






March 4 - 6, 2022
Friday & Saturday 7pm
Sunday 3pm
Underwood Theatre




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March 4 - 6, 2022
Friday & Saturday 7pm
Sunday 3pm
Underwood Theatre





PRODUCER LEVEL

Joanie and David Andrews / David
Donae and Rob Chramosta / Bella

Catherine and David Crabtree / Andrew and Brooke
Yasmine Gibellini / Lulu
Julie and Robin Goytia / Isabella and Harrison
Julie Kinzelman and Christopher Tribble / Calder and Amelia
Nicole and George Postolos / Kyriaki
Sherri and Charles Schugart / Taylor
Kim and Jeff Van Gundy / Grayson
DIRECTOR LEVEL
Cynthia and Mark Hazard / Taliana Stoy
Allison Piper / Alyssa Wall
Katheryn and Hugh Ray / John William
Heather and James Reardon / Alexander
PERFORMER LEVEL
Madonna and Brad Bauch / Grace
Kristine and Jeff Bird / Jamison
Jana Grauberger and Samuel Gay / Mathieu
Jennifer and Samuel Hendricks / Kate
Taucha Hogue / Mali
Laura Banfield and Daniel Kirkpatrick / Corey
Sonia and Amit Lahoti / Chris and Ethan
Angie and Jared Levinthal / Kendall
Elizabeth and Jason Love / Tait
Martha and Richard Perwien / Sophia
Mary Lucille Anderson and Jeff Shore / Lili
www.EHSHouston.org/PerformingArts
Book By
Fred Ebb & Bob Fosse
Music By
John Kander
Lyrics By
Fred Ebb
Based on the play by
Maurine Dallas Watkins
Script adaptation by
David Thompson
Directed By
George Brock
Music Direction By Garmon Ashby
Set & Lighting Design By Paul Revaz
Sound Design By
Peter Hutcheson
Produced By Mariana Alarcon
Choreography By Kristina Burgess
Costume Design By Robin Bowman
Production Stage Manager Paige Naughton
Stage Management
Sophia Berumen, Mathieu Gay & Ava Toubassi
CHICAGO: HIGH SCHOOL EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
Velma Kelly
Fred Casely
Roxie Hart
Amos Hart
Matron Mama Morton
Billy Flynn
Mary Sunshine
Liz
Annie June
Hunyak
Mona Reporter
Kitty Harry
Officer Fogerty
Third Reporter
Judge
Clerk
Juror One
Harrison
MC1
MC2
MC3
MC4
MC5
MC6
MC7
MC8
MC10
MC11
MC12
Ensemble
Abigail Klinkerman
Colin McCormick
Kyriaki Postolos
David Andrews
Lydia Berckley
Connor Smith
Taylor Cross
Meredith Kinzel
Ashlyn Collings
Quinn Morgenroth
Kenna Suttle
Kristin Davis
Charlotte Murry
Taliana Stoy
Evan Ringwald
Tait Love
Calder Tribble
Harrison Goytia
Grayson Van Gundy
Olivia Jameson
Elliott Wang
Mark-Anthony Mey
Lily O’Gorman
Julia Zichy
Taylor Schugart
Corey Kirkpatrick
Bella Marquez
Hannah Smith
Kennah Bent
Eva Misso
Lizzy Weeden
Brooke Crabtree
Nicole Citardi, Carina Garza
Joaquin Hartsfield, Sophie Marshall
Kate Hendricks, Anayla Wilson
PRODUCER
DIRECTOR
MUSIC DIRECTOR
CHOREOGRAPHER
ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER
PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER
STAGE MANAGERS
TECHNICAL DIRECTION/ LIGHTING DESIGN
SCENE DESIGN
SET COSTRUCTION
COSTUME DESIGN
LIGHT BOARD OPERATOR
FOLLOW SPOT OPERATORS
SOUND DESIGN
ASSISTANT AUDIO ENGINEER SET CREW
LEAD DRESSER DRESSERS
GRAPHIC DESIGN/PROGRAM
Mariana Alarcon
George Brock
Garmon Ashby
Kristina Burgess
Karen Pfeifer
Paige Naughton
Sophia Berumen
Mathieu Gay
Ava Toubassi
Paul Revaz
Torsten Lewis, Tessa Twiford, Paul Revaz
Stagecraft Classes, Hayden
Wetmore, Connor Smith, James Neereimer, Theo Brown
Robin Bowman
Cami Gibbons
Marco Montoya
Stella Frank
Peter Hutcheson
Hayes Dodson
Catherine Miller, Theo Brown, William Palmer, Julia Lang
Sophia Espinoza
Lindsey Levan, Cati Stabell, Mia Tribble
George Brock
Reed 1: Doug Wright
Reed 2: Michael Kasinger
Reed 3: Todd Hearn
Trumpet 1: James Williams III
Jack Anderson*
Trumpet 2: George Solis
Trombone 1: Dave Womack
James Neeriemer*
Trombone 2: Bruce Melville
Tuba/Bass: Thomas Helton
Percussion: Joe Beam
Banjo: Frank DeBretti
Keyboard 1: Sarah Spencer
Keyboard 2: Luke Kirkwood
Violin: Zachary Montasser
*Student Musicians
Costume Help
Emma Wang
Kim Van Gundy
Rehearsal Food
Julie Goytia
Vanessa Garza
Nicole Postolos
Kristin Misso
Robyn Davis
Julie Kinzelman
Elizabeth Love
Paula Mey
Jennifer McCormick
Kim Van Gundy
Locker Notes
Milete Klinkerman
Laura Banfield
Jennifer McCormick
Lobby
Milete Klinkerman
Paula Mey
Ushers
Tracy Weeden
Julie Goytia
Allison Miller
Laura Banfield
Cast Party
Host: Taylor Cross and family
Rey Gongora


















