At first the Sycamore family seems crazy, but it is not long before we realize that if they are crazy, the rest of the world is even crazier. Full of humor and wisdom, the play first charmed audiences in the classic Jimmy Stewart movie of the same name.
You may think you're a little off during the show - but it all turns out right in the end.
Adults - $10
Seniors and Students - $8
Children - $7
is honored to be in this stellar cast of YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU here at Plaza Theatre Co. He was most recently seen in Plaza's productions of SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN as bass playing Cousin Buford, FOOTLOOSE as Uncle Wes, GHOST OF A CHANCE as Chance and MY FAIR LADY as Jamie, while in this area he has appeared in The Carnegie Players productions of MAN OF LA MANCHA, where he played Sancho Panza, THE MUSIC MAN as Marcellus Washburn, and SOUTH PACIFIC as Joseph Cable. He also recently served as the Technical Director for Carnegie's Production of OLIVER! Aaron holds his Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with concentrations in Musical Theatre and Set Design from Tarleton State University with internships at Kent State University in Ohio. Some of his favorite collegiate roles include The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince in INTO THE WOODS, Ossian Borg in WORMWOOD, and The Poet/Haaj in KISMET. He is currently employed as a Web Developer at eMagination Web Designs, a subsidiary of National Direct Media h
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Amy is happy to return to PlazaCo for her sixth show and to share the stage with her mother, Mary Helen. Previous roles at Plaza include Laurey in OKLAHOMA!, Lily in THE SECRET GARDEN, Bethany in GHOST OF A CHANCE, and ensemble roles in MY FAIR LADY and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Amy holds a BA in Music and is the private voice lesson teacher at Smithfield Middle School. In her free time, Amy enjoys digital photography and watching classic film. Amy sends love to her boyfriend Andrew, and thanks him along with all the members of the armed forces for serving our country.
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ANALAURA KEITH
(Stage Manager)
just graduated from Cleburne High School and is now attending Hill College. Analaura has helped in many shows here at Plaza Theatre Company including GHOST OF A CHANCE, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and was Stage Manager for MY FAIR LADY. She really enjoys being here at Plaza and is happy to be back. She would like to thank all her friends and family for believing in her and standing behind her in whatever she does.
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is happy to be back on the Plaza stage after a year. You may remember him as Randall Wright in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES.. He has performed in several shows in the last few years in the area; among his favorites were THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, THE MIRACLE WORKER, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, AND FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (his very first show). In addition to performing, Chris also has great fun volunteering with set design, building special effect props and painting murals for various shows. He has helped with set pieces at the Plaza Theatre Company since its inception, and considers it a privilege to be able to do volunteer work here. Chris drives down from the DFW area, and every mile of the drive is well worth it thanks to the good folks of Cleburne and the surrounding towns who come out to support the Plaza Theatre and its season of shows. Chris is delighted to be performing in front of such a wonderful audience. "Please enjoy the show and be sure and come back for the rest of the season - you
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DANIEL SCOTT ROBINSON
(Donald)
is excited to be returning to the Plaza Stage for the third time. Past shows at Plaza include Chuck in FOOTLOOSE!, and Lefou in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Daniel just finished playing Smee in PETER PAN at Artisan Center Theatre in Hurst, TX. Other shows that he has done in the past are, The Music Man, Annie Get Your Gun, Grease, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, OZ!, COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLAM SHAKESPEAR ABRIDGED, GUYS AND DOLLS, and 42ND STREET. On his days off he plays the drums, naps a lot and takes care of his three other roommates (Which he loves). He would like to thank his Mommy, Dad, Family and his "TIRES" for supporting him in all he does even if they aren't the smartest ones. Philippians 1:3!
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is excited to be doing a show in the beautiful new theatre! This is her sixth show at Plaza Theatre Company...her fourth role with an accent...and her third role being doubled with the amazing Milette, ha! Some favorite Plaza roles include Eliza in MY FAIR LADY, Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and Martha in THE SECRET GARDEN...and of course "Adult Number Two From the Left" in FOOTLOOSE! She thanks Stefanie for this opportunity and for trusting her to learn a Russian accent. She would also like to send love and hugs to her family and a special "woohoo" to Milette for being a great double yet again.
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. After 50 shows with the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players, Dick is happy to be performing in this his first show with Plaza Theatre. Dick has served as director, music director, and actor as well as back stage and off stage roles in the past. He lists his favorite roles as Fagin in OLIVER George in MOON OVER BUFFALO and Artie in HOUSE OF BLUE LEAVES. His favorite shows to have directed include CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, SYLVIA, and THE MIRACLE WORKER. Dick would like to thank the Siler and Barrus families and director Stephanie Glenn for giving him the opportunity to play Grandpa. Dick is a retired CHS band director and currently co-owns Helmcamp’s Recyclepedia with his wife of 45 yrs, Patsy. In his spare time Dick likes to camp and play WOW with his friends.
