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Larry
Shue's "The Nerd"
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Bernie Caprera (Lights): Bernie is happy to be back with the best group on Long Island. Bernie's main goals in life are to shoot his age in golf and have Willard Scott wish him a happy birthday. Some of his favorite productions are "Lend Me a Tenor", "The Odd Couple" (both male and female versions), "The Man Who Came to Dinner", and "Steel Magnolias". DOB to RB and Dakota.
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Minstrel Lights Credits |
Night Watch (F.2007)
Frankenstein (F.2006)
An Inspector Calls (Sp.2005)
Wait Until Dark (F.2004)
The Butler Did It, Again! (Sp.2003)
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God's Favorite (S.2007)
Steel Magnolias (Sp.2006)
A Christmas Carol (H.2004, H.2005, H.2006, H.2007,
H.2008)
The Odd Couple (W.2004)
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Minstrel Credits
Lights A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
Lights The Butler Did It!
(F.2011)
Lights Lend Me a Tenor
(Sp.2011)
Lights Postmortem
(F.2010)
Lights Whodunnit
(S.2010)
Lights Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Lights The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Lights The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Lights The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Lights Rope (F.2008)
Lights The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
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Rob Cashman (Tech Director):
Rob has been involved with community theatre for over 20 years, since his early teens. His first show was Marathon Community Theatre Group's production of "Mame" and later joined with the FSF group where he discovered he was a Minstrel at heart. Rob has never been much for acting, but has stepped out for tiny parts that make people Laugh Out Loud. As Tech Director, Rob is responsible for many facets of the production: construction, painting, sound, lights, graphic design and the website. He thoroughly enjoys working with the Minstrel family as well as the strays that wander in and out of the group. His real family includes wife Rebecca, Mackenzie and Logan. Shout outs to Minstrels Gone Wild everywhere!
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Minstrel S.M. / T.D. Credits
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A Christmas Carol (H.2004)
& Delivery Man Barefoot in the Park (W.2002)
Bell, Book and Candle (F.2001)
Heaven Can Wait (Sp.2001)
Arsenic and Old Lace (F.2000)
The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2000)
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& Delivery Man The Man Who Came to Dinner (W.2003)
The Uninvited (F.2003)
The Butler Did It,Again! (Sp.2003)
Deathtrap (F.2002)
The Butler Did It (Sp.2002)
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Minstrel Tech Director Credits |
A Christmas Carol (H.2005, H.2006,
H.2007, H.2008)
Don't Drink the Water (W.2005)
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Wait Until Dark (F.2004)
The Glass Menagerie (Sp.2004)
The Odd Couple (W.2004)
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Minstrel Credits
Tech Director A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
Tech Director The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Tech Director Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Tech Director Postmortem (F.2010)
Tech Director Whodunnit (S.2010)
Tech Director Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Tech Director The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Tech Director The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Tech Director The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Tech Director Rope (F.2008)
TD & Delivery Man The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Tech Director Night Watch (F.2007)
Tech Director God's Favorite (S.2007)
Tech Director Frankenstein (F.2006)
Tech Director Steel Magnolias (Sp.2006)
Tech Director Come Blow Your Horn (W.2006)
Tech Director Dial 'M' for Murder (F.2005)
Construction An Inspector Calls (Sp.2005)
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Evan Donnellan (Axel): Evan is back once again on the Minstrel stage after playing the Opera-loving bellhop in the spring production of "Lend Me A Tenor". He is especially honored to be filling the shoes of the great Ray Palen as he takes on the role of Lord Peter Flimsey. He also has had a nice run acting with the Minstrels in prior shows: Patrick Meadows in "WHODUNNIT", Jack Stapleton in "The Hound of the Baskervilles, Inspector Colquhoun in "The Hollow", Wyndham Brandon in "Rope", Richard Stanley in "The Man Who Came to Dinner" and was the Director of "Blithe Spirit". He is a veteran of Long Island theater with prior roles such as Stanley in "Broadway Bound", Buddy in "Come Blow Your Horn", Tony in "Weekend Comedy", and Billy in "The Goat". To capture the essence of Peter Flimsey, Evan turned to the only logical inspiration for this complicated role - his hero, Jesse Pinkman.
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Minstrel Credits
Axel The Nerd (Sp.2012)
Peter Flimsey The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Bellhop Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Leo Barrett Postmortem (F.2010)
Archibald Perkins Whodunnit (S.2010)
Director Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Jack Stapleton The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Inspector Colquhoun The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Wyndham Brandon Rope (F.2008)
Richard Stanley The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
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Martin Edmond (Waldgrave): This marks Martin's debut with The Minstrel Players. He has performed regionally in numerous productions, including Shakespeare at the Vanderbilt. Some of his favorites include "Veronica's Room", "Ten Little Indians", "Enter Laughing", "The Food Chain", "Stalag 17", "See How They Run", "Much Ado About Nothing", and "Deathtrap". He is pleased to be working with a fine cast, and such talented, professional people.
