RENT was originally produced in New York by New York Theatre Workshop and on Broadway by Jeffrey Seller, Kevin McCollum, Allan S. Gordon and New York Theatre Workshop
Scenic Designer ANDREW ROBINSON
Costume Designer FRANKIE CONFALONE
Technical Director KYLE SANTOPADRE
Music Director FRANÇOIS SUHR
Lighting Designer EMILY LOVELL
Properties JAMES GRAUSAM
Production Stage Manager DENNIS TOLENTINO
Production Manager JAMES MARHOLD
Director / Choreographer
NATALIE HAYES-SCOTT
RENT
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Season Sponsors:
The Law Firm of Jonathan D’Agostino & Associates; World Subaru
Show Sponsors:
Declarations, Inc.; Medimorphosis Medical Weight Loss Center; The Chehanske, DiBella & Thomson Families
A MESSAGE FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Whenever I hear true fans of RENT talk about why they love this show, there is always a reverence for the community that was created by the characters in Alphabet City in the mid-90s. RENT debuted in 1994 highlighting the chaos of the decade-long global AIDS crisis, the height of the crack epidemic, and rampant homelessness amid corporate greed and urban gentrification. A bold move for a Broadway show, following years of government, medical and social ambivalence to “the gay cancer,” trickle-down economics, and a war on drug users rather than drug makers. In 1992 the CDC reported that AIDS was the number one killer of men aged 25-44 and by 1994, the year RENT debuted on Broadway, it was the leading cause of death for all Americans in that age group. Amid government denial, social scorn, religious disapproval, and medical procrastination; the multiple crises of the 90’s seemed to target the vibrant, artistic, creative, fun-loving sections of society who already felt disenchanted with the establishment. Just like in La Boheme and the artist colonies of Paris in the 1890’s, our struggling artists paint a world where society is quick to make anything operating outside of the strict norms and conventions of sitcom styled suburban America. So, I understand why people hold the show in a special place in their hearts, RENT resonates with anyone looking for a place that celebrates finding your tribe and “being an ‘us’” as the lyric goes in “La Vie Boheme.” It’s important to remember those times – but also to look at our current world through that lens. What have we learned since then? How have things changed and how have they stayed the same? I’m grateful for the Count Basie Center and Phoenix Productions who are working on being the change. Dedicated to creating a place that celebrates everyone, lifts all voices and endeavors to authentically provide a space for everyone to be seen, feel welcome, and grow their passion for creating... for their community. At the end of the day all we can do is measure our lives in love.
Enjoy the show.
James
Managing Artistic Director
Phoenix Productions at the Count Basie Center
THE CAST
in order of appearance
Roger Davis ..........................................................................................
CRISTIAN RODRIGUEZ
Mark Cohen ......................................................................................NICHOLAS BUONVICINO
Tom Collins KYLE JAVON
Benjamin Coffin III .................................................................................
For Roger - EDDIE ROGERS; for Mark - ARIEL SANCHEZ-BELLO; for Benjamin - ANTHONY VIERA; for Joanne - GENESIS DIAZ-HALL; for Angel - NA’JEE TARIQ; for Mimi - JANNETTE FISHER; for Maureen - CASSIDY LOBB. ......................................................................................
JONATHAN STANLEY
Joanne Jefferson .......................................................................................... DESIREE GIBSON
Steve, The Man, Mr. Grey ............................................................................... EDDIE ROGERS
Paul, Police, Santa Fe Dancer ............................................................................ JESSE SAMAY
Gordon, Santa Fe Dancer, Police .....................................................
ARIEL SANCHEZ-BELLO Squeegieman, Santa Fe Dancer .......................................................QUINCY SOUTHERLAND Homeless Person, Coat Vendor, Seasons of Love Soloist NA’JEE TARIQ
Mr. Jefferson, Police, Pastor....................................................................... ANTHONY VIERA
UNDERSTUDIES
THE PRODUCTION TEAM
Production Manager ................................................................................... JAMES MARHOLD
Director / Choreographer .................................................................. NATALIE HAYES-SCOTT
“What You Own” Pastor, Mark, Collins, Benny, Roger
“Voice Mail #6” Roger’s Mother, Mimi’s Mother, Mr. Jefferson, Mrs. Cohen
“Finale A” Company
“Your Eyes” Roger
“Finale B” Company
PLEASE BE ADVISED: THIS PERFORMANCE UTILIZES STROBE EFFECTS AND CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE AND SITUATIONS.
