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THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME - OPENING NIGHT AUGUST 14, 2026 Theatre in the Park OUTDOOR 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee, Ks 66219 A proud program of Johnson County Park & Recreation District Tim Bair, Producing Artistic Director | Guy Gardner, Associate Artistic Director

Music by

Alan Menken

Lyrics by

Book by

Stephen Schwartz

Peter Parnell

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney film Originally developed by Disney Theatrical Productions Orchestrations by

Incidental Music & Vocal Arrangements by

Michael Starobin

Michael Kosarin

Dance Arrangements by

Rob Berman

starring

Martha Allen • Kimberly Arzoian • Rebecca Ballinger Clark • Nik Baumert Micah Beauvais • Ashton Bennett • Pancha Brown • Sara Bryant Cytlahli Calbreath-Valle • Mason Carpenter • Rob Clark • Jacquelyn Cox Jac Davies • Rachael Feeley • Rupal Gupta • Brandon Heflin Liv Hollan • Collin Kessler • Hayden Krapes • Rick Krapes Jenny Kurpil • Cat Larrison • Anna Luttrell • Emily Lynn Brenna McConaughey • Hewleek McKoy • Travis Meier • Natalia Monteiro Tom Nelson • Zach Newkirk • Sydney Nicks • Yianni Perahoritis Maria Rangel • Katy Rempel • Dave Rempel • Matt Shea Benjamin Sissel • Sarah Slightom • Austin Stang • Trevor Thoekle Lynnette Valencia-Rempel • Cody Walls • Denise Weigand • Austin Wilson Scenic Designer

Ali Breckenridge Sound Designer

Brady Rose

Libby Bradley

Production Stage Manager

Show Photographer

Show Videographer

Jenn Ward

Connor Dudzik-Smalley Choreographer

Patrick Graham

Guy Gardner

Sarah Noé

Stephen Holbert

Music Director/Conductor

Associate Artistic Director

Accompanist

John Hollan

April Bishop Cindy Flaspohler

Sarah Bezek Moriah Roberts

Zach Dulny

Hair & Makeup Designer

Co-Prop Designers/Coordinators

Assistant Stage Managers

Lighting Designer

Costume Designer/Coordinator/Wardrobe Supervisor

Ramsey Vance

Production Manager

Sarah Saugier Directed by

Chris McCoy

Technical Director

David Powell

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CAST

Quasimodo.......................................................................................................................Austin Stang Claude Frollo.................................................................................................................. Collin Kessler Esmeralda ........................................................................................................................Sydney Nicks Captain Phoebus de Martin........................................................................................Tom Nelson Clopin............................................................................................................................ Micah Beauvais Jehan/Ensemble ..................................................................................................Yianni Perahoritis St. Aphrodisius/Ensemble ....................................................................................Trevor Thoelke Florika/Ensemble........................................................................................................ Jacquelyn Cox Frederic/Ensemble .................................................................................................... Zach Newkirk Fr. Dupin/Ensemble................................................................................................. Benjamin Sissel Ensemble..............................Martha Allen, Ashton Bennett, Pancha Brown, Sara Bryant, Cytlahli Calbreath-Valle, Jac Davies, Rachael Feeley, Brandon Heflin, Hayden Krapes, Anna Luttrell, Brenna McConaughey, Travis Meier, Hewleek McKoy, Natalia Monteiro, Maria Rangel, Katy Rempel, Lynnette Valencia-Rempel, Matt Shea, Sarah Slightom, Cody Walls Hunchback Choir .................Kimberly Arzoian, Nik Baumert, Rebecca Ballinger Clark, Mason Carpenter, Rob Clark, Rupal Gupta, Liv Hollan, Rick Krapes, Jenny Kurpil, Cat Larrison, Emily Lynn, Dave Rempel, Densie Weigand, Austin Wilson

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.

