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CREATIVE AND CREW Director Paul Pagano

Music Director Lori Barrett-Pagano

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Artistic Director’s Note Every season is magical but this season brings some really special productions that are close to my heart.

We begin our season with The Wizard of Oz which is my all-time favorite childhood classic. I was honored to play Dorothy as a senior in high school, and that experience left a lasting mark on my heart. I still have a full collection of Oz memorabilia. Beyond the nostalgia, it’s the story’s message that continues to resonate for me. No matter where life takes you, you can always find your people, your chosen family, and still stay connected to where you began. Also, GCPA is built around the pillars our four friends are seeking. We’re a community built on compassion, strength, and inquisitiveness, reminding each other that “there’s no place like home.”

From Oz’s timeless journey, we jump into the high-energy world of Grease. This one also holds a special place in my story as I’ve played Jan three times, the most memorable being where I met my husband and my core, life-long friend group. (Shout out to the Shawnees!) It’s a classic, and while some of its themes reflect a different era, at its core Grease is about young people figuring out who they are, how they fit in, and how to stay true to themselves in the process. That exploration is exactly what makes working with young artists so inspiring. They’re right in the middle of that same journey, discovering who they want to be both onstage and off.

Next up, we return to Frozen Kids and this one feels like a celebration. This is our firstever official repeat of a production. We first staged Frozen in 2021, just as we were finding our way back after COVID. It was a masked, limited performance, but it carried so much joy and healing at a time we needed it most. Bringing it back now for ages 6 11, along with Frozen Jr. for ages 11 - 16, gives us the chance to revisit that story of love, bravery, and sisterhood - this time, without barriers. For many of our students, Frozen is their “Oz,” and I can’t wait to see new performers find their voices in Arendelle with this registration-based production.

For our audition-based programs, we have a first! Our middle group will tackle a fulllength production of The Lightning Thief. This will be for ages 11–16 and gives this group a bigger stage and a bigger challenge. Very similar to Oz, The Lightning Thief follows a young person on an epic journey of self-realization along with loyal companions and a lot of magic. I’m excited to watch our young artists rise to the occasion.

And then there’s Rent. This one has been on our “dream show” list for years - and for good reason. It’s Executive Director Paul Pagano’s all-time favorite, and one that has shaped countless performers and theatre lovers alike. Rent is a rock musical that follows a group of young artists and friends in New York City as they navigate love, friendship, and the challenges of life and creativity while confronting the impact of the AIDS epidemic. Because of its mature themes, we extended the age range to 16–20, allowing older performers to take on material that pushes them artistically and emotionally.

Across every show this season, whether we’re skipping down the yellow brick road, dancing through Rydell High, or standing on the rooftops of New York, our performers are learning to take risks, tell stories, and find their people. As an artistic team, we’re constantly amazed by their growth, courage, and their ability to find joy in the work.

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Director's Note About once a decade a show opens on Broadway and redefines what a musical can be. In 1996, Rent was that musical. It had been over two decades since a rock musical captured the audience's attention, and it came at a time when Broadway was struggling mightily. Broadway needed a shot of adrenaline, the future of musical theatre. Jonathan Larson delivered that shot.

Let me address a common debate regarding Rent - no, it is not a perfect musical (although to Rentheads like me, it feels perfect). Even Jonathan knew that, but the clock was ticking closer and closer to the first preview performance and he decided he would make necessary changes throughout previews (as is common for a new musical). But that work would never come to be as Jonathan passed away from an aortic dissection in the early morning hours of January 26, 1996, the day Rent was to have its first preview at New York Theatre Workshop (NYTW) offBroadway. (Side note: Jonathan had gone to two different emergency rooms in the days preceding his passing, Jan 21 and 23, only to be misdiagnosed. Both hospitals were later fined by the State of New York saying that Jonathan’s death was preventable.)

During previews at NYTW, director, Michael Greif, and lead producer, Jeffrey Seller, knew some changes needed to be made but didn’t want to tinker too much because Jonathan was no longer there to express his point of view. So, Michael Greif decided to argue Jonathan’s points as well as his own for the changes that still needed to be made. One change I know was made involves Maureen’s performance, “Over The Moon.” Jonathan really wanted to depict the riot in the lot after the performance by having the ensemble ‘riot’ on stage. Michael and Jeffrey felt it was gratuitous and would detract from the throughline of the story. Where they landed gave Jonathan (a semblance of) what he wanted by turning the audience into the rioters. So when Maureen asks the audience to “moo with [her],” that was Michael giving Jonathan his riot, but it didn’t just fill the stage, it filled the entire theatre.

