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Directors Note: 

I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire is a hilariously unhinged new play by Samantha Hurley that brings the era of mortifying 2000s attitudes out of that would-be forgotten abyss. Celebrity obsession has probably been around for as long as celebrities have existed. Teenage obsession can be the most intense. Shelby is so infatuated that she has kidnapped and chained Hollywood icon Tobey Maguire to a pole in her basement. Think Misery with a Y2K twist. As a director I became obsessed myself about when the play takes place? Yes, it was in 2004. (One scene out of the seven takes place a year earlier in 2003.) However, there are o many meta-moment, fourth wall shatterings, and asides to the audiences that it has become obvious to me that this is a memory play. The real Shelby is wickedly remembering what transpired 22 years ago. No, this is not like Tom's poignant memories in A Glass Menagerie. Not at all, but I became preoccupied about whether Shelby has survived after what happens in her life. Ever the optimist, I feel confident that Shelby is right where she needs to be taking on the world having grown from her experience with Tobey. The play is as crazed as it is heartfelt. We hope you enjoy Shelby's wild ride as much as we had creating it for you. 

Cast

Production Team

Meet the Company

Shelby Hinkley

Kenzie Sanders

Kenzie is originally from Wichita, Kansas and is a Junior Theatre Major Some of her favorite roles include Maggie from Jake’s Women by Neil Simon, Mary from The BFG, “S” in Town Hall by Caridad Svich, Evil Gabbi from She Kills Monsters, and Bette from The Marriage of Bette and Boo. Over the summer, she worked at Brownville Village theatre and got to stage manage a world premiere. She is forever thankful to her parents, sister, and to her Gigi who have been supportive of her dreams since day one.

Tobey Maguire

Andrew Jones

Andrew Jones is a freshman from Gretna, Nebraska. Andrew has played a variety of roles, notably Mr. Hyde, Tito Merelli, and Danny Zuko! Andrew is an extremely energetic performer who brings a strong physical performance to the stage. He is beyond excited for everyone to see the show!

Shelby's Mom, Brenda Cankles, and Others

Jules Harlow

Jules Harlow is a senior theatre and vocal performance double major from Denver, CO and is so excited to be performing in her last straight play at Doane! Some of Jules’s favorite roles during her time at Doane include: Pauline (A Bright New Boise), Crabble (Fly by Night), and Grace/Queen Maureen (Between the Lines). Jules has had a blast doing this show and can’t wait for audiences to see it!

Robin McKercher

Director

Robin McKercher is ecstatic to be directing the hilarious production but also finding the truth and soul in these characters. Robs past credits at Doane include Between the Lines, Fly By Night, Amelie, Love/Sick and many more! Rob has been at Doane for 20 years and is looking forward to his upcoming productions and working with his students.

Lauren Qualseth-Murphy

Assistant Director

Lauren is a Junior Sociology Major/Psychology Minor from Omaha, Nebraska. She is involved in Doane Players and Collegiate Chorale. This is Lauren's first Doane Theatre production, AND this is the first show she has ever assistant-directed. Lauren is excited for more opportunities in the Doane Theatre! Enjoy the show! :)

Frankie McClaren

Stage Manager

Frankie is a Sophomore Theatre Major/History Minor at Doane University. Frankie is primarily an actor, performing in shows like 'Town Hall', 'She Kills Monsters', and most recently 'Welcome (Working Title)'. However, Frankie also helps out frequently behind the stage with mainly costumes. As Stage Manager for this show - this is Frankie's first show working in this role and can not wait for further opportunities in the future!

Elizabeth Stratton

Assistant Stage Manager

Elizabeth is a freshman Theatre Major from Bellevue, Nebraska and is involved in Doane Players and Collegiate Chorale. She has previously acted in “Welcome.” here at Doane, but this is her first show she’s ever stage managed! Some of her past roles before Doane include Mrs. Puff in Spongebob the Musical, Mrs. Phelps in Matilda, and Veta Louise Simmons in Harvey. Elizabeth is excited for you all to see the show. Enjoy!

Kennedy Abbott

Assistant Stage Manager

Kennedy is a freshman and this is their second show at Doane! Please enjoy the show!!!! THANK YOUUU !!!!

Sam Feng

Scenic Design

Sam is in his 3rd year at Doane University and is grateful to work on another theatre production as a scenic designer. When not set designing you can catch Sam Technical Directing, Building, and occasionally Sound designing. Enjoy the show!

