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THE FAC PRODUCTION OF
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s
A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film
Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman
Book by Julian Fellowes
New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe
Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh
Directed by Kelly Van Oosbree
Music Direction by Christy Vest
Choreographed by Jeffry Denman
Scenic Design
Matthew S. Crane
Lighting Design
Keith A. Truax†
Sound Design
Travis Wright
Costume Design
Lex Liang† & Sera Bourgeau†
Associate Lighting Design Corey Goulden-Naitove†
Production Stage Manager
Kristen Wickersheim*
Producing Artistic Director
Christopher L. Sheley
Assistant Stage Manager Liz Lee*
Mary Poppins is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
CAST
IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE
Bert ......................................................................................................................... John T. Wolfe*
George Banks ..................................................................................................... Josh Franklin*
Winifred Banks Lauren Alice Smith
Jane Banks............................................................................................................. Haley Ballard
Michael Banks ...................................................................................................... Timothy Ryan
Katie Nanna Tracy Nicole Taylor
Policeman ..................................................................................................... Alexander Watson
Miss Lark ........................................................................................................... Kayleigh Bernier
Admiral Boom Stephen Alan Carver
Mrs. Brill ...................................................................................................... Andrea Rutherford*
Robertson Ay ............................................................................................................Colton Pratt
Mary Poppins Liza Piccoli*
Park Keeper ............................................................................................. Stephen Alan Carver
Neleus ......................................................................................................... Jennifer Grahnquist
Queen Victoria Andrea Rutherford*
Bank Chairman........................................................................................ Stephen Alan Carver
Miss Smythe........................................................................................... Anna Michele Lincoln
Mr. Punch .................................................................................................................. Joe Barnard
Doll Sara Kowalski
Miss Andrew ............................................................................................. Megan Van De Hey*
Ensemble .................... Nolan Baker*, Joe Barnard, Kayleigh Bernier, Antigone Biddle, Jennifer Grahnquist, Cory Michael Klements, Sara Kowalski, Anna Michele Lincoln, Jacob Meyerson, Tracy Nicole Taylor, Alexander Watson, Ryan Wong
Swings .............................................................................................. Rachael Dec, Ryan Miller
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
UNDERSTUDIES
Understudies never substitute for listed players unless a specific announcement for the appearance is made at the time of the performance.
Mary Poppins ................................................................................................... Kayleigh Bernier
George Banks Colton Pratt
Bert Nolan Baker*
Winifred Banks ........................................................................................... Tracy Nicole Taylor
Miss Andrew/Mrs. Corry Sara Kowalski
Jane Banks Antigone Biddle
Michael Banks ............................................................................................................ Felix Reilly
Mrs. Brill/Bird Woman Anna Michele Lincoln
Robertson Ay Joe Barnard
Admiral Boom/Bank Chairman ............................................................... Alexander Watson
Katie Nanna Jennifer Grahnquist
Neleus Tracy Nicole Taylor
Policeman/Von Hussler.................................................................... Cory Michael Klements
Northbrook Jacob Meyerson
Valentine Ryan Wong
THE BAND
Conductor ................................................................................................................ Christy Vest
Cherry Tree Lane (Part 1) Winifred, Mrs. Brill, Jane, Michael, Robertson Ay, George
The Perfect Nanny .............................................................................................. Jane, Michael
Cherry Tree Lane (Part 2) .. Winifred, Mrs. Brill, Jane, Michael, Robertson Ay, George
Practically Perfect
Mary Poppins, Jane, Michael
All Me Own Work ................................................................................................................... Bert
Jolly Holiday ............................... Bert, Jane, Michael, Neleus, Mary Poppins, Ensemble
Let’s Hope She Will Stay George, Winifred, Jane, Michael
Winds Do Change ................................................................................................................. Bert
A Spoonful of Sugar .................. Mary Poppins, Jane, Michael, Robertson Ay, Winifred
Spoonful (Playoff) Winifred
Precision and Order..................................... Clerks, Chairman, Von Hussler, Northbrook
A Man Has Dreams ......................................................................................................... George
Feed the Birds Bird Woman, Mary Poppins, Ensemble
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious ........ Mary Poppins, Bert, Jane, Michael, Mrs. Corry, Customers
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious (Reprise)/The Winds May Blow Bert, Customers
Twists and Turns .................................................................................................................... Bert
Playing the Game ...................Mary Poppins, Valentine, Doll, Teddy Bear, Punch, Toys
Chim Chim Cher-ee Bert, Mary Poppins
There will be one fifteen-minute intermission
ACT TWO
Cherry Tree Lane (Reprise) ................................................. Mrs. Brill, Robertson Ay, Jane, Michael, Winifred, George
Brimstone and Treacle (Part 1) Miss Andrew
Let’s Go Fly a Kite ........... Bert, Park Keeper, Michael, Jane, Kite Flyers, Mary Poppins
Good for Nothing / Being Mrs. Banks George, Winifred
Brimstone and Treacle (Part 2) Mary Poppins, Miss Andrew
Practically Perfect (Reprise) .................................................. Jane, Michael, Mary Poppins
Step in Time Bert, Michael, Jane, Sweeps, Mary Poppins
Down the Chimney Bert, Sweeps
A Man Has Dreams (Reprise) / A Spoonful of Sugar (Reprise) .................. George, Bert
Anything Can Happen (Part 1) Mary Poppins, Jane, Michael, Winifred, Bird Woman, Board of Directors
Give Us the Word ............................................................................................................ George
Anything Can Happen (Part 2) Mary Poppins, Bert, Jane, Michael, Ensemble
A Spoonful of Sugar (Reprise) Mary Poppins
Bows ............................................................................................................................... Company
A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Mary Poppins has been described as a story about a magical nanny, but at its heart, it’s really a story about healing a family—about the power of wonder, imagination, and love to restore what has been lost. Beneath the spoonfuls of sugar and the chimney soot lies a deeply human tale of people learning to see each other again.
The Banks family lives in a world that has forgotten how to play. George, weighed down by responsibility and the illusion of control, has lost sight of what truly matters. Winifred feels unseen and uncertain of her place. The children, Jane and Michael, are desperate for attention and connection. And then—practically perfect in every way—Mary Poppins arrives and restores balance. With a mix of magic, mischief, and gentle wisdom, she reminds them—and us—that sometimes the most extraordinary transformations begin with small acts of kindness, laughter, and imagination.
Mary Poppins has something to say to everyone. For children, it’s a dazzling adventure filled with magical nannies, dancing chimney sweeps, and talking statues. For adults, it is a reminder that joy and responsibility can coexist, and that life’s most important work often happens in our own homes and hearts. The show celebrates the possibility of change, the resilience of love, and the idea that we are never too old to look for magic in the everyday.
