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*Matthew McGee (Producing Artistic Director) - Matthew currently serves as artistic director of the Show Palace Dinner Theater – one of only two fully Equity theaters in Tampa Bay. He graduated with a BFA in Theatre Performance and Management from Valdosta State University. As a performer, Matthew has appeared in numerous regional venues throughout the United States. Favorite Theatre Credits: THE PRODUCERS, A TUNA CHRISTMAS, ALL THE GREAT BOOKS, THE BIG BANG, MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS, VICTOR/VICTORIA, THE ODD COUPLE and NUNCRACKERS – directed by Dan Goggin. Matthew can also be seen and heard in numerous spots on the radio and television for Mattress Firm, Amscot Financial, Gotomeetings.com, Sonny’s BBQ, Ford Motor Company, Ferman Chevrolet and The NJ Turnpike. Don’t miss his performance in the independent film MISCONCEPTIONS starring Orlando Jones and David Moscow. Matthew’s work in American Stage Theatre Company’s production of MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS earned him a spot in Creative Loafing’s Top Ten Theatre moments in 2008. He also broke all American Stage box office records in the hilarious A TUNA CHRISTMAS. Matthew is a proud member of Actor's Equity Association and The American Guild of Variety Artists. At the Show Palace he has directed acclaimed productions of ANYTHING GOES, SUGAR BABIES, CABARET, THE FULL MONTY and SOUTH PACIFIC. Matthew (with co-creator Michael Ursua) has also written highly successful original revues including THE FROSTY FOLLIES, VIVA VEGAS and THIS MAGIC MOMENT. Visit Matthew online at www.heresmatthew.com for more information about upcoming performances! |
Shanna & Chris Sell (Resident Choreographers) – The Sells are delighted to be returning to the Show Palace with such a fantastic show! Show Palace audiences may remember their choreography from the highly acclaimed productions of DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, NUNSENSE A-MEN!, THE PRODUCERS, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN and CRAZY FOR YOU. The Sells came to Florida directly from New York City and the Broadway musical, CATS. They have traveled extensively throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, performing in numerous other Broadway musicals including 42ND STREET, A CHORUS LINE, MY ONE & ONLY, WEST SIDE STORY, and SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, to name a few favorites. They have had the honor of performing at Carnegie Hall, and danced with the world-famous Radio City Music Hall Rockettes in THE RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR. They are also the proud owners of Sell's Broadway Dance Company in New Port Richey, where they teach dance instruction to students of all ages. However, despite all of these wonderful opportunities, the productions that they are most proud of, are their three beautiful children, Megan Kate, Ryan Michael, and their newest addition, Avery! Enjoy the show!
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 Susan Haldeman (Company Manager) Susan is a proud member of Actors¹ Equity Association. She graduated with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Mesa State College. She happily joined the Show Palace staff in 2000. Susan has been the Production Stage Manager for: THE FULL MONTY, KISS ME KATE, SUGAR BABIES, FOREVER PLAID, SMOKEY JOE'S CAFÉ, and will continue Stage Management in the upcoming season. During her time before she became the Company Manager, she was primarily a performer in such fabulous productions as: OLIVER!, NUNSENSE, SWINGTIME CANTEEN, A FUNNY THINGSFORUM, CAROUSEL, MAME, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, RUMORS, THE MUSIC MAN, SWING!, THE FABULOUS 50S AND 60S REVUE and many more including playing Bobbi Melody in the 2007 hit A SHOW PALACE CHRISTMAS. She has also worked backstage in many facets of theatre including props, wigs, make-up design, and set crew in various Show Palace productions. Before arriving at The Show Palace in 2000, Susan lived in New York City and worked all over the nation at various theatres. In late 2000 - 01 she toured the United States and Canada with Phoenix Productions¹ PHANTOM. She is thrilled to be joining such a wonderful Artistic Staff. Many thanks to Nick and Sal Sessa and the entire staff at the Show Palace who make this such a wonderful place to work. Thanks also to my family and my friends for their love and constant support of my crazy lifestyle! |
Tom Hansen (Scenic & Lighting Designer) - This
is Tom Hansen’s 9th year as Show Palace’s
Production Designer. His first show was the award winning
production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Tom’s award credits
include OKLAHOMA ! (Palace Award, 1999), HARVEY (Lary
Award, 2002), PHILADELPHIA STORY (Lary Award, 2003),
THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Lary Award, 2004), BEAUTY & THE
BEAST (Lary Award, 2005) THE GREAT SEBASTIANS (Lary Award
Nomination), and MORNINGS AT SEVEN (Lary Award Nomination).
He has designed and built several productions for theatres
along Florida’s West Coast including CHICAGO (Eight
O’clock Theatre), BLITHE SPIRIT (St. Petersburg
Little Theater), OVER THE RIVER (Mark-Two Dinner Theater),
RED HOT & COLE (Players of Sarasota) and MEET ME
IN ST. LOUIS (Richey Suncoast Theater). Tom also designs
for JOHN LEGGIO SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTSin
Spring Hill. His other theatrical and artistic credits
include PHCC Performing Arts Center(Technical
Director), Chris Hawn & Associates (custom art & design)
and Famous Faces, Inc. (celebrity portrait artist). Tom
thanks Nick & Sal, the Artistic Staff, the box office,
and the cast & crew for their hard work and dedication.
Tom would like to extend a very special Thank You to
his lovely wife, Emilie, for her love and support.
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Scott Daniel (Associate Artistic Director/Wardrobe Coordinator) Originally from Newbury, England (UK), Scott attended the American Musical and Dramatics Academy in New York City with a focus in Musical Theatre. His performance credits include: GREASE, THE FANTASTICS, LITTLE BY LITTLE, LUCKY STIFF, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, A FUNNY THING...FORUM, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, FOOTLOOSE (Lary Award Nomination), the world premier of Anton Copella’s SACCO & VANZETTI, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, SWEET CHARITY, the national tour of CIRQUE HOLIDAZE, and many more. He started his design career with ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE LINES as a Wig Stylist and quickly became a lead Wig Designer for the largest ships in the world. Through his time working off stage as a member of design teams around the world he developed a new passion for the creative production process and began training with some of the biggest names in the theatrical wardrobe industry along with creating his own company Scott D'signs. Some wardrobe/wig/production design credits include: THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND, GODSPELL, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, PETER PAN, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, SWEET CHARITY, COOL COW: THE MOVIE MUSICAL to name a few. Scott is overjoyed to bring his artistic vision to the Show Palace and be a member of such a talented creative staff. Visit www.ScottDanielOnline.com |
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