Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!
The Rodgers and Hammerstein show that helped redefine American musical theater, follows farm girl Laurey as she is courted by rival suitors — a cowboy and a farm hand — in 1906.Set on the frontier where love, laughter, and rivalry collide, this timeless favorite features unforgettable songs like Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin, People Will Say We’re in Love, and the title song, Oklahoma. With its spirited romance, lively dancing, and heartwarming story, Oklahoma! is a celebration of community and the American spirit. PG*
Approximate Run Time: 2 Hours and 45 Minutes
*Content Guide: Rated PG. Violence and threats of violence, sexual innuendos and bullying.
We encourage you to use your judgment based on your own research of the show, and your child’s age and maturity level.
DIRECTOR AND CHOREOGRAPHER
Ford Haeuser is thrilled to be back at the Dutch Apple for Oklahoma! Ford is a Choreographer/Director/Performer/Educator based in NYC. His work in theatre/dance takes him all over the world. Some favorite credits: National tour of The Producers, Princess Cruises, Holland America Cruise Lines, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, The Drowsy Chaperone, Anything Goes, and Crazy for You. As a director and choreographer, his work has been seen on stage at Maple’s Rep, Prather Entertainment, Bigfork Summer Playhouse and other locations in productions of Disney’s Newsies, The Addams Family, A Christmas Carol, The Drowsy Chaperone, Oklahoma!, My Fair Lady, Showboat, and The Andrews Brothers. Ford created shows for Legoland NY and Idylwild theme parks in a partnership with RWS Global. He recently was resident director for World Cruise Productions at Princess Cruise Lines and resident choreographer for the National World War II Museum’s Stage Door Canteen in New Orleans, LA. www.fordhaeuser.com
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Connor Rasposa
(Curly) is thrilled to be returning to the Dutch Apple Stage in this production of Oklahoma! Connor is from Pittsburgh, PA but currently based in New York, NY, and has recently been seen as Tully in Jimmy Bufffet's Escape to Margaritaville at the Legacy Theatre in South Atlanta. He was most recently seen at the Dutch Apple as Jim Hardy in Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn. He is thrilled to be a part of this incredible theatre and production team once again and would like to thank his friends and family for their endless support. For Taryn, thank you for waiting it out this last year. I love you always.
Jenna Willet
(Laurey Williams) is so excited to be making her Dutch Apple debut! She is a recent graduate from The Hartt School with her BFA in Music Theatre. Recent credits include Sandra Bloom in Big Fish (Cedar Summerstock), Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls (The Hartt School), A Christmas Carol (Hartford Stage), and Charlotte in Cinderella (Cedar Summerstock). She would like to thank her friends, family, and Ben for their endless love and support!
Cody Howard
(Jud Fry) is elated to make his Dutch Apple debut as Jud in Oklahoma! In the past he has been seen in such roles as Gaston in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, and Officer Lockstock in Urinetown. Cody would like to thank his friends and family for their years of love and support. IG: cody_howard01
Caroline Bowers
(Ado Annie) is ecstatic to bring this character to life and make her Dutch Apple debut! Some of her favorite credits include: Doralee in 9 to 5 (Otterbein University), Kate/Chutney in Legally Blonde (Short North Stage), Ensemble/Adelaide US (The Carnegie), and Fraulein Köst in Cabaret (Otterbein University). She is over the moon to tell this story with her fiercely talented and supportive partner, Roberto, every day. She would also like to thank her mom and dad for believing in her dreams, her village of support back in NYC, and Roberto. Yeehaw!
Roberto Silva-Neto
(Will Parker) Is thrilled to be making his Dutch Apple debut. Favorite credits include Max Van Horn in Tootsie (Arizona Broadway Theater), Jamie Wellerstein in The Last Five Years (Otterbein University), and Romeo in Disney’s Newsies (Pickleville Playhouse). He feels extremely lucky to get the opportunity to play opposite his wonderful and amazingly talented partner Caroline Bowers. He would like to thank his parents, Penny and Jordan, and Caroline. BFA: Otterbein University.
