The Ovation Repertory Theatre is proud to present:

KEN BURDICK MASON EDWARDS and JENNIFER RESOLMEin

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARMusic By

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBERLyrics By

TIM RICE

Also Starring:

STEPHEN BUSH KYLE GAINES KENNETH MACLIN JASON MCCLAIN NICK ONO TESSA OGLES

With:

LOGAN BURDICK AIDAN CLINE ARIEL CLARK FRED CREMER JP DE LEON CASWELL ESPINOZA

CAROLYN FOX KELSEY GAINES NICHOLE HEASLEY LACEY LINDSLEY ERICA LYNN AMELIA MEJIA

MARY O’REILLY CARLOS ORTEGA NATE PUGH ABIGAIL RESOLME SARAH RODRIGUEZ MAYA WRIGHT

Set Design

JARRED CLOWESCostume Design

NICHOLE HEASLEYLighting Design

BIEN RESOLME

Sound Design

MEGAN DOWDA-GILLETTEProp Design

HAL FRIEDMAN

Music Director/Music Arrangements

AMBER O’REILLY

Choreography By

MARVIN RAMEY

Directed By

HAL FRIEDMAN

PRODUCED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN FOUNDATION

KEN BURDICK MASON EDWARDS JENNIFER RESOLME

JASON MCCLAIN KYLE GAINES NICK ONO

TESSA OGLES KENNY MACLIN

NICHOLE HEASLEY

CAST

Jesus Christ ................................................................... Ken BurdickJudas Iscariot ........................................................... Mason EdwardsMary Magdalene ................................................... Jennifer ResolmePontius Pilate ............................................................ Jason McClainCaiaphas ................................................................ Kyle Ken GainesAnnas ......................................................................... Stephen BushPeter ................................................................................. Nick OnoSimon Zealotes .............................................................. Tessa OglesKing Herod ................................................................ Kenny MaclinTormentors .................................................................... Carolyn Fox Lacey Lindsley, Erica Lynn, Mary O’Reilly Sarah Rodriguez, Maya Wright,Mother Mary .......................................................... Nichole HeasleyJohn/Mob .................................................................. Logan Burdick Lazarus/James/Priest/Old Man/Leper/Mob/Centurion ...................................................... Nate PughJohn the Baptist/James the Less/Money Lender/Mob................................................Caswell Espinoza Andrew/Slave/Mob ..................................................... Carlos OrtegaPhillip/Leper/Mob ......................................................... Aidan ClineBartholomew/Money Lender/Mob............................... Kelsey GainesThomas/Money Lender/Roman Guard............................. JP De LeonJoseph/MathewMoney Lender/Roman Guard .................Fred CremerThaddeus/Priest/Money Lender/Leper/Mob ...................... Ariel ClarkConcubine/Leper/Mob/Star Singer................................ Amelia MejiaConcubine/Leper/ Maid by the Fire/Mob/Star Singer ...................................................... Abigail Resolme

Swing/Understudy .............................................. Liz Williams Borud

BAND

Conductor ..................................................................... John BarkerPiano ......................................................................... David CollinsBass ............................................................................ James DandyDrums ....................................................................... Patrick PluggeGuitar ........................................................................ Bob Townsley

STEPHEN BUSH

KEN BURDICK MASON EDWARDS JENNIFER RESOLME

JASON MCCLAIN KYLE GAINES NICK ONO

TESSA OGLES KENNY MACLIN

NICHOLE HEASLEY

CAST

Jesus Christ ................................................................... Ken BurdickJudas Iscariot ........................................................... Mason EdwardsMary Magdalene ................................................... Jennifer ResolmePontius Pilate ............................................................ Jason McClainCaiaphas ................................................................ Kyle Ken GainesAnnas ......................................................................... Stephen BushPeter ................................................................................. Nick OnoSimon Zealotes .............................................................. Tessa OglesKing Herod ................................................................ Kenny MaclinTormentors .................................................................... Carolyn Fox Lacey Lindsley, Erica Lynn, Mary O’Reilly Sarah Rodriguez, Maya Wright,Mother Mary .......................................................... Nichole HeasleyJohn/Mob .................................................................. Logan Burdick Lazarus/James/Priest/Old Man/Leper/Mob/Centurion ...................................................... Nate PughJohn the Baptist/James the Less/Money Lender/Mob................................................Caswell Espinoza Andrew/Slave/Mob ..................................................... Carlos OrtegaPhillip/Leper/Mob ......................................................... Aidan ClineBartholomew/Money Lender/Mob............................... Kelsey GainesThomas/Money Lender/Roman Guard............................. JP De LeonJoseph/MathewMoney Lender/Roman Guard .................Fred CremerThaddeus/Priest/Money Lender/Leper/Mob ...................... Ariel ClarkConcubine/Leper/Mob/Star Singer................................ Amelia MejiaConcubine/Leper/ Maid by the Fire/Mob/Star Singer ...................................................... Abigail Resolme

Swing/Understudy .............................................. Liz Williams Borud

BAND

Conductor ..................................................................... John BarkerPiano ......................................................................... David CollinsBass ............................................................................ James DandyDrums ....................................................................... Patrick PluggeGuitar ........................................................................ Bob Townsley

STEPHEN BUSH

MUSICAL NUMBERS

ACT I“Overture” ...................................................................................... Ensemble“Heaven on Their Minds” ...................................................................... Judas“What’s the Buzz” .......................... Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, Ensemble“Strange Thing Mystifying” .......................................................... Jesus, Judas“Everything’s Alright” ...................... Mary Magdalene, Judas, Jesus, Ensemble“This Jesus Must Die” ............................................... Caiaphas, Annas, Priests“Hosanna” ............................................................ Jesus, Caiaphas, Ensemble“Simon Zealotes” ................................................................ Simon, Ensemble“Poor Jerusalem” .................................................................................... Jesus“Pilate’s Dream” ....................................................................... Pontius Pilate“The Temple” .................................................... Jesus, Money Lenders, Lepers“Everything’s Alright (Reprise)” ............. Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Mother Mary“I Don’t Know How to Love Him” ...................................... Mary Magdelene“Damned for All Time” .......................................................................... Judas“Blood Money” .......................................................... Judas, Annas, Caiaphas

ACT II“The Last Supper” ......................................................... Jesus, Judas, Apostles“Gethsemane (I Only Want to Say)” ....................................................... Jesus“The Arrest” ............................ Jesus, Peter, Roman Guards, Caiaphas, Annas, Ensemble“Peter’s Denial” .......... Peter, Maid by the Fire, Old Man, Roman Guard, Mob“Pilate and Christ” ........................................................ Pontious Pilate, Jesus“Hosanna (Reprise)” .............................................................................. Mob “King Herod’s Song” ............................................................................ Herod“Could We Start Again Please” .................................. Mary Magdalene, Peter, Mother Mary, Simon, Thadeus“Judas’ Death” .................................... ..... Judas, Caiaphas, Annas, Ensemble“Trial Before Pilate” ...................................... Pontious Pilate, Jesus, Ensemble“Superstar” ................................................................ Judas, Superstar Singers“The Crucifixion” .................................................................. Jesus, Ensemble“John 19:41” ........................................................................................ Band

There will be one 15-minute intermission.

Ken Burdick (Jesus) feels so honored to be playing the role of Jesus. This has been his dream role for 25 years since he first played Annas in 1995 for BCLOA, and although it is finally happening, he still cannot believe it. Some of Ken’s favorite roles are Sweeney Todd (2004, 2014), Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha (2016), Macbeth (2016), and Aldolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone (2011, 2017). Most recently, you may have seen Ken singing with the Byrom Brothers band and the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra, exploring his other passion, Rock and Blues. Ken considers the role of Jesus as the crowning achievement in his 27 year career onstage, and wants to thank Hal for continuing to believe in him. As far as future projects, he’s not sure where to look next...any suggestions?

