ABOUT THE SHOW
Our 51st Season and Our 246th Production!
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Buck Creek Players and Director Jeremy Tuterow are thrilled to announce their upcoming production of MISERY by William Goldman, based on the novel by Stephen King
True to life becomes stranger than fiction when an acclaimed romance novelist wakes up in the home of his "number one fan". Rescued from a wintery car crash, Paul Sheldon finds himself incapacitated in the secluded home of Annie Wilkes, a seemingly kind nurse. When events take a nightmarish turn, the injured Paul realizes the unhinged Annie has no intention of letting him leave. This spine-tingling stage adaptation traps you in the room with Paul as he must outsmart Annie if he hopes to escape. Based on Stephen King's best-selling novel, the tense cat-and-mouse game will grip you until the very end. |
Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service. Inc. (www.dramatists.com)
UNDER 17 REQUIRES ACCOMPANYING PARENT OR ADULT GUARDIAN. CONTAINS VIOLENCE AND COARSE LANGUAGE.
Performance Dates & Times
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Friday, March 28, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM |
Friday, April 4, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 7:30 PM Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM |
CAST OF CHARACTERS
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SETTING
Colorado, 1987
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CAST BIOGRAPHIES
LISA BANNING
LISA BANNING (Annie Wilkes) lives in Westfield Indiana. She is a proud wife, mother of 4, and Gigi of 2. She enjoys time with family, traveling, interior design, the arts, and soul searching. She pursued her passion for theater as a major at Ball State University. Lisa last graced the stage during the 1999-2000 season at Muncie Civic Theatre, captivating audiences as Edith in Jake’s Women and as Elsa in The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940. She jumped back into theatre head first late last year, as Stage Manager for “Greetings” at
Basile Westfield Playhouse. Lisa is thrilled to be playing the complex role of Annie Wilkes and wants to extend a heartfelt thanks to her husband, Andy, for all the “read throughs” and encouragement.
Basile Westfield Playhouse. Lisa is thrilled to be playing the complex role of Annie Wilkes and wants to extend a heartfelt thanks to her husband, Andy, for all the “read throughs” and encouragement.
MARK MEYER
MARK MEYER (Paul Sheldon) is returning to the theater after an eight year hiatus. He was last seen at Buck Creek Players as John Wilkes Booth in Assassins. He has been seen around Indianapolis in Zoo Story at Spotlight Players as Peter, 1984 as Winston at Our Town Players, and as Lysander in A Midsommer Night’s Dream at Wayne Township Community Theater. Mark would like to thank Sommer and the girls for being supportive during the show. Sommer I love you and I couldn’t function without you.
AARON BEAL
AARON BEAL (Sheriff Buster) is excited to return to the Buck Creek Players stage as Sheriff Buster in MISERY. Buck Creek holds a special place for Aaron, having performed in productions like WINNIE THE POOH (a long time ago!) and, more recently, VINTAGE HITCHCOCK. In addition to his stage work, Aaron has also appeared in films, including the CELESTIAL MISCONDUCT and BLASTIC series. A long-time Stephen King fan, Aaron is thrilled to be part of bringing this intense and thrilling story to life.
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PRODUCTION STAFF & CREW
JEREMY TUTEROW
JEREMY TUTEROW (Director/Sound Design/Sound Board) has been active in Indianapolis community theater for many years and is very excited to be directing for the first time at Buck Creek Players. Jeremy has directed several shows over the years, most recently Greetings, including VANYA, SONIA, MASHA, AND SPIKE, all 4 GREATER TUNAs and THE OUTSIDERS. Some of his favorite roles include Odel (SORDID LIVES), Mike Dillon (GOOD PEOPLE), Boolie Wethan (DRIVING MISS DAISY), Charlie Gordon (FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON), Trip Wyeth (OTHER DESERT CITIES). During the day he works as a Director of Practice Operations for Adult and Child Health. Aside from Theater, Jeremy enjoys camping and spending time with friends and family. “I would like to thank my husband James, family, and friends for their support in all my theatrical adventures."
JAMES LAMONTE
JAMES LAMONTE (Assistant Director/Light Board)
BEN JONES
BEN JONES (Producer/Lighting Design)
SUSANNE BUSH
SUSANNE BUSH (Set Design/Construction/Decoration) is thrilled to be working on MISERY! Susanne's second home is at the theatre. Some of her favorite shows she's been a part of are A FEW GOOD MEN, NOISES OFF, MORNING AFTER GRACE, and MOON OVER THE BREWERY. She most recently won Encore Awards for her set decoration in INTO THE WOODS, LIZZIE BORDEN, and THE GAME'S AFOOT. Susanne homeschools her two younger children, while her oldest is now off at college. She also loves to run and owns her own clothing resale business. She'd like to thank Jeremy for the opportunity to be part of the team and her amazing helpers Jennifer, Jacob, and Will with help on building and painting! Enjoy the show!
RICK COX
RICK COX (Stage Manager)
Special Thanks
Molly Bellner
Iaan Brandenburg
Jacob Bush
Will Bush
Jennifer Laprees
Brent Woolridge
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
WILLIAM GOLDMAN
WILLIAM GOLDMAN is one of the most influential and successful writers of his generation. Film credits include “Masquerade,” “Harper,” “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “The Stepford Wives,” “All the President’s Men,” “The Princess Bride” (based on his novel of the same name), “Last Action Hero,” “The General’s Daughter,” “Marathon Man” (based on his novel of the same name), and many, many others. He co-wrote two plays with brother James Goldman: BLOOD, SWEAT, AND STANLEY POOLE and A FAMILY AFFAIR. As a novelist, Goldman has penned several American classics including, but not limited to, “Soldier in the Rain” (1960), “Father’s Day” (1971), “Magic” (1976), “The Color of Light” (1984), and “The Silent Gondoliers” (1984). He has also written many articles for acclaimed publications on the topic of screenwriting and several non-fiction books, including “The Season: A Candid Look at Broadway” (1969) and “Adventures in the Screentrade: A Personal View of Hollywood and Screenwriting” (1983). Awards: Academy Award, Writers Guild Award, and British Academy Award, for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, 1969; Academy Award and Writers Guild Award, for "All the President's Men," 1976. Education: Oberlin College, Ohio, B.A. 1952; Columbia University, New York, M.A. 1956.
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