Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
Performance dates: February 13-22, 2003
Set in 1930's coastal England, Rebecca is the play version of du Maurier's classic novel. Brooding and moody Maxim deWinter returns from an extended trip to the Continent with a young bride, less than a year after the tragic death of his first wife, Rebecca. The staff of Manderley, his country home, is still devoted to their former mistress, the socialite Rebecca and they find it difficult to accept the new, shy Mrs. deWinter who is inexperienced running a large home. In addition, Rebecca's tragic boating accident, that took her life, seems to haunt Manderley and its inhabitants. Was there truly an accident? Is Rebecca really dead? Were Maxim and Rebecca blissfully happy? du Maurier holds the audience in suspense until the last in this brilliant story.
Audition notes The Setting Glossary of Terms
Directors:
Betsy
Jennifer
Cast:
Abbey Larry
Karen
Charles
Christine
Kendal
Michael
Joe
Bob
Nicholas
Luke
Kallynn
The Crew Corporate Sponsors Last Minute Additions
Betsy Willis (Director)
Betsy has been a volunteer with Little Traverse Civic Theatre for the past 25
years. She started in a non-speaking role in A Funny Thing Happened on
the Way to the Forum and has continued to work in every conceivable area
from onstage to backstage. She loves appearing onstage but more recently
has spent her time directing shows and working in various technical areas.
In addition, Betsy acts as Co-treasurer for LTCT and works to cultivate
Corporate Sponsors for the group. In her spare time she enjoys spending
time with her husband, fellow theatre enthusiast, Larry. Together, they
travel (often to see theatre), spend time with their families and great friends,
play bridge and golf, and make the most of life. top
Jennifer Schmidt (Assistant Director)
This is Jennifer's second opportunity to assistant direct an LTCT production;
she has also worked backstage n various areas and is currently a member of the
Artistic Committee. She thoroughly enjoys living in beautiful northern
Michigan, spending time with her family and friends, working at Arbor
Associates, Inc. in Petoskey, and strives to live by the motto, "Live each
day to its fullest". top
Abbey Graham (Mrs. de Winter)
This is Abbey's second appearance on the LTCT stage. Her first role was
Katisha's "masked companion" in The Mikado. She has
helped behind the scenes on many productions over the past 10 years, and is part
of the fourth generation in her family to work with LTCT. When not working
at the Roast n Toast or babysitting her niece, Veronica, Abbey enjoys reading
comic books and listening to darkwave and 80's music. top
Larry Willis (Maxim de Winter)
Larry has previously been seen on the LTCT stage in Much Ado About Nothing,
The Woman in Black, An Act of the Imagination, and Play it Again
Sam. He has directed several LTCT productions and has been involved
behind the scenes in numerous plays as Producer, Light Designer, Stage Manager,
and Sound Technician. Larry is presently the President of the LTCT Board
of Directors. Larry and his wife, Betsy (Director of this production),
live in Petoskey. Off-stage interests include bridge, travel, and fine
dining. top
Karen G. E. Nemecek (Mrs. Danvers)
LTCT: Oliver!; Seascape (Sarah, a lizard); The Odd
Couple (original and female versions); Gigi; The Mousetrap; Crimes
of the Heart; Steel Magnolias; Extremities; An Act of the
Imagination; The Foreigner (Klansman and stage manager); 14
Charing Cross Road (assistant director); Much Ado About Nothing
(co-director).
Television: Northern Michigan Hospital; Independence
Village.
2001 LTCT Pig Award. BA and MA degrees; French and English
Education, Michigan State University. Hugs to François, "Butch"
and Maddie 2003 wishes: Health and Happiness. top
Charles
Brecheisen (Frank Crawley)
This is Charlie's third appearance on the stage of LTCT. He dove into
theatre head first with Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing in 2001 as
the conniving Conrad, and then followed as handyman Joe Pollop in last year's Too
Soon for Daisies. He is excited to play the role of Frank, Manderly's
estate keeper; for this is the largest role he has ever played. He has
been a resident of the Petoskey area for several years, and when not busy at
Fletch's of Petoskey, he enjoys outdoor activities such as snowboarding and
mountain biking. top
Christine Taylor (Beatrice Lacey)
Christine made her LTCT debut as Betty in the 3002 production of Wife Begins at
Forty. Playing Kendal Taylor's (character) wife in that production turned
into a real-life situation in 2002. She is repeating the
"wifely" appearance in Rebecca. She was previously very active
in the Ionia Community Theatre Association. Christine is currently the
Human Resources Coordinator at Emphasys Computer Solutions in Petoskey.
She has two grown sons, Eric and Alan, both in college. She enjoys
traveling and admits to being a very amateur golfer. top
Kendal Taylor (Major Giles Lacey)
Kendal's portrayal of Giles in Rebecca is his third appearance on the
LTCT stage. His first production was Beyond Therapy. In last
season's Wife Begins at Forty Kendal and Christine were married and
tonight the real-world husband and wife play--what else--a husband and
wife. Formerly with RE/MAX of Petoskey, Kendal is Client Relations Manager
for the Cornerstone Division of Emphasys Computer Solutions in Petoskey.
He is also a member of the LTCT Board of Directors and Chair of the Artistic
Committee. top
Joe Hickey (Colonel Julyan)
Appearing as Colonel Julyan, the chief magistrate of Cornwall County, Joe
follows his stage debut as Dr. Artinian in LTCT's recent production of The
Best Man. Joe and Peggy, his dialog coach, live in Harbor Springs and
just celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. top
Michael Willson (Jack Favell)
After a five year absence, Michael is pleased to be onstage once again. He
would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the people who have worked
behind the scenes to make this show a success and hopes that you will join him
in recognizing their hard work. top
Bob
Munn (Frith)
Bob has performed in opera, musical comedy and is a soloist in church and
oratorio concert works. Rebecca marks Bob's eleventh performance on the
LTCT stage. Past performances include: Wife Begins at Forty, The Importance
of Being Earnest, Run For Your Wife, Prelude to a Kiss, The Mikado, 84 Charing
Cross Road, Noises Off, The Elephant Man, and Sylvia. Bob has also
appeared in the Bay View productions of Annie Get Your Gun, Oklahoma, The
King and I, Trial by Jury, Susanah and Il Trovatore. Bob lives in downtown
Horton Bay in the 1881 farm house he restored recently, and joins in the
spirited activities associated with that unusual community. Bob also enjoys
tinkering with classic automobiles. top
Nicholas Arkison (William Tabb)
This is Nicholas's first time performing in a serious production. He
enjoys reading, critiquing stories on fanfiction.net, and taking long walks on
the beach by moonlight (obligatory). top
Kallynn Ratz (Alice)
I am thirteen, in the seventh grade, and go to Petoskey Middle School. I
like to act, but singing is my dream. My major performances have been talent
shows, and the plays Charlotte's Web and Rumpelstiltskin. I
am a young actress looking forward to acting in the future.
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Luke
Brecheisen (Robert)
Luke has made Rebecca his first performance on the stage of LTCT.
He comes from a Harbor Springs background, and after moving back from
California, decided to try a new endeavor with theatre. While he is not
busy continuing his education at NCMC, you can find him conquering the ski hills
on his snowboard or riding the trails in beautiful northern Michigan. Luke
is currently employed at Nubs Nob ski resort. top
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