BWW Stage Mag Mamma Mia! - North Branch Area High School Stage Mag
Music Published by Universal Publishing Group
 
 
MAMMA MIA!
 
 
Music and Lyrics by
 
BENNY ANDERSSON
BJÖRN ULVAEUS
 
 
And some songs with STIG ANDERSON
Book by CATHERINE JOHNSON
 
Originally Conceived by JUDY CRAYMER
 
MAMMA MIA! was originally produced in London by Judy Craymer, Richard East and Björn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in association with Universal.
 
Additional Material & Arrangements
MARTIN KOCH
 
Music Published by Universal Music Publishing Group and EMI Grove Park Music Inc. and EMI Waterford Music Inc.*
 
 
 
 
Starring
 

Danica Fitcher

Cosette Trampe

Christopher Capaul

Carter McWilliams

Leoniel Gonzalez Santos

Zachary Petrik

Gao Choua Lor

Taylor Lutzke

Ilynne Monzerath Pachuca

Hailea Koep

Eli Krech

Timmy Troxell

Liam G.

Alice Arbogast

Brooklyn Bogotty

Autumn Danich

Eliza Determan

Anya Diehl

Ashtyn Havrilla

Anna Lynn

Maddie McNamara

Bella Norlander

Miranda Otterson

June Peterson

Lea Rehm

Star

Lia Shooltz

Emma Ward

Abby Welker

     
     
 

*This production contains flashing lights and fog effects that may affect viewers who are sensitive.

The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited

Mamma Mia! 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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Song List

ACT I 

Overture / Prologue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Orchestra

Honey, Honey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sophie, Ali, Lisa
Money, Money, Money . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Donna, Ensemble
Thank You For The Music . . . . . . . . . . Sophie, Harry, Bill, Sam
Mamma Mia . . . . . . . . . . . Donna, Sam, Bill, Harry, Ensemble
Chiquitita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Donna, Tanya, Rosie
Dancing Queen . . . . . . . . . . Donna, Tanya, Rosie, Ensemble
Lay All Your Love On Me . . . . . . . . . . . .Sophie, Sky, Ensemble
Super Trouper . . . . . . . . . . . .Donna, Tanya, Rosie, Ensemble
Gimme, Gimme, Gimme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sophie, Ensemble
The Name Of The Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sophie, Bill
Voulez Vous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Company

 

ACT II

Entr’acte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Orchestra

Under Attack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sophie, Ensemble
One Of Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Donna
SOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Donna, Sam
Does Your Mother Know . . . . . . . Tanya, Pepper, Ensemble
Knowing Me, Knowing You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sam, Sophie
Our Last Summer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harry, Donna, Ensemble
Slipping Through My Fingers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Donna, Sophie
The Winner Takes It All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Donna
Take A Chance On Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rosie, Bill
I Do, I Do, I Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sam, Donna, Company
I Have A Dream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sophie, Company

Mamma Mia (Bows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Company
Dancing Queen (Bows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Company
Waterloo (Bows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Company


 

Cast

Danica Fitcher
Sophie Sheridan
Cosette Trampe
Donna Sheridan
Christopher Capaul
Sam Carmichael
Carter McWilliams
Bill Austin
Leoniel Gonzalez Santos
Harry Bright
Zachary Petrik
Sky
Gao Choua Lor
Tanya
Taylor Lutzke
Rosie
Ilynne Monzerath Pachuca
Lisa
Hailea Koep
Ali - Donna Understudy
Eli Krech
Pepper
Timmy Troxell
Eddie
Liam G.
Father Alexandrios
Emma Ward
Ensemble - Dance Captain - Tanya Understudy
Alice Arbogast
Ensemble - Sophie Understudy
Miranda Otterson
Ensemble - Rosie Understudy
Lia Shooltz
Ensemble - Ali Understudy
June Peterson
Ensemble - Dance Captain
Autumn Danich
Ensemble - Dance Captain
Maddie McNamara
Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Ashtyn Havrilla
Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Eliza Determan
Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Lea Rehm
Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Abby Welker
Ensemble
Anya Diehl
Ensemble
Anna Lynn
Ensemble
Brooklyn Bogotty
Ensemble
Star
Ensemble
Bella Norlander
Ensemble

