Caitlin Acap

(Rheba)

Caitlin is currently a senior at White Station High School. This production marks Caitlin's third onstage appearance at Playhouse 51. She made her debut as Maxine in “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” and also appeared in “It’s a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play” as Tilly. Caitlin also appeared in the Memphis Gridiron Show along with Baker Community Center's “Dare to be Different” and “Peter Pan.” She would like to thank Director Melissa Wright for the opportunity and her parents for their support.

Mandie joined Playhouse 51 back in 2009 with her role of the daughter “Chelsea” in “On Golden Pond”; and also worked backstage during “Moon Over Buffalo.”  Mandie has played “Mother Superior” in “No Fading Star” where she won Best Actress in 2000 for the Georgia Theatre Conference Community Theatre division; she also played “Ellie Greenwich” in “The Ellie Greenwich Story”; as well as backstage support in other areas of the theater.  Mandie is a wife and mother of 4 teenagers; and is proud to say that she can now call this community home as she and her husband have chosen to retire here in Arlington! 

Michael is very excited to be a part of a very wonderful and talented cast in his third Playhouse 51 show. Michael was last seen in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Theatre Memphis. Michael's other performances at Playhouse 51 include “A Party to Murder” and “Rumors.” Michael has been in theatre around the Mid-South and in the Pacific Northwest. He can also be seen as a cop in the movie “Soul Men.” Michael would like to thank God for everything. He would also love to thank his friends and family for support, especially his fiancée, Traci, and daughter, Harli, for their continued support and patience. Michael currently serves in the US Navy

This is Rhonda’s third production at Playhouse 51. She had roles in “Rumors” and “It’s a Wonderful Life-The Radio Play.” She has also helped on previous productions as back stage crew and with lighting. Rhonda works at First South Credit Union and is the Vice President of the Millington Branch. She has been married for 24 years to James and has two daughters, Megan and Taylor. She also has a step daughter, Delaina, and three awesome grandchildren, Anna, Leia, and 1 month old Jacob! She loves being a part of Playhouse 51 and is thankful to have made such wonderful friends!  She says that you are never too old to try new things and grow!

Jane , like the character she plays, is something of a writer herself - - a radio advertising copywriter.  She was listening to the radio one day and decided she could that.  For Playhouse 51 she has directed four shows, most recently "A Christmas Story," performed in numerous productions, worked backstage or around the stage or in the way on many others, and served four years in two positions on our Board of Directors.  She would like to thank her family and her family of friends at Playhouse 51 for putting up with her; and reminds you to enjoy yourselves because, truly, you can't take it with you . . . but don't forget to pack just in case!!!!

(Mr. De Pinna)

Barry Martin has been involved with Playhouse 51 since the beginning. He has run lights, sound, worked as a stagehand, built sets, been assistant director and has done almost everything else involving putting on a show . He is also webmaster for Playhouse 51’s website (playhouse51.com). He is on the Board of Directors as the Administrative Director Elect. Barry has appeared in Playhouse 51’s “Barefoot in the Park”, " The Odd Couple: Female Version”, “It’s a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play”, “Opal’s Million Dollar Duck”, “Rumors” and “Harvey.” His favorite type of play is farce like "You Can't Take It With You.” He is very happy about how Playhouse 51 has grown since its beginning. Barry lives in Atoka with his wife Cindy, his daughter Bonnie and their two dogs, Ricky and Stinker.

Dave found his passion for acting early in elementary school where he played Charlie Brown as well as other plays throughout junior high and high school.  This is David’s 5th show for Playhouse 51.  He wants to thank Melissa Wright for giving him the chance at this role and to his fellow actors for all the fun he had at rehearsals!  Davis is 43 years old and single.

John is pleased to return to Playhouse 51 after making his debut here in 2009 as Charlie Martin in “On Golden Pond.”  He most recently assistant directed “Much Ado About Nothing” at Theatre Memphis and “The Homecoming” at New Moon Theatre. Other onstage roles have included Oberon/Theseus in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and Polonius/Player King in “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.”  [He holds an M.F.A. from the University of Massachusetts Program for Poets and Writers and a M.Div. from San Francisco Theological Seminary.] His poems have appeared in journals such as “Poetry” and “The Paris Review” and in the anthologies “Ten Poets” and “Ravishing DisUnities: Real Ghazals in English.”  He thanks this talented cast and crew for letting him come over to play. Love to my happy-ever-after, Michele.

