2024 Ku Spring Show Program Final
2024 Ku Spring Show Program Final
2024 Ku Spring Show Program Final
Showcase 2024
May 31 - June 1 Berger Performing Arts Center
Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind
1200 W. Speedway Blvd.
7 p.m. 3 p.m.
(520) 293-1225
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To Our Audience
Welcome to Talent Showcase 2024! We look forward to sharing this showcase
with you every year. It is the culmination of an entire season of hard work by our
teachers and their students. Our dance teachers pick all their own music and
create their own vision for every number, and it is our job to bring all that they
imagine to life.
As always, our Performing group Teachers have challenged each class to be their
very best. Junior Company is presenting music from Encanto. They have worked
so hard on this very challenging music, and we know they are so excited to share
it with you. Our Shining class will also present “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”
- so much fun! Jr Performing Class presents “Honk”.
Senior company brings you, Thirteen, Knights of the Round Table, Dreamgirls and
Blues Brothers. Our Performing group members join forces with a great opener
“Top of the World” for your enjoyment.
Our Vocal ensemble classes will sing some of the hardest music we’ve ever
performed on the KU stage, including “Take Me Home”. This was a number that
never saw the big stage due to Covid, and we are thrilled to sing it now. #kustrong
I could go on and on about all the wonders that are this Showcase, but you will
see for yourself.
We would like to thank you for being here today and supporting KU Studios home
of Kids Unlimited. We wouldn’t be here without the continued support of the
Tucson Community .
We hope to see you throughout the 2024-2025 season at our “small” shows
throughout our community, and right back here at Berger November 8 th and 9 th
for our Fall Production (you’re going to love it) and May 30 th and May 31st , 2025
for our annual Talent Showcase!
Thank you for supporting KU and live theater in Tucson.
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Kids Unlimited Directors
Carol Sottosanti was taught the fundamentals of
singing from her father, an opera singer, who taught
her a variety of music. She sang throughout school in
choirs and trios. As a featured soloist, she received a full
scholarship to the U of A in Vocal performance. Taking
time to raise a family, music remained an important part
of Carol’s life and came out in all her children. Unable to
find a program that allowed young performers to gain
stage experience, she put small shows together with
several other moms. It was then that Kids Unlimited was
born. The name came from the belief that “Kids” can
do anything. That was in 1986, and Carol is still the full
time Artistic Director, overseeing all the programs at KU
Studios, (with help from our very talented staff) .
Within the last decade she added the Ensemble program to KU; the goal being
to find the connection to the music. There are now 4 levels of Ensemble, with
the Advanced Elite Ensemble singing in 4 parts. It is the highlight of her teaching
every week. She is also a hardworking vocal coach and teacher who specializes in
working with children and teens.
For her work with Kids Unlimited, Carol’s awards are many, two of which Include
the prestigious “Lumie” given by the Tucson Pima Arts Council and “Ordinary
women Doing Extraordinary things” from the Eller Business College. Most
recently, she received an award for “Making Children’s Lives Better.” She would
tell you the greatest reward, after being part of Kids Unlimited, is the confidence
children and teens come away with and the lifelong friendships they make. Carol
and Vince raised seven successful children, sixteen beautiful grandchildren, five
of which are currently in KU. What a blessing to see them almost daily grow
and flourish in this wonderful world of music.She feels truly blessed to have
the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young performers, while
continuing her own passion in music, and still believes the best is yet to come!
Musicians do NOT retire!
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Kids Unlimited Directors
Jennie Marshall
(Vince & Carol’s daughter)
A founding member and Director/Resident Choreographer of
Kids Unlimited
Director of Kids Unlimited Arkansas
Vocalist, Dancer, Actress, and Mentor
Over 37 Years in theatre and film, Jennie a Tucson native, is
happy to return to the beautiful city! A SALOC alum, credits
of regional and Broadway touring shows Jennie’s standout
favorite includes the national tour with original cast members
of Saturday Night fever as Stephanie Mangano. Other favorite
roles are Betty Rogers in Will Roger’s follies, Dorothy in Wizard of Oz, Chava in Fiddler on
the Roof! Luisa in The Fantasticks a film adaptation with Joey McIntire and Joel Grey, and
most recently joining the Saguaro City’s cast of Matilda!
