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July 5th and 6th, 2024Redwood HallMission Hills High School

Luminary Arts PresentsBook, Music and Lyrics byKristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert LopezBook Adapted byLindsay AndersonMusic and Orchestrations Adapted and Arranged byMyrna ConnBased on the 2003 Disney / Pixar film Finding Nemo written byAndrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds and directed by Andrew StantonPresented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. Www. Mtishows.com

Luminary Arts presentsDirectorAmanda Frawley *Stage ManagerAlexis CruzAssistant Stage ManagersMaxine Dupont **Puff McIver **Sound Board Sam Blackwell **Lighting DesignRose DevesonVolunteer CoordinatorJennifer Crumrine ♡Music DirectorRyan Glor **ChoreographyCandace Carbajal *Assistant ChoreographerEllie Throckmorton**PhotographyRebecca Noland ♡Camp PhotographySophia Willis **Assistant Camp DirectorLotus Boyd *Producer/Technical DirectorBruce Blackwell ♡Scenic DesignGeorge Gonzalez *Puppetry DesignAmy Throckmorton ♡CostumerHeather Murray Mowery ♡Assistant CostumerSophia Willis **Camp DirectorJill Blackwell ♡* Luminary Arts Teaching Artist ** Luminary Teen ♡Luminary Arts Board Member

The Cast(In order of appearance)Nigel….…………..…………………………………Sprit….…………..…………………………………Tiller….………..……………………………………Jib...….…..…………………………………………Nemo…….……………………………………….…Marlin….……………………………………………Tad’s Parent….……………………………….……Pearl’s Parent….…………………………...………Pearl………….……………………………..………Sheldon….…………………………………...……..Tad….………………………………………...…..…Professor Ray….…………………….…………….Scuba Mask Dancer ………………………………Dory…………….……………………………………Bruce……….….……………………………………Chum……….….……………………………………Anchor……...….……………………………………Gurgle……..….……………………………………Peach……….….…………………………………Bloat….……………………………………………Bubbles ……….……………………………………Gill….…………………..……………………………Crush……….…………………….…………………Squirt……….…………………….…………………Kai………….…………………….…………………Breeze……….…………………….………………EnsembleSeahorses……….…………………….………….Young Sea Turtles……….…………………….…Small Fish/Crabs……….…………………….………….Jellyfish/Fish……….…………………….…………Sea Chorus……….…………………….…………..George AmreinEstelle RussellAddy NguyenHarper MoweryMicah RefensteinZachary MortonGina CampagnaZazi Reid AguirreZia JoffsRhys WillisBen KemperEmily BatchieElise SloanHarper BenzonGabriel GarciaMilo NealeMichael LoscherPenelope JenseKatie LoscherIndy CornejoOlivia RodriguezAdvay TripurariLucas DentonAmelia EliasCarson KenneyOlivia NguyenNico Regenstein & Violet LongoAddilyn Barrett & Zara JoffsAlison Throckmorton & Tambree HopeSiena ThrockmortonReef Kids & Parents

SCENES & MUSICAL NUMBERSScene 1: Welcome to the Big Blue WorldOne Dedicated Father: Nigel, Sprit, Tiller, Jib, Reef Kids & Parents Big Blue World: Nemo, Marlin, Pearl, Sheldon, Tad Sea Chorus, Professor RayScene 2: Abduction and SharksAbduction: Marlin, Nemo, Reef KidsDory’s Ditty: Dory, MarlinFish Are Friends Not Food: Bruce, Chum, Anchor,Nemo, Marlin Scene 3: Meet the Tank GangWe Swim Together: Gill, Bloat, Peach, Gurgle,Bubbles, NemoScene 4: Journey Through the SeaJust Keep Swimming (Part 1): Dory, Marlin, Pelicans, Sea ChorusJust Keep Swimming (Part 2): Dory, Marlin, Jellyfish, Pelicans, Ocean ChoirScene 5: Surfing With Sea TurtlesGo With the Flow: Crush, Dory, Young Sea Turtles, Squirt, Breeze, Kai, MarlinScene 6: Escape to the OceanWe Swim Together (Reprise): Nemo, Tank GangScene 7: Sydney Harbour Fishing GroundsJust Keep Swimming Together: Marlin, Nemo, Dory, FishFinale (Part 1): Nemo, Marlin, DoryScene 8: Finale Full Cast

Meet The CastAdaline NguyenThis is Addy's first stage production. She has told jokes and done cheer in her school's talent show. Her favorite part of camp is getting to learn the music, dance the dances, and do the crafts. Meeting new friends and teachers is fun too!Addilyn BarrettThis is Addilyn's first production. She really enjoys art. Her favorite part of camp is acting and the friends and teachers.Alison ThrockmortonAlison has been seen in Luminary Arts Productions of 101 Dalmatians and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Her favorite part of camp is practicing the songs.Amelia EliasThis is Amelia's first Luminary Arts productions. She was in Encanto with the City of San Marcos. Her favorite part of camp is everything!Ben KemperBen was last seen as an MC at his school's talent show. This is his first Luminary production. His favorite part of camp is how much we learn about theatre.Advay Tripurari Advay was last seen in 101 Dalmatians and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor with Luminary Arts. His favorite part of camp is the crafts.

