Next To Normal
Music By Tom Kitt | Book & Lyrics By Brian Yorkey
Directed By Kristin Clippard | Music Direction By Bert Rodriguez
Previews: SEPT 23-25, 2025
Opening: SEPT 26, 2025
Closing: NOV 1, 2025
ASL Performance: OCT 14, 2025
Runtime: 2hr
Side Effects May Include... Dysfunction
Dan is an architect; Diana rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their children are bright, wise-cracking teens. They may seem like a typical American family, but their lives are anything but normal - Diana has been battling bipolar disorder for 16 years. Containing a thrilling contemporary score by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, Next to Normal is a dramatic and emotional powerhouse of a musical about a family trying to take care of themselves and each other. Join Significant Productions as we celebrate our 10th season with this reimagining of our debut production. Whitney Morse is reprising her critically acclaimed role as Diana, who Chicago critics hailed as "rueful but free of self-pity, funny without resorting to stereotype, and all-around engaging." - Kelly Kleiman. Don't miss the show, The New York Times called "Much more than a feel-good musical; it is a feel-everything musical.
Cast
Whitney Morse* (she/her) is a proud member of Actors Equity and just returned from her Off-Broadway Debut in Abingdon Theatre's 'Til Death alongside Judy Kaye and Robert Cuccioli. Regional Credits include: Every Brilliant Thing (Pennsylvania Shakes) Beauty and The Beast (Garden Theatre), Next To Normal, The Last Five Years, Proof (BWW Award), Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune, Company, White Rabbit Red Rabbit, Tell Me On a Sunday, Now. Here. This., A Doll's House, Urinetown and Unnecessary Farce (The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol), The Secret Garden, 1776, Big River and Outside Mullingar (Mad Cow Theatre), Every Brilliant Thing and Much Ado About Nothing (Orlando Shakes), The Giver (Orlando Rep), Other Desert Cities (Citadel Theatre), The Children's Hour (Pride Films and Plays), Spike Heels (Brown Paper Box), The Turn of the Screw, Jeeves at Sea, Unnecessary Farce and The Merchant of Venice (First Folio Theater). Whitney is also the Artistic Director of Significant Productions. MFA Acting — Columbia University. University School of the Arts. www.whitneymorse.com IG handle: @whitneyalicemorse
Alex is elated to return to the Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol after appearing in The Story of My Life (Alvin Kelby) and A Doll's House (Torvald Helmer). As a resident of southeast Florida, Alex has performed around the state with such companies as Walt Disney World, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Asolo Rep, Palm Beach Dramaworks, Actors' Playhouse, Slow Burn Theatre Company, TheatreZone, freeFall Theatre and others. Regionally, he has performed in The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, the Footloose National Tour, and at McCarter Theatre Center, Gateway Playhouse, Porthouse Theatre, Little Theatre on the Square and many more. Alex is a Millikin University graduate (BFA Music Theatre) and tennis fanatic. Many thanks to Whitney and the entire N2N and SigPro teams. Love to Michael.
Off-Broadway: Dustin in the three-time Drama Desk nominated Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical (Playhouse 46), Runka in Hip Hop Cinderella (New Victory Theatre). He was also selected to perform at the Town Hall as a "Broadway Rising Star". Other credits: Jekyll & Hyde (White Plains Performing Arts Center), Playlist Performer (Carnival Cruise Line), Ivories (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), Roger in Grease (North Shore Music Theatre) and Ogie in Waitress (Michigan Stage). LaChanze Performance Award winner. Bobby G Award nominee. Television: BroadwayHD/Prime Video ("Stranger Sings!") "Good Day New York" BFA Musical Theatre, Marymount Manhattan College. Find him on social media: @liljaymiah
Elena is thrilled to be making her regional theatre debut at The Studio Theatre! Previous credits include Diana Morales in A Chorus Line and Irene Molloy in Hello, Dolly! (North Texas Performing Arts), and Metellus Cimber in Julius Caesar (Ohio Northern) – okay, range. As the undisputed favorite child, stepping into Natalie's overlooked shoes has been a challenge, but she's honored to take on all Natalie carries – even if it was a hard pill for her parents to swallow (they've adjusted… mostly). Endless thanks to her parents, brothers, and vocal coach David Gaschen. She's back on the job hunt come November – so if you like what you see, catch her after curtain call. @elena.grace.rosales… she's gonna be big!
