Bios
Clearly, I didn't state my expectations to enough detail about the bios or photos. While these bios may be silly and fun, they are not reflective of the quality of production I have intended or the integrity you deserve.
A performance bio usually has the actor's name, character, training, past roles/performances, and special thanks. We may need to expand beyond 25 words for this to happen. Often in high school productions, parents are recognized.
For example: Thrilled about his acting debut at JM after being in 2 John Adams productions, Eric has been having fun playing on stage. He especially thanks his parents for their support and late dinners.
Another example: A familiar sight on stage after 9 JM productions, Eric has also been seen at the Civic Theater (Frankenstein, Sleeping Beauty) and Masque (All's Well That Ends Well). He is heading off to study technical theatre at Winona next fall.
We need Bio photos for:
John Richardson
Nick Anderson
Sarah Boutcher
Joey Haddock??
Mike Latana
Pit?
Running Crew?
Sound/Lights?
Laude?
Deb?
Nate Ahrensfeld (Guard, chorus)- “ We were right! They’ve got enough gunpowder down there to blow up the entire city!
Madeline Allen (Rebecca)- If I had a monkey for everytime I’ve said “God of the Universe!” I’d have a lot of monkeys. Sizzle Manlizzle for life!
Olivia Allen (Chorus)- Is a freshman at JM this year. She’s thrilled to be in Theatre JM’s production of “Rags” and can’t wait for next year.
Nick Anderson (Guard/ Chorus)- I’m 18, and so for my Senior year I decided to have a little fun, therefore I’ve been in the fall play and this one
Tom Arachtinge (Nat Harris)- This is the only production I’ve acted in since “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat” in 8th grade. Shrake is my hero. God Bless.
Erica Bisbey (Irish Girl/ Chorus)- I secretly believe that I’m a genius but haven’t fully tapped into my profound mental abilities. For now I’m posing as a happy, modest highschooler.
Sarah Boutcher (Student Director)- Stunningly attractive, this redheaded Canadian Senior has been taking orders from Mr. Decker for three years now. She enjoys Café Mochas and fromage.
Siri Brobst (Landlady/ Chorus)- From the jungles of Southeast Asia, kidnapped and raised by pirate-wombats, Siri has a certain flair for adventure and happens to look ravishing in yellow.
Kirsten Casella (Rebecca)- I’m ecstatic about my part in the play; I love music and singing, and Rags, though rather depressing, has some of the best music I’ve heard.
Allison Cooney (Head Lights Tech)- A senior, she’s been reigning over the sound and light booth for many a year. She enjoys long walks on the beach…and is taken.
Robert Croghan (Hamlet/ Chorus)- I am Robert Croghan and I play Hamlet in Rags as well as in the chorus. I was in OUAM, Babes in Arms, and You Can’t Take It With You.
Emily Dieter (
Katie Eberhard (Chorus)- 9th grade, This is my 1st JM production. I’m a trumpet in band and on speech team. Crazy Actors Rule!
Alyssa Edlund (Chorus)- Rags is Alyssa’s first and final theatre performance at JM, though she’s been dancing 15 years. “For the first time, I feel… Wicked!” Go Flutes!
Erik Edlund (Rosencrantz/ Chorus)- My name is Erik. I’m a sophomore, and this is my first JM theatre production. I come from
Al Gresbrink (Big Tim)- A senior this year, making his first appearance in a JM play. When asked about the play, he says, “I love it!”
Emily Gresbrink (Mrs.Sullivan)- Her first musical at JM, was last seen as Rheba in fall 2005. Emily is involved at the Masque, Civic, and more! “I love you mom and dad! *Kissy*”
Joey Haddock (Avram)- Joey loves JM; Joey enjoyed play much much; Frisbee is live! Word; First Haiku sucked; Joey now rethinks letting; Siri write bio
Janelle Jorgensen (Chorus)- Is one of those girls running about up there who really is happy despite the subject matter of this play. Yay for love!!!
