Ragtime
April 5 – May 12, 2024
Set in early twentieth-century New York, three diverse American family tales are woven together. United by their courage, compassion, and belief in the promise of the future, they confront history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair.
Rated PG-13 for sensitive language and subject matter.
Approximate Run Time: 2 Hours and 45 Minutes
Ragtime
April 5 – May 12, 2024
Set in early twentieth-century New York, three diverse American family tales are woven together. United by their courage, compassion, and belief in the promise of the future, they confront history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair.
Rated PG-13 for sensitive language and subject matter.
Approximate Run Time: 2 Hours and 45 Minutes
Cella Berardi
Cella Berardi (Little Girl) is overjoyed to be part of Dutch Apple’s production of Ragtime. Cella, a sixth grader at Solvit Academy, began pursuing her passion for singing, dancing, and acting three years ago. She began her professional career in Miracle on 34th Street (Susan Walker) and The Little Mermaid (Leeward) with Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, as well as The Sound of Music (Marta von Trapp) with Servant Stage. Recently she performed in Home for the Holidays and The First Noel at The American Music Theatre. She continues to enjoy honing her skills through voice lessons with Mrs. Jo Abrom and participation in local theater camps. Cella is thankful for the ongoing support she receives from her family, her friends, those who have influenced her during her theater experiences, and is grateful for the gifts that God has given her.
K. Bernice
K. Bernice (Sarah) is happy to be back at Dutch Apple! A New Jersey native, K. Bernice is featured on the Original Cast Recordings of Heartbreak County (Jill) and Choose Love (TIGER). Regional credits: The Color Purple (Sofia), Escape to Margaritaville (Marley), TIGER (Reina/Music Director), Whispers of Jubilee (Aurway Rep. Theatre), Godspell (Lindsay). K. Bernice would like to thank her friends and family, especially her children, David and Cody Jr. for their love and support. She dedicates this performance in loving memory of her Grandmother, Bernice. TGBTGF! IG: @_kbernice ~ www.kbernice.com
Timothe Bittle
Timothe Bittle (Coalhouse Walker Jr.) is super excited to back at the DADT - his home away from home. Taking a little break from the road where he is serving as company manager for the National Tour of Hairspray the Musical. Originally from Randleman, NC he has been blessed to perform all around the United States, Canada, and Japan. Some of his favorite roles have been Mr. Henshaw in the National Tour of Finding Neverland, Billy Flynn in Chicago, Sebastian in The Little Mermaid, Lumière in Beauty and the Beast, Jim in Big River, Benny in In The Heights, and Curtis Jackson in Sister Act. Special thanks to his family for their love and support, always! @tlbittle
James Major Burns
James Major Burns (Ensemble/Coalhouse & Booker US) is stoked to return to the Dutch Apple stage. His performance credits include Buddy in Elf: The Musical, Mister in The Color Purple, Jimmy "Thunder" Early in Dreamgirls, Rum Tum Tugger in CATS, Nicely Nice in Guys and Dolls, The Leading Player in Pippin. His professional credits include Sebastian/King Triton US - Prather Productions (Dutch Apple), Ensemble in Rocktopia National Tour, Harpo in The Color Purple - Ephrata Performance Arts Center, Donkey in Shrek The Musical - La Comedia Dinner Theater. His film credits include Netflix’s Mind Hunters and a Holiday Disney Commercial. Visit www.jamesmajorburns.com for more info!
Tricia Corcoran
Tricia Corcoran (Emma Goldman/Ensemble) most recently seen as Sister Mary Theresa in Sister Act, feels humbled to bring Emma Goldman to this stage. Goldman, a Lithuanian-born anarchist revolutionary, political activist, and writer, championed free speech, birth control, women’s equality, workers’ rights, and free universal education regardless of race or gender. "The most violent element in society is ignorance." She was a passionate voice for women, workers, and immigrants. "When we can’t dream any longer we die." As always, love to Kylie and Quinn.