Jennie has toured the 7 seas, performed as a Production Vocalist for RCCL, Princess
Cruises, Regent Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines, show bands throughout the Holland
America fleet Including backing vocals for the composer singer songwriter Mr. Paul
Williams.
Jennie is a founding member and co-director/resident choreographer at KU Studios and
is thrilled to work with Sr Company this season and stepping back into the classroom. KU
cast and staff Break a leg!
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Kids Unlimited Directors
Voice Instructors/Mentors
Prelude ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Carol Sottosanti, Jaela Quijada
Intermezzo ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Carol Sottosanti, Keagin Obregon
Molto Allegro ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Carol Sottosanti, Michelle Ahern
Bel Canto �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Carol Sottosanti, Michelle Ahern
Dance Instructors
Kinzie Schoof ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Green/Blue Ballet, Green/Blue
Ballet Tech, Pre-Pointe, Pointe,
Purple Ballet
Grace Clare ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Beg. Jazz, Mini’s Combo, Beg. Tap,
Int Tap
Maya Lamoreaux ���������������������������������������������������������������������� Hip Hop
Jessica Lumm ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Adv Jazz, Adv Lyrical
Kaitlyn Smith ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Pink Ballet, Int/Adv Lyrical, Int/Adv
Jazz, Orange Ballet, Int Jazz
Bailey Evans ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Adv. Tap, Fitness/Conditioning
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Kids Unlimited Teachers
Helen Ahern started performing with KU in 2014 at
seven years old. Her favorite thing about KU is the
lifelong friendships and the confidence she gained. She
began mentor teaching in 2018 and continues to teach
performing classes. Helen performed her last show with
KU in 2022 when she graduated from Ironwood Ridge
High School. She is currently pursuing an Elementary
Education degree at the University of Arizona.
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Kids Unlimited Teachers
Jessica Lumm is a recent graduate of the University
of Arizona with a major in biology. She has recently
started her masters degree at the University of Arizona
in science secondary education. She began performing
at the age of 4 with Kids Unlimited. She now teaches
dance and performing classes at KU. Jessica has loved
being a part of Tucson local theater where she was dance
captain in Arizona Onstage Productions’ performance
of The Producers and she was assistant choreographer
in SAPAC’s performance of Hot Mikado. She also works
as a boxing instructor at Boxing Fit University and loves
finding new ways to stay active. Jessica has been thrilled to be a part of this
KU presentation and is excited to be a part of how KU continues to inspire its
students for the upcoming semesters!
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Kids Unlimited Teachers
Break a Leg...
Safiya- Safiya, we love you & are proud of you! Good luck! Love, Mom, Dad,
Mema, Papa, Ginger, Ms. Snow, Katelyn, Sylvia, Sierra, Mrs. Beachy, and
Meghann.
Sparkling - Sparkling! You are all the miracle we’ve been waiting on. We can’t
wait to see you on top of the world tonight! Ms. Taya and Ms. Melodie
Starlight - Starlight, you have worked so hard and we are so proud. You have all
done your homework and we can’t wait to show off the brand new you! Break a
leg! Love Ms. Jessica, Ms. Taya and Ms. Keagin
Mini’s Combo- Show off your wings my little Butterflies! Good Luck! Love Ms.
Grace
Beginning Jazz- Keep up the energy! Twist and Shout! Love Ms. Grace
Beginning Tap- Break a leg! I’m so proud of you girls. Keep “Walking on
Sunshine”! Love Ms. Grace
Intermediate Tap- Very proud of you girls for stepping out of your comfort and
challenging your acting skills. Smile big! Love Ms. Grace
Advance Tap- I am so proud of the technique you have built this semester. You
have worked so hard & it shows.Just remember, loose ankles & pliIé! Love you! -
Bailey
K*- Wow, wow, wow! You all have really advanced this semester. I am consistently
blown away by your talent every week. Thank you for trusting me to teach you.
Love every single one of you. Remember, Straight Liiiiines! - Bailey
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Break a Leg...
Shining- Good luck Charlie Brown!We are so proud of all your hard work Shining!
Love Miss Helen, Melodie, and Brittni!
Jr. Company Performing Class- Jr. Company Performing Class! We can’t wait to
see all of your hard work on stage! You are all amazing! We can’t wait to see you
in your numbers, Warts and all! Love, Ms. Jaya and Ms. Helen
Prelude - We have enjoyed watching you become the “Best of Friends”! Have a
great show! Love, Ms. Carol and Miss Jaela.
