ABOUT THE SHOW
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Buck Creek Players and Director Jim LaMonte are excited to announce their upcoming production of the GOOD PEOPLE, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Lindsay-Abaire's tough and tender play about the insurmountable divide between those who make it and those who don't, and the moral dilemmas both sides face.
Welcome to Southie, a Boston neighborhood where a night on the town means a few rounds of bingo; where this month's paycheck covers last month’s bills; and where Margie Walsh was just let go from yet another job. Facing eviction and scrambling to catch a break, Margie thinks an old fling who made it out of Southie might be her ticket to a fresh start. But, is this apparently self-made man secure enough to face his humble beginnings? Margie is about to risk what little she has left to find out. Buck Creek Players is pleased to continue our 48th season with this live comedy production on our mainstage. Join us for the six live in-person performances at the playhouse starting Saturday, February 5th and running through Sunday, February 13th. The Friday, February 4th show has been cancelled due to inclement weather. |
Presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. (www.dramatists.com)
GOOD PEOPLE was originally commissioned by the Manhattan Theatre Club (Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director; Barry Grove, Executive Producer)
with funds provided by Bank of America and received its world premiere there on February 9, 2011.
GOOD PEOPLE was originally commissioned by the Manhattan Theatre Club (Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director; Barry Grove, Executive Producer)
with funds provided by Bank of America and received its world premiere there on February 9, 2011.
Parental Guidance suggested for adult language and situations. Some material may be inappropriate for children under the age of 13.
PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES
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CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER - Friday, February 4, 2022 at 8:00 PM
Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 8:00 PM Sunday, February 6, 2022 at 2:30 PM |
Friday, February 11, 2022 at 8:00 PM
Saturday, February 12, 2022 at 8:00 PM Sunday, February 13, 2022 at 2:30 PM |
For everyone's safety, patrons are required to wear masks while inside the playhouse and throughout the performance.
CAST OF CHARACTERS
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SETTING
SOUTH BOSTON'S LOWER END
AND CHESTNUT HILL, MASSACHUSSETTS
AND CHESTNUT HILL, MASSACHUSSETTS
ACT ONE
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ACT TWO
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SPECIAL THANKS
COUCH PROVIDED BY:
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CAST BIOGRAPHIES
MOLLY BELLNER
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MOLLY BELLNER (Margaret) is thrilled to be in this, her first production at BCP. Born and raised a Hoosier, Molly recently returned to the area after living the past several years in New England. Some of Molly's most memorable shows include Rita in EDUCATING RITA, Annie in APARTMENT 3A, and Elizabeth Proctor in THE CRUCIBLE. Molly would like to thank Jim for bringing her back on the boards, and Brad, BC, AL, and CJ, in perpetuity, for everything they are. Molly dedicates her work on this production to Daniel.
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JEREMY TUTEROW
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JEREMY TUTEROW (Mike) GOOD PEOPLE marks Jeremy’s Buck Creek Players debut. He has been active in Indianapolis community theater for many years and is very excited to get back to it. Some of his favorite roles include Boolie Wethan in DRIVING MISS DAISY, Charlie Gordon in FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON, and Trip Wyeth in OTHER DESERT CITIES. He has also had the pleasure of directing many local plays around Indianapolis, including all four GREATER TUNA Plays, OUTSIDERS and GREETINGS. During the day he works as a Practice Manager for Adult and Child Health. Aside from Theater, Jeremy enjoys camping and spending time with friends and family. Jeremy would like to thank his husband, family, and friends for their support in his theatrical adventures.
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FRANCIE MITCHANER
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FRANCIE MITCHANER (Jean) is beyond excited to be back on stage working alongside the gifted and talented cast and crew of GOOD PEOPLE. It is hard to say if you will find Francie on or off stage, but you are sure to see her somewhere around the theater; most recently as Producer for BCP's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY. She also served as Assistant Director and Stage Manager for the Buck Creek Players outdoor production of the LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW. Other roles she has played at BCP include Nancy/Ensemble in ROSIE THE RIVETER, Deputy Dot in CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS, and Magenta/Usherette in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW: THE BCP PLAY-A-PART FUNDRAISER. Francie would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encourages the audience to sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
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SUSAN HILL
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SUSAN HILL (Dottie) is excited to be on stage for the first time at Buck Creek Players. She's worked at several community theatres as an actor, set designer and decorator, stage crew, costumer, and assistant director. Some of the favorite roles include The Stage Manager in OUR TOWN, Ethel Thayer in ON GOLDEN POND, Madeline Livingston in THE WOMEN OF LOCKERBIE, and Annie Jump Cannon in SILENT SKY. Her day job is with the Institute for Study Abroad in the Human Resources Department. Offstage, Susan is a mixed-media and beadwork artist, a rabid knitter, and a British murder mystery fan. She would like to thank her husband for his unwavering support.
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JOSH ROOKS
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JOSH ROOKS (Stevie) is excited to return to Buck Creek Players after previously starring as Tommy in ROSIE THE RIVETER. A graduate of IUPUI, Josh has been active in theatre ever since he performed in his first musical in high school and even obtained a minor in theatre. Some of his favorite past roles include Rob in THE BOOK CLUB PLAY, Reuben in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, and Captain Robert Falcon Scott in PETER AND THE STARCATCHER. When not on stage, Josh enjoys playing the guitar, singing, and adding more vinyl records to his collection. Josh would like to thank his friends and family for their constant support and hopes you enjoy the show.
