AUBURN UNIVERSITY T H E AT R E & DA N C E P R E S E N T S
Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 by Dave Malloy
Adapted from War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy Directed by Andrew Schwartz Music Direction by Brian Osborne | Choreography by Jeri Dickey
February 22 through
March 1, 2024 Telfair B. Peet Mainstage Theatre
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Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 by Dave Malloy
Adapted from War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy Directed by Andrew Schwartz Music Direction by Brian Osborne | Choreography by Jeri Dickey
Dramaturgy Note Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 had its first public performance at the non-profit Off-Broadway theatre Ars Nova in 2012, the brainchild of composer and actor Dave Malloy, known for his adaptations of classics such as Beowulf and Herman Melville’s Moby Dick. Malloy based the show on a relatively short section of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace, the epic Russian novel set during Napoleon’s ill-fated invasion of Russia in the early nineteenth century. Malloy and director Rachel Chavkin chose to focus on one small part of the novel, a 70-page story of romance and betrayal concerning young members of the Russian aristocracy: Natasha Rostova, Pierre Bezukhov, and the scoundrel and womanizer, Anatole Kuragin. Great Comet brings to life Tolstoy’s depiction of life and love in imperial Russia while posing questions about human relationships to which we can all relate. Despite the grand historical events of the war unfolding in the background, the creative team’s goal was always to keep the cabaret-style show intimate and, through that intimacy, to immerse the audience in the trials and tribulations of its characters, both emotionally and physically. In the Ars Nova production, the atmosphere was that of a small club. In another pre-Broadway iteration produced in New York’s Meatpacking District, a temporary venue, Kazino, was built specifically for the show as an environmental theatre space conceived by designer Mimi Lien as an actual Russian supper club, with audience members as patrons. When the show transferred to American Repertory Theatre’s 550-seat Loeb Theatre in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the team proved that the spirit of Great Comet could transcend the confines of a larger, more traditional proscenium space by placing audience seating on the stage itself, thereby retaining the intimate elements that had become the heart of the show. On November 14, 2016, Great Comet opened on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre, and this time, Lien encircled the audience, building walkways into the house so that the cast could get closer to and more directly engaged with spectators. What was once a small experimental production would go on to to earn 12 Tony Award nominations. Lily Sosebee, Student Dramaturg
We thank Tracy Oleinick, professor of costume design for 28 years, and Fereshteh Rostampour, professor of scenic, lighting, and projection design for 14 years, for their beautiful contributions to our shows and their incredible commitment to teaching Auburn students. They are both retiring from Auburn this semester, and they will be greatly missed. Enjoy their gorgeous work in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812. Tracy Oleinick
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Photos by Jeff Etheridge
Special Recognition
Artistic Team
Artistic Director: Tessa Carr Director: Andrew Schwartz Assistant Director: Asha Knight Music Director: Brian Osborne Choreographer: Jeri Dickey Vocal Director and Vocal Health Consultant: Elizabeth Benson Intimacy Consultant: Lindsay Rae Taylor Costume Designer: Tracy Oleinick Asst. Costume Designer: Maddox Brock Scenic, Lighting, and Projections Designer: Fereshteh Rostampour Sound Designer: Anthony Narciso Asst. Sound Designer: Lily Hamilton Dramaturg: Lily Sosebee Dance Captain: Bethany Novotny
Production Crews SCENIC STUDIO:
Kinsey Bosher, Caroline Brooks, Andie D'Amico, Wil Eplett, Kirsten Estes, Abigail Johnson, Morgan McKenzie, Presley McQuiddy-Gasparlin, Avery Melton, Kathryn Mims, Kevin Nelson, Kate Nymark, Jason Owens, Alex Pharo, Patrick Reagan, Lily Sfida, Bekah Taylor, Tony To
COSTUME STUDIO:
Patrick Barnett, Olivia Beland, Jeb Bethel, Romelo Blackmon, Abigail Bowling, Riley Brazell, Maddox Brock, Hannah-Mae Burnette, Tapley Cronier, Nick DiJulio, Shelby Dupree, Hali Everette, Cecilia Frederick, Catherine Govignon, Asha Knight, Abby Krehling, Bethany Novotny, Kara Anne Smith, Tino Soto, Mary Grace Sullivan, Madison Todd, Andrew Vance, Michaela Williams, Avonlea Yeakley
PROPS/SOUND STUDIO: Lily Hamilton, Evie Slaughenhoup, Reid Williams
Production Team
