The Hippodrome Theatre proudly presents
By Laura Eason Directed by Stephanie Lynge
April 19 - May 12
Produced special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) SEXby WITH STRANGERS is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.
The Hippodrome Theatre proudly presents
By Laura Eason
Directed by Stephanie Lynge Stage Manager Amber Wilkerson* Assistant Stage Manager Lydia Przybylski Production Manager Lighting Designer Robert P. Robins Master Electrician Projection Designer Neil Bearden
Sound Designer Amanda Yanes Technical Director Warren Goodwin Scenic Designer Timothy J. Dygert Props Designer Patrick Ian McCall Costume Designer Stephanie Parks
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; by a Tourist Development Tax Grant from the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners in conjunction with the Alachua County Tourist Development Council, and by the City of Gainesville, Dept. of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs. Playbill by Deanna Natour. 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.
By Laura Eason
Directed by Stephanie Lynge
The cast
Olivia----------------------------------- Nichole Hamilton*^ Ethan-----------------------------------Marquis D. Gibson* *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 a 15 minute intermission. The video or audio recording of this performance by any means is strictly prohibited. New York Premiere produced by Second Stage Theatre, New York, 2014 Carole Rothman, Artistic Director “SEX WITH STRANGERS” was developed through Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s New Play Initiative, was presented as part of its First Look Festival of New Work and the world premiere was produced by Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Chicago, IL; Martha Lavey, Artistic Director and David Hawkanson, Executive Director. Setting: Act One: A bed and breakfast in rural Michigan. Act Two: Olivia’s apartment in Chicago.
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WHO’S WHO AT THE HIPP
Stephanie Lynge (Artistic Director) is an accomplished
actor, director, producer, teacher and coach. Stephanie has enjoyed a career of more than 27 years in professional theater and education. Since 2013 she has worked on more than 40 productions at the Hippodrome either as an actor, director, choreographer, or dramaturg. She was seen on stage this season in The Wolves and Let The Right One In. Her other acting credits include performances in New York City on Broadway and Off Broadway at Lincoln Center, BAM, Jean Cocteau Rep, and the York Theater Workshop. Regional theaters include Freefall, Goodspeed Opera House, Sacramento Music Circus, Pasadena Playhouse, Rep Theater of St. Louis, Flat Rock Playhouse, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Seaside Music Theater, as well as several National Tours. Directing credits include the Hippodrome’s Every Christmas Story Ever Told, The Legend of Georgia McBride, and The Ultimate Christmas Show as well as plays at the 45th Street Theater (NYC), New York Musical Theater Festival, and the University of Florida. Stephanie has served as a Visiting professor at Indiana University, and an Adjunct professor at New Jersey City University and University of Florida. After receiving her BA in Musical Theater from Indiana University, Stephanie lived and worked as an actor in New York City for over 20 years. Stephanie holds a Master of Fine Arts in acting from University of Florida and is a proud member of Actors Equity Association since 1996.
Nicole Daenzer (Managing Director) is excited to be leading the
Hippodrome’s administrative team, after spending six years as the director of finance and operations. Prior to her time at the Hippodrome, she lived in San Francisco, where she worked in financial planning and earned her degree in classical languages and literatures. aut inveniam viam aut faciam.
DIRECTOR’ NOTES ON SEX WITH STRANGERS
Director’s Notes: Sex with Strangers, by Laura Eason, is a layered, complicated
look at relationships and technology in today’s society. Does technology enhance our relationships, allowing us to link with a myriad of people with whom we would not otherwise be able to communicate? Or does it cut us off from more traditional, more authentic connections? With handheld devices, no matter who we talk to, we are in a triangulated relationship. Both the upside and downside of technology are explored in this play but it’s essentially about two people trying to grow beyond their limitations. Olivia struggles with questions asked by many female artists -- “Will my voice be heard?” and “I had a chance for my voice to be heard and it didn’t go well – will I get another?” This is an understandable dilemma for women who often don’t get the opportunity to fail. Ethan tries to break out of the man-child character whose success has trapped him but as he struggles to be “an adult,” it seems the bar is ever rising. Just when we think we are grownups, when we have a job and an apartment, more milestones appear and the rug is pulled out from under us. When do we get to become who we truly want to be? Laura Eason is a wonderful playwright who doesn’t leave us with easy answers as to who is right and wrong. I hope you enjoy getting to know Oliva and Ethan. And I hope you find connection and compassion for them both.
