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Wednesday, January 29
 

7:00am EST

The Revolutionists Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00am - 1:00pm EST
FA 114
Rehearsal, Invited Production
Speakers
JD

Jim Dougherty

Festival Technical Director, KCACTF Region I leadership
Jim Dougherty (Festival Technical Director) is the Production Manager and Properties Designer at Middlebury College. He has been involved with KCACTF Region I as a presenter, as a member of participating productions, and with Festival leadership and is proud to support the message... Read More →
JN

Jo Nazro

Festival Technical Assistant, KCACTF
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00am - 1:00pm EST
FA 114 Maloney Hall
  Invited Production

8:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM BLUE Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Constitution
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Constitution Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

8:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM GREEN Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Connecticut Room
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Connecticut Room Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

8:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM PINK Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Founders
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Founders Davidson Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

8:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM YELLOW Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
HB 101
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
HB 101 Barnard Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

8:00am EST

SDC Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EST
Welte Auditorium
Rehearsal, SDC participants
Speakers
SB

Sasha Bratt

KCACTF Region 1 Board, KCACTF Chair, SDC Directing Initiative
avatar for Sarah Ploskina

Sarah Ploskina

KCACTF Region 1 SDC Vice Chair
Sarah is Theatre maker, director, and educator. She specializes in Forum Theatre, devising, and Shakespeare.  At Bridgewater State University, Sarah is an Assistant Professor. 
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EST
Welte Auditorium Welte
  SDC

8:00am EST

Admission Table
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EST
Lobby
Stop by with any festival questions or needs.  We look forward to seeing you!
Speakers
avatar for Emmett Buhmann

Emmett Buhmann

KCACTF Region 1 Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Chair
Emmett H. Buhmann (BFA, University of Wyoming, 2002; MFA University of California-Irvine, 2009) is the Lighting Design Faculty Member for the Bridgewater State University Department of Theatre. Freelance Design: Company ONE (peerless), The Un-Common Theater Company (Carrie: The Musical... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EST
Lobby Student Center
  General

8:00am EST

Community Space
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 7:00pm EST
EB 208
General, open to all
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Lopez-Barkl

Jessica Lopez-Barkl

Co-Chair RED, SUNY Sullivan
Jessica is an AEA actor and SDC director, in addition to being a founding member of In Strange Company. She is currently the Professor of Theater and Speech at SUNY Sullivan. She is also a dramaturg, playwright, and designer. Recently featured as Watson in HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES... Read More →
JL

Jenna Lourenco

RED Co-Chair, RED Region 1 Co-Chair
Jenna Lourenco, MFA, is the RED Region 1 Co-Chair for the 2024-25 year. Jenna is an autistic educator and theatre multi-hyphenate, currently studying the accessibility of the theatrical industry for autistic theatre makers from all disciplines. Jenna’s work also looks at the representation... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 7:00pm EST
EB 208 Ebenezer D. Bassett Hall
  RED

8:00am EST

Sanctuary /Tranquility Space
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 7:00pm EST
VAC 106
General, open to all
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Lopez-Barkl

Jessica Lopez-Barkl

Co-Chair RED, SUNY Sullivan
Jessica is an AEA actor and SDC director, in addition to being a founding member of In Strange Company. She is currently the Professor of Theater and Speech at SUNY Sullivan. She is also a dramaturg, playwright, and designer. Recently featured as Watson in HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES... Read More →
JL

Jenna Lourenco

RED Co-Chair, RED Region 1 Co-Chair
Jenna Lourenco, MFA, is the RED Region 1 Co-Chair for the 2024-25 year. Jenna is an autistic educator and theatre multi-hyphenate, currently studying the accessibility of the theatrical industry for autistic theatre makers from all disciplines. Jenna’s work also looks at the representation... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 8:00am - 7:00pm EST
VAC 106 Vance Academic Center
  RED

9:00am EST

Devising, Bringing Your Story to Life Session 1
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EST
Sprague
Discover a new and unique way of telling your story through the intersection of movement, story, music, gesture, and words. Bring a real story from your life. Bring an object that either relates to the story or is just something you like. Over the course of each session we will move, we will sing, we will write, and through proposals and assignments from the workshop teachers, each student will create a short solo performance piece.
Speakers
avatar for Tannis Kowalchuk

Tannis Kowalchuk

Devising Leader, KCACTF Region 1 Devising Board Member
Tannis Kowalchuk is the founding artistic director of Farm Arts Collective and the co-owner of Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. She is a theatre artist, flower farmer, and community organizer. She has directed and performed in over 30 original theatre productions in the US... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EST
Sprague Student Center
  Devising

9:00am EST

ITJA Delighted Listening
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EST
Blue & White
General, open to all. Collaboration and communication are two key skills for all theatermakers. In this session, theatermakers of all practices — performance, directing, stage management, design, dramaturgy, and more — are invited to come together for an interactive and highly singular exercise in which shared stories will enhance our ability to listen, and respond, to others. All are welcome for a fun, memorable experience that has been used successfully at Kennedy Center festivals across the nation.
Speakers
avatar for Billy McEntee

Billy McEntee

ITJA Instructor, KCACTF Region 1 ITJA
Billy McEntee is a Brooklyn-based writer. As Theater Editor of the Brooklyn Rail, he contributes monthly essays analyzing new plays, particularly experimental works with shorter runs that receive less coverage. These responses aim to crack open a work, revealing its dramaturgy, rigor... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EST
Blue & White Student Center
  ITJA Workshop

9:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM BLUE Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Constitution
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Constitution Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

9:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM GREEN Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Connecticut Room
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Connecticut Room Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

9:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM PINK Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Founders
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Founders Davidson Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

9:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round AM YELLOW Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
HB 101
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
HB 101 Barnard Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

9:00am EST

NPP Auditions
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Philbrick
NPP Participants
Speakers
CM

Cassie M. Seinuk

Vice chair npp, Region 1 Npp co-chair
Cassie M. Seinuk is a Jewish Cuban playwright, AEA Stage Manager, visual artist and educator in Boston, MA. Her play From the Deep has won multiple awards including The Pestalozzi New Play Prize, the Latinidad Playwrights Award at the Kennedy Center, and was a recipient of the Boston... Read More →
avatar for Shawna Mefferd Kelty

Shawna Mefferd Kelty

UP Next Play Respondent, KCACTF Region 1 NPP Co-Chair
Dr. Shawna Mefferd Kelty is a director, dramaturg, and chair of the Theatre Department at SUNY Plattsburgh (SDC Associate member and LMDA member). She teaches directing, dramatic lit (including Canadian Theatre, African American Dramas, and Contemporary Women Playwrights), history... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Philbrick Student Center
  NPP

9:00am EST

Dramatugy Student Expo Load-In
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:00pm EST
Bellin
Dramaturgy Participants
Speakers
avatar for Krysta Dennis

Krysta Dennis

see above, KCACTF Region 1 Dramaturgy co-chair
Dr. Krysta Dennis, Associate Professor of Creative Arts at Siena College, works as a theatre-maker, director, and playwright in the US and internationally. Krysta holds a dual PhD from the University of Kent in the UK and the Sorbonne in Paris, and trained as a performer at L’Ecole... Read More →
avatar for James Montano

James Montano

Dramaturgy Vie Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Dramaturgy Co-Chair
James Montaño is a dramaturg, educator, critic, and playwright. He teaches public speaking and performance at Harvard University, and has taught theatre history at Brandeis University and the University of Texas Austin. He also works in literary management and community works at... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:00pm EST
Bellin Student Center
  Dramaturgy

9:00am EST

DTM Student Expo Load-In
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:00pm EST
Bellin
Expo Load In, DTM Students
Speakers
avatar for Michael Lounello

Michael Lounello

DTM Co Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Vice-Chair
As the Technical Director of College Events, Production Design, and Experience at Siena College, my journey through theatre has been an exploration of more than bright lights and applause. I've found purpose in design, technology, and management, turning stages into living experiences... Read More →
avatar for Anya Sokolovskaya

Anya Sokolovskaya

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Chair
ANYA SOKOLOVSKAYA (Costume Designer) holds an MFA in Theatre Costume Design from University of Connecticut (UCONN). Anya has taught Costume design and technology at ACT Magnet High School and at Eastern Connecticut State University. She designed and costumed about 80 shows. Anya's... Read More →
avatar for Max Ponticelli

Max Ponticelli

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Co-Chair
avatar for mark rocheteau

mark rocheteau

Region 1 DTM Board Member, Massasoit Community College
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:00pm EST
Bellin Student Center
  DTM

9:00am EST

Music Theatre Vocal Coaching
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:30pm EST
HW 008
Rehearsal, MTSA participants
Speakers
JB

Julia Burke

Musical Theatre Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leadership
KO

Karen Oster

KCACTF boardmemebr region 1, United States
avatar for Correy West

Correy West

Open Jar Representative, Open Jar Institute
Correy West was last seen on Broadway in Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations. He made his Broadway debut in South Pacific at Lincoln Center. Subsequently, he performed in the Broadway production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the Imperial Theatre alongside Matthew... Read More →
EC
avatar for Dori Bryan-Ployer

Dori Bryan-Ployer

Artistic Director, Independent Artist
Dori is the Artistic Director and Director of Education for The Mass Arts Center in Mansfield MA. She holds a BFA from The Boston Conservatory, an M.Ed. from Cambridge College, and an MA from Emerson College. She earned her Ph.D. in education through Lesley University. Dori brings... Read More →
avatar for Kathleen Castellanos

Kathleen Castellanos

Collaborative Pianist / Coach, Independent Artist
J. Kathleen Castellanos (she/they) Kathleen is an active music director, vocal coach, and educator working throughout Boston and the greater New England area; her career has taken her throughout North America, as well as Germany and Austria. Kathleen is a proud member of the performing... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Krull

Kathryn Krull

Music Director and Artist, Independent Artist
Kathryn Krull,Musical Director, Vocal Director, Conductor, Performer, and Pianist Kathryn Krull Music Directing over 15 years; has appeared in circuses, cruise ships, and stages as a performer and musician, but identifies as a pianist, clown, and collaborator. BA in Music and Theatre... Read More →
NT

Natalie Toro

respondent, Independent
avatar for Jillian Zack

Jillian Zack

Guest Artist, Independent Artist
Pianist and music director Jillian Zack has enjoyed a diverse and exciting series of collaborations. From making her Broadway stage debut as the Organist in Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird to being a finalist in London’s Wigmore Hall Song Competition... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:30pm EST
HW 008 Welte
  MTSA

9:00am EST

Music Theatre Vocal Coaching
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:30pm EST
HW 009
Rehearsal, MTSA participants
Speakers
JB

Julia Burke

Musical Theatre Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leadership
KO

Karen Oster

KCACTF boardmemebr region 1, United States
avatar for Correy West

Correy West

Open Jar Representative, Open Jar Institute
Correy West was last seen on Broadway in Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations. He made his Broadway debut in South Pacific at Lincoln Center. Subsequently, he performed in the Broadway production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the Imperial Theatre alongside Matthew... Read More →
EC
avatar for Dori Bryan-Ployer

