by Matthew Webster
SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS (SIGPRO) is a Non-Profit arts organization that operates The Sharon Performing Arts Center® & The SigPro Studio™.
ART. ARTISTS. AUDIENCE. OUR MISSION; SigPro cultivates a diverse collaborative community with a focus on artists' well-being that strives to provoke thought and spark conversation through high quality performing arts.
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ABOUT THE SIGPRO STUDIO™ (formerly The Studio Theatre™ Tierra del Sol)
Over the past decade, we’ve invited our community to lean in closer to powerful storytelling. We’ve produced award-winning plays and musicals to sold-out houses, premiered original works, and cultivated artists whose careers have expanded to other theatre and film achievements. Now located in the vibrant Lake Sumter Landing Market Square®, The SigPro Studio™ expands to accommodate 200+ patrons per performance while preserving the authenticity, artistry, and closeness our audiences cherish. This reimagined Black Box theatre features flexible Thrust and Proscenium staging, allowing stories to unfold with immediacy and impact. Powered by Significant Productions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, The SigPro Studio continues our mission to inspire Central Florida through innovative, thoughtprovoking storytelling. The talent and passion remain. The immersive experience remains. The stage has simply grown to meet the moment.
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WORLD PREMIERE
FAT MAN'S By Matthew Webster
DIRECTOR
Dimitri Toscas
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
COSTUME DESIGNER
LIGHTING DESIGNER
Angel Creeks
Cory H. Garrett
Mario Gonzalez
PROJECTION DESIGNER & FEATURED ART
Alyssa Marrero
SOUND DESIGNER
SET DESIGNER, PROPS DESIGN & SET DRESSING
François-Pierre Couture
BACKSTAGE CREW
Emily Rodriguez
STAGE MANAGER
Joshua E. Gallagher
Madison Youngblood
DECK STAGE MANAGER
Elizabeth McDermott
SWING STAGE MANAGER
Nicolas Raffenaud
FOUNDER & PRODUCER
Jason Goedken
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Whitney Morse
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PRESENTING SEASON 11
Stronger Together After an incredible celebration of ten years at The Studio Theatre, it feels appropriate to start another decade with a new name, The SigPro Studio™, and a powerful theme for Season 11. In a world in which divisiveness seems to be par for the course, this theme emphasizes unity, collaboration, and a communal effort to tackle challenges that may seem insurmountable alone. I believe it is a theme near and dear to the hearts of everyone at Significant Productions. Our Season 11 Theme: Stronger Together Bishop Desmond Tutu states, “I am a human because you are a human. My humanity is caught up in yours.” Through different circumstances and lenses, each production this season exemplifies a belief in our shared humanity and proves that we are stronger together. Chicken and Biscuits by Douglas Lyons is a story of love, grief, and forgiveness. As a family comes together, they realize just how much they need each other no matter how differently they view the world. Fat Man’s, a new play by Matt Webster, confronts ideological differences and challenges us all to never judge a book by its cover. Instead, it invites us to discover what we have in common through our humanity. I promise you, love is there. Come From Away by Irene Sankoff and David Hein shows how kindness in the face of unprecedented circumstances proves that even strangers are better together. Primary Trust by Eboni Booth is a primary example of how human connection, community, and support are essential for navigating what life brings. So now, I am officially making a call to action to join us on a great ride through a wonderful season. I charge all of us to believe in the human spirit and remember: “What binds us together will always be more powerful than what drives us apart.” - Barack Obama I am a true believer that we are Stronger Together.
Angel Creeks Artistic Director
Thank you to Whitney Morse and Jason Goedken for the magnificent opportunity to guide us into a new decade. It is a sincere honor to be a part of such an amazing company. I hope to continue the incredible work you began for The SigPro Studio and Significant Productions.
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SEASON 11 Stronger Together
PREVIEWS / $30+ NOV 17-NOV 19, 2026
WORLD PREMIERE
FAT MAN'S
PERFORMANCES / $35+ NOV 20-DEC 19, 2026
The art of connection
TALKBACK DEC 10
By Matthew Webster Winnie, the new local minister of a small Presbyterian church in West Virginia is eager to invigorate and inspire change in her community, while Fat Man is happy with things just the way they are—sipping on sour beer. When Winnie suddenly finds herself as his landlord, a dysfunctional business relationship evolves into an honest and unexpected connection between two stubborn people. Shared values and showing up for each other leads to an unlikely friendship, reigniting their faith in the world. “Fat Man’s is a play about love, tattoos, and discovering the Godliness that lives inside all of us.”