Meet The CastCarson KenneyThis is Carson's third show with Luminary. You may have seen him in Aladdin, Jungle Book, and a previous production of Finding Nemo. He was also in Holiday Road Trip. His favorite part of camp is learning choreography.Elise SloanThis is Elise's first show with Luminary Arts. She was previously seen in Zombies. Her favorite part of camp is working with the puppets.Ella GurneyThis is Ella's fourth show with Luminary Arts. Her favorite role was as Kaa the Snake in Jungle Book, Kids. Her favorite part of camp is making new friends and learning new things about theatre.Emily BatchieSome of Emily's favorite roles have been in Zombies the Musical, Lion King Kids, Descendants, and Anastasia. This is her first Luminary Arts production. Her favorite part of camp is making new friends. She likes reading and solfege.Estelle RussellEstell has done a few productions with Luminary and just finished the Luminary Production of Seussical! When she is at home she like to paint and color and likes Arts very much. She has really enjoyed getting to use all the puppets.Gabriel GarciaThis is Gabriel's 8th production with Luminary Arts, having started with us at five years old. His favorite part of camp is learning the choreography.

Meet The CastGeorge AmreinGeorge was Augustus Gloop in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with the City of San Marcos. This is his first Luminary Arts production. He is loving the fact that he has lots of lines in this show. The best part about camp for him is making the crafts.Gina CampagnaGina was last seen in Luminary Arts' production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She has done other shows with the City of San Marcos. Her favorite part about camp is working together with friends to make a good show.Harper BenzonThis Harper's fifth show with Luminary Arts. You may have seen her in 101 Dalmatians, Seussical Kids, Jungle Book, or Matilda. When not on stage Harper likes to draw. Her favorite part of camp is singing.Harper MoweryHarper was last seen in the Luminary Arts production of Seussical as Mazie La Bird; though her favorite Luminary production was "Matilda". Her favorite part of camp is when they get to sing.Indy CornejoThis is Indy's first Luminary Arts show. In her free time, she animates. Her favorite part of camp is that we are organized and the staff is nice.Katie LoscherKatie was in Shrek with Luminary Arts and in Descendants 2 and Trolls World Tour with the City of San Marcos. My favorite part of camp is practicing our songs and when we go into different groups.

Meet The CastLucas DuntonThis is Lucas' first show. At home, Lucas likes to make Lego Movies. He thinks the best part of camp is you get to audition for the part you want and rehearsing the show is fun.Micah RafensteinThis is Micah's third show with Luminary Arts. Playing Nemo is her favorite role so far. Her favorite part of camp is doing the crafts.Michael LoscherThis is Michael's first Luminary Show. He was last seen in Trolls 2 with the City of San Marcos. The best part about this camp is that the staff is nice.Milo NealeThis is Milo's first time being on stage. He likes to play video games. At camp he loves the warm up song, Bidditty Bitty Bong and playing theatre games.Nico RafensteinThis is Nico's first production. He likes watching T.V. and playing with his friends. His favorite part of camp is rehearsing the play..Olivia NguyenThis is Liv's first production. At home she likes to dance and create art. Her favorite part of camp is that we get to do theatre activities like professional actors.

Meet The CastOlivia RodriguesOlivia was most recently seen in Seussical Kids with Luminary Arts. For fun she likes to crochet and knit. Her favorite part of camp is rehearsing with the cast. There are a lot of fun people here.Penelope JenseThis is Penelope’s first show with Luminary Arts. Penelope has performed in several shows with the Rancho Bernardo Community Church. She most recently starred as Jasper in 101 Dalmatians and Young Elsa in Frozen. Her favorite thing about camp is everything!Rhys WillisThis is Rhys's first production with Luminary Arts and his 1st show ever! Rhys likes to play on his Nintendo when he has free time. His favorite part about camp is when they get to practice his part in the performance.Siena ThrockmortonSiena was last seen in 101 Dalmatians and Matilda with Luminary Arts. Her favorite part of camp is learning choreography.Tambree HopeTambree was last seen in the Luminary Arts production of Seussical. But this is her first time attending summer camp with Luminary. She loves to jump on her trampoline when she is at home. Tambree's favorite part of camp is learning all the new things!Violet LongoViolet was last seen in Luminary arts production of Seussical. For fun Violet likes to art and science. Her favorite part of camp is learning all the new stuff..

Meet The CastZachary MortonZachary was last seen in Seussical Kids for Luminary Arts. He enjoys playing online with his friends. His favorite part of camp is his puppet and all of his friends.Zara JoffsZara has been seen previously on the Luminary stage in Elf and Matilda. She loves playing with her dog, Leo. Her favorite part of camp is doing the crafts.Zazi Reid AguirreThis is Zazi's first production. At home she enjoys listening to music. Her favorite part of camp is the singing.Zia SloanZia was last seen on the Luminary stage as Anita in 101 Dalmatians. She has done other shows for the City of San Marcos and Moonlight Youth. Her favorite part of camp is rehearsing because you can see the progression of the show. It's really cool!