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Minstrel Credits
Waldgrave The Nerd (Sp.2012)
Henry Saunders Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
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Carl Nehring (Rick): Carl is thrilled to be part of this magnificent production for his 5th show with the beautiful and talented Minstrel Players. Carl recently played oily Levantine, Mr. Capodistriou in the Summer blockbuster - "WHODUNNIT". Minstrel audiences have also seen him as the brooding Edward Angkatell in "The Hollow" and the plotting Charles Granillo in "ROPE". Carl is very helpful and past roles include Shady Character in "Guys and Dolls", Toy Soldier #1 in "The Toys Take Over Christmas" and Tevye in "Fiddler On the Roof". Carl would like to thank the gracious and absurd Minstrel Players, and especially Ray Palen, for the opportunity to tread the same boards once walked by Edward Kyle III.
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Minstrel Credits
Rick The Nerd (Sp.2012)
Louie Fan The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Bobby Carlyle Postmortem (F.2010)
Andreas Capodistriou Whodunnit (S.2010)
Edward Angkatell The Hollow (S.2009)
Charles Granillo Rope (F.2008)
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Debbie Palen
(Assistant Director):
Debbie is a founding member of The Minstrel Players. This is the 2nd time she is directing "A Christmas Carol". Some favorite shows include "Postmortem", "The Odd Couple (Female Version - Director)", "Crossing Delancey" (Director), "The Man Who Came to Dinner" (Co-Director), "The Hollow", "Rope", "The Glass Menagerie", "The Butler Did It, Again!", "The Butler Did It", and "Barefoot in the Park". She is thrilled to be part of the 38th venture. Much love to husband, Ray.
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Minstrel Assistant Director / House Manager Credits |
A Christmas Carol
(H.2004, H.2005, H.2006, H.2007)
Frankenstein (F.2006)
Come Blow Your Horn (W.2006)
Dial 'M' for Murder (F.2005)
Don't Drink the Water (W.2005)
The Odd Couple (W.2004)
The Butler Did It, Again! (Sp.2003)
Deathtrap (F.2002)
Barefoot in the Park (W.2002)
Heaven Can Wait (Sp.2001)
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Rope (F.2008)
Night Watch (F.2007)
God's Favorite (S.2007)
Steel Magnolias (Sp.2006)
The Glass Menagerie (Sp.2004)
The Uninvited (F.2003)
The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2000, W.2003)
The Butler Did It (Sp.2002)
Bell, Book and Candle (F.2001)
Arsenic and Old Lace (F.2000)
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Minstrel Credits
Director A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Assistant Director The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Assistant Director Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Co-Director Postmortem (F.2010)
Assistant Director Whodunnit (S.2010)
Assistant Director Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
House Manager The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Director The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Asst Director/House Manager The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Director A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
Co-Director/House Manager The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Director/House Manager Crossing Delancey (S.2005)
House Manager Wait Until Dark (F.2004)
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Ray Palen (Willum / Executive
Producer):
Ray is thrilled to be bringing back the Minstrel Players holiday tradition with this staging of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol". The opportunity to play this iconic character once again, in a tale filled with hope, redemption and spirit, is a true privilege indeed. Ray has been acting his entire life and is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC. He has done his part to pay it forward by teaching Drama --- currently as an instructor at Dance Pointe Performing Arts Center. Love to Debbie for another great directing job and humbug and huzzah to a great cast and crew. Special thanks to Mr. Sim for his constant inspiration with this challenging role!
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Older
Minstrel Credits |
& Ambassador Magee Don't Drink the Water (W.2005)
& Jim The Glass Menagerie (S.2004)
& Mr. Whiteside Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2000,
W.2003, Sp.2008)
The Butler Did It, Again! (Sp.2003)
& Peter Flimsey The Butler Did It (Sp.2002)
& Joe Pendelton Heaven Can Wait (Sp.2001)
& Mortimer Brewster Arsenic and Old Lace (F.2000)
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Inspector Goole An Inspector Calls (Sp.2005)
Scrooge A Christmas Carol (H.2004, H.2005,
H.2006, H.2007, H.2008)
Roat Wait Until Dark (F.2004)
Felix Unger The Odd Couple (W.2004)
Roddy Fitzgerald The Uninvited (F.2003)
Clifford Anderson Deathtrap (F.2002)
Paul Bratter Barefoot in the Park (W.2002)
Nicky Holroyd Bell, Book and Candle (F.2001)
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Minstrel Credits
Willum The Nerd (Sp.2012)
Scrooge A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Chandler Marlowe the Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Max Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
William Gillette/Co-Director Postmortem
(F.2010)
Silas Bazeby Whodunnit (S.2010)
Charles Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Sherlock Holmes The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Manolo Costazuela The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
John Cristow/Director The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Rupert Cadell Rope (F.2008)
Director/Lt. Walker Night Watch (F.2007)
Sidney Lipton God's Favorite (S.2007)
Victor Frankenstein Frankenstein (F.2006)
Director Steel Magnolias (Sp.2006)
Alan Baker Come Blow Your Horn (W.2006)
Tony Wendice Dial 'M' for Murder (F.2005)
Sam "Pickle Man" Posner Crossing Delancey (S.2005)
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Tara "Tine" Palen (Tansy): Tara is the Minstrel's artistic director and a Minstrel Co-Founder. Tara directed "The Hound of the Baskervilles", "Rope", "An Inspector Calls", several seasons of "A Christmas Carol", and the comedy classics "The Odd Couple" and "Barefoot in the Park". Minstrel audiences have seen her several times as Lorraine Sheldon in "The Man Who Came to Dinner", Elaine Wheeler in "Night Watch", Truvy in "Steel Magnolias", and Susie in "Wait Until Dark". Behind the scenes, Tara is the Dance Specialist for the FREE Theater Day Hab program, and she also teaches the TFTjr children's drama program at Studio Theatre and is a Registered Yoga Teacher. Tara is thrilled to be part of another production of The Minstrel Players, working with family and friends. Much love to Nicky Star, now watching in the best seat in the house. Hi Mom!