Ethan is thrilled to be making his debut with Significant Productions! New York City, born and bred. Past Credits: BLENDED 和(HARMONY): The Kim Loo Sisters (Theater Mu, Broadway World Best Supporting Actor in a Musical Nominee), Double Helix (Goodspeed Musicals, Bay Street Theater), Sweeney Todd (Winnipesaukee Playhouse), Everest (National Asian Artists Project), The Sound of Music (NCAA at Jean’s Playhouse), Working: A Musical (LaGuardia PAC). BFA '23, Western Connecticut State University. LaGuardia Arts Vocal Music '19. Proudly represented by and eternally grateful to Eric, Ellery, and Stephanie at The Mine Agency. To Mom, Dad, Estella, and 婆婆, I hope Next to Normal is perfect for you. www.ethanymchan.com
Brett is thrilled to reprise this role for the 10th anniversary at the Studio Theatre! Brett is an actor, producer, composer/lyricist and dramaturg. Based in New York City for 14 years, he has performed off-Broadway, as well as on national and international tours and cruise lines. Favorite theatre credits include LeFou (Beauty and the Beast), Jack Ruby (Oswald, world premiere), and The Baker (Into the Woods). Producing credits include: The Kite Runner (Broadway, National Tour), Dracula: a Comedy of Terrors (West End: London, off-Broadway), and 'Til Death (off-Broadway). His passion is developing new works by lesser-known writers: "from script to stage." Blessed to have the support of his wife, Ashley, and four-year-old son, Benton. @RicciBrett
Beth Ann is thrilled to be making her debut with The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol! Originally from Knoxville, TN, she has spent the majority of her life traveling and telling stories. Some of her favorite credits include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Hello, Dolly! (Encore Performing Arts), Significant Other (New Generation Theatrical), Turn of the Screw (11th Hour Productions), Bare: A Pop Opera (Off-Broadway Revival), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), and Bernstein's Mass (Royal Scottish National Orchestra). She received her bachelor's degree from Middle Tennessee State University and her master's degree from The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. A million thanks to her family and the beautiful support system and community she has gained since moving to Orlando. @kiss_of_beth
Avianna is thrilled to make her The Studio Theater Tierra del Sol debut with this powerful production. She has long felt a deep connection to the material and is honored and beyond grateful for the chance to work alongside such a remarkable team. Some of her favorite performance credits include Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar (Theater West End), Barb in Stranger Sings (Dr. Phillips Center For the Performing Arts), Disco Singer in 54 (Renaissance Theatre Company), and Susie in Snapshots (Winter Park Playhouse). May this story find you where you are and leave you changed. As always, endless thanks to her friends and family for their constant love and support. Instagram: @avytato
Harrison is a New York based actor and alum of Nazareth University, where he received his BFA in musical theatre. Harrison has performed regionally with theatres such as The REV Theatre Company, Totem Pole Playhouse, West Virginia Public Theatre, and more. Favorite past roles include LeFou (Beauty and the Beast), Willard (Footloose), and Tank in the debut of Zanna, Don't – the Reboot!, a rewrite of the cult classic off-Broadway musical Zanna, Don't! Harrison is thrilled to make his debut at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol and would like to extend a huge thanks to the cast, crew, and creatives, as well as the team at YOU Talent Agency. @harrisonsakai | www.harrisonsakai.com
Russell is thrilled to be back onstage at The Studio Theatre, where patrons will remember his performances as Ernst in Cabaret and Mitch Mahoney in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Other recent performance credits include: Rock of Ages (Theater West End); Route 66 (Winter Park Playhouse); and Stranger Sings! (Dr. Phillips Center). A prolific cabaret performer, Russell has appeared in solo shows at venues including The Sharon, The Winter Park Playhouse, The Blue Bamboo, and The Abbey, and he will make his debut at Judson's Live at the Dr. Phillips Center in January. His musical arrangements have been featured in concerts and cabarets throughout the southeast and in New York. Proud graduate of the University of Alabama's Musical Theatre program.
