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Performing Arts Creative Ensemble Presents
The Elephant Man
by Bernard Pomerance
April 24, 25, 26, 2025 8:00pm
April 27, 2025 3:00pm
The action takes place in 1880s London and a
Belgian circus
This play is presented in 2 Acts,
with 1 fifteen minute Intermission.
The Elephant Man is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
Director: Douglas C Shaffer
Stage Manager: Corinne Bradley
Asst Stage Manager: Josiah Idley
Set Carpenter: Nathan Uhrman
Special Thanks
Columbus Dance Theatre
Brennan Farmer
Seth Wilson
Tabatay Stage Props
Debbie’s Costume Design
Weston McAloney
JAMS Photography
E. Scott Harvey returns to the stage with this production of The Elephant Man. Scott plays John Merrick – the Elephant Man himself! Having been in stage and musical productions since the 4th grade, Scott is very excited to get to work with Performing Arts Creative Ensemble for the first time in his Columbus community theater career.
His past credits include Cigar – Gypsy, The Blind Hermit – Young Frankenstein, Dewey Finn – School of Rock, Owen Musser – The Foreigner, and ensemble roles in The Addams Family, and Beauty and the Beast. You can also find Scott performing with The Harmony Project each year in their performances.
Kyle Andrew is honored to tell this incredible true story alongside a stellar cast. Past role highlights include: Pirates of Penzance (Pirate King), Beauty and the Beast (Lumière), West Side Story (Tony), The Rocky Horror Show (Dr. Frank N. Furter), Evil Dead: The Musical (Ash), You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Charlie Brown), Les Misérables (Monsieur Thénardier), Carrie: The Musical (Billy Nolan), The Runner Stumbles (Fr. Rivard), The Shadow Box (Mark), Chapter Two (Leo Schneider), and several others. A financial crimes investigator by profession, as well as serving as a proud member of PACE’s board, he also enjoys hiking, camping, maritime history, graphic design, cooking, horror, and any and all dogs.
Joyce is excited to return to the PACE stage as Mrs. Kendal. Her past PACE credits are Jennie in Chapter Two and Stephanie in Cactus Flower—2 of her favorite roles. Joyce is a Pilates Instructor. She is a graduate of Northwestern University. The Elephant Man is a special experience for Joyce since she gets to share the stage with her partner in crime, Thom Gall.
Thom Gall has been performing and directing drama, comedy, musicals, opera, radio and TV for more than 50 years. In his PACE debut, he portrays The London Hospital Administrator Francis Carr-Gomm who enables John Merrick to thrive as a human being during the final years of this horribly afflicted man's life.
As always, Thom is privileged to share the stage with his favorite leading lady, Joyce Patrone, who plays actress Madge Kendal who befriends Merrick in The London. Join all of us in the cast for this timely springtime production reflecting the spirit of hope, renewal and redemption through the life of The Elephant Man. - Thursday, April 24 - Sunday, the 27th.
Mark is excited to be making his debut with PACE. Outside of community theatre, Mark is a licensed social worker working with at-risk youth. His favorite roles include Into the woods (Cinderella’s Prince), You can’t take it with you (Tony), Our Town (George), In Search of a Prince (Duke Slade) & Moonshine Monster (Rhys); his second full length show he wrote & produced. He is thrilled to stage his next original play he wrote in the fall which marks his third production...his first comedy! He would like to thank his partner for his continued love and support, our director Doug for all his hard work and including me in his vision and the talented cast who have been lovely to spend time with during the week.
Raia is over the moon to be working with such an amazing and talented group of artists. After attending NYUs Tisch School of the Arts and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, Raia transferred stages to the courtroom where she has practiced for almost 15 years. Favorite roles include Carol in Orpheus Descending and 2 out of 3 of the sisters in King Lear. All her love and gratitude to the Hirsch and Masello families, and a hearty thank you to Doug for this opportunity.
Stephen Hanna is very happy to be appearing in his fourth show with PACE- where his favorite role (and accent!) being Senor Sanchez in “Cactus Flower”. Other favorite appearances include ‘King’ in Hamlet 1603 (ATC), ‘Stuart Lasker’ in “Into The Breeches” (Tipping Point Theatre Co.) and ‘The Geek’ in “Side Show” He will be seen next as ‘Frankie’ in “42nd Street”. He’d like to thank the extremely talented Cast and Crew for allowing him to play with them and the whole ‘Famn Damily’ for their incredible support. Hi, Mom!
Elijah Payne is taking the stage again in his second performance with PACE. We first had him in “And Then There Were None” but he’s no stranger to entertainment. From the stage to the screen he has also led as Zo in Life on Track, played Joseph in Unlocked, as well as an award nominated role in Sonder as Conrad. He’s building and continuing to share his creativity with you all, The Elephant Man!!!
This is Angie's second PACE production, having most recently performed in The Pirates of Penzance under Doug's direction. Having mostly performed in musicals, this is her first experience in a straight play. Angie enjoys meeting new friends and honing new skills through the theater. She is grateful to her family for their support and for working with this talented and encouraging cast of people.
This is Josiah Idley’s first time being on stage. He’s 22 years old coming out of Akron, Ohio. He loves the lore and the work that comes with acting. All he wishes to do, is bring audiences members into his emotional rollercoaster.