Samford UniversityFebruary 6-8, 2020

Greetings!Welcome to the 70th anniversary production of Step Sing here at Samford University! As the Executive Student Producer this year, I cannot wait for each of you to see the show that so many people have poured into over the past year!

Step Sing has become such an integral part of Samford over the past 70 years. Whether you have performed on the Wright Center stage, watch it year after year, or if this is your first time seeing the show, we all come together to create an unforgettable experience. Step Sing has become what it is today because of all the people that have been a part of it throughout the years. This Samford tradition has a way about it that creates relationships, builds confidence, and etches itself into everyone’s hearts.

I am always impressed by the directors and participants of the shows and this year is no different. Step Sing would not be possible without the hard work of the committee, the Wright Center and Media Center staffs, participants, show directors, as well as the faculty and staff members. I am beyond thankful especially for two people who have poured countless hours, effort, and heart into this show - Meg Burleson and Lauren Copelan.

I am thrilled you are all here to join us for this special production of a tradition that is a huge part of my heart and so many others.

Enjoy the show! Haley Schneider

Haley Schneider, Step Sing Student ProducerHaley Schneider is a senior majoring in Elementary Education/Special Education/Collaborative/ Early Childhood Education with a Social Entrepreneurship/Nonprofit Management minor. Haley is originally from Marietta, Georgia. She has served on the Overall Step Sing Committee since 2017. She is involved in a number of honor societies across campus as well as other student organizations. During her time at Samford, Haley has received honors such as Emerging Greek Leader, Presidential Scholar and Dean’s List each semester. After graduation, Haley hopes to spend time in an elementary classroom as an educator as well as starting her own non-profit organization for special education students around the world.

Overall Committee

Kalee BeardsleyKeller, TX

Carrie HigginbothamBirmingham, AL

Marlee LaCkore Fort Lauderdale, FL

Anna MontanariFranklin, TN

John Booth is a senior majoring in Communication Studies from Cumming, Georgia. During his time at Samford, he has been involved with Student Government, Debate, Improv, and been a member of the Samford Varsity Football Team. He is also in the process of starting his own college ministry. John is extremely excited and honored to be hosting Step Sing this year.

John Booth, Host

Amauri PettawayBirmingham, AL

Maddie SmithMilton, GA

Eliza TurnerAlpharetta, GA

History of Step SingStep Sing began as a sing-along on the steps of Renfroe Hall at the Howard College East Lake Campus in 1951, making this the 70th anniversary of the program. Sponsored by the Women’s Service Organization, it was originally held once a semester and soon began to take the form of a competition. In the late 1950’s, campus organizations decided to gather only once a year in December. They moved the competition to the steps of “Old Main,” where each group sang two songs. In 1957, Howard College moved to its present location on Lakeshore Drive, bringing with it the tradition of Step Sing. Many changes, including the addition of costumes and props, took place during the 1960’s. In 1966, emcees became a part of the action, and in 1967, each group began choosing a theme around which to base its show. In 1971, Step Sing celebrated its twentieth anniversary, and the Sweepstakes Trophy was added. A few years later, the first band accompanied the performances. In 1976, Step Sing moved to its current home in the Wright Center. Groups began using recorded music instead of the Step Sing band in the early 1990’s, and the committee began awarding the “Participants’ Choice Award” to the cast members’ favorite show. Under the direction of the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management and the Office of Student Activities and Events, Step Sing is organized by students, including music arrangement, choreography and costume design. Step Sing has become an educational activity in which the students participate through leadership development, organizational administration and time management, and continues to be one of the most popular traditions at Samford.

Step Sing Scholarship In celebration of the program’s 70th anniversary, we are excited to announce the establishment of the Step Sing Endowed Scholarship! Through the years, students at Samford University have worked tirelessly to keep this tradition thriving, and Step Sing is thrilled to acknowledge these students and their academic pursuits. All Step Sing participants with at least one undergraduate semester remaining were eligible to apply to receive funds from the Step Sing Endowed Scholarship. We will be announcing the recipients on stage following the Saturday evening performance!

