Executive Producer Howard Pechet

Production Staff
SHANE ELLIS • Scenic Artist/Head of Props
After working in every department backstage, Shane is thrilled to be painting away at the sets.
He is currently taking Interior Design through a college in New York and plans on helping people
achieve design and decorate their homes. Thanks to Terry, Carol and Max and everyone at 312.
DESIREE WATKIN • Followspot Operator
Born and raised in Calgary, Desiree started with Stage West for the production of “The Seven-Year Itch”
in September 2001. She has worked not only as followspot operator, but also as Apprentice Stage
Manager on the original “British Invasion” as well as in the props and wardrobe departments on
numerous shows over the past 11 years. She is excited to be back for “Chicago”.
ASHLEY REES • Followspot Operator
Ashley is pleased to be back at Stage West working with another fantastic cast and crew! Stage West has been home to
Ashley for many years, this is her 17th show here. Past credits include “Macbeth” (The Shakespeare Company), “The Marvelous
Wonderettes” and “Sexy Laundry” (Replacement Stage Manager) “Motown Gold”, “Tuesday’s with Morrie”, “The Producers”,
“Midlife! The Crisis Musical”, “70’s Fever”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, “Sweet Charity”, “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline”, “Canadian
Explosion” (Stage West), “Offensive Fouls”, “Birdbrain” (Quest Theatre).
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