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Advice (February 5-28, 2025)
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Advice Cast & Creative
Amanda Kristin Nichols* (JOY) is thrilled and grateful to be making her FST debut! Theater credits include Noises Off at Bucks County Playhouse, Let There Be Love at Penguin Rep, Three Sisters at The Sheen Center, Shakespeare’s R+J at The Hangar Theater, and The Last Night of Ballyhoo at Bay Street Theater. Film/TV includes Kaleidoscope on Netflix, New Amsterdam and Law & Order:OC on NBC, and The Sinner on USA.
James Evans* (RON) Previous theater credits include: A Night in November (Florida Studio Theatre); The Rat Trap (New York City Center); The Woman in Black (The McKittrick Hotel and American Conservatory Theater); The Importance of Being Earnest, The Rewards of Being Frank (Cincinnati Shakespeare Company); Pride and Prejudice (Tantrum Theater); The 39 Steps (Colonial Theatre). TV credits include: “The Food That Built America,” “Empires of Excess,” “The Mega-Brands That Built America." MA from the University of Cambridge and AA from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. jamesevansactor.com
Patrick Noonan* (GARY) is excited to be back at FST where he performed in a couple of his favorite productions including SPAMALOT (King Arthur) and IRMA VEP. A proud veteran of the longest running non-musical in America, he has starred in over 4,000 performances of SHEAR MADNESS in several cities across the country including Washington DC's Kennedy Center and the entirety of the OFF-Broadway run. TV credits include: SUCCESSION, FBI, BULL, BLUE BLOODS, THE LAST O.G., RAISING KANAN, AKWAFINA IS NORA FROM QUEENS, THE GOOD FIGHT, THE BLACKLIST several LAW AND ORDERs, THE SINNER, MINDHUNTER, FRIENDS FROM COLLEGE. Films include: WEST SIDE STORY (2021), THE POST, THE PRINCESS DIARIES, EILEEN, and JULES.
Director - Nancy Rominger
Scenic Design - Casey Seiler
Costume Design - Rossitza Lovetcheva
Lighting Design - Kate Landry
Sound Design - Naomi Marin
AEA SM - Charlotte Perez*
Stage Management Intern - Amoreena Tillman
* Denotes member Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
The Cancellation of Lauren Fein (January 22-March 9, 2025)
The Cancellation of Lauren Fein Press Releases
The Cancellation of Lauren Fein Photos
Cast Bios
Rachel Moulton* (Lauren Fein) | Since 2012, 16 productions (including 5 world premieres) at FST. Rachel is in her 6th Season as an Associate Artist and also serves as FST’s Director of Education. NOTABLY AT FST: Ugly Lies the Bone, Grounded, Maytag Virgin, Paralyzed, Heisenberg, Honor Killing, Alabama Story, and Curious Incident of the Dog…. SELECT REGIONAL: Pioneer Theatre Company, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Virginia Stage, and Florida Rep. OFF-BROADWAY: The Mint, Theatre 777, and Zelda Fitzgerald in the world premiere of This Side of Paradise (Theatre at St. Clement’s). TRAINING: Syracuse University, B.F.A., Graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy, Shakespeare & Company (trained under Dennis Krausnick and Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer). Proud union member of AEA (19 yrs). RachelMoulton.com
Ana Miramontes (Paola Moreno) | FST Debut! Regional credits include Adele in Jane Eyre (Alley Theatre), G in Sanctuary City, Lucha in American Mariachi, Eva in At the Wedding, and Miss you Like Hell (TheatreSquared); Titus Andronicus (The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey); Slow Jam (KCACTF); Symphonie Fantastique (UARK/The Arkansas Philharmonic); Your House Is On Fire (ArkansasStaged); and For Carmen in San Sebastian (The REV Theatre). Ana is based in NYC and holds an MFA in Acting from the University of Arkansas. www.anamiramontes.com
Luke Brodersen (Dylan Fein-Moreno) | FST Debut! TV: "Only Murderers In the Building" (Hulu) International: Tina Das Musical Other Theatre: The Wild Party (Mr. Black), Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 (Balaga), Pride and Prejudice (Geroge Wickham), 42nd Street (Andy Lee) Luke is incredibly excited and grateful to be here at FST doing The Cancelation of Lauren Fein! Love You All!! @Luke.Kwasi.Brodersen
Freddie Lee Bennett* (Chikezie “Chi” Nweze) is excited to make their return to Florida Studio Theatre for their 4th production. Regional credits include: A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Tempest; Shakespeare Theatre Company, City of Conversation; Arena Stage, The 39 Steps; RhinoLeap Theatre, Twelfth Night; Pioneer Theatre Company FST; Ruined, Shotgun, The Play that Goes Wrong. TV; Harlem- Prime, Inventing Anna, The Watcher- Netflix, Law & Order- NBC/Peacock. Freddie is a graduate of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Instagram @freddieleebennett
Tatiana Williams* (Dean Marilyn Whitney) was most recently seen in FST's summer production of "The Outsider." Recent credits include: OFF Broadway: "The Democracy Project." Regional: "Confederates" St Louis Rep, "The Legend of Georgia McBride" at Florida Studio Theater, "White Noise" at Studio Theater, "BLKS” at Woolly Mammoth directed by Nataki Garrett, "Smart People" at Denver Center, “The Royal Family” at The Guthrie directed by Rachel Chavkin, and Katori Hall’s world premiere “Pussy Valley” at Mixed Blood. Commercials; Hilton, Bank of America, Ring Video doorbell, Orgain, and Broadway's Moulin Rouge!
