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PuffsOr, Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic |
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Starring David Sackal Sofia Ferraiuolo |
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Costume & Prop Design |
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Lighting & Scenic Design Matt Eisemann |
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July 31 - August 2, 2025 5 Enterprise Lane #5A |
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Originally Produced Off Broadway by Tilted Windmills Theatricals (John Arthur Pinckard / David Carpenter) PUFFS was Developed in Part During a Residency with the University of Florida School of Theatre + Dance, Jerry Dickey, School Director Originally Produced Off-Off Broadway by Stephen Stout and Colin Waitt Puffs (One Act Edition) is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com |
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"Puffs" will be presented with a 10-minute intermission.
Please note that this production contains flashing lights.
"Zach Smith" material for each performance is written by Stephen Grivers.
A Note from the Directors
Matt and I are so grateful to every person involved with this show. You have all embraced the true spirit of the Puffs. No, not the forgetfulness or awkwardness. The kindness. The generosity. The passion. The friendship. We are so honored to have worked with such a lovely group of people to bring this production to life, and we’d like to take a moment to properly thank them.
When casting this show, we were looking for talented, dynamic performers that could handle the original doubling of characters as written in the script. It was a daunting task, especially with it being the first show Matt and I had ever directed. However, even from the first night of auditions, we had no doubt that this cast was going to be spectacular. They have jumped at every opportunity to do more, every chance to rework a scene, every moment to make the show their own. The characters you see on stage are the product of the diligence and dedication demonstrated by every single member of this cast. Thank you to every one of our actors for working so hard and caring so much. It truly means the world to us, and we hope you know just how much we appreciate all of you.
We could not have put on this production without all of the assistance we received from the magnificent people in our J-DAPA family.
To Ashley, our Deputy Headmistress and Stage Manager, thank you for supporting us from the beginning. Your enthusiasm and constant support were driving forces behind this show, and we couldn’t be more grateful for all of your brilliant suggestions and sanity checks.
To Paul, thank you so much for making our vision come to life with those amazing columns. We could never thank you enough for your continuous kindness and generosity – and talent!
To Mat Ancone, what would we have done without you? You made our wildest dreams for this set come true (and then some!). It takes a special kind of person to spend their free time doing so much for others. Your passion and artistry are their own kind of real-world magic. Thank you for creating such a beautiful set, and for being such an incredible person to have on our team.
To Ava and Ella on our crew, you should both be so proud! Thank you for being so open to learning new things and helping us with all aspects of this production. We hope that you continue your theatrical pursuits, whether they are in the tech booth or out on stage!
To Charity, Brieanna, Aubrey, and Ron, thank you for always being ready to help. Your support never goes unnoticed.
And to Donna, thank you for all your wisdom and guidance. Directing a show is no small feat, and we are so grateful that we had you to support us along the way. Thank you for giving us this amazing opportunity, and for always believing in us.
To our audience, we hope you feel the bond between our cast and crew members that we saw every rehearsal. We hope you see the passion and dedication of Mat and Paul, our set builders. We hope you sense the kindness and spirit of friendship that envelopes this production like a cozy Puff hug. And to all our amazing Puffs – we hope you know that love truly is the greatest magic there is, and that you have proven this to us time and time again.
With love,
Serena and Matt
Puffs Co-Directors
Crew & Creative
Matt Eisemann
Serena Roy
Kirk Longhofer
Ashley DiLorenzo
Serena Roy & Donna Tellier
Aubrey Guglielmo
Mat Ancone & Paul Duhamel
Ava Ancone & Ella Trementozzi
Who's Who
Josh Esquite
Josh is excited to be taking on the role of Wayne! He’s so excited to show you what this incredible cast has been doing for the past few months. Outside of theater, Josh is going into his senior year of high school and enjoys playing video games and playing music. "I’d like to thank everyone in our extremely talented cast and crew who made me feel welcome and included despite joining the production later on."
Robert Simoneau
HIIII!!! Robert is so excited to play Oliver. This is his first non-musical stage performance since college and he’s glad it is in a show as amazing as Puffs. He played J Finch et. al in a previous production, so getting the chance to see the show from a completely different perspective is a great experience and challenge. He hopes you enjoy the show as much as he does! "Jared, thank you so much for inspiring me to do this show again! You mean the world to me!"
Abbey Spolidoro
Abbey is thrilled to be making her J-DAPA debut in Puffs! Recent credits: Johanna (Sweeney Todd, East End Theatre and Performing Arts), Jane Doe (Ride the Cyclone, Academy Players of Rhode Island), Alyssa Greene (The Prom, East End Theatre and Performing Arts), Fanny Brice (Funny Girl, Pilgrim High School). "TR, MV, KK, LI, ER. Love you guys forever and a day <3"
David Sackal
David is thrilled to be Puff! He is a Rhode Island based actor and graduate of Rhode Island College with a degree in Theatre Performance. Regionally, he has taken part in productions at J-DAPA in Smithfield, Burbage Theatre in Pawtucket, The Players in Providence, and The Colonial Theatre in Westerly. David is also a resident teaching artist and director at J-DAPA.
