Chazz Palminteri
Calogero Lorenzo "Chazz" Palminteri is an American actor. He is best known for his film roles in A Bronx Tale(1993), based on his play of the same name, Bullets Over Broadway(1994) for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, and The Usual Suspects (1995), as well as his recurring role as Shorty in Modern Family (2010–2019)
Christy Altomare
Christine "Christy" Altomare is an American actress and singer-songwriter. Altomare played Wendla in the first national tour of the rock musicalSpring Awakening, played Sue Snell in the off-Broadway revival of Carrie, and made her Broadway debut as Sophie in Mamma Mia!.[ She originated the title role in the Broadway premiere of Anastasia, earning favorable reviews. The show closed on Broadway on March 31, 2019, after a total of 808 regular shows and 34 previews.
Korie Lee Blossey
Korie Lee Blossey is a New Yorker by way of Michigan, Korie starred on Broadway as the Genie in the smash ALADDIN! Some favorite credits include Tarzan (Kerchak), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Oberon), The Tempest (Caliban) and Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey II).
Stephen flaherty
Stephen Flaherty is an American composer of musical theatre and film. He works most often in collaboration with the lyricist/book writer Lynn Ahrens. They are best known for writing the Broadway musicals Ragtime, which was nominated for thirteen Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards, and won the Tony for Best Original Score; Once on This Island, which won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, the Olivier Award for London's Best Musical, and was nominated for a Grammy Award and eight Tony Awards; and Seussical, which was nominated for the Grammy Award. Flaherty was also nominated for two Academy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards (with Lynn Ahrens) for his songs and song score for the animated film musical Anastasia..
Constantine Maroulis
Constantine Maroulis is an American actor and rock singer. He was the sixth-place finalist on the fourth season of the reality television series American Idol, and received a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical for his role in Rock of Ages. He starred in the title role in Jekyll and Hyde on Broadway, for which he received a Drama League AwardNomination for a Distinguished Performance Award.
lucia giannetta
Lucia Giannetta has been part of Tony, Oscar, and Grammy Award-recognized collaborations, Lucia’s talents and skills have amassed her an impressive resume, indeed.She has been seen on TV, in Film, on Broadway, at Carnegie Hall, Radio City, and Lincoln Center —sharing the stage with Patti LaBelle, Elton John, Patti LuPone, Jennifer Nettles, Billy Porter and Chazz Palminteri. She even opened for KC and the Sunshine Band performing her Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli show. She’s also sung with the real Liza!Her most recent Film and TV credits include Martin Scorsese’s Oscar-nominated film, THE IRISHMAN, and Hallmark’s adored HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR. Working closely with writer Chazz Palminteri, director Robert DeNiro, and composer Alan Menken, Lucia brought to stage Rosina Anello, the matriarch of Broadway’s A BRONX TALE THE MUSICAL. Lucia has developed and originated roles in Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, HERCULES, and in the Tony nominated musical LEAP OF FAITH. In addition, she also had the joy of portraying Madame Thenardier in LES MISERABLES on Broadway and countrywide in the National Tour. Lucia is an accomplished Pop/Rock artist and has performed at The Beacon Theater, The Barclay Center, Madison Square Garden, The Late Show with David Letterman, and as guest artist on America’s Got Talent. Lucia holds a BFA from Boston University’s esteemed College of Fine Arts and is a 20-year veteran of the Broadway Inspirational Voices. Recently Lucia performed at The White House with BIV, and sings at many special events every year. To date her most cherished role is that of being Isabella Grace's mom.
Glenn slater
Glenn Slater is a three-time Tony nominee for the international hit musicals The Little Mermaid, Sister Act, and School of Rock, and a co-creator of Disney’s worldwide smash Tangled (Grammy Winner, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee). With frequent collaborator Alan Menken, he wrote the songs for ABC-TV’s cult series Galavant (two-time Emmy nominee) and the Disney Channel’s Tangled: The Series (Emmy Winner); as well as the animated hit comedy Sausage Party, Disney’s Home On The Range, and Broadway musicals Leap of Faith and A Bronx Tale. Most recently, Glenn and Alan wrote songs for the Netflix animated feature Spellbound. Glenn also provided the book and lyrics for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Love Never Dies, the sequel to Phantom of the Opera, which is currently touring the globe after its West End premiere. Most recently, Glenn wrote lyrics for Kelly Clarkson, Janelle Monae, Nick Jonas and Pitbull in the animated film Uglydolls. In addition, he penned the book for Beatsville (with composer/lyricist/wife Wendy Wilf), which debuted at Sarasota’s Asolo Rep and will next be seen at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle. Other work includes an Emmy-nominated song for ABC’s The Neighbors, and the critically-acclaimed revue Newyorkers at off-Broadway’s Manhattan Theatre Club.
