DESERT STAGES THEATRE - Aug. 26 - Sept. 4, 2022
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SCOTTSDALE
DESERT STAGES THEATRE
PRESENTS
Aug. 26 – Sept. 4, 2022
DESERT STAGES THEATRE
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA
MAINSTAGE PRODUCTION
GUYS AND DOLLS
A Musical Fable of Broadway
Based on a Story and Characters of Damon Runyon
Music and Lyrics by
Frank Loesser
Book by
Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows
Directed byGary Crumm
GUYS AND DOLLS
is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
WELCOME Welcome to Desert Stages Theatre! Thank you for joining us at this performance of DST's 2022 Mainstage production of GUYS AND DOLLS! Desert Stages Theatre is thrilled to open our 28th season with this iconic Broadway favorite! We continue to be amazed at the level of tal- ent in the Valley, as new "triple threat" actors come through our doors at every audition. Thank you to Gary Crumm, Cathy Hauan, and Mar- ley DeGroodt for taking full advantage of this talent in such a fun and familiar show. Thank you to the performers and the rest of the creative team for spending the past eight weeks with DST and for bringing us the delightful musical rom-com that is GUYS AND DOLLS! If you wish to meet with your friends or cast members after the show, please do so in the food court area of the mall, so the lobby does not become congested. Thank you for your patience as we continue to navigate the seemingly unending pandemic and as we do our best to keep you, our actors, our staff healthy and safe. Thank you for your support of live theatre experiences and for your attendance at this performance. Whether you are seeing your 100th show or your first at DST, you are a valued member of the Desert Stag- es Theatre community, and we appreciate you more than you could ever know! Now, in the words of Big Jule, "Give me the dice. And give me room!" Ellen Versen Walt Versen Executive Director Artistic Director
DIRECTOR'S LETTER "If I have all the tears that are shed on Broadway by guys in love, I will have enough salt water to start an opposition ocean to the Atlantic and Pacific, with enough left over to run the Great Salt Lake out of business.” - Damon Runyon When Guys and Dolls opened on Broadway in 1950, most audience mem- bers would probably have recognized the character archetypes they saw on stage. They were the denizens of the world of Damon Runyon, the New York storyteller who told made-up stories of slang-talking gangsters, cops, mis- sionaries, newspapermen, and burlesque dancers. Runyon’s New York— was a time in New York when Burlesque was at its height (mostly due to the low ticket price and because it became a way that women could make a living), street gambling was a way of life (albeit a crimi- nal one), and Christian missionaries were trying to save the souls of sinners (with minimal success). All of these different types were crashing up against each other in the cramped quarters of the side streets just off Broadway. Amidst this tension, Runyon saw the possibility for an unexpected love to blossom. I am very excited to be directing this season’s opening production. The Tony- winning musical Guys and Dolls. The musical premiered on Broadway on November 24, 1950. It won multiple Tony awards. Opening in July of 1976, I remember watching clips and highlights of my personal favorite revival di- rected by Abe Burrows, which featured Motown-style musical arrangements. The Incredibly talented all-black cast burst from the stage oozing with talent and bursting with energy demonstrating a new vision for the show, again nominated for multiple Tony Awards. The 1992 Broadway revival was the most successful remounting of the show since the original broadway run. Thirty years later, brings us to this moment, this multitalented cast, this fabu- lous production crew. We celebrate Guys and Dolls legacy with you, our devoted Desert Stages patrons, here in Cullity Hall. This show is brought to you by some of the most talented performers I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Just try and stop yourself from singing or humming along to some of the greatest musical theatre songs of all time. Grab a drink, heck grab some cheesecake or strudel. As the overture dims hold your Guy clutch your favorite Doll, sit down and rock back your seat, and enjoy “The Oldest Established Permanent Floating Crap Game in New York". Gary Crumm Director
THE CAST
Nicely Nicely Johnson..........................................................Jared Kitch
Benny Southstreet..................................................................Karl Haas
Rusty Charlie...................................................................Steve Morgan
Sarah Brown..................................................................Lauren Berman
Arvide Abernathy..........................................................Darryl Poenisch
Agatha.....................................................................Rebecca Hutchison
Martha.................................................................................Meryl Rose
Harry the Horse............................................................Brady Anderson
Lt. Brannigan..................................................................Kathi Osborne
Nathan Detroit............................................................Rudy Bogojevich
Eli the Eel/ Havana Waiter....................................................Eli Franklin
Robbie the Rooster/ Drunk..............................................Austin Prutch
Angie the Ox.......................................................................Joe Jacobs
Miss Adelaide....................................................................Kaitlin Booth
Sky Masterson...............................................................Thomas Wilson
Joey Biltmore...................................................................Bobb Cooper
General Matilda B. Cartwright.................................................Jill Ryan
Big Jule..................................................................................Rich Rose
HOT BOX DANCERS
Allison/Sarah Understudy................................................Destiny Walsh
Sally Ann......................................................................Sadie Benavidez
Vernon.......................................................................Samantha Callicut
