Edward happily returns to STAGES where audiences may remember him as Jefferson in 1776 and Lancelot in CAMELOT. Tours include LES MISERABLES (Enjolras) and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS (Adam).  Edward has also been seen at New York City Opera, Goodspeed, Paper Mill, Theatre Under The Stars, and The 5th Avenue Theatre in such leading roles as Joe in THE MOST HAPPY FELLA, Captain Von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, the Beast and Gaston in Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Trevor Graydon in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, Frank Butler in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, and Harold Hill in THE MUSIC MAN.  Television credits include recurring roles on “The Sopranos” and “All My Children.” Proud member of AEA.

KATE FISHER (Sarah Brown)

Kate makes her STAGES debut this season.  Seen as Cosette in LES MISERABLES both on Broadway and with its National tour, Kate recently originated the role of Jo March in the 1st National tour of LITTLE WOMEN.  Favorite regional roles include Marian Paroo in THE MUSIC MAN (Kansas City Starlight), Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY (Helen Hayes Theatre Co., Syracuse Stage, and Arizona Theatre Co.), Clarissa Evers in UNLOCK’D (Chicago’s Ravinia Music Festival), Fiona in BRIGADOON (Maine State Music Theatre), Emma Carew in JEKYLL AND HYDE (MSMT and Arvada Center–Ovation nom.), Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Hangar Theatre), Bathsheba Everdene in FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD (NYMF), Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (MGMS), and THEY ALL LAUGHED (Goodspeed Opera House).  She can also be heard as the voice of Queen Marissa in the animated film BARBIE THE ISLAND PRINCESS.  Kate is originally from Denver and a Northwestern University grad. [TOP]

JULIE CARDIA (Miss Adelaide)

Julie is thrilled to be making her STAGES debut this summer. She toured nationally in THE WIZARD OF OZ, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and as Lily St. Regis in ANNIE which played Madison Square Garden starring Kathy Lee Gifford.  Recently, Julie was seen in IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE at Westchester Broadway Theatre.  Other regional work includes the Sacramento Music Circus productions of SHOWBOAT, MAME, THE MUSIC MAN, and MY FAIR LADY, HAIR at Theatre Under the Stars, THE WIZARD OF OZ at Kansas City Starlight and Pittsburgh CLO, TITANIC at Virginia Musical Theatre, DAMN YANKEES at Carousel Dinner Theatre, and BABES IN ARMS starring George Wendt at the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago.  www.juliecardia.com. [TOP]

EDWARD JUVIER (Nicely-Nicely Johnson)

Edward is thrilled to be back in St. Louis working with the amazing team at STAGES!  Returning for a 3rd season, he appeared last year as Marcellus Washburn in THE MUSIC MAN and was seen as Sancho Panza in MAN OF LA MANCHA.  As an actor, Ed has also appeared in both the National tour and Broadway production of LES MISERABLES.  New York credits include FANNY (York), TRIUMPH OF LOVE (Lincoln Center), and SMOKING BLOOMBERG (NYMTF), a production he also produced which won the “Best of Fest 2006” award.  Some favorite regional and stock credits include THE PRODUCERS (Max), …FORUM (Pseudolus), BAT BOY (Rick/Lorraine), and OKLAHOMA! (Jud).  Love and thanks to all family and friends for their endless support—especially Mom and Cristi.  Ed lives in Brooklyn. [TOP]

JOHN FLACK (Arvide Abernathy)

2009 marks John’s 19th season as an acting company member at STAGES.  When not at STAGES, he has performed at The Shakespeare Festival St. Louis, The Muny, The Black Rep, The New Jewish Theatre, The Arrow Rock Lyceum, and The Sheldon Concert Hall, among other theatres here and across the country.  He has been a proud member of Actors’ Equity for over twenty years.  John thanks you for your generous support of the lively arts in St. Louis.[TOP]

JASON CANNON (Lt. Brannigan/ Joey Biltmore)

Jason is glad to be back with STAGES where previous credits include STATE FAIR, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, and THE FULL MONTY.  Most recently, he appeared as La Hire/English Soldier in SAINT JOAN at The Rep, Master Page in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at Shakespeare Festival St. Louis, and

Father Flynn in DOUBT with Dramatic License Productions. Jason has received three Kevin Kline Award nominations (Outstanding Lead Actor, Director, and Lighting Design) for RiverCity Theatre’s production of HAMLET.  An Assistant Professor of Theatre at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, Jason is a proud member of Equity/AFTRA and lucky husband to Sarah.  [TOP]

PAUL PAGANO (Harry the Horse)

