In his 19th and final year at GHS, Mr. Christiansen teaches Theatre & English. His theatre education has included professional theatre training programs at The National Theatre Institute (O’Neill Theatre Center) and the Hartman Theatre Conservatory (predecessor to the Brown University/Trinity Rep MFA Program). He holds a Master’s Degree in Theatre Directing from the Chicago College of Performing Arts, Roosevelt University. In June 2019, he was inducted into the Madison Overture Center Jerry Awards Hall of Fame.
Andrea Ligocki*
Stage Manager; Associate Director
Andrea, a senior, is thrilled to be in her seventh and final production at GHS. She was a lighting runner for OKLAHOMA!, an ASM for HARVEY, NEWSIES, LETTERS TO SALA, and HONK!, and stage manager for THE LARAMIE PROJECT. She’d like to thank her parents, fellow stage managers, and wishes you joy and health!
Katie Minik*
First Assistant Director
Katie, a senior, is excited to work on her eighth and final production at GHS. Previously, she was ASM for HARVEY, NEWSIES, LETTERS TO SALA, HONK!, and THE LARAMIE PROJECT. She’d like to thank her parents, stage managers, cast and crew for their hard work and support, and hopes you enjoy the show!
Izzi Dauer
Assistant Director; Teleprompter Chief
Izzi, a junior, is delighted to be working on her sixth production at GHS. She was a lighting runner for HONK! and was previously ASM for THE LARAMIE PROJECT. She’d like to thank her family, friends, and fellow stage managers for their support. She hopes you’re safe, healthy, and enjoy the show!
* Member, International Thespian Society, an honor society for theatre students.