Mimi....................................................................................Kylie Burge
Ginger............................................................................Jessyca Jacobs
Ferguson...........................................................................Carley Meier
PRODUCTION STAFF
Director.............................................................................Gary Crumm
Music Director..…........................…………..........….………Cathy Hauan
Choreographer……………………................................Marley DeGroodt
Stage Manager…………………………...............................Grace Darling
Set Designers and Builders......Gary Crumm, Rick Sandifer, Ally Baumlin
Costume Designer..……………….…..….......Richard “Mickey” Courtney
Wig Designer..….................................................................Michael Lev
Props Designer..…....................................Gary Crumm, Lauren Buzbee
Lighting Designer.........…………….....................................Brady Fiscus
Sound Designer…………………..…...........................Thomas Holmberg
Sound Board Operator…….....…..........................................Rachel Self
Spotlight Operators.……………...........….Sydney Wolfert, Harley Weiss
SPECIAL THANKS
Amanda Glenn
Authentic Voice Studio
Dancers Domain
Phoenix Scaffolding
Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Farm
WARNING: This performance contains the use of strobe, flashing
and bright lights as well as a fog machine.
DST THEATRE STAFF
Executive Director..............................................................Ellen Versen
Artistic Director...................................................................Walt Versen
Production Manager...........................................................Ally Baumlin
Associate Artistic Advisor......................................Lisa Barton Figueroa
Box Office Manager...........................................................Linda Barton
Box Office Staff....................Brady Fiscus, Diana Gallegos, Dalton John,
Michael Lev, Karen Ebright
Graphic Designer/Webmaster............................................Dina Osinski
Theatre Rentals...................................................................Walt Versen
DST BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President.............................................................................Bill Watson
Vice President.......................................................................Mike Arko
Treasurer................................................................................Rich Rose
Member.............................................................................Lynnae Clore
Member..............................................................................Anita Lallian
Member................................................................................Terri Leblic
Member..........................................................................Jessica Loomis
Member.............................................................................Lori Markson
The use of any recording device, either audio or video, and the taking
of photographs, either with or without flash, is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
MUSICAL NUMBERS
ACT I
Runyonland............................................................................Orchestra
Fugue for Tinhorns.................................................Nicely, Benny, Rusty
Follow the Fold.......................................................Sarah, Mission Band
The Oldest Established...............................Nathan, Nicely, Benny, Guys
I'll Know................................................................................Sarah, Sky
A Bushel and a Peck..........................................Adelaide, Hot Box Girls
Adelaide's Lament..................................................................Adelaide
Guys and Dolls.................................................................Nicely, Benny
Havana...................................................................................Orchestra
If I Were a Bell..............................................................................Sarah
My Time of Day/I've Never Been in Love Before..................Sky, Sarah
ACT II
Take Back Your Mink..........................................Adelaide, Hot Box Girls
Adelaide's Second Lament......................................................Adelaide
More I Cannot Wish You..............................................................Arvide
Luck Be a Lady........................................................................Sky, Guys
Sue Me.......................................................................Adelaide, Nathan
Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat...............................Nicely, Company
Marry the Man Today....................................................Adelaide, Sarah
Guys and Dolls (Reprise)........................................................Company
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST JARED KITCH Nicely Nicely Johnson Jared is excited for his first performance with Des- ert Stages! Some of his favorite roles he's portrayed so far have been Lennie Small in Of Mice and Men, Shrek in Shrek the Musical (both with MCC), Charlie Cowell in Music Man, and Noah Curry in The Rain- maker (both with Hale Center Theatre). He would like to thank his friends and family for their constant love and support, his fellow cast members for being so welcoming and making this experience truly memo- rable, and Gary, Cathy, Marley, Mickey and the rest of the stellar crew of DST for their patience and op- portunity to work with this wonderful company! KARL HAAS Benny Southstreet Karl is thrilled to debut with DST in his first role in the Phoenix Valley. Karl is a full-time actor and singer. His first Bollywood movie role (Homeless Harry) in Instant Karma now available on Amazon Prime. His stage roles in Tucson include (King Arthur) Spamalot, (Sidney Bruhl) Deathtrap, (Sir Wilfrid Robarts) Wit- ness for the Prosecution, (General Waverly) White Christmas and (Ghost of Christmas Present/Jacob Marley) A Christmas Carol. Karl is a retired Army Lieutenant-Colonel. BFA, Miami University (Oxford, Ohio). Karl thanks his girlfriend, Bessie, for being his biggest fan!
