Meet the Cast of Cabaret
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AMY SMITH (Texas)
Amy Smith (Texas) 5-Star Theatricals debut! National Tour: Anastasia, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Select Regional and New York Credits: Cabaret (The Old Globe), Tuacahn Amphitheater, CCAE Theatrics, North Coast Rep, The Argyle, Cygnet Theatre, Moonlight, Hale Center Theater, Feinstein’s 54 Below, Moscow Ballet, Las Vegas Opera w/ Metropolitan Opera. Film: Kelly in Miracle Valley (in theaters 2022). BYU BFA MT. Thanks to Avalon Artists Group, family, Matt. Glory to God!
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ANGELINE MIRENDA (Frenchie/Dance Captain)
Angeline Mirenda (Frenchie/Dance Captain) is a Los Angeles-based creative and educator. Film/TV Credits: Legacies, Tricycles: A Web Series, Barefoot Wine 2018 Sleighin’ the Holidays Campaign, Clown Motel: Spirits Arise. Theatre Credits: Matilda, Sweet Charity, Mamma Mia, Loch Ness: A New Musical, Producers. Next up: AP Sex Ed at the Hollywood Fringe! Follow along @angelinemirenda
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CHRISTIAN TYLER DOREY (Herman/Emcee u/s)
Christian Tyler Dorey (Herman/Emcee u/s) is beyond excited to be making their 5-Star Theatricals debut in this incredible production of Cabaret! He was last seen on stage as Caldwell B. Cladwell in Urinetown (TXST MT), Paul in Kiss Me, Kate (Wagon Wheel Theatre), Drifter in Beautiful (Wagon Wheel Theatre), Sebastian in The Little Mermaid, and Man 1 in Songs for a New World. He was also awarded the Grand Prize for Non-Classical Voice by the Music Center’s Spotlight. Christian is a former student of Texas State University’s Musical Theatre program under the incredible direction of Kaitlin Hopkins, and they’re beyond thankful for their training at Broadway Dreams Foundation for helping them kick face with efficiency. A huge thank you to his amazing managers, Jodie and Victoria, for always having his back and keeping him grounded – and to his beautiful mother, whose love and support make everything possible. Enjoy this incredible show! Insta: Christiantdoreyofc
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CHRISTOPHER HO (Bobby)
Christopher Ho (Bobby) is grateful to be back at 5-Star! He’s a recent graduate from CSU, Fullerton with his B.F.A. in Musical Theatre. Credits include: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (National Tour), Newsies (5-Star), The Little Mermaid (La Mirada), Footloose (The Colony Theatre), A Chorus Line (Fullerton College), Peter Pan (McCoy Rigby Conservatory). He thanks ATB, friends, and family for everything! @chrrisho
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CONNOR BULLOCK (Cliff Bradshaw)
Connor Bullock (Cliff Bradshaw) is a comedian and improviser from Pasadena who is super excited to join the 5 Star family! Outside of the theater, Connor composes soundtracks for video games, and he sometimes also streams games on Twitch. He was just seen earlier this year as Princeton/Rod in “Avenue Q” at the Wisteria Theater. You can catch him as Orin, The Dentist in “Little Shop of Horrors” at The Nocturne Theater (Glendale) in April, and he’ll be playing Sonny Malone in “Xanadu” at The Wisteria Theater (Burbank) in July. Instagram @Capriconnor
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DONOVAN MENDELOVITZ (Hans/u/s for Clifford Bradshaw/Ernst Ludwig)
Donovan Mendelovitz (Hans/u/s for Clifford Bradshaw/Ernst Ludwig) is so grateful to be a part of the beautiful cast of Cabaret. This incredible story of exuberance and freedom in the face of oppression and deep conflict has always stuck with him and he is so honored to share it with you. Recent credits: Jersey Boys (Musical Theatre West, CCAE), Fiddler on the Roof (La Mirada), Rock of Ages (San Antonio Broadway). A huge thank you to this incredible creative team, Cindy, Michael and Richie, and his team at ATB Talent. donovan-mendelovitz.com
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EMILY GOGLIA (Sally Bowles)
Emily Goglia (Sally Bowles) is thrilled to return to 5-Star Theatricals after recently playing Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors! You may have seen her singing with Christina Aguilera in her "MasterClass" online video, FOX's "Grease, Live!,” NBC's "The Sing Off" and most recently becoming the winner of the CW’s "Christmas Caroler Challenge." Other credits include Mae in Reefer Madness (LA Revival opposite Kristen Bell), Evita (Eva Peron/Palos Verdes), Kinky Boots (Lauren/3D Theatricals), Rent (Maureen/McCoy Rigby), "Knights of Swing" (Amazon), and Megan in A Transparent Musical at the Mark Taper Forum (directed by Tony nominee, Tina Landau). Emily's award-winning one-woman show, “STAGES" has been performed to sold out crowds at New York's hottest supper clubs including Feinstein's/54 Below, The Metropolitan Room, LA's Rockwell Table & Stage, and the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Emily also performs with the viral sensation, Postmodern Jukebox, and travels the world with Disney in Concert. You’ll soon hear Emily’s voice-over talents starring in an upcoming animated short Bug Therapy alongside Jay Leno, Dr. Phil, Meghan Trainor, Tom Green & Sterling K Brown, and you can currently hear her singing voice on several movies and studio albums, including the “Wicked” score! Join Emily for her show, “The Limelight Club” - a new cabaret each month in LA with a rotating roster of special guests. Thank you to Michael Donovan Casting and DDO! www.emilygoglia.com @emilygoglia
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JACOB WILSON (Ernst Ludwig)
Jacob Wilson is an accomplished actor making a triumphant return to the stage, where he last captivated audiences as Kurt Kelly in "Heathers: The Musical". With a strong focus on film and television in recent years, Jacob is excited to reconnect with his theatrical roots and bring his passion for performance back to live audiences. His film credits boast impressive roles in the festival-winning "Hannah" and "The Council 2," the highly anticipated sequel to the #1 Tubi film.