Paul is excited to return to STAGES after appearing in Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK last summer.  A proud member of Actors’ Equity Association, he has performed with the Guthrie Theatre, Children’s Theatre Company, Utah Shakespearean Festival, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, Mustard Seed Theatre, and many others.  Favorite roles include Frankie in FOREVER PLAID, Durdles in THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, and Sr. Amnesia in NUNSENSE A-MEN.  In addition to performing, Paul is an instructor at STAGES Performing Arts Academy.  Much love to his wife, Lori, and children, Xavier and Kalia. [TOP]

STEVE ISOM (Benny Southstreet)

Steve is very pleased to be returning for his 16th consecutive season at STAGES, where he has had the pleasure of playing a wide variety of roles ranging from Lank in CRAZY FOR YOU to Edward Rutledge in 1776 to Baloo in Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK to Herbie in GYPSY.  Steve has performed with many other St. Louis companies including The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Imaginary Theatre Company, New Jewish Theatre, HotCity Theatre, TNT, and Upstream Theater.  He is a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association, is prouder still of St. Louis’ vibrant and growing theatre scene, and most proud of all of his wonderful wife and daughter, Ellen and Abigail! [TOP]

HERSCHEL SPARBER (Big Jule)

Herschel is proud to make his STAGES debut this season. He has appeared on Broadway as Big Jule in GUYS AND DOLLS and Big Six in CITY OF ANGELS.  Regionally, he has worked at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles, the Sacramento Music Circus, Reprise at UCLA, the CLOs in Redondo Beach and Long Beach Ca, The Cleveland Playhouse, The Birmingham Theater, Kings County Shakespeare, and is a founding member of both Theaterwest of Los Gatos and Tennesee Rep.  Herschel is a proud member of Actors’ Equity. [TOP]

BECCA KLOHA (Agatha/ Doll)

Becca is thrilled to return to the STAGES family!  Regional Theater: LITTLE WOMEN (STAGES).  Tours: 42nd STREET (International Tour).  Favorite roles include Peggy Sawyer (42nd STREET), Chava (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF), Miss Dorothy (THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE), Nanette (NO, NO NANETTE!).  A proud graduate of Webster University, Becca thanks her family and Ryan for the unending love and support they have given her in so very many ways!  Jeremiah 29:11. [TOP]

MATHIAS ANDERSON (Brandy Bottle Bates/ Calvin)

Mathias makes his STAGES debut this season.  New York credits include SETH’S BROADWAY 101 (Actor’s Fund), THE PUBLIC SINGS! (Public Theatre), and EMPIRE–THE MUSICAL (Workshops, Stamford Center, Cast Recording).  Mathias has also toured with THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR. Regional credits include LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE (Guthrie Theater), CHICAGO (Pioneer Theater Company), PIPPIN (Arvada Center), CATS (Marriott Theater), AIDA (Gateway Playhouse), and Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (North Carolina Theater/Fox Theater).  Other regional credits include productions for the Weston Playhouse, Reagle Players, and Minnesota Repertory Theater.  Mathias has also done commercial work for E-Bay, Best Buy, and Benjamin Moore.  Thank you to the boys at The Mine & my family.  For KMD! [TOP]

ELLEN ISOM (Martha/ Doll)

Ellen is thrilled to return to STAGES for a 17th consecutive season where her favorite featured roles include Maggie Anderson in BRIGADOON, Fruma Sarah in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, and Woodstock in SNOOPY!!!  Ellen is incredibly proud to have appeared in the Ensemble of 38 productions at STAGES and cannot thank Michael and Jack enough for that privilege.  A proud graduate of Webster University, Ellen currently teaches for Webster University’s theatre and dance program.  She is also on faculty at Visitation Academy, On Your Toes Dance School, and STAGES Performing Arts Academy. Ellen sends love to her parents, her husband, Steve, and their fantastic daughter, Abigail.  She thanks you for being here and supporting the arts in St. Louis. [TOP]

ANDREW LEBON (Angie the Ox/ Hot Box MC)

Andrew is overjoyed to be back at STAGES where he was last seen in THE FULL MONTY.  Andrew appeared as Jud Fry on the National tour of OKLAHOMA! and his regional credits include THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (Trevor Graydon), CATS (Gus/Growltiger), GUYS AND DOLLS in Concert (Benny Southstreet), EVITA (Juan Peron), THE SECRET GARDEN (Neville Craven) and CABARET (Ernst).  Orchestral appearances include performances with both the Indianapolis Symphony and Cincinnati Pops.  Many thanks to my loving family! [TOP]

