PROUDLY PRESENTED BY THE
CRISMON THEATER COMPANY
Producing Director
Randall Thorn
Production Managers
Josh Insalaco
Christina Insalaco
Musical Director
Scott Lloyd
Student Director
Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Managers
Student Choreographer
Properties
Lighting Console
Sound Operator
Puppeteers
Jelena Alvarez
Claire Manzke
Delanie Seloff
Elliana Selph
Kylee Hogans
Aven Stoutenberg
Ariana Perez
Lily Sinks
Zoie Papsim
Nathan Prokop
Genevieve Gilpin
Riley Woods
Laney Vrolyks
Elliana Selph
Mikayla Gonzalez
Spencer Eminicher
ABOUT THE PLAY
Little Shop of Horrors is a darkly comedic rock musical that blends doo-wop, Motown and early rock ‘n’ roll influences. Set in a struggling flower shop, the story follows a meek florist who stumbles upon a peculiar plant with an insatiable hunger. As the plant’s popularity grows, so does the temptation of fame, fortune, and success—at a dangerous cost. With catchy songs and a mix of humor and horror, the musical explores themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of unchecked desire. A satirical take on classic B-movie horror, Little Shop of Horrors is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
MUSICAL NUMBERS
Act 1
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Prologue
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Little Shop of Horrors (Girls)
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Tick Tocks
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Skid Row (Girls, Seymour, Audrey, Mushnik, Others)
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Skid Row Playoff
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Da-Doo (Girls, Seymour)
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One Strange and Interesting Plant
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Grow for Me (Seymour)
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WSKID Radio Jingle (Girls, Guys)
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You Never Know (Mushnik, Seymour, Girls)
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Somewhere That's Green (Audrey)
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Closed for Renovation (Seymour, Audrey, Mushnik)
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Orin's Play-On
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Be a Dentist (Orin, Girls)
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Orin's Playoff
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Mushnik & Son (Mushnik, Seymour)
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Sudden Changes (Seymour)
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Git It (Audrey II, Seymour, Girls)
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Dentist's Chair Play-On
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Now (It's the Gas) (Seymour, Orin)
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Act 1 Finale
Act 2
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Entr'acte
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Call Back in the Morning (Seymour, Audrey)
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Suddenly Seymour (Seymour, Audrey, Girls)
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Melodramatic Chords
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Suppertime (Audrey II, Girls)
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The Meek Shall Inherit (Orin, Seymour, Girls)
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Thunder and Lightning
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Seymour Plots
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Sominex/Suppertime Reprise (Audrey, Audrey II)
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Death of Audrey (Girls)
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Death of Seymour (Seymour)
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Finale (Company)
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Bows
DIRECTOR'S NOTE
Oftentimes, students and parents will ask me just what is my favorite musical of all time. My answer is always and consistently two titles. One being WEST SIDE STORY because of it’s compelling story line and moral and the other is LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS.
I fell in love with this campy, crazy, and musically genius work in the 80’s when the film version was released. The show has resonated with me all my life as one of the best musicals out there. It has played numerous times, including currently, off Broadway and had a brief Broadway run in 2003.
I have had the luck and privilege to direct the show 2 other times in my career and I am so excited to bring it back once again for the Queen Creek community!. I want to thank my friends at Music Theater of Anthem and Ironwood High School for helping us with the true stars of the show, the Audrey II puppets.
These kids love this show, love the characters, and you will feel that love as well. We hope you sing along and enjoy the Crismon Theater Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors!
Randall Thorn
MEET THE COMPANY
CAST
PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME ROLES HAVE BEEN DOUBLE-CAST
Genevieve Gilpin
"Audrey"
Paisley Brown
"Audrey"
Kile McKnight
"Seymour"
Previously seen in QCPAC's production of The Lion King, as well as Crismon Theater Company’s musicals Frozen Jr as Elsa, Beauty and the Beast as Mrs. Potts, and Annie Jr. as Grace Farrell. She is thrilled to be returning to the stage as Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors. Paisley was awarded the Maestro Award in the Anaheim Heritage Festival in the Spring of 2023 for her solo in "Carry the Light." She enjoys singing and sharing her talents through all creative outlets. Special thanks to all family and friends for the continued love and support.
