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Book, Music and Lyrics by: JIM JACOBS AND WARREN CASEY EXECUTIVE PRODUCER Todd Morgan
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*Diana DeGarmo
*Ace Young
Melinda Doolittle
*Laura Matula
Liam Searcy
*Bradley D. Gale
Chase Cooksey
Quintain Craig
*Marissa Rosen
Cori Anne Laemmel
Briana Middleton
**Anna Claire Perry
Megan Murphy Chambers
Corey Caldwell
Macy Medford
Brooks Bennett
Jairus Maples
Samantha Blake
Katelynn Fahrer
Peri Barnhill
Delaney Gold
Abby Docherty
Emily Urbanski
Everett Tarlton
Ryan Lynch
Austin Querns
Kyle Caress
Hudson Snyder
**Daniel Carrasquillo
*Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers **Appearing under protection of AEA contract
CAST *Diana DeGarmo......................................................................................................................................................................Sandy Dumbrowski *Ace Young ............................................................................................................................................................................................. Danny Zuko Melinda Doolittle..................................................................................................................................................................................... Teen Angel *Laura Matula........................................................................................................................................................................................................Rizzo Liam Searcy.....................................................................................................................................................................................................Kenickie *Bradley D. Gale................................................................................................................................................................................................ Doody Chase Cooksey................................................................................................................................................................................................... Roger Quintain Craig.................................................................................................................................................................................................... Sonny *Marissa Rosen.........................................................................................................................................................................................................Jan Cori Anne Laemmel..................................................................................................................................................................................... Frenchy Briana Middleton................................................................................................................................................................................................ Marty **Anna Claire Perry...................................................................................................................................................................................... Cha-Cha Megan Murphy Chambers.....................................................................................................................................................................Miss Lynch Corey Caldwell................................................................................................................................................................................. Vince Fontaine Macy Medford....................................................................................................................................................................................... Patty Simcox Brooks Bennett............................................................................................................................................................................................... Eugene Jairus Maples..................................................................................................................................................................................... Johnny Casino Samantha Blake..........................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Katelynn Fahrer..........................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Peri Barnhill..................................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Delaney Gold...............................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Abby Docherty............................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Emily Urbanski............................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Ryan Lynch...................................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Everett Tarlton.............................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Austin Querns..............................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Kyle Caress...................................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble Hudson Snyder............................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble **Daniel Carrasquillo.................................................................................................................................................................................Ensemble
BAND Stephen Kummer................................................................................................................................................................Keyboard/Conductor Jimmy Bowland, Evan Cobb............................................................................................................................................................... Saxophone LIndsey Miller, Tim Calhoun........................................................................................................................................................................... Guitar Jeff Cox.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Bass Danny Young.............................................................................................................................................................................................Percussion
*DIANA DEGARMO Sandy Dumbrowski For over the last decade, Diana DeGarmo has been blowing away audiences with her powerful voice and irresistible charm. Fans first grew to love Diana on the cultural phenomenon, AMERICAN IDOL where she placed second at the mere age of 16. Shortly after, Diana released her first single “Dreams” that reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. She made her Broadway debut at only 18 in the role of Penny Pingleton in HAIRSPRAY, solidifying her spot amongst the Broadway Divas. Her comedy chops and big voice brought down the house again in the Off Broadway cult hit, THE TOXIC AVENGER as Sarah the blonde, blind, librarian. Splitting her time between her beloved home in Nashville and the rest of the world, Diana made a name for herself on the #1 Daytime TV Drama, THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS, creating the vivacious and wild character, Angelina. While in Los Angeles, Diana revised her beloved role as Penny Pingleton in HAIRSPRAY at the Hollywood Bowl starring Drew Carey and Corbin Bleu. All the while releasing two of her own EPs, “Unplugged in Nashville” and “Live to Love” that included the hit song “Good Goodbye” that was showcased during her reign on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS. In 2010, she joined the Broadway revival of HAIR where she met now husband, Ace Young. Soon the two became a dynamic duo writing and singing songs for TV Shows and Films and touring together in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and multiple times with the USO. Diana has also taken her talents on the road with the First National Broadway Tours of BKYLN: THE MUSICAL and 9 TO 5, where she was handpicked to play Doralee by the one and only Dolly Parton herself! She recently returned home to Nashville from touring South Korea while starring as Lucy in JEKYLL & HYDE alongside Kyle Dean Massey. Diana was an active actor as a child growing up in Georgia, but her most recent films include ALTO, AFTER THE SUN FELL and THE FIRST RIDE OF WYATT EARP. To hear Diana at her finest, download & stream her new EP “GEMINI - Volume 1” on your favorite online music player. “GEMINI - Volumes 2 & 3” will be gracing you soon! Diana is a one-of-a-kind entertainer who has always wanted her career to not be just a shooting star but an entire galaxy.