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST STEVE MORGAN Rusty Charlie Steve is pleased to be making his DST debut. Other recent Valley credits include Oliver Hix/Quartet in The Music Man at Hale Centre Theatre, Oliver "Dad- dy" Warbucks (Annie), Joseph Pulitzer (Newsies), Ali Hakim (Oklahoma), Patsy (Spamalot), and Frank But- ler (Annie Get Your Gun). Special thanks to Cathy, Gary, and Marley for the opportunity, and for their expertise and patience. Steve would like to thank his amazing wife of 33 years, Wendy, for her never-end- ing support and love. Also, a shout out to Betty, his 5 children, and 4 (soon to be 6!) beautiful grandkids. Enjoy the show!! LAUREN BERMAN Sarah Brown Lauren is a self-proclaimed “recovering opera sing- er.” After completing her doctorate in vocal perfor- mance with a focus on opera, she leaped into mu- sical theatre and hasn’t looked back! Favorite roles include Irene Molloy (Hello Dolly!), Lily St. Regis (Annie), and Duchess Estonia Dulworth (Nice Work if You Can Get It). Her other great love is teaching voice lessons and she is the proud owner of Authen- tic Voice Music Studio in Tempe, AZ.
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST DARRYL POENISCH Arvide Abernathy Darryl is perhaps known more for his cartooning than for his acting skills. His Daily Doodles are a Facebook staple. On stage, his favorite roles include Crazy Old Maurice (Beauty and the Beast), Victor Von Franken- stein (Young Frankenstein), and Oberon (Midsummer Dreamin’). Guys and Dolls marks Darryl’s first time with Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre, and he is thrilled to be making his debut with such an amazing cast. REBECCA HUTCHISON Agatha Rebecca is grateful for the opportunity to join Scott- sdale Desert Stages Theatre for Guys and Dolls. Re- becca did drama team in high school however didn't really pursue it until later in life. The first show that she did, outside of school was The Drowsy Chaper- one in 2018 where she played a maid/reporter/en- semble. Rebecca would like to thank her friends for getting her into theater and showing her the way. Rebecca would also like to thank her boyfriend Jus- tin for being one of her biggest supporters.
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST BRADY ANDERSON Harry the Horse Brady is back at DST to shoot some crap. Other DST credits include Oliver Costello (Spider Web), Cinder- ella’s Father (Into the Woods) and Herr Zeller (Sound of Music). Other Valley credits include: Gentlemen’s Guide to Love and Murder (PVCC), Sweeney Todd, Man of No Importance (MCC), The Crucible, Seus- sical (Theater Works) and Charley’s Aunt (Hale). He’s actually never gambled in his life. KATHI OSBORNE Lt. Brannigan Kathi is a native New Yorker with over 500 shows un- der her belt. Kathi earned her equity card at the age of nine while performing at the Munie Opera house in St. Louis. She has performed with many wonderful actors including Jerry Lewis, Tommy Tune, Vincent Price, Johnny Depp and Twiggy to name a few. Kathi has had the pleasure of working at Phoenix Theater, Arizona Broadway, Broadway Palm (30 shows), Hale Theater, Silver Star Theater, Fountain Hills and the Orpheum where she did Music Man and Singing in the Rain. Kathi was last seen at DST where she played Lavora Verona in the Arizona Premier of Disaster. She has been nominated and won many awards includ- ing 10 Arizona Theater of Excellence and two Jeff awards in Chicago. Kathi has worked in commercials, television, national tours night clubs and movies where she met her husband Larry.
