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Dr. Janet Werther (Director) (they/them) is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre at the University at Buffalo. They hold a PhD in Theatre & Performance from the Graduate Center, CUNY and an MFA in Dance from Sarah Lawrence College. Dr. J’s research theorizes and historicizes queer feminist adaptation as a worldmaking, life-affirming endeavor. Their pedagogy and artistic praxis prioritize embodied understanding of big ideas. Recent/favorite artistic credits include The Secretaries (Director, University at Buffalo 2025), The Ballez Company’s Sleeping Beauty and the Beast (“Little Red,” BAX and La Mama, ETC. 2013-2016), and Variations on Themes from Lost and Found: Scenes From a Life and other works by John Bernd, choreographed by Ishmael Houston-Jones and Miguel Gutierrez (Research Dramaturg, Danspace Project and CUNY Center for Humanities 2016).

Jo Yanko (Assistant Director) is a Theatre (B.A.) major at the University at Buffalo and is thrilled to be assistant directing Wolf Play. Their most recent directorial training was this past summer at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, where they graduated from the National Theater Institute's Theatermakers program with in the directing concentration. Previous directorial work at the University includes Chamber Music (Student Directed Series, 2025). They would like to thank Jan Werther for giving them this opportunity; the incredible cast, crew and design team; their beautiful friends and family; and Carye Persico, the greatest person in the world.

Troy Coleman (Dramaturge) (he/they) is a Ph.D. candidate in Theatre and Performance. His research focuses on villains, applying critical masculinity, trauma theory, and disability theory with an emphasis on ethics and performer wellness. Troy holds a BFA from Colorado State University and an MA in Theatre & Performance Studies from University of Colorado. A proud AEA and SAG/AFTRA union member, he has completed The Second City Training Center Conservatory Program in Chicago and is a certified Consent-Forward Artist through Intimacy Directors & Coordinators (IDC). Beyond the classroom, Troy is an accomplished distance runner, a quiet vegan, and an animal rights activist.

Ty Burgess (Ash) (they/he) is an actor and playwright based out of the Buffalo area. He is currently a Senior pursuing his Acting BFA at University at Buffalo. Some recent productions he’s been involved in include Macbeth (Macbeth), Urinetown (Hot Blades Harry), Shakespeare Showcase (co-director), and Pajama Game (Vernon Hines). Future productions include the premiere of his original work, “Chrysalis.” He would like to thank every person involved in making this production possible. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Sophia Brito (Robin) is a Senior BFA Acting major with a minor in Communication. Past credits at the University at Buffalo include The Wolves (#14), Fefu and Her Friends (Sue), Almost Maine (Glory, Deena), and King Henry VI Pt. 2 (King Henry, Warwick). She also enjoys acting in films, like in Mother’s Essence (Autumn). Outside of acting, she likes to crochet, cook, and hang out with her amazing friends. She would like to thank her dad, mom, sisters, wonderful friends, and Drew for continuing to be so amazing. Enjoy the show!

Lóri Fejes (Peter) (he/him) is a graduate student in the department of Theatre & Dance. After a long hiatus, he returned to acting at UB with Macbeth (Duncan, etc.) and now Wolf Play. He remains deeply grateful for the patience and support of the entire cast and team of both these productions.

Julius A. Grower (Ryan (he/him) is a sophomore Music Theatre BFA. This is Julius's first credit at UB. He wants to thank the cast and crew of Wolf Play for making the production of this show such a wonderful experience. He would also like to thank his friends and family who have supported him through his journey thus far!

Anderson Kobayasi Maziero (Wolf / Jeenu) is a Freshman honors Music Theatre BFA student. This is Anderson's first ever performance at UB, and he is incredibly excited to join the community. Before UB, recent credits include The Creature (Frankenstein), and Kyle (Legally Blonde). Anderson is also a performer in "Umi Sora Taiko", a traditional Japanese Taiko drumming group founded and run by Anderson's own parents. He is forever grateful to his family, friends, and girlfriend for supporting him and his passions, and to each and every audience member for seeing Wolf Play and supporting the arts.

Noelia Colón (Understudy for Ash, Voice of Judge, Fight Captain) (any pronouns) is an Anthropology major with a minor in Theater. Past shows at UB include The Pajama Game (Ensemble) and The Wolves (#2). Noelia is overjoyed to be working with such a talented cast and crew on Wolf Play, and hopes everyone enjoys the show! Much love to family and friends (and cats).

