THE PAC

Sunny Hills High School

Music by
Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by
Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by
Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse

Directed by Christian Peñuelas

Music Direction by Aaron Duncan-Schwartz
Choreography by Leiana Volen

THE 4TH SUNNY HILLS DRAMA PRODUCTION

March 2, 3, 4, 2023
 DIRECTOR’S NOTE
This show contains imagery that could upset or offend certain viewers,
such as Nazi paraphernalia and firearms. These elements are included
in this show only to accurately portray the story and history. Sunny Hills
strongly condemns all forms of racism, anti-semitism, and violence. For
education on the Holocaust and how to confront anti-semitism, please
visit the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Website. For
education on the public health approach gun violence, please visit
the Educational Fund to Stop Gun Violence Website.

Thank you for your support in coming to see Sunny Hill’s production
of The Sound of Music. The only reason this show stands before you
is because of this massive community of people that come together
to put their minds, expertise, and love into this production. It’s quite
an incredible experience to see everyone do their part to make this
story come to the stage, and I am forever grateful. From the actors,
to the stage managers, to the tech crew, to the creative team, to
the SHHS staff, and to my friends, my family, and my wonderful fiancé
Hailey (May 2023!!), thank you; I could not have done this without
you.

It’s been a long time since Sunny Hills has had a musical put on the
stage here (four years). I knew that I had to choose something that
would bring people together, not only for students to be a part of,
but also for the Sunny Hills community to get excited about seeing
live theater again. This show is near and dear to my heart. I was in
this show at La Habra High School back in 2011; I played Franz, the
butler (my first speaking role). For directing my first musical I wanted
to do something that I was not only familiar with and had fond
memories of, but something that I know many of you have a special
connection to, as this show has been loved and cherished by many
for decades.

At its core, The Sound of Music is about family, and I couldn’t think of
a better word to describe this entire cast and crew. We have all
worked so hard together for the past two months to bring this story to
this stage. Like many families, there is love, excitement, growth,
frustration, adversity, support, laughter, and friendship; this process
has been all of these and more. So, thank you for being a part of this
family, and please enjoy The Sound of the Music.

You have brought music back into my home. I had forgotten.

Christian Peñuelas
 THE STORY
The nuns of Nonnberg Abbey pray while young postulant Maria
Rainer enjoys a day off in the hills. When she returns, Maria
apologizes to Mother Abbess for her transgressions. Unconvinced
that Maria is ready for the abbey, Mother Abbess assigns Maria to
serve as governess to the seven children of a widowed naval
captain.
Upon arrival, Maria observes that Captain von Trapp runs his
home and family strictly. She breaks the regime by teaching the
children to sing. When the eldest child, Liesl, sneaks back into the
house through Maria’s window after secretly meeting her
boyfriend, Rolf, Maria agrees not to betray her.
The Captain returns home with his girlfriend Elsa and her friend
Max, a concert organizer. The Captain is horrified to see his
children playing and dismisses Maria, but changes his mind when
the children greet Elsa with a song.
At a party, the Captain and Maria dance together, and their
chemistry flusters Maria. When the children perform for the guests
before heading to bed, Max thinks their act would be great for
an upcoming music festival. Meanwhile, Maria flees to the abbey.
She confesses her love for the Captain to Mother Abbess, who
reminds her that love is a calling from God.
Maria returns to the von Trapp home. The Captain argues with
Max and Elsa, who do not share his alarm regarding the imminent
Nazi invasion. This political rift ends the Captain’s relationship with
Elsa. The Captain and Maria reveal their love for each other and
marry.
Max enters the family in a music festival against the Captain’s
wishes. When Nazi soldiers arrive to force the Captain into military
service, Maria uses the festival as an excuse to delay his
departure. Max announces that armed forces will escort the
Captain to a naval base immediately following the concert.
As the concert concludes, the family manages to escape the
theater and hide at the abbey. Rolf, now a Nazi soldier, finds the
von Trapps in hiding, but covers for them. Their only way out of
Austria is on foot. The Mother Abbess blesses their journey, and the
family begins its trek over the Alps to neutral Switzerland.
 SCENES AND MUSICAL NUMBERS
This experience is 2 hours and 30 minutes
(and a 15 minute intermission – refreshments in the lobby)

