MEL's School of Music & Theater

That’s a wrap on Once Upon a Time! 💫👑

What a truly magical day bringing this show to life on the Theatre of Youth stage. I’m filled with so much gratitude for everyone who made it possible.

To my incredible Assistant Director Caspian — your creativity, calm energy, and support meant the world. I could not have done this without you! To our brilliant cast — thank you for your heart, your talent, and the joy you brought to every scene. To the parents — your commitment, flexibility, and encouragement behind the scenes kept everything running smoothly!

Thank you to Theatre of Youth for giving us the opportunity to perform in such a special space. It was an unforgettable experience for our cast and crew. I feel blessed to have given the students to opportunity to be on the iconic TOY stage!

Huge shoutout to Mike, who made everyone look and sound amazing with lights and mics — you’re a real MVP. To Kelly Copps & Phil Farugia, thank you for trusting us with your beautiful words and music — it was an honor to bring your story to life. Lucas Colon, thank you for supporting the cast vocally and helping with key changes that let them shine their brightest. Melody Plunks — what can I say? You’re the best. If you need ANY instrumental support, he’s your guy.

A big thank you to Enchanting Birthdays WNY for setting up the sweetest crafts and bringing the Fairy Godmother to make the experience even more magical for our guests!

And to my family — thank you for supporting me through every late night, every rehearsal, and every final bow with MEL’s. You’ve helped me give this gift to our students one last time.

Until next time… when I’m hopefully back, myself, onstage with these incredible young performers. 💖🎭

Once Upon a Time Book & Lyrics by Kelly Copps, Music by Philip Farugia

🏰 4 PM Cast 45 Minute Run Theatre of Youth Allentown

🌹 Belle-Anna Zdrojewski
🍏 Snow-Violet Andrews
🗡️ Prince Felix-Carter Riccio
📕 Narrator-Lola Pawlowski
👠 Cindy-Grace Sullivan

Tickets at www.melsschooltix.com $10

Crafts with Enchanting Birthdays WNY

Face Paintings ⭐️ Tinsel ⭐️ Tattoos

Once Upon a Time Book & Lyrics by Kelly Copps, Music by Philip Farugia

🏰 2 PM Cast 45 Minute Run Theatre of Youth Allentown

🌹 Belle-Emmy Bara
🍏 Snow-Emma Lovria
🗡️ Prince Felix-David Corbett
📕 Narrator-Eliza MacKinnon
👠 Cindy-Eve Laidman

Tickets at www.melsschooltix.com $10

Crafts with Enchanting Birthdays WNY

Face Paintings ⭐️ Tinsel ⭐️ Tattoos

Once Upon a Time Book & Lyrics by Kelly Copps, Music by Philip Farugia

🏰 12 PM Cast 45 Minute Run Theatre of Youth Allentown

🌹 Belle-Emerson Disch
🍏 Snow-Melia Browne
🗡️ Prince Felix-Carter Riccio
📕 Narrator-Piper Zajac
👠 Cindy-Rylie Stang

Tickets at www.melsschooltix.com $10

Crafts with Enchanting Birthdays WNY

Face Paintings ⭐️ Tinsel ⭐️ Tattoos

The Cast of Once Upon a Time!! This Saturday, June 14th

📕 Book & Lyrics: Kelly Copps
🎵 Music by Philip Farugia
🎭 Showtimes: 12 PM • 2 PM • 4 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $10— on sale NOW!
🌐 www.melsschooltix.com

12 PM Cast
Narrator Piper Zajac
Cindy Rylie Stang
Belle Emerson Disch
Snow White Melia Browne
Felix Carter Riccio

2PM Show
Narrator Eliza MacKinnon
Cindy Eve Laidman
Belle Emmy Bara
Snow White Emma Lovria
Felix David Corbett

4 PM Cast
Narrator Lola Pawlowski
Cindy Grace Sullivan
Belle Anna Zdrojewski
Snow White Violet Andrews
Felix Carter Riccio

✨Fairytales come to life both on and off the stage!✨

We’re thrilled to announce that Enchanting Birthdays - Princess & Superhero Parties of WNY will be our premier fairytale vendor at Once Upon a Time, a Fairytale Musical (book & lyrics by Kelly Copps, music by Philip Farugia), performed at Theatre of Youth through MEL’s School of Music & Theater! 🎭👑🦸‍♂️

🦄 Originally made as an interactive digital musical, and produced by Second Generation Theatre & Theatre of Youth, we are THRILLED to bring it to the TOY stage!

