Cast & CREATive
David Edwards* - Fagin
DAVID EDWARDS made his theatre debut as a child in the Broadway musical THE ROTHSCHILDS. Broadway/Tour: THE PRODUCERS, BY JEEVES. Off-Bway he was the last “El Gallo” in the original run of THE FANTASTICKS. Other NYC credits include ROOM SERVICE, ROAR OF THE GREASEPAINT, THE DISPUTATION, IONESCOPADE. Regional roles include MAN OF LA MANCHA (Quixote), LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Albin) CAMELOT (Arthur), A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (Fredrik), IRMA VEP, LITTLE ME, 1776, RAGTIME & CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN at such venues as Ordway, Eugene O’Neill, Westchester Bway, Old Globe, Orlando Shakespeare, Portland Stage, GeVA, Bristol Riverside, Gateway, Florida Studio, & Syracuse Stage. Film/TV: “Belly,” “The Fantasticks: Try to Remember,” “Meshuggah-Nuns,” “The Good Wife.” Cast albums: BITTERSUITE, KINGS & solo album “David Edwards Giving Voice,” available on Amazon & ITunes. www.davidedwardsonline.com. 
Kevin McDonnell - Mr. Brownlow - Kevin is originally from Rockland County and has lived in Harriman since 1996 . Kevin is a retired letter carrier and has been active in local theater for over 20 years. He is a proud member of Cornerstone Theater Arts in Goshen NY and has appeared in many of their outdoor Shakepeare productions. Kevin has recently completed his directorial debut for CTA and had a successful run with the James McLure comedy "Lone Star" .
Nathaniel Myles - Mr. Sowerberry/Dr. Grimwig -
Nathaniel Myles is elated to be making his Greenwood Lake Theater debut! Graduating form Savannah College of Art and Design, Nathaniel moved to New York in late 2016. Since his arrival he has done Bone Soup with the Black Lady Theatre and performed as a dancer for The Black History Museum with the Smoke & Mirrors company. In his studies at SCAD he performed in: Ragtime:The Musical (Ensemble/Asst.Choreographer) Hairspray (Ensemble) Moby Dick: The Musical (Elijah) and Dancing with the Stars:Konfidential Edition (Director/Choreographer/Dancer). He would like to thank the cast and the crew for an amazing experience and stupendous production! 
Jordan P. Schroeder- The Artful Dodger is thrilled to be joining Greenwood Lake Theater this summer! A native of the Capital Region and a recent graduate of Yale University, Jordan has been fortunate enough to perform in a number of different productions in NYC, both onstage and onscreen - for more info, check out jordanpschroeder.com! Most recently he was seen on the Cortland Rep stage in their production of Newsies. All of my love always to the friends who are family, Chloe, Anna, and (of course) Mom and Dad.
Mary Virginia* - Mrs. Corney
was born in Virginia and now has an adorable little house in Greenwood Lake. She received her B.M. from East Carolina University, and a M.A. from Radford University. Theater: Glinda in The Wizard of Oz and Rona Lisa Peretti in Spelling Bee with Greenwood Lake Theater; Rosalind in As You Like It, Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing and Helena & Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream with the Spontaneous Shakespeare Players; the title role in the world premiere of Anna Nicole: Blonde Glory with Xoregos Performing Company; Blanche DuBois in A Streetcar Named Desire with Thunder Bay Theatre; and Hermione in The Winter's Tale with Southwest Shakespeare Company. She is a Co-Artistic Director at Greenwood Lake Theater and is excited to be a part of Oliver! Love to ADLC, family, friends, 6 nieces, and 2 fur kids for their continued love, support and slobbery kisses! Mary is a proud member of Actor's Equity & SAG-AFTRA. MsMaryVirginia.com 
Katherine Weatherford* - Nancy
Katherine Weatherford is thrilled to be back on the stage with Greenwood Lake Theater! You may have seen her last year as Olive Ostrovsky in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. In addition to performing with the company, Katherine serves as Co-Artistic Director alongside Mary McKinley. Past stage credits include Kathy Selden in Singin' in the Rain, Janet in The Rocky Horror Show, Judy Haynes in White Christmas, Ariel Moore in Footloose, and Maria in West Side Story. She has also appeared in numerous independent films, websites and television shows, including over 30 appearances as a guest presenter for Mysteries at the Museum on the Travel Channel. She wants to thank her incredible team of collaborators, her family, and Bryan, for his unending support, patience, and humor. |
Greg Kalafatas - Mr. Bumble/Knife Grinder
Greg is happy to be making his debut at Greenwood Lake Theater. Previous credits include the national tours of Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story (Big Bopper) and The Drowsy Chaperone. Disney Cruise Line (Genie), Hairspray (Edna), Full Monty (Dave), The Producers (Franz) & Chicago (Amos). You’ll also be able to see him in the upcoming national tour of Something Rotten as Nostradamus. Lots of love and thanks to family, friends and everyone who helped make this possible. gregkalafatas.com 
Gitana Mims - Musical Director
Gitana Mims is a graduate of Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, where she studied under the tutelage of Dr. Don Maxwell. She holds a Bachelors of Music in Music Education with an emphasis in Voice. Miss Mims has been both teaching privately and musically directing for over a decade while making occasional appearances on stage. She has had the privilege to musically direct such shows as “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”, “Chicago”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, “Kiss Me, Kate”, and “Godspell”. Miss Mims is a lifetime member of the Texas Music Educators Association and National Association of Teachers of Singing; she has also written contributing articles for the Southwestern Musician. Currently you can find her in Saint Louis teaching various music classes and lessons as well as performing with a jazz ensemble on North Grand. 
