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Playbill | A Light in the Dark

In a world full of hate and stress, how sure can one be about the support they receive from those closest to them?

Theo Stewart, they/them, stands amongst yellow foliage in a green blouse.

THEO STEWART

Playwright

Theo is a senior psychology major who usually lives behind the scenes. He has worked four shows with UT and has helped with QuickSCRIPTS twice before. He is very excited to be able to write and hopes you enjoy the show! 

ADAM TRAYLOR

Director

Adam is thrilled to return to the vibrant Triangle theatre community. His directing credits include A Midsummer Night’s DreamDeathtrapBalm in GileadA Raisin in the Sun, and others. He has also served in key production roles at numerous organizations, including The Alley Theatre, Santa Fe Opera, and Temple Theatre. He has also taught at North Carolina Wesleyan College, Southern Arkansas University, and is the founder of Backstage Cyber and The Laden Stage. 

TIMIRE LEAK

Beth/Ben

Timire is overjoyed to be a part of their first University Theatre production! Born and raised in Raleigh, Timire studies drama (Experimental Theatre Wing) and performance studies at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. Previous roles include Bernice in Thornton Wilder’s Seven Deadly Sins, Horton in Seussical the Musical, and Terpsichore in Xanadu. Timire wants to thank everyone who has supported them along their artistic journey, family and friends especially. 

GUS ALLEN

Jack

Gus is a usual suspect at QuickSCRIPTS and at University Theatre’s annual TheatreFEST. Favorite productions include this year’s Dial M for MurderHolmes & Watson, and 2018’s magnificent The 39 Steps. Gus is an actor and director at various Raleigh area theatres. Thanks to God and the late, great John Allore.