Actors

Haleigh Acosta, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center in 2024, performs as Swing in A Christmas Carol 2024.

Samuel M. Acosta is an Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore his extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.

Guy Aiken, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Louis Altman, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center in 2024, performs as Swing in A Christmas Carol 2024.

Angelique Archer is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center.

THIS SEASON: Margaret in Much Ado About Nothing; Marcellus, Fortinbras, Player Queen in Hamlet; Caius Martius in Coriolanus

Lauren has been an actor at the American Shakespeare Center in 32 productions and is currently the Properties Master and Choreographer for the Summer/Fall Season.  She has a BA from …

Geoffrey Warren Barnes II is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.

THIS SEASON WITH ASC: Christmas Past, Mrs Fred, Little Cratchit

THIS SEASON: Dick Wilkins and Peter in A Christmas Carol

THIS SEASON: Actor in THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) [revised] (again)

Brandon Carter was the Artistic Director of the American Shakespeare Center from January 2022-March 2024.

Gray Casterline, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

THIS SEASON: Don John/Sexton in Much Ado About Nothing; Barnardo in Hamlet; Virgilia in Coriolanus

Lydia Sophia Christensen is a dynamic performer whose versatility and passion bring captivating characters to life at ASC and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Scrooge in A Christmas Carol 

THIS SEASON: Maria, Antonio, Valentine in Twelfth Night and Jean/ne 5, Aotourou, Jean/ne-as-Commerson in Thrive, Or What You Will

Madeleine Cook is a dynamic performer whose versatility and passion bring captivating characters to life at ASC and beyond.

Swing in A Christmas Carol 

THIS SEASON: Balthazar, u/s Juliet in Romeo and Juliet and Luciana in The Comedy of Errors

Maya Danks is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse.

THIS SEASON: Composer, Music Director

Carlyle DePriest, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Mercutio and Montague in Romeo and Juliet and Dromio of Ephesus in The Comedy of Errors; Fight Captain

Darin Earl is an Actor at the American Shakespeare Center.

Topher Embrey is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center. Explore his theater experience, education, and background.

Summer England is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.

Nick Ericksen is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton, VA.

THIS SEASON: Mark Antony in JULIUS CAESAR, Mrs. Bennet & Lady Catherine de Bourgh in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, Egeus & Flute in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Actor and Assistant Director of MFA Theatre at Randolph College, bringing depth to each role with experience in classic and contemporary theatre.

Leah Gabriel is an inspiring actor known for her powerful and authentic performances that connect deeply with audiences at ASC and beyond.

Komi M. Gbeblewou is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.

Tristan Rose Gillia is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.

Phoebe González is an accomplished actor with a background in acting, playwriting, and musical theatre. Credits span classic and contemporary roles.

THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow

Britt Michael Gordon is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center, appearing in classical and contemporary productions at the Blackfriars Playhouse.

THIS SEASON: Swing in Julius Caesar, Pride and Prejudice, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Corrie Green is an Actor and Dance Captain at the American Shakespeare Center and performs as Belle and Belinda in A Christmas Carol 2024.

Sara J. Griffin is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Fred, Young Scrooge, Christmas Future in A Christmas Carol

Meet Kevin Hammond, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.

THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow

Walker Hansen, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow for THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) [revised] (again)

THIS SEASON: Antonio/Verges in MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING; Claudius/Ghost in HAMLET; Junius Brutus in CORIOLANUS; Jacob Marley in A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Blake Henri is an accomplished actor who brings dynamic and captivating performances to ASC and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Borachio and Ursula in Much Ado About Nothing; Gertrude in Hamlet; Titus Lartius in Coriolanus; Mrs. Cratchit in A Christmas Carol

THIS SEASON: Actor in THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) [revised] (again)

Versatile actor with a B.F.A. from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Theatre credits include King Lear, Romeo and Juliet, and The Brothers Size.

Charlene Hong White is a versatile actor who delivers compelling and memorable performances at ASC and beyond.

Kenn Hopkins Jr. is an accomplished actor who has brought dynamic performances to ASC, regional theatres, and screen, with captivating roles.

Angela Iannone is a celebrated actor, known for her nuanced performances and captivating presence at ASC and beyond.

