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ANGELS IN AMERICA
PART 2: PERESTROIKA
By Tony Kushner
Directed by Matthew Weil
Show Ran: June 6 - June 22, 2025
Winner of the 1993 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Winner of the 1993 Tony Award for Best Play. In the first part of Tony Kushner’s epic, set in 1980’s New York City, a gay man is abandoned by his lover when he contracts the AIDS virus, and a closeted Mormon lawyer’s marriage to his pill-popping wife stalls.
Other characters include the infamous McCarthy-ite lawyer Roy Cohn, Ethel Rosenberg, a former drag queen who works as a nurse, and an angel.“Daring and dazzling! The most ambitious American play of our time: an epic that ranges from earth to heaven; focuses on politics, sex and religion; transports us to Washington, the Kremlin, the South Bronx, Salt Lake City and Antarctica; deals with Jews, Mormons, WASPs, blacks; switches between realism and fantasy, from the tragedy of AIDS to the camp comedy of drag queens to the death or at least the absconding of God.” —Jack Kroll, Newsweek
The Cast:
Will Bryant: (Joe Pitt); Brian Gensel: (Prior Walter); Peter Herrick (Roy Cohn); Kacy Hofstetter: (The Angel); Lori Aleixo Howard: (Hannah Pitt); Dominic Santos: (Belize); MJ Santry: (Harper Pitt); Zach Taylor: (Louis Ironson)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company - 915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
JULIUS CAESAR
Directed by Peter Herrick & Brian Herrick
Show ran March 14- 30, 2025
“Beware the Ides of March!” One of Shakespeare’s most enduringly popular and influential works, JULIUS CAESAR is the ultimate story of political intrigue, ambition, betrayal, and the fall of the mighty Roman Republic. In the play, Brutus joins a conspiracy led by Cassius to assassinate emperor-ascendant Julius Caesar, striving to prevent him from becoming an absolute tyrant. After the deed is done, Caesar’s right-hand man Mark Antony stirs up public hostility against the conspirators, thrusting Rome into the throes of a dramatic civil war.
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company - 915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
LINKS
South Jersey Theatre Critics Review
NJ Arts TV; Interview with Directors 1 ; Interview with Directors 2
HAY FEVER
By NOËL COWARD
Directed by Bill Van HornI Played the role of David Bliss
The Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, PA
Show Ran -- February 11 – March 9
From Noël Coward, the master of witty comedy, HAY FEVER. Judith Bliss, the once glittering star of the London stage, is still enjoying life with more than a little high drama and the occasional big scene. To spice up her weekend, she invites a young suitor to join her in the country, but her novelist husband and two children also have the same idea, and their unassuming visitors are thrown into a living melodrama. Misjudged meetings, secret seductions and scandalous revelations run riot at the most outrageous of all house parties. This delightful comedy will have you sneezing with laughter!
THE CAST
Sorel Bliss: ANNA BAILEY
Sandy Tyrell: JARED CALHOUN
Jackie Coryton: ELLIE MOONEY
Myra Arundel: PATRICIA NOONAN
Clara: CHARLOTTE NORTHEAST
David Bliss: PETER HERRICK
Simon Bliss: BRANDON O’ROURKE
Judith Bliss: ALICIA ROPER
Richard Greatham: HARRY SMITH
The Walnut Street Theatre
ANGELS IN AMERICA
PART 1: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES
By Tony Kushner
Directed by Matthew Weil
Show ran -- January 10 - January 26, 2025
Winner of the 1993 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Winner of the 1993 Tony Award for Best Play. In the first part of Tony Kushner’s epic, set in 1980’s New York City, a gay man is abandoned by his lover when he contracts the AIDS virus, and a closeted Mormon lawyer’s marriage to his pill-popping wife stalls.
Other characters include the infamous McCarthy-ite lawyer Roy Cohn, Ethel Rosenberg, a former drag queen who works as a nurse, and an angel.“Daring and dazzling! The most ambitious American play of our time: an epic that ranges from earth to heaven; focuses on politics, sex and religion; transports us to Washington, the Kremlin, the South Bronx, Salt Lake City and Antarctica; deals with Jews, Mormons, WASPs, blacks; switches between realism and fantasy, from the tragedy of AIDS to the camp comedy of drag queens to the death or at least the absconding of God.” —Jack Kroll, Newsweek
The Cast:
Will Bryant: (Joe Pitt); Brian Gensel: (Prior Walter); Peter Herrick (Roy Cohn); Kacy Hofstetter: (The Angel); Lori Aleixo Howard: (Hannah Pitt); Dominic Santos: (Belize); MJ Santry: (Harper Pitt); Zach Taylor: (Louis Ironson)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company - 915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
Dracula
Dramatized by Hamilton Deane and John L. Balderston,
Directed by Bruce A. Curless
Assistant Director: Lori Aleixo-Howard
Show ran -- October 18 to November 3, 2024
This captivating adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic novel brings an exciting take on the legendary tale of the undead, promising a spine-tingling experience that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats. he story follows Lucy Seward, the daughter of a doctor who runs a sanitorium in rural England. When Lucy is mysteriously struck with a dangerous illness, Dr. Van Helsing, a renowned specialist, is called in. Van Helsing quickly deduces that Lucy has fallen victim to a vampire-a terrifying creature of the night that feeds on blood. As the search for the vampire deepens, the group discovers that the creature haunting Lucy is none other than Count Dracula himself, whose dark reign of terror must finally come to an end in a dramatic and inventive confrontation.