David Andrews ‘22 (Amos Hart) is ecstatic to be back onstage. His previous shows at episcopal include Othello (Clown), Fiddler on the Roof (Mendel), The Man Who Came to Dinner (Richard), Twelfth Night (Sebastian), Letters to Sala (Sidney), Beauty & the Beast (Lumiere), Our Town (Mr. Webb), and most recently Eurydice (Father). While sad this is his last show at Episcopal, he can’t wait to see what his future holds. As always, he offers his thanks to his friends and family for their support over the last four years.
Kennah Bent ’25 (MC 8) is a brand new, shiny Knight and this is her first musical at EHS. Kennah is crazy about theatre and the performing arts. She has been a cast member in various musicals through her middle school years and participated in annual outreach programs of the Houston Grand Opera. She is an avid athlete and animal lover whose passion for the performing arts is equaled only by her love for all things nature, and sports (track and field, and a newfound love for volleyball). Her personal mantra is, “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” (Borrowed from Dr. Seuss.)
Lydia Berckley ’23 (Matron Mama Morton) is thrilled to be part of her 10th production at Episcopal High School. She previously performed with Wildfish Theatre Company, Inspiration Stage, and in school productions. Previous EHS performances include: The Man Who Came to Dinner (Ensemble), King Charles III (TV Producer), Tuck Everlasting (Ensemble), Twelfth Night (Valentine), Letters to Sala (Raizel), Beauty and the Beast (Mrs. Potts), Upper West Side Story (Amber), Our Town (Mrs. Gibbs), and most recently Eurydice (Big Stone). \She is incredibly grateful for her family and friends and their constant support.
Nicole Citardi ‘22 (Ensemble) is thrilled to be a part of her fourth production at Episcopal High School. Previous performances include: Fiddler on the Roof (Ensemble), Tuck Everlasting (Ensemble), and Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble). Nicole also enjoys drawing, animating, reading, and playing games with friends. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support.

Kennah
We love you so and so! Break a leg! Mom, Mia and Cocoa.



