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Lydia Aierle

Lydia Aierle is excited to be a part of another ACT production. She was last seen as an ensemble member in ACT's Jekyll & Hyde. Other past roles include Brooke Wyndham/Kate in ACT's production of Legally Blonde (2024) and Amaryllis in ACT's production of The Music Man (2019). While offstage Lydia works as a registered nurse at the Fitzpatrick Cancer Center. She thanks you for coming to our show and supporting the arts in our area.

Avery Tromblee

Avery Tromblee recently graduated from SUNY Potsdam with a BA in Theater. She is now continuing her education to receive an MA in Early Childhood Education at SUNY Plattsburgh with a certification in Special Education. Before Avery graduated at SUNY Potsdam, she did an 8 month internship with the Disney College Program in Florida. This experience was one that she will be forever grateful for, as she has met her forever friends. Avery has had a passion for performing since elementary school. She has performed with ACT in the past with their shows Into the Woods as Little Red, Cinderella as The Fairy Godmother, Damn Yankees as Linville, Vivienne Kensington in Legally Blonde, and more recently Lady Beaconsfield in Jekyll & Hyde! She was also in SUNY Potsdam’s Fall 2023 production of George Orwell’s: 1984 as Martin. Avery also worked as the Stage Manager for AVCS Drama Club this past musical season with Guys & Dolls! Avery hopes to continue her passion for performing, as there is no greater feeling than being on stage. She hopes you enjoy the show, and all of the incredible, hard working people involved!

Casey Koziatek

Casey Koziatek is very excited and grateful to be involved with ACT’s production of Fiddler on the Roof. Casey was born in Corning, NY and moved to Plattsburgh in 2014. He began acting in 2016 at SUNY Plattsburgh where he played the roles of Rocky, in the The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ti, in Good Kids, and George, in Don't Dress For Dinner. Casey recently played the role of Jekyll/ Hyde in ACT’s production of Jekyll & Hyde. Casey is very happy to be returning to the stage with such a large and talented cast and sends a personal thank you to everyone who shows up and supports local art! 

Clara Meyer

Clara Meyer is excited to return to the stage after an 8 year absence. She previously performed with the AVCS Drama club in Pippin (Leading Player), Mary Poppins (Bert), The Little Mermaid (ensemble) and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (ensemble). This is her first production with Artistry Community Theatre. In her time off-stage, Clara received a BA in Studio Art and English from SUNY University at Albany. Now working as an Executive Assistant at Schluter Systems, she is thrilled for this opportunity to stretch her creative muscles. 

Sam Madden

Sam Madden is a Saranac Lake High School graduate. He has performed such roles as "Snout the Tinker" in Pendragon Theatre's A Midsummer Night's Dream, "Hunk/Scarecrow" in Saranac Lake High School's The Wizard of Oz, “Templeton / Narrator” in Saranac Lake High School’s Charlotte's Web, “Mr. Applegate” in Saranac Lake High School’s Damn Yankees, “Mr. D/Hades” in Simple Speaking’s The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, and “Fredrick C. Graham/Petruchio” in Saranac Lake High School’s Kiss Me Kate.

Sarah Cohen

Sarah Cohen is ecstatic to be a part of ACT's Fiddler on the Roof!  You may recognize her as the "Karaoke Queen" DJ CoCo, as the vocalist for her band Quasimojo, or from various musicals and plays around the North Country since 2013. Most recently, she lived her dream of potraying Lucy Harris in Jekyll & Hyde. Other theatre credits include: Margot, Legally Blonde (ACT); Heidi, [title of show] (ACT); Magenta & Columbia, The Rocky Horror Show (ART); Ethel Toffelmeier, The Music Man (ACT); The Baroness, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang(CMT); Lady of the Lake in Spamalot (CCC); and many other performances. Sarah would like to thank the cast and crew for the fabulous experience of performing with some of the most talented people that the North Country has to offer. She would also like to thank her family and friends for constantly supporting her insanely busy schedule. She dedicates this performance to her nephew, Elias Tevye Cohen, because….well you know. L'chaim!

