Glenbard News for Nov. 11, 2024

In this issue:

• East Theatre to present “The Little Shop of Horrors”
• National School Psychology Week
• Congratulations to boys cross country state medalist
• Congratulations to girls cross country state medalist

East Theatre to present “The Little Shop of Horrors”
The Glenbard East theatre department will present “The Little Shop of Horrors” at 7 p.m. on Nov. 14, 15, and 16 at 1014 S. Main St. in Lombard. Enjoy an unforgettable night of thrilling performances and iconic music as Seymour Krelborn encounters a mysterious and ever-growing plant with a dangerous appetite. This PG-13 show combines humor and suspense for a night of music, dark comedy, and drama that’s sure to entertain.

Synopsis:

In a strange and humble flower shop, shy florist Seymour Krelborn discovers an unusual plant that promises him fame, fortune, and the heart of his beloved Audrey. But as “Audrey II” grows, so do its demands. This horror-comedy musical brings dark humor and high energy, drawing audiences into a twisted tale of ambition, love, and moral dilemmas. 

Tickets are $12 for students and senior citizens and $15 for adults. Tickets are available at this link or by contacting Mary Laird at [email protected]. 

Production Team:

“The Little Shop of Horrors” at Glenbard East is led by director Andrew Bero, with choreography by Alyssa Pavlakis and technical direction by Luc Al-Sakhria. Brandon Catt is the vocal director, and Micki Marin-Bunting oversees hair and makeup design. Joshua Rubin handles sound design; Sean Jaster is the lighting designer; and Kimberley Anderson brings the characters to life with her costume designs. Assistant Director Charlotte Martin, Kat Theusch, and Assistant Stage Manager Adira Garza support this talented team. Serge Dulang is the assistant music director; Owen Voke leads the publicity efforts; and Jilly Gorvett heads production design. Rounding out the team are Sound Crew Head Elias Rose; Lighting Crew Heads Ethan Reinholtz and Lee Tessler; Set Crew Heads Tessa Welninski and Victoria Bustos; Props Crew Heads Madelyn Roecker and Paulina Schwartz; Costume Crew Heads Melissa Jimenez and Tiffany Huels; and Hair and Makeup Crew Head Stephanie Cao. Raymond Siuta is the program designer. 

Cast Highlights:

Everet Poreda stars as Seymour Krelborn alongside Taylor Kowallis as Audrey. McKenna Schanks plays the role of Mrs. Mushnik, with Sydnee Davis, Grace Boddy, and Allie Piña as the lively Ronettes: Ronette, Crystal, and Chiffon, respectively. Makayla Hagenbart portrays Charmaine, and Josiah D’Imperio provides the voice of the infamous Audrey II, which Jordan Carino puppeteers. Rounding out the principal cast, Erik Vazquez plays the manic dentist, Orin. 

Additional Cast:

Other cast members include Olive Turner as Orin’s Patient, Maxx Weinsheim as The DJ, Davonna Dennis as the Skid Row Soloist, Zach Nguyen as the Old Man, RJ Temple as Customer 1, Liv Gomez as Customer 2, and Keira Alcantara as Customer 3. Avery Corral appears as Ms. Martin, Gianna Mitchell as Ms. Luce, Quinn McIntosh as Bernstein, Grae Gannon as Snip, and Jero Valencia Castrillon as the dental hygienist.

Crew Members:

The set crew includes Osman Josue Amador, Abbie Bruce, Jordan Carino, Jero Valencia Castrillon, Kate Eckhart, Caleb Freaney, Cadence De Gala, Isabella Garza, Abby Gronwold, Marvin G. Herrera, Lucia Johnston, Berzain Leal, Lola Pratt, Eddie Solano, Maggie Stringham, Kim Tran, and Herminia Zacatzi. Wheezy Canton Ahlgrim, Sam Apolinar, Trevor Dunham, Leo Luchtman, Desmond McClenahan, Leo McIntosh, John Scott, Eddie Solano, and Beatriz Zacatzi are working on lighting. The sound crew features Crystal Baldarez, Toni D’Imperio, Alexander Ricardo, and Emma Vechiola. The costume crew comprises Carli Johnson, Anya Khan, Giuliana Lorenzini, Jayne Ong, Maxine Iyncey Pascasio, Dayla Powell, Thun Thun, Maria Tolkin, and Elle Turner. Handling props are Bea Bonasorte, Lucy Chavez, Erika Cruz, Madison Johnwick, Susanna Metzinger, and Raymond Siuta. The publicity crew features Erika Cruz and Leila Fofana.

National School Psychology Week
This week is National School Psychology Week. Thank you school psychologists for the important work you do to help students thrive.

Congratulations to boys cross country state medalist
Congratulations to Glenbard South student Tom Jochum on taking second place at the IHSA boys cross country state final tournament. Head coach is Doug Gorski.

Congratulations to girls cross country state medalist
Congratulations to Glenbard West student Alexa Novak on earning a 23rd place medal at the IHSA girls cross country final tournament. Head coach is Paul Hass.