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This project is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture and the State of Florida. Pictured left to right: Nick Anastasia, Nygel Robinson, Emily Dennis, and Mike Backes. Photo by Matthew Holler. Cabaret Playbill

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Page 1: Cabaret Playbill...NICK ANASTASIA MIKE BACKES EMILY DENNIS NYGEL D. ROBINSON with ANDREW DEEB on drums JIM PROSSER on piano CAST Directed by CATHERINE RANDAZZO Sound and Light Board

This project is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture and the State of Florida.Pictured left to right: Nick Anastasia, Nygel Robinson, Emily Dennis, and Mike Backes. Photo by Matthew Holler.

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NICK ANASTASIAMIKE BACKESEMILY DENNIS

NYGEL D. ROBINSONwith

ANDREW DEEB on drumsJIM PROSSER on piano

CAST

Directed byCATHERINE RANDAZZO

Sound and Light Board OperatorAMANDA BALTER

Season UnderwritersGaele Barthold, Wendy & Bob Grady, Dennis & Graci McGillicuddy,

Patrick & Mary Mulva, Anne H.S. NethercottSeries Underwriters

Joan & Larry Castellani, The Exchange of Sarasota, Dr. Ty Gardner & Liza McKeever-Gardner, Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Robert & Bonny Israeloff

THAT’S AMORE!By Richard Hopkins and Rebecca Hopkins, Arrangements by Jim Prosser.

That’s Amoré! will be performed in two acts with one 15-minute

intermission.

The taking of photographs and the use of recording devices during the

show is strictly prohibited.

Florida Studio Theatre is a Constituent of Theatre Communications Group (TCG),

the national organization for the American Theatre.

Costume DesignerSUSAN ANGERMANN

Lighting DesignerMICHAEL CUMMINGS

Sound DesignerTHOMAS KORP

Music DirectorDARREN SERVER

Co-ProducersJan & Larry Coleman, SCENE Magazine

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NICK ANASTASIA is thrilled to be returning to FST for That’s Amoré! FST: Unchained Melodies, Burt & Me, and Laughing Matters (vol. 5). Other professional credits: Hair (Claude, International

Tour), Voca People (Tenoro, Off-Broadway*/National/International Tours, *Lucille Lortel Award), Monster Jam (Host/Announcer, Fox Sports 1), The Love Note (Adam, Original Off-Broadway Cast), In The Heights (Sonny, Regional Premiere), Scab (featuring Alice Ripley), Disney Cruise Line (Disney Fantasy), bare (Jason, Licensed Premiere). Instagram:

@nottherussianprincessMIKE BACKES is grateful to be back at FST! FST: Mack the Knife, Next to Normal. Most recent: A Bronx Tale (1st National Tour-Directed by Robert De Niro). Highlights: Jersey

Boys (Original Las Vegas Cast); Rock of Ages (1st National Tour); Grease (National Tour, starring Frankie Avalon); and Ren in Footloose (North American Tour). Workshops (Regional): Carl in Ghost at The Fulton Theatre and Maine State Theatre. TV/Film: Orange Is The New Black and Discovery ID’s Most Likely To.

EMILY DENNIS is thrilled to make her FST debut with That’s Amoré! Her most recent theatre credits include a one woman Andrew Lloyd Webber musical entitled, Tell Me On A Sunday. Additionally,

A Chorus Line (Cassie), Oklahoma (Laurey Williams), Smile (Doria Hudson), and Rock of Ages (Waitress #1), have been some of Emily’s favorite roles to perform. Film and TV credits include Sidelined (A&E and Lifetime), Disposable (Amazon Prime), and Ghost Source Zero (Amazon Prime). NYGEL D. ROBINSON returns to FST after being seen in the 17-18 season hit Cabaret Blue Suede Shoes. He is a Singer/Actor and

mult i- instrumental ist based in NYC. His recent theatre credits include Five Guys Named Moe (Nomax) at Opera House Theatre Company, Godspell (Jesus/Musician) at St. Michael’s Playhouse, Beau (Larry/

Musician) at MTF and Lincoln Center, and The All Night Strut (Actor/Musician) at Milwaukee Rep. His single “One More Chance” is available on Spotify and Apple Music.

