July 29-August 1, 2015Oswego high school

Check out Limelight’s Fall Radio Play Series and fall programs at limelighttheatrecompany.org!

When I tell people that I’ve been directing Legally Blonde, I usually get, “Oh, isn’t that fun!” And they emphasize “fun” much like they would respond to seeing a toddler attempting to file a lawsuit. “Isn’t that cute!” In many ways Legally Blonde the Musical is “fun” and “cute,” but, like our very own Elle Woods, I believe that this show is so much more than it seems. At the heart of this musical is a deep understanding of self-discovery, pursuing dreams in spite of obstinacy, and discovering that love can exist where we hadn’t expected to look. Yes, we spend most of our time in a salon, and we sing ridiculous songs, but what is life’s journey without laughter? Elle Woods is a strong female protagonist that we can cheer on as she fights for justice, never losing sight of who she is, with unrestrained sincerity. For all of this, I do have to say that this production has been an absolute pleasure and, well, a lot of fun. The directing team, the cast, the tech crew – I couldn’t ask for better people to work with or a better way to spend my summer. The genuine talent and heart of this group of people is truly astounding. I hope that you enjoy tonight’s production, and that you’ll leave encouraged, empowered, and determined to make your dreams come true…even if they aren’t what you originally set out to achieve. - Michael Leali

director’s note

Artistic Director Cori Veverka Director of Development Brian BremsManaging Director Laurie NevillsAdministrative Director Michael Leali

Ginny Bateman, Kristie Vest, Laura Finch, Kate Scholtes, Operations and Conservation Staff, and the rest of the Oswegoland Park District.

SD308 staff including Bill Nunameker, Scott Bedell, Eric Arrimbide, Estafany Sanchez, and the OHS custodial staff for working graciously with us.

OHS and OEHS Drama Clubs for sharing props, set pieces, costumes, and more.

OHS Band for sharing space and instruments with our Pit Orchestra.

All of the participants, parents, and families over the past 15 YEARS who helped make Limelight what it is today by devoting time, talents, materials, and support. Thank you for being a part of our family!

special thanks to

limelight staff

Legally Blonde is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019. Phone (212) 541-4684 Fax (212) 397-4684 www.mtishows.com

CREW

Th

e C

ast Sarah Obert

Elle

Annabelle LealiMargot

Lucie KupresSerena

Melissa CzapczykPilar

Kirsten StephensGaelen

Jessica GladisKate

Izzy ThalmanLeila

Elise ThalmanAni

Tegan ZoephelSaleswoman

Madeline ReavleyStore Manager

Matt KackertElle’s Dad

Ceci CarringtonElle’s Mom

Stewie SimonsGrandmaster Chad

Justin MabreyWinthrop

Tim DavisLowell

Phillip LaricchiaPforzheimer

Bobby TavesEmmett

Jacob WestpfahlJet Blue Pilot

Stewie SimonsAaron

Justin MabreyPadamadan

Maureen O’HaraPaulette

Jacob WestpfahlDewey

Brandon MabreyKyle

Ben ColwellCallahan

Mitchell CrispiWarner

Abby SteimelVivienne

Tegan ZoephelWhitney

Phillip LaricchiaHarvard Student

Katelyn SpeckBrooke

Caitlin ChrastkaEnid

Tara O’ConnellH & H Salesgirl

Hannah LindellBookish Client

Natalie ThompsonKiki the Colorist

Josh WhitfieldTV Reporter

Tess O’ConnellD.A. Joyce Riley

Matt KackertNikos

Justin MabreyCarlos

Tim DavisJudge

Veronica MartisChutney

Joshua WhitfieldCourt Stenographer

Hannah LindellBailiff

Clarissa GomezAssistant D.A.

