Stage Manager:  Ally Hasselback
Assistant Stage Manager:  Hailey Adams
Lighting Designer:  Matt DiVita 
Assistant Lighting Designer:  Jackie Renaud 
Technical Director:  Richard Haug
Scenic Designer for Ikechukwu and Schofer:  Jenn Lynn Carter
Slideshow Designer for Schofer:  Jenn Lynn Carter
Sound & Projections Engineer:  Matt DiVita
Light Board Operator:  Jenn Lynn Carter
Sound Board & Projections Operator:  Jamie Hager

False Horizons                                                                                                                  

Choreographer:  Madeline Dembowski
Music:  “Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)” by Doris Day, “Waltzing in Dreamland” by Alan Moorhouse, “Sh-Boom” by The Chords
Dancers:  Marjorie Charles, Madeline Dembowski, Lauren Jezioro, Mario Liguori, Giannina Maresca, Jane Norris 
Director’s Notes:  False Horizons explores the journey of unveiling the truths of society as we age from the hopeful optimism of childhood where we imagine a life of happiness and abundance, to the darker realities we experience throughout adulthood. This piece explores the societal pressures that force individuals into conformity and how people are often led to pursue hollow ideals, shaping their lives around the idea of a better tomorrow, instead of the now. Thank you to my talented cast, for trusting me with this process and diving deep into the explorations of this work. You all have light within you!                      

Devotion

Choreographer:  Dani Schofer
Artistic Collaborator:  Lauren Saab
Set & Slideshow Design:  Jenn Lynn Carter
Music:  “Speed Study” Original Composition by Dani Schofer, “Ticking of the Clock (Film Edits)” by The Chromatics
Dancers:  Madeline Dembowski, Charity John, Rae Miller, Shannon Nephew, Dani Schofer
Director’s Notes:  This piece uses audience interaction to change the way the dancers perform through live response. We invite you to use the paper props you received to share your input when prompted!

Join the Dance                                                                   

Choreographer:  Rebekah Bono
Music:  “new body rhumba (from the Film White Noise)” by LCD Soundsystem
Dancers:  Mason Barber, Rebekah Bono, Madeline Dembowski, Rezvan Shabannejadian
Film:  Rebekah Bono and Amelia Rojek
Director’s Notes:  “The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.”― Alan Wilson Watts

15 MINUTE INTERMISSION

like moths to a                                                                              

Choreographer:  Amelia Rojek
Film:  Amelia Rojek
Music:  Edwin Rojek
Costumes:  Theresa Rojek
Dancers:  Majorie Charles & Makayla Garrett
Director’s Notes:  for my father and my mother   

as we hold on…                                                                                                     

Choreographer:  Charity John
Music:  “Friendships” by Pascal Letoublon, “Hold On” by Alexia Evellyn
Dancers:  Charity John & Dani Schofer
Director’s Notes:  “as we hold on…” is a reflection on the bonds that shape us and the complex journey of maintaining friendships. In a world of constant change, friendships require us to adapt, stretch, and sometimes let go. Through movement, we capture the push and pull, the joy and strain, of holding onto those we care about. This piece is a tribute to the resilience and vulnerability of friendship—the ways we support, challenge, and ultimately help one another grow. I hope it resonates as a reminder of both the strength and fragility that come with staying connected.

Branches                                                                                 
Choreographer:  Joshua Ikechukwu
Musician: Dantrae Alonso
Vocalist: Precious Alamu
Music:  “Big Bang” by Dantrae Alonso, “Kitalé” by Sam-One, “Low (feat. T-Pain)” by Flo Rida, “Voodoo” by Geoff Bennett
Dancers:  Bella Guerruci, Annabella Hopkins, Rachel Hunt, Lauren Jezioro, Mackenzie Leone, Bolun Li, Kiera McHerron, Aniyah Mungo, Mackenzie Paulter, Larisa Rivera Vasquez, William Schmidt, Mya Tran, Audree Woods
Set Design:  Jenn Lynn Carter
Director’s Notes:  Just as branches of a tree point to different directions, so also the dancer’s body can embrace dynamism. “Branches” is a work in progress that critically and carefully asks questions, and in the long run suggests solutions based on experimental approaches on the ‘Adaptability and Vulnerability’ of Dancers and their bodies when they come into contact with new dance styles. “Branches” is performed by dancers with little or no experience or expertise in the selected styles of dance. The goal is to develop and strengthen a dancer's level of adaptability in rehearsal and performance. Sit back and relax as we take you through.     

