Into The Woods
July 2026
Into the Woods
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results
Into the Woods will be presented at the following times:
Friday, July 17th | 7:30pm
Saturday, July 18th | 2:00 pm
Saturday, July 18th | 7:30 pm
Friday, July 24th | 7:30pm
Saturday, July 25th | 7:30 pm
Sunday, July 26th | 2:00 pm
Into the Woods will be presented at the Westminster School's Centennial Center. This auditorium is accessible for persons with physical disabilities. Limited wheelchair-accessible seating is available.
Julia Margaret
Cinderella
Julia is so excited to be back at TGS after playing Portia in Something Rotten! this past fall. Previous credits include Meg in Merrily We Roll Along (Opera House Players), Nadine in The Wild Party (K & E Theatre Group), Ariel in The Little Mermaid (Exit 7 Players), and Ariel Moore in Footloose (WHS). Julia would like to thank her family for supporting her in always following her dreams — even those where she can be a princess in a fairytale. Instagram: @_julia.margaret_
David Leslie
Baker
David is making his second appearance with TGS, having previously portrayed Nick Bottom in last fall's production of Something Rotten! The Baker is a role David has wanted to play since first seeing a tour of Into the Woods in college. Other favorite musical credits include Oscar Jaffee in On the Twentieth Century, Max Bialystock in The Producers, Lancelot du Lac in Camelot, and Beast in Beauty and the Beast. When not on stage, David enjoys playing baseball.
Caroline Darr
Baker's Wife
Caroline is thrilled to be working with TGS again, having appeared in The Wizard of Oz (Glinda) and Something Rotten! (Ensemble). Other favorite performances include Kiss Me, Kate (Lilli/"Kate"), A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder (Sibella), Blithe Spirit (Elvira), and West Side Story (Maria). This one's for the kids — including the younger version of herself who always dreamed of playing this role. Wishes come true. Heart hands.
Lexie Faust
Little Red Ridinghood
Lexie is thrilled to be making her onstage debut at TGS! She is currently a rising senior at Northeastern University. Recent credits include Radium Girls (Grace Fryer) at Hole in the Wall Theater and Little Women (Amy March) at Castle Craig Players. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support.
Abigail Drumm
Rapunzel
Abigail studies Music Education and theater at WSU and is active in the Massachusetts and Connecticut theatrical communities. Favorite roles include Cinderella in Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (Exit 7 Players) and Winnifred in Once Upon a Mattress (Agawam HS). She is the 2025 Massachusetts Poetry Out Loud Champion, a Dan Kane Singer, and is represented by Tina Kiniry Management. This show is a dream come true for her. Thanks to friends and family for their support!
Marcevan Costanzo
Rapunzel's Prince / Wolf
Marcevan howls with delight in his TGS debut. He serves as Treasurer for Opera House Players and has directed Durang Durang, Puffs, and The Rocky Horror Show. Favorite acting credits include Leo Bloom (The Producers), Tony Delvecchio (Disaster!), Henry (Next to Normal), and Jack Worthing (The Importance of Being Earnest). Thanks to this cast and crew for being so welcoming, fun, and connected. He dedicates this performance to his nephew, Johnny.
Terry Fables
Cinderella's Prince
Terry is a graduate of the Unichusetts of Massaveristy and has been delighted to Prince it up in these WOODS. He is best known for his previous work as the fictional character "Terrance J. Peters." Previous TGS credits include directing Puffs and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Shakespeare in Something Rotten!, and Professor Callahan in Legally Blonde. He thanks his WIFE, the cast and crew, and his cats, who are in his words "a couple of great guys."
Saagar Sinha
Mysterious Man / Cinderella's Father
Saagar is ecstatic to be part of this production of Into the Woods with this amazing cast! Previous credits include Nigel Bottom in Something Rotten! and Sundeep Padamadan/Grandmaster Chad in Legally Blonde, both with TGS. When Saagar takes the stage, his intention is always to perform with an honest voice. He's thankful for the opportunity and sends his love to his family for their endless support!
Sara
Cinderella's Stepmother
Sara is honored to be a part of this very talented cast and crew! This is her second time on stage with TGS — her first was as the Mayor of Munchkinland in The Wizard of Oz (2023). She also produces for TGS and is a member of the Board. She would like to thank the artistic team for making her Sondheim dream come true, and her family for putting up with her absence these past few months!
Krystina Diaz
Lucinda
Krys is ecstatic about making their TGS debut! Krys feels grateful for the opportunity to share the stage with such talented and kindhearted individuals. Past credits include Marcy Park (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee), Joanne (Rent), and Nicola (Kinky Boots). Krys thanks the team for cultivating such a warm environment and inviting them into the TGS family, and thanks their brilliant friends for their unwavering support!