How did Rent revolutionize Broadway? Representation. Prior to Rent, you were hard pressed to find a show on Broadway with a diverse cast of characters that were simply humans. Taye Diggs shared in an interview that on Broadway “you’re playing a black guy in a play, and you’re a Black Guy. It’s about black issues. But [Rent], literally, is just about people.” To be fully accurate to this part of Rent’s history, the casting team didn’t initially, intentionally seek the type of diversity they ultimately found; they were simply looking for the right people. In 1996 they learned something we can clearly articulate in 2026 - “the right people” is always a diverse group of people.

I could fill this program geeking out over all the little nuggets and facts and stories I’ve learned over the last 30 years about Rent, but since we have bills to pay (and, yes, we do pay our rent), I’ll leave that space for the business and tribute ads. I will, however, weave some in as I talk about our process for producing Rent.

Much of the process was informed by the fact that I’m deep into Rent lore.

Jonathan loved his community of friends and would have “Peasant Feasts” during the holidays every year which was a pot luck meal where two dozen of his friends would pack into his tiny apartment and enjoy time together. Jonathan hosted a Peasant Feast for the cast of Rent the night before the first rehearsal to build community among the actors.

Director's Note We hosted a Peasant Feast for our cast and youth creative team the night before our first rehearsal (where I contributed pasta with meatless balls - iykyk). At the first rehearsal, Jonathan started with learning Seasons of Love because he said that Rent “isn’t about how long you’re here but what you do while you’re here.” Seasons of Love asks us how we measure our time on earth, and it offered a suggestion…to measure in love. We started our first rehearsal by learning Seasons of Love as well.

My biggest challenge during this process was to not replicate what I have burned on my brain - Michael Greif’s original blocking. That was hard because I’m deeply, emotionally connected to this show. The message “no day but today” rang in my ears and provided courage to take action in my life that ultimately led me to where I am today…(listed in order of the dominoes) my degree, my best friend and spouse, Lori, my career, my kids, Xavier and Kalia, and GCPA. Are there things that fellow Rentheads will recognize from Greif’s blocking, yes. But there are so many other moments in the story that are uniquely mine, and so many more that are uniquely the cast’s and my assistant director, Mike’s. They embraced Jonathan’s example of the strength of community and worked together to create and explore every moment to make the stories of these characters crackle with life.

I don’t normally do ‘thank yous’ in my director’s notes, but this production is just different. Cast and crew, thank you for bringing your whole selves to the process.

This production is what it is because of you. You will forever be “my Rent.” Erica (intimacy coordinator) and Courtney (trauma informed therapist), thank you for helping guide the cast through this process safely and aiding in our quest to teach young actors how to advocate for their physical and mental safety and wellbeing.

Mike, my assistant director and dramaturg, thank you for channeling Jonathan Larson’s love of questions and asking them as it challenged me to expand my thinking of the story and opened new doors to the storytelling. Sophia (video production), thank you for taking my call and accepting my request to produce the video in June (after I said to myself, “shit, I don’t know how to film and edit and I need someone quick!). You brought your storytelling eye and produced a film that beautifully captures the life and love that is Rent. Lawrence, had I had the chance to direct Rent a decade ago, you would have been my Angel. We talked about the show then, and we’ve been talking about the show ever since. I’m thrilled that you were able to come back from Chicago to work on this with me as it wouldn’t have felt right without you in the room. Thank you for guiding the ship as our stage manager. Stephanie, thank you for finally saying yes to my incessant pestering to produce my favorite show, and for your incredible choreographic vision. I’m in awe at how your brain creates movement, and I’m honored to call you an artistic partner and friend. Lori, thank you for being brilliant…as a music director, as a spouse, as a friend. Rent put me on the path to meet you, and I couldn’t imagine directing it without you by my side (and you were literally by my side as we sat next to one another at rehearsals). I love you.

No day but today.

