The Addams Family Cast & Crew Bios

 Amanda Luong (Wednesday Addams) Amanda is so excited to be playing Wednesday Addams! This is her fourth show with Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company which includes roles in Birthday Candles, Into the Woods and Guys and Dolls. Past credits include Little Women (Amy March), Into the Woods (Little Red), The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Helena Landless), Disenchanted (Hua Mulan), and The Little Mermaid Jr (Ariel). Endless love to her family and friends for always supporting her ♡  

 Kami Crary (Executive Producer/Grandma Addams) Kami is appearing as Grandma Addams in this comic musical, having last been seen in the ensemble of South Pacific, as Golde in Fiddler on The Roof, Ernestine in Birthday Candles and other fun roles in LRTC's cabarets and shows.  She is a seasoned performer on stages from Boston to Baltimore. When not performing she is a professional event planner and fundraiser but behind the scenes she wears many hats from set construction, props, social media to name a few. Thank you to the talented LRTC board of directors and to her co- founder and President for realizing a safe space for artists to make Art with Impact. She is honored to be part of this production, and extends heartfelt thanks to CSJ, as well as the dedicated cast and crew, for coming together to create theater that helps beyond the stage lights. Love to Tony, pup StanLee, and to you—our audience—for supporting live theatre. 

Joe Kassner (Gomez Addams)  Joe is delighted to be performing in his first show with Lighthouse Repertory. He most recently played Sir Andrew Aguecheek with Carriage House Players where he previously played Francis Ford in Merry Wives of Windsor and Peter Quince in A Midsummer Night's Dream. Some of his favorite roles include The D'Ysquith Family in A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder at Star Playhouse, Patsy in Spamalot and Barry Glickman in The Prom at CM Performing Arts Center and Pat/Sassafras  in the Off-Broadway production of Ben Boecker's My True Love at the Players Theatre. As always, love to Marc and Emma! 

Liz Spencer (Stage Manager) is so very excited to be stage managing her first mainstage show! And she couldn't think of a better team or cast to be doing it with - HUGE thank you to Jackie, Tony, Tyler, Mackenzie, and Joe. She would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her, this incredible cast for being so easy and fun to work with, and you, the person reading this. Thank you for making what we do worthwhile.

Stephanie Schrader (Morticia Addams)  Stephanie is chilled to back at Lighthouse, most recently appearing as Lily in Anastasia.  You may also remember her as the Witch in Into the Woods, and Adelaide in Guys & Dolls.  She holds a BA in Music from Hartwick College and has performed all over the northeast.  Favorite past credits include Diana in Next to Normal, Peggy in 42nd Street, Audrey in Little Shop, Donna/Oolie in City of Angels, Woman 2 in Songs for a New World, Tanya in Mamma Mia! and Carrie in Carousel.  Much love to the whole fam for their constant support! 

Denise Antonelle (Morticia Addams)  Denise is making her LRTC debut. It is fair to say this is one of Denise's favorite roles, and she is thrilled to reprise it in her first Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company production. Some of her other favorite roles include 9 to 5, the Musical (Violet), The King and I (Anna), Into the Woods (Baker's Wife), Mamma Mia (Tanya), The Music Man (Marian Paroo), and Bye, Bye Birdie (Rose Alvarez). She is happy to be working with this talented cast and sends many thanks to the production team. To my friends and family, especially AEKPM&D - thank you for your love and support, it means the world to me! For GA, my biggest fan, love and miss you! Dedicated to her OG-G - Mon Cher, gone too soon, but not forgotten!  

Maggie Robinson (Alice Beineke) Maggie is thrilled to be making her Lighthouse debut, and reprising one of her favorite roles! She has been performing in community theaters across Long Island for over 20 years and some of her recent credits include: Julie/Diane/Debbie & others in “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change”, Miss Hannigan in “Annie”,  Margaret White in “Carrie”, Dee Dee Allen in “The Prom”, Miss Honey in “Matilda”, Diana Goodman in “Next to Normal”, and Mother Superior in “Sister Act.” Thank you to Tony, Jackie, Tyler, Joe, Kami, and Liz for this opportunity; and of course to her husband, Jonathan, and their furbaby Tracy, for loving her even when she’s “crazier than you.”  She dedicates her performance as Alice to the memory of her previous Gomez, Mr. Jon Rivera. “Tomorrow is a gift, not a promise. Act accordingly.”  

