Book by Rick Elice
Music by Wayne Barker
Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson
Directed by Christine Crawfis
Music Direction by Karen Dalmer-Sheehy, Holden Maiorana
Choreography by Carlos Gomez, Movement and Intimacy by Kaela Altman
Sun Matinee 2pm | Sun 11/15
Sat Matinee 2pm | Sat 11/21
The story of how Peter became Pan.
A grown up prequel to Peter Pan, this Tony Award®–winning adventure reimagines the Neverland you never knew. Peter and the Starcatcher transforms the classic tale with a wildly inventive origin story of how a nameless orphan became The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up. An ensemble cast conjures more than a hundred characters through ingenious stagecraft and boundless imagination.
With music, mermaids, stardust treasure, a spirited heroine, unruly pirates, and a wickedly absurd Captain, Peter and the Starcatcher takes flight. Pirates included. Plenty of them.
This wild adventure is fun for adults and children; we recommend this play for patrons 10 and older.
Peter and the Starcatcher is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. MTIShows.com
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SYNOPSIS:
PLACE: The docks of Portsmouth in England, the ships Neverland and Wasp, and Mollusk Island
TIME: 1885 - Victorian era (during the reign of Queen Victoria)
THERE WILL BE ONE 15-MINUTE INTERMISSION.
WHO’S WHO:
CAST (in alphabetical order)
is a singer, actor, and dancer. He was just most recently in the County Players production of Something Rotten! (Nigel Bottom). Hunter’s heart is on the stage and he is hoping to pursue this professionally. He has also been in many shows elsewhere, including The Addams Family, Hairspray, Legally Blonde, Bring It On, and The Lightning Thief. He wants to thank all his friends and family who never gave up on him and supported him throughout this process. He also sends all his love to the cast and crew of this production. “This is gonna be one awfully big adventure.”
Previous credits include Company (Rhinebeck Theater Society), Into the Woods (Bright Star Productions), Anything Goes, Évita, RENT, The Secret Garden, Me and My Girl, Celebration (Stagedoor Manor), Into the Woods, A Chorus Line, Grease, It’s A Wonderful Life, A Christmas Carol, The Sound of Music (The Company Theater). When not on-stage, she can be found coaching at her local CrossFit gym or cutting fabric at her sister’s store. She thanks her husband, Alex, for his constant love, support, and taking over baby duty while she rediscovers her love for theatre, as well as all her friends and family for their ongoing support. County Players debut!
is thrilled to be a part of this “stellar” production. Jess has played roles in Spelling Bee, James and the Giant Peach, and Geek! (The Macaulay Theater Club at CUNY), as well as Clybourne Park and Into the Woods (CCNY). Jess’s County Players debut was in last year’s CP2 production of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley (Arthur DeBourgh), and she’s excited to be in her first main stage show! Currently, Jess works for an audiobook company and produces the audio drama podcast Heinous Investigations. “Thanks to the PatS cast and crew for this amazing experience, to Mom, Dad, and Nanny for their love and support, to Victor for laughing at my jokes, and to Jordan for sending me inspirational GIFs of Moira Rose.”
has worked around the arts and entertainment world in various
capacities (fine arts foundry worker, art courier, art department, theater stage builder, set dresser for film and television) for the last fourteen years, but he never once dreamed of being on the stage. However, he decided to try something new for a change and is thrilled to be on the stage rather than behind it! This will be Alec’s first production ever and he could not ask for a better one to start with. Alec thanks both the cast and crew for being warm, inviting and totally awesome people! Alec also thanks his lovely wife, Megan Longwell, for showing him the door into this magical and zany side of the stage. No AI was used in the making of this bio. County Players debut!
is excited to make his County Players debut with Peter and the Starcatcher. Brian, normally behind the scenes, was seen on- stage this past March in The Wedding Singer at The CENTER for Performing Arts in Rhinebeck. Brian would like to thank Christine, Karen, Holden, Chris, Danielle, and the entire production team for this opportunity. He would also like to thank the entire cast and crew for making this such a wonderful experience, and his family and friends for their continued love and support. County Players debut!
is a multidisciplinary theatre artist from the Hudson Valley, and is stoked to be back onstage at County Players in a show she loves so much. This is her second trip to Neverland, having played with Up in One Productions in 2023. Previously with County Players, she’s been seen in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Olive), Almost, Maine (Marvalyn/Shelly), and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Protean). Elsewhere, she’s been on-stage in many shows, including Rent (CENTERStage Productions), The Wedding Singer (RTS), and Next Door (Definitely Human Theatre), as well as directing from time-to-time. She currently serves as secretary on the Board of Directors for RTS. Lisa is also a regular victim, murderer, or shady bystander with the Acme Mystery Company. Love to Mom and Dad, and Lisa is sorry she’s mostly done shows you’ve already seen her in this year.
