2023 MSW Playbill

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Welcome to the sca

Welcome to the 21st year of theatrical magic at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts!

Thank you for being an integral part of our story. Beautiful musicals, bold performances, thought-provoking conversations, and innovative lessons make up our summer season. Through the arts, the SCA connects people, builds community, and transforms lives. We’re so glad that you’re joining us on this creative journey.

Watch Kristin & Kurts intro!

Creativity comes to life at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts.

The 2023 Mason Street Warehouse season welcomes you to the theater. Please note:

  • The SCA is a smoke-free, drug-free, and weapons-free environment.
  • Outside food or beverages are prohibited in our facility. We offer a cash bar prior to performances and during intermissions. For everyone’s protection, we ID all guests who appear under the age of 40.
  • For the safety of our performers, respect to fellow patrons, and to comply with our licensing agreements, we ask you to turn off your phones before the performance begins. The Videotaping or other video or audio recording of any production is strictly prohibited.

When looking at cast + crew throughout this guide, * designates Actors’ Equity Union.

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SCA Sponsors

Our tickets don’t cover the cost of putting on a full theater season.

The only way that it’s possible to bring huge musicals with extraordinary talent from all over the country to Saugatuck is through the generous support of our community.

Thank you to our 2023 performance sponsors who help make our theater dreams a reality.

DIAMOND SPONSORS

George Stoutin at Edward Jones
Jeff Antaya + Peter Rosenfeld

PLATINUM SPONSORS

Amazwi Contemporary Art
Baird Wealth Management
Kevin Putnam at Five Star* Real Estate Leaders
Holland Doctors of Audiology
Dave Hulst, Kersh Ruhl, Lauri Sisson at Michigan Homes and Cottages
Cathy + Clark Carmichael
Grant McCorkhill + Alan Zuber

GOLD SPONSORS

Huntington Bank

SILVER SPONSORS

Michigan Arts & Culture Council
National Endowment for the Arts
Cunningham Dalman
Macatawa Bank
Lakeshore Allergy PC

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Upcoming at the SCA

Let’s weave our collective roots together.

In 2023, we’re digging in deeper and finding out what it means to be rooted. Our exhibitions, programs, and featured artists will explore the theme of rootedness in its different forms… from rich personal experiences, to our local community, and traditions surrounding family and culture.

EXHIBITIONS

EVENTS + CLASSES

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Kinky Boots

Kinky Boots

June 23 – July 16

Based on a true story, Kinky Boots brings joy, motivation, and a little bit of glamor to the SCA stage this summer. With music by Grammy Award-winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper, this “VA-VA-VOOM production” (New York Times) will inspire audiences to dance and sing along. Kinky Boots is a must-see musical that proves that sometimes the best way to fit in is to stand out!

