Created by Donald Rupe

Book/Music/Lyrics by Donald Rupe

Arrangements and Orchestrations by Jason M. Bailey

Co-Director: Nick Bazo

The Late Night Drag Exxxtravaganza Show Organized by Abby Cash, Galvin Baez, and Nick Bazo, with choreography led by Abby Cash in collaboration with the cast of performers.

Based on characters created in collaboration with the cast.

Welcome!

THE CAST OF THE OFFICE HOLIDAY PARTY MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA SHOW

THE CAST OF THE WINTER LATE NIGHT PARTY DRAG EXXXTRAVAGANZA SHOW

The Band

Music Director/Bass … Bryce Hayes

Guitar … Matt Lynx

Keys … Noah Baez & Alex LePlante

Drums … Chris Kampmeier

The Crew

Director/Creator … Donald Rupe

Arrangements and Orchestrations … Jason M. Bailey

Stage Manager … Jacob Lawhon

Original Scenic Design … Sarah Allen

Scenic Designers … Philip Lupo, Joey Coombs, Donald Rupe

Set Dressing … J. Marie Bailey, Bekah Lugo, others

Lead Carpenter/Construction … John Rawlins 

Assistant Carpenter … Bryan De Souza

Scenic Construction … David Dodgen, David Klein, Stephen Jones, Alex Lofton, Adonis Perez, Jose Rivera, Kennen Wedge

Sound Design … Nick Erickson 

More Sound Things … Bryce Hayes & Stephen Jones

Even More Sound & Tech Things … Chris Kampmeier

Lighting Designers … Philip Lupo, Ben Lowe

Assistant Lighting Designer … Kelsey Forero 

Electrics Leads … Kashime Joseph, Kelly Petrie 

Electrics Crew … Brea Denno, Aaron Frank, Ally Richard, Ryan Soud

Head Costume Design … J.Marie Bailey 

Assistant Costume Design … David Charon

Paint Lead … Joey Coombs

Paint Team … Cali DeArmas, Judelyn Dixon, Ronald Jones, Stephen Jones, Bekah Lugo, Reed Rockefeller, Randi Skorupski, Johnny Rodriguez

Late Night Exxtravaganza Coordinators … Abby Cash, Nick Bazo, Galvin Baez

Graphic Design/Program Design … Landon St. Gordon

Production Photos … Andrew Tolbert

Bar Staff … Devin Skorupski, Adam Ledo, Jullien Aponte, JMarie Bailey, Isabel Bernal, Dan Hooley, Dee Quintero, Rachel Ihasz, Bryan De Souza

Security … Alex Lofton, Bryan De Souza

Front Of House Team … Nick Bazo, Grace Boynton, David Dodgen,Rachel Ihasz, Reed Rockefeller

Renaissance Theatre Company
Staff

(we don’t really do titles)

The One In Charge … Donald Rupe

The One Who Does A Lot of Admin/Computer/Owner of the Building/Misc. … Chris Kampmeier

The Box Office/RENtals/Production Lady … Rebekah Lugo

The Set Guy … John Rawlins

The House Manager/Costume Lady … J. Marie Bailey

The Social Media/Marketing Wonder … Abby Cash

Fundraiser Actor Writer Guy ... Adonis Perez Escobar

The Payroll/Money Guy who Bartends Sometimes … Adam Ledo

Musical Mondays/Events/Resident Actor … Blake Aburn

The Booking Woman ... Kayla Kelsay Morales

The Bar Guy … Devin Skorupski

The Lighting (and now apparently set) King … Philip Lupo

The Guy who keeps the Lights Turning On … Kashime Joseph

The Graphic Design Guy … Landon St. Gordon

The What Needs Done Woman … Kendall Leamy

The Paint Guy … Joey Coombs

Assistant Set Guy … Bryan De Souza

The One Who Cleans and Paints Things … Reed Rockefeller

The Fringe And Ren Fair Guy … Nick Bazo

The Sound Guys … Nick Erickson & Bryce Hayes

The Drag Bassador/Content Creator … Galvin Baez

Some Video Things … Brandon Munoz Dominguez

Renaissance Theatre Company
Board of Directors

Debbie Fahmie, Chris Kampmeier, Rebekah Lugo, Donald Rupe, Jake Teixeira, Madison Gomez Teixeira

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Donald Rupe
Co-Founder of Renaissance Theatre Company
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Meet the Cast

 

Jax  is a musical theatre graduate with a minor in dance from the University of Central Florida. They just finished choreographing Theatre UCF’s Spring production of Bright Star and you can find them on HBO Max WE’RE HERE as well as past productions of Guys and Dolls and Bodyguard the Musical. They debuted on the Ren stage in 54, and just completed their first Nosferatu. They are so thankful for this amazing opportunity to work with so many talented and beautiful humans. If you ever are looking for a gay best friend/stylist, you can find them on instagram @jaxona_lee

 
 
 

V is a drag queen known for her campy humor, charisma, and charm. She came to the Ren Theatre as a frequent performer for the weekly OTR drag show after winning the title of MX OTR 2021 and just can't stop coming back! As the newest cast member of the monthly Doll Days Brunch, she proudly represents her trans & latinx intersectionality with her performance style, aesthetics, and attitude on and off stage. She would love the world to know that she values her supportive friends, loving family, harsher punishments for parole violators… and world peace. 

