Meet the Cast

Mikayla Agrella

Ensemble, u/s Evelyn Nesbit

Honored to make her Fulton debut in this spectacular piece. Favorite credits include national tours of The Last Match: A Pro-Wrestling Rock Musical (The Fabulous Miss Jenny), Anastasia (Tsarina, u/s Lily), and Las Vegas Residency of Bat Out Of Hell (Valkyrie, u/s Raven). Recent credits: The Wedding Singer (ens, u/s Linda) at the Engeman, Jesus Christ Superstar (u/s Mary) and A Gentleman’s Guide…(Miss Barley, u/s Sibella) at Riverside. Thanks to creatives, ATB, Wojcik, all at Fulton!

Kendra Alexander

Ensemble

is so excited to be back at the Fulton! Previously, she appeared in Cats (Calliope), The Wizard of Oz (Munchkin), and worked as the Child Supervisor for Elf! This summer, she has been swinging Jukebox Generation at Magic & Wonder Dinner Theatre. She is so grateful to God for this opportunity and wants to give a huge thank you to her family and friends for their endless love and support!  IG: @kendraalexanderr

Brooks Andrew

Ensemble, u/s Younger Brother

is delighted to be making his Fulton Theatre debut! National Tour: The Cher Show (Rob Camilletti/Ensemble). Select Regional: Titanic (Swing/Dance Captain, Ogunquit Playhouse), Footloose (Chuck Cranston, The John W. Engeman Theater), Catch Me If You Can (Frank Abagnale Jr, Mountain Theatre Company). Proud graduate of Elon University’s Music Theatre program. Many thanks to Dave at Daniel Hoff Agency. Love to Mom, Dad, James, Will, and all who he’s been blessed to call a friend along the way. @brooks_andrew

Dani Apple*

Ensemble, u/s Emma Goldman

Dani is thrilled her journeying led to her Fulton debut! Off-Broadway: White Rose (Theatre Row), Amid Falling Falls (National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene), and The Baker’s Wife (J2 Spotlight). Regional: Ellie Blake – Freaky Friday (Virginia Musical Theatre), Tzeitel – Fiddler (Phoenix Theatre Company), and Cinderella – Into The Woods (Phoenix Theatre Company). TV: The Waitress (FOX/Hulu’s “I Can See Your Voice”) and voice of Princess Poppy (“Rupaul’s Drag Race” Season 15). For my husband of one whole month, my Nick. IG: @apple.dani TikTok: @daniapple

Olivia Banks

Ensemble

is honored to be making her Fulton Theatre debut and first appearance at a professional regional theater. Previous credits include Minnie McKnight in Parade at EPAC and Fate 3 in Hadestown: Teen Edition at Gretna Theatre. Olivia is incredibly thankful for the people that pushed her to work hard enough to be here today, and grateful for this opportunity. Hi mom! IG @oligbanks

Tiffany Beckford

Ensemble, u/s Sarah's Friend

Tiffany Beckford is elated to be making her Fulton Theatre debut! National tours: TINA: The Tina Turner Musical, Ain’t Too Proud, American Girl Live! In Concert. Regional: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Little Eva), The Prom (Alyssa), and A Raisin in the Sun (Ruth; winner of the BroadwayWorld Delaware Award for Best Supporting Performer in a Play). Much love to my incredible support system! Keep going, keep growing, keep glowing. tiffanybeckford.com, IG: @tiffanybeckford_

Ricky Cardenas

Ensemble/Houdini

Ricky is thrilled to be making his Fulton debut in Ragtime! National Tour: Hadestown (Swing, Orpheus u/s). Regional: The MUNY (Rent), New London Barn Playhouse (A Chorus Line, Mamma Mia, & Footloose), and Axelrod Performing Arts (Evita). Upcoming: Aaron in Kimberly Akimbo at Olney Theatre Center! He would like to thank his amazing team at BlocNYC, and his friends and family for all their love and support. He would also like to thank the creative team and everyone at the Fulton for giving him the opportunity to be a part of this magical production. @rickyycardenas

Jalyn Crosby*

Ensemble/Sarah's Friend

Jalyn Crosby is thrilled to make her Fulton Theatre debut! She is from Montgomery, AL and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre at The University of Alabama. Previous professional credits include Ragtime (Ensemble/Sarah u/s), Norwegian Cruise Lines (Vocalist), Memphis (Felecia Farrell), Once on This Island (Ti Moune), Cinderella (Ensemble, Charlotte u/s), and Four Little Girls (Addie Mae Collins). Jalyn is incredibly grateful for this opportunity! IG: @jalynncrosbyy

Reagan Dewees

Ensemble

Reagan is an actress based in Downingtown, PA. She is a senior at Downingtown West High School and is thrilled to be making her Fulton debut! Some of her favorite credits include Cassie (A Chorus Line), Anya (Anastasia), and Marta (Company). She would like to thank all of her mentors for supporting her and facilitating her growth as both a performer and a person. To Mom, Dad, and Ro: Love you all forever.