Paul Pagano Director

Musical Numbers ACT I Tune Up A.................................................................................................................Mark, Roger Voice Mail #1.............................................................................................................Mrs. Cohen Tune Up B .....................................................................................Mark, Roger, Collins, Benny Christmas Bells...................................................................................................Homeless Man Rent ...................................................................................................................... The Company You Okay, Honey ................................................................................................. Angel, Collins One Song Glory................................................................................................................. Roger Light My Candle ..................................................................................................... Roger, Mimi Voice Mail #2............................................................................................. Mr. & Mrs. Jefferson Today 4 U .......................................................................................Angel, Mark, Roger, Collins You’ll See .......................................................................... Benny, Mark, Collins, Roger, Angel Tango Maureen ................................................................................................... Mark, Joanne Support Group .......................................................................... Paul, Gordon, The Company Out Tonight................................. ........................................................................................ Mimi Another Day......................... ........................................................ Roger, Mimi, The Company Will I?................................. ................................................................................... The Company On The Street....................................................................................................... The Company Santa Fe........................................................................................... Collins and The Company I’ll Cover You......................................................................................................... Angel, Collins We’re Okay ...................................................................................................................... Joanne Christmas Bells ................................................................................................... The Company Over The Moon............................................................................................................ Maureen La Vie Bohemme/I Should Tell You .................................................................. The Company ACT II Seasons of Love................................................................................................... The Company Happy New Year A.............................. Mimi, Roger, Mark, Maureen, Joanne,Collins, Angel Voice Mail #3.............................................................................................................Mrs. Cohen Voice Mail #4...........................................................................................................Alexi Darling Happy New Year B.................Mimi, Roger, Mark, Maureen, Joanne,Collins, Angel, Benny Take Me or Leave Me................................................................................... Maureen, Joanne Without You ........................................................................................................... Roger, Mimi Voice Mail #5 ......................................................................................................... Alexi Darling Contact................................................................................................................. The Company I’ll Cover You (Reprise).......................................................................... Collins, The Company Halloween............................................................................................................................ Mark Goodbye, Love................................... Mark, Mimi, Roger,Maureen, Joanne, Collins, Benny What You Own................................................................ Pastor, Collins, Benny, Mark, Roger Voice Mail #6............................Roger’s Mother, Mimi’s Mother, Mr. Jefferson, Mrs. Cohen Finale A................................................................................................................. The Company Your Eyes............................................................................................................................ Roger Finale B................................................................................................................. The Company GCPA’s production of RENT is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

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CAST Mark

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Mimi

Samira Gallagher Samira Gallagher

Maureen

Angel

Collins

Makai McClerking Makai McClerking

Christian Gray Christian Gray

Joanne

Kalia Pagano Kalia Pagano

Benny

Nadia Curtiss Nadia Curtiss

Alexi Darling & Alexi Others Others

Jay’Shawn McDaniel Jay’Shawn McDaniel

Gordon & Gordon Others Others

Paul & Others

Waiter & Others

Mrs. Jefferson & Others

Hailey Schoemehl Hailey Schoemehl

Mark’s Mom & Mark’s Others Others

Roger

Langston Casey Langston Casey

Joe Guzon Joe Guzon

Chloe Jennings* Chloe Jennings*

Dillon Steele Dillon Steele

Eddie Huelsebusch Eddie Huelsebusch

Saliyah Harris Saliyah Harris

Roger’s Mom & Roger’s Others Others

Mr. Jefferson & Others

Mimi’s Mom & Others

Blanket Person & Others

Marchesa Dolton* Marchesa Dolton*

Annalisa Segura Annalisa Segura

Myles Thompson Myles Thompson

Martha Poppen* Martha Poppen*

Understudies Mark -- Eddie Mark Eddie Huelsebusch Huelsebusch Maureen Maureen -- Chloe Chloe Jennings, Jennings, Mimi-Annalisa Segura Mimi-Annalisa Segura Angel/Collins-Myles Angel/Collins-Myles Thompson Thompson Joanne -- Marchesa Joanne Marchesa Dolton Dolton ** Denotes Denotes member member of of GCPA’s GCPA’s 25 25 -26 -26 CrAFT CrAFT Program Program

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Langston Casey

Parker Collier

Nadia Curtiss

Marchesa Dolton

Samira Gallagher

Christian Gray

Joe Guzon

Saliyah Harris

Eddie Huelsebusch

Chloe Jennings

Makai McClerking

Jay’Shawn McDaniel

Martha Poppen

Kalia Pagano

Hailey Schoemehl

Annalisa Segura

Dillon Steele

Myles Thompson

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Who's Who Youth Creative Team

Mike Berube

Jeanine Davis

Liana Ebel

Mackenzie Michel

Finley Mohr

Nobily Forder

Band

Alerica Anderson

Mat Coble

Michael Frazier

Jason Eschhofen

Peter Gunn

Who's Who Langston Casey (Roger) is an actor based in St.Louis. A graduated student of Grand Center Arts Academy, and incoming freshman of the MT program at Carnegie Mellon University. Langston Casey has been involved in theater for 4 years. Notable credits include Coalhouse Walker Jr. in Ragtime at GCPA, William Barfeé in Spelling Bee at Fly North Theatricals and Orpheus in Hadestown:Teen Edition, at COCA. Roger has been a huge dream role for Langston for a very long time and he hopes that he can bring to life the story that Jonathan Larson once imagined.