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EDDIE NEEL
(Mr. Henderson and The Man)
is making is first appearance ever on stage! Eddie is a retired homicide detective after 30 years of service and is currently living in Cleburne with his lovely wife Judy Davenport. He has a daughter, Hollie, and loves to ride his Harley Davidson when he gets a chance.
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is completely, totally excited to be in her second production at Plaza Theatre Company. Emily attends Keene Junior High where she played the Ghost of Christmas Future in her 6th grand production of A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS, and Cinderella's mother in the 7th grade spoof of CINDERELLA AND BASKETBALL. She had an awesome experience at Plaza Academy's Drama Camp (thanks, Mom and Dad for paying for that), and being in FOOTLOOSE inspired her dreams of working in theatre in the future.
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G. AARON SILER
(Boris Kolenkhov)
. This is Aaron's fifteenth show here at PlazaCo. You might remember him Burl in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN or as Cogsworth in DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Aaron is happy to have lost most of the beard for this show. Favorite roles include Pap in BIG RIVER, Lazar Wolf in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Dr. Neville Crane in THE SECRET GARDEN, and Sparky in FOREVER PLAID. He has a wonderful wife, Milette, and three wonderful kids. In fact Aaron believes himself to be one of the luckiest persons in the world by living the dream and still having a wonderful family at the same time!
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JAY A. CORNILS
(Paul Sycamore)
comes to the Plaza Theatre Company after many performances in Johnson County with the Carnegie Players. He is perhaps best remembered as Charlie in THE FOREIGNER and Al Leis in THE SUNSHINE BOYS. A retired educator from Colorado, Jay has lived in Cleburne for four years and has recently married his bride, Corlis, who he wishes to thank, for her great love and support. Jay is a graduate of Concordia University - Chicago where he appeared in numerous productions, alas many years ago. An accomplished writer, Jay has published two novels - THE CROSS OF LORRAINE and A LITANY OF ANGELS - which can be checked out at www. crossoflorraine.com. Jay is very proud of the area's amazing talent pool and looks forward to continuing his contributions to community theater in Johnson County. He also would like to thank Tina, JaceSon, Aaron, and Milette for their invitation to join their troupe.
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JUDY DAVENPORT
(Gay Wellington)
is making her debute performance at Plaza Theatre Company, even though she has volunteered here with her husband Eddie on numerous occations. She has also played Ida Livinbed in OUT OF THE PICTURE with the Portsmouth Community Theatre in Rhode Island. Now living in Cleburne with husband Eddie Neel and 3 chihuahuas. Judy moved to Texas 6 years ago and has 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. Hobbies include scrapbooking, reading, and chihuahua rescue.
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KRISTEN PAYNE
(Alice Sycamore)
is stoked that you are reading her bio, first of all. Second of all, she would like to thank everyone in the cast and crew for working so hard to put together such an amazing show. She has been in theatre for many years and was most recently seen on the Plaza stage as Crystal in GHOST OF A CHANCE. Other favorites include FOOTLOOSE, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, BYE BYE BIRDIE, and THE CRUCIBLE. Thank you for coming, and enjoy the show!!
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LEANNE MEPPEN
(Essie Carmichael)
is thrilled to make her Plaza debut! Hailing from Granbury, this High School Deaf Education teacher has only recently caught the acting bug. While she was recently seen as Elsa in SOUND OF MUSIC at Stone Gate Christian Academy/Longhorn Theater, she has assisted with several shows at Granbury High School. To round out Leanne's full and blessed life, she enjoys singing on the Praise Team at her church and reading. Leanne would like to thank her Lord and Savior for all He has blessed her with! To her family and friends, "Thanks for supporting and encouraging me in this newest adventure in my life!"
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MARY HELEN ATKINS
(Mrs. Kirby)
is happy to be back with her friends at Plaza Theatre Company! She was last seen on the Plaza stage as Claire in THE SECRET GARDEN and served as musical director for that production. Mary Helen is a private voice teacher in Birdville Independent School District and has recently retired from teaching middle school choirs in BISD. She serves as the children’s choir director and staff pianist at Duncanville’s First Baptist Church and is the accompanist for numerous school choirs. She is excited to be appearing in this production with her daughter, Amy, and sends a special “thank you” to Stephanie and to Aaron S. for their encouragement and support.
