Bandstand Beat — Sept.16–Oct. 9, 2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

World Premiere

It's 1965 and the very popular dance party show Bandstand Beat, hosted by none other than the ever-charming, ever-young Sonny Sparks, celebrates its 15th year on TV with a live broadcast featuring the magical music that defined and shaped the 1950s and early '60s. Join the fun — Free dance lessons before each show!

Starring: James Creer as Sonny Sparks

"Tabard…exceptional plays…exceptional actors. First class entertainment. We applaud you...."
—Jack & Sally Stallard, Tabard subscribers & donors

Supported, in part, by a Cultural Affairs grant from the City of San Jose.

Designated Charity for Bandstand Beat: Alzheimer's Association

PERFORMERS
Starring James Creer "Sonny Sparks" with
	FEMALE VOCALISTS		MALE VOCALISTS
	Jessica Golden		Mike Amaral
	Anaseini Katoa		Jim Gray
	Diane Milo		Will Perez
	Tracy Perrilliat
ENSEMBLE 6-10
	ADULTS		YOUNG TEENS
		Nathan Lindley	Emily Goes
		James Pierce	Annie Hunt
		Hayley Thirwall	Ali Molaei
		Sarah Vogel	Nicolas Sancen
			Logan Stevens
			Bella Wilcox
"STAGE MANAGER"
	Jean Marie (JM) Perchalski
BAND
	Piano		Kevin McCullough
	Bass		Adam Martinez
	Bass		Sarah Zoobi
	Drums		Dillon Vado
	Sax		Jerry Holmes
	Sax		Paul Riccobono
	Guitar		Chris Main
PRODUCTION STAFF
	Director		Cathy Cassetta
	Asst. Director/Choreographer		Dorene O'Malley
	Music Director		Kevin McCullough
	Arranger		John Leslie
	Vocal Director		Diane Milo
	Choreographer		Charlotte Self
	Technical Director		Joe Cassetta
	Asst. Tech. Director		John Palmer
	Stage Manager		Diana Turner
	Asst Stage Manager		Barbara Sancen
	Set Design Consultant		Gerald Carter
	Lighting Designer		Beric Dunn
	Sound Designer		John DiLoreto
	Costume Designer		Marilyn Watts
	Tabard box office		Marilyn Watts

 

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The Story of My Life— Oct. 28—Nov. 20, 2011

Music & Lyrics by Neil Bartram • Book by Brian

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

South Bay Premiere

Meet Alvin and Thomas, buddies since kindergarten. Watch the bond between them grow and change, profoundly defining their lives, in this soaring tribute to the power of friendship.

Starring Kevin Kirby & Tim Reynolds

"a heartfelt little musical ... sweet-tempered, low-key...."
—Michael Kuchwara, The Associated Press

Supported, in part, by a Cultural Affairs grant from the City of San Jose.

Designated Charity for The Story of My Life:

PERFORMERS
	Kevin Kirby	Alvin
	Tim Reynolds	Thomas
BAND
	Piano	Michael Johnson
	Woodwinds	Ande Jacobson
	Cello	Peggy Liu
PRODUCTION STAFF
	Producer	Cathy Cassetta
	Director/Vocal Director	Diane Milo
	Asst. Director	Lori Basuino
	Music Director	Michael Johnson
	Choreographer	Tyler Risk
	Technical Director	Joe Cassetta
	Asst. Tech. Director/Sound Designer	John Palmer
	Stage Manager	Barbara Sancen
	Co-Stage Manager	Ashley Soria
	Set Design Consultant	Gerald Carter
	Lighting Designer	Beric Dunn
	Costume Designer	Marilyn Watts
	Tabard box office	Marilyn Watts

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It's A Wonderful Life— Dec. 2–18, 2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A Holiday Treasure
Adapted by Joe Landry from the screenplay by Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett, Frank Capra, and Jo Swerling

Enjoy a different aspect of live theatre as this American holiday icon is staged as a 1940s radio play, complete with all sound effects performed in front of the "studio" audience. Find out why the life of one decent man, George Bailey, has such a tremendous impact on every resident in Bedford Falls, as well as on an angel-in-training named Clarence.

Starring Ron Packard & Karen De Hart as George & Mary

"Outstanding! It's a wonderful night. Bringing new meaning and fantastic new sound to the heartwarming story of good will and good cheer in the face of adversity. Don't forget to put this inspiring show on your holiday To-Do list."
—KPBS, San Diego

Supported, in part, by a Cultural Affairs grant from the City of San Jose.

