The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity - Playbill

Director

Alberto Bonilla*^

AEA Stage Manager

Amber Wilkerson*^

Scenic Designer

Timothy J. Dygert^

Costume Designer

Erin Jester

PROUDLY PRESENTS

Written by: Kristoffer Diaz

Production Manager/ Lighting Designer

Robert P. Robins^

Technical Director

Warren Goodwin

Properties Designer

Erika Capin

Master Electrician/ Projection Designer

Bill Boothman

Wrestling Choreographer

Leon Scott

Sound Designer/ Projection Designer

Amanda Nipper

Voice & Dialect Coach

Susan Schuld

The Hippodrome Theatre recognizes and acknowledges that it resides on the historic territories of the Timucua and Seminole peoples who long inhabited this land.

Actors’ Equity Association

Actors’ Equity Association (“Equity”), founded in 1913, is the U.S. labor union that represents more than 50,000 actors and stage managers. Equity seeks to foster the art of live theatre as an essential component of society and advances the careers of its members by negotiating wages, working conditions and providing a wide range of benefits, including health and pension plans. Actors’ Equity is a member of the AFL-CIO and is affiliated with FIA, an international organization of performing arts unions. #EquityWorks

Hippodrome programs are sponsored in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts & Culture; Visit Gainesville Alachua County, and by the City of Gainesville, Dept. of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs. Playbill by Le-Alem Getachew.

Please do not use the entrances and exits during the performance. The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.

Written by: Kristoffer Diaz

Macedonio Guerra (The Mace).

Everett K. Olson (EKO). . .

Vigneshwar Paduar (VP).

Chad Deity.

The Bad Guy.

Alexis Suarez*

Patrick Ford*^

Joshi*

Bangs*

Time: Present day

Place: New York City

Produced by Second Stage Theatre, New York 2010 Carole Rothman, Artistic Director

World Premiere Produced by Victory Gardens Theater, Chicago, Illinois

Dennis Zacek, Artistic Director / Jan Kallish Executive Director in association with Teatro Vista

The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www. concordtheatricals.com

Hippodrome productions are supported in part by: the National Endowment for the Arts, the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council of Arts and Culture and the State of Florida, Visit Gainesville Alachua County, and by the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department.

*Appearing through an Agreement between the Hippodrome Theatre and Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.

^ Member of The Hippodrome Theatre’s company of actors

There will be one 15-minute intermission

THE VIDEOTAPING OR MAKING OF ELECTRONIC OR OTHER AUDIO AND/OR VISUAL RECORDINGS OF THIS PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTING RECORDINGS OR STREAMS IN ANY MEDIUM, INCLUDING THE INTERNET, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED, A VIOLATION OF THE AUTHOR(S)’S RIGHTS AND ACTIONABLE UNDER UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT LAW. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: concordtheatricals.com/resources/protecting-artists

The first Shakespeare show I ever saw was Wrestle Mania 3 in 1987. You don’t think that’s Shakespeare? I beg to differ. Shakespeare’s stories were the pop culture of his time. It was a reflection and commentary of the values of Elizabethan England. The Globe Theatre was the arena where epic battles like Agincourt and Macbeth’s duel with Macduff shock the theater to its core. The fall of titans like Julius Caesar vs the Senate is not so different from Bret Hart vs Stone Cold Steve Austin, or Macho Man vs Ricky Steamboat. Actors in Elizabethan England handled on-stage sword fights much the same way as professional wrestlers - fights were not “rehearsed” the way they are in modern theatre fight choreography. Most likely, Shakespeare’s actors were trained in blades and would meet up with the actor they were playing opposite and possibly walk or talk through the fight. And on performance night, they did it; the same as wrestlers do today. They meet, talk a bit and perform the most amazing athletic entertainment. Shakespeare would take known characters and stereotypes and play with them, flip them on their head and weave a narrative that would be entertaining to the populace. Wrestling is entertainment for the masses and has its pulse on the populace just as well. Shakespeare would also use these larger-than-life characters and show their flaws and the flaws of stereotyping: how a stereotype is more of a reflection of the culture creating the stereotype than the person itself. This play does the same. This play has been a joy to work on - the 10-year-old kid in me has been yelling “Wooooo” (Rick Flair) during the entire process. The cast and crew and Hippodrome staff have worked very hard to bring you an epic story. So grab your drink, don’t be shy to scream, yell and hold up your sign. I do not think you will be disappointed. “ And that’s the bottom line…”

-Alberto Bonilla*^ (Director)

The Hippodrome is thrilled to have you here with us for our season Beyond Limits as we celebrate the spirit that founded the artistic heart of our community, beating right here in downtown.

