Do You Wanna Dance? Creative

Director

Emily E. Faulkner

As the founder, producer, and director of Sight, Sound and Scroll Productions it is Emily’s desire to provide unique theatrical opportunities for students. Emily’s performing career began when at the age of 4. Emily was an active member of her high school theatre program, Thespian troupe, college and community theatre, and recently independent films. When asked about her favorite show she said, “The next one”, implying that each and every show has unseen potential, challenges, and moments that can become favorites. She is exceptionally proud of her performance at the International Thespian Festival, the shows directed and produced for Sight, Sound and Scroll, and her involvement with the film Junkie. Emily spends her days teaching Theatre Arts, Speech, and English. Emily is humbled and grateful to have had the support of her family, close friends, cherished dogs, and the performers she has worked with over the years. They are what encourage and compel the dreams into realities.

Musical Director

Kathy E. Walters

Kathy Walters has been the musical director, teaching the music and conducting for the past 22 years for Sight, Sound and Scroll Productions. Kathy has a bachelor’s degree from Anderson University in vocal performance, and choral music K-12. She has done graduate recital performances at Ball State University. She has performed leading roles in high school musicals, musicals and opera in college, and progressed to directing high school performances for the past 26 years. Kathy has performed in community theatre at Arts Place in Portland, Indiana. She also did a cameo role in Bye, Bye Birdie and Ladies of the Mop. The most enjoyable part of theatre for Kathy is the camaraderie between cast, crew, and directors, and seeing the final product come together. Kathy has enjoyed the opportunity to work again with her daughter on a professional basis. Kathy is grateful for the opportunity to work with such talented students and can’t wait for the audience to enjoy the performances.

Choreographer

Alyssa Mason

Alyssa’s background stems from gymnastics and four years of competitive show choir in high school. She began gymnastics at age five and continued for ten years, competing eight of those years and coaching for an additional 13 years. Alyssa’s a singer and dancing came as a natural compliment. She was excited to use her skills to choregraph Sight, Sound and Scroll’s Guys and Dolls, which happens to be her favorite show. Alyssa would like to thank Ms. Walter and Ms. Faulkner for giving her opportunities to continue and share her love of dance.

Graphic Designer

Lloyd E. Woodard

Born in Chicago, IL during the Fifties, Lloyd came to Indiana where he completed his undergraduate and graduate work in Art and Art Education. As an educator for over 45 years, he has had the privilege of working with students that have gone on to be successful artists, designers, moviemakers and fellow educators. During his time at Mississinewa he has worked the Graphic Design aspect of Sight, Sound and Scroll with the talented team. Currently his artwork and photography are displayed in several countries and throughout the United States.

Lighting Designer

Kathy Daniels

Kathy has been with Sight, Sound and Scroll for 13 years now; collaborating with Ms. Emily Faulkner on Sound and Lighting Design and is the Board Operator in the booth. Her favorite role is directing romantic comedies at Marion Civic Theatre. She has won several awards for directing, show design, and acting. Kathy is giddy with excitement about the new theatre being built in Gas City. She hopes to see more community involvement, more diverse opportunities, and more students learning about all aspects of the theatre both onstage and backstage. She enjoys watching students discover talents they did not realize they had -- from singing to storytelling to conveying their character’s stories and emotions. Kathy wants to thank the Mississinewa Administration, Ms. Emily Faulkner, and Ms. Kathy Walters for their support of the theatre and musical arts at Mississinewa Community Schools. Together, they have launched so many dreams that led to careers and pastimes that will last a lifetime.

Set Design & Construction

Larry Bryant

Larry helps with the design and construction of the set pieces for the musical. He has helped with many musicals while also working as the Industrial Technology teacher for the high school since the fall of 2014. Larry also coaches football and track for Mississinewa High School. He is happy to be a part of something that generates interest and excitement for the students. People should appreciate the amount of time and effort that these young actors and workers put in to make this show amazing. The passion I see from these students truly is inspiring. Larry would like to give a thanks to his students in his Industrial Technology classes in helping build the set pieces.

