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Prism Movement Theater Presents La Maupin: The French
July 11 – 13, 2024
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Prism Movement Theater Presents
La Maupin: The French Abomination
Written & Directed by Kelsey Milbourn
CAST
Kelsey Milbourn (Julie D’Aubigny)
Trey Estes (Ensemble)
Mitchell Stephens (Ensemble)
Carissa Jade Olsen (Ensemble)
Shanthany Wilkerson (Ensemble)
Ania Lyons (Ensemble)
MattJohn West (Ensemble)
Kristen Lazarchick (Ensemble)
Nicolle Carrano (Ensemble / Swing)
Brevan Crawford (Ensemble / Understudy)
CREW
Writer/ Director/ Dance Choreographer - Kelsey Milbourn
Producer -Jeffrey Colangelo
Fight Coordinator - Mitchell Stephens
Technical Director - Jonah Gutierrez
Stage Manager / Production Manager - Alexandra Hernandez
Assistant Stage Manager / Dresser - Elliot Stapleton
Lighting Designer - Courtney Amaro
Costume Designer - Aaron Patrick LeClerk
Poster Photography - Evan Woods
Marketing - Pearl Creative Consulting
DIRECTOR’S NOTE
The 17th century has hidden a jewel of a queer icon and it’s only now that she’s starting to see the spotlight again. A skilled duelist, famous opera star, and fierce bisexual lover, Julie’s life is the epitome of fighting for queer love and gender expression in a world where it’s still largely challenged. Her tale is an epic battle between the societal norms of how a woman should be, act, present, and who she loves, as well as her inner struggle to love her shadows alongside her talents. This punk-rock multi-media version of her story is a tribute to how she relates to queer humans today in their own journeys to love and be loved.
You are enough. ~ Kelsey Milbourn
CAST BIOS
Kelsey Milbourn (They/Them) ( Julie ) is a Texas Christian University graduate with a BFA in musical theatre and independent study in modern dance, and serves as adjunct faculty for the BFA theatre program at TCU . A choreographer, fight director, intimacy coordinator, and actor in the DFW, KC, NY & NC areas, as well as a local playwright and a drag king, they are the recipient of the Live Theatre League Award (Tarrant County), as well as Dallas Cultural Actor of the Year. Some of their recent work includes projects at Prism Movement Theater , Dallas Theater Center , Undermain Theatre, Stage West, Circle Theatre, Amphibian Stage Productions, Second Thought Theatre , Echo Theatre , Danspiek NYC , Cape Fear Regional , and was an artistic associate of the Trinity Shakespeare Festival for its entire decade.
Shanthany Wilkerson (She/Her) ( Ensemble ) is a performing artist from Cedar Hill, TX. She is now a Dallas, TX local artist, performing in area musical theatre, dance, and plays. She previously worked with Prism Movement Theater in the 2022 production of Circe: The Song of Benedito (Circe). She is honored to be part of the world premiere of La Maupin as part of the Elevator Project.
Brevan Crawford’s journey through the performing arts spans two decades, imbuing him with a profound understanding of its intricacies. He has had the pleasure of working with many performing companies throughout the DFW Metroplex and is overjoyed to be a part of Prism Movement Theater’s La Maupin.
MattJohn West (He/They) ( Ensemble ) is a local artist in the DFW area. They have been seen in theaters such as The Firehouse Theatre, North Texas Performing Arts, Upright Theatre Company and just came back from touring with Bright Star Touring Theater earlier in the year. He’d like to send all of his love and energy to the girles!
“Slayyyyyy boots” - xoxo @ MattJohnWest
Ania Lyons (She/They) (Ensemble) is a local theatre artist and has performed, choreographed, and assistant stage managed all over the DFW metroplex. They are so excited to perform with Prism Movement Theater once again after previously working in Everything Will Be Fine . Previous experience includes work at Dallas Theater Center, Dallas Children’s Theater, Casa Mañana, WaterTower Theatre, Theater Three, Lyric Stage , and more. Catch their adventures @lyons.dance543
Kristen Lazarchick (She/Her) (Ensemble/Understudy) is delighted to be reuniting with the outstanding creative team at Prism Movement Theater . Other credits include Second Thought Theatre - Anne-Tig-Uh-Knee, Shakespeare Dallas - Romeo & Juliet (Juliet), Shakespeare Dallas - The Two Gentlemen of Verona , Kitchen Dog Theater - Radiant
Vermin, Echo Theatre - Us/Them, Echo Theatre - Founders, Keepers, Flexible Grey Theatre Co . - Lipstick , and Eccentric Bear Theater Co . - The Seagull . She received a BFA with a specialization in Acting from Southern Methodist University and is represented by Kim Dawson Agency. See Kristen next in Second Thought Theatre’s fall production of Hang. She would like to thank her husband, Parker, for his unwavering love and support. You can find Kristen (and her three beautiful cats) on IG @ kristenlazarchick
Nicole Carrano (She/Her) ( Ensemble/ Understudy ) is thrilled to be a part of this Prism Movement Theater production. Nicole has performed and choreographed at numerous theaters around DFW and has had choreography from her YouTube channel, DanceByFire, featured on the The Greatest Showman and Hamilton social media pages. Nicole is thankful every day for her ever growing DFW theatre family, and thanks her friends and family near and far for their constant support! @ nicole_ _jamie
Carissa Jade Olsen ( Ensemble ) is excited to be joining up for a second time with Prism Movement Theater in La Maupin . She was last seen with Prism in Bruises: Animal vs. Machine (The Machine). Other local credits include: Plague Mask Players - Romeo & Juliet (Prince Escalus), Lily & Joan - A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Lysander), WaterTower Theatre - The Great Distance Home (Ensemble), Echo Theatre - The Lucky Chance (Diana), Stage West - Around the World in 80 Days (Aouda), The Firehouse Theatre - Romeo & Juliet (Juliet). Carissa has a BFA in Theatre Performance from Baylor University. She would like to dedicate her performance to all those discovering their true selves with honesty, courage, and joy. Love to Alice Elizabeth, my very own angel on earth.
