Welcome to Orange County Children’s Theatre’s spring production of “Cinderella.” The talented kids you are about to see have put in countless hours rehearsing in order to bring this classic tale to life.

Orange County Children’s Theatre was founded in 1969 with the mission to provide op-portunities and instruction in theater arts to children and families throughout Orange County, but our organization provides so much more than that. OCCT is a safe place where all our children can feel free to be themselves while developing important life skills such as confidence and respect for others and oneself. We are more than a theater group; we are a family who takes pride in the success of all the children who perform. As you enjoy our show, know that it is a long history of volunteerism that gives life to what we do at OCCT and sustains this special organization. Thank you to all of our family and friends who have volunteered countless hours to bring this amazing show to life.

Special thanks to our directors, Kaitlyn Tice, Shannon Graham and Autumn Melody Thomas. We are thrilled to have your knowledge, expertise and creative energies in this production. Thank you to our Producer, Lorraine Ross, for keeping things moving smoothly and being strong role models for the kids. Thank you to our Executive Board and the Committee Leads who have given their time to make this the best show yet! As the President of this orga-nization, I am proud of the kids for their hard work and indebted to the parents, directors and volunteers who have given their all to bring our production to life.

I would personally like to invite you to get involved and help preserve the rare and special gift that is OCCT. We look forward to welcoming you into our family. Now sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

Thank you,Dan Lent

Welcome to OCCTA letter from the President

Rachel, Katy, and Gracie

You are true Princesses!Love, Mommy and Daddy

Orange County Children’s Theater’s

“Cinderella”May 2012 at the Stanton Civic Center Auditorium

Directed by: Kaitlyn TiceChoreography by: Shannon Graham

Vocal Direction by: Autumn Melody ThomasProduced by: Lorraine Ross

The City of Stanton

Prince Christopher – Jason Ziegenhagen Stepsister Grace – Julia Croft

Fairy Godmother – Tayler Hayes Queen Constantina – Caitlen Cusimano

Stewart the Steward – Zac Diamond Charles the Cat – Grace Houchen

Cinderella’s Mother – Victoria Thomas

Telegrammers

Amanda HarveyAva Richey

Caitlyn TimmonsColin Parrott

Dilynn CatheyLiam Miley

Regan SheetzRyan Piekarski

Sarah Young

TelegrammerChoreographer

Lizzi Elton

Singing Waitresses/Featured Dancers

Rylee AshcraftAlexa Kushner

Allison LentSamantha Lent

Lauren LowMegan Oviatt

Rebekah ThomasVictoria Thomas

AssistantChoreographer

Lauren Ross

Ensemble

Cara FitzgeraldElizabeth Schlosser

Karly LowHannah Cole

Katy Houchen Lauren Harvey

Michaela YatauroMaya PuterbaughRachel Houchen

Kayla QuirozSofia Sigenfuse

Victoria Souders

Stepmother – Nicole CorteseStepsister Joy – Bria BoothKing Maximilian – Ricardo JuarezLionel the Herald – Caden FraserWolfgang the Chef - Sammy TrujilloDiana the Dog – Abby YoungCinderella’s Father – Sammy Trujillo

Horses – Monique Miley, Cassidy Dorian, Kate Larson & Tiffany TranMice – Kristin Yap, Caitlin Sheetz, Samantha Walker & Kristen Larson

Young Cinderella - Elizabeth Schlosser

The CastCinderella - Megan Walker

OCCT Volunteer Board 2012

Elected Officers:President: Dan Lent

Vice President: Rachel HarkavyProduction Secretary: Kelli Croft

Executive Secretary: Lorraine RossTreasurer: Chris Sheetz

Board of Trustees:President: Pamela TiceMember: Chris Love

Member: Bruce MolyneauxMember: Mark Goldhammer

Member: Sandra LevyMember: Nancie Lafferty

Standing Committee Chairs:Box Office: Miranda LentCostumes: Joanne Booth

Fundraising: Debi WindleHair and Makeup: Elisa Villalobos

Marketing: Donna CramerPublicity: Lulie Kushner

Props: Randy ThomasRefreshments: Todd Young

Sets: Mike Gooch Merchandising: Lorraine Ross

Cinderella Production Committee Leads:Cast Party: Pam Tice

Program: Adam Vigil and Donna CramerVideography by: Mark Ahrens

Corporate SponsorsExperian

City of Stanton

$1000 Lifetime members

H. E. Durbin and Family, Barbara Dotson Family, Michael Furlong, Molyneaux/Berg Family,

Joel Horsager, Tracy Furlong

Honorary Lifetime membersAl and Mavis Ethans, Dave Hall, Dorothy Hassay,

Carlone Herman, Phil Lisle, Alfonso Lugo,Jolene Mack, Terri Miller Schmidt, Ann O’Brien,

John and Dawn Peck, Shari White,Chris Love, Mike Gooch

Supportive Members of OCCTRoss Family

Friends of OCCT Booth Family, Cramer Family

Low Family, Melendez Family, Pierkarski Family

Patrons of OCCT Ansorge Family, Ashcraft Family, Cortese Family

Engle Family, Fink Family, Frogner FamilyGooch Family, Juarez Family, Kushner Family

Lent Family, Neal Family, Nelson FamilyPhillips Family, Shaw Family, Sheetz Family

Sigenfuse Family, Souders Family, Tran FamilyTrujillo Family, Walker Family, Wasson Family

Weber Family, Windle FamilyYap Family, Yatauro Family

We also wish to express our gratitude to ourmany loyal general members!

