Reel to Reel
with the By John Kolvenbach
Adapted by Music, Lyrics, and Book by
Book and Lyrics by
Music and Lyrics by
Music by
Lyrics by Book by Opening: July 18, 2025
Closing: August 23, 2025
Creative Team
Playwright: John Kolvenbach
Adapter:
Music, Lyrics, and Book:
Book and Lyrics:
Composer and Lyricist:
Composer:
Lyricist:
Book:
Producer: Brett Aune, Guillermo Cienfuegos, Michelle Hanzelova-Bierbauer and Steven Luff
Orchestra:
Conductor:
Director: Matthew McCray
Music Director: Choreographer: Production Manager: Rachel Ann Manheimer
Technical Director: Grant Gerrard
Stage Manager: Rich Wong
Cast: Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
Fight Direction: Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
By John Kolvenbach
Adapted by Music, Lyrics, and Book by
Book and Lyrics by
Music and Lyrics by
Music by
Lyrics by Book by Opening: July 18, 2025
Closing: August 23, 2025
Creative Team
Playwright: John Kolvenbach
Adapter:
Music, Lyrics, and Book:
Book and Lyrics:
Composer and Lyricist:
Composer:
Lyricist:
Book:
Producer: Brett Aune, Guillermo Cienfuegos, Michelle Hanzelova-Bierbauer and Steven Luff
Orchestra:
Conductor:
Director: Matthew McCray
Music Director: Choreographer: Production Manager: Rachel Ann Manheimer
Technical Director: Grant Gerrard
Stage Manager: Rich Wong
Cast: Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
Fight Direction: Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Music, Lyrics, and Book by
Book and Lyrics by
Music and Lyrics by
Music by
Lyrics by Book by Opening: July 18, 2025
Closing: August 23, 2025
Creative Team
Playwright: John Kolvenbach
Adapter:
Music, Lyrics, and Book:
Book and Lyrics:
Composer and Lyricist:
Composer:
Lyricist:
Book:
Producer: Brett Aune, Guillermo Cienfuegos, Michelle Hanzelova-Bierbauer and Steven Luff
Orchestra:
Conductor:
Director: Matthew McCray
Music Director: Choreographer: Production Manager: Rachel Ann Manheimer
Technical Director: Grant Gerrard
Stage Manager: Rich Wong
Cast: Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
Fight Direction: Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Book by Opening: July 18, 2025
Closing: August 23, 2025
Creative Team
Playwright: John Kolvenbach
Adapter:
Music, Lyrics, and Book:
Book and Lyrics:
Composer and Lyricist:
Composer:
Lyricist:
Book:
Producer: Brett Aune, Guillermo Cienfuegos, Michelle Hanzelova-Bierbauer and Steven Luff
Orchestra:
Conductor:
Director: Matthew McCray
Music Director: Choreographer: Production Manager: Rachel Ann Manheimer
Technical Director: Grant Gerrard
Stage Manager: Rich Wong
Cast: Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
Fight Direction: Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Opening: July 18, 2025
Closing: August 23, 2025
Creative Team
Playwright: John Kolvenbach
Adapter:
Music, Lyrics, and Book:
Book and Lyrics:
Composer and Lyricist:
Composer:
Lyricist:
Book:
Producer: Brett Aune, Guillermo Cienfuegos, Michelle Hanzelova-Bierbauer and Steven Luff
Orchestra:
Conductor:
Director: Matthew McCray
Music Director: Choreographer: Production Manager: Rachel Ann Manheimer
Technical Director: Grant Gerrard
Stage Manager: Rich Wong
Cast: Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
Fight Direction: Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Choreographer: Production Manager: Rachel Ann Manheimer
Technical Director: Grant Gerrard
Stage Manager: Rich Wong
Cast: Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
Fight Direction: Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Production Manager: Rachel Ann Manheimer
Technical Director: Grant Gerrard
Stage Manager: Rich Wong
Cast: Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
Fight Direction: Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Scenic: Evan Bartolleti
Lighting: Azra King-Abadi
Sound: Jeff Gardner
Costumes: Vicki Conrad
Projections: Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
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Wig Designer: Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Make-Up Designer: Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Dramaturg: Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Dialect Coach: Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Props: Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Matthew McCrayDirector | Producer | Performer | Playwright
Director
Producer
Performer
Playwright
Go to Top
Casting Director: Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Casting Associate: Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Assistant Music Director: Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Assistant Scenic Designer:
Awards and Nominations
TickerHoldersLA:
Best Direction of a Play - Matthew McCray
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Play Production - HorseChart Theatre & Rogue Machine Theatre
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Ensemble - Brett Aune, Sami Klein, Alley Mills, Jim Ortlieb
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Foley Design - Jeff Gardner
TicketHoldersLA:
Best Set Design - Evan Bartoletti (Runner Up)
TicketHodlersLA:
Best Sound Design - Jeff Gardner (Runner Up)
:
:
Charles McNulty | Los Angeles Times
…I have nothing but praise for director Matthew McCray, his design team and the production’s superlative cast…
Anthony Byrnes | KCRW
McCray distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.
Steven Stanley | Scenie Awards
Matthew McCray, Director of the Year (“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” and “Rent” at Chance Theater)
Bio
Matthew McCray has directed productions, workshops, and concerts at premiere Los Angeles institutions such as Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Philharmonic, South Coast Repertory, Deaf West Theatre, among others. His projects have been headlined by nationally celebrated performers Vanessa Williams and Bob Weir, and cherished local Los Angeles artists. Matthew has received grants from EST/Sloan Science and Technology, Foundation for Contemporary Arts, CCI/Durfee ARC, and was a finalist for the Sherwood Award. He has produced 20 seasons of theatre in Los Angeles as the Founding Artistic Director of the award-winning Son of Semele Ensemble, a non-profit theatre company funded through local, regional, state, and national sources. KCRW has said, “[McCray] distinguishes himself as one of the most plugged-in theatre makers in LA.”
Notable directing credits include Our Class (SAGE Award, LA Drama Critics Circle Award, Ovation Award nomination, LA Weekly nomination), Next to Normal (OCTG Award nomination, Scenie Award), The City (LA Weekly nomination), The Other Place (listed as top OC production of 2019). Additional credits include directing at Theatre @ Boston Court, Lewis Family Playhouse, Muse/ique, REDCAT, Chance Theater, Circle X, Son of Semele, and Rogue Machine.
Matthew has also performed on the stages of REDCAT, Disney, REPRISE!, Overtone Industries, Theatre @ Boston Court, Musical Theatre West, Shakespeare Orange County, Son of Semele, as well as on the TV shows Parenthood, New Girl, Will & Grace, Boston Legal, The Cure (pilot), and the feature film The Commission (starring Martin Sheen, Edward Asner and Martin Landau).
He teaches acting and directing, and writes new works regularly for the Symphonies for Youth program at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His original works have been produced or workshopped by Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, London Theatre Workshop, and Son of Semele. As a former Ovation Voter for LA Stage Alliance and a former President of Theatre Producers of Southern California, Matthew has contributed valuable service to support the larger thriving Los Angeles theatre community. Matthew holds a BFA from Chapman University and is a member of SDC, AEA, and SAG/AFTRA. Insta- @mccray.matthew | www.matthewmccray.com
Most recent press…
- ReviewsCharles McNultyLos Angeles Times
- ReviewsPatrick ChavisLA Theatre Bites
A broad range of experiences
“For over 20 years I ran a nonprofit theatre and venue in Los Angeles. During those decades I learned many skills in production, communication, management, and more. They have become an invaluable part of how I create, develop, and realize new and existing work.”
Director | Producer | Performer | Playwright
