David Wachtenheim is a director and animator who began his career with the animated feature, Rover Dangerfield (1991). He has vividly brought to life the art of many well-known illustrators, such as Garry Trudeau, David Levine, Gary Baseman, Barry Blitt, and the legendary Al Hirschfeld. Best known for her Broadway and international hit, Runaways, Elizabeth Swados has composed, written, and directed for over 30 years. Some of her works include the Obie Award-winning, Trilogy at La MaMa, Alice at the Palace with Meryl Streep, and Groundhog. Robert Marianetti is an Animation Producer and Production Supervisor. A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, his credits include the Academy Award-nominated children’s short, William Steig’s Dr. DeSoto and the Emmy-nominated, Abel’s Island.