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Alyssa Grace Adams
Alyssa Grace Adams is an actor, artist, writer, model, and singer based in Buffalo, NY. Alyssa Grace has performed in several plays and films locally. With First Look, she was the costume assistant for Future Wars, and acted in the staged readings Cassandra Triumphant and The Mash Up. Recent theatre credits include roles in Rehearsal for Murder (Lancaster Opera House), Anne of Green Gables (Theatre of Youth), An Inspector Calls, and Come Blow Your Horn (Desiderio's Dinner Theatre). Recent film credits include leading roles in Slasher Days of Summer and Ouroboros. Alyssa Grace is looking forward to working more with First Look Buffalo!
MarilynAllard-Dugan
Madeline is so excited to be making her First Look debut in RESET and OVERLAY. Born and raised in rural Corning, NY, Madeline grew up performing in Church, School, and Community Theater plays. She came to Buffalo after High School to study Television Film Arts and Dance at SUNY Buffalo State. Since her graduation in 2018, she has worked very intently with the Dance, Theater, and Film Community in Buffalo. Theater credits include the following. For Paul Robeson Theater; NATIVE SON (Mary Dalton), and THE SIDEWALK STAGEPLAY (Becky/White Woman). For Aurora Players; DEARLY DEPARTED (Lucille), MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (Doris Walker), and AMATEURS (Mona). For Alleyway; FACTORY FOR MURDERERS (Hadassah). For 1666 Productions; THE RAVEN (Lenore/Raven/Choreographer) and THE BLIND AUDITION (Jane). Madeline also was cast in the pro-roster of Comedy Sportz this year. For Film, she has been in a few commercials and was the main actress's stand-in for the independent film, CABRINI, last summer. When she's not on set or stage, she works as a baker for Kaylena Marie's. She would like to thank Drew, Bob, John, and Mike for this amazing opportunity. "Thank you Mom, Dad, Linda and Mike Dugan for your continued support. And thank you to my wonderful husband, Trevor. I would be nothing without you. Enjoy the show!"
Jacob Applegate
(Boy in QUIET CONNECTION, Mover in THE MEAN BOY ON MOVING DAY) As a Buffalo Native, Jacob is thrilled to be performing in his second production of First Look Buffalo Theatre’s roster of plays, the first being Alex Teagan in Samantha Marcher’s RESET. Recently graduating from College of the Holy Cross with a B.F.A. in Theatre and Acting, Jacob has performed in a variety of roles in plays and musicals such as Cliff Bradshaw in CABARET, Laurie in LITTLE WOMEN, and George Lewis in ONCE IN A LIFETIME. Having also minored in Creative Writing, Jacob loves to write poetry and fiction, as well as practice his Shakespeare, and hopes to publish his own collection of poems and short stories. Jacob would like to thank the producers of First Look Buffalo for allowing him the chance to act on the Buffalo Scene and wants them to know how much he enjoys their company (no pun intended) and passion for the Theatre and their devotion to bringing new playwrights and stories into the spotlight!