Your gifts will go directly to the continued education of students at Samford University. We would be honored to have you join us in this endeavor.

Our goal is to raise funds to provide as many scholarships as possible this year and in years to come. There are numerous ways to donate including our online giving site samford.edu/stepsing or by dropping a donation in your favorite show’s bucket at intermission.

We can’t wait to see the impact this Step Sing season can make with the help of each of you!

Give now here!Scan the QR code to give to the Step Sing Scholarship now!

Banner DropStep Sing has developed many traditions over the years. Before Spring classes begin, students gather on campus for the event that officially kicks off the Step Sing season, Banner Drop. Held this year in the Wright Center, each group let their banner drop from above to reveal their show’s title and theme. It is tradition that each show’s theme be kept secret until as close to the show opening as possible. Because of this, at Banner Drop, the title and banner are creatively used to throw off those that are not in that show! The banners are judged at this event, and the first place group participants have the first choice for participant tickets. Following Banner Drop, the banners are displayed in the Caf and then moved for the show weekend to the Wright Center Lobby for our in-house audience to enjoy!

JudgingShows are judged during both Friday and Saturday evening performances by a different panel of judges who were selected for their qualification in one of the following categories: Music, Choreography, Theatre, Student Affairs Professional, or Samford Alumni.

Although each judge is selected for his or her experience in a specific area, each judge gives a score in every category. The combination of expert and novice opinions rewards the most well-rounded group that is both technically proficient and entertaining.

Judges do not see the shows before scoring to prevent bias. Score sheets are collected during intermission and at the end of the show to allow judges to score each half, account for the fact that they have not seen the show before, and make up for a bias caused by the order of the show.

Each show’s highest and lowest scores are dropped, and the middle scores are averaged to provide the final score.

ScoringEach show will receive a score of up to 100 points from each judge with a maximum of the following point values:Entertainment Value 30 pointsMusical Quality 20 points (10 points for Song Selection & Arrangement and 10 points for Execution)Choreography 20 points (10 points for Difficulty & Design and 10 points for Execution)Theme Development 15 pointsCreativity 15 points

Judged AwardsThe primary awards decided by the score of our judges are:SWEEPSTAKES AWARD Awarded to the group with the overall highest scoreWOMEN’S DIVISION WINNER Awarded to the group with the highest score in the Women’s DivisionMEN’S DIVISION WINNER Awarded to the group with the highest score in the Men’s DivisionThe Men’s and Women’s Division Winners depend on the Sweepstakes Winner. For whichever division the Sweepstakes winner comes from, the next highest ranking group will be awarded the division winner.

The excellence awards are awarded to the groups with the highest score in a certain category given by the judges. The excellence awards are:EXCELLENCE IN MUSIC Awarded to the group with the most points in the Music categoryEXCELLENCE IN CHOREOGRAPHY Awarded to the group with the most points in the Choreography categoryEXCELLENCE IN CREATIVITY Awarded to the group with the most points in the Creativity category

Additional AwardsCOMMITTEE CHOICE AWARDS After spending extensive time working with the show directors and watching the shows develop from ideas to performance, the Step Sing Committee votes on which shows to recognize for having the Favorite Moment, Favorite Song, and Directors of the Year. PARTICIPANT CHOICE AWARDS Participants have the opportunity to vote for their favorite Step Sing show in the following categories: Music, Choreography, Costumes, and Emcee. SPIRIT OF STEP SING AWARD The Spirit of Step Sing Award is given to one member of each group chosen by the show directors as someone who embodies the energy and attitude of Step Sing. STEP SING CHARACTER AWARD Established in 2016, this is awarded to the group who demonstrates a spirit of congeniality and character in their actions on the stage and behind the scenes. This award is voted on by the Overall Step Sing Committee, the Office of Student Activities and Events, and the Wright Center Staff.