JOSHUA IKECHUKWU is a Dancer, Choreographer, Playwright, Director, Percussionist, and Producer. He is trained in African dance, Latin ballroom, Caribbean social, Afro-fusion, and Hip-hop dance. Joshua received his BA in Theatre Arts from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, specializing in Choreography and Directing. He is currently a 3rd year MFA in Dance student at the University at Buffalo. He is interested in creating works that establish a symbiotic relationship between the dancer and the audience, with inspiration from day-to-day activities that are easily relatable. His work calls for active audience engagement and interaction. He celebrates the joy of blending community with dance. His work includes ‘Across Borders’, ‘Black Tales’ and ‘Zam Ekpele’ which was also restaged at the 2024 ACDA Northeast Conference in Rochester and voted to close the Encore Gala Concert, among others. Joshua’s interest in spreading the African theatre experience led him to write, choreograph and direct his first stage play in the United States, titled “Adaobi, the Village Belle” which was performed in summer 2024 at the “People’s Park” in Buffalo.

AMELIA ROJEK is a third-year in the MFA in Dance program here at UB. Amelia received her BA in Dance: Theory and Performance Studies from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where she also minored in Aesthetics, Art History, and Writing Colleagues. Amelia is from Buffalo, NY and is eager to finish her MFA in Dance in order to begin teaching at the university level in the Western New York area. She values process-based work with a focus on language to generate movement, along with a layering of costuming, film, and lighting to enhance her works.

DANI SCHOFER (they/she/he) is a third-year MFA in Dance Candidate at the University at Buffalo. They recently presented choreography and music compositions at the Burchfield Penney Art Museum, Rochester Fringe Festival, and the Buffalo Gay Men's Choir. As a performer, Dani has worked with many independent artists including Nancy Hughes, Elena Puchol Sola, Monica Dale, and Loren Groenendaal. Dani’s MFA thesis uses devised creation to build collaborations between Buffalo community members and the concert stage. As a teacher of Open Modern and Ballet at UB, Dani integrates social justice liberation practices to encourage radical community care.

REBEKAH BONO is a dance instructor, performer, choreographer, and administrator currently pursuing her MFA in Dance at UB. She teaches tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, contemporary, and ballet to students of all ages. She previously served as Lead Faculty at Cora Dance in Brooklyn and VDT in Va, co-director of VDTPC, and adjunct professor at Mary Baldwin University. Rebekah has performed across the East Coast with Soul Steps and Shannon Hummel/Cora Dance based in NYC. Her choreography has been seen on the concert dance stage, in competition, and in productions of Guys and Dolls, Freaky Friday, and Mamma Mia. She has managed several education programs, produced performances, and teacher-training programs. Recently, Rebekah presented works at UB and with the Buffalo Infringement Festival. She has also joined the faculty of Elite Dance Company. Rebekah aims to share her love of dance through education and performance with the University at Buffalo community!

MADELINE DEMBOWSKI is a choreographer, artist, mover, and teacher currently pursuing an MFA in Dance at the University at Buffalo. She has had the opportunity to work with renowned choreographers such as Yoshito Sakuraba and Andrea Miller, along with many others. Madeline's professional experience includes performances at Nazareth University, the Rochester Fringe Festival, and in an immersive dance-theater production at Rochester’s 2024 Cocktail Revival. She recently performed a self-choreographed solo in collaboration with her partner, cellist Anthony Aparicio, for DancesatMUCCC 2024, and was also featured in a duet by Mariko Yamada. In addition to her performance and choreographic work, Madeline is deeply committed to teaching and sharing her craft. As an artist and mover, she continuously seeks to explore new forms of expression through dance, while also inspiring the next generation of dancers. Her choreography draws deeply from the human experience, crafting pieces that evoke a wide range of emotional responses. As a performer, she is recognized for her innovative use of bodily and facial expressions, utilizing somatic approaches to push artistic boundaries.

CHARITY JOHN is a dance instructor, performer, choreographer, and dancer from Nigeria and a 2nd year MFA- Dance candidate at the University at Buffalo, with a concentration in African dances, Afro pop, and contemporary dances. She has a BA in Theatre Arts, majoring in Dance and Acting, with a minor in Speech and Rhetorical Arts from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. She has performed in Danscore and Sankofa Dance Festivals organized by SUNY Brockport. She co-choreographed Black Tales for MFA Dance Showcase last fall, and was an invited guest for the 49th and 50th Zodiaque Dance Company Fall Concerts as a Musician, Vocalist and Dancer. She is currently a Graduate Assistant for ECS as well as a Choreographer for this Showcase. Charity aims to share her knowledge and culture as she creates and builds a community through dance, theater and performance!

