TCR Hairspray Playbill
TCR Hairspray Playbill
TCR Hairspray Playbill
HAIRSPRAY
Book by Music by Lyrics by
Mark O’Donnell Marc Shaiman Scott Wittman
Thomas Meehan Marc Shaiman
Based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters
Directing team
Director Music Director Choreographer
Leslie Charipar Janelle Lauer Mike Weaver
Design team
Set Designer Lighting Designer Sound Designer Costume Designer
Bret Gothe Derek Easton Mitch Brown Joni Sackett
Producing team
Executive Artistic Sales Finance & Administrative
Director Director Director Director
Casey Prince Leslie Charipar Richie Akers J David Carey
Theatre Cedar Rapids is supported, in part, by the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs
and by the City of Cedar Rapids Hotel/Motel Tax revenue.
Act I
"Good Morning Baltimore" ...........................................................................................Tracy and Company
"The Nicest Kids in Town" ................................................................................Corny and Council Members
"Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now" ............................Edna, Tracy, Prudy, Penny, Velma, Amber, and Female Ensemble
"I Can Hear the Bells" .................................................................................Tracy, Velma, and Council Girls
"(The Legend of) Miss Baltimore Crabs" .............Velma and Council Members with Tracy, Penny, and Little Inez
"The Madison" ...........................................................................................................Corny and Company
"The Nicest Kids in Town (Reprise)"....................................................................Corny and Council Members
"It Takes Two" ..............................................................................................Link, Tracy, and Council Boys
"Welcome to the 60’s" .................................................................Tracy, Edna, The Dynamites, and Company
"Run and Tell That!" .......................................Seaweed, Little Inez, Tracy, Penny, Link, and Motormouth Kids
"Big, Blonde, and Beautiful" ..............................................................................Motormouth and Company
Act II
"Good Morning Baltimore (Reprise)" .................................................................................................Tracy
"(You’re) Timeless to Me" .................................................................................................Edna and Wilbur
"Without Love" ........................................................................Tracy, Link, Penny, Seaweed, and Dynamites
"I Know Where I’ve Been" .....................................................Motormouth, Tracy, Link, and Motormouth Kids
"(It’s) Hairspray" .............................................................................................Corny and Council Members
"Cooties" ......................................................................................................Amber and Council Members
"You Can’t Stop the Beat" ..........................................................................................................Company
There will be one 15-minute intermission. T-shirts and TCR merchandise available in our lobby!
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MEET THE CAST
Treashana Baker: Dynamite Treashana is from Little Rock, AK. She loves music and singing and is very
involved in the Choir and Praise Team at Living Waters Kingdom Church. Aside from music, Treashana enjoys
cooking, eating, traveling, dancing, shopping and most importantly spending time with family and friends. She
is very excited to be in Hairspray because she gets to share the stage with her church members whom she
loves very much. This is her very first show and she's having the time of her life!
Stephen Banks: Stooie This is Stephen’s first production at TCR. Prior musical experience includes Jesus
Christ, Superstar, Guys and Dolls, Secret Garden, Urinetown, and Big River. When Stephen isn’t performing in
a musical he sings a cappella in a band named “Sunday Afternoon”. The Cedar Rapids-based band travels the
Midwest performing at fairs, festivals, and competitions. He thanks his family and friends for their love and
support. Most of all, he thanks his mother for always being there for him. He hopes they enjoy the show!
Mark Baumann: Wilbur Turnblad This is Mark Baumann’s first appearance on the TCR stage, but he has
played the Barton theater organ before for TCR productions. Mark sells promotional products, trophies and
laser work for American Specialties and is a local Director Consultant for Business Network International. He
also is an adjunct instructor in music for Kirkwood Community College, Principal Organist at St. Paul’s United
Methodist Church and Saturday Organist at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, both in Cedar Rapids. He is
motivated to perform due to the “timeless” support of his wife Marcia, their three daughters, Maria, Meghann
and Meredith and a cast of friends.
Karl Becker: Corny Collins Hairspray is Karl Becker’s first time onstage. Acting has been a lifelong ambition
of Karl's, and since he has recently taken the plunge to be a self-employed iPhone app developer, he decided
it was also time to explore his acting ability. His performance is in honor of his mother, Linda, who helped him
understand the importance of living the life you want, and his father, Gaylynn, who is a role model for honest,
selfless hard work and perseverance.