ted brunetti
Ted Brunetti created the role of “Frankie Coffee Cake” in the Broadway Production of A Bronx Tale (co-directed by Robert De Niro, and Jerry Zaks, book by Chazz Palminteri, music by Alan Menken, choreography by Sergio Trujillo, produced by Tribeca Productions, Dodger Theatricals & Tommy Mattola). In addition to being Uta Hagen's protégé (nearly 20 yrs), he is an invited Guest Member of the renowned Actor's Studio (LA). Ted is creator and executive producer of a half hour comedy pilot for FOX Broadcasting Network and has several other projects currently in development, and is an award winning coach/teacher.Ted serves as Faculty, Guest Faculty, Coach & Director at the premiere Directing and Acting Programs and Institutions across the U.S. (including adjunct professor at USC School of Cinematic Arts teaching graduate and undergraduate film and television directors, producers, and writers) and an on-going guest artist for The Actors Center of Australia in Sydney: patron Hugh Jackman.In addition to sitting side by side with Uta Hagen in class and in Montauk as she revised Respect for Acting, which became A Challenge for the Actor, Uta Hagen invited Ted to join the faculty of her renowned HB Studio. Ms Hagen also asked Ted to demonstrate Exercise 9 in her teaching video documentary Uta Hagen's Acting Class. Ted is an Invited Member of The Actor’s Studio, and is the recipient of National Endowment for the Arts Achievement in the Arts Award. He was finalist in three Backstage Magazine Readers Choice Awards 2016 & 2014 including: Best L.A. Acting School/Coaches, Best L.A. Audition Technique Teacher, Best L.A. On-Camera Teachers as well as runner up Favorite L.A. Acting Coach & L.A. Favorite Teacher 2008 & 2010.Ted teaches a seminar, “Never Audition Again” (Prepare to WORK, not Audition) and is working on a companion book. He is Co-Curator of utahagen.com
john schiappa
John Schiappa is an American actor working out of New York where he lives with his wife and their two sons. He recently finished helming the national production of "GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY" where he played Nick Lane.
TV & FILM
STRAY DOLLSFloyd Lutz – Netflix
THE GOOD FIGHTCo-star – CBS THE EQUALIZERFrank Jacobs – CBS
DECEPTIONCo-star – ABC THE AMERICANS
Co-Star – AMCTHE BLACKLIST
Co.Star – NBCTHE BIG C
Co-Star – Showtime I JUST WANT MY PANTS BACK
Co-Star – MTV WHAT JUST HAPPENED
“Fiercely” Villain – Barry Levinson Dir. KIDNAPPED
Co-Star – NBCTHIRD WATCH
Guest Star – NBCLAW & ORDER C.I.
Co-Star – NBCLAW & ORDER
Co-Star – NBCSEEING BEAUTY
Acteon – RipfestMONSTERS
Guest Star – SyndicatedBROADWAY
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRYMan, (Nick, Burke u/s) – Belasco
ROCKYBuddy/Jimmy Michaels – Win. Garden Theater
THE OTHER PLACEThe Man – Freidman Theater MTC
WICKEDDr. Dillamond – Gershwin Theater
ASSASSINSProprietor Studio 54 - Roundabout
WOMEN ON THE VERGE…Ivan & Taxi Driver u/s – Belasco Theater
TAKE ME OUTToddy Koovits – Walter Kerr Theater
STRAY DOLLSFloyd Lutz – Netflix
THE GOOD FIGHTCo-star – CBS THE EQUALIZERFrank Jacobs – CBS
DECEPTIONCo-star – ABC THE AMERICANS
Co-Star – AMCTHE BLACKLIST
Co.Star – NBCTHE BIG C
Co-Star – Showtime I JUST WANT MY PANTS BACK
Co-Star – MTV WHAT JUST HAPPENED
“Fiercely” Villain – Barry Levinson Dir. KIDNAPPED
Co-Star – NBCTHIRD WATCH
Guest Star – NBCLAW & ORDER C.I.
