TXST SoTDF Sets Sail with Robert Louis Stevenson's TREASURE ISLAND
The SoTDF invites audiences to embark on an unforgettable voyage through Bryony Lavery’s adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island
Texas State University's School of Theatre, Dance, and Film (SoTDF) presents Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic Treasure Island, running February 10-15, 2026, in the Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre.
The SoTDF invites audiences to embark on an unforgettable voyage through Bryony Lavery’s adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island.
Directed by Andy Park, this production bursts with imagination, magic, and swashbuckling danger, transforming this classic novel into a family-fun production for all ages!
On a stormy night at the edge of the world, Jim Hawkins’ quiet life is disrupted by the arrival of a mysterious pirate and a treasure map. Swept aboard the Hispaniola with an unlikely crew, Jim is drawn into a world of shifting loyalties, hidden motives, and perilous adventure. As mutiny brews and secrets surface, she must decide who to trust and what treasure truly means.
This nautical tale features Jordan Rockhill (Jim Hawkins), Rem Remy (Doctor Livesey), Drew Dunson (Squire Trelawney), Cadence Dodd (Red Ruth), Jack Peznola (Lucky Mickey), Miguel Gaytan (Black Dog), Andrew Morataya (Captain Smollett), and Jordan Spena (Long John Silver), Elise Ray (Joan the Goat), Natoz Walker (Israel Hands), Faraz Mobli (Dick the Dandy), Christian Nathaniel (Killigrew the Kind), Mick Preuit (Grey), Jay Brown (Parrot), Sonny Young (Ben Gunn/Blind Pew), Cooper Clarke (Boson) and the talent of faculty members Linda Nenno Breining (Grandma Hawkins) and Neil Patrick Stewart (Bill Bones), and the voice of Ron Ulen (Ghost of Captain Flint).
Treasure Island showcases the creativity and technical skill of SoTDF’s faculty and student designers, technicians, performers, and faculty, offering a high-energy theatrical experience that balances swashbuckling excitement with moments of humor, heart, and suspense. The creative team includes Max Estudillo, scenic designer; Nina Haurani, costume designer; Matt Webb, lighting designer; Catherine Kenner, sound designer; Colin Shay, technical director; Emily Cook, puppet designer; and Marwa Habibi, production stage manager.
Whether you’re rediscovering the story or encountering it for the first time, Treasure Island promises an evening of adventure, spectacle, and theatrical magic.
Treasure Island runs February 10-15, 2026, in the Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre. Current students can receive a complimentary ticket courtesy of the President (online only). Patrons can find all other ticket types available for purchase online at txstatepresents.com or at the door.
February 10-15, 2026
TUESDAY, February 10 at 7:30 PM
WEDNESDAY, February 11 at 7:30 PM
THURSDAY, February 12 at 7:30 PM
FRIDAY, February 13 at 7:30 PM
SATURDAY, February 14 at 7:30 PM
SUNDAY, February 15 at 2:00 PM
Ticket Information
Public: $22
TXST Faculty / Staff: $20
Groups (10+): $19
TXST Students: 1 ticket complementary of the President on select performances
The Cast
Jim Hawkins: Jordan Rockhill
Grandma Hawkins: Linda Nenno Breining
Doctor Livesey: Rem Remy
Squire Trelawney: Drew Dunson
Red Ruth: Cadence Dodd
Lucky Micky: Jack Peznola
Ghost of Captain Flint (V.O.): Ron Ulen
Bill Bones: Neil Patrick Stewart
Black Dog: Miguel Gaytan
Captain Smollett: Andrew Morataya
Long John Silver: Jordan Spena
Joan the Goat: Elise Ray
Israel Hands: Natoz Walker
Dick the Dandy: Faraz Mobli
Killigrew the Kind: Christian Nathaniel
Grey: Mick Preuit
Parrot: Jay Brown
Ben Gunn/Blind Pew: Sonny Young
Bosun: Cooper Clarke
Understudies
Nora Hayes, Quinn Page, & Michael Caleb Partiplo
The Production Team
Director: Andy Park
Assistant Directors: Fletcher Lowe, Sade’ May
Choreographer: Caleb Sporrer
Music Director: Sade’ May