SCENES Musical Numbers ACT I Olim .....................................................................................................................................Congregation, Choir The Bells of Notre Dame ....................Congregation, Choir, Frollo, Jehan, Florika, Father Dupin Sanctuary............................................................................................................................... Frollo, Quasimodo Out There............................................................................................................................................ Quasimodo Topsy Turvy (Part One) ................................................................ Clopin, Quasimodo, Revelers, Choir Rest & Recreation ................................................ Phoebus, Frollo, Clopin, Revelers, Soldiers, Choir Rhythm of the Tambourine................................ Esmeralda, Phoebus, Frollo, Quasimodo, Clopin Topsy Turvy (Part Two).................................................................. Clopin, Quasimodo, Revelers, Choir Sanctuary II........................................................................................................................... Frollo, Quasimodo The Bells of Notre Dame (Reprise)...................................................... Esmeralda, Parishioners, Choir God Help the Outcasts............................................................................ Esmeralda, Parishioners, Choir Transition to Bell Tower................................................................................................... Statues, Gargoyles Tavern Song (Thai Mol Piyas)...........................................................................Gypsies, Esmeralda, Frollo Heaven’s Light.................................................................................................................................... Quasimodo Hellfire.................................................................................................................................. Frollo, Priests, Choir Esmeralda................................................................................................................................................. Company ACT 2 Entr’acte...................................................................................................................................... Choir, Ensemble Agnus Dei.................................................................................................................................... Choir, Ensemble Flight into Egypt...........................................St. Aphrodisius, Quasimodo, Satues, Gargoyles, Choir Esmeralda (Reprise).........................................................................................................Frollo, Congregation Rest & Recreation (Reprise)......................................................................................Phoebus, Quasimodo The Court of Miracles.............................................................................................................Clopin, Gypsies In a Place of Miracles........................... Phoebus, Esmeralda, Quasimodo, Clopin, Gypsies, Choir The Bells of Notre Dame (Reprise II).......................................................................Congregation, Choir The Assault......................................................................................................................................................Frollo Someday..............................................................................................................................Esmeralda, Phoebus While the City Slumbered...........................................................................................Congregation, Choir Made of Stone..........................................................................................Quasimodo, Statues, Gargoyles Judex Crederis........................................................................................................................... Choir, Ensemble Kyrie Eleison........................................................................................................................................... Company Top of the World (Reprise)................................................................................................. Esmeralda, Choir Esmeralda (Frollo Reprise).................................................Frollo, Jehan, Florika, Congregation, Choir Finale Ultimo........................................................................Quasimodo, Statues, Gargoyles, Company

There will be one 15 minute intermission.

Who’s Who in the Cast Martha Allen (Ensemble) is so thrilled to be back for her second Theatre in the Park show! Martha teaches elementary music in Parkville Missouri where she lives it up with her darling fiance Ryan, and her little cat, Felix. Kimberly Arzoian (Hunchback Choir) is very excited to be back at the park after 10 years! When she is not teaching or performing she directs/music directs shows with GEYTA in Gardner, KS. Enjoy the show! Rebecca Ballinger Clark (Hunchback Choir) is thrilled to bask in the August heat with TIP and her husband Rob for the third summer in a row! Nothing strengthens a marriage like doing a show together! Many thanks to her friends, family, and dog walker Lori, who made this summer possible. Nik Baumert (Hunchback Choir) (he/him) is a graduate of the UCM and is very

excited to be in his first show at TIP! As well as performing in shows around the metro he has the honor of being a member of KCVitas. He dedicates every performance to his girlfriend Emily. Micah Beauvais (Clopin) is thrilled to make his Theatre in the Park debut as Clopin in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Recent credits include Angel in Rent at the White Theatre at The J. Micah is grateful for the support of family, friends, and everyone who continues encouraging his artistic journey. Ashton Bennett (Ensemble) This is Ashtons first TIP show. They are a UCM Theatre/Dance graduate, Theatre Director at Center Stage Academy, and teaching artist with The Coterie! Thank you to all their friends and family for the support, and thank you for supporting local art. Trans lives are human lives! Pancha Brown (Ensemble) is very excited to be in her 7th TIP show. Favorite TIP roles include Nickie, Sweet Charity,