Kari Becker
(Jayana in the THE FUTURE FORMER HOME OF THE TIME TRAVEL MUSEUM, Mrs. Alexander in DO THE SPIRITS CONVEY, and The Mother in THE MEAN BOY ON MOVING DAY)– Kari is so excited to be a member of First Look Buffalo. She appeared with First Look for the debut of TO THE NEW GIRL by Samantha Macher as Alexis in 2021. Kari has a Minor in Vocal Performance from SUNY Fredonia. Some of Kari’s favorite past performances have been Guinevere in CAMELOT by Lerner & Lowe, Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY by Lerner & Lowe, Nellie Forbush in Roger & Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC, and Cinderella in INTO THE WOODS by Stephen Sondheim. While working with Niagara Regional Theatre Guild, Kari also directed MAN OF LA MANCHA by Darion & Leigh and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF by Bock & Harnick. She appeared in productions of ANYTHING GOES by Bolton & Wodehouse and GUYS AND DOLLS by Frank Loesser at the Kavinoky Theater in Buffalo. Kari wants to express her love and gratitude to her husband, Chris and her kids, Maggie and Sean for making it possible for “mom to do her acting thing”. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Andrew J. Brown
Andrew is Western New York based Actor, Singer, and Director. He holds an A.S in Theatre Arts from Niagara County Community College. He was last seen with First Look Buffalo in the HELLOWEEN short play festival. Local credits include “Brad” in “BRACE FOR IMPACT” with BELLISSIMA PRODUCTIONS, “Private Perry/ Major Davis” in “SECRET SOLDIERS” with THEATRE OF YOUTH, “Nick” in “FURSONA NON GRATA” with FIRST LOOK BUFFALO, “Ensemble” in “HELLO, DOLLY” with STARRING BUFFALO, “Peter/ Drax-Rylen” in “HELLOWEEN” with FIRST LOOK BUFFALO, and has recently joined the cast of ALLEYWAY THEATRE’s annual holiday production of “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” as “Fred”. His most recent directorial credit is with his alma mater at Niagara County Community College as Assistant Director for “ALMOST, MAINE”. He can also be seen in many local film/ commercial projects in the WNY region. Andrew is thrilled to be a part of new play development right here in his hometown.
Jon Cesar pic
(Keller in THE FUTURE FORMER HOME OF THE TIME TRAVEL MUSEUM, Bill in DO THE SPIRITS CONVEY) is a East Side Buffalo, NY native, Actor, Comedian, and Video Mash-up producer. Jon has been acting on stage, tv and film for over 20 years . A proud Alumnus of Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts, Jon also trained at iStudio Arena, Ujima Theater company, and Paul Robeson Theater. Jon later moved to Hollywood CA in 1994 where he studied with Actor Art Evans. Jon also studied Improv at the world famous Comedy Store, where he also opened for such notable names as Andrew Dice Clay, Paul Mooney and legend Don Rickles. Jon later moved to Toronto Canada to study at The Second City Toronto Improv. Jon’s first leading role was in the film THE ROMANS. This is where he met his good friend actor Stephen McKinley. Jon is set to act, produce and co-write a Biopic movie about Buffalo music Hall of famer lounge singer Lance Diamond titled WALKING IN DIAMOND SHOES.
Austin Gallego
Austin Gallego is an emerging actor from Buffalo, NY who has worked in a variety of film, TV, stage, and commercials throughout the last few years. Some of his recent stage work includes playing Christopher Wren in THE MOUSETRAP, as well as Harley in First Look Buffalo’s LET’S PLAY HOUSE. On the film side he has recently acted in the upcoming UNUSUAL ATTRACTION, INHUMAN RESOURCES, SLAPPED STRAIGHT, LEVI, and the short film WANKSTA. Austin loves acting and being creative in all different types and is excited to be a part of First Look Buffalo.
Shanda Gardner
(Ivy in THE MEAN BOY, Mrs. Cruikshank in ELF SPACE, Hader in THE FUTURE FORMER HOME OF THE TIME TRAVEL MUSEUM) – Shanda is happy to be making her first appearance with First Look Buffalo. She last appeared onstage in December as Pauline in a local production of RADIO T.B.S. Past roles included Dossie Lustig in GETTING AWAY WITH MURDER, Millie in PICNIC, and Elma in BUS STOP. She currently appears as the two Kreyus sisters in the TV series CAPTAIN ISOTOPE AND THE ENEMY OF SPACE (Throwback TV / Retro TV / OSI74) and as Amber Smith in UNUSUAL ATTRACTION. She will also appear in the upcoming independent films RAGDOLL ASSASSIN and SLAPPED STRAIGHT. Enjoy the show!
Becky Globus
Becky is delighted to be working with First Look Buffalo in OVERLAY. Favorite roles include Martin Goldsmith's DETOUR (Sue/Vera) with Torn Space Theater, along with many of their site-specific works and RESPONSE Theater Festival; BUFFALO QUICKIES with Alleyway Theater; THE HOMOSEXUALS (Tam) with BUA; MEDUSA UNDONE (Stheno) with Post-Industrial Productions; ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST (Inspector Pissani) and MARAT/SADE (Herald) with Subversive Theater; TONY N TINA'S WEDDING with Actors Anonymous Theatre; and many new works with Buffalo Writers' Theater.