Theatre itself is built on that same spirit of play and imagination. It invites us to believe together—to turn an empty stage into Cherry Tree Lane, to make statues dance and nannies fly. In a world that can feel so serious, theatre reminds us that joy is an act of creation.
I hope that as you leave the theatre tonight, you take a little of Mary’s lesson with you: that sometimes a change in perspective, a moment of joy, or a deep breath of fresh air can make all the difference. In a world that often feels hurried and heavy, Mary Poppins reminds us to pause, look up, and rediscover the magic that’s been waiting there all along.
Kelly Van Oosbree, Director
*The Actor and Stage Manager appears through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association, The Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States
†The Designer for this production is represented by United Scenic Artists, the international alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees
WHO’S WHO
THE ACTING COMPANY
IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER
Nolan Baker * (Northbrook/Teddy Bear/ Ensemble, u/s Bert) is delighted to be making his Fine Arts Center debut this holiday season! Recently, Nolan has been seen on the Arvada Center mainstage in Once Upon a Mattress, Beauty and the Beast, Mamma Mia, Bright Star, Damn Yankees, A Christmas Carol, and Elf. Other Credits: Sky in Mamma Mia, Charley in Charley’s Aunt (The Winnipesaukee Playhouse); Godspell, Guys and Dolls (The Theater Barn); Jamie in The Last Five Years (The People’s Building). He also sailed as the Production Singer for Carnival Cruise Lines. Training: BFA from Belmont University. @nolan_baker
Haley Ballard (Jane Banks) is so excited to be back on the FAC stage! Her favorite FAC credits include Flounder in The Little Mermaid, Michael in Elf: The Musical, Marta in The Sound of Music, Ben/ Lisa in Disaster, Matilda in Matilda, and Molly in A nnie. Recently, she had the opportunity to play Mrs. Greene in The Prom at CSC and Portia in Something Rotten at Discovery Canyon HS. She has Type 1 Diabetes and wants youth everywhere who face this disease or any challenge to know that you can achieve anything you want in life, it’s all about how you look at it. Thank you to Paula Baack for her incredible vocal coaching, and a big thank you to everyone at the FAC for this opportunity!
Joe Barnard (Mr. Punch/ Ensemble; u/s Robertson Ay) is grateful to be back at the Fine Arts Center this holiday season as part of the Mary Poppins cast! Some of his favorite credits include:
The Little Mermaid (Fine Arts Center); A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder and A Year With Frog and Toad (Arvada Center); Nice Work If You Can Get It (Lone Tree Arts Center); Follies: In Concert and The Inheritance (Vintage Theatre); Prom, Matilda, Urinetown, and All Shook Up (Town Hall Arts Center); Eigg: The Musical (Edinburgh Fringe Festival). Enjoy! @joseph_barnard
Kayleigh Bernier (Miss Lark/Annie/Ensemble; u/s Mary Poppins), originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, began her training in competitive dance, performing nationally, and studied voice, dance, and musical theater at the Las Vegas Academy for the Performing Arts. She continued her studies in vocal performance and musical theater at Colorado Christian University. She has performed extensively across Las Vegas and Colorado, with credits including Sherrie in Rock of Ages (PACE Center), Elle Woods in Legally Blonde (PACE Center), Sister Mary Leo and Dance Captain in Nunsense (PACE Schoolhouse), Pam and Dance Captain in The Full Monty (Miners Alley Performing Arts Center), Nina in Vanya, Sonia, Masha, and Spike (Town Hall Arts Center), and Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz (Ovation West Theatre Company). Additional credits include The Wedding Singer, Oklahoma!, and Memphis. Kayleigh sends love and gratitude to her incredible support system. @_kayleighbernier
Antigone Biddle (Ensemble; u/s Jane Banks) is thrilled to be returning for her third season at the FAC, and to bring this classic story to life. At FAC: The Little Mermaid, Elf the Musical. Regional Credits: Eigg the Musical (Original Cast), Absurd Hero (Original Cast) (Edinburgh
Fringe); Annabeth in The Lighting Thief (Aurora Fox); A Year with Frog and Toad, Charlotte’s Web, Lyle the Crocodile (Arvada Center); Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz (Parker Arts); Newsies (Town Hall Arts Center); Gypsy (Vintage Theatre). Training: The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Instagram: @antigonebiddle
Stephen Alan Carver (Admiral Boom/Park Keeper/Bank Chairman) is happily making his first appearance at the Fine Arts Center. With an acting/ directing career spanning over 45 years and more than 100 shows, he’s been seen locally (since 2021) in Springs Ensemble Theatre’s (SET) The Seafarer (Mr. Lockhart) and The Boys in the Band (Emory) and earlier this year, directed On Clover Road. Other local productions include The Mousetrap (Mr. Paravicini) and The Play That Goes Wrong (Dennis), both at First Company, and Gilgamesh (Enkido) and The Night Ocean (Reverend Marsh), both with counterweight theatre lab. Other favorite roles include Georges (La Cage Aux Folles), Prospero (The Tempest), Friar Lawrence (Romeo & Juliet), Orgon (Tartuffe), and Algernon (The Importance of Being Earnest), among many others. He thanks his love Mike, Jen, and the family for their constant love and support.
Rachael Dec (Swing) is a Chicago-based musical theatre professional and a graduate of Northwestern University (Music Theatre). She is thrilled to return to the Fine Arts Centre stage after performing in The Little Mermaid last year. Chicago credits include Porchlight Music Theatre’s Anything Goes and Broadway in your Backyard, and Metropolis Performing Arts Centre’s Mary Poppins and Cinderella. This year, she
also understudied Carole King, Betty, and Marilyn while performing as an ensemble member in Beautiful at the Alhambra Theatre in FL. Rachael enjoys collaborating on new work, and can be heard on streaming platforms in the House of Fallen Women and Abandon All Hope original musical concept albums. Rachael is represented by Talent X Alexander. Website: RachaelDec.com “Forever grateful to everyone at the Fine Arts Center for your warm welcome. To my friends and family, and to Ben: all my love, always!”