Camila Rosario, In the Heights and Gloria Thorpe. Pancha would like to thank her parents and her wonderful boyfriend, Jake, for their love and support. Sara Bryant (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her debut with TIP in one of her favorite shows! Previous shows include Anastasia (TCH), Something Rotten, and Matilda (GTIP). Sara graduated from MSU in 2023 with a B.S.Ed for Theatre Education, and is now the Theatre Director at De Soto High School. Cytlahli Calbreath-Valle (Ensemble) is super excited for their first show at TIP! They are a Theatre Performance major at KU and was recently in The Laramie Project (Greg Pierroti, others). They wanted to thank their wonderful friends and family for all their support and hope you enjoy the show! Mason Carpenter (Hunchback Choir) I am the theatre director at Overland Christian Schools, and, while I have directed shows for the past few years, I am excited to join the cast in my first TIP show! I would like to thank my family and friends for their encouragement and support! Rob Clark (Hunchback Choir) is so thrilled to be back on the TIP stage with such a talented cast and team performing Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame! He cannot think of a better way to wrap up the summer series than bringing this beautiful music and classic story to life! Enjoy the show! Jacquelyn Cox (Florika/Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing in her first show with TIP. Most recent roles include Dowager Empress (Anastasia) Fanny (Sense and Sensibility) and Mary Bailey (Its a Wonderful Life). She would like to thank her wonderful husband and children for their support and enthusiasm. Jac Davies (Ensemble) is excited for his first show at TIP! Some previous highlights include Beast in Beauty and the Beast at Olathe Northwest Highschool and

Chip Tolentino in Spelling Bee at the University of Chicago! He would like to thank everyone who worked on the show and hopes you enjoy it! Rachael Feeley (Ensemble) is a classically trained vocalist based in KC. Her recent credits include chorus and understudy roles in The Magic Flute and Tartuffe with Landlocked Opera as well as a featured performance at The Black Box where she performed three arias. Rachael is excited to be joining TIP for the first time. Rupal Gupta (Hunchback Choir) is beyond thrilled for her TIP debut! A pediatrician and chorister who relentlessly pursues her dreams, including a return to theatre, she is grateful to her family and friends for their encouragement. Sending love to the “stars” in her own life: Tanuj, Laki, and Rekha. Brandon Heflin (Ensemble) Hi! This is Brandon’s 3rd show out at the park and his second this summer. Previously he has been in Zombie Prom and Shrek at TIP. He is so excited to be apart of this wonderful production. Enjoy! Liv Hollan (Hunchback Choir) is excited to be back at TIP. She was recently in RENT (TWT), but is ready to shift gears and have herself a choir girl summer! Liv sends her love to her family and friends for the eternal support, and hopes you enjoy the show! Cheers! IG: @livid1029 Collin Kessler (Claude Frollo) is excited to be back at TIP. Collin loves playing the good guy - what? I’m not playing the good guy? Who am I playing? THE BAD GUY?!?! Does he get a good song? Ok! Anyway, his other credits include - what do you MEAN I’m out of space?! Hayden Krapes (Ensemble) is thrilled to perform with his second cast at Theatre in the Park! He has recently been in Hello Dolly at TIP in addition to playing Beast in Beauty and the Beast and Gleb in Anastasia. He is a Senior

at KU studying Mechanical engineering, Trombone, and Voice. Rick Krapes (Hunchback Choir) Great to be back at TIP this time with the next generation, my son Hayden. Last time I was in my 20s hand springing across the stage and bottle dancing in Fiddler- now it is his turn. Jenny Kurpil (Hunchback Choir) is making her debut appearance at TIP! When she is not hanging out with her two beautiful, witty and talented daughters, you might find her singing with KCWC. Thanks to Todd and to her Mom and Dad for always being her biggest fans! Cat Larrison (Hunchback Choir) is grateful to be back at TIP for her 13th show! As founder of Larrison Creative, she and her team support nonprofits and small businesses in Kansas City and beyond. Cat choreographs for Theatre at Vis and sings in the Choir at St. Andrews Episcopal Church. Anna Luttrell (Ensemble) is excited to be making her TIP debut this summer! She is going into her senior year at Wichita State University studying Vocal Music and Dance! Most recently, Anna has been singing with jazz bands and rock bands in Wichita, teaching dance, performing! Love to family and friends! @annak_luttrell Emily Lynn (Huncback Choir) is originally from North Manchester, Indiana, where she studied Music and French in college. She moved to Kansas City to study Vocal Performance at the UMKC conservatory. She continues to perform in local operas on top of teaching preschool and voice lessons for all ages. Brenna McConaughey (Ensemble) is FINALLY ON STAGE AT THE PARK! Favorite roles: Helene, SWEET CHARITY (TIP Indoor); Dolores, THE WILD PARTY (OCTA); Mazeppa, GYPSY (FOA Arkansas); Olive, THE ODD COUPLE (White Theatre); Sarah, COMPANY (Barn Players). Brenna is grateful to be here