All social media handles are @missvgina (cashapp and venmo too bookie <3)

 
 
 

Blake Aburn (Finnegan Freeman) is filled to the brim with… holiday joy to be back with this zany group at the Office Holiday Party. Blake is returning for his 3rd year and he couldn’t be happier to be paired yet again with his real life bestie, Michelle Coben, as his beautiful wife and partner for life, Faith Freeman. He was last seen in Nosf3ratu as the host of ceremonies, flying 20 feet in the air. Blake is a founding member of The Ren's staff and is the creator/host of Musical Mondays, a weekly musical theater open mic featuring special guests from the Orlando theater community and performances from local Orlando shows. Musical Mondays was recently named Best Piano Bar in Orlando by the Orlando Weekly staff and was voted 3rd Best Open Mic in Orlando by its readers! Blake and Michelle are also the hosts of The Winter Late Night Party Drag Exxxtravaganza Show, happening on select nights of the run, check and see if you can add it on to your ticket! Blake sends endless love to his Devin and kitties. Amen! 

 
 
 

Galvin Baez (Kyle) is very excited to be back on the stage and out from behind the DJ booth at the Renaissance Theatre while making his second appearance as Kyle. You would have first seen him in The Funeral Office Party Musical Extravaganza Show during this year’s Fringe Festival.  He has been with the Ren for nearly 2 years. He is one of The Ren’s content creators and is the only one qualified to wrangle all the drag queens in the building. Most Recent credits: DJ Galvin Groove in 54, DJ Galvin Ghoul in VBar

 
 
 

Allegra D Black 

 
 
 

Amal Bryson raised on St. Croix, USVI for most of his early life, Amal Bryson had the chance to train with Music In Motion and travel to places such as Denmark, Canada, and different states to perform, workshop and increase his skill. He has now been featured in films like Harriet and tv shows like HBO Max’s We’re Here. Bryson currently works for one of the best theme parks in the world, Universal Studios, while simultaneously possessing three published books, teaching his own contemporary classes at Exchange Dance Academy and most recently performing in The Renaissance Theatre’s Nosferatu

 
 
 

Kyle Bumphus hails from America's finest city, San Diego and now resides in the City Beautiful! From hanging out down on Lenox Ave, grooving at 54, then joining the vamps of Nosferatu, he’s excited to celebrate the holidays with The Winter Late Night Party Drag Exxxtravaganza Show! Kyle is thankful to the Kelsay and Morales company for always trusting him and to the folks he happily calls family at the Ren for bringing him back home. To his forever supportive family and friends: thank you. Love is love is love! 

@kbump88

 
 
 

Jazlyn Caing, born and raised from Orlando,  Florida, works to fulfill the highest expression of herself as a human being and an artist. Jazlyn studied and competed in all genres of dance at various studios in the Orlando areas. In 2015, Jazlyn then moved to NYC to study at the The Joffrey Ballet School for their Jazz and Contemporary Trainee program as one of the top students in her division, where she experienced composition and concert work. After moving back to Florida, she started teaching and choreography for competition dancers specializing in jazz, contemporary, improv and stretch/conditioning. Recently, she set the first contemporary/lyrical routine for the Area team; Orlando Predators Dancers. As well as creating and designing costume concepts. Moreover, Jazlyn has performed for Orlando FRINGE Festival with a professional dance company called VarieTEASE. Her most recent productions include 54 & Nosferatu at The Renaissance Theatre Company, based in Orlando FL. She has experienced other entertainment/ choreography performance opportunities such as free lance gig work through Metropolis Productions based out of Orlando. As well as being a professional dancer, she holds the title of Dance Captain while dancing in parades and shows for major entertainment companies such as Universal Studios & SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.

 
 
 

Abby Cash (Chastitty Belt) is a Dance Performance graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma. She has had the privilege of traveling the world onboard with Norwegian Cruise line Holdings as a Production Dancer and Virgin Voyages as a Happenings cast member. After moving to Orlando, Abby immersed herself in the theme park world performing at Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Seaworld Orlando while performing with Crawford Jazz Project directed by Carrie Crawford. Abby has found a home at The Ren dancing in the opening cast of Nosferatu, The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza Show, and Lenox Ave. She’s excited to continue performing with the company as well as being a staff member. 

 
 
 

Coco Cavalli has been performing in Orlando’s drag scene for nearly 6 years. She got her start in Deland and had been performing in Orlando on a weekly basis since 2021. She is one of the original members of the Ren’s Off the Record Wednesdays and Doll Days Sundays. She is thrilled to be a part of her third production at the Ren. You may have seen her in the most recent shows, 54 and VBar. 

 
 
 

Shane Loftus better known as Shané Turn Cavalli from the house of Cavalli. They have been performing since they were 4 years old. Shané grew up in NYC training at Broadway Dance Center in Manhattan. They moved to Orlando in 2018 and started performing in the shows and parades at Walt Disney World and seasonally at Universal Studios. Shané started drag in 2020 and has been pursuing drag since then. She was recently seen in Renaissance Theatre Company’s 54. She continues to grow and evolve within her drag career, and is excited to see what the future holds. 