Zeth Dixon

Ensemble, u/s Booker T

Zeth Dixon is a NYC based performing artist by way of Nashville, TN. Current credits include; Regional: The Cape Playhouse (Hairspray), Pioneer Theatre Company (Waitress), The Argyle Theatre (Sister Act), The John W. Engeman Theater (The Bodyguard), Flat Rock Playhouse (Cinderella, A Chorus Line), and New London Barn Playhouse (Rent, Jersey Boys, and Joseph and the Amazing…) He is an Elon Music Theatre Alumni and is overjoyed to be joining The Fulton Theatre for this magical production of Ragtime. All glory to God and a HUGE thank you to DGRW, and to the family, close friends, teachers, mentors, and loved ones who have supported along the way. Instagram: @zethdixon

D'Mariel Jones*

Ensemble

(they/he) Fulton Debut! Texas Native. Favorite credits include: Cabaret (Herman), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Drifter/Nick) at The Phoenix Theatre Company, Cabaret (Victor/“Two Ladies” Feat) at Mill Mountain Theatre, Cruel Intentions (Blaine Tuttle/Dance Captain), Ragtime (Matthew Henson/Ensemble), Cabaret (Bobby/“Two Ladies” Feat) at Lyric Stage of Dallas. B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from Texas Christian University. So much love and thanks to my family, friends, Michael and The Roster Agency, and Wojcik Casting!

Mary Beth Donahoe*

Ensemble/Brigit, u/s Mother

Mary Beth Donahoe (she/her) is delighted to be back at the Fulton! National tours: Mean Girls, Beauty and the Beast. Regional: South Pacific, White Christmas at The Fulton; Oklahoma!, The Drowsy Chaperone, Guys & Dolls at Sacramento Music Circus; Mary Poppins at Paper Mill Playhouse; Newsies (Katherine) at Westchester Broadway Theatre; multiple summers at MSMT. Dance faculty at The Neighborhood Playhouse. BFA: Ohio Northern University. Gratitude always to Hybrid & The Donahoe Team. MaryBethDonahoe.com

Ben Fankhauser*

Tateh

is delighted to be back at The Fulton after appearing as Buddy The Elf in last years production of ELF! Ben made his Broadway debut as Davey in the original cast of Disney’s Newsies. Off-Broadway: Mack & Mabel, Saturday Night, A Commercial Jingle for Regina Comet (co-author). Bar Mitzvah Boy, Dear World, Ghost Of John McCain. First National Tours: Beautiful – The Carole King Musical, Spring Awakening. Regional: Hartford Stage, Bucks County Playhouse, TUTS, Olney Theatre, Music Theatre Wichita, Gulfshore Playhouse, Denver Center, Riverside Theatre, Sacramento Music Circus, Papermill Playhouse. TV/Film: “FBI: Most Wanted,” “The Deuce,” “Indoor Boys” “Newsies Live On Broadway.” Hear more on Spotify, iTunes and YouTube. @PlzNfankU

Madeline Fansler

Ensemble/Kathleen

is thrilled to be making her Fulton debut in Ragtime. Originally hailing from Telluride, Colorado, Fansler was most recently seen as Jenna in Waitress at Shadowland Stages. Other credits include the Shanghai company of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, the Australian tour of Six the Musical, and the US national/international tour of Kinky Boots. Endless thanks to the entire Fulton team, her agents at ATB talent, her exceptional support system back home and her wonderful husband Sam. @madfans

Eden Franco*

Emma Goldman

is so grateful to be back at The Fulton! Regional: Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray (Fulton Theatre, Maine State Music Theatre). New York: All You Need Is…workshop directed by Kristin Hanggi, Sally Bowles in Cabaret (NYU), and Natalie in Next To Normal (Studio Theatre of Long Island). Bachelor of Music from NYU. Thank you to the entire Ragtime team, and Amy Lord at Eris Talent Agency. Much love to the Franco fam.
www.eden-franco.com @edensfranco

Shawn Gable

Ensemble

Previously at The Fulton: Dear Evan Hansen, Frozen, Mary Poppins, Witness for the Prosecution, Miss Saigon. Thanks to Kerry, Delaney, and Cole for your constant support, and to Alton, Marc, and Joey for another incredible opportunity at one of my favorite places to be.

