Songs by The Go-Go’s
Based on “The Arcadia” by Sir Philip Sidney
Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty
Adapted by James Magruder
For our flagship summer musical, we present one of the quirkiest, most buoyant Broadway bops of the past decade. A wacky mash-up of a classic Renaissance adventure (Magical kingdoms! True love! Mistaken identities!) and the iconic 80s music of The Go-Go’s, Head Over Heels is a joyful, affirming crowdpleaser that bridges centuries with its message of hope and love.
SPECIAL DIONYSUS SECTION: Prime orchestra seating for ages 30 and under for only $15!
“Head Over Heels does go retro, but waaay retro, to achieve something rarer and wonderfully strange. They've found the Venn overlap among "We Got the Beat," LGBTQ awakening, and Elizabethan allegory on humane statecraft.” -Village Voice
Individual Tickets: $15-$40 (Plus NC State taxes and fees) Group Bookings Available. Email to inquire.
Recommended for ages 13+
Meet the Cast
Rob Addison (Basilius)
Rob was last seen as the Demon Barber in SWEENY TODD with Piedmont Players and at Children’s Theater of Charlotte, in SCHOOL OF ROCK (Mr. Moonyham). With Shepard Shakespeare he was in AS YOU LIKE IT (Adam/Fredrick/Jaques). In multiple seasons with Actors Theatre of Charlotte he was seen in SILENCE: THE MUSICAL (Dr. Lecter), FUN HOME (Bruce), THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME (Ed), THE 39 STEPS (Clown 1) and FLY BY NIGHT (McClam). You may have also seen him in five seasons at CPCC Summer Theater in NEWSIES (Pulitzer), OLIVER (Fagin), YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Kemp/Hermit), SPAMALOT (Sir Bedevere et. al) and ANNIE (FDR/ Bert Healy) to name a few. A Southern California native, Rob holds an MFA from FSU/ Asolo Conservatory and has performed and directed across the country for over twenty years. In addition to numerous regional performing credits, he is currently the Theatre Arts teacher at Clover High School. He is extremely grateful to his entire family for their love and support.
Kendall Aguirre (Ensemble)
Kendall is 17 years old, and is from Charlotte. He has been training in a theatre program for the past year, and plans to attend Stephens Conservatory for musical theatre in the fall. This is his first show with Davidson Community Players. Previous shows include SISTER ACT (Eddie Souther), MEAN GIRLS, JR (Damian Hubbard), and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Seymour). He’s very excited to be a part of this amazing show.
Hadley Ashcraft (Ensemble)
Hadley is 16 years old and is currently a fourth-year Musical Theatre major at Northwest School of the Arts. She is so excited to appear in her first Main Stage production at Davidson Community Players! Recently, she has performed in productions such as DIONYSIA (Finley Blanchard), RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN’S: CINDERELLA (Charlotte) at Mooresville Children’s Theatre. Most recently, she portrayed Cerberus in the Community School of Davidson’s HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION and Acrobat in MATILDA JR. with DCP. Additional credits include, Ensemble in SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, and Ensemble in FOOTLOOSE. Hadley has trained with vocal coach Emily Witte for three years.
Kate Brower (Ensemble)
Kate is excited to be joining the cast of HEAD OVER HEELS this summer! Kate has been seen performing all around the Lake Norman/Charlotte area. She has recently been seen in THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Maria) and ANASTASIA (Anya) with Masterworks Theater Company. Other favorite shows include HEATHERS THE MUSICAL: TEEN EDITION (Heather Chandler), ALICE BY HEART (Tabitha/Cheshire Cat), and more! She recently graduated from Pine Lake Preparatory and plans to obtain her BFA in musical theater in college! She is very thankful to her parents, family, friends, cast, and crew for all their love and support!