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MADISON MIYUKI SPRAGUE (Sally Bowles u/s)
Madison Miyuki Sprague (Sally Bowles u/s) Originally from Virginia, Madison earned her B.A. in Musical Theatre from Pepperdine University. She recently completed a regional tour of The Little Mermaid with McCoy Rigby Ent. that began at La Mirada Theatre (US Ariel). Other credits include: Desperate Measures at ICT Longbeach (Bella Rose), Footloose at The Colony Theatre (US Ariel/Rusty), Disney’s Rogers: The Musical at The Hyperion Theatre (Ruby Starkette), and Noble Family staged concert at La Mirada Theatre (Mali).
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NICK TUBBS (Herr Schultz u/s)
Nick Tubbs (Herr Schultz u/s) could not be happier to be joining the 5-Star family for Cabaret! Long ago, he played Doody in Grease and Paul in Company in the days of Cabrillo Music Theatre. Previous credits include A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder (Monty Navarro - Tuacahn/3D Theatricals), Hunchback of Notre Dame (Quasimodo - PCPA), Forever Plaid (Jinx - Welk Resorts, Norris, ICT, PCPA), Spamalot (Sir Galahad - 3D Theatricals) and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (Swing - McCoy Rigby Nat. Tour). Additionally, Nick is the producer of the interactive science app and virtual homeschool program, Tappity. Huge thanks to Cindy, the Cabaret team, Richie, and Michael for bringing him onboard. And endless love to his family, incredible wife, Haley, and hilarious kids, Sebastian, Lucy, and Oliver. @hiimnicktubbs
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RIANNY VASQUEZ (Helga, Fraulein Kost u/s)
Rianny Vasquez (Helga, Fraulein Kost u/s) is overjoyed to be a part of this spectacular company of Cabaret with 5 Star! She is a BFA graduate from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA). National Tour: Mother/The Wizard in El Otro Oz (Theatreworks USA). Regional: Jan in Grease (La Mirada Theatre), Narrator US/Crumb US in Cinderella’s Castle (StarKid), Dawn in Waitress (La Mirada Theatre), The Addams Family (5 Star Theatricals), Narrator US in Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (La Mirada Theatre), Charlotte in Oliver! (5 Star Theatricals). She wants to express the deepest of gratitudes to her family, friends, and dog for their invaluable love and support. A big thank you to DDO Artists for the opportunities of a lifetime. And thank you, theatergoers, for coming out and supporting the magic of live theatre!
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RON ORBACH (Herr Schultz)
Ron Orbach (Herr Schultz). Recently: Fiddler on the Roof (Lazar Wolf, starring Jason Alexander, La Mirada); The Chosen (Reb Saunders, Milwaukee Rep/Cincinnati Playhouse-in-the-Park). Broadway: Laughter on the 23rd Floor; Chicago (1st Amos Hart on 1st National Tour, Jeff Award, 1998). Other Regional: Bottom @Chicago Shakes/Jeff Nom, 2012; Tevye, @Sac Music Circus. Also, The Goodman, Old Globe, La Jolla, Seattle Rep, Denver Ctr., The Alley, Cleveland Plyhse and McCarter. TV: 9-1-1; Law & Order; Platypus Man; Girls. Film: Clueless; Culprit. Ron is also an acting coach, and a director (1996 Ovation Award). Delighted to make 5-Star debut, and to be reunited w/my bestie, Valerie Perri.
