42nd Street is the musical comedy that celebrates Broadway and the magic of show business! Featuring 14 show stopping production numbers including, “We’re In The Money,” “Lullaby of Broadway,” “42nd Street,” “Quarter to Nine,” 50 tapping feet and over 200 jaw dropping costumes, this show delivers on every level. Aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer comes to the big city from Allentown PA, and soon lands her first big job in the ensemble of a glitzy new Broadway show. But when its star is injured, will Peggy be able to step in and save the show? An exhilarating celebration of the American song and dance musical.
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CAST
Wesley J. Barnes* (Andy Lee) is a Los Angeles Native who started his career at a young age as a member of the Kennedy Tap Company, performing at countless events such as the PBS Annual Holiday Special, NAACP Image Awards, Michael Jackson’s 45th Birthday, The Jerry Lewis Telethon, tours and more. After graduating college at Concordia University Irvine with a degree in theatre performance and communications studies, he moved to New York City and began working as a musical theater performer. He has been blessed to work with Broadway greats like Andre DeSheilds, Graciella Daniell, Carolee Carmello, Andrea Burns, and more. Favorite credits include, the 50th Anniversary National Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar, Newsies, Godspell, The Scottsboro Boys, and Hairspray. Rev Credits: Mama Mia, Grand Hotel, and 2020’s Concert. When not performing, Wesley loves pouring into other performers and helping them be the best they can be by providing a safe space to discover their full potential. Teaching everything from college level to elementary level, teaching/coaching brings him just as much joy as being on stage. Wesley is currently accepting students for virtual sessions in all areas. Schedule yours today! Wesbarnes93@gmail.com.
Sierra Lai Barnett (Ensemble) is a proud first-generation Chinese-American from Ohio, who can’t resist a smile – or a good homemade dumpling! She entered the professional world with degrees in dance and business management from Point Park University. Most recently, she collaborated with the New York City-based director and choreographer, Jim Cooney. Her favorite projects include roles as a performer, dance captain, associate director, and associate choreographer. While waiting for the pandemic to lift, she has danced as much as possible while also growing her skills as a singer. She also renovated a house she owns in Pittsburgh as a unique creative side project! Check out the before and after photos on Instagram! @sierralaibarnett
Blake Brewer (Ensemble) is a recent graduate from Syracuse University’s Musical Theatre program, hailing from Los Angeles, California. Regionally, Blake has been seen in Beauty and the Beast, Legally Blonde, Mamma Mia!, and The Drowsy Chaperone. Many thanks to God, RA Entertainment, and his family for their never-ending support. Instagram: @blakemaxwellbrewer.
Christopher Carl* (Julian Marsh) Christopher is so honored to be part of the REV’s opening production, post COVID lockdown. 42nd Street, which is truly a love song to Broadway itself, is an amazing way to raise the curtain for audiences and actors alike. Chris was last seen at the playhouse in the role of Emile Debeque in South Pacific. Auburn audiences might also have seen him as Fred Graham in Kiss Me Kate, Javert in Les Misérables, Roger Debris in The Producers and coincidentally as Julian Marsh in 42nd Street in 2011. Broadway credits include Mamma Mia!, South Pacific and Tarzan. He also played the title role in the off-Broadway production of Johnny Guitar. Welcome back to the theater! We’ve missed you!
