Dena has worked in the costuming/wardrobe world of theater for over 50 productions since 2009. She has worked with Off Square Theatre for almost 8 years. This past year she costumed “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” directed by Kate Gleason, “Shrek : The Musical” directed by Sadie Frank, Anton Chekov’s : “3 Sisters” directed by Allison Watrous , Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” directed by Edgar Landa and now this production of “The Effect” directed by Michelle Tattenbaum. She loves working with all the different directors, production team members, actors and artists that make up the creative collaborative process fun. When she isn’t working, she enjoys RV'ing around the west with her husband, adult IT son and 2 awesome German Shepherds. Go Pokes!

Jenna Krasowski is thrilled to be making her Off Square Theatre Debut. Other regional productions include Detroit ‘67 at TheatreSquared (AR), Proof at Hudson Stage (NY), and Black Tom Island at Premiere Stages (NJ). Most recent film work includes short film Pretty Doesn’t Hurt, which made festival rounds. You can hear her voice on many narrative podcasts, including How It Ends, Cryptids, March, and others.

Rex had his indie film debut in the lead role for “Post No Bills” which had its world premiere at the Nashville Film Festival and screened in festivals across the country winning awards. He has appeared on stage in roles ranging from David Mamet to Sophocles off-broadway and off-off broadway.

His most recent stage appearance was playing the lead role Jonathan in Ingmar Bergmans “Scenes From A marriage” at the Electric Lodge in Los Angeles. And his most recent film work is a short film he has Acted, Produced, and Directed based on an excerpt from one of his favorite screen writers/directors -Tony Gilroy, with whom he dreams to work with.

When he isn’t acting Rex works in oil paints, acrylics, and colored pencils to create portraits, and other artworks.

Jill Matarelli Carlson (She/Her/Hers) Is thrilled to be working with Off Square Theatre Company for the first time! She is a Professor at East Carolina University in the School of Theatre and Dance. Jill is a movement specialist, actor, and educator who is dedicated to advocating for performer safety. She is a Certified Teacher with The Society of American Fight Directors, a Certified Intimacy Director with IDC (Intimacy Directors and Coordinators), and a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher. Jill has worked as an Entertainment Cast Member for Walt Disney World and co-founded The Odyssey Express Touring Theatre Company; whose goal was to bring quality theatre experiences to children in the Chicago-land area. She has worked professionally all over the United States as an actor, fight director, and intimacy choreographer. Most recently, she staged the violence, movement, and intimacy for the Cape Fear Regional Theatre productions of Wait Until Dark, Disgraced, Peter and The Starcatcher, Music City, Memphis, Clue, Welcome to Arroyo’s, The Addams Family, Puffs, Footloose!, Once on this Island, and 9 to 5. Jill received an MFA in Acting with a Movement Concentration from Western Illinois University. Favorite roles include Soccer Mom in The Wolves, Fraulein Schneider in Cabaret, Aunt Eller in Oklahoma!, Matron Mama Morton in Chicago, the title role in Antigone, Mrs. Walker in Tommy, Amy in Company, and the Herald in Marat/Sade. Jill was awarded the ECU Scholar – Teacher Award for 2019 – 2020 and UNC Board of Governor’s Distinguished Professor for Teaching Award for 2014 – 2015. She lives in Greenville, NC with her husband, John, and puppy, Beanie.

Michelle Tattenbaum (writer/director): Theater: World premiere of the musical NOBODY LOVES YOU at the Old Globe (San Diego Theatre Critics Circle nomination: Best Director) and the New York premiere at Second Stage. Regional credits include the O’Neill Musical Theatre Conference, Hangar Theatre, Cape Fear Regional Theatre, Williamstown, Goodspeed and Shakespeare Theatre of NJ. New Media: As the Director of Production for Gen-Z Media, she directed numerous fiction podcasts for kids (including over 200 episodes of the mystery thriller SIX MINUTES). Film: Directed and produced the short films “Idea” and “Use Your Words.” www.michelletattenbaum.com

