One Act Bios 2025 List
Julieta Quinteros Amat
(Hija in Dinner with the Parents) This is Julieta's first time back on a stage in over 5 years. Back for a second show with Dover Little Theatre, she has had a great time leading the team in these One Acts and couldn't be more grateful to her family and friends for their support.
Monica Amat
(Mom in Dinner with the Parents)This is Monica's theater debut and she couldn't be happier for it to be next to Julieta, her daughter on the stage and in real life. She would like to thank the Dover Little Theatre Board for this great opportunity, and, of course, to Julieta for supporting her crazy idea of being the Mom in her Spanish play.
Jeffrey Andrew
(Parker in Who Didn’t Dunnit, Calvin in Late-Life Safari) is grateful for the opportunity to work with the talented casts and production crew at Dover Little Theatre! He recently appeared with Fabulous Fred Fernandes in Brundage Park Playhouse’s “Fiddler on the Roof” and looks forward to future area productions. In addition to family, friends, and a variety of deities, Jeff would like to thank Batman because so few people do these days and it’s a shame.
Jason Cahill
(Bird2 in What Goes Up Must Come Down)
Trish Calhoun
(Shelia in Late-Life Safari) Trish is thrilled to be returning to DLT where she made her stage debut as Pat in Kinky Boots. Other productions include Angie in The Wedding Singer (Pax Amicus), and Helen in The Night of the Evil Living Dead (Pax Amicus). Trish extends her thanks to everyone at DLT for their consistent encouragement and for once again giving her such a wonderful opportunity and experience!
Concetta Cirigliano
(Actor 4 in First-Draft Second-Rate Love Story, Leslie in Late-Life Safari) Connie is excited to make her debut at the Dover Little Theatre, where she will appear as Leslie in Late Life Safari and as the mother in First Draft, Second-Rate Love Story.
Her screen credits include the TV drama series Bull, the vertical drama My Boss Was My Donor, and the Netflix documentary series The Mind of Aaron Hernandez. She recently appeared as a fighting pilgrim in the film Tates Parade and will be featured this October in the short horror film The Pizza Boy.
Perry Cirigliano
(Nigel in Who Didn’t Dunnit) Returns to Dover Little Theatre in the role of Nigel in Who Didn’t Dunnit. Perry played the part of Kenny in the DLT production of Neil Simon's Laughter on the 23rd floor in March of 2023. This NYC-based ensemble comedy was a great experience. Later in April of 24' Perry returned to the DLT. This time he played the part of Spike in Eric Bogosian's Talk Radio: A dark tale based on real events, with moments of humor . Also in 2024, Perry played the part of the father in the pilot "In the Industry". This was in a tv sitcom format and added some in front of camera experience. A fun experience indeed. 2024 He played the Part of Richard in The Great Jello revolt at the Deron Theater. A comedy about jello and revolution. Also playing in various episodes of Ask Larry and Perry a YouTube series which he created with Lawrence Shagawat. He is looking forward being active mainly on stage and focusing on comedies.
Kate Cummings
(Briana in Thank you, Ali Brunswick) is so excited to bring this remarkable show to life for a third time! Cummings is a singer/actor/dancer originally from the Shenandoah Valley Virginia. She holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan where she graduated in 2024. Kate’s credits include the 2024 Japan Tour of RENT (Alexi Darling), Regional Theatre: MAMMA MIA (Sophie) Philadelphia Orchestra: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Hodel). In 2024 Kate was awarded with the Actors' Equity/Alan Eisenberg Award from the University of Michigan Department of Musical Theatre, recognizing outstanding talent and career potential of a graduating senior. Kate is so thankful to Gabriella not only for her incredible friendship, but for bringing her along the journey of development of Thank You, Alli Brunswick. Love to Angel, Alex, and all the friends who have brought the show to life along the way!
Bailey Delahanty
(Director, What Goes Up Must Come Down) is thrilled to be making her directorial debut with Dover Little Theatre. Most of her experience is on stage having recently performed in DLT’s The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical as Annabeth Chase. Other past roles include Enid Hoopes in Legally Blonde (NSTC), Queen DeLuna in The Ghost Princess (Pax Amicus), Queen Cassiopeia in The Land of Forgotten Toys (The Growing Stage), Donna Sheridan in Mamma Mia (LVRHS), and Olive Ostrovsky in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (LVRHS). Bailey is a recent graduate of Centenary University with a bachelor's degree in business management and social media marketing. She is currently working as a real estate agent with RE/MAX Platinum Group in Sparta, NJ. She would like to thank Alexandria and Jason for making her first directing experience so amazing and Care for cheering her on.
Brendan Deneen
(Stuart in First-Draft Second-Rate Love Story) Brendan acted more-or-less non-stop from 1977 until 2000, when he finally retired (aka got a day job far too stressful and time-consuming to allow for acting). He pulled himself out of retirement in 2014 to perform THE TELL-TALE HEART for interAct Productions in South Orange before vanishing again until 2024, when he performed in a night of one-acts at The Barn in Montville. And now, he returns for the third time in twenty-three years, most likely to disappear again for who-knows how long. As an author, he's had sixteen books published, including works for Marvel, DC Comics, and in both the ALIEN and CONAN THE BARBARIAN universes.
Fred Fernandes
(Director, Late-Life Safari and Director, Charlie) + (Dad in Dinner with the Parent) Fred is excited for his first time directing! Previous acting credits include: Fiddler on the Roof (Rabbi), The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical (Mr. Brunner/Chiron), Kinky Boots (Mr Price/Ensemble), Pterodactyls (Arthur Duncan) and Talk Radio (Dan Woodruff). He can also be found playing bass guitar with his band, Stereo Junkies. He would also like to thank his wife Julie and children Halle and Jasper for all of their love and support!