Creative Team

Angela Lund

Director - Choreographer

Danielle Laszcwski

Assistant Director - Costumer

Sam Lubs

Vocal Director

Jameson Hannigan

Student Assistant Director

Kylie Grams

Stage Manager

Tristen Ray

Sound and Lighting Designer

Erik Lund

Set Designer

Kathleen Neu

Sound Board

Kaylynn Shepard

Sound Assistant

Aubrey Badger

Light Board

Daisy Bardeaux

Spotlight

Reid Link

Spotlight

Caden Camacho

Backstage Crew

Rylee Zarbok

Backstage Crew

Lillian Steele

Makeup Assistant - Backstage Costume Assistant

Athena DeFlorin

Backstage Costume Assistant

James Pope

Pit Director

Rachel Wattson

Keyboard 1

Karen Yang

Keyboard 2

Ava Witkowski

Keyboard 3

Mango Trippe

Drumset

Sophia Podoll

Percussion

Adam Trampe

Guitars

Josh Eiynk

Bass

Meet the Company

Danica Fitcher

Sophie Sheridan
Danica Fitcher - Sophie Sheridan Danica is a freshman at NBAHS and this is her sixth year in theater. In the last year you may have seen her in Shrek (Gingerbread Man, Sugar Plum Fairy, Young Fiona, etc) Finding Nemo jr (Nemo), Seussification of a Midsummer Nights Dream (Bottom), and Where the Sky Meets the Sea (Furry 2). She would like to dedicate this show to her family as well as the cast and all of the production team backstage for making this show come to life. Enjoy the show!

Cosette Trampe

Donna Sheridan
Cosette Trampe - Donna Sheridan Cosette is ecstatic to be playing Donna in Mamma Mia!. In the past, she has played Annie in Annie, Sister Mary Roberts in Sister Act, and other less significant roles. She plays a bit of piano and bass, though her main instrument is guitar. When she is not playing or writing music, she enjoys 007 films (or film in general), driving her MINI with the music up and the windows down, and going on Chipotle dates with her boyfriend. She also takes an interest in architecture and philosophy. She’d like to thank her directors, family, and friends for supporting her, and the pit and tech crew who are so often taken for granted. “Do whatever makes you laugh”– Ilynne Monzerath Pachuca

Christopher Capaul

Sam Carmichael
Christopher Capaul - Sam Carmichael Christopher is a high school senior who is trying out theater for the to see what it's like. He has only done a short non-theater skit for a Scouting America summer camp (Shaggy Rogers), which is what inspired him to join theater. Outside of theater, Christopher has achieved the Eagle Scout rank, and is a Black Belt in taekwondo, and works at the Ecumen retirement home. Kudos to his mom and dad for keeping the tacks on his seat and making sure he's motivated. He really appreciates it. As for the show, this whole crew is gonna kick some butt!

Carter McWilliams

Bill Austin
Carter McWilliams - Bill Austin Carter is a senior at North Branch High School and has been in theater for all four years of high school and plans to continue to be a part of shows after high school. This is his 11th show at North Branch and apart from theater has been involved in Knowledge Bowl, Jazz band, Concert Choir and Symphonic Band. Recently Carter had finished a ten month battle with ewings sarcoma and was declared cancer free in February. He would like to dedicate his final performance at North Branch to not only his friends and family. But also to the doctors, nurses and staff at Masonic Children's Hospital for helping him to get back on stage one last time.

Leoniel Gonzalez Santos

Harry Bright
Leoniel Gonzalez Santos - Harry Bright Leo is a junior at North Branch Area High School. He is involved in Jazz Band, Concert Choir, Harminares, and Unum Vox, where he hones his vocal and instrumental skills, performs in concerts and competitions, and collaborates with fellow student musicians. He is passionate about the performing arts and aspires to become a famous musician, devoting many hours each week to rehearsing, learning new repertoire, improving his technique, and making music. He participated in theater productions in the past, such as Sister Act, Shrek (guitarist), and The Seussification of a Midsummer Night's Dream. He is deeply grateful to his friends, teachers, and family for their constant encouragement and support, motivating him to pursue his goals. He wants to thank the tech crew and the pit band for making this musical possible. Break a leg!

