Christmas Eve – Town Hall Arts Center

Get to know Stephen Turner

November 13, 2018 by Arts135

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Stephen Charles Turner
DOB: December 2nd, 1976
Hometown: Colorado Springs
Education: Bachelor’s of Musical Theatre, University of Northern Colorado
Day Job: Slumlord, and I mostly work at Candlelight Dinner Playhouse

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…
Holiday Tradition: Dining at a Chinese restaurant on Christmas Eve
Off-Time: I’m an avid board gamer. I play tons of games and am always learning more. I also design games. Check out My Big Break, the hilarious cutthroat board game that follows musical theater actors as they audition their way to success! www.mybigbreakgame.com
Season: Autumn. I love the colors, and it is neither too hot nor too cold.
Movie: Mary Poppins
Musical: Into the Woods, but Sunday in the Park With George is climbing my chart. So is Hamilton
Color: Green
Animal: I love zebras!
Book: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. This is the only book I ever threw across a room in frustration!
Band: The Beatles
Song: Whatever is stuck in my head at the time…
Beverage: Glenlivet 15, with a splash of water

THIS OR THAT…
Past, Present, or Future? Present
Cats or Dogs? Dogs
Beer or Wine? Scotch
Sweet of Sour? Sweet
Mild or Spicy? Mild
Coffee or Tea? Tea
Piercings or Tattoos? Neither, but I prefer tattoos
FroYo or Ice Cream? Ice cream is the nectar of the gods
City or Country? City
Coke or Pepsi? Both
Netflix or Hulu? Netflix
Early Bird or Night Owl? Night Owl

ANSWER ME THIS…
When life hands you lemons? Lemon tree, very pretty, and the lemon flower is sweet, but the fruit of the poor lemon is impossible to eat.
Who do you admire most? I admire a local actor named Wayne Kennedy. He’s an amazing performer, and so impressive to watch as a parent as well.
What is your biggest fear? I fear boredom and drudgery, this is probably why avoid ever getting a real job.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Probably doing exactly the same thing I am now, and living in the exact same place.
What is one thing on your “bucket” list? Bungee jumping for realsies.
What is the most rewarding advice you’ve received? Only you can make you happy.
Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Not really. Sorry. As self-deluded as I am, I don’t need to start having ‘fans’ to make my solipsism worse.
Why see A Christmas Carol? I think everybody needs a reminder that Scrooge is in all of us, and that from time to time we need to realize how we can be better people than we are.

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Get to know Carolyn Jordan

November 22, 2017 by Arts135

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Carolyn Jordan
DOB: Jan 5
Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Education: BFA Theatre (Acting Emphasis) from West Virginia University
Day Job: Choreographer @ Ao1 Youth Theater; Music Together certified teacher; Nanny

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Dr. Seuss Story: The Sneetches
Season: Spring and Fall are tied!
Movie: What If – it’s a Daniel Radcliffe Canadian RomCom that I’ve seen more times than I care to admit
Musical: Seussical, the Musical! Really though…I’ve done the show 3 times and I never tire of it
Color: Blue
Animal: Puppers
Book: The Last Lecture
Band: Great Big Sea
Song: Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Beverage: Spicy Bloody Mary
Holiday Tradition: new pajamas on Christmas Eve from my mom

THIS OR THAT…
Cats or Dogs? Dogs
Beer or Wine? Wine
Cake or Pie? Pie
Sweet of Sour? Sweet
Coke or Pepsi? Coke
Spicy or Mild? Spicy
Coffee or Tea? Tea all the way
Piercings or Tattoos? Depends where/what
Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt? Ice cream
City or Country? City
Netflix or Hulu? Netflix has the Great British Baking Show, so it wins

ANSWER ME THIS…
It’s night before it’s afternoon. December is here before It’s June. My goodness how the time has flewn. How did it get so late so soon? By not appreciating the little things
A person’s a person, no matter…? How small! I’m petite so I like the original 🙂
You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? 2000 piece puzzle & a book that tells me what I can/cannot eat
When life hands you lemons? Eat them! Yummm
Who is your hero? My sister
Biggest fear? Losing people I love
What inspires you? Children! Especially my students and my nephew
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Making art and loving my family
Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Instagram: carolynjordan216
Why see SEUSSICAL? Big characters in colorful costumes singing fun songs and dancing around! What’s not to love?!?!

