2016 - 2017 SEASON
THE STUDIO THEATRE
From the Dean’s Desk Welcome to the 2016/17 Theatre Season at Florida State University. For 43 years, the School of Theatre at FSU has brought the thrill of live theatre to Tallahassee audiences, and if you have been with us before, you understand why our program has become one of the most renowned in the nation. You have seen students perform on this stage that went on to earn Broadway roles and others who now hold important leadership positions within the theatre community. Each and every one of our student actors – past and present – gain experience here at FSU that prepares them for a multitude of careers in theatre and beyond, and while the faculty and staff serve as their educators and mentors, your support by being here and playing the role of their audience, is equally important. I thank you for being a part of our theatre community and hope that you are enlightened and entertained by our performance today.
Peter Weishar Dean, College of Fine Arts
From the School of Theatre’s Executive Director
We at the School of Theatre are excited about the upcoming season and invite you to become a part of our journey. We are committed to a learning environment that builds on our rich past as it enters a new year – encouraging excellence, imagination, artistry, and leadership to empower our students to create the theatre of the future. This year at the School of Theatre, we hope that you will take great pleasure in exploring the bounty of our upcoming season. Together, we will have the opportunity to investigate what kinds of armor we put on in hopes of surviving the world around us. How being ourselves can be the greatest gift we can give and how in the end, love really does conquer all. Our ability to present theatre in meaningful ways depends on the deep and continued generosity of YOU – our patrons, donors, and community. It is fitting to take this moment to thank each of you for your varied and deep, individual connections and financial contributions to the School of Theatre. Thank you so much for being part of the arts in Tallahassee and especially with us here at the School of Theatre. We have prepared a feast and are pleased to welcome you, our guests. The curtain is going up and you will not want to miss a moment.
Cameron Jackson Executive Director, The School of Theatre
The School of Theatre at Florida State Presents
SEMI N AR By Theresa Rebeck Director Cameron Jackson Scenic Designer Tamara L. Honesty
Costume Designer Rachel Buechele
Lighting Designer Genny Wynn
Sound Designer Zach Cramer
Technical Director Zach Murphy
Stage Manager Ashley DeLuke
October 7 - 16, 2016 Augusta Conradi Studio Theatre Seminar opened on Broadway on November 20, 2011 and was presented by Jeffrey Finn, Jill Furman, John N. Hart Jr. and Patrick Milling Smith, Roy Furman, David Ian, David Mirvish, Amy Nauiokas, and James Spry, with associate producers Matthew Schneider, Wake Up Marconi, Jamie Kaye-Phillips, and Charles Stone/Ben Limberg. Seminar is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.
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The Cast In Order of Appearance Izzy....................................................................................................................................................Skye Kim Martin....................................................................................................................................Cecil Jennings Kate....................................................................................................................................Antonina Vargas Douglas.....................................................................................................................................Daniel Deist Leonard..................................................................................................................................R. Ward Duffy
Time and Place: Present, New York City, NY.
Understudies* Izzy, Kate..........................................................................................................................Mary Beth Ritter Martin, Douglas.............................................................................................................................Ian Sicks
*Understudies never substitute for listed players unless a specific announcement is made at the time of the performance.
