The Complete Listing of Awards and Honorable Mentions can be found on the 5Th Avenue’s Website or clicking here on this link:awards.
Outstanding Overall Musical Production:
Kamiak High School, The Pajama Game
Outstanding Direction:
Hanford High School, Lucky Stiff
Outstanding Music Direction
University High School, Sweeney Todd
Outstanding Choreography
Roosevelt High School, White Christmas
Outstanding Orchestra
Roosevelt High School, White Christmas
Outstanding Scenic Design
Lewis and Clark High School, Guys and Dolls
Outstanding Lighting Design
Liberty High School, Into the Woods
Outstanding Costume Design
Lake Stevens High School, The Mikado
Outstanding Hair and Make-Up Design
Lake Stevens High School, The Mikado
Outstanding Stage Crew
Kamiak High School, The Pajama Game
Outstanding Lobby Display
Nooksack Valley High School, The Wizard of Oz
Outstanding Program Design
Wenatchee High School, The King and I
Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role
Tori Gresham as Natalie Haller, Eisenhower High School, All Shook Up
Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role
Dalin Tipton as Huck Finn, North Central High School, Big River
Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role
Sarah Russell as Evillene, Mt. Rainier High School, The Wiz
Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
Henry Nettleton as Aaron Fox, Bellarmine Preparatory School, Curtains
Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Featured Ensemble Role
Olivia Hartshorn as Wardrobe, HM Jackson High School, Beauty and the Beast
Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Featured Ensemble Role
Spencer Brame as Man #1, Surly Lorry Driver, Man on Train, French Emcee, Hanford High School, Lucky Stiff
Outstanding Performance by a Chorus
University High School, Sweeney Todd
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble Group
Gig Harbor High School, Kiss Me Kate, The Two Gangsters
Outstanding Performance by an Actor or Actress in a Non-Singing Role
Ryan Woodyard as Douglas Panch, Mountlake Terrace High School, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble Cast
Liberty High School, Into the Woods
Special Honors: Educational Impact
Eisenhower High School, All Shook Up
Lynden Christian High School, Aida
Stanwood High School, The Wedding Singer
Special Honors: Student Achievement
AC Davis High School, Lynn Walters
Ballard High School, Olivia Tschider
Bethel High School, Janae Gilmore
Bremerton High School, Stephanie Canton
Bonney Lake High School, Tyler Rogers
Curtis High School, James Carey
Edmonds Homeschool Resource Center, Katherine Clarke-Johnson
Kamiak High School, Aaron Alonso
Kentridge High School, Andrew Swan
Lynden Christian High School, Kevin DallaSanta
Mt. Rainier High School, Sarah Russell
The Overlake School, Scott Heiner
West Valley High School, Renae Weedin
W.F. West High School, Samantha Myer
We are first introduced to Terry Kyle Morris, played by Chance Eldridge, a writer who has just completed his screenplay, “A Season of Longing,” a multi-faceted emotional journey through love and life. His excitement is tangible and he envisions, and we get a glimpse of, the love and loss of the characters in his epic story. Eager to see this dream on the silver screen, Morris contacts his agent, Max, played by Gavin Dunne-Marble, to get feedback from him, including whether or not he’s got a hit with this screenplay. Max, a tow truck driver who moonlights as an agent, expresses his elation with the screenplay and immediately goes to work getting it in the hands of his “connections.”
A few months later, Morris learns that a production company has picked up his screenplay and that his dreams may be a reality soon, as they intend to produce the film. A thrilled Morris moves out to California to watch his dreams come true.
Those dreams are soon shattered as Morris learns that the production company has ideas of turning this heartwarming love story into a zombie flick including a title change to, “The Craving.” Not only is he pushed into signing the contract without so much as a review, he then watches his vision crumble before him as his screenplay is ripped apart and cast with a dysfunctional and somewhat inept crew. Morris finally reaches his breaking point and has a meltdown, even pulling a gun, albeit unloaded, on the director.
When the movie is finally said and done, the credit goes to Morris, the critics hate the film, but “The Craving” is a smashing success at the box office! Sequel, anyone?