CAST *ACE YOUNG Danny Zuko Ace Young is a creative chameleon. He has made it his life’s purpose to wear every hat in the entertainment industry he can from acting, singing, writing songs for artists and brands, composing for films, touring his own music, directing and more. This Grammy Nominated songwriter has written Number 1 hits in both the US and Overseas. He says, “A true artist will do whatever the next project needs and never stop learning.” Long before he was introduced to the world on the biggest season of American Idol history, Ace had already performed, created and produced music for a major motion picture and toured the country with R&B royalty. His career has taken him to stages around the world from Afghanistan and Bahrain with the USO, New York City with Broadway hits GREASE and HAIR, and Los Angeles TV sets from “Bones” to “Born Again Virgin.” He and wife, Diana DeGarmo, toured the country together in the show JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT with Ace in the title role. Proudly wearing his producer hat, Ace is currently leading the creation in Diana’s new album, GEMINI. His first film, CLINTON ROAD, starring alongside Ice T, will be released in 2018. Growing up in Colorado as the youngest of five boys, Ace has never once backed down from a challenge and doesn’t plan on starting any time soon. He is honored to be represented by Headline Talent and active member of AEA and SAG-AFTRA.
MELINDA DOOLITTLE Teen Angel Melinda Doolittle is best known for her third place finish on American Idol. Since then, she has had the honor of singing at Carnegie Hall, The White House, The Kennedy Center, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and has enjoyed traveling all over the world with her show The Great American Soulbook. Melinda is so excited to be doing her second show with Studio Tenn! Teen Angel is a dream role for her and this cast is made up of all her favorite people.
*LAURA MATULA Rizzo Credits include: Lady of the Lake, SPAMALOT (Studio Tenn), Wicked Witch of the West, THE WIZARD OF OZ (Studio Tenn), Principal, THE RAY LEGACY (Studio Tenn), Principal, THE CASH LEGACY (Studio Tenn), Fantine, LES MISERABLES (Studio Tenn), Eliza Doolittle, MY FAIR LADY (Studio Tenn), Marta, COMPANY (Nashville Rep), Principal, SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE (Studio Tenn), Miss Adelaide, GUYS & DOLLS (Studio Tenn), Chiffon, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Nashville Rep), Mimi Marquez, RENT (Boiler Room), Eva Peron, EVITA (Street Theatre Company). Laura is honored to have been able to perform on some of Nashville’s greatest stages, including the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, TPAC’s Jackson Hall and the historic Ryman Auditorium. She is proud to be a Nashville-based artist and arts supporter. In addition to performing on stage and in the studio Laura is a vocal coach, music director, writer and arranger. Her first musical written with Cori Anne Laemmel and titled ‘If I Were You’ debuted at The Theater Bug in Nashville in 2017. Laura is co-owner of MA2LA, a husband and wife Nashville-based creative firm specializing in brand identity, photography and film. She is also a proud member of MAS, a Nashville-based cabaret group. Most importantly Laura is a wife and mother. WWW.LAURAMATULA.COM
CAST LIAM SEARCY Kenickie Liam Searcy is a freshman Musical Theatre Major at Belmont University and is very excited to be joining the cast of GREASE in his Studio Tenn debut. His previous credits include Prince Eric in THE LITTLE MERMAID at Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre and Enjolras in the French Woods Festival’s performance of LES MISERABLES. 1 Corinthians 13:1
*BRADLEY D. GALE Doody Bradley D. Gale is born to hand jive baby and isjust about jumpin’ out of his skin to be jiving with this incredible group of people. After spending three years touring with THE BOOK OF MORMON the musical, he landed in Nashville in 2015, and since then has been seen with Studio Tenn in both EVITA and A STUDIO TENN CHRISTMAS; 2016 and 2017. Other local credits include SPIRIT (2016 and 2017); Mike in the regional premiere of FREAKY FRIDAY at Chaffin’s. Favorite roles include playing Donovan in the regional premiere of Roger Bean’s SUMMER OF LOVE and having the supreme honor of portraying Elder Price opposite Tony Award winner Ben Platt as Elder Cunningham multiple times in THE BOOK OF MORMON (Chicago). Many many thanks to Matt, Benji, Steve and the rest of the team at Studio Tenn for this amazing opportunity. All my love to my husband Brandon for his incredible love and support, and much gratitude to the rest of my family and friends for inspiring me, encouraging me and for putting up with me!
CHASEY COOKSEY Roger Chase is making his debut appearance on the Studio Tenn stage. Originally from Meridian, MS, Chase made his move to Nashville two years ago. His film credits include a principal lead in the Universal Picture movie, “Pitch Perfect.” His love for acting began in the theater and his favorite role was Marius in Les Miserables with Meridian Performing Arts Center. He would someday love to revisit this character. He has a Bachelors in Fine Art, Communications, & Interior Design from Mississippi State University. After having worked with Studio Tenn in various capacities, he is delighted to be on stage with this awesome cast.
