Brenton Lamp

Brenton Lamp is from Warren Ohio. He graduated from Howland High School as well as Trumbull Career and Technical Center where he studied Exercises Science and Sports Medicine. He also attended Chrysalis Stage Performing Arts Conservatory where he worked alongside Robert Russo,Joe Scarvell, And Chris Cavelli where he starred in West Side Story, America's Got Christmas as well as many workshops and classes. Brenton has also done shows with Black Sheeps Society where he Played Edgar Allen Poe in Nightfall of Edgar Allen Poe. Brenton will be attending Kent Asthbulla where he will get Associates in Applied Science. Brenton would like to dedicate this show to Joe Scarvell Brenton acting and life mentors. 

Catherine Patterson

Catherine "Cat" Patterson is working with Maria in Airport Encounters after a long-standing friendship that started when Cat participated as a teen in a community theatre production in Greenville that Maria directed.

Since then, Cat, has continued acting in youth, high school and community theatre.  She also has done work back stage as assistant artistic director with Jamie Heckman at Reynolds High School and Music with co-GACTOR Jen Ferguson at The Penn - Ohio Young Actors Theatre.

Cat would like to dedicate this performance as well as every other one to her late Grandma Vicky. Without her push into the arts she would not be here on stage so it’s only right to share the spotlight with her- Thank you for the music Grandma. 

Dori Yez

Even though Dori Yez has appeared in numerous productions throughout the Shenango Valley, this is her first time acting on the GACT stage. She was honored to be chosen for two scenes and is looking forward to taking the audience on a heartwarming and humorous journey. Dori is thankful for the warm welcome from her fellow castmates at the unique Willam A. Robinson Theater.

For many years Dori taught dance at a few different studios; she was also a line dance instructor at various locations in western PA and eastern OH. Last year, Dori decided to take a break from teaching to focus on her grandson, who is the absolute light of her life. She is blessed to spend time with him and fortunate that her son and daughter-in-law live close by.

Since 2018, Dori has written a monthly article online for Cleveland Country Magazine. Her subject is usually about country line dancing, but she also writes about venues, bands, people, and other topics. If you're interested in reading any of her articles, go to the CCM website and look under the features tab for country dancing. 

Elizabeth Matusz

This will be Liz’s second show with GACT. When she’s off stage, she teaches yoga and runs a restaurant. In her spare time she enjoys reading and baking. She is also a craft beer connoisseur.

Jackie Schulz

Jackie spent 15 years of her childhood performing, took a 15 year break, and started back up two years ago with GACT in Company as Jenny. She is enjoying this new season of theater opportunities and experiences!

Jenn Ferguson

Jennifer Ferguson (Gwen/Celeste) is a Greenville native who has appeared in GACT shows since 2009. Notable roles include Purity in Anything Goes, Lily St. Regis in Annie, Susan in Company, and Poppy in last year's production of Noises Off. 

Jen teaches chemistry and yearbook journalism at Hickory High School and also is the Theatre Director at Greenville High School. She is also the director of the Penn Ohio Young Actors Playhouse.Jen is also the co-owner of Expressions Academy, which offers dance, baton, and acting classes for all ages. In her spare time, she enjoys bowling, camping, and spending time with her family, including her twelve year old son Carter. 

Jennifer Ribley

Jennifer performed in school plays throughout her elementary school education.  The Wizard of Oz, Pete's Dragon, & L'il Abner to name a few.  She is now ready to return to the stage after her "brief" hiatus.  Please welcome her to the GACT team and back to the stage!

Kathy Williams

Kathy has been involved in community theater for many years. She is quite pleased  to be working with Maria in this delightful show.  Some of her favorite roles include Joanne in Company, the Drowsy Chaperone, The Witch in Into the Woods , and Miss Hannigan in Annie.  Besides being good at playing witches, Kathy enjoys getting her chops into any comedic role. Thank you to Maria for her fabulous mentoring and friendship. And to my family for their unending patience and support.