A native New Jerseyan, Lisa is thrilled to be directing this production at TKD. She has previously appeared on the TKD stage in "A Fox on the Fairway" and "All in the Timing". Locally, she has also performed at Flying Anvil Theatre, Oak Ridge Playhouse, WordPlayers, Free Spirit Theatre, Foothills Community Players, Last Call Theatre, and Tellico Community Playhouse. When not pursuing her theater passion, she works at Knoxville Head Start, enjoys hiking, and travels to adventurous places, such as Antarctica. Lisa is grateful to this amazingly talented cast and crew for bringing this funny and heartfelt holiday story to life. Enjoy the show!

Martin is thrilled to work on his first play at TKD! His only previous appearance was in 2012's GOTHIC CABARET. He is a long-time member of the Knoxville Opera Chorus, most recently appearing in THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, and has sung with Marble City Opera and the Amadeus Concert Ensemble, As a Stage Manager he worked on Oak Ridge Playhouse's recent production of NINE, and as director he oversaw Norris Little Theatre's presentation of NORRIS: WHERE I BELONG at the Museum of Appalachia. Favorite roles include Michael in GOD OF CARNAGE, Big Daddy in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, Puppeteer in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, and Mr. Pinky (et al) in HAIRSPRAY.

Aaron has been in the theater since he could recite lines from movies and has no plans to stop anytime soon. When he is not on stage (Most recently as Harry Cooper in Night of the Living Dead LIVE!) or behind the curtain, he's usually found at a desk making graphic art. Aaron is excited to be helping the crew and thanks everyone at TKD for this opportunity! He also wants to thank his family, friends and wife, Elizabeth for their support and patience with his crazy schedule.