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& Lorraine Sheldon The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2000, W.2003, Sp.2008)
& Gillian Holroyd Bell, Book and Candle (F.2001)
& Martha Brewster Arsenic and Old Lace (F.2000)
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Susy Hendrix Wait Until Dark (F.2004)
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Pam Fitzgerald The Uninvited (F.2003)
The Butler Did It, Again! (Sp.2003)
& Myra Bruhl Deathtrap (F.2002)
& Charity Haze The Butler Did It (Sp.2002)
& Julia Farnsworth Heaven Can Wait (Sp.2001)
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Minstrel Credits
Tansy The Nerd (Sp.2012)
Laura Carlyle The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Director Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
May Dison Postmortem (F.2010)
Lavinia Hargreaves Whodunnit (S.2010)
Elvira Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Director The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Olive Madison The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Veronica Craye The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Director Rope (F.2008)
Director A Christmas Carol (H.2007)
Elaine Wheeler Night Watch (F.2007)
Director A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
Truvy Steel Magnolias (Sp.2006)
Director A Christmas Carol (H.2005)
Director An Inspector Calls (Sp.2005)
Susan Hollander/Art. Director Don't Drink the Water (W.2005)
Director & Mrs. Cratchit A Christmas Carol
(H.2004)
Director The Odd Couple (W.2004)
Director Barefoot in the Park (W.2002)
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Kelly Quinn (Stage
Manager): Kelly is excited to be helping with her third play with The Minstrel Players after becoming the Asst. Tech Director for "Lend Me a Tenor". She has been working with her school stage crew for the past year and has found a love for the backstage aspect of theater. She is a Senior in high school and loves hanging out with her friends and her droid.
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Minstrel Credits
Stage Manager The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Asst. Tech Director Lend Me a
Tenor (Sp.2011)
House Manager Postmortem (F.2010)
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Strolling Minstrels
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Jacqueline Angier:
Jacqueline was last seen on the Minstrel Stage as Laura in "The Hound of the Baskervilles". Jacqueline holds BA degrees in Opera Performance and Music Education from the Crane School of Music and a Masters from the University of Stony Brook. She was the winner of the Crane Concerto Competition, a Semi-finalist in the Jenny Lind International Competition, and has participated in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Audition and the Tanglewood Music Festival. Ms. Angier has performed several operas, oratorio, chamber music, has performed on live radio broadcasts in New York and France and has also performed locally at the Smithtown Township Arts Council. As well, she has done voice-over work on movie soundtracks, television and a children's book with a CD. Jacqueline teaches music in public school and teaches singing privately. She is currently studying acting at H.B. Studio in Manhattan.
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Maggie Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Laura The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
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Stephanie M. Augustin: Stephanie is beyond thrilled to be working with the fabulous Minstrel Players once again. This will be her fourth production with this gifted
team; you may have seen her as Edith in "Blithe Spirit" and Neil Simon's "The Female Odd Couple" as Vera. She has trained at Brooklyn College and has been doing accents since she was 14 years old. Stephanie would like to thank her wonderful, supportive and very patient future husband Mike who is always in her corner cheering her on. She can't wait to be your wife! Thanks to Nennenn, Mom, Sara, and all of her family, friends and co-workers who have come out to support her. Thank you and I love you all!!
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Minstrel Credits
Ghost(Present) A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Edith Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Vera The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Doris The Hollow (Sp.2009)
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Marie Baker:
Marie is happy to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. She studies dance and drama.
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Minstrel Credits
Molly Cratchit/School
Child/Chorus A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Roseann Baldanza: Roseann is thrilled to work again with this talented group of actors. Some of my favorite performances with the Minstrel Players were in "Lend Me a Tenor", "Whodunit", "Blithe Spirit", "The Hound of the Baskervilles", "The Female Odd Couple", "The Hollow", "Night Watch", "God's Favorite", "Steel Magnolias", "Frankenstein", "The Butler Did It", "Arsenic and Old Lace", and "The Man Who Came to Dinner". With Theatre Time Productions - "Splendor In The Grass". With A Small Company in America- "The Prisoner of Second Avenue" and "The Importance of Being Earnest". Thanks to Ray and Deb for their continued support. Love to BC/DM/DOB. And may God bless.