Alyssa Crook
Alyssa Crook (Female Swing) is very excited to join the cast of Ragtime! A graduate of Muhlenberg College, Alyssa was most recently seen in the Strasburg Railroad’s 2023 season as roles such as Rose Holt, Mary Farthing, Isabel Crane, and Bonnie Parker in Bonnie and Clyde. You can catch her this summer as a teacher for Broadway Bound, Dutch Apple’s summer camp! Thank you to everyone who made this possible, and enjoy the show! Insta: @_alyssacrook_
Sean Fleming
Sean Fleming (Ensemble/Father US) is thrilled to be joining the company at Dutch Apple. Hailing from Stow Ohio, he holds a BA in theatre performance from Kent State University. Recent credits include Galileo (We Will Rock You, Theatre Workshop of Nantucket), Galileo US/Ensemble (We Will Rock You, Royal Caribbean), Stacee Jaxx/Drew US (Rock of Ages, Engeman Theatre), Judas (Jesus Christ Superstar, Players Guild Theatre), Drew (Rock of Ages, Players Guild Theatre), Barrett (Titanic, Players Guild Theatre) Sean would like to thank his parents Conni & David for always supporting him, and his girlfriend Isha for being a constant joy and support in his life. All the best and no regrets!
Silas Frank
Silas Frank (Little Boy) is thrilled to join the cast of Ragtime with Dutch Apple. His favorite recent roles include Michael in Peter Pan (Fulton Theatre), Angel in Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Fulton Theatre), and Friedrich in The Sound of Music (Servant Stage). He also was Child 1/Ghost of Christmas Past in A Christmas Carol (Servant Stage), Tommy Boy in Newsies (Servant Stage), Young Charlie US in Kinky Boots (Fulton Theatre), and Kurt von Trapp US in The Sound of Music (Fulton Theatre). You might have seen him singing as part of Fulton Theatre’s 2023-2024 season reveal as Charlie in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory last May or in Fulton Theatre’s benefit concert of Ragtime. A Lancaster County native, Silas is an 8th grader at Stone Independent School, studying voice and piano with Caleb Heckman. Silas is so excited to be a part of this production and looks forward to his first show with the Dutch Apple. Silas thanks his family, his friends, and Dutch Apple for this opportunity!
Becca Goebel
Becca Goebel (Ensemble/Show Captain) is excited to return to the Dutch Apple stage for Ragtime. Other Dutch Apple credits include: Newsies, Elvis, Elf, Saturday Night Fever, and The Little Mermaid. Becca holds a degree in Musical Theater from Temple University. When she is not performing you can find her teaching locally. Website: www.becca-goebel.com
Christopher Hager
Christopher Hager (Father). Though this is his debut at Dutch Apple, this isn't the first time Christopher has performed in Lancaster, PA, nor with Prather. His first visit to Lancaster was back in 2019, when he performed with the cast of Jesus at Sight & Sound Theaters. After the year of 2020, Chris was welcomed to work with Broadway Palm Dinner Theater in FL in 2021, in the regional premiere of A Bronx Tale, Robin Hood, A Night on Broadway, and The Sound of Music. After a year with Round Barn Theater in Nappanee, IN in 2022, Christopher was cast in the National Tour of Fiddler on the Roof. Now, returning to Lancaster, he is performing the role of Father for a second time in Ragtime. This show is near and dear to his heart, for it is one of his first musicals. He personally wants to thank Possum Point Players and Players Guild of Canton who helped inspire Christopher toward his profession and what he loves, and he is thankful to Dutch Apple for this opportunity.
