Production Team
Adrienne Acevedo Lovette | Director, Readings/Workshops
Adrienne Acevedo Lovette is an award-winning self-made indie director, producer, writer, and professional actor for screen and stage. She was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and raised in the States. She is passionate about telling stories that explore the human condition, showcase badass female leads who defy Hollywood norms, and feature young people who are discovering what it means to grow up. While skilled across all genres, she thrives in thriller, horror, and drama—though she’s no stranger to comedy.
Adrienne is a SXSW Audience Award winner and a SUNDANCE collab film challenge winner. She has been named “Women Directing Mentorship Semifinalist” through SeriesFest, which Shonda Rhimes company Shondaland sponsors.
Adrienne directed, co-wrote, produced, and starred in the psychological drama I’m Okay, We’re Okay, which premiered at CINEQUEST and won multiple awards, including "Best Feature Film" and "Best Actress" at the CHAIN NYC FILM FESTIVAL and the Catalina Film Festival. She also directed the coming-of-age drama This Boy’s Vida (Made in America), which premiered at SeriesFest and won "Best Writing", and "Best Series" at the famous Latino International Film Festival in New York City.
Her psychological horror Hidden Daylight, premiered at Dances With Films, earning "Best Film" at Phoenix Comicon and "Best Short Film" at Freak Show Horror Film Festival, while her supernatural horror The Dark Room premiered at the Catalina Film Festival and won "Best Ensemble" at Crimson Screen Horror Film Festival. Adrienne has also directed music videos for indie artists like Armstrongleigh (featured at SXSW), NYC rapper Stash Cash, and international rapper-singer Wombino.
Adrienne has directed an impressive track record of over 50 plays and musicals staged across the globe, from Orlando, FL, to Budapest, Hungary, and Off-Broadway in New York City. Renowned for her bold vision and dynamic storytelling, she has helmed productions ranging from new groundbreaking dramas to beloved classics. Some of her favorite directorial credits include Patient A, Spring Awakening (USA regional premiere following its Broadway run), RENT, The Hobbit, The Drowsy Chaperone, and Chicago.
Adrienne has been invited to speak at several festival and industry events, including the Geena Davis Institute where she spoke at a panel during the Bentonville Film Festival about body positivity and diversity in front and behind the camera. She's also been invited to speak at schools and universities like New York University, Wesleyan University, and Dr. Phillips High School. She continues to encourage underrepresented filmmakers and artists to achieve their dreams in the TV, film, and theatre industry. She supports them by creating as much opportunity as possible in the indie space.
As an actor, Adrienne has played opposite Colin Farrell, Naomi Watts, Queen Latifah, Aziz Ansari, Joaquin Phoenix, Sam Rockwell, and Michelle Williams, just to name a few. Adrienne’s favorite TV credits include THE PENGUIN (MAX), THE EQUALIZER (CBS), BETTER CALL SAUL (AMC), RAY DONOVAN (Showtime), FOSSE/VERDON (FX), THE DEUCE (HBO), and MASTER OF NONE (NETFLIX). She is also known for her roles in SUNLIGHT JR. (Tribeca Film Festival) playing opposite Naomi Watts, and the lead role in the award-winning suspense feature drama I'M OKAY, WE'RE OKAY (PRIME/TUBI). Some of her favorite theatre credits include WEST SIDE STORY, TOP GIRLS, OEDIPUS, NICKEL & DIMED, THE SEAGULL, and GREASE.
Adrienne is the founder of The Garage Productions, which has created several award-winning films and web series, all of which showcase the underrepresented, LGBTQIA+ community, and differently-abled people.
