ABOUT THE SHOW
Our 51st Season and Our Two Hundred and Forty Third Production!
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Buck Creek Player and Director Andrew Souders are thrilled to announce their upcoming production of THE VULTURES by Mark A. Ridge.
It's a dark and stormy night at the mansion on Westmount Estate. As the guests arrive for the reading of the will, the mysterious housekeeper declares, "The relatives are swooping like a wake of vultures ready to pick the carcass clean". Who will ultimately inherit the fortune? Will it be the charming realtor, the handsome male model, the dimwitted nail technician, the bitter old woman, the endearing hairdresser, or the mild-mannered accountant? Throw in a priceless picket watch, an androgynous housekeeper, an escaped mental patient, and a pair of reunited lovers and the result is murder, with a hefty dose of laughs. THE VULTURES put a comedic, modern day, gay spin on the classic murder mystery genre. Buck Creek Players is pleased to continue our 51st season with this live event on our mainstage. Join us for the six live in-person performances at the playhouse starting Friday, October 4th and running through Sunday, October 13th. |
Produced by special arrangement with Heuer Publishing (www.hitplays.com)
Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children under age 13.
Performance Dates & Times
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Friday October 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 7:30 PM Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 2:30 PM |
Friday, October 11 2024 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 7:30 PM Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:30 PM |
CAST OF CHARACTERS
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SETTING
A dark and stormy night in the Westmount Estate Mansion.
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CAST BIOGRAPHIES
TIFFANY WILSON
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TIFFANY D. WILSON (Talbot) Tiffany is honored to be appearing in yet another production with Buck Creek Players. She first appeared as Kitty in the 2012 production of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, and recently portrayed Madge Geisel in THE GAME’S AFOOT in 2022. She also enjoyed costuming BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE this past February. Tiffany holds a Bachelor's Degree in English and Theatre from Franklin College and a Master of Library Science from Indiana University. She serves as the Franklin Branch Manager of the Johnson County Public Library. She also works part-time for PAX (Program of Academic Exchange), placing wonderful exchange students with amazing host families. But most of all, Tiffany enjoys sharing every single day with her amazing partner, Tony, who is always by her side—even on the stage!
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DEREK SUMPTER
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DEREK SUMPTER (Mr. Crosby) is thrilled to be making his BCP debut. He has most recently been seen as a bottle dancer in Footlite's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and as The Old Man in A CHRISTMAS STORY play at Greenfield's Ricks Centre for the Arts. Other memorable roles include Motel in FIDDLER and Will Parker in OKLAHOMA. When not on stage, Derek is a middle school math teacher and enjoys vacationing with his family, touring wineries with his wife, and watching the Colts. He would like to give a special thanks to his wife, Liza, for supporting him while he is away at rehearsal or working on the set. |
TONY BRAZELTON
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TONY BRAZELTON (Harrison Blythe) haunts Buck Creek Players on the regular. You may have seen him in THE GAME'S AFOOT or MOON OVER THE BREWERY. Or you may have seen him at Meijer buying too many bags of shrimp. Why would anyone need that much shrimp? By day, Tony teaches leadership and communication skills at Beteo Learning. When not at work or on stage, he spends as much time as possible with Tiffany, his partner in crime and everything else. |
NANCY LAUDEMAN
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NANCY LAUDEMAN (Mary) is excited to be back on the Buck Creek stage where she was last seen as Aunt Queenie in BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE. She has also appeared as Sedalia in ALWAYS A BRIDESMAID and as Willa Wild in THE WILD WOMEN OF WINEDALE (Epilogue Players). In Fort Wayne Nancy appeared in THE SISTER ACT (Sr. Mary Patrick), CATCH ME IF YOU CAN (Carole Strong), A CHRISTMAS CAROL: THE MUSICAL (Mrs. Fezziwig), LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Madame Renaud), and ASSASSINS (Emma Goldman/Bystander). Northwest Indiana credits include THE KING & I (Anna), INTO THE WOODS (The Baker’s Wife - NIETF Best Actress in a Musical nomination), A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (Charlotte - NIETF Best Featured Actress in a Musical award), and NUNSENSE (Sr. Mary Amnesia - NIETF Best Featured Actress in a Musical award). By day, Nancy is a Title I reading teacher. When not at work or on stage, she enjoys reading, singing, and spending time with her husband and family. Nancy would like to thank her husband, Rich, for his constant love and support.
