JAGGED LITTLE PILL
CAST BIOS
LAURA H. R. NEWMAN (Mary Jane Healy) is thrilled to be back on the Art Factory stage in a dream role and show alongside this incredible cast including her real life husband! She was last seen as Fritzie/Frauline Kost in CABARET. Originally from Jackson, MS, Laura has been a proud Houstonian for over a decade! She has been singing since the age of two, when she also recorded her first album of children’s songs, but it was a limited release for family only. She made her stage debut at age 3 and has been performing for audiences ever since! Laura is a vocal performance/theatre graduate of Millsaps College and was a member of New Stage Theatre’s Professional Actor Training Program. She has proudly worked with many theatre companies across the southeast including New Stage Theatre, Carey Dinner Theatre, Mill Mountain Theatre, Orlando Repertory Theatre, and Stageworks Theatre and The Garden Theatre here in Houston. Laura made her Art Factory debut in the world premiere of GATSBY (Mrs. Michaelis). Other Art Factory credits include A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM (Pseudolus), ROCKY HORROR (Magenta), SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE (Mrs./Harriet), 9 TO 5 (Violet Newstead), REEFER MADNESS (Mae), INTO THE WOODS (Jack’s Mother), COMPANY (Joanne), FRANKENSTEIN (Justine Moritz), CABARET (Fritzie/Fraulein Kost) 2022), SWEENEY TODD (Ensemble), HEAD OVER HEELS (Gynecia), and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Madame). Other favorite credits include THE DROWSY CHAPERONE (Drowsy), BEEHIVE (Laura), NUNSENSE (Sr. Amnesia), SPELLING BEE (Rona Lisa Peretti), BONNIE AND CLYDE (Emma Parker), 1776 (Martha Jefferson), ROCKY HORROR (Janet), FIVE WOMEN WEARING THE SAME DRESS (Georgeanne), NOISES OFF (Poppy), DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER (Suzette), and ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE… (Mother). When not on stage, Laura works as Customer Relationship Manager for All In Food (www.allinfood.com), a delicious snack food company that gives back to help end food insecurity. Special thanks to Gill, J & L, her family, and her amazing friends for all their love and support. IG: @ladylalabeth
GILL NEWMAN (Steve Healy) is excited to return to the Art Factory stage as Steve Healy. Audiences may recognize him from his two years as Riff Raff in The Rocky Horror Show and as Maurice in Beauty and the Beast. When he’s not on stage, Gill enjoys spending time with his two amazing daughters, diving into tabletop gaming and creative projects, and cheering on his beautiful wife, Laura, who is thrilled to be sharing the stage with him as MJ. He hopes you enjoy the show!
VERERE IGHARHA (Frankie Healy) is excited to be making her Art Factory debut after recently moving to Houston! When she’s not performing, she loves cooking, line dancing, and binge-watching TV shows. She is beyond excited to play Frankie and help tell such a powerful story! IG: @verereigharha
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MAGGIE WANDELL (Jo) is absolutely ecstatic to be making her debut to the Houston theatre scene here at the Art Factory! As a recent graduate from Sam Houston State University with a BFA in Musical Theatre, Maggie is SO excited for the opportunity to put her education to use. Some of her favorite credits include THE CHILDREN’S HOUR (Martha Dobie), AUSTEN’S PRIDE (Mrs. Bennet), CARRIE (Interrogator #2), THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL (Mayor), THE DROWNING GIRLS (Alice Burnham), THE DIVINERS (Norma Henshaw), and PROM QUEENS UNCHAINED (Cindy Mackelroy). Maggie endlessly grateful for the genuine love and encouragement of her friends and family, whose support and patience has made this moment possible. And finally, hi mom :)
LUKE J. HAMILTON (Nick Healy) is the Founding Executive Director of Art Factory. Behind the scenes, he also is the Director for many productions at Art Factory, as well as the Resident Choreographer. Luke has appeared across many Houston stages at the Alley Theatre, TUTS, Houston Grand Opera, Masquerade Theatre, The House of Blues, The Landing Theatre Company, Stages Repertory Theatre, and several other local theaters. Recent Art Factory selected credits include LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Orin Scrivello D.D.S. and others), CABARET (Clifford Bradshaw), FRANKENSTEIN (Victor Frankenstein), SHREK THE MUSICAL (Captain of the Guard), ROCKY HORROR (Rocky), LITTLE WOMEN (Professor Bhaer), HAIRSPRAY (Link