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JANUARY 13 - FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Elton John & Tim Rice's AIDAIs presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

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Musical Director

MATTHEW W. SURICO

Set Designer

MICHAEL T. MEHMET

Choreographer ASHLEY NICASTRO

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Music by ELTON JOHN

Lyrics byTIM RICE

Book byLINDA WOOLVERTON

andROBERT FALLS & DAVID HENRY HWANG

Originally Directed by Robert Falls

Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions

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Aida..............................................................................................................................Steffy JolinRadames..............................................................................................................Bobby PetersonAmneris...........................................................................................................Marielle GreguskiZoser...............................................................................................................................Carl TeseAmonarso....................................................................................................Van-Leon WhitakerPharoah.................................................................................................................Barry JohnsonMereb...............................................................................................................Steven C. JacksonNehebka...................................................................................................................Alicia Bagley

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UNDERSTUDIES & STANDBYS

Gabrielle Farah (Amneris), Mikey Marmann (Radames), Shaina Stroh (Nehebka)

SWINGS

Dana Abruzzo, Ryan Cavanagh

OrchestraConductor Matthew W. Surico

Concert Master - John Dumlao; Viola - Kelly Brajevich; Cello - Jennifer Flaum; Horn - Kevin Merkel; Flutes - Nicole Mihalek; Oboe/English Horn - Danielle White; Electric Bass - Rob Curry; Electric Guitars - Gregory P. Franz, Chad Goodstein;

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"Overture"..................................................................................................................Orchestra"Every Story is a Love Story"........................................................................................Amneris"Fortune Favors the Brave"..........................................................Amneris, Radames, Soldiers"The Past is Another Land"................................................................................................Aida"Another Pyramid"..........................................................................................Zoser, Ministers"How I Know You".................................................................................................Mereb, Aida"My Strongest Suit".......................................................................................Amneris, Women"Fortune Favors the Brave (Reprise)".........................................................................Radames"Enchantment Passing Through"......................................................................Radames, Aida"Strongest Suit (Reprise)"..................................................................................Amneris, Aida"Dance of the Robe"...........................................................................Aida, Nehebka, Nubians"Not Me"...............................................................................Radames, Mereb, Aida, Amneris"Elaborate Lives"...............................................................................................Radames, Aida"The Gods Love Nubia"..........................................................Aida, Mereb, Nehebka, Nubians

ACT II

"A Step Too Far"..............................................................................Amneris, Radames, Aida"Easy as Life"....................................................................................................................Aida"Like Father, Like Son".................................................................Zoser, Radames, Ministers"Radames' Letter"......................................................................................................Radames"How I Know You (Reprise)".........................................................................................Mereb"Written in the Stars"......................................................................................Aida, Radames"I Know the Truth"....................................................................................................Amneris"Elaborate Lives (Reprise)".............................................................................Aida, Radames"Finale Act II".................................................................................Radames, Aida, Amneris

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ABOUT THE CASTSteffy Jolin (Aida) is thrilled to be back at CM! She was last seen as Michell Morris in their recent production of Dreamgirls. Steffy graduated from Adelphi University with a BS in Music/Vocal Performance. Favorite credits include Sister Act (Sister Mary Robert/Deloris U.S.), In the Heights (Vanessa, Carla), Dreamgirls (Lorell Robinson), American Idiot(Extraordinary Girl), Once on this Island (Ti Moune), Jekyll and Hyde (Lucy Harris), All Shook Up (Lorraine), Hairspray (Lil Inez, Dynamite, Motormouth Maybelle), Legally Blonde (Pilar), Seussical (Gertrude/Bird Girl), Ragtime (Sarah). Steffy would like to thank her family and friends for all their love and support!

