A MESSAGE FROM THE PLAYHOUSE...
Welcome to the 2025 "Season of Laughter, Legends, and Thrills" at the Sharon Playhouse! Get ready for a season filled with unforgettable performances, heartwarming moments, and electrifying energy!
This year, we invite you to embrace the magic of live theater with productions that will make you laugh, sing, and maybe even shed a tear. From the legendary tunes of Million Dollar Quartet to the heartfelt journey of Annie, from the raucous fun of Sylvia to the suspense of The Mousetrap, there’s something for everyone in our exciting MainStage lineup. And that's just the beginning! Our YouthStage productions, featuring Sharon Playhouse Stars, Finding Nemo Jr., 101 Dalmatians Kids, the thrilling The Great Amusement Park Mystery, Kids Cabaret, and the debut of our pre-professional Launchpad Company presenting the delightful Once Upon a Mattress, are sure to inspire young performers and audiences alike.
At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to the power of theater to ignite the imagination, build community, and enrich lives. Each production is thoughtfully chosen to bring joy, provoke thought, and, most importantly, create lasting memories.
Your support means more to us now than ever before. As we continue to enrich our programming and bring theater to life, your contributions ensure that the Sharon Playhouse remains a place where creativity thrives, and where we can all come together to celebrate the joy of live performance.
To our amazing casts, designers, crew, and staff: your hard work and creativity bring our productions to life. And to our beloved patrons, volunteers, sponsors, donors, and tireless Board of Directors: your unwavering belief in the magic of theater is the foundation of everything we do. You make this vibrant community possible, and we are endlessly grateful for your continued support.
So, join us in celebrating the best that live theater has to offer. Together, let’s laugh, connect, and create something truly extraordinary.
Welcome to the "Season of Laughter, Legends, and Thrills" at the Sharon Playhouse!
Create. Community. Together.
Gratefully,
Carl Andress
Artistic Director
Meghan Flanagan Managing Director
Michael Kevin Baldwin Education and Community Director
2025 SPONSORS
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SPONSORS & ADVERTISERS
Sharon Playhouse would like to thank all of our sponsors and advertisers for making this season possible. Please support them and let them know you appreciate them as much as we do!
2025 SPONSORS
Assured Partners
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THEATERBILL SHARON PLAYHOUSE
THESHARONPLAYHOUSE
ALEX BURNETTE ZACH COSSMAN* LUCY RHOADES
MATTHEW SCHATZ*
ALESSANDRO GIAN VIVIANO*
CHANCE MICHAEL WALL*
Book byCOLINESCOTT and FLOYDMUTRUX
Original Concept and Direction byFLOYDMUTRUX
Inspired byELVISPRESLEY,JOHNNYCASH,JERRYLEELEWIS and CARLPERKINS
with JOSHKARAM ALECSISCO
Scenic Design
CHRISTOPHER SWADER+ JUSTIN SWADER+
SoundDesign GRAHAMSTONE
ScenicArtist KARLAWOODWORTH
Production Stage Manager KRISTINE SCHLACHTER*
Costume Design KATHLEEN DEANGELIS
Technical Director ALIX LEWIS
Wig & Makeup Design BOBBIE ZLOTNIK
Assistant Stage Manager CAMERON FLECK*
MusicDirection CHANCEMICHAELWALL
Direction & Musical Staging by GREG SANTOS
Lighting Design WHEELER MOON+
ProductionManager CAROLINELAPINSKI
Audio Engineer NICHOLAS OLMOZ
Casting Director CASTING BY ARC, DUNCAN STEWART, CSA
MILLIONDOLLARQUARTETTheMusicalispresentedthroughspecialarrangementwithandallauthorized performancematerialsaresuppliedbyTheatricalRightsWorldwide1180AvenueoftheAmericas, Suite640,NewYork,NY10036wwwtheatricalrightscom OriginallydevelopedandproducedbyRelevantTheatricals,JohnCossetteProductionsandNorthernLights,Inc.at TheGoodmanTheatre,RobertFalls,ArtisticDirector-RocheShulfer,ExecutiveDirectorandtransferredto TheApolloTheatre,Chicago,IL,2008ProducedbytheVillageTheatre,Issaquah,Washington,RobbHunt, Producer-SteveTompkins,ArtisticDirector,2007andSeasideMusicTheater,DaytonaBeach,FL,TippinDavidson, Producer-LesterMalizia,ArtisticDirector,2006
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SETTING & MUSICAL NUMBERS
TIME: DECEMBER 4, 1956 PLACE: SUN RECORDS, MEMPHIS
ACTI
“BlueSuedeShoes”......................................................................................................................COMPANY (MusicbyCarlL Perkins;LyricsbyCarlL Perkins)©MPLMusicPublishingInc Allrightsreserved UsedbypermissionofWrenMusicCo,o/b/oCarlPerkinsMusicInc “WildOne(RealWildChild)”.........................................................................................JERRYLEELEWIS (MusicbyJohnO'Keefe,JohnGreenanandDaveOwens;LyricsbyJohnO'Keefe,JohnGreenanandDaveOwens)(MPLMusicPublishingInc Allrightsreserved UsedbypermissionofWren MusicCo) “Matchbox” CARLPERKINS (MusicbyCarlL Perkins;LyricsbyCarlL Perkins)©MPLMusicPublishingInc Allrightsreserved UsedbypermissionofWrenMusicCo o/b/oCarlPerkinsMusicInc “WhoDoYouLove?”...........................................................................................................CARLPERKINS (MusicbyEllasMcDaniel;LyricsbyEllasMcDaniel)©ARCMusicCorp Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission “FolsomPrisonBlues”.........................................................................................................JOHNNYCASH (MusicbyJohnR Cash;LyricsbyJohnR Cash)PublishedbyHouseofCash,Inc AdministeredbyBugMusicInc Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“Fever”................................................................................................................................................DYANNE (MusicbyEddieCooleyandJohnnyDavenport;LyricsbyEddieCooleyandJohnnyDavenport)©CarlinAmericaMusic/WindsweptPacificMusicPublishing PublishedbyFortKnoxMusic, Inc Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“MemoriesAreMadeofThis”...........................................................................................ELVISPRESLEY (MusicbyTerryGilkyson,RichardDehrandFrankMiller;LyricsbyTerryGilkyson,RichardDehrandFrankMiller)©EMIBlackwoodMusic,Inc (BMI)Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“That’sAllRight”...................................................................................................................ELVISPRESLEY (MusicbyArthurCrudup;LyricsbyArthurCrudup)©1947(renewed) UnichappellMusicInc (BMI)andCrudupMusic(BMI) AllrightsadministeredbyUnichappellMusicInc Allrights reserved Usedbypermission
“BrownEyedHandsomeMan”
(MusicbyChuckBerry;LyricsbyChuckBerry)©ArcMusicCorp Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“DownBytheRiverside”............................................................................................................COMPANY (Traditional;arrangedbyChuckMead),©ZoilinkMusic AllrightsadministeredbyCoburnMusic Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
THEREWILLBEONEFIFTEENMINUTEINTERMISSION
ACTII
“SixteenTons”.......................................................................................................................JOHNNYCASH (MusicbyMerleTravis;LyricsbyMerleTravis)©Merle’sGirlsMusic Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“MyBabe”...............................................................................................................................CARLPERKINS (MusicbyWillieDixon;LyricsbyWillieDixon)©BugMusic,Inc o/b/oHoochieCoochieMusic(BMI) Allrightreserved Usedbypermission
