Janine Nina Trevens co-founded TADA! with Linda Reiff in 1984. Nina has served as Artistic Director for all of the works produced by TADA!, many of which she commissioned specifically for the company. For TADA!, she wrote The Perfect Monster, The History Mystery, The Little House of Cookies, Sweet Sixteen, and Odd Day Rain. She is currently working on […]
Julia O’Brien is an arts administrator with a background in producing, directing, acting, and education. Past Off-Broadway credits include the world premiere of Babette’s Feast (producer), The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (director/producer), The Snowy Day and Other Stories by Ezra Jack Keats (director/producer). As a general manager with Jessimeg Productions, she worked on […]
Rebecca is delighted to return to TADA! as the Interim Director of Education. With a lifelong passion for the arts, she brings extensive experience as a program director, teaching artist, actor, director, and playwright, spanning both nonprofit and financial services sectors. Skilled in arts administration, education, curriculum development, and theatrical production, Rebecca’s expertise enhances every […]
Javier Cardenas is a NYC native, where he began his training with the Resident Youth Ensemble of TADA! (RYET) program, where he cultivated his love for the arts. He received pre-professional training from Joanna & Ryan Greer, Jim Colleran, and Janine Nina Trevens. Some of his credits at TADA! include Adventures of Ezra Jack Keats: […]
Ashley Knowles (they/she/he) holds a BA in Theater, Minor in Arts Administration from the University of Montevallo. Their love of working with youth began with the Girl Scouts where they previously worked as Head Counselor, Programs Facilitator, and Counselor Trainer for numerous Girl Scout Camps in Alabama. Prior theatrical experience includes Sub Stage Manager for […]
Ceanna Bryant, was a member of the Resident Youth Ensemble of TADA! for ten years, appearing in numerous productions and special events. She has served as Assistant Choreographer and Dance Captain on various productions, as well as a Teaching Assistant for TADA! Education camps and dance classes at Steps on Broadway. She has designed costumes […]