Gilligan’s Island: The Musical
Words & Music by Hope and Laurence Juber
Book by Sherwood Schwartz and Lloyd J. Schwartz
Based on the TV show “Gilligan’s Island” created by Sherwood Schwartz
Gilligan’s Island: The Musical is a family-friendly stage musical version of the ever popular and iconic 60’s TV comedy show “Gilligan’s Island”. Shipwrecked on a remote Pacific island, the seven castaways build huts and begin to explore their surroundings. They discover strange hieroglyphics in a spooky cave, which speak of an ancient legend. The weather gets rough, Gilligan foils the best-laid of the castaway’s rescue plans…romance develops…the castaways have an out-of-this-world encounter…it’s fun, wacky and entertaining with 18 original, tuneful and memorable songs.
Gilligan’s Island: The Musical is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global (www.broadwaylicensing.com)
September 13 - September 27
CAST
XANDER HAAN (Gilligan)
Xander Haan graduated from Purdue in 2024, majoring in both Theatre Acting / Film Production. GILLIGAN’S ISLAND: THE MUSICAL (Gilligan) is Xander’s second show with The Harmony Theater. His last appearance was as Linus in YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN! However, he has otherwise acted in over forty shows around Indiana. His favorite past roles include Bernard in BOEING, BOEING, Daddy Cane in BRIGHT STAR, Aaron Zadok in ENTROPICS, and Priest Annas in JESUS CHRIST SUPER STAR. He spends his free time creating his own films such as MY STUFFED MONKEY or THE CITRUS KILLER. After he gets off this island… he wishes to continue pursuing his passion of acting. He’d like to thank his family, friends, and fellow cast & crew for all of their support! You can find this castaway on IG: @xander.haan
NATHANIEL WRIGHT (The Skipper)
Nathaniel is originally from Austin, Texas. He is a huge fan of all Texas sports from UT football to the Houston Rockets. Nathaniel graduated with a B.F.A in Acting from Shenandoah Conservatory. This is his third Harmony musical and he's excited to return. Recently he has been in productions of MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET as Kris Kringle, DON’T HUG ME as Aarvid, THE CHRISTMAS CANDY CAPER as Elwood Gooberling, 12 ANGRY JURORS as Juror 12, and NORA: A DOLL’S HOUSE as Daniel. Nathaniel's always been a bit of a nerd with some of his favorite things other than theatre being D&D, Magic the Gathering and Poker. He wants to thank his family for their endless support and love.
DON HART (Thurston Howell III)
Don Hart is so excited to be back at Harmony! And he is ESPECIALLY excited to portray Thurston Howell III in The Harmony Theater’s production of GILLIGAN’S ISLAND: THE MUSICAL! He hopes you all come aboard for that show. His favorite role of all time is Noah in the musical, THE ARK.
TERESA ROSS (Mrs. ‘Lovey’ Howell)
Teresa is grateful to be performing in her fourth season at The Harmony Theater (formerly Myers Dinner Theatre). Previous roles include: Jack’s Mother in INTO THE WOODS; Stepmother in CINDERELLA; Esther in TWO BY TWO; Clairee in STEEL MAGNOLIAS; Reverend Mother in NUNSENSE 2; Clara in DON’T HUG ME. Teresa earned music education degrees from Indiana University (B.M.E.) and Indiana State University (M.M.E.). Retired from teaching music and drama in Indiana and Illinois, Teresa teaches private music lessons, writes songs and devotionals, and volunteers at the horse camp at Hanging Rock Christian Camp. Teresa sends special love to her children, Brandon and Amber.
LILLIAN NORTH (Ginger Grant)
Lillian is so excited to be back at the Harmony Theater after previously appearing in HONKY TONK ANGELS (Darlene), DIAL M FOR MURDER (Margot) and 9 TO 5 (Violet). She is a proud North Carolina native and is so thankful for her Hillsboro family! She would like to thank her family, friends and Will for all of their support.
ANDREW MEYER (The Professor)
Andrew is incredibly excited to return to the Harmony stage with another amazing group of exceptionally talented people. First and foremost, he wants to send his heartfelt love and gratitude to his wife and family for dealing with the added stress of his absence from home these past few weeks. After getting started in theatre over 20 years ago, Andrew's passion for the stage has only increased with each subsequent production. Trained in lighting design at Purdue University, he now spends most of his time under the lights instead of behind them, but he maintains a deep fondness for the technical side of theatre as well. Previous roles include: Peter in COMPANY, John Worthing in THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, Reuben Soady ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT, Lurch in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, and Lucien P. Smith in THE BOYS NEXT DOOR.
