Lizzie Witek is a sophomore at Muhlenberg studying Media & Communications and Theatre with concentrations in Directing and Stage Management. She directed “Rules for Coming Out...” in last semesters Fish Project Play Festival and is beyond excited to be apart of it again! Other Muhlenberg credits: I Am What I Am... (Co-Director), All I Know (Stage Manager), Woven Stories, and Every Brilliant Thing (Stage Manager). On campus, Lizzie works in the costume shop in the Muhlenberg Theatre & Dance Department. She is also a sister and the Public Relations Chair of Phi Mu Fraternity, the Fundraising Manager for the MTA, the Public Relations Chair for Catholic Campus Ministry, a member of the Cardinal Key Society, and a Tour Guide. Her prior training comes from the Paper Mill Playhouse Education Programs and the Pegasus Production Company. Lizzie would like to thank Jaxson and the entire Fish Project Team, her AMAZING company, her friends, her family, her sister Allie, and Greta Gerwig.

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Shachar Kessler is ecstatic to finally be a part of this production after two years of preparing with Lizzie. Shachar is a Theatre Major at Muhlenberg concentrating in Directing and Stage Management. In the fall, Shachar stage managed Heart of Hearing as part of the Fish Project Play Festival as well as Co-directed I Am What I Am: a Cabaret Spotlighting LGBTQ+ Voices and Stories as part of the MTA's Marginalized Voices Theatre Arts Festival. This process has been amazing for Shachar and has taught him so much about theatre in general but especially in the virtual world. Shachar would like to thank the entire creative team and cast for their hard work, but would especially like to thank his ASM Haley for keeping him sane and Lizzie for this amazing opportunity and all the laughs. ENJOY!

Mikaela Strauss is a freshman at Muhlenberg and ecstatic to be Assistant Directing Macbeth! Mikaela is majoring in Psychology and Theatre, with a focus in Stage Management and Directing. She has both been in and worked on productions before coming to Muhlenberg. In this past fall’s Fish Project Play Festival, Mikaela was the Stage Manager for Rules for Coming Out…. Mikaela is so grateful for this opportunity and would like to thank this incredible cast and production team for always having confidence in her, her roommate and parents for constantly putting up with hearing about this project, and last but not least, Lizzie, who has been the best mentor Mikaela could have asked for.

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Haley Arnold is a sophomore at Muhlenberg studying English and Theatre with concentrations in Directing and Stage Management. Haley is so excited to be involved in their first production with Muhlenberg! She has previously student-directed/co-directed A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Abridged), Arsenic and Old Lace, and The Addams Family. Haley has also performed in The Curious Savage (Fairy May) and Arsenic and Old Lace (Martha Brewster). Additionally, she is the Assistant Fundraising Manager for the MTA, a Dana Scholar, and maintains a job outside of Muhlenberg. She would like to thank Lizzie for giving her the opportunity to be a part of this beautiful project as well as the whole team for their unwavering support and love as she navigates this process for the first time at Berg. Much love and cheers!

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Sophia Pettine is a sophomore at Muhlenberg studying Technical Theatre and Design. In addition to designing online theatre, Sophia is an active member of the Muhlenberg Theatre Association (MTA) as Master Carpenter. This is their second semester both designing a show and being part of the MTA all done remotely from their home in New Jersey. Which without the constant support and love of their family, none of this would’ve been possible. Sophia has been excitingly working alongside their peers navigating and experimenting this new world of online theatre. The driving force being the dedication to art making and to keeping the spirit of theatre alive among the student body. Thank you for taking the time to watch the show, and for your support of the MTA. Hope to see you all safely back on campus very soon (:

Greg Wilson is a freshman at Muhlenberg studying Theatre and Business. He has held the position of Assistant Master Carpenter for both of his semesters and looks forward to his second Fish Project Play Festival. In the past he has designed lighting, sound, and scenery in addition to technical directing for the Ballston Spa High School, and he has worked in the scene shop and on the electrics of the Skidmore College Theater Department. He would like to thank the amazing community of people who make this performance series possible, along with his family and friends.

Kiana Grella is a sophomore Theatre major with concentrations in acting and design. Past acting credits include Little Red in Into the Woods, Jeremy in Be More Chill, and Elizabeth Benning in Young Frankenstein. Previous design work includes puppet design for Hand to God, costumes for Madagascar: The Musical and costumes/props/SFX for Evil Dead. With passions for all mediums of art, Kiana can't decide what to focus on, so she takes on a little bit of everything!