Cody Gerszewski*

Ensemble/JP Morgan, u/s Father

Grateful to make his Fulton debut in this dream-show. Off-Broadway: On The Right Track (AMT Theater), Rio Uphill (The York), Edgar And Marie: A New Play (NYTF). Select Regional: Gentleman’s Guide, (The Engeman, Oregon Cabaret), Menken’s Christmas Carol (Engeman, Gateway), Great Comet (Capital City), Sunday In The Park (Sierra Rep), Jane Eyre (New City MT: Revised Premiere). Composer/Lyricist/Book Writer for the new adaptation of A Room With A View (NYC Broadway Shark Tank winner). Thanks to Scott Wojcik/Arbender Robinson! Love to my Juliebird. IG: @CGerszewski @RWAVMusical

Luke Edmund Glacken

The Little Boy

Luke is thrilled to participate in Ragtime, his first Fulton production! Credits include Holiday Inn (Charlie Winslow) with Dutch Apple, Joshua (Young Salmon) with Sight & Sound, Parade (Ensemble) with EPAC, and Anastasia (Prince Alexei/Children’s Ensemble) with Popovsky Performing Arts. He is a regular with Servant Stage and Creative Pursuits performance camps. Luke studies dance, piano and percussion.

Truly Grace

Coalhouse Walker III

is thrilled to make her Fulton Theatre debut! At 6 years old and a 1st grader, this is Truly’s very first professional theatre production, and she couldn’t be more excited. Truly loves using her imagination and “playing pretend,” and hopes this is just the start of her acting journey. She has been training in both ballet and gymnastics since the age of 4. When asked why she wanted to become an actress, Truly said: “Because my mommy is an actress!” She is making her mommy very proud. Thank you, Jesus, for opening this door to share her gifts!

Ava Rosalía Graff

Ensemble

Ava is excited to return to the Fulton stage! She is a junior Political Science major at Elizabethtown College. Recent credits include West Side Story (Ensemble, u/s “Somewhere” solo), Cats (Ensemble), and Grease (Ensemble) at the Fulton Theatre, and The Sound of Music (Ensemble, u/s Liesl, Sophia) at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre. She is thankful for the support of her friends and family and grateful to the Fulton for this wonderful opportunity!

Callie Anna Henrysen

Ensemble/Evelyn Nesbit

FULTON DEBUT! Callie is overjoyed to have the privilege of being a part of Ragtime. Recent credits: Rock of Ages (Sherrie Christian), Merrily We Roll Along (Meg Kincaid/Ensemble), & Legally Blonde (Margot, u/s Elle Woods). Callie is a fresh graduate from Manhattan School of Music, with her BM in Musical Theatre. She would like to thank her people for their endless support, especially Lorna Ventura—it truly takes a village. Grateful. @callieannahenrysen   callieannahenrysen.com

Will James Jr.

Ensemble/Booker T. Washington

Proudly Chicago born & raised. Previous work: Aragorn in Lord Of The Rings: A Musical Tale (U.S. & New Zealand premiers)  Simba, Mufasa & Ed u/s in The Lion King (2 Natl. tours & Las Vegas residency) George Washington in workshops of Hamilton (The Public Theater) Thank you, God! Eternal love to Dee, “Harmony”, “Justice”, my parents & brother. Thank you Danny & Meghan. “May the legacy of this production be more than just the songs we sing. Without justice & love for the vulnerable, marginalized & the “other”, freedom’s bell won’t fully ring.” @billydr3am

Braedyn Jones

Ensemble

Braedyn is thrilled to return to the Fulton stage! You may have recently seen him performing in various productions throughout the Lancaster area or competing at regional dance competitions. He has been dancing for 10 years, including nine years of competitive dance training across a variety of genres. He would like to thank his family, friends, and dance teachers for their continued guidance and support.

Cienna Kamanda

Ensemble

Cienna Kamanda is excited to be back for her third show at the Fulton! She was last seen in Joseph (Youth Ensemble) and White Christmas (Susan Waverly). Recently, you may have seen her in the Fulton’s RISE showcase, as Gretchen Wieners in Mean Girls (Susquehanna Stage), or as Fate 2 in Hadestown (Gretna Theatre). Cienna is a high school sophomore who loves all things music, and she would like to give the biggest thanks to her family for their endless love and support!

