‘Crazy For You’ On Stage Feb. 5-6

January 28, 2010 Contributor
The show girls and cowboys will dance their way across the stage in this year’s production of “Crazy for You.” In front are Eve Simmonds, Jane Coty, Erin McIntosh, Hannah Allen, Jessica Krauss, Mackenzie Stone-Sweeting, Julie Delles, Chandler Caroccio, Tiffany Green and Alyssa Bornheimer while in back are Ben Harrington, Cameron Caruso, Nick Williams, Natalie Emmons, John Chatterton, Matt McLaughlin, Josh Ewig, Khalil Rivera, John Samson, Jake Behr, Ruddy Rodriguez and Norman Berlin.
The show girls and cowboys will dance their way across the stage in this year’s production of “Crazy for You.” In front are Eve Simmonds, Jane Coty, Erin McIntosh, Hannah Allen, Jessica Krauss, Mackenzie Stone-Sweeting, Julie Delles, Chandler Caroccio, Tiffany Green and Alyssa Bornheimer while in back are Ben Harrington, Cameron Caruso, Nick Williams, Natalie Emmons, John Chatterton, Matt McLaughlin, Josh Ewig, Khalil Rivera, John Samson, Jake Behr, Ruddy Rodriguez and Norman Berlin.

OSWEGO, NY – When the audience watches the Oswego High School production of “Crazy for You” they will delight at the acting and singing, but what won’t be considered by many theatre goers are those behind the scenes.

The music of George Gershwin and lyrics of Ira Gershwin highlight this year’s production which will be held at the Oswego High School Ralph Faust Theatre of the Performing Arts on Feb. 5-6 at 7:30 p.m.

Among the lead rolls in this year’s production are (front) Elizabeth Richmond, Aryelle Caruso and Kaela Shafer while in back are Shaughnessy Darrow, Raquelle Moreau and Cali Harrington.
Among the lead rolls in this year’s production are (front) Elizabeth Richmond, Aryelle Caruso and Kaela Shafer while in back are Shaughnessy Darrow, Raquelle Moreau and Cali Harrington.

Lighting and Scenic Design Director Stephen Braun said, “We have had tremendous support from students, staff, parents and community volunteers.”

For months Stage Director Eve Phillips and Music Director Veronica Shaver have been working diligently with a dedicated cast to get the lines and songs ready.

Another major portion of the show is the dancing.

This is one of the most demanding shows in recent years and dance fills the stage.

Veteran choreographer Laurel Artz has had the feet dancing since November in preparation for this two-performance show.

Sound design has been created by T.J. Bandla while Bethanie Wright is the stage manager.

The assistant stage managers for this year’s show are Alex Wetter, Kiersten Neacosia and Emily McCabe while Taylor Braun is the deck manager.

Handling the properties are Roxanne Scoville, Terilyn Pospesel, Keegan Taylor, Kennen McBrearty and Nikki Snow.

Tyler Vosseller is the master carpenter.

Cast members are set for “Crazy for Your.” Among the performers are Norman Berlin, Mackenzie Stone-Sweeting, Josh Ewig, Julie Delles, and Nick Williams.
Cast members are set for “Crazy for Your.” Among the performers are Norman Berlin, Mackenzie Stone-Sweeting, Josh Ewig, Julie Delles, and Nick Williams.

The “Run Crew Staff’ includes Bandla as the sound operator and Monica George as the curtain-fly operator. Patricia Talamo is also a sound operator.

Many thanks goes out to the construction crew that included Doug Buske, David Spicer, Mike Shaver, Erik Heath, Matt Magrisi and Mark Suchnicki as well as members of the Oswego High School Theatre Student Technical Crew and members of the Supporters and Patrons of the OHS Theatre.

Once again the annual musical is one of the highlights of the year and to be sure to have tickets for the show advanced reservations are being taken.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens and $7 for students (K-12).

Reservations can be made by calling 342-2432 and leaving a message as you will be asked to leave your name (spell clearly), phone number, the day of the show you want to attend and the number and type of tickets you need.

All unpaid reserved tickets must be picked up at the Oswego High School Theatre box office from Feb. 1-4. missing or outdated ad config

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