Nunsense Jamboree
February 13 - February 28
By Dan Goggin
In the first Nunsense, a wacky nun known as Sister Mary Amnesia regained her memory and recalled that she always wanted to be a country singer. In Nunsense II, her dream became one step closer to reality when Reverend Mother landed a recording contract for her. In this show, Nunsense Jamboree, Sister Amnesia's dream is realized as she headlines a brand-new show promoting her debut album, I Could've Gone to Nashville.
Cheered by audiences and critics alike as funny and fast-paced, this hilarious hoedown is Nunsense fun with a Laugh-In/Hee-Haw/Grand Ole Opry slant. Outrageously funny musical numbers include "Every Day of the Week Is a Saturday," "Do Unto Others," "The Delta Queen," "We Miss You, Patsy Cline," "A Technicolor Woman" and "A Cowgirl from Canarsie." You say you're not a country music fan? Don't worry -- this country music is "Nunsense theatrical-style," guaranteed to please any Nunsense fan!
NUNSENSE JAMBOREE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
CAST
ELSA SCOTT BESLER (Sister Mary Paul, AKA ‘Amnesia’)
Elsa Scott Besler is happy to be back in Hillsboro for SISTER AMNESIA’S COUNTRY WESTERN NUNSENSE JAMBOREE! She has been lucky enough to perform all over the country from Alaska to Texas to NYC. Local audiences may recognize her from HELLO, DOLLY! and A CHRISTMAS STORY. Many thanks to her loving family and her always supportive husband, T.J. Enjoy the show!
HEATH RAWLS (Father Virgil Manly Trott)
Heath Rawls is from McKinney, Texas, and has a degree in musical theatre from the University of Central Oklahoma. He is very excited to return to The Harmony after playing Will Parker in OKLAHOMA! this past summer. Performance credits include: Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma: CHRISTMAS CAROL (Fred/Young Scrooge), Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Motel), Cedar Summerstock: FOREVER PLAID (Francis), SPAMALOT (Sir Galahad), UCO: CITY OF ANGELS (Stine) He would like to thank his friends, his family, and everybody involved with this show for all of their support!
HALEY IVERSON (Sister Robert Anne)
Haley Iverson is thrilled to be a part of The Harmony’s first production of their 2026 season! Haley is from Dayton, Ohio, and graduated from The Warren County Career Center for welding. She was a TIG welder for General Electric Aviation before deciding to pursue theatre full time. Recent credits include Ensemble/Louise u/s in HOLIDAY INN, Vera Claythorne in AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, Slim in OKLAHOMA! Pattie in BEEHIVE THE 60’S MUSICAL, Francine Valli in JERSEY BOYS, and Wilbur in CHARLOTTE’S WEB.
SOPHIA KILBURG (Sister Mary Leo, Dance Captain)
Sophia Kilburg is thrilled to return to the Harmony stage! You may have previously seen her in OKLAHOMA! or HOLIDAY INN. Other favorite credits include: CHICAGO, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, JERSEY BOYS, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, WHITE CHRISTMAS, and SEUSSICAL at Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Four Corners Musical Theater Co., Scout Finch in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Mockingbird On Main, and Kathy Selden in SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN at Quad City Music Guild. Originally from Davenport, Iowa, Sophia graduated from the University of Iowa with degrees in Theatre Arts and English. She teaches at Keynotes Vocal Studio, and is a freelance director/choreographer in the Quad City area. She would like to thank her family, her friends, and her partner Noah for their support! @sophiakilburg
SAMANTHA BAGDON (Sister Mary Wilhelm)
Now based in NYC, Samantha grew up in New Hampshire where she received her B.A. in Musical Theatre Performance from Plymouth State University. Previous appearances at Myers/Harmony: Most recently seen as Linda Mason in HOLIDAY INN; other roles in OUR TOWN, A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL, MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, CINDERELLA, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET,CHARLOTTE’S WEB and AND THEN THERE WERE NONE. Regional credits include: HAIRSPRAY, SHREK THE MUSICAL, INTO THE WOODS, I LOVE YOU BECAUSE. Enjoy the show!
PRODUCTION STAFF
REBECCA LEA (Director)
Rebecca is thrilled to be spending some time with the Little Sisters of Hoboken again after her performance in NUNSENSE II as Sister Robert Anne! She’s also very grateful for this opportunity to grow her directing skills after last season’s CHARLOTTE’S WEB. After receiving her degree in Voice Performance from Ball State University, Rebecca pursued a career in the hospitality industry and held positions with several small businesses specializing in Event Planning, Sales, Marketing and Creative Direction. Rebecca first appeared onstage at MDT in 2022 and became a full-time staff member and resident artist for the theater in 2024. Favorite MDT/Harmony credits include: Leah in TWO BY TWO; Marty in GREASE; Truvy in STEEL MAGNOLIAS; Doris Walker in MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET; LUCY in YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN; and Doctor Armstrong in AND THEN THERE WERE NONE. She is incredibly grateful for all of the opportunities and experiences she’s been given through this theater and thanks all who continue to support the arts!
TERESA ROSS (Music Director)
Teresa is grateful to be performing in her fifth 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.
RACHAEL HENRY JOHNSON (Choreographer)
Rachael Henry Johnson is so excited to be returning to The Harmony Theater as a choreographer! She was last seen at Harmony as Ado Annie in OKLAHOMA!; which she also had the honor of choreographing! Past favorite directing/choreography credits include PIPPIN, LEGALLY BLONDE, WEST SIDE STORY, and the regional premiere licensing workshop production of ALICE BY HEART! She would like to thank her amazing husband, Kevin Ray Johnson (who you might also have seen on the Harmony stage this past summer!), for his endless love and support!
JESSICA MASNER (Production Stage Manager)
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she received a Bachelor’s in Theatre from Indiana State University. She loves spending time with her three cats, Coretta, Bean, and Refried and working with her rather large house plant collection. Jessica has been working at Harmony Theater (formally 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 other career highlights include: Stage Manager for two local show tours around the Terre Haute area and another to Chicago, Core Member/Stage Manager for Theater 7, and multiple summer seasons as a Stage Manager with Putnam County Playhouse and Crossroads Repertory Theatre. Many thanks to her family and friends for their love and support!
Executive Producers: Mark & Misty McGrady
Artistic Team: Rebecca Lea (Coordinator); Noah Johnson (Personnel/Casting Director); Austin Russell (Creative/Education)
Outreach & Promotions: Teresa Ross
Sets: Rebecca Lea, Terry Martin, Mark McGrady, Austin Michael Russell
Scenic Painting: Teresa Ross
Costume Design: Rebecca Lea
Costume Assistance: Elinda Doty, Noah Johnson, Jessica Masner, Austin Michael Russell
Properties Designer: Jessica Masner
Lights/Sound: Jessica Masner, Austin Michael Russell; TJ Bird
Marketing/Graphic Design/Photography/Video: Rebecca Lea
Hospitality & Operations: Misty McGrady
Kitchen Manager: Mark McGrady
Beverage Director: Rebecca Lea
Gift Shop: Jane Bowers
Box Office: Bill Rubenstein