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In the Unlikely Event of an Actual Emergency
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| CAST (click photos for larger images) |
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DOLORES AGUANNO
(Lucinda Murphy)
Dolores' passion for acting spans a decades long dabble in performance as well as over 30 years as a theater educator, starting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in New York teaching acting for teens, and then on to founding a musical theatre program for kids (7-!8) in Culver CIty, dee-Lightful Productions, where she has directed and produced over 100 show in the last 25 years. Dolores is deeply honored to be playing the role of Lucinda, based on the extraordinary life and spirit of Luchida Hurtado (Mullican), multi-faceted artist, mother and activist. "As I've researched and studied Luchida, I feel like I've found a friend in her...there's so much in her I admire and can relate to... I have been so inspired by this whole experience and grateful to John Mullican for the opportunity and the care he has shown for this production and everyone involved, to Rickie Peete for finding me and being a wonderful director, to Fran Montano for being a joy to work with on the same side of the stage! and to the whole cast and crew for their dedication, kindness, and friendship."
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STACY AUNG
(Flight Attendant/Panicked Woman/Phoebe)
Stacy Aung is a Los Angeles based actor born and raised in the city of Angels. She began her career in 2017 with an emphasis on film and television training. Since then, she has been in numerous horror and drama projects but wants to gain more experience in theater. Her upcoming projects include two horror films - one where she plays the protagonist and one, the antagonist - and a Disney Princess Live show. Stacy is represented by Ally Taylor Artists and Momentum Talent Agency.
IG: @stacyya
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JASON LEON-BAPTISTA
(Bill)
Jason Leon-Baptista makes his Los Angeles stage debut in the role of Bill in In the Unlikely Event of an Actual Emergency. He co-starred in the full-length feature film The Entice, had a featured role in the web series Mayflower, and has appeared on numerous television shows, including This Is Us, Grace and Frankie and The Big Bang Theory. Jason was also featured in a national TV, print and digital campaign based on his IRONMAN journey, which has earned more than 738 million impressions and aired more than 5,000 times. He has studied with the LA Actor’s Studio and Actor’s Workout Studio, and recently completed his first screenplay, Monty’s Last Act, which he co-wrote with his husband. Outside of acting, Jason holds an MBA in entrepreneurship; has run 10 marathons; and completed the IRONMAN in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. He strives to infuse the IRONMAN credo “Anything is Possible” into all aspects of his life.
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JOHN MULLICAN
(Arturo Murphy)
John Mullican is a graduate of Emerson College and has worked as a WGA writer, an actor, a studio advertising Creative Director, and an agency Art Director in Los Angeles for over 30 years.
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KATHERYN "KAT" PEÑA
(DJ)
“Kat” Peña is a Los Angeles based actress who was born and raised in the Mid-West. She began her acting career in Ohio but moved to LA in 2013. Since then, she’s been doing scene study and improv under the Meisner Technique. Recently, she received the ‘Best Actress’ award for a drama short she starred in.
IG @itskatpena”
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GLENN RATCLIFFE
(Liam)
Glenn was born in Scotland and later became a professional soccer player. He discovered acting and has been acting ever since. He has worked in theater, television and movies. He has written two screenplays and loves to collaborate with like minded people. Glenn will go the extra mile to make his performance exceptional.
Contact:
glennratcliffe@icloud.com
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AMONI WEST
(DJ and Stage Manager)
Amoni West, is an actress and singer/songwriter from Siloam Springs, Arkansas. She moved to Los Angeles to attend The American Academy of Dramatic Arts where she graduated in 2023. Amoni has been in various productions such as A Room with a View, Into the Woods, and The Odd Couple. While being in LA Amoni has explored various creative pursuits such as producing, writing, directing, and including stage managing the original workshop production of this play.
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| PRODUCTION STAFF (click photos for larger images) |
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FRITZ DAVIS
(Video Production Designer)
Fritz Davis is pleased to join the talented cast and crew of this production. A Philadelphia native, Fritz moved to Los Angeles in 2000 and began his career in the local 99 seat theatre scene. Over 20 years later with hundreds of productions to his credit, he is now a freelance theatrical designer and the owner of Davis Multimedia; an audio-visual staging company. Fritz’s multidisciplinary skill set includes theatrical video projection and sound design, as well videography, photography, editing, live audio and video mixing and foley arts He is also a certified FAA 107 drone pilot. Your questions and comments are most welcome at fritzdavisstagetech@gmail.com
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ANDREA MESHEL
(Producer)
Michelle “Andrea Meshel” Smith, a Kingston, Jamaica native, is a dynamic filmmaker, actress, and producer. Over the past eight years, she has written, directed, and produced several compelling projects, including the short films Descent,Second Chances, and Necrophilia, as well as co-producing the web series Real Life. She is currently producing television projects Sweating Sand and Sleeping With Strangers.
Beyond her artistic achievements, she is a passionate advocate for social justice, evident in her founding of the Pembroke Taparelli Arts and Film Festival. With a rich educational background, including a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Juris Doctorate, Smith continues to leave an indelible mark on both the artistic and social justice landscapes. I am super excited to return to the theater and to work with the amazing cast and crew of In The Unlikely Event of an Actual Emergency. Thank you Rickie Peete and John Mullican
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KIANA MOATTARI
(Choreographer)
Kiana Moattari is a Los Angeles-based actress, dancer, and choreographer. She has over 13 years of ballet training, starting her dance journey under the direction of Paulette Harwood, a former Radio City Music Hall ballerina, and has since trained with prominent choreographers in both NYC and LA in jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop. Outside of dance, she has worked on films, commercials, and theater as an actress. She is excited to work with this production's wonderful actors to bring their movement to life.
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CHRIS MOSCATIELLO
(Sound Designer)
Chris is an award-winning sound designer, composer, music editor and music director for theater, television and film. TV highlights include The Walking Dead, Eureka, Psych, Human Target, Caprica, The Cape and Trauma. He has scored series and specials for National Geographic and The Discovery Channel, as well as specials and promos for HBO, BBC, Animal Planet, MSNBC, ZDF Germany and The History Channel. Theater highlights include The Kennedy Center, The Smithsonian Institution, The Shakespeare Theatre, Signature Theatre, Roundhouse Theatre, Rogue Machine, Antaeus, A Noise Within, Skylight Theatre, The Fountain Theatre, Odyssey Theater, The Road Theatre, Pacific Resident Theater, and he served as assistant conductor for the national tour of The Phantom of the Opera.
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RICKIE PEETE
(Director)
Rickie Peete is a multifaceted talent in stage and screen, excelling as an actor, instructor, writer, and director. With a background as an acting coach at the esteemed Actors Workout Studio in North Hollywood, he now splits his time between Los Angeles, California, and Washington, DC. Hailing from Florida, Rickie honed his craft in the DMV region, earning a Master's degree from American University. Grateful for his collaborations, he cherishes his work with the dedicated team behind In the Unlikely Event of an Actual Emergency.
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STEVEN POPE
(Lighting Designer)
Steve Pope has served as the Technical Director for the Hudson Theatres since 1999. He also served as the Technical Director for the Steve Allen Theatre in Hollywood from 2004-2010. He has worked as a lighting designer and in tech capacities at venues across Los Angeles.
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