Logan Burdick (Apostle) was excited when he heard about Jesus Christ Superstar. His father, Ken Burdick, has been wanting to do this show longer than Logan can remember, so when word of this show got around, he was thrilled he may get to do this show with his father. Logan has played in many roles such as Jesus in Godspell (2016), Scuttle in The Little Mermaid (2016), and Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast. He is very grateful that he was cast in this show and can’t wait to see the results.

Stephen Bush (Annas) is ecstatic to be included in the Ovation’s inaugural production. Previous credits include Dan in Stars’ Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jack in Spot-light’s Into the Woods, as well as numerous high school and junior theatre roles, such as Shrek in Shrek the Musical, Horton in Seussical, John the Baptist/Judas in Godspell, and Schroed-er in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. He would like to thank Hal and the full Super-star production staff, as well as everyone at the Ovation, for working tirelessly to ensure the success of this show and the many to come.

Ariel Clark (Apostle) recently made her directorial debut directing Oliver! at NOR Junior Theatre. She is honored to be involved with this produc-tion. She would like to give a big thanks to the incredible cast and crew for making this dream show a reality.

Fred Cremer (Apostle) has taken part in many

shows with BMT/Stars, including Ragtime, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream-coat, Man of La Mancha, Sweeney Todd, and Les Miserables. In his spare time, he enjoys singing and ringing in his church choir and handbell choir respectively, and baking cheesecakes.

Mason Edwards (Judas) is thankful for this juggernaut opportunity to be a part of a top-tier cast, in a timeless production. Enjoy the show!

JP De Leon (Apostle) is a high school actor finding his footing on his first professional acting experience with the inaugural show of the Ovation Theatre. Finding a love of musical theatre under the mentorship of fellow cast member Jennifer Resolme, he has had the opportunity to perform great roles like Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd and J.B. Biggley in How to Succeed In Business. Now honored with a role amongst an amazing and talented cast, he hopes to do nothing less than put on a “Superstar” performance worthy of the many actors on stage with him.

Caswell Espinoza (Apostle) is a 15-year-old sophomore attending Bakersfield Christian High School who enjoys acting and being on stage. He has been a part of several shows and was last seen in Beauty and the Beast as Cogsworth. When not on the stage, Caswell enjoys contributing to the theater in other ways including tech. He is very excited to see where his career takes him next.

Kelsey Gaines (Apostle) has immensely enjoyed learning from the brilliant cast and production staff of Jesus Christ Superstar. She has been involved in theatre around Bakersfield since she was 4, and her favorite roles include The Witch in Into the Woods, Miss Hannigan in Annie, Madame Thenárdi-er in Les Misérables, and Lauren in See Rock City & Other Destinations. She would like to thank Hal for taking a chance on her, Marvin for granting her more confidence, Amber for working so hard with her, Joanna for listen-ing, and Cherish for being Wonder Woman. She is grateful for all the support and love she has received throughout this process. Thank you!

BIOGRAPHIES

MUSICAL NUMBERS

ACT I“Overture” ...................................................................................... Ensemble“Heaven on Their Minds” ...................................................................... Judas“What’s the Buzz” .......................... Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, Ensemble“Strange Thing Mystifying” .......................................................... Jesus, Judas“Everything’s Alright” ...................... Mary Magdalene, Judas, Jesus, Ensemble“This Jesus Must Die” ............................................... Caiaphas, Annas, Priests“Hosanna” ............................................................ Jesus, Caiaphas, Ensemble“Simon Zealotes” ................................................................ Simon, Ensemble“Poor Jerusalem” .................................................................................... Jesus“Pilate’s Dream” ....................................................................... Pontius Pilate“The Temple” .................................................... Jesus, Money Lenders, Lepers“Everything’s Alright (Reprise)” ............. Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Mother Mary“I Don’t Know How to Love Him” ...................................... Mary Magdelene“Damned for All Time” .......................................................................... Judas“Blood Money” .......................................................... Judas, Annas, Caiaphas

ACT II“The Last Supper” ......................................................... Jesus, Judas, Apostles“Gethsemane (I Only Want to Say)” ....................................................... Jesus“The Arrest” ............................ Jesus, Peter, Roman Guards, Caiaphas, Annas, Ensemble“Peter’s Denial” .......... Peter, Maid by the Fire, Old Man, Roman Guard, Mob“Pilate and Christ” ........................................................ Pontious Pilate, Jesus“Hosanna (Reprise)” .............................................................................. Mob “King Herod’s Song” ............................................................................ Herod“Could We Start Again Please” .................................. Mary Magdalene, Peter, Mother Mary, Simon, Thadeus“Judas’ Death” .................................... ..... Judas, Caiaphas, Annas, Ensemble“Trial Before Pilate” ...................................... Pontious Pilate, Jesus, Ensemble“Superstar” ................................................................ Judas, Superstar Singers“The Crucifixion” .................................................................. Jesus, Ensemble“John 19:41” ........................................................................................ Band

There will be one 15-minute intermission.

Ken Burdick (Jesus) feels so honored to be playing the role of Jesus. This has been his dream role for 25 years since he first played Annas in 1995 for BCLOA, and although it is finally happening, he still cannot believe it. Some of Ken’s favorite roles are Sweeney Todd (2004, 2014), Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha (2016), Macbeth (2016), and Aldolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone (2011, 2017). Most recently, you may have seen Ken singing with the Byrom Brothers band and the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra, exploring his other passion, Rock and Blues. Ken considers the role of Jesus as the crowning achievement in his 27 year career onstage, and wants to thank Hal for continuing to believe in him. As far as future projects, he’s not sure where to look next...any suggestions?

Logan Burdick (Apostle) was excited when he heard about Jesus Christ Superstar. His father, Ken Burdick, has been wanting to do this show longer than Logan can remember, so when word of this show got around, he was thrilled he may get to do this show with his father. Logan has played in many roles such as Jesus in Godspell (2016), Scuttle in The Little Mermaid (2016), and Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast. He is very grateful that he was cast in this show and can’t wait to see the results.

Stephen Bush (Annas) is ecstatic to be included in the Ovation’s inaugural production. Previous credits include Dan in Stars’ Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jack in Spot-light’s Into the Woods, as well as numerous high school and junior theatre roles, such as Shrek in Shrek the Musical, Horton in Seussical, John the Baptist/Judas in Godspell, and Schroed-er in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. He would like to thank Hal and the full Super-star production staff, as well as everyone at the Ovation, for working tirelessly to ensure the success of this show and the many to come.

Ariel Clark (Apostle) recently made her directorial debut directing Oliver! at NOR Junior Theatre. She is honored to be involved with this produc-tion. She would like to give a big thanks to the incredible cast and crew for making this dream show a reality.

Fred Cremer (Apostle) has taken part in many

shows with BMT/Stars, including Ragtime, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream-coat, Man of La Mancha, Sweeney Todd, and Les Miserables. In his spare time, he enjoys singing and ringing in his church choir and handbell choir respectively, and baking cheesecakes.

Mason Edwards (Judas) is thankful for this juggernaut opportunity to be a part of a top-tier cast, in a timeless production. Enjoy the show!

JP De Leon (Apostle) is a high school actor finding his footing on his first professional acting experience with the inaugural show of the Ovation Theatre. Finding a love of musical theatre under the mentorship of fellow cast member Jennifer Resolme, he has had the opportunity to perform great roles like Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd and J.B. Biggley in How to Succeed In Business. Now honored with a role amongst an amazing and talented cast, he hopes to do nothing less than put on a “Superstar” performance worthy of the many actors on stage with him.

Caswell Espinoza (Apostle) is a 15-year-old sophomore attending Bakersfield Christian High School who enjoys acting and being on stage. He has been a part of several shows and was last seen in Beauty and the Beast as Cogsworth. When not on the stage, Caswell enjoys contributing to the theater in other ways including tech. He is very excited to see where his career takes him next.