Parker Collier (Mark) (He/Him) is so excited to be working with GCPA after 7 years as Mark in Rent! His past work includes Cliff in Cabaret (WGHS), Gordon in A New Brain (Frick Players), and Michael in Billy Elliot (COCA). He wants to thank his family and friends, as well as US Bank for having fast and reliable 24 customer service. @parkerdottorg Nadia Curtiss (Joanne) is excited to be involved in this production of Rent. Credits include: Anya in Anastasia (The Starling Company), Stepmother in Rodgers and Hammerstein Cinderella (COCA), and Milkmaid in Oliver (GCPA). Thank you, castmates and team for such an amazing experience.

Marchesa Dolton (Roger’s Mom & Others, u/s Joanne) a rising senior, is thrilled to be a part of this production. Credits include: Rizzo in Grease (GCPA), Kaylee in The Prom (GCPA), Ariel in Footloose Youth Edition (GCPA) and various other roles with GCPA, Arch City Theatre Troupe, Shooting Star Productions and Shrewsbury Youth Theatre.

Marchesa was a three-year and founding member of GCPA’s Show Starter performance troupe, and she is currently a member of GCPA’s CrAFT program. She studies voice with Katie Kopff and dance and acting at GCPA. Many thanks to the directors, creative team and cast for everything they poured into this iconic production.

Samira Gallagher (Mimi) has just graduated from Grand Center Arts Academy (GCAA) and is thrilled to have her first show with GCPA and take on her first leading role as Mimi in Rent. Recently, Samira appeared as Teen Anastasia in Anastasia with Fly North Theatrical and as Serena in Legally Blonde

with Ignite Theatre Company. She also studies with Dr. Phil Woodmore at COCA and was a member of Allegro Senior Company. Samira is honored to help tell the powerful story of Rent and hopes audiences enjoy the show as much as she has enjoyed being a part of it.

Christian Gray (Collins) (He/Him) is excited to be apart of the cast of Rent! Credits include: Javert in Les Miserables: School Edition, Stage Manager in Our Town, Cinderella’s father in Into The Woods (GCPA), Arvide Abernathy in Guys and Dolls, Ensemble of Little Women, Michael Kelly in Musical Comedy Murders of 1940. When not on stage, Christian studies voice with Jenny Rea and sings in his school’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble. He would like to thank his family and teachers for their never ending support through his journey.

Joe Guzon (Waiter & Others) is over the moon to be returning to the stage for his all-time favorite show after a two year hiatus! Joe is a multi-hyphenate artist based out of St. Louis and Ann Arbor, where he is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Theatre Arts degree and minor in Education at the University of Michigan with focuses in theatre education and dramaturgy. Among his many titles are: props designer, stage manager, director, educator, dramaturg, and administrator. Select credits include: Natasha, Pierre… 1812 (Dramaturg, UofM), Oklahoma! (Props Designer, GTC, UofM), Into The Woods (ASM, GCPA), Ragtime (Ensemble, GCPA), Frozen Kids/Jr. (Props Designer, GCPA). A massive thank you to the entire company of this show, healthcare professionals, friends and family. Go Blue and Viva La Vie Bohème!

Saliyah Harris (Mrs. Jefferson & Others), is thrilled to be making her debut with GCPA in Rent! Her passion for musical theatre began in middle school with her 6th-grade production of The Little Mermaid. Since then, Saliyah has enjoyed performing in various shows, including Bring It On and Something Rotten, among others. She has always loved creating music and writing stories, and she's grateful for the opportunity to learn from everyone involved in bringing this production to life. Saliyah looks forward to continuing to bring characters to the stage in future performances going forward.

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Who's Who Eddie Huelsebusch (Gordon & Others, u/s Mark), is ecstatic to be a part of the company of Rent! Past credits include Something Rotten (Nick Bottom), Peter and the Starcatcher (Peter), and Hello, Dolly!

