Sam is twelve years old and attends the Jones Gordon Middle School. The most bold, handsome, and influential knight in the kingdom - and he knows it. The role of Dauntless is a first for Stephen. Ensemble – 10 additional performers to portray additional characters, perform in all group numbers, and serve as swings/understudies for the above roles. Location: John Barton Payne Building 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton, VA. Fauquier Community Theatre has chosen the musical Once Upon a Mattress as their annual youth production for a cast of ages 8-18.
She hopes to be able to do this again and is so thankful for this opportunity. "Very Soft Shoes" - Jester. She immediately charms Dauntless, Studley, the knights and most of the kingdom. Lady Mabelle: Kaspar O'Neill. Every background character is important and helps make the show amazing, not only that but helping backstage is also a big thing that makes a huge difference, in the show, and in how you demonstrate responsibility. And the show itself? Lucille, Lady-in-Waiting... Rebecca O'Donnell. You can buy this artwork and use it for your own production of "Once Upon a Mattress" click here. The cast of each show is not just a cast; it's a family. Once Upon A Mattress Character Descriptions - …. The production was directed by Tony Award-winning director Kathleen Marshall.
And he is head over heels in love with Lady Larken. Once Upon A Mattress Original Broadway Cast Recording. CHARACTERS in order of Appearance. And as Lady Larkin, while Shani Wallis does a good job, she can't compare to a 20 year old Bernadette Peters. Casey Rush, Director of MDI Drama. Nightingale of Samarkand (Very high soprano or whistling role). Outside of theater, Shannon enjoys clothes design, piano and working with watercolors and oils. Acting is one of my favorite things to do. Interesting, some of the audience have been asking, "who is that lovely girl in white. " Queen's Henchman and thinks of all the Princess' tests. My experience has been amazing and I've loved working with many wonderful people. Character: The King (Sextimus).
Once Upon A Mattress is based on the famous fairy tale, The Princess and the Pea. It seems that no one is good enough to marry Prince Dauntless. "Sir Harry's the father and I'm in love with him. However, she has managed to sabotage every princess that come along. Though Lady Larken says that she will run away so he will never have to face embarrassment and the loss of his station, Sir Harry decides that he will set out to find a princess himself. She consults the Wizard and together they decide on the the sensitivity test - a pea is placed beneath twenty mattresses and the Queen decrees that if Princess Winnifred cannot sleep she will prove her royal birth. In his position and basically obeys all of the Queen's orders. The princess in the story is not the first girl tested to see if she was worthy of marrying Prince Dauntless the Drab—she was one of 13 girls.
He returns with Princess Winnifred of the swamp, who Dauntless falls for immediately. Burnett shows that, even in her '70s, she's still a performer to be reckoned with, delivering the rather disturbing number "That Baby of Mine" with the hip-swiveling conviction of a burlesque dancer. It's tough to imagine any mattress action with this prince but Mai makes her character so lively, bright and assertive that we assume Winnifred knows the right self-help book to mold her frog — er, prince — into a man. King Sextimus has been struck dumb by a witch's curse and is condemned not to speak again until "the mouse devours the hawk! " Once Upon a Mattress Music by Mary Rogers; Lyrics by Marshall Barer; Book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. A Musical (Comedy) in 2 Acts, a Prologue and 17 Scenes. Emily - A Chambermaid. A member of the court. Character: Lady Rowena. Join the fun and don't be shy! At the final curtain, we discover that the Princess was unable to sleep because the Jest has placed under the top mattress his lute, a helmet, a large spiked ball, some livestock and some old armour.
For the other versions, see Once Upon a Mattress (disambiguation). And although the actors are young, says Director Valerie Karasek, their achievements on stage are way beyond their years. Once Upon a Mattress also requires a very large cast, with 8M, 4W, and a chorus of knights, stewards, maids and servants. Rousseau said it's a bit difficult acting like a tomboy when, in real life, she's a ballerina. Lyrics by Marshall Barer. They are low in difficulty, high energy, and feature personality and acting ability. Episode aired Dec 18, 2005. However, every petitioning princess is sent away after failing unfair tests devised by the Queen. Off stage he has proved to be a bit of joker, always telling jokes to members of the cast. While studying a fairytale, she complains about how other fairy tale princesses had it easy and how she wants to live "Happily Ever After". Dauntless is heartbroken until Winnifred drowsily stumbles into the throne room while still counting sheep. Sir Luce, 3rd Knight... Gus DenDanto.
