Pack your picnic and blanket and join us on the lawn! Summer in Jackson wouldn’t be complete without a memorable night of free, outdoor Thin Air Shakespeare.
Conflict is brewing in the streets of Verona as Thin Air Shakespeare returns to the Center Amphitheater with a new generation of feuding families in Romeo & Juliet, directed by Edgar Landa. In this immortal tale of lovers and fighters, violent delights bring violent ends as enemy families entangle young love with parental expectations, desire, and a drive for independence. Although the fate of the star-crossed lovers is known from the start, audiences will relish in the romantic poetry under the stars and the foreboding reminder that nothing good can spring from hate.
Thanks to support from the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, join us in Pinedale for a special performance of excerpts from Romeo & Juliet on June 29.
Special thanks to Producing Partner, Center for the Arts, for their support and collaboration.
Check out the ‘Show Schedule’ tab for dates of ASL interpretation, events, and more. For additional accommodation information and requests, email sadie@offsquare.org.
SHOW ADVISORY
Off Square Theatre does not proactively offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects (such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact us at info@offsquare.org or 307-733-3021.
Jordan Anderson, an LA native and currently a 4th year USC BFA Acting student, is honored to be playing Romeo in his debut with Off Square Theatre co. He would like to thank God, his family, and all of his mentors for their support throughout the years with which he dreams to change the hearts of people through the art of storytelling. Recent roles include: Snout in a Midsummer Night's Dream (ISC), Artemidorus/Lucius in Julius Caesar(ISC) @j.e.lijah
Oakley Boycott (she.they) is not a pseudonym.
Oakley is a multi-disciplinary artist, born and raised in the foothills of the Wind River Mountains in Lander, Wyoming on Apsaalooké (Crow), Eastern Shoshone, and Cheyenne land. Endurance art: SILENCE based on Marina Abramovics "The Artist Is Present", endurance art mental health piece ECHO National Tour: Cabaret Off-Broadway: Bells Are Ringing, Hoi Polloi, Fade Out, Fade In, Silk Stockings, Early to Bed, Being Seen, Chomolungma Metropolitan Opera: Agrippina, Adriana LeCouvreur, Norma, Elektra, Mefistofele, Manon Lescaut, Rigoletto, Les Contes d’Hoffmann Regional: Comedy of Tenors, Clue(B’WayWorld Award), Chomolungma, Singin’ In The Rain, The Drowsy Chaperone, Boeing, Boeing, Statue in the Park, Midsummer Nights Dream, Much Ado…, Comedy of Errors Film: The Rider, Cruel Tale of the Medicine Man, Charlie,Trevor and A Girl…, Reflections, Carry Me, The Last Wash, White Briar Rose, BullThistle, Maktub:It Is Written, Before I Say Goodbye Documentary production: Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame Production: Flappers to Fringe: History of Women's Fashion, Nervous Means Do It, REFLECTION: the Art of Being(on community mental health), mixed: the nail that sticks out, Code of the West: celebration of Western Art
Gratitude to mom and dad, Don Lawrence, MCS, TPG.
AEA. SAG
‘23 Wyoming Arts Council Performing Arts Fellow
Oakley is a multi-disciplinary artist, born and raised in the foothills of the Wind River Mountains in Lander, Wyoming on Apsaalooké (Crow), Eastern Shoshone, and Cheyenne land. Endurance art: SILENCE based on Marina Abramovics "The Artist Is Present", endurance art mental health piece ECHO National Tour: Cabaret Off-Broadway: Bells Are Ringing, Hoi Polloi, Fade Out, Fade In, Silk Stockings, Early to Bed, Being Seen, Chomolungma Metropolitan Opera: Agrippina, Adriana LeCouvreur, Norma, Elektra, Mefistofele, Manon Lescaut, Rigoletto, Les Contes d’Hoffmann Regional: Comedy of Tenors, Clue(B’WayWorld Award), Chomolungma, Singin’ In The Rain, The Drowsy Chaperone, Boeing, Boeing, Statue in the Park, Midsummer Nights Dream, Much Ado…, Comedy of Errors Film: The Rider, Cruel Tale of the Medicine Man, Charlie,Trevor and A Girl…, Reflections, Carry Me, The Last Wash, White Briar Rose, BullThistle, Maktub:It Is Written, Before I Say Goodbye Documentary production: Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame Production: Flappers to Fringe: History of Women's Fashion, Nervous Means Do It, REFLECTION: the Art of Being(on community mental health), mixed: the nail that sticks out, Code of the West: celebration of Western Art
Gratitude to mom and dad, Don Lawrence, MCS, TPG.
