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Nick Luis

25-35

Born & raised in NYC, Nick Luis is a queer, husky, gay Latinx individual who graduated in 2021 from CUNY Baruch College with a Masters in Arts Administration. He is the co-Founder and Community Engagement... Read more

Giorgio Panetta

32-40

Giorgio Panetta is a Brooklyn based actor and filmmaker. Most recent appearances: Godfather of Harlem on MGM Plus, The Equalizer on CBS Network, Wu Tang, Pose, Law & Order: CI, and others. Graduate & Company... Read more

Heather Violanti

40s-60s

Heather Violanti (Barbara/Lisa) is happy to be part of Cyndi Feinman’s wonderful play. She previously played Lisa in the November reading of The Golden Ibburs at the University of Idaho’s First Bite series. Heather’s recent... Read more

Reisha Mirit

45-55

Reisha Mirit is a Scottish born playwright, actor and director based in New York City. She trained at The Barrow Group and the DeSotelle Studio, both in New York City. She credits her years of... Read more

Nicole Marie Stultz

25-30's

Nicole Marie Stultz born and raised in Greenwich, CT. She has performed on stages such as the Hudson Guild Theatre, The June Havoc Theatre, The Player’s Theatre, The Triad, The PIT, etc... When she is... Read more

Alonda Jones

25-35

Alonda is an actress from Staten Island, NY. Starting her career as a child, Alonda was trained in her schools’ theatre program and independent improv training. She was featured in Columbia student films and is... Read more

Dan Purcell

22-32

Dan is a graduate of the Neighborhood Playhouse and the founder of Lonesome Swing Productions. He is actively training at The Freeman Studio while accumulating credits in the films Face Dirt, Oneness and Growing Pains.... Read more

Branwyn Ritchie

18-27

Branwyn is a Brooklyn-based actress, originally from New Hampshire. She has a passion for all things theatre and film, especially when horror or physical comedy (or both) are involved. Recently, Branwyn appeared in The Rocky... Read more

Lindsey M.E. Newton

20-35

actor/singer/writer based in NYC, Syracuse University’s Department of Drama class of 2017. New York/Off Broadway: KHAN!!! The Musical!, The Truth About Whispers, Monsters Are Made in the Minds of Men, Soviet Rebel Girl (BMI Workshop,... Read more

Ainslee Nipper

22 - 30

Ainslee Nipper is excited to be a part of her first New York City festival piece! Originally from Florida, she graduated from Jacksonville University with a BFA in theatre and an MBA. She would like... Read more

Kerry Kebrina

20-35

Kerry Kebrina is a Jamaican-born American artist and actress. With her roots in music, she is no stranger to the art of storytelling. Starting in the modeling industry at an early age, while writing music,... Read more

Livy Mishima

10-15

(she/her) is an actor who loves to be on stage. Her credits include Frozen Jr. Lion King Jr., Addams Family Jr. and more. She would love to thank Kendall and everyone who is a part... Read more

Olivia Francis

14-25

Olivia is a fresh Acting graduate of the 2024 class from Savannah College of Art and Design. She got into the theater with her debut as Sheldon Potts in her community theater production of "Junie... Read more

Javier Alexander

22-28

Javier is a speed demon, with an intense desire for adrenaline. From working in the back of an ambulance in a major city, too jumping out of planes, to blowing things up on behalf of... Read more

James Nash

18-35

I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago where I was a three sport athlete before I quit basketball to audition for the musical theater show (high school musical anyone?). After that show I knew... Read more

Lauryn Savela

16-30

Lauryn grew up in Vancouver, Canada and moved to New York in 2021 to study acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts (AADA) in their 2 year conservatory program. Growing up, she played every... Read more

Nneoma Ogbonna

16-24

Theater credits include Sixty Nine Seventy (Naomi) at the NY Theater Festival and Ain’t Gonna B EZ (Atiya) with Open Hydrant Theater. Training includes Upright Citizens Brigade (Improv), T. Schreiber Studio (On Camera: Intermediate/Advanced, On... Read more

Elena Gaverdovskaya

30-40

Elena is an NYC based actress who was born and raised in Russia. Acting and work in the community theatre was always a part of her life and the biggest passion since the early childhood.... Read more

Gabby Ostuni

26-26

Gabby Ostuni is a bilingual actor based in New York and a proud graduate of the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. Her recent credits include Steel Magnolias, El Nogalar, Much Ado About Nothing, and The... Read more

Maggie Dean

16-22

Credits: Summit Ave Kid (HBO’s Plot Against America), Naomi (Pandora’s Box Unleashing Evil - Angel of Death), Backup Singer (Kjersti Long Band) experienced in all forms of dance: musical theater, tap, ballet, commercial jazz, and... Read more

Rose Gutierrez

38 to 46

Rose Gutierrez is a Puerto Rican actress and writer. She was born in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and grew up in Bushwick Brooklyn. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and later moved to Long Island where... Read more

Margaret Hillery

16-35

A recent graduate of the Neighborhood Playhouse Class of 2025, Margaret is thrilled to be a part of this production of Fight or Flight. Most recently, she was seen as Mina Harker in Dracula: A... Read more

Zara Cojocaru

16-21

Zara Cojocaru (she/they) is a New York based artist who holds a passion for storytelling. Zara discovered her love for acting whilst growing up Maryland, where she was involved in high school productions as well... Read more

Antonyio Artis

20-35

Antonyio Artis received his BFA in Acting from Brooklyn College. Since graduating, he has trained with Atlantic Theater Company, as well as many roles professionally both in NYC and across the country. His credits include... Read more

Karina Verna

17-27

Karina Verna is an actor, director and writer based in NYC. After originally pursing a prelaw track while attending John Jay College, she discovered a love for theatre when performing in her first production as... Read more

Solveig Svennevig-Brosi

18-28

Solveig Svennevig-Brosi hails from the great (White North) state of Minnesota. She just finished out their sophomore year at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA where she is studying psychology and women’s studies with a... Read more

Lauren Pick

26

Lauren Pick previously stage managed Tier5 Theatre Company’s staged reading of United in Love Until Death and is thrilled to be back with this team to bring the story to a full production and a... Read more

Haley Amann

21-25

Haley Amann is a recent graduate from the BFA Acting Program at Montclair State University. Recent credits include “Rocky Horror Picture Show: Shadow Cast”(Frank n Furter), “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime”(Siobhan),... Read more

Ndanu Mutisya

17-30

Ndanu Mutisya is a New York City and Boston-based musician, actor, designer, and writer. Ndanu graduated in May of 2021 from Hamilton College with a BA in both Theatre and Economics. She also studied at... Read more

Halley Platz

25-35

Born in Rockwall, TX, but escaped to New York City. As a neurodivergent, queer writer performer producer, her work explores the intersection of humor, raw vulnerability, and sharp critique of femme societal norms. She specializes... Read more

Buff Thiesmeyer

18-29

Buff Thiesmeyer is an Actor and Playwright from Grover Beach, CA. He is an alumni of Boston University and The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. He is a passionate creative based in New York City.... Read more

Marshall Joun

16-25

Hi! My name is Marshall Joun (they/he/she). Originally from Boston MA, where I have plenty of professional film/theatre experience, I'm also a recent BFA Acting major from Penn State since this May! I am 5'9"... Read more

Amelia Bell

18-30

Amelia Bell is an actor and podcaster based in Queens, NY. Recent credits include Romeo and Juliet (Juliet) with interACT, Murderous Innocent (Dani) at Downtown Urban Arts Festival, The Mini Life of Henry V (Katherine/Boy)... Read more

Emilio Picayo

16 - 30

Emilio Picayo (he/him) is an actor born and raised in New York City. Recent credits: Sightings (Philipstown Depot), Ghost Punchers (Kalani Hubbard), Post Mortem (Alfonso Vigliero), Je Cherche Un Feeling (Omar Garcia), and Behind the... Read more

Amber Voeller

16-32

I am an actress, singer, performer, props master, and entrepreneur. Currently working at the historic Round Barn Theatre in Nappanee, IN, as an actress and props master. I received my training at Huntington University School... Read more

Remy Laifer

18-28

Remy Laifer is an actor, singer, and musician originally from Westport, CT. He graduated from Northwestern University in June of 2021 and is now based in NYC. Credits include NBC's New Amsterdam, Edinburgh Fringe, TheaterWorksUSA,... Read more

Nigel Pierce

27-40 age range

Nigel Pierce Slaughter is a bi-coastal actor with deep roots in both Texas and New York. Having been immersed in performance from an early age, he draws inspiration from his diverse background and lifelong dedication... Read more

Allison Valentino

55-60

Allison has been cast as a background extra for a number of theatrical releases including Major League II, Disney's College Road Trip, and Federico Castelluccio's The Brooklyn Banker. She played Violet Rose in The Death... Read more

Gabrielle Driese

17-22

From the heart of Atlanta, Gabrielle Driese is a singer, actor, and gemini who has just recently received her BFA in Musical Theatre at Marymount Manhattan College. Her recent credits include NYU Tisch Film ‘Ignominy’,... Read more

Emily Cummings

15-27

Emily Cummings is an actor who recently relocated to New York from California, where she most recently performed with Marin Shakespeare Company in the 2024 production of The Comedy of Errors. Emily graduated from Pomona... Read more

Kevin Torello

16-25

Hello! My name is Kevin Torello. I have been a stage and film performer for seven years. I am located in New York City but I attend Nazareth College through their Musical Theater BFA program!... Read more

Crystal McGee

30-65

CRYSTAL MCGEE - was born in Fort Dix, NJ, and has been singing since the tender age of 4. As Crystal grew, her passion for music drove her to explore and embrace a variety of... Read more

Sarah Durham

15-25

Sarah Durham is a New York-based multidisciplinary artist and educator. While primarily a director and choreographer, they do everything from costume design to photography. Recent credits include: in this moment. (Choreographer/Producer), In The Shed (Director),... Read more

Carole Boniece

55-70

Carole Boniece has performed in many off-Broadway plays by new and emerging playwrights and in the works of classical authors including Shakespeare. She has also appeared in several independent films. She studied at Actors Movement... Read more

Jacquelynn Arias

18-25

Jacquelynn Arias (she/they) is so excited to be participating in the New York Theatre Festival for the first time! While she has had a love for performing since she was very little, she is currently... Read more

Salimata Diakite

22-35

Salimata (Sali) Diakité is an actor and singer songwriter based in Brooklyn, NY. With a background in jazz, a cappella, “speech” and theatre, Sali’s work as a performing artist is driven by her passion to... Read more

Tony Lemus

16 to 30

(he/him) is a NYC based artist. Recent credits include: Reefer Madness, Working, Night of the Living Dead, and Our Town. Education: Stella Adler Summer Conservatory ; BFA George Mason University. Much love to this team... Read more

Rakesh Palisetty

28-48

Rakesh Palisetty is a writer-director for theater, film, & opera based in New York. Prior to moving to the U.S., his productions toured extensively across India, including his hit theatrical adaptation of Twelve Angry Men,... Read more

Hazen Cuyler

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Hazen Cuyler is an award-winning actor and director and the Artistic Director and Founder of The Greenhouse Ensemble. His production of The Unspeakable Passion of Mitch Devoe won all eligible awards including best director (Hazen),... Read more

Chris Hahn

37-47

This June I have a supporting role in the New York Theatre Festival production: Goldberg’s Kaddish. In the six months prior I worked on five films with NYC filmmakers from NYU Tisch, Columbia, and Brooklyn... Read more

Kathryn Neville Browne

50-65

Kathryn Neville Browne* (Gina): Kathryn is thrilled to appear in this relevant, poignant new work. A NY-based, award-winning, bilingual (French/English), classically trained actress, Kathryn is also a stand-up comedian who performs regularly at Gotham and... Read more

Alfredo Diaz

TBA

Alfredo Diaz is an actor and a writer. He spent his childhood in Puerto Rico with his grandmother where he became a storyteller and lover of all art forms. Some of his Television credits include:... Read more

Giuliana Mary

18-30

Giuliana Mary is a New-York based actor. She is thrilled to be debuting Catching The Bus at NY Fall/Winter Theater Festival — her first solo show performance. As an actor, she has been fortunate to... Read more

Dorothy Lyman

N/A

Dorothy Is an actor, director, producer, playwright, mother, grandmother, horsewoman, seeker, teacher, friend.  WE HAVE TO HURRY was first produced over ZOOM during the Pandemic, starring Elliot Gould and Kathleen Chalfant. We hope you enjoy... Read more

Jes Burke

Mid-20s

I was born and raised in New York, and have been acting my whole life, though I never formally went to school for it. I studied fiction and poetry in college, but always knew the... Read more

Jenny Lin

18-25

Jenny Lin is honored to be playing the role of Nurse in Waiting Room, her first play. She initially studied nutrition at New York University and became a Registered Dietitian in 2023. Since then, she... Read more

Hannah Beck

30-40

Hannah Beck* (Miriam) is an award-winning NY based actress and creative. Recent projects: The lead in The Fifth of January, a political drama opposite Romano Orzari and Through Open Doors, a dark comedy film directed... Read more

AJ Lily

15-28

AJ Lily is a theatre actor; Born & raised in the south side of Chicago, he holds a BFA in Acting from UNCSA Drama. AJ’s Hudson Guild Theater / New York Theater Festival debut is... Read more

Linda La

20-30

Is an international, multihyphenate from the Boogie Down Bronx, New York. With roots in both the Caribbean and the NYC Vogue Ballroom Scene, her experimental sound has been articled in both AFROPUNK and The Fader.... Read more

Antoinette Gelmont

50-70

Antoinette Gelmont is a NY based actor/dancer who has appeared in many television shows and series including THE MISSING, GODFATHER OF HARLEM, and LAW AND ORDER. Movie credits include the soon to be released horror... Read more

Zarina Nudalo Cameron

18-25

Zarina Nudalo Cameron is a New York based actor specializing in giving each character a unique personality and movement. Since graduating from The American Musical and Dramatic Academie's New York and Los Angeles campuses, Zarina... Read more