Katrina Koehler (Klezmer/Chorus)- Katrinna is a freshman and has always had a love for theatre and music. She’s been in many plays at RCLS since 5th grade.
Michael Latana (Mr Bronstien)- Status: Senior;
Michael Manansala (Chorus)- Age: 16, Grade: 10, Other school activites: Speech Team, Student Council, Upward Bound. “My very enthusiastic and optimistically positive attitude keeps me going in the toughest situations.”
Elizabeth Merrill (Morris/ Chorus)- My name is Marta and I’m going to be seven... on… uh… *OH CRAP WRONG PLAY!*… oh… yea for my mama!
Arij Mikati(Sweatshop/Chorus)- I really don’t have a life, I sold it to the stage, years ago. Best five bucks I ever made.
Paul Moore (Saul)- Quite F.O.S., Paul, a junior, has found himself in two Theatre JM productions this year. “Yes, yes…no no no! Its been great-thanks to all!”
Alyssa Mueller (David)- I’m in 9th grade and this is my 1st time in a production at JM. I play piano and cello and I sing in the Honours Choirs Lyric Singers.
Jaclyn Peterson (Ophellia/ Chorus)- Not usually a character other than herself, she plays Ophellia. Shes always had a love for theatre, and always wanted to be a star.
Andy Phillips (Guard/Klezmer/Chorus)- This is my first productions besides pit orchestra in “Babes in Arms”. I LOVE music w/a passion. By the way… “You!... are a big Kaddish!”
Kristen Picket (Morris’s Mother/Chorus)- 17yrs old, Junior, I’m a newbie to the theatre. I haven’t been in any before because of volleyball. Both are awesome.
Nicky Podvin (Guard/ Chorus)- a freshman at JM, making this his first time in a play at JM. He says he loves to act and entertain.
Krishna Pundi (Editor/ Chorus)- I once wrestled a tiger to the ground with my bare hands. Fear me.
Erin Reike (Costumes/Hair)- Costumes… the style of the play. Makeup… the beauty of the play. Hair… the most important part of all plays.
John Richardson (Chorus)-
David Samb (Chorus)- I’ve been in soccer, band, and several other activities, but JM musicals have been my favorite activities.
Aaron Savage (Ben)- I’m a sophomore. I have ADHD. Most of my family is in theatre. I was in the fall play and one act. This is my 9th play.
Rachael Schlingmann (Bella)- I’m a junior and this is the most exciting race I’ve got ever. I love the c ast and hey, no one sees my butt!
Elizabeth Shea (Theif/Klezmer/Chorus)- Is thrilled to be a part of theatre JM! She dedicates all her performances to all in her theatre and real family!
Jared Schuster (Chorus)- started theatre at age 7 in “3 Little Pigs”. Has played numerous parts such as Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof” and Fagin in “Oliver”.
Sara Suginaka (Rachel)- If there’s one name in history that stands out its Luke Skywalker. Sara watched Star Wars once! She does a mean Chewbacca impression—just listen to her song.
posted by erdecker @ 6:41 PM
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Hey Decker
My first name's spelled with 2 n's so Katrinna...just FYI. Have a good rest of the weekend!
so noted, thx Katrinna!
Elizabeth Shea (Klezmer, Thief, Chorus) is thrilled to be in her second play here at JM. Her most recent roles include Option Three in A Whole New You, Marian Paroo in The Music Man, Golde in Fiddler on the Roof, and Maria in The Sound of Music. She thanks her families for their continued support of her onstage career.
Robert Croghan (Hamlet, Chorus) After being in "You Can't Take It With You", "Babes in Arms", and "Once Upon A Mattress", Robert is making another debut and enjoying every minute of it. Robert would like to thank his parents for all the racket they had to put up with.
I have been in 3 previous musicals, but none that have been as dramatic as this one. I am in 9th grade and this is my first theatre production at John Marshall. Currently, I play piano and I sing in the Honors Choirs Lyric Singers.