Anthony J Grande
(Tom in JUST SIGN, Mr. Alexander in DO THE SPIRITS CONVEY) – Anthony is happy to return to First Look Buffalo for his second performance. He last appeared onstage as Paul in COPS AND FRIENDS OF COPS and provided the video graphics for FLB's last show FUTURE WARS. Past roles included Sloane in ENTERTAINING MR. SLOANE at ICTC, Louis in ANGELS IN AMERICA PT#1 at Second Gen Theatre, and Will/Tony in SIGNIFICANT OTHER at BUA. Currently, Anthony is exploring as a playwright and is currently in production on a new western parody play titled DUKESBERRY NEEDS A SHERIFF.
Kaylie Horowitz
(Josie in OPEN HOUSE OF THE DAMNED, Girl in QUIET CONNECTION) - Kaylie is a professional actor and voice actor originally hailing from central Florida. Kaylie holds a BFA in Performance and recently obtained her Master's in Theatre and Performance Studies at The University at Buffalo. She was last seen at First Look Buffalo as the understudy for Kayla in OVERLAY. Recently, she directed 0° ALCESTIS (SUNY Buffalo), served as assistant director for TWELFTH NIGHT (SUNY Buffalo), and worked as an actor with Green Buffalo Productions on multiple projects. Florida credits include EXHIBITS IN THE ZOO (ThinkTank Theatre), MAMMA MIA (American Stage), CROSSING THE BAY (Palladium Theater), as well as roles in Christmas Town at Busch Gardens and The Florida Aquarium. Kaylie is ecstatic to be working with First Look Buffalo, as new play development is one of her main focuses in theater production. Insta and TikTok @ginger_menace
SUSAN KING
Susan is a proud member of the First Look Buffalo Theatre Company. She orchestrated
and performed in the “Barbie Girls Cabaret” fundraiser event and was part of
HELLOWEEN one acts this past season. She was seen last season as the unhinged
Grandma in Jeff Goode’s hilarious play, FURSONA NON GRATA. Susan played the
crazy anti-cat lady in last year’s one act festival, LET’S PLAY HOUSE. She has a long
list of credits from the NYC area and is now enjoying being part of the Buffalo theatre
community. Recent credits include the role of Ouiser Boudreaux in STEEL MAGNOLIAS
at the Historic Lockport Palace Theatre. Susan’s other local credits include MERCY
SEAT; FALL FROM THE GRACE OF GOD and Artie Award nominated SOMETHING
WICKED at the American Repertory Theatre of WNY where she also served as musical
director. She performed in SISTER ACT and THE MOUSETRAP at the Lancaster
Opera House, and DIVA BY DIVA with O’Connell and Company. As vocalist with
“Vintage Pop” she has appeared at the Bittersweet Lounge, Music on Main and Curtain
up. Susan has studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in NYC.
and performed in the “Barbie Girls Cabaret” fundraiser event and was part of
HELLOWEEN one acts this past season. She was seen last season as the unhinged
Grandma in Jeff Goode’s hilarious play, FURSONA NON GRATA. Susan played the
crazy anti-cat lady in last year’s one act festival, LET’S PLAY HOUSE. She has a long
list of credits from the NYC area and is now enjoying being part of the Buffalo theatre
community. Recent credits include the role of Ouiser Boudreaux in STEEL MAGNOLIAS
at the Historic Lockport Palace Theatre. Susan’s other local credits include MERCY
SEAT; FALL FROM THE GRACE OF GOD and Artie Award nominated SOMETHING
WICKED at the American Repertory Theatre of WNY where she also served as musical
director. She performed in SISTER ACT and THE MOUSETRAP at the Lancaster
Opera House, and DIVA BY DIVA with O’Connell and Company. As vocalist with
“Vintage Pop” she has appeared at the Bittersweet Lounge, Music on Main and Curtain
up. Susan has studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in NYC.
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