From its inception in 1973, the Hippodrome Theatre has brought stories to the stage that explore and celebrate the human condition. 50 years ago six determined individuals, (Marilyn Wall, Bruce Cornwell, Greg Von Hausch, Kerry (McKinney) Oliver-Smith, Mary Hausch , Orin Wechsberg) took a leap into the unknown, creating a theater that challenged expectations.

Throughout its history, The Hippodrome has pushed the limits of storytelling, creating memorable productions like Equus, The Elephant Man, Amadeus, The Royal, and The Mountaintop. The Hippodrome Improvisational Teen Theatre (HITT), Open Stages and TYA (Theater for Young Audiences) brought innovative works beyond the walls of the theater and into the Gainesville schools and community, proving that theater is an important tool that can be used to explore deep issues, educate, and spark discussion.

The Hippodrome Theatre’s 50th season Beyond Limits continues storytelling outside the norm, producing stories that challenge our assumptions, and reminding all of us that there are no limits to what we can do and who we can be. The Hippodrome also continues to explore new ways of bringing storytelling and the community together. By pushing the limits through its New Works Festival celebrating Floridian voices and stories, our educational Summer Spectacular and outreach programs creating the artists of tomorrow, and the Hipp Unplugged series that fosters new playwrights, new directors, and helps us grow the talent right here in our community.

Our founding history and energetic present will continue to launch us beyond all limits as we move into the future. Come take this journey with us as we leap joyfully into our next 50 years.

-Stephanie Lynge^ (Hippodrome’s Artistic Director)

AUTHOR’S BIO

Kristoffer Díaz is a playwright and educator living and working in Brooklyn. His full-length titles include The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity (published by Samuel French), Welcome to Arroyo’s, Guernica, Fucking Vigwan (or Swag) and #therevolution. Awards include 2011 New York Times Outstanding Playwright Award; finalist for the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Drama; winner, 2011 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play; winner, 2011 OBIE Award, Best New American Play; and the inaugural Gail Merrifield Papp Fellowship from The Public Theater (2011).

His work has been produced, commissioned, and developed at The Public Theater, Dallas Theater Center, Geffen Playhouse, Center Theatre Group, The Goodman, Second Stage, Victory Gardens, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Actors Theatre of Louisville, American Theater Company, The Atlantic, InterAct, Mixed Blood, The Orchard Project, Hip-Hop Theater Festival, The Lark, Summer Play Festival, Donmar Warehouse, and South Coast Repertory. He has written short work for the 24 Hour Musicals and the 24 Hour Plays on Broadway. Kristoffer was one of the creators of Brink!, the apprentice anthology show at the 2009 Humana Festival of New American Plays.

He is a playwright-in-residence at Teatro Vista; a resident playwright at New Dramatists; a co-founder of the Unit Collective (Minneapolis); and a recipient of the Jerome Fellowship, the Future Aesthetics Artist Regrant, and the Van Lier Fellowship (New Dramatists). Kristoffer holds a BA from New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study, an MFA from NYU’s Department of Dramatic Writing, and an MFA from Brooklyn College’s Performing Arts Management program.

WHO’S WHO IN THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY

Alberto Bonilla*^ (Director)

Selected Film credits: The God Committee, The Sunlit Night, Youth in Oregon, Sleep Walk with Me, Cop Out, Pride and Glory, and My Best Friends Girl. Selected television credits: Russian Doll, Iron Fist, Gotham, Blue Bloods,Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Person of Interest, The Sopranos, and Law & Order: Criminal Intent. Alberto made his Broadway debut understudying Dr.Wally and Bob for Roundabout Theatre’sproduction of Marvin’s Room. Other NYC theater creditsinclude: The Diorama, Much Ado

About Nothing, Twelfth Night, The Cherry Orchard, The Laramie Projectand Raft of the Medusa. MFA: Rutgers University (William Esper / Maggie Flanigan/ Lenard Petit)

AEA / SAG-AFTRA www.albertobonilla.com

WHO’S WHO IN THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY

Alexis Suarez* (Mace)