Amanda K. Cataldo (Alice Beineke) is thrilled beyond measure to join this incredible cast and company.  Favorite credits include Baker's Wife (Into the Woods), Frau Blucher (Young Frankenstein), Jenny Steinberg (It Shoulda Been You), Domina (A Funny Thing...Forum), Rosie (Mamma Mia!), Mrs. Potts (Beauty and the Beast), and Emma Parker (Bonnie & Clyde).  Amanda wishes to thank her amazing family and friends for their love and support.  

Francine Gangone (Wednesday Addams) Francine is excited to be back for her second show with Lighthouse, this time as Wednesday Addams! Francine was last seen in the ensemble of Lighthouse’s production of South Pacific. Francine’s other theater credits include Disney Cruise Line, the Gaylord Texan Hotel & Resort and the long running Off-Broadway cabaret series, Let’s Broadway!
When not playing pretend, Francine is a teaching assistant in special education. 

Tyler Patrick Matos (Choreographer) Tyler is very excited to return to Lighthouse, after previously choreographing South Pacific, Anastasia and Fiddler on the Roof. Currently, Tyler is the director and choreographer for the Harborfields High School Theatre Company and the senior theatre program at Stage 74 at SYJCC. He has worked with directors and mentors Zi Alikahn (Hamilton), Scott Ebersold (The View UpStairs) and Dan Domenech (Heathers).

Some favorite directing/choreography credits include Next to Normal, Spring Awakening, Rent, Cabaret, Dogfight, Bare: A Pop Opera, Twelfth Night, Hair, Carrie, Pippin, The Prom, A Chorus Line, Legally Blonde, The Wedding Singer, Heathers and Footloose. Tyler would like to thank Tony, Joe, Jackie, Mackenzie, Kami and Liz for their hard work and passion for this production and program. So much love to my family, friends, and Dandy. “As always, this one is for you, Mom & Em.”

 Joe Mankowski (Music Director) is honored to serve both on the board of Lighthouse Rep., as well as Music Director for this production. He has served locally and regionally as musical director for such shows as Man Of La Mancha, 1776, South Pacific, Little Shop Of Horrors, Shrek, and Lucky Stiff, and has directed I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change!, A Grand Night For Singing, and Camelot. He will be music directing Lighthouse's children's show the Wizard of Oz. As an actor, he has appeared in two independent films - Send No Flowers, starring Sean Young (currently streaming on Amazon Prime), and The Long Island Serial Killer - as well as dozens of musicals and plays on Long Island. He can currently be seen all over Long Island as the lead singer of the rock cover band, Rock Island Sound. In 2013, he lent his vocals to the award winning children's album, Happy As Clams. When not performing, Joe serves as the Director of Music for St. Lawrence the Martyr RC Church in Sayville. 

Tony Chiofalo (Gomez Addams) 

Tony is an award-winning director and seasoned theatre professional with experience spanning Off-Broadway, Regional, and LI theaters. He is a U.S. Army Veteran and passionate nonprofit volunteer, and the President and co-founder of Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company. Some favorite credits include: Off-Broadway:  "Truffles-Jazz Murder Mystery" (Dante),  Regional: John W. Engeman Theatre - "Memphis" (Collins/Grant), Gateway Playhouse - "West Side Story" (Lt. Schrank); Long Island:  "The Music Man" (Hill),  "Funny Girl" (Nicky), "My Fair Lady" (Doolittle), "Guys and Dolls" (Nathan). "Oliver" (Bill Sikes). Tony thanks his cast, creative, and technical team for their dedication and talents. Special thanks to his loving wife, and dedicated Lighthouse co-founder, Kami.

Corinne Murphy (Grandma Addams) Corinne Murphy is pleased to be appearing in another Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company performance.  This is Corinne‘s third lighthouse production in a row. She was also a Grandma in Fiddler on the Roof and the head nurse in South Pacific. When she’s not at lighthouse she’s a school nurse directing the school show there. Safe to say she loves the theatre and is happy to have found a home at Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company this past year. 

