Tom Wopat (Julian Marsh) most recently starred in the Tony® Award-winning Broadway production of Glengarry Glen Ross and in the revival of 42nd Street. This marked his return to Broadway after a nearly two-year run as Frank Butler opposite Bernadette Peters in Annie Get Your Gun, for which he received a Tony® nomination. He starred with Amy Irving in The Guys Off-Broadway. Perhaps best know for his seven-season run in the TV phenomenon “The Dukes of Hazzard” and seen on the hit CBS sitcom “Cybill.” Tom Wopat began singing and dancing in musicals at the age of 12. His theatre career began in college in productions of West Side Story, Jesus Christ Superstar and South Pacific. His New York debut was in the Off-Broadway musical A Bistro Car on the CNR, and he then signed for the title role of The Robber Bridegroom at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. His Broadway debut followed in Cy Coleman and Michael Stewart’s I Love My Wife. In 1986, he starred in Carousel at the Kennedy Center. Broadway credits: City of Angels and Guys and Dolls. He released several successful albums with CBS and Capitol Records, yielding several top-20 hits, and has toured throughout the U.S. and Europe. He performed at Carnegie Hall with the Cincinnati Symphony in 1997 and 2002.
Lynne Wintersteller (Dorothy Brock) Broadway: A Grand Night For Singing; Annie. Off-Broadway: Closer Than Ever (Drama Desk Nomination); Richard Cory (NYMF Best Actress); The Great Big Radio Show; Letter To My Love; Nunsense; Gifts of the Magi. Recent Regional Credits: Mrs. Lucy Muir/The Ghost & Mrs. Muir (LA Ovation Nomination); Lizzie/110 In The Shade; Kate/Kiss Me Kate; Karen/Dinner With Friends; Willa/Night of the Hunter. Television: “Law & Order: Criminal Intent;” “Total Security;” “Big Brother Jake;” “Chappelle’s Show;” numerous national commercials. Featured artist on Varese Sarabande’s - Broadway Sings Christmas; Lost Boston III; Unsung Musicals II. Buffalo Philharmonic Pops Concert (1/26/07) with Academy Award-winning composer David Shire. www.lynnewintersteller.com
Ian Knauer (Billy Lawlor) is thrilled to be back at PCLO! New York credits include By Jeeves (Rev. Harold “Stinker” Pinker, film, cast album), State Fair with John Davidson (cast album), South Pacific in concert with Reba McEntire (Carnegie Hall), The Most Happy Fella with Paul Sorvino (New York City Opera), Wonderful Town, Pardon My English, The Apple Tree, Of Thee I Sing (Encores!), Barry Manilow’s Harmony (workshop), Suspect (Baron Rivar, NY Fringe) and Clue, The Musical (Prof. Plum)! National and International Tours include 42nd Street (Billy Lawlor), Sunset Boulevard with Petula Clark, Doctor Dolittle, The Will Rogers Follies with Larry Gatlin, The Wizard of Oz (Tin Man) and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Gideon). Ian received a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan.
Alessa Neeck (Peggy Sawyer) is thrilled to be a part of Pittsburgh CLO’s season this year. She was previously seen in Beauty and the Beast, Grease, and will be performing next as Ruth in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. She is a musical theater major at CCM, starting her junior year this fall. Alessa would like to thank her parents for their love and support, and the cast for making this such a memorable experience. Proud member of Actors’ Equity.
Susan Cella (Maggie Jones) is thrilled to return to CLO after having performed here in Bye Bye Birdie, Gypsy, Most Happy Fella and Me and My Girl. Broadway credits include: The Graduate, Crazy He Calls Me, Me and My Girl, Evita, On the Twentieth Century and Allegro and Lady in the Dark for Encores!. Nationally and internationally, Susan has toured with Hairspray, Fiddler on the Roof, 42nd Street, La Cage Aux Folles, Me and My Girl, Can-Can. On TV, Susan played Elaine Duff (series regular) on “Hi Honey, I'm Home” as well as appearances on “Law and Order,” “The Sopranos” and numerous “Soaps”. Films include "The Astronaut's Wife” and “Tavern on Green.”