QUINTAN CRAIG Sonny Credits Include: Ensemble, SPAMALOT (Studio Tenn); Angie, GYPSY, (Studio Tenn), Bob Wallace, WHITE CHRISTMAS (Belmont University), Lucas, THE ADDAMS FAMILY (Belmont University), Scab, BILLY ELLIOT (MTWichita), Ensemble, HAIRSPRAY (Hollywood Bowl), Sasha, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Music Theatre West), The Little Boy, RAGTIME (Music Theatre West), Ensemble, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN (MTWichita) Junior, ON YOUR TOES (Reprise), Yonkers, GYPSY (West Coast Ensemble), Book Worm, HELLO DOLLY! (MTWichita), Ensemble, 42ND STREET (MTWichita), Roy, A CHORUS LINE (Music Theatre West), Nathan, THE FULL MONTY (Music Theatre West), Ensemble, BIG FISH (MTWichita), Official Voice of Charlie Brown (Shultz Entertainment). Quintan is pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre at Belmont University.
CAST *MARISSA ROSEN Jan Marissa Rosen is a born & raised New Yorker thrilled to be back at Studio Tenn! She was last in Nashville playing Little Red Riding Hood in Studio Tenn’s production of “Into the Woods.” Most recently, she was seen in the Off-Broadway production of The Marvelous Wonderettes, the Chicago premiere of “A Taste of things to Come”, & touring Europe with Priscilla Queen of the Desert. Some of her favorite credits include: Jawbreaker, Grease, Legally Blonde, Bare, Urinetown & Into the Woods. Lots of love to Matt, Jacob, Bloc, The Rosenettes & my ridiculously supportive family & friends. For my grandpa forever in the front row... www.marissarosen.com @themarissarosen
CORI ANNE LAEMMEL Frenchy Cori Anne Laemmel is thrilled to be a part of this phenomenal cast and crew. Cori hails from sunny Santa Cruz, California and attended the Musician’s Institute of Hollywood for vocal performance. Some of Cori’s favorite past roles have been Gertrude McFuzz in Seussical at the Nashville Children’s Theatre, Janet in Yankee Tavern and Poppy in Noises Off at The Nashville Repertory Theatre, Cathy in Last 5 Years, Olive Ostrovsky in The 25th Annual…Spelling Bee, and Pickles in The Great American Trailer Park Musical at Street Theatre Company. Cori is the artistic Director and founder of The Theater Bug, a non-profit youth organization where she writes and directs original plays and musicals with young people year round. The Theater Bug is proud to be the official children’s theater partner of Studio Tenn, and Cori enjoys assisting with casting and coaching the professional youth actors on the Studio Tenn stage. Cori is also a founding member of the cabaret group MAS Nashville. Cori would like to thank Matt and the entire Studio Tenn family for this wonderful opportunity, and her amazing husband, Tyson, and her son, Lucky, for their never ending love and support. She would also like to give a shout out to her “bugs” for reminding her every day what a treasure, joy, and privilege it is to make art, especially with those you love.
BRIANA MIDDLETON Marty Briana is beyond grateful to be making her professional stage debut with Studio Tenn in Grease. Briana spent a year and a half studying Acting/Music Theatre at Carnegie Mellon University and will now be transferring to The University of North Carolina School of the Arts to continue her acting training. Before going back to school in the Fall, this Summer Briana will performing in Ars Nova’s Ant Fest with a Rap/ Hip Hop new work musical. She would like to thank the Franklin Brentwood Arts Academy for giving her the strong foundation she still uses today, David Berry for teaching her the value of balance in one’s life and work, and her family for letting her fall when she needed to, but always being there in case she needed catching.
**ANNA CLAIRE PERRY Cha-Cha Studio Tenn credits include: Peacock, The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe, Ensemble, Spamalot!, Graziella, West Side Story, Ensemble, EVITA. Regional credits include: Pear Lady/Daphne, Thoroughly Modern Millie (Prism Theatrics), Ensemble, Kiss Me Kate (Westchester Broadway Theater) Alice, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (La Comedia) Ensemble, A Wonderful Life (John W Engeman Theater). Dance credits include two years with Royal Caribbean Productions and three seasons with collidEdance Company. Anna has a BFA in Jazz Dance Performance from the University of the Arts. Love to her amazing friends, family, and husband, John (the original Danny) !
CAST MEGAN MURPHY CHAMBERS Miss Lynch Megan is thrilled to return to Studio Tenn and rule Rydell with an iron fist. Other Studio Tenn roles include Mrs. Kendal in ELEPHANT MAN and Glinda in WIZARD OF OZ. She has also been seen on Nashville stages as the title role in MARY POPPINS (ATPro); Amy in COMPANY, Mother in A CHRISTMAS STORY, Henry Clay in BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON, Beggar Woman in SWEENEY TODD (Nashville Rep); Abigail in DAUGHTERS OF SALEM (Nashville Children’s Theatre) and Diana in NEXT TO NORMAL (Boiler Room Theatre). Megan writes and performs with MAS Nashville, and produced her first onewoman cabaret, FUN, last month. Offstage she can be found spoiling her pit bull. Love and gratitude to her friends and family, always and especially to her favorite delinquent, Mister Jack. Enjoy the show!.