CAST

Charlie …………………………….David Socolar*

Lola/Simon ……………………….Topher J Babb*

Nicola/Others………………………Tess Marshal*

Lauren …………….……………….Becca Andrews*

Don…………………………………Javier Garcia

George/Others……………………Neil Stratman

Harry/Others………………………Ryan Halsaver*

Mr. Price/Others/Don ……………Scott Fuss*

Simon Sr./Ensemble………………Kwasi Perri

Pat/Others………………………….Abby C. Smith*

Trish………………….……………..Katie Faye Francis*

Angel In This Corner Feature ……Kevin Scott

Angel ………………………………Kyle Louviere

Angel……………………….………Kyle White*

Angel ………………………………Drew Porret

Angel……………………………….Jordan De Leon*

Angel……………………………….Carlos Jimenez*

Ensemble………………………….Brianna Javis

Male Swing 1………………………Jeremiah Bryant

Male Swing 2………………………Daniel Pippert

Ensemble…………………..………Lara Allison

Female Swing 1……………………Lauren Kent

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CREATIVE TEAM

Artistic Director: Kurt Stamm

Producer: Maribeth Van Hecke

Technical Director/Properties Design: Kevin Macleod

Music Director: Tom Vendafreddo

Choreography: Jay Gamboa

Associate Choreographer: Amelia Burkhardt

Costume Design: Darlene Veenstra

Set Design: Jeremy Barnett

Lighting Designer: Jen Kules

Wig Master: James Leppa

Makeup Consultant: Gabriella Galore

Sound Designer: Cameron Griffiths

Stage Manager: Danny Kuenzel

THE MUSIC

Artistic Director: Kurt Stamm

Producer: Maribeth Van Hecke

Technical Director/Properties Design: Kevin Macleod

Music Director: Tom Vendafreddo

Choreography: Jay Gamboa

Associate Choreographer: Amelia Burkhardt

Costume Design: Darlene Veenstra

Set Design: Jeremy Barnett

Lighting Designer: Jen Kules

Wig Master: James Leppa

Makeup Consultant: Gabriella Galore

Sound Designer: Cameron Griffiths

Stage Manager: Danny Kuenzel

Becca Andrews

Becca Andrews

Lauren

Becca is so happy to be back at Mason Street this summer! She was most recently seen as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde and Sophie Mamma Mia! Her other favorite credits include: Asolo Rep Hair (Jeanie), PCLO Grease (Marty), Maltz Jupiter Mamma Mia and A Chorus Line (Sophie, Val), Palm Beach Drama Works The Light in the Piazza (Clara) Argyle Theatre Legally Blonde (Elle), Slow Burn Theatre Legally Blonde (Elle), Forestburgh Playhouse The Last Five Years (Cathy), Farmer’s Alley Gentleman’s Guide..(Sibella), Stages St. Louis A Chorus Line, Legally Blonde, Cinderella, The Muny Joseph…Dream Coat & Grease, Theatre by the Sea Grease (Sandy).  She’s forever grateful to Kurt, Jay, Amelia, and the cast and team at SC4A. Big love to Elliott and Richie.

IG: @beccaandrews

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Jersey Boys

Jersey Boys

August 11 – September 3

Based on a true story, Kinky Boots brings joy, motivation, and a little bit of glamor to the SCA stage this summer. With music by Grammy Award-winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper, this “VA-VA-VOOM production” (New York Times) will inspire audiences to dance and sing along. Kinky Boots is a must-see musical that proves that sometimes the best way to fit in is to stand out!

STARRING

Frankie Valli……………Justin Albinder*

Bob Gaudio…………….Steven Grant Douglas*

Tommy DeVito ………….Daniel Miller

Nick Massi………………Jonathan Cable*

Barry Belson/Others…..Corey Barrow

Joe Pesci/Others………Kyle Southern*

Gyp Decarlo/Others……Jeremy Koch*

Nick DeVito/Others…….Eric Gutman*

Francine/Others…………Alyssa Jacqueline

Mary/Others…………….Gina Milo*

Lorraine/Others…………Becca Andrews*

Norm Waxman/Others…Neil Stratman

Bob Crewe/Others……..Jeff Meyer

Swing……………………Alex Herrera

Swing …………………..Chris DeAngelis*

Swing………….…………Lauryn Withnell

CREATIVE TEAM

Artistic Director: Kurt Stamm

Producer: Maribeth Van Hecke

Technical Director/Properties Design: Kevin Macleod

Music Director: Josh Keller

Choreography: Jay Gamboa

Costume Design: Darlene Veenstra

Set Design: Jeremy Barnett

Lighting Designer: Jen Kules

Wig Master: James Leppa

Sound Designer: Cameron Griffiths

Stage Manager: Danny Kuenzel

THE MUSIC

Act I

Price & Son Theme ……………….Workers
The Most Beautiful Thing ………. Mr. Price, Workers, Nicola, Angels
The Funeral ………………………. Workers, Pat
Into the Pub ………………………. Ensemble
Take What You Got ……………… Charlie, Harry, Ensemble
Before “Land of Lola” ……………. Angels
Land of Lola ………………………. Lola, Angels
Step One ………………………….. Charlie
Sex Is in the Heel ……………..…. Lola, Angels, Pat, Lauren, Trish, Ensemble, George
Price & Son Theme (Reprise) ….. Workers
The History of Wrong Guys …..… Lauren
Lola’s Factory Entrance …………. Angels
I’m Not My Father’s Son …………. Lola, Charlie
Everybody Say Yeah……………… Charlie, Workers, George, Lauren, Lola, Pat, Trish, Angels