Bobby Peterson (Radames) is thrilled to return to the stage at the Noel S. Ruiz Theatre, where he was seen last year starring as Huey Calhoun in their production of Memphis. REGIONAL: Jekyll & Hyde (Swing), Grease (Swing), Gypsy (Swing) at the John W. Engeman Theater, Tonight at 8:30 at Guild Hall (starring Blythe Danner, directed by Tony Walton). Past CM credits: Bonnie and Clyde (Clyde), White Christmas (Phil Davis), West Side Story (Riff), The Little Mermaid (Prince Eric), Singin’ In The Rain (Cosmo Brown), Into The Woods (Jack). Other favorite credits: Saturday Night Fever (Tony Manero) at Theater Three, 42nd Street (Billy Lawlor), Xanadu (Sonny), Hair (Claude). Bobby has also accompanied for Rufus Wainwright, Gateway Playhouse, and for a musical theater workshop taught by Julie Andrews at Stony Brook Southampton. He is the music director and organist at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in East Hampton, and received his Masters and B.A. degrees in performance at Stony Brook University.

Marielle Greguski (Amneris) is ecstatic to be returning to the CMPAC stage in AIDA! She was last seen as Nellie in Jekyll and Hyde. Some other credits include, Lady of the Lake (Spamalot), Elizabeth Benning (Young Frankenstein), Missy Lee (Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On), and Rona Lisa Paretti (25th Annual Spelling Bee) Regional: The Witch (Into the Woods) and Mrs. Fezziwig u/s (A Christmas Carol the Musical) Many thanks to Micheal, Ashley, Matt and Karen for all their hard work. And to Jackie, I love you my angel face.

Carl Tese (Zoser) is making his 18 appearance on the CM stage! Notable CM credits include JCS (Pilate), Bonnie and Clyde (Preacher), Mary Poppins (Mr. Banks), Young Frankenstein (Igor), and Spamalot (Patsy). Many thanks to Michael, Ashley and Matt for allowing me to get my evil on in this roll! Much love to the talented cast of AIDA, my family but most importantly to Karen, the Stage Manager of my life!

Van-Leon Whitaker (Amonarso) is elated to return to CM's stage and to be joining such a talented and exuberant cast. Notable CM credits include The Full Monty ( Horse), Dreamgirls (Marty), Ragtime ( Coalhouse), and Showboat ( Joe). Other favorite roles include Flick in Violet, Tom Robinson in To Kill A Mockingbird, Jim in Big River, and Queeqeg in Moby Dick Rehearsed.

Barry Johnson (Pharoah) Has performed in venues from Manhattan to Long Island, including ten years in Geraldine Fitzgerald's Everyman Acting Company and as a member of La Mama E.T.C. At CMPAC, he's been fortunate to appear in over 40 featured roles, most recently in Bonnie & Clyde and Shrank in West Side Story.

Steven C. Jackson (Mereb) is excited to make his community theater debut at CM in AIDA! Special thanks to God, family, friends, and the wonderful team at CM. “If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.” -Maya Angelou

Alicia Bagley (Nehebka) is thrilled to be working with CMPAC again for AIDA. Some of her favorite credits include: Memphis, Ensemble (CMPAC); Norm Lewis Wishes You A Very Swingin' Christmas, Featured Guest (54 Below); Dreamgirls, Effie (Broadhollow Theater). She would like to thank her family, friends, and a wonderful cast, crew, and production team for all of their hard work, love, and support. For inquires please email: alicia.bagley@icloud.com. "Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."

Gabrielle Farah (Amneris US/Ensemble)is delighted to be back on stage at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre, where she last played Patty Simcox in Grease. Favorite credits include Bring It On (Eva), Memphis (Teenager 2), West Side Story (Minnie), Urinetown (Little Becky), Legally Blonde (Margot), The Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), and A Chorus Line (Val). Gabrielle would like to thank Donna, her voice teacher, for her never ending support. She would also like to thank Michael, Matt, Ashley, and Karen for this opportunity- it is truly an honor.

Mikey Marmann (Radames US/Ensemble) is so excited to be back on the CM stage! He was last seen as Ted in Bonnie & Clyde, but you may have caught him filling in as Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid, or as Doody in Grease. Some other CM credits include Randall in Bring it On! and Peter in Jesus Christ Superstar. Mikey is a senior at Molloy College/CAP21, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre. Thanks to Michael, Ashley, Matt & Karen, and of course, to Mom, Dad & Sam! (Twitter/Instagram: @MikeyMarmann)

Shaina Stroh (Nehebka US/Ensemble) is excited to be returning to the CM stage in this incredible production. Past CM credits include Ragtime (Sarah’s Friend), Hairspray (Matron/ Dynamite), Rent (Bag Lady). Other favorite credits include Next to Normal (Diana), Avenue Q (Gary Coleman), The Wild Party (Kate) and many more. She would like to thank the wonderful cast and crew for this experience and her family and friends for their continuous love and support!

