A NOTE ABOUT WORKSHOP PRODUCTIONS

This production of Deathtrap by Ira Levin is a workshop production. It has been staged with actors, but with minimal production aspects. A workshop is typically done to preview a specific production in order to gather audience response and critique. Deathtrap will return to the Chapel theater for a run in the Piccolo Spoleto Stelle Di Domani series, applying critique from talk backs after each performance. We encourage audience members to stay after the show and talk about their experience with the performance. We look forward to hearing your thoughts!

PRODUCTION TEAM

- DIRECTORS -

Ky Daisey

Kylie “Ky” Daisey is a Junior at The College majoring in Theater Performance and Is Just Happy To Be Here! This is her first directing credit, though she has previously filled Assistant Director roles in the College's production of Men on Boats and PURE Theatre's production of The Lehman Trilogy. She would like to thank her co-director Madelein Hanson for sharing the opportunity to direct this wonderful production! 

Madelein Hanson*

Madelein Hanson is a junior at the College, majoring in Theatre Studies and French & Francophone Studies, with a minor in Linguistics. This is her directorial debut, and her previous work consists of performance (Evie in In Love and Warcraft) dramaturgy (The Bacchae, As I Was Not As I Am), and writing (The Pages Festival).  Overseeing the production as a director has broadened her perspective of the theatrical process, and she certainly has learned a lot! She hopes you enjoy Deathtrap, and would like to thank Ky Daisey for being a great co-director.

- STAGE MANAGER -

Cheyenne Comitz

Cheyenne Comitz (she/her) - Cheyenne Comitz is a junior at the College of Charleston majoring in Theatre and English concentrating in theatre studies and creative writing. She was last seen off stage as the assistant stage manager for CofC’s production of Men On Boats and directed Ahead of the Trauma by Zack Christensen for Director’s Showcase in December. Her short play Homesick was recently featured during The Pages Festival. She’d like to thank her friends for constantly having to listen to her latest obsession. This is her stage managing debut for a full production!

- ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER -

Grace Albertson

Grace Albertson (they/she) is in her freshman year as an Arts Management major at The College. They most recently worked with Main Stage as the stage manager for The Pages Festival, and assistant stage manager for Men on Boats. They also worked with Center Stage as the stage manager for As I Was, Not As I Am. They would like to thank the wonderful Caroline Walls for being her number one supporter, and the fantastic folks of Centerstage for reminding them how much they love theatre. 

- FIGHT DIRECTOR -

Isabella Gardner

Isabella Gardner is a junior Theatre and Arts Management double major, and a first time fight choreographer! When she isn’t throwing elbows in CATO 317, she’s in the scene shop building the Mainstage’s next set, or acting on the Chapel stage, most recently in Men On Boats directed by Sharon Graci. Isabella would like to remind her actors to slow down, keep contact, and enjoy doing it!

- COSTUME DESIGNER -

Claire Arnold

Claire Arnold is a senior at the College of Charleston, majoring in Studio Art with a minor in Art History. She is also working on finishing her A.B Classics degree. This her first time costume designing for a full production, and first time on crew! Her past productions include acting in Centerstage’s 5 Women Wearing the Same Dress (Francis) and Mainstage’s Everybody(various roles). Claire is thrilled to put her artistic skills to use alongside such an incredible team. She would like to thank the directors, the wonderful cast and crew, and Centerstage for this amazing and creative opportunity!

- LIGHTING DESIGNER -

Olivia Maness

Olivia Maness (she/her/hers) is a sophomore majoring in Theatre with concentrations in Scenic/Lighting Design and Technology and Theatre Studies. Since starting at the College, Olivia has participated in many capacities: assistant stage manager for Violet and Marcus; or the Secret of Sweet, stage manager for Proof and Men on Boats, and performed in The Late Wedding (Raya/Captain). She is very excited to light design her first show at the College! She would like to thank her family and friends for all their support, and a special thanks to Duffie, Bootsie, and Alex Jones for mentoring her in lighting. 

- SOUND DESIGNER -

Madeline Hall

Madeline Hall (she/her) is a first-year student at The College of Charleston. Madeline is majoring in Theatre with a concentration in Performance and is participating in the new Music Theatre Certificate! You may have seen Maddy as Janet in Centerstage’s 2023 production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadowcast. Maddy is excited to have sound designed her first show! She would like to thank everyone at Centerstage for welcoming her and helping her learn new skills!

