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*CAST*
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Eric Endres (Ginter, Book,
Lyrics, Music) - Eric has been a regular performer on the Western New York
music and theater scenes for several years now. He can often be seen
performing music in area acoustic venues, and he performs and records music
for children under the name 'Eric Herman'. His theater appearances include
The Music Man (Harold Hill), My Fair Lady (Alfie Dolittle), Gypsy (Herbie)
and The Glass Menagerie (Tom). In September of 2002, Eric and his wife
Roseann released their first major production together and called her Rebecca
Lynn. Eric and Roseann are working together on a musical comedy called
Archie-ology, which they are looking to premiere during the 2004-05 season.
www.EricEndres.com
www.EricHermanMusic.com
www.Archie-ology.com |
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Karen Szalach (Daisy) -
Karen most recently appeared as Mother Superior in Stage Struck's production
of Nunsense. Her Artpark credits include Man of La Mancha (Antonia), Fiddler
on the Roof, and The Sound of Music (Sister Margharetta). Favorite
performances include Camelot (Guenevere), Into the Woods (Cinderella) and
Sweeney Todd (Johanna). Karen has long been a soloist at Knox United
Presbyterian Church in Kenmore. She also teaches Literature and directs
productions at Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart. Karen is a graduate of
Niagara U.'s theatre program. She would like to thank her husband, Turk, for
being very understanding and for taking ‘baby duty’ without complaints during
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Susana Breese (Nancy Lou) -
Susana is excited to be a part of this brand new musical. Her latest roles
include Sally in You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown at Cabaret In the Square
and Eliza Dolittle in My Fair Lady at Lockport’s Palace Theatre. Other roles
include Sister Amnesia in Nunsense and Nuncrackers, Josie in George M, Lucy
in You're A Good Man..., Adelaide in Guys and Dolls, Kate McGowan in Titanic
and Ado Annie in Oklahoma. Susana sincerely thanks all who have supported her
love for theater and would like to extend special thanks to her husband
Jamie for his unending love, support and understanding. |
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Melissa Cumming (Donna) -
This is Melissa's first appearance at the Alleyway, but she is no newcomer to
theater. She has performed leads in many productions, including How To
Succeed... (Smitty), Godspell (three roles in various productions), Tony &
Tina's Wedding (Donna), Annie (Lily), and Finnegan's Farewell (Erin Finnegan-Gilboy).
She has received two Lancaster Opera House McNutt awards (Best Actress,
Supporting Actress). Choreography credits include Godspell, Grease, Mame and
Carousel. Melissa was a member of Zodiaque Dance Company, and holds a
bachelor's degree in dance from University of Buffalo. She thanks God for any
“talents” she's been given, and her Dad for his loyal support. |
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Matthew Mooney (Gene) -
Matt’s recent theater appearances include My Fair Lady (Freddy Eynsford-Hill),
You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Snoopy) and Arsenic and Old Lace
(Mortimer). He has also appeared on television shows such as HBO’s Sex and
the City, and in films including Mariah Carey’s Glitter. Matt is the director
of the Lockport branch of EduKids. |
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Natalie Sabo (Holly) -
Natalie last appeared in the Kavinoky Theater's production of My Fair Lady.
Her favorite roles include Sister Mary Leo in Nunsense Jambouree, Guinevere
in Camelot, Patty in You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown, and Carrie Pipperidge
in Carousel. With a BFA from Niagara University and a master's degree in
elementary education, Natalie hopes to share her love of theater with her
students as she continues to build her acting career. She would most of all
like to thank her parents- without their support, she wouldn't be where she
is today. |
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Kevin Smith (Randy) - Kevin
is thrilled to be involved in this world premiere musical. He is a BFA Music
Theatre student at the University at Buffalo, and will be entering his senior
year in the fall. His was recently in Birdbath at UB, which was adapted
into an experimental piece combining music, dance, and media with method
acting. The show travelled to the 12th Recontres Internationales du Theatre
in Besancon, France in March. Previous to that he was also involved with
MTC's production of Me and My Girl (Hethersett), and the student production
of JB: A Play in Verse (Mr. Zuss) at UB. He thanks his family and
friends for their love and support, especially those who risk their own
sanity for the preservation of his own. |
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Jennifer Caruana (Lanie) -
Jennifer has performed with many theatre companies in the Western New York
area, including Shea's, Alleyway Theatre (she recently appeared in the 20th
anniversary production of A Christmas Carol), Actors Anonymous Theatre
Company, The Lancaster Opera House, The Mystery Company, Upstage New York,
Canisius College, The Amherst Players and The Aurora Players. Her favorite
