Greater Lewisville Community Theatre

Neil Ferguson (Sir Selson Piddock) - returns to GLCT after appearing in this summer’s production of Oklahoma! as Judge Andrew Carnes (father of Ado Annie). He is a long-time resident of Lewisville with his wife, Jean, and daughter, Claire (who also appeared in Oklahoma!), sings with Musical Feast, and is a GLAC board member.

SIR SELSON PIDDOCK:  (Ebenezer Scrooge) created the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in the Stykes-Upon-Thump Repertory Company's original production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL fifteen years ago.  He began his theatrical career in the role of Man With Broken Watch with the Sudsbury Theatre production of THAT'S MY WIG - YOU SOT, a role he reprised in the Sudsbury Theatre production of WHY ARE YOU WEARING MY MAKEUP? and subsequently toured in, throughout Australia and upper Michigan.  Other credits include roles in DON'T WORRY - THE SCAB WILL HEAL, THOSE DANGLING LOBES, and TANGOS ARE FOR DANCING.  Movie goers will recognize him from his appearances in the crowd scenes of many major motion pictures, and as the voice on the TeleMovie Cinema Information Line.  He dedicates this evening's performance to his wife of thirty-two years, Magda.  He hates cats.

Lana Hilton (Mrs. Bettina Salisbury) - returns to GLCT as a true "Character Actress" in this seasonal farce, with a reminder that we never truly know what our capabilities are until they are challenged. Lana's career in theatre spans several decades and includes performances of The Bad Seed, The Dining Room, Little Women, and The Christmas Carol. A special thank you to my husband, Jay Hilton, and to Kaitlyn our 16 year old grand-daughter for your loving and generous support.

MRS.  BETTINA SALISBURY:  (Emily Cratchit and other roles) is one of the many legends of the theatre.  She made her stage debut at the age of two as the Dancing Lemondrop in the controversial Torn Ligament Ballet Company production of MRS. CLAUS AND CHRISTMAS BUNNUMS GO SLEDDING.  She has been a thespian ever since and has appeared in over 247 productions throughout the world.  Preferring to perform her craft in the classics, Mrs. Salisbury may be remembered for her interpretation of Hedda Gabler as Willy Loman.  As she says "No guts! No Glory!" She has made numerous appearances on televisions and in food marts throughout the country.

Suzy Dotson (Mrs. Cordelia ffoliet-ffolkes-ffortescue Woods) – makes her second appearance at GLCT. She appeared as Annie Robbins in Proposals, at the first of the year. Some of her favorite productions include Noises Off, Run for your Wife, Pride and Prejudice and Other People’s Money. Suzy would like to thank her husband, Jim, for all of his support.

MRS.  CORDELIA ffOLIET-ffOLKES-ffORTESCUE WOODS:  (Martha Cratchit and other roles) comes to us fresh from her successful tour with the Nabisco Players in their production of WHO'S LOOKING AT WHO AND WHY? in which she won acclaim and the Bronze Medal for Theatrical Mediocrity for her performance as Woman With Runny Nose Who Is Unable To Locate A Tissue.  She is a graduate of the Beatrice LaPeu School of Dramatics and Lawn Care.  Her favorite role to date, besides those which she will be performing this evening, include Brenda with the Really Damp Theatre Company.  Regretfully, however, she has forgotten the name of the show.

Cleveland Becher(Mr. Elyot Crummels) – is proud to be back at GLCT after a two year absence, last performing as Roderick in 'The Uninvited'. Since then he has had the wonderful opportunity to have appeared in Touchstone Pictures Swingvote. Cleveland would like to dedicate his performances to his Grandmother Laura Nance. I miss you, Grandma, and I'm still not 300 lbs.

MR.  ELYOT CRUMMELS:  (Bob Cratchit and other roles) made his stage debut at the age of four in the role of Nellie in SOUTH PACIFIC.  No stranger to audiences locally and in other parts of the city, Elyot is currently writing a book about his theatrical experiences entitled "Why Are You In My Light?" He has appeared in several minor roles with the Seriously Defective Shakespeare Festival, and has toured extensively throughout Mexico.  World travelers may recognize Elyot from his dancing days as a dance company member on board the cruise ship M/S Wayward.

Kerry M. Davis, Jr (Teddy Shub ) – has lived in Lewisville for most of his life, but graduated from Lake Dallas High School. In 1998, Lake Dallas won the District 9-3A State Championship UIL One Act Play competition, where was honored as All-State All Star Cast for his role. After high school, he pursued theater at Lon Morris College on scholarship before attending Sam Houston State University. Kerry is married, works for a production company, and fronts his own Texas country band.

TEDDY SHUB:  (Nephew Fred and other roles) makes his stage debut this evening.  Previous credits include BEANS! BEANS! BEANS!, STOP IF THE LIGHT TURNS RED, THE LIGHT GOES OUT IF YOU CLOSE THE DOOR, MRS.  HOT TODDY AND THE WHOOPEE BOYS!, and THE BUTLER'S DENTURES.

Nancy Thorne (Dame Rowena Middleton-Lewis) - is happy to be on-stage again at GLCT after a lengthy interlude of behind the scenes work. She and her husband Bill have been involved in various capacities for 25 years. She was last seen on stage in Enchanted April, but her most memorable role was Rabbit in Winnie-the-Pooh.

DAME ROWENA MIDDLETON-LEWIS:  (Ghost of Christmas-Yet-to-Come and other roles) is fondly remembered by audiences for her performance of Angela the Twit in the ARTYNMSRT's premiere production of YOU'RE STEPPING ON MY LIP PLATE! She has spent several half-seasons with the Rangoon Repertory Company, Burma, and three full seasons with the Hadley Dinner Theatre and Rodeo.  Dame Rowena may also be heard on the air waves in PR radio serial WHICH WAY IS UP?, and as the voice of Clarice on the children's animated special SCRAPPY-THE HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS MONKEY, and maybe seen on television as the Spokeswoman for Spatula World commercials.  She will next be seen in her one-woman show GOD BLESS BETSY ROSS at the Best Western Motor Inn, 1-95.

Natalie Hamilton (Cynthia Imbry ) - is making her 3rd appearance on the GLCT stage. Previously she was seen as Vivian in this summer's Oklahoma!During the 2007 season, she played Agnes/Amanda in Gypsy. She would like to give a special thanks to all her family and friends for their continued love and support.  Phillipians 1:7.

CYNTHIA IMBRY:  is the company understudy.  She likes to read.