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Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Music and Lyrics by Jeff Lynne & John Farrar Based on the Universal Pictures film
Scrrenplay by Richard Danus & Marc Rubel Originally produced on Broadway by Robert Ahrens, Dan Vickery,
Tara Smith, B. Swibel, Dale Smith & Cari Smulyan "Xanadu," "All Over the World," "The Fall," "I'm Alive," "Evil Woman," "Don't Walk Away" and
"strange Magic" written by Jeff Lynne, published by EMI Blackwood Music Inc. "Magic," "Suddenly," "Dancin'," "Suspended in Time," "Whenever You're Away From Me," "Fool" and
"Have You Never Been Mellow" written by John Farrar, published by John Farrar Music. |
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CCBC Essex, Robert & Eleanor Romadka College Center F. Scott Black Theatre June 26, 27, 28, 2026 |
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Stacey Antoine |
Sammy Jungwirth Jason Randolph |
Thomas P. Gardner |
| Costume Designer Tammy Oppel |
Sound Designer Terry Edwards |
Stage Managers Properties Managers Victor Scigala Breanna Wilson |
| Technical Director Jason Randolph |
Assistant Technical Director David Martin |
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Xanadu Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
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Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council. To discover more about the Maryland State Arts Council and how they impact Maryland, visit msac.org.
Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre would also like to thank our Season Sponsor Towson University. To discover the Summer at the Center offerings at
Towson University, visit www.tuboxoffice.com

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Director's Note
Scene and Musical Number Breakdown
Act One
Scene 1: Venice Beach / Mount Olympus
“I’m Alive” Sonny, Kira, Muses
Scene 2: Santa Monica Pier
“Magic” Kira, Sonny, Muses
Scene 3: Mount Olympus
“Evil Woman” Calliope, Melpomene, Sirens
Scene 4: Outside the Pan-Pacific Auditorium - The “Xanadu” Theater
“Suddenly” Sonny, Kira
Scene 5: Danny’s Expensive Office
“Whenever You’re Away From Me” Danny, Kira
Scene 6: Inside the Pan-Pacific Auditorium - The “Xanadu” Theater
“Dancin’” Danny, Kira, Andrews Sisters, Sonny, The Tubes
“Strange Magic” Sonny, Kira, Calliope, Melpomene, Eros, Muses
“All Over The World” Sonny, Kira, Danny, Muses
“Don’t Walk Away” Kira, Sonny, Danny, Melpomene, Calliope, Muses
Act Two
Scene 1: Venice Beach
“Opening - Act ll” Company
Scene 2: Venice Beach
“Fool” Calliope, Melpomene, Kira, Muses
“The Fall” Sonny, Muses
“Suspended In Time” Kira, Danny, Sonny, Muses
Scene 3: Mount Olympus
“Have You Never Been Mellow” Hera, Thetis, Aphrodite, Kira, Cyclops, Medusa, Satyr, Zeus
“Xanadu” Company
Cast
Orchestra
Creative Team
Meet the Company

Veronica is excited to return to Cockpit in Court for her second production! She was previously seen here as Rumpleteazer in Cats (2024). Her professional credits include performance roles at Universal Studios Orlando and Tokyo Disney Resort. Locally, she has appeared in productions of Catch Me If You Can (Featured Dancer) and Hairspray! (Tammy) at Suburban Players, and in Hairspray! at Tidewater Players (Amber). She has also choreographed productions of Jesus Christ Superstar (The State Theater of Havre de Grace), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! (River Stone Theater Company), and The Wizard of Oz (RSTC). She’d like to thank the cast and crew for a great experience, and her brothers for being the reason she practically grew up at a roller rink.

Callum is so excited to be returning to Cockpit in Court in Xanadu! Favorite previous credits include Roger in RENT: School Edition, Slimbleshanks in CATS, and Tobias Ragg in Sweeney Todd! They'd like to thank the production team for this wonderful opportunity and for all their hard work, as well as his family, friends, and his girlfriend, Maeve.

David has recently been seen as Wilbur in Dundalk Community Theatre’s 2025 production of "Hairspray"; as George in DCT’s "Kinky Boots"; and in the Adult Ensemble of "The Prom" here at Cockpit in Court. Other favorite roles: "Cabaret" (Emcee), Boston Stage Troupe, Boston; "Working" (the Mason), Loeb Drama Center, Cambridge, MA; "Godspell" (Stephen) and "Dames at Sea" (Dick), Downtown Cabaret Theatre, Bridgeport, CT; "Bye Bye Birdie"(Albert), Wheeler Players, Bridgeport; and "Babes in Toyland" (Alan), Shubert Theatre, New Haven.