Clayton Besong: Gilbert Clayton Besong has been around Cedar Rapids for most of his life. His
theatrical/musical experience has been limited to being a violinist with the orchestra pit for productions and has
inched closer to the theater "big stage" by being part of a stage crew for a Playtime Poppy production - both
occurring during his tenure at Washington High School. His prodigious appetite for music has always been
satisfied as far back as he can remember by being a member of orchestras and a wide variety of choirs.
Clayton has a B.A. in Medical Informatics with a minor in Music Performance from Knox College, and is
currently a Systems Analyst at Mercy Medical Center.
Rachel Brandt: Lou Ann This is Rachel’s first appearance on the TCR stage since she was a member of the
children’s chorus. She loves to sing and dance and has recently been seen in Kennedy High School’s Fame.
Her senior year this fall will be filled with show choir and the varsity dance team at Kennedy. She hopes you
enjoy the show!
Jay Burken: Fender Jay is back at TCR as the resident ginger and honorary Black woman. He is thrilled to
be a part of this incredibly talented cast and he thanks the entire directing team for casting him in this show.
Jay really hopes you enjoy Hairspray as much as he has enjoyed rehearsing it! He asks you to please forgive
the white people for pretending to sing with the unbelievable gospel talent you are about to see. Special
shout-out to his friends who have always believed in him and encouraged him to follow his heart!
Cameron Byrd: Duane Cameron has been a part of many TCR shows, and has loved every moment of each
one. First “Tom Collins” in Rent in 2010, he has also been in Guys and Dolls, A Christmas Carol, and
Wedding Singer. Cameron has also been in other community productions, such as Rocky Horrow Show,
Children of Eden, Jekeyll & Hyde, and Big River. “I am blessed to be a part of such an amazing cast! You
Can’t Stop the Beat!”
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MEET THE CAST (continued)
Aaron Canterbury: Brad Hairspray will be Aaron's fifth appearance on the Theatre Cedar Rapids
stage, most recently playing the role of "George" in The Wedding Singer. He is looking forward to
playing council member "Brad", as well as, getting to channel his inner fashionista as a Pinkie. Post
Hairspray, Aaron will be taking a temporary hiatus from the TCR stage to return to school at the
University of Northern Iowa to major in Communication studies with a minor in Spanish. "I will truly miss
the home and family that I have made at this theatre, but I'm ready to start a new and exciting chapter
in my life!" Dare to be different, dare to stand out, dare to be you!
Alea Challenger: Ruby Hairspray is Alea's first performance with Theatre Cedar Rapids. She is a
sophomore at Xavier High School where she is a sophomore football cheerleader, a member of
Xuberance show choir, and is involved in many other extracurricular activities. Alea would like to thank
her family and friends for supporting her and coming to see her perform. Enjoy the show!
Ameena Gabrielle Challenger: Keisha Ameena is a junior at Xavier High School. She is in Xhilaration
Show Choir, National Honor Society, and is a varsity football cheerleader. TCR's Hairspray is her first
production EVER, and she is grateful to be in the cast and thrilled to be able to perform with her sister,
Alea. She thanks her parents for supporting her, her little brother and little sister for watching "the same
show" for a month, and Leslie & Janelle for making a dream come true by casting her in Hairspray. She
hopes the audience is having as much fun as she is!
Tina Conroy: Velma Von Tussle From sweet Sandy (Grease, 1993) to nasty Velma, Tina has come a
long way since her first show at TCR...19 years ago THIS MONTH! She would like to thank her husband,
Barney, and her children: Emma, Lucy, Liam, Clara, and Alice for their support and encouragement...And to
TCR for giving her and her family THE BEST creative outlet ever!
Emma Drtina: Tracy Turnblad Emma is ecstatic to be a part of this electric production of Hairspray!
It's always been her dream to play the role of Tracy Turnblad, and she is so thankful to TCR and the
directing team for giving her the opportunity. Emma has previously been seen in RENT, Guys and
Dolls, and The Wedding Singer at TCR. She is very thankful to everyone that has supported her
throughout the process (EVEN including her Mom singing Hairspray songs around the house) and is so
grateful to be part of such an impactful show. Enjoy the show! :)
Staisha Federick: Dynamite Staisha is from Cedar Rapids and has previously been involved in
Divapalooza, Moving Home and Hair. She loves music and singing and is very involved in the Choir and
Praise Team at Living Waters Kingdom Church. Aside from music, Staisha enjoys cooking, reading,
travelling, movies and most importantly spending time with family and friends. She is most excited about
her role in Hairspray because she has gotten to share the stage with her two wonderful daughters, Tajia
and Jayda, along with other family members and close friends.