“LongTallSally”.....................................................................................................................ELVISPRESLEY (MusicbyRobertBlackwell,EnotrisJohnsonandRichardPenniman;LyricsbyRobertBlackwell,EnotrisJohnsonandRichardPenniman)©Sony/ATVMusicPublishingLLC Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“PeaceintheValley”............................................................................................................ELVISPRESLEY (MusicbyThomasA Dorsey;LyricsbyThomasA Dorsey)©(renewed)1939Warner-TamerlanePublishingCorp(BMI) Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission “IWalkTheLine”.................................................................................................................JOHNNYCASH (MusicbyJohnR Cash;LyricsbyJohnR Cash)PublishedbyHouseofCash,Inc AdministeredbyBugMusicInc Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“IHearYouKnocking”....................................................................................................................DYANNE (MusicbyDaveBartholomewandPearlKing;LyricsbyDaveBartholomewandPearlKing)©EMIUnartCatalogInc Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“Party”...........................................................................................................CARLPERKINS&COMPANY (MusicbyJessieMaeRobinson;LyricsbyJessieMaeRobinson)©MPLMusicPublishingInc Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission “GreatBallsofFire”.........................................................................................................JERRYLEELEWIS (MusicbyOtisBlackwellandJackHammer;LyricsbyOtisBlackwellandJackHammer)©1957(renewed) UnichappellMusicInc (BMI) MijacMusic(BMI) Chappell&Co Inc (ASCAP)and MysticalLightMusic(ASCAP) AllrightsreservedonbehalfofitselfandMijacMusic,administeredbyUnichappellMusicInc AllrightsreservedonbehalfofitselfandMysticalLightMusic, administeredbyChappell&Co,Inc Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission “HoundDog”..........................................................................................................................ELVISPRESLEY (MusicbyJerryLeiberandMikeStoller;LyricsbyJerryLeiberandMikeStoller)PublishedbySony/ATVSongsLLC Copyright1953Sony/ATVMusicPublishingLLC Allrightsadministeredby Sony/ATVMusicPublishingLLC,8MusicSquareWest,NashvilleTN37203 Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission “(Ghost)RidersintheSky”.................................................................................................JOHNNYCASH (MusicbyStanJones;LyricsbyStanJones)©MPLMusicPublishingInc Allrightsreserved UsedbypermissionEdwinH Morris&Company
“SeeYouLaterAlligator”
(MusicbyRobertGuidry;LyricsbyRobertGuidry)©ArcMusicCorp Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
“WholeLottaShakin’Goin’On”...................................................................................JERRYLEELEWIS (MusicbyCurlyWilliams;LyricsbyCurlyWilliams)©1997N’ManiEntertainmentCo (ASCAP) Allrightsreserved Usedbypermission
CAST OF CHARACTERS
IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE
Johnny Cash...............................................................................................................Matthew Schatz*
Jerry Lee Lewis................................................................................................................Alex Burnette
Elvis Presley.................................................................................................Alessandro Gian Viviano*
Sam Phillips....................................................................................................................Zach Cossman*
Dyanne Lucy Rhoades
Jay Perkins.............................................................................................................................Josh Karam
W.S. "Fluke" Holland.............................................................................................................Alec Sisco
PRODUCTION TEAM
Director and Musical Staging............................................................................................Greg Santos
Music Director.....................................................................................................Chance Michael Wall
Production Stage Manager..................................................................................Kristine Schlachter*
Assistant Stage Manager.............................................................................................Cameron Fleck*
Scenic Designer Christopher Swader+ and Justin Swader+
Costume Designer.................................................................................................Kathleen DeAngelis
Lighting Designer............................................................................................................Wheeler Moon
Sound Designer Graham Stone
Wig & Makeup Designer................................................................................................Bobbie Zlotnik
Wardrobe Supervisor...................................................................................................Simon Brewster
Props Manager.................................................................................................................Nicole Damico
Technical Director....................................................................................................................Alix Lewis
Production Manager...................................................................................................Caroline Lapinski
Scenic Artist................................................................................................................Karla Woodworth
Casting Director.............................................Casting by ARC, Duncan Stewart, CSA, Jaron Cole
Scenic Artist Karla Woodworth
Production Electrician..............................................................................................Noah Cicciamarro
Assistant Production Electrician.........................................................................................Lucas Peck
Production Carpenters Megan Oravitz, James McFarland, Sophie Bardos
Sound Engineer (A1).....................................................................................................Nicholas Olmoz
Sound Engineer (A2)...............................................................................................Savannah Mantone
Audience Services Apprentice.......................................................................................William Miller
Social Media/Marketing Apprentice Cabe Parrish
Costume Apprentice.............................................................................................................Sam Kaszas
Scenic Apprentice..............................................................................................Ciara Jade McCurdy
Lighting Apprentice Conor Kimlicko
Props and Scenic Artistry Apprentice.............................................................................Anna Bonelli
Sound Apprentice............................................................................................Katerina Pacheco Wolf
CAST BIOS
IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE
Sharon Playhouse! Originally from small town Georgia, Chance is based in New York City He’s been performing professionally across the country and on the high seas for the last decade This will be Chance’s 16th production of MDQ Currently, he has a show called Broadway Unplugged running on three ships sailing worldwide with Norwegian Cruise Lines. He thanks Greg for his trust. He thanks his beautiful partner Hailie for keeping him balanced. He thanks Mom, Dad, and Mad for their unwavering support.
Matthew Schatz (Johnny Cash) is pleased to be making his Sharon debut as the man in black! This is his second time doing the show, and a wonderful return to such wonderful music. Some of his favorite credits include Heartbreak Hotel (Engeman Theater), Jersey Boys (Tour), and the original company of Heathers the Musical (Off B'way). Thank you to Renee and Joe at About Artists, and his ever-loving wife Kelsey. And a special thanks to the Sharon community for supporting him and his two-year-old daughter Ryann during the run of the show!
Alex Burnette (Jerry Lee Lewis) is thrilled to return to Sun Studios as the Killer National Tour: 'Madagascar the Musical' (1st Nat’l), 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'. NY Off-Broadway: 'Rescue Rue', ‘The Young Girl The Devil & The Mill’. Select Regional: Jerry Lee Lewis in ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ at Alhambra, Surflight, Saugatuck Center for the Arts, Arrow Rock Lyceum, New Stage. ‘Tesla Vs. Edison’ (Center for Puppetry Arts). Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre. Holland America Cruise Line (Piano Bar), Cedar Fair Parks’ ‘Haunt’ writer/director. Marymount Manhattan College. Represented by Broad Talent. IG: @AlexBBurnette
Alessandro Gian Viviano (Elvis Presley) Native Manhattanite, Alessandro Gian Viviano had the blessing to be raised by a New Hope, PA hippie and a Midwestern Catholic. When not working regionally on stage, Alessandro is outside playing sports with his oldest friends or writing As an actor, Alessandro has been prolific working professionally while he was in college, Grad of The Hartt School ’18 He's excited to celebrate his 10th year of work He is proud to be a 4th generation AEA member Additionally, Alessandro has been able to work on a collection of indie film and television projects, one of which can be seen on Amazon Prime Video.