Siri Brobst (Landlady/Chorus) Siri has enjoyed her three years in Theatre JM in roles such as Flourance (The Movie Game), Terri (Babes in Arms), and Alice (You Can't Take it With You). She is thrilled to wrap up a great season with with such a fun cast.
This is Katie's first JM production. She has been in 4 other musicals and is on Speech Team. She enjoys clogging and reading. Katie also plays the trumpet and piano.
Michael Latana (Mr. Bronstien) – Formally a member of the pit orchestra for the past three years, Michael makes his first theatre debut in “Rags”. Michael will be a future Iowa State University student with career aspirations to become a Secondary Education Music Director and hopes to join The Colts Drum and Bugle Corps.
Cut down to 25 words...
Michael Latana (Mr. Bronstien) – Pit orchestra member for three years; first year on stage. Plans studying Music Education at Iowa State University; career aspirations: High School Music Director.
ELizabeth Merrill(Sweatshop/Chorus/Morris): Now as a freshman she is a new face to the high school stage though not a new face to theater.She has been on stage since fourth grade with dance, acting, and singing. She has recently starred in "Alianora" as Alianora, and was Adah in "Fiddler on the Roof". She hopes to be a friend to the stage for the rest of her high school carrer and carry that with her through out her life. She just wants to say "Thank You!" to all who have supported her throughout the years, and continue to today.
Sabina Ceric (crew)- Enjoying her first JM theater production experience, Sabina Ceric lights up the stage with her warm heart and technical skill. She would like to thank the cast for being so much fun and her parents who have supported her through everything!
Nate Ahrensfeld – (Guard/chorus) A JM theatre veteran, Nate Ahrensfeld has made appearances in A Bright Clear Sky, Babes in Arms, and You Can’t take it With You. He invites you to let this play move you, as it has moved the cast.
Krishna Pundi (Editor/Chorus)
Nourishing his acting career once again, Krishna has recently returned from the state of Iowa and, toughened by the corn, plays the role of the agitated editor and chorus member in Rags. Krishna has enjoyed his times in theater, in and out of theatre JM including Babes in Arms and The Sound of Music. He hopes to continue his acting career in the remainder of his high school years and beyond.
Alton Gresbrink (Immigrant, Big Tim Sullivan) - Al is thrilled to be apart of the cast of "Rages" for his first ever theater performance. He would love to continue in plays at Winona State next year. Special thanks to his parents, friends, and of course, his sister, whom he is, unlike in this play, not married too.
Nicholas Anderson(Guard, street person) - This is Nick's second and last play, his first was staring as Paul Sycamore in the fall production of "You Can't Take it With You". This year the productions have been great. He gives thanks to his friends, and family for always being there.
Thomas Arachtingi (Nathan Harris)-Thomas is making his first stage debut since playing Reuben in the St. Pius X production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" in 8th grade. Thomas has worked in the orchestra pit playing the synthesizer in "Once Upon a Mattress" and "Babes in Arms". He says his cousin Nathan is his and "Thanks to everyone who ever gave me a ride. God bless."
Rachael Schlingmann (Bella)
Rachael has been involved in theater since 7th grade and loves it. Most recently Rachael played Gay Wellington in "You Can't Take It With You." She is very excited to continue her devotion to JM Theater and she thanks her Mother and friends for all of their support (and flowers).
Erik Edlund (chorus)- Enjoying his first JM theater production experience, Erik would like to thank both his parents and peers for their support. Erik looks forward to spending more quality time with Theater JM in the future.
Alyssa Edlund (Immigrant/dancer/Democrat/chorus)Though this is Alyssa's first and final play at JM, she's no stranger to theater dust. With fifteen years of dancing experience, she plans to continue dancing in college next year (at an undisclosed location). Many thanks to the Parental Units, mentors, and fellow geeks for their continued support through the years!