Burke Hutchinson
Burke Hutchinson (Ensemble/Younger Brother US) is an actor, musician, and filmmaker based in NYC and he is delighted to be making his Dutch Apple debut in Ragtime. Recently in the Lancaster area with Prima Theatre’s Illumination Holiday Concert. Off-Broadway: Pinkalicious the Musical (Vital Theatre Co.) Regional: Bright Star (Mill Mountain Theatre), Jersey Boys (Mill Mountain Theatre), We Will Rock You (Scranton Shakes), Love’s Labour's Lost (Scranton Shakes) Additional: Vincent (New York Theatre Festival), Jesus Christ Superstar (Strange Players). Burke holds a B.S. degree from Ithaca College. He is ever-grateful to work with such a wonderful company, and, as always, he would like to give extra special thanks to his friends, family, and partner. Instagram: @burkehutch ~ Website: burkehutchinson.com
Brodie Kennedy
Brodie Kennedy (Little Boy) started his career at the age of 4 doing small roles in television episodes. Most recently, his theatre roles have included Bruce in Matilda Jr. the Musical, Les in Disney's Newsies, Young Charlie in Kinky Boots, Tiny Tim/Young Scrooge in A Christmas Carol, Michael Hobbs in Elf: The Musical, Pugsley in The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy, Kurt von Trapp in The Sound of Music, and Kid Elvis in ELVIS: A Musical Revolution. He is so excited to be returning to the stage at Dutch Apple! Brodie would like to thank Lauren Sobon for inviting him to return and his family and friends for all of their support!
Kayla Klase
Kayla Klase (Ensemble/Mother US) is honored to be part of this beautifully poignant show. She was most recently seen at Dutch Apple in A Christmas Carol and Sister Act. Regional credits include: Big Fish (Jenny Hill), Amazing Grace (Mary Catlett), and Godspell (Anna Maria). All the love to Nolan, Shaun, and her family!
Carly Paige Lafferty
Carly Paige Lafferty (Evelyn Nesbit/Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her Dutch Apple debut as the girl on the swing! Some past credits include Cynthia Weil (Beautiful, Keystone Theatrics), Ensemble/Emma US (Jekyll & Hyde in Concert, Gretna Theatre), and Antonia (Man of La Mancha, Fulton Theatre). She'd like to thank Lauren, Josh, and the entire cast and crew at Dutch Apple for the opportunity to perform at a place that's so sentimental to her. Special thank you to Mom, Dad, Nik, Wendi, Haley and her friends and family for their constant love and support!
Victor Legarreta
Victor Legarreta (Grandfather/Ensemble) is so happy to be returning to the Dutch Apple stage! Audience might remember him as Beadle in A Christmas Carol, Brick in Escape to Margaritaville, Big Jule in Guys and Dolls, Pulitzer in Newsies, Hercule Poirot in Murder on the Orient Express, Dennis in Rock of Ages, Daddy Warbucks in Annie, Moonface Martin in Anything Goes, or numerous other shows he has starred in, written or directed here at DADT. Victor was also the Lion on the 2017/2018 national tour of The Wizard of Oz. Victor is also an accomplished chef. His spices are for sale in the gift shop. Follow him on insta @therealchefvic
Asia Littlejohn
Asia Littlejohn (Ensemble/Sarah US) is delighted to be making her debut at Dutch Apple. A few of her favorite credits include: Ms. Lynch in Grease the Musical (aboard Royal Caribbean), Nettie in The Color Purple Musical, and Dragon in Shrek the Musical (Fulton Theatre). Asia is grateful for the opportunity to continue do what she loves and bring joy into the world through her art!
Bobby Morrow
Bobby Morrow (Booker T. Washington/Ensemble) a South Carolina native and Alum of Manhattan School of Music Musical Theatre BM program. They are thrilled to be a part of Dutch Apple's production of Ragtime. This show holds a special place in their heart. Their previous credits include A Chorus Line as Richie at the Renaissance Performing Arts Center, Hello, Dolly! as Ensemble/Ambrose Kemper US, and many more. Bobby wants to thank the Dutch Apple team for this opportunity, their family and friends for the endless amount of love and support! Remember "Nothing to prove, only to share!" You can find Bobby on their socials: Instagram @Bobby.http and Tik-Tok @Theebobbymorrow for updates!
