Good Humor

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This wasn't supposed to be a theatre company, you know. 

A little more than ten years ago, a small group of about a dozen local volunteers wandered into White Oak Library and auditioned for a show they had never heard of run by people they had never met (and had a budget of zero dollars) to be performed in a building that, in almost 200 years, had never housed a theatrical production.  Six weeks later, they performed, several of them for the first time ever, to a weekend of sold-out audiences.  It was supposed to be a one time thing.  But, that December, they did it again with A Christmas Carol and then again and again and again.  

Since that first show, Limestone Stage, as it became known, has put on an additional 24 shows including gigantic stage spectaculars like It's a Wonderful Life and classics from Shakespeare, Chekhov, Poe and Wilde.  We have had more than 100 individuals work with us (on stage or behind it) and have presented to more than 10,000 patrons.  We have worked on claustrophobic stages 10 feet wide and presented A Midsummer Night's Dream under the stars of the July sky.  We have hosted classes on acting, directing, stage writing, improv, stagecraft, lighting and auditioning.  We've performed as part of Old Canal Days, at Comicopolis and at the Roxy Lockport.  We survived a world pandemic, when so many other companies couldn't, and found ways to put on bigger and better shows...

Because of you.  

You, the volunteer who shows up to a work call and learns stagecraft or makeup on the fly so we can tell our stories.  You, the person who never got on stage once in your life and decided to come to an audition, gets cast and keeps coming back.   You, the patron who comes and laughs and cries and applauds and gives us our reason for being on stage in the first place.  

From the Board of Directors of Limestone Stage, thank you for all of the support this last ten years.  We are so excited to be here and can't wait to show you the incredible projects in our second decade!  

Enjoy the show!

Luke Janchenko
Co-Founder/Executive Director
Limestone Stage Community Theatre

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About Limestone Stage

About Our Organization

Limestone Stage, founded in 2014, is a community theatre group serving the greater Will County area. Our focus is to expose people of all ages and abilities to the performing arts, then educate them from all sides: acting, directing, tech and operations. We look at theatre as an excellent way to bring people together, and feel that Lockport has a very deep need for an artistic outlet for both people involved in the shows, as well as the viewing public.

Limestone Stage has its roots in 2012 when the Gaylord Building and White Oak Library District decided to put on an abstract theatrical performance as a way of highlighting historic downtown Lockport. Murder Mystery on State Street, written and directed by Alissa Raschke-Janchenko, performed to a sold-out audience in October 2012. The trigger was pulled on the second show - a series of comedic one acts that were granted the title Good Humor: A Festival of One Acts. That show, too, sold out for every performance and told us officially that not only could a full - blown theatre work in Lockport, but it was something the area sorely needed.

In 2018, Limestone Stage became a 501(c)3 organization, which will allow us to continue to provide theatrical opportunities to the community, through donations and ticket sales. As always, there is no fee to participate in Limestone Stage productions, and we encourage folks of all ages and all walks of life to join

Thank you for your continued support!

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Meet the Company

Rick Baiker

Rick is honored to have been chosen to join the ranks of Limestone Stage. Rick began acting 20 years ago and has had the good fortune of playing characters such Atticus Finch in “To Kill A Mockingbird”, George in “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf” and Herr Mueller in “Frankenstein.” More recently Rick has moved into television acting with roles on Chicago Justice and Chicago Fire as well as some commercial work. Rick is extremely grateful for the opportunity to work with the Limestone family. Please enjoy tonight’s performances.

Patti Goodson

Patti is thrilled to be acting on stage again after a 30-year hiatus! She was heavily involved in stage performance back in high school, but life got busy after that and she has been spending her days as a wife and mother to two wonderful (and busy) kids since then. Now, she’s ready to make time for her passion and is so grateful to Limestone Stage for this opportunity! She would also like to thank her husband, Chris, her family and friends for their encouragement and support. She hopes you enjoy her debut performance with Limestone!

Jane Gardner

Jane is excited to be performing again with Limestone Stage. She performed with Limestone Stage in many of their past shows. She would like to thank the cast and crew for making this production wonderful. She would like to thank her family and friends for their great support.

Griffin Garrett

Griffin Garrett is happy to return to Limestone Stage as lighting designer and actor, while also assistant directing for the first time. He's had such a great time helping out with his 9th show with Limestone and hopes he can assistant direct more in the future.

Willow Garrett

Willow thoroughly enjoys lamps. She has been in many previous Limestone productions.

Zoe Gates

Zoe Gates is a resident of Joliet and has been studying and performing theatre since childhood. She has been a member of Limestone Stage since 2014, most recently performing The Tell-Tale Heart in Ravens & Revenge and immediately prior to that serving as Assistant Director for Much Ado About Nothing. Zoe welcomes you to Limestone’s tenth season and thanks you for your support! She would also like to remind you to do what makes your soul happy.