Laura K. Marsh, Ph.D. | Book, Libretto, Producer
Dr. Laura K. Marsh is a writer and tropical ecologist. She has written several screenplays and other works of fiction; over one hundred scientific articles, books, and reports; described five new species of saki monkeys; and lead a successful expedition called Houseboat Amazon to find a monkey that had been missing since the 1930s. She wrote the Nichols' awarded screenplay ACROSS THE AMAZONS while working in the field in the Ecuadorian Amazon! After meeting with Ken Davenport at his New York offices on Broadway, they decided the story was also a natural for musical theater. Laura has since re-worked the film version for the stage adding lyrics and set directions. The goal is to have the Across The Amazons Project appear on multiple platforms, including large and small screens and the theater.
Laura Goodenow | Collaborator
Laura Goodenow is a librettist, lyricist, poet, editor, writer, producer, and distributor. She's interested in developing stories and works that explore female perspectives and/or portray complex female characters. Her company Real Woman Make Waves is a reminder - to every woman: voices are meant to be heard, not silenced.
Gayle Waxenberg
Co-Producer
New York Repertory
Daryl Eisenberg, CSA
Casting Director
Eisenberg Casting
Beverly Edwards
General Manager
RCI Theatricals
Janine Lee Papio
Management & Marketing
janine@thinkbigpicturellc.com
Peter Breger
Legal Representation peterb@pbesq.com
Music Team
Justin Rayna | Composer
Justin Rayna is an award-winning composer who works with performers and production companies to help them succeed by realizing their music desires. Getting a unique song that is the right fit for someone can be tricky. Justin has learned by experience how to streamline this process for his clients in any industry. Justin has composed for competitive gymnasts, playwrights, producers, dance companies, artists, churches, theme parks and even films. He has over 20 years in audio engineering, making him a trusted expert in the industry. Justin also has participated in stunt work and has experience in gymnastics, which makes him the perfect fit for creating music with athletes and productions.
Laura Goodenow | Lyricist
Laura Goodenow is a librettist, lyricist, poet, editor, writer, producer, and distributor. She's interested in developing stories and works that explore female perspectives and/or portray complex female characters. Her company Real Woman Make Waves is a reminder - to every woman: voices are meant to be heard, not silenced.
Laura K. Marsh, Ph.D. | Lyrics and Song Direction
Dr. Laura K. Marsh is a writer and tropical ecologist. She has written several screenplays and other works of fiction; over one hundred scientific articles, books, and reports; described five new species of saki monkeys; and lead a successful expedition called Houseboat Amazon to find a monkey that had been missing since the 1930s. She wrote the Nichols' awarded screenplay ACROSS THE AMAZONS while working in the field in the Ecuadorian Amazon! After meeting with Ken Davenport at his New York offices on Broadway, they decided the story was also a natural for musical theater. Laura has since re-worked the film version for the stage adding lyrics and set directions. The goal is to have the Across The Amazons Project appear on multiple platforms, including large and small screens and the theater.
Pedro Sá Moraes | Lyricist
Pedro Sá Moraes is a prominent figure in Rio de Janeiro’s music scene, known for blending traditional Brazilian rhythms with innovative arrangements. His album Além do Princípio do Prazer features melodies sung in a baritone reminiscent of Gilberto Gil, set against dynamic arrangements with guitar and percussion.
Highlighted on NPR’s “10 artists you should have known last year,” Moraes has toured extensively since 2003, performing across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. He has graced festivals like SXSW and Brazil Summerfest, and venues including Joe’s Pub and Le Poisson Rouge in NYC.
His first album, Claroescuro (2010), received acclaim from major outlets like NatGEO Music and NPR, featuring among the top World Music CDs of the year.
Angelíca Allen | Demo vocals for Isabel
Angelica Allen, a versatile artist hailing from New York and now residing in London, gained recognition under the moniker My Midnight Heart. Her work has been featured by renowned publications like Vice, SPIN, and Entertainment Weekly. Notable performances include supporting Grammy-Nominated pop duo Teagan and Sara, as well as sharing stages with Solange and Blood Orange. Her music has been featured in various media, including HBO and Bravo. Angelica's collaborations extend to fashion and beauty brands such as All Saints and Converse. Beyond My Midnight Heart, Angelica has showcased her adaptability across genres, performing at festivals worldwide with groups like ESCORT and touring with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. She's also ventured into theater, notably starring in the West End production of the Michael Jackson musical "Thriller Live." With a unique blend of 80s synths and soul-pop vocals, Angelica's forthcoming project, SAINT, showcases her evolving production skills. She continues to work as a session vocalist and composer, contributing to advertisements and scoring for film and television. Recently, she graced the stage of Saturday Night Live alongside pop sensation Dua Lipa. For inquiries, contact hello@angelica-allen.com.