The use of any recording device, either audio or video, and the taking of photographs, either with or without flash, is strictly prohibited. Please turn off all electronic devices such as cellular phones, tablets, beepers, and watches. The use of cell phones in the theater is prohibited.
2024/2025 SEASON SPONSORS
The Law Firm of Jonathan D’Agostino & Associates
World Subaru - Joe & Nicole Wajda
RENT Show Sponsors:
Declarations, Inc.; Medimorphosis Medical Weight Loss Center; The Chehanske, DiBella & Thomson Families
PHOENIX PRODUCTIONS
2024/2025
SEASON DONORS
RISING STAR LEVEL: $500-$999
Professor Chris Adamo, Joseph Ercolino, Maryann Larkin, The Thorner Family, Diane Tresente
FAN LEVEL: Up to $249
Dianne Asay, Christine Bevacqua, The Boyko Family, Jane Cybulski, William & Ann Emery, Judith & William Fraser, Gloria Friedman, Kenneth Groeschel, Rita LaBrecque, Leanne Lasko, Bridgette Markuson, Carolyn McCarthy, The Mele/Declarations Family, Nancy Merkel - In Memory of Marie Elizabeth Corke, Donna Pinamonti, The Press Family, The Rainone Family, Barbara Saake, Richard Scott
STARS ON PHOENIX’S “WALK OF DREAMS”
Todd Aikens, Andrea Andrews Zawadzky, Matthew Blankley, Grace Brancato, Brothers Commercial Brokerage, The Brown Family, Chloe Carone, Erin O’Malley Chiaravalloti, Sarah Coleman, Liz & Randy Cooper, Sophie Creed, The Cullen Family, The D’Agostino Family, Mike & Betty Ann Dalberg, Bobby Davis, Lily DelPresto, In Memory of Mildred & Patrick DeLuca, Tina & Mike DeVito, Denise DiBona DDS, The Dobbs Family, Hudson Eder & Jo Wymer Music Studios, Joe Ercolino & Melvin Polisher, FILCO Red Bank, Immediate Care Medical Walk-In & CEO Sal Cannizzaro, In Memory of Jakob Franke, Bob Fuller, Carmen Gemellaro, Kayla Goins, Jennifer Grasso, James Grausam, Anthony Greco, Keegan Robert Haack, Holly Hankins & Family, Don & Lois Heirman, Thomas K. Hessman, Taylor Nicole Kaplan, Nancy Karpf, Fran Centofante Katz, Sydney & Jason Katz, Zoe & Molly Kenney, George & Kelly Kerrick, The Kinneman Family, The LaRue Family, James, Kathleen & Patrick Marhold, The Martini Family, In Loving Memory of Pat Mercandetti, The Monteleone Family, Jillian Mueller, Scott Naef, The Nodes Family, Don Olah Hair/Wigs, Alexa Origlio, Christine Paccillo, Wayne, Daniel & Marisa Peck, The Pennington Family, Joanne Penrose, Red Oak Mortgage, The Regan Family, Remember Jones, Lily Grace Riddle, Kara Robertelli, Harper Robinson, The Robinson Family, The Scherzo Family, Haley & Chris Schmalbach, Thomas Scove, The Sheftel Family, Carl Sterling Smith, Jack & Joyce Sica, The Stefanelli Family, The Thorner Family, Mary Jo Tort-Bergeron, Carol Wade, The Wagar Family, Ellen & Michael Walsh, Amanda Winter, Lindsay Wood, Chip & Ilda Wood, World Subaru
NICHOLAS BUONVICINO
(Mark Cohen)
is thrilled to be back with Phoenix in this amazing company of RENT! Recent credits: Memphis (Huey Understudy / Ensemble; Playhouse 22), Jesus Christ Superstar (Apostle Thomas; Phoenix Productions), Dogfight (Eddie Birdlace; Main Street Theatre Company). Outside of theatre, Nicholas sings tenor in Ovation Quartet. Nicholas would like to thank Natalie, François, the cast & crew, his family, friends and his beautiful wife Diana for their love and support! Instagram: @nbuonvicino TikTok: @nbuonvicino
DANIEL CANCEL
(Angel Dumott Schunard)
Phoenix Productions and Count Basie debut! Academy of Art University graduate (BFA Acting). Previous credits include: RENT (Angel, Mystic Vision Players); Something Rotten! (Nigel); Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour); In the Heights (Usnavi); I, Too, Sing America (Dancer, Choreographer); Drowsy Chaperone (George); Six Degrees of Separation (Doug); Xanadu (Sonny); A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Fairy).
