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Depot Alumni – Back on Stage in 2021

Yvette as Ursula at the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre.

Yvette as Ursula at the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre

As 2021 draws to a close, and the world of theatre is beginning to open up again in so many wonderful and exciting ways, we thought this would be a great time to check in with some of our Depot alumni and see who has begun to step foot “onto the boards” again, and what kind of theater they have been able to be a part of!

From this past season, our first fully in-person season in nearly two years, the stars of THE MOUNTAINTOP both went on to exciting projects. Yvette Clark played the evil Ursula in THE LITTLE MERMAID at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre, and Curtis Wiley has returned to his job in the Broadway company of the hit show AIN’T TOO PROUD, making us all proud of their triple-threat talents!

Jonathan Hadley in the National Tour of CS LEWIS’S, THE GREAT DIVORCE.

Jonathan Hadley in the National Tour of C.S. LEWIS’S, THE GREAT DIVORCE

Jonathan Hadley (39 STEPS, PETE N KEELEY) was also able to return to his pre-lockdown acting job, playing multiple roles in the National Tour of CS LEWIS’S, THE GREAT DIVORCE. The same for Julianne Godfrey (NEW YORK WATER) who was able to return to the national tour of MY FAIR LADY.

Wynn Harmon who Depot audiences will remember from THE MOUSETRAP, BALMORAL, and HARVEY is ending the year on Nantucket playing Scrooge in A NANTUCKET CHRISTMAS CAROL, and will soon head to Florida where he will appear in CAROUSEL. Take us with you to Florida, Wynn!

Amy Griffin as Mrs. White in CLUE at the Meadow Brook Theater

Amy Griffin as Mrs. White in CLUE at the Meadow Brook Theater

Depot alumni have a tendency to stick together, even after they leave the comfort and quiet of Westport. After playing Mrs. White in CLUE at the Meadowbrook Theatre, Amy Griffin (OUTSIDE MULLINGAR) directed a reading of a new musical at Music Theatre of Connecticut, and she cast Annie Eggerton (THE BIKINIS) and Annette Michelle Sanders (SOUVENIR) in the leads! Kathryn Markey and Bethany Gwen Perkins didn’t think one production of ALWAYS PATSY CLINE in 2018 was enough for them, so they did it again at the New London Barn Theatre, this time with Kathryn directing the production.

Speaking of directors, Evan Pappas (MY WAY, 2014) is now the Artistic Director of the Argyle Theatre in Babylon, LI, and he was able to successfully re-open the theatre with a full season this year – no easy feat, as our own Executive and Producing Artistic Directors can attest to. Lake Placid’s own Maggie Stiggers, who was in that production of MY WAY, as well as SAVIN’ UP FOR SATURDAY NIGHT, is the co-founder of Nikofrank Productions where she directs, writes, and produces the many hysterical videos and podcasts they create, and she is co-author of “Dear Future Producer,” now available on Amazon.

Maggie with her book

Maggie Stiggers with her book

Another actor turned producer is Depot-favorite, Beth Glover, who co-founded a new theatre company, The Adirondack Stage Rats, which performed its first shows al fresco around Saranac Lake, and last summer cast our esteemed board member Kathy Recchia in LIFESPAN OF A FACT. Always great to have more theatre in the North Country!

These are just a few Depot-ians who have begun to ply their craft once again and are certainly grateful and happy for the chance to do so. We cherish our alumni as we cherish you, our audience, and can’t wait to see you all back here next summer!

Happy New Year!

–Jonathan Hadley, Board Trustee and Actor

 

ALUMS: Send updates about your great work to Jonathan HERE to be included in the spring roundup!

Depot Theatre Announces Cast of THE MOUNTAINTOP

Broadway alum and Depot Theatre favorite to take the stage on July 1

The Depot Theatre is pleased to announce the cast of THE MOUNTAINTOP, the first of the theatre’s 2021 main stage lineup.

THE MOUNTAINTOP is a reflective, often funny, touching, and gripping reimagining of the night before the assassination of the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in which he examines his achievements, his failures, and his unfinished dreams. THE MOUNTAINTOP will run from July 1 through July 18. This play’s Broadway run in 2011 starred Samuel L. Jackson and Angela Bassett.

THE MOUNTAINTOP is written by Katori Hall, two-time Tony award nominee and winner of the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

“The Depot Theatre is very proud and blessed to have two extremely diverse and intense actors kick off our season in THE MOUNTAINTOP,” said Kenney Green, Depot Theatre Producing Artistic Director. “These two powerhouses perfectly embody the essence of Katori Hall’s beautiful words!”

Curtis Wiley, Jr

Curtis Wiley, Jr.