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ALICIA YVETTE SIMS
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ALICIA YVETTE SIMS (Kate) makes her debut with Buck Creek Players but not on the stage. Her artistic journey includes MOTHER KNOWS BEST directed by Nashelle Lynems, I LOVE ME BETTER THAN THAT starring Shirley Murdock, directed by Robin Dalton, SNATCHED directed by Deborah Asante, BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY directed by Jim LaMonte at Arts for Lawrence, and many more! She has also displayed her artistry through directing, playwriting, singing and fine arts throughout Indianapolis and parts of Illinois. Her most recent accomplishment includes publishing her first book, RESILIENT FAITH and relaunching her artist identity, The UnCuT Diamond. When she isn't in the art world, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling. She is excited to be a part of the cast and looks forward to sharing her talent with the audience!
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BRIAN NOFFKE
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BRIAN NOFFKE (Bingo Caller) is an award-winning actor, director, designer, and producer and is beyond excited to be back at BCP and the Indy theatre scene after a long hiatus living in Pennsylvania. Brian was last seen as Farmer Stuyvesant in LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW at the start of the season. Prior to that, Brian would have been last seen as Jack in CHARLEY'S AUNT at BCP's original location. While living in PA, Brian was honored to appear at several local productions including performing as Roger in NOISES OFF, Lion/Zeke in WIZARD OF OZ, Dr. McSharry in THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, Father Flynn in DOUBT, in the Quintet in SWEENEY TODD, and Cheever in THE CRUCIBLE. Some favorite credits include: MAN OF LAMANCHA, HAMLET, A STEADY RAIN, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, TWELFTH NIGHT, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, JEKYLL & HYDE, LES MISERABLES, AVENUE Q, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, FORUM, CAROUSEL, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, TAMING OF THE SHREW, CAMELOT, BEAUTY & THE BEAST, AND ASSASSINS. Thank-you for supporting live theatre. Stay Safe! "To Thine Own Self Be True" William Shakespeare |
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PRODUCTION STAFF
AARON B. BAILEY
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AARON B. BAILEY (Producer & Lighting Design) has been active with theater since 1999. He can most often be found behind the scenes roles including technical directing, technical crew, lighting design & crew, facilities management, and assisting in the box office. Buck Creek Player’s audiences have enjoyed Aaron’s handiwork for the past 22 years, with BANANAS marking his 52nd show for BCP. Aaron has been awarded multiple Encore Awards for set design, technical direction, set decoration, and lighting design. Throughout his involvement with the playhouse, Aaron has served on the Board of Directors, where he is currently the Treasurer. |
JIM LAMONTE
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JIM LAMONTE (Director & Set Design) Jim is delighted to be directing a play again after Indy theaters were darkened for so long due to the pandemic. GOOD PEOPLE marks his Buck Creek Players debut. Jim has directed and acted in Indianapolis community theater productions for over 20 years. He recently directed OTHER DESERT CITIES by Jon Robin Baitz; E. B. White’s CHARLOTTE'S WEB adapted by Joseph Robinette, and BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY by Pearl Cleage. “My appreciation to the good people in the cast; for sharing your talent, dedication and love for telling a story. Thank you and respect to the committed crew and to Producer Aaron Bailey for making me feel at home and inspired. Much love to my family and friends who support my theater adventures, and a huge thank-you to Troy and Mike for sharing your talents and skills. Thank-you Jeremy for always being there when I need you most." |
KARALINE FELLER
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KARALINE FELLER (Dialect Coach) is thrilled to be working with this amazing cast on their Boston dialects! She is an Indiana native and lives and works in Carmel, IN trying to keep the arts alive and thriving through her job at Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre where she is the Digital Platforms Manager and is a Dialect Coach for many theatres in the greater Indianapolis area. Karaline graduated with a BFA in Acting from Ball State University in 2015 and has been seen as a performer in many professional productions around Indy. Karaline is so grateful to Jim, Aaron, and everyone at Buck Creek Players for the opportunity to share such a wonderful story and to keep making art during such an uncertain time.
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MELISSA DEVITO
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MELISSA DEVITO (Costumes & Properties) has been involved at BCP for many years as director, actor, properties, costumer, producer, stage manager...the list goes on and on. Winner of 2 Encore awards and several nominations, she would be hard pressed to name a favorite production she was involved with. When not at the theater, Mel is a respiratory therapist for Home Respiratory Services. She also loves spending time at race tracks drag racing with her husband Rick, camping, and being with her family. Along with her granddaughter Ellie, she welcomed another granddaughter Blake this past summer. Thank you to her husband Rick for putting up with all the time she spends at the theater. |
MATT SPURLOCK
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MATT SPURLOCK (Sound Design) returns for another Buck Creek Players performance behind the scenes with Sound Design. Matt has been seen on stage at BCP in performances of THE MATCHMAKER, THE RAINMAKER, and MAKING GOD LAUGH. Other non-BCP performances include MISSING LINK and CLUE. Matt has designed sound for numerous BCP performances such as PYGMALION, DISASTER: THE MUSICAL, TRAP (Encore winner for Best Sound Design), and FOUR OLD BROADS, among several others over the years. Thanks to Ben Jones for giving me an opportunity to continue doing what I love. A very special thank you to the audience for continuing to support live theatre as we do our best to be creative and bring you live entertainment during these not so ordinary times. |
PRODUCTION CREW
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Light and Sound Board Operation
BRIAN NOFFKE Stage Managers MARY MILLER & ELIZABETH COLLINS Set Construction TROY LAMONTE & MIKE LASLEY Set Painting MIKE HILL, JAMIE MAYHEW, & ABBY DAVIDS-MAYHEW |
Website Management
ROCCO FLORES & AARON BAILEY Production Photographer & Videographer GARY W. NELSON | www.photoGary.net Box Office Management AARON BAILEY & NICKIE CORNETT |
SPECIAL THANKS
TRACY BRUNNER
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SUSAN HILL
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