Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Welcome to Embers, Petals, & Stars
presented by In the Wings
Note from the director
Program
ACT ONE - Fire.Ashes.Rebirth
“12:30”
Performers: Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Choreography: Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Music: Surfboard Fire by Blitz//Berlin edited by Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
"Untitled"
Performers: Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews
Understudy: Keegan Dunn
Choreography: Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews
Music: Unsteady by X Ambassadors
“Together”
Performers: Delaney Carter, Keegan Dunn, Naomi Graff, Leah Grandstaff, Christine Jackson, Nicole Londraville, Emily Monks, Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews, Bayard Wenzel, Julie Young
Choreography: Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Music: Rise Up by Andra Day
“Still Standing”
Performers: Delaney Carter, Naomi Graff, Christine Jackson, Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews, Julie Young
Understudies: Keegan Dunn, Emily Monks
Choreography: Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Music: White Flag by Bishop Briggs
“Coming Home”
Performers: Delaney Carter, Keegan Dunn, Naomi Graff, Leah Grandstaff, Christine Jackson, Nicole Londraville, Emily Monks, Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews, Bayard Wenzel, Julie Young
Choreography: Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Music: Welcome Home, Son by Radical Face
“Untitled”
Performers: Fallon-Voorheis Mathews
Choreography: Fallon-Voorheis Mathews
Music: If I Be Wrong by Wolf Larsen
Intermission - 15 minutes
ACT TWO - Under this Tree
“The Spring”
Performers: Christine Jackson, Ashley Sonnier, Julie Young
Choreography:
Music: Chinese Trip by Clozee
“The Tree of Love”
Performers: Leah Grandstaff, Bayard Wenzel
Choreography: Leah Grandstaff, Bayard Wenzel
Music: Under the Cherry Blossoms by Franz Gordon, Redwood Tree by Jamie Drake
“The Coolest Tire Swing Ever”
Performers: Naomi Graff, Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Choreography: Naomi Graff, Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Music: The Reef by Kerry Muzzey
“The Spirit”
Performers:
Choreography:
Music:
“The Snow”
Performers: Delaney Carter, Keegan Dunn, Naomi Graff, Leah Grandstaff, Christine Jackson, Nicole Londraville, Emily Monks, Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews, Bayard Wenzel, Julie Young
Choreography: Naomi Graff
Music: dark snowy night by daniel.mp3
“The Cold”
Performers: Naomi Graff
Choreography: Naomi Graff
Music: Sakura by Rosalia
Intermission - 15 minutes
ACT THREE - This is the Way
“We Begin”
Performers: Delaney Carter, Keegan Dunn, Naomi Graff, Christine Jackson, Emily Monks, Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews, Julie Young
Choreography: Ashley Sonnier
Music: Star Wars - The Force Theme (Far Out Remix) by Trap Nation
“The Gathering Storm”
Performers: Delaney Carter
Choreography: Ashley Sonnier
Music: The Imperial March by Less Gravity, Bram
“Time to Fly”
Performers: Ashley Sonnier
Choreography: Ashley Sonnier
Music: Star Wars: The Mandalorian Theme (SJT remix) by SJT
“TBD”
Performers: Delaney Carter, Keegan Dunn, Naomi Graff, Christine Jackson, Emily Monks, Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews, Julie Young
Choreography: Fallon Voorheis-Mathews
Music: Drumming Circle by Professor Trance And The Energizers
“No Escape: Part 1”
Performers: Nicole Londraville
Choreography: Ashley Sonnier
Music: Republic Clone Army March
“A Cantina Special”
Performers: Duo Gravazoides - Leah Grandstaff & Bayard Wenzel
Choreography: Ashley Sonnier
Music: Catina - Star Wars Cover by Lamuzgueule
“The Reckoning”
Performers: Delaney Carter, Keegan Dunn, Naomi Graff, Leah Grandstaff, Christine Jackson, Nicole Londraville, Emily Monks, Ashley Sonnier, Fallon-Voorheis Mathews, Bayard Wenzel, Julie Young
Choreography: Ashley Sonnier
Music: Custom Mix by Russick Smith
Special thanks to:
Hannah Tripp, Stage Manager
Haelie Franklin Atarka, Lighting Designer
Erza Tinker, Sound board
Jeff Rusnak, Rigger
Light & Color, Livestream
Erica Martin, High Flyer Fashion, Costuming for In the Wings
Anastasia Timina, Costume for Lillith
Lorraine Carter-Larocque, In the Wings Acting Coach
Tiny Planet Ink, Custom T-shirts
Aaron Carter-Larocque, Nic Sonnier, & Barrett Rokuskie, Ticket Booth
Our victims: Barrett Rokuskie, River Breault, Lucy LeCuyer, Nic Sonnier, Kevin Hickman
Special thanks to Sarah Patrinellis. I have yet to meet Sarah in person. We taught virtually during the pandemic for the Circus Workout Parties. After Sarah heard about the loss I suffered, she asked for my address and mailed me her fire silk complete with rigging hardware. That silk helped me get back on my feet and in the air both creatively and literally. The generosity and kindness of those in our community will never be lost on me and I’m forever grateful. Sarah wasn’t the only one who did something like this for me, just the only one I hadn’t met. I’d also like to thank Staza Stone, Tim Omspach from VVOLFY metalworks, Megan Fahey McMaster from Gravity Aerial, and Brittany from ACOD/AFA all of whom donated equipment to me after the fire so I could continue performing and teaching without interuption.