Kile is so honored to have received such a musicaly challenging role. Little Shop was an amzing experience for him. He had lots of fun bonding with fellow cast memmbers, rehearsing, and being able to perform with a live pit for the first time! Kile has been blessed with the ability to take theater for over 5 years and has been in many plays and musicals not only at the crismon theater but also at QCPAC. But he admits that none of this would have been possible without the support from his friends and loved ones. He'd like to give a big shout out to Sarah his little sister for always helping him learn his lines and an extra thank you to Mya Mendoza who spent multiple hours helping him memories for this show as well. Thank you for watching!
Daniel Gunsten
"Seymour"
My name is Daniel Gunsten and I am 17 years old. I was born and raised in AZ all of my life and started acting and singing in middle school and through junior high with shows such as Frosty the Snowman and Our Town .Also I was a mascot for my old school and have done a few comedy shows with my twin brother. I want to thank my family for being so supportive and all the people along the way and I'm glad to work with this amazing team lead by the excellent Mr. Thorn. My last production was beauty and the beast as I played the French candlestick Lumiere .I'm excited to see how the show turns out.
Matias (Zeek) Moran
"Mr. Mushnick"
I play Mr. Mushnik in this production of Little Shop of Horrors. I love playing Mr. Mushnik as he is a really fun character to play and might even be my personal favorite character I have played yet. I want to be in this play because it's a musical comedy of a great film, and was really looking forward to being in this play. What motivates me to do theater is having a fun time and allowing me to be more expressive than I normally am. I have played: • Baptista in Taming of the Shrew • Francis Nurse in The Crucible • The Prince/Baker in Beauty and the Beast My personal hobbies consist of drawing cartoons and playing video games, and being in clubs. I would like to thank all my friends and family for pushing me to do theater.
Aaron Insalaco
"Mr. Mushnick"
Cameron Eshleman
"Dentist"
Hello, my name is Cameron Eshleman (aka cam). I got into theater last year and absolutely fell in love with it. This is the anniversary of my first show actually. I’ve grown so much and the lord has truly blessed me with such amazing friends. I’ve grown so much with them and I’m so happy this is where the lord put me. I’ve truly found this as my passion and I hope I can show it in this show. Thank you all, and god bless.
Jayden Gunsten
"Dentist"
I loved every second of being in this show i'd like to thank God for giving me the strength to keep me moving forward and remember Philippians 4:13 – "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Tiana Haynes
"Audrey II Voice"
Niah Harris
"Ronette"
Niah Harris is an ambitious 8th grader, and she has been doing shows at CHS for almost 2 years, and has had the amazing opportunity to do 5 shows previously, being Frozen Jr. (Anna, 2023), Mid summers Nights Dream (Athenian Royalty, 2024), Beauty and the Beast (Madame de la Grande Bouche, 2024), Annie Jr. (Mrs. Pugh/Orphan, 2024), and the most recent production, Taming of the Shrew (Bianca, 2025). Niah now has the opportunity to play Ronette in Little Shop Of Horror's, and she is very glad to be working with a lot of familiar faces. She is very thankful, and make sure to look out for our last production of the school year of 2025, Little Shop of horrors! Make sure to come see it, and we hope you enjoy the show(s).
Zoë Belle Pimentel
"Ronette"
Zoë is so happy and excited to be in this production as Ronnette. She is ready to bring the character's sas and energy to the stage! Zoë has been in many prior Crismon productions including Beauty and the Beast, Crucible, Annie and Taming of the Shrew (as tech). She has enjoyed all of her time with her cast and she is so glad to be blessed with such amazing cast members. Although she is sad that this is the last show of the year, she is happy with all of the memories she made this year and can't wait for years to come! Dancing and singing with all the members of the Ronnettes is so enjoyable and she hopes they can put on a memorable show for you all. ENJOYYYYYY!!!!
Bella Bialowitz
"Crystal"
Kaydin Acosta
"Crystal"
Gianna Martin
"Chiffon"
Mya Mendoza
"Chiffon"
Gianna is thrilled to be performing the role of Chiffon! She has previously stated in Frozen Jr, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Beauty and the Beast, Annie Jr, and now Little Shop of Horrors. She has also previously worked as Assistant Stage Manager for the production of The Crucible. Gianna is grateful for all the important people who have helped her to get to this point! She hopes you enjoy the show!