COREY CALDWELL Vince Fontaine Credits include: Schrank/Glad Hand, WEST SIDE STORY (Studio Tenn); Swifty Lazar/Bob Zelnick, FROST/NIXON (Studio Tenn); Constable, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Chaffin’s Barn); Slim, OF MICE AND MEN (Boiler Room Theatre); Branigan, GUYS AND DOLLS (Studio Tenn); Mitch, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE (Boiler Room Theatre); Juror Twelve, TWELVE ANGRY MEN (Studio Tenn), Bert/Sam Wainwright/Mr. Martini, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (Studio Tenn). Corey lives in Nashville with wife Erica and their new baby Rosemary. He’s been in a bad mood since 1998.
MACY MEDFORD Patty Simcox Macy is thrilled to be in her first production at Studio Tenn! She is currently a junior Musical Theatre major at Belmont University, and is a voice student of Nancy Allen. Favorite past roles include Lucy Schmeeler (On the Town), Grandma Tzeitel (Fiddler on the Roof), Iola Stover (Parade), Corie (Barefoot in the Park), Marian the Librarian (The Music Man) and Janet van de Graaf (The Drowsy Chaperone). Macy is an pop singer/songwriter, and is a proud member of the Grammy Recording Academy. She wants to thank her parents and brothers for their unending support, her friends and professors, and Studio Tenn for giving her this incredible opportunity. http://www. macymedfordmusic.com
BROOKS BENNETT Eugene Credits include: M. Bougeron-Cochon, GYPSY (Studio Tenn); Ensemble, It’s a Wonderful Life (Studio Tenn); Host, Spring Sing 2018 (Harding University); Hugo, Inside Out Atlas (Theater Bug). Brooks is excited to return to Studio Tenn after working as the season apprentice for the 15/16 season. Love to Mom, Dad, and Nathan for their unending support and to the Maker for giving me the passion for storytelling. Jer. 29:11.
CAST JAIRUS MAPLES Johnny Casino/Understudy: Danny Zuko Jairus Maples makes his debut on Studio Tenn’s stage as “Johnny Casino”. Classically trained, holding a Bachelor of Music from Belmont University, Jairus has performed roles from Mozart to Menken, working in a variety of theaters across the East coast, and in film. His most recent appearances include It’s a Wonderful Life: The Musical, Southern Fried Funeral, Tosca, and Cosi fan Tutte. Jairus also performs with Nashville’s own Beyond Wings Circus exhibiting a plethora of acts including but not limited to juggling, flairtending, trapeze, aerial silks, and fire breathing/spinning. Mr. Maples would like to thank you for your continued support of the arts in your community, and he looks forward to his upcoming role as “Hugo” in The Nashville Children’s Theater’s production of Tuck Everlasting.
SAMANTHA BLAKE Ensemble/Understudy: Cha-Cha Credits include: Cat, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (Studio Tenn) Ensemble, SPAMALOT (Studio Tenn), Dance Ensemble, EVITA (Studio Tenn), Francisca, West Side Story (Studio Tenn), Tzeitel, Fiddler on the Roof (Belmont University), Dance Captain/ Ensemble, On The Town (Belmont University), Dancer, 9 to 5 (Belmont University), Ensemble, Parade (Belmont University), The Nutcracker (Atlanta Ballet), Featured Ensemble, Les Miserables directed by Dave Clemmons (The Performer’s Warehouse). Samantha was a pre-professional dancer with Atlanta Ballet and attended summer intensives at Atlanta Ballet, Orlando Ballet, The Draper Center in Rochester, NY, Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C., and Broadway Artists Alliance in NYC. Samantha is pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre at Belmont University. Samantha is grateful for the opportunity to work with Studio Tenn and wishes to thank her family, professors, and mentors for all their love and support. Psalm 46:10
KATELYNN FAHRER Ensemble/Understudy: Frenchy, Patty Simcox Credits include: Ensemble, SPAMALOT (Studio Tenn); Ensemble, EVITA (Studio Tenn); Clarice, WEST SIDE STORY (Studio Tenn); Ensemble/Associate Choreographer, ON THE TOWN (Belmont University), Female/Male Ensemble, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Belmont University); Player, PIPPIN (Street Theatre Company). Katelynn is thrilled to be going back to High School with such an amazing cast and crew for her fourth Studio Tenn production! Katelynn is a Senior at Belmont University, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre with a minor in Dance. She would like to thank her family, friends, and professors for their unending love and support.
