*CAST*


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
 

 
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 this rehearsal period.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.