Justin Smith

Director/Producer

Justin Smith is the artistic director of City Stage and Carolina Theatre Group, LLC. He is excited to be directing this production after his previous performance as Frank-N-Furter in 2006. Some of his favorite directing credits include Marvin’s Room, Wait Until Dark, Full Monty, RENT and Debbie Does Dallas, the Musical. Justin graduated with a BFA in Theatre from St. Michael’s College in Vermont.

Chiaki Ito

Music Director/Producer

Chiaki Ito is a graduate of NC School of the Arts (high school), UNC-CH (BA), Univ. of Guam (M. Ed.) and Univ. of SC (JD).  She has music directed or been involved with approximately 70 shows in the past 11 years. Favorites include Hedwig, Bat Boy, Tommy and The Last 5 Years. She practices law in New Hanover County and enjoys training for triathlons and spending time with her dog, Elvis.

Kevin Green

Choreographer

Kevin Green is a graduate of NC School of the Arts (BFA in Dance, 2008). He is the artistic director and co-founder of Techmoja Dance and Theatre Company, LLC.  His directing credits include West Side Story, Dreamgirls, The Wiz, The House that Gordy Built and Jesus Christ Superstar.  He has also choreographed numerous shows, including, RENT, The Wild Party, The Great American Trailer Park, Annie and High School Musical.