PERI BARNHILL Ensemble/Understudy: Jan, Miss Lynch Peri is thrilled to be making her Studio Tenn debut! She spent last summer interning in the Social Media and Marketing department at Studio Tenn. She then went on to intern at Warner Music Nashville and pilot Belmont University’s first Musical Theatre “abroad” program in New York. She was last seen in Fidder on the Roof at Belmont University where he is working toward her BFA Musical Theatre degree with an Entertainment Journalism Minor. Her past credits include Roz Keith in 9 to 5, Wendy Jo in Footloose and Polly Baker in Crazy For You. Outside of theatre, Peri spends her time in Belmont’s sketch comedy group, Fall Follies. She is incredibly grateful for her supportive family and would like to thank everyone in the production team, cast and crew for such a wonderful experience!
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CAST DELANEY GOLD Ensemble Originally from the great Pacific North West, Delaney calls Nashville her home as she pursues her BFA in Musical Theatre at Belmont University. Recent credits include: ON THE TOWN (Ivy Smith) Belmont University, NEWSIES (Newsie Curly) Music Theatre Wichita, THE HUNCBACK OF NOTREDAME (Gargoyle) Music Theatre Wichita, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (Modern/Stenographer) Music Theatre Wichita, SPAMALOT (Ensemble) Studio Tenn, EVITA (Dance Ensemble) Studio Tenn, WEST SIDE STORY (Minnie) Studio Tenn. Many thanks to Mom and Dad for their love and support, Aunt Trace, Uncle Hank and Emmie for their undying hospitality and God for his amazing Love!
ABBY DOCHERTY Ensemble/Understudy: Rizzo, Marty Abby Docherty is a recent graduate of Belmont University where she received her BFA in Musical Theatre. Recent credits include “Claire De Loone” in ON THE TOWN, “Cinderella” in CINDERELLA, “Sandy” in GREASE, and “Elle Woods” in LEGALLY BLONDE. Abby looks forward to moving to New York this fall to pursue musical theatre. Many thanks to Nancy Allen, Drew and Lea Lachey, and her wonderful family. Glory to God.
EMILY URBANSKI Ensemble/Understudy: Sandy Dumbrowski Originally from Carmel, Indiana, Emily’s performing background started at 5 years old when she began dancing. Emily has trained in 8 styles and has performed in venues including Kings Island, collegiate and professional basketball games, and Disney World. Emily moved to Nashville in 2016 to study Musical Theatre Major at Belmont University. Emily’s credits include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (ensemble) and ON THE TOWN (Featured Dancer) as well as working as the Dance Assistant for 9 TO 5. Regional credits include: BRING IT ON (Skylar), LEGALLY BLONDE (Brooke Wyndham), WHITE CHRISTMAS (Susan), FOOTLOOSE (ensemble), and others. Emily is also an instructor at Nashville Theatre School where she teaches Musical Theatre classes as well as being the Assistant Choreographer and Stage Manager for their musicals. Emily sends a huge thank you to her always supportive family, Daniel, and Erica Aubrey.
EVERETT TARLTON Ensemble Everett hails originally from Tennessee but has lived nomadically throughout the southeast working as an actor, singer, dancer, comedian, coach, director and choreographer for over a decade. Everett left home and began his artistic career at a young age performing at Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios. He was most recently seen as Josh in MOCKINGBIRD (Nashville Children’s Theatre) and Andrew Jackson in BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON (Nashville Rep). He has also appeared in DISCOVERING SHAKESPEARE (Nashville Shakespeare Festival), CHICAGO (Nashville Rep) THE ODD COUPLE and ALL SHOOK UP (Chaffin’s Barn), and OKLAHOMA! (MCTC). Film credits include the series Nashville, Race with the Devil, Big Stone Gap, MTV.com, as well as several music videos and commercials. A veteran of the Fringe Festival Circuit, Everett has performed in many award-winning shows including: BeBe, Tallulah Dies (2011 Producers Pick-Cincy Fringe), and his one-man show Timmy Goes to Rehab (5 out of 5 stars-Kansas City Fringe).
CAST RYAN LYNCH Ensemble/Understudy: Doody, Roger Ryan is a student from Atlanta, Georgia studying for a BFA in Musical Theatre as a sophomore at Belmont University. Recent credits include John, JOHN AND JEN (Street Theatre Company); Avram, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Belmont University); Ensemble, ON THE TOWN (Belmont University); Davey, NEWSIES (Disney Theatrical Recordings); Mr.Banks, MARY POPPINS JR. (Musical Theatre International Recordings). Ryan also has credits in community and educational theatre around Atlanta including Rusty Charlie, GUYS AND DOLLS (Play on Players); Carl Hanratty, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN (Red Phoenix Theatre Company); Gomez Addams, THE ADDAMS FAMILY (Red Phoenix Theatre Company). In high school, Ryan had the opportunity to showcase the “Tonight (Quintet)” from WEST SIDE STORY as Tony at the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta. He wants to express great love for all his family and friends that support him through all his endeavors.