Zach Cossman (Sam Phillips) Off-Broadway: Revolution in the Elbow… (Mr. Elbow) [World Premiere], Blue Man Group (Blue Man), Regional/International: Waitress (Dr. Pomatter) [Florida Studio Theatre], Jersey Boys (Norm Waxman, u/s Bob Gaudio) [2024 Las Vegas Residency, Broadway at Music Circus], Kinky Boots (Charlie Price) [NCL], Footloose (Ren McCormack) [NCL], Million Dollar Quartet (Sam Phillips) [Broadway at Music Circus, Berkshire Theatre Group, North Shore MT], The Rocky Horror Show (Brad Majors) [Bucks County Playhouse], Million Dollar Quartet (Fluke) [Cincinnati Playhouse, St Louis Rep, Fulton Theatre, Maine State MT, Cape Playhouse, Riverside Theatre, Bucks County Playhouse, Casa Mañana], BUDDY: The Buddy Holly Story (Jerry Allison) [Bucks County Playhouse NCTheatre, Casa Mañana] www zachcossman com
Lucy Rhoades (Dyanne) is thrilled to be making her Sharon Playhouse debut in her third (woah) production of MDQ! Recent credits include, National Tours: Karen u/s in Mean Girls, and Frieda in A Charlie Brown Christmas. Select Regional: Martha in Salem at Goodspeed New Musicals, Francine in Jersey Boys at The Cape Playhouse, Lois Lane in Kiss Me, Kate, and Kira in Xanadu at Mac-Haydn Theatre. Huge thanks to friends and family, Gregory, Chance, and the whole team at Sharon. Dedicated to all the bad*ss women who have held their own in male dominated spaces. (TikTok: @LucyRhoades , insta: @LucyRhoades)
PRODUCTION BIOS
Kristine Schlachter (Production Stage Manager) is excited to return for her third season at the Playhouse. Previous shows Include: Lifespan of a Fact, Rock of Ages, The Prom, Steel Magnolias. Recent: Off-Broadway: Avenue Q, Emperors Nightingale (Nom. Off-Broadway Alliance Award), The Brothers Paranormal (World Premiere), Memorial (NYTimes Critics Pick), Warrior Sisters of Wu (Nom. Drama Desk Award) Regional: Waitress, Rock of Ages, The Prom, Jersey Boys, The Wizard of Oz, Holiday Inn, The Glass Menagerie, Long Days Journey Into Night, Singing In The Rain, Big River, Macbeth, Twelfth Night, The Magic Flute, The 39 Steps NYC: As You Like It, The Marriage of Figaro, Raisin in the Sun, The Great Society, FAME!, Cyrano De Bergerac, Tartuffe, Allegro, The Secret Garden BFA Syracuse University Special thanks to my family for all your support
Cameron Fleck (Assistant Production Stage Manager) is thrilled to be joining Sharon Playhouse for the first time this summer! Regional credits include Theatre Novi Most, Artistry Bloomington, Interact Center, Collide Theatrical, Lyric Opera Of The North, Duluth Playhouse, Nocturnal Giraffe, Minneapolis Musical Theatre, and two seasons at the Acadia Repertory Theatre. Many thanks to all Sharon Playhouse staff, management, and creative teams! Love to family and friends back home!
Greg Santos (Director & Musical Staging), a Western Massachusetts native, is a New York City based Director and Producer Most recent: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET for Broadway Sacramento and SANTALAND DIARIES and THE WALL: A THEATRICAL CONCERT EXPERIENCE for Berkshire Theater Group at The Colonial Theater His work has been seen all over the country, including at North Shore Music Theater, The Riverside Theatre - Florida, 54 Below, The Goodspeed Opera House, The York Theater, The Bucks County Playhouse, The Cape Playhouse, The Gateway Playhouse, Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Great Lakes Theatre Festival, The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, The Idaho Shakespeare Festival and Rhode Island's Theatre by the Sea. Recent Off Broadway Producing credits include: Gingold Theatrical Group’s Arms and The Man and Candida at Theater Row and with his producing partner Carl Andress, the NYC premiere of Charles Busch’s play, The Confession of Lily Dare at Theatre for the New City. He has also worked on the NYC premieres of Mr. Busch’s The Divine Sister, Judith of Bethulia, The Tribute Artist and Cleopatra. Also, numerous NYC Galas, Benefits and Concerts. After 22 years together, Greg recently married his longtime partner, John They make their home in Astoria, NY with their cats, Bob and Linda Ronstadt IG:gcsnyc
PRODUCTION BIOS
Christopher & Justin Swader (Scenic Designers) Sharon Playhouse: The Prom, Steel Magnolias, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Previous designs with: Hartford Stage, Goodspeed Musicals, Signature Theatre, Indiana Repertory Theatre, George Street Playhouse, Dallas Theater Center, Geva Theatre, Two River Theatre, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Everyman Theatre, Miami New Drama, People’s Light, Dorset Theatre Festival, Weston Theater Company, Primary Stages, Mint Theater Company, Red Bull Theater, Fiasco Theater, Tectonic Theater Project, The New Victory Theatre, Classical Theatre of Harlem, York Theatre Company, SpeakEasy Stage Company, Penguin Rep, White Plains Performing Arts Center, Shadowland Stages, IBEX Puppetry, A$AP Rocky, Sotheby’s, 2020 Summer Olympics, Big Apple Circus, National Geographic. www.cjswaderdesign.com
Kathleen DeAngelis (She/Her) (Costume Designer) A veteran of the TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse program, Kate is thrilled to return for her third season as Resident Costume Designer and Costume Shop Manager She has worked for over a decade with the HMTS Program at HVRHS, this year designing Urinetown. She's worked with many theaters in the Tri-state area including County Players, Broadway Method Academy, SOAR, The Hotchkiss School, Blue Studio Dance and Brookfield Theater. She was nominated for a Berkie for Best Costume Design in 2023 for Something Rotten and in 2024 for Rock of Ages BA in Theatre-Marist College; MA in Costume Design-Oklahoma State University
Graham Stone (Sound Designer) is thrilled to return to the Sharon Playhouse as the Season Sound Designer He is a multi-platinum-record credited recording engineer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and mixer. As a touring musician he has performed at The Kennedy Center, The Ryman Auditorium, Brooklyn Bowl, and Bowery Ballroom – to name a select few. His design work takes him all over the Tri-State area and beyond, designing for theater, boutique installations and concerts When not traveling, Graham operates a destination music production and recording studio on his property in Austerlitz, New York with his partner Alexandra and their 100 pound fur-baby Cosmo. For more information please visit: www grahamstone com
Wheeler Moon (Lighting Designer) National tours: Cowboy (LD), Annie International Tour & MSG (Assoc), Elf The Musical (Assoc), Hairspray (Assoc), Jersey Boys Vegas (Asst) Recent NY: Love Life (Assoc, Encores! NYCC) and Nina Select regional: N/A (Barrington Stage), Mamma Mia and Driving Miss Daisy (Theatre Aspen), Anastasia (Buck’s County Playhouse & Cape Playhouse), The Prom and Beautiful (Forestburgh Playhouse), Dial M for Murder (Assoc, Two River Theatre). TV: Etoile (Assoc, Amazon Prime). He has also worked on shows at the Joyce, Theatre Row, Smith Street Stage, The Tank, BAM, NJ Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet, Area Stage Company and Theater for the New City
Bobbie Zlotnik (Wig Design) is an NYC-based wig designer who is ecstatic to join the Sharon Playhouse family this season. Off-Broadway; Emojiland (Drama Desk Nom.), Ibsen’s Ghost, Fairycakes, Dear Jack Dear Louise, Forbidden Broadway, and many more National Tours; On Your Feet, Here You Come Again, Emojiland, Cocomelon LIVE Film/TV; The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, The Gilded Age, Getting Curious With Jonathan Van Ness. Recent regional: Sweet Charity (Gulfshore), Gene & Gilda (George Street), Beautiful (The Wick). Other regional: Pittsburgh CLO, Theatre Aspen, The Ordway, Tuacahn, Bucks County Playhouse, George Street, Syracuse Stage, The Lex and many more www BobbieZlotnik com
Alix Lewis (Technical Director) - Alix has been part of Sharon Playhouse in various roles for five years now and is very happy to have a place in it. She was the Lighting Designer for the productions of Oliver!, Something Rotten, Sheer Madness and A Raisin in the Sun at the Playhouse. She is a graduate of Western Connecticut State University with a degree in Theater Design and Tech She is very happy to be with the playhouse again this summer in this role and work alongside the fabulous people here
Caroline Lapinski (She/They) (Production Manager) is a playwright, director, and administrator based in Scranton Pennsylvania She is thrilled to be back at the Sharon Playhouse! Previous production credits with The Sharon Playhouse include A Christmas Carol (Production/Stage Manager) Young at Heart (Stage Manager) Writers’ Playground (Stage Manager) Recent playwriting credits include Cozy Christmas, a play commissioned by the Alaskan Arts Council and the Alaska Theater of Youth and an NYC reading of her own original queer fairy tale, A Letter For Jesse. Caroline would like to thank the entire playhouse staff for their wonderful work on this season!
