Sister ACT The Musical
July 11-13
A HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER STOCK STYLE PRODUCTION PRESENTED BY JOURNEY BANK COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER, COMMUNITY THEATRE LEAGUE IN COOPERATION WITH LYCOMING COLLEGE
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SISTER ACT
Music by ALAN MENKEN
Lyrics by GLENN SLATER
Book by CHERI STEINKELLNER & BILL STEINKELLNER
Additional Book Material DOUGLAS CARTER BEANE
Based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture “Sister Act” written by Joseph HowardOrchestrations by Doug Besterman
Vocal and Incidental Music Arrangements by Michael Kosarin
Produced on Broadway by Whoopi Goldberg & Stage Entertainment in association with The Shubert Organization and Disney Theatrical Productions
Originally Production Developed in Association with Peter Schneider & Michael Reno and Produced by Stage Entertainment
World Premiere Produced by
Pasadena Playhouse, Pasadena CA and Alliance Theatre, Atlanta GA
Sheldon Epps, Artistic Director Susan V. Booth, Artistic Director
Lyla White, Executive Director Tom Pechar, Managing Director
Tom Ware, Producing Director
Authors biographies: You can find them at MTISHOWS.COM/authorbios.
SISTER ACT
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
Director: Seth Sponhouse | Music Director: Sarah K. Decker | Choreographer: Amiee Hunsinger
In American theater, summer stock theater is a theater that presents stage productions only in the summer.
When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, she’s hidden in the last place anyone would think to look—a convent! Disguised as a nun, she turns the quiet choir into a heavenly sensation, bringing music, soul, and a whole lot of sparkle to the sisters’ lives. Sister Act: The Musical is a feel-good, family-friendly show filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous comedy, and heart. Don’t miss this divine celebration of friendship, faith, and finding your voice!
This production is generously sponsored by:
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ADDITIONAL THANKS TO: Adin Hinojosa, Loyalsock Township High School Music Department
MEET THE CAST
(*) denotes also a member of the Ensemble (^) denotes Dance Ensemble (‘) denotes Fight Ensemble (“) denotes Dance Captain
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LANA PERRY
is an upcoming Junior at Hughesville High School and has been in a number of shows, her more notable performances being Matilda (Ms. Honey), Into The Woods (The Witch), Percy Jackson & The Lightning Theif (Clarisse & Charon), and now Sister Act (Deloris). Besides acting, she's assisted with other aspects of theatre such as choreography and directing. She's thrilled to be reconnecting with old friends and making new ones through this production.
LANA PERRY
(Deloris Van Cartier)
JAX VALLADARES-QUINONES
is a Milton High grad who is thrilled to be in their first musical with CTL. Past roles: ensemble of Mamma Mia, White Christmas, Electric skate in Spongebob Musical, Corly in Makin' It and Miss. Casewell in The Mousetrap. Endless love to their dogs Nemo, Milo, Rhea, Maui &Malia. Thanks to family and friends for believing in them, to Steve Aguirre for sparking their passion in the arts. Lastly, the biggest thanks to the cast/crew of Sister Act for making this show dazzling!
JAX VALLADARES-QUINONES
(Mother Superior)
MADDY LUNDY
is thrilled to be Mary Robert in Sister Act! She is a rising junior at Williamsport where she participates in varsity swim and tennis. She has danced for 13 years with SOTA. She plays the violin in orchestra as well as sings in choir and Les Chanteuse. Previously, she has been casted as the Doctor in Matilda and The Bakers Wife in Into the Woods. Maddy would like to thank her family for their endless support and love and dedicates every performance to her late grandmother, Ann. Luke 1:45.
MADDY LUNDY
(Sister Mary Robert)
REBECCA WINTER
a sophomore, is thrilled to be a nun again! This is her second time doing Sister Act, and she is ecstatic to be going from the role of Tina to Sister Mary Patrick! She has also been Matilda (ensemble), Lightning Thief (Bianca), and All Shook Up (Mayor Matilda Hyde). She is the Historian for the International Thespian Society and is the also the Vice President in Mock Trial at her school. She would like to thank her friends, family, and everyone involved in this production!
REBECCA WINTER
(Sister Mary Patrick)
HANNAH BASTIAN
is so grateful and thanks the production team for this amazing opportunity! Hannah will be a junior at Loyalsock Township Highschool. She participates in volleyball, band, choir, and theatre. Hannah has been seen recently as Matilda, Percy Jackson, and All Shook Up. She is so excited to be in Sister Act once again!!!
HANNAH BASTIAN
(Sister Mary Lazarus)
ISABELLE CAMPBELL
is a graduate from Williamsport Area High School. She has performed in Frozen Jr.(Bulda), Into the Woods Jr.(Stepmother), Matilda(Eric), and Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief(Echidna). After this summer she is going to Wilson College to study Veterinary Nursing and play basketball
ISABELLE CAMPBELL
(Sister Mary Martin-of-Tours)
CAROLINE PELLY
An upcoming Junior at Williamsport Area High School and is so excited to be participating in this production of Sister Act! You may have seen Caroline in previous CTL shows, such as White Christmas as Susan Waverly and Ragtime as Little Girl. At her high school, Caroline has been in the productions of Pippin and Seussical as Mrs. Mayor, and sings in Millionaire Singers. Caroline is very grateful for the cast and crew of Sister Act and hope everyone enjoys the show!
CAROLINE PELLY
(Sister Mary Theresa)
ALBERT CAMPBELL
is a graduated senior from Williamsport Area High School. In the past, he has performed in shows like Matilda as The Escapologist and Rudolpho, as well as The Lightning Thief as Chiron. At college, Albert plans to study Musical Theatre and Astronomy.
ALBERT CAMPBELL
(Monsignor O’Hara)
ELIJAH BURGER
is a junior, and has been in a couple shows in the past such as Anything Goes (Moonface), The Lightning Thief (Bus Driver), Is There a Comic in the House (Zack), and most recently All Shook Up (Dennis). He is also involved in the Penguin Project at CTL, Mock Trial, and Master Singers. He would like to thank anyone involved in this production for this opportunity!
ELIJAH BURGER
(Eddie Souther)
ELIAS FRANCISCUS
an upcoming Senior at Milton High School and is excited to perform as Curtis in his first CTL production. He has been in 8 productions at Milton including, Ensemble in Mamma Mia, Chicago, She kills monsters, and White Christmas; SpongeBob the Musical (Mr. Krabs); Makin' It (Ed Barrows); The Outsiders (Bob); and The Addams Family (Pugsley Addams). He would like to thank his family and his friends for supporting him through his Acting and Musical journey.
ELIAS FRANCISCUS
(Curtis)
XAVIER JOHNSTON
A Senior at Williamsport Area High School and has been in a few productions there, consisting of Pippin, Little Shop of Horrors, Seussical, A Simpler Time, Just Another High School Play, Never After Happily, and Double Booked! He has also done theatre in the community, those shows being The Prom and The Lightning Thief. In his free time, Xavier performs in Without A Cue and Millionaire Singers and he's very excited for audiences to see this production.
XAVIER JOHNSTON
(TJ)
ELIJAH NILSON
A recent graduate from Williamsport Area High School and will be going to Slippery Rock University in the fall to study acting! You may have seen him in school musicals like Into the Woods (Jack) or Seussical (Horton), at the CAC before in Matilda (Mr. Wormwood), or in CTL's The Lightning Thief (Gabe/Ares). He is also the writer and director of the one-act play Double Booked! He wants to thank his family and friends for supporting him in this show and in the next step in his life!
ELIJAH NILSON
(Joey)
MARCO BLAS
just completed his junior year at Loyalsock, and he is excited to perform in another summer production. He was last seen in Loyalsock’s production of All Shook Up. He was also in the CTL’s summer production of The Lightning Thief last year. He’d like to thank his family and friends for their support, and his girlfriend for all she does.
MARCO BLAS
(Pablo)
SEAN NOLDER
A recent Milton Alumni who has performed in multiple show throughout his high school career. He is currently headed towards attending Bloomsburg University where he will major in Theater Arts, as well as Secondary Education. He wants to thank his family and friends for their countless support throughout his theatrical journey.
SEAN NOLDER
(Ernie)
CAITLYN KILLIAN
is a rising senior at Loyalsock Township High school. She was previously seen in her schools production of All Shook Up. She would like to thank her friends, family, and cast members for encouraging her throughout the production and for making this a great experience.
CAITLYN KILLIAN
(Tina/Nunsemble)
MAKAYLA FLOURNOY-BROWN
is a junior at Loyalsock Township High School. She has been in Frozen Jr. (Bishop/Ensemble), The Play That Goes Wrong (Annie), Snow White (The Evil Queen), Matilda (Tommy/Ensemble), Into the Woods Jr. (The Witch), A Simpler Time (Marley), and Never After Happily (Beanstalk Jack/Spoon) She has been nominated in the Ray of Lights Awards and won two medals for the Merit Competition in Dramatic Performance and one trophy for Outstanding Dramatic Performance in a Featured Role.
MAKAYLA FLOURNOY-BROWN
(Michelle/Nunsemble )
ANDREW WARE
As a recent graduate of Montoursville High School, Andrew is no stranger to the stage. He’s been involved in countless theatrical productions at both school, and the CTL. Most recently, he was recognized at the Ray of Light awards for his role as “Scuttle” in the Little Mermaid. He plans on continuing his theatrical involvement at Temple University this fall; aided by a minor in dance. He hopes everyone enjoys tonight’s show of Sister Act!
ANDREW WARE
(Cop/ Altar Boy)
COLLIN SANTORE
A junior at Danville Area High School and has previously performed as ensemble in the Addams Family and Anastasia, and Elisha Whitney in Anything Goes. He has also performed in the Play that Goes Wrong as Chris. In his senior year and beyond, he plans to continue acting and pursue theatre in college.
COLLIN SANTORE
(Cab Driver/ Altar Boy)
CHRISTIAN BERWANGOR
is a rising sophomore at Montoursville Area High School and has performed in Matilda (Bruce Bogtrotter), The Little Mermaid (Ensemble), and Moana Jr. (Maui). Beyond theater, he serves as class president, plays two high school sports, and sings in Ville, Montoursville’s 16-part auditioned a cappella ensemble. Christian, a dedicated performer and leader, looks forward to continuing his passion for acting, music, and storytelling. He hopes you enjoy the show!
CHRISTIAN BERWANGOR
(Newscaster/ Altar Boy)
ELIAS RODRIGUEZ
is a rising junior at Montoursville Area High School and this is his seventh show. He has acted in Charlotte's Web as John Arable, Hurry Up and Wait as Rob and Jason, Freaky Friday as ensemble, and in The Little Mermaid as ensemble.
ELIAS RODRIGUEZ
(Altar Boy/ Ensemble)
MILES SOHA
is 15 years old. He’s in a modeling and acting school. He also likes to make his own jewelry and loves to sing and dance..
MILES SOHA
(Altar Boy/ Ensemble)
LYDIA TRESSLER
is thrilled to return to the stage as Nunsemble and Dance Ensemble in CTL’s production of “Sister Act.” She is 14 years old and a rising 9th grader at Muncy HS. Her previous roles with CTL include Ensemble in “The Little Mermaid.” Offstage, Lydia takes dance classes, enjoys singing, and hanging out with friends and family. She would like to thank her family for supporting her throughout the process and her cast for being an amazing, hardworking group. She hopes you enjoy the show!
LYDIA TRESSLER
(Dance Ensemble)
MARYN FRY
Will soon be a Sophomore at Loyalsock! She has been involved in theater since age 4, starting with summer camps, then after school classes, and finally main-stage productions. At CTL she was in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as Polly and Elf The Musical as Ensemble, at the CAC as a Henchman and more in Matilda. She was Student Stage Manager for the sprouts show Peter Rabbit The Musical! At LTHS she was ensemble in Anything Goes and All Shook Up. She thanks Seth and the production team for an opportunity!
MARYN FRY
(Dance Ensemble)
GREY JENKINS
is a 10th grader at Danville High School and is excited to bring some sparkle (and a little sass) to the CTL stage in Sister Act! Past credits include Anastasia, The Play That Goes Wrong, and Anything Goes. Offstage, Grey enjoys costume design, theater chaos, and dramatic flair. Thanks to the cast, crew, and all who support the journey. Halle–Slay–lujah
GREY JENKINS
(Dance Ensemble)
ESTELLA SMELKO
is an uprising sophomore at Montoursville. She has previously been in Suessical jr. (ensemble), Once Upon a Mattress jr. (ensemble) and Annie ( Orphan/ ensemble) at the Northern Potter School district. Moana jr. (Pua), Charlotte's Web ( Wilbur) and The Little Mermaid (Windward) at Montoursville. She would like to thank her family for helping her with her busy schedule, especially her little brother for tagging along and being the best cheerleader. She hopes you enjoy the show!
ESTELLA SMELKO
(Nunsemble)
JOHANNA PELLY
An upcoming Junior at WAHS and is so excited to be a part of this production of Sister Act! Previous theatre credits include Young Fiona in CTL's production of Shrek, Theo in WAHS production of Pippin, and most recently Jojo in WAHS production of Seussical! When she is not acting, Johanna enjoys running on the cross country and track teams, singing in Millionaire Singers, playing violin in Strolling Strings, and hanging out with family and friends. She hopes you enjoy the show!
JOHANNA PELLY
(Nunsemble)
BROMWYN KEENER
is a soon-to-be ninth grader from South Williamsport. She loves to dance, sing and perform in plays. She has previously acted in Sprouts Productions at CTL including Rikki Tikki Tavi as Queen Cobra and Alice @ Wonderland as Door #2 and ensemble. She is looking forward to her role in Sister Act.
BROMWYN KEENER
(Nunsemble)
KRISTIN DINGES
Will be a junior next school year at Montoursville Area High School. She most recently performed in 10th grade as Flounder in The Little Mermaid and 9th grade as Fletcher in Freaky Friday.. Previous performances on the CAC stage include Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble) and Ragtime (Edgar). She is excited to share the Sister Act stage with some of her favorite cast mates and is thankful for this amazing group of directors.
KRISTIN DINGES
(Nunsemble)
LILLIAN GALLAGHER
is a junior at South Williamsport Highschool and has performed in Grease (ensemble), Legally Blonde (ensemble), Cinderella (queen) and High School Musical (ensemble). She also plays volleyball at her highschool. After school she plans to go to college for early childhood education.
LILLIAN GALLAGHER
(Nunsemble)
ELIZABETH KIRK
is thrilled to be part of this amazing cast. No stranger to the stage, she has performed in many shows, most recently WAHS's production of Seussical the Musical and CTL's production of the Little Mermaid . A sophomore at WAHS, she is active in many school activities and mentoring for CTL’s Penguin Project. Elizabeth would like to thank her parents for their love and support. She is thankful for the awesome cast, crew and the opportunity to raise her voice on the CAC stage again.
ELIZABETH KIRK
(Nunsemble)
REBEKAH RICHARDSON
is excited to be back on the CTL Mainstage! Most recently seen as Ursula in The Little Mermaid at the CAC, she has also been in ensemble roles in Elf, Ragtime, and Beauty and the Beast as well as the Beggar Woman in Sweeney Todd. Rebekah is a homeschooling mom of 1 amazing kid as well as a D&D game master, mixed media artist, historical reenactment enthusiast, and occasional CTL costumer. Thanks to Thomas and AJ, Y and J for the support and love, and to the cast for their strength.
BROMWYN KEENER
(Nunsemble)
REBEKAH RICHARDSON
is excited to be back on the CTL Mainstage! Most recently seen as Ursula in The Little Mermaid at the CAC, she has also been in ensemble roles in Elf, Ragtime, and Beauty and the Beast as well as the Beggar Woman in Sweeney Todd. Rebekah is a homeschooling mom of 1 amazing kid as well as a D&D game master, mixed media artist, historical reenactment enthusiast, and occasional CTL costumer. Thanks to Thomas and AJ, Y and J for the support and love, and to the cast for their strength.
BROMWYN KEENER
(Nunsemble)
MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM
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SETH SPONHOUSE
Seth is excited to once again bring a production to life on the beautiful CAC stage! Past CAC directing credits include The Bridges of Madison County, Ragtime, 2023’s Beauty and the Beast, 2022’s Chicago, and this spring’s The Little Mermaid. Seth is dedicated to helping student of all ages grow, uplifting community voices, and advocating for theatre across the region. Love to Marisa, Leo, and Maya. Seth is a 2012 Kennedy Center Directing Institute inductee and a 2014 Millersville grad with degrees in Education and Theatre.
