Aaron Bogad became his dream over 20 years ago and has been making theater, for his job, ever since! He's been involved as a Director, Producer, Writer, Performer, or Designer in over 150 theatrical productions. Aaron has his BFA from NYU/Tisch (Playwrights Horizons Theater School) and his Masters of Theater Studies - Production and Design from Southern Oregon University and the Ashland Theater Center. He’s honored to have worked with Tony nominees, Runaways, and Idiots (American and otherwise). He’s been at this long enough to have worked in smoke filled bars, and lucky enough to have been everywhere from the New York Stage and Film Festival, the Kennedy Center and The Westbeth Theatre Center to far flung cafetoriums in the swamps of Jersey. He founded an educational theatre company (Shakespeare: The Box Set Tour). Partnered with his genius attorney/best friend/wife, Melissa, Aaron founded the independent arts organization, JustArt Theatricals, LLC. His very most favorite productions include ZackoTaco and The Bubba.

Music Director Brian Cox has been involved in nearly every aspect of musical theatre continuously since his childhood. He has been an actor, dancer, director, musician, and conductor in hundreds of productions in the region. His role as a silent, scantily-clad Egyptian warrior in Opera Delaware’s production of Verdi’s “Aida” is considered to be his greatest stage triumph. Mr. Cox attended the music schools at University of Delaware and Temple University, where he studied conducting, composition, and tuba performance. He continues to maintain a busy schedule outside of school as a professional conductor, and as a freelance performer on multiple instruments in a variety of styles. This is Mr. Cox’s 25th year at Salesianum, at which, in addition to his work with the theater, he is also director of the Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, and S.U.P. Marching Band.

Operatic tenor Dane Suarez recently made his acclaimed international debut with Wexford Festival Opera in Stanford's The Critic. This season, he performs Handel's Mesías with New Mexico Symphonic Chorus, Don José (Carmen) with Opera Memphis, Faisal/Juan in the world premiere flamenco opera Llantos 1492 (Adam Del Monte) with Opera Southwest, and Verdi's Requiem with Erie Philharmonic. He also joins Maryland Opera, Brooklyn Symphony, and Newport Classical in concert. He's thrilled to return to Salesianum as vocal music director for this production (previously Sweeney Todd). Additional music directing credits include Beauty and the Beast, Seussical the Musical, and The Wiz with The Prairie Arts Center, and music director/arranger of his collegiate all-male a cappella group at Butler University: Out of the Dawg House. A versatile performer, he made his Off-Broadway debut as Greg in Kate Tarker's Montag (Soho Rep) and, this season, was tenor soloist in Home for the Holidays at Delaware Theatre Company. Dane is an inaugural company artist with OperaDelaware and resides in Wilmington with his wife (Kerriann Otaño) and their two precious pups. Career highlights include performances as Manrico (Il trovatore), Rodolfo (La bohème), Pollione (Norma), Tenor Soloist (Verdi's Requiem), Macduff (Macbeth), Idomeneo (Idomeneo), Greenhorn (Moby-Dick), Erik (Der fliegende Holländer), Pinkerton (Madama Butterfly), Ruggero (La rondine), Alfredo (La traviata), Cavaradossi (Tosca), and Henrik (A Little Night Music) with Opera Memphis, Opera in the Heights, West Bay Opera, Fort Worth Opera, Opera Neo, Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Opera San José, Pacific Opera Project, New York City Opera, Sarasota Opera, LoftOpera, Washington National Opera, Crested Butte Music Festival, Aspen Music Festival, Opera North, and Castleton Festival. Mr. Suarez holds a bachelor’s degree in music from Butler University and a master’s degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He currently resides in Wilmington with wife Kerriann Otaño.

Kerriann Otaño was a professional opera singer for a decade performing across the country on stage at The Kennedy Center, Wolf Trap Opera, Opera San Jose, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and the Metropolitan Opera. She transitioned into arts administration in 2019 when she dedicated her career to artist advocacy, bridging the gap to make opera accessible and approachable for everyone. She now serves as the Vice President of Engagement with OperaDelaware, America's 11th oldest opera company. Last summer, Kerriann presented her first TEDTalk at TEDxOld Hickory on artist and audience advocacy that has since been viewed over 23,000 times. She uses her growing social media presence to encourage curiosity, demystify opera, and build community through the arts.