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COME FROM AWAY
PREVIEWS / $35+ FEB 2-FEB 4, 2027
Book, Music & Lyrics By Irene Sankoff & David Hein
PERFORMANCES / $40+ FEB 5-MAR 20, 2027
You are here at the start of a moment...
TALKBACKS FEB 11 & 25, MAR 11
In the hours following September 11, 2001, uncertainty sweeps the globe. The remote town of Gander, Newfoundland, unexpectedly becomes the landing strip to 38 planes carrying 7,000 travelers. With its population doubled and no time to prepare, the people of Gander open their homes, their hearts, and their lives to these stranded strangers. This Tony and Olivier Award–winning musical, based on an astonishing true story, unfolds through a compelling, folk-inspired score and a cast of remarkable real-life characters. A heart-forward, joyful celebration of resilience, Come From Away reminds audiences of all ages of the power of creating a community as you’re finding a way home.
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PRIMARY TRUST
PREVIEWS / $30+ APR 13-APR 15, 2027
By Eboni Booth
Find your place, find your people Bookstore clerk by day, and Wally’s two for one mai tai regular by night, Kenneth suddenly finds himself facing unemployment and an unfamiliar routine. With the help of his best friend Bert, he is forced to confront a world he has intentionally avoided. Along his journey, he begins to shatter the barriers of his solitude through new friendships, new dreams, and new drinks. A deceptively ordinary story about the extraordinary possibilities inside each of us, this 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play challenges us to a moving exploration of trust, transformation, and courage.
PERFORMANCES / $35+ APR 16-MAY 15, 2027 TALKBACKS APR 22, MAY 6 AD & ASL PERFORMANCE MAY 5
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Summer Staycation 2027
XANADU
Book by Douglas Carter Beane Music & Lyrics by Jeff Lynne & John Farrar Based on the Universal Pictures film Screenplay by Richard Danus & Marc Rubel
PERFORMANCES / $40+ JUL 2-AUG 14, 2027 TALKBACKS JUL 8 & 22, AUG 5
Feel the music, cue the glitter
Picture this [with your polaroid camera]: Venice Beach, California, 1980, “Greek goddess meets mortal boy” story where the ultimate reward is Xanadu. This zany musical featuring the hit songs “Magic,” “Suddenly” and “I’m Alive,” follows the journey of a beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus. As she embarks on a quest to inspire a mortal struggling artist, Sonny, they achieve the greatest mythical artistic creation of all time—the first roller disco! But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and comedic chaos ensues. Grab your roller skates, leg warmers, headbands and roll along with us for our exciting Summer Staycation production.
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PREVIEWS / $35+ JUN 29-JUL 1, 2027
AD & ASL PERFORMANCE AUG 4
Music Directed By:
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ACTORS' EQUITY ASSOCIATION, founded in 1913, is the U.S. PAUL VOGT* (Fat Man) Hairspray labor union that represents more than (Edna Turnblad), Chicago (Amos 51,000 professional Actors and Stage Hart). Regional: Hairspray (Replaced Managers. Equity fosters the art of live Harvey Fierstein in Vegas) and theatre as an essential component of Minsky's (World Premiere). National/ society and advances the careers of its International tours: Chicago, Dracula members by negotiating wages, improving working condia Comedy of Terrors, La Cage Aux tions and providing a wide range of benefits, including Folles (Chantal) Pasadena Playhouse, Disney's Little health and pension plans. Actors' Equity is a member of the Mermaid (Ursula) MUNY, WTCMTM (Legionnaire) AFL-CIO and is affiliated with FIA, an international organizaDogberry, Much Ado both at Orlando Shakes, Funny tion of performing arts unions. #EquityWorks Thing...Forum (Paper Mill) Film: Valentines Day, Princess Diaries 2, and Lilo and Stitch 2. TV: Perfect Harmony, D IR E CTION MADtv, Orville, ReRUN Show, Glee, Grey's Anatomy, MATTHEW WEBSTER (Writer) Hannah Montana, and Reno 911. PaulCVogt.com | is an award-winning actor and writer. YouTube: @paulievogt Matt performed on Broadway at the MELISSA WHITWORTH* Hudson Theatre in DGF Toasts: (Winnie) is thrilled to be performing Stephen Schwartz. In addition to at The SigPro Studio for the first time. singing in the show, Matt contribOrlando audiences may recognize uted the vocal arrangements. Matt her from Silent Sky, Three Sisters, and has been seen onstage as Glad Hand in the Broadway 1776 (Mad Cow Theatre), Snapshots Tour of West Side Story and won Best Actor for his (Winter Park Playhouse), and Villains: portrayal of Johnny Pope in A Hatful of Rain (BroadwayUnfairly Ever After (Walt Disney World). Elsewhere in World). In 2019, Matt portrayed the