The role of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be played by CURTIS WILEY, JR. Wiley comes to the Depot Theatre direct from his Broadway debut in the production of AIN’T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS

Prior to joining the Tony Award winning production, Curtis was seen in NYC at Lincoln Center in the “American Songbook” concert series with Stew + Heidi. Curtis first worked with Stew + Heidi in the world premier of THE TOTAL BENT at NYC’s Public Theater. Other NY credits: ATTACK OF THE ELVIS IMPERSONATORS (Lion Theatre); ROTHSCHILd & SONS (York Theatre Co.); THE ARTIST & THE SCIENTIST (Cap21); STRAIGHT FACED LIES (Fringe NYC); PAGEANT: THE MUSICAL (Off B’way Revival); THE GREAT SOCIETY (York Shakespeare Co); TUT (NYMF); KING LEAR (Exit, Pursued by a Bear); THE WILD PARTY (Columbia Stages). Big musical credits include: DINER THE MUSICAL;  JERSEY BOYS; THE LION KING; and a really cool gig with MOTOWN THE MUSICAL. Curtis is an alumni of the Sundance Theatre Institute, WIG OUT (playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney). Curtis had the distinct pleasure of working with Negro Ensemble Co., MARTIN: BEFORE THE DREAM, and has been featured in the “Future Classics Series” at Classical Theatre of Harlem.

Yvette Monique Clark

Yvette Monique Clark

Depot Theatre alum and favorite YVETTE MONIQUE CLARK returns in the role of Camae. Yvette is ecstatic to be back at The Depot where she debuted her cabaret LET’S GIVE ‘EM SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT, and she has performed in productions of AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ (Nell) and SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE (BJ). Other credits include GUN AND POWDER (Sissy), THE WIZ (Aunt Em, Evillene, Glinda), and UNiSON (Momma, Terror #7). During the past year she has kept herself busy producing her own virtual cabarets entitled “DIVA OF THE ‘DEMIC.”

The Depot Theatre’s production of THE MOUNTAINTOP runs from July 1-18 and is sponsored by The Galley Restaurant and Bar at Westport Marina. The Depot Theatre’s 2021 Season Sponsor is Casella.

As a professional Actors’ Equity and Stage Directors and Choreographers Society-affiliated theatre, the Depot must adhere to both government and union health and safety guidelines. As such, audience members are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Tickets and information are available by calling the box office at 518.962.4449 or visiting DepotTheatre.org.

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About The Depot Theatre

The Depot Theatre is a non-profit, professional theatre located in a historic, functioning 1876 train station in Westport, N.Y., and is the only theatre in the Adirondacks that operates under an agreement with Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. In addition to its volunteer board of trustees, the theatre depends on the support and generosity of its loyal donors, volunteers, and community members. Committed to promoting and providing exposure to the performing arts in the Adirondacks, the Depot Theatre invites all to “Take a journey without leaving the station.” The Depot Theatre’s 2021 programming is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. Additional support is provided by the Adirondack Foundation – Generous Acts Fund and the Essex County Arts Council.

Cast Announced for Depot Theatre’s AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’

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Westport, NY – Triple threat New York City actor/singers/dancers are set to wow audiences with the dynamic songs of Fats Waller in the Tony Award winning Ain’t Misbehavin’ at the Depot Theatre.

The Depot Theatre continues its fan-favorite 40th season with a glorious, joyous, sultry romp through the 1920’s during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club. With a mix of Depot alums and new faces, the five-person cast will take audiences on a journey through the timeless music of Fats Waller.

Ain’t Misbehavin’ is directed and choreographed by Kenney Green, a Depot Theatre alum. “I am thrilled to be returning to the Depot Theatre for my 10-year anniversary which began with Five Guys Named Moe in 2008,” said Green. “Having directed and performed in Ain’t Misbehavin’ at other theatres around the country, it is wonderful to help bring this show to life on the Depot stage.”

Philip Hall

Philip Hall is the Musical Director/pianist for Ain’t Misbehavin’

Green’s previous Depot shows include Smokey Joe’s Cafe, What a Glorious Feeling, and Always Patsy Cline. He just directed an acclaimed run of Topdog/Underdog at the Lake Dillon Theatre in Silverthorne, Colorado. As an actor…Off-Broadway: Finks! (Ensemble Studio Theatre, Drama Desk Nomination), Growing Up 70’s starring Barry Williams (Luther). National/European Tours: Smokey Joe’s Cafe starring Gladys Knight (Victor/Dance Capt.), Ain’t Misbehavin’, The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber (Ensemble). Regional: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (Atkins), Avenue Q (Gary Coleman), Diva Diaries: The Musical [WORLD PREMIERE] (Young Randee Jean), Ain’t Misbahavin’ (Milwaukee Rep./Arkansas Rep), The Music Man, A Chorus Line, The Full Monty, Once on This Island, and many more. Directing Credits: Ain’t Misbehavin’, Godspell, The Wiz, Full Monty (Westchester Sandbox Theatre), Smokey Joe’s Cafe (Emelin Theatre), Almost Connected: The Music of Jimmy Webb, The Wiz, Legally Blonde, Oliver! and Hairspray!  Kenney is a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association (AEA) and Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC).

