Associate Artistic Director

Connor Buonaccorsi is a Rhode Island native and New York based actor, singer and dancer. Connor is best known for his work on the Broadway North American tours of Hairspray, Mean Girls, and Kinky Boots. Connor has performed at many regional theaters around the New England area like Theatre by the Sea, The Weathervane Theatre, Trinity Rep, The Palace Theatre, Ocean State Theatre Company, and New Bedford Festival Theatre in shows like: Kinky Boots, Heathers, Joseph, American Idiot, Beauty and the Beast and Swing. In 2023, Connor received his BFA in Musical Theater with a specialization in advanced musical theatre dance from The Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Connor has a passion for teaching and developing love for the arts and is thrilled to be back in Rhode Island teaching!

Music Supervisor

Jaron is an actor, composer, and vocal coach originally from Salt Lake City, Utah. After two years with the Broadway National Tour of The Book of Mormon, he returned to New York City, where he shifted his focus toward composing original musical works presented throughout the city and building a private vocal coaching studio for professional artists. As a singer and pianist, Jaron has toured internationally with You've Got a Friend in Concert. He is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association. His vocal studio clients include lead actors from Broadway shows including Chicago, CATS, The Outsiders, Ragtime, The Great Gatsby, Moulin Rouge!, SIX, and more.

Production Director

Amanda Downing Carney (she/her) has been a professional Costumer and Theatre Technician for 25 years. Her theatre journey began at the University of RI where she received a BFA in technical theatre with a concentration in costume design and was the sole fine arts recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence for her graduating class. She started her career as a Wardrobe Supervisor for National and International tours (FAME North America & Korea, Smokey Joe's Cafe, Will Roger's Follies, Go Diego Go). After meeting her husband (Mr. Joe) on tour, she came home to RI to start a family and her 20 year career at Trinity Repertory Company, beginning as a Costume Technician and working her way up to be the Costume Director and department head for 11 years. She also has had the privilege to design costumes for local high schools (notably SKHS's 2026 The Prom-earning a local Star Award), universities (URI, PC), and regional theatres (Trinity Rep, GAMM Theatre, CTC, White Heron Theater, Dorset Theater Festival). She's also most proud of her local queer youth advocacy work and has been on the board of the South County Pride Foundation since 2021 helping to organize the annual South County Pride Festival in downtown Wakefield (southcountypride.org). Being a lifelong South County resident she is finding pure joy working with the exceptionally talented youth and supportive community at Rhode to Broadway and is excited for all the new adventures ahead!

Technical Director

Steve Wilson is an accomplished technician and manager with extensive experience in the entertainment industry. As the owner of Show Ready Mobile LLC, he has established a reputation for delivering streamlined, high-quality technical solutions. Steve’s notable credits include serving as the The Head Carpenter and Production manager on the national tour of Broadway’s A Night With Janis Joplin and more recently with Hallmark Stars Live. He also held the role of Technical Director at Theatre by the Sea, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled leader in theatre production. With a BFA in Theatre from the University of Rhode Island, Steve combines a strong arts and design background with hands-on experience in fabrication, event planning, logistics, and management. His commitment to excellence and innovative approach make him a respected figure in the field.

Media and Marketing Director

Alex Celico is a graduate at Rhode Island College, with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a minor in Film Studies. As a vocalist and pianist, Alex has many years of private teaching experience and loves to tailor lessons to fit the students needs. In addition to teaching lessons, Alex is a music director and film director for Rhode to Broadway’s various programs!

Photographer

Kristen Beres is a versatile creative professional specializing in photography, graphic design, website management, and administrative support. As the owner of Kristen Beres Photography, she brings a keen eye for detail and a passion for photojournalistic-style theatre photography, as well as striking nature imagery. Kristen combines her artistic sensibility with strong organizational skills to support teams both visually and operationally.

Business Manager | Director

Patrick Cavanagh is a dedicated theatre artist and aspiring producer majoring in Film, Television, and Theatre, Political Science, and Spanish with a minor in Foundations of Business at the University of Notre Dame. He has received multiple Ocean State Star Awards for his work in theatre and is passionate about combining creativity with strategy to pursue a career in production and the entertainment industry.

Director | Choreographer

Ruby Costa is a rising junior at Rhode Island College, studying to receive a BA in Musical Theatre and a BA in Dance Performance. She is also a member of the RIC Dance Company. Ruby has been choreographing and directing alongside Chelsea Cook for the past three years and she is so happy to be working at Rhode to Broadway and sharing her passion for theatre with future generations. Some of her hobbies include sewing, creative makeup, skateboarding, and circus!

Director | Choreographer

Mia Daley is a performer and the current Miss Rhode Island. She is pursuing her BA in Musical Theatre at Salve Regina University. Recent credits include the ensemble in Escape to Margaritaville at New Bedford Festival Theatre, Louisa in The Sound of Music at Theatre By The Sea and the ensemble in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 at Salve Regina University. Mia is grateful for every opportunity to tell meaningful stories on stage and is excited to continue growing as both an artist and performer.

Director | Choreographer

Sara is from Wakefield, Rhode Island and is a graduate of Salve Regina University with a degree in Theatre Arts and Dance.

Musical Director

Christian Sullivan is a graduate from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA, with a B.S. in Music Education. A 2022 graduate of Chariho High School in Richmond, RI, Christian was actively involved in the Chariho Theatre Co. and was among the first students to complete the CharihoTech Performing Arts Pathway. As an alum, he returned as the Musical Director for Chariho's inaugural youth summer program, Stage Explorers, leading their production of Seussical, Jr! Christian has also collaborated with Rhode Island Youth Theatre as an intern and served as both composer and musical director for Hope Valley Elementary's production, The Magic Within. He is thrilled to be a part of the Rhode to Broadway team!