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SEAN SAMUELS (Emcee)
Sean Samuels (Emcee) is an accomplished actor with a diverse career across television, Broadway, and film. His television credits include roles on Navy NCIS (CBS), 9-1-1 (FOX), Family Reunion (Netflix), Giants (BET+), Jane The Virgin (The CW), and The Goldbergs (ABC). He was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Giants, a Daytime Emmynominated series. On Broadway, Sean has contributed to iconic productions such as Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark (Julie Taymor/Phil McKinley), Curtains (Scott Ellis), and Tarzan (Bob Crowley). His international experience includes performing in the West Side Story tour. His film credits include Toxic Shark (Nick Simon), Parasites (Chad Ferrin), and Waiting in The Wings (Allan Brocka). Sean holds a BFA in Theater Arts from AMDA (The American Musical and Dramatic Academy)
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SYDELLE AALIYAH BHALLA (LuLu)
Sydelle Aaliyah Bhalla (LuLu) Performing has always been a huge part of Sydelle’s life. Her at-home, one-woman shows for her family sparked a fiery passion for the arts. If she isn’t performing, you can usually find her reading, cooking, or hiking. She recently graduated from AMDA with her BFA in Musical Theatre and is incredibly excited to embark on a new journey as an artist. She owes so much of her success to her mum and dad, who have unwaveringly supported her. She also wants to thank her brothers for keeping her humble, as brothers do.
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TARRICK WALKER (Victor)
Tarrick Walker (Victor) is a performer out of Hollywood, CA. He is currently studying Musical Theater at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy's LA Campus. While at AMDA, Tarrick has had the privilege of taking on the roles of Seymour U/S in Little Shop of Horrors and as Benny in In The Heights. Tarrick has been fortunate enough to gain a scholarship and acceptance to Betsy Wolfe's BroadwayEvolved 2023 Summer Intensive and to have made it to the Top 10 Finalists for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage competition.
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TATIANA MONIQUE ALVAREZ (Rosie)
Tatiana Monique Alvarez (Rosie) is delighted to step back into the Kit Kat Club! From the moment she saw Cabaret on Broadway, she knew theater was her calling. As a Latina performer, she has proudly represented her Cuban and Puerto Rican descent in productions like West Side Story (Moonlight Amphitheatre) and In The Heights (PVPA). Her other credits include Newsies (Hannah, McCoy Rigby Entertainment), Mamma Mia! (Ali, 3D Theatricals), Beauty and the Beast (Babette, Performance Riverside), Cabaret (Sally Bowles, Stages Theater), and numerous stage productions at Disneyland Resort and Knott’s Berry Farm. She also toured nationally with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical (McCoy Rigby Entertainment). Tatiana is honored to share this story once again and is thankful for her family, friends, and her team at ATB talent for their unwavering support! Follow her @theaterby_tatiana
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VALERIE PERRI (Fraulein Schneider)
Valerie Perri (Fraulein Schneider) was most recently seen in the record-breaking production of Fiddler on the Roof as Golde, opposite Jason Alexander, for McCoy-Rigby Entertainment in La Mirada. With a remarkable 45-year journey in entertainment, Valerie has graced stages, screens, and the hearts of audiences worldwide. Her illustrious career includes collaborations with theater and music legends like Harold Prince, Jerome Robbins, Nathan Lane, Sammy Cahn, Sheldon Harnick and Andrew Lloyd Webber. She has portrayed iconic characters such as Eva Perón in Evita, Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, Dolly Levi in Hello, Dolly!, and Emma Goldman in Ragtime, showcasing her incredible versatility. Other favorite stage credits include If I Forget (Fountain Theatre, directed by Jason Alexander), Admissions, Fireflies (Good Theater, Portland, ME), Beautiful (McCoy Rigby, Cape Playhouse) Indecent (Center Theater Group) On television, Valerie has appeared in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Truth Be Told, Criminal Minds, and in films such as Grease, The Out of Towners, George of the Jungle, and Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star. Her concert appearances span venues from Carnegie Hall to the London Palladium. A recipient of the LA Drama Critics and Ovation Awards, Valerie brings the same passion to her offstage life, where she enjoys singing with symphony orchestras and embraces the roles of wife to acclaimed photographer Cliff Lipson and mother to musical prodigies Jack and Benny Lipson. For more information, visit valerieperri.com Instagram: @vperrimusic | Facebook: @valerieperri Represented by AMT Artists & Momentum Talent Management
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WHITNEY KATHLEEN VIGIL (Fraulein Kost)
Whitney Kathleen Vigil (Fräulein Kost) is thrilled to be making her 5-Star debut alongside such a talented cast and crew. She has appeared regionally in a number of musicals, some recent favorites include: Chess (Florence), The Wild Party (Kate), Footloose (Ethel), and Ruthless (Judy Denmark), She originated the role of Kate in the American cast of Girls Night, the Musical! which she toured nationally with. When she isn't on stage performing, she is busy teaching theatre to her beloved elementary school students. A huge shout-out to Michael and Richie, Alison, her family, friends, and Gremlin. Keep up with all things Whitney on instagram: whittypixie