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Get to know Victoria Pace

November 21, 2017 by Arts135

Victoria Pace as Mrs. Mayor

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Vicki Pace
DOB: June 6th
Hometown: Eden, NY
Education: American Musical and Dramatic Academy of NY
Day Job: Nanny and Private Voice Teacher

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Dr. Seuss Story: To be honest, I never liked Dr. Seuss growing up. I always thought the books were too long and weird. But NOW – as a nanny, I tend to read a lot of children’s books throughout the day, so my taste has changed. My favorite Seuss Story now is “Horton Hears a Who.” I just love the message of the story – “A person’s a person, no mater how small.” That line really resonates with me.
Season: Fall! Coffee, leaves, Gilmore Girls!
Movie: “Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” is one of my go to comfort movies for when I’m really sick and stuck in bed.
Musical: “Ragtime”
Color: Pink
Animal: Cat
Book: “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is my fun book, but my favorite meaty book is “Never Let Me Go” by Kazuo Ishiguro
Band: I listen to almost exclusively movie sound tracks and musicals. Currently, I’m on a huge Danny Elfman kick. This may be because I’m still in denial that Halloween is over.
Song: “The Ladies Who Lunch” I feel this song could be a three act play.
Beverage: Coffee brewed with cinnamon and a splash of cream. Yummmm
Holiday Tradition: Watching Gilmore Girls around Thanksgiving! And at Christmas, my family celebrates on Christmas Eve.

THIS OR THAT…
Cats or Dogs? Cats
Beer or Wine? Wine
Cake or Pie? Pie
Sweet of Sour? Sweet
Coke or Pepsi? Coke
Spicy or Mild? MILD!!!!!
Coffee or Tea? Coffee
Piercings or Tattoos? Tattoos, even though I don’t have any.
Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt? Ice Cream… duh.
City or Country? City. I moved to NYC right out of High School and fell in love with it. I miss it every day, but I am so happy to be here in Denver and experiencing what Colorado theater has to offer.
Netflix or Hulu? Netflix.

ANSWER ME THIS…
It’s night before it’s afternoon. December is here before It’s June. My goodness how the time has flewn. How did it get so late so soon? Um… Dr. Seuss?
A person’s a person, no matter…? How small!
You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? A fishing net and a book.
When life hands you lemons? Make lemon cakes, just how Sansa likes them.
Who is your hero? Elaine Stritch
Biggest fear? Failure. The failure that comes with lack of pursuit.
What inspires you? The magic that is music.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Back in New York City, living as a working actor.
Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? You can find me on Instagram @vickinotvicky
Why see SEUSSICAL? This is a story celebrating individuality, imagination, kindness, acceptance, and dedication. These are things we should all get reminders on from time to time. These timeless morals will give you a warm and fuzzy feeling in your heart (it does for me every performance) as they’re presented in a nostalgic and loving way. I encourage everyone to come see it. Come laugh, cry, and think! “A person’s a person, no mater how small.”

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Get to know Tippa…

December 12, 2016 by Arts135

Tippa Fairbairn cast as Bumpus Hound in A Christmas Story, the Musical

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Tippa Fairbairn
DOB: Rude! A lady never reveals her age!
Hometown: Denver Colorado
Education: Sit, Stay, Come @ the University of Dan and Stacie Fairbairn
Day Job: Hunter, bed and couch hogger, expert bunny chaser!

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Holiday: The start of hunting season! (is that a holiday? I don’t care, I still like it)
Season: Hunting season!
Toy: My brother Bosco! He is always willing to wrestle and I love chewing on his ankles!
Animal: Bunnies!
Beverage: Water! Large bowl please so I can consume almost all of it and as I walk away from the bowl I can drool about half of what I drank across the hard wood floors!
Pastime: Hunting, running around the theater through the aisles during bows, chasing bunnies and did I mention hunting?

THIS OR THAT…
Morning Walk or Afternoon? I tend to wander off and walk myself, so I’m good, thanks!
Dry or Wet Food? Anything really! Preferably human treats from the table! If I stare long enough at a human they are sure to give up their human food! Seriously! It really works!
Ball or Frisbee? Bunny rabbits!
Back or Belly Rub? Belly please! Try to get that spot the makes my leg twitch!

