TARA L. BENNEKEMPER (CYNDI)
Tara Bennekemper grew up in northern New Jersey, where
her love for acting began at a young age. Tara has
performed in theatres in both New Jersey and New York,
as well as various independent films. She began her
education at Montclair State University, where she
received a BA and is currently studying at the State
University of Rutgers for her M.S.W. In addition to
Rutgers, Tara has also been studying with Ted Bardy at
the Ted Bardy Studio in an everlasting effort to
continue crafting her talent. Tara has admitted to
having two passions in her life, one being acting, and
the other social work. In an effort to accomplish all
of her dreams, aside from acting, Tara works part time
as a counselor and advocate to adults with mental
illness, developmental disabilities and/or substance
abuse issues. Tara plans to continue her education in
both social work and acting so she can continue to
grow, as well as build a successful and meaningful
career in each field.
AIDAN DIAZ (PETE JR.)
Aidan began working with the Ensemble Studio Theatre
in February of 2007. The experience availed a role in
five one-act plays. Aidan is very thankful for being
involved in David Sirk's Ashtrays for Vodka and the Manhattan Repertory Theatre's Fall Play
Festival. A native of Rockaway Beach, he is
continually inspired by Steinbeck's East of Eden and
Does A Tiger Wear A Necktie? by Don Petersen.
REBECCA JUPITER (GRACE)
Rebecca Jupiter's work ranges from traditional to
avant-garde to just
plain out there. She has been seen as the Grisette
Lo-Lo in The Merry
Widow with Village Light Opera Group, as Dr. Behe in
Darwin's Revenge
with CubeCity, the mysterious "woman in the orange
fabric" in Feathers
and the evil Worm in "This Jungle of Cities" at the
Abingdon. Other
theater: Mrs. Cratchit and Hippolyta, both with True
North Ensemble,
Angel in Job and the Snake with CubeCity and Guys and
Dolls with the
St. Jean's Players. Film/TV: Forensic Files, various
SVA films.
Rebecca speaks fluent French, can do a full split and
has a chemistry
degree from UC Berkeley. She hopes to become the next
Food Network
Star. Visit her at www.rebeccajupiter.com.
RALPH FONTAINE (JOE)
‘Ashtrays for Vodka’ marks Ralph’s return to the stage after many years of working in front of and behind the camera in Los Angeles and Seattle. Ralph’s notable appearances include portraying David Koresh, Evel Knievel and an adulterous Priest named Urbain Grandier. Less notable but just as interesting are Ralph’s many principal and supporting roles in independent films that no one has seen, so the titles won’t be mentioned here. He has also starred as the Detective in more Murder Mystery Dinner Theater shows than one can count, and is glad to be working in a venue that doesn’t smell like overcooked string beans. He can be seen next in New York as Menelaus in “Helen” at the Producers’ Club Theater.
DAVID SIRK (PETE SR.) Writer Director
Has been performing his One Man Show The Devil Winks (www.thedevilwinks.com)
periodically for the last few years. He also starred in the Independent film Drivers Wanted. ( http://www.driverswedmovie.com )
David has many more projects on tap and hopes he will be able to bring them to fruition
with an equally wonderful cast.
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LOST AND FOUND
By Judy Allen
Having lost their son in the war,
his mother and father must come to terms with his last wishes.
CAST:
Mom Elizabeth Breslin
Dad Fred King
Jimmy Joseph Carusone
Stacy Colleen Boag
Colleen Irene Boag (Stacy) moved to New York a year ago to pursue her acting career and is pleased to be making her third appearance in an off-off Broadway production. She studied theater at Northern Illinois University (2002-2004) and SUNY New Paltz (2004-2006), receiving her BA in 2006. Her favorite roles include: Frankie/Frankie & Johnnie in the Clair de Lune; Trisha/Five Women Wearing the Same Dress; Ermengarde/Hello Dolly and Laura/The Glass Menagerie. NYC credits include: The Best Party Ever (Richmond Shepard Theater) and You and Me and the Devil Makes Three (Theater Studios at Theater Row).
Elizabeth Breslin (Mom) is a graduate of the Dell’Arte School of Mime and Comedy (now the Dell’Arte School of Physical Theater) in Blue Lake, CA. She has toured professionally with the Hippodrome State Theater in Gainesville, FL. She is on the Artist Roster for the Westchester Arts Council, and conducts theater residencies in schools and community agencies throughout the county. Elizabeth was on the instructional staff at the Northern Westchester Center for the Arts for 10 years, where she taught classes in theater arts. She is a member of Apple Tree Productions. Elizabeth lives in Somers with her husband, Michael, and sons Dylan and Tyler.
Joseph Carusone (Jimmy) is happy to be performing this play once again. He considers his favorite New York roles to be Pylades in Orestes 2.0, Steve in The Bully (National Tour) and originating the role of “Skinhead Mitch” in Cleansed (which has been nominated for “Best Production” by the New York Innovative Theater Awards). Thanks to Judy and the cast for making this experience so rewarding.
Fred King (Dad), a stage veteran, has appeared on numerous stages in the tri-state area. Favorite roles include McMurphy in Cuckoo’s Nest, Mel in Prisoner, and Moliere’s Miser Harpagon. Fred has studied with Gene Frankel, Bill Balzac and Lydia Ecker. He couldn’t be more pleased to be working again with Judy and Elizabeth here at the Manhattan Repertory Theatre. Finally, he would like to congratulate his wonderful daughter Adrienne in her upcoming graduation!
Judy Allen (Playwright, Director) Actor - Off-Broadway: Now is the Time for All Good Men; Carving a Statue; Dance Wi’ Me; La MaMa E.T.C. (member of La MaMa Plexus): Spring Voices; Toy Show; The Myths of America Smith; Regional: Houdini with Christopher Walken; John and Abigail with Anne Bancroft and James Broderick; Sister Mary Ignatius and many others. Judy is founder and director of Apple Tree Productions, writing, producing and directing plays for children and grown-ups in the Hudson Valley and beyond. Lost and Found is her second one-act play and was a finalist in the recent Aery Theatre Company one-act competition in Garrison, NY. Her first play, Patriot Act, was presented in Garrison in spring, 2006.
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