ANDREW DEEB (Drums) A St. Petersburg, FL native, he received his training at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts NY, Class of 2011. Credits include: Mack the Knife (FST), Rumplestiltskin (FST), The

Hot L Baltimore (MM Theatre NY), The Wayside Motor Inn (MM Theatre NY), On The Uptown 2 Express Train (NY). He is also a member of FST Improv. Andrew is thrilled to be back at FST performing in That’s Amoré! Proud member of AEA.

JIM PROSSER (Piano/Arrangements) This season marks Jim’s 26th season as FST's resident pianist, where he most recently appeared in the Summer Mainstage show Ethel Waters: His Eye is on the

Sparrow. He has arranged and co-developed many shows including: The Wonder Years, Guitar Girls, Unchained Melodies, Mack the Knife, Blue Suede Shoes, Dancing In The Street, By Gershwin, European Cabaret, That’s Life Again, British Invasion, Too Darn Hot, and Older Than Dirt. He has served as Composer/Music Director for FST’s Education department, writing numerous scores for children’s shows such as Deck the Halls, Androcles and the Lion, RAP-Punzel, The Velveteen Rabbit, and WRITE A PLAY Elementary Tours. Jim is also a Music Director for FST Improv, for which he has played many shows including the improvised musical, When X Meets Y.

ARTIST PROFILES

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CATHERINE RANDAZZO (Director/Associate Artist) is thrilled to work with the talented team of That’s Amoré! She directed last season’s Cabarets The Wonder Years, Guitar Girls, and Unchained Melodies. She also directed FST’s Winter Cabarets Blue Suede Shoes; Mack the Knife: The Bobby Darin Songbook; Piano Men; Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves; and Yesterday. In addition to directing FST Cabarets, Catherine has been on the development team for Guitar Girls, Mack The Knife, and Piano Men. Catherine also leads the artistic oversight for FST’s Summer Cabaret Sidekick Series. For the 18-19 Stage III season she directed Buyer & Cellar. Catherine has been a part of the Sarasota artistic community since 1990 and has appeared in plays, musicals, cabarets, new play readings, voice overs, commercials, fundraisers, and toured in national and international productions. She is the recipient and nominee of various awards for education, national arts awards, and local performance awards including “Best Actress in a Musical” for her performance as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl. Other favorite performances include Forbidden Broadway, Cats, The Rocky Horror Show, and The Full Monty, to name a few. Most recently, she appeared as Eve in FST’s Mainstage production of Rich Girl. She was named one of “Sarasota’s Funniest People” for her comedic styles seen in Sarasota’s original political comedy group, License to Bash, which was a part of FST’s Cabaret Fringe Festival in 1996. As Associate Artist, Catherine serves as Literary Manager, In-Residence Director, Teaching Artist, and professional actor. Catherine is a graduate of Otterbein University in Ohio with a BFA in performance, and she is a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association. DARREN SERVER (Music Director) is proud to be back at FST for his fifth season. Most recently, Darren music directed and played keyboard for The Marvelous Wonderettes. Last season, he music directed: Unchained Melodies, The Wonder Years, and A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. Interesting fact: Darren’s grandfather is “Curly” Howard of The Three Stooges and his greatuncles are Moe and Shemp Howard. This has always been a source of pride and inspiration for him. AMANDA BALTER (Sound and Light Board Operator) is new to FST as a recent graduate of Ithaca

