Performing at theSARATOGA CIVIC THEATER

13777 Fruitvale Avenue in SaratogaNovermber 9 - December 7, 2013

Music by Jerry BockLyrics by Sheldon Harnick

Book by Joseph Stein

PRESENTS 49th SEASON

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Presents

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Welcome to WVLO Musical Theatre Company’s First Production of its 49th Season

If you enjoy the community theater productions you have seen in this theater, tell your friends and pick up the fliers/brochures/cards in the lobby. There are holders on the walls which contain information on upcoming productions, cards to place your name on mailing lists and order forms for tickets to their future productions. Please feel free to take them and use them for future reference. It is only through your support that we are able to bring you such “professional” production at such a reasonable price. Thank you for your continued support.

*******SPECIAL OFFER*******

LAST CHANCE TO SUBSCRIBE FOR THE NEW SEASON: 2013–2014

We invite you to become a subscriber to our upcoming season with a Special Offer! If you purchased an individual ticket to this production, we offer you the opportunity to turn in your ticket stub for a credit on a subscription for our 2013–2014 season. To take advantage of this offer, obtain a Subscription Form from the lobby, complete the form, attach your ticket stub which shows the performance date and assigned seat and remit it with a stamped, self-addressed envelope along with your check or credit card number for the balance of the subscription. Send them to WVLO at the address shown on the Subscription Form. We will then process this form, assign your seats for the remaining productions of “Jesus Christ, Superstar” and “Crazy For You” and mail your tickets. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy the rest of our 49th season! Offer good only through December 7, 2013.

— Edward Hand, President WVLO Musical Theatre Company

StarringDOUG BROOK as Tevye and RACHEL

MICHELBERG as GoldeAnd Featuring

Leher Pathak, Kate Matheson, Christie Paz, Ian Douglas, Sean Carson-Hull

Play Director: Rebecca Brownson; Music Director: Roberta Howe; Vocal Director: Diane Milo; Choreographer: Valerie Valenzuela

Producer: Elizabeth Dale

Gala Champagne Opening: November 9, 2013 . . . . . . . 8:00 PMFridays: November 15, 22, December 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 PMSaturdays: November 16, 30, December 7 . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 PMSaturday Matinee: November 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30 PMSunday Matinees: November 10, 17, 24, December 1 . . 2:30 PM

“Fiddler On The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized per-formance materials are supplied by MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL, 421 W. 54th St., New York, NY 10019.

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Music by Jerry Bock, Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, Book by Joseph Stein Based on Sholem Aleichem stories by special permission of Arnold Perl

Produced on the New York Stage by Harold Prince

Original New York Stage Production Directed & Choreographed byJerome Robbins

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A Note from the Director

Many years ago I appeared in a production of “Fiddler On The Roof”. I played Hodel, the second daughter, and I had a wonderful time. I made many dear friends in that production, some of whom I

still see from time to time. After the production closed, I had no desire to ever revisit Anatevka. That’s pretty common for actors and directors. We take precious memories away from each show we do and we move on to the next project, but to do the same show again would somehow be anticlimactic. When WVLO an-nounced that they would be doing “Fiddler On The Roof” this season, I rethought that decision to leave Anatevka behind permanently. The idea of playing Golde was very appealing to me. A very short time later, Liz asked if I would be willing to direct the show instead. To be honest, I was torn, but I am very glad I accepted the job as director. I have had so much fun building our village, bringing together its people and embellishing it with details.

Every show I have ever done has taught me something, but as the director of this production, I have learned so much, about the culture, about the history, about the music, and about the traditions. I can also honestly say that this cast and crew have been delightful to work with. I truly hope you enjoy our production as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to you.

—Rebecca White Brownson, Director

CAST OF CHARACTERS (In order of Appearance)

The Fiddler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Miho NishiTevye, the Dairyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Doug BrookYente, the Matchmaker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leslie NewportAvram, the Bookseller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doug HughesNachum, the Beggar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill ErenetaLazar Wolf, the Butcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Miguel SolisMendel, the Rabbi’s Son . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David EdwardsThe Rabbi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Larry RaboyGolde, Tevye’s wife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rachel MichelbergTzeitel, Tevye’s daughter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leher PathakHodel, Tevye’s daughter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kate MathesonChava, Tevye’s daughter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christie PazShprintze, Tevye’s daughter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Miranda RobinsonBielke, Tevye’s daughter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Janelle GrussMotel, the Tailor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ian DouglasMordcha, the Innkeeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steve SammondsPerchik, a Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sean Carson-HullFyedka, a Russian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richard PortuneBoris, a Russian (soloist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carmelo Rosado, IIISasha, a Russian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brett CarlsonThe Constable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dan ZulevicYussell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Earl MasudaGrandmother Tzeitel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lisa AllenFruma-Sarah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Angela CesenaShaindel, Motel’s Mother . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dee BailyThe Priest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael MacKenzieEnsemble . . . . . . . . . . . . Thomas Aquino, Don Brownson, Mackenzie Edwards,

Maddie Edwards, George Fernandez, Ande Jacobson, Leslie Keenan, Barbara Flynn Kelly, Earl Masuda, Ronnie Misra,

Ali Molaei, Elizabeth Paz, Rheagan Rizio (Dance Captain)Bottle Dancers:. . . . . . . . . . . .Brett Carlson, Sean Carson-Hull, David Edwards,

George Fernandez, Ronnie Misra, Ali Molaei

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THROUGH THE SOCIAL MEDIAWe are looking for patrons who use social media communications with their colleagues, friends, neighbors and associates, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Squidoo, YouTube and Twitter to help publicize our WVLO Musical Theatre Company productions.

We extend an invitation to you to become a partner with us in promoting our musicals and encouraging others to attend. Let’s work together to fill this theater!! Over the years many of you have shared your support and enthusiasm for our production endeavors which makes it a truly gratifying experience, both on the stage and behind the scenes.

Grateful AcknowledgementsSouth Bay Musical Theatre, Ohlone College, Gerald Carter, David Lamcke, West Valley College Theater Department, Nancy and Les Burger, Joe Kelly,

Fremont High School, Foothill College, Presentation High School and John Gibbs Workshop in Campbell.