Director of Production: Laura Sims Technical Director: Matt Gist Costume Shop Manager: Jennifer Salter Stage Operations Coordinator: Emily Olson Faculty Property and Sound Supervisor: Andrew Lynch Stage Manager: Abigail Bowling Asst. Stage Manager: Lily Sosebee Draper: Sam Heilhecker Wardrobe Supervisor: Mary Grace Sullivan Asst. Wardrobe Supervisor: Avonlea Yeakley Wardrobe Crew: Abigail Johnson, Berkley Peacock, Caroline Brooks, Elle Hartman, Linnie Johnston, Kara Anne Smith Wig Supervisor: Avonlea Yeakley Wig Artists: Hali Everette, Sydney Pereira Props Coordinator: Madison Todd Charge Artists: Amanda Jernigan, Courtney Winkelman Head Electrician: Emily Olson A1: Lily Hamilton A2s: Noah Dimon, Sarah Schomburg Light Board Operator: Cecilia Frederick Projections Operator: Kirsten Estes Follow Spots: Avery Melton, Jason Owens Deck Crew: Rosemary Gross, Lily Sosebee
Special Thanks
Extra special thanks to the faculty, staff, and students of Auburn’s Department of Theatre and Dance. To quote Dave Malloy, the composer of this musical, the “cosmic epicness” of this production required a galaxy of collaborators and artists. I am so grateful for their stellar dedication and stratospheric vision. We hope that you enjoy the journey. — Andrew Schwartz, Director
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Cast
(In order of appearance) Pierre Bezukhov and Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patrick Barnett Natasha Rostova and Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sydney Pereira Sonya Rostova, Dance Captain, and Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hali Everette Marya Dmitriyevna and Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bethany Novotny Anatole Kuragin and Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alex Pharo Hélène Bezukhov and Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olivia Beland Dolokhov (u/s for Anatole Kuragin) and Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . Michaela Williams Prince Bolkonsky (u/s for Pierre Bezukhov) and Ensemble . . . . . . . . Andrew Vance Mary Bolkonsky and Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Morgan Hogans Balaga and Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tapley Cronier Andrey Bolkonsky (u/s for Prince Bolkonsky) and Ensemble. . . . . . . . Reid Williams Ensemble, Opera Singers, Denisov, Servants: Emma Grace Ramb (u/s for Sonya Rostova) Hannah-Mae Burnette (u/s for Marya Dmitriyevna) Kathryn Mims (u/s for Hélène Bezukhov, Mary Bolkonsky) Kinsey Bosher (u/s for Natasha Rostova) Wil Eplett (u/s for Dolokhov, Balaga, Andrey Bolkonsky) Orchestra Vocalists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeb Bethel, Catherine Govignon, Lily Sfida u/s = understudy
Orchestra
Conducted by Brian Osborne Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Palmer Sparks Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sam Harrison Guitar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patrick Reagan Lead Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brian Osborne Second Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adrienne Wilson Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nadezhda Skokova Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamie Simonsen, Kevin Zapata Oboe/English Horn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mary Beth Hall Clarinet/Bass Clarinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler Bailey Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com.
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Synopsis PROLOGUE
Moscow, 1812, just before Napoleon’s invasion of Russia and the burning of the city. As the story begins (“Prologue”) we meet “Pierre,” a wealthy aristocrat having an existential crisis, living a slothful life of wine, philosophy, and inaction.
PART I
Meanwhile, the young, newly engaged Natasha Rostova and her cousin Sonya arrive in “Moscow” to stay the winter with Marya D., Natasha’s godmother, while Natasha waits for her fiancé, Andrey, to return from the war. Marya D. tells Natasha that she must visit her future in-laws, the demented, miserly old Prince Bolkonsky and his spinster daughter, Mary (“The Private and Intimate Life of the House”), to win their affection and secure the marriage, which is critical to the Rostovas’ status and fortune. However, Natasha’s visit ends in disaster (“Natasha & Bolkonskys”), and she leaves missing Andrey more than ever (“No One Else”).
PART II
The next night, Natasha is introduced to decadent Moscow society at “The Opera.” There she meets Anatole, a young officer and notorious rogue (“Natasha & Anatole”); their interaction leaves Natasha feeling confused.
PART III
Anatole, his friend Dolokhov, and Pierre go out drinking; they are met by Helene (Pierre’s wife and Anatole’s sister), who taunts Pierre. Anatole declares his intention to have Natasha, although he is already married. Pierre finds his wife’s familiarity with Dolokhov offensive and challenges him to a duel, almost getting himself killed (“The Duel”). Afterward, Pierre reflects on his life (“Dust and Ashes”). Natasha and her family go to church (“Sunday Morning”); later, Helene arrives and invites Natasha to the ball that night (“Charming”), where Anatole seduces Natasha (“The Ball”).