Intermezzo - You have been Raining Sunshine all semester, we are so proud of
you and can’t wait to see you shine onstage! Love, Ms. Carol and Miss Keagin.
Twinkling- Twinkling! We are so proud of our family madrigal! You guys have
done an amazing job this semester! Make sure you perform like you’re on top of
the world! Love, Ms. Jaela and Ms. Jessica
K*- Kstar! It has been such a pleasure teaching you this semester! You all make
me fall in love with teaching each and every rehearsal. From the process to the
product, you guys have done amazing work and I can’t wait to watch you guys on
the big stage! You are all my DREAM students! Love you all, Jessica
Kaitlyn’s Dance Classes- I am so incredibly proud of each and everyone of my
dance students. Enjoy every last second of being on that stage. Break a leg! -
Katie!
Parents- To my lovely parents! You have worked so hard these past couple
months. It has been a joy to get to know the adults behind the amazing kids! I
know you are going to rock the socks off of this number. Don’t forget to smile ;) -
Bailey
Ameline & Callina- Good luck Ameline & Callina! Mom & Dad
To my amazing Ballet students, thank you so much for all your hard work this
semester! To Purple Ballet, thank you for your dedication, focus, and most of all
for the fun I have had with you all! To Green/Blue Ballet, I thank you all for the
contributions you have made to the number, your collaboration, creativity, and
heart made this number special! Break a leg everyone! -Kinzie
FIR ST WE E AT.COM
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Let Us Entertain You
As a member of KU, our performers have the opportunity to perform in all of
our “small shows''. Community service is a large part of the KU experience, with
performances for the Salvation Army Thanksgiving & Christmas dinners, Casa
de Los Ninos Family Fiesta, TORCH, nursing homes and community centers
throughout the Tucson area.
Upcoming Shows
(schedule subject to change)
Kids Unlimited is excited to perform at your next event! While our large
productions showcase growth and progress throughout the semester,
our community shows, or small shows, allow students to demonstrate
professionalism, practice teamwork, and of course, entertain for the community!
Kids Unlimited began as a small performing group and has evolved into the
performing arts school it is today. Small shows are the heart of KU, and it’s up
to our students, and parents, to help ensure that heart keeps beating. We invite
parents to sign students up for as many small shows as possible. We can’t book
small shows without you!
Please contact our Community Outreach Director, Carissa Corona at
kidsunlimitedbookings@gmail.com if you are interested in having KU perform
at your next event!
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Scholarships
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Scholarships
J.J.
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KU Mentors Matter
Everyone knows at Kids Unlimited we strive
to teach young people how to sing and dance.
What we are most proud of is our Advanced
Performers and KU Alumni mentoring our
young performers. Sparkling, Twinkling,
Shining, Starlight and K* are always taught by
people who have grown up in the program.
As they grow into adulthood, they choose to
stay involved with KU. They understand our
philosophy from the inside out and pass that
knowledge on to others. To keep the cycle going and to become a part of this
built-in “mentor” program, start today by helping a younger or less experienced
KU member or introduce yourself to our new members and their families. You are
the example they will follow just as you have followed those before you.
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K-Star Cast
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High School Grads
Aniya Greeson- Aniya Greeson graduated from Flowing Wells High School
and will be attending Colgate University in the fall. She will move to Hamilton,
New York in August. She will continue her journey in fine arts and study theater
and performing arts at Colgate. After earning her bachelor’s degree, she hopes
to further her study at a school dedicated to fine arts. She will always love and
appreciate KU for opening her eyes to the world of performing arts. It’s her goal
to pursue this dream and it wouldn’t have been possible without the love and
support from the KU family.
Keyanee Walls- graduated from Catalina Foothills High School and will be
attending Arizona State University, studying Journalism at the Walter Cronkite
School of Journalism and Mass Communications in Downtown Phoenix. In the
future, Keyanee hopes to attain a masters degree and further her education in
writing while pursuing interests in activism, film, and the dramatic arts. She looks
back on the past seven years with Kids Unlimited with extreme gratitude. The
friendships and family that Keyanee has found within the program have greatly
impacted her life, and she will miss the incredible community she has found there!