Zachary Petrik

Sky
Zachary Petrik - Sky Zachary is a Sophmore at North Branch High School. This is his seventh production with North Branch Theater. He has previously been in Shrek (Lord Farquaad), Where the Sky Meets the Sea (The Oracle) and Sister Act (Various Roles). Outside of theater Zach is involved in Choir, Speech, Math League, and Esports. Zach would like to thank his parents, siblings, and all of his friends and family. He hopes everyone enjoys the show as much as he has!

Gao Choua Lor

Tanya
Gao Choua Lor - Tanya Gao is a sophomore at North Branch Area High School and is so ecstatic to be able to perform this show for everyone! This is her 6th show and she's very happy to be able to show everyone her character just like she did with Sponge bob (as Pearl), Pinocchio (as ensemble), Shrek (as Fiona), The Seussification of a Midsummer Nights Dream (as Hermia), Where The Sky Meets The Sea (as Carissa), and now Mamma Mia (as Tonya). She would like to thank everyone who supports and shows her love, Everyone in the tech crew and the loving cast, and lastly all the seniors of this year. She's created such good connections with everyone here! Thank you and enjoy the show!

Taylor Lutzke

Rosie
Taylor Lutzke - Rosie Taylor is a senior at North Branch Area High School. This is her 11th production with NBAHS theatre. She has been in shows such as Sister Act (Sister Mary Patrick), Wind in the Willows (Toad), and Where the Sky meets the Sea (Astra). Outside of theatre, Taylor draws and plays video games with her friends. She would like to thank her family, friends, fellow seniors and the amazing cast and crew of Mamma Mia!

Ilynne Monzerath Pachuca

Lisa
Ilynne Monzerath Pachuca - Lisa Ilynne, an eleventh grader in High School just trying her best. Previously appeared in NOTHING other than choir concerts and PB&J night shows. Never before been in a musical, let alone theater, but choir... choir's where it's at. Choir is where she's at. This musical is a first for her and she couldn't be more excited and grateful for this experience. She is a very grateful person. She is grateful for her grandparents, her sisters, her cousins, her aunts, her uncle Luis and her friends that are her biggest supporters. Ilynne spends her time outside of school making art of different kinds, such as writing songs, writing poetry, drawing and playing with her dog Reynaldo!

Hailea Koep

Ali - Donna Understudy
Hailea Koep - Ali - Donna Understudy Hailea is a sophomore at North Branch Area High School and so excited to be a part of this wonderful show. This is her first show and got the part of Aly and Donna understudy. Outside of theater she is involved in Girls tennis, Concert Choir, Symphonic Band, Jazz band and Peer Leadership. She has been enjoying this experience of singing and dancing with such amazing people. She would like to thank her friends and family who have supported her throughout the entire process, and back stage crew who have helped her scope out the musical experience!

Eli Krech

Pepper
Eli Krech - Pepper Eli is thrilled to be part of this year’s production of Mamma Mia! at North Branch High School, where he plays Pepper. This is his first show with NB Theater, and it has been an unforgettable experience. He is also a first-year choir student and has been enjoying that experience as well. Outside of theater, Eli has a strong interest in aviation and hopes to pursue it in the future. He has truly enjoyed getting to know and perform alongside such a talented cast and looks forward to continuing theater both during and after high school. Eli would like to thank his friends, family, and the entire cast and crew for their support and encouragement.

Timmy Troxell

Eddie
Timmy Troxell - Eddie Timothy is a Sophomore at North Branch High school he is Happy/Very tired to be part of this Amazing show. This is his third show with the NB Theater, having been in the "Seussification of a Midsummer Night's Dream" as well as "When the Sky Meets the See". Timmy was involved in E-sports and Writing club. He would like to thank his Family, Friends, Writing Club, Teachers, and the extraordinary cast and tech for this show. He will Break a leg.

Liam G.

Father Alexandrios
Liam G. - Father Alexandrios Liam is an 8th grader at North Branch Area Middle School he has been in theater for 3 years. He has previously been in The SpongeBob Musical, and The Witches along with multiple other theater camp productions. Outside of theater, he is involved in band, robotics, and D&D club. He wants to thanks all of his family, friends, and cast for their help.

