The Passion of Antígona Pérez: Headshots & Bios

Cast & Crew

Dani Vanasse

Dani Vanasse (Set Designer) is a current senior, and The Passion of Antigona Perez is her last production with UNCG before she graduates in May. Her previous designs include A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Sweat, and The Last Days of Judas Iscariot. She would like to thank Chip, Tannis, and Randy for being there to guide her these last four years, Grant for never backing down from a challenge, and also her family and friends for their endless support. Lastly, a huge thank you to Brandon for always sticking by her side, even if that means pulling an all-nighter to watch her draft.

Avery Daniels

Assistant Costume Designer

Victoria Hansley

Assistant Costume Designer

Emily Kohn

Hair & Makeup Designer

Mat Middleton

Lighting Designer

Rachel Lake

Rachel Lake (Projections Designer) is an MFA Design Candidate at UNCG School of Theatre. Previous Projections Design credits at UNCG include Flora & Ulysses. She was also the Lighting Designer for A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Peter and the Starcatcher, As You Like it by Shaina Taub, Roman Fever, MFA Blue (Incognito and Here We Go) and MFA Gold (Feeding the Moonfish and Arkansaw Bear). Her regional work includes Lighting Design for Lookingglass SummerGlass, Eclectic Full Contact Theatre, and Hell in a Handbag Productions. She also worked as an Assistant Lighting Designer at Goodman Theatre, American Blues Theatre, and Actor’s Express.

Helen Erikson

Sound Designer

Hanna Atkinson

Stage Manager

Courtney Swank

Assistant Stage Manager

Janine Lorenz

Assistant Stage Manager

Linden Clemens

Assistant Stage Manager

Jaylin Feliz

Jailyn Feliz is a senior at UNCG and will be graduating in May with her BA in Drama and Media Studies. She was previously seen as Mom in Dontrell, Who Kissed The Sea. Jailyn is very passionate about this story and excited to play the role of Antígona. Women like her exist all around the world. Wherever there is injustice, there are Antígona’s who will stop at nothing for peace. She’d like to thank her family and friends for their endless support and she hopes you all enjoy The Passion of Antígona Perez!

Keshia McLeod

Keshia (Aurora) is a first-year MFA Acting candidate. She is proud to be part of such a relevant and meaningful story such as The Passion of Antígona Pérez. She thanks the director, Robi, for his passion throughout the rehearsal process.

Daniel Stargel

Daniel E.K. Stargel (Creón) is a first-year MFA Acting candidate. Favorite regional credits include Adam/Noah, Children of Eden; Pharaoh, Joseph…Dreamcoat; Jerry, Full Monty; Emile de Becque, South Pacific; Squire Whiting, Have I Got a Girl for You; Dracula, Dracula (Dietz). He recently made his film debut as Charles Sumner in I Heard the Bells. His favorite roles are husband to Rachel and dad to Eliana, Uriah, Elaisa, Adaleah, and Amareya. This performance is dedicated to the memory of Adelina Rodriguez and Margarita Barbon, and to Cynthia Stargel. Thank you for passing on your light. I Peter 2:16-17

Brooklyn Levonas

Brooklynn Levonas (Pilar Varga) is a senior working towards her BA in Drama with a minor in Musical Theatre here at UNCG. She grew up performing in community and high school theatre performances. In her senior year, she directed her high school's production of Mamma Mia! and also played the role of Donna. This is her second year here at UNCG, and she plans to graduate in May of 2024. She is excited to be a part of such a powerful production with an exceptionally talented cast.

Spencer Hamilton

Spencer (Monseñor Escudero) is an Actor/ Educator originally from the Pacific Northwest. His past work has included working in the acting company of PCPATheatrefest in Santa Maria, CA, as a Tour Actor/Director with the Missoula Children’s Theatre, acting with Blue Gate Musicals Ohio Star Theatre in Amish Country Ohio, as well as teaching/ directing/ and acting with The Ross Ragland Theatre in Klamath Falls, OR. Most recently he worked as the Interim Education and Outreach Director with The Ross Ragland Theatre. As well as being an MFA Acting Candidate here at UNC-Greensboro; Spencer holds a BS in Arts and Humanities and a minor in Theatre Arts from Utah State Universities-Caine College of the Arts and a Two Year Professional Acting Certification from PCPA-Pacific Conservatory Theatre.

Lea Chicosky

Lea Chicosky (Irene) is a Junior BFA Acting major with a Musical Theatre minor at UNCG. Lea has performed in multiple shows such as UNCG’s production of Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party (Madeline U/S/Ensemble), as well as Peter and the Starcatcher (Mrs.Bumbrake). Lea has also performed at the Barn Dinner Theatre in their production of Groovin’ (Lead/Principle). Recently she can be seen in Happy People (Autumn), Sun Jar Productions newest feature film! Lea is so grateful to be a part of this production and to be able to help share the important message of this show.

Aiyana Radcliff

Aiyana Radcliff (Chorus) is excited to be a part of her first physical theatre experience in The Passion of Antígona Pérez! Aiyana is a current BFA Acting sophomore with a minor in Musical Theatre and is so grateful to be a part of a fun and collaborative process! She has recently been seen as Mustardseed in A Midsummer Night's Dream (UNCG) as well as Ted in Peter and the Starcatcher (UNCG). She would like to thank Robi for introducing her to such a powerful form of theatre as well as her friends and family for their love and support!