Farewell
Aniya Greeson- 3 years - Though you did not grow up in KU, we couldn’t be
more grateful you found us three years ago. You are one of the most positive
teenagers we’ve ever had and I know each and every one of your classmates will
miss your sense of humor and great attitude. Colgate University (Theater and
Performing Arts department) is so lucky to have you. We can’t wait to see what
the future holds for you! We will miss you!
Keyanee Walls- 7 years – You are one busy girl! And here you are! We are so
glad you were able to share your Senior year with us. We have loved every year
we have had you in KU. It has been our honor to watch you grow up into the
wonderful young lady before us today. We know you will use your amazing talent
as you study journalism at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at ASU! You
have a bright future ahead of you, and we can’t wait to see all that we know you
will accomplish. You will be missed!
Recent KU Graduates!!
Kayla Tilicki – Received her master’s from the University of Arizona in Speech
Language and Hearing Sciences. She will begin working as a Speech Language
Pathologist at Dymond Speech and Rehab, private practice in Sanford NC.
Alexa D’Agnese - Graduated from the University of Arizona Cum Laude with a
double major, Business Management and Entrepreneurship.
Reagan Landis - Graduated from USC with a degree in Psychology and she will
now continue to Grad School in Occupational Therapy.
Aiden Obregon – Received his associate’s in music with an emphasis in Piano
from Pima Community College, next he will be transferring to the University of
Arizona to study Performance Piano and Education.
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Spring 2024 Cast
Josie Acosta ���������������������������������������Starlight, Bel Canto Ensemble, Int/Adv Jazz, Purple Ballet,
Int/Adv Lyrical
Adele Ahern ���������������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Molto Allegro, Adv Tap, Adv. Jazz,
Adv. Lyrical
Ameline Ammirati ���������������������������Starlight
Callina Ammirati �������������������������������Shining
Murphey Anderson �������������������������Twinkling, Prelude Ensemble
Lotus Beck �������������������������������������������Int Tap, Starlight, Intermezzo Ensemble, Int/Adv Jazz
Emmalee Bush �����������������������������������Jr. Company Performing Group, Shining
Rylee Bush �������������������������������������������Starlight, Int/Adv Jazz, Bel Canto Ensemble
Lucy Cable �������������������������������������������Starlight, Bel Canto Ensemble, Int/Adv Lyrical, Int/Adv Jazz,
Purple Ballet, Molto Allegro
Penny Cable ���������������������������������������Jr. Company Performing Group, Intermezzo Ensemble, Int
Tap, Int Jazz, Orange Ballet, Shining
Abigail “Abby” Cruce ���������������������Orange Ballet, Int Jazz
Molly Cruce �����������������������������������������Shining, Orange Ballet, Int Jazz, Jr. Company Performing
Group, Int Tap
Mackenzie Danforth �����������������������Starlight
Elizabeth DeWitt �����������������������������Bel Canto Ensemble, K*, Molto Allegro, Adv. Jazz, Adv.
Lyrical, Adv. Tap, Green/Blue Ballet
Aniya Greeson ���������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Adv. Jazz, Adv. Lyrical, Green/
Blue Ballet, Green/Blue Ballet Tech, Pre Pointe, Fitness/
Conditioning, Pointe
Keira Groleau �������������������������������������Sparkling
Julian Gutierrez-Ahumada �����������Molto Allegro, Adv Tap, Int/Adv Jazz, Purple Ballet, K*
Lilly Haase �������������������������������������������Jr. Company Performing Group, Shining
Anya Hansen �������������������������������������Shining , Hip Hop , Jr. Company Performing Group, Orange
Ballet
Adilene Hinojosa �����������������������������Sparkling
Eliyanah Joffe �������������������������������������Sparkling, Mini’s Combo
Melodie Jones �����������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Molto Allegro, Adv. Jazz, Green/Blue
Ballet Tech, Adv. Lyrical, Hip Hop , Fitness/Conditioning
Darcy Lamoreaux ���������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble
Maya Lamoreaux �����������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Pre Pointe, Green/Blue Ballet,
Green/Blue Ballet Tech, Pointe
Jude Leon ���������������������������������������������Int Jazz, Orange Ballet
Madison Li �������������������������������������������Beg. Jazz
Tesla Martinez �����������������������������������Twinkling, Beg Jazz
Caroline Montgomery �������������������Int Tap, Int Jazz, Starlight, Orange Ballet, Intermezzo
Ensemble
Jaelyn Montgomery �������������������������Beg Tap, Sparkling
Brinnley Murillo ���������������������������������Intermezzo Ensemble, Int Tap, Int Jazz, Orange Ballet,