Sawyer Goldfeder (Lucas/Ancestor) is thrilled to be playing LUCAS/ANCESTOR in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. This is Sawyer’s 4th show with Lighthouse Repertory Theatre. You may have previously seen him in his other Lighthouse roles: ENSEMBLE in ANASTASIA, MOTEL/RUSSIAN in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, and PROFESSOR in SOUTH PACIFIC. Some of Sawyer’s other credits include OLIVER RIVERS in PUFFS, MEDVEDENKO in THE SEAGULL, EDDIE JAFFE/JOE ZUTTY in WORKING, and EVERYBODY/STUFF/COUSIN in EVERYBODY. Sawyer currently works as a Game Host at Escapology in Levittown. He is also currently enrolled in the Julliard Extension Voice Essentials online program. He would like to thank his family for being so supportive of his art and would like to thank Jacklyn Lisi and Tony Chiofalo for this amazing opportunity. This show is a real treat, and Sawyer hopes that you have an amazing experience watching it. You can follow Sawyer on Instagram @sawyer.goldfeder.

Wes Kreit (Lucas Beinke/Ancestor Caveman) Wes is thrilled to return to the stage for his first Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company production. Previous credits include Urinetown (Tiny Tom), Once Upon a Mattress (Prince Dauntless), Pippin (Pippin), Cheek to Cheek (Irving Berlin), All Shook Up (Dennis), and roles in Oklahoma!, Grease, Bye Bye Birdie, 13, Heathers, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Legally Blonde, and Into the Woods. 

Chris Connor (Fester Addams) Chris is ecstatic to join Lighthouse Repertory Theatre's production of The Addams Family as Uncle Fester in his third Mainstage production with this company. You might recognize some of Chris' past work as Dan (Next to Normal), Nicely-Nicely Johnson (Guys & Dolls), Nicky (Avenue Q), Ted (Peter & The Starcatcher), Peter Van Daan (The Diary of Anne Frank), and Shrek (Shrek the Musical), as well as Lighthouse Repertory Theatre's cabarets: Heart of Broadway and Winter Wishes. Chris wants to thank the cast and crew for all their hard work and dedication; Tony and Jackie for being fantastic directors and for this wonderful opportunity; all his family and friends for their support over the years; and, of course, our incredible audience members who continue to support Chris in every step of his journey. Chris hopes you sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! 

Michael Goodwin (Uncle Fester Addams) This is Michael's fifth show with LRTC! Michael couldn’t be more thrilled to be back on the Lighthouse stage.  Having just finished Beyond Therapy in Lindenhurst and most recently for Lighthouse Luther Billis in South Pacific.  He hopes you enjoy the show as much as he does performing it for you. 

Ellie Morrison (Pugsley Addams) She is excited to make her Lighthouse Repertory debut as Pugsley. She has had a wonderful experience with Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company and loves playing Pugsley. This is Ellie’s third year in community theater, she has been cast in over 15 shows in that time. Her past roles have included Tracey Turnblad in Hairspray, Flounder in The Little Mermaid and Babette in Beauty and the Beast, and she is looking forward to being in the children’s ensemble of Oliver! with LRTC this November. She is a student at the Broadway Experience and a member of the competition team there. She wants to thank The Production Team for this opportunity and for making this process so much fun!

Saraphina Grayce (Pugsley Addams) is so excited to return to Lighthouse Rep to perform in The Addams Family. Some of her most memorable credits include Anastasia (Young Anastasia/Alexei), School of Rock (Katie Travis), Beetlejuice Jr (Lydia Deetz), Elf Jr (Jovie), Matilda Jr (Matilda). Saraphina also has appeared in several short films, tv series and commercials as well as performed in cabarets at multiple venues in the city. Saraphina is so appreciative to Tony & Jackie for giving her the chance to be a part of this spectacularly talented family this fall. @saraphina.grayce
 

Ryan Montgomery (Pugsley Addams) Making his Lighthouse Rep mainstage debut, Ryan, age 11, is thrilled to be causing chaos as Pugsley in The Addams Family! Previous roles include Maurice in Beauty and the Beast Jr, The White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland Jr, The Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz Jr, and George Banks in Mary Poppins Jr. When not plotting sibling mischief (only on stage!) Ryan enjoys playing the piano, singing and dreaming of his next role.  