Ms. Maria Lantz, the founder of and the driving force behind Salesianum's dramaturgical program, holds a BA in English Literature and Classical Studies from Smith College and an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from UNLV. Under her guidance, SST has transformed into an intellectual hub where students explore history and literature alongside the creative techniques involved in accurately and authentically representing the contexts of their stories. Maria works to ensure that our program exists at the intersection of education and creativity. Her innovative approach leaves a lasting impact, fostering a deep understanding and appreciation for the arts and academia.

Michael Finocchiaro (Mr. Fin) has been the costume designer for Salesianum School Theater since 2020. In addition to being the man behind the curtain at neckwear/textile atelier, "Britney Stitch", Fin teaches in Salesianum’s Theology department and has degrees in sociology and theology from Saint Louis University and Boston College. With SST he collaborates with direction, dramaturgy, and actors to create costuming that serves the ethical, intellectual, and creative formation of the student participants and the community. With Mr. Fin as the costume designer, rest assured, there will be florals for the spring show.

is a seasoned professional with a career that spans over four decades, marked by innovation and dedication. After serving ten years with the United States Navy Band, much of which was in support of Armed Forces Radio and Television in Europe, Dave transitioned from military service to entrepreneurship. In 1987, he founded his own business specializing in sound design. Over the next 28 years, his company flourished, expanding its offerings to provide complete creative audio, video, and multimedia production services for Fortune 100 companies. In 2015, Dave began collaborating with Salesianum School to coordinate campus-wide audio and video technology upgrades. This pivotal role led to his appointment as the school’s Technical Director in 2017. Since then, Dave has been instrumental in modernizing Salesianum’s technological infrastructure, blending his passion for innovation with his commitment to education.

Mr. Ethan Inglis, a Salesianum alumni, is pleased to be back in the Spragg. Overseeing all aspects of design and execution, Ethan is proud to bring his experience to bear in the training of the next generation of Technical Theatre Artists.

Gabe Losten started his career at Salesianum School Theater as a student in 2017 when he began working on the Musical Les Misérables as a crew member. He continued working and acting in shows until the Covid-19 pandemic brought his senior year to an end. He was hired as an Associate Technical Director in late 2022 and later shifted roles to become the Production Manager at SST where he guides and educates students on the technical and managerial aspects of theater.

Hailing from Alsace, France, Aurelien Eulert made his U.S. house debut in 2014 with Palm Beach Opera as diction coach for their production of Les Contes d’Hoffmann and head coach for the Young Artist Program. He has been on the music staff of Charlottesville Opera, Opera Memphis, Opera Roanoke, Hawaii Performing Arts Festival, USC Thornton Opera, UCLA Alpert School of Music, Pacific Opera Project and the Los Angeles Opera Education department. Aurelien has played for acclaimed singers such as Marilyn Horne, Phyllis Curtin, Dawn Upshaw, Frederica von Stade and Rod Gilfry. He has assisted and performed under conductors such as James Conlon, Robert Spano and John Williams. In 2019, Aurelien was named Head of Music Staff of OperaDelaware, and oversaw the company’s Young Artist Program. His 2024/25 season also includes a return to Opera Montana in the Spring, and debuts at the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Aurelien holds degrees from the Conservatoire National de Strasbourg, Syracuse University and the University of Southern California, and attended the Tanglewood Music Center in the summer of 2010.

is very excited for Into the Woods. This is his fourth production involved with SST, and plans to be involved in even more! His favorite show here was Clue, where he performed as Professor Plum. This show is his first time in the position of a stage manager. He would like to thank his friends, family, and castmates for the support he has gained, and the positive environment they have given to him. He hopes you enjoy the show!

is excited to be working on this show from a different perspective she has before. You may have seen her in the SST productions of The Odyssey (Athena) and Sweeney Todd (ensemble). She would like to thank everyone who has made it possible for her to participate in all of these productions!

is so happy to be back at Sallies for her sixth show. She is one of the two production managers this year and is excited to enter this new role. She would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her.

is very excited to be a part of his sixth show as the Booth Focused Production Manager. Chase has previously worked as a part of atmospherics, lighting, and construction. He is very thankful for his family, for always standing by him, and his friends and fellow leadership. He cannot wait for you to see the show, and he hopes you enjoy!

is happy to be working on her 6th show with SST. She is currently student-directing Into the Woods while also participating in the stage crew. She is very excited to return back to SST with more exciting ideas and to make more memories. She wants to thank the other staff members, her friends, and her parents for always supporting her!