Starlight
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Spring 2024 Cast
Sienna Murillo �����������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Green/Blue Ballet, Molto Allegro,
Adv. Lyrical, Adv. Jazz, Adv Tap, Fitness/Conditioning
Morgan Navarro �������������������������������Mini’s Combo
Yemaryam (Yemi) Nery �����������������Twinkling
Alaina Newman ���������������������������������Bel Canto Ensemble
Everly O’Shea �������������������������������������Beg Tap, Twinkling, Pink Ballet, Prelude Ensemble
Keagin Obregon �������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Molto Allegro, Adv Tap, Adv. Jazz,
Adv. Lyrical, Fitness/Conditioning, Green/Blue Ballet
Ayla Olivas �������������������������������������������Bel Canto Ensemble, Int/Adv Jazz, Adv Tap, K*, Purple Ballet
Isla Overton ���������������������������������������Pink Ballet
Zeyah (Zey) Papin ���������������������������Twinkling, Beg Jazz
Jaela Quijada �������������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Molto Allegro, Adv. Jazz, Green/
Blue Ballet, Green/Blue Ballet Tech, Pre Pointe, Adv. Lyrical,
Fitness/Conditioning, Pointe
Charlotte Ranney �����������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Adv. Lyrical, Adv. Jazz, Adv Tap,
Molto Allegro
Scarlett Redmon ������������������������������Mini’s Combo
Bridget Regan �����������������������������������Int Tap, Int Jazz, Shining , Jr. Company Performing Group
Bella Rivera �����������������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble
June Roberts ��������������������������������������Sparkling
Jaya Rodriguez ���������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Molto Allegro, Green/Blue Ballet
Tech, Adv. Jazz, Hip Hop , Fitness/Conditioning, Adv. Lyrical
Caroline Schwartz ���������������������������Shining
Brynslee Smith ���������������������������������Shining, Jr. Company Performing Group, Orange Ballet, Int.
Jazz, Intermezzo Ensemble, Int. Tap, Hip Hop
Gemma Sottosanti ��������������������������Jr. Company Performing Group, Intermezzo Ensemble, Int
Tap, Int Jazz, Orange Ballet, Hip Hop , Shining
Giada Sottosanti �����������������������������Starlight, Int Tap, Purple Ballet, Int/Adv Jazz, Int/Adv Lyrical,
Hip Hop , Intermezzo Ensemble
Gina Sottosanti ���������������������������������Twinkling, Pink Ballet, Prelude Ensemble, Beg Tap, Beg Jazz
Azralyhnn Stapleton �����������������������Pink Ballet
Sloane Taylor �������������������������������������Twinkling, Prelude Ensemble, Beg Tap, Pink Ballet
Olive Telles �����������������������������������������Bel Canto Ensemble, K*, Molto Allegro, Adv Tap, Green/Blue
Ballet Tech, Fitness/Conditioning, Adv. Jazz
Lyanna Tenebro �������������������������������Sparkling
Brooklyn Thurein �����������������������������Shining, Jr. Company Performing Group, Int Jazz, Orange
Ballet, Hip Hop , Intermezzo Ensemble
Giavanna Urias ���������������������������������K*, Bel Canto Ensemble, Molto Allegro, Adv. Jazz, Adv. Lyrical
Keyanee Walls �����������������������������������Bel Canto Ensemble, K*, Adv. Jazz, Adv. Lyrical
Safiya Waterman �����������������������������Intermezzo Ensemble, Starlight, Purple Ballet, Int/Adv Jazz,
Int/Adv Lyrical
Marina Zaky ���������������������������������������Orange Ballet, Int Jazz, Hip Hop , Jr. Company Performing
Group, Shining
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Talent Showcase 2024
Act I
Fairytale �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������Pink Ballet
Pink Panther Theme ���������������������������������������������������������Orange Ballet
Anti-Hero �������������������������������������������������������������������������������Purple Ballet
Choreography by: Shannon Bedortha, Kinzie Schoof, Jessica Lumm
Merry-Go-Around of Life �������������������������������������������������Green/Blue Ballet
Choreography by: Shannon Bedortha, Kinzie Schoof, Jessica Lumm
Special Presentation
Top of the World �������������������������������������������������������������������Full Company
Choreography by: Jennie Marshall
Featuring: Julian Gutierrez-Ahumada, Sienna Murillo, Darcy Lamoreaux, Elizabeth DeWitt
Take me Home ���������������������������������������������������������������������Bel Canto
Choreography by: Keagin Obregon
In My Life ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������Molto Allegro
Featuring: Giavanna Urias, Melodie Jones
Raining Sunshine ���������������������������������������������������������������Intermezzo Ensemble
Featuring: Safiya Waterman, Gemma Sottosanti
Best of Friends ���������������������������������������������������������������������Prelude Ensemble
Featuring: Murphey Anderson
