MARIA CORSO - Violet Bick, Rose Bailey, Various Roles
Maria graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts NYC, has appeared in numerous television shows, including “Another World,” “Loving,” “The Sopranos,” and “Sex and the City.” Recent stage credits include The Lady of Larkspur Lotion , Anna in the Tropics, Tribute and It’s a Wonderