The Wizard of Oz

BACKGROUND MUSIC BY Herbert

2025 / 26 SEASON

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

D. Bruce Bentley, Chair

Solomon Rolingher, K.C., Past Chair

Tom Redl, Treasurer

Jeff Boadway, Secretary

Jennifer Addison, Ex Officio

Jacqueline Charlesworth, Wendy Dupree, Arliss Miller, Aroon Sequeira, Chris Sheard, Marshall Shoctor, K.C., Sheila Witwicky, Ralph Young

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Jennifer Addison, Chair

Gerard Merkosky, Vice Chair

Roger Babichuk, Treasurer

Derrique DeGagné, Amy Gaucher, Vicki Giles, Marcie Kiziak, Jennifer Kwan, Joy Lardner, Shannon Marchand, Joshua McIntosh, Ashton Raeyr, Constance Scarlett, Pamela Zrobek

HONORARY GOVERNORS

Marc de La Bruyère, Anne Foote

HONORARY DIRECTORS

Jack N. Agrios, Jane Batty, Ken Bautista, Joanne Berger, Christine Bishop, Dan Block, Guy Bridgeman, Frank Calder, Gary G. Campbell, Betty Carlson, Donald A. Carlson, Marilyn Cohen, Reg Copithorne, Len Dolgoy, Allison Edwards, Dennis Erker, John C. Forster, Frank Gibson, James Gillespie, Jane Halford, Brian Hetherington, Becky Hole, Mike House, Gary Killips, Richard Kirby, Stuart Lee, Beverlee Loat, Al Maurer, Ashif Mawji, Maureen McCaw, Lisa Miller, Susan Minsos, Terry Nistor, Bob Normand, Catrin Owen, Ted Power, Jerry Preston, Henry (Hank) Reid, Rob Reynolds, Charlotte Robb, Margot Ross-Graham, Barbara Shumsky, Peter Silverstone, Gaurav Singhmar, Larry Staples, Esther Starkman, Marianne Takach, Merle Taylor, The Hon. Dennis R. Thomas, Brian Tod, John Tweddle, Brian Vaasjo, The Hon. A.H. Wachowich, Bob Walker, Dr. Marvin Weisler, Eva Willox, David Wilson, Doris Wilson, John Yerxa

IN MEMORIAM

David D. Bentley, Frederick K. Campbell, Maureen Decore, J.G. Greenough, Ada Hole, Ralph B. MacMillan, Sandy Mactaggart, James L. Martin, Jack McBain, Kayla Shoctor, Robert Westbury

DARYL CLORAN ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

JESSIE VAN RIJN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

SEASON AT A GLANCE

LEGALLY BLONDE

July 5 - August 3, 2025

LIFE OF PI

September 13 - October 5, 2025

BIG STUFF

October 18 - November 9, 2025

VINYL CAFE: THE MUSICAL

November 8 - December 7, 2025

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

November 22 - December 24, 2025

BEAR GREASE: SHACK UP FOR THE WINTERHOLIDAY SPECIAL

December 18 - 21, 2025

DEATH OF A SALESMAN

January 24 - February 15, 2026

BURNING MOM

February 14 - March 8, 2026

THE WIZARD OF OZ

March 7 - April 12, 2026

CASEY & DIANA

April 4 - 26, 2026

CYRANO DE BERGERAC

May 2 - 24, 2026

WELCOME TO THE CITADEL

There is something magical about experiencing a story for the first time as a child, and something just as special about returning to it as an adult! Our audiences have always shown us how much they treasure these moments of wonder, and few stories capture that spirit like The Wizard of Oz. From the unforgettable journey down the Yellow Brick Road to the enduring friendships and courage we celebrate along the way, this is a story that delights, inspires, and brings families together.

The Citadel has a long history of welcoming young audiences and creating shared theatre experiences for families. Seeing the joy on a child’s face during a favourite scene, hearing laughter ripple through the audience, and witnessing multiple generations experiencing the magic together is at the heart of everything we do! Nostalgia and discovery meet on our stage, whether it’s a first visit to the Emerald City or a return to a story that shaped a childhood.

Jessie & Daryl

There is truly “no place like home,” and the Citadel has always been a home for stories. We open our doors to Dorothy and her friends, inviting you to step inside, feel the wonder, and be swept away by the adventure. We also encourage you to explore our recently announced 2026/27 Season, From Here to Everywhere, filled with stories that will transport you from your seat and spark imagination and connection for audiences of all ages.

Thank you for joining us. Your presence brings the magic to life, and we are thrilled to share this adventure with you!

Daryl Cloran Jessie van Rijn Artistic Director Executive Director

At the Citadel Theatre, we believe in the power and importance of stories. We acknowledge the stories that have come before us since time immemorial - on this land just north of the river and under these skies and stars, on this stage, and in this building with you.

We live, work, and create in the place we share on Mother Earth. This area, Edmonton, is known to the Plains Cree as Amiskwaciwâskahikan - Beaver Hill House. It is the traditional and contemporary homeland for the Nehiyawak (Plains Cree) along with the Saulteaux (Plains Ojibwe), Stoney Nakoda, Haudenosaunee (Mohawk), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Inuit, Dene and Métis. We express deep gratitude for the knowledge that has long nurtured these lands.

Treaty No. 6 was created with the intention of fostering harmonious co-existence. The Citadel Theatre recognizes our role and responsibility in being an active participant in reconciliation. We commit to this work through the sharing of resources, ongoing training, the inclusion of Indigenous stories, histories, and experiences in our programming, and by fostering meaningful relationships with the community.

In the spirit of reciprocity and respect, we seek to uphold the original intent of the Treaty and strive to create a shared narrative that honors our responsibility to this land and to each other.

CAST

Jill Agopsowicz......................................Tree, Ensemble

Alexander Ariate Zeke/Cowardly Lion

Mhairi Berg.............................................Ensemble

Nadien Chu.............................................Aunt Em/Glinda

Braydon Dowler-Coltman.....................Barrister, Crow, Winkie General, Ensemble

Jesse Drwiega.......................................Jitterbug, Crow, Ensemble

Tom Edwards..........................................Uncle Henry/Emerald City Guard, Ensemble

Chariz Faulmino.....................................Dorothy Gale

Kristin Johnston....................................Mayor of Munchkinland, Tree, Ensemble

Corben Kushneryk Ensemble

Alison MacDonald Ensemble

Abby McDougall...................................Tree, Nikko, Ensemble

Hal Wesley Rogers................................Hickory/Tinman

Luc Tellier....... Hunk/Scarecrow

John Ullyatt Professor Chester Marvel/The Wizard of Oz, Ensemble

Nadine Whiteman.................................Miss Almira Gulch/The Wicked Witch of the West

Koko........................................................Toto

Scooby Toto

YOUTH ENSEMBLE

Megan Aldana, Breanna Bender, Elena Chrapko, Nora Hill, Makaiah Yzabelle Lagrazon, Aubrey Malacad, Jensen Meighen, Nicolas Melo, Cooper Nash Rajotte, Avery Rogers

UNDERSTUDIES

Jill Agopsowicz.............................................................Jitterbug, Crow Mhairi Berg....................................................................Tree, Nikko

Braydon Dowler-Coltman............................................Hickory/Tinman

Jesse Drwiega..............................................................Hunk/Scarecrow

Tom Edwards.................................................................Professor Chester Marvel/The Wizard of Oz

Kristin Johnston............................................................Miss Almira Gulch/The Wicked Witch of the West Corben Kushneryk........................................................Zeke/Cowardly Lion, Uncle Henry/Emerald City Guard, Crow

Alison MacDonald........................................................Aunt Em/Glinda, Mayor of Munchkinland, Tree

Abby McDougall...........................................................Dorothy Gale

CREATIVE TEAM

Thom Allison..................................................................Director

Steven Greenfield Music Director

Julio Fuentes Choreographer

Brandon Kleiman Set Designer*

Deanna Finnman...........................................................Costume Designer

Patrick Beagan Lighting Designer

Michael Laird Sound Designer*

Laura Warren Video and Projection Designer*

Morgan Yamada...........................................................Fight Director

Jesse Drwiega...............................................................Dance Captain

Braydon Dowler-Coltman.............................................Fight Captain

Cynthia Jimenez-Hicks Assistant Director ^

Sarah Dowling..............................................................Assistant Choreographer ^

Christina Nguyen Assistant Music Director ^

Andrea Handal Rivera Stage Manager

Lore Green Assistant Stage Manager

Nyssa Beairsto...................................................... .......Assistant Stage Manager

Jessica Haight Apprentice Stage Manager

Adam Blocka Children’s Supervisor

Austin Kennedy Children’s Supervisor

THANK YOUS

U of A Studio Theatre Wardrobe Department • Edmonton Opera Wardrobe Department

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity Wardrobe Department • KeyboardTEK

Mary Sharp-James • Chris Tsujiuchi • Joe Slabe • Maria Jimenez-Hicks

Thank you to our Disability Consultant, Carly Neis.

Thank you to the families of our Youth Ensemble for driving, waiting, cheering, and supporting our young artists for every step down the Yellow Brick Road.

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Citadel Theatre is a member of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres and engages professional Artists who are members of the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association under the terms of the jointly negotiated Canadian Theatre Agreement. Production personnel for the Citadel Theatre are members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E)

* Indicated designers on this production are represented by the Associated Designers of Canada, IATSE Local ADC659. ^Supported by the RBC Foundation (Citadel’s Mainstage Emerging Artist Mentorship Program)

THE SEARCH FOR HOME

The last line of the movie, The Wizard of Oz, has become as famous as the movie itself. “There’s no place like home” has been etched in the hearts of so many generations of young and old alike, since the moment it was uttered by the legendary Judy Garland in 1939. But what does “home” mean to us today? Originally, on the surface at least, it sits as a lovely sentiment, reminding us of family and our own humble beginnings. Keeping in mind that the film version of this story was created in between the World Wars era in America, there was probably also a subconscious nod to the idea of keeping young girls content where they were and curb a desire to be independent at a time when it was more accepted that women maintain more conventional gender roles at home.

But today, when gender self-identity, work-place methodologies and the costs of living are shifting drastically, it seems that so many young people (and not so young people) are redefining themselves in terms of professional/personal self-expression and the quality of life they want to have. So who you are inside and the friends you surround yourself with, become as important as where and how you live.

What seems to have happened is that the new ideal for “home” has become mental/ emotional/psychological, rather than geographic or dwelling-centric. Finding a sense of ease, acceptance, and understanding of our own needs, feelings, and desires is the new “home” base. And if we can find that, then we can be at home anywhere.

In the Kansas scenes in The Wizard of Oz, there are several references to Dorothy finding or getting into trouble. She seems to feel a lack of safety inside and outside. Through her journey, she has to find her equilibrium. She finds out she can defend herself and defend her loved ones. In the big, overwhelming world of Oz, she finds her strength and independence and with each triumph, she realizes the world isn’t that scary if you know what you stand for. She finds her own inner “home”. And that, she can take with her everywhere. And isn’t that what we all want? To feel at home anywhere, including Over the Rainbow.

- Thom Allison I Director

SONGS / MUSICIANS

ACT ONE

Over the Rainbow

Dorothy

The Cyclone

Come Out, Come Out

Glinda, Dorothy & Munchkins

Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead

Glinda, Mayor, Barristers, Coroner & Munchkins

Follow the Yellow Brick Road

Dorothy & Munchkins

If I Only Had a Brain Scarecrow, Dorothy & Crows

We’re Off to See the Wizard

Dorothy & Scarecrow

ACT TWO

Optimistic Voices (Reprise)

Treble Chorus

The Merry Old Land of Oz

Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, Guard & Citizens of Oz

If I Were King of the Forest Cowardly Lion with Dorothy, Tinman & Scarecrow

March of the Winkies

Winkies

BAND

If I Only Had a Heart Tinman, Dorothy, Scarecrow & Apple Trees

We’re Off to See the Wizard Dorothy, Tinman & Scarecrow

Lions, Tigers and Bears

Dorothy, Tinman & Scarecrow

If I Only Had the Nerve/ We’re Off to See the Wizard Cowardly Lion, Dorothy, Tinman & Scarecrow

Poppies/Optimistic Voices

Glinda, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, Wicked Witch & Poppies

The Jitterbug

Wicked Witch, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion & Jitterbugs

Over the Rainbow (Reprise)

Dorothy

Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead (Reprise) Winkies

Finale Company

Steven Greenfield...................................................Conductor/Keyboard 1

Dana Anderson.......................................................Reeds

Mark Segger............................................................Percussion

Stephanie Urquhart................................................Keyboard 2

Jim Cockell...............................................................Violin

Aretha Tillotson.......................................................Bass

Zechariah Lim..........................................................Percussion Intern

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STUDENTS CLUB

Young people are a vital part of the Citadel Theatre and we’re passionate about helping them find their creative voice. Students Club gives local junior and senior high school students an inside look at the world of professional theatre. It isn’t just about seeing showsStudents Club is about community, conversation, and celebrating live theatre in Edmonton. Before select Mainstage performances, students take part in an engaging and interactive session led by one of Edmonton’s talented theatre artists. Then, after the curtain falls, they stick around for a lively talkback with members of the cast and crew – diving into the stories behind the scenes and learning about what it really takes to bring a production to life.

In a highly technical show like The Wizard of Oz, Production Managers (PMs) are essential to helping to coordinate the onstage magic while keeping the cast and crew safe. For this Students Club workshop, we’ll chat with local PM Chris dela Cruz and learn about how PMs navigate each element of a show.

Chris has acted as Technical Director, Production Manager, Designer, House Technician and whatever else anyone has needed to get their play or festivals up around Edmonton the last 15 years. He’s had the pleasure of working with Theatre Network, L’UniTheatre, Edmonton Fringe, Rapid Fire Theatre, Northern Light Theatre, SkirtsAfire and many others. He’s spent the last six years as the Theatre Technician of the Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne High School.

For more information on Students Club, or to become a part of the program, please contact: groupbookings@citadeltheatre.com.

Students Club is presented by

BIOS

JILL AGOPSOWICZ I Tree, Ensemble

Understudy: Jitterbug, Crow

Citadel: One Man, Two Guvnors.

Other Theatre: Murder on the Orient Express (RMTC); Grease, Rock of Ages, Mamma Mia!, Sister Act, All Shook Up (Mayfield); The Last Christmas Turkey (Theatre Orangeville); Anne of Green Gables: The Musical (Theatre CalgaryBetty Nomination).

Film & TV: Umbrella Academy (Netflix), The Hot Zone: Anthrax (National Geographic/Disney), Workin’ Moms (CBC).

Other: Jill would like to thank her supportive friends and family, Jess and the 10 Talent team, and her awesome husband Brandon. Thank YOU for supporting live theatre!

ALEXANDER ARIATE I Zeke/Cowardly Lion

Citadel: Death of a Salesman, A Christmas Carol, Heist, The Play That Goes Wrong, The Three Musketeers, The Importance of Being Earnest, Clue, Peter Pan Goes Wrong.

Other Theatre: Horseplay (Workshop West); Might As Well Be Dead, Murder on the Orient Express, HEIST (Vertigo Theatre); The Odd Couple, Listen Listen (Teatro La Quindicina).

Other: Alex would like to thank his friends, family and Andrea for their constant love and support!

MHAIRI BERG I Ensemble

Understudy: Tree, Nikko

Citadel: Bear Grease: Shack Up For The Winter, Disney’s Frozen, Bear Grease. Other Theatre: Morningside Road (Shadow Theatre); As You Like It (Freewill Shakespeare Festival); Bright Lights (Blarney Productions); Die Harsh (Grindstone Theatre); Mr. Burns: A post-electric play (You Are Here Theatre/Blarney Productions); Romeo and Juliet’s Notebook, The Matrixx, Gatsby’s Cabaret, Alison Wunderland (Spotlight Cabaret).

Other: Love to her family!

NADIEN CHU I Aunt Em/Glinda

Citadel: Death of a Salesman, Vinyl Cafe: The Musical, Little Women, The Three Musketeers, Pride and Prejudice, Network, Jane Eyre, The Garneau Block, August: Osage County, Alice Through the Looking Glass, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Tempest, The Penelopiad.

Other Theatre: As You Like It (Theatre Calgary, The Grand); The Tempest, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night, Titus Andronicus, A Winter’s Tale (Freewill Shakespeare Festival).

Other: Gratitude and huge thanks to Thom Allison, KS, LC, FC and Jempa.

BRAYDON DOWLER-COLTMAN

I Barrister, Crow, Winkie General, Ensemble, Fight Captain

Understudy: Hickory/Tinman

Citadel: Death of a Salesman, Life of Pi, A Christmas Carol, The Three Musketeers, Little Shop of Horrors, Pride & Prejudice, Network, Jane Eyre, The Tempest.

Other Theatre: As You Like It (Freewill); The Three Musketeers, Little Shop of Horrors (Arts Club); Life of Pi, Network (RMTC); Burning Bluebeard (Edmonton Actor’s Theatre); Bright Lights (Blarney Productions); Fortune Falls (Catalyst Theatre).

Film & TV: The Irrational (NBC), Abracadavers (Numera Films).

Other: Much love to Maddy & Ellie.

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JESSE DRWIEGA I Jitterbug, Crow, Ensemble, Dance Captain

Understudy: Hunk/Scarecrow

Citadel: The Sound of Music.

Other Theatre: Selected: Frozen (Rainbow Stage); Man of No Importance (Storybook Theatre); The Sound of Music (RMTC); You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown (Stage West); Disney Stars on Parade, Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas, Mickey’s Halloween Harvest (Disneyland Paris).

Other: Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Sheridan College alumnus. Recipient of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee for Fine Arts. Much love to my mom and sister. @jdrwiega

TOM EDWARDS I Uncle Henry/Emerald City Guard, Ensemble

Understudy: Professor Chester Marvel/The Wizard of Oz

Citadel: Servant of Two Masters.

Other Theatre: Canadian Top Gun (Jubilations Dinner Theatre); The Effect (EB productions); Noises Off, The Last Resort, Little Shop of Horrors (Mayfield Dinner Theatre); Urinetown (Grindstone Theatre); Drat! The Cat! (Plain Jane Theatre); The Cartoonist (Shadow Theatre).

Film & TV: Soul’s Road, Secret History of the Wild West (APTN).

Other: Tom performs with Die Nasty: The Live Improvised Soap Opera at New Varscona Theatre.

CHARIZ

FAULMINO I Dorothy Gale

Citadel: Disney’s Frozen, Prison Dancer, A Christmas Carol, Almost A Full Moon, Uptown Girls, She Loves You, Summer Roadshows.

Other Theatre: Disney’s Frozen (Grand Theatre); Bring It On (Globe Theatre); The Tempest, Romeo & Juliet, Twelfth Night (Freewill); Grease, Mamma Mia! (Mayfield); Prison Dancer (N.A.C.); Joni Mitchell’s Songs of a Prairie Girl (Wild Side Productions).

Other: Chariz shares gratitude to their loved ones who encourage and uplift them and the special ones who guide her in spirit. Tara doon sa bahaghari! @cheeky.rizz

KRISTIN JOHNSTON I

Mayor of Munchkinland, Tree, Ensemble

Understudy: Miss Almira Gulch/The Wicked Witch of the West

Citadel: Vinyl Cafe: The Musical, A Christmas Carol, 9 to 5: The Musical, Sense and Sensibility.

Other Theatre: The Odd Couple, Pith, Deathtrap (Teatro Live!); Dance Nation (SkirtsAfire); MOB (WWPT); Helen (Trunk Theatre); Enough, We Had A Girl Before You, Baroness Bianka’s Bloodsongs, Origin of the Species (Northern Light Theatre).

Other: Kristin is thrilled to return to Oz after first playing a munchkin in her hometown of Stettler over 35 years ago. Next Up: Come From Away (Arts Club/Citadel).

CORBEN KUSHNERYK I Ensemble

Understudy: Zeke/Cowardly Lion, Uncle Henry/Emerald City Guard, Crow Citadel: Clue, Matilda, Mamma Mia!

Other Theatre: Deathtrap (Teatro Live!); Matilda (RMTC/Arts Club); All Shook Up, Jesus Christ Superstar, 9 to 5 (Mayfield); The Bully Project (Concrete Theatre/ Persephone Theatre).

Film & TV: Home Again, Condolences, until the next breath.

Other: Corben is a proud Métis artist of the Queer and neurodivergent experience. He is the founding producer and director of the multiple award-winning Edmontonbased indie company: Impossible Mongoose. Follow him online @CorbenKushneryk and corbenkushneryk.com.

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ALISON MACDONALD I Ensemble

Understudy: Aunt Em/Glinda, Mayor of Munchkinland, Tree

Citadel: A Christmas Carol, Matilda, It Takes Two, Legends of Carnegie Hall, The Penelopiad.

Other Theatre: A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline (WCT/TIP); She Loves Me, Leading Ladies (TIP); Elf, Marvelous Wonderettes (Chemainus); Sound of Music, Secret Garden (Gateway Theatre); Spelling Bee (The Belfry); SUDS, Company, Les Mis (Arts Club).

Other: Alison is wickedly happy to be part of this production and thinks ya’ll are Oz-some for supporting live theatre!

ABBY MCDOUGALL I Tree, Nikko, Ensemble

Understudy: Dorothy Gale

Citadel: Debut.

Other Theatre: Into the Woods, A Christmas Carol (Carter-Ryan Productions); Robot Girls (Shadow Theatre); The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Grindstone Theatre); The Merry Wives of Windsor (Theatre Calgary).

Film & TV: People and Stuff, Soul’s Road.

Other: Elated for my Citadel debut! Grateful for support from my mom and dad, and my incredible partner, Ben. (Special thank you to Jayce, my robot girl - for the extra push I needed to get in that room). @abby_mcdougall

HAL WESLEY ROGERS I Hickory/Tin Man

Citadel: Hadestown, Jersey Boys.

Other Theatre: Sister Act (Stage West); Footloose (Chemainus); Die Harsh: A Christmas Musical (Grindstone); Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Dreamgirls (Arts Club); Jesus Christ Superstar, Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story (Western Canada); Mamma Mia!, Hairspray, Hair (Mayfield); The Rocky Horror Show (Magnus); The Music Man (Thousand Islands).

Film & TV: Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madame C.J. Walker (Netflix).

Other: Thanks to the Blaneys for the audition space! @hal.wesley

LUC TELLIER I Hunk/Scarecrow

Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical (Puck), Almost A Full Moon, Candidate/Party, Shakespeare In Love, Arcadia; Assistant Director: Vinyl Cafe. Other Theatre: Shakespeare’s R+J (Kill Your Television); Cleave (Tiny Bear Jaws); Candide (Edmonton Opera); Director: Bright Lights, Legoland, Never Swim Alone (Blarney).

Other: Luc is a Queer artist from Jackfish Lake, AB and the Citadel’s Director of Education & Outreach. Recipient: Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal, Sterling Award (Songs My Mother Never Sung Me, Concrete Theatre). Love, as always, to Mom and Dad. @luctellier__

JOHN ULLYATT I Professor Chester Marvel/The Wizard of Oz, Ensemble

Citadel: Death of a Salesman (2026 and 2011), Legally Blonde, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, A Christmas Carol, Cabaret, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Long Days Journey Into Night, The Pillowman, Doubt.

Other Theatre: Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes (Theatre Network); ShipShow! (Edmonton Fringe); Best Brothers (Belfry Theatre); The 39 Steps (Vertigo, Stage West).

Other: John is a notable street performer: The Human Fountain and 21st Century Gargoyles. He makes Edmonton home with his wife, Annie, two dogs and two cats.

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NADINE

WHITEMAN I Miss Almira Gulch/The Wicked Witch of the West Citadel: Debut.

Other Theatre: Mamma Mia! (Broadway, Las Vegas, National Tour, and North American Premiere); Hairspray (Motormouth Maybelle) Rainbow Stage: The Drowsy Chaperone (MTC and Theatre Calgary); Smokey Joe’s Café (Stage West); Elf: The Musical (Western Canada Theatre); All Shook Up (Stage West).

TV & Film: The Handmaid’s Tale, Designated Survivor, Accused, Brilliant Minds, Skymed, Take Note, Savvy Sheldon Feels Good As Hell.

Other: Nadine is so excited to finally be performing at the Citadel! Instagram: @nadinerwhiteman

KOKO I Toto

Citadel: Vinyl Cafe: The Musical, Legally Blonde, The Garneau Block.

Other: Koko is a long coat chihuahua who loves dog sports and competes at an advanced level of agility. He’s a bit of a class clown and gets super excited for the ear rubs after his performances. He was the understudy for The Garneau Block (2021), played Bruiser in Legally Blonde (2025) and Tissue in Vinyl Cafe: The Musical. During his off time, Koko likes to hang out by the fence and wait for dogs that he can ignore.

SCOOBY I Toto

Citadel: The Garneau Block.

Other: Scooby is a Yorkshire Terrier whose gentle soul has made him an incredible pet therapy dog. Scooby volunteers at Ronald McDonald House, but he can also be found at the Edmonton International Airport during the hectic holiday season and at various stress busters throughout the city. During his off time, Scooby loves to sunbathe, sleep by the fireplace, or nap on laps.

MEGAN ALDANA I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition, Disney’s Frozen Jr. (Foote Theatre School Teen Performance Lab).

Other Theatre: Shrek The Musical (Nuova Vocal Arts); The Nutcracker (Alberta Ballet).

Other: Megan is so excited to be a part of this amazing show, She is also extremely grateful for her dance studio (Dance Theme Academy), and her mom. She hopes you enjoy the show! To follow her on her journey, check out @meganaldana_

BREANNA BENDER I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: A Christmas Carol (2024-2025); The Wizard of Oz: Femininomenoz Edition, Captain of the Ship (Foote Theatre School).

Other: Breanna is thrilled to be following the yellow brick road into her second production at the Citadel! When she’s not on stage in the Land of Oz, she loves playing games with her family and spending time outdoors - especially during gardening season. Breanna would like to send a big thank-you to her family, friends, and teachers/school staff for helping her believe there’s no place like the stage!

