MEET THE Team
THE PRODUCERS
CURTIS & JENNY STAUFFERIn 2009, Jenny conceived the idea of a Musical Theatre class to provide a unique opportunity to homeschooled students. A former high school thespian himself, Curtis liked the idea and has provided moral and technical support ever since. Curtis is retired from the Air Force Reserve and is a Southwest Airlines pilot, and Jenny is a retired homeschooling mother of six. They have been married since 1990 and have ten grandchildren.
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THE DIRECTORs
2023-2024 School Year
JENSEN ARD
HS/JR Director
24 HR Director Jensen was the original Director for the SHEEP Musical Theatre Program when the Junior Class began back in 2010 with Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. She graduated from Anderson University in 2016 with her Bachelor of Arts in Directing. After graduating she brought her talents back to SHEEP Musical Theatre. She also spearheaded the launch of our first ever Charity Event - The 24HR Musical - in 2017. Jensen and her husband Jacob were married in August of 2022.
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SARAH DANIEL
IM Director
Christmas Director Sarah has been a homeschool mom for ten years with sons in the SHEEP Musical Theatre Program since The Little Mermaid Jr. (2015). She is a graduate of the College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and a concentration in Performance. Sarah has long been an active member of the Lowcountry theatre community. She has appeared in numerous productions (occasionally with her sons!) and has directed with Flowertown Theatre. Sarah and her husband John have been married since 1999. She is excited to be joining the team and launching the Intermediate class in fall of 2022.
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OLIVIA GAINEY
EM Director/IM Asst Director Olivia is a Summerville native and involves the arts in every aspect of her life. She has performed and choreographed in many musicals, plays, and showcases around Charleston and has grown to love kids entertainment and education. Some of her favorite roles include Betty in The Crucible, Jim in Treasure Island, Tobias Ragg in Sweeney Todd, Annie in Annie, Anne Frank in Diary of Anne Frank, and Judy in A Chorus Line. Her choreography credits include Annie, A Chorus Line, Newsies, and Evita. She won the award for "Best Actress in 2020" for Diary of Anne Frank. When she isn't performing, she is a Dance Instructor at Arthur Murray Dance Studios in Summerville and also works as a party princess through a kids entertainment company.
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MATT & CRYSTAL
MCCALL IM Music Directors
Christmas Directors JR Asst Director Matt and Crystal met in high school chorus and have shared a love of music ever since. Matt holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, two Master's degrees in music and worship leadership, and is now pursuing his Ed.D. in Leadership. Crystal is a SHEEP instructor, works as a licensed professional counselor in Ladson, and has provided piano accompaniment for local choir and theatre programs. The McCalls have have enjoyed leading in ministry together since they married in 2003 and Marr currently serves in worship ministry at Fellowship of Oakbrook. Their children joined SHEEP Musical Theatre for The Wizard of Oz Jr. (2018).
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MICHAELA MAENCHE
EM Asst Director
EM Asst Director
Michaela has been around the theatre world since she was six years old; however, she did not start performing until 2017. Since that time, she has participated in over 13 shows. Some of her favorite roles include Patchy the Pirate in The SpongeBob Musical, Dragon in Shrek Jr, Older Amy in Little Women the Musical, Countess Lily in Anastasia, and Bert in Mary Poppins. Michaela has also stage managed, but Seussical Kids will be her first time directing.
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THE VOLUNTEERS
We have ALWAYS largely owed our program's success to the wonderful volunteers who give of their time and talents each year. They include high school students who assist with the Junior Classes; parents who spend hours searching thrift stores for costumes or building wonderful set pieces; friends who play in our "orchestra"; parents and siblings who run the Box Office; videographers and photographers... and so many more! We are always thankful for your help and the impact you have on our students' experiences!
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