Join the OCCT Family! Orange County Children’s Theatre is a parent-run, all volunteer non-profit youth organization. We are supported by ticket sales, membership dues, and donations. For

more than 40 years we have been providing a unique opportunity to participate in live theater to the young

people of Orange County. You, your family, or your business may become a

member of OCCT!For membership inquiries, please visit us at the

box office or at our website www.occt.org

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OCCT Presents CINDERELLASpring 2012

Music by: Richard RodgersBook & Lyrics By: Oscar Hammerstein II

Adapted for the stage by: Tom BriggsFrom the teleplay by: Robert L. Freedman

Directed by: Kaitlyn Tice

Choreography by: Shannon GrahamVocal Direction by: Autumn Melody Thomas

Assistant Choreographer: Lauren RossProduced by: Lorraine Ross

Vice President of Productions: Rachel HarkavyStage Manager: Rachel Harkavy

Set Design: Mike GoochLighting Design: Matthew Washburn

Tech: Chris LoveCostume Design: Joanne Booth and Pamela Houchen

Prop Masters: Randy and Kristi ThomasHair and Make-Up Artist: Elisa VillalobosTelegrammer Choreographer: Lizzi Elton

ZacYou have such amazing Talent,

so smart ,and you alwayskeep me laughing with

your greatsense of humor !

I’m so proud of you.

Love you alwaysXOX Mom

Lauren and Karly

Congratulations on a great show!May all your dreams come true.

Love Mom and Dad

Scene SynopsisACT ONE Scene 1 Once Upon a Time Prologue Fairy Godmother, Young Cinderella, Cinderella’s Father and Mother

Scene 2 The Village “The Sweetest Sounds” Cinderella and Prince Christopher “The Prince Is Giving a Ball” Lionel the Herald and Villagers

Scene 3 The Manor House “In My Own Little Corner” Cinderella and Animals

Scene 4 The Castle “Your Majesties” Lionel the Herald, Stewart the Steward, Wolfgang the Chef and Featured Dancers

“Boys and Girls Like You and Me” King Maximilian and Queen Constantina

Reprise: “The Sweetest Sounds” Cinderella and Prince Christopher

Scene 5 The Manor House “Falling In Love with Love” Stepmother

Reprise: “In My Own Little Corner” Cinderella

Scene 6 The Pumpkin Patch “Fol-De-Rol” Fairy Godmother

“Impossible” Cinderella and Fairy Godmother

“The Transformation” Cinderella, Fairy Godmother and Animals

“It’s Possible” – Finale Act 1 Cinderella, Fairy Godmother, Horses, Coachman and Footman

Huntington Beach High School Historic TheaterAugust 10, 11, 12 and 17, 18, 19, 2012

PaP neterThe Musical

ACT TWO Entr’acte Scene 1 The Ball “Gavotte“ Prince Christopher, Featured Dancers & Ensemble

“Loneliness of Evening” Prince Christopher

“The Cinderella Waltz” Cinderella, Prince Christopher, Featured Dancers and Waltzers “Ten Minutes Ago” Cinderella and Prince Christopher

“Stepsister’s Lament” Grace and Joy

“Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?” Cinderella and Prince Christopher

Reprise: “Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?” Prince Christopher, King Maximilian and Queen Constantina

Scene 2 The Manor House “When You’re Driving Through The Moonlight” Cinderella, Stepmother, Grace and Joy

“A Lovely Night” Cinderella, Stepmother, Grace, Joy and Animals

Reprise: “A Lovely Night” Cinderella

Scene 3 The Village “The Search” Prince Christopher, Lionel the Herald, Stewart the Steward, Wolfgang the Chef and Villagers

Scene 4 The Manor House “There’s Music In You” Fairy Godmother and Company

Intermission Featuring Performances by our Singing Waitresses

My Favorite Things – Allison Lent and Lauren Low

Lullaby of Broadway – Alexa Kushner and Rebekah Thomas

Someone Like You – Victoria Thomas

I Could’ve Danced All Night – Rylee Ashcraft and Samantha Lent

Don’t Rain On My Parade – Megan Oviatt

Looking for a few good Pirates to give me a hand....Auditions June 8th & 9th - Eye patches and attitudes welcome

Kaitlyn TiceDirectorKaitlyn is absolutely thrilled to be directing again at Orange County Children’s Theatre. She considers this her home theatre & is so happy to be back! Some of her favorite directing credits include: Oklahoma!, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Oliver!, and Willy Wonka - all at Orange County Children’s Theatre; Wizard of Oz – LHDT; The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), The History of America (Abridged), The Bible (Abridged) & Taming of the Shrew - Hunger Artists Theatre Company; A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Art for Art’s Sake; Annie & Grease - ACE. Some of her favorite choreography credits: Seussical; Best of Broadway – OCCT; The Rocky Horror Show - Maverick Theater; The 1970’s in Mov-ies - The Fox Fullerton; Urinetown - The Relevant Stage. Besides being an off-stage team member, Kaitlyn’s first love is performing. A graduate of Orange County High School of the Arts, Kaitlyn has been performing almost her whole life. Some of her favorite roles include: Catherine Hiatt - The Last Five Years (Gallery Theatre); Beggar Woman - Sweeney Todd (Fullerton College); Carrie Pipperidge - Carousel (OCHSA); Rona Lisa Peretti - 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (LHDT); Mrs. MacAfee - Bye, Bye Birdie (MTOC); Ophelia - Hamlet (AFAS); April - Company, Jenny - Shape of Things (both at Hunger Artists). She is currently the President of the Depot Theatre, and works for the Southern California College of Optometry as a Special Events Coordinator. She would like to thank her parents, first and always, for being a constant love and support in anything she does. Also, her amazing boyfriend, Matthew, for keeping her sane & loved. To the production & creative team for putting their hearts & souls into this show. And to my cast – you have all worked extremely hard on this, it truly is an amazing show. I’m so proud of each & every one of you.