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CAIRO MORADA
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Cairo Morada (ASHLEY HOPWOOD) makes their debut with Buck Creek Players after a two-year-long break from theater. He wrote a short performance for Ivy Tech, as a part of his Theatre Appreciation class. As an artist, they deeply value all the steps it takes to create a valuable performance. He works part-time as a character designer and teacher while finishing up their Fine Arts degrees at Ivy Tech. He hopes to be involved in future Buck Creek productions. |
SCOTT A. FLESHOOD
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SCOTT A. FLESHOOD (Charles Willard) Has had the pleasure of performing with the Old National Road Players, Carmel Community Players, Indianapolis Civic Theatre, The Belfry, Footlite Musicals, Ball State University Opera, Buck Creek Players, Bard Fest, and as featured vocalist with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. Scott co-directed Riley Children's Theatre for two seasons. He is a past Encore Award Winner and Emmy © nominee and has appeared in various commercials for radio and television. Scott is an Eagle Scout, former Co-Host of the PBS magazine television series, “Indiana Outdoors” and has previously served on the Board of Directors for Buck Creek Players. |
JERICHO FRANKE
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JERICHO FRANKE (Paul Jones) is excited to be making his Buck Creek Playhouse debut! Jericho joined the Indy theatre community in 2023, and so far, has performed in productions of FATHER OF THE BRIDE, MAN OF LA MANCHA, THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER, SWEENEY TODD, CHARLEY'S AUNT, and ROMEO AND JULIET. Most recently, he played George Gibbs in OUR TOWN at Epilogue Players. His dog is better than your dog. |
ZACH BUCHER
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ZACH BUCHER (He/Him) (Hunter West) - Zach is thrilled to return to the BCP stage for his play debut. Originally from Bluffton, Indiana, Zach moved to Indianapolis after studying at Purdue University where he was a member of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club. He currently works as an accountant for Elanco. He recently performed in BCP's production of INTO THE WOODS as Repunzel's Prince. Zach is also a member of the Indianapolis Men's Chorus and a recent Dad to his golden retriever puppy, Booker! Enjoy the show! |
RICH LAUDEMAN
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RICH LAUDEMAN (Rinehart) is pleased to make his onstage debut with BCP, having done scenic design for BCP’s ALWAYS A BRIDESMAID and BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE. As a native “Region Rat”, Rich played Vittorio Vidal in SWEET CHARITY and Dr. Rosenthal in NUTS (Purdue Calumet). Later, while Auditorium Director at Havens Auditorium, IU at Kokomo, Rich portrayed Jud Fry in OKLAHOMA!, Rooster Hannigan in ANNIE, and Bill Lewis in THE HOT L BALTIMORE (Kokomo Civic Theater), and Captain Crouch in SLY FOX and Tin Man in the musical THE WIZARD OF OZ (Carriage House Theater, IUK). Rich then played Herod in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in West Lafayette. Back to “The Region” and alongside his wife, Nancy, Rich has portrayed Sir Edward Ramsay in THE KING AND I, Max Detweiler in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, (Highland Parks Performing Arts), and Mr. Twimble in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING (Marian Theatre Guild). They’ve also appeared together in Fort Wayne Civic Theater's musical (Ahrens/Menken) A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Beadle, Scrooge's Father, Old Joe) and LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Monsieur Renaud). Rich has enjoyed playing woodwinds in pit orchestras, especially BARNUM (Highland Parks), when he became smitten with Nancy as he watched her on stage each evening. Over the past 40+ years, Rich has done scenic and/or lighting design for a variety of shows including PEER GYNT, THE LION IN WINTER, THE TAMING OF THE SHREW (CHT), MORNING’S AT SEVEN, THE HOT L BALTIMORE, HELLO, DOLLY!, GREASE (KCT), FOOL FOR LOVE (Purdue West Lafayette), DO BLACK PATENT LEATHER SHOES REALLY REFLECT UP?, QUILTERS, GUYS AND DOLLS, THE PAJAMA GAME, SOUTH PACIFIC, LITTLE WOMEN (Calumet Region theaters), plus scenic/lighting design for MY THREE ANGELS here in Indianapolis (Epilogue Players). Rich holds a BA in Theater Design and Production (Western Michigan University) and completed MFA coursework in Scenography (Purdue West Lafayette). Rich considers himself fortunate to have worked with Larry Shue and the Milwaukee Repertory Theater on the world premiere of THE NERD in 1981. In the “real world”, Rich currently plays the role of IT Support and Project Manager and hopes to continue doing shows wherever he and Nancy happen to be. As always, Rich thanks Nancy, Laura, Diana, Chance, and all those who’ve joined him in, and supported him on, this fantastic, continuing journey.
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DENNIS KARR
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DENNIS KARR (Dr. Avery) is so happy to be appearing as DR. AVERY in the production of THE VULTURES. He last appeared as CESAR in ARE YOU BEING SERVED? He has been part of the BCP family since 2011. Other shows of note for DENNIS in the past are AUNTIE MAME, BUS STOP, ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT, MASH, and A FEW GOOD MEN. DENNIS is thrilled to call BCP his theatre home. |
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PRODUCTION STAFF & CREW
Andrew Souders (Director) is an award-winning director who was born and raised a Hoosier but has spent most of his professional career in Chicago. After receiving a BFA in Directing from the University of Evansville he moved to The Windy City and spent the next 36 years there. In that time, he has worked with Steppenwolf Theatre, The Court Theatre, The Body Politic Theatre, The Bailiwick Theatre, Paramount Theatre, and he is a founding company member of The Griffin Theatre and Pride Theatre Company.
