Date: September 6, 2010
Description: Hear cast members of the Bethel Renaissance Touring Production of GODSPELL discuss the production, the tour and what brought them to Bethel University.
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Interview Bios:
Travis McLeese is a Junior from Paris, TN, who is majoring in Business Administration. His stage credits include Joe Benjamin, God’s Favorite; Dr. Emmitt , Curious Savage; Kenickie, Grease; Ching Ho, Thoroughly Modern Millie; His Directing Credits include, Schoolhouse Rock! ,Alice in Wonderland Jr., Tv Or not TV, and Willy Wonka Jr. He is the Founder of the Youth for the Arts in Paris, TN. He was also the Co Founder and Camp Dean for Camp Krider 2009. “I would like to thank my wonderful family, without ALL of you I would not be where I am today. I would also like to thank Mrs. Linda Miller, an outstanding lady who has raised so many wonderful actors and actresses! ‘Teach a child to count, he can add; teach a throw, he can win; teach a child the arts, he can dream!’”.
Allin Montford is a Sophomore from Paris, TN who is majoring in Music Business. His credits include Agustus Gloop, Willy Wonka; Some Enchanted Evening, Light Along the Cumberland; Roger, Grease; and The Pied Piper. Allin plans to work at a major recording studio as a manager or an accountant. “It’s not enough to know your part, you have to know what you are a part of!” Dr. Bradley Almquist. “I’d like to thank my friends, family and the Renaissance Theatre Program for providing me with the opportunity to be a part of their first traveling production.”
Mike Murphy (John the Baptist/Judas) is a Senior from Nashville, TN who is majoring in Christian Ministries. His stage credits include Horton, Suessical; Motel, Fiddler on the Roof; Al Peterson, Bye Bye Birdie; and Baker, Into the Woods. Mike is employed by the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in McKenzie, TN as the coordinator of Children and Youth. After he graduates, Mike plans on taking a short break before entering seminary. Mike loves Renaissance Theatre and owes most of his success in it to his director, and more importantly close friend, Brian Hill. He would like to thank his wife, Sam for her support, His Heavenly father for carrying him through everything, and his family and friends for their belief in him.
Jason Wade is a Freshman from Paris, TN who is majoring in Music Education. His credits include Cornelius, Hello Dolly; Willy Wonka, Willy Wonka Jr.; and Wiley Hicks, Dearly Beloved. Jason plans to eventually teach a college choir. “I want to thank my sister for getting me started in theatre and my family and friends for supporting me.” “What matters is not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog.”
Chelsea M. Fuller is a Freshman from Memphis, TN who is majoring in Theatre. Her credits include Sharpay, High School Musical; Lucinda, Into the Woods; Brenda, Hairspray; Laurey, Oklahoma!; and Sandy, Grease. Her plans include moving to New York or Chicago to pursue musical theatre. She would like to eventually teach theatre and dance in an arts magnet high school. “Thanks to Mom, Pop, and Chris! Special thanks to Brian, Dr. Beth, Renaissance, Cast, Crew, and Bethel U for making this possible. This performance is dedicated to Mr. Mark Collins-you started it all. Thank you!”
Keywords: Bethel University; Renaissance; GODSPELL; McKenzie, Tennessee; musical theatre; Krider Performing Arts Center, Paris; The NED, Jackson; Bijou Theatre, Knoxville; Princess Theater, Decatur, Alabama; Bethel Performing Arts Center; The Bartlett Performing Arts Center
On the Web: http://www.bethelu.edu/godspell
Artist/Musician/Luthier Dan Knowles
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