Current Cast

Bella Burke

Anya

Richmond, VA

Bella Burke is thankful to be performing her second show with Alluvion Stage Company. Bella recently played Kate McGowan in TITANIC, Gabrielle in CINDERELLA, and others. She will be graduating in the Spring of 2024 with a BFA in Musical Theatre and a Minor in Dance. She is grateful for her friends, family, and professors for their love and encouragement.

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

HENRY THRASHER

Dmitry Sudayev

Henry Thrasher is an actor born and raised in New York City and is excited to be making his Alluvion Stage debut in one of his dream roles! He is a graduate of the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama for Musical Theater and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art Classical Acting Program. Some of his favorite recent credits include Prince Eric in Disney’s Little Mermaid, Lieutenant Cable in South Pacific, and Pierre in Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. He would like to thank Chris for giving him the opportunity to be a part of this production, his family for their love and support, and God for all of his blessings.

CEDRIC GEGEL

Deputy Commissioner Gleb Vaganov

Cedric Gegel is an award-winning actor, director, and screenwriter based in the NYC area. Most recently, he was nominated for Best Leading Actor – Comedy at the 2024 Indie Series Awards for his role in the ASTRA-nominated series The Coroner’s Assistant. Theatre (selected credits): Pippin (Pippin), Something Rotten (Shakespeare), Beauty and the Beast (The Beast), Kennedy: Bobby’s Last Crusade (Robert F. Kennedy), Sunset Boulevard (Joe Gillis). Film/series (selected credits): Cadia: The World Within, The Coroner’s Assistant, Forbearance, American Dynasty, Monstrum Opus, Cocoa. YouTube: Cedric Gegel. Capital University ’17. Thanks to my family and always, always to Sarah. Micah 6:8. Much love. @cedricgegel

DANA CULLINANE

Countess Lily Malevsky-Malevitch

Dana is pleased to be making her Alluvion Stage Company debut in Anastasia this fall. Over the summer, Dana could be seen as Cynthia Weil in Beautiful: The Carol King Musical at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina and Doralee Rhodes in 9 to 5 at Roxy Regional Theatre. Some other professional credits include: The Office! A Musical Parody (Off Broadway), Clue: On Stage (Creede Repertory Theatre), All Shook Up! (Temple Theatre), Guy and Dolls (Utah Shakespeare Festival), Anything Goes (Forestburgh Playhouse), Little Shop of Horrors (La Comedia Dinner Theatre). Keep up with Dana at www.danacullinane.com and on Instagram @danacullinane

KERA O’Bryon

Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna

SETH SOMMERS

Tsar Nicolas/Gorlinsky/Gleb U/S

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Professional Credits: Fiddler on the Roof (Alluvion Stage Company), Proof (Viridian Stage Company)

BFA in Acting, Liberty University

Joshua Lindevaldsen

Ipolitov/Tsar U/S/Black Marketeer #3/Reporter/Ensemble

Lynchburg, VA

Professional Credits: Newsies (Alluvion Stage Company), A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Wolfbane Productions), Beauty and the Beast (Masterworx)

B.A. in Commercial Music, Liberty University

Bella Chambers

Tsarina Alexandra/Ensemble

Charleston, SC

Professional Credits: Mamma Mia!, The Addams Family, and Shrek, The Musical (Philip Simmons Theater), The Little Mermaid (Daniel Island Theater)

B.M. in Choral Music Education, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

ABBY OWEN

Olga Romanov/Swan Lake Dancer/Ensemble/Dance Captain

Lynchburg, VA

Professional Credits: Fiddler on the Roof (Alluvion Stage Company), Mystic Island Gala (Hope and Help Foundation)

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University

Abby Owen is an actor, dancer, and choreographer based here in Lynchburg, Virginia. She attended Liberty University and graduated with a BFA in Musical Theatre and minor in Dance. Since graduating in 2022, Abby has worked nonstop in choreographing for theaters, colleges, and studios within the area as well as collaborating with other companies to create her own artistic space in Market Arts. Abby strives to emphasize and showcase the importance of inner-life and storytelling in all her work for the glory of God.

Melody Wimberley

Dunya/Ensemble/Vocal Captain

Durham, NC

Professional Debut

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University

I‘m passionate about making art that is truthful, authentic, and above all, glorifying to God. My love for theatre and performing began before I could even form proper words as a toddler and I’m thankful for my parents and sister who have always encouraged and supported me. I’m also thankful for my cousins who cultivated in me a love for creativity and play. Our childhood together constantly inspires me. Most recently I have been in Cinderella (ensemble) and Titanic (Kate Mullins/Vocal Captain) with the Liberty University Department of Theatre Arts. All glory to God!!

