Directed by Brad D. Fowler Assistant Director Jacob Sapp Student Director William Samples Music Director Blake Dunn Principal Choreographer Whitley Fowler Student Choreographer Jackson Bush PRODUCTION DATES:   Sat, Sept 14th, 2019 - 2:00 & 7:00pm Sun, Sept 15th, 2019 - 2:00pm PERFORMANCE LOCATION:   Griffin Auditorium Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Based on the record-breaking West End production and the beloved film, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang JR. is one blockbuster that audiences will find "Truly Scrumptious." Eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts, sets about restoring an old race car with the help of his children Jeremy and Jemima. They soon discover the car is magic, and has the ability to float and take flight. When the evil Baron Bomburst desires the magic car for himself, the family joins forces with Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts to outwit the dastardly Baron and Baroness and their villainous henchman, the Child Catcher. Cast List Character Actor Description Caractacus Potts William Kimbrel Caractacus Potts is Jeremy and Jemima’s father. He is an eccentric inventor who cares deeply about his children. The role was played by Dick Van Dyke in the film version, and he’s a great example: a charming, charismatic leading man with great comic timing. Truly Scrumptious Cara Mackey Truly Scrumptious is the smart, confident, adventurous daughter of Lord Scrumptious who quickly earns the Potts family’s trust. Jeremy Potts Isaac Melton Jeremy and Jemima Potts are energetic children who are always up for an adventure. They are friends and do everything together, and their greatest wish is to save Chitty Chitty Bang Bang from the junkyard. Jemima Potts Emma Kate Kirkland Jeremy and Jemima Potts are energetic children who are always up for an adventure. They are friends and do everything together, and their greatest wish is to save Chitty Chitty Bang Bang from the junkyard. Grandpa Jackson Bush Grandpa loves Jeremy, Jemima, and Potts with all his heart. Though his experience in the military drives many of his interactions, underneath all his bluster, the most important thing to Grandpa is his family. Baron Kyle Coombs The Baron and Baroness are larger-than-life comically inept villains and the real threat to the Potts family. Baroness Hannah Walker The Baron and Baroness are larger-than-life comically inept villains and the real threat to the Potts family. Boris Hope Stewart Boris and Goran are the worst spies ever. These comical roles play off each another throughout the entire show and have some of the funniest dialogue. Boris and Goran do not sing but are good movers who have some physical comedy. Goran Sidney Barker Boris and Goran are the worst spies ever. These comical roles play off each another throughout the entire show and have some of the funniest dialogue. Boris and Goran do not sing but are good movers who have some physical comedy. Mr. Coggins Cullen Bell Mr. Coggins owns Coggins Garage and ultimately sells Chitty to Potts and the children. Miss Phillips Ava Chandler Miss Phillips is the no-nonsense assistant to Lord Scrumptious. Lord Scrumptious Ben Kellam Lord Scrumptious is the all-powerful owner of the candy factory. Fair Announcer Ben Kellam The Fair Announcer kicks off the Fun Fair by introducing the Morris Dancers. Violet Katelin Stanley Violet and Sid are great featured roles, and they are involved in a bit of stage magic during “Me Ol’ Bamboo.” Sid William Samples Violet and Sid are great featured roles, and they are involved in a bit of stage magic during “Me Ol’ Bamboo.” Turkey Farmer Aniston Thurston The Turkey Farmer is a southerner has a brief comedic scene after “Me Ol’ Bamboo.” Toy Maker Isabella Ann Bankston The Toymaker has been secretly working to save children right under the Baron and Baroness’s noses. The Toymaker is compassionate, clever, and never gives up trying to help people. The Toymaker is a total contrast to the Child Catcher. Toby Asher Melton Toby, Tori, Marta, and Greta are Hidden Children who help Potts plan Jeremy and Jemima’s rescue. Tori Hattie Stover Toby, Tori, Marta, and Greta are Hidden Children who help Potts plan Jeremy and Jemima’s rescue. Marta Kinslee Irby Toby, Tori, Marta, and Greta are Hidden Children who help Potts plan Jeremy and Jemima’s rescue. Greta Sarah Starley Toby, Tori, Marta, and Greta are Hidden Children who help Potts plan Jeremy and Jemima’s rescue. Chefs Isabella Bankston & Maelee Hendrix Chef 1 & Chef 2 are ensemble roles featured in "Toot Sweets". Child Catcher William Samples The Child Catcher is a terrifying villain with none of the Baron and Baroness’s humor. Old Chitty Kyndal Bridges, Makayla Shockley, Olivia Johnson, Maggie Fields, Anna Foster, Elizabeth Wilson, Ella Doughtie, & Alayna Moss Featured Ensemble Isabella Bankston & Maelee Hendrix Ensemble Anna Roberts, Kate Wheaton, Bella Walker, Sara Walker, Maya Parham, Taylor Gladney, Makayla Eidson, Emma Ison, Carmyn Goins, Chase Thomaston, & Jana Brooks