Paul Moore (Saul)- A junior, "Saulo Paulo" has found himself in his first two Theatre JM productions this year, the last being fall 2005's "You Can't Take It With You". Juggling Speech Team (Discussion) and Theatre, he has considered it his most amazing year to date (well, not academically). "Thanks to everyone-the late nights and early mornings have been worth it!"
-Paul Moore
Edit for my bio->'He says his cousin Nathan is his hero and "Thanks...'
Sorry!
Joey Haddock, a senior, is currently in his fourth (consecutive) play with theater JM. Joey would especially like to thank his mother and father for their enormous patience, and for putting up with his lack of presence anywhere except the John Marshall stage.
Jared Schuster, and somewhat tall freshman at John Marshal High School has starred in many productions, including "Fiddler on the Ruff" (Tevye) and "Oliver" (Fagin) is enjoying his frist high school level play, in which he stars as the marvelous part of chorus member #7. He'd like to say "You stay classy, San Diego."
Surprisingly enough, this is Emily Dieter's first appearance in a JM play. She is a graduating senior and plans on attending Liberty University in Virginia next fall. She hopes to major in music and Bible studies, and she thanks her loving parents for their support!
Ranging from a violin to a piccolo to a triangle, the pit is a cumulative wealth of musical talent and experience. We bring you the music behind the musical.
- your friends, the pit.
Okay, I found the RCLS info out for you!
Address:
2619 9th Avenue NW
Rochester MN, 55901
Phone number: 289-3267
Fax: 287-6588
Email: info@rcls.net
You can also go to their website at rcls.net. I hope that they can go!
Also, if you do contact them, make sure to mention Alyssa and Erik Edlund, Andy Phillips and myself. We all went there!
Thanks much!
-Katrinna
Debbie Hill Fuehrer (Choreographer) – Trained at Minnesota Dance Theatre, she has choreographed more than 35 plays and has acted in more than 200 productions, including videos and commercials. “Every rehearsal with this talented cast and crew reminds me why I’m in theatre.”
Olivia Allen (Sweatshop/Chorus) - As a freshman at JM this year, Olivia is adding "Rags" to her resume of musicals. A few of her most recent roles include Hodel (Fiddler on the Roof), Widow Corney (Oliver), and Belinda Cratchit (A Christmas Carol). She would like to thank her wonderful family and friends for their support and for putting up with her all these years.
Kirsten Casella (Rebecca) is thrilled to be a part of theater JM once more in her sixth production to date. She believes the music of RAGS to have the same haunting melody as the significance and power that she knows the show will bring to all viewer's hearts. Always a lover of music, she hopes the audience will enjoy the music and go home singing and talking: but only good things.
quick spelling correction:
Gresbrink.
(i saw it somewhere spelled as Gresbring.)
that's all.
--emily, representing emily and al.--
Eric Decker (Director) - Eric has directed 39 shows, for eight regional school and community theaters. This summer he'll begin his Master of Arts in Directing with The Theatre Conservatory at The Chicago College of Performing Arts. Favorite productions include "An Enemy of the People" and last year's "Babes in Arms." When not near a stage, he plays at home with his wonderfully supportive partner, Sara, and their three children, Gabriel, Magnolia, and Esme.
Stela Burdt (Music Directors) – Stela is a freelance vocalist, actor, sound designer, accompanist and a theatre and music educator. In the last several years most of her acting has been on stage at The Commonweal Theatre Company. Favorite shows there include Zombies from the Beyond and The Nutcracker and The Mouse King. She proudly serves as Artistic and Music Director of the Lanesboro Radio Company's "Over the Back Fence" live radio show, a program of The Commonweal Theatre. She and her husband, Scott Dixon, make their home in Lanesboro.
Hey
I was looking at the bios yesterday on the bus, mine was never updated, it's right on the blog, Sarah typed up mine the right way. Just letting you know so it doesn't sound as dorky :D
--Miss Katrinna
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