Puffs Creative
Director
Barbara HiltBarb Hilt is currently starting her first year as director of theatre at Salina Central High School in Salina, KS and is the former director of Garden City High School in Garden City, KS. Barbara has received several awards for directing high school theatre from state awards programs. In 2018, she was awarded the Outstanding Secondary Educator Award from Pittsburg State University. She is also a Fund for Teachers Fellow. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Culver-Stockton College in 2002 and a Master in Teaching degree from Pittsburg State University in 2012. Prior to pursuing teaching she has worked as an actor, director and designer for several community theatres and regional theatres. In 2018, she directed the production of Hamlet that was selected as a mainstage production for the International Thespian Festival. In 2019, the production of Miss You Like Hell was selected to perform at the Kansas Thespian Festival as well as developing the School edition of this production.
Technical Director
Bryce JonesBryce Jones teaches English and also has been a part of the theatre program at Salina Central for many years and has served many roles including directing many productions
Stage Manager
Erin FlaxErin Flax is the daughter of Ruby and Randy Flax. She is currently a senior. She was previously in Antigone and various one acts. She is also involved with band, yearbook, and scholars bowl. After high school she plans to attend Kansas State University majoring in music education. She is very excited for everyone to see this amazing show and hopes everyone loves it as much as she does!
Sound Board Operator
Hana NorthSenior Hana Rose North is the daughter of Bill and Cori North. She was last seen in Antigone, and has done backstage for numerous shows at Central and SCT. Outside of school, you’ll find her drawing, playing games with friends, and playing music. After graduation, Hana plans on pursuing a Masters in Architectural Design. “Thanks so much for supporting the arts and coming to see this magical show!”
Light Board/ Spot Operator
Ben CampbellBen is a freshman and is excited to be a part of the theatre program at Central! He hopes to be a part of many more productions under the direction of Ms. Hilt!
Light Board Operator
Camille MorrisCamille is the daughter of Jenn and Josh Morris. She is currently a sophomore. She has also been in Freaky Friday at SCT, last year's spring one act Bear
With It, and operated sound board for Little Women at SCT. In her free time she enjoys taking dance classes and hanging out with friends. Hope you enjoy the show :)
Running Crew
Erin JacksonJunior Erin Jackson is the daughter of Karleen Jackson. She has been in many one acts since her Freshman year, and plans on being a crew member for future productions. In her free time, Erin enjoys drawing, reading, and playing video games. After graduation she plans on going to Emporia State and major in graphic design. She is hopeful that you will enjoy the show and stay safe!
Running Crew
Daniel AllenDaniel Allen, is the first son of Kathy Prochnewski, and stepson to Raymond Prochnewski. He is a Junior this year, and has been seen in many of the past One Acts of recent. His hobbies include gaming, being loud and making others laugh. After graduation, Daniel plans to attend Salina Area Technical College and pursuing a degree in machining. From there, he plans to attend online school for gunsmithing. He would like to send thanks to Troupe 639 and each of its members for taking him in and giving him a home in theater.
Running Crew
Barron TalbottBarron Talbott is the son of Nick and Amber Talbott. He is a freshmen this year. This will be his first production at Salina central this year. He is also involved in band and track, but he also enjoys running the sound system at his church.
Lighting Designer
Nelson GutschSenior Nelson Gutsch is the son of Barb Gutsch and Nyla Romeiser. He has recently been seen performing on the Salina Community Theatre stage in productions of Little Women, Murder on the Orient Express, and Cinderella, and working on lights for Freaky Friday at SCT and Antigone at Central. He loves playing bass in the Triad Jazz Trio, the Salina Symphony, and the Central High jazz combo and orchestra. After graduation, he plans to double major in music performance and lighting design.
Running Crew
Maddi FarthingRunning Crew
Ivan SolisOriginal Creative Team
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