Sarah Elizabeth Gregurich

Sarah is extremely excited and incredibly honored to be given the opportunity to perform with such a talented group of people. She has many years of experience under her belt in both backstage and onstage work. Some of her favorite past roles include Alexi Darling in RENT, Silly Girl/Napkin in Beauty and the Beast, Ellen in The Tenacity of Just Seeming, and Constance Sack in Rock of Ages. She extends her gratitude to all of her friends and family, cast mates, production staff, and directors throughout the years.

Melanie Grzesik-Duffy

Melanie Grzesik-Duffy is thrilled to perform for a second time with Limestone Stage! Last summer, Melanie had a chance to tackle Shakespearean English as Ursula in Much Ado About Nothing and is excited to further expand her comedic acting chops. Melanie wants to thank her husband for helping her to shape her creative identity and her daughter for being everything Melanie wants to be someday.

Kit Lindblom

Kit is a founding member of the Limestone Stage and hails from Detroit MI, where he developed his interest in theater at an early age. His first role was in a grade school production of “The Brahman and the Tiger” where he played the Tiger. His directorial debut came while still in High School, he directed one act plays while a member of the Thespian Troupe #3247. He acted his way through Henry Schoolcraft College, Wayne State University, North Central College and received his MFA in Theatre from Western Illinois University. After college, he was an actor and director with The Civic Theater of Greater Lafayette, The Sugar Creek Players of Crawfordsville and. The Hendricks County Players, where he received awards for his performances “The Road to Nirvana” as Al Serrano, and in as Axel in “The Nerd.” His acting debut for the Limestone Stage was in the original Good Humor, where he featured as the Interpreter in “Arabian Nights”. Kit took on the role of Artistic Director of Limestone Stage when it became a company and continues to act, direct and over sees Limestone’s Workshop program; where he teaches Acting, directing, and other classes. Kit has also worked on video productions in the educational and corporate sectors.

Aubree O'Connor

Aubree is excited to be in her third production with Limestone Stage! Her past productions include Christmas Caroler/Fezzwig's Daughter in Christmas Carol and Mary Parker in For Better or Worse. In college, she played Keri in The Bold, the Young and the Murdered, Maid Marian in Robin Hood, The Elephant Trainer in Elephant’s Graveyard, and Gwendolyn Pigeon in The Odd Couple. Aubree would like to thank her boyfriend, family, and friends for their continuous love and support! She would also like to send a special thank you to her fellow cast and crew for making this such a fun experience! She also hopes no one sold their soul to the devil to make it to the performances.

Matt Hoch

Matt is very happy to perform again at Limestone Stage! You may have seen him in “Much Ado about Nothing” and “Ravens & Revenge” here at Limestone, and most recently, “Arsenic and Old Lace” at Joliet Drama Guild. Matt would like to thank the directors, cast, and crew for making this show a blast to work on, as well as his friends and family for putting up with his rapidly growing obsession with theatre.

Erik Lindblom

Erik Lindblom has performed in iconic roles such Jason Vorhees and the Dark Knight himself. More recently he got the chance to direct in Limestone's Blithe spirit. Since he has become a board member he has had to step back from acting somewhat but his love of reading shows and improv cant be quenched. His 8 years spent with Limestone can be earmarked by performances such as: Professor Plum in Clue, Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol, and Treplev in The Seagull, and father in a Christmas Story. He has worked with other theatre companies such as playing Philip Lombard in Curtain Calls: And then there were none, Beast in a production of Beauty and the beast in Dellwood park. He was also instrumental in starting Taft schools Bragi's players. Regardless of where he does shows Limestone Stage will always be his home and if there is a more welcoming theater he has yet to find it.

Anthony Maccani

Anthony has been captivated by the magic of theater since his high school days, where he first discovered his passion for the stage. Over the years, he has graced numerous local productions, leaving his mark on cherished classics such as "Lend Me a Tenor," "The Odd Couple," and "Biloxi Blues." For Anthony, local theater is not just a hobby but a fulfilling and invigorating escape from the routine of everyday life. When he's not treading the boards, Anthony can be found imparting his knowledge and expertise as a paraprofessional in the automotive department at Wilco Area Career Center in Romeoville. His commitment to education and community shines through both on and off the stage. Anthony is thrilled to continue his theatrical journey with Limestone, eagerly anticipating the challenges and joys that each new production brings. With his boundless enthusiasm and dedication, he is sure to enchant audiences for many shows to come.

Kris Swierzewski

Last seen on stage in the fantastic Much Ado About Nothing, Kris is always happy helping out onstage and off. She has been with Limestone from the very beginning and cannot wait for more. She would like to thank her boys Alex and Gabe for their patience, love and support, and her sisters for keeping her sane. You can also catch Kris clowning around with Limestone's Quarried Away Improv team.

Josh Urban

Josh decided to follow his passion for theater and acting after 41 years. With just a level 1 improv class on his resume he auditioned for a role with Limestone Stage after years of wanting to do so. He is beyond excited and thankful to be a part of this wonderful cast and looks forward to his theatrical debut.

Wally Roche

Director

Griffin Garrett

Assistant Director

Andi Garrett

Costumes

Ollie Robinson

Sound

Griffin Garrett

Lights

Callie Clanton

Stage Manager

Linda Savickas

Production Assistant

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