role of Derek in the Florida, Melissa performed the title role in Mary Poppins award-winning, world premiere of his new play BACK, and the Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods (Slow Burn which is now being turned into a television series. The Theatre), Louise in Gypsy (The Wick), Adelaide in Guys & pilot script won Best TV Script at the Santa Barbara InterDolls, Maria in Sound of Music, and The Wicked Witch of national Film Fest, Best Drama Pilot at the Oxford Film the West in Wizard of Oz (Prather Productions). Most Fest, and numerous other quarterfinalist and semifirecently, she originated a role in the Wizarding World at nalist placements. Universal’s Epic Universe, filming with Warwick Davis, the cast of Cursed Child, and Al Roker. In addition to BACK, Matt’s plays and musicals include: Love Somebody Now (with Tony and Grammy NomiMelissaLouiseWhitworth.com nated composer Andrew Lippa); Kingdom Come (winner JORDAN GREGSON (Under- Best Musical at the Downtown Urban Theatre Fest), Jay study for Fat Man) is an actor, arts and the Contest (winner Risk Theatre Playwriting Award), administrator, director, and producer. Reveries, Fat Man’s, and Alex Fox: American Hero. With Jordan proudly serves as the Artistic his frequent collaborator Taylor Ferrera, Matt has Associate at Significant Productions. co-written: Cinderella; Democracy, Day 1; County Fair – A Selected acting credits include Fat Country Hits Musical; Tessa Takes a Turn; Betty Zane; and Ham & A Christmas Carol (Orlando Propaganda! The Musical - which made its international Shakespeare Theater). He has directed A League of Her debut at the Gaetnerplatz Theatre in Munich, Germany. Own, and assistant directed Only Some of God’s Children During the pandemic it was released as a full podcast or Mississippi Magnolias, When We Were Young & musical, featuring a complete orchestra and a cast filled Unafraid, and Angel Street all at Significant Productions. with Broadway stars. In 2021, Matt and Taylor won the He will also be directing SigPro’s upcoming production prestigious Webby Award for Best Podcast Writing for of Primary Trust. He is an alumnus of Douglas Anderson Propaganda, the Podcast Musical. School of the Arts and Texas State University. Matt is the Creative Director of Andrew Lippa’s producJordanHoughGregson.com | @just_jayhgreg tion company, Made Up World, is a founding member of the Magic Forest Theatre Company, and teaches acting and text analysis at The New York Film Academy, *Member of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers, appearing under a special agreement with Actors' Equity Association.
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where, as Resident Playwright, he has had nine short films produced. Matt received his BFA in Acting from West Virginia University where he was named the Outstanding Graduate from the College of Creative Arts. Matt is a proud Appalachian writer, a Johnny Mercer Award Winner, and was named the 2023/2024 Abingdon Theatre Company’s Artist in Residence. DIMITRI TOSCAS (Director) is making his debut at The SigPro Studio. With over 20 years directing theatre, opera, and themed entertainment, Toscas most recently served as a founding Artistic Director of Garry Marshall Theatre in Burbank, CA. Directing credits: Master Class (starring Emmy winner Carolyn Hennesy), The Spitfire Grill, Buyer & Cellar (featuring Emmy winner Jai Rodriguez), Scott and Hem, Into the Woods, Bunny Bunny, Laurel and Hardy, The King and I, Sweeney Todd, Seussical, Plaid Tidings, HMS Pinafore. Opera: Cosi fan tutte, La Traviata, La Boheme. Family Theatre: Go, Dog. Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve! and Allie Kazan and The Magic Mansion at Orlando Family Stage. Theme Park: Cedar Fair Entertainment, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Disneyland, where he wrote and directed a west coast version of Voices of Liberty. DimitriToscas.com ANGEL CREEKS (Artistic Director) is honored to join this wonderful company with over 30 years of experience as an actor, singer, dancer, teacher, choreographer, and director. A few credits include: Film and television (North Hollywood, Days of Our Lives, Living Single), Broadway (Fosse, Chicago the Musical), national tours and artists (Chicago the Musical, Starlight Express, Michael Jackson, Anne Reinking), regional and theme parks (Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular, Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, Frozen-Live at the Hyperion, Romeo and Juliet, Hairspray, Godspell, Seussical). She is an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion working with PSPI.org, CFEABlackbook.org, and Blacktheatregirlmagic.org. She has a B.A. in Performing Arts from St. Mary’s College of California, and a certificate in leadership from University of Notre Dame.