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Older Minstrel Credits |
Sister White The Butler Did It, Again! (Sp.2003)
Sister White The Butler Did It (Sp.2002)
Mrs. McCutcheon The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2000)
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Mrs. Riggs A Christmas Carol (H.2004)
Sarah the Cook The Man Who Came to Dinner (W.2003)
Officer Arsenic and Old Lace (F.2000)
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Minstrel Credits
Sister White The Butler
Did It! (F.2011)
Julia Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Dame Edith Runcible Whodunnit (S.2010)
Mrs. Bradman Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Mrs. Barrymore The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Mickey The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Sgt. Penny The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Mrs. Debenham Rope (F.2008)
Mrs. Stanley The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Helga Night Watch (F.2007)
Mady God's Favorite (S.2007)
Mrs. Riggs A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
Sophie Frankenstein (F.2006)
Clairee Steel Magnolias (Sp.2006)
Burns/Countess Bordoni Don't Drink the Water (W.2005)
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Bianca Blasi:
Bianca is happy to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. She has studied Tap and Ballet. She attended a Drama Kids Camp and has been in several school plays.
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Minstrel Credits
Katherine/Fezziwig Guest/Chorus A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Vanessa Blasi:
Vanessa is happy to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. She has studied Tap and Ballet. She attended a Drama Kids Camp and has been in several school plays and performances including playing piano and singing. She is in her school chorus.
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Minstrel Credits
Elizabeth/Fezziwig Guest/Chorus A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Lawrence Boddy: This is Larry's second play with The Minstrel Players. He was last seen (or not seen) as the Ghost of Christmas Future in
"Christmas Carol". This past year he has also appeared in "42nd Street", "Diary of Anne Frank", "Damn Yankees", and "Fiddler on the
Roof". When not on stage he enjoys genealogy, reading, antiques, and the Mets. Larry would like to thank the Palens for their dedication to bring theater to his community and giving him the opportunity to appear in this play.
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Minstrel Credits
Morris God's Favorite (S.2007)
Ghost(Future)/Business Man A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
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Susan Geffken Burton: Susan is thrilled to be back for a second time with The Minstrel Players and would like to thank them for the
opportunity to make her debut in "The Bulter Did It!" as Rita Eyelesbarrow, and for the amazing and fun experience they made it. Susan has a BFA from School of Visual Arts, and a MA from LIU, C.W.Post. She owns Susan Geffken Burton, LLC and passes time as a decorative painter until she can go to rehearsals. She has been shown locally for her canvas work as an artist. Susan thanks her loving husband and boys along with her family for the support and encouragement they give.
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Minstrel Credits
Mrs. Riggs/Bus. Lady A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Rita Eyelesbarrow The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
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Rebecca Cashman: Rebecca Cashman had been the "lights" person for the Minstrels starting with "The Man Who Came to Dinner" and has enjoyed working on "Arsenic and Old Lace", "Heaven Can Wait" and "Bell, Book and
Candle". She has also enjoyed joining in as part of the chorus in shows with the FSF and MJCC Community Theatre groups in shows such as "Guys and Dolls" and "Life Begins at 50". Rebecca
enjoyed her work with the Minstrels. She is currently on hiatus training the kids to become Minstrels.
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Minstrel Credits
Lights Deathtrap (F.2002)
Lights The Butler Did It (Sp.2002)
Lights Barefoot in the Park (W.2002)
Lights Bell, Book and Candle (F.2001)
Lights Heaven Can Wait (Sp.2001)
Lights Arsenic and Old Lace (F.2000)
Lights The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2000)
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Lisa Casillo:
Lisa is thrilled to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. Other credits include New York's hit Off Broadway show "Tony N' Tina's Wedding" as Donna Marsala the kooky, singing bridesmaid. Other favorite roles include Chicklet in "Psycho Beach Party" Teresa in "Italian American Reconciliation" Lisa Marie Lesley in the original comedy "Elvis and Juliet" And many more! Some of her film credits include "West of Brooklyn" the voice of Angelica, "Lbs. The Movie" which received rave reviews at the Sundance film festival in 2004. Lisa's TV credits to name a few, the fantastic and fun comedy variety show "Culture Clash" for FOX television, "Saved By The Bell" and "Love and War". A Stand up comedian as well Lisa has performed her own material in various clubs in NYC and Los Angeles. Lisa's theatrical training began at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC and Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in NYC and London. Thank you Minstrel Players for supporting my comeback!
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Minstrel Credits
Caroline/Flora A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Sarah Cassidy: Sarah is thrilled to be on stage with the wonderful Minstrel Players. Sarah was last seen in
"A Christmas Carol" back in '07 on this very stage. She would like to thank the very talented directors, cast and crew for making this show a success!
