ABOUT THE SHOW
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Buck Creek Players and Director Ben Jones are excited to announce their upcoming outdoors production of the LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW adapted by Vera Morris.
It begins when Ichabod Crane, a slightly goofy schoolmaster, comes to the farming community of Sleepy Hollow with all his worldly possessions. He's looking for a good life and a wealthy wife who will supply it. Once he sets eyes on the local beauty, Katrina Van Tassel, he's sure his dream will come true. Unhappily for Ichabod, Katrina has a boyfriend who's extremely jealous... the boisterous Brom Bones. To complicate matters, the graveyard is haunted by a small army of restless spirits, including the most famous phantom of all, the Headless Horseman. At a party, Ichabod proposes marriage to Katrina, but is booted out by Brom and forced to make his way home through a terrible storm. In the dark, there's something shadowy and towering intent on taking Ichabod's life - the Headless Horseman! Poor Ichabod has to outrun the galloping phantom! Does he? No one knows for sure because the schoolmaster is never seen again. Buck Creek Players is pleased to kick off our 48th season with this live outdoors and streaming event. Join us for the live outdoors performances on Saturday, October 9th, and Sunday, October 10th, or for the streaming performance on Saturday, October 16th. |
Presented by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Inc. (www.pioneerdrama.com)
Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may be unsuitable for younger children. Parents should consider whether content might upset younger or more sensitive children.
Performance Dates & Times
Live Performances - Outdoors
Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 6:00 PM - SOLD OUT
Sunday, October 10, 2021 at 6:00 PM - SOLD OUT
Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 6:00 PM - SOLD OUT
Sunday, October 10, 2021 at 6:00 PM - SOLD OUT
Streaming Performance
Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 7:30 PM
Streaming via ShowTix4U
Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 7:30 PM
Streaming via ShowTix4U
Cast of Characters
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CAST BIOGRAPHIES
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ARACELI HUGHES (Katrina) is very excited to be in her first production at Buck Creek Players. Some of her other roles include Madame Giry in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, Charlotte in CHARLOTTE'S WEB, and Danielle in BRING IT ON! If you're into to all things spooky, she thinks you'll love this performance. Araceli would like to thank her mom and her close friends for supporting her as an actress. She hopes you enjoy the show! |
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ERICH DAVIES (Ichabod Crane) is excited to be making his BCP acting debut having previous credits with Shelby County Players as Elvis in MISS NELSON IS MISSING, Andreas in TOM, DICK, AND HARRY, Todd Currier in MURDER INN, and Bruin the Bear in RAGGEDY ANN AND ANDY. In addition to acting, Erich has also composed and recorded music for BLITHE SPIRIT, MISS NELSON IS MISSING, and IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE. Erich has performed in pit orchestras on saxophones and reeds for DISASTER! THE MUSICAL, GUYS AND DOLLS, ANYTHING GOES, and GREASE. Born in Shelbyville, Indiana, Erich attended and graduated from Shelbyville High School before making his way to Saint Joseph's College where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance and minor in Theater Arts. During his freshman year of college, he got the chance of a lifetime and went on a musical tour of Italy with the choir that included a performance at the high main alter in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. Erich has also taken masterclasses in saxophone from Karl Hunter of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW is Erich's favorite story and he fells very blessed to be part of the cast as Ichabod Crane! When not involved with theater, Erich can be found writing music, making videos for his Eerie Hour with Erich YouTube show, spending time with friends, watching movies, or playing Dungeons and Dragons. |
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LOGAN LAFLIN (Brom Bones) is very excited to be making his Buck Creek Players debut! Previous credits include Petruchio in THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, Frederick in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, Lord Farquaad in SHRECK THE MUSICAL, The Ringmaster in BARNUM, The Ghost of Christmas Past in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and Cinderella's Prince in INTO THE WOODS, among others. An Illinois native and recent transplant from Detroit, Logan go his Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana, and currently works for Indiana Mills & Manufacturing, Inc. He wants to thank his parents, Mick and Karen, for their support and love, and the whole cast and crew for their encouragement and shared talent! |
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HARRISON SUESZ (Yost) is currently pursuing a career in theatre and will be directing their first full-length show next season. Previous roles include Si Crowell in OUR TOWN, Benjamin in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, and Erik Kosek in AND A CHILD SHALL LEAD. This is Harrison's first show at Buck Creek Players. Harrison also enjoys eating at Menards. |
