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Rick Haug is the Asset Manager for the NETworks Rentals LLC. NETworks Rentals has a 60k square foot warehouse in Buffalo that supports various national Broadway tours and has an extensive collection of props, sets and costumes for rent. He has a BFA in Theatrical Production and Design (SUNY Fredonia) and an MA in Theatre and Performance (UB). Before working at NETworks, Rick served as the Production Manager for the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University at Buffalo. For the past few summers, he has served as the Technical Director for Finger Lakes Opera in Rochester. He has also served as the Technical Director for Murder on the Orient Express, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, and Three Musketeers performed at Shea’s 710 Theatre in Buffalo, produced by All For One Productions. In addition to working in Western NY, Rick traveled across the world with The Wizard of Oz, Shrek the Musical, Spring Awakening, and The Gazillion Bubbles Show, stopping in 49 US states, Canada, China, and Malaysia. Rick is a proud husband and father and couldn’t do it without the love and support of his wonderful wife Valeri. Rick is also a proud union member in IATSE local 10 Buffalo. Lastly, please VOTE!