The Boys Next Door by Tom Griffin Directed by John B. Harper February 26, 27 & March 5, 6, 1999

THE BOYS NEXT DOOR is a play that was important to many members of our group for a variety of reasons. As a play with a focus on mentally and emotionally challenged persons, it puts forth a number of serious social issues in a compelling way. At the same time, it treats these special characters with humor and grace, and with a very personal touch. Three of the cast had played their character before in other productions, and others had been associated with a previous production. So this was for most of us an occasion to dig even deeper into the characters and their situations. In the end, it was rewarding to be told by so many health care and social services professionals that we did our job well and with great sensitivity.

The Cast
Arnold Wiggins	Matthew Falduto
Lucien P. Smith	Scott Humeston
Jack	Tim Budd
Norman Bulansky	Tim Barnes
Barry Klemper	Brandon Elliott
Mrs. Hedges, Mrs. Warren, Mrs. Corbin	Cathie Berglund
Sheila	Susan Short Gilbert
Mr. Klemper	Jerry Howe
Mrs. Fremus, Clara, Senator Clark	Barbara Lee

Production Crew
Assistant Director & Stage Manager	Penny Hall
Costume and Properties Design	Judy Carlson
Set Design	Brian Gilbert, Michael Stokes, John B. Harper
Light Design	Brian Gilbert
Sound Design	Brian Gilbert, John Harper
Hair Design	Gary Rose
Choreography	Derrick Toney, Judy Carlson
Set Construction	Brian Gilbert, John Kalohn, Michael Stokes
Costume Construction	Judy Carlson, Jean Newkirk
Assistant Stage Manager	Michael Stout
Light Operators	Chris Gerken, Brian Gilbert
Sound Operators	Michael Stout, Kit Gerken, Eric Eggenberger
Announcer's Voice	George Stratton