Alice in Wonderland (Duffield) - November 18 - November 20, 2022

West Orange High School

 PRODUCTION TEAM BIOS 

  • Wendy Mapes-Chrzanowski

    Director

    Ms. Mapes-Chrzanowski studied acting at the New Actors Workshop in NYC & has an MA in Theatre. She was the Theatre Academy Director of the Appel Farm Arts & Music Center at SCVTS. She’s performed Off-Broadway with Magis Theatre, La Mama, West End Theatre & was featured in independent shorts. She enjoys teaching & directing at WOHS & thanks everyone for their imagination!

  • Deb Coen

    Producer/Assistant Director

    Mrs. Coen is a 23-year veteran Tech & Engineering teacher. This is her ninth production as Producer, and her second as Assistant Director. Getting to watch the production come together from all sides can be an adventure but ends the same way each time - with a great production and a happy audience. Wishing the best to the cast and crew!

  • Lauren M. Grof-Tisza "Cookie"

    Technical Director/Lighting Design

    Cookie is honored to back helming all things Tech! With over 25 years experience on & off stage, she's excited to not only bring her skills to each production but to also help mentor Stage Managers & crew members each year. In her 10th year in the district as resident LD & TD, she also serves as the District Media Coordinator & Auditorium Manager. Lola & Murphy-Olive You!

  • Rocio Urquia '23 head shot

    Rocio Urquia '23

    Student Assistant Director

    Rocio is a member of the Glee and Jubilee Choirs at WOHS as well as the Drama Club. This is her first time being a Student Assistant Director and is really grateful to have been given this opportunity. Thank you to my friends and family who have always been by my side to support me!

  • Sam Selikoff '24 head shot

    Sam Selikoff '24

    Stage Manager

    Sam is so excited to Stage Manage his 4th production! SM credits: "The Shows Must Go On", "The Laramie Project", & "Into The Wood's". He served as Lighting Designer for the WOHS Coffeehouses & "The Wizard Of Oz, Jr." at LMS & Lightboard Operator for "Annie, Jr" at RMS. Thanks to Ms. Mapes, Ms. Coen, Cookie, & teachers who have taught him so much. Much love to my family!

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