NINA DeGORI
(Sue, Vendor, Over the Moon Backup Performer, Alexi Darling) is thrilled to return to the stage in one of her all-time favorite shows! Although she took the past few years off from performing to pursue other endeavors, Nina has been acting since 2001. Credits include: the original production aciremA (Aletta; Hudson Guild Theatre; NY Theatre Festival) and Reasons To Be Pretty (Steph; Montclair State). When she’s not performing, Nina is still immersed in the world of the arts as the Digital Marketing Manager at the Count Basie Center.
GENESIS DIAZ-HALL
(Mrs. Jefferson, Blanket Lady, Seasons of Love Soloist, u/s Joanne) couldn’t be happier returning to the Count Basie stage for a third time! She is forever grateful to the creative team and Natalie Hayes-Scott for this incredible opportunity to share this story. To the cast and crew, know that she’ll cherish the laughter and the tears shared forever. Genesis thanks her friends and family for their never ending love and support and wants everyone to know there truly is no day but today!
1 Corinthians 16:14
JANNETTE FISHER
(Homeless Person, Junkie, u/s Mimi) is thrilled to be in Phoenix Productions’ RENT. This will be her first production with the company. Additional credits: HAIR (Dionne), Head Over Heels (Mopsa), RENT (Mimi). As a recent client with Kreative Agency, she hopes to explore and expand on her skill set and opportunities. She is so honored to be in her favorite show with some of the most talented cast and crew she has worked with.
WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST
LAUREN FRIEDMAN
(Mrs. Cohen, Homeless Person, Over the Moon Backup Performer) is over the moon to be back on stage with Phoenix in one of her top bucket list shows. Favorite credits include: The Music Man (Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn), Fiddler on the Roof (Grandma Tzeitel), Elf The Musical (Deb), The Bridges of Madison County (Marge), and Xanadu (Calliope). When not on stage, Lauren teaches preschool and loves to bake. Much love to Lex, Ani, Sierra, and Liam, and a million thanks to the production staff!
DESIREE GIBSON
(Joanne Jefferson)
This is Desiree’s third show with Phoenix, and she couldn’t be more excited to play a role she has wanted since she was 15. She is pleased to be with a new team, with some familiar faces, and alongside some of her best friends. She is thankful to be able to showcase her talent in her first principal role in 5 years. As always, she would like to thank her family (Phoenix family included) for all the love and support! #ThankyouJonathanLarson
KYLE JAVON
(Tom Collins) is excited to take on the role of Collins. Recent credits: The Mountaintop (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; Asbury Park Theatre Company), Beautiful (Drifter; Titusville Playhouse, FL, and Kelsey Theatre, NJ); Dreamgirls (Curtis), Cry-Baby, The Color Purple, and White Christmas (Roxy Regional Theatre, TN); ShBoom! Life Could Be a Dream (Duke, Greater Ocean City Theatre), Into the Woods (Wolf, Algonquin Arts Theatre), Shrek (Donkey, Middletown Arts Center). He was a 2022 BroadwayWorld NJ Award nominee (Shrek, Donkey). Kyle is a 2024 NJACT Perry Award nominee (Outstanding Featured Actor, Beautiful).
CASSIDY LOBB
(Pam, Santa Fe Dancer, Junkie, Roger’s Mom, u/s Maureen) is thrilled to be a part of her first show with Phoenix! From Sydney Australia, Cass is a graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Credits include: Spring Awakening (Ilse, Sydney Theatre Co), Next to Normal (Natalie, Newcastle Theatre Co). Big shoutout to her chosen NY family (Josie, Arthur, Nicky, Kent) and her incredibly supportive (irritating) roommates (Linus, Dani, Jack, Kat). She hopes to redeem her country from their abysmal breakdancing performance at the Olympics with her involvement in this production!
