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	Amy Albert: Amy has performed across the US in touring and regional theater productions. Regional theater appearances include I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change at the Virginia Musical Theater, Grace Farrell in Annie at the Children's Theater in California, Nicky in Tony 'n' Tina's Wedding and Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors. She has also been an Improviser/Original cast member at the National Comedy Theater in New York.
	Ryan Andes: Ryan Andes earned his Bachelor of Music as a classical bass and a minor in Theatre from San Francisco State University in 2004. Immediately after graduation he was cast as Sarastro in Operafestival di Roma's DIE ZAUBERFLOTE. After performing and living in Rome for almost a year, he moved to New York City to further pursue his acting and musical endeavors. New York credits include: THE RED BOX (Martin), TROUBLE IN SHAMELAND (Blink Barker), FREEDOM TRAIN (Overseer), BREAKROOM (Brad), INTERNING (Ron Olden). TV: ONE LIFE TO LIVE.
	Andrew Arrow: Andrew has appeared all over the world as both a classical and musical theater performer. In the United States, Andrew has portrayed Che in Evita, Pirellis in Sweeney Todd, Ravenal in Showboat, John Jasper in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Archie in The Secret Garden, and Tony in West Side Story among many others. Venues he has worked at include the Westchester Broadway Theater, the Geva Theater Center in Rochester, NY and Atlantic City's Broadway on the Boardwalk series. Abroad, he appeared in the European Tour of The Best of Andrew Lloyd-Webber as both Che and Judas. He also toured with the Stanford Chamber Chorale, where he was a soloist at the Bethlehem Christmas Choral Festival, and appeared with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. Andrew has been associated with Stage Stars since its inception. He is married to actress Sarah Farnam.
	Christina Bianco: Christina has performed professionally since the age of eight, beginning with a concert at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre, starring children’s singer Raffi. Since then, she has moved on to back up the likes of Deborah Cox and sing with gospel star Donnie McClurkin, performing on The Today Show, The Jerry Lewis Telethon and star studded red carpet events at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. After graduating from NYU’s Tisch School of The Arts, she originated the role of Dora in Nick Jr’s DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE touring nationally for two years with the production, including a record-breaking sold-out run at Radio City Music Hall. Christina is a proud member of The Actors Equity Association. Professional/NY credits include, CANDIDE (Cunegonde), CHILDREN OF EDEN (Yonah), JOSEPH...(Narrator), Lippa’s THE WILD PARTY (Kate), PIRATES OF PENZANCE (Mabel), EVITA (Westchester Broadway Theatre), A NEW BRAIN (Nancy D/Waitress) FINDING NEMO (Nemo-NYC workshop), TONY AND TINA’S WEDDING (Tina), BEEHIVE (Riverside Theatre), INTO THE WOODS (Little Red/Cinderella), JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Helen Hayes PAC, starring Billy Porter). A Stage Stars Records veteran, she has sung the roles of Eponine (LES MIS), Cinderella (INTO THE WOODS), Sarah/April (COMPANY), Mayzie (SEUSSICAL), Ariel (THE LITTLE MERMAID). Christina currently performs to sell-out crowds with the ‘New Orleans funk’ style band, Brother Joscephus and is also a lead female vocalist for the band “Celebration” with Jason-Craig Entertainment. Christina is finishing an album of her original country music that can be heard at myspace.com/christinacarlyle. She is always working on her ongoing cabaret Five Feet Under and will be debuting her new cabaret Small Wonders, May 2008 at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. For event and performance information, go to www.christinabianco.com or www.myspace.com/christinambianco. .
	Amanda Bilger: Amanda is just delighted to be making her Stage Stars debut! She was most recently seen as Nina in Charles Strauss and Lee Adams’ AN AMERICAN TRAGEDY at the York Theatre. Amanda has performed various roles as a part of the Downtown Cabaret’s Professional Children’s Theatre and was last seen as the understudy for Dorothy in THE WIZARD OF OZ there. Other favorite roles include Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and Sandy in GREASE.
	Amy Bils (see bio for Amy Mahoney).
	Eszter Biro: Eszter started her professional career in Hungary at the age of 16 by playing the role of Kim in Cameron MacKintosh's, Miss Saigon. Her regional credits include, Jesus Christ Superstar (Mary under-study), Sleeping Beauty (Queen Charlotte), West Side Story (Maria), Aspects of Love (Jenny), A Little Night Music (Anne Egerman) and The Jew of Malta (Bellamira). She is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy.
	Amanda J. Brizzi: Amanda is a 2002 graduate of Wagner College's theatre program. She has been living and working in the Philadelphia and NYC area for the past few years. Favorite roles include Jennyanydots (Cats), Marian (The Music Man), Rizzo (Grease) and Reno (Anything Goes). Regional credits: The Who's Tommy, Camelot, Seussical, Aspects of Love, La Vie en Bleu and A Christmas Carol. Many thanks to Stage Stars for this opportunity.
	Rebecca Brooks: Rebecca appeared in Rockwell's production of Naughty Marietta as Mere Marie, including a CD cast recording. Som of her favorite credits include: Rose Marie (Wanda), Nunsense (Robert Anne), Once on this Island (Ezulie), The Wizard of Oz Dorothy), and Jesus Christ Superstar (Tormentor). Rebecca is a graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy.
	Letecia Bryan: (see bio for Letecia Moore).
	Jonathan Castillo: Jonathan is a 2006 graduate of Wagner College's Theatre & Speech program. New York credits: Into The Woods (Rapunzel's Prince/Wolf), Chess, Bye Bye Birdie, The Pirates of Penzance and Swing! (Vocalist), for which he earned an Irene Ryan Nomination. Stock: Fiddler on the Roof (Avram/Bottle Dancer), Albany's Park Playhouse, Cole!, Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Phoenix Festival Theatre. Film: "School of Rock", "My Father's House." He is also a dedicated musician; serving as pianist/musical director/vocal coach for numerous productions, including Schoolhouse Rock!, Blood Brothers and Jesus Christ Superstar at Snug Harbor Cultural Center in NYC. He is currently attending New York University to pursue a M.A. degree in Vocal Performance/Music Theatre with an expected graduation in 2008.
	Erin Cherry: Erin hails from UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada where she received her B.F.A. in Theatre before heading to the east coast to get her M.F.A. at Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts. Credits include: The Blacks: A Clown Show (Classical Theatre of Harlem), Exposed (New York Stage and Film), McReele (Wellfleet Theatre), Crowns (St. Louis Rep/Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park), Macbeth (Classical Theatre of Harlem/Germany), Crumbs from the Table of Joy (Capitol Rep.), Lady in the Dark (Prince Music Theatre), New Doors (Guthrie Lab). TV: Law and Order; All My Children.
	Brian D'Addario: Brian is currently appearing as Gavroche in the Broadway production of Les Miserables (dir: John Caird). Other professional theatre: Chip in Beauty and the Beast (Las Vegas, Baltimore; dir: Sam Scalamoni), Peter in Orphan Train (NYMF; dir: Patricia Birch), Sam in Green Eggs and Hamadeus (Vancouver, Boston), Workhouse Boy in Oliver! (Gateway Playhouse). Other theatre: JoJo (Seussical), Little Jake (Annie Get Your Gun), Billy (Assassins). Film/TV: Freddy in One Day for Barry, The View (with cast of Les Mis), Altar Boy in CSI:NY "Cold Reveal." Brian is an avid guitarist and Beatle fan.
	Michael D'Addario: Michael recently appeared in the Broadway production of The Coast of Utopia at Lincoln Center (dir., Jack O'Brien). Other professional theatre: Workhouse Boy in Oliver! (Gateway Playhouse). Other theatre: Max the Dog in Seussical, Chubby Checker in Schoolhouse Rock, Jr. Film/TV: Charles Adams in John Adams, an HBO miniseries (in production, dir., Tom Hooper); Anthony in An Innocent Lesson; Barry in One Day for Barry. Michael is a drummer and classic rock fan.