Jayda Federick-Williams: Double Dutch Girl Jayda is a third grader making her first appearance at
TCR. She attends Erskine Elementary School and has participated in several school plays. She is a
member of Living Waters Kingdom Church and is a part of the Children's Choir and Praise Dance Team.
Jayda enjoys singing, dancing and entertaining, being outdoors, swimming and spending time with
family and friends.
Tajia Federick-Williams: Double Dutch Girl Tajia is a fifth grader making her first appearance at
TCR. She attends Erskine Elementary School and has participated in several school plays. She is a
member of Living Waters Kingdom Church and is a part of the Children's Choir, and Praise Dance
Team. Tajia enjoys singing and dancing, reading, swimming, playing basketball for Junior Warriors and
spending time with family and friends.
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MEET THE CAST (continued)
Olivia Ferguson: Lorraine Olivia previously participated in Dear Edwina Jr. and School House Rock Live at
Theatre Cedar Rapids. She has been a member of five musicals at her high school and a musical with the
Iowa City Theatre. She has sung the National Anthem numerous times, loves walks on the beach, and
dancing in the rain. She would like to thank Leslie for this opportunity and her family and friends for the large
amount of support and love they give her every day.
Theresa Fuller: Amber Von Tussle This is Theresa's second show here at TCR, and she is super excited
for many more performances! She was last seen as Maid Marian in Washington High School's production of
Robin Hood. She would like to thank both her parents for all the love, support and gas money that got her to
TCR every day!
Michael Holmes: Edna Turnblad Michael is thrilled to be returning to the TCR Stage as Edna Tumblad. In
his spare time, Michael can be found volunteering for Little Paws Dog Rescue, quilting or traveling around the
world. Special thanks to Karl for the love and encouragement that are never in short supply.
Carly Herron: Penny Pingleton Carly has been in 13 at TCR and musicals at Washington High School.
When she’s not performing, she’s playing piano and guitar, teaching piano lessons, or being a sophomore at
Wash. She is unbelievably excited for the chance to be in this fun show. She would love to thank Janelle and
Leslie for this chance, and her family and friends for their support!
Precious Kimbrough: Double Dutch Girl Precious’ biography was not submitted, but that’s okay! TCR is
using this space to thank all of the volunteers (including Precious) for their hard work and support!
Andy Lesieur: Mr. Spritzer/Principal/Mr. Pinky To play multiple characters in one show is any actor's
dream, and Andy Lesieur gets to do it with the dream cast of Hairspray by playing Mr. Spritzer, Principal, and
Mr Pinky! This is Andy's second show at TCR after his TCR debut as the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland.
Andy studied theatre and vocal performance at Kirkwood Community College and Simpson College in
Indianola, Iowa. He has been a volunteer drama director at First Assembly of God church for the past four
years, and he is currently working to be a professional performer.
Marita May: Brenda / Bertha Marita is going to be a junior next year at Luther College, pursuing a Music
Management degree. She was last seen in Xavier's production of Les Miserables as Eponine, and is delighted
to be back on the stage! This is her first TCR experience and she is so blessed to be a part of this show.
Special thanks to the directors for giving the opportunity to work with all these incredibly talented musicians.
ShaCorrie McBride: Little Inez ShaCorrie has only performed in show choir with her school. This is
ShaCorrie's first time performing with Theatre Cedar Rapids. When ShaCorrie is not working with Theatre
Cedar Rapids she is working in sports activities or spending time with family or friends. ShaCorrie wants to
thank everyone who believed in her. Also, she wants to thank family and friends for encouragement.
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MEET THE CAST (continued)
Shane Nielsen: IQ Shane is so excited to be performing in his first ever TCR production. As an active
member of the Kennedy High School drama department, his favorite shows have included A Funny Thing
Happened on the Way to the Forum (Pseudolus), Seussical (Cat in the Hat), and Harvey (Elwood P. Dowd).
Shane was also a two-year member of Kennedy's varsity show choir, Happiness, Inc. and earned 10 All-State
Speech nominations, including both the 2011 and 2012 Critic's Choice Banner for Group Improvisation. Next
year, Shane plans to attend the University of Iowa and would like to thank his family, the directors, and the
entire cast for allowing him to be in such an outstanding production.
Josh Payne: Link Larkin Josh Payne is a senior-to-be at Kennedy High School and has been involved in
Show Choir, Theatre, and Speech. This is Josh's first production here at TCR and he is so happy to be
involved with such a great cast and crew. He would also like to say a big thank you to his parents for being so
supportive of his busy summer. And Kellee Darner. She's pretty neat. Enjoy the show!
