NORTHERN PL AINS DANCE

PRESENTS

MAY 9-11 | BELLE MEHUS AUDITORIUM

This project is sponsored in part by a grant from the North
Dakota Council on the Arts which receives funding from the
state legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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Dear Friends,
As we close the curtain on Northern Plains
Dance’s 28th season, my heart is full. Tonight,
we return to the stage at the Belle Mehus with
Cinderella—a production filled with magic,
meaning, and memories. I’m so grateful you’re here
with us to share in it.
Back in 2020, we began dreaming of Cinderella.
Dancers auditioned, rehearsals began, and
excitement filled our halls. But as we all know, the
world had other plans. That dream was put on
hold—until now. Five years later, that dream is alive
again, more radiant and resilient than ever.
This story of love, kindness, and forgiveness has stood the test of time. Sergei
Prokofiev’s gorgeous score brings humor and whimsy to every step, and our
dancers have poured their hearts into every movement. They’ve taken this
beloved fairy tale and turned it into something truly special for you tonight.
Each year, we bring four major productions to the stage, including holiday
favorites like The Nutcracker. We’re thrilled to share a sneak peek of our
upcoming 2025–26 season, featuring a brand-new take on The Wizard of Oz.
We’d love for you to become a subscriber—it’s the best way to experience all the
beauty and creativity we have in store.
It’s an honor to lead this company and to witness the joy, dedication, and
talent that fuel it. Please explore our website to discover more of what’s ahead,
including Relevé on the Rooftop and Dance+, two events that promise to
surprise and delight.
Finally, a heartfelt thank you to our incredible donors, volunteers, staff, and board
members. Your generosity and belief in the power of dance make performances
like this possible.
On behalf of all of us at Northern Plains Dance—thank you for being part of the
magic. Enjoy Cinderella.
With gratitude,

director
Hollis Mackintosh Heid began her training with Delia Foley, A.R.A.D. at Ballet
Arts in Clarks Mills, NY. She attended Butler University, graduating in 2002 with a
BFA in Dance Performance and Arts Administration. She danced professionally with
The Chamber Dance Project, Louisville Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, Augusta Ballet and
Northern Plains Ballet, dancing roles in works by Fredrick Franklin, Lars Lubovitch,
Peter Powlus, Merce Cunningham, Andre Prokovsky, Val Caniparoli, Ron Cunningham,
and George Balanchine. As Director of Northern Plains Dance, she has choreographed
9 original pieces for Choreographers’ Showcase and Dance+, restaged Act II of
Paquita, Swan Lake, and Giselle, and directed 20 performances of The Nutcracker and
13 original full-length fairy tale productions. Her focus as Director has been expanding
the organization’s reach into the community through the development of various
outreach programs, partnering with local arts and service organizations, and through
her artistic contributions, bringing NPD to the forefront of the state for innovative arts
programming.
npd mission
To inspire the appreciation of dance through artistic excellence and to enrich
the cultural landscape of our community.

In furtherance of our mission, we are committed to maintaining:

• Exceptional and diverse performances
• High quality educational programs
• Outreach to inspire and enrich the community
• A sound financial condition that enables growth and provides a stable future
NPD board of directors
officers:
darren schmidt jake Fisketjon
President Treasurer
Broker/Owner, Senior Mortgage Loan Officer,
Oaktree Realtors Gate City Bank
kristen hansen Shera Smith
Vice President Secretary
Attorney, Retired
Fredrickson & Byron, PA

members at large:
Rachael Preusse evan baker
Numbers Strategist Mission Advancement Officer,
Bismarck Sign Co. University of Mary

brent solberg MADISON JENSEN

Commercial Lines Occupational Therapist
Insurance Advisor, Sanford
Bain Agency, Inc.