L James is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Don Pedro in Much Ado About Nothing; Reynaldo, Francisco in Hamlet; Young Martius in Coriolanus; Fred and Old Joee in A Christmas Carol

Meet Sophia Jane Kahn, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.

Andrew Steven Knight is a talented actor and educator whose dynamic performances and deep connection to Shakespearean theatre shine at ASC and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Bob Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Alisa Ledyard, Actor at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her theater experience, education, and background.

David Anthony Lewis is an accomplished Actor with over 70 professional theatre credits A Christmas Carol 2024 is his 36th production with ASC.

Sara Linares is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center, appearing in classical and contemporary productions at the Blackfriars Playhouse.

Raven Lorraine is a dynamic performer whose captivating talent and bold storytelling shine on the ASC stage and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Swing in A Christmas Carol

Susanna Lyne, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Oliver Chase Marten, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Molly Martinez-Collins is an accomplished actor who brings heartfelt performances to ASC and beyond.

Meet Siena Maxwell, Dramaturgy Fellow for the Spring 2026 TWELFTH NIGHT production at the American Shakespeare Center.

Justin McCombs is an Actor at the American Shakespeare Center. Explore his theater experience, education, and background.

Meet Kassidy McCormack, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.

Evin McQuistion, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Ronan Melomo is a versatile actor with a rich background in classical theatre, known for dynamic performances at the American Shakespeare Center.

Molly Minter is an Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

THIS SEASON: Ghost of Christmas Future, Young Scrooge – A Christmas Carol 

Kathleen Mitchell is a passionate performer whose compelling portrayals bring Shakespearean and contemporary characters to life at ASC and beyond.

Meet Bianca Moten, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.

Joe Mucciolo is a skilled actor known for his nuanced performances that bring timeless stories to life at ASC and beyond.

Hannah Nguyen, Actor at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her theater experience, education, and background.

Aidan O’Reilly is an actor and director with the American Shakespeare Center, known for his work on Shakespearean classics.

Meet Emily Oleson, movement consultant at the American Shakespeare Center.

Christopher Joel Onken is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center. Explore his theater experience, education, and background.

Jake Raiter is a passionate performer whose dynamic talent and love for storytelling bring Shakespearean & contemporary works to life at ASC & beyond.

Meet Joan Raube-Wilson, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.

Benjamin has been a resident company member with the American Shakespeare Center since 2014.

Kelsey Rich, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Jean Roche, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center in 2024, performs as Swing in A Christmas Carol 2024.

Isabel Lee Roden is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton, VA.

THIS SEASON: Hero in MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Hamlet in HAMLET, First Citizen in CORIOLANUS

Chloe Rogers, Actor at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her theater experience, education, and background.

THIS SEASON: Caska in Julius Caesar, Mary Bennet in Pride and Prejudice, Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Ronald Román-Meléndez is an accomplished actor with over 30 previous roles at the American Shakespeare Center.

Chris Rothbauer, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Sam Saint Ours is a talented actor and music director known for his dynamic performances and musical contributions at the American Shakespeare Center.

THIS SEASON: Soothsayer and Trebonius in Julius Caesar, Mr. Bingley in Pride and Prejudice, Lysander in A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Isabel Sanchez is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton, VA.

Christopher Seiler is a seasoned actor and musician whose performances embody transformation and connection, captivating audiences at ASC and beyond.

Petra Shearer is an Acting Fellow for THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) [revised] (again).

Katy Shinas is an Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.

Kyle Showalter is a versatile performer and theatre artist whose dynamic talent shines in productions at ASC and beyond.

Julia Sommer is a versatile performer and theatre artist whose dynamic talent shines in productions at ASC and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Miranda – The Tempest, Thaliard, Cerimon, Ensemble – Pericles, Miranda – Une Tempête

Austin Sweatman is a multifaceted theatre artist whose talents as a performer, director, and fight choreographer bring innovative storytelling to ASC

THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow

Becca Westbrook is a versatile performer and director whose passion for storytelling and Shakespearean theatre shines at ASC and beyond.

THIS SEASON: Lady Capulet in Romeo and Juliet and Balthazar, Courtesan, Jailer, Messenger in The Comedy of Errors; Dance Captain. 

THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow

THIS SEASON: Baptista and Peter in Taming of the Shrew, Duke Vincentio in Measure for Measure, Antonio and Verges in Much Ado About Nothing