Melissa Ingle

n/a

Melissa Ingle – (she/her/hers) is a Brooklyn-based director and co-founder of Devon Loves ME! Productions [@devonlovesMEproductions]. Currently, she is devising a one-man clown show "It Was Really Good to Know You". Theater Credits: "Shakespeare Translate:... Read more

Conor Andrew Hall

20-35

Conor Andrew Hall is an NYC based actor, and recent graduate of the Actor Studio's Drama School. Read more

Xandt Wyntreez

40+

XANDT WYNTREEZ (Z-andt WIN-trees) is a versatile artist, who continues to find success in multi-faceted disciplines that include Acting; Spoken Word performance; Writing (Poetry/Essay/Playwriting); Poetry; & Song. Selected NY/NJ Stage credits: “A Christmas Carol” (Off-Broadway)... Read more

Anna Pappas

20-30

Anna Katherine Pappas is a Brooklyn-based actor and Assistant Production Supervisor with a BFA in Theatre Performance from Auburn University. She has worked on various productions both on camera and on stage. Recent stage performance... Read more

Checkers Bischoff

16-20

Checkers has been involved in acting on stage for 10 years, working in multiple plays and musicals over the last decade. They are constantly looking for connections in the theatre industry and more work for... Read more

Theodore Phillips

35-49

41, 6’3”, 215 - light brown hair and pale blue eyes. 5 years of study at HB Studio. Lifelong New Yorker, film/state/screen experience. Read more

Hayden Kerzie

15-25

(Hayden Kerzie) Is thrilled to be part of this production of Sad Magic Sins. He was last seen as Ernst in Spring Awakening (Outside The Lines/A.R.T.). Other credits include, Cabaret (Emcee, CLOC), Wonderful Town (Frank... Read more

Aaron Denney

25-40

Aaron Denney is excited to be making his New York Theater Festival debut as "Jeff" in Bob Tilton's "Little Pillows!" Originally from Dallas, Texas, Aaron is a New York City based actor. While he has... Read more

Pasquale Tassone

50-100

Pasquale Tassone (Musical Theater and Classical Composer) - Tassone collaborated with librettist Alberta Handelman on musicals "Tumbleweed" and "A Musement Park", and with Elizabeth Searle on the opera Seven Rabbits on a Pole. Tassone studied... Read more

Kevin Dempsey

22-35

Kevin is a seasoned theatre actor, renowned for his commanding stage presence and electrifying performances. With a gift for seamlessly immersing himself into diverse roles, he has captivated audiences in iconic productions, breathing life into... Read more

Rowan Hunt

16-27

ROWAN HUNT is so excited to be joining the cast of Shudder! She was most recently in the world premiere of Pinocchio: The Musical at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. Some of her favorite... Read more

Kaitlyn Mendez

16-30

Kaitlyn is an Afro-Latina performer, born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. She recently graduated from The State University of New York at Cortland’s Musical Theatre B.F.A. program (23”). Her latest credits include Andrea Jones in... Read more

Matt Ritchey

40s

Matt Ritchey is a frequent Hollywood Fringe director whose original play Blackboxing (writer/performer) won six awards including "Best Cabaret/Variety" at the 2019 Fringe. He is the creator of Storycrafting, a coaching, coverage, and creative service... Read more

Erin Jeffries

25-35

Erin Jeffries is a graduate of the Hunter College Theater Department. Roles there included Orpheus in Sara Ruhl’s Eurydice, Barmaid/ Musician in Eugene O’Neill’s Long Voyage Home, and multiple characters in As You Like It.... Read more

Nicole Borbone

15-26

Nicole is a NJ/NYC based actor, choreographer and teaching artist. She is a performance graduate of Fordham University’s BA Theatre program and received her MA in Educational Theatre at NYU Steinhardt. In October 2021, Nicole... Read more

Lila Midkiff

15-22

Lila Midkiff is a New York based actress and so excited to be at the New York Theater Festival! Film: The Life List. Television: “FBI: Most Wanted”, “Chicago Med”, “Long Slow Exhale”. @lilamidkiff Read more

Jennifer Downey

35-45

Jennifer grew up with a passion for theatre, and is excited to join her twins, Clara and Judy, on stage in “A Musement Park” for the New York Theatre festival. Jennifer’s is the director of... Read more

Emily Rose Unnasch

18-30

She is thrilled to be performing in her first show in New York after moving to the city from Southern California! Regional: Nice Work If You Can Get it, Cabaret, The Light In The Piazza... Read more

Stacey Linnartz

35-43

Stacey is a NYC-based professional actor, director, writer, producer and teacher of acting. She is the Artistic Director and proud Co-Founder of Kids Creative Collective, Inc. which brings tuition free theatre arts programming to under... Read more

Carson Kelley

Carson Kelley is a New York based writer and multi-hyphenate artist. After years of working across disciplines in music, fashion, and performance, Kelley has dedicated his focus on writing and directing for stage and film.... Read more

Tearzah Harrel

16-27

Tearzah Harrel was born and raised in Portland Oregon and started dancing from a very young age. Through her teenage years she performed with “Syncopated Ladies” youth company “Sole Talk” across the United States. At... Read more

Evan Stechauner

20-35

Evan (Jesse/Fight Captain) is a New York based actor/technician who is thrilled to be a part of this fantastic show! He attended Long Island University in the B.F.A program for Theatre Arts. Acting credits include... Read more

Christine Hauer

27-37

Christine Hauer is an actress, comedian, writer, and producer. She acts in film and TV, playing the lead in "The Passion of Joan," short films "Hex & Rage" and "Something Happy," and a supporting role... Read more

Kristina Sutton

16-30

Kristina Sutton is based in NYC and a United States Air Force Veteran. Actor, Singer, Dancer. Thank you for taking time to read this and please contact me via email or Actors Access. Read more

Tiffany Browne-Tavarez

37-47

Originally from Virginia, Tiffany moved to New York City in 2005 to wholeheartedly pursue a career in acting. She has worked in several productions since then including plays, independent films, true crime reenactment series, and... Read more

Daniel Halbstein

25-40

Daniel Halbstein is a composer of musical theatre, choral music, art song, and jazz. He is excited to have presented his first full-length musical, Humanity Denied (libretto by Alberta Handelman), at the New York Theater... Read more

Jeremy Bright

33-39

Jeremy Bright (Barry "Barr" West) has recently played a widowed father, inexperienced lawyer, a school teacher, an Appalachian soldier, and Watergate's John Dean on stage, film, and TV. He just finished working on a film... Read more

Iryna Malygina

35-45

Irina Malygina is a Ukrainian actress and theatre director. In her fifteen-year career in Kyiv, she has participated in more than 20 theatre shows, lead roles mostly, and has actively toured throughout Ukraine. She has... Read more

Emanuel Rodriguez

35-50

Emanuel Rodriguez was born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., being so close to a plethora of amazing performance venues has only fueled his lifelong passion for performing arts. He’s coming off a year long stint... Read more

Collin Hendley

16-30

Collin Hendley is a NYC actor originally from South Georgia. His original musical, (Book, Music, and Lyrics) Brighter Than the Sun debuted in the NYTF before transferring Off-Broadway in early 2024. Recent credits include Roger’s... Read more

Max Elam

25-35

Max Elam is a NY based actor, originally from Boise, ID. Max received his bachelors degree in Theatre Arts from Southern Oregon University in 2020, and has spent much of his time since focusing on... Read more

Ian Underhill

20-30

Ian Underhill (Charles) (He/His) is very excited to be making his NYC debut at the New York Theatre Festival. Ian is in his final year at the CAP21 Conservatory, and he is very grateful to... Read more

Rylie Butzbaugh-Patrick

21-30

RYLIE BUTZBAUGH-PATRICK is a Brooklyn-based actor and producer. She graduated with her BFA in Acting from Shenandoah Conservatory. Recent film credits include CUPID FOR CHRISTMAS (Hulu), SLEEP THERAPY (Independent Short, NYC), and JULES AND DEE... Read more

Justin Gallagher

24-31

Justin Gallagher is a director, singer, and actor currently residing in New York City. In 2018 he directed Irwin Nayman's FAMILY DYNAMICS at the New York Theater Festival which was nominated for Best Play and... Read more

Michael Salinas

16 - 27

Michael Lee Salinas is a Mexican-American actor and writer from San Antonio, TX. He holds a B.A. in English and a minor in Theatre from Texas State University. Previous credits: next to normal (Henry); Once... Read more

Kelly Baker

20s-30s

KELLY BAKER is an actor, singer, and dancer based in NYC. Credits include Bright Star (Swing & U/S Margo Crawford, First National Tour), I Mostly Blame Myself (Main Cast, Off-Broadway & Edinburgh Festival Fringe), Into... Read more

Sam Vana

18-30

Sam Vana is an actor/musician based out of NYC. Previous credits include A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Cape Cod Shakespeare Festival), American Idiot (Actor’s Studio of NJ), and The Wizard of Oz (Vital Theatre Company). Love... Read more

Gina-Simone Pemberton

21-40

Gina-Simone Pemberton (Keisha), NYC stage and screen actor and singer, was recently seen on stage as Harriet Tubman (Mother Moses) in the play The Visit Of Mother Moses, as a part of the New York... Read more

Ryan Bronston

18-25

Ryan Bronston is thrilled to make his NY Theater Festival debut. He recently performed in Non-Disclosure at the Fresh Fruit Festival (Fenway Cooper), American Idiot at BrooklynONE (Tunny), and Ethan Carlson and Cassidy Layton's Goliath... Read more

Faye Ray

50s-60s

Faye Ray studied Theater Arts at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. She began performing in local community productions in 1981. A veteran actress for over 30 years, and with her talents she took the next... Read more

Brandon Draeger

30-45

Brandon Draeger is a high school culinary arts teacher in far rockaway. In his free time he enjoys spending time eating his way around NYC. Thanks to the amazing cast for all the love and... Read more

Lindsey Alterman

20-35

Lindsey Alterman is a New York based stage director that specializes in musicals, expressionistic straight plays, and experimental theatre. Read more

Samantha Lee Mason

18-35

Samantha Lee Mason (she/her) is excited to be back at NYTF after performing in the Winter 2023 Best Production winner, Paradise! Off-Broadway: Rose Nylund in That Golden Girls Show: A Puppet Parody. National Tour: That... Read more

Haleigh Pierce

20-30

Haleigh Pierce (she/her) Stacey Bernadette is thrilled to make her debut at the New York Theater Festival. Originally from Vermont, she graduated with a BFA from the University of Utah. Upon moving to New York,... Read more

Peter Rini

40-50

Broadway: Neil Simon’s Proposals (Joe Mantello), A View from the Bridge (Michael Mayer,) The Price, (Terry Kinney,) Tartuffe: Born Again, (David Saint). 1st National Tour of South Pacific (Bartlett Sher). Film credits include Sleepers, (Barry... Read more

Brynn Ayoob

15-23

Brynn Ayoob (she/her) is currently a senior studying Drama at NYU. She is thrilled to be a part of the New York Theater Festival, especially with a production like ___. Some of her favorite past... Read more

Rocky Nardone

18-30

He has been acting in New York State for over a decade. Notable roles include Charlemagne (Pippin), Czolgosz (Assassins), and Captain Horster (An Enemy Of The People). Rocky works as a schoolteacher and is currently... Read more

Patrick Little

60-70

Patrick has been working in community theater for almost 50 years. Favorite roles include C.S. Lewis (Shadowlands), Sheriff (The Trip to Bountiful), Andrew Ladd (Love Letters), Easton/Lendall/Danny (Almost, Maine), Grandpa (You Can’t Take It With... Read more

Julius Hollingsworth

60-70

A journeyman in the entertainment industry for 54 years. Starting out at 13years old at La Mama with Hal Dewindt. Read more

Amanda Cannon

22-37

Amanda Cannon (Rita O’Brien) is so excited to be working with this amazing cast and crew! She holds a BA in Theatre from Southern Arkansas University. Credits include Medea (Chorus), The Laramie Project (Reggie Fluty,... Read more

Robert Greene

Robert Greene, is an actor, director, and playwright. He has a MFA from the University of Louisville. He also studied at the Circle in the Square Theatre in NYC. He has performed and premiered new... Read more

Iryna Scarola

35-45

Iryna Scarola is a Ukrainian actress based in NYC, passionate about stories that reflect on the metaphysical nature of existence and the unseen forces that shape our lives. Her screen credits include Terror Trips (2022),... Read more

Eliza Frye

24

Eliza Frye (she/her) is a New York City- based dancer, choreographer and instructor. She graduated from Ball State University with a BFA in Dance in 2021. Eliza received a full scholarship to the American Dance... Read more

Rey Chetty

25-40

Rey Chetty is an actor, writer, and director who has worked across several mediums including film, TV, and streaming media throughout his career. He is excited to make his theater acting debut with the “Thin... Read more

Alyssa Fuhrman

25-33

Alyssa is a dancer, actor, and choreographer living and playing in NYC. Never one to turn down an adventure, she has performed on live television both in the US and China, survived getting sawn in... Read more

Jaymz Nylon

45-54

Jaymz is a Model/Actor/Voice Actor Known in electronic music as God Father of Afro Tech, Jaymz Nylon is a pioneering Label owner, DJ, and Producer. Read more

Solstice Lauren

17 - 23

SOLSTICE LAUREN (they/them), is a playwright, director, and actor from Gloucester, MA. They have a passion for storytelling in all forms, especially the all-encompassing world of theatre. Acting credits: Bemused (Erato, Powerhouse Experimental Theater), First... Read more

Sarah Moran

16-28

Sarah Moran is an actress from Ireland, currently signed with Centre Stage Agency in Dublin. Recent theatre credits include Living Quarters (Irish Repertory Theatre), Big Top (Smock Alley Theatre), Sugar (DU Players Theatre), and Potatoland... Read more