Pearl Rhein (she/her) is a New York-based multi-hyphenate performer and music creator. She writes and produces original music for plays, music/lyrics for musical theater, scores for film, and arrangements/orchestrations for anyone who needs them. Her band MOSTLY BEES has songs in the upcoming short "Adoptive" and the feature film "Daughters of the Domino" currently in festivals. A multi-instrumentalist, Pearl studied songwriting with William Finn. As an actor, Pearl has appeared on Broadway in "Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812" and on off-Broadway & regional stages. More at pearlrhein.com

Jerad is a theatre designer and consultant based in Queens, NY, where he lives with his wife Liza and daughter, Nora. The Effect marks more than twenty years of collaboration with Director Michelle Tattenbaum on a variety of creative projects. Outside of the occasional production design work, Jerad primarily designs theatre buildings and has contributed to several notable theatres including St. Ann’s Warehouse, Steppenwolf Theatre, The Perelman Center (PAC NYC), and the Obama Presidential Center. He enjoys foraging for mushrooms, playing guitar, and cooking delicious food.

Originally from the UK and trained at The Central School Of Speech And Drama, Hannah is an actress. Stunt performer and competitive Muay Thai Fighter.
As well as work Off-Broadway, Hannah has worked all over the UK including at The Salisbury Playhouse ( Barbarians ), Theater Clwyd ( Aladdin ), The New Oxford Theater ( Into The Woods), The Finborough Theater ( The Time Of Your Life ) and Jekyll And Hyde Amphitheater ( A Midsummer Night’s Dream).
Most recently she was seen in Apple TV’s YOUR FRIENDS YOUR NEIGHBORS, STARZ network’s RAISING KANAN and one of her favorites - THE PERIPHERAL on Amazon.
Hannah is very much looking forward to being back on stage and working on this devastating and eloquent play.

Previous credits include: Sense and Sensibility, The Winter's Tale (American Shakespeare Center), Hairspray (White Plains PAC), Beetlejuice, Press Your Luck Live, SIX: The Musical, Burn the Floor, Le Cirque Bijou, Velvet, Rock You Tonight (Norwegian Cruise Lines), Macbeth in Stride (Shakespeare Theatre Company), Julius X (Folger Shakespeare Theatre), Guys and Dolls (ACT of CT), Sammy Davis Jr. Live at the Palace, I Do! I Do! (Interlakes Summer Theatre), Ella es Tango, Tía Julia y El Escribidor, Fame: en Español (GALA Hispanic Theatre).

Ed Smail has been part of the Off Square Theatre story since its inception. After serving on the Board of Directors for 20 years, including two terms as President, he now dedicates his time to running the Off Square Theatre scene shop and serving as a technical director, carpenter, and creative collaborator. His carpentry and scenic work have been part of nearly every Off Square Theatre show. In 2015, he was the recipient of a Golden Hammer award from the Jackson Hole Cultural Council in recognition of his immeasurable impact on the performing arts community in Jackson, and Off Square Theatre in particular. You can find him in the scene shop masterminding a project to bring a designer's vision to fruition or up in the music wing playing his guitar.

Coming Soon!

Nicholas is thrilled to be making his Off Square Theatre debut! Off-Broadway: Major Barbara (The Pearl Theatre). Regional: A Sherlock Carol (Florida Rep), Stage Struck, Pride & Prejudice, Deathtrap, Ben Butler, Noises Off(Peterborough Players), Centennial Casting(Seven Angels), Equivocation(Virginia Rep), Or (Portland Stage), The 39 Steps(Laguna Playhouse,Hippodrome, Totem Pole, Forestburgh, Cortland Rep, Surflight), The Play That Goes Wrong, Moon Over Buffalo(Oregon Cabaret Theatre). Tours: The 39 Steps (Natl. Tour) A Christmas Carol(Natl. Tour), The Learned Ladies, Richard II(Shakespeare Theatre of NJ). Many thanks to Natalia and Michelle for this opportunity and to his wife Rebecca for her constant love and support. www.nicholaswilder.com