- PROPERTIES DESIGNER -

Sarah Poteat

Sarah Poteat (she/they) is a sophomore at College of Charleston. Sarah is double majoring in French and Francophone studies and Theatre with a performance concentration. You might have seen them on stage in Center Stage’s production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show shadowcast. She is ecstatic to be prop designing her third Center Stage show and they are so grateful to work alongside such incredibly talented people. She would like to thank all her friends and their endless support, and her cat, Azriel. 

- MAKEUP/ SFX DESIGNER -

Aidan Wunderley*

Aidan Wunderley is a junior theatre major (performance concentration) at the College of Charleston. This is Aidan’s first time designing a full length play. Aidan’s other recents theatre involvement includes acting in CofC Mainstage’s production of Men on Boats as Willian Robert Hawkins, and directing Center Stage’s production of As I Was, Not As I Am by August Hakvaag. Aidan is very grateful for this opportunity to explore a different side of theatre.

CREW

SET DRESSING
Sarah Poteat

INTIMACY COORDINATOR
Bea Lemaster*

WARDROBE CREW
Claire Arnold

MAKEUP CREW
Aidan Wunderley*

SOUND BOARD OPERATOR
Madeline Hall

LIGHT BOARD OPERATOR
Forrest Trapp

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Alex Jones*

MARKETING
Madison Berry*
Katie Burns*

PHOTOGRAPHY
Madison Berry*

THE CAST

Kit Fischer - Clifford Anderson

Kit Fischer is a junior at the College, majoring in Secondary Education and Spanish. Previously, he has performed in CofC MainStage’s production of Two Gentlemen of Verona as Proteus and the 2022 Center Stage production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show as Dr. Scott. Kit would like to thank his genetics for turning him into an evil twink.

Caleb Anderson - Sidney Bruhl

Caleb Anderson - (Sidney Bruhl) is a freshman at the College of Charleston double majoring in Theatre Performance and Psychology. This is his first time performing with Center Stage (Yippee!) Thanks to everyone who worked on this show for being so amazing, accepting, and welcoming to myself and others. Caleb would like to extend special gratitude towards Sheldon Cooper of The Big Bang Theory.

Lena Towne - Myra Bruhl

Lena Towne is a freshman at the College, majoring in Theatre with a concentration in performance and Historic Preservation. She is so excited for her first performance with Center Stage! She would like to thank the directing team, the cast, and everyone who worked hard to help this show come together. Lena would like to extend special thanks to the audience, thank you for coming and enjoy the show!

Morgan Kelly - Porter Milgrim

Morgan Kelly is a junior at the College majoring in English with a concentration in Writing, Rhetoric, and Publication and a minor in history. This is their third time performing with Center Stage, having played Eddie in the 2023 production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show shadow cast and Emberly in Firebringer last Spring. Thanks to the production team and cast for being awesome as always.

Phoenix Brown - Helga ten Dorp

Phoenix Brown is a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Theatre with a concentration in performance. You may have last seen them in Center Stage’s production of As I Was, Not As I Am. They were also in cofc’s mainstage production of Men on Boats and the stage reading of In Love and Warcraft. They would like to thank their amazing directors and the hilarious cast for making this an awesome experience. They would also like to thank their partner for the many nights of going over their lines and always being supportive. 

SPECIAL THANKS TO…

The College of Charleston Department of Theatre and Dance

The Center Stage Marketing Team

The Center Stage Board

Gretchen McLaine

JD Stallings

Ellen Swick

Miles Boinest

Peter Spearman

Evan Parry

Eli Salas

Bootsie Baldwin

Reed Reed

THE BOARD

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Bea Lemaster

ASST. ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Morgan Kelly

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
Bristol Barnes

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
Bootsie Baldwin

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & PHOTOGRAPHY
Madison Berry

SOCIAL MEDIA / EVENTS COORDINATOR
Katie Burns

DIGITAL ARCHIVIST
Aidan Wunderley

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Alex Jones

NON-EQUITY DEPUTY
Eli Salas

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
Madelein Hanson
Ngaa Magombedze

*Indicates member of the Center Stage Board

CONTENT WARNING

The content of this production contains death, theatrical depictions of violence and injuries, strong language, use of homophobic slurs, loud noises, and flashing lights.