George Roman

20-35

George Roman is working relentlessly on the craft of acting. Read more

Defne Özkan

16-30

Defne Ozkan is currently a BFA acting student at Pace Performing Arts. Originally from Istanbul, she has been in numerous productions in New York including “A Sketch Comedy of New York” at The Producers Club,... Read more

Rachel Patrice

15-35

RACHEL PATRICE (Jada) is an actor, screenwriter and director. They are thrilled to make their New York Theater Festival Debut in this spicy production. Rachel, like Jada, has also worked in comedy clubs and restaurants... Read more

Vianca Perez

17-25

Vianca Camila Pérez is a bilingual actress from Bayamon, Puerto Rico. Spending much of her childhood and teen years collaborating in theater, she decided to seek acting training in the U.S. She graduated with a... Read more

Annika Stenstedt

16-28

She is a graduate of NYU/Tisch School of the Arts, where she trained at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting and the Department of Drama’s New Studio on Broadway. Previous credits include: Bandstand (Mrs. Adams),... Read more

Esther Kohl

18-30

Esther Kohl is a Brooklyn-based director, actor, and musician with a Drama BFA from NYU. Read more

Sean Hoagland

35-45

Maryland with a degree in Theatre Performance. Most recently he starred in Occasionally Nothing at Theater for the New City and produced and starred in two short films, I Love You Too and Through Open... Read more

natalia shane

18-28

Natalia Shane is and Actresss and model currently studying acting at NYU ETW tisch. She’s excited for you to see. Read more

Josh Greenfield

55-60

Josh Greenfeld is the author of "My Greatest Treasure: A Short Play." He also plays the sole role in this one-man show. Read more

Stephen J Burke

40-60

Stephen is pleased to help present "Mile 59" to the public as part of the inaugural cast in the roles of Reverend Watson and Pratt. Stephen returned to community theater in 2019 after being away... Read more

Clay Herzberg

N/A

Clay Herzberg is an award winning musical theater composer based in NYC. His works include AIDEN (Winner! Short Play Festival NYC 2025, Surfside Playhouse 2024, Lincoln Center 2023), The Amazons of Overcote High (New York... Read more

judith ackerman

60 onward

principal roles in plays of Frank Craven, which were done at LaTea, principal roles in plays of Bertold Brecht and Luigi Pirandello and Giroudoux favorite role, Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Being Earnest, Minor... Read more

Amy Pan

16-35

Amy is an NYC-based actor, writer, and sometimes director! She has a B.A. from the University of Kentucky and studied for a summer at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts. Recent roles include... Read more

Brighton Valor Horan

19-29

Brighton Valor Horan (they/them) is a multidisciplinary theatre artist based in NYC and Southern New England. They are a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts with concentrations in Directing and Theatre &... Read more

Calli Medley

18-30

Calli Medley is an actor, singer/songwriter, musician and dancer. Recent credits: ELSA WERTMAN/MINVERA JONES, The Hill:...Spoon River; MORGAN, The Wayward Women; LUCI, Wish Mirage; and ANTONIA, The Country Play. Proud Alumni of the William Esper... Read more

Ashley LaCambria

18-28

Ashley (she/her) is so excited for the opportunity to bring another new character to life! With a BFA in Acting from Marymount Manhattan College, she has been living and acting in NYC for over 10... Read more

Sean Szak Prasso

na

Sean Szak Prasso (Director) is a theatre director based in NYC. In 2022 Prasso made his debut with Oscar Wilde’s La Sainte Courtisane & A Florentine Tragedy (ATA). He went on to direct Pañuelos for... Read more

Chandler Stephenson

18-30

Chandler Stephenson is a director and actor from Athens, Georgia, who attended undergrad at Georgia College. After receiving his BA in Theatre, Chandler was one of four students offered a spot at the prestigious Actors... Read more

Brooke Lyn

16-25

Brooke Lyn (she/her) is a New York-based actor getting her degree from Sands College of Performing Arts at Pace University for a BA in Acting with the International Performance Ensemble (IPE). Her most recent work... Read more

Rosie Corr

20-30

Rosie Corr is a passionate director, choreographer, and arts educator with an emphasis in artistry that centers consent, agency, and humanity. She has worked professionally as an Assistant Director both in NYC and regionally: collaborating... Read more

Cheryl Hughes

35-50

Cheryl Hughes (she,her) is an actor/writer who resides in Northern Westchester, NY. Her stage experience includes stand-up comedy, showcases, improv, and live theater. Read more

Anastasiia Duvallie

18-30

Anastasiia Duvallie is a trilingual actress working and living in New York City. Anastasiia started studying theatre and attended art school from a young age. After graduating from Youth Theater School, she joined an avant... Read more

Rick Masley

50-80

Rick was a blues and 50’s and 60’s R&B singer for many years in NYC. He did shows across the country. The highlight was opening for and backing Chuck Berry in Virginia Beach in the... Read more

Amanda Wester

22-30

Amanda Wester is a New York-based actor making her debut as a playwright. A graduate of the William Esper Studio, she is drawn to dramatic roles and period pieces, recently performing in multiple Shakespeare productions.... Read more

Julie Bausivoir

18-25

Born in France, Julie moved to NYC to attend the American Dramatic Arts where she graduated in 2022. She previously worked in France on different short films. She also worked on projects in the city,... Read more

Ken Perlstein

N/A

Ken is a New York-based actor and comedian earning an MFA from the Actor’s Studio. On stage Ken has worked on off off and off Broadway shows and as a stand up comic, is a... Read more

Corinne Prudente

16-30

Corinne Prudente is a multi-hyphenate performer and artist based in NYC. They are returning to the role of Mary Vetsera after a successful staged reading of United in Love, Until Death with Tier 5. They... Read more

Travis Pratt

30 - 45

With a powerful engaging presence, and love for people, Rolling Stone deemed Travis as Perfect for TV. Travis Pratt is a multi-talented, award-winning tenor with extensive on-stage experience. A graduate of The University of Michigan... Read more

Carole Montgomery

55-70

Carole Montgomery is a veteran comedian with over 45 years of experience. She created the hit comedy series Funny Women of a Certain Age. Read more

Colby Thompson

25-30

Colby is a NYC-based composer, playwright, and occasional actor and director. He is a graduate of the University of Vermont, where he wrote his first complete musical, The Tempest, with a book by Amanda Hill.... Read more

Monica Joy Cancian

25

Monica Cancian is a biracial playwright born and raised in New York City. She loves writing plays that have to do themes with the supernatural and spirituality. She also writes plays on social issues. Monica... Read more

Rachel Perrie

15-23

Rachel Perrie (She/Her) is a young actress working primarily in musical theater. She graduated from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in June 2022. She has previously taken on roles such as Cinderella in Into... Read more

Sophia Schott

18-35

SOPHIA SCHOTT (she/her) is a composer, librettist, and director from Minneapolis, Minnesota. After studying at Grinnell College and the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, Sophia was awarded the Curd Fellowship to write and produce her own... Read more

Broderik Finken

16-25

Broderik Finken (Newsmax, Harry) is very excited to be apart of I Don't Wanna Be Here, and to be performing in his first theatre festival. Broderik is currently enrolled at NYU in the Tisch School... Read more

Fenrir Lewin

18-25

Fen has been acting for four years. They have played various roles such as “Schroeder” in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, “Boris Kholenkov” in You Can’t Take it With You, “Nino Quincampoix” in Amélie,... Read more

Robert Flamm

45+

Mr. Flamm grew up in Tanzania where his relationships were primarily with chimpanzees, as his mother worked with Jane Goodall. That is how developed his love for the theater and writing. Robert was able to... Read more

Spencer Meade

30-45Spencer Meade is a stand up, comedy writer, and performer based in Brooklyn, NY. He’s trained in improvisation, sketch, and characters at The Upright Citizens Brigade, Second City, and The Annoyance. They created, produce, and serve as head writer for Queer Window (NY Comedy Festival, SF Sketchfest), an all-LGBTQIA+ sketch show, and are a contributor to The Onion.

Spencer Meade is a stand up, comedy writer, and performer based in Brooklyn, NY. He’s trained in improvisation, sketch, and characters at The Upright Citizens Brigade, Second City, and The Annoyance. They created, produce, and... Read more

Mattie Parker

20-35

Mattie Parker is a Brooklyn based artist and believes they ARE a New Yorker despite only living here for 3 years (though at the time of reading this it's hopefully many more!) Something they did... Read more

Erwin J. Guerrero

16-25

Erwin is very excited to have the opportunity to perform this beautiful piece in front of an audience for the first time. They have recently performed in CDC Theatre’s rendition of La Valentía. As well... Read more

John Ross FISCHER

32-33

Hailing from Long Island, John R. Fischer has been pursuing his dream for acting since the fourth grade when he starred as Harvey Johnson in "Bye, Bye Birdie." Trained at HB Studios and the Matthew... Read more

Lil Malinich

30-37

Lil Malinich is an actress, director, producer and acting coach. Feature film and TV credits include Construction and Paradise, “All My Children,” “Gotham,” and “Law & Order.” Lil directed The Verve Project's “Laundry & Bourbon”... Read more

Emma Miller

18-23

Emma currently lives in Tucson AZ and came back to the area to perform in the NYTF in the show she co-wrote! She is one of the founding members of Roundtable Theater Company!! Emma has... Read more

Sarah Kimberly Becker

25-35

Sarah Kimberly Becker is a NYC based theatre maker and educator. Her artistic practice centers around women and femme stories in visceral and emotionally raw landscapes. Becker has previously performed at Regional Theatres such as... Read more

Diar Xani

Diar Xani graduated from the Faculty of Acting in Macedonia, and the Faculty of Directing at the. University of Prishtina, as well as a Master’s Degree. He continued PhD in Radio TV and. Cinema at... Read more

Grace Sword

16-24

Grace Sword is a recent graduate from UNC Chapel Hill where she majored in Dramatic Art and Creative Writing. During her time in undergrad, she was heavily involved in UNCs theater community, acting in various... Read more

Fletcher Michael

25-35

Fletcher Michael is a writer, actor, and director. He is the founder of Infinite Monkey Theater Company, which produces both full-length plays and a monthly sketch comedy show (Chimp Cocktail). While his background is mainly... Read more

Ellen Karis

N/A

Ellen Karis is the “Greek Goddess of Comedy” and has performed Stand-Up Comedy all over North America. She has three comedy specials, her latest on the Dry Bar Comedy Channel called “Dreams Don’t Come True”.... Read more

Christina Gove

16 - 30

Christina Gove is well trained actress, singer and dancer who was born and raised in Cumberland, Maine. She has been performing since the age of 7, and has participated in numerous musical and theatrical productions... Read more

John Ganim III

17-27

John Ganim III is a New York based actor from North Carolina. He studied at the University of North Carolina Greensboro where he received a BFA in acting. He has Musical Theatre training, is great... Read more

Mariola Garcia

18-27

Mariola is a born and raised Mexican multidisciplinary artist whose passion and training for the arts started at the young age of 4 . She moved to NYC at age 18 to train at The... Read more

Kaila Williams

25-30

Kaila Williams (Filmmaker and Photographer) is a Poughkeepsie-based filmmaker and the founder of the photography company Defined Digitals. She has worked across numerous roles in media production, serving as assistant director, editor, and production coordinator... Read more

Isabelle Garbani

45-65

Isabelle Garbani is an artist and performer based in Brooklyn NY, with an MFA in sculpture from the New York Academy of Art. After years of making community-engaged public installations, she has recently returned to... Read more

Peter Del Re

20s

Born and raised in New York City, Peter just recently graduated from Marymount Manhattan College with a double BA in Directing & Film Studies. Previously, he's directed an excerpted production of Jennifer Haley's "Neighborhood 3:... Read more

Angelo Mercado

30-40

New York native Angelo Mercado Jr. Charges the stage and screen With his unique blend of wit, humor and Latin charm, Angelo has booked roles on several TV shows including , "Little Voice", "Do not... Read more

Lillian Ryan Farrell

60s

Lillian Ryan Farrell is honored to be a part of this very important story under the writing and direction of Allison McCarthy Ognibene. Theatrical roles include Peggy in Godspell, Ghost of Christmas Past in A... Read more

Raine Woods

16-24

Raine Woods, (they/them), is a non-binary performer whose past musical experience consists of leads in Anastasia and Beauty and the Beast, along with other roles in Les Miserables, Lion King, Footloose, and much more. They’ve... Read more

Dan McCallion

28-38

Dan McCallion is an actor and comedian who’s performed across multiple platforms. Films he can be seen starring in include Wandering Off alongside Larisa Oleynik and Christina Brucato on Amazon Prime, GetMeThere, which won Best... Read more

James J. Santora

52-60

I started acting first with community theater in Darien, CT, Stamford,CT and Westport, CT from 1994-2006. Professionally since 2007 to the present. I’ve been in numerous theater plays off broadway and off off broadway as... Read more

Molly Gazay

30-40

Molly Gazay is an award winning actor and filmmaker based in New York hailing from San Francisco, Ca working in Dark Comedy and Sci-fi genre’s. Molly is a small business owner and runs her own... Read more

Robert L Bradvica

25-40

Robert .L Bradvica first moved to NYC to attend the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts in 2015, and since then has dabbled in all aspects of theater, from directing and producing, to stage managing... Read more

Nancy Pop

20-30

Nancy Pop is an award-winning Romanian-American actress, producer, and director based in New York. Recent credits include Two Bimbos’ December production of BUT I MET YOU ON TV at TheaterLab NYC, voiceover work for the... Read more

Rayyaan S Jameel

25-40

Rayyaan S Jameel is a Canadian born and globally raised artist and entrepreneur. The founder of EPIC Labs. He has been in the human performance space for over 15 years which all started with him... Read more

McKenna Flekman

15-21

This is McKenna’s first performance on a NYC stage and she is absolutely ecstatic about that and getting to be a part of the New York Theater Festival. She is currently getting her BFA in... Read more

Elaine Whitbeck

17-28

Elaine (They/She), is a Guatemalan-born artist who is passionate about creating holistic characters and exploring movements to raise awareness for voices that can not be heard. They first began their theatre journey when they moved... Read more