Amy Bodnar* (Melanie Jones) is thrilled to return to Florida Studio Theatre, where she was last seen as Heidi in "What the Constitution Means to Me." Other recent credits include supporting roles in the soon to be released films "On the End" starring Tim Blake Nelson and "The Gospel of Marc" starring Jeremy Sisto. Other film and TV credits include "Harlem" (Amazon), "Twisted Marriage Therapist"(Tubi), "Great Kills" (Tubi). She has starred on Broadway, in national tours and regional theaters in plays and musicals around the country.
Kevin Loreque* (Evan Reynolds) just filmed a role in a Timothée Chalamet film and was recently seen on TV in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.” He’s a lead in the Feature Film, SMALL TIME, on Amazon Prime. Other Television: “Daredevil”, “Pose”, “Elementary”, among others. THEATRE: Broadway tours of Cats (Rum Tum Tugger) and How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Papa Who), O-Broadway’s War Words, I Am My Own Wife international tour (Africa, UK, USA). Kevin has been in over 120 stage productions and is thrilled to be back at FST for his 3rd time!
Charles Stransky* (Buddy McGovern) is very pleased and excited to be making his FST debut in THE CANCELLATION OF LAUREN FEIN. A veteran actor of stage, television, and film, he attended Brandeis University (MFA, Acting). He then worked in Chicago at the beginning of its burgeoning theatre movement before being called to Broadway. On Broadway, he played Lingk in the original production of GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, and in the Goodman Theatre’s original production and the National Tour. In New York City, he worked on Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway. Mr. Stransky has worked in many regional theatres throughout the United States. Watch for him later on this season on the crossover special of CHICAGO MED and CHICAGO PD.
Simone Stadler (Zoe) is delighted to return to FST after debuting in their 2023 production of Network. Favorite theatre credits include playing both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth (Adirondack Shakespeare Company), Elizabeth Cratchit in A Christmas Carol (Wolfbane), Myra in Hay Fever (Bagaduce Theater) and Mercutio in 3 separate productions of Romeo and Juliet. TV: CBS’s FBI: Most Wanted. Simone is also an indie film director/producer, polyglot, and mother to a mischievous lionhead rabbit. www.simonestadler.com.
