ABOUT THIS PRODUCTION

In this groundbreaking production which debuted at Yale Repertory Theatre in 2019, Lumen Repertory Theatre continues to push the boundaries of bold, professional theatre in Northeast Florida. Cadillac Crew follows the lives of four women on the day of a civil rights protest in 1960s Virginia, offering a vivid portrayal of the often-overlooked contributions of Black women to the movement. Through sharp dialogue and dynamic storytelling, Tori Sampson’s work illuminates the intersection of race, gender, and activism, resonating deeply with contemporary audiences.

This regional premiere promises to be an unforgettable theatrical experience, challenging perceptions, sparking critical conversations, and celebrating the bold voices that have shaped history.

During the final days of a national election, this live performance material drips with relevance and something important to say. And it says it in both creative and bold ways.

DATES, TIMES & LOCATION

All performances will be held at the historic San Marco Church, located at 1620 Naldo Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207. The dates and times are as follows:

Thursday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m. (Press Preview Night)
Friday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m. (Opening Night)
Saturday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m.

CAST

Cetera Bunche
Felecia Ewing
Zonnetta Marie
Kate McManus

CO-DIRECTED BY

Katie Johnston &
Brian Niece*

STAGE MANAGER

Faith Rautter

DRAMATURG

Victoria Mapayi

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Katie Swider

SET & PROPS DESIGNER

Claire Cimino

LIGHTING DESIGNER

Mike Livingston

SOUND & VIDEO DESIGNER

Brian Niece*

COSTUME DESIGNER

Katie Swider

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Mike Livingston

* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States.

SEASON PARTNERS

SHOW SPONSORS

A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTORS

This is not a historical play; it is a piece of fiction. And yet it has awakened us to some very real history that is exceedingly relevant today.

Good art can do that.

We didn’t know about the Cadillac crews of the 1960s organized by Dorothy Height until we began to research and prepare for this play. Our actresses and creative crew were also unaware of this astounding and forward-thinking part of the civil rights movement. This is because not all of history is told, nor represented, nor contemplated in our public spaces.

As artists, we weren’t so much interested in teaching a history lesson, but in seeing how our art form could shed light on the persons, situations, and contexts of the material, and then provoke questions, reflection, and maybe even some unease.

Good art can do that, too.

Our approach has been to focus on the relationships of these powerhouse women: the friendship, the conflict, the points of agreement and contention. We have emphasized the actors’ physicality as a means to get to the inner lives of these characters. Enveloping all of this with the technical tools of sound, light, and projection, we hope to highlight unsung voices and narratives.

And maybe, just maybe, this bit of art can inspire us to not allow future voices to be erased.

We offer you this bold production to close out Lumen Rep’s 2024: BOLD Season. We think you will be moved.

—Katie Johnston and Brian Niece

WHO’S WHO | CADILLAC CREW

CETERA BUNCHE

RACHEL / ALICIA
Faith. Family. Fitness. Football. Food. Fashion.
These six words can thoroughly sum up, in part, who this hard-working, dedicated, driven, and passionate woman is and what she enjoys. Hailing from the small town of Wilmington, DE, Cetera J. has an extensive professional background in Sports Media, Broadcast Journalism, Health & Fitness, Marketing, and Radio & TV production. She is a family loving, servant driven, weight-lifting, fitness aficionado, who loves traveling, all things plant-based, and considers one of her greatest titles to be "Auntie".
FELECIA EWING

ABBY / OPAL
Felecia Ewing was born and raised in Jacksonville, Fl. She has appeared in many productions, the most recent being Beautiful: The Carole King Story at Players By The Sea. Though she mostly lands roles in musicals, she’s falling in love with the challenge of plays. When not on stage, she enjoys teaching and spending time with her family. She has 3 daughters, Amara, Allison, and Azuri. Felecia would like to thank family, friends, and YOU theater lovers for all of your support.
ZONNETTA MARIE

DEE / PATRISSE
Proud Boston born Zonnetta Marie has appeared in Elegies For Angels Punks, and Raging Queens (The 5 & Dime Theatre Co., 2013), Small Mouth Sounds (The 5 & Dime Theatre Co., 2019), The Sweet Delilah Swim Club (Theatre Jacksonville, 2022), The Royale (The 5 & Dime Theatre Co., 2022), Doubt (Theatre Jacksonville, 2023), and Trouble In Mind (Players By The Sea, 2024). She is filled with joy to join the Lumen Rep Theatre family, and it is a true honor to embody “Dee”. Civil and Women’s Right Activist Dorothy Height once said: “If the time is not ripe, we must ripen the time.”
Always for Zarrell.
KATE MCMANUS

SARAH / JOURNALIST
Kate couldn’t be happier to be back onstage with Lumen Rep. She was last seen as Grandma in The American Dream, and it took her months to stop talking in her Grandma voice. Stepping into the role of Sarah comes much more naturally, and getting to know her fabulous castmates and being directed by her friend Katie Johnston has been a joy. Kate would like to thank Brian and Faith for their support and send love to her family and Kip. Also, keep an eye out for a funny Kamala Harris PSA featuring Kate!