Pit Director Matt Todd

Drums Nikesh Patel

Guitar Allan Colorado

Keyboard Tommy Robbins

Percussion Jimmy Robbins

Alto Saxophone Alex Athitakis Sean Lilagan Hayley Paladines

Clarinet Alex Athitakis Chloe Brougham

Flute Eileen Fey

Ashley Korhorn

Piccolo Eileen Fey

Trombone Tiana Ninic

Trumpet Scott Eriksen Jackson Price

Violin Kirstin DeGuzman

ACT I

“Omigod You Guys”....................................................Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar and Company

“Serious”....................................................................................................Elle and Warner

“What You Want”...........................Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Kate, Elle’s Parents and Company

“The Harvard Variations”......................Emmett, Aaron, Enid, Padamadan and Harvard Students

“Blood in the Water”..........................................................................Callahan and Company

“Positive”.....................................................................Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar and chorus

“Ireland”...............................................................................................................Paulette

“Ireland (Reprise)”.................................................................................................Paulette

“Serious (Reprise)”......................................................................................Elle and Warner

“Chip on My Shoulder”.............................................Elle, Emmett, Greek Chorus and Company

“So Much Better”.................................................................Elle, Greek Chorus and Company

INTERMISSION - 15 MINUTES

ACT II

“Whipped into Shape”.............................................................Brooke, Callahan and Company

“Take It Like a Man”.................................................................Elle, Emmett and Salespeople

“Bend and Snap”...............................................Elle, Paulette, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Bend and Snap Guys and Salonfolk

“Gay or European”............Elle, Callahan, Emmett, Brooke, Vivienne, Warner, Enid, Judge, Nikos, Carlos and Company

“Legally Blonde”.........................................................................................Elle and Emmett

“Legally Blonde Remix”........................Vivienne, Elle, Enid, Brooke, Elle’s Parents and Company

“Find My Way/Finale”......................................................Elle, Paulette, Emmett and Company

pit orchestra

Director Michael LealiMusic Director Frank TieriStudent Director Khadijah LeveretteChoreographer Alex WattsAssistant Choreographer Matt Hughs, Maureen O’HaraAssistant Vocal Coach Matt HughsTech Manager Colleen AccardoLighting Designer Sean TaitLight Operator Anna HowellSpotlight Operators Anthony Ortiz, Ginger SimmonsSound Operators Andy Kucherov, Brenna ZoephelFly Operator Andy GarcicaStage Crew Khadijah Leverette, Jessica Whitfield, Rahat Rizwan, Karina Riscos, Brian Brems, Jacob Lantz, Sharon StolarzProp Master Jessica WhitfieldCostume Head Maya DoughertyCostume Crew Ilia Rivera, Angelique JohnsonPuppet Master Jenny MartisThis performance is rated PG-13.

July 29-August 1, 2015Oswego high school

Legally Blonde is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019. Phone (212) 541-4684 Fax (212) 397-4684 www.mtishows.com

Check out Limelight’s Fall Radio Play Series and fall programs at limelighttheatrecompany.org!

When I tell people that I’ve been directing Legally Blonde, I usually get, “Oh, isn’t that fun!” And they emphasize “fun” much like they would respond to seeing a toddler attempting to file a lawsuit. “Isn’t that cute!” In many ways Legally Blonde the Musical is “fun” and “cute,” but, like our very own Elle Woods, I believe that this show is so much more than it seems. At the heart of this musical is a deep understanding of self-discovery, pursuing dreams in spite of obstinacy, and discovering that love can exist where we hadn’t expected to look. Yes, we spend most of our time in a salon, and we sing ridiculous songs, but what is life’s journey without laughter? Elle Woods is a strong female protagonist that we can cheer on as she fights for justice, never losing sight of who she is, with unrestrained sincerity. For all of this, I do have to say that this production has been an absolute pleasure and, well, a lot of fun. The directing team, the cast, the tech crew – I couldn’t ask for better people to work with or a better way to spend my summer. The genuine talent and heart of this group of people is truly astounding. I hope that you enjoy tonight’s production, and that you’ll leave encouraged, empowered, and determined to make your dreams come true…even if they aren’t what you originally set out to achieve. - Michael Leali

director’s note

Artistic Director Cori Veverka Director of Development Brian BremsManaging Director Laurie NevillsAdministrative Director Michael Leali

Ginny Bateman, Kristie Vest, Laura Finch, Kate Scholtes, Operations and Conservation Staff, and the rest of the Oswegoland Park District.

SD308 staff including Bill Nunameker, Scott Bedell, Eric Arrimbide, Estafany Sanchez, and the OHS custodial staff for working graciously with us.

OHS and OEHS Drama Clubs for sharing props, set pieces, costumes, and more.

OHS Band for sharing space and instruments with our Pit Orchestra.