The School of Theatre at Florida State As one of the top-tier theatre training programs in the nation, the School of Theatre at Florida State provides its students with a wide variety of theatrical and educational opportunities. The primary mission of the School of Theatre is to offer students a comprehensive education in theatre and to prepare emerging artists to enter the professional theatre industry. As a result, the School of Theatre provides both student artists and community audience members a diverse array of productions that explore the spectrum of our shared humanity. Founded in 1973 under the vision and leadership of then-Dean Richard G. Fallon, the School of Theatre enjoys a national reputation, in large part, because of the excellence of its undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as a gifted faculty of nationally recognized professional artists/educators. The London Theatre Studies program, the chance to work side by side with guest artists and eminent scholars, as well as showcase opportunities in New York City and Los Angeles are just a few of the many reasons why students are attracted to our various professional and academic degrees from all over the United States, many foreign countries, and every county in Florida. Alumni of the program include Broadway stars Montego Glover and Leslie Flesner, television producer Steven Sears, Emmy Award-winners John Papsidera and John Brace, Broadway producers Heather Provost and Darren Bagert, Playwright and Professor Suzan Zeder, and a host of talented entertainment industry professionals. Through their creative work, research, publication, and service, School of Theatre alumni contribute to the commercial, educational, and cultural life of the citizens of Florida and the nation. The School of Theatre at Florida State is a member of the University/Resident Theatre Association, Inc. and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
Cast Headshots
Daniel Deist
Skye Kim
R. Ward Duffy
Mary Beth Ritter
Cecil Jennings
Ian Sicks
Antonina Vargas
Who’s Who Daniel Deist (Douglas) is a junior BFA Acting major from Roswell, GA. Previous credits include The Tempest (Caliban) and Twelfth Night (Antonio). He is excited to be working with this cast and crew and thanks his family and friends for their continued support. R. Ward Duffy (Leonard) received a MFA in Acting from the FSU/Asolo Conservatory in 1989. He has performed across the country in plays ranging from Shakespeare to Shepard and contemporary playwrights such as David Lindsay-Abaire, Sharr White, and Theresa Rebeck. Television and Film credits include The Good Wife, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, The Knights of Prosperity, and the upcoming Days And Days. He is happy and proud to be working with the talented cast, crew, and production team of Seminar. He lives in NYC with his wife, actress Henny Russell, and their dog, Bailey. Cecil Jennings (Martin) is a senior BFA Acting major. Previous credits include Hedda Gabler (Eilert Lovborg), Twelfth Night (Sebastian), and Breathless. Cecil is excited to be working with Ashley, Chloe, Hannah, Kate, and Cameron. Skye Kim (Izzy) is a sophomore BA Theatre major from Orlando, FL. Seminar marks her FSU debut. She thanks her beautiful family for their continued support and Thomas for encouraging her to audition. Mary Beth Ritter (u/s Izzy, u/s Kate) is a senior BA Theatre major from Lakeland, FL. Recent credits include A Little Night Music (Petra) with the Hawaii Performing Arts Festival. She is thrilled to be part of such an awesome cast and thanks her friends and family for their constant support. Ian Sicks (u/s Martin, u/s Douglas) is a junior BFA Acting major from Brookhaven, MS. Previous credits include New Horizons: Original Works Festival, The Chairs, and Twelfth Night (Curio). He thanks Erin, Mom, and Dad. Antonina Vargas (Kate) is a senior BFA Acting major from Miami, FL. Previous credits include Some Girl(s) (Tyler), Breathless, Nouveau (Patricia), and The Motherf**ker with the Hat (Veronica). She thanks Cameron, the cast and crew, and her amazing family and friends for all their love and support!
Rachel Buechele (Costume Designer) is a third year MFA Costume Design candidate. She holds a BFA in Theatre Design and Technology from Oakland University in Rochester, MI. She has previously worked at Utah Shakespeare Festival, Hope Summer Repertory Theatre, and The Henry Ford Museum in the Period Clothing Studio. Recent credits include A Chorus Line (Costume Designer), Spring Awakening (Costume Designer), and Much Ado About Nothing (Scenic Designer). Rachel would like to thank her family and Brian Williams for always being there for her. Zach Cramer (Sound Designer) joined the staff of the School of Theatre in November 2009 as their Sound Designer. Since then, he has designed nearly all of FSU’s productions. Favorite FSU credits include RENT, The Drowsy Chaperone, Jesus Christ Superstar, How to Succeed…, Much Ado About Nothing, Spring Awakening, Ragtime, Legally Blonde, and Hedda Gabler. Other design credits include the award winning Theatre Tallahassee productions of The Full Monty, The Producers, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, and Avenue Q, and the Theatre a la Cart productions of The Who’s Tommy, Ragtime, Seussical The Musical, The Secret Garden and Nine (winner 2008 FTC, 2009 SETC and advanced to national AACT). Ashley DeLuke (Stage Manager) is a senior BA Theatre major from Clifton Park, NY. She served as an Assistant Stage Manager for Legally Blonde, The Garden of Rikki Tikki Tavi, and New Horizons: Original Works Festival. She thanks Mom, Dad, and Britt for their constant love and support. Tamara L. Honesty (Scenic Designer) is delighted to return to FSU after designing Legally Blonde. Recent credits include Crowns, Other Desert Cities, Becky’s New Car (Human Race Theatre Co.); The Wild Party, Jane Eyre, Tempest (Western Illinois University); Picnic, La Cenerentola (University of Cincinnati—CCM); River Rat & Cat, The Garden of Rikki Tikki Tavi (Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Educational Touring Co.). Her scenic design for Picnic won numerous awards and was showcased in the World Stage Design 2013 online gallery. She is a proud member of USA Local 829 and USITT. Currently, she is an Assistant Professor of Scenic Design at Kent State University. Check out her website at www.edwardlaynedesigns.com.