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ELENA CHRAPKO I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition, Disney’s Frozen KIDS (Foote Theatre School).

Other Theatre: Finding Nemo Jr. (Victoria School of the Arts); The Sound of Music, Matilda (Festival Place).

Other: Elena is excited to make her debut at the Citadel in WOZ! Elena would like to thank her vocal teacher, Mhairi Berg. She also thanks her family.

NORA HILL I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: A Christmas Carol (2023-2024); Disney’s Frozen KIDS (Foote Theatre School).

Other Theatre: Miracle on 34th Street (Nuova Vocal Arts); Shrek (Nuova Vocal Arts); Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (ELOPE Musical Theatre). Other: Nora is thrilled to join this talented team on their journey to Oz. Nora loves playing guitar, making new friends, and bringing stories to life. Thank you to her family and friends for their endless love and support and to the Oz team for their kindness and guidance. @nora.jean5

MAKAIAH YZABELLE LAGRAZON I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: Debut.

Film & TV: Joe Pickett (Paramount +), Tooba And The Dinorangos Cartoon (Muslim Kids TV).

Other: Makaiah is excited for her first theatre experience with the Citadel. She has been in a few projects as background and have done voice overs. She is part of the school band and plays the clarinet. She feels very blessed and thankful for her family’s support.

AUBREY MALACAD I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: Disney’s Frozen, A Christmas Carol (2022-2025).

Other Theatre: The Pillowman (Theatre Yes).

TV: Concept Video for Billy, Dilly, and the Magic Attic (No Problem Production). Other: Aubrey is also a ninja warrior and has competed in multiple international competitions! She loves soccer and has been scoring goals since she was 3. She thanks her family for all the support, especially her brother, Parker, for being her biggest inspiration. @aubrey.malacad

JENSEN MEIGHEN I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition, Disney’s Frozen Jr. (Foote Theatre School).

Other Theatre: 101 Dalmatians Kids, Wonka Kids (Found Space Productions); Elf, Seussical Jr., A Year With Frog & Toad, Junie B’s Essential Survival Guide to School (SACT).

Other: Jensen has a black belt in taekwondo and played MacBeth in the Scottish play at École J.E. Lapointe School. He is a student of Talbert Voice Studios. Love to Mom, Amma, Dad and my cat, Henry. @jensenmeighen

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NICOLAS MELO I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: A Christmas Carol (2022-2025); Disney’s Frozen Jr., The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition (Foote Theatre School).

Other Theatre: Princess and the Pea (Fringe Theatre Festival); Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief, 15 Minutes of Clown Fame, Catalyst Theatre’s Frankenstein, James and the Giant Peach Jr., Awakening (Victoria School of the Arts).

Other: Nicolas would like to thank his brother, sister, and mom for helping him with the process from auditioning to performing.

COOPER NASH RAJOTTE I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: Vinyl Cafe: The Musical, The Sound of Music; The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition, Disney’s Frozen Jr. (Foote Theatre School Teen Performance Lab).

Other Theatre: Alice in Wonderland, Beauty & the Beast, Elf the Musical, Seussical Jr. (SACT).

Film & TV: Billy the Kid (Epix/Paramount). Voiceover: Tobot (Tooniverse).

Other: Cooper has received provincial recognition for his vocal talent and aspires to perform on Broadway one day. Thank you to my Mom and Dad for their neverending support. @coop_nash

AVERY ROGERS I Youth Ensemble

Citadel: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” with “The Wizard of Oz: Femininomenoz Edition (Foote Theatre School).

Other Theatre: Annie (St. Albert Children’s Theatre); Alice in Wonderland Jr. (Victoria School of the Arts).

Other: Avery is excited to be making her Citadel debut. When she’s not on stage, Avery enjoys crocheting and skiing. Avery would like to thank her family, her dog Jasper, and her friends and teachers for making her journey to the stage possible. She wishes you a good show.

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THOM ALLISON I Director

Citadel: The Party, The Candidate, The Drowsy Chaperone.

Other Theatre: Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (Broadway); Miss Saigon, The Who’s Tommy (Mirvish); Ragtime (Shaw Festival). Directing: Rent, La Cage aux Folles (Stratford Festival); Million Dollar Quartet (Theatre Calgary); Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, Mary Poppins (Young People’s Theatre).

Film & TV: Canada’s Drag Race, Slasher: Ripper, Coroner, Hudson and Rex, Killjoys, Murdoch Mysteries, Kim’s Convenience.

Other: Dedicated to Milton, Mary and Brad Allison who taught me to live “over the rainbow”. www.thomallison.com

STEVEN GREENFIELD I Music Director

Citadel: A Christmas Carol, Little Women, Frozen, Jersey Boys, Clue, Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Ring of Fire, Once.

Other Theatre: Billy Bishop Goes to War (Edmonton Rep); I’ll Be Here (Edmonton Fringe/Broken Toys); Ellie’s Coffeehouse featuring Lea Salonga (BetterSleep); Newsies (Ross Shep); After Mourning - Before Van Gogh (Shadow).

Other: Steven is an Edmonton-based actor, music director, and theatre educator (FTS, Artstrek, CapU, Studio 58, MacEwan). Thanks to J and E. Upcoming: Legally Blonde (Ross Shep); Come From Away (Theatre Calgary). stevengreenfield.ca

JULIO FUENTES I Choreographer

Citadel: Mamma Mia!, Matilda, Prison Dancer.

Other Theatre: Performing: Matilda (RMTC); In The Heights, Beauty & The Beast (Arts Club); The Little Prince (Theatre Calgary); The Little Mermaid (Align Entertainment). Choreography: Tao Of The World (Stratford, upcoming); Prison Dancer (NAC); Bring It On (Globe Theatre); Grease (Mayfield); Heathers (Theatre Sheridan); Smokey Mountain, Christmas Carol (Arts Club).

Film & TV: Schmigadoon! (season 1 and 2, AppleTV), Sonic The Hedgehog 2 (assistant choreographer, Paramount).

Other: All my love to Adam. Follow @juliofuentes on Instagram.

BRANDON KLEIMAN I Set Designer

Citadel: Debut.

Other: Brandon is a set and costume designer based in Hamilton. He has designed at The Stratford Festival, Drayton Entertainment, Mirvish Productions, Theatre Aquarius, Young Peoples Theatre, Thousand Islands Playhouse, The Grand Theatre, Musical Stage Co., Canadian Stage Co., The Globe Theatre, Neptune Theatre, The Charlottetown Festival and more. Winner of 2 Dora Awards and multiple nominations. Brandon won a Merritt Award for his work bringing Viola Desmond to life in the world premiere of Controlled Damage in Halifax. brandonkleimandesign.com

DEANNA FINNMAN I Costume Designer

Citadel: Little Women, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, Pride and Prejudice (Sterling Award for Outstanding Costume Design).