and appreciates you braving the heat to support the arts. Hewleek McKoy (Ensemble) is excited to be back on the stage as a performer on the TIP stage. Last seen in Bye Bye Birdie and Footloose. Hew has been seen in productions around KC such as The Wiz (MTH) and Frog and Toad (The Coterie). They would like you to enjoy Hunchback. Travis Meier (Ensemble) is thrilled to make his Theatre in the Park debut! He was most recently Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast at Music Guild in Moline, Illinois. Hunchback has been a dream show for him since he saw it with his wife Sarah in Boise, Idaho. Enjoy! Natalia Monteiro (Ensemble) is thrilled to make her Theatre in the Park debut this summer! Recent credits include: The Little Mermaid, Beautiful, Frozen, Grease, Shrek, Rock of Ages, Beauty and the Beast and The Addams Family. Endless thanks to her husband, family in Brazil, and friends for their love and support. Tom Nelson (Captain Phoebus de Martin) is excited to step into the role of Phoebus after recently appearing as Glen Guglia in The Wedding Singer. Other Kansas City credits include Catch Me If You Can, Into the Woods, Anastasia, White Christmas, Something Rotten!, Little Shop of Horrors, Sweeney Todd, and Wizard of Oz. Zach Newkirk (Frederic/Ensemble) is super excited to be back on the park stage for one of his favorite musicals! Last summer, he was a member of the Loverly Quartet in My Fair Lady. He would like to thank his family, girlfriend, and friends for their support! Sydney Nicks (Esmeralda) is so excited to be back at the park for another summer! You may have seen her last season in Catch Me If You Can. She recently graduated from KU and is happy to be spending her summer on

stage with this incredible cast. Enjoy the show! Yianni Perahoritis (Jehan/Ensemble) has performed with many theaters in KC and STL. Some of his favorite productions include Shrek, The Addams Family, Silent Sky, Rock of Ages, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Sweeney Todd. In 2019, Yianni sang backup for Patti LuPone. By day, he is a legal marketer. Opa! IG: yiannip Maria Rangel (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her TIP debut! Prior credits: Chris Thile’s Attention!, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Rona). She has spent the last few years performing with the KC Symphony Chorus. Much love and gratitude to Ryan, mentors, family, and friends for their support. Katy Rempel (Ensemble) is so very excited to be back at the park for a 3rd summer! A rising senior at the University of San Diego and spent a year in the Disney College Program in Florida! Thanks to the Hunchback crew/cast, & her mom and dad for supporting her in everything she does. Instagram: @katy.rempel Dave Rempel (Hunchback Choir) Grateful to be doing a second TIP show with my wife and daughter, after Sister Act (Monsignor) two years ago. My usual gig is cantoring with Lynnette at Church of the Ascension. IRL - Attorney working for the federal court. We are Stronghold 3! Matt Shea (Ensemble) Making his stage debut at the park, Matt is a general music teacher in Kansas City, KS. He would like to thank his family and friends for continuing to support the arts! Benjamin Sissel (Fr. Dupin/Ensemble) is ringing in another season with TIP! From the buzz of his TIP debut, James and the Giant Peach, through the shadows of Sweeney Todd at RCCP, to the revelry of Twelfth Night: The Musical at OCTA, he’s grateful to bring music, imagination, and story to the KC Metro. Sarah Slightom (Ensemble) is absolutely thrilled to be a part of her very first show