	Booth Daniels: New York: THE MAIL ORDER BRIDE (World Premiere by Charles Mee), ARE WE THERE YET? (NYC Premiere), ORPHAN TRAIN (2005 NYMF directed by Patricia Birch). National Tour: Mr. Mayor in SEUSSICAL, THE MUSICAL (directed by Stafford Arima). Regional and stock: Milo Tindle in SLEUTH, Rick Steadman in THE NERD, Pirelli in SWEENEY TODD, Vernon Gersh in THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, Moonface Martin in ANYTHING GOES, Milo in SLEUTH, Bernard in DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER, Sitting Bull in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, Barnaby in HELLO DOLLY!, Bellhop in LEND ME A TENOR. Booth has also performed in his critically acclaimed one-man cabaret, UNCONVENTIONAL in NYC. Graduate of Brandeis University and the masters program at Boston Conservatory. www.boothdaniels.com.
	Denise Devlin: Denise Devlin is a graduate of Northern Kentucky University with a BFA in Acting and Directing. Her favorite roles include Susie in the premiere of the Stephen Schwartz compendium SNAPSHOTS at the Human Race Theatre, Aldonza in MAN OF LA MANCHA which toured to the Sibiu International Theatre Festival in Romania, Maria in WEST SIDE STORY with the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, Diana Morales in A CHORUS LINE, Mrs. Kendal in THE ELEPHANT MAN, Jean Brodie in THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE, and Princess Leonide in TRIUMPH OF LOVE. She is a recent transplant to New York, and will be embarking on the national tour of SEUSSICAL as Gertrude with Theatreworks USA.
	Liz Donathan: Off-Off Broadway credits: Far from the Madding Crowd (Mrs. Coggan), The Embracers (Mrs. Bundlebee), Words Words Words & Music (Helena/Guildenstern), Company (Joanne), Dover Won't Get Out (Ms. Welt), Legal Tender (Cappy). Recent regional credits: Sound of Music (Sister Margaretta), Evita (Aristocrat+), Damn Yankees (Sister), The Who's Tommy (Mrs. Minister) and Snow White (the Queen). Other regional credits include Christmas Carol, Love Comics, Son of Fire, Olympus on My Mind, Sweeny Todd, Annie, Personals, Mystery of Edwin Drood, and Chicago. Television: Law and Order (Sharon Capp), Sex and the City. Recordings: Sound of Music (Elsa/Sister Margaretta), Company (Marta), Cats (Grizabella), Chicago (Mama Morton), Bye Bye Birdie (Rose), Fiddler on the Roof (Fruma Sarah), and Words Words Words & Music (Helena/Guildenstern). Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA) and Screen Actors Guild (SAG).www.lizdonathan.com.
	Sarah Downs: Soprano Sarah Downs has sung on several Stage Stars recordings, including COMPANY, BEAUTY & THE BEAST, and HAIRSPRAY. She earned praise for her work as Marie Osmond=s understudy in THE SOUND OF MUSIC national tour (>93->95), performing the leading role of Maria on many of the U.S. and Canada=s most beautiful stages. She also toured the U.S. as Marian in THE MUSIC MAN, and Glinda in THE WIZARD OF OZ. She has sung leading roles in operettas, and concertized operatic repertoire in New York, Italy and France. Sarah has also appeared on regional stages, including the Paper Mill Playhouse (as a “Mincing Miss” in Showboat, starring Eddie Bracken), Theatre By the Sea, the Merry-go-Round Playhouse and the Oldcastle Theatre. She enjoyed MY FAIR LADY so much, she played the role of Eliza twice. Other favorites include Maria (WEST SIDE STORY), Pam (BABY), Lili (CARNIVAL), and Ruby (DAMES AT SEA). Sarah has also originated leading roles in regional and off-off Broadway pieces, including Queen Isabella in MARRANO (Mass Rep.), Carrie in SISTER CARRIE, (NYC workshop) and Virginia Clemm Poe in POE (NYC staged reading). Her cabaret work includes "Bing Cherries", a 3-person homage to the musical stylings of the Bing, in which she personified several of Bing Crosby’s leading ladies. Sarah holds a B.A. in Art History from Harvard College, and studies voice with Susan Ormont. She is a proud member of Actor=s Equity Association.
	Billy Ernst: From Cincinnati, Ohio, Billy has performed regionally in A Christmas Carol at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour), Into the Woods (Prince), HMS Pinafore (Deadeye), Pirates of Penzance (Seargent), Much Ado About Nothing (Benedick), and the Riverside Theatre's Knight Life. He has recorded albums for Stage-Star Records including Company (Paul) and Beauty & the Beast (Beast), and he has toured with Lyle, Lyle Crocodile, and Dora the Explorer. BFA from Miami University. More at www.billyernst.com.
	Debra Thais Evans: Debra is a versatile performer who has been in numerous opera and musical theater productions throughout Europe and the United States. Favorite credits include Porgy and Bess (Strawberry woman), Ragtime (Sarah's friend), The Rake's Progress (Anne Trulove) and Don Giovanni (Donna Anna, Donna Elvira). Debra was most recently seen as Mama Euralie in The Gallery Players' production of Once on This Island.
	Sarah Farnam: NYC credits include: The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Rosa Bud) -Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Carnival (Lili) -St. Bart's Playhouse, To Whom It May Concern (Frederika) -St. John's in the Village, The Girl Friend (Ann) -Musicals Tonight. Sarah's regional credits include The Secret Garden (Lily), A Tale of Cinderella -NYS Tour (Floria), The Wizard of Oz (Dorothy), The Cat, the Sun, and the Mirror (The Sun) and Yours, Anne (Anne), all with the NYS Theatre Institute. Sarah performed for thousands of school children across the U.S. with ArtsPower National Tours, in their productions of A Little Princess (Sara Crewe), Salem Justice (Elizabeth) and Are You My Mother? (Cat). Other regional theatres she has appeared with are Westchester Broadway Dinner Theatre, Park Playhouse, The Theatre Barn, Mac-Haydn Theatre and Shawnee Playhouse. Stage Stars recordings include Wicked (Glinda), Les Misérables (Cosette), Fiddler on the Roof (Hodel), Man of La Mancha (Antonia) and Gypsy (Louise), among others.www.sarahfarnam.com
	Ann-Marie Ferdenzi: Ann-Marie is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. She was most recently seen on stage as a soul sister in Jesus Christ Superstar. Before that, she played Rizzo in Grease and Sheila in A Chorus Line . She appeared in the national tour and Off-Broadway production of Tony n' Tina's Wedding. Other musicals she has performed in include Pippin, Smiile, Nunsense II, Meteor Girl and on HBO's The Sopranos.
	Paul Fraccalvieri: Paul has appeared throughout the United States and Canada in leading roles in such shows as My Fair Lady, The King and I , Chicago (also with Halan), South Pacific, Forever Plaid, City of Angels, among myriad others. He is a graduate of St. onaventure University where he received a 4-year scholarship for voice. Guys and Dolls holds a special place in his heart as it is the first show of his career.
	Julie Garnyé: A native of the San Francisco Bay Area, Julie most recently appeared in the National Tour of Cats (Jennyanydots, Grizabella) and Bat Boy, The Musical. She has appeared on Broadway in Chess in Concert as well as The Easter Bonnet Competition (a benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS). New York and Regional credits include: National Alliance of Musical Theatre NYC, Bye Bye Birdie (Rosie), FAB! The 60's Musical (Sharon), West Side Story (Rosalia), Fiddler on the Roof (Chava), George M! (Ethyl), and the New York premiere of Children of Eden in Concert. Julie is a graduate of the Theatre & Dance program at Santa Clara University. For more information, visit www.juliegarnye.com.