Josh Franklin* (George Banks) is a Broadway veteran turned writer, director, producer, composer, and lyricist. On Broadway, Josh appeared in The Prom, Anything Goes, Ghost, Legally Blonde, and Grease, and Off-Broadway in Cyrano with Peter Dinklage. TV credits include Gossip Girl, The View, GMA , and three Tony Awards. National tours include Jersey Boys (Bob Gaudio), Grease (Danny), All Shook Up (Chad), and Anything Goes (Billy Crocker -Helen Hayes nomination). His original works include Royal Blood, a hiphop vampire musical, Jack: A Moral Musical Tale, and The Consoling Mechanism (NAMT 2020, Phoenix Theatre Co 2023). His holiday musical Searching for Santa premiered at Colorado College in 2024. Now based in Colorado Springs, he co-owns ICONS with husband John T. Wolfe, serves on the boards of the Colorado Springs Conservatory and Theatreworks, and is the Principal Voice Instructor for Colorado College. Josh is thrilled to make his FAC debut alongside John! IG: @joshuaandrewfranklin @Icons_ Colorado
Jennifer Grahnquist (Neleus/Ensemble; u/s Katie Nanna) is thrilled to make her FAC debut! Credits
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THE ACTING COMPANY
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include Cinderella (Arvada Center); Louise Bigelow in Carousel (Henry nomination), Zaneeta Shinn in The Music Man, and The Producers (PNTC); Cabaret and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Platte Valley Players); The Drowsy Chaperone (Vintage Theatre); and A Chorus Line (PACE). Jennifer teaches theatre at the Denver Waldorf School and is earning her Master’s in theatre education from the University of Northern Colorado. Much love to Shane for all your support!
Cory Michael Klements (Ensemble; u/s Policeman/ Vonhussler) is a Colorado native with a BFA in Dance Performance from the University of Wyoming. His favorite theater credits include Bright Star, Oklahoma!, Legally Blonde, Brigadoon, Cats, and Mamma Mia. In addition to performing, Cory has also choreographed several musicals, most recently Bare: A Pop Opera and Chess for Bright Heart Stages. Cory was a member of the Denver based Davis Contemporary Dance Company and the Nevada Ballet Theatre in Las Vegas, where he performed works by George Balachine and a special collaboration with Cirque Du Soleil. He can also be seen in ManningCast: The Musical with the Manning brothers (YouTube) and the Beautiful Day music video by Stephanie Bettman (YouTube). @corymichaelklements
Sara Kowalski (Fannie/ Doll/Ensemble; u/s Miss Andrew/Mrs. Corry) is a lifelong Coloradoan and graduate of the University of Northern Colorado’s Acting and Dance departments. She has performed with companies such as The Candlelight, Openstage, Beehive Productions, and is a member of Denver’s upcoming immersive theatre D.I.R.T. Favorite
credits include Crazy for You (Polly Baker), Brigadoon (Fiona), Anastasia (Countess Lily), and CATS (Rumpleteazer), among others. In addition, Sara studied Shakespeare and his contemporaries at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. @sarabkowalski
Anna Michele Lincoln (Miss Smythe/Ensemble; u/s Ms. Brill/Bird Woman/ Queen Victoria) is overjoyed to be returning to the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center stage. Anna has a Visual and Performing Arts Degree from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, where she was also distinguished as the Most Outstanding Undergraduate Student for her excellence in acting. Some of her past credits include; Cabaret (Frauline Kost), Sister Act (Ensemble), Elf! (Ensemble), Roger and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Ensemble), Hair (Sheila), A Flea in Her Ear (Antoinette), The Art of Dining (Hannah Galt), Peer Gynt (Solveig) and Beauty and the Beast (Babette). When Anna is not on stage, she fosters a love for the arts in others by serving as an arts educator, choreographer, and mentor for students K-12 along the Front Range. She sends lots of love to her family, friends, and partner Sean. She hopes that you enjoy the show as much as she loves performing with her fellow cast members! @anna_linc
Jacob Meyerson
(Valentine/Ensemble; u/s Northbrook) is thrilled to “Step in Time” this holiday season! Previous credits include: 42nd Street (Billy), Titanic (Harold Bride), Singing in The Rain (Don). Recent graduate of UNC’s Musical Theatre program. He is so grateful to share this story and hopes you enjoy the show! Many thanks to his friends, family, and mentors for their endless support. Instagram: @JacobMeyerson
Ryan Miller (Swing) is thrilled to make his swing debut! After recently performing as Bobby in Cabaret and as Cinderella’s Prince, the Wolf, and Lucinda in Into the Woods: in Concert at THEATREWORKS, he is up to the challenge of covering multiple roles. Ryan has performed on the FAC Stage across sixteen years: from Jean-Michele in Cinderella, Tulsa in Gypsy, and Henry in the staged reading of Next to Normal; to the ensemble of Sister Act, Elf: The Musical, The Sound of Music, Hairspray, Crazy for You, and The Music Man. Favorite credits include Melchior in Spring Awakening, Daniel/Self in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), and Edvard Olsen in The Listener directed by the Playwright John Patrick Shanley. Ryan proudly serves the LGBTQIA2+ community as the Events Manager of Inside Out Youth Services. Huge thanks to the whole FAC team and endless love to my mom, my family, and my chosen-family. @rmillerer
Liza Piccoli* (Mary Poppins) is thrilled to be making her CSFAC debut this winter! Residing in NYC, her recent credits include Hannah in Newsies (Musical Theatre West), Pat in Kinky Boots, and Lorraine in Jersey Boys (Music Theatre Wichita). Recent choreographic credits include Associate Choreographer for High Society (Ogunquit Playhouse), Associate Choreographer for Newsies, Assistant Choreographer for An American In Paris (Musical Theatre West), all under the wonderful choreographic vision of Jeffry Denman. Liza holds a BFA in Dance - Jazz from Point Park University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. In addition to theatre, Liza has taught at Broadway
Dance Center and other NYC based dance studios, loves writing music and released her first single on all streaming platforms. She also has her 200-hour Yoga Teaching Certification and enjoys teaching yoga in the NYC area. Many thanks to the CSFAC team, her family and Jack! IG: @lizastinyflowclub
Colton Pratt (Robertson Ay; u/s George Banks) is a Colorado Springs based actor and is excited to be back on the stage at the Fine Arts Center. You may have seen him at the FAC in productions such as: Sister Act, In Her Bones, Water by the Spoonful, It’s A Wonderful Life: a Live Radio Play, Guadalupe in the Guest Room, and Cinderella. Other credits include: Sense and Sensibility, Henry IV/V, The Little Prince, Othello, Twelfth Night, Taming of the Shrew, Around the World in 80 Days, Measure for Measure (Theatreworks); Picasso at the Lapin Agile (Millibo Art Theatre); and most recently as Detective Sergeant Trotter in The Mousetrap (Arvada Center). He graduated from Colorado Mesa University with a B.F.A. in Acting/Directing. Colton sends his endless love and thanks to his family: the greatest support system a person could ask for.