Act II

Entr’acte / Price & Son (Reprise) .. Workers
What a Woman Wants ……………. Lola, Don, Pat, Female Workers, Trish, Laruen
In This Corner ……………………… Referee, Pat, Angels, Lola, George, Trish, Don, Ensemble
Charlie’s Sad Soliloquy …………….Charlie
Soul of a Man ……………………… Charlie, Ensemble
Sex Is in the Heel (Reprise) ……… Workers
Hold me in Your Heart ……………. Lola
Wrong Guys (Reprise) ……………. Lauren
Raise You Up / Just Be …………… Company
Bows …………………………………Company

WHOS WHO IN THE CAST

Becca Andrews

Becca Andrews

Lauren

Becca is so happy to be back at Mason Street this summer! She was most recently seen as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde and Sophie Mamma Mia! Her other favorite credits include: Asolo Rep Hair (Jeanie), PCLO Grease (Marty), Maltz Jupiter Mamma Mia and A Chorus Line (Sophie, Val), Palm Beach Drama Works The Light in the Piazza (Clara) Argyle Theatre Legally Blonde (Elle), Slow Burn Theatre Legally Blonde (Elle), Forestburgh Playhouse The Last Five Years (Cathy), Farmer’s Alley Gentleman’s Guide..(Sibella), Stages St. Louis A Chorus Line, Legally Blonde, Cinderella, The Muny Joseph…Dream Coat & Grease, Theatre by the Sea Grease (Sandy).  She’s forever grateful to Kurt, Jay, Amelia, and the cast and team at SC4A. Big love to Elliott and Richie.

IG: @beccaandrews

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Concerts at the SCA

Concerts at the SCA

In 2023, we’re digging in deeper and finding out what it means to be rooted. Our exhibitions, programs, and featured artists will explore the theme of rootedness in its different forms… from rich personal experiences, to our local community, and traditions surrounding family and culture.

UPCOMING CONCERTS

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Broadway at the Keys starring Levi Kreis

July 21 | 7:00 pm

Tony Award-Winning Singer/songwriter/pianist Levi Kreis brings Broadway classics, jazz, gospel, country, and rockabilly to the SCA stage. Storytelling and comedic timing will have the audience in stitches, meanwhile Levi’s ability to embody a song will inspire tears. Don’t miss this unique and intimate evening from one of Broadway’s biggest talents.

Songs & Stories with Marcia Ball

September 22 | 7:00 pm

Tony Award-Winning Singer/songwriter/pianist Levi Kreis brings Broadway classics, jazz, gospel, country, and rockabilly to the SCA stage. Storytelling and comedic timing will have the audience in stitches, meanwhile Levi’s ability to embody a song will inspire tears. Don’t miss this unique and intimate evening from one of Broadway’s biggest talents.

Eagles Tribute

September 22 | 7:00 pm

Tony Award-Winning Singer/songwriter/pianist Levi Kreis brings Broadway classics, jazz, gospel, country, and rockabilly to the SCA stage. Storytelling and comedic timing will have the audience in stitches, meanwhile Levi’s ability to embody a song will inspire tears. Don’t miss this unique and intimate evening from one of Broadway’s biggest talents.

Michael Cleveland & The Flamekeepers

September 22 | 7:00 pm

Tony Award-Winning Singer/songwriter/pianist Levi Kreis brings Broadway classics, jazz, gospel, country, and rockabilly to the SCA stage. Storytelling and comedic timing will have the audience in stitches, meanwhile Levi’s ability to embody a song will inspire tears. Don’t miss this unique and intimate evening from one of Broadway’s biggest talents.

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