CAST:
Stephen Brandt (Dracula); Allie Coeby (Lucy); Chade Dannelly (Renfield); August Fen DeLuca (Mina); Adam Galloway (Harker); Peter Herrick (Van Helsing); Laura Mancano (Miss Wells); Nathan Quinn (Butterworth); Doug Suplee (Seward)
gint
From Henrik Ibsen's Peer Gynt
By Romulus Linney
Directed by Matthew Weil
Show ran: June 7 to June 23, 2024
Adapted from Henrik Ibsen’s Norwegian epic, PEER GYNT, Romulus Linney’s GINT unfolds like a strange dream, beginning with Pete Gint, a ragged young man in the Appalachian Mountains in 1917. Gint spends most of his time lying, drinking, and getting intro trouble, but he is determined to become “something great, grand, and glorious” – even if he’s unsure just what that is.
The Cast:
Dylan Corbett as Pete Gint; Marissa Wolf as Oldie Momma; MJ Santry as Sally Vicks
Peter Herrick (Older Man), Kacy Hofstetter (Older Woman), Adam Brooks, (Man), Noelle McLeer (Woman). Chase Dannelly (Younger Man); Emily Wick (Younger Woman)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company - 915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
MURDER ON THE NILE
By Agatha Christie
Directed by Bruce A. Curless
I played the role of Canon Ambrose Pennefather
Show ran: April 5 to April 21, 2024
Kay Ridgeway has led a charmed life. Blessed with beauty, enormouswealth, and a new husband, she embarks on a honeymoon voyage down the Nile, but fatal circumstances await when the idyllic surroundings are shattered by a brutal murder. Under scrutiny are a multitude of memorable passengers, all with a reason to kill. The tension and claustrophobia builds, as a shocking conspiracy is laid bare.
The Cast:
Peter Herrick (Canon Pennefather), Jennie Santiago (Jackie), Steven Brandt, (Simon)
Liz Mattera (Kay), Robert Repici (Smith), Ken Locicero (Dr. Bessner)
Sarah Spivack (Louise), Samantha Leah Smith (Christina), Jo Johnson (Mrs. Ffoloiot-Ffoulkes)
Drew Russell Duboff (The Steward)
Evan Hairstron (Beadseller #1/ McNaught); Zachary Palais (Beadseller #2/ Police Official)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company - 915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
By Edward Albee
I was the understudy for George
The Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, PA
Show ran January 9 - February 4, 2024
Edward Albee took the theatrical world by storm with this celebrated Tony Award-winning Best Play. George and Martha have invited the young and naive Nick and Honey over for a late-night party—and their lives will never be the same. A stunning portrait of two American marriages, you will never forget this explosively comedic and profound masterpiece. Edward Albee's WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? promises to be the most talked about play of the season!
Directed by: BERNARD HAVARD
Scenic Design: ROMAN TATAROWICZ; Costume Coordinator; NATALIA DE LA TORRE; Lighting Design: RYAN O’GARA; Sound Design: CHRISTOPHER COLUCCI; Wig Design: CLAIRE WAID; STAGE MANAGERS: MICHELE BEGLEY and ELIZABETH HAROIAN
THE CAST
Martha: SUSAN RILEY STEVENS
George: GREG WOOD
Nick: BRANDON O’ROURKE
Honey: ANNA D. BAILEY
UNDERSTUDIES
HEATHER PLANK (Martha)
PETER HERRICK (George)
TOM SCHMITT (Nick)
KATIE SAH (Honey)
ROCK OF AGES
Book by Chris D’Arienzo
Directed by Edwin “Rico” Santiago and Edward Doyle
Appeared as "Hertz"
Show ran September 8 – September 24, 2023
Sex, drugs, and rock and roll! These three things were the mantra of a generation, but will this rock ‘n’ roll fairy tale come to an end when a developer threatens to replace the legendary Bourbon Room with a capitalist strip mall? With music from Styx, Journey, Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, REO Speedwagon, and more, this show is sure to transport you directly back to the 1980s!
Cast:
Tommy Craig (Drew), Janie Hornstein (Sherrie), Rico Santiago (Lonny), Patrick Walsh (Dennis Dupree), April Johnson (Justice Charlier), Vinnie DiFillipo (Stacee Jaxx), Kim Whitehill (Regina), Brian Herrick (Franz Klinemann), Peter Herrick (Hertz Klinemann), Kristine Bonaventura (The Mayor), Liana Donato (Waitress #1), Anna Sanzone, (Constance Sack); Salma Elwy (Ensemble), Val Calderone (Ensemble), Joe Moshella (Joey Primo), Phillip Caracciolo (Ja'Keith), and Emily Gulden (Ensemble)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company - 915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
I HATE HAMLET
By Paul Rudnik
Directed by Bruce A. Curless
I played John Barrymore
The show ran June 9-25, 2023
Laughter, sword fights, and hijinks ensue in this classic comedy that follows successful television actor, Andrew Rally, as he struggles with taking on the dream role of HAMLET.