Andrea Rutherford* (Mrs. Brill/Bird Woman/Queen Victoria) is delighted to be back at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, having last appeared
as Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray. Recent appearances include Schoolhouse Rock Live! and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Aurora Fox Arts Center. She’s loved creating new work with Curious Theatre Company’s 24-Hour Play Festival for the past two years. Proud member of Actors’ Equity Association. @Arutherfordny
WHO’S WHO
THE ACTING COMPANY
IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER
Lauren Alice Smith (Winifred Banks) is thrilled to be making her FAC debut. A professional performer for 15 years, Lauren has been seen off-Broadway, in touring productions, and in regional houses across the country. She now proudly calls the Pikes Peak region home. Favorite credits include Rona Lisa Peretti in …Spelling Bee, Maria in The Sound of Music, Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof, Janet Weiss in The Rocky Horror Show, Annelle DepuyDesoto in Steel Magnolias, and Missy in The Marvelous Wonderettes. When she is not on stage, she is the Managing Director of the Butte Theater in Cripple Creek. Thanks to her friends and family that helped her through the past year. A special thank you to Kelly, Chris, and everyone at FAC for the opportunity. laurenalicesmith.com
Felix Reilly (u/s Michael Banks) is excited to be part of this production at the FAC. His stage credits include Charlie Bucket in Willy Wonka Kids, John Northbrook in Mary Poppins Jr., Alexei in Anastasia, Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh Kids, and a vocal performance of “Tomorrow Belongs to Me” in Cabaret. He studies violin and theatre at the Colorado Springs Conservatory, is a member of Ormao’s preprofessional dance company, and daydreams of piloting hot air balloons.
Timothy Ryan (Michael Banks) is thrilled to play Michael in one of his favorite classic musicals, Mary Poppins. He is so grateful for the chance to work with such a talented cast and creative team. When not on stage, Tim enjoys playing soccer, reading, and experimenting with new
ultimate wrestling moves on his younger brother. He would like to thank his family, friends, teachers, and the cast and crew for their love and their support! Previous credits include Tommy (Miracle on 34th Street, Littleton Town Hall Arts Center), Young Will (Big Fish, CU Boulder), and Olaf (Frozen Jr., Performing Arts Academy).
Tracy Nicole Taylor (Katie Nanna/Ensemble; Allana; u/s Ursula /Winifred Banks; Dance Captain) (she/her) is so excited to spend the holidays with you and to bring you this magical show. Tracy has been a consistent face at the FAC for over a decade. Recent credits include Cabaret (Lulu) – THEATREWORKS; Sister Act (Sister Mary Robert), Little Mermaid (Allana/ Ursula US) , Naked Mole Rat, Rent, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and ELF - FAC Other favorite credits: La Cage Aux Folles (Jaqueline) – Town Hall Arts Center; SWING! – Country Dinner Playhouse; Cinderella, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, Crazy for You, The Producers and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels – FAC Tracy also works as a teaching artist and youth choreographer for the FAC (Hadestown, Mean Girls, Footloose), with the Colorado Springs Conservatory, and with other local organizations and schools. Eternal gratitude to her partner, fur baby, and her mentors, family and friends for supporting her and her dreams.
@TNTaylor5678
Megan Van De Hey * (Miss Andrew/Mrs. Corry) has performed at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center in the following productions; Sister Act as Mother Superior, Fun Home as Helen Bechdel, Bad Dates as Haley and Carrie the Musical as Margaret White . Locally, Megan
has performed with: Arvada Center, BETC, Curious Theatre Company, The Aurora Fox, Cherry Creek Theatre, The Avenue Theatre, Town Hall Arts Center and Little Theatre of the Rockies. Megan is a four-time Henry award winner and multiple Ovation, True West, and Marlowe Award recipient. meganvandehey.com
Alexander Watson (Policeman/Von Hussler/ Ensemble; u/s Admiral Boom/Bank Chairman/ Park Keeper) is an actor, singer, and director based in Aurora, Colorado. He is thrilled to return to the Fine Arts Center this holiday season, where audiences may remember him as Chef Louis in The Little Mermaid. Alexander is a proud graduate of Western Illinois University, where he earned his BFA in Musical Theatre. In addition to performing, he serves as the Associate Artistic Director of Visionbox Studio in Denver, helping to develop and produce new theatrical works. Alexander sends heartfelt thanks to his partner, Jake, and their dog, Archie, for their endless love and support, and to the Fine Arts Center’s artistic team for the opportunity to bring this magical story to life.
John T. Wolfe* (Bert) is thrilled to be making his Fine Arts Center debut and checking off a bucketlist dream role. He was most recently seen as Ernst in Cabaret (Theatreworks) but spent much of his career in NYC as Associate
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Choreographer and Dance Captain for Tony nominee Denis Jones. Favorite credits include the 1st National Tour of Lincoln Center’s My Fair Lady, the National Tour of White Christmas, and the world premiere of Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn at Goodspeed. John and his husband, Josh Franklin, are the proud owners of ICONS — Colorado Springs’ award-winning gay bar, known for its staff of professional singing bartenders. John is a gold medal-winning violinist and pianist, serves on the Downtown Business Improvement District Board, and is an avid DIY and home improvement enthusiast. Thanks to the ICONS family, the BLOC family, and the family-family.
Ryan Wong (黃建豪) (Ensemble; u/s Valentine), born and raised in Malaysia, made his professional debut at age 17 appearing on Asia’s biggest reality TV street dance competition, ASTRO BATTLEGROUND. Ryan now resides in NYC and is a proud immigrant in the United States. Theatre Credits: The King and I (La Mirada Theatre), The Little Mermaid (Colorado Springs FAC), In The Heights (Colorado Springs FAC), ‘White Rabbit’ in Alice In Wonderland (Roanoke Ballet Theatre), Mary Poppins (Riverside Theatre), Rudolph The Musical Ntl Tour 23’, Damn Yankees (RTOP Theatre). Ryan would like to thank his wife Hannah, his family, DDO Agency and everyone who has believed in him. Terima Kasih Semua FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: Ryan_Wongkh
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BAND BIOS
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Mark Burditt (Trombone), a graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, began his professional career as a staff musician at Walt Disney World, joining the Air Force Academy Band in 1990 as jazz trombonist with the Falconaires. During his 30-year career as an Air Force musician, he performed extensively throughout the United States, Middle East, Central Asia, and Europe, including as a featured soloist with the Orchestra of the Armed Forces of Croatia. Closer to home, he has performed with Denver’s premier salsa band ‘Conjunto Colores’, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, Pikes Peak Brass Band, Chamber Orchestra of the Springs, and served as jazz trombone instructor at Colorado College and the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Abby Carcich (Keyboard 2) is a classically trained pianist, with a BA in Piano Performance. A long-time musician and performer, she has served as music director, pit director, worship leader, conductor, actor and accompanist. She leads worship at the Community Center Chapel on USAFA, conducts the Out Loud Men’s Chorus of Colorado Springs, and spends her time practicing for the next gig, or walking her two sweet doggies.