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Minstrel Credits
Gerda Cristow The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Belle/Ethel A Christmas Carol (H.2007)
Mrs. Cratchit A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
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Jim Connors:
This is Jim's 10th production with The Minstrel Players. Jim has appeared in "Whodunnit" (R.Adm. Knatchbull Folliat), "The Hollow" (Lord Angkatell), "Rope" (Sir Johnstone Kentley), "The Man Who Came To Dinner" (Mr. Stanley), "Night Watch" (Curtis Appleby), "Come Blow Your Horn" (Mr. Baker) and this is the 4th time he has portrayed Jacob Marley in "A Christmas Carol". Credits with other groups include: "The Laramie Project", "The Unexpected Guest", "The Passion Of Dracula", "Run For Your Wife" and "The Diary Of Anne Frank".
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Minstrel Credits
Jacob Marley/Topper/Bus. Man A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
R.Adm. Knatchbull Folliat Whodunnit (S.2010)
Lord Angkatell The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Marley/Topper/Bus. Man A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
Sir Johnstone Kentley Rope (F.2008)
Mr. Stanley The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Curtis Appleby Night Watch (F.2007)
Marley/Topper/Bus. Man A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
Mr. Baker Come Blow Your Horn (W.2006)
Marley/Topper/Bus. Man A Christmas Carol (H.2005)
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Eileen Der Aris: Eileen is very happy to perform, once again, with The Minstrel Players, after having thoroughly enjoyed her most recent roles as, Midge Harvey, in "The Hollow" and Perkins in "The Hound of the Baskervilles." Her debut role, with the merry minstrels, was in the 2003 performance of "The Man Who Came to Dinner," as Professor Metz. She has had other prior roles including Harriet Stanley, in a later performance of "The Man Who Came to Dinner," Jane Doe in "The Butler Did It, Again!" as well as Caroline/Flora in "A Christmas Carol." Eileen is now working as a Special Educator of young children, as well as a mother of two of her own children. Thanks, as always, to the Minstrels for having me back and to my husband Rich for his continual love and support. Big hugs!!
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Minstrel Credits
Ruth Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Perkins The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Midge Harvey The Hollow (S.2009)
Harriet Stanley The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Caroline/Flora A Christmas Carol (H.2004)
Jane Doe The Butler Did It, Again! (Sp.2003)
Professor Metz The Man Who Came to Dinner (W.2003)
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Hannah Rose Der Aris:
Hannah is elated to be returning to The Minstrel Players after having thoroughly enjoyed performing, twice, in " A Christmas Carol." She recently performed in Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella," with Hills on Stage, a district wide 5th grade theatre program. Hannah enjoys singing with her school choir, dancing and acting with her Mom.
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Minstrel Credits
Choir The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Amy Cratchit A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
Annie A Christmas Carol (H.2004)
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Bill Donnellan: Bill is happy to be making his debut with The Minstrel Players.
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Minstrel Credits
Dr. Bradman Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
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Mary Kate English: Mary Kate is glad to be a part of this production as she has enjoyed being a part of
The Minstrel Players in A Christmas Carol. She has participated as chorus is several Northport Community productions. Mary Kate enjoys dancing, playing viola and performing in plays.
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Minstrel Credits
Martha Cratchit/Fred's Guest A Christmas Carol
(H.2008)
Choir The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Molly Cratchit/Want A Christmas Carol (H.2007)
Molly Cratchit/Want A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
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Shane Fallacara: Shane is happy to be making his return to The Minstrel Players. He was previously seen as Inspector Bowden in "Whodunnit".
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Minstrel Credits
Tito Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Inspector Bowden Whodunnit (S.2010)
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Peggy Ryan Fichetti: Peggy is happy to be making her debut
with The Minstrel Players.
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Minstrel Credits
Older Belle/Mrs. Fezziwig A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
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Daria Figlo:
Daria has been performing on stage with New York City theater groups since age 5. This is Daria's 3rd year in "A Christmas Carol". She was previously seen in "The Man Who Came to Dinner". Daria also played the role of Lilly St. Regis in "Annie" and has worked throughout N.Y. in such productions as
"Seussical" and "Into the Woods". She was in
"The Bounty Hunter" and "The Smurfs" movie.
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Minstrel Credits
Fan/Fred's Guest A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Elizabeth/Molly/Child A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
Choir The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Elizabeth/Child A Christmas Carol (H.2007)
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Kirsten Figlo: This is Kirsten's 2nd time performing A Christmas Carol with The Minstrel Players. She has also performed in other NY productions including
"Hansel and Gretel". She was in "The Bounty
Hunter", "The Smurfs" movie, and "All Good
Things".
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Minstrel Credits
Tailor's & School Child/Want/Chorus A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Amy/Want A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
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Quinn Figlo:
This is Quinn's debut with The Minstrel Players. He enjoys singing, dancing, baseball, soccer, and skiing.
