The Bridges of Madison County Cast

Jef Is proud to make his 5th onstage appearance for Ghostlight. He also directed "Blood Brothers" here in 2023. This year, he’s already played Henry IV in "Falstaff" right here at Ghostlight, as well as Salieri in "Amadeus", Rev. Shaw Moore in "Footloose" and Charles Thomson in "1776" in his home state of NJ. He’d like to thank Gary Bradley and Charles Sullivan and the entire team for creating and sustaining Ghostlight, giving actors and directors the outlet they need and deserve. Nobody is getting rich here, so it’s strictly a labor of love. Thanks also to the wonderful audience who continue to support the arts here on Staten Island. Without you, we have nothing. Thanks to Anna for being such a great acting partner!

Jaiden is thrilled to be in his first production with Ghostlight Players! Jaiden will be a Junior this fall at Sacred Heart University majoring in Nursing while remaining involved in Theater Arts outside of class. Recent Credits include Mischa Bachinski in "Ride the Cyclone HS Edition", Ensemble (Declan/Ben) in "Green Day's American idiot" As well as multiple student written shows. Jaiden would like to thank everyone at Ghostlight Players for being so welcoming and adding an amazing unexpected journey to my summer!

Sophia Condon is thrilled to be a part of this show, marking her second production with Ghostlight! She recently played Sara in “Stop Kiss” at Seaview Playwrights Theatre & Participated in Ghostlight’s “And The World Goes Round”. Her past musical theatre credits include Maureen in “Rent”, Sally Bowles in “Cabaret”, and Audrey in “Little Shop of Horrors”. She extends her heartfelt thanks to Gary and the incredible cast and crew. This performance, along with all her future endeavors, is dedicated to her father, Christopher.

Corey is honored to make his debut with Ghostlight Players in this poignant and powerful piece. It’s been a joy working with Gary (Director) and Katie (Stage Manager) for the first time, and he’s deeply grateful for the care and creativity they’ve brought to the process. All love and success to this amazing cast. He hopes experiencing the music of this show gives you as many goosebumps as it does performing it. Favorite past roles: Archibald in "The Secret Garden" (Spotlight Theatre, SI), Edgar/Bat Boy in "Bat Boy" (Spotlight Theatre, SI), Cat in the Ha "Seussical" Nat’l Tour) and Silvius in "As You Like It" (Orlando Shakespeare). BFA Music Theater, Elon University. All love to his roots: FTGPL, MDCKNLI. www.coreyloftus.com

James is delighted to once again be providing charity work by performing in another Ghostlight Production. James recently received a Fullbrigt Scholarship in conjunction with his ongoing research of the aquatic bird life of Antarctica, sponsored by the University of Santiago Chile. James is fluent in four languages, including Italian, Spanish, French, and Japanese. James is on the precipice of receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom, however due to some shoddy government paperwork, the status of his receipt of the medal is pending. James would like to thank Zoe, Murphy, Zachary, Jem, Scout, Boo, and Hank for all of their inspiration and motivation throughout the production process. Live long and prosper, do not go quietly into the night, do not vanish without a fight, and let’s cross this bridge while we’re here.

In 1977, after starring in numerous high school productions directed by Carl William Lesch, Al was awarded a scholarship for musical theater at Wagner College. He also attended the Herbert Berghof school of theater in Manhattan. Over the years, he has performed in community theaters throughout Staten Island, Brooklyn and Manhattan. His favorite role being Roscoe in Staten Island's Civic Theater production of "Follies" in 1987, directed by the late Paul Guest Smith. In 2016 along with P.J. Nelson he put together cabaret acts and performed at the famous Don’t Tell Mama, in Manhattan's theatre district. He has appeared in many St. George productions, most recently as a lead vocalist and master of ceremonies in their annual Christmas Show. In April of 2025 he had a leading role in the Ghostlight Players production of "And The World Goes Round". He states the highlight of his theatrical career was performing the Ave Maria for his Eminence Cardinal Dolan at a 9/11 peace garden dedication.

Jai was last seen on the Ghostlight stage as Mr. DePinna in "You Can't Take It With You" earlier this season. He also directed a sensational cast in "And The World Goes 'Round". Favorite past roles include Fagin in "Oliver!", Daddy Warbucks in "Annie", Amir Kapoor in "Disgraced, Roy Cohn in "Angels in America Parts 1 and 2,and Judas in "Jesus Christ, Superstar". For Ghostlight he has been proud to have been part of 13 productions, including "The Grapes of Wrath" as Reverend Jim, "A Christmas Carol" as Charles Dickens, "Arsenic and Old Lace" as Teddy Brewster,Charle Condomine in "Blithe Spirit" and "Incident at Vichy" as Prince Von Berg. He is the recipient of the Best Actor Award from the Santa Fe Film Festival for his work in the independent film. "Hate Street". He'd like to once again thank Gary, Charlie and the entire Ghosrlight family for constantly lifting him up, for their friendship, and belief in him. Loving thanks to Crystal..the brightest gem in my world..just when I think I couldn't love you more.. Final thanks to our wonderfully supportive audiences..we cannot do this without you and I thank you for allowing us to entertain you and for your sweet applause. Enjoy the show!

Kristi is excited to be in her 4th production with Ghostlight Players. She recently completed her 9th season as a Touring Company member and Teaching Artist with IlluminArt Productions. She has a BFA in Acting from Wayne State University in Detroit. When not performing at schools around Staten Island, Kristi teaches musical theater, dance, mural making and choreographs main stage musicals with and for young audiences with IlluminArt Productions. She directed her first show “Tortoise vs. Hare 2: This Time it’s Personal” last summer, choreographed “Seussical”, and most recently choreographed “Pinkalicious” all with IlluminArt. She’d like to thank her family for all of their love and support.

Anna is over the moon to be here. Last seen as Catherine in February's "Proof" with Ghostlight, she dedicates this (and every) performance to Henry Winkler. He knows why.

Leanne is delighted to be in this moving production of "The Bridges of Madison County". She is a Mezzo-Soprano, seen weekly hanging over the choir loft at Trinity Lutheran, an avid Ukuladie, painter, crocheter, obtained her BA in Music from Wagner College and recently received her master’s in education from Hunter College. Recent roles include Grand Duchess Olga Katrina in "You Can't Take It With You", directing and starring as Inspector Hubbard in" Dial M for Murder," Olga Bariosiva in "The Pink Panther Returns", Jill in "Elvis Has Left the Building". Great big thanks, hugs and admiration to this cast and crew.