Dori Bryan-Ployer

Artistic Director, Independent Artist
Dori is the Artistic Director and Director of Education for The Mass Arts Center in Mansfield MA. She holds a BFA from The Boston Conservatory, an M.Ed. from Cambridge College, and an MA from Emerson College. She earned her Ph.D. in education through Lesley University. Dori brings... Read More →
avatar for Kathleen Castellanos

Kathleen Castellanos

Collaborative Pianist / Coach, Independent Artist
J. Kathleen Castellanos (she/they) Kathleen is an active music director, vocal coach, and educator working throughout Boston and the greater New England area; her career has taken her throughout North America, as well as Germany and Austria. Kathleen is a proud member of the performing... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Krull

Kathryn Krull

Music Director and Artist, Independent Artist
Kathryn Krull,Musical Director, Vocal Director, Conductor, Performer, and Pianist Kathryn Krull Music Directing over 15 years; has appeared in circuses, cruise ships, and stages as a performer and musician, but identifies as a pianist, clown, and collaborator. BA in Music and Theatre... Read More →
NT

Natalie Toro

respondent, Independent
avatar for Jillian Zack

Jillian Zack

Guest Artist, Independent Artist
Pianist and music director Jillian Zack has enjoyed a diverse and exciting series of collaborations. From making her Broadway stage debut as the Organist in Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird to being a finalist in London’s Wigmore Hall Song Competition... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:30pm EST
HW 009 Welte
  MTSA

9:00am EST

Music Theatre Vocal Coaching
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:30pm EST
HW 007
Rehearsal, MTSA participants
Speakers
JB

Julia Burke

Musical Theatre Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leadership
KO

Karen Oster

KCACTF boardmemebr region 1, United States
avatar for Correy West

Correy West

Open Jar Representative, Open Jar Institute
Correy West was last seen on Broadway in Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations. He made his Broadway debut in South Pacific at Lincoln Center. Subsequently, he performed in the Broadway production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the Imperial Theatre alongside Matthew... Read More →
EC
avatar for Dori Bryan-Ployer

Dori Bryan-Ployer

Artistic Director, Independent Artist
Dori is the Artistic Director and Director of Education for The Mass Arts Center in Mansfield MA. She holds a BFA from The Boston Conservatory, an M.Ed. from Cambridge College, and an MA from Emerson College. She earned her Ph.D. in education through Lesley University. Dori brings... Read More →
avatar for Kathleen Castellanos

Kathleen Castellanos

Collaborative Pianist / Coach, Independent Artist
J. Kathleen Castellanos (she/they) Kathleen is an active music director, vocal coach, and educator working throughout Boston and the greater New England area; her career has taken her throughout North America, as well as Germany and Austria. Kathleen is a proud member of the performing... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Krull

Kathryn Krull

Music Director and Artist, Independent Artist
Kathryn Krull,Musical Director, Vocal Director, Conductor, Performer, and Pianist Kathryn Krull Music Directing over 15 years; has appeared in circuses, cruise ships, and stages as a performer and musician, but identifies as a pianist, clown, and collaborator. BA in Music and Theatre... Read More →
NT

Natalie Toro

respondent, Independent
avatar for Jillian Zack

Jillian Zack

Guest Artist, Independent Artist
Pianist and music director Jillian Zack has enjoyed a diverse and exciting series of collaborations. From making her Broadway stage debut as the Organist in Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird to being a finalist in London’s Wigmore Hall Song Competition... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 1:30pm EST
HW 007 Welte
  MTSA

9:00am EST

DTM Design Storm Workspace
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Camp
DTM Participants
Speakers
SO
avatar for Anya Sokolovskaya

Anya Sokolovskaya

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Chair
ANYA SOKOLOVSKAYA (Costume Designer) holds an MFA in Theatre Costume Design from University of Connecticut (UCONN). Anya has taught Costume design and technology at ACT Magnet High School and at Eastern Connecticut State University. She designed and costumed about 80 shows. Anya's... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Camp Student Center
  DTM

9:00am EST

DTM Vendor Fair Load-In
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Alumni Hall
Vendor Fair participants
Speakers
avatar for Michael Lounello

Michael Lounello

DTM Co Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Vice-Chair
As the Technical Director of College Events, Production Design, and Experience at Siena College, my journey through theatre has been an exploration of more than bright lights and applause. I've found purpose in design, technology, and management, turning stages into living experiences... Read More →
avatar for Anya Sokolovskaya

Anya Sokolovskaya

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Chair
ANYA SOKOLOVSKAYA (Costume Designer) holds an MFA in Theatre Costume Design from University of Connecticut (UCONN). Anya has taught Costume design and technology at ACT Magnet High School and at Eastern Connecticut State University. She designed and costumed about 80 shows. Anya's... Read More →
avatar for Max Ponticelli

Max Ponticelli

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Co-Chair
avatar for mark rocheteau

mark rocheteau

Region 1 DTM Board Member, Massasoit Community College
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Alumni Hall Student Center
  DTM Vendors

9:00am EST

Alice by Heart Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Torp Theatre
Rehearsal, Invited Production
Speakers
JD

Jim Dougherty

Festival Technical Director, KCACTF Region I leadership
Jim Dougherty (Festival Technical Director) is the Production Manager and Properties Designer at Middlebury College. He has been involved with KCACTF Region I as a presenter, as a member of participating productions, and with Festival leadership and is proud to support the message... Read More →
JN

Jo Nazro

Festival Technical Assistant, KCACTF
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Torp Theatre Davidson Hall
  Invited Production

9:00am EST

Alice by Heart - Dressing Room
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00pm EST
LD 123
Dressing Room, Invited Production
Speakers
JD