You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown �����������������������������Shining
Featuring: Penny Cable, Brynslee Smith, Emmalee Bush, Lilly Haase, Brynslee Smith,
Emmalee Bush, Penny Cable
Knights of the Round Table �������������������������������������������Senior Company
Choreography by: Jennie Marshall, Bailey Evans | Featuring: Giavanna Urias
Twist & Shout �������������������������������������������������������������������������Beg Jazz
Perfect Day ����������������������������������������������������������������������������Int Jazz
Featuring: Caroline Montgomery
Sharp Dressed Man �����������������������������������������������������������Int/Adv Jazz
Farewell Performance (“Farewell”) ���������������������������Aniya Greeson
That’s Right ���������������������������������������������������������������������������Hip Hop
Butterfly Medley �����������������������������������������������������������������Mini’s Combo
Walking On Sunshine �������������������������������������������������������Beg Tap
I’m a Lady �������������������������������������������������������������������������������Int Tap
The Blues Brothers �������������������������������������������������������������KStar
Choreography by: Kevin Brackett, Staged By: Kelli Workman
Featuring: Sienna Murillo, Elizabeth DeWitt, Melodie Jones, Jaya Rodriguez
Music from Encanto
The Family Madrigal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twinkling
Featuring: Sloane Taylor
Waiting on a Miracle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sparkling
We Don’t Talk about Bruno . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Company
Featuring: Marina Zaky, Anya Hansen
Bows
Colombia Mi Encanto �������������������������������������������������������Junior Company & Teachers
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Act II
World of Wonderland
Drink Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Small Group
Choreography by: Jessica Lumm
Welcome to Mystery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bel Canto
Choreography by: Jessica Lumm | Featuring: Lucy Cable
Mad Tea Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intermezzo & Molto Allegro
Choreography by: Jessica Lumm & Keagin Obregon
Featuring: Julian Gutierrez-Ahumada, Lucy Cable
The Mad Hatter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Molto Allegro
Choreography by: Keagin Obregon | Featuring: Adele Ahern, Jaela Quijada, Sienna Murillo
Farewell Performance (“I’ll Be Seeing You”) �����������Keyanee Walls
I Have a Voice �������������������������������������������������������������������������Intermezzo Ensemble & Prelude
Ensemble
Featuring: Brynslee Smith, Brinnley Murillo (Friday), Gigi Sottosanti, Lotus Beck (Saturday)
Cinnamon Girl �����������������������������������������������������������������������Adv Tap
Featuring: Charlotte Ranney
Lost Boy �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������Int/Adv Lyrical
Good People �������������������������������������������������������������������������Adv Lyrical
Mr. Roboto �����������������������������������������������������������������������������Parent Number
Hit the Road Jack ����������������������������������������������������������������Adv Jazz
13 The Musical ��������������������������������������������������������������������� Starlight
Featuring: Josie Acosta, Gigi Sottosanti, Lucy Cable, Julian Gutierrez-Ahumada, Rylee Bush
Honk �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������Jr Co Performing Class
Featuring: Brooklyn Thurein, Emmalee Bush
Music from Waitress �����������������������������������������������������������Bel Canto Ensemble
Choreography by: Jessica Lumm, Bailey Evans
Featuring: Keyanee Walls, Jaela Quijada (Friday), Charlotte Ranney, Maya Lamoreaux (Saturday),
Olive Telles, Elizabeth DeWitt, Sienna Murillo
Excerpts from Side Show �������������������������������������������������Jennie Marshall, Kelli Workman
Dream Girls ���������������������������������������������������������������������������KStar
Choreography by: Jennie Marshall, Kelli Workman, Bailey Evans & Jessica Lumm
Featuring: Ayla Olivas, Aniya Greeson, Julian Gutierrez-Ahumada, Jaela Quijada,
Keyanee Walls, Darcy Lamoreaux, Maya Lamoreaux, Sienna Murillo, Keagin Obregon,
Elizabeth DeWitt, Jaya Rodriguez, Olive Telles, Adele Ahern, Melodie Jones, Charlotte Ranney
Bows
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Always Remembering
Shannan Marty
04/19/1958-06/25/2021
Shannan was a dear family friend and a fantastic KU Mom to
her son, alum, Wyatt Pendleton. Always helping KU with the boy
costuming, endless ideas for fundraising, planning our Cruise
tours, and most importantly our beautiful studio.