ACT I
Scene 1: Nonnberg Abbey
Preludium…............Mother Abbess, Sister Berthe, Sister Margaretta
Sister Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Morning Hymn......................................Mother Abbess, Sister Berthe
Sister Margaretta, Sister Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Alleluia..................................................Mother Abbess, Sister Berthe,
Sister Margaretta, Sister Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Scene 2: A Mountainside near the Abbey
Scene 3: The Office of Mother Abbess
Maria.....................................................Mother Abbess, Sisters Berthe
Margaretta and Sophia, Nun Ensemble
My Favorite Things............................................Maria, Mother Abbess
Scene 4: A Corridor in the Abbey
I Have Confidence......................................................................Maria
Scene 5: The Terrace of the von Trapp Villa
Do-Re-Mi...................................................Maria, von Trapp Children
Do-Re-Mi (Reprise)....................................Maria, von Trapp Children
Scene 6: The ground of the von Trapp Villa
Sixteen Going On Seventeen............................................... Liesl, Rolf
Scene 7: Maria’s Bedroom
The Lonely Goatherd................................Maria, von Trapp Children
Scene 8: The Terrace of the von Trapp Villa
How Can Love Survive ..........................................................Max, Elsa
Scene 9: The Terrace of the von Trapp Villa (later)
Grand Waltz…………………………………………......... Full Company
Laendler………………………………............................. Full Company
Scene 10: The Terrace of the von Trapp Villa (a bit later)
So Long Farewell.......................................................... Full Company
Scene 11: A Corridor in the Abbey
Morning Hymn......................................Mother Abbess, Sisters Berthe
Margaretta and Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Scene 12: The Office of Mother Abbess
Climb Ev’ry Mountain .................................................Mother Abbess
 SCENES AND MUSICAL NUMBERS
This experience is 2 hours and 30 minutes
(and a 15 minute intermission – refreshments in the lobby)

ACT II
Scene 1: The Terrace of the von Trapp Villa
The Lonely Goatherd (Reprise)...................Max, von Trapp Children
My Favorite Things (Reprise).....................Maria, von Trapp Children
No Way to Stop It ................................................. Captain, Elsa, Max
Something Good.........................................................Captain, Maria
Scene 2: A Corridor in the Abbey
Wedding Preparations........................Mother Abbess, Sisters Berthe
Margaretta and Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Scene 3: The Office of Mother Abbess
Gaudeamus Domino .........................Mother Abbess, Sisters Berthe
Margaretta and Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Scene 4: A Cloister Overlooking the Chapel
Processional: Maria (Reprise)..............Mother Abbess, Sisters Berthe
Margaretta and Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Confiremini Domino ...........................Mother Abbess, Sisters Berthe
Margaretta and Sophia, Nun Ensemble
Scene 5: The Terrace of the von Trapp Villa
Sixteen Going on Seventeen (Reprise) ............................Maria, Liesl
Do-Re-Mi (Reprise) ...........................................The von Trapp Family
Scene 6: The Concert Hall Stage in Kaltzberg
The Concert: Do-Re-Mi .....................................The von Trapp Family
Edelweiss..................................................................................Captain
So Long Farewell (Reprise ................................The von Trapp Family
Scene 7: The Garden of the Abbey
Finale Ultimo: Climb Ev’ry Mountain.............................Full Company

The Sound of Music Is presented by arrangement with

Concord Theatricals on behalf of
The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization.
www.ConcordTheatricals.com

The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this

production is strictly prohibited.
 THE CAST

ZOE KIM MARIA RAINER

ALEX SOBOCINSKI SISTER BERTHE
AMANDA BOUPHA SISTER MARGARETTE
MIA JAWAR SISTER SOPHIA
LARA MARTINEZ MOTHER ABBESS
CHASE MORLEY CAPTAIN GEORG VON TRAPP
CHRISTINE CHOI LIESL
DYLAN GUTIERREZ FRIEDRICH
MADISON PYO LOUISA
CONNOR WOOLLEY KURT
ABIGAIL VAYNA BRIGITTA
DAILYN ECKER MARTA
KENSINGTON VAN HOOK GRETL
CALEB VAN HOOK ROLF
PHOENIX JARMAN MAX DETWEILER
ISABELLE LEE BARONESS ELSA VON SCHRADER
BRENDON BARNETT FRANZ
DELANEY JACKSON FRAU SCHMIDT
ALEX TUCKER URSULA
LAUREN YAMANE BARONESS ELBERFELD
JULIO GUTIERREZ BARON ELBERFELD
TATE GARCIA HERR ZELLER
KAYLA DEVLIN-BROWN FRAU ZELLER
LANDON KLEPPER ADMIRAL VON SCHREIBER
AIMEE RIVERA THE NEW POSTULANT