Blakely White
"Shawna"
Blakely White is thrilled to be apart of Little Shop of Horrors as Shawna! This is her third musical and second ever play. She made her debut in The Crucible as Tituba last October.When she's not onstage she enjoys violin, flute, and she has been dancing for about nine years now. She just recently discovered her passion for theatre this year and she is so excited to grow as a performer for many years to come. She would like to thank for their IMMENSE support and help in the process, she's putting in 110% for you!
Penny Erickson
"Shawna"
Penny is a junior at Crismon High School. Previously Mrs. Potts in 𝘉𝘦𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘵 and Katharina in 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘩𝘳𝘦𝘸, as wells as an assistant stage manager and follow spot operator for 𝘈𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘦 𝘑𝘳, she is thrilled to be playing Shawna in CHS’ 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘱 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘳𝘴. This role musically expanded her and immensely increased her admiration and appreciation of the skill and technique that goes into both the production and performance aspects of a show like this. She would like to thank her friends and family for always supporting her passions and making her smile, no matter what.
Rowen Crosgrove
"Latisse"
Hello! Rowen is very excited to be apart of this production. She would like to thank Mr Thorn for this amazing opportunity, she would also like to thank her parents for being so supportive of this and every other production. She hopes you enjoy the show and to have a good time.
Haley Lewis
"Latisse"
Hayley is so excited to be in Little Shop of Horrors! She is currently playing the role of Latisse, and has been preparing for weeks to sing in the show. Hayley has played Abigail Williams in the Crucible and Lily in Annie earlier this year. She owes her preparation and singing to her parents, her family, and friends. Come to see the show!
Everett Roskowitz
"Mr. Martin/Customer"
Ethan Insalaco
"Mr. Martin/Customer"
Ethan Insalaco is an 8th grader at Crismon High School, and he is very excited to be in Little Shop of Horrors with all his friends. He has been in the show's Frozen Jr. (Sven), Beauty and the Beast (Chip), The Crucible (Ezekiel Cheever), Annie Jr. (Bert Healy), and Taming of the Shrew (Gremio). He has loved doing shows in the past and he is very excited to be doing this next show with his friends. He hopes that everyone will enjoy the show and to have a great summer break!
Nathan Prokop
"Radio Announcer"
Nathan participated in performing arts before he entered the world attending regional and national dance competitions in utero and as an infant. His first public performance was at the age of 2 to a self-choreographed 4 minute number modeled after the artistic motion dance elite competition team. He started his formal training with ballet and performed in the Nutcracker at age 7. He continued in dance expanding to hip hop and musical theater showing his dance talent in the school talent show in 2 nd grade. He took a short break to pursue a career as an athlete in soccer and volleyball, until he determined his sport and true passion is performing on stage and film.
Logan Matamoros
"Radio Announcer"
Brandon Vasquez
"Mr. Bernstein"
Brandon Vasquez is an 8th grader at Crismon High School playing Mr Bernstein/Ensemble in this production. Born and raised in New York, "The City That Never Sleeps," Brandon has enjoyed performing since a young age. His most recent works at Crismon include Hortensio in Taming Of The Shrew, Rooster in Annie JR, and Thomas Putnam in The Crucible. This show is his last production before he becomes a high schooler. He would like to thank his family, all his best friends, and God for getting him to where he is today. Now just sit back, relax, and enjoy Little Shop Of Horrors!
M.E. Person
"Mrs. Luce"
Hi there! Im M.E. and I am happy to be playing the part of Mrs. Luce!
Ryan Barth
"Mrs. Luce"
Hi I’m Ryan and I play Mrs.Luce.I am very excited to be apart of this production it is always such a great experience. I love theatre so much and have been doing it for a while now. You may make seen me in some other crismon theatre company productions like The Crucible as Mary Warren, Taming of the shrew as Tranio and many others. I hope you enjoy the show!!
Charlize Cooley
"Skip Snip"
I’m so excited to be part of Crismon’s production of Little Shop of Horrors! Acting has always been a passion of mine, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to bring Skip Snip to life. Playing such a silly, comedic character has been a fun challenge since I don’t usually take on roles like this. This production has been an incredible experience, reminding me of all the hard work that goes into a show. I’m also looking forward to working on choreography, as it’s an area I don’t have much experience in. Thank you to everyone who made this production possible!