Mitch Stephens (they/them) is an actor, choreographer, and movement artist. While they call DFW home, their work has spanned the entire country. East to west, Mitch imbues their work with curiosity, compassion and fun Mitch is proud to call Prism Movement Theater a family and is thankful to Kelsey and Jeff for their continued brilliance. And thanks to their family for the unyielding support!
Trey Estes is a professional actor, dancer, choreographer, and stuntman in DFW. He has performed with Kitchen Dog Theater in Pippin (Berthe’s Boys / Tambourine), Plaza Theatre Company in AIDA (Nubian / Soldier), The Firehouse Theatre in CATS (Tumblebrutus), Artisan Center Theater in Seussical (Wickersham Brother), and is currently taking in the spooky world with Nightly Spirits Ghost Tours (Tour Guide). Trey would like to thank Prism Movement Theater for their hard work and extended grace throughout each and every production. Trey would also like to thank his friends, family, loved ones and the audience for their contributions and continued support!!
CREW BIOS
Alexandra Hernandez ( Stage Manager ) is a multidisciplinary Chicana/Indigenous artist working in Dallas, TX. She graduated from Greensboro College (NC) with a BA in Stage Management/Directing. Her directing credits include Circle Theatre - Water by the Spoonful, Teatro Dallas - Choke (staged reading), Director of Live Translations Dallas Theater Center - Our Town , Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklórico - Homenaje
A Los Grandes , and Over the Bridge Arts - The Language of My Ancestors (Burning Woman Festival). Assisting Directing credits: Teatro Dallas - Ashes of Light , Cara Mia Theater - Orígenes/Origins (Workshop) , Theatre Three - Dracula , and Shakespeare Dallas - Pride and Prejudice . She has worked on the Stage Management team with companies such as Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklórico , Cara Mía Theater Company, Mixed Blood Theatre , and Dallas Theater Center . In addition to working in the theatrical community, she is also a poet and ceremonial danzante with Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli. Alexandra’s training includes Cornerstone Theater Company (LA) and she is an alumna of the Pangea World Theater and its Art2Action National Institute for Directing & Ensemble Creation: Next Generation 2018 Cohort
Aaron Patrick DeClerk ( Costume Design ) holds a BA from Northeastern State University (OK) and an MFA from The University of Oklahoma. He has garnered critical praise and numerous awards for his work seen across the country. He is excited to make his debut collaboration with Prism Movement Theater.
Elliot Stapleton (Assistant Stage Manager) is a Dallas-based non-binary writer and creator. They have worked in a wide variety of roles in the Dallas theatre scene on and off for over ten years, including set building, lights, sound, and stage management.
Courtney Amaro is a Lighting Designer originally from Kansas City, Missouri. Having received a B.S. in Theater Design and Technology from Northwest Missouri State University and an M.F.A. in Entertainment Lighting Design, Courtney currently works at the University of Texas at Dallas as the Assistant Technical Director. Courtney has worked with multiple Dallas theater companies including Cry Havoc Theater Co. and Teatro Dallas . Recent designs have included Newsies , as well as a wide variety of dance pieces and concerts at UTD. This is Courtney’s first production with Prism Movement Theater.
Jonah Gutierrez ( Technical Director ) has been a cornerstone of Prism Movement Theater for the past ten years, starting as Prism’s founding lighting and scenic designer and evolving into the technical director. With a 15-year career, Jonah transitioned from lighting concerts and commercial venues to mastering the stage. His innovations, including Prism’s in-house developed wireless lighting systems, custom fixtures, and effects, have driven every major technical advancement in Prism Movement Theater’s history.
Jonah’s passion for lighting design is evident in his role as production manager and lighting/special effects designer for the critically acclaimed touring production of Lucha Teotl. Recently, he debuted as a co-director for the acclaimed Circe: Song of Benedito , which he and the team are ambitiously working to tour. Jonah’s work aims to immerse the audience seamlessly, highlighting each moment and movement with precision and artistry.
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