RIDE THE CYCLONE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
Originally Produced by Kevin McCollum and Morris Berchard Originally Produced in Canada by Atomic Vaudeville
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ABOUT RIDE THE CYCLONE
Ride the Cyclone is a Canadian musical written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell. It follows the stories of the spirits of six teenagers who were in the St. Cassian High School chamber choir that are summoned after perishing on a roller coaster accident. The six teenagers are informed that one of them will be resurrected, and they have to plead their case as to why they deserve it the most.
DIRECTORS NOTE
Ride the Cyclone is a beautifully messy piece about misfits asking what truly makes a life worth living - at the last possible moment. Through spectacle born from late-night ideas in a living room It answers this —fitting, as it was first rehearsed in director Britt Small’s loft apartment. Quiet origin points remind us how every moment connects to the next. We rarely know where the path leads, but each step holds value long before we can understand it.
This cast and crew brought their own heart and talent, born from living rooms and weekend rehearsals. While we can’t know the future - I hope watching what they’ve built makes clear that this is still just the beginning of their story.
-Jeremy Banks
CAST
Aaron Caines (Noel Gruber)
Neko Caulfield (Constance Blackwood)
Kate Grant (Ocean O’Connell Rosenberg)
Anna Kennedy (The Amazing Karnack)
Gabe Rand (Mischa Bachinski)
Christopher Sharp (The Amazing Karnack, Voice)
Will Stevens (Ricky Potts)
BAND
Dan Corbett (Piano 2)
DJ DeCoste (Guitar)
Tim Fisk (Drums)
Graham Howes (Band leader/ Piano 1)
Meegan Lovett (Cello)
Caitlin Quinton (Virgil the rat/ Band Coordinator/ Bass)
CREATIVE TEAM
Jeremy Banks (Producer / Director)
Courtney Baldo, Jeremy Banks (Costumes)
Rebecca Butler (Stage Manager)
Emily Dawe, Tim Fisk (Karnak Puppet)
Linda Levy Fisk, Hannah Fisk, Jeremy Banks (Publicity)
Hannah Fisk (Jane Doe’s Makeup)
Alba Gjelaj (Costume Design)
Diane Holmberg (Props)
Kate Isenor (Photography)
Adrien Lewis (Set)
Abbey MacEachern (Choreography)
Leone Stanway (Audio/Mics/Sound FX)
Page Wakarchuk (Production Manager)
MUSICAL NUMBERS
Karnak’s Dream of Life (Jane Doe & Karnak)
Welcome (Karnak)
The Uranium Suite (Ensemble)
Every Story’s Got a Lesson (Ocean & Ensemble)
What the World Needs (Ocean & Ensemble)
Meet Noel Gruber (Karnak)
Noel’s Lament (Noel & Ensemble)
This Song is Awesome (Mischa & Ensemble)
Talia (Mischa & Cast)
Space Age Bachelor Man (Ricky & Ensemble)
The Ballad of Jane Doe (Jane Doe & Ensemble)
The New Birthday Song (Ensemble)
Sugar Cloud (Constance & Ensemble)
It’s Not a Game, It’s Just a Ride (Ensemble)
CAST BIOS
Aaron Caines (Noel Gruber): Aaron is making his Wolfville Social Club debut in Ride the Cyclone! Aaron is a veteran of the stage, spending his very little free time either in a choir, band or in other stage productions (Cinderella’s Prince-Into the Woods, Javert-Les Misérables: Horton High School). Aaron would like to thank the production team for this amazing opportunity and for having enough faith to push him outside his comfort zone.
Neko Caulfield (Constance Blackwood) (she/her) is a Music and Community Development student at Acadia University. You may have seen her in Cabaret as a Kit Kat Klub dancer, or as Chip in Beauty and the Beast. When not in school or theatre, Neko loves to sing in choirs and teach music literacy and piano lessons to passionate young musicians. She has completely fallen in love with this show, and hopes you have as much fun as everyone on stage!
Kate Grant (Ocean O’Connell Rosenberg) (she/her) is a biology student at Acadia University here in Wolfville. Kate has most recently been in Footloose (Lulu/Jeter), Matilda (Miss Honey), and Cinderella (Ballroom Dancer). This is Kate’s first musical production with Wolfville Social Club. When not in class or on a stage, Kate enjoys walking her dog at the beach and painting.