Courtney Rucker
"Skip Snip"
Skip Snip is played by the amazing, and extraordinary Courtney Rucker. A little about her: She plays the violin and loves pink! She also loves Giraffes and Turtles. This is her 6th play. She has been part of such productions as Frozen Jr (ensemble); Beauty and the Beast (silly girl); The Crucible (Martha Corey); Annie Jr (Molly); and Taming of the Shrew (Grumio). She is 13 and is very excited and hopes you like it! She loves to be in plays/musicals and hopes to do more as she grows in the art of theater. She wants to thank God, her family, friends, Mr. Thorn, and all the teachers who have helped guide her on her life's journey so far.
Maya Velez
"Skid Row Soloist"
Rowen Crosgrove
"Latisse"
Maya is in 9th grade and is 14 years old. She has been in 3 productions as a tech crew member and she was the Widow in Taming of the Shrew. She would like to thank her friends and family for persuading her passion in theater
ENSEMBLE
Addilyn Niepoetter
Annalyse Hunt
Brianna Johnson
Hi. I'm Annalyse Hunt, and I'm in 8th grade. I am excited to be in my fifth production here at Crismon. Outside the theatre, I love playing the saxophone and hanging out with my friends. Even though I am ensemble, I am excited to show the audience what I can do and hopefully get a bigger role someday.
Brianna is so excited to be apart of Crismon production of "Little Shop of Horrors" she has been in almost every production of Crismon (except Crucible) She would like to thank her family for encouraging and helping her feel confident in this play. I enjoy playing piano and doing choir at our school. I have been doing piano and choir for 5 years now. I have 4 dogs and 1 cat, I also have 8 siblings. I want to thank everyone for coming to "Little Shop of Horrors" I hope you have a great night! Watch out for Audrey 2 she might come for you!!
Ebenezer Kossi
This is Ebenezer's sophomore production. He recently got into theater and hopes to be in future shows. He was previously in Taming of the Shrew as Baptista.
Elizabeth Lopez
Everlyn Murty
Gibran Anaya
Harper Infalt
Javae Spence
Hello! I am Harper and I am a young actress. (some things about me) I crochet, I draw, and I do theater and films (duh!) I am in 7th grade, my birthday is on June 10th, and I would like to thank my mom for getting me into the theater and acting! have a good time seeing our musical! we worked very hard. :3
Hello I'm Javae Spence and my grandpa was a singer and my history in theater was Annie. I wanted to be in this production because I love being in theater it's so fun to be in and I made amazing friends because of it.My personal hobbies are gardening, piano, singing and being creative.
Kiley Novak
Makya Edwards
Maya Galarza
Teagan Castle
Victoria Kendzlic
Shania Miller
This is Victoria’s eighth show here at Crismon! She loved taking part in this wonderful musical. Victoria wants to thank her family, friends, and teachers for pushing her too keep doing theater. Victoria also wants to thank her fellow cast for inspiring her. Victoria hopes everyone enjoys the show and can’t wait to perform!!
This show has been so exciting to be a part of. In the past I have worked with most of this cast before and each and every time it is so fun. I’d like to thank my parents and God for this opportunity. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
CREW
Jelena Alvarez
Student Director
Claire Manzke
Stage Manager
Delanie Seloff
Assistant Stage Manager
Elliana Seoph
Laney Vrolyks
Kylee Hogans
Assistant Stage Manager
Sound Operator
Assistant Stage Manager
Laney Vrolyks is a dedicated freshman with a growing passion for theatre tech. She has served as an Assistant Stage Manager for The Crucible, Annie, and Taming of the Shrew, gaining experience in organization and backstage coordination. For Little Shop of Horrors, she’s stepping into new roles as both the Master Carpenter and Sound Operator—marking her first time running sound. Laney loves being part of the behind-the-scenes magic that brings every show to life.
Aven Stoutenberg
Assistant Stage Manager
Ariana Perez
Assistant Stage Manager
Lily Sinks
Assistant Stage Manager
Ariana is a freshman, and this is the second production she has done. At the beginning of the year, she fell in love with theater when she joined Mr. Thorns' stagecraft class. She is extremely excited to be in this production, although she doesn't play a role in this production; she is a follow spot. Plus she has been working behind the scenes helping with building things for the sets and helping with lighting designs for the musical. From her time playing in Annie jr. She has become master electrician with her friend Rylie who also enjoys the technical side of theater. there have been people who supported her with things is her friends and mom. Her mom was the first to give her the idea of joining theater.