PRO D U C T I O N CLAYTON BECKER (Senior Manager, Technical Operations) is from the DFW area of Texas. Always wanting a career in theatre, he received his BA in Theatre from the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, AR. After graduating, Clay worked as SignificantProductions.org |
the Technical Director at Circa’ 21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island, IL before joining The SigPro Studio team in 2018. When not in the theatre, he is out hiking, kayaking or biking the wonders of mother nature across the country. Clay invites everyone to see the brilliant work our team does at both Significant Productions venues! LESLIE BECKER (Director of People, Projects & Culture) Since joining this organization in 2018, Leslie has had the privilege of working across various facets of the theatre. Now, as the Director of People, Projects, and Culture, she is dedicated to working closely with the team to cultivate an inclusive and collaborative workplace environment. Leslie believes that fostering an inclusive and supportive culture is essential for creating exceptional art, art that SigPro is proud to share with its audiences. Leslie is grateful for the opportunity to serve this talented team and contribute to the vibrant arts community, she extends thanks to the audience for their continued support of the arts. MONICA BERDECIO, MA (Marketing Director) Bolivian roots drive her passion for the arts, food, and people. She is a two-time graduate of the University of Florida, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations and a Master's Degree in Mass Communication, specializing in Global Strategic Communication. She has taken on various roles within The Villages community, leading her to her most recent one as Marketing Director for Significant Productions, where she continues to pursue her love for making stories resonate with diverse communities. When she's not creating stories for work, she's creating memories with her husband and three kids wherever the fun is. NATALIE BOLLINGER (Digital Marketing Coordinator) is a proud Midwest mutt with a theatre and communications degree from Ball State Univer-sity. Before joining SigPro, you may have seen her on VNN's Entertainment Beat. Now, she brings her creativity to life as SigPro's Digital Marketing Coordinator on socials and web. When she's not crafting content, you can find her behind the scenes (or under the spot-light) at local theatres, or trying out cool coffee shops with pals.
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TINA CARROLL (Coordinator, FOH Operation) attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Marquette University where she earned a B.A. in Journalism and a minor in Marketing. She has spent the majority of her career working as office manager and children’s ministry director in large churches with lots of volunteers. A great joy has been teaching children’s choir for many years. Music, dance, and theater is vital in her life and she enjoys performing as well as directing. She and her husband have two sons. Tina loves living in The Villages and is delighted to celebrate her “un-retirement” joining SigPro as Coordinator of Front of House Operations. ANTONIO CAMPAGNA (Carpenter) born in Caracas, Venezuela, with Italian heritage, found his way to the United States in 2013. His passion for art and entertainment led him to graduate in Film Production and obtain a Certificate in Stage Technology from Valencia College. Since childhood, he has cultivated his artistic talent, writing plays and exploring various forms of creative expression. Currently, he channels his love for entertainment at The SigPro Studio, where he plays a crucial role in creating sets and stages for theatrical productions. His world revolves around the fascinating universe of performing arts, where he continues to make his mark with creativity and dedication. FRANÇOIS-PIERRE C O U T U R E ( Pro j e c t i o n s Designer) has been designing for theatre, dance, opera and multimedia performance in the United States and around the world for over 20 years. His most recent work includes critically acclaimed Los Angeles Getty Villa’s Antigone, In the language of Gods, as well as Off-Broadway production’s The Hope Theory, originally presented at the Geffen Playhouse. Some of his work includes: Romeo & Juliet Suite, (Park Avenue Armory, Sydney Opera House, South Coast Repertory). Destiny of Desire, (Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Goodman Theatre, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park). The Present / The Future / Invisible Tango, (Geffen Playhouse). Sweeney Todd / Metamorphoses / Frankenstein (A Noise Within). Our Dear Dead Drug Lord (Kirk Douglas Theatre). Medée / Teseo (Chicago Opera Theater). FPCouture.com | IG: @fpcouturedesign @fpcouturestudio