 
 
 

Camryn Chriboga (Amber the Intern) she/her is excited and a little scared to be a part of The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza for the second time. You may have previously seen her in the award winning The Office Funeral Party Musical Extravaganza at the Fringe Festival or in The Great American Trailer Park musical at Theatre West End. Camryn is happy to spend the holidays with the Ren family and is grateful to be a part of a space that supports all people. Camryn would like to thank the people in her life that support her passions and love her despite her personality. Enjoy the show and Happy Holidays! Insta: camrynrosec 

 
 
 

Michelle Coben (Faith Freeman)  is feeling blessed (and highly favored) to be back at the office for another party! There is truly no better way to spend the holiday season. Michelle prides herself in being absolutely hysterical, wonderfully fashionable, and extremely memorable in program bios.  Some favorite credits include Molly in Peter in the Starcatcher, Nemo in Finding Nemo the Musical, and Peter in Peter Pan. Special thanks to Donald and Chris for bringing together this hilarious group of people, and making the Ren our home for the holidays (well, and the non-holidays). Michelle sends lots of love to Rob, her friends and fam, and to her onstage hubby and offstage partner for life, Blake.  Couldn’t do it without you baby!  Enjoy the show, and welcome back to the office y’all!! @michellecoben 

 
 
 

Greg Coleman (Timmy) is very excited and grateful to be a part of his first show here at the Ren! Greg currently is a professional improviser at SAK Comedy Lab and performs at Universal Studios. He also frequently performs at various theaters around Central Florida such as the Orlando Family Stage. Other favorite credits include: Hysterium in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Nigel Bottom in Something Rotten, Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors, Adam in Complete Works of Shakespeare: Abridged, Prince Herbert in Month Python’s Spamalot. Thanks to Donald and the Ren for this wonderful opportunity! Much love to Dave and his parents for their support and inspiration. 

 
 
 

Kristie Geng (Deborah) Past Orlando Credits include The Renaissance Theatre Company: The Office Holiday/Funeral Party Musical Extravaganza Show (Deborah) Gorgeous (Becky Buckley) Celebration Theatre Company: RENT (Maureen), Bonnie and Clyde (Blanche Barrow), Heathers (Heather Chandler). Osceola Arts: PIPPIN (King Charlemagne). Little Radicals Theatre Company: Rocky Horror Picture Show (Janet). Florida Theatrical Association: ASSASSINS (Squeaky Fromme). Theatre South: Nunsense (Sister Mary Leo). Garden Theatre: 1984 (Julia). Redfish Theatre Company: Midsummer Nights Dream (Helena). Walt Disney World Resort Actor 2011-2020. BFA Musical Theatre Five Towns College 2009. Long Island High School of the Arts 2004. Single. Mother of Eevee, the best little dog. 

 
 
 

Cherry Gonzalez (Karen) is ecstatic to be back at the Ren for the Holidays! You may recognize Cherry as a performer around Orlando, most recently in 54 as a singer here at Renaissance Theatre Co. Other credits include: Lucille Frank (Garden Theatre, Parade), Daniela (In The Heights, Theater West End), Mother Abbess (The Sound of Music, Theatre South), Rosalia/Maria US (West Side Story, Celebration Theatre Co.), Madelaine True (The Wild Party, Titusville Playhouse)

 
 
 

Leigh Green (Sheila Goldstein) is so excited to return to the role of Sheila and the Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza! Previous credits at The REN include Office Holiday Party (year 1) and Office Funeral Party (Orlando fringe). Leigh is excited to sit shiva at the Funeral Party next month. She is currently at UCF earning her MFA in Theatre for Young Audiences and received her BFA in Musical Theatre (c/o 2016). Leigh would like to thank her family, friends, her dog Poe, and José for all their support and love. Enjoy the F*cking Show and HAPPY HANUKKAH! IG: @leigh.shani.green 

 
 
 

Amy Sue (Aileen) is thrilled to be back at the Renaissance Theater to hang out with Eileen and her fellow colleagues for the holidays. Recent Shows include The Prom (Dee Dee) Theater South Playhouse, Hunchback of Notre Dame in Concert at the Dr. Phillips Center’s Steinmetz Hall (Florika) William Daniel Mills Theatre, Jekyll & Hyde in Concert (General Glossop) Florida Theatrical Association, Ragtime (Mother) Garden Theater, Parade (Mrs. Phagan/Sally Slaton) Garden Theater, Xanadu (Melpomene) Garden Theater. She is a billboard charted Hollywood Records recording artist with the Disney pop group, Nobody’s Angel. Movie/TV/Soundtracks: Model Behavior with Justin Timberlake, Boy Meets World, The Parent Trap. Tours/Concerts: Britney Spears, A.J. McLean of the Backstreet Boys, Christina Aguilera. Amy Sue holds a degree in choral music education from the University of Illinois - Champaign/Urbana. Thanks and love to Tim, Syd, Zach, Andy, George, family and friends. Happy Holidays and Have Fun and Be Safe!

 
 
 

Dakota Hemberger is very excited for his second production with the Renaissance Theatre Company! You may have seen him in some parades and shows at Disney World and Universal Studios and of course in 54 at The Ren. Dakota’s favorite theatre credits include Bodyguard the Musical, Chicago, Rocky Horror Show, Hairspray, and Legally Blonde the Musical. Dakota would like to thank his family and friends for all the support. He also dedicates all his performances to his beloved best friend and brother, Ryan. 

