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Derek Bigley (Richard and others) is a recent graduate of Lancaster Bible College, where he majored in Communication and earned an additional degree in Biblical Studies. Although he did not pursue theatre as a degree, performing has always been a part of his life, and he is extremely thankful for every opportunity to be on stage. Some of Derek’s favorite past roles include John/Ernest (The Importance of Being Earnest), Lysander (A Midsummer Night’s Dream), and Mr. Darcy (Pride and Prejudice). Derek feels incredibly honored to be a part of such a talented cast, and is grateful to have the experience of acting under the direction of Ryan and Dan. He would like to thank his beautiful wife, Ruthanne, for faithfully supporting him in the ridiculous amount of interests he attempts to simultaneously pursue. Soli Deo Gloria.
Kristen Brewer (Lorraine and others) is thrilled to be sharing the stage in this delightful piece with these delightful people! A special thank you to Dan and Ryan for this opportunity. Kristen has performed on many stages in the Lancaster area with companies such as Sight and Sound Theaters, American Music Theater, Theater of the 7th Sister, Prima Theater and Servant Stage. Some of her favorite roles include ‘Lady Potiphar’ in Sight and Sound’s Joseph, ‘Florence’ in Chess, ‘Cathy’ in The Last Five Years, ‘Mary Mag’ in Lifted and ‘Roxanne’ in Cyrano. She is certain ‘Lorraine’ will be added to that list of favorites! She is thankful to the Lord for the many blessings in her life, especially her family. Love to Ben, Sam and Jesse!
Jesse Brooks (John and others) This is Jesse Brooks’ first show in several years, and he couldn’t be more excited to get back into theater! In the past, he’s acted in plays such as You Can’t Take it With You and Charley’s Aunt, and he’s performed in musicals such as The Music Man, Into the Woods, and Aladdin. He also enjoyed playing the part of the Jester for several years in an annual Madrigal Feast. Though he studied Arabic and International Affairs in college, he’s worked in the technology and marketing fields, and currently works as a data analyst for a financial company. His interests include spending time with others (making new friends, or getting to know existing friends better), traveling (anything counts as long as he’s constantly on the move), and eating delectable food (but who doesn’t!?)
RYAN B GIBBS (Co-Director) Credits include: Assistant Director for the 20th Anniversary National Tour of RENT. Songs for a New World at Theatre Row in NYC, Regionally has directed for The Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, The Wit’s End Players, Wagner College and Cortland Repertory Theatre. Ryan severed as the Artistic Director of Allenberry Playhouse for the 2014 and 2015 seasons. Additionally Ryan is an accomplished Stage Manager. Select credits include: Broadway: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts 1 and 2, School of Rock and Wicked. Off-Broadway: The Public Theatre, Avenue Q and Savage in Limbo. National Tours: School of Rock, Elf, Mary Poppins, Avenue Q, The Drowsy Chaperone, and RENT. Ryan is also an International Production Supervisor for Mary Poppins and opened the Vienna and Tokyo Companies. Originally from Central PA, Ryan now lives in NYC with his wife (Amy), son (Anderson) and cat (Winn Dixie). www.ryanbgibbs.com.
Dan Deal (co-director, Dr. Bradley and others) Dan is a long time member of the Story Department at Sight & Sound Theatres. He has directed and performed with many companies in and around Lancaster, including: Theatre of the Seventh Sister, PRiMA, The Ware Center, Row I Productions, Allenberry Playhouse and the Rockford Plantation. He is grateful to serve alongside the team! Special thanks to Priscilla!
Katherine Rundall (Ms. Preen and others) is a performer at heart, though not by profession. She has spent countless hours on stage and behind the scenes of various theatre groups performing various genres; from straight plays (Amanda in The Glass Menagerie) to musicals (The Witch in Into the Woods) and operas (The Countess in The Marriage of Figaro). But the best experiences by far have been the ones shared with friends. Katherine is grateful to Reverie Actor’s Company for a chance to flex her acting muscles and have a grand time while doing it.