Zachary Ryan
(Al Hakim) Zachary is thrilled to be returning to Dutch Apple after his recent performance in Clue The Musical (Mr. Green), Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn and The Wizard of Oz. Originally from Westerville, Ohio, other regional theatre credits include Footloose (MGM Beau Rivage Resort), Ragtime (Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre), When Calls the Heart (Blue Gate), and Urinetown (Derby Dinner Playhouse). Many thanks to his lovely family for their relentless support. Psalm 33: 3-4 @z.acharymryan
Tricia Corcoran
(Aunt Eller) has enjoyed a long and varied theatrical career. Tricia performed at the Utah Shakespearean Festival and performed in /choreographed the American Association of Community Theatre National AACTFest's award-winning production of Falsettoland, and enjoyed "playing mom" to Jonathan Groff (name drop) in both HONK! and Batboy at nearby EPAC Theatre. Recent Dutch Apple credits: Fiddler on the Roof, The Full Monty, Ragtime, Sister Act, and Elf the Musical. As always, love to Kylie and Quinn.
Victor Legarreta
(Andrew Carnes) has directed and appeared in numerous productions at Dutch Apple. He’s been a professional director for over 30 years and has directed, written and performed in over 150 productions. Select Dutch Apple acting credits: Disney’s Newsies (Pulitzer), Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express (Hercule Poirot), Rock of Ages (Dennis), Annie (Daddy Warbucks). 2017/2018 National Tour: The Wizard of Oz (Lion). Victor is also an accomplished chef. Follow him @therealchefvic on all social platforms.
Jim Johnson
(Ike Skidmore) appeared at Dutch Apple in Little Shop Of Horrors (Mushnik), Fiddler on the Roof (Rabbi), Hairspray (Wilbur Turnblad), and Guys and Dolls (Arvide). Other roles: Gus TheTheatre Cat (CATS) and Herr Shultz (Cabaret). Jim is the founding artistic director at Susquehanna Stage Marietta, PA., where he has directed/produced 60+ plays and musicals. Currently, his best role is playing "Pops" to his grandchildren, Nolan, Parker, and Juliet. Thanks to Lauren and Ford.
Noah Sowalskie
(Cord Elam/Dream Curly/Curly US) is thrilled to be making his Dutch Apple debut! Noah earned his BFA in Musical Theatre from Belmont University. Some regional credits include: Homer Collins in Floyd Collins (Ramsey Theatre Company), Buddy the Elf in Elf The Musical (Cumberland County Playhouse), Bob Wallace in White Christmas (Cumberland County Playhouse), Chuck Baxter in Promises, Promises (Okoboji Summer Theatre), and Davey Jacobs in Disney’s Newsies (Repertory Company Theatre). Keep up with Noah on Instagram @noahsowalskie and visit his website www.noahsowalskie.com Psalm 104:33
Jared Mazeika
(Fred/Ali Hakim US/Ensemble) Born and raised as a Pennsylvania native, Jared is thrilled to be going back to his roots at the Dutch Apple! He was last seen at Dutch Apple almost a year ago in We Will Rock You, and is eager to exchange his leather pants for cowboy boots in Oklahoma! Other credits include Pippin, Pretty Woman, and His Story directed by Jeff Calhoun at the New 42 Studios in Time Square. Jared would like to thank his family, (and dog of course), friends, and mentors who have given him unconditional love and support throughout this journey! @jaredmazeika
Taylor Kathryn Whited
(Gertie Cummings) is so excited to be back on the Dutch Apple stage! Previous credits include Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn (Louise US), Smokey Joe's Cafe (DeLee), Oklahoma! (Gertie Cummings), West Side Story (Graziella), and Crazy for You (Betsy) as well as performing at Walt Disney World and aboard Holland America cruise ships as a singer/dancer. A huge thanks to the family here at the Dutch Apple and to my ever supportive husband. @tourjetay
Natalie Hershman
(Ellen/Dance Captain) Natalie is thrilled to be returning to the Dutch Apple. She was last seen in Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn as Lila Dixson. Previous credits: Million Dollar Quartet, Legally Blonde (Theatre West), Disney's Beauty And The Beast, Grease, Mary Poppins and Footloose (Fireside Dinner Theatre). Thank you to my partner Matt, and my family and friends for their endless love and support!