Zoie Papsin
Assistant Stage Manager
Nathan Prokop
Student Choreographer
Genevive Gilpin
Properties
Riley Woods
Lighting Console
Spencer is excited to finally be back in crew for little shop of horrors. It has been a exciting year full of fun and I'm so glad to finish it off string as the puppeteer of Audrey 2. Special shout out to my mother for encouraging me to always be brave and try new things.
PUPPETEERS
Elliana Selph
Puppeteer
Spencer Eminicher
Puppeteer
Mikayla Gonzalez
Puppeteer
LIVE MUSIC
Live music provided by The Skidrow Band! under the musical direction of Scott Lloyd.
PRODUCTION TEAM
Randall Thorn
Producing Director
Randall Thorn is thrilled to be a part of the Crismon High School Fine Arts Department. Mr. Thorn originally comes from Pittsburgh Pa where he studied Music and Musical Theater at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Penn State University. He has been a successful Choir and Showchoir director and a Theater producer and director for 31 years in education. He has produced over 120 full stage productions here in Arizona and Pennsylvania and has additionally worked throughout the Valley with groups such as Fusion Talent Showcase, Actors Youth Theater and Just West of Broadway. Mr. Thorn helped design and create an entire program at Learning Foundation and Performing Arts Charter School in Gilbert as well at Paideia Liberal Arts Academy in South Phoenix and is excited to grow a wonderful and new Theatrical program for the Crismon High School Community.
Josh Insalaco
Production Manager
With over 25 years of professional experience in theater, spanning Production Management, Stage Management, and Design, Josh brings a wealth of expertise to the stage. His career has taken him to major cities across the country, from the glitz of Los Angeles to the entertainment hub of Las Vegas and even the illustrious Broadway. Josh has dedicated a substantial amount of time to studying, analyzing, and performing Shakespeare, showcasing a deep appreciation for classical theater. As he embarks on his fourth production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, the joy he finds in the creative process is palpable. Excitement resonates as he witnesses the growth and development of the students at Crismon High School, recognizing the start of an epic adventure for the Crismon Theater Company. It is indeed an honor for Josh to be part of this journey, contributing his skills and passion to the flourishing program.
Christina Insalaco
Production Manager
With a rich and diverse background spanning three decades, Christina brings a wealth of performance experience to the stage, showcasing her talents in theater, choir, dance, and cheer. Her unwavering passion for musical theater has been a driving force throughout her career, infusing every role with dedication and creativity. Not only is Christina a seasoned performer, but she also possesses a keen eye for the visual aspects of the stage, showcasing her skills in Set and Costume Design. Her ability to easily connect with students fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, making her an invaluable addition to the Crismon Theater Company. Excitement emanates as Christina embarks on this new journey, eager to contribute her expertise and witness the program's growth and success.
Scott Lloyd
Musical Director
Scott Lloyd is a graduate of the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music. For the last 18 years he has been teaching band, choir, and orchestra in the public school setting. Scott is the Crismon HS fine arts department chair and very excited to be a part of Crismon's debut musical performance.
The Crismon Theater Booster Club is a Performing Arts booster club based in Queen Creek, AZ. The main purpose of the Crismon Theater Booster Club is to raise money and support for the Crismon Theater Company and provide for theater-related extracurricular activities. The booster club is a Non-Profit and run by a team of volunteers.
SPECIAL THANKS
The Crismon Theater Company would like to extend a special thank you to our generous sponsors:
Pecan Creek RV Storage
The Goodwin Family
Tavares Plumbing
S & J Grading, Inc.
Chandler Lawn and Gardens
Audrey II Puppets by
Musical Theater of Anthem and Ironwood High School
Graffiti Art by
Michael Vrolyks
In addition, we would like to thank:
The Crismon Theater Boosters
Principal Elyse Torbert and the Administration of CHS
All the wonderful parents and volunteers including:
Josh and Christina Insalaco
Crystal Wright
Mrs. Dana Sloan
Scott Lloyd and the CHS Fine Arts Department
The amazing faculty at CHS
Molly Jacobs and the Queen Creek Performing Arts Center
Dr. Perry Barry, Superintendent
Clearwing Productions
The CHS Music Boosters
The CHS Custodial Staff and Maintenance
PERFORMANCE DATES
MAY 1 - MAY 3, 2025