Bryant Martin*

Father

Recently appeared as “Richard Henry Lee” in 1776 at PaperMill Playhouse. “Admiral Richard Howe in the film “A Great Awakening” from Sight and Sound! Thanks to Lauren, Erika, Steph and the kiddos. www.bryant-martin.com

Peter McClung

Grandfather

Peter is thrilled to be returning to the Fulton . He was seen here in past productions of Sweeney Todd, 42 Street, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Some of his favorites include Waitress and Bright Star at The Actors Playhouse / Miami. The Bridges of Madison County at The Gulfcoast Symphony. The Music Man at Maine State Music Theatre. Guys and Dolls at Shenandoah Summer Theatre. Catch Me If You Can and Jersey Boys at White Plains Performing Arts Center. He toured with the political satire group “The Capital Steps”. This performance is for his 93 year old mother and amazing wife, Paulette!

Brady Miller

Ensemble/Harry K. Thaw, u/s Houdini

Honored to be making his Fulton debut with Ragtime. National Tour: 42nd Street. Regional: White Christmas (Paper Mill, Ogunquit), 42nd Street (Goodspeed), Chess (MUNY), Anything Goes (PCLO), Joseph (Tuacahn, North Shore Music Theater), Mary Poppins (Tuacahn), Young Frankenstein (Berkshire Theater Group, Bay Street, Geva), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Riverside), Jersey Boys (Stages St Louis). Many thanks to Alton, Lorna and the Ragtime & Fulton crew. Love to family, Michael & Ellie. @itsbradymiller

Joseph "Jojo" Miller

Ensemble

Joseph (Jojo) is a Lancaster local coming from McCaskey High School! This is his debut working with the Fulton for a Mainstage Series show and he is excited to be apart of this wonderful show. He’d like to thank his mom for believing in him, his friends and his past directors, teachers and any adults who believed in his talent and drive to end up here today! Please enjoy the show!

Jordan Michael Owens

Ensemble, 1st Coalhouse u/s

Jordan Michael Owens is a classically trained baritone, dancer, and performer from Irvington, NJ. He has earned his B.A. in Music Theatre from New Jersey City University. Jordan’s notable credits include Agwe in Once On This Island, Coalhouse in Ragtime (Broadway Theatre of Pitman), Tiny Joe Dixon/Dancer in Dreamgirls, and Benny in In The Heights. He was nominated for NJACT Perry Award’s Best Supporting Lead for his portrayal of Benny. He continuously works to hone his craft and strengthen his artistic abilities. @a.la.panda (IG and Tiktok)

Erick D. Patrick*

Coalhouse Walker Jr.

Erick is grateful to be joining the cast of Ragtime here at Fulton Theatre! Theatre credits include:, The Lion King (Simba- National Tour), Jesus Christ Superstar (National Tour), Motown the Musical (National Tour), Songs For A New World (The Cape Playhouse), and Rent (Oregon Shakespeare Festival) TV: “Law & Order”, “Organized Crime”, and “FBI: Most Wanted.” Training: New York Conservatory For Dramatic Arts. Jeremiah 33:3
IG: @erickdpatrick

Nick Pattarini*

Younger Brother

Nick is thrilled to be making his Fulton Theatre Debut! National Tour: Les Misérables (Swing) Regional: Les Misérables (Ensemble/Loud Hailer). Proud graduate of CCM Musical Theater. Nick would like to thank his darling Haley, his roommates, and his friends and family for their unwavering dedication and support. He would also like to thank his director, Alton Fitzgerald White, for trusting him to help tell this beautiful and ever-relevant story once again.

Jay Poff*

Ensemble/Henry Ford, u/s Willie Conklin

is home at The Fulton! BWay: Rocktopia (The Broadway Theatre). Regional: Jesus, Jesus Christ Superstar (The Barn Theatre); Moses, Moses (Sight & Sound Theatre); Kinky Boots, Sound of Music (Fulton Theatre & MSMT); Freddie Trumper, Chess (Prima Theatre); Robert Oswald, Oswald (NYC); Concert: Vocalist, Defying Gravity w/Stephen Schwartz; Edu.: B.S. Music Business (Lee Univ.); Rep: Ann Steele Agency (NYC). www.JayPoff.com. IG: @jaypoffdotcom. Love Megan, and our boys.

Lawrence N. Rhodes

u/s The Little Boy

Lawrence is thrilled to making his debut at the Fulton Theatre. His recent theater credits include Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol (Peoples Light Theater), Olaf in Frozen (The Barn Playhouse), Grumpy in Shrek (The Barn Playhouse), Chip in Beauty and the Beast (Footlighters Theater) and Bruce in Matilda (Methacton Community Theater). He is thankful for the support and training provided by Community Song and Stage and Wayne Ballet and sends thanks and love to his family and friends for their support.