Jeff Stander

Technical Director

Jeff Stander is the Department Chair for the Doane Theatre Department. He has designed and technical directed many shows during his time here. Credits at Doane include Between the Lines, A Midsummers Nights Dream, A Bright New Boise and many many more!

Hannah Schmitz

Lighting Design

Hannah is a third year student at Doane, and is currently majoring in theatre. She’s been working in lighting since her freshman year, and this is her first ever lighting design! In her free time she enjoyed writing and watching House with her suitemates.

Lillyann Buller

Costume Design

Lillyann is a Junior Theatre major at Doane. She is very active on campus as part of Gamma Phi Iota, Community Advisor, and involved in almost every theatre production at Doane while being in all three theatre student organizations. When Lilly isn't doing theatre you can often find her making herself her fourth cup of coffee for the day.

Emily Dominguez

Costume Design Assistant

Emily is a Junior theatre major at Doane University who has staged managed, performed, and now a Design Assistant! Emily can't wait for audiences to see the show and react to the work everyone has put into it!

Adam Millikan

Sound Designer

Adam Millikan is from McCool Junction Nebraska. They got their start here at Doane acting in A Bright New Boise, The Delays, and She Kills Monsters, they have worked as electrician on multiple shows as well. They have always had a love for sound design in theatre, television, and film but this is their first Sound Design here at Doane and very excited for everyone to hear the sounds and songs of this crazy show.

Casey Callahan

Props Master

Casey is a freshmen at Doane University. She has had a blast making many of the odd props in this show and is excited for audiences to see this hilarious show come together.

Paulina Hurtado

Scene Shop Forman

Paulina is so excited to be apart of this show! This will be her first time doing tech at Doane. She is a national qualifier for Texas Thespians and OAP award winner. some previous shows she’s done tech for include Puffs (Set crew) Clue (Hair and Make up chief) and Theatre X (Technical directing).

Tori Brelsford

Scenic Charge

Tori Brelsford is a Junior Theatre and Psychology major who has found her love for scenic painting fairly recently. She is so grateful to have had the opportunity to learn new painting techniques and skills during this show process, and can't wait to continue to practice them throughout her time at Doane. Tori would like to thank her best friends and her family for all their constant love and support.

Johanna Horne

Master Electrcian

Johanna Horne is a freshman theatre major from Denison, Texas. She has participated in both high school and community theatre, with a grand total of 18 shows! This is her second production at the collegiate level. Previously, she was selected for the Honor Crew at the Grapevine Texas Thespian State Festival in 2024. She has also been part of a Best Tech Team at a District UIL OAP competition and has earned All-Star Crew Member at District UIL OAP competitions three times.

Finley Korinek

House Manager

Finley is a Sophomore at Doane University and is excited to be back working with the theatre department for the play that will make you laugh your socks off!

Alan Fick

Sound Board Ope

Alan Fick is a techie focusing on sound and interested in other areas of tech, having some experience working on props and lights. He is majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor in theater.

Matthieu Helaine

Light Board Ope

Matthieu Helaine is a junior theatre major from Colorado. Matthieu has a focus in performing and sound design. He excited to be helping out on this show and hopes audiences can enjoy the dark humor the show brings!

Evelyn Vanek

Wardrobe

Evelyn is excited to be working at Doane Theatre on Wardrobe. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Ivy Shove

Wardrobe

Ivy is a sophmore at Doane with a focus in performance. Her past Doane credits include Between the Lines and She Kills Monsters plus more credits from outside Doane.

Katie Picard

Wardrobe

Katie Picard is a freshman at Doane. She plays volleyball and is majoring in Policy and Values. Katie is helping with the wardrobe department for this show, but has mainly worked as a stage manager and light designer in the past.

Cody Lee Crist

Electrician

Cody Lee Crist is a senior theatre major from southern Kansas. He has a main focus in lighting design and directing. Check out his portfolio on his instagram @theleeman0213

Alan Fick

Electrician

Lillyann Buller

Electrician

Adam Millikan

Electrician

Matthieu Helaine

Electrician

See whats next!

24-Hour Play Festival - Performing November 22nd at 8pm

 December 1st @ 7pm                                

 February 26th-28th @ 7:30pm                        

April 30th-May 2nd @ 7:30pm, May 2nd @ 2pm

This digital program is provided by the Doane Players and USITT Student organizations

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