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!
 

	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.
	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, MID-LIFE THE CRISIS MUSICAL and has written many shows including the critically acclaimed 2008 Bootlegger Show VAUDEVILLE. Brad is a proud member of ComedySportz. 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."
	KEVIN GRASTORF (Bootlegger since January 13, 2010) Kevin is excited to join the ranks of Bootleggers. You may have seen Kevin as Santa in HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS and James in OH, MAMA! NO,PAPA! here at Circa '21. His work has taken him all across the country to Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, New Hampshire, and Washington (Seattle). Favorite roles include the Union Captain in CIVIL WAR, Carriere in Yestin/Kopit's PHANTOM, Nicely Nicely in GUYS AND DOLLS and the Padre in MAN OF LA MANCHA. Kevin has a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from Syracuse University.
	RACHEL MAYER (Bootlegger since September 2, 2009) Originally from Dixon, IL, Rachel recently graduated from St. Ambrose University with a degree in Theatre. At St. Ambrose, Rachel had the opportunity direct, design, and perform in many different shows. Favorite credits include RABBIT HOLE, URINETOWN and MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. Rachel is an associate member of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers.
	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.
	LIZ MILLEA (Bootlegger since June 19, 2007) Liz gratuated from Muhlenberg College with a BA in Theatre and Dance. A Davenport native, she trained with Ballet Quad Cities and first appeared in a musical at Assumption High School. She has been seen on the Circa '21 stage in WHITE CHRISTMAS, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE FULL MONTY, MISS NELSON IS MISSING,SNOWDERELLA, and HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS. Some of her favorite roles include Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Ado Annie in OKLAHOMA!, and Sr. Amnesia in NUNSENSE. Liz is glad to be back with her Circa family after recently finishing an 8 month tour of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN.
	LAURA MILLER (Bootlegger since June 13, 2001) Laura Miller is happy to be back at Circa 21 after a four year hiatus. She is a graduate of St. Ambrose University with a degree 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 enjoyed being the lead singer for the QC cover band "Pappa-Razzi" until 2007. Laura would like to thank her fellow Bootleggers and Circa 21 for welcoming her back with open arms.
	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 WEST SIDE STORY, STATE FAIR, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, ANNIE, CATS, PETER PAN, HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS, and most recently JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. Andrea's work as a choreographer was spotlighted in our productions of THE KING AND I, CHRISTMAS FROM THE HEART, and STUART LITTLE. 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) Jan recently celebrated her 12th anniversary as a Circa '21 Bootlegger, having earned two Bachelor's Degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master's Degree from Indiana State University. While at ISU, she was given the frequent opportunity to direct new works, and is thrilled that her time at Circa '21 has allowed her to crreate, direct, and/or music direct more than a dozen pre-shows, in addition to co-writing 2004's Bootlegger production of A NIGHT ON BROADWAY.
	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!
	CHRIS WALLJASPER (Bootlegger since October 24, 2008) Chris loves bootlegging here at Circa '21. When not performing on or around the Circa '21 stage, he can be found at The Harrison Hilltop Theatre, where he is the Executive Director, Set Designer, and CoFounder. Chris just got married to the most beautiful woman in the world, and shares an apartment with her and their basset hound, Eleanor.