Jomar Cruz (Cello) is so excited to return to the Fine Arts Center for Mary Poppins, having performed with the pit orchestra for The Little Mermaid in 2024 and Elf The Musical in 2023. Jomar is a Puerto Rican cellist based in Colorado Springs. He holds a Master of Arts from the University of Central Florida, where he studied under David Bjella. He moved to Colorado from Florida in 2023 and has been blown away by the rich musical community here. Jomar performs regularly with the Pueblo Symphony Orchestra and is the newest classical music radio host at 88.7 Classical KCME. He enjoys discovering new
music, going on hikes, and taking care of his backyard chicken named Liza Minnelli.
Bud Gordon (Trumpet) has been a musician for over 50 years. He has added his musical expertise to many Broadway shows at both the Fine Arts Center and the Pikes Peak Center. He has performed small group and big band Jazz, Blues, Funk and Salsa groups in Los Angeles, Colorado Springs, and Denver. Bud toured as first trumpet with legendary singer and pianist Ray Charles as part of The Ray Charles Orchestra in 1978 and 1979. He was the musical director of Orquesta Sabroso, the Salsa band he cofounded with Dennis Bueno and Julio Garcia in Colorado Springs. With his jazz/funk group Unconventional Wisdom, Bud has performed at the Pikes Peak Jazz summer concerts at Cordera, at the Monument Summer Concert series at Limbach Park, at the 5 Points Jazz Festival in Denver, and at the Salida Steam Plant’s Jazz on the Plaza concert series.
Eddie Hureau (Woodwinds) is the former Musical Director, Arranger and Leader of the US Air Force Academy Falconaires Jazz Ensemble. Ed received the bulk of his musical training from his father, Wilfred, violist with Disney’s Max Steiner Orchestra. Starting on clarinet, he also studied voice at the Chicago Conservatory, clarinet with David Hite, theory and harmony with Dale Brunig, arranging with Sammy Nestico, and managed to pick up saxophone and flute along the way. Eddie is once again thrilled to be performing at the FAC with this wonderful troupe and would like to gratefully acknowledge the efforts of the Fine Arts Center and its staff for keeping live musical theater thriving in the Springs. Let them know how much you appreciate it too.
Nate Knitter (Percussion) is a versatile percussionist and educator based in
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Colorado Springs. He has experience performing in a wide variety of genres — from orchestral and theater productions to rock, fusion, polka, and even EDM. He currently holds the position of Principal Timpanist with the Pueblo Symphony Orchestra and is a member of alt-rock band Ozonic. Some other theater productions he has worked on include - Into the Woods, Peter and the Starcatcher, The Lucky Stiff, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. In addition to his performing career, Nate serves as a Percussion Consultant for Harrison School District 2 and a coach at The Drumset Coach Academy in Palmer Lake, CO, where he teaches group classes and private lessons. Nate treasures every opportunity to bring music to life through performance, and to share his passion for drumming with students of all ages.
Jay McGuffin (Bass) is currently teaching music at DCC in Academy School District 20. Jay is excited to be back for his 41st show at the FAC! As a multi-string specialist, Jay has also performed on violin, cello and guitar. In addition, he composed original music for the radio play “For Spacious Skies”. As an educator in Musical Theatre, his productions have received 22 Bobby G nominations, winning 11 awards total including Outstanding Musical Direction, Overall Best Production of a Musical, and Outstanding Performance by an Orchestra. In total, he has performed in and/or directed over 80 shows in his career. Jay’s Orchestras have been nominated to the State Orchestra Finals held by the Colorado Chapter of American String Teachers Association in 2020 & 2022 and won Overall Outstanding Performance at the Colorado West Music Festival in 2023. He also performs as the principal bassist in The Chamber Orchestra of the Springs. Jay would like to thank his wife Stephanie and son Michael for all their continued support!
Simon Jacobs (Keyboard 1) enjoys a multi-faceted musical career as an organist, conductor, pianist and singer throughout the United States and Europe. He was born in Truro, Cornwall, UK to a musical family, and received his early musical training as a full-time boy chorister. He went on to receive degrees in music and choral conducting from Cambridge University and Yale University, and has held organist positions at Truro Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral and Westminster Abbey in the UK. Simon is currently Director of Music at the historic Manitou Community Church in Manitou Springs and collaborates regularly with some of the area’s top ensembles, such as The Chamber Orchestra of the Springs, the Colorado Vocal Arts Ensemble, and the St. Martin’s Chamber Choir in Denver. He is also a music director and keyboardist with the Fine Arts Center Theatre Company, and his credits to date include Elf: The Musical, The Little Mermaid, Mean Girls, and Sister Act. Jane Sandstrom (Flute) has built fulfilling careers in both education and music. She entered the University of Nebraska-Lincoln as a flute performance major and graduated with a Bachelor’s in Biology. Since 1988, she has been a dedicated classroom teacher and is a Nationally Board-Certified Science educator. Jane is active in arts management, serving on the Boards of the Colorado Flute Association and Little London Winds. She often performs on stage with the Rocky Mountain Wind Symphony, Little London Winds, Pueblo Symphony, Soli Deo Gloria choir, the Skylark Flute Quartet, and various chamber groups. With over 40 years of experience in musical theater pit orchestras, Jane has a deep passion for this art form and is excited to return to the FAC for her fifth show. Thanks for supporting live professional theater and enjoy the show!
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Kelly Van Oosbree (Director) is a Denverbased director who has made Colorado her home for the past twenty years. Recent directing credits include Frankenstein (Platte Valley Theatre Arts), Damn Yankees (Arvada Center), Fiddler on the Roof (Performance Now), and The Bridges of Madison County (PVTA). Upcoming projects include the regional premiere of Jeanne Sakata’s Hold These Truths at Platte Valley Theatre Arts and South Pacific at Performance Now. She sends heartfelt thanks to Chris Sheley for bringing her on board, to her wonderful friend Jeffry Denman for his inspiring work, and to her incredible family for their endless love and encouragement.
