Bright Star - Concert Version

April 23, 2021 7:00 pm

April 24, 2021 7:00 pm

April 25, 2021 2:00 pm

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Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.

What is a concert version?
The concert version is a much shorter version of the full show. It omits full scenes of dialogue and opts for shorter ones with narration in between the musical numbers. However, our show still features set, scene, and costume changes to help tell the story.

Inspired by a true story.
Bright Star is inspired by a true story about “The Iron Mountain Baby” a five-day-old baby who fell approximately 50 feet from a train into the river below and was found in a suitcase by an elderly couple who adopted the boy in the early 1900s. Martin and Brickell created their musical based loosely on this kernel of truth. They changed dates and locations and conceived of the events that might have occurred leading up to and after the baby was found. The musical starts in the 1940s and flashes back to 1923 in rural North Carolina where the full story is revealed.

Professionally filmed, recorded and streamed.
Due to space restrictions and capacity limits, this musical will be streamed online only. To create the best experience for our patrons, we have teamed up with local video ad agency, Headspace Media, and professional audio recording studio, Spectrum Audio Productions. Filmed in 6k with cinema-quality cameras and recorded with studio-quality microphones, this performance will bring the best visuals and CD-quality audio right to your television or mobile device. Make sure you stream it to your TV and get your soundbar ready to best enjoy this performance.

Production & Credits

Greater Latrobe Senior High Drama Club Presents

Bright Star- Concert Version

Inspired by a True Story

Music, Book & Story by Steve Martin Music, Book & Story by Edie Brickell

Produced by

Joey Parnes, Sue Wagner, John Johnson Zebulon LLC, Jay Alix & Una Jackman, Len Blavatnik, James L. Nederlander, Carson & Joseph Gleberman, Balboa Park Productions The Shubert Organization, Jamie deRoy/Catherine Adler/Cricket Jiranek

In Association With

Rodger Hess, A.C. Orange International, Broadway Across America, Sally Jacobs & Warren Baker, Diana DiMenna, Exeter Capital, Agnes Gund, True Love Productions, And Old Globe Theater

Bright Star- Concert Version is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, 1180 Ave of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036

Greater Latrobe High School Auditorium

This is an online streaming only performance. Once you purchase a ticket you will receive instructions on how to view the show online and you will also receive a unique access code to admit you into the online stream. This stream will begin at the start of each performance and you will not be able to pause or rewind. Download the Help Guide to learn more.

Cast Bios

Cameron Baker

Billy Cane

Cameron Baker, a sophomore, is beyond thrilled to be taking part in his second high school musical. In prior years, he has participated in other high school productions such as Mamma Mia as a member of the ensemble and The Canterville Ghost as the Vicar. Cameron also was part of the junior high productions of Lion King Jr. as a member of the ensemble and Seussical Jr. as Horton the Elephant. Cameron takes part in numerous extracurriculars in and out of school such as GLSHS Volleyball, GLSHS Chamber Choir, and Physics Club. He would like to thank his amazing friends and family for always supporting him and making sure he can always be his best self, but most of all Cameron would like to thank the cast, crew, and directors for making this show an experience he won’t forget.

Sophomore

Evan Boyette

Ensemble

Evan, a senior, is excited to have an opportunity to be a part of this year’s musical. Previously he was a part of the ensemble in Man of La Mancha and Mamma Mia, and performed the opening to the virtual stage play, Love…No Barriers. Outside of school, Evan is involved in his local Boy Scout troop and recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout. After graduating, he plans to go to college to get a degree in education. He also hopes to perform in many more shows at the local theater after graduation. He would like to thank his family for always supporting him in everything he does, and would also like to thank the amazing cast and crew for making the show happen.

Senior

Annie Duda

Margo Crawford

Annie Duda, a senior, is thrilled to play Margo in Bright Star. Annie has participated in many of the district’s past shows including Love… No Barriers (Josie, Taylor), Annie (Tessie), The Canterville Ghost (Pam), and Mamma Mia (Lisa). She’s vice president of the drama club and student council, president of the choir council, and has been a member of chamber and concert choir for the past 4 years. Annie is also a member of National Honors Society, Quill and Scroll, and part of Key Club. Outside of school, she loves to play the guitar, write songs, and perform every chance she gets. She also records her music and currently has four songs on Spotify, and she plans on going to Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN for commercial music this upcoming fall. She’d like to thank her friends for putting up with her during the musical season, and her mom for being an amazing director who will stop at nothing to give her cast an amazing experience.

