Jamie Dougherty is a talented actor with a strong background in both film and theatre.  Jamie has taken on leading roles in a variety of independent films, including Absolution, Shadows of the Past, and Bonds of Blood.

 

His theatre experience includes notable performances at Playhouse West Philadelphia, where he has refined his craft under the mentorship of Tony Savant. Skilled in weapons training, stunts, and several sports, Jamie brings both physicality and depth to his roles.

Olivianna Vanesko is a multi-talented professional with experience across film, music, and live performance. She has worked as a production assistant on Rock and Roll vs the Invisible Bees, supporting various set operations, and played a key role in Shadows of the Past as a lead actress and crew member.

 

She also directed and shot the short film "Hey Paul" at UCLA Film Camp, leading a team to complete the project within 48 hours. A former state champion in softball and volleyball team captain, she brings her athletic drive to her artistic pursuits.

Dan Frederick is a seasoned musician with over 40 years of experience as a guitarist in local bands throughout the Lehigh Valley. For the past decade, he has also worked as a medical actor (simulated patient) at DeSales University, Moravian College, and Lehigh Valley Health Network.

 

In addition, Dan has been actively involved in independent and short films for the last 10 years. 

Gwen has participated in community theater from a young age, most notably as the title role in Matilda, Katherine in Newsies, and Morticia in The Addams Family.

 

A lifelong dancer, Gwen is a teaching assistant and Company member of Broadway on the Boulevard where she has earned many awards through her years in competition.

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She is actively involved in drama, cheerleading, and the Yearbook team at her school and has taken on notable roles such as Little Cosette in Les Misérables and Brooke Wyndham in Legally Blonde.

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In addition to Shadows of the Past, Gwen also had the opportunity to work as a Production Assistant and performer over the summer in another local feature film currenly in post- production.

 

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Ava Rose Wallace is an accomplished actress with extensive experience in both theatre and film. She has delivered captivating performances in productions such as Spitfire Grill (Effy Krayneck), The Addams Family (Grandmother/Ancestor), and Mean Girls (Janis), along many other local productions, showcasing her versatility and range.

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Ava made her film debut in Shadows of the Past as Veronica, marking an exciting step in her career. In addition to acting, she is skilled in dialects, singing, and the creative arts.

Tierney Violet Joyce has appeared in over 40 musicals. Most recently she was seen portraying The Witch in Stephen Sondheim's classic, Into the Woods with the Scranton Shakespeare Festival Youth Ensemble. Tierney has had the honor of singing our National Anthem for the Little League World Series and Pocono Raceway.

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Some of her most recent performances were at Carnegie Hall, The Apollo, 54 Below, and, in the middle of Times Square for the Earth Day Celebration with the Broadway Green Alliance. 

Karl Barbee began his performing career over 45 years ago as a dancer, studying with renowned teachers in the US, France, the former Soviet Union, Italy, and Iceland. He spent more than 20 years performing across North America and Europe now resides in Northeastern, PA

 

His notable roles in the performing arts include The Monster in Young Frankenstein, Herod and Caiaphas in Jesus Christ Superstar, Stephen/Jesus in Godspell, the Adult Man in Spring Awakening, Roger DeBris in The Producers, and Miss Trunchbull in Matilda.

 

He has performed credited roles in five feature films, numerous short films, and a web series.