Laura Ann Peterson - Mrs. Sowerberry/Mrs. Bedwin/Old Sally - Laura Ann Peterson is elated to make her Greenwood Lakes Theater debut in Oliver! alongside such a talented artistic team, cast & crew. New York: Holofernia in Love’s Labour’s Lost: The Musical (The York), Victoria Woodhull in Dumpster Fire (SheNYC), Survivors’ Chorus in Kiss Me or Cut Off My Head (Primrose Productions). Other Theatrical Credits: Rose Hoffman/Trucker in Working: The Musical (MMC) & Madame Thenardier in Les Miserables (Arts Alive). Proud graduate of Marymount Manhattan College! Laura would like to thank God as well as her parents for their unconditional support. Follow her theatrical adventures on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or at www.lauraannpeterson.com!
Michael Sherry - Director & Choreographer - Michael , the Artistic Director at Backdoor Theatre in Wichita Falls, TX, is New Jersey born and raised. After living and studying in New York City, Michael is a graduate of AMDA and Elon University in North Carolina. Regional credits include A Chorus Line, Oklahoma, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, and Big River. Off-Broadway credits include Dickens's- A Christmas Carol, and one of the first Off-Broadway project productions of The Phantom of the Opera. Other credits include Cats and Hairspray. Michael moved to Wichita Falls to dance for the Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre. Later,Michael was asked to direct and choreograph Backdoor Theatre’s production of A Chorus Line, and later Chicago. Since taking over as Artistic Director, he has directed numerous shows, including “Chicago,” “Kiss Me Kate,” “Spamalot,” “Cabaret,” “Les Miserables,” “RENT,” “Avenue Q,” and “Rocky Horror Show.”
Brady Walsh - Bill Sikes
Brady is a native of Burnt Hills, NY and graduate of the Crane School of Music where he studied Music Business, Music Education, and Vocal Performance. In 2011, he co-founded a children's theatre camp, Carpe Diem Productions in Round Lake, NY, where he served as Music Director for 4 years. When not on stage or hiking, Brady works at the Metropolitan Opera in the Artistic Department, coordinating the National Council Auditions and assisting in casting. Credits include: Ragtime (Tateh), Candide (Maximillian), Beauty and the Beast (Beast), My Fair Lady (Alfred Doolittle), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Hysterium), Seussical (Wickersham), and On the Town (Andy/Dance Ensemble). Caitlin Kellermeyer* - Stage Manager Caitlin is a proud alumnus from Sam Houston State University and very excited to join the Greenwood Lake Family! Post college she worked for various theatres and companies including The Walt Disney Company, La Jolla Playhouse, and Forestburgh Playhouse. Most recent tours include: Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Pete the Cat, Skippyjon Jones; Snow What!?, and Berenstain Bears LIVE! Much love to the #kellermeyerkids and TL3!
Theresa Nelson - Lighting Design & Tech - Theresa is delighted to be a part of Greenwood Lake Theater again, this year as the lighting designer! An Emerson College graduate, she pursues both film and theater, in the forms of producing, lighting design, and cinematography and was recently a producing apprentice with Metropolitan Playhouse in the East Village.
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* The Actor/Stage Manager appears through the courtesy of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
Ensemble & Students of our 2018 Summer INtensive
Rose Seller - Briana Bellone
Briana is overjoyed to be the Rose Seller in this years production of Oliver!. Some of her past roles include, Miss Hannigan (Annie), Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty), and Margaurite (Dearly Departed). She would like to thank her parents, family, and friends for their never ending support. 
Jacob Ciriello - Oliver Twist (2nd Weekend) - Jacob is very proud to be part of the Greenwood Lake Theater summer program performing in the Ensemble the first weekend, and as Oliver the second weekend. He has previously had lead roles in School House Rock Live! Jr., Beauty and the Beast, Lion King, and Mary Poppins. Jacob is starting 6th grade in the fall at MW Middle School and hopes to get a part in the Drama Club's 2019 production. He is also training for his 2nd degree black belt in taekwondo and is taking guitar and singing lessons. In his free time, he enjoys karaoke, video games and building legos. Jacob would like to thank his family for all of their love and support.
Riley Cupo - Ensemble/ Propsmaster - Riley is going to be a freshman in Warwick high school and has been apart of Greenwood Lake Theater 2 years now and absolutely loves it. She was prop master last year for the Wizard of Oz and had a chance to design and create props as well as manage Toto backstage throughout the production. In her middle school career, she has worked on set design and lighting as well as stage crew for Mulan and Cinderella. She is thrilled to be a part of this Theater program to learn how Broadway shows work behind the scenes as well as on stage. Her career goal is to major in stage production and design in order to continue her love of theater as she gets older.
