Treasure Island Cast

Charlie Bensinger

Dr. Livesey

Charlie Bensinger is thrilled to be returning to the Fulton Theatre! He first made his debut at the Fulton in Titanic, understudying Barrett and playing a handful of ensemble roles. Other Fulton credits include Sleeping Beauty (Prince Hunter), Junie B. Jones (Herb), Joseph (Ensemble/ u/s Joseph & Reuben), and Beautiful (cover for Neil Sedaka/ high righteous), Anastasia (ensemble), and Cats (Quaxo). BFA Temple University Musical Theater. Love and thanks to Mom, Dad, Emily, and Adam!

 

Melissa Faraci

Israel Hands

Mel has been fortunate to perform regionally and around the world by land and by sea over the past 20 years. Most recently in Lancaster; 9-5, Junie B. Jones, In the Heights (Fulton) and LSO at Long’s Park. Thanks and love always my little love Lucy, my bigger love Kevin, and to this beautiful community that adamantly supports live theatre!

Joshua William Green*

Long John Silver/ Rum Seller

Lancaster-based performer, director, choreographer, and recording artist by way of New York City. He directs, choreographs, and performs throughout the greater Lancaster area and regionally across the nation. Notable credits include: ROCKTOPIA On Broadway!, RAGTIME revival national tour, Finding Neverland national tour, background singer for SAM SMITH on the 2018 Grammy Awards, and he competed with JWIS on season 16 of AMERICA’S GOT TALENT. For more information and to find his newly released EP SEARCHIN FOR MY HEART visit JoshuaWilliamGreen.net

Andrew Kindig*

Squire Trelawney

Arrr, it be warmin’ me barnacled heart to see ye at the theatre! Who needs a bio…instead, Pirate jokes. What’s a pirate’s favorite musical note? The high C. Why did the pirate paint a letter on his dog? Because X marks the Spot. Why does a pirate always have a smartphone with him? Because he may need to scan a QRRRRRR Code. Me deepest thanks be to me loyal mates (Randall, Joey, Marc, and the rest) for their steadfast support—ye keep me ship afloat! And love to me treasure (K, A, and C).

Brad Myer

Abraham Gray

Brad Myer is excited to return to the Fulton stage in Treasure Island! Previous Fulton credits include Jersey Boys, Forever Plaid, and multiple Family Series productions. Brad is currently based in Lancaster, PA, and holds a BFA in Musical Theatre. Favorite regional credits include Florida Studio Theatre (Lucky Stiff), Palace Theatres (Jersey Boys), Totem Pole Playhouse (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Jersey Boys), American Music Theatre (The First Noel), Prima Theatre (You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown), and Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre (Ragtime, Newsies). Thanks to Joey, Randall, and the rest of the Fulton team for this opportunity, and to his family and friends for their constant support. John 16:33 IG: @brad.myer

Samantha Roche

Cap'n Flint

Sam is thrilled to be returning to the Fulton Theatre for Treasure Island! She is extra excited to get to share the stage with her lovely boyfriend Joshua Starczewski. Most recently, she was Sillabub in Fulton theatre’s Cats. Other recent credits include: Beautiful and Beauty and the Beast at Walnut Street Theatre, Anastasia (Anya), Grease (Rizzo), and Mamma Mia (Sophie). She’d like to give a special thanks to her incredible parents, boyfriend, and siblings for providing her with endless love and support. @samantha.roche

Joshua Schriver

Billy Bones/Job Anderson

Joshua Schriver is ecstatic to be making his Fulton Theatre debut in this production of Treasure Island. Previous credits include Quasimodo in “The Hunchback Of Notre Dame, Beast in “Beauty and the Beast” (Keystone Theatrics), and Jamie in “The Last Five Years” (Theatre Harrisburg). He’d like to thank his parents, family, and friends for all of their support.