(Ensemble). Eddie would like to thank the production team for this opportunity and his friends and family for supporting him. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Chloe Jennings (Mark’s Mom & Others, u/s Maureen), (She/Her) is incredibly thankful to help tell this incredible story! Select credits include: Caterpillar 2 in Alice By Heart (STAGES), Fate in Hadestown TE (Nerinx Hall), Youth Ensemble in Come From Away (MUNY), Emma Nolan in The Prom (GCPA).

When not on stage, Chloe enjoys the technical side of theater. She has recently supported GCPA in The Wizard of Oz as the Assistant Music Director. Chloe is a member of GCPA’s CrAFT College (Creating Artists Through Focused Training). She studies voice with Lori Barrett-Pagano and acting with Paul Pagano. Chloe would like to thank her friends, family, as well as the cast, crew, and creative team on Rent! Instagram: @chloe._.jenningsss Makai McClerking (Angel) aka your favorite soprano, is so happy to be here with you today. This will be their first lead role in a musical, Makai plans on becoming an art therapist and opening a wellness studio while doing musical theatre, wish them luck XoXo. Jay’Shawn McDaniel (Benny), a 2026 High School Graduate is honored to be portraying the principal role of Benjamin Coffin lll in Rent! Jay’Shawn is an on stage and on screen actor planning on taking his career to the fullest extent possible. “Many thanks to my family, friends, and cast mates!” if you want to say hello or follow his journey follow him at @alot_of_jayshawn on Instagram!

Martha Poppen (Blanket Person & Others), is a rising senior in highschool and is thrilled to be a part of GCPA’s Rent! Some of her credits include: “Crutchie” in GCPA’s Newsies, “Squidward” in GCPA’s SpongeBob the Musical, “Juliet” in WGHS’s Romeo + Juliet, and “Bobby Strong” in WGHS’s Urinetown. She will also be playing “Ocean” in WGHS’s Ride the Cyclone this September.

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She has choreographed many productions including SIX at WGHS,

Urinetown at WGHS, and Ride the Cyclone at WGHS (upcoming this September) Kalia Pagano (Maureen) just finished her Freshman year at Millikin University (BFA Musical Theatre) where she performed in Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder (Swing/OSS), Solstice Dance Concert, as well as her first film. This is her 24th show with GCPA! GCPA favorites include Into the Woods (Cinderella), Alice by Heart (Alice), The Prom (Angie), Ragtime (Evelyn). She has also performed locally with Take Two Productions, SLU, and Chaminade. At The Muny she has performed in Beauty & the Beast, Chess, and Joseph...Dreamcoat. She would like to thank GCPA and all of her amazing instructors over the years - she wouldn’t be where she is without them. So much love to Mom, Dad & Xavier!

Hailey Schoemehl (Alexi Darling & Others) is thrilled to be performing in GCPA’s Rent.

Recently she has performed in productions such as Carrie, Hadestown, Cinderella, Little Women, The Prom, and Ragtime. Most recently, She performed with GCPA in Grease! Hailey would like to thank her parents for always supporting her to follow her dreams, and would like to thank the amazing cast and crew at GCPA for making this possible.

Enjoy the show! @official_hailey_schoemehl Annalisa Segura (Mimi’s Mom & Others, u/s Mimi) is thrilled to make her debut with GCPA in Rent. Theater is a growing passion for Annalisa. She found deep connection within the show's themes; having recently lost a loved one to a terminal illness during the audition process. Working on this production has provided her with healing and hope amidst the grief. She sends her love and gratitude to everyone involved in the show. For MawMaw <3 Dillon Steele (Paul & Others) (They/Them) is excited to make their GCPA debut in Rent!

Previous recent credits include Reese/Ralph Werner (Working: the Musical) and Kyle/Others (Legally Blonde). When not on stage, Dillon enjoys voice-acting, D&D, and making pixel art. They would like their mom for her support and the Rent creative team for being such a welcoming presence.

Myles Thompson (Mr. Jefferson & Others, u/s Angel/Collins) (He/Him), a rising senior, is excited to be a part of his first production

Who's Who with GCPA, Rent! Credits include: Mr. Cladwell in Urinetown(WGHS), Mercutio in Romeo & Juliet(WGHS), Priest in A New Brain(WGHS), and Victor in Cabaret(WGHS).

He studies voice with Graeme Allen and also is a member of his high school’s A Cappella group. Myles will pursue his joy of musical theatre in college as he searches for the right BFA program. “I’m so excited for this opportunity and I’m very glad I have been able to meet all these new people!”