Scott P. Sambuco (Andy Lee) CLO: 1776 -Ceaser Rodney, Guys and Dolls - Harry the Horse, My Fair Lady - Jamie, Annie - Bert Healy, She Loves Me - Inspector Keller, Crazy For You - Junior, Funny Girl, Bye, Bye, Birdie, Grand Hotel, The Pirates of Penzance, A Musical Christmas Carol. Pittsburgh Public Theatre: …FORUM - Protean, HMS Pinafore - Sailor/Dance Captain. Pittsburgh Musical Theater: …Oz - Tinman, The Sound of Music - Max, Batboy - Dr. Parker, The King and I - Kralahome, A Chorus Line - Al, The Fantasticks - Bellomy, West Side Story - Big Deal, Tommy - 97/2001. WVPT: Hello, Dolly! - Ambrose Kemper, The Music Man - Marcellus, Beauty and the Beast - Lumiere. Stage Right: …Oz - Scarecrow, 42nd Street - Andy Lee. Stages St. Louis - 10 Seasons. Actors’ Equity member.
Nina Fluke (Anytime Annie) is thrilled to make her CLO debut this season! Regional credits include: Patty in Grease, Minnie in West Side Story, Rumpleteaser in Cats, Mae in Wild Party, Ermengarde in Hello, Dolly!, Val in A Chorus Line and Mindy in the workshop premier of The Dinosaur Musical. She was a featured dancer in the new Julie Taymour film, “Across the Universe.” Thanks to Emily, Steve, FF7, TJ and the new addition, John Francis.
George Dvorsky (Pat Denning) hails from Irwin, PA, and went right from CMU to the 1978 CLO Ensemble then returned in No, No Nanette in '91, The Most Happy Fella in '95, Bye, Bye Birdie in '99, Anything Goes in 2000, Brigadoon in '01 and She Loves Me in '03. George was most recently seen in the Emmy Award-winning Passion: Live at Lincoln Center with Patti LuPone. Broadway credits include the title role in The Scarlet Pimpernel and Henry Spofford in the revival of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Other Broadway credits include the Tony® Award-winning Passion, Marilyn: An American Fable and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Off-Broadway credits include Pete Bartel in Pete n Keely, the revival of Dames at Sea and And the World Goes Round. George starred in the NYC premiere of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella as Prince Charming at Lincoln Center where he also played Tommy in Brigadoon. He starred with Bea Arthur and the Boston Pops in Bernstein’s Broadway on PBS. His solo CD, In the Still of the Night and Brigadoon on JAY Records.
Paul Palmer (Abner Dillon) A veteran of 28 CLO summer seasons since 1975, Mr. Palmer returns for his 47th production, albiet his first stroll down 42nd Street. During that time, Mr. Palmer has been privileged to share the Heinz Hall and Benedum stages with Pittsburgh's highly ingenious cadre of regional character actors. Among them are the very talented Paul Greeno, Ted White, Gene and Iva Saraceni, Ted and Betty Brunetti, Jeff Howell, Dan Krell, Shirley Tannenbaum, Tim Hartman, Chris Laitta, Tim Brady, Terry Wickline, Michael Morris, Mark Woodard, Amanda Serra and Scott Sambuco as well as leading lady Lenora Nemetz. These creative chameleons provide rich texture and savory flavor to every CLO production and my own performing efforts have been enhanced by what I have been able to shamelessly purloin from their collective bags of acting tricks. This one's for yuns guys!!
Jeff Howell (Mac/Thug/Doctor) is happy to be back in his 45th CLO production. Favorite productions at CLO include Bells Are Ringing, Chess, Singin’ in the Rain and A Musical Christmas Carol. At City Theatre, Jeff has been seen as Alexander Woollcott in Worksong, Andre in Red Herring and in the world premiere of Christopher Durang’s Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge. At the Pittsburgh Public Theater, Jeff was seen in Man of La Mancha and will be in their upcoming production of Oedipus the King. Television credits include “All My Children,” “The Young and the Restless” and the ABC series “Equal Justice.” Film credits include “Hoffa,” “The Dark Half,” “Two Evil Eyes,” “The Cemetery Club” and “The Oksana Baiul Story.” One of Jeff’s most interesting performances was singing at Westminster Cathedral.
Zachary Berger (Ensemble) is thrilled to be returning for a second season. He appeared in last year’s season of The Pirates of Penzance, The Who's Tommy (Pinball Lad) and also Carousel. Currently a student at Carnegie Mellon University and also an Apprentice of Anne Reinking's Broadway Theater project, Zach has been performing since the age of two. He sends thanks to his family, friends and teachers for inspiring him and providing him with constant love and support.