Keith Shult

Keith Shult is a busily retired 40 year veteran in the trenches of Music Education.  But in all of the nooks and crannies of those years, Keith made time for his love of theater.  After two East Coast Off-Broadway Tours as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar and Juan Peron/Che understudy in Evita (Candlewood Playhouse, MacHaydn Theater and Shawnee Playhouse), numerous touring appearances as “bad bald boys” Daddy Warbucks in Annie and Phra Meha Mongut (King) in The King and I, over 50 assorted regional, stock and community engagements as actor or director or tech director, Keith has finally accepted his fate of portraying mostly “old guys”!  You might remember him as Poole the butler  and several other mysterious characters in ACT’s Jekyll and Hyde.  Over the decades, a few of Keith’s favorite roles included:  Che Guevera in Evita, Cervantes/Don Quixote in Man of LaMancha, Guido Contini in Nine, Charlie Anderson in Shenandoah, Lewis in Pippin, Arthur in Camelot, Bobby in Company and, long ago, as Papageno to Renee’ Fleming’s Papagena in The Magic Flute.

Keith is also an avid jazz trumpeter who enjoys performing with the Adirondack Jazz Orchestra and also runs a voice over business, narrating audiobooks for Audible at Amazon.

Much Love and Thanks to Sara, Keiran (a future star) and Tristan (another future star) for their support and tolerance.  And a big loving thanks to all my new friends of ACT for embracing my reentrance to the stage!

K. Chad Graham

K. Chad Graham is thrilled to return to the stage after a 15 year absence. Growing up immersed in all things music, singing always brought him special joy. Chad had already been growing out a beard, so he thought to himself, “Why not audition for Fiddler on the Roof? Your mountain scruff looks the part and it will fill the dark doldrums of winter. Tread the boards one more time!” Chad’s all-time favorite role is playing Matt in The Fantasticks, many moons ago. These days, most of Chad’s performances are far more intimate, singing his truths to students and elementary education colleagues at SUNY Potsdam.

Matvey Longware

Matvey Longware is thrilled to be returning to the ACT stage. He recently worked for the New York State Senate and Assembly after graduating from the University at Albany, SUNY. He hopes his theater minor rubs off on this performance because this cast deserves all the best! It's been such a pleasure and thrill to be able to work with everyone on stage and behind the scenes on this spectacular, gripping and captivating show.

Carter Fredette

Carter Fredette, a senior at NCCS, is very excited to participate in his third with ACT. Although a newer face in ACT productions, Carter has been doing shows at his school since he was seven years old. Some of these shows include; Sound of Music (Kurt), Into the Woods (Jack), Seussical (Jojo), Willy Wonka Jr. (Mike Teavee), Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow), Damn Yankees (Sohovik), Annie (Daddy Warbucks), and more. Most recently Carter played Mortimer Brewster in NCCS’s production of Arsenic and Old Lace. When not performing Carter enjoys playing sports like hockey and golf as well as spending time with family and friends. Carter thanks you for coming and hopes you enjoy the show.

Lydia Pekrul 

Lydia Pekrul is excited to combine her passion for violin and theatre in this ACT production. A violinist for eight years, she enjoys playing in the Peru HS Orchestra, Adirondack Youth Orchestra, and other ensembles. She is also heavily involved with the Peru Drama Club, with her favorite past shows being Tuck Everlasting, 10 Ways to Survive the Holidays, and Mean Girls. She is looking forward to working with the cast and crew of ACT!

Alexander Malsan

Alexander Malsan is a Music Teacher at Chazy Central School where he teaches K-6 General Music, Jr. High, and High School Chorus. He is an alum of SUNY Plattsburgh, the College of Saint Rose, and Boston University. Past credits include Twelfth Night with Adirondack Regional Theatre, Mary Poppins with Plattsburgh High School/Adirondack Regional Theatre, Into the Woods with Artistry Theatre, Chitty, Chitty, Bang Bang with Chazy Music Theatre, Pirates of Penzance and Into the Woods with Spotlight Community Theatre, and Grapes of Wrath and A Midsummer Night's Dream with Valatie Youth Theatre. Alex has directed and music directed multiple shows in his hometown of Valatie, NY. He also served as the Music Director for Chitty, Chitty, Bang Bang with CMT and Willy Wonka Jr. with ART. Off- stage, Alex can be found singing with the Plattsburgh State Gospel Choir, playing at his two local churches, at the local movie theater, and watching the Plattsburgh State Men and Women's hockey teams. Alex would like to thank Derrick, Kathy and all the production staff for the incredible experience that will forever remain a lasting impact. He would also like to thank his castmates for the memories, the laughs and fun both on and off-stage. Lastly, he'd like to thank his parents for all their love and support and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for the amazing gifts in music and theater that He has given him.