Kelsey Gaines (Apostle) has immensely enjoyed learning from the brilliant cast and production staff of Jesus Christ Superstar. She has been involved in theatre around Bakersfield since she was 4, and her favorite roles include The Witch in Into the Woods, Miss Hannigan in Annie, Madame Thenárdi-er in Les Misérables, and Lauren in See Rock City & Other Destinations. She would like to thank Hal for taking a chance on her, Marvin for granting her more confidence, Amber for working so hard with her, Joanna for listen-ing, and Cherish for being Wonder Woman. She is grateful for all the support and love she has received throughout this process. Thank you!

BIOGRAPHIES

Kyle Ken Gaines (Caiaphas) is proud to be in The Ovation Theatre’s inaugural production. While typically not the biblical sort, he is overjoyed to be starring in Jesus Christ Superstar. Some of the other roles he’s been equally excited about have included Garry/Roger in Noises Off, Nicky in Avenue Q (for which he rehearsed for two days), Sparky in Forever Plaid, Donkey in Shrek the Musical, and The Cat in the Hat in Seussical. He’d like to thank his parents, sister, girlfriend, and his director, Hal, without whom he’d be lost. Their constant support, love, and nepotism have helped him rise to the top where hopefully he’ll stay for a long time before descending into inevitable madness. Enjoy the show!

Nichole Heasley (Mother Mary) is excited to be involved in such a fantastic production of one of her favorite musicals. Her favorite theater credits include Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof, Kitty in The Drowsy Chaperone, Aldonza/Dulcinea in Man of La Mancha, Anytime Annie in 42nd Street, Marcy Park in 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Lady Jacqueline in Me and My Girl.

Lacey Lindsley (Dancer) is excited to be making her musical theatre debut in Jesus Christ Super-star. She has danced for 17 years, competed in dance for over 6 years, and performed in numerous productions. When she is not dancing, she is majoring in Animal Science and working as a Veterinary Technician. She would like to give a special thank you to her parents, dance teachers, Hal, Erica, Liz, and her friends.

Erica Lynn (Dancer) is thrilled to be sharing the stage with this talented cast. She has been seen in productions of The Drowsy Chaperone, Fiddler on the Roof, 42nd Street, Mary Poppins, and West Side Story. She wishes to thank Hal and Marvin for allowing her to be a part of this special musical.

Kenneth Maclin (Herod) got his start on the Spotlight stage in various shows such as History of Rock and Roll, A Chorus Line (Richie), Dream-girls (Jimmy Early) and Spotlight’s LA production of Zanna Don’t (Zanna) to name a few. When not on the stage, he has had the opportunity to also assistant direct a few shows, giving him a different perspective. Kenneth is excited to be back on stage with such amazing talents. He’d

like to thank Hal (Halvin) for the opportunity to once again be a part of a great show. He hopes you all will enjoy the show. xoxo

Jason Daniel McClain (Pontious Pilate) A veteran of the stage with over 27 years’ experience locally and abroad. Most notable credits include: Emcee in Cabaret (2010), Baker in Into the Woods (2007), P.T. Barnum in Barnum (2009), Jinx in Forever Plaid (1995, 2004) and Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1994, 1996, 2004). Most recently he tickled audi-ences with his dry humor as Melvin P Thorpe in Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and his dancing feet as he reprised his role as Billy in 42nd Street (2005, 2017). In 2013 Jason happily completed a two year international contract as a cabaret singer and “Artist of Sil-versea” aboard Silversea Cruise Lines. Cur-rently he is getting ready to debut his Dean Martin tribute show – A Rat Without a Pack at the Ovation Theatre this month. When not performing on stage Jason is an avid scenic and set designer, artist and painter, and li-censed Insurance Broker. He wants to thank his mother for always, always, ALWAYS, supporting him, in everything he does.

Amelia Mejia (Various Roles) having grown up doing theater in the area, Amelia is thrilled to be returning to a Bakersfield stage after spending the last 9 years in San Diego. She would like to thank Hal, Amber, Marvin, and the entire Ovation Team for allowing her to be a part in such a special inaugural performance. She hopes you enjoy the show and are ready for an even more exciting season!

Tessa Ogles (Simon the Zealot) is so thankful to be a part of the Ovation s first show, and overjoyed to be back performing at her home theatre. Recent credits include: Romeo and Juliet (Juliet), and You Can’t Take It With You (Alice Sycamore) at The Empty Space, Fiddler On the Roof (Hodel) at Temple Beth El, and Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins) at Stars Theatre Restaurant. Tessa sends her love to her ever supportive friends and family.

BIOGRAPHIESNick Ono (Peter) is happy to be back on this stage in Ovations inaugural show! Credits include: Romeo & Juliet (Romeo), In the Heights (Usnavi), The Last Five Years (Jamie), Mary Poppins (Bert), Beauty and the Beast (Beast), West Side Story (Bernardo), Me and My Girl (Bill), Fiddler on the Roof (Motel).

Mary O’Reilly (Dancer) is 15 years old and is a student at Garces Memorial High School. She has been doing theatre since she was 4 and went from being a Munchkin in Wizard of Oz to playing the roles of Wendy in Peter Pan, Cosette in Les Miserables, Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast, and Brooke Wyndham in Legally Blonde. She has been taking dance since she was 5. She is very excited to be a part of the cast and feels it has been a great learning experience.

Nate Pugh (Apostle) has performed in numerous shows at several theatres in Bakersfield over the last 5 years. Most recently Nate Pugh played Wil-lie Conklin in Ragtime at BMT Stars and Perchick in Fiddler on the Roof at Temple Beth El. Nate is very excited and proud to be in the opening show for the Ovation theatre.

Jennifer Resolme (Mary Magdalene) is a Bakers-field native who has performed locally at Stars, Bakersfield usic Theatre, The aslight elodra-ma, The Spotlight Theatre and is now proud to be part of the inaugural show at the new Ovation Theatre. Jennifer first fell in love with JCS when she was assigned to sing “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” for a vocal performance in college. Since then, she has been obsessed with the music style and dramatic interpretation of this show and she is honored to have been cast as Mary Magdalene in this production with such a creative directing team and talented cast.

Sarah Rodriguez (Dancer This is Sarah s first musical. She has been dancing since she was 4 years old. She dances hip hop, jazz, ballet, pointe, lyrical, contemporary, and tap. She is cur-rently a straight A student in 8th grade at OLPH and was accepted to attend Garces Memorial High School in the fall. She would like to thank her Mom, Nana, Pop, her family and all of her dance instructors for all their love and support.

Liz Williams Borud (Swing/Understudy, Assistant Director, Dance Captain) Liz is pleased to be involved with the inaugural production at the Ovation! A long-time performer and active member of Bakers-field s thriving theatre community, she has appeared in many productions around town, including at Stars Theatre and Empty Space. Most notably, she can be remem-bered as Golde in Fiddler on the Roof (Tem-ple Beth El), Chiffon in Little Shop of Horrors (Empty Space), Anybodys in West Side Story (Stars), and Bonnie in Anything Goes (Stars).

Maya Wright (Dancer) is a 14-year-old freshman at Highland High School. Maya has been dancing for 12 years and attends Experience Dance Studio. As a little girl, Maya only attended tap classes until one summer she was encouraged by the TV show “Dance Moms” to learn more lyrical and jazz styles. Maya would spend hours in her room stretching and teaching herself the different moves they did. She eventually explored and enrolled in every dance style at the studio. She recently had roles as Little Inez in Hairspray and The Fiddler on Fiddler on the Roof. aya likes to watch et ix, DANCE, and spend time with her family. Maya would like to thank her parents for al-ways supporting her and a special thanks to Marvin Ramey, who has been Maya’s dance teacher for the past 5 years and has taught her that posture is everything and not to use the word “can’t” in her vocabulary.