Paris Porché Richardson*

Ensemble, u/s Sarah

Paris Porché Richardson (she/her) is excited to return to the Fulton! Credits: Cinderella in Into The Woods (Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre) Charlie and The Chocolate Factory International Tour, Silly Girl in Beauty And The Beast (The Muny) Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Ogunquit, Tuacahn, Fulton), The Color Purple (The Muny), The Little Mermaid (The Lexington Theatre Company). She thanks her family, friends, and HCKR Agency for always supporting her! IG: @xparisprichx

Darian Rodriguez

Ensemble

Making his Fulton Theatre debut, Darian is honored to be a part of Ragtime. Born and raised in Lancaster County, he has always loved dancing and found even more love within theater. Credits: Mean Girls (Show Cap, Sus. Stage), Hadestown: TE (Hermes, EPAC), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Dance Cap, EPAC), The Producers (EPAC)
Instagram: Darian.jayare

Paloma Cleaves Rothacker

The Little Girl

Paloma Cleaves Rothacker is honored to return to the Fulton Theatre as the Little Girl in Ragtime. Credits: Frozen (u/s Young Anna, Fulton); Anastasia (Little Anastasia/Young Alexei, Fulton); Deck the Halls (Youth Ensemble, American Music Theatre). Other credits: Aladdin Jr. (Jasmine, Kissel Hill Elementary). Training with Catherine Walker, Jennifer Lobo, and Silver Spring Dance Conservatory. Recently attended Broadway Artists Alliance in NYC. She loves school, soccer, and her dogs! IG @paloma.performs

Grace Ellis Solomon*

Sarah

Grace-Ellis is thrilled to be making her Fulton debut! REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Ella), Footloose (Rusty), Into The Woods (Little Red RidingHood), A Bronx Tale (Jane), A Christmas Carol (Ghost of Christmas Past). She would like to thank her Mom, Grandparents, Matthew, & her HKA family. Never stop dreaming!
SOCIALS: @TheGraceEllis || www.TheGraceEllis.com || @GrellisGoodies

Alex Stone

Ensemble/Willie Conklin/Stanford White

Alex Stone is positively pumped to participate in this peerless production! NAT’L TOUR: Jesus Christ Superstar (Pilate), Fiddler on the Roof; REGIONAL: Signature Theatre: Fiddler on the Roof (Fyedka), Bridges of Madison County; Ivoryton Playhouse: 1776; Constellation Theatre: The Last Five Years; Summer Lyric Tulane: JCS (Judas), Newsies (Jack Kelly); Clinton Area Showboat: Dial M for Murder, The 39 Steps; CCM MT’19. Endless love to my family, my dog Reno, Avalon Artists Group, and Randa, always. @justalexstone

Laurie Veldheer*

Mother

is incredibly grateful to play this role and work with this amazing team and cast! Fulton Debut! Broadway: Plaza Suite (u/s Jean/Mimsey), Mamma Mia! (Sophie), Newsies OBC (Hannah, u/s Katherine). National Tours: Into The Woods (Cinderella/Granny), Hairspray (Brenda, u/s Tracy). Select Regional: Maria in The Sound Of Music (Studio Tenn), Millie in Thoroughly Modern Millie (PCLO, Paper Mill Playhouse, Maltz Jupiter), Belle in Beauty and the Beast (La Mirada), Katherine in Newsies (Broadway at Music Circus), Shelby in Steel Magnolias (Cape Playhouse). TV/Film: “Law and Order”, “Little America.” BFA in Musical Theatre from Penn State University. Originally from Grand Rapids, MI! “All glory to God and endless love and gratitude to my family, friends, and DGRW, for the continuous love and support.” @laurieveldheer

Olivia Weber

u/s The Little Girl

Olivia Weber is grateful for the opportunity to be part of Ragtime! Previous credits include Bielke in Fiddler on the Roof, Little Girl in Ragtime, Marta in The Sound of Music, and Young Anna in Frozen, all at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre. She has also performed in the American Music Theatre Christmas Shows. Olivia trains at Encore Dance Center and is a 5th grade student at St. Leo the Great School. She would like to thank her parents, her sister, and everyone at the Fulton for their support.

Landon Alexander Ray Whittington

Coalhouse Walker III

Landon is 5 years old and is so excited to be a part of Ragtime Theatre! He is a joyful, energetic, and adventurous little boy who loves to have fun, make people smile, and try new things. This is such a special experience for him as he discovers the joy of performing and being part of a theater family. He loves music, dancing, playing, and spending time with his family. He is excited to share his talent and personality with the audience and looks forward to making wonderful memories on stage! His family is so proud of him and can’t wait to watch him shine!