Sound Board - Song Review Team
Gabriel Sainz | Song Reviewer
Gabriel Sainz Multifaceted musician, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter. While studying musical theater, he started writing and playing the guitar. Then came improvisation through jazz and world folklore. That's where he learned the trumpet and later on the bandoneon. The voice is his favorite expressive vehicle. He also accompanies himself with the piano. He graduated in Argentine Music at the National University of San Marín and studied Jazz Technician at the Manuel de Falla Conservatory of Music. He feels a great commitment to music and creativity. In 2016, he released his first album “La Raíz”.
Vale Tubert | Song Reviewer
Vale Tubert is a singer-songwriter from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She began as a piano player studying at Berklee Argentina but soon enough she became aware that singing was her path. She started very young playing at La Negra Nieves, a band of 9 strong powerful women who taught her everything she knows, from plugging her guitar to writing and producing. By the time the band did their last album she was ready to start her solo journey. Now she has written two albums and is becoming more and more interested in how we can use music as a service for lifting our spirit, in a world that seems to need some. How can we do that? That is where her head is at. That, and exploring how mate tastes with coco.
Charles Czarnecki | Creative Consultant
Charles Czarnecki is a Creative Entrepreneur in international entertainment, specializing as a music supervisor, producer, and conductor. He began his career at 16, debuting with Jersey Boys and the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall in 2006. His clients range from Broadway stars to Hollywood visionaries, and he works across various music genres. Czarnecki focuses on innovative projects that blend theater, television, and film. As the founder of CZMaestro.com, he is launching his immersive production company, Next.Gen.Immersive. A strong advocate for diversity, he holds degrees from Purchase Conservatory of Music and Manhattan School of Music and is based in Berlin and New York.
Charlie Robin | CEO Capitol Theater, Washington
Charlie Robin was the executive director of the Edison Theatre, Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri since 2000. During his tenure, he provided leadership in all program and facility matters. He developed residency and outreach activities that engaged a variety of audiences. He was responsible for the multidisciplinary, multicultural international performing arts series Ovations (featuring contemporary artists) and its complementary family series, ovations for young people. Mr. Robin also advised on the acquisition, oversaw the development, and managed a second facility, the 560 Music Center. The Center includes an 1,100-seat concert hall, 250-seat capacity adaptable ballroom/theatre space, and 75-seat Recital Hall. Prior to his position at Edison Theatre he was the Executive Director for Circus Arts Foundation, the Entertainment Coordinator for Laumeier Sculpture Park and Managing Director of Drive All Night Productions. Charlie has a long history of serving both his community and numerous performing arts organizations.
Chía Patiño | Production Director
Chía Patiño, a pianist and composer from the University of Louisville, composed Dreamwalker, a one-act opera that premiered at Indiana University in 1998. She has directed productions like Don Giovanni for the Aspen Music Festival, Florencia en el Amazonas for Opera Tenerife, and Orpheus & Eurydice for Seattle Opera. Her original works include adaptations of Faust, Carmen, and Sweeney Todd. Her productions have been staged in the U.S., Spain, Ecuador, and other countries. Patiño conducted Cruzando la Cara de la Luna, a mariachi opera, performing with Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán in various cities, including Paris and Quito. She was the Artistic and Executive Director of the Teatro Nacional Sucre in Ecuador from 2009 to 2019 and recently served as stage director at the Butler Opera Center in Austin. She is currently represented by ADA Artist Management.