PRECIOUS ALAMU is an enthusiastic double major in Neuroscience and Linguistics, blending her love of science and language. With knowledge of multiple languages, she brings a unique perspective to her studies, exploring how language and the brain intersect. Beyond academics and research, Precious brings passion and experience to her love of singing. Having sung since childhood, she has performed in various choir settings, where her voice has been a part of diverse musical ensembles. Her varied interests in language, science, and music make her a dynamic and multifaceted individual in any environment.

DANTRAE ALONSO is a versatile musician, producer and DJ known for his dynamic performances and diverse musical background. With over a decade of experience in music, he has honed his craft as a percussionist and as a performer, captivating audiences with vibrant sounds and infectious energy. Born into a rich musical environment, Dantrae began his musical journey at the young age of six. His passion for music transcends boundaries, drawing inspiration from his studies in both the Caribbean and the United States.

His diverse musical journey reflects his commitment to exploring new artistic avenues while staying true to his roots. As he continues to grow as a musician, Dantrae remains dedicated to inspiring others through the universal language of music, connecting people and cultures through rhythm and sound.

MASON BARBER (he/him/his) is an actor and director hailing from Peru, NY. He is a graduate of the State University of New York at Plattsburgh with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Theatre. While pursuing his degree, he was nominated thrice for the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship for his work acting, received two KCACTF Merit Awards for Directing, and was accepted into the SDC National Student Directing Fellowship program. He has worked on a handful of productions for the Adirondack Regional Theatre and as the director for the Adult and Young Adult Playwriting Workshop series in Plattsburgh. In 2021, he received a decentralized grant from the New York State Council on the Arts to teach a series of directing workshops for the Young Artist’s Play Festival. His areas of research focus on directing and musical theatre.

MARJORIE CHARLES is a freshman BA Dance and Criminology double major from Hilton Head, SC, and is hoping to progress to a BFA for Dance. She trained previously at Bluffton School of Dance for nine years, and competed as a part of their pre-professional team. Marjie is looking forward to her four years here at UB and to expanding her artistry through her dance training. She is so excited to perform in her first show of many here at UB!

MAKAYLA GARRETT is a dancer from Baldwinsville, NY, who trained for 10 years at River Rhythms Dance Center. As a member of the elite competition team, she excelled in various styles, including ballet, jazz, contemporary, and tap. Makayla is now a freshman at the University at Buffalo as a BA Dance major, who is hoping to advance in receiving her BFA degree in Dance. Makayla is beyond excited to continue her dance journey and contribute to her college’s dance community.

ISABELLA GUERRUCCI is eager to be performing in the MFA Dance Showcase for her 4th year! She is a senior Dance major from Lewiston, NY. Throughout her time at UB Dance, she has performed in numerous pieces in Emerging Choreographers Showcase, ChoreoLab, ChoreoLab Informal, MFA Dance Showcase, and Dancers Workshop. Isabella has choreographed for Dancers Workshop and is excited to create a piece for this upcoming year’s production! She also teaches and choreographs for the Greater Niagara Ballet Company, and Teal’s Niagara Theatre. After graduation, she plans to teach at Lewiston Dance, and continue choreographing and performing throughout Western New York.

ANNABELLA HOPKINS is a junior majoring in Criminology, with minors in Dance and Social justice. Annabella has been dancing at The Dance Workshop since she was 2 years old in the styles of tap, jazz, ballet, hip-hop, lyrical, and acrobatics. She has also been involved in various dance competitions and conventions throughout her dancing career. Currently, Annabella teaches classes at The Dance Workshop for ages 2-15, in the styles of tap, jazz, hip-hop and acrobatics! Annabella is so excited and honored to be a part of Josh’s piece. Rehearsing and learning the routine has been so much fun, and she can’t wait for everyone to see it! She hopes everyone enjoys watching it and gets to see all the hard work and determination put out by the cast and choreographer!

RACHEL HUNT is a sophomore BFA Dance Major. She grew up competing and studying an array of styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, and hip hop at Glen Dance Studio in Long Island New York, where she also has the privilege to now teach when she is home. Rachel has performed in department shows such as Emerging Choreographers Showcase, The MFA Showcase, and Dancers Workshop. Rachel is excited to perform in Josh’s piece and is thrilled to be a part of an amazing show and cast.