PLAYHOUSE INFORMATION
BOX OFFICE
The box office is open 5 days a week during the summer. Wednesday through Saturday from 2pm to 6pm & Sunday 1pm to 5pm. Online: sharonplayhouse.org/calendar-ofevents; Phone: 860.364.7469 (ext. 200 & 201); Email: boxoffice@sharonplayhouse.org.
ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES
Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) amplify and clarify sound by cutting down or eliminating ambient noise. For patrons who are hard of hearing, the sound quality and performance is improved when utilizing an ALD. ALDs can be reserved free-of charge at the box office.
WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY
The Sharon Playhouse strives to ensure that its services are accessible to all people with disabilities. In 2025, the Playhouse proudly introduced digital inclusivity on its website by implementing the accessibility widget accessiBe. The Playhouse is committed to developing space and resources that make the enjoyment of the arts more accessible for individuals with differing abilities.
CELLPHONES
Please remember to turn off all electronic devices that are capable of emitting beeps or other unplanned sound effects.
BAR, CONCESSIONS & MERCHANDISE
Before every performance at The Bobbie Olsen Theater, you can enjoy drinks and snacks. The bar, offering beer, wine, mixed drinks, and soft drinks, is situated on the outdoor patio at the side of the theater. Additionally, in the lobby of The Olsen, patrons can find the concessions/snacks stand, where they can also buy Playhouse merchandise. Excitingly for 2025, we continue food truck services for select performances.
LOST AND FOUND
Please check with the box office before performances or call the business office at 860.364.7469 (ext. 100).
MAILING LIST
Join our mailing list and be the first to know about all the thrilling programming, classes, auditions, and other exciting announcements! Visit www.sharonplayhouse.org
DONATIONS
Discover the joy of supporting the arts! If you haven't already, we invite you to become a valued supporter by making a donation through our website at: www.SharonPlayhouse.org/donate
PLAYHOUSE INFORMATION
MEDICAL EMERGENCY
Contact the nearest usher or theater staff member if you are in need of attention.
SMOKING
Smoking is not permitted in any building on the Sharon Playhouse campus.
PHOTOGRAPHY/RECORDING
Due to copyright laws, contractual arrangements, and the safety of our actors, the use of photographic or recording equipment is strictly prohibited during performances.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are located in the lobby of The Bobbie Olsen Theater. The Sharon Playhouse welcomes gender diversity. For those seeking privacy, a gender-neutral restroom is located across the parking lot in The Bok.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Playhouse is a regional, non-profit theater producing high-quality performances with Broadway-caliber actors as well as talented local community members. Its mission is to entertain the community of Northwest Connecticut and beyond, while also serving as a teaching theater to encourage aspiring actors and other theatre artists of all ages to develop their craft.
SHARON PLAYHOUSE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
Emily Soell, President
Sarah Combs, Vice President
David Fiorillo, Treasurer
Savannah Stevenson, Secretary
Jackie Markham-Priaulx, Vice President, Communications & Community Outreach
BOARD
MEMBERS
Skip Barber, Amy Danis, Lee A. Davies, Chris Drago, Kim Fiertz, Rob Fish, Kristy Foss, Christian Lange, Gigi Noyes
Rachel Orkin-Ramey, Melinda Sweet
EMERITUS
Patricia Best Bobbie Olsen
IN MEMORIAM
David K. Sims Marshall Schwarz Bill Suter
PLAYHOUSE STAFF
Artistic Director.................................................................................................................Carl Andress
Managing Director Meghan Flanagan
Education and Community Director..........................................................Michael Kevin Baldwin
Business Manager.........................................................................................................Wendy Prause
Education and Outreach Manager................................................................................Sarah Cuoco
Development Director.................................................................................................Barbara Gatski
Photographer/Videographer & Content Coordinator............................................Aly Morrissey
Graphic Designer...........................................................................................................Justin Boccitto
Production Manager.................................................................................................Caroline Lapinski
Company Manager..............................................................................................................Max Hagen
Season Scenic Designers....................................................Christopher Swader & Justin Swader
Technical Director..................................................................................................................Alix Lewis
Production Carpenters...........................................................James McFarland & Megan Oravitz
Production Carpenter & Electrician Sophie Bardos Props Manager...............................................................................................................Nicole Damico
Scenic Artist..............................................................................................................Karla Woodworth
Season Costume Designer & Costume Shop Manager...............................Kathleen DeAngelis
Wardrobe Supervisor Simon Brewster
Wig & Makeup Designer.............................................................................................Bobbie Zlotnik
Season Lighting Designer...........................................................................................Wheeler Moon
Production Electrician..............................................................................................Noah Ciccimarro
Assistant Production Electricians Zachery Beaumont & Lucas Peck
Season Sound Designer................................................................................................Graham Stone
Audio Engineer (A1)....................................................................................................Nicholas Olmoz
Audio Engineer (A2).............................................................................................Savannah Mantone
Orchestra Contractor........................................................................................................Rich Conley
Season Casting Director.........................Casting By ARC, Duncan Stewart, CSA & Jaron Cole
Marketing Consultants............Lynette Shy & Megan Woodward/Confluence Arts Solutions
Theater Admin & Production Assistant...........................................................Savannah Mantone
YouthStage Stage Manager...........................................................................................Maya Murray
YouthStage Production Manager....................................................................................Alex Wilbur
YouthStage Lighting Designer Noah Ciccimarro
YouthStage Costume Designer........................................................................................Emily Marx
YouthStage Audio Engineer (A1).............................................................................Nicholas Olmoz
Launchpad Stage Manager..........................................................................................Phoebe Singer
Launchpad Lighting Designer..................................................................................Timothy Nivison
Launchpad TD/Scenic Designer David Palmieri
PLAYHOUSE STAFF
Scenic Apprentice........................................................................................................Ciara McCurdy
Costume Apprentice..........................................................................................................Sam Kaszas
Lighting/Electrics Apprentice...................................................................................Conor Kimlicko
Sound Apprentice Katerina Pacheco Wolf