Creative Team
Selected credits include: Ugly Lies the Bone, A Night in November, Dear Jack, Dear Louise (Florida Studio Theatre), The Luckiest People, A Christmas Carol (Orlando Shakespeare Theater), Native Gardens, What the Constitution Means to Me, Morning After Grace (The Hippodrome Theatre), Silent Sky, The Roommate (American Stage), Alabaster (Capital Stage), The Agitators (freeFall Theatre), The People Downstairs (Stageworks), Twelfth Night (Island Shakespeare). Kristin holds an MFA in Directing from the University of Iowa, and a BFA in Acting from Wright State University. She is an associate member of the Shakespeare Theatre Association, Theatre Communications Group, and the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society. She sits on the Board of Directors for The National New Play Network.
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Zach is a Midwesterner at heart, born and raised in Illinois but loving life as a Floridian! Zach joined the Stage Management team in Season 9, and loves working with this team! Past favorite Stage Management credits include Exit Laughing, The Vote, Pippin (The Studio Theatre), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Tiananmen: A New Musical, Elf: The Musical, The Lehman Trilogy (The Phoenix Theatre Company), The Book of Will (Illinois Shakes), and Lost in Yonkers directed by Jane Lynch. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Madison was born and raised in the Central Florida area and has been a member of the resident stage management team at The Studio Theatre since Season 6. With nearly a decade of stage management experience, Madison has lived and worked in Central Florida, Philadelphia, and New York. Some of her favorite credits include productions of Urinetown, The Color Purple, Guys & Dolls, Cabaret, RED, Collected Stories, Godspell, Mary Poppins, and Blood Brothers. Madison has worked as an intern with WICKED on Broadway and has stage managed for the Arts for Autism Broadway Concerts and the Broadway Green Alliance. She graduated from the University of the Arts with a BFA in Directing, Playwriting, and Production.
Nicolas holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts from the University of South Florida. There, he worked on shows such as Ride the Cyclone, Little Women, As You Like It, and 9 to 5. Most recently he served as the Assistant Stage Manager for the world premiere of The Boy Who Loved Batman in Tampa, Florida. Other Credits include The Drowsy Chaperone, Fiddler on the Roof, and The Wizard of Oz (Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre).
Joshua has been honing his craft as a scenic designer, scenic artist, and props artisan for the past decade and recently transplanted to central Florida. Previous props design credits have included Big the Musical, Looped, Man of La Mancha (Garden Theatre), Oklahoma!, Little Shop of Horrors, Ragtime, Grease, Sunset Blvd., Curtains, Camelot (Mac-Haydn Theatre), James and the Giant Peach, Wizard of Oz (Limelight Performing Arts Center). Joshua has a Master's of Fine Arts in Stage Design from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Examples of his work are at joshuaegallagher.com.
Emily is an intimacy choreographer and theatre director based in Washington state. Her intimacy choreography credits include Spring Awakening, Stupid F*****g Bird, Holiday Inn (Central Theatre Ensemble); Angels in America (University of Wisconsin Madison); In the Blood, Fefu and her Friends, Nora (Purdue University); Carousel, The Sound of Music (Leavenworth Summer Theatre); The Thin Place (ACT Seattle). Emily is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Central Washington University, where she teaches performance. She is associate faculty with Theatrical Intimacy Education (TIE), a founding member of PNW Theatrical Intimacy Collective, a member of SDC (Stage Directors & Choreographers Society), and a registered yoga instructor who leads Yoga for Artists workshops around the country. www.emilyrollie.com
Since 2022 Melissa has been the Resident Costume Designer and Instructor of Theatre at Transylvania University in Lexington, KY. With a BFA from Randolph-Macon Woman's College and an MFA from the University of Iowa her work as designer, artisan, and educator has spanned numerous genres and disciplines. Recent Credits include Ghost Music, Pride and Prejudice, The Moors, The Children's Hour, The Tempest, Angels in America, Little Women (Transylvania University Theatre), The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, Footloose, A Grand Night For Singing (University of Kentucky) The Outsider (Keegan Theatre), Sherlock! The Musical, Hand to God, Speech and Debate, As You Like It (abridged) (McDaniel College). www.melissaleighgilbert.com
Ethan is pleased to be joining the team for the first time at Significant Productions. Credits include–The Sarasota Ballet: La Sylphide; Florida Studio Theatre: Black Pearl Sings, What the Constitution Means to Me; Urbanite Theatre: The Burdens, At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen; Asolo Repertory Theatre: Grand Horizons, Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer, Camelot; The Players Centre for the Performing Arts (Sarasota, FL): Head Over Heels, All Shook Up; Millbrook Playhouse (Mill Hall, PA): 65 Productions including the regional premiere of Fun Home. He was the recipient of the 2013 USITT YD&T Award, sponsored by Barbizon Lighting Company, for A Midsummer Night's Dream that he designed at Purdue University. He is also the Production Manager and Resident Lighting Designer for the Sarasota Ballet.
