Michael Leoni

An 11:11 Experience presents starring (in alphabetical order) David Abed • Megan Davis* • William Stanford Davis* Rosanna De Candia* • Deanna DellaCioppa* Amil N. Johnson • Kenny Johnston • Erica Katzin Gavin Leatherwood • John Mahr • Mara McCaffray Karsen Rigby • Tyler Tanner* • Deborah Vancelette Jacqi Vené • Devon Werkheiser* Scenic and Lighting Design Music David Goldstein Mario Marchetti Costume Design Makeup Design Sound Design Michael Mullen Linda Michaels Paul Seradarian Publicity Stage Manager Davidson and Choy Kristin Bolinski Co-Producer Co-Producer Max Feldman Rebecca Black Producer Producer Michelle Kaufer David Goldstein Written and Directed By Michael Leoni *Is appearing at the Coast Playhouse through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association. TIME 4:15 pm, Friday afternoon PLACE The elevator of an office building. THE STRANGERS (in order of appearance) CEO Woman ....................Deborah Vancelette, Rosanna De Candia Maintenance Man ...............William Stanford Davis, Amil N. Johnson Temp ............................................Erica Katzin, Deanna DellaCioppa Business Man .......................................David Abed, Kenny Johnston Musician .............................. Devon Werkheiser, Gavin Leatherwood Hot Girl ...................................................Karsen Rigby, Megan Davis Goth Girl ................................................Jacqi Vené, Mara McCaffray Cyrus and Others ........................................ Tyler Tanner, John Mahr ABOUT AN 11:11 EXPERIENCE An 11:11 Experience was conceived from the idea that theatre and film have the capacity to create connection, encourage compassion, engage audiences and inspire social change. We focus on developing dynamic stories and com- pelling characters that encourage people to see the world from another point of view. From powerful documentaries to inspiring narratives and innovative theatre, we are committed to producing work that’s brave, provocative and relevant. To us, 11:11 represents a moment in time when you’re connected to all, fo- cused on the connection and the experience, knowing we are one. If you find yourself seeing 11:11 frequently, it is simply the universe tapping you on the shoulder, letting you know that you’re in the right place at the right time. A Feature Documentary Available Now On AmericanStreetKid.com Amazon.com An 11:11 Experience An1111Experience.com SpareSomeChange.org CAST OF (in order of appearance) CEO Woman CEO Woman Maintenance Man Deborah Vancelette Rosanna De Candia William Stanford Davis Business Man Business Man Musician David Abed Kenny Johnston Devon Werkheiser Goth Girl Goth Girl Jacqi Vené Mara McCaffray CHARACTERS (in order of appearance) Maintenance Man Temp Temp Amil N. Johnson Erica Katzin Deanna DellaCioppa Musician Hot Girl Hot Girl Gavin Leatherwood Karsen Rigby Megan Davis Cyrus and Others Cyrus and Others Tyler Tanner John Mahr WHO’S WHO (in order of appearance) DEBORAH VANCELETTE (CEO Woman) is thrilled to be back for ELEVATOR’s new run, playing the amazing role of CEO Woman, a role she originated in the premiere of the play which ran for 10 months in 2010 and 2011! Deborah began her professional acting career in Knoxville, TN where on her very first feature film audition, she landed the lead role. From that moment on…she was hooked. Shortly after, Deborah made the move to Los Angeles. Since arriving, Deborah has appeared in TV shows such as FX’s “Terriers,” “Broken Toy,” Showtime’s “Sleeper Cell,” “Veronica Mars,” and “Point Pleasant”; independent films like “In the Dark,” “Out of These Rooms” and “Career Sui- cide”– and regularly appearing in TV commercials such as Lowes, US Bank, Verizon, AirTran Airway, IHOP and PetSmart to name a few. For more on Deborah, you can check her out on her website: www.deborahvancelette.com ROSANNA DE CANDIA (CEO) is an L.A. transplant from New Jersey and is excited to join the cast of ELEVATOR. She started singing at the tender age of 9 and has a background in musical theatre. She has performed at the Bridgeport Downtown Cabaret Theatre, Coconut Grove Playhouse and Paper Mill Playhouse. When she isn’t acting or singing Rosanna is creating content for her 5 Instagram accounts and creating inspirational videos for her YouTube Channel, A Little Rosie in Your Morning. She loves thrift shopping, meditating, doing crossword puzzles and being present! WILLIAM STANFORD DAVIS (Maintenance Man) Born and raised in St. Louis, Da- vis is a veteran of both stage and screen, with over 70 television and film credits. He recently appeared on hit series “Code Black” and “Chicago Med,” and he also recurs as Potato Pie on Showtime’s Golden Globe-winning series “Ray Donovan” and as “Mr. Kym” on OWN’s “If Loving You Is Wrong” from creator Tyler Perry. His upcoming films include “Please Stand By” starring Dakota Fanning and Toni Collette, “Handsome” starring and directed by Jeff Garlin, and “So B It” starring Alfre Woodard. On