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Summer Camps, Youth Programs

Scholarship Fund

The Richard Guido Memorial Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to young people for theatre camps and internships, so that we may continue his work and honor the memory of a unique gentleman who loved our community, nurtured young talent, shared his generosity of spirit, entertained us, and enriched our lives.

62 Season, News

2025 MPH Company

Tommy Anderson Actor: Dracula Tommy Anderson Actor: Dracula Tommy Anderson (Actor: Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors) is a recent graduate of Florida Southern College and is extremely excited to be performing at Millbrook Playhouse. A few of his college credits include Tom Jones in Tom Jones, Lucas Beineke in The Addams Family, Ensemble in Godspell, and Melchior Gabor in Spring Awakening. Sarah Elizabeth Bidini Scenic Designer Sarah Elizabeth Bidini Scenic Designer Sarah Bidini (Scenic Designer: Honky Tonk Angels, and Jr. Scenic Designer) Sarah is a Scenic Design MFA Candidate at Penn State. Selected design credits: Cry It Out, The Vaudevillia Project: Grey, Choke (ASD), Little House on the Prairie (ASD). Selected scenic art credits: Utah Shakespeare Festival, Thin Air Theatre Company, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga paint shop manager. bidinidesign.com. Lainey Bodenburg Costume Designer Lainey Bodenburg Costume Designer Lainey Bodenburg (Costume Designer: Clue on Stage!) is a Costume Designer based in Cleveland, Ohio. She is a graduate of Kent State University’s Fashion Design program and has worn many hats within the costume department, including Designer, Wardrobe Supervisor, and Stitcher roles. Her previous credits include theaters such as Dobama Theatre, Cleveland Play House, Porthouse Theater, and Weathervane Playhouse as well as various film projects. She is thrilled to join Millbrook Playhouse for this summer season and design the famously fabulous Clue! Jessica Bostock Director & Choreographer: Grease! Jessica Bostock Director & Choreographer: Grease! Jessica Bostock (Director & Choreographer: Grease!) is an award-winning director, choreographer and teaching artist. She has an MFA in Theatre/Directing, MA in Theatre Education, and a graduate certificate in dance. She is an assistant professor of theatre/dance and head of the performing arts at Bryn Athyn College, and has served as an adjunct professor in the theatre departments at both Rider and Eastern Universities. Jessica has directed/choreographed over 85 full-length productions at theatres such as Bucks County Playhouse, The Candlelight Theatre, Music Mountain Theatre, and Steel River Playhouse. Proud member of Stage Director and Choreographers Society. www.jessica-bostock.com Lexie Bowman Actor: Tuck Everlasting Lexie Bowman Actor: Tuck Everlasting Lexie Bowman IWinnie: Tuck Everlasting) Marisa Budnick Actor: Clue! Marisa Budnick Actor: Clue! Marisa Budnick (Mrs. Peacock: Clue On Stage!) is an NYC based actor and thrilled to be back at the barn! Off-Broadway: Lucky Stiff (J2 Spotlight). Select productions: The Pout-Pout Fish (TheaterWorks Tour), The Tattooed Lady (Goodspeed Musicals), The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Grace, Millbrook Playhouse), Nunsense II (Millbrook Playhouse), Playhouse on Park, STONC, Vanguard Theater Company. BFA Musical Theatre: The Hartt School. www.marisareneebudnick.com IG: @mrbudnick_ Ren Cementina Actor: Rooms, Grease Ren Cementina Actor: Rooms, Grease Ren Cementina (they/them) (Ian: Rooms: a Rock Romance, Doody: Grease!) is overjoyed to be returning to Millbrook Playhouse as Ian (Rooms) and Doody (Grease)! Past playhouse appearances include Riff Raff (The Rocky Horror Show), Mark (Rent), and Telly (Godspell). All love and affection to their cat Suki and loving partner, Veronica Vale. @the.ren.aissance Ericka Lee Conklin Associate Producer Ericka Lee Conklin Associate Producer Ericka Conklin is returning for her seventh season at Millbrook Playhouse, now as the Associate Producer. Raised locally, she has worked in both London and New York City. Favorite past credits include Wayward Daughter at Theatre for the New City, Chasing the River at Chain Theatre, RUR at Gamut, and Camelot, here at Millbrook. Ericka also directs the CMHS Drama club and would like to congratulate her students for their award winning productions of Puffs and Chicago. Alexandra Cook Actor: Honky Tonk Angels Alexandra Cook Actor: Honky Tonk Angels Alexandra Cooke (Sue Ellen: Honky Tonk Angels) is thrilled to be making her Millbrook Playhouse debut! Favorite credits: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (Woman 1), concert presentation of Pump Up The Volume (Tracie), and Curtains (Carmen Bernstein). Many thanks to her family for their support, and everyone at Millbrook for welcoming her this summer. Nazareth University alum, BFA Musical Theatre. Maia Crowell Actor: Grease Maia Crowell Actor: Grease Maia Crowell (Ensemble: Grease) Maia is beyond excited to return to the playhouse this summer for Grease! In the past Maia was very active in the youth ensemble productions and was in a handful of main stages including The Wizard of Oz, Seussical and To Kill a Mockingbird. Maia is currently a Sophomore at Penn State University and would like to thank David for this opportunity! Zayna Darres Actor: Grease, Clue! Zayna Darres Actor: Grease, Clue! Zayna Darres (Marty: Grease, Miss Scarlett: Clue On Stage!) is a rising fourth-year BFA Musical Theatre major at Penn State University. She is incredibly excited to be playing Marty in Grease and Miss Scarlett in Clue at Millbrook Playhouse! Previous credits include The Princess in Love’s Labour’s Lost: The Musical, Sandy in SpongeBob The Musical, and Philia in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. When she’s not on stage, Zayna loves to read—her 2025 reading goal is 50 books! She wants to give a huge thanks to her parents and her boyfriend, Logan, for their endless love and support. Follow her journey on Instagram: @zaynadarres, www.zaynadarres.com V.C Deener Props, ASM V.C Deener Props, ASM John Murphy (Roger: Grease, Colonel Mustard: Clue On Stage!) Maura (Mo) DePasquale Actor: Tuck Everlasting Maura (Mo) DePasquale Actor: Tuck Everlasting Maura (Mo) DePasquale (Ensemble: Tuck Everlasting) Mo is a rising 5th grader at Pleasant Gap Elementary. This is her third Millbrook Youth production. Mo enjoys dancing competitively with Centre Dance, playing basketball, and playing soccer. She is excited to finally share a stage with her big sister, Ceci! Kali Evonne (Haines) Actor: Grease, Clue! Kali Evonne (Haines) Actor: Grease, Clue! Kali Evonne (Haines) (Rizzo: Grease, Mrs. White: Clue On Stage!)is INCREDIBLY excited to be back at Millbrook after eight years! She was last seen as Gertrude Mcfuzz in Seussical the Musical and Joan in Fun Home back in 2017. Some other favorite roles at the barn include Regina in Rock of Ages, Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, and Jetsam in The Little Mermaid. After 11 seasons at Millbrook, Kali performed on Celebrity Cruise