Anna Kennedy (The Amazing Karnack)
Gabe Rand (Mischa Bachinski) (he/him) is a university student at Acadia pursuing an undergraduate in Biology. He was a part of the WSC’s Winter One Act Warmers but this is his first musical with the company. His other credits include Wolfville Theatre Collective’s production of Cabaret (as the Emcee), and Stage Prophets’ production of Matilda Jr. (as Ms. Trunchbull). Off stage Gabe loves spending his time running, hiking, and being outdoors as much as possible.
Mary-Claire Sanderson (Jane Doe): Mary-Claire is excited to join her first Wolfville Social Club production in Ride the Cyclone! She has been involved in the Kings County theatre scene for a few years, joining CentreStage, Stage Prophets, and Wolfville Theatre Collective in some of their shows. She lives in Berwick with her husband and kids (1 human, 2 canine).
Christopher Sharp (The Amazing Karnack): This is Christopher’s second show with the WSC, having just played Quince in Midsummer Night’s Dream. Recent roles include Lord Pinkleton in Cinderella (Stage Prophets), Uncle Billy in It’s a Wonderful Life (Valley Players), and Dr. John in Wake in the West (CentreStage). Favourite roles include Al Lewis in Sunshine Boys, Titto in Comedy of Tenors, King Arthur in Spamalot, Captain Hook in Peter Pan and the Judge in Sweeny Todd.
Will Stevens (Ricky Potts): Will (he/him) is a university student based in Halifax. He most recently appeared onstage in CentreStage’s How to Hide Your Zombies as Spencer, a Neptune Theatre summer camp, and Windsor United Players’ The Best Christmas Pageant Ever as Charlie. When not rehearsing, Will’s Probably either searching for cool rocks, annoying his cat, or working on his latest craft project.
BAND BIOS
Dan Corbett (Piano 2) was abducted by aliens as a small child. To this day, he remains under their control by way of an implant they left in his brain. He teaches piano and trombone to children out of his studio, Woodside Music, slowly forging a trombone army aimed at world domination. He plays keys regularly in a top-tier Elvis tribute band, BC and the Burning Love, and also in the occasional musical.
DJ DeCoste (Guitar) has recently appeared in Nightmare on Ochterloney Street with Merry Melodramas, Freaky Friday with King’s-Edgehill School, and Wop Bop a Loo Bop with Quick as a Wink. When he’s not making music or stepping onto the stage, DJ can usually be found playing MTG or watching The Simpsons with his kids.
Tim Fisk (Drums / Karnak Puppet) is a retired audiologist living in Wolfville. He now spends his time practicing & playing drums in local bands, helping with sound/recording projects, and enjoys the challenge of interesting set design and construction. Recent pit band credits include The Rocky Horror Show (WSC), and Beauty and the Beast (QAAW).
Graham Howes (Piano 1, Band Leader) Graham Howes was a professional musician in Toronto for over forty years. After starting as a bandleader in the Hotel industry, Graham went on to perform on the three Canadian television networks, often as a featured singer/pianist.
Since moving to the Valley, Graham has been involved in the Community: playing for Fezziwig, Q.A.A.W. and high school musicals, serving on Boards and performing on occasion.
Meegan Lovett (Cellist) (she/her). Meegan loves accompanying other musicians in Annapolis the last 14 years. This is her first musical performance since high school. Meegan enjoys playing every genre of music. She plays with emotion, feeling and passion.
Caitlin Quinton (Virgil the rat/ Band Coordinator/ Bass)????
CREATIVE TEAM
Jeremy Banks (Producer / Director / Costumes / Publicity)
Courtney Baldo (Costumes / Props) Courtney's love for costuming started at a very young age when she made her first Halloween costume. It wasn't until moving to the Valley that she stopped being afraid of her sewing machine and started working on the costume team for Stage Prophets Music Man, Wizard of Oz and Cinderella and as well constructed her crazy cat lady costume for Phantom Freakshow Haunted House. She plans on continuing to create and learn as long as they let her.
