The Umass Theatre Guild presents:

Production Manager:	Jennifer Giroux
Assistant Production Manager:	Shira Hutt
Director/Vocal Director:	Tim Fisk
Assistant Director:	Erik Bergman
Stage Manager:	Hieu Nguyen
Assistant Stage Manager:	Kristin Stewart
Choregrapher:	MiRi Park
Assistant Choregrapher:	Tricia Gransewicz
Co-Lighting Designers:	Evan Hickok	Tara McRae
Sound Designer:	Brian Girard
Costume Designer:	Marina Apostol
Rehersal Pianist:	Paul Larochelle
Prop Coordinator:	Amy Carroll
Assistant Prop Coordinator:	J.R. Closs
Hair/Makeup Designer:	Aitza Ricart Pascacio
Co-Publicity Directors:	Dan Grady	Kristina Tolentino
Webmaster:	Scott Hamill
Assistant Webmaster:	John Kazlauskas
UMTG New Jersey Liason:	Jonathan Platt

"Cast member and assistant choreographer Tricia Gransewicz said, 'I think that anyone can relate to the story of this man. That's what he is, and just like any other story, he has a name. It just happens to be J esus Christ.' With uncanny plot twists that fit in with 90s living, dynamic vocal power and the cast's indelible energy, this show brings together both power and class to the stage in UMass fashion."

Jesus Christ	Rob O'Brien
Mary Magdelene	Kelly Ristaino
Judas Iscariot	Jaime Perez
Herod	Fatima Elmi
Pontius Pilate	Toks Olagundoye
Caiaphas	Justin W. Smith
Annas	Patrick Hellen
Simon Zealotes	Richard James
James of Alphaeus	Lindsey Bovaird
Bartholomew	Dolores I.A. Brown
Thaddeus	Sarah Cook
Thomas	Joseph Diaz
Andrew	Elaine Emme
Phillip	Kristin LaVoie
John The Beloved	Juan Lopez
James the Apostle	Chris Serwacki
Matthew	Michelle Veyvoda
Showgirls	Denise Brown
	Adrena Garabedian
	Tamara Garabedian
	Tricia Gransewicz
	Melissa Kopeloff
	Leslie Nye
	Michelle Ouellette
	Katie Turrell

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Marina S. Apostol-(Costume Designer)-This is Marina's third production w/ the Guild. She is happy to be do what she does best, making everyone look fabulous. Marina would like to thank everyone who has influenced her life.
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Michael S. Baez -(Peter)-Michael would like to thank the UMTG for the opportunity to participate in this production. The staff and the cast have been terrific. Friends and family, thanks for your love and support!!
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Erik Bergman - (Asst. Director)-This is Erik's third UMTG production, but his first off the stage. He praises theatre, his gladly-found inspiration, for keeping him relatively sane. He would like to thank the Girls, the girls, and Tim f or his persistent devotion, vision, and love.
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Lindsey Bovaird-(James of Alphaeus/Secretary)-is a junior Pre-Com/Theatre major. This is her 7th show with the UMTG. She's excited to be performing once again. James is the perfect role for Lindsey because their souls merge like tw o rivers running into the ocean.
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Denise N. Brown - (Showgirl)- JCS marks Denise's fourth performance with the UMTG. She was last seen in the UMTG production of Tommy as Sally Simpson, She wishes to thank her family, the chicki mamas, Fantasy Works + her favorite. Al so, a huge thanks to Tim the cast, + the E-board for their dedication to such a 'Fabulous' show.
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Dolores I. A. Brown -(Bartholomew)-is a sophomore at Mt. Holyoke College. She is a tremendous lover of musical theatre and is happy to be a part of JCS. She wants to thank her new friends in the Guild, Neha, Kathie, Greg, Lisa and e veryone else she loves for all the encouragement and confidence boosting. She dedicates this ... his favorite show, to Papa.
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Amy Carroll-(Props Mistress)- JCS marks Amy's 4th show with the Guild. She would like to thank 'In Dreams' for giving her the experience she needed. She would also like to thank JR, Chris, Michelle and Nastasha for helping her out
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J.R "Angel" Closs--(Asst. Properties)-is happy to help with the production of JCS. To cast and crew- Let's Rock! Later, Let's Party!!