Sound Design

Chip Bos

Deck Captain

Taylor Kern

Taylor Kern is 16 years old and a junior who is a part of the tech team for the production of Do You Wanna Dance? Taylor has been a huge asset and leader for the tech crew starting from last year's spring musical production, The Wedding Singer. The most enjoyable part of theatre for Taylor is the magic of theatre itself. Taylor’s favorite memories come from that cast parties at IHOP after show nights. Lastly Taylor wants to thank Ms. Faulkner, for giving her a chance.

Publicity

Alex Llorens

Alex is a part of the Junior class and is with the tech team for this production. She is grateful to be a part of something that will hopefully bring light, smiles, and laughs in difficult times. Alex said her favorite part of theatre is, “Watching a group of random kids from different friend groups, with different interests, personalities, backgrounds, talents, and beliefs, all come together to create what we do. It is truly magical.” Alex would like to thank Ms. Walters and Ms. Faulkner for all of the work they do, but also the standard they hold everyone to. “It never waivers or changes. They have high expectations for us, hold us to it, and in the process we always grow and learn so much. It is like no other experience, all thanks to them!”

Running Crew

Jon Alsup

Jon is a member of the tech team for the production Do You Want To Dance. He is 18 years old and a senior at Mississinewa High School. Jon hasn’t been in any previous productions but after going to last year's musical and this year's play Jon wanted to get involved in any way he could. He is a part of the cross country and track teams and is also involved in Campus life. Jon is excited to see all the hard work come together for the performance, and hopes the audience can see how fun and rewarding this experience is!

Running Crew

Aly Glaser

Aly is part of the tech team for the production of Do You Want To Dance. Aly was also a part of the tech team for the fall play this year, 30 Reasons Not To Be In a Play. Aly found her way to the theatre program through her friends and says that her favorite part of theatre has been gaining new friends along the way. Aly hopes through this show people can learn that it is okay to be out of your comfort zone. Aly would like to give thanks to her parents and friends for pushing her to try new things.

Running Crew

Daryan Sears

Daryan is part of tech team for Do You Want To Dance? She is a 17 year old junior. Her freshman year she was in Theater Arts and discovered she would rather be backstage then on stage. She started her career in Sight, Sound and Scroll Productions earlier this year with 30 Reasons Not To Be In A Play. Daryan is very involved with anything to do with art, she is focused on ways she can perfect her portfolio. She is looking forward to watching the finale show, she claims everyone has worked very hard and that she wants to see the end result. She would like to thank all of the cast for making these shows possible and so much fun.

Original Creative Team

Mark Brymer, Composer

Mark Brymer heads a full service music and live theatrical show production company, WOW! ENTERTAINMENT, INC. whose clients include Disney Film Studios, Six Flags Theme Parks, Music Theater International, Pirates Voyage & Dixie Stampede Dinner/Arena Attractions, RHINO Records and Hal Leonard Print Publishers. Mark’s latest venture is the creation of “Jukebox Musicals®”, a series of musicals designed for young performers(12-25), featuring existing popular songs, and age-appropriate scripts. Mark's academic background includes Millikin University, UNT (Denton, TX) and UCLA (Los Angeles). Mark, and his wife Terri, presently live in Dallas, Texas.

John Jacobson, Author

In October of 2001 President George Bush named John Jacobson a Point of Light award winner for his "dedication to providing young people involved in the arts opportunities to combine music, charitable giving and community service." John is the founder and volunteer president of America Sings! Inc., a non-profit organization that encourages young performers to use their time and talents for community service.John has staged hundreds of huge music festivals ensembles in his association with Walt Disney Productions and directed productions featuring thousands of young singers including NBC's national broadcast of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, presidential inaugurations and more. Most recently, John has become a YouTube sensation and is known by millions as the "Double Dream Hands Guy"! John plays an active role as uncle to 24 nieces and nephews and an ever growing number of great nieces and great nephews.