	Alan Gillespie: Alan has completed over four albums with Stage Stars: as "Snoopy" in CHARLIE BROWN, "Harry" in COMPANY, Wickersham #1 in SEUSSICAL, HAIRSPRAY and recently "Lt. Cable" in SOUTH PACIFIC. Credits include, "Chris" in MISS SAIGON (national tour) "Steve Baker" in SHOWBOAT (national tour) "The Specialist " in THE WHO'S TOMMY (Tokyo, Japan) "Frankie" in FOREVER PLAID (Casino Niagara) (New Provincetown Players). He has performed at the Florida Studio Theatre, WBT, DCT, York Theatre, American Place Theatre, Lambs Theatre, Musicals Tonight, Carousel Dinner Theatre and is a guest artist at Carnegie Hall.
	Amanda Goldstein: : Although Amanda is only a 4th grader, she is no stranger to the stage. Her most recent role was Marta Von Trapp in the SOUND OF MUSIC at the Cultural Arts Playhouse. Her most exciting role was playing the lead role of Cinderella in USDAN's version of CINDERELLA. Amanda is also a finalist in LIPA's ENERGY STAR CONTEST. Over 600 children auditioned for LIPA's contest, Amanda made it into one of the nine spots. She is also involved with several school activities. She is in Project Challenge at Parkway and singing at Level 4 for the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA). She is enrolled in the gifted program at C.W. Post.
	Jared Goldstein: Jared is an honor 9th grade student at Hewlett High School. His credits include-- B'way: Christmas Carol '02 (Scrooge@12) ; Off-off B'way: A Scarlet Letter (ensemble); Natl.Tour: The Adventures of Zak (Willie), Kids for Kids Project (cast member); Regional: Rags (David); Staged Readings: Children's Letters to God (Brett), The Legend of Wuthering Heights (Young Heathcliff), King of Bombay (lead-Krishna).Feature film: Manhattan Midnight (Danny). Television: Saturday Night Live (NBC), Late Night with Conan O'Brien (NBC), Gagsters (Tech).
	Carol Griffin: Carol is presently 11 years old and attends the Albert Leonard Middle School in New Rochelle NY. Singing for friends and family since the age of 4, she is currently studying voice and plays clarinet at the Music Conservatory of Westchester. She recently played the role of the Gumbie Cat Jennyanydot for her Middle school production of CATS. Other recent roles include Duffy the orphan in the Bendeim Junior Performance production of ANNIE, and a role in ALADDIN. She has performed the leading role as Annie for Central Park Dance of Scarsdale. Carol has been cast in the original children's opera BLACKOUT at the Tarrytown Music Hall with Friends of the Mozartina. She has participated in performances with TADA theatre group in NYC and in the NY Theatre Ballet. Carol studies fine art and dance at the JCC Midwestchester and is on the competitive gymnastics team at the YWCA in White Plains. Carol will attend New York State School Music Association Evaluation (NYSSMA) festival in 2007 for voice and clarinet. She can be seen performing live this summer with the NYC cast of American Girl in CIRCLE OF FRIENDS (Roles: Keisha/Addy).
	Emily Grundstad: Emily, soprano, of Boone, Iowa, is a graduate of Simpson College (BM) and is a candidate for the Doctorate of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance at Louisiana State University (LSU). She has recorded THE SOUND OF MUSIC, SWEENEY TODD (Johanna), and WEST SIDE STORY (Maria) with Stage Stars. Recently, Emily performed the roles of Peaches/Baby Jane in JERRY SPRINGER THE OPERA with StageWest Theater in Des Moines, Iowa. She has also performed with Theater Ten Ten (NY, NY) LSU Opera (Baton Rouge, LA), Simpson College and Des Moines Metro Opera, and has sung roles such as Amy in Mark Adamo’s LITTLE WOMEN, Lisette in LA RONDINE, Susanna in LE NOZZE DI FIGARO, Rosina in IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA, Pamina in DIE ZAUBERFLOTE. Yum-Yum in The ‘SINGAPORE’ MIKADO, which was nominated for “Best Ensemble” by Innovative Theater Awards, and was a regional finalist in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. Emily resides and teaches voice in Des Moines, Iowa.
	Tauren Hagans: Tauren's Off-Off Broadway credits include Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY (Madeline True), URINETOWN (Soupy Sue), SIDE SHOW (Bearded Lady), PIRATES OF PENZANCE (The Pirate King) and EMMA AND COMPANY (Miss Kelly). She also portrayed Dolly the Cloned Sheep in Raw Impressions' RIMT #12 performed at La MaMa E.T.C. Favorite regional credits include ANNIE (Miss Hannigan), TITANIC (Alice Beane), SOUTH PACIFIC (Bloody Mary), STARMITES (Balbraka) and GODSPELL (Turn Back, O Man). www.taurenhagans.com.
	Abeku Bomani Hayes: Abeku is pleased to be makinghis Stage Stars debut on this album of Seussical. He has performed both nationally and internationally and is happy to find himself back home in NYC.
	Mara Jill Herman: Mara holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of the Arts, '07. She is a native New Yorker and appeared in the readings/workshop of TESS, DOLLFACE, BRUNCH, THE $TRIP & THE FOUR. Regional highlights include Lizzie in BABY (Stage Door Theatre), Lisa in DEBBIE DOES DALLAS (Philly Fringe), Liesel in THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Forestburgh Playhouse), and Maria in LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST (Utah Shakespearean Festival). Understudy credits include SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at the Walnut Street Theatre and NERDS:// A MUSICAL SOFTWARE SATIRE (Sally u/s-perf) for Philadelphia Theatre Company. Mara was a soloist on recordings for Paul Zim Productions, Mondo Publishing and can be heard on Stage Stars West Side Story ("Somewhere") and Mamma Mia (Ali). She is an Equity Membership Candidate and looks forward to joining AEA!
	Tim Herman: Tim is a resident of NYC where he has been an actor, director, and voice coach. He has taught Acting and Musical Theater Performance Technique at Florida State U., California State U., Montclair State U. (in N.J.) and in London and Shanghai, China. Previous acting credits include Malvolio in TWELFTH NIGHT, Old Soldier in PARADE, Fred/Petruchio in KISS ME, KATE, and six Summers with THE LOST COLONY in Manteo, NC (where he played four different Principal characters). Some favorite directing credits include THE CIDER HOUSE RULE: PART 1, GREASE, BAT BOY, THE MUSICAL, HOW TO SUCCEED…, and THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM. He is also a director/musical Director/performer for many cabaret acts in NYC. He has appeared at Don't Tell Mama, The Duplex, Danny's, and Helen's. He has coached many singers and actors in NYC who have appeared in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, MOVIN OUT, and many, many others. Tim holds a B.A. in Theatre and an M.A. in Theatre from Montclair State U. and an M.F.A. in Directing from Florida State University.
	Christine Hope: Christine will be spending the summer of 2008 portraying Michelle Phillips in DREAM A LITTLE DREAM: The Nearly True Story of the Mamas and the Papas at Florida Stage! She originally hails from the booming metropolis of Mechanicstown, Ohio, but is now based in New York City. She has been performing in the city and regionally for several years, and is extremely grateful for every opportunity she gets to work! Previous Stage-Stars recordings include KISS ME KATE (Bianca/Lois Lane) and SWEENEY TODD. Christine earned a BFA in Musical Theatre from Otterbein College and is a proud member of the Actor's Equity Association. For upcoming news, please visit www.myspace.com/christinehopemusic
	Michael Hopewell: Michael is absolutely thrilled to be on another album with Stage Stars! Previous albums include SEUSSICAL (Mr. Mayor), THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Rolf), KISS ME KATE (Hortensio), YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN (Schroeder), SWEENEY TODD (Tobias), and GODSPELL (Jeffrey). International tours: GREASE (Korea/Malaysia/Singapore/China). Regional theatre: FOREVER PLAID, URINETOWN (Gateway Playhouse), THE FAIR-HAIRED BOY (Playwrights Theatre), BABES IN TOYLAND, SING A MERRY MADRIGAL, GREASE, GYPSY. Demo recordings: ONCE UPON A TIME IN NARCISSIA, THE YELLOW WOOD (Richard Rodgers Award winner), BROADCAST (Richard Rodgers Award/ Jonathan Larson Foundation winner). www.michaelhopewell.com.