Ariana Perez

17-27

Ariana (she/her) hopes to make the lonely moments less lonely through creating and sharing art. She graduated with a BFA in Drama from the NYU Tisch School of the Arts in December of 2022. At... Read more

Ana de Mello

19-30

Ana De Mello was born and raised in Brazil. Recently graduated from NYC’s AMDA in the Musical Theatre Conservatory Program. She has an extensive amount of musical theatre credits in Brazil including performing the title... Read more

Joey Anderson

20s

Joey Anderson is an undergrad in the BFA Acting program at Montclair University. He has many previous roles in student written productions and local theaters within his home town of Canton Ohio. Read more

Philip Kushner

35-45

Philip is an Actor/Writer/Director in New York. He was featured in the Movie Kinsey as the Bellhop. As a part of the HB Studio Theatre Ensemble he performed in the plays, The Long Goodbye, Unity,... Read more

Francesca Bolam

24-36

Francesca Bolam is a British born Brooklyn based Actor and Writer. Bolam graduated The American Musical Dramatic Academy NY & LA in 2014. Bolam gained her BFA in Musical Theatre from The New School NYC.... Read more

Roman Matcz

18-28

Roman Matcz is a committed Actor, Writer, Singer, and Musician who has tirelessly pursued the trade. Roman’s recent noted credits include the Summer 2022 productions of “Putting it Together” (Man 2) and “The Addams Family”... Read more

Patricia Kusumaningtyas

24

Patricia Kusumaningtyas is an Indonesian poet, theatre practitioner, and critic based in Brooklyn, NY. They previously stage managed First Sight: A Queer Indonesian Love Story with Lime Arts Productions. Other credits include: dramaturg for The... Read more

Gonzalo Valencia-Peña

30-40

Gonzalo is a composer, lyricist, music director, accompanist, actor, educator, and physicist. He immigrated from Chile at the age of 8 and has been working in theater and writing songs since the age of 14.... Read more

Carl Bernzeig

50-70

Carl Bernzweig is an actor and writer. He has trained at Circle in the Square Theatre School, Brandeis University, HB Studios and with Jeff Passero. He recently performed his own work, YOUR HOT GRANDMA WORE... Read more

Ellie Nighswander

18-30

Ellie Nighswander is elated to join the cast of Legacy Admissions as Dean Baxter. This is Ellie’s NYC performance debut, though her other credits include community theater productions as Mushu in Mulan; Mayzie la Bird... Read more

Michael Giorgio

40-50

Recent roles include Arnold Weissberger in The Coming Storm at Theater for the New City; The Father in October 7th – University Tour; Matt (cover) in Honor at ART/NYC. Past Projects: Sign in the Six... Read more

Kevin C. Carr

45-65

KEVIN C. CARR (George Collins) is an actor, magician, mentalist, & comedian based out of the NYC Metro Area with work that spans three decades in Circus, Film, TV, & Theater. Notable credits include Film/TV:... Read more

Betty Amelia

25-34

Born and raised in Caracas. Trained at the Stella Adler Studio, Broadway Dreams Foundation, and Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. Has worked with theater companies in Spain and Venezuela. Recent credits include Bodas de Blood... Read more

Catherine Crimmins

20-30

Catherine Crimmins hails from the small town of Westford, Massachusetts and loves speaking about herself in the third person. Catherine graduated from The Pennsylvania State University with a BFA in Acting and is thrilled to... Read more

Quentin Thomson

16-27

Quentin Thomson is an engineer by day and an actor by night. Outside of acting, he performs stand-up comedy and even writes/produces his own films including a viral film he made to land an audition... Read more

Kazue Peck

40-50

Originally from Yokohama, Kazue Peck is an actor, translator and voiceover artist based in Queens, NY. Favorite theatre credits include After the Rain and Sundown at La MaMa, Phantasmic Physical Theatre at HERE Arts, Kutsukake... Read more

Hayley Pass

18-35

Hayley has loved performing for as long as she can remember! She is thrilled to be participating in the NY Theater Festival for the first time. Prior shows include Rock of Ages, Almost, Maine, 12... Read more

Jason Pollock

45 to 55

Jason Pollock, an entertainer known for his awkward form of standup comedy, has entertained audiences across the region and beyond doing stand-up, theater, and film. He cultivated his relationships with some of the industry’s greatest... Read more

Liz Steinmetz

15-30

Liz Steinmetz (she/they) is an actor/model/mover based in NYC. A fierce friend. A silly clown. Liz is really grateful to be making such heartfelt work. Read more

Benjamin Paulk

15-25

Benjamin Paulk (he/him) is a Brooklyn based Actor/Singer/Writer originally hailing from Williamsburg, VA. He received his BFA in Acting from Pace University and is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful production. He was... Read more

Stephanie Londono

22-33

Stephanie Londono is a Native New Yorker and multifaceted performer, actor, singer, dancer model and mom. Her career started with training in Rosies Broadway Kids, the world famous Broadway Dance Center and later graduating from... Read more

Molly McCollow

14-26

This is Molly McCollow’s first appearance in the New York Theatre Festival. Recently, she has been part of the one-act festival at AMT Theatre and can be heard in the audiobook “The Pine Child” on... Read more

James D. Rich

40-55

James David Rich (Father Hogan) is ecstatic to get to sink his teeth into this exciting, new play. Notable Theater: Roxy Gottlieb in “Golden Boy” (Off-Off Broadway). TV: “FBI: Most Wanted”, “The Deuce”, “The Marvelous... Read more

Ris Ayerst

18-30

Ris (she/her) is a New York based Actor and Director. She is thrilled to be participating in the New York Theatre Festival for a second season and getting to work with such an incredible team.... Read more

Cian Genaro

16-35

Cian Genaro, is an actor and musician, born and raised in New York City. He got his start at 11, Playing Peter Pan in his high school theater program, and went on to play roles... Read more

Cherise Kimoy James

16-35

Cherise Kimoy is a dedicated, risk-taking artist who hopes to bring awareness and delight to others through her work. Originally from Miami, FL, she received her BFA in Acting from the University of Central Florida... Read more

William Pope

18-30

William Pope is an actor, writer, and director originally from Nashville, Tennessee. He got his BFS in Theater Arts with a concentration in Acting at Long Island University Post. His debut for writing and directing... Read more

Robin Brenner

45-55

ROBIN BRENNER is a SAG-AFTRA and AEA actor with a career in theater, film, and TV. Recent credits include Jinx (NY Indie Shorts Awards), Freehold, Celebrations (LIIFE festival), Blackheads (SXSW), and Cellular. Her theater work... Read more

Ryan Albinus

18-32

Ryan Albinus is a non-binary EMC actor located in Brooklyn. Some of Ryan's most notable roles include: Prior (Angels in America pt.1), Puck (Midsummer Nights Dream), Mark (Rent) at the Redhouse Arts Center. Mr. Foggs/Ensemble... Read more

Michael Takiff

60-72

Trained as an actor, dancer, and classical singer, Yale grad Michael Takiff spent ten years touring the country as a stand-up comic. He is author/performer of two works of solo theater: Jews, God, and History... Read more

G. R. Ariadne

N/A

G.R. Ariadne is a New York Playwright, Artist, & Producer from the Jersey Shore. She seeks to embody the spirit of William Burroughs in her work: “All writing is in fact cut-ups. A collage of... Read more

Kiera Moran

17-25

Theater credits include LIKEWISE at New York Theater Festival (2025), Wesleyan University’s She Kills Monsters (Kalliope), Top Girls (Joyce), the original run of LIKEWISE (Joey), and Lottery Boy (staged reading, Edwin Sánchez dir. Maria-Christina Oliveras).... Read more

Joshua Piper

16-26

Joshua Piper is a Senior Theatre Performance Major at Wagner College on Staten Island, but is originally from Katy, Texas. He’s an actor and a playwright as well as a part of the LGBTQ+ and... Read more

Riccardo Costa

38-47

Introducing Riccardo Costa, an accomplished and multifaceted creative professional from Bologna, Italy. With a Master's degree in Media Studies and a background in Film & Television Production from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, Riccardo's... Read more

William Burns

21-35

William Burns is an actor/singer/writer living in Hell's Kitchen, NY. Recently he has been performing original works in various theaters across the city, as well as original music. Read more

CANTRELL LOVETT

40

Cantrell first took the stage in 7th grade where she played Evelyn. This professional vocalist is a well-known soloist that has performed at various events for all occasions. Read more

Yarrow Hachey

20

Yarrow is a director based out of Manhattan, NY. Some of her credits include; Red Bike (Assistant Director, BFA MainStage), The Writer and His Friends (Creative Cafe), The Moors (Playground Theatre Co.). She is a... Read more

Jenna Rosebrough

25-35

Jenna is a dynamic vocalist and performer with a background in Pop, R&B, Jazz, Blues, Opera, and Musical Theater. Her multidisciplinary experience—ranging from vocal performance and acting to technical theater and concert production—brings depth and... Read more

Kathleen (Kat) Reeve

22-30

Kat is a Brooklyn based actor and singer who thrives in interdisciplinary performance, and a foot in both the musical and theatre worlds, she actively seeks out unique genre work and infuses her own love... Read more

Riley Scott

22-45

Riley Scott is a multifaceted actor with an unusual ear for the linguistic nuance making up a script. His development of the title-role in Soirée at Walter Benjamin's (Winterfest, 2023) not only forced him to... Read more

Cameron P Pillitteri

16-30

A Long Island native, Cameron first started acting after his second grade teacher asked him to play the lead in a class reading of the Polar Express. Since then, Cameron has performed all alongside the... Read more

Esme Mitchell

14-24

Esme Mitchell she/her (Leni) is proud to present Madylon in the New York Theater Festival! Favorite theatrical credits include Spelling Club (The Flea Theater), We Are The Tigers (NYU), Girls Online (PACE University), Emma Nolan... Read more

Ben Trela

16-29

BEN TRELA is a Brooklyn-based actor, singer, and writer who has performed in over fifteen theatrical productions. They trained at Stella Adler and currently study vocal technique with Kevin Gasio. Ben’s recent work includes Rising... Read more

Julian Rich

40-60

I am a British transplant who has been living in NYC for 20+ years. I've acted in community theatre productions in the UK, in Germany and here in the US, trained at the Atlantic Theater. Read more

Lucie Tassel

24-35

Lucie Tassel is an artist with 15 years' experience, and a completely atypical background. Being French, she naturally made her debut in Paris, where she is originally from. Under the direction of Ned Grujic, she... Read more

Camille Armstrong

49

Camille attended NYC's High School of the Arts (The FAME school), where she studied Vocal music and picked up (and ran with) "Stepping" along the way. During those years, she sang back-up for Morgan Heritage... Read more

Michael Tyrell

37-50

Michael Tyrell, a native of Brooklyn, is a member of the Renegade Theatre Company, founded by Vincent Pastore and Maureen Van Zandt. Recent theatre credits include A View from the Bridge and The Country Girl.... Read more

Jess Lauricello

20s

Jess Lauricello (she/they) is an NYC-based interdisciplinary theatre artist and tree-hugger who believes in you and aliens. She writes and interprets plays in some sort of mad attempt to discover herself and her relationship to... Read more

Barbara Bloemink

48-70

Performed in both Shakespeare and contemporary roles in NYC and Connecticut Read more

Will Fulton Jr

45-50

Will Fulton has always been drawn to the stage. As a teen, he fell in love with Hip-Hop music and started a rap group. Entertaining is his passion, so he pursued a lifelong dream of... Read more

Kelsey Collins

16-27

Kelsey Collins is an NYC-based actor from Libertyville, Illinois. She was in the recent graduating class of 2024 at the SUNY Purchase Acting BFA (co 48). Kelsey recently won Best Performance at the Astoria Film... Read more

Johnny Diaz

16-28

Johnny Diaz (He, Him, His). Born in Miami, to Cuban parents, Based out of New York City started acting with SAH kids (Sociedad Actoral Hispanoamericana) at the young age of 6. By the time Johnny... Read more

Vivian Ortiz

28-45

Vivian Ortiz is an American actress whose most recent role was as Chona in “A Real B”, a play about women gathering in celebration and sorrow. She was also in "A Sketch of New York",... Read more

Milan Parodie

18-30

Milan is proud and excited to be performing in her first original production after recently graduating from Marymount Manhattan College. She has appeared as Heather Mcnamara in Heathers the musical at Bar Nine and has... Read more

Shiraz Tzarfati

19-30

Shiraz Tzarfati is an Israeli-French actor, born and raised in Tel Aviv. Shiraz moved to New York to study at the Lee Strasberg Theater & Film Institute. It was there she fell in love with... Read more

Nicky Quirindongo

15-25

Nicky Quirindongo is a Puerto Rican-Italian actor born and raised in Morningside Heights, NYC! He is currently a second year acting major at The New School’s School of Drama at the College of Performing Arts.... Read more

Josey Miller

26-40

Josey Miller (She/Her) is an actor, singer, and freelance casting director based in Jersey City! Select credits include originating roles in new works such as Love in Idleness (Off Bway), The Perfect Mate (PCLO), Game... Read more

Gabrielle Cady

18-28

Gabrielle Cady is an actress and designer originally from California. She studied at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in conjunction with the Stella Adler Studio of Acting, graduating in 2020 with a... Read more

Angelique Bencivenga

18-24

My name is Angelique Bencivenga and I am a New York actor, I study acting at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. I've done many short films and am excited to be a part of... Read more

Andy Young

30-40

Andy Young, Panamanian-Bilingual (English/Spanish). Recently debuted her Off-Broadway one woman show CROSSING OVER at Theatre 315 which she wrote, starred in and produced. She is a founding member of the New Short Play Festival; has... Read more

Caitlin Howe

13-25

Caitlin is so excited to be working with this phenomenal cast! After graduating from AMDA in 2022, she has performed in many different capacities, such as with Disney Cruise Line, Dollywood, and Bluegate Musical’s “The... Read more