The Cast
Chance Eldridge (Terry Kyle Morris) – An inspired selection for the role of Terry Kyle Morris, Eldridge is able to capture both the mild-mannered and the crazed side of this character. His lines were delivered with ease and it’s easy for the audience to keep engaged with the story through his eyes.
Gavin Dunne-Marble(Max) – Even with clever lines, if they’re not delivered appropriately, the humor is lost. Such was not the case here, as Dunne-Marble executed his lines with wit and hilarity. His costume was definitely my favorite, truly fitting of the part!
Keenan Uriu(Jamie) – Truly able to capture the true schmoozer persona, Uriu was a genuine delight to watch! His line delivery was spot-on and his stage presence was outstanding.
Adelaide Leroy(Janine) – This was another role where timing and expression are everything. Leroy met the challenge and truly excelled in this role!
Clarice Bayne (Emma) – Such a spectrum of emotions required for this role and Bayne was right on cue with every one of them!
Ruby Mercier (Ally) – This seemed like a particularly fun role, mostly because Mercier was so enjoyable to watch and so believable. She delivered an exceptional performance.
Kate Bourque (Kat) – A very diverse actor in a role very different from the Agatha Christie production last fall. Versatility is a quality that actors must embrace and Bourque has proven she can take on any role.
Gaia Castelli(Magdalena) – Very entertaining, Castelli simply radiated this part!
Sam Magley(Hank) – A remarkable and very entertaining performance given by Magley, he maintained his character and made this character a fun piece of this production.
Skye Thompson (Tasha)- Thompson was charming and amusing in this production. This role was a good fit for her and she performed it effortlessly!
This production is full of clever lines, powerful acting, and hilarious sequences! You will enjoy every moment of it!
Although the official reviewer is off camping and will have something in soon, I just wanted everyone to mark their calendar for next weekend so as to find time to see this show among all the graduations and ceremonies. The Craving by Don Zolidis is a very funny show put on by some very talented students from Everett High School under the direction of Paula Antonevich. They do a good job at drawing you into their story, which as the program says is “a complex emotional journey….with zombies“. Kudos to the cast and tech crew for making this work in a 3/4 thrust format. You won’t come away with any new insights into life, but you will leave with a smile on your face. Good Entertainment.
Show times: Friday June 4th – 7pm Saturday June 5th – 7pm Sunday June 6th – 2pm. Doors open 30 minutes before shows, with cookies, mentos and water in the lobby for sale.
Images, Photo books and Video DVD on sale in lobby or online. Click on image below to view and purchase items from The Craving.
Everett High School Drama Club will be presenting “The Craving” by Don Zolidis May 28 and 29, June 4 and 5 at 7:00, and June 6 at 2:00. All performances are in the EHS Little Theater.
The play synopsis:
Screenwriter Terry Kyle Morris has just written his first screenplay, a heartwarming emotional journey. His dreams are answered when a big Hollywood studio decides to produce it, but the dream turns into a nightmare as they transform his beautiful script into a zombie slasher flick.
After a full day of work or school, sitting down in a nice comfortable seat and watching high school teenagers perform The Pajama Game is a nice way to wind down. The Kamiak Drama students did a wonderful job in recreating the 1954 musical with Sabrina Otness and Rory Eaden casted as the main characters, Sid and Babe. Although the actors are trying to gain a 7 ½ cent raise at their pajama factory, they were successful in casting a spell. I was entranced and intrigued by Hernando’s Hideaway and true to the song, “All you see are silhouettes, and all you hear are castanets.” All actors held flashlights underneath their chins when they sang and the effect was chilling. All scenes made me shiver, laugh, smile and smack my forehead because of the mistakes the characters endured. Everything was wonderful (especially the tones in which the lines were cast out to the audience), and I highly enjoyed watching until the very end. Not to give credit only to the actors the stage directions, the lighting, the curtain release and stage sets were all made and done to perfection. This drama crew definitely earned their 7 ½ cent raise. Review by Courttani Skurok
Reviewed by Mindee Viscalla / Photos by Ed Viscalla
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“The Music Man” is the classic musical story of a shady salesman, Professor Harold Hill, played by David Jorgensen, who takes his scam to River City, Iowa. Hill asserts that to protect the innocence of the youth in the town, extracurricular activities are needed for them to have a way to spend their time. Hill claims that that town needs a boys band and plans to swindle the unsuspecting citizens out of their money in exchange for promises of band instruments, uniforms, and instruction.