	Collin Howard: Collin is a recent graduate of the Hartt School with a BFA in Musical Theatre. Favorite roles: Hud (Hair), Richard (A New Brain), Black (The Wild Party), Booker T. Washington (Ragtime). NYC: “Hell's Kitchen” (workshop) and “The Derailment of Penny Flyer”, an original work produced at the Duplex Cabaret Theatre. Collin can also be seen in the upcoming independent feature film, “Farmgirl in New York” directed by J. Robert Spencer of Broadway's “Jersey Boys”.
	Shuwen Hsieh: Shuwen is thrilled to join this cast. Recently she has worked with Downtown Cabaret Theater,Gateway Playhouse, Raw Impressions Music Theater, Manhattan Theater Source, and Rome Opera Festival (Italy). Favorite credits: Yum-Yum (The Mikado); Tuptim (The King and I); Shizuko (Kokoro);The Queen of Night (The Magic Flute);Television: Law and Order S.V.U. 2004 fall season. She is a member of SAG and AFTRA. Currently, Shuwen is teaching musical theater acting at the National Taiwan University of Art.
	Alissa Hunnicutt: Alissa has been involved in the development of several new musicals in New York City and is currently the resident puppeteer for KidZone TV at Mount Sinai Hospital. Regionally, she has been seen as Milly in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Beauty in Beauty and the Beast, Dorothy in Wizard of Oz and Elmo in a tour of Sesame Street Games. In addition to her musical theater and opera credits, she is also an accomplished voiceover actor performing alongside such notable celebrities as Paul Giamatti, Joe Morton, John Ritter, Lili Taylor and Chip Zien. Alissa is originally from Iowa and is a graduate of Manhattan School of Music. For more info, see www.alissahunnicutt.com.
	Nadiene Jacques: Nadiene is a recent Wagner College graduate with a degree in Theatre Performance. Her credits at Wagner include: Into the Woods (The Baker's Wife), You Can't Take It With You (Alice), Chess (Reporter/Ensemble), and the original production of Some of My Best Friends... (Featured soloist). Other favorite roles in theatre include Fiddler on the Roof (Chava), Joseph... (Mrs. Potiphar), and Little Shop of Horrors (Mr. Mushnik). She has also performed at several workshops, working with professionals such as Marni Nixon, as well as several local charity events and competitions.
	Jill Johnson: Jill is an actor and singer in New York City. Originally from Chico, California, she has most recently been seen as Mrs. Primm in the TheatreWorks USA tour of Lyle, Lyle Crocodile. Her favorite roles include Raleigh in the New York opening of TORN and Belle in A Christmas Carol at The Sacramento Theatre Company. Jill also has a Cabaret show with her singing partner Jason Wynn called Use What You Got! She received her MFA in Acting from The University of California, Davis, and her Bachelor's from California State University Chico. She has also done work on the daytime drama The Guiding Light.
	Kanova Johnson: Kanova has performed all over the United States in regional theater productions and in several readings of new works in New York City. Most recently MADAM a new musical about the Life of Madam CJ Walker directed by Broadway veteran Joey McKneely. Favorite Credits Include: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND (Ti-Moune), DREAMGIRLS (Deena Jones), BARNUM (Joyce Heth), BYE BYE BIRDIE (Rosie), and THE WIZ (Glinda).
	Juson: Juson is a graduate of the Boston Conservatory and is a veteran of Broadway, Off-Broadway and the Regional Theatre world. He has performed in shows such as: "Smokey Joe's Cafe", “The Civil War", "Saturday Night Fever", "Raisin", "Bring Back Birdie", "Stormy Weather", "Café a Go Go", and "Five Guys Named Moe". He has recorded the Off-Broadway soundtracks of "Another Life", "On the Streets Where You Live" and the upcoming movie soundtrack of "American Dreams". Juson has worked with artist such as: Gladys Knight, Anastacia, N'sync, Reuben Studdard, Fantasia, Gloria Estefan, Truth Hurts, Nicole Kidman and many others. He has won the internationally televised singing competition called "Gimme the Mic". Juson's next venture will be a month-long concert tour in Germany. He then will return, to work on his first ever solo concert in New York at the Triad on February 5, 2007. For more information, his web page is: www.myspace.com/jusondivo.
	Kevin Kiniry: Kevin is a current member of the St. Bart's Players and has been seen in their productions of 1776 (John Dickinson) and FOLLIES (Buddy). A native of Pennsylvania, he has also performed at the historic Fulton Opera House and the Ephrata Performing Arts Center. Favorite roles include Molina in KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, Huck in BIG RIVER, Pippin in PIPPIN and Billy in ANYTHING GOES.
	Liliane Klein: Liliane is a graduate of Boston University's School of Theatre Arts with a BFA in Acting. Some of her favorite roles include the Charwoman in the National Tour/Lincoln Center performances of Scrooge, the Musical; Rose O'Sharon Connolly in Do I Hear $5 at St. Clements; Mrs. Peachum in The Three Penny Opera on BU's mainstage; and Celia in As You Like It, also at BU.
	Kevin Knight: Kevin made his Stage Stars debut on the “Dreamgirls” album. He is a graduate of The College of St. Rose with a B.S. in Finance and Banking. A newcomer to the theatrical scene, he has performed in over 30 productions in the New York regional area. Some of his most enjoyable roles have been: Jafar (Aladdin), Ken (Ain't Misbehavin'), James “Thunder” Early (Dreamgirls), No Max (Five Guys Named Moe), Uncle Albert (Mary Poppins) and Hud (Hair).
	Aaron Lee Lambert: Aaron Lee Lambert: Aaron Lee Lambert: Most recently, he appeared in Show Boat (in concert) at Carnegie Hall, directed by Francesca Zambello. He also played Bert in the workshop production of MEET JOHN DOE at Goodspeed's Norma Terris. Aaron has participated in several readings of new musicals, including: MADAM, ...AND WHAT SHE FOUND THERE, THE POPESICAL, THE JERUSALEM SYNDROME, and TWILIGHT IN MANCHEGO. New York: ANGELS (NYMF), BUT THE GIRAFFE/Brundibar (New Victory). Regional: COMEDY ON THE BRIDGE/Brundibar (Yale Rep), CHILDREN OF EDEN (NWNH). Other favorites: John & Jen (John), A NEW BRAIN (Gordon), FORUM (Pseudolus), BAT BOY (Hightower), FLOYD COLLINS (Bishop). Aaron is a 2006 graduate of Yale University and a proud member of AEA.