Jack Clark

17-27

Hi there! Here I am in 1500 characters of information that I cannot already give you, that you can see in other places. Obviously I’m not going to tell you my name because that would... Read more

Michael Walker

20-35

Michael Jayne Walker is a Brooklyn-based singer, actor, and rock musician who has appeared nationally and internationally in shows like Rent, Hair, and Godspell. They also play regularly with glam-punk band The Manimals. Read more

Antonio Doza

25-35

Antonio Doza is a dancer, actor and model based in New York City. Antonio is known for his captivating presence, clear teaching technique and all-around festive, inviting energy. He has traveled throughout the world educating... Read more

Phoebe Eileen Grech

17-30

Phoebe Eileen Grech is a Long Island based Director, Actress and Playwright. She has been involved with theater and performing since the age of 10 and has been a part of various creative projects ever... Read more

Charlotte Horan

18-25

Charlotte Horan is an actor and writer from Massachusetts and based in Brooklyn. Recently she has been seen in Mondo Teatro and Women is Born in the Afternoon by Roman D’Ambrosio. BFA in theatre from... Read more

Mari Sitner

20s

Mari Sitner is a director and playwright making her New York Theatre Festival debut as the director of Teeth. She is a founding member of Bad Mouth Theatre Company in Saint Paul, MN. Previous directing... Read more

Ereni Sevasti

30-40

Ereni Sevasti is a singer, actor, musician, and singing teacher whose performance highlights include The Bacchae (Shakespeare in the Park); Joan Baez in Search: Paul Clayton (Martha's Vineyard Playhouse); and Lili in Carnival! (Kennedy Center).... Read more

Danielle DiBattista

18

Danielle is 18 years old and currently a student at Sussex County Community college majoring in Theater Arts. After community, she plans to attend a 4 year school to receive a degree in Theatre Education.... Read more

Max Richards

17-30

Max Richadds (he/him) is an actor and singer, originally from Kirksville, Missouri. max has spent his first two years in New York exploring new works and meeting as many exciting new artists as possible. Recent... Read more

Alexandra Zografos

18-30

Alexandra Zografos (She/Her) is very excited to be a part of GATBGW. Her recent credits include the national tour of Cocomelon Live!, Willy Wonka at the Argyle Theatre and Limelight Theatre Company’s new works play... Read more

Lyla Tsiokos

15-22

LYLA TSIOKOS is thrilled to be a part of such a special production with great friends. TV: Law & Order SVU (S26E18). Regional Theatre: Boy/Ensemble in Henry V (Orlando Shakes), Fan/Lucy Cratchit in A Christmas... Read more

Juliana Pedroso

-

Juliana Pedroso is a Brazilian theatrical producer, writer and director. She is the creator of the new musical Rio Uphill. Her credits as a producer include, the new musical comedy What Do Critics Know? (NYC),... Read more

Mia Pelosi

17-27

Mia Pelosi (she/her) is a writer, singer/songwriter, and actor based in NYC. She holds a BFA in Drama from NYU Tisch School of the Arts, having trained in both the New Studio on Broadway and... Read more

Cassidy Grady

18-30

Cassidy Grady is an actor and dancer originally from New Castle, Pennsylvania. Most recently, she played Anna Dostoevsky in Anna & Fyodor at the Lambs Club in New York City. Another highlight includes The Silver... Read more

Casper Burgos

19-32

asper Burgos is a rising actor, filmmaker, and writer from Hartford, CT. He made his acting debut in early 2023 in the short film Be Mine and soon after took to the stage, performing as... Read more

Mell Ahmed

30-40

Mell Ahmed is thrilled to make her professional acting debut in Arrangements. She is a Bangladeshi-American actor, writer, and director based in Harlem, by way of Iowa. She is currently studying at The Barrow Group,... Read more

Angel Rodela

17-25

Angel Rodela (they/them) is a Texas Native and a recent graduate of the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts. Some previous shows include: Drunk Musicals (Off Broadway), Head Over Heels (Mopsa), 35MM (Woman 1), Vanities... Read more

John Lampe

28-48

John Lampe is a director, writer, and performer. His work has been seen across the US and in Europe. In New York, he has worked with companies such as Urban Stages, New Circle Theatre, Frog... Read more

Kendall Grady

18-30

Kendall Grady (Writer/ Director, She/her) is an NYU Tisch graduate (Experimental Theatre Wing and the New Studio on Broadway). At NYU, she wrote and produced Unsent Messages, exploring our relationships with the things we’ve left... Read more

Jagger Dunning

Blue/Green

Jagger Dunning is a dynamic performer and director studying Theatre at Hofstra University. With a passion for acting, directing, dance, and tech theatre, he’s appeared in productions like Sweeney Todd, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and... Read more

Andrew Mauney

30-40

Andrew is a multi-hyphenate artist originally from Pittsburgh, PA. He has performed around the United States in various stage productions, both regional and touring. He also has worked on both TV and film projects. He... Read more

Caitlyn Piedra

18-25

Caitlyn is a Miami-born Cuban-American actress, and a recent graduate of Shenandoah Conservatory. She is grateful for her friends and family for their endless support. Read more

Jillian Soares

25-30

Jillian is an NYC-based actor, vocalist, and curious nerd, with a passion for new works and salient stories. She's toured the US, and traveled the globe as a vocalist on the high seas. Over the... Read more

Blanca Franck

20-30

BLANCA FRANCK, represented by Bonafide & Emerging Artists, brings her talent and passion to the stage and screen. Her theater credits include memorable performances as Fawn/DOE 2 in Critters, Simone in Public Assistance, and the... Read more

Duchess

18-29

Duchess is a singer, actress and songwriter based in Long Island, New York. She has always had a passion for being on the stage and made it her personal mission to be a part of... Read more

Edmillie Binet

18-24

Hello! I'm Edmillie Binet, a recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, specializing in acting. Known for my adaptability, vivacity, and versatility across various creative domains, I'm not just a performer – I'm... Read more

Danielle Meola Valencia

25-35

Choreographer: Goblins and Gates at NYTF and PVP. Theater: Carly in Three on a Dime (The Acorn); Lucille Frank in Parade (OLT); Sally Bowles in Cabaret & Marian Paroo in The Music Man (Algonquin/NJYT); Susan... Read more

McKenna Dixon

15-25

McKenna Dixon (she/her) is an actor hailing from Los Angeles, California, currently based in New York City. She studies Theatre Performance at Fordham University and has particularly enjoyed immersing herself in Latinx narratives and heightened... Read more

Ali Ragazzini

13-26

Ali Ragazzini is beyond thrilled to be making her NYC debut in Shudder! She earned her BFA in Musical Theater from The Boston Conservatory where she performed in Head Over Heels, Machinal, and Swing! She... Read more

Annika Stenstedt

16-28

Annika Stenstedt is a graduating senior at NYU/Tisch School of the Arts, where she completed her primary training at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting, and has now completed her professional training at the Department... Read more

Abby Erff

16-25

Abby Erff is New York City based multi-hyphenate artist. Her love for theater has been growing since age five, when she played a ghostling in her local community theatre production of The Legend of Sleepy... Read more

CECILIA BRACEY

24

CECILIA BRACEY (Director) is a director based in NYC. She is so honored to be directing SORRY! WE’RE CLOSED at the New York Theatre Festival where she will be making her New York City directing... Read more

April Schwartz

20 - 33

April Schwartz (Erica Leichweisz) is honored to be reprising her role with the cast of Likewise here at the New York Theater Festival. Her recent credits include Wesleyan University productions: The Mayor in Wolfcrush, Starveling... Read more

Kirsten Brandt

45-55

Kirsten Brandt is a director an dplaywright. She served as Executive Artistic Director of the Sledgehammer Theatre (San Diego’s leading alternative theater) where she produced 25 productions. Brandt served as Associate Artistic Director of San... Read more

Therese McGinn

60-70

Therese McGinn‘s theatre roles include Tracy ‘Eleanor’ Jones in Tracy Jones, ArtHouse Productions; wicked Kiswahili-speaking owners of enslaved people in serial versions of ‘Maafa,’ Incarn Productions; French and Irish characters in several Tony Barone productions;... Read more

David Grice

20-35

David Grice-(BA Theatre Studies MSU). David is an avid theatre artist and enthusiast. His work has been seen at venues such as Joe’s Pub (Sentenced to Sentences) , La MAMA (Noodles Astray), Wild Project (The... Read more

Logan Clingan

16-28

Comedic, Charming, and Edgy...this nonbinary artist embraces life to the fullest and puts their heart in everything that they do. I am passionate about telling stories that continue to inspire others to embrace their true... Read more

Charles Bernard Murray

CB has a BA with a Concentration in Social Justice from SUNY Empire State College. He has performed on TV, in Film, in numerous Off-Broadway productions and featured twice on Broadway. He’s composed, produced, and... Read more

Tess Nameth Beck

17-27

Tess Nameth Beck is an actress, singer and musical theater performer. She has a passion for performing arts and is really excited to share it with you!​ Read more

Bella Balsamo

19-30

Bella Balsamo is an actor and producer born and raised in Los Angeles. She spent nearly seven years producing in New York whilst studying The Method at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. She... Read more

Matthew Aponte

21

Matthew is an aspiring director passionate about telling stories that resonate with wide audiences. With a background in theatre starting in third grade and continuing through college, he values the power of performance to express... Read more

Meena Venkat

45

Meena Venkat is a renowned dancer with over 20 years of experience in Bharatanatyam and Bollywood styles. She is the founder of Nruthu Aaloka, a premier Bollywood fusion Dance School in the tri-state area. Meena... Read more

Caleb Moreno

16-24

“Caleb Moreno is an Actor, Playwright, and Director originally from Vermont. Caleb is Thrilled and honored to be making their New York Theater Festival Debut in this show. This story carries a lot of significance... Read more

Adele Simms

14-30

Adele Simms (she/they) is ecstatic to be apart of The Virgin Mimi! Their recent credits include Off-Broadway: Stranger Sings: the Parody Musical (Will), TV/ Film: Gossip Girl, And Just Like That, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,... Read more

Alexa Robbins

24-30

Hi! I'm Alexa. I was born and raised in Ypsilanti Michigan, on a small farm with a family I adore. The youngest of four, I spent my childhood looking up to my older sister who... Read more

Lane McLeod Jackson

28-42

Lane McLeod Jackson is an actor, writer, director, and (unless you hear differently) human who has worked professionally in New York, New Jersey, and Ireland. Since he returned to performance in 2021 he's been cast... Read more

Nakkia Smalls

22

was born and raised in Manhattan, NY. She was a Theatre Major at the Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts where she held roles in Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew, Romeo & Juliet and... Read more

Paul Pallotta

20-35

Born in Long Island, but growing up in North Carolina, Paul found himself at a crossroad in life when he dropped out of Community College and didn't know what to do. That's when he turned... Read more

Paul Dederick

27-40

Paul Dederick holds a Masters in Classical Acting from The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts. He has worked in New York, Chicago, Seattle and many places in-between. In his work both as a... Read more

David Bonderoff

late 20s-early 30s

David Bonderoff (he/they) is a Brooklyn-based director, producer, editor, writer, and comedian whose work focuses on character-driven, queer-inclusive comedy. He developed, directed, and produced the 10-episode digital comedy series The Hosts with writer/actor Ben Odom;... Read more

Maddie London

20-30

Maddie London is an actor, director, and playwright. She recently finished her time at the University of New Hampshire as a BA acting and directing student. Maddie is a strong actor in both contemporary and... Read more

Steph Miller

20-30

Steph is an NYC based actor and prodicer, who is passionate about new plays. Recent credits include: THE SHOTS THAT SHOOK SIDDIQ'S by Andrew Tejada (Wombat Theater Co.), PIPELINE LANDMINE by Robert Riley French (The... Read more

Ronan Spierenburg

22-30

Ronan Eddy Spierenburg is a British actor originally hailing from a bustling town in Somerset, England. Now based in the vibrant and fast-paced city of New York, Ronan has recently graduated from the New York... Read more

Tad D'Agostino

16-30

Tad D'Agostino has a BFA from Marymount Manhattan college. Recent credits; the world premier of Dean Haspiel's The War of Woo. The semi-autobiographical short Ramblin' Down Fifth Ave. co-written and directed by Hunter Gause available... Read more

Emily Carlson

20

Emily Carlson is a student at Agnes Scott College who is currently perusing her Bachelor’s degree in International Relations with a minor in Music. As a now rising senior, her time at Agnes Scott has... Read more

Jonah Howell

25-35

Jonah Howell has appeared in Cassidy Grady's "Fire Wars" (2022) and "A Thump, a Thud, and a Roar" (2023), Nymphia Wind's semifinal and final performances in the 2022-2023 "Mother" drag tournament, Roman D'Ambrosio's "Bacha Bazi"... Read more

Lucia Morel

14-19

Lucia Morel is a second year student at New York University pursuing a bachelor of fine arts in drama. Lucia most recently has taken part in the feature film Slaughter at camp swinelake as well... Read more

Allie Lewis

18-35

Allie Lewis is a singer-songwriter, composer, playwright, music director, director, conductor, vocalist, pianist, and actor from Trumbull, Connecticut. She is currently pursuing an MFA in Musical Theatre Writing at NYU as a composer in the... Read more

Melissa Jones

25-40

Melissa Jones - Melissa has traveled the world and the United States performing (all 50 states!) National/International tour credits include: Beauty and the Beast (Babette), Chinese Premiere of Legally Blonde (Kate/Chutney), SPAMALOT. Regional credits include:... Read more

Holly Gregory

21

Holly Gregpry is a stage manager, producer, and design assistant working in New York and San Francisco. Read more

Sam Chu

16 to 28

(She/they) is a '24 graduate of NYU Tisch Drama. Recent roles include: Alice in Alice By Heart, Dunn in Men on Boats, and G in Sanctuary City. Sam is excited to be a part of... Read more