Jeffry Denman (Choreographer) CSFAC debut. Off Broadway - YANK (SDC Callaway & Lucille Lortel noms), Naked Boys Singing, Assistance, Bullet for Adolf ; Regional – An American in Paris (Ogunquit, Music Theatre Wichita, Music Theatre West), Damn Yankees (Arvada), Newsies (Music Theatre West, Tuacahn), Putnam County Spelling Bee, Noises Off (Cape Playhouse). Jeffry is a five-time Broadway performer. He appeared in the Original Casts of How to Succeed (1995 Revival) and Dream. He was Matthew Broderick’s understudy in the original company of The Producers, and he starred in the final company of Cats and as the Danny Kaye role in both the World Premiere and the original Broadway companies of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. He is the author of “A Year with The Producers” and can be heard on multiple cast recordings. He moved from New York City to Colorado in 2021 and now lives with his wife Sophie in Longmont.
Christy Vest (Music Director) (she/her) is a musician, pianist, vocalist, music director, and educator based in Colorado Springs. She teaches voice and piano both independently and through City Strings and Piano, accompanies and performs throughout the
area, and leads a variety of music classes for students of all ages. Christy also teaches with All Aboard Family Music and serves as the accompanist for the choirs at Rampart High School. Favorite music directing and pit credits include Working, Little Women, 9 to 5, Brooklyn, Sunday in the Park With George, and 1776. She has collaborated with a variety of organizations including Fine Arts Center Theatre Company, Red Mountain Theatre, Virginia Samford Theatre, Birmingham Children’s Theatre, Opera Birmingham, and Samford University, and many more.
Matthew S. Crane (Scenic Design) is excited to be returning to the Fine Arts Center after designing Sister Act last season! Recent designs include: Winnie-the-Pooh, The Woman in Black (The Winnipesaukee Playhouse), The Tempest, Richard II, The Merry Wives of Windsor, Macbeth (Colorado Shakespeare Festival), The Prom-Teen Intensive, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Arvada Center), Suor Angelica, Gianni Schicci, A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Lamont Opera Theatre), Everybody (University of Denver), and Guys and Dolls (The Hartt School). Matthew is also an associate designer with Lionfish Design, providing design and art direction for live events, broadcasts, and corporate clients. M.F.A. Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts.
Lex Liang† (Co-Costume Design) Recent: the world premieres of Emma, Tiananmen, Yes, I Can Say That!, Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty, Shane, Mr. Holland’s Opus, The Tattooed Lady, and May We All. Off-Bway/NYC: 50+ productions. Regional: Actor’s Theatre, Alliance Theatre, Asolo Rep, Cleveland Playhouse, Cincinnati Playhouse, Dallas Theatre, Denver Center, Geva Theatre, Goodspeed, Guthrie, La Jolla Playhouse, Long Wharf, Old Globe, Papermill Playhouse, Pasadena Playhouse, Pioneer Theatre,
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Portland Stage, Portland Center Stage... Lex is the founder/principal of LDC Design Associates, an experiential event design and production company in NYC. Clients include Absolut, Gucci, Invesco, Johnson&Johnson, The Kardashians, The Tony Awards Gala, NYFW, NYWFF, William Hill Wine, and others. www.LexLiang.com www.LDCdesign.com @Lex924
Sera Bourgeau† (Co-Costume Design) (She/Her) is excited to be back at the FAC! Previous FAC Productions: Sound of Music, Intimate Apparel. Additional Design Credits: Nickel Mines (New York Musical Theatre Festival, ACT of Connecticut), A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Honky Tonk Angels (Capital Repertory Theatre), Something Happens for Joe (Williamstown Theatre Festival), Nine Moons, La Musica Deuxime, Misconceptions, Battle of Angels, Refuge (Blessed Unrest), Still Life With Iris (Long Wharf Theatre), Pete(Her) Pan, Jr. (Northern Stage), Spring Awakening (The Lounge Theatre - Los Angeles). Ann: The Ann Richards Story, The Lion in Winter, Chapter Two, Outside Mullingar (Cape May Stage). Some Lovers, Nikola Tesla Drops the Beat, Knights of the Sales Office (Adirondack Theatre Festival). Dial M For Murder, Turn of the Screw (Theater at Monmouth). ACD to Lex: Emma (The Guthrie Theatre), The Tattooed Lady (Philadelphia Theatre Company), May We All (Tennessee Performing Arts Center). MFA: University of California, Irvine. BA: University of New Hampshire. @serabourgeau
Keith A. Truax† (Lighting Design) is excited to be doing their first production with Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center At Colorado College and is elated to be joining the company of Mary Poppins, Additional Theatrical Designs for: The Phoenix Theatre Company, Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Pittsburgh CLO, PICT Classic Theatre, Point Park University, PEAK Performances,
Cape Rep Playhouse, Utah State University, 59E59, Penguin Rep Theatre, Cape Rep Theatre, Fordham University, Phoenix Theatre Company, Constellation Stage & Film, Red Mountain Theatre, The Lost Colony, New London Barn Playhouse, Blumenthal Performing Arts, Utah Valley University, Timber Lake Playhouse & John W. Engeman Theatre. North American Tours: Dirty Dancing In Concert, The British Invasion Live, Syncopated Ladies 22 & Turning 15 on The Road to Freedom. Keith holds an MFA in Lighting Design from Carnegie Mellon University. For additional information please visit www.keithtruax.com & @keith.a.truax.lighting
Corey Goulden-Naitove† (Associate Lighting Design) is thrilled to be back in Colorado for his Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center debut. Corey is a Lighting Designer for the stage and screen. He holds an MFA in Lighting Design from Indiana University and BA in Theatrical Design and Production from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Corey lives in New York City, but his work has been staged across the country at venues ranging from schools and summer camps to The Charm City Fringe Festival, regional theatre companies like The Classical Theatre of Maryland, Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Constellation Stage and Screen, Arts Center for Coastal Carolina, Virginia Musical Theatre, and Forestburgh Playhouse; international opera festivals like The Glimmerglass Festival, Off-Broadway at Theatre Row and Theatre for the New City, and even The Lost Colony Outdoor Symphonic Drama. For more information about past and upcoming productions visit coreygouldennaitove.com.
Travis Wright (Sound Design) is a NYC based sound artist, whose work focuses on building live acoustic elements into each performance. Through the use of actor
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activated vocal effects, live foley sounds and tactile sensors, their work merges performers and the sounds of the worlds they inhabit. Some of their recent work includes ASCEND (Pittsburgh Playhouse), Sober Songs (Theatre Three, NY), and Dial M for Murder (CSFAC, CO). Following the opening performance of Mary Poppins, they head to Rahway NJ to craft the live radio play, It’s a Wonderful Life (American Theatre Group).
