Friday & Saturday, April 12 - 13 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 14 at 2 p.m.

Presents

Comedy by William Glennon

BRADFORD AREA HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM

Directors: Diane Kerner Arnett & Ann Dunkerton | Assistant Director: Michael McLanahan

“East of thE sun”Act 1

Scene 1: The Ice Castle

Scene 2: A hut

Scene 3: Outdoors

Intermission – 10 minutes, no refreshments

Act IIScene 4: The Ice Castle

Scene 5: A Cave

Scene 6: The Valley of the Hags

Scene 7: The Ice Castle

Audience OnstageAfter the show, audience members are invited to join the cast and crew

on stage. Refreshments will be served in the lobby.

Cast in order of appearanceFire Troll ..................................................................................................... Cailie Shanks

Water Troll ........................................................................................ Stephanie McFall

Air Troll .............................................................................................. Everly D. Wingard

Ancilla the Ice Witch ................................................................. Embrissa Wingard

Hob, Ancilla’s assistant ................................................................... Cordon Laroche

Prince Nordo ............................................................................................. Codi Stroup

Princess of the Long Nose ......................................................... Hannah Leposa

Poppa ........................................................................................................ Connie Shanks

Snowdrop ................................................................................................... Rawny Reed

Sister and Hag Brill ............................................................................ Chelsea Place

Sister and Hag Hug .............................................................................. Lori Johnson

An adaptation of a Norse folk tale presented through special arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Co.PlEasE, no usE of flash PhotograPhy or vidEo during thE show.

CrewCo-directors: Diane Kerner Arnett, Ann Dunkerton

Assistant director: Michael McLanahanProducer: Diane Kerner Arnett

Set design and stage manager: Nanci K. GarrisMaster builder, special set pieces: Jeremy Garris

Lights: Shane Oschman, designer; Jess Ann Persons, operatorSound: Pottsy, design; Ron Johnson, senior operator;

Arianna Allen, operatorMake-up: Kathy Bryant, chair; Marcia McAndrew, Linda Woodley,

Jackie Kelley, Hannah Leposa, Chelsea PlaceProps: Nancy Coder, Pam Gaffney

Sister Puppets: Nancy Coder, design and constructionNorth Wind Puppet: Janelle Turk

Costumes: Diane Kerner Arnett, chair; Dana DiBlasi, Cindy Graham, Jody Murphey

Hair: Gerri Burrs of The Hairpen, design; Tricia Wingard, Paula Ayers

Builders: Jessica and Jesse Persons; Rawny and Robert Reed; H. David and Nanci K. Garris; David and Diane Kerner Arnett; Jeremy Garris;

Embrissa Wingard; Everly D. Wingard; Codi StroupArt: Matt Shaffer

Book: James “Greenie” GreenBox office, cast party: Marcia Morrison

Publicity: Chelsea Place, Diane Kerner Arnett, Nanci K. Garris, Ann Dunkerton, Cindy Graham, Jeff Bosworth

Front of house and Photography: Cindy Graham

Bradford Little Theater Board of DirectorsPresident: Nanci K. Garris; Vice president: Cindy Graham;

Secretary: Cindy Matteson; Treasurer: Marcia Morrison; Kristin

Asinger; Kathy Bryant; Diane Kerner Arnett; Marcia McAndrew

Our ‘Angel in the wings’ receives Brauser Award Local arts advocate and philanthropist Mary

Jean “Jeanie” (nee Mosch) Satterwhite has been chosen to receive the 2013 Lester Brauser Community Theatre Appreciation Award.

Established in 2001, the Brauser Award is presented to an individual whose work makes community theatre possible in the Bradford area. It is named after theatre enthusiast the late Lester Brauser.

“Jeanie has been our angel in the wings since BLT started,” said Bradford Little Theatre president Nanci K. Garris. “She not only hosted BLT’s kick-off event at her home 16 years ago, she has also been

a sustaining member and an inspiration to BLT to make it possible for anyone to take part in community theatre, whether backstage or on stage. In particular, we appreciate her passion for encouraging young people to express themselves, to find their voices, and to stretch their wings.” “We have always known that we could turn to her for help and guidance,” said Garris. The award is being presented at the opening curtain of Friday’s performance; an informal reception will follow the production. A guest book will also be available for well-wishers to sign at all three performances.

4-H Volunteer Recognition Sunday

Just before opening curtain on Sunday, Ashley Wian, a senior at Smethport Area High School and vice president/secretary of the McKean 4-H Teen Leadership Club, will acknowledge the 4-H volunteers. The McKean County 4-H program, which is the youth development outreach of Penn State Extension, is for boys and girls aged 8-19 with 4-H Cloverbuds for ages 5-7. There are currently more than 40 screened volunteers leading 20 4-H clubs in the county. Project

areas include livestock, horse, dairy, rabbits and cavies, teen leadership, exchange, camping, shooting sports, robotics, the outdoors, and theatre arts, with many more opportunities to teach life skills and positive youth development through a wide variety of content areas. For more information about how to get involved as a member or volunteer in the McKean County 4-H club program, call the Extension Office, check out the website, http://extension.psu.edu/mckean/programs/4-h or find us on Facebook.