with TIP! Her previous credits include The Wedding Singer with MTKC and The Wild Party with OCTA. She would like to thank her friends and family for their support and encouragement and the audience for coming out to see the show! Austin Stang (Quasimodo) Reprising Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame is truly special to me. Eight years after first stepping into his world, I’m grateful for the chance to revisit such a challenging, beautiful role and share his story once again. Thanks to mom, dad, and Ash for your continued support! Trevor Thoelke (St. Aphrodisius/ Ensemble) is honored to return to Theatre in the Park and is grateful to work alongside this talented cast and crew. Offstage, he enjoys filmmaking, music, and developing original creative projects. He would like to thank his family and friends for their constant love, encouragement, and support throughout his journey. Lynnette Valencia-Rempel (Ensemble) is thrilled to be back at TIP and sharing the stage with her daughter Katy for a third season. Performed with Music Theatre Wichita. Thanks to the Hunchback cast and crew! Sending love to Dave who is our biggest supporter and fan. Lynnette is a teacher at Nativity Parish School. Cody Walls (Ensemble) Originally from Arkansas, Cody is a team member at Starlight Theatre and former Executive Artistic Director of Great Plains Theatre. He holds an MA in Arts Administration from Oklahoma City University, a BFA from Ouachita Baptist University, and was named Arkansas Theatre Educator of the Year in 2024. Denise Weigand (Hunchback Choir) This is Denise’s first time performing with Theatre in the Park. In her past musical theatre productions, she has performed the role of Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music, Mother in It’s a Wonderful

Life, Fiddler on the Roof, Jekyll and Hyde, and Once Upon a Mattress. Austin Wilson (Hunchback Choir) is thrilled to be making his theatre debut! Austin currently teaches music at Tomahawk Elem. and hopes his performance encourages his students to try new things. He has previously played in the pits for several shows, and can be heard on the album: Radiance Untethered. Austin would like to thank his family and wife McKenna for their support.

Who’s Who in the Orchestra Julia Davis (Violin II) is thrilled to make her

return to the park for her 10th show! Favorite past shows at the park include Ragtime and Peter Pan. By day, she works as a dialysis social worker. Thank you Ethan for all your love and support! Charlie DeLong (Trumpet II) is a trumpet player born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, who studied Jazz at the University

of Missouri - Kansas City. Charlie primarily lends his talents as a trumpet player to church services, big bands, small jazz groups, and local theater organizations. Laura Gray (Violin II) is a viola/violin/ mandolin player who is excited to return TIP after almost 50 years when she played in high school. She plays in the Mandolin Orchestra of KC, Overland Park Orchestra, and Church of the Resurrection Orchestra at Leawood Church. She has played in the pit orchestra for about the last 10 years for the Leawood Stage Company. Laura Hoesly (Cello) is thrilled to be joining TIP for Hunchback! Laura is a KC-based cellist and private teacher, and especially love playing in musical theatre pits. Laura regularly plays at The White Theatre at the J, TIP, and more. Much love to their family and partner Michael! Kim Ico (Violin I) Veteran of 20 TIP & 113 musical productions, is proud to be Your Trumpeter. Highlights are Trumpeter for 3x Emmy Award Winning Steve & Kathy Show & 2024 Bronze Medal winner at North America Brass Band Association Soloist competition.

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60 yrs, from playing the Kaufmann Center to adjunct instructor at OU and many seasons at TIP, Paul remains young at age 73. Lindsey Lang (Reed II) This is Lindsey’s first musical theater production in 20+ years, she is so thankful to Patrick Graham for giving her a chance to dust off her instruments for this show. Lindsey is a professional singer and church music director in the Kansas City area. Megan Rosbury (Cello) is excited to join the ensemble for her first TIP show. She holds a master of music education degree from University of Kansas and teaches privately in Overland Park. Anne Sneller (Reed II) is a retired hairstylist that lives to play music and do puzzles. She plays in KCWS, ALB, Pinnacle Winds, KC Civic Orchestra, Olathe Orchestra, Lenexa Orchestra, in Orchestra pits and churches. This is her 3rd show at TIP and 7th show in area theatres. Shawn Tunink (Trumpet I) This is Shawn’s 3rd show at TIP. Recent shows include How to Succeed (TIP), Guys and Dolls (Independence),

Cabaret (Blue Springs), Merrily We Roll Along (Barn Players), A Funny Thing Happened (RCCP), Sister Act (TIP), and Curtains (RCCP). Recent stage rolls include Steel Magnolias (Radio DJ), and Sweeney Todd (Ensemble). Deana Wagoner (Keyboard II) is a busy pit musician who can be found playing keyboards and woodwinds in theatres around Kansas City. She is very excited to be in the Pit for one of her favorite shows and hopes you enjoy this haunting story with it’s beautiful music and fabulous cast! Tosh Watanabe (Vioin I) Hunchback is the seventh TIP show for Tosh. Kansas City has so much talent in the musicians, cast, production team, set crew, audio and visual crew. Thank you to all friends and family in the show and in the audience who make these shows possible and wonderful. Enjoy! Jennifer Whyte (Reed 1) is an area band director who thrives on teaching and making music. She enjoys performing in theatre pit orchestras, where creativity and collaboration fuel her passion.