DAGMAR MARSHALL-MICHELSON (Mimi Marquez)
(she/her/they) is thrilled to be back on the Basie stage. Past credits include: West Side Story (Anita), RENT (Mimi Marquez), In the Heights (Nina) and American Idiot (St. Jimmy). She would like to thank her family, friends, and partner for their continuous love and unwavering support. To the cast and crew, thank you for your dedication and beautiful talent. Jonathan - you changed the face of musical theatre. No Day But Today. @daggy6260
DEANNA MOLINARO
(Santa Fe Dancer, Ali, Junkie, Mimi’s Mom) is elated and honored to be making her debut with Phoenix Productions in its rendition of RENT. Though she had previously been inactive in performance for almost ten years, earlier credits include: Thoroughly Modern Millie (Muzzy Van Hossmere; Nutley Theatre Company) and Sweeney Todd (Ensemble; Nutley Theatre Company). Deanna holds a master’s degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling and is studying to become a licensed therapist. Love one another...no day but today.
NATHANIEL MERCER PARIS
(Homeless Person, Junkie, Vendor, Waiter) (he/they) is excited / elated / ecstatic / thrilled to be able to do a third show with Phoenix after HAIR and American Idiot He attends school at Rutgers University, majoring in Music and minoring in Microbiology. He would like to give a special thanks to his friends, his family, and his partner, who makes theatre so special. He hopes that you enjoy the show, as it is one of his only outlets to let out his abundant energy.
CRISTIAN RODRIGUEZ
(Roger Davis) is thrilled to be joining Phoenix again on the Basie stage! Recent credits: The Last Five Years (Jamie; Danny Murphy Productions), American Idiot (Favorite Son; Phoenix Productions) and Legally Blonde (Warner; Villanova Student MT). He would like to extend his heartfelt gratitude to his family for their unwavering support throughout his theatrical journey. He would also like to recognize this incredible cast and crew for their dedication and talent, making this process an enriching and fulfilling experience. Break legs, all!
EDDIE ROGERS
(Steve, The Man, Mr. Grey, u/s Roger) is thrilled to be back on stage, after a long hiatus, making his Phoenix Productions debut. Favorite credits: Into the Woods (Jack; Axelrod PAC), Hairspray (Corny Collins; Algonquin Arts Theatre), and Godspell (Judas; Algonquin Arts Theatre). Eddie is also an aspiring playwright. Eddie would like to thank Natalie for the opportunity and inspiring him to get back on stage! Thanks to François, Dennis, Jim, and the rest of this incredible cast and crew for their hard work and dedication! Love to my family and friends for all the love and support always! Enjoy the show!
WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST
JESSE SAMAY
(Paul, Police, Santa Fe Dancer) (he/him/they/them) is absolutely thrilled to be making their Phoenix Productions / Count Basie Center debut in RENT!! They are a seasoned singer/songwriter who performed in bands and tribute acts throughout the national circuit including Gloria Gaynor’s birthday celebration and Top View Sightseeing Tours in NYC! They have performed in productions, including Tuscaloosa’s Calling Me, But I’m Not Going! (Host; Greenwich Street Theatre, NYC), and Mamma Mia! (Featured Ensemble, Warner Theatre, CT).
ARIEL SANCHEZ-BELLO
(Gordon, Santa Fe Dancer, Police, u/s Mark) has no words for the way he’s feeling about being in Phoenix’s production of RENT! Previous Phoenix credits include: West Side Story (Pepe), The Addams Family (Conquistador), and Ragtime (Harlem Ensemble). Ariel would like to thank Dagmar, Cristian, Cass, Daniel, Kyle, Anthony, and the rest of the cast and crew of RENT for keeping him alive, fed, and for reminding him to sleep during this process! Ariel would like to dedicate these performances to Felix and Ivy Rodriguez. Enjoy the show!
