Production Program

Written by Anthony Horowitz

Directed by Chad Brinkman

Produced with permission from Concord Theatricals

From The Producing Artistic Director

One of my favorite things about my job as Artistic Director is developing new seasons.  We have a great team of dedicated artists on our play reading committee who read dozens of plays every year to help me pare the list down to a manageable level.  I can’t possibly thank them enough for their hard work.  But ultimately, both the pressure and privilege of finalizing each season rests with me.

We try to come up with better seasons every year…which keeps getting harder.  But here we are…our 2024-25 season is ready to launch and it’s one of the most exciting slates of plays we’ve ever put together.  Each one will be brand new to the Greater Cincinnati area…fresh, new, powerful and provocative!

Last year’s season was focused on Identity…this year’s scripts all play on the theme of chaos!  From the chaos of dark minds, to the changes that alter our lives irrevocably, to the outrageous (and farcical) inner workings of the White House, this season offers drama, mystery, comedy and pathos.  You won’t want to miss a single show! I am honored by the hard work and artistry of the wonderful people who choose to share their talents and passion with us at Falcon Theatre.  And I’m thrilled have this wonderful season to offer these artists and you, our amazing and supportive audience.  Now, please sit back, relax and enjoy…our 2024-2025 season.

Sincerely,
Ted Weil
Producing Artistic Director

CAST
(in order of appearance)

Mark Styler — Mike Fielder
Dr. Alex Farquhar — Rick Grant
Nurse Paisley — Rachel Mock

PRODUCTION TEAM

Production Stage Manager — Ben Dudley
Scenic Design — Chad Brinkman
Lighting Design — Chad Brinkman
Sound Design — Ted Weil & Chad Brinkman
Costume Design — Rachel Scardina
Props Design — Riley Caldwell
Lighting & Sound Execution — Ben Dudley
Intimacy Coordinator — Amanda Marasch
Dialect Coach — Kate Glasheen
Fight Choreographer — Ted Weil
Set Construction — Ted Weil, Clint Ibele, Samantha Joy Luhn
Graphic Design — Steve Luhn
Lobby Display — Samantha Joy Luhn
Dramaturg — Julie Carpenter
Marketing — Kara Ann Scullin
Social Media Marketing — Rachel Mock
House Staff Coordination — Clint Ibele
Photography — Claudia Herschner
Box Office — Kathleen Luhn, Clint Ibele

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Cast Biographies

Mike Fielder (Mark Styler): Mike is back on Falcon’s stage after an 18-year hiatus, having last been seen in Angels in America: Millennium Approaches & Dinner With Friends. Recently, Mike portrayed Barry Glickman in CMTs 2023 production of The Prom. Normally seen in front of the stage, Mike has directed and choreographed for Falcon Theatre’s productions of Sealed for Freshness and Striking 12.  He received his Masters of Arts in Theatre from Roosevelt University in 2010. Mike would like to thank his logical family for all the unconditional love and support. 

Rick Grant (Dr. Alex Farquhar): Rick is thrilled to return to Falcon Theatre and was last seen in Breaking the Code as Alan Turing. This past summer, he participated in Cincinnati LAB Theatre’s new works festival in their production of Synapse. Rick graduated with his B.F.A. in Acting from CCM. Favorite productions at CCM included Angels in America, The Hostage, The Madwoman of Chaillot, and Amadeus. Rick went on to the New York stage and performed in A Flea in Her Ear at Pulse Ensemble Theatre, John R at MuseWorks, and One Moment Please with the New York City Fringe Festival. Rick took a hiatus from acting while completing his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in California and returned to acting 14 years later in Sacramento. Productions there included Small Mouth Sounds and Othello at Big Idea Theatre, Leading Ladies and A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody at Main Street Theatre Works. Currently, Rick works as a psychologist and provides psychotherapy at his private practice, Empowered Living Therapy. More information on current and past productions can be found at www.RickGrantActor.com.

Rachel Mock (Nurse Paisley): Rachel is thrilled to be back on the Falcon stage! You may have seen her last season in Home, I’m Darling (Judy), Two Point Oh (Melanie), or Breaking the Code (Pat) right here at Falcon. Other recent acting credits include: Cry It Out (Jessie) with Mariemont Players, Language of Angels (Kendra) with Three Crows Theatre, Othello (Roderigo) and Henry V (Mountjoy/Nym/Michael Williams Understudy) with Babes with Blades Theatre Company, very still and hard to see (Betty/Kami/Violet) with Exit 63, Tight End (Darla) with 20% Theatre, and Anna Karenina (Betsy Understudy) with Lifeline Theatre. Rachel is a proud MFA graduate of Ohio University. Much love to Eric, who ignores her when she talks to herself.

