“Adventure, songs, puppets, robots and a sumptuous meal. Not sure what more you could ask for. And if you do ask for more you’re getting greedy and Santa won’t bring you any presents ... assuming he survives the robot attack.”
THE STORY
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Join the elite forces of the Holiday Defense League as they valiantly struggle to save the most wonderful day of the year and try to solve the mystery: Why? Why? Why are killer robots from the future trying to ruin Christmas?
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From the off-kilter mind of playwright and puppeteer Scot Augustson (AKA Sgt Rigsby) and the renowned and whimsical kitchens of Cafe Nordo comes the holiday show you were least expecting. Its Science Fiction! Its a heart-warming holiday tale! Its a tantalizing feast! It's Terminator meets Santa Claus is Coming to Town.
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Sgt. Rigsby evokes the bygone era of the radioplay, with nimble musicians and voiceover artists Evan Mosher and Shawnmarie Stanton evoking over 50 characters as shadow puppets dance across the Viewscreen on the bridge of the HMS Whooville, telling a time-traveling-timeless tale of what is truly important about our Holiday Season.
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The live-action crew of the space-ship is piloted by Ray Tagavilla, Opal Peachey, Roy Stanton, Libby Barnard and Alyssa Norling. Their foibles, office romances and sudden deaths will send even the Grinch himself into chuckles. A live band lead by Michael Owcharuk will delight our audiences with original carols as well as jazzy holiday favorites you cant help but be happy to hear at this time of year.
THE MENU
Served with Antipasto Wreath of our Favorite Cheese and Pickled Things.
Baby Jesus Bread Loaf (on every table!)
Swedish Saffron Loaf from Repast Bakery Swaddled in a Manger
Served with Antipasto Wreath of our Favorite Cheese and Pickled Things.
Stocking Stuffers
Empanadas stuffed with White Bean Verde and Tomato Chutney with Goat Cheese
Escape from Christmas
Local Chestnuts and Butternut Squash Soup with a Savory Gingerbread Person
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Reindeer Shepherd’s Pie
Indian Valley Blitzen stewed in Cabernet, Cloves, and Cinnamon topped with Duchess Potatoes from Olsen Farms
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Jerusalem Artichoke and Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
With Chanterelle Mushrooms topped with Duchess Potatoes from Olsen Farms
The Dawn of Spring
Housemade Nitro-Frozen Peppermint Custard
THE CREDITS
CAST
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Captain Gulliver / Various Voices
Roy Stanton
Dutch Elm / Two Two
Opal Peachey
Yeoman Janus / Buttons
Ray Tagavilla
Red Shirt / Edward the Elephant / Various Voices
Libby Barnard
Red Shirt / Blinky / Various Voices
Aly Norling
Bax / Various Voices
Evan Mosher
Bonnie / Various Voices
Shawnmarie Stanton
Puppeteer
Scot Augustson
Puppeteer
Ben Laurance
Musician
Michael Catts
ARTISTIC TEAM AND CREW
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Director
Shannon Kipp
Playwright
Scot Augustson
Set Design
Terry Podgorski
Food Design, Chef
Erin Brindley
Composer of Opening Theme, Music Director
Michael Owcharuk
Music & Lyrics
Shawnmarie Stanton
Stage Manager
Sarah Dion
Costume Design
Meaghan Darling
Lighting Design
Dani Norberg
Sound Design
Evan Mosher
Properties
Robin Macartney