A Bench in the Sun Cast

Dan Meiller (Harold) is grateful to be appearing on stage with his very talented partner, colleague, friend, and spouse, Pat Drapac. He has loved appearing in over 65 productions in 3 states and 2 countries. His favorite roles are Barney in Last of the Red Hot Lovers, C.S. Lewis (Jack), in Shadowlands, and Andrew in Love Letters. He has also had the pleasure of performing 4 different roles in 5 different productions of the classic Arsenic and Old Lace. The cast and crew are hoping you enjoy the show as much as they do.

Bob Downing (Burt) is thrilled to be back at Starlight Community Theater. Afer retiring from a 32-year sales career, Bob immediately pursed a lifelong desire to be on stage and has been involved ever since, appearing in two movies and one television show, along with 48 stage producions. Bob's last appearance at Starlight was in It's a Wonderful Life as Mr. Potter. He recently portrayed General Waverly in White Christmas at Arizona Broadway Theater. Other ABT credits include Guys and Dolls, Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Kiss Me Kate, Into the Woods and The Odd Couple. Bob is currently a member of Theater West, located in Sun City West, where he recently appeared in Camelot and Bus Stop. Bob thanks his wife Susan for her unwavering support and inspiration.

Pat Drapac (Adrienne) is grateful to you for keeping the art of storytelling alive via your ticket purchases and donations! For a performance to happen, people need to gather in one place at a set time and experience the event. As such, Pat thanks Dan Ashlock for his guidance and the crew for their time and dedication. Fun Facts: 1) Pat and Dan (Harold) met on the stage in the 70’s and didn’t share the stage again until 16 years later. Eventually they cast themselves as husband and wife and have been playing around ever since! 2) Pat, Dan, and Bob (Bertie) first met on the stage in 2012 and haven’t shared the stage together again until now. 3) In May, Pat will be performing in Steel Magnolias at Ghostlight Theatre.