Imperial Theatre Arts Association, Inc.
"Manchester's Premiere, Professional-Grade, 501c3, Theatre Organization"
Est. December, 2008
CAST
Molly Grace Byrnes (Mimi Marquez) - is a new graduate of Toms River High School North who is performing in her fourth show with the Imperial Theatre Arts Association. Some of her past shows include South Pacific (Nelly Forbush), Seussical (Mayzie La Bird), Jekyll and Hyde The Musical (Lucy Harris), Cabaret (Sally Bowles), Once Upon a Mattress (Princess Winifred), Seussical (ensemble), The Wiz (Addaperle), Footloose (Ensemble), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Ensemble), Grease (Ensemble), Beauty and the Beast (Babette), and Fame (Mabel Washington). Molly will be pursuing her love of musical theatre at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (A.M.D.A.) in Manhatten this Fall. Daniel Greenfield (Tom Collins) - is a up-and-coming music and physchology major at Muhlenberg College. Daniel’s most recent credits include the role of "Lord Battersby" in Premier Theatre’s production of Me and My Girl, "Max" in Premier Theatre’s production of Cabaret, "Mark Cohen" in Villagers’ Theatre’s production of RENT, "Judas" in the Muhlenberg Blackbox production of Godspell, "Ensemble" in the Muhlenberg Main-Stage Production of Oklahoma!, "Zoser" in Villagers’ Theatre’s production of AIDA, and "The Beast" in the Franklin High School production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. He has also been a part of Peter Pan, Camelot, and Muhlenberg Theatre Association’s Annual Showcase Review. Daniel would like to thank the everyone involved with this production for an amazing experiene, and his friends and family for supporting him in all of his endeavors. Alyssa Florio (Joanne) - is super excited to part of this production of RENT! This is her first production with ITAA and past credits include: South Pacific (Bloody Mary), West Side Story (Rosalia), Stage Door (Mrs. Orcutt), Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Mrs. Potts), Li’l Abner, It’s A Wonderful Life (Ma Bailey), Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Madame de la Grande Bouche), Bye Bye Birdie (Mae Peterson). She is currently a sophomore at Ocean County College and plans to major in theatre. Alyssa would like to thank her mommy and daddy for their constant love and support - even through all of her antics. She also thanks the rest of her family, friends, and finally... this BANGIN' cast of RENT! A-FLo’s last words of wisdom - "Go for your dream!!!" “No day but today...” Thomas Garvin (Benny) - is very excited to be a part of RENT. He is currently a sophomore studying theater at Rider University. Thomas has most recently been seen in the Our Gang Players' production of Crazy for You (Custus/Cowboy Trio); some of his past credits include Evita (Eva's Brother), Bye Bye Birdie (Albert), Its a Wonderful Life (Clarence), and 42nd Street (Pat Denning). He would like to thank the production staff of ITAA for this opportunity, and of course all of his loving friends and family. Danielle Bird (Maureen Johnson) - This is Danielle’s first performance with ITAA, she is a graduate from Lacey Township High School where she was active in Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Concert Choir, Select Ensemble, All Shore Chorus, Drama Club, and an a cappella group called The Rock n Roll Chorus which toured New Jersey and the East Coast. Her theatre credits include High School Musical (Taylor) and Little Shop of Horrors (Ronette). Currently, Danielle is a student at Ocean County College where she is in the chorus. She is also starring in a horror film which will premier this fall. Danielle would like to thank Mom, Dad, and Sam for their love and support, Tim Bird for his love and words of wisdom, Tim DeMarco for all his help and love, Tina Korotky for always being there, and Bailey for her support and kindness. A huge THANKS to ITAA! Break a Leg! Stacy Ball ("Seaons of Love" Soloist, Ensemble) - is excited to be involved in her second production with ITAA. Stacy's past work includes South Pacific and Manchester Township High School's productions of stage Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, 42nd Street, and Crazy for You. She thanks everyone for a fun experience. John Thomson (Ensemble) - John has been singing since the age of 6, mostly with the choir of St. Luke's. This is John's third production with ITAA. He was last seen as the "Professor" in ITAA's production of South Pacific. Some of his past credits include the "Bishop of Baskingstoke" in ITAA's production of Jekyll and Hyde the Musical, The Music Man, The Wiz, and Once Upon a Mattress. John would like to thank his ITAA family for such a wonderful experience. Michele Franzoso (Ensemble) - This is Michele's first performance with ITAA. She is a graduate from Toms River High School North. She stuuided chorus from fourth through ninth grade. Her premiere performance was as a high school junior when she joined the ensemble of Once Upon a Mattress. Currently, Michele is a student at Ocean County College. Michele would like to thank ITAA for this opportunity, and her family and friends for their support.
Ken McGraw ( Roger Davis ) - This is Ken's third and most powerful performance with ITAA as he rocks the stage as "Roger Davis." Previously with ITAA he played "Luther Billis" in South Pacific and "John Utterson" in Jekyll and Hyde The Musical. Other credits include "Chip" in On The Town, "Arab" in West Side Story, "Willard Hewett" in Footloose and "Chad Danforth" in High School Musical. Ken had also starred in his own live web show, Live with Kenny and Vinny which was broadcast via the internet world-wide. Ken also hosted the 72nd annual Toms River Halloween Parade( second biggest in the world ) and The Seaside Heights St. Patrick's Day Parade. Ken will be attending The NY Conservatory for Dramatic Arts for Film & Television Acting. Ken dedicates this performance to his family and the people who could not be here tonight. "No day but today..."
Cameron Samartanno (Angel) - is absolutely thrilled to be playing the role of "Angel!" Cameron was last seen performing in Spring Awakening at the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. He is a veteran to the stage, performing in at least twenty shows since 2006. His favorite roles include: "A-Rab" in West Side Story, "Aladdin" in Disney's Aladdin, and "A Lead Player" in Godspell. Cameron attends school at Wagner College where he studies Arts Administration. He would like to thank everyone who supports him and his aspirations...