Co-Star – NBCLAW & ORDER
Co-Star – NBCSEEING BEAUTY
Acteon – RipfestMONSTERS
Guest Star – SyndicatedBROADWAY
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRYMan, (Nick, Burke u/s) – Belasco
ROCKYBuddy/Jimmy Michaels – Win. Garden Theater
THE OTHER PLACEThe Man – Freidman Theater MTC
WICKEDDr. Dillamond – Gershwin Theater
ASSASSINSProprietor Studio 54 - Roundabout
WOMEN ON THE VERGE…Ivan & Taxi Driver u/s – Belasco Theater
TAKE ME OUTToddy Koovits – Walter Kerr Theater
charlie marcus
Charlie Marcus has been on Broadway since the 80's... the 1980's ( though sometimes it feels like the 1880's). His Broadway debut was in the Original Production of A Chorus Line. He starred in Peter Pan opposite Cathy Rigby as the Third Drunken Buccaneer from the Left. And he was Chazz Palminteri's understudy in Bronx Tale on Broadway. Charlie has played several off Broadway gangsters as well including Don DelCanto in Romeo and Bernadette and Meyer Wolfsheim in the acclaimed Immersive Off Bway production of The Great Gatsby..... He loves to perform each summer on the Boardwalk at Seaside Heights while working on his movie star tan....He's currently developing the new Louis Prima Immersive Musical, titled Jump, Jive and Wail coming to Broadway Spring 2026. Charlie can tap dance and play two trumpets at the same time and is willing to do it for Chicken Marsala! Just Ask!
jim borstelmann
Jim has starred in the Broadway casts of Chicago, Mel Brooks’ The Producers, Young Frankenstein, The Addams Family, Chaplin, Bullets Over Broadway, New York-New York. Films include: The Producers, and Center Stage. Choreography Broadway: An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin and The Nance..
jennifer perry
Jennifer Perry is an actress/singer known for Get Him to the Greek (2010), Frozen (2013) and Limitless (2015).Broadway: Kinky Boots, Mamma Mia! Other credits include: Mamma Mia Las Vegas, (Original Rosie), Nunsense, Off Broadway, (Sister Hubert) Idaho the Musical NYMPH (Aunt Pearlie), Hairspray, The MUNY (Prudy Pingleton) Annie, Music Theater Wichita (Miss Hannigan) Chicago, Riverside Theater (Mama Morton), Blown Sideways Thru Life, Adirondack Theater Festival. Max and Maxine Together Again, NYC.
TV Credits include: "True Blood", "Late night with David Letterman", "Rock the Reception", "Good Morning America".
TV Credits include: "True Blood", "Late night with David Letterman", "Rock the Reception", "Good Morning America".
trista dollison
Trista Dollison has starred in some of the most fun Broadway shows of all time! Most recently you may have seen Trista in the smash hit OKLAHOMA.Not only did Trista star in the most successful Broadway show of all time-THE LION KING and also the hit Broadway musical AVENUE Q, and are you ready for this? She also played Violet BEAUREGARDE in the super fun CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY on Broadway! And, Trista starred in the original Broadway cast of A BRONX TALE-directed by Robert DeNiro!
felipe rose
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Felipe Rose is an American musician who was the original “Indian” in the hugely successful disco group the Village People. Rose subsequently launched a solo career and released the single "Going Back to My Roots" in 2018, and continues to write and sing his original music.
ryan knowles
Ryan was last seen on Broadway playing 9 characters in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, for which he received a spot on the New York Times “Best Of Theatre” yearly list. Off-Broadway credits include Love + Science at City Center, a long stint with NEWSical: The Musical, Caligula Maximus, The Tempest and Fools In Love. National Tours include The Lightning Thief, Queen’s We Will Rock You, The Grinch, & Todrick Hall’s OZ. He is currently a Broadway Guest Artist for Disney Cruise Line.
Ryan is also an internationally renowned concert headliner, having performed at some of the world’s premier nightclubs and venues including New York’s 54 Below, Birdland, Town Hall, & Green Room 42 and California’s Cinegrill & Feinstein’s. He recently made his European concert debut with a sold-out engagement at Budapest Jazz Club.
