| Rosena M. Hill (Sarah Meeks) Broadway: The Color Purple, Spamalot, Imaginary Friends, Oklahoma, Riverdance on Broadway, Marie Christine and Ragtime. Favorite regional credits: Dreamgirls (Michelle), Ain’t Misbehavin (Armelia), And the World Goes Round, Man of La Mancha (Aldonza). Concert soloist with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall, Memphis Symphony, Arkansas Symphony, Teatro Masimo Symphony in Palermo, Sicily and Teatro Lirico Symphony in Cagliari, Sardegna . Three European tours with The Harlem Gospel Singers& Band. BFA Carnegie Mellon University. Debut solo CD “If You Believe” sold at RosenaHill.com. Many Thanks to Mom, Dad, friends, family and my husband Jason. |
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| Rob Richardson (Petr Klimes) was last seen on Broadway in the epic musical A Tale of Two Cities as a member of the ensemble and understudy for Sydney Carton. Most recently: The Full Monty with Elaine Stritch and Michael Rupert at Paper Mill Playhouse (Reg, Jerry u/s and performed). Other favorites include Disney's Beauty and the Beast (the Beast, Walnut Street Theatre), Kiss Me, Kate (Fred/Petruchio, Flat Rock Playhouse), Oklahoma! with Sandy Duncan (Curly, Cherry County Playhouse), 1776 (Thomas Jefferson, Olney Theatre Center), Camelot (Lionel, Arthur u/s, Geva Theatre Center) The Scarlet Pimpernel (Chauvelin, Surflight Theatre), and the National Tours of Showboat (Ravenal) and 1776 (Rutledge). Rob lives in New Jersey with his wife and two daughters. Thanks to Kenneth, Larry and Bryan for this unique opportunity. RobRichardson.net |
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| Jessica Burrows (Anna Klimes) is so excited to be a part of this years NYMF festival in The ToyMaker! Hailing from California, she has been in productions such as Zhivago The Musical at the La Jolla Playhouse directed by Des McAnuff, originating the role of Lara. She was also in Baz Luhrmann's La Boheme at the Ahmenson and The Ten Commandments and the Kodak. Her favorite roles by far have been 110 in the Shade at Pasadena Playhouse (u/s Marin Mazzie) and Philia in Forum directed by Larry Sousa. Other roles Carousel - Julie Jordon, Hello Dolly - Irene Molloy. She was recently seen at Joe's Pub in a night of Lucy Simon music and this past year has enjoyed singing in concerts and cabarets in New York and California. |
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| Greg Stone (Jason Meeks) Earlier this year Greg was nominated for a Helen Hayes award for his portrayal of Jean Valjean in the critically acclaimed Signature Theatre reimagining of Les Miserables. Broadway: The Pirate Queen, Urban Cowboy, Oklahoma! and Les Miserables. Other NY credits: Juno, Of Thee I Sing, Under The Bridge and Summer of '42. Some favorite roles include Chris in the national tour of Miss Saigon, Jerry in The Full Monty, Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar and The Snake Preacher in Whistle Down the Wind. Greg gew up in the Pacific Northwest and is a graduate from the Universtiy of Washington. |
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| Bryan Welnicki (Doby) is a Junior in NYU Steinhardt's Vocal Performance Program. He just returned from a study abroad in Florence for his spring semester. Last year Bryan took part in Alan Menken's KING DAVID as Absalom, and earlier this summer was featured in FringeNYC's ICanHasCheezburger the Musiclol! as the part of Drop. Other favorite roles include Seymour Krelborne (LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS), Charlie Brown (YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN) and Bobby Strong (URINETOWN). |
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| Darren Biggart (Capek) is excited to be making his NYMF debut with THE TOYMAKER. A recent graduate of the University of Michigan's Musical Theatre department, he has performed in NYC with Prospect Theatre Co (Charley/Sam, ONWARD) and at Lincoln Center (Dramatist's Guild Concert). Reigonally, Darren has performed at the Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera (A- Rab, WEST SIDE STORY), and the MUNY (HELLO, DOLLY!, OKLAHOMA!). Other favorites include Jack (INTO THE WOODS), Pippin (PIPPIN), and Scott in the world and NYC premieres of A GOOD BOY. A proud AEA member, he thanks DGRW and his friends & family for their support. |