Macy Krueger
Electrical Engineer
Basin Electric Power Cooperative

our dedicated volunteers

Christine Aull, Cassandra Baker, Brandon Bondley, Jessika Borr, Paul Breiner, Brittany
Brower, Krista Brunelle, Bernice Carden, Annika Caldwell, Megan & Aaron Carranza,
Meghann Chamberlain, Jennifer Connell, Ryan David, Kristen & Wes Dickhut, Amanda
Dvorak, Elizabeth Eidahl, Autumn Eisenbraun, Emily Frank, Jessica Gilbertson, Mandy
Gill, Roger Harris, Elizabeth Haugen, Ali Heintz, Chuck Hyatt, Patrick Irwin, Alison Just,
Susan Kalberer, Liudmila Kazakova, Stephanie Keller, Brittany Kerzman, Felicia Labrensz,
Christine Larson, Staci Leier, Janessa Lohmann, Anna Long, Jackie Lundstrom, Tara
& Jordan Maus, Kristen McKeone, Molly McLain, Angie Miller, Poppy Mills, Kimberly
Morris, Carrie Mussett, Jen Nairn, Melissa Nelson, Margaret Norrell, Ivy Phillips, Ann &
Todd Richardson, Sarah & Ryan Rixen, Laura Sandberg, Brooklyn Schaan, Emily Schauer,
Melanie & Tyson Schwab, Joy Singh, Brad & Marissa Southard, Angela Stairs, Catherine
& Abe Storms, Katie Stramer, Sarah Ternes, Pamela & Matt Thompson, Karli Vennes,
Kimberly Whitmore
 NORTHERN PLAINS DANCE
PRESENTS

Production Team
Music By
Sergei Prokofiev

Artistic Director
Hollis Mackintosh Heid

Choreography
Andrea Byrd
Katherine Hardy
Taryn Johnson
NIa Lighter
Hollis Mackintosh Heid
Rosari Sarasvaty

Front of House Manager: Melissa Hyatt

Back of House Manager: Katherine Hardy

Costume Design: Hollis Mackintosh Heid

sound & lighting technicians: marissa Mitzel & cullen mitzel

Stage manager: Chuck Hyatt

lighting Design: hollis mackintosh heid

Photography: DeAnne Adaire

Backstage Crew: Mike Gilbertson & Brandon Lighter

special thank you

DeAnne Adaire, Michelle Asare, Kodi Auch, Paul Breiner, BSC Theater,
The Bismarck Public Library, Dakota Media Access, Gary Bosch,
Cambrielle Bryhn, Jen Connell, Eckroth Music, Kya Ekstrom, Kyle Eisenbraun,
Jossef Feiner, Brea Frank, Nicole Gagner, Janelle Hartford & Love Always Floral,
Laura Horning, Brekka Hulm, Traci Jahula, Emily Johnson & KLJ Engineers,
Bethany Just, Alison Just, Susan Kalberer, Steve & Carol Mackintosh, Jana Maher,
Molly McLain, Emma Mills, Nora Nairn, Tashanta Ncube, Brenda Nagel,
North Dakota Ballet, Alexis Repnow, Kylie Ruff, Eve Taylor, Gianna Tamisiea,
Pam & Matt Thompson, Tiffany Towne,Todd Richardson,
Sleepy Hollow Theater & Arts Park, Laura Sandberg
Cinderella cast
Lucinda..................................................... Grace Nelson Gracen Lighter

Florinda.................................................. Adeline Nelson Layah Irwin

StepMother........................................... Millie Hyatt Arabelle Just

Cinderella............................................ Isabella Kalberer Grace Nelson

Squires...................................................... Annalie Caldwell, Valentina Feiner,

Maxden TreeTop, Ermengarde Wildermuth
Anna Sevlie

Modiste..................................................... Eva Eidahl Elizabeth Thompson

Merchants............................................. Ella Eberhart, Mia Kadrmas, Sadie Long,

Yanelis Rivera
Dancing Master............................... Elaina Richardson Lyla Connell

Musicians.................................................Cora Connell, Lily Gilbertson, Kristen

Montminy, Mia Whitmore, Samantha Wood
Maren Carranza
White Mice
(May 9 & 10 2PM)................................... Mary Dahmen, Teddy Jaszkowiak,
Vivienne Larson, Brielle Tarin, Jordyn Yoder
(May 10 7PM & 11).................................. Wolfgang Aull, Änja Barth, Rose Hargrove,
Vayda Maus, Laurel Nairn
Fairy Godmother.............................Gracen Lighter Adeline Nelson

Spring Fairy............................................ Annelise Eidahl Shelby Sandberg