Rew has previously designed for the SigPro shows La Cage Aux Folles, The Vote, and Suite Surrender. You can often hear his work at Urbanite Theatre in Sarasota, where his past credits include Birds of North America, Spaceman and The Sound Inside. Credits from elsewhere include Eurydice, Grounded, Sofonisba and a plethora of Shakespeare for Theatre at Monmouth in Maine, Double Happiness for Oakland Ballet in California, Amadeus for Gretna Theatre in Pennsylvania, Bo-Nita for Denizen Theatre in New York, and The Remarkable Rooming-House of Madame LeMonde for Beau Jest Moving Theatre in Massachusetts. You will be able to hear his work this spring at the FSU Conservatory where he'll be designing Exit, Pursued by Bear and even more Shakespeare! He is always delighted to be a part of this vibrant family of artists.
Dr. Lauren Butterfield, MD is a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist practicing in St. Petersburg Florida. She attended medical school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and psychiatry residency and fellowship at Emory Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Butterfield specializes in the treatment of anxiety and depression in adolescents and young adults. As an actor and musician herself, Dr. Butterfield often incorporates the arts into her treatment and urges her patients to explore this within themselves as another modality to help manage their symptoms.
Jacob was most recently the Male Swing in "Ain't Misbehavin'" with The Orlando Shakes, Choreographer for "A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum" at The Athens Theater in DeLand, the role of Mitch Mahoney and Choreographer for "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" at Theater West End in Sanford, and the role of Tristan as well as Movement Consultant for "The Inheritance" with The Ensemble Company in Oviedo. He is also the Dance Director for IconX Dance Theatre at Seminole High School 9th Grade Center in Sanford, FL. You can find him on Tik Tok and Instagram as JayJayDoomsday or on Facebook as Jacob Eaddy.
Delicia is happy to be back with The Studio Theatre. You've just seen her onstage as Murphy Stevens in Suite Surrender. Previously, she worked backstage on Pippin and When We Were Young and Unafraid. Prior acting roles include Jean in POTUS, Anna in Burn This, Powell in Men on Boats, June in A Map of Virtue, and Emmy in A Doll's House Part 2 (Second Stage Theatre at Stetson University). Without further ado she hopes you enjoy the show!
SigPro Staff
Jason Goedken has been the operations manager at The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center since its opening in 2015. Prior to his time in Florida, he spent the previous 11 years working in various theatres in NYC and Chicago. Jason helped found both The Sharon and The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol and manages the staff from both venues. Although his work is mostly behind-the-scenes, he made a memorable acting debut in The Studio Theatre's Second Season as Harry in Company.