Past performances include: Something Rotten! (Ensemble), The Time of the Cuckoo (Schoolhouse Theater), The Worth of Women (Kairos Italy Theatre), Columbia: The Life and Death of Rospo D.Oro (PipeDream Theatre), Sister Act (Clocktower Players), Broadway on Broadway (The Broadway League/Times Square Alliance), Shine On: Celebrating Women Making History (Radio City Music Hall) as well as numerous film/TV, musical podcasts, one-acts, readings and cabarets throughout NYC and Westchester. Deepest gratitude to her loved ones for their unwavering support. Per Papà!
previous acting credits include Something Rotten! (Bea),
Big Fish (Alabama Lamb), and Ragtime (Ensemble). Megan has also performed regionally in Curtains (The Playhouse at Museum Village), Rock of Ages (Northstar Theater) and Follies (The Philipstown Depot Theater). Megan is so proud to be sharing the stage with her amazing husband, Alec, in this production. A big thank you to all the friends and family who continue to come out and support her in all her shows.
was previously seen in The Humans (Aimee) in 2023. Other Hudson Valley credits include What the Constitution Means to Me (Rosendale Theatre), Every Brilliant Thing (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck). Texas credits include: Steel Magnolias (Shelby), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Godspell (Northwood Players), Gypsy (Palace Theatre). Ivy is the Junior Program Director at Beekman Golf Course and co-Founder of Twindeavor. More information can be found at IvyMeehan.com. Tip of the hat to stage management, music directors extraordinaire, indefatigable movement shepherds, Captain Christine, and this tenacious crew. Shoutout
to Dan for handling bedtime, Isla and Piper for their brutally honest dance feedback, and her village of helpers!
was last on the County Players stage in Something Rotten! (Nostradamus). Other performances include Witch (Cuddy), Ragtime (Tateh), An Ideal Husband (Vicomte de Nanjac), A Funny Thing… (Hysterium), Constellations (Narrator), and Native Gardens (Pablo). Outside of County Players, Glen was in Company (RTS), Sweeney Todd and Peter and the Starcatcher (Up in One Productions), as well as The Wizard of Oz and Shrek the Musical (CENTERstage Productions). Glen would like to thank Karen, Molly, Aidan, and the rest of their family for always showing their support. Now, you know what to do if you believe.
has been featured in productions of Les Misérables and The Pajama Game (North Rockland High School), and Unnatural Acts: Harvard’s Secret Court of 1920 (SUNY New Paltz). He would like to thank
the cast, crew, and production team for making this amazing show come together. He also appreciates and thanks his friends, family, and loved ones for all of the love and support over the past couple of months. He would love to give an extra shoutout to Jazzy, his number one feline supporter and the best fur baby ever! County Players debut!
has acted in multiple local productions such as A Few Good Men (County Players), Company (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck), and Prelude to a Kiss (Heights Players). He is very excited to have the chance to work with County Players again, and with such an incredible show. Everyone in the cast and crew has been super welcoming and kind, and he’d like to thank them for their work and dedication. He also wants to thank his friends and family for putting up with him. “Enjoy the show!”
is a NY-based actor, choreographer, voice teacher, and cat lover. Professional stage credits include Sweeney Todd (Core Theatre Group) and Rocky Horror (Core Theatre Group). Select local stage credits include Company (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck), Oliver! (TIS), Gypsy (The CENTER), and Our Town (TIS). Film credits include Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (HBO), Chang Can Dunk (Disney+), and One December Night (Hallmark). Jane is a former Walt Disney World Entertainment cast member. She made her NYC debut earlier this year and is incredibly excited to return to the County Players stage after more than a decade, having last appeared here in Jesus Christ Superstar. She is grateful to be part of a story that celebrates friendship, courage, and the magic of believing in something bigger than yourself. Thank you to her family, friends, and fur babies for their love and support.