 
 
 

Rhéa Hughes, pronounced ray-uh, grew up in Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina where she began dancing at age four. She received her BA in Dance Education from the University of South Carolina in 2016 and moved to Orlando, FL shortly after graduation. Rhéa has since performed at Sea World, Capone’s Dinner and Show as a Dancer/Singer, and currently is performing at Universal Orlando Resort as a Dancer/Actor. Her theater credits include Little Shop of Horrors (Ensemble), Legally Blonde (Elle’s Mom/Ensemble), A Chorus Line (Judy), SpongeBob the Musical (Choreographer/Electric Skate/Ensemble), The Wild Party (Jackie U/S, Ensemble), and Young Frankenstein (Ensemble/Dance Captain). She can also be found performing with Thomas Wilkins Choreography (Nursecon at Sea) and with Drapinski Dance Company (local and touring). Rhéa is thrilled to be a part of her second Renaissance Theatre production. She was most recently seen in 54 and is honored to be a part of such a wildly talented cast!

 
 
 

Rachel Ihasz (Understudy for Sheila) is ecstatic to be in her first production with the Renaissance Theatre Company! While offstage, you have most likely seen her helping with front of house & behind the bar at The Ren. Recent Credits include: 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Olive) at Theatre Studio Del Sol, Spongebob The Musical (Swing) at Orlando Family Stage, Addams Family (Ancestor/UO Alice/US Grandma) at New Generation Theatrical, etc. Huge thanks to her family (Sheila, Patrick, Jerry, Morgan), and the whole cast of Office Party! Happy Hanukkah

 
 
 

Robert Laurita (Buster) is joyous to be back at the Ren! Past credits include 54, The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza, Middletown (Orlando Fringe ArtSpace), The Gay 90s Musical (Orlando Fringe), Cabaret (Encore!), Into the Woods (The Baker - BCT), Assassins and The Full Monty (Florida Theatrical Association). Film and TV include: Boomerang, How I Met Your Mother, Music Club Kids!, Expecting Amish and Zoe Gone (Lifetime).  

 
 
 

Kendall Leamy (Janice Parker) is feeling festive to be back as Janice Parker in The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza Show! You may have previously seen her in her award winning performance as "Sanya" in The White Lotus at Orlando Fringe. As well as Jan in the award winning show, for Best Musical, Office Funeral Party at Orlando Fringe. Some of her favorite credits include, being apart the off-broadway premiere cast of From Here at 54 Below, Bernice Buckley (Gorgeous) Woman #4 (F*ckboys the Musical), and Martha Dunnstock (Heathers the Musical). Kendall would like to thank her friends, family and Maxwell for their constant love and support as well as Donald and the entire Renaissance team for their hard work and dedication. Happy Holidays!  Instagram: kendall_leamy

 
 
 

David Lowe (Ed Hoover) recently appeared at the Renaissance Theatre in The Office Funeral Party Musical Extravaganza Show and in Nosferatu . He has also appeared in Assassins and Blood Brothers produced by the Florida Theatrical Association, and Guys and Dolls at Theatre St. Lukes. In 2019 he appeared in the New York Musical Theatre Festival in the original musical Flying Lessons.  Other recent credits include Fun Home and The Mystery of Edwin Drood at Mad Cow Theatre, Billy Elliot and Ragtime at The Garden Theatre and two appearances as Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha at the Orlando Shakespeare Theatre to cover for Broadway legend Davis Gaines. He would like to thank his family and his chosen family for their support. 

 
 
 

Bekah Lugo (Camila) is absolutely thrilled to be making her debut on the Ren Stage and she can’t believe that her real life job is at the Renaissance Theatre Company. She has had a wonderful time working with this delightful cast and crew. She’d like to thank her friends and family for all of their love and support during this time in her life and she hopes you enjoy the shenanigans of the office. Previous Credits: All the backstage and front of house stuff at the Ren, Maggie in Beacon Street, Nurse in Dos Familias, Godmother/Giant in Into the Woods. There’s probably more but she performs sparingly. LOL. 

 
 
 

Courtney Luton is an Orlando native who has trained and performed across central Florida. Courtney is a performer at Universal Orlando, a member of Crawford Jazz Project, a dance teacher and high school dance coach. Courtney is so excited and grateful to join this extremely talented cast of Nosferatu for her second year!

 
 
 

Adonus Mabry (Santa) Credits: Nosferatu and Lenox Ave (Renaissance Theatre Company); Ain't Misbehavin' (Athens Theatre); Goodbye, Liam (Casey Tregeagle - Fringe Festival); Dragons and Fairies & Down the Rabbit Hole (Creative City Project); and Spamalot, Hairspray, Ragtime , & Aida (Encore! Performing Arts). He's passionate about the Orlando arts community and continues to grow alongside it.  Adonus is also a principal dancer for Crawford Jazz Project (CJP), an Orlando-based professional jazz company directed by Carrie Crawford. He's so excited to spread his Christmas cheer!