Julia Guinto - Charlie/Oliver US
Julia is the youngest of three siblings. She has two older brothers. From a very early age, Julia showed her love of performing - singing, dancing and always the life of the party. She has a very diverse taste in music - from Nirvana to Sinatra and everything in between. She discovered theater when she was casted with a singing role for School House Rock Live Jr on their 4th grade play at the Central Valley Elementary School. Most recently, she played Rafiki on Lion King Jr for their 5th grade play. Joining Greenwood Lake Theater is one of her most challenging roles to date, being an understudy for Oliver and Charlie while being part of the ensemble - but in typical Julia fashion, she is up to the challenge. Julia has her very own YouTube channel where she covers various pop songs and vlogs about her adventures in theater. 
Natalie Kitchin - Strawberry Seller/ Nancy & Bet US - Natalie is thrilled to be in this production of Oliver! Past experiences include SMTI at the Arkansas Rep. Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, Molly in Annie, Ariel in The Little Mermaid and Wiinifred in Once Upon A Matress. She would love to thank Mom, Dad, Step-dad and Step-brothers for their neverending love and support.
Ethan Laderman - Noah Claypole (1st Weekend) Ethan is very excited to be in Greenwood Lakes’ production of Oliver. Ethan has been performing for many years. Most recently, Ethan performed in Souza’s production of Hairspray. He was the Peddler in MWMS’s production of Oklahoma, and he was Zeus in HHYT’s production of Xanadu. Ethan would like to thank all of his family, friends, and teachers for helping him get this far in his acting and performing career.
Taylor Tuhy - Charlotte US - This is Taylor's second season with GWL Theater. Taylor is 13 years old and has been involved with the theater since she was 3 years old. She started in dance and she got the acting bug in the 4th grade when she was in the GWL middle school production of Annie. She has been in their productions of Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and this year, Peter Pan. She is also in the school choir and select chorus. When she is not singing and acting she is volunteering and doing community service as a member of the National Junior Honor Society and recipient of the Girl Scout Silver award.
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Megan Blasko - Milkmaid
Megan is very excited to be apart of Oliver! She has been doing shows since fifth grade, her most recent show being Young Frankenstein and she hopes to continue performing for as long as she can! Megan would also like to thank her family and friends for supporting her in all the shows she does! 
Landon Cross - Charlie Bates - I am 11 years and very interested in many venues. I am a part of the junior Elk program called the Antler Program which teaches children aged 8 to 20 to be heavily involved in their community. Which lead me to not only joining the Antler program, and being a participant in the teen center and art center at the Elks Lodge. This is what opened the door for my opportunity to be a part of the GWL Theater group. I am extremely ecstatic to be a part of this group of talented people and look forward to working with them on the next project. I also enjoy music and playing the guitar.
Matthew Dovico - Noah Claypole (2nd Weekend) - Matt has been involved in local theater and voice productions since 2011. Some of his favorite parts have been playing John Darling in Peter Pan Jr., Horton the Elephant, in Seussical Jr., Milo Bravo in Teens in Tinsletown. Matt is a member of the prestigious men’s chorale group Jubilate. This is his 1st production with GWLT. Matt would like to thank his family, his biggest fans for their love and support through this journey. Matt enjoys soccer, skiing and hanging out with his friends. Hopes you enjoy the show.
Ella Katzman - Oliver Twist (1st Weekend) - Ella is going to be in the 8th Grade in September. She has been involved in many theater productions over the last 7 years, and has been a member of the MW Middle School Drama Club for the last 2. Some of those roles include Little Red in Into the Woods, The Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz and Dream Laurey in Oklahoma. She enjoys singing, dancing, playing the Violin and spending time with her family and friends, especially her younger brother Ian. Ella would like to thank the entire team at The Greenwood Lake Theater Group, and wishes the entire cast and crew of Oliver a great show!
Emma Katzman - Bet - Emma will be a Junior in September at MW High School where she is an Officer in The MW HS Drama Club. She has been involved in the theater for the past 10 years, performing in many shows such as Thoroughly Modern Millie, Young Frankenstein, Big Fish, Godspell, Peter Pan and many many more. She has done everything from singing and dance ensemble to lead roles. She enjoys dance, singing, playing the violin and spending time with Friends and Family. She would like to wish the entire cast and crew of Oliver a Wonderful show and would also like to thank the team at The Greenwood Lake Theater Group for a wonderful opportunity and a great time at their Two Week Summer Intensive Camp!
Larissa Nothnagle - Charlotte -Larissa Nothnagle is excited to be a part of the cast of Oliver! This is her second show with Greenwood Lake Theater, and she could not be happier! She would like to thank her mom, dad, and sister for putting up with her these past few weeks, as well as the creative team and directors, cast, and crew of the show for allowing her to have this incredible experience.
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