Sofia Ferraiuolo
Sofia (Cedric/Mr. Voldy) is stoked to be a part of this amazing cast! She has been seen at J-DAPA in The Bugs (Porthis) and Heroes and Villains: A Cabaret. She is a rising junior at Jaqueline M. Walsh School for the Arts, focusing on Theatre. "Thank you J-DAPA, the Puffs cast, and my family and friends!! I love you guys!!"
Aubrey Dion
Aubrey is a RI based actor and voiceover artist – and a true Puff at heart! Aubrey is a graduate of Providence College, RI and the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, UK. Regionally, she has taken part in productions at J-DAPA in Smithfield, Burbage Theatre in Pawtucket, and Stellar Studios Theatre in Fall River. Aubrey is also a resident teaching artist and director at J-DAPA. "Sending a huge Puff hug to the entire creative team and crew!!!"
Stephen Grivers
Stephen Grivers is thrilled to join J-DAPA’s Puffs, his debut show with the company. Previous credits include Dr. Frederick Frankenstein in Young Frankenstein (East End Theatre and Performing Arts); Luke Castellan in The Lightning Thief (Swamp Meadow Community Theatre); Trent Oliver in the Prom (East End); and many more. When not on stage, Stephen can be found analyzing data, learning how to cook delicious foods, or generally reaching higher planes of existence. "Stephen would like to dedicate this performance to his former Jr Stage students. Shout out to RS, AH, AS, KP, and the Bryant Players, for their inspiration and support of his participation in this show. Enjoy!"
Allison Hall
If you had told 13-year-old Allison that she would be in this magical show, she probably would have been pissed that Luna doesn’t make an appearance. But once she got over that, she’d be over the moon! Allison has been performing at community theaters in both Rhode Island and Connecticut for 14 years now, and is attending Rhode Island College as a musical theatre major this fall. "Allison would like to thank her fellow Puffs for never failing to make her laugh, and Serena and Matt for bringing the magic to life!"
Nahvalene Monteiro
Nahvalene is thrilled to be part of this production! A passionate performer, she has been involved in theater for less than a year and continues to grow as both an actor and artist. Past credits include her role in The Addams Family as an Ancestor, back in February. When she’s not on stage, Nahvalene enjoys singing, reading, and playing her many instruments. As an huge Potterhead, she hopes you enjoy the show! "I would like to thank my friends, family, and directors for their endless support and encouragement!!"
Janessa Ortiz
Janessa Ortiz is excited to portray Sally Perks in Puffs! She is drawn to the show’s unique blend of humor, magic, and heart, and is thrilled to be part of a story that highlights the unsung heroes. Janessa looks forward to sharing this whimsical journey with the audience and celebrating the friendships and triumphs of the Puffs!
Kaleigh Poirier
Kaleigh is excited to be a part of her first production with J-DAPA! She has been a part of multiple theatre productions, but some of her past favorite shows include Sweeney Todd (Company Member), The Prom (Ensemble), and Sister Act (Sr. Mary Martin-of-Tours). Outside of theatre, Kaleigh enjoys crocheting and reading. "Thank you to the cast and crew for making this a great experience!"
Matt Eisemann
Matt first proposed the idea of "Puffs" for J-DAPA's 2023-2024 season, and is overjoyed to see it realized almost two years later! He is an experienced performer, stage manager, and lighting designer, but Puffs marks his directorial debut! Selected credits: "School of Rock," "Disney's Descendants" (lighting design) and "Sweeney," "The Prom," "Spelling Bee" (performer). "Sending a huge Puff hug to the entire cast, crew, and the best co-director I ever could have asked for! I am so proud of you all!"
Serena Roy
Serena is thrilled to be directing Puffs alongside her Co-Director Matt! Serena has been in many previous J-DAPA productions, both on and off the stage. Her most recent roles include Rona Lisa Peretti in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Miss Dee/Kay in Radiant Vermin, and Rosalie in School of Rock. Serena has also been the Stage Manager for several J-DAPA shows, and is one of our acting teachers!
Kirk Longhofer
Kirk Longhofer is a Wichita, Kansas based theatrical sound designer, editor, producer, and live sound engineer who has been playing with sounds and sound systems since age 12. His theatrical sound designs are heard in educational, community, and professional theaters around the world virtually weekly. Recent theatrical work includes designs for Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time (The White Theatre at the J), and Witness for the Prosecution (Wichita Repertory Theatre). www.technopraxis.org
Ashley DiLorenzo
Serena Roy & Donna Tellier
Aubrey Guglielmo
Mat Ancone & Paul Duhamel
Ava Ancone & Ella Trementozzi
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