Ryan Cody (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his Rev Theatre Company debut! SoCal credits: 42nd Street at 3DT and PVPA, Young Frankenstein at 3DT, MTW and PVPA, The Addams Family at 3DT, Funny Girl at 3DT, Singin’ in the Rain at MTW, and White Christmas at MTW; Disneyland Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood, Knott’s Berry Farm, The Honey Taps, Emmy Awards Governors’ Ball. He sends love and gratitude to family, friends, The Rev, and Go 2 Talent Agency! @ryancodytap
Bobby M. Davis (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his Rev debut in such a historic season! Past credits include the national tour of Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Musical, Holiday Inn, Bright Star (Daryl Ames), and Nice Work If You Can Get It (Cookie McGee). Thank you to everyone at The Rev for creating a safe space to bring back live theatre! IG: b0bbydavis
Nick Deapo (Oscar / Doc / Thug) is originally from Liverpool, NY. He holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Nazareth College with minors in Commercial Music and Entertainment Industry. Favorite roles performed include Moritz in Spring Awakening, George in Drowsy Chaperone, Buck in Bonnie and Clyde, Karno in Chaplin and Birdlace in Dogfight. When not on stage, you can find him writing music or fishing. Thanks to Brett and everyone at The REV for this opportunity. Love to parents, grandparents, and all family and friends. www.nicholasdeapo.com
Carlos Encinias* (Bert) is thrilled to be a part of the REV’s return to theatre! He is originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico and studied Theatre at BYU. Broadway: Les Misérables (Feuilly), Mamma Mia! (u/s Eddie/Father A), Scandalous (Ramon), Good Vibrations (u/s Jan/Class Pres.). Off-Broadway: Altar Boyz (Juan/Abe/Mark). Regional: Miss You Like Hell (Manuel) Olney Theatre, Evita (Che) Phoenix Theatre, Christmas Story (u/s Santa Claus) Papermill, world premiere of Vices: A Love Story (Man1) Caldwell Theatre Company, Cinderella (Prince) Sundance Theatre. He sends thanks to friends, familia and Joe, Luca and Marco. www.carlosLencinias.com.
Cynthia Ferrer* (Dorothy Brock) has played leading roles in over one-hundred musicals at major theaters across the country, including four National Tours. She has worked with and performed alongside Garry Marshall, Julia Roberts, Carol Burnett, Courtney Cox, Michael Feinstein, and the Nicholas Brothers. Cynthia appeared as Emily Hobbs at Madison Square Garden in Elf and can be heard on the original cast albums of Happy Day’s: A New Musical and Yankee Doodle Dandy. Film and Television: Ms. Ferrer appeared in Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Georgia Rule, Martial Law, Cougartown, Crossing Jordan, Port Charles, and General Hospital as Dr. Rachael Ryan.
Jenny Kay Hoffman (Phyllis) is ecstatic to be sharing this story on the east coast after recently completing a run in Southern California. Before the world stopped, Jenny could be found sailing around Europe as a lead soloist on Aida Cruiselines. Regional credits: Mary Poppins and Carousel with MTW, Beauty & the Beast (Silly Girl) with Candlelight Pavilion, Children of Eden (Snake/Storyteller), Damn Yankees, and The Little Mermaid with Cabrillo Music Theatre. She sends much love to her family and Nicole at FireStarter Entertainment! www.jennykayhoffman.com
Aliah James* (Lorraine) is ecstatic to be making her debut at The Rev Theatre performing 42nd Street! Hailing from Atlanta, she attributes her dance training to Point Park University: BFA, Modern Dance. National Tours: The Elf on the Shelf Christmas Tour, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Swing) Regional: Newsies, Mamma Mia!, Cabaret, After Midnight (Tap Captain/ Norwegian). She would like to thank her amazingly supportive family, friends, and mom for being a constant force in her life!
Erin Katzker (Mac) is thrilled to return to the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse stage. She was seen most recently in the REV’s production of Parade (Mrs. Phagan) and in Treasure Island (u/s Mary Hawkins). In addition to performing, Erin serves as The REV’s Educational Theatre Manager, ensuring thousands of students across Central & Western NY receive world class theatre experiences. Erin is originally from Olympia, WA and holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Syracuse University. “To Josh, Massimo, and Ada: you are my heart.”