AEA. SAG
‘23 Wyoming Arts Council Performing Arts Fellow
pronouns: she.her.they.them
www.oakleyboycott.com
@oakleyboycott
Maria is thrilled to be making her Thin Air Shakespeare debut this season with R+J! She'd like to begin by thanking her partner Taylor for his unending love and support, Natalia for wearing a top hat that one time, and this fantastic cast and crew for welcoming her to the Jackson Hole Theatre Scene. A few of Maria's favorite past roles include Ariel in The Pillowman, Regan in King Lear, Helena Landless in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, and Morticia Addams in The Addams Family Musical. She holds a Certificate of Acting from the Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin, Ireland. @mariashe_
Originally from San Diego, Dena was hired to costume OST’s Youth Musical “Beauty and the Beast Jr” by answering a job posting in JH’s local paper in 2017. Since then, Dena has costumed all the OST Youth Musicals, most recently costuming “Oliver”, directed by Sadie Frank. She has also costumed many, many adult theater productions, including Thin Air Shakespeare for the past 6 years and she enjoys working alongside such a talented and fun cast and crew. When it stops being fun- she will hang up her spurs…
Natalia Duncan Macker (she/her/hers) is a performer and producer in Jackson Hole and Los Angeles. She graduated cum laude in theater from Yale and was the recipient of a Performing Arts Fellowship from the Wyoming Arts Council in 2013. Selected stage credits include: To Kill a Mockingbird (Mayella), Romeo and Juliet (Juliet), The Seagull (Nina), Uncommon Women and Others (Nina), Five Women Wearing the Same Dress (Meredith), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Puck/Helena), As You Like It (Celia), The Taming of the Shrew (Kate), and Much Ado About Nothing (Ursula/Sexton). She serves as Off Square’s Producing Artistic Director and is an Associate Producer with Firefly Theater & Films.
Clare Eddy is a 19 year old who grew up in Jackson. She just finished her first year at Tufts University. She absolutely loves theatre and has performed in many productions. She discovered the backstage world in 2021. She has been in The Sound of Music, The Music Man Jr. and many more of OST’s Thieme youth musicals. Clare was the assistant director for OST’s The Sound of Music, Matilda Jr., and directed Decision Height. She is home for the summer and returning for her second year of Thin Air Shakespeare as the stage manager.
Michael Lopez holds an MFA in Acting from the University of Washington’s Professional Actor Training Program. Recent roles include, Dogberry, Much Ado About Nothing; Hortensio, Taming of the Shrew- Thin Air Shakespeare, Jackson, WY. Pablo Del Valle, Native Gardens- TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Ta-to-e-bet-se, Astoria Parts 1 and 2- Portland Center Stage. Macedonio Guerra, The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity- Curious Theatre, Denver. Jocasta and Tieresias, Oedipus, the King- The Classic Greek Theatre of Oregon.
Justine Faith is a Filipina-American Actor from the 818, Los Angeles! She enjoys dancing, cooking for friends, and bringing stories to life! She has had the privilege of playing in multiple productions e.g: The Seagull, Our Town, Herakles, Top Girls, The Bacchae, Yellow/Blue, & The Death of Walt Disney. Last summer, she was Hermia for Independent Shakespeare Co.'s A Midsummer Night's Dream. She is stoked to be in Jackson Hole, and thanks you for coming to the show!
Mabuhay! 🙂 Instagram: justinefaith.cg
Mabuhay! 🙂 Instagram: justinefaith.cg
Caryn is happy to return to the Thin Air Shakespeare stage. Dedicated audience members with sharp memory might remember her from a variety of Off Square productions including Zach in 'A Chorus Line', 'Cissy in "Petticoat Rules,' Sonya in 'Uncle Vanya,' and many, many others dating back to 2004. Caryn also originated the role of alpha cougar Theresa Hendricks for Andrew Munz's 'I Can Ski Forever' series. A former member of Actor's Equity, Caryn gave up her membership during Covid in deference to all of the hardworking theatre artists who struggled mightily during that time. Tim, this one's for you!
