Ethan Paulini (he/him)

TENTH SEASON

In addition to being the Producing Artistic Director of the Weathervane Theatre, Ethan served as the Associate Artistic Director of New York City’s Out of the Box Theatrics. He has national credits as a director, choreographer, actor, writer, and educator. Proud member of Society of Directors and Choreographers (SDC) and Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Television and Radio Actors (SAG/AFTRA) and a member of Actors’ Equity Association (AEA). More info at ethanpaulini.com and ethancoaches.com.

Rien Schlecht (she/her)

TWENTY-FIRST SEASON

Favorite Weathervane designs include A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (NH Theatre Award), GUYS AND DOLLS (NH Theatre Award), EURYDICE, BUYER AND CELLAR, and SWEENEY TODD (NH Theatre Award). Her New York theatre credits – Out of the Box Theatrics, including the Drama Desk-nominated BABY, several seasons with Theatre For A New Audience, Radio City, Mark Morris Ballet, and many other theatres and TV commercials. She designed The Mysteries at The Flea (Drama Desk nom), The Jinx for HBO, worked on THE WOODSMAN at New World Stages, and the stage and film productions of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Julie Taymor. 

Jeremy Baldauf (he/him)

THIRD SEASON

Based in Vermont, Jeremy has been a freelance technical designer for 10+ years, traveling the East Coast and beyond. He is excited to be returning for his third season with the Weathervane! Jeremy is also a gaffer and grip for film and television, and is an active member of IATSE Local #481.

Alexander Pikiben (he/him)

THIRD SEASON

Alexander is a freelance lighting and sound designer from Minneapolis. He is currently a lighting and sound professor at Truman State University.  He is excited to be working at the Weathervane this season with his wonderful partner AP. Free Palestine.

Gabbie Flores (they/them)

FIRST SEASON

Gabbie is a props artist based in San Angelo, TX, and a student at Angelo State University. They’ve worked on shows like DEARLY DEPARTED (assistant props & scenic) and THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON (props & puppet designer). They are excited to join Weathervane Theatre for this season.

Jourdan Alexander

Jason Luck (he/him)

SECOND SEASON

Jason is an Ohio-based scenic artist and designer. Previously, he designed SWEAT and BURIAL AT THEBES at Baldwin Wallace University. This is his second season scenic painting at Weathervane and recently painted ELF, FOOTLOOSE, and JOSEPH… at Broadway Sacramento. He hopes you enjoy the show! @jjluck10

Vero Villalobos (she/her)

THIRD SEASON

 Working her way through every position at Weathervane, Vero’s excited to be stepping in as technical director for the 60th season. Previous credits include: musician for EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE, THE FULL MONTY, and CABARET; playwright for GLOCK 17. Para mi Papa: ¡Mira, soy carpinterá como tú! Te amo.

AP Pikiben (they/them)

THIRD SEASON

(Costume Design – Grease, Waitress | Intimacy Coordinator | Production Manager) is a theatre artist based out of the Midwest. They are currently working at Truman State University as a Professor of Theatre. AP is so excited to be back with their Weathervane family alongside their partner, Alexander. They are excited to create beautiful theatre in the North Country!

Reed Davis* (he/him)

SECOND SEASON

Reed is returning to Weathervane for his second season. He is currently pursuing his MFA in Stage Management at the University of Iowa. Previously, he has worked with Opera House Arts, First Stage Milwaukee, and Penobscot Theatre Company. Thank you to his friends and family for their support—enjoy the show!

TessaMarie Beard (she/her)

FIRST SEASON

TessaMarie is a Chicago-based theatre artist and stage manager. This is her first season with Weathervane, and she is super excited to be part of the theatre’s 60th anniversary season!

Sam Powers* (he/him)

FIRST SEASON

Recent credits include: Kennedy Center: SHEAR MADNESS; Everyman Theatre: AND THEN THERE WERE NONE; Round House Theatre: A HANUKKAH CAROL; Florida Studio Theatre: THE 4CNOTES, RHINESTONE COWGIRLS, THE WORLD GOES ‘ROUND, TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT, CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REMIXED!, BLACK PEARL SINGS!, THE ’70S-MORE THAN A DECADE; Proud Muhlenberg College graduate. www.sampowersstage.com @sampowersstage

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