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JON CRONIN (Director of Operations) has been working in live events for fifteen years. His professional journey before joining The Sharon in 2021 included Dave Matthews Band, Huey Lewis & The News, World Wrestling Entertainment, Apple Events, Universal Parks and Resorts, and The Walt Disney Company. Jon currently serves as Director of Operations at SigPro, where he supports the production and operations teams across both of our world-class venues. An avid cruiser and theme park fan, Jon spends as much time at Disney or in the middle of the ocean as possible. STEPHANIE ELLIOTT (Production Manager, Resident Productions) has been professionally working in theatre since graduating from The University of Florida BA Theatre & Dance program in 2011. Previous experience includes Orlando Family Stage (Assistant Stage Manager), Garden Theatre (Production Stage Manager and Company Manager), Theater West End (Production Stage Manager), Orlando Fringe (Production Stage Manager), Virgin Voyages (Rehearsal Stage Management Supervisor), Epic Universe (Coordinator for Untrainable Dragon Show), and SeaWorld (Stage Manager of POP!). When she is not facilitating brave spaces for performers and creative teams to play pretend or explore the human condition, she can be found at home with her husband, three children, and their ever-growing list of farm animals. JOSHUA E. GALLAGHER (Scenic & Props Designer, Set Dressing) has been designing imaginary places in real spaces for the past decade. He began working with The SigPro Studio in 2021 creating an assortment of deserts for The Cake, and became a full-time member of the Significant Productions team shortly thereafter. He has also designed scenery for Garden Theatre, Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, University of Cincinnati, Villanova University, Millbrook Playhouse, and Kalamazoo Civic Theatre, among others. Joshua has a Master of Fine Arts in Stage Design from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and a Bachelor of Arts in Theater from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. JoshuaEGallagher.com
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CORY H. GARRETT (Costume Designer & Costume Shop Supervisor) is a graduate of the Masters in Entertainment Design at Southern Methodist University and received his undergraduate degree from East Texas Baptist University. Before packing up the truck and moving to paradise, he assisted Elaine J. McCarthy on the world premiere opera The Diving Bell and the Butterfly at The Dallas Opera. He is a freelance costume and scenic designer currently based in Central Florida. Selected designs include Cabaret (The SigPro Studio), Next to Normal (Theater 3), Plano (Richland College Theatre), Let the Right One In (Outcry Theatre), The Rape of Lucretia (Meadows Lyric Theatre), Twelfth Night - The Musical (Southern Methodist University), and The Odyssey (Dallas Theatre Center-Public Works Dallas). IG: @thartsofthartopolis JASON GOEDKEN (Producer) has been the Operations Manager at The Sharon since its opening in 2015. Prior to his time in Florida, he spent the previous 11 years working in various theatres in NYC and Chicago. Jason helped found both The Sharon and The SigPro Studio and manages the staff from both venues. Although his work is mostly behind-the-scenes, he made a memorable acting debut in The SigPro Studio's Second Season as Harry in Company. LONNIE GOERTZ (Coordinator, FOH Operations) After touring for two decades as a prop person with national tours of Broadway musicals, Lonnie Goertz recently relocated to The Villages from Atlantic Beach, FL to be closer to her mom. A graduate of NYU, some of her credits include Dear Evan Hansen, Jersey Boys, Moulin Rouge, Fun Home, and The Lion King. When she’s not in the theater, Lonnie enjoys running, cooking, chatting about vegetables, and chasing lizards in the park with her dog. She’s looking forward to becoming a better line dancer and has a hard time saying no to coffee ice cream.
excited to start this new chapter with Significant Productions and cannot wait to help create incredible shows. KRISSI KUGLER (Graphic Designer) has been a graphic designer for over 20 years. From corporate and contract gigs to helping shape The Sharon, The SigPro Studio, and SigPro brands, she has done all facets of design. Originally from the Northeast (Go Birds!), she has called Florida home for over a decade, continuing to create and collaborate on a diverse range of projects and clients. KrissiKugler.com JESSE LANE (Web Specialist) With a B.S. in Psychology (University of Central Florida) and nearly five years of experience marketing arts and entertainment, Jesse enjoys blending creative design with clear communication to elevate the patron experience and help bring the arts to life in our local community. As an enthusiast for all things creative, her love for concerts and live performances naturally fuels her work behind the scenes. Off the clock, Jesse spends her time immersing in live music, playing action-adventure or simulation video games, and testing out new dishes in the kitchen. Her typical weekends include supporting local artists and businesses at markets, maintaining her vegetable garden, and relaxing at home with her husband and their well-loved pets.