	Michelle Lane: Broadway: Original Las Vegas company of Avenue Q where she played various roles including Kate Monster/Lucy The Slut and Mrs. Thistletwat/Bad Idea Bear/2nd Hand. Original Opening Cast of Finding Nemo the Musical - Created Dory. West Coast Regional Premieres: Swing!, Ovation Award winner; Ragtime, Patté and Billie Awards winner (Evelyn Nesbit); Suburb (Alison), and Scarlet Pimpernel (Marie). Other Regional credits include: Sidd Workshop Production (Mala), La Gioconda Workshop Production (Isabella), Side Show (Violet), Chess (Florence), Noises Off (Poppy), Cabaret (Frau. Kost), Cloud 9 (Ellen/Mrs. Saunders), Kiss Me Kate (Bianca), 42nd Street (Lorraine) and Measure for Measure (Isabella). TV: The Truth about Jane with Stockard Channing & Ru Paul. B.F.A. University of Arizona. Proud Member of Actors Equity. Website: www.me-onstage.com/People/michelle_lane.htm
	Rob Langeder: Rob was honored with the 2007 MAC Award for his New York cabaret solo debut! His hand-clappin', foot-stompin' celebration of the gospel of The Great White Way - BROADWAY REVIVAL - was among the “Top 12 Cabaret shows of 2006” chosen by TheaterScene.net! Rob has performed all over the country: American Musical Theatre of San Jose in California, The Barn Theatre in Michigan, Ordway Music Theatre in St. Paul, Revolving Shakespeare in New York City and more. He was also a Producer and Director for The Hot Spot Theatre Company in Arkansas. Rob played Ritchie Valens in the National Tour of BUDDY and toured Japan as The Prince in CINDERELLA. More favorites: Carl-Magnus in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, El Gallo in THE FANTASTICKS, Pozzo in WAITING FOR GODOT and Roderigo in OTHELLO. Rob is a studio and original cast recording veteran. Highlights include Sweeney Todd in SWEENEY TODD, Fred/Petruchio in KISS ME, KATE, Edna in HAIRSPRAY, Gaston in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Nicely-Nicely in GUYS AND DOLLS, and Galahad/Lancelot/Not Dead Fred in MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT for Stage Stars Records and the original cast recordings of MONKY BUSINESS II, THE RABBI'S WIFE and WORDS WORDS WORDS & MUSIC. Film credits include PEOPLE I KNOW, LIGHT IT UP and THE WATCHER. Keep on the lookout for performances and CDs of BROADWAY REVIVAL! Please visit www.roblangeder.com.
	Reed T. Latrowski: Reed is a High Honor Roll middle school student who loves to perform. Favorite credits include, national tour of Oliver! (Oliver; Dipper); Peter Pan (Peter); Frog Prince (Frog); and Seussical the Musical (Yertle the Turtle; Wickersham Brother)
	Taylor L. Latrowski: Taylor is a triple threat and a High Honor Roll student. Some of his favorite roles have been in The Nutcracker (Prince); Oliver! (Handwalker); Frog Prince (Prince); Peter Pan (John/Smee) and Seussical the Musical (Grinch; Wickersham Brother).
	Michael Lavine: Michael has conducted the world over, most recently a Comden & Green concert at Lincoln Center starring Rebecca Luker, Stephen Boagardus, and Betty Comden. He conducted Chicago, How to Succeed in Business... and Honk! and co-produced the American premiere recording of Honk!, all at Music Theatre of Wichita. He was musical director for Billion Dollar Baby by Comden & Green, starring Kristin Chenoweth, Marc Kudisch and Debbie Gravitte, and Carmelina at the York Theatre off-Broadway. Michael played piano and sang in This Funny World: The Rogers & Hart Songbook at he the Kennedy Center, toured the UK with Noel Coward's Cavalcade, and was music director of Whoop Dee Doo, Listen to the Wind and Under Their Hats at the King's Head in London. He accompanied Rip Taylor in his one-man show in New York City and played for the Drama Desk Awards for several years. He holds a B.A. from Columbia University.
	Marsha Lawson: Marsha is a professional Musical Theater performer with credits that include GODSPELL (Walnut Street Theater), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (1st National Tour), IF THIS HAT COULD TALK (directed by George Faison) and FAME (Artpark) just to name a few. Miss Lawson has also worked on the Queen Elizabeth II and Disney Magic Cruise Ships as a featured singer. Marsha is a graduate of University of the Arts with B.F.A. in Musical Theater.
	Lorinda Lisitza: Lorinda is from Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan. New York Stage: Hallelujah Lil in HAPPY END, title role in MOTHER COURAGE, Jenny in THE THREEPENNY OPERA and Frosine in THE MISER. THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1968, directed by Brad Oscar at the Town Hall, World Premier Opera CHERI at the Actors Studio and BERLIN TO BROADWAY with Kurt Weill. York Theatre's “Musicals in Mufti” DARLING OF THE DAY, (named in Time Magazine's “Top Ten Shows of 2005”), TAKE ME ALONG and I AND ALBERT. In concert: WALL TO WALL JONI MITCHELL at the Symphony Space, ONCE IN A WEILL and BROADWAY UNPLUGGED at The Town Hall, DIVA'S 2007 (a benefit for the Hudson Stage Co.), and shows at the Neue Galerie and BAMcafe. She's also appeared in TRIUMPHANT BABY! The Songs of Iconis and Maddock at The Metropolitan Room and The York Theatre, THE ICONIS AND MADDOCK VARIETY HOUR & THE JOE ICONIS TRIPLE FEATURE at Ars Nova, and THE PLANT THAT ATE DIRTY SOCKS at the Lucille Lortel. A Nightlife, MAC and Back Stage Bistro Award winner, you can check out her latest videos on Youtube. www.Lorindaonline.com.
	Courtney Love: A native of Charlotte NC, Courtney is a graduate of Shenandoah University, and is pleased to be making his Stage Stars debut as (Sebastian) on the album of THE LITTLE MERMAID. He has performed both nationally and internationally but most recently as Simba in Disneyland Hong Kong. Courtney thanks his Family and Friends for their Love and ongoing Support!
	Alexandria MacMaster: Alex is thrilled to be a part of her first stage-stars recording. A recent graduate of Boston College, Alex performed in several different concerts and shows; ranging from voice recitals to comedy sketches. Her last tour was with the International Opera Theater in Italy, where she played Tumbleweed in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM. Currently, Alex is studying at Terry Schreiber Studios in New York.
	Amy Mahoney: Amy earned rave reviews when she appeared for several months as The Diva in Seattle's acclaimed production of TEATRO ZINZANNI, hailed as "This city's hottest ticket!" by the New York Times. In her New York City debut she played the lead role in Jerome Kern's OH, LADY! LADY!! with Musicals Tonight. She has performed roles at Seattle Opera, Portland Opera, Tacoma Opera, and solo works with the Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra, Tacoma Symphony, and Oregon East Symphony. Favorite roles include Cunegonde in CANDIDE, Magnolia in SHOW BOAT, Susanna in THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, and Pamina in THE MAGIC FLUTE.
	Michael McGregor Mahoney: Michael makes his Stage Stars debut with this album. New York work includes Boris in BABY FACE for Electric Pear and Harry Berry in …THE LIFE OF MARY BERRY on the New York International Fringe Festival. Regionally, he has been seen in DRIVING MISS DAISY as Boolie, GUYS & DOLLS as Harry the Horse, THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN as Christmas (Village Theatre); INTO THE WOODS as Rapunzel's Prince, CHESS as Molokov, ANNIE as Daddy Warbucks (Eastside Musical Theatre); LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS as Mr. Mushnik, H.M.S. PINAFOR as Sir Joseph (Seattle Civic Light Opera); HENRY V as Chorus (Exchange Theatre); BELL, BOOK & CANDLE as Redlitch, DEATHTRAP as Milgrim (Woodinville Repertory Theatre); and MARRY ME A LITTLE (Seattle Fringe Festival). Proud AEA member.
	Paul J. Malamphy: Paul was most recently seen and heard on the New York boards as Rochester in a new off-Broadway musical version of Jane Eyre. He has also played Saint Francis of Assisi under the direction of famed Rainmaker playwright N. Richard Nash in the musical Scapegrace. He has shown his darker side as Lord Henry Wotten in Dorian, a musical version of Oscar Wilde's novel and as the comic villain Ed Meyers in Emma and Company, a musical comedy based on Edna Ferber stories. Paul has sung leads in productions of the following classic American musicals: Julian Marsh in 42nd Street, Captain Jim in Little Mary Sunshine, Jack Chesney in Where's Charley?, and Joe in The Most Happy Fella.