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SYNOPSIS OF SCENES & MUSICAL NUMBERS

The Place: Anatevka, A small Village in RussiaThe Time: 1905, On the Eve of the Russian Revolutionary Period

ACT IPrologue “Tradition” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tevye & EnsembleScene 1 – The Kitchen in Tevye’s House “Matchmaker” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tzeitel, Hodel, ChavaScene 2 – Exterior of Tevye’s House “If I Were a Rich Man” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TevyeScene 3 – The Kitchen in Tevye’s House “Sabbath Prayer” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tevye, Golde & EnsembleScene 4 – The Inn “To Life” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tevye, Lazar Wolf & EnsembleScene 5 – Exterior of Tevye’s House “Tevye’s Monologue” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tevye “Miracle of Miracles” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MotelScene 6 – Tevye’s Bedroom . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tevye, Grandmother Tzeitel, Rabbi,

Fruma-Sarah & EnsembleScene 7 – Village Street in Front of the Tailor ShopScene 8 – Tevye’s Yard “Sunrise, Sunset” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tevye, Golde, Hodel, Perchik & Ensemble “Wedding Dance 1 and 2” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ensemble

—Intermission—

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productions. “Like us” on Facebook (we already have a page there for WVLO) so we invite you to become a partner with us in publicizing our musicals and encouraging others to attend.

Let’s work together to fill this theater. The performers who share their time and talent for you deserve to have full a the-ater of enthusiastic patrons.

ACT IIPrologueScene 1 – Exterior of Tevye’s House “Now I Have Everything” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Perchik, Hodel “Tevye’s Rebuttal” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tevye “Do You Love Me?” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tevye, GoldeScene 2 – A Village Street “The Rumor” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EnsembleScene 3 – The Railroad Station “Far From The Home I Love” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HodelScene 4 – Village Street in Front of the Tailor ShopScene 5 – Exterior of Tevye’s House “Chava Sequence” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TevyeScene 6 – Exterior of Tevye’s House (Several Weeks Later) “Anatevka” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tevye, Golde, & EnsembleScene 7 - Exterior of Tevye’s House (Three Days Later)

ORCHESTRA

Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roberta HoweViolins . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Judy Diamond, Margaret Elliott, Pam Parke, Faye YangViola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Geri Actor, Marilyn Anderson, Kathleen HarleyCello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lynda Bloomquist, Pam Robinson, Annette DeSchonBass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David Lake, Walt GibsonFlute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nina Weber, Arlene JacobsClarinets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jordan Selburn, Stephen Fernbach, Steven HolmesOboe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dianne Alexander, Marty McHanBassoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christopher Lane, Gail SelburnTrumpets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Craig Diserens, Andy Scott, Susan Shaedeck-ChaseFrench Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David Dufour, Joe Kelly, Ed LacinaTrombone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gordon Bowman, Mike Gross, Brent WickemeyerGuitar/Mandolin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steve AdkinsAccordion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kate FroebergPercussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BobWylieAuxiliary Instrumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark Bergmann

Not all musicians will play for each performance.

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PRODUCTION STAFFProducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth Dale Associate Producer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Earl MasudaDirector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rebecca Brownson Assistant to the Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patty ReinhartMusic Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roberta HoweVocal Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diane MiloChoreographer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Valerie ValenzuelaProduction Set Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stephen C. WathenTechnical Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ed HandMaster Carpenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William ShepardScenic and Lighting Rigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rocco Vecilio, Dave RaimanCostumer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carol CleverCostume Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Judy PincusLighting Designer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michael Glenn MunozSound Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John DiLoretoProduction Stage Managers . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael MacKenzie, Dave RaimanAssistant Stage Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thomas AquinoStage Crew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nita Rabe-Uyeno and Dawn JohnsonSpotlight Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ellie Brownson and Les Dale Light Board Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dave RaimanProperties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nancy Dean, Alice Ray and Ruth E. SteinSet Construction & Painting . . . . . . . . . Sherma Cook, Ed Hand, Earl Masuda,

Migi Oey, Nita Rabe-Uyeo, William Shepard, Stephen C. Wathen and CastHair & Make-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Christine OrmsethSound Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John DiLoretoHouse Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Judy PincusAudition Assistants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Haley Barta, Dave Raiman,Rehearsal Pianists . . . . . . . . . . . . . Karen Adkins, Bruce Herman, Judith Steinle,

Marge White and Lynn WoolhouseProgram, Lobby & Publicity Photographer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmond KwongProgram & Publicity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marge HandMarketing & Publicity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carol KnoufReservations and Box Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marge and Ed HandOpening Night Refreshments . . . . . . Carol Knouf, Nancy Kwong, Earl Masuda,

June Milanes and Judy PincusLobby Refreshments . . . . . . . . Eileen Chavarria, Megan Colopy and Judy PincusProduction Videography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pasha CroesLobby Design, Display & Company Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmond KwongProgram Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diane K. HoxengPoster& Flier Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmond KwongFlier Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer Business ServiceProgram Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CyberPress

WHO’S WHO IN OUR CASTLisa Allen (Grandma Tzeitel/Ensemble) Lisa returns for her second WVLO production, having just performed in “9 To 5” last season as the Doctor. Her theatrical credits include “Carousel” and “Kismet” with LTSJ, “Legally Blonde” and “Grand Hotel” with SCP, “South Pacific” with WCT. A native of San Francisco, she enjoys yoga, theater, singing, gaming and reading. To husband, Jim and her children, Brandon and Katie, she sends her love and gratitude for lovingly accommodating this very time-consuming hobby!Dee Baily (Shaindel) Dee makes her debut with WVLO and enjoys variety, appearing regularly in musicals, plays, operettas and operas. Her credits include productions with FMT, SCLP, PAP, WBO, OSJ, Ray of Light, Lamplighters, Stanford Savoyards and Arclight Repertory Theatre. Some of her favorite roles include Domina in “Funny Thing…Forum”; Josephine Strong in “Urinetown”; Jack’s Mother in “Into The Woods”, Eulalie Mackechnie Shinn in “Music Man”, the Fairy Queen in “Iolanthe”, Lady Jane in “Patience” and Oiser Boudreaux in “Steel Magnolias”.Doug Brook (Tevye) Doug returns for his fifth WVLO production, having appeared in “Will Rogers Follies”, “Joseph…Dreamcoat”, “Honk!” and “42nd Street”, but he also served as Director for “Damn Yankees” in 2010. He also directed SBMT’s “Finian’s Rainbow”, (which received the Small Theatre Award for Outstanding Musical) and he will direct their Spring production of “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”. Other performing credits include appearances with PAT, JTSC, CRT, PAP, TOSPS, STOC and Center Stage. A longtime Torah Reader and recurring instructor at Congregations Sinai and Beth David, he is the artistic director of the APJCC’s new Theatre Chevruta, whose first offering is Tevye and His Daughters this December. A graduate of Carnegie Mellon, VP of the Association for Jewish Theatre, Dramatists Guild member and program manager at NetApp, he is the longtime humor columnist for Southern Jewish Life magazine, spare-time translater of the 17th Century rabbinic works of Moshe Chafetz, and author of twenty plays staged or recognized nationwide, including Off-Off Broadway productions of “Retrograde” and “What Ever Happened to HanuClaus?” Check out his web site at http://brookwrite.com. Don Brownson (Ensemble) Don makes his “on-stage” debut with WVLO in this production, but he’s been in our orchestra pit playing trombone for many of our past musicals. He spends his days as a Systems Engineer at Lockheed and his hobbies, in addition to his trombone, are hiking and singing in an octet. His wife, Becky, is his “awesome” director and his two children, Ellie and Tommy, are in college, but help on our set crews whenever they’re home!Brett Carlson (Sasha/Russian) Brett returns to WVLO for his seventh production; he was last seen as Spats Palazzo in “Sugar” last season and previously as Bud Frump in “How To Succeed…”. He also performed in “White Christmas”, “West Side Story”, “Joseph…Dreamcoat” and ‘Seven Brides…Brothers”. He spent his summer