QUINCY SOUTHERLAND
(Squeegieman, Santa Fe Dancer, Assistant Choreographer)
Quincy‘s journey with Phoenix has been a wild one! From dancing to what the people called Ragtime, to the Newsies strike, to the prohibition period to do some Nice Work…, to Iowa to support a counterfeit Music Man, to on the streets In the Heights! Quincy now journeys back to New York to sing and dance about RENT! Sit back, Relax, and Enjoy the Show! Want to follow more of Quincy’s journey’s, find him on any social media. @ Quincy.Southerland
JONATHAN STANLEY
(Benjamin Coffin III) is a research scientist from East Windsor and is excited to return to the Count Basie Center stage. Previous credits include: Ragtime, Once on This Island, Children of Eden, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Footloose, In the Heights, and Oliver!. He is forever thankful for those that allowed his voice to be heard.
NA’JEE TARIQ
(Homeless Person, Coat Vendor, Seasons of Love Soloist, u/s Angel)
Phoenix Productions and Count Basie debut! Previous credits include: Grease (Teen Angel) and Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Sebastian; Centenary Stage Company); Kinky Boots (Angel/u/s Lola, PVP), Goosebumps (Emile, The Growing Stage), RENT (Angel, CSC; and Collins, BCP).
JENNIFER TOWNSEND-HAMBRICK
(Maureen Johnson)
is filled with gratitude to have the opportunity to play this role in such stellar company. Regional credits include: The Who’s Tommy (Mrs. Walker, Phoenix Productions), Peter Pan (Peter Pan, Phoenix Productions), PICNIC (Madge, South Street Players), RENT (Maureen, Axelrod PAC), Grease (Rizzo, Phoenix Productions), Les Misérables (Cosette, Axelrod PAC).
Jennifer currently works in private practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She would like to thank everyone involved in the production and sends all much love, life, and respect.
WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST
ANTHONY VIERA
(Mr. Jefferson, Police, Pastor, u/s Benjamin) is thrilled to be back on the Basie stage with his Phoenix friends. Recent credits: The Prom (Tom Hawkins), Once on This Island (Armand/ Monsieur Beauxhomme, u/s Daniel), Evil Dead The Musical (Ed Gently), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Beast). Phoenix production credits include: The Music Man (Assistant Director, July 2023), The Prom (Assistant Production Manager, May 2024), The Color Purple (Assistant Production Manager, upcoming November 2024). No Day But TODAY! This, and everything I do, is for you, Nan.
TUES - SUN • NOV 19 - 24
TICKETS: THEBASIE.ORG
JAMES MARHOLD (Production Manager) has been a performer and Production Manager at Phoenix for nearly 35 years! Production credits include: In the Heights, Once on This Island, Evita, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, West Side Story, Legally Blonde, Spring Awakening, and Songs for a New World Thanks to Kathy and Patrick for their love and support!
NATALIE HAYES-SCOTT (Director / Choreographer) is thrilled to be back at the Basie for her directorial debut! She began her journey with Phoenix Productions as a teaching artist and performer (Sheila, A Chorus Line). She also choreographed many of Phoenix’s main stage productions (Ragtime, The Addams Family, In the Heights, and Once on This Island). Special thank you to James Grausam for the opportunity to tell this story, and to Fredi Walker-Browne for all of your wisdom, support, and guidance throughout the process. Thank you to the production team, this beautiful cast, her husband Jarrod, and her family and friends for their continuous support. She dedicates her work to her mom, Susan Hayes-Stasio and sister, Kim Clark.
FRANÇOIS SUHR (Music Director) loves returning to Phoenix Productions! Previous music direction credits include: The Addams Family, A Chorus Line and Disney’s Newsies. François is a choral music teacher in the South Brunswick School District and codirector of the Princeton Boychoir, but he frequently works as a music director, piano-conductor and pit orchestra pianist for productions, education programs and school shows throughout NJ and NYC. François is a proud mix of Filipino and Swiss heritage. @suhrf
EVALISE ABREU (Lead Production Assistant) is honored to be working with Phoenix Productions and the amazing cast of RENT. Evalise is a current student in Howell High School Fine and Performing Arts Program. Recent theatre and film credits: Lost Angels (Fiona / Swing), dec/22/2021 (Narrator), Everlong (Zoe), Strawberry Fields (Sophia), and The Words That Go Unsaid (Molly Freudner). She would like to thank Phoenix for the opportunity to be a part of such an amazing theatre company.
