| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |||
11 | 12 | 13 | ||||
18 | 19 | 20 | ||||
24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
31 |
Upcoming Show
Our next production is The Outsider. Tickets are on sale now at the link below! Thank you everyone who joined us for Terra Nova.
-
The Outsider
2026
Sunday Matinee
Aug 2 @ 2:00pmSunday Matinee
Aug 9 @ 2:00pmSunday Matinee
Aug 16 @ 2:00pmSunday Matinee
Aug 23 @ 2:00pmRegular Show Time 7:30 PMPerformances:
Jul. 30-1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22
Shows start at 7:30 PMMatinee:
Sunday, August 2nd @ 2:00pm, Sunday, August 9th @ 2:00pm, Sunday, August 16th @ 2:00pm, and Sunday, August 23rd @ 2:00pm
The Story:
In the chaotic wake of a political scandal, a timid, brilliant number-cruncher named Ned Newley finds himself accidentally elevated to the governor’s office—a man wholly unprepared to be seen, let alone lead. As cynical consultants scramble to spin his awkward honesty into electable charm, the machinery of modern politics whirs to life, transforming sincerity into strategy and decency into spectacle. The Outsider skewers the absurd theater of American democracy with razor-sharp wit, revealing how, in a world built on optics and spin, the rarest quality in a politician may just be genuine integrity.
Russel Sweet
as Ned Newley
About Ned Newley:
The new Governor. A person of impressive ability, but a complete lack of confidence.
About Russel Sweet:
Russel is making his acting debut at Theatre West. His acting credits include Our Town, Fiddler on the Roof, Oliver!,Once Upon a Mattress, I Do! I Do!, and Twelfth Night, among others.
A passionate supporter of the arts, Russel volunteers regularly at the Newport Performing Arts Center and Theatre West in Lincoln City.
Mike Vono
as Dave Riley
About Dave Riley:
Chief of Staff to the new Governor.
About Mike Vono:
Mike Vono has been a graphic designer for 17 years. In his free time he enjoys playing Pikmin, watching Star Trek, and other various nerd things. This is his very first play, which he was begged to be in by his eldest child, Chris Vono. (bio written by Chris)
Wil Keepers
as Dave Riley Alternate
About Dave Riley Alternate:
Chief of Staff to the new Governor.
This role is split between two actors.
About Wil Keepers:
This will be Wil’s first appearance at Theatre West. Wil began acting at 12 years old, and has performed periodically every since. His favorite roles were playing Buck Badum in Zorro, playing an extra in Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol, providing the guitar music for a minuet at Fezziwig’s Christmas Party and playing The Big Bad Wolf in Shrek the Musical.
Wil has been a teacher for 25 years and will continue teaching, starting at Waldport Jr/Sr High School in the fall of 2026. He relocated to Lincoln City in June, where his three adult daughters (including the Theater’s own Taylor Parker) live and work. He enjoys time with family, teaching and coaching teenagers, writing, and travelling.
Taylor Parker
as Paige Caldwell
About Paige Caldwell:
A professional pollster.
About Taylor Parker:
Taylor is excited to be making her premier performance at Theatre West. Her youthful experience comes from the Redding Christian School theater playing Arrieta in Little Mermaid, Mrs. Roosevelt in Annie, Mrs. Squires in Music Man, and at the Lincoln City Playhouse Meg in Little Women, Penelope in
Odyssey, and the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland.Taylor is a teacher’s aide at Samaritan Early Learning Center. She has been a dancer for 12 years.
Jan Colocccia
as Louise Peakes
About Louise Peakes:
A temporary employee hired as the Governor’s executive assistant.
About Jan Colocccia:
Jan has extensive experience in community theatre, writing, acting, and directing. She has operated a repertory theatre group, and served in a non-profit children’s theatre company. This is her fifth full-length production at Theatre West; she was seen in last season’s Angel Street, and Arsenic and Old Lace.
Michael Murphy
as Arthur Vance
About Arthur Vance:
One of the most experienced and successful political consultants in the country.
About Michael Murphy:
Michael has been in Lincoln City for fouryears. His last performance at Theatre West was in Moon over Buffalo and prior to that, Outside Mullingar. He is looking forward to being back on the stage and making people smile and enjoy the theater. When he is not acting, he enjoys playing in local pool tournaments.
Teresa Mahaffy-Johnson
as Rachel Parsons
About Rachel Parsons:
A TV reporter.
About Teresa Mahaffy-Johnson:
Teresa is new to the theatre as of last year, this is her third performance with Theatre West as well as participating in the B.O.A.T.S production at the Newport Performing Arts Center. She is truly appreciating the newfound creative outlet. Teresa enjoys beach time with her dog, Penny; the wonderful variety of trivia and live music in the area; and making friends along the Oregon coast.
Chris Vono
as A.C. Peterson
About A.C. Peterson:
A TV camera operator.
About Chris Vono:
Chris Vono (They/Them) is an aspiring young actor, entrepreneur, and artist. Having started their passion for acting at Theatre West in late 2024, this is now their fourth play in total, and their third play here. When Chris isn’t acting, they’re busy playing the drums and creating music, sketching, and playing with their puppy. Chris is graduating high school this year, and will be moving on to college to study Aquarium Science, and Marine Biology. Don’t worry though; they’ll still have plenty of time to keep acting!
Andrew Schmitz
Director
About Andrew Schmitz:
Andrew Has been involved in Theatre West for ten years and has done a bit of everything. This is his Directorial Debut, and he couldn’t be happier to be directing this particular play with this cast and crew who are working so hard. His recent acting credits include Dial M for Murder, Angel Street, and Arsenic and Old Lace, in which he played a writer, a cop, and a writing cop respectively. He enjoys many other arts, and recently has been cutting opals to then make into silver jewelry.
Bonnie Ross
Assistant Director
About Bonnie Ross:
After many years of performing and directing in Theatre West productions, Bonnie is happy to relax into her new role as assistant director. Mentoring new directors is a privilege, and Andrew is proving to be a thoughtful and organized leader who is ready for much success in the future. I’m so pleased to be a part of this production and observing the growth and courage of all these participants.