Rebecca Butler (Stage Manager) Becky (she/her) is making her debut behind the scenes as Stage Manager. Recent credits include The Rocky Horror Show (Wolfville Social Club), Midsummer Night's Dream (Wolfville Social Club), The Wizard of Oz (Stage Prophets) and Jesus Christ Superstar (Stage Prophets). She is on the board for WSC and hopes to be involved in bringing you lots more weird and wonderful theatre.
Emily Dawe (Karnak Puppet) (She/Her) is a student teacher in Wolfville. Recent credits include The Rocky Horror Show (Phantom) and A Midsummer Night's Dream (Helena). When not building puppets, Emily enjoys crocheting and wildlife photography.
Linda Levy Fisk (Publicity) (she/her) is most comfortable on stage, but has been taking more supporting roles of late, including learning of ropes of publicity for this show. Last month she appeared in The Rocky Horror Show as the Usherette (Wolfville Social Club), which she also co-directed, and prior to that in the two-person Norm Foster production of Storm Warning at CentreStage. She also works occasionally in local film productions including Sullivan’s Crossing, You’re Killing Me, Claire & Vanessa, and The Institute. See her as Dotty in WSC’s Noises Off June 2027 at Festival Theatre.
Hannah Fisk (Publicity / Jane Doe’s Makeup) (she/her) is a self-taught makeup and portrait artist (@getglamwithhan & @portraitswithhan) whose theatre work includes Stage Prophets, Wolfville Theatre Collective, QAAW, and more. Recent Wolfville Social Club credits include costume, hair, and makeup design for A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Rocky Horror Show (also playing Magenta). After debuting as director and set designer for Storm Warning (CentreStage Theatre), Hannah is returning to the director's chair and taking on production design to orchestrate the chaos of Noises Off (Festival Theatre, June 2027).
Alba Gjelaj (Costume Design) Alba is a graduate from Fashion Design and Techniques At George Brown College, and grew up in the Valley before moving to Toronto for school! She loved being able to design and sketch the costumes for this incredible production- and is looking forward to work on more creative projects in the future! Recent Credits include: Stylist for a TFA X Volvo Fashion Show (2026), Fashion Intern for Heavy Flow (2021-2023)
Diane Holmberg (Props Lead) Diane Holmberg (she/her) is a retired professor of psychology. She has appeared onstage in recent Stage Prophets’ productions (Jesus Christ Superstar, Wizard of Oz, Cinderella), but this is her first time working behind the scenes. She enjoys reading, walks, baking, volunteering, guitar, art, and Tai Chi.
Kate Isenor (Photography) is making her photographic debut with the Wolfville Social Club. While this is Kate’s first production with this company, they’ve worked with other local theatre groups, both acting and photography. Outside of theatre, she enjoys hanging out with 4 cats and studies Photography at NSCC Ivany.
Adrien Lewis (Set) (he/him) is this productions set build & designer, although is also known around WSC as Dr. Frank-N-Furter. This creative endeavour aligned perfectly with his own business and career outside of theatre; The Trades Agenda Painting & Project Company.
Abbey MacEachern (Choreography) is currently a student in the Acadia Counselling Program and a familiar face in Valley theatre as both a choreographer and dancer. She has loved working with the incredible cast of this production and exploring new genres that continue to expand her creativity and artistic style. Recent credits include co-choreographer/dancer in Mamma Mia (QAAW, 2023), assistant choreographer/dancer in Cinderella (SP, 2026) and choreographer/Columbia in The Rocky Horror Show (WSC 2025/2026).
Leone Stanway (Audio / Mics / Sound FX) Leone was last onstage with Wolfville Social Club in A Midsummer Night's Dream, and offstage in The Rocky Horror Show. She spends her free time working a day job.
Page Wakarchuk (Production Manager) (they/she) is a greenhouse manager by day. They were recently in WSC’s The Rocky Horror Show as The Narrator and previously in A Midsummer Night’s Dream as Puck. When not at the theatre they can be found drinking tea with friends or talking about seed saving and gardening.
ABOUT WOLFVILLE SOCIAL CLUB
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We strive to produce exceptional performing arts in Wolfville that elevate underrepresented perspectives and invite bold creative risk.
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We build a collaborative, non-judgmental space where artists and audiences gather and grow together.
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We aim to strengthen community connection through theatre, from workshops to full productions.
Find out more at wolfvillesocialclub.com
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