Brielle Brook (Ensemble) is excited to be making her CM debut in AIDA! Favorite credits include Rent (Maureen), [title of show] (Heidi), and Next to Normal (Director). She thanks her mom for letting her see Rent when she was 6 years old and her whole family for nurturing her love of theatre ever since. Much love to Mom, Dad, Farah, Melanie and Sammi.

Folei Browne (Ensemble) Originally from Baltimore, MD, Folei Browne grew up singing gospel music in her church and has expanded her repertoire over the years to incorporate jazz, classical, and musical theatre. Folei has had amazing opportunities in productions such as Jesus Christ Superstar (Mary Magdalene) and Hair (Company). A recent graduate of Nassau Community College Music department program, she plans on pursing more opportunities in musical theatre on the Long Island/NYC circuit. Jekyll & Hyde was her first production at CM, which she enjoyed being a part of as well as working with the CM production team. Most of all, Folei is dedicated to using her musical abilities to honor God and inspire others as well.

David DiMarzo (Ensemble) is happy to be returning to the CM stage, after last being seen as the Beast in this winter's production of Beauty and the Beast. Some of his favorite past credits include, Rent (Collins), Anything Goes (Lord Evelyn Oakleigh), Grease (Sonny), and Godspell (Judas). Other CM credits include Saturday Night Fever (Joey), Urinetown (Lockstock), Memphis, Hair, Spamalot, and many more. He would like to thank Michael, Matt, Ashley and Karen for this opportunity. Break a leg to the cast and production team on this beautiful production!

Darnell Dunkley (Ensemble) is a 27 year old from West Babylon, NY. In HS, he enjoyed playing sports and joined chorus where he performed in his 1st musical. After high school, he enlisted in the US Army where he spent 5 years as an analyst. After the military, through a friend he was introduced to the Cultural Arts Playhouse where he has performed in multiple shows including Hairspray, Ragtime, In The Heights, and most recently, Wedding Singer. He is currently attending Adelphi University as a Psychology major. He hopes to work with and help veterans one day and dreams of opening up his own clinic. His hobbies include dancing, video games, and staying active. Fun facts: his favorite movie is A Goofy Movie, his idol is Michael Jackson, and he is deathly afraid of spiders.

Paul Edme (Ensemble) is excited to be a part of such an amazing piece of art. Past credits include Memphis (Male Dancer), In the Heights (Graffiti Pete), I Didn’t Know My Own Strength (Jimmy), Fences (Cory), How To Succeed … (Mr. Jenkins) and The Color Purple (Harpo). Paul is happy to be reunited on stage with very talented friends and loved ones. He thanks the cast and crew for a great experience and his family and friends for their support. Much Love.

Ashanti Graham (Ensemble) is performing AIDA for the first time! Following Dreamgirls (Little Albert/Ensemble), this will be his second theatre experience with CM. His favorite roles include Benny (In the Heights) and Beast (Beauty and the Beast).

Chante Hooks (Ensemble) is back at it again. AIDA is her third production with CM after tearing down the house as Ethel in Memphis the Musical and one of the marvelous Stepp Sisters in Dreamgirls. Her other credits include Jesus Christ Superstar (ensemble), In the Heights (dancer/ensemble), Schoolhouse Rock (self) and Hair: The American Tribal Rock-Love Musical (ensemble). She is grateful to be a part of another amazing production with so many extremely talented people that are now like family.

Jacqueline Hughes (Ensemble) is thrilled to return to the CM stage where she was last seen in Jekyll & Hyde (Newsboy). Jacqueline broke ground this past summer performing in Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical as traditionally male tribe leader George Berger. (Continued on Next Page)

ABOUT THE CAST

(Continued from Below) Robbie would like to thank the cast and crew for making this process such a fun experience, and his friends and family for their continued love and support.