Mom and Dad are so excited for you!

May all your dreams come true!

Alexa, we are so happy youkeep on doing what you love….

We love you !!Mommy, Daddy, Austin, Schyler and Lukka

Autumn Melody ThomasVocal DirectorAutumn Melody Thomas has been singing, dancing, acting, and playing piano for as long as she can remember. As a screen Actors Guild member, Autumn has trained and performed at various venues throughout California, New York, and London on the stage and the screen. She currently works in a musical stunt show, as musical director for several Orange County theatres, and as a voice and piano instructor. She continues to perform for various companies throughout the community and would like to thank Jason Brown for his enduring support through all her endeavors.

You are awesome, Kristin!

We hope you continue to develop

your passion in singing and dancing

through OCCT. We love you very

much!

Shannon GrahamChoreographerShannon is thrilled to be a part of another OCCT show, having directed and cho-reographed for last year’s Best of Broadway production. Some of her favorite per-formances include the West Coast Premier of Honky Tonk Laundry (Katie), Into the Woods (Little Red), Godspell, James and the Giant Peach (Aunt Sponge), “Veronica Mars” (Christmas Caroler), Carmina Burana with the Beijing Symphony, and African American spirituals at the Great Wall of China. She has also performed in various venues as a Christmas caroler with The Christmas Belles Carolers and as a member of The Beach Singers and The Long Beach Camerata Singers. More recently, Shannon has put on the hats of producer, choreographer and director in shows such as Anything Goes (director/producer), Guys and Dolls (director/choreographer), The Pajama Game (producer), Once Upon A Mattress (producer/vocal coach), Peter Pan (director), You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown (director, choreographer), and That’s Life (choreographer/vocal coach). When not at the theater, Shan-non can be found performing in the classroom. She has always had a heart for children, working and volunteer-ing at many schools and after-school programs. In recent years, she has spent a lot of her spare time volunteer-ing for the Choir Program at Marina High School. This has earned her the nickname of Mama Graham, which she embraces whole-heartedly. Shannon has a BA in Liberal Studies and a minor in Music from CSULB where she also received her teaching credential. She hopes to have a classroom of her own soon but is content substituting and being Mama Graham until that day arrives. To the OCCT Family-Thank you for this wonder-ful opportunity to share my love of musical theater with another generation. To my mom and sister, Stephanie-Thank you for all your love and support over the years. To my wonderful husband, Eric-I would not be able to accomplish my dreams without your encouragement, love, and support. I love you! Muah!

Lauren RossAssistant ChoreographerLauren Ross is an 18 year old, OCCT alumni who started out as a telegrammer in Cinderella and finished as Glinda in the Wizard of Oz this past January, with many shows in between. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to come back and cho-reograph for the theater she grew up in. Lauren started dancing at the age of 4 and has kept with it for the past 14 years. She mainly focused on ballet training, but has also taken lyrical, jazz, hip hop, tap, and partnering classes. Lauren has performed in various dance shows with her studio, and has also performed at The White House in Anaheim, the OC Fair, and Disneyland. Lauren has also won numerous awards in local and international competitions, including placing 3rd with her dance company in the Barcelona Grand Prix in Spain. Lauren started choreographing at age 14 for her studio and couldn’t get enough of it because it combined her two passions: dance and teaching. She has choreographed 6 pieces since then, her most recent being a solo she performed at the Cappie Talent Show to represent her high school, Brethren Christian. Her junior year, she was the student choreographer for her school’s musical, Pinnochio, which got her nominated for a Cappie Award. She has choreographed many other pieces at her school and studio and holds each one of them in a special place in her heart. Lauren is currently a Liberal Studies Major at CSULB and plans on using her Education Specialist credentials for teaching and dance therapy. Thank you to the One who keeps me danc-ing: Jesus Christ, and his strength that never fails. Thank you so much to the OCCT board and the Directors for giving me this opportunity and to all the cast for working so hard! You all are wonderful and I know you’ll have a great show!

Have a wonderful show!We are so proud of you!!!

Kayla

Love; Mom, Dad & Erica... :D

Good Luck to our fair Maiden, Victoria.You are a shining star!!!!

Love Mom, Dad, and Claire(Tyler Too)

Elizabeth EltonTelegrammer Choreographer Growing up, Elizabeth has always been interested in the performing arts. Starting with organizing neighborhood plays with the local kids, Elizabeth finally moved on to join Orange County Children’s Theater (OCCT), where she has received the bulk of her musical theater training. Since then Elizabeth has appeared in shows such as Seussical (Sour Kangaroo), Annie (Star-To-Be), Best of Broadway (Miss Hannigan/Elphaba), and most recently Wizard of Oz (Wicked Witch) all with OCCT. Also, Elizabeth has taken quite a variety of acting workshops, voice lessons, and dance classes beginning with Macker Entertainment and continuing at Or-ange County High School of the Arts (OCHSA). She started attending OCHSA six years ago, where she enrolled in her first Jazz class, and began to enjoy the art of dance. Elizabeth has, as such, training in teaching dance as well. She has been the dance assistant for another OCCT show, Oklahoma!. She has also been a teacher’s assistant for her dance teacher at OCHSA. As an old OCCT performer, Elizabeth is thrilled to be returning as the Telegrammer Choreographer. She wishes all of them luck and good wishes, and knows they will all shine on stage! So, sit back, relax, and enjoy your pumpkin ride through Cinderella!