ARTIST PROFILESCollege with a BA in Theatre Studies with a focus in Stage Management. She is originally from Seattle, Washington. Her recent credits include Production Assistant at Seattle Opera for Rigoletto, Production Stage Manager at Ithaca College for Violet, Twelfth Night, The Kid Thing, The Apple Tree, and The Baltimore Waltz. SUSAN ANGERMANN (Costume Designer) began designing for Florida Studio Theatre in 1993 for the WRITE A PLAY production of The Emperor’s New Clothes. She has designed for FST’s Mainstage, Stage III, Cabaret, and WRITE A PLAY productions. Recent productions include The Marvelous Wonderettes, Wednesday’s Child, Hand to God, Straight White Men, The Wonder Years: The Music of the Baby Boomers, Guitar Girls, Unchained Melodies, Other People’s Money, Murder for Two, Always...Patsy Cline, Honor Killing, Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits, Robin Hood, Once, The Exonerated, Stalking the Bogeyman, Yesterday, Older Than Dirt, Piano Men, and Chapatti. MICHAEL CUMMINGS (Lighting Designer/Lighting Supervisor) recently obtained his M.F.A. in Lighting Design & Technology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Lighting design works include February Dance 2019 (UIUC), Jesus Christ Superstar (Salisbury University), La Bohème (UIUC), In the Next Room (or the Vibrator Play) (UIUC), and Studio Dance 1 (UIUC). Assistant lighting designs include Barbecue (UIUC) and Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play (UIUC). He also served as the Master Electrician at Adirondack Theatre Festival.THOMAS KORP (Sound Designer) As FST’s Sound Supervisor, Thom does more than wrangle rogue microphones. Sound design credits include: Who Loves You, The Swingaroos: Hollywood Serenade, The Cottage, Ethel Waters: His Eye is on the Sparrow, Come Together: When the 60s Met the 70s, The Marvelous Wonderettes, Wednesday’s Child, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, The Wonder Years: The Music of the Baby Boomers, Straight White Men, Guitar Girls, Unchained Melodies, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, and Once. Mixing Credits: Next to Normal, Smokey Joe’s Café, The World Goes Round, Tango: Buenos Aires, and We Will Rock You.

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EXECUTIVE STAFFREBECCA HOPKINS (Lead Developer) has been actively involved in development of FST’s Cabaret productions since her arrival in 1998. In addition to being lead developer for That’s Amoré!, this season she is also part of the development team for Outlaws & Angels and Light My Fire. Previously she was the lead developer on The Wonder Years: The Music of the Baby Boomers; Unchained Melodies; Blue Suede Shoes; Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves; Yesterday; American Pie; and Poems, Prayers, and Promises. She has been the head writer on all five Laughing Matters shows. Some of her favorite shows she helped develop include: Mack the Knife; The Prima Donnettes; That’s Life; The Wanderers; My One and Only Gershwin; Hot and Cole; The British Invasion; The Flip Side; and Outlaws and Angels. In addition, she is the founder and producer of FST Improv and the Sarasota Improv Festival. Mrs. Hopkins serves as Managing Director for Florida Studio Theatre, and as such, is the Chief Operations Officer. Mrs. Hopkins is responsible for oversight of FST’s Administration, including the Business Office, Development, Marketing, Box Office, Front of House, Restaurant, Budgeting, and maintaining the overall quality of FST’s internal management. Mrs. Hopkins serves on the Board of Directors for the League of Resident Theatres and for the Theatre Communications Group. She is the former President of the National New Play Network. In 2012, the Arts & Cultural Alliance awarded Mrs. Hopkins the Cultural Champion Award in recognition of her many years of accomplishment and growth with Florida Studio Theatre. In 2016, Mrs. Hopkins was awarded the Luminaire Award, honoring excellence in creativity, philanthropy, advocacy, and all elements that are keys to future growth of the arts in Sarasota.

RICHARD HOPKINS (Developer) is the Producing Artistic Director of Florida Studio Theatre. Mr. Hopkins has fostered the development of FST’s Mainstage and Cabaret productions. His many directing Mainstage credits include: Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Honor Killing, Inspired Lunacy, The Best of Enemies, Next to Normal, Race, Ruined, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Boleros for the Disenchanted, Permanent Collection, and Metamorphoses, among numerous other plays. Mr. Hopkins led the development of FST’s Cabaret productions of Guitar Girls, Mack the Knife, Older than Dirt, Piano Men, and The Prima Donnettes. Mr. Hopkins also serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Florida Studio Theatre. This includes overseeing the creation and implementation of all FST programming, including Mainstage, Cabaret, Stage III, New Play Development, Education, and Touring. Since his arrival at FST in 1980, Mr. Hopkins has guided the theatre from a small touring company to a nationally-recognized regional theatre, which impacts over 215,000 adults and children annually. He created the New Play Development Program, the Cabaret Series, FST’s award-winning WRITE A PLAY Program, and he has directed the design and renovation of all FST’s theatres. Mr. Hopkins is the recipient of numerous awards including the Arts Leadership Award from the Sarasota Arts Council, the Richard G. Fallon Award for Artistic Excellence from the Florida Professional Theatres Association, and the 2012 Cultural Champion Award from the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County. In 2016, Mr. Hopkins was awarded the Luminaire Award, honoring excellence in creativity, philanthropy, advocacy, and all elements that are keys to future growth of the arts in Sarasota. In 2017, Mr. Hopkins was awarded the Florida Theatre Conference Lifetime Achievement Award for contributing to the rich cultural fabric of the Sarasota community and the state of Florida, and his dedication to developing future artists, educators, and advocates.

