Virtual Program
Director's Note
Some stories just transcend our experience. They take root in the soil of a culture and grow, like the Great Oak in Sherwood. Odysseus. Noah. Hamlet. Cyrano.
But all pale before the global treasure that is the story of Robin Hood. The archer, the avenger of wrongs, the generous thief, the fast friend, the champion of the poor and downtrodden. He and his beloved Maid Marian, his allies and his enemies have graced us non-stop for nine centuries.
Tonight we will take a few—okay, maybe quite a few—liberties with the legend, but only out of love. We honor the man, the tale, the legacy in our hearts.
Michael Lynch, Director
CAST
Kenneth Walter and Jamie Swearingen
Robin Hood and Maid Marian
Kenneth Walter is thrilled to be part of Sherwood this year! His previous credits include Avenue Q (Nicky/Bad Idea Bear 6) and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Leaf Coneybear), both with WYNOT Productions. He’s also performed in several Pueblo summer Musicals, including Hello, Dolly! (Horace Vandergelder), Les Misérables (Bishop of Digne/Various), Beauty and the Beast (Cogsworth), Damn Yankees (Applegate), and Shrek: The Musical (Ensemble/Featured). He is excited to bring his passion for theater to the stage once again, and thanks his family for all their support and love.
Jamie Swearingen has been with The Impossible Players since 2017. During this time she has been a stage manager, producer, assistant director and actor. Her more notable roles include Kayleen in Gruesome Playground Injuries, Molly in The Smell of the Kill and Ginny in Five Lesbians Eating a Quiche. She is excited to bring this show to all of you!
William Hambric and Frank Anderson
Friar Tuck and Little John
Will's been on our stage for three years now but ask anyone who knows him he's been impossible all his life. Will doesn't do this to elevate the theatre: he admits he's just addicted to applause.
Frank was part of Characters for Christ for many years in Colorado Springs, and just recently became a part of Impossible players this past year. Most recently, he was in “Reading Between the Lies" as Detective Cross.
Johnny Lucero and Taylor Cardinal
Sheriff of Nottingham and Sir Guy
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Editor's Note: According to an online Rune Translator, "Johnny was born third in a litter of three and was voted most likely to get slapped by his high school classmates. He is one of two remaining bachelors in his whole family and was deemed most likely to die alone by his cousins."
Taylor Cardinal is happy to be back at the Playhouse, especially under the direction of Michael Lynch who previously cast him as Captain Smullet in Treasure Island. Taylor has been in too many productions to list here. Most recently, he was found behind the light board for Savannah Sipping Society.
Rodney Stimmel and Mike Reininger
Prince John and The Stranger
Rodney has been acting with The Impies for about 23 years, starting with The Sting and now Sherwood, with a scattering of shiny plays in between. He's thrilled to be performing for Michael again and having a blast working with many old friends, as well as a bunch of new ones. He wants to thank his wife, Trina, and his son, Logan, for supporting his acting whims—love you too, Roman! He hopes to see Trina up on stage soon. And of course, he wants to give a huge thank you to the audience—none of this would be nearly as fun without you.
Mike Reininger, Musician/Actor from Pueblo, Colorado. Past roles include; Caiaphas - Jesus Christ Superstar. Pharaoh - Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat. Trekkie Monster - Avenue Q. Lurch - Addams Family Musical. Orin Scrivello DDS - Little Shop of Horrors. Lancelot - Spamalot. Chief - One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. Jesus - Reefer Madness. Jesus - Spelling Bee. After 40+ years on the road drumming for Rock Bands it’s good to be back home in Pueblo. There’s no place like home!
AJ Nile and Jace Hawkins
Deorwynn and Young Robin
AJ Nile is super excited to be involved with their second show at The Impossible Players. They were the drama club president in high school, and they played almost exclusively middle-aged men throughout high school.
Jace is thrilled to be making his acting debut here at the Impossible Playhouse. He would like to thank his family for this opportunity and their support.
THE PEOPLE OF NOTTINGHAM
AND OF THE SURROUNDING FOREST
Uel Thompson
Robin's Father, Several Guards and Soldiers, A Thief, A Merry Man of Sherwood
Uel Thompson is an educator- and an Uncle. He has been involved with the Impossible Players since he was but a wee lad. From playing the child Dill in "To Kill a Mockingbird" to playing an old man in the purgatory known as "Steambath", he is happy to be making a return to the stage playing several of the many denizens of Robinhood's home - Sherwood Forest.