 
 
 

Micheal Reichart (Kyle) earned their BFA in Musical Theatre at the University of Central Florida and is an alumni of Florida Repertory Theatre’s acting internship.  They will be reprising their role as Kyle at this year's Office Party and can also be seen performing as Myki Meeks in The Winter Late Night Party Drag Exxxtravaganza Show Myki is thrilled to bring her va queen to life. Myki Favorite past roles include 54 at The Ren, Angel in Kinky Boots (Orlando Shakes), Solomon in Speech & Debate (Jobsite Theatre), and David Minelli in Gorgeous (Renaissance Theatre). In drag, Myki is the current reigning winner of Orlando Drag Race Live as well as a Top 5 finalist from this past year’s National Comedy Queen. You can catch Myki every week at Off The Record Wednesdays here at the beautiful Renaissance Theatre.  @myki.meeks

 
 
 

Edmarie Montes (Yolanda Saldivar) is thrilled to be back in the office this Holiday Season after a festive 2022! Working as both an Actor and Director in the Orlando area, some of her recent credits include: Office Funeral Party Musical Extravaganza Show (Yolanda), Orlando Shakes Playfest (Beheading Columbus), Apologies to Lorraine Hansberry, You Too August Wilson (Yael U/S performed), Closer (Anna). Her recent directing credits include Renaissance Theatre Company (La Medea), Orlando Shakes Playfest (Bite Me), Rollins College (Into the Woods), and Theatre UCF with Pegasus Playlab (Bite Me). Insta: eddyymontes

 
 
 

Jerry Mullings (           ) also known as Ella Mayo, is so excited to be a part of their third Renaissance Theatre Company production. Prior to moving to Orlando in 2017, They studied musical theatre in their hometown of Waterbury, Ct. Starting drag officially in 2021, Off the Record’s move to this beautiful space introduced them to The Ren. Since then, they have performed here countless times, on many different stages, and are grateful to FINALLY be making their out of drag debut.

 
 
 

Meghan Ottomano (Charity) is thrilled to be making her Renaissance Theatre debut during this year's holiday season as the happy go-lucky assistant. With a small-town heart and big city dreams, Meghan lives out her days making those dreams come true as a full time performer here in the magical city of Orlando. Her most recent credits include Plankton/Karen in The SpongeBob Musical, Marcy Park in Spelling Bee and various shows/characters within Universal Studios Orlando. Above all else, she knows the magic of the season would not be possible without her friends, family (hi Mom and Dad), and one true love Nova Doo. So join her as she begins her journey with Gripp and Pfister, in an evening that will leave you believing in the power of love and the enchantment of the holiday season.

 
 
 

Darian Payne studied classical ballet through high school in Virginia where she was born and raised. She then went on to study Modern dance, graduating with a BA in Dance from James Madison University.  She then moved to the Orlando area where she performed in shows and parades at Walt Disney World, and she continues to work at Disney as a Maintenance Choreographer. Recently, she performed in 54,  Lenox Avenue, as well as Nosfera2 and most recently Nosf3ratu with the Renaissance Theatre Company. She’s so excited to be back at The Ren for another project! 

 
 
 

Reed Rockefeller is so happy to be a part of the Renaissance Theater! An accomplished dancer and choreographer, they won First Overall National Champion at Star Systems Competition in 2017, and a choreography award in 2019, respectively. They made it past the first round and were progressing in auditions for the 2020 season of So You Think You Can Dance which was ultimately canceled due to COVID. Reed was a dance instructor and choreographer for 4 years in Citrus Springs, Florida before moving to Orlando. They made their debut at the Ren shortly after dancing in Nosferatu. In addition to this, they also were a part of the 54 show as well as the After Hours this summer. Reed is grateful to work full time here at The Ren and would like to thank everyone here for the opportunities, as well as their best friends Randi and Lauren for believing in them. 

Instagram: reedrockefeller

 
 
 

Black Magix Royal is based in central Florida and performs all over the city. She is the current reigning Miss Deland Pride 2023 and was recently seen dancing the night away in 54 and in Vbar. You can catch Magix every Wednesday at Off The Record Wednesdays, the monthly Doll Days Brunch, Southern Nights Orlando, as well as many other Orlando venues. Known for her high energy showgirl style, Magix is sure to bring you to your feet. @Queenblackmagix 

 
 
 

Orusha San Miguel is a latinx american dancing queen from Puerto Rico. She is known for her dancing specialty and out of this world choreo. She has taken her splits, kicks, and dips all over the state of Florida performing for all types of audiences. Gracing our very own stage here at the Ren for shows like OTR Wednesdays and the Vbar Halloween show.

 
 
 

Devin Simpson trained around the Washington D.C. area, at a young age. She performed at venues from FedEx Stadium to the Kennedy Center. She briefly attended the University of the Arts before she left to travel internationally with Capitol Movement. Afterward, she moved down to Florida to start her career with the Walt Disney World Resort Company. This is her first time being a part of the Holidays at The Ren, and she can’t wait to sleigh it with you! 

 
 
 

Devin Skorupski (Leslie Pfister) is stoned …stoked to be back in the office this holiday season. He has forced his way into many shows at The Ren this year, including The Cocaine Play, The Office Funeral Party…, 54, and From Here (both here and in NYC baby). Other highlights include Next to Normal (Henry), the Florida premiere of Be More Chill (Jeremy), and regularly singing with the Hogwarts Frog Choir in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios. Shoutout to Donald and Chris for giving me the chance to make a living doing what I love. All my love to my girls and gays, family, kitties, and of course the fabulous Finn Freeman. @devin.s

P.S. He is indeed method acting. IYKYK.

 
 
 

Casey Tregeagle is a local Dancer/actor/writer who can currently be seen performing at Universal Studios and SeaWorld Orlando. His work as a writer/director has been featured in theater festivals across the US. Huge thanks to Donald and The Ren for letting him Vamp it up for a second year!