Matthew Gamerdinger
(Marv in Broken Vessel, Actor 1 in First-Draft Second-Rate Love Story) This is Matthew’s first time working with Dover Little Theatre and is thrilled to be a part of these One Acts. He is a graduate of Loyola University Maryland with a Minor in Theatre and has loved learning more about North Jersey’s Community Theatre scene. He hopes you enjoy all of the incredible performances and shows!
Carolyn “Care” Granholm
(Director, Broken Vessel) Care is returning to the DLT stage as the director of Broken Vessel. Previously gracing this stage as Percy Jackson/Fight Choreographer, they also have performed in Matilda (Trunchbull), and Newsies (Crutchie), and are currently stage managing Harvey at SCCC. Offstage, they are a dedicated dog dad, graphic designer, and haunter of dreams. Care would like to thank the cast and crew for all their hard work, and hopes you enjoy the show!
Ian Hagen
(Rhoda in Broken Vessel, Kyle in Dinner with the Parents) is proud to be working with Dover Little Theatre again after being Toby in “Murder? Gurl, What A Drag!” in 2022. Ian is a Montville resident who has just received their BA in Visual Arts at Montclair State University.
Charlie Hudson
(Charlie in Charlie) This is Charlie's second show at Dover Little Theater, and is he is very excited to preform it for all of you. Previous roles include Shylock in Something Rotten!, Sydney in Curtains!, Dewey and in Legally Blonde and Medusa alongside other characters in Dover Little Theater's production of The Lightning Thief. Charlie is ready and raring to get on stage and embarrass himself for all of you tonight! Gas fire flames.
Angeleia “Angel” Ordoñez
(Lucy in Thank You Ali Brunswick) is grateful to revisit this incredible show! She was born and raised on the west side of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi and is a proud filipina! Angel is a University of Michigan BFA Musical Theatre graduate, class of 2024. Her credits include, upcoming THE HEART SELLERS (Luna), THE GREAT AMERICAN MOUSICAL directed by Julie Andrews and choreographed by Christopher Gatteli. Ultimately, she lives to encourage others, especially in theatre, and honors the Lord in all that she does. All the love to Gabbi and Kate for this gift of creating theatre together!
Gabriella Palminteri
(Writer and Director, Thank You Ali Brunswick) is a writer, actor, singer, and dancer based in Manhattan, New York. She recently graduated from the University of Michigan where she earned her BFA in musical Theatre!!! Gabriella has spent multiple summers training in Londan at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, extensively studying classical text, particularly Shakespeare. Recently, Gabriella has worked on the show “Blue Bloods” and was featured in the film “The Legend of Juan Jose Mundo” directed by Michael Walker.
Alexandria Pascucci
(Bird1 in What Goes Up Must Come Down, Christine in Who Didn’t Dunnit) is excited to be returning to Dover Little Theatre after playing Madam Beatrice in the Perry Award winning, Murder? Gurl, What A Drag! Alexandria has written, directed, and starred in the feature film, Infliction. She recently wrote and directed the short film, Unspoken Truths, and starred in the short film, Black Velveteen. Over the years, she has performed in stage productions throughout New Jersey and NYC. Alexandria also works as a model and dances for various projects. She is so thankful to her amazing directors and fellow actors who allow her to make these characters come to life.
Melissa Pascucci
(Actor2 in First-Draft Second-Rate Love Story, Violet in Charlie) is a full time Veterinarian who loves acting in her free time. She has performed in various theatrical productions over the past decade including the original play "Murder? Girl what a Drag” which won the NJACT Perry Award for best performance of an original production in 2022. She has also performed in the original plays “Pets” and “Sunny Side Up” and in productions of “The Gondoliers” and “Chess” among many others. She also enjoys acting in films and has acted in a feature length film as well as many short films. She also enjoys dancing on stage and playing guitar. Melissa is excited to be back at Dover Little Theater again.
Donald Pauselius
(Actor 3 in First-Draft Second-Rate Love Story, David in Charlie) has been active in community theatre all over the North Jersey area for his entire adult life, having played roles too countless to list. At Dover Little Theatre he has been seen in The Music Man as Ewart Dunlop (2016) The Addams Family as Mal Beineke (2018) which received a Perry Award Nomination for outstanding musical, and Harvey as Judge Omar Gaffney (2020), He supports his acting habit by working as an occupational therapist at a school for children with special needs in Jersey City. He is thrilled to be back near home at Dover Little Theatre for these one acts.
Victoria Ramsey
(Ruth in Who Didn't Dunnit, Jessica in Late Life Safari) This is Victoria’s second show with Dover Little Theatre. She was recently in DLT’s “The Lightning Thief” as Mr. D/Dionysus. Victoria is thrilled to be back in this wonderful theatre and hopes to perform again soon.
Bruce Sisler
(M.T. Vessel in Broken Vessel)
Maria Varela
(Marcy in Charlie) is excited to be making her Dover Little Theatre debut! Maria graduated with a BA in Theater Arts from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Maria has most recently been seen as Constance in Ride the Cyclone at North Star Theatre Company. Other notable credits include Firefly Chorus leader in El Malefició de la Mariposa at Hip Pocket Theatre and Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast at Fairleigh Dickinson Theatre. Maria would like to dedicate this performance to Bryan Gastulo, mi amor.
Dan Whitehead
(Director, First-Draft Second-Rate Love Story) is excited to be once again directing at Dover Little Theatre. In the past he’s had the privilege of directing two main stage shows (Laughter On The 23rd Floor, Talk Radio), and is excited to bring this fun new piece to life. Dan’s background is in film, and photography, and often brings his visual know how to the stage. Dan also currently serves on the board as the Marketing Chair, and is looking forward to bringing the 2025 to 2026 season to life.