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Minstrel Credits
Tiny Tim/Very Young Scrooge/Ignorance A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Michael J. Freed:
This is Michael's third time in A Christmas Carol with The Minstrel Players. He has performed in the Minstrels' productions of Agatha Christie's "The Hollow," "The Man Who Came to Dinner," and "Rope," He has also performed in "West Side Story," "South Pacific," and other works. Michael gives a very hearty thanks to the Minstrels and his family and friends for their continued support
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Minstrel Credits
Fezziwig/Old Joe/Bus. & Charity Man A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Dr. Watson The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Gudgeon The Hollow (S.2009)
Ghost(Present)/Ch. Man/Schoolmaster A Christmas Carol
(H.2008)
Sabot Rope (F.2008)
Dr. Bradley The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Ghost(Present)/Ch. Man A Christmas Carol (H.2007)
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Demetria Frohn: This is Demi's debut with the Minstrel Players and she is excited to be returning to the stage with this talented, inspiring group. Other stage performances include roles in "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "South Pacific". Most recently she has worked as an extra in television on episodes of "Law & Order" and "Ugly Betty" in NYC. Her teenagers Drew and Sarah are her pride and joy and a great big thanks to all of her family and friends for all all of their love and support. Thank you for coming out to this Minstrel production to cheer her on.
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Minstrel Credits
Sylvie The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
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Abagail Hallam:
Abagail Hallam is extremely excited about her debut performance on
this stage. She is a seven year old student in the second grade and
lives in Huntington. Although this is her first show, she has enjoyed
every school show she has taken part in. Abagail would like to thank
The Minstrel Players for giving her the opportunity to shine in the
production of A Christmas Carol. She would also like to thank her
parents for getting her involved with the theater.
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Minstrel Credits
Amy Cratchit/Tailor's &
Schol Child/Chorus A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Tricia Ieronimo: This is Tricia's second performance with The Minstrel Players. She was previously seen on the Minstrel stage as Maria Morelli in
"Lend Me a Tenor". She attended Adelphi University where she received her BFA in Theatre. Tricia works as a Habilitation Specialist for FREE's Theatre Day Hab program where she has the joy of working every day with The Free Players. Tricia would like to thank her family and friends for all of the love and support they have given her through the years. To my "SLDS" - thank you for always having my back, luv ya!
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Minstrel Credits
Haversham The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Maria Morelli Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
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Elizabeth Jaeger:
Elizabeth is thrilled to play with the Minstrels yet again after her first run as Charity Haze in the fall performance of "The Butler Did It!" Always having a passion for the arts, she studied Radio, Television, and Film at the University of Central Florida. She's thrilled to be back in New York and even more excited to be with the Minstrel Players! Thanks for taking me in and letting me talk in funny accents. To my family, I love, love, love you. Be Happy Everyday!
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Minstrel Credits
Mrs. Cratchit A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Charity Haze The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
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Olivia Kavanaugh:
Olivia is happy to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. She has been involved in many other school and LI productions including Cha-Cha "Grease", Toto "The Wizard of Oz", and Grace the Secretary in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off (The Musical)".
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Minstrel Credits
Ghost(Past) A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Kevin Kelly: Kevin is ecstatic to be making his Minstrel Players debut in a great show with such a talented cast! Past favorite roles include Zach "A Chorus Line," Beethoven "Dog Sees God," Foreman "12 Angry Men," Ruckley "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," and the off-Broadway show "Judy & Me." When not onstage, Kevin is a habilitation specialist at FREE, alongside many of his fellow cast members. Kevin would like to thank Ray and Debbie for the opportunity, his friends and family, especially his mother, for their never ending love and support, and Becki, Jessy, Kat, the "brothers," and of course Tori Lewis for always keeping him sane.
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Minstrel Credits
Rick Carlyle The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
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Lou Lentino: Lou has known he wanted to be an actor since the age of three with his first play in second grade and first leading role at age twelve. After high school,
he hit the streets of NYC trying to get work. This was no easy task but the journey was exciting as well as educational. Since 1989, he has appeared in over a hundred productions spanning theatre, film and
television. However he believes that nothing comes close to the electricity of a live theatre performance. Eventually the inevitable happened - he and a couple friends started
a production company, Crawlspace Films. They have been producing films for five years, three of which have won awards and a finalist in the "I love NY" short film competition.
Lou prides himself on being professional, dedicated and hard working.
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Minstrel Credits
Bob Cratchit/Undertaker A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Sir Henry Baskerville The Hound of the Baskervilles (F.2009)
Jesus Costazuela The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
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Mona Lee Michon-Franchi:
Mona is happy to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. Mona has been in many productions throughout L.I. including Mrs. Van Daan "The Diary of Anne Frank", Queen of Hearts "Alice in Wonderland", and Domina "A Funny Thing Happened On The Way to The Forum".