Who’s Who Cameron Jackson (Director) serves as the School’s Executive Director and holds a BFA in Acting from New York University and a MFA in Stage Management from the University of Alabama. Cameron has taught at Mars Hill College, the University of Tennessee, Arizona State University, and was a founding Director of The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center at the University of Maryland. Cameron has worked at Virginia Stage Company, Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, Folger Shakespeare Library, The Promenade Theatre, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Manhattan Theatre Club, Clarence Brown Theatre, La MaMa ETC, the Performing Arts Center at SUNY Purchase, The Minetta Lane, The Clurman, The Lion, Circle Rep, The Beckett, New York Theatre Workshop, Riverside Players, City Hall, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Sun Valley Rep, and Perry Street Theatricals. A native Floridian, Cameron has spent several years on the road with shows like Penn & Teller, The Refrigerator Tour, Jekyll and Hyde, Dirt with Ralph Waite, and over 300 performances of Harriet the Spy. Cameron has been involved in some aspect of a production in every state except Hawaii, Alaska, and Washington. Highlights of his productions include The Art of Success with Tim Curry and Mary Louise Parker at Manhattan Theatre Club, A Christmas Carol with Helen Hayes, Raul Julia, and Len Cariou, and a New York Theatre Workshop production of Sally’s Gone, She Left Her Name with Michael Lerner, David Canary, Cynthia Nixon, and Robert Sean Leonard. In addition to his work in academia, production management, and stage management, Cameron was an actor for ten years and the Chair of the theatre department for the Pinellas County Center for the Performing Arts, a performing arts high school. Cameron is a member of Actor’s Equity Association, the Stage Manager’s Association, and a mentor in the USITT’s Stage Management Mentor’s Project. Zach Murphy (Technical Director) is a second year MFA Technical Production candidate from Clinton, MS. He recieved his BFA in Theatre Design and Technology from the University of Mississippi. Regional credits include Bigfork Summer Playhouse (Assistant Technical Director, Master Carpenter), Surflight Theatre (Master Carpenter), and Oxford Shakespeare Festival. He worked on last season’s The Garden of Rikki Tikki Tavi (Assistant Technical Director) and is looking forward to working on the upcoming How I Became a Pirate (Assistant Technical Director).
Genny Wynn (Lighting Designer) has worked in many venues all over the country. Some of her favorites include Mill Mountain Theatre (Roanoke, VA), Company of Fools (Hailey, ID), and Peach State Summer Theatre (Valdosta, GA). She has taught Lighting, Sound, and Set Design at Boise State University and Christopher Newport University. This fall, she is excited to be joining the faculty at Valdosta State University as an Adjunct Professor. She wishes to dedicate all her work to her wonderful mentor Pat Simmons. “Thanks Pat for teaching me the glory of light!”
The Scenic Designer, Tamara L. Honesty, for this production is represented by United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829 of the IATSE
Information in “Who’s Who” is provided by members of this production. Where opinions are expressed, they are those of the players, not necessarily those of the School of Theatre or Florida State University.