Michael Marrero (Ensemble) is from Hamilton, NJ and is a senior acting major at Ithaca College. He is stoked to be able to perform live theatre again and so grateful to be here at The Rev. Special thanks to the cast, creative team, and most importantly his family @mmarrero828
Sami Murphy (Ensemble) has been performing worldwide as a dancer vocalist with Royal Caribbean Productions since her high school graduation in 2017. She is also a voice over artist for Fisher- Price’s web series called Mega Bloks™. Sami has performed in numerous productions near her hometown in northern NJ including Legally Blonde: The Musical (Serena), Cats (Bombalurina), and Seussical the Musical (Cat in the Hat). Her notable recent credits include the off-Broadway production of The Little Mermaid at The Players Theatre and Amazon Prime’s The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel in the upcoming season four. Sami is beyond thrilled to perform in her first regional theatre production at The Rev! She wants to thank her mom, dad, grandparents, family, friends, church, teachers, and everyone who believed that she could.
Jane Papageorge* (Anytime Annie) is tickled to be making her Rev debut as Anytime Annie. The So-Cal born UCLA grad has been truly bicoastal between Los Angeles and New York for the last few years. She has performed in HAIR and A Chorus Line at the Hollywood Bowl, appeared on General Hospital, and portrayed Princess Anna in Frozen Live at the Hyperion. Some favorite performances recently include Cabaret at The Gateway Playhouse and 3DTheatricals’ Spamalot. Unending love to her partner CJ Eldred and to you all for supporting live theater. IG @janepapageorge
Melissa Perry (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her Rev Theatre Company debut! Favorite credits include Saturday Night Fever at Engeman Theater, Mamma Mia! at Mill Mountain Theatre, Beauty and the Beast at The Palace NH, A Chorus Line at Compass Rose Theater, The Producers at Kavinoky Theatre, and Matilda at Engeman Theater. She holds degrees in both Music Theatre and Dance. Melissa thanks family and friends for their love and support. Special thanks to everyone at the The Rev Theatre Company! IG: @melissa.r.perry, www.MelissaPerry.net
Jaclyn Rahmlow (Ensemble) is excited to be making her Rev Theatre debut! Holding a BFA in musical theatre from SUNY Fredonia, select credits include Southern Colorado Rep’s Oklahoma! (Laurey), Prather entertainment’s Crazy for You (Mitzi), and Southern Colorado Rep’s Proof (Claire). Thanks to Brett and the entire creative team for safely bringing live theatre back! Love to David for all of his patience and positivity and mom and dad for their unending support!
Julio Rey* (Billy Lawlor) Julio is so excited to be returning to the Merry-Go-Round stage after a long covid break. He was last seen on this stage in the ensemble of Holiday Inn back in 2018. Julio is originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico and has a BFA in Musical Theatre from Penn State University. Some of his favorite theatre credits include Chino in West Side Story at Lyric Opera of Chicago, Last Days of Summer at George Street Playhouse, Slim in Oklahoma! at Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, Valentin in Kiss of the Spiderwoman at Penn State Centre Stage, and many others; you can even catch Julio on an episode in the upcoming season of Dickinson on AppleTV. The theatre community was hit very hard by this pandemic so Julio is extremely grateful for every one of you coming to see the show. KEEP SUPPORTING LIVE THEATRE!! In loving memory of Jean Paul. Instagram: @julio.iguana
Ryan Rodiño* (Ensemble, US Billy Lawlor) is overwhelmed with joy to be back on stage. Ryan has traveled the world with A Chorus Line on the US National Tour, Japan Tour, in China’s original company, and worked closely with Antonio Banderas prior to his Spanish-speaking production in Spain. NYC: Christmas on Broadway at the Beacon Theatre. Regional: Ogunquit Playhouse, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Gateway Playhouse, Engeman Theatre, Theatre by The Sea, Argyle Theatre. Montclair State University and Jimmy Awards alum. Thanks to Brett for this beautiful opportunity. @ryrodino
