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Cabaret Playbill

Arrangements by Ian Herman & Carole J. Bufford

CAROLE J. BUFFORD A recipient of the Nightlife, Bistro, and BroadwayWorld Awards for Outstanding Vocalist, Carole has become one of the most sought after young performers on the American jazz and cabaret scene. She recently

enjoyed a highly praised 10 month solo run at New York’s Birdland Jazz Club and a monthly residency at Feinstein’s/54 Below. Her shows, speak easy. (featuring the Grammy Award-winning Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks), Come Together, and You Don’t Own Me earned her rave reviews from The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Times (UK). TONY BRUNO (Drums) is honored and proud of his 30-year work relationship with FST. Recently, Tony appeared in FST’s box office hit Piano Men, and FST’s Summer Mainstage productions of Burt & Me and Always…Patsy Cline. He has drummed for over 65 different musicals across the country, completed 15 national tours, and performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. A career not limited to show drumming, Tony has shared stage and recording studio with many true greats in the music world; William Florian, BB King, The Tokens, Junior Watson, June Garber, Benny E King, and Dick Hyman, to name a few.

CHUCK DAVIS (Guitar) started his musical career playing guitar in rock bands, Top 40 cover bands, and show bands. He was the lead guitarist for The Happenings, See You in September (1966), and I’ve Got Rhythm (1967). He shared the stage with Gloria Gaynor (“I Will Survive”), Lou Rawls, Little Anthony, Johnny Maestro, and The Brooklyn Bridge, Fabian, Bobby Rydell, Lou Christie, Martha Reeves and The Vandella’s, and The Shirelles. A long time resident of Hudson Valley, NY, he relocated to Florida 3 years ago. Most recently, Chuck was the guitarist for FST’s Cabaret show, Piano Men, Always..Patsy Cline (FST), and The Toxic Avenger at Venice Theatre. ASSAF GLEIZNER (Musical Director/Pianist) Born and raised in Israel, Assaf Gleizner works as a composer, MD, orchestrator, and arranger in NYC and around the world. Some of Assaf’s favorite projects are: Stephen Schwartz’s 70th Birthday Concert (Hudson Theatre); Arts For Autism (featuring Kelli O’Hara); The Office! A Musical Parody (Composer, Orchestrator); Friends! The Musical Parody (Composer, Orchestrator); 90210! The Musical (Composer, Orchestrator); Move On: A Sondheim Adventure (Arranger and Co-Producer with jazz vocalist Cyrille Aimee). Assaf is also a member of the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop. KROY PRESLEY is excited to return to FST for their Summer Cabaret Series! He is thrilled to share the stage again with Carole J. Bufford in Come Together: When the 60s Met the 70s. Kroy and Carole first met

ARTIST PROFILES

SEASON UNDERWRITERSThe Exchange of Sarasota, Dennis & Graci McGillicuddy,

Patrick & Mary Mulva, Anne H.S. Nethercott

COME TOGETHER: WHEN THE 60S MET THE 70S

Artistic OversightCATHERINE RANDAZZO

Sound DesignerTHOMAS KORP

Scenic CoordinatorBRUCE PRICE

CASTCarole J. Bufford

BANDDrums ....................................................Tony BrunoGuitar ....................................................Chuck DavisMusic Director/Pianist ....................... Assaf GleiznerBass ..................................................... Kroy Presley

Lighting DesignerNICK JONES

and played together in Roar! at FST (Summer 2017). His first FST appearance was in Million Dollar Quartet as Jay Perkins. His debut as Jay was at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina in Hilton Head, SC (Summer 2016), and he has since performed in 14 productions of the musical hit. For information and additional upcoming performances, visit kroypresley.com.CATHERINE RANDAZZO (Artistic Oversight) serves as Literary Manager, Teaching Artist, Director In-Residence, and professional actor. She handles New Play Development, assists with Cabaret development, and leads outreach programs. This Winter Season, she directed Stage III’s Buyer & Cellar and this season’s Cabarets: Unchained Melodies, Guitar Girls, and The Wonder Years: The Music of the Baby Boomers. She also served on the development team for Guitar Girls. Previously, she directed FST Cabarets: Yesterday: The Music of the British Invasion; Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves; Piano Men; Mack the Knife: The Bobby Darin Songbook; and last year’s record-breaking Blue Suede Shoes. For the Richard & Betty Burdick Series, she has directed and appeared in many readings. BRUCE PRICE (Scenic Coordinator) joined the FST staff in 2002 as the Production Stage Manager. In 2004, he was promoted to Production Manager. Over the past 17 years, he has stage managed over 38 productions and overseen the technical aspects of

