StageDoor Theatre's Production of   Book, Music & Lyrics by MEREDITH WILLSON   Based on a story by MEREDITH WILLSON & FRANKLIN LACEY
Starring
Blake Bowlin Eli Croxton Emily Davis Madeline Ellsworth Minowa Brake Eymer Keegan Finley Margo Force Cora Gough	Malana Heublein Parker Jensen Tess Lochner Jackie Penrod Lyla Marras Michaela Mooberry Sunny Poe	Carol Rouse Libby Rowland Meredith Schmid Stella Stroop Katie Waldron Sage Wartgow Sienna Winters Oliver Wasiak
Book by Meredith Willson , Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson

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

The Music Man JR. Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
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Director’s Note

Hello, everyone! 

I want to thank you on behalf of the creative team and all of our amazing cast for spending your time with us today. We’re so excited for you to see what we’ve been working on since January.

I want to give a huge thank you to the costume team and set team. This took so much time and energy to look for, gather, fit and build all of these. Thank you!!!

Thank you to my sound, lighting and tech crew for everything you did to help make this production come to life.

Thank you to my creative team. It was such a blessing this season working with you all and making the vision become a reality.

On behalf of everyone involved in this production, thank you again for coming today. We now invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy the show!!!

Kris Sage

Song List

Scene 1: Train

Rock Island - Sage Wartgow, Minowa Brake Eymer, Emily Davis, Madeline Ellsworth, Malana Heublein, Tess Lochner, Lyla Marras, Jackie Penrod, Meredith Schmid

Scene 2: Iowa

Iowa Stubborn - Company, Parker Jensen, Malana Heublein

Ya Got Trouble - Blake Bowlin, Company

Scene 3: Street In Front of Paroo House

Scene 4: Inside Paroo House

Piano Lesson/If You Don’t Mind My Saying So - Caroline Rouse, Libby Rowland

Goodnight My Someone - Caroline Rouse

Scene 5: Gymnasium

Columbia, Gem of the Ocean - Company

Seventy-Six Trombones - Blake Bowlin, Company

Ice Cream/Sincere - Blake Bowlin, Cora Gough, Parker Jensen, Jackie Penrod, Eli Croxton

Scene 6: Street

Pick-A-Little, Talk-A-Little (Part 1) - Stella Stroop, Sunny Poe, Minowa Brake Eymer, Ladies

Pick-A-Little, Talk-A-Little (Part 2) - Stella Stroop, Sunny Poe, Minowa Brake Eymer, Michaela Mooberry, Madeline Ellsworth, Ladies, Blake Bowlin, Cora Gough, Parker Jensen, Jackie Penrod, Eli Croxton

Scene 7: Paroo House Porch

Scene 8: Center of Town

The Wells Fargo Wagon - Sienna Winters, Townspeople

Shipoopi - Oliver McCloskey, Company

Pick-A-Little, Talk-A-Little (Reprise) - Stella Stroop, Sunny Poe, Minowa Brake Eymer, Michaela Mooberry, Madeline Ellsworth, Ladies, Blake Bowlin, Cora Gough, Parker Jensen, Jackie Penrod, Eli Croxton

Scene 9: Paroo House Porch

Gary, Indiana - Sienna Winters, Caroline Rouse, Libby Rowland

Scene 10: Madison Park

Till There Was You - Caroline Rouse, Blake Bowlin

Cast

Creative Team

Meet the Cast

Blake Bowlin

Harold Hill

Blake is an 8th grader at West Jefferson Middle School, and Music Man Jr is his 11th show here at StageDoor. You may have recently seen him as Bugsy in Bugsy Malone Jr or as Michael Banks in Mary Poppins Jr. In his free time, Blake is an avid baseball player and loves to play video games. He would love to give a very special thanks to Mr.Sage, Alexandria, Katie (his amazing sister), Hannah, and Ericka for all of their hard work on this show! He hopes you enjoy!

Eli Croxton

Ewart Dunlop

Eli Croxton is an 8th grader at West Jeff Middle School. Eli enjoys snowboarding, performing, and cooking. His prior performances include The Aristocats, The triple feature, Bugsy Malone Jr., Mary Poppins Jr., Rock of Ages, and Alice in Wonderland. He would like to thank his family and friends for their support.

