Oliver! Playbill

Director’s Note

Welcome to Oliver!, my first Community Theatre production!

NTPA’s Mike Mazur, a Charles Dickens scholar, and I had a conversation about Oliver!. He told me that everyone in the musical is an outsider. They are alone and looking to belong or become a part of something. They long for a family or community.

While this is true onstage…our cast is quite the opposite!

We have parents performing with their children, husbands and wives performing together…we even have actors performing with their grandparents! In addition we have NTPA Staff Members, current NTPA Youth Actors, NTPA Youth Alumni, NTPA Community Theatre veterans…and even those new to the NTPA family! This is what Community Theatre is all about, and I’m honored to be a part of it.

I was asked about what Oliver! means to me. Although there are several directions one could go, what is most resonating to me is the theme of love. As Oliver is searching for someone to love him and someone to love in return, I’m reminded that we are all worthy of love, and that our circumstances do not define our worth as people. Oliver’s journey made me remember a line from The Color Purple. The character of Celie says, “God forgot about me”. I feel like Oliver could say these same words. And while I can not explain the hardships on the journey of Oliver (or Celie), they were not forgotten. There was a higher plan in store for both of them. What does Oliver! mean to you?

May you all choose kindness and prioritize community in your life.

Much Love,

Nick Mann

Synopsis

Set in Victorian England, Oliver! follows the journey of an orphaned boy named Oliver Twist based on Charles Dickens’ classic tale. After escaping from a workhouse, he meets a group of juvenile criminals led by the cunning Fagin. Oliver becomes entangled in a world of theft and mischief, but his inherent goodness and innocence make him an unlikely protagonist in this dark setting.

Scene and Songs

Time: About 1850

Act 1

Scene 1: The Workhouse (Early evening)

• Song: Food, Glorious Food
• Song: Oliver!

Scene 2: The Workhouse Parlour (Later)

• Song: I Shall Scream!
• Song: Boy For Sale

Scene 3: The Undertaker’s

• Song: That’s Your Funeral
• Song: Where Is Love?

Scene 4: The Undertaker’s (Next morning)

Scene 5: Paddington Green (Week later)

• Song: Consider Yourself

Scene 6: The Thieves’ Kitchen (Later)

• Song: You’ve Got to Pick a Pocket or Two
• Song: Rum-Tum-Tum
• Song: It’s a Fine Life
• Song: I’d Do Anything
• Song: Be Back Soon

Scene 7: The Street

Intermission

Act 2

Scene 1: The “Three Cripples” (Following evening)

• Song: Oom-Pah-Pah
• Song: My Name
• Song: As Long as He Needs Me

Scene 2: The Brownlows’ (Two weeks later)

• Where Is Love? (Reprise)
• Who Will Buy?

Scene 3: The Thieves’ Kitchen (Later)

• Song: It’s a Fine Life (Reprise)
• Song: Reviewing the Situation

Scene 4: The Workhouse (A few days later)

• Song: Oliver! (Reprise)

Scene 5: The Brownlows’ (Later)

• Song: As Long as He Needs Me (Reprise)

Scene 6: London Bridge (Midnight)