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MARY MILLER (Mrs. Trenkler) is a Marian University graduate with an associate's degree in General Arts. She loves theatre and has been in countless productions from grade school through high school and college. This is her first production at Buck Creek Playhouse! |
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NORA BURKHART (Mrs. Van Tassel) is excited to be making her debut with Buck Creek Players. She was most recently in the ensembles of BRIGADOON and RAGTIME at Footlite Musicals, but her all-time favorite role is Mommy to Rebecca, Cecilia, and Eliza. In her spare time she works as and oncology specialty pharmacist. Thanks to Ben and the wonderful cast, crew, and staff for the amazing experience, and Aaron and the girls for their never-ending love and support. |
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NICKIE CORNETT (Mrs. Van Hudson) is beyond excited to take the stage again in LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW! This is her fifth time taking the stage. After her high school drama teacher told her she was too shy to ever land a role she gave up until learning about Buck Creek Players Play-a-Part fundraisers in 2017. She bid on the role of Cecco the Pirate in PETER PAN and was "hooked"! She returned to the stage in 2018 as Cook in THE MATCHMAKER; 2019 as Riff Raff for BCP's Play-a-Part fundraiser, ROCKY HORROR! She has also had the extreme pleasure of running lights and sound for THE UNEXPECTED GIFT and CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS. When she isn't on stage she runs her own non-profit rescue, The PAWSitivity Project, volunteers as 1/2 of a therapy for Paws & Think with her pit mix, Adeena, serves on the training team and as Youth Canine Assistant for Paws & Think and works full time as the Membership & Engagement Database Administrator for the Indianapolis Zoo! Nickie would like to thank her amazing family, bosses and friends who have constantly supported her throughout the years ensuring she still has time to do theater amid everything else that fills her plate! A special thanks to Anna Fish, Crystal Wilson, Brandon Wilson, Matt Strahl, Marisol Gouveia, Desiree Brandon-Gouveia, Johanna Resler, John & Linda Hilmer, Devin Holtsclaw and Deb Stevens! |
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BRIAN NOFFKE (Farmer Stuyvesant) 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 Jack in CHARLEY'S AUNT at BCP's original location. While living in PA, Brian was honored to appear at several local productions including peforming 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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SARAH LATIMER (Widow Van Doorn) is thrilled to be making her debut at Buck Creek Players. She would like to thank Ben Jones for casting her in the LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW, as it is one of her favorite 'spooky' stories. Halloween with its ghosts and goblins is one of her favorite holidays so spending time with the Headless Horseman as well as the other Sleepy Hollow 'characters' has been a thrill. Sarah is thankful to have been involved with many community theaters throughout Indianapolis and surrounding areas. A few of her favorite roles have been M'Lynn in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Beth Jarrett in ORDINARY PEOPLE, Sunny Jacobs in THE EXONERATED, as well as Myra Bruhl in DEATHTRAP. She also enjoys honing her improv skills with Improvesthetics at Gutty's Comedy Club in Greenwood. She would like to thank her family for their support and encouragement. Sarah's husband Tim, also and actor, makes the experience even more fun. |
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JAYDA GLYNN (Greta) is so excited to be back at Buck Creek Players. Jayda is a junior at Carmel High School, and was most recently in PLAY ON! as Smitty at the Carmel Apprentice Theatre and ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR. as Mathilda and The March Hare at YIT. This is her second show at Buck Creek Players. Her first show was CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS. She would like to thank her parents for being so supportive! |
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RHIANNON WIGGS (Hilda) LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW will be Rhiannon's second play with Buck Creek Players. She previously appeared as Real Kenosha in TRAP, and has been in several performances outside of BCP as well. She is thankful towards her family and friends for being so supportive and hopes to continue to be in many shows to come. |
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WESLEY OLIN (Hendrick) is excited to return to Buck Creek Players! Favorite roles include Kristoff in FROZEN, Michael in MATILDA, and RJ in CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS. When he is not acting, Wesley enjoys skiing and playing the piano. He would like to thank his family for supporting him through all of his shows. |
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CADENCE ROY (Wilda) After doing several musicals during her time at Mt. Vernon High School, Cadence is excited to finally act in her first play with Buck Creek Players. Cadence is a recent high school graduate and is taking a gap year before heading to college next fall. Hoping to study performing arts, acting in LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW has been a wonderful way to keep her skills sharp during her time off from school. |
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BAILEY CLINE (Johanna) is excited to be in her second community theater play. She started her interested in fourth grade with a school play and went on to play Sarah in THE UNEXPECTED GIFT at BCP in 2018. From THE UNEXPECTED GIFT, she went on to win an Encore Award for Best Performer Under 18 in a Drama. Outside of theater, Bailey plays volleyball and softball and likes hanging out with her best friend. |