LAUREN JEZIORO is a freshman Dance BA and Mathematics BA double major with a minor in Criminology in the Honors College. She began dance at the age of two, training at Fitzsimmons Dance Factory for most of her years. She danced competitively for 10 years studying jazz, tap, ballet, hip-hop, contemporary, and lyrical styles. In the future, Lauren hopes to dance commercially, on cruises, Broadway, or as a backup dancer. She is extremely excited to begin her training at the University at Buffalo and for what awaits in the next few years!

MACKENZIE LEONE is a sophomore pursuing her BFA in Dance and BA in Psychology at UB. She was recently seen performing in the Emerging Choreographer’s Showcase in November. She is thrilled to be making her collegiate choreographer debut in Dancer’s Workshop this Spring. Mackenzie grew up in Syracuse, NY, where she found her love for dance at a young age. Her passion for performing and modern dance is present every time she walks on stage. Mackenzie thanks her friends, family, and professors who have guided her over the years.

BOLUN LI (aka Bird Bro) is a senior undergraduate student majoring in Sociology. This is Bolun’s first time performing in the MFA dance showcase, and he is grateful for the opportunity to learn and perform Joshua’s choreography. He’s especially excited to bring Locking—a funky street dance style—into the mix. Bolun hopes you all enjoy Joshua’s work, as well as the work of all the other choreographers involved.

MARIO LIGUORI is a current Junior inside the BFA Dance program at UB. He is double majoring in Psychology, a member of the Honors College, and a collegiate ambassador for the College of Arts and Sciences. Mario is a member of UB’s Zodiaque Dance Company and he has performed in many UB productions including the Emerging Choreographer’s Showcase, MFA Thesis Concert, and Choreolab. As an artist, his passion and love for dance shines through his performance! Mario expresses deep appreciation to his parents, friends, professors, and his amazing choreographer, Madeline, who have all guided him to where he is now.

GIA MARESCA is a senior BA Dance major from Long Island, NY. Throughout her time in the University at Buffalo Dance Department, she has had the opportunity to choreograph and perform in various shows, including Emerging Choreographers’ Showcase and Dancers’ Workshop. Her main areas of study are modern and contemporary dance. Gia is currently the Senior ACDA Student Representative for the 2025 Northeast conference. She is so excited to be dancing for the first time in MFA Showcase, and has truly enjoyed this process!

KIERA MCHERRON is a senior Business Administration student, minoring in Dance. She grew up studying jazz, kickline, modern, and contemporary dance at Creative Dance Arts in Round Lake, NY. She is continuing her dance education by taking classes through the UB Dance Department and being a member of the UB Kickline Club, where she currently serves as President. She is so excited and honored to be a part of Joshua’s MFA work and to have the opportunity to share the stage with so many talented artists.

RAE MILLER (they/she) is thrilled to perform in one of their first UB Dance shows. They are a junior Sociology BA, Spanish BA, and Dance minor. They have previously performed at UB in Dancers Workshop and Emerging Choreographers Showcase. She has also worked with Impulse Dance Force, UB’s undergraduate dance club, and appreciates it as a space for her to develop her own choreographic works. Rae would like to thank their fiancé Hannah, her sister Evie, her mom, and Eve from Surge Dance Company for helping her get as far as she has. She would also like to thank Dani and the rest of the cast for creating such a positive and healing space to work and experiment with dance.

JANE NORRIS is a freshman dancer from Buffalo, NY. Jane’s favorite styles of dance include jazz and contemporary, which she has fortunately been able to study here throughout her first semester at UB, even without a declared major! Jane has loved working with Madeline, and her bond with this cast will surely live on. She is happy to be performing in her second departmental show this semester, and hopes there are many more to come. 

SHANNON NEPHEW is a Freshman Dance BA and Political Science BA dual major at the University at Buffalo Honors College. She grew up in Syracuse, New York. Following her undergraduate studies, Shannon plans on attending Law School. In her first semester she performed in the Emerging Choreographers Showcase and the MFA Showcase. Shannon is very excited to be a part of multiple pieces in her first semester, and can’t wait to see where the next four years at UB take her.