	Beth Linzer Marquardt: Beth has performed across the country with Theaterworks, and has toured locally in productions of The Sound of Music and South Pacific. She has also sung cabaret at Don't Tell Mama and has sung the national anthem at both Radio City Music Hall and Avery Fisher Hall.
	Gail Lee Marshner: Gail has appeared in the Broadway benefit, "First You Dream", New York and Rgional credits include, "Jesus Christ Superstar", "Best Little Whorehouse in Texas", "Rose Marie", "Queen of Hearts", "Ruddigore" and "South Pacific". Gail is a graduate of the University of Florida.
	M. Bradbury Marston: Brad's New York credits include Brel, Dracula, Romeo & Juliet, Little Thumbling as well as numerous cabaret and benefit performances. Regional credits include Oliver, Starting Here, Starting Now, My Fair Lady, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Company. He has also appeared in various radio/ television commercials, and feature films.
	Sharon McNight: Sharon began her career in San Francisco, and made her Broadway debut in 1989 in STARMITES, creating the role of Diva. She received a Tony Award nomination as "Best Leading Actress in a Musical" for her performance, and is the recipient of the coveted Theatre World Award for "Outstanding Broadway Debut" and a Hirschfeld drawing of her character. She has six solo recordings to her credit, and has played from the Moose Hall to Carnegie Hall, from Los Angeles to Berlin. She has won six San Francisco Cabaret Gold awards, a MAC award, a Bistro award, a New York Nightlife award for Musical Comedy. This vocal chameleon ranges from blues to Broadway to Mae West. Her CDs are available on her website: www.sharonmcnight.com.
	Samantha Meckes: Samantha can be heard on several Stage Stars CD's including: Grease (Marty), Gypsy (young Louise), A Chorus Line (Bebe), and others. NYC readings: Children's Letters to God (Joanna), Night of the Hunter (Clary-John Bowab director), and A Talmud Tale (Sarah). Other recordings include: Pollyanna (Pollyanna), Merlin's Apprentice (Abigail), and Is There Adoption in the House? To date Samantha has performed in over 90 theatrical productions.
	Michael Mendiola: Off-Broadway and regional roles include Floyd in Floyd Collins, Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar, Charles in After the Fair (The York Theatre Company), Paul in Carnival, George in It's A Wonderful Life, Adam in Children of Eden, Georg in She loves Me, Billy in Carousel, and Dr. Craven in The Secret Garden.
	Dana Mierlak: A native New Yorker and a graduate of The Hartt School, Dana is delighted to be working with Stage Stars again. Recent credits include: Featured soloist/Crissy understudy in the Connecticut Critics Circle award winning production of HAIR, Heather in PHANTASMAGORIA, Dorothy in THE WIZARD OF OZ, Miranda in THE TEMPEST, Katie in SWINGTIME CANTEEN. Dana can be heard on both the CATS and SPAMALOT Stage Stars recordings.
	Vicky Modica: Vicky is a native New Yorker who has worked all over the country with favorite roles including Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar, Judith in Elegies for Angels, Punks, and Raging Queens (directed by Bill Russell), Maria in West Side Story and Eva in Evita. You can hear her on recordings singing backup vocals for Judy Kaye on the Bruce Kimmel compilation Jeepers Creepers and on Michael Stockler and Jon Tolins' new musical Lathe of Heaven. Vicky has been in many workshop productions throughout the city and has produced two of her own cabaret shows.
	Kristopher Monroe made his New York theatrical debut originating the role of "Fak" in the American premiere of Bernard Marie-Koltes' West Pier and went on to star in Relatively Theatre's Disconnections Off-Broadway. Other New York credits include: The Singapore Mikado and the Authentic British Music Hall: A Little Of What You Fancy which was nominated for a 2005 Innovative Theatre Award. A regular performer in New York's cabaret scene, he has appeared at The Duplex, EIghty-Eight's, Roses Turn, The Encore Lounge, and has performed two solo shows both at Don't Tell Mama. He can be heard on the original cast recording The Weather: A Musical as well as singing backup for Judy Kaye on the Bruce Kimmel compilation Jeepers Creepers. Born in Alaska and raised in New England, Kristopher moved to New York to attend the American Musical and Dramatic Academy and went on to earn a BFA in Musical Theatre from The New School University. Please visit www.kristophermonroe.com for more information.
	Marcus Montoya Marcus is excited to join Stage Stars Records after most recently appearing in the American premier of JERRY SPRINGER THE OPERA (Chicago). NYC credits include Old King Cole in the 100th Anniversary performance of BABES IN TOYLAND at Lincoln Center, (Pavi Largo) NYC Premier of REPO THE GENETIC OPERA, (Principle male singer) 2004 USO Troup of Metro NY and (Featured Singer) Shea Stadium Mets vs. Yankees. Other credits include H.M.S. PINAFORE and PIRATES OF PENZANCE with the world renowned Santa Fe Opera company, MISS SAIGON, WEST SIDE STORY, SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ, GODSPELL, JOSEPH..., A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, MAME and BYE BYE BIRDIE. Marcus has also had the fortunate pleasure of working with entertainment greats Liza Minnelli, Ben Vereen and Bebe Neuwirth while working on various benefit performances.
	Letecia Moore: Letecia is a recent M.F.A. in Acting graduate of the University of Wisconsin. She received her B.A. from Texas Tech University and moved to NYC to pursue her career in the entertainment business. She's been seen in various productions around the country and some of her favorites include “Ghosts” (Carmella), “A Little Night Music” (Petra, Liebeslieder), “Crumbs From the Table of Joy” (Lily Ann Green), “The Amen Corner” (Sister Margaret), “You're a Good Man Charlie Brown” (Lucy), “The Threepenny Opera” (Mrs. Peachum), “Zastrozzi” (Victor), and “Romeo and Juliet” (The Nurse). She gives all honor to God for is grace and mercy, and her family without whom none of this would be possible.
	Jeanette Morales: A resident of Stamford, CT , Jeanette began acting and singing at a very early age doing musicals in school and in community theater. Before college and during, Jeanette studied music and dance. Although she attended the University of Connecticut for her B.A. in Psychology, her love for music is still present today. She has appeared on stage in such shows as “Dreamgirls” (Michelle Morris), “Little Shop” (Ronette), “Pirates!”, “Gypsy” (Agnes), “Big”, and “The Music Man” (Zaneeta).
	Joey Morales: Joey was born and raised in Jersey city, NJ. He’s done shows all over the country from NY to California. Regional Credits include GOLD RUSH! (Daniel), RAGTIME (Coalhouse U/S), SECRET GARDEN (Lt. Wright), SHOWBOAT (Joe u/s) COMPANY (Bobby), and CAROUSEL (Billy). He loves performing, it’s when he’s truly happy.
	Rachel Eve Moses: Rachel received her BFA in Theatre Arts from Hofstra University. Recently performances include a touring production of Side by Side by Sondheim, she will appear as Bella in Rags presented by the Flushing Council on Culture and the Arts in June. Rachel created the part of Young Hetty in the world premiere of The Witch of Wall Street. Regional credits include Catherine in Pippin, Eve in Children of Eden, Eva in Kindertransport, Polly Peachum in The Threepenny Opera, Jailor's Daughter in The Two Noble Kinsmen, Mabel in The Pirates of Penzance, Philia in A Funny Thing…Forum, and Pitti-Sing in The Mikado.
	Jessica Myhr: Originally from the Minneapolis area, Jessica received her MFA in Acting from Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University under William Esper. Recent NYC Credits: House of Desires (Dona Ana), Storm Theatre; The American Dream, Streetlight Productions; Two Gentlemen of Verona (Silvia), Boomerang Theatre Company and Walking to America (originating several characters) at 78th Street Theater, published in Plays and Playwrights 2005. Other Credits: Hamlet (Ophelia), West Side Theater, NJ; and The Diary of Anne Frank (Miep), Northern Stage, VT. Film/TV: Indie Feature Send in the Clown, Indie Short Day of Rest and All My Children on ABC. www.jessicamyhr.net.