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RAY GRON (Ghost) Wow! Finally, we are able to perform at Buck Creek Playhouse in front of live theater fans for the opening show of the season. Thanks to our great directors and crew and awesome cast of LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW, and to my two wonderful girls who have supported me throughout this journey. I will be adding this performance to my resume and I know Mom and Dad John will be critiquing my performance looking down from the best seat in the house. This is for you both. |
PRODUCTION STAFF
SCOTT A. FLESHOOD
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SCOTT A. FLESHOOD (Producer) has been involved in numerous productions with many different theatres over the past 25 years. He has performed with the Old National Road Players, Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, Footlite Musicals, Ball State University Opera, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, and Buck Creek Players. Scott most recently directed CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS at BCP. Scott also co-directed Riley Children’s Theatre for two seasons. He is a past Encore and Emmy award nominee, and has appeared in various commercials for radio and television. Scott is the former Co-Host of PBS magazine television series, “Indiana Outdoors.” |
BEN JONES
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BEN JONES (Director) is so thrilled to aid in the process of bringing theatre back to BCP! Ben has been active both on and off stage. He proudly serves on the Buck Creek Players Board of Directors. Many thanks to this cast, crew, and the entire BCP family. Ben would like to dedicate this run of LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW to the Buck Creek Players family members we have lost this year, specifically, Ken and Cheryl Kern, and Lynne Robinson. |
FRANCIE MITCHANER
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FRANCIE MITCHANER (Assistant Director) is thrilled to be back working in the theater and honored to be working alongside Ben Jones to bring his vision to life in the LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW. Francie's recent roles at Buck Creek Players include Deputy Dot in CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS and Magenta/Usherette in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW: THE BCP PLAY-A-PART FUNDRAISER. Spending time in the theater, on and off the stage, brings nothing but joy to Francie. A special thank-you to my family and friends that continue to support and encourage her to stay involved with community theater. Lastly, she hopes every cast and crew member, as well as audiences, take time to relax and enjoy the experience of the Headless Horseman! |
CATHY CUTSHALL
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CATHY CUTSHALL (Costumer) is very excited to be costuming BCP's opening production! Cathy has had the pleasure of directing MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET: A LIVE MUSICAL RADIO PLAY, TRAP!, MAKING GOD LAUGH, and IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Buck Creek Players, and, ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST at Shelby County Players. Whether working as a director or costumer, on stage or behind-the-scenes, she has had the pleasure of working in theaters throughout Indiana and New Mexico at Albuquerque Civic Light Opera Association, and Albuquerque Little Theater. Favorite productions include SWEENEY TODD, PARADE, HONK!, CHICAGO, CITY OF ANGELS, ON THE TOWN, HELLO DOLLY, ANYTHING GOES, SINGING IN THE RAIN, SHENANDOAH, THE WIZARD OF OZ, SOUTH PACIFIC, AND GYPSY. Cathy is an Encore winner for best costumes for DIRTY BLONDE, BONNIE & CLYDE: THE MUSICAL, and FOUR OLD BROADS. In her free time Cathy enjoys reading, sewing, antique shopping, and spending time with family. “I’d like to thank my family for their constant love and support, and for letting me have time to play." |
MELISSA DEVITO
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MELISSA DEVITO (Properties) has been active at Buck Creek Players for many years. Along with being a member of the Board of Directors, she has acted on stage, directed, and performed all technical aspects with the exception of lighting design - she is afraid of heights! When not at the theater, Mel works as a respiratory therapist for Home Respiratory Services. She also enjoys camping, drag racing, and spending time with her family, and was excited to meet her newest granddaughter in July! Mel recently took a knife making class and is now a "dirty blacksmith". She would like to say thank-you to her husband Rick for supporting all her endeavors. |
MATT SPURLOCK
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MATT SPURLOCK (Sound Design & Operation) 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
Media & Communications Committee Chairperson
GLORIA BRAY
Website Management
ROCCO FLORES & AARON BAILEY
Production Photographer & Videographer
GARY W. NELSON | www.photoGary.net
Box Office Management
AARON BAILEY
GLORIA BRAY
Website Management
ROCCO FLORES & AARON BAILEY
Production Photographer & Videographer
GARY W. NELSON | www.photoGary.net
Box Office Management
AARON BAILEY
SPECIAL THANKS
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Trick Blanchfield
Jawanna Joi Blalock TaShawn Mitchell Nickie Cornett Tracy Brunner |
Aaron B. Bailey
Dan Denniston Cathy Cutshall Kelly Cutshall Francie Mitchaner |
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