Larkin), GUTENBERG THE MUSICAL (Doug), SWEET CHARITY (Oscar), THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW (Brad), THE WILD PARTY (Oscar D'Armano), TRIASSIC PARQ (The Velociraptor of Innocence), SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE (Franz), MURDER BALLAD (Michael), STRANGER SINGS (Mike), INTO THE WOODS (Cinderella's Prince), THE GLASS MENAGERIE (Tom), DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS (Jonathan Harker), HAIR (Berger / Director), 9 TO 5 (Joe), METAMORPHOSES (Vertumnus and others), PIPPIN (Lewis / Director/ Choreographer), BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Gaston), XANADU (Terpsichore and others), HEAD OVER HEELS (Musidorous), A NEW BRAIN (Roger), SWEENEY TODD (Beadle Bamford), CABARET (Cliff Bradshaw), COMPANY (Peter), MONSTER, GATSBY (Gatsby / Lyricist), PIPPIN (Director / Choreographer), [TITLE OF SHOW] (Jeff), URINETOWN (Hot Blades Harry), THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW (Rocky), GREASE (Eugene / Director), JASPER IN DEADLAND (Loki), TUCK EVERLASTING (Hugo), I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT NOW CHANGE, MURDER BALLAD, HEATHERS (Kurt Kelly), THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Leaf Coneybear), THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME (Clopin), JEKYLL AND HYDE (Simon Stride), REEFER MADNESS (Jimmy Harper), and SPRING AWAKENING (Hanschen). Regional Theatre Credits; Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) credits include ALL SHOOK UP (Featured Soloist / Dancer), OLIVER (Assistant Choreographer / Featured Dancer), A CHRISTMAS STORY, and THE MUSIC MAN. Alley Theatre Credits include four years of their annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Apparition / The Ghost of Christmas Future), HUCK FINN (Tom Sawyer), and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM. Other favorite credits include TRIASSIC PARQ (Velociraptor of Innocence), NEXT FALL (Luke), OKLAHOMA (Will Parker), THE FANTASTICKS (Matt), GUYS AND DOLLS (Sky Masterson), TARZAN (Tarzan), DOGFIGHT (Boland), METAMORPHOSES, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Simon Zealotes), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Dentist), and THE WILD PARTY (Jackie). Luke attended the BFA Musical Theatre program at Texas State University. He is thrilled to see Art Factory in its 10th Season, and could not be more proud of the growth this company has made and all of the wonderful, talented, and passionate people involved. Follow him on IG: @lukejhamilton
CHLOE RIDOLFO (Bella) is originally from Los Angeles but moved to Houston 2 years ago after receiving her Masters in Vocal Performance and Bachelors in Musical Theatre at West Texas A&M University. Chloe has been training in dance, acting, and singing since the age of 3, and performing for just as long. Some of her favorite performance credits include LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Audrey), SHREK (Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy), SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD (Woman 2), and SWEENEY TODD (Pirelli). Opera credits include HMS PINAFORE (Buttercup), SUOR ANGELICA (La Badessa), COSI FAN TUTTE (Dorabella), THE GONDOLIERS (The Duchess), DIE ZAUBERFLÖTE (Second Lady), and LA NAVARRAISE (Anita). In addition to performing, Chloe also served as the Adjunct Professor of Voice at WTAMU and has music directed many shows, including THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE and SHE LOVES ME. She recently made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2023, performing arias, trios, and ensemble pieces from across the opera canon. Chloe is so excited to be back on the stage with her theater family and would like to thank Colton and Luke for giving her this opportunity, as well as her partner for their love and support.
ALEX TIRADO (Andrew) is thrilled to be a part of Alanis Morisette's JAGGED LITTLE PILL The Musical with Art Factory. He appeared in INTO THE WOODS at Playhouse 1960 as the Steward for his theater debut. Then he played Connor Murphy in DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Horizon Theater. Additionally to being a tenor vocalist, Alex is also a multi-instrumentalist, playing cello, guitar, bass, keyboard, and ukulele as well as being part of an Acapella group as a tenor/beatboxer @noteable.official. Outside of performing, Alex loves creating, writing, and making music in any form. Alex aspires to one day be able to put out his original music to the general public.