• Song: London Bridge / Reviewing the Situation (Reprise)
• Song: Bows

Cast list

Oliver Twist

• Benson Flowers
• Jaxon Stewart

Fagin

• Kevin Forman
• Ed Kless

Artful Dodger

• Nadya Leduc
• Caden Pesola

Bill Sikes

• Chris LaBove

Nancy

• Sydni Casaubon
• Bella Correa

Bet

• Cara Kless
• Lucy Snider

Mr. Bumble

• Jason Hamby
• Seigen Walker

Widow Corney

• Emily Johnston
• Crystal Elizabeth Walker

Mr. Brownlow / Chairman

• Paul Evans
• Darrell Simmerman

Mr. Sowerberry

• Reece Brockman
• Cesar Guerra

Mrs. Sowerberry

• Jamie Lam
• Grainne Noel

Charlotte

• Jillian Everett
• Janie Smith

Noah Claypole/Fagin’s Gang

• Caleb Johnston

Dr. Grimwig

• Elijah Snider

Mrs. Bedwin

• Jennifer Chappelle
• Maanasa Thanjavur

Old Sally

• Meryl K. Evans
• Jennifer Redman

Charley Bates

• Virginia Chappelle
• Annaliese LaBove

First Woman/Governor/Milkmaid

• Cindy Badon

Second Woman/Governor/Matron

• Nicole Vertal

Nipper

• Indiana Campbell

Captain

• Eleanor Hamby

Production Team

Director

• Nick Mann

Music Director

• Rachel Moes

Choreographer

• Camille Williams

Set Build

• Paul Evans

Show Managers

• Emily Johnston
• Christine Kless
• Natalie Smith

Costume Design

• Jennifer Everett

Props and Promotions Coordinator

• Amanda Campbell

Ticket Coordinator

• Jennifer Chappelle

Concessions Coordinator

• Wendy Brewer

Backstage Coordinator

• Elijah Snider

Social Media Coordinator

• Bella Correa

Playbill Coordinator

• Meryl K. Evans

Volunteer Coordinator

• Nicole Vertal

Cast Party Coordinator

• Darrell Simmerman

T-Shirt Coordinator and Photographer

• Natalie Smith

Student Choreographers

• Cara Kless
• Nadya Leduc

Creative biographies

Nick Mann

Nick grew up in the towns of Bowie, TX and Carlsbad, NM. Even as a child, Nick was always interested in drama. He recalls the very first musical he created with stuffed animals and a tape recorder when he was in the 4th Grade! Nick graduated from the University of North Texas earning a B.A. in Theatre Performance and Education. His advanced training includes Song Interpretation with Tony Award-Winning Actress Betty Buckley, Meisner Acting Technique with Terry Martin and Improv and Sketch Comedy at The Second City Training Center.

Nick is also a Stand-Up Comedian and playwright. His play, Baby of Mine, was a semifinalist for the 2012 Eugene O’Neill National Playwrights Conference. Nick’s special talent is that he can name all the winners of every Academy Award in the Picture and Acting category (Hopefully that means he will win one)!

Nick was honored as NTPA’s Director of the Year for 2017. His all-time favorite directing credit is 2019’s “Les Miserables”, which took home the honor “Outstanding Musical” at the inaugural Senior AMP Awards. Other favorite directing credits include “Pippin”, “Bright Star”, “Carousel”, “Fiddler on the Roof”, “The Drowsy Chaperone”, “Little Women”, “Mary Poppins”, “Hello, Dolly!”, “Into the Woods”, “Newsies”, “Shrek the Musical”, “The Lion King,” “Guys and Dolls,” “The Little Mermaid,” “The Sound of Music,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Anything Goes” and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”

Rachel Moes

Rachel Moes (Music director) is a choir teacher and performer based in DFW. She has nearly a decade of experience as a soloist and ensemble member in both DFW and her hometown of Denver, Colorado, performing a wide range of genres. She earned B.M. degrees in Vocal Performance and Music Education from the UNT College of Music. Rachel is thrilled to bring her musical skills to Oliver, and has enjoyed working with the cast to bring this beloved production to life!

Camille Williams

Camille Williams (Choreographer) started dancing at the age of 3 in Carrollton. She went on to join her studio’s competition team winning multiple national awards and titles. Afterward, she moved to a pre-professional ballet studio to focus on ballet technique where she performed in the Nutcracker annually. Camille was a member of the Hebron High School Silver Wings drill team and joined the elite team as a freshman. During this time, she started teaching ballet for Texas Dynamix Gymnastics.

Camille holds B.A. in Dance from the University of North Texas and Teacher Certification. She has performed works by classmates, faculty, and guest artists. In March 2025, her Senior Capstone, Imperceptus, was selected to be adjudicated at the American College Dance Association South Central Conference. In addition to her work, she performed in a piece set by Black Label Movement.

She has taught children of all ages for 9 years in different studios. In addition, she has taught ballet, contemporary and musical theatre master classes for schools, drill teams and studios and has judged company auditions. Camille’s most recent projects have been Clinical Student Teaching with the Creekview Dance Department, musical choreography, her Progressing Ballet Technique Certification, and her Fletcher Pilates Certification.

