ZACH Theatre – An Austin Theatre Blog

All photos by Kirk R. Tuck.

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Christmas games at the ultimate ROCKIN’ CHRISTMAS PARTY? Naturally, ZACH has ‘em and they’re the most fun in town … Santa’s got 2 free tickets to see THE FLAMING IDIOTS for contest winners!

Almost there, just by a nose ...

Clearly, she's done this before.

ROCKIN’ CHRISTMAS PARTY actresses Felicia Dinwiddie and Tiffany Mann stopped by ZACH today to talk with staff about their experience with the totally revamped ROCKIN’ production.

Felicia, part the original cast returning to ZACH after corporate haitus, is glad to be back with the “same energy and same talent” as before — but is having a completely different experience: “We’re doing it on the Kleberg!” She’s excited about that. And excited, too, to be dancing on a whole new stage designed by set and costume designer Michael Raiford.

Tiffany, returning to ZACH from her performance in Caroline, or Change, lent staff members a whole new perspective on our Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley. All those moves you see on stage? Uh huh, a lot of them are his. Tiffany and Felicia are also taking notes from Judy Arnold, who commands the house with every performance. What a wonderful time of the year!

Evidence: Dave Steakley dancing in ROCKIN' CHRISTMAS PARTY rehearsal Photo: Kirk R. Tuck

Michael Raiford's ROCKIN' new set design: The background is a multimedia screen that rolls vintage video clips and fantastic holiday visuals. There's even a full-on snowstorm during the show! Photo: Kirk R. Tuck

Judy Arnold showing her moves. At first, it's hard to believe a 4'11" woman can command such a mammoth crowd -- and then you see her do it. Photo: Kirk R. Tuck