Hal Friedman (Director) has directed over 100 shows and has worked at regional theatres such as the Kennedy Center (D.C), Arena Stage (D.C.), Signature Theatre (Arling-ton V.A), Stage 52 (L.A), Rescue Agreement (N.Y.C), the Baltimore Theatre Project (Balti-more, M.D.), Roundhouse Theatre (Bethes-da M.D.), and the Smithsonian Discovery Theatre (D.C). Hal worked for Scott Rudin roductions on such films as The Royal Tan-

nenbaums, the Academy Award winning The Hours, and Changing Lanes. Hal worked for the local Spotlight Theatre and has directed locally at Stars Theatre Restaurant, the Empty Space, BCT, and the Gaslight Melodrama.

BIOGRAPHIES

Kyle Ken Gaines (Caiaphas) is proud to be in The Ovation Theatre’s inaugural production. While typically not the biblical sort, he is overjoyed to be starring in Jesus Christ Superstar. Some of the other roles he’s been equally excited about have included Garry/Roger in Noises Off, Nicky in Avenue Q (for which he rehearsed for two days), Sparky in Forever Plaid, Donkey in Shrek the Musical, and The Cat in the Hat in Seussical. He’d like to thank his parents, sister, girlfriend, and his director, Hal, without whom he’d be lost. Their constant support, love, and nepotism have helped him rise to the top where hopefully he’ll stay for a long time before descending into inevitable madness. Enjoy the show!

Nichole Heasley (Mother Mary) is excited to be involved in such a fantastic production of one of her favorite musicals. Her favorite theater credits include Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof, Kitty in The Drowsy Chaperone, Aldonza/Dulcinea in Man of La Mancha, Anytime Annie in 42nd Street, Marcy Park in 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Lady Jacqueline in Me and My Girl.

Lacey Lindsley (Dancer) is excited to be making her musical theatre debut in Jesus Christ Super-star. She has danced for 17 years, competed in dance for over 6 years, and performed in numerous productions. When she is not dancing, she is majoring in Animal Science and working as a Veterinary Technician. She would like to give a special thank you to her parents, dance teachers, Hal, Erica, Liz, and her friends.

Erica Lynn (Dancer) is thrilled to be sharing the stage with this talented cast. She has been seen in productions of The Drowsy Chaperone, Fiddler on the Roof, 42nd Street, Mary Poppins, and West Side Story. She wishes to thank Hal and Marvin for allowing her to be a part of this special musical.

Kenneth Maclin (Herod) got his start on the Spotlight stage in various shows such as History of Rock and Roll, A Chorus Line (Richie), Dream-girls (Jimmy Early) and Spotlight’s LA production of Zanna Don’t (Zanna) to name a few. When not on the stage, he has had the opportunity to also assistant direct a few shows, giving him a different perspective. Kenneth is excited to be back on stage with such amazing talents. He’d

like to thank Hal (Halvin) for the opportunity to once again be a part of a great show. He hopes you all will enjoy the show. xoxo

Jason Daniel McClain (Pontious Pilate) A veteran of the stage with over 27 years’ experience locally and abroad. Most notable credits include: Emcee in Cabaret (2010), Baker in Into the Woods (2007), P.T. Barnum in Barnum (2009), Jinx in Forever Plaid (1995, 2004) and Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1994, 1996, 2004). Most recently he tickled audi-ences with his dry humor as Melvin P Thorpe in Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and his dancing feet as he reprised his role as Billy in 42nd Street (2005, 2017). In 2013 Jason happily completed a two year international contract as a cabaret singer and “Artist of Sil-versea” aboard Silversea Cruise Lines. Cur-rently he is getting ready to debut his Dean Martin tribute show – A Rat Without a Pack at the Ovation Theatre this month. When not performing on stage Jason is an avid scenic and set designer, artist and painter, and li-censed Insurance Broker. He wants to thank his mother for always, always, ALWAYS, supporting him, in everything he does.

Amelia Mejia (Various Roles) having grown up doing theater in the area, Amelia is thrilled to be returning to a Bakersfield stage after spending the last 9 years in San Diego. She would like to thank Hal, Amber, Marvin, and the entire Ovation Team for allowing her to be a part in such a special inaugural performance. She hopes you enjoy the show and are ready for an even more exciting season!

Tessa Ogles (Simon the Zealot) is so thankful to be a part of the Ovation s first show, and overjoyed to be back performing at her home theatre. Recent credits include: Romeo and Juliet (Juliet), and You Can’t Take It With You (Alice Sycamore) at The Empty Space, Fiddler On the Roof (Hodel) at Temple Beth El, and Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins) at Stars Theatre Restaurant. Tessa sends her love to her ever supportive friends and family.

BIOGRAPHIESNick Ono (Peter) is happy to be back on this stage in Ovations inaugural show! Credits include: Romeo & Juliet (Romeo), In the Heights (Usnavi), The Last Five Years (Jamie), Mary Poppins (Bert), Beauty and the Beast (Beast), West Side Story (Bernardo), Me and My Girl (Bill), Fiddler on the Roof (Motel).

Mary O’Reilly (Dancer) is 15 years old and is a student at Garces Memorial High School. She has been doing theatre since she was 4 and went from being a Munchkin in Wizard of Oz to playing the roles of Wendy in Peter Pan, Cosette in Les Miserables, Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast, and Brooke Wyndham in Legally Blonde. She has been taking dance since she was 5. She is very excited to be a part of the cast and feels it has been a great learning experience.

Nate Pugh (Apostle) has performed in numerous shows at several theatres in Bakersfield over the last 5 years. Most recently Nate Pugh played Wil-lie Conklin in Ragtime at BMT Stars and Perchick in Fiddler on the Roof at Temple Beth El. Nate is very excited and proud to be in the opening show for the Ovation theatre.

Jennifer Resolme (Mary Magdalene) is a Bakers-field native who has performed locally at Stars, Bakersfield usic Theatre, The aslight elodra-ma, The Spotlight Theatre and is now proud to be part of the inaugural show at the new Ovation Theatre. Jennifer first fell in love with JCS when she was assigned to sing “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” for a vocal performance in college. Since then, she has been obsessed with the music style and dramatic interpretation of this show and she is honored to have been cast as Mary Magdalene in this production with such a creative directing team and talented cast.

Sarah Rodriguez (Dancer This is Sarah s first musical. She has been dancing since she was 4 years old. She dances hip hop, jazz, ballet, pointe, lyrical, contemporary, and tap. She is cur-rently a straight A student in 8th grade at OLPH and was accepted to attend Garces Memorial High School in the fall. She would like to thank her Mom, Nana, Pop, her family and all of her dance instructors for all their love and support.

Liz Williams Borud (Swing/Understudy, Assistant Director, Dance Captain) Liz is pleased to be involved with the inaugural production at the Ovation! A long-time performer and active member of Bakers-field s thriving theatre community, she has appeared in many productions around town, including at Stars Theatre and Empty Space. Most notably, she can be remem-bered as Golde in Fiddler on the Roof (Tem-ple Beth El), Chiffon in Little Shop of Horrors (Empty Space), Anybodys in West Side Story (Stars), and Bonnie in Anything Goes (Stars).

Maya Wright (Dancer) is a 14-year-old freshman at Highland High School. Maya has been dancing for 12 years and attends Experience Dance Studio. As a little girl, Maya only attended tap classes until one summer she was encouraged by the TV show “Dance Moms” to learn more lyrical and jazz styles. Maya would spend hours in her room stretching and teaching herself the different moves they did. She eventually explored and enrolled in every dance style at the studio. She recently had roles as Little Inez in Hairspray and The Fiddler on Fiddler on the Roof. aya likes to watch et ix, DANCE, and spend time with her family. Maya would like to thank her parents for al-ways supporting her and a special thanks to Marvin Ramey, who has been Maya’s dance teacher for the past 5 years and has taught her that posture is everything and not to use the word “can’t” in her vocabulary.