PART IV
Natasha and Anatole make plans to elope, and Natasha breaks off her engagement with Andrey (“Letters”). Sonya finds out about the plan and realizes it will mean Natasha’s ruin (“Sonya & Natasha”); she determines to stop her at any cost (“Sonya Alone"). That evening Anatole and Dolokhov plan for the elopement (“Preparations”) and call on their trusted troika driver, “Balaga,” to take them to Natasha’s house. However, “The Abduction” is thwarted at the last moment by Marya D.
PART V
After scolding a grief-stricken Natasha (“In My House”), Marya D. sends out “A Call to Pierre,” asking him to help handle the crisis. Pierre kicks Anatole out of Moscow (“Find Anatole” / “Pierre & Anatole”); Natasha poisons herself (“Natasha Very Ill”); Andrey returns. Pierre explains the scandal to him and asks him to be compassionate, but Andrey is unable to forgive (“Pierre & Andrey”). Finally, Pierre visits Natasha (“Pierre & Natasha”). After their meeting, Pierre experiences a moment of enlightenment while seeing “The Great Comet of 1812” in the night sky.
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Scenic Breakdown PROLOGUE 1. Prologue (Company) 2. Pierre (Pierre, Company)
PART IV Chapter 7 14. Letters (Company)
PART I Chapter 1 3. Moscow (Marya D., Natasha, Sonya)
Chapter 8 15. Sonya & Natasha (Sonya, Natasha) 16. Sonya Alone (Sonya)
Chapter 2 4. T he Private and Intimate Life of the House (Bolkonsky, Mary) 5. N atasha & Bolkonskys (Natasha, Mary, Bolkonsky) 6. No One Else (Natasha) PART II Chapter 3 7. The Opera (Company) 8. Natasha & Anatole (Natasha, Anatole) PART III Chapter 4 9. T he Duel (Pierre, Anatole, Dolokhov, Helene, Company) 10. Dust and Ashes (Pierre, Company) Chapter 5 11. Sunday Morning (Natasha, Sonya, Marya D.) 12. Charming (Helene, Natasha)
Chapter 9 17. Preparations (Dolokhov, Anatole, Pierre) 18. B alaga (Balaga, Anatole, Dolokhov, Company) 19. The Abduction (Company) PART V Chapter 10 20. In My House (Marya D., Natasha, Sonya) 21. A Call to Pierre (Pierre, Marya D., Company) Chapter 11 22. Find Anatole (Company) 23. Pierre & Anatole (Pierre, Anatole) Chapter 12 24. Natasha Very Ill (Sonya) 25. Pierre & Andrey (Pierre, Andrey) Chapter 13 26. Pierre & Natasha (Pierre, Natasha) 27. The Great Comet of 1812 (Company)
Chapter 6 13. The Ball (Natasha, Anatole) 10-MINUTE INTERMISSION
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Character Tree
Balaga is fun • Bolkonsky is crazy • Mary is plain Dolokhov is fierce • Hélène is a slut Anatole is hot • Marya is old-school • Sonya is good Natasha is young • And Andrey isn’t here. And what about Pierre?
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Student Company Biographies Patrick Barnett (Pierre Bezukhov, Ensemble) is a sophomore BFA music theatre major from Lagrange, GA. Previous
AUTD credits include Barbecue (James T.), Twelfth Night (Feste), and Pippin (Ensemble, Charles u/s, Lewis u/s). Patrick would like to thank his family for their continuous support! War Eagle!
Jeb Bethel (Orchestra Vocalist) is a freshman BFA music theatre major from Dalton, GA. He worked on crew for Barbecue and is very excited to be in his first Auburn University cast. Olivia Beland (Hélène Bezukhov, Ensemble) is a junior BFA music theatre / speech, language, and hearing sciences
double major from Helena, AL. Some of her AUTD credits include Spring Awakening (Lina/Female Swing), Pippin (Ensemble, Leading Player u/s, Fastrada u/s), and Fractals: Infinite Movement (Ensemble). She would like to thank Andrew, Brian, and Jeri for this wonderful opportunity!
Maddox Brock (Assistant Costume Designer) is a freshman BA theatre major on the costume design track, from
Cumming, GA. She made her AUTD debut with Barbecue (wardrobe). Maddox was nominated for a GHSMTA Shuler award for her costume design for The Addams Family.
