"The thrust for freedom is the quality in tragedy which
exalts. The revolutionary questioning of the stable environment is
what terrifies. In no way is the common man debarred from such
thoughts or such actions."
-Arthur Miller
1949
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About the Crew
WAITING FOR LEFTY
Here's the fearless gang of behind-the-scenes-ians
who made everything possible (you may have to scroll down a bit before you get
to any names, but don't let that stop you)!
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Kurt "Vile" Schneiderman*
(Director)
Subversive Theatre's Founder & Artistic Director,
Kurt is elated to at long last direct the very play that first inspired him to
dedicate his career to political theatre!
A playwright, director, Artie Award-winning lighting
designer, and life-long activist, Kurt has directed the lion's share of
Subversive Theatre's productions including THE ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN
ANARCHIST (2002), PAUL ROBESON SPEAKS OUT (2004), SINCERITY
FOREVER (2006), and THE EXCEPTION AND THE RULE (2007).
Many of his original plays have been produced by
Subversive Theatre including MANIFEST DESTINY BLUES (2003), MOTHER
DIS-COURAGE (2004/5), and -- most recently -- FOUNDATIONS (2007).
Kurt sends all his love to Jenny the Magnificent
without whom all of this would be worthless.
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Virginia Brannon*
(Stage Manager & Props Mistress)
A dedicated member of Subversive Theatre and a recent graduate of Niagara University's Theatre
Program, Virginia is an experienced stage manager, director, and actress.
Recent projects include stage manager for the New
Phoenix Theatre's productions of BLUE/ORANGE and THE ORGANIC MOVEMENT OF CHAIR AND PITCHER
as well as both acting and directing for Lewiston's Theatre-in-the-Mist and
the Buffalo "infringement" Festival.
Previous Subversive Theatre work includes stage
manager of FOUNDATIONS and director of "Please Remove This
Stuffed Animal from My Head" for SUBVERSIVE SHORTS 2007. |
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Carlie Todoro-Rickus*
(Lighting Designer)
Subversive Theatre's Resident Lighting Designer, Carlie is a visual artist who uses light as her
medium on a living canvas. Recent designs include THE WOMAN BEFORE for
The New Phoenix, IN THE MIST choreographed by William Thomas for the
Zodiaque Dance Studio Ensemble, and she is the resident lighting designer for
Configuration Dance.
Carlie has a degree in Fine Arts from the University
at Buffalo and is also proud to design and tech for UB Center for the Arts,
Studio Arena Theatre, RPM Productions, and Subversive Theatre!
On WAITING FOR LEFTY, Carlie is hot to be designing with fellow
UB grads Dyan and Kate.
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Dyan O'Connell
(Set Designer)
Recently returned to Buffalo, Dyan is excited to be
working on her first production with Subversive Theatre. She has been
working this fall in the Theatre Department at the University at Buffalo as
the Department Head Electrician and student lab supervisor. Dyan has a
Master of Fine Arts degree in Stage Design from Southern Methodist University
in Dallas, TX and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Design and Technology
from the University at Buffalo.
Recent designs in Dallas include HAMLET and SPRING
AWAKENING. She also does design and tech work for UB's Center for
the Arts, Studio Arena Theatre, and local band Lazlo Hollyfeld. Dyan is
thrilled to be a part of such a talented cast, crew, and design team. |
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Geoffrey Tocin
(Sound Designer)
Over the last year, Geoff has broken into the wild
world of sound working as the sound operator at the Kavinoky Theatre.
This is his first time doing sound design for a full production and he is very
excited to get the chance to cut his teeth on such an unconventionally styled
project as WAITING FOR LEFTY.
This production is Geoff's first time working with
Subversive Theatre.
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Kate Palame
(Costume Designer)
Kate is currently living in Brooklyn, NY where she is
an assistant costume designer on Broadway. She just completed her M.F.A. at
Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX and received her B.A., in 2004,
from the University at Buffalo.
Kate is pleased to be back in her hometown with
Buffalo friends and family. This is her first time working with Subversive
Theatre. |
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M. Joseph Fratello
(Fight Choreographer)
A recent graduate of Niagara University with a B.F.A.
in Performance Theatre and Actor/Combatant Certification from the SAFD, Joe is
pleased to return to the New Phoenix Theatre where he recently provided his
skills as Fight Choreographer for THE PILLOWMAN.
In WAITING FOR LEFTY, Joe is not only the
Fight Choreographer, but a performer as well in the role of "Dr.
Benjamin."
WAITING FOR LEFTY is Joe's second time working
with Subversive Theatre, the first being SUBVERSIVE SHORTS 2007 where
he performed in the vignette "Capitalization" (pictured
right)
by Mark Nowak.
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Jeffrey Coyle
(Dance Choreographer)
Jeff is pulling double-duty on this production as a
cast member and a choreographer. A graduate of the University at Buffalo
where he earned a B.F.A. in Music Theatre, Jeff's experience in the world of
dance encompasses a long list of musical theatre productions including
Alleyway's REFER MADNESS, Kavinoky's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON MY
WAY TO THE FORUM, and the Irish Classical Theatre's 1940s RADIO HOUR
as well as several University productions.
While he's danced in many a show, this is his first
time providing the choreography and he's having a blast.
Much love to parents. www.jeffreycoyle.com |
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Michael Fanelli*
(Promotional Director & House Manager)
As Subversive Theatre's Executive Director, Board
Member, and Volunteer Co-ordinator, Mike
routinely plays a variety of crucial roles in bringing our productions to
life.
As always, we're delighted to have him on board.
Thanks, Mike, we couldn't do it with out ya!
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* = indicates members of the Subversive Theatre
Collective
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