Sam and Allie

We are so proud ofeverything you do!

Have a blast at the Ball!!

We love you!!

Rylee Ashcraft – Singing Waitress / Featured DancerWelcome everyone!!! I am so excited to be back with my OCCT family performing in “Cinderella!” I am 19 years old and am going to school to be an occupational therapist. I have been in musicals since I started school and fell in love with them immediately! Some of my favorite shows have been “The Wizard of Oz” (with OCCT), playing Mother in “The Velveteen Rabbit” (with Go Fame!), and Patty Simcox in “Grease” (with Wilson High School and Musical Theater West). Enjoy the show! Bria Booth – Stepsister JoyWelcome to our show! I am a 13 year old 7th grader at Rolling Hills Prep. I love OCCT and all of the friends I have met here. This is the most fun role that I have ever had. It’s a joy to play Joy! My other favorite roles have been Ariel in “The Little Mermaid,” Sandy in “Grease,” and a Silly Girl in “Beauty and the Beast.” I hope you have a lovely night!

Hannah Cole – Featured Waltzer / EnsembleI am 14 years old and have been homeschooled for my 8th grade year. All of the arts interest me and I love to draw and paint. I also love to act, dance, and sing. I have been in a few other productions such as “Seussical the Musical,” “Broadway Through the Ages,” and “American Girl.” This is my first production with OCCT and already I love being here and plan on doing more shows with them. Thanks for coming to our production of “Cinderella” and I hope you enjoy the show!!!

Nicole Cortese – StepmotherWhy hello there! This is my second show at OCCT and I am having a blast! I have previously been in “Beauty and the Beast” as part of the ensemble. This is my first evil role, so I am very excited! I am involved in APA at Huntington Beach High School and have been in some productions there such as “Les Misérables,” “The Drowsy Chaperone,” and “Damn Yankees.” I have had so much fun with this show. I hope I’ve made a proper impression upon you and enjoy the show!

CongratulationsPeanut!!!

So proud of you!

Love,Dad, Mom and Abby

Julia Croft – Stepsister GraceHello! I’m so happy to play a stepsister in OCCT’s “Cinderella!” I’m 14 years old and a freshman at Huntington Beach High SchooI. I am also involved in the Academy for the Performing Arts. Recently, I have been accepted into the Musical Theatre department which will be my major sophomore year! This show marks my third year with OCCT and I don’t know where I would be without it! Some of my favorite roles have been An-nie Oakley in “Best of Broadway,” Narrator in “Beauty in the Beast,” and a Lead Tree in “The Wizard of Oz.” Thank you so much to all of the directors for giving me my first lead! Thank you to my family and friends for supporting me! As Grace would say, “anks- thay or-fay oming-cay! Enay oy jay uh- thay oh shay!!!”

Caitlen Cusimano – Queen ConstantinaWhy hello, fancy meeting you here. As the writing next to my face tells you, I’m Caitlen. I’m 19 years old and currently attend OCC where I’m working on my transfer credits to hopefully attend NYU. I’ve been doing shows with OCCT for 11 years and I just can’t seem to leave this place thanks to the amazing people here. Some favorite roles in and outside of OCCT include: Ado Annie (“Oklahoma!”), Miss Hannigan (“Annie”), Miss Lynch (“Grease”), and Woman of the rev./Factory girl #3/Lovely Lady (“Les Miserables” in APA). I would like to thank the directors for their hard work, my family for their constant love and support, my friends for making my life so much fun, and especially to my best friend since kindergarten, Lauren Ross, for being the most amazing friend and sticking right by my side through everything. I love you Rossie!

Zac Diamond – Stewart the StewardHey there! This is my second OCCT show. I had a blast working on this show just as you will have watching it. The last show I did was “The Wizard of Oz,” as my role of The Guard and Uncle Henry. OCCT is like a family to me and these shows have been the experience of a lifetime. Acting is my passion. It drives me through my day and it is what I live for. I am a 15-year old sophomore at the Orange County High School of the Arts and major in acting. I hope you enjoy my role in “Cinderella” as The Steward as well as our entire play. The director is incredible as well as every last cast member in the show. ENJOY!

We are excited for you Nicoleand know you will Rock the Stepmother role!

We love you Mom, Dad, and Noelle xo

Cassidy Dorain – Horse / Ensemble Hi! I go to Hawes Elementary School and I’m in the 5th grade. This is my first play with OCCT, but I have been in many plays at Starlight Theatre and my church. Some roles I have enjoyed playing have been Annie in “Annie the Musical,” Golde in “Fiddler on the Roof,” and Scarecrow in “The Wizard of Oz.” I’m so excited to perform for OCCT so sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Cara Fitzgerald – Ensemble Hi! I just turned 11 years old in April. This is my first show with OCCT and I love do-ing it! I am in the 5th grade at Hawes Elementary School. I love acting, singing, swim-ming and laughing. I am so excited to be in “Cinderella.” My favorite princess when I was little was, of course, Cinderella! I have also been in many other plays at my other theater group including “Mary Poppins,” “Annie,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Christmas Carol,” and “Fiddler on the Roof.” I hope you enjoy the show and we will see who that glass slipper fits on!