ANSWER ME THIS…
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Hunting!
You are stranded at the North Pole, what two items do you bring? Why would I got to the North Pole? There is no hunting there!
When life hands you lemons? lemons are a horrible treat! Why would anyone give a dog lemons? I expect something better and will not look away until I receive it!
Who is your hero? Elmer Fudd! He hunts wabbits!
What’s your biggest fear? Neglect and lack of table treats!
Why should we see A Christmas Story The Musical? because I’m in it and I’m adorable! Believe me, my older brother and I steal the show every night. And you even get a chance to pet me at the end because I wander around the theater while the cast is singing the final song for the bows!
Any holiday wishes? Nothing really, my life is complete- I get to eat the holiday turkey over and over and over again!

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Get to know Bocso…

December 9, 2016 by Arts135

Bosco Fairbairn cast as Bumpus Hound in A Christmas Story, the Musical

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Bosco Fairbairn
DOB: August 6th (12 human years – 84 if you count dog years! Yikes I feel old now!)
Hometown:Denver Colorado
Education: Sit, Stay, Come – University of Dan and Stacie Fairbairn
Day Job: professional napper and expert squirrel chaser

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Holiday: I like all days equally, as I am a dog
Season: I like all seasons equally, as I am a dog. I enjoy the outdoors no matter what the crazy Colorado weather has to offer.
Toy: Squirrel please! Fun to chase but rather irritating when they are teasing me from up a tree!
Animal: Do you seriously have to ask me that?
Beverage: Toilet water
Pastime: napping on the couch, wandering away from the dog wrangler backstage and chasing squirrels!

THIS OR THAT…
Morning Walk or Afternoon? Shhhh… Don’t tell my owners that there is an option- I’ve convinced them that both are necessary!
Dry or Wet Food? Food is food, I don’t even care if it is meant for consumption by a living thing or not, just GIVE IT TO ME!!
Ball or Frisbee? Please, I’m too sophisticated for silly toys! Squirrels are free and fun to chase!
Back or Belly Rub? YES PLEASE!!!!!

ANSWER ME THIS…
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Running through the snow and mud and then tracking it through the entire Fairbairn residence multiple times a day!
You are stranded at the North Pole, what two items do you bring? Are there squirrels at the North Pole? I’m pretty sure I would be fine if there were squirrels there!
When life hands you lemons? I eat them, and then sneeze a hundred times because I’m a dog and I don’t like the taste of sour things.
What’s your biggest fear? That all the squirrels in the world were to disappear! I would have nothing to chase! That would be awful!
Who is your hero? My people in my family! They pick up my poop and STILL love me!
Why should we see A Christmas Story The Musical? Because finally a director realized that labs are better than hounds!
Any holiday wishes? Hoping for another bird feeder in the backyard to lure more squirrels for the me to chase!

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Get to know Becca Hyde…

November 16, 2016 by Arts135

Cast as Mary Beth in A Christmas Story, the Musical

Becca Hyde as Mary Jane — Becca Hyde as Mary Beth

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Becca Hyde
DOB: 12/01/2001
Hometown: Johnstown, CO
Education: Homeschooled Sophomore
Day Job: Student

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Holiday: Christmas
Season: Fall
Movie: Lord of the Rings
Musical: Phantom of the Opera and Hamilton
Color: Green
Animal: Cheetah
Book: To Kill A Mockingbird
Band: Don’t have one
Song: Castle by Halsey
Beverage: Apple Cider
Pastime: Volunteering at the Humane Society

THIS OR THAT…
Eggnog or Hot Chocolate? Hot Chocolate
Dogs or cats? Dogs
Sweet or Sour? Sour
Cake or Pie? Pie
Chocolate or Vanilla? Chocolate
Coke or Pepsi? Coke
Coffee or Tea? Coffee
Soup or Salad? Soup
City or Countryside? City
Summer or Winter? Summer
Mountains or Ocean? Mountains

ANSWER ME THIS…
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Decorating the Christmas tree
You are stranded at the North Pole, what two items do you bring? Book and my phone
When life hands you lemons? You make lemonade (duh)
Dream role to perform? Little Red in Into the Woods
Who is your hero? Kristin Chenoweth
What’s your biggest fear? The dark
What inspires you? Learning from the talented people around me
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Still in Medical School
Why should we see A Christmas Story The Musical? It is a family friendly holiday treat!
Any holiday wishes? Good health and happiness

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Get to know Keegan Flaugh…

November 15, 2016 by Arts135

Cast as The Old Man in A Christmas Story, the Musical

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Keegan Flaugh
DOB: November 19th
Hometown: Cortez, CO
Education: Bachelors – Org Leadership, Colorado State University
Day Job: Mom & Dad said I could be whatever I want when I grow up!