Kinsey Bosher (Natasha Rostova u/s, Ensemble) is a freshman BFA music theatre major from Marietta, GA. She last
appeared in AUTD’s Fractals: Infinite Movement and has also performed with City Springs Theatre, The Strand Theatre, The Legacy, and Marietta Theatre Company. Kinsey would like to thank her family, friends, and everyone involved in this outstanding production! All glory to God. War Eagle!
Abigail Bowling (Stage Manager) is a sophomore BA theatre major on the management track from Auburn, AL. Her
previous AUTD credits include Monstersongs (SM), Edges (SM), and Pippin (ASM). She also serves as the Secretary of AU Players and Stage Manager for Mosaic Theatre Company.
Hannah-Mae Burnette (Marya Dmitriyevna u/s, Ensemble) is a freshman BFA music theatre major from Madison, AL.
She is so excited to be in her second production at Auburn, previously appearing in Fractals: Infinite Movement. Other credits include: The Little Mermaid (Ursula), Puffs (Leanne), and Mary Poppins (Ms. Andrew). Hannah-Mae is also a proud member of AU Players.
Tapley Cronier (Balaga, Ensemble) is a junior BFA performance and psychology double major from Montgomery, AL.
Previous AUTD credits include Spring Awakening (Otto), Into The Woods (The Steward), The Thanksgiving Play (Caden), and Twelfth Night (Sir Andrew). He hopes that everyone watching has fun! (Balaga is for fun!)
Wil Eplett (Andrey Bolkonsky u/s, Dolokhov u/s, Balaga u/s, Ensemble) is a freshman BFA music theatre major
from Lilburn, GA. You may have seen him in the dance show Fractals: Infinite Movement. He is proud to be a part of such a talented family of performers and hopes you enjoy the show!
Hali Everette (Sonya Rostova, Ensemble) is a junior BFA music theatre major from Fairhope, AL. Her previous Auburn theatre credits include Barbecue (Marie) and The Thanksgiving Play (Logan). Hali also serves as Communications Officer for AU Players and is involved in Greek life. Hali thanks her family and peers for supporting her through this journey!
Catherine Govignon (Orchestra Vocalist) is a freshman BFA music theatre major from Calhoun, GA. making her AUTD
debut. Some of her past theatre credits include Something Rotten! (Beatrice Bottom), The Sound of Music (Mother Abbess), and Mamma Mia! (Rosie). Catherine is excited and honored to be a part of this incredible show.
Lily Hamilton (Assistant Sound Designer, A1) is a freshman BA theatre design/tech major from Auburn, AL. She is excited to be in her second production at Auburn, having previously been the A2 for Monstersongs. Her other previous credits include A1 and A2 for Auburn High School and Auburn Area Community Theatre. Lily is also a member of AU Players.
Morgan Hogans (Mary Bolkonsky, Ensemble) is a senior BFA music theatre major from Dothan, AL. Previous AUTD
theatre credits include A Doll’s House Part 2 (Emmy), Pippin (Ensemble), Much Ado About Nothing (Hero), Barbecue (Adlean), and Pillow (Wilma). Morgan wants to thank her family and friends for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Asha Knight (Assistant Director) is a senior BFA theatre performance major from Montgomery, AL. She has performed in
four productions here at Auburn and two productions at Cloverdale Playhouse. This year, she directed A Lost Art and assistant directed Great Comet. Asha counts herself blessed for such opportunities, and hopes you enjoy!!
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Student Company Biographies Kathryn Mims (Hélène Bezukhov u/s, Mary Bolkonsky u/s, Ensemble) is a sophomore BFA music theatre and
journalism double major from Dothan, AL. Kathryn’s previous Auburn credits include Pippin (Theo u/s and Ensemble), Fractals: Infinite Movement (Ensemble), and ...And Dance! (Ensemble). Kathryn would like to thank Andrew Schwartz and Brian Osborne for this fantastic opportunity.
Bethany Novotny (Marya Dmitriyevna, Dance Captain, Ensemble) is a senior BFA music theatre major with a
business minor originally from Arizona. Favorite credits include Barbecue (Barbara), Edges (Woman 3), and Pippin (Fastrada) at Auburn University and Rock of Ages (Waitress #1 / Sherrie u/s) and Boeing Boeing (Gretchen and Gloria u/s) at Hope Repertory Theatre.