Caden Fraser – Lionel the HeraldHi and welcome to the show. I am 14 years old and an 8th grader at Bell Intermediate School. This is my 11th show and 4th year with OCCT. I have also done shows with The Attic Community Theater and The Liberty Theater. I enjoy acting, singing, playing base-ball and hanging out with my friends. I hope you enjoy the show and see you at the Ball!

Abby and Sarah

You two have made allour wishes come true!

We love you - Mom and Dad

Jayson… You have become such a wonderful young man & you make us so proud each time you 

step out on stage!!!  Work hard & follow your dreams!  We love you!  Mom, Dad, Hailey & Logan

Our Prince!

Lauren Harvey – EnsembleHello, my name is Lauren. I am 10 years old and I’m in the 4th grade at SmithElementary School. This is my third show with OCCT. I have been in “Oklahoma,” “The Wizard of Oz,” and now “Cinderella.” My favorite part I have had so far is the Lul-laby League in the “Wizard of Oz.” I think OCCT is the best theater group and I am looking forward to the show. Enjoy!

Tayler Hayes – Fairy GodmotherHello, my name is Tayler Noel Hayes & I am 19 years old. This is my sixth & last perfor-mance with OCCT & I am so grateful to be playing the Fairy Godmother. I would like to thank all of the directors & production staff for making this performance of “Cinder-ella” possible & a special thanks to Kaitlyn Tice for being such an amazing director and role model. I would also like to thank my family for being so supportive of my love and passion of performing. I would be nowhere without them. Finally, we, as a cast, have had such a ball rehearsing and performing this show. I truly hope you enjoy the performance.

Grace Houchen – Charles the Cat / FootmanHi, I’m Grace Houchen. I am 10 years old and have lived in Huntington Beach my whole life. I am in the 4th grade at Smith Elementary School. I really like to play soccer, run and cook. This is my sixth play with OCCT. I was in” Aladdin,” “Oklahoma!,” “Best of Broadway,” “Beauty and the Beast” and I was a member of The Lollypop Guild in “The Wizard of Oz.” I am very excited to be in “Cinderella” because I love to act, sing & dance. Look for me as Charles the Cat. This is so much fun. Sit back, relax & enjoy the show!

Katherine Houchen – EnsembleHi, I’m Katherine Houchen, but you can call me Katy. I am 10 years old and a triplet with my two sisters in the play just like me. I am a 4th grade student at Smith Elemen-tary School in Huntington Beach where I have lived my whole life. I like to draw, write and make people laugh. When I grow up I want to be a cowgirl. This is my sixth play with OCCT. I have been in “Aladdin,” “Oklahoma,” “Best of Broadway,” “Beauty and the Beast” as well as “The Wizard of Oz.” Have a great time watching the show!

Rachel Houchen – EnsembleHi, I’m Rachel Houchen. I am 10 years old and have two sisters in this play. I am in the 4th grade at Smith Elementary School in Huntington Beach. I really like to run, play on the monkey bars and draw. I am now a Girl Scout Junior and sell cookies and nuts. My dogs are a long haired Chihuahua named Penny and a short haired Chihuahua named Skippy. This is my sixth play with OCCT. I have been in “Aladdin,” “Oklahoma,” “Best of Broadway,” “Beauty and the Beast” as well as “The Wizard of Oz.” It is so much fun to dance and sing and I am very excited to be in “Cinderella.” I hope you enjoy the show.

Lauren Harvey

You’re abeautiful Princess

We Love You!Mom, Dad,Amanda & Biscuit

Ricardo Juarez – King MaximilianHey, what’s up guys? I am 16 years old and, although most of my time in Middle/High School was at OCHSA, I have just recently been enrolled into Newport Harbor High School. This is my very first show with OCCT and I am super stoked to be able to join this awesome group of people for this production of “Cinderella!” In 5th grade I was in my first show and played as Mr. Mayor in “Seussical,” after that I knew that all I wanted to do was to act, sing, and dance on stage or anywhere else I could. I have also been in “Bye Bye Birdie,” “Broadway Bound,” and “Performing with the Pros.” This is what I love to do and I plan to do this for as long as I can! Shout-out to every incredible member of this production and especially to my three peeps Megan W., Zac D. and Jay Z. who made this show that much more amazing! So sit on down and enjoy the show!

Alexa Kushner – Singing Waitress / Featured Dancer Hi! Cinderella is my 12th show with OCCT. I am 12 years old and attend Morris Elementary in Cypress. I will be going to OCHSA this fall and I’m really excited about starting there. I love to sing and dance and hang out with my friends. I want to thank my mom, dad, brother and sister for always supporting me in everything I do. I hope you enjoy the show!!

Kate Larson – Horse / EnsembleBonjour! I’m thrilled to be a part of the ensemble in OCCT’s production of “Cinderella.” I’m 13 years old and I’m in the 7th grade at Dehesa Charter School. In my free time I like cooking, reading, acting and listening to music. This is my first show with OCCT and I’m having a blast! Thanks to the fabulous cast for being fantastic! Enjoy the show!

Kate and Kristen Larson

We Love to you see your passion shine through! Have fun! We are so proud of you

two!!!

Love Mom and Dad, Nick and Nate

Kristen Larson – MouseHi! My name is Kristen Larson, but you can call me Bob. I’m 10 years old and I go to Dehesa Charter School and this is my first OCCT production. When I’m not on stage, I like playing in the pool and hang out with friends. I love my part, because I get to be Cinderella’s best friend! I get to be a mouse! I hope you guys like the show!