ENSEMBLE
SOFIA CIORGARIU, MARY MICHAEL, MIA CHO, KAYLA SOTO,
MONTA PAXTON, MADELYN BOYD, LAURYN SHIMAOKA,
HIBA BALOCH, TALITHA ARTHURS, KATIE HANDLEY, EMILY
BOYER, CLAIRE OLSSON, EDWARD GALVEZ, DAVID TAPIA
 THE PRODUCTION TEAM
Directed by Christian Peñuelas
Music Direction by Aaron Duncan-Schwartz
Choreography by Leiana Volen
Acting Coaching by Jaclyn Stickel
Intimacy Coordination by Callie Prendiville Johnson
Costume Design by Tana Carmichael
Technical Design by Matt Mankiewicz

Rachel Kim Stage Manager

Kayla Beining Assistant Stage Manager
Aiden Oslick Sound & Mics
Jessica Lu Light Board Operator

THE SOUND OF MUSIC is presented by arrangement with Concord

Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein
Organization. www.ConcordTheatricals.com The videotaping or
other video or audio recording of this production is strictly
prohibited.
 THE COMPANY

Talitha Brendan Kayla Hiba

Arthurs Barnett Beining Baloch

Amanda Madelyn Emily Mia

Boupha Boyd Boyer Cho

Christine Sofia Melina Kayla Dailyn

Choi Ciorogariu Devlin-Brown Eckerd

Edward Tate Dylan Julio

Galvez Garcia Gutierrez Gutierrez
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Katie Delaney Phoenix Mia

Handley Jackson Jarman Jhawar

Zoe Rachel Landon Isabelle

Kim Kim Klepper Lee

Lara Mary Chase Claire

Martinez Michael Morley Olsson

Montana Madison Aimee Lauryn

Paxton Pyo Rivera Shimaoka
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Alex Kayla David Tapia Alex

Sobocinski Soto Tucker

Caleb Kensie Abigail Connor

Van Hook Van Hook Veyna Wooley

Lauren Aiden Jessica Tana

Yamane Oslick Lu Carmichael

Jaclyn Christian Leiana Aaron Duncan-

Stickel Peñuelas Volen Scwhartz
 THE COMPANY
Talitha Arthurs (ENSEMBLE)
11TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Talitha transferred to Sunny Hills in her sophomore year and has
participated in various music programs here, such as Band, Orchestra,
Marching Band, and Jazz. Her passion for the arts encouraged her
involvement in theater and she’s excited to perform with this group!

Brendan Barnett (FRANZ)

10TH Grade – 3rd SHHS Theater Production
Brendan has been in Theater for two years here at Sunny Hills High
School. Brendan has always liked theater since middle school and has
played music since elementary school. Brendan also loves to play guitar
and piano occasionally. Brendan is happy to perform for you in THE
SOUND OF MUSIC and be with this great cast.

Kayla Beining (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER)

11TH Grade – 2ND SHHS Theater Production
Kayla has been in the theater program for 2 years and is excited to be
the Assistant Stage Manager for THE SOUND OF MUSIC! She is also
currently the Theater Vice President. She founded (and is the president
of) the Theater club at Sunny Hills "Over-dramatic Acting Fanatics". She
is also on the Girls Volleyball and Basketball teams here at Sunny Hills.
She has always loved theater whether it be on stage or backstage. She's
found her home in the Theater program at Sunny Hills; she's so grateful
for all the friends and family that she has made along the way. Kayla
can't thank them enough for being patient and kind to her while she
learns how to assist in stage management, and she's thankful for this
opportunity to explore theater in a new way. Kayla is so excited that you
are here tonight to see all the hard work everyone has put into this
production!!!!