(Mr. Kirby)

In his fifth season with Playhouse 51, Bill Roraback has appeared in the Playhouse 51 productions of “It’s a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play”, “Goodbye Charlie”, and “Harvey.” He has directed “Same Time Next Year” and “Moon Over Buffalo” for Playhouse 51. Bill is a retired Navy Submariner who first started performing in Greece and Germany in the early 1980’s. Married for 32 years with 3 children. After he retired from the Navy, he returned to the stage first as Uncle Teddy in “Arsenic and Old Lace.”  He went on to perform in “Ten Little Indians” as Detective Blore, “My Son is Crazy but Promising” as Oysters Rockefeller. I would like to thank my wife for her support as I indulge in this time consuming passion of mine.

Samuel is making his second appearance on the Playhouse 51 stage.  Or, you might say, his 'fourth' appearance since he performed three different characters in "It's A Wonderful Life - The Radio Play" Version Two:  Harry, Mr. Reineman, and Mr. Carter.  Sammy began acting in high school and appeared in numerous productions.  He particularly enjoys doing characters with accents, especially British.

William is making his debut performance with Playhouse 51.  William is a 20-year retiree from the United States Navy and is the president of Greenhouses Go Green.  He is pleased to make his debut such a fine set of characters and would like to thank God for giving him the courage and skills to get on stage and be a credit to the Internal Revenue Department.

April teaches theater and history at Munford High School. This is her third show at Playhouse 51 but, for a change, no one tries to kill her this time.  She enjoys visiting exotic attractions, like the world's largest cedar bucket and Hitler's typewriter.  Thanks to my family for tolerating, yet again, the constant repetition of "I can't. I have rehearsal."

Teresa Yarwood has worked in theater for 40+ years. Some of her favorite roles have been murderers (“A Party to Murder” and “A Murder is Announced”), old, eccentric ladies (“Everybody Loves Opal” and “Opal’s Million Dollar Duck”, “Mousetrap”), and of course, a witch (Wizard of Oz). Not only has she worked on the stage, but also she has worked behind the stage doing whatever is needed. She is passionate about Community Theater and would love for more people in the area to get involved.

(Grand Duchess Olga Katrina)

Gwen has lived in Millington most of her teenage & adult life.  She has been honored to be a small part of Playhouse 51 for several years! She's helped backstage for the productions of  “On Golden Pond” & “A Christmas Story.” Gwen was thrilled to play the part of Clairee in the production of “Steel Magnolias” in 2007! She has much fun hanging out with this wonderful group of people & hopes to become more involved this season. Gwen invites you to enjoy this fun adventure with us!

This is the fourth show Melissa has directed for Playhouse 51. She has previously directed “Everybody Loves Opal”, “Opal's Million Dollar Duck” and co-directed “Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” She was previous Artistic Director for the 2006 season and is currently Executive Director Elect for 2011. She would like to thank the very talented cast and tireless crew for their efforts and for making this a fun undertaking. She hopes you enjoy their efforts. Also, without the support of the amazing members, the Playhouse 51 Board of Directors and the City of Millington nothing at Playhouse 51 would be possible. She would like to thank her family and especially her son Garrett for their support and patience throughout the production schedule.

Director

This is Wayne’s second role for Playhouse 51, previously playing Detective Sergeant Trotter in “Mousetrap”.  He has also appeared in “Soulmate Live”, and the “Singing Christmas Tree” at Bellevue Baptist Church. “Acting has been an enriching experience and being surrounded by the experienced actors here at Playhouse 51 has been wonderful. I hope I have many other acting opportunities. A special thanks to my wife who has been so supportive and has made this possible for me.”

(Martin (Poppa) Vanderhof)

Well, after playing 46 states, Europe, Japan and China, I finally made it.  I’m playing Millington, TN.  “I made it Ma, top of the world.”  To the wonderful cast, “fracture the proverbial appendage.”  MUCH LOVE, John.

Kathy has been involved in Playhouse 51 since its inception, serving a term as Administrative Director, working the box office, ushering, concessions, coordinating costumes and working anywhere else an extra hand was needed.  She has been stage manager for numerous productions.  She encourages anyone who has some spare time to volunteer for Playhouse 51.  No experience necessary! You will find it very rewarding! 

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