Allison Lent – Singing Waitress / Featured DancerOh. Hi! Didn’t see you there! My name is Allie, but you probably already know that. I’m 14 years old and am an 8th grader at Hewes Middle School. I’ve been in 10 other OCCT productions and I’ve been the telegrammer choreographer twice in “Aladdin Jr.” and “The Wizard of Oz.” I love theater as well as other things such as softball. I’d like to dedicate this show to my twin sister, Sam Lent, and my cousin, Julia Croft. I’d also like to acknowledge my parents, Kristi Boden and Dan Lent, who you may know as the Presi-dent. Thank you for coming and I hope you enjoy the show!

Samantha Lent – Singing Waitress / Featured DancerBonjour! Je m’appelle Sam! I am 14 years young and attend Hewes Middle School and I’m in the 8th grade. This is my 12th show with OCCT and my favorite roles include Thing 1 in “Seussical” and Penny in “The Best of Broadway.” A few of my favorite things include cheerleading, theater, orange chicken, shopping, texting, listening to music, speak-ing French and singing in the shower! :) I have a twin sister named Allie who is also in this show - I love you and our epic weirdness - and my cousin Julia - we like to take vita-mins and quote SpongeBob. Love you! I’d like to thank Kaitlyn, Shannon and Autumn for casting me and being such amazing directors. Well, enjoy the show…or else!

Karly Low – EnsembleHello and welcome to the show! I have been in several other OCCT shows like the “Best of Broadway” and “The Wizard of Oz.” My roles have been Audrey (“Little Shop of Horrors”) and Nikko the flying monkey (“The Wizard of Oz”) and so much more. “Cin-derella” has been such a fun show. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have, so enter into the magical world that is “Cinderella.”

Lauren Low – Singing Waitress / Featured Dancer Hi! I am 13 years old and I’m an 8th grader at Mesa View Middle School. This fall I am excited to attend Huntington Beach High School and be a Musical Theater major in the APA program. Someday I hope to perform on Broadway. Shout out to my “sister” Allie ( June). Hope you enjoy the show!

You have come so far from that shy little

girl, to now a blossoming young

actress!Your heart light is still shining bright, just as it always has. We love

you and are so very proud of you.

Dear Cara Love Dad, Mom and Sean

CadenYou crack us up! Keep up

the good work! We're proud of you!

Love, Mom,Dad and Noah

Monique Miley – Horse / EnsembleHey there! I am 10 years old and this is my first time ever in an OCCT play! I am super excited and everyone here is so nice and talented! I love to read, play soccer, play trumpet and hang out with my friends. I just want to give a special “Hey” to some very special people who I hope are in the audience – Deanna Rey, Rachel, Rose, Quynh, my BFF for life, Rhiannon Finley, and my other best friends Joslin and Madeylene. Thank you and enjoy the show!

Megan Oviatt – Singing Waitress / Featured DancerHello! This is my 6th show with OCCT, my 7th in total. You might have seen me as part of the Adult Ensemble in OCCT’s Summer show, ‘Beauty and the Beast’. I am a fresh-man at OCHSA. I hope you enjoy OCCT’S wonderful production of Cinderella.

Maya Puterbaugh – Featured Waltzer / EnsembleHi! I am 12 years old and this is my second play with OCCT so far and I plan on stay-ing a part of this wonderful organization for many years to come. Besides theater, I enjoy singing, swimming, running and dancing. I have been in several school performances including my third grade production of “Cinderella.” I have had an amazing time prepar-ing for the show all the way from auditions to costumes. I hope you enjoy the show and I will see all of you at the ball!

Kayla Quiroz – Featured Waltzer / EnsembleHi everyone! I’m 11 years old and I live in Lakewood with my parents & older sister. I’ve been performing in front of audiences since I was five years old. When I was in 2nd grade I discovered musical theatre and I found my passion! I’ve performed with vari-ous musical theatre groups in nine different musicals! I love to sing, dance and act. I have sang in various venues such as representing my school, Mark Twain, in the 2012 L.B.U.S.D. Honor Choir singing at Twain’s Veteran’s Day Celebration and many other unique performances! I absolutely love to entertain!!!!

Elizabeth Schlosser – Young Cinderella / EnsembleI am 10 years old and “Cinderella” marks my theatrical debut with OCCT. I have pre-viously performed on stage through summer camps with Huntington Beach APA and Seabreeze Kids Shine Performing Arts. I am in the 4th grade at Hawes Elementary School in Huntington Beach. My passions include singing, family, friends & basketball.

Caitlin Sheetz – MouseWelcome! I go to Hawes Elementary School in Huntington Beach. I am excited to be performing in my fifth OCCT performance. I was previously in Aladdin Jr., Oklahoma, & Beauty and the Beast Jr., The Wizard of Oz, & have enjoyed every moment of it. I love playing soccer, the piano, singing, & acting. Thank you Mom &Dad for discovering OCCT. Enjoy the show!

Sofia Sigenfuse – EnsembleWelcome to the show! I am 10 years old & I am in fourth grade at St. Juliana School. I am excited to be in my first production with OCCT and I have really enjoyed ev-ery minute of preparation. Last summer, I was in “The Wizard of Oz” at the La Habra Depot. I would like to give a shout out to Megan & Elizabeth, my sister, Gianna, and my brother, Guy. I want to thank my parents for getting me to rehearsal on time every week! I hope you enjoy the show!

Megan, It seems like

10 Minutes Ago you and Sami were

cleaning our kitchen floor

Now you’re sweeping the stage with your incredible talents!

Grandma Joanne is looking down fondly on her

“Kool Kat!”

Break a leg!! We’re so proud of you!!