We encourage you to take photos of the set before and after the

show, and share to social media! We just ask that you please tag us:

@FloridaStudioTheatre #ThatsAmore

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SEASON UNDERWRITERSGAELE BARTHOLD FST is family and an integral part of my life. Its community contributions are myriad and a model of theatrical excellence. Quality and diverse stage productions at affordable prices are but one component of FST’s offerings. Other contributions include extensive contact with local schools to foster student creativity and theatre appreciation, structured and wide-ranging educational programs for adults and children, community forums and other community outreach programs, and a strong commitment to New Play Development and excellence in the arts. FST is a gem that warrants our widespread financial and artistic support. I am proud to serve on FST’s board and to support it financially and otherwise.WENDY & BOB GRADY We were so impressed when we first visited FST, that we immediately wanted to become involved. Whenever you come across a theatre program as unique as FST’s, where the key to getting art into the hearts of so many has been found – in a comfortable and easily accessible way – you know you’ve spotted a winner. We are proud to be season underwriters – associated with the finest staff and talent anywhere – and hope that others will join us in supporting FST’s important work.

DENNIS & GRACI MCGILLICUDDY FST is important to us because we believe so strongly in the transformative power of the arts. For close to 30 years now, we have been so fortunate to experience first-hand how that transformative power works its magic in the hands of an

organization that is not only experienced and dedicated, but so highly skilled in their craft. The values of the theater and its leadership, as reflected in its mission, and as manifested in its work, whether it be on the Mainstage, in the Cabaret, in its Education and community outreach programs – these are values that we so strongly believe in. As a consequence, it is a privilege for us to be a part of, and supportive of this great theater. PATRICK & MARY MULVA We discovered FST after moving to Sarasota in July 2018, and were so impressed with the diversity and quality of the performances. The breadth of entertainment offerings delight, challenge, and provide thought provoking subjects for a broad range of audiences. In addition, their work in bringing theatre experiences into the schools provides an exposure to the arts that open new doors to young people. FST is a cultural pillar of the Sarasota arts community. We are proud to be a part of its continuing success as supporters and by serving on the board of directors.ANNE H.S. NETHERCOTT (1926-2019) When asked to define giving, Anne said: “My mother used to say the best way to find you is to lose yourself, by focusing on the needs of others rather than on oneself.” So giving has always been an important family value, which in childhood was reinforced by the community experience of surviving The Depression. Anne was proud to be a supporter of FST.

Recognizes our lifetime givers for their commitment to the Art of FST, establishing an endowed fund to support cherished programs for life.

SERIES UNDERWRITERSJOAN & LARRY CASTELLANI We have been attending Florida Studio Theatre for many years, and we have found so much to enjoy. We love the diversity of the art FST offers, and are consistently impressed at the talent showcased on their many stages. We appreciate that Richard, Rebecca, and the rest of the FST staff

show a true dedication to their craft. And most importantly, we are grateful that a theatre of this caliber exists in our city. We are proud to be supporters of this Sarasota treasure.THE EXCHANGE OF SARASOTA Since 1962, The Exchange of Sarasota has awarded more

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than $8 million in grants and scholarships in support of the arts of Sarasota and Manatee counties. “A proud supporter of Florida Studio Theatre for more than 30 years, The Exchange of Sarasota is proud to continue the legacy of supporting an organization that is as artistically diverse as FST.” - Karen Koblenz, Executive Director/CEO, The Exchange of SarasotaGULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION For 25 years, together with our donors, Gulf Coast Community Foundation has transformed our region through bold and proactive philanthropy. Gulf Coast is a public charity that was created in 1995 through the sale of the Venice Hospital. Since then, we have become the philanthropic home of nearly 1,000 families, individuals, organizations, and businesses that have established charitable funds here, and we have invested over $320 million in grants in the areas of health and human services, civic and economic development, education, arts and culture, and the environment. Learn more at GulfCoastCF.org.

