“Galatea”
Intimacy Choreographer at Theatre Prometheus
Director Tracey Erbacher, Stage Manager Jessica De Rocco, Asst. Stage Manager + Intimacy Captain Deacon Withers, Asst. Director Natalia Corvoisier (Spring 2025)
“Speaking of heartwarming, the chemistry between Amber Patrice Coleman (Galatea) and Cate Ginsberg (Phillida) was a highlight. Their portrayals were tender and believable, with both actors fully embracing the romantic arc of their characters. Their onstage connection made the story’s central love plot all the more compelling.”
“The heart of the story centers on two maidens—portrayed as a biracial couple—Galatea (Amber Patrice Coleman) and Phillida (Cate Ginsberg), each disguised as boys by their fathers to avoid becoming the sacrificial offering. Their fateful meeting leads to mutual confusion, comedic asides, and a tender unfolding of desire—performed with warmth and sincerity by both actors.”
”Yael Schoenbaum, who stepped in as the understudy for the character of Galatea on the night of the April 26, brought an inescapable earnestness to the role. Her love for Cate Ginsberg’s Phillida completely believable and profoundly moving. (…) The entire show was an undeniable celebration of queer joy, much needed in the present moment.”
“Theatre Prometheus spreads queer joy with ‘Galatea’”
OVERSTUDY CAST & PRODUCTION TEAM
Amber Patrice Coleman as “Galatea” with Cate Ginsberg as “Phillida”
Matthew Crawford as “Neptune/Augur” | Tristin Evans as “Cupid/Populus” | Rakell Foye as “Diana/Haebe” | Marley Kabin as “Venus/Erota” | Anabel Milton as “Tityrus/Telusa” | Jenna Hochkammer as “Melebeus/Ramia” | Yael Schoenbaum as “Galatea (u/s)” + Swing Track #1 | Hedy Valentine as “Phillida (u/s)” + Swing Track #2
Production Team: Tracey Erbacher (Director), Natalia Corvoisier (Asst. Director), Jessica De Rocco (Stage Manager), Fiona H.R. Murphey (Intimacy Choreographer), Deacon Withers (Asst. Stage Manager + Intimacy Captain), Simone Schneeberg (Set & Props Designer), Hannah Kelly (Lighting Designer), Levi Manners (Sound Designer), Cheyenne Hill (Costume Designer), Katie Quinn (Dramaturg), Cody Estep (Production Manager), Lauren Patton Villegas (Line Producer), Eric McMorris (Technical Director), Megan Holden (Scenic Painter)
Photos By: Charlotte M. Hayes (@shutterbugs_creations) & Fiona H.R. Murphey (@fionarose_sf)
UNDERSTUDY CAST & RUN CREW
Yael Schoenbaum as “Galatea (u/s)” + Swing Track #1 (performed with Cate Ginsberg as “Phillida”)
Hedy Valentine as “Phillida (u/s)” + Swing Track #2 (performed with Amber Patrice Coleman as “Galatea”)
Matthew Crawford as “Neptune/Augur” | Tristin Evans as “Cupid/Populus” | Rakell Foye as “Diana/Haebe” | Marley Kabin as “Venus/Erota” | Anabel Milton as “Tityrus/Telusa” | Jenna Hochkammer as “Melebeus/Ramia”
Board Ops & Run Crew: Jessica De Rocco (Stage Manager + Board Ops), Deacon Withers (Asst. Stage Manager + Intimacy Captain), Grace Miller (Substitute Asst. Stage Manager)
Photos By: Fiona H.R. Murphey (@fionarose_sf) & Charlotte M. Hayes (@shutterbugs_creations)