Emily Davis

Amaryllis, Salesman #3

Emily is a 6th grader at WJMS. She enjoys taekwondo, soccer and being outside. This is her second performance at Stagedoor. Last fall she played Tweedle Dee in Alice in Wonderland. Emily is grateful to have good family and friends.

Madeline Ellsworth

Mrs. Squires, Newspaper Reader #2

Madeline Ellsworth attends 5th grade at West Jefferson Elementary School. She was born in Austin, TX, but moved to Colorado in 2017. She loves to dance and does Lyrical and Aerial Silks at Peak Academy of Dance. She spends almost all her free time drawing or hanging out with her three sisters. She landed her first acting role as a nun in The Sound of Music at the Venue Theatre in Conifer, CO in 2022, she then played Tinker Bell in her school's unique rendition of Peter Pan. She's grateful for the love and support of her family and the amazing opportunity to perform at StageDoor Theatre.

Minowa Brake Eymer

Maud Dunlop, Newspaper Reader #1

Minowa Brake Eymer is a 7th grade student at West Jefferson Middle School. Minowa enjoys all types of art and is continuously expressing her creativity. In addition to art, she enjoys snowboarding, jumping on her trampoline, hanging out with friends, and spending time with her many animals. Her first play was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in the Summer of 2021. She took a break for a couple of years before trying theatre again in Spring 2024 for the Rock of Ages. She loved it so much that she then joined Alice in Wonderland in Fall 2024 and now Music Man Jr! She would like to thank her family and friends for their support.

Keegan Finley

Mayor Shinn

Keegan Finley is an 8th grader at Carmody Middle school. Keegan enjoys running, basketball, video games, pizza rolls and hanging out with friends. His prior performance’s are Annie Jr, Beauty and the Beast Jr, Schoolhouse Rock, Little Women Jr, Matilda Jr and MC for comedy improv. He would like to thank his family, pets, friends and theatre teams.

Margo Force

Zaneeta Shinn

Margo Force is in 7th grade at West Jeff Middle School. Margo likes to ski, dance, bike, hike, and she likes performing. Margo’s recent performances were Alice in Wonderland and Rock of Ages. Margo would like to thank Mr. Sage for being an awesome director, she would like to thank Katie for choreographing amazing dances for our shows, and I would like to thank Alexandria for helping us with our songs.

Cora Gough

Oliver Hix

Cora is a 7th grader at West Jeff Middle School. She enjoys skiing, biking, and hanging out with her family and dog. Cora is fun, kind, and loves animals. This is Cora’s second performance at Stagedoor. She hopes to do many more shows.

Malana Heublein

Farmers Wife, News Paper Reader

Malana is a talented and passionate 13-year-old performer currently in 7th grade. She has previously captivated audiences in productions of Frozen, Seussical the Musical, Into the Woods and Alice in Wonderland. Known for her kindness and radiant personality, Malana is not only dedicated to theater but also loves skiing, crocheting, and spending time with her friends. She brings enthusiasm and warmth to every role she plays, and her love for the stage shines through in her performances.

Parker Jensen

Conductor, Farmer, Olin

Parker Jensen is a 6th grader at West Jefferson Middle School. Parker enjoys playing sports, gaming with his friends, and making music. He has been in one play before this at StageDoor, called Castles and Dragons. At home Parker enjoys time with his loving family, his mom, dad, his little brother and a sweet German Shepherd named Sadie! Parker would love to thank everyone at StageDoor for making this a fun experience together!

Tess Lochner

Salesman 2, Constable Locke

Tess is a middle schooler at West Jeff middle school! She loves to write, sing, and do stagedoor! Her prior performances are Castles and Dragons, and Alice in Wonderland. She would like to thank her mom for all her support and love.

Lyla Marras

Tommy Dijilas, Newspaper Reader #3

Lyla Marras is a 7th grader at west Jefferson middle school, she is 12 years old and this will be her first performance at stagedoor other than teching for Alice in wonderland. Lyla enjoys various arts and crafts, video games, spending time with friends, and she is a black belt in taekwondo.

Oliver McCloskey

Marcellus Washburn

Oliver is in 7th grade at West Jeff Middle School. He enjoys skiing, playing card games and hanging out with his friends. His prior performances include Mary Poppins and Rock of Ages. Enjoy the show! 