WHO’S WHO IN THE CREW

KATIE JOHNSTON

CO-DIRECTOR
Katie is an active member of the Jacksonville film and theatre community. She was seen most recently on stage in Lumen Rep’s productions of Slow Burn and Shakesbeer. Cadillac Crew marks her directorial debut. Katie would like to thank Brian for inviting her into this creative partnership, and her incredible cast for their hard work in bringing this story to life. Outside of rehearsals, Katie keeps busy by running her own life coaching business. You can follow her adventures both on and offstage @katiejohnstonwellness.
BRIAN NIECE*

CO-DIRECTOR
SOUND & VIDEO DESIGN
Brian is a multidisciplinary creative hailing from Nashville, TN where he served as the founding Artistic Director of People’s Branch Theatre and enjoyed the career of a fledgling artist.
In addition to being an actor, director, writer, designer, and producer in scores of professional theatre productions, Brian now serves as Artistic Director for Lumen Rep Theatre. He is also Professor of Humanities and Theatre at SJR State, and adjuncts in acting, philosophy, and theology at several other universities. He holds degrees in Theatre Arts & English Literature (BA), Theology (MA), and is a PhD Candidate in Humanities.
VICTORIA MAPAYI

DRAMATURG
Victoria is excited to make her dramaturg debut at Lumen Rep Theatre for Cadillac Crew. Previously, she appeared on stage at Spotlight Center, The Alhambra Theatre and Dining, and Players by the Sea. It has been an honor to be a part of bringing this powerful story to life alongside the incredible actresses who embody these roles with strength and authenticity, and the dedicated directors who have ensured these women are not forgotten.
FAITH RAUTTER

STAGE MANAGER
Faith is originally from El Paso but has called Jacksonville home for over 20 years. She started her theatre career back in high school and attended the first Theatre Magnet school in the El Paso area. Although she has acted, her love is behind the stage. This is her second season with Lumen in either a stage manager or crew role and thanks Lumen for this opportunity. She would like to thank her family for always giving her support. Especially her mom Martha, dad Robert, daughter Abigail and the big guy upstairs. Without God nothing in her life could be possible.
MIKE LIVINGSTON

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR & LIGHTING DESIGN
“Mikey” is Kristin's brother and happy to be helping out with this production. He is normally found running around at the Ponte Vedra concert hall where he's been for 12+ years rockin’ and rollin’ as the venue’s Production Coordinator.
Mikey graduated from JU in 2005 and began working professionally around town. He is also a proud member of IATSE LOCAL 115. He couldn't have done it without the love and support of his wife, Leanne. Love you, baby!
KATIE SWIDER

PRODUCTION MANAGER & COSTUME DESIGN
Katie is theatre artist originally from Chicago but has called Jacksonville home, artistically, for many years. She received her degree in Theatre from Florida State University. Katie has worked professionally as an actor, director, and roller skater all along the East coast and her writing has been featured at the Atlanta and Orlando fringe festivals.
Katie has performed or worked with almost every theatre in Jacksonville and is excited to be working with Lumen Rep for the second show.
CLAIRE CIMINO

SET DESIGN & PROPS
Claire feels fortunate to have been part of the design team for every Lumen Repertory Theatre production since its inception - most recently Slow Burn. Though she also loves to play with others - most recently - the ripple, the wave that carried me home (Prop & Scenic Designer - 5 & Dime ); Night Carrier (Prop professional – TV pilot); The Cake (Director - Players by the Sea); The Little Toy Shoppe (Prop Designer - Jason Woods Productions); Thurgood (Prop Designer - Theater Jacksonville). A special thank you to Bryce Cofield for stepping in to assist with set dressing.
ELLEN SHAW

ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER
AUSTIN WELLES

ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER
Actor, director, and singer, Austin Kelley is someone willing to follow his passion wherever it takes him. He’s been well established in the Northeast Florida Theatre Community for the past 8 years now. His background and education includes training in musical theater, acting, and directing from Florida School of the Arts along with a bachelors degree in English with a concentration in Theatre and a minor in Film from the University of North Florida. Austin is also a practitioner of Film and a Voice Over Artist specializing in narration and voice acting.n goes here
JOSH ANDREWS

PHOTOGRAPHY & GRAPHIC DESIGN
Josh is an ardent proponent of professional arts in this region. In 2022, he cofounded Lumen Rep with Brian and Kristin, and they’ve been making professional theatre ever since. Josh would like to specifically extend his gratitude to the Lumen Rep Team as well as the various donors, patrons, designers, fellow artists, board members, and volunteers that make Lumen Repertory Theatre a reality for Northeast Florida. Finally, Josh would like to thank his close friends, his family, and his Lydia for their unyielding love and support. Offstage, Josh is a pro photographer and would love to do your headshots in exchange for cash money — visit his website at jaxheadshots.co, and follow him on social media — @joshrews @jaxheadshots #PayThePros