Matt Tetreault

Life long fan of Fiddler on the Roof, Matt Tetreault has waited for an opportunity to either direct, costume, or act in this production. He comes from a fervent love of traditional theatre performance, has has a close relationship with the Jewish community of Montreal, and politically he is close at heart to the true messaging of this show and will do anything it takes to make this a stunning piece worthy of note on the history of the North Country.

Traci Snyder

Traci Snyder joined ACT for the first time in Jekyll and Hyde as part of the Ensemble. While most of her background has been focused on the technical side of productions, she is happy to get back to being on the stage and happy to be sharing the space with the talented individuals that make ACT shine. She also couldn't have done it without the endearing support and push from her husband Matt and her Mom and Dad. She also cannot forget the many friends she has made and how kind they are to make her feel like she belongs with them.

Kalyn Kivlehan

Kalyn Kivlehan is a student at Stafford Middle School and is performing in her eighth theatrical production, having previously appeared in Seussical Jr., Shrek Jr., Matilda Jr., The Little Mermaid, Grease, Alice in Wonderland, Newsies Jr., School of Rock, Bye Bye Birdie, Aristocats Jr., Mary Poppins, and Aladdin Jr.. Kalyn would like to thank all the coaches and mentors who have helped her grow as an actress and a singer. She would also like to thank her parents, sister, family and friends for encouraging her to reach for the stars and follow her dreams. Kalyn aspires to be an actress and would like to have her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame one day or perform on Broadway.

Marie Agan

Marie Agan has recently returned to the area.  She served for 15 years in the Air National Guard and is an alumni of Saint Michael’s College and the University of Vermont, where she honed in on her passion to help humankind through merging Chemistry with Public Health.  Marie is excited to be back to theater and singing after a long hiatus to focus on career and her four children.  Marie’s past roles include Fantine in Tallahassee’s Theater’s production of Les Miserables and Maria in Rickard’s High School’s production of West Side Story.  She was also honored to sing our National Anthem on National Stages for the United States Air Force, The Red Sox, The Boston Celtics and the Pro Bull Riders Association.  She is very grateful to be back and for the inclusivity and love of her castmates. She also appreciates your support of the arts and of Artistry Theater Company!  

Tracy DeCoste

Tracy J. DeCoste Tracy’s love of musicals started at a young age. She used to help the NCCS Drama Club with their shows, and then the opportunity to audition for Chazy Music Theater’s (CMT) spring production arose and she and the high school students auditioned…. and we all were cast! We were cast in the show Fiddler on the Roof! Talk about full circle! I was blessed with many amazing roles with CMT such as Eve/Mama Noah in Children of Eden ; Martha in The Secret Garden ; Aida in Aida and Trix the Aviatrix in The Drowsy Chaperone and many other roles with CMT. It’s been a while since Tracy has been a part of a musical and she is extremely excited! Enjoy! L'Chaim!!

Gina Lindsey

Gina Lindsey teaches communication at CCC and PSU. She has been performing in local theatre since 2003, and she sings with the Plattsburgh State Gospel Choir as a featured soloist. Gina made her professional stage debut as Grandma in The Addams Family at the Depot Theatre in 2022, and she was especially excited to make her screen debut in the 2018 Showtime series, Escape at Dannemora. Gina is thrilled to continue the tradition of performing with her Artistry family on the beautiful Strand stage for this classic and beloved musical. L’CHAIM!