Jim Dougherty

Festival Technical Director, KCACTF Region I leadership
Jim Dougherty (Festival Technical Director) is the Production Manager and Properties Designer at Middlebury College. He has been involved with KCACTF Region I as a presenter, as a member of participating productions, and with Festival leadership and is proud to support the message... Read More →
JN

Jo Nazro

Festival Technical Assistant, KCACTF
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00pm EST
LD 123 Davidson Hall
  Invited Production

9:30am EST

Busting Writers' Block
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am EST
Marcus White Living Room
General, open to all. Through this workshop, you will explore an interactive technique to disrupt the age-old problem of writer's block. By activating the body and utilizing unorthodox techniques, you will find ways to make new connections in works you have been stuck on and in ideas that you may be trying to to get down on the page.
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am EST
Marcus White Living Room Macus White
  Workshop

9:30am EST

Getting Your Foot In the Door
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am EST
FA 109
General, open to all. A workshop aimed at constructing quality resumes and portfolios that will make a student stand out and assist them in their next steps towards a career.
Speakers
MF

Michael Frohling

Central Connecticut Stage University
I have worked in the live entertainment business since 1995, and have been moderately successful in paying my bills with my theatre checks. I have worked in California, Maine, North Carolina, and Minnesota. I have worked in small store front theatre, large regional theatres, outdoor... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am EST
FA 109 Maloney Hall
  Workshop

10:00am EST

Break Room for Presenters (lunch 11-2)
Wednesday January 29, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EST
105
Festival guests -By Invitation Only
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Emmett Buhmann

Emmett Buhmann

KCACTF Region 1 Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Chair
Emmett H. Buhmann (BFA, University of Wyoming, 2002; MFA University of California-Irvine, 2009) is the Lighting Design Faculty Member for the Bridgewater State University Department of Theatre. Freelance Design: Company ONE (peerless), The Un-Common Theater Company (Carrie: The Musical... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EST
105 Maria Sanford
  Festival Guests, By Invitation Only

11:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM BLUE Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Constitution
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Constitution Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

11:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM GREEN Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Connecticut Room
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Connecticut Room Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

11:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM PINK Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Founders
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
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Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Founders Davidson Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

11:00am EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM YELLOW Group Rehearsal
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
HB 101
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
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Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
HB 101 Barnard Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

11:00am EST

Resume Round Table
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm EST
Alumni Loft
General, open to all. A workshop designed for DTM students to get feedback on their current resumes. There would be multiple stations and a students would volunteer their resumes to be critiqued by me and other DTM faculty that would be interested in volunteering.
Speakers
MF

Michael Frohling

Central Connecticut Stage University
I have worked in the live entertainment business since 1995, and have been moderately successful in paying my bills with my theatre checks. I have worked in California, Maine, North Carolina, and Minnesota. I have worked in small store front theatre, large regional theatres, outdoor... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm EST
Alumni Loft Student Center
  Workshop

11:00am EST

SDC Preliminary Rounds
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 2:00pm EST
Welte Auditorium
Preliminary Round, SDC participants
Speakers
SB

Sasha Bratt

KCACTF Region 1 Board, KCACTF Chair, SDC Directing Initiative
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Sarah Ploskina

KCACTF Region 1 SDC Vice Chair
Sarah is Theatre maker, director, and educator. She specializes in Forum Theatre, devising, and Shakespeare.  At Bridgewater State University, Sarah is an Assistant Professor. 
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Moira O'Sullivan

Literary & Artistic Coordinator, Barrington Stage Company
Moira O'Sullivan is a director and dramaturg and the Literary & Artistic Coordinator at Barrington Stage Company. Previously, she worked in the literary department at Portland Stage and was the Director of New Works at Playhouse on Park for two seasons. She has served on the script... Read More →
EO

Eric Ort

Independent Artist
Eric Ort is a freelance director, arts educator, and nonprofit administrator. Formerly an artistic producer at TheaterWorks Hartford, Eric directed THE WOLVES and EVERY BRILLIANT THING and served as line producer for new play workshops. Other directing includes projects at The University... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 2:00pm EST
Welte Auditorium Welte
  SDC

11:00am EST

Food Trucks
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 7:00pm EST
Lot ML
Open to all
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
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Emmett Buhmann

KCACTF Region 1 Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Chair
Emmett H. Buhmann (BFA, University of Wyoming, 2002; MFA University of California-Irvine, 2009) is the Lighting Design Faculty Member for the Bridgewater State University Department of Theatre. Freelance Design: Company ONE (peerless), The Un-Common Theater Company (Carrie: The Musical... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 11:00am - 7:00pm EST
Lot ML Maloney Hall
  Food

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM BLUE Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Constitution
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
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Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Constitution Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM GREEN Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Connecticut Room
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
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Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Connecticut Room Memorial Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM PINK Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Founders
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Founders Davidson Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Round PM YELLOW Group Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
HB 101
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
HB 101 Barnard Hall
  Irene Ryan Participants

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response AM BLUE Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Sprague
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Sprague Student Center
  Irene Ryans

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response AM Green Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Philbrick
Ryan participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Philbrick Student Center
  Irene Ryans

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response AM PINK Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Marcus White Living Room
Ryan participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Marcus White Living Room Macus White
  Irene Ryans

12:00pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response AM YELLOW Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
FA 109
Response, Ryan participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
FA 109 Maloney Hall
  Irene Ryans

1:00pm EST

NPP Bake-Off I
Wednesday January 29, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Clock Tower
NPP Participants
Speakers
CM

