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Lori Sessions
Director, Choreographer, Technical Director
has been teaching at her alma mater for over 25 years. She holds a BA in Theatre and a MS in Education from Florida State University and has previously been named JP Taravella's Teacher of the Year, Broward County Arts Teacher of the Year, Outstanding Educator of the Year -Florida Association for Theatre Education and is a member of the Broward Education Hall of Fame. She has directed countless shows including productions of Ragtime, Les Miserables, Beauty and the Beast and On The Town showcased at the Florida State Thespian Festival and Singing in the Rain’ and Leading Ladies which won the best Musical and Play respectively for the South Florida Cappies. She serves as Assistant State Director for Florida Thespians, Chair for South Florida Cappies and as District 7 Thespian Chairperson. “Thanks to my husband for his support, much love to my family and thank you to the cast, crew, boosters and Mr. Healey for your dedication!”
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Morgan Healey
Music Director
is the current choir director at J.P Taravella High School. Mr. Healey is a proud graduate of the Florida State University and he continues to work to build the choral program. He also works as a piano accompanist, accompanying students and choirs for district events. Mr. Healey currently serves as the co-chair of the Broward County Orchestra Directors Assocation and the District 15 Coordinator for District 15 of the Florida Vocal Association. He is so proud of the students for their hard work and had a great time helping them with the Wizard of Oz!
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Krissy Orellana
Stage Manager
is a senior and is excited to end her final year with an amazing show! She has worked on the shows, Radium Girls, All Shook Up, Babes In Arms and Bethal Park Falls. This will be her 3rd year as stage manager. She thanks all her friends and family who have always been there and support her through her passion! She can’t wait to show the hard work and dedication of her final show at JPT!
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Abbie Hurst
Hair and Makeup Designer
is a senior at J.P. Taravella. This is her third year as JPT Drama’s hair and makeup designer. She has previously worked on Bethel Park Falls, Babes in Arms, Romancers and All Shook Up. She enjoys hanging out with friends, shopping, traveling, and going to concerts. She'd like to thank her family, friends, and Mrs. Sessions for always supporting her. Enjoy the show!!