 
 
 

Joan Velazquez also known as Fuschia Flames is a dynamic specialty performer that always brings a kaleidoscope of talent to The Ren stage. She was been seen opening up Vbar during Nosferatu and lighting up the stage at 54 the after party. Explore more of her breathtaking art @joanlovesflames on instagram.

 
 
 

Kyle Ashe Wilkinson (Kyle) is thrilled to be back for his 3rd year with the fine folks in the Office. Recent Orlando credits: Nosferatu (The Ren), 54 (The Ren), Spring Awakening (New Gen Theatrical), Your Mom’s In My Top 8 (Orlando Fringe), The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza Show (The Ren).  Off Broadway/NYC Credits: The Book Of Merman (Original Cast), Manifesto: The Diaghilev Project (Staged Workshop). Some fave regional credits around the US: Titanic, Becky’s New Car, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Rock of Ages, The Little Mermaid, Tarzan, Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver. By day, he performs at Universal Orlando and for special events with Disney. Huge thank you to this amazing team at the Ren, Kelsay/Morales Co, and of course his fiance Natale- Proud cat dad to 2 sweet girls, Piglet & Pickles! “It’s called a play, not a serious!” -Mark Brotherton 

 
 

The Band

Bryce Hayes (Music Director/Bass) is overjoyed to be a part of the creative team bringing The Office Party to life. Born and raised in Orlando, Bryce is very active in the local arts community, playing for and working on productions at The Renaissance Theater, Orlando Fringe Artspace, and also gigging with multiple different local musical acts. Bryce music directed and starred in the recent Orlando Fringe hit, Bullock and the Bandits, and it’s Back in the Saddle sequel, by David Lee. He is a graduate of Rollins College BA in Music, and is aiming to dedicate his knowledge and skills to developing the Orlando music and arts scene. He wants to thank everyone at The Ren for being such a great team to work with, Adrian Rivera for setting him on this path, and his family for their infinite support.

Noah Baez (Keys) - He/Him; 21- is beyond grateful to be apart of this amazing show and band. Noah has studied piano and music theory for over 10 years, and is an Orlando Based music director, section leader, accompanist, performer, and vocal coach in the Orlando Area. He works as a Accompanist and for the education department at Dr. Phillips Center Youth Education programs. Previous Music Direction credits include Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party (Valencia East College) The Spongebob Musical (St. Cloud High), The Prom (Vocal Coach, Theater West End), and Kiss of the Spider Woman (Florida Theatrical). He is thankful for all the people who have been with him through the process and the doors that have been opened to get him here. Thank you so much and enjoy the show! 

Alexander LaPlante (Keys) - He/Him -  is an Orlando based Director and Music Director. Credits include Ride the Cyclone (Theater South Playhouse), Click Clack Boo (Orlando Family Stage), 54 (The Ren) Descendants (Orlando Family Stage), Million Dollar Quartet (The Orlando Shakes), Lightning Thief (Lake Mary Prep), A Class Act (The Garden Theatre), Stardust (Arts Emerson), and First Date (Emerson College). He is grateful to be playing Office Holiday Party again this year after helping close it out last year. 

Matt Lynx (Guitar) plans on attending UCF to complete his degrees in music. He jumped on the theatre scene with his 2022 fringe performance in Bullock and the Bandits. In his debut, he won critics choice for “best individual performer” as a guitarist and keyboardist. Lynx played guitar in Sea World’s Monster Stomp Halloween show, as well as in Renaissance Theatre’s Lenox Avenue, 54, and Nosferatu. He continues to showcase his talent throughout the Central Florida area. He would like to thank Bryce Hayes for getting him involved in the theatre world and for introducing him to Renaissance Theatre Company. He hopes you enjoy the Office Party!

Chris Kampmeier (Drums) has got a bio down in the crew section. Check it out there.

The Crew

Donald Rupe (Writer/Creator/”Director”) is the co-founder of Renaissance Theatre Company with Chris Kampmeier (and a lot of help from their friends). An accomplished theatre-maker based in Orlando, Donald has written and helped to create a number of successful theatrical productions, including: Nosferatu; Bright Young Things; From Here (fromhere.com); Flying Lessons (critically-acclaimed at the New York Musical Festival in 2019); Oscar Wilde and Jesus Christ Walk into a Gay Bar; Once I Laughed; Lenox Ave. and others. Donald also founded a community theatre program at another company in Orlando, where for five years he ran a traditional season of productions with much success. Donald's numerous directing credits span the better part of twenty years and many wonderful companies throughout Central Florida. Rupe was also an accomplished educator, having served on the part-time faculty of Valencia College for over a decade and as an award-winning high school educator. Donald received his degrees in Theatre from New York University and Florida State University. 

Chris Kampmeier (Credits go here) is the co-founder of Renaissance Theatre Company as well as a computer and sound engineer. He had the incredible fortune to be A Nearby Guitar Player just as Donald and Jason began their songwriting relationship with From Here at the Orlando Fringe Festival in 2019, then Flying Lessons at the New York Musical Festival (drums and percussion), the first expanded run of From Here, and sound/music for many of the other original shows Donald listed above. Welcome to the Ren!

Jacob Lawhon (Stage Manager) is thrilled to be back working with the Renaissance Theatre Company. Previous productions include: 54, Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza Show, Oscar Wilde and Jesus Christ Walk Into a Gay Bar, Nosferatu, Bright Young Things, and Flying Lessons. Much Love to Donald and the hardworking staff of The Ren. 