Madison Brunell

Madison Brunell is excited to be back on stage after a four-year hiatus from theatre. She is delighted to be making her debut with Artistry Community Theatre. Some of her favorite past roles include Ms. Darbus in High School Musical, Alice in Alice @ Wonderland, and Goran in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Other notable appearances include ensemble roles in Bye Bye Birdie, Monty Python’s Spamalot, Head Over Heels, and Shrek. Outside of theatre, Madison spends her days teaching fifth graders and is a graduate of SUNY Potsdam and SUNY Cortland. She would like to thank her family for all of their constant support and encouragement. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Vivienne Callisti

Vivienne Calisti, a fourth grader at Rouses Point Elementary, is thrilled to be returning to the stage in her first performance with Artistry Community Theatre!  Vivienne has been an avid member of the NCCS Drama Club since joining the cast of The Wizard of Oz in second grade.   Most recently, she appeared as “Molly”, the littlest orphan, in their production of Annie. Vivienne has also enthusiastically participated in the summer theater program for the last two summers. When she is not on stage, Vivienne loves to dance, sing, practice gymnastics, and play with her friends. We want to thank the Artistry Community Theatre for this opportunity and hope that everyone enjoys the show!

Teesha Rose Coolidge

Teesha Rose Coolidge started her theatrical career at the age of eight with her role as Hooverville Rat in the AuSable Valley Players’ (AVP) Annie. From there she went on to participate in several AVP musicals (including but not limited to Fiddler on the Roof and Grease). Teesha starred in such roles as Ursula Merkle in Bye Bye, Birdie and Glinda the Good Witch in Wizard of Oz. Throughout the summers, Teesha worked at Santa’s Workshop, North Pole, NY making hats and stockings for guests, singing Christmas carols, and performing as Alice in Wonderland. In College, she took part in a Bunraku puppet show, The Tale of the Bamboo Princess, directed by Erika Guay, learning the craft of Japanese puppetry, was the assistant stage manager for a play called First Born by Tracy Vicory-Rosenquest; directed by Tim Wagoner, and starred as T. Tennyson Twinkle in Anna Cora Mowatt’s Fashion, directed by Shawna Mefferd Kelty. Teesha also had the pleasure of writing a one act play titled Post Traumatic performed at SUNY Plattsburgh’s Student Night Of One Acts, and singing with the Plattsburgh State Gospel Choir. In her free time, Teesha can be found singing, playing guitar, and taking photos of the gorgeous landscape near her home in Jay, NY. 

Christyn Denial

Christyn Denial is excited to return to the stage after a few decades. She has most recently co-directed a few middle school and elementary plays, including Salamanca Middle School’s Fiddler, Jr.  When at Starpoint High School, she was a part of shows such as Steel Magnolias (Student Director), The Man who Came to Dinner (Maggie), Bye, Bye, Birdie! (Ursula), and The Pajama Game (Babe Williams). She enjoys singing with her church’s worship team and with the Keeseville-Peru Ecumenical Choir. She works as the Dean of Students at Saranac Elementary School and hopes you enjoy this timeless show.

Lelya Dixon

Leyla Dixon loves to sing and perform. I starred in the play Annie as Annie and was Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol. When I was younger, I was involved in dance. I am a very extroverted person and feel I am outgoing. I am loud and confident when I perform is what I hear from people who watched my shows. I play the trumpet in band. I also play basketball. I am also an animal lover. I have dogs ,cats, pigs, and chickens.

Emma Drowlette

Emma Drowlette is a freshman in high school and is excited to be in her 4th production. You might recognize Emma from some of her past roles, including Courtney in Legally Blonde the Musical (ACT), and ensemble for Jekyll and Hyde (ACT). She also assistant directed her first show in 2024 called, 5 Women Wearing the Same Dress. In her free time Emma likes to play various instruments and spend time with her friends and family. Emma has loved working with such an amazing cast and crew and wants to thank her family and especially her parents for being so supportive. Enjoy the show!

Madeline Guay

Madeleine Guay is so pleased to be performing in her first show with Artistry Community Theatre! She is a seventh grader at NCCS Middle School. She has participated in her school's drama club for two years, appearing in The Wizard of Oz, A Christmas Carol radio play, and Annie. When not on stage, "Maddie" enjoys volleyball, skiing, softball and hanging out with her friends. She is so grateful for this opportunity to perform at the historic Strand Theatre with this incredibly talented cast and crew!