Senior

Joey Estok

Daryll Ames

Joey is excited to be playing Daryl. This will be his 1st show at the Senior High. Joey has played a few roles in the past, but his favorite roles that he has played include Reverend Shaw in Footloose, Patrick in Spongebob The Musical and Baker in Into the Woods. He has been taking voice lessons, jazz, and tap for 3 years at Stage Right. He would like to thank his mentors there. He would like to thank Mrs. Duda, Mrs Perkins, and Mrs Kertoy for such a great show.

Sophomore

Ben Federico

Jimmy Ray Dobbs

Ben is so excited to be back again this year with his Latrobe family! Ben is a sophomore here at Greater Latrobe High School. He appeared in last year’s musical as Harry Bright in Mamma Mia. He is also a student at Stage Right and has appeared in many shows with the professional and student company. Some of his favorites have been Footloose (Reverend Shaw), Godspell (Judas), Sweeney Todd (Sweeney Todd), The Spongebob Musical (Patrick Star), and Chicago (Billy Flynn). Ben would like to thank Mrs. Duda, Mrs. “Queen” Kertoy, and Mrs. Perkins for another wonderful experience with the Greater Latrobe company and all of their encouragement and support. He also thanks his mentors at Stage Right Tony and Renata Marino, Christopher McAllister, Nick Lenz, and CMU’s Claudia Benack as well for their guidance in taking on this role. And of course he thanks his parents, his sister, Avery, and his wacky best friends for their love and for all they do for him. Enjoy the show!

Sophomore

Sofia Herr

Alice Murphy

Sofia, a senior, is so grateful to have the opportunity to perform in her last spring musical this year. She has participated in the musical every year since she was a freshman, with highlight roles of “Star-to-be” in Annie, “Fermina” in Man of La Mancha, and, “Tanya” in Mamma Mia. In addition, she joined the cast of the fall play her junior and senior year with the roles of “Virginia Washington” in The Canterville Ghost and “Paige” in the “Rooftop Romance” scene of the virtual play Love…No Barriers. She also participates in theater productions outside of school with the theater company Stage Right! in Greensburg, where she has been a student since she was five years old. Off stage, Sofia is also an avid artist and enjoys painting, drawing, and ceramics, and is the president of the National Art Honor Society at the school. She is incredibly grateful for all of the constant support from her friends and family, along with the hard work and dedication of her directors, especially Mrs. Duda and Mrs. Kertoy, over the years.

Senior

Lauren Herrington

Dancer/Ensemble

Lauren Herrington, a senior, is very excited to have the opportunity to be part of this wonderous show in such trying times. Lauren has been doing musicals at Latrobe for three years and Valley School of Ligonier for five years before that. Lauren’s favorite show was Mamma Mia! where she was in the dance ensemble. She is part of Dance Club, Link Crew, and ITS. Lauren would like to thank her director and her family for supporting her with her love of the arts.

Senior

Alli Himler

Mama Murphy

Alli, a junior, is thrilled to be a part of the Bright Star cast. Alli has always had a fascination with theatre and got started performing as soon as she had the chance. At the age of six, she appeared as “Molly” in her first musical, Annie, with the Bethany Players, and has been jumping on every opportunity since. Most recently, she played “The Mule” in GLSHS Drama Club’s production of Man of La Mancha, as well as an ensemble member of Mamma Mia. She is soon to be inducted into the National Honor Society, and is currently a member of the International Thespian Society. She is also a member of the Greater Latrobe Chamber Choir and is treasurer of the choral council. In addition, Alli is treasurer of the school’s chess club and is a part of the school’s chess team. She would like to give a special thank you to both of her parents for their constant support and willingness to comply with practice schedules, as well as everyone who fought so hard and diligently to bring this production to life!