🌟 Join us Saturday, June 14th before and after the 12 PM & 2 PM shows for enchanting activities — kids can color and craft, while parents discover how Enchanting Birthdays brings real magic to parties all over WNY. We will also have cast members doing face paintings, tattoos, hair tinsels & rock star color hair spray!

Showtimes: 12 PM • 2 PM • 4 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $10— on sale NOW!
🌐 www.melsschooltix.com

12 PM Cast
Narrator Piper Zajac
Cindy Rylie Stang
Belle Emerson Disch
Snow White Melia Browne
Felix Carter Riccio

2PM Show
Narrator Eliza MacKinnon
Cindy Eve Laidman
Belle Emmy Bara
Snow White Emma Lovria
Felix David Corbett

4 PM Cast
Narrator Lola Pawlowski
Cindy Grace Sullivan
Belle Anna Zdrojewski
Snow White Violet Andrews
Felix Carter Riccio

✨👑 Once Upon a Time… is coming to the big stage! 👑✨

MEL’s School of Music & Theater has officially closed its doors — but we’re not saying goodbye without one FINAL, magical production!

Join us June 14th at the Theatre of Youth Stage for a fairy tale celebration featuring book & lyrics by Kelly Copps and music by Philip Farugia. This enchanting original show brings together princesses, a prince, music, magical vendors, meet & greets, crowd participation and more — perfect for the whole family! Originally made as an interactive digital musical, and produced by Second Generation Theatre & Theatre of Youth, we are THRILLED to bring it to the TOY stage!

🎭 Showtimes: 12 PM • 2 PM • 4 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $10— on sale TOMORROW at 12 PM
🌐 www.melsschooltix.com

12 PM Cast
Narrator Piper Zajac
Cindy Rylie Stang
Belle Emerson Disch
Snow White Melia Browne
Felix Carter Riccio

2PM Show
Narrator Eliza MacKinnon
Cindy Eve Laidman
Belle Emmy Bara
Snow White Emma Lovria
Felix David Corbett

4 PM Cast
Narrator Lola Pawlowski
Cindy Grace Sullivan
Belle Anna Zdrojewski
Snow White Violet Andrews
Felix Carter Riccio

Let’s celebrate the legacy of MEL’s with a storybook ending. 💫👸🤴

We apologize for the delay! It’s been a little crazy getting the studio empty! Thank you for your patience!

Here is the cast list for Once Upon a Time, written by Kelly Copps & Philip Farugia, to be performed June 14th at Theatre of Youth Theatre, Allendale Theatre, directed & choreographed by Mel Stang, Assitant Director Caspian Bara. In between the 3 shows, we will have fairytale vendors, meet & greets with the actors, and a sing-a-long.

Once Upon a Time Cast List

12 PM Show
Narrator Piper Zajac
Cindy Rylie Stang
Snow White Melia Browne
Belle Emerson Disch
Felix Carter Riccio
Ensemble, 2 PM & 4 PM Cast

2 PM Show
Narrator Eliza MacKinnon
Cindy Eve Laidman
Belle Emmy Bara
Snow White Emma Lovria
Felix David Corbett
Ensemble 12 PM & 4 PM Cast

4 PM Show
Narrator Lola Pawlowski
Cindy Grace Sullivan
Belle Anna Zdrojewski
Snow White Violet Andrews
Felix Carter Riccio
Ensemble 12 PM & 2 PM Cast

What’s left: Piano, couch, table, free with pickup. Never been worn Costumes $5, fridge $20, installation foam $20, scripts, music and other costumes $1 each! Marley is covered at the moment but $100 a panel. Wall white board, $20.

We’re extending our sale! We’ll be there Monday 12 to 5. Lots went but lots more to go!

There are still things that can be useful to a school, teacher or parent!

⭐️ Tons of Wigs
⭐️ lots of costumes, never worn, for Halloween
⭐️ Jackets for Heathers
⭐️ Wicth hates, witch or vampire costumes
⭐️ Dresses for a show with a dance or prom
⭐️ Music, Music, Music!
⭐️ Paint
⭐️ Large Tiger inside, and Easter Bunny costume
⭐️ Still have Marley. Used, and maybe stained but really good for a student to practice!
⭐️ TWO FREE PIANOS!!!!!
⭐️ A Couch, 2 tables
⭐️ Room divider, music decor

Message us if you have any questions!

Just AMAZING!