Jassi Bynum (Pamela)
Jassi is thrilled to be making her DCP Debut as one of her all-time favorite characters, Pamela in Head Over Heels. Jassi joined the Theatre Community in the Summer of 2022 with Queen City Concerts’ production of KINKY BOOTS (Ensemble) and has been inspired by the talent that exists in this community ever since. She’s had the pleasure of working with several companies on many productions around the city in such a short time. Just a few of her favorite productions include SEUSSICAL (Mayzie La Bird) The Lotus Project, GODSPELL(By My Side) The Lotus Project, SOMETHING ROTTEN (Sad Little Egg/Ensemble) Theatre Charlotte, Original Musical THE FLIRT BAR (Alyssa) Charlotte’s Off Broadway, and DIANA: THE MUSICAL (Ensemble) Queen City Concerts. Jassi would love to thank the DCP team, Chris Patton, her friends and family and everyone responsible for allowing her to live out her childhood fantasies on stage.
Connor Cooper (Ensemble)
Bio coming soon!
Tommy Foster (Dametas)
Tommy is a professional actor, director, & teacher with more than 30 years in the business. He’s appeared in regional houses across the East coast, in commercials for Nickelodeon, McDonalds, & Food Lion, on the final season of SEX & THE CITY, & won a coveted Bistro Award from Broadway trade paper, Backstage, for his cabaret work. Local audiences frequently see Tommy onstage at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte including productions of MATILDA (Miss Trunchbull) and NARNIA (Aslan), where he is also a teaching artist and director whose work has been seen in LIARS, CHICAGO, EVITA, THE TEMPEST, and SWEENEY TODD. He earned his MFA in Classical Acting from the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Academy for Classical Acting at GWU, his BFA in Musical Theatre from University of Michigan, and graduated high school from the University of NC School of the Arts. His new cabaret piece entitled ME:2 premieres this September in Charlotte. His greatest role to date is father to two beautiful boys and husband of 20 years to Wesley. www.tommyfosternyc.com, www.theactingschoolnc.com
Kiearra Gary (Philoclea)
Kiearra is ecstatic to be making her DCP debut in HEAD OVER HEELS in this dream role of hers as Philoclea! Kiearra is currently an incoming sophomore at East Carolina University, pursuing her BFA in Musical Theatre. Kiearra has appeared on many stages in the Charlotte area, her favorites including; Children's Theatre of Charlotte's THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL (Ivy) and ONCE ON THIS ISLAND (Ti Moune), Theatre Charlotte's ALICE BY HEART (Ensemble), BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Belle) and SPAMALOT (Lady of The Lake/Guinevere). Kiearra will also be returning to the DCP stage later this summer in TS3's SIX: TEEN EDITION as Catherine Parr! Kiearra would love to thank her parents, family and friends for being the best support system anyone could ask for and the cast, team and crew of Head Over Heels for an incredible experience! She hopes you have fun journeying through Arcadia!
Jianna Moss (Ensemble)
Jianna is very excited to make her DCP Mainstage debut! From Concord, NC, she is a graduate of UNCG's B.A. Drama program and a proud Chariots Acapella alum. Jianna's most recent performance was in Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre's CHARLOTTE'S WEB (Fern/Goose), where she also worked offstage on FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Ast. Stage Manager). Previously with Davidson Community Players, she performed in PETER & THE STARCATCHER (Smee) & RENT (Ensemble) in their Teen Summer Stock Series. She'd like to thank her family, partner, and friends for their support, and hopes you have as much fun rocking out in Arcadia as she is!
Nonye Obichere (Mopsa)
Nonye is excited for another summer with DCP! Queen City Nerve “Best in the Nest” 2024 Critics’ Pick for Best Actress. Favorite credits include: MARY JANE (Mary Jane) and CONFEDERATES (Sara) at Three Bone Theatre, 9 TO 5 (Judy Bernly) at DCP, RENT (Maureen Johnson) and RAGTIME (Sarah) with Queen City Concerts, ANNIE (Grace Farrell) at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, IF PRETTY HURTS…(Kaya), HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH (Yitzhak), A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (Titania/Hippolyta), and AMERICAN IDIOT (Whatsername) at Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte, HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL (Heather Duke) at Queen City Theatre Company, VEGAS! THE SHOW (Tina Turner) on Norwegian Cruise Lines, and CHICAGO (June) and BIG RIVER (Alice's Daughter/Violin) at Weathervane Playhouse. BFA Elon MT.