Our Friday Night JudgesJenny Davis Meadows | Theatre

As a theatre educator, Jenny has taught and directed students from preschool through college. She directs Center Stagers, an after school theatre program that serves youth and directs various university programs that provide students of all ages the opportunity to create and share theatre. She is an avid arts advocate who, when not in rehearsal, enjoys spending time at home with her husband, Brian, and her four children.

Shawn Knight | Theatre

Shawn Knight teaches theatre and musical theatre to students from pre-K to adult. He is a Lecturer for the Department of Theatre and Dance at Belmont University and a professional Equity actor who has written and performs ten one-man shows on the lives of famous composers.

Aiden S. Nettles | Dance

Aidan Nettles is an Instructor of Dance at the University of Alabama where she teaches Jazz and Modern dance technique. Nettles received a Bachelor of Arts in Dance at the University of Alabama and a Master of Fine Arts with Distinction from the University of Roehampton in London, England where she danced professionally and taught in many dance schools. This summer, Nettles will serve as Site Director for the American Ballet Theatre - Summer Intensive hosted at UA.

Brooke Desnoës | Dance

Brooke Desnoës began her professional career as a principal dancer with Scottish-American Ballet afterwards she Founded and Directed The American Academy of Dance in Paris, France. Brooke is a sought after Master Teacher and Choreographer who works regularly across the United States, Europe and most recently in China. She is a Faculty member at Wallace State College and is Artistic Director at BD Ballet Academy.

Matthew Hoch | Music

Matthew Hoch is Associate Professor of Voice at Auburn University. He holds degrees from Ithaca College (BM), the Hartt School (MM), and the New England Conservatory. He is the author of seven books and over thirty peer-reviewed articles pertaining to voice pedagogy and sacred music. In addition to his academic life, Dr. Hoch serves as Choirmaster and Minister of Music at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Auburn, Alabama.

Elizabeth Ann Benson | Music

Elizabeth Ann Benson is an assistant professor at Auburn University where she teaches applied voice for music theatre majors and serves as the resident vocal director in the department of theatre. She teaches and performs crossover styles, spanning from opera to musical theatre to rock. She is the author of the book Training Contemporary Commercial Singers.

Joshua Robinson | Student Activities

Joshua Robinson studied at Jacksonville State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Management and a Master of Business Administration. Josh currently serves as the Assistant Dean of Students for Fraternity and Sorority Life at Jacksonville State University.

Jewell Littleton-Williams | Alumni

Jewel Littleton-Williams is a 2005 and 2010 graduate of Samford’s School of Education. She founded the Rev. John T. Porter Minority Scholarship Endowment Fund while an undergraduate and had another minority scholarship named in her honor by the School of Education in 2018. Jewel has received numerous Samford awards, is a National Board Certified Teacher, and she serves as president of the Samford Black Alumni Association.

Our Saturday Night JudgesPedro E. Alvarado | Theatre

Pedro is a Ph.D. student at Clark-Atlanta University and his area of research is the canon of playwright August Wilson. He’s a director and actor, a member of the August Wilson Society, and on the board of the Morton Theatre in Athens, GA.

Bart Pitchford | Theatre

Bart Pitchford is an Assistant Professor of Directing and Theatre History at the University of Montevallo. He recently received his doctoral degree in Performance as Public Practice from the University of Texas in Austin. Bart is also the artistic director of Canopy Theatre and veteran of the United States Army.

Dr. Fenella Kennedy | Dance

Dr. Fenella Kennedy is an assistant professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of Alabama. Previously they danced with Aegis Live Arts contemporary ballet, and toured Europe as the rehearsal director for Nutshell contemporary dance company. In their spare time Kennedy teaches social partner dance across the country, and runs the popular dance blog The Headtail Connection.

