Micah Rahn has 20 years of lighting system and technical theatre experience. Micah brings a unique understanding of entertainment and architectural controls systems, theatrical power systems, integration, architectural coordination, and construction.

Significant projects with Stages include the newly opened Capital One Hall in Tysons, VA; Peace Center in Greenville, SC; Capitol Theatre in Flint, MI; Colonial Theatre in Keene, NH; high school performing arts centers in Camden, NJ; Hackensack, NJ; Kenton, OH; Middletown, DE; Newark, NJ; Perth Amboy, NJ; Etna, OH; McKinney, TX; and Trenton, NJ; and university performing arts centers at Compton Community College, MacEwan University, Rollins College, University of Central Florida, the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music, University of Dayton, Sinclair Community College, and the University of Miami.

Prior to joining Stages Consultants, Micah consulted with Fisher Dachs Associates. Notable projects included Maison Symphonique de Montréal; Claire Tow Theatre, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts; The Charleston Gaillard Center, Charleston, SC, FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, St. Catharines, ON; Granoff Center, Brown University; Marquee Las Vegas, Cosmopolitan Resort; Voxman Music Building, University of Iowa; Visual and Performing Arts Center, Western Connecticut State University.

Micah previously worked for a leading manufacturer of theatrical dimming and controls equipment. Notable clients included the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, ESPN, Carnegie Hall, The Newseum, Studio 54, The Weather Channel, and well as numerous designers and technicians on Broadway, Off-Broadway, television studios, and motion picture studios.

Micah received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Technology, with an emphasis in Art History, from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.

Adam T Huggard’s resume includes over 190 performing arts projects over his 25 year career in which he was the principal in charge or lead designer. Adam has served many roles in our industry which gives him a unique perspective in both the technical and design sides and allows him to execute holistic, integrated facilities for his clients that work brilliantly for artists, audience and staff. 

Adam’s current projects with Stages include a new music center for Sarasota Orchestra in Sarasota, FL; the PNE Amphitheatre in Vancouver, BC; a new performing arts complex at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, FL; the Roger Glass Center for the Arts at the University of Dayton in Dayton, OH; the renovation of the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center in New Bedford, MA; the renovation of the Tivoli Theatre in Chattanooga, TN; Judson’s at the Dr. Philips Center in Orlando, FL; the amphitheatre at Doral Central Park in Doral, FL; and the newly opened the Knight Recital Hall at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, FL.

Prior to joining Stages, Adam consulted for Fisher Dachs Associates where he participated in designing and managing over 120 facilities across the US and overseas. Notable projects include: the Gaillard Center in Charleston, SC; the Tobin Center in San Antonio, TX; the Smith Center in Las Vegas, NV; David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in New York City; the Walker Art Center’s Studio Theatre in Minneapolis; Chautauqua Institution Amphitheatre in Chautauqua, NY; Hartford Stage in Hartford, CT; New York Times Auditorium in New York City; Simon’s Rock College of Bard, in Great Barrington, MA; the Richmond Hill Theatre in Richmond Hill, Ontario; Marlborough College Memorial Hall in Marlborough, UK; the Dorothy Young Concert Hall at Drew University in Madison, NJ; and The Phantom Theatre at the Venetian Hotel/Casino in Las Vegas. Adam’s work at the Tobin Center included working with a leading equipment manufacturer to design and install the first motorized transformable floor system in the United States. Previously, Adam helped design and specify state-of-the-art stage lighting systems for the renovation of Radio City Music Hall in New York.

Adam received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatrical Production with an emphasis in Lighting Design from Ithaca College in 1998. Adam is also an accomplished scenic designer and received the Connecticut Critics Circle Award for Best Scenic Design in 2001. He has taught theatre design modules for architecture students at Rhode Island College, Roger Williams University and Yale University.

Bob Jenista has 10 years’ experience working in technical theatre, teaching courses in both acting and technical theatre, as well as four years’ experience working in the theatre planning industry. Bob’s tenacity, meticulousness, and experience detailing theatrical systems including stage rigging, lighting, and coordinating CAD and BIM resources make him a great asset to the Stages’ team.  

Bob’s current projects with Stages include project management for Beacon Communities Rotunda in Pittsburgh, PA; JP Stevens High School in Edison, NJ; Venice Theatre in Venice, FL; and the Academic Arts Infrastructure Improvements at Westchester Community College in Valhalla, NY; as well as work on the Canton Palace Theatre in Canton, OH; Cranbury Middle School in Cranbury, NJ; Kenton City Schools in Etna, OH; Newark School of Architecture in Newark, NJ; several performing arts spaces across the massive new Oakridge Mall development in Vancouver, BC; Park Century School in Los Angeles, CA; Sussex Central High School in Georgetown, DE; and the renovation of the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center in New Bedford, MA.

Prior to joining Stages, Bob served as a Theatre Specialist and later as a Theatre Consultant for Schuler Shook’s Dallas office. His notable projects included Orion Amphitheater in Huntsville, AL; Don Tyson School of Innovation in Springdale, AR; San Benito CISD Performing Arts Center in San Benito, TX; and Mustang High School Performing Arts Center in Mustang, OK.