Ryan has performed at some of the country’s most respected theatres, having worked in 47 of the 50 states (Alaska and the Dakotas, you’re next!). He has played everything on two legs (and occasionally four), with a particular fondness for villains: From Aladdin’s Jafar to The Wicked Witch of the West; Hunchback’s Frollo to Little Shop’s Dentist; Shakespeare’s Caliban to Dickens’ Scrooge; Hades, Satan, the Devil and Mr. Applegate (he’s played some variation of the Prince of Darkness over a dozen times). He does frequent VoiceOver work working for companies such as Disney, Dreamworks and Universal. He starred on TV as host of Nickelodeon’s daily live show Me:TV. Ryan has danced with the Rockettes, tangled with a 60-inch Python in the woods, grappled in the ring with Lucha Libre wrestlers in Mexico City, and recited Shakespeare while skydiving (without missing a line). @ImRyanKnowles. RyanKnowles.com
Ryan is also an internationally renowned concert headliner, having performed at some of the world’s premier nightclubs and venues including New York’s 54 Below, Birdland, Town Hall, & Green Room 42 and California’s Cinegrill & Feinstein’s. He recently made his European concert debut with a sold-out engagement at Budapest Jazz Club.
Ryan has performed at some of the country’s most respected theatres, having worked in 47 of the 50 states (Alaska and the Dakotas, you’re next!). He has played everything on two legs (and occasionally four), with a particular fondness for villains: From Aladdin’s Jafar to The Wicked Witch of the West; Hunchback’s Frollo to Little Shop’s Dentist; Shakespeare’s Caliban to Dickens’ Scrooge; Hades, Satan, the Devil and Mr. Applegate (he’s played some variation of the Prince of Darkness over a dozen times). He does frequent VoiceOver work working for companies such as Disney, Dreamworks and Universal. He starred on TV as host of Nickelodeon’s daily live show Me:TV. Ryan has danced with the Rockettes, tangled with a 60-inch Python in the woods, grappled in the ring with Lucha Libre wrestlers in Mexico City, and recited Shakespeare while skydiving (without missing a line). @ImRyanKnowles. RyanKnowles.com
jackie nuzzo
Jackie spent a decade performing professionally across the country and at sea with Disney & Norwegian Cruise Lines. Credits include Off Broadway’s Sistas the Musical and the National tour of Elf the Musical. She also starred as Kate Monster in Avenue Q at Algonquin Arts Theater in Manasquan.
Katie Campbell Sherman
Katie Campbell Sherman is a proud graduate of the Boston Conservatory of Music. She performed professionally in NYC as well as regionally with notable actors such as Jodi Benson, Rue McClanahan, Anika Noni Rose and more. She has been teaching and directing music, dance, and theater for over 15 years and is the current chorus and drama director at Manchester Township Middle School in NJ. She is so excited for this opportunity for the next generation of musical theater performers right here on the Jersey Shore!
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gabriel amoroso
Gabriel Amoroso is a 16 year old from Toms River. He is a sophomore at the Grunin Performing Arts Academy.Gabe made his Broadway debut as Noah Gellman in Caroline, Or Change when he was 12 years old.He was previously cast as Young Harry Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child as well.Gabe has been in regional and off- Broadway productions at Brooklyn Academy of Music, Hartford Stage and Exit 82 Theatre. You can catch him in Disney +'s Better Nate Than Ever streaming now. He can also be seen on the new Apple TV+ series, Your Friends and Neighbors.
Theresa carlomagno
Theresa Carlomagno is a radiant Italian American soprano praised for her luminous tone, emotional depth, & refined musicality. With performances across the U.S. & Europe alike, she brings a rare blend of technical precision & heartfelt storytelling to every role she inhabits.She has appeared as Adina in L’Elisir d’Amore with both the Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey & New Jersey Lyric Opera, earning acclaim for her sparkling charm and vocal agility. As Adalgisa in Norma at the historic Herodion Atticus Theatre in Athens, she delivered a compelling blend of tenderness and strength during the centennial celebration of Maria Callas in 2023. This past November, she brought youthful energy & warmth to the role of Gretel in Hänsel und Gretel with The Wichita Grand Opera, & is currently preparing for her debut as Mimì in La Bohème at a prominent opera festival in Sicily this summer.Theresa has also shared the stage with internationally renowned artists, including Mario Frangoulis & the legendary Andrea Bocelli, lending her voice to unforgettable performances that transcend genre and geography. She approaches each role with sincerity, grace, and musical intelligence, honoring the composer’s intent while offering deeply personal interpretations. Offstage, Theresa co-leads "Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty" alongside her husband, Ryan Sunden, & a team of dedicated agents. Together, they operate as a top performing real estate group serving clients across New Jersey & New York. From opera houses to open houses, Theresa Carlomagno lives a life guided by artistry, empathy, and connection — one story, one performance, one home at a time.