YOUTH CREATIVE TEAM Mike Berube (Asst. Director & Dramaturg) (he/him) is a rising high school senior, and he is beyond thrilled to have made his YCT debut at GCPA working as the Dramaturg and Assistant Director for Rent along with Paul Pagano. Mike has appeared on stage and behind the scenes in other GCPA productions, such as Sheldon in The Prom, Stage Crew for Into the Woods, and Sonny in Grease. This experience has been a journey of a learning experience for Mike, and he is incredibly grateful for the education this position has offered him.

Mike is extremely proud of and thankful for everyone in the cast, crew, creative team, and beyond involved in this production.

Nobily Forder (Assistant Stage Manager) is so excited to be apart of the youth creative team for Rent. Nobily has been seen many times behind the scenes on crew for GCPA. Shows like Ragtime, Alice by Heart, Into The Woods, and was also an assistant Stage manager for Wizard of Oz. Nobily is also highly involved in the clayton highschool tech crew. Thank you to this amazing team for this amazing experience.

Mackenzie Michel (Assistant Choreographer) is ecstatic to be a part of Rent this summer!

This is her first time being an assistant choreographer, however you may have seen her rolls such as, Cha Cha in Grease (GCPA), ensemble in The Prom (GCPA), and ensemble in Ragtime (GCPA). “I feel extremely lucky to be apart of such an amazing show with so many talented young artists”. Love to her friends and family!

Finley Mohr (Assistant Stage Manager) (she/her) is thrilled to be a part of this production of Rent! Favorite credits include: The Wizard of Oz (GCPA), Charley’s Aunt (Parkway South High School),

Ruthless! (Stray Dog Theatre), and School of Rock (GCPA). She would like to thank the cast, crew, and creative team for making this show such a wonderful experience!

Liana Ebel (Marketing Assistant) is so excited to be a Marketing Assistant! Most recently, Liana has performed in Anything Goes at Whitecliff Summer Playhouse and Shrek the Musical Jr. at GCPA. When Liana is not involved in theatre, she likes to juggle, play soccer, and make sandwiches at P’sghetti’s.

Jeanine Davis (Marketing Team) is so excited to be on the Youth Creative Team for Rent! She has marketed for her high school’s production of The Importance of Being Earnest and has been in her school’s yearbook staff for two years. Along with marketing for shows, she’s acted in many including: Little Women, Little Shop of Horrors, Godspell, Back to the 80’s (all Lutheran South), and Ragtime (GCPA). Her crew credits include: Into the Woods, The Prom, and Grease (all GCPA). “Even though I cannot be there for the days of the show, I wish every cast and crew member amazing runs! I’m cheering you on from D.C.!”

CREATIVE TEAM Paul Pagano (Director and Executive Director) (he/him), a native of St. Louis, received his BA in Drama from Washington University and Masters in Theatre Education from Fontbonne University. As a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association since 2001, Paul has had the opportunity to work with the Guthrie Theatre, Utah Shakespeare Festival, Children’s Theatre Company, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, Hey City Theatre, the MUNY, STAGES St. Louis, HotCity Theatre, and many others. As a director and fight choreographer, in addition to 30+ productions at GCPA, credits include the MUNY, Washington University, Fontbonne University, Missouri All-State Theatre, and Kirkwood Theatre Guild. As an instructor, Paul has taught at GCPA, COCA, St. Louis University High School, and STAGES Performing Arts Academy. Love to wife, Lori, and kids, Xavier and Kalia!

Lori Barrett-Pagano (Music Director & Managing Director) (she/her) is a CoFounder of GCPA.

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Who's Who She earned her Master of Music in Vocal Performance from Washington University in St. Louis. She has been teaching voice for over 25 years – currently as an adjunct voice faculty at St. Louis University, as well as voice and classes at GCPA. She is a proud member of Actors’ Equity. Professionally, Lori has performed with The MUNY, STAGES St. Louis, Union Avenue Opera, Echo Theatre, Spotlight Theatre, MainStage Musicals and SIUE Summer Showbiz. Regional credits include The Minnesota Opera, North Star Opera, Minneapolis Musical Theatre, Theatre in the Round, and The Gilbert & Sullivan Very Light Opera Company. Lori is proud of the hard work and dedication of this amazing cast! Thanks to my wonderful band members! Much Love to Paul, Xavier, and Kalia.