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Sarah Cook (Thaddeus)-Sarah is very excited to be back on stage for her 3rd UMTG show. She would like to thank + congratulate everyone involved in the show + dedicate it to her families (fake +real), the Gorman crew + JCS part 1!!!
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Joseph Diaz (Thomas)-Joseph is a senior Italian major and this is his fourth show with the Guild. He was last seen as Raul in Fame. He has no idea how much more time he has at UMass but he hopes to do more shows with the UMTG. He gives h is love to 92 Puffton.
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Fatima Elmi (Herod)-This is Fatima's fifth production with the UMTG and she's glad to be back for more. She was last seen as the Acid Queen in Tommy and is very excited to be part of this truly wonderful and talented cast She would l ike to thank all of her fabulous friends, as well as those back home, and would especially like to thank her loving and extremely understanding parents for whom she would have nothing. Thank you.
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Elaine Emme -(Andrew)Elaine is absolutely thrilled to be in JCS which is her 4th show with the Guild. Previous appearances include Doris in Fame and ensemble roles in Tommy and The Pajama Game. She sends love to her family, all of her friends, and her 2 kittens.
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Tim Fisk-(Director/Vocal Director)-This is Tim's tenth Theatre Guild Production. Directing debut: Fame 1997. Tim would like to thank Jen. Hoochina, Erik, Fatima Elmi and especially Tara for all of their support.
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Adrena Garabedian-(Showgirl)-Adrena is a freshman here at UMass. JC Superstar will be her first show w/ the UMass Theatre Guild. She wants to thank her family + friends for all their love + support.
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Tamara Garabedian -(Showgirl)-As a freshman, this is Tamara's second production with the UMTG. She is very excited to be working w/ the Guild again! She would like to thank her friends + family for their love + support!!
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Brian Girard -(Sound Designer)-Brian's been with the Guild for some time now...he wishes to thank the incredible cast + crew of JCS the 239 crew + as always love and thanks to Mom & Dad.
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Jennifer Giroux-(Musical Production Manager)-This is Jen's sixth and final production w/ UMTG because she will be graduating this spring. Congratulations to her extraordinary cast + A-team for a wonderful show. She gives thanks + love to her family for their support, and to all her friends-esp. Alex, Kristina, Tara, Tim, Dan, Fatima, Jaime, Juan, + Erik I hope to know you for forever and a day...
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Daniel Grady - (Co-publicity director/Treasurer)-is a junior Marketing major and is thrilled to be working on JCS. This is Dan's 8th show with the Guild and his second semester on the executive board. He wishes to congratulate the entire cast + crew (especially his co) for a fabulous production. Also a quick thanks to the rest of the E-Board and Margaret for all their dedication to the Guild.
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Tricia Gransewicz - (Showgirl/Asst. Choreographer)- Major. Management and Theatre/Last seen as: Iris in Fame (the "rich Bitch")/Fav. #:1l/Fav. Music: Anything but country or Hanson/Fav. day of her life:.6-4-97/Fav. quote: "Carpe Diem" /Fav. tissue:Puffs Plus/Thanks to: MiRi, the fam, Theatre 140, and especially Scotty for his support, patience, and love throughout the years.
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Scott Hamill -(Webmaster)-is a sophomore Journalism major. He likes HTML. Good luck cast + crew of JCS!!
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Patrick Hellen -(Annas)-has just arrived in the Guild and is loving every minute. This is only his 2nd semester at UMass and he throws out thanks to all the people who supported him this and last semester: The Dwighties, family, frie nds, and, of course, Fritz...Thanks to all!
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Evan Hickok-(Co-Lighting Designer)-This is Evan's second co-design with the Guild. He hopes everyone comes and sees his set and lighting design for the upcoming Guild show, Angels in America, May 7-9. Props to the 17th, 18th, Cance, an d the men's basketball team for their overwhelming support of his bad habits and finally his family for the good ones. KZ and BD are OK in my book.