Production Staff for Seminar Director..........................................................................................................................Cameron Jackson Assistant Director................................................................................................................Hannah Katz Scenic Designer.......................................................................................................Tamara L. Honesty Costume Designer......................................................................................................Rachel Buechele Assistant Costume Designer.................................................................................................Amy Avila Lighting Designer...............................................................................................................Genny Wynn Sound Designer....................................................................................................................Zach Cramer Technical Director..............................................................................................................Zach Murphy Assistant Technical Director..............................................................................................Justin Voga Stage Manager.................................................................................................................Ashley DeLuke Assistant Stage Managers.............................................................Kate Henderson, Chloe Wilson Production Stage Manager..........................................................................................Mindy Johnson Technical Direction Advisors...............................................................Robert Coleman, Jim Lile Production Manager..................................................................................................Joshua Wickham Assistant Production Managers...........................................................Brian Gamel, Collin Huse Scene Shop Manager.....................................................................................................Colin Campbell Carpenters.................................................................................Zack Hiatt, Kyle Hoehn, Justin Voga Paint Shop Supervisor.........................................................................................................Jason Strom Scenic Charge Artist.............................................................................................................Jason Strom Scenic Artists..........................Kaitlyn Bonfield, Haley Brown, Rebecca Hall, Meghan Hoss, Erika Love, Cornelia Oliver, Delia Revard, Elizabeth Volpe Properties Manager................................................................................................................Kevin Grab Properties Master................................................................................................................Rachel Wier Properties Artisans.......................................................Mike Brown, Emily Davis, Briana Fonte, Meghan Hall, Zach Murphy Costume Design Advisor...........................................................................................Colleen Muscha Costume Technology Advisor............................................................................Martha H. Cooper Costume Shop Manager....................................................................................................Sarah Jahnke Assistant Costume Shop Manager................................................................................Min Jae Kim Wardrobe Supervisor...................................................................................................Julianne Babel Master Electrician.............................................................................................................Carrie Barton Assistant Master Electrician..........................................................................................Krystal Cotti Electricians...............................................................Kyla Amols, Jacob Beal, Taylor Blumengold, Amber Evans, KT Garcia, Kate Henderson, Chris Keil, Gabrielle Maury, Miranda Paine, Delia Revard, Kae Twichell, C. Jonah Watson Lighting Supervisor.........................................................................................................Carrie Barton Shop Electrician................................................................................................................Sydney Norris Light Board Operator...................................................................................................Jena Whitesman Sound Board Operator.................................................................................................Amir Bijan Adili Run Crew..........................................................Jena Brooks, Travis Brown, Scott Callenberger, Tanner Holman, Hannah Lunsford, Marina Macherone, Jaden Monnett, Alexandria Nichols, Katherine Sullivan
Production Staff for Seminar House Manager............................................................................................................Phillip A. Benson Director of the Fine Arts Ticket Office.................................................................Sarah Goodson Associate Director of Patron Services.................................................................Alexander Hope Patron Services Managers.....................................................Phillip A. Benson, Justin A. Dionne Assistant Patron Services Managers.............................Emily Goodridge, Naomi Longshore Usher Crew......................................................Julia Bodolay, Giancarlo Herrera, Kyle Kniseley, Francesca Martin, Aolani Santiago, Grant Smith, Kayli Tomasheki, Frances Weissler, Kristen Wizon Fine Arts Ticket Office Staff..................................Haley Brown, Brian Gamel, Genesis Gates, Shane Howell, Hannah Katz, Macy Lanceta, Gabby Lawlor, Jennifer Reichert, Aisling Ryan, Amber Svetik Associate Director of Marketing............................................................................Jessalyn Kilgour Marketing Communications Manager.................................................................Michael E. Stone Marketing Assistants............................................................Justin A. Dionne, Naomi Longshore Associate Director of Community Engagement................................................Amanda Hiatt Community Engagement Manager.......................................................................Suzanne D. Lucas Patrons Association Coordinator..........................................................................Emily Goodridge Community Engagement Intern..................................................................................Maxim Yodzis
Special Thanks to Dream State Salon
Major Donors to the School of Theatre Don & June* Alford Mrs. Erika Anderson Angela Musette Russo Foundation Robert Barber* Julia Burnett Bryant* Mary Auger Burns* Ralph Cook* Deborah Cooley* John Degen* Frank & JoAnn Fain Richard & Sue Fallon* Frank Flynn Richard & Kathleen Henry Maximilian E. & Marion O. Hoffman Foundation Davis Gaines Steve & Blanche Gordon Dr. Ben Grace Mr. Foster Harmon Richard & Betty Higginbotham Mart Hill Donald Hinkle Janet Hinkle The Hough Family Foundation Charles & Lillian Huisking Cameron & Teresa Jackson Barbara & Ted* Judd
Howard Kessler Gil Lazier Magnolia Properties & Investments, Inc. Michael & Jean Martin Mark & Stephanie Medoff Esther Mertz Mrs. Charlotte Palmer Patrons Association Cathy Peters Almena & Brooks Pettit Robb Pruitt Burt Reynolds Jim & Betty Ann Rodgers Leon & Jane Schmehl* Steven Sears Janis Carter Stulman Fred & June Turner Wachovia Bank Steven W. Wallace & Elizabeth Berkley-Wallace Mae & Harvey Watt Foundation An (*) following a donor’s name indicates the person has passed away.
