Name: Lynzee Jones (or Newton sometimes) DOB: January 11 Hometown: Durango, CO Education: University of Northern Colorado Day Job: Nanny
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Fall! Movie: When Harry Met Sally Musical: The Wild Party (and Les Mis…duh) Color: Green Animal: Elephant Book: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince Band: Led Zeppelin Song: anything by Patsy Cline Sport: Softball (to play) Football (to watch) Beverage: Red Wine and WATER (Separately, not mixed) Pastime: Spending time with family!
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Neither Beer or Mixed Drinks? Beer Cake or Pie? Pie Sweet of Sour? Sour Coke or Pepsi? Coke Spicy or Mild? Mild Coffee or Tea? Both! Boxers or Briefs? Briefs Piercings or Tattoos? Tattoos City or Country? Country Netflix or Hulu? Netflix
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? Hold hands You can’t stop the…? MUSIC! You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? A machete and a huge lighter. When life hands you lemons? Be thankful, lemons are delicious. Who is your hero? My mom! What’s your biggest fear? Letting time slip by. And snakes. What inspires you? Bravery and selflessness. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I see myself happy, stable, and surrounded by family!! Can we follow you? Yes! FB: Lynzee Jones & Instagram: @lynzeeleejones Why see HAIRSPRAY? It is a story that is still so relevant today and teaches morals that make the world a better place. Plus it’s FUN!! HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? This story teaches us the importance of equality. We are ALL human and we all deserve love, acceptance, and equal opportunities in this life we are given!
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Jane Simonds DOB: Aug 13, 1993 Hometown: Denver, CO Education: American Musical And Dramatic Academy Day Job: Asst. Teacher (Elementary – 1st Grade)
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Summer Movie: Lilo & Stich + La La Land Musical: Rock Of Ages Color: Red Animal: Elephants and dogs Book: Harry Potter series Band: The 1975, Aaron Carter and Backstreet Boys Song: I Want It That Way Sport: ? Beverage: Sparkling Water Pastime: Reading
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Dogs Beer or Mixed Drinks? Wine Cake or Pie? Cupcakes Sweet or Sour? Sour Coke or Pepsi? Coke Spicy or Mild? Spicy Coffee or Tea? Coffee Boxers or Briefs? Never worn either Piercings or Tattoos? Both City or Country? City Netflix or Hulu? Netflix
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? It Takes Two is a really good Mary Kate & Ashley movie You can’t stop the…? Beat! You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? Frank’s Red Hot and Fire starter When life hands you lemons? Keep them, because hey, free lemons Who is your hero? My mom What’s your biggest fear? Deep sea fish What inspires you? Seeing Broadway musicals Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Hopefully near a beach Can we follow you? Yes. FB? facebook.com/jane.simonds.9 Twitter? None Instagram? @simondsays Why see HAIRSPRAY? Because it’s a fun show with an extremely talented & hardworking cast HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? I think it can teach us a lot. With our world in the state its in right now I think Hairspray can teach us to come together despite our differences and fight for what we believe in and for the changes we’d like to see. Also to be accepting of ourselves, of others and to be kind to all types of people.
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Lisa Young DOB: August 17 (LEO) Hometown: Baton Rouge, Louisiana (lived in Colorado for 36 years, now resides in Parker) Education: Southern University at Baton Rouge and Southern University at New Orleans Day Job: Group Sales Manager at Candlelight Dinner Playhouse Johnstown, CO
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Fall Movie: Color Purple Musical: Hamilton, Caroline or Change (currently), Memphis, Color Purple, & HAIRSPRAY of COURSE! Color: Purple, Pink, Gold Animal: Otter or Elephants Book: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston Band: Scott Bradlee’s Post Modern Jukebox, Gregory Porter, Anthony Hamilton, Song: Alabaster Box by CeCe Winans… Or almost anything by Tamela Mann, India Arie, Cassandra Wilson, Beyoncé & Adele Sport: Football Beverage: La Croix Coconut flavored Sparkling Water Pastime: Reading, singing and making people laugh.
