The Theatre Association of New York State
honors Olean Community Theatre!
TANYS Merit Awards 2008
Fiddler on the Roof
Outstanding Accomplishment in Acting to Paul A. Nelson, as Tevye
Outstanding Accomplishment in Directing to Minna Badanes
Excellence in Ensemble Acting and Vocal Performance to the Cast
Excellence in Musical Accompaniment to Ruth Fuller and the Orchestra
Excellence in Vocal Direction to Eric L. Van Druff
Excellence in Sound to Ken Roberts
"Olean Community Theatre's production of Fiddler on the Roof, was a vocally exciting production that raised the bar for musical theatre performances. The large, talented cast, led by Paul A. Nelson as Tevye, drew a well-deserved standing ovation at the end. Director Minna Badanes continues to produce professional quality shows for the Olean community."
Adjudicated by Ruth Legg - February 18, 2008
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TANYS Merit Awards 2007
The Laramie Project
Outstanding Accomplishment in Ensemble Acting to the Cast
Outstanding Accomplishment in Directing to Paul A. Nelson
"Under the direction of Paul Nelson, the cast of The Laramie Project brought the townspeople
of Laramie, WY to life with insight and thoughtfulness. This helped the audience understand
the impact of the Matthew Shepherd tragedy on a small community and the entire
world. Olean Community Theatre is to be commended for producing this important play that
shines the spotlight on the multiple tragedies that result from a violent act of intolerance and hate."
adjudicated by Ruth Legg - September 30, 2007
Into The Woods
Award for Outstanding Achievement in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Kathryn Black for her portrayal of The Witch
Award for Outstanding Achievement in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Anthony Alcocer for his double portrayal of The Wolf and The Prince
Award for Excellence in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Christine Tanner as Cinderella
Award for Excellence in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Nathan H. Bell as The Baker
Award for Excellence in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Ardyth Van Scoy for her portrayal of The Baker’s Wife
Award for Overall Excellence in Musical Theater Scenic Artistry to
Kenneth and Charlotte Roberts for this set design and execution of the manifold technical requirements of Into The Woods with special recognition of the painted scenic drops, Rapunzel’s Tower, Cinderella’s Mother’s Grave, the center rake and The Beanstalk constructions
Award for Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Alexa Campbell for her portrayal of Milky White
Award for Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Jacque Austin for his portrayal of Jack
Award for Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatrical Performance to
Ryan Kasperski for his portrayal of Rapunzel’s Prince
Award for Meritorious Achievement in Vocal Direction to
Eric VanDruff for leading the cast and ensemble in the complex and
dissonant antiphonal singing by the cast
Award for Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theater Accompanment to the Into The Woods pit orchestra ensemble led by Ruth Fuller with special recognition to the percussionist, flautist and clarinet player for exceptional instrumental coloration during the performance
Award of Meritorious Achievement to Olean Community Theatre for surpassing one hundred productions of constantly challenging community theatre consistently with the highest of production values across the 28 seasons they’ve presented to their audiences. Bravo OCT!
adjudicated by Spencer Watson - May 19, 2007
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
Excellence in Ensemble Work to Nathan H. Bell, Paul A. Nelson and Eric Van Druff
Excellence in Directing to Minna Badanes
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, February 18, 2007
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TANYS Festival 2006
November 17 - 19, 2006 Glens Falls, NY
Best Long Production
Over the River and Through the Woods
Award for Outstanding Performance to
John Zinzi as Frank
presented by Festival Adjudicator Annette Procunier
Award for Technical Excellence to
Ken Roberts and the Crew
presented by Festival Technical Director Bob Frame
Audience Choice Award - Favorite Show
Over the River and Through the Woods
Audience Choice Award - Favorite Performance
John Zinzi as Frank
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TANYS Merit Awards 2006
Talk Radio
Meritorious Accomplishment in Acting to Tim Hunter as Barry Champlain
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, October 12, 2006
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Over the River and Through the Woods
Outstanding Achievement in Acting to John Zinzi as Frank
Excellence in Ensemble Work to the Cast and Director (Ken Roberts)
Excellence in Acting to Judy Chiariello as Aida
Excellence in Acting to Moses Howden as Nunzio
Meritorious Achievement in Costuming to Charlotte Roberts
adjudicated by Chris Mackowski, September 15, 2006
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Bye Bye Birdie
Outstanding Accomplishment in Directing and Creative Concept to Minna Badanes
Outstanding Accomplishment in Ensemble Performance to the Cast
Excellence in Acting to Kathy Malick as Mae Peterson
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, July 9, 2006
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Titanic the Musical
Outstanding Ensemble Performance and
Vocal Accomplishment to the Cast
Outstanding Performance to
Todd Wagner as Thomas Andrews
Outstanding Directing and Set Design to Minna Badanes
Outstanding Costume Design and Execution to William Steffen
Outstanding Work in Enhancing the Production to
Rick Snyder, Vocal Director,
Ruth Fuller, Conductor and the Orchestra
Outstanding Accomplishment to Jim Hunter, Technical Director
Ken Roberts, Technical Advisor and their crews
for recreating and sinking the Titanic
Special kudos to Lighting Designer Pat Massaro
for his hard work in overcoming a major equipment failure
two days before the show opened.