Props/Scenic Artistry Apprentice.................................................................................Anna Bonelli
Social Media/Marketing Apprentice............................................................................Cabe Parrish
Audience Services Apprentice....................................................................................William Miller
High School Theater Apprentices.............Sara Ireland, Jackson Olson, Celestia "Kip" Galvin Mira Norbet, Ishaan Tantri
Box Office Staff......Herman Compton, Mary Ritter, Denise Lapp, Emily Burg, Jack Ferreira
House Manager.........................................................................................................Marinell Crippen
Bar Manager............................................................................................................Karla Woodworth
STAFF BIOS
Carl Andress (Artistic Director) is an American theater and film director and producer who is proud to have staged over 15 original productions of critically acclaimed plays written by and starring Charles Busch, including Ibsen’s Ghost: An Irresponsible Biographical Fantasy, The Tribute Artist, The Confession of Lily Dare, The DivineSister,Die,Mommie,Die!,andthefilmsTheSixthReelandAVerySeriousPerson,bothdistributedbyWolfe Releasing He has directed many New York and regional productions such as Rum & Coke (Abingdon Theater) and FAKE (Miami New Drama) by Carmen Pelaez; Still at Risk by Tim Pinckney (Theater for the City), Matthew Lombardo's Who's Holiday! starring Lesli Margherita (Westside Theater); Joe Godfrey's Romance Language (Ars Nova);CrushtheInfamousThing-theAdventuresoftheHollywoodFour(CoconutGrovePlayhouse);MyFairLady (TentTheater);PaulRudnick'sIHateHamlet (DorsetTheaterFestival);andDouglasCarterBeane’s TheCartells (Drama Dept.). At the Sharon Playhouse he has directed The Prom and this season’s Annie, as well as staged readingsofLoveLetters,Ms HolmesandMs Watson,Apt 2B,andTheTaleoftheAllergist’sWife Additionally,he hasdirectedmanydevelopmentalworkshopsandproductionsofnewworksattheaterssuchasGeorgeStreet Playhouse, La Jolla Playhouse, The Phoenix Theater Company, MCC, Primary Stages, TheaterWorks USA, and Theater for the New City, as well as staging numerous galas and special events such as the annual Broadway Belts for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (since 2010), Literacy Partners’ Evening of Readings (since 2007), andtheNYconcertpremieresof TheVisit,AWonderfulLife,Mr Magoo’sChristmasCarol,and ValleyoftheDolls alltobenefitTheEntertainmentCommunityFund(formerlyTheActors’Fund)onBroadway.Carlisarecipient of the 2022 Einhorn Mentorship Award, given by the prominent New York theater company, Primary Stages Hiswebsiteiscarlandress.com
Meghan Flanagan, MBA (Managing Director) is an accomplished operations leader with deep expertise in compliance, technology enablement, and board collaboration known for optimizing cross-functional teams, streamlining workflows, and enhancing audience engagement through scalable, data-driven solutions Most recently, she served as Revenue Operations Manager at Red Oak Compliance Solutions LLC, where she oversaw cross-functional reporting, managed Salesforce and CPQ tools, and supported strategic initiatives such as board presentations and conference planning. Previously, Meghan served as Chief Operations Officer at the National Society of Compliance Professionals (NSCP), where she led all operational departments, implemented automated workflows, unified CRM systems, and produced both in-person and virtual conferences Under her leadership, NSCP achieved consistent membership and event revenue growth She beganhertenureatNSCPasBusinessDevelopmentManagerin2014.Earlierinhercareer,Meghanheldroles in product development and sales at National Regulatory Services (NRS), where she supported the sale of compliance products. She holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix and a BS in Criminal Justice from Marist College Meghan is a certified Salesforce Administrator and holds a certificate of Association ManagementfromASAE.Inadditiontoherprofessionalaccomplishments,Meghaniscommittedtocommunity impact. She is Co-Chair of the Sharon Connect Task Force, which successfully brought high-speed internet access to over 250 homes in rural Connecticut. She currently serves on the board of the Hotchkiss Library of SharonandisaformerboardmemberofTheSharonPlayhouseandTheEquusEffect.
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Michael Kevin Baldwin (Education and Community Director) is thrilled to be embarking on his 5th season as a staff member of the Sharon Playhouse and his 4th season as a member of the Leadership Team. This year Michael is excited to be an actor in the MainStage production of Annie (FDR), director of the inaugural preprofessional Launchpad Company production of Once Upon a Mattress, and playwright of the YouthStage production of The Great Amusement Park Mystery! Directing credits at the Playhouse include Oliver!, As You Like It (site-specific at the Equus Effect), Pride and Prejudice, A Midsummer Night's Dream, A Charlie Brown Christmas, Elf Jr., Frozen Jr., The Little Mermaid Jr., Mary Poppins Jr., Aladdin Kids, and a staged reading of David Adjmi’s Marie Antoinette starring Lauren Ambrose. Acting credits at the Playhouse include Tony Whitcomb in Shear Madness (Berkie nom, Broadway World CT Award), Simon Stimson in Our Town, Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast, Mordred in Camelot, and Bobby in A Chorus Line. Playwriting credits at the Playhouse include many original scripts for youth, most notably world premieres of Sassy Cinderella and Young at Heart. Michael has created performing arts partnerships with Indian Mountain School, Sharon Center School, Salisbury Central School, Housatonic Valley Regional High School, Kent Center School, and Goshen Center School. As an educator Michael enjoyed seven years as a Drama Teacher at The Brearley School and one year at Hunter College High School, both in Manhattan Michael co-created and directed the play #BraveSpace, which premiered at New York University's Forum on Ethnodrama. Michael has conducted masterclasses and delivered speeches all over the country, most notably serving as a keynote speaker for The Educational Theatre Association's "Theater in our Schools" initiative Michael received a Bachelor's Degree in Theater and Sociology from Skidmore College and a Master's Degree in Education from The City College of New York. Michael lives in Lakeville, CT with his husband, Will, and their dog, Daphne
Wendy Prause (Business Manager) started with the Playhouse in 2015 as a part time bookkeeper and quickly moved into the Business Manager position Wendy has managed both the Box Office and Administrative offices for many years In many cases Wendy is the first voice that customers hear when planning their season of tickets. Customer service has always been an important part of the job. She is a devoted Sharon Playhouse employee as well as a town of Sharon Resident Wendy has both Professional and Personal reasons to encourage the success of the Sharon Playhouse
Sarah Cuoco (Education and Outreach Manager) is proud to be a part of the Sharon Playhouse team Sarah leads a dynamic range of youth programming and community engagement initiatives A seasoned dance educator and choreographer, Sarah specializes in Ballet, Jazz, and Musical Theater, with a passionate emphasis on Youth Theater and arts education Her extensive teaching background includes faculty positions at The Ballet School (Lakeville, CT), The Studio (Amenia, NY), and guest artist residencies at prestigious institutions such as Indian Mountain School, The Hotchkiss School, The Brearley School, and Falls Village Children's Theater She also served as a recurring guest instructor for Lara Luzim at PMT in New York City Prior to her current role, Sarah was the dance instructor at Millbrook School. She holds a teaching certification from the National Dance Institute, founded by legendary New York City Ballet principal Jacques d’Amboise, and is also a certified 200-hour yoga instructor At The Sharon Playhouse, Sarah is the creator and director of the acclaimed YouthStage show Sharon Playhouse Stars!, which features the Playhouse's youngest performers.