Samantha Ingram (June and others) feels SO excited and blessed to be a part of this hilarious production! She is currently a junior in the musical theater department at Lancaster Bible College, and has done several shows there, including “Hello, Dolly” (Dolly Levi), “Mary Poppins” (Winifred Banks), “The Magic Flute” (Third Spirit), and most recently “Titanic” (Kate Murphy) in conjunction with Servant Stage Company. Samantha is also a part of the chorale, women’s chorus, and chamber singers at LBC, and has performed with Servant Stage in their “Old Time Gospel Radio Hour Christmas Show” (Christmas Belles) and with the Fulton Theater in “Big” (teen ensemble) and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” (ensemble). She would like to thank her family and friends for their undying love and support, and ultimately God for the opportunity to work with this amazing new company full of amazing people! God bless! (Isaiah 40:31)
Dan Lehning (Mr. Stanley and others) has not performed onstage for about 10 million years, BUT when given the opportunity to work with so many talented and delightful friends… he found it difficult to say “no”. Dan currently serves as the Production Stage Manager at Sight & Sound Theatres and spends his spare time packing shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. He is grateful for this opportunity to perform and hopes that you enjoy the show!!
Brian McCreary (Sheridan Whiteside) Brian who? “The audience is the most revered member of the theater. Without an audience, there is no theater. Everything done is ultimately for the enjoyment of the audience. They are our guests, fellow players, and the last spoke in the wheel which can then begin to roll. They make the performance meaningful.” (Viola Spolin) Thanks for inviting us to Dinner, Dan and Ryan.
Kristen Hertzog (Sarah, Harriet and others) Kristen’s credits include actor at Sight & Sound Theatres for 13 years including Noah (Erel), Daniel (Queen Amitis), Ruth (Orpah), and served on Producing Group for Miracle of Christmas. She’s done commercial work for Rite Aid, UPMC Pinnacle, BMW, QVC, Hershey Park and others. Kristen has modeled in Milan, Florence, Dublin, Haiti and Panama. Kristen is CEO of Hertzog Homestead, a boutique Bed & Breakfast, Event Venue and Spa Cottage near Ephrata and is a Harvard certified Performance Coach focusing on international development and empowerment. Kristen won the 2017 Women of Influence Award and 2018 WGAL-TV 8 Who Care Award for outstanding community service. She is founder of Hope for Haiti Benefit Auction, which brings over 1000 supporters together annually to raise funds for projects in Haiti. To date, she led 75 development teams to Haiti. Kristen thanks Scott, Taicha and Kiefer for their encouragement and support of their wife/mother’s unconventional career path. www.kristenhertzog.com
Johnny Russell (Metz, Banjo and others) has spent over two decades teaching and performing around the country as well as internationally in Toronto, London, Scotland, Wales, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and China. After completing a residency at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago, he went on to co-found the award-winning SiNNERMAN Ensemble as well as the Parallax Ensemble Theater where he served as the founding Artistic Director. He received his M.F.A. in Theater from Penn State University where he was awarded the Manuel Duque Scholarship. Johnny was most recently seen on stage in the Servant Stage Company production of Titanic and at Sight & Sound Theaters where he was in the cast for five years. In addition to performing locally, Johnny also serves on the Show Run Supervisor team at Sight & Sound and teaches in the MWPA department at Lancaster Bible College. Johnny would like to thank Silas, Amara, and of course Darci. Plus one forever!
Melissa Ticen (Mrs. Stanley and others) is delighted to be a part of Reverie Actor’s Company and this premiere show! She has been featured on stages across Lancaster county, including Sight and Sound, Prima, Theatre of the Seventh Sister, and Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre. Melissa, a Screen Actor’s Guild candidate, has performed in films and commercials, and has worked in film projects with Parker Posey, Demi Moore, and William “Refrigerator” Perry. Mental health counselor by day, actor by night, and mom 24/7! All my love to Scott, Aria, and Hunter!
Andrew Zahn (Bert Jefferson) is grateful to be part of this wonderfully silly show with so many dear friends. Recent credits: Around the Word in 80 Days and Little Woman at Servant Stage and She Loves Me and Man of La Mancha at Gretna Theatre. Local theatergoers may have also seen him in various productions at the Fulton Opera House, Dutch Apple Dinner Theater and Sight & Sound theaters. Love to Kate and Sarah! Thanks to Dan and Ryan for their vision and grace.
Sarah Zahn (Maggie) is a performer in Central PA and is so grateful to be a part of The Reverie Actor’s Company’s inaugural production of The Man Who Came to Dinner! She hopes you have as much fun watching the play as she has playing in it. She was most recently seen right here at the Trust during her concert, Classic: A Concert in Soprano with Holly Wert and Andy Roberts. She is so grateful to The Trust Performing Arts Center for all they do to offer our community such excellent performance experiences. Thank you to Dan and Ryan for bringing her into this incredible cast and to Andrew and Kate for all their love.