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, January 29, 2006
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TANYS Merit Awards 2005
Jesus Christ Superstar
Excellence in Ensemble Performance to
the Cast, Crew and Orchestra
Excellence in Concept Creation to
the Director, Cast, Crew and Orchestra
Meritorious Achievement in Acting to
Gabriel T. Potter and Tim Mulcahey
for their commitment to the relationship
between Jesus and Judas
adjudicated by Cindy Appleton - September 2005
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TANYS Merit Awards 2004
A Shayna Maidel
Excellence in Acting to Thomasina Crawford as Lusia Pechanik
adjudicated by Joan Fuess, October 29, 2004
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The Wizard of Oz
Outstanding Award for Musical Theatre performance to Heidi Giberson
for her portrayal of Dorothy Gale
Outstanding Award in Musical Theatre performance to Tim Mulcahey
for his dual portrayal of Hickory and the Tin Woodsman
Outstanding Award in Musical Theatre accompaniment to the sixteen-piece
Wizard Orchestra and Conductor Ruth Fuller
Excellence in Musical Theatre Award to Ken Roberts for his overall direction.
Excellence in Musical Theatre Award to Bill Steffen
for his dual portrayals of Zeke and the Cowardly Lion
Excellence in Musical Theatre Award to Cristen Winegard
for her dual portrayals of Miss Gulch and the Wicked Witch of the West
Excellence Award in Costuming to Charlotte Roberts, Dobie Maroswki, Ken Roberts,
and those cast members parents and friends who assisted
Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatre to Steve Spry
for his dual portrayals of Hunk and the Scarecrow
Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatre to Chris Mackowski
for his dual portrayals of Uncle Henry and the Emerald City Guard
Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatre to Robert Clemons
for his dual portrayals of Professor Chester Marvel and the Wizard of Oz
Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatre to all the Munchkins for their portrayals
Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatre to the Three Apple Trees:
Melissa Harvey, Kimberly Payne and Jody Bill
Meritorious Achievement in Musical Theatre Lobby Display to Corrine Potter
A Special Mention of Appreciation to Mary Rolick for her presentation on the
evolutionary history of The Wizard of Oz story, screenplay and musical prior to the show
in a commendable new OCT program entitled Prelude To Performance.
adjudicated by Spencer Watson, September 26, 2004
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Sylvia
Excellence in Poster/Artwork Design to Studio 4 East
adjudicated by Pam Raposa, May 23, 2004
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A Funny Thing Happened
on the Way to the Forum
Outstanding Accomplishment in Ensemble Work to the Producer, Directors,
Choreographers, Conductor, Musicians, Stage Manager,
Lights and Sound Technicians,
Scenic Artists, Costumers, Assistants, Cast and Crew
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, February 22, 2004
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TANYS Festival 2003
Best Long Production
Talley's Folly
Dick Mahlstedt Award for Excellence in Directing to
Minna Badanes for Talley's Folly
Adjudicator's Award for Excellence in Acting to
Paul A. Nelson as Matt Friedman in Talley's Folly
People's Choice Award
Paul A. Nelson as Matt Friedman in Talley's Folly
Festival Adjudicator Annette Procunier
November 21 - 23, 2003 Troy, NY
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TANYS Merit Awards 2003
The Secret Garden
Outstanding Accomplishment in Performance to Kathryn A. Black as Lily
Outstanding Accomplishment in Performance to Alexa Campbell as Mary Lennox
Outstanding Accomplishment in Performance to Troy Wing as Dr. Neville Craven
Outstanding Accomplishment in Performance to Todd Chadwick as Archibald Craven
Outstanding Accomplishment in Ensemble Work
presented to the directors, designers, conductor, musicians, cast and crew
Outstanding Accomplishment in Directing to William J. Steffen
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, November 16, 2003
Talley's Folley
Outstanding Performance to Fior Zinzi as Sally Talley
Outstanding Performance to Paul A. Nelson as Matt Friedman
Outstanding Direction to Minna Badanes
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, July 18, 2003
An Evening of One Acts
Meritorious Achievement for Ensemble Work to the Cast of Cagebirds.