is thrilled to return to County Players, having appeared in Camping with Henry and Tom (Henry Ford), An Ideal Husband (Sir Robert), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Pseudolus), and The Book of Will (Henry Condell). An actor and writer for many years in New York City, favorite productions include David Simpatico’s The Secret of Life, Angels in America (Elmwood Playhouse) and a musical adaptation of Pleasantville, for which he also wrote lyrics. He wrote and co-starred in the satirical musical revue Political Idol (2008 and 2020). He dedicates this performance to the doctors and staff at MSK – true Starcatchers, with a rejuvenating magic all their own. RobertYarnall.com
is an actor, mover, and crooner based out of Poughkeepsie. SUNY New Paltz Theatre Alum. Last seen at County Players in Something Rotten! (Nick Bottom) and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Chip Tolentino). Recent credits include Groundhog Day (Up in One Productions) and Bat Boy (SUNY New Paltz). When not on stage, you can find Irving on the dance floor for a good ol’ line dance. He sends his love and gratitude to all of his friends and family that have supported him through the years as he returns to his calling. Additional love and gratitude to this wonderful cast and crew!
is happy to be back on the County Players’ stage since appearing in Something Rotten! (Robin) this spring, though he didn’t realize he would be trading in his dress for swim fins! Seriously, it’s been fun trying on the character of Captain Scott, the real-life celebrity explorer of the Antarctic, and discovering the connection between the British hero and the novelist/playwright Sir J.M. Barrie. Scott thanks the entire Starcatcher team, and his starlit soulmate Erica.
(Boy)
(Teacher, Dance Captain)
(Prentiss)
(Sanchez, Co-Costume Designer)
(Mack)
(Ted)
(Mrs. Bumbrake)
(Fighting Prawn, Co-Costume Designer)
(Smee/Greggors)
(Black Stache)
(Alf)
(Grempkin)
(Molly)
(Lord Aster)
(Slank/Hawking Clam, Fight Captain)
(Captain Scott)
CREW
is a summa cum laude graduate from the University at Buffalo with a BFA in Music Theatre. She was recently seen as William Shakespeare in Something Rotten! here at County Players. Some of her favorite credits include Follies (Philipstown Depot Theatre), Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors (WCLOC Theater Company), Ride the Cyclone, 9 to 5, Outrage, and Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (University at Buffalo) She would like to thank her family, friends, and wonderful boyfriend, Irving, for their constant love and support. Break a leg to the amazing cast and production team! sophiavessecchia.com, Instagram: @sophia_vessecchia and @thesophiavee
is honored to be a part of this great production team! He has been involved in many County Players productions, both on-stage and as crew. Notable productions include A Few Good Men (LTC Nathan Jessep), Lips Together, Teeth Apart (stage manager); Big Fish (Amos Calloway); Into the Breeches! (stage manager); Ragtime (ensemble); and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Marcus Lycus); as well as Kinky Boots (Mr. Price) at Dutchess Community College where he teaches history. Mike served 23 years as an armored cavalryman in the US Army. “Thanks to the crew for their fantastic work. Love always to Connie. Go Army, Beat Navy!”
has stage-managed readings of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley, Witch, The Burdens, Admissions, and The Niceties, as well as main stage productions of Native Gardens, Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt 2B, The Dining Room, Something Rotten!, and Vanya and Sonya and Masha and Spike here at County Players. She has managed productions of Every Brilliant Thing, Godspell, Bat Boy, Little Women, Hello! Dolly, Something Rotten!, She Kills Monsters, and other shows on various stages with various production companies around Dutchess County. She is a member of the County Players Board of Governors.
became ever so prepared for her role as an ASM by playing a Stage Manager in Curtains (The Playhouse at Museum Village). Other credits: Something Rotten! (County Players) and Follies (Phillipstown Depot Theatre). Film/TV/Voice-over credits include Marriage Material (Fox Searchlight), Conan (TBS), Sex Sent Me to the ER (TLC), and Elder Scrolls: Dark Brotherhood (Bethesda Games). She performed for many years in LA with her improv troupe “Weird on Top” as well as directed in various one-acts and theatre festivals. She has also written and is currently writing several screenplays which she is working to those produced. A proud Plus Size Model. When not performing she can be found teaching Swim at British Swim School in Poughkeepsie, or spending time with her fur babies, Luna and Nova. Thank you to my family for your love and support!
is thrilled to be a part of this production. Previous County Players fight choreography credits include: Something Rotten!, A Few Good Men, The Dining Room, Lips Together, Teeth Apart; Big Fish; Incorruptible; and Native Gardens. CP acting credits include: Into the Breeches! (June), George Washington’s Teeth (Ann), and Molly Sweeney (Molly). A lifelong theater-nerd, Kaela has been performing, producing, and choreographing for over 20 years. “Big thanks to the cast and crew for their willingness to play!”
