Sudbury Theatre Centre

Robert Clarke

as Clown 1

This is Robert’s first appearance at the Sudbury Theatre Centre and he couldn’t be more pleased. A native of Huntsville, Robert’s previous theatre credits include Falsettos (Chutzpah Festival); Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls (Chemainus Theatre); the Baker in Into the Woods (Patrick Street Productions); Donnie in the premiere production of The Foursome (TNB); three seasons with The Shaw Festival and work with various summer theatres throughout Ontario. Robert also works extensively in film and television, so you never know where he may pop up next. Enjoy the show!

Sheldon Davis

as Clown 2

Sheldon is no stranger to STC, and is very excited to return. Sheldon has appeared at STC in Pinocchio, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Little Shop of Horrors, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline and The Miser. Other credits include The Tempest (Theatre By The Bay); Mesa (Globe Theatre); The Producers (Stage West Mississauga & Calgary); A Christmas Carol (Neptune Theatre); Urinetown (Canadian Stage); The Foursome (Drayton Entertainment); Road (Equity Showcase Theatre); Jasper Station (Theatre New Brunswick); Anne of Green Gables (Charlottetown Festival).

Jacklyn Francis

as Annabella Schmidt, Margaret, Pamela

Jacklyn is excited to be returning to Sudbury, where she was last seen as Justine in The Love List. Past work includes four seasons with the Stratford Festival, two seasons with the Blyth Festival, as well as work with Canadian Stage, YPT, The Globe Theatre, Theatre Northwest, Manitoba Theatre Centre, Resurgence Theatre, Theatre By The Bay, Brook-stone Theatre, Buddies in Bad Times, The Troubled Souls Co-op, and Equity Showcase Theatre, The Toronto Fringe, and Summerworks.

Stephen Sparks

as Richard Hannay

Stephen was last at STC sporting a larger mustache, as the Sergeant in I Had A Job I Liked, Once. Also for STC, Moonlight and Magnolias, and The Love List. Elsewhere Stephen has appeared in Colours in the Storm (Festival Players); Enchanted April (Theatre Calgary); Bach in Leipzig (Theatre Athena); Noises Off (The Atlantic Theatre Festival); Real Estate (Theatre Aquarius); Mick Unplugged ( Alberta Theatre Projects); Private Lives (Showboat Theatre). Stephen was nominated for a Dora award for his role in Tequila Vampire Matinee (Theatre Passe Muraille). He holds a B.F.A. from the University of Alberta. He lives in Toronto with Shelley, the love of his life.

David Savoy

Director | Artistic Director

David Savoy is happy to be back for his third season at Sudbury Theatre Centre. He has directed seven productions since his arrival, including his own adaptation of Alice in Wonderland. He taught Directing last year at Thorneloe/Laurentian. Before moving to Sudbury, he was the Artistic Director of Showboat Festival Theatre in Port Colborne and The St. Lawrence Stage Company in Brockville. He holds a BFA from the University of Alberta and an MFA from UBC in Vancouver, his home town.

Charlene Saroyan

Stage Manager

Charlene is delighted to be returning to STC after just finishing Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and The Wizard of Oz (Moonpath Productions). Last season at STC, Charlene Stage Managed Moonlight and Magnolias and Vigel. Charlene has also worked for Alberta Ballet, Drayton Entertainment, Blyth Festival, Theatre Pass Muraille, Green Thumb Theatre, Theatre New Brunswick and The National Arts Center. Charlene Sends love and thanks to her wonderful friends and family for their endless love and support.

Geofrey Dinwiddie

Set Designer

For the past 12 years, Geofrey has designed over 30 sets for STC, including Sweeney Todd, Ain't Misbehavin', Irma Vepp, Cabaret, and The Full Monty. In his career, he has designed everything from operas to musicals to a mime show based on the works of George Orwell. "The reason I keep coming back to work in Sudbury is the theatre family I love working with here, including the audiences. I'd like to thank you all.”

Charlotte Robertson

Costume Designer

Charlotte is pleased to be returning to the STC for another fantastic season! Some favourtie STC credits include Alice in Wonderland, Moonlight & Magnolias, and The Full Monty. Passionate about all things costume, Charlotte has also worked as Head of Wardrobe for the Blyth Summer Festival; Costume Designer/Technician for the New West Theatre in Lethbridge, Alberta and as Costume Dresser for Cirque du Soleil.

Travis Hatt

Lighting Designer

Travis is happy to be back at STC for the 40th Anniversary Season. Previous lighting design credits include Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, A Midsummer Night's Dream (Hart House Theatre); Alice in Wonderland, Doubt, Sweeney Todd, A Year With Frog and Toad (STC); Hana's Suitcase, Plaid Tidings (Magnus Theatre); Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Debbie Does Dallas (Ghost Light Projects); Knickers: a Brief Comedy, Dump Guys, Bedtime Stories (Port Stanley Festival Theatre).

Shirley Stenabaugh

Apprentice Stage Manager

This is Shirley's first time working with STC and she is excited to be part of The 39 Steps. She has worked in theatre and television in Canada and the United States. Recent credits include The Situationist (The Cabaret Company); Les Blues de Ramville (Carte Blanche Films); All Shook Up, and Annie (Theatre Cambrian). She thanks her husband, Tim, for his patience and understanding throughout the entire theatre journey.