We are excited to announce our second season at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol. We have selected four scripts that share a common theme of commitment. These four stories examine the many forms commitment takes in our lives—be it romantic, artistic, career oriented, or a religious commitment. We will look deeply at the confines of commitment, as well as the freedom that real commitment can bring to you, to others, to religion, or a life goal. Often, when we ponder commitment we think of the sacrifices we must make to stay true to our choice, but perhaps the benefits of commitment can outweigh the sacrifices. This year at The Studio Theatre we ask you to wonder what will happen when you “Commit with Abandon: what will you gain by letting go?” —Whitney Morse, Artistic Director
ABOUT THE STUDIO THEATRE™: Tierra del Sol was formerly a Country Club with performances as a backdrop to the outstanding food and impeccable golf course views. It has since transitioned, bringing the performances to the forefront by evolving into a new Black Box Theatre. The Studio Theatre™ is now a flexible theatre with ninety-nine seats and options for Thrust, Round, or Proscenium style seating. The Studio Theatre at Tierra del Sol's season runs from November to April each year with four productions running approximately 100 total performances. The Studio Theatre is an extension of The Sharon® L. Morse Performing Arts Center, located in The Spanish Springs Town Square®, in The Villages® community. The Sharon is primarily a touring house hosting a variety of artistic disciplines ranging from concerts and comedians to dance, musicals, and operas. The Sharon seats just over 1,000 guests in a multi-level theater offering state of the art audio, visual, and theatrical rigging systems to create an entertainment experience second to none. The Studio Theatre is led by Producer Jason Goedken and Artistic Director Whitney Morse. Trevin Cooper serves as Resident Director, with Technical Director, Jeff Wisniewski; Set Designer, Kenneth Constant; Lighting Designer, Weston Corey; Production Manager, Danielle Paccione, House Manager, Grace Petty and Gary Powell as Resident Music Director. #TheStudioTheatreTDS #RED
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RED by John Logan RED is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York. RED premiered at the Donmar Warehouse Theatre, London on December 3, 2009, Michael Grandage, Artistic Director. Original Broadway Production Produced by Arielle Tepper Madover, Stephanie P. McClelland, Matthew Byam Shaw, Neal Street Productions, Fox Theatricals, Ruth Hendel/Barbara Whitman, Philip Hagemann/Murray Rosenthal and The Donmar Warehouse. Likenesses of the Rothko Seagram Mural Panels used with permission. ©1998 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.
Produced by Jason Goedken Artistic Director Whitney Morse
Director Trevin Cooper
Set Designer Kenneth Constant
Production Manager Danielle Paccione
Technical Director Jeff Wisniewski
Sound Design Bobbie Bell
Lighting Designer Weston Corey
Costume Designer Rich Najuch
Scenic Artist Sam Ehrnman
Stage Manager Abigale Bobb
House Manager Grace Petty
Company Manager Autumn Encarnacion
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RED Bleed for your art. Famed abstract expressionist painter Mark Rothko asks his recently hired young assistant, Ken, the loaded question, "What do you see?" John Logan's visceral twohander, Red, features artist Mark Rothko at the height of his career. Set in 1950s lower Manhattan, this biographical play illustrates Rothko's struggle as he lands the biggest commission in the history of modern art, a series of murals for New York's famed Four Seasons Restaurant. When Ken begins to challenge Rothko, he faces the agonizing possibility that his crowning achievement could also become his undoing. This six time Tony Award winning play takes a compelling look at the ever-changing relationship between an artist and his creations.
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES: The Studio Theatre™ Tierra del Sol in association with Aurora Nova Productions and Boat Rocker Entertainment presents
Tell Me On A Sunday
By Nassim Soleimanpour
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber Lyrics by Don Black
White Rabbit Red Rabbit was originally produced by Volcano Theatre in association with Necessary Angel and Wolfgang Hoffmann. Dramaturgy by Daniel Brooks and Ross Manson
Tell Me On A Sunday is presented by arrangement with The Musical Company, LP.
WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT APRIL 29TH - Whitney Morse MAY 6TH - Lon Ward Abrams MAY 13TH - Meghan Moroney
TELL ME ON A SUNDAY APRIL 30th - MAY 13th
SEASON 3 SUBSCRIPTIONS: May 1st July 9th July 10th July 24th Aug 7th
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CAST JOHN LOMBARDI* (Rothko) is delighted to be part of RED at The StudioTheatre. Tampa Bay area performances include Gaston in An Empty Plate…… and Herr Shultz in Cabaret (freeFall Theatre), both Theatre Tampa Bay Award nominations for outstanding featured actor. Besides many other freeFall productions, John has performed at Asolo Rep, American Stage, Florida Rep and The Jaeb Theatre. In addition to many regional and off-Broadway credits, John is a member of the New Jersey Repertory Company. He received his BA in theatre from Roger Williams University and his MA in theatre from Monclair State University. John is a proud member of Actors’ Equity. COLTON BUTCHER (Ken) is excited to be making his first appearance on The Studio Theatre stage. Colton has recently been seen in Saint Joan (Jeremy Seghers Presents). He had the fortune of understudying in The Great Gatsby and Love’s Labour’s Lost (Orlando Shakespeare Theatre). He also had the pleasure of working with this show’s director, Trevin Cooper, in Lend Me a Tenor (Athen’s Theatre). Colton earned his BFA in Acting at The University of Central Florida in 2016. He had a successful run at UCF with roles in Writes of Spring, The Foreigner, Trevor, and The Understudy. He’s been training over the last few years with the Society of American Fight Directors and has earned certifications in multiple weapon styles. Colton would like to thank his friends and family for their constant, unwavering support. Follow his upcoming roles and events at www.coltonbutcher.com. LON WARD ABRAMS (US/Rothko) has been performing professionally for most of his adult life. He was thrilled to be a part of The Studio Theatre's opening season, playing Robert in their multi award nominated production of Proof. He has received a Broadway World "Best Actor" nomination for that performance. Favorite roles include Elyot in Private Lives, Levinsky in Nuts, Matt in Talley's Folly, Max and Saunders in Lend Me A Tenor and Henry in The Lion In Winter, all at Stage Door Theatre in Coral Springs. Huge thanks to Trevin Cooper who opened this door to me and wife Boon who continues to make it all worthwhile.
*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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CAST DAVID PAUL ROWAN (US/Ken) is excited to work with The Studio Theatre again. He was seen this season in productions of Bad Jews and Company. David attended the University of North Florida where he received his Bachelors of Music Education concentrating in violin and voice. He served as the choir and theatre director for The Villages High School for the past three years. He has had the opportunity of performing in the choir for Star Wars in Concert with the Royal Philharmonic and sang on stage with Patti Lupone at the Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center. His past roles include Lt. Cable in South Pacific and Freddy in My Fair Lady. David would like to thank his family and friends for their unwavering support. JOHN LOGAN (Author) received the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critic Circle and Drama League awards for his play RED. This play premiered at the Donmar Warehouse in London and at the Golden Theatre on Broadway. He is the author of more than a dozen other plays including NEVER THE SINNER and HAUPTMANN. His adaptation of Ibsen’s THE MASTER BUILDER premiered on the West End in 2003. As a screenwriter, Logan had three movies released in 2011: HUGO, CORIOLANUS and RANGO. Previous film work includes SWEENEY TODD (Golden Globe award); THE AVIATOR (Oscar, Golden Globe, BAFTA and WGA nominations); GLADIATOR (Oscar, Golden Globe, BAFTA and WGA nominations); THE LAST SAMURAI; ANY GIVEN SUNDAY, and RKO 281 (WGA award, Emmy nomination). ACTORS' EQUITY ASSOCIATION, founded in 1913, is the U.S. labor union that represents more than 50,000 professional actors and stage managers. Equity endeavors to advance the careers of its members by negotiating wages and working conditions, and providing a wide range of benefits, including health and pension. Member: AFL-CIO, FIA. #EquityWorks
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DIRECTOR TREVIN COOPER (Director) serves as the Director of Education for the Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center and Resident Director for The Studio Theatre at Tierra del Sol. Previous directing credits include: Bad Jews, Songs for a New World, Proof, The Last Five Years, Private Lives, Lend Me a Tenor, The Miracle Worker, The 39 Steps, The American Plan, Art, Always…Patsy Cline, and 9/11: We Will Forget, voted one of the top 10 plays of the 2012 Orlando Fringe Festival. He holds an M.F.A from The University of Central Florida, an M.A. from The University of Oklahoma, and a B.A. from Rollins College.
CAST Rothko................................................................ John Lombardi* Ken...................................................................... Colton Butcher US/Rothko.......................................................Lon Ward Abrams US/Ken........................................................... David Paul Rowan DESIGNERS Set Design........................................................Kenneth Constant Lighting Design..................................................... Weston Corey Assistant Lighting Design...................................... Mike Giovinco Sound Design............................................................. Bobbie Bell Costume Design........................................................Rich Najuch PRODUCTION TEAM Production Manager..........................................Danielle Paccione Technical Director.................................................Jeff Wisniewski Stage Manager..........................................................Abigale Bobb Assistant Stage Manager/PA..................................... Amber Sacks House Manager...........................................................Grace Petty Company Manager...................................... Autumn Encarnacion Assistant Company Manager..................................... Layna Sasser Scenic Artist........................................................... Sam Ehrnman SPECIAL THANKS The Villages® Marketing Tierra del Sol Bar & Grill City Furniture for providing The Studio Theatre with all the furniture for this season’s productions.
*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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Tell Me On A Sunday
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber Lyrics by Don Black Tell Me On A Sunday is presented by arrangement with The Musical Company, LP.
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