JULIE JOHNSON has enjoyed a varied and exciting career spanning film, television, Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theatre and concerts. Julie is best known as the voice of Baby Bop on BARNEY AND FRIENDS for 20 years. She just completed 3 years with the North American Tour of COME FROM AWAY. Julie made her Carnegie Hall debut singing with the New York Pops Orchestra.  She portrayed Mama in the first national tour of MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL!  Broadway:  CANDIDE;  Off-Broadway: DAS BARBECU ( Theatre World Award), Angel in THE RINK  Regional: Dolly in HELLO DOLLY, Mrs. Lovett in SWEENEY TODD,  Domina in A FUNNY THING… FORUM at Shakespeare Theatre Company, Washington, D.C.,  Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Bass Hall,   ROCKY HORROR SHOW, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, all at the Dallas Theater Center.  Movie credits include PURE COUNTRY and THE APOSTLE with Robert Duvall.

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.

 

Molly Searcy admires nuance, subtext, & versatility in acting. She prioritizes these elements in her work on camera, in the booth, and on stage. Molly earned her MFA in Acting from SMU & is a member of the Brierley Resident Acting Company at the Tony-award winning Dallas Theater Center. She comes from a ballet background, adores animals, travel, oat milk lattes, breakfast food, & binge-watching old episodes of Big Brother UK on YouTube. Molly is a proud native Houstonian & Astros fan!

Matt is a born and raised DFW actor dedicated to inspiring and representing gay men through his storytelling, while also bringing his full range of skills to a diverse array of roles. Matt received his BFA in Acting from Southern Methodist University and trained with Reiko Aylesworth and Blake Hackler in on-camera acting. Known for bringing his full authentic self into every space, Matt is a collaborator in everything he does. He cares deeply about the connection between human beings, using that connection as an actor to make people feel seen and less alone in the world, which drives his passion for the work. When he’s not acting, he loves to play competitive volleyball, put his Bachelor’s in Computer Science and IT skills to good use, travel, try new restaurants, write, or watch a good miniseries drama with friends and family.

Gracie is a proud Lao-Hmong-American actor, pianist, and singer based in the DFW area. She hopes to inspire and represent Asian-Americans (and especially AAPI women) with her storytelling and performances. Gracie received her BFA in Theatre with an emphasis in Acting at Southern Methodist University. She has experience in classical and contemporary theatre, musical theatre, and short-films with great hopes to be in larger film productions. She brings a collaborative, can-do, and thoughtful attitude to every room to ensure her work is the most valuable. If she isn’t working, she’s spending time with her younger siblings, cuddling up with a good book, or trying a new pasta recipe.

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!

Denise Lee, is an award-winning actress/singer who has performed in all genres of entertainment for more than three decades. She has an extensive film and television resumé, and she is also an accomplished vocalist. 2020 marks the 4th time she has been voted ‘Best Vocalist’ in the Reader’s Voice Awards of the Dallas Voice. Denise has delighted international crowds with performances in jazz clubs in Shanghai, Beijing, Switzerland, and France. She is the founder and Executive Producer of the Denise Lee Onstage Cabaret Series and the Dallas Cabaret Festival, which is entering it’s 6th year. Lee has recently added ‘playwright’ to her list of accomplishments. Her first play ‘Funny, You Don’t Act Like A Negro’ had it’s World Premiere at Historic Theatre Three in February of 2020.

Allison Pistorius has received rave reviews acting across the country, notably at the Dallas Theater Center, the Denver Center Theatre Company (both Tony Award-winning LORT theaters) and TheaterWorks Hartford.  Having earned an MFA in Acting from the National Theatre Conservatory and a BA in Theatre and Dance from UT Austin, she’s a classically trained actress who possesses great skill with contemporary dialogue.  She is also equally at home in comedy and drama.  In addition to being an actress and mom (of triplets!), Allison is also an acting teacher at Booker T Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and is passionate about fitness.  She’s a Pilates instructor and completed Power Yoga Teacher Training in 2010.  Her on camera talents include skill with the Teleprompter and working well with children and animals.  Allison’s best kept secret is that she is a native Texan, something no one ever guesses when they hear her speak.  She uses a natural, neutral speech in her daily life, but also possesses an exceptional facility with accents and dialects.

Cory Phillips has been acting in film and media since 2010. He got his start in acting with improv, and has since trained at Second City and performed in well over 1,000 shows. He has studied and developed his craft which has led to many wonderful projects. Cory has experience in on-camera acting, voice-over, martial arts, comedy, teleprompter, hosting and MC. He was the lead in a 400-plus-episode kids show and two Lionsgate films (“Ghoster” and “The Fantastic Pet”). He had his first SAG role in the hit series “The Chosen,” and you can hear his voice in over 100 anime titles with Crunchyroll. Cory loves acting and all things nerd. He has made guest appearances at hundreds of Cons across the nation and loves interacting with fans. When he is not working, he is riding his motorcycle or playing Dungeons & Dragons.

Sean Alan Stone is an actor, writer, photographer, poet, and director. He was born in the farmland of central Texas to a diverse and international family. His father was born in Guyana, raised between Canada and the US, to Indian and Irish parents. His mother was born in Texas. This created a unique lens through which to view the world by adding tremendous depth and nuance to the wide range of characters and dialects he is able to inhabit.

He made his TV debut as Billy Flynn on the television series Murder Made Me Famous (2016), and shortly after made his film debut in Great Plains (2016).

Sean is best known for his role as Louis on AMC’s The Son (2017), starring Pierce Brosnan, and has since appeared in several films, commercials, and television shows.

When not on screen he can be found creating. “There are those who have no voice in the narrative.  Who have stories and have lives that are the solution to the problems we face today, for a better tomorrow.  To give a voice to the voiceless is the mission. To amplify those who need to be heard.”