Juniper Werther-Varn (Voice of Young Jeenu) (she/her) is a young artist from Williamsville, NY. She is excited to make her voice acting debut at The University at Buffalo as the voice of Young Jeenu in his voicemail message. Thanks to Mom & Thomas for the opportunity, and thanks to the whole cast and crew for being my friends!

Allie Space (Stage Manager) (they/them) is a sophomore Theatre Design Technology student. This is their first show as a Stage Manager, after Assistant Stage Managing for two dance shows and Macbeth, as well as working in the costume shop. Many thanks to the amazing cast and design team for the support and learning experiences on this production!

Evelyn McLaughlin (Assistant Stage Manager, Scenic Artist) is an emerging Lighting Designer, Stage Manager, and Scenic Artist pursuing a BFA in Theatre Design/Technology. Having previously studied Film, Evelyn aspires to unite her filmmaking and theatre skills to create art that highlights the strengths of both mediums. Evelyn worked on UBTHD’s Urinetown and Into the Woods as Assistant Lighting Designer. She also worked as Stage Manager for UBTHD’s Macbeth. Evelyn is currently working on Wolf Play as Assistant Stage Manager and Scenic Artist. You will see her work later this semester as well, on The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical as a Scenic Artist, and Emerging Choreographers Showcase as a debut Lighting Designer.

Phoenix Hall (Set, Props, and Puppet Designer) (they/them) is the set, props and puppet designer for Wolf Play. They’re a Senior pursuing a Theatre BA and a Mathematics BA. They’ve previously worked as Head Electrician on Into the Woods, and as Props Designer for Macbeth. Future work includes Head Electrician for The Lightning Thief.

Maili Novak (Technical Director) is currently a Senior Design/Tech BFA. Recently at UB, she was the Set Designer on Macbeth, and the Assistant Stage Manager and Assistant Technical Director on Into the Woods. Locally, she has worked with the Scenic Space, NETworks Productions, Buffalo Opera Unlimited, Shakespeare in Delaware Park, Irish Classical Theatre, Road Less Traveled Productions, and others! She’d like to thank the cast and crew for their ongoing love and support.

Alexandria Connolly (Costume Designer) is a Senior Theatre: Design/Technology BFA and is excited to bring her costume designs of Wolf Play to stage. She has previously costume designed Into the Woods, and will be designing two dance pieces for Zodiaque Dance Company this upcoming spring. She would like to thank her mentors Max and Cindy, her Assistant Designer Sofie, everyone who has worked on this production of Wolf Play in the costume shop, and her parents for their support. She hopes that you enjoy this production of Wolf Play. Website: alexandriaconnollydesigns.com.

Sofie Melledy (Asst. Costume Designer) (she/her) is a Junior Theater (BA) major, concentrating on Design and Technology, at the University at Buffalo. Her previous experience includes Costume Designer for Macbeth, Beyond Therapy and SpongeBob the Musical at Edward R Murrow High School in Brooklyn, NY. She also assisted in the costume department on My Fair Lady and As You Like It. At the University at Buffalo, she worked on costumes for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Eurydice. She is very excited to be a part of this production.

Ashtyn Rozenberg (Lighting Designer, Head Theatre Electrician) (they/them) is a Senior Design/Tech BA, and they are very excited to be the Lighting Designer and Head Electrician on Wolf Play, as well as Sound and Projections Designer on ECS! Previous credits include Lighting Designer on Macbeth. Future credits include Lighting Designer on 2191 and ChoreoLab, both showing this upcoming Spring.

Thomas Eikel (Sound Designer) : New to the Department of Theatre and Dance, Thomas Eikel is excited to be pursuing a BFA in Theater Design & Technology. With previous experience on productions such as Into the Woods and Choreolab, he is excited to be Sound Designing for Wolf Play, and assisting in Light Design for The Lightning Thief this season. Thomas loves working on system design, electrics, and embedded systems, as well as working with his peers to implement the designer’s vision. In the future, Thomas wishes to work in the live entertainment and concert industry.

Sara Goldschmidt (Scenic Artist) is currently a Senior Design/Tech BA at the University at Buffalo. Sara has worked as a Scenic Artist on Macbeth, and as Assistant Costume Designer on Into the Woods. Sara is excited to be continuing as a Scenic Artist on this semester’s production of Wolf Play.