Brandon Bieber (Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing in his first season with the renowned Pittsburgh CLO, having spent the last 15 summers at the MUNY Theater in his home town of St. Louis. Recently, he had the privilege of choreographing at the Lincoln Center and assisting Liza Gennaro on the new national tour of Annie. Brandon would like to thank God, the faculty at CCM, his parents, sisters, many mentors and friends.
Colin Bradbury (Ensemble), a New Hampshire native, is thrilled to be making his CLO debut! Recent credits include the Los Angeles Premiere of Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Pantages Theater), 42nd Street (Japan and US National Tour), Encore! (Tokyo Disney Sea), A Christmas Carol (McCarter
Theater) and 42nd Street (Gateway Playhouse). Endless thanks to Mom, Dad, friends and teachers!
Kyle Brown (Ensemble) is very excited to be making his CLO debut this season. He attends Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music where he is pursuing a BFA. Some credits include The Pirates of Penzance (Pirate/Policeman), Crazy For You (Jimmy) and Brigadoon. He has performed with the Cincinnati Pops for their Christmas Special as well as the PBS Special "Take Me To The River." He would like to thank his friends and family for all their support as well as his teachers for their continuous commitment to challenging him.
Patrick Cummings (Ensemble) is excited to be working with Pittsburgh CLO for a second season! He was last seen on the Benedum stage in Grease, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and in 2004 appearing in The Music Man, Hello Dolly! and Me and My Girl. In 2005, he was seen in West Virginia Public Theater’s productions of Singin’ in the Rain, Mame, Miss Saigon and Beauty and the Beast. Patrick will be entering his senior year at Carnegie Mellon University where he studies acting. “I want to send my love to family and friends whom have always supported me.”
Anderson Davis (Ensemble) returns to Pittsburgh CLO having been seen as The Lover in last summer's The Who's Tommy. He hails from Baton Rouge, LA, and is a recent graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, where some of his
favorite productions included Urinetown the Musical! and Equus. Anderson
sends love to his family and Kara.
Sheena DiMatteo (Ensemble), of Monaca, PA, is a recent graduate of Point Park University, earning a BA in Dance. She has appeared on the Pittsburgh Playhouse Stage in Contact, On the Town, The Velveteen Rabbit and many conservatory dance pieces. In August, she'll begin dancing aboard Holland America Cruise Ships with Stiletto Entertainment. "Thank you so much to my irreplaceable family and friends for all your endless love and encouragement! Dreams do come true!"
Heather Anne Ferri (Ensemble) began her professional career with The Wizard of Oz at CLO. Since then, she has toured the world dancing, singing and choreographing. Heather holds a Guinness Book of World Records for 16 turns on one foot in tap shoes. Heather dedicates her tapping to her inspiration and teacher, Gregory Hines. Deep gratitude to CLO and my spiritual teacher, Ingrid!
Steffanie Garrard (Ensemble) is delighted to make her professional debut among such a talented company on the CLO stage. Steffanie is studying to receive her BFA in Musical Theatre at Carnegie Mellon University. She thanks her family for their immense support and Jesus for the talent given and the opportunities opened.
Neil Haskell (Ensemble) has just completed his freshman year as a dance major at Point Park University. He is very excited to be performing in his first Equity show. His credits include 42nd Street (Andy Lee), Fiddler on the Roof (Fiedka), Oliver (Dodger) and Grease. He would like to thank God, his family and dance family for supporting and always believing.
Jessica Hershberg (Ensemble) A native Philadelphian, Jessica is thrilled to be making her Pittsburgh CLO debut! Last summer she performed in Beauty and the Beast, Jesus Christ Superstar and Mame at the St. Louis MUNY. Just finishing her sophomore year at the University of Michigan where she is working towards a BFA in musical theatre, she sends her love to Mom, Dad and Dan.
Anne Horak (Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing at Pittsburgh CLO this summer! She has worked regionally at Music Theatre of Wichita where she has performed in shows such as Once Upon A Mattress (Lady Larken), Beauty and the Beast (Babette), A Chorus Line (Judy) and West Side Story (Velma). She is a recent graduate of the Univeristy of Michigan. Love and thanks to her family for all their support.
Justin Keyes (Ensemble) is excited to be making his Pittsburgh CLO debut, happily marking his first job as a proud member of Actors' Equity. A recent graduate of the University of Michigan, his favorite credits include Chicago and Ragtime (Music Theatre of Wichita), Bobby in Company and Richie in A Chorus Line (The University of Michigan). Love to Mama Claire.