Cody Smith*

Ben Gunn/Blind Pew

CODY SMITH is a performer, director, choreographer, and real estate agent hailing from Lancaster, PA. He was a dancer/swing in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in New York for 18 years. Cody has toured with the Christmas Spectacular and with Beauty and the Beast. He has also performed regionally in Chicago and in numerous productions at The Fulton, including Brigadoon, Hello, Dolly!, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, A Chorus Line, Joseph, Newsies!, 9 to 5, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Cody was the director of the Hempfield High School Theatre and Dance programs for many years. He has also directed and choreographed numerous shows for EPAC, the Fulton Theatre (TYA series and Main Stage), Gretna Theater, Prima, Dutch Apple, and Totem Pole Playhouse. Cody is a member of Actors’ Equity, the American Guild of Variety Artists, NAR, PAR, and LCAR.

Joshua Starczewski

Jim Hawkins/Street Merchant

Josh is delighted to be appearing in his first show at the Fulton Theatre. He cannot wait for the opportunity to share the stage with his exceptionally talented girlfriend, Samantha Roche. After working as an understudy at the Walnut Street Theatre, Josh has most recently been on stage in Anastasia (Dmitry), Next to Normal (Gabe), and Grease (Kenickie). He would like to thank the entire production team and staff at the Fulton for bringing him aboard. @joshuastarczewski

Mark Tinkey*

Mr. Arrow

is excited to return for his 5th TYA production here at The Fulton. Other Fulton credits include Beautiful, Joseph…Dreamcoat, and Shear Madness. Select regional, All My Sons, Ah, Wilderness!, Beauty and the Beast, JC Superstar, and the world premiere of FBI Girl at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, where he originated the role of Joey. Thanks, Joey, Marc, Randall and especially Mama and Emmett (my furry best friend). Follow me on YouTube @creativejourneyswithMark and @MyDollThreadz.

Ian J. Wettlaufer*

Tom Morgan

is thrilled to be returning to the Fulton Theatre for his first Family Series show with the company! Fulton Credits: It’s a Wonderful Life (Mr. Heywood/Mr. Filmore u/s), Jekyll & Hyde (Lord Savage/Spider). Other theatre credits include Paul Kelly/Mr. Sawyer/Principal Gowan in Heathers (Genesius), Trinculo in The Tempest (Lancaster Shakespeare Theatre), and Barnaby Tucker in Hello Dolly (Susquehanna Stage Company). Film credits include Dad in The Green Room (Temple University). He would like to thank his family and friends for always believing in him! Parley?…iykyk

Reji Woods*

George Merry

Reji is thrilled to be returning to the Fulton Theatre stage, having been last seen as a grinning cat and the “Dum” twin in Robin & Clark’s, Alice In Wonderland. He has performed throughout the United States as well as in Paris, Amsterdam, and India. Reji is the co-founder/owner of Bending Threads Cabaret Company based in New York, NY, and the founder of Reji Woods Productions based in Lancaster, PA.  He made his Broadway debut in Rocktopia and has enjoyed an extensive New York/Off-Broadway, national tour and regional theatre acting career. Reji is also enjoying a burgeoning television career with featured roles in the Orange Is The New Black, Diarra From Detroit, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. His most recent film credit is as Darold Walton in the award-winning comedy, Tapawingo (with John Heder, Billy Zane, and Gina Gershon). Reji currently teaches voice and acting throughout Lancaster County and creates/directs cabaret and revue shows in the Lancaster County area.  He is the Theatre Director at Ephrata High School and enjoys living in the Ephrata area with his wife, Audra, and their adorable cats, Molly & Cheddar.

Andrew Zahn

Cpt. Smollett

Fulton: And Then There Were None, Misery, Titanic, Doubt, Ragtime Concert, Jersey Boys, Little Mermaid, Alice in Wonderland, Rags. Having spent over 25 years in Lancaster, Andrew enjoys working (and playing!) at Gretna Theatre, Servant Stage, and other local theaters. Andrew serves on staff at Servant Stage in Development & Community Relations and is tremendously grateful for this wonderful community of creatives! He thanks the Fulton team for having him back and sends love to Kate and Sarah!