Joan Buttram | Dance

Joan Buttram is an Associate Professor of Dance at the University of Georgia. She has performed as a soloist and principal dancer with Dayton Ballet Company, Ballet Metropolitan, Lexington Ballet Company, the Bristol Ballet Company, and Ballet Concerto, as well as the modern dance companies Contemporary Dance/Fort Worth and the New Century Danscene.

Jeffery Reynolds | Music

A graduate of Samford University (1982) in Church Music and winner of Step-Sing Class Division, Dr. Reynolds holds degrees from Samford, Southwestern Seminary and the University of Illinois. He is a proud father of three, is Minister of Music and Worship at Riverchase Methodist Church and is Associate Professor at UAB where he served as Chair of the Department of Music for 10 year. He was a member and student conductor of the A Cappella Choir.

Tai Richardson | Student Activities

Tai Richardson is a 2010 graduate of Samford University. After working in secondary education Tai began a career in Student Affairs, which led her to her current role at Western Carolina University. Tai previously served as a Residence Life Coordinator at Samford University.

Jerell Horton | Alumni

Jerell Horton is a proud member of the Samford University class of 2000. He has served as the Director of Bands at Vestavia Hills High School since 2006. Jerell is married to fellow Samford alum Monica Ogden Horton and they have three children Mj (9), Israel (3), and Chism (9 months).

James Frost | Music

James Daniel Frost, Tenor, has already sung more than 120 roles in Opera and Operetta with over 20 experience on the European stages. Although he was seen primarily at the Stadttheater Hildesheim (now Theater Niedersachsen), he also appeared at the Opera Houses in Leipzig, Bonn, Innsbruck, St. Louis, Boston, the Kennedy Center, i.a. In Musicals he performed roles in Cabaret, Brigadoon, Sugar, The Dance of the Vampires, i.a. Since 2007, he has been on the Voice faculty and Director of the Opera Theatre at Lee University.

GreaseThe Freshman Ladies are a rookie pit crew competing in their first race day! Although they are excited, they are up against some of the biggest names in racing. The race seems to be going great, but suddenly their car crashes! Will the pit crew be able to save the day and come back from this tragedy? Find out as the Freshman Ladies present “Grease.”

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Freshman Ladies

DIRECTORS

Sarah Beth Galbreath Clarie Kennedy Kaitlyn Wolterman

Gracie AbeeMary Brittan BurgessCaroline FingerLauren MolanderSarah Weido

Kaitlyn WoltermanClarie KennedySarah Beth Galbreath

Chadwick McDowell

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Special ThanksWe wanted to thank Maddie Smith for mentoring us through this process, Mary Gurney for all of her hard work on costumes, Chadwick for arranging, writing, and teaching the music, our committee for all of their help and encouragement, and finally Meg, Haley, and Lauren — none of this would have been possible without y’all!

Missed Connection“Missed Connection” is a story about what would happen if technology decided they had enough of listening to what humans say. In specific, it follows a woman using her “Alexis” for various tasks in her everyday life and eventually getting frustrated with her and the “Alexis” realizing that she has the ability to rise up and take control of the city.

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Delta Delta Delta

DIRECTORS

Melissa Gagnon Molly Finnegan Riley Jones

Abby ChilesLoren LeathAnna Dreher Brenna Truitt

Riley JonesMelissa Gagnon

Smith Leithart

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Special ThanksA huge thank you to Anna Dreher for patiently teaching us all the music, our committee for staying up late with us, and for Homewood Cumberland Presbyterian for allowing us to have a space to practice in every night, we really appreciate everything that y’all have done!

StruckWe’re glad to perform for you! “Struck” is a show about the process of two people falling in love. It’s the Spring semester of Senior year, and our protagonists are distraught over the large number of people in relationships and getting married. While they still are happy for their friends, they cannot help but feel a little sad for themselves. However, the ATO Step Sing team can help with that... Join ATO as we help these lovely people become “Struck” with one another!