Hal Friedman (Director) has directed over 100 shows and has worked at regional theatres such as the Kennedy Center (D.C), Arena Stage (D.C.), Signature Theatre (Arling-ton V.A), Stage 52 (L.A), Rescue Agreement (N.Y.C), the Baltimore Theatre Project (Balti-more, M.D.), Roundhouse Theatre (Bethes-da M.D.), and the Smithsonian Discovery Theatre (D.C). Hal worked for Scott Rudin roductions on such films as The Royal Tan-

nenbaums, the Academy Award winning The Hours, and Changing Lanes. Hal worked for the local Spotlight Theatre and has directed locally at Stars Theatre Restaurant, the Empty Space, BCT, and the Gaslight Melodrama.

BIOGRAPHIES

Hal has published a novel (Afterwinds under the name Hal Dennis), sold two screenplays, and is now the Theatre Teacher at Shafter High School. Hal graduated with honors from the prestigious Tisch School of the Arts at THE New York Uni-versity in Film and Television. Hal dedicates the future of the Ovation Repertory Theatre to the Bakersfield community and sends his love to his amazing children and shining lights, Eleanore, Carter, and Isla.

Cherish Jessee (Assistant Director) is excited to be a part of The Ovation Theatre s very first produc-tion and to be working with a Director she looks up to. She is so excited to be on the production end of Jesus Christ Superstar and has enjoyed col-laborating with a wonderful cast and crew! She has also Assistant Directed Beauty and the Beast, Into the Woods, The Hiding Place, Phantom (not of the opera), and Peter and the Star Catcher. She’d like to thank Kyle Gaines, Dee Dee Jessee, Julie Gaines, and Hal Friedman for their support and guiding her towards opportunities.

Marvin Ramey (Choreographer) has choreo-graphed musicals for Great American Vaudeville Express Melodrama, The Jewel Box Theatre

orth ollywood , Bakersfield usic Theatre, the Spotlight Theatre, Stars Dinner Theatre, Black Gold Productions & now the Ovation Theatre. High Schools include: Centennial, East, Frontier, Independence, South & West. Teacher of dance with Bakersfield Jr. College, Cal State Bakers-field, Lenore Smith ance Arts, Eve leens ance Studio, The Dance Stop, Precision Dance Studio, The Spotlight Theatre & now owner of Experience Dance. Thank you Hal Friedman, Bien Resolme and Adam Cline for allowing me to be the first choreographer for Ovation. Special LOVE to my family & friends. To the cast & dancers: Thank you!

Amber O’Reilly has been in love with JesusChrist Superstar since 1991 when she played the role of ary agdelene for Bakersfield Civic Light Opera. This is why she was more than excited to be part of this nostalgic show’s production team as the vocal director. She has also had a passion for musical theatre since she was a child and has directed and performed with many reputable theatre companies in Bakersfield over the last years. She feels quite privileged to be included in

Ovation’s opening and debut show. When she isn’t directing or performing, Amber has dedicated most of her adult life to teaching the performing arts to children of all ages. She has her own studio of private vocal/piano students, she is a professional piano accompanist and she recently started her own company, Bakersfield outh ine Arts Academy. She is very pleased and proud to announce that her daughter, Mary, is a dancer in this production of JCS. She would like to thank Hal, Adam and Bien for giving her this fine opportunity to bring such a clas-sic show to life at a brand new, epic venue... Ovation Repertory Theatre!

Adam Cline (Business Development Direc-tor has been involved in Bakersfield s local community theatre program since 1992. For the past 25 years he has done every role from leading characters to producing, writing, teaching, and directing many shows for Stars inner Theatre and the Bakersfield Civic Light Opera now known as Bakersfield Music Theatre), and the Melodrama. From 1994-1997 Adam taught hundreds of adultsand children acting classes for television and theatre for the McCright Agency and StarsSchool of Fine Arts. In 1995 Adam start-ed a production company called A.C.T.S. Productions (Adam Cline’s Theatrical Ser-vices), where he met the needs of all local theatres and schools to provide sets, lighting, sound and crew to help run shows, school functions, Christmas parties and summer workshops throughout Kern County. In 1996 he was asked to join the family business, of which is a construction glazing contractor and has worked there now for the past 21 years. After learning much about the family business that was established in 1947, he began to increase the sales and growth of the company. In 2006 he became the Vice President of Operations and by 2010 was the President of the company. He has now grown the company from a small business of 18 employees to over 40. He has developed great relationships with other local business-es and enthralled the community with his witty advertising commercials to promote his family business.

BIOGRAPHIESBien Resolme (Managing Director/CFO) was born and raised right here in Bakersfield, only leaving for four years to serve his country in the US Navy.

e has been involved in the Bakersfield theatre community for over 25 years. First as a performer and more recently on the technical side of local productions by volunteering his time to build sets and manage tech crews at local high schools and community theatres. Bien has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and is the Technical Director and Technical Theatre teacher at East High School for the Kern High School District.n his first year of teaching, Bien s irtual Enter-prise business plan team earned the right to com-pete at the national level in New York City. The nine years prior to teaching, Bien was a network administrator for the Kern High School District where he employed the business principals and skill sets that he now imparts to his students in the classroom. His passion for theatre and education have driven Bien to form the Ovation Repertory Theatre with his partners and friends, Adam Cline and al riedman, to insure that the Bakersfield theatre community continues and thrives for decades to come.

Megan Dowda-Gillette (Stage Manager) A grad-uate of CSUB’s Theatre program and an IATSE member for over 10 years is pleased to be part of the Ovation s first theatrical show. She has been involved with community theatre for the past 15 years. Some of her recent favorite shows to work on was the Boys and Girls Club Production of Annie Jr., Hal Friedman’s production of Fiddler on the Roof, as well as Bakersfield useum of Art s production of The Very Ecstasy of Love.

Terry Dowda-Gillette (Assistant Stage Manager) A recent graduate from Ashford University has also spent time as a member of the IATSE Union. She has been working in community theatre for the past 12 years in varying positions. Some of her recent favorite shows to be part of were The Last Five Years, Marvin Ramey’s Showcase, Boys and Girls Club Production of Annie Jr., as well as Hal Friedman’s production of Fiddler on the Roof. She is very happy to be part of the Ovation s first theatrical show, and looks forward to the season.

Joanna Sanner (Dramaturge) has been a stage manager for Lost Bakersfield in 2013 and a few church shows over the years. She is so honored

to be a part of Jesus Christ Superstar. She has thoroughly enjoyed working with every person in the cast and crew. She would like to thank her roommates for their encourage-ment and for making sure she didn’t forget to eat. She would also like to thank her family and church family for their support and prayers for this amazing cast and production team!

Caitlin Wolfenstein (Dresser) has been per-forming on stage since she was five. She has recently been seen in Ragtime (ensemble), Children’s Hour (Lily Mortor), and Drowsy Chaperone (ensemble). She is so happy to be a part of JCSS and is excited to continue to perform in the upcoming show Into the Woods (Baker’s Wife).

Julie Verrell (Dresser) Since performing in theatre in high school, Julie has performed in a number of community shows (Hairspray, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Fiddler on the Roof). She has mainly been seen in assorted tech positions at Stars Dinner The-atre for 2 1/2 years. However, she is thrilled to be here and to be able to be a part of The Ovation’s inaugural show!

BIOGRAPHIES

AUGUST4th - 27th

Hal has published a novel (Afterwinds under the name Hal Dennis), sold two screenplays, and is now the Theatre Teacher at Shafter High School. Hal graduated with honors from the prestigious Tisch School of the Arts at THE New York Uni-versity in Film and Television. Hal dedicates the future of the Ovation Repertory Theatre to the Bakersfield community and sends his love to his amazing children and shining lights, Eleanore, Carter, and Isla.