Alison Levenberg (Ensemble/Dance Captain) is originally from England, grad. Doreen Bird College, London: Distinction. Credits include: The Producers The Movie (Tapping Brown Shirt, Pearl Girl, Little Old Lady); 42nd Street Broadway Revival (ensemble); Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Rockette), Radio City NYC; The Who's Tommy and Carousel (ensemble), PCLO. Alison is thrilled to return to the PCLO family and to be sharing their very special 60th Anniversary! Congratulations!
R. J. Marshall (Ensemble) is elated to be returning for a second season at CLO! Last year audiences saw him as the Hawker in Tommy and in the ensembles of Pirates and Carousel. Fresh out of his junior year as a dance major at Point Park University, RJ's most recent credits include Point Park Dance at the Byham, and his "mesmerizing" turn as Ronnie in Hair. RJ was also featured in the National Tour of Fosse as the dancing dan soloist. RJ wishes to thank his family and friends for all their undying love and support! (especially his mom) and wishes Anthony all the best on his new journey! BE-IN!
Courtney Laine Mazza (Ensemble) is currently a part of the upcoming Broadway show Princesses. National Tours: Thoroughly Modern Millie (Lucille/Pearl Lady). Regional: West Side Story (Anita, Trinity Rep.), Fiddler on the Roof (Chava, PCLO), Miss Saigon (Mimi, PCLO), Dracula (America Premier, NSMT), Mame (Pegeen Ryan, NSMT) and Nights on Broadway (AC, Caesars Palace). Mom and Dad - I don't know what I'd do without you. I love you, Ryan.
Rebecca Miller (Ensemble) is a Secondary Math Education major at Duquesne University. She received her dance training in Pittsburgh, PA, where she has performed for choreographer and artistic director of the H2O Contemporary Dance Company, Danielle Karous-Pavlik. Rebecca is thrilled to be a part of her first CLO production.
Mara Newbery (Ensemble) is delighted to be a part of PCLO's summer season.
In the fall, Mara will be a senior at the University of Michigan finishing her BFA degree in Musical Theatre. She sends all her love to her family, Ms.
B, her Michigan MT's and to God for all his blessings. Bling Shlaw and Sun Sun!
Josh Rouah (Ensemble) is an upcoming senior in the Musical Theatre Department at the University of Michigan and is thrilled to be making his PCLO debut! Recent Michigan credits include City of Angels (Stone), A Chorus Line (Don Kerr) and Musket's Urinetown (Officer Lockstock). As a proud member of Actors' Equity, he has performed in Annie Get Your Gun (Mac) and Singin' in the Rain (Villain/ Ensemble) at The MUNY in St. Louis and the Kansas City Starlight Theatre. Much love to Mom.
Ashley Lauren Smith (Ensemble) is delighted to return to CLO for her second summer season. In 2004, you saw her in The Music Man, Hello Dolly! and Me and My Girl. This season she is tapping away in 42nd Street. Ashley is currently a senior (yay!) dance major at Point Park University. This one goes out to Ms. Brenda for sharing her excellence in tap and Mom for ALWAYS believing in her dreams. Love and thanks to her wonderful family and friends!
Kathryn Lin Terza (Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing with CLO this summer. She just finished her freshman year at Point Park University for musical theater. She was a student at Pittsburgh Ballet Theater and is a graduate of Pittsburgh Musical Theater's pre-college program. Her favorite performance credits with PMT include Jesus Christ Superstar, Miss Saigon, Grease, West Side Story and Evita. She thanks her mom and dad for their love and support.
Melissa Thomas (Ensemble) is excited to be returning to Pittsburgh after performing here as a Radio City Rockette this past Christmas. Her other credits include the Japanese and North American tour of 42nd Street (Swing/Assistant Dance Captain) and many shows with Holland America Cruise Line. Melissa would like to thank her entire family for their constant support and encouragement.
Natalie Weiss (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her debut on the Pittsburgh CLO stage. This fall, she will be returning to Penn State as a senior BFA musical theater student. There, she was most recently seen as Queenie in Lippa's The Wild Party. She thanks her parents for their unconditional love and support in pursuit of her dreams.
Helene Yorke (Ensemble) is thrilled to be joining PCLO this summer! She performed with Music Theatre of Wichita in their summer season last year, where she played Val in A Chorus Line. A senior at the University of Michigan, she has appeared in the Soul Trio of JCS and as a Bird Girl in Seussical. For Mom and Daddy!
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