Amy is thrilled to make her Cockpit in Court debut after performing in academic theatre productions nearly 20 years ago! By day, she is a speech-language pathologist for HCPSS. Favorite Directing Credits: Ragtime in Concert, The Producers and Seussical. Favorite Performing Credits: Hairspray (Tracy Turnblad), Avenue Q (Kate Monster), Seussical (Gertrude McFuzz), Legally Blonde (Paulette), Kinky Boots (Pat), The Little Mermaid (Ursula), and Sister Act (Sr. Mary Patrick). Amy sends an abundance of love and gratitude to the Xanadudes for being complete rockstars, her husband Casey for being her biggest cheerleader, her fur babies for their love and cuddles, and her amazing family and friends for their never ending support. As always, for Mom, LU!

Lisa is returning to our stage after last appearing in Cats as Grizabella. Previous favorite roles include: Sister Mary Downy (Disaster!), Penelope Pennywise (Urinetown), Judy/Ginger (Ruthless), Melpomene (Xanadu) and Narrator (Joseph). Lisa is a teacher at John Ruhrah ES/MS in Baltimore City. She would like to thank her partner in this crazy thing called life, Chris, for all his love and support. Lisa dedicates this show to her mini-me, Aria, "I've loved you since forever."

Derek happily returns to Cockpit's stage, previously seen as Snug/Bard Boy/Ensemble in Something Rotten(2023) and Sebastian in Disney's The Little Mermaid(2018). Recent credits: The Drifters/Engineer/Company in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Dundalk Community Theatre), Prince Hans in Disney's Frozen (Third Wall Productions), Dance Ensemble/Carl Hanratty u/s in Catch Me if You Can(Suburban Players), Laertes in Hamlet/Black Parade (Motte & Bailey), Wickersham Brother/Cat in the Hat u/s in Seussical (Silhouette Stages) and Duane in Hairspray (Suburban Players, Dundalk Community Theatre). When not onstage, Derek is a Senior Learning Specialist at Port Discovery Children's Museum. He sends his love and gratitude to his family, friends, and the cast/crew/production team of Xanadu!

Tia is thrilled to be making her Cockpit debut in her favorite camp 80s roller disco musical! She holds a BFA in Acting from Academy of Art University and some recent theatre credits include: Cynthia Weil in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (DCT), Sherrie in Rock of Ages (STS), Kate & Others in Working (Colonial Players), Fastrada in Pippin (STS), Jovie in Elf the Musical (Third Wall Productions) & Janet in The Rocky Horror Show (SUFT). Tia thanks her friends and family for their never-ending love and support… now that I’m here, now that you’re near in Xanadu!

MacKenzie is thrilled to be making her Cockpit in Court debut while currently pursuing a BFA in acting at Towson University. Working with this talented cast and amazing production team has been one of the highlights of her summer. She looks forward to returning this July in Footloose. She would like to thank her friends and family for their immense love and support. Enjoy the show!

Ryann is thrilled to be in this wonderful cast of Xanadu! Ryann has been apart of Cockpit for the last 11 years starting with the children's Cockpit in Court Summer theater company. Ryann is most known for her favorite role as Victoria in Cats two summers ago! Ryann is a rising Senior at Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ where she is double majoring in Acting and filmmaking. Ryann's love for theater has led her to finding a family within cockpit and has had so much fun being the dance captain and Terpsicore in this Show. Thank you for coming and I hope you enjoy the magic and wonder that is Xanadu!!

Faith is so excited to be part of her first Cockpit show, though she is no stranger to the stage. She is currently a senior at Towson University and will be graduating soon with her BFA in Acting. She’d like to thank the cast for being so welcoming and supportive, and her friend MacKenzie for pushing her to audition for this production. She would also like to thank her fiancé, D’Angelo, for being supportive and always having dinner ready for when she got home. She hopes you have a blast in the 80’s!