Cherish Jessee (Assistant Director) is excited to be a part of The Ovation Theatre s very first produc-tion and to be working with a Director she looks up to. She is so excited to be on the production end of Jesus Christ Superstar and has enjoyed col-laborating with a wonderful cast and crew! She has also Assistant Directed Beauty and the Beast, Into the Woods, The Hiding Place, Phantom (not of the opera), and Peter and the Star Catcher. She’d like to thank Kyle Gaines, Dee Dee Jessee, Julie Gaines, and Hal Friedman for their support and guiding her towards opportunities.

Marvin Ramey (Choreographer) has choreo-graphed musicals for Great American Vaudeville Express Melodrama, The Jewel Box Theatre

orth ollywood , Bakersfield usic Theatre, the Spotlight Theatre, Stars Dinner Theatre, Black Gold Productions & now the Ovation Theatre. High Schools include: Centennial, East, Frontier, Independence, South & West. Teacher of dance with Bakersfield Jr. College, Cal State Bakers-field, Lenore Smith ance Arts, Eve leens ance Studio, The Dance Stop, Precision Dance Studio, The Spotlight Theatre & now owner of Experience Dance. Thank you Hal Friedman, Bien Resolme and Adam Cline for allowing me to be the first choreographer for Ovation. Special LOVE to my family & friends. To the cast & dancers: Thank you!

Amber O’Reilly has been in love with JesusChrist Superstar since 1991 when she played the role of ary agdelene for Bakersfield Civic Light Opera. This is why she was more than excited to be part of this nostalgic show’s production team as the vocal director. She has also had a passion for musical theatre since she was a child and has directed and performed with many reputable theatre companies in Bakersfield over the last years. She feels quite privileged to be included in

Ovation’s opening and debut show. When she isn’t directing or performing, Amber has dedicated most of her adult life to teaching the performing arts to children of all ages. She has her own studio of private vocal/piano students, she is a professional piano accompanist and she recently started her own company, Bakersfield outh ine Arts Academy. She is very pleased and proud to announce that her daughter, Mary, is a dancer in this production of JCS. She would like to thank Hal, Adam and Bien for giving her this fine opportunity to bring such a clas-sic show to life at a brand new, epic venue... Ovation Repertory Theatre!

Adam Cline (Business Development Direc-tor has been involved in Bakersfield s local community theatre program since 1992. For the past 25 years he has done every role from leading characters to producing, writing, teaching, and directing many shows for Stars inner Theatre and the Bakersfield Civic Light Opera now known as Bakersfield Music Theatre), and the Melodrama. From 1994-1997 Adam taught hundreds of adultsand children acting classes for television and theatre for the McCright Agency and StarsSchool of Fine Arts. In 1995 Adam start-ed a production company called A.C.T.S. Productions (Adam Cline’s Theatrical Ser-vices), where he met the needs of all local theatres and schools to provide sets, lighting, sound and crew to help run shows, school functions, Christmas parties and summer workshops throughout Kern County. In 1996 he was asked to join the family business, of which is a construction glazing contractor and has worked there now for the past 21 years. After learning much about the family business that was established in 1947, he began to increase the sales and growth of the company. In 2006 he became the Vice President of Operations and by 2010 was the President of the company. He has now grown the company from a small business of 18 employees to over 40. He has developed great relationships with other local business-es and enthralled the community with his witty advertising commercials to promote his family business.

BIOGRAPHIESBien Resolme (Managing Director/CFO) was born and raised right here in Bakersfield, only leaving for four years to serve his country in the US Navy.

e has been involved in the Bakersfield theatre community for over 25 years. First as a performer and more recently on the technical side of local productions by volunteering his time to build sets and manage tech crews at local high schools and community theatres. Bien has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and is the Technical Director and Technical Theatre teacher at East High School for the Kern High School District.n his first year of teaching, Bien s irtual Enter-prise business plan team earned the right to com-pete at the national level in New York City. The nine years prior to teaching, Bien was a network administrator for the Kern High School District where he employed the business principals and skill sets that he now imparts to his students in the classroom. His passion for theatre and education have driven Bien to form the Ovation Repertory Theatre with his partners and friends, Adam Cline and al riedman, to insure that the Bakersfield theatre community continues and thrives for decades to come.

Megan Dowda-Gillette (Stage Manager) A grad-uate of CSUB’s Theatre program and an IATSE member for over 10 years is pleased to be part of the Ovation s first theatrical show. She has been involved with community theatre for the past 15 years. Some of her recent favorite shows to work on was the Boys and Girls Club Production of Annie Jr., Hal Friedman’s production of Fiddler on the Roof, as well as Bakersfield useum of Art s production of The Very Ecstasy of Love.

Terry Dowda-Gillette (Assistant Stage Manager) A recent graduate from Ashford University has also spent time as a member of the IATSE Union. She has been working in community theatre for the past 12 years in varying positions. Some of her recent favorite shows to be part of were The Last Five Years, Marvin Ramey’s Showcase, Boys and Girls Club Production of Annie Jr., as well as Hal Friedman’s production of Fiddler on the Roof. She is very happy to be part of the Ovation s first theatrical show, and looks forward to the season.

Joanna Sanner (Dramaturge) has been a stage manager for Lost Bakersfield in 2013 and a few church shows over the years. She is so honored

to be a part of Jesus Christ Superstar. She has thoroughly enjoyed working with every person in the cast and crew. She would like to thank her roommates for their encourage-ment and for making sure she didn’t forget to eat. She would also like to thank her family and church family for their support and prayers for this amazing cast and production team!

Caitlin Wolfenstein (Dresser) has been per-forming on stage since she was five. She has recently been seen in Ragtime (ensemble), Children’s Hour (Lily Mortor), and Drowsy Chaperone (ensemble). She is so happy to be a part of JCSS and is excited to continue to perform in the upcoming show Into the Woods (Baker’s Wife).

Julie Verrell (Dresser) Since performing in theatre in high school, Julie has performed in a number of community shows (Hairspray, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Fiddler on the Roof). She has mainly been seen in assorted tech positions at Stars Dinner The-atre for 2 1/2 years. However, she is thrilled to be here and to be able to be a part of The Ovation’s inaugural show!

BIOGRAPHIES

AUGUST4th - 27th

Owners ........................................... Adam Cline Hal Friedman Bien ResolmeStage Manager ................ Megan Dowda-GilletteAsst. Stage Manager ........... Terry Dowda GilletteDance Captain ...................... Liz Williams BorudAssistant Directors ........................ Cherish Jessee Liz Williams BorudDramaturge .................................. Joanna SannerTechnical Director ......................... Bien ResolmeProduction Carpenter ....................... Chad BorudDressers ................................ Caitlin Wolfenstein Julie VerrellStage Hand .............................. Rebecca Sanetrre Josh JonesBox Office ........................................ athi LowryAdvertising ......................................... Travis FordMarketting .................... Rock Harbor MarkettingInterior Design Team ........................... Terri Cline Jason McClainRestoration Team ............................... Frank Ayala Chad Borud Liz Williams Borud Donald Bryant Dominic Cerri Adam Cline Terri Cline Aidan Cline Addison Cline Austin Cline Jarred Clowes JP De Leon Kyle Gaines Nichole Heasley Carolyn Fox Hal Friedman Eleanore Friedman Carter Friedman Isla Friedman Erica Lynn Joe Lowry Kathi Lowry Jason McClain Amelia Mejia Tessa Ogles Nick Ono Bien Resolme Jennifer Resolme Abigail Resolme Sophia Resolme Josephine Resolme Derreck Reed Paul Sosa Erica Ueberroth

STAFF NOTES FROM THE DRAMATURGE

Jesus Christ Superstar was first released as a rock opera concept album in 19 with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. The rock opera made its debut on Broadway in 19 1, then was made into a film in 19 . The album was very controversial when it first came out and was originally banned from the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) because it was deemed “sacrilegious and anti-Semitic.” Many of the show’s critics didn’t like that the story of Jesus was being put to “rock” music which was a daring statement 40 years ago as it was an unprec-edented concept.