Kristin Lilley
Cinderella's Mother / Granny / Giant
Kristin has been actively involved with TGS both on and off stage since 2018 and is thrilled to perform in this magical production! Favorite roles include Mrs. Cratchit in A Christmas Carol and Flying Elvis in Honeymoon in Vegas. Much love to her incredible castmates — she is honored to share the stage with them. Love and gratitude to Chris and Ava for their truly unending support.
Beth Oliveira
Milky White
Beth is beyond thrilled to be gallivanting across the stage in bovine merriment in her second TGS show. Some of her favorite past shows include Something Rotten! (TGS), The SpongeBob Musical (Exit 7), and The Prom (Unity House). She would like to thank her friends for their love and support — especially Oliver for creating the cow herself, and her fellow Milky White, Victoria, for her advice.
Naomi Scheinerman
Steward
Naomi's past roles include Circus Performer in Seussical and Aunt Eller in Oklahoma! She played Milky White in 1999 and is so excited to journey back into the woods. Thanks to her husband for encouraging her to venture into the mysterious land of Simsbury for the opportunity to perform in her favorite show — and for being a far better father than any you'll see on stage today — and to her children for always listening ;)
Tracy
Tracy is thrilled to be sharing the stage with such magical talent! Tracy was most recently seen playing Nostradamus in TGS's production of Something Rotten! Other favorite roles with TGS include Katherine/Lilli Vanessi in Kiss Me, Kate, Alice Miller in My Favorite Year, and Dragon in Shrek. When not performing, Tracy can be found traveling the world, watching the Dave Matthews Band perform, or hiking in the White Mountains. Love and thanks to her family, friends, and Michael!
Anna Hester
Anna is thrilled to be joining the Theatre Guild of Simsbury in this production of Into the Woods! Some of her favorite credits include Jesus of Nazareth (Jesus Christ Superstar), Maeve (The Grown-Ups), and Diana Goodman (Next to Normal). Thank you to her close friends AD, JG, AW, and NM, and a special thank you to JC <3. As with every production, her performance is dedicated to her wonderful mother — I love you very much.
April Ackroyd
April is making her TGS debut and already feels at home. Her credits include many named roles in Gilbert & Sullivan productions with the Simsbury Light Opera Company (SLOCO) and the Connecticut Gilbert & Sullivan Society in Middletown. Other vocal highlights include classical music and opera with the Hartford Chorale alongside the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, and singing Sweet Adeline style with the Sound of New England Chorus. She is grateful to be alongside this supreme cast and hopes to sing with them again soon. Special thanks to her husband, Scott, and her children for their support of her adventures!
Lara Beckius
Movement Coordinator
Lara has had a ball working on her first show with the Theatre Guild of Simsbury! A lifelong dancer, she got her choreographic start at age 16 with Figments Youth Dance Ensemble. Choreography credits at Connecticut College include Into the Woods, Pippin, and Erin's Big Musical Adventure. She was also captain and choreographer of the Connecticut College Dance Team for two years. Love you, Mom! @laraluna
Jess McKenna
Stage Manager
Jess is thrilled to be back at TGS. She has previously worked on numerous productions with the Theatre Guild of Simsbury, Farmington Valley Stage, Simsbury Summer Theater for Youth, White Rabbit Theater, Playland Productions, HerStory Theater, West Hartford Community Theater, and Playhouse on Park. Special thanks to stage daughter Callie for holding down the fort, and to her family for supporting her theater habit.
Callie Sauve
Callie is honored to be back with TGS once again! She has previously worked backstage in numerous roles, including Stagehand, Props Master, and Assistant Stage Manager. A huge thank-you to TGS for welcoming her back, and to her mother for putting up with her theatrical nonsense.
Jane
It's been a minute, but Jane is happy to be back with the Theatre Guild of Simsbury. Her last "role" at TGS was as director of Beauty and the Beast. Favorite acting roles include Joanne in Company, Barbara in August: Osage County, and Martha in The Secret Garden. Recent directorial credits include 9 to 5: The Musical (LTM), Little Shop of Horrors (LTM), The Drowsy Chaperone (West Hartford Community Theater), In the Heights (LTM), and Songs for a New World (LTM). Many thanks to Ava, Rusty, Lara, Jess, Callie, and this wonderful cast for the fun along the journey.
Dr. John R. "Rusty" Koenig
Music Director
Dr. Koenig is thrilled to be making his debut with the Theatre Guild of Simsbury with Into the Woods. In addition to music directing, he conducts the West Hartford Symphony, directs the orchestra at Miss Porter's School, and serves as adjunct faculty at CCSU. He would like to thank this team for their incredible work, and his teachers, who have helped him throughout his career. docrusty.com · whso.org
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Into the Woods
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
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