Stephanie Fox (Choreographer and Artistic Director, Props) (she/her) is originally from Oklahoma and graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Music: Music Theatre and continued her studies independently in New York. A proud member of Actors’ Equity (Stephanie Long) she has performed regionally, on National tour and in New York.

In St. Louis, Stephanie has taught at COCA, STAGES, and choreographed for Chaminade College Prep along with numerous professional choreography credits. This one’s for my mom - who didn’t like Rent. But took me to see It twice. And could have been the Inspiration for “For mummy’s sake kitten, no Doc Martens this time.”

Lawrence Jaquan (Stage Manager) (Any/All) is a St. Louis native multidisciplinary artist, now residing in Chicago. Lawrence's experience in theatre & dance has varied in scope, serving as; Stage Manager for 9 musicals with Gateway Center for Performing Arts, Assistant Stage Manager for Rebels & Misfits' Macbeth, Stage Management Apprentice for Goodman Theatre (2024-25), Teaching Artist in Dance at Yes Honey Studio & St. Louis Dancing Classrooms. Lawrence has also been Frank/Dance Captain in Stray Dog Theatre's Dreamgirls, & is also the recipient of an Arts for Life Best Achievement in Choreography award for their work on Bare: A Pop Opera.

Courtney Loosemore (Mental Health Coach) is a St. Louis based trauma therapist who is excited to be working on her second production with GCPA. Along with seeing

ndividual clients, she is also the founder of BeWellActWell (www.bewellactwell.com), an organization that supports the mental health of performing artists, empowering them to tell important stories in genuine and healthy ways.

Fin Clark (Sound Design) Fin Clark is absolutely thrilled to be back for GCPA’s production of Rent! Some of his technical credits include James and the Giant Peach, Godspell, Little Women, and Little Shop of Horrors with LuSo OnStage, as well as The Wizard of Oz, The Jungle Book, Annie, and Frozen with GCPA. Outside the theatre, Fin spends his time as a studio engineer, composer, producer, filmmaker, A&R for indie label Circumference Records, and live and studio musician—most notably as a finalist in The Fabulous Fox’s St. Louis Teen Talent Competition as a member of the Rush cover band Hurry. This fall, he will continue his education through Webster University and WashU’s dual-degree program in Audio Engineering and Electrical Engineering. “Many thanks and love to my family, colleagues, and my lovely Aria!”

Laura Skroska (Props Design) is excited to work on Rent after discussing the show with Paul for 9 years and storing the pay phone for 5 years. Recent credits include Scenic Design for COCA’s Cinderella and Hadestown, which received an AFL Best Performance Award for Best Set Design in a Youth Musical; Assistant Scenic Designer for NJT’s Cabaret, which received a Theatre Circle Award for Outstanding Set Design in a Musical; and Scenic Design for Union Avenue’s L’elisir d’amore. Laura studied technical theatre at Northwestern University and SIU-Edwardsville and received an MFA in Painting from Fontbonne University. Laura is the Technical Director for New Jewish Theatre and Props Master for Winter Opera St. Louis, In addition to theatre, Laura works with Tech 12 producing virtual and hybrid events around the world. Much love to Phil and Ted for their unwavering support.

Sophia Creach (Video Production) (She/Her) is a proud GCPA alum and a rising sophomore at DePaul University majoring in film and television with a concentration in directing and a minor in screenwriting.

Sophia is so happy to have had the opportunity to contribute to this incredible production and work with the lovely GCPA team again! Sophia, as always, sends all her

September 19 at 1pm Come see the first performance of the 2026-2027 season!

Who's Who love to her friends, family, and GCPA community for their support.

A. Merkt (Technical Director) (They/Them) is heading into their final year at Webster University's Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts for Technical Direction and Scenic Design.

Some of their previous projects have been as TD on Webster's The Rover (2026), SpongeBob The Musical (2025), Ride the Cyclone (2024) as well as scenic designer for Our Dear Dead Druglord (2025). They would like to thank GCPA for this opportunity and their family.

Erica Jo Lloyd (Intimacy Coordinator) is a St. Louis-based playwright, director, and intimacy coordinator originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In her free time, she enjoys writing, sewing, and rowing, and spending time with her partner, Ali, and cat, Bender.

Favorite past projects include the Ingram New Works Project at Nashville Repertory Theatre, The Underground New Play Festival at Theatre Cedar Rapids, and Bare and The Prom at GCPA, her favorite place to do theatre in St Louis. She’s so excited to be back for Rent. No day but today.