Paul Phillips (Mal Beineke) Paul is beyond excited to be back at Lighthouse Rep, after appearing last summer as Lorenzo in A Bronx Tale.  Paul would like to thank Tony, Jackie, Kami and Joe for this amazing opportunity.  Paul's favorite credits include The Prom (Barry), Rock of Ages (Hertz), Beauty and the Beast (Maurice), and Murder on the Orient Express (MacQueen).  When not on stage, Paul is a Clinical Social Worker and Educator.  Paul would like to thank his family and friends for all their support!  For Jenny, always.  “Don't dream it, be it”. 

Mark MacGregor (Mal Bienke) Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company Debut!  Mark is a newcomer to the Long Island theatre scene, tonight marks his second production overall as well as his Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company's debut!  Prior to tonight's show, Mark took on the role of Count Gregory in Anastasia (CP of Northport).  He's eternally grateful to his wife for her continued support and looks forward to what the future holds. 

Courtney Keslowitz (Ancestor Pirate) Courtney is thrilled to be in the ensemble of the Mainstage production of The Addams Family as an Ancestor at the Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company. Favorite theatre credits include Edna (Hairspray), Skye (Beetlejuice), Oaken (Frozen), Grace Farrell (Annie), Ensign Cora Macrae (South Pacific), and Little Red (Ink to Impact). Thank you to Tony, Jackie, Joe and so many more for including her on the fun. Love to the cast. Huge thank you to my family and friends, it isn't possible without you! 

Jacklyn Lisi (Co-Director) Jacklyn is thrilled to have co-directed The Addams Family alongside Tony and the DREAM TEAM - Joe, her best friend Liz, Tyler, and Mackenzie! She couldn’t have asked for a better group to bring this wonderfully weird and hilarious family to life. Jacklyn is no stranger to Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company. As the Youth Services Coordinator for Lighthouse’s youth program, she has directed Annie Jr., Shrek Jr., and The Little Mermaid Jr., with The Wizard of Oz Jr. coming this fall. She also directed Lighthouse’s main stage production of Blithe Spirit last fall. When she’s not behind the scenes, Jacklyn can usually be found onstage. Recent Lighthouse credits include Nellie in South Pacific, Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof, Anya/Anastasia in Anastasia, the Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods, and Molly in Peter and the Starcatcher. Other favorites include Sally Bowles in Cabaret, Louise in Gypsy, Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Suzy Hendrix in Wait Until Dark, and Abigail Williams in The Crucible. Next up, she’ll be stepping onstage as Nancy in Oliver! this November. Jacklyn is incredibly grateful to the talented cast and crew of The Addams Family, and especially to her fiancé, Stephen, for being her biggest supporter, favorite costar, and partner in all of life’s adventures. After recently getting engaged, she’s looking forward to her next - and most exciting - role yet: marrying the love of her life!

Mackenzie Waite (Ancestor Swing/Assistant Choreographer) Mackenzie is thrilled to be back at Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company as assistant choreographer to her friend Tyler. She is a graduate of SUNY Fredonia with degrees in B.A. French, B.S. Dance, B.A. Theatre Arts with a concentration in acting/directing and minors in Spanish and Dance Studio Administration. Recent credits include Chava/dance captain “Fiddler on the Roof”, Delta Nu “Legally Blonde”, Dance captain/Odette/Olga “Anastasia”, Laura “I’ll be Back Before Midnight”. Up next she will be co-choreographing “Oliver” with LRTC this November. She would like to thank the cast and crew for all their hard work! @Mackenzie_Waite 

Kayla Sackler Wrobel (Ancestor) is extremely excited to be returning to the Lighthouse Theater Company. She is a member of the LRTC advisory board and she thanks the cast and crew for their hard work.

 Scott Brady (Ancestor Conquistador) Scott Scott is thrilled to be returning to the Lighthouse Repertory Theatre's stage! You may have seen him recently in the South Shore Theatre Experience's production of Urinetown as Officer Lockstock! Other credits include Count Gregory in Anastasia and Stewpot in South Pacific, both of which were also Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company productions. 

Aria Hahn (Thing/Cousin Itt) Aria is happy to be making her Lighthouse Repertory Theater Mainstage Debut in Addams Family. Past roles include Young Fiona (Shrek Jr.), Kate (Annie), and Supercalifraglistic Twin (Mary Poppins Jr.). She also loves performing in cabarets in New York City. When not performing, her favorite activities include ninja warrior training, and being with her friends and family. She is very grateful to Tony and the entire Lighthouse team for trusting her with such quirky and fun characters. She is also so thankful for her friends and family who have always been her biggest supporters.

