Theatre Experience
Tarleton State University: Where it All Began
My experience at Tarleton State University gifted me with a wide breadth of knowledge that
Endgame
by
Samuel Beckett
directed by
Daniel Stone
2023
"Hamm"
"Endgame" by Samuel Beckett was my final role at Tarleton State University, and my greatest challenge: I was confined to a wheeled chair, portraying a blind man who rants and raves as he struggles with reality. The challenges were many (I sat under that sheet for a full half-hour, silent and still, while the audience entered the house!) but the rewards were almost infinite. An absurdist drama, we utilized some of the design concepts to honor the Ukrainian conflict at the time.
The Liar
by Pierre Corneille
adapted by
David Ives
Directed by
Nic McMinn
2021
"Dorante"
"The Liar" was an incredible experience: the tale of a compulsive liar, told in iambic pentameter. The lines themselves were a challenge as we had to say every word, every syllable and every rhyme exactly as scripted. Despite that challenge, this script contains some of my favorite monologues and witticisms.
Leading Ladies
by Ken Ludwig
Directed by
Mark Holtorf
2021
"Jack Gable/Stephanie"
"Leading Ladies" was my first experience with women's costumes and it was truly an eye-opening experience and an absolute blast. From lighting-fast quickchanges, stage combat and learning how to run in heels, I loved this show!
A Christmas Carol: Every Man has the Power to do Good
by James Hutchison
Directed by
Prudence Jones
2021
"Ebenezer Scrooge"
An absolute classic, I was honored to play ol' Ebenezer in this production. It was my first opportunity to play an older man, which posed its challenges, and it was my first "seasonal" production.
Cabaret
by Kander, Ebb & Masteroff
Directed by
Carol Stavish
2022
"Clifford Bradshaw"
Cabaret truly is an "actor's musical." I got to show off my acting, singing, and dance skills in this production and I had a great time. I actually taught myself sleight of hand for this show and demonstrated my skill each night, which was a great joy.
The Reluctant Dragon
by Mary Hall Surface
Directed by
Tommy West
2023
"St. George"
This production gave me one of many opportunites to learn from a student director, in this case the wonderful Tommy Vest. I've shared the stage with Tommy as an actor and it was a great experience having him direct me, and show me a bit of how he goes about understanding this great thing we do. The cast was incredible and I got to play a character with two accents-- British English and West Country English.
The Spongebob Musical
by Kyle Jarrow, et al.
Directed by
Prudence Jones
2023
"Eugene H. Krabs"
My time as Mr. Krabs was an incredible experience. It was such a massive undertaking and a thrill to put together. It was quite the experience to act with large claws, which our amazing costume shop made from scratch, and I absolutely loved the music from the show.
Biloxi Blues
by Neil Simon
Directed by
Prudence Jones
2021
"Sgt. Merwin J. Toomey"
This was my first show upon returning to Tarleton after a long hiatus and it was amazing! The cast was just perfect and I had a blast playing the overbearing drill sergeant. We would actually start each rehearsal early with a strenuous workout in order to prepare us for the many, many pushups performed during the show.
Murder On the Orient Express
by Ken Ludwig
Directed by
Carol Stavish
2022
"Samuel Ratchett / James Arbuthnot"
This was a great time: I got to play dead! I was also portraying two different characters, which involved different accents, costumes, bearings and attitudes, which was an absolute joy.