Junior

Isaac Krom

Daddy Cane

Isaac, a junior, is greatly enthused to be performing in his sixth show with the high school. In the past he has taken on roles such as”Alex” in Love… No Barriers, “Wealthy Man” in Mamma Mia, and “Tenorio” in Man of La Mancha. He has also participated in stage crew and been a student director. Isaac is heavily involved with music, and qualified for PMEA All State Choir this year. He also serves as the vice president of chess club and choral council, and, in his free time, enjoys cooking and tennis. Isaac would like to thank all of the directors for being awesome and rad.

Junior

Zack Miller

Ensemble

Zack is so excited to be a part of the ensemble in this year’s musical. Zack plays the trumpet in the marching band and loves to make all kinds of art. He was a part of last year’s musical, Mamma Mia, and this year’s fall play and loved both of those experiences. Although Zack is unsure on his career path, he is considering going into the film industry, making and acting in films. He is hoping to go to college and continue creating all different types of art!

Senior

Tessa Paluzzi

Dancer/Ensemble

Tessa, a senior, is thrilled to have the opportunity to be part of this year’s musical. Tessa has been involved with junior and senior high school productions along with a lot of other productions. She is also the color guard captain of the Greater Latrobe Marching Band, an officer for FCA, Chamber Choir, and a Link Crew Leader. Tessa committed to St. Francis University to study neuroscience. She would like to thank her wonderful family for always supporting her in all she does.

Senior

Dominic Panichelle

Mayor Dobbs

Dominic, a senior, is ecstatic to perform in his first Greater Latrobe Drama Club musical after his debut in this year’s fall play Love… No Barriers. He is the captain of the low brass section of the Wildcat Marching Band, has played the trombone in the marching band for the past 4 years, the wind ensemble for the past 3 years, the GLSH Jazz Band for the past 3 years, has also been a member of the GLSH Chamber and Concert Choirs for the past 4 years, and is on the Greater Latrobe Senior High Boys Bowling Team. Dominic is also a part of Key Club and Letterman’s Club. Outside of school, he enjoys bowling, working at the bowling alley, and continuing to grow in his faith. He would like to thank his family, friends, and fellow cast members for helping him through the process of learning and playing a major role for the first time.

Senior

Shelby Robertson

Dancer/Ensemble

Shelby, a senior, is looking forward to performing in Bright Star, her final musical at Greater Latrobe. She has been participating in musicals since 7th grade, including shows such as Peter Pan Jr. and Mamma Mia! Outside of theater, she is the Vice President of National Art Honor Society and Sexuality and Gender Acceptance Club. She is also a distinguished representative of French Club and Environmental Club. She loves to create art through a multitude of mediums outside of school. She would like to thank her mom for providing yummy tech week snacks and supporting her all throughout her high school journey!

Senior

Noah Schaefer

Daddy Murphy

Noah Schaefer is a senior but is no amateur on and around the stage with this show being his 19th production. Noah’s first show was Greater Latrobe High School’s production of The Wizard of Oz where he played a Munchkin. Last year, he was in the Harmony Ensemble in Greater Latrobe Senior High‘s production of Mamma Mia!. He has also performed with Stage Right! Theater Company. One of his favorite shows has been Greater Latrobe’s production of Man of La Mancha where he played the french horn in the Pit Orchestra. Noah is in GLSH Chamber Choir, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, International Thespian Society, National Honors Society, and Tri-M. He has also participated in WCMEA County Band and Choir, PMEA District I Honors Choir, Band East, Orchestra, and Choir, FayWest Honors Band, and will be participating in PMEA All-State Concert Band. Noah would like to thank his music teachers for supporting him in achieving his goal to go to college for music education.

Senior

Brielle Zimmerman

Lucy Grant

Brielle Zimmerman, a junior, is so excited to be a part of this year’s spring musical! She appeared in last year’s musical as Ali in Mamma Mia and as a member of the ensemble in Man of La Mancha. Brielle is a member of the National Honor Society, International Thespian Honor Society, as well as the GLSHS Chamber Choir. Outside of school, Brielle is a student at Stage Right and has been a part of countless student and professional shows. Her favorite roles include The Spongebob Musical (Spongebob Squarepants), Tink (Peter Pan), Footloose (Wendy Jo), and Chicago (Roxie Hart). Brielle would like to thank her extremely supportive parents for allowing her to do what she loves, and the entire cast for making this a truly unforgettable show!