For our Charlotte, who always makes us smile!
Shine On!
Love, Mom, Dad, Caton and Teagan (Your Biggest Fans)



Ashlyn Collings ’24 (Annie) is thrilled to be in this year’s production of Chicago! Her favorite EHS performances include Our Town (Simon Stimson), 3 Characters Figure It Out (Character 1), and Eurydice (Big Stone). Ashlyn also enjoys walking her dogs and playing soccer.
Brooke Crabtree ’25 (MC 12) is excited to be in Chicago as her third EHS production. She has previously performed in Our Town (Rebecca Gibbs) and Eurydice (Little Stone) in the Episcopal theater program.
Taylor Cross ’22 (Mary Sunshine) is so excited to perform in her last Episcopal High School EHS Onstage performance. Previous EHS performances include: Fiddler on the Roof (Bielke), The Man Who Came to Dinner (June Stanley), Twelfth Night (Ensemble), Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble), and Our Town (Emily Webb), as well as being an assistant director for The Prologue. Taylor is very excited to be with all her friends that she has made through theatre. She will never forget the memories she made in the EHS Theatre Program.

Kristin Davis ’22 (Mona) it thrilled to perform in her 5th EHS Onstage production! Recent performances include Twelfth Night (Feste), Tuck Everlasting (Ensemble), Legally Blonde (Elle), Beauty and the Beast (Silly Girl), and seven dance concerts. She thanks her friends and family for their love and support!



Stella Frank ‘25 (Rehearsal Cast/Crew) is so excited to be participating in the production of Chicago. Stella has a great love of theater. Stella has acted in Our Town and The Prologue while at EHS. She has performed in the JCC/PAC productions of Beauty and the Beast, Joseph, Lion King, Cats, Seussical, The Addams Family, Pippin, Freckle Face Strawberry, Camp Rock, Game of Myths, and was Carmen in FAME. Stella is so grateful to have been given the opportunity to participate in this show. Stella loves working with her fellow actors and stage crew members.
Carina Garza ’25 (Ensemble) is very excited to be participating in her first theatrical a performance at Episcopal High School. She has enjoyed being in the dance program this year and has learned so much in this process of preparing for the show. She has loved Chicago since she was a child and has participated in plays and musicals throughout childhood and performed in the fall dance concert earlier this year. She would like to thank her friends and family!
Harrison Goytia ‘24 (The Judge), This is Harrison’s fifth EHS Onstage Production. Previous EHS Shows include The Prologue, (Hades) Our Town, (Constable Warren), Beauty and The Beast (Beast), Twelfth Night (Antonio). Prior performances with the Tribble School at Queensbury Theatre include: Little Shop of Horrors (Orin Scrivello), Guys and Dolls (Sky Masterson), Beauty and the Beast (Gaston), Into The Woods (Rapunzel’s Prince), Our Town (Simon Stimson), Godspell (Disciple), and Urinetown The Musical (Hot Blades Harry). In his free time, Harrison enjoys making music and spending time with friends. Harrison would like to thank everyone involved in EHS Theatre, his teachers, friends and family for their continued support.

Joaquin Hartsfield ’25 (Ensemble) is excited for his first play with EHS Onstage. In his free time Joaquin likes to read, listen to music, and play the guitar. Joaquin has also previously been on the tech crew for Eurydice. He thanks his family for their support in theatre and hopes to take part in many future EHS productions!

I love watching you perform! I am so proud of you!!


Quinn,
Even in the early days, you were always a natural on stage. We love you and are so proud of you. Good luck this weekend!
Mom, Dad and Reese






Kate Hendricks ‘25 (Ensemble). Chicago is Kate’s first theater production at EHS. In her free time, Kate is involved in competitive dance with Memorial Dance Center. Kate enjoys volunteer work, music and hanging out with friends. Kate would like to thank her family, friends and dance teachers for their continued support. Go Knights!
Olivia Jameson ‘25 (Juror 1) is excited to be preforming in Chicago, her first show at Episcopal. She loves the community and friends she as met over the course of this production and wants to continue doing EHS performances. Olivia has also participated in field hockey. She would like to thank her family for being cooperative with her schedule, and everyone involved in making this show the best it can be.
Meredith Kinzel ’25 (Liz) is ecstatic to be participating in her third theatrical performance at Episcopal High School! Chicago has been one of her favorite shows for a long time, and as a dancer, singer, and actress, it’s the perfect opportunity. She has loved his experience and getting closer to her friends, meeting new people, and learning so much about the craft. She was a Stage Manager in Our Town, was in the Fall Dance Concert, will appear in the Spring Dance Concert, and grew up participated in community theater, such as HITS!
Corey Kirkpatrick ‘24 (MC 5) is so excited to be in this production of Chicago. They have previously been in Twelfth Night, Beauty and the Beast, Our Town, and an ASM for Eurydice. They enjoy listening to music, play the saxophone, and baking in their free time. Corey would love to thank all their friends and family for their support throughout this production.
Abigail Klinkerman ’22 (Velma Kelly) is very excited to perform in her final EHS production! This will mark her 35th show! Favorite credits include Tuck Everlasting(Mae Tuck), Letters to Sala (Ala Gertner), Ruthless! (Judy), Urinetown (Officer Lockstock), Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), Batboy (Meredith Parker), and Seussical (Cat in the Hat). Abigail also enjoys playing the guitar, running track, and being a student trainer.





