-
Tyler Eley
Director / Choreographer
is a NYC based Director/Choreographer who holds his BM in Musical Theatre from Westminster College of the Arts at Rider University. Aside from Rising Stars, he teaches Tap, Ballet, and Broadway Now. Outside of 87Afterschool you can find him teaching master classes, coaching private lessons and working at theater intensives/summer camps with various companies in the tri state area. Prior to putting on the Director/Choreographer hat, Tyler performed as a professional actor for many years all over the country at various regional theaters, theme parks and with cruise line companies! He would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support. Most of all, he would like to thank his students and creative team for making his visions come to life on stage!
-
Bradley Johnson
Music Director
is thrilled to return this year to P.S. 87 as music director for Into the Woods and Wizard of Oz! He is also a resident music director for Jr. Rising Stars at the Riverdale Performing Arts Center, and spends his mornings with the crazy cool kindergarteners of K-104. He received his BFA from Point Park University in Musical Theatre, where he was largely responsible for bringing the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS annual concert back to the school after nearly fifteen years. Thanks to Wilson, Lisa and the team.
-
Maddie Bucci
Scenic Designer / Stage Manager
is a Pittsburgh native who has been a New York freelance designer for 6 years. Maddie is a founding member of The Tribe Theatre Co. where she has produced and designed 3 seasons of shows. Maddie would like to thank the 87Afterschool kids and team for working so hard and continuing to make her smile for 3 years, it is a pleasure learning along side you. Enjoy the show!
-
Grace McCarney
Associate Director / Choreographer
an LA native, moved to New York to attend the CAP21 Musical Theatre Conservatory. Over the past six years, she has been keeping busy performing, taking classes, and working. Last year, she produced and performed in a sold out cabaret at Don't Tell Mama as well as co-founded a not-for-profit theatre company. She has been loving her time at PS87. Break legs, kiddos!