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practicing his villainy in “Once On This Island” (Papa Ge) at PYT and as the Wolf in “Into The Woods” at TITM. He was most recently seen on this stage defending the barricade in SBMT’s “Les Miserables). Brett studied Theater Arts at SJSU and was an intern at the Theatre Royal in Bath, England, where he worked with their youth theater program. You might see Brett at Hicklebee’s Children’s Bookstore in Willow Glen where he has worked for more than a decade!Sean Carson-Hull (Perchik) Sean marks his seventh production with WVLO, most recently appearing in “Sugar”. Regular patrons will remember him as Bob Wallace (the Bing Crosby role) in our premiere of “White Christmas” in 2010 and as a member of the ERMA-Award winning Quartet in “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do”. He’s also appeared in “How To Succeed…”, “Aida”, and “Sweet Charity”. He has performed all over the Bay Area in over 45 shows, including “Big River”, “Oliver” and “The Who’s Tommy”. He loves to go camping, sing karaoke and spend time with friends. Sean sends a heartfelt thanks to his parents who have always been supportive of his life and choice of hobby!Angela Cesena (Fruma-Sarah) Angela makes her debut with WVLO in this production, but has performed in Saratoga HS’ “The Sound Of Music” as the Mother Superior. She most recently appeared in “Damn Yankees”. A native Californian, she earned her BA in Music at Whitworth University and is currently pursuing her MA in Education at Hope International University. She is a HS Spanish teacher at Magnolia Science Academy and her goals are to complete her MA and play the Witch in “Into The Woods”! Her hobbies include reading, dancing, running and movies.Ian Douglas (Motel) Ian is back for his ninth production with WVLO, his most recent in “Sugar” and as the Butler in “Annie”, both last season. Previously, he was seen in “West Side Story”, “Grease”, “Cats”, “Once Upon A Mattress”, “Mame” and “Aida”. He most recently appeared in “Pippin” for SCP. He also portrayed one of his favorite roles, Otto Kringelein, in SCP’s “Grand Hotel”. Other credits include ATC’s “Assassins”, “Rocky Horror Show” and “Little Shop of Horrors” as well as STOC’s “Godspell”. His goal is to do more theatre internationally. David Edwards (Mendel) David is back for his second production with WVLO, his first being “Sound Of Music” when he played Herr Zeller. He was most recently seen as Mr. Brownlow in “Oliver”. He’s enjoying this role because 2 of his 3 daughters are on stage with him. A native San Franciscan, David holds several degrees in Chemistry & Biochemistry and is the Founder and CEO of Earthbound Homes, a Custom Green Home Building and Remodeling Company. He loves everything; if it is hard, dangerous, exhausting or embarrassing, he’s in!!! His goal is to be the best father and husband!! He is most grateful to his wife, Amy, for once again letting him play with his kids while she “takes up the slack at home”!!!Mackenzie Edwards (Ensemble) Mackenzie makes her debut with WVLO in this production, but is no stranger to the stage. having just appeared in SCP’s “Annie” last year. Her most recent productions were in SCP’s “Wizard Of Oz” as a munchkin

and in “Honk!” as Snowy. She is currently in sixth grade and already has her sights set on a four-year college.Maddie Edwards (Ensemble) Maddie marks her second production with WVLO, having debuted as Brigitta in our “Sound Of Music” in 2011. Since then she has portrayed Dorothy in SCP’s “Wizard Of Oz” and appeared as Pepper in their production of “Annie”. A Sophomore at Wilcox HS, she is excited to be in a show with her Dad and younger sister.Bill Ereneta (Nachum) Bill returns for his eighth production with WVLO, having begun his theatrical appearances in 1997 as Captain Brackett in “South Pacific” and continuing with “How To Succeed…”, “Carousel”, “Once Upon A Mattress”, “Damn Yankees”, “My Fair Lady” and most recently in “The Sound Of Music” as Admiral von Schreiber. A native Californian, he holds a BS in Physics and Mathematics from SDS and a MPA in Human Resources from GGU. He was a former USMC fighter pilot; worked with the NASA Ames Research Center and enjoyed a complete career with the City of SJ, where he retired from the Mineta SJ International Airport as a Deputy Director. After retirement he “discovered serendipitously” that he possessed a “big voice” and began performing with AMTSJ, OSJ, WVLOA and SBMT. Bill is pleased to join this production, his 57th since finding his way to the stage!!George Fernandez (Ensemble) George was last seen with WVLO as a Professor in “Flower Drum Song” in 2005. He most recently appeared in “Iolanthe” with Lamplighter’s Music Theatre and just completed the 2013 Musical Theatre Conservatory Program at Notre Dame de Namur University. George is currently a Course Facilitator at Sunnyvale-Cupertino Adult Community Education and is an avid ballroom dancer! He’s currently studying the Argentine Tango. Maybe we’ll see him someday on “Dancing With The Stars!!”Janelle Gruss (Bielke) Janelle is a newcomer to WVLO, but no stranger to the stage. Her other credits include two movie productions with Gilroy CMT, portraying Amaryllis in “Music Man” at the Dartmouth Middle School and appearing in CMT’s “Cinderella”. Janelle is a student at Dartmouth and loves to dance, cook and ride horse back. She’s so excited to be in this show and hopes you will enjoy it.Doug Hughes (Avram) Doug returns to the WVLO stage for his fourth production with WVLO, his last 2 came during our 2011-2012 season when he portrayed Wally Womper in “How To Succeed…” and the Underling in “Drowsy Chaperone”. Before that, he was the Preacher in “Seven Brides…Brothers”. He is a founding member of PHS’ Theater & Arts Development Association (TADA!), where he has served as playwright, producer, publicist and performer over the last decade in such fundraiser musicals as “Godspell”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown”, “My Way”, “Babes In Hollywood”, “If My Friends Could See Me Now”, and this year’s world premiere of “The Lady Of The Lantern”, a play commissioned to celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary. Doug works as an editor at Lockheed Martin in Sunnyvale.

