Director/Choreographer: Eric Deeb Weaver

Musical Director: Matt Marco

Assistant to the Choreographer: NJ Wingo

Assistant Music Director: Isabella Gomez-Barrientos

Stage Manager: Elisabetta Antonacci

Assistant Stage Managers: Liam Deyell, Aidan Sumrall

Set Designer: Jacob Clouse

Assistant Set Designer: Marcus Harter

Props Manager: Max Teicher

Lighting Designer: Lowden Flower

Assistant Lighting Designer: Ethan Brod

Costume Designer: Sam Lyko

Assistant Costume Designers: Alexandria Connolly, Elle Dixon

Projection Designer: Braxton Stone

Sound Designer and Mixer: Joyce Cheng

Assistant Sound Designer: Lukmaan Arif

Dance Captain: Kelly Quinn

Kyle Bissell: Tinsworthy / Ensemble

Ty Burgess: Detective / Ensemble

Ryan Butler: Franklin Hart Jr.

Jack Catena: Doctor / Ensemble

Glen Chitty: Dick / Dwayne

Hannah Countermine: Judy Bernly

Gwen Daretany: New Employee / Ensemble

Caroline Jameson: Candy Striper / Ensemble

Kathryn Lloyd: Margaret / Ensemble

Alex Louis: Josh / Cop / Ensemble

Allie NeGron: Missy / Ensemble

Kyra Orgass: Doralee Rhodes

Amaya Sonubi: Kathy / Ensemble

Katie Timmons: Maria / Ensemble

Abby Tyler: Rosalind Keith

Sophia Vessecchia: Violet Newstead

NJ Wingo: Joe / Ensemble

Audree Woods: Ensemble

Jonathan Zotamba: Bob Enright / Ensemble

Ty Burgess: Dick

Jack Catena: Joe / Dwayne

Glen Chitty: Franklin Hart Jr.

Gwen Daretany: Kathy

Caroline Jameson: Margaret

Kathryn Lloyd: Violet Newstead

Allie NeGron: Judy Bernly / Maria

Kelly Quinn: Onstage Swing

Katie Timmons: Rosalind Keith

NJ Wingo: Onstage Swing

Audree Woods: Doralee Rhodes

Keyboard I: Matt Marco

Keyboard II: Ian Liedke

Guitar I: Larry Albert

Guitar II: Mike Moser

Reed I: Craig Incontro

Reed II: Matt Incontro

Trumpet I: John Maguda

Trumpet II: Matt Miraglia

Trombone: Lon Gormley

Drum Set: Tyler Flynt

Percussion: Colin Sperazza

Bass: Jim Marone

ACT I

“9 to 5” … Violet, Doralee, Judy, Ensemble

“Around Here” … Violet, Judy, Ensemble

“Here For You” … Hart, Ensemble

“Here For You (Reprise) …. Hart

“I Just Might”… Violet, Doralee, Judy, Ensemble

“Backwoods Barbie” … Doralee, Ensemble

“Heart to Hart” … Roz, Ensemble

“Dance of Death” … Judy, Hart

“Cowgirl’s Revenge” … Doralee, Ensemble

“Potion Notion” … Violet, Ensemble

“Joy to the Girls” … Ensemble

“Shine Like the Sun” … Violet, Doralee, Judy, Ensemble

~15-Minute Intermission~

ACT II

“Entr’ Acte” …

“One of the Boys” … Violet, Joe, Ensemble

“5 to 9” … Roz

“Change It” … Violet, Doralee, Judy, Ensemble

“Let Love Grow” … Violet, Joe

“Get Out and Stay Out” … Judy

“’9 to 5’ Finale” … Violet, Doralee, Judy, Joe, Roz, Ensemble

“Megamix / Bows” … Violet, Doralee, Judy, Hart, Joe, Roz, Ensemble

“Exit Music” …

As Dolly Parton would say, “Well hey there y’all!” Welcome to the University at Buffalo Department of Theatre and Dance production of 9 to 5: The Musical. Many of us are familiar with the original source material, the 1980 film starring the incomparable Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, and of course, Dolly Parton. But I know many of us are not familiar with the stage version, bringing the iconic movie to life with all the songs written by Dolly Parton herself. For the die-hard fans, you will recognize a very close script akin to the film, and that’s because the original co-screenwriter, Patricia Resnick, also wrote the musical. I feel this helped genuinely capture the elements and humor of the film we all fell in love with, yet also maintain the essence of the story. The brilliant thing about both the film and the musical is the way the vital message of equality and women’s rights are cleverly wrapped in a hilarious and witty script, showcasing three strong and inspiring female characters.

I still remember being a young audience member watching the pre-Broadway tryout of this musical in Los Angeles, way back when I was in college! I remember how big, lush, exciting, hilarious, and epic the original musical was, and how much I fell in love with it. I am beyond grateful to have been asked to share my vision for this show all these years later, bringing my passion for musical theatre and this zany, feel-good musical to the stage here at UB. Collaborating with the wonderful cast, crew, instructors, and artistic team has been a true honor.

Sometimes we need a little levity to distract us from everyday life, and I hope the joy, humor, song, and dance you see today by these fantastic students leaves you tapping your toes and humming along to the infamous tune of “9 to 5.” Thank you for supporting live theatre and arts education! Enjoy the show!!