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| Joan Barber (Uta) Joan JoanBarberStudio.com has been performing, teaching voice, coaching and directing for over 35 years. Her Broadway credits include MAN OF LA MANCHA (with Richard Kiley and Raul Julia), the revivals of FOLLIES and THE SOUND OF MUSIC, BIG, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, KING DAVID, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Joan recently returned from vocal coaching the Royal Danish Ballet in WEST SIDE STORY SUITE, and has a vital voice studio in Manhattan. She is currently the co- producer/writer/star of "50ToDeath" a comedy web series which can be seen at 50toDeath.com. |
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| Dale Soules (Johanna) Broadway: Grey Gardens, The Magic Show, The Crucible, Dude, Hair
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| Ira Denmark (The Old Man) last appeared in New York in The Time of Mendel's Trouble (Beckett Theatre). His most recent regional theatre appearances include Crazy For You (Theatre By The Sea) and The Fantasticks (Merrimack Rep). Other theatre work includes Theatre Under The Stars (42nd Street, Crazy For You), Sacramento Music Circus (Man of La Mancha), International City Theatre (Awake and Sing) St. Louis MUNY (Fiddler On The Roof), South Bay Cities (Into The Woods), Alex Theatre (Parade), Matrix Theatre (Anyone Can Whistle), Musical Theatre West (She Loves Me), Musical Theatre Guild (Falsettos, Grand Hotel, Carnival), Reprise! (Passion, Finian's Rianbow), Downtown Cabaret Theatre (Sweet Charity). Ira can be heard on, Kurt Weill: The Centennial CD and has appeared on Ally McBeal, Stacked and General Hospital. A proud member of AEA. |
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| Sara Jayne Blackmore (The Girl) is thrilled to be making her NYMF debut with The ToyMaker! Off-Broadway: Growing Up 70's starring Barry Williams. NY readings include Bathory, Jihad, and Genie. Regional Credits include Chicago (Annie); Footloose (Ariel Moore). Sara was a participant in The Song Continues Festival...2007 at Carnegie Hall. Proud AEA member. |
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| Shawna M. Hamic (Ensemble) is thrilled to be a part of NYMF once again after last appearing in the festival in The Screams of Kitty Genovese. Other credits include Betty in Glen or Glenda, Mrs. Hurley in The Molly Maguires, Ernestina Money in Hello Dolly, Mme de la Grande Bouche in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Smitty in How to Succeed…, Winnifred in Once Upon A Mattress, and Sister Hubert in Nunsense. Shawna was named the winner of last year’s NYMF’s Next Broadway Sensation and as such won a fully produced cabaret. Check out her website for information! –“All my love to my friends and family!” ShawnaHamic.com |
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| Kim Rachelle Harris (Ensemble) Off B'way: Room Service (SoHo Playhouse). Regional: "Nancy" in Oliver (Mill Mountain Playhouse), "Annie Oakley" in Annie Get Your Gun (Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre). Performed in The Hoop Dee Doo Revue, The Voyage of the Little Mermaid, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Other credits include The Sound of Music (Lyric Stage, Irving, TX), The Phantom of the Opry (Tidewater Dinner Theatre, Virginia Beach, VA), The Stephen Foster Story (Bardstown, KY). Kim also performs stand up comedy, and has starred in her original one-woman musical, It's Today!, based on the life and career of Angela Lansbury. |
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| Frederic Heringes (Ensemble) Ubaldo Piangi in The Phantom of the Opera with the Broadway, Toronto, and San Francisco companies. Regional: Trelawney of the "Wells", The Tempest, Lend Me a Tenor, Mud, The Pajama Game, Bubba's Revenge, The Learnèd Ladies, and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Training: Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, CA. Recent Film: The Scoundrel (Mark Thiedeman, director). TV: As the World Turns and The Guiding Light (CBS) Frederic-Heringes.com |