Junior

Katie Ulicne

Square Dance Announcer, Dancer, Ensemble

Katie is extremely grateful to be a part of this year’s production that has preserved through the pandemic. Being a senior in her last high school musical, she’s enjoyed life on the stage as “Amayzing Mayzie” in Seussical (2015), “Wendy” in Peter Pan Jr. (2017), “July” in Annie(2018), and a member of the dance ensemble in Mamma Mia (2020) and this year’s musical. Katie can also be seen volunteering to help produce the Jr. High musicals with tasks such as applying stage makeup and managing the music tracks. She is also involved with the performing arts as a trumpet player in GL Wind Ensemble (since 2018), GL Jazz Band (since 2019), and the Wildcat Marching Band(since 2017) as this year’s president of the band and trumpet captain. Katie puts her academics first and is a member of the National Honors Society (2020), National Spanish Honors Society (2019), National Art Honors Society (2021), and Tri-M Music Honors Society (2021). Katie has not yet committed to a university or college, but she plans to major in business/operations management and minor in art and Spanish to follow her dream of working with Walt Disney Company as a Disney Imagineer. Katie wishes to thank the directors, Mrs. Duda, Mrs. Kertoy, and Miss Perkins, for their dedication to this year’s production through the difficult circumstances we face and for their guidance that has left a print on her heart. She also wants to thank the stage crew and student director, Cece Danielle, for their hard work that never goes unnoticed.

Senior

Cast & Crew List

Cast of Characters

Alice Murphy-Sofia Herr*

Jimmy Dobbs– Ben Federico

Billy Cane– Cameron Baker

Margo Crawford– Annie Duda*

Mayor Dobbs– Dominic Panichelle*

Daddy Cane– Isaac Krom

Mama Murphy– Allison Himler

Daddy Murphy Noah Schaefer*

Lucy Grant– Brielle Zimmerman

Daryl Ames– Joey Estok

Harmony Ensemble–

Brianna Holt

Morgan Reilly

Melina Markantone

Elena Sarp

Isaac Krom

Noah Schaefer

Joe Estok

Square Dance Caller– Katie Ulicine*

Lantern Girls-

Sarah Hoffman

Josie Marts

Clara Panichelle

Arielle Teppert

Dancers/Ensemble–

Neehla Pal (dance captain)

Sarah Hoffman

Lauren Herrington*

Jianna Kaczmarkiewicz

Josie Marts

Tessa Paluzzi*

Clara Panichelle

Shelby Robertson*

Arielle Teppert

Autumn Stemmler

Ensemble:

Evan Boyette*

Madeline Duda

Lily Haverly

Henry Krom

Lydia Kurek

Avery Massaro

Zack Miller*

Lucy Rodell

Olivia Ruffner

Nathan Shashura

Abigail Wolfgang

Taryn Yutzy

*denotes seniors

Production Staff:

Dramatics Director/Producer – Mrs. Allison Duda

Music Director – Miss Ellen Perkins

Choreographer – Mrs. Katie Kertoy

Stage Manager/Technical Director – Mr. Ron Baughman

Assistant Stage Manager – Mr. Dave Vogel

Set and stage design –

Mr. Ron Baughman

Mrs. Allison Duda

Set construction – Mr. Ron Baughman

Lighting Design – Mr. Ben McDonald

Mr. Ron Baughman

Film Director – Mr. Matthew Fridg, Headspace Media LLC

Production Manager – Whitney Rusiewicz

Editing – Mr. Cody Shuckhart

Cameras – Mr. Cody Shuckhart

Mr. Ryan Mickey

Sound – Mr. John Hoffman

Mr. Dan Kibel

Spectrum Audio Production

Costumes – Spotlight Costumes

Student Director – Cece Daniele

Lights – Brendan Scranton

Sound – Cole Pfeifer

Kristen Scranton

Fly Rod – Brianna Carini

Stage Crew – Mark Bellisimo

Abby Vogelsong

Cece Daniele

Set Pieces – Spring Street Gallery Art and Antiques

Headshots and Cast Photo – Timeless Expressions

Candid Photos – Allison Duda

Photo Gallery

Additional Information

Scene List

Scene1-LIMBO Rural North Carolina

“If You Knew My Story” — Alice and Ensemble

“She’s Gone” (Hayes Creek, 1945)— Daddy Cane and Billy

Scene 2- 1945, Hayes Creek Bookstore

“Bright Star” — Billy and Ensemble

Scene 3- 1945, Ashville Southern Journal transforms to 1923 Zebulon

“Way Back in the Day” — Alice and Ensemble

Scene 4- 1923, Zebulon

“Whoa, Mama” — Jimmy, Alice, and Ensemble

Scene 5- 1923, Murphy Home, Zebulon

“Firmer Hand / Do Right”- Daddy & Mama Murphy, Alice, Harmony Ensemble

Scene 6- 1923 Dobbs Home, Zebulon

“A Man’s Gotta Do” — Mayor Dobbs and Jimmy

Scene 7– 1945, Ashville Southern Journal, Office of Alice Murphy

Scene 8- 1945, Hayes Creek Bookstore

“Asheville” — Margo and Harmony Ensemble

Scene 9- 1923, Zebulon

“Picnic Dance” — Square Dance Caller, Dancers

“What Could Be Better” — Jimmy, Alice, and Ensemble, Lantern Girls

Scene 10- 1923, Dobbs Residence, Zebulon

Scene 11- 1923 Zebulon

“I Can’t Wait”- Alice, Jimmy, and Ensemble, Lantern Girls

Scene 12- 1923, A Cabin in the Woods, Zebulon

“Please Don’t Take Him” — Mayor Dobbs, Alice, Daddy & Mama Murphy, Ensemble

Scene 13- 1923, Ryan County, Train Station

“A Man’s Gotta Do (Reprise)” — Mayor Dobbs and Ensemble

Scene 14- LIMBO

“Sun’s Gonna Shine” Alice, Mama Murphy, Daddy Cane, Margo, Ensemble

Scene 15-1920s, Dobbs Residence, Zebulon

“Heartbreaker” — Jimmy

Scene 16- 1945 Shiny Penny

“Another Round” — Lucy, Daryl, Billy, and Ensemble

Scene 17- 1945, Raleigh, Home of Jimmy Dobbs

“I Had a Vision” — Jimmy and Alice

Scene 18- 1945, Hayes Creek Bookstore

“Always Will” — Billy, Margo, and Harmony Ensemble

Scene 19- 1945, Murphy Residence, Zebulon

“Sun’s Gonna Shine (Reprise)” — Mama Murphy

Scene 20- Daddy Cane’s Residence, Hayes Creek

“So Familiar / At Long Last” — Alice and Ensemble

Scene 21- 1945 Ashville Southern Journal

“Finale” — Jimmy, Alice, Billy, Margo, and Ensemble

Latrobe Drama

Bright Star - Concert Version

Show Information

Production & Credits

Bright Star- Concert Version

Greater Latrobe High School Auditorium

Cast Bios

Cameron Baker

Billy Cane

Sophomore

Evan Boyette

Ensemble

Senior

Annie Duda

Margo Crawford

Senior

Joey Estok

Daryll Ames

Sophomore

Ben Federico

Jimmy Ray Dobbs

Sophomore

Sofia Herr

Alice Murphy

Senior

Lauren Herrington

Dancer/Ensemble

Senior

Alli Himler

Mama Murphy

Junior

Isaac Krom

Daddy Cane

Junior

Zack Miller

Ensemble

Senior

Tessa Paluzzi

Dancer/Ensemble

Senior

Dominic Panichelle

Mayor Dobbs

Senior

Shelby Robertson

Dancer/Ensemble

Senior

Noah Schaefer

Daddy Murphy

Senior

Brielle Zimmerman

Lucy Grant

Junior

Katie Ulicne

Square Dance Announcer, Dancer, Ensemble

Senior

Cast & Crew List

Photo Gallery

Additional Information

Scene List

Acknowledgments

Latrobe Drama Club