Golden is incredibly excited for his second summer with Thin Air Shakespeare! He is thrilled to play Mercutio, one of his dream roles in the cannon. His other favorite roles include Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream, Richmond in Richard the Third, and King Arthur in Camelot. When not on stage, you can catch him on screen with credits such as the hit TV series '1923' and 'Tall Tales' of Jim Bridger,' and films such as 'Rust,' starring Alec Baldwin, and 'Cottonmouth,' starring Ron Perlman. He thanks everyone for coming to R&J, and he thanks his entire family for always supporting him! Dream the impossible dream!
Coming soon!
Dillon Hanna is a Jackson-raised actor. Past projects include: Saga (Tumbleweed Creative Arts); Richard III (Off Square Theatre); Into the Woods (Brown U.); Matilda (Off Square Theatre); Cowboys Like Us (Andrew Munz). He plans to attend UNCSA Drama this fall.
Curt Haws is grateful to be part of Jackson’s best summer tradition – Thin Air Shakespeare! Some of his favorite roles include: King Edward (Richard III); Claudius (Hamlet); Ted (The Most Deserving); Curly (Oklahoma); Daddy Warbucks (Annie); George Hay (Moon Over Buffalo); and Harry (Company). Many thanks to Edgar for his vision and to a family that is so supportive and that makes sure the arts are an important part of our life. “I act, therefore I am.”
Edgar Landa (he/him) is an actor/director and creates fights & violence for theatres large and small. At OST, he directed Richard III last summer; Other OST directing credits include: Much Ado About Nothing, The Thanksgiving Play, As You Like It, The Tempest, Macbeth, and Taming of the Shrew. Fight credits include: Center Theatre Group, Geffen Playhouse, San Diego Rep, South Coast Repertory, The Wallis, Tennessee Shakespeare Company and many others. Edgar serves on the faculty of the USC School of Dramatic Arts and is a long-time collaborator of Son of Semele Ensemble. He is a member of Stage Directors & Choreographers as well as Actors Equity Association. Edgar is a proud supporter of intimate theatre in Los Angeles. http://www.edgarlanda.com
Caroline Monroe fell in love with theatre when participating in Off Square Theatre Company’s youth musicals, and returned in 2021 to work backstage on Much Ado about Nothing as an assistant costumer. Since then she has continued to make costumes for Thin Air Shakespeare as well as independently. She recently completed a bachelor’s degree in communication at the University of Wyoming.
Over the last decade, with an MFA in Technical Theatre and Scenic Design from CSU Long Beach, Natalie explores the art of theatrical design and creation. During this journey, she’s gained much teaching experience as a professor at CSU Northridge and Loyola Marymount University within the Scenic and Prop areas of their respective Theatre Departments, while simultaneously designing various productions around the nation. Recently, Natalie has accepted a Scene Shop Supervisor position at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She will proudly by moving there and getting married shortly after the opening of Romeo and Juliet.
Apart from this one, Natalie's recent designs include the set design for Anna in the Tropics at Long Beach Community College, projections for Culture Clash’s 40th Anniversary Show at the Soraya Performing Arts Center in Northridge, and the sets for It Was Never Called Chavez Ravine! and Shrek Jr. (both at CSU Northridge). See more of her work here: www.natalierian.com
Apart from this one, Natalie's recent designs include the set design for Anna in the Tropics at Long Beach Community College, projections for Culture Clash’s 40th Anniversary Show at the Soraya Performing Arts Center in Northridge, and the sets for It Was Never Called Chavez Ravine! and Shrek Jr. (both at CSU Northridge). See more of her work here: www.natalierian.com
David-Edward Reyes, a seasoned actor trained in Meisner technique and Shakespearean drama, is thrilled to bring his portrayal of Tybalt (quick to fight and loyal to a fault) to the stunning backdrop of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. His journey from the vibrant stages of Los Angeles to the picturesque setting of Jackson Hole reflects his dedication to bringing theatre to diverse audiences. His standout performances include leading roles in "A Midsummer Night's Dream," "Proof," and the solo show "Vincent." David-Edward is grateful for the incredible cast and crew, whose collaborative spirit has brought this classic tale to life. Special thanks to all involved in this production, and to his friends and family for their unwavering support. Enjoy the show!