Other Theatre: Li Keur Riel’s Heart of the North and La Cenerentola (Manitoba Opera); La Bohème, Rigoletto, Così fan tutte, Count Ory (Edmonton Opera); Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, Sleeping Beauty, Pinocchio (Alberta Musical Theatre); Sunday in the Park with George (MacEwan University); The Magic Flute (Calgary Opera).

Other: Deanna has designed costumes for over 150 professional productions including dance, theatre, and opera.

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PATRICK BEAGAN I Lighting Designer

Citadel: The Importance of Being Earnest, Clue, The Fiancée, Mary’s Wedding: a Métis Love Story, A Brimful of Asha.

Other Theatre: Pinocchio (Alberta Musical Theatre Co); The Two Battles of Francis Pegahmagabow (Shadow Theatre); Songs My Mother Never Sung Me (Concrete Theatre); Honour Beat (Theatre Calgary).

Other: Patrick (he/him) is a proud halfbreed of Nlaka’pamux and Irish Canadian descent. By day, he is General Manager of Concrete Theatre.

MICHAEL LAIRD I Sound Designer

Citadel: West Side Story, Avenue Q, Romeo & Juliet, Spamalot!.

Other Theatre: Piaf/Dietrich (Mirvish Productions); Next to Normal, Fun Home, Onegin, Once On This Island (Musical Stage Company); John (The Company Theatre); Seussical, Annie, Cinderella, A Year with Frog and Toad (YPT); Joni Mitchell: River (The Grand Theatre); Great Expectations, Barber of Seville (Soulpepper); Evil Dead: The Musical, Cannibal! The Musical (Starvox); A Beautiful View (da da kamera).

LAURA

WARREN I Video & Projection Designer

Citadel: Debut.

Other Theatre: CHILD-ish (Tarragon); The Master Plan, #34 (Globe Theatre); Shedding a Skin, Grace, Unholy (Nightwood); Fat Ham, Is God Is (Canadian Stage); Qalb: A Journey of the Ego (1S1 Theatre); Aportia Chryptych (COC); seven methods of killing kylie jenner (Obsidian); Shaniqua in Abstraction (Crow’s/paul watson productions); Zahhak (CCSD/Tirgan); The Queen in Me (COC, Nightwood, Amplified Opera, Theatre Gargantua); No Save Points (Outside the March).

MORGAN YAMADA I Fight Director

Citadel: Fight & Intimacy Director: Death of A Salesman, Little Women, A Streetcar Named Desire Fight & Movement Director: The Play That Goes Wrong (Grand Theatre, RMTC, Theatre Calgary). Actor: Death of A Salesman, The Three Musketeers, Pride and Prejudice.

Other Theatre: Glory (Chemainus/National Tour/Original Cast - WCT, et al.); GIANT (Ghost River Theatre) - Actor.

Other: Morgan an Artistic Producer at Azimuth Theatre, check out her work at morganyamada.com. Love to Mac & Ash!

CYNTHIA JIMENEZ-HICKS I Assistant Director

Citadel: Choreography Team: Little Women, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Ballad of Johnny & June. Actor: Christmas Carol, The Candidate, The Party.

Other Theatre: Narnia (Asst. Director, Bad Hats / Soulpepper); Cursed Child (Broadway / San Francisco); Wendy and Peter Pan, Cymbeline (Stratford); This London Life (Grand); Girls Like That (Tarragon); Boys Girls…Mythological Creatures (Carousel).

Film & TV: Rubble & Crew, From, Law & Order Toronto, Murdoch Mysteries, Barbelle, Hudson & Rex, In the Dark.

Other: Immense gratitude to Cameron, Freddie, and Lola. cynthiajimenezhicks.com

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SARAH DOWLING I Assistant Choreographer

Citadel: Debut.

Other Theatre: Choreographer: The Rocky Horror Show (Grindstone); Private Lives, Everybody Goes To Mitzi’s (Teatro); The Greatest Show Girl, and others (Spotlight). Director: Die Harsh (Grindstone); Morningside Road (asst.dir. - Shadow); Assassins (Uniform); Charade (TFTP). Actor: Bring It On (Globe); The Full Monty, Grease, First Date (Mayfield); Jason Kenney’s Hot Boy Summer (Grindstone).

Other: Thank you Julio for your mentorship. My love to Evan & Winnie, the ones behind the curtain giving me love, knowledge, courage, and home. @_ sarahdowling

CHRISTINA NGUYEN I Assistant Music Director

Citadel: Actor: Death of a Salesman, Little Women, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, A Christmas Carol, The Sound of Music, Jersey Boys, Clue, Jane Eyre, Going Solo.

Other Theatre: Civil Blood: A Treaty Story (Thou Art Here Theatre); Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night, Much Ado About Nothing, Winter’s Tale (Freewill Shakespeare); Alina, Michael Mysterious (Pyretic Productions); Here There Be Night (WWPT).

Other: University of Alberta BFA Acting Alumni. Upcoming: Everyone is Doing Fine (WWPT). Much love to C & S.

ANDREA HANDAL RIVERA I Stage Manager

Citadel: Legally Blonde, A Christmas Carol, Peter Pan Goes Wrong, The Garneau Block. Other Theatre: Legally Blonde (Theatre Calgary); Stars on Her Shoulders (WWPT); The Hooves Belonged to the Deer (In Arms); The Spinsters (Small Matters Productions); I Don’t Even Miss You (Tiny Bear Jaws); Boy Trouble (Amoris Projects); Ecos, El Funeral (Diaspora Diaries Collective).

Other: Andrea is a Salvadoran stage manager in Treaty 6. Much love to their family, friends and Alex. Endless thanks to Lore, Nyssa and Jess.

LORE GREEN I Assistant Stage Manager

Citadel: Frozen, A Christmas Carol, West Side Story, Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Sense & Sensibility, Hadestown, Silver Arrow, Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Clue, Jersey Boys, Rubaboo, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Play That Goes Wrong

Other Theatre: The Wars, Mamma Mia!, Titanic, The Play That Goes Wrong, Frozen (Grand Theatre); First Métis Man of Odesa (Punctuate! Theatre).

Other: For Julien Arnold; wobbly pops!

NYSSA BEAIRSTO I Assistant Stage Manager

Citadel: Big Stuff, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, The Mountaintop, Little Shop of Horrors, Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, Matilda, A Christmas Carol, Shakespeare in Love.

Other Theatre: Bravi (Edmonton Opera); Nevermore, The Invisible (Catalyst); Dead Letters, Unsung, Here There be Night (WWPT); Mermaid Legs (SkirtsAfire); The Wrong People Have Money, The Mountaintop (Shadow Theatre); Two-headed/ Half-hearted (NLT).

