Joshua Bernard (Richard) Josh is a senior and his fifth production with the Genesian Players.  He is very excited to be back for a new season with old and new friends. Josh has been in other Genesian productions such as Godspell (Josh), Rumors (Ernie), OKLAHOMA! (Ali Hakim), and The Real Inspector Hound (Moon). Josh would like to especially thank Mr. Borel for taking up the position of Genesians’ moderator and keeping this great tradition alive. Thank you to all who come and see the show, and to the cast, break a leg!

Emily Borne (Clarisse, Nov. 11, 13, 17, & 19) Emily is finally a senior and celebrating her 9th Genesian production! She has been involved with Genesians since 8th grade, and can’t believe this is her fifth and final year. Last season you may have caught her as Cynthia Muldoon in The Real Inspector Hound, Laurey Williams in the winter musical OKLAHOMA!, or Cassie Cooper in the fall comedy Rumors. When Emily isn’t acting or singing, she’s usually found hanging out with her hosses, playing the ukulele, or being a crazy cat lady. She would like to thank Mr. Matt for all of his hard work, and for making this production possible.

Samantha Eshleman (Angel, Nov. 17-20) Samantha is an sophomore at Cabrini High and her fourth play with the Rummel Genesian Players.   Last year she was in Rumors, OKLAHOMA!, and The Real Inspector Hound, and is excited to be working with everyone again.   She would like to welcome Mr. Matt back to Rummel as the new director and is happy she has the opportunity to work with him on this show.  Samantha would like to thank God, her parents, family and friends for all their support and encouraging her to follow her dreams.  Thanks to Emily for always giving her rides.  Special shout out to her fellow cast members, “Break a Leg!”

Courtney Giardina (Clarisse, Nov. 10, 12, 18, & 20) A freshman at Chapelle, Courtney made her Genesian debut last season in OKLAHOMA!. This past summer she performed with JPAS in Guys and Dolls.

Devyn Lambert (Angel, Nov. 10-13) Devyn is a junior at Chapelle and this is her second Genesian production. She thoroughly enjoyed being a part of the ensemble in OKLAHOMA! and spending time with all of her fellow Genesians. She is glad to be back in the Genesian Theater and looking forward to participating in future productions. At Chapelle, Devyn is also a member of Chorale, Showstoppers, NHS, Mu Alpha Theta and many other clubs. When she is not busy with activities at school, you can find her hanging out with her friends (who gave her the amazing nickname, “The Devynator”) or playing her guitar. Devyn would like to thank Mr. Matt Borel, the cast and crew, and all her family and friends. Hope you enjoy the show!

Kateri Leonard (Cheryl, Nov. 17-20) is a sophomore at Riverdale High School.  This is her second play with the Genesians but Kateri has been in other plays, The Misunderstanding, Egghead, The Troop de Jour, Don’t Drink the Water, The Trial of the Wicked Witch, The Real Inspector Hound and is more than excited to be apart of When You Comin’ Back, Red Ryder?.  She would like to extend special thanks Matt Borel for being an amazing director, Ceasar Rico, her family for their continuous support and prayers, and how could she forget all of her wonderful, amazing friends in the audience cheering her on? - especially Joelle Lorenzo, Katie Horchoff, and Michael Ceraso.  Last but not least, she would like to thank God for bringing her to where she is now and she hopes that you will enjoy the show!

Nick Matta (Lyle) Nick is junior and a part of the powerlifting team and the ping-pong club, his first play with the Genesians, and his first time on stage. He would like to thank his parents and fellow cast members for all the help and support he has received through this experience. He looks forward to being a part of future Genesian productions.

Abigail Ramirez (Cheryl, Nov. 10-13) This is Abigail’s first year as a Genesian but feels like she’s known this cast and crew forever.  She is a junior at Chapelle and also participates there in Advanced Chorus, Showstoppers, Track and Field, The Chipmunk Project, The Literary Club, and her church’s CYO. Currently she is working her way into the film and television industry and would like to thank Devyn for keeping her on time and her Mom for driving her to and from rehearsal.  She hopes you enjoy the show!

Gary Rhoden (Clark) Since 1974 this former Genesian Players’ president (and now fourth grade teacher in Jefferson Parish) has been seen on stage at the Contemporary Arts Center, Tulane Center Stage, The Eddie May Mysteries, and most recently, Le Petite Theatre’s production of Annie.  He and sends out a huge thank you to Lisa and Shannon for their support in juggling their schedules—love y’all-- and much love also goes to all Genesians, past, present and future.

Karl Schulze (Teddy) Red Ryder is Karl’s second show for the Genesian Players following his previous performance last year in OKLAHOMA!.  He is a junior and competes in Tennis, Track & Field, and is the Rummel mascot, Rufus Raider.  Karl is excited to return to the stage and hanging out with his friends as the crazy war veteran.

Matthew Stout (Stephen “Red” Ryder) is a senior at Archbishop Rummel and Red Ryder is his second performance as a Genesian. With his previous appearance as an ensemble member in OKLAHOMA!, Matthew is excited to take on the role of Stephen. He owes it all to Joshua Bernard for getting him out from behind his computer and getting him to audition last year, and has been grateful to him ever since. Matthew would like to thank his mother for all her support, his cast mates for being like family and just plain awesome, and especially Mr. Matt for making this whole production possible.