Ezekiel Pittmon: Seaweed J. Stubbs Ezekiel’s biography was not submitted, but that’s okay! TCR is using
this space to thank all of the volunteers (including Ezekiel) for their hard work and support!
Amy Rehnstrom: Prudy/Gym Teacher/Matron Amy is thrilled to be appearing on the TCR stage for the
second time having recently played Rosie in The Wedding Singer. Amy is an Assistant Professor of Forensic
Science and Microbiology at Kirkwood and an animal lover who is parent to, among others, a three legged cat
named Peg. She thanks her ever supportive posse of friends (Anna, Diane, Lynne and Ruth) for encouraging
her to do theater and she dedicates her performance to one of the great loves of her life, Mr. John Waters.
Benjamin Schmidt: Cameraman Benjamin is excited to make his onstage debut at TCR. He has been the
Assistant Director for TCR productions. More notable in Sweeney Todd, for which he did arrangements for the
specific orchestrations. He is currently attending the University of Northern Iowa, pursuing a double major in
Music Education and Composition/Theory. He would like to thank Janelle and Leslie for this and every
opportunity given to him. He would also like to thank Nikki and his family for their infinite support and love.
Naomi Spence: Cindy Watkins This is Naomi’s fourth show at Theatre Cedar Rapids. She is involved in
show choir, cross country, and soccer at Washington High School where she will be a senior this year. She
would like to thank her mother, and her sisters, Mekela and Alexis, for being so supportive, and Abuelita for
being her number one fan. Before Hairspray Naomi was just a girl with a reoccurring nightmare that she was
late to practice, so she would like to thank herself for making that dream a reality.
Bailey Steinke: Tammy This is Bailey's fourth appearance on the TCR stage. Bailey will be a senior at
Kennedy High School where she is the President of the Theatre Department. Previous shows include,
Sweeney Todd, Seussical the Musical, Fame and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Bailey is also involved in
show choir, speech team, and a class officer. She has loved her experience with this show and has loved the
opportunity to work with the wonderful talent. Bailey would like to thank her family for their undying support;
the cast for being truly amazing; and the directing team for dealing with this huge cast of weirdoes. “Enjoy the
show and stay chunky!”
Nikki Stewart: Shelley Hairspray marks Nikki's ninth performance at TCR since her 2007 debut as the Magic
Carpet in Aladdin Jr. More recently she's been seen as Lucy in 13, a Hot Box Girl in Guys and Dolls, and
Glinda in The Wizard of Oz at Washington High School, from where she recently graduated. Next fall, Nikki
plans to attend the University of Iowa, pursuing a degree in Music. This summer, while not at the theatre, she
will be in the fields detasseling and snuggling with her cat.
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Kindergarten Theatre
What a better way to enjoy the summer than to head to camp for the first time! Kindergartners will be introduced to the
theatre in the best way possible – through playing and pretend. This camp will focus on engaging the imagination as the first
step to learning about theatre.
Enroll at www.theatrecr.org
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Welcome to our
78th Season at
Theatre Cedar Rapids
Of course some of you might be thinking, “Are you people crazy?” And the
answer probably varies depending on which of us you’re talking about. But it
seemed like the perfect time to continue the growth that we, and our community
neighbors and partners, are generating.
This season, TCR is flanked by progress – from the new Cedar Rapids
Convention Center on one end of 3rd Street to the re-opening of the
magnificently restored CSPS building on the other end. This is an exciting time
for all of us, and we hope that our energy and determination are a reflection of
all that is exciting and good about the progress this community is making.
We’re so glad you could join us for this show, and we hope to see you again
over the next several months -- auditioning, ushering, taking a class, building a
set, or seeing another show. It’s because of your support that we’re celebrating
such a big and diverse season. We are lucky to be in a community like Cedar
Rapids that just keeps growing and getting better.
eLectronic DeviceS - Please turn off your cellular phones, pagers and watch alarms. Cameras
and recording devices are prohibited during performances.
refreShmentS - Refreshments provided by Zins can be found in the lobby beginning one hour
before the show, as well as during intermission and after the show. We offer concessions in the
main lobby as well as drinks and desserts in the Linge Lounge. You can also pre-order food for
intermission by visiting concessions before the show.
Smoking - Smoking is not permitted in the building. Smoking may occasionally occur on stage in
context of the performance.
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patrons with restricted mobility, wheelchairs or who are hard-of-hearing. Please check with the Box
Office when making reservations.
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groUP rateS - Discount rates are available for groups of 20 or more for all performances.
Special performances are also available for groups and organizations. Contact the Box Office to
make a reservation.
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are available year-round at the Box Office.
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