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Holiday: Thanksgiving
Season: Fall
Movie: Guardians of the Galaxy
Musical: Jekyll & Hyde and Forever Plaid and Miss Saigon and Les Mis, etc…
Color: Green
Animal: The Velveteen Princess (my old lady dog)
Book: Ready Player 1
Band: Alice in Chains or The Proclaimers or Kongos, etc…
Song: My Way – Frank Sinatra
Beverage: Old Fashioned
Pastime: Chess

THIS OR THAT…
Eggnog or Hot Chocolate? Uh…yes
Dogs or cats? Dogs
Sweet or Sour? Sweet and Sour…especially chicken
Cake or Pie? PIE!!!
Chocolate or Vanilla? Vanilla
Coke or Pepsi? Coke
Coffee or Tea? Coffee
Soup or Salad? Salad
City or Countryside? Country
Summer or Winter? Winter
Mountains or Ocean? Mountains

ANSWER ME THIS…
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Not to be cliche, but I LOVE turkey! Roasting/smoking a holiday turkey is one of my favorite traditions. Its especially good the next day with wonderbread and mayo…and chips…and a pickle!
You are stranded at the North Pole, what two items do you bring? Chapstick and my apocalypse survival bag…hopefully I’m already wearing a parka.
When life hands you lemons? Lemon bars are delicious!
Dream role to perform? Javert – Les Mis
Who is your hero? My Mother
What’s your biggest fear? Being stranded at the North Pole without Chapstick…at least now it is!
What inspires you? My kids. Really great harmony. Good friends.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Are you kidding…I can’t even picture next week, much less 10 years.
Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Sure, I’m on the Facebook. 🙂 (Click Here)
Why should we see A Christmas Story The Musical? Because all the cool kids are seeing it…and its AWESOME!
Any holiday wishes? Peace on Earth and good will toward men…and Call of Duty Infinite Warfare. 😉

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Get to know Evan Gibley…

November 14, 2016 by Arts135

Cast as Schwartz in A Christmas Story, the Musical

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Evan Gibley
DOB: October 30
Hometown: Highlands Ranch
Education: Currently a Freshman at Mountain Vista High School
Day Job: Student

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Holiday: Christmas!
Season: Fall/Autumn
Movie: Misery
Musical: Hamilton: An American Musical
Color: Mint Green
Animal: Dog
Book: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Band: Queen
Song: The Room Where it Happens from Hamilton
Beverage: S’Mores Frappucino
Pastime: Singing

THIS OR THAT…
Eggnog or Hot Chocolate? Hot Chocolate
Dogs or cats? Dogs
Sweet or Sour? Sweet
Cake or Pie? Pie
Chocolate or Vanilla? Vanilla
Coke or Pepsi? I don’t like either
Coffee or Tea? Coffee
Soup or Salad? Soup (lesser of two evils)
City or Countryside? City
Summer or Winter? Summer
Mountains or Ocean? Ocean

ANSWER ME THIS…
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Driving around to look at Christmas lights with my family
You are stranded at the North Pole, what two items do you bring? Warm clothes and a plane with fuel
When life hands you lemons? You make lemonade
Dream role to perform? Tobias in Sweeney Todd
Who is your hero? People who overcome adversity – everyday heroes
What’s your biggest fear? Looking a fool in front of people you respect
What inspires you? Men who can belt higher than an A4
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Hopefully on a stage somewhere!
Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? FB: Evan Gibley (Click Here)
Why should we see A Christmas Story, the Musical? It’s a heartwarming yet funny tale that the whole family can enjoy with an incredible score and amazing cast & crew
Any holiday wishes? I hope I survive finals week!