Whitney Morse is a performer, teaching artist, and Artistic Director in Central Florida. In 2011, she earned her MFA in Acting from Columbia University School of The Arts, where she studied with some of the world's leading teaching artists including Kristin Linklater, Andrei Serban, Olympia Dukakis, Larry Singer and Anne Bogart. Whitney was a founding member of Prologue Theatre Company in Chicago where she served as Literary Manager and Casting Director. As a performer, her work at The Studio includes Next To Normal, Proof (Broadway World Award), Frankie and Johnny…, Tell Me On A Sunday, A Doll's House, 9 to 5, Elegies, and White Rabbit, Red Rabbit, among many others. Whitney is also the Artistic Director of The Sharon. www.whitneymorse.com
Angel Creeks comes to The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol with thirty years of experience in the performing arts. A dancer, singer, actor, teacher, choreographer, and director, she has been seen in film, television, and stage. Credits include: Broadway (Chicago the Musical, Fosse the Musical), tours and artists (Starlight Express, Chicago the Musical, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Anne Reinking), regional and theme park (Frozen-Live at the Hyperion, Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular, The King and I, Stars Wars Galactic Starcruiser), direction and choreography (Romeo and Juliet, Ordinary Days, Godspell, Hairspray, Chicago the Musical, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Seussical), film/television (Days of Our Lives, Living Single, North Hollywood). An advocate for social justice and equality, a founding member of the non-profit organization: PSPI.org (Parent Student Prison Initiative). She works with CFEABlackbook.org (Central Florida Entertainment Advocacy) and Blacktheatregirlmagic.org in Orlando. She has a B.A. in Performing Arts from St. Mary's College. Certified in leadership from University of Notre Dame. She is honored to be a part of this group of amazingly talented people.
Jon has been working in live events for fifteen years. His professional journey before joining The Sharon in 2021 included Dave Matthews Band, Huey Lewis & The News, World Wrestling Entertainment, Apple Events, Universal Parks and Resorts, and The Walt Disney Company. Jon currently serves as Director of Operations at SigPro, where he supports the production and operations teams across both of our world-class venues. An avid cruiser and theme park fan, Jon spends as much time at Disney or in the middle of the ocean as possible.
Since joining this organization in 2018, Leslie has had the privilege of working across various facets of the theatre. Now, as the Director of People, Projects, and Culture, she is dedicated to working closely with the team to cultivate an inclusive and collaborative workplace environment. Leslie believes that fostering an inclusive and supportive culture is essential for creating exceptional art, art that SigPro is proud to share with its audiences. Leslie is grateful for the opportunity to serve this talented team and contribute to the vibrant arts community, she extends thanks to the audience for their continued support of the arts.
Yasmeen has professionally supported the arts in our community since 2015. Having worked, performed, and supported the arts since she was 8 years old, she has grown passionate about keeping the arts alive and active. Yasmeen was a professional flutist, competitive conductor, has launched Music Arts Society chapters, and founded a Collegiate Marching Band Program. Yasmeen has been involved and graduated from many leadership and organizational development programs, including Panhellenic Sorority, NCAA athletics, National Camp School, and spent years as a Director and Ambassador of The Villages. To this day, she stands by the training and leadership gained within music and performing arts programs. She is set to ignite the passion and purpose in others to support the arts.
Stephanie Elliott (she/her) has been professionally working in theatre since graduating from The University of Florida BA Theatre & Dance program in 2011. Previous experience includes Orlando Family Stage (Assistant Stage Manager), Garden Theatre (Production Stage Manager and Company Manager), Theater West End (Production Stage Manager), Orlando Fringe (Production Stage Manager), Virgin Voyages (Rehearsal Stage Management Supervisor), Epic Universe (Coordinator for Untrainable Dragon Show), and SeaWorld (Stage Manager of POP!). When she is not facilitating brave spaces for performers and creative teams to play pretend or explore the human condition, she can be found at home with her husband, three children, and their ever-growing list of farm animals.
Clayton is from the DFW area of Texas. Always wanting a career in theatre, he received his BA in Theatre from the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, AR. After graduating, Clay worked as the Technical Director at Circa' 21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island, IL before joining The Studio Theatre team in 2018. When not in the theatre, he is out hiking, kayaking or biking the wonders of mother nature across the country. Clay invites everyone to see the brilliant work our team does at both The Sharon and The Studio venues!
Originally from the Hudson Valley area in New York. Alison graduated with her AAS from Genesee Community College in technical theater and BA in theater from UNLV with a concentration in carpentry and technical direction. She has interned with Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, MA, and worked at UFPA as head carpenter. Shes loves building spaces for imaginary people for The Villages audience to enjoy! Thank you to my husband. You are my rock! Shout out to theater gremlins, please stop taking my tools.