2016-2017 Scholarship Recipients
Angela Musette Russo Memorial Scholarship Christina Layton, Michael Nichols, Sydney Norris* Davis Gaines Music Theatre Scholarship Lillian Kaufmann, Taylor Sherry, Dori Waymer
Patrons Endowment London Scholarship Haley Brown*, Stephanie Frazier, Shelby Gilberto, Joshua Hernandez, Isadora Leiva
Frank and Joann Fain Scholarship Aidan Neal, Connor Olney, Lilianna Solum
Patrons Scholarship Payton Anderson, Claire Fleitz, Rebecca Hall*, Briann Hemp, Rachel Hochstein, Hannah Katz*, Mitchell List, Anna Pyron, Delia Revard*, Nicholas Richardson, Jessie Suarez, Charles Vancini
Gil Lazier Scholarship Justin DeParis, Gabriella Juliet, Trevor Schmidt, Anna Jane Trinci
Brooks and Almena Pettit Presidential Scholarship Jelysbeth Bobadilla
Hazel Sliger Presidential Scholarship Jennifer Reichert*
Richard G. Fallon Scholarship Aaron McKenzie, Jenna Myers, Emma Safon
Hoffman Scholarship Ryan Carter, Daniel Deist*, Shane Howell* Howard W. Kessler Scholarship Sara Demetree, Blair Graff, Phelan Kenyon-Jones, Angela Martin, Erin McNellis, Cristian Mercado, Alec Ruiz, Kariana Sanchez Leon and Jane Howard Schmehl Scholarship Eric Foster Louis and Mart Hill Presidential Scholarship Claudia Montague Michael Martin International Theatre Scholarship Travis Brown*, Veronica Kelly, Katie Wickline
Robert S. Barber Scholarship Olivia Crews, Brian Gamel*, Taylor Suffridge, Madison Woodward Steven L. Sears Scholarship Tanner Holman*, Kathryn Jacobson, Blake Lafita, Emily Onimus, Trey Stripling Theodore and Barbara Judd Scholarship Macy Lanceta*, Madison Minnich
An (*) following a student’s name indicates a scholarship recipient involved in this production.
Patrons Association Members Board Members Lynn McWilliams, President Howard Kessler, Vice President Ellen Berler, Secretary Jay Newman, Treasurer Linda Clickner Robert Clickner Audrea Coniglio Rob Contreras Gary Cook Tom Crabb Howard Eisenman Barbara Elam Charles LaTour Annelise Leysieffer KC McWilliams Sunny Phillips Sara Rodrigue Nancy Sheridan James C. Smith Bob Spivey Dennis Williams Emeritus Board Members Jalma Baker Richard Henry Mart Hill Ted* and Barbara Judd Lou Kellenberger* William Moncrief* Brooks & Almena Pettit Dawn Sharp June Strauss* Angels Sandy Brown, Magnolia Properties Terry & Linda Cole Rob Contreras & Ellen Berler Gary & Joanne Cook Tom, Danielle, & Cassandra Crabb Howard & Susan Eisenman Barbara & John Elam William & Alice Grow Del & Diane Hughes Cameron & Teresa Jackson KC & Bob McWilliams Lynn & Todd McWilliams Russ & Genie Morcom Jim & Betty Ann Rodgers Judy & Michael Sheridan Mike & Nancy Sheridan Dennis & Barbara Williams Carol Woodward Woody & Pamela Woodward David & Mary Jean Yon Directors Steve Been & Kathy McGuire Ben Bivins & Elece Harrison Robert & Linda Clickner Captain James L. Dafoe, USN, Retired & Sandra J. Dafoe
Gloria Deison Segundo & Bobbie Fernandez Jennifer Fitzwater & Geof Mansfield Barbara Judd Sandy & Jessie Lovano-Kerr Howard & Anne Van Meter Kessler Annelise Leysieffer Clifford & Mary Madsen Jay & Sue Newman Almena & Brooks Pettit Colin & Anne Phipps Kenneth & Charlotte Reckford Randy & Marilynn Rhea Regional Therapy, Inc. Sara Rodrigue Dr. J.C. Smith & Elizabeth R. Smith Kip & Bev Wells Benefactors Jeannie B. & Tommy Barrett Walli Beall Joe & Patti Beckham Brad & Robyn Brock J. Kent & Flora A. Caruthers Tony & Sherry Carvalho Audrea Coniglio Russell & Janis Courson Virginia K. Craig Michele Diamonti & Michelle MacVicar Richard Dusenbury Bryon & Barbara Ehlmann Susan & Jack Fiorito Barbara Ann Frederich Larry Gerber Joan & Stu Griffith Jerry & Bobbi Hill Mart P. Hill Dottie & Jon Hinkle Dr. T. Lynn Hogan & Robin Fowler Warren & Teresa Husband John & Linda Kilgore Jay & Jennifer LaVia Paul & Sandra Lewis Fran McLean Sally McRorie Mary Ann & Duncan Moore Karen Oehme & Nat Stern Joel C. Padgett Sunny Phillips Blan Teagle & Lili Quintiliani Steve Ray Ana, Rick, Alec & Analisa Ruiz Karen J. Russell Carl & Natalie Schmidt Gary & Patricia Smith Robert A. & Martha C. Spivey Jane & David Watson Marilyn Yon & Lynda Roser
Friends John & Willa Almof The Reverend & Mrs. Edwin Beckham Steve & Ellen Bellenot Bill & Nolia Brandt Whitney Brummett & Will Hall Anna Cleveland Juan & Jessica Comas Ann Coleman Paul & Mary Ann Deitchman Bob & Ellie Disbennett Paul Downing* & Marie Cantwell Lynn Marie Firehammer Harvey & Judy Goldman Elenita Gomez & Jack Brennan Colonel Mark E. Griffard, retired Steven Hall Maura & William Heebink Roxanne M. Hughes, Ph.D. David & Sandi Jacobsen Fred & Sue Koberlein Susan Barnes & Kenneth Kranz Charles & Dian LaTour Rebecca Leary & Scott Safon Donna Legare & Jody Walthall Cyndy & Walt Loomis Jeralyn Lucking Michael & Joanne Mallardi Ralph & Sue Mancuso John & Mary Jane Mayo Bill & Laurie McCort Meredith & Elsa McKinney Ann & Don Morrow Jim & Joanie Prescott Gloria Priest Dennis & Christine Reilly Lance, Beth, & Lindsey Rodan Rae Roeder Barbara & Garry Roufa William & Jeanne Ryder Carey Smith Richard Stevens Allen Ransome & Randall Van Syoc Margaret E. Wright-Cleveland Latika Young Dr. Elizabeth Zipse All (*) following a donor’s name indicates the person has passed away. Members as of September 28, 2016