Michaela Mooberry

Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn

Michaela is an 8th grader at WJMS. This is her 10th theater production with Stagedoor. When she is not at school or theater she enjoys skiing, playing volleyball and basketball, and playing with her dog. She would like to thank her entire cast, production team, and directors for helping make this show possible. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Jackie Penrod

Jacey Squires, Salesman #1

Jackie is a 7th grader at West Jeff. Her interests include art and theatre, and she is currently a huge fan of Epic, a musical retelling of Homer's The Odyssey. She is thrilled to be in her fourth production at StageDoor.

Sunny Poe

Ethel Toffelmier, Pick-A-Litte, Talk-A-Little Woman

Sunny Poe is 13 years old and a 7th grader at West Jefferson Middle School. Sunny is involved in choir and orchestra. Sunny is also a Girl Scout and loves supporting her troop and going out on Girl Scout adventures. Sunny's prior performances include Rock of Ages and Alice in Wonderland. Sunny enjoys performing and being a part of the whole Stage Door experience.

Carol Rouse

Marian Paroo

Carol is a 7th grader at WJMS, playing the part of Marian Paroo. She enjoys reading, drawing, theater, surfing, playing violin & horseback riding. Her prior performances include Honk, School House Rock, Willy Wonka Crew, Annie, and Miracle in Miami. She would like to thank the Stagedoor volunteers and staff for their support.

Libby Rowland

Mrs. Paroo, Dance Captain

Libby is an 8th grader at West Jeff middle school. This is her 6th show. Previous shows include Mary Poppins, Rock of Ages, Grease, Willy Wonka, and Alice in wonderland. Other than theater, she loves to dance. She would like to thank all of the directors and crew for putting Music Man onstage. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Meredith Schmid

Gracie Shinn, Salesman #5

Meredith is a 7th grader at West Jeff Middle School. This is her second show with Stagedoor Theatre, her first being Alice in Wonderland. When she’s not on stage she enjoys skiing, ice skating, and hanging out with her friends and family. She would like to thank Mr. Sage and the artistic crew for being so positive and encouraging of her throughout the show.. She also thanks her parents, Alan, her sisters and Colton and Hadley for their love and support.

Stella Stroop

Alma Hix

Stella Stroop is a 7th grader at West Jefferson Middle School. Outside of theater, she enjoys singing, skiing, and hanging out with her family and friends. Her prior performances include Bird Woman in Mary Poppins, Regina in Rock of ages, and Alice in Alice in Wonderland. She wants to thank all of the directors and creative team for their amazing job, and she hopes you enjoy the show!

Katie Waldron

Amaryllis, Kid

Katie Waldron is a sixth grader at West Jefferson Middle school. In addition to theater Katie and joy’s DI, art, video games, outside, and being with her friends and family. Her prior performances include Castles and Dragons, Pure Imagination, the Big, Bad, Musical, and Alice in Wonderland. She would like to thank her family for bringing her to rehearsal every week and for helping her practice.

Sage Wartgow

Charlie Cowell

Armed with an indestructible smile, an ironclad pitch, and the ability to dodge "No Soliciting" signs like an Olympic hurdler, Sage Wartgow plans to deliver the performance of a lifetime as traveling salesman Charlie Cowell. This will be her 8th production at StageDoor where her roles have spanned from the mildly psycho March Hare in Alice and Wonderland, to the eccentric Franz in Rock of Ages. When not on stage, Sage is a 7th grader at West Jefferson Middle School. She is a skater, fencer, expert skier, world traveler, and generally trustworthy. However, she does insist on cash up front.

Oliver Wasiak

Man

Oliver is in his last year of middle school at Astravo Academy. He enjoys gaming with friends, art projects, hiking and music in his free time. This will be his debut performance. He would like to thank his family and friends for their continued support.

Sienna Winters

Winthrop Paroo

Sienna Winters is 13 years old, and in the seventh grade at Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen. She has been in Castles and Dragons, Mary Poppins, Rock of Ages, and Alice in Wonderland. Sienna’s hobbies include art, aerial gymnastics, skiing, and reading. She is grateful for the wonderful Stagedoor community, and hopes that you enjoy the show!