Gabe Von Oven

Sergei/Cadet/Second Man/Smoker/Drunk #1/Ensemble

Warner Robbins, GA

Professional Credits: Fiddler on the Roof (Alluvion Stage Company)

B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Grace Eason

Marfa/Ensemble/Second Woman

Richmond, VA

Professional Debut

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Grace Eason is grateful and excited to be making her professional debut in Alluvion’s production of Anastasia! Grace is a sophomore at Liberty University pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre and a Minor in Dance. She recently performed in Leaving Iowa (Mom) and Titanic (Ensemble) at Liberty University. Grace is thankful to her family for their love, to her professors for their wisdom and care, and to the Lord for His sustaining provision and joy. Isaiah 26:8

Justin Jackson

Count Leopold/Drunk #2/Solo Man/Ipolitov U/S/Ensemble

Addis, LA

Professional Credits: The Wiz, The Music Man (Alluvion Stage Company)

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Kylie Kennard

Tatiana Romanov/Street Sweeper/Countess Lily U/S/Ensemble

San Diego, CA

Professional Credits: The Music Man (Alluvion Stage Company), Matilda (Moonlight Stage Productions)

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Kylie is currently studying at Liberty University to earn her BFA in Musical Theatre, Minor in Dance, and BS in Exercise Science. She regularly teaches private voice, dance, acting, and audition prep lessons, and has had the opportunity to work as a choreographer and assistant director for Santa Fe Christian Performing Arts and Christian Youth Theatre. Regional and New York: 54 Below, Laurie Beechman Theater, Music Man (Alluvion Stage Company), Matilda (Moonlight Stage Productions). She would like to thank the artistic team, her family for all their support, and finally God who gives her the opportunity to do what she loves onstage. She hopes you enjoy the show! Proverbs 3:5-6

Béla Ware

Little Anastasia/Ensemble

Forest, VA

Professional Credits: A Christmas Carol, The Music Man (Alluvion Stage Company),The Sound of Music (Brian Clouds Experiences), A Christmas Carol (Wolfbane Productions)

Youth Apprentice

Ivy Geffken

Ensemble/Little Anastasia U/S

Goode, VA

Professional Debut

Youth Apprentice

Wynton Ware

Alexei Romanov/Ensemble

Forest, VA

Professional Credits: The Music Man, Big Fish, Will Rodgers Follies (Alluvion Stage Company), A Christmas Carol (Brian Clowdus Experiences), Bye Bye Birdie (Endstation Theatre Company)

Youth Apprentice

Finley Ryan

Paulina/Ensemble/Solo Woman/Anya U/S

Fernandina Beach, FL

Professional Debut

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Hannah Davis

Maria Romanov/Swan Lake Dancer/Ensemble/Odette in Swan Lake U/S

Clearwater, FL

Professional Debut

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

James Covington

Ensemble/Count Gregory/Cadet/First Man/Von Rothbart U/S

Madison, MS

Professional Credits: Guys & Dolls, Me and My Girl, Sound of Music (Ohio Light Opera), Hydro Jive Junction (Dollywood Theme Park), The Music Man (Alluvion Stage Company)

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

James Covington is delighted to be returning to the Alluvion Stage Company for Anastasia. James, originally from Madison, MS, is a junior at Liberty University where he is pursuing a BFA in musical theatre with minors in dance and vocal performance. James’ professional credits include “Guy’s and Dolls”, “Sound of Music”, “Me and My Girl”, “The Gondoliers”, and “The Count of Luxembourg” with Ohio Light Opera, “Hydro Jive Junction” with Dollywood Theme Park, and “The Music Man” with Alluvion Stage Company. James has served as a choreographer for school and community theatre productions and for award-winning-show choirs. He is also an experienced lighting designer and graphic designer. More information on his work can be found at www.jamescovingtonmtdd.com.

Brandon Bayse

Ensemble/Cadet/Black Marketeer #1/Policeman #1/Drunk #3/Prince Siegfried/Count Leopold U/S

Bedford, VA

Professional Debut

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Elliot Ware

Ensemble/Cadet/Street Sweeper/Alexei U/S

Forest, VA

Professional Credits: A Christmas Carol, Will Rodgers Follies, Newsies, Big Fish (Alluvion Stage Company), Bye Bye Birdie (Endstation Theatre Company)

Youth Apprentice

Xandy Jeremiah

Countess Gregory/Ensemble/First Woman/Dowager U/S

San Diego, CA

Professional Debut

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Xandy is a BFA in Acting major with a minor in vocal performance at Liberty University. Some of her projects include, “Why the Nativity,” “The Great Disappearance,” “Make the Season Bright,” and her recently released album “The Promise.”

Brenna Kay

Ensemble

Professional Debut

BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Rebekah Bryant

Ensemble/Swan Lake Dancer

Lynchburg, VA

Professional Debut

B.A. in Theatre Arts: Performance, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)

Bekah Bryant has spent her entire life dancing. She began ballet at 4 years old and has learned a myriad of other dance genres over the years. Through her love of dance, she discovered her passion for storytelling and love for theatre. She believes the arts are an important form of communication and expression that God has given to the world. Bekah is excited that she has the opportunity to glorify her Creator through her passions!