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST ELI FRANKLIN Eli the Eel/Havana Waiter Eli is excited to be back at DST! This is his fourth show here. He has most recently appeared in Once Upon A Mattress last season and also loves to tech here. He has been in three Zoni-nominated shows (Godspell Jr. at Fountain Hills Theater, Footloose at Starlight Community Theater, and Les Miserables at Desert Foothills Theater). He has been performing in community theater at many different theaters for all his life! He is currently a freshman in high school. He would like to thank the cast, crew, and production team for this wonderful experience! RUDY BOGOJEVICH Nathan Detroit Rudy is excited to be back for his fourth show at DST! Guys and Dolls has been a long time favorite of his and he couldn't be more thankful to be part of an amazing cast and crew. Some Past Credits Include: Bun Foo (Thoroughly Modern Millie), Fyedka (Fiddler on the Roof), Tenario (Man of La Mancha), Jury 1st Tenor (Trial by Jury), Tobias Ragg (Sweeney Todd), Rocky (Damn Yankees), Jonathan Harker/Arthur Hol- mwood (Dracula), Chip Tolentino (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee), Rapunzel’s Prince (Into the Woods), and Nikolai (Chess). Rudy would love to thank his wonderful cast mates and crew that have worked tirelessly to create such a wonderful show. A big Thank you to his wife and kids, his father, and his sister who continue to support him in his endeavors. Thank you to those who continue to support DST and come to see such wonderfully talented artists show their work. O-H-I-O! Go Buckeyes!
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST AUSTIN PRUTCH Robbie the Rooster/Drunk Austin is excited to be performing with DST for the first time! Austin didn’t begin performing on stage until his early thirties. Since then, he has been in pro- ductions of Curtains, The Drowsy Chaperone, Guys and Dolls and Mama Mia with AFTC. Recently, Austin has joined the Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus and is cur- rently their vice president. Austin would like to thank all his friends and family for their continued support. He would also like to give a huge thank you to his bestie Rebecca Hutchison for encouraging him to audition for Guys and Dolls at DST. It wouldn’t be the same without you! KAITLIN BOOTH Miss Adelaide Kaitlin is ecstatic for her first show with DST! She has performed in many productions around the state and is currently enjoying the backstage life as a full-time Performance Arts teacher. Recently seen as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde (AriZoni nom), Sandra Bloom U/S in Big Fish (MCC PAC) and Detective in Clue the Musical (Irene Ryan nom), past credits also include Beauty and the Beast (Silly Girl), Servant of Two Masters (Clarice), All Shook Up (Natalie/Ed), and Arsenic and Old Lace (Elaine). Kaitlin was a semi-finalist for the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival and attend- ed the Open Jar Institute in New York City. Big thanks to Gary for his friendship and guidance, Cathy for her patience and wisdom, Marley and Mickey for their vi- sion and talent, and Rudy for being her “Pie Face”. Big love to Mom, Kiley, Pattie, Collin, Suzie, Jeremiah, and Zach for supporting her on and off the stage…a bushel and a peck!
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST JOE JACOBS Angie the Ox Joe is so excited to return to Desert Stages! He was recently seen in Chess, where he performed for the first time since high school. He would like to thank his friends, family (especially his daughter, Jess, who is also in the show) and Gary, Cathy, Marley, Grace, and the rest of the Desert Stages Crew for allowing him to perform again! THOMAS WILSON Sky Masterson Thomas is in his 10th production in the valley and he so blessed to be working with so many fun an talent- ed people at DST. A Tucson native, Thomas studied voice at UA's Fred Fox School of Music. An avid lover of musical theater, Thomas has had the honor of per- forming many roles in the Tucson and Phoenix areas, including The Baker in Into The Woods, Sir Harry in Once Upon a Mattress, Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast, Prof. Fritz Bhaer in Little Women, and The Waiter in First Date, among others. In 2017 Thomas graduated with dual masters degrees from UA’s Eller School of Management and has since worked as an Analyst at Republic Services. He wants to thank The Lord (his closest friend and support), his family and his many voice teachers Stevie Fox, Grayson Hirst, Hugo Vera, Cathy Hauan and the late Dr. Larry Day for their mentorship and support. For more about Thomas visit www.twwilson.weebly.com.