Shahmad Muhammad
Shahmad Muhammad (Ensemble) is excited to make his Dutch Apple debut! After graduating with a BFA in Acting at the University of Central Florida, he has went on to perform at various theme parks including Cedar Point, Carowinds, and Kings Dominion. Some of his past favorite theatre credits include: Brighton Beach Memoirs (Eugene), Shrek the Musical (Donkey), Sweat (Evan), Shipwrecked! (Player #2), and Sense and Sensibility (Gossip). Be sure to check him out on Instagram: @shahmadm_
Brad Myer
Brad Myer (Younger Brother) is thrilled to return for his third production at Dutch Apple! Brad holds a BFA in Musical Theatre, and recent credits include productions at The Fulton Theatre, American Music Theatre, Prima Theatre, Servant Stage, and more. Thanks to Lauren, Josh, and the entire Prather team for this opportunity and to his family and friends for their constant support. John 16:33 IG: @brad.myer
Damaria Quick
Damaria Quick (Ensemble/Sarah's Friend US) studied Music and Theatre at Lancaster Bible College. Her most current production include: Little Shop of Horrors as Crystal (Waterfront Playhouse Key West), Escape to Margaritaville (Circa ’21), Elvis: A Musical Revolution (Dutch Apple), The Color Purple (Ephrata Performing Arts) as Squeak. She has appeared on For My Man (TV ONE) as Antoinette Frank. Damaria has training in opera, gospel, musical theater, and jazz. She was trained in different acting techniques such as Shakespeare, Meisner, Chekhov, Stanislavski, and method acting. Much of her dance training came from Studio A and Alvin Ailey Dance Camp which she learned hip-hop, ballet, modern, jazz, tap, musical theater styles, stage combat and modeling. Her special skills include riffing, belting, dialects, and Krav Maga, looking forward to working with more theaters and film productions. Jeremiah 29:11.
Zachary Ryan
Zachary Ryan (Ensemble/Houdini US) is thrilled to join the company of Ragtime. Regional credits include Orlando (As You Like It), Bobby Child (Crazy for You), Cogsworth (Beauty and the Beast), and Joe (9 to 5). Many thanks to his lovely family for their relentless support. Psalm 33: 3-4; zacharymichaelryan.com
Alexander Rothfield
Alexander Rothfield (Tateh) is thrilled to be part of the cast and is so grateful to be telling this powerful story! A native of Maryland, Alexander is a proud graduate of Northwestern University. Regional: Side Show (White Plains Performing Arts Center), Sentimental Journey (Mountain Theatre Co), Murder Ballad (The Theater Barn), Pinkalicious (Marriott Theatre), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Music Theatre Works). Thanks to the incredible cast and crew, and love to family, Kelsey, and all the dogs in his life. Website: www.alexanderrothfield.com Instagram: @riffrothy
Ruthie Sangster
Ruthie Sangster (Mother) is so excited to make her Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre debut! She is a New York City based performer, but will always be a Kentucky girl at heart. Ruthie is a proud graduate of the University of Kentucky where she earned degrees in both Vocal Performance (B.M.) and Arts Administration (B.A.) Her recent credits include Maria Rainer in The Sound of Music, Betty Haynes in White Christmas, and Rose Smith in Meet Me In St. Louis at Myers Dinner Theatre, Martha Sowerby in The Secret Garden at Round Barn Theatre, and Ensemble/Elsa US in The Sound of Music with The Lexington Theatre Company. Much love and many thanks to her family, friends, and mentors for all of their support! www.ruthiesangster.com | @ruthielizabeth_ on Instagram
Brandon Alexander Shawl