Directors’ Notes

Diane Kerner Arnett, co-director: The play you are seeing today is far different – and richer than – the play I originally envisioned. Insights from Ann and Michael have added new dimension to this comic retelling of the Norwegian folk tale “East of the Sun, West of the Moon.” The imaginations of the tech crew – all of them – have done magic with the set, lighting, makeup and props. With many actors making their stage debuts, the performers have impressed me with not only their hard work, but also their genuine support of each other. If the story line seems familiar, it’s because it dates back to the myth of Psyche and Cupid. It arose in Arthurian legend with the tale of the Green Knight. It also spawned “Beauty and the Beast” and reappeared in the movie “Shrek.” D.L. Ashliman’s translation of the original story, my favorite, is online at http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/norway034.html or for traditionalists like me, illustrator P.J. Lynch offers the book “East o’ the Sun and West o’ the Moon.” Like the smart and spunky heroines of The Snow Queen and The Wizard of Oz, Snowdrop leads us on adventure – one which proves again that it is a person’s character, not appearance, that matters. Ann Dunkerton, co-director: Directing has been a new experience – thank you, Diane, for giving me the opportunity. You and Michael have been a great team to work with! It was a lot of fun watching Embrissa cast her spell, turning Codi into a bear for the “lovely” Princess Long Nose. We had a terrific cast with the cutest trolls, sweetest hags and smartest heroine. Special thanks to my husband Tom who has been so supportive of my crazy schedule over the past few weeks. Michael McLanahan, assistant director: This is the first time that I’ve been an assistant director for a Bradford Little Theatre production. In my opinion, the most unique aspect of my role in the production is being able to watch it come to life on stage. You are in for a unique experience today and will be amazed at the amount of talent you see. We are very fortunate to have such an amazingly talented cast and crew, and we are so grateful for the hours of dedication they have put into making this production a success. I would also like to thank those of you in the audience. By attending, you are supporting community theatre and ensuring that it will be able to continue to grow and prosper. In closing, I would like to welcome you on the journey “East of the Sun.”

From the Cast

Cailie Shanks (Fire Troll) A veteran to the stage with who has had various roles in BLT and community productions including Fern in BLT’s “Charlotte’s Web” last fall, Cailie attends Fretz Middle School where she won Fretzican Idol. She says: “I like the chance to have a non-speaking role to challenge my acting skills and try something different. I especially love working with my Mom!”

* Everly D. Wingard (Air Troll) attends Chestnut Street Christian School and is making her stage debut. She says she enjoys being a troll because “I get to mess around.”

* Stephanie McFall (Water Troll) A junior at Smethport Area Junior/Senior High School, Stephanie lives on a small farm in Smethport. A very active 4-H member, she plays soccer and plays in the marching band. In this stage debut, Stephanie says: “I have had a lot of fun getting to work with all the cast and especially with the trolls.”

* Embrissa Wingard (Ancilla the Ice Witch) Embrissa says of her BLT debut: “I’ve been having a gret time! Being Ancilla has been a great experience, and I just want to thank my parents for helping me with my lines and being so patient with me!”

Cordon Laroche (Hob) is a junior at Bradford Area High School. He has previously appeared in “The Wizard of Oz” and “Good News” at BAHS and “Thoroughly Modern Millie” at Fretz Middle School where he, too, was a Fretzican Idol. He says: “I was introduced to BLT by playing Scut Farkas in ‘A Christmas Story.’ I am very excited to be able to be in this production and love my role!”

* Codi Stroup (Prince Nordo) Also a veteran of BAHS plays, he says: “Thank you, everyone in Bradford Little Theatre for casting me in this production. No matter what I have been told, it’s easy being a bear!”

* Hannah Leposa (Princess of the Long Nose) Another veteran of local school shows, Hannah says: “Thank you to my parents for their unending support in all that I do. Thank you to my sister Chelsea for auditioning with me, being my chauffeur. And finally, a huge thanks to the cast, crew and directors for making my first BLT show so memorable.”

* Rawny Reed (Snowdrop) says: “I have had a blast working on my first BLT show. It’s been six years since I was last on stage and I’m thankful for the opportunity to act again. Special thanks to my biggest encouragers – my husband and my ‘human things’ Peighton and Dawkins.”

Connie Shanks (Poppa) enjoys the stage and has performed in BLT’s productions of “Disney’s High School Musical” and “Charlotte’s Web.” She says this is her most challenging role so far. A first grade teacher at GGB and mother of two says: “I enjoy a challenge! Thank you to the directors, cast and crew for a fun show!”

