Patrick O’Sullivan grew up on California’s central coast and moved to Tuscaloosa in 2005. He received a B.F.A. in painting from UA and worked there as an arts technician in the department of art and art history for 10 years. He has also worked in landscaping, construction, and craft brewing. Patrick currently resides in Holt where he hosts occasional weekend concerts and dinners when the weather cooperates.

Porfirio Solórzano, a Nicaraguan native, began his career in photojournalism in 1991 (New York Times Company). He worked at The Tuscaloosa News and left to set up his own freelance photography business, f8 Productions. Porfirio is Shelton State’s official photographer. His passion is readily apparent in his photographs.

Toya Carter is a graduate of Alabama State University (ASU) with a bachelor’s degree in graphic arts. Before returning to Shelton State as a media specialist, Toya gained experience in various positions working as a veteran affairs secretary, merchandise cast member, art gallery assistant, graphic designer, and a peace corps volunteer. In her personal time, Toya enjoys reading comic books, building homes, and spending time with family and friends.

Mary Beth Webber is thrilled to join Theatre Tuscaloosa as a Management Associate! A Tuscaloosa native, she grew up performing and working backstage here. She recently returned from touring nationally with Broadway productions of Fiddler on the Roof and My Fair Lady and is excited to give back to her theatrical roots. 

Katy-Mei is a senior at UA in Studio Art. She assisted with props for Theatre Tuscaloosa's productions of Anastasia (2025) and The Great Christmas Cookie Bake-Off (2022). She worked in the Management Office 2021-2023 while a student at SSCC. She plans to return to SSCC next year to study technical theatre. She thanks YaYa and Wheeler for this opportunity.

Wheeler Kincaid is thrilled to be in his 16th season with Theatre Tuscaloosa as technical director after working in NYC as a designer and production manager in venues such as Classic Stage Company, Theatre Row Studios, 59 East 59 Theatres, New 42nd Street Studios, Minetta Lane Theatre, and The New York Musical Theatre Festival.

Paul K. Looney, after 25 years at the helm of Theatre Tuscaloosa and establishing the Theatre Department of SSCC, Paul is retired and currently a studio artist. While leading Theatre Tuscaloosa, Paul helped found The Alabama Stage and Screen Hall of Fame. He also founded the Jasmine Hill Production Company and became the technical director of The Alabama Shakespeare Festival for its first two seasons in Montgomery. He is widely recognized for his skills as a director, designer, and performer. Paul’s work has been seen on the stages of The Alabama Shakespeare Festival, The Asolo Theatre, Jenny Wiley Summer Music Theatre, Summerfest, UAB Town & Gown Theatre, University of Montevallo Theatre, and UA Theatre. Movie and television sets plus stages all over America (from Broadway to Hollywood) are graced by actors and technicians who perfected their skills on Theatre Tuscaloosa stages under Paul’s direction. He has received numerous Druid Arts Awards and the prestigious Governor’s Arts Award.

Jeanette Waterman has served as the full-time costumer since 2000, having designed costumes for more than 90 productions. She is a native of Mobile who studied clothing and textile design at UA, and she has also costumed independent films and regularly assists local schools with their productions. Jeanette won the Outstanding Costumes award for her design of Launch Day, which was featured in the national American Association of Community Theatre Festival (AACTFest) in Louisville, KY, in 2023.

Kenyatta “YaYa” Browne holds a B.S. in communications from Mississippi College and an M.S. and M.B.A. from Western Governors University. She’s worked professionally in Atlanta and Miami on stage, print, and commercial projects. Credits include “Amah” in Harlem Duet, “Mrs. Breedlove” in The Bluest Eye, and “Wanda” in Crowns with Tony Award winner, Melba Moore. She’s been seen on the Theatre Tuscaloosa stage as “Mabel” in Crowns and as “Clairee” in Steel Magnolias. “It is an honor to contribute to the beautiful art of telling the stories you may not otherwise hear.”