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST JILL RYAN General Matilda B. Cartwright Jill is new to community theatre and is absolutely lov- ing it! And although this is her acting debut at DST, she is not new to theatre, and this is her second time doing Guys and Dolls. Some of her favorite college and high school roles were Lt. Brannigan (Guys and Dolls), Trix the Aviatrix (The Drowsy Chaperone), and Fräulein Kost (Cabaret). Inspired by her boyfriend to get back into the arts, she would like to thank him first. She is so proud to be working with such phe- nomenal actors, singers and dancers, thank you DST, cast and crew! RICH ROSE Big Jule Rich is excited for his second Mainstage production at DST at this location! Previously, Rich has been in two musicals with his daughter, Allie, at DST in the old theater (Camp Rock and Back to the 80’s). At this current location, Rich made his Actor’s Café debut in 6 Rms Riv Vu and then played Grandpa Ben in Neil Simon’s Broadway Bound. In DST’s last show before Covid shutdown, Rich played Welch in Damn Yan- kees. Rich is a member of the Board of Directors of Desert Stages Theatre and would like to thank his tal- ented castmates, director Gary Crumm and the rest of the team for allowing him to play Big Jule in Guys and Dolls , which is one of his favorite shows. Also a special shout out goes to his wife Meryl Rose who agreed to join him in the cast, his daughter Allie who gave him the push to be involved in the wonderful community of Desert Stages, and Walt and Ellen who suggested he return to the stage in this fun musical!
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST DESTINY WALSH Allison/Sarah Understudy Destiny majored in Musical Theatre and classical voice at the University of Northern Colorado. Most recently she was seen in The Little Mermaid and Footloose at Hale Centre Theatre. Before this, she had a blast performing on the 2020 Paw Patrol Live National tour with Nickelodeon. She is a new real estate agent, loves the self-development world, and believes we can use theatre to inspire positive changes in our community. MERYL ROSE Martha Meryl is excited to be in Guys and Dolls with such an amazing cast and crew, but especially her husband, Rich! This will be her 3rd show at DST. Most recently she was in Annie in 2019 and her first show was Fid- dler on the Roof in 2014 and she beyond loved being in it with her daughter, Allie! While Allie has moved on to other roles in other musicals, even moving to NYC to follow her passion, at 53 years old Meryl has come to accept she is officially a mover, not a dancer and she has about all the lines she can memorize in this show! Meryl is filled with gratitude and appre- ciation towards DST for giving she and Rich a fabu- lous activity to share together while learning to be empty nesters as their daughter moved to NYC last fall to follow her passion. Meryl thanks her family and friends for their support and hopes you enjoy Guys and Dolls!
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST SADIE BENAVIDEZ Sally Ann Sadie is so excited to return to the DST stage for the second time as Sally Ann/Hot Box Dancer! Some past credits include Olive Ostrovsky in The 25th Annual Spelling Bee (Horizon High School), Mollie Ralston in The Mousetrap (HHS), Elsa in Frozen (Art and Sol), Ariel in The Little Mermaid (AAS), and An- nie in Annie (AAS). She was also apart of Big Fish, a Zoni winning production (AFTC), and Be More Chill, a Zoni nominated production (DST). Sadie wants to thank her friends, family, Gary, Cathy, and Marley, as well as the amazing cast and crew for making this a wonderful production on and off the stage! SAMANTHA CALLICUT Vernon Samantha is ecstatic to be back acting, and back to DST! After a long hiatus, this is her first role in a Mainstage production, and she couldn’t have hoped for a better show to participate in. Some of her past roles include the Stepmother in Cinderella, Athena/ Chorus member in Trojan Women, and Helena in a Midsummer Night’s Dream. Samantha also placed 3rd in the English Speaking Union’s Shakespeare Monologue competition in 2016. Samantha would like to thank Gary, Cathy, Marley, Mickey, and her fabulous cast members for such a memorable expe- rience both on and off stage, as well as her family, friends, and boyfriend for all their love and support.
WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST KYLIE BURGE Mimi Kylie has been doing theatre since she was 8 years old. This is her first show with DST and she is be- yond excited to be apart of it. In 2020 Kylie received the “NYA Artist of The Year Award” for the roles she played, including Elle Woods in Legally Blonde the Musical (Zoni Nomination), Katherine in Freaky Fri- day the Musical, Toffee in Zombie Prom and Anna in Frozen Jr. Kylie also teaches musical theatre and di- rects shows at multiple youth theaters here in the val- ley. She wants to thank her parents and grandparents for being her biggest supporters since she was little. JESSYCA JACOBS Ginger Jess is so excited to return to DST! Some of her fa- vorite roles have been Cinderella (Into the Woods, Chandler Youth Theatre), Heather McNamara (Heath- ers, Chandler Youth Theatre), and Ziggy (Young Frankenstein, Actors Youth Theatre). She would like to thank her family, friends, and supporters. Special thanks to Gary, Cathy, Marley, and Grace for putting this awesome show together! CARLEY MEIER Ferguson Carley is thrilled to be back on stage after taking a brief break from theatre. Their most recent show they played Patty Simcox in Fountain Hill’s produc- tion of Grease. Carley feels so lucky and thankful to be working with such a wonderful and kind group of people. They would like to thank Marley, Cathy and Gary for all of their patience and for believing in them.
WHO'S WHO IN THE CREW
GARY CRUMM Director
Gary is a vagabond performer, director, theatre
teacher, and coach all of which would not be pos-
sible without the love and support of Rachel my wife.
Ever since my first-grade school play where I played
a spoiled rotten prince who stole Santa Claus for his
very own, I have been smitten with the stage. This is
my third Desert Stages mainstage production that I
am delighted to be directing here at Desert Stages. I am truly humbled
to be working on this production of Guys and Dolls with my esteemed
production partners. I could not have made it through without their tal-
ented collaboration. Cathy Hauan, of course, is every director's dream
partner. She is not only an extremely organized and talented musical pro-
fessional but a creative beast, who makes me laugh, and helps inspire the
best in all of us. Marley, what can you say about a true cabaret performer
who unleashes her talents on an unwitting cast and then whips them into
shape with show stopping choreography every Tuesday and Wednesday.
Our in-house production team of Ally Baumlin (production manager) and
Grace Darling (Stage Manager) keep me in line and make the impossible
happen every day. These two are the unsung heroes of our production.
Brady what..... he is a lighting magician! In two days brings to "light"
our show and makes it shine brighter than I imagined. (Ok a little too
bright back off that spot please...). Lauren and her tireless commitment
to finding every last ostrich feather in Arizona among other treasures for
our cast to play with. Thank you Dina for pulling our playbill together,
you make us all look so good. To Linda and Michael, our box office staff,
thank you for keeping us in line and managing all that ticketing stuff so
we don't have to. And don't these costumes just delight your senses on
their own? Mickey, you are a master creator. Your talent and drive from
day one are truly amazing. (Can I still claim that promise to hem my PJ's?)
This has been a surprising and absolutely crazy ride with some of the
best performers in the valley, who tirelessly work and take notes, and take
notes and take notes. But then to my surprise, they actually implement
them and bring these characters to life with heart and soul and grit and
shine. I have loved every moment with this family. Ellen and Walt, thank
you is not enough, for the creative freedom and unrelenting support. You
encouraged me from day one to go for broke, (did I leave any dollars left
in the budget? if so I still have receipts... ) Thank you for allowing all of us
to "play in your sandbox", and to you our wonderful patrons I cherish you
and your support of the live performing arts throughout the valley. I am
truly blessed ... till we all meet again, I will see you at the theatre.WHO'S WHO IN THE CREW
CATHY HAUAN Music Director
Cathy Hauan is a music director, actress, and voice
teacher. She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree
from ASU in vocal performance and taught voice,
music theater, and related vocal arts courses at Mesa
Community College until her retirement in 2019. She
is well-known throughout the Valley as a Zoni Award
winning music director, with credits for 74 musicals
from 2001-present. She is affiliated with the National
Society of Arts and Letters, the National Associa-
tion of Teachers of Singing, and the Kennedy Center
American College Theater Festival. Onstage Cathy
has appeared in opera, oratorio, and music theater.