is an Emmy award-winning Hudson Valley native and audio engineer professionally credited with the historic live broadcast of Broadway’s Good Night, and Good Luck on CNN, the live television musicals Annie, Jesus Christ Superstar, Hairspray, The WIZ, Peter Pan, and Sound of Music LIVE! (NBC), and A Christmas Story LIVE! (FOX). Additional shows include Great Performances (WNET-PBS and BroadwayHD.com), MTV Video Music Awards, CMT Music Awards, The Tony Awards (CBS), New Year’s Eve – Live from Times Square, plus live coverage of the 2025 Papal Conclave and ongoing world political events (ABC News). Local credits include numerous productions at County Players, The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, and Marist University. Mark is a member of the County Players Board of Governors and would like to thank the patrons, performers, and personnel for choosing to make time and space in their lives for the collaborative art of theatre. verylimitedproductions.com.
is excited to work with this talented cast and crew. She has appeared onstage in many
County Players productions, most recently An Ideal Husband (Lady Basildon), and headed props on many more. As always, she is grateful for her family, the County Players friends she has made, and her “Props Peeps,” especially Nancy. Peggy is thankful for our returning patrons and offers prayers for those who are here in spirit. “Always remember, ‘Have fun!’”
is excited to be involved with another great show at County Players. She has worked
with many, many casts and crews over 30 years and still loves it. She dedicates this one to her mom, Evelyn Faber. “Say good night, Gracie.”
previously designed the lighting for the County Players’ productions of The
Language Archive, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, The Dining Room, Bullshot Crummond, Lips Together, Teeth Apart; Into the Breeches!; Incorruptible; Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B; An Ideal Husband; Calendar Girls; On Golden Pond; A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum; It’s Only a Play; Native Gardens; Seven Keys to Baldpate; The Price; Prelude to a Kiss; Pride and Prejudice; The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Moonlight and Magnolias; In a Word; The Weir; Yankee Tavern; Our Town; A Christmas Tuna; Guys and Dolls; Dirty Rotten Scoundrels; Godspell; Marvin’s Room; All My Sons; Doubt; and Of Mice and Men.
is an award-winning makeup artist whose artistry has enriched stage, film, and television productions for over four decades. Her portfolio boasts renowned works, including Something Rotten!, A Few Good Men, Ragtime, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, It’s Only a Play, Native Gardens, The Book of Will, Young Frankenstein, Seven Keys to Baldpate, Jesus Christ Superstar, Aida, Spamalot, and Amadeus. Her expertise in wig design and makeup artistry has graced such venues as County Players and Westchester Broadway Theater. Dani’s skills earned her the Best Hair Design Award from the 2019 Broadway World Regional Awards. Dani was also inducted into the prestigious Buglers Hall of Fame, a testament to her diverse talents and passions. Dani serves as a Moulage Specialist, creating hyper-realistic special effects injuries for Homeland Security training exercises.
CREATIVE TEAM & PRODUCTION CREW
- Fight Captain
- Irving Zuniga
- Dance Captain
- Nicole Carson
- Costume Designers
- Alec Charriez, Megan Longwell
- Special Costume Design Assistance
- Kelsey Wertheim
- Special Costume Assistance
- Elan Riggs
- Costume Construction Crew
- Cast, crew, and members of the Peter and the Starcatcher family
- Deck Crew
- Babs Maltseva, Logan Breneman-Pennas, Elan Riggs
- Lighting Crew
- Kevin Barnes, Ryan King
- Hair & Makeup Crew
- Lauren Accomando, Josie Kutter
- Concessions
- Jody Coleman, Nancy Scrivner
- Marketing
- Joe Pettignano, David Ringwood
- Production and Publicity Photography
- Louisa Vilardi
- Postcards/Programs/Brochure
- Thomas G. Byrne, Christine Crawfis, Stacy Greenspan, Joe Pettignano, Louisa Vilardi
- Box Office
- Julie Eads Woolley, Laurie Brown, Jody Coleman, Jenn Propfe
Information in “Who’s Who” is provided by those listed. Any opinions expressed are of the players and not necessarily of County Players.