DR. TY GARDNER & LIZA MCKEEVER-GARDNER The quality of the numerous, diverse, and cutting edge offerings at FST is awesome. Rebecca and Richard Hopkins are pure genius as is their writing, producing, and directing. Our community is extremely lucky to have these

dedicated, talented, and gifted individuals and their terrific staff. About the time you think it just cannot get any better, they come up with something much better! They deserve our support and thanks! ROBERT & BONNY ISRAELOFF Our favorite FST story happened while attending a performance for the first time many years ago and saying, “This is theatre! Do they have a season subscription?!” FST is thought-provoking, Broadway worthy theatre. We believe FST is important because it enriches our community; it helps make Sarasota what it is. This is why we have proudly contributed to past expansions – especially the new Gompertz Theatre complex – to aid FST’s mission in being even more accessible to the public.

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

CO-PRODUCERSJAN & LARRY COLEMAN Florida Studio Theatre is a professionally run organization, bringing excellent theatre to Sarasota. Any actor or actress lucky enough to be in a Florida Studio Theatre production will find all their needs fulfilled. Even more wonderful is the commitment Florida Studio Theatre has to give children a chance to write a play! Bravo to a well-run organization!SCENE MAGAZINE For sixty years, SCENE Magazine has proudly served as Sarasota–Bradenton’s longest running community magazine. Each issue celebrates the people, businesses and organizations that make our community thrive. SCENE is also a proud longtime supporter of Florida Studio Theatre – acommunity treasure and one of our brightest stars. From its quality productions to its community outreach programs, and its top notch artistic and executive staff, FST’s community impact is huge and vitally important. I hope you will join SCENE to ensure FST’s continued growth and success. We encourage you to help in any way you can. - Julie Milton, Publisher

PLANNED GIVING MAKES A DIFFERENCE

The theatre relies on the support and thoughtful planning of donors to guarantee long-term sustainability. Planned gifts will ensure the programs you love and value will endure for

future generations.

If your future plans include a gift to FST, let us know. Contact Melody Mora-Shihadeh at 941-366-9017 ext. 326 , or by email at [email protected]

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FST COMPANYEDUCATION & TOURS

Director of Children’s Theatre .....................Caroline KaiserDirector of Education ...............................Christine HopkinsEducation Administrator .................................Pamela SmithTeaching Artist/YPF Coordinator ...................Adam Ratner Education Group Sales Assoc ......................Hannah BagnallTeaching Artist .....................................................Denee Lortz

COMMUNITY RESOURCE GROUP

AUDIENCE ENRICHMENT GROUP

OUTSIDE ASSISTANCEHouse Counsel ................................................. John PattersonFacility Custodian .....................................Carlos De Oliveira...............................................Confidence Cleaning CompanyCaretaker ................................................................ Doctor Nik

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMActing Apprentice ...................................Samantha DempseyActing Apprentice ......................................Brooke EmmerichActing Apprentice .................................... Anna Lee HawkinsActing Apprentice ............................................. Tim HiemstraActing Apprentice ............................................. Marc JohnsonActing Apprentice .................................................. Pedro LeosActing Apprentice .......................................... De’Ja McKnabbActing Apprentice .........................................Reilly O’ConnellActing Apprentice ............................................ Megan PiggottActing Apprentice .............................................Will StapletonActing Apprentice ...........................................Kyle Van FrankActing/Improv Fellow ............................... Anna WeatherwaxArtistic/Directing Fellow .....................................Drew NorrisCompany Management Intern .............Chelsea WhittemoreCostume Intern ...............................................Chelsea BannanCostume Intern .........................................David Wesley PriceDevelopment Intern .....................................Camryn MacIverEducation Fellow ............................................. Austin HowethGeneral Management Intern .......................................JT PriarLighting Fellow ....................................................Justen ZhangLiterary Intern ...............................................Benedict BurgessLiterary Intern .....................................................Alex DrinnenLiterary Intern ......................................... Madison McAllisterLiterary Intern ...............................................Hannah ZwernerMarketing Intern ...............................................Alyssa ParrishPlaywriting Fellow ............................................Sarah DurhamProduction Intern ................................................... Jacob ScottProduction Management Intern ................. Chase KnapsteinScenic Production Intern .......................... Shannen McClureScenic Production Intern ............................. Joshua WilliamsSound Fellow .................................................... David SabbaghStage Management Intern .............................. Amanda BalterStage Management Intern ...............................Henry HansonStage Management Intern .............................. Shira LebovichStage Management Intern .................................... Emily MickStage Management Intern ...............................Helena Rankin