Maximilian Macdonald

18-26

If we haven’t met already, you might be wondering who's the tall British bloke bobbing through New York’s rehearsal rooms, sets and stages? That would be me, Maximilian Joseph Macdonald. I grew up in London,... Read more

Kileen Marie

18-35

KILEEN MARIE is a Sarah Lawrence graduate with a BA in Theatre and Psychology. She recently made her return to the stage as Jutta in the premiere reading of Hildegard and the Golden Record by... Read more

Hila Naus

28-38

Hila is an actress and singer that was born and raised in Bnei Brak, Israel. She started acting when she was 16 in Beit Zvi, The School of Performing Arts, in its after-school youth program... Read more

Arianna Wellmoney

17-25

Arianna Wellmoney (she/her) is an actor and playwright from Milan, Italy. Recent credits: “Dave’s Retro Video Lab” (webseries by Emmy Award Winning Director David Distinti), La Santera” (Pilot) and “Enoptromancy” (Off Broadway). She wrote and... Read more

Cami Taleisnik

25-35

Cami Taleisnik is an Argentinian performer currently playing Carla in 'In The Heights' at Bristol Riverside Theatre. Recent credits include ‘The Return Of Eva Perón’ (Isabel Perón, u/s Eva Perón - GALA theater), National Tour... Read more

Bryant Jager

21-31

Bryant Jager is a New York born and raised actor, movement artist and singer originally from Bayside, Queens. He received his acting training at the Meisner-based Maggie Flanigan Studio in NYC where he also trained... Read more

Joe Gambino

50+

(he/him). St. Bart’s Players: The Laramie Project, And Then There Were None, Peter and the Starcatcher; You Can’t Take It With You, and many more; Many staged readings including Present Laughter (also Dir.). YouTube: “A... Read more

Brandon deSpain

37-47

Brandon was born in the Russian Far East, Amur region. In the early 90s, he moved to Anchorage, Alaska where he went to high school and then college. In 2001, he moved to New York... Read more

TERRANCE BRISCOE

35

Terrance made his Bishop’s Kid debut in the award-winning play “A DEAD MAN WALKING”. Read more

Ada-Victoria Israel

15-21

My name is Ada-Victoria Israel (she/her). A senior at purchase college in the Theatre Performance program. I am an actor, singer songwriter, and Sing Harlem choir member. Theatre and singing have always been my passion... Read more

Samantha Lee Mason

17-35

Samantha Lee Mason (she/her) is excited to be back at NYTF after performing in the Winter 2023 Best Production winner, Paradise! Off-Broadway: Rose Nylund in That Golden Girls Show: A Puppet Parody. National Tour: That... Read more

Victoria Baroody

18-24

Victoria Baroody is a creative writing graduate from Chapman University and Pace University 2024. Ghost Story is Victoria’s New York playwriting debut. With origins in short experimental fiction, Victoria has adapted several of her short... Read more

Jack Niemczyk

17 to 30

Jack Niemczyk is an actor, writer, and poet currently pursuing his graduate studies at Pace University. In his work, Jack seeks to share unapologetically queer stories rich in both depth and humour. You can read... Read more

Jeremiah Rosado

16-29

Jeremiah Rosado is a recent graduate of Kean University with his BFA in Theatre Performance (Musical Theatre). His credits include The Polar Express: Train Ride (Know-It-All #1), Once on This Island (Agwe / u/s Daniel),... Read more

David Pérez

25-35

David Pérez is an up and coming actor based in Harlem. His work includes performances with theater companies such as Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate New York and Will Kempe’s Players. He is currently working... Read more

Isabelle Wood

16-28

Hi! My name is Isabelle Wood, and I am an actor based in NYC. I studied acting at AMDA, and since then, I've had the good fortune of being a part of multiple productions in... Read more

Candy O'Connor

48-58

Candy O'Connor, 3 shows on Broadway, 4 National tours. Winner of several prestigious vocal awards, among them: First Place The Loren L. Zachary Society National Vocal competition and 3 time Western Regional Finalist and First... Read more

Ebony T. Nichols

35-50

Ebony T. Nichols LCAT, BC-DMT (she/her) is a somatic mental health and wellness practitioner, Board Certified Dance/Movement Psychotherapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, licensed cosmetologist, and entrepreneur. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with a focus... Read more

Sheri Rak

55-70

This is Sheri’s debut with the “New York Theater Fest.” Sheri has appeared in a variety of productions commercially and theatrically in; Massachusetts, Los Angeles, NYC, and Ct over the course of 40 years. Her... Read more

Madeleine DiGaetano

15-25

Madeleine is an Arts Administration major at Wagner College. Some of her past roles are Swing (Galatea), Alice Bieneke (Addams Family) and The Dragon (Shrek). She also was the student director for Five Women Wearing... Read more

Alexandra C. Perlman

20-30

Alexandra C. Perlman is a performer who hails from Glendale, CA. She received a BA in theater from Hofstra University. Theater: The Happy Elf (The Argyle Theater), Descendants: The Musical (The Argyle Theater), A Chorus... Read more

Ashira Fischer-Wachspress

20- 35

Ashira Fischer-Wachspress (she/they) is a New York-based actor and theatremaker who is thrilled to be working on this production. She holds a certificate in Classical Acting from The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art... Read more

Leslie McNabb

40-55

Leslie McNabb (Patricia) Is a former professional ballet dancer who was inspired to return to performing in 2022. She began her actor training at The Barrow Group, and is grateful to be a part of... Read more

Jeremy Rishe

30's

Jeremy Rishe has been acting and writing professionally for over twenty years, including: the feature films JEWTAH and THE WEEKEND - streaming VOD; the short film HURRICANE, BROOKLYN, and directing the awarded winning NORMA. Jeremy... Read more

Charles "Chad" Luetje

16-40

Originally from the Kansas City area, Charles "Chad" Luetje did what all Midwesterners fear most: he left the Midwest. In 2022, he moved to New York in order to attend CAP21 and pursue a Bachelor... Read more

Myah Durham

16-26

Myah Durham is an actor based in New York City Pursuing a BFA in Dramatic Arts with an Emphasis in Acting. Texas Credits include Springs Awakening (Outcry Theatre) and Tuck Everlasting (Casa Mañana). NYC credits... Read more

Destiny Betts

20-30

Destiny Betts is a military child from Queens. She is an up-and-coming artist, dancer, actor, model, and choreographer. Destiny is a graduate of the Joffrey Ballet School under the direction of Angelica Stiskin. Read more

Chandler Burns

22-40

Chandler Burns is a writer/performer originally from North Carolina who made his writing/directing debut into professional theater with his play, "Goodnight." in Wilmington, North Carolina in 2018. Since then he has been published in The... Read more

Annie Conolly

18-28

Annie Conolly is a cat loving, non-binary lesbian actor/writer based in Brooklyn. Recent credits: Off-Broadway: Turning Krasniqi. Regional: Good to You, and Sunset Plays (NYC). Film: Sam's World, Bernard, and CyberPain. TV: Copy That!, Wonderama!.... Read more

Zen Dot

24-45

Zen Dot is an NYC based actor and filmmaker. Recently, Zen has played lead roles in short films 'RSVP', 'Climax', 'At Least', and 'An American Love Story?, and the award winning “How Do You Like... Read more

Vaishnavi Murari

18-25

Vaishnavi Murari is a South Asian actor, singer, and artist who prides herself on bringing joy, curiosity, and a never-ending desire to learn into any room she walks into. Originally from the Bay Area, she... Read more

Lisa LaGrande

28-42

Lisa LaGrande (She/Her) is proud to have served as the Intimacy Director for dozens of productions across NYC since 2018. She is currently nearing completion of her certification process through Intimacy Directors and Coordinators. Some... Read more

Gannon Dean Ripchik

15-25

Gannon Dean Ripchik is a New York Based Actor, Singer and Theatre artist. He is currently obtaining his degree in Acting from Pace University’s Sands College of Performing Arts. Some of his recent works include... Read more

Kaleigh Ceci

16-25

It’s a tale as old as time. A girl from a small town, moving to the big city to pursue her dreams. It all started in a living room in Youngstown, Ohio where she first... Read more

Regan Lavin

16-28

Regan Lavin recently graduated from Stanford with a Bachelors of Arts in American Studies and a minor in Theater and Performance Studies. While there, she was Executive Producer of Ram’s Head Theatrical Society, leading a... Read more

Spencer Gonzalez

20-30

Spencer is an artist based in NYC. Since graduating from The Manhattan School of Music with a degree in Musical Theatre, Spencer has performed in many plays and musicals in Off and Off-off Broadway theaters.... Read more

Sophie Meierovich

16-22

SOPHIE MEIEROVICH (she/her) is a recent graduate of Vassar College with degrees in neuroscience and drama and has trained at the Ted Bardy Acting Studio. She would like to thank her parents, her friends, her... Read more

Marko Dumancic

25-35

Marko Dumancic is an actor, singer, dancer and performer with over 7 years experience. He finished The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York. His recent credits include Mark Anthony in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar... Read more

Abby Bettencourt

17-25

ABBY BETTENCOURT (she/her) is an actor, director, and designer from Beverly, MA. Abby is a highly collaborative theatre maker who focuses on telling stories that uplift the voices of women and queer artists. Abby primarily... Read more

Aiyana Greene

17-28

Aiyana Greene (She/Her) is a born and raised San Franciscan Actor, Singer, and Creative. She is preparing to graduate from The New School - School of Drama’s acting track this spring. Aiyana is also a... Read more

Layton Lamell

17-25

Layton Lamell is a New York City-based actor, originally from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and a graduate of the prestigious Terry Knickerbocker Studio’s two-year drama conservatory program. With a growing portfolio of short films and television credits,... Read more

Felix Mundy-Mancino

18-24

Felix Mundy-Mancino is a rising junior ('27) at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY. While focusing mainly on his anthropology major and religion minor, he has found a niche in the drama scene as well. He... Read more

Stephanie Eve Parker

18-35

Stephanie Eve Parker (She/Her) is thrilled to be in The Virgin Mimi with this amazing cast, crew, and creative team! Recent credits include: Guys and Dolls (Ferguson), Newsies (Spot Conlon/Ensemble/Katherine u/s), Songs for a New... Read more

Joshua Orsi

21-30

He is an indigenous performer from Nebraska. I actually just recently moved here and am looking forward to building some connections in the big city. Read more

Michaela Bailey

22-30

Michaela Bailey is a director with a passion for theatre, filmmaking, and photography. She has studied at SCAD, LAMDA, and The Barrow Group, developing a unique approach focused on authentic storytelling. Currently based in New... Read more

Daniely Martins

19-32

Born and raised in Brazil, Daniely has always had a passion for moving people through words and a need for physical expression. Her pull for discoveries brought her to live in Portugal, Germany and France,... Read more

Megan Breit

16-30

Megan Breit (she/her) is a Harlem based actor/comedian! Megan moved to NYC after graduating with her BFA in Musical Theatre from LIU Post. Since then she has enjoyed working with Theatre Nerds Virtual Insanity as... Read more

Asim Ali Naqvi

25-45

Asim (they/them) is a multidisciplinary artist who thinks a lot about tarot cards, chandeliers, and cats. Their work has appeared in the Future Classics Festival (TITAN THEATER COMPANY, Queens Theater), YKR4 (YKRNYC, Dixon Place), Bad... Read more

Kenthedo Robinson

40-60

Mr. Robinson has taught English and Theatre in the New York School system for twenty-five years. He was an adjunct professor of creative writing at the College of New Rochelle and Empire State College. He... Read more

Sean Gordon

25 - 40

Originally from Texas, Sean Gordon is an actor currently based in New York City. Most recently, Sean was in a staged reading at The Tank for John Deserves to Die (Professor Daniel Holmes) and prior... Read more

Ethan Brondum

18-35

ETHAN BRONDUM (David/Shane) Is ecstatic to be a part of Legacy Admissions! He is currently attending the Fashion Institute of Technology for marketing and advertising. Some of his New York theater credits include: Laughter on... Read more

Allison Sass

15-26

Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Allison got her BA in Theatre Arts and Cinema at the University of Iowa and has developed a love for theatre that makes you think. At her... Read more

Alex Sanon

45-50

Alex Sanon is a Television and Film Actor, a Print Model. Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Alex got his first supporting role on his very first acting audition to portray Rev. Ernest on "Running on Water"... Read more

Ahmed Pasha

20-30

Pasha (he/him) (Chief Meteorologist/Bartender) is an actor, musician and writer based in New York City. Hailing from Mississippi, he has spent the past four years training at NYU Tisch Drama’s Experimental Theatre Wing. There he... Read more

Emmy McCafferty

14-25

Miriam (Emmy) McCafferty is a 22 year old actor from McComb, Mississippi. Emmy is a student at Stella Adler Studio of Acting in NYC. Before, she attended The National Theater Institute at the Eugene O’Neill... Read more

Diego Diaz

17-28

Diego Diaz is an actor/director from Kearny, New Jersey who’s passion for the art allows him to create introspective narratives for characters he creates and plays. He strives for truth in his work as he... Read more

Nate Flynn

16-25

Nate Flynn is a young creative with experience on both the stage and screen as well as behind the camera. He loves performing just as much as writing and creating his own works. Mr. Flynn... Read more

Israel Soto Jr.