Tait Love ‘25 (Sergeant Fogarty) is super excited to be in Chicago! In his free time, Tait likes playing tennis, listening to music, and playing video games with his friends. Tait would like to extend a huge thank you to his friends and family for their continued love and support.
Bella Marquez ’23 (MC 6) is very excited to be a part of her tenth production at Episcopal. She has previously performed in over 20 other productions including: Snow White (Sneezy), Anne of Green Gables (Diana), Peter Pan (Wendy), and most recently Our Town (Stage Manager Act 3). She would like to thank everyone who made this production possible and she hopes you enjoy the show.
Colin McCormick ‘22 (Fred Casely) is very excited to be performing once again with EHS onstage. They have played Chaim Kaufman and the Nazi Officer in Letters to Sala, and the Captain in Twelfth Night, and Doc Gibbs in Our Town. They thank their family for their support and hopes to make their last musical a great one!. They also hope that you enjoy the student led one act shows, for which they are directing a show! Enjoy!
Mark-Anthony Mey ‘23 (MC 1) is thrilled to be a part of his fourth EHS Onstage performance. He has especially enjoyed getting to bond with the cast and crew members and dancing his heart out. In past years at Episcopal, Mark-Anthony has been a part of Tuck Everlasting (Miles Tuck), Letters to Sala (Herbert, Guard) and Beauty and the Beast (Monsieur D’Arque, Ensemble). He would like to thank all of his friends and family who helped make this amazing process possible.
Catherine Miller ‘25 (Rehearsal Cast/Crew) is grateful to be a part of Chicago this year! This is her second performance as a freshman at EHS. She has performed in other productions such as 9 to 5 and Frozen Jr. and is hoping to be in many more here at EHS. Catherine would like to thank her family and friends for their support.
Congratulations Joaquin! You rock!
We're very proud of you. -Mom, Dad, Julian and Livvy





Eva Misso ’25 (MC 10) is thrilled to make her EHS stage debut in Chicago. She is in 9th grade and spends her free time playing tennis and improving her photography skills. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Quinn Morgenroth ’25 (June) is thrilled to perform in Chicago. She has previously performed in Our Town (Lady in the Box) and Eurydice (Little Stone). In her free time, she is an EHS cheerleader, singer, and enjoys hanging out with her friends. Quinn would like to thank her family, friends, and her cat, Hope, for their ongoing support.

Charlotte Murry ‘24 (Reporter) is very excited to be in her first production with EHS Onstage! In addition to being part of the dance program, she enjoys spending her free time sewing, watching history documentaries, reading, or antiquing. She wants to give a special thank you to her older sister, Caton, for getting her involved in her first production, as well as guiding her through the process, and most importantly, telling her how to write a bio.

Lily O’Gorman ‘23 (MC 2) is excited to be in her third production with the EHS theater program. Favorite credits include The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Rona Lisa Peretti), Legally Blonde (Margot), The Lion King (Nala), and with EHS, Upper West Side Story (Meredith) and Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble). When she isn’t at school, you can find Lily at the barn riding her hunter jumper horse, Hadron, or writing for the Knight Times. Lily would like to thank her friends and family for their support!
From the moment you first lit up the stage tap dancing and belting "Hey Daddy," we knew you had found your passion! It has been such a joy watching you grow and supporting you on this amazing journey. We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what comes next!! Remember as Velma would say " You can like the life your living, you can live the life you like"










