Staff

Richard Jay Simon

Artistic Director

"It is a tremendous honor to welcome each of you to the Mosaic Theatre. What a thrill to return to where I was raised and more importantly, discovered my passion for the arts. So, it’s time to give back and begin a new journey where we will tell stories that reflect our human spirit. And in this telling, we will laugh, cry, rejoice and reflect on the richness of our shared experience. I invite you to join me on this journey for what will prove to be seasons of spectacular theatrical events. What makes Mosaic Theatre special? I can discuss many different philosophies and theories but ultimately it comes down to the work. So come and see for yourself and we'll see you at the theatre!"

- Richard Jay Simon

Richard Jay Simon (Executive/Artistic Director) is excited to be returning home to South Florida. Directing credits include; Talk Radio, Guest Artist, Thom Pain (Based on nothing) Glengarry Glen Ross, Rabbit Hole, Red Light Winter, The Elephant Man, Match, Oleanna, Amadeus, Art, BecauseHeCan, The Pull of Negative Gravity, Proof, Topdog/Underdog, True West, A New Brain, the Musical, A Shayna Maidel, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged, Cobb, Someone Who'll Watch Over Me, A Few Good Men, Blood Wedding, An Ideal Husband, Morphine Music Love, Blood Moon, Italian American Reconciliation, The Good Doctor, Down the Road, Fool for Love, Adaptation, Kiss Me Kate, Music Man, King and I, Fiddler on the Roof, Aladdin, Fatherland, and Actor's Nightmare. He has worked at Court Theatre, Chicago Dramatists, and Bailiwick Repertory in Chicago; Atlantic Theatre Company, Kitchen Theatre, Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Hangar Theatre, and Clark Theatre in New York. He received his degree in theater from Ithaca College and has also studied at Boston University, Hangar Theatre Lab Company, and Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. He has also written Scared Silent, Divine Intervention, Third Degree Burning, Razor's Edge, and Dark Truth.

Naomi Zapata (Production Stage Manager) is thrilled to be a part of Mosaic Theatre for her second season during this 7^th anniversary season. A long-time South Florida resident, Naomi has worked locally with organizations such as Acme Acting Company, Florida Shakespeare Theatre, Florida Grand Opera, and Coconut Grove Playhouse. New York associations include Brooklyn Academy of Music, La MaMa E.T.C., and Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival. Naomi holds a B.F.A. in Stage Management from North Carolina School of the Arts.

Ruth Resnikoff (Tuesdays at Mosaic Play Reading Series Coordinator) Ruth is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and has decades of experience in the theater. This is Ruth's second season at Mosaic.

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American Heritage Center for the Arts, 12200 West Broward Boulevard, Building 3000
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Richard Jay Simon Artistic Director	"It is a tremendous honor to welcome each of you to the Mosaic Theatre. What a thrill to return to where I was raised and more importantly, discovered my passion for the arts. So, it’s time to give back and begin a new journey where we will tell stories that reflect our human spirit. And in this telling, we will laugh, cry, rejoice and reflect on the richness of our shared experience. I invite you to join me on this journey for what will prove to be seasons of spectacular theatrical events. What makes Mosaic Theatre special? I can discuss many different philosophies and theories but ultimately it comes down to the work. So come and see for yourself and we'll see you at the theatre!" - Richard Jay Simon	Richard Jay Simon (Executive/Artistic Director) is excited to be returning home to South Florida. Directing credits include; Talk Radio, Guest Artist, Thom Pain (Based on nothing) Glengarry Glen Ross, Rabbit Hole, Red Light Winter, The Elephant Man, Match, Oleanna, Amadeus, Art, BecauseHeCan, The Pull of Negative Gravity, Proof, Topdog/Underdog, True West, A New Brain, the Musical, A Shayna Maidel, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged, Cobb, Someone Who'll Watch Over Me, A Few Good Men, Blood Wedding, An Ideal Husband, Morphine Music Love, Blood Moon, Italian American Reconciliation, The Good Doctor, Down the Road, Fool for Love, Adaptation, Kiss Me Kate, Music Man, King and I, Fiddler on the Roof, Aladdin, Fatherland, and Actor's Nightmare. He has worked at Court Theatre, Chicago Dramatists, and Bailiwick Repertory in Chicago; Atlantic Theatre Company, Kitchen Theatre, Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Hangar Theatre, and Clark Theatre in New York. He received his degree in theater from Ithaca College and has also studied at Boston University, Hangar Theatre Lab Company, and Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. He has also written Scared Silent, Divine Intervention, Third Degree Burning, Razor's Edge, and Dark Truth. Naomi Zapata (Production Stage Manager) is thrilled to be a part of Mosaic Theatre for her second season during this 7^th anniversary season. A long-time South Florida resident, Naomi has worked locally with organizations such as Acme Acting Company, Florida Shakespeare Theatre, Florida Grand Opera, and Coconut Grove Playhouse. New York associations include Brooklyn Academy of Music, La MaMa E.T.C., and Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival. Naomi holds a B.F.A. in Stage Management from North Carolina School of the Arts. Ruth Resnikoff (Tuesdays at Mosaic Play Reading Series Coordinator) Ruth is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and has decades of experience in the theater. This is Ruth's second season at Mosaic.


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