Music, Lyrics and Book by

A composer, educator, and music director based in St. Louis, Dr. Woodmore is best known for his Off-Broadway hit "Antigone in Ferguson", which blended Greek tragedy with gospel to spark national conversations on justice. He also created "The Drum Major Instinct", a musical adaptation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s final sermon. With "Team M", Woodmore continues his mission of using music and theater to catalyze healing and social change.
Orchestrator and Co-Arranger

A rising star in the world of musical theater and orchestration. A member of the Carnegie Mellon University Class of 2027, Noah is currently pursuing his BFA in Musical Theatre while also cultivating his gifts as a composer, arranger, and musician. "Team M" marks his first major project as orchestrator—delivering a dynamic and emotionally rich score full of color, texture, and heart.
Creative Consultant

A Broadway veteran and master educator, Michael Beatty brings decades of theatrical expertise to "Team M". His experience as a performer, director, and mentor supports the artistic and emotional integrity of this work.
Dramaturg

A respected theater artist and arts administrator, Shawna has over two decades of experience in youth arts education, devising, and dramaturgy. Her work emphasizes socially engaged theater and inclusive creative spaces. As dramaturg, she ensures the storytelling in "Team M" remains grounded and resonant—particularly around mental health and identity.
Graphic Designer

A multidisciplinary visual artist known for bold, evocative imagery that blends storytelling with striking design. For "Team M", Hartman's visuals capture the emotional core of the show—reflecting themes of mental health, identity, and transformation with authenticity.
Marketing & Advertising

Randal Herndon is a dynamic creative professional and digital strategist from St. Louis, Missouri, now based in Phoenix, Arizona. As Website Manager at the Arizona Science Center, he elevates digital engagement through innovation and storytelling. He's also a celebrated DJ and music producer under the name Twinny Twin.
Director

Jacqueline Thompson is a St. Louis–based actor, director, educator, and the Artistic Director of Metro Theater Company, where she leads youth-focused, inclusive theatrical programming and community engagement. A seasoned theater professional and associate professor at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, she has directed and performed with many local companies and is recognized for her leadership in the arts and commitment to expanding opportunities for diverse voices in theater.
Choreographer

Alisa Cooper is a St. Louis–based choreographer and Program Manager for COCA’s summer arts camps, where she brings years of experience as a teaching artist and alum of the organization to her work with young performers and creatives. She started dancing at COCA as a child and continues to participate in local productions, most recently choreographing a production of Hairspray for a St. Louis theater company, showcasing her artistic leadership in the regional performing arts community.
Music Supervisor/Pit Conductor

Al Anderson is a St. Louis-born singer, songwriter, composer, producer, and music director known for his dynamic work in performance and theater. He has served as music director and instrumentalist for numerous regional theatrical productions, contributed to community arts events, and leads artist development initiatives while also releasing his own music and serving as a music consultant and educator.
Additional designers and production team to be announced in February 2025.