Hiba Baloch (ENSEMBLE)

10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Hiba is excited that this is her very first time being involved in a theater
production at Sunny Hills. She wanted to do something new and out of
her comfort zone and has a passion for performing arts. She's very
excited to perform alongside her Sound of Music family and can't wait
for you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

Amanda Boupha (SISTER MARGARETTA)

12TH Grade – FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Amanda has been in the dance program for four years. During her
freshman year, she found a love for theater when she joined the school's
musical. She is excited to perform tonight with this lovely cast!
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Madelyn Boyd (ENSEMBLE)
10TH Grade – FIRST SHHS Theater Production
THE SOUND OF MUSIC is the first theater production Madelyn has been
a part of, although not her first performance. Madelyn has been
involved in the fine arts from a very young age. She’s played piano,
danced, and sang. She is currently a member of the Sunny Hills Dance
Department. She’s excited to share her very first SHHS Theater show with
you!!

Emily Boyer (ENSEMBLE)

11TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Emily is a sophomore and this is her first theatre production. She is very
excited to perform.

Mia Cho (ENSEMBLE)

9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Mia Cho is a freshman this year and a current COFA member, who is
also involved in the Sunny Hills Dance Program. She hopes you enjoy the
performance tonight and thanks you for coming.

Christine Choi (LIESL VON TRAPP)

9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Christine has always had a passion for singing and dancing since
elementary, and continued joining choirs and musicals throughout her
childhood. She is also in Dance 1 in this school. For years her favorite
musical was THE SOUND OF MUSIC, and she is now excited to be part of
this production.

Sofia Melina Ciorogariu (ENSEMBLE)

9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Sofia has been in a few shows that had been produced at her church.
She was in choir at her church for 5 years before she went into theater.
She is very excited since this will be her first musical. Melina found her
passion for theater when she was 5. She was influenced by the play
“Dancing in the Rain.” She is excited to perform for you tonight!

Kayla Devlin-Brown (FRAU ZELLER)

11TH Grade – 2ND SHHS Theater Production
Kayla has been involved in theater at Sunny Hills High School since her
freshman year. She is also part of Link Crew, COFA Council, and other
clubs at the school. She was a part of Lord of the Flies last semester and
very much enjoyed it. She is ecstatic to be in the cast of THE SOUND OF
MUSIC. And is so excited for you to see the hard work that the cast has
put into making this show spectacular.
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Dailyn Eckerd (MARTA)
12TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Dailyn has been in choir for 6 years and Vocal Ensemble here at Sunny
Hills High School for 4 years. She is Vice President of Vocal Ensemble. She
has a passion for writing music and she loves to play guitar and piano.
She loves spending time with her friends and her boyfriend and she's
addicted to fast food. She is so happy that she met so many amazing
new people and is excited to be performing with them in this beautiful
performance!
Edward Galvez (ENSEMBLE)
9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Edward is excited about this being the first time he's ever had to sing in
a musical. However, he isn't entirely clueless about music, having played
the bass for 6 years prior to joining the show along with dabbling with
other various instruments such as the clarinet and the piano. Him and
the rest of the cast have worked tirelessly on this show to bring it up and
exceed your expectations, so please sit back, relax, and enjoy THE
SOUND OF MUSIC.
Tate Garcia (HERR ZELLER)
9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Tate was involved in theater for all 3 years of his middle school
education at Benton Middle School. He is in Theater one at Sunny Hills
High School and he has a very high passion for singing. He also plays
football for Sunny Hills and looks to continue playing football for all four
years of high school life here at SHHS. He is very excited to perform for
you tonight with this amazing cast.
Dylan Gutierrez (FRIEDRICK)
11TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Dylan is excited about performing as part of the Sunny Hills Theater
Department for the very first time. Since elementary school, he has taken
an interest in the performing arts. He hopes to gain an understanding of
character work so that way he can better himself as an actor and writer.
Dylan is eternally grateful for the support given to him by his friends and
family and hopes you enjoy the performance!

Julio Gutierrez (BARON ELBERFELD)

11TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Julio didn't dabble in any performing arts related activities at all until
recently. He joined both choir and theater earlier in his junior year and
enjoyed them and decided to audition for the sound of music. He has
been in numerous choir concerts and is seeking to improve his skills in
both singing and acting. This is the very first musical he is involved in. He
is thrilled to perform for you tonight with this amazing cast!
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Katie Handley (ENSEMBLE)
10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Katie Handley is a sophomore and this is her second production here at
Sunny Hills. Her other past productions include Ensemble in Big River,
Seussical the Musical, Wizard of Oz, Frozen Jr., Aladdin Jr., and Guys and
Dolls. Katie is very excited to be in this production and hopes that you
enjoy the show!
Delaney Jackson (FRAU SCHMIDT)
12TH Grade–4TH SHHS Theater Production
Delaney Jackson has been in the Sunny Hills theater program for two
years. They are wholly involved in the arts on campus, being a member
of COFA Council, Deviation Hip Hop Club, ODAF, and Art Club. Previous
roles of theirs include The Queen of Hearts in Alice, Heart of the Island in
Lord of the Flies, and Policeman 2 in Wait Until Dark. In their free time,
Delaney likes to listen to music and find fictional characters to relate to.
They want to thank everyone who has supported them through the
years and really hope that you enjoy their last high school production!
Phoenix Jarman (MAX DETWEILER)
11TH Grade – 3RD SHHS Theater Production
Phoenix has been involved with theater for two years now. After growing
up around performances his entire life, he finally got the push he
needed during a theater showcase from Sunny Hills. He is also in Vocal
Ensemble this year, and was cast in Sunny Hills' productions of ALICE
(2021) and Lord of the Flies (2022). He is very excited to be playing Max
in his first musical alongside his incredible castmates!
Mia Jhawar (SISTER SOPHIA)
12TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Mia is involved in Vocal Ensemble here at Sunny Hills. Her passion for
singing began at the young age of 6, when she joined the Laguna Road
Elementary School Choir after singing nonstop in her house for several
years prior. Her passion for singing has severely progressed over the
years and continues to flourish today. While she has not been in a play
in Sunny Hills, she has participated in her 6th grade play Aladdin as the
role of Jasmine, and developed a deep appreciation for the theater,
and the theatrical process. She is ecstatic that she gets to perform next
to her friends for her last year in high school and is hoping that
everybody enjoys the show!
Jessica Lu (LIGHT BOARD OPERATOR)
11TH Grade – FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Jessica Lu is a junior who loves art and music. In her free time, she enjoys
watching movies and chatting with friends. She is thrilled to have the
opportunity to help out in THE SOUND OF MUSIC.
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Zoe Kim (MARIA)
11TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Zoe is a part of the Vocal Ensemble at school and she's loved to sing
ever since she was little. Although this is her first-time doing theater at
Sunny Hills, she was in other musicals during middle school as a part of
Biola Youth Theater. Aside from theater, Zoe loves to draw, paint, and
listen to music. She looks forward to performing for you and she hopes
you enjoy the show!

Rachel Kim (STAGE MANAGER)

11TH Grade – 4TH SHHS Theater Production
Rachel has been involved in theater for two years after transferring to
Sunny Hills right before her sophomore year. She has stage managed
the productions for Alice in Wonderland, Lord of the Flies, Wait Until Dark,
and now THE SOUND OF MUSIC, all being experiences that she cherishes
dearly. While still relatively inexperienced in theater, Rachel has always
loved theater and performing arts since she was little. Knowing how
much work the entire cast and crew has put into this production,
Rachel's sure that Sunny Hills' THE SOUND OF MUSIC won't let you down!

Landon Klepper (ADMIRAL VON SCHREIBER)

12TH Grade – 3RD SHHS Theater Production
Landon Klepper is excited to be in THE SOUND OF MUSIC and has been
with the program for four years here at Sunny Hills High School It is with
bittersweet feelings that we bid farewell to Landon Klepper, who’s
enjoying every step of the way and is glad you can see it.

Isabelle Lee (ELSA)