roles include Maria in West Side Story, Mollie in The Mousetrap, Fiona in
Brigadoon, Sabrina in Sabrina Fair, and the wacky Sister Albert Maria in Tony
'n Tina's Wedding (nearly 70 performances of this role to date). She holds a
master's degree from Canisius College and is an editor and graphic designer
by day. |
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Steven Dawson
(Clive/Porter/John) - Steven is an actor and writer in the Buffalo area. His
most recent performances include Tony and Tina's Wedding and The King and
Queen’s Royal Feast with the Actors Anonymous theater company. Steven also is
a proud member of Theater for Change and has performed and written several
shows with them over the past few years. A one- act play written by Steve
called “Conversations With My Coffee” is currently being produced by Actors
Anonymous. |
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Cathie Puleo (Stacia) -
Cathie is delighted to be a member of A Week In The Life. She would like to
congratulate Eric on his achievement. “Go, Eric!” Cathie has performed in a
variety of musicals, including The Music Man, both with Curtain Up
Productions (as Alma Hicks) and with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints (as Mrs. Squires), Gypsy with Stage Struck Productions (Tessie Tura),
and Stop the World I Want to Get Off with D'Youville College (Evie). She
hopes you will enjoy the show. |
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David Wrazien
(Rich/Kenny/Abe) - Dave started his acting career playing Harry The Horse in
Stage Struck’s production of Guys and Dolls. From there, theater goers saw
his serious side in a role as a high priest in a highly acclaimed production
of Jesus Christ Superstar. After that, Dave showcased his singing and dancing
abilities as one of the locals in a recent production of My Fair Lady. His
theater experience is not limited to his on-stage appearances. Dave has also
worked on the production end of things in Gypsy and in another production of
Guys and Dolls. He is currently enjoying working with several old friends as
well as some new ones in the production of A Week In The Life. |
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Marilyn Sue Hudson (Dottie/Dierdre/Georgette)
- A Week In The Life will be Marilyn’s first production, and she is very
excited. She is hopeful that in the future there will be more theater
productions that will offer her the opportunity to progress. In the past she
has worked on variety shows at her parish for fundraising. Marilyn also
studied flute, and is presently taking vocal lessons from Buffalo's Community
Music School under Cheryl Hudson. She is looking forward to a time of growth
and development through her new experiences in the theater. |
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Richard Fitzgerald (Larry)
- This is Rich's first trip to "Alley Way." Among his many credits are:
Agatha Christie's Black Coffee as the lead, Hercule Poirot, with Stage Struck
Productions. He has spent the last few years with Niagara Falls Little
Theatre being cast in Death Of A Salesman, 12 Angry Men, and Noises Off,
to name just a few. He has also worked with Lancaster Regional Theater in No
Sex Please, We're British and recently finished a successful run in
Finnigan's Farewell as Patrick Finnigan, at the Lancaster Opera House. Rich
is happy to be back working with some very talented actors and familiar faces
and looks forward to a very enjoyable show. |
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Brittany Ziarnowski (Paula)
- Brittany is 11 years old and is homeschooled. She is delighted to be in A
Week in the Life as acting is one of her favorite things to do. Brittany has
been in Annie, Annie, Jr., and Nuncrackers. She has previously worked
under the direction of Elaine Roberts and is thrilled to be given the
opportunity to work with her once again. In addition to acting, Brittany
takes dance, piano, gymnastics, and karate lessons. She sings in her church
choir and enjoys volunteering at St. Luke's Mission. Brittany would like to
thank her family for their support and for driving her to all her rehearsals. |
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Kevin Cheney (Johnny) -
Kevin is thrilled to be back on stage! He recently appeared in Nuncrackers
with Stage Struck Productions at the Lancaster Opera House and Riviera
Theatre. Kevin also performed in The Wizard of Oz at Cardinal O'Hara High
School as a lollipop kid. Kevin is excited to be working again with some of
the cast and crew from Nuncrackers. Kevin enjoys playing sports, especially
basketball and he also loves to read and listen to music. Kevin would like
thank his family for supporting him in all he does. Kevin plans to continue
acting and would eventually like to become a stand-up comedian. |
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Delores Lafalce (Delores) -
This is Delores’ first appearance in a theatrical production... and she
doesn’t even appear! Delores has been the beloved “yahoo” voice of Azerty,
Inc. for eleven years now. She has three children and two grandchildren, and
currently lives with her husband in Hamburg. When she is not working or
lending her voice for theater productions, Delores enjoys swimming and
cooking and spending time with her family. |
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