Who’s Who in the School of Theatre Cameron Jackson.....................................................................................................Executive Director; School of Theatre Brad Brock..................................................................................................................Associate Director; School of Theatre Samer Al-Saber............................................................................................................Assistant Professor, Theatre Studies Fred Chappell.................................................................................................................................................Professor, Directing Director - MFA Directing Robert H. Coleman........................................................................................Associate Professor, Technical Production Director - MFA Technical Production Martha H. Cooper............................................................................................Associate Professor, Costume Technology Mary Karen Dahl.............................................................................................................................Professor, Theatre Studies Director - MA/Ph.D. Program Patricia Delorey...............................................................................Teaching Faculty, Voice; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Jonathan Epstein..........................................................................Teaching Faculty, Acting; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Kate Watson Gelabert........................................................................................................Associate Professor, Movement Director - BFA Music Theatre Ben Gunter.........................................................................................................Visiting Assistant Professor, Performance Debra Hale..........................................................................................................................................Associate Professor, Voice Michael Hayden..............................................................................................................................Assistant Professor, Acting Dale F. Jordan........................................................................................................................................Professor, Scenic Design Eliza Ladd...............................................................................Teaching Faculty, Movement; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Greg Leaming..................................................................................................................Director; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Jean McDaniel Lickson................................................................................................................Associate Professor, Acting Director - BFA Acting Jim Lile.................................................................................................................Assistant Professor, Technical Production Andrei Malaev-Babel............................................................Associate Professor, Acting; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Patrick McKelvey………...........................................................................Visiting Assistant Professor, Theatre Studies Colleen Muscha...............................................................................................................................Professor, Costume Design Director - MFA Costume Design Elizabeth Osborne....................................................................................................Associate Professor, Theatre Studies Thomas Ossowski........................................................................................................Associate Professor, Music Theatre Leslie France-Patterson......................................................................................................Teaching Faculty, Performance Anthony Rhine................................................................................................Assistant Professor, Theatre Management Kris Salata...........................................................................................................................Associate Professor, Performance Director - BA Program Carrie Barton….............................................................................................................................................Lighting Supervisor Colin Campbell........................................................................................................................................Scenic Studio Manager Jonathan Courtemanche..................................................................Office Administrator; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Zach Cramer............................................................................................................................................................Sound Designer Michele Diamonti........................................................................................Director of Academic and Student Services Sarah Goodson.................................................................................................................Director of Fine Arts Ticket Office Kevin Grab……...............................................................................................................................................Properties Manager Sarah Jahnke…………...........................................................................................................................Costume Shop Manager Mindy Johnson…….......................................................................................................Visiting Production Stage Manager Min Jae Kim……..................................................................................................................................................................Costumer Marcia McClellan.......................................................................................................................Staff Services Associate, UBA