Jason Ruff is a high school English teacher. His real-life children have not, to his knowledge, entered in to any secret marriages.
Jeffrey Scott Stevens (Sampson/Apothocary) is a native of Wyoming and is happy to return to Off-Square Theatre Company’s production of “Romeo & Juliet,” having previously appeared in “Midsummer Night’s Dream” & “Richard III.”
NY & Regional Credits: “The Christmas Rose” at (Carnegie Hall), (Hunter) in [title of show] (The Secret Theatre Off-Broadway), (Patsy) in “Spamalot!” (Ogunquit Playhouse), “Young Frankenstein” (Gateway Playhouse), “Shrek, the Musical,” (Lord Farquaad), “Mamma Mia” (Harry), “Newsies” (Bunsen) at Tuacahn Center for the Arts Amphitheater in Southern Utah. Pioneer Theatre Company: “Chess,” “Annie,” & "Miss Saigon.” (Fueilly) in “Les Miserables” at the Durham Center for the Arts in North Carolina, “Funny Girl” (Riverside Theatre), “A Chorus Line” (STAGES, St. Louis), and (Jinx) in “Forever Plaid” (Theatre By the Sea). Jeffrey was in The 2001 Grand Opening of “Tokyo Disney Sea,” in “The Dockside Porters,” the original productions of “Tangled, the Musical” & “Twice Charmed” for The Disney Magic Cruise Ship in 2015 & 2016. TV/Film: “Boardwalk Empire,” (HBO), and “The Daily Show w/Jon Stewart.” Locally, Jeffrey has appeared at The Jackson Hole Playhouse and currently teaches Music & Performing Arts at The Teton Science School.
NY & Regional Credits: “The Christmas Rose” at (Carnegie Hall), (Hunter) in [title of show] (The Secret Theatre Off-Broadway), (Patsy) in “Spamalot!” (Ogunquit Playhouse), “Young Frankenstein” (Gateway Playhouse), “Shrek, the Musical,” (Lord Farquaad), “Mamma Mia” (Harry), “Newsies” (Bunsen) at Tuacahn Center for the Arts Amphitheater in Southern Utah. Pioneer Theatre Company: “Chess,” “Annie,” & "Miss Saigon.” (Fueilly) in “Les Miserables” at the Durham Center for the Arts in North Carolina, “Funny Girl” (Riverside Theatre), “A Chorus Line” (STAGES, St. Louis), and (Jinx) in “Forever Plaid” (Theatre By the Sea). Jeffrey was in The 2001 Grand Opening of “Tokyo Disney Sea,” in “The Dockside Porters,” the original productions of “Tangled, the Musical” & “Twice Charmed” for The Disney Magic Cruise Ship in 2015 & 2016. TV/Film: “Boardwalk Empire,” (HBO), and “The Daily Show w/Jon Stewart.” Locally, Jeffrey has appeared at The Jackson Hole Playhouse and currently teaches Music & Performing Arts at The Teton Science School.
Coming soon!
June 29 at 5:00pm – Preview Performance in Pinedale
Off Square Theatre will present selections of Thin Air Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet at 5pm on Saturday, June 29 at the American Legion Park in downtown Pinedale.
Come early for an all-ages stage combat workshop with director Edgar Landa at 4pm, and stay after the preview to enjoy the first concert in the Pinedale Fine Arts Council’s Soundcheck Summer Music Series!
Thank you to the Wyoming Trust Fund and Pinedale Fine Arts Council for supporting this performance.
July 11 at 6:00pm – A Midsummer Night’s Picnic
Join us for a special evening supporting Thin Air Shakespeare. Enjoy a picnic and a delicious bottle of wine while you watch a special preview of the final dress rehearsal of Romeo & Juliet.
Show Dates
Friday, July 12 | 7:30pm
Saturday, July 13 | 7:30pm | ASL Interpretation Provided
Sunday, July 14 | 7:30pm
Thursday, July 18 | 7:30pm
Friday, July 19 | 7:30pm | Wyoming Shakespeare Conservatory performs at 6:45pm
Saturday, July 20 | 7:30pm
Sunday, July 21 | 7:30pm