Cast biographies

Cindy Badon

Cindy Badon (Milkmaid, Governor) is enjoying her 10th on-stage role at NTPA. She’s also participated in Deaf Theatre and is part of the NTPA Governing Board as the Board Chair for the Starcatchers Troupe. It’s been thrilling to return to the stage after many years off being a teacher and a mom. Cindy thanks her husband and sons for their love and support of her returning to the stage. She would also like to thank her vocal coach, Susan Hanlon for her guidance! Thank you, Nick and Rachel, for trusting her with the roles.

Reece Brockman

Reece Brockman (Mr. Sowerberry) is delighted to be in Oliver!, a favorite musical of his since he was a boy. Reece comes to NTPA’s Community Theater by way of his daughter. They did a production here together before she went off to NYC to study theater in college. He thought it was going to be a one-time thing, but it seems he found a hobby, as this is his 8th production with the group. Reece would like to thank the entire cast and crew for allowing him to participate, and his family for the support they give him to be here.

Indiana Campbell

Indiana Campbell (Nipper) is 10 years old and a 5th grader in Frisco ISD. She is thrilled to be in her fifth production with NTPA. Her favorite role has been Rafiki in Lion King KIDS. When she’s not on stage or singing show tunes, she is an avid reader and comic creator. Indy is grateful to Mr. Nick for the opportunity and the cast, crew, and volunteers that worked hard to make Oliver! come to life, and she also wants to thank YOU for supporting arts in our community!

Sydni Casaubon

Sydni Casaubon (Nancy) has been involved in theatre for 16 years. This is her third show with NTPA. She’s trained in dance and spends her days directing children’s productions at NTPA. Playing Nancy has been a dream, so she would love to thank her director for this opportunity. She would also like to thank her mother for fostering her love of performing as a child. Lastly, she would like to extend her gratitude to this cast for surrounding her with love throughout this process. She definitely considers herself at home here at NTPA!

Jennifer Chappelle

Jennifer Chappelle (Mrs. Bedwin) is delighted to be part of Oliver! and especially grateful for the opportunity to share the stage with her daughter, Virginia. A lifelong lover of music and theatre, Jennifer cherishes every moment onstage. Offstage, she juggles family life with leading her marketing and events agency, Pieridae Group. She sends heartfelt thanks to Nick Mann for this opportunity and to her husband, John, and their two children for their constant love, encouragement, and support.

Virginia Chappelle

Virginia Chappelle (Charley Bates) is a fifth grader at BASIS Charter School and thrilled to be part of this incredible cast! Oliver! marks her twelfth production with NTPA. Virginia has a deep love for singing, dancing, and fashion design. Outside of theater, she enjoys drawing, playing volleyball, swimming, and creating amazing nail art. She sends heartfelt thanks to Mr. Mann, the amazing production team, and her family for their constant support and encouragement on her acting journey.

Bella Correa

Bella Correa (Nancy) is thrilled to make her NTPA Community Theatre debut after having worked with NTPA Rep! Recent credits: Baker’s Wife (INTO THE WOODS), Countess Lily (ANASTASIA), and Matilda Hyde (ALL SHOOK UP) with NTPA Repertory; Joanne (COMPANY); Beatrice (MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING). She graduated from Texas A&M University (Class of ’23! Whoop!) with a degree in marketing and works in management consulting. Endless thanks to her family and friends for their support and love, and to the cast and production team who have made her feel like “one of the family”!

Meryl K. Evans

Meryl K. Evans (Old Sally) returns for her 8th show because she considers NTPA one of the family. Recent roles include Lady Anne (CAMELOT) and Milky White (NTPA Repertory INTO THE WOODS). Off-stage, Meryl is a TEDx and international keynote speaker, author, and consultant who was born profoundly deaf. She’s an advocate and volunteer who serves on the NTPA Repertory Board. Meryl thanks Nick and the Oliver! family for their considerable efforts. She thanks her spouse Paul (Mr. Brownlow), friends, and family for their support. For Elisa, with love. Consider yourself one of us!