Frédérique Moïse (Ensemble) made her debut with CM in January starring in Memphis. Since then she has also starred in Dreamgirls and she's excited to be back on stage and part of such an amazing production. She is so thankful to CM Performing Arts Center for giving her the opportunity to do what she loves and believing in her.

Adriana M. Scheer (Ensemble) is so ecstatic to be in this amazing production at the CM Performing Arts Center! Previous credits include The Wedding Singer (Linda), A Chorus Line (Kristine/Judy), American Idiot (Heather), Carrie (Norma), Side Show (The Tattoo Lady), and 9 To 5 (Violet Newstead). Adriana would like to thank Michael, Ashley, Matthew, Karen and the rest of the cast and crew for all their hard work and to all of her great friends that give her so much support! “Break legs XOXO” @adrianamscheer

Rebecca Vogel (Ensemble) is excited to be working with CMPAC again. She would like to thank Michael, Matt, Ashley, and Karen for this opportunity. Other credits include Jekyll and Hyde (Swing), Dreamgirls (Sweetheart), and Sister Act (Nun). Rebecca is also working toward her Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management.

Dana Abruzzo (Female Swing) is thrilled to be a part of AIDA here at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre. Special thanks to the production team for being such great pals, you guys rock. Shout out to my family and friends for all of their love and support, you guys rock too. This one's for you, Gina

Ryan Cavanagh (Male Swing) is excited to mark Aida as his 12th CM Main Stage show! Favorite CM credits include Grease (Eugene), West Side Story (Action) and Saturday Night Fever (Bobby C). (Continued on Next Page)

ABOUT THE CAST

(Continued from Previous Page) Other favorite credits include Peter Pan (Peter Pan), The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On (Suzy), West Side Story (Anybodys), The 25th Annual...Spelling Bee (Schwartzy), Seussical (Cat in the Hat), GRIMM: A New Musical (2012 NYC Fringe Festival. She counts herself lucky to have made theater a living for almost a decade. Many thanks to the cast and creative team. And to her impossibly gorgeous Princess Amneris: I'm in awe of you. I love you and I like you, always.

Katie Johnson (Ensemble) is thrilled to be in her first show with CM! Favorite past roles include Amber in Hairspray, Sandy in Grease, Columbia in The Rocky Horror Show, Frieda in Carrie, and a Harem Girl in Sideshow. She has also been a featured dancer in a variety of shows, some all time favorites include Saturday Night Fever, In The Heights, All Shook Up and Footloose.

Danielle Khoury (Ensemble) is excited to make her second appearance on the CM stage this year. Previous credits include A Chorus Line (Maggie/Kristine), Footloose (Ariel Moore), Catch Me if You Can (Brenda Strong) and many more. Danielle would like to thank her family and friends for their unconditional love and support.

Sheldon McCall (Ensemble) is excited to be returning to the CMPAC stage. He was previously seen in Dreamgirls (Ensemble) and contributed to the production staff as the Makeup Artist. His past CM show was Memphis (Ensemble). He wishes all the best to his cast and crew!

Milan McGouldrick (Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing in her second show at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre! Her past credit at CM includes Dreamgirls (Stepsister/Les Style/Ensemble). My gratitude to God, those who constantly believe in me, and the wonderful crew, & team at CM! So thankful to work with such a talented cast on this show!

Robbie McGrath (Ensemble) is excited to be returning to the CM stage for his fourth show! He was last seen in Dreamgirls (Dave). Past credits include Bare: a pop opera (Matt), Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour), and Spring Awakening (Ernst). (Continued Above)

Mission Statement"The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center, a not-for-profit organization is

“home” to people from all walks of life who work collaboratively to produce quality theatrical productions. Guided by the values of excellence, diversity and community, we seek

to make a positive contribution to arts-education, culture and the quality of life on Long Island."

ABOUT THE PRODUCTION TEAM(Continued from Previous Page) He would like to thank the production staff and CM for giving him this great opportunity, his family and friends for their constant love and support, and The Squash for always being there for him. Shout out to Ashley for making such incredibly beautiful choreography that makes this production soar. Congrats, ma!