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| Gregory Maheu (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his NYC debut with this exciting production! Favorite regional credits include: Ragtime (Kennedy Center), Hair (Hangar Theatre), Sunday in the Park With George (Heritage Rep), among many others. He attended Elon University, earning a BFA in Music Theatre. He would like to thank his family, his friends, and the GGS, for their wholehearted love and support. |
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| Michael Scibilia (Ensemble) is excited to be working on the ToyMaker again. He was last seen, with this production, at the York Theatre last year. Recent credits include: 1776(Paper Mill Playhouse), A Wonderful Life(Westchester Broadway), On The Town(with the Philharmonic), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels(National Tour), Man of La Mancha(National Tour), Evita(Fireside), and many many more. He would like to thank the entire Production Staff for allowing him to come back and join the cast, and also his friends, family, and wife Tressa for their love and support. |
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| Stacey Scotte (Ensemble) most recently appeared as Bunny in The Gallery Players’ production of “The House of Blue Leaves.” She has appeared Off-Broadway in Stormy Weather (workshop starring Leslie Uggams, slated for Broadway), Boobs! The Musical, Eat The Runt and Strictly Personal. Regional favorites include Hairspray, A Marriage Minuet, Ruthless! The Musical, Absurd Person Singular, Company, An Ideal Husband, Oklahoma! and Carousel. Film and television credits include Julie & Julia, Me & Will, Looking For Someone (Award-winning short), The Finalists (RIPFest), The Practice, Perfect Strangers, Unsolved Mysteries, Zoobilee Zoo, The Gong Show and various commercials |
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| Kristen Sharpley (Ensemble), a CA native, is delighted to return to "The ToyMaker" after appearing in last year's reading at the York. She holds voice degrees from Rice University and CCM. Career Highlights: Mabel in "Pirates of Penzance" with Dayton Opera, Marietta in "Naughty Marietta" with Lyric Theatre of San Jose, CA, Kay in "The Taffetas" with Millbrook Playhouse, PA and "A Wonderful Life" with The John W. Engeman Theatre, NY. Her heart overflows with thanks for all, and most especially for Mom and Dad. KristenSharpley.com |
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| Abby C. Smith (Ensemble) is extremely excited to be in the NYMF cast of The ToyMaker! Abby holds a BA in Vocal Performance from Harding University and an MM in Music Theater from Oklahoma City University. She recently ended a national tour of James and the Giant Peach with Two Beans Productions. Some of her favorite roles include Penelope Pennywise (Urinetown: The Musical), Queen Aggravaine (Once Upon a Mattress), and Woman 2 (Songs for a New World). Love to Mom and Dad! AbbyCSmith.com |
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| Christopher Brian Williams (Ensemble) is pleased to be a part of NYMF working on The ToyMaker. He was recently seen playing Ryan in High School Musical 2 at North Shore Music Theatre. A graduate of The University of Cincinnati (CCM) with a BFA in Musical Theatre he is excited to make his professional NYC stage debut. Thanks to Mom, Gramma and Pa, and the entire family for their support. As well as the guys at Henderson/Hogan and everyone at The ToyMaker for this wonderful experience. |
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| James Zannelli (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his NYMF debut in The ToyMaker. Since joining AEA in 2001, James has performed regionally with the Sacramento Music Circus, North Carolina Theatre, Fulton Opera House, Phoenix Theatre, Actors Theatre of Phoenix, Media Theatre, Tennessee Repertory Theatre, Santa Fe Opera and Arizona Opera. Most recently James played Thenardier in Les Miserables at the Tuacahn Ampitheatre in St. George, UT. Other career ighlights (and favorite credits) include Jesus Christ Superstar (Caiaphas), Jekyll & Hyde (Simon Stride), Chess (Molokov). Thanks to Kenneth and the creative team for asking me to play. Please visit JamesZannelli.com |
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