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We present these pages to offer some
well-deserved recognition for the wonderful people who
have given their ideas, sweat, and time to the Marshalltown Community
Theatre. Without their efforts, our theatre would be little
more than a dark room. We celebrate your generous gift to our
community!
If
you
have participated in an MCT production in the past, in any capacity,
please take your bow with the folks on these pages. Contact the MCT
Technical Director to arrange to be included.
Simply click on the FIRST
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Derol
HAFAR
Marshalltown, IA
Derol has lived in
Marshalltown since 1963. He is married
to Audrey and together they have 3 grown children, all of whom have been
active in the Theatre over the years. Derol was honored with not
one, but two roles in the 1969 production that was part of the Grand Opening
of the Martha Ellen Tye Playhouse. He has appeared in over a dozen
plays during his association with MCT and has served on the Board of
Directors in various capacities, including president. Derol's
proudest theatrical achievement was when he received the "Martha Ellen Tye
Award" for "Outstanding Performance by a Male in a Supporting Role" during
the 1972-73 season.
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Margaret HAPPE
Marshalltown, IA
Margaret
is a lover of the arts, although she considers herself a newbie to the
MCT stage. The years since high school Speech and Drama classes
helped bring her to the present, portraying the role of Edith in our
2007 winter production of JAKE'S WOMEN. She has raised two
children and nurtured countless others in her classrooms. Today,
Margaret teaches at Lenihan Intermediate School and spends her down time
reading, gardening, traveling, and enjoying her family and friends.
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Ben
HARRIS
Marshalltown, IA
Following in his
brother Nate's theatrical footsteps, Ben made his MCT debut as one of
the orphans in OLIVER!, our 2008 summer musical, although he has been on
stage before in the Missoula Children's Theatre production of ROBIN
HOOD. He loves the theatre as well as performing, and when he's
not playing with his three dogs, Ben enjoys swimming, dance, music,
reading, art, and watching fireworks.
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Jeff
HARRIS
Marshalltown, IA
While living in
Fairfield, Iowa, Jeff was first dragged into community theatre by Mary,
his wife, and daughters JoAnne and Jill. Since moving to Marshalltown in
2005, he has built up his MCT resume with the roles of Major Metcalf in
THE MOUSETRAP, Paul Becker in FOOTLIGHT FRENZY, and participating in An
Evening of Improv - JUST ADD SPAM. Jeff added the part of Burt
Evans in the 2007 - 2008 season opener COCKTAILS WITH MIMI, and says he
has enjoyed sharing the MCT stage with the great and talented thespians
in town while exhibiting his "alter egos." When not on stage, Jeff
acts as Transit Manager for People Rides, visits the YMCA all too
infrequently, rides along the local bike trails, and "tries to keep
track of my girls."
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JoAnne
HARRIS
New York, NY
JoAnne
was delighted to be part of MCT for the 2006 Summer Musical, being our musical director
for WORKING. Job well done! As a graduate of Concordia College in Moorhead MN,
JoAnne plans to teach choral music. She enjoys the music group U2,
hanging out with her family, watching really bad Mary Kate and Ashley
movies, and a good cup of coffee.
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Katie
HARRIS
Marshalltown, IA
COMPANY, our
Summer Musical for 2007, was Katie's debut on the MCT stage, playing the
part of Kathy, although she is right at home on the stage. Previous high
school performances included portrayals of Nellie in SOUTH PACIFIC,
Tzeitel in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, and Miranda in THE TEMPEST. She is
currently a student at Simpson college, majoring in vocal music
education.
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Nate
HARRIS
Marshalltown, IA
Nate was
just eight years old in his first production at MCT, although he has
spent a lot of time at the theatre with his mom, Susan Harris. Nate was
very excited to be Sam (the Newsboy) in WORKING, and even though he was
nervous, Mom hopes it is just the beginning!
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Ross
HARRIS
Marshalltown, IA
A resident of
Marshalltown, Ross made his first-ever appearance in any play when he
joined the cast of MCT's A FEW GOOD MEN, but says he's thrilled at the
chance to perform especially when he gets the chance to join his wife
Susan onstage. He has three children, Victoria, Nate and Ben, and
says being with his family is his favorite activity. Ross is also an
avid outdoorsman, enjoying a good game of golf, hunting or fishing.