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Ande Jacobson (Ensemble) Ande makes her debut on stage in this WVLO musical, but has spent many hours in our orchestra pit as a musician and assistant director. Her impressive list of credits include productions with SCP, SBMT, Shoestring Theatre Company, City Lights, Tabard Theatre, ATC, StarStruck Theatre Company, WCT, and Educational Theatre Company. Her favorite role was as the Conductor of SCP’s “Seussical” she had a nightly sword fight with the Cat In The Hat during the Entr’acte! She earned her BS in Electrical & Computer Engineering at UC Davis and her MS in Electrical Engineering at SJSU. By day, Ande is a software engineer and by night is a musician, writer and theatre critic. She published her first book earlier this year – Remembering Mom and Dad. She dedicates her performance to their memory since “Fiddler…Roof” was one of their favorite musicals. Leslie Keenan (Ensemble) Leslie returns for her second production with WVLO, her first was in “Sound Of Music” in 2011. Since then she has appeared as Alma in “Music Man”; Ericka in “Das Rheingold”; Emilia in “Otello” and as Ulrica in “Un Ballo In Masdrera”. You may have already surmised that she’s doing opera and loving it! Ulrica was one of her favorite roles because she was a great witch! The highlight of her career was discovering Carl Franzen, her amazing voice teacher and as a result, wants to do more operatic roles. Another native Califormian, Leslie is a voice teacher by day and enjoys time with her husband, Peter, and grown children, Patrick and Emily.Barbara Flynn Kelly (Ensemble) Barbara is another newcomer to WVLO, and has two sets of theatrical credits, one from the late 1970’s, early 80’s and a current one. In 1971 she played Marta in “Sound Of Music”, performed with SDG in “Anything Goes”, “My Fair Lady”, “Music Man” and “Oklahoma!”, then took a 30-year hiatus and is back on the stage. Her favorite role was Reno Sweeney in “Anything Goes”. She earned her BA in Theater Arts at SJSU and her Teaching Credential at SCU and now teaches at St. Justin’s Middle School in Santa Clara. The highlight of her career is doing four musicals in one year. Her goal is to someday play Aldonza in “Man Of LaMancha”. Barbara sends her gratitude to her husband of 29 years and her four children for supporting “Act II” of her theatrical adventures.Kate Matheson (Hodel) Kate makes her debut with WVLO and auditioned because she loves this show! She most recently appeared as Mabel in the “Pirates of Penzance” and has portrayed Golde, Cinderella and Madame de la Grand Bouche. A senior at Palo Alto HS, her hobbies include singing opera, drawing, video games and role playing. Her goal is to be accepted into a Conservatory of Music! Rachel Michelberg (Golde) Rachel makes her first appearance with WVLO on our stage; however, she has served on our staff as Music Director for “Sweet Charity” and “White Christmas”. She is excited to perform the role of Golde again, a role she last did as a 16-year-old HS junior at Fremont HS in Sunnyvale. She has sung leading roles with OSJ, WBO, FMT, TheatreWorks and over a dozen roles with SF Pocket Opera. Her favorite musical theater roles include Mrs. Segstrom in “A Little Night Music”, Cinderella in “Into The Woods”, Anna in “The King & I”, Eliza in “My Fair Lady”, Mrs. Potts in “Beauty and the Beast” and Marian in “The Music

Man”. Rachel lives in Willow Glen with her two children, Hannah and Joshua, where she maintains a private voice studio.Ronnie Misra (Ensemble) Ronnie is back for his fourth musical with WVLO, having previously appeared in “Wonderful Town” and in the role of Gatch in “How To Succeed…”. But he will always remember our 2010 production of “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” for he not only performed one of the major supporting roles, Gabe Green, but it was when he met Valerie, his new wife (and our choreographer)! He is especially happy to be part of this show since it is their first one together since their wedding in August. Mazel Tov!Ali Molaei (Ensemble) Ali first appeared with WVLO as Kurt in “Sound Of Music” in 2011 so he’s back for his second performance with us. But as a Freshman at Westmont HS, he appeared in their recent production of “Legally Blonde” and lists credits with SBMT and SJ Rep as well. He plans a career in the arts so we wish him ‘Good Luck’! Leslie Newport (Yente, the Matchmaker) Leslie returns to our stage after playing Margaret in our last production of “9 To 5”. Her impressive list of theatrical credits includes performances with Pear Avenue Theatre, CRT, SCP, PAP, FMT, LG Shakespeare Festival, TITM, PSP and SCPL. Another native Californian, Leslie earned her BA in Theatre Arts/Drama from SJSU and AS Degree in Accounting from WVC. She is employed as an Administrative Assistant in the Operation Department of the Mid Peninsula Regional Open Space District and her future goal is to play Mrs. Lovett in “Sweeney Todd” and some of the other roles in “9 To 5”!Miho Nishi (Fiddler) Miho makes her debut on our stage, a much different perspective since she’s usually in our orchestra pit playing violin! She’s played two or more shows a season in our WVLO pit since 2001. Other credits include SBMT, LTSJ, SCP, Stanford Savoyards and other groups that need and/or want a violin player. A native of Yokohama, Japan, her most recent appearance was in the violin section for “Ruddigore”.Leher Pathak (Tzeitel) We welcome Leher to her first appearance on the WVLO stage, but she brings many impressive credits, her most recent was her portrayal of Cinderella in CMTSJ’s “Into The Woods”. She has also performed with SBMT, PYT and Peninsula Teen Opera. She graduated from USC with a Communications and Marketing Degree and works as a Public Relations Specialist at a Technology Company. The highlight of her career was studying abroad in London for four months and traveling to Barcelona, Paris, Athens and the South of Ireland. She has trained for eleven years in classical voice with Carl Franzen and aspires to play the role of Christine in “Phantom Of The Opera” and Maria in “West Side Story”.Christie Paz (Chava) Christie returns for her fourth production with WVLO, having appeared as Kitty in “Drowsy Chaperone”, Lily in “Annie” and as Judy in last season’s “9 To 5” for which she earned an ERMA nomination. She shared the stage in that production with her sister and now gets to share it with her Mother, an