Dealing with a girlfriend who is keeping a firm grasp on her chastity, Andrew plays host to the ghost of John Barrymore, who, clothed as Hamlet, has returned to convince Rally to play the part!
Cast:
Joe Falcone (Andrew Rally)
Jennie Santiago (Deidre McDavey)
Susan Dewey (Lillian Troy)
Noelle McLeer (Felicia Dante)
Ryan Michael-Henzes (Gary Peter Lefkowitz)
Peter Herrick (John Barrymore)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company
915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
Presented in the 70-seat Black Box Space
HBO - May 2023
Directed by David Mandel
I played a Cosmos Club Member in Espisode 3 of 5. (Credited Co-star)
MACBETH
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Mary Martello
I played the roles of Duncan/The Doctor
The show ran: March 17 - April 2, 2023
Cast
Cassandra Alexander, Valleri Bowman, Liz Minder: (The Witches)
Steven R. Butler (Macbeth); Lisa Villamil (Lady Macbeth)
AJ Klein (MacDuff); Liz Mattera (Lady MacDuff)
Bobby Kramer (Banquo); Ilana Lo (Fleance/Young Seward/ Fight Captain)
Adam Brooks (Malcom); Peter Herrick (Duncan/The Doctor); MJ Santry (Ross); Alex Ross (Messenger/Seyton)
Dominic Ciarrocchi (Seargant/ Murderer/ Seward); Allyson Sands (Gentlewoman)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company
915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
CAMELOT
By Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe - Adapted by David Lee
Directed by Lori Aleixo-Howard - Musical Direction by Nicholas French
I played of King Arthur
The show ran: January 13 – January 29, 2023
Cast
Peter Herrick (Arthur)
Jennie Santiago (Guenevere)
AJ Klein (Lancelot)
Robert Repici (Young Arthur/ Mordred); Meg Bryan (Young Guenevere/ Lady Anne)
Brian Herrick (Sir Sagramore); Kristine Bonaventura (Sir Lionel); Zach Martin (Sir Dinadan)
Gavin Barden and Nicky Brown -- (Tom of Warwick)
Where: The Ritz Theatre Company
915 White Horse Pike Arts District - Haddon Township, NJ
THE SHADOW BOX
By Michael Christopher - (Pulitzer Prize)
Directed by Bill C. Fikaris
At Haddonfield Plays and Players
I played the role of Brian
The show ran: September 22 - October 1, 2022
CAST:
Cottage 1: Lori Aleixo-Howard (Maggie); John Nicodemo (Joe); Liam DiDonato (Steve)
Cottage 2: Peter Herrick (Brian); Brian Herrick (Mark); Kristine Bonaventura (Beverly)
Cottage 3: Susan Dewey (Felicity); Marissa Wolf (Agnes)
Interviewers; Phyllis Josephson, Susan Shilling-Ottenberg, Stephen Kreal, and Michael Oto
Where: Haddonfield Plays and Players
957 East Atlantic Avenue - Haddonfiled , NJ 08033
OTHELLO
by William Shakespeare
Directed by Beverly Bullock
I played Iago
Produced by: Beverly Bullock, Artistic Director - in association with Ron Scott and Joseph Small
CAST
Ron Scott (Othello); Cassandra Cloutier (Desdemona)Peter Herrick (Iago); Steven Eng (Rodergio); Alyson Reim (Emilia)
Akoni Steinman (Cassio); Joseph Small (Brabantio/Clown); John Montague (Montano)
Laura Dragomir (Bianca); Nicholas Stannard (Duke of Venice); Marie Sassi - (Gratiano)
THE DEUCE
Directed by Uta Briesewitz
I played Bradley, a Guest-Star role, in the show's first season.
Episode 5 - What Kind of Bad
BULL
Directed by Dennis Smith
I played a featured Juror #1 Co-Star role. Season 1, Episode 22
THE BLACKLIST
Directed by Michael Watkins
I played a Facilities Tech, a Co-Star role.
Season 4, Episode 8, pt 2 - "Dr. Adrian Shaw" 098. Mid-season Finale.
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PRODUCTION PHOTOS
ANGELS IN AMERICA PART II: PERESTROIKA
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JULIUS CAESAR
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PRODUCTION PHOTOS
HAY FEVER
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ANGELS IN AMERICA PART 1: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES
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PRODUCTION PHOTOS - DRACULA
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PRODUCTION PHOTOS - GINT
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PRODUCTION PHOTOS - MURDER ON THE NILE
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PRODUCTION PHOTOS - MACBETH
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