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Alpha Tau Omega

DIRECTORS

Cambron Bice Daylan Jhin Brice Boyer

Andrew ClarkCole OwensCorbin SmithDustin VoetbergEthan Parrillo

Isaac BellJonah ClevelandJosh ChiodoJustin SamuelKai McCurley

Kevan CoyleParker KillebrewWesley Nance

Cambron BiceDaylan Jhin

Daniel Fox

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Special ThanksThe brothers of ATO would like to dedicate their show to Allie Woodside. Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Joel Smith for allowing us to use their garage for creating our banner and props.

Take A Hike “Take A Hike” follows the story of brave hikers on the quest to try to break the historic myth of the most mysterious creature…the YETI. The hikers stumble upon the unseen yeti colony and are eager to capture evidence of their existence. Startled by an intrusion and a flash, the yetis later find out that a photo was captured of them and could lead to the discovery of their existence. Fearful of what’s to come, the yetis band together to take back what is rightfully theirs. Journey along as we take a hike.

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Zeta Tau Alpha

DIRECTORS

Molly Biddle Timmi-Ann Kaurudar

Alexa WagnerCaleigh McClungKelsey Richardson

Daniel Fox

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Special ThanksMountaintop Community Church for allowing us to use their facilities, Leah Jones for vocal assistance, and Zeta Tau Alpha for a supportive sisterhood.

Allison ThomasAshton JohnstonCarson HungerfordCourtney LauriaKresta Pollard

Lauren PashleyMadison AlexanderPayton RichardsonCarly CollinsCaroline Brown

Olivia HewittShelby Luna

ScrappedIn “Scrapped”, a grandfather reminisces about youthful adventures he had with his wife when they were young. Browsing through a memory book with his grandchild, they reimagine the journey: soaring through the skies, exploring the jungle with a feathered friend, and discovering the majestic Angel Falls. Though the journey was not easy, the memories are priceless. Join Spectrum as we reminisce through our adventure scrapbook!

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Spectrum

DIRECTORS

Abby Plott Holly Vlach Alex Dunn

Melanie HancockEmily SandgrenAnnesley StreetsJake WilliamsSara Bartlett

Lauren CenterErin ClarkeHeather KrebelEthan Sanders

Finlay CouplandAlex DunnCecilia FieldElizabeth Jane Sanders

Kerry Joiner

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Special ThanksSpecial thanks to all of the grandparents who create adventures and lasting memories!

SwipedFor centuries, mischievous teenagers have made a hobby out of stealing garden gnomes and transporting them to a new, hidden location. In “Swiped”, the gnomes of the backyard community are put to the test following the disappearance of one of their own. Their journey to overcome daunting neighborhood obstacles in order to rescue their missing gnome proves that the backyard bond remains unbroken.

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Alpha Delta Pi

DIRECTORS

Abigail Lawson Hannah Reese Moseley

Abigail Okland

Abbie Lee WebsterAnnah Beth AlversonBrittany ChambersEmma Grace BentonErica WilsonIvy Adair Taylor

Mallory MesserMolly MckenzieSophie MaynardSydney AlbrechtKatie Saxon

Hannah Reese Moseley

Jack Allred

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Special ThanksMaddie Lee, Madeline Allred, Emily Allred, Jack Allred, Mary Gurney, and Jonathan Lawson

Chopped“Chopped” follows the story of a group of burly lumberjacks who love trees, maple syrup, and epic facial hair. All is well until a big, bad construction company invades their forest and challenges our sweet lumberjack’s way of life. What can the lumberjacks do to possibly stop this atrocity?

