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PUNISH ME
CAST & CREW (click photos for larger images)
 MONIQUE SORGEN (Director) is a French American writer-director with a degree in theater from UCLA. She is a fellow in the Sony Directors Program, BlackMagic Collective, and in the Alliance of Women Directors’ Directing the Actor Lab. She directed award-winning comedy films Sorry, Not Sorry; Rock A Bye Baby; and Lying is Complicated, as well as award-winning drama Random Check and award-winning web-series Codependent Socks! — most of which she also wrote. She has worked as a screenwriter on both studio and independent projects, and is currently in post-production on the feature film One Day in Sedona, and on her Vertical Microdrama debut My Hot Ex-Boyfriend Moved Next Door.
CAST (click photos for larger images)
 MICHAEL DUKAKIS (Nick) is a highly trained and versatile actor and writer with 15 years of experience across film, television, and theater.

A graduate of the Greek Art Theatre with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, he further honed his craft at the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain, where he was admitted on scholarship as an exceptionally talented young performer. He later expanded his creative skill set by earning a writing certificate from UCLA.

As a writer, Michael has developed a distinctive voice, crafting plays and screenplays that confront significant societal issues. His work has earned notable acclaim, garnering 27 nominations and 15 wins at annual writing competitions. Among his most celebrated pieces is Punish Me, a play inspired by true events that delves into the complexities of toxic relationships, narcissism, and obsession.
DYLAN GRINER (Damon) is an Argentinian/American actor known for his versatility, depth, and grounded screen presence. Born in Bremen, Germany, and raised in the U.S., Griner brings an international perspective and emotional authenticity to every role he plays.

His recent credits include leading performances in Final Notice and 305/307, as well as supporting turns in Likeness, Cash Collectors, and Food Baby.

With a natural ability to inhabit complex, conflicted characters, Griner has built a reputation for emotionally charged portrayals that connect with audiences. His work spans independent features, festival shorts, and narrative projects that explore themes of identity, loyalty, and resilience.

A dedicated craftsman, Griner approaches each project with intensity and professionalism, earning the respect of directors and fellow actors alike. Dylan continues to expand his range through challenging dramatic material, character-driven storytelling and is very excited to bring PUNISH ME to life.
LIDIA PORTO (Carmen Diaz) was born in Barranquilla, Colombia, and moved to the United States at the age of three when her mom got a job at the University of Houston. Raised in both countries until the age of 14, Lidia eventually settled in Houston and became a staple of the local performing arts community, working in theatre, commercials, industrials and voiceover and accumulating credits in TV shows like Prison Break, Friday Night Lights and Walker, Texas Ranger, and films like Mike Judge’s Idiocracy and Extract.

In 2012 Lidia was cast as Maria in Malcolm D Lee’s Scary Movie 5, a project that brought her to Los Angeles and to acting full-time. Recent films include Horrible Bosses 2, Running Wild, Dope and Queenpins, as well as the title role in the short film Doris (2016) for which she won Best Actress at the Festival de Cine Social in Toledo, Spain and Nominated by the Official Latino Film Festival in New York City. She is best known as sexy mob boss Amara de Escalones in Get Shorty on Epix, and no nonsense nanny/housekeeper Lupe in Home Economics on ABC.
In 2019, the Gulf Coast Film and TV Festival awarded her it’s Lifetime Achievement Award and in 2022 she received the International Actor Award from the Bilingual International Film Festival.
BRIANNA BELL (Giselle) is an Ohio native whose credits include A Bronx Tale on Broadway (Denise u/s Jane), the first National Tour of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Swing), and the Flashdance National Tour (Kiki) — just to name a few.

She also toured internationally as a lead vocalist with Celebrity Cruises. On TV, Brianna guest-starred on Law & Order: SVU (Season 22) and was a Top 100 contestant on American Idol.
JAIDEN BLESSING (Shelly) is excited to make her debut at Hudson Theatre. A native of Utah, she is currently based in Los Angeles and feels honored to be part of this production. She is grateful for the opportunity to grow, create, and perform.