MACKENZIE PAUTLER is a sophomore Neuroscience major with a minor in Dance. She grew up primarily studying ballet, modern, contemporary, and lyrical at the American Academy of Ballet in Buffalo, where she now teaches. She is excited to perform in Josh’s MFA piece, and it is her first time performing in a UB Dance Department show. Outside of taking dance classes through the department, she is a member of Impulse Dance Force and is currently choreographing for their fall showcase. Mackenzie is honored to dance with such an amazing cast.

LARISA RIVERA-VASQUEZ is a current senior double majoring in Theatre and Political Science with a minor in Dance. She is thrilled to be in the MFA Dance Showcase for her final year at UB along with so many talented dancers. She’s grateful to be part of Josh’s piece, as she’s been loving her Hip-Hop class (DAC 455), which Josh also teaches. Throughout her time at UB she has had the pleasure of being in several Departmental Productions such as Mr. Burns, PUFFS, C’est La Vie, and Dancers Workshop. She would like to thank Josh and her fellow cast members for this amazing experience! Stay tuned for the MFA Dance Thesis Concert in the spring!

WILLIAM SCHMIDT danced for 9 years at Kiptom Dance Studio in Buffalo, NY. As a native of Buffalo, he has had the unwavering support of his parents, who have always encouraged him to pursue his dreams. Over the years, William has participated in numerous competitions and conventions, one of which being Dance Masters of America. He recently was in a 3-week run of Newsies at the Shea’s 710 Theater. These experiences have made him enjoy the art form even more. Additionally, his favorite style of dance is Jazz, which allows him to express his creativity. Currently, William is a freshman at the University at Buffalo (UB), majoring in Dance. He hopes to achieve his goal of a career in professional dance.

REZVAN SHABANNEJADIAN holds a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Tehran and an M.A. in Dramatic Literature from Tehran University of Art. She is a Ph.D. student in Theatre and Dance at the University at Buffalo. Her research explores the relationship between cultural narratives and female identity formation in Middle Eastern and Western canons, with a focus on gender roles in female writings. Rezvan aims to analyze the societal constructs shaping these narratives. Additionally, she is a creative writer, authoring short stories and plays that blend her scholarly interests with themes of identity, culture, and gender in dramatic storytelling.

MYA TRAN is a senior UB student pursuing her BA in Dance with a minor in History. During her time at UB, she has had the privilege of dancing under a multitude of performance organizations, including Zodiaque Dance Company, Choreolab, Emerging Choreographers Showcase, and Dancers Workshop. She has also presented her own work for Emerging Choreographer Showcase in 2023 and 2024. She has had the honor of working with Josh since he began his journey in the MFA program and is grateful to be spending her last year working with him on his thesis! 

AUDREE WOODS is a junior Dance BFA, Musical Theatre BFA, and Management minor. She was recently seen in the Emerging Choreographers Showcase, and as Jane Doe in UB THD’s Ride the Cyclone, for which she received a double nomination in Acting and Musical Theatre for the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival: she will compete and attend the conference in January. Audree would like to thank her family, friends, and the entire cast and crew of MFA Thesis!

ALLY HASSELBACK (Stage Manager) is excited to Stage Manage for her first MFA Showcase Concert, after serving as Calling SM for the MFA Thesis Concert in Spring ‘24. Ally was born in Buffalo, and has returned to her hometown to work with all of the wonderful collaborators present at UB. Over the course of her 15- year career, Ally has Stage Managed across the country, in theatre, dance, opera, live concerts, corporate and live events. Ally is continuously grateful for the constant support and love of her family, including the four-legged members: Louie and Penny. Congratulations to the Directors, Choreographers, Dancers, Musicians, Designers, and Technicians involved in making MFA Showcase 2024 a reality! Break legs, everyone!

HAILEY ADAMS (Assistant Stage Manager) is a Theatre Major with an interest in Stage Management. She recently transferred to UB from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where she was the ASM on many shows and the Stage Manager for Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare. Last year, Hailey was one of the ASM's on Comedy of Errors at Shakespeare in Delaware Park, where she had interned and worked for many summers.

MATT DIVITA (Lighting Designer, Sound & Projections Engineer) is a Buffalo-based Lighting Designer and is thrilled to be making his UB debut with these talented Choreographers. Some of his favorite designs include: Dracula: a Comedy of Terrors, Private Lives, The Price, Thurgood, "Master Harold"...and the Boys, and Great Expectations (ICTC); American Idiot, Head Over Heels, Dog Fight (Belissima Productions); Ages (Torn Space); Choir Boy (Ujima Company); and Rent, Us & Them, The Taming, and Measure for Measure (Niagara University). Most recently, he has the honor of serving as the Lighting Supervisor for the Chautauqua Theatre Company. He can also be found as a Lighting Director at Electric City, live lighting concerts coming to Buffalo. Matthew would like to thank his wife, Karen, for all her constant love and support.

