When I think of the first person I’d want to interview for AOTW, it would be Nico Johnson ’26. Having the chance to collaborate with him on two theater pieces, I’ve seen firsthand his infectious energy and remarkable ability to bring characters
Climbing a narrow staircase, the space opens into a black box theater. On stage, three statues stand solemnly beneath a glass-like church window suspended in the background, casting a soft glow over the figures. Two simple chairs await as the actors enter
The stage is set with a simple wooden backdrop, instruments scattered about. Dito van Reigersberg ’94 walks onto the stage, just being himself. Donning a blonde wig and thick-rimmed black glasses he reaches for the mic and, suddenly, he becomes Aimee Mann.