GODSPELL
February 6-8 & 12-15
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GODSPELL
Conceived and Originally Directed by JOHN-MICHAEL TEBELAK
MUSIC AND NEW LYRICS BY STEPHEN SCHWARTZ
Originally Produced on the New York Stage by
EDGAR LANSBURY / STUART DUNCAN / JOSEPH BERUH
By My Side” was written by PEGGY GORDON and the lyrics thereof by JAY HAMBURGER
Godspell 2012 Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Director: Phil Vonada | Music Director: Ellen Boll | Choreographer: Erin Mowrey
Godspell is a musical based on the Gospel of Matthew, featuring a group of people who help Jesus teach his lessons through parables, games, and songs. It’s known for its eclectic mix of musical styles, from pop to vaudeville, and for its focus on themes of community, love, kindness, and acceptance.
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MEET THE CAST
(*) denotes also a member of the Ensemble (^) denotes Dance Ensemble (‘) denotes Fight Ensemble (“) denotes Dance Captain
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DAKKOTA DEEM
is thrilled to reprise the role of Jesus after 15 years. Life experiences and a fresh cast have given deeper meaning to the parables, and we’re excited to share that with you. Past productions include The Little Mermaid, Rent, Beauty and the Beast, Footloose, Once on this Island, Little Women, and Songs for a New World. Dakkota would like to thank the incredible cast, his husband, friends and family for their continued support. I hope you enjoy the show! IG: @dakk_deem
DAKKOTA DEEM
(Jesus)
SETH CONFER
is thrilled to be back on the CTL stage, taking on the dual roles of John the Baptist and Judas. This theatre has long felt like home to him, and returning to the stage alongside such a talented cast and production team—all of whom he’s proud to call friends—makes this experience especially meaningful. With its joyful mix of humor, humanity, and heart, Godspell is a perfect reminder that, as Willy Wonka wisely said, “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men.”
SETH CONFER
(John Baptist/Judas)
NICOLE SHOOP
is so excited to celebrate 20 years with CTL! Some of her favorite past productions include Anything Goes (Charity), Mamma Mia (Ali), The Little Mermaid (Scuttle in 2022 and Adella in 2025), and Newsies (Finch). Other recent roles include Liesl von Trapp in The Sound Of Music with Christ Wesleyan Theatre Productions. When she's not on stage, she can be found training as an aerialist with Dance On Air. She is incredibly grateful to God and CTL for the opportunity to play this dream role.
NICOLE SHOOP
PENNY SAMAR
is a songwriter, music producer, and vocalist from South Williamsport, PA. She most recently appeared as a Top 24 Finalist on Season 23 of American Idol for her 50+Million viral audition of Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club". Since then, she released a personal EP, and has been performing these originals from coast to coast. Penny is ecstatic to be back on the CTL stage after a 5 year hiatus from musical theatre. This is where her roots formed; the rest is history. Enjoy the show.
PENNY SAMAR
MADDIE BELL
is so thrilled to be part of Godspell at CTL. Putting this show together has been a joy and a way to bring a little bit of sunshine to winter in Central PA. You may have previously seen Maddie on CTL's stage as Brenda in Catch Me if You Can, Frenchie in Cabaret, or Rhoda in White Christmas. She'd like to thank the entire production cast and crew for all their work to make this show something special and her husband Travis for being her biggest support.
MADDIE BELL
TYLER MARVIN
is overjoyed to be in a show he's wanted to do for nearly a decade, especially with so many friends! Previous roles include Poe in Poe's Midnight Dreary, Cinderella's Prince in Into the Woods, Cliff Bradshaw in Cabaret, and roughly 30 additional theatre credits over the last decade plus. Tyler would like to thank the production staff, friends, and family, blood and found.
TYLER MARVIN
THEODORE LENTZ
is excited to return to the CTL Mainstage for his third round of Godspell! He grew up singing along with the original cast on vinyl, and first performed it in 2007 at the Arcadia Theatre in Wellsboro, PA. Theo has been seen in CTL shows over the past decade as puppets, princes, and entire families. When not on stage, he has also music directed many Summer Youth Intensive and Mainstage shows. Theo would like to thank the talented cast and crew by his side, and YOU for coming to see us!
THEODORE LENTZ
HANNAH MCBRIDE
Thankful to be in another powerful CTL production, Hannah was most recently seen as Emma Carew in Jekyll & Hyde at CTL and Ariel in The Little Mermaid at the CAC. Her top past roles include Christine Daaé in Phantom of the Opera, Ella in R&H's Cinderella, and Woman 1 in Songs for a New World. Thank you to everyone for supporting local theatre, especially my wonderful family and my forever partner, C. Let’s lead with love as He did, and remember the positive strength in community♥ @hannahlizmcb
HANNAH MCBRIDE
KIM FULMER
is thrilled to be performing in Godspell, which is first musical she ever listened to. Some of her favorite roles at CTL have been ensemble in Rent, Rosie in Mamma Mia, and Marge in The Bridges of Madison County at CAC. She would like to thank Phil and the entire production team for helping her make a dream come true. She would also like to thank her amazing friends who continue to hold her up and make her feel loved. Her performances are for Pat who will forever be by her side.