The Cast and Crew

The Production TeamAmanda Frawley(She/Her) – DirectorAmanda Nicole Frawley has been working with youth in the arts for 20 years. She grew up performing with local youth theatre companies herself. Her passion has always been to give back what she learned growing up on and off the stage. She currently is a teaching artist with Luminary Arts and an actor at LEGOLAND California. Some of her favorite credits include Next to Normal (Diana), Great American Trailer Park Musical (Pippi), and Nunsense (Sister Mary Amnesia).Ryan Glor – Music DirectorRyan, a rising Junior at Classical Academy High School, is honored to be music directing Finding Nemo Kids! He has been involved in musical theater since he was 4 years old. Some Luminary Arts favorites include performing as Pinocchio in Shrek, Buddy in Elf, being a pianist in the band for 13! the Musical, and of course, music directing last year’s 101 Dalmatians camp! He loves all things music! When not at the theater, you can find him writing and arranging music, performing in the CAHS band, reading Shakespeare, and playing a variety of instruments. He would like to thank the Luminary Arts family for trusting him with this position.Alexis Cruz – Stage ManagerLexi is an incoming junior at USC getting a BFA in Technical Theater with an emphasis in Stage Management. Having stage-managed productions at USC like Into the Woods, The Last Days of Judas Iscariot, and Chavez Ravine: An LA Ghost Story, Lexi is proud to be working with Puff and Maxine for Finding Nemo Jr. She'd like to thank her parents for all their support in her career, her brother for being her brother, and her dog, Bear, for always welcoming her home with a big smile and wagging tail.The Luminary TeensCandace Carbajal– ChoreographerCandace Carbajal (Choreographer): Ms. Carbajal is an accomplished dancer and choreographer whose work has been performed by theater companies throughout Southern California and Arizona. Choreographer credits include: Much Ado About Nothing (Coronado Playhouse), Beauty and the Beast (Patio Playhouse), Sheila (Grand Facade Theatre Prod.), Willy Wonka (Pickwick Players), and Great American Trailer Park (LuminaryArts). Favorite acting credits include: Babette in Beauty and the Beast, Rosie in Bye Bye Birdie, Anita in West Side Story, and Pickles in GATPM. Ms. Carbajal currently choreographs and instructs dance throughout San Diego. She is a teaching artist for Luminary Arts in San Marcos and the Resident Choreographer for Grand Facade Theatre Productions.Thank you so much to the entire cast and crew for their hard work! Enjoy the show!

The CrewDirector….………………………………………….Producer/Technical Director….…………………..Stage Manager……………………………………Assistant Stage Managers………………………Set Design….………………………………………Costume Design…………………………………..Lighting/Lead Technician….……………………… Sound Board….……………………………………Puppet Design/Construction….…………………Make-Up/Shift Crew………..……………………Front of House Decor……………………………...Concessions….…………………………………….Opportunity Baskets….…………………………………………Star Grams….……………………………………Videography….…………………………………….…………..Amanda Frawley*….…………Bruce Blackwell♡……..……………..Alexis Cruz………………..Puff McIvers**……………..Maxine Dupont**...……….George Gonzalez*……………..Heather Mowery♡………………..Rose Deveson...…………….Sam Blackwell**…………Amy Throckmorton♡…….…..Ellie Throckmorton**………………..Sophia Willis**……………....Eloise Dupont**…………………… Lotus Boyd..………Campers and Parents…………………..Amy Benzon…………………..Breena Rice…………………..Jennifer Glor……………..Lisa Laughbaum* -LaughingTree Productions* Luminary Arts Teaching Artist ** Luminary Teen ♡Luminary Arts Board Member

Welcome! And, thank you so much for supporting these wonderful kids. As Camp Director, it is our desire to not only help create a wonderful production, but a positive creative environment for young people to learn the craft of theatre. What I think separates Luminary Arts from other production companies is our desire to expose performers to all elements of theatre. Please take time to explore our lobby to see all the hard work they have put in beyond what you see on stage. My reward is watching young people start out as shy strangers and throughout three short weeks, blossom into friends. This year we utilized so many former Luminary Campers as our Teen Assistants. They are continuing to grow in their craft and have set a wonderful example. I appreciate them very much! They are Luminary’s Mission to “Build a Community of Artists” in action.- Ms. Jill

Special ThanksRuss Freiderikis: Sponsoring Light Board OperatorBrown Family: Opportunity Basket DonationsBenzon Family: Yard House Basket DonationHeather Mowery: Palomar Performing Arts DonationThank you to all the family volunteers who gave their time and resources to make this production possible!Molly Maslak for Puppetry Lesson and supportMr. Rob Dellorfano & Mission Hills High SchoolIan Boyd: Set ConstructionAll Luminary Arts Board Members and SupportersWhat’s Coming NextDon't miss Luminary Arts Coming Attractions