Welcome to Umbra!
Circus Scorpius proudly presents
Written & Directed by Kelsey Aicher
Narrated by Andy Perkins
Showcasing performances by Circus Scorpius Senior Company members
Kelsey Aicher, Mallory Gittemeier, Jessica Harvey, Samantha Jo Davis,
Melissa Hoefer, Harlowe Persaud, Elena Sherman, and Sonja Schulz
Please visit the Umbrella Enchanted homepage to read more about the artists involved.
Stage Manager: Madi Nispel
Assistant Stage Manager: Anna Francis
Stage Technicians: Katie Billups, Dan Boone, Emily Dold, Kyle Francis, Lindsay Hays, and Kate Vilain
Aerial Rigger: Elena Sherman
Lighting Designer: Colin Neukirch
Board Operator: Hana Rose North
Production & Costume Designer: Kelsey Aicher
Poster & Graphic Designer: Hello Melissa Designs
Thank you to our cast of sponsors!
The Wyverns Gretchen Engle and Kate Vilain
and the Gnome François Bergen-Proulx
PLAYBILL
ACT I
After hitting her head, Mallory is transported to Umbra, a magical land cursed with never-ending rain. She searches for her missing umbrella with the help of her fairy godmother, Miellyssa. They meet many odd creatures along the way and even end up getting a little sidetracked.
1. “Once Upon a Time”
Performers: Elena, Harlowe, Jessica, Mallory, Melissa
Choreographer: Kelsey Aicher & Sonja Schulz
Music: “The Streetcar Mix” by Kelsey Aicher [mix of “To The Rescue (Score)” by Alan Menken and “Careless Whisper” by George Michael]
2. “Through the Portal”
Performer & Choreographer: Sonja Schulz
Music: “The Thief” by Howard Shore
3. “Umbra”
Performers: Elena, Harlowe, Jessica, Kelsey, Mallory, Samantha Jo
Choreographer: Sonja Schulz
Music: “Snow in the Garden” by Alexandre Desplat
4. “Fairy Godmother”
Performers: Mallory, Melissa
Choreographer: Melissa Hoefer
Music: “Holding Out For a Hero” by Jennifer Saunders
5. “Immortal Kombat”
Performers: Harlowe, Melissa
Choreographer: Melissa Hoefer
Music: “Mortal Kombat Theme [Remix]” by Palhari
6. “The Pixie’s Hoard”
Performer & Choreographer: Elena Sherman
Music: “Material Girl” by Vitamin String Quartet
7. “The Prince’s Ball, pt. 1”
Performers: Elena, Jessica, Sonja
Choreographers: Elena Sherman & Jessica Harvey
Music: “Fighting The Enemy” by Takanori Arisawa
8. “The Prince’s Ball, pt. 2”
Performers: Elena, Harlowe, Jessica, Mallory, Melissa, Sonja
Choreographer: Kelsey Aicher
Music: “Cinderella Waltz” by Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II
ACT II
Mallory and Miellyssa continue their adventure in Umbra, they end up making a couple new friends as well as enemies. In the end, Mallory finally has an opportunity to meet the Prince she has been dreaming about. But will she find her umbrella?
9. “Gnome Place Like Home”
Performers & Choreographers: Mallory Gittemeier & Sonja Schulz
Music: “Kormac’s House” by Kormac
10. “The Wyvern in the Attic”
Performer & Choreographer: Samantha Jo Davis
Music: “I’m Just A Kid” by Simple Plan
11. “Unicorns, pt. 1”
Performers & Choreographers: Harlowe Persaud & Sonja Schulz
Music: “You’re No Good (Epic Trailer Version) (feat. Rånya)” by Hidden Citizens
12. “Unicorns, pt. 2”
Performers & Choreographers: Kelsey Aicher & Elena Sherman
Music: “Confident (Clean Version)” by Demi Lovato
13. “The Prince”
Performer & Choreographer: Jessica Harvey
Music: “All of Me” by Brooklyn Duo
14. “Reunited”
Performer & Choreographer: Mallory Gittemeier
Music: “Sit Down Beside Me” by Patrick Watson
Bow Music: “Umbrella” by All Time Low
Special Thanks
Jill and Kate Moore
Scarlett Spaulding
Skyloft Center for Movement
Great Plains Circus Center
Union Station KC
Umbrella Enchanted was personally funded by Kelsey. All artists were paid for their work. Making productions like this one is a huge financial commitment. If you enjoyed the show and wish to see more work from Circus Scorpius in the future, please consider making a donation to support the art. Donations can be made via Venmo (@circusscorpius) or Square (https://square.link/u/PDtXG7Ay). Thank you for your kindness!