Other: Thank you to all loved ones that continue to supply snacks and accept my avoidance of sunlight.

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JESSICA

HAIGHT I Apprentice Stage Manager

Citadel: Vinyl Cafe: The Musical, Little Women, Disney’s Frozen.

Other Theatre: Tough Guy (Persistent Myth Productions); Headhole (Pack of Magpies/FoundFest); The Tempest, Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night (Freewill Shakespeare Festival); Orlando, Wildfire, Rough Magic, She Kills Monsters (Studio Theatre); A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (NUOVA Vocal Arts).

Other: Originally from Nipawin, Saskatchewan, Jess holds a BFA in Stage Management from the University of Alberta. Thank you to my friends and family for all of their support and all my love to Ethan. Dedicated to my Grandpa Gary.

ADAM BLOCKA I Children’s Supervisor

Citadel: Child Supervisor: A Christmas Carol, Matilda, Almost a Full Moon, Sound of Music, Disney’s Frozen. Performer: West Side Story, Oliver!

Other Theatre: The Super Groovy 70’s (Mayfield Dinner Theatre); Boy Groove (Azimuth Theatre/Ribbit Productions); Are We There Yet?, The Bully Project (Concrete Theatre).

Other: As a child, Adam thought for sure he would end up being a choreographer like his mother. That plan changed pretty quickly but still he remains a mama’s boy. Adam joined the Citadel during the 2000/01 season.

AUSTIN KENNEDY I Children’s Supervisor

Citadel: The Sound of Music, A Christmas Carol.

Other Theatre: Bedtime Stories, Alice in Wonderland Jr. (Pumpjack Players); Yellowhead Regional One-Acts (Alberta Drama Festival Association).

Other: Austin is originally from Fox Creek and is a graduate of Northern Lakes College’s Early Learning and Childcare Certificate.

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THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS IN THE CREATION OF THEATRE AT THE CITADEL:

THE HOLE FAMILY • THE ELDON AND ANNE FOOTE FUND

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THE JOSEPH H. SHOCTOR FUND

DR. JOSEPH H. SHOCTOR, 1922-2001

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER AND FOUNDER OF THE CITADEL THEATRE

JOE’S VISION brought professional theatre to Edmonton

JOE’S DREAM built the Citadel Theatre

HENRY HOLE, 1884-1954

JOE’S SPIRIT continues to inspire the theatre we create today

JOE’S LEGACY lives on through a generous gift to the Citadel from his estate

On the Citadel’s 30th Anniversary, a gift was made by the Company of Harry Hole, James F. Hole, Ralph K. Hole and Robert W. Hole on behalf of the Hole family — in honour of their late father, Henry Hole. The Citadel Theatre is proud to honour Henry Hole’s integrity, compassion and leadership in the dedication of this complex to his memory.

RECOGNIZING OUR PARTNERS

Accessible Performances

As we celebrate our 60 th Anniversary Season, we are proud to present a special feature in each program highlighting the rich history, unforgettable moments, and remarkable people who have shaped The Citadel Theatre.

DEFYING GRAVITY: THE MAGIC OF STAGE FLIGHT

As we celebrate our 60 th Anniversary Season, it feels especially fitting to look upward, quite literally. One of theatre’s most enduring feats is the illusion of flight: the moment when an actor lifts from the stage and glides through the air, inviting audiences to believe, if only for a moment, that gravity has loosened its grip. In The Wizard of Oz, that magic returns to the Shoctor Theatre as witches soar, monkeys take flight, and a wizard rises skyward, transforming a beloved story into a living dream. What makes these moments so powerful is not just the visual thrill, but the trust between artists, technicians, and the audience. It is an unspoken agreement to believe in the impossible together.

ENGINEERING THE IMPOSSIBLE AT THE SHOCTOR THEATRE

Behind every graceful aerial moment is a remarkable feat of engineering. The Shoctor Theatre is equipped with a sophisticated counterweight fly system, a carefully balanced arrangement of battens, arbors, and weights. Whatever weight is placed onstage, whether scenery or a flying actor, must be precisely counterbalanced, allowing fly operators to move substantial weights smoothly and safely. While some theatres rely on fully automated systems, the Shoctor’s manual system thrives on teamwork, strength, and coordination. Multiple operators work together to control vertical and horizontal movement, coordinating closely with aerial choreography and musical cues. This flexibility is a testament to the versatility and precision of the system. It is a dance of its own, performed high above the stage and largely out of sight.

FROM HARNESS TO HORIZON

Actor safety is at the heart of every flying sequence. Specialized harnesses, ranging from waist supports to full-body designs, are worn discreetly beneath costumes, with secure access points at the hips or back. Extensive rehearsal allows performers to move naturally while suspended, building strength, confidence, and grace. It is a blend of art and technology that makes audiences forget the mechanics entirely and simply marvel.

With generous support from The City of Edmonton’s Downtown Vibrancy Fund, we have been able to share the stories behind the stories throughout our 60 th Anniversary Season. This investment in how we connect with audiences has helped illuminate the artistry, innovation, and collaboration that define productions like The Wizard of Oz. As we look ahead, we invite you to join us for our newly announced 2026/27 Season, where bold storytelling and theatrical magic will continue to take flight in the Shoctor Theatre.

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

THANK YOU! WE EXTEND OUR HEARTFELT THANKS to all our donors, whose generosity plays a crucial role in ensuring our community has the opportunity to experience performing arts. Our donors have a profound and lasting impact on the quality, accessibility, and relevance of the Citadel’s productions, facility, and educational offerings.

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STAFF LEADERSHIP

Daryl Cloran

Artistic Director

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ARTISTIC

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Trinity Locke Administrative Coordinator

MARKETING AND SALES

Amelia Sigamony Director of Marketing & Sales

Kris Hiemstra

Senior Graphic Designer

Susanne Chmait Media & Communications Manager

Yvonne Nguyen

Social Media & Marketing Outreach Coordinator

Rebecca Harding

Digital Web Designer

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Benjamin Oostenbrink Director of Community Engagement