Paul Evans

Paul Evans (Mr. Brownlow/Chairman) This is Paul’s 7th time taking the stage in a NTPA production and his 9th set build. Paul was a founding Co-Chairperson of NTPA’s Deaf Theatre and currently serves on its board. Paul also serves as a Set Build Administrator. Paul wants to thank Nick Mann for the opportunity, his spouse Meryl, and their three children for their love, support, and encouragement. Meryl, who was born deaf, continues to inspire Paul with her tireless advocacy and education efforts for inclusion and accessibility.

Jillian Everett

Jillian Everett (Charlotte) is a sophomore at Denton High School. She’s very thankful for the opportunity to work with Nick and her very talented fellow cast members in this production of Oliver. This is Jillian’s 42nd show with NTPA following recent performances as Wendy in Peter Pan and Lady Catherine in Camelot. Jillian also enjoys drill team, dance, choir, Destination Imagination, and her school’s competitive BBQ team. She is very thankful for the love and support of her family and friends and the continued opportunities to do what she loves.

Benson Flowers

Benson Flowers (Oliver) is a current member of the North Texas Performing Arts  family participating in many of their community theater productions including this one! Some of his favorite past roles have been SpongeBob (SpongeBob, the Musical) , Scar (The Lion King), Tiny Tim (Scrooge, the Musical),  and Carlos (Descendants, the Musical). Benson would like to thank Mr. Nick and, his mother for the wonderful opportunity and the entire cast and NTPA family for making this a second home for him also, Consider Yourself One of Us!

Kevin Forman

Kevin Forman (Fagin) enjoys getting on stage and dressing like a hobo, which means he just pulls clothes from his closet. Past roles include Willy Wonka (Willy Wonka, duh), Tevye (Fiddler), Ensemble (Deaf Theatre), and stunt double for the M3GAN robot. In his spare time, he fights his HOA on what he should be able to do with his own property. Thanks to his wife for putting up with a household full of theater dorks, son Sean for his inspiration, and son Ryan for being the best cheering section of all time.

Cesar Guerra

Cesar Guerra (Mr. Sowerberry) is a Plano Board Member and is thrilled to join his third Community show with NTPA! Cesar previously acted on Mary Poppins (Admiral Boom and Von Hussler) and Wizard of Oz (Winkies General) and is really excited to be on the stage with this wonderful cast. Cesar likes to read and spend time with his family. He extends his heartfelt thanks to his kids Ana and Cesar for inspiration, his wife Ofelia for all the support and expresses gratitude to Mr. Nick for this opportunity.

Jason Hamby

Jason Hamby (Mr. Bumble) This is Jason’s 11th performance with NTPA Community Theater. Previous roles include Emile De Becque in South Pacific and the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz. Jason is an avid guitarist and enjoys the camaraderie of musical theater and his friends at NTPA. Jason is a source of significant nonsense and enjoys making people laugh and smile. He is overjoyed to share the stage with his Granddaughter Eleanor. He thanks his daughter for encouraging him to perform and he thanks his wife, once again, for being a smokin’ hawt babe.

Eleanor Hamby

Eleanor Hamby (Workhouse/Fagin’s Gang) is 8 years old and joining her first big production with NTPA. She is happy to let her Grampy join her in the cast. She loves singing, dancing, cartwheels, kittens, swimming and being the apple of her Jo Jo’s and Glammy’s eye. She thanks Mr. Nick for being a great director and is so excited to perform.

Caleb Johnston

Caleb Johnston (Noah Claypole/Captain) is excited to be performing in his first show with Mr. Nick! This will be Caleb’s 28th performance with NTPA. Some previous favorite roles include Michael Banks (Mary Poppins), Moonface Martin (Anything Goes Jr.), Toad (Frog and Toad Kids), and Marlin (Finding Nemo Kids). When he’s not on stage, you can find Caleb singing, playing video games, or cuddling his cute dogs, Luna and Clover. He’d like to thank his family for their support and Mr. Nick for this opportunity.

Emily Johnston

Emily Johnston (Widow Corney) is thrilled to be back with NTPA for her fourth community show!  Previous favorite roles include Miss Andrew (Mary Poppins) and Mrs. Armstrong (The Best Christmas Pageant Ever).  Emily is thankful to Mr. Nick for allowing her to perform with her son, Caleb, and to have so much fun bullying children on-stage. Offstage you can find Emily serving on the Frisco and Governing Boards of NTPA or driving her kids somewhere. She’d like to thank her husband and older son, Evan, for supporting this crazy hobby.