Meritorious Achievement to First Time Director Mary R. Rolick
for Cagebirds and Buying a Brassiere
Meritorious Achievement to Eric L. Van Druff as a new, young director
for Opposites Attract
adjudicated by Ruth Legg, June 1, 2003
Out of Order
Excellence in Set Design, Ken Roberts
Excellence in Acting, Paul Nelson as "George Pigden"
Excellence in Acting, Gordon Cross as "the Waiter"
Meritorious Achievement in Directing, Minna Badanes
Meritorious Achievement in Acting, Eric Van Druff as "Richard Willey"
adjudicated by Bob Alonzo, February 23, 2003
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TANYS Merit Awards 2002
An American Christmas
Outstanding Effort to
Director (Kenneth Roberts) and Production Staff
for involving the Community, both on and off stage, in the Spirit of Christmas through an original musical
Outstanding Singing to
Fontilla Timmons
whose voice "Rocked the Rafters," "Energized the Audience," and "Stopped the Show."
Adjudicated by Bob Alonzo, December 14, 2002
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Outstanding Production Design and Execution to Director Paul Nelson,
his Design Team and Running Crew
Adjudicated by Robert M. Frame, November 8, 2002
Jekyll & Hyde, the Musical
Directing Ensemble to Minna Badanes, Director; Karen Bender, Vocal;
Ruth Hurd, Orchestra; and Jim Hunter, Technical
Acting Award to Stephen "Mo" Mosher as Jekyll & Hyde
Acting Award to Karen Bender as Lucy Harris
Ensemble Award to Cast and Crew
Special Effects Award to Michael Rambacher
Adjudicated by Joan Fuess on February 24, 2002
Greater Tuna
Outstanding Company Ensemble to Erik Oehler, Gene Rogers,
Minna Badanes, Joni Jackson, Paul Nelson, and Fior Zinzi
Adjudicated by Arnie Galin on June 2, 2002
The Shadow Box
Ensemble Accomplishment to Director, Designers, Cast and Crew
Adjudicated by Ruth Legg on July 20, 2002
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Eastern States Theatre Association
honors Olean Community Theatre!
Eastern States Festival
2002 Honors
One Person
Best Show
Paul A. Nelson
Outstanding Performance: One Person
Special Notice Award
Technical Achievement: One Person
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Theatre Association of New York
honors Olean Community Theatre!
State Festival 2001 Honors
Paul A. Nelson
People's Choice for Outstanding Performance
Kathy Malick
Best Director
Charles Baldwin
Best Lighting Design
One Person
Best Short Show and the show that will represent New York State
at the Eastern State Theatre Association Festival (ESTA) in April 2002
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TANYS Merit Awards 2001
Gypsy
Outstanding Costume Design to Regina Van Scoy and Meredith Van Scoy
Adjudicated by Mary Rolick on February 25, 2001
One Person
Outstanding Performance by an Actor to Paul A. Nelson
Adjudicated by Ruth Legg on May 20, 2001
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TANYS Merit Awards 2000
Cabaret
Outstanding Individual Characterization & Ensemble Performance to
Paul A. Nelson as Herr Schultz & Kathy Malick as Fraulein Schneider
Adjudicated by Shirley Cockrell at rehearsal on February 28, 2000
Outstanding Acting to Paul A. Nelson as Herr Schultz
Outstanding Acting to Kathy Malick as Fraulein Schneider
Merit Award for Choreography to Meredith R. Van Scoy
Adjudicated by Joan Fuess on March 5, 2000
Picnic
A Merit Award to the Director, Designers, Cast and Crew
for Successfully Capturing the Mood of Picnic
Outstanding Direction and Imaginative and Effective Use of Stage Pictures
that Illuminated the Subtext of the Script to Director Paul Nelson
Outstanding Acting to Mary R. Rolick as Rosemary Sydney
Outstanding Acting to John Zinzi as Howard Bevans
Adjudicated by Ruth Legg on June 4, 2000
Meet Me in St. Louis
Excellence in Ensemble Acting to the Cast
Merit Award to Director/Set Designer Ken Roberts
Merit Award to Costume Coordinator Charlotte Roberts
Merit Award Choreographer Marcia Galineaux Hubert
Merit Award Artistic Designer Theresa Heinz and Crew
for Providing a Rich,Visual Atmosphere
Adjudicated by Ruth Legg on July 27, 2000