Anna Colvin

Anna Colvin (Chorus) Anna Colvin is a third-year double-major, pursuing a B.F.A. in acting, a B.A. in History, and a minor in musical theatre. She is a member of the Lloyd International Honors College, and is a trained dancer of 18 years. Past performances include “Margot” in Legally Blonde the Musical, with UNCSA’s Acting Out, “Fighting Prawn” in Peter and the Starcatcher, and “Jackie” in The Wild Party, both with UNCG. She is excited to collaborate with her faculty and peers on another production with the UNCG SOT, and thanks her family and friends for their support.

Brianna Hucke

Chorus

Henry Helms

Xavier Henry (Chorus) is a senior BFA actor on his way to graduation! This will be his seventh performance in college and he’s looking to go out with a bang! Being in this position has taught him the importance of bringing in your best for the collective. In order for the collective to work as a unit, everyone has to be putting the individual work in themselves. He is grateful for his time at UNCG, and hopes everyone will come and enjoy the show!

Jaden Rogers

Jaden Rogers (Chorus) was born in Wilson, North Carolina. He is a first year BFA acting major making his debut in UNCG’S mainstage productions. However, Jaden is not a stranger to the stage. He has appeared in a diverse range of both musicals and plays. Represented by KU Talent Agency, Jaden is excited to expand upon his artistry and share his talents with the world.

Jamarius Wall

Jamarius (Chorus/Soldier) is a senior at UNCG. He is a BA Drama major with a minor in African American studies. After college he plans to teach and become a mogul in the future. Jamarius also hopes to attend graduate school and get a degree in media marketing.

Kyla Dorsey

Kyla Dorsey (Chorus) is thrilled to be in the cast of Antígona, her first UNCG School of Theatre production! She is a senior working towards a BA in Drama and minor in Communication Studies. Kyla has been performing since age 8 as an actress, singer, dancer, and model. She has a passion for learning about and embracing the different cultures of the world, which makes serving as the SoT’s Scaffolding Change Committee undergraduate co-chair an amazing opportunity. Kyla wishes to produce and perform in pieces that promote social justice and multiculturalism after graduation.

Luis Macias

Luis (Chorus) is proud of being a part of The Passion of Antígona Pérez. Luis is thankful to the director, Robi, for all his efforts into creating such a mesmerizing show. Luis spent the early stages of his life in México, where corrupt power systems, oppression of civil liberties, and the constant danger of arbitrary shootouts permeate the daily lives of its citizens. He feels a deep connection to the themes of the show he hopes the audience resonates with. Luis feels the weight of the countless victims of organized crime and the effects of harmful, oppressive governments around the world, and he’s thankful he can be part of a show with a message as urgent as this one. As noble/delusional as it may sound, he hopes the audience finds catharsis like he found in being part of this Greek Chorus.

Luis is a first-year MFA Acting candidate set to graduate in May 2024. In his scarce off-time, Luis continues to experiment in film, photography, and writing. He has his sights set on creating his own film company in the near-future. He's thankful to his friends, family, and partner for their continued support.

McKenna Dvorak

McKenna Dvorak (Chorus) is a BFA acting sophomore. This is her third production at UNCG and she is extremely grateful and excited. She has played previous roles as Kristine Urich in A Chorus Line, Old Man Jenkins in Spongebob the Musical, and Oberon Fairy in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. She would like to thank everyone who has worked on this production for making it the beautiful show it is. She is ecstatic for everyone to experience this amazing show!

Melissa Lozada

Melissa Lozada (Chorus) (senior B.A. Psychology, Musical Theatre minor) is thrilled and grateful to be in her second production at UNCG. Previous roles include Oberon Fairy in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (UNCG Theatre), Sister Mary Robert in Sister Act (Matthews Playhouse), and Belle in Beauty and the Beast ( Porch Productions). She would like to thank the director for the opportunity to tell this story through this fantastic production, the compassionate cast and crew, and her loved ones for supporting her passions. Melissa hopes the audience enjoys the show and finds the spirit of Antigona in themselves and in the changemakers everywhere.

Monai Greene

Monai Greene (Chorus) is a senior BFA-Acting major. She hopes to pursue a career in the TV&Film industry. Her biggest dream is to be cast in a Marvel movie or TV series! She has loved working with this cast and being given the opportunity to bring Robi’s awesome vision to life.

Riley Simutami

Riley Simutami is thrilled to rediscover his passion for movement and dance through his role in the Chorus. Experimenting with new ways of movement throughout the show has given him a new perspective on acting and he is excited to show the results of this revelation. He hopes audiences will connect with the sense of perseverance and fight from Antígona.

Rose O'Malley

Rose O’Malley (Chorus) is a sophomore BFA Acting major here at The University of North Carolina Greensboro. She is very excited to have the opportunity to be in this beautiful show and share its story. Besides theatre at UNCG, she is also an active member in her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega. Last semester she was a part of UNCG’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Rose is thrilled for everyone to see all the amazing work that has gone into this production. She would like to thank her family, friends, and most importantly God for the endless support!

Sanchi Pandey

Sanchi Pandey (Chorus) is a sophomore BFA musical theatre major and she is so happy to be a part of The Passion of Antígona Pérez! She was previously seen as Mae in The WIld Party, and Mrs. Puff in Spongebob at UNCG. She is so grateful to have worked with this talented cast and crew, and wants to thank Robi, Maurice, and the production team for their hard work in creating this powerful show. She hopes you enjoy the show!