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Pi Kappa Phi

DIRECTORS

Connor Hafenrichter Will Jones McKinnon Sowell

Jack BrittlePierce MoffettJack LintonBo BurgessClay LongStephen Peacock

Ford RichardsonJackson DrakeMax ZimmermanTyler KendallStu Marshburn

Will JonesConnor HafenrichterJackson DrakeMax ZimmermanStu Marshburn

Clay LongJack LintonMcKinnon Sowell

Smith Leithart

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Special ThanksRich Fridy, Caleb Strawn, Andrew Titus, Grace Linton, Randall Buck, Garrett Galloway, John Hunsicker, Bill Billsby, Mike Nicastro, Michael Alldredge, Patrick Thompson, Thomas Shaw

iNSYNCCoach Eileen is no stranger to the world of synchronized swimming, but her new team, the Chlorinettes, is eager for the competition scene. Come dive in with IGnite as we prepare to embark to West Virginia for the first competition of the season. Point your toes, smile for the camera, and cross your fingers that we can stay “iNSYNC.”

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IGnite

DIRECTORS

Grace Phipps Alexis Amann Lucy Martin

Brennyn ShletonGracie WalkerMaggie RogersHaley Sue Harbison

Alexis AmannGracie WalkerLucy Martin

Bobby Smith

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Special ThanksMountain Brook Baptist Church, Mary Gurney, Emma Todd, Kamryn Ashby, Katie Vanden Hoek, Sarah Ashby Calhoun

Wildest Dreams“Wildest Dreams” is the story of a group of penguins who desire to leave the frigid cold and experience the glory of summertime. As they imagine their fantasy, they take action to make it a reality. Despite the difficult trek and risks necessary to get there, they overcome their fears so they can rejoice on the sandy beaches they only saw in their daydreams.

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Freshman Girls

DIRECTORS

Erin Cyrier Anna Caroline Kirkland

Reagan Welch

Natalie BuddBayleigh GarmonMaddie HixonLindsey Newsom

Reagan WelchLindsey NewsomBayleigh GarmonAnna Caroline Kirkland

Bobby Smith

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Special ThanksWe want to thank our amazing committee for helping us cre-ate the show! We want to thank our arranger Bobby Smith for his constant grace and willingness to make our track sound incredible. We also want to thank our costume designer Mary Gurney and her team for making our vision a reality! We want to thank Carrie Higginbotham for being a rockstar in helping us with our very first Step Sing experience! And lastly we want to thank Meg, Lauren, and Haley for being the best Step Sing producers ever!

Zero to Hero“Zero to Hero” tells the story of an underdog video game character who journeys through different levels of a game. She gathers power-ups and encounters some dangerously speedy turtles. Despite the obstacles in the underdog’s quest, she arrives at the final level - the lair of the evil villain. Will her friends be able to help her in this fight? Will she make it out the hero? Or... will it be Game Over for Indie Ladies?

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Independent Ladies

DIRECTORS

Jewel Trail Abby Olive Sammy Solberg

Abi OntiverosAnna KutskoBrooke HarmonHayley EarleHannah GibertJessica Shadden

Sammy SolbergAnsley Burnette

Sammy Solberg

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VIDEO GRAPHICS

Special ThanksWe’d like to thank Mary Gurney for her help with our cos-tumes. She took our ideas and made them a reality even when costume vendors tried to get in the way. We also want to thank Joel and Sara Burks for arranging our track and for vocal coaching and Nic Seaborn at Raleigh Avenue Baptist for allowing us to practice in their fellowship hall. Last but not least, we’d like to thank the friends and family that made this show come to life. You’re our heroes.

Joel Burks

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Rock With YouA curious group of cavemen venture out from their life of normalcy into a seemingly new world. They find food, invent the wheel, play with rocks, and discover fire. Their journey has not only satisfied their yearn for another life, but also made them historic...some might say prehistoric ;)

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Sigma Chi

DIRECTORS

Hampton Dortch Grayson Hill Jackson McKinney

Weldon WillisBen ViolaWes CraneThomas Ozburn

Jackson McKinney

Michael Southerland

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Special ThanksMary Gurney (Costumes & Props), Jamie and Julie Hill (Props), Tanner Fields and Sutton Richardson (Back-ground Videos), Chip Colee (Music), T.G.M.