JACKIE RENAUD (Assistant Lighting Designer) is a recent Niagara University graduate with a B.F.A. in Design and Production with a concentration in Technical Direction and Scenic Painting. Professional credits: Stage Operations Staff for Summer 2024 Season (Glimmerglass Festival), Assist. Stage Manager for Kindertransport and Tuesdays with Morrie (Jewish Repertory Theatre), Sound Engineer for Dracula, Live Audio Mixer for The Fitzgerald’s of St. Paul, Lead Elec. for “Master Harold”…and the Boys, Assist. Lead Elec. for The Fitzgerald’s of St. Paul (Irish Classical) NU Credits: Assist. Light Designer for Rent, Technical Director for The Diary of Anne Frank, Head Rigger/Assist. Technical Director for Fun Home, and Charge Artist for Peter and the Starcatcher. She would like to thank her mentor Mattie for letting her follow him around everywhere he goes. 

JENN LYNN CARTER (Scenic Designer, Slideshow Designer, Light Board Operator) or “Jenn with Two Ns,” is a Scenic Artist, freelance Designer, and a Passionate advocate for local theatre. Jenn has had the pleasure of scenic painting with The University at Buffalo Theatre & Dance Department including the CAS research project An Unlikely Refuge, also with local theatre Road Less Traveled (The Light Fantastic, Shipwrecked, Our Lady of 121st Street, Burn This), Finger Lakes Opera (Two Corners & Gianni Schicchi), and City Circle Theatre Company in Iowa. You will also see this smiling person at Torn Space Theatre as the Box Office Manager. Jenn has a MFA in Theatre Design from The University of Iowa and a BFA from the University at Buffalo. Jenn has taught at UB as well as mentored students in paint, props, & costumes as Adjunct Faculty and as Interim Costume Shop Manager (2024). Her other passions include Art, Photography, Caregiving, Yoga for Kids, and her most favorite role: being the Mom of a young wild child!!! Jenn sends out a big heartfelt “Thank You!” to her supportive spouse Charlie Carter, as well as Lynne Koscielniak, Collin Ranney, Cathy Norgren, Cindy Darling, Scott Behrend, and everyone along the way!

Take Care; You Matter.

JAMIE HAGER (Sound Board & Projections Operator) is an MFA Candidate in Media Arts Production at the University at Buffalo. They received their Bachelor of Arts in Cinema and Screen Studies and English at SUNY Oswego in 2017. They are currently a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Department of Media Study at UB and a Student Assistant for the Center for the Arts, in which they perform audio and video production duties. As part of their creative practice, they produce genre-bending video works that critique gender and social norms through a satirical and absurdist lens. 

Department Chair:  Eero Laine
Associate Chair/Producing Director:  Lynne Koscielniak
Director of Graduate Studies:  Ariel Nereson
Director of Undergraduate Dance:  Melanie Aceto
Production Manager:  Rick Haug
Assistant Production Manager:  Ally Hasselback
Technical Support:  Tom Burke
Department Props & Paints Supervisor:  Marc Quattlebaum
Interim Costume Shop Manager:  Jenn Carter
Department Administrators:  R. Macklin Oslzewski, Veronica Sedota
Senior Staff Assistant:  Rob Falgiano
Administrative Assistant:  Kristin Mann
Production Photographer:  Ken Smith

The UB Department of Theatre and Dance is a proud member of the UB College of Arts and Sciences. With a firm commitment to the advancement of creative research, experiential learning, and community engagement, the UBTHD 2024-2025 Production Season is administered by the Department of Theatre and Dance. We acknowledge our full faculty and staff for their part in preparing students for work on stage and behind the scenes. We thank UB Center for the Arts for their support in making these productions possible.

Special Thanks to Tom Burke and UBTHD Students in Sound & Projections.

Additional Thanks to Jackie Renaud for her time and work on this Concert.

UB Theatre and Dance wishes to acknowledge the generous continued philanthropic support of Fox Run at Orchard Park, an official contributing sponsor of the UBTHD 2024-2025 season.

Our season of programming is also made possible by ticket purchases and donations from patrons like you. We thank you for your continued support of our works. If you would like to further support THD, please visit: https://arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/theatre-dance/about/support.html