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Michael T. Mehmet (Director) is excited to be directing our Season 41 Closer - AIDA. He last Directed Saturday Night Fever and In The Heights here on The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre Stage. Michael also serves as the Executive Director to the CM Performing Arts Center and has been a member of CM for almost 20 years as a Director, Set Designer, Scenic Artist, House Manager and former Board Member. Michael just recently retired after 30 year as a NYC school administrator. The last ten years of his career were spent as Principal of a performing arts high school in Manhattan. He was actually one of the school leaders who partnered with the Roundabout Theatre Company to turn around this failing school. With his training in education and his passion for theatre arts he was able to lead this school to become a top performing NYC school of choice with a waiting list of applicants.

Matthew W. Surico (Music Director) is beyond thrilled to be working on AIDA. He has been the Resident Music Director at CM for 3 years. Favorite credits include Beauty and the Beast, Jekyll and Hyde, Dreamgirls, Memphis, West Side Story, The Wedding Singer, A Christmas Carol, South Pacific, A Year with Frog and Toad, Bye Bye Birdie, RENT, Into the Woods, Fiddler on the Roof and the LI Premiere of Bring It On: The Musical. Matthew has also written My Christmas Elf (Music/Lyrics), Sue Ology and the (Possibly) Haunted House (Music/Lyrics) and Assumptions (Book/Music/Lyrics). Thanks to Michael, Ashley, Karen and the entire cast, crew & pit for making this an unforgettable experience. Love always to Kev.

Ashley Nicastro (Choreographer) is truly blessed to have the opportunity to choreograph such a beautiful show with such a beautiful cast! She recently choreographed Jekyll and Hyde on the CM stage and was seen over the summer as Stephanie Mangano in Saturday Night Fever. Favorite choreography credits include Bye Bye Birdie, The Addams Family, All Shook Up, Saturday Night Fever, and American Idiot. Huge thanks to Michael, Matt, and Karen for all of their support! All of my love to Matt, who has taught me what it is to be in love and have that love returned. For Bobbi.

Ronald Green III (Costumer) has served as the Resident Costume Designer at CMPAC for the past ten years. Past design credits include Beauty and the Beast, Jekyll and Hyde, Dreamgirls, Saturday Night Fever, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Grease, Sister Act, Memphis, White Christmas, Spamalot, Avenue Q, West Side Story, The Little Mermaid, The Wedding Singer, The Music Man, A Christmas Carol, The Addams Family, Bonnie & Clyde and more. He was also the recipient of the 2013 Broadway World Award for his costume for Hairspray. Costume Design for LI premieres include Jane Eyre, The Wild Party, Spring Awakening, Lombardi, Xanadu, Murder Ballad, Marvelous Wonderettes (Winter and Caps and Gowns) and also the NY regional premiere of Boy From Oz. Thanks to everyone involved.

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

Steffy Jolin(Aida)

Bobby Peterson(Radames)

Marielle Greguski(Amneris)

Carl Tese(Zoser)

Van Leon-Whitaker(Amonarso)

Barry Johnson(Pharoah)

Steven C, Jackson(Mereb)

Alicia Bagley (Nehebka)

Gabrielle Farah (Amneris US/Ensemble)

Mikey Marmann(Radames US/Ensemble)

Chante Hooks(Ensemble)

Shaina Stroh(Nehebka US/Ensemble)

Brielle Brook(Ensemble)

Folei Browne(Ensemble)

Jahlil M. Burke(Ensemble)

David DiMarzo(Ensemble)

Darnell Dunkley(Ensemble)

Paul Edme(Ensemble)

Ashanti Graham(Ensemble)

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

Jacqueline Hughes(Ensemble)

Katie Johnson(Ensemble)

Danielle Khoury(Ensemble)

Sheldon McCall(Ensemble)

Milan McGouldrick(Ensemble)

Robbie McGrath(Ensemble)

Jojo Minasi(Ensemble)

Frédérique Moïse(Ensemble)

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Adriana M Scheer(Ensemble)

Ryan Cavanagh(Male Swing)

Dana Abruzzo(Female Swing)

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