Jessica Mathews (Props Supervisor) is excited to be continuing her work with the FAC this season. Recent/Favorite credits include Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – APT 2B, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, In Her Bones, Sister Act, and Mary Poppins. She completed her degree in Theatre Technology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has worked across the industry for companies like - Busch Gardens, Adirondack Scenic, Universal Studios, and the Alabama Ballet.
Kristen Wickersheim* (Production Stage Manager) had an accidental love affair with theatre that turned into a full-time gig. With a knack for organized chaos and a sharp sense of humor, she’s called cues for everything from mermaids under the sea to mistaken identities in 18th-century France. Locally, she’s lent her talents to Theatreworks, Springs Ensemble Theatre, and the Millibo Art Theatre—often while wondering how she got here (and secretly loving every minute
of it). Career highlights include wrangling the underwater magic of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, navigating the comedic maze of The Game of Love and Chance, and keeping the drama (onstage only except for that bear) in Measure for Measure, Wild Honey, and WTF: Women’s Theatre Festival. She may have stumbled into theatre by accident, but she’s made a career of making things run smoothly—on time, on cue, and with a smile.
Liz Lee* (Assistant Stage Manager) is delighted to be working on this production alongside many talented designers, technicians & performers. Throughout her career, she has worked in Theatre, Dance, Opera, Virtual Productions, Music Recitals & Live Events. She received her M.F.A. in Design & Technology - Stage Management at UMKC (24) & B.A. in Theatre & English Writing at Hastings College (21). Recent credits include; CS Fine Arts Center - Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson Apt. 2B (ASM), Hadestown: The Teen Edition (PSM), Sister Act (Deck Crew), In Her Bones [World Premiere] (ASM), Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Flyer & Deck Crew), The City Dog & The Prairie Dog (Sub. Calling SM). UMKC - Big Love (ASM & Deck Chief) , Die Zauberflöte (PSM), Proving Up (PSM). Endstation Theatre Company - T-Room: The Musical [World Premiere] (PSM), Treasure Island (ASM), Homegrown Talent (ASM). The Lyric Opera of Kansas-City - Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci (PA). KCRep - Twelfth Night (PA).
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Christopher L. Sheley (Producing Artistic Director) is thrilled to be in his third year as PAD, and his 21st as a company member. Trained as a scenic designer, his favorite credits at the FAC include In Her Bones, Misery, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Barnum, Man of La Mancha, 4000 Miles, Agnes of God, Other Desert Cities, and Gypsy. Area credits: The Arvada Center’s Damn Yankees, Colorado College’s 23:59 and All in the Timing, The University of Denver’s Urinetown & THEATREWORKS’ The Servant of Two Masters. Regional-awards: the Henry’s Best Set Design- Misery and Man of La Mancha, The Gazette’s “Best of”- Sunday in the Park, the Denver Post’s Ovation Award’s Best Set Design- Pirates of Penzance and Sweeney Todd, the PPAC’s best set design- 4000 Miles, Into the Woods, & Sunday in the Park, and the True West awards Best Set Design.
Holly Anne Rawls (Resident Lighting Designer/Lighting Director) graduated from CU Boulder with a lucrative pair of degrees – Technical Theatre and Anthropology. For the last twenty years at the FAC she has been master electrician, Lighting Director/ Resident Lighting Designer, Interim Director of Production, and helped build the technical side of the Youth Rep program. In addition, she designed many FAC productions including Misery, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime (for which she won the 2020 Henry Award for Lighting Design), Intimate Apparel, Fun Home (2017 Henry Award for Lighting Design), Barnum, Man of La Mancha (2016 Henry Award for Lighting Design) , 4000 Miles, The Wizard of Oz (joint PPAC award), Gypsy, Other Desert Cities, and Sweeney Todd (Denver Post Ovation award). Holly enjoys spending her time in the woods with her wonderful husband, amazing stepdaughter, and equally impressive dogs. She would like to thank Chris for everything.
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Tim Muldrew (Company Manager) has worked in Art’s Administration for both the Fine Arts Center and TheatreWorks since arriving in Colorado Springs in 2006. He’s toured the world as Equity Stage Manager and has directed Crazy for You, Knuffle Bunny and 1776 on the FAC Stage. Tim is currently on the board at Springs Ensemble Theatre. Tim and his husband, Craig, enjoy traveling and when not at his desk, you’ll probably find him on a cruise ship enjoying a piña colada!
David A. Cook (Director of Production) received his education through theatrical apprenticeships before attending college in Tampa FL as well as Golden CO. Dave has held the roles of Technical Director, Asst. Technical Director, Stage Manager, and Lead Electrician during his career. He has worked for theme parks, museums and zoos as well as corporate scenery companies like Adirondack Scenic Studios and Nasal Scenic. His regional theatre experience includes The Florida Studio Theatre, Ruth Eckard Hall, The Birmingham Children’s Theatre, American Stage St. Petersburg, Terrific New Theatre, and the Red Mountain Theatre Company in Birmingham Alabama. Dave loves to collaborate with others in making art and telling stories, especially at the FAC! He is grateful for life, living the tiny house life together with his wife Jessica, their dalmatian Russel, and Tabby Terror Peter. Living right next to the mountains, they enjoy the outdoors as avid campers, hikers, and rockhounds.
Ben Porter (Interim Technical Director & Scene Shop Supervisor) is grateful and excited to be collaborating with the team of creatives at the FAC. He started here as an over hire & crew member for Disney’s The Little Mermaid during the FAC’s ’24-’25 season. Before that he toured with several
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national & international shows such as The Wizard of Oz, Chicago, Once: The Musical, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, and most recently Hairspray. Ben loves the arts as a way to express creativity, and his favorite part of any show is the applause from the audience. Welcome to the FAC!
Eryn Miller (Costume Shop Supervisor) is ecstatic to be joining the team here at the FAC. After Costume Coordinating touring shows such as Chicago, Hairspray, and Pricilla Queen of the Desert, she is happy to find her sparkly shoes landing in Colorado Springs. She is looking forward to her first full season in this role, offering her skills to the FAC theatre team as they produce high quality shows for you all to enjoy. Thank you always to Ben for his love and support.
Alexander Palmer (Head of Sound) has been working in Theater as an Audio Engineer for over a decade. First starting out with local black box theaters, Alex has cultivated a wealth of knowledge on everything from Sound Design to Mixing. His other work includes being a Recording Engineer at CCM Recording Studios where he records, edits, mixes and masters work for Music Production, Audiobooks and Voiceover. Previous clients include NPR, 20th Century Fox and Adult Swim. Alex has also taught at the Colorado Film School, one of the top ten in the US for Film Production. His education includes Shenandoah University and the University of Colorado Denver. Alex brings all of these skills to bear in every production and loves every part of the process.
