Those that I have mentored, have continued on to amazing things.

  • Christine Arbor

    Christine Arbor is an arts educator, choreographer, and director with over a decade of experience in the Tucson arts scene. Most recently, they co-choreographed Newsies with Christian Youth Theater (CYT). Christine works regularly with Groovin’ Kids, Floor Polish Dance + Fitness, and CYT, and has previously worked with Arizona Theatre Company.

    COLLABORATIONS

    Assistant Intimacy Director:

    • Faustus: That Damned Woman | Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre

    • Bronte | Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre

    please email mattdenney.nv@gmail.com for contact information

  • Dio Raquel Jr.

    A Honolulu Native that traveled to the desert of spectacle, and discovered a flower with blue petals and a yellow core. Dio Raquel Jr started a career in theatre at the bright age of 12 years and continue to pursue the art ever since. Attended Del Sol Academy of the Performing Arts, obtaining his Theatre Performance Certificate highlighting his training in Acting, Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Dance, and Directing. He is currently attending Nebraska Wesleyan University finishing his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Studies, emphasizing Directing, Musical Theatre, and Light Design. He had directed Swagger and Cock, highlighting societal issues of mental health and the challenges of gender and sexuality. He is extremely excited to start his journey with Matt and create safe and effective environments for developing theatre artists.

    COLLABORATIONS:

    • Intimacy Professional Internship | Nebrasa Wesleyan University

    please email mattdenney.nv@gmail.com for contact information

  • Justine Banal

    Justine Elise Banal is a queer Filipino performing artist and activist from Orange County, CA and currently residing in San Diego. After working in higher education for 3 years, Justine decided to change careers and focus on her artistic passions. A dancer, actor, and storyteller with a heart for her community, Justine received their acting training from Bindlestiff Studio and is a certified Intimacy Captain through Intimacy Coordinators of Color. Her recent performing credits include “Evil Dead: The Musical” with Tenth Avenue Arts (Ensemble), “The Wiz” with Teatro San Diego (Yellow Brick Road/Ensemble), LEGOLAND California Resort, Anime Expo and Insomniac Entertainment. Justine also performs as a drag king, Sam Paguita, and uses their drag to explore their gender identity and be an example of radical Filipino queer joy. She hopes to leverage her passions for the arts and social justice in a career in arts education and administration. You can follow their journey on Instagram @dorkmagiciangirl @mxsampaguita

    please email mattdenney.nv@gmail.com for contact information

  • Reanna Rohrer

    Reanna Rohrer is a Theater Practitioner specializing in Trauma-informed Education, Devising for Performance, and the Performing Arts. She holds a B.F.A. in Theatre Studies from Nebraska Wesleyan University, with a focus on Musical Theatre, Playwriting, and Theatre Leadership. Reanna began her professional career as the Director of Education at BLIXT Arts Lab in Lincoln, NE, where she taught over 500 students ranging from Pre-K to Older Adults, as well as trained 15 teaching artists. Reanna has performed professionally across the Midwest for the past 3 years, with notable roles including Martha in Spring Awakening and Jo March in Little Women. In August 2024, she will embark on a new journey as a Resident Teaching Artist with Artist Year in Denver, Colorado.

    COLLABORATIONS

    • Consent-Based Performance Intern (ongoing)

    please email mattdenney.nv@gmail.com for contact information