10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Isabelle is enjoying her first year being involved with theater at Sunny
Hills. She is the publicitor for our art club here at school. She has been a
fan of many musicals since she was a child and is excited to finally be in
her first production. She is thrilled to be able to perform for you tonight
with this skilled cast!
Lara Martinez (MOTHER ABBESS)
11TH Grade – 4TH SHHS Theater Production
Lara has been in the SHHS' theater program since her freshman year.
Lara fell in love with performing at a young age, growing up she would
constantly be lost in song. Throughout the years, she has made her way
up in the program and is now the president of the theater program. She
in addition is the club president of a history & feminism club and cabinet
of 3 other school clubs. THE SOUND OF MUSIC will be Lara’s fourth play
at Sunny Hills and her first ever musical, she is so excited to be your
Mother Abbess!
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Mary Michael (ENSEMBLE)
9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Mary Michael is very new at theater. Mary is in another theater group
outside of school called Spero. She has always had a passion for
preforming and she loves to sing and dance. Mary enjoys swimming and
is currently in the dance program here at Sunny Hills. She is excited to
preform for you all tonight.
Chase Morley (CAPTAIN)
11TH Grade – 2ND SHHS Theater Production
Chase Morley is a junior this year and has been involved in theater for
two years here at Sunny Hills. He is in baseball and his positions are
pitcher and first base. He has been involved in previous productions and
also hopes to pursue acting beyond high school. He is excited to
perform for you tonight with this amazing cast!
Claire Olsson (ENSEMBLE)
9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
When Claire were younger, in elementary school, they would act or sing
in their school’s many plays. They also have performed the musical
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN at a small theater as Don Lockwood. They also have
a very strong passion for other arts like writing, cooking, drawing and
painting, graphic design, photography, and film making. They have
been drawing and singing as long as they can remember. In their free
time they like to listen to music to ignite ideas which helps fuel their
creative fire. This is their first time being a part of a musical since the
quarantine. They are looking forward to being on stage once again with
their fellow classmates!
Montana Paxton (ENSEMBLE)
12TH Grade – 3RD SHHS Theater Production
Montana has been involved in theater for three years at Sunny Hills.
Montana is currently in the IB program at school and has been a part of
productions, such as Alice, and was the stage manager's assistant for
Wait Until Dark. She participates in many clubs and school activities like
Link Crew, Friday Night Live, and MUSE. She loves writing and singing.
She is excited to perform tonight and show the hard and dedication of
the cast!
Aiden Oslick (SOUND/MICS)
10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Aiden is currently a part of the Instrumental Music Department at Sunny
Hills, playing Saxophone in Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and
Marching Band. He spends much of his free time playing video games,
and enjoys working sound tech in COFA events, including choir
concerts, dance performances, COFA Quadshow, and of course
theatre productions.
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Madison Pyo (LOUISA)
9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Madison has been involved in various theater programs since she was 8
years old. Before playing Louisa, she performed in multiple musicals,
including SEUSSICAL, THE WIZARD OF OZ, and THE LITTLE MERMAID. When
she's not performing, Madison can be found practicing for the Sunny
Hills tennis team and pursuing new musical endeavors. She hopes her
passion for the arts can bring joy to you tonight in this amazing
production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC!

Aimee Rivera (NEW POSTULANT)

9TH Grade – 2ND SHHS Theater Production
Aimee was involved in the fall play WAIT UNTIL DARK. She enjoys acting
and performing arts. Aimee has always been a fan of singing but has
never tried to be in a choir. This is Aimee’s first time singing in front of an
audience. She has always been a fan of theater and all the arts. Doing
this play has been an honor and a privilege for her to do. She hopes to
do more in the future and is excited to perform for you tonight with her
talented cast!

Lauryn Shimaoka (ENSEMBLE)

12TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
This is Lauryn’s first play that she has been in at Sunny Hills and she is
loving it. She was in other plays when she was younger. She is a part of
the Vocal Ensemble (aka Advanced Choir) here at Sunny Hills for the
last four years. Before that, she has been a part of a choir since second
grade. She has always had a passion for singing and has been taking
lessons in piano from her vocal coach. She loves music in general and
loves going to musicals and plays. She likes to do her best to bring an
amazing play experience. She is extremely excited to perform for you
tonight. Please enjoy the amazing show we have planned for you.

Alex Sobocinski (SISTER BERTHE)

11TH Grade - 2ND SHHS Theater Production
Alex has been involved in the SHHS theater program for 2 years. They
previously played the role of Roger in last year's Lord of the Flies show.
Alex has had an interest in singing and performing since they were a
young child. They have played numerous instruments through their life,
including guitar, flute, and piano. Alex is looking forward to performing
THE SOUND OF MUSIC for you alongside this wonderful cast!
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Kayla Soto (ENSEMBLE)
10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Kayla has been involved in theater for both her years at SHHS. She has
loved singing since kindergarten. She has been drawn to acting and has
been recently drawn to musical theater. Kayla has attended many
theater and acting events with her family. She is excited that tonight will
be her first ever theater production!

David Tapia (ENSEMBLE)

10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
David is a dancer and has performed mainly ballet for 7 years now. He
had developed a love for dance and performing, so he decided to try
theater. He also plays guitar and is in numerous after-school clubs. He is
happy to be able to perform for you tonight!