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Who’s Who on the Production Team Sarah Bezek (Asst. Stage Manager) is so

happy to spend another summer at Theatre in the Park! In addition to Stage Management, she enjoys directing, choreographing, and teaching in educational and community theatres in the KC Metro. She wants to thank you for supporting the arts and the many, many artists that collaborate to make tonight’s show.

April Bishop (Co-Props Designers/ Coordinators) has been involved in local

community theatre for more than 20 years. She is happy to return to TIP doing props for the 4th summer. Ali Breckenridge (Set Designer) is a Creative Director, Scenic Designer, and lifelong creative inspired by fantasy, whimsy, and storytelling. She designs parks and playgrounds by day; and loves designing scenery, crafting, and reading in her free time. This is her fourth TIP design, following My Fair Lady, Steel Magnolias, and Sister Act. Zach Dulny (Lighting Designer) is a NYC based lighting designer. He loves collaborating on new work, having designed many new plays and musicals. He works most frequently on Off and Off-Off Broadway, along with regional works. He thanks his friends, family, and teachers for helping him along his way.

Cindy Flaspohler (Co-Props Designer/ Coordinator) is very happy to return

backstage to TIP and work again with director Chris McCoy and co-props coordinator April Bishop. Previous works were Darn Yankees (TIP), as well as several years on the Board and as props coordinator for Leawood Stage Company (LSC), including The Music Man, Brigadoon, Annie Get Your Gun, Guys and Dolls, and Hello Dolly. Best of luck to the whole cast and crew. It’s going to be great.

Patrick Graham (Music Director/ Conductor) is excited to make his TIP music

directing debut on a show with incredible music, brilliant singers, and a world-class pit. After a couple degrees in classical voice, his career has included performing, directing, producing, teaching, recording, waiting tables, etc. He has since followed the siren call of corporate America and now has the best job

of all: dad to Wesley and husband to Becca. Thanks for supporting live theater in your community! Stephen Holbert (Stage Manager) is excited to return for his 8th show at TIP! Previous credits include Stage Manager for A Disney Double Feature, ASM for Descendants, and run crew for Half Time & Wizard of Oz. For his day job, Stephen runs a residential and commercial painting company. Outside of theatre, Stephen enjoys spending time with his wife, Kara, their 4 month old son, and their two pets.

John Hollan (Hair & Makeup Designer)

While formal training has placed him on stages as an actor, singer, or conductor, John’s guilty pleasure for more than a decade happens backstage, styling productions for live theatre. A self-taught designer, he finds particular joy in wig design/construction. He’s designed shows in KC venues including TIP, New Theatre & Restaurant, the White Theatre, H&R Block City Stage/Union Station, Just Off Broadway, and Unicorn Theatre. He’s been joyfully married to Melinda since 1990. www.stagefaceandhair.com Chris McCoy (Director) This is Chris’ 15th show with TIP including roles both on stage and off. Most recently, he appeared as Harry MacAfee in Bye, Bye Birdie (2024) and directed Meet Me in St. Louis (2023). Other recent credits include directing Hello Dolly at the Jewish Community Center, performing in Billy Elliot with MTKC, and directing/ choreographing Christmas Story at Theater Lawrence. During the day, Chris works as Development Director for Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey. Sarah Noé (Accompanist) is excited to return for her 3rd Theatre in the Park show AND perform one of her bucket list musicals! She is the staff accompanist at MidAmerica Nazarene University and a freelance musician in the KC Area. Big thanks & love to her supportive family!