Cara Kless

Cara Kless (Bet) is thrilled to be performing in her 42nd NTPA production and fourth with her dad! She loves the friends she has made and is grateful for the directors and parent volunteers. Cara is a student intern, performs with NTPA’s JTF Troupe, and is an ACE. Favorite roles include Amy (Little Woman), Karen (Mean Girls), and Hodel (Fiddler). Thank you to Mr. Nick for the opportunities, to Miss Cibby, Caren, and my family for your continued support.

Ed Kless

Oliver! marks Ed’s tenth show with NTPA and is thrilled to portray the character of Fagin. Previous NTPA roles include Arthur (Camelot), Wonka, Lazar Wolf (Fiddler on the Roof), Rudolfo (Matilda), von Trapp (Sound of Music), and Ghost of Jacob Marley (Scrooge). He thanks his wife, Christine (Show Manager), daughter, Cara (Bet), and son, Sean (audience member), for their love and support. Peace and courage!

Annaliese LaBove

Annaliese LaBove (Charlie Bates/Fagin’s Gang) Annaliese is thrilled to perform another show with Mr. Nick. She is going into the 7th grade at Irma Rangel, and this will be her 9th performance with NTPA, with previous shows including Annie Jr. (Lily), The Jungle Book Kids (King Louie), Annie Jr. (Annie), Les Misérables (Gavroche’s gang), The Secret Garden (Mary), and Xanadu Jr. (Euterpe). She loves meeting new people at every show that she is in! She would like to thank her friends, family, and especially Mr. Nick. Sit back and enjoy the show!

Chris LaBove

Chris LaBove (Bill Sikes) is thrilled to be a part of Oliver! with his daughter Annaliese who convinced him to audition with her. This is Chris’s first show with NTPA as an actor. He has volunteered with NTPA on 9 productions in various capacities and serves on the NTPA Dallas Management Board. He would like to thank Nick for trusting him with this challenging role and the rest of the cast and team for making this so much fun. “Love to Leslie and JT for putting up with our rehearsal shenanigans at home!”

Jamie Lam

Jamie Lam (Mrs. Sowerberry/Strawberry Girl) This is Jamie’s first production with NTPA. She’s thrilled to join a warm and welcoming community—hopefully the first of many! A University of North Texas graduate with a degree in Choral Music Education, Jamie is excited to reconnect with her love for musical theatre. She teaches K–5 elementary music in Coppell, where she shares the magic and unity of music with her students daily. Jamie is deeply grateful to the cast and crew for their dedication, and to her loved ones for encouraging her to try something new.

Nadya Leduc

Nadya Leduc (Artful Dodger) Nadya is 17 years old and is a senior at Booker T Washington HSPVA! She has been doing theater since she was 4 and wants to pursue it in college. Her favorite roles include Anne Boleyn (Six) and Snoopy (You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown). “Consider yourself one of the family” and enjoy the show! She would like to thank Nick and her mama for all the support and love.

Grainne Noel

Grainne Noel (Mrs. Sowerberry) is excited to be returning to the stage for her second NTPA community theatre show. Playing Mrs. Sowerberry has been more fun than she could have imagined. She would like to thank our wonderful director, Nick Mann, and the entire cast of Oliver! for this incredible experience. She considers herself very much at home at the NTPA.

Caden Pesola

Caden Pesola (Artful Dodger) is a senior at Sachse High School this fall, and is new to NTPA, but has participated in three shows with NTPA over the past few months! His roles recently included Captain Von Trapp in Sound of Music, and Mark Cohen in Rent. He is a member of the International Thespian Society at his school, and qualified to participate this summer at the National ITS Festival in Indiana. Caden is looking forward to continuing to be a part of NTPA in the future and is thankful to the cast and crew of Oliver for all of their hard work.

Jennifer Redman

Jennifer Redman (Old Sally) Jennifer is thrilled to reprise the role of Old Sally as an adult with this amazingly talented cast! Jennifer shares a love of theater with her daughter, Georgia, who is an active NTPA performer. Jennifer can also be found on stage annually in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Jennifer is so grateful for the direction of Nick Mann and the opportunity.