The completely sung-through musical is comparatively based on the Gospels’ account of the story of Jesus during the last week of his life from the perspective of Judas. The writers aim to humanize Jesus and certain artistic and creative liberties are taken that differ from the accounts in the Bible. Primarily, the portrayals of Judas and Mary Magdalene in how they relate to Jesus illustrate interpersonal struggles that are not depicted in the Bible.

Today there is still controversy surrounding this show because while it doesn’t deny the deity of Jesus, it also doesn’t emphasize it, and the focus of the show remains the portrayal of the humanity of Jesus, not the accuracy of the Gospels.

Whether you believe in Jesus or not, this is still the Greatest Story Ever Told, even if it is from a different perspective. Jesus Christ Superstar is thought-provoking and makes for a great conversation starter. While the content itself is captivating, the score makes it musically spectacular. The show has been adapted and performed countless times over the past 40 years. Each director brings their unique zest to Jesus Christ Superstar, while leaving some room for viewers to draw their own

conclusions, as is the case with Ovation’s production that you are viewing tonight.

SPONSORS

SPECIAL THANKS

The Director would like to thank (in no particular order): Adam & Terri Cline, Bien & Jennifer Resolme, Chad & Liz Borud, Dominic & Kelci Cerri, Erica & Eric Ueberroth, Joe & Kathi Lowry, Marvin Ramey, Amber O’Reilly, Christina Varner, Joanna Sanner, Jarred & Kat Clowes, Nichole Heasley, Jason McClain, Nick Ono, Tessa Ogles, Carolyn Fox, Erica Lynn, Rosie & Frank Ayala, Amelia Mejia, Wes Bradford, Maria Tania Beccerra Weingarden, Ben Resolme, Kim & Mrs. Parham, Josh Wilson, Maureen Nuckles, David Cole, Peggy Darling & the Spotlight Foundation, Travis Ford & Rock Harbor Marketting, The Mark Restaurant, and the whole Ovation Repertory theatre committee and family, without whom this show could never have been produced.

WARNING�e photographing or sound recording of any performance or the possession of any device for such photography or sound recording inside this theatre, without written permission of management, is prohibited by law.

SEASON TICKETS:OVATION FLEXPASS

Did you forget to come to a show? Didsomething oame up last minute? Maybe you ust want to see the same show five times

Well, at Ovation we are flexible! You paid your hard earned money for tickets, therefore, we want you to enjoy your Season Pass the way that best suits you! Our Season Ticket is also a FLEX PASS! You can purchase several season tickets a year and always use the seats however you want se one seat for each of the five shows or buy a pass and bring five people you know... buying our pass allows you to have 5 seats you can use any way your imagination allows! Buy the pass for a discounted rate for the last four shows of the season! Please inquire with our Box Office.

(Available July 1st.)

Ovation Comittee ........................... Rosie Ayala Chad Borud Liz Borud Terri Cline Kelci Cerri Carolyn Fox Jason McClain Tessa Ogles Nick Ono Amber O’Reilly Marvin Ramey Jennifer Resolm Frank Sierra Erica Ueberroth Maria Tania Becerra WeingardenArtistic Director ........................... Hal FriedmanBusiness Development Director ..... Adam ClineManaging Director ...................... Bien Resolme

Owners ........................................... Adam Cline Hal Friedman Bien ResolmeStage Manager ................ Megan Dowda-GilletteAsst. Stage Manager ........... Terry Dowda GilletteDance Captain ...................... Liz Williams BorudAssistant Directors ........................ Cherish Jessee Liz Williams BorudDramaturge .................................. Joanna SannerTechnical Director ......................... Bien ResolmeProduction Carpenter ....................... Chad BorudDressers ................................ Caitlin Wolfenstein Julie VerrellStage Hand .............................. Rebecca Sanetrre Josh JonesBox Office ........................................ athi LowryAdvertising ......................................... Travis FordMarketting .................... Rock Harbor MarkettingInterior Design Team ........................... Terri Cline Jason McClainRestoration Team ............................... Frank Ayala Chad Borud Liz Williams Borud Donald Bryant Dominic Cerri Adam Cline Terri Cline Aidan Cline Addison Cline Austin Cline Jarred Clowes JP De Leon Kyle Gaines Nichole Heasley Carolyn Fox Hal Friedman Eleanore Friedman Carter Friedman Isla Friedman Erica Lynn Joe Lowry Kathi Lowry Jason McClain Amelia Mejia Tessa Ogles Nick Ono Bien Resolme Jennifer Resolme Abigail Resolme Sophia Resolme Josephine Resolme Derreck Reed Paul Sosa Erica Ueberroth

STAFF NOTES FROM THE DRAMATURGE

Jesus Christ Superstar was first released as a rock opera concept album in 19 with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. The rock opera made its debut on Broadway in 19 1, then was made into a film in 19 . The album was very controversial when it first came out and was originally banned from the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) because it was deemed “sacrilegious and anti-Semitic.” Many of the show’s critics didn’t like that the story of Jesus was being put to “rock” music which was a daring statement 40 years ago as it was an unprec-edented concept.

The completely sung-through musical is comparatively based on the Gospels’ account of the story of Jesus during the last week of his life from the perspective of Judas. The writers aim to humanize Jesus and certain artistic and creative liberties are taken that differ from the accounts in the Bible. Primarily, the portrayals of Judas and Mary Magdalene in how they relate to Jesus illustrate interpersonal struggles that are not depicted in the Bible.

Today there is still controversy surrounding this show because while it doesn’t deny the deity of Jesus, it also doesn’t emphasize it, and the focus of the show remains the portrayal of the humanity of Jesus, not the accuracy of the Gospels.

Whether you believe in Jesus or not, this is still the Greatest Story Ever Told, even if it is from a different perspective. Jesus Christ Superstar is thought-provoking and makes for a great conversation starter. While the content itself is captivating, the score makes it musically spectacular. The show has been adapted and performed countless times over the past 40 years. Each director brings their unique zest to Jesus Christ Superstar, while leaving some room for viewers to draw their own

conclusions, as is the case with Ovation’s production that you are viewing tonight.

SPONSORS

SPECIAL THANKS

The Director would like to thank (in no particular order): Adam & Terri Cline, Bien & Jennifer Resolme, Chad & Liz Borud, Dominic & Kelci Cerri, Erica & Eric Ueberroth, Joe & Kathi Lowry, Marvin Ramey, Amber O’Reilly, Christina Varner, Joanna Sanner, Jarred & Kat Clowes, Nichole Heasley, Jason McClain, Nick Ono, Tessa Ogles, Carolyn Fox, Erica Lynn, Rosie & Frank Ayala, Amelia Mejia, Wes Bradford, Maria Tania Beccerra Weingarden, Ben Resolme, Kim & Mrs. Parham, Josh Wilson, Maureen Nuckles, David Cole, Peggy Darling & the Spotlight Foundation, Travis Ford & Rock Harbor Marketting, The Mark Restaurant, and the whole Ovation Repertory theatre committee and family, without whom this show could never have been produced.

WARNING�e photographing or sound recording of any performance or the possession of any device for such photography or sound recording inside this theatre, without written permission of management, is prohibited by law.

SEASON TICKETS:OVATION FLEXPASS

Did you forget to come to a show? Didsomething oame up last minute? Maybe you ust want to see the same show five times Well, at Ovation we are flexible! You paid your hard earned money for tickets, therefore, we want you to enjoy your Season Pass the way that best suits you! Our Season Ticket is also a FLEX PASS! You can purchase several season tickets a year and always use the seats however you want se one seat for each of the five shows or buy a pass and bring five people you know... buying our pass allows you to have 5 seats you can use any way your imagination allows! Buy the pass for a discounted rate for the last four shows of the season! Please inquire with our Box Office.