JULIA NOBLE (Lily and Others) is so super stoked to be rocking out with this show in its Houston introduction. A proud Savannah, GA native and a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, NY, Julia was most recently seen on this stage in CABARET (Helga), FRANKENSTEIN (Agatha De Lacey), and THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW (Janet Weiss). Favorite AF credits include THE GLASS MENAGERIE (Laura), REEFER MADNESS (Mary Lane), URINETOWN (Little Sally), DRACULA (Mina), HAIR (Jeanie), METAMORPHOSES (Myrrha / Hunger), PIPPIN (Catherine), GATSBY The World Premiere Musical (Daisy Buchanan), COMPANY (Susan), NINE (Necrophorus / Claudia alt.), GREASE (Patty Simcox), THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Olive Ostrovsky), and the EaDo Playhouse production of LIZZIE (Alice Russel). Other select Art Factory credits include: RUTHLESS (Eve), NINE TO FIVE (Margaret / Doralee U/S), BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Babette), A NEW BRAIN [2018] (Waitress / Nancy D.) [2022] (Rhoda), WIZARD OF OZ (Aunt Em / Glinda), JASPER IN DEADLAND (Hel), DISENCHANTED! (Rapunzel), and the EaDo Playhouse productions of BROOKLYN (Female Narrator), JEKYLL AND HYDE (Nellie / General Glossop / Emma U/S), and SWEET CHARITY (Rosie) - plus about 20 more AF musicals and 30 AF concerts! Select previous credits include THE FANTASTICKS (Luisa), SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL (Gertrude McFuzz), INTO THE WOODS (Little Red), THE OUTSIDERS (Cherry Valence), and THE DIARY OF ADAM AND EVE (Eve). Julia would like to express her immense gratitude towards the AF Company, Crew and Creative Team for every single amazing opportunity they have given her, for their dedication to presenting some of the most stunning theatre in the city, and for continually re-imagining and re-defining what that looks like! She would also like to thank her English Bulldog, Hattie Pearl, for being the best friend a girl could ever ask for. Follow her on IG: @jewelpop to see her biennial posts.
SETHE NGUYEN (Phoebe & others) is excited to be returning to Art Factory for this meaningful production. They were previously seen here in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW as Columbia and CABARET as Lulu. Other credits around Houston include Main Street Theatre Mainstage's KIM'S CONVENIENCE (Janet), THE COAST STARLIGHT (Jane); Main Street Theatre for Youth's ELEPHANT & PIGGIE (Squirelle), BEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER (Swing), and Brave Little Company's, in collaboration with Stages, WINTER OF THE SNOW QUEEN (Bao/Gerda).
KATY MCCANTS FLOYD (Jill and others) is honored to be part of this powerful production of Jagged Little Pill. Alanis Morissette’s masterpiece of an album, and the Broadway production that followed, rocked her world entirely, and she’s thrilled to bring this story of family, addiction, pain, identity, and the sound of pretenses falling to life. She would like to dedicate this production to her late brother-in-law Mason Fox Floyd. Previous Art Factory credits include: RENT (Maureen), A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM (Hero), SWEET CHARITY (Nickie), ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Janet), THE WILD PARTY (Ensemble), MURDER BALLAD (Sara), STRANGER SINGS! (Nancy Wheeler), INTO THE WOODS (Baker's Wife), REEFER MADNESS (Placard Girl), HAIR (Sheila). Congratulations on 10 amazing seasons, Art Factory! @thedarlingdilettante
MEGAN RHODEN (Courtney, Angie and others) is honored to be making her Art Factory debut in JAGGED LITTLE PILL. Since making Houston home in 2018, she has found great joy in connecting with others through performing and choreographing with Houston Show Choir. Favorite past roles include Cynthia in DEAR EVAN HANSEN, Ms. Brill in MARY POPPINS, Anna in THE KING AND I, and Cinderella in both Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA and INTO THE WOODS. By day, Megan works as a music therapist, where she has the privilege of using music to bring comfort, connection, and healing to others. She is endlessly grateful for the love and support of her husband, their two teenage sons, and wonderful friends who inspire her every day.
ADORA TEBOH is so excited to join the ensemble of JAGGED LITTLE PILL. As a year long member of the Art Factory family, she is grateful to be apart of bringing this powerful production to Houston. Previous credits include RENT, HAIRSPRAY, CABARET, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and more. Enjoy the show!