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Minstrel Credits
Bus. Lady/Fred's Guest A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Karen Ottomano: Karen has been part of the Minstrel Players since its inception. Over the years she has appeared in numerous productions both in Queens and on Long Island. Karen was most recently seen in last year's production of "Postmortem" (Lilly Warner). Her list of roles are numerous from comedies to dramas such as "Barefoot in the Park" (Mrs. Banks), "Gods Favorite" (Rose Benjamin), "Arsenic & Old Lace" (Aunt Abby), "Deathtrap" (Helga Ten-Dorp), The Glass Menagerie" (Amanda), Woody Allen's "Don't Drink The Water" (Marian Hollander) "An Inspector Calls" (Mrs. Birling) "Crossing Delancey" (Bubbie) "A Christmas Carol" (Mrs. Dilber), "Come Blow Your Horn" (Mrs. Baker), "Steel Magnolias" (M'Lynn), "The Diary of Anne Frank" (Mrs. VanDaan), among others. I'm ready for my close up Mr. "Star". MM you own my heart AND as always, kisses to my precious Lola!!
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Older Minstrel Credits |
Melissa Love Letters (W.2004)
Gwendolyn Pigeon The Odd Couple (W.2004)
Nurse Preen The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2000, W.2003, Sp.2008)
Miss Maple The Butler Did It (Sp.2002)
Aunt Queenie Bell, Book and Candle (F.2001)
Aunt Abby Arsenic and Old Lace (F.2000)
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Mrs. Dilber A Christmas Carol (H.2004,
H.2005, H.2006, H.2007, H.2008)
Mrs. Jessup The Uninvited (F.2003)
Miss Maple The Butler Did It, Again! (Sp.2003)
Helga Ten-Dorp Deathtrap (F.2002)
Mrs. Banks Barefoot in the Park (W.2002)
Mrs. Ames Heaven Can Wait (Sp.2001)
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Minstrel Credits
Mrs. Dilber A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Miss Maple The Butler Did It! (F.2011)
Lilly Warner Postmortem (F.2010)
Madame Arcati Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Rene The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Lady Angkatell The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Rose Benjamin God's Favorite (S.2007)
Frau Frankenstein Frankenstein (F.2006)
M'Lynn Steel Magnolias (Sp.2006)
Mrs. Baker Come Blow Your Horn (W.2006)
Bubbie Crossing Delancey (S.2005)
Sybil Birling An Inspector Calls (Sp.2005)
Marion Hollander Don't Drink the Water (W.2005)
Amanda Wingfield The Glass Menagerie (Sp.2004)
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Jeffrey Palen: Re-enactor of the French and Indian War, American Revolution, and the Civil War, he has also been involved in television productions including "The American Revolution", "The Revolutionary War", "Liberty", "The History of the Military Police", and "Saratoga and Civil War Journal". He is also an Honorary Re-enactor for Colonial Williamsburg, VA, Fort No. 4 NH, Fort Ticonderoga, NY, Crown Point Historical Site, NY, and the Miller House, NY, and is a certified Historical Living History Instructor for
BOCES, Suffolk County.
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Minstrel Credits
Historical Costume Advisor A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Historical Costume Advisor A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
Historical Costume Advisor A Christmas Carol (H.2007)
Historical Costume Advisor A Christmas Carol (H.2006)
Historical Costume Advisor A Christmas Carol (H.2005)
Historical Costume Advisor A Christmas Carol (H.2004)
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Jennifer Pearson:
Jennifer is thrilled to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. Jennifer is a
Certified Dance Educator through Dance Masters of America, Inc. As a student for 30 years, and a 10 year career as a professional soloist
for major Northeast regional dance companies such as Albano Ballet Company
and Hartford Ballet Company in Connecticut, Anglo American Ballet Foundation
in New York City, the Summer and Winter Repertoires with Boston Ballet Company
and Harbor Ballet Theater in Port Jefferson, she has given to students of local
communities her unsurpassed dance experience, professionalism and knowledge as
an artist and teacher for over 15 years. Jennifer continues her education and training in all areas of dance at the Broadway
Dance Center in New York City.
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Minstrel Credits
Fred's Wife/Fezziwig Guest A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Paige B Pearson:
Paige is happy to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. She has studied dance for 6 years including Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop, and ball room dancing and also takes voice lessons. She has been in "Blues Clues The Musical", "The Wiz", and "Beauty and the Beast".
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Minstrel Credits
Belinda Cratchit/Turkey
Girl/Chorus A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Laura Pelliccia: This is Laura's debut performance with the minstrel players. She is thrilled to get this role with the minstrel players also because she loves "The Christmas Carol." This is her first theater performance so she is very excited. After getting this role she landed a part in a stage reading called "Redemption, When Love Conquers Hate." And she has also done some independent films and short films. She has done some comedic and dramatic skits for the past six years for her church during their community shows.
She thanks her husband, family and friends for their support.
God Bless and enjoy the show!
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Minstrel Credits
Mrs. Fezziwig/Older Belle A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Geoff Pendergrast:
Geoff is happy to be making his debut with The Minstrel Players. He played the Phantom in "The Phantom of The Opera" in a dance recital earlier this year.