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Shira Hutt - (Asst. Producer)-This is Shira's 2nd semester w/ the UMTG. Last semester she choreographed Tommy and is happy to be working as assistant producer for JCS. Thank you, good luck & congratulations to the cast, A-team & crew!
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Richard A. James (Simon Zealotes)-This is Richard's second UMTG show. Credits include Leroy in Fame, the thief in Rashomon and Paul in Six Degrees of Separation. ...And the many escapades of his Alter Ego Drag Goddess/Supermodel Connie Lingus. "I thank duct tape and it's many functions. Most especially in the task of tucking...because "it's a man's job."
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John Kazlauskas - (Asst. Webmaster) - John is happy to be helping the webmaster of disaster, Scott, on the UMTG web page. It has been one of the most rewarding and enriching experience of his life (besides being able to act opposite Ca rl Bromley in The Passion of Dracula).
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Melissa Kopeloff -(Showgirl)-Melissa is a sophomore Dance major. This is her first production with UMTG and she hopes to continue her participation with the guild. Melissa is also part of the Dance production, later this semester. She would like to thank her friends, roommates, parents, and the cast and crew of JCS for all their support.
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Paul Larochelle- (Rehearsal Pianist)- A long time has passed since Paul has had the opportunity to explore this facet of his theatrical interests. Thanks for giving him a chance!
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Kristin LaVoie - (Phillip)-Kristin is a freshman at UMass and this is her 1st show with the UMTG. She is excited to be able to perform again and would like to thank the cast + crew of JCS, family and friends for making this possible. She hopes you all will enjoy the show and wishes everyone involved in JCS the best of luck!! Good luck!
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Juan E. Lopez - (John the Beloved)-This is Juan's 1st show w/ the UMTG and as his last semester at UMass, is very happy to be able to share the stage w/ his dearest + closest friends. He'd like to thank his family, his wonderful housema tes, Lil' Kim and the RAINBOW family for their undying love + support. He loves you all very much!!
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Tara M. McRae -(Chairperson/Co-Lighting Designer)-Tara has been w/ the UMTG executive board for 3 years now (10 shows) and without a doubt, this is her last because she wants to get BACK ON STAGE ! This is Tara's 3rd lighting design, b ut first co-design with the fabulous Evan. All of her efforts go to her family, especially her nanny, her housemates, Hooch, Dan, Fatima, Toks, Boardman, + last but not least, her buddies, Tim + Jenn. Break-A-Leg guys!
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Hieu Nguyen -(Stage Manager)-Hieu is a freshman Pre-Med major. JCS is his first production w/ the Theatre Guild. He would like to thank the cast and crew for making it a great experience. He would also like to thank his friends for thei r support through everything. Especially the one who helped him get the lob.
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Leslie Nye - (Showgirl)- Jesus Christ Superstar is Leslie's first UMTG production. She is very thankful to be working with such a great cast. She would like to send out a special 'superstar' to her friends, family, and the cast and cr ew of JCS.
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Rob O'Brien -(Jesus Christ)-Rob is appearing in his second UMTG production of his freshman year. He was last seen as the title role in Pete Townsend's Tommy, during the fall semester. Rob would like to thank the cast + crew for this memorable opportunity, and his family and friends for their inspiration. Good luck to all!
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Toks Olagundoye -(Pontius Pilate)-JCS is Toks' 17th and final college Production. She has hosted two programs for PBS, was called back 7 times for Rent, and has studied theatre for a zillion years at UMass, Smith College, Harvard Univer sity and Marymount High School, London. With all of this under her belt, she hopes to be dazzling audiences in NYC, relatively soon. Thanx to Tara, Lindsey, Jaime, Juan, Pam, Mrs. Murnane, Shen, Tim GROX, Dan, Fatima, Mommy, Daddy, the fam, Ed Golden, Di ck Trousdale, Adria Hairston, Len.B., Ellen K., Monica, Lucas and her eternal soulmate, Bill.