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NOTES
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by
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Book by Rick Elice
Music by Wayne Barker
Lyrics by
Based on Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson
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Directed by Christine Crawfis
Musical Direction by Karen Dalmer-Sheehy, Holden Maiorana
Choreography by Carlos Gomez, Movement and Intimacy by Kaela Altman
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Fri & Sat 8pm | Fri 11/6, Sat 11/7, Fri 11/13, Sat 11/14, Fri 11/20, Sat 11/21
Sun Matinee 2pm | Sun 11/15
Sat Matinee 2pm | Sat 11/21
CAST (in alphabetical order)
is a singer, actor, and dancer. He was just most recently in the County Players production of Something Rotten! (Nigel Bottom). Hunter’s heart is on the stage and he is hoping to pursue this professionally. He has also been in many shows elsewhere, including The Addams Family, Hairspray, Legally Blonde, Bring It On, and The Lightning Thief. He wants to thank all his friends and family who never gave up on him and supported him throughout this process. He also sends all his love to the cast and crew of this production. “This is gonna be one awfully big adventure.”
Previous credits include Company (Rhinebeck Theater Society), Into the Woods (Bright Star Productions), Anything Goes, Évita, RENT, The Secret Garden, Me and My Girl, Celebration (Stagedoor Manor), Into the Woods, A Chorus Line, Grease, It’s A Wonderful Life, A Christmas Carol, The Sound of Music (The Company Theater). When not on-stage, she can be found coaching at her local CrossFit gym or cutting fabric at her sister’s store. She thanks her husband, Alex, for his constant love, support, and taking over baby duty while she rediscovers her love for theatre, as well as all her friends and family for their ongoing support. County Players debut!
is thrilled to be a part of this “stellar” production. Jess has played roles in Spelling Bee, James and the Giant Peach, and Geek! (The Macaulay Theater Club at CUNY), as well as Clybourne Park and Into the Woods (CCNY). Jess’s County Players debut was in last year’s CP2 production of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley (Arthur DeBourgh), and she’s excited to be in her first main stage show! Currently, Jess works for an audiobook company and produces the audio drama podcast Heinous Investigations. “Thanks to the PatS cast and crew for this amazing experience, to Mom, Dad, and Nanny for their love and support, to Victor for laughing at my jokes, and to Jordan for sending me inspirational GIFs of Moira Rose.”
has worked around the arts and entertainment world in various
capacities (fine arts foundry worker, art courier, art department, theater stage builder, set dresser for film and television) for the last fourteen years, but he never once dreamed of being on the stage. However, he decided to try something new for a change and is thrilled to be on the stage rather than behind it! This will be Alec’s first production ever and he could not ask for a better one to start with. Alec thanks both the cast and crew for being warm, inviting and totally awesome people! Alec also thanks his lovely wife, Megan Longwell, for showing him the door into this magical and zany side of the stage. No AI was used in the making of this bio. County Players debut!
is excited to make his County Players debut with Peter and the Starcatcher. Brian, normally behind the scenes, was seen on- stage this past March in The Wedding Singer at The CENTER for Performing Arts in Rhinebeck. Brian would like to thank Christine, Karen, Holden, Chris, Danielle, and the entire production team for this opportunity. He would also like to thank the entire cast and crew for making this such a wonderful experience, and his family and friends for their continued love and support. County Players debut!
is a multidisciplinary theatre artist from the Hudson Valley, and is stoked to be back onstage at County Players in a show she loves so much. This is her second trip to Neverland, having played with Up in One Productions in 2023. Previously with County Players, she’s been seen in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Olive), Almost, Maine (Marvalyn/Shelly), and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Protean). Elsewhere, she’s been on-stage in many shows, including Rent (CENTERStage Productions), The Wedding Singer (RTS), and Next Door (Definitely Human Theatre), as well as directing from time-to-time. She currently serves as secretary on the Board of Directors for RTS. Lisa is also a regular victim, murderer, or shady bystander with the Acme Mystery Company. Love to Mom and Dad, and Lisa is sorry she’s mostly done shows you’ve already seen her in this year.
Past performances include: Something Rotten! (Ensemble), The Time of the Cuckoo (Schoolhouse Theater), The Worth of Women (Kairos Italy Theatre), Columbia: The Life and Death of Rospo D.Oro (PipeDream Theatre), Sister Act (Clocktower Players), Broadway on Broadway (The Broadway League/Times Square Alliance), Shine On: Celebrating Women Making History (Radio City Music Hall) as well as numerous film/TV, musical podcasts, one-acts, readings and cabarets throughout NYC and Westchester. Deepest gratitude to her loved ones for their unwavering support. Per Papà!
previous acting credits include Something Rotten! (Bea),
Big Fish (Alabama Lamb), and Ragtime (Ensemble). Megan has also performed regionally in Curtains (The Playhouse at Museum Village), Rock of Ages (Northstar Theater) and Follies (The Philipstown Depot Theater). Megan is so proud to be sharing the stage with her amazing husband, Alec, in this production. A big thank you to all the friends and family who continue to come out and support her in all her shows.