It wouldn't be surprise if she became a fashion designer someday. Nakoa has performed in DBFRT's plays for the past two years in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory as Mr. Bucket, Seussical and Beauty and the Beast. The Queen hopes that Winnifred will tire herself, but the plan fails. 1st Knight: Travis Wisner. "You hear about high-school students, but middle-schoolers can act well, too. When the theater produced WILLIE WONKA, Brianna took on the role of one of the old grandparents. It would be considered an asset for the performer playing the role of the Jester to be able to juggle. 3rd Lady... Morgan Thurston. Last year, Shannon played the Wardrobe in "Beauty and the Beast. "
Payton loves spending time with the cast and has made many great friends! And I like to feel like it's me and the minstrel that make the happily-ever-after ending happen. The King is a loving father and a kind man, beloved by his subjects, and friendly with his employees (the Jester and the Minstrel). Synthesizer... Sophia Krevans. Meanwhile, Winnifred tells Dauntless and the ladies in waiting about her home in the swamp and meets the King, and they immediately like each other. He petitions the Queen who immediately says no, but when Dauntless manages to speak up and beg, she gives in. This Minstrel is more crooner or follies headliner, than a renaissance singer. Puff- Queen's pet Dragon. In the story, Prince Dauntless wants to marry a princess, and Princess Winnifred is the 13th hopeful. Besides being lovely to look at, her smile is inspiring, Calina is a talented actress with sensitive insights into playing character roles. "He's the typical mama's boy, not used to acting around the ladies, " said Scudder. He auditioned for this part because, he said, "I can be good at acting evil and overdramatic. All auditions, rehearsals, and performances at the Gallery Players, 199 14th Street, Brooklyn.
Later that night, the Queen throws a ball so Winnifred can dance the most exhausting dance in the world, "The Spanish Panic". Nathan has several lines in the play which he delivers with great style. The Minstrel sings of the Princess and the Pea, though he knows the true tale because he was there when it happened. Of course, all ends happily and the Queen is punished. "Many Moons Ago" - Minstrel. Running Crew... Mea Clark, Luke Krebs, Lyle Gilpatrick, Paige Speight, Phoebe Dean, Isabel Erickson, Kyle Orr, Linnea Erickson, Jeb Innes, Lance Bishop and Jason Goodrich. Ever since her first role as "Mrs. Bucket" in Willy Wonka at Don Bluth Front Row Theater, Marissa has completely fallen in love with theater, and wishes to continue to do theater for as long as she can. "She's your typical damsel in distress and a pregnant lady in waiting, " explained Cavalheri.
AS FOR HER young thespians, Karasek called them "a director's dream because, through the rehearsal process and a commitment to the material, they've learned to understand the importance of comedic timing and have mastered this technique. He will be loyal to whoever has the power. Luckily, Sir Harry is able to find an amazing princess, Winnifred the Woebegone. Some other things that I enjoy are drawing, art, playing my instrument, and reading. Trumpet... Sean Cox, Emily Dunbar. The King discovers Larken's pregnancy and pantomimes this to his confidantes, the Minstrel and the Jester.
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Pulling again from the new album, the fresh funk of "Lost Myself" shifted the mood from ethereal spin to swagger stride and the dance party was back on. Enjoy and be inspired! Guests must wear their masks when lined up in front of the venue, while being escorted to their table and when exiting the venue. The second cover of the set came in the form of "Man in Me, " a Bob Dylan cover from Mr. Zimmerman's 1970 release New Morning, that also appears on Krasno's Always. Stick around at the end for The Music Cellar x Music Right campaign, an effort to raise funds for youth music education. King Kool & the Gang The Leaves Lettuce Little Milton Muddy Waters Tom Petty Robert Randolph & The Family Band Smokey Robinson & The Miracles Sly & the Family Stone Steely Dan Tears for Fears Rufus Thomas Stevie Wonder. Our newsletters bring you a closer look at the stories that affect you and the music that inspires you. Griz & Eric Krasno - Gotta Push On. Thumbnail photo: Aaron Bradley for Suwannee Hulaween. More... - Less... 1374 W Peachtree St NW. Dave Matthews Band Welcomes Celisse & Eric Krasno, Presents Drone Light Show At The Gorge [Videos].
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On his 2021 fourth full-length solo offering Always, he defines himself as not only an artist, but also as a husband, father, and man across these ten tracks with inimitable instrumentation, eloquent songcraft, and raw honesty. For the encore, Krasno welcomed Son Little back to close out the evening with a one-two punch. Co-founder of Soulive, co-founder and former guitarist of Lettuce, Kraz was in the Bay Area in late September for a quick run with E3- (Eric Krasno Trio)Read more. Orders WILL NOT be taken at the bar. Son Little - 'Blue Magic' Remix.
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With a meandering path, this soulful tune had the room swaying, looped in on the group spiritual ascension. The Peach Music Festival 2022 Lineup: Trey Anastasio Band, Billy Strings, Black Crowes, Goose, JRAD, The Word, More. The set got going with the funk fest that is "Good Thing" off of the new record. Aaron Neville - Apache (Producer/Songwriter Full Album). As the Global Pandemic irrevocably changed the world's plans, he found himself thinking a lot and writing just as much. They are not allowed to visit your table and you're not allowed to visit their table.
He has joined several prolific artists on stage as lead guitarist, including Stevie Wonde and Dave Matthews, and finally released his debut solo album Reminisce, in 2010. It was also great to realize that only five of the ten tracks of the new album were played, leaving plenty more for tour stops to come and giving way to the promise of an evolving setlist for this tour rather than a canned event night after night. Allman's career has arced over the last two decades to include millions of miles logged touring the world in several iterations like Honeytribe, Royal Southern Brotherhood (with Cyril Neville of The Neville Brothers and The Meters), and The Allman Betts Band. We're glad to have you back!