Matt Holmes is an actor, cellist, and all-around artist, who has been working professionally for over a decade in every path this industry has to offer. Born and raised in Waterloo, IA, Holmes followed a strong career on stage, which led to his life on camera and behind the mic. From becoming an Anime star, to being the Ring Master for the Circus, Holmes has worked on countless projects, all different from the last. No matter the project, above all else, Holmes loves bringing people together, and sharing experiences.

Johnny Reno has been performing as a musician and an actor for over thirty years. After studying acting for two years with Adam Rourke at the Film Actors Lab, Johnny made his theatrical stage debut at the Dallas Shakespeare Festival’s production of Two Gentlemen of Verona. The production featured a contemporary music score that Johnny was commissioned to write for the play. He landed film roles in Sin City, Planet Terror, Roadracers, Spy Kids (Robert Rodriguez), True Stories (David Byrne), Waiting for Guffman (Christopher Guest), and 1870 Texas (William Booth). His national television acting credits include Melrose Place (Fox), To Serve and Protect (CBS), The Chris Isaak Show (Showtime), and Elysian Fields (CBS).  Johnny is best known for his work as a musician and composer. In addition to singing and playing saxophone with his own band, he has released five albums of music and toured and recorded worldwide with Many other artists.  He was the music director and on camera bandleader for the multi-episode Paula Poundstone Show (HBO).  His original music has been featured in films, such as From Dusk Til Dawn, Sin City, Suicide Kings, Behind Enemy Lines, Dead Man on Campus, Roadracers and Spy Kids. His television music credits include ER, Bones, Dawson’s Creek, Entourage, Third Watch, Vanished, Homicide, and Melrose Place.

From Dallas, Texas, Caroline Jewell is a graduate from Stella Adler Studio Studio in New York City. They have performed professionally around the DFW metroplex in shows such as Anything Goes, Jesus Christ Superstar, New Moon, Rock of Ages, and Sound of Music. They are also a proficient writer and singer. You can find their music on Spotify and Apple Music.

A native of Detroit, Michigan, Jamal holds an MFA from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas and a BA from Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana. After years of working in Los Angeles and New Orleans, Jamal has permanently relocated to Dallas.
Most notable among Jamal’s screen work (which includes a host of films, television shows and commercials) are his performances in the television series 10-8 and American Dreams, as well as multiple Dallas-based television series such as Prison Break, Chase and Dallas.
Mr. Sterling has appeared on stage in several productions in the DFW area including as Rooftop in Our Lady of 121st Street (Kitchen Dog Theater), Smalls in A Soldier’s Play (African American Rep.), Aaron in Titus Andronicus (Kitchen Dog Theater and Shakespeare Dallas), Willie in Diamond Dick: The Tulsa Race Riots of 1921 (The Green Zone), Henry in Race (Kitchen Dog Theater), Medgar Evers in Mississippi Goddamn (South Dallas Cultural Center), and a host of others, including Dr. Gibbs in Our Town (Dallas Theater Center).
Jamal resides in Plano, TX with his wife Nicole and daughter India. He is a proud company member of Kitchen Dog Theater.

Gabriella Corvina is an Action/Stunt actress known for her martial arts. She is a black belt and has over 23 years of martial arts training experience including Boxing, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Filipino Arnis and American Kenpo Karate. Along with martial arts, she also has extensive training in firearms, knives and hand to hand close-quarter combat. She’s also built a large social media following of over 360k Subscribers on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GabriellaCorvina

 

Brian Gibson is a dynamic actor with a passion for storytelling and a knack for bringing characters to life. A graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, Brian has honed his craft in both stage and screen performances. His versatile acting skills have been showcased in numerous productions, ranging from classic musicals to contemporary dramas. Brian’s dedication to his art is evident in his compelling performances, which captivate audiences and critics alike. In addition to his theatrical work, Brian has hosted numerous corporate events, where his engaging presence and professionalism shine. His strong work ethic, reinforced by ten years of active-duty service in the Navy, drives his commitment to excellence in every role he undertakes. With a commitment to continuous growth, he regularly participates in workshops and collaborates with other artists to explore new dimensions of his craft. Off-stage, Brian is an advocate for the arts and actively supports community theatre projects. His enthusiasm, talent, and professionalism make him a valued member of any production.

 

Aaron Martin was born in East Nashville, TN. He spent most of his life in Nashville and Knoxville, but in 2012, needed a change of scenery and he and his dog Charlie moved to Denton, TX.  A good thing, as this is where he fell smack-dab into theatre and found his love for acting.

His uncanny ability with dialects, along with a photographic memory, makes memorizing text, dialogue, and scripts come naturally to him. He’s got a few impressions in his toolkit as well (Brando), so he can pull that out for a quick ice-breaker.

Aaron is most recently known for his work in “Harsh Treatment” by Jonathan Paul/Josh Gilbert, and “The Last Whistle” (2019) by Rob Smat.

He may have started his acting career a little later in life, but Aaron quickly found that on stage and in front of the camera is where he was always meant to be.

Elisa Meléndez is a Dallas-based actor and singer by way of Los Angeles, Miami, and her Puerto Rican hometown, where childhood afternoons at her mother’s advertising agency gave her a unique fondness and skill for commercial acting. Shortly after moving to Miami, FL, she developed a passion for singing and songwriting. Her experiences as a rock singer along with her lifelong love of video games merged to guide her academic research on gender, representation, and music games—earning her a Ph.D. in Comparative Sociology in 2018. Elisa took her findings to the classroom and the video game industry, where she developed her warm, educational voice while also discovering a love for video game character acting and audiobook narration along the way. You can hear her most recently as villainess Tyreen Calypso in Borderlands 3 and narrating as Indir in Lizz Huerta’s The Lost Dreamer.

After moving back to the states from Puerto Rico, the native Houstonian made a name for herself in the short film world. She’s a Spanish speaker who loves Caribbean cuisine and Latin music. She is also a radio show host and teaches Kickboxing, Pilates, and Yoga during the day. Every year you can catch her dressed up at Comic Con or RenFest. The highlight of her career in 2023 was her Off-Broadway debut of the original stage play, sTrapped by award-winning playwright Bryan-Keyth Wilson, at Playwright’s Horizon. She was fortunate to be part of the original cast, which premiered in Houston for World AIDS Day in December of 2022. Halloween is her favorite holiday, so ask her about her favorite short or who she can’t wait to meet at Texas Frightmare Weekend. Say hello to your new favorite final girl!

Aaron Campbell is a voice over artist, on-camera actor, and storyteller. He’s been acting both on stage, on camera, and driving his parents nuts with voice impressions since he was a young boy. He’s been featured in local, national, and international commercials. A VO-boothaholic, Aaron has worked numerous animated TV shows and films, and enjoys every second he spends in front of the mic. He holds a Masters degree in Acting from Southern Methodist University, and two Bachelors Degrees from Drury University in Springfield, MO. Before moving to Dallas, Aaron spent three years working as an On Camera Reporter and Main Anchor for KRBK.