AUSTIN QUERNS Ensemble/Understudy: Eugene Austin Querns is a 21 year old from Hattiesburg, MS. Austin is very excited to make his Studio Tenn debut with GREASE. Previous credits include: Ensemble, BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON, (Nashville Repertory Theatre). Abel, CHILDREN OF EDEN, (Circle Players). Waldo Figment, ON THE TOWN; Motel the Tailor, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF; Josh Newstead, 9 TO 5; Detective Starnes, PARADE, (Belmont University). Grasshopper, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH; Franz, ROCK OF AGES, (Hubcity Players). Valentine, MARY POPPINS, (University of Southern Miss). Austin is a Junior at Belmont University pursuing a Bachelor in Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. Thanks to my family and Belmont faculty for all their love and support. Instagram: @austinquerns
KYLE CARESS Ensemble Credits include Ensemble, SPAMALOT, EVITA, WEST SIDE STORY, WIZARD OF OZ (Studio Tenn); Chip, ON THE TOWN (Belmont University); and Britt Craig, PARADE (Belmont University). Kyle just recently graduated as a Musical Theatre Major with a dance minor at Belmont University. He would like to thank his friends, family, and teachers for their continued support.
HUDSON SNYDER Ensemble Hudson is very excited to work with Studio Tenn for the first time and join the family! Hudson is a Musical Theatre major at Belmont University, where he was most recently seen as a featured dancer in Fiddler on the Roof and On the Town. Before moving to Nashville, Hudson was originally from Zionsville, Indiana where he trained in dance for 5 years in styles including jazz, ballet, tap, hip-hop and modern. Some of Hudson’s favorite credits include: Marcellus (The Music Man), Mr. Green (Clue), and Garvin (Footloose). After Grease, you can see Hudson perform as Elmer in Disney’s Newsies later this summer at Grandstreet Theatre. Hudson would like to thank Jo Lynn Burks, Nancy Allen and his family for all of their continuous love and support.
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CREATIVE TEAM BILLY DITTY (Choreographer) Credits include: Juror/ensemble, CHICAGO(Nashville Repertory Theatre), Leading Player, PIPPIN, (Boiler Room ), Harry The Horse, GUYS AND DOLLS, (Studio Tenn), Jinx, FOREVER PLAID, (Chaffin’s Dinner Theatre), Baby John, WEST SIDE STORY, (Tennessee Repertory ), Featured Dancer, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, (Cumberland County Playhouse), Featured Dancer/Choreographer, PERRY DANOS’ SHOW, (Orleans Hotel , Las Vegas), Company Member, TENNESSEE DANCE THEATRE, USA/France Tour-(Donna Rizzo/Andrew Kritchels Directors), Dancer/Choreographer, MARTINA MCBRIDE’S JOY OF CHRISTMAS TOUR , (John and Martina McBride), Paul, ALEXANDERS….BAD DAY, (Nashville Children’s Theatre ).
MITCH WHITE (Technical Director/Scene Shop Manager) A master-level craftsman and experienced production professional, Mitch White makes Studio Tenn’s custom stage designs into reality with surgical precision and artistic ingenuity. White segued into professional theatre after a 25-year career in the music industry working in management, artist development, touring, marketing and promotion with numerous performers including Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, TobyMac, Alison Krauss, Vince Gill, Sheryl Crow and more. He was first introduced to Studio Tenn when his wife Susannah was cast in the company’s inaugural season opener HELLO, DOLLY!. He began building sets and soon realized he’d found his perfect niche: combining his entertainment industry and construction experience along with his organizational and creative skills. White has served as Technical Director and Set Co-designer for all of Studio Tenn’s productions since 2011, including GUYS AND DOLLS (2011); A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2011-2013); THE MIRACLE WORKER (2012); THE SOUND OF MUSIC (2012); SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE (2012); BIG RIVER (2013); MY FAIR LADY (2013); THE HANK LEGACY (2013); INTO THE WOODS (2013); FROST/NIXON (2014); LES MISERABLES (2014); FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (2014); STEEL MAGNOLIAS (2014); IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (2014); THE CASH LEGACY (2015/2017); THE WIZARD OF OZ (2015); THE GLASS MENAGERIE (2016); WEST SIDE STORY (2016); EVITA (2016); THE BATTLE OF FRANKLIN (2016/2017); THE ELEPHATN MAN (2017); MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT (2017); THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE (2017); DOUBT (2018). Other theatre credits include productions by Tennessee Repertory Theatre and Belmont University. Additionally, White is commissioned to design and produce custom pieces and installations by bands, artists and venues including the Nashville Public Library and the Frist Museum.
MATT PARKER (Production/Company Manager) Matt has stage managed the world premiere of THE ICE TREATMENT at Actors Bridge Ensemble and spent several years at Nashville Repertory Theatre as their Company Coordinator/Artistic Assistant. Other experience includes Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Berkshire Theatre Group, Dane Peterson Theatre Series, and Birmingham Children’s Theatre. He studied Theatre at Samford University, where he was the founding producer of Underground Theatre, a fully student-run theatre company.
