Ms. Holley is the theatre director at Wolfson School for Advanced Studies! Ms. Holley has been involved in theatre since she was a student herself, and her love for the craft has only grown stronger over the years. She holds a Bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University and has spent years honing her skills through workshops and training programs in theatre and dance. She believes that theatre can be a transformative experience for young people, and she works tirelessly to create opportunities for her students to grow and learn through their involvement in productions. As a director, Ms. Holley is known for her creativity, and ability to inspire her students to give their best performances. She is deeply committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive environment in which every student feels valued and supported. Beyond her work in theatre, Ms. Holley is an avid reader, an indulgent dog mom to Fiona, and a lover of all things creative. She believes that theatre has the power to change lives and is committed to making that magic accessible to everyone.

Riley Ruppert Richendollar is a senior at Wolfson High School and serves as the Production Team Director for the Wolfpack Technical Production Team, overseeing the entire production process from concept to final performance. This includes managing lighting design, sound engineering, props, and all aspects of backstage operations. He has contributed his leadership and technical expertise to productions such as 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse, The Miss Wolfson Pageant, Beauty and the Beast, The End Every After, The Great Cell Phone Catastrophe, SpongeBob: The Musical, as well as numerous band performances and school concerts. Known for combining creativity with precision, he ensures every performance runs smoothly and delivers a memorable experience for audiences. Following graduation, he plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Live Event Production at Full Sail University, continuing to craft unforgettable live experiences.

Zane Connor is a senior at Wolfson High School and serves as the Assistant Production Team Director, helping oversee all aspects of backstage operations, including lighting, sound, props, and stage management. With a background in chorus and a deep understanding of musical rhythm and timing, he excels at keeping each show synchronized and ensuring that every cue is executed precisely. Zane has contributed their technical skill and dedication to productions such as 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse, Beauty and the Beast, End Ever After, the Great Cell Phone Catastrophe, SpongeBob: The Musical, the Miss Wolfson pageant, as well as numerous band performances and school concerts. He takes pride in combining their musical insight with technical expertise to help every production run seamlessly. After graduation, they plan to continue pursuing opportunities in live event production and technical theater. In the play “Gainful Employment”, he plays the “IT Guy” which is the perfect role for him and he loves yelling at the actors, in a good way.

Bristol is a junior and is very ecstatic to be a part of the fall play. This is her first play as a stage manager, and she loves being an addition to the tech team. Her past shows include; The SpongeBob Musical (an octopus), the great cellphone catastrophe (Beat poet), and Beauty and the Beast (man, fork, wolf). Not only does she participate in theater, but she also dances outside of school and does color guard with the band. One of her favorite parts of being stage manager is managing the props, and she would like to thank Ms. Holley for always being such a great teacher.

JJ Bruce is a senior who has contributed as a stagehand to three theatre productions: The Great Cellphone Catastrophe, SpongeBob the Musical, and The End of Ever After. His work behind the scenes has supported each show’s success, from managing set transitions to assisting with props and technical cues. JJ values the teamwork and discipline that come with working backstage and has enjoyed being part of the creative process. Outside of theatre, JJ plans to pursue a degree in nursing while continuing to play football at the collegiate level. He’s proud of the balance he’s maintained between academics, athletics, and the arts, and looks forward to the next chapter with confidence and commitment.

Porshai is a sophomore and a part of the theatre production tech team. This is her first year in the production team and she has helped with the lighting aspects in plays such as The Cellphone Catastrophe and The End of Ever After. She is a member of Drama Club and is excited to further her journey in the theatre department.

Stella Smith is the Technical Manager of the production team and a junior. In her freshman year, she ran around backstage as crew for Beauty and the Beast. During The Great Cellphone Catastrophe, Stella was on spotlight. She currently works on mixing microphone levels during the show and has been since her sophomore year. She is excited to work on another production with the crew and looks forward to many more.

Harper Heiser-Layton is a freshman here at Samuel W. Wolfson SAS. He has multiple technical theatre projects, such as Anything Goes at FSCJ, Beauty and the Beast at FSCJ, Agatha Rex at Lavilla, Matilda at Lavilla. His interests include drawing, video games, light programing, building sets, and learning new techniques during his time at WHS. His plans in the future are to go to UF (University of Florida) for football, then get drafted to the NFL.

Ajok is a senior in her first theatre production. She’s enjoyed meeting the cast and getting to know everyone involved in the show. She enjoys helping where she can, especially in Media. After high school, she plans to attend college to pursue a career in medical technology.

Gracey is a junior in high school, and she is stoked to be working with the technical theatre team this year. Her future plans consist of going to college to be a nurse and eventually working as a pediatric nurse in a hospital. This is her first year working in any kind of theatre production, but she is very excited to try new things and help any way she can!