Alex Tucker (ENSEMBLE)

11TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Alex Renae Tucker is a Junior this year and has been a part of the Sunny
Hills´ theater program for two years. She transferred here sophomore
year from another school district. She´s always had a passion for being
involved with theater since she was young and she´s been in numerous
performing arts productions throughout her lifetime. She loves to read
and write and she also practices karate. She is excited to perform and
be a part of the Sound of Music with this talented cast!

Caleb Van Hook (ROLF)

10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Caleb is wondering if anyone will actually read his bio. With the last
name Van Hook, he will probably be on the last page of the program,
and he knows that there usually is not enough time to read about all the
actors personal history before the show starts, and during intermission,
everyone is going to the bathroom. Caleb thought he should tell you
about himself nevertheless and would like to tell the reader to know that
he has been in numerous productions since he was six, including: Wizard
of Oz (Scarecrow), Newsies (Albert, Featured Dancer), and The Little
Mermaid (Prince Eric). Caleb realized he took too long to get to the
point of his bio and now began to run out of room. Before he ends, he
would like to thank his all the directors, family, friends, and anyone who
reads all the bios; Caleb has a deep respect for you. Glory to God!
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Kensie Van Hook (GRETL)
8TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Kensie Van Hook is a student at Orange County Classical Academy, but
will be attending Sunny Hills in the fall. She has been acting since she
was 4 years old and is very excited to be a part of this! She has really
enjoyed her first "high school" experience and cannot wait to join Sunny
Hills officially next year. Kensie would like to thank the directors for
allowing her to join this production and all those in the cast who have
made her feel welcome. Again, she would like to thank her big brother
for his support, love, and chauffeuring her around. She is deeply grateful
to her parents who in all things support her and make it possible for her
to be a part of what she loves. Most importantly, she would like to thank
God for this opportunity and providing her with the strength to balance
rehearsals and shows and homework and so much more, and still give
her all. Glory to God forever and ever!! She hopes you will sit back, relax,
and enjoy the show!

Abigail Veyna (BRIGITTA)

9TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Aside from being in this special production, Abigail juggles being
President of the American Sign Language Club, singing in Concert
Choir, doing homework (which she hates), attending church, making
music, and spending time with her friends and family! Abby feels very
honored to play Brigitta in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. She would like to thank
her encouraging friends, loving family, and the Lord for always keeping
her centered.

Connor Wooley (KURT)

10TH Grade - FIRST SHHS Theater Production
Connor has never done theater before. This is his first theater production
ever, and he is absolutely honored to be featured in this production with
such an amazing cast. Connor is also involved in the choir program at
Sunny Hills and enjoys singing for others. He loves drawing, baking, and
creating and listening to music in his free time. He is very excited to
perform for you tonight and hopes you enjoy this awesome show!

Lauren Yamane (BARONESS ELBERFELD)

12TH Grade - 2ND SHHS Theater Production
Lauren has been involved in theater for two years at Sunny Hills. She took
part in the Fall Production of Alice last year and enjoyed it very much.
She has a passion for theater and is very excited to perform for you
tonight with this amazing cast!
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CHOIR
SPRING CONCERT
APRIL 6TH, 4:30PM - PAC
VISUAL ARTS
ART SHOW
APRIL 14TH, 6PM – PAC
DANCE
SPRING DANCE CONCERT
APRIL 20TH – 22ND, 7PM - PAC
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
SPRING CONCERT
APRIL 29TH, 5PM - PAC
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SUNNY HILLS HIGH SCHOOL

ADMINISTRATION
Craig Weinreich, Principal
Sarah Murrietta, APIO
Heather Bradley, APSA
Katie Wright, APPS
Pete Karavedas, APSS

Conservatory of Fine Arts (COFA) Staff

Brian Wall, Director/Visual Arts
Whitney Ting, Band
Leiana Volen, Dance
Aaron Duncan-Schwartz, Choir
Vashtty Lemus, Visual Arts
Preetha Mathen, Visual Arts
Maggie Crail, VAPA TOSA

and to the FJUHSD Board

Lauren Klatzker, President
Joanne Fawley
Marilyn Buschi
Vicki Calhoun
Chester Jeng
Jacqueline Woo, Student Board Member