Mario Gonzalez is thrilled to be working as the Lighting Supervisor for The Studio Theatre. He graduated in 2025 from the University of Florida with his MFA in Lighting Design, where he designed multiple shows including Macbeth, Blood at the Root, and Pipeline. He also has a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Tampa. He's incredibly excited to start this new chapter with Significant Productions and cannot wait to help create incredible shows.
Dio Raquel Jr. hails from Honolulu, HI - sharing his Aloha to various areas of the country through Theatrical Lighting Design and Performance. He currently holds his Theatre Performance Certificate from Del Sol Academy of the Performing Arts (Las Vegas, NV) and his B.F.A. Theatre Studies in Lighting, Arts Leadership, and Musical Theatre from Nebraska Wesleyan University (Lincoln, NE). He had the privilege to design new works such as Not Too Far Distant by Becky Boesen and Umbra by K. Evans in Lancaster County, NE alongside iconic works from Anton Chekhov's Three Sisters and Diana Son's Stop Kiss. He recently made his Studio Theatre Tierra Del Sol design debut in Michael McKeever's Suite Surrender. Notable works for performance include Little Shop of Horrors (U/S Seymour Krelborn), Hello Dolly! (Ambrose Kemper), and Fun Home (Roy/Mark). He currently serves as an Associate Lighting Supervisor/Lighting Technician for Significant Productions - continuing to innovate and develop lighting to be known as character in various stories.
Kimber King recently earned her MFA in acting from UCF, but her roots are in production. She comes from a long line of musicians. Sound was a natural obsession for her from an early age. She studied audio at Grand Valley State University in Michigan. After graduation she engineered for ProAudio in Grand Rapids MI working for national artists like Heart, Gladys Knight, Bonnie Raitt, Eddie Money, and James Brown. She was a company member and resident sound engineer/designer for The Playhouse at White Lake for nearly 14 years. Whether acting, directing, educating, or producing, Kimber loves all things storytelling. She is fascinated by sound and seizes every opportunity to create a new scape or to learn a new skill.
Antonio Campagna, born in Caracas, Venezuela, with Italian heritage, found his way to the United States in 2013. His passion for art and entertainment led him to graduate in Film Production and obtain a Certificate in Stage Technology from Valencia College. Since childhood, he has cultivated his artistic talent, writing plays and exploring various forms of creative expression. Currently, he channels his love for entertainment at The Studio, where he plays a crucial role in creating sets and stages for theatrical productions. His world revolves around the fascinating universe of performing arts, where he continues to make his mark with creativity and dedication.
Verna was born and raised here in sunny central Florida and is excited at the opportunity to present important and culturally relevant theater to her home community. She's been with The Studio Theatre since 2023 but has been a lover of the performing arts as long as she can remember. She's happy to be able to express that love in the workshop!
Cory is a graduate of the Masters in Entertainment Design at Southern Methodist University and received his undergraduate degree from East Texas Baptist University. Before packing up the truck and moving to paradise, he assisted Elaine J. McCarthy on the world premiere opera The Diving Bell and the Butterfly at The Dallas Opera. He is a freelance costume and scenic designer currently based in Central Florida. Selected designs include Cabaret (The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol), Next to Normal (Theater 3), Plano (Richland College Theatre), Let the Right One In (Outcry Theatre), The Rape of Lucretia (Meadows Lyric Theatre), Twelfth Night - The Musical (Southern Methodist University), and The Odyssey (Dallas Theatre Center-Public Works Dallas). IG: @thartsofthartopolis
Ryan is an active musician, vocalist, and collaborative arts producer. Trained as a classical musician at Ohio State University, he is a descendant of the Max Aronoff line of violists through studies with Marcia Ferritto and studied chamber music with the Cavani String Quartet. Ryan has played in Principal positions under numerous notable conductors and composers and shared the stage with various artists including Josh Groban, Idina Menzel, Barry Manilow, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra in addition to making a Carnegie Hall debut in 2023. He has been seen and heard on SigPro stages in over 450 performances and served as Assistant Music Director, Cover Conductor, or Music Supervisor for 9 to 5, Assassins, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Cabaret, Little Shop of Horrors, Pippin, ILYYPNC, and Next to Normal. Ryan is Artistic Director of an annual summer concert series in conjunction with the Chicago Park District. As well, he produces A Quiet Christmas each year in The Villages with friend and colleague Angie Rose. Many thanks to his work family at SigPro for their amazing and diverse talents, and to Ben for his support of my crazy career in the arts! www.aquietchristmas.org | @loeckelmusik
Alec has a long history of working with theatre productions. After over a decade of working on and around the stage, he feels most at home in the theatre and is very proud to be Significant Production's House Manager. Favorite credits include Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along-Blog (Colorado, 2012), La Traviata and La Boheme (Germany, 2017), and Ada and the Engine (The Studio Theatre, 2021). Alec also has experience in set building, stage managing, and directing. He holds two degrees in Theatre Studies and Music from the University of Northern Colorado. It is always a privilege to work in the industry that you love, so Alec would like to thank The Studio family, Significant Productions, and his own immensely supportive family for everything they do.