Our Cast
Isabel, Your Host, played by Lorraine Carter-Larocque
Isabel will be your host for the evening. She was born in Calais, France 622 years ago. She is incredibly smart as she has spent her life reading and learning everything there is to know. She has a passion for the arts and is thrilled to share her story with you tonight. She is a true supporter of the arts but artists dare not disappoint her as she will happily dine on a mediocre artist. When she’s not busy taking in the latest show, he spends her time traveling the world.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Lilith played by Ashley Sonnier, Asst. Artistic Director
Lilith hails from the Ortega bloodline and ruled as a Duchess in the 17th century Spain. During her human life, people ensured her every need was met and all the finest delicacies were at her beck and call. Lilith grew tired and bored of the groveling and brown nosing of the upper society, and called upon her maker to give her vampire strength. With her intimidating new power and bloodlust, Lilith had a fine time terrifying, seducing and dining on the upper society of Madrid. Lilith used that same intimidation and power to become the Queen of the vampire coven. When not hunting prey or bullying the coven members, she sits as chairwoman of the Corgi Fanatic Foundation.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Christine played by Megan Stern
Christine is the newest member of our coven. She’s a 26 year old from Silverspring, Maryland. She loves any kind of cake but especially lemon lavender. Prior being turned she worked as a bank teller. The bank quickly replaced her after she didn’t show up to work. She was always easily overlooked as a human, but will that change in her new vampire life?
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Thana played by Fallon Voorheis-Mathews, Founder & Artistic Director
Thana was born a vampire in 1399 in a small village outside of Paris. As such, she is the oldest vampire in our coven. In her human life, she was born to a poor family. Her maker released her from the pain of her human life and allowed her to grow the ranks in high society. She has grown accustomed to the finer things in life and has quite the collection of haute couture. When not on the hunt she can be found smoking and people watching at cafes in Paris. Her favorite food is AB-, the rarest blood type. Such a delicacy!
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Victoria played by Nicole Londraville
Victoria was born in London 147 years ago. Prior to her transition, she was a lady of the night trying to make ends meet for her younger siblings. She is one of the meanest vampires in the coven as she would rather be hunting alone. She doesn’t give much thought to anyone, let alone herself. Her most treasured possession is a picture of her human family.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Madame Sang Bleu played by Maggie Chapman
This Parisian was a dancer at the Moulin Rouge before she was turned by her maker. Since her prime human years were in the 1920s she still has an affinity for the golden age of jazz. She’s easy to spot in a crowd with her long legs and striking short black hair. This temptress loves to stare deeply into her victim’s souls. She loves the kill.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Penny played by Megan Hall
Penny joins our coven from a small village Eastern Europe. She was a farmer's daughter and turned debutante and art preservationist. This highly intelligent vamp can by annoyed by contemporary "Gen Z" female vampires. She enjoys her steak and wine almost as much as manipulating others.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Eva played by Erica Martin
This long legged socialite comes to us from Bath, England. This vamp is quiet but quick witted and calculated in both speech and movement. When not on the hunt for her next snack she can be found enjoying the finer things in life such as painting, playing the piano, and enjoying a slice of indulgent cake.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Adelaide played by Casey Pottle
Adelaide was born an orphan in 1885 in London. She spent her human life as a maid servant in a wealthy manor where she acquired a taste for tea and scones. The last thing she remembers of her human life is an illicit affair with the manor’s son. She despises those who exhibit selfish lust as it brings up her own insecurities. The only way she deals with with this anger is with revenge served cold.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Ballari played by Karlyn Griswold
Ballari joins our coven from Dubrovnik, Croatia. In her human life she was a noble woman and scholar. You can still find her drinking coffee and reading in her spare time. This sleek vampire is known for silently sneaking up on her victims before she dines on them.
Photo credit: Martha Wirth Photography
Drucilla played by Leah Grandstaff
Drucilla hails from Aberfeldy, Scotland. She died at 44 human years and is not keen on revealing how many years she’s been undead. Ever since her maker changed her, she’s been completely obsessed with her fangs. She can be found polishing them constantly. Maybe she thinks she can clean off the regret of killing a past lover…or maybe it’s to combat her fear of spontaneous combustion.