Father of the Bride at The Tropic Theater
Dates: (5/13/2022 - 5/22/2022 )
The Tropic Theater |
Standing Ovation Academy
121 W. Main Street
Leesburg, 34748
Phone: 3529011015
Tickets: $7.50 - $18.00
FATHER OF THE BRIDE BY CAROLINE FRANCE Mr. Banks learns that one of the young men he has seen occasionally about the house is about to become his son-in-law. Daughter Kay announces the engagement out of nowhere. Mrs. Banks and her sons are happy, but Mr. Banks is in a dither. The groom-to-be, Buckley Dunstan, appears on the scene and Mr. Banks realizes that the engagement is serious. Buckley and Kay don't want a "big" wedding just a simple affair with a few friends! We soon learn, however, that the "few" friends idea is out. Then trouble really begins. The guest list grows larger each day, a caterer is called in, florists, furniture movers and dressmakers take over, and the Banks household is soon caught in turmoilnot to mention growing debt. When Kay, in a fit of temper, calls off the wedding, everyone's patience snaps. But all is set right, and the wedding (despite more last-minute crises) comes off beautifully. In the end, the father of the bride is a happy, proud man, glad that the wedding is over, but knowing too that it was worth all the money and aggravation to start his daughter off so handsomely on the road to married life. VENUE: The Tropic Theater 121 W. Main Street, Downtown Leesburg, FL 34748 SHOW DATES/TIMES: May 13, 2022 (Friday) 7:30 PM May 14, 2022 (Saturday) 7:30 PM May 15, 2022 (Sunday) 6:00 PM May 20, 2022 (Friday) 7:30 PM May 21, 2022 (Saturday) 7:30 PM May 22, 2022 (Sunday) 2:30 PM TICKET PRICES: General Admission $18.00 Seniors, Military, & First Responders $15.00 Students $7.50
Cast and Creative team for Father of the Bride at The Tropic Theater
Cast
Kirk Klemash
Stanley Banks
Kirk Klemash - (Mr. Banks) Kirk is excited to make his Standing Ovation Acadamy debut in this wonderful production of Father of the Bride! He has previously performed, in Lake County, at the Icehouse, Melon Patch, and Moonlight Players Theatres. Some favorite Central Florida roles include, Sam Carmichael in Mama Mia! El Gallo in Fantastics, Gaston in Beauty and the Beast, Emile in South Pacific, Harold Hill in The Music Man, Fred Graham in Kiss Me Kate, Mr. Potter in It's a Wonderful Life Radio Play. David O. Selznick and Victor Flemming in Moonlight and Magnolias. Kirk is privileged and delighted to have the opportunity to share the stage with the talented cast and crew of Father of the Bride. He thanks you for coming to see the show and for supporting local live theater!!
Denise Truscott
Ellie Banks
Denise Truscott (Mrs. Banks) - This is Denise's debut on the Standing Ovation stage, but she is no stranger to the stages of Lake County. She was last seen as, Mrs. Tottendale, to Marann's, Janet, in Moonlight Theater's production of, The Drowsy Chaperone. One of her very favorite roles was Playing, Marian, opposite, Kirk, as Harold Hill, in Melon Patch's production of, The Music Man, in which they were directed by, Charlotte. She is very happy to be reunited with these fellow thespians, and has enjoyed joining the Standing Ovation family
Marann Curtis
Kay Banks
Marann K Curtis (Kay Banks) – Is excited to be performing in Father of the Bride. You might have recently seen her as M'Lynn in Steel Magnolias here at Standing Ovation Academy. She has performed in various venues around Central Florida, Milwaukee, WI and Erie, PA. Some of her favorite past credits include: Maddie in Making God Laugh, Belle in Beauty & the Beast, Betty Hanes in White Christmas, Rizzo in Grease (won Best Leading Actress in a Musical Milwaukee), Elizabeth in Frankenstein, Mimi in Rent, Bombalurina in Cats, Millie Dillmount in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Brooke in Noises Off, and Winnifred in Once Upon a Mattress.
Ryan Kiernan
Ben Banks
Ryan Kiernan - (Ben Banks) Ryan is a 13 year old who likes to cook, bake, do art, play guitar, longboard and take care of animals. He has previously performed in Judy Moody and Stink the Mad Mad Mad Treasure Hunt, The murders mansion of Mr. Uno and the Radio play disaster. When Ryan grows up he wants to be a chef,waiter or an actor.
Mason Mills
Tommy Banks
Mason Mills - (Tommy Banks) Mason is in 9th grade at the Villages Charter School. Mason first caught the acting bug in 3rd grade when he earned the role of Aladdin, in Aladdin Jr. Since then, he has acted with Standing Ovation Academy, and other theater groups in multiple performances, including the Villages Theater Club, in South Pacific. He loves the entire process of putting a show together including the behind the scenes workings. He recently started volunteering weekly with his church's tech team to help man the cameras and lighting. Mason enjoys all things military and hopes to have the honor of serving our country in the Air Force after graduation.
Ryan Bishop
Buckley Dunstan
Ryan Bishop (Buckley Dunstan) – This is Ryan’s debut at The Tropic Theater. Born and raised in the city of Kissimmee. He made his stage debut in October 2021 and portrayed Tom Buchanan in “The Great Gatsby.” He has always had a passion for the arts and enjoys playing saxophone.