Barbara Gatski (Development Director) Barbara began her career at The Millbrook School in 2000, when she joined the faculty as chair of the World Language Department. Prior to 2000, Barbara worked in public education in Pennsylvania. A former Fulbright Scholar to Argentina and a graduate of Middlebury College (MA in Spanish Literature), she continues to use her Spanish daily Barbara is also a longtime specialist of the Spanish AP Exam and author of an internationally used textbook Triángulo Aprobado. In 2007 she entered Millbrook's world of fundraising as Director of Parent Programs. Barbara later became the Director of Annual Giving and oversaw Parent Education Programs and all family events, including Grandparents Day, family weekends in the fall and spring, and commencement exercises. In addition to her role in annual giving, Barbara has experience in capital campaigns and major gifts. She currently resides in Fenwick Island, DE, and in the Sharon, CT area
Justin Boccitto (Graphic Designer) has maintained a diverse career working in the theater industry for over 30 years During this time he served as graphic and media designer for several organizations including The Group Theatre Too, Common Ground, The New Generation Theatre. He began designing for Sharon Playhouse in 2022, during which time he served as Interim Artistic Director. www.justinboccitto.com
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Caroline Lapinski (She/They) (Production Manager) is a playwright, director, and administrator based in Scranton Pennsylvania She is thrilled to be back at the Sharon Playhouse! Previous production credits with The Sharon Playhouse include A Christmas Carol (Production/Stage Manager) Young at Heart (Stage Manager) Writers’ Playground (Stage Manager) Recent playwriting credits include Cozy Christmas, a play commissioned by the Alaskan Arts Council and the Alaska Theater of Youth and an NYC reading of her own original queer fairy tale, A Letter For Jesse Caroline would like to thank the entire playhouse staff for their wonderful work on this season!
Christopher & Justin Swader (Season Scenic Designers) Sharon Playhouse: The Prom, Steel Magnolias, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown Previous designs with: Hartford Stage, Goodspeed Musicals, Signature Theatre, Indiana Repertory Theatre, George Street Playhouse, Dallas Theater Center, Geva Theatre, Two River Theatre, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Everyman Theatre, Miami New Drama, People’s Light, Dorset Theatre Festival, Weston Theater Company, Primary Stages, Mint Theater Company, Red Bull Theater, Fiasco Theater, Tectonic Theater Project, The New Victory Theatre, Classical Theatre of Harlem, York Theatre Company, SpeakEasy Stage Company, Penguin Rep, White Plains Performing Arts Center, Shadowland Stages, IBEX Puppetry, A$AP Rocky, Sotheby’s, 2020 Summer Olympics, Big Apple Circus, National Geographic. www.cjswaderdesign.com
Kathleen DeAngelis (She/Her) (Season Costume Designer & Costume Shop Manager) A veteran of the TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse program, Kate is thrilled to return for her third season as Resident Costume Designer and Costume Shop Manager. She has worked for over a decade with the HMTS Program at HVRHS, this year designing Urinetown. She's worked with many theaters in the Tri-state area including County Players, Broadway Method Academy, SOAR, The Hotchkiss School, Blue Studio Dance and Brookfield Theater She was nominated for a Berkie for Best Costume Design in 2023 for Something Rotten and in 2024 for Rock of Ages BA in Theatre-Marist College; MA in Costume Design-Oklahoma State University
Graham Stone (Sound Designer) is thrilled to return to the Sharon Playhouse as the Season Sound Designer He is a multi-platinum-record credited recording engineer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and mixer As a touring musician he has performed at The Kennedy Center, The Ryman Auditorium, Brooklyn Bowl, and Bowery Ballroom – to name a select few. His design work takes him all over the Tri-State area and beyond, designing for theater, boutique installations and concerts When not traveling, Graham operates a destination music production and recording studio on his property in Austerlitz, New York with his partner Alexandra and their 100 pound fur-baby Cosmo For more information please visit: www.grahamstone.com
Wheeler Moon (Lighting Designer) National tours: Cowboy (LD), Annie International Tour & MSG (Assoc), Elf The Musical (Assoc), Hairspray (Assoc), Jersey Boys Vegas (Asst) Recent NY: Love Life (Assoc, Encores! NYCC) and Nina Select regional: N/A (Barrington Stage), Mamma Mia and Driving Miss Daisy (Theatre Aspen), Anastasia (Buck’s County Playhouse & Cape Playhouse), The Prom and Beautiful (Forestburgh Playhouse), Dial M for Murder (Assoc, Two River Theatre) TV: Etoile (Assoc, Amazon Prime) He has also worked on shows at the Joyce, Theatre Row, Smith Street Stage, The Tank, BAM, NJ Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet, Area Stage Company and Theater for the New City
Bobbie Zlotnik (Wig Design) is an NYC-based wig designer who is ecstatic to join the Sharon Playhouse family this season Off-Broadway; Emojiland (Drama Desk Nom ), Ibsen’s Ghost, Fairycakes, Dear Jack Dear Louise, Forbidden Broadway, and many more National Tours; On Your Feet, Here You Come Again, Emojiland, Cocomelon LIVE Film/TV; The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, The Gilded Age, Getting Curious With Jonathan Van Ness. Recent regional: Sweet Charity (Gulfshore), Gene & Gilda (George Street), Beautiful (The Wick). Other regional: Pittsburgh CLO, Theatre Aspen, The Ordway, Tuacahn, Bucks County Playhouse, George Street, Syracuse Stage, The Lex and many more www BobbieZlotnik com
Max Hagen (Company Manager) is thrilled to return to The Sharon Playhouse for his fifth summer. In past years, Max has worked on MainStage productions as A2 and Assistant Stage Manager, and on YouthStage productions as Assistant Director and Production Stage Manager This past winter, Max graduated from Sarah Lawrence College where he concentrated in theatrical sound design, performance, and LGBTQ+ studies.
Alix Lewis (Technical Director) has been part of Sharon Playhouse in various roles for five years now and is very happy to have a place in it She was the Lighting Designer for the productions of Oliver!, Something Rotten, Shear Madness and A Raisin in the Sun at the playhouse. She is a graduate of Western Connecticut State University with a degree in Theater Design and Tech. She is very happy to be with the playhouse again this summer in this role and work alongside the fabulous people here
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Nick Olmoz (A1)- Returning for his second season as A1, Nick is an Audio Engineer and Composer from Millbrook NY. A graduate of Purchase College, he has worked for the NYC Ballet at Lincoln Center, Fast Company and Wired, and multiple local venues and schools, providing audio and original compositions for productions Looking for an A1 or composer beginning mid-October? Feel free to come up to the sound board after the show, or visit his website at nickolmoz.com.
Karla Woodworth (Scenic Artist) has a degree in fine art from Paier College of Art She has been classically trained in a number of mediums including scenic art, faux finishes and Rosemaling. She feels blessed to be here at the Sharon Playhouse amongst so much talent and great folk Here’s to another great season!