Designated Charity for: It's a Wonderful Life Christmas in the Park

PERFORMERS
	Karen DeHart	Sally Applewhite
	Craig S. Engen	Freddie Filmore
	Kurt Gravenhorst	Harry "Jazzbo" Heywood
	Jeremy Harris	Piano
	Jason Minsky	Stage Manager/SFX
	Ron Packard	Jake Laurents
	Steve Schneickert
	Irene Trapp	Lana Sherwood
	Christine Wait
PRODUCTION STAFF
	Director	Cathy Cassetta
	Asst. Director/Choreographer	Dorene O'Malley
	Music Director	Jeremy Harris
	Technical Director	Joe Cassetta
	Asst. Tech. Director	John Palmer
	Stage Manager	Diana Turner
	Co-Stage Manager	Dorene O'Malley
	Set Design Consultant	Gerald Carter
	Lighting Designer	Beric Dunn
	Sound Designer	John DiLoreto
	Costume Designer	Marilyn Watts
	Tabard box office	Marilyn Watts

 

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Crossing Delancey— Jan. 27–Feb. 19, 2012

 

Written by Susan Sandler

So, do yourself a mitzvah: Come to New York's Lower East Side, visit with Izzy, sit a spell with her Bubbie (grandmother) in this romantic comedy as Izzy yearns to trade her traditional Jewish upbringing for the slick glamour of Manhattan's literary scene. Learn from Bubbie's old-world wisdom as she encourages Izzy to find real happiness by choosing a nice pickle salesman from the neighborhood over a sophisticated author. L'chaim!
Starring Beverley Griffith as Bubbie.

"An amusing romance that tells its unpretentious story believably, rarely trying to make its gag lines, of which there are many, upstage its narration or outshine its heart."
—The New York Times

Supported, in part, by a Cultural Affairs grant from the City of San Jose.

Designated charity for Jewish Community Center (JCC)

CAST
	Tyler	Toby Cordone
	Bubbie	Beverley Griffith
	Hannah	Nora Rousso
	Sam	Steve Shapiro
	Izzy	Becky Wallace
PRODUCTION STAFF
	Producer, Director	Cathy Cassetta
	Asst. Dir./SM	Dorene O'Malley
	Tech Director	Joe Cassetta
	Asst. Tech Dir.; Sound Designer	John Palmer
	Co-Stage Manager	Ashley Soria
	Costumes	Marilyn Watts
	Set	Gerald Carter
	Lights	Beric Dunn
	Tabard box office	Marilyn Watts

 

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Tin Pan Alley Rag — March 30–April 22, 2012

 

 

By Mark Saltzman
Music and Lyrics by Scott Joplin and Irving Berlin

Glorious, toe-tapping music introduces you to two of America's favorite and influential composers—Scott Joplin, grandson of a slave, and Irving Berlin, son of immigrant Russian Jews—in this tuneful journey intertwining their lives and aspirations. Joplin's grail of artistic success encounters Berlin's commercial success in this imaginative meeting of the King of Ragtime and the Titan of Tin Pan Alley.

Starring James Creer as Scott Joplin & Ben D'Angelo as Irving Berlin

"Glorious music, vibrant and lively."
— Los Angeles Times

Supported, in part, by a Cultural Affairs grant from the City of San Jose.

Designated Charity for Vivace Youth Chorus Scholarship Fund www.vivaceyouthchorus.org

PERFORMERS
Starring James Creer as Scott Joplin and Ben D'Angelo as Irving Berlin with
	Joe Colletti	Anaseini Katoa
	Everett Dailey	Keith Pennings
	Eddie Gilbert	JM Perchalski
	Jessica Golden	Tracy Perrilliat
	Ronnie Grigsby	Sarah Vogel
	Mike Hanlon	Yhá Mourhia D. Wright
MUSICIANS
	Karen Adkins
	Steve Adkins
	Robert Wylie
	Ande Jacobson
PRODUCTION STAFF
	Producer	Cathy Cassetta
	Director/Vocal Director	Diane Milo
	Ass't. Director	Lori Basuino
	Music Director	Karen Adkins
	Choreographer	Debra J. Crenshaw
	Ass't. to Choreo/Dance Captain	Sarah Vogel
	Technical Director	Joe Cassetta
	Ass't. Tech. Director/Sound	John Palmer
	Stage Manager	Diana Turner
	Stage Manager	Ashley Soria
	Scenic Artist	Migi Oey
	Lights	Beric Dunn
	Costumes	Scarlett Kellum