Cassie M. Seinuk

Vice chair npp, Region 1 Npp co-chair
Cassie M. Seinuk is a Jewish Cuban playwright, AEA Stage Manager, visual artist and educator in Boston, MA. Her play From the Deep has won multiple awards including The Pestalozzi New Play Prize, the Latinidad Playwrights Award at the Kennedy Center, and was a recipient of the Boston... Read More →
avatar for Shawna Mefferd Kelty

Shawna Mefferd Kelty

UP Next Play Respondent, KCACTF Region 1 NPP Co-Chair
Dr. Shawna Mefferd Kelty is a director, dramaturg, and chair of the Theatre Department at SUNY Plattsburgh (SDC Associate member and LMDA member). She teaches directing, dramatic lit (including Canadian Theatre, African American Dramas, and Contemporary Women Playwrights), history... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Clock Tower Student Center
  NPP

2:00pm EST

Basics of Inclusive Intimacy Practices
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm EST
Welte Auditorium
General, open to all. There are a million ways to tell a story. This workshop will review some basics of consent-based, trauma-informed intimacy practices, with a focus on adaptive techniques, boundary setting, inclusion, equity, communication, and safety! We'll discuss how to evaluate your own boundaries within a performance setting, collaboratively adapt intimacy choreography to accommodate a performer's abilities and boundaries, and communicate when miscommunication or disrespect of boundaries occurs. This course is appropriate for performers, directors, designers, choreographers, intimacy choreographers, and DEI representatives. Bring your questions and ask our experts!
Speakers
GO

Garrett Olson

Associate Artistic & Technical Director of Watermelon Alligator, Watermelon Alligator Theatre Company
Garrett Olson (he/him) is a professional working actor, director, screenwriter, film maker, song writer, seasoned fight director/stunt coordinator, intimacy director/choreographer captain and safety/accessibility consultant for stage and screen. He is currently the Technical Director... Read More →
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Jess Wilson

Managing and Artistic Director, WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company
Jess Wilson (they/she) is a former C-level executive leader with extensive experience as an actor, director, playwright, intimacy director, stage manager, tech, designer, and producer, and is the Managing and Artistic Director of the WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company. They are an... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm EST
Welte Auditorium Welte
  Workshop

2:00pm EST

USITT New England Information Session
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm EST
Alumni Loft
General, open to all. Do you know about The United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT)? Did you know that USITT holds an annual conference every year? There are few organizations that can offer the same opportunities as the United States Institute for Theatre Technology. This is an internationally recognized organization that sponsors the growth, education, and communication between practitioners, educators, students, and emerging artists. Join Members of the USITT New England Region board to learn more about USITT, the annual conference, and opportunities available for students.
Speakers
AS

Amy Sue Hazel

Assistant Professor, UMass Boston
I am a Scenic Designer, Scenic Artist and Properties artisan. I am the Professor of Scenic Design at UMass Boston.
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm EST
Alumni Loft Student Center
  Workshop

2:00pm EST

DTM Practice Session
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bellin
DTM Participants
Speakers
avatar for Michael Lounello

Michael Lounello

DTM Co Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Vice-Chair
As the Technical Director of College Events, Production Design, and Experience at Siena College, my journey through theatre has been an exploration of more than bright lights and applause. I've found purpose in design, technology, and management, turning stages into living experiences... Read More →
avatar for Anya Sokolovskaya

Anya Sokolovskaya

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Chair
ANYA SOKOLOVSKAYA (Costume Designer) holds an MFA in Theatre Costume Design from University of Connecticut (UCONN). Anya has taught Costume design and technology at ACT Magnet High School and at Eastern Connecticut State University. She designed and costumed about 80 shows. Anya's... Read More →
avatar for Max Ponticelli

Max Ponticelli

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Co-Chair
avatar for mark rocheteau

mark rocheteau

Region 1 DTM Board Member, Massasoit Community College
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bellin Student Center
  DTM

2:00pm EST

NPP Auditions
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Constitution
General, open to all
Speakers
CM

Cassie M. Seinuk

Vice chair npp, Region 1 Npp co-chair
Cassie M. Seinuk is a Jewish Cuban playwright, AEA Stage Manager, visual artist and educator in Boston, MA. Her play From the Deep has won multiple awards including The Pestalozzi New Play Prize, the Latinidad Playwrights Award at the Kennedy Center, and was a recipient of the Boston... Read More →
avatar for Shawna Mefferd Kelty

Shawna Mefferd Kelty

UP Next Play Respondent, KCACTF Region 1 NPP Co-Chair
Dr. Shawna Mefferd Kelty is a director, dramaturg, and chair of the Theatre Department at SUNY Plattsburgh (SDC Associate member and LMDA member). She teaches directing, dramatic lit (including Canadian Theatre, African American Dramas, and Contemporary Women Playwrights), history... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Constitution Memorial Hall
  NPP

2:00pm EST

Musical Theatre Master Class
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EST
1849 Room
MTSA participants
Speakers
JB

Julia Burke

Musical Theatre Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leadership
KO

Karen Oster

KCACTF boardmemebr region 1, United States
avatar for Correy West

Correy West

Open Jar Representative, Open Jar Institute
Correy West was last seen on Broadway in Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations. He made his Broadway debut in South Pacific at Lincoln Center. Subsequently, he performed in the Broadway production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the Imperial Theatre alongside Matthew... Read More →
EC
avatar for Dori Bryan-Ployer

Dori Bryan-Ployer

Artistic Director, Independent Artist
Dori is the Artistic Director and Director of Education for The Mass Arts Center in Mansfield MA. She holds a BFA from The Boston Conservatory, an M.Ed. from Cambridge College, and an MA from Emerson College. She earned her Ph.D. in education through Lesley University. Dori brings... Read More →
avatar for Kathleen Castellanos

