History: 2019 Performances
Hello Again is a musical with music, lyrics and book by Michael John LaChiusa. It is based on the 1897 play La Ronde by Arthur Schnitzler. It focuses on a series of love affairs among ten characters during the ten different decades of the 20th century. This production was well received when staged as an Underground project in August, 2018.
The musical premiered Off-Broadway at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater (at Lincoln Center) on December 30, 1993 in previews and closed on March 27, 1994, after 101 performances. Directed and musically staged by Graciela Daniele the show was much in the vein of Stephen Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George in that the staging was like a classic painting coming to life. It received eight Drama Desk Award nominations including Best Musical, three for LaChiusa (Outstanding Book of a Musical, Music and Lyrics categories), two for Daniele (Choreographer and Director categories) and nominations for actors Judy Blazer, John Cameron Mitchell and Donna Murphy.
Underground: Rated R for Strong Language and Sexual Themes
Performance Dates: 4/18, 19
The musical premiered Off-Broadway at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater (at Lincoln Center) on December 30, 1993 in previews and closed on March 27, 1994, after 101 performances. Directed and musically staged by Graciela Daniele the show was much in the vein of Stephen Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George in that the staging was like a classic painting coming to life. It received eight Drama Desk Award nominations including Best Musical, three for LaChiusa (Outstanding Book of a Musical, Music and Lyrics categories), two for Daniele (Choreographer and Director categories) and nominations for actors Judy Blazer, John Cameron Mitchell and Donna Murphy.
Underground: Rated R for Strong Language and Sexual Themes
Performance Dates: 4/18, 19
Meet The Cast
Zachary Eric Glaeser is very excited to return to the Forst Inn stage to be a part of Hello Again! He was born and raised in Manitowoc, WI and is a 2012 graduate from the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh with a degree in Vocal Performance. He has been seen locally performing with The Masquers (Shrek in Shrek, Al Beineke in Addams Family, Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar, and Leo Bloom in the Producers) UW-Manitowoc (The Wolf/Cinderella's Prince in Into the Woods) and PQPC (JB Biggley in H2$IBWORT). He is involved with the Sheboygan County Chamber Choir, and also has been a part of a musical revue show in Plymouth, WI called "Mill Street Live!" for 3 summers. He hopes you all enjoy this performance, and would like to thank his friends, family and wonderful girlfriend, Sam for the continued love and support of his musical ventures.
Katie Ann Sievert was born and raised in the city of Manitowoc when she first found her love for theatre. The 25 year old works full time at her local credit union but does find extra time to do the things she loves. It hasn't been long since she was last on the stage. She was featured in many shows such as Legally Blonde, Company, Spring Awakening, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jesus Christ Superstar! She was also featured in the Forst Inns, Mistletoe Musings This show has been such an experience and her excitement to bring this show back on a new way is through the roof. She hopes you enjoy the show, the message it brings and the lovely Forst In Theatre.
Jonathan Medendorp has been part of Theatre in the Manitowoc area since his arrival in 2012. Appearing on stage from time to time and working behind the scenes with various companies throughout the Lakeshore, Jonathan is proud to make his Forst Inn debut with the cast of Hello Again. His hope is that you leave this performance with a sense of self-discovery and a heart full of love.
Cole Becka is a Manitowoc native and arts enthusiast. Play, musical, or improv group you can almost always find Cole involving himself in the arts via UW-Manitowoc, Peter Quince Performing Company and The Masquers players. Cole's humbled to be reprising his role as the Young Thing and would love to hear your thoughts on the show!
Patrick Schamburek is very excited to get back on the stage at the Forst Inn, in a show that holds a special place in his heart, Hello Again! Patrick has graced the stage in productions for The Masquers and UW Manitowoc. Some of his favorite shows were Rocky Horror, Chicago, Rent, Arsenic and Old Lace, and directing A Chorus Line. Patrick would like to thank his fellow actors and Kevin, for making this experience one he will never forget. Finally, a special Thank You to Melissa, Jenna, Miley, and Brynn, for always supporting me in my theatrical endeavors.
Sam Gretz is a Manitowoc native that works at Lincoln High School as a Special Education Aide and has loved performing in theatre since she was 2 years old. Some of her favorite roles have been Annie (Evil Dead the Musical), Morticia (Addams Family the Musical), Toffee (Zombie Prom), and Margot (Legally Blonde the Musical). She thanks you for supporting the Forst Inn and she hopes that you enjoy the show!
Phillip Jindra is excited to be performing in the Forst Inn's second season. He has been a member of the Forst Inn Arts Collective since its inception in 2017. Phillip has degrees in Theatre Arts and Vocal Music Performance from Lawrence University and completed an internship with Peninsula Players in 2016. He enjoys working on stage as a performer as well as offstage as a director, musician, designer, and occasional critic. He is an active member of The Masquers and has worked with several other local theatre groups. Thanks to Tessa and his family for all their love and support.
Tessa Komorowski has been involved in many productions with Peter Quince Performing Company, Masquers, UW Manitowoc, and The Forst Inn. Some of Tessa's favorite roles include “Delilah Strict” in Zombie Prom, “Becky” in Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Reflect Up, “Drowsy” in The Drowsy Chaperone, and “Olive” in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Tessa has choral directed for Quince's production of Seussical, choreographed for Lutheran High's production of Annie, Directed Godspell for Quince, Stage Managed/Tech directed I do I do along with a bunch of other wonderful opportunities she has been able to do.Tessa is always happy to be working along side her good friends and her supportive boyfriend Phillip.
Ariel Ducat hails from Two Rivers. Most recently you may have seen her in Rocky Horror Picture Show at UW Manitowoc. Outside of rehearsals, she works full time at the Lakeshore Humane Society, and she enjoys spending time at home watching movies with her cats. She is very excited to be working with this cast again, and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Kevin James Sievert is a Wisconsin based actor and musician who is proud to have been a part of the Forst Inn family since its re-opening in 2017. Kevin made his professional theatrical debut in Milwaukee at Skylight Music Theatre in 2017, and has participated as a director/choreographer for various productions with Forst Inn and The Masquers, Inc. in Manitowoc. Outside of performing, Kevin can be found at Plymouth High School teaching voice in their choir department, slinging coffee at Wrap It Up, Manitowoc, and relaxing. with family and friends. He hopes you enjoy the 2019 season and keep coming back for more!
Sean Stalvey
