Production Team

  • Jill Nesi

    Jill Nesi

    CREATOR, PRODUCER, SONGWRITER

    Emmy nominated composer and theatrical writer Jill Nesi formed Stand UP and Speak OUT to address critical issues impacting school children.  Jill has produced powerful learning experiences through her films and musicals that can be shown to or performed in schools to educate students in an attempt to reduce bullying, gun violence, substance abuse and more. Jill’s moving music is featured in the live production of Stand UP and Speak OUT the musical as well as these three films - Ethan Song, Finding Hope and Stand UP.  

    Additionally, Jill created The Vita 4 Healthy Lifestyle vignettes that appeared on CPTV and Atlanta Public Television, as well as many songs and jingles for local organizations.

  • Alexis Lariviere

    2023 PREMIERE DIRECTOR

  • Kayleigh Joseff

    Co-Director

  • Riki Klaskin

    Co-Director