Spring Pixies
(May 9 & 10 2PM)................................... Natalie Grubb, Madeline LaGrone
(May 10 7PM & 11).................................. Katarina Battista, Lincoln Mussett,
Claire Zimny
Summer Fairy......................................... Jamie Lundstrom Emily Thompson

Summer Pixies
(May 9 & 10 2PM)................................... Collins Bondley, Madison Brower,
Elliot Jaszkowiak
(May 10 7PM & 11).................................. Cora Harris, Ainsley Schroeder

Autumn Fairy........................................ Arabelle Just Eva Eidahl

Autumn Pixies
(May 9 & 10 2PM)................................... Eleanor David, Lily Phillips
(May 10 7PM & 11).................................. Emily Brunelle, Penelope Southard

Winter Fairy.......................................... Mara Norrell Madeleine Hyatt

Italics indicate understudy

Cinderella cast
Winter Pixies
(May 9 & 10 2PM)...................................Paisley Abrahamson, Berkeley Morris
(May 10 7PM & 11)..................................Olympia Aull, Zelda Mussett, Bernice Smith

Chameleons
(May 9 & 10 2PM)...................................Caroline Caldwell, Noelle Grubb, Rowan
Schwab, Brynlee Stairs
(May 10 7PM & 11)..................................Aria Haugen, Lena McKeone, Elizabeth
Montminy, Sophia Sosa
Grasshoppers.................................. Penelope Bondley, Sadie Brower, Grace
Dvorak, Emerson Leier, Skyla Parker, Jewel
Schaan, Skylah Tarin, Willow Ternes, Zaria
TreeTop,Raven Waters
Charlotte Hruby, Vivienne Larson
Dragonflies........................................ Brielle Abrahamson, Wren Connell, Amelia
Gill, Bellamy Jochim, Ustinia Kazakova,
Adelaide Lawrence, Emma Ortiz,
Bristol Schwab Cecilia Randash, Juliette Voeller

White Horses...................................... Cora Connell, Lily Gilbertson, Kristen

Montminy, Mia Whitmore, Samantha Wood
Coachmen............................................. Archer Auch, Charlotte Hruby

Night Fairies........................................ Ivy Auch, Kharma Breiner, Aerianna Gibbs,

Vaughan Heid, Autumn Irwin, Coraline
Kerzman, Elsa Lohmann, Emily Miller,
Gloria Mills, Hazel Nairn, Autumn Nostdahl,
Eloise Rixen, Aarushi Singh, Havilah Venable
Alana Carranza, Bella Fischer,
Eleanor Storms

Clock Elves..........................................Eloise Baker, Aubrey Bossert, Alana Carranza,

Zoe Carson, Elinor Chamberlain, Beth
Heitzman, Kaylee Longie, Ren Maattala,
Delilah Randash, Alice Rixen, Amalia Roberts,
Nori Vetter
Maggie Caldwell, Elizabeth Dahmen,
Lennon Schauer

Prince Charming............................. Nathan Powell

Jester
(May 9 & 11)............................................... Isabella Voeller
(May 10)...................................................... Elaina Richardson
Valet............................................................Isaac Norrell Maxden TreeTop

Maids.......................................................... Bella Fischer, Serafima Kazakova, Tegan

Lighter, Eleanor Storms, Havilah Venable
Yanelis Rivera

Italics indicate understudy

Cinderella cast
Ball Guests.......................................... Maren Carranza, Lyla Connell, Klara Dickhut,
Annelise Eidahl, Eva Eidahl, Kya Hager,
Arabelle Just, Jamie Lundstrom,
Elizabeth McLoughlin, Kennedi Michlitsch,
Liv Nostdahl, Elizabeth Thompson,
Emily Thompson, Shelby Sandberg, Hazel
Stramer, Olivia Vennes, Keira Voeller*,
Samantha Wood¯ Cora Connell, Lily Gilbertson,
Kristen Montminy, Mia Whitmore

Princesses............................................ Madeleine Hyatt, Layah Irwin, Mara Norrell

Annelise Eidahl, Kennedi Michlistsch

Heralds................................................... Savannah Borr, Sidney Labrensz,

Reece O’Konek

Cobblers.................................................Archer Auch, Opal Eisenbraun, Izabella