She spent more than 18 months researching locations, in an
effort to find the right spot for us. Once she negotiated and handled the legal
arrangements, she oversaw the inside of the building. Always a stickler for finding
the best deal, she took me (Carol) to IKEA and we loaded up all the things you
currently see in our studio to build it out just right.
We lost her after her valiant battle with brain cancer. We will always be grateful
to her for loving KU and our family the way she did. Shannan spent her life
giving back to the community that she loved so deeply and her passion for
environmental conservation. A huge thank you to her family, husband Chris, sons
JW & Wyatt for sharing her with us.
What I wouldn’t give for one of her amazing hugs!
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I am extremely grateful for all the support we have had from our very important extended KU fami-
ly, the Kids Unlimited Volunteers; Who have donated their time, gone over and above and been
there to answer our call, to help us grow and succeed through the year. Our Volunteer Coordinators
who work countless hours making sure we always move forward. My staff, and Mentor teachers
who are always providing valuable feedback and help maintain our Student First Focus, all the while
supporting those new incoming Families. Lastly, all those who jump into action to help us make sure
our Spring production is a huge success. I Couldn’t Do it without ALL of YOU!
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Carol ’s Family Acknowledgements
It occurred to me today that having started KU in 1986, we are actually in our 38th
year. WOW! I can’t believe it sometimes. It is because of my family that I am still at
the helm, living my best life. They have supported me, helped me, forgiven me (for
all my KU priorities), listened to all of my concerns, and always told me I COULD
DO IT!
Jennie- thank you for making time to do our opening number. I just love it. You
always believe that our kids are capable beyond their years, and you are right. We
will have a great number for small shows, once this show is over. The kids love it!
And it’s wonderful seeing Dreamgirls and Knights of the Round Table again. I’m
so glad you could work with K* on Dreamgirls. Of course, I am so excited to hear
you and your sister sing from Sideshow. It’s been a long time.
Kelli- you’re here! Thank you for always being here for all of us. Your ongoing
guidance for our Senior company teachers and me is invaluable. You always listen
and calmly give your thoughts. That, in and of itself, is a gift. Well, another K* class
is giving us Blues Brothers. It’s amazing how many of our students have looked
forward to performing this number. I appreciate that you come here, knowing you
will help with all the little things that come up, as we take our show to the stage.
And thank you for encouraging us to Run the show at KU! We are so glad we did,
and are so excited about the show.
Once again, I’d like to recognize Giada, Gemma and Gina Sottosanti and Lucy and
Penny Cable for another year at KU ! I can’t believe how much each one of you
has grown this season. I’m so proud of you.
Thank you to my sons for caring about me, and understanding this life I’ve chosen.
It means the world to me.
And finally, to my husband Vince! You are a Rockstar! Open heart surgery didn’t
stop you! Here you are making sure KU runs smoothly. Your devotion to our KU
performers and their families is amazing. We would not be here without all of your
efforts.
To all of my family and extended family , You all give me strength and love and I
love you all.
Enjoy the show, this one is so special! It might have something to do with my love
of “Wonderland”!
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Special thanks from Shari and Carol -
Costuming!
We do most of the costume searching online and take great pride in making sure
all your kids look as good as they can. To accomplish this, we need a team, and
we know that KU would not look as good as we do without our amazing team.
This semester always challenges us because of the dance classes, and we have
worked hard to accomplish it! Of course, we thank Jane, our seamstress, for
always helping us with the tough stuff and driving back and forth from Green
Valley. We appreciate you.
We’d like to thank JJ for working so hard pulling costumes out and putting them
away, getting us organized to be ready for this big show. It’s such an important
job, but not always the most fun. You went above and beyond this show!