Alexis Suarez is an actor and producer known for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of The Shadows (2016), Home (2013), and Bruiser (Sundance Nominee, 2021). He has appeared in numerous prime time and cable television shows, including the STARZ network dramatic series, “Hightown” as Javier (“Javi”), NBC’s sci-fi thriller, “Manifest” as Alonso, as well as the CBS action series, “ The Equalizer” as U.S Marshall Mike Monroe. Born and raised in NYC, Alexis has been actively performing for 20+ years and producing for more than a decade. He is represented by BLOC and is a member of SAG-AFTRA. Special thanks to family and friends, Jim Daly and the BLOC team, the awesome HIPP crew, and the A to the B for having me be a part of this journey!

Broadway National Tours: The Full Monty (Keno, Ethan U/S, DC); Footloose (Lyle, Chuck U/S) Off-Broadway: Sessions (Dylan) Off-Off Broadway: Macbeth (Macbeth), Othello (Iago), Merchant (Antonio) Gallery Players; Year One…Empire (Beveridge) Metropolitan Playh. & NY Th. Workshop Regional: Pitts. CLO, Sac. LOA, Walnut St. Th., NC Th., North Shore, Alliance, Playh. on the Sq., Westchester B’way, KC Starlight, MUNY StL, Struthers Library. At the Hipp: Fahrenheit 451 (Beatty) The Two Musketeers (D’Artagnan), Peter and the Starcatcher

The Snow Queen (Karl/Bey), Stage Kiss (He). David is a member of the Hippodrome acting company. www.DavidPatrickFord.com

Rahul Joshi* (Vigneshwar Paduar)

Rahul Joshi is an Indian actor based in New York City. Having just finished his training in March 2022, Rahul is making his first appearance at the Hippodrome in Gainesville, Florida. Previous works include: Guards at the Taj (StageWest, Fort Worth) Ocean in a Teacup (Theatre Row, NYC), God of Carnage (American Academy of Dramatic Arts, NYC), The Tempest (American Academy of Dramatic Arts, NYC), Love & Information (American Academy of Dramatic Arts, NYC), Marvelous Matilda (Chowdiah Memorial Hall, Bangalore).

David Patrick Ford*^ (Everett K. Olson)

WHO’S WHO IN THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY

Jonathan Bangs* (Chad Deity)

Jonathan Bangs holds a BFA degree from California Institute of the Arts. Within a few years of professional career, he has been a part of numerous regional productions throughout the country, award winning short films, features, immersive productions, and a multitude of voice over projects. Jonathan most recently starred in “Solar,” a sci-fi podcast alongside Helen Hunt, Alan Cumming, and Stephanie Beatriz. As a first generation American from two immigrant parents, his mission is to bring undeniable truth and passion to anything that he does. He is excited and grateful to be a part of the Hippodrome community and this wonderful production.

Jose DeGracia (The Bad Guy)

Jose DeGracia is a freelance filmmaker, writer, and professional wrestler in Jacksonville, FL. His short film that he wrote and directed, Family Virtues, was selected for the Orlando Film Festival in 2015 and also screened at the Cannes Film Festival in 2018. He interned and later worked as a production assistant at NFL Films working on All or Nothing, NFL Replay, A Football Life and many other award-winning productions.

He self-published his first novel: Xtremis, a sci fi action adventure, in 2021. He has plans for at least two more books to make it a series.

As a 13 Year veteran of the wrestling business, it is a lifelong goal to share his passion for pro wrestling with the widest audience possible and hopes he can accomplish his goal here with The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity.

WHO’S WHO IN THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY

Amanda Nipper (Sound Designer/Projection Designer) Amanda is thrilled to be in her tenth season at the Hippodrome. Other regional credits include Cape Fear Regional Theatre: Jesus Christ Superstar, Legally Blonde: The Musical, and The Parchman Hour: Songs and Stories of the ’61 Freedom Riders, and as the mix engineer in Fayetteville, North Carolina at Dorset Theatre Festival: Keep moving forward.