Current EventsJust keep swimming, just keep swimming… “Current Events” show that there is danger at sea! Is it a cause for concern, or is it just another day in the life of a fish? Swim along with the sisters of Alpha Omicron Pi as they venture through treacherous waters. When you have fins to the left and fins to the right… wait, what were we talking about? Oh no, will these forgetful fish ever survive?

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Alpha Omicron Pi

DIRECTORS

Hope Dawson Rylee Jones Breana Murray

Kendall ChristianAlly KleckaTaylor RiddlePage SecreastRose TarwaterNicole Weldy

Hope DawsonAlly Klecka

Smith Leithart

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Special ThanksWe would like to thank the families and friends of Alpha Omicron Pi for all the hard work and dedication that made this show come to life. A special thank you to Mary Gurney, Smith Leithart, and some amazing moms and dads for keeping us afloat during this journey.

Busted“Busted” follows the adventures of a group of well-meaning, misunderstood ghosts who are just trying to have a good time. All seems well until a routine scare gets blown out of proportion and a team of “ghostbusters” arrive to shut down the party. Although the experienced ghostbusters have the upper hand, this group of ghosts will not go down without a fight!

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Phi Mu

DIRECTORS

Jen Stone Milly Lopez Ellie Evans

Anna FranklinCaitlyn TyusCaroline DymondChloe TowerEmily ThackerEmily Thorington

Emma HarveyKatie WhiteKennedy LooperLaura Asher

Milly LopezJen StoneAnna FranklinEmily Thacker

Michael Southerland

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Special ThanksDawson Memorial Baptist Church, Mary Gurney, Michael Southerland, Olivia Wood

Rise and ShineIn “Rise and Shine,” journey with us into the world of a loaf of bread. Determined to prove its usefulness, these slices will show you how amazing and versatile they are! But prepare yourself…not all bread is created equal, and sometimes even the best slices can go bad. Sit back, relax, and join Unclassified for the best thing since sliced bread!

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Unclassified

DIRECTORS

Jolie Carr Hannah Pellicer Meredith Stone

Anna HusseyKailee MarascoPayton Smith

Meredith Stone

Daniel Fox

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Special ThanksThe Metropolitan Church of God, Lucas Eddings, Mary Gurney

An Adaptation of an Ancient Home-Going Narrative “An Adaptation of an Ancient Home-Going Narrative” is a musical extravaganza based loosely of the epic Odyssey of Homer. It follows the story of a group of ancient Greek soldiers on their return from the Trojan War. After trudging through ten long years at war, the men are homesick, tired, and ready to see their wives and families. Along the way, though, they will have to face a few tribulations before they make it back home, and what a glorious homecoming it shall be!

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Dudes-A-Plenty

DIRECTORS

James Cole Sam Rapp Will Carlisle

Blake WhatleyEJ CastroRex StewartDane DunnavanBobby MahurinAndrew Brock

Drew WehryRyan CondraPatton CoonWill Tucker

EJ CastroNeeley TownesMarn Hoe ChongJames Cole

Bobby Smith

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Special ThanksSpecial thanks for Blake Whatley for his time and effort to create the quality video content for our show. Also, special thanks to Shades Cahaba Elementary for the use of their gym for practice.

CAUTION! “The Line-Up” brings to light the real truth of what it takes to be a traffic cone. Buckle your seatbelts as our work day as traffic cones comes to life. Standing our ground against unwanted guests, reckless drivers, and construction zone endangerment, we continue to persevere through the daily stress of our job. Stand with the Chi Omega Cones as together, with impeccable posture, we proudly sport our neon orange uniforms in order to gain recognition for protecting the good citizens of the neighborhood.