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Michelle Alyse Ouellette - (Showgirl)-This is Michelle's 6th show with the Guild and is currently a junior Dance major. Her most recent projects include: choreographing last spring's Fame and the part of Helga in last fall's The Passio n of Dracula. Michelle is extremely excited to be a part of JCS and would like to thank friends, family and anyone else who she has driven crazy in the past semester.
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MiRi L. Park- (Choreographer)-This sophomore Dance & Journalism major is making her choreographic debut w/ JCS. Her stage credits @ UMass include: Fame, UD '98, AWD '97+ '98. Much love to T, Kope, Hedda, Irada, Tim, Mom & Dad, a fab ca st, crew, A-team & E-board. Thanks guys.
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Jaime Vincent Perez - (Judas Iscariot)- has been with the Guild for the past 3 years. This is his 3rd show and is extremely excited to be in it. He wants to thank his roommates, JA family, new found friends, and his Mom, Dad and siste r, Yuisa. All the people in his life are essential for his growth as a person and artist. You know who you are. He loves you.
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Jonathan Platt- (New Jersey UMTG Liason)- This is Jon's first year as N.J. Liason. He is a sophomore history/education double major, working on his third Guild show. Besides working in N.J. to convince people to drive to UMass to watch shows, Jon enjoys trying to make a mind eraser thing he saw in Men in Black. Jon would like to thank Scott-Dog because he is a god.
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Aitza A Ricart Pascacio -(Hair/Make-up Designer)-is a sophomore Apparel Marketing major. Has been in past shows Fame and has also worked on Hair+Make-up for Tommy last semester. Love you all!
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Kelly Ristaino-(Mary Magdalene)-Kelly is a sophomore Theatre major and is making her first appearance in a UMTG production. She was last seen in the musical Assassins in the Rand Theatre. She would like to thank her family, friends., a nd the cast + crew of JCS for being so supportive of her in her first Guild show,
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Chris Serwacki- (James the Apostle)- This is the fourth Guild production that Chris has been involved with. Previous shows include: The Pajama Game, Fame, and publicity director of Tommy. Chris would like to thank house 119C of the Bo ulders & his Boulder family for the support and Buffy for the love! Thanks to Maggie R. Love ya, Tiff!
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Justin W. Smith- (Caiaphas)- a senior, English major has been seen performing twice with the UMTG in Rumors and Brighton Beach Memoirs as well as stage managing The Heidi Chronicles and directing The Passion of Dracula. He wants to se nd his thanks out to 98 Sandhill especially the undying support of one Meredith L. Lodge. His family is his inspiration, without them, he would never have reached so high.
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Kristin Stewart- (Asst. Stage Manager/Dance Captain)- Kristin is a freshman Eng. major. JCS is her first show with the Guild + she is thrilled to be involved with such a talented and beautiful cast! She'd like to thank her family, fr iends + English Phrat for their constant love + support. (esp. her roomies, CS, JR + GB)
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Ari M Teplitz - (Play Production Manager)-Ari is a sophomore Sport Management major in his fourth semester with the Guild. He spent this year on the UMTG executive board producing The Passion of Dracula in the fall and Angels in America, this spring. He would like to congratulate the entire JCS cast + crew on their fabulous show.
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Kristina Tolentino- (Co-Publicity Director/Asst. Chairperson)- This is Kristina's 3rd year with the Guild & she is excited to be working with Dan-Co Publicist Extraordinaire. Congrats to the cast + crew + special thanks to her favor ite housemates T+J, her best of friends esp. her one +only "girlfriend" + "sister, girl" and family.
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Katie Turrel- (Showgirl)- This is Katie's first performance with the UMTG and she is very excited to be a part of JCS! She is a sophomore here, who was a dancer in the Theater department's production of the Fantasticks. She will be see n in the upcoming Alive with Dance production. She would like to thank her friends + family for ALL that love +support. A special thanks to Tim Fisk, the cast +E-Board for all the time and effort put into this "amazing show."
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Michelle Veyvoda- (Matthew)- A sophomore at UMass, Michelle is loving her second UMTG experience. She was last seen in the UMTG production of Tommy and is thrilled to be in JCS. Much love and thanks to her friends and family.
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