Marvin Hays
A Hangman, A Man Hit By An Arrow, A Poor Miller, A Priest, A Dancer, An Austrian Guard, A Captain, A Merry Man of Sherwood
Marvin has been involved with the Impossible Players for over 25 years. He's happy to be back on stage for this, hopefully funny show and great cast.
Rodrigo Contreras
A Weapons Instructor, A Drinking Buddy, A Would-Be Rapist, A Dancer, A Frenchman, An Archer, A Merry Man of Sherwood
This is Rodrigo's first show at The Impossible Players! He's from Northern California, where he majored in Theatre and worked in musicals and the SCHA-sphere as well. He is very excited to be a part of Sherwood because it's been almost 7 years since his last show!
Ryan Reedy
A Drinking Buddy, A Soldier, A Tax Collector, An Assassin, A Messenger, A Dancer, A Spanish Man, A Delivery Person, A Merry Man of Sherwood
This is Ryan's first show acting with The Impossible Players. He ran lights for The Tin Woman just before this show and is just ecstatic to finally flex his acting chops on this stage for the first time.
Taylor Anaya-Estrada
Robin's Mother, A Girlfriend, A Tavern Owner, A Dancer, A French Woman, An Archer, A Jailer, A Merry Woman of Sherwood
Taylor Anaya-Estrada has been participating in several productions at the Impossible Players sporadically over the years. The first production being in 2011, The Night of the Living Dead. Her most memorable at the play house has been Chelsea from The Tree. After getting a BA in Theatre and also doing commercial work, this is the first time doing live theatre since graduating. She is so excited to be all of these people for you and show you all of our hard work!
Donna Hickman
A Midwife, A Family Retainer, A Would-Be Rape Victim, A Spy, A Dancer, A Spanish Woman, A Scorekeeper, A Merry Woman of Sherwood
Donna is thrilled to be a part of the Impy's presentation of "Sherwood". She hopes that you enjoy it as much as she has enjoyed being a part of it.
Kennette Oldham
A Pedagogue, An Innkeeper, A Nun, Several Guards and Soldiers, A Dancer, A Merry Woman of Sherwood
I've been an Impy for a long time and it's also been a long time since I've been on stage. So glad I am being directed by Micheal. He was my very first director and one of my favorite directors. Always a fun show with him and who knows what a person will learn in one of his shows. In White Sheep of the Family I learned to be a pick pocket. Another career?? Maybe!!! Hope you have a great time watching the show.
Barbara Clemans
A Hangman, Several Guards and Soldiers, A Nun, An Assassin, An Austrian Guard, A Merry Woman of Sherwood
Barbara Clemans is passionate about her Viking, art, and Impossible Players. 'Find what makes you happy and do it often.'
CREW
CREW
Michael Lynch and Jeff Garman
Director and Assistant Director
Michael Lynch (Director) has been an active Imp since 1967. Sherwood is the tenth play Michael directed for the group. He also wrote two Impy productions, Treasure Island and Mummified! Michael thanks his family, especially Sue and Allie
Jeff has been with the Imps for over 30 years. This is his first foray as an assistant director. It has been quite the learning experience. Hope you enjoy the show.
Meg Hatton-Versteeg
Producer
Michele Sweeney
Props
Daric Bassett
Sound Operation
Jeanne Garman
Digital Communication
JD Brown
Photography
Dawn Thompson
Choreographer
Daric Bassett
Lighting and Sound Design
Sally Sprafka
Costume Design
Heather SanDuVall
Concession
Kara Wiley
Marketing
Darin Stuart
Fight Direction
Michael Lynch
Set Design
Ken Thompson
Marquee
Laurel Wright
Concession
Barbara Clemens
Marketing
Mikey Deulen
Stage Manager
Alora Decker
Lighting Operation
Jar
House Manager
Lexi Deary
Graphic Design
Heather SanDuVall
Marketing
Construction Crew
Jerry Brown
Lore Buswell
Donita Cameron
Barbara Clemens
Jeff Garman
Mike George
Meg Hatton-Versteeg
Donna Hickman
Johnny Lucero
Linda Randl
Craig Smith
Dennie Sorwell
Greg Sorwell
Michele Sweeney
Kara Wiley
Ryan Yanke
Special Thanks
Michael Clemans, Jeanne Garman, David Lewis, Sue Lynch, Allie Hawkins