All of the participants, parents, and families over the past 15 YEARS who helped make Limelight what it is today by devoting time, talents, materials, and support. Thank you for being a part of our family!

special thanks to

limelight staff

Th

e C

ast Katie Meyer

Elle

Lizzy SmithMargot

Ally FilicicchiaSerena

Sydney SwansonPilar

Sadie PotvinGaelen

Ashley SmithKate

Izzy ThalmanLeila

Elise ThalmanAni

Tegan ZoephelSaleswoman

Madeline ReavleyStore Manager

Matt KackertElle’s Dad

Ceci CarringtonElle’s Mom

Stewie SimonsGrandmaster Chad

Justin MabreyWinthrop

Tim DavisLowell

Phillip LaricchiaPforzheimer

Bobby TavesEmmett

Jacob WestpfahlJet Blue Pilot

Stewie SimonsAaron

Justin MabreyPadamadan

Natalie ThompsonPaulette

Matt KackertDewey

Brandon MabreyKyle

Ben ColwellCallahan

Mitchell CrispiWarner

Miranda JohnsonVivienne

Tegan ZoephelWhitney

Phillip LaricchiaHarvard Student

Katelyn SpeckBrooke

Caitlin ChrastkaEnid

Tara O’ConnellH & H Salesgirl

Hannah LindellBookish Client

Maureen O’HaraKiki the Colorist

Josh WhitfieldTV Reporter

Tess O’ConnellD.A. Joyce Riley

Matt KackertNikos

Justin MabreyCarlos

Tim DavisJudge

Veronica MartisChutney

Joshua WhitfieldCourt Stenographer

Hannah LindellBailiff

Clarissa GomezAssistant D.A.

Pit Director Matt Todd

Drums Nikesh Patel

Guitar Allan Colorado

Keyboard Tommy Robbins

Percussion Jimmy Robbins

Alto Saxophone Alex Athitakis Sean Lilagan Hayley Paladines

Clarinet Alex Athitakis Chloe Brougham

Flute Eileen Fey

Ashley Korhorn

Piccolo Eileen Fey

Trombone Tiana Ninic

Trumpet Scott Eriksen Jackson Price

Violin Kirstin DeGuzman

pit orchestra

This performance is rated PG-13.

CREW

ACT I

“Omigod You Guys”....................................................Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar and Company

“Serious”....................................................................................................Elle and Warner

“What You Want”...........................Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Kate, Elle’s Parents and Company

“The Harvard Variations”......................Emmett, Aaron, Enid, Padamadan and Harvard Students

“Blood in the Water”..........................................................................Callahan and Company

“Positive”.....................................................................Elle, Serena, Margot, Pilar and chorus

“Ireland”...............................................................................................................Paulette

“Ireland (Reprise)”.................................................................................................Paulette

“Serious (Reprise)”......................................................................................Elle and Warner

“Chip on My Shoulder”.............................................Elle, Emmett, Greek Chorus and Company

“So Much Better”.................................................................Elle, Greek Chorus and Company

INTERMISSION - 15 MINUTES

ACT II

“Whipped into Shape”.............................................................Brooke, Callahan and Company

“Take It Like a Man”.................................................................Elle, Emmett and Salespeople

“Bend and Snap”...............................................Elle, Paulette, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Bend and Snap Guys and Salonfolk

“Gay or European”............Elle, Callahan, Emmett, Brooke, Vivienne, Warner, Enid, Judge, Nikos, Carlos and Company

“Legally Blonde”.........................................................................................Elle and Emmett

“Legally Blonde Remix”........................Vivienne, Elle, Enid, Brooke, Elle’s Parents and Company

“Find My Way/Finale”......................................................Elle, Paulette, Emmett and Company

Director Michael LealiMusic Director Frank TieriStudent Director Khadijah LeveretteChoreographer Alex WattsAssistant Choreographer Matt Hughs, Maureen O’HaraAssistant Vocal Coach Matt HughsTech Manager Colleen AccardoLighting Designer Sean TaitLight Operator Anna HowellSpotlight Operators Anthony Ortiz, Ginger SimmonsSound Operators Andy Kucherov, Brenna ZoephelFly Operator Andy GarcicaStage Crew Khadijah Leverette, Jessica Whitfield, Rahat Rizwan, Karina Riscos, Brian Brems, Jacob Lantz, Sharon StolarzProp Master Jessica WhitfieldCostume Head Maya DoughertyCostume Crew Ilia Rivera, Angelique JohnsonPuppet Master Jenny Martis