Bob received a Bachelor of Arts in Film, Television, and Theatre from the University of Notre Dame, where he graduated cum laude. Bob received his Master of Fine Arts in Scenic Technology from The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Nora Carr is a recent graduate of the University of Hartford, and the newest member of our acoustics team at Stages. Nora’s current projects with Stages include a new music center for the Sarasota Orchestra in Sarasota, FL; the Weekhawken Performing Arts Center in Weehawken, NJ; several performing arts spaces across the massive new Oakridge Mall development and the PNE Amphitheatre both in Vancouver, BC; the Venice Theatre in Venice, FL; Newark School of Architecture and Design in Newark, NJ; the Olana Center in Hudson, NY; Perona Farms in Andover, NJ; and a new performing arts complex at the University of Central Florida. Other notable projects include Art Hall in Englewood Cliffs, NJ; and a study at The Marcus Center in Milwaukee, WI.

Prior to joining Stages, Nora worked as a student consultant for Mandell Jewish Community Center in West Hartford, CT, gathering data on reverberation times and background noise levels, and presenting options for acoustical treatment.

Nora received a Bachelor of Science in Acoustical Engineering and Music from the University of Hartford.

Melissa Quaal works as Project Administrator and Executive Assistant to Alec Stoll at Stages. Her focus is on building and maintaining cohesive systems to enhance efficiency and support for staff efforts in the field. Melissa distributes RFIs and submittals to team members and subcontractors, relaying any outstanding items to the team for resolution. She also attends coordination meetings and keeps a record of design changes and tasks. Melissa’s role is to make sure that information is always flowing in the right direction at the right time, and making sure we do everything that we say we will.

Previously, Melissa worked as a creative entrepreneur and founder of The Espadrilles Kit, a craft kit business that sold worldwide. She also worked as a Senior Researcher focused on public policy with an aim at reducing poverty for the statewide Legal Services of New Jersey organization among other non-profit public policy roles.

Melissa is a graduate of University of Wisconsin-Madison with a double major in Economics and Social Work. She acquired her graduate degree in Public Policy/Planning from the Bloustein School at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Melissa enjoys an active role in her community and is a proud board member for Churches Improving Communities, which supports interfaith programming for effective social justice and community service programming.

Sean Lough comes to Stages as the Director of Business Development with two decades of strategic marketing and business development experience and a strong background in live performance. He focuses on strengthening and building the firm’s engagement strategies with national and international industry partners and identifying and attaining project opportunities.

Prior to Stages, Sean was a business development director at The Wall Street Journal & Dow Jones International, where he created programs for Fortune 500 companies worldwide. For eight years, he oversaw content marketing initiatives for the B2B and B2C divisions of the Royal Bank of Canada. He’s worked with global brands like Lane Construction-Webuild S.p.A., Bacardi, and Ente nazionale idrocarburi.

Sean’s passion for well-planned and designed arts spaces is deeply personal and professional. He performed for two decades across the U.S. and Canada, and his experiences have shaped his understanding of the industry. He is a graduate of Loyola University of New Orleans, a former instructor at NYU, and has contributed to the boards of several non-profits.

Lucy Stoll is the ultimate multitasking marvel and the newest addition to the Stages team! Hailing from the prestigious School of Wagging Tails, this tail-wagging genius joined our pack in May 2023, bringing a fresh burst of energy to our office. As a proud mutt, Lucy embodies the perfect blend of charm and curiosity.

With an impressive set of core competencies, Lucy is a true office superstar. Need to add a touch of chaos to your conference calls? Lucy’s squeaking toy symphonies will have your colleagues wondering if they accidentally stumbled into a doggy daycare. But don’t let the mischief fool you! She’s also an expert in tugging at your heartstrings and brightening up even the dullest Mondays.

When it comes to her secret weapon, Lucy’s unrivaled skills in retrieving tennis balls can turn any brainstorming session into an impromptu game of fetch. Plus, her uncanny ability to make everyone feel loved and appreciated makes her an honorary member of the Good Girl Hall of Fame.

So, if you’re ever in need of a dose of cuteness, some four-legged inspiration, or just a wagging tail to brighten your day, swing by Lucy’s corner in the office. She’s ready to conquer deadlines, conquer hearts, and conquer all things adorable. Woof!

Heather is responsible for the day-to-day business operations of Stages Consultants. She is a full charge bookkeeper and manages all aspects of billing and contract administration, develops and strategizes marketing materials and prepares responses to RFPs.

Heather manages our administrative and graphics team. Her team compiles all of the relevant materials we gather for projects into coherent, comprehensive reports for our Clients’ use.

Previously, Heather served as Operations Manager and Project Manager for The BioContinuum Group where she was in charge of billing, internal operations and technology-based education programming. She organized symposia, and from those events developed slide-kits and websites that provided continuing medical education to doctors, nurses and emergency medical personnel. Heather overhauled The BioContinuum Group’s billing systems and procedures to streamline the company’s internal processes.

Before that, Heather served as Director of Operations for Internet Channel in New York City. Heather holds several computer systems certifications and taught networking classes to adult students at TriStone Technologies in New York City.

Heather studied acting at Emerson College in Boston, MA, and general studies at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, where she was a member of the Honors Society. Heather served as Treasurer for the nonprofit Highland Park Soccer Association from 2013-2016, and on the executive board for the music department fundraising effort at Saint Thomas Aquinas High School from 2016-2020. Heather is an accomplished musician, an alto and has played guitar for more than 45 years.