Nunsense II: The Second Coming
Musical Comedy
May 3 - June 1, 2024
Book, Music and Lyrics by Dan Goggin
Produced by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.
Nunsense 2: The Second Coming.takes place six weeks after the sisters have staged their first benefit. The sisters are back presenting a "thank-you" show for all the people who supported them in the past. But now, they're a bit slicker, having been "bitten by the theater bug." Things get off to a rousing start as the sisters sing Nunsense, the Magic Word, but before long, chaos erupts. Two Franciscans come to claim Sister Mary Amnesia (who has won the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes) as one of their own. At the same time the nuns hear that a talent scout is in the audience to see them strut their stuff. From the riotous bingo game run by Sister Amnesia to the hilarious duet, What Would Elvis Do?, to the rousing finale, There's Only One Way to End Your Prayers and That's to Say Amen!, this show will have you rolling in the aisles!
A Note from the Director...
Welcome to Nunsense II: The Second Coming!
Teamwork is the way we get productions up in ten days at MDT! A few years ago, we did Nunsense and we reckoned it was the perfect time to bring the Sisters of Hoboken back to Hillsboro, IN. These memorable characters are nuns with a flair for drama! If you enjoyed the first Nunsense, you’re going to fall in love with the sequel. Dan Goggin has written a brilliant sequel that resonates closely with the original. The sisters will be singing and dancing their way across Mount St. Helen's stage, which is dressed for the Hoboken Music Society's upcoming production of The Mikado. They are ready to be back in the spotlight to catch us up on what’s happened since they became rich! Of course, havoc always has a way of rearing its ugly face for these humble nuns. However, the sisters will surely pull through by the final curtain!
These talented ladies have been an absolute joy to work with! We’ve been working hard to bring this high-spirited and zany show to life. I cannot thank the cast and crew enough for collaborating with me, your kindness and support is greatly appreciated. We are beyond happy that you are here and supporting live theater! We wouldn’t be here without YOU. Please spread the word so we can pack this house for every show!
- TJ Bird, Director/Company & Production Manager
Cast Bios
Teresa Ross (Sister Mary Regina, Mother Superior)
Susan Boilek Smith (Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices)
Susan Boilek Smith (Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices)
Teresa is in her third season at Myers Dinner Theater. Previous roles include: Jack’s Mother in INTO THE WOODS, Stepmother in CINDERELLA, Esther in TWO BY TWO and Clairee in STEEL MAGNOLIAS. She has served as music director at this theater and Danville Light Opera. Teresa earned music education degrees from Indiana University (B.M/E.) and
Teresa is in her third season at Myers Dinner Theater. Previous roles include: Jack’s Mother in INTO THE WOODS, Stepmother in CINDERELLA, Esther in TWO BY TWO and Clairee in STEEL MAGNOLIAS. She has served as music director at this theater and Danville Light Opera. 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.
Susan Boilek Smith (Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices)
Susan Boilek Smith (Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices)
Susan Boilek Smith (Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices)
Susan Boilek Smith is quite comfortable wearing a nun’s habit after multiple performances as Mother Abbess in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, rapping Sr. Mary Lazarus in SISTER ACT and as Mother Superior in NUNSENSE. She is a retired CPA, and has enjoyed performing in, directing and producing shows at numerous area theaters over several decades.
Rebecca Lea Evans (Sister Robert Anne)
Susan Boilek Smith (Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices)
Margaret Warrington (Sister Mary Paul, AKA 'Amnesia')
Rebecca is ecstatic to be in Hillsboro and back on the MDT stage! Audiences may remember her past performances as Marty in GREASE, Truvy in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Leah in TWO BY TWO and appearances in WHITE CHRISTMAS and DOUBLEWIDE, TEXAS. Other favorite roles include Doris Walker in MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, Doralee in 9 TO 5, Widow Corney in OL
Rebecca is ecstatic to be in Hillsboro and back on the MDT stage! Audiences may remember her past performances as Marty in GREASE, Truvy in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Leah in TWO BY TWO and appearances in WHITE CHRISTMAS and DOUBLEWIDE, TEXAS. Other favorite roles include Doris Walker in MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, Doralee in 9 TO 5, Widow Corney in OLIVER!, and Deb in ELF. As a graduate of Ball State University, she received her degree in Vocal Performance where she performed several opera classics. Much love to all her supporters!