ISABELLA COMO (Assistant Stage Manager) is currently a freshman at Middlesex College studying design and production. Her credits include: Two River Theater’s Much Ado About Nothing, Romeo and Juliet (Assistant Stage Manager), Love’s Labour’s Lost (Directing Assistant), Phoenix Productions’ In the Heights (Assistant Stage Manager) and several additional shows during high school. She is so excited to be back with Phoenix this season! Additionally, she’d like to thank her family and friends for all their support!
FRANKIE CONFALONE (Costume Designer) is thrilled to return to Phoenix, previously seen onstage as Will in American Idiot and as Costume Designer for In the Heights! Favorite Costume Designs: Boeing, Boeing (Monmouth HS), Rock of Ages, HAIR, and Little Shop of Horrors (Exit 82 Theatre with partner Desiree Davenport).
ASHLEY CUSACK (Scenic Charge) is a freelance designer and artist throughout the tri-state area. She holds her MFA in Set Design from Rutgers’ Mason Gross School of the Arts. Since 2007, Ashley has worked in the Phoenix shop mixing paint, building and dreaming up set pieces to fill the Basie stage. Favorite past Phoenix designs include: Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Once on This Island, Elf, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. When not designing for the stage, she is busy starting new home projects and keeping up with her seven year old daughter’s imagination.
KYLE SANTOPADRE
WHO’S WHO ON THE PRODUCTION TEAM
KIMBERLY GELFAND (Assistant Properties) is excited to join the Production Team with this incredible production! Special thanks to Jim, Fran, Dennis, and James, for the opportunity and mentorship; James for making Phoenix Productions a special place; and the entire Creative Team for their hard work and dedication.
(Technical Director, Lead Carpenter) has a BA in Theatre with a Design concentration from Rowan University. He is the Assistant Technical Director and Lighting Designer for The Count Basie Center for the Arts. Past scenic designs include: In the Heights (Phoenix Productions), Guys & Dolls (Phoenix Productions), Noises Off (Raritan HS) and Hello Dolly! (Capital Productions). Many thanks to a wonderful production team!
FRAN CENTOFANTE KATZ
(Associate Production Manager) is thrilled to be back after serving as Production Manager for Ragtime, Guys and Dolls and A Christmas Carol the past two seasons. Fran started with Phoenix Productions in the cast of Peter Pan back in 1997 and since then has been a part of all aspects of the organization both on stage and behind the scenes. When not at the theater, Fran enjoys baking cookies and watching football. Fran would like to thank the entire production team, cast and crew for their hard work, talent and dedication. And as always, thanks to Stew, Sydney and Jason for their love and support.
EMILY LOVELL (Lighting Designer) has been working professionally as a lighting designer for ten years. Starting as Lighting Designer at The Strand Theater in Lakewood, she has gone from theater to concerts (Asbury Lanes) to corporate events (Bentley Meeker) and finally back here at The Vogel where she is currently Lighting Designer and Assistant Production Manager. RENT has a huge place in her heart and she can’t wait to put on this beautiful, heart wrenching show!
MAGGIE SURGUY (Assistant Stage Manager) is thrilled to continue learning and gathering experience while working on her second show at Phoenix. She has had an amazing time getting to know the cast, crew, and staff and is looking forward to more incredible opportunities. Maggie is currently a senior at Marlboro High School, where she is the Stage Manager and Chair of Community Outreach on the Executive Board. Enjoy the show!
DENNIS TOLENTINO (Production Stage Manager) is excited to be stage managing his 16th Phoenix production. Dennis has been with Phoenix since 2018 when he performed as Kevin Rosario in In the Heights A 2x NJACT Perry Award winning Stage Manager (including The Wizard of Oz for Phoenix), Dennis is a 1st generation Filipino-American and graduated from Georgetown University. He spends his days working for McMaster-Carr Supply. Thank you to the cast and crew (especially the ASM and PA team), his family and friends, and to you for supporting the arts!
JAMES GRAUSAM (Properties / Managing Artistic Director) has directed several productions for Phoenix at the Count Basie Center for the Arts, including: Fiddler on the Roof, The Full Monty, Miss Saigon, Jesus Christ Superstar, Tommy, The 30th Anniversary Gala Concert, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Songs for a New World, Smokey Joe’s Café, Spring Awakening, Elf, Putting It Together, Evil Dead The Musical, American Idiot, and The Music Man. He continues to direct and perform other places as time allows. As always, for Olivia.
