“Sometimes chaos is good. It’s how new things get discovered”

 

I’m honored and privileged to direct this incredible, dedicated group of students in Firebringer .

 

The creation of this musical followed an untraditional path. Firebringer was never on Broadway. It was created by a production company called Starkid Productions, a musical theatre company founded in 2009 at the University of Michigan. They were originally a student group and found viral success with their first musical, A Very Potter Musical . StarKid distributes their musicals for free on YouTube, with recent projects being funded by Kickstarter and physical ticket sales.

 

Starkid Productions played a pivotal role in so many theatre students’ lives. It allowed so many of us to watch full theatrical productions for free on YouTube. Since the success of A Very Potter Musical , the group has produced thirteen stage musicals, three national tours, two reunion concert specials, a concert in London, and many more theatrical endeavors.

 

I’ve found so much joy through this process watching the students build their confidence, find artistic choices, and also thrive performing in a piece that played a pivotal role in our love of theatre.

 

Thank you all for sharing this journey with us. Praise the all-powerful duck!

Ana Marie Calise

Act I

“Fire”.....................................................................................................Ensemble

“We are People Now”...........................................................................Ensemble

“We Got Work to Do”..........................................Zazzalil, Jemilla, and Ensemble

“What If?”..................................................................................................Zazzalil

“Welcome to the Stone Age”.................................................................Ensemble

“Just a Taste”..........................................................................Emberly and Grunt

“Duck Is Lord”....................................................................Ducker and Ensemble

“The Night Belongs to Snarl”.......................................Smelly-Balls, Schwoopsie, .............................................................................. Ducker, Tiblyn, and Ensemble

“Into the Night”.................................................................Zazzalil and Ensemble

Act II

“Climate Change”..............................................................Zazzalil and Ensemble

“Jemilla’s Lament”............................... .....................................................Jemilla

“Paint Me”................................................................................Grunt and Emerly

“Ouch My Butt”.....................................................................................Ensemble

“Backfire”..........................................................................Zazzalil and Ensemble

“Together”.............................................................................Zazzalil and Jemilla

“Chorn”...............................................................................Chorn and Ensemble

“Finale (Make the Most of It)”...............................................................Ensemble

Mack Moore (Zazzalil) is a sophomore in the BFA musical theatre program from Jacksonville, FL and is so thrilled to be part of FAU’s production of Firebringer! As a huge Starkid fan, Mack is honored to be playing one of her favorite Starkid roles in her second FAU mainstage show. Most recent credits include Cabaret (Frenchie) and 9 to 5 (Ensemble). She hopes you enjoy the show!

 

Marissa Spurr (Jemilla) is a Sophomore BFA Musical Theatre Major from Lehigh Acres, Florida. You may have previously seen her in FAU productions such as Spelling Bee (Female Swing), 9 to 5 (Ensemble, Dance Captain), and The Lady from the Sea (Tourist, Hilde Understudy). She would like to thank her friends and family for their endless support, and she hopes you enjoy the show!

 

Cate Gonzalez (Keeri) is a junior in the BFA Musical Theatre program. Recent credits include Xanadu (Tubes/Siren) with FAU Department of Theatre and Dance, Spring Awakening (Wendla US/Ensemble) and The Legacy of Oz (Aunt Em/Glinda US) with The Collective here at FAU. She hopes you enjoy the show!

 

Daniella Dara Coby (Choreographer/Molag) is a senior in Musical Theatre Performance with a minor in Dance. Daniella loves singing, teaching dance, and creating content on social media. Daniella has appeared in recent semesters in Violet , Legacy of Oz , Neighborhood 3: Requisition of Doom , A Chorus Line , Spring Awakening , 9 to 5 , Dances We Dance , Twelfth Night , and Xanadu .

 

Hailey McDonough (Emberly) is a BFA Musical Theatre student from Sebring, FL. She is so excited to be a part of this show and to share it with you all as she has been a long time Starkid fan. Recent Credits: Xanadu (Andrew Sister, Dance Captain)

 

Darnell Ginn (Grunt) is a first year student at FAU as well as an BA theatre candidate from Jacksonville Florida. He graduated from Douglas Anderson School Of the Arts majoring in Musical theatre. His most recent roles include Agwe in Once on this Island. He also sings professionally around the city of Jacksonville.

 

Jessica Hall (Shwoopsie) is a BFA Musical Theatre Major from Hollywood, FL. She is certified in three weapons in stage combat and is elated her first college musical is a Starkid show! Recent Credits: Peter and the Starcatcher (Pirate Boy).

 

Raymond Adderly III (Ducker) is a junior studying Musical Theatre at FAU. He also serves as Campus Governor. His recent credits include: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (William Barfee), One Man Two Guvnors (Harry Dangle), Peter and the Starcatcher (Ted) Xanadu (Ensemble) . He would like to thank his girlfriend, friends and family for their unwavering support!

 

Anna Fox (Tiblyn) is a BFA in Musical Theatre student from Fort Lauderdale, FL. She is a huge Starkid fan and is thrilled to make her main stage debut at FAU in this show. Recent Credits: One Man Two Guvnors (US), Don’t Hang Up (Little Y), and Pastry Village (Apple Knight).

R. Owen Alonso (Smelly-Balls) is a Senior at FAU double-majoring in Theater Studies and Film, Video & New Media. He performed in FAU’s production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, One Man Two Guvnors, Peter and the Starcatcher, and Xanadu. He would like to thank his family and friends for their continuous love and support throughout his life.