Robertson, Giselle Schaan Delilah Randash

Fairy Dust............................................... Maggie Caldwell, Elizabeth Dahmen, Breanna

Heiple, Ustinia Kazakova¯, Raeya Keller,
Cecilia Randash, Lennon Schauer,
Nora Schroeder, Anna Sevlie,
Hosanna Venable, Juliette Voeller*

* Indicates May 9 & 10 2PM, ¯ Indicates May 10 7PM & May 11

Italics indicate understudy

Guest Artist
nathan powell (Prince Charming) is a dancer,
teacher and choreographer based in Boise, ID. Originally from
Regina, Saskatchewan, he received his professional training
at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School. Nathan performed
with Northern Plains Ballet for one season before joining
Festival Ballet Providence for under Mihailo Djuric. He then
danced with Ballet San Antonio before joining Ballet Idaho
in 2011, where he has danced principal roles in Balanchine’s
Serenade, The Nutcracker, Scheherezade, and Swan Lake.
He has performed as a guest artist at Lincoln Midwest
Ballet, Anchorage Ballet and Sun Valley Ballet. Nathan has
spent several summers with Ballet Montana under Sallyann
Mulcahy. He also dances and choreographs for Idaho Dance
Theatre, Opera Idaho, Anchorage Ballet, Ballet Montana, Northern Plains
Dance, and the Boise Dance Co-op. He is the winner of the Esther Simplot
Award for Choreographic Excellence for his work, Suite. Nathan has expanded
his choreographic reach to video including a work with music he wrote and
performed himself. He has taught as a guest instructor for Youth Ballet of
Saskatchewan, North Ballet Academy (MN), Sun Valley Ballet, and Anchorage
Ballet. He is a teacher for Dance for Parkinson’s Idaho, which give the students a
sense of community and lets them enjoy the art of dance.
Sensory Friendly Performances
With the generous support of Gate
CIty Bank & North Dakota Council
on The Arts, Northern Plains Dance
is very proud to have offered a
Sensory-Friendly Performance
of Cinderella. Crafted with care,
sensory-friendly performances offer
accommodations to make anyone
in the theater comfortably able
to experience the transformative
power of dance. This program
provides an opportunity for children and families to feel joy and enter a
safe, judgment-free zone where all are welcome. These performances
support neurodiverse individuals, their families, and their caregivers by
providing emotional wellness, recreation, community-building, critical
thinking through a creative outlet, and most importantly community
awareness.

Northern Plains Dance is committed to creating an atmosphere where all

audience members, regardless of ability, can receive the benefits of the
performing arts.

Synopsis
Once upon a time…
In a quiet corner of the kingdom lived a kind-hearted girl named Ella.
After her father passed away, she was left in the care of her cold and
selfish Stepmother and two vain Stepsisters, Lucinda and Florinda. They
teased her endlessly for the ashes on her clothes from sleeping by the
fire, cruelly calling her Cinderella. But even through hardship, Cinderella
held tight to her dreams.

Act I
Lucinda and Florinda bicker and preen, fussing over embroidery as
Cinderella quietly scrubs the floor nearby. A quarrel erupts—as it always
does—and when Cinderella tries to help, they lash out. Ordered to clean,
she turns her chores into a little dance, finding small joy in movement and
rhythm.

Later, while Cinderella dozes, a scurry of white mice and colorful

chameleons tumble into the kitchen, startling the Stepsisters. Cinderella
gently helps the creatures outside, just as royal messengers arrive with
astonishing news: the Prince is holding a grand Ball to find his bride, and
every young maiden in the kingdom is invited.
The house is thrown into chaos. The Stepmother is thrilled, and the
Stepsisters demand the finest gowns and attention. In the midst of the
frenzy, a ragged old beggar woman appears at the door. Cinderella
offers her food and shoes, not knowing her simple kindness will soon be
returned tenfold.

As the household prepares for the Ball—with tailors, merchants, and a

flustered dancing master arriving—Cinderella is left behind. Alone, she
dreams of dancing by candlelight, pretending her broom is a dashing
partner. But when her longing becomes too much to bear, she flees to the
garden in tears.