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? DOGGIES Beer or Mixed Drinks? Mixed VODKA Drinks!! Cake or Pie? Neither Cookies or Brownies Sweet or Sour? Sweet Coke or Pepsi? NO YUCK! Spicy or Mild? Spicy Coffee or Tea? Depends on my mood (Self-proclaimed TEA SNOB) Boxers or Briefs? On me? Boxers on hubby? Briefs Piercings or Tattoos? Neither ow! City or Country? COUNTRY Netflix or Hulu? Depends on what I’m binge watching mostly Netflix
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? Build a friendship, or make a baby You can’t stop the…? World from spinning or Lisa from WINNING! (the beat) You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? Solar Powered Kindle and wifi for a library digital books (stuffed in a ziploc bag…) Nothing Practical… When life hands you lemons? Juice them and lighten your hair (BLONDE!) Who is your hero? Mostly Iconic Black Women… Maya Angelou, Eartha Kitt, Winnie Mandela, Lillas White, India Arie, Pam Grier, Oprah, Nina Simone, Queen Latifah, Maxine Waters, Shirley Chisolm, Ntozake Shange, Lynn Nottage, Lorraine Hansberry, Pearl Cleage, Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman, Ida B. Wells, Ava Duvernay, Shonda Rhimes, Josephine Baker… Njeri Jackson, my teacher RIP, Shirley Broadnax, my god mother RIP, My grandmothers RIP, Emma Carter Gice and Sarah Smith my mom, Ida Gice Smith and mother-in-law Flora Young. What’s your biggest fear? Living a bland life and having regrets… What inspires you? My family and people who persevere! Where do you see yourself in 10 years? On stage nationally/internationally, directing and running a successful diverse theatre for all people and loving every minute of my life with my “Bear” Mike. Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Yes! Twitter: @LisaActress IG: @bpantheress FB: @Actress Lisa Young Why see HAIRSPRAY ? The music, the dancing and singing! But overall the story… the simple tale of loving each other no matter the size, shape, color or ANYTHING! We can achieve harmony when we learn to appreciate each other in our similarities and differences. HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? The optimism that Tracy Turnblad and the Coolest and Nicest kids achieved is still far from being a reality. It is sad that the same fears, phobias and misaligned stereotypes that kept our country apart 55 ago, are still alive all these years later. But I remain hopeful that if we continue to tell these stories and create this art then we will continue to strive for harmony, and unity with each other. It amazes me that after all the sit-ins, marches, protests, and voices crying out for change, how far we are from the dream of the civil rights Era in America. Now, Baltimore is still in an uproar (i.e. Freddie Gray) and the entire country is embroiled in turmoil and strife on every level. Maybe we can learn from seeing how we haven’t come as far as we thought.
Faith Angelise Goins-Simmons as Dynamite in HAIRSPRAY
Faith Angelise Goins-Simmons as Dynamite
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Faith Angelise Goins-Simmons Hometown: Aurora CO Education: University of Denver Day Job: Gymnastics Coach
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Spring Movie: Lego Movie Musical: Hair Color: Fusia Animal: Hummingbird Book: Love you Forever Song: He’ll Take the Pain Away Sport: Gymnastics Beverage: White Chocolate Mocha Pastime: My Son ♡
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Dogs Beer or Mixed Drinks? Mixed Cake or Pie? Cake Sweet of Sour? Sweet Coke or Pepsi? Pepsi Spicy or Mild? Mild Coffee or Tea? Coffee Boxers or Briefs? Boxers Piercings or Tattoos? Tattoos City or Country? Country Netflix or Hulu? Hulu
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? Fall in love You can’t stop…? To breathe You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? My husband and son ♡ When life hands you lemons? Eat them Who is your hero? My son What’s your biggest fear? Being Alone What inspires you? My mom. Husband and late son Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Happy Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Sure! (FB)(TWITTER)(INSTAGRAM) Why see HAIRSPRAY? This story will forever ring true till we as humans decide that life is better with inclusiveness ♡ HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? Love ♡