18-27

Israel is excited and honored for his New York debut. Although he is pursuing a degree in Music Education at Montclair State University, Israel has always had a passion for acting. Previously he has played... Read more

Ken Simon

late 30s to 40s

Ken Simon* has been crushed to death by a giant crab claw (Manifestations); pole-danced in his skivvies (Richard Foreman’s Classical Therapy); fought atomic zombies (Gemini Collisionworks' Ten Nights in a Bar-Room); been William Shatner 3... Read more

Sezen Hatta

24 - 50

Sezen Hatta is a talented Turkish-American actor, born in Ankara, Turkey, and raised in New York City. Growing up immersed in both Turkish and American cultures has endowed Sezen with a unique and versatile perspective,... Read more

Robert Strand

45-59

Robert Strand is an actor, filmmaker, philanthropist, environmental advocate, and the Executive Director & Founder of global non–profit, World Water Film Festival (WWFF). Dedicated to highlighting ongoing water crises around the world, Robert launched WWFF... Read more

Stefany Dalacio

16-26

Stefany Dalacio (she/her) is so excited to join this talented cast in bringing this new work to the stage! She is a proud AMDA alum, and after graduating just this past February, she was humbled... Read more

Rob LoManto

45-60

Rob LoManto, was born and raised in Northern NJ, Paterson and Garfield to Sicilian immigrants. He began his creative journey in the late-80's, when we wrote and co-starred in various comedy sketches and spoof films,... Read more

Sandra Berrios

60-67

Sandra Berrios, SAG 88: TV: “The Other Two”, “Last Week Tonight w/ John Oliver”, “I Know This Much is True”(HBO), “New Amsterdam”, “Law & Order, SVU”, “The Blacklist” (NBC), “Inside Amy Schumer”, “Broad City”(Comedy Central),... Read more

Charles Hume

18-30

Charlie Hume is an actor and stand-up comic from Braintree, Massachusetts. Acting since childhood, he studied the craft at The Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute’s 2-Year Conservatory program. His stage credits include two productions... Read more

Jessica Valente

17-40

Jessica Valente: Jessica is very excited to take part in the production of Badland Butterfly. She is an actor local to Westchester County and has been seen in a handful of shows over the last... Read more

Davis Lennon Clark

16-30

Davis Lennon Clark (he/him) is originally from New Hampshire and has been based in New York City for the past four years. Recent credits include The Brunch at NY Theater Festival (Anthony). During that time... Read more

Noah Leety

18-30

Noah Leety is a performer and comedian from Scranton, Pennsylvania. A graduate of Cornell University, Noah discovered his passion for acting and comedy during his time there. Currently, he works as a CBS Page, contributing... Read more

Anita Daswani

25-35

Anita Daswani is an NYC-based actress with performance experience ranging from Off- off-Broadway plays to TV and film. She most recently appeared in the ensemble play, Your Faithful Reader, to which she also contributed as... Read more

Oliver Conant

55-75

Oliver Conant is an actor-director, writer and dramaturg. After the attenuated satisfactions of Zoom he is very glad to be back with living breathing others, happily participating in last years' Lower East Side Festival of... Read more

Amy K. Sellars

40-60

Having dedicated 50 years to the theater, Amy has tackled nearly every aspect of the theater in some capacity or another but this is her first time directing a play produced in NYC. She works... Read more

Jenise Albritton, Terika

32-42

Jenise Albritton, known as ‘Jen Lo’, was born and raised in Kinston, NC. She is an actress, model, podcast and red carpet host, author among many other things. She has taken the world by storm... Read more

Khial Watson

21-30

Khial Watson (Niles) Is an actor, model, and playwright from Ann Arbor, Michigan. He began his career here in New York City in 2018. He’s modeled for brands like Dolce & Gabanna, Gap, and Adidas.... Read more

Akuarella

23-31

Akuarella is a Venezuelan actress and producer based in NYC. She attended the conservatory programs at New York Film Academy and Atlantic Theater School for acting, as well as the Film/TV Producing: Development Program at... Read more

Jean Louis Gonzalez

18-24

From Bronx, NY, Jean Gonzalez began acting at the small age of 6 years old. He obtained and Associate’s Degree from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy and in 2023 he has since appeared in... Read more

Deric Gochenauer

35-50

Deric Gochenauer considers himself one of the most fortunate souls to have live so many lives, gone on so many adventures, and collaborated with so many talented artists and across the globe. Credits include: Urinetown,... Read more

Leah M Bickley

23-26

Leah M. Bickley: (Playwright, Producer, Social Media) (she/her) is an NYC-grown and based playwright, director, and actor. Leah is a proud member of the Dramatists Guild. Leah’s plays include i’M fInE, #HellIsOtherPeople, Serious as a... Read more

Julia Melloni

19-29

Julia Melloni (she/they) graduated from Marymount Manhattan College with a BFA in Musical Theatre and a BA in Ancient History. Offstage, Julia spends her time practicing stage combat, raging against the machine, and relaxing with... Read more

Eve Bronsink

20

Eve Bronsink (she/her) just finished her Sophomore year at Loyola University New Orleans majoring in popular and commercial music. Eve’s passion in music has always been heavily influenced by theater - her latest EP is... Read more

Danilo Zepeda

20-35

Danilo Zepeda moved to New York 3 years ago to attend Sarah Lawrence college. He has been taking classes at the barrow group, and improv at the magnet theater. Some recent credits include performances at... Read more

Zachary Papatheodorou

20s

I've played heroes, villains, fathers, businessmen, giant geese, and Grendel. Trained in stage combat, improvisation, drama, and comedy. Read more

Nick Shanman

18-35

Nick Shanman is a writer and director based in NYC. His sketches have been featured in the Austin Comedy Film Festival, The NYC Comedy Film Festival, Philly Sketchfest, and his latest short script Reservatory won... Read more

TENA CRADDOX

50

This actor and vocalist wears many hats on and off the stage. Stage Manager, actor, vocalist and director is also a loving mother of two, Kevin and Maxine. Read more

Marcus Troy

46-66

Originally from the Washington, DC area Marcus attended Catholic University where he studied theater under Gitta Honegger. After moving to New York he played Captain Beatty in the original adaptation 4.5.1. by Kenneth Hunn and... Read more

B.B. Arter

35-65

Bahar "BB" Arter is an international actor, director, and writer who had been living in NYC for the last 33 years. She has been seen in multiple TV shows, films, commercials and plays. She also... Read more

Vadim Kroll

35-60

Born in Vyborg, Soviet Union.TV and Film: “The Blacklist” (NBC), “Allegiance” (NBC), “FBI” (ABC), Nose (PBS), John Wick:Chapter 2 (Lionsgates), Petropolis (Quadriga Productions) and others. Off-Broadway: “The Killer” (TFANA) “Hidden Fees” (Cherry Lane Theater); Off-Off... Read more

Nate Dallimore

17 - 27

Nate Dallimore is an actor, composer and sound designer based in New York city. They are inspired by pieces that seek to push the boundaries of conventional theatre practices through experimentation in heightened physicality, vocality,... Read more

Celia Stafford

18-35

Celia Stafford is a 19 year old native New Yorker, and is thrilled to be involved in this production. She is currently pursuing a degree in Musical Theater at Shenandoah Conservatory, and has been passionate... Read more

Aysha Benjamin

25

She received her professional training from the State University of New York at Potsdam, where she earned her B.A. in Theatre where she performed in Our Town as Mrs. Gibbs and Ready. Steady. Yeti. Go... Read more

Robert Spiker

25-32

Robert is a New York born Actor. He is also a writer and some of his recent credits include Richard III and Nuclear Play. Read more

Marianne Anderson

40-60

Marianne Anderson -- Favorite New York City theatre roles include the New York/Off-Broadway premiere of Tennessee Williams’ Spring Storm (Theatre at St. Clements), Hamlet (Boomerang Theatre Co.), Towards Zero and Murder on the Nile (Pulse... Read more

SURGE

25-35

SURGE A born and raised New Yorker. He has performed in numerous off- Broadway plays under numerous productions within NYC, Brooklyn and Queens. Plus starred in various short and independent films, from NYC to Philadelphia.... Read more

Rebecca Monk

25-40

Rebecca Monk is a born and bred NJ actor, singer and musician. She received her BFA in Musical Theatre from Montclair State University and has since performed all over the country. Some of her favorite... Read more

Aaron Abramowitz

30-40

Aaron Abramowitz--accompanist, Musical Director, Soirée at Walter Benjamin's (Winterfest, 2023)--is a multifaceted musical entertainer on the NYC scene, playing multiple venues and recording. His recent album, "Funny Little Dream," contains seven cuts, among them "Berkeley"... Read more

Brantley Waller

12-27

Brantley Waller (Director) – Brantley Waller is a director, actress, photographer, & filmmaker. In 2021, she received the "Citizen Artist" award from Auburn University's Theatre & Dance program. In 2022, she wrote and starred in... Read more

Paige Griffith

15-25

Paige Griffith (she/they) is a queer Appalachian native, Brooklyn based actor, writer, storyteller, and Psychology Master's student. She graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in May of 2020 and is continuing her graduate... Read more

MJ Hughes

25 - 40

MJ Hughes is thrilled to be joining the Two Pink Lines cast! Credits: *Billboard On Board* Dueling Pianist and Performer for Holland America Cruise Line. BM: WKU. Thanks to the team and to my friends... Read more

Lauren Weinberg

22-45

Lauren Weinberg is an NYC based actor, singer, dancer, commercial & voiceover artist. She has performed as Adelaide in both the National Tour of Guys & Dolls and Olney Theatre Center's production, where she received a Helen Hayes Nomination. Other... Read more

Ben Jones

25-45

Ben Jones is an award-winning actor, singer, comedian and storyteller who has performed leading roles in over 20 productions, including Show Boat, The Soldier’s Tale, The Pajama Game, Tommy, Chicago and Sweeney Todd. As a... Read more

William James Jackson junior Lowe

30-45

Kiss me Kate -Cole Porter Paul- Lead-Ensemble The Rockaway Theater Company Rockaway Park Queens The Blues For Mister Charlie - James Baldwin - Lead - Richard Coleman & Smith Repertory Theater, Los Angeles The Colored... Read more

Hannah Simpson

Young adult

After receiving her BA in Theatre from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Hannah studied Shakespeare at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in NYC, and made Brooklyn her home with her cat Tybalt. Recent past... Read more

Simon James Gibson

35 - 50

Simon James Gibson is an NYC based actor with a B.A. in Theatre. He has studied acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute, The Barrow Group, and long form improv at the Upright... Read more

J.B. Alexander

42-52

JB is an actor and playwright based in New York City. His one-man show The Metamorphosis (about a struggling writer who is transformed into Franz Kafka) was nominated for the Prague Fringe Festival's Inspiration Award,... Read more

Paige Shanks

17-27

Paige Shanks is an actor, singer, and dancer from Arizona whose deep love and passion for musical theatre led her to the city. Ordinary will be her New York City theatre debut. ​ Read more

Reece dos Santos

25-45

Reece dos Santos is a New York City based multi-hyphenate artist with a passion for bringing conversation-starting new works to audiences. Select Theater Credits: Bertolt Brecht, Soirée at Walter Benjamin's (Winterfest, 2023); A Welcome Guest... Read more

Clarita De Gennaro

16-26

Clarita De Gennaro is an Argentinian actor based in New York City. She has an Acting Conservatory Associate Degree at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts (AADA), where she has appeared in productions such as... Read more

Sandra Bilu

38-55

Ms. Sandra Bilu is a SAG and AEA actor who performs in film, television, commercial, print, and theatre productions. Most of her work can be found on IMDb, the most recent being a production called... Read more

Jon-Mykul Bowen

18-28

Jon-Mykul Bowen (he/him) is a trained actor/singer/dancer based in New York. He has worked internationally in Musical Theater with Operation Triple Threat in Barbados. Notable roles include Grimsby (Disney's The Little Mermaid), the Escapologist &... Read more

PJ Johnnie

23-30

PJ Johnnie Jr. is an accomplished NYC-based multi-hyphenate storyteller and curator from Louisiana. He boasts an extensive resume, including roles Associate Director on the 6-time Tony-nominated Broadway production "Ain't No Mo'" and the world premiere... Read more

Jordan Elman

15-35

Jordan Elman is excited to make his first ever bug debut! Jordan is an actor, voice over artist, improviser, musician and comedian based in NYC. Most recently he performed at The Chain Theatre as Zep... Read more

Phyllis Lindy

50-70

A NYTF Best Actress nominee in 2015 for “The Danaid”, Phyllis Lindy is pleased to be returning to the Festival for the premiere of “The Golden Ibburs”. Other awards include 2023 Best Lead Actor nominee... Read more

Joseph Bossé

20-28

Joseph Bossé is honored and excited to be performing in Stacey Bernadette Goes Dating at the New York Theater Festival! He is originally from the St. Louis area and is now based in New York... Read more

Rosa Feria

20's

Rosa Feria, a graduate of Urban Assembly High School for the Performing Arts, began her acting journey in 2014 as a theatre major. She then joined Epic Theatre Ensemble where she participated in a variety... Read more

Elise Martin

19-29

Elise Martin is an actor, singer, and dancer from McMinnville, Oregon. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts from Linfield University. Furthering her theatre training, she attended the National Theater Institute in... Read more

LIAM HARRINGTON

20-35

Liam is an Brooklyn-based actor who has trained with The Barrow Group and The Theatre Lab in Washington, D.C. He has appeared in several independent and student short films and makes his second appearance on-stage... Read more

Brett Fox

20-25

Hi there, I'm Brett! I grew up in a small town in New Jersey right outside of Philadelphia. In my freshman year of high school I decided that I wanted to try something new, so... Read more

Brittany Lowery

25-40

Brittany Lowery is very excited to be a part of this inspirational play. Brittany is no stranger when it comes to performing, as she was previously in the original musical "Here IAm" Off-Broadway as well... Read more

Marquese Evans

20's

Marquese Evans, graduate from Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts, is an all rounder who started her career as a performer from her middle school age where she debuted at the Joyce Theater as... Read more

Jonathan Cronin

18-28

Jonathan Cronin is an up and coming New England born actor excited to make his New York stage debut. Since graduating from AMDA’s Studio Acting Program in 2022, he has done a plethora of short... Read more

Francine Brown Wilson

40-60

Director/Actress/Founder/Producer, Brown & Brown’s Productions Has worked extensively as a director for the past 30 plus years. She directed, produced, and performed in various venues throughout the NY and NJ areas including Henry Street Settlement,... Read more

Tom Mooney

60-70

Tom revived a dormant acting career 5 years ago and has since appeared 2 commercials, 2 independent films, a TV pilot and a rap music video! He has studied at The Barrow Group, Actors Connection... Read more