CREATIVE TEAM *BENJAMIN KERN (Production Stage Manager) Benjamin is the resident production stage manager at Studio Tenn, where he has worked on productions such as EVITA, GYPSY, WESTSIDE STORY and SPAMALOT. Prior to coming to Nashville, Benjamin worked at the Lortel Winning Off-Broadway Company Primary Stages where he helped to produce new American Plays. With Primary Stages, Benjamin also worked on: THE FRESH INK READING Series for the Dorthy Strelsin New American Writer’s Group that included Broadway and TV talent such as Michael Cerveris, Mary Louise Parker, and John Glover. Previous Credits Include: National Tours: I LOVE LUCY, LIVE ONSTAGE (1st National); Off Broadway: THE MORINI STRADD starring Tony Winner Mary Beth Peil; The ESPA: DETENTION SERIES; SECRETS OF THE TRADE starring Tony Winner John Golver (Primary Stages); Regional: EVITA starring Eden Espinosa, CASH LEGACY at Ryman Auditorium; WEST SIDE STORY, GYPSY (Studio Tenn.), JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT; OF MICE AND MEN; RING OF FIRE; A FUNNY THING... FORUM (Maples Repertory), DAMN YANKEES starring Emmy Winner Carson Kressly (Ogunquit Playhouse), CENDRILLION (Kentucky Opera), OKLAHOMA! (Quisisana). Thank you to Mom, Dad and Kai. Proud member of Actor’s Equity Association.
STEPHEN MOSS (Lighting Designer) Stephen is the proud recipient of the 2016 United States Institute for Theatre Technology Rising Star Award. Selected theatrical lighting design credits include: THE ELEPHANT MAN (Studio Tenn); THE BATTLE OF FRANKLIN (World Premiere); THE RAY LEGACY (World Premiere); THE GLASS MENAGERIE, GYPSY, THE HANK LEGACY (World Premiere); THE CASH LEGACY (World Premiere); IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, INTO THE WOODS, MY FAIR LADY, BIG RIVER, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE (Studio Tenn); OLEANNA, MAGIC (Blackbird Theater); RABBIT HOLE, NEXT TO NORMAL (Circle Players); WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, MARRY POPPINS (Act Too Pro); TARZAN (National Association for Music Education). In addition to theatre, Stephen works as lighting designer for concerts and other events at the Franklin Theatre. There, he has had the privilege to work with artists such as Michael W. Smith, Phil Vassar, Jo Dee Messina, The Bacon Brothers, Michael McDonald, Bill Medley, Art Garfunkel, Kix Brooks, Wynonna, and Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers, among others. He has also designed lighting for the Dove Awards Pre-Telecast and the Gospel Music Association Honors event. Stephen is a graduate of Lipscomb University with a B.A. in Theatrical Design.
ELIZA GARRITY (Sound Designer) Eliza Garrity graduated from Belmont University in 2015 with a B.A. in Theatre & Drama. Her credits include: The Battle of Franklin (Studio Tenn, 2016 & 2017), The Elephant Man (Studio Tenn, 2017), Spamalot (Studio Tenn, 2017), The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe (Studio Tenn, 2017), and Doubt (Studio Tenn, 2018). Big thanks to Darin Pegram for helping make this show happen, and putting up with me, both as a friend and professional.
DANNY NORTHUP (Audio Engineer) Studio Tenn credits include: ELEPHANT MAN, A STUDIO TENN CHRISTMAS, BATTLE OF FRANKLIN, EVITA, GYPSY, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, THE GLASS MENAGERIE, SHOWMANCE, THE RAY LEGACY, WEST SIDE STORY, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, THE CASH LEGACY, THE WIZARD OF OZ, THE HANK LEGACY, INTO THE WOODS, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, FROST/NIXON, LES MISERABLES, SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE, BIG RIVER, MY FAIR LADY, GUYS & DOLLS, SOUND OF MUSIC, HELLO DOLLY!