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Thomas Lynch DOB: April 8th Hometown: Littleton Education: University of Denver Day Job: I work in sales for a company called Associated Luxury Hotels International.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Fall Movie: Frances Ha Musical: A New Brain/Mamma Mia Color: Gray Animal: Tiger Book: In a Strange Room by Damon Galgut Band: Lake Street Dive/Camera Obscura/ABBA Song: Funny Little Frog by Belle and Sebastian also How Deep is Your Love by The Bee Gees Sport: backyard badminton Beverage: rowdy mermaid kombucha Pastime: yoga/running
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Dogs Beer or Mixed Drinks? Hm… Cake or Pie? Cake Sweet of Sour? Sweet Coke or Pepsi? Neither Spicy or Mild? Mild Coffee or Tea? Tea Boxers or Briefs? Boxer briefs Piercings or Tattoos? Nope! City or Country? London Netflix or Hulu? Netflix
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? Cook. I am completely inept when it comes to cooking, and constantly seek reassurance on how to use basic kitchen appliances. You can’t stop the…? Gigantic moths from freaking me out every summer. You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? I would bring my bff Shelby and my phone for instagramming purposes. We’d make everyone wish they were stranded on that island with us. When life hands you lemons? Make lemon poppyseed cake for me plz Who is your hero? My three sisters What’s your biggest fear? Narcissists What inspires you? Ambitious people who are also super nice Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Working & living in London eating lots of scones and drinking lots of tea Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Insta: tlynch1234 Why see HAIRSPRAY? It’s Hairspray! This show is filled with love and the songs will be stuck in your head for 10 years but in the best way possible I promise. HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? Even though this show takes place in the 60s, there’s an important message of unity and acceptance that a lot of people need to witness today. We’re currently living in a very divided America saturated with violence and discrimination. This show sprinkles hope that change can and will happen.
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Andrew Alber DOB: November 24th, 1987. Which makes me a Sagittarius-Scorpio cusp, with a moon in Capicorn. I think 😉 Hometown: The 303. Littleton, Colorado! Education: BA from the University of Northern Colorado Day Job: I’m your new barista at Starbucks! *DING*
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Late summer to early fall Movie: I’ve decided it’s between, The Goonies and Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. Because if you wanna be somebody and you wanna go somewhere, you better wake up and pay attention. Musical: Recently, Waitress. Color: Almost any shade of blue. Animal: Monkeys Book: Harry Potters 1-7 Band: Ingrid Michaelson Song: Today, Sign of the Times by Harry Styles. Sport: What’s that? Just kidding. It’s Under Water Basket Weaving. Beverage: Any flavor La Croix Pastime: Being bossed around by my nephews.
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Cats Beer or Mixed Drinks? Tequila Cake or Pie? Cheesecake Sweet of Sour? Sour Coke or Pepsi? Dr. Pepper Spicy or Mild? SPICY Coffee or Tea? Coffeecoffeecoffeecoffeecoffee Boxers or Briefs? What day is it? Piercings or Tattoos? Both City or Country? Just a weekend in the Country Netflix or Hulu? Don’t make me choose!
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? move a couch! You can’t stop the…? emotions you feel when you see Christopher Whyde and Scott McLean sing “You’re Timeless To Me” You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? My phone and tequila When life hands you lemons? Use them! Who is your hero? My nephew Jameson. He’s about three and a half and he’s gone through more in his short life than I have in 30 years, and he manages to continuously find joy in the good things in life. Mostly stomping around in dinosaur slippers and wanting to drink coffee. What’s your biggest fear? This just got real deep! What inspires you? My friends and family. It’s really amazing getting to see people follow their dreams and having it pay off. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I don’t know but it better involve a beach. Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? IG: Andyrooha Why see HAIRSPRAY? Because everyone loves Hairspray! HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? It can help teach us, or remind us, to be nicer to each other. History feels like it’s repeating itself and we have the ability to change that.