Andrew is delighted to be working with Buck Creek. He is excited to be getting back to his roots in community theatre. That’s where it all started for him at nine years old when he joined The Young Actors Workshop at Muncie Civic Theatre. It’s a great feeling to have his theatrical life come full circle. Thanks to all at Buck Creek for making it possible.
Andrew would also like to thank the wonderful cast and crew of THE VULTURES for their extraordinary hard work and dedication. You are the reason for its success..
Andrew is delighted to be working with Buck Creek. He is excited to be getting back to his roots in community theatre. That’s where it all started for him at nine years old when he joined The Young Actors Workshop at Muncie Civic Theatre. It’s a great feeling to have his theatrical life come full circle. Thanks to all at Buck Creek for making it possible.
Andrew would also like to thank the wonderful cast and crew of THE VULTURES for their extraordinary hard work and dedication. You are the reason for its success..
SCOUT DUNLEVY (Stage Manager/Lighting Designer) returns for their second show with Buck Creek Players, after recently becoming the assistant stage manager for INTO THE WOODS in June. As the Operations Assistant at Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, he has assisted with multiple productions including GRANDMOTER’S INC and HUMMINGBIRD. When not working on shows, he is organizing and supporting staff at the Phoenix. In their free time, Scout works conventions, writes, and does aerial arts. He is looking forward to their future endeavors in the theatre world. Scout would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support
SUSANNE BUSH (Scenic Artist) is thrilled to be working with Buck Creek Players again! Susanne's second home is the theatre. Some of her favorite shows she's been a part of are NOISES OFF, BETWEEN THE LINES, INTO THE WOODS, MOON OVER THE BREWERY, and A FEW GOOD MEN. She most recently won Encore Awards for her set decoration in LIZZIE BORDEN and 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 hopes you enjoy the show!
ANDREW VINCENT (Costume Designer) Andrew received his BS in Design form The International Academy of Design. He is a multi-award-winning designer that has designed shows all around the country. His designs have also been seen on the runways of Paris France as the winner of the Concours International Des Jeunes Createurs De Mode Competition.
This is Andrew’s first show at Buck Creek, having recently move back to Indiana to be closer to his family. He is very excited to be working with the fine folks at BCP.
This is Andrew’s first show at Buck Creek, having recently move back to Indiana to be closer to his family. He is very excited to be working with the fine folks at BCP.
TRISTEN BLAND (Sound Designer) Tristen has worked with Buck Creek Players several times. This show is his 3 show here but his 9th show in total. With all the shows that's he's done he has also played a different part. He has been an after, director, crew hand, track hand, and this show will be the first one he has designed the sound for. Although it might be his first he hopes it will not be his last. He has also gotten the majority of his experiences at Buck Creek.
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SPECIAL THANKS
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
MARK A. RIDGE
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MARK A. RIDGE is a graduate of The University of Evansville and the Second City Actor Training Program. He has appeared in shows with the Shawnee Professional Theatre, The Court Theatre and The Griffin Theatre. He is currently an Actors' Equity Candidate, a proud member of the Pee-wee Herman Fun Club and a member of The Dramatists Guild of America.
As a playwright, Mark has been inspired by Tennessee Williams (for his brilliant use of language), Neil Simon (for his brilliant use of humor), and Penny Sycamore (who wrote plays simply because a typewriter was delivered to her home by mistake). Mark's plays include RUSSIAN ROULETTE, MY FRIDAY NIGHT BLUES and BESTSELLER. Mark took a nearly 20 year break from theatre to work in the casting department for over 100 film and television projects, including HOME ALONE (1 & 2), PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES, GROUNHOG DAY, E.R., and THE FUGITIVE. For a full list of his casting credits, visit the Internet Movie Database. Mark's recent plays include EUPHORIA and SIGN OF LIFE, which was produced by Theatre on the Square under the original title of KILLING KITTENS. His comedic, murder mystery, THE VULTURES was the winner of the Jewel Box Theatre Original Play Contest. The play has been produced in six different states and will be opening soon in Greenbay and Milwaukee. The script is published by Heuer Publishing. In his spare time, Mark is still working on his musical parody, 43rd STREET, a finalist in the Shawnee Playhouse Original Script Competition in Pennsylvania. Since he has absolutely no knowledge or musical experience, he would welcome help from any local musician, arranger or musical director. You can contact him at RidgePlays.com. |
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