Margaret Warrington (Sister Mary Paul, AKA 'Amnesia')
Margaret Warrington (Sister Mary Paul, AKA 'Amnesia')
Margaret Warrington (Sister Mary Paul, AKA 'Amnesia')
She/Her, based in NYC, MDT newbie! While this is her own second coming (her second time performing in NUNSENSE 2), it’s her first time playing sweet Amnesia (that she remembers.) She is very grateful. Check out her EP cover album- now on iTunes, Amazon, etc., and coming to Spotify soon. Many thanks to all at MDT, her family, friends and advisors. MargaretWarrington.com
Anna Powell (Sister Mary Leo)
Margaret Warrington (Sister Mary Paul, AKA 'Amnesia')
Anna Powell (Sister Mary Leo)
Anna is super excited to join the cast of Nunsense 2. Hailing from Lafayette, Indiana, Anna has been performing in featured roles since the age of 5 in productions of SHREK, NEWSIES, ANNIE, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and most recently, CINDERELLA here at MDT. Anna plans to enter the American Musical and Dramati
Anna is super excited to join the cast of Nunsense 2. Hailing from Lafayette, Indiana, Anna has been performing in featured roles since the age of 5 in productions of SHREK, NEWSIES, ANNIE, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and most recently, CINDERELLA here at MDT. Anna plans to enter the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York in the fall. Anna would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her pursuit of a career in musical theatre.
Don Hart (Brother Michael)
Margaret Warrington (Sister Mary Paul, AKA 'Amnesia')
Anna Powell (Sister Mary Leo)
Don was last seen on this stage passed out on a couch as Floyd Spinner in LOVE, SEX, & the IRS. Other favorite roles have been Eddie in PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, Samuel in THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Mr. Laurence in LITTLE WOMEN, Grimsby in Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID and his favorite role of all time, Noah in THE ARK. Thank you for supporting live theatre in Hillsboro!
Staff Bios
TJ Bird (Director/Company Manager, Light & Sound Design)
TJ Bird (Director/Company Manager, Light & Sound Design)
TJ Bird (Director/Company Manager, Light & Sound Design)
TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor’s in Voice Performance. Some career highlights are that they toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre, performed six seasons with the Round Barn Theatre at the former Amish Acres, and have covered many different staff and technical positions throughout their c
TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor’s in Voice Performance. Some career highlights are that they toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre, performed six seasons with the Round Barn Theatre at the former Amish Acres, and have covered many different staff and technical positions throughout their career. Favorite credits include: Nicely-Nicely Johnson in GUYS AND DOLLS, Eugene in SH-BOOM!, Jesus in GODSPELL, Pap/King in BIG RIVER, Mr. Bumble in OLIVER! and Willard Hewitt in FOOTLOOSE! Thank you to everyone who supports their dreams, and thank YOU for supporting live theater! travisbirdtenor.weebly.com
John Phillips (Music Director)
TJ Bird (Director/Company Manager, Light & Sound Design)
TJ Bird (Director/Company Manager, Light & Sound Design)
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
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.
Dion Stover (Artistic Director/ Costumes & Set Design)
Dion Stover (Artistic Director/ Costumes & Set Design)
Dion Stover (Artistic Director/ Costumes & Set Design)
Dion is a Chicago native with a B.A. in Musical Theatre Performance from Columbia College. Myers audiences may recognize him from Queen of Bingo (Sis) and Into the Woods (Baker). Credits include: Mamma Mia (Harry Bright), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Frank N Furter), Sheer Madness (Tony Whitcomb), Double Wide Texas (Baby) and The Addam
Dion is a Chicago native with a B.A. in Musical Theatre Performance from Columbia College. Myers audiences may recognize him from Queen of Bingo (Sis) and Into the Woods (Baker). Credits include: Mamma Mia (Harry Bright), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Frank N Furter), Sheer Madness (Tony Whitcomb), Double Wide Texas (Baby) and The Addams Family (Mal Beineke). He wishes to thank this hardworking cast and crew for all of their hard work and sharing their talent. Much love to his family, friends and especially, Serge, for all of the love and support.
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Dion Stover (Artistic Director/ Costumes & Set Design)
Dion Stover (Artistic Director/ Costumes & Set Design)
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she lives with her husband, Ethan, and their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried. Jessica has worked on shows out at Myers Dinner Theatre since 2012. When she isn't working in theatre, she enjoys working with her house plant collection and watching cooking shows with Ethan. She would like t
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she lives with her husband, Ethan, and their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried. Jessica has worked on shows out at Myers Dinner Theatre since 2012. When she isn't working in theatre, she enjoys working with her house plant collection and watching cooking shows with Ethan. She would like to thank Ethan, her family, and her friends for supporting her dream of pursuing a career in theatre.