LOCAL AUDITIONS FOR BOOTLEGGERS SCHEDULED ON OCTOBER 15. GO TO THE "AUDITION" PAGE FOR DETAILS.

The Circa '21 Bootleggers are your singing and dancing hospitality experts. This talented group of people will not only pour your coffee and bring your soup or salad, but they will also dazzle you with their amazing talent from the stage during the preshow revue. The Bootleggers are one of the very few performing dinner theatre wait staffs left in the country. Spend a few minutes and learn about this interesting group of people!
 

	MARC CIEMIEWICZ (Bootlegger since August 18, 2011) When the time came to settle down, Marc found a home here at Circa '21 while playing Mr. C in HAPPY DAYS. He has also been seen in NUNCRACKERS as well as a handful of children's shows. Marc has a BFA and MFA in Musical Theatre from Shenandoah Conservatory and San Diego State University respectively. He has performed from coast to coast in regional theatres and on national tours of PHANTOM, IT'S SWINGTIME, and MY FAIR LADY.
	JENNIFER DIAB (Bootlegger since August 21, 1996) Jennifer is back with the Bootleggers after a brief six year absence. Performing from 1996 to 2001, she is thrilled to be with the Bootleggers again. She attended Shenandoah Conservatory of Music in Winchester, VA and majored in Music Theatre. She has performed in many musicals and some of her favorites include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE MUSIC MAN, JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, GODSPELL and HELLO DOLLY. She would like to thank her sons and her husband Joe for their love and support.
	LAURA HAMMES (Bootlegger since June 13, 2001) Laura is a graduate of St. Ambrose University with a B.A. in Music, and was first introduced to the Circa 21 stage in 1994 when she played 'Louisa' in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. She has also performed in Quad City Opera's LA BOHEME and THE MAGIC FLUTE. Laura has enjoyed being in several cabarets at Circa '21 and The Speakeasy including MILLER TIME and FOUR PLAY in which she was a featured singer. In July of 2011, Laura was very honored to direct and choreograph the largest "flash mob" in the Quad Cities to promote Circa '21's production of HAIRSPRAY. Her latest success was marrying her wonderful husband Brad in May 2012.
	BRAD HAUSKINS (Bootlegger since September 12, 1987) Originally from Normal, Illinois, Brad is a graduate of Augustana College and a veteran performer, director and playwright in many theatres across the Midwest. Here at Circa ’21, he has been seen in many shows, most recently, SOUTHERN CROSSROADS and SPREADING IT AROUND. He has writing and directing credits here at Circa '21 and has also enjoyed playing guitars in several cabarets including A NIGHT OF SUNSHINE, MILLER TIME, and FOUR PLAY. He can also be seen performing with the Quad Cities newest and most innovative comedy group, "The Blacklist". While Brad has enjoyed playing many great parts in his career, his favorite role is "Daddy" to his daughter Abby and his son Daniel.
	TOM LAWRENCE (Bootlegger since September 16, 1981) "Many people ask how I've been able to surrive and thrive as a Circa '21 Bootlegger for over a quarter-century. As is so often the case, the Beatles provide the answer on Sgt Pepper, side one, track two. If you can't place it, just ask me...I might even sing at your table."
	AMANDA MCGILL (Bootlegger since March 5, 2004) Amanda is originally from Monmouth, IL, and recently graduated from Augustana College. She is pursuing a career in speech communication with a concentration in public relations. Active in theatre for much of her life, some of her favorite roles include Minnie Fay from HELLO, DOLLY! and Snoopy in YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN. Amanda is thrilled to be working and performing with the Bootleggers at Circa '21.
	ANDREA MOORE (Bootlegger since February 20, 1998) Andrea graduated from Millikin University with a degree in Musical Theatre and minor in Dance. Circa '21 audiences will remember her from STATE FAIR, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, ANNIE, CATS, PETER PAN, HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS, and JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. Andrea's work as a choreographer was spotlighted in our productions of THE KING AND I, CHRISTMAS FROM THE HEART, and Circa '21's world premiere of WHODUNIT THE MUSICAL. Andrea has also had the opportunity to spend some time in Pennsylvania, where she choreographed and appeared in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, and in Wichita, Kansas, where she appeared as Dorcas in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Andrea lives in Rock Island with her beloved cats Gareth and Ivy.
	SARA NICKS (Bootlegger since March 12, 2006) Sara comes to us from Bettendorf, Iowa. You may have seen her on the stage in MISS NELSON IS MISSING. An ice skater and brown belt in Tae Kwan Do, Sara is loving her time on the Circa '21! Sara thanks everyone who helped make this possible, all her "Bootie" friends for their help and friendship, her family for their love and support and you for your support. Enjoy the show!
	SUNSHINE RAMSEY (Bootlegger since May 29, 2002) Sunshine has done a lot of traveling in her life. While in high school, she toured with Dance Caravan all over the U.S. After high school she went to Louisburg, NC for dance, then on to Orlando, FL to work with sharks at Sea World. From there, Nashville, TN where she recorded her first country music album. Since being at Circa '21, she appeared in HONKY TONK ANGELS, SLEEPING BEAUTY, WINNIE THE POOH, STUART LITTLE, AESOP’S DYNAMIC DUO, CATS, MISS NELSON IS MISSING, and the title role in JUNIE B. JONES. Sunshine is also the owner of Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio and Resale Shop. The most important roles in Sunshine's life are wife to her husband, Jeff, and mother to her son, Carter. "You are my heart and my everything." Enjoy your experience at Circa '21.
	JAN SCHMALL (Bootlegger since August 27, 1997) Someone once said that a person often meets his destiny on the road he took to avoid it. Jan began her college career in music education at Indiana University of PA. It wasn't long before she decided that practicing sonatas in a padded room was not the path she wanted. After receiving a B.A. in Vocal Performance and another in Theatre, Jan attended Indiana State University where she studied directing and earned her M.A. Since arriving at Circa '21 in 1997, Jan has served as Bootlegger, Director, Music Director, and current Co-Preshow Coordinator. Jan still spends much of her time behind a piano but in a more exciting way.
	RODNEY SWAIN (Bootlegger since April 5, 2006) At some point, Rodney will be returning to school to finish his education. In the meantime he very much enjoys his life as a fulltime Bootlegger and Hawkeye football fan. Recently becoming a father, Rodney would like to announce the birth of his son Noah. He would like to thank everyone who supports Circa '21 and live theatre and allows it to keep going strong....enjoy the show!