Darrell Simmerman

Darrell Simmerman (Mr. Brownlow, grandfather of Oliver). The part fits Darrell him since he is already a grandfather of six. OLIVER! is one of his favorite musical productions. This is his first performance since he appeared in a High School drama 55 years ago. Since retirement, Darrell has been working on bucket-list items, writing many short stories, poetry, and setting some of it to music. He teaches S.A.I.L. classes at Collin College, coaches Middle School basketball, and loves to walk Jagger, the best dog in the world.

Janie Smith

Janie Smith (Charlotte) is in 9th grade at the amazing Great Lakes Academy in Plano.This is her 34th show with NTPA, and her first Community show. Janie adores Mr. Nick and is grateful for this opportunity to be a part of this amazing cast! She would like to thank her fellow performers, friends, family and teachers for their love, support and encouragement.

Elijah Snider

Elijah Snider (Dr. Grimwig) is a 22-year-old performer thrilled to be appearing in Oliver! as Dr. Grimwig. Previous NTPA stage credits include Sir Dinadan in Camelot and Uncle Henry/Gate Guard in The Wizard of Oz. Outside of theater, Elijah is the lead singer and guitarist for the Dallas-based alt-rock band “Chimney Dream.” He’s grateful to be part of such a talented cast and crew.

Lucy Snider

Lucy Snider (Bet) is 14 years old and in the 9th grade. This is her 11th show with NTPA. Some of her favorite past roles include Dorothy Gale (The Wizard of Oz), Rafiki (The Lion King Jr.), and Kathy Cratchit (Scrooge the Musical). Lucy has been dancing for 12 years and has trained in many styles. She would like to thank Mr. Nick and the show managers for making this production happen.

Jaxon Stewart

Jaxon (Oliver) is 12 years old and is in 8th grade at NTPA Academy and Texas Connections. He is very excited to play Oliver! Since his role as Tiny Tim in Scrooge with NTPA Community Theater in 2021, he loves all things Dickens. This is his 28th major production with NTPA and his third time working with Mr. Nick. He wants to thank his parents for always supporting him and Mr. Nick for believing in him and helping him become a better actor.

Maanasa Thanjavur

Maanasa Thanjavur (Mrs. Bedwin) is excited to make her NTPA debut in Oliver! A music enthusiast and cybersecurity professional by day, she took a leap into musical theatre with this role and is thrilled to bring Mrs. Bedwin to life. When not on stage, she enjoys hanging out with her three chaotic kitties. Maanasa sends her heartfelt thanks to her vocal teacher, Susan, for encouraging her to audition and supporting her every step of the way.

Nicole Vertal

Nicole Vertal (Second Woman/Governor/Matron) is excited to return for her second NTPA community theater production! She serves as Board President and Costume Coordinator at POPCS, where some favorite projects include Legally Blonde Jr., SpongeBob, and Shrek Jr. Outside of theater, she enjoys thrifting with her daughter, gardening, and time with friends, family, and her dogs, Kylo and Echo. Nicole is grateful to Nick for the opportunity to perform and to the amazing team who brought this production to life!

Crystal Elizabeth Walker

Crystal Elizabeth Walker is delighted to play Widow Corney in one of her favorite musicals, Oliver!, especially alongside her real-life leading man, Seigen (Mr. Bumble). Past roles include the Wicked Witch of the West (Oz) and Mrs. Fezziwig (Scrooge). Crystal is the founder of the North Texas Tease, a theatrical burlesque troupe, and proud momma to six wonderful kids, with beloved fur-babies Kyle the cat and Kevin the dog completing the cast of her amazing family!

Seigen Walker

Seigen Walker (Mr. Bumble) has performed in over 30 productions with some favorites including Donkey (Shrek The Musical), The Cowardly Lion (Wizard of Oz), Sebastian (The Little Mermaid) and is so thrilled to be completing a full circle with this show he auditioned for ten years ago, but didn’t get to do then. He is especially excited to do this show with his amazing wife Crystal, daughter Lucy, and son Elijah! He hopes you enjoy the show!!!

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