* Denotes member Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
Aesop's Fables (Jan 4-Feb 2, 2025
Aesop's Fables Press Releases
The Heart Sellers (December 11, 2024 - February 16, 2025)
The Heart Sellers Photos
The Heart Sellers Cast Bios
Michelle Heera Kim (Jane) is delighted to be joining Florida Studio Theatre for their 2024-2025 Season. This NYC-based Los Angeles native is thrilled to bask under the Sarasota sun this Winter. Off-Broadway: Somebody’s Daughter (Second Stage Theater). TV/FILM: “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock), “Awkwafina is Nora from Queens” (Comedy Central). @michelleheerakim
Rona Figueroa (Luna) FST debut! Broadway: Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Nine (Revival), Lennon. Off-Broadway: Plays for the Plague Year, Dogeaters, Caucasian Chalk Circle. Regional: Rhinoceros (A.C.T.), The King and I (Chicago Lyric), We Will Rock You (Vegas), Wild Goose Dreams (La Jolla), Jacques Brel is...(Two River Theater). TV: "Madam Secretary," "Elementary," "The Mysteries of Laura," "Gossip Girl." Audio Books: Toxicology and Dream Jungle by Jessica Hagedorn. Original rock albums: Quasilulu, Quasilulu2. Figueroa has an MFA in writing. RonaFigueroa.com
59th Street Bridge (Nov 20, 2024-Mar 30, 2025)
59th Street Cast Bios
Joe Casey | FST: Take It To The Limit, Blue Suede Shoes, American Pie, Million Dollar Quartet (Johnny Cash). Regional: The Crucible (John Proctor), The Bridges Of Madison County (Robert Kincaid), Betrayal (Jerry), 9 to 5 (Franklin Hart), Honeymoon In Vegas (Tommy Korman). NYC: Allen Wilder 2.0 (Michael), The Great American Backstage Musical (Johnny Brash). TV: The Knick, American Dynasty, A Crime To Remember. FILM: Self Help, The UTI Fairy, There For All The Moments
Michael Jayne Walker is an actor, singer, and rock musician based out of Brooklyn. They’ve been seen around the country and around the world in shows like Rent (Roger), Hair (Claude), and Godspell (Jesus), as well as in The Surfer Boys at FST. They also play guitar for glam punk band The Manimals. You can follow Michael’s adventures on Insta @mjwesq!
Brian Ott | FST debut! Selected theatre: Phantom Folktales (Virgin Voyages/PigPen Theatre Co), Twelfth Night (Saratoga Shakespeare Company), Two Gentlemen of Verona (Franklin Stage Company), Anna Karenina (HB Studio/Notch Theatre Company), A New Brain (Iron Crow Theatre), Much Ado About Nothing (Alabama Shakespeare Festival). Film: IF. Tours nationally with A Band Called Honalee. BA: College of the Holy Cross. @brianfrancisott/brianott.com.
Cali McRae | Based in New York City, Calli has originated several roles in New York productions, including the award-winning Off Broadway show Pip’s Island. Some of her other favorites include Peace, Love and Cupcakes; My True Love: A Perfect Musical Fairytale; Chance; and Let There Be Light (Best Actress Nomination, Best Musical/Play Award). Calli has performed in over 70 venues across the country in the National Tour of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood! @callimcrae
59th Street Bridge Photos
59th Street Press Releases
Off The Charts (Oct. 2, 2024 - Feb. 9, 2025)
Off The Charts Cast Bios
Carson Collins is thrilled to be spending his winter in Sarasota with the cast of Off the Charts! Selected credits: Jersey Boys (Las Vegas Residency), The Bridges of Madison County (Signature Theatre), Spring Awakening (Round House Theatre), The Secret Garden (ACT of Connecticut), Jersey Boys (Norwegian Cruise Line), Little Shop of Horrors (Constellation Theatre Company), The Bridges of Madison County (The Keegan Theatre), and Jersey Boys (Mill Mountain Theatre Company). Education: BM from The Catholic University of America. Instagram: @carsoncarson23
Jarius Miquel Cliett is a multi-hyphenate artist from Atlanta, based in New York. He is honored to be making his Florida Studio Theatre debut in Off the Charts. He was recently seen touring as Middala as part of the Golden Plates national tour of The Book of Mormon. Jarius co-hosts the podcast Black Table Read and is the CEO & Executive Producer of JC3 Productions.For more on J.M.C., visit his website at www.thejmc.art @ohitsjmc
Joyce Paulino is thrilled to make her FST debut! Credits include: AIDA (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina), Angelina Ballerina (Int. Tour & Off Broadway), Plátanos and Collard Greens (Off Broadway), Halfway There (Nat. Tour), Grease Forever (New Film Prod.) Voice over/Dubbing credits: Six Is Not A Crowd (HBO), Earth To Luna (YouTube), Mangos Trop. Cafe (Commercial), Reis (Brazilian TV). Joyce is grateful and manifesting many more memories on the FST stages! @Joyce.Music
Katelyn Bowman is happy to be returning to FST; she was previously seen in Little Shop of Horrors. Regional: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, The Color Purple (Denver Center for the Performing Arts), All Shook Up, Grease, Ain’t Misbehavin’. Tours: Legally Blonde. IG: katelyncatalina