Amber Wilkerson*^ (Stage Manager) Amber is a professional Stage & Event Manager. She has been affiliated with the Hippodrome Theatre since 2003, first as Properties Intern, then as Assistant Stage Manager before moving to New York City to pursue a career in theatre. She returned to the Hipp as the AEA Stage Manager of A Christmas Carol in 2005 & 2006. She has worked professionally for The Metropolitan Opera (NYC), The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (Madison, NJ), North Shore Music Theatre (Beverly, MA), and Times Square New Year’s Eve 2006-2010 (NYC). In 2006, Amber served as a Production Assistant on the Broadway musical, Grey Gardens. Amber spent five years working with Manhattan Theatre Club as a Subscriber Services Representative and two years as a House Manager at Playwrights Horizons, both in New York City. Originally from Maryland, she holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts from Salisbury University. Amber is a proud member of the Hippodrome Company and the Actors’ Equity Association.

Bill Boothman (Master Electrician/Projection Designer) Bill joined the Hippodrome as Master Electrician in September of 2019. Six months later the pandemic would be in full swing, and Bill would become a videographer/editor for the Hippodrome’s virtual productions. Favorite productions from this time include This Wonderful Life and Shakespeare, Thou Art Translated. Before getting into technical theatre Bill earned an AA in Anthropology from Santa Fe College, a BA in Sociology from Florida State University, and studied Chinese Language and Culture at Tianjin Foreign Studies University. After a brief (and expensive) detour to graduate school for Museum Studies, Bill went on to earn an AS in Theatre and Entertainment Technology at Florida State College at Jacksonville. Favorite productions worked as a student include Young Frankenstein as Props Designer, Stalking Ottis Toole: A Southern Gothic as Master Electrician, and Peter and the Wolf as Lighting Designer. After graduating from FSCJ, Bill worked full time as a union stagehand with IATSE local 115 in Jacksonville, FL. Bill is an art and music hobbyist.

Erika Capin (Properties Designer) Erika has been involved in theatre since childhood & has done a little bit of everything including acting, directing, stage managing, painting sets, and even running the spotlight, but she finally found her true calling in the wonderful world of props. Her artistic creations have appeared on the stages of several local theatres in many shows over the years – most recently in The Revolutionists, Murder For Two, Lone Star Spirits, The Blue Period of Milton Van der Spuy, Mamma Mia, Gypsy, Time of My Life and Ins and Outs. When she isn’t making props or working at her day job, Erika also designs jewelry and takes care of an assortment of rescued animals.

WHO’S WHO IN THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY

Erin Jester (Costume Designer/Shop Supervisor) is delighted to return to the Hippodrome for its 50th season. Erin is a UF alumna and a former Hippodrome costumes intern (2015-16 and 2016-17 seasons), and in 2020 received her MFA in costume design and technology from the University of Southern Mississippi. Previous costume design credits include productions of Cabaret, Much Ado About Nothing and Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphoses. Other credits include costume historical research for North Carolina State University’s Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies, historical costume reproduction for the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art in Laurel, MS, and costume coordination for the Moscow Ballet’s The Great Russian Nutcracker and the independent film series 12 Westerns in 12 Months, directed by Travis Mills.

Robert P. Robins^ (Production Manager/Lighting Designer) Bob is enjoying his 39th season here at the Hippodrome, where he has designed lighting for over 700 Hippodrome productions and events. He has worn many Hipp hats throughout the decades: Lighting Designer, Production Manager, Facility Manger, IT Manager, AEA Stage Manager, TYA Tour Stage Manager, Safety Officer, Intern Recruiter, Light Board Operator, Sound Mixer, Mainstage State Tour Technical Director, and Bartender, just to name a few. Bob also continues to provide lighting designs throughout the country, working with clients that include architects, theatres, dance companies, industrial events, schools, colleges and universities, municipalities, various types of small and large companies, and homeowners. He proudly holds a BFA in Theatre Production from the University of Florida.

Susan Schuld (Voice & Dialect Coach) has been acting and vocal coaching nationally for over 25 years and is an Associate Professor of Voice and Speech here at the School of Theatre and Dance. M.F.A in Acting from Rutgers University, Designated Linklater Teacher, Certified Teacher of Knight-Thompson Speechwork, and a National Michael Chekhov Association Teacher.

Warren Goodwin (Technical Director) Warren joined the Hippodrome in 2004 as a carpenter in the scene shop, and assumed the role of Master Carpenter in 2006. In addition to helping build over a hundred of Hippodrome sets, Warren served as co-scenic designer on The Christians and The Wolves. He is thrilled to be currently serving as Technical Director. In his free time, Warren enjoys painting, and is an accomplished local artist. You can often find his work on display next door at Maude’s Cafe.