Kris Sage

Director

Kris graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a Bachelor's degree in Music, and a minor in Theatre. His senior thesis was on music and autism. Kris has over thirty years of experience singing, dancing and acting in choirs and theatrical productions. He learned from some of the best teachers and conductors in the country, including a Grammy judge, and an American Choral Directors Association Hall of Fame conductor. He has been the choir and drama teacher at West Jefferson Middle School since 2016. He was the music director for Northland Chorale from 2016-2018 and assistant music director at West Bowles Community Church from 2016-2020. Since joining StageDoor in 2017, Kris has directed twelve junior company productions, was music director/co-director for senior company’s spring 2023 production of Singin’ In The Rain and the music director for the 2023 summer production of Footloose and the 2024 senior company production of Legally Blonde.. Kris thanks his wife for always letting him toss ideas around, these amazing kids for always challenging him to improve as a director, the creative team for helping this vision become reality, StageDoor Theatre for giving him the opportunity to share his passion for theatre with the kids of this community, and you all for spending your time with us today.

Alexandria Bernhardt

Music Director

Alexandria Bernhardt is a recent graduate of Regis University, with a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance, a minor in Peace and Justice, and a Leadership certificate. While at Regis she was an active member of the musical theater ensemble, serving as president and vice-president. With eighteen years of singing experience, her performance credits include Judy in 9 to 5, Rosie in Mamma Mia!, Marie in Cinderella, and most recently as Magenta/Usherette in StageDoor Theatre’s Rocky Horror Show. Alexandria teaches private voice lessons, and also works as a voice, piano, ukulele, piano playtime instructor, and their Assistant Director at DaVinci Center for Musical Arts. Alexandria loves the StageDoor community, and has worked with or directed all companies: Premier, Jr, Senior, and Adult. Alexandria has directed and music directed numerous musicals, including shows such as Dear Edwina Jr., Music Man Kids., and more and absolutely loves spending her time growing the voices and love for music in kids. She is incredibly proud of this cast and the hard work they have put into this show.

Katie Bowlin

Choreographer

Katie Bowlin is a junior at Conifer High School, and Music Man Jr. is her 4th show choreographing and her second show getting to work with Mr.Sage and the premier company! Previous credits include Alice in Wonderland Jr, the Big Bad Musical, Rock of Ages jr, and Castles and Dragons. In addition to choreography, Katie is actively involved in her 21st StageDoor show, and hopes you can come see her as Eurydice in Hadestown here at StageDoor in May! Recently you may have seen her as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, Betty Haynes in White Christmas, and Marty in Grease. Katie would love to give a very special thanks to her best friends on the creative team during this amazing show and the entirety of Stagedoor for making this the most wonderful place on Earth! Enjoy the show!

Hannah Boeding

Student Director

Hannah Boeding is a senior at Conifer High School and has been performing since she was in the third grade. Some of her favorite roles include Charlotte in Cinderella, Serena in Legally Blonde, and Judy in White Christmas. She will also be performing as Persephone in Hadestown here, at StageDoor Theater, this May. She had so much fun student directing Alice in Wonderland in the fall, and is so proud to have student directed Music Man! It was amazing to work with the creative team and students to put together such a great show. She can't wait for you to see it and hopes you enjoy it!

Ericka Adams

Stage Manager

Ericka is 17 years old and a Junior at Conifer High School. Ericka has been at StageDoor since she was in 3rd grade and Music Man is her second show stage managing. She is so excited for everyone to see all the hard work that these incredible kids have put in on and off stage into this show, and hopes you enjoy Music Man.

Tracy Doty

Production Manager

Megan Schmid

Parent Coordinator

Jennifer Middleton, Morgan Stroop, Katy Mooberry

Costume Designers

Dean Arniotes, Biz Schaugaard

Set Designer

Cat Carris

Set Painter

Lyz Rand

Light Designer

Logan Rafdal

Sound Designer

Bethany Vanbeek

Props Lead

Samara Malcolm

Light Board Op

Britta Heublein

Props Team

Joshua DeHaan

Sound Board Operator

Mourin Malcolm, Amelia Vega, Maisie Mitchell, Casey Adams, Mallory Vanbeek, Misha Krysiak, Colton Skerl, Emily Pinaretta

Backstage Team

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