Written by Alice Doherty

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Playwright | ALICE DOHERTY*
Julie Englander

Meemaw | JULIE ENGLANDER

Julie Englander is a graduate of the University of Iowa in Speech and Drama. She recently retired from a long-time career in public radio. She is now glad to be pursuing interests in acting and birdwatching.  

Colin Payan

Charles Lee | COLIN PAYAN

Colin Payan is a second-year at the university of Iowa, and he is striving to become a voice actor. He is studying as a double major in Creative Writing and Theatre. His credits at the University of Iowa include Smile Medicine, Letters from Cuba, and most recently The Bacchae. The experience he’s gained from working with his fellow actors and directors is something he’s extremely grateful for. 

Tessa Ramsden
Stage Directions | TESSA RAMSDEN*

*Undergraduate student. UI Theatre is dedicated to providing hands-on theatre experience for both undergraduate and graduate students.

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