Fahrenheit 451 Cast

Riley Jocek (Guy Montag)
Riley is thrilled to portray Guy Montag in Fahrenheit 451. Since beginning his acting journey with his college drama team in 2023, he has enjoyed bringing a variety of characters to life, with previous credits including Superman and Anastasia. He is grateful for every opportunity to grow as a performer and collaborate with talented casts and crews. He is especially exited to share this production with his incredible wife as they look forward to welcoming their first child early next year.
Megan WIlliamson (Mildred)
Growing up, Megan spent countless hours in Memorial Hall when it served as the library, where she discovered a lifelong love of reading. It feels especially meaningful to return to the same building years later and help bring stories to life on its stage. Fahrenheit 451 reminds us that knowledge, curiosity and the stories we share are always worth preserving. Thank you all for your hard work!
Hailee Shough (Clarisse)
This is Hailee's 13th theater production and her seventh here at Roundtown Players. Theater has been a big part of her life ever since she joined her first show in 6th grade, and she is so excited to be here and expand her theater presence with such an interesting production. She hopes you enjoy this blazing show!
Tina Barrett (Mrs. Hudson)
Tina was raised in Toledo and returned to the Columbus area last year for work. Two firsts this year for Tina will be: Pumpkin Show and a theater production, outside of a tiny part in high school. "How fitting I do the part of a crazy old lady!!"
Geoffrey Funkhouser (Beatty)
This is Geoffrey's 10th production with RTP. You may recognize him from his more recent role as Scrooge in Christmas Carol, Inc. or Nick Noir in Death by Chocolate. He would like to thank Keith and the entire cast and crew for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Josh Ford (Professor C.R. Faber)
Josh is delighted to be part of Fahrenheit 451 with Roundtown Players. Previous productions include; Footloose, All Shook Up, Guys and Dolls, Neil Simon’s Rumors, and Our Town. He also had the opportunity to serve as Assistant Director for Wally’s Cafe, an experience that strengthened their appreciation for storytelling both on and off stage. After almost a decade away from the stage Josh is so excited to be back with the RTP family. He said "It’s like I never left." Josh is grateful to the directors (Keith and Reggie), cast, crew, family and friends for their continued encouragement and support.
Brendan Gaines (Holden)
Brendan is excited to be acting in his 12th production, 9th with RTP! He also directed “Twas the Night Before the Night Before Christmas” as part of the holiday trio last winter! When he’s not spraying cuss words as a firefighter, you usually can find him doing his day job at Kroger or running 5K races! He hopes you enjoy this powerful show and, ask him about “The Velveteen Rabbit” this fall, he’s the director after all!  Hope you get it well, Brendan Gaines
Frank Clay (Henley/Book Person)
Frank is excited to be part of this production as one of the firemen. He has enjoyed being part of the cast and bringing the world of show to life on stage. Frank would like to thank the directors, cast, and crew for all of their hard work and dedication in making this production possible. He hopes you enjoy the performance!
Peyton Davis (Paramedic/voices)
Peyton has been apart of two shows at Roundtown Players and plans to do a lot more!
Alison Jocek (Paramedic/Book Person)
Alison Jocek is delighted to be part of the ensemble of Fahrenheit 451. She has been involved in theatre for the past 10 years and continues to find joy in every opportunity to tell stories on and off the stage. Some of her favorite credits include Assistant Director for Roundtown Players' most recent children's production, understudying Lois Lane in Superman: The Musical, appearing in The Phantom of the Opera and Anastasia, portraying the Wardrobe in Beauty and the Beast, and playing Humpy Dumpty in Shrek the Musical. Outside the theatre, Alison has recently embraced a new role as a stay-at-home wife while preparing for what she likes to call her greatest upcoming production yet - welcoming her and her husband Riley's newest cast member in January 2027. While this season means being a bit more selective with the roles she accepts, she has no plans of taking her final bow anytime soon and looks forward to auditioning again later this year. She is incredibly grateful to the cast, crew, family and friends who continue to support her both onstage and off. Enjoy the show!
Ira Winner (Book Person)
Ira is 52 stuck in an 82 year old body with a sophomore sense of humor. This is his 3rd show in a row. In his off time, he enjoys time with family, stand up comedy and his friends.
Tina-Marie Guilfoyle (Book Person)
TinaMarie Guilfoyle has been with RTP for 7 years, on stage, behind stage and as a director. She got her start as a 5 year old on Uncle Al, third grade, middle school, high school, and community theater in Columbus.
Percy Garrett (Mech Hound)
Percy is a 12 year old student who goes to CMS. Percy loves playing outside, hanging out with friends and writing. This is his fourth show with Roundtown Players and he can't wait to do more!
Sami Moats (Mech Hound)
Sami goes to CHS and this is her 8th show with RTP. She stays active with Cross Country, Youth Group, 4H, Girl Scouts, Student Council, Builders Club, and playing tuba. She enjoys hunting, fishing, and riding ATVs. Sami would like to thank her family for always supporting her.
Piper Williamson (Mech Hound)
This is Piper's third show with Roundtown Players. Despite being the Hounds caboose, she can't wait to have fun and hopes you enjoy the show!
Harmonie Schlotter (Mech Hound/Crew)
Harmonie is excited to be a member of the stage crew for this production. She enjoys being part of the team that helps bring the show to life behind the scenes and has loved being invlolved in the theater experience. Harmonie would like to thank the cast, crew and directors for making this such a fun and memorable production. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Mya White (Crew)
Mya is a 14 year old who enjoys helping others and giving back to her community whenever she can. Mya likes being involved in activities that make a positive difference and bring people together. She's excited to be part of this production and appreciates everyone who came to support the cast.
Mariah White (Crew)
Mariah is a 14 year old who is extremely excited to be part of this production. Mariah enjoys performing, working with the cast and crew, and bringing stories to life onstage. She would like to thank her family, friends and everyone who supported me throughout the show. She hopes you enjoy the performance!
Lamont Holloway (Crew)
Lamont is excited to be a member of the stage crew for this production. He has enjoyed working behind the scenes, helping ensure everything runs smoothly and supporting the cast throughout the show. Being part of the production has been a fun and rewarding experience, and he is grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a talented team. Lamont hopes you enjoy the performance!
Eriana Payne (Crew)
Eriana is a 16 year old who is excited to be part of the stage crew for this production. She enjoys working behind the scenes and helping bring the show to life. Being part of the crew has been a great experience, and she's grateful to the directors, cast and crew as well as her family and friends for all of their support. She hopes you enjoy the show!