James McFarland (Production Carpenter) is an experienced carpenter, brings passion and versatility to every job. His recent credits include a carpenter in All Shook Up at the Cumberland County Playhouse and a brief role as assistant stage manager for several university productions John's commitment to theatre and his ability to connect with co-workers has transformed his life He has trained extensively in carpentry tools, including construction and modification of theatre sets. Beyond the shop, James is an avid reader and traveler, seeking inspiration from diverse cultures and experiences He is passionate about exploring the transformative power of theatre and is thrilled to be part of this company
Megan Oravitz (Production Carpenter) is a Red Hook, Brooklyn-based freelance carpenter, PA, and driver for theater and film, though she gained her start doing stage management She has worked for Off-Broadway theaters, commercials and documentaries, and a variety of prop and fabrication companies but she has missed being a part of theater productions, and is excited for the summer!
Sophie Bardos (Production Carpenter & Electrician) Sophie is a CT-based designer, technician, and artist They recently served as Resident Lighting Designer at the Downtown Cabaret Theatre and currently serve as the Technical Director at Fairfield Ludlowe High School Recent credits: Peter & the Starcatcher (Norwalk Conservatory), Fiddler on the Roof (ACT of CT), and Sleeping Beauty (Downtown Cabaret Theatre) Come say hi: www.SophieBardos.com @sbardosdesign
Noah Ciccimarro (Production Electrician) is excited to work his first season with Sharon Playhouse As a life long resident of Connecticut and a recent graduate from the University of Connecticut with a BFA in Design & Technical Theater, Noah loves the opportunity to bring theater to his local community. His previous work could be seen at Connecticut Repertory Theater with productions such as The Moors (Lighting Designer) and Memories in Shadow (Lighting Design)
Nicki Damico (Props Manager) returns to the Sharon Playhouse for her second season, delighted to join their excellent team Though a native New Yorker she lived for many years in Portland, OR, where her props were seen around the city. Favorite shows include, Drammy nominated: Davita's Harp (JTC), Luna Gale (CoHo), and One Man Two Governors (Lakewood). She recently provided props for Cinderella (Warner Theater). Nicki is a graduate of Purchase College, and lives in New Milford with her sweet dog, Remy
Simon Brewster (Wardrobe Supervisor) is very excited to be joining the Sharon Playhouse for the season. He has worked across the country at theaters such as the Central City Opera in Central City, Colorado and the Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy, Utah He has run costumes for shows such as Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and designed for shows such as A Grand Night for Singing and Men on Boats at Wagner College.
Savannah Mantone (Theater Admin & Production Assistant) is thrilled to be at Sharon Playhouse for her first summer season! She recently graduated from Western Connecticut State University with a BFA in Stage Management. Her stage management credits include; Legally Blonde, Next to Normal and Something Rotten! at WCSU. She would like to thank the Playhouse staff for this amazing opportunity!
Lucas Peck (Assistant Production Electrician) is delighted to be joining Sharon Playhouse for their summer season. Lucas is currently pursuing their BFA in Theatre Arts Design/Technology at Western Connecticut State University Their recent credits include Sunday In the Park With George (A1/Mixer), Legally Blonde (Master Electrician), Next To Normal (Prod. Audio/A1), and West Side Story (Lighting Designer).
Zachery Beaumont (Assistant Production Electrician) of Tolland, CT, and graduate from ECSU this year, is excited to work with Sharon Playhouse this season. His past work at ECSU includes lighting design, production electrician, lighting board operator, stage management, flyrail operator, run crew, projections programmer, and soundboard operator He has also returned to his alma mater, Tolland High School, working as the lighting and technical advisor for Hadestown: Teen Edition
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Marinell Crippen (House Manager) I love being here and House Managing. I get to interact with so many people and make so many people happy And I think we have the best volunteers anywhere that usher and park and I am lucky enough to work with them
Lynette Shy (Marketing Consultant) Confluence Arts Solutions CEO of Confluence Arts Solutions, has been pivotal in arts marketing and leadership since 2003 Boasting nearly two decades in the industry, Lynette's expertise is not only evident in her impactful campaigns, two of which garnered four Emmy awards, but also in her adeptness at crafting strategies. Using her deep industry knowledge, she's helped artists and organizations flourish and grow. Her ten-year tenure as Marketing Director at BalletMet and 13 transformative years as Managing Artistic Director at Snap! Performance Productions underlines her dedication and vision Above all, Lynette's passion lies in the art itself and in her unwavering commitment to sharing its beauty and power with the world
Megan Woodward (Marketing Consultant) Confluence Arts Solutions stands at the unique intersection of arts and business, bringing a fervent passion to both fields Graduating Magna Cum Laude, Megan holds a B F A in Dance from the Ohio State University College of Arts & Sciences and a B S B A in Marketing from the OSU Max M Fisher College of Business. Today, as a Consultant with Confluence Arts Solutions, she's reshaping how artists and arts organizations are managing marketing campaigns and how strategies are visualized. While she once pursued dance on the professional stage, Megan now channels her love for the art into teaching and mentoring the next generation of dancers
Conor Kimlicko (Lighting/Electrics Apprentice) is a 2025 graduate of Montclair State University starting his career in the theatrical world at Sharon Playhouse During his time in college he has worked both as a Lighting Designer and as an Electrician, and is excited to bring the skills he has learned and refine them over the Summer He is proud to start his career here at Sharon Playhouse. It took him longer than one would expect to find his bliss, but he has founded it theatre, doing what he loves. His favorite movie is Alien (1979) and his favorite dinosaur is Ankylosaurus.
Ciara Jade McCurdy (Scenic Apprentice) is a passionate technical theatre designer She has experience in hair and makeup design, scenic design, lighting design, marketing, and directing. Ciara is incredibly well versed when it comes to putting art on stage. She is excited to continue her journey and education as a Sharon Playhouse Apprentice.
Anna Bonelli (Props & Scenic Artistry Apprentice) is very excited to be joining the Sharon Playhouse team this season. She is going into her third year at Theatre Design/Tech major with a concentration in scenic design at SUNY Purchase. Originally from Millbrook, NY. This year's credits include Things I Know To Be True (Scenic Designer) and The Tempest (Scenic Charge) In addition to being a scenic artist, she is also a traditional fine artist specializing in watercolor painting Many thanks to her friends, family and cat Elphie
Sam Kaszas (Costume Apprentice) has worked on CRT and UConn D-series productions like Orphee aux Enfers and The City that Slept They have a background in drawing, sewing, and sculpture and are currently studying Puppet Arts at UConn
Cabe Parrish (Social Media/Marketing Apprentice) is originally from Little Rock, Arkansas and is so excited to be joining the Sharon Playhouse team for the summer! Cabe just graduated from Shenandoah Conservatory with her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre and is currently pursuing her Masters of Science in Performance Arts Leadership Management. She wants to thank her family for their endless support, and you all for supporting the theatrical arts!!
Will Miller (Audience Services Apprentice) is thrilled to be the Audience Services apprentice for the Sharon Playhouse! He is currently studying to get a BFA in acting for theater, television, and film at LIU Brooklyn. Some shows he has been in include Macbeth (Witch), The Two Gentleman of Verona (Proteus ) and Little Shop of Horrors (Orin Scrivello) Outside of acting he was the assistant director of LIU's MainStage Hookman, and is also a playwright and screenwriter
Katerina Pacheco Wolf (Sound Apprentice) is a recent graduate of Worcester State University in both theater and biology, and Sharon Playhouse’s current Sound Apprentice They have dabbled widely in theater arts and especially enjoy performance, design, and management Their big dream for the future is to start a gender explorative theater company in Worcester, Massachusetts where they live and were trained, which would offer educational workshops, drag shows and other performance, and of course plays and musicals. Learn more about Katerina at www theaterwithkpw net!