(Available July 1st.)

Ovation Comittee ........................... Rosie Ayala Chad Borud Liz Borud

Terri Cline Kelci Cerri

Carolyn Fox Jason McClain Tessa Ogles Nick Ono Amber O’Reilly Marvin Ramey Jennifer Resolm

Frank Sierra Erica Ueberroth Maria Tania Becerra WeingardenArtistic Director ........................... Hal FriedmanBusiness Development Director ..... Adam ClineManaging Director ...................... Bien Resolme

Owners ........................................... Adam Cline Hal Friedman Bien ResolmeStage Manager ................ Megan Dowda-GilletteAsst. Stage Manager ........... Terry Dowda GilletteDance Captain ...................... Liz Williams BorudAssistant Directors ........................ Cherish Jessee Liz Williams BorudDramaturge .................................. Joanna SannerTechnical Director ......................... Bien ResolmeProduction Carpenter ....................... Chad BorudDressers ................................ Caitlin Wolfenstein Julie VerrellStage Hand .............................. Rebecca Sanetrre Josh JonesBox Office ........................................ athi LowryAdvertising ......................................... Travis FordMarketting .................... Rock Harbor MarkettingInterior Design Team ........................... Terri Cline Jason McClainRestoration Team ............................... Frank Ayala Chad Borud Liz Williams Borud Donald Bryant Dominic Cerri Adam Cline Terri Cline Aidan Cline Addison Cline Austin Cline Jarred Clowes JP De Leon Kyle Gaines Nichole Heasley Carolyn Fox Hal Friedman Eleanore Friedman Carter Friedman Isla Friedman Erica Lynn Joe Lowry Kathi Lowry Jason McClain Amelia Mejia Tessa Ogles Nick Ono Bien Resolme Jennifer Resolme Abigail Resolme Sophia Resolme Josephine Resolme Derreck Reed Paul Sosa Erica Ueberroth

STAFF NOTES FROM THE DRAMATURGE

Jesus Christ Superstar was first released as a rock opera concept album in 19 with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. The rock opera made its debut on Broadway in 19 1, then was made into a film in 19 . The album was very controversial when it first came out and was originally banned from the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) because it was deemed “sacrilegious and anti-Semitic.” Many of the show’s critics didn’t like that the story of Jesus was being put to “rock” music which was a daring statement 40 years ago as it was an unprec-edented concept.

The completely sung-through musical is comparatively based on the Gospels’ account of the story of Jesus during the last week of his life from the perspective of Judas. The writers aim to humanize Jesus and certain artistic and creative liberties are taken that differ from the accounts in the Bible. Primarily, the portrayals of Judas and Mary Magdalene in how they relate to Jesus illustrate interpersonal struggles that are not depicted in the Bible.

Today there is still controversy surrounding this show because while it doesn’t deny the deity of Jesus, it also doesn’t emphasize it, and the focus of the show remains the portrayal of the humanity of Jesus, not the accuracy of the Gospels.

Whether you believe in Jesus or not, this is still the Greatest Story Ever Told, even if it is from a different perspective. Jesus Christ Superstar is thought-provoking and makes for a great conversation starter. While the content itself is captivating, the score makes it musically spectacular. The show has been adapted and performed countless times over the past 40 years. Each director brings their unique zest to Jesus Christ Superstar, while leaving some room for viewers to draw their own

conclusions, as is the case with Ovation’s production that you are viewing tonight.

SPONSORS

SPECIAL THANKS

The Director would like to thank (in no particular order): Adam & Terri Cline, Bien & Jennifer Resolme, Chad & Liz Borud, Dominic & Kelci Cerri, Erica & Eric Ueberroth, Joe & Kathi Lowry, Marvin Ramey, Amber O’Reilly, Christina Varner, Joanna Sanner, Jarred & Kat Clowes, Nichole Heasley, Jason McClain, Nick Ono, Tessa Ogles, Carolyn Fox, Erica Lynn, Rosie & Frank Ayala, Amelia Mejia, Wes Bradford, Maria Tania Beccerra Weingarden, Ben Resolme, Kim & Mrs. Parham, Josh Wilson, Maureen Nuckles, David Cole, Peggy Darling & the Spotlight Foundation, Travis Ford & Rock Harbor Marketting, The Mark Restaurant, and the whole Ovation Repertory theatre committee and family, without whom this show could never have been produced.

WARNING�e photographing or sound recording of any performance or the possession of any device for such photography or sound recording inside this theatre, without written permission of management, is prohibited by law.

SEASON TICKETS:OVATION FLEXPASS

Did you forget to come to a show? Didsomething oame up last minute? Maybe you ust want to see the same show five times Well, at Ovation we are flexible! You paid your hard earned money for tickets, therefore, we want you to enjoy your Season Pass the way that best suits you! Our Season Ticket is also a FLEX PASS! You can purchase several season tickets a year and always use the seats however you want se one seat for each of the five shows or buy a pass and bring five people you know... buying our pass allows you to have 5 seats you can use any way your imagination allows! Buy the pass for a discounted rate for the last four shows of the season! Please inquire with our Box Office.

(Available July 1st.)

Ovation Comittee ........................... Rosie Ayala Chad Borud Liz Borud Terri Cline Kelci Cerri Carolyn Fox Jason McClain Tessa Ogles Nick Ono Amber O’Reilly Marvin Ramey Jennifer Resolm Frank Sierra Erica Ueberroth Maria Tania Becerra WeingardenArtistic Director ........................... Hal FriedmanBusiness Development Director ..... Adam ClineManaging Director ...................... Bien Resolme

NOTES FROM THE DIRECTOR

From its inception as an album, Jesus Christ Superstar has been a popular piece. It also has a rich history of being produced and conceived with dif-ferent artistic interpretations. The original Broadway production was set in a fantastical post Apocalyptic world, with the theatrics of the production pushed forward to the maximum. The movie, was set as a “Passion Play” with costumes that were a mix of the modern “hippie” era styles and the classic biblical look. or example, the oman soldiers were clad in purple t shirts and camou age

pants, while Jesus was dressed in his classic robes. Even the filmed stage version in 2002 was modernized with Judas dressed in a leather jacket and cowboy boots. The liberties we have taken with this production and design are not new to the piece. In fact, rarely has JCSS been rendered in the classic bibli-cal sense. Instead, directors and designers have picked up on the many themes of the show and chosen to set the story in a modern setting to better relate to modern audiences, much like a more recent hit show on Broadway: Hamilton.

Since its arrival, Hamilton has become a cultural phenomenon just as JCSS was in its hay day. With Hamilton, by modernizing the style of the story of America’s forefathers and depicting the revolution using hip-hop/rap music, the geniuses behind that show hoped to affect modern audiences. They went so far as to cast the show in a way that represents what America is now, using African American and Hispanic actors as our forefathers rather than old white men. They hoped that by doing this, the show would reach across the generations and cultural divides to impact people who may otherwise never have listened to a “musical” about the life story of Alexander Hamilton. They unequivocal-ly succeeded. JCSS did close to the same thing when it first came out, and wanted to follow in Hamilton’s footsteps with this show. Like Hamilton, we have a multi-cultural cast and have used modern styles of dance to help the audience connect to the piece. The costumes also re ect our desire to incor-porate the modern into “The Greatest Story Ever Told”. We wanted to show certain correlations that blended the past to the present, hopefully helping to depict not just how the societal groups of ancient Jerusalem were then, but how they are now. Nothing on the stage tonight was done by accident. All has been meticulously planned and staged to give you, the audience, a unique and special experience.

As you watch the show, please look for the parrallels between our time and Jesus s own, and try to find your own special connection to the lessons in this story. Thank you and enjoy the show.