With over 25 years of experience across a wide range of creative disciplines, Quae Simpson is thrilled to make their debut as Director and Choreographer of Xanadu at Cockpit in Court. A dynamic and versatile artist, Quae has traveled internationally as an entertainer, educator, director, choreographer, and music director, bringing a bold artistic vision and global perspective to every production. Quae currently serves as the CEO and Executive Artistic Director of Q Entertainment, a global marketing and entertainment company dedicated to advancing the arts through innovative performance, education, and creative collaboration. Their passion for storytelling and artistic excellence has also led them to work as a director/choreographer, teaching artist, and music director with numerous respected organizations and institutions including Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, Iron Crow Theatre, The Baltimore School for the Arts, and Stagedoor Manor. Known for blending theatricality, musicality, and heartfelt storytelling, Quae is especially excited to bring the joy, energy, and exuberance of Xanadu to life for audiences. Quae would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to the incredible cast, crew, production team, and supporters of Xanadu for their dedication, artistry, and passion throughout this journey. Gratias tibi ago!
Stacey is thrilled to be making his musical directorial debut here at Cockpit in Court. Antoine attended Towson University to receive his BS in Music and minor in Theatre. He has been music directing since 2009 and orchestrating since 2004 and is currently the Resident Music Director for Stillpointe Theatre in Baltimore, MD and the music director for theatrical productions at Maryvale Preparatory. When not behind the keyboard, you can find him playing reeds for various productions around the Baltimore Area. Recent MD credits include Sweeney Todd; Dorian's Closet (Rep Stage); Whitechapel; Spring Awakening; Avenue Q; Caroline, or Change; Hair, Bubbly Black Girl (Stillpointe Theatre).
Victor is so excited to be returning to Cockpit, this time making his debut as both Stage Manager and Props Master! A recent graduate of CCBC with an AFA in Theatre, his SM Credits include The Revolutionists and Eurydice with CCBC Academic Theatre. Acting Credits include Fame (Goody) with Carver Theatre Company, Legally Blonde (Emmett) and Les Miserables (Enjolras) with Theatreworks Live, Newsies (Pulitzer) and Damn Yankees (Rocky) with Cockpit in Court, Mamma Mia (Dance Ensemble) with Beth Tfiloh Community Theatre, and more. This Fall, he will be playing the role of The Baker in CCBC Catonsville's Production of Into The Woods! He would like to thank Breanna for being the person he always wants to stage manage alongside as well as Quae and Stacey for being the absolute best to work with!! Enjoy the show! "Quae, thank you for trusting me in this role! I am so incredibly grateful to be able to work with you again!"
Breanna is thrilled to be making her Cockpit in Court debut this summer, stepping in for Victor as Stage Manager from June 12-14. A recent graduate of CCBC, she will attend Towson University this fall as a Theatre Tech major. Previous credits include The Revolutionists (Assistant Stage Manager) and Eurydice (Production Stage Manager). Breanna would like to thank Victor for giving her this opportunity, as well as Quae for being a great director to work with. Enjoy the show!

Sammy is an award winning 21-year-old theatre artist and producer who has worked on over 300 productions in the DMV area since the age of 7 and has been called a Theatre prodigy” by MDTheatreGuide. He recently became the youngest Broadway producer in history after joining the producing team of the Broadway-bound musical WANTED which is set to open this November. He also works as a freelance set & lighting designer for various theaters in Maryland, serves as Vice President on the Cockpit In Court board of directors, and co-founded two companies that focused primarily on new, undiscovered works. @sammyjungwirth

Thomas is a theatrical lighting designer based in Baltimore with over 60 credits to his name. He is a Resident Artist for Iron Crow Theatre and the Lighting Director and Assistant Technical Director at Towson University.
Terry has worked as an Audio Engineer throughout the DMV for 15+ years. When not working audio events he works full time as an Audio Visual Field Service Technician for AVI-SPL. Terry is grateful to return to Cockpit In Court this year after many years and wonderful memories with everyone.
Tammy has worked throughout the Greater Baltimore theater community for over 35 years. While usually found onstage, Tammy is the resident costumer for the middle and upper school productions at Friends School of Baltimore, costumes for many local theaters and schools, and directs Apprentice Company shows for Children’s Playhouse of MD. Favorite roles include Mrs. Wormwood (Matilda), Ms. Andrew (Mary Poppins), Little Sally (Urinetown), Bella (Lost in Yonkers), Paulette (Legally Blonde), Logainne (Spelling Bee), CB's Sister (Dog Sees God), and Prudy/Matron (Hairspray). Tammy holds a BA in Theatre Arts from Towson University, a MA in Arts Administration from Goucher College, and is a grants administrator with the Maryland State Arts Council.
BS Math, College of William and Mary
MFA Rinehart School of Sculpture, MICA
MFA Technical Theatre and Design, UVA
TD/Resident Scenic Designer Single Carrot Theatre 2014-2017
TD CCBC Essex 2015-present
TD Cockpit in Court Summer Theater 2016-present
Martin is an alumni of CCBC and Towson University, where they received their Bachelor's degree in Theatre Design and Production. They went on to receive their MFA in Technical Direction from Carnegie Mellon University, where they served as project manager for Carnegie Scenic.
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