RYAN LOECKEL (Company Manager & Music Supervisor) is an active musician, vocalist, and collaborative arts producer. Trained as a classical musician at Ohio State University, he is a descendant of the Max Aronoff line of violists through studies with Marcia Ferritto and studied chamber music with the Cavani String Quartet. Ryan has played in Principal positions under numerous notable conductors and composers and shared the stage with various artists including Josh Groban, Idina Menzel, Barry Manilow, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra in addition to making a MARIO GONZALEZ (Lighting Carnegie Hall debut in 2023. He has been seen and Designer) is thrilled to be working heard on SigPro stages in over 450 performances and with Significant Productions. He grad- served as Assistant Music Director, Cover Conductor, or uated in 2025 from the University of Music Supervisor for 9 to 5, Assassins, The 25th Annual Florida with his MFA in Lighting Putnam County Spelling Bee, Cabaret, Little Shop of Design, where he designed multiple Horrors, Pippin, ILYYPNC, and Next to Normal. Ryan is shows including Macbeth, Blood at Artistic Director of an annual summer concert series in the Root, and Pipeline. He also has a BFA in Musical conjunction with the Chicago Park District. As well, he Theatre from the University of Tampa. He's incredibly produces A Quiet Christmas each year in The Villages
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as long as she can remember, and is happy to be able to express that love in the workshop!
ASHLEY DEL VAL-ORTIZ (Shop Swing) is an all-around creative. They came from a backALISON MADISON (Associate Technical Director) Originally from ground of video game design and development with a passion for the Hudson Valley area in NY. Alison graduated with her AAS from costuming eventually finding their Genesee Community College in techway into the ever-fascinating enternical theater and BA in theater from tainment world. Throughout their personal and profesUNLV with a concentration in sional journey, they've become proficient in all manner carpentry and technical direction. She has interned with of skills from design, production, logistics, and more. Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, MA, and worked at Their previous experience spans that of The Walt Disney UFPA as head carpenter. She loves building spaces for Company, Universal Studios Orlando, and Tuacahn imaginary people for The Villages audience to enjoy! Center for the Arts. This South Florida-born artist aims to Thank you to my husband. You are my rock! Shout out to continue learning and growing everywhere they go, theater gremlins, please stop taking my tools. excited to share that opportunity with the other brilliant minds behind and on-stage at The SigPro Studio. ALYSSA MARRERO (Sound SAVANNAH ROSE PARKER Designer) is a Sound Designer and Technician currently based in (Senior Coordinator, FOH OperaOrlando, FL. She holds a BFA in tions) is excited to be part of SignifiTheatre Design and Technology from c a n t Pro d u c t i o n ' s H o u s e the University of Central Florida. This Management Team. She comes with is Alyssa's first show with The SigPro 15 years of experience in the Studio. Some of her favorite credits include: Lilly and the customer service industry and is very Pirates (Sound Designer) and Go, Dog. Go! Ve, Perro. Ve! much looking forward to using her skills to enhance the (Sound Designer) at Orlando Family Stage; Cabaret (A1) experiences of patrons at The SigPro Studio. Prior to at Orlando Shakes; The Heart (Assistant Sound Designer) joining the theatre industry, she honed her hospitality at Roundabout Theatre Company; and Mean Girls (Asso- skills at several companies, her favorite of which were ciate Sound Designer) at City Springs Theatre Company. the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis, NC and the World She was also the 2025 Sound Design Fellow for the Alicia Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL. Savannah prides herself Keys musical Hell's Kitchen First National Tour. Alyssa on displaying strong attention to detail and infusing would like to thank everyone at The SigPro Studio for this positivity into her workplace. In her personal time, she enjoys baking, traveling, and antiquing. She can't wait opportunity. to see you at the theatre! ELIZABETH MCDERMOTT (Deck Stage Manager) Theatre UCF: NICOLAS RAFFENAUD One Man, Two Guvnors (Production (Swing Stage Manager) holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts from the University of Stage Manager) Fiddler on the Roof (Assistant Stage Manager) Halifax South Florida. There, he worked on Repertory Theatre: 1776 (Production shows such as Ride the Cyclone, Little Stage Manager). Elizabeth has a BFA Women, As You Like It, and 9 to 5. in Stage Management from the University of Central Most recently he served as the AssisFlorida. She wants to thank her family and friends for all tant Stage Manager for the world premiere of The Boy their support! Who Loved Batman in Tampa, FL. Other Credits include The Drowsy Chaperone, Fiddler on the Roof, and The VERNA M C I N T Y R E Wizard of Oz (Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre). (Carpenter) was born and raised here in sunny central Florida and is excited at the opportunity to present important and culturally relevant theater to her home community. She's been with The SigPro Studio since 2023 but has been a lover of the performing arts