Christopher McVicker............................................................................Technical Director; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Lauren Snyder.......................................................................................................................F & A Operations Manager, UBA Samantha Spiers...............................................................................................................................................Academic Advisor Jason Strom....................................................................................................................................................Paint Shop Manager Barbara Thomas.........................................................................................................Student Services Assistant Manager Amber Vann.......................................................................................................................................Office Administrator, UBA Joshua Wickham.........................................................................................................................................Production Manager
About the Patrons Association The Patrons Association was established to support the students, faculty, and staff at the School of Theatre by promoting activities that enrich the School and the cultural life of our community. Founded in 1970, the Patrons Association and its 300 members provide a valuable link between the School and the community, and help to ensure the best possible theatrical entertainment for Tallahassee. The Patrons Association provides support for student scholarships as well as valuable assistance to support performances and programs that enrich the lives of all students and community members. This year, the Patrons Association raised over $38,000 towards student scholarships and recruitment. We believe that with your involvement, we can further enrich the lives of our students and community members by providing an outstanding theatre experience, community programming and outreach, student and faculty enhancement, increase national student recruitment efforts, and support visiting guest artists through Patron supported and sponsored annual fundraising efforts and events.
Patrons Scholar Spotlight: Hannah Katz Hannah is a junior from Cooper City, Florida and is very grateful to be a Patron Scholar this year. She has a great deal of experience with student-producing organizations on campus and is thrilled to be assistant directing Seminar alongside Cameron Jackson. Hannah was challenged to analyze a show from a variety of perspectives—director, actor, technician, etc. This assignment allowed her to engage with views outside of her own and enlightened her on just how varied and fantastic theatre is inside the FSU community. Hannah hopes to pursue a career as a director at a regional theater or—her dream job—on Broadway. Hannah can’t thank the Patrons Association enough. With one financial burden lifted, she will have more invaluable time to spend on creative endeavors as a student. She also thanks her family and friends for their endless love and support.
For Your Information Welcome to the School of Theatre at Florida State. Whether you are returning or visiting for the first time, we want you to feel comfortable and be familiar with our facilities and services. As a courtesy to the actors on stage and other members of the audience, we ask you to silence cellular phones, pagers, and watch alarms during the show.
Lost and Found articles should be turned in to the House Manager and may be claimed at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, located in the Fine Arts Building.
Recording or photographing any part of this performance is strictly prohibited. Cameras and recording equipment must be checked with the House Manager.
Restrooms are conveniently located in the lobby area.
For persons in need of hearing reinforcement, infrared headsets are offered free of charge in the Fallon Theatre. Headsets should be reserved through the Fine Arts Ticket Office. There is no charge for this service; however, a driver’s license, major credit card, or $10 returnable deposit is required. Patrons in wheelchairs will find handicapped parking available in the parking garages adjacent to the Fallon, Lab, and Studio Theatres. Wheelchair seating is available at all of our theatres and should be requested when ordering tickets. Patrons should seek the House Manager for assistance upon arrival. Everyone must have a ticket for the event including infants and children in laps. If your child is causing a disturbance, please exit to the lobby. It is not advised that children under our recommended ages listed per show attend School of Theatre productions.
Smoking is not permitted in any Florida State University building. Gift Certificates may be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office in any dollar amount. Gift certificates are great ideas for birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. There are a variety of ticket packages and discounts available. Theatre parties with friends and business associates may be organized at substantial discounts for groups of 10 or more. For group sales information, contact the Fine Arts Ticket Office Manager at 850-644-6500. Hours of operation for the Fine Arts Ticket Office are Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Ticket Office will open 60 minutes prior to each performance. Late arrivals will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to performance time to guarantee seating. Patrons arriving 15-20 minutes after the start of the performance will not be seated until intermission.