Break a Leg and "All that jazz" as you take your final bow with EHS Onstage! WE LOVE YOU, Mom, Dad, Maddie, and Penny

Congratulations on anther successful EHS musical run…and for having the fan base with the most travel miles!
Mary “Godmother” Peceniak
Chicago
Anne Rodgers
Chicago
Fr. Frank
Alvin
Barbara Webb
Tampa
Mom & Dad
Houston via Chicago
Dr. Joan Gariboldi
Lexington
Suzy Orr
Jacksonville
Kate Mey
Down the Street





Kyriaki Postolos ’25 (Roxie) is ecstatic to be performing in her first musical as a Freshman. Ki started acting professionally at the age of five in A Christmas Carol at the Alley Theatre (Fan Scrooge, Claire Fezziwig, children’s cast). She appeared in Ruthless! (Tina) at Obsidian Theater. At HITS theater and in middle school, she enjoyed the roles of The Lion King (Rafiki), The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe (White Witch), and The Jungle Book (Baloo), Into the Woods (Little Red), Bye Bye Birdie (Rosie), Annie (Tessie), and Willy Wonka (Violet Beauregard). Kyriaki also enjoyed attending the Houston Ballet Academy for nine years.
Evan Ringwald ‘24 (Harry) previously played Howie Newsome in Our Town and Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast. He is excited to be in another musical and enjoys running in his free time.
Taylor Schugart ’22 (MC 4) is very excited to be performing in her senior year at EHS. She has previously participated in Letters to Sala (Blima), King Charles III (Jess), Fiddler On the Roof (Fiddler), and other productions. She has also participated in student directed one acts. Taylor is very excited to be participating in her last musical at EHS.
Connor Smith ’22 (Billy Flynn) has previously performed in Othello (Messenger) and the Student Directed One Act, Upper West Side Story (Stan). When not acting, Connor participates in technical theatre, helping build the stages for all EHS Onstage productions and stage-managing for Letters to Sala and Beauty and the Beast. While Connor is sad that Chicago will be his first and last musical at Episcopal, he is excited to be working with the theatre program at Northwestern University next year.
Hannah Smith ’25 (MC 7) is excited to be in their first musical at EHS after being in a few at their old school, such as The Lion King. They were in Our Town and The Prologue at EHS before Chicago. They enjoy making things and listening to music.





Grandpa Ken Colin,
Your exploits on the stage and on the diamond. Your earnestness, empathy, compassion, hugs. I am immensely proud of you.





Taliana Stoy ’23 (Kitty) thrilled to be in yet another production at Episcopal! Past productions include: The Man Who Came to Dinner (Ensemble), King Charles III (Butler), Tuck Everlasting (Ensemble), Twelfth Night (Ensemble), Letters to Sala (Laya Dina/Glika), Beauty and the Beast, (Ensemble), and Our Town (Stage Manager). She looks forward to performing in future productions with EHS Onstage. She thanks her friends, family, and wonderful cast for love and support!
Kenna Suttle ‘24 (Katalin Hunyak) is excited to be a part of her second EHS Onstage production. Her previous performance experiences at EHS include: Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble), the Spring Dance Concert, and performances for Chorale. Kenna is currently a 10th grader at EHS, and is actively involved in dance and theatre in and outside of school. She would like to thank her directors for the opportunity to be a part of Chicago, and the cast and crew for making the experience even more amazing.
Calder Tribble ’25 (Third Reporter) is very thankful to be a part of Chicago, his first play with EHS Onstage. His previous roles at St. Mark’s Episcopal School include Olaf in Frozen, Micheal in Elf, Pongo in 101 Dalmations, and others for the Tribble School at Queensbury Theater. Calder enjoys volleyball, playing piano, and soccer. He would like to thank his family and friends for all their love and support, and he hopes you enjoy Chicago.
Mia Tribble ‘25 (Rehearsal Cast/Crew) is so excited to be a part of her first musical at EHS. She has had so much fun with the theatre program is so thankful for how welcoming everyone has been.
Grayson Van Gundy ‘23 (Ensemble/Clerk) is so excited to finally be able to perform in Chicago. Other EHS credits include: Eurydice (Loud Stone), Our Town (Professor Willard and Assistant Director), Upper West Side Story (Director), Beauty and the Beast (Baker/Ensemble), and The Man Who Came to Dinner (Harriet Stanley). Grayson is so excited to perform in this amazing show along with incredible cast, directors, choreographers, band, crew, producers and everyone else who made this show possible.