Therrin is excited about another season with Theatre Tuscaloosa! He is an award-winning, Birmingham, Alabama-based, scenic and lighting designer, an Assistant Professor, and the Head of Design and Technology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Theatre. Therrin holds an M.F.A. in theatre from The University of Alabama and a B.A from Purdue Fort Wayne. Some of his favorite past work from around the country includes Machinal (off-B’Way), Ragtime, Anything Goes, Anastasia (Theatre Tuscaloosa), Made For More (Magnificat), Sweeney Todd, The Drowsy Chaperone, and Little Women (UA), Pagliacci, Barber of Seville (Opera Louisiane), God of Carnage, Two Gentlemen of Verona, and Freaky Friday (UAB). When not working, he loves spending time in the kitchen making extravagant meals with his wife Sara, his doodles, Oliver Twist and Liza Minelli, and his cat, Bob Fosse. (None of the animals do the cooking, though they have aspirations.)

Angelique holds an Associates of Arts in Acting for Camera and Film from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. She is currently studying Business at Shelton State Community College. Past credits include "Dynamite Girl" and Ensemble (Hairspray) at Buzz Theatre in 2019 and "Mona Lipschitz" (Chicago) at Temple High School Theatre. Angelique thanks BarBara and Gerald Ferguson!

Sophie is the Fundraising Coordinator for Theatre Tuscaloosa, managing donor relations and leading the annual Lights, Camera, Auction! fundraiser since 2023. She also serves on the hospitality committee, enhancing patron engagement. Sophie holds her bachelor's degree in general business administration with a minor in management from The University of Alabama, applying her skills to arts administration. She thanks her Mom, Max, and Melissa for their love and support.

Averie Bonneville is a current student at Shelton State Community College. Past shows she's worked on as crew include stage managing Masterclass and assistant stage managing Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End with Theatre Tuscaloosa. She also has performed in several shows with Theatre Tuscaloosa, including the roles of Bev (Graceland), Marfa (Anastasia), Sister Mary Patrick (Sister Act), and Darlene (The Diviners). Averie is excited for this new experience in stage managing a show of this size and is grateful to work with such a talented cast! She thanks her family for supporting her endeavors and Theatre Tuscaloosa for giving her the opportunities to work with such a wonderful company.

Jonathan Proctor is excited to be making his design debut at Theatre Tuscaloosa! Jonathan has spent the last decade of his career going on all sorts of adventures - from building custom pipe organs to carving ice sculptures, but he has loved spending his time in a theatre most of all. Jonathan's primary focus is in sound design, but he also enjoys working in the scene shop and being involved wherever he can. Favorite past credits at Northeast State CC in Blountville, TN, include playing "Donny Dubrow" (American Buffalo) and "Joseph Garcin" (No Exit), as well as sound designing for Crimes of the Heart and Animal Farm. Jonathan thanks his incredible partner, Amber, for all of her love and support.

Lyndell T. McDonald^† currently serves as Associate Professor and Technical Director for Dance at The University of Alabama. He is a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) local 78 stage union. One of his most recent projects was Scenic Director and Scenic Designer for The World Games 2022 opening and closing ceremonies in Birmingham, AL. His lighting design credits include: The Color Purple, LaRonde, The Grapes of Wrath, The Piano Lesson, and Romeo and Juliet to name a few. He has produced work for the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Urbanite Theatre, American Ballet Theatre, Opera Birmingham, Revival Theatre Company, Theatre Tuscaloosa, and more. Lyndell also owns an event lighting and production company, 2L7, LLC. The company manages and designs lighting and decor for special events including formal galas, fundraisers and weddings. Visit his websites LYNDELL2L7.com or 2L7Productions.com.

Adam M. Miller has been Theatre Tuscaloosa's managing director since 2010. He holds an M.F.A. in theatre management/arts administration from UA, having interned at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Previously, Adam was a Marketing Manager for the UA College of Continuing Studies and the Director of Marketing and PR for the LSU Theatre Department and their affiliated Equity theatre, Swine Palace Productions. In addition to overseeing the business operations of Theatre Tuscaloosa, Adam also enjoys acting and directing from time to time, having recently appeared as "Vlad Popov" in Anastasia. His accolades include a Druid City Arts Award (Theatre Educator 2015) and AAF Tuscaloosa's Silver Medal and Dan Kilgo Community Service Awards. He currently serves as the vice president of the Alabama Conference of Theatre. Adam thanks Paige, Kai, Quinn, Luc, and Luna, for their love and support.