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Douglas & Kathleen Orr
Richard & Jean Osofsky
Ryan Palmer
Catherine Paton
Betsy Pearson
Seena Peck
Nina Peek
Brent Peek and Ralph Williams
Linda Peppe
Lynn Perry & Michael Hallows
Trent Philips
Joe Piserchio
Siran Pirani
Tina Pitcher
Leonard Polletta & Karen Gisonny
Jennifer Pollitt
Bridget Potter
Lori Evans Pugh
Henry & Anne Putzel
Joyce Quattrociocchi
James & Linda Quella
Martha Ramey
Laura Ramsey
Laurance & Carol Rand
Mili & Charles Randolph
Allen & Kirsten Rappleyea
Clare Rashkoff
Greg & Jeremy Rassen
Jennie May Rehnberg
Ray & Veronica Relyea
Sylvia & John Rodman
Jeffrey Rosen
Gail Rothschild &
Stephen Furnstahl
Steven & Catherine Sabatini
Stephen & Janice Sabellico
John Saldivar
William & Suzanne Sales
Alexis Samelson
Renee Sartori
Francis Schell
The Schmidt Family
Campbell & Kathleen Scott
Arlene Segalla
Linda Segalla
Celeste Shannon
Karen & Martin Scheer
James Silvia
Meryl Simmons
Jennifer A Sims
Linda Sloan & John Atchley
Isabel & Andrew Sloan Robbins
Jim & Mary Smith
Sarah and Josh Smith
Lawrence Smith
Lee Sohl
William Spalding
Kurt Stampfle & Linda Patz
Joel Stein
Gary Steinkohl & Casey Cook
Clifford & Lucia Storr
Elizabeth Strauss
Joan Taylor
Craig Thompson
Vickie Tillman & Joan Lewis
Candice Torres
Michael Trapp
Tom & Nancy Trowbridge
Edgar & Anne Upson
Charles & Margaret Vail
Dominik Valcin
Jeanne Valentine-Chase
Kathy Valko
Lois Van Houten
Frank Veteran
Jean Vitalis
Susan & Dick Vreeland
Cynthia Walsh
William Walsh
Arete Warren
Bill & Kathy Weigel
Roseanne Weinstein
Stephen Wermiel & Rhonda Schwartz
Lisa White
Janet Whitman
Robert & Leah Wilcox
Christina Winburn
Angela Wright
Joan & Walter Yahn
Ben & Desi Zalman
Nancy Zannini & Christopher Roberts
Michael Zients & Derek Larson
PLAYHOUSE VOLUNTEERS
AlexRosenAmbriz
AliceQuinlan
AmyFountain
AmyLake
AniKuba
AnitaDykeman
AnitaKiewra
AnnDecerbo
AnnHardy
AnnMarieDunn
BarbVasaturo
BarbaraBergh
BarbaraDelprete
BarbaraGiordano
BarbaraJaklitsch
BarbaraJohnson
BethCannata
BethCraig
BethIsler
BetsyClark
BobKeay
CaraTomasetti
CarlJenter
CarolineCroopin
CatherinePaton
CharlieFauci
ChiaraNadel
ChicoAller
ChrisBurchfield
CindyOBrien
DanaLamberti
DannyMusha
DaveCadwell
DavidPalmieri
DebFlanigan
DebbyMark
DebraFauci
DianaParut
DonnaMaxwell
DonnieSeaton
EdThorney
EileenEpperson
EllenHaggerty
GailAllyn
GuyGnerre
HeleneMinton
JackieSwetz
JaneMullen
JaneWilliams
JanetNeary
JenniferTuroff
JillGibbons
JillKeay
JoanGwillin
JoanneSeaton
JoeSalamone
John&SharonWarman
JohnHeierman
JonathonGaughan
JuliaDiMarzo
KaraRiley
KarenChipouras
KathyDessin
KathyCrippen
KathySlendorn
KathyWeiser
KatieAtkinson
KellenLehmkuhl
KenHarper
KimGnerre
KirstenRappleyea
LauraBushey
LindaFauci
LindaKinney
LisaJarvis
LizBonelli
LizLangan
LizO'Neil&BillMorris
LizPiel
LouisePillai
LynnDeHaan
MackenzieLasher
MaggieCrain
MalloryStorms
MariaPolhemus
MarieBates
MarieSpencer
MaryEllenBaldwin
MeliaHill
MimiEstes
MollieSosin
NancyAuffarth
NancyHiggins
NyhishaGibbs
PatriciaDecker
PaulAtkinson
PaulMulholland
PegO'Hara
PeterCrippen
PriscillaMcCord
RickAronstein
RitaDelgado
RobinGoldberg
RyanCurley
SallyHambleton
SarahMarshall
SandraMayette
SandyShuttleworth
SarahSciamatore
SherriHondrop
SophiaKaufman
StephanieGallaher
SueO'Hearn
SueClemente
SusanHennelly
SusieHackel
SusieMieras
Suzi&JohnCreech
SylviaCrippen
TerreLefferts
TinaMillman
Tom&JoyceWeeks
Tyler
VeronicaMartin-Follette
WendyAnderson
WendyNewth
EmilySoell
SarahCombs
ChrisDrago
KimFiertz
KarenGrimaldi
BarbaraZucker-Pinchoff
BarryPinchoff
KellyDandar
GalenDeHaan
DebraKelsey
elizabethBonelli
ElizabethThompson
StephanieTierney
DeborahMark
PaulSmith
ElizabethMauro
MarinellCrippen
TracyFlynn
KyleeWard
TrishO'Marra
DeniseKim
SoledadNadel
MarsiBoon
NicoleAudia
PennyHartz
StarrRexdale
MaryO'Neill
RuthChoate
BetsyBeck
DennisBanks
AlanTurner
CynthiaWalker
HarrietWeiss
MaryPriestman
TerryTemple
EllenKunes
KimberlyCompton
MarieHughes
KathleenDessin
JanetNeary
GailHammond
KarenSkidgell
JimClarkeson
AlainaMancini
JeffreyKarn
BarbaraVasaturo
JillKarn
ElinorWolgemuth
ChristopherMarks
EileenMurphy
HadleyButler
AlbertGinoves
AndrusNichols
AndyDelgado
AnnieBrooks
CarolynSalas
ChloeFazio
DavidPalmieri
DonaldSosin
DorothyLuongo
EmilyTabor
FernSmart
GraceCaddell
HermanCompton
HWood
JackiDiMarzo
JanWhite
JMead
JenniferLehner
JohnChampion
JunkoHidaka
KarenRoberts
KatherineAlmquist
MaureenAckerman
NancyBayersdorfer
NoemiFelicite
SeenaM Peck
SteveLehner
SueClemente
SuziandJohnCreech
TJMurtagh
TomOvitt
TroyHanshe
UdoHinck
MERCHANDISE
PURCHASE IN THE LOBBY PURCHASEINTHELOBBY
THE SULZBERGER ROLFE FOUNDATION
A 3-year grant from The Sulzberger-Rolfe Foundation has funded the permanent Production Rig at Sharon Playhouse.
