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Little Theatre on the Bay announces its
Spring production of Larry Shue's The Nerd. The Nerd is a two act
comedy, set in Terre Haute, Indiana in late 1979, The Nerd presents the
story of Willum Cubbert, an unassuming young architect, friends Tansy
and Axel and unexpected houseguest Rick.
During the course of the play, we learn that Rick had saved Willum's
life in Vietnam. Over the years, Willum and Rick had exchanged
occasional letters and greeting cards, though they never met. Willum has
promised Rick that he could come to him for help at any time.
While Willum is hosting a dinner party for his boss, Rick shows up. His
awkward manner and inappropriate behavior throw the occasion into
shambles. Rick decides to move in. Eventually at his wit's end, Willum
decides to take a chance on Axel's plan to get rid of Rick.
The Nerd opens Friday May 8th running until May 24th. Friday and
Saturday shows are at 8 PM while Sundays will be at 2 PM. (Note that
this is a correction to the dates published in the season brochure.)
The play's Director is Alan Spjut, who will be ably assisted by Janice
Kendall. The
main characters are:
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Willum Cubbert: To be played by Jason
Denton. Willum is an architect
and a pushover. He's kind and intelligent, but "could use a
little gumption." He lacks the backbone to stand up for himself.
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Tansy McGinnis: To be played by Alyssa
Birrer. Willum's on-again,
off-again girlfriend. She's been offered her dream job in
Washington, D.C., and feels guilty for leaving Willum behind.
Idealistic, perky, weather women, and is just as kind as Willum.
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Axel Hammond: To be played by
Byrell Justice. Willum's best friend, he
lives in Willum's basement, He's a pretentious, often-inebriated
drama critic, always ready with a sarcastic comment.
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Rick Steadman: To be played by
Robert Jungbluth. The titular "nerd."
He's oblivious to insult and lacks manners or sensitivity. Works
as an inspector at a chalk factory in Wisconsin.
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Warnock Waldgrave: To be played by Joe
Stoffel. A boisterous,
slightly dim businessman with no creativity and no tact.
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Clelia Waldgrave: To be played by
Theresa Erskine. Mr. Waldgrave's
high-strung, put-upon wife. She holds back all of her emotions,
and only releases her stress when she can break "something
small."
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Thor Waldgrave: To be played by Willis
Homann. The Waldgraves' terror
of a son. "Poster child for planned parenthood." Spends most of
the play hiding in a closet or bedroom.
Other members of the cast include George Nixon, who will be doing
voiceovers and Tim Novotny, who will also work backstage. The
remainder of the crew:
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George Nixon Stage
manager
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Mike Campo
Stage Crew
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Josie Morrison Stage Crew
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Josie Reed
Costume Manager
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George Nixon Sound Design
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Dave Jordan
Lighting design
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Kathy Spjut
Lighting Operator
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Kay Pace
Props
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Joe Stoffel Director Liaison
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Lisa Boyle Publicity
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