WHO’S WHO IN THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY

Timothy J Dygert^ (Scenic Designer) Tim is a staff member of The Harn Museum of Art, and the owner and operator of Dygert Design LLC, a professional design firm based in Gainesville Florida, specializing in entertainment, residential, and commercial design and consulting. He has been involved in theatre and event production for the entirety of his adult life, having been instrumental in the creation of more than 500 live theatre, dance, music, and corporate events. Tim has worked with internationally recognized and award-winning designers, playwrights, performers, and entertainment professionals. Tim also serves as the Harn Museum of Art’s Exhibit Installation Coordinator and Preparator. He is a professional art handler, assists in the design and installation of exhibitions, and fabricates mounts and custom art installations. His design work can be seen at dygertdesign.com.

Leon Scott (Wrestling Choreographer) Leon is a 20 year veteran of professional wrestling; recognized nationally and internationally, having wrestled throughout the US and in 6 different countries. He has worked with many of the top promotions and talent of the last two decades in the wrestling business, as well as made numerous national television appearances, most recently under contract with Major League Wrestling. Currently working as “Leon Ravage”, he is one third of a group of post-apocalyptic wrestlers known as “Wasteland War Party” along with Max The Impaler and Heidi Howitzer, both nationally and internationally recognized professional wrestlers in their own right. He has additionally promoted wrestling shows, trained prospective wrestlers, as well as written and booked wrestling shows, many of which were produced for broadcast. Leon also designs costumes and props, primarily for himself and his teammates, but has provided work for several small scale film projects. He once beat Jake “The Snake” Roberts fair and square, right in the middle of the ring and there is nothing that Jake Roberts can do about it.

OUR GENEROUS DONORS

The Hippodrome thanks its many donors for their generous contributions to support our productions and programs! For more information on how your gift supports the Hippodrome, please contact Matt Dibble at (352) 373-5968 ext. 217. Donations listed are from 1-1-23 - 1-18-23

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Thank you to Michael A. Eaddy for photographing The Hippodromes moments for the last 20 years

Thank you to Kon Ying and The Marcelo Garcia Jiu Jitsu Association of Gainesville, FL for letting us use the space, check them out at bjjgainesville.com

Donations made from 1-1-23 through 1-18-23

CORPORATE SPONSORS

The commitment of the corporate community is critical for the Hippodrome to sustain its highly acclaimed productions and programs. To learn more about corporate partner opportunities, contact The Hipp at development@thehipp.org.

SEASON PRODUCERS $50,000+

City of Gainesville

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OPENING NIGHT PERFORMANCE SPONSOR

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The Hippodrome would like to thank the City of Gainesville and Alachua County for years of generous support.

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Central Florida

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2022-2023 LEADING LADIES

This annual women’s philanthropy group officially launched in 2015 for women who love and support the arts. We thank all of our past supporters. Below is our 2023-2024 list of supporters (so far!). If you’d like to renew your membership to this dynamic group of women or become a new member, please contact development@thehipp.org