62 Season, Fundraising, News, Youth Ensemble, Youth Programs

Broadway, Our Way! MPYE 10-Anniversary Concert

Millbrook Playhouse Youth Ensemble presents Broadway, OUR Way! A One-Night-Only 10th Anniversary Concert & Fundraiser Tags: Broadway – Family Friendly – Youth Performers – Fundraiser – Rated G on the Ryan Main StageSaturday, May 31, 2025 Directed by Ericka ConklinMusic Direction by Mo OrtbalWritten by Shannon Agnew The Kids Are Taking Over the Barn! For years, the adults have called the shots—but not this time! The kids are taking over the barn for Broadway, OUR Way, a one-night-only concert celebrating 10 years of the Millbrook Playhouse Youth Ensemble (MPYE) on May 31st, 2024. This electrifying evening will feature current and former Youth Ensemble members, special guest performers, and unexpected twists on Broadway’s biggest hits. For one night only, theatre lovers of all ages will experience Broadway like never before, with show-stopping numbers, surprising casting swaps, and interactive audience moments. Featuring a dynamic mix of past and present MPYE performers, this high-energy fundraiser puts the spotlight where it belongs—on the next generation of stars. Whether you’re a longtime supporter of Millbrook Playhouse or new to the magic of live theatre, this is a must-see event that will leave you cheering for an encore. VIP & Event Patron Experiences Make your Broadway, OUR Way experience even more exciting! The evening will feature exclusive VIP perks and interactive activities to unite theatre lovers while raising funds for Millbrook Playhouse’s future. VIP Experience (additional $15) – Upgrade your night with premium seating and exclusive access to the VIP mocktail & cocktail party. VIPs will also enjoy a meet & greet with the cast, Broadway-themed trivia games, and other exclusive surprises! Event Patron Experiences – Every guest can join the fun! Bid on exclusive auction items like show tickets, merchandise, and weekend getaways, or test your theatre knowledge in Broadway & Millbrook trivia challenges for a chance to win prizes. Whether you’re singing along, placing a bid, or just soaking in the magic, every ticket helps keep the arts alive at Millbrook Playhouse. This one-night-only event is sure to sell out—don’t miss your chance to be part of the excitement! 🎭✨ A Star-Studded Cast and Staff – Past & Present! This once-in-a-decade event features an incredible lineup of performers, including: Current MPYE Members: Makaelyn Polk, Maryn Fry, Amelya Sox, Camryn Segura, Emma Roland, Lily Klugh, Thomas Geyer, Ethan Adgate, Connor Kleckner, Hartlyn Kiess, Addyson Faussette, Sierra Kolk, Claire Walker, Lexie Bowman, Trevor Campbell-Tubbs, Addison Wynkoop, Kathryn Farrall, Samirah James, Kenzi Boyle.  Returning MPYE Alumni: Katie Boyd, Liz Shaffer, Maia Crowell, Aimee Hunsinger, Kelly Long, Cale Blakely Special Guests – The Original Barn Kids:  Kali Haines, Erin Long-Krellenstein, Amelia Lang-Wallace Co-hosted by Millbrook’s Original #Millebrity (Millbrook Celebrity):  Marc da la Concha Just to name a few.             (Performer lineup is subject to change.) PURCHASE FLEX PASS Tickets on Sale Now More at Millbrook All Shows Seating Chart Gift Certificates Contact Information Accessibility Plan Your Visit Education Make a Difference Make a tax-deductible contribution and help keep the theatre accessible. DONATE PURCHASE TICKETS

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