DEBATABLE PRODUCTIONS TEAM
Emily-Mae Kamp
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
If you’ve ever met Emily-Mae, you’ve surely heard her gush about her love for Debatable. An alumnus of the University of Southern California (School of Dramatic Arts and Glorya Kaufman School of Dance), her passion for the arts fuels every aspect of her life. Recently promoted to Artistic Director, she is so excited to bring her vision for Debatable’s future to life. Her love for the Debatable Community (#DPFam) shines through in everything she does. Fun fact: is also a comedian who has studied with both The Groundlings and Upright Citizens Brigade.
Terry Ann Kamp
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Having over 35+ years in administration combined with legal experience, Debatable Productions has truly been a great place for Terry to expand her involvement in what she loves doing. She is proud to be part of Debatable Productions and believes in making our mission come true. Her organization, coordinating, management, and networking skills keep her focused on many levels of importance with attention to detail. She loves to gather people together and bringing opportunities to all. Terry works for her love of theatre, her love of her community, and her love of people! Watching the progress of theatre come alive on stage for Terry is the icing on the cake.
Monica Montoya
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Monica is so grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community and create a positive environment for young artists to learn and grow. She appreciates the passion the DP Team has for cultivating and supporting the arts in all kinds of amazing ways. Monica helps with all of DP’s productions and encourages artists to come and be mentored by DP’s wonderful volunteer staff of working professionals; from lighting design to music direction, there’s a place for everyone and always a skill to be learned.
Lilly Dollenmayer
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND BRANDING
Lilly Dollenmayer brings over 20 years of design experience, having worked with clients such as Disney, Mattel, Blizzard Entertainment, Spelling Entertainment, Panasonic, JBL Professional, Capitol Records, Hallmark, Warner Brothers, etc. She holds a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Communications Design from Parsons School of Design, NYC. Lilly is very passionate about community involvement and leadership development. Mentoring our design teams while creating the marketing and branding for our programs is a dream come true for her. She has been steadfast in this commitment bringing decades of experience in community involvement and non-profit management.
Aaron Daniel Jacob
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER/FILM PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Aaron Daniel Jacob is a writer, composer, filmmaker, and performer from Los Angeles with over a decade of entertainment experience. He has a multi-faceted professional background as a screenwriter, a short film and television composer and music editor, and a session singer for animated television at Disney. He currently works as a Script and Post Coordinator at Bento Box Entertainment. Aaron is inspired to work with Debatable Productions by all of the creative and career mentors he had growing up. He brings his unique, hands-on storytelling experience to Debatable's programs, hoping to encourage young artists to fall in love with the process of creating in the same way his mentors inspired him.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Gabby Zembo - PRESIDENT
Always altruistic, Gabrielle Zembo devotes much time providing assistance to, and supporting local community groups and philanthropies. She especially enjoys mentoring young entrepreneurs helping them develop leadership skills. Gabrielle is Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Zembo Medical Network, Inc. where she developed a unique process that makes it easier, faster, and less expensive for hospitals to communicate with their medical staffs. She joins Debatable as a tribute to her late brother who was an actor and a staunch supporter of the arts. Her hope is that the experience she’s gained starting a business as a teenager, and growing that business into a highly respected company that has served the medical community for more than forty years will help motivate other young adults to reach for their dreams.
Giulia Antonella Foppiani - TREASURER
Dr. Mojdeh Zafaranchi - SECRETARY
Dr. Mojdeh Zafaranchi M.D. has had over twenty-five years of clinical experience running her own practice. Having served as an Associate Professor at the Keck School of Medicine, Dr. Zafaranchi is an avid believer in giving back to future generations. Her leadership and mentorship towards numerous aspiring healthcare providers have left a lasting mark on her community. Beyond Medicine, Dr. Zafaranchi’s love for theater has led to her patronage of many theatrical productions. She has worked with organizations to foster safe spaces for artists to explore and continue to develop their craft. She hopes to help future artists have opportunities to pursue their dreams.
TAX & FINANCIAL CONSULTANT - DENNIS JACOBS
DEBATABLE OPPORTUNITIES
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Past Production Staff
Savannah Van Leuvan - Lighting Design (C, ST)
Nolan Monsibay - Music Director (C, ST)
Justin Bunka - Sound Design, ASM (ST)
Julia Schemmer - ASM (C)
Madison Kalvert - Costume Design (C, ST)
Zaira Paredes-Villegas - Stage Manager (ST)
Rita Dennin - Stage Manager (C)
Henry Parker-Elder - Assistant Director (ST)
Charlotte Barnett - Set Design (ST)
Enrique Montoya - Set Design (C, ST)
Victoria Fazio - Production Videographer
Production Management/Community Engagement Intern - Jessica Vad
Production Volunteers
John Kamp (C, ST)
Brian Dollenmayer (C, ST)
Elliot Einbinder (ST)
Jasmine Einbinder (ST)
Sophia Dollenmayer (ST)
Enrique Montoya (C, ST)
Alex Tellers (ST)
Donna McDaniels - Bella Donna Catering (ST)
Janet Barnett - Janet Barnett Photography (C, ST)