Directed by
Caleb Draper
Musical Direction/Piano:
Nathan Torento
Musical Coordination by
Jessica Coker
Bass:
Steve Bollinger
Percussion:
Russ Gold
Meet the Artists
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25 YEAR OLD JOAN
PERFORMER
Joan is the world’s most famous 25-year-old woman. She does a monthly show at Martuni’s that is ending next month. Instagram: @25yearoldjoan
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ANGEL ADEDOKUN
PERFORMER
Angel is a powerhouse performer, a bilingual vocalist, songwriter, dancer, and choreographer. Singing in English and Spanish, her musical offerings span many ranges including rock, rhythm and blues, salsa, cumbia, bachata, and jazz. Stage credits include Little Inez in Hairspray, Peter and the dance captain in Jesus Christ Superstar, and most recently Hélène in Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812. Choreography credits include Caroline, or Changeand Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Ray of Light Theatre). Her debut EP titled Love Always, Angelwas released in 2020. She is currently working on her next album. “Thank you to my family, chosen family, friends, and God for your love and guidance. Mo nífẹ́̀̀ rẹ́ always!” Website: Hellosoulangel.com Instagram: @AngelAdedokun
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JULIO CHAVEZ
PERFORMER
Julio is excited to be back with Ray of Light Theatre! He was last seen with ROLT as Brad in the immersive production of The Rocky Horror Show at OASIS as well as Cruel intentions: The ‘90s Muiscal and in the West Coast premiere of American Psycho. Credits include Usnavi in In the Heights (Custom Made), Lee Harvey Oswald in Assassins (Hillbarn), Wolf in Into the Woods (Woodminster), Death & the Artist (SFBATCO), and Red Shades (Z Space). Julio would like to thank Jill and his family for their loving support. “Los amo de aquí al infinito.”
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DICK DROLLINGER
PERFORMER
Dick is delighted to be invited to little Joanie's holiday cabaret. This lounge lizard is new to the Bay Area scene, but expect to see more of him at your local dive bar or jazz joint. Special thanks to Ray of Light and Management, Coco Merrell, for making this Christmas wich come true. Insta: @dick_drollinger
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JILL JACOBS
PERFORMER
Jill feels so grateful to be a part of her 7th season with Ray of Light! Most recently she was the choreographer for ROLT‘s Legally Blonde. You have seen her on stage in past ROLT shows including Jesus Christ Superstar, American Psycho, Rocky Horror (at Oasis, and Cruel Intentions. Her past productions also include Follies, SF Playhouse; Gypsy (Louise), Mountain Play; Hello Dolly! (Ermengarde), Mountain Play; and most recently Something Rotten (Portia), Hillbarn Theatre. Jill is a graduate of CSUF's Musical Theatre BFA program and today she is a proud public high school English teacher. Jill is so grateful for her loving family and for her husband Julio. Julio, te amo mucho! jilljacobs.net
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JANELLE LASALLE
PERFORMER
Janelle is delighted to be returning to Ray of Light Theatre after starring in their production of Jesus Christ Superstar as Jesus (TBA and SFBATCC Best Actress Nominee). Film/TV credits include Twenty Something (Nicole) with Pixar Animation Studios and feature roles in commercials for Cache Creek and Raley's. Stage credits include Crowns (Jeanette) with Center REP Theatre, Beauty and the Beast (Belle) with Berkeley Playhouse, Chicago (Velma Kelly) with Palo Alto Players, Dreamgirls (Deena Jones) with Broadway by the Bay, Avenue Q (Gary Coleman) with New Conservatory Theatre Center, and Memphis (Felicia) with The Tabard Theatre (TBA Best Actress Nominee). As a professional recording artist, Janelle has produced two original albums and her music has been featured on national radio and television. She continues to perform throughout the bay area. This performance is dedicated to her favorite co-star, her daughter, Camilla; and Cartlon Charles - “I hope I always make you proud, daddy.” www.janellelasalle.com
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HELENA LEVIN
PERFORMER
Helena is thrilled to be on the Ray of Light stage! Most recently she was in Sqream at Oasis, where she has also performed as Anya in Buffy, Baloney, or as back up in literally any number that a drag queen asks her to be a part of! She’s also grateful to be a member of the Peaches Christ family, performing in Terror Vault since 2018, and a number of drag parodies at the Castro theater with PCP. You may have seen her singing in cabarets throughout San Francisco, or just walking around the Castro in extra AF outfits. If you haven’t, that’s okay, you can see them all on IG, @caBarbiePrincess
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CADARIOUS MAYBERRY
PERFORMER
Cadarious is excited to make his stage return after a long hiatus to the Ray of Light Theatre after performing in Kinky Boots (Simon/Lola understudy) and Radio in ROLT’s Caroline or Change. His previous credits includes Memphis & DREAMGIRLS (Berkeley Playhouse), Smokey Joe’s Cafe (Broadway By The Bay & Town Hall Theatre Co.), and also In the Heights as Benny (NDNU). He dedicates his performance to his mother. Instagram: @corden_slayer234
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Caleb Draper
DIRECTOR
CALEB DRAPER (Director) Caleb Haven Draper has been working with Ray of Light since 2018, performing as Brad in The Rocky Horror Show, performing in and directing the Spotlight Cabaret, and as Volunteer Coordinator on ROLT staff. Their alter ego, Joan, has performed in Cabarets, Friends Live! (Rachel Green), and Sqream (Drew/Courtney) at Oasis, she is in this show tonight, and she does a monthly show at Martuni’s that is ending next month. Instagram: @calebbobayleb @25yearoldjoan. Love to Darla.