Maria-Elena Augustin

Jan Baur

Dr. Theresa Beachy

Dr. Azra Bihorac

Kim Bosshardt

Patrice Boyes, ESQ

Mary Day Coker

Amanda Demaria

Sheila K. Dickison

Carol Gwin

Marie House

Linda Kallman

Leslie Klein

Lucinda Lavelli

Jennifer Lee

Melanie Leonard

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Carol F. Meyer

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Emily Pritchett

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Lynn Rousseau

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Jorgia Wooten

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COLLIER CHALLENGE DONORS

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Stephanie B. Lynge

John Malanchuck

Richard Mankin & Valentina Komaniecka

Anne Margoluis

Hayley Mathis

Hilary Mathis

Sarah Maxwell

Helen McCune

Gary & Laura McGill

Kathleen McGlone

Martin & Caryl McKellar

Sue & Jack Mecholsky

Carol F. Meyer

Catie Miller & Kirsten Engstrom

Jeff & Lauren Miller

Georgia & Ron Mills

Charlie Mitchell

John Morgan

Richard & Joanna Morrow

Marni Most

Esther Negrin

Dorothy & Gale Nevill

Madge Nipper

Kimberlee & Bill Oakes

Robert K. & Carol Anne Oglesby

Debi Pais & Bob Kolb

Amy Pazzalia & Jeff Stokes

H. S. & Susanne Pennypacker

Liz Perdue & Sally Bethart

Susan Peters

Peggy & Nancy Peterson

Ed & Sandra Pettegrew

Bradley & Marta Pollitt

Lisa & James Posteraro

The Pozek’s

Gary Prowe

Barbara Jean Raskin

Gabrielle Redfern

Sandy & Larry Reimer

Ralf Remshardt & Caron Cadle

Churchill & Gay Roberts

Janet Roberts

PLEASE NOTE:

Gail Robinson & Carol Heymann

Arthur & Joyce Rosenblatt

Jane & Mike Ryals

Betsy & David Sanders

Whitney Sanford & Kevin Veach

Carol & Jim Sarisky

Karen Scarborough

Suzanne Scheraga

Suzanne Schiemann

Diane & Jeff Shamis

Brian & Cindy Shea

Allison & Jason Shinn

Beth & Jeff Siegel

Brenda Smith & Ronald Burrichter

Eileen McCarthy Smith

Halbert & Ruth Smith

Pamela Smith & Carol Barron

Madeline Smyth

The Smyth’s

Jan Snyder & Steve Wilson

Caroline H Stanhope

Mike Still

G. W. Swicord

Joe Thigpen & Becky De Marie

The Thompson Family

Farol Tomson

Tonewood Family Music Inc.

Martin & Vibeke Vala

PJ van Blokland

Kirk van Meter

Vasanthi Vanniasingham

Gary & Martha Waltman

Marta Wayne

Tom & Mary Louise Weber

Robin West & Ken Wald

Roger & Ellen West

Tom & Julie Whitney

Carol Willis

Gene Witmer

Dr. Sarah Wittstruck

Carole & Bill Zegel

AUDIENCE SERVICES

Infants are not permitted in the theater. Food is not permitted in the theater. Please turn off all cellular phones, watch alarms, and all other noise-making equipment when in the theater. Photographing and/or sound recording any performance or the possession of any device for such photographing or sound recording in this theater is prohibited. Violators may be subject to confiscation of equipment and ejection. Violations may render the offender liable to financial charges. The Hippodrome reserves the right to ask any patron causing a disturbance to leave the premises without refund.

In an emergency, evacuate through the external exits on either side of the lobby.

HIPPODROME STAFF

ADMINISTRATION

Building Caretaker

Grants Coordinator

Development Consultant

Box Office Manager & Art Gallery Curator

Office Manager/Artistic Assistant

Production & Facilities Manager/Lighting Designer

Front of House Manager

Graphic Designer

Marketing Manager

Director of Education

Building Caretaker

Marketing Associate

Bookkeeper

Development/Group Sales Coordinator

Cinema Program Manager

Development Consultant

Education Graphic Designer

Box Office Representative

Artistic Director

Education Graphic Designer

Marketing Intern

PRODUCTION

Sound Designer

AEA Stage Manager

Wardrobe Assistant Intern

Master Electrician

Costume Shop Manager

Scenic Painter

First Hand/Assistant Costume Designer

Assistant Stage Manager

Carpenter

Technical Director

FRONT OF HOUSE

Bartender/House Manager

House Manager

Bartender

House Manager/Bartender

House Manager

Bartender

House Manager

Bartender/House Manager

House Manager

Amador Santiago

Amanda Fraser

Amanda Rodriguez

Anna Verney

Bella Aguilar Irias

Bob Robins

Clint Thornton

Eric Taylor Neumann

Franziska Raeber

Gabrielle Byam

Jaques Harris

Le-Alem Getachew

Marie House

Matthew Dibble

Matthew Cugini

Nell Page Rainsberger

Patricia Estape

Selina Stallings

Stephanie Lynge

Stephanie Reddy

Suzette Mercedes

Amanda Nipper

Amber Wilkerson

Amber Law

Bill Boothman

Erin Jester

Ken Brown

Mason Baria

Olivia Bradshaw

Rob Leach

Warren Goodwin

Alex Thorsburg

Bella Aguilar Irias

Emily Nadine Smith

Isabella Estrada

Jack Claypool

Matthew Cugini

Miranda Campos

Nyq Smith

Resli Ward