XOXO

Mom and Dad

Victoria Souders - EnsembleBonjour everyone! I am 12 years old and this is my fourth production with OCCT. My past shows were “Oklahoma,” “The Best of Broadway,” and “The Wizard of Oz.” Rehears-ing for “Cinderella” has been so much fun and, as always, I am thrilled to be part of the cast. I hope you enjoy the show. Au revoir!

Rebekah Thomas – Singing Waitress / Featured DancerI am very proud to be in my third production with OCCT this winter. I am 13 years old and I’m in 7th grade and I’m home schooled. Last year I played Violet Beauregard in “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” I played Little Ti Moune in OCHSA’s summer performance of “Once on This Island.” I began performing as a child soloist in The Glory of Christmas at age 6. I have been fortunate to be part of over a dozen productions over the past six years. I want to thank OCCT and the directors for this opportunity to be in “Cinderella.”

Victoria Thomas – Cinderella’s Mother / Singing Waitress / Featured DancerI am so grateful to have this opportunity to appear in my third production with OCCT. I am a sophomore and am fifteen years old. This is my fourteenth play/musical since being in third grade. Some of my favorite roles include Gladys Herdman in “The Best Christ-mas Pageant Ever,” Alice in “Dorothy Meets Alice,” and Mother in “Tiny Tim’s Christ-mas.” Big thanks go out to all of the cast, the directors, voice and dance teachers, and the producers for making this production wonderful. Thank you to the audience, because without you we wouldn’t get to share this beautiful story.

Tiffany Tran – Horse / EnsembleHi audience! I am 11 years old, in the 6th grade, and go to Patton Elementary School. This is my third play at OCCT, and my tenth in all. I’ve been doing acting for four years. I have done “Bah Humbug,” “Mulan,” “HMS2,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Music Man,” “Al-ice in Wonderland,” and “The Wizard of Oz” from another theater. I have done “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Wizard of OZ” (again), and then “Cinderella.” In my free time, I like to read manga, watch BLEACH, and play on my iPad. My hobbies are acting, girl scouts, violin (my favorite song is Telemann Sinfonia), and I hold a purple belt in karate – two more belts till black!! It’s time to start the show and, as I always say, “SEND ME TELEGRAMS!!!”

Tori & Beki,

We are so proud of you!Keep singing and shining!

Love,

Dad & Mom & Petey & Pixie

Ricardo,Follow your dreamsand never give up!

Love,

Papa, Mama and Rodrigo

Sammy Trujillo – Wolfgang the Chef / Cinderella’s FatherHello there. I have been doing OCCT shows for a couple of years. Some of my favorite roles have been Naphtali in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” and Ike in “Oklahoma!” I enjoy wasting my time and childhood by playing video games and watch-ing television, both of which are ruining my eyesight and any sense of social skills I have previously had. Thank you for your time and enjoy the show.

Megan Walker - CinderellaHi there! This is my first lead role and I’m beyond excited to do this show. I’m 15 years old and in 10th grade at Orange County High School of the Arts (OCHSA) in the Inte-grated Arts conservatory. This is my second show with OCCT. I was a Tree and a Jit-terbug in “The Wizard of Oz.” Other shows I’ve done include “Honk!,” “Bye Bye Birdie,” “Once on This Island,” and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” When I’m not performing, rehearsing or doing homework (which is rare), I love to watch old mov-ies, swim and play with my little sister, Sami. I feel like “Cinderella” is a part of me and OCCT has a very special place in my heart. I want to thank my parents for dealing with my constant theater shenanigans and supporting all of my endeavors, and our directors, Autumn, Kaitlyn, and Shannon, for giving me this opportunity to showcase my talents and making this show as amazing as it is. So sit back, relax and listen to the “Sweetest Sounds” you’ll ever hear – the cast of OCCT!

Kaitlyn…..we have watched youPerform, Produce, Choreograph and Direct

with O.C.C.T., OCHSA, Rosary H.S.,The Gallery, Hunger Artists, Maverick

Theatre and La Habra Depot.

Thank you for sharing yourTalents and love of Theatre as

Director of Cinderella !

We are so proud of you!Love Always, Mom and Dad

LOVE YOU SO SO MUCH!!!!! <3<3<3 D-M-A

TIFFANY, Have fun and breaka leg on your 3rd OCCT play.We are always very proud of you!

Samantha Walker – MouseHi! I’m Sami. I’m 9 years old and I’m in 3rd grade at Crescent Avenue Christian School. This is my first OCCT show and I’m really excited to be playing a Mouse to my sister’s Cinderella. I’ve done shows with BPYT, but this is my first show in the big kids cast. I like to sing, dance, play soccer and basketball with my friends at school and wrestle with my dog Snickers. I hope you enjoy the show, see you at the Ball!

Kristin Yap – MouseI am eight years old and I love to sing and dance. I like singing pop, Broadway musicals and upbeat songs. I just love being on stage! When I was four years old I joined a chil-dren’s beauty pageant and won the talent portion for singing “My Heart Will Go On.” I am a member of my school’s church choir and I enjoy it a lot whenever I get to sing a solo. I would like to be a singer someday and continue doing theatrical shows.

Michaela Yatauro – EnsembleHi! :) This is my second OCCT play! I want to thank Zac, Grace, Karly and Abby for helping me with the dances. I love to cook, roller blade and read “The Hunger Games” series! I also love to paint in my free time. OCCT is the BEST thing to ever happen to me! Enjoy the Prince’s Ball and try to look for me!