over 100 productions here at FST. During his 30 plus years in theatre, Mr. Price has designed sets, lights, and costumes for dozens of productions. Mr. Price has worked regionally at The Alley Theatre and Stage Repertory Theatre both on stage and backstage, but he has found his home here at FST.NICK JONES (Lighting Designer) returns to FST after designing lights for this season’s Buyer & Cellar, Cherry Docs, Hand to God, and Snow White. Having designed in Sarasota and New York, credits span numerous companies and projects such as Asolo Rep, Dog Days Theatre Company, and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. Additionally, he serves as a lighting assistant on the New Year’s Eve Times Square Celebration. For a full list of works, visit his website at standbylx.net.THOMAS KORP (Sound Designer) As FST’s Sound Supervisor, Thom does more than wrangle rogue microphones. Sound design credits include: The Marvelous Wonderettes, Wednesday’s Child, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, The Wonder Years: The Music of the Baby Boomers, Straight White Men, Guitar Girls, Unchained Melodies, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Once, A Chorus Line, Spamalot, Native Gardens, How to Use a Knife, The Columnist, Talley’s Folley, and The West Side Waltz. Mixing Credits: Next to Normal, Smokey Joe’s Café, The World Goes Round, Tango: Buenos Aires, and We Will Rock You.

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SEASON UNDERWRITERSTHE EXCHANGE OF SARASOTA Since 1962, The Exchange of Sarasota has awarded more than $8 million in grants and scholarships in support of the arts of Sarasota and Manatee counties. “A proud supporter of Florida Studio Theatre for more than 30 years, The Exchange of Sarasota is proud to continue the legacy of supporting an organization that is as artistically diverse as FST.” - Karen Koblenz, Executive Director/CEO, The Exchange of SarasotaDENNIS & GRACI MCGILLICUDDY FST is important to us because we believe so strongly in the transformative power of the arts. For close to 30 years now, we have been so fortunate to experience first-hand how that transformative power works its magic in the hands of an organization that is not only experienced and dedicated, but so highly skilled in their craft. The values of the theater and its leadership, as reflected in its mission and as manifested in its work, whether it be on the Mainstage, in the Cabaret, in its Education and

community outreach programs–these are values that we so strongly believe in. As a consequence, it is a privilege for us to be a part of, and be supportive of this great theatre.PATRICK & MARY MULVA We discovered FST upon moving to Sarasota this past July, and were so impressed with the role it plays in providing diverse quality theatre to the community that we knew we wanted to be a part of this venture. We are delighted to be among the Underwriters for the 2018-2019 season, and look forward to many new and different offerings in the years ahead.ANNE H.S. NETHERCOTT (1926-2019) When asked to define giving, Anne said: “My mother used to say the best way to find you is to lose yourself, by focusing on the needs of others rather than on oneself.” So, giving has always been an important family value, which in childhood was reinforced by the community experience of surviving The Depression. Anne was a proud supporter of FST.

Recognizes our Gold Circle members for their commitment to the Art of FST, establishing an endowed fund to support cherished programs for life.

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FST COMPANYBOARD OF TRUSTEES

President ............................................... Dennis McGillicuddyVice-President ............................................. Richard HopkinsSecretary/Treasurer .......................................Jennifer MichellTrustee ..............................................................Gaele BartholdTrustee ...............................................................Georgia CourtTrustee .......................................................... Patricia CourtoisTrustee ................................................................Jeff HotchkissTrustee .............................................................Robert IsraeloffTrustee ..............................................................Barbara LupoffTrustee ................................................................Patrick MulvaTrustee ................................Chief Judge Charles E. Williams

EXECUTIVE STAFFProducing Artistic Director ....................... Richard HopkinsManaging Director ......................................Rebecca Hopkins

ARTISTIC STAFFAssociate Director At-Large .........................Kate AlexanderCasting/Hiring Coordinator ........................... Alexa Doggett Casting/Hiring Associate ............................... James Ashford Resident Pianist ..................................................... Jim ProsserAssociate Artist ................................................. Jason CannonAssociate Artist .......................................Catherine RandazzoDirector of Improvisation ......................................Will LueraAssistant to the Artistic Director .....................Doris IemoloLiterary Associate ................................................. Meg Gilbert

PRODUCTION STAFFProduction Manager ............................................. Bruce PriceMainstage Stage Manager ...................................... Roy JohnsTechnical Director ........................................... Mike SchwentCostume Shop Manager ...........................Adrienne WebberSound Supervisor .................................................Thom KorpProps/Paint Supervisor .............................. Kristine KreutzerLead Carpenter ................................................. Marco Acosta