Soara-Joye Ross* (Maggie) was last onstage in New York City Center’s Promenade, & Carmen Jones at Classic Stage Company. Both performances received glowing reviews in the NYT with the latter garnering her a Lucille Lortel, “Outstanding Featured Actress“ award and nominations for a Drama Desk & an Audelco Award! Broadway: Les Misérables and Dance of the Vampires. Off-Broadway: Disenchanted at The Westside (Original Cast Album), Dessa Rose at Lincoln Center (Original Cast Album), Single Black Female at Playwrights Horizons (Colman Domingo), and Jerry Springer the Opera at Carnegie Hall. Nat’l Tours: Porgy and Bess; Smokey Joe’s Café with Gladys Knight. Regional: Anything Goes (Reno Sweeney) w/ co-star, Corbin Bleu at Arena Stage; Once on this Island (Pape Ge) at Actors Theatre of Louisville; Sister Act (Deloris Van Cartier) at Arkansas Rep; Nina Simone: Four Women (Sephronia) at Alabama Shakespeare. Film: Garden State. TV: Crashing (HBO), The Flight Attendant (HBO Max). Much gratitude to mom (keep whispering…), Gramps, DGRW and the one from whom all blessings flow. Soara-Joye.com IG: @SingingTelegramsBySoara
Jonalyn Saxer* (Peggy Sawyer) is thrilled to be back at The Rev after performing in 42nd Street here many years ago! Most recently Jonalyn has appeared as Karen Smith in the Mean Girls National tour, and will be seen in the upcoming West Side Story movie remake, directed by Steven Spielberg. Broadway credits include Mean Girls, Cats, Holiday Inn, Honeymoon in Vegas, and Bullets Over Broadway. Many thanks to Brett for this incredible opportunity to get back onstage after this truly crazy year, and always being such a huge support. Proud graduate of Syracuse University. @jksaxer
Austin Schulte (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his debut with The Rev Theatre Company. His most recent roles include Picasso at the Lapin Agile (Schmendiman) and West Side Story (A-Rab). He is going into his senior year at Point Park University to get a BFA in Musical Theatre with a double minor in dance and music. He hopes to become a choreographer someday and loves reading, cooking, and gardening.
Alex Smith (Ensemble) is so excited to be making his Rev Theatre debut! National Tour: Chicago the Musical (Ensemble, u/s Billy Flynn). Regional: Sweet Charity at Marriott Theatre. Education: Northwestern University; Interlochen. Thank you to the 42nd Street team, friends, teachers, and family.
Julia Springer (Ensemble) is beyond thrilled to be back on stage in such an iconic masterpiece of musical theatre! This past year has undeniably been trying for all, but it has urged us to not take anything we have for granted. This includes having the opportunity to dance, sing, perform on stage and share stories such as the one you will see today, which especially relatable to those artists who lost their jobs these past 15 months. What a gift it is to be back! Credits include Hamlet the Rock Musical at El Portal Theatre, Curious George at NSMT, Billy Elliot at Seacoast Rep. Theatre, A Christmas Carol at Central Square Theater, The Polar Express at Fillmore, CA to name a few. Julia would like to thank Brett and Jeff for this incredible opportunity, cast, company management, backstage crew, and her parents for their love and support. Let’s tap our troubles away!
Christopher Swan (Pat) is so grateful for the return of live theatre and to be making his Rev debut. His last appearance on stage was the premiere of the musical, The Little Match Girl at St. Lukes Theatre in NYC. National tour credits include A Christmas Story: The Musical, R&H Cinderella, My Fair Lady and Guys and Dolls. Regional favorites: Angels in America at Ark Rep, Rabbit Hole at Florida Rep, The Bridges of Madison County at P.O.T.S., and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels at TBTS.
Mark Woodard (Abner) could not be happier or more grateful to be returning to live theatre, making his REV Theatre debut in 42nd Street. This dedicated, talented, and hardworking company provides daily inspiration on why live performance is such an essential part of our cultural growth and expansion. He sends thanks to Brett for allowing him the honor to be a part of the REV’s 2021 triumphant return to live performance. Reunion. Recovery. Resilience. Indeed.
* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States