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DIO RAQUEL JR. (Lighting Technician) hails from Honolulu, HI sharing his Aloha to various areas of the country through Theatrical Lighting. He currently holds his Theatre Performance Certificate from Del Sol Academy of the Performing Arts (Las Vegas, NV) and his B.F.A. Theatre Studies in Lighting, Arts Leadership, and Musical Theatre from Nebraska Wesleyan University (Lincoln, NE). He had the privilege to design new works such as Not Too Far Distant by Becky Boesen, Umbra by K. Evans, and the recent world premiere of Paris Crayton III’s Only Some of God’s Children or Mississippi Magnolias. He also designed iconic works from Anton Chekhov’s Three Sisters, Diana Son’s Stop Kiss, and Michael McKeever’s Suite Surrender. He currently serves as an Associate Lighting Supervisor/ Lighting Technician for Significant Productions, continuing to innovate and develop lighting to be known as a character in various stories.
LYNDSEY SHORE (Development and Customer Support Coordinator) is based in The Villages, FL, and recently earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre from the University of West Florida. She has experience both onstage and behind the scenes, including work in box office operations, social media marketing, community outreach, and guest engagement with organizations such as Walt Disney World and Cedar Point. During her college career, Lyndsey worked with both regional and community theatres and performed with Prairie Repertory Theatre in the Ensemble of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Lyndsey is passionate about storytelling and creating meaningful experiences for audiences. She is grateful to be part of this community and thanks her family and friends for their endless love and support.
ALEC SPEERS (Manager, FOH Operations) has a long history of working with theatre productions. NATAZSA ROBY-SMITH After over a decade of working on (Manager of Box Office & Sales) is a patron experience and performing and around the stage, he feels most arts professional with more than 15 at home in the theatre and is very years of experience in customer proud to be Significant Production's service, box office operations, and House Manager. Favorite credits include Dr. Horrible’s audience engagement. She joins Sing-Along-Blog (Colorado, 2012), La Traviata and La Significant Productions after five years with Orlando Boheme (Germany, 2017), and Ada and the Engine (The Family Stage, where she most recently served as Director SigPro Studio, 2021). Alec also has experience in set of Patron Engagement. A University of Central Florida building, stage managing, and directing. He holds two theatre alumna, Natazsa began her box office career degrees in Theatre Studies and Music from the Univerwhile attending UCF and also spent 12 years with Walt sity of Northern Colorado. It is always a privilege to work Disney World, where creating memorable guest experi- in the industry that you love, so Alec would like to thank ences became a cornerstone of her approach to service. The SigPro Studio family, Significant Productions, and Her experience includes team leadership, accessibility his own immensely supportive family for everything initiatives, ticketing operations, and creating welcoming they do. experiences for audiences of all ages. Natazsa is excited COLLIN STIVENDER (Audiovito bring her experience closer to home and serve her sual Supervisor) is an audio engilocal community. neer and sound designer with a EMILY RODRIGUEZ (Backstage Bachelor of Science in Recording Arts Crew) is elated to be joining the from Full Sail University. His work spans live theatre, film, and music theatre after spending some time in the parks around central Florida production, specializing in dialogue specializing in effects, lighting, and clarity, immersive soundscapes, and clean, musical stage operations. Now stepping back mixes. In the studio, Collin engineers and edits vocals, into theatre, they are thankful for the builds layered effects, and delivers broadcast-ready opportunity to learn more, sharpen crafts, being able to masters. Recent projects include post-production editing, work with extremely talented artist and most impor- Foley capture, and location sound for independent tantly helping productions come to life from behind the shorts, as well as system tuning for live events. He is scenes. Sometimes the journey back is just as mean- committed to elevating narratives through sound. Grateful to family, mentors, and colleagues for their ingful as the journey moving forward. support.