Yvette Monique Clark

Yvette Monique Clark will play Nell in Ain’t Misbehavin’.

Although new to The Depot Theatre, Musical Director and pianist Phillip Hall is no stranger to Ain’t Misbehavin’. This production marks the eleventh time he’s been affiliated with the show as a pianist and/or musical director. He has also served as musical director for productions of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Little Shop of Horrors, The Wiz and Smokey Joe’s Cafe. Prior to venturing into professional theatre, Phillip worked in the Houston public school system. He’s had the distinct pleasure of playing with Aretha Franklin, jazz trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis, Liza Minnelli, Rita Moreno and for Presidents George H.W. Bush and William J. Clinton. Phillip was selected to accompany a choir assembled to commemorate the 90th birthday of South African President Nelson Mandela. Currently, Phillip is the program director of Music Doing Good in Service, a non-profit entity based in Houston, Texas, and is the founder/accompanist of the eponymously named Phillip Hall Singers.

Larry Darnell Penn Whitfield

Larry Darnell Penn Whitfield will play Ken in Ain’t Misbehavin’.

Yvette Monique Clark (Nell) is happy to be returning to the Depot Theatre since her debut there in the World Premiere of Route 66. She has been busy during her time away, performing in productions of The Wiz (Aunt Em, Evilene and Glinda), the World Premiere of UniSon (Momma, Terror #7), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Muzzy Van Hossmere), and Smokey Joe’s Cafe (BJ) to name a few. She is ecstatic to be reprising her role as Nell in Ain’t Misbehavin‘.

James Roberts IV

James Roberts IV will play Andre in Ain’t Misbehavin’.

Larry Darnell Penn Whitfield (Ken) returns to the Depot where he performed in Five Guys Named Moe in 2008. A Southern dreamer with an intense passion for comedy, storytelling, and song, he’s thrilled to be part of this dynamic cast and back in Westport. He received a BFA in Musical Theatre with a Dance Minor from Catawba College and moved to NYC shortly after. Some favorite professional regional shows include Five Guys Named Moe, Ragtime, Dreamgirls, Jekyll and Hyde, Godspell and Fiddler on the Roof.

Anna Anderson

Anna Anderson will play
Armelia in Ain’t Misbehavin’.

James Roberts IV (Andre) is thrilled to be working with this wonderful director and cast! His stage credits credits include: Hair (Intl. Tour, Dir. Diane Paulus), The Producers (Natl. Tour), Pageant (AZ Broadway), Kiss Me Kate (STONC), Memphis (Arkansas Rep), Spelling Bee (Jenny Wiley), and Hairspray (STONC). James also hosts a YouTube vlog series called Take the Stairs.

Katelyn Bowman

Katelyn Bowman will play Charlaine in Ain’t Misbehavin’.

Anna Anderson (Armelia) is excited to join The Depot Theatre for its 40th season. Ms. Anderson has taken center stage most recently as Mary/Faith in Grab and Grace (NYC), Anne Chovie in The Great Pie Robbery (NYC), Janice in The First Lady (NYC), Bobbie in Ha! the Musical (NYC), and Billie Holiday in the Arizona Onstage production of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.

Katelyn Bowman (Charlaine) is thrilled to be part of this production. Her credits incude: National Tour: Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live! (Miss Elaina/Teacher Harriet), International Tour: Legally Blonde (Pilar). Regional: Grease (Frenchy), The Color Purple (Squeak), Ain’t Misbehavin’ (Charlaine), and Hairspray (Lil’ Inez).

The production is sponsored by The Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation. Performances run August 11 – August 26, with a $20 Preview on August 10. For more information and tickets, call 518.962.4449 or visit DepotTheatre.org.

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ABOUT THE DEPOT THEATRE

The Depot Theatre is a non-profit, professional theatre located in a historic, functioning 1876 train station in Westport, N.Y., and operates under an agreement with Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States. In addition to its volunteer board of trustees, the theatre depends on the support and generosity of its loyal donors, volunteers and community members. Committed to promoting and providing exposure to the performing arts in the Adirondacks, the Depot Theatre invites all to “Take a journey without leaving the station.” The Depot Theatre’s 2018 Season, its 40th, is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. Additional support is provided by the Essex County Arts Council.

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Mission: The Depot Theatre is to entertain, enrich, and educate through professional theatrical arts and related programs based in a historic train station.

Vision: The Depot Theatre will have a robust, regional, and year-round presence by creating the highest of quality programs, building strong partnerships, and enhancing community engagement while promoting diversity in all that we do.

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The Depot Theatre receives funding from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

With special thanks to the following for their support of the Depot’s ongoing strategic objectives: Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust, Cloudsplitter Foundation, J.M. McDonald Foundation, Inc., Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation, Charles R. Wood Foundation, Adirondack Foundation, Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation, Rogers Carroll Family Foundation, Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation.

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