Jaiden sees theatre as a platform that empowers honesty, encourages bravery, and amplifies meaningful stories. Most importantly, it serves as a powerful reminder of our shared humanity and provides a space where no one has to feel alone.
ANURADHA SENEVIRATNE (Booker) also known as  Anuradha Senevi, is an American/Sri Lankan actor who is known for his appearances in TV shows, “A Grunt’s Life,” and “Little America”. He also appeared in award-winning short films like “A Life Well Lived” and “Lethologica”. Classically trained under Marc Marno and Harry Mastrogeorge, he garnered the nitty-gritty of the craft.
PETER NIKKOS (Father’s voice) recent theatre work includes a chameleon-like five-role performance in WOMEN OF ZALONGO, along with both Shakespeares' THE MERCHANT OF VENICE and OTHELLO, Chekhov's THE CHERRY ORCHARD and the award-winning musical THE REAL HOUSEKEEPERS OF STUDIO CITY which received "Best-of-Fringe" at the Los Angeles Fringe Festival. On-camera, he can be seen in EL CHUPACABRAS (Buffalo 8 Productions), DESERT DAWN (Al Bravo Films), RUTHLESS, BLACK WARRANT & BLOWBACK (Premiere Entertainment), FIRE BORN (Independent), LAST GIRL (Handshake Partners), ENCOUNTER (Amazon), THE LAST SHIP (TNT) and TIME TRAVELING BONG (Comedy Central). He’s represented internationally by The RAY Talent Agency, domestically by The AQUA Talent Agency and managed by BAC Talent Management. He thanks God, his Warrior-Queen wife and muse Eva Tingley, and storytellers like the indomitable Michael Dukakis for their brave and prescient art that is so desperately needed today and every day.
PRODUCTION STAFF (click photos for larger images)
 YIOTA PAMPALOU (Associate producer) is a graduate of Business Management and Administration from the University of Macedonia, Greece. Yiota’s enduring passion for arts and culture has shaped her diverse work within the creative field. She has contributed to numerous artistic projects through roles in PR, sponsorship development, media coverage, journalism, volunteering, and both production and co-production.
As our Associate Producer, Yiota brings a discerning eye and a heartfelt commitment to meaningful storytelling. Her vision and dedication have played a vital role in elevating @punishmeplay, infusing the project with depth, intention, and resonance. With @yiotapam on the team, our work becomes not only bolder—but unforgettable.
KATERINA DIMAKOPOULOU (Associate producer) is an enthusiastic Film Investor/Executive Producer of short and feature films, an actress and practicing Psychotherapist. She has sixteen years of experience in financing a Film Festival and discovering material for creative production.

She is also a psychotherapist in private practice for twenty years. Mainly interested in films exploring mental health issues, women’s issues, and reinvention.
DIEGO SALAZAR (Stage manager / assistant director) is a Mexico City–born, Los Angeles–based actor, stage manager, and creative producer. He has collaborated on theater and film projects in both the U.S. and Mexico, with recent credits including Rachel in LA, Witch, and Teras. Diego co-leads Punto Zero, a creative studio with a social perspective, and brings a bilingual, cross-cultural approach to storytelling and production.
PAUL YORKE (Music composer / sound designer) is a Los Angeles-based performer-composer and sound designer whose work blends live performance, composition, and immersive sound design across theater, film, and animation.
ANNIE REZNIK (Intimacy coordinator / actress) is an actress, singer, writer, director and intimacy coordinator from Los Angeles. She received her BFA in Acting from The Theatre School at DePaul University in Chicago and she also attended the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, where she majored in vocal performance, opera and musical theater. Since returning to Los Angeles, Annie has acted in numerous short films, feature films, web series and theatrical productions, while simultaneously working as an intimacy coordinator, production assistant and production coordinator for TV and film. Annie’s favorite roles have been Sue-icide in the Los Angeles workshop of new musical Home Street Home at Center Theatre Group, and most recently, Madge Thomas in Strife at Theatricum Botanicum for 6 months this past spring and summer.
KEN WERTHER (Press Representative | Ken Werther Publicity) KEN WERTHER PUBLICITY has been a staple in the Los Angeles performing arts community since 1982. Public relations, producing, directing. Producer: All Your Hard Work (Brimmer St. Theatre Company); The Good Boy (LATC); A Kind of Kind (Celebration Theatre @ Atwater Village Theatre); the Queer Classics productions of The Importance of Being Earnest and The Taming of the Shrew. Assistant director: Stop the World, I Want to Get Off (Musical Theatre Guild); The Women of Brewster Place (Celebration Theatre); The Woodsman (Coeurage Theatre Company).
GISELLE DALMAGE joins our production team as an avid lover of the performing arts. She has contributed to various productions in New York and LA and will be bringing her zeal and meticulous eye for detail to ensure a smooth run of show.
NICK LAMBROU (Visual Artist) is a filmmaker born and raised in Athens, Greece, now sharing his time between Los Angeles, and NYC.

Drawn to filmmaking and storytelling from an early age, he began creating YouTube videos and conceptual photoshoots. He earned a B.A. in Media Art Production from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts and gained industry experience through internships at BBDO, FilmNation Entertainment, AfterBuzz TV, and Feelgood Entertainment.

With a global perspective and a deep understanding of international audiences, Nick develops, writes, and produces projects for TV and Feature Films, crafting stories that transcend cultural boundaries.
STEVE POPE (Lighting designer)