	Margaret O'Connell: Margaret recently performed the role of Dido in Purcell's Dido and Aeneas with ConcertOPERA Philadelphia. She has worked with composers John Harbison and James Primosch at the Festival of New American Song; sung in the revival of Peter Grimes at Tanglewood; and premiered the role of Emily Dickinson in I Dwell in Possibility by Miriam Raiken-Kolb. Other roles include: Dorabella in Così fan tutte, Florence Pike in Albert Herring, Maman in L'Enfant et les Sortilìges, Giulietta in Tales of Hoffman, Cathleen in Riders to the Sea, Flora in La Traviata, Berta in Il Barbiere di Siviglia, and Martha in The Secret Garden. She can be heard as Aldonza in the Stage Stars recording of Man of La Mancha, and was also featured as the Soloist in Traveling West (North/South label) and in Bernstein's Peter Pan (Koch International). She holds degrees in violin and voice from McGill University and Oberlin College Conservatory.
	Marilyn O'Connell: Marilyn has performed throughout the United States and Europe. Tours include Carlotta in Maury Yeston's Phantom, Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music (with Debby Boone as Maria), and Anna Leonowens in The King and I. She originated the role of The Teacher in Marc Malamed's Off-Broadway production of Remember Me from Holy Redeemer High?. Other regional roles: Desiree in A Little Night Music, Nettie in Carousel, Maurya in Riders to the Sea, Fraulein Schneider in Cabaret, various concerts and productions of Jacques Brel is Alive & Well…, Spoon River Anthology, Sweeney Todd (Mrs. Lovett, concert), Closer Than Ever, Side by Side by Sondheim, and Piaf, Je Vous Aime. Off-Broadway: The Red Box, The Piper's Song, Portrait of Jennie, Maury & Jake (concert of music of Jake Heggie and Maury Yeston), Dog in the Quicksand (Maury Yeston works). Recordings include: Beauty & the Beast (Mrs. Potts), Wicked (Madame Morrible), Fiddler on the Roof (Golde), Company (Joanne), and Phantom of the Opera (Madame Giry). Other: cabaret, voiceovers, book narrations, film. Proud member of AEA, AFTRA.
	Melanie Olin: Melanie has enjoyed singing and dancing since she was a very little girl. She has studied ballet, jazz and hip hop for the past five years and has danced in many recitals as well as school and camp productions. Melanie has performed in The Nutcracker for the past four years with the MCD Dance Company at the Theater of the Riverside Church in NYC. Melanie takes voice lessons and sings in her school chorus.
	Rene O'Neal: Rene started acting and singing at a very early age doing various musicals in school and in community theatre. Through these experiences she developed a love for the musical theatre stage that has stayed with her ever since. She went on to attend Manhattanville College, where she received a B.A. in music and business and has studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. She has appeared in “Dreamgirls” (Effie), “Little Shop of Horrors” (Crystal), “Purlie” (Church Soloist), “Sweeney Todd” (Ensemble), “A Salute to Rodgers and Hammerstein” (Lady Thiang, “The King and I”; Queenie , “Showboat”), “Midsummer Nights Dream” (Puck), “A Night of Shakespeare” (Narrator), “Pippin”,(Lead Player), “Grease” (Ensemble), “A Little Night Music” (Charlotte) and “West Side Story” (Ensemble).
	Cheryl Orsini: Cheryl is currently appearing Off-Broadway in Arthur Miller's THE CRUCIBLE as Ann Putnam. Cheryl was last seen as Carol in Mare Nostrum's NYC production of NORTH OF PROVIDENCE. She also performed the role of Lenny in CRIMES OF THE HEART at The Schoolhouse Theater in Croton Falls, NY. Favorite roles include Woman in LAUGHING WILD, Shelia and Jeannie in the European tour of HAIR, Sister Robert Anne in NUNSENSE, and Ronette in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. She studied acting with Fred Kareman, and vocal training with Tim Herman and Clarence Miller.
	Miles Phillips: A multiple award-winning actor, singer and director, Miles has appeared in theaters and nightclubs from Honolulu to London and enjoys a busy stage, film, concert and recording career. His popular debut album "might as well be. . ." is available everywhere. Original cast recordings include: Broadway Musicals of 1930, Words Words Words & Music and Blood & Guts: The Rock Oresteia. He's appeared on over a dozen Stage Stars recordings, favorite roles include: Robert in Company, Captain von Trapp in The Sound of Music, Georges in La Cage aux Folles, Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast, The Wizard in Wicked, Javert in Les Misérables, Albert in Bye Bye Birdie, Nick in Funny Girl and Amos in Chicago. He starred with some of Broadway's brightest in the hit Broadway Musicals of 1930 at Town Hall. A few of his recent critically acclaimed theatre performances include: Banco in the New York premiere of Ionesco's Macbett, Bassanio in both The Merchant Of Venice and the world premiere of its award winning new sequel The Doctor Of Rome, Cliff in Cabaret, Captain von Trapp in The Sound of Music, Garry in Noises Off and Mordred in Camelot (Drama-Logue Award). Miles has been honored at both the 2004 and 2006 Nightlife Awards and with the prestigious MAC Hanson Award. His new show QUIET STARS is playing to unanimous acclaim and has been hailed by critics as “The cabaret act of the YEAR!” For full performance schedule, visit: www.milesphillips.com.
	Meredith Rae: Appeared in the Broadway benefit, "First You Dream", New York and Regional credits include, "Patterns", "Vegetarian Carves the Bird", "Little Shop of Horrors", "Mame", "South Pacific", "Kuni-Lemi" and "Roar of the Greasepaint...". Meredith can also be heard as the voice of the IBM Computer at Epcot Center in Walt Disney World.
	Billy Recce: Billy is currently a fifth grader in the Hauppauge School District where he was honored to be chosen as an elite member of SCMEA (Suffolk County Music Educators Association) for voice. He has performed at several Long Island venues including Bay Way Arts Center, Five Towns College, The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and for B103 Radio. Billy was a semi-finalist for LIPA’s “I Am an Energy Star” singing competition. Some favorite musical theatre roles include (Troy) in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, (Nicely, Nicely Johnson) in GUYS AND DOLLS JR., (Joseph) in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, (Prince Charming) in DISNEY’S CINDERELLA KIDS, (Genie) in DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR., (Albert Peterson) in BYE BYE BIRDIE and (The Tin Man) in THE WIZARD OF OZ. Billy can be seen as a featured vocal soloist with The Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra in the summer of 2008. He plays the trombone, piano and loves writing and illustrating.
	Felicia Ricci: Felicia plans to move to New York City after completing her undergraduate stint at Yale University but she is excited to see where the wind will take her. Favorite Yale roles include Cathy in THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Audrey in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, Violet in SIDE SHOW and Squeaky in ASSASSINS. When Felicia was eleven, she auditioned for GODSPELL by singing "O Bless the Lord My Soul" and was cast to perform "By My Side." She thus considers her Stage Stars debut to be a karmic revelation.
	Marissa Rosen: A native New Yorker, Marissa received her BFA in Performing Arts from The New School University. Currently, Marissa is touring Europe with Norwegian Cruise Lines. Most recently she was seen in the world premier reading of Sheldon Harnick's FAIR HAIRED BOY or THE ABC's OF SUCCESS at the Playwrights Theater in Madison, New Jersey. She can be heard on other Stage Stars albums of SEUSSICAL & HAIRSPRAY. She can be seen as a giant bear in Bitty Bears Matinee at The American Girl Place. Favorite roles include: Bernadette (BEWARE BERNADETTE: A MUSICAL FABLE) at The Producers Club, Little Becky Two-Shoes (URINETOWN), Thelma (THELMA & LOUISE), Jan (GREASE), Kelly Rippapotomous (LBS. THE MUSICAL), Electra (GYPSY), Henchman #1 (TROUBLE IN SHAMELAND), Little Red (INTO THE WOODS) & clearly Tracy (HAIRSPRAY). Marissa dedicates her work to her grandpa... Forever in the front row...
