Cardinal O'Hara Theatre - The Creative Team Eddie Allen - Director A 1977 graduate of O¹Hara and Theatre alum, Mr. Allen will mark his 20th production as director with Jekyll and Hyde. He has served on the creative team for 26 shows. Along with his wife Denise, he began the "2-shows-a-year" plan in 1994. He began his association with the production staff in 1982 when he became vocal director of the Theatre program. Allen also moderates the Stage Crew helping to create the elaborate sets that for which O¹Hara is known. He firmly believes that "If we can dream it, then we can do it". Denise Allen - Assistant Director/Choreographer Denise is a 1984 graduate of O¹Hara and Theatre alum. Jekyll and Hyde marks her 16th show as a production staff member. Denise studied with The Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet, and has perfected her craft on the O¹Hara stage as an innovative and visionary choreographer. When you see an O¹Hara show and wonder who got all those people, (including the guys) to dance like pros, the answer is Denise Allen! Susan Adelizzi - Scenic Designer A truly creative and inventive scenic artist and designer, this 1988 O¹Hara grad and Theatre alum has designed 17 shows for our school. Susan has the ability of casting a new spin on any show. Filling the extremely wide, but not so deep O¹Hara stage with scenery that works, and looks great. Sal Scinto - Vocal Director The youngest member of the team, Sal is a 1996 graduate of O¹Hara and theatre alum. As a student, Sal played many roles but is probably best known for his role of Jesus in our 1995 production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Sal was invited to join the staff soon after graduating O¹Hara. He has vast musical ability and a keen sense for vocal arranging. When you hear those big vocal numbers with those strong harmonies, it¹s Sal Scinto who made it happen. Matt Hamlett ­ Orchestra Conductor Matt began his tenure on the O¹Hara Creative Team in 1986. He remained through Annie in 2000. Matt has returned to the team this year for Jekyll. Mr. Hamlett is a vital part of the team, assisting in the entire creative process. Welcome back, Matt! Rich Matkevich - Construction Supervisor Rich has an unparalleled imagination. He is always ready to imagineer a new idea for that hard to do set or effect. He is the man behind much of the O'Hara Magic. Fran Carreras - Box Office The ever-friendly voice on the Activities office phone, Fran handles the ticket sales for all of our shows.