Chantelle Behrens Philanthropic Giving Manager

Alana Davis

Corporate Partnerships Manager

Alexander Voutchkov Community Engagement Coordinator

GUEST SERVICES

Eden Edwards Guest Services Manager

Brittany Hinse

Assistant Guest Services Manager

Kevin Cambridge Group Sales Coordinator

SUPERVISORS

Colin Bluekens

Robyn Clark

Kylie Dobransky

Alex Reyes

REPRESENTATIVES

Garin Alfaro

Sam Free

Josephine Hendrick

Sean Herbert

Ash Hicks

Moses Kouyaté

Melanie Letourneau

Abby McDougall

Kit Rempel

Emily Thorne

Brijesh Nagarathinam

Katie Yoner

HOSPITALITY

Hayden Weir Director of Hospitality

Melissa Budinski

Front of House

Manager

Courtney Hetherington

Bar Manager

Sam Kennedy

Events Manager

Bri Dakin-Doyle

Events Coordinator

Susan Urlacher

Events Coordinator

FRONT OF HOUSE SUPERVISORS

Rowan Andruik

Adriana Burns

Amanda Komarniski

Emily Lizotte

Rose Miller

Kate Walker

CAPTAINS

Anneliese Jansen-Kris

Payal Jotania

Elyse Roszell

Jessica Ussher

Vanessa Wilson

BARTENDERS

Melanie Blake

Kenzie Brake

Colton Cameron

Matt Herbut

Raph Jahnert

Christian Krushel

Bailey Mitchell

Graham Mothersill

Priya Narine

Macy Pollock

Madison Pysyk

Kamryn Reynolds

Kera Stevenson

Kayla Turnbull

Mason Verge

Madison Wagner

Faith Whitehouse

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THE CITADEL TEAM

FOOTE THEATRE SCHOOL

PROGRAM ASSISTANTS

Ben Healey

Emily Thorne

INSTRUCTORS

Courtney Arsenault

Billy Brown

Cathy Derkach

Andraya Diogo

Steven Greenfield

Crystal Hanson

Ainsley Hillyard

Sally Hunt

Binu Kapadia

Sydney Keenan

Josh Languedoc

Rochelle Laplante

Richard Lee

Emily Lizotte

Rain Matkin-Szilagyi

Hannah Mehling

Gordon Ogilvie

Larissa Poho

Jasper Poole

Jaimi Reese

Michelle Robb

Pamela Schmunk

Malachi Short

Linette Smith

Eileen Sproule

Julie Sucie

Nathaniel Tesfaye

Katie Tilbury

Kim Turner

Rory Turner

Miriam Veugelers

Natalie Witte

YOUNG COMPANY

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Mel Bahniuk

YOUNG PRODUCTION COMPANY FACILITATOR

Andraya Diogo

INSTRUCTORS

April Banigan

Cynthia Jimenez-Hicks

Cameron Kneteman

Richard Lee

PRODUCTION

Michael Erwin

Director of Production

Patrick Fraser

Technical Director

Ian Kelly

Technical Director

Michelle Chan

Production Manager

Autumn Russell

Assistant Technical Director

Patsy Tomkins

Assistant Technical Director

Jenna Kerekes

Production Administration

Misha Hlebnicov

Head of Audio/Audio 3

Mitch Labrosse

Assistant Head of Audio

Nicole O’Brien

Audio A2

Tristan Fair

Head of Video

Tiff Martineau

Head of Electrics

Emma Nokes

Assistant Head of Electrics / Followspot

Meghan Wearne

LX Board Op

Kennedy Sembaliuk

Followspot

Kai Yakichuk

Electrics Build

Chris Hayes

Head of Scenic

Carpentry

Peter Locock

Assistant Head of

Scenic Carpentry

Garret DeRede

Scenic Carpenter

Jeff Burwash

Scenic Carpenter

Francisco (Paco)

Montaño

Scenic Carpenter

Christian Zeretzke

Scenic Carpenter

Andrée Simard

Head of

Scenic Paint

Megan Paliwoda

Assistant Head of Scenic Paint

Delaney Willing

Scenic Painter

Sarah Karpyshin

Head of Props

Angie Sotiropoulos

Assistant Head of Props

Connor MacDonald

Props Builder

Alexis De Villa

Props Builder

Gaylynne Fell

Props Builder

Marc Anderson

Head of Stage Carpentry

Serge Menard

Assistant Head of

Stage Carpentry

Alana Rice

Stage Carpenter

Alison Hardy

Stage Carpenter

Alex Ward

Stage Carpenter

Olivia Derksen

Head of Wardrobe

Running

Janessa Barron

Assistant Head of Wardrobe Running

Laura Koyata

Wardrobe Dresser

Mandy Mattson

Wardrobe Maintenance

Patsy Thomas

Head of Wardrobe

Laura Lee Osborne

Assistant Head

Wardrobe / Milliner

Judith Darough

Wardrobe Cutter

Julie Davie

Wardrobe Cutter

Victoria Klipperstein

Wardrobe Cutter

Emily Woodman

Wardrobe Cutter

Berenice Beau

Junior Cutter

Brian Bast

Wardrobe

Barb Becker Fabricator

Isabel Bloor Milliner

Jessica Oostergo

Milliner

Jaylene Wiebe

Milliner

Christy Greenwood

Stitcher

Brenda Inglis

Stitcher

Joanna Johnston

Stitcher

Lindsey Kapitzke

Stitcher

Hongning Ke

Stitcher

Kelsey McCammon

Stitcher

Viola Peters

Stitcher

Katie Patton

Head of Wigs

Stephanie Ryder

Assistant Head of Wigs

Gaylynne Fell

Wigs Running

Marissa Bova

Wigs Running

Erika Marcotte

Wigs Maintenance

FACILITIES

Bill Daniels

Facilities Director

Yang Yang Maintenance Manager

JANITORIAL

Bee Clean Services

SECURITY

Alberta Crowd Management

ACCESSIBILITY AT THE CITADEL

The Citadel Theatre is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for artists, audience members, and staff. Thank you to the Stollery Charitable Foundation for funding our 2025/26 Accessible Performances Series including:

Relaxed Experiences

Sensory Informed Performances

American Sign Language and Deaf Theatre Interpreted Performances

Open Captioned Performances

Closed Captioned Performances

Touch Tours

Audio Described Performances

*Please note that while we do not plan to change any services or performance dates listed below, occasionally unexpected circumstances may arise. To ensure you have the most accurate and up-to-date information, we encourage you to check www.citadeltheatre.com

Saturday, April 4, 2026, 1:30pm The Wizard of Oz

Saturday, April 11, 2026, 1:30pm The Wizard of Oz

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1:30pm Casey and Diana

Sunday, May 17, 2026, 1:30pm Cyrano de Bergerac

Saturday, May 23, 2026, 1:30pm Cyrano de Bergerac

We wish to ensure all patrons have a safe and welcoming visit to the Citadel Theatre. If you have any questions about the building, potential barriers, or how we can help meet your individual needs, please contact our Access Coordinator, Jenna Greig, jgreig@citadeltheatre.com or refer to our Accessibility page on our website: www.citadeltheatre.com/accessibility/

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