	Richard Rowan: Richard appeared Off-Broadway in Miami Beach Monsters and The News in Revue. He has performed at theaters nationwide in such roles as The Pharoah in Joseph, Smudge in Forever Plaid, Miles Glorious in Forum, and Bert Healy in Annie with Charlotte Rae. He is a graduate of Northwestern University.
	Mary Grace Santagata: In 1994, Mary Grace won the title of Miss Connecticut and was awarded a Bert Parks Talent Award at the Miss America pageant. She is presently pursuing a music career performing in various plays and musical revues in NY and Washington, D.C.
	Jill Schackner: Jill played Young Cosette in Broadway's Les Misérables, Lady Jane in The Prince and The Pauper Off-Broadway and performed with Bernadette Peters at Radio City Music Hall. Other recent credits include regional productions of To Kill A Mockingbird (Scout), Meet Me in St. Louis (Tootie) and Number the Stars (Kirstie). She has appeared on television in Star Search, The Weakest Link, Disney's Out of the Box (series regular), Ed, As the World Turns, Guiding Light and Nickelodeon's La Toiletta, a children's operetta. A member of the Broadway Kids, she can be heard on the group's CD "Hey! Mr DJ!."
	Dara Seitzman: NYC & Off-Broadway: Roses in December (Carolyn) - Urban Stages. NYC: Brecht's Man is Man (Leocadia Begbick), The Merchant of Venice (Jessica), The Pirates of Penzance (Edith). Regional: Swingtime Canteen (Topeka Abotelli), Jesus Christ Superstar (Mary), Sweet Charity (Nickie), Godspell (Sonia), Cowgirls (Lee), Picasso at the Lapin Agile (Suzanne/Countess), Grease (Cha-Cha) at theatres such as Seven Angels (CT), Performance Network (MI), New Harmony (IN) and LenapePAC (NJ), Bristol Riverside (PA). University of Michigan - BFA Theatre Performance, BS Biology. www.dara.biz.
	Kristen Sergeant: Off Broadway: TONIGHT AT 8:30 benefit reading (Pearl Theatre) and SIDE SHOW with Gallery Players. Off-Off Broadway: EXTRAORDINARY (NYC Fringe Festival), readings. Regional: NOISES OFF, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, SIDE SHOW (Lyric Stage Company of Boston), AMERICAN TWISTORY (Comcast Cabaret Theatre, Boston), JACQUES BREL... (Stuart Street Playhouse, MA), MARTIN GUERRE (NSMT/NOMTI, MA), THE SOUND OF MUSIC (FLMUC Concert Series, NJ), THIRST FOR FREEDOM (Player's Ring, NH Best Supporting Actress 2001 Nomination, Spotlight Magazine) MAN OF LA MANCHA, PHANTOM, GREASE (Firehouse Center, MA). Film: THE GOOD SHEPHERD, ACROSS THE UNIVERSE. Kristen earned her BA in Music from Brandeis University.
	Adam Shapiro: Adam made his off-Broadway debut as Mendy/Pinsky in the original cast of JEWSICAL! THE CHOSEN MUSICAL, a role which he then repeated in both Florida and Colorado. He has toured nationally in HENRY AND MUDGE (Mudge) and PINNOCHIO (Geppetto). Regional credits include RAGTIME (Tateh), JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (Asher/Baker), FOOTLOOSE, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, and ANNIE GET YOUR GUN (Starring Tom Wopat). Adam is a graduate of Ball State University and MAMMA MIA marks Adam's debut with Stage-Stars.
	Marlon Sherman: Marlon is a third grader. Marlon was “Chip” in Disney’s Broadway production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, was in the AEA reading of PLEASE DON’T EAT THE DAISIES, has sung the National Anthem for the Mets at Shea Stadium, and has been in a variety of community musical theatre productions including OLIVER (Oliver), THE KING AND I (Louis) and THE PEOPLE GARDEN (Adam, David and Eddie). Other credits include the feature films FREEDOMLAND and MO.
	Jake Sokoloff: Jake has performed in over 30 productions all over Long Island. He can be seen in the Bazooka Bubble gum campaign of commercials as well as on the Discovery Channel. He is excited to make his debut with Stage Stars on THE SOUND OF MUSIC soundtrack. Favorite musical theater credits include: THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Kurt and Friedrich), FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Perchick), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Mr. Mushnik), NUNCRACKERS (John), HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL (Ryan) and many more. Jake would like to thank his wonderful family for all of their love and support.
	Jessica Swersey: Jessica is a graduate of Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Music in Music Theater. A native Texan recently transplanted to NYC, Jessica is excited for her up and coming career. She is currently performing FOLLIES (Young Carlotta) through St. Bart's Players. Some of her favorite roles are Joan in DAMES AT SEA, Corene in URBAN COWBOY, Bird Girl in SEUSSICAL, and a Singer/Dancer at Busch Gardens Europe. Other credits include: GUYS AND DOLLS, PARADE, OLIVER!, PIRATES OF PENZANCE, THE WIZARD OF OZ, FAME, and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM. Jessica would like to thank Stage Star Records for this amazing opportunity and her family for their constant love and support.
	Maureen Taylor: Performing has been a fabulous journey for her. First stop: OPERA - all over-including a chapter in Italy with Renata Tebaldi. Next stop: Switzerland - thrilled to perform Madame Giry in PHANTOM...in German! Next stop: London LOTS of benefits: Jule Styne Tribute at the London Palladium, Theatre Royale, Hever Castle, the Bridewell, Brighton and a "New Age" recording with Tim Wheater - Incantations! Returning stateside-brought lots of regional theatre, soaps, commercials, print work and cabaret - most recently at the Eugene O'Neill Cabaret Conference. With joy and gratitude to all the "guardian angels" along the way...the journey continues!
	Tom Tucker: Tom played Caiphas in the National Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar starring Ted Neely and Carl Anderson. Regionally, Tom has played Jud in Oklahoma and El Gallo in The Fantasticks, and has numerous recording and voice over credits.
	Chris Tuttle: Regional credits include The Tinman in TheWizard of Oz and Soldier/Alex in Sunday in the Park with George (both at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre); Matt in The Fantasticks (Pegasus Players Egyptian Tour; again at Mercury Theatre, Chicago); and Pat Gilbert in State Fair (Theatre at the Center, Indiana). Chris is a proud graduate of Northwestern University School of Music.
	Mark Fitzgerald Weekes: Mark has worked on stage as a performer since the age of 10. Achieving a BA in Dramatic Literature and an MA in Educational Theatre from NYU, Mark has worked as a drama instructor since 1990, with several theater companies in NY, NJ, Fla, & Va. and has toured the East Coast and throughout Europe, performing in such venues as The Kennedy Center, DC; Town Hall, NYC; and the Papermill Playhouse, NJ. His Regional Roles include: Coalhouse in Ragtime, Leading Player in Pippin, Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar, Richie in A Chorus Line, and Jim in Big River.
	Jason Wynn: Jason often rotates between acting and music direction. Currently, he has been working with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines as a vocal director for their production shows. Before that he music directed the world premiere of Marc Blitzstein's translation of Mother Courage at the Jean Cocteau Repertory Theatre. Some of his favorite acting roles include Prince in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, Seymour Krelbourn in Little Shop of Horrors and Lysander in Midsummer Night's Dream.