Emma Beauchemin
Delilah
Emma Beauchemin (Delilah) - Emma is a 11 year old who loves acting and musical theater. She has performed on the stages of the Sharon, The Orlando Shake, The Orlando Repertory and of course her favorite The Tropic. She does ballet and jazz dance at The Villages Charter School and enjoys voice and Glee Choir through Standing Ovation Academy. Emma’s dream is to attend a performing arts school of theater and become an actress and a journalist or astronaut. “As a woman I hope other women understand they have a voice and should be heard. We shouldn’t let men “be to fresh”. And we should always speak up for what we want and don’t just settle for “dungarees”.
Liam Chang
Buzz Taylor
Liam Chang (Buzz Taylor) - Liam started acting at the age of eight. His first musical performance was at the Tropic Theater, starring Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast Jr. Liam also played the roles of Rooster in Annie Jr., Zeke Balor in High School Musical Jr., Charles in The Murderous Mansion of Mr. Uno, Stiltskin in Law and Order: Fairy Tale Unit, and Warner in Legally Blonde Jr. Liam performed in productions with The Orlando Shakes and Young Artists of America. He is an A-student, a school choir member, and plays piano and violin. Liam’s hobbies include reading, playing soccer, and gaming.
Olivia LaTour
Peggy Swift
Olivia LaTour (Peggy Swift) - Olivia is a 13 year old who loves musical theatre. She has been in Frozen Jr., Beauty and the Beast Jr., Annie Jr., Mary Poppins Jr., and the Wizard of Oz. Olivia loves to draw, paint, color and read. In school, Olivia is in the Nation Beta Association. Olivia enjoys sports like Volleyball and plays whenever she can. When Olivia grows up she would like to be an actress on broadway or be in a movie.
Shannon Waters
Mrs. Bellamy
Shannon Waters (Mrs. Bellamy) - Shannon began acting in high school where she played a lion in a Christmas play. She continued in college when she took a children’s theatre class at Lake Sumter State Collage. She fell in love with the theatre and quickly got involved with everything associated with it and was on a full ride scholarship. She had the pleasure of getting lead roles in two children’s plays, Wiley and the Harry Man and Beauty and the Beast, along with some dramatic roles. She also joined a comedy sketch theatre group called Studio 13, where she performed many times through out her college career. She’s done little skits at church through out the years but mostly have focused on her family and career until Jennifer came knocking.
Janelle Woodyard
Mrs. Massoula
Janelle Woodyard (Massoula) – Janelle is excited to make her debut performance at Standing Ovation. Previous roles at IceHouse Theatre include: Rose Adelle Abrams in Sirens, Mrs Tottendale in The Drowsy Chaperone, Mrs Everette P Osgood in Suite Surrender, Miss Andrew in Mary Poppins, and Alma Hicks in The Music Man. Other Central Florida credits include: Cinderella’s Stepmother in Into the Woods, Emily in Lark Eden, and Grace, in Born to Give Us Hope, at First Baptist Orlando. Janelle sends love to Doug for his love and support, and hugs and kisses to her family and friends. Enjoy the show!
Scott Duarte
Joe
Scott Duarte (Joe) – Scott is super excited to be part of this great cast. He’s no stranger to the stage. And has been in many holiday plays as the famous Flossy the Snowman. He’s been in other shows like In the Heights, The Outsiders, and The Holiday Channel Winter Wonderthon, just to name a few. Scott believes laughter is the best medicine!
Bennett Truscott
Red
Bennett Truscott (Red) – Bennett has been interested in acting since he was a kid, playing out scenes from movies and watching his parents at their local community theater. He has played, Tiny Tim, in The Christmas Carol, and the King of Hearts, in Alice in Wonderland, as well as, Robin, in Moonlight Theater's production of, The Merry Wives of Windsor.
Jazmyn McDuffie
Pete (PJ)
Jazmyn McDuffie (PJ) – Jazmyn McDuffie is an outgoing 14 year old, who loves performing! She’s in the 8th grade and attends Tavares Middle School. Jazmyn has performed as Grace in Annie Jr., Ms. Andrews in Mary Poppins Jr., Ms. Darbus in High School Musical Jr., and Morticia Addams in Adam’s Family Young at Part.. When Jazmyn isn’t at theater, she enjoys cheering. When she grows up, she wants to be an actress in the film industry. She also received two Tropicana speech awards.
Kourtnee McDuffie
Tim’s Helper
Kourtnee McDuffie (Tim’s Helper) – Kourtnee attends Tavares Middle School and loves to dance, play basketball, and swim. She previously performed in Mary Poppins Jr. as Katie Nanna, Junie B Jones Is Not A Crook as Grace, and The Radio Play Disaster as Harlan. When Kourtnee grows up, she wants to be a fashion designer and already has experience as she puts together outfits for herself and her Mom. She has won trophies for basketball and cheer.
Charlotte Jardine
Mrs. Pulitzki
Charlotte Jardine (Mrs. Pulitzki) – Charlotte has been doing Theater since she was five years old. She loves the fact that she’s reached an age where she gets to play age appropriate characters. Some of her favorite roles have included Ouiser in “Steel Magnolias”, Mrs. Antrobus in “Skin of our Teeth”, Lady Percy in “Henry IV, Part 1” and Deseree in “A Little Night Music”. She has appeared on stage all over the United States as well as Europe and Central America.
Creative Team
Jennifer Wade
Director
Cristina Cuervo
Assistant Director
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