Samantha Leahan Email & Phone Number

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

I have been the Resident Equity Stage Manager at Imagination Stage since the 23/24 season. I have and will work on their productions of: "A Very Hungry Caterpillar," (dir. Kathryn Chase Bryer) - 2023"A Year with Frog and Toad," (dir/choreo. Ashleigh King) - 2023/2024"Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale," (dir. Nadia Guevara) - 2024"Miss Nelson Goes Missing" (dir. Janet Stanford) - 2024"Winnie the Pooh" (dir. Christopher Michael Richardson) - 2024"Petite Rouge: A Cajun Red Riding Hood" (dir. Nathaniel P Claridad) - 2024/2025"Dory Fantasmagory" (dir. Katherine Chase Bryer) - 2025They are all Equity TYA productions in their 413-seat theater. I work on these shows a week before their first rehearsals through their closing performances. These shows will run around 50-60 total performances each."A Year with Frog and Toad" received 6 Helen Hayes nominations for the 2024 award season."Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale" & "Miss Nelson is Missing" were Helen Hayes Recommended in 2024.

Stockbridge, Massachusetts, United States

I was the AEA Stage Manager for two productions at Berkshire Theatre Group: What the Constitution Means to Me (a co-production with WAM Theatre, starring Kate Baldwin and directed by Kristen van Ginhoven) which had an almost entirely female production staff and cast, and The Smile of Her, the world premiere of Christine Lahti's new play, which she also starred in. It was directed by Robert H. Egan, who said "You're my favorite Equity Stage Manager." He gave me permission to share that quote!

Crystal City, Virginia, United States

I was the Stage Manager for their remount of Beauty & the Beast. While it was a remount, I would say it was somewhere between a remount and a newly devised (mostly) silent movement-based piece. I was in charge of every rehearsal, tech, and performance and ensured that everything was running safely and smoothly. I called light cues while also operating the QLab and adjusting mic levels occasionally during the run of the performance. What was unique about this was the shadow puppetry (that you can see in the media section) which I was in charge of operating the projector to execute those moments. There were also lots of set changes that I was in charge of tracking and reminding the performers of. Co-Directors: Ben Cunis and Vato TsikurishviliChoreographer: Irina TsikurishviliFight Choreographer: Vato TsikurishviliPhotographer: Katerina Kato

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

I was the AEA Stage Manager for their production "Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience" written by Mo Willems, music by Debbie Wicks la Puma, and directed by Kathryn Chase Bryer. This is a TYA show with professional actor musicians. - I was responsible for running all rehearsals and creating paperwork based on those rehearsals- Creating reports and daily schedules for all rehearsals and performances and distributing them- Teaching the run crew the show and helping them run the show smoothly backstage- Training Understudies in the event they need to go on- Running the light board and calling three different types of sound cues- Maintain the artistic vision of the show by giving notes to actors and crew as needed

Stockbridge, Massachusetts, United States

I was the AEA Assistant Stage Manager of Berkshire Theatre Group's production of "Seascape" by Edward Albee. - I created all paperwork related to running the show, including props lists/tracking, preset and post-show checklists, and run sheets.- I was responsible for communicating with the props department about any changes that arose from rehearsals. - I acted as the Stage Manager when the contracted SM was away on vacation.Production Stage Manager - Caroline StammDirector - Eric Hill

Stockbridge, Massachusetts, United States

I worked on Berkshire Theatre Group's production of "Dracula," based on the Bram Stoker novel, adapted for the stage by Deane & Balderston, and directed by David Auburn with Movement Direction by Isadora Wolfe.- I am one of 3 Assistants responsible for making this technically huge show operate. I am the one who gets to have the fun job of helping Dracula disappear from the stage through the trap door. - I helped coordinate scenery transitions with my fellow stage managers to find the fastest way to get all of the furniture pieces in their proper locations each time (for a total of 4 major scenic transitions!)- I am responsible for running the stage right side of the deck and thinking quickly on my feet if any issues arise during the production Production Stage Manager - Jason Hindelang

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Working on their production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream." This was a remount with choreography by Irina Tsikurishvili and directed by Paata Tsikurishvili. I was the assistant stage manager, so I was responsible for running everything backstage, ensuring the show performed smoothly, and thinking quickly on my feet if any issues arose. Stage Manager - Briana J. Padgett

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

I worked as the Stage Manager for Solas Nua's production of "Maz & Bricks" by Eva O'Conner. Directed by Rex Daugherty. Starred Emily Kester and Jonathan Feuer. This was a beautiful play about two Irish people who meet and change each other's lives for the better, while also fighting for Abortion Rights in Ireland.

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Through the Kenan Institute at UNC School of the Arts, I am able to work with the Kennedy Center as a Stage Management Fellow, working with the education department to place me with local theaters to gain more experience in the DC Area. Program Mentor - Gregg Henry

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Worked on a musical adaptation of Jacqueline Woodson's book "Show Way" with the Theatre for Young Audiences area of the Kennedy Center. Directed by Schele Williams and music by Tyrone L. Robinson. I was responsible for tracking props and furniture pieces during the rehearsal process and managing an IA Crew during performances. Production Stage Manager - John Keith Hall

Stockbridge, Massachusetts, United States

- Worked on three different shows: "The Importance of Being Earnest," "Nina Simone: Four Women," and "Shirley Valentine" as the non-Equity Assistant Stage Manager (official job title was Production Assistant)- Created and maintained paperwork for running rehearsals and shows- Ran the deck during tech and performances, ensuring actors, props, and furniture was where it needed to be at all times and maintained a safe environment backstage- Took and distributed line notes to the actors during the rehearsal process- Assisted with daily tasks from the Production Stage Manager and Production Manager as needs aroseProduction Stage Manager - Jason Weixelman

Northampton, Massachusetts

- Acted as the Business Manager (handling all financial transactions and bookkeeping)- Communicated with companies to sponsor the summer season- Fundraising and Grant Writing- Coordinated production meetings and communication from outside personnel with internal personnel- Met with the board of directors frequently to discuss company businessArtistic Director - Tom McCabe

- Assisted with daily rehearsal tasks (blocking notation, line notes, hospitality, printing, running transitions during room runs)- Ran fly rail cues and prop catches/handoffs for 70 cast musical- Drove actors and directing staff to their housing- Created paperwork for three different shows over the summer based off of PSMs requestsProduction Stage Managers - Jason Weixelman (Outside Mullingar), Melissa Michelson (Shrek: The Musical), Caroline Stamm (You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown)

- Managed all financial transactions- Fundraising and grant writing- Mentored SM in daily operations and standards- Coordinated all parts for outdoor performances- Ran box office and concessions for every showManaging Director - Troy David Mercier

Northampton, Massachusetts, United States

- Took blocking notes and all script changes as the fluid script updated daily- Coordinated with Technical Director in each theatre the needs of each show- Designed lighting and operated board while operating PowerPoint of children's artwork (which assisted in telling every story)- Created necessary paperwork for every show and archived for future referenceArtistic Director - Tom McCabe