ANABELLA NIEWIADOMSKI (Mary Ann)
Anabella hails from a small town in northern Indiana, where she got her musical start as a church cantor at the tender age of nine. A classically trained vocalist and theatre graduate of Millikin University, she portrayed the legendary Lotte Lenya in her college’s production of BERLIN TO BROADWAY WITH KURT WEILL. Anabella is thrilled to be a part of The Harmony Theater!
LEXY PEREZ (Alien)
Lexy is thrilled to be back on the Harmony stage! While Harmony was her professional debut, she has done many shows in community theatres in an around Hendricks county.
PRODUCTION STAFF
TJ BIRD (Light & Sound Design)
TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor's in Voice Performance. Career highlights include: Training and touring for Missoula Children's Theatre, performer and Company Manager for Round Barn Theatre, Teaching Theater Artist for Kidstock! Creative Theater, Artistic Associate for Towle Theater, and performing many other staff and technical positions throughout their career. Favorite performance credits include: Nicely-Nicely Johnson in GUYS AND DOLLS, Eugene in SH-BOOM!, Leslie in LOVE, SEX & THE I.R.S., Pap/King in BIG RIVER, Mr. Bumble in OLIVER, and Willard Hewitt in FOOTLOOSE! Sending love and thanks to their family and friends that support their dreams, and thank YOU for supporting live theater! travisbird.weebly.com
KATE WALKER (Director/Choreographer; Scenic Design, Projections)
Kate is honored to be back in Hillsboro at The Harmony Theater in this new role. She has directed/choreographed more than twenty-six shows in central Indiana - most recently HT’s BEEHIVE - and performed in almost as many. Some directing favorites include INTO THE WOODS, CHILDREN OF EDEN, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, CABARET, A CHORUS LINE, ANYTHING GOES, THE 39 STEPS and MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. She is a proud Ball State Theatre grad – and thanks her family, especially husband Rick, for their love and never-ending support; she also thanks each of you for supporting live theatre in Central Indiana. Enjoy the show!
JOHN PHILLIPS (Music Director)
John has been performing since the age of 5 when he sang his first solo at his kindergarten graduation. He has been a part of the Indianapolis theatre scene since 1980 and has worked at most of the theaters in town. John is an 18-time Encore Award Winner and was named “Best Actor In A Musical” by the Indianapolis Star for his portrayal of Ko-Ko in The Mikado at the Edyvean. He is thrilled to have appeared in the World Premiere of Hairspray in concert with the Indianapolis & Baltimore Symphony Orchestras, starring Tony Award Winner, Beth Leavel, Mickey Dolenz of “The Monkees”, & John Waters, the author of Hairspray.
JESSICA ALLTOP (Production Stage Manager, Props Designer)
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she received a Bachelor’s in Theatre from Indiana State University. She lives with her husband, Ethan, their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried, and her rather large houseplant collection. Jessica has been working at The Harmony Theater (formerly Myers Dinner Theatre) off and on since 2012 in a few different positions including Costume Assistant/Seamstress, Costumer, Prop Manager, and Production Stage Manager. Some career highlights include: Stage Manger for THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE with Crossroads Repertory Theatre (both in house and local tour), Core Member/Stage Manager for Theater 7, multiple summer seasons as Stage Manager with Putnam County Playhouse and Crossroads Repertory Theatre, and Stage Manager for the COMING TO SEE AUNT SOPHIE tour to the Chopin Theatre through Crossroads Repertory Theatre. Many thanks to her family and friends for their love and support!
ELINDA DOTY (Costume Assistant)
Elinda is from Avon, IN and enjoys working with local community theaters. She is the costumer for Brownsburg High School Concert & Show Choirs. Hoping to keep an asthmatic child of the 60's entertained on the couch, Mom enrolled me in "Craft of the Month". Much to her dismay the result was me repurposing my new tangerine orange swimsuit into a babydoll dress. Since my 1st machine at age 10, sewing is still my happy place. Thanks for all the support from family and friends.