Gina, we appreciate you jumping in and helping with making our Encanto Belts
and getting them fitted and helping JJ organize, every little bit helps the process,
and we could not have done it without you. Thanks for the Churros!
Finally, we’d like to thank Tamera for all the things you’ve done for this show. We
appreciate you coming in and helping with our hats with Wonderland, they look
fantastic! We cannot wait to see your magic with Wonderland props. On a side
note thank you for our Poster Promo, senior company has been having a BLAST!
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Maya & Darcy
Love,
Mom & Dad
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Eliyanah Joffe
You are so kind and loving. You
radiate joy and light in everything
you do. We're so proud of your
many accomplishments and
willingness to try anything.
We love you,
Mom & Dad
Sparklers
You Sparkle!
Special thanks to
Miss Melodie and Ms. Taya!
Jaelyn, Liana, Keira, Eliyanah, June and Adi
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Julian
Words cannot express
how proud we are
of everything
you have accomplished
both on and off stage.
You have gown into an
amazing performer!
Have a GREAT show,
and break a Leg!
Love,
Mama, Daddy, & Aidan
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Believe in yourself and follow your dreams.
Work hard and remember to
always have fun!
Love you!
Nana Grace & Tata Pete
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Kids Unlimited Staff
Director ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Carol Sottosanti
Managing Director, Co-Director �������������������������������������� Kelli Workman
KU Arkansas Director ������������������������������������������������������������ Jennie Marshall-Wright
Asst to the Director/Teaching Program Mentor �������� Bailey Evans
Business Manager ������������������������������������������������������������������ Lisa Holtorf
Technical Director/Sound ���������������������������������������������������� Damian Lumm
Musical Track Production ���������������������������������������������������� Josh Lamoreaux
Producers ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Vince & Carol Sottosanti
Theater Manager/Tickets/Merchandise ���������������������� Tamera Potter
Sound Design ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� Bob DelGrego, Damian Lumm
Sound ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Marty Urias
Lighting Design ������������������������������������������������������������������������ Carey Jones
Assistant Lighting ������������������������������������������������������������������ Staff
Spot Lighting ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� Staff
Stage Manager �������������������������������������������������������������������������� Christy Watson
Stage Left Manager ���������������������������������������������������������������� Olivia Potter
Backstage Team Leader �������������������������������������������������������� Michele Ahern, Gina Telles,
Head Seamstress ���������������������������������������������������������������������� Jane Cable
Tech Backstage �������������������������������������������������������������������������� Staff
Costuming letters �������������������������������������������������������������������� Shari Obregon
Prop Mistress ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Tamera Potter
Set Design ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Tamera Potter and Staff
Show Organizer ������������������������������������������������������������������������ Shari Obregon
Theatre Lobby ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� Tamera Potter
Theatre Snack Bar �������������������������������������������������������������������� Jessica (JJ) Sturdevevant, Joey
Ahumada, Angie & David Greeson,
Al Rivera, Roxan Olivas
Raffle/Silent Auction Coordinator ������������������������������������ Katherine Pestonjee
Small Show Bookings ������������������������������������������������������������ Carissa Corona
Head of Costuming ���������������������������������������������������������������� Shari Obregon
Costuming ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Carol Sottosanti, Jane Cable,
Jessica (JJ) Sturdevevant, Gina
Telles, Tamera Potter, Michelle
Ahern
Musical & Vocal Direction ���������������������������������������������������� Carol Sottosanti, Josh Lamoreaux,
Michelle Ahern
Video Production �������������������������������������������������������������������� Vince Sottosanti, Vince Sottosanti
Jr.
Photographers ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� Kaitlyn Smith, Britnee Cable
Program ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Josh Lamoreaux
Staff Food ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Mat Cable/Fresco’s Pizzeria, First
We Eat Catering
Reception/Office ���������������������������������������������������������������������� Amy Jenks, Shari Obregon
Small Show Support/Sound ������������������������������������������������ Marty Urias, Robert Clare, Damian
Lumm, Bryan Acosta, Joey
Ahumada
Advertising/Collateral Design �������������������������������������������� Josh Lamoreaux
Webmaster ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Vince Sottosanti, assistant Tamera
Potter
Fundraising ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Tamera Potter, Carissa Corona
Facebook �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� KU staff
Instagram �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Carissa Corona
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