Wyatt Poole (Thing/Cousin Itt) Wyatt is a 9-year-old performer who loves singing, acting and dancing. He is thrilled to make his Lighthouse Theatre Company debut in The Addams Family. Wyatt's favorite roles have been Charlie Bucket in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Kids, Marty the Zebra in Madagascar Jr., and Troy Bolton in High School Musical Jr. He was inspired to start theater by his sister, Riley, and is grateful for the opportunity to be part of this main stage production. Wyatt wishes the entire cast of The Addams Family a fantastic show!

Gigi Morrison (Ancestor Flight Attendant)  Gigi Morrison is making her Lighthouse Repertory debut as a member of the adult ensemble. Gigi is a student at the Long Island High School for the Arts and has been acting in community theater for 3 years. She has appeared in over 20 shows in that time, her favorite roles include Annabeth from The Lightning Thief, Penny Pingelton in Hairspray, Sue Snell in Carrie and Miss Honey in Matilda. She is looking forward to her role as Charlotte in Oliver! with Lighthouse Repertory next! Gigi is also a member of the Broadway Experience competition team.  She is grateful to The Production Team for the opportunity to be here! 

 Glenn McKay (Lurch) Glenn is ecstatic to be back with the Addams Family as Lurch. Previous roles of note include Fyedka (Fiddler On The Roof), Benny Southstreet (Guys and Dolls), Richard Henry Lee (1776), and Peter (Jesus Christ Superstar). He is grateful to Jackie, Liz, and the whole Addams family for a frighteningly fun time. Look for him next as Ralph in Groundhog Day at Stage 74! 

Vinny Negro (Lurch) Gggrrrarrrghhh 

Ava Gardner ( Ancestor Saloon Girl) Ava is so excited to be making her Lighthouse Rep debut! After growing up in Pennsylvania, Ava moved to Long Island to pursue a musical theater degree at LIU Post. She recently made her NYC debut in The Book Club at The Flea theatre in Manhattan and is scheduled to graduate from college this May. She thanks you for coming to see this show and supporting live theater!

Mackenzie Rosado (Child Ancestor Gypsy) Mackenzie is an 8th grader who is thrilled to be given the opportunity to join Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company in their mainstage production of The Addams Family. In addition to her theater roles in middle school, Mackenzie can also be caught on this stage, previously appearing in Lighthouse Theatre's productions of South Pacific, Fiddler on the Roof and Anastasia. She would like to thank the cast and crew for their continued support and guidance and to Jackie for always being there for her! 

Ava Day Lugo - (Child Ancestor Hippie) Ava is thrilled to return for her fourth Lighthouse Main Stage production. She’s recently appeared as Ngana in South Pacific, Shprintze in Fiddler on the Roof and Young Anastasia / Alexei in Anastasia. Favorite other Main Stage credits include Kate in Annie, C.G. Patterson in Annie Warbucks and Charlie Bates in Oliver. Many thanks to Tony, Jackie, Kami, Joe, Liz and Tyler for this incredible opportunity and experience - as well as the rest of this brilliantly talented cast and crew. Thanks always to Mom and Dad for your love and support.

Madeline Deaner  (Child Ancestor Baseball Player) Madeline is excited for her second main stage performance with Lighthouse. Her recent notable roles include Hei Hei in Moana Jr., Bielke in Fiddler on the Roof, and July in Annie. Madeline also enjoys singing, swimming and arts and crafts.  

Teagan Reilly (Child Ancestor Nurse) Teagan is passionate about theater, music and singing. She’s so excited to be making her Lighthouse Theater debut in one of her favorite musicals! She will also be seen in the fall production of Oliver!

Olivia Marchese (Ancestor Bride) This is Olivia’s first time performing with Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company but she’s been on stage since she was 4 years old and is so excited to be involved in a local theatre!!  

Nicole Piervencenti (Ancestor Flapper) Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company Debut! Nicole is excited to be back onstage and so grateful for the opportunity to join the Lighthouse family! Nicole would like to thank her friends and family for all of their love & support!!! 

Ed has over 50 years of experience designing and running sound and lighting at various theatre venues throught Long Island. He works at Disney and Universal studios in Florida.

Kirby Mason (Tech) Kirby is thrilled to be returning to LRTC. On stage and behind the scenes is where my first love grew.