Voice / Dialect Coach: Kate Glasheen
Production Stage Manager: Marwa Habibi
Assistant Stage Managers: Emma Frances Frith, Kayla Alonzo, Jacob Huerta
Production Assistants: MJ Kelly, Olivia Hovis, Hayden Bibb, Katie Bland, Andy Howard
Scenic Designer: Max Estudillo Cantú
Assistant Scenic Designer: Taylor Baxter-Kuhlmey
Costume Designer: Nina Haurani
Assistant Costume Designer: Janae Payton
Hair & Makeup Designer: Mj Kelly
Lighting Designer: Matt Webb
Assistant Lighting Designers: Georgia Fenimore, Ethan Bauer
Skull Programmer: Ethan Bauer
Sound Designer: Catherine Kenner
Assistant Sound Designer: Jude Eastman
Sound Engineer: Scott Murdock
Technical Director: Colin Shay
Assistant Technical Director: Andre Rodriguez
P.A.C. Scene Shop Supervisor: Dwight Markus
Stage Ops Supervisor: Tim White
Carpenters: Gabe Glinski, Nathan Bailey
Carpentry Production Assistants: Chase Marrs, Tim White, Matt Fields
Deck Crew: Jay Denman, Israel Pena, Teagen Peters, Lillian Charlene Joy
Paint Charge: Courtney Winkelman
Scenic Artist: Becca Rudloff, Savannah Marshall
Scenic Painters: Natasha Newton, Reese Van Osten, Olaf Heins, Rowan Lavelle, Chloe Trail, Alma Booker, Snow Collins, Catherine Kenner, Sarah Lewis, Morgan McQueen, Riley Mohundro, Xander OBrien, Ruby Pedigo-Cloke, Mason Wentz, Chip Robinson
Head Fly/ Head Rigger: Gabe Glinksi
Fly Crew: Jake Roche, Ethan Watson, Caleb Cooper
Head Electrician & Programmer: Catcher Reeves
Assistant Electrician/Lead Spot: Albion Baylis
Lighting Board Op: Xander O’Brien
Follow Spots: Albion Baylis, Karsyn Jacobsen
Deck Electrician: Lillian Charlene Joy
A1 / Sound Mixer: Xavier Dvorak
A2: Jacob Roller
AV Board Op: Nathan Hoover
Automation Operator: Ruby Pedigo-Cloke
Properties Supervisor: Jordan Kelly Andrews
Asst. Prop Shop Supervisor: Emily Cook
Lead Prop Artisan: Rachel Magee
Props Artisans: Ivy Clamons, Emily Cook, Andy Howard, Sarah Lewis, Jen Lim, Natasha Newton, Alex Ohlenburger, Jasmine Pace, Sienna Connally, Elle Schmal
Costume Director: Monica Pasut
Costume Shop Manager: Allie Hildebran
Cutter/Draper: Alexandra Hargett, Hannah Blalock Choat, Tiffany Yeager
First Hand: Nikki Hernandez, Mj Kelly, Chloe Pedraza, Giana Michaud, Theo Ontivoros-Dravigne, Cel Wackerle
Stitchers: Liam Arney, Rowan Lavelle, Dante Rafael, Gabby Strickler, Orion Van Beveren, Hallie Davis, Madeleine Glauser, Mj Kelly, Loralyn Brimer, Jacob Jones, Janae Payton, Kennedy Sanchez, Kirstin Sikes
Wardrobe Supervisor: Lauren Dane
Hair/Makeup Supervisor: Cel Wackerle
Wardrobe Crew: Evan Cobb, Lyn Gallier, Josie Novak
Shadow Crew: Ahmad Mansur
Production Advisors & Staff
Directing Advisor: Andy Park; Stage Management Advisor: Leigh’Ann Andrews; Scenic Advisor: Michelle Ney; Lighting Advisor: Matt Webb; Sound Advisor: Scott Murdock; Technical Direction Advisor: Colin Shay; Properties Advisor: Jordan Kelly Andrews; PAC Scene Shop Supervisor: Dwight Markus; Paint Advisor: Courtney Winkelman; Costume Director: Monica Pasut; Cutter/Draper: Hannah Blalock Choat; Wardrobe Advisor: Monica Pasut; Box Office Manager: Robert Styers; A/V/L Operator: Eaton Saylor; PAC Operations Manager: Candice Mongellow; Marketing & Communications Manager: Lauren Jurgemeyer; Director of Production: Jordan Kelly Andrews
For more information about this story or other news, email Lauren Jurgemeyer, Marketing and Communications Manager for the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film, at sotdf@txstate.edu.
About the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film
Recently ranked #22 in the World by Hollywood Reporter, Texas State's School of Theatre, Dance, and Film has one of the nation's largest and most notable fine arts programs. With a vibrant and active faculty of industry professionals, the school prepares students for successful careers in the entertainment industry. The school's mission is to nurture the next generation of collaborative, curious, and civically engaged artists, educators, and scholars.