Favorite roles include Alma Way in the world pre-
miere of the one-act opera The Village Singer by Ste-
phen Paulus and Sister Mary Amnesia in Nunsense
and Nunsense II: The Second Coming. Cathy has
also specialized in 20th/21st century music, featuring
appearances with the Society of University Compos-
ers and the TOS New Music Ensemble. Bravo to the
talented cast and crew – it’s been wonderful to be
here at Desert Stages!
GRACE DARLING Stage Manager
Grace is a professional stage manager who has been
working in the Phoenix area for the last 5 years. She
has her degree in technical theater from Northern
Arizona University. Grace is happy to be back again at
DST and working with an adult cast, for the first time
in a while, though they are just as young at heart and
fun to work with. Enjoy the show!WHO'S WHO IN THE CREW
MARLEY DEGROODT Choreographer
Marley is an AriZoni award winning choreographer
who has worked in youth and adult theaters through-
out the valley. Marley enjoys the collaborative ap-
proach to choreography, challenging her cast while
supporting them in the dance process. Most recently
she choreographed the DST production of Bonnie
and Clyde. When not teaching dance, you can find
her dancing as a showgirl and burlesque performer
throughout the valley. She would like to thank her
partner and her muse Jocy, the creative team, DST
staff and her family for all of their support.
LAUREN BUZBEE Props Designer
Lauren is excited to be working on her second pro-
duction with DST. She is a scenic artist, properties
manager, and costumer, and has worked on a variety
shows throughout Arizona in those different capaci-
ties. She would like to thank the DST Crew, and is
looking forward to the future!
RICHARD “MICKEY” COURTNEY
Costume Designer
Mickey has been costuming for the past 20+ years
all around the valley. Here in DST he feels at home.
His most recent costume work was Bonnie and Clyde
here in the Mainstage and Grease at Fountain Hills
Theater. He is looking forward to continuing working
Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre in the Actor’s Café
and Mainstage Cullity Hall. Mickey wants to thank
the cast and crew for trusting in his vision. He wants
to thank his wife Rhea and his kids Becca and Matt
for their support and patience.WHO'S WHO IN THE CREW
BRADY FISCUS Lighting Designer
Brady is so excited to be lighting Guys and Dolls! Cur-
rently starting his senior year at Arizona School for the
Arts, Brady has worked both on and offstage all around
the valley. Recent productions at DST include light-
ing Be More Chill (Zoni nom), Bonnie & Clyde (media
design Zoni nom), Carrie, and Into the Woods. Brady
has also recently stage managed Bonnie & Clyde, A
Chorus Line, and Tick…Tick, Boom! Many thanks to
Gary, Grace, Ally, and this amazing company!WHO'S WHO IN THE STAFF
ELLEN VERSEN Executive Director
Ellen is thrilled to be the Executive Director at Desert
Stages Theatre. She has worked many years in the
nonprofit and arts sectors, bringing years of theater
leadership, development, and business experience
to the position. Together with the DST team, she
plans to welcome new artists, participants, pa-
trons, and supporters into the Desert Stages The-
atre family in an effort to sustain this performing
arts organization for many years to come. Ellen
is especially excited to be working with her hus-
band Walt, DST's Artistic Director! Ellen grew up
in Pasadena, CA, and has lived in Scottsdale for
26 years. She and Walt have two grown children, Joe
and Emily. The entire family is fond of travel, the arts,
and Jeopardy! Go, Irish!
