The Addams Family – A New Musical Creative

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Director
Meghan Child
Mrs. Child is so happy to be back in the director's chair for her ninth consecutive production at THS. Past directorial credits include The King and I, Hello, Dolly!, The Wizard of Oz, Annie Get Your Gun, The Little Mermaid, and Annie. Mrs. Child has been involved in over 30 productions as either a director or an actress. She most recently appeared as the Fairy Godmother in The Old Schoolhouse Players' 2022 production of "Cinderella". Other favorite shows/roles include Into the Woods (Baker's Wife), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Narrator), The Church Basement Ladies (Mavis), You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Lucy), A Year With Frog and Toad (Snail), and Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown). Mrs. Child has thoroughly enjoyed working with the talented production staff, cast, and crew this year. The talent in our district is incredible, and we are so proud to share this production with you! Enjoy the show! Mrs. Child has been teaching English for the last 21 years at THS. Outside of school, she enjoys reading and spending time with her husband, their daughter, and their dog, Maverick.
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Producer/Vocal Director
Matthew P. Komula
Mr. Komula is excited to be participating as music director for the Trinity High School production of Mary Poppins. This is Mr. Komula's 22nd show that he has either directed or acted in. As a music director he has directed and/or acted in Grease, South Pacific, Fiddler on the Roof, The Sound of Music, You're a A Good Man Charlie Brown (x2), Barnum, The Wizard of Oz (x2), Annie Get Your Gun, The Little Mermaid, Annie (x2), The Music Man, Cotton Patch Gospel, Into the Woods, Aladdin Jr., Bugsy Malone, Mame, and Hello Dolly, Mary Poppins and is the producer and vocal director of The Addams Family. He is extremely excited about this year's production and wishes the entire cast and crew best wishes. Mr. Komula has earned a BS in Music Education, a Masters of Arts in Education, and a Masters of Music in Music Education. Mr. Komula resides in Rices Landing, PA with his wife, children and is enjoying a new grandson, Wynston!
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Tech/Set Director
Lauren Kirkpatrick-Moser
Lauren Kirkpatrick-Moser is thrilled to be part of the High School Musical staff. This is her first show at Trinity, and her second show overall. The first set she designed was for Keystone Oaks’ performance of Beauty and the Beast. She is incredibly excited to work with the talented and hardworking staff and students on this year’s production of Mary Poppins. Ms. Kirkpatrick-Moser graduated from Carlow University with a BA in Art Education and Art History. She is currently continuing her education at Azusa Pacific University in pursuit of a Master’s Degree in Art History. In her free time, Ms. Kirkpatrick-Moser likes to draw, paint, read, and spend time with her husband and sweet pup, Rory.
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Choreographer
Macy Gross
Macy Gross is a recent Cal U graduate and just recently began working as a substitute teacher for Trinity. She has 22 years of dance experience as well as 10 years of theatre experience. This will be Macy's second year choreographing the musical for Trinity. “These students are extremely talented and have worked tirelessly to bring this show to life! I hope to have you dancing along In your seats throughout the show! Enjoy!”
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Music Director
Mr. Daniel Hilty
Mr. Daniel Hilty graduated from Duquesne University in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education and is currently pursuing a Masters of Music Education at Kent State University. Prior to working at the Trinity Area School District, Mr. Hilty was a long-term substitute at the Bethel Park School District and South Fayette School District. Mr. Hilty is excited to conduct the Pit Orchestra for the first time this year. When he is not working, he enjoys spending quality time with his cats Margery and Harold.

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