Something Rotten!
Lyric Stage Boston
May-June 2026
Written by John O'Farrell & Karey Kirkpatrick
Music and Lyrics by Karey & Wayne Kirkpatrick
Directed by Ilana Ransom Toeplitz
Music Director - Katya Stanislavskaya
Choreographer - Christopher Shin
Stage Manager - Polly Feliciano
Asst. Stage Manager - Mina-Claire Paz-le-Draoulec
Scenic Design - Cameron McEachern
Costume Design - Chloe Moore
Lighting Design - Bretton Reis
Sound Design - Alex Berg
Props Artisan - Lauren Corcuera
Dramaturg - Bindi Kang
Photos by Nile Hawyer
Assistant Director Responsibilities:
Attended and took detailed notes during pre-production meetings
Expanded the director's actor tracking spreadsheet to account for French scenes
Created a mock rehearsal schedule before the stage manager was on contract
Took detailed notes regarding table work, staging, and character intentions
Supported the creation of a collaborative and productive rehearsal room
Aided actors with ensemble character development
Transcribed the director's notes for actors and designers during run-throughs
Provided positive notes for actors so the director could focus on corrections & changes
Distributed the directors' notes to actors and designers during tech and previews
Served as a support system for the director