Cabaret Cast
Joey Valencourt (Emcee)Joey Valencourt (EMCEE) Joey is beyond excited and honored to be part of the “Cabaret“ family. Joey went to school at Manhattanville College where he studied Musical Theatre. You may have previously seen Joey perform in Exit 7 player’s production of “Next to Normal” as Gabe Goodman. Other productions include: Roger in Rent, Melchior in Spring Awakening, Curly in Oklahoma, and Steve in Zanna, Don’t! Joey would like to send a world of thanks and gratitude to the cast and crew for this beautiful and unique experience, as well as his friends and family and especially his dad for being his role model and mentor all these years! Enjoy the show! Here life is Beautiful….
Alyssa Morales (Sally Bowles)Alyssa Morales (Sally Bowles)- is beyond excited to be a part of this perfectly marvelous cast and bring this timeless tale to life. Their favorite credits include The Crucible (Mary Warren), Little Shop of Horrors (Crystal), and The Seagull (Nina Zarietchnaya). When not performing, she spends her free time knitting, designing clothes and playing with her many, many pets. She dedicates this performance, as always to her grandmother.
Aidan Joyce (Clifford Bradshaw) Aidan Joyce (Clifford “Cliff” Bradshaw) Aidan is super hyped to be part of this production of Cabaret. You might remember Aidan from his timeless portrayal of Eddie in Mamma Mia in The Theatre Guild of North Brookfield’s production of Mamma Mia. Aidan would like to thank his family and friends for always encouraging him to shoot for the stars. He would also like to thank the truly remarkable cast and crew in this really incredible show!
Sara Nichols (Fraulein Schneider)"This is Sara’s debut roll as Fraulein Schnieder! While this is her first acting role, she did participate and preformed a tribute to Elpheba from the musical “Wicked” in last year’s Showcase. It’s been a lifelong dream to participate in local theatre and join her family on the stage. She has suffered from stage fright previously and now has reached a point in her life where she has the support and state of mind to live life the way she wants, regardless of fear. Please clap extra loud after all her scenes and numbers. Just kidding, but she won’t be mad about it."
Steven Sousa (Herr Schultz)Steven Sousa (Herr Schultz) is excited to be a part of his first TGoMB production. Steven is a teacher at Wachusett High School. He was recently Ghost of Christmas Present and Jacob Marley in Calliope Theater's production of Scrooge. Other past roles include Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar, The Escapologist in Matilda, and Bunker in Merrily We Roll Along. Steven is eternally grateful to his wife for indulging his theater hobby.
Owen Boys (Ernst Ludwig)Owen Boyns (ERNST LUDWIG) is excited for their first production with The Theatre Guild of North Brookfield! They are an actuarial analyst by day, but enjoy all things theatre both on and off the stage. Their recent credits include Rock of Ages (Ensemble), The Rocky Horror Show (Frank-N-Furter), and Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour). They want to thank everyone behind the scenes that worked tirelessly to bring Cabaret to the stage!
Makayla Gumpright (Fraulein Kost)Makayla Gumpright (Mak) – Fräulein Kost
Makayla, also known as Mak, is thrilled to bring Fräulein Kost to life in The North Brookfield Theatre Guild’s production of Cabaret. This marks her first performance with the guild, a return to the stage & latest role in a string of performances in which she couldn’t be more excited to share this experience with such a talented cast and crew. When she’s not performing, Mak enjoys spending time with her cat, hiking in the woods & listening to music but the allure of the stage always calls her back- she is deeply thankful for the support of her friends, family, and fellow cast members.
Cabaret is a story that lingers long after the curtain falls, Willkommen; sit back, relax and enjoy the show!
Jack Gaudette (Bobby )Jack Gaudette (Bobby) Jack can’t wait to showcase the hard work this talented cast has been putting in. You might have seen Jack’s musical theater debut in “Mamma Mia” as Pepper last year at the North Brookfield Theater Guild. Jack is thrilled to continue performing for the guild in this production of “Cabaret” as Bobby! Jack would like to thank his family, friends, and cast for helping him put his best foot forward. Relax, loosen up, be yourself, & enjoy the show!
Branden Ford (Victor)Branden is honored to be apart of north Brookfield's "Cabaret". This is his second show being dance captain and first time appearing in a show in 4 years.
Other roles Branden has played include Willard in "Footloose", Ryan in "High School Musical", and Woodstock in "You're a good man, Charlie Brown" Branden would like to thank the cast and crew for this incredible and relevant journey!
Allie Provost (Rosie)Allie Provost (Rosie) is excited to join her first production with The Theatre Guild of North Brookfield! Allie grew up participating in school and local theater in central Mass. She is a recent College of Business graduate from Western New England University where she was the president of the theater club in her senior year. Favorite past roles include Riff Raff (The Rocky Horror Show), Audrey (Little Shop of Horrors), Roxie Hart (Chicago), and Little Sally (Urinetown). Allie is thrilled to be onstage with this wonderful cast and share this powerful show.
Amber King (Lulu)Amber is playing the role of Lulu! Amber is thrilled to be a part of an influential and important show like Cabaret that has been captivating audiences for decades. She has been an active member of the North Brookfield Theater guild for over three years performing in 10 performances, including; Decades of Song and Dance, soloist over the rainbow, Mamma Mia as Sophie, and clown bar playing the role of Popo. She is grateful to continue performing and building connections with the talented cast of the Guild. She thanks her mom for introducing her to the world of performance. Please continue to support local Theatre. The show cannot go on without you!
Deirdre Valencourt (Frenchie)Deirdre is thrilled to be joining the vibrant and talented cast of Cabaret as Kit Kat dancer, Frenchie. Deirdre is no stranger to the stage, she has been performing since her youth in one act plays, chorus or as a hippie in her high school production of"Working". She renewed her passion for performing when joining the TGONB production of "Fifty Miles to Boston" as the colorful Mrs. Tilford and has been seen performing in other productions throughout the years such as, "It's a Wonderful Life", "Christmas Carol", "Miracle on 34th Street", and various dinner theatres alongside other family members; two of which joining her in this production. There is nothing more powerful than the creative arts. They can inspire, entertain, as well as drive social change. Cabaret premiered on Broadway in 1966, However, its message could not be more relevant, clear and powerful as it was back then. Beyond the colorful songs, costumes, aggressiveness, humor and dance, lurks a deeper lesson woven colorfully by your host the Emcee. Deirdre would like to thank you for joining us, while we bring this timeless message to life yet again. Lean in and Willkommen Im Kabarettclub!
Abby Rickert (Helga)Abby is thrilled to be making her return to the stage with “Cabaret.” This is her first musical since high school! Abby is a junior at Worcester State University with a major in Urban Studies and a minor in Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies. Some previous credits include West Side Story, Bye Bye Birdie, Seussical the Musical. When not on stage for musical theatre, Abby plays bass guitar in local band Evil Felipe. Abby would like to send a wealth of thanks for her cast and crew members in “Cabaret” for their kindness and welcoming into the Theatre Guild of North Brookfield community. She would also like to thank her friends and family for their support and encouragement to get back on the stage as a performer!
David Jaskulski (Max)David Jaskulski - (Max) David is super excited to star in his 1st ever theater guild production, "Cabaret." David couldn't do this without the support of his friends and family. He hopes to showcase what he is made of with plenty more to come. He is an out-going gentlemen and hopes his happiness and joy fill the room. Enjoy the show!