Emma Ward

Ensemble - Dance Captain - Tanya Understudy
Emma Ward - Ensemble - Dance Captain - Tanya Understudy Emma is a freshman at North Branch High School and is so happy to be a part of this production. This is her 3rd production with North Branch theatre, but has been involved in shows for years. While Emma isn't at rehearsal she spends most of her time doing music and anything involving animals. She keeps busy while working, volunteering, spending time with family/friends, and so much more. She would like to thank everyone who has helped make this show possible and all of the effort they have put in.

Alice Arbogast

Ensemble - Sophie Understudy
Alice Arbogast - Ensemble - Sophie Understudy Alice is a sophomore at North Branch. Mamma Mia! is her third production. She previously participated in Spongebob and Wind in the Willows. She is also involved in other extracirricular activities, including tennis, speech, and peer leadership. She would like to thank her parents for always giving her rides, and Angela for dealing with her shenanigans during rehearsal.

Miranda Otterson

Ensemble - Rosie Understudy
Miranda Otterson - Ensemble - Rosie Understudy Miranda, a sophomore at North Branch High School, is delighted to be part of Mamma Mia! This marks her fourth theatrical production. She has previously appeared as the Fairy Godmother in Shrek, Helena in The Seussification of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and ensemble in Where the Sky Meets the Sea. Miranda is incredibly grateful for the support of her mom, friends, cast and crew who have made this experience so special.

Lia Shooltz

Ensemble - Ali Understudy
Lia Shooltz - Ensemble - Ali Understudy Lia is a sophomore at North Branch High School and has been exited about this show before she even knew what it would be. This is her fourth production with North Branch’s Theatre Department, having been in A Seussified Version of a Midsummer Night's Dream (Titania and Wife), Where the Sky Meets the Sea (Sky), and Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Middle School (but were too busy being shoved in a locker to ask) (Eager Student). Lia thanks her friends for being there throughout this whole year and making this an even better experience.

June Peterson

Ensemble - Dance Captain
June Peterson - Ensemble - Dance Captain June is a freshman at North Branch High School and is very excited to be a part of Mamma Mia! She has been doing theatre with North Branch since she was in 5th grade, having previously appeared in Sponge-bob (Karen), Shrek (Peter Pan), and The Witches (Mrs. Jenkins). She has also been a rehearsal assistant for the middle school musical and a dance captain for 2 years. Outside of theatre, June is involved in speech, tennis, math league, and student council. She would love to thank her family, friends, cast, crew, and especially our wonderful directors!

Autumn Danich

Ensemble - Dance Captain
Autumn Danich - Ensemble - Dance Captain Autumn is a sophomore at North Branch High School and is super excited to be a part of Mamma Mia! This show will be her third production at NB Theatre, having been in The Wizard Of Oz (Munchkin), and Spongebob (Sandy Cheeks). Outside of theatre, Autumn involves herself in competitive dance, and she plays the piano. She would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her and watching her preform. She also is very glad she joined theatre again and would like to thank all her amazing cast mates and crew for being so welcoming.

Maddie McNamara

Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Maddie McNamara - Ensemble - Featured Dancer Maddie is a senior at North Branch High school and is thrilled to be a part of this show. This is her eighth production with NB Theatre, having previously appeared in The Pink Panther, Guys & Dolls, Sister Act, The Wind In The Willows, Shrek, The Seussification of a Midsummer Nights Dream, and Where the Sky Meets the Sea. Maddie is also involved in choir. She would like to thank her castmates, her friends, and her family.

Ashtyn Havrilla

Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Ashtyn Havrilla - Ensemble - Featured Dancer Ashtyn is an 8th grader at North Branch Middle School. This is her first production with North Branch. Outside of theater, Ashtyn is also involved in choir, band, volleyball, and volunteers at church. She would like to thank her family and friends for the great tips and endless support! And the amazing cast and crew for the wonderful support!

Eliza Determan

Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Eliza Determan - Ensemble - Featured Dancer Eliza is a freshman at North Branch High School and cannot wait to perform in the show! This is her first production with North Branch High School theater. Outside of theater, Eliza spends her time writing stories, drawing her favorite characters, and listening to music. She would like to thank her family, friends, and both the cast and crew for their support and joy they gave her during the preparation of the show. Good luck!