STAFF AND CREW Matt Logan.......................................................................................................................................... Artistic Director/Artistic Producer Todd Morgan.............................................................................................................................Managing Director/Executive Producer
PRODUCTION TEAM Matt Logan..............................................................................................................................................................................................Director Stephen Kummer..................................................................................................................................................................... Music Director Billy Ditty................................................................................................................................................................................... Choreographer Kyle Caress, Anna Claire Perry......................................................................................................................................... Dance Captains Matt Parker..................................................................................................................................................................... Production Manager *Benjamin Kern................................................................................................................................................ Production Stage Manager Matt Clark................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Aubrey Downing................................................................................................................................................Assistant Stage Managers Arden Guice, Maddie Palmaccio......................................................................................................................... Production Assistants Sloan Fischer, Casey Harahan.................................................................................................................Production Assistant Interns Matt Logan..............................................................................................................................................................................Scenic Designer Mitch White............................................................................................................... Associate Scenice Designer/Techincal Director Robert Helvey........................................................................................................... Assistant Technical Director/Master Electrician Joshua Bennett................................................................................................................................................................ General Technician Harry Bridge, Nicole Dayton, Seth Kays, Tyson Laemmel ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� , Nathan Martin, Tom Milillo, Jamie Noon, ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Rachael Rodgers, Taylor Russ....................................................................................................................................................Carpenters Kathryn Walters........................................................................................................................................................................ Scenic Charge Tucky Myhre................................................................................................................................................................................ Scenic Artists Brandon Copeland........................................................................................................................................................ Properties Designer Stephen Moss..................................................................................................................................................................... Lighting Designer Harry Bridge, Nicole Dayton....................................................................................................................................................... Light Crew Eliza Garrity.............................................................................................................................................................................Sound Designer Darin Pegram...................................................................................................................................................... Assistant Sound Designer Danny Northup.......................................................................................................................................................................Audio Engineer Joshua Bennett...................................................................................................................................................................................... Audio 2 Charles Young...............................................................................................................................................................................Projectionist Matt Logan.............................................................................................................................................................................Costume Design Melodie Madden Adams........................................................................................................................... Associate Costume Designer Allison Fleming.............................................................................................................................. Wardrobe Supervisor/Lead Stitcher Debi Blake, Blake Danford, Sydeny DeMatteis ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Leann Diercksen, Abbey Rhyne..................................................................................................................................................... Stitchers Blake Danford................................................................................................................................................................................ Star Dresser Evelyn O’Neal Brush, Sydney Dematteis, ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Abbey Rhyne, Garris Wimmer......................................................................................................................................... Wardrobe Crew Allison Fleming..........................................................................................................................................................Wig Design Associate Maggie D. Harris-Caudill...................................................................................................................................................... Wig Technician Joseph Kent..................................................................................................................................................... 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STUDIO TENN STAFF Matt Logan..............................................................................................................................................................................Artistic Director Todd Morgan......................................................................................................................................................................Managing Director Rich Lockwood......................................................................................................................................................... Chief Financial Officer Logan Treadaway.............................................................................................................................................Interim Marketing Director Abi Inglis ..................................................................................................................................Box Office & Communication Associate Janie Metts.................................................................................................................................................................. Concessions Manager Matt Parker............................................................................................................................................ Production & Company Manager *Benjamin Kern.......................................................................................................Associate Producer/Production Stage Manager Allison Fleming............................................................................................................................................................. Costume Supervisor Mitch White.........................................................................................................................................................................Technical Director Robert Helvey................................................................................................................................................. Assistant Technical Director Kathryn Walters.........................................................................................................................................................Resident Scenic Artist Joshua Bennett................................................................................................................................................................ General Technician MA2LA........................................................................................................ Offical Creative + Marketing Design, Photography, Film Shade Adyemo, Courtney Coppa, Courtney Schuster, Akhasa Young �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Sydney DeMatties, Abby Janis, Macy Medford ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Kendall Streets, Emilie Ulbricht, Kat Shannon.........................................................................................................Company Interns
FOUNDERS AND COMPANY MEMBERS STUDIO TENN FOUNDERS
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MATT LOGAN PHILIP HALL MARGUERITE HALL
Melinda Doolittle, Kelly Frey, Marcela Gomez, Charlotte Goldston, Dan Gordon, Lance Gruner, Carl Haley, Philip M. Hall, Marguerite T. Hall, Robert Higdon, Matt King, Wayne Kirkpatrick, Jim Lattimore, Matthew T. Logan, Yvette Meldrum, Trish Munro Jennifer Parker, Donald Stinnett, Bruce Sullivan
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James Alcott, Michelle Alcott, Danny Anderson, Teresa Anderson, Angie Atema, Tom Atema, Chaz Corzine, Gary Glover, Charlotte Goldston, Amanda Hampton, Bill Hampton, Mimi Heldman, Russ Heldman, Llew Ann King, Andy Marshall, Janet Marshall, Anthony Matula, Laura Matula, James Munro, Patricia Munro, Paul Polycarpou, John Schuck, Harrison Schuck, Denise Sikes, Greg Sikes, Vicki Stout, Candy Sullivan, Lawrence Sullivan, Howard Wall, Kim Wall, Candie Westbrook, Larry Westbrook
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Reggie and Karen Anderson, Duff and Kathryn Berschback, Cherry and Associates, Chip and Gina Crunk, Steven and Mary Beth Chapman, Tom and Katie Douglas, Joe and Paula Flautt, Philip and Marguerite Hall Bill and Elizabeth Hawkins, Mike and Stacey Kopp, David and Amy Landers, David and Deen Logan, Sam and Karen Logan, Tim and Betsy Martin, Bruce and Karen Moore, Tony and Tina Myers, Bond and Dana Oman, Don and Edie Orr, Greg and Senise Sikes, Jeff and Mary Simpson, Drew and Mary Trapnell
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