Sydney Pereira (Natasha Rostova, Ensemble) is a senior BFA music theatre major from Elon, NC. Her previous AUTD
credits include Fractals: Infinite Movement (Ensemble), Edges (Woman 1), Pippin (Catherine), The Wolves (#2), and A Doll’s House Part 2 (Emmy). She is beyond excited to be a part of this production!
Alex Pharo (Anatole, Ensemble) is a marketing and BFA music theatre double major from Madison, AL. AUTD credits include Monstersongs (Doppelgänger/Mad Scientist Father) and Edges (Man 1). Alex would like to thank Mom, Dad, Big Cheese, Larrie, Donkey Cheese, Zola, and all of his other amazing family and friends for their continued support.
Emma Grace Ramb (Sonya Rostova u/s, Ensemble) is a freshman BFA music theatre major from Orlando, FL. Past
credits include Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown), The Pajama Game (Mabel), The Lightning Thief (Sally Jackson), and The Same Thing (Woman). Emma Grace is so grateful for her new Auburn family of amazing professors and peers!
Lily Sfida (Orchestra Vocalist) is a sophomore BFA music theatre and psychology double major. She last appeared in AUTD’s Pippin (Catherine u/s, Ensemble). Lily is so excited to be a part of such an amazing production and would like to thank her family as well as the cast and crew for the opportunity to be a part of this show.
Lily Sosebee (Assistant Stage Manager, Dramaturg) is a theatre major from Powder Springs, GA. Previously, Lily was backstage for Auburn University's production of Barbecue (ASM). She would like to thank her friends, family, and Auburn family for supporting her.
Andrew Vance (Prince Bolkonsky, Pierre u/s, Ensemble)— y’all can call him Drew — is a sophomore BFA music theatre major from Orange Beach, AL. This production will be Andrew’s third with AUTD, most recently appearing in Monstersongs (Mummy/Sasquatch). Andrew would like to thank his teachers and mentors, the cast and crew of Comet, and his family (especially mama). Cheers.
Michaela Williams (Dolokhov, u/s for Anatole Kuragin, Ensemble) is a junior BFA music theatre major from Columbus, GA. Their previous AUTD credits include The Wolves (#00), Pippin (Ensemble/Berthe u/s), ...And Dance! (Ensemble), and Barbecue (Marie). Michaela is also the T-Shirt Chair for Auburn University Players and a member of Mosaic Theatre Company.
Reid Williams (Andrey Bolkonsky, Prince Bolkonsky u/s, Ensemble) is a sophomore BFA music theatre major from
Mobile, AL. Previous AUTD credits include Barbecue (Oscar Nominated Actor) and Fractals: Infinite Movement (Ensemble). He is immensely thankful to have the opportunity to be in such a wonderful show and thanks God, all artistic staff and peers, and family for everything.
u/s = understudy
Guest Artist Biography Anthony Narciso (Sound Designer) is a sound designer and composer based out of Orlando, FL. His work can currently
be heard on board several ships in the Norwegian Cruise Line family and at City Springs Theatre Company in the Atlanta, GA area. He also routinely designs for Orlando Family Stage and is an annual guest artist at Auburn University. Anthony previously served as sound designer for the Texas Shakespeare Festival from 2013-2018 and the season sound designer for Garden Theatre from 2020-2022. Anthony holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Technology from the University of Central Florida and is a proud member of United Scenic Artists Local 829.
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Department Chair: Tessa Carr Office Administrators: Becky Henderson, Vickie Murtadha Marketing Coordinator: Magalí Zaslabsky Graphic Designer: Ashley Butler
Student Staff:
Event Staff: Olivia Beland, Romelo Blackmon, Tatum Clark, Wil Eplett, Kate Johnson, Presley McQuiddy-Gasparlin, Kate Nymark, Ashleigh Vickery, and Reid Williams. Costume Studio Assistants: Hali Everette, Claudia Peeples, Mary Grace Sullivan, Avonlea Yeakley Props Assistant: Madison Todd Production Assistant: Abigail Bowling Marketing/Recruitment Assistants: Morgan Hogans, Bethany Novotny, Lily Sfida, Kara Anne Smith Scenic Studio Assistants: Daisha Flint, Jason Owens, Tino Soto Sound & Lighting Assistant: Davy Davis Top: Sydney Pereira in Edges (2023), photo by Henry Eiland. Center: Telfair Peet Theatre, photo by Henry Eiland. Bottom: Madison Todd, stage manager, runs a rehearsal of Pippin (2022); photo by Magalí Zaslabsky.
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