Kathleen Castellanos

Collaborative Pianist / Coach, Independent Artist
J. Kathleen Castellanos (she/they) Kathleen is an active music director, vocal coach, and educator working throughout Boston and the greater New England area; her career has taken her throughout North America, as well as Germany and Austria. Kathleen is a proud member of the performing... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Krull

Kathryn Krull

Music Director and Artist, Independent Artist
Kathryn Krull,Musical Director, Vocal Director, Conductor, Performer, and Pianist Kathryn Krull Music Directing over 15 years; has appeared in circuses, cruise ships, and stages as a performer and musician, but identifies as a pianist, clown, and collaborator. BA in Music and Theatre... Read More →
NT

Natalie Toro

respondent, Independent
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Jillian Zack

Guest Artist, Independent Artist
Pianist and music director Jillian Zack has enjoyed a diverse and exciting series of collaborations. From making her Broadway stage debut as the Organist in Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird to being a finalist in London’s Wigmore Hall Song Competition... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EST
1849 Room Student Center
  MTSA

2:00pm EST

Musical Theatre Master Class
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Founders
MTSA participants
Speakers
JB

Julia Burke

Musical Theatre Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leadership
KO

Karen Oster

KCACTF boardmemebr region 1, United States
avatar for Correy West

Correy West

Open Jar Representative, Open Jar Institute
Correy West was last seen on Broadway in Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations. He made his Broadway debut in South Pacific at Lincoln Center. Subsequently, he performed in the Broadway production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the Imperial Theatre alongside Matthew... Read More →
EC
avatar for Dori Bryan-Ployer

Dori Bryan-Ployer

Artistic Director, Independent Artist
Dori is the Artistic Director and Director of Education for The Mass Arts Center in Mansfield MA. She holds a BFA from The Boston Conservatory, an M.Ed. from Cambridge College, and an MA from Emerson College. She earned her Ph.D. in education through Lesley University. Dori brings... Read More →
avatar for Kathleen Castellanos

Kathleen Castellanos

Collaborative Pianist / Coach, Independent Artist
J. Kathleen Castellanos (she/they) Kathleen is an active music director, vocal coach, and educator working throughout Boston and the greater New England area; her career has taken her throughout North America, as well as Germany and Austria. Kathleen is a proud member of the performing... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Krull

Kathryn Krull

Music Director and Artist, Independent Artist
Kathryn Krull,Musical Director, Vocal Director, Conductor, Performer, and Pianist Kathryn Krull Music Directing over 15 years; has appeared in circuses, cruise ships, and stages as a performer and musician, but identifies as a pianist, clown, and collaborator. BA in Music and Theatre... Read More →
NT

Natalie Toro

respondent, Independent
avatar for Jillian Zack

Jillian Zack

Guest Artist, Independent Artist
Pianist and music director Jillian Zack has enjoyed a diverse and exciting series of collaborations. From making her Broadway stage debut as the Organist in Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird to being a finalist in London’s Wigmore Hall Song Competition... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Founders Davidson Hall
  MTSA

2:00pm EST

Musical Theatre Master Class
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EST
HB 101
MTSA participants
Speakers
JB

Julia Burke

Musical Theatre Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leadership
KO

Karen Oster

KCACTF boardmemebr region 1, United States
avatar for Correy West

Correy West

Open Jar Representative, Open Jar Institute
Correy West was last seen on Broadway in Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations. He made his Broadway debut in South Pacific at Lincoln Center. Subsequently, he performed in the Broadway production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the Imperial Theatre alongside Matthew... Read More →
EC
avatar for Dori Bryan-Ployer

Dori Bryan-Ployer

Artistic Director, Independent Artist
Dori is the Artistic Director and Director of Education for The Mass Arts Center in Mansfield MA. She holds a BFA from The Boston Conservatory, an M.Ed. from Cambridge College, and an MA from Emerson College. She earned her Ph.D. in education through Lesley University. Dori brings... Read More →
avatar for Kathleen Castellanos

Kathleen Castellanos

Collaborative Pianist / Coach, Independent Artist
J. Kathleen Castellanos (she/they) Kathleen is an active music director, vocal coach, and educator working throughout Boston and the greater New England area; her career has taken her throughout North America, as well as Germany and Austria. Kathleen is a proud member of the performing... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Krull

Kathryn Krull

Music Director and Artist, Independent Artist
Kathryn Krull,Musical Director, Vocal Director, Conductor, Performer, and Pianist Kathryn Krull Music Directing over 15 years; has appeared in circuses, cruise ships, and stages as a performer and musician, but identifies as a pianist, clown, and collaborator. BA in Music and Theatre... Read More →
NT

Natalie Toro

respondent, Independent
avatar for Jillian Zack

Jillian Zack

Guest Artist, Independent Artist
Pianist and music director Jillian Zack has enjoyed a diverse and exciting series of collaborations. From making her Broadway stage debut as the Organist in Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird to being a finalist in London’s Wigmore Hall Song Competition... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EST
HB 101 Barnard Hall
  MTSA

2:30pm EST

The Revolutionists Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
FA 114
Show, Invited Production
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
FA 114 Maloney Hall
  Invited Production

2:30pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response PM BLUE Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Sprague
Ryan Participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Sprague Student Center
  Irene Ryans

2:30pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response PM Green Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Philbrick
Ryan participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Philbrick Student Center
  Irene Ryans

2:30pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response PM PINK Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Marcus White Living Room
Ryan participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Marcus White Living Room Macus White
  Irene Ryans

2:30pm EST

Irene Ryan's Preliminary Response PM YELLOW Group
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
FA 109
Response, Ryan participants
Speakers
avatar for Christie Maturo

Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
avatar for Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce

Irene Ryan Vice-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leasdership
Wednesday January 29, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
FA 109 Maloney Hall
  Irene Ryans

3:30pm EST

Auditioning Reimagined
Wednesday January 29, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm EST
Welte Auditorium
General, open to all. What might be possible if auditioning felt exciting and not full of doubt? In this workshop you are empowered to show up to your auditions and performances in a way that you can feel capable, playful, and authentic. Gain clarity on your unique contributions to any creative space, so that you are able to stay present and dare I say, enjoy it! Players will be guided through light theater/clown games, written exercises, and discussion that blends observation, reflection, and bubble popping questions. Please bring a journal, pencil, and an open mind/heart. Be prepared to get messy and allow breath filled surprises along the way!
Speakers
avatar for Malia'Kekia Nicolini

Malia'Kekia Nicolini

B4 The Other Creations Co-Founder, B4 The Other Creations
Malia’Kekia Nicolini (‘O ia/she/they) is kanaka maoli (Native Hawaiian), they received their inoa (name) traditionally from an inoa po (mothers dream) that held both an inoa ho’ailona (symbol) and their inoa ulaleo (ancestors voice). Malia’Kekia is an internationally... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm EST
Welte Auditorium Welte
  Workshop

4:00pm EST

NPP Casting Deliberations
Wednesday January 29, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Constitution
NPP Respondents
Speakers
CM

Cassie M. Seinuk

Vice chair npp, Region 1 Npp co-chair
Cassie M. Seinuk is a Jewish Cuban playwright, AEA Stage Manager, visual artist and educator in Boston, MA. Her play From the Deep has won multiple awards including The Pestalozzi New Play Prize, the Latinidad Playwrights Award at the Kennedy Center, and was a recipient of the Boston... Read More →
avatar for Shawna Mefferd Kelty

Shawna Mefferd Kelty

UP Next Play Respondent, KCACTF Region 1 NPP Co-Chair
Dr. Shawna Mefferd Kelty is a director, dramaturg, and chair of the Theatre Department at SUNY Plattsburgh (SDC Associate member and LMDA member). She teaches directing, dramatic lit (including Canadian Theatre, African American Dramas, and Contemporary Women Playwrights), history... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Constitution Memorial Hall
  NPP

4:00pm EST

DTM Respondent Review Times (private)
Wednesday January 29, 2025 4:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Bellin
DTM Respondents
Speakers
avatar for Michael Lounello

Michael Lounello

DTM Co Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Vice-Chair
As the Technical Director of College Events, Production Design, and Experience at Siena College, my journey through theatre has been an exploration of more than bright lights and applause. I've found purpose in design, technology, and management, turning stages into living experiences... Read More →
avatar for Anya Sokolovskaya

Anya Sokolovskaya

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Chair
ANYA SOKOLOVSKAYA (Costume Designer) holds an MFA in Theatre Costume Design from University of Connecticut (UCONN). Anya has taught Costume design and technology at ACT Magnet High School and at Eastern Connecticut State University. She designed and costumed about 80 shows. Anya's... Read More →
avatar for Max Ponticelli

Max Ponticelli

DTM Co-Chair, KCACTF Region 1 DTM Co-Chair
avatar for mark rocheteau

mark rocheteau

Region 1 DTM Board Member, Massasoit Community College
SS

Shannon Slaton

Sound Designer/Software Developer, Independent Artist
Shannon Slaton on Broadway has designed Melissa Etheridge: My Window and The Illusionists as well as being the Associate Designer for The Humans, Blackbird and serval other shows. He has also designed more than fifty national tours including: Shrek, The Producers, Kiss Me Kate, Noise/Funk... Read More →
CK

Cassie King

KCACTF Regional Exchange, KCACTF Region 2 Chair
Cassie is an Associate Professor of Theatre and Technical Director at Muskingum University, and teaches in all areas of Design, Tech, and Management (among other things). She is the current Chair of Region II of KCACTF, and will drop everything to look at a photo of your dog or show... Read More →
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Ann Dasen

KCACTF Regional Exchange, KCACTF Region 3 DTM Co-Chair
Ann Dasen is the faculty Costume, Hair, and Makeup Designer in the Department of Theatre and Dance at Central Michigan University. Ann has managed and designed costumes for various theatres in Michigan, Philadelphia and New York. Ann’s areas of interest focus on SFX Make-up and... Read More →
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Matt Guminski

Lighting / Production Designer, Independent Artist
Matt is a Boston native and a NYC based lighting/production designer. A graduate of Boston University with a BFA in lighting design, he has industry experience spanning over twenty years and includes lighting/production design, direction, and programming for concert touring, theater... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 4:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Bellin Student Center
  DTM

4:30pm EST

NPP Up Next Play 10 Minute Play Response
Wednesday January 29, 2025 4:30pm - 6:00pm EST
Philbrick
NPP participants
Speakers
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Shawna Mefferd Kelty

UP Next Play Respondent, KCACTF Region 1 NPP Co-Chair
Dr. Shawna Mefferd Kelty is a director, dramaturg, and chair of the Theatre Department at SUNY Plattsburgh (SDC Associate member and LMDA member). She teaches directing, dramatic lit (including Canadian Theatre, African American Dramas, and Contemporary Women Playwrights), history... Read More →
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Cassie M. Seinuk

Vice chair npp, Region 1 Npp co-chair
Cassie M. Seinuk is a Jewish Cuban playwright, AEA Stage Manager, visual artist and educator in Boston, MA. Her play From the Deep has won multiple awards including The Pestalozzi New Play Prize, the Latinidad Playwrights Award at the Kennedy Center, and was a recipient of the Boston... Read More →
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Bridget O'Leary