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Lexi Van De Walker DOB: June 12, 1996 Hometown: Charlotte, NC Education: Nutrition major at Metro, Colorado School of Chinese Medicine for Graduate school Day Job: Nanny and Kidstage teacher for after school programs in Highlands Ranch.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Fall Movie: The Gladiator Musical: Evita Color: Burnt Orange Animal: Lion Book: Commonwealth Band: The Lumineers Song: Chunky by Bruno Mars Sport: Baseball Beverage: Kombucha Pastime: Swimming or Skiing (depending on the season)
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Cats Beer or Mixed Drinks? Mixed Drinks Cake or Pie? Peach Pie Sweet of Sour? Sour Coke or Pepsi? Coke Spicy or Mild? Spicy Coffee or Tea? Tea Boxers or Briefs? Briefs Piercings or Tattoos? Tattoos City or Country? Country Netflix or Hulu? Netflix
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? Shop. I never shop alone. I always need a second opinion. You can’t stop the…? Road rage when someone is driving 10 under the speed limit. You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? Chapstick and a blender When life hands you lemons? Put them in your water and alkalize your body. Who is your hero? My brother. He’s my other half. What’s your biggest fear? Being stuck in the same place forever. What inspires you? Traveling. Seeing other cultures makes me so excited and optimistic about the future. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Owning my own Acupuncture practice. Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Yes! Facebook- Lexi Van De Walker, Instagram- lexivandewalker1 Why see HAIRSPRAY? This show has a wonderful message and that’s one reason to come and see it. But there is nothing better than watching people do what they are passionate about. There is something so magical when a group of people comes together, from all different walks of life, to present a heart warming production. You should see HAIRSPRAY to experience the many smiles and beautiful faces on stage. HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? HAIRSPRAY obviously addresses race issues and I wasn’t completely aware of many of the struggles that black people face today until I started to get to know many of my fellow, black cast mates. They have opened my eyes to racism that is still present today and HAIRSPRAY teaches a great message and reminds us all that it isn’t about new cars, blonde hair, or cool dance moves. It’s about the heart.
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Faith Ford DOB: December 2nd, 1993 Hometown: Loveland, Colorado Education: BA in Acting and BA in Psychology from UNC Day Job: Waitress
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Fall Movie: Tarzan (The animated one. No joke. This is an amazing soundtrack too.) Musical: Dear Evan Hansen Color: Pink! Animal: Dogs Book: A Chance of Love Band: That’s tough. Probably The Rocket Summer or Panic! At The Disco. Song: Again, super tough. I collect music. So currently, I’m gonna go with “Dancing With Myself” by Billy Idol. Sport: Football. Go Broncos! Beverage: Apple juice. Pastime: Dominating at Monopoly.
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Dogs! Beer or Mixed Drinks? Mixed drinks. Cake or Pie? I. Love. Cake. My parents even have a video of me exclaiming how much I love cake when I am only 2 years old. Sweet of Sour? Sour. Coke or Pepsi? Neither. Dr. Pepper. Spicy or Mild? Spicy. Coffee or Tea? Tea. Chai specifically. Boxers or Briefs? Wow…this is a little personal 😉 Piercings or Tattoos? Piercings. City or Country? City. Netflix or Hulu? I’m gonna have to go with Hulu.
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? Do a dance lift. You can’t stop the…? BEAT. You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? Wireless speaker and water. When life hands you lemons? Make lime juice and let people wonder how you did it. Who is your hero? My father. He’s done a lot in life when given very little. What’s your biggest fear? Heights. Not the height itself, but falling from heights. What inspires you? Watching my fellow peers and friends achieve greatness. When I see them accomplish so much, it pushes me to do more. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Performing in some great show on Broadway. Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Sure can! If that’s something you’re interested in. FB: Faith Ford. Twitter: faithsiobahn1. Instagram: faithsiobahn. Why see HAIRSPRAY? This is one of the most talented and kind group of actors I have ever had the privilege to work with. Everyone is so dedicated, and I get excited each day at rehearsal seeing what they all bring to the table. It’s definitely got a lot of heart, and although this is going to be like other productions of Hairspray that you’ve seen in certain aspects, I guarantee, we are still going to bring a different perspective and a whole lot of love to that stage. HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? This story is all about coming together and realizing that at the core, we are all the same. In today’s America, I think this story is still incredibly prevalent. Our communities need to come together in the midst of all of the tragedy that has been taking place. Our hearts are all the same, experiencing heartbreak, love, excitement, anger. At the end of the day, we as a community must bond and support one another regardless of race, size, sexual orientation, or whatever it may be.