Tyler ricker
Born and raised right here in New Jersey, Tyler Ricker has been singing basically since he could talk. Despite that, it wasn't until his early twenties that he found a home on the stage and in front of an audience, as the very first winner of Ocean County College's Got Talent. Since then, Tyler's skills as a professional singer and Frank Sinatra tribute artist have been honed through years of experience performing at a variety of venues and events, from intimate jazz cafes to large-scale concerts where he's shared the stage with Broadway legends, and beyond. He pride's himself on his ability to deliver unforgettable performances that capture the essence of the Great American Songbook. In fact, this past year, he was the subject of a PBS documentary that showcased his efforts in keeping Frank Sinatra's music and legacy alive along the Jersey Shore and beyond. He now hopes to form a trio of musicians and eventually a big band to perform this material across the country. He can be found all over social media.
brayden morgan
Brayden Morgan is a rising freshman at the Grunin Performing Arts Academy. He can be seen starring in Disney Jr’s Robogobo as Booster and also the Apple TV show, Slumberkin’s as Bigfoot. He has had the honor of singing the National Anthem at both MetLife Stadium for the NY Giants and The Barclays Center for the Brooklyn Nets!
daphne jones
Daphne Jones is a 12 year old performer from Manchester, NJ. She has been singing since she could talk and became involved with performing arts at the age of 9. She has performed in over a dozen local musical theater productions and just recently portrayed "Princess Fiona" in Shrek Jr. She is currently rehearsing to play the role of "Lily St. Regis" in Annie Jr. Some of her past favorite roles include; "Matilda Wormwood" in Matilda Jr., "Chip" in Beauty and the Beast Jr., "Ursula" in The Little Mermaid Jr., and "Oliver Twist" in Oliver! Jr.
Last summer Daphne competed at Laurita Winery's Junior Idol Competition and won first place in the 12-14 age category. This fall she also made her way to the Semi-Final round of the historic Apollo Theater's 90th Amateur Night Contest, in Harlem, NY. Daphne enjoys singing in her school's chorus and is also a volunteer performer with Zzak G. Applaud Our Kids Foundation.
Daphne would like to thank Joseph Brunetti and all of the amazingly talented performers at Broadway Meets the Beach for accepting her into the show and giving her the opportunity to share her voice for the past two summers! Broadway is Daphne's dream and she feels so honored to be amongst the stars!
Last summer Daphne competed at Laurita Winery's Junior Idol Competition and won first place in the 12-14 age category. This fall she also made her way to the Semi-Final round of the historic Apollo Theater's 90th Amateur Night Contest, in Harlem, NY. Daphne enjoys singing in her school's chorus and is also a volunteer performer with Zzak G. Applaud Our Kids Foundation.
Daphne would like to thank Joseph Brunetti and all of the amazingly talented performers at Broadway Meets the Beach for accepting her into the show and giving her the opportunity to share her voice for the past two summers! Broadway is Daphne's dream and she feels so honored to be amongst the stars!
microphonics
MICROPHONICSThe “Microphonics Choir” is made up of a group of talented students ranging from ages 5 to 16. They attend the music program at Ocean County Arts Center in Waretown, New Jersey, Under the direction of Erich Wald and Cindy Wald. The students relish the opportunity to participate at “Broadway meets the Beach”, sharing the stage with talented performers in a beautiful setting. Erich Wald is the music director at Barnegat Middle and High Schoolas well as being a multi-talented performer. Cindy Wald has been both a performer and a music educator her entire adult life. She currently conducts the Mirage Choir as well as adjudicating youth vocal competitions. The students dedication to honing their craft directly results in increased self confidence and awakens the emotions of both themself and those they are entertaining.