Sarah Talaba (Scenic Charge Artist/Props Inventory Manager) is a passionate artist,
designer and self-described “mad scientist,” specializing in painting, creature effects, and sculpture for stage and screen. In addition to her third full-time season with the FAC shop staff, Sarah also has a long history of freelance artist work throughout the Front Range. Sarah holds 2 degrees from CUBoulder: a BFA in Scenic Design and a BA in Studio Arts. A few accolades include a KC-ACTF Meritorious Achievement Award in Scenic Design for RENT; and Grand Prize Winner of the Jim Henson Foundation’s Dark Crystal fan film competition. Whether she’s in the scene shop or in her home FX shop, Sarah delights in creating weird stuff and making magic. She is forever grateful for the love and support of family and friends who feel like family.
Bekah Irwin (Theatre Administrative Assistant) is a big nerd with a deep love of the performing arts, so organizing information in spreadsheets for a theatre company is living the dream! This is her second season in this role at the FAC and she’s enjoying every second of it. Before she started slinging spreadsheets for the stage, she was Wardrobe Supervisor for the FAC’s 2023-2024 season and enjoyed working on wardrobe crew before that for The Legend of Georgia McBride and In the Heights. Bekah is a jack-of-all-trades who loves to learn and has an arsenal of skills and knowledge she loves to use to help people. She also loves making people laugh, smile, or simply feel seen, and you can find her parody art made for this exact purpose at chewbekahcreates. com. She wants to thank her husband Kiffin for his constant love & support and hopes you enjoy the show!
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FAC LEADERSHIP
Marketing & Communications Director: Jessi Burns
Director of Operations and Divisional Effectiveness: Maria Capp
Director of Visual Arts and Museum: Michael Christiano
Director of Development: Cristina Gonzales
Patron Experience Director: Rebecca Rounds
Producing Artistic Director: Christopher L. Sheley
Director of Bemis School of Art: Tara Thomas
PRODUCTION STAFF
Director: Kelly Van Oosbree
Choreographer: Jeffry Denman
Music Director: Christy Vest
Scenic Design: Matthew S. Crane
Costume Design: Lex Liang† & Sera Bourgeau†
Lighting Design: Keith A. Truax†
Lighting Associate: Corey Goulden-Naitove†
Sound Design: Travis Wright
Production Stage Manager: Kristen Wickersheim*
Assistant Stage Manager: Liz Lee*
Sound A2: Matt Vigil
Prop Supervisors: Jessica Mathews, Rebecca Savage
Carpenters: David Cook, Hossein Forouzandeh, Grant Hilgenkamp, Benjamin Kilanowski, Robert Longo, Ben Porter, Maia Rychlik, Rebecca Savage
Charge Scenic Artist: Sarah Talaba
Scenic Artist Assistants: Maia Rychlik, Rebecca Savage, Alyssa Talaba
Stitchers: Mindy Coulson, Amaya Egusquiza, Mary Jo Farr, Marissa Forrest, Bekah Irwin, Kaitlyn Longberry, Eryn Miller, Krystal Pace, Barbara Summerville, Katy Williams
Wig Designer/Builder: Paisley Finlayson
Choreography Assistant: Tia Bloom
RUN CREW
Deck Crew: Wally Brink, Ben Rosko, Maia Rychlik, Micah Speirs, Matt Phillips
Wardrobe Supervisor: Lauren Asselin
Wardrobe Crew: Mikayla LaMantia, Maggie Stephens, Amaya Egusquiza, Mary Jo Farr, Marissa Forrest, Annika Lopez
Light Board Operator: Juyoung Koh, Ben Campbell
Spot Light Operators: Tony Caruana, Chandler Disch
Audio Engineer & Sound Board Operator: Alex Palmer
FAC THEATRE COMPANY
Producing Artistic Director: Christopher L. Sheley
Company Manager: Tim Muldrew
Theatre Administrative Assistant: Bekah Irwin
Director of Production: David Cook
Interim Technical Director/Scene Shop Supervisor: Ben Porter
Charge Scenic Artist: Sarah Talaba
Costume Shop Supervisor: Eryn Miller
Resident Lighting Designer/Lighting Director: Holly Anne Rawls
Head of Sound: Alex Palmer
House Manager: Jude Talaba
FINE ARTS CENTER STAFF
Patron Services Manager: Frances Huntington
Patron Services Assistant Manager: Matthew Driftmier
Patron Services Staff: Jon Adams, Kari Bell
Administrative Staff: Ashley LaCuesta
Development Staff: Laura Hines, Kim Sweeney, Jean Truty
Engagement Staff: Blair Huff, Sammie Joe Kinnett
Lead Operations Associate: Mark Cannon
Operations Associates: Ross Bowdon, Tiffany Scott, Darla Slee, Ian Stewart
Operations Team: Melanie Audet, Megan Brockriede, Rob Estes, Alexandra Martinez, Ken Monefino, Harriette Saide
Museum Staff: Alana Adams, Natalie Brescia, Jonathan Dankenbring, Kerstin Fay, Sara Hodge, Katja Rivera, JD Sell, Christian Valvano
Bemis School of Art Assistant Director: Jeremiah Houck
Bemis School of Art Staff: James Howard, Kazzandra Medellin
Our Mission
We celebrate and challenge our understanding of place, uplift artists from the past, present, and future, and amplify art's capacity to shape our work and inspire new possibilities.
Our Vision
We aim to foster connections among communities through integrated multi-disciplinary art experiences.
We believe in Engagement – increases visibility, access and understanding and empowers communites to have input over decisions that affect their lives and their community
Making – a process that generates ideas and brings them into being
Cultural Stewardship – employs practices that take responsibility for preserving the value of cultural works, objects and experiences
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Colorado College occupies the ancestral homelands and traditional territory of the Ute People, as well as Apache, Arapahoe, Cheyenne, Comanche, Kiowa, and Pawnee Nations. All were forcibly removed to reservations in Southwest Colorado, Utah, and Oklahoma. We affirm that early United States national policy was designed to breakdown Indigenous communities, destroy cultural identities, and outlaw traditional religious practices to clear a path for non-Indigenous settlement. Despite that, Indigenous Peoples are still here today, resilient, thriving, and vibrant citizens or descendants of 574 US federally-recognized sovereign tribal nations plus those from north and south of the US borders and beyond. We encourage all people to learn the names and the complex histories of original people of the land you are on and continuously seek ways to act in solidarity with them today and always.
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