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Christopher Whyde DOB: 8/31/68 Hometown: ark city, ks Education: Emporia State University Day Job: job coach for Goodwill
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: fall Movie: Meet Me in St. Lewis Musical: Legally Blonde the musical Color: Blue Animal: my kitty Book: Harry Potter Series 🙂 Band: Fleetwood Mac Song: River – Joni Mitchell Sport: Diving Beverage: Coke Zero Pastime: movies
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? cats Beer or Mixed Drinks? neither Cake or Pie? yes Sweet of Sour? sweet Coke or Pepsi? Pepsi Spicy or Mild? spicy Coffee or Tea? coffee Boxers or Briefs? briefs Piercings or Tattoos? Tattoos City or Country? country Netflix or Hulu? netflix
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? fill out this survey You can’t stop the…? Beat – of course! Why see HAIRSPRAY? HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? Although I don’t have time to answer the rest of these I will say that good music and people who make kindness a priority are inspiring to me. People should see our show because- music and fun! Hairspray and it’s themes of inclusiveness and self acceptance will always be important affirmations. Intelligence includes. Cleverness divides.
LET’S GET TO KNOW YOU… Name: Dillon Colagrosso DOB: July 16th, 1993 Hometown: Littleton, CO Education: BFA in Theatre Performance, BA in Communications and a minor in Dance from CU Boulder Day Job: Lifeguard at Student Recreation Center at CU Boulder
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…? Season: Winter. Movie: Se7en. “WHAT’S IN THE BOX?!?!” Musical: Either Big Fish or In the Heights. Color: Orange. Animal: Wolf. Book: The Bible. Specifically, Romans has really shaped me as a person. Band: So tough! My favorites are Killswitch Engage and Breaking Benjamin, but lately I’ve been listening to a lot of Passion and Upon a Burning Body. Song: “Our God” by Chris Tomlin. Sport: Don’t tell football, but basketball has always been my #1 sport. Beverage: Orange juice. Pastime: Working out, reading, playing guitar, listening to music and podcasts, getting together with old friends.
THIS OR THAT… Dogs or cats? Dogs. Beer or Mixed Drinks? Beer, no question. Cake or Pie? Cake. Sweet of Sour? Sour. Coke or Pepsi? Coke is America. Coke for sure. Spicy or Mild? Spicy. Coffee or Tea? Coffee, but now that I’ve graduated my coffee intake may decrease. Boxers or Briefs? Briefs. Piercings or Tattoos? Neither, but no judgement. City or Country? City! Netflix or Hulu? My parents Netflix account. Not paying for either.
ANSWER ME THIS… It takes two to…? Alley-oop. You can’t stop the…? High amount of people moving to Colorado. But hey, who wouldn’t want to live here? You are stranded on a deserted island, what two items do you bring? A flare gun and a pack of flares. When life hands you lemons? You got vitamin C! Yay for no sickness! Who is your hero? Jesus Christ, my parents, and the Dance MFA students at CU Boulder. Those grad students are the most kind and talented people you’ll ever meet. What’s your biggest fear? Sunburns. What inspires you? My heroes. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Still listening to metal and cheering on my Denver professional teams. Can we follow you? FB? Twitter? Instagram? Please do so! My professional page on facebook is “Dillon Colagrosso” (@dilloncolagrossoofficial) or my website www.dilloncolagrosso.com Why see HAIRSPRAY? Chrstiopher Whyde and Scott McLean are the cutest Edna and Wilbur. The entire cast, crew, and creative team are the real deal. HAIRSPRAY is set in 1962 Baltimore Maryland, what can this story teach us today? That the same racial tensions that are present in this play are still alive in 2017 America. It’s an awful truth that needs everyone’s attention and care to improve.