Production Team Biographies

Chad Brinkman (Director): Chad’s career spans more than a hundred productions, including work in theatre, film, dance, and music. Chad is grateful to be part of such an incredibly talented team. Working with these humans to bring Mindgame to the Falcon stage has been a gift. Some of Chad’s representative credits include White Elephant, a new work brought to life through puppetry, movement, mask, Super 8 film, and live music at La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club, and has included work at the Public Theater, Playwrights Horizons, and the Atlantic Theater Company. Chad was a guest teaching artist at NYU, directing and designing for the BFA and MFA playwriting programs. Locally, Chad has directed and designed numerous productions and was most recently seen as Theo/Vincent in the Falcon’s production of Vincent. He gives love to Amanda, Calloway, and the rest.

Ben Dudley (Stage Manager): Ben Dudley is grateful for the opportunity to work with Falcon Theatre again after appearing in The Other Place last season. His previous acting credits include the Know Theatre shows Bankers (2023), Puffs (2019), and All Childish Things (2015), as well as several Fringe Festival productions. His writing credits include The Opinions of Men: A Stupid History of the Protestant Reformation (2020), Home (2017), and Occupational Pleasures (2015). He earned his master’s in creative writing from the University of Cincinnati and works as an editor of books and articles.

Anthony Horowitz (Playwright):  Born in North London, he attended Orley Farm Prep School. Then, he attended Rugby School and he graduated from York University. He wrote his first book when he was only 23 years old. Not only is he a talented screenwriter, he has written over 20 books for children. He continues to write and a list of his books is below. His most recent film project has been from 2002-2005 as the creator and screenwriter of Foyle’s War (2002) series 1, 2, and 3. His wife, Jill Green joins him as producer on this series. He and Jill have two sons, Nicholas and Cassian.

Falcon Theatre Management Board

Piper N. Davis – Diversity & Inclusion Director
Clint Ibele – Falcon Takes Flight Director, Volunteer Coordinator
Tom Lawry – Management/Operations Consultant
Samantha Joy Luhn – Company Coordinator
Ted J. Weil – Producing Artistic Director

Patrons for our 2024-25 Season

ANGEL:
Doug & Carol Burks

BENEFACTOR:
Lynn Krabacher, CPA
Don Leonard
Dale Hayes & Terry Miller

PLAYWRIGHT:
Robert & Patricia Clary
Greg Schaper
Suzana Waterhous
Ted J. Weil
Michael & Susan Whitehead

DIRECTOR:
Robert Arlinghaus & Christina Kelley
Steve Bolia & Rob Dorgan
Clint Ibele

PRODUCER
Thomas & Chris Comte
Joanne Glaser
Joe Gorman
Patricia Hoffmann
Lisa Koepke
Rita Larkin
Tom Lawry
Kathie Morbitzer & Mary Ann Meyer

DESIGNER:
Sherry McCamley
David Sundin
Jeff & Nancy Work
Anne Wrider

ACTOR:
Jane Culp
Andrea Dobrozsi
Myndi Gardt
Carol Leslie
Joann Meyer
Alex Prezeau
Mary A. Stewart

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Falcon has been creating quality theater for our audiences since 1989 and we remain committed to our vision to lead our community through artistic expression and inclusive creativity.  Like all arts organizations, we can’t do it without you.  Your tax-deductible donation helps us continue to produce affordable theatre while offsetting the cost of creating professional productions. The generosity of patrons continues to allow Falcon Theatre the opportunity to expand its horizons, reaching new audiences, new markets and a new generation of theatre minds.  Your gift goes a long way in helping us grow, thrive and continue this success.
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Patron Levels:

  • Angel   $5000+   (Includes 2 five-show Flex Passes)
  • Benefactor   $1000+   (Includes 1 five-show Flex Passes)
  • Playwright    $500+
  • Director    $250+ 
  • Producer    $100+
  • Designer    $50+
  • Stage Manager    $25+
  • Actor    Up to $25

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