There, the beggar woman reappears—and transforms into a radiant

Fairy Godmother. Summoning the Fairies of Spring, Summer, Autumn,
and Winter, she prepares Cinderella for the Ball, draping her in beauty
and magic. A pumpkin becomes a glittering carriage, the mice and
chameleons turn into horses and coachmen, and Cinderella is swept away
into the night—escorted by the Seasons and Night Fairies. But there is
one rule: she must return before midnight.

Act II
The palace is alive with music and merriment. Courtiers twirl, jesters
tumble, and noble guests fill the grand hall. The Prince arrives to great
fanfare, while Lucinda and Florinda clumsily push their way to the center
of attention.

Suddenly, the music softens, and a mysterious princess appears—

Cinderella, transformed. Her beauty is dazzling, and no one, not even
her Stepmother or Stepsisters, recognizes her. The Prince is immediately
captivated. As they dance, guests are served rare and precious oranges.
When one Stepsister is left without, Cinderella quietly gives up her own.
Even in disguise, her kindness shines through.

Cinderella and the Prince share a moment of magic, declaring their love
beneath the chandeliers. But all too soon, the clock begins to strike
twelve. Cinderella flees, vanishing into the night—leaving behind only a
single, shimmering slipper.

The Prince vows to find his love, no matter how far he must travel.
Cinderella awakens by the hearth, her heart full and her apron pocket
heavier—inside, the second glass slipper. It hadn’t been a dream.
News spreads: the Prince is searching the kingdom, trying the lost slipper
on every maiden’s foot. The Stepsisters shove and squabble, desperate
for it to fit, but their efforts are in vain.

Quietly, Cinderella steps forward. She produces the second slipper—and

everything falls into place. The Prince recognizes her at once.
With love found and dreams fulfilled, Cinderella and the Prince begin
their happily ever after.
The Faculty of NPD
andrea Byrd (Instructor) began her dance journey at Betty
Spooner's School of Dance in the small port city of Everett, WA, training
in classical ballet, jazz and tap under the tutelage of Michael Jordan and
Pak Nakornthap. She fell in love with full-length story productions after
being selected to dance locally in Oberlin Dance Company's touring
production of The Velveteen Rabbit. Her repertoire grew with Northwest
Ballet Theater and Ballet Bellevue, with roles in The Nutcracker,
Sleeping Beauty, La Fille Mal Gardee, and Les Sylphides. After
receiving a full scholarship with The School of Oregon Ballet Theater
at 16, Andrea moved to Portland to study Balanchine technique under
Damara Bennett. While there, she performed in Christopher Stowell's
The Nutcracker and understudied in Balanchine's Serenade led by Francia Russell. Andrea
returned to the Seattle area to fulfill her passion to teach, receiving a BFA in Dance, and
certification in Pilates mat from Cornish College of the Arts in 2016. Prior to joining NPD,
she taught for 10 years at various studios in the Pacific Northwest.

Katherine Hardy (Instructor) began her dance training under

the direction of former Radio City Ballet performer, Beverly Mozzetti.
She attended the University of Wyoming where she received her BFA
in Dance Performance with a Minor in Business. During college, she
performed in numerous pieces including D-Man in the
Waters set by the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company, Ride the Culture
Loop and The Nutcracker. Katherine is in her 12th year at Northern
Plains Dance where she has developed a teaching artist residency
program and lead several adaptive classes for the Bismarck-Mandan
community. She participated in the Kennedy Center Arts Integration
conference in Washington, DC, and received a 200-hour yoga
certification through Yoga Center in Minneapolis, MN.

Taryn Johnson (Instructor) began her dance training at British

Dancing Academy in Renton, WA studying ballet, jazz, and modern.
She then continued her training at Maple Valley School of Ballet in
Maple Valley, WA focusing exclusively on ballet. After graduating Taryn
moved to Portland, OR for college, earning a BS in Applied Linguistics
and Spanish in 2004. During her time in Portland, Taryn worked and
performed with Agnieszka Laska, Esther LaPointe, Erin Zintek, and
Katrina O’Brien modern dance works, performing and touring regionally
and internationally. She continued studying modern dance at Conduit
Dance Inc, while also learning social dances. In 2000, Taryn taught at the
Center for Movement Arts in Portland. During her time in Portland, Taryn
also taught at the Multnomah Athletic Club, Multnomah Arts Center, Portland Community
College, various after-school programs, Oregon Ballet Theatre, and Portland Public
Schools. In December 2022, Taryn earned her Master’s in Exercise Science and Human
Movement.