RYAN PEREZ (Lancer) is so excited to be stepping into the be part of this incredibly talented company of Alanis Morissette’s JAGGED LITTLE PILL. This story, these characters hit close to home and being able to play a small part in a story that dives into such hard topics, and raw emotions is hard but rewarding. As a native Houstonian, they have had the pleasure of working with the Art Factory for a couple of years. Prior to their time with the Factory, they spent a decade in Orlando living as a professional dancer for the Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Drapinski Dance Company. As well as dabbling in a few productions. They have had the pleasure of performing in THE WIZ (Ensemble), THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (Ensemble), CINDERELLA (Ensemble), REEFER MADNESS (Ensemble), INTO THE WOODS (Steward), SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE (Solider/Billy Webster), THE WILD PARTY (Jackie), CINDERELLA (Ensemble), SWEENEY TODD (Adolfo Pirelli), HAIRSPRAY (Fender), and most recently CABARET (Victor).
GUINEVERE HOLLAND is a performer, writer, and music director who is happy to be returning to Art Factory for their 10th season as her authentic self. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre with a Dance Minor, and has sung on stages across the country, including Carnegie Hall. With training in opera, musical theatre, and classical voice, she is excited to be sharing her talents with fellow artists in Houston theatre. Standout credits include FRANKENSTEIN (Henry Clerval), SHREK THE MUSICAL (Shrek), CINDERELLA (Prince Christopher), INTO THE WOODS (Baker), SWEENEY TODD (Beadle Bamford), THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Chip Tolentino / Jesus Christ), and BRIGHT STAR (Jimmy Ray Dobbs). Guinevere is grateful for her lovely wife and supportive community, and hopes you enjoy the show!
COLTON BERRY (Phoenix) is thrilled to bring JAGGED LITTLE PILL to Art Factory's Stage. He is an East Coast native, but has called Houston home for over a decade. He has been working professionally in theater since childhood and has since performed in hundreds of plays and musicals. As a vocalist, Colton appeared in SHOWTIME! AT THE APOLLO, toured France with the FRENCH-AMERICAN GOSPEL MUSIC WORKSHOP EXCHANGE, sang alongside Thelma Houston and The Temptations, and was a Top 24 Finalist in the Seventh Season of AMERICAN IDOL. In Houston, he has been seen on many stages, including performances with TUTS and The Music Box Theatre. In addition to performing, Colton is an accomplished producer and director and is the Founding Artistic Director of Art Factory Houston. Art Factory credits include CABARET (Emcee), FRANKENSTEIN (Felix), SHREK THE MUSICAL (Pinocchio), ROCKY (Dr. Frank’n’Furter), LITTLE WOMEN (Laurie / Rodrigo), RENT (Roger), GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! (Bud), SWEET CHARITY (Oscar, Vittorio, and others), THE WILD PARTY (Burrs), TRIASSIC PARQ (The Velociraptor of Faith), SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE (George), MURDER BALLAD (Tom), RUTHLESS (Sylvia St. Croix), STRANGER SINGS: A PARODY MUSICAL (Jonathan Byers / Steve Harrington), INTO THE WOODS (The Baker), REEFER MADNESS (Revival: The Lecturer), 9 TO 5 (Mr. Hart), HAIR (Claude), METAMORPHOSES (Midas and others), PIPPIN (Pippin), BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Beast), XANADU (Sonny Malone), IT'S BRITNEY, B*TCH! (Britney), SWEENEY TODD (Anthony), CABARET (Emcee), COMPANY (Robert), MONSTER (Lady Gaga), GATSBY (Nick / Composer), PIPPIN (Pippin), [TITLE OF SHOW] (Hunter), URINETOWN (Bobby Strong), THE LAST FIVE YEARS (Jamie), WIZARD OF OZ (Lion), GREASE (Doody/Teen Angel), TUCK EVERLASTING (Miles Tuck), HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH (Hedwig), FUNNY GIRL (Nick Arnstein), HEATHERS (J.D.), THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (William Barfeé), THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME (Quasimodo), A NEW BRAIN (Gordon), BROOKLYN (Taylor), JEKYLL & HYDE (Jekyll/Hyde), REEFER MADNESS (Ralph/Jesus), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Seymour), and SPRING AWAKENING (Moritz). Other favorite credits include JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Judas), SOUTH PACIFIC (Lieutenant Cable), THE WEDDING SINGER (Robbie), CHICAGO (Mary Sunshine), AIDA (Radames), BIG RIVER (Huckleberry Finn), and BAT BOY (Bat Boy). IG: @colberry