The Play That Goes Wrong at La Comedia

Max Bartel

Max is thrilled to be back at LaComedia for his third show of the season. You may have seen him recently in Into the Woods (Wolf, Cinderella’s Prince) or Children of Eden (Storyteller, Father cover). Other favorite productions include The Butterfly Guild’s Into the Woods (Rapunzel’s Prince), The Diary of Anne Frank (Otto Frank) and My Fair Lady (Alfred Doolittle). Max is also very excited to be joining Your Favorite NPC’s this year at the Ohio Renaissance Festival. Look out for him around the Faire and in the Naughty Body Pub Show. “Enjoy the show!”

Frankie Breit

Frankie is delighted to make his return to La Comedia after appearing as Noah in Children of Eden. A Milwaukee native, Frankie has made his mark on the acting world within both theatre and film. Film Credits: Reasonable Doubt (Marché du Film - Cannes Film Festival); Dollar Store Killers (FearPix); Song of Lahke (PicoBlvdEnt); Strings (BeanBoxStudios); Where’s Johnny (Firehouse Film Collective). Theatre Credits: Changing Channels (Peninsula Players); Elf: The Musical (Birder Players); Young Frankenstein (Spotlight Productions). Frankie would like to thank his friends, family and to his mom and dad for their endless support; he couldn’t be living his dream without them. Huge shout out to the entire cast and crew - the best of the best. frankiebreit.com

Charmien Byrd

Charmien is back for her eighth production after recently portraying Molly Jensen in Ghost: The Musical and Rapunzel in Into The Woods. She graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Specialized Studies in Musical Theatre Performance and Media Production in 2019 and has since appeared Off-Broadway several times, including 54 Sings Bo Burnham Volume 2 (54 Below), Estrella in Life Is A Dream (Gene Frankel Theatre), and originating the role of Gluttony in Infernal: The Musical (Theater 555). She has also toured as a Michael Jackson backup dancer for impersonator MJDejaVu. Other favorite roles include Kate Monster in Avenue Q, Johanna in Sweeney Todd, and Hunyak in Chicago. She would like to thank her husband Montana, her family, friends, and God for all their love and support. www.charmienbyrd.com.

Montana Iverson

Montana is excited to return to La Comedia. Previously, he has portrayed Sam Wheat in Ghost: The Musical, Jesus in Godspell, and Rapunzel’s Prince in Into The Woods. He has performed at 54 Below in NYC, Center Stage in Atlanta, and spent two seasons at Kings Island. Montana is currently an actor/model/VO artist for Heyman Talent in Cincinnati and The Talent Group in Pittsburgh. He thanks his family, friends, and loving wife for their continuous support. “Enjoy the show!”

Dylan Jackson

Dylan returns to our stage after last appearing as Carl Bruner in Ghost: The Musical. A graduate of the New York Film Academy, Dylan has performed in many musicals, children's shows, and theme parks. Some of his favorite roles include, Jetsam in The Little Mermaid, Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, Nick O'Brian in Shear Madness, Marcellus in The Music Man, Chuck Cranston in Footloose, and of course Toad in the children's show A Year With Frog And Toad. Much love to his family, fiancee, and Dalton for all their support. Dylan hopes you enjoy the "flawless" production. Dedicated to George, who always loved to laugh.

Tim Lawrence

Tim is glad to return after appearing as Escapologist in Matilda, and Adam in Children of Eden. Born in London, England, he began his career with various productions in and around London including at the Royal Opera House. He received his Trinity Diplomas from Laine Theatre Arts in Surrey and soon graduated to Pantomime Prince and art house short films. Tim made his TV debut, starring in the European sitcom "Sorcières, mais pas trop" before heading to the U.S. Theatre credits include: The Narrator in A Christmas Carol, Max in The Wild Party and Paul in RENT. Tim will soon be appearing in his first feature length film, details are still under wraps @timsonaplane

Jimmy Mallas

Jimmy is excited to return to the LaComedia stage after over a decade away. He attended Wright State University, majoring in both theater and computer science. Jimmy has performed around the world with both Carnival Cruise Lines and Disney Entertainment. He has most recently won an Aubrey award for Best Major Supporting Actor in a Comedy as Benny in Footlight Frenzy. Other favorite roles include Euegene in Grease, Ginger in Eating Raul, and Jack Scott in High School Musical. He currently lives in San Diego with his beautiful wife and their furbabies. Jimmy thanks his friends and family for their support.

Leah Faith Nickell

Leah is over the moon to return to the LaComedia stage after a 23-year intermission. Perhaps you saw her as little orphan Annie in 2002. She is beyond excited to jump back on stage with an amazing new cast and crew and wouldn’t have been able to do so without her incredible friends and family encouraging her to live with her soul on fire. Special shoutout to her beautiful babies: Bentley, Kyle, Janiya, Aurora, Atlas, Aries and the best husband a girl could possibly dream. She hopes you enjoy the show as much as she enjoys performing it for you. 1 Peter 4:10.

Lauren Ping

Lauren is thrilled to be making her La Comedia debut. Her previous credits include Mary Debenham in Murder on the Orient Express, Featured Dancer in Chicago, Arista in The Little Mermaid, and Silly Girl/Babette (u/s) in Beauty and the Beast. She would like to thank her family, friends, and church community for their wonderful love and support. Psalms 103:8.

John Ray

John is incredibly excited to make his LaComedia “debut.” He is a familiar presence in the dining room, having worked at LaComedia on and off since 2001, including two tours of duty as director of service. John is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC and has performed all over Dayton. Favorite shows include The Crucible, Noises Off, The Laramie Project, and A Flea In Her Ear. Many thanks to his parents who introduced him to live theatre right here at LaComedia in 1988, and his biggest fans: his mom and sister.

Justin Reilmann

Justin is excited for the opportunity to return to La Comedia after appearing in Into the Woods and Ghost: The Musical. He has also been seen recently as Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Footlighters). He would like to thank God, his family, and his friends for their endless love and support. Special thanks to Lena Andrews and Genevieve Perrino.