Nia lighter (Instructor) has a B.A. in Theatre and Dance from

Winona State University, where she was the recipient of the Jacque
Reidleberg Performing Arts Scholarship. She has training in ballet,
pointe, lyrical, jazz, modern, choreography, theater, musical theatre,
directing, makeup design, and voice. Nia enhanced her dance education
by studying at Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway in New
York City as well as at The Edge Dance Studio in Los Angeles. She spent
12 seasons as the makeup designer for the Macomb Ballet Company in
Macomb County, Michigan, a nonprofit pre-professional company. This
year marks Nia’s 25th year teaching. After spending 13 years in Michigan,
Nia relocated her family to Bismarck in 2021.
 KAYLA ROGLER (INSTRUCTOR) grew up in Ridgefield, WA and started
dancing at the age of 6. She has studied ballet, modern, tap, jazz, and
hip hop, but tap was always the favorite. Kayla was a member of Moveo
Performing Company in Portland, OR. Kayla attended Brigham Young
University where she explored clogging and Irish. She performed with
the BYU Tap Club, Folk Dance Ensemble, and Foot Poetry Tap Dance
Company. After graduating, Kayla moved with her husband to Grenada
where she joined NHD Dance and performed with Conception Dance
Grenada in the opening ceremonies of the 2016 CARIFTA games. After a
few years off to take care young children, Kayla returned to Foot Poetry
in 2023 where she practices virtually and travels to perform in their annual percussive
footwork concerts in Provo, UT.

Rosari Sarasvaty (Children’s Division Coordinator) holds

an MA in Teaching Dance from NYU Steinhardt, specializing in American
Ballet Theatre (ABT) Pedagogy, is an ABT® Certified Teacher and a
certified Pilates instructor. Rosari received the 2022 NYU Outstanding
Service in Dance Education Award. She has completed teacher
training at the Mark Morris Dance Center, and has performed and
choreographed with various companies, including Teresa Fellion Dance
and the Martha Graham Dance School. Currently, Rosari is working as
the Production Manager for the North Dakota Asian-American Arts and
Cultural Initiative’s 2024 Expo and is also the North Dakota Fellow for the 2024-25 National
Leaders of Color Fellowship. In her spare time, she has written for publications such as
Dance Teacher Magazine and JCE Magazine.
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Northern Plains Dance Student Company
soloist company

Madeleine Hyatt Millie Hyatt Layah Irwin Jamie Lundstrom Adeline Nelson Grace Nelson

Corps De Ballet

(L-R) Maren Carranza, Mia Whitmore, Lily Gilbertson, Arabelle Just, Elaina Richardson,
Emily Thompson, Elizabeth Thompson

Junior & Apprentice Companies

Junior Company (L-R): Nora Schroeder, Amalia Roberts, Annalie Caldwell, Emily Miller,
Haylee Peterson, Brea Frank, Elinor Chamberlain, Valentina Feiner, Opal Eisenbraun, Eloise Baker,
Amelia Gill (Not Pictured)
Apprentice Company: Olivia Vennes (Center)
individual donors
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partner ($500-$999)
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foundation and corporate donors
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late seating policy
Patrons who arrive after the performance begins, or leave the seating area for any reason,
will be seated during a pause in the performance. This pause may not occur until the end
of the first act.
No outside food or beverage
Only bottled water is permitted in the seating area.
restrooms
Restrooms are located in the lower level of the theater. Those seated in the balcony may
use the restrooms in the upstairs atrium, but will not be readmitted to the seating area
until a pause in the performance.
electronic devices
Please turn off all cell phones and other electronic devices that may ring, vibrate, or
otherwise produce a sound that may disrupt the performance.
copyright law
Patrons are not permitted to photograph or record audio or video of NPD performances
under penalty of copyright law.
lost and found
Found articles should be left with a Belle Mehus Auditorium employee in the lower
level of the theater. Patrons who are missing an item may check with employees during
intermission or at the end of the performance.
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