WALT VERSEN Artistic Director
I have worked with and toured with Queen (w Fred-
die Mercury), Heart, Cheap Trick, Scorpions, Super-
tramp, Ratt, Peter Frampton, Genesis, Phil Collins,
The GoGo's, dada, The Men, Right Said Fred, House
of Lords, Charles and Eddie, The Escape Club, Julian
Lennon, Tower of Power, REO Speedwagon and Ice
Cube. BUT I am as excited to be the new Artistic
Director at Desert Stages as I was for any of those
extraordinary opportunities. Maybe even more. Live
theater - Broadway style theater - has been my life-
long favorite art form. I hope my experience and en-
thusiasm shows through in everything I do at DST.
As for the personal stuff ... just like the Executive
Director above me said!WHO'S WHO IN THE STAFF
ALLY BAUMLIN Production Manager
Ally has been working in live theatre in the Valley
for over a decade. She has been a deck hand, deck
manager, flight captain, stage manager, props mas-
ter, and whatever the occasion calls for. She is ec-
static to be working with everyone here at DST as
Production Manager, helping to bring to life every-
one’s ideas and sparking imagination. As a man once
said, “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible."
LINDA BARTON Box Office Manager
Linda has been the box office manager for the past
10 years. She is also camp coordinator and recently
certified as the Covid Compliance Officer. Linda‘s
family has been celebrating Desert Stages Theatre
magic for over 20 years. Watching children find
their voices, seeing the magic of actors telling sto-
ries through song and dance, is one of life’s greatest
gifts. Linda is honored to be a very small piece of
making that magic happen.
DINA OSINSKI Graphic Designer/Webmaster
Dina is honored to have worked onstage as well as
behind the scenes as the inhouse graphic designer
with Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre since 2008.
She thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to play a
small role in all of the amazing productions that DST
puts on year after year. When she isn't designing
for the theatre she keeps herself very busy as the
Creative Director for Sprouts Farmers Market, wife
to her wonderful husband Jordan and mother to two
beautiful girls, Natalia and Giavana.PHOTOS The Guys and Dolls gamblers were featured recently at a Scottsdale Fashion Square Back-to- School Fashion event! From left to right: Jared Kitch, Steve Morgan, Karl Haas, Eli Franklin, Austin Prutch, Joe Jacobs, and Brady anderson. Photo credit: Haute Media The Guys and Dolls Hot Box girls performed recently at a Scottsdale Fashion Square Back- to-School Fashion event! From left to right: Samantha Callicut, Jessyca Jacobs, Kaitlin Booth, Carley Meier, and Sadie Benavidez. Photo credit: Haute Media
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Desert Stages, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit performing arts theatre committed to
offering high-quality entertainment and providing a creative platform that nur-
tures each stage of an actor's development. Overseen by an independent Board
of Directors, DST fulfills its mission by offering programs and services to perform-
ing artists, youth, and the community.
Desert Stages relies on the tax-deductible contributions it receives from friends,
family, and fans to continue offering high quality artistic and educational programs
to residents of and visitors to the Valley of the Sun, especially in the communities of
Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix. We are extremely grateful for the generous
support that enables DST to educate, inspire, and entertain audiences of all ages.
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MATCHING GIFTS
Desert Stages gratefully recognized the following corporations that gener-
ously match their employees charitable gifts.
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VOLUNTEER USHERS
We would like to thank the following individuals for donating the gift of time
to Desert Stages Theatre as volunteer ushers at performances of GUYS
AND DOLLS.
Debbie Cone Janet Love Lydia Perez
Michael Jung Greta Lukic Kathleen Piersons
Evelyn Levy Sara Mitchell Colette Powers
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Desert Stages respects the wishes of donors who make gifts and prefer to
remain anonymous. These quiet contributions ensure the continuation of the
highest quality performing arts programs that serve our artists, audiences,
and community.
WITH GRATITUDE
Every gift to Desert Stages Theatre is greatly appreciated, and every effort is
made to list donor information accurately. If we have made an error in list-
ing your name or donation amount, please accept our sincere apology. To
request a correction, please do not hesitate to call (480) 483-1664.
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tourism organizations.
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American Association of The Giving Group
Community Theatres Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
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The playbill for Raold Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL, JR., will acknowledge
donations received from approximately August 1, 2021, to July 31, 2022.THANK YOU SPONSORS
THANK YOU SPONSORS
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