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Minstrel Credits
Fred/Ghost(Future)/Schoolmaster A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Linda Randolph: is happy to be joining the very talented Merry Minstrels onstage for the third time in this season's production of "Whodunnit". Previously she played Dr. Tracey Lake in "Night Watch" ('07) and Harriet Stanley in "The Man
Who Came to Dinner" ('03). Other favorite regional LI roles include: Ellen Fine in "Waverly Gallery", Karen Nash in "Plaza Suite", Edna Edison in "Prisoner of Second Avenue" and Angela in "Bermuda Avenue Triangle". Off season you may spot her ushering audiences to their seats in theatres throughout Suffolk County.
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Minstrel Credits
Lady Tremurrain Whodunnit (S.2010)
Dr. Tracey Lake Night Watch (F.2007)
Harriet Stanley The Man Who Came to Dinner (W.2003)
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Patricia Servidio: Patty is thrilled to be back with the Minstrels after a small hiatus from acting. She was last seen in the Minstrel's production of "Lend Me a Tenor" as Diana. Favorite roles include Marion, Grazia in "Death Takes a Holiday" and Diana. Many thanks go to Debbie and Ray for casting Patty in the role of Lady #1 and Mrs. Riggs in this production of "A Christmas Carol", as well as to the cast and crew for their dedication and hard work. Patty would like to thank her husband and daughter for their continued love and support, as well as family and friends who keep her sane. "God Bless Us, Everyone!" A very happy and healthy holiday season to all!
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Minstrel Credits
Diana Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Marion Barrett Postmortem (F.2010)
Mrs. Riggs/Lady/Ethel A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
Mrs. McCutcheon The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
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Andrew Schild:
Andrew is excited to be back again with Long Island's greatest theatre company. This is his 8th show with The Minstrel Players. Andrew attends Harborfields High School and was the Tech Producer for their Junior Play Fest. Other favorite school shows include "The Female Odd Couple" and "Guys and Dolls". Andrew also attends Wilson Tech, where he won first prize in the SkillsUSA Video Competition. Andrew is a budding sound engineer, working with Trinity's youth group "Battle of the Bands" and other similar events around his community through his own sound company. Andrew would like to thank Mr. S Stankoski, Mr. A Emsig, Mrs. N Fasulo, and his loving family. Finally, Andrew would like you all to know "That was stupid!"
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Minstrel Credits
Stage Manager Lend Me a Tenor (Sp.2011)
Stage Manager Postmortem (F.2010)
Assistant Stage Manager Whodunnit (S.2010)
Assistant Stage Manager Blithe Spirit (Sp.2010)
Stage Manager The Odd Couple (Female Version) (S.2009)
Stage Manager The Hollow (Sp.2009)
Construction A Christmas Carol (H.2008)
Stage Manager Rope (F.2008)
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Evan Schild: Evan is thrilled to be making his "On Stage" debut at The Minstrel Players. He has previously assisted with ushering performances. He has been in other productions as the Wizard in "The Wizard of Oz", Agustus Gloop in "Willy Wonka", and Avram in "The Fiddler on the Roof".
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Minstrel Credits
Peter Cratchit/Dick Wilkens/Miner
A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Dan Smith:
Dan Smith is honored to be once again working with the incredibly talented Minstrel Players for the fifth time. This is Dan's third time in "A Christmas Carl". Previous roles included Prof. Metz/Sandy/Wescott in "The Man Who Came to Dinner", and Sam Hoke in "Night Watch". Dan has also held roles as Chef Ciccio in "The Most Happy Fella" as well as Brother Zebulon in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat". There is nothing better than sharing the stage with so many close friends. Thanks so much to all the Minstrels for all your support and the opportunities you have given me, much love from Hornswoggle!
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Minstrel Credits
Young Scrooge/Tailor/Miner A Christmas Carol (H.2011)
Young Scrooge/Tailor/Miner/Fred's Guest A Christmas Carol
(H.2008)
Prof. Metz/Sandy/Wescott The Man Who Came to Dinner (Sp.2008)
Young Scrooge/Topper A Christmas Carol (H.2007)
Sam Hoke Night Watch (F.2007)
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Alice Somers:
Alice is excited to back with the Minstrels for her second performance in "A Christmas Carol." She has been in numerous other productions with her high school drama club and the Alliance of Long Island Students of Theatre.
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Minstrel Credits
Belle/Fred's Guest A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
Ensemble A
Christmas Carol (H.2004)
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Gabriella Stevens:
Gabriella is happy to be making her debut with The Minstrel Players. She has taken many singing and dance lessons including ballet and tap. She has been in several school productions including Violet in "Willy Wonka" and Turtle in "A Year with Frog and Toad".
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Minstrel Credits
Martha Cratchit/Fred's Guest A Christmas Carol
(H.2011)
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Alek Wilhelm:
He has enjoyed classes at The American Dance and Drama Studio in NYC in techniques of Acting , dramatic monologues, poems and speech. With his grade school Drama Class he performed as The Fox in "The Little Red Hen" and The Soldier in "Stone Soup".
He was the narrator of "The Nutcracker" and danced, sang and played recorder in "A Day in the World", Cultural Festival.
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Minstrel Credits
Peter Cratchit/Scrooge(Child)/Ignorance A Christmas Carol
(H.2006)
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