Tina attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Marquette University where she earned a B.A. in Journalism and a minor in Marketing. She has spent the majority of her career working as office manager and children's ministry director in large churches with lots of volunteers. A great joy has been teaching children's choir for many years. Music, dance, and theater is vital in her life and she enjoys performing as well as directing. She and her husband have two sons. Tina loves living in The Villages and is delighted to celebrate her "un-retirement" joining SigPro as Assistant House Manager.
Savannah is excited to join Significant Production's House Management Team. She comes with 13 years of experience in the customer service industry and is very much looking forward to using her skills to enhance the experiences of patrons at The Studio Theatre. Prior to joining the theatre industry, she honed her hospitality skills at several companies, her favorite of which were the Mast General Store in Valle Crucis, North Carolina and the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida. Savannah prides herself on displaying strong attention to detail and infusing positivity into her workplace. In her personal time, she enjoys baking, traveling, and antiquing. She can't wait to see you at the theatre! My Instagram is @savyrose81
After touring for two decades as a prop person with national tours of Broadway musicals, Lonnie Goertz recently relocated to The Villages from Atlantic Beach, FL to be closer to her mom. A graduate of NYU, some of her credits include Dear Evan Hansen, Jersey Boys, Moulin Rouge, Fun Home, and The Lion King. When she's not in the theater, Lonnie enjoys running, cooking, chatting about vegetables, and chasing lizards in the park with her dog. She's looking forward to becoming a better line dancer and has a hard time saying no to coffee ice cream.
Jordan Gregson is an actor, arts administrator, director, and producer. Jordan proudly serves as the Artistic Associate at Significant Productions. When Jordan isn't assisting with casting and script selection for The Studio Theatre, you can find him in the rehearsal room supporting guest directors, working on his own passion projects, or relaxing at the beach. Selected assistant directing credits include When We Were Young and Unafraid & Angel Street (Significant Productions), Intimate Apparel (Asolo Repertory Theatre), Jekyll & Hyde (Players by the Sea), Power to the Queendom (Black and Latino Playwrights Celebration), Gloria (Texas State University) the 2022 Broadway World Austin Award Winner for Best Play. Selected directing credits include A League of Her Own (Significant Productions), Everyone But Us (Retama Theatre Series), Imaginary Friend & The Meeting (TXST New Play Festival), We Are Proud to Present… & Punk Rock (Apex Theatre Studio). He is an alumnus of Douglas Anderson School of the Arts and Texas State University. jordanhoughgregson.com | @just_jayhgreg
Bolivian roots drive her passion for the arts, food, and people. She is a two-time graduate of the University of Florida, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations and a Master's Degree in Mass Communication, specializing in Global Strategic Communication. She has taken on various roles within The Villages community, leading her to her most recent one as Marketing Director for Significant Productions, where she continues to pursue her love for making stories resonate with diverse communities. When she's not creating stories for work, she's creating memories with her husband and three kids wherever the fun is.
Originally from Illinois with a background in film and photography, she has a passion for telling stories through visual art. She loves being able to use this passion from a marketing perspective. When she isn’t in the office, she enjoys singing and playing her electric ukulele at local establishments. As a performer, she cannot imagine a better way to support other artists than to help put an audience in front of their work.