* Chelsea Place (Sisters and Hag Brill) is also making her first appearance on stage. She says: “Thank you to my sister Hannah for encouraging me to audition for this show, and to my husband Adam for continuously running my lines with me. I have had a lot of fun and learned a lot. I will be back in another show soon!”

Lori Johnson (Sisters and Hag Hug) debuted in BLT’s “The Marvelous Wonderettes” in the fall. She says: “Thank you to my family – Troy, Tori and Jacob – for putting up with my schedule the past few weeks. A big thank you also to my sister Hag, Chelsea, for remembering my lines for me. It’s been fun!”

* indicates an actor making a BLT debut

BLT 2012-2013 PatronsGRAND SPONSORZippo/Case MuseumGlendorn Foundation

SPONSORSBlaisdell Foundation

Dr. Nate & Cindy GrahamKessel Construction, Inc.

Jeanie & John Satterwhite

Co-SponsorsAsinger FamilyAmy McCune

Woody & Pat Woodruff

BenefactorsDean & Jean Bauer

Widad & Cheryl BazzouiH. David & Nanci K. Garris

Anne S. HollidayLynn & Doug Kuntz

Dick & Carol MarcottJim & Gail McDonough

Madeline MilesTrisha A. MorrisShane Oschman

Jill Owens & Rick BraunBruce & Beverly Perry

John & Patricia Shinaberger

Double PatronsLivingston & Evelyn Alexander

AnonymousDavid & Diane Kerner Arnett

Tom & Rosemary BurkeDr. Steven & Flora CohenBetty and Linda ComesPat & Larry Donahue

Sarah B. DornJim & Lisa Evans

John & Ann GannonJohn & Marlene Kijowski

Tim & Leda LyonMr. & Mrs. Irvin S. LyterBrad and Sally Mangel

Marcia & Jim McAndrewDonna & Bill Moore

Jerry & Harrijane MooreMarcia Morrison

Louise StotlzRussell E. Teague

Paul & Marie TroskoskyRita Verolini

PatronsRoger D. AlexisPeggy Archer

James W. BelardiaRev. W. Leroy Beckes

Becky BillingsIsabelle Champlin

Greg & Maxine DavisJanet & Ralph Detweiler

Helen DeFrankLinda DevlinJean EverettPat Girard

Helen C. GobleMichael Grady

Dorothy & Caddy GreenidgeJennifer Hartle

Jacquelyn JonesAnne Keane

Robert & Eleanor LeslieRick & Cheryl LutzJohnna McCullough

Ellen MialkyJean Mongillo

Bob & Nancy OnufferJoyce OstranderEsther T. Painter

Roy & Barabara PedersenMarilyn & Herman Pickles

Pete & Betty PfohlClare PusateriClaudia Quinn

Debbie ReynoldsPatrick & Carol Ryan

Dave & Janice SwansonGreg Ulyan

Mary Sue VanHoutteCole Vecchio

Patricia VecellioRita Anne Weimer

Tom & Connie WilliamsJudith YorksCathy Zapel

Emily & Dan Zinsner

FriendsMarty Einloth

Jerry OlshefskiFontilla Timmons

Eileen Smith

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A Special Thank You To: Kiwanis Club of Bradford • University of Pittsburgh at BradfordBradford Area High School • The Paper Factory • Place Designs

WESB • The Bradford Era • Main Street Outlet • S.W. Smith Library Julie’s EverAfter and The Potting Shed • Miss Maggie’s • Bradford

Creative and Performing Arts Center • Cassie Wollen • Ron Buchheit Jan Frederick • Candy Tingley • Beth Porter

BLT art contest judges: Carol Minard, Julie Mader, Arnold EversArt contest drop-off sites: Main Street Mercantile, Bradford Area Public Library, Hamlin Memorial Library, Mount Jewett Memorial

Library, Friends Memorial LibraryTicket Outlets: Tina’s Hallmark, Graham Florist, Ott & McHenry Pharmacy

Our Mission: BLT promotes, encourages, and produces community-based theatre in the Bradford area. By making theatre available and accessible to the public, BLT provides opportunities for community participation,

appreciation and education, thus enriching the community and increasing interest in the arts. An award-winning theatre company, BLT is a member of the American Association of Community Theatre and a founding member of

the Pennsylvania Association of Community Theatres.

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4-H Theatre Arts Club The Bradford 4-H Theatre Arts club is open to teens ages 13-19; there is a yearly materials fee of $15 to participate in the 4-H club program. The next meeting is at the BLT office Wednesday, April 24, from 6-8 p.m. when club members will have an opportunity to create a scrapbook page of their theatre experiences. The cast and crew of "East of the Sun" is invited to participate. The club will discuss a Reader's Theatre program to be performed in the summer. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact Ann Dunkerton at the Penn State Extension office in Smethport, 814-887-5613.

BLT would like to thank media sponsor WESB for its continued support!