Past Productions

The first two weekends of August 2024 we produced “Getting To Know….Footloose”. This show was set to the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs. Getting to Know... Footloose is about a boy who lost his father, and a father who lost his son. About one teenager inspiring a community to rediscover the joy and freedom dance can bring to their lives.

CREATIVE
Director: Angelica Holguin
Producer/Stage Manager: Analisa Celeste
Music Director: Grace Catherine Politowicz
Choreographers: Analisa Celeste, Farrell Kuhn, Marisa Heckler
Tech Director: Noah Hall
Production Interns: Ana Franco, Angelina Lara
Tech Crew: Paul Boeckelmann
Costume Designers: Analisa Celeste, Angelica Holguin
Prop Coordinators: Angelina Lara, Ana Franco, Analisa Celeste
Lighting Design: Noah Hall, Analisa Celeste
Dance Captain: Marisa Heckler

CAST
Ren McCormack - Renzo Vicente
Rev. Shaw Moore - Malachi Goldsmith
Ariel Moore - Lillian Sullivan
Willard - Henry Ward
Rusty - Analisa Celeste
Vi Moore - Grace Politowicz
Ethel McCormack - Kelly Gimmler
Chuck Cranston - Gray Thomas
Urleen - Rachel Schneider
Wendy Jo - Rika Nakane
Cowboy Bob/Travis/Jeter - Nick LeMaster
Betty Blast/Featured Dancer - Marisa Heckler
Lulu Warnicker/Featured Dancer - Corri Rogan
Principal Clark/Featured Dancer - Mia Pidlaoan
Wes Warnicker - Ian Robleza
Coach Dunbar - Dee Davilla

From March 16th to 31st 2024, our talented cast brought to life this unforgettable show, navigating the complexities of burgeoning sexuality, societal repression, and the painful awakening to adulthood. From the haunting melodies of "The Dark I Know Well" to the raw energy of "Totally Fucked," each moment resonated with emotion and authenticity. With stunning choreography, evocative staging, and a powerful score that pulsated with energy, audiences were transported to a world where passion and rebellion collide.

CREATIVE
Director: Tiger Khokunthod
Assistant Director/Stage Manager: Analisa Celeste
Music Director: Brady McNeil
Choreographer: Marisa Heckler

Tech Director: Tiger Khokunthod
Costumes/Props Coordinator: Analisa Celeste
Dance Captain: Valarie Cambron
Vocal Captain: Isabella Isherwood
Fight Choreographer: RJ Cecott
Sound Engineer: Tim May, Marisa Heckler
Conductor/Keyboard: Brady McNeil
Guitars: Tiger Khokunthod
Bass: Marisa Bellie
Drums: Jami Hockensmith
Cello: Michelle Akin
Violin/Guitar: Emma Leland
Photographer: Denis Vorobyev

From March 16th to 25th 2023, we produced our first production of 2023, "Tick, Tick… Boom" at Judson University in Elgin. This musical written by the late Jonathan Larson (Rent) recently came into popularity due to the successful film adaptation and we just had to produce it! This was an extremely fun, down-to-earth show that truly showcases the importance of being known and loved in this world.

CREATIVE
Director/Choreographer: Marquis Bundy
Assistant Director/Vocal Director: Henry Allan
Band Director/Piano: Julie Marie Boettcher
Producer/Tech: Tiger Khokunthod

CAST
Jon: Henry Allan
Michael: Denis Vorobyev
Susan: Delaney Sterling
Michael U/S: Russell Badalamenti
Susan U/S: Jessica Falco

BAND
Band Director/Piano: Julie Marie Boettcher
Bass/Drums: Sachio Nang
Bass: Andrew Moreno
Guitar: Louis Falbo
Drums: Mike Petrie
Drums: John McCreary

From October 21st to 30th 2022, we produced our 2nd musical, "Little Women" at First United Methodist Church in Elgin. This musical was so very special with an incredible cast of ten and an incredible creative team. 5 incredible shows along with a last-minute put-in from our Stage Manager, Analisa as Meg on our final evening, this show simply astonishing.

CREATIVE
Director: Marisa Heckler
Music Director: Henry Allan
Stage Manager: Analisa Montalvo
Producer: Tiger Khokunthod

CAST
Jo March: Bethany Barber
Professor Bhaer: Marquis Bundy
Amy March: Courtney San Pedro
Meg March: Grace Politowicz
Beth March: Julie Boettcher
Marmee March: Cortney Jo Newby
Laurie Laurence: John Delaney
Aunt March: Elaine Battaglia
Mr. John Brooke: Denis Vorobyev
Mr. Laurence: Russel Badalamenti

On August 26th 2022, we produced "New Beginnings": A Musical Theatre Cabaret! This was a fantastic night of sharing stories of change and growth. This was such a moving performance and we were able to also raise money for our upcoming performance of "Little Women".

Director: Tiger Khokunthod
Producer: Analisa Montalvo
Stage Manager: Emma Gerrits
FOH Engineer: Trey Lehman
Lighting/Graphics: Mario Torres

Cast:
Jessica Windischman
Daniel Cramer
Eva Wojcik
Marina Menconi
Marquis Bundy
Karla Serrato
Justin Davis
Gabrielle Urbina
Branden Benskin
Julie Boettcher
Kate Urosevich
Giovanna Diaz
Sebastian Rivera
Richard Swierzewski

Special Thanks to Bethany Newman for these incredible pictures!

Come sing about love. On March 24th-26th 2022, we put on our production of "Godspell" at the Elgin Art Showcase. This was our very first, live musical and we could not be happier with the outcome. An incredible cast of 10, each one of these actors put on 4 incredible shows. We are incredibly thankful for each and everyone one of them and can't wait for the future of this organization because of the incredible foundation they have laid! Licensed through MTI.

Director/Music Director: Tiger Khokunthod
Assistant Director/Choreographer: Marisa Heckler

Christopher Place - Jesus
Jeffy Abraham - John/Judas
Julie Lange - Lindsay
Henry Allan - George
Katherine Vazquez - Anna Maria
Daniel Cramer - Nick
Elaine Battaglia - Uzo
Marquis Bundy - Telly
Angie Holguin - Celisse
Analisa Celeste - Morgan

Special thanks to the Elgin Art Showcase for hosting us.

I and this mystery, here we stand. On March 25th-27th 2021, we produced our very first theatrical production "I and You". Even though we had limited seating, we were able to showcase the show to people through the internet. What an incredible show this was, being able to share the importance of relationships and sacrifice in friendships.

Director: Daniel Cramer
Producer: Tiger Khokunthod
Stage Manager: Anaiah Wilson-Poston
Assistant: Noemi Miklos

Anthony: Steven Moerschel
Caroline: Carista Ritchie

Special thanks to Robert Carr, Sebastian Torres, Eva Wojcik for helping us setup and Side Street Studio Arts for hosting us.