Elliott Wang ‘25 (Harrison) is extremely excited to perform in Chicago. He has previously performed in Our Town. He enjoys music, sports, and movies.
Elizabeth Weeden ’23 ( MC 11) is very excited to preform in Chicago. This is her second production with EHS and she has had a lot of fun preparing for the spring musical. Outside of theatre Elizabeth loves dancing on the POM team and getting boba with her friends. She would also like to thank her family for always being there for her.
Anayla Wilson ’23 (Ensemble) is so excited for the showing of Chicago. This is her fifth EHS performance, as she was previously in Twelfth Night, Beauty and the Beast, Upper West Side Story, and Our Town. When not in the theater, Anayla enjoys playing tennis, trying new foods, and being with her family. She is especially grateful to the entire theater team for everything that they do and for pushing her to become a better actor. She would also like to thank her family for always supporting and never letting her give up on her dreams.
Julia Zichy ’23 (MC 3) is thrilled to perform in her 8th EHS onstage production as MC 3! Past productions include: The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sara), Our Town (Mrs. Webb), Eurydice (Eurydice), Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble), Letters to Sala (Regina), Tuck Everlasting (Tech Crew), King Charles III (Ghost). Julia would like to thank her Mom, Dad, the Reynolds Family, and all of her dear friends.
Sophie Marshall (Ensemble) is excited to be a part of her first EHS Onstage production. She is a freshman at EHS, and has previously performed in Episcopal’s Fall Dance Concert, and will later be preforming in the Spring Dance Concert as well. Outside of school, Sophie is a company member of West U Dance Center. She would like to thank the cast and crew of Chicago and her parents for supporting her.


Sophia Berumen ’25 (Stage Manager) Is excited to be a part of Chicago. Previous EHS performances include: Eurydice (Crew). In her spare time, Sophia likes to compete in speech and debate tournaments, volunteer at the zoo, spend time with her friends and family, and watch Netflix. Sophia is ecstatic to be a part of another EHS production and can’t wait for the next one.
Mathieu Gay ’24 (Stage Manager) is happy to be working his 6th show at EHS and his 5th show working behind the scenes. This is only his second time being a stage manager, but he knows that he’d love to do it more in the future. Mathieu would like to thank his parents for tolerating picking him up so late from school and the cast for making rehearsal so much fun.
Paige Naughton ’23 (Production Stage Manager) is elated to be a part of Chicago. Previous EHS performances include: The Man Who Came to Dinner (Ensemble), King Charles III (Lighting), Tuck Everlasting (Crew), Twelfth Night (ASM), Letters to Sala (Crew), and Beauty and the Beast (ASM), Our Town (ASM). In her free time, Paige enjoys spending time with friends, listening to music, and playing video games with her sisters. Paige is thrilled to be involved in another EHS production and can’t wait for more.
Ava Toubassi ’23 (Stage Manager) has previously participated as Production Stage Manager for Eurydice and tech crew for Tuck Everlasting and Beauty and the Beast. She looks forward to future shows.


“It’s always been about the feathers. Congratulations, Taliana! We love you.”

Coming 2022: Improvisation Shows! When We Fall Apart A Passion Play




Performing Arts Department
Garmon Ashby - Chair
George Brock - Theatre Program Coordinator
Kristina Burgess - Dance Program Coordinator
Grant Gould - Music Program Coordinator
Ken Ballard - Music
Peter Hutcheson - Theatre-A/V
Karen Pfeifer - Dance
Paul Revaz - Theatre
Visual Arts Department
Kate Philbrick - Chair
Lauren Cunningham - Studio Arts Program Coordinator
Japheth Storlie - Media Arts
David Framel - Publications Program Coordinator
Pejman Milani - Media Arts Coordinator
David Trauba - Studio Arts
Sharon Willcutts - Studio Arts
Administration
Jay Berckley - Dean of Arts & Innovation