O. P. Hadlock Bio

With over 400 production credits in almost every aspect of theatre, O.P. Hadlock brings a unique array of experience to any theatrical endeavor.  He earned a B.A. in Acting/ Directing and a M.A. in Scenic/Lighting Design from California State University, Long Beach.

O.P., or Patrick to those who know him, lists over 40 acting performances in a vast array of roles as well as a background in dance both on stage and television.  Most recently, he has portrayed Weller Martin in The Gin Game at The 10th Avenue Theatre, Dr. Frederick Treaves in The Elephant Man at OnStage and Col. Nathan Jessup in A Few Good Men at the Lyceum.  He has directed 19 productions and written six plays, 15 screenplays, three novels and two short stories.  Well over 60 productions had their graphics and publicity designed by O.P.  He also held the position of Business and Promotions Manager for three theatres and an arts festival at C.S.U.F.

O.P. has worked as a Technical Director at a California University (C.S.U.S.B.) and a road house (East County Performing Arts Center).  He designed lighting for 50 shows, scenic design for 35 shows, costumed six shows, designed sound for over 30 shows, and crewed over 250 shows.  He studied make-up with Richard Corson.   O.P. co-founded and was technical consultant to The Rainbow Theatricans (a professional children’s theatre company that toured into shopping malls).
Since 1990, O.P. has resided in San Diego with his lovely wife, Christine, and their menagerie of pets.  When he relaxes, O.P. spends his time at his computer, reading, attending concerts and plays, live gaming, and enjoying fine food and wine.