Black Graffiti: A Dock Ellis Story |
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Andrew Sanford |
Jennifer Sandella |
Isabelle Deveaux |
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| Produced by: RATCO (Random Access Theatre Company) | ||
| Producing Team: Jennifer Sandella, Victoria Teague, Mike Gregorek, Kelsey Taylor | ||
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Jennifer Sandella
Isabelle Devaux
Andrew Sanford
Victoria Teague
Mike Gregorek
Kelsey Taylor
Random Access Theatre Co (RATCO)
The RAT NYC
Meet the Company
Kade Clarks
“Black Graffiti: A Dock Ellis Story” marks Kade’s first production with Random Access Theatre Company and his second lead role since recently moving to New York City this June. He has previously performed in a production of ‘Bonder Thrashman Fitzqualudes’ as Ferrence Tape. He holds training from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, where he debuted in the role of Macduff in ‘Macbeth’. When off the stage, Kade can be found attempting, with great effort, to teach himself how to sew and make clothes. Infinite love for my loved ones who paved the way!
Rory Scholl
Rory Scholl is thrilled to join this fantastic cast and crew at the incredible RAT. Born in Allentown, PA, and raised in Dallas, Rory has been working as a comedian and actor in NYC for the past twenty years. His television credits include Law & Order, FBI, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Each year he portrays failed presidents for Bob's Discount Furniture Presidents' Day commercials. As a storyteller, he is an Amazon best-selling humorist with his story Black Sheep, and has appeared on PBS's Stories From the Stage and the RISK! podcast. His improv background includes performing on house teams at the Peoples Improv Theater, Comedysportz TX and NYC, touring with Chicago City Limits, and performing with Beerprov on MSC Cruise Lines. He is also the producer of the charity improv show ARTPROV and the Director of the TwoProv tournament. Additionally, Rory has led workshops and created content for organizations such as American Airlines, Cornell University, and Michaels.To close out the year, he will be performing with his improv duo, The Little Pitchers, at QED and will be featured on the Tiny Little Bites horror podcast. He currently lives in Queens with his cat, Lionel.
Jennifer Sandella
Is a Brooklyn-based theatre artist with a foundation in classical text and performance and a minimal and visceral aesthetic. Jennifer is the Executive Director of The RAT NYC and is actively directing independent projects, including new works and musicals. MA - Text and Performance/Directing Pathway, The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London. BFA - Theatre Performance (Shakespeare focus), Hofstra University. SDC associate member, 2015 Drama League Resident Artist, Directors Lab West 2014 Cohort. For more information, visit www.jennifersandella.com
Isabelle Devaux
Isabelle is a theatre artist, filmmaker, and life long baseball fan who is excited to be working with such an incredible crew for Black Graffiti! When she’s not in the booth at The Rat, she can usually be found behind the bar at The Rat, and on the rare occasion that she is in neither, she can be found ordering from the bar at The Rat. With a BA from Sarah Lawrence College and her debut short film, untitled.girl.mov, in post-production, many are asking, what can’t she do? The list is quite long. She’d like to thank her parents, friends, and the 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks.
Andrew Sanford
A writer, director, performer, and twin dad living in Jersey City. He has been a twice-featured writer for the ABC Discovers Showcase, his short films have appeared in festivals across the country, and he has written several Shakespearean adaptations of popular works for Random Access Theater and their Dunk Texts series in NYC. Andrew has been wanting to tell a story about Dock Ellis for over a decade and is beyond thrilled to have a chance.
Victoria Teague
Mike Gregorek
Kelsey Taylor
Random Access Theatre Co (RATCO)
Random Access Theatre reclaims and re-imagines works of the past as a way to engage in modern issues, while simultaneously nurturing the development of new pieces from emerging New York City artists.
The founding company behind the RAT in DUMBO, Random Access borrows its name from Random Access Memory, or RAM, a form of computer data storage. RAM allows information to be stored in various locations on a computer’s hard drive, which can then be accessed in any order to complete the necessary process or task. We choose to make theatre the same way: pulling resources together from many locations to create unique, dynamic, and visceral productions.
The RAT NYC
A Home For Independent Artists in DUMBO, Brooklyn; The Rat NYC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit arts venue dedicated to providing accessible and affordable space for independent artists in New York City.
Our mission is to empower artists from all disciplines by offering a welcoming, creative environment where they can experiment, develop, and present new work. Recognizing the unique challenges that NYC artists face—particularly around space and resources—The Rat NYC exists to fill that gap, creating a haven for artistic exploration that is both affordable and inclusive.
We believe that art thrives in community, and we are committed to fostering meaningful connections between artists, audiences, and our DUMBO neighbors. Our space is more than a venue; it’s a vibrant third space—a gathering place where people can come together, share ideas, and be inspired. Through diverse programming, collaborative projects, and a steadfast commitment to inclusivity, The Rat NYC strives to strengthen the cultural fabric of our city while supporting artists whose voices deserve to be heard.
Our goal is to not only support the creation of art but to cultivate a supportive community, ensuring that NYC remains a home for artists of all backgrounds and perspectives to thrive. Want to support the work that we do? Support The RAT NYC by visiting www.theratnyc.com/donate