Abby Young – Diana the Dog / CoachmanHi! My name is Abby and I just turned 10. I am in 4th grade at Landell Elementary School in Cypress. This is my sixth show with OCCT and it’s by far the most fun. I love to play softball, bake, play Wii games, sing and dance. I’d like to give a shout out to my family, my friends - Caitlin, Karly, Michaela, the Triplets and anyone else I forgot. Now, sit back and enjoy the show!!! And don’t forget to buy a delicious hot dog from my dad!

Jayson Ziegenhagen – Prince Christopher I am a senior at Wilson High School in Long Beach. I am very proud and excited to say that this is my third production with OCCT. I first fell in love with musical theater when I was cast as Frederick in “The Pirates of Penzance” in the 8th grade. As they say, the rest is history! Since then, some of my favorite stage experiences include “Cinderella” (Prince) with Go-Fame, “Hairspray” (Link) with Drama in the Middle, “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” (Ephraim) with The Relevant Stage, “Grease” (Danny Zuko) and “Footloose” (Reverend Shaw) both with MTW & Wilson HS, and “Beauty and the Beast” (Beast) with OCCT. I plan to continue to study acting and singing in college with the ultimate dream of a career in the arts.

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Join “Team Saige” for the 2012 OC Arthritis Walk May 20, 2012 at UCI (Aldrich Park)

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For more than 40 years we have been providing the young people of Orange Countya unique opportunity to participate in live theater.

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TelegrammersDilynn Cathey – TelegrammerHi! I’m 7 years old and I’m in the 1st grade at Vista Verde Elementary School. I love to act, sing and dance. I have done piano and ballet recitals, but not at the same time! I auditioned and was chosen to perform a jazz dance number in a talent show. I love per-forming with the telegrammers! I love my family, playing, and making up shows with my friends.

Amanda Harvey – TelegrammerHello, my name is Amanda Harvey and I’m in kindergarten at Smith Elementary School. This is my second play with OCCT. Please buy a telegram and enjoy the show.

Liam Miley – TelegrammerWhether dancing, singing, acting or just being silly, I have been performing my entire life (five and a half years). I’m in kindergarten and I have an older sister who is also in the show. I became interested in joining OCCT when I saw “The Wizard of Oz” at Hun-tington Beach High School. The lion was my favorite and I wanted to be him! This is my second year playing soccer and my first playing tee-ball. I enjoy drawing, going places, watching TV (Sponge Bob’s a favorite) and playing Just Dance 3 with my sister. See you at the ball!

Colin Parrott – TelegrammerI am very excited to make my OCCT debut as a Telegrammer. I’m in first grade and love science, dinosaurs and playing the piano. I played Conrad in APA Jr.’s 50’s summer camp and did “The Wizard of Oz” and “Mary Poppins” at Pacific Conservatory. I look forward to future shows at OCCT.

Amanda Harvey

You’re abeautiful Princess& Telegrammer

We Love You! Mom, Dad , Lauren & Biscuit

Our shining star!We love you and are so proud of you and all of

your hard work!

Love, Dad, Mom, Jackson,

and Christian

AvaRichey

We are soproud of you!You are amazing!Love,Mommy, Dad, & Aden

Lauren, Your love of dance is truly evident in

shaping you into a talented chorographer.We are so proud of your accomplishments.

Keep your dancing alive!Ephesians 4:2 -3

Love Mom & Dad

Ryan Piekarski – TelegrammerHi! My name is Ryan and I am seven years old and in the 1st grade. This is my fourth play with OCCT and I love it! I am eagerly awaiting next spring when I can join the “big kids cast!” I love to sing and dance, do gymnastics, play in a basketball league with my older brother, swim and just hang out with my friends. As you can tell I am very busy! I hope you enjoy the show as much as I enjoy performing for you!

Ava Richey – TelegrammerHi! I am 8 years old and I am in 2nd grade at Harbour View Elementary School. This is my first show with OCCT. My hobbies are singing and dancing, and when I grow up I want to be in other plays too. Enjoy the show!

Regan Sheetz – TelegrammerBeing a Telegrammer is so much fun! Thansk to my family at OCCT for helping make this a great show. Thanks to Lizzy for being the best choreographer ever! Enjoy the show and send those telegrams!

Caitlyn Timmons – TelegrammerHi! I am 7 ¾ years old and this is my first year at OCCT. I love it. It is soooo fun at OCCT. I love the dancing and singing. My hobbies are singing, painting, acting, gym-nastics and playing piano. OCCT is great!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sarah Young – TelegrammerHi! My name is Sarah. I am in the 2nd grade and I’m going to turn 8 in July. This is my third show with OCCT and I want to give a shout out to my sister, Abby, who is Diana, the dog. I like to swim, bake with my sister, and play on the monkey bars. Enjoy the show!

Cassidy We are so proud of you and can'twait to see you shine on stage!

You are an amazing and

beautiful performer!

We love you,Mom, Dad, and Carson

Special thanks for assistance with the productionof the OCCT’s Cinderella Program

Designer and Art Director: Adam T. VigilEditor and Content Manager: Donna Cramer

Additional Design work: Chris Love Ad Coordinators: Donna Cramer & Kelli Croft

Biographies Coordinator: Kelli CroftCover Art: Holly Gunderson

Executive Production Support: Rachel HarkavyEmotional Support and Inspiration: Saige Vigil

Break a Leg Bria!!

You are a “Joy”!Love Mom, Dad, Nana, Lillie, Patty,Jeff, Cameron, Auntie, “T”, Charlotte,

Spencer, Twinkle, and Gwen

OCCT & APA - A Partnership for the OC Stage