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experience she’s been dreaming of for years. By day, Christie is a mobile developer for Pocket Games, and just recently launched Animal Voyage: Island Adventures, which can be found in the App Store. She dedicates this performance to her fiancé, Ruensern, her voice teacher, Iris Fraser, her talented sister, Jenny, her adorable grandma and of course her parents whose love serves as an inspiration for every performance.Elizabeth Paz (Ensemble) Liz makes her theatrical debut with WVLO with her daughter, Christie, and is thrilled with the opportunity. This is one of her favorite musicals and she’s supported musical theatre for over 15 years by working spotlights, on stage crews, in the set shop and in costumes and make-up. She was introduced to the deep theatrical community bond through her children’s involvement and highly encourages everyone to pursue the musical arts. For seven years, she volunteered as a parent coordinator and board member for the CA Youth Symphony and thanks her daughters, Christie and Jenny, for their supportive love and audition coaching. Liz’ background is in electrical engineering developing firmware for hard disk drives for IBM and Hitachi. She extends her gratitude to husband, Hugo, and mom, Teofila, for supporting this theatrical endeavor.Richard Portune (Fyedka/Russian) Richard is another newcomer to WVLO who has been away from the stage for too long, his first production was as a Munchkin in “The Wizard Of Oz” in 2004. He earned his BS in Computer Science at SJSU and is a Software Engineer for DCG Systems. A native Californian, Richard loves cycling, cooking, golf and baseball. He sends special thanks to Tim Shannon, his teacher, mentor and friend.Larry Raboy (Rabbi) Larry is back for his third production with WVLO, having appeared in last season’s “Annie” as FDR and in “Sugar” as Osgood Fielding. A veteran folk singer and actor during the 60’s and 70’s, Larry has returned to the stage after his long career as a Technology Recruiter. “Fiddler On The Roof” actually parallels the real life story of his grandparents on both sides who left their homes in little villages near Kiev to escape the horrible pogroms that threatened their region around 1905. They were fortunate to find their way to America and a better life in NYC, free from the tyranny that was spreading across Russia and Europe. He dedicates this performance to his grandparents who were able to remain true to their faith and traditions while pursuing their “American Dream”. He extends his gratitude to Mary, his beautiful wife, for understanding and supporting his love of theater and “TO LIFE!”Rheagan Rizio (Ensemble) Rheagan appears for the first time on the WVLO stage. Credits include The Retro Dome’s “Santastic”, LGHS’ “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” and her most recent production of “In The Heights” for CMTSJ. A Senior at LGHS, her hobbies include playing the piano, reading, yoga, and running. She has trained as a competitive gymnast for 9 years and her future goal is to become a neurosurgeon.

Miranda Robinson (Shprintze) Miranda is back for her second musical with WVLO, last season’s patrons will remember her as Duffy in the Empire cast in “Annie”. Her impressive list of credits include major leads and supporting roles in “Beauty & The Beast”, “Anything Goes”, “Seussical”, “Little Shop Of Horrors”, “Thoroughly Modern Millie”, “Cats”, “Little Mermaid”, “Into The Woods” and “Annie”. Miranda is a 9th grader at San Lorenzo Valley HS and enjoys singing, tap dancing, swimming and acting. Her favorite role was Belle in “Beauty & The Beast” and she wants to be a professional actress.Carmelo Rosado, III (Boris, the Russian Tenor) Carmelo makes his debut with WVLO and loves the fact that he is an operatic singer and was awarded the role he wanted. His favorite roles to date are Jesus in “Jesus Christ, Superstar” and Rodolfo in “La Boheme”. During the day he is a Support Account Manager for NetApp and his hobbies include basketball, opera, dining and international travel. He started a 3-tenor group and had a successful debut earlier this year. He future goal is to keep singing and performing.Steve Sammonds (Mordcha, the Innkeeper) Steve marks his first appearance with WVLO and has spent many years singing Barbershop harmony. He has been Music Director of the Peninsulaires since 1989 and had performed Henry Higgins in “Pygmalian” in 1979. He has wanted to perform with community theater for years and this was his first opportunity to do it. He earned his BS in Atmospheric Science from UC Davis and is a Project Coordinator for Rocket Fuel. Steve has been married to Terri for 25 years and they have two teenage sons and he sends his gratitude to them for all their support!Robert Miguel Solis (Lazar Wolf ) Robert returns for his fourth show with WVLO. His first was Joe in the 1984 production of “Showboat”, and after a 25-year hiatus returned to portray Captain von Trapp in “Sound Of Music” and the tap dancing gangster, Dude, in “Sugar”. This is the fourth time he’s done “Fiddler”, but he’s never played Lazar. He most recently starred as Cyrano in a concert version of “Cyrano de Bergerac” with LTSJ. His other credits include productions with TheatreWorks, SCP, NVP, FMT and SJCLO. During the day, he is one of the national graphic designers for the American Cancer Society, married to Linda Kessel, an area singer, and has a son studying animation at WVC. By the end of the year, he plans to finally publish the science fiction novel he’s been writing for the past six years. Let’s see if that happens!!!Dan Zulevic (Constable) Dan is back for his third musical with WVLO, having appeared first in “Big River” in 2004 and then returning for our 2011 production of “Sound Of Music”. His long list of credits include his arranging and conducting the pioneering rock musical “Lysistrata” at Stanford in 1966, then in 1983 he returned to performing by starting a 25-year run fronting a gigging rock band; and finally returning to the stage to “act” for LTSJ, WCT, APJCC and WVLO. In SBMT’s “Finian’s Rainbow” he was able to show off his harmonica talents as well.

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George Fernandez Janelle Gruss Doug Hughes Ande Jacobson

Leslie Keenan Barbara Flynn Kelly Kate Matheson Rachel Michelberg

Ronnie Misra Ali Molaei Leslie Newport Miho Nishi

Leher Pathak Christie Paz Elizabeth Paz Richard Portune

WHO’S WHO IN OUR CAST

Lisa Allen Dee Baily Doug Brook Don Brownson

Brett Carlson Sean Carson-Hull Angela Cesena Ian Douglas

David Edwards Mackenzie Edwards Maddie Edwards Bill Ereneta

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WHO’S WHO ON OUR STAFFElizabeth Dale (Producer) Elizabeth has spent 25 years with WVLO and received special recognition at the Annual Awards Dinner for her dedication as a Board Member and Vice President as well as involvement in the numerous musical productions for which she has served as Producer, SM, ASM, stage & lighting crew, and assistant to many staff positions. Her last production was last season’s “Sugar” and this year, not only will she produce “Fiddler”,

but will serve as Associate Producer for next season’s “Jesus Christ, Superstar”. She gives “credit” for her initial introduction to our group to her husband of 57 years, Les, and daughter, Julie, who has appeared in several of our productions! Every organization should have such a loyal and dedicated volunteer!!

