HALE CENTRE THEATRE PROUDLY PRESENTS:
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HALE CENTRE THEATRE PROUDLY PRESENTS:
Producers: David & Corrin Dietlein
Program Director: Ben Hale
Lighting Designer: Catherine Andrus
Set Designer: McKenna Carpenter
Set Painters: Brittany Arwine & Liz de la Torre
Stage Manager: Danny Karapetian
Audio Engineer: Adam Stilson
Camera Operator: Daniel Flores
Assistant Stage Manager: Gunner Pettypool
Production Assistant: Rebekah Raun
Vocals-Guitar: Kathleen McCann
Vocals-Guitar: Val Larsen
Vocals-Guitar: Roz Harding
Vocals-Guitar: Jenna Hansen
Keys: John Houston
Lead Guitar: Brian Bissell
Drums: Mari Ericksen
Bass: Paul Rugolo
Fiddle: Cullen Law
Kathleen is honored to be making her Hale Concert Hall debut! Most recently appeared as the Narrator in FiAt Production's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Favorite credits include: Jesus Christ Superstar International/European Tour (x2) directed by Baayork Lee (Mary Magdalene us/Soul Girl), Swing! (Ann/Band Leader) at the Gateway Playhouse, Smokey Joe's Cafe 50th Anniversary National Broadway Tour feat. the Coasters (Pattie) directed by Chet Walker, Ave Q (Kate/Lucy), Rent (Maureen), I love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (Woman 1), Pump Boys and Dinettes (Rhetta), Blues in the Night (the Woman) at Skylight Opera, SJC Broadway National Tour (Pattie Darcy Jones) with Phoenix Productions, Music Man (Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn), Kiss Me, Kate (Ensemble) at the Hartt Conservatory, and Cumberland Blues (Vocalist) at Studio City Sound. Kathleen also toured as a soloist with the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra through 30 cities in Japan, featured on National News. She recently studied Music Therapy at Berklee College of Music in Boston, where she also studied Jazz Voice under Daniela Schachter. She lovingly dedicates this performance to Moonyeam D. and Professor Hill, with huge love and thanks to Bill the Josefina Crew!
Val is so excited to be playing at the Hale Concert Hall again! She's been in two productions of 'Ring of Fire' the Johnny Cash musical and released her own EP of Johnny Cash Covers in July '24 - 'Man in Black' - streaming everywhere! Also available for purchase after the show! Recent Regional Theater Selection: Captain Hastings, Peril in the Alps at North Coast Rep & Laguna Playhouse; Clara, The Light in the Piazza at the Broad Santa Monica; Ring of Fire, ETC Santa Barbara & Tuacahn's Hafen Theatre; Hermione, A Sad Tale's Best for Winter, A Noise Within. TV: Kathy in “Extreme Measures Ep. 206”, Discovery+ Network. Val teaches voice and instrumental lessons online, is a singer songwriter and dotes on her cat, Petra. Love and thanks to all of her music students, her family, dear friends, and partner for all their support! For more on Val you can find her on Instagram @thevallarsen, TikTok @thevallarsen1 or via her website thevallarsen.com.
Roz is a singer/songwriter originally from Orem, Utah. She lived in Nashville for two years where she learned from the very best— writing, touring and performing at venues such as the historical Station Inn, The Local, and various Broadway honky-tonks. In November 2023 she had the amazing opportunity to perform at Julecountry, a country music festival held annually in Eiken, Norway and was invited to become a member of their “Julecountry Opry”.
She currently live in Saint George, Utah and is enjoying the creative inspiration supplied by the beautiful scenery and loving community around her.
Jenna’s voice is smooth and pure, with a gorgeous vibrato and emotive break that captivates the ear—often drawing comparisons to Adele and Dolores O’Riordan. She’s no stranger to the stage, having performed in two major concerts at the Hale Center Theater and toured with the Utah Valley Children’s Choir. In addition to her early choral roots, she’s the lead vocalist of her own band based in Utah County, where she brings her heartfelt lyrics and acoustic guitar to life with a magnetic, down-to-earth presence. Her performances blend technical skill with raw emotion, making every show an intimate, unforgettable experience.
John is a pianist/ keyboardist/ vocalist/ touring musician, formerly of the Gladys Knight S.U.V. Choir in Las Vegas, NV. He currently performs in the Eric Dodge Band, with whom he's had the opportunity to share the stage with, Clint Black, Carrie Underwood, LeAn Rimes, John Michael Montgomery, and many more.
John also plays keyboards and sings in several tribute shows, including Waylon/Willie/ Cash, Simon Garfunkel, Billy/Elton, Heart Tribute shows etc. For his "day job" he has been employed since 1998, as a Studio engineer, and session musician, and as such has had the opportunity to perform on hundreds of CDs. He majored in music at S.U.U. in Cedar City, UT with an emphasis on Music Theory, and Vocal performance.
Mari was born in New York, but grew up in Utah within a strong musical tradition. From a young age, Mari's training was coupled with experience on stage, on the road, and in the studio, drawing her first professional paycheck at the age of 13. An accomplished drummer, vocalist, guitarist, keyboardist, and songwriter, she has appeared with numerous groups in varying genres from Las Vegas to New York, including Tas Cru and His Band of Tortured Souls, Dick Earl's Electric Witness, Halogyns, Pale Dream, and Anna Beck. Her theatrical pit orchestra credits include Starlight Express, Mary Poppins, and School of Rock, and audiences in Salt Lake City are privileged to experience Mari's live solo act. Mari studied under a Music Performance scholarship at Dixie State University (Utah Tech) and is also a talented freelance artist who loves painting, photography, embroidery, and cake decorating.
Brian has been seen in many Hale Concert Hall performances plyaing lead guitarist over the last few years. He is an in demand guitarist and music director based out of Las Vegas. He has been a professional guitarist for over 35 years. He has toured across 4 continents and the United States. He recently was the music director and lead guitarist for Matt Goss in Las Vegas at Caesar's Palace.
Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Paul has been playing bass for over 30 years. A lifelong fan of country music, he blends deep roots and a driving rhythm into every performance. Paul has played both electric and upright bass across the country, bringing energy and heart to stages big and small. He’s performed at major festivals including Country Thunder and Rockin’ River Music Festival. Whether holding down the groove or locking in with the band, Paul’s passion for music shines through in every note.
Cullen is a multi-instrumentalist actor and singer, born and raised in Sheridan, Wyoming! He has performed all over the world on cruise ships, International Musical Tours, and countless regional theaters across America. He recently Music Directed and performed in "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story", which marked his 7th production of the Buddy Holly musical. He has worked with Tony Award Winning Directors, the London Symphony Orchestra, and numerous amazing artists throughout his career. When not performing onstage, or touring the world, Cullen enjoys relaxing at home with his two pups, Zoe and Xander. Rave On!
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