CJ Peters (Ensemble)
CJ has been doing theatre all across charlotte for the past couple of years and is so excited to now be in their first ever DCP production! They recently graduated Northwest School Of The Arts and is attending UNCG in the fall to pursue a BFA in Acting. Previous credits include HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING (Johnson/Ensemble), A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Peter Cratchit), PIPPIN (Dance Ensemble), and in August they will be playing Paul San Marco in The Lotus Project’s production of A CHORUS LINE. They would like to thank all family and friends who have supported them and continue to support them throughout their theatre journey!
Treyveon Purvis (Pythio)
Treyveon is a rising sophomore at East Carolina University, where he is pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre and a degree in Theatre Education. Treyveon has appeared in four Davidson Community Players TS3 productions, including RENT (Angel), HEATHERS (Ensemble), A CHORUS LINE (Richie), and FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL (Cowboy Bob/Ensemble). HEAD OVER HEELS marks a dream role come true, and he couldn’t be more thrilled to bring Pythio to life. Treyveon is passionate about inclusive storytelling, bold characters, and the joy of live performance. He is grateful for the opportunity to share the stage with such a vibrant cast and can’t wait for audiences to experience the magic in store.
Trulyn Rhinehardt (Ensemble)
Trulyn is so excited to be working with DCP again! She works all over the Charlotte and Davidson area. Some favorite past productions have been SPRING AWAKENING (Thea), FOOTLOOSE (Rusty), SWEENEY TODD (Johanna), BE MORE CHILL (Christine), THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Olive), and MEAN GIRLS: HIGH SCHOOL VERSION (Regina George). Trulyn was recently a top six Best Actress finalist in the Blumey awards for her portrayal of Regina George! Outside of theatre, Trulyn is passionate about dance and anything that involves being in the air. She would like to thank everyone at DCP, her family, friends, mentors, and pickles.
Lisa Schacher (Gynecia)
Lisa is grateful for the opportunity to bring this piece to life with this lovely cast! Lisa grew up in upstate New York before moving to NYC to pursue acting professionally. Some favorite shows include MARY JANE (Sherry/Dr. Torros) Three Bone Theatre, COMEDY OF ERRORS (Dromio of Syracuse) & ROMEO and JULIET (Juliet) unrehearsed Shakespeare with Shepherd Shakespeare, SWEENEY TODD (Nellie Lovett) (MTA Award), TITANIC (Alice Beane) with QC Concerts, PETER PAN (Smee) (CTC), and at the Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte FUN HOME (Helen Bechdel), THE 39 STEPS, STAGE KISS (She), and TOXIC AVENGER (Mayor/Ma Ferd). Other highlights are HAIR (Sheila) at Zachary Scott Theatre, SANDBOX/THE FIRST TIME at 59E59 (NYC), and HELLO DOLLY on Tour. Lisa also has many commercial and short film credits as well as a feature film that debuted last year. In her personal life, her greatest joy is being a mom to Maya and Ava, partner to Jeff and herder of, maybe too many, pets?!
Colleen Wanemacher (Ensemble)
Colleen is excited to be in her first DCP show! She grew up dancing in the Ballet Theatre of Ohio, including annual performances of THE NUTCRACKER (Clara), and competed with the Dance Kraze competitive dance team. She has a minor in Dance from The Ohio State University and was a member of the Ohio State Dance Team. Colleen and her husband (Dustin) own Your Mom’s Donuts, a staple at the Davidson Farmers Market. She is grateful to her husband, children (Hazel and Logan), and her family and friends for their love and support!
AJ White (Ensemble)
Bio coming soon!
Kel Wright (Musidorus)
Kel is thrilled to bring HEAD OVER HEELS to life with DCP! Kel has been so fortunate to work around the greater Charlotte area with many companies, most notably DCP, Queen City Concerts and The Lotus Project. You may recognize Kel from various productions including DCP's FUN HOME (Adult Alison), QCC's DIANA (Paul Burrell) or The Lotus Projects' SEUSSICAL (Cat in the Hat) and GODSPELL (Jesus). When not performing, Kel is a full time designer and technical director. Much love to my Karen and our wonderful family and to my chosen and given family. I wouldn't be here without you.