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Get to know Gabriel Morales…

November 11, 2016 by Arts135

Waiter/ Ensemble in A Christmas Story, the Musical

LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Gabriel Morales
DOB: July 10th
Hometown: I’ve lived here the longest so I guess Denver it is.
Education: Attended Colorado Christian University and the Los Angeles Film Studies Center
Day Job: Administrative Assistant/Receptionist at two local radio stations

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…?
Holiday: Christmas
Season: Summer
Movie: Clueless
Musical: So many to choose from!
Color: Blue or Red
Animal: Snoopy
Book: “Stranger with My Face” by Lois Duncan or “Salem’s Lot” by Stephen King
Band: Not going to lie, I was totally into early 90’s boy bands
Song: “If It’s Over” by Mariah Carey
Beverage: I love herbal teas or Yerba Matte or Celsius energy drinks (actually any energy drink on two-show days)
Pastime: Hanging out with family and friends

THIS OR THAT…
Eggnog or Hot Chocolate? Hot Chocolate
Dogs or cats? Dogs
Sweet or Sour? I like both
Cake or Pie? Cake
Chocolate or Vanilla? I like both depending on the day
Coke or Pepsi? Pepsi
Coffee or Tea? Tea
Soup or Salad? Salad
City or Countryside? The City — I get lost if I have to be in the country (or the suburbs for that matter)
Summer or Winter? Summer
Mountains or Ocean? Ocean!

ANSWER ME THIS…
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Making pancakes for breakfast for the family while watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade or Disney’s Christmas Parade on TV
You are stranded at the North Pole, what two items do you bring? The warmest coat I can find and snacks
When life hands you lemons? Be like Beyoncé and make Lemonade
Dream role to perform? So many… I just need a few directors to be brave think outside of traditional casting
Who is your hero? My parents – they definitely taught us the value of hard work
What’s your biggest fear? Any open dance call
What inspires you? Seeing a show by Phamaly Theater Company – their performances are truly inspiring and moving
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Hopefully back in California doing shows there as well
Why should we see A Christmas Story The Musical? It’s a really funny show, the kids in it are fantastic and it surprisingly tugs at your heart strings with some of the songs in it. Perfect to get you in the holiday spirit!
Any holiday wishes? Just wishing for good health and lots of love for friends and family

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Get to know Darrow Klein…

November 10, 2016 by Arts135

Cast as Esther Jane in A Christmas Story, the Musical

LETS GET TO KNOW YOU…
Name: Darrow Klein
Dob: 11/03/02
Hometown:Washington, DC
Education: 8th grade at Horizons K-8
Day job: Learning the depths of knowledge in school

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…
Holiday: Halloween
Season: Autumn
Movie: The Harry Potter series
Musical: Finding Neverland (currently. It changes a lot)
Color: Black
Animal: MANATEES!!!
Book: The Percy Jackson series!
Band: Imagin Dragons
Song: really hard to chose but probably, I’m alive from Next to Normal (at least currently my favorite. This also changes)
Beverage: Mint chocolate chip milkshake
Pastime: hanging out with my friends

THIS OR THAT…
Eggnog or Hot Chocolate? Hot chocolate
Dogs or cats? Dogs (although I’m allergic to both)
Sweet or Sour? Sour
Cake or Pie? Pie
Chocolate or Vanilla? Chocolate
Coke or Pepsi? Coke
Coffee or Tea? I like them both equally. It depends on my mood.
Soup or Salad? Soup
City or Countryside? City
Summer or Winter? Summer (I get to go to spend my summers at Interlochen School for the Performing Arts. My favorite place in the world)
Mountains or Ocean? Ocean!

ANSWER ME THIS…
What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Picking pumpkins from the pumpkin patch for Halloween with my family.
You are stranded at the North Pole, what two items do you bring? A really warm jacket and my phone
When life hands you lemons? Through them back at life and make your own fate
Dream role to perform? There’s so many! Top would probably be Eponine in Les Mes
Who is your hero? Probably The Dali Lama
What’s your biggest fear? My ladder going up to my loft bed (sounds silly but it’s terrifying)
What inspires you? That the world still spins round and round every day no matter what happens on it.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Hopefully at a good college working towards a degree in Musical Theater and Marine biology
Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? My Twitter is: @darrow_klein my Instagram is: @darrowklein
Why should we see A Christmas Story The Musical? It’s a family show that has something for every age, gender and religion. You will get a kick out of it. What a great way to spend time with your family and friends!
Any holiday wishes? I wish that people all around the world have a happy healthy peaceful loving holiday season.

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