Artistic Director Production Director Stephanie Lynge
WHO’S WHO-ABOUT THE AUTHOR Laura Eason (Author) is a Brooklyn-based screenwriter and playwright. She is best known for four seasons as a writer/producer on the Netflix drama “House of Cards” (WGA nomination for outstanding writing in a drama series, three Primetime Emmy Award nominations for drama series) and her play SEX WITH STRANGERS (Steppenwolf Theatre, Chicago; Second Stage, NY; Hampstead Theatre, London; Sydney Theatre, AU; Blackwing Productions, Buenos Aires, AR; one most produced plays in the U.S. in ’15-’16 and’16-’17 seasons with more than 50 separate productions). Her award-winning stage adaptations for family audiences include THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER (Hartford Stage, CT; New Victory, NY; and more than thirty productions around the U.S.) and AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS (Lookingglass Theatre, Chicago and many productions in U.S. and London/UK). Eason is an ensemble member and the former Artistic Director of Lookingglass Theatre Company in Chicago (2011 Regional Theatre Tony Award), and a Dramatists Guild, WGAE, AEA, SAG, and SDC member. Laura is an alumna of Northwestern University and WP Playwright’s Lab. More information at: lauraeason.com or @LEasonNYC www.lauraeason.com Learn about the HIpp season pass
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WHO’S WHO IN SEX WITH STRANGERS
Nichole Hamilton*^ (Olivia) is a proud member of the Hippodrome
acting company and excited to return to reprise a role she performed at the WHAT in Cape Cod. Most recently, Nichole played Barbara Grant in freeFall’s production of Perfect Arrangement. She was last seen on the Hipp stage as Becky in Becky’s New Car and has been performing here for a decade. Her solo show, Dame daDA & the Meta Show has been performed at Acrosstown Rep, Minnesota Fringe, the Duplex Cabaret in NYC, and on three stages at Burning Man 2016. Nichole currently serves as an Assistant Professor in Theatre Arts at New Mexico State University. www.nichole-hamilton.com
WHO’S WHO IN SEX WITH STRANGERS
Marquis D. Gibson* (Ethan) is grateful to return to the Hipp stage
after having appeared as Associate Pastor Joshua in The Christians last year. Some regional credits include: Adam in Shakespeare in Love (Baltimore Centerstage and Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park); Eric/ Deity u/s in Wig Out! (Studio Theatre); Frederick Douglass in 295N (Signature Theatre); Frederick Douglass in The Raid, Preacher in Black Nativity-Helen Hayes Award (Theatre Alliance); Lymon Jackson in The Piano Lesson (Cape Fear Regional Theatre); Featured Ensemble in Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope (New Freedom Theatre); Bhavi in Bhavi the Avenger (Convergence Theatre); President Obama/Rev. Pinckney in Mother Emanuel (NYC Fringe Festival). Marquis has served as a teaching artist with Camp Usanii in his hometown of Durham, NC. He has also performed internationally in Nairobi, Kenya and Sydney, Australia. Training includes AADA, Los Angeles Camera Intensive and a BA from Howard University. Enjoy the ride! www.marquisdgibson.com
WHO’S WHO IN SEX WITH STRANGERS Stephanie Lynge (Director) Previous directing credits include Legend of Georgia McBride, The Ultimate Christmas Show, and Every Christmas Story Every Told and Then Some (Hippodrome), Tick Tick Boom (UF), Ancient History (45th St Theater, NY), Oklahoma (CCP), and Bloodties (NYMF - assistant director). Previous Hipp acting credits include The Wolves (Soccer Mom), Stage Kiss (She), Women in Jeopardy (Mary), The Snow Queen (Astrid), Mr. Burns (Jenny/Marge), and Clybourne Park (Bev/Kathy). Other acting credits include: Broadway: Beauty and the Beast (Sugarbowl, u/s Mrs. Potts and Wardrobe). National Tours: Mamma Mia (Ensemble, u/s Donna, Rosie), She Loves Me (Amalia). Off-Bway: Three Penny Opera (Polly). Regional: The Glass Menagerie (Amanda). Choreography credits here at the Hipp include Peter and the Starcatcher, Honkey Tonk Angels, Toxic Avenger, and Avenue Q. AMBER WILKERSON* (Stage Manager) Amber spent two full seasons at the Hippodrome Theatre, 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 Equity 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 Production Assistant on the Broadway musical, Grey Gardens. More recently, 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 received a B.A. in Theatre Arts from Salisbury University in 2002. ROBERT P. ROBINS (Lighting Designer, Production and Facility Manager) Bob is enjoying his 33rd season at the Hippodrome. Bob also continues to work with local artists, business owners and realtors, consulting on projects ranging from lighting art installations and exterior lighting of local businesses to working with homeowners and realtors, providing architectural lighting design and consultation. Bob also volunteers his design and consulting services to a wide range of local schools and organizations. This has afforded Bob the chance to design almost a thousand productions for theatre, dance, industrials, and special events. Bob is an Actors’ Equity Association stage manager, and proudly holds a BFA in Theatre Production from the University of Florida. See more of Bob’s work at robertrobins.com TIMOTHY J DYGERT (Scenic Designer) has been involved in theatre and event production for thirty years. He is an accomplished scene designer and production manager and has seen the completion of over 500 productions (and counting). Tim is on staff at The Harn Museum of Art as Preparator and Installation Coordinator and owns his own production company, Dygert Design LLC, specializing in design, large format printing, and all things eventand marketing related. Tim holds a degree in business administration but readily admits his heart belongs to the arts. He is excited to be working with the accomplished staff and talented artists of the Hippodrome Theatre. His work can be seen at dygertdesign.com.