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Susan
HARRIS
Marshalltown, IA
Susan has been
involved with MCT since 2002 and performed regularly, both on stage and
back stage. Of the many roles she has filled here at MCT, portraying Sally Bowles in CABARET
has been Susan's favorite to date. She is employed by Lowe's Flowers and
has two wonderful boys. Both of them have the theatre bug, too!
"They are amazing guys," she said. Additionally, Susan sits on our Board
of Directors in charge of makeup and publicity, and enjoys being a part
of MCT. "The
theatre never ceases to amaze me. It's all so wonderful."
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Zoe
HARRIS
Marshalltown, IA
Although she made her debut on the
MCT stage in 2008 as a chorus member in OLIVER!, Zoe said she has been
acting most of her life, participating in various high school plays, as well as
productions of ROBIN HOOD,
CINDERELLA, and OKLAHOMA! by the Missoula Children's Theatre.
Other activities Zoe enjoys include choir and band.
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Ellen HEDUM
Marshalltown, IA
THE WOMEN (2003) was Ellen's first
play anywhere, except for Christmas Programs at her church. She has sung
solos at
her church a couple of times. Ellen and her friends made a
movie. She was born in 1989
and
plays softball, basketball, track, & volleyball. Her dream is to
grow up to be an actress. Ellen has two sisters and two wonderful
parents, Mark and Brenda.
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Stacy HEIL
Marshalltown, IA
Not only has Stacy been a part of
productions throughout high school and college, he's been an active cast
member at MCT for several years, with his most recent role being that of
Paul in MCT's 2007 production of COMPANY. Stacy is
currently a service technician for Forbes Office Equipment in Newton,
where he repairs copiers, fax machines, printers, etc. With what
little spare time he has, Stacy enjoys rock climbing, Frisbee golf,
camping, hiking, singing, and of course, acting. "Live each day
with a smile on your face and a song in your heart." Although he's
not sure where that quote came from, it's a statement he tries to live
by.
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Thomas R. HELMER
Marshalltown, IA
Thomas is
a singer/songwriter, being part of the orchestra and playing guitar in
MCT's 2006 Summer Musical, WORKING. He not only fixes instruments,
but also loves everything and everyone! Thomas' favorite phrase is
"Hey, man!" and he says, "Jesus loves you!"
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Douglas HENSLEY
Marshalltown, IA
Doug has been in
several plays at MCT (Four to be exact, including his most recent
portrayal of Charley in DEATH OF A SALESMAN) and he keeps coming back for
more. I have enjoyed them all. Doug has been amazed at how
connected you get to your fellow actors, and DEATH OF A SALESMAN was no
exception. Doug says of acting, It is a great confidence builder to
be on stage and put on a play that people like. Doug attributes his
success to his wife, Anita, For her love and support.
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Megan HILDEBRANDT
LeGrand, IA
Megan is a
graduate of East Marshall High School, where she performed in STATE FAIR,
SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, BIG, and
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. She enrolled at
Wartburg College after high school. Megan made her MCT stage debut
in the summer of 2004 with JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR.
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LaVern HOELSCHER
Marshalltown, IA
Musical productions have been the
principal occasions for LaVern's participation at MCT, beginning with
our first musical, SOUTH PACIFIC, and including CAROUSEL, MY FAIR LADY,
and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Most recently, our GALA TREASURES 2006
brought him to our stage, just as he has for dozens of previous GALA
performances. In addition to playing the role of Dr. Sloper in
THE HEIRESS, LaVern has worked on a variety of sets, and served on our
Board of Directors. LaVern says he appreciates the opportunities
that MCT has provided him.
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Teresa HUTCHENS
Beaman,
IA
Teresa
Hutchens got involved in community theatre through her son Zach who has
appeared in many MCT shows. She has had theatre involvement with the
Whistlestop Players in Conrad. She says she spends most of her free time
attending the many activities in which her four children are involved.
Teresa does find some free time for her hobbies which include reading,
sewing, and walking.
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Zach HUTCHENS
Beaman,
IA
CABARET was
Zach's second appearance on the MCT stage. He also appeared in THE
BOYFRIEND, produced and directed by Jeanne Ehn for BCLUW High School.
His latest appearance on the MCT stage was playing the disciple
Peter in our 2004 summer musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Zach is very active in chorus, swing choir, and vocal jazz. His
favorite things to do are sing, dance, and act.
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