Announcing the Cast of
"It's a Wonderful Life"
Ben Morgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jake Laurents
Voices: George Bailey and Young George Bailey
Ben Morgan is a local actor, playwright, and sound designer. You may have recently seen Ben in Theatre Tulsa's productions of The Crucible (Reverend Parris) and The Play that Goes Wrong (Robert), Everett Leviness' Interlinked (Christian), and Heller Theatre Company's Oklahoma Red (Bubba). Ben also wrote, directed, and produced his first original production The Dead Guy in the Pool in September. He hopes patrons have a wonderful time!
Chae Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sally Applewhite
Voices: Mary Hatch / Bailey and Young Mary Hatch
Chae Page has grown up in the theatre, either on stage, in the audience, or occasionally stuck in the prop closet. She recently appeared in Moon Over Buffalo and The Mousetrap here at BACP. Chae is delighted to return for It’s a Wonderful Life and dedicates this performance to her dad, who – like George Bailey – has always set aside his own goals to love and serve others.
Russell Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . Freddy Filmore
Voices: Announcer, Mr. Gower, Mr. Potter, Uncle Billy, Joseph, Peter Bailey, Ernie, Old Man Collins, Ed, Pete, Man (at Martini’s), Nick, Bridge Keeper, Binky (bouncer at Martini’s), and the Cop
Russell Mills is a former journalist, whose most recent stint was with a local radio station. His roots in theater stretch all the way back to middle school, though admittedly most of his experience is behind the scenes. He also serves as emcee and host for Second Sunday Serials (Heller Theater) and Circle Cinema Sandbox. He's thrilled to help bring these wonderful characters to life for a new generation.
Shadia Dahlal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lana Sherwood
Voices: Violet Bick, Young Violet, Rose Bailey, Matilda, Ruth, Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Thompson, Schultz, Zuzu, Janie, Sadie Vance
Shadia Dahlal has worked as an actor, director, dancer, choreographer, producer and writer. She was playwright-in-residence for Heller Theatre Company from 2019-2023. She holds a BA in theater from Cal-State University Fullerton, CA and an MA in theater from OSU.
Michael Schumaker . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . Harry “Jazzbo” Heywood
Voices: Harry Bailey, Young Harry, Bert, Clarence Oddbody, Sam Wainwright, Martini, Dr. Campbell, Charlie, Man (at run on bank), Horace the Teller, Mr. Welch, Tommy, Sheriff
Michael Schumacher is an actor from Tulsa, OK, and is thrilled to be back in another production at the BACP. Michael's previous roles at the BACP include "Matt" in The Pendulum of Injustice and "The Narrator" in The Barnstormers of Space.
George Romero . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . Peppy the Sound Engineer
George Romero is the founder of Blackjack Rewrite Company and has been working with arts and nonprofit agencies for over thirty years. She’s explored everything from visual curation and product design to cat birthday parties and stand up comedy. There is a coffee spill on almost everything she owns and she can’t go more than a week without devouring an avocado.
Stephen Judd . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . Steve the Stage Manager
First time performing at BACP, Steve was encouraged by friends to give live theater a shot. He has hosted a number of small Lip Sync competitions, and formerly appeared as “Tree #4” in the Barnard Elementary production of “Springtime Festival” in 1969. He is thrilled to be working with the talented cast and crew of this production, and thanks his friends and family for their advice and support.
Ron Hackney . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . Jack the Foley Artist
Ron is pleased to be back at BACP for the 4th time. He is excited to be part of a great cast and crew! Before this, he most recently performed here in Murder’s in the Heir and The Barnstormers of Space. Happy Holidays and enjoy the show!
Linda Stephens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Studio A Pianist
Having played for hundreds of musicals across the greater Tulsa Community Theatre Area for many years, Linda Stephens is thrilled to return to the Broken Arrow Community Playhouse and be a part of this incredible production!
Thanks to everyone who came out for auditions!