is very excited to be in her third SST production. She is a student producer in this show, but you may have seen her in The Odyssey as Neoman, Arete the Queen of Phaecia, and Teiresias. You may have also seen her in Sweeney Todd in the ensemble or as the lead in Padua's fall play Gaslight. She hopes you all enjoy the show as much as she loved to see it come to life.

is excited to be participating in this years winter musical. It will be the 4th show she has taken part of. has participated as a cast member in Sweeney Todd and the Odyssey. Additionally she was a producer during The Importance of Being Vampyre. Once again she will take up the role of being a producer during Into the Woods and hopes you all enjoy the show.

is a Padua senior. This is Audrey’s thirteenth and final high school production! Most recently, she stage-managed for Padua Theatre’s “Sister Act” and led the sound team in SST’s “The Odyssey.” Audrey is so excited to be finishing her high school theater career with one of her favorite shows and would like to thank her family for supporting her all along the way!

is a senior at Padua, and this is her fifth show with SST. She is a deck captain for stage crew. She is thrilled to be a crew member for Into the Woods and to be able to work with so many dedicated company members to make this show truly special.

is the lighting captain and first electrician of the theater for this show. This is his 10th show and he is super grateful for all the faculty and staff that work to put on all of the shows.

is thrilled to be a part of Into The Woods as a member of the stage crew. With a passion for theater, he previously stage managed The Odyssey and contributed to the stage crew for Sweeney Todd and Clue. Carl's experience and dedication to the craft have made him a valuable asset to every production he’s been involved in, and he’s excited to have brought his skills to this latest show.

is just happy to be here and doing lighting. He is Participating in his 2nd show and would like to thank, Kyle Morris for giving him the lighting opportunity.

is a Junior at Padua and is happy to be on sound crew for her 6th production at SST. She would like to thank her family, friends, and booth partners for their support and help throughout the process. She also hopes everyone enjoys the show!!

is a Junior at Padua and is excited to be on sound crew for her first show! She would like to thank her family and friends for their encouragement and support. She hopes everyone enjoys the show!!

is a sophomore at Salesianum. This is his second SST production and he is very excited to be helping out. He works very heavily in managing props during the production, making sure they are where they need to be.

is ready for his first production at sst. He may not know a lot about theater but is ready to roll.

is glad to be doing stage crew for "Into the Woods". It’s his 2nd show on crew, and his 5th show overall.

is a junior at Padua and this is her sixth show at SST. She wants to thank her family, friends, and fellow theater members. She especially wants to thank her friend Moira for driving her to sallies everyday after school and her parents for waiting for her after theater everyday. She hopes you enjoy the show

is a sophomore at Padua. This is her first show at Salesianum. She did stage crew at Padua last year for Mean Girls. She has been doing theater since she was in first grade and is excited to work on Into the Woods!

is excited for this production of “Into the Woods”. This is her 4th SST production working on the lighting team. She would like to thank her friends and family for their support. Alexis hopes that you enjoy the show!

is a student from Concord High School and is happy to be playing in his second musical with Salesianum School Theater.

is excited for his second performance with the Salesianum Pit Orchestra! He is a senior at Sallies and has been playing the cello since the 4th grade and performed in Sweeney Todd just last year. Ben would like to thank his parents for always being there to encourage him and his teachers for their constant support in the classroom and beyond. He hopes you enjoy the show!

is a student at Cab Calloway high school and is happy to be playing in her second production with Salesianum School Theater.

is a Salesianum student who has been a long time participant in Salesianum School Theater.

is a student at Cab Calloway High School and happy to be participating in her second production wiht Salesianum School Theater.

is a Salesianum student and has participated in several SST projects.

is a Tower Hill student and pleased to be making his first appearance with Salesianum School Theater.

is a Salesianum student and happy to be working with SST again.

is a Salesianum sophomore. Nathan was last seen in the Fall's production of "The Odyssey".

is a Salesianum student who is happy to be back with SST!

is thrilled to be a part of her second musical with the Salesianum Pit Orchestra. She is a senior at Padua Academy and has been playing mallet percussion for nearly ten years. While this is unfortunately her last show with Salesianum Theater, she has been incredibly grateful for this opportunity. Brianna hopes you will enjoy watching the show as much as she does performing in it!

is joining the SST Orchestra from West Chester University.

is a Sallies student, happy to be a part of SST, and a magician. For reals. Magic.