Brandon Alexander Shawl (Male Swing) is so excited to return to Dutch Apple for Ragtime! Previous Dutch Apple credits include A Christmas Carol (Fred/Ensemble), Santa Claus (Choreographer/Henchy), Guys and Dolls (Choreographer/Onstage Swing/Show Captain), Newsies (Race/Show Captain), and Elf (Charlie/Ensemble/Buddy US). Other credits include The Sound of Music (Rolf:OCTC), Parade (Britt Craig/Dance Captain:Alluvion Stage), Newsies (Race/Assistant D.C.:Alluvion Stage), The Littlest Tree (Max/Vocal Captain: RWS/Hersheypark), and Big Top Dreams (Carl the Clown/Vocal Captain:RWS/Hersheypark). Brandon would like to thank his family for all their support through the years, his team at One Broadway Dance Academy for letting him chase his dreams while training the next generation of performers, his friends that daily cheer him on from all over the country, and God for each and every day and opportunity. www.bashawl.com
Isaiah Smith
Isaiah Smith (Coalhouse and Sarah's Child) is grateful to be in his first Dutch Apple production. Past credits include Ragtime and Jingle Bell Jukebox (Servant Stage) and Steven Courtney Concert (Creative Pursuits Studios). Isaiah is a proud yellow belt with Judo Center of Lancaster who also enjoys creating beats, singing, and watching movies with his family. Follow him & his family on Instagram @nixmythpodcast. Prov. 3:5-6
Craig Smith
Craig Smith (Ensemble/Grandfather US) is so excited to be performing in one of his favorite musicals - Ragtime. He saw the original Broadway Production and it has been engrained in his memory ever since. It’s an important and necessary piece of art for everyone to witness.
Isaiah Stoltzfus
Isaiah Stoltzfus (Coalhouse and Sarah's Child) is 13 years old and in 7th grade at Warwick Middle School. Isaiah is a triple threat, singing, acting, and dancing. After getting his start in acting as Winthrop in The Music Man at Warwick High School, he went on to perform in four additional shows in 2022 - Raisin in the Sun, James and the Giant Peach, Beauty and the Beast, and as little Michael Jackson for Motown. He auditioned on Broadway and was a finalist as little Michael Jackson for MJ the Musical. He was an understudy with Servant Stage's The Sound of Music as Kurt. Isaaiah performed the National Anthem for the Lancaster Barnstormers and Reading Phillies this past summer. Along with his love of theatre, Isaiah loves basketball, singing in the student band at church, and playing video games with his friends.
Vangeli Tsompanidis
Vangeli Tsompanidis (Harry Houdini/Ensemble/Tateh US) is a Greek and Puerto Rican actor based in NYC. Favorite credits include She Loves Me (Georg), The Fantasticks (Matt), Spelling Bee (Leaf), How to Succeed in Business (Finch), and Matilda (Mr. Wormwood). Recent graduate of Oklahoma City University! All the thanks and love to his amazing family, friends and teachers. Learn more at vangelitsompanidis.com
Megan Urz
Megan Urz (Ensemble/Evelyn Nesbit US) is thrilled to be returning to the Dutch Apple in this beautiful show. Some favorite theatre credits: A Christmas Carol the Musical, David (Sight and Sound Theatres), Miracle on 34th Street, Beauty and the Beast, The Wizard of Oz, and My Fair Lady. Hope you are so blessed by the show! ~2 Corinthians 5:21~
Briana VanVleet
Briana VanVleet (Sarah's Friend/Ensemble) is a lover of laughter and smiles and looks forward to continue putting smiles on people's faces with Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre. She is originally from Sothern Maryland, but calls the Lancaster area home. She has performed locally in Sight and Sound's Samson, Servant Stage's production of the Broadway musical The Civil War, Rock Around the Clock and their production of the Broadway musical Ragtime, as well as, Magic and Wonder Dinner Theatre’s Jukebox Jive. She hopes you enjoy watching the show as much as she enjoys performing it! "To everyone who sees the potential in me and continues to push me to reach my dreams, I love y'all." 1 Peter 4:10
Olivia Weber
Olivia Weber (Little Girl) is 7 years old and attends St. Leo the Great School. She recently performed in American Music Theatre’s Christmas Show and is so excited for her Dutch Apple debut! Olivia dances at Encore Dance Center and attends Broadway Bound at Dutch Apple in the summer. She would like to thank her family, her dance teachers and Ms. Lauren for their endless love and support. Extra love to her big sister, Caroline!
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