was previously seen in The Humans (Aimee) in 2023. Other Hudson Valley credits include What the Constitution Means to Me (Rosendale Theatre), Every Brilliant Thing (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck). Texas credits include: Steel Magnolias (Shelby), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Godspell (Northwood Players), Gypsy (Palace Theatre). Ivy is the Junior Program Director at Beekman Golf Course and co-Founder of Twindeavor. More information can be found at IvyMeehan.com. Tip of the hat to stage management, music directors extraordinaire, indefatigable movement shepherds, Captain Christine, and this tenacious crew. Shoutout
to Dan for handling bedtime, Isla and Piper for their brutally honest dance feedback, and her village of helpers!
was last on the County Players stage in Something Rotten! (Nostradamus). Other performances include Witch (Cuddy), Ragtime (Tateh), An Ideal Husband (Vicomte de Nanjac), A Funny Thing… (Hysterium), Constellations (Narrator), and Native Gardens (Pablo). Outside of County Players, Glen was in Company (RTS), Sweeney Todd and Peter and the Starcatcher (Up in One Productions), as well as The Wizard of Oz and Shrek the Musical (CENTERstage Productions). Glen would like to thank Karen, Molly, Aidan, and the rest of their family for always showing their support. Now, you know what to do if you believe.
has been featured in productions of Les Misérables and The Pajama Game (North Rockland High School), and Unnatural Acts: Harvard’s Secret Court of 1920 (SUNY New Paltz). He would like to thank
the cast, crew, and production team for making this amazing show come together. He also appreciates and thanks his friends, family, and loved ones for all of the love and support over the past couple of months. He would love to give an extra shoutout to Jazzy, his number one feline supporter and the best fur baby ever! County Players debut!
has acted in multiple local productions such as A Few Good Men (County Players), Company (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck), and Prelude to a Kiss (Heights Players). He is very excited to have the chance to work with County Players again, and with such an incredible show. Everyone in the cast and crew has been super welcoming and kind, and he’d like to thank them for their work and dedication. He also wants to thank his friends and family for putting up with him. “Enjoy the show!”
is a NY-based actor, choreographer, voice teacher, and cat lover. Professional stage credits include Sweeney Todd (Core Theatre Group) and Rocky Horror (Core Theatre Group). Select local stage credits include Company (The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck), Oliver! (TIS), Gypsy (The CENTER), and Our Town (TIS). Film credits include Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (HBO), Chang Can Dunk (Disney+), and One December Night (Hallmark). Jane is a former Walt Disney World Entertainment cast member. She made her NYC debut earlier this year and is incredibly excited to return to the County Players stage after more than a decade, having last appeared here in Jesus Christ Superstar. She is grateful to be part of a story that celebrates friendship, courage, and the magic of believing in something bigger than yourself. Thank you to her family, friends, and fur babies for their love and support.
is thrilled to return to County Players, having appeared in Camping with Henry and Tom (Henry Ford), An Ideal Husband (Sir Robert), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Pseudolus), and The Book of Will (Henry Condell). An actor and writer for many years in New York City, favorite productions include David Simpatico’s The Secret of Life, Angels in America (Elmwood Playhouse) and a musical adaptation of Pleasantville, for which he also wrote lyrics. He wrote and co-starred in the satirical musical revue Political Idol (2008 and 2020). He dedicates this performance to the doctors and staff at MSK – true Starcatchers, with a rejuvenating magic all their own. RobertYarnall.com
is an actor, mover, and crooner based out of Poughkeepsie. SUNY New Paltz Theatre Alum. Last seen at County Players in Something Rotten! (Nick Bottom) and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Chip Tolentino). Recent credits include Groundhog Day (Up in One Productions) and Bat Boy (SUNY New Paltz). When not on stage, you can find Irving on the dance floor for a good ol’ line dance. He sends his love and gratitude to all of his friends and family that have supported him through the years as he returns to his calling. Additional love and gratitude to this wonderful cast and crew!
is happy to be back on the County Players’ stage since appearing in Something Rotten! (Robin) this spring, though he didn’t realize he would be trading in his dress for swim fins! Seriously, it’s been fun trying on the character of Captain Scott, the real-life celebrity explorer of the Antarctic, and discovering the connection between the British hero and the novelist/playwright Sir J.M. Barrie. Scott thanks the entire Starcatcher team, and his starlit soulmate Erica.