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFGeneral Manager .............................................Jill ZakrzewskiDirector of IT .................................................... Clarke WeigleDirector of Finance ....................................... Orville Cordero Business Manager .......................................Carmen GonzalezBusiness Office Associate. ...........................Reanna BourqueBusiness Office Associate ................................David WallaceAsst. to the Managing Dir ..........................Phyllis SilvermanFacilities Manager .......................................Joseph Goepfrich Facilities Technician .............................. Mark Quackenbush Company Manager ...........................................Luke JohnsonDirector of Marketing .....................................Becca JenningsPublic Relations Associate ................................. Lydia BaxterDigital Marketing Associate ............................. Emily Blazek Marketing Assistant ............................................. Sarah HaleyMarketing Assistant ..............................................Justin JonesDirector of Indiv. Giving ................ Melody Mora-ShihadehDevelopment Associate .................................Samus HaddadDevelopment Associate ..................................Melanie SlusarPatron Services Manager ....................Kelsey Wehde Wilson Box Office Manager ......................................... Ryan SimpsonAsst. Box Office Manager ...................................Gigi DelperoAsst. Box Office Manager ...........................Noah ScheibmeirEvents Coordinator ........................................Matthew QuickRestaurant Manager .............................................. Tom CurryRestaurant Manager ..........................................Karen KrasterRestaurant Manager ........................................... Josh RodoskiAsst. Restaurant Manager .................................. Kristy PlumReceptionist/ Volunteer Coord ....................... Joan O’Dowd

EDUCATION & TOURSDirector of Children’s Theatre .....................Caroline KaiserDirector of Education ...............................Christine HopkinsEducation Administrator .................................Pamela SmithTeaching Artist/YPF Coordinator ...................Adam Ratner Education Group Sales Assoc ......................Hannah BagnallTeaching Artist .....................................................Denee LortzTeaching Artist ........................................... Katelyn McKelley

COMMUNITY RESOURCE GROUP

AUDIENCE ENRICHMENT GROUP

OUTSIDE ASSISTANCEHouse Counsel ................................................. John PattersonFacility Custodian .....................................Carlos De Oliveira...............................................Confidence Cleaning CompanyCaretaker ................................................................ Doctor Nik

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMActing Apprentice ..................................Samantha Dempsey Acting Apprentice ................................... Anna Lee HawkinsActing Apprentice ...............................................Drew Norris Acting Apprentice ............................................Will StapletonActing/Improv Fellow .............................. Anna WeatherwaxArtistic Intern ..........................................Miguel MaldonadoCompany Management Intern ............Chelsea WhittemoreCostume Intern ............................................. Chelsea BannanDevelopment Intern ....................................Camryn MacIverEducation Fellow ............................................Austin HowethEducation Intern ....................................................... Bea KellyEducation Intern ..........................................Savanah KnechelEducation Intern ................................................ Grant LackeyEducation Intern ................................................Emma PattenEducation Intern ................................................Kiley TeixeiraEducation Intern ....................................................Kate WalshGeneral Management Intern ......................................JT PriarLighting Intern ....................................................Justen Zhang Literary Intern ............................................................ TJ LewisLiterary Intern ............................................... Michael NicholsLiterary Intern .................................................... Jenna TonsorLiterary & Directing Intern ...........................Irene MartinkoLiterary & Playwriting Intern ........................Sarah DurhamMarketing Intern ..............................................Alyssa ParrishProduction Intern ....................................... Thomasa HagneyScenic Production Intern ............................ Joshua WilliamsStage Management Intern ....................................Liora JacobStage Management Intern ................................... Tanner LiasStage Management Intern ............................. David SabbaghStage Management Intern ................................... Emily MickStage Management Intern ............................. Shira Lebovich

Ina SchnellCommissioner Willie

Charles ShawHoward Tevlowitz

Chief Judge Charles E.WilliamsRose Chapman

Hon. Larry L. EgerTrevor HarveyThe Jewish Federation of Sarasota-ManateeGilbert KingMichéle D. RedwineDr. Eddy Regnier

Jan ColemanLarry ColemanShirley FeinMaddy FreshwaterCarol GilbertSy Goldblatt Jim GoldmanSandy GoldmanRobert GradyWendy GradyBonny IsraeloffValerie Joels

Patricia KordisMarie Kropp

Susan LandauFrank MalicksonMatty Matheson

Graci McGillicuddyIna Schnell

Alan SchottensteinLois Schottenstein

Lois StulbergCharlie Ann Syprett

Martin Taffel