 

Kristen Mestre (Chorn) is a transfer student who was born and raised in Davie, FL. She is thrilled to be in her first production at FAU. Kristen would like to thank her boyfriend, friends, and family for being supportive throughout this whole process. She would also like to thank all her professors for giving her the knowledge to play this role. Enjoy the show!

 

Kerwin Cyriaque (Clark, US Pupeteer) is a BA in Theatre at Florida Atlantic University. He is a first year from Lehigh Acres and is so excited for his first show here.

 

Jamahl Hanna

 

Jenna Vece (Kid 1, Trunkell, US Tiblyn): Jenna is an FAU senior in the BFA musical theater program from North Port, FL. She is excited to be a part of her first musical at FAU! Previous credits include: Labrats (Maker, Jeanette, Priest), Twelfth Night (Sea Captain/Reverend), and Everything (Little Girl/Time). She wants to thank all of her family and friends for their support and give a special thank you to her other half, Matthew. She hopes you enjoy the show!

 

Elizabeth Shelby-Davis (Kid 2/USMolag) is a BFA Musical Theatre major in her third year. She is from Wellington, FL. Her past credits includes One Man, Two Guvnors (Lady with Baby), The Legacy of Oz (Elphaba) and the Assistant Stage Manager for The BUTC’s production of Spring Awakening. She would like to thank her family’s support throughout her crazy schedule and helping to make her dreams come true.

 

Carly Brown (Claire/US Zazzalil) is a current sophomore at FAU pursuing her BFA in Musical Theatre, originally from Orlando, FL. Recent Credits: Spring Awakening (Ensemble/US Thea), Grumpy Old Men (Karla), and Sister Act (Sister Mary Robert).

 

Erin McQueeney (Snarl Puppeteer/Ensemble/US Keeri ) is a BFA Performance major in her senior year. She is so excited to be a part of this unique and exciting show with this amazing cast. She would like to thank her family, boyfriend and Jesus for supporting her in this opportunity. Recent credits: Xanadu (Girl on Bike).

 

Sophia Kleinman (Left Arm of Snarl/US Jemilla, US Emberly, US Chorn) is a BFA Musical Theatre student from Miami, Florida. Recent credits include Xanadu (Calliope/Aphrodite), Spring Awakening (Frau Bergman/Grossebustenhalter), The Soap Myth (Annie). Instagram: @sophkleinman

 

Julia Claire (Schwoopsie Understudy, Head of Snarl, and Backstage Singer) is a Senior in the BA Theatre Program from Hollywood, FL. She is very excited as this is her first mainstage production at FAU. Recent Credits: Dances we Dance Spring 2024 , Any Other Day (Harriet), and The wolves (#46 Understudy).

 

Mikaylah O’Brien (Follow Spot Operator) is ecstatic to be doing spots for this production of Fire-bringer! She attends FAU and is pursuing her BFA in Musical Theater. She is excited for you to see the show and hopes you enjoy!


Fatima Lyda (Stitcher) is a junior BFA in Theater with a focus in Design/Tech and excited to be part of the fall production of Firebringer at FAU. Her previous work includes Twelfth Night and Peter and the Starcatcher and Xanadu. She hopes you enjoy the show.


Jorge Pie (Wardrobe Head) is senior BA Theatre Major. He was seen in FAU productions such as Spring Awakening, 9 to 5: The Musical, One Man, Two Guvnors, and Peter and the Starcatcher. He is very excited to be Wardrobe Head and hopes you enjoy Firebringer!


Neveah Metelus (Dresser/Hair and Makeup) born and raised in Ft. Lauderdale FL, is a senior BA in Theater and is thrilled to be crewing her third production at FAU. She was last seen as a dresser for the show Peter and the Starcatcher, a followspot for Xanadu, and a Production Assistant for a short film called A Throne in the Classroom. She hopes you enjoy the show and she appreciates you for coming out!


Damian Richter (Crew) is a senior BA in Theatre major and is thrilled to be working as a crew member in an FAU production for the first time. He has high-functioning autism and that doesn't stop him from being an actor and performing on stage. He most recently performed in a one act play part of Square One at the Lake Worth Playhouse ‘s Black Box Theatre. He has also performed in theatre plays at Monarch High School and Palm Beach State College. Damian also performed in Macbeth last year at Hatch 1121 Performing Arts. Damian is excited to work as part of stage crew for the first time and learn more about behind the scenes work and to be a part of Firebringer. He hopes you enjoy the show!


Casline Saint Hilaire (ASM) is a senior BA in Theatre Performance major. She is excited to be part of this production at FAU. She loves film, art, and poems. She hopes you have fun watching the show.


Trevor Gill (Stage Manager) is a senior BFA performance major at FAU, and he is so excited for his final semester! He is currently stage managing Firebringer, but was recently seen in One Man, Two Guvnors (Alfie), and Peter and the Starcatcher (Prentiss). He is so grateful to work with such an amazing cast and director!

Morgan Elaine (Scene Shop Assistant) born and raised in Daytona Beach FL, is a graduating senior in the BFA Musical Theatre program. Some FAU credits include: Xanadu (Terpsicore), Dances We Dance '24, RDTE '24, and A Chorus Line (Don Kerr). Morgan cannot believe her FAU journey is coming to an end; she has enjoyed every moment and hopes you do too! https://themorganelaine.wixsite.com/mysite