Earl Masuda (Associate Producer) Not only is Earl on the staff of this production, he is also in the cast, playing the part of Yussell. You can tell by the beard he’s been growing for the past 2 months!! This marks his “lucky 13th” musical with WVLO in some capacity or other, as cast, crew, set painter and staff. His favorite stage role was that of the Quartet in “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” in 2010 which earned him and the rest of his quartet an ERMA Award.

He also appeared in “Damn Yankees”, “My Fair Lady”, “White Christmas” and “Sound Of Music”. Earl taught in the OGSD for 37 years and since retiring has filled his idle hours serving as a Board member and a “go-fer” on our musicals. He extends his gratitude to wife, Pat, sons Matt and Chris, and all his Oak Grove family and friends for their continued support of his ‘second’ career.

Rebecca White Brownson (Director) Becky first appeared with WVLO in 1980 in a production of “Good News” and appeared in or worked backstage on many of our productions in the 1980’s. She then took a long hiatus to raise her family before rejoining WVLO in “Hello, Dolly” in 2003. Since then she’s been involved in several productions, both acting and directing. This will be her fifth in this staff position, having directed “Sugar”, “Sound Of

Music”, “Big River” and “Oliver”. She was most recently seen in “Bells Are Ringing” as Sue, the owner of the answering service. Becky’s long list of credits also includes productions with SBMT, SCP, SJCLO and many other organizations. She enjoys the support of her husband, Don, and two wonderful children, Ellie and Tom.

Roberta Howe (Music Director) “Bobbie” returns to conduct her fifth orchestra for WVLO, having previously waved her baton for “Oliver”, “Hello, Dolly!”, “Anything Goes” and “Damn Yankees”. She has been playing in orchestras for our musicals since HS and met her husband, Michael Maida, here in 1989 in our production of “Guys & Dolls” so WVLO is really “home” to her. An elementary school band teacher by day, she also plays

Larry Raboy Rheagan Rizio Miranda Robinson Carmelo Rosado, III

Steve Sammonds Robert Miguel Solis Dan Zulevic

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bass clarinet with several local orchestras and community bands. She says that “the music for this show is so beautiful, I wanted to be a part of bringing it ‘To Life!’” She extends her thanks to Ed Hand for his continued encouragement and support, as well as all her wonderful musician friends playing in the orchestra. She wants to dedicate this production to the memory of Nick Stumbaugh, fellow bass clarinet player and “pit buddy”, who left too soon and is greatly missed.

Diane Milo (Vocal Director) Diane is back for her fourth production with WVLO in this staff position after directing “Sound Of Music”, “Wonderful Town” and “Plaid Tidings”. She has performed in four of our musicals as well, “Damn Yankees”, “Smokey Joe’s Café”, “The 1940’s Radio Hour” and “They’re Playing Our Song”. She has over 60 musical theatre credits as director, vocal director or performer with AMTSJ, FMT, SBMT,

City Lights and Tabard Theatre.Valerie Valenzuela (Choreographer) Valerie makes her debut on our staff in addition to being a newlywed!! She performed in three of our musicals, including “West Side Story”, “Sweet Charity” and “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do”, where she met Ronnie, her new husband! And their marriage is not the first credited to WVLO; and it won’t be the last because we know of another one that is coming up on New Year’s Eve! So congratulations, Valerie, we

wish you and Ronnie much happiness.Stephen C. Wathen (Production Designer/Scenic Artist) Stephen marks his 70th production for WVLO, his most recent was last season’s closer, “9 To 5”. His amazing and stunning scenery has been a backdrop for many of our most memorable shows, including “Drowsy Chaperone”, “White Christmas”, “Sound Of Music”, “Seven Brides…Brothers” and many others, too numerous to mention. His impressive career spans more than 400

stage productions, 25 movies and a few hundred TV programs, including credit as one of the animators of the Gumby TV series and a special effects designer for George Lucas Films. He was the scenic artist for SBMT’s recent production of “Les Miserables” and in his “spare” time, teaches his theatrical craft to the students at Ohlone College. A published author, Stephen produced his original scripts of “Dracula” and “The Three Musketeers” at Ohlone College to rave reviews.

Michael Glenn Munoz (Lighting Designer) Michael returns to us after taking a brief vacation from this position. When we finished the 2011-2012 season, there were 45 productions with WVLO on Michael’s list, indicating that “Bells Are Ringing” was his most recent musical. He just completed “Les Miserables” for SBMT and his other credits include productions with CCMT, SCPL, TeatroVision, LTSJ and Woodminster Amphitheater. He earned

his BA in Fine Arts from SJSU with a minor in dance.

Michael MacKenzie (Stage Co-Manager/Priest) Mike returns for his 36th production with WVLO and is not only in a staff position, but is a member of the cast as well, playing the Priest! We’ve managed to get him onstage before, but mostly as a ballroom dancer! This time he’s wearing religious garb so don’t know what to expect!! A retired electronics tech, he was awarded the special Jean Hutchins Award in 2008 for his loyal dedication and participation

with our Association. His hobby is photography, but he really enjoys managing the crew and “manipulating” the sets.

Dave Raiman (Stage Co-Manager) Dave has been volunteering for numerous WVLO productions since 1991, serving almost exclusively as SM or member of the stage crew. We did get him in a tuxedo in order to dance at the Ball in “My Fair Lady” so he does a have a “performing” credit, too. Dave was also the recipient of the Jean Hutchins Award, presented to him for the 2009–2010 season. A graduate of the University of Illinois in computer engineering,

he works for IBM and we can hardly wait for his retirement so he can spend more time with us on these musicals.

John DiLoreto (Sound Designer) John joins our WVLO staff for the first time, but has an impressive list of credits starting with TheatreWorks thirty years ago and continuing with SBMT, City Lights, Tabard Theatre and others. He’s also known as the “stage parent” of Paul and Carolyn in our productions of “Flower Drum Song”, “Honk!” and “Oliver”. John played keyboard in our orchestras for “Honk!”, “Sugar” and “9 To 5” and has performed

keyboards/vocals in rock bands for over 15 years and in theatre orchestras since 2005. He serves as the Chief Audio Engineer at TOSPS and is also a former record producer and founder of Silver Label Recording. At MIT, John studied acoustics with Dr. Bose while earning his BSEE degree. He also holds a M. Eng. in EECS from UC Berkeley and an MBA from Stanford.