Michael is proud to be making his debut at STAGES.  Regional credits include THE PRODUCERS (Ensemble/Trustee) and MY ONE AND ONLY (Ensemble) at The Muny, KISS ME KATE (Ensemble/Haberdasher) at The Rep, and SHE LOVES ME (Arpad Lazslo), GODSPELL (Lead Performer), and JUNIE B. JONES (Meanie Jim/Grandpa) at Hope Summer Repertory Theatre.  In May, Michael received his BFA in Musical Theatre from Webster University where selected university credits include OKLAHOMA! (Will Parker), ANGELS IN AMERICA: MILLENIUM APPROACHES (Prior Walter), JACQUES BREL…(Lead Performer), and CABARET (Emcee).  Thanks to my family, friends, and teachers for all of their love and support!  Proud AEA Member! [TOP]

MICHAEL RAMEY (Society Max/ Havana Specialty)

Michael is thrilled to be performing at STAGES here in his hometown!  Off-Broadway and regional credits include ROADKILL: AND OTHER LOVE SONGS, Pepe in the 50th anniversary production of WEST SIDE STORY (5th Avenue Theatre), Gremio in KISS ME KATE (Sacramento Music Circus), Christmas Present cover in A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Alabama Shakespeare Festival), and the title role in JOSEPH…DREAMCOAT right here in St. Louis with the Bravo Theatre Group.  Michael is a proud member of AEA and graduate of AMDA.  Thanks, Mom and Dad for all your support and Nance St. James for being so patient with me.  Hi to Meggo and Lisa smells. [TOP]

LOIS ENDERS (Mimi/ Doll)

Lois is so happy to be returning for her 7th season at STAGES where she has appeared as Kristine in A CHORUS LINE and Bonnie Jean in BRIGADOON.  Other favorite STAGES productions include SWEET CHARITY, CAROUSEL, and ON THE TOWN.  Lois has also been seen on The Muny stage in productions of BRIGADOON, MY FAIR LADY, and OKLAHOMA!  Tour credits include THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR as a Rockette and Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS as assistant dance captain.  Lois is a graduate of Webster University and is a proud member of AEA and AGVA. [TOP]

Nathan is thrilled to be making his debut at STAGES in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE and GUYS AND DOLLS!  Previously, he has toured nationally with CHICAGO and the 25th Anniversary tour of CATS.  Some of his favorite regional productions include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, OKLAHOMA!, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, GODSPELL, and ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST. [TOP]

Andrew is ecstatic to be performing in his 1st season with STAGES!  He recently received his BFA in Musical Theatre from Southeast Missouri State University.  Favorite regional credits include BIG RIVER (Huck Finn), WEST SIDE STORY (Baby John), THE WIZARD OF OZ (Ensemble), MACBETH (Malcolm), and seven years at The Muny.  University credits include BIG RIVER (Huck), 42ND STREET (Billy Lawlor), ANGELS IN AMERICA (Joe Pitt), and THE 1940’S RADIO HOUR (Lou Cohn).  Thank you to everyone at STAGES for this great opportunity!  And as always, much love to family and friends for their unending support. [TOP]

Tara, a Kansas City native, is thrilled to be making her debut at STAGES!  Previous credits include the European tour of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, as well as GREASE (Marty), CATS (Rumpleteazer), and WEST SIDE STORY (Velma) at Theatre in the Park in Kansas.  Thank you to God and my parents for all their support.  Much love to family, friends, and Daniel. [TOP]

STEPHANIE CAPLIN (Doll)

Stephanie is thrilled to be making her STAGES debut!  Originally from St. Louis and a graduate of Washington University, Stephanie now resides in NYC.  Regional credits include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Chava/Grandma Tzeitel) and CABARET (Helga) at ColeBeanBay, and THE PRODUCERS (Usherette/Little Old Lady), NUNSENSE, and the regional premiere of GEPPETTO AND SON at The Barn Theatre. Local credits include WEST SIDE STORY (Rosalia) and HAIR (Mary Leata).  In New York, Stephanie has performed on “Good Morning, America,” “The Today Show,” and with A.H. Dance Company.  Television and film credits include “Law & Order: CI” and JUST MY LUCK.  Love and many thanks to my friends and family for their endless love and support.  Proud member of Actors’ Equity!  www.StephanieCaplin.com  [TOP]

Sarah is excited to be back in her hometown making her STAGES debut!  Some of her favorite regional credits include PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES (Prudy), HAIRSPRAY (Penny), THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (u/s Millie and Miss Dorothy), Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Dancing Plate), CINDERELLA (Cinderella), and THEY’RE PLAYING OUR SONG (Sonia).  A proud member of AEA, Sarah is also a singer/ songwriter who writes and performs her own music!  She would like to thank her family for their unending love and support. www.sarahnischwitz.com. [TOP]