Eric Deeb Weaver
Director and Choreographer

Eric Deeb Weaver is thrilled to join the talented students and faculty at UB as the Guest Director/Choreographer for 9 to 5! After growing up in CA, living over a decade in NYC, and then moving to Buffalo during the pandemic, Eric is now so excited to be involved in Buffalo's vibrant theatre community. Eric proudly holds a B.A. in Drama with Honors in Musical Theatre from UC Irvine and is a member of Actor's Equity. Recent production credits: The Rocky Horror Show (Choreographer) at The Kavinoky Theatre, The Little Mermaid (Director), 42nd Street, Pippin, and Matilda (Choreographer), all at the Historic Palace Theatre, and Chicago (Asst Dir/Choreo) for Nardin Academy. Select performance credits include: Young Frankenstein (National Tour), 42nd Street (Boebe Productions), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Riverside Theatre, Moonlight Theatre, Musical Theatre West), Spamalot (Hilton Head), Funny Girl (Riverside Theatre), The Drowsy Chaperone (The Gallery Players), Kiss Me Kate (Westchester Broadway Theater) and most recently made his performing debut in Buffalo at MusicalFare Theatre in Showtune (Man #2). Current upcoming projects: The Producers (Dir/Choreo) at Lancaster Opera House, and adult dance classes with Second Generation Theatre! Eric is overjoyed to be so welcomed by the vibrant Buffalo theatre community, including here at UB. He sends all his love to his husband Michael and their two pups Koko and Polly, and thanks all his friends, family, co-workers, and mentors for their continuous support!

Matthew Marco is a conductor, coach, and collaborative pianist based in Buffalo, NY. This season will be his first as Artistic Director of Buffalo Opera Unlimited, a company that highlights Buffalo-based talent in operatic works from both within and outside of the traditional canon. He also returns to the University at Buffalo as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance, teaching courses in musicianship, coaching, and music directing all curricular musicals. In addition to opera and musical theater, he enjoys regular performances with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, including the 2022 Carnegie Hall performance, Naxos recording sessions, and concerts on both the classics and pops series. 

Mr. Marco has also performed with Amarillo Opera (TX), the Center for Contemporary Opera (NY), Civic Morning Musicals (Syracuse, NY), the National Choral Festival (Carnegie Hall, NY), Opera Tampa (FL), and the Savannah VOICE Festival (GA). Locally, he has held conducting and coaching positions with Nickel City Opera, the Orchard Park Symphony Orchestra, the Western New York Chamber Orchestra, the Hillman Opera Company, and Opera-Lytes. For eleven years, he was the accompanist of the Buffalo Master Chorale, and has performed with the Buffalo Gay Men’s Chorus, the Buffalo Chamber Players, Friends of Vienna, and the Western New York Chamber Orchestra. Mr. Marco studied piano with Anne Kissel and François Germain, and conducting with Paul Ferington and Brian Doyle.

Rehearsal Assistant Stage Managers: Lukmaan Arif, Wisteria Jones, Maili Novak

Head Electrician / Lighting Programmer: Chris Ochman

Scenic Artist: Sheila Fastoff

Electrician / Light Board Operator: Ash Ferguson

Spot Operators: Theresa Banks, Molly Crandall

Sound / Projections Operator: Taylor Hannah

Sound Crew (Mics): Mario Liguori, Amanda Nirenberg

Props Supervisor : Kaiah Hobbs

Fly Supervisor / Deck Crew: Cameron Slutsky

Deck / Fly Crew: Sarah Bray, Joseph Chan, Alexis Qiao, Andre White

Wardrobe Supervisor: Wisteria Jones

Wardrobe Crew: Juno Hunter, Mario Liguori, Grace Rezin, Duorui Shi

Season Graphics: Elisabetta Antonacci

Props Warehouse Manager: Lukmaan Arif

Scenic Artists: Molly Crandall, Aurora Shao

Costume Shop Assistants: Theresa Banks, Jen Marquez, Jonathan Zotamba

Projections Technologist: Ethan Borrok

Sound Supervisor: Jacob Clouse

Electricians: Lisa Gallagher, Alaina Herman

Head Carpenter: Luigi LoCascio

Info-Tech: Braxton Stone

Properties Director: Cameron Thompson

Assistant Technical Director; Light, Sound, and Video Supervisor: Tom Burke

Paint and Props Mentor: Jennifer Lynn Carter

Costume Technician: Judy Curtis

Assistant Costume Shop Manager: Cindy Darling

Assistant Technical Director; Head Carpenter: Erich Frank

Intimacy Director: Lindsay Brandon Hunter

Set, Lighting and Projection Design Mentor: Lynne Koscielniak

SM Mentor / Production Stage Manager: Melinda J. Lamoreux

Sound Design Mentor: Nicholas Quinn

Fight Director: Danielle Rosvally

Costume Design Mentor / Costume Shop Manager: Zechariah Saenz

Technical Director: Jon Shimon

Senior Staff Assistant / Scene Shop Supervisor: Tom Tucker

Crew Instructor: Hannah S. Wolland

Department Chair: Eero Laine

Associate Chair / Producing Director: Lynne Koscielniak

Production Manager: Rick Haug

Assistant Production Manager: Ally Hasselback

Department Administrator: Rachel Olszewski, Veronica Sedota

Senior Staff Assistant: Rob Falgiano

Administrative Assistant: Kristin Mann

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 2023-2024 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.

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 2023-2024 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

Our season of programming is also made possible by ticket purchases and donations from patrons like you. To further support our work, please join the Celebration Rising donor wall.  Gifts to Celebration Rising expand opportunities for students to engage with guest artists and new theater technology during our 24-25 gala season.