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YASMEEN STOGDEN (Senior Manager, Patron Services) has professionally supported the arts in our community since 2015. Having worked, performed, and supported the arts since she was 8 years old, she has grown passionate about keeping the arts alive and active. Yasmeen was a professional flutist, competitive conductor, has launched Music Arts Society chapters, and founded a Collegiate Marching Band Program. Yasmeen has been involved and graduated from many leadership and organizational development programs, including Panhellenic Sorority, NCAA athletics, National Camp School, and spent years as a Director and Ambassador of The Villages. To this day, she stands by the training and leadership gained within music and performing arts programs. She is set to ignite the passion and purpose in others to support the arts.
MADISON YOUNGBLOOD (Production Stage Manager) was born and raised in the Central Florida area and has been a member of the resident stage management team at The SigPro Studio since season 6. With more than a dozen years of stage management experience, Madison has lived and worked in Central Florida, Philadelphia, and New York. Some of her favorite credits at The SigPro Studio include Urinetown, Cabaret, Exit Laughing, Pippin, and I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. Madison worked as an intern with WICKED on Broadway and has stage managed for the Arts for Autism Broadway Concerts and the Broadway Green Alliance. She graduated from the University of the Arts with a BFA in Directing, Playwriting, and Production.
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L I G HTI NG
Fat Man......................................................... Paul Vogt*
Lighting Designer................................. Mario Gonzalez
Understudy for Fat Man........................Jordan Gregson
Lighting Technician.................................Dio Raquel Jr.
Winnie........................................... Melissa Whitworth*
D IRECTION
Projections Designer................François-Pierre Couture
AUDI O / VI S UA L
Director.................................................... Dimitri Toscas Sound Designer .....................................Alyssa Marrero Audiovisual Supervisor ........................Collin Stivender
P ROD UCT ION Founder & Producer...............................Jason Goedken
PR O PS
Founder & Artistic Consultant.................. Whitney Morse Props Designer, Set Dressing............Joshua E. Gallagher Artistic Director......................................... Angel Creeks
Director of Operations..................................Jon Cronin
HOUSE MANA G E ME NT
Director of People, Projects & Culture........Leslie Becker
Manager, FOH Operations........................... Alec Speers
Senior Manager, Technical Operations..... Clayton Becker
Coordinator, FOH Operations...................... Tina Carroll
Production Manager, Resident Productions..........................Stephanie Elliott
Senior Coordinator, FOH Operations..........................Savannah Rose Parker
Associate Technical Director.................. Alison Madison Coordinator, FOH Operations.................. Lonnie Goertz Company Manager & Music Supervisor....Ryan Loeckel Literary & Casting Associate..................Jordan Gregson
BO X O FFI CE
Production Stage Manager..........Madison Youngblood Senior Manager, Patron Services...... Yasmeen Stogden Deck Stage Manager................... Elizabeth McDermott Manager of Box Office & Sales...... Natazsa Roby-Smith Swing Stage Manager...................... Nicolas Raffenaud Backstage Crew...................................Emily Rodriguez
Development & Customer Support Coordinator............................... Lyndsey Shore
SCENIC Set Designer, Scenic Artist............. Joshua E. Gallagher Carpentry............. Antonio Campagna, Verna McIntyre
MAR K E TI N G Marketing Director...................... Monica Berdecio, MA
Marketing Account Manager..................... Erika Nelson
Digital Marketing Coordinator...........Natalie Bollinger Graphic Designer....................................... Krissi Kugler
Web Specialist.............................................. Jesse Lane
Shop Swing....................................Ashley Del Val-Ortiz Featured Art..............................François-Pierre Couture
COSTUMES Costume Designer & Costume Shop Supervisor...................Cory H. Garrett
Stitcher................................................. Amy Fenderson Shop Swing....................................Ashley Del Val-Ortiz
*Member of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers, appearing under a special agreement with Actors' Equity Association.
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