About TigerBear Productions
We’re a community-driven theater troupe that brings timeless plays and fresh new musicals to life right here in Palm Springs. From the moment the house lights dim to the final curtain call, our mission is simple: make every guest feel like a welcomed friend sharing in something magical.
Whether you’re searching for a night of laughter, a moving drama, or an inspiring musical number, we’ve got a seat saved for you. Together, let’s celebrate the power of live performance and create memories that linger long after the applause fades.
About Jerome Joseph Gentes
Jerome Joseph Gentes began making theatre experiences as far back as he remembers. He co-founded the Musical Cafe Showcase Series, a Berkeley, CA-based performance series and project of PlayCafe. The series showcased new musical theatre projects and Jerome co-produced the series (along with the other co-founders) from 2014-2018.
With playwright and producer Bridgette Dutta Portman, Jerome co-produced Sheherezade's Last Tales (2015 TBA Award for Outstanding Anthology) and PCSF PlayOffs (2016 TBA Finalist for Outstanding Anthology), and was a founding member of the Same Boat Theatre Collective, an environmental action theatre project.
He attended UC Berkeley and Columbia University and designs software content at Intuit. He is on the board of PlayGround SF and works in the technology industry. Storytelling, experiences, and design are his tools.
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