Some of the citizens are not so believing though, including Mayor Shinn, played by Daniel Beech, and local librarian Marian Paroo, played by Anne Burdette. Hill works his magic on the townspeople though eventually winning over the librarian. Unable to keep up the charade by the end though, Hill is exposed by a fellow salesman on a mission to save the good name of salesmen everywhere. When all is said and done, Hill keeps his promise for musical instruments, uniforms, and even music!
This was one of the finest musical productions I’ve seen! The music was spot on, the acting was above bar, and the presentation was so captivating! These actors are talented. Everything from the set, to the lighting, to the use of the stage (really spreading out and utilizing the space), to the musicians, to the actors, the singing, the dancing – this was such a fantastic production! I left the theater humming these classic songs like, “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “’Til There Was You,” and even, “Pick-a-Little, Talk-a-Little” and still laughing at the comedic lines scattered throughout the production.
David Jorgensen (Harold) – such a perfect casting decision here. David was so believable as the smooth-talking salesman with exquisite line delivery and impressive vocals! The most remarkable display of his talent, in my opinion, was during the “Marian the Librarian” piece. He combined acting, comedy, dancing and singing in what was a truly delightful number.
Anne Burdette (Marian) – what a beautiful voice! Anne truly belongs on stage. She was so wonderful interacting with the younger members of the cast as well and she shined in her solos and monologues.
Daniel Beech (Mayor Shinn) – very entertaining and apt comedic timing.
Drew Hale, Hans Jorgensen, Jordan Laurenzo, Alex Shore (Quartet) – This quartet is so truly talented! They were reminiscent of the stone bust quartet from Disney’s, “The Haunted Mansion.” No just entertaining, they were flat out impressive on the many a capella pieces they had to perform. When on stage, they stole the spotlight!
Brook Stack (Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn) – what a riot! Stack epitomized the character of the Mayor’s wife. She was by far one of the most entertaining characters and completely embodied Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn to the fullest extent. Truly well done!
The entire ensemble was absolutely pristine in their presentation. Kudos go not only to the cast members, but also to the choreographer for sketching out such appropriate and enthralling routines.
One of the things that impressed me most in this presentation was the use of younger actors. Rather than have High School-age people play the children in the show, the drama department leveraged some of the talent from local Middle and Elementary Schools (and from some of the cast members’ families…) in bringing the characters of Amaryllis and Winthrop to the stage. Amaryllis, played by Freja Jorgensen was charming, especially in her “cross-over” piece on the piano, while Winthrop, played by Matthew Wiles, was enchanting in this extraordinary performance.
Of course, one can’t compliment the show without acknowledging and complimenting the talented musical ensemble. They were right on in their cues, and truly helped the rest of the cast look good.
This family-friendly, funny, musical, captivating show is a must-see. The quality of the singing and dancing is superb! I just may go back for an encore performance…
Reviewed by Victoria Nishimoto and Kylie Bennett (synopsis by Mindee Viscalla)
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This classic fairytale is every bit as enchanting as the Disney cartoon! Following the same storyline, the show opens as we are introduced to Belle, played by Erika VanHorne, who with her father, Maurice, played by Chris Steckler, move to a small town where roles for men and women are very defined and very traditional. Belle breaks the mold, but catches the eye of local hunk, Gaston, played by Greg Shogren, much to the chagrin of the other girls in town who are in love with Gaston.
As Maurice heads out for a short journey, he is caught in a storm and attacked by wolves but finds sanctuary in what appears to be an old abandoned castle. He is taken in from the storm by castle residents Lumiere, played by Jay Reum, and Cogsworth, played by Matthew Pyles. Knowing the master of the castle would not be pleased to find a visitor in his home, they quietly care for Maurice. The master, Beast, played by Erik Hasstedt, does learn of the visitor and quickly imprisons his “guest” for trespassing.