Ina SchnellCommissioner Willie

Charles ShawHoward Tevlowitz

Chief Judge Charles E.WilliamsRose Chapman

Hon. Larry L. EgerTrevor HarveyThe Jewish Federation of Sarasota-ManateeGilbert KingMichéle D. RedwineDr. Eddy Regnier

Jan ColemanLarry ColemanShirley FeinMaddy FreshwaterCarol GilbertSy Goldblatt Jim GoldmanSandy GoldmanRobert GradyWendy GradyBonny IsraeloffValerie Joels

Patricia KordisMarie Kropp

Susan LandauFrank MalicksonMatty Matheson

Graci McGillicuddyIna Schnell

Alan SchottensteinLois Schottenstein

Lois StulbergCharlie Ann Syprett

Martin Taffel

BOARD OF TRUSTEES President ............................................... Dennis McGillicuddyVice-President ............................................. Richard HopkinsSecretary/Treasurer ......................................Patricia Courtois Trustee ..............................................................Gaele BartholdTrustee ...............................................................Georgia CourtTrustee .......................................................... Patricia CourtoisTrustee ................................................................Jeff HotchkissTrustee .............................................................Robert IsraeloffTrustee ..............................................................Barbara LupoffTrustee ................................................................Patrick MulvaTrustee ................................Chief Judge Charles E. Williams

EXECUTIVE STAFFProducing Artistic Director ....................... Richard HopkinsManaging Director ......................................Rebecca Hopkins

ARTISTIC STAFFAssociate Director At-Large .........................Kate AlexanderCasting/Hiring Coordinator ........................... Alexa Doggett Casting Associate/Artistic Assistant ............. James Ashford Resident Pianist ..................................................... Jim ProsserAssociate Artist ................................................. Jason CannonAssociate Artist ...................................................Ellie MooneyAssociate Artist .......................................Catherine RandazzoDirector of Improvisation ......................................Will LueraAssistant to the Artistic Director .....................Doris IemoloLiterary Associate ................................................. Meg Gilbert

PRODUCTION STAFFProduction Manager ............................................. Bruce PriceProduction Manager ..............................................Lizzi NehlsAssistant Production Manager.............................Louis VetterMainstage Stage Manager ...................................... Roy JohnsTechnical Director .................................................. Jim FosterCostume Shop Manager ...........................Adrienne WebberSound Supervisor .................................................Thom KorpLighting Supervisor .................................Michael CummingsProps/Paint Supervisor .............................. Kristine KreutzerLead Carpenter .................................................. Marco Acosta

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFGeneral Manager .............................................Jill ZakrzewskiDirector of IT .................................................... Clarke Weigle Business Manager .......................................Carmen GonzalezAssociate Business Manager ........................ Orville CorderoBusiness Office Associate ................................David WallaceAsst. to the Managing Dir ..........................Phyllis SilvermanFacilities Manager .......................................Joseph Goepfrich Facilities Technician .............................. Mark Quackenbush Company Manager ...........................................Luke JohnsonDirector of Marketing .....................................Becca JenningsPublic Relations Associate ................................. Lydia Baxter Marketing Associate............................................. Sarah HaleyMarketing Assistant ..............................................Justin JonesDirector of Indiv. Giving ................ Melody Mora-ShihadehDevelopment Associate .................................Samus HaddadDevelopment Associate .............................Melanie MarcottePatron Services Manager ....................Kelsey Wehde WilsonAsst. Box Office Manager ...................................Gigi DelperoAsst. Box Office Manager ...........................Noah ScheibmeirEvents Coordinator ........................................Matthew QuickRestaurant Manager .............................................. Tom CurryRestaurant Manager ..........................................Karen KrasterAsst. Restaurant Manager .................................. Kristy PlumReceptionist/ Volunteer Coord ....................... Joan O’Dowd