SETH SPONHOUSE
(Director)
SARAH K. DECKER
A seasoned performer and educator, Sarah K. Decker has served the Williamsport arts community for over twenty years. She’s graced the CAC and CTL stages in The Music Man (Marian Paroo), Beauty and the Beast (Madame de la Grande Bouche), Cinderella (Music Director), and WSO’s Holiday Broadway Concert (Vocal Coach), while maintaining thriving voice studios both at her home and at Lycoming College. Sarah believes firmly in the power of music and community—so don’t be shy, raise YOUR voice!
SARAH K. DECKER
(Music Director)
AMIEE HUNSINGER
is thrilled to make her production team debut with CTL as the Choreographer for Sister Act. Outside of her work as a social worker, she serves as choreographer for Montoursville Area High School, where her credits include, The Little Mermaid, Freaky Friday, and Mamma Mia!. She is deeply grateful to CTL for this opportunity and to her father for his unwavering love and support. Her work on this production is lovingly dedicated to the memory of her own "Mother Superior"-- her mother.
AMIEE HUNSINGER
(Choreographer)
PAUL YOUNG
has been married to his wife (Cindy) for 35 years, with whom he has two amazing daughters, Megan (29) and Mackenzie(27) and a granddaughter Kinsley (5). "You have to measure your successes and your failures within, not by anything that I or anyone else might think." Capt Jean-Luc Picard
PAUL YOUNG
(Stage Manager)
MISSY BLACK
loves being behind the scenes creating the last piece of the productions. Missy has been costuming for the last 15 year.s, starting at Montoursville high school and then for CTL. Some of Missy's most recent costumes could be see in Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella and Rent. Missy would like to thank CTL for letting her be a part of the Magic that is CTL and to her family for supporting her. Missy would also Like to thank Jade Alexander for being her assistant costumer.
MISSY BLACK
(Costumer)
SETH CONFER
SETH CONFER
(Assistant Director)
ELLEN BOLL
a collaborative pianist, piano instructor, and vocal coach based in central Pennsylvania. She is on faculty at Lycoming College as an Adjunct Professor of Music. Ellen is currently pursuing a Graduate Diploma in Collaborative Piano at the Cleveland Institute of Music and has a M.M. in Piano Accompanying from Florida State University and a B.M. in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from Wheaton College. She is excited to join CTL as Assistant Music Director for Sister Act this summer.
ELLEN BOLL
(Assistant Music Director)
MORE CREDITS
JORDAN MILLER...Lighting Design
SETH SPONHOUSE...Scenic Design
BETH O’CONNEL...Scenic Painting
SETH SPONHOUSE...Scenic Design
JADE ALEXANDER...Asst. Costumer
PIT MUSICIANS
Keyboards...Ellen Boll & Christi Smith
Woodwinds...Judy Burke, Lance Welch, Kayla Furman
Trumpet...Jeff Smith & Doug LeBlanc
Trombone... Rebecca Ciabattari & Kevin Williams
Violin...Michael Fisher & William A. Ciabattari
Cello...Katie Van Varick
Guitar...Richard Adams
Bass...Tim Breon
Percussion...Don Fisher
Drums...Robert Leidhecker
SETH SPONHOUSE...Scenic Design
BETH O’CONNEL...Scenic Painting
SETH SPONHOUSE...Scenic Design
JADE ALEXANDER...Asst. Costumer
PIT MUSICIANS
Keyboards...Ellen Boll & Christi Smith
Woodwinds...Judy Burke, Lance Welch, Kayla Furman
Trumpet...Jeff Smith & Doug LeBlanc
Trombone... Rebecca Ciabattari & Kevin Williams
Violin...Michael Fisher & William A. Ciabattari
Cello...Katie Van Varick
Guitar...Richard Adams
Bass...Tim Breon
Percussion...Don Fisher
Drums...Robert Leidhecker
MAIA CENIMO
(Choreographer)
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