About Us
A Professional Theatre with Community Values
Wine and Revelry Theatre is a new, innovative theatre based in southern California. We are passionate about engaging new audiences in classic stories through immersive experiences. We believe that immersive experiences is the future of theatre. Audiences today want to be IN the world of the play, not simply observe passively. It also provides opportunities for deep learning and personal exploration of the characters, themes, and viewpoints uniquely interesting to the individual audience member. We strive to create environments where people can experience the breadth of life and the human experience in a deeply personal and intimate way. It is our mission, to provede these opportunities to our audience and performers as they engage with each other in this new phase of theatrical practice.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Wine and Revelry Theatre is committed to cultivating an intentional community that values diversity and inclusion. We believe that a vibrant and inclusive theater community is built upon mutual respect, empathy, and the amplification of underrepresented voices. We strive to create a safe and welcoming space where individuals from all walks of life feel valued and empowered. Through collaboration and partnership with like-minded organizations, we recognize the collective power of diversity and social justice in driving positive change. Together, we aim to create impactful theater experiences that challenge assumptions, break down barriers, and celebrate the richness of human experiences.
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At Wine and Revelry Theatre, we celebrate the unique voices and contributions of our community. We embrace the opportunity to learn from one another, acknowledging that true growth and artistic excellence arise from the collaboration and exchange of diverse perspectives. With a shared commitment to respect, empathy, and inclusivity, we can build an intentional community that fosters diversity, embraces differences, and celebrates the strength that comes from authentic connection. Through our collabrotive efforts, we aspire to create transformative theater experiences that inspire dialogue, promote understanding, and drive positive social change.
Meet The Team
Cassidy Cagney
Artistic Director
Cassidy Cagney has been a theatre practioner since the ripe ol' age of six. She has sense become a professional actress with a BA in Theatre Arts and teacher with her Master's in Education. She is passionate about creating experiences for her team which they can pass on to an audience. "The actors create an experience for the audience," she says, "so it is my job to create an experience for the actors." She is the author of Booking Shakespeare: 3 Secrets to Nailing your Shakespeare Audition designed to help auditioners land their dream role with specific, straightforward strategies. She is thrilled to be a part of Wine and Revelry Theatre and will be directing A Midsummer Night's Dream: The Fairyland Experience in summer 2023.
Jesse Baxter
Associate Artistic Director
Jesse Baxter has nearly ten years of experience on the stage. As the Associate Artistic Director of Wine and Revelry Theatre, Jesse plays an instrumental role in shaping the company's artistic vision and bringing their productions to life. His talents as a director, actor, and playwright have been showcased in a variety of productions, including plays and musicals. Jesse's work is marked by a deep commitment to collaboration and community building, and he approaches each project with a sense of curiosity and a willingness to explore new ideas. Through his work at Wine and Revelry Theatre, Jesse continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of theatre, and his commitment to excellence, collaboration, and creativity make him a true asset to the company and to the wider theatre community.
Alexis Sosa
Stage Manager - A Midsummer Night's Dream: The Fairyland Experience
Alexis Sosa is a theatre practitioner from Southern California and has been involved in theatre since she was 5 years old. She grew up with the Metropolitan Educational Theatre Company and is now a student intern with them. She comes from a wealth of theatre experience and we are excited to add her to the team for Wine and Revelry Theatre's production of A Midsummer Night's Dream: The Fairyland Experience!