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Chi Omega The Line Up

DIRECTORS

Caroline Miller Grace Galloway Martha Grace Scripps

Anna SagerAnnie StrawnAshley FairAubrey KirklandBethany TyreCaitlin Seeley

Carly NormanElla WalkerEmma BucklesEva ParkerGrace AllenGrace Vero

Kate DyleskiKate VerlanderLiza ThornellMackenzie TerrellSara Kathryne BrumbelowSydney Kwasigroh

Martha Grace ScrippsGrace GallowayCaroline Miller

Daniel Fox

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Special ThanksThe Exceptional Foundation

Wright CenterPHOTOGRAPHY Photography and unauthorized recording, including the use of mobile devices such as telephones, are not permitted during the performances and can be considered U.S. copyright violation. PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES The Wright Center is committed to serving patrons with disabilities. Assisted listening devices are available in the Box Office. RESTROOMS AND WATER FOUNTAINS Patrons will find restroom facilities and water fountains in the lounge and on second-floor levels, both accessible by staircase and elevator. SAMFORD UNIVERSITY Samford University is an Equal Opportunity Institution that complies with applicable law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin. T-SHIRTS Long and short sleeve shirts are available in the lobby.Long $20/Short $15

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSAndrew Westmoreland, PresidentPhil Kimrey, Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management SPECIAL THANKSMeg Burleson, Assistant Director of Student Activities & Events Lauren Copelan, Coordinator of Student Activities & EventsLauren Taylor, Assistant Vice President for Campus & Residential LifeMary Gurney, Costume ConsultantPreston Little, Video Production and PhotographyBrad Radice, Executive Director of Broadcast MediaBJ Millican, Assistant Director of Broadcast MediaMadison Whiteneck, Graphic DesignBlake Whatley, PhotographyEmily Hynds, Score AuditorLive Media GroupSamford Marketing & CommunicationOffice of Alumni Programs & Annual GivingSamford University Residence LifeSamford University Campus RecreationClaire Pool

PRODUCTION STAFFQuincy Price, Stage ManagerNick Holdbrooks, Audio and Projection DesignScott Littleton, Lighting Designer and OperatorLaura Hicks, Assistant Stage ManagerSeth Cain, Assistant Stage ManagerRyan Douglas, Rail OperatorJim King, Spotlight OperatorJohn King, Spotlight Operator

WRIGHT CENTER STAFFKenny Gannon, Director, Performance VenuesKylen Wijayasuriya, Senior Production Stage ManagerJordan Jones, Assistant Production Stage ManagerIan Philips, Manager of House Venues

MEDIA CENTER STAFFEd Landers, Operations ManagerRemington Garfield, ProducerPatrick Cothran, Assistant Operations ManagerCarey Goin, Live Stream ProducerCaleb Canada, Live Stream Technical DirectorKyle Bowman, Technical DirectorJesse Reagan, Chief Audio EngineerMyres Allen, Audio EngineerMadison Hooks, Audio EngineerJosh Hawfield, Chief EngineerAndrew Reville, EngineerZach Miller, Engineer in TrainingVictor Wilder, Camera ShaderBrian Irwin, Jib OperatorTravis Spence, Camera OperatorSteve Cobb, Camera OperatorHunter Holmes, Camera OperatorWheat Bailey, GraphicsWhitman Kent, GraphicsYuan Wang, Assistant Graphics PRACTICE FACILITIESThank you to these organizations for allowing Samford students to practice in their facilities!

Crossroad Baptist ChurchDawson Family of FaithThe Exceptional FoundationHomewood Cumberland Presbyterian ChurchMetropolitan Church of GodMountain Brook Baptist ChurchMountain Brook Presbyterian ChurchMountaintop Community Church Raleigh Avenue Baptist ChurchShades Cahaba Elementary SchoolShades Valley Lutheran ChurchShades Valley YMCA

Thank you to all those who have dedicated their time, energy, and resources to make Step Sing 2020 a reality. This production would not be possible without the help of these and many others.

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