NPP Respondent, Independent Artist
Bridget Kathleen O'Leary is a freelance director, dramaturg and theater educator. Since 2022 she has been the Director of New Play Development for Moonbox Productions where she curates and oversees the annual Boston New Works Festival. From 2008-2018 she served as the Associate artistic... Read More →
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Jackie Rosenfeld

KCACTF National Exchange, KCACTF NPP National Member at Large
Jackie Rosenfeld is the KCACTF National Playwriting Program Member at Large and is the Assistant Professor of Playwriting and Pedagogy at East Texas A&M University where she leads the New Play Development Initiative. Her plays have been produced in Texas and Colorado as well as New... Read More →
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TJ Young

KCACTF Regional Exchange, KCACTF Region 2 NPP Chair
TJ Young is a Texas-born playwright and dramaturg based in Pittsburgh, where he serves as co-representative for the Dramatists Guild - Pittsburgh region. His plays include WE FLY, The Inseparables (Pittsburgh Public Theatre Commission), Isle of Noises (James Madison University Commission... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 4:30pm - 6:00pm EST
Philbrick Student Center
  NPP

5:00pm EST

Buffett Dinner
Wednesday January 29, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Connecticut Room
Festival guests -By Invitation Only
Speakers
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Christie Maturo

Professor of Theatre, Region 1 Vice Chair, Region 1 Ryan's Chair
Christie Maturo is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Central Connecticut State University where she teaches acting and directing. Christie has worked across the country as an actor, director, and producer. Most recently she worked with Undermain Theatre in Dallas and on the award-winning... Read More →
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Emmett Buhmann

KCACTF Region 1 Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Chair
Emmett H. Buhmann (BFA, University of Wyoming, 2002; MFA University of California-Irvine, 2009) is the Lighting Design Faculty Member for the Bridgewater State University Department of Theatre. Freelance Design: Company ONE (peerless), The Un-Common Theater Company (Carrie: The Musical... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Connecticut Room Memorial Hall
  Festival Guests, By Invitation Only

7:00pm EST

DTM Keynote
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Alumni Hall
Keynote, DTM participants
Speakers
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Shannon Slaton

Sound Designer/Software Developer, Independent Artist
Shannon Slaton on Broadway has designed Melissa Etheridge: My Window and The Illusionists as well as being the Associate Designer for The Humans, Blackbird and serval other shows. He has also designed more than fifty national tours including: Shrek, The Producers, Kiss Me Kate, Noise/Funk... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Alumni Hall Student Center
  DTM

7:00pm EST

Alice by Heart Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Torp Theatre
Show, Invited Production
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Torp Theatre Davidson Hall
  Invited Production

7:00pm EST

The Revolutionists Performance
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
FA 114
Show, Invited Production
Wednesday January 29, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
FA 114 Maloney Hall
  Invited Production

9:00pm EST

Piano Bar
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm EST
Semesters
General, open to all
Speakers
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Julia Burke

Musical Theatre Vice Chair, KCACTF Region 1 Leadership
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Karen Oster

KCACTF boardmemebr region 1, United States
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm EST
Semesters Student Center
  General

9:00pm EST

Alice by Heart Load Out
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
Torp Theatre
Load Out, Invited Production
Speakers
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Jim Dougherty

Festival Technical Director, KCACTF Region I leadership
Jim Dougherty (Festival Technical Director) is the Production Manager and Properties Designer at Middlebury College. He has been involved with KCACTF Region I as a presenter, as a member of participating productions, and with Festival leadership and is proud to support the message... Read More →
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Jo Nazro

Festival Technical Assistant, KCACTF
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
Torp Theatre Davidson Hall
  Invited Production

9:00pm EST

Carburetor: A Ghost Sonata Load In
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
Torp Theatre
Load In, Invited Production
Speakers
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Jim Dougherty

Festival Technical Director, KCACTF Region I leadership
Jim Dougherty (Festival Technical Director) is the Production Manager and Properties Designer at Middlebury College. He has been involved with KCACTF Region I as a presenter, as a member of participating productions, and with Festival leadership and is proud to support the message... Read More →
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Jo Nazro

Festival Technical Assistant, KCACTF
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
Torp Theatre Davidson Hall
  Invited Production

9:00pm EST

The Revolutionists Load Out
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
FA 114
Load Out, Invited Production
Speakers
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Jim Dougherty

Festival Technical Director, KCACTF Region I leadership
Jim Dougherty (Festival Technical Director) is the Production Manager and Properties Designer at Middlebury College. He has been involved with KCACTF Region I as a presenter, as a member of participating productions, and with Festival leadership and is proud to support the message... Read More →
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Jo Nazro

Festival Technical Assistant, KCACTF
Wednesday January 29, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm EST
FA 114 Maloney Hall
  Invited Production

10:00pm EST

Hospitality Suite
Wednesday January 29, 2025 10:00pm - Thursday January 30, 2025 12:00am EST
Sheraton Hotel
Faculty Guests/Presenters
Speakers
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Todd Canedy

Hospitality Host, Middlebury College
Todd P. Canedy is descended from of Irish and Swedish Gods and Goddesses, placed here in Region 1 to provide the hospitality that only the elite like yourselves are worthy of !!!!!As Ted and Todd meet you at the Pearly Gates of Region 1 's Hospitality Suite know as Valhalla............WE... Read More →
Wednesday January 29, 2025 10:00pm - Thursday January 30, 2025 12:00am EST
Sheraton Hotel Sheraton Hotel
  Festival Guest/Presenters
 
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