Vanessa Graniero is a first-year student at Muhlenberg. Her theatre experience consists of being Fritz in A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol, as well as playing Caliban in The Tempest. Along with this, Vanessa participated in New York Film Academy's 2019 Acting Summer Program. Here she amplified her on-camera acting ability and starred in films made by students in the Filmmaking program. Vanessa is very excited to be King Duncan, Lennox, and the Second Apparition in Macbeth! She is the clear choice when the role is royalty. Vanessa is also the Sound Designer for this production. Vanessa wants to thank everyone involved with the Fish Project, as well as Lizzie for being the best director ever born. She also wants to thank the entire cast and crew of Macbeth for creating such a supportive environment where she felt free to explore herself and her characters.

Eden Kaufman is so excited to be film designing such a wonderful production! Eden is a Sophomore Theatre and Film double major. She has helped produce numerous previous productions at Muhlenberg college, including being the Assistant Director and Stage Manager for Run Glue Tree Pour Dive, A Re-Membering in this year's Mnemonics Festival! She has loved working on Macbeth and wants to thank the director, Lizzie Witek, and the rest of crew, as well as the cast for their amazing work on this play!

Michaela is excited to be involved in such an exciting and thoughtful show! She is a sophomore history major on the secondary education track, on campus they're involved with Students for Queer Advocacy (SQuAd), Phi Mu Fraternity, as well as being an RA on campus. Their previous dramaturgical work includes All I Know (Berg Fringe), Clytemnestra (Studios 20), and The Perfect Storm (Fish 20). They would like to thank Lizzie for getting them involved with the show, and Em Cornine for getting them into Dramaturgy.

Danny is a sophomore Media/Communication Major from Westchester, New York with a passion for video editing and visual and audio design. He’s been working on projects by himself and with collaborators using Apple Pro Tools for over six years, including virtual plays and musicals, a documentary, trailers and short films, and he is very excited to dive into this adaptation of the classic Shakespeare play. Additionally, Danny has had the honor of seeing two of his original vocal and instrumental compositions featured in previous MTA productions over past semesters, and was excited to take on the challenge of scoring this show. Furthermore, Danny would like to thank all of his colleagues and friends working on the project for the honor of sharing in their amazing work and their incredible passion and vision, and hopes you enjoy the performance!

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Dani is a first-year student from Farmington, CT, double majoring in Dance and International Studies, and she is thrilled to be a co-editor for this production of Macbeth! Dani has had several years of experience working on professional video and audio projects for various companies, including marketing campaigns for Evjen Academy of Performing Arts, social media promotions for Family Travel Concierge, and instructional content for students at Farmington High School. Furthermore, she enjoys creating video edits for personal endeavors such as Youtube vlogs, dance videos, and slideshows for family functions. While this is Dani’s first semester participating in the MTA, she is prepared to take on this new challenge and is so grateful for the opportunity to work with this incredible cast and design team. She is ready and excited to bring this unique and creative vision to life!

Jaxson Goldsmith is a sophomore at Muhlenberg College double majoring in Theatre and Media Communications. Jaxson was the Fish Project Play Festival coordinator last semester and is thrilled to be back for another amazing festival in the Spring. Jaxson is a tour guide, an orientation leader, and on the MTA board as the FPPF coordinator. Jaxson wants to give a huge thanks to all of you who are attending tonight and for the rest of the festival. Without you this would not be possible. He hopes you enjoy Macbeth and all of the other wonderful shows that are being presented in the Spring 2021 Fish Project Play Festival.

Sydney Holliday is a sophomore at Muhlenberg studying Media & Communications and Theatre with concentrations in Acting and Stage Management. Sydney holds positions in many other clubs/organizations at Muhlenberg including: Co-President of Damsels In Excess, the Business Manager for WMUH, the Video Editing Chair of Magical Memories, a Campus Tour Guide, a Campus Delegate, and an RA in the Village. Her notable credits include: The Crucible (Mary Warren), 12 Angry Women (Juror 5), The Outsiders (Sandy), The Imaginary Invalid (Louison), and An Experiment (Orderly). She is also in the original cast of Hapless Hour playing the role of Kelsey. Sydney has also competed in multiple regional festivals, receiving accolades at each one, and is a member of the International Thespian Society. She has received previous training at UCLA, the Professional School for the Arts, and the Phantom Projects Theatre Group. Sydney thanks Jaxson for being the best boss an assistant could ask for! Please enjoy Macbeth, and the rest of the Fish Play Project Festival.