Music Theater Works

The Producers
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
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Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.

Production Team

JOYCE SAXON is the 2023 Music Theater Works Season Sponsor.

Director
L. Walter Stearns

Music Director
Eugene Dizon

Choreographer
Darryl K. Clark

Scenic Designer
Jonathan Berg-Einhorn

Lighting Designer
Andrew Meyers

Costume Designer
Rachel M. Sypniewski

Sound Designer
Matthew R. Chase

Production Manager
Chris Chase

Company Manager
Jennifer King Russell

Stage Manager
Allison Gonzales

Hair, Wig, and Makeup Designer
Keith Ryan

Props Designer
Noah Elman

Fight Choreographer
Nick Sandys

Intimacy Choreographer
Amber Wuttke

Dramaturg
Anita Silvert

Dialect Coach
August Rain Stamper

Assistant Music Director
Aaron Kahn

Assistant Choreographer
Nick Johnson

Assistant Costume Designer
Kristen Brinati

Stitcher
Patty Halajian

Assistant Stage Manager
Anna Vu

Master Electrician/Lighting Programmer
Chelsea Lynn

Scene Shop Technical Director
Will Hughes

Production Sound Engineer
Forrest Gregor

Music Intern
Contessa Loveless

Music Contractor
Linda Madonia

Second Assistant Stage Manager
Lily Landoch

Run Crew
Blue Dupuis

Run Crew
Ethan Colish

Rail Operator
Caleb Woodring

Wardrobe Run Crew
Kristen Brinati

Wardrobe Run Crew
Lauren Talsma

Light Board Operator
Ethan McIntosh

Spotlight Operator
Alon Stotter

Spotlight Operator
Riley Woods

Head Audio/A1
Vija Lapp

A2
Eric Brown

A Few Words from the Director

Laughing WITH us, not AT us - Political Humor in Mel Brook's THE PRODUCERS

This show has a little something to offend everyone. It is the work of a comic genius who understood that one way to make a positive change in the world was to make 'em laugh. Tonight, I invite you to enjoy THE PRODUCERS and laugh with us.

Whether one should be offended by THE PRODUCERS or any of its comedy is subjective, as humor affects individuals differently. Mel Brooks' intention in THE PRODUCERS is to satirize and criticize offensive ideas, not glorify them. Understanding the satirical context helps put offensive humor in perspective. Comedy can be a powerful tool for introspection and social commentary, but sensitivity to its potential impact on individuals or communities is essential.

This show offers a unique opportunity to look at the differences between people and recognize what issues are pulling us apart and what we might have in common. That is the magic of this great musical comedy.

-L. Walter Stearns, director

Cast List

Max Bialystock		Thomas M. Shea
Leo Bloom		David Geinosky
Ulla		Kelsey MacDonald
Frank Libkind		Sam Nachison
Roger de Bris		Steve McDonagh
Carmen Ghia		Eustace J. Williams
Max Understudy		Timothy Wolf
Ensemble / Leo Understudy		Jack Bowes
Ensemble/ Ulla Understudy		Karilyn Veres
Ensemble/Carmen Ghia Understudy		Justin Payton Nelson
Ensemble		Andrew John Baker
Ensemble		David Blakeman
Ensemble		Anna Brown
Ensemble		Alexander Christie
Ensemble		Renée Dwyer
Ensemble		Lacey Jack
Ensemble		Nick Johnson
Ensemble		Katie Kotila
Ensemble		Rachel Livingston
Ensemble		Kelly Lohrenz
Ensemble		Ethan Lupp
Ensemble		Caitlyn Porayko
Ensemble		Palash Ranjit
Ensemble		Erol Ibrahimovic
Ensemble		Melody Rowland
Ensemble		Alex Villasenor

Swing		Alex Iacobucci
Swing		Jenny Couch

Orchestra

Conductor: Eugene Dizon, Piano: Linda Madonia, Violin 1: Alison Tatum, Violin 2: Hillary Bayley, Cello: Lewis Rawlinson, Bass: Joseph Krysniak, Reed 1: Cara Strauss, Reed 2: David Orlicz, Reed 3: Sophie Creutz, Reed 4: Matthew Beck, Trumpet 1: Gregory Stauss, Trumpet 2: Amy Nelson, Trombone 1: Stephanie Lebens, Trombone 2: Joshua Torrey, French Horn: Sarah Younker, Drums: Lindsay Williams, Percussion: Tina Laughlin