Abby Pastorello (Costume Designer Hair/Wig & Makeup Designer) is the current resident Costume Designer for STLCC, Meramec Theatre. She wants to thank her loved ones for their endless love and support in pursuing her passion. Favorite past credits for design include: Grease (GCPA), Legally Blonde (Ignite Theatre Company), A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder, (AFL Winner for Best Achievement in Costume Design) (KTG), Animal Farm, EndGame, Our Town (STLCC), Suddenly Last Summer (TWFSTL), The Man Who Came To Dinner (AFL Winner for Outstanding Costume Design).

You can stay up to date with Abby’s career @abby_pastorello_designs Maximus (Max) Florida (Set Designer) Maximus (Max) Florida is a scenic designer & painter recently graduated from Webster University (class of ‘26), and is excited to be working with GCPA this summer as the scenic designer for both The Lightning Thief, as well as Rent. His recent credits include working as the assistant scenic charge artist at Stages St. Louis for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Guys & Dolls, and Come From Away (upcoming).

Carole Ann Miller (Marketing) is an actor, teacher, and marketing coordinator based in the St. Louis area.

She holds a BFA in Acting from Southeast Missouri State University, and an MFA with an emphasis in Theatre Pedagogy from the University of Idaho. Most recently, Carole Ann performed Poe: Through the Tales Darkly at Atlanta Fringe. Upcoming, she will be a featured actor in the Southeast tour of Phantasmagoria XVII. Locally, Carole Ann has performed on the Gateway Arch Riverboats, on the Streets of St. Charles, and the St. Charles Library system. She has been happy to share her experiences on the stage with her students across the metro area.

Carole Ann has enjoyed bringing her creative ideas to life in marketing for GCPA!

BAND Alerica L. Anderson (Bass) is a singer, songwriter, composer, producer and creative director. He has been Music Director/ Keyboardist / Bassist for several productions including The Tap Dance Kid, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Mary Poppins, Shrek, Hairspray, In The Heights, Violet, Carrie, Matilda, Annie, Spring Awakening, Something Rotten, A Chorus Line, Aida, and the Pre-Broadway Premiere of The Karate Kid. As an actor, Alerica’s performance credits include Big Moe (Five Guys Named Moe / The Black Rep). He has also written and produced songs for several performing artists.

Mat Coble (Guitar) has played classical guitar for 20 of his 26 years. He began branching out into pit orchestras in high school, and by the time he graduated from Northwestern University in 2022, he was playing electric, acoustic, bass, banjo, and mandolin — just about anything with frets and strings. His time there also provided him with music direction and orchestration experience. He has played in many musicals across the St. Louis area, most recently Legally Blonde. He teaches guitar with Childbloom in St. Peters and Kirkwood, working alongside the same instructors he first learned from.

Jason Eschhofen (Keys 2/ Guitar 2) (He/Him/His) is excited to be a part of GCPA's production of Rent! Jason is a music director and pianist in St. Louis. Some of his recent favorite music directing credits are Dear Evan Hansen (Take Two Productions), Bat Boy (New Line Theatre), Ride the Cyclone (St. Louis University), The Fantasticks (The Link

Who's Who Theatre Company), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Theatre Memphis), and Smokey Joe's Cafe (Playhouse on the Square). He has also been the music director/orchestrator/arranger for the Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards in Memphis since 2017. With degrees in Music Technology and Voice Performance, Jason also works as a music copyist, synthesizer programmer, and vocal coach.

Michael Frazier (Keys) a native of the St. Louis area, received his Bachelor of Arts in Music from Cedarville University and Master of Music from SIUE. Michael has been working as a musician and music director in the St. Louis area for over 25 years. He currently works for the Alton School District and freelances for various theaters and schools in the area. When not playing the piano, Michael enjoys photography and playing with his new granddaughter Remi!

Peter Gunn (Percussion) is a St. Louis based drummer and percussionist. He recently spent the last year and a half performing for Disney Cruise Line aboard the Disney Wish as a musician. He will be returning to DCL on the Disney Treasure in September. This is Peter’s 18th production with GCPA. Selected credits: Disney Wish Casts 6,7,&8; Ragtime, Newsies, Million Dollar Quartet (“Fluke” u/s), Aida (STAGES St. Louis); In The Heights (STAGES St. Louis, R-S Theatrics, GCPA); The Prom, Ragtime, School of Rock, 9 to 5, Something Rotten!, Cabaret, Spring Awakening (GCPA); petergunnmusic.com

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