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: This is Michael’s fourth production with The Plaza Theatre Company. His favorite roles include Charles Dickens/Fred in A CHRISTMAS CAROL and Jeff in THE CURIOUS SAVAGE. Michael is a 7th and 8th grade English teacher in Fort Worth ISD. He is also the proud dad of three great kids, Rylee, Jake, and Aubrie. He is also a proud member of The Sons of Confederate Veterans, Camp #1937 here in Cleburne. Michael enjoys the works of Shakespeare and studying Civil War history. He would like to thank his wonderful wife Aimee for her love and support and for playing the part of the “theatre widow” once again. “Good teaching is one-fourth preparation and three-fourths pure theatre.” –Gail Godwin
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is very excited about returning to Plaza for another show. Michael has been in numerous shows, He could most recently be seen here at the Plaza Theatre Company as Willard in FOOTLOOSE! and as Freddy Einsford-Hill in MY FAIR LADY. He also played Captain Hook in PETER PAN at the Artisan Center Theater in Hurst. He was also Charlie Davenport in TCC Northeast Playhouse's production of Annie Get Your Gun, as well as Jack Palmer in Mountainview College's production of Boy's Next Door and Scarecrow in TCC Northeast Playhouse's OZ! Michael would like to thank Jaceson and Tina Barrus, Aaron and Milette Siler and Stefanie Glenn for this opportunity to work at Plaza Theatre Company again. This performance is dedicated to his Parents for always supporting him emotionally and financially. To the Breevoort!!!
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is happy to entertain you tonight. You might have seen Milette as Eliza in MY FAIR LADY, Pamela Wright in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES, or as a “step in” plate or milkmaid for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. She also played the Yorkshire maid Martha in SECRET GAREN last fall. Milette would also love to thank her wonderful, loving family for all their support and sacrifice letting mommy play her dream role. To Dana, Ryan, and Mitch: you are my greatest joy!
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is thrilled to be making her Plaza Theatre Company directorial debut. Stefanie has enjoyed serving as Stage Manager and all around Plaza cheerleader for several shows including THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES, THE SECRET GARDEN, MY FAIR LADY, and FOOTLOOSE. Stefanie has worked as Stage Manager, Lighting Designer, Featured Dancer, Actor and various other roles in such productions as SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, BIG RIVER, THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, FOREVER PLAID and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Stefanie also teaches Middle and High School Theatre at Southwest Christian School and has had the privilege to direct The Importance of Being Earnest, Oklahoma!, The Butler Did It, You Can't Take It With You and Jane Austen's Emma. Stefanie holds a Master of Arts from Texas Woman's University with an emphasis in Directing and Stage Management and a Bachelor of Arts from Harding University with an emphasis in Acting. Special thanks to her family and friends for all their love and support!!
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is making his debut in acting on the Plaza stage. His favorite pastimes are playing/chasing toy balls (or any toy for that matter), running up and down the fence line with the neighbor's dogs, riding on the lawnmower, sleeping, and going anywhere in the car. He is thrilled, but also nervous, about being able to come to the theater and perform on the same stage with his "Mamma". Sunny would like to say "Bark, Bark, Ruff, Bark".
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is yet again absolutely thrilled to be part of a Plaza production! Taylor was last seen at Plaza in Footloose and My Fair Lady and very much enjoys being onstage, having been performing on and off stage for most of her life, and especially enjoys performing with the cast of You Can’t Take It with you! Taylor is a college student but is currently getting ready to leave for a volunteer-work trip to Uganda, Africa. Taylor would first like to thank everyone for coming out to see the show! Taylor would also like to thank her family, ”You are too amazing for words”, Stefanie, “Thanks for allowing me to be a part of a well directed show that is so much fun!”, Analaura, ”Girl, you are awesome!” and everyone in the cast of this show, ”You are all so very special!”
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TINA BARRUS
(Essie Carmichael)
Tina is a veteran of literally hundreds of productions having first appeared on stage at the tender age of five. To date her favorite roles include Lena Lamont in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, Lily St. Regis in ANNIE and Florence Rains in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES. She is the proud Mother of five creative and precocious kids and loves reading and singing with her kiddos every chance she gets. Tina is a native of Perry, Utah but is excited to have called Texas "home" for the past four years.
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is ecstatic to be performing once again on the Plaza Stage. She last performed as Miss Myrtle in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN as is currently playing Mama/Grandma in Plaza's Lolly-Pup Roundup production of LITTLE RED RIDING BOOTS. You may have also seen her in FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL as Eleanor Dunbar and as Lilly Belle Savage in CURIOUS SAVAGE. Tonya has done some film and television work. She was an extra on WALKER TEXAS RANGER - THE REUNION SHOW, PRISON BREAK, and both Lifetime Movie Networks Movie of the Week INSPECTOR MOM. She helped to produce and also played the role of Reporter Karen Kennedy in the indi film PROJECT CLEAR VISION (Based on actual events). Tonya also wrote her own short indi film THE DEATH OF JACKSON BOOKER in which she played the role of plastic surgeon Sarah Chandler. Tonya would like to express her love and gratitude to Plaza Theatre, and her family and friends for their continued faith and support of her and for allowing her to live her dream.
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