Jack Phillips

18-30

Jack Phillips is a magician and actor based in NYC. He graduated in 2024 with a BA in philosophy. Read more

Angel DuBose

50-55

Angel S. DuBose is a trailblazing fashion and costume designer whose journey in the creative arts spans nearly three decades. Armed with dual degrees—one in Business Management from Sojourner Douglass College and another in Social... Read more

Maddy King

15-25

Maddy King is a New York City based actor and singer. Hailing from the smallest state of Rhode Island, she’s beyond excited to be making her NYC theatrical debut. Maddy is a recipient of the... Read more

Rafael Lyrio

15-29

Rafael Lyrio is an actor, director, and playwright born/raised/based in New York City. Rafael has been acting for 13 years and graduated in 2024 from Adelphi University with a BFA in Acting. Some of their... Read more

Rooki Tiwari

30-45

Rooki Tiwari has been seen in works from Shakespeare to Tennessee Williams to the Greeks, and now in Stephen Miller’s new play!! She most recently appeared at The American Theater of Actors in “What Do... Read more

Carlo Leonardo

17-25

Carlo Leonardo is a young actor based in NYC who has experience and work in theatre, film, TV, and commercial. He is represented currently by Talent One. Read more

Tommy Vance

40

Tommy Vance is a graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Most recently seen as the titular “Funny Guy” in Patrick Nash’s production at the Edinburgh Fringe, subsequently also making his London Debut in... Read more

Emma Taylor Miller

25-35

Actor, clown, and theatre maker. Credits include: Cecily Pigeon in THE ODD COUPLE at Cape Fear Regional Theatre; Actor 1 in THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (Abr.) at Lyndhurst Mansion, Vera Claythorne in AND... Read more

ANGEL VAZQUEZ

54-64

●CINEMA PRINCESS PROTECTION PROGRAM (DISNEY) WITH SELENA GOMEZ, ASSASSINS - WITH SYLVESTER STALLONE & ANTONIO BANDERAS (WARNER BROTHERS)), CAYO, EL CLOWN, PASION DE VIVIR, LUISA CAPETILLO, EL BESO QUE ME DISTE, PEPO EN EL SENADO,... Read more

Ireland Fernadez-Cosgrove

16-35

Ireland Fernandez-Cosgrove is an NYC based actress who loves to bring new works to life! Off-Broadway: Brighter Than The Sun (Ensemble, Myrtice US). New York/Regional: Legendary (Ave Femina), Baby (Nikki), Godspell (George), Collective Rage... (Betty... Read more

Maija Pieper

15-25

Maija Pieper is a New York City based actor and recent graduate of the University of Colorado, Boulder. Since graduating with her Bm in Musical Theater Maija has performed as an understudy for the Colorado... Read more

Ruhee Lee

26

Ruhee Lee is a performance creator based in Korea and New York. Her work inspires audiences to see familiar subjects from new perspectives and makes art more accessible in everyday life by creating performances in... Read more

Allison McHugh

25-35

Allison McHugh is a New York City-based actor and comedian, currently performing in the Off-Broadway sketch comedy show I Mostly Blame Myself, now in its fourth year. She is Meisner-trained, having completed the two-year conservatory... Read more

Maggie Sophie Brown

19

MAGGIE BROWN (Taylor): Maggie is a first year student at Columbia University originally from Los Angeles, California studying Environmental Science and Film. She is so excited to be making her acting debut as Taylor in... Read more

Melissa Cinette Denize

20-35

MELISSA DENIZE After graduating from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Melissa booked various commercials for Wal-Mart, Lipton Tea, and Evolution fresh and shows like "Fatal Attraction" and "Mean Girl Murders." Melissa is so excited... Read more

Pixie Esmonde

40-50

Pixie Esmonde is head over heels to be playing Polly in this new comedy. A woman after her own heart: sassy, sexy, smart ,and a well dressed hurricane.” Three way or Four way as long... Read more

Zoe LeRose

22

22 year old female actor, writer, & director. Has a strong passion for multiple aspects of the arts. Creative and always game for anything. Read more

Mark Stephen Kopas

30-40

Mark Stephen Kopas is an NYC based actor, originally from Weston, Connecticut. His screen credits include the films Swipe (2018), Vesuvius (2018), and Shadow Society (2021). Swipe later found a second life on TikTok, where... Read more

David F.M. Vaughn

David F.M. Vaughn is an award-winning actor, director, composer, and writer. Most recently he appeared as Lord Farquaad in the Broadway National Tour of Shrek the Musical, for which he won the Denver Post Ovation... Read more

Matthew Polignone

18-26

Matthew Polignone (Charles) is a rising senior BA Theatre Major. He is from Melrose, MA. Other roles he's done include Taylor in Curse of the Starving Class and Sam Byck in a student production of... Read more

Haley Karlich

15-35

Haley Karlich graduated college in ‘22 with a BA in Theatre Studies and Musical Theatre. She’s a working actor, aspiring director, and production assistant in theatre and film with many creative hobbies. Performance credits range... Read more

Michael Schiralli

ageless

MICHAEL SCHIRALLI (Director) Michael is a NYC based director, writer and film maker , his work has been seen throughout the USA and Europe. He was Artistic Director of Half Moon Theatre at the CIA’s... Read more

akiyo komatsu

18-late twenties

I was raised in the north suburbs of Chicago as Hemmingy calls it, “the land of the wide lawns and narrow minds” which I take slight offense to- I never had a wide lawn. Once... Read more

Penina Debra Scher

50 - 65

Theater: An Evening of Heiner Mueller, Art (Yvan), The Music Man (Jacey Squires, Quartet), Picnic on the Battlefield, The Madwoman of Chaillot. Opera/Operetta: Le Nozze di Figaro (Cherubino), La Cenerentola (Thisbe), The Old Maid and... Read more

Cassandra Giovine

24-36

Cassandra (She/Her) is thrilled to be a part of this year's New York Theater Festival! She has performed both off-Broadway (WICKED FROZEN) and regionally around the country. Most recently she performed as Boss in Between... Read more

Ian Barbour

45-55

Ian Barbour is a creative media professional whose career spans theater, film, television and journalism. Ian is proud to once again rejoin his family in bringing another story to life for the stage. Read more

Vittoria Giacomini

26

Vittoria Giacomini was born in Milan, Italy. She’s a film director and writer based in NYC since 2021. Graduated at Alma Mater University of Bologna in Theatre, Cinema, Arts and Music in 2021 and New... Read more

McLean Peterson

27-35

McLean Peterson is an actor and filmmaker based in Brooklyn, NY. Theater: Love's Labor's Lost (Smith Street Stage), Carrie (TheatreZone), The Jury (A.R.T.), Pop Punk High (les Poisson Rouge), IvankaPlay (Edinburgh Fringe), Convention (Irondale), Assassins... Read more

Anthony Hayes

18-28

Anthony Hayes is a nonbinary director and writer that recently moved from the Midwest to Manhattan. Anthony just finished working on LAS BORINQUEÑAS (stagehand, Ensemble Studio Theatre) and GODDESS OF THE HUNT (SM/AD, Fresh Fruit... Read more

Brooke Powers

25-32

Brooke Powers proudly hails from New Jersey, a state responsible for many of our nation’s greatest performers. Brooke is an actress, singer, writer and comedienne with training from HB Studio, The Magnet Theater and iO... Read more

Mell Ahmed

30-40

Mell Ahmed is thrilled to make her professional acting debut in Arrangements. She is a Bangladeshi-American actor, writer, and director based in Harlem, by way of Iowa. She is currently studying at The Barrow Group,... Read more

Sam Centrella

30

Sam Centrella started out as a dancer, performing professionally as a teen in Nickelodeon shows. Continuing to dance in NYC, he studied acting at AADA. Along the way he fell in love writing and co-founded... Read more

June Schreiber_Junie Moon

55-65

June Schreiber, also known as Junie Moon, has been captivating audiences since the age of six. From originating the role of Paige in “Belles” at the 13th Street Repertory to shining in the off-Broadway production... Read more

Mell Ahmed

30-40

Mell Ahmed is thrilled to make her professional acting debut in Arrangements. She is a Bangladeshi-American actor, writer, and director based in Harlem, by way of Iowa. She is currently studying at The Barrow Group,... Read more

K Stanger

25-35

K Stanger is a New York based playwright, performer, and creator. She strives to build art through care, community and laughter. K as a playwright expands the comedic into the vulnerable with stories focusing on... Read more

Caren Skibell

35-55

Howdy, I’m based in NYC and am a native Texan and graduate of Northwestern University, The Second City Conservatory (Chicago), and The New School for Drama. 🎭 I’ve always been drawn to dark comedy and... Read more

Ailise Beales

16-29

Ailíse is a British/Irish actress who moved to New York City from New Zealand after receiving the Joan See Award— a full-tuition talent-based scholarship to study Acting for Film & Television at The New York... Read more

Sebastian Kim

20– 30

Sebastian is an NYC-based actor and filmmaker drawn to character-driven stories and offbeat subjects. He got his start performing in professional theater, short films, and TV commercials—experiences that sparked a lifelong passion for acting and... Read more

Jameel McKanstry

40-55

Jameel McKanstry is a multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter and author. Jameel teaches music for the Department of Education and is the Lead Teaching Artist for Voice and Musical Theatre at Harlem School of the Arts. Jameel’s greatest... Read more

Matthew DeMaria

1-9999

Matt is a composer, music director, pianist, drummer, and orchestrator based out of Long Island. Previously he served as the Music Director/Conductor for the 20th Anniversary International tour of “Rent.” Prior to that he worked... Read more

Arthur Beaugeard

15 - 23

ARTHUR BEAUGEARD (he/him) is an aspiring actor who currently attends Vassar College. He enjoys pushing himself to perform in a variety of styles. At Vassar, he is a part of Big Kidz Sketch Comedy and... Read more

Gabrielle Bodet

18-28

Gabrielle Bodet is a New York City-based actor originally from Massachusetts. She made her New York City stage debut in The Goblin Woman at the Rogue Theatre Festival in 2024. Recent credits include Maria in... Read more

José Rodriguez

23 - 34

Usually the one behind the scenes, José Rodriguez is making his return to the acting world. A fan of Skylar LeRose’s writing, he was more than excited to join the Feminazi cast in this adaption!... Read more

Lauren Nathens

18-25

Lauren Nathens is an actor, singer, and dancer based in New York, finishing her BFA at NYU Tisch alongside a minor in politics! Her recent stage credits include Joy in Cinderella and Judy Boone in... Read more

Alessandra Ruiz

20-30

Alessandra Ruiz (She/Her) is a Cuban-American actress and voice over artist based in NYC. Alessandra has a B.A. in Devised/Physical Theatre from California State University, Fullerton. She recently completed The Atlantic Acting School Summer Intensive... Read more

Sean Logan

30-40

Sean Logan is pretty quiet, reserved, and maybe even a bit shy. This seems quite the opposite of the sexually open, power broker, and outspoken character of Peter, which he will play. Sean studied acting... Read more

Ally Katelyn Short

15-25

Ally (she/her) is a singer/songwriter and actor based in Brooklyn and NYC. Born and raised on Long Island, she is a rising senior at Molloy University/CAP21 obtaining her BFA, and she loves SpongeBob, Snoopy, and... Read more

Jane Seaman

55-75

Jane Seaman has performed on Broadway in The Secret Garden, Anything Goes, and Big River. Off-Broadway she appeared opposite John Rubinstein in the Sycamore Street Kite Flying Club reading, We’re Still Hot! and won critical... Read more

Danielle Diniz

30-40

Ms. Diniz was Artist in Residence at Tribeca BMCC via CUNY Dance Initiative, Co Artistic Director of Jazz Choreography Enterprises and has directed multiple evenings/showcases. She choreographed and assistant directed 'My Way' at Theatre by... Read more

Scott Bausemer

18-33

Scott's a writer, actor, and filmmaker working in New York City. Though an actor in high school, Scott took a step sideways and studied digital filmmaking in Boston, gaining experience in every technical aspect of... Read more

Joe Staton

25-35

Joe Staton is a British actor, director, and producer based in New York City. Originally from Minehead, Somerset, he grew up in France and Spain. Previous credits include Hector McQueen (Murder On The Orient Express,... Read more

Samantha Ruston

35-40

Samantha is a NYC-based actress and graduate of Virginia Tech with a BA in Theatre. Theatre credits include: The Picture of Dorian Gray and the Off-Broadway productions of Chasing Jack and One Nation, One Mission,... Read more

Michael T. Clarkston

35-45

AEA Stage Manager & Live Event Producer managing multi-million dollar Broadway shows, high quality corporate events, tv, film, awards ceremonies and galas. I have significant experience in producing and managing the daily operations for productions... Read more

Ava Arkin

20-35

Ava is a singer, dancer, and actor born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Raised within a community of sculptors, actors, and dancers, Ava is no stranger to the world of theater—she was born to be... Read more

NATHAN VINCENTI

16-35

NATHAN VINCENTI (Isaiah) is excited to make his NY Theatre Festival debut with this beautiful and talented cast/crew. OFF-BROADWAY: October 7th (Actor’s Temple Theatre). REGIONAL: Midnight Cowboys (Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse), School of Rock (Village Theatre),... Read more

BREE MERKWAN

35-47

Bree Merkwan grew up in the upper midwest (absurdly cold) part of the country. She began acting at age 12 and continued on through school at the College of Santa Fe in New Mexico, followed... Read more

Rabiah Rowther

20-28

Rabiah Rowther is a screenwriter and director based in NYC. She has a BS in Film & TV from Boston University, an MFA in Dramatic Writing from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, and is... Read more

Lily Moseley

18-25

Lily Moseley is a Persian-American multidisciplinary artist based in New York City. Born and Raised in the Silicon Valley, Lily moved to New York to pursue a Bachelor of the Fine Arts in Dramatic Writing... Read more

Fati

15-19

I'm a college student who loves the stage, lights, drama and cameras. I've been acting since I was 9, my first play being The Lion King. Read more