Lea Rehm

Ensemble - Featured Dancer
Lea Rehm - Ensemble - Featured Dancer Lea is an 8th grader at North Branch and loves to be in musicals and plays. In her free time she babysits at Access church and likes to paint, draw, and create things. Lea's past performances include the musical Stone Dragon Stew, Witches, SpongeBob, and A Christmas Line.

Abby Welker

Ensemble
Abby Welker - Ensemble Abby is a freshman at NBAHS, and is VERY excited for the chance to be in Mamma Mia! This is her 5th production with NB Theater, having been is SpongeBob, The Witches, Shrek, and The Seussification of A Midsummer Nights Dream. When not in theater, Abby likes crafting, singing, and hanging out with her dogs. She is involved in Peer Leadership as well. She wants to thank her friends for their support of theater, and her amazing cast and crew for supporting her through her theater journey.

Anya Diehl

Ensemble
Anya Diehl - Ensemble Anya is a freshmen at NBAHS, and had a blast doing this show. This is her 5th production with NB Theater, she has done SpongeBob (Mrs. Puff), Stone Dragon Stew (Farmer, butcher), The Witches (Nurse, Waiter), Shrek (Mama Bear, Duloc Greeting, Puppeteer (Bunny), Ensemble) and now she is a background dancer and is apart of the Ensemble. Outside the Theater space, Anya is a part of Soccer, but in the summer she goes to a girl scout camp and is known as "Sky hawk" among her campers and fellow caddies! She also plays video games like "Resident Evil", with her dad and "Skyrim", when she feels like it! Anya also Watches shows like "Initial D", "Grimm" and "Batman Beyond" with her family, Her favorite movies she loves to watch are "2 Fast To The Furious" and "The Princess Bride"! She loves listening to scary stories, painting, and writing. She loves hanging out with her friends, Family and her 2 cats (Puffy and Trails). She would love to thank her family, friends, Cast and Crew members for their support and memories that she made while doing this show. She hopes you have an amazing time watching this show. :)

Anna Lynn

Ensemble
Anna Lynn - Ensemble Anna is a freshman at North Branch High School. She does theater during her free time and choir in school. She has been participating in theater activities the last few years and can't wait for future shows. This is her third performance with NB Theater but has previously played in Alice and wonderland JR (caterpillar), The Seussification of a Midsummer Night's Dream (Hippolyta), where the sky meets the sea (chorus). She wants to thank her family and all the cast, and the amazing people have supported her.

Brooklyn Bogotty

Ensemble
Brooklyn Bogotty - Ensemble Brooklyn is Sophomore at North Branch High School and she is so excited to be a part of this community. This is Brooklyn's first show she's a part of. Brooklyn is a part of choir and loves singing and acting. She thanks her friends and family for always supporting her and helping her get out of her comfort zone. Hope you enjoy!

Star

Ensemble
Star - Ensemble Star is a freshmen at North Branch High School and is very glad she got to be a part of this show. This is her first production at NB Theatre. Outside of theatre, she sings in Valkyrie Choir, and she enjoys reading, hiking, and art. She would like to thank her parents, friends, TSA group, and the theatre director, Angela Lund for being her biggest support. She's been having an amazing time being able to be working on the show with her other amazing cast members.

Bella Norlander

Ensemble
Bella Norlander - Ensemble Bella is an 8th grade middle schooler and loves theater. Aside from theater Bella does basketball and Robotics. She loves to cozy up with a good book! Besides Mamma Mia!, Bella has been in SpongeBob the Musical, The Witches, Alice in Wonderland, and Stone Dragon soup. She would like to thank her family and friends for all their support. Break a leg!

Angela Lund

Director - Choreographer

Danielle Laszcwski

Assistant Director - Costumer

Sam Lubs

Vocal Director

Jameson Hannigan

Student Assistant Director
Jameson Hannigan - Student Assistant Director Jameson is a senior at north branch high school and is so excited to be apart of the show even if it's backstage, he has been a part of the shows ether as a help or as the backstage director in (sister act) (wind and the willows) (Shrek) and now (mamma mia) out side of school he likes camping and spending time with his dogs and cats, he would like to thank his family and the entire cast that has worked so hard on this, have fun.