WHO’S WHO IN SEX WITH STRANGERS AMANDA YANES (Sound Designer) Amanda is thrilled to be in her sixth 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 as the mix engineer in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Dorset Theatre Festival: Good People, The Whore and Mr. Moore, Boeing Boeing, and Deathtrap. Keep moving forward. NEIL BEARDEN (Master Electrician) Neil is very excited for his second season at the Hippodrome, after previously working at the Two River Theatre in Red Bank New Jersey. He has a BFA in technical theatre and design from the University of Central Missouri. STEPHANIE PARKS (Costume Designer/ Costume Shop Manager) This is Stephanie’s first season with the Hippodrome, and she is thrilled to collaborate with this incredible team. Stephanie received her B.F.A. in Fashion Design from Pratt Institute. Her design credits include: Off-off Broadway: Figaro (The Pearl Theatre) Regional: H.T. Darling’s Incredible Musaeum (Submersive Productions), and The Potatoes of August (E.M.P. Collective). Production credits include on Broadway: Cinderella, Motown, and Big Fish. Off Broadway: Old Hats (Signature Theater). Some of her regional production credits include The Sound of Music (Papermill Playhouse), Next to Normal (The Weston Playhouse), and The Great Gatsby (Alabama Shakespeare Festival). www.stephanieparksdesign.com 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 coscenic 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.
PATRICK IAN MCCALL (Props Designer) has worked as a carpenter, scene painter, electrician, sound and lighting designer, administrator, educator, director, stage manager, and actor. Formerly the Tour Stage Manager for Birmingham Children’s Theatre, Production Coordinator for the Samford University School of the Arts, and Resident Stage Manager/Artistic Associate with Birmingham’s City Equity Theatre, he recently returned to the Hippodrome as Assistant Stage Manager for A Christmas Carol following a stint as a carpenter at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Patrick is a new addition to the Hipp’s full-time staff and a proud member of Actors’ Equity.
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June 24 - 28 July 29 - Aug. 2 Aug. 5 - 9 For more information, visit thehipp.org/education This activity is neither sponsored nor endorsed by Alachua County public schools.
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spring 2019 mainstage schedule miracle on south division street
by Tom Dudzick March 1-24; previews Feb. 27 & 28 Think your family’s wacky? Wait ‘til you meet the Nowaks. Hilarity ensues in this heartfelt comedy by Tom Dudzick! The perfect show for a family night out. “Best comedy of the year! A great hook that will keep generations laughing. You have to see it to believe it.” - Examiner.com
sex with strangers
by Laura Eason April 19 – May 12; previews April 17 & 18 “Sex with Strangers” is a smart and sexy exploration of the conflict between the life you live online and the life you try to live in the real world. “Sexually and intellectually provocative…A hell of a lot of fun!” - The Hollywood Reporter
million dollar quartet
Book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux May 31 - June 23; previews May. 29 & 30 Inspired by a true event on December 4, 1956, when they played together for the first and only time, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley have one of the greatest jam sessions of all time in the TONY AWARD WINNING musical “Million Dollar Quartet.”
performance schedule Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7 p.m. Fridays at 8 p.m. I Saturdays at 5 & 8:30 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m.