Resurrection, ENCORE for APAP Cast
Travis Bergmann (BLUE FOURBEARS )Travis was most recently on stage in King Lear at The American Theatre of Actors playing the role of Kent. He was also featured in the ATA productions Crazy Love and The Family Serenade earlier this year and was in The International Human Rights Art Festival at The Tank in the one-act play Sherry’s Bop. Off-stage, he has appeared in several recent television and short film projects including Evil Lives Here, Lacrimosa, and Savior of the Universe. Instagram: @travbergs
Shabaya Clark (RON TAYLOR)Shabaya is a teacher, father, mentor, professionally trained actor, motivational speaker and founder of DramaFree Arts and Education Program. Clark has studied at The New Federal Theatre, HB studios, Rockland Community College and other various drama programs. His most notable roles include, Major Charles Moses in 'Red Tail Down' & Ron in Ressurrection'. Clark has also been featured in numerous films and music videos, most notably Corey Samford in 'Ramsey'. Clark has since dedicated his life to helping at risk youth from all over the tri-state area by using theatre to help the youth cope with everyday life issues.
Ms. D (SADIE / LILYANN HARRIS)She is excited to return as Sadie and LilyAnn Harris in Resurrection. In a Long Way Home, she portrayed Shanna and was the stage manager for Four Men On A Couch and A Lesson In Blood. With the
Crystal Image Performing Arts Production, she performed in The Buffalo Hero of WWI: The Wayne Miner Story as Mamma Miner, The Divine Assignment Murder Mystery Series ‒ Parts I, II and III and Oedipus the King.
Courtney Everette (ALAN JACKSON, Narrator)Among Courtney's many New York stage credits are: Resurrection, Hamlet, Boys in the Band, Henry V, God's Special Creatures, King Lear, Titus Andronicus and Say Goodbye to Yesterday. He also toured Anne L. Thompson-Scretching’s Resurrection to perform in Oklahoma. He is a three-time winner of the Jean Dalrymple awards for Best Supporting Actor, Best Classical Actor, and Best Director.
Joy Foster (BESS)Joy is a native New Yorker, actress, and mother. She first appeared in Anne L. Thompson Scretching’s debut stage production Looking for Love in Darkness as Milly, and many years later reprised her role as Aunt Lucy in A Lesson in Blood (March of this year). This current production marks her fifth collaboration with Thompson Scretching. After beginning her career in her 20s as a stage and commercial actress, Joy paused to raise her family while also guiding her son, Brandon Khalil, as a young performer. With her children now grown, she has returned fully to acting, bringing depth, authenticity, and a commanding presence to every role.
Laquan Hailey (MARCUS / CARL PEOPLES)Laquan Hailey is proud to be returning to the stage, at the American Theatre of Actors. His most recent includes: Iona university: “Master Harold & The Boys.” Off Broadway: “Dream a Little Dream.” Off-Off Broadway: “Resurrection.” Stella Adler studio: “SWEAT.” He’s an actor born and raised in New York and Graduated with conservatory training from Stella Adler studio of acting. Laquan would like to thank all of his family for believing in him and supporting him. Without your love and support none of this would be possible. @Lay_hailey
Dave Hummel (PERCY SIMS)This marks Dave’s 3rd year performing in “Resurrection.” Most recently, he was seen as a Principal Detective in the Pilot episode of the ABC series FOR LIFE also as ‘Officer Merica’ in the short film, BLACK CASES. He performed at a number of shows at the American Theatre of Actors in the late 80’s-early 90’s. Dave studied with James Jennings at the American Theatre Of Actors, Earl Hyman and William Hickey at HB Studios, Caroline Martin at Upright Citizens Brigade, Richard Kline for an On Cam Sitcom Class, and other Improv classes at Manhattan Punchline and Chicago City Limits.
Kevin Leonard (PETER HOLMES)Kevin Leonard is a classic American actor. A timeless artist who could perform in any era. Casted in plays such as August Wilson’s 1930's period piece about blues Legend Ma Rainey “Ma’ Rainey’s Black Bottom” where he played the role of the defiant ‘Levee.’ A Christian minister in James Baldwin’s civil right's era Emmett Till inspired stage play “Blues for Mister Charlie.” The role of ‘Sal’ in “Den of Thieves” by Stephen Adly Guirgis. A mannequin in “Mannequin Diaries” a dramatic-comic satire of unedited stories and experiences of the fashion industry documented by eleven mannequins. A professor and a father in a classic New England family in “Love Parade.” ‘Lionel Fantom,’ an Oakland raised DJ in the performance contemporary stage piece “Four to Seven.”
@leonardism101
Jon McHatton (POKE / BAILIFF)Jon is an AZ native, BFA graduate of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music ‘CCM’, and a lover of all dogs. He has been seen in numerous shows on Broadway, off Broadway, and regional credits including performances of Beauty and the Beast (Gaston), Bridges of Madison County (Robert Kincaid), Oklahoma! (Jud), Camelot (Sir Dinadin) and many others. Other than his passion for the arts, he is a life and health coach, a set carpenter, operations manager, and your friendly neighborhood bartender. Follow him on IG @iamjonmchatton
Rommell Sermons (OLIVER PORTER)Rommell Sermons received his BA in Theatre Arts from SUNY New Paltz, where he portrayed such roles as, Brutus Jones in Eugene O’Neal’s “The Emperor Jones." He first caught the acting bug at the age of ten, performing in “The Temple of Youth” at Lehman College, and was also inspired from watching his grand¬father’s sermons every Sunday. Other theater credits include: “The Breakout,” (The Flea Theatre) “A Raisin in the Sun,” (Paul Robeson Theatre) “Somebody’s Calling My Name,” (The Raint Theatre) “The Healing Zone,” Audelco Nominated for Best Ensemble (Black Spectrum Theatre) "Death by Poker" ( Nuyorican Poets Cafe) and "The Resurrection" (American Theater of Actors) which was nominated Best New Off-Broadway play by Broadway World. Rommell would like to dedicate his performance to the Bricks Crew.
@rommellsermons
Stephen Stapinski (HON. JESSUP G. HOWARD)Selected credits: FILM: THE LONELY MAIDEN (opp. William H. Macy), SPORTING DOG (Academy-nominee), DELIVERY GIRL (Sundance). Theatre: "The Pope From Outer Space," "Say Goodbye to Yesterday" and "Resurrection."
Kate Trubetsky (LULA NOBLE)Kate is an Actress, Director, and a Recording Artist. Born in Moscow Russia, raised in New York, she saw her father and grandfather perform on stage (both known theater actors in Russia) and she
knew that film and theater would be her passion for life. 11-time International Festival winner for CACTUS as well as the actress, writer, and first time women director for a dark comedy mafia film. As an actress Katie has acted in numerous films, and episodic shows, and theater performances, where she loves to challenge herself in raw and creative roles. And now, Katie is incredibly grateful and honored to now get the chance to tell a piece of a heartbreaking true history in her role as “Lula Noble” in Resurrection.
Kwasi Addo (Understudy, MARCUS)Kwasi is a Meisner-trained actor whose work centers on emotional truth and authentic connection. With experience across diverse acting projects, he approaches each role with presence, vulnerability, and intention. Passionate about storytelling in all its forms, Kwasi strives to create performances that resonate deeply and endure beyond the curtain call.