KIM FULMER
TIM HIPPENSTEEL
has been involved in over 60 productions as an actor, director and stage manager, with previous CTL credits including Utterson (Jekyll & Hyde), Roger Davis (RENT), Trent Oliver (The Prom), Barry Mann (Beautiful), Donkey (Shrek), Brick (Cat on a Hot Tin Roof), Fred (Miracle on 34th), Phil Davis (White Christmas), Nathan Detroit (Guys & Dolls), and Billy (Anything Goes), among others. He'd like to thank the productions staff & cast, as well as our audiences for supporting the local arts.
TIM HIPPENSTEEL
NEVAEH WILLIAMS
is very excited to return to CTL as a stage manager for SIX: TEEN EDITION! This experience has been so incredibly fun and rewarding for them. She would like to thank the production staff for being such an amazing group of ladies and second family. Nevaeh would also like to tell the queens to always be fierce, to be true to themselves, and remember to always 'Get Down' when the opportunity arrives!
NEVAEH WILLIAMS
(Stage Manager)
NEVAEH WILLIAMS
is very excited to return to CTL as a stage manager for SIX: TEEN EDITION! This experience has been so incredibly fun and rewarding for them. She would like to thank the production staff for being such an amazing group of ladies and second family. Nevaeh would also like to tell the queens to always be fierce, to be true to themselves, and remember to always 'Get Down' when the opportunity arrives!
NEVAEH WILLIAMS
(Stage Manager)
MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM
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PHILIP VONADA
is thrilled to be directing for CTL again! Previous CTL Directing credits include A Few Good Men, White Christmas, Sister Act, Rabbit Hole, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Favorite onstage credits include Jon (Tick... Tick... Boom!), Mr. Green (Clue), Bud (Bridges of Madison County), Harry (Company), The Baker (Into the Woods), and Man in Chair (Drowsy Chaperone). Phil is the Communications Director for the National Grange, and is so happy to be back at CTL again - it's like coming home.
PHILIP VONADA
(Director)
ELLEN BOLL
is from Williamsport, Pennsylvania. She serves on the faculty at Lycoming College as an Adjunct Professor in the music department, maintains a private piano studio, and freelances as a vocal coach, music director, and collaborative pianist. Ellen received her music training at the Cleveland Institute of Music, Florida State University, and Wheaton College. She is very excited to work with the phenomenal cast and production team of CTL’s 2026 production of Godspell as Music Director.
ELLEN BOLL
(Music Director)
ERIN MOWREY
is excited to be making her Choreographer debut for GODSPELL. Erin was previously involved in Pippin (Assistant Choreographer), Catch Me If You Can (Dance Captain), Elf: The Musical (Assistant Choreographer), Shrek: The Musical (Elf), and Ragtime (Immigrant Ensemble). Erin thanks this AMAZING cast and production team for all of their hard work and countless memories made throughout this production. She also thanks her husband and daughters for their continuous love and support!
ERIN MOWREY
(Choreographer)
CAROLINE CIPRIANI
is happy to add COLOR to the Godspell characters through costume design! Other recently costumed shows at CTL include 9 to 5, Catch Me If You Can, and The Prom.
CAROLINE CIPRIANI
(Costume Designer)
ALLISON PANCZYSZYN
is excited to return to CTL, with Godspell being her first show back in five years! This is her first time working as a stage manager, and she would like to thank her cast and crew for making it a fantastic experience. Allison is a proud graduate of AMDA, with a BFA in Musical Theater. Some of her previous credits include: Anastasia (Christ Wesleyan Theater) Bound for Broadway (The Triad Theater), A Stitch in Time (Theater for the New City), and Swingtime Canteen (Cosmo Theater)
ALLISON PANCZYSZYN
(Stage Manager)
KRISTIN PEREZ
is beyond thrilled to be assistant choreographer for this amazingly talented cast and work beside such a stellar production team. Kristin has done choreo for CTL's Penguin Project/Spotlight program like Finding Nemo. As a dancer since childhood dancing is Kristin's happy place and she feels blessed for this opportunity. Erin - thank you for your support and encouragement and giving me my Day By Day Day! I couldn't have picked a better mentor. I hope we get to do this again.
KRISTIN PEREZ
(Assistant Choreographer)
MORE CREDITS
ERICKA CONKLIN...Lighting Designer
AIMEE HUNSINGER...Sound Technician
VAL PADGETT..Lighting Technician
MCKENNA CREMER...Stage Crew
SETH SPONHOUSE...Scenic Designer
DONNIE MAPES...Lead Carpenter
THATCHER GUNNELLS....Properties Master
KYLE HUGGINS....Projections/Marketing
AIMEE HUNSINGER...Sound Technician
VAL PADGETT..Lighting Technician
MCKENNA CREMER...Stage Crew
SETH SPONHOUSE...Scenic Designer
DONNIE MAPES...Lead Carpenter
THATCHER GUNNELLS....Properties Master
KYLE HUGGINS....Projections/Marketing
MAIA CENIMO
(Choreographer)
NEVAEH WILLIAMS
is very excited to return to CTL as a stage manager for SIX: TEEN EDITION! This experience has been so incredibly fun and rewarding for them. She would like to thank the production staff for being such an amazing group of ladies and second family. Nevaeh would also like to tell the queens to always be fierce, to be true to themselves, and remember to always 'Get Down' when the opportunity arrives!
NEVAEH WILLIAMS
(Stage Manager)
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