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Jessica Coker
MUSIC COORDINATOR
Jessica has been involved with ROLT for almost 20 years and has performed in over 10 productions over the years including some favorites such as Bat Boy, Lizzie, Spring Awakening, Jerry Springer the Opera and Carrie. Jessica began her career as an Assistant Company Manager for Dodger Theatricals in NYC working on the broadway productions Urinetown and 42nd Street before joining the First National tour of Oklahoma. She spent 10 years with Theatreworks of Silicon Valley as Company and Business Manager. She still performs all over the Bay Area and currently works as a project manager in the financial tech industry. ROLT has always been a home away from home for her and she is thrilled to be a part of the team.
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Nathan Torento
MUSIC DIRECTOR/PIANO
Nathan is a true San Francisco enthusiast, working harder to deeply connect to the city's vibrant queer and arts communities. By day, he works full-time directly supporting queer mental health as a Peer Navigator at the Mental Health Association of San Francisco. By night, you can catch him performing gigs around town, occasionally subbing for open-mic nights at Martuni’s and accompanying for “Into the Joaniverse”, a monthly cabaret at Martuni's that is ending next month.
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Steve Bolinger
BASS
Steven Bolinger is a San Francisco-based multi-instrumentalist and composer. He has contributed his talents to the musical productions of D’Arcy Drollinger/Oasis Nightclub Cabaret (“SQREAM", "Golden Girls Live", "Above and Beyond the Valley of the Ultra-Showgirls"), Ray of Light Theatre ("Rocky Horror", "Hedwig and the Angry Inch"), Peaches Christ Productions ("Showgirls: The Musical"). He composed original music for the film “Sh*t & Champagne” and Third Cloud from the Left stage productions "The Mariner" and "Putas Asesinas", co-wrote songs for the original stage musical "Dernier Cri”, and produced parody pop hits for web series "Hot Trash". Steve has released dozens of albums of original music, including his latest release, “Sabir”, which you can hear at stevenbolinger.com
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Russ Gold
DRUMS
“Inventive”, and “an uncanny combination of power, drive, and delicate touch”, is how David Berkowitz of CBS Records describes the talent of drummer/percussionist Russ Gold. He has toured extensively throughout the US, Europe, and Asia., performing with jazz, rock, fusion, and theater groups. “His musicianship and timing were extraordinary”, wrote Joe Watts of the Montrose Voice in Houston, acclaiming Russ’ performance as solo multipercussionist with the American Repertory Theater. Russ’ performing experience includes work with musicians as diverse as Gary Lyons (producer of Rolling Stones, Grateful Dead) Johnny Colla of Huey Lewis and the News, Seth Justman of the J. Giles Band, CBS Fusion artists Full Circle, and jazz greats Tom Scott, Sam Rivers, George Coleman, Dave Douglas, and Howard Johnson. During his tenure with Full Circle, the band won “Best Jazz Group” at the San Sebastian Jazz Festival, and garnered Boston Music Awards “Best Jazz Record on a Major Label”. His talent has also been recognized by endorsements of Sabian cymbals, Pro-Mark sticks, Fishman transducers, and Kurzweil synthesizers.
ROLT VOLUNTEER STAFF
LEADERSHIP TEAM:
Shane Ray: Artistic Director
Sara Altier: Managing Director
Jessica Coker: General Manager
Eliza Leoni: Associate Artistic Director
Alex Hopper: Operations Manager /Patron Experience Manager
STAFF:
Angel Adedokun: Artistic Associate
Jenn BeVard: Artistic Associate
Jessica Coker: General Manager
Caleb Haven Draper: Volunteer Manager
Doug Greer: Alumni Coordinator
Lori Fowler: Resident Stage Manager
Alex Kirschner: Artistic Associate
Madeline Lambie: Marketing Manager
Courtney Merrell: Artistic Associate
Ben Prince: Artistic Associate
Alex Rodriguez: Artistic Associate
Maggie Whitaker: Artistic Associate
Jason Hoover: Advisory Board
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT.
There’s no way to sugar coat it. The past few years have been pretty brutal on the arts community. As arts organizations around the Bay Area have been forced to close their doors, we know that the only way we can continue to produce kick-ass live theatre in San Francisco is with the help of our community. We ask you to consider making a tax-deductable donation to help keep the light shining bright at Ray of Light Theatre. In return, we promise to continue serving up the amazing BLOOD. SWEAT. MUSICALS. that you’ve come to expect!
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SUPPORTERS
Ray of Light Theatre’s mission is to entertain, educate and enrich our community. We provide diverse audiences with an opportunity to see live theatre by presenting affordable, high-quality productions that reflect the rich culture of the San Francisco Bay Area. This privilege would not be possible without support from our generous donors below. Thank you to the following individuals for investing in Ray of Light’s future!
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