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(she/her) is ecstatic to be working her first show at TIP! She has also had the pleasure of having acting and technical roles at Calvary University, her alma mater, and The White Theatre. When she’s not involved in theatre, she is either working in a cave, making fun drinks, tap dancing, or longing to be at Trader

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The Parks & Recreation Foundation of Johnson County Joe’s. She is grateful to God, this crew & cast, her loved ones, & her powerpuff cats for keeping her going @gigglamo Brady Rose (Sound Designer) has been the resident Sound Designer for Theatre in the Park since 2021, designing all indoor shows and designing and mixing all outdoor shows. Some highlights of his TIP career include Footloose, The SpongeBob Musical, Newsies, and many others. While not working for TIP, Brady is an Audio Engineer and Production Manager for HMXLive, a unit of Harvest Productions. Ramsey Vance (Choreographer) has spent the last 16 years working across the KC metro as a choreographer, educator, and performer for local theatre and dance companies, schools, and show choirs. In addition to theatre, she has a strong passion for competitive dance team and previously served as an assistant coach for the SME Lancer Dancers. She’s grateful and honored to work on this beautiful show. Many thanks to all involved! All her love to Matt. TTMAB

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Who’s Who at TIP & JCPRD Staff for JCPRD Board of Commissioners Chair.............................................................. Gary Ristow Vice Chair..........................................................Erik Hage Secretary ..........................................Robert J. Carlson Treasurer................................................. Jared Coleman Assistant Secretary................ Marielena Marroquin Assistant Treasurer..............................Leslee Rivarola Board Member............................................Mark Wiley BOCC Ex Officio.........................................Jeff Meyers

JCPRD Executive Director....................................Jeff Stewart Superintendent of Culture...................Susan Mong

Theatre in the Park Producing Artistic Director.......................... Tim Bair Associate Artistic Director..................Guy Gardner TIP Administrative Assistant...................Rachel Lee Production Manager.............................Sarah Saugier Technical Director...................................David Powell Scene Shop Foreman .................................Tyler Lang Media Relations...............................Ruth Baum Bigus Graphic Designer.....................................Justin Border

Theatre in the Park Advisory Council Chair............................................Inga Nordstrom-Kelly Vice Chair................................................. Donna Knoell Past Chair............................................... Meredith Neill JCPRD Board Representative.......... Jared Coleman Sertoma Club Representative.................. Jim Royer Council Member..................................... Brian Brewer Council Member....................................... Kelstan Ellis Council Member ...................................Melissa Evans Council Member......................... Courtney Harrison Council Member...................................... Tom Nelson Ex Officio............................................................. Tim Bair Ex Officio.....................................................Susan Mong Ex Officio....................................................Guy Gardner

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Technical Production Manager..............Brady Rose Lighting Designer....................................... Zach Dulny Sound Designer............................................Brady Rose FOH Audio Engineer..................................Brady Rose Master Electrician.............................. Chloe Petersen Asst. Master Electrician...... Kendric Santos-Briggs Light Board Operator ...........................Andro Miller Audio Technicians.........Issac Kelly, Sabina Gambill Lighting Technicians & Spotlight Operators........... Khale Knox, Sam Springer Scenic Charge Artist............................. Angel Malone Master Carpenter............... David Munzell-Johnson Special Guest Scenic Artist.............Jana Danzeisen Lead Scenic Carpenters........................... Jess Cutter, Samuel White Scenic Carpenters.............................Conner Booton, Logan Fixsen, Corwin Magee Bower, Dylan Reeves, Nash Swinson Scenic Painters......Roux Harper, Kristine Johnson, Lulu Nevis Scenic Crew...............................................Mercury Bell, Christian Sorto-Salinas Over-hire & Strike Supervisors............. Mel Pearce, Robert Sutherlin, Eric Van Horn House Managers......... Barry Myers, Jeremy Taylor Concession Managers...................Joann Aubuchon, Rhonda Krawiec Box Office Manager ..............................Alex Council Staff Photographer .....................................Jenn Ward Staff Videographer .........Connor Dudzik-Smalley Front of House Staff: Sami Aceto, Moira Aubuchon, Emery Bailey, Desiree Bauer, Zach Connett, Tony Crawford, Chacey Dollins, Arabella Flanagan, Ethan Fox, Cerys Griffith, Olivia Hamer, Alaina Hamons, Noah Hastings, Kamryn Haun, Matt Hermann, Raegan Irwin, Delaney Jasper, Becky Johnson, Eli Johnson, Norah Kelly, Natalie Long, Cain Melius, Caleb Mitchell, Nathan Neal, Taylor Parks, Macie Phillips, Austin Pixton, Zachary Quick, Zoe Quick, Lucas Riekeman, Teresa Rock, Danny Rutherford, Cal Sanders, Hannah Stephensen, Morgan Tate, Jeremy Taylor, M Taylor, Evelyn Theiss