Nick Bazo (Assistant Director) is a Cuban American director, professor, teaching artist, and arts administrator originally from South Florida. He wears many hats at the Ren including coordinating the monthly RenFair, Fringe at the Ren, and our queertastic after parties at 54 and Vbar. He is super excited to be Assistant Directing the Office Christmas Party and The Late Night Party. Other recent directing credits include Metamorphoses (Rollins College), Make Way for Ducklings (Orlando Family Theatre), and On Your Feet! (Garden Theatre). 

Joey Coombs (Scenic Design & Painting) recently surpassed a full second year working here at the Ren. Originally brought on as general overhire, he has been part of the main staff since March of 2022 when he took over the responsibility of the scenic charge. As many others here do, Joey wears many hats at the Ren. Other than painting he also does some carpentry work, makes all the neon signs, does some design work, and oversees the lights and photo op sets for our weekly drag show, Off The Record (Wednesdays), as well as some other special events/projects. Some of Joey's previous work includes designing the Church and VBar for Nosfera2, the Cataco(o)mbs and the Conservatory for Nosf3ratu, and now the Winter Wonderland for the Winter Late Night Party Drag Exxxtravaganza Show ("who names these?"); the photo op sets for both annual fundraisers, Money, Please; and lights for the internet breaking RENAISSANCE @ the Renaissance drag show amongst other things. ig: @poetictoast

Nick Erickson (Sound Design) born and raised on the west coast, Nick discovered sound design for theater at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, OR. After graduating he spent his early career freelancing in Portland OR where he worked at theaters such as Third Rail, H2M, P.E.T.E., Profile Theatre.  Nick received his MFA in Sound Design for Theatre from Carnegie Mellon University in 2018, before moving to Florida, to become the resident sound and projections designer for the Studio Theatre Tierra Del Sol.  Four years later, he's here, seeking new horizons in the wilds of Orlando! When he's not doing sound, Nick can be found holding his PS4 controller too tightly, watching his cats cuddle and rearranging his music studio. 

Ben Lowe is a lighting and video designer based in Orlando with experience in themed entertainment, theatrical productions, touring, opera, and ballet. Recently with the Ren, Ben has been on the Lighting Team for 54, Nosferatu, V Bar, and last year’s Office Holiday Party! He is also a member of the lighting and video/projection teams with Universal Creative working on an upcoming experience! BFA in Theatrical Lighting and Video Design from University of Central Florida. benloweportfolio.com

Philip Lupo (Scenic & Lighting) is a regional Lighting, Sound, and Video Designer whose previous work at Renaissance includes Nosferatu and Office Holiday Party.  Other design credits include Little Shop of Horrors (Orlando Shakes), Monster Stomp (SeaWorld Orlando), and Into the Woods (DreamCatcher Theatre).  His non-theatrical lighting projects can be seen in television stations from Palm Beach to Las Vegas.  Philip also serves as the Production Manager and Technical Director for Florida State Junior Thespians, helping develop the performers and designers of tomorrow.  He  could not be more excited to be working with Renaissance to bring this exciting work to Central Florida audiences. Get in touch at www.philiplupo.com.

John Rawlins (Lead Carpenter) joined The Ren in 2022, having previously worked with Donald at CFCArts Theater. As Lead Carpenter, John helps to create unique sets for each production, converting all the different spaces of the Ren into new worlds. John leads the construction team in planning and executing Donald, Philip, and Joey’s crazy ideas.

 

Thank you to The Founders!

These are the generous folks who donated in our very first year. We raised a total of $151,181 from 534 generous people.

Of course, our Founding Donor and building owner Chris Kampmeier is in a league of his own. (It’s tee ball)

Thank you Donors!

Extremely Generous Donors ($10K)

Frank Santos

Hanna Miller and Luke Jakobsen Fund

Even More Generous Donors ($5K)

Creative Zing Promotion Group

David Lowe

Very Generous ($1.5K)

Florida Theatrical Association

Kay Allen

Pinero Preventative Medical Care, PA

Larry Watchhorn

1k club

the Jacobson Family

Deanie Lowe

Mark McGovern

Frederic Potvin

Generous Donors $500-999

Frederic Potvin and Brent Kelleher

Barbara and Jim Caldwell

Chris M Kampmeier (hey pop!)

Nice Donors (up to $499)

Andres Acosta

Brittani Acuff

Ashley Ahr

Sarah Allen

Pamela Aniello (Creative Zing?)