Meet the Production Team
Chris Patton, Director
Kyara Miranda, Stage Manager
Caleb Sigmon, Projection Designer
Matt Primm, Music Director
Ryan Maloney, Scenic Designer
Joe Watson, Props Designer
Rachel Peterson, Choreographer
Anna Kruger-Dull, Lighting Designer
Evan Kinsley, Sound Designer
Evan Kinsley (Sound Designer) is excited to be back working with DCP on this production. Previous sound design credits include RENT, THE SECRET GARDEN, and KINKY BOOTS (QC Concerts); SISTER ACT, and HELLO DOLLY! (Matthews Playhouse); FUN HOME and SILENCE THE MUSICAL (Actors Theater of Charlotte). Previous work with DCP includes THE HUMANS and MADAGASCAR JR. (Scenic and Lighting Designer). He is thrilled to marry the love of his life (Shelby) this fall, and is looking forward to spending time with her, their rescue greyhounds, and his kayak this summer. Portfolio at www.evankinsley.com
Yvette Moten (Costume Designer) has been designing costumes in and around the Charlotte area since 2012. She runs her own costume design and creation business, Behind the Seams, and has rented out original costume sets to schools and community theatres as far as Hawai'i and New York. When she's not busy working at the sewing machine in her home office, Yvette can be found gardening, traveling with her family, or working on various DIY home projects. Recent favorite productions include Young Frankenstein, Bright Star, and Murder on the Orient Express.
Chris Patton (Director) recently relocated to Charlotte from his hometown, Houston, where he’s worked in the Performing Arts since he was a ten-year-old, MTV-watching Go-Go's fan in the 1980s. As a director, he has helmed productions of GREEN DAY’S AMERICAN IDIOT, SILENCE! THE MUSICAL, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, REEFER MADNESS, SAUCY JACK AND THE SPACE VIXENS, a world premiere rock opera based on The Moody Blues' DAYS OF FUTURE PAST, and more. Audiences in the Charlotte area may have seen him in Theatre Charlotte’s 1984 (Winston Smith) or A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Bob Cratchit). He’s also appeared in productions of DRACULA (Dracula), ASSASSINS (Leon Czolgosz), …SPELLING BEE (Leaf Coneybear), THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW (Riff Raff/ Frank-n-Furter), RENT (Mark Cohen), THE WHO’S TOMMY, ROMEO AND JULIET, and more. He hopes this joyous show inspires people to find their very own Beat!
Rachel Peterson (Choreographer) After obtaining her B.A. in Dance, Rachel went on to professional work as a dancer and singer with Carowinds and Sigmon Theatrical. Previous choreographic work includes: CABARET with Old Courthouse Theater, BRIGHT STAR with Matthews Playhouse, HADESTOWN with CSD, HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME with Legacy Theater & Music Co., and CINDERELLA and SOUTH PACIFIC with The Dilworth Players. Upcoming, you can see her work in NEWSIES with Camp JuMP. She wants to thank her family and friends and hopes you enjoy the show.
Matt Primm (Music Director) is a music director, performer, and educator in the greater Charlotte area. He is a teaching artist at Children's Theatre of Charlotte and teaches middle and upper school music at Pine Lake Preparatory in Mooresville. Recent musical direction credits include Theatre Charlotte, Children's Theatre of Charlotte, Matthews Playhouse, Piedmont Players, and more. His most recent music-direction with DCP was FINDING NEMO, JR, and he is thrilled to be on the summer stage with this fabulous cast and creative team for HEAD OVER HEELS. Thank you to the hard-working cast, crew, and band for putting this show together!
Joe Watson (Props Designer) has been a long time props builder and lover of all things theatrical. He enjoys having an excuse to go shopping, thrifting and more importantly creating objects out of items with not the intended use. He would like to thank DCP as always for this opportunity and a special shout out to his bride to be Sammie for putting up with his mood swings during a props build.