stage, he appeared in the play Cages written by Leonard Manzella and directed by Jon Rivera at the Matrix, and is working with Manzella on a feature adaptation. He was honored in 2006 with an Ovation Nomination for Best Supporting Actor in August Wilson’s Fenc- es, and in 2004 he performed in the musical North on South Central, which won five NAACP Theatre Awards. Other theatre credits: The Anteroom (also for the Actors Stu- dio), the Circle West Production of Legacies at The Matrix (written and directed by the late John Bishop) and the world premiere of Two Ships Passing at the Pan Andreas Theater in Hollywood. In addition to acting, Davis has directed a number of productions including Lawrence Fishburne’s play Riff Raff, Shame at the Elephant, and The Old Settlerat the Pico Playhouse. In a career that has many outstanding highlights, Davis earned an Emmy Award in 2002 as part of the cast of Rasheen Crawley’s “The Movement.” He is a lifetime member of the Actors Studio. AMIL N. JOHNSON (Maintenance Man) is an L. A. native and has performed in plays across the nation including the award-winning productions of George C. Wolfe’s Colored Museum and the Crossroads Theatre’s critically acclaimed Miss Desa. A seasoned comic, Amil performed in some of the nation’s top clubs with: Robin Harris, D.L. Hughley, Jamie Foxx and Mo’Nique. He has appeared on T.V.’s Showtime at the Apollo, Comic View and the Improv. As a writer, Amil received critical acclaim for his scripting, and directing of the stage play Reflections and his creation of the sketch comedy troupe “Urban Komedtry” which was invited to perform with a cast of Mad TV. Amil was recognized with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Mayor of Los Angeles, James K. Hahn, for his creative Theatre work with Recreation and Parks and the inner-city youth. Amil would like to thank Michael Leoni & Michelle Kaufer for the opportunity to be part of this phenomenal production and believes that all things are possible through God. ERICA KATZIN (Temp) is a Los Angeles native who’s been working in the theatre since childhood. Some of her favorite theatre roles include, Sera in The Playground (written and directed by Michael Leoni), Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Being Earnest and Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Films include: “Someplace in Be- tween,” which she also produced, “Signed, Soulled and Delivered,” “Period Movie,” “Web Cam Murders,” “Baseball Girls” and “Deliver Us”. As a singer, she’s performed all over Los Angeles with various bands and has been a featured vocalist on several albums. Upcoming projects include the role of Julia in the feature film “#WhenToday- Ends”. Erica is extremely excited to be returning to the stage with ELEVATOR and this incredible cast and team. DEANNA DELLACIOPPA (Temp) grew up in Boston. She received a full scholarship and graduated from Berklee College of Music. She left Boston with a degree in Music Business & Management for NYC where she was cast in National Touring Music’s production of “Annie.” During that time, she landed her first national jingle commercials with ESPN, Siemens Technologies, Downy & Fila. She also co-wrote/sang the Top 3 Billboard Dance hit “Higher.” Since moving to Los Angeles, she has sung background vocals for Celine Dion, Justin Bieber, Nick Jonas & Paula Abdul to name a few. She has written songs for over 150 Film & TV placements as well as radio singles for major artists. In 2013 Deanna made it to the semi-finals of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.“ In 2014 & 2015 she was cast as the lead singer/actor for national BIG LOTS holiday commercials. You can hear her voice now on Disney’s “The Lion Guard,” shows on ABC & CBS, and commercial ads for Carvana, Value City Furniture and State Farm. She co-wrote the song “Only Heaven” currently being used for the launch of Apple’s new Instagram account. Deanna is a SAG-AFTRA, AEA and BMI member. Outside of the entertainment world, Deanna is newly married with a daughter & 5 dogs. DAVID ABED (Business Man) is pumped to be back in the Los Angeles theater scene. In 2016, he played the lead in the Hollywood Fringe Festival show Sex. He has also been performing murder mystery dinner theater in Hollywood for the past three years. TV credits include: FX’s “Feud,” “Game Shakers” on Nickelodeon, “True Nightmares,” “My Crazy Ex” and “Days of our Lives,” as well as numerous national commercials. David also went blue Off-Broadway in The Blue Man Group. As a child, his first job ever was as a magician at Red Lobster, and he has a B.F.A. from the Uni- versity of Michigan. KENNY JOHNSTON (Business Man) has an extensive theater background both in New York and Los Angeles. He studies at the Groundlings school of improv and the Actors Studio West. After having studied with Uta Hagen and Herbert Berghof as a young teen in NYC, he moved to Los Angeles where he has appeared in many T.V.

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