Kylie Grams

Stage Manager
Kylie Grams - Stage Manager Kylie is a senior at North Branch Area High School. This is her last production with NB Theatre. She has previously done all of the shows at north branch since her first show freshman year called "The Pink Panther Strikes Again" where she was spotlight. Since then some of her favorite shows where "The Snow Queen" where she was spotlight, The SpongeBob Musical" where she was Stage Manager, "Once Upon a Pine The Adventures of Pinocchio" where she was Stage Manager & Light Board operator and "The Seussification of a midsummer nights dream" where she was a Student Director. Outside of theatre she is involved in tech club, NHS, and band. She would like to thank her family and friends.

Tristen Ray

Sound and Lighting Designer

Erik Lund

Set Designer

Kathleen Neu

Sound Board

Kaylynn Shepard

Sound Assistant
Kaylynn Shepard - Sound Assistant Kaylynn is a senior at North Branch Area High School. Kaylynn has been an actor in 3 shows: The Wizard of Oz, The Pink Panther Strikes Again, and Guys and Dolls. This year, she decided to join tech club and step backstage. Outside of theater, she is involved with tech club and NHS. Enjoy the show!

Aubrey Badger

Light Board

Daisy Bardeaux

Spotlight

Reid Link

Spotlight

Caden Camacho

Backstage Crew
Caden Camacho - Backstage Crew

Rylee Zarbok

Backstage Crew

Lillian Steele

Makeup Assistant - Backstage Costume Assistant

Athena DeFlorin

Backstage Costume Assistant

James Pope

Pit Director

Rachel Wattson

Keyboard 1

Karen Yang

Keyboard 2
Karen is a senior at North Branch Area High School who is absolutely psyched to be playing keyboard in the pit band. This is her third time playing keyboard for a musical, having previously played in Sister Act and Shrek the Musical. Outside of pit band, Karen is also involved in Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, Knowledge Bowl, National Honor Society, and FTC Robotics.

Ava Witkowski

Keyboard 3

Mango Trippe

Drumset

Sophia Podoll

Percussion

Adam Trampe

Guitars

Josh Eiynk

Bass
Josh is a Sophomore at North Branch Area High School, and is thankful to be part of the program. This is the second show he’s backed in the pit, following Shrek. He’d like to thank the cast for their hard work!

Special Thanks

 

Kindra Helin - Activities Director

Tanya Giese - Activities Secretary

Lakes International Language Academy (LILA)

Forest Lake HS 

Erik Lund

Alex Yorkovich

Amanda Witzmann

Sara Brabec

NBAHS Custodial Staff

Spotlight Education 

All of our parent volunteers!

Director's Note


Welcome, and thank you for being here to experience the joy, heart, and unforgettable music of Mamma Mia!

 

Directing this year's musical has been both an incredible joy and a meaningful challenge. As my first year directing at the high school level, I stepped into this process feeling a mix of excitement and uncertainty—but above all, deep gratitude for the opportunity to learn, grow, and create alongside such an amazing group of students.

I chose Mamma Mia! because I knew this community would bring something special to it. The music is infectious, the story is full of heart, and as a choreographer, it’s a show I’ve long dreamed of bringing to life. From the very beginning, I saw the potential for this cast to shine—and they have exceeded every expectation.

What has inspired me the most throughout this journey is the growth I’ve witnessed. These students have worked hard to bring this show to life - supporting one another, taking risks, and embracing every moment of the process. Their energy, resilience, and dedication have transformed this production into something truly special, and I could not be more proud of them.

This show would not be possible without the incredible support of our families and community. To the parents, volunteers, and students who have contributed their time, talent, and encouragement—thank you for helping bring this production to life! Your support has made all the difference.

Thank you for being here, and for celebrating the hard work and passion of these students. I hope you enjoy the show as much as we have enjoyed creating it!

-Angela Lund

 

What's next?

Get Involved!

 

Thank you for supporting our production—our theatre program thrives because of students, families, and community members like you. If tonight’s performance inspired you, we’d love to see you take the stage… or help make the magic happen behind the scenes!


Have Questions or Want to Get Involved?

We’d love to hear from you!
Email Angela for more information about any upcoming opportunities:
Angela Lund — angelalund@isd138.org

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