Anonymous

Linda Appleton

Jane Audrey-Neuhauser

Debbie Baker

Michelle Bamberg

Gail Bartell

Lisa Bates

Britney Beard

Cynthia Beckert

Heather Bedette

Cheryl Belfay

Joshua Bell

Chris Bentley

Jane Berg

Isabel Bernal

Fred Berning

J Scott Berry

Melissa Bibliowicz

Tiffany Bishop

Barbara Blake

Jean Blauvelt

Daniel Blumberg

Carole Bourne

Jack Bradshaw

Steve Brannon

Judith Britt

Ashley Brown

Jeffery Brown

Marian Jean Butler

Stephen Cagnina

Anna Campbell

James Carey

Summer Carlson

Khristy Chamberlain

David Chimento

Camryn Chiriboga

Raymond Christianna

Risa Cohen

Emmy Collins (M.E. Collins)

Wendy Connor

Joseph Coombs

Melissa Cooper

Tyler Counts

Dan and Beth Cox

Conner Criswell

Keith Davenport

Cesar De La Rosa

Rosendo De Jesus Ortiz

Lindsey Demetree

Jose Diaz Roman

David Dodgen

John Dorris

Melaney Douglass

Debbie Drobney

Lela Duncan

Michael Duncan

Chris Dunphy

Wendy Dye

Jim East

Cindy Elavsky

Larry Elavsky

Emily Elwood

Anita Endsley

Rebecca Ernest

Adrianna Erickson

Ida Eskamani

Evan Fagin

Debbie Fahmie

Sarah Farnsworth

Rebecca Fisher

Michelle Flores

Jim Flynt

Megan Fogt

Anthony Franklin

Gregory Franklin

Brandy Fransen

Genesis Freytes

Brooke Friedman

Eva Gaber

Ben Gaetanos

Melanie Galiardo

Brian Garrett

Regena Garrepy

Channah Gencarelli

Jane Geng

Kristie Geng

Deva Gibson

Charity Gill

Nicole Ginebra

Paige Gober

Chanel Gomaa

Asli Goncer

Helen Gonzalez

Cynthia Gosiewski

Anne Grady

Leigh Green

Amy Hadley

Dara Haggerty

Robert Hall

Norris Hamm

Scott Hardy

Jacquelyn Harmeling

Jolie Hart

Catherine Hayes

Sarah and John Henderson

Sarah Henson

Elizabeth Herren

Brian S Hess

Rayne Heydorn

Holly Hodges

Desda Hughes

Matthew Hughes

Danielle Irigoyen

Mik Jacobs

Patrick James

Faith Janicki

Karen Jennemann

Neydi Jimenez

Rebecca Johnston

Gabrielle Juliet

Chris Kampmeier

Kim Kelley

Ellen Kidwell

Maxwell Klauber

Marot Knight

Natalie Koeller

Mike and Jennifer Kovacs

Natalie Krivokuca

Lynn Logalbo

Maria Laughlin

Jacob Lawhon

Ashlyn Lawhon

Jacqueline LeDoux

Cheryl Lee

John Lehtmaa

Margaret Lezcano

Matthew Lincoln-Bugg

Wyatt Lindsey

Michelle Link

Karen Loftus

Juston Lore

Vicky Lorenzana

Rob and Kate Lott

Patricia Loubier

Cathy Lundber

David Maddock

Johnnie Maier

Jody Mask

Jenny Mara

Shaquille Marcano

Alyssa Marinello

Melyssa Marshall

Cynthia Martin

Miranda Martin

Lyle Matz

Anthony Mazza

Cynthia McConkey

Molly McCormick

Kathryn Mcculley

Lauren McFadden

Deborah Meitin

Alex Mendez

Doriana Mercado

Anthony Meola

Ron and Kristine Miles

Edmarie Montes

Daniela Monzon Villegas

Kevin Moss

Ciera Muhammad

Giovanni Murro

Cole Nesmith

Cristian Nieves

Charles O'brien

Britney Odum

Nancy Graham Ogne

Carey Oliphant

John Palmer

Kristin Paradero

Mayme Paul

Darian Payne

John Pelkey

Edwin Perez

Adonis Perez-Escobar

Cheryl Perlmutter

Christine Persaud

T Robert Pigott

Christina Pilkington

Lizz Pittsley

Patrick Plucinsky

Marian Price

Shelby Price

Sarah Purser

Necole Pynn

John Rawlins

Kay Rawlins

Joann Read

Amy Reheard

Adam Reilly

Rebecca Reitzel

Craig Resendes

Jemmarie Ring

Valerie Rizer

Kayla Rooplal

Erika Roque

Cristel Rosas-Anderson

Janice Rous

Donald Rupe

Cristina Russell

Joseph Saunders

Sonya Savage

Marlene Schaus

Dawn Schutz

Jacqueline Schwartz

James Shea

Terri Shea-Klauber

Candice Shields

Stephanie Shook

Ron Shulman

Scott Silson

Devin Simpson

Joel Sink

Christine Skorupski

Gretchen Smith

Dennis Sobeck

Olivia Solomon

Parisa Soltani

Donna Spinelli

Landon St. Gordon

Wendy Starkand

Janice Stieber-Rous

Alexander Stone

Avianna Tato

Kaileigh Anne Tayek

Brad Taylor-White

Madison and Jake Teixeira

Cece Teneal

Mark Thomason

Christian Toral

Wilfredo Torres

Jason True and Michelle Procopio

Zach and Kelly Van Dyke

Shanden Vance

Elijah Vazquez

Michael Visnich

Donna Vreeland

Lilly Vreeland

Patricia Waldo

Christopher Walls

Keith Walls

Brianna Walker

Maddie Walker

Clare Walters

Russell Warner

Kathleen Wessel

Jason Whitehead

Jennifer Whitman

Tara Whitman

Kyle Wilkinson

Emily Williams

Marcus Williams

Bickley Wilson

Bobby Wojciechowski

Greg Wood

Spencer Wrolson

Suzy Xiu

Kyle Sieg Yazbec

Serena Yeager

Janette Zilioli

Elaina Zwiener