The Lion In Winter Cast

John trained at Gately-Poole Studio on Theatre Row in NYC under Jim Bonney for nearly 4 years studying the Meisner-plus acting technique, the Body/Mind component from Core Energetics. John was based in NYC for six years in the mid 90’s and within that time and after has worked Nationally and Internationally as an Equity Actor and Director. He has professional Regional Theatre credits from Lake Placid to Key West as well as Celebrity Cruise lines, European/Regional tours, workshops, fundraisers and cabarets. He studied voice with Susan Acton from Michigan Opera Theatre. He has performed in over a dozen countries including a production of the musical HAIR in Zagreb, Croatia amidst the Croatian War of Independence in 1992. He was Development Director for the Award Winning Encore Theatre in Dexter as well as (2) other local theatres. He has worked with several Tony Award winners including Larry Fuller and Sutton Foster. John’s stage direction has garnished stellar reviews and He is grateful to everyone for supporting local theatre. John is very passionate and respectful to all levels of Theatre and approaches directing in a collaborative way “freeing actors”. John is the Artistic Director and co-founder of Evalino Productions. Thank you to Becky Turza for all she does and to his Son Evan (Evalino) for being the light in his world!!!

Jema feels so very honored to be asked to portray such an iconic role for her first Evalino show. Some of her favorite roles include Cora - Calendar Girls, Jean Louse Finch - To Kill a Mockingbird, Mama - 'night Mother, Barbara - August Osage County, and Truvy - Steel Magnolias. In addition to acting, Jema also enjoys directing. She cannot thank her family enough for all of their support and patience.

Duane has appeared in recent Evalino productions of Radium Girls, Glengarry Glen Ross, and A Few Good Men. He also appeared in a recent production of Mamma Mia! with the Pinckney Players. Duane has lived in the southeast Michigan area for the past 8 years. He enjoys running, reading, and spending time with friends. Enjoy the show!

Matt has been in several shows with Evalino and has loved every single one of them. Some previous shows include A Few Good Men, Glengarry Glen Ross and most recently Radium Girls. Evalino has quickly become one of their favorite theater companies to act in. They appreciate all of you for coming to see the show, and hope you enjoy it as much as they enjoy performing!

Duncan is very honored to be chosen for such an incredible show. His notable roles include Billy Flynn in Chicago: High School edition, Uncle Fester in Addams Family, Buddy the Elf in Elf Jr., The Baker in Into the Woods Jr., and one of the apostles in Godspell

Becky is enjoying the 4th Season of Evalino Productions. She has been involved with theater (both performance and production) for almost 3 decades. Most recently she was Maureen in Rent with Evalino Productions. She can’t wait to join this talented group of individuals onstage. She is the proud mother of three talented girls. Becky works at two local hospitals and is the Director of Development and co-founder of Evalino Productions. She would like to thank John for, well, everything.

Noah is excited to make his royal return to the stage as King Phillip of France, after almost 3 years away from acting. When he’s not on stage, Noah enjoys relaxing at home with his partner and 6 pets, while either watching TV, playing games, or channeling his inner Bob Ross by painting happy little trees. He hopes you enjoy this show as much as he enjoyed being a part of it!