Meanwhile, Belle begins to worry when her father doesn’t return and sets out to find him. Eventually locating him at the castle, the Beast makes a deal with her to exchange her freedom for her father’s. Belle accepts and her father is released while Belle is escorted to her quarters. While Maurice heads back to town to rally the troops to go to the castle to save her daughter, Belle finds herself in a castle bewitched by a spell. The servants have all been turned into objects, everything from a wardrobe to a teacup. As the days pass, she finds herself intrigued with the Beast and wanting to learn more about him. Likewise, the Beast alters his habits to be more respectful of his guest. Gradually, love sparks between them, though neither of them realize it.
Though Maurice is frantic about his daughter’s situation, the townspeople all consider him crazy as he spouts stories of a beast in a castle. This gets Gaston to thinking about how can he leverage Maurice’s mental instability to his advantage and comes to the conclusion to put Maurice’s sanity on trial.
Back at the castle, Belle is introduced to a magic mirror and, after checking on her father, learns of his predicament. Beast, realizing Belle’s concern for her father, recognizes his love for her and releases her. Belle takes the magic mirror with her and shows the town the Beast. The mobs form and with their torches and pitchforks make their way to the castle to kill the Beast but underestimate the Beast’s army of servants.
When all is said and done, Gaston mortally wounds Beast before being dragged off by castle servants. Belle sees the Beast fall and rushes to his side and confesses her love to him. This love is enough to break the magic spell and not only bring the Beast back to life, but bring him back as a man. “And they lived happily ever after.”
Erika VanHorne (Belle) – VanHorne gave a lovely, believable performance, delivering her lines and vocals with emotion and clarity. Throughout the play, she remained true to her character while connecting with her audience and fellow actors. VanHorne seemed to light up the stage every time she opened her mouth to sing.
TK Kapelak (Lefou) – Overflowing with humor and enthusiasm, Kapelak displayed a stupendous rendition of Lefou. Everything about Kapelak screamed Lefou, and through his vocals and acting, he truly became his character.
Keaton Hambrecht, Sarah McGrath, Erika Naficy, Danielle Young (Silly Girls) – Bubbly and spritely, the Silly Girls left everyone laughing. Their consistent flirtatious presence made them noticeable, but not dominating, over the main characters. They were frankly amusing and entertaining to watch, and they complemented their characters, each other, and their fellow actors.
Miranda Aiken (Mrs. Potts) – Despite technical challenges, Aiken presented Mrs. Potts with ease and talent. Forced to improvise multiple times, Aiken pulled through smoothly. Her outstanding vocals captured everyone’s attention and brought them into the world of “Beauty and the Beast.”
Erik Hasstedt (The Beast) – Hasstedt delivered a remarkable performance of the Beast. His hardships were believable and despite his ugly appearance we fell in love with him along with Belle as he sang his way into our hearts.
Chris Steckler (Maurice) – Steckler arrived on stage full of energy and enthusiasm. He made all the girls giggle as he cheered up Belle in his first scene with his wide grin, but it was when he started singing that mouths dropped. His voice was flawless, totally unexpected by the audience and he left us waiting for more as we entered his magical world.
Jay Reum (Lumiere) – Flirty, adorable, and just plain hilarious Reum was the comedy relief of this play. His impeccable French accent was inspired, while his acting made us laugh time after time. He made acting seem easy as he flowed through his scenes and left us wanting more.
Greg Shogren (Gaston) – Although Gaston is supposed to be the bad guy in this famous tale he was a crowd favorite as he danced and sang across the stage. His voice was incredible and we all loved the depth Shogren gave to this character.
Beauty and the Beast opens THIS WEEK at the Everett Civic Auditorium. The show is fantastic. So dont forget to buy your tickets and show up to support all your friendly neighborhood actors. Believe me, it’ll be worth your money ten times over. Hope to see you there!