Hennessy Sheehan
(Kate/Ensemble/Dream Laurey) is thrilled to be making her Dutch Apple debut. Past credits include: A Christmas Carol (Broadway Palm), CATS, Come Fly with Me (Royal Caribbean), Once Upon A Holiday (Disney/Saks on Fifth Ave), and Table of Silence (Buglisi Dance Theatre). She would like to thank her family and friends for their support!
Faith Walh
(Sylvie/Ado Annie US) is a Buffalo, NY native, and is thrilled to be making her Dutch Apple debut! Favorite credits include Grease (Jan), Oklahoma! (Gertie/Dance Captain), Can-Can (Marie) at Woodstock Playhouse, The Addams Family (Flapper/Dance Captain) and The Prom (Ensemble) at Northwestern University. Endless gratitude to the Dutch Apple team, as well as her friends and family for their love and support. Northwestern MT & Dance ‘26! @faithwalh
Harry Sperduto
(Joe/Will US/Dancer) Harry traveled all the way from the great state of New Jersey and is very excited to be making his Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre debut! Harry recently graduated SUNY Cortland earning his BFA in Musical Theatre. This past fall, you might’ve seen him as Danny Zuko in Grease at Suncoast Broadway Dinner Theatre in Florida. Harry would like to thank his family, friends, and Katie for their endless love and support. IG: @harrysperduto
Brody Wurr
(Mike/Male Ensemble) is thrilled to make his Dutch Apple debut in this production of Oklahoma! Brody’s most recent credits include Johnny Cash in Million Dollar Quartet (Arizona Broadway Theater) and Albert/Oscar Delancey in Disney’s Newsies (Arizona Broadway Theatre). Aside from acting, Brody is also an audio engineer and a Wildland Fire Fighter. Thank you to everyone involved in bringing this magical show to life
Joshua Bellamy
(Slim) From Lancaster, PA. International Tour: The Wizard of Oz (Hunk/Scarecrow) National Tour: The Wizard of Oz. Select regional: Little Shop Of Horrors, A Chorus Line, Waitress, The Prom, Kinky Boots, Something Rotten, Disney’s Newsies, CATS, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Rent, West Side Story, Peter Pan. Other credits: Norwegian Cruise Lines, Ogunquit Playhouse, Fulton Theatre, American Music Theatre, Sight & Sound Theatres. Love and thanks to family, friends, and his forever, RayD8!
Andrew Rahm
(Sam/Male Ensemble/Jud US) is thrilled to be back at the Dutch Apple to revisit one of his favorite shows. Some of his favorite credits include Ed Carmichael in You Can't Take it With You, Yukon Cornelius in Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr. The Musical , Horton in Seussical, and Jud Fry in Oklahoma. He believes theater should uplift and inspire, and he hopes that you thoroughly enjoy and support art like this. He would like to thank his friends, family, and Dunkin' Donuts for all their support and coffee (not sponsored [but?]) @andrewrahm9
Cameryn Laird
(Virginia/Laurey US/Ensemble) Cameryn was last seen at Dutch Apple and Broadway Palm as Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof! She is a graduate from the CAP21 Conservatory and based in NYC. Other credits: Charity Hope Valentine in Sweet Charity, Cassie in A Chorus Line, Hermia in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Kiss Me Kate, Anything Goes, All Shook Up, Pippin. Love to fam and Miggy! IG: @camerynlaird
Alex Landry
(Vivian/Female Ensemble) is delighted to make her debut at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Oklahoma! Previous credits include Pretty Woman The Musical and the dance concert “Sarafinas, My Way.” She is also proud to have been an NBA Knicks City Dancer for the New York Knicks. She is endlessly grateful to Mom and Dad for their constant love and encouragement, and sends heartfelt thanks to her fiancé, Chris—the best support system she could ask for. Alex is so excited to share this experience with you. Enjoy the show!