The Figs at Little Theater at Long Island University

Ava is thrilled to be performing in the Figs! Some of her previous roles include Sophie Sheridan (Mamma Mia), Vivienne Kensington (Legally Blonde), and Anita Bath (Rock of Ages). She would like to thank her family and everyone who has helped her to become the person she is now!

Beau is a junior musical theatre major hailing from Warren (and Framingham), Massachusetts. They were previously seen on the PtC stage in Emilia (Shakespeare) and behind the scenes as the Lighting Designer of Macbitches. Coming up, you can see them lighting design once again for PtC in Master Zacharius. Thanks to Mom, Dad, and their roommates Kore, Leslie, and Pesto. ig: @beau.marina.hicks

Carly is so excited to be making her mainstage debut! She is a junior BFA Musical Theatre major in the PTAT track from Kāneʻohe, Hawai’i. She was in First Year Showcase 2: House Party her freshman year. Outside of the theatre, she is the current Secretary for the Student Government Association and a sister of Sigma Delta Tau. She would like to shout out her dog, Sadie, for being her emotional support through everything and for being the best Rottweiler a girl could have. She would also like to thank everyone who supports her, and her brilliant cast and creative team for being fun to work with. She would love to dedicate this performance to Keegan Fitlow. IG: carlyomori

Chelsea is absolutely pumped to be a part of her first Mainstage show The Figs! She is a sophomore Musical Theatre major from Cleveland, Ohio. Some of her more recent performances include: First-Year Showcase (Susan), Hadestown: Teen Edition (Fate 3), and Into the Woods (Witch). Outside of performing she loves to crochet or cozy up with a good book. She wants to give a huge thank you to her family for never failing to make her feel supported, their faces in the audience bring her the greatest joy. Another big thanks to both of the incredible casts, her director Attilio Rigotti, playwright and professor Doug Robinson, and everyone else who helped to make this show happen. @chelsea.w25

Erin is a sophomore Musical Theatre major from New Haven, CT, and they are very excited to be gracing the PtC stage again in The Figs! You may have seen them in FYS 4: Unbound, where she played the role of Stevie in the play She Blows! They want to thank the amazing cast and production team for being so amazing and fun to work with, their family and friends for always being so supportive, and the audience for just showing up!

Gabriel is so excited to be doing his first sophomore year production. He is grateful to everyone for coming to watch this stellar production. This production came with many challenges early on for him and he’s glad he was able to overcome them and be on stage tonight to present such a production. He wants to thank all of the cast mates and crew who helped to create and mold this show so that the audience can have the best time watching.

Hailey is a senior Musical Theatre major and is stoked to be a part of The Figs! She was last seen as Ferapont in Three Sisters. She thanks her friends and family, the entire creative team, her good pal Attilio, the brilliant playwright Doug, and the wives (roommates) for their continued support. If you are hoping to get on The King's good side, Hailey highly recommends bringing figs, or else... @_haileyoconnell

James comes from San Antonio, Texas. It is now his junior year of college. And he is ready to be back on the stage since PTC’s Production of Carousel. He hopes to make you laugh, make you cry, or even both at the same time. He’d love to thank his friends, his family, and his educators who helped to bring him here to do what he loves most: share amazing stories with his costars. He hopes you love the production of “The Figs,” and enjoy some nice figs while you watch. Insta: @sithjames05

This story starts in Singapore, where a polar bear lover named Kate was born. As she walked upon the path of life, she found that she adores Chip n’ Dale and Eeyore, is a Chemistry nerd, and holds a special appreciation for stars. Along the way, she somehow managed to make 150+ friends in the form of soft toys. Kate had gotten lost in her adventures when her teacher gave her a copy of ‘The Little Prince’ and reminded her that “there is value even in the smallest things”. Seeing a flicker of light, she ran towards the art of theatre and fell in love. This brought her across the world to New York, where she continues to dream and explore. What’s your story? @sqawkyz

Katie is so excited to be making her PTC MainStage debut in The Figs. Katie is a sophomore Musical Theater major, and she is also an E-board member of LIU Post’s mixed a cappella group, Sharks and Flats. Originally from San Diego, CA, she is a graduate of the Musical Theatre and Drama conservatory at the Coronado School of the Arts, and was nominated and competed in the 2025 Broadway San Diego Awards. She is grateful to her friends and family for their endless support and to her fellow cast and crew for creating such a collaborative and creative experience throughout the entire production process.