Carol Clever (Costumer) Carol marks her fifth production with WVLO as Costumer, having most recently “dressed up” our cast of “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do”. She is an international costume designer who has established her craft in Germany, Spain and England and is now well-known in the Bay Area performing arts circles. Recent credits include Foothill College, Woodside Priory School, Los Altos Stage Company, Harker Prep School and a Rob

Nilsson film, “Bridge to a Bay”. Carol is an award-winning costume designer and stylist, who further participates in costume design for industrial print, music videos and Bay Area film productions.

Our apologies and sincere thanks to any staff, crew, or other contributors or volunteers whom we failed to mention due to the early publication deadline of this program.

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WINNERS OF THE 2012–2013 ERMA AWARDS

Best Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nancy Kwong, Producer . . . . . . . . . . . “Annie”

Best Actor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jery Rosas and Leslie Lamcke . . . . . . . . “Sugar”

Best Actress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ginger Hurley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Annie”

Best Supporting Actor . . . . . . . Chris Souza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Sugar”

Best Supporting Actress . . . . . . Barbara Heninger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .“9 To 5”

Best Character Actor . . . . . . . . Leslie Lamcke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Annie”

Best Character Actress . . . . . . . Leandra Saenz-Hutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Annie”

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ASM Assistant Stage ManagerATC Actors Theatre CenterBA Bachelor of ArtsBBB Broadway By The BayBS Bachelor of ScienceCMTSJ Children’s Musical Theatre CRT Coastal Repertory TheatreCSC Cabrillo Stage CompanyCSP Crystal Springs PlayersDPT Dragon Production TheatreERMA Enid & Ross Maurice

AwardFMT Foothill Musical TheaterHS High SchoolLAMT Los Altos Musical Theatre

(Formerly Bus Barn Stage Company)

LTSJ Lyric Theatre of San JoseLAYT Los Altos Youth TheatreOGSD Oak Grove School DistrictOSJ Opera San JosePAP Palo Alto PlayersPCLO Peninsula Civic Light OperaPCS Peninsula Center StagePHS Presentation High SchoolPSP Pacifica Spindrift PlayersPYT Peninsula Youth TheatreSBMT South Bay Musical Theatre

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WVLO Musical Theatre Company AwardsThe following awards, chosen by the Staff, are presented to a member of each production who has made an outstanding contribution to the success of that production in the following areas. Listed are awards for the past few productions.

Captain’s Cape Award — Presented in memory of our late President, Captain R.P. Maurice to an outstanding member of the ensemble.

Robert Summers — “How To Succeed…” Heather Kenyon — “Drowsy Chaperone”

Jennifer Vaillancourt — “Bells Are Ringing” Julie Moylan — “Annie”

Jomar Martinez — “Sugar” Catherine Dietrich — “9 tto 5”

Orchestra Award — Presented to an outstanding member of the orchestra.Marilyn Anderson and Miho Nishi — “How To Succeed…”

Andy Scott — “Drowsy Chaperone” Kathleen Harley — “Bells Are Ringing”

Judy Steinle — “Annie” Rebecca McKinley — “Sugar”

Karen Adkins — “9 To 5”

Technical Award — Presented to an outstanding member of the stage crew in memory of our late Production Manager, Linda Wallitner.

Megan Hicks — “How To Succeed…” Brian O’Connor — “Drowsy Chaperone”Nita Rabe-Uyeno — “Bells Are Ringing”

Cameron Kwong — “Annie” Thomas Aquino — “Sugar”

Amelia Langstraw — “9 To 5”

Jean Hutchins Award — Presented in memory of Jean Hutchins, our late ticket lady — the recipient is chosen annually by the Board of Directors.

2008–09 Season — Sergio Vela Pena2009–10 Season — Dave Raiman

2010–11 Season — Frank Sherlock 2011–12 Season — Nancy Dean

2012–2013 Season — Dawn Johnson

WVLO Musical Theatre CompanyA Non-Profit Organization

The object of this Association is to promote cultural activity in the area and to provide opportunities for anyone with dramatic aspirations to take part in theatrical productions under the guidance of experienced Play Directors. We sincerely hope you enjoy our musical comedy season. Should you wish to become a subscriber, just call our Box Office Voice Mail at (408) 268-3777 for information.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031Telephone: (408) 358-1896

Fax (408) 356-0135

BOARD OF DIRECTORSMr. Edward Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PresidentMrs. Elizabeth Dale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentMs. Judy Pincus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SecretaryMr. Jay Sternin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TreasurerMs. Carol Knouf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMrs. Nancy Kwong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMr. Earl Masuda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Member Mr. June Romeo Milanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMr. Frank Sherlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMr. Stephen F. Von Till . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Counsel

— MARK YOUR 2014 CALENDAR NOW —

On March 22, 2014, we will present our second annual Scholarship Benefit in this theater to support the WVLO Cele & Gene Pincus Memorial Scholarship! This scholarship fund has supported deserving High School graduates in their plans to continue their education in Theatre & Arts for the past eleven years.

Please plan to attend this fun-filled night of musical entertainment for a very worthy cause! More information will be announced later this year.

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by a self-addressed, stamped envelope.All exchanges are subject to availability. Sorry, no ticket refunds.

HANDICAPPED SEATINGSpecial seating is available for differently-abled pa-trons. Please notify the ticket seller in advance when purchasing tickets, or ask the house manager for more information.

HEARING-IMPAIREDA hearing-impaired enhancement listening system has been installed in this theater for all WVLOA performances. Hearing-impaired patrons may obtain personal headsets with individual volume controls in the lobby refreshment area next to the Box Office.

LATE ARRIVALSCurtain times are prompt. As a courtesy to our audi-ence and performers, late arrivals will be seated by an usher at an appropriate time and may not be seated in their exact seats until intermission.

REMINDERS• No smoking in the theater or lobby.• No cameras, video or audio-tape recorders are

permitted in the theater.• WVLOA is not responsible for theft or for loss of

personal property.• Food and beverages are permitted in the lobby

only.• Family and guests wishing to greet performers are

asked to wait in the lobby.• Patrons are discouraged from bringing toddlers and

infants to any regular performance because they are potentially distracting to other patrons and perform-ers. Every person, regardless of age, must purchase a ticket.

• Schedules are subject to change.• As a courtesy to all patrons, please turn off all watch

alarms, paging devices, and cellular telephones upon entering the theater.

• Please note the nearest exit from your assigned seat. In the unlikely event of an emergency, please WALK to an exit.

• WVLO appreciates your help in accommodating patrons with sensitivity to strong perfumes and aftershaves. We request our patrons use a softer touch so as not to exacerbate allergies. Thank You.

SARATOGA CIVIC THEATER 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070 In the City of Saratoga Office Complex

BOX OFFICE In Saratoga Civic Theater Across from West Valley College Tickets & Information (408) 268-3777 (Voice Mail available 24 hours daily.)

Theater Box Office opens one hour before show-time.

ADMINISTRATION OFFICES Mailing Address P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031 Telephone: (408) 358-1896 Fax: (408) 356-0135

PERFORMANCE TIMES Fri./Sat. Eves 8:00 PM Sat./Sun. Matinees 2:30 PM Thurs. Eves 8:00 PM

TICKET PRICES* Gala Openings $35 (Includes champagne & reception) Fri./Sat. Eves $33 Sat./Sun. Matinees $31 Children under 12 $20 Seniors (65 & over) $2 off Children (13 to 17) $2 off *Prices include City Surcharge of $2.00

GROUP DISCOUNTSAre available for all productions except Opening Nights. Contact the Box Office on our 24-hour Voice Mail at (408) 268-3777. Special Bookings for fund-raisers are also available.

TICKET EXCHANGESSeason ticket holders can exchange their tickets at any time up to 24 hours before a performance, free of charge. Subscription tickets for missed performances may NOT be exchanged. Non-subscription tickets may be exchanged up to 24 hours before a performance for another seat to the same production free of charge. Non-subscriber tickets for missed performances may NOT be exchanged.To exchange: Call the Box Office (408) 268-3777 or mail to: WVLOA, P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031. Exchanges received through the mail will be held for pick up at the Saratoga Civic Theater Box Of-fice on the night of performance unless accompanied

WVLO Musical Theatre Company’s Information

WVLO Musical Theatre Company acknowledges the generosity of the following donors who have contributed to maintaining our productions’ excellence for the upcoming season. We are deeply grateful for your support!

DIAMOND ($1,000 or more)Anonymous

GOLD ($250 to $499)Hand, Ed/MargeSternin, Jay/Marcia

SILVER ($100 to $249)Allman, BillArno, Roger/Kathleen Hewitt, George/CarolKiss, Edward/EleanorMacLaren, M/M JMMascarin, PatMentink, Jim/MargaretPollock, Michael/FeliciaPurchase, BarbaraRay, John/RobertaRhodes, Bryan/PamWallace, RozWalter, Richard/Nancy

ANGEL ($50 to $99)AAngotti, PatAvery, Bob/BevBarbieri, LyndaBays, Don/AnneBriggs, Barry/AnneCancellieri, Bob/ShirleyDarnall, Phil/JeanFargher, LawrenceFredrick, AngieGilderoy, DianeHacker, Greg/NancyHedquist, Gerald/LoisHeller, IdaJacobson, Len/JaneLambert, MikeLancaster, Tom/TeddyMatsumoto, RayMoorhead, Walter/PatriciaParkman, RalphRay, David/Alice

Rodrigues, James/EllenRubin, BernardStafford, Ed/EllieStallard, Jack/SallySteele, JayTanaka, NancyTotman, Robert/Drusilla

SUPPORTER ($20 to $49)Barrick,JeanBecker, TomBena, MichaelBooth, BeverlyBreed, AllenCavanaugh, Ed/DeeChappell, ShirleyClerk, M/M Kent DePalmo, Charles/PhyllisEwing, CleopatraFunk, DorothyHuesby, Ernie/MarjorieKiss, HelenaMcNamara, JeanMullin, GordonNatoli, M/M Joseph

West Valley Light Opera Donors: 2013–2014 Season

Permaul, CorinnePierce, David/DeeReedy, RogerSaltman, Larry/LindaUnger, John/Claudia

FRIEND (Up to $19)Borgia, CharlesCook, ShermaElbrecht, LorettaFear, KarenGarvich, CharlotteHansen, AliceLott, HelenLucero, M/M ElroyLysne, GeraldineMarynowski, AndraMcQueen, Albert H.Moody, VirginiaMowery, LillianSnyder, HeleneStrandberg, PatStrutner, GenevieveTate, Elizabeth

CORPORATE MATCHING GIFTS*IBM, Apple, Adobe, Google, and HP

* YOU can make donations to WVLO Musical Theatre Company, a non-profit entity, #24-1234566, and if employed or retired, take advantage of your Company’s Matching Gift Program which results in their matching your donation to our organization. Take advantage of these programs and do it now! Remember, matching contributions are not automatic. You must notify your employer of your donation, usually at the time you make it, to take advantage of this wonderful way to support our community theatre non-profit organization. It isn’t too late to match your contribution for this season.

If your name is omitted or listed incorrectly here, please accept our apologies and leave a message on our Voice Mail, (408) 268-3777, or e-mail us at wvlo@wvlo.org so that we may update future listings. ALL gifts, of any amount, are greatly appreciated.

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Did You Know?that the original Broadway production opened on September 22,

1964, and was nominated for ten Tony Awards, winning nine, including Best Musical, Best Score, Best Book, Best Director, Best Choreography, Best Actor and Best Actress?

that the original production ran for a record-setting total of 3,242 performances?

that in 1971 West Valley Light Opera was the first Community Theatre organization to obtain the rights to perform “Fid-dler On The Roof” and that we performed 19 ‘sold out” performances?

that Beatrice Arthur (Maude) performed as Yente, the match-maker?

that even though Joanna Merlin originated the role of Tzeitel, it was later performed by Bette Midler?

that there have been five Broadway revivals of “Fiddler”, in 1976, 1981, 1991, 2004 and 2007?

that the stars that have played Tevye through the years include Topol, Zero Mostel, Herschel Bernardi, Theodore Bikel, Harry Goz, Leonard Nimoy and Harry Fierstein?

that Topol was in the Bay Area last month to kick off the Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival?

that the song, “Sunrise, Sunset” is often played at weddings and in 2011 Sheldon Harnick wrote two versions of the song, suitable for same-sex weddings, with minor word changes that would be appropriate for the ceremonies?

that “the Fiddler” is a metaphor for survival, through tradition and joyfulness, in a life of uncertainty and imbalance?

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APJCCCENTERFORJEWISHLIFEANDLEARNING14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos 95032408.357.7411 | CJLL@svjcc.orgwww.SiliconValleyJCC.org/JPlace

The APJCC’s Theatre Chevruta is proud to present a staged reading of

Tevyaand his daughters

by Arnold Perl

Directed by Doug Brook, WVLO’s very

own Tevye!

Saturday, December 7th | 8:00pmSunday, December 8th | 2:00pm with a talkback after the matinee

$10 JCC members | $8 students and seniors | $15 general admissionFor tickets go to www.SiliconValleyJCC.org/JPlace

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