Khristian is a senior Musical Theater major and is thrilled to be a part of The Figs! His previous PTC credits include: Into The Woods (Cinderella’s Prince), Feels like the First Time Workshop (Charlie Blaney). Khristian would like to thank the production staff and the cast for making this such a creative and rewarding process. He is especially grateful to his family and friends for their endless love, encouragement and support. Thank you to everyone who has been part of his journey. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Leslie is a junior musical theatre major in the PTAT track! She was previously seen on the PTC stage in Emilia (Mary Sidney/Hester). She is so excited to perform alongside this fun and awesome cast! Leslie would like to thank her family and friends for all the love and support throughout the years! | Insta: @leslie.g.melendez

Lisette is a Musical Theatre major making her PtC mainstage debut. She’s excited to perform for her peers and family. She is grateful to her family for making this possible and for always supporting her. @lisettej0nes

Luke is a Senior Acting Major kicking off his (briefly delayed) final year at LIU Post with The Figs. Previous PtC credits include: Macbeth (Banquo), Love’s Labour’s Lost (Ferdinand u/s) and the workshop production of Feels Like The First Time: The Foreigner Musical (Bruce Davis) Luke is a Co-President of LIU’s funniest (and only) improv troupe, No Control. Luke isn’t a playwright yet, but maybe one day he’ll manage to finish a first draft. An abundance of gratitude for Doug, Attilio, the cast, and crew. Love to Brody, Mom, and Dad. “We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing."

Madeleine is delighted to share this story with you! Love and theatre; She would like to thank all the humans in her life who make pursuing these two possible. From far away family and her treehouse girls, to each mentor at Post, lighting her path. Stories deserve telling, even if they come out first, with a honk. She hopes you get lost and found in the magic of “The Figs”! @madie.fisette

Meredith is a senior musical theatre major from Levittown, PA! She is making her PtC Mainstage debut and is so thrilled to be able to share this story with you!! She would like to thank her parents, her sisters, and her best friend Delaney for all of their love and support, as well as the cast and crew for their constant support on this incredible journey. <3

Robyn is ecstatic to be a part of this production in their final semester here at Post Theatre Company. He has had the opportunity to be a part of three productions here, playing Betty in the world premiere of The Book Club, being a part of the Tenor Ensemble in Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, and Dunn U/S in Men On Boats. Creating this piece has been such a joy for him and they hope you can feel that within the work! They hope that you feel the joy that is encapsulated within this story and he leaves you with the message to support queer art and #ProtectTheDolls.

Samantha DiGiorgio is in their senior year, and is excited to be performing in their third PtC production. Some previous credits include Anything Goes! (Angel #4, Reno u/s), Discus (Zephyrus), and Buzzkill (Nicole). Outside of acting, Sam is a jack of all trades. Depending on the day you may find them in their kitchen, in a lighting booth, or at their local wind tunnel. Additionally, they are a voiceover artist, a published poet, and a professional dancer. Sam is beyond grateful for the opportunity to work with the incredible casts and creative team of The Figs. They hope that their performance makes you smile. @sam_digiorgio_performing | www.samanthadigiorgio.com

Sydney is a senior musical theatre major from Cleveland Ohio and she is so grateful to be back on the PTC stage for this amazing production! You might have seen her last year in Emilia as Emilia #1. She also had the pleasure of being a part of Tilles Cabaret Ensemble last semester. She would like to thank the rest of creative team for making this such a supportive and fun process! Another thanks to her family friends and faculty for always being there for her. Shout out to the best cast ever for telling this beautiful story!

Wren is so happy you are here to share in a story today! They are a senior Musical Theatre major from Cleveland, Ohio. They most recently appeared onstage in Emilia as Lord Howard/Eve. They have also costume designed two PtC productions: What We Mean to Each Other and Collective Rage. They would like to thank the cast, crew, production team, Attilio, and Doug for telling this story. Special thanks to their family and friends for their continuous support! “If there is one thing I know for certain, it’s that stories are needed.

Attilio is an award-winning Chilean performer, theatremaker, technology artist, and videogame designer. Attilio has designed, performed, and directed productions for Kaki King, Martha Redbone, City Lyric Opera, Phoenix Theatre Ensemble, theatreC, NYU Tisch, Toronto Fringe, and The Civilians, and has been recognized by the New York Times, Vulture, American Theatre Magazine, the BroadwayWorld Awards, and the HOLA Awards. Internationally, he has performed, trained, and developed productions around the world, including Poland, China, Egypt, Lebanon, India, Indonesia, Japan, and Italy. In the Dominican Republic, he directed and designed the acclaimed production of Matilda: The Musical, which was hailed as “the greatest theatrical feat of 2024 and recent years.” He was a NYTW 2050 Artist Fellow and a Colt Coeur Resident Artist.

Henry is thrilled to be back in action at The Little Theatre. Henry is a senior musical theatre major from Alexandria, Virginia. His previous Post Theatre Company credits include Andréi Prózorov in Three Sisters and Apollo in Discus. Henry was also a Nature Guide in Branching Out at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, a sensory-immersive piece of theatre designed for individuals on the autism spectrum. Last spring, he served as the Assistant Stage Manager for Freshman Showcase 3 alongside his good friend Sam Ray. He would like to thank his family, friends (specifically Emma Lawson, Jaylene Lugo, and Zoë Howell), this wonderful cast and crew, and the Post Theatre Company faculty for making this production possible! @henryemason | henrymasonacts.com

Sarah is a sophomore Musical Theatre major from Seal Beach, California. This is her first time assistant stage managing, and is incredibly grateful for this opportunity to be working behind the table. She would like to thank this incredible cast and creative team for a wonderful rehearsal process, and wishes the best of luck to everyone involved! She hopes you all enjoy the show!

Fourth times a charm, you know her, you love her, its Dramaturg Hannah Grace *Airhorn*!! She is a Senior Musical Theatre Major, a former PTATer, and current Company Coach. Her past production team work includes; PTC’s “The Children's Hour”(Dramaturg), PTC’s “Macbitches” (Dramaturg), PCDC’s “Ignite” (Choreographer), PCDC’s “Allure” (Choreographer), and PTC’s “Three Sisters” (Dramaturg). You may have seen her in PCDC’s “Odyssey” (Dancer/Choreographer), PTC’s “Peter and the Starcatcher” (Lord Aster), and PTC’s “The Story Of…” (Trevor/Dance Captain). She would like to thank instagram reels, The Sims 4, and “Teen Wolf” TV for shaping her as a person.

Vincent is thrilled to be back at LIU having previously designed: Carousel, Emilia, Three Sisters, Vincent, R.U.R., Into the Woods, Peter and the Starcatcher, The Oresteia, Great Comet, Love’s Labour’s Lost, Urinetown, Come Back for an Hour, Men On Boats, American Psycho, Fever/Dream and She Kills Monsters. Recent design credits include: Young Frankenstein (New London Barn Playhouse), Spring Awakening (Vanguard Theatre Company), The Mermaids (Timber Lake Playhouse). Vincent has also assisted designers at venues such as BAM Fisher, York Theatre Company, New York Philharmonic, Roundabout Black Box and Irish Repertory Theatre. He thanks his family for their endless support. vincentgunn.com @vincentgunndesign.

Peter is a Costume Designer whose creativity has been seen in plays, musicals, and operas throughout the United States and internationally. Selected design credits include the off-Broadway production of The Net Will Appear (59E59 Theaters), Cyrano de Bergerac (Theatre at St. Clement's), Cinderella (The Bronx Opera Company), and Cyrano (Michael Chekhov Acting Studio), which was performed at the Shanghai Theatre Academy. His regional costume design credits include Betrayal, The 39 Steps, and Driving Miss Daisy (Mile Square Theatre). Associate costume design credits include Glass Guignol: The Brother and Sister Play, Medea (Mabou Mines), and The Sesame Street 10th Anniversary Celebration Parade at Beaches Resorts. Peter is also the Costume Shop Supervisor at LIU Post.

Steele is thrilled to return to his alma mater professionally for the first time! Although an actor first and foremost, he is constantly finding himself thrust into a myriad of exciting and challenging creative endeavors. Selected Light Design credits include One Thousand and One Nights directed and written by Ghina Fawaz at La Mama NYC and at Columbia University, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at New London Barn Playhouse, and Post Concert Dance Company 2021 at LIU: Post. Huge thank you to Chris Hanian, the incredible Post faculty, including Googs and David, and to Steele’s partner, Mariela. Check out steelewhitney.com to see what Steele is up to, past, present, and future.

Jordan Rose is a Filipino American sound designer based out of the NY/NJ area. She is passionate about telling stories through sound and showing the importance of sound in storytelling. With a close attention to dramaturgy and world building, she supports and uplifts narratives with her design, whether through subtle ambiences or sonic journeys. Jordan greatly values strong collaboration and recognizes the worth of good character in a room. She strives to help create a supportive and empathetic space wherever she goes. Credits: HERE LIES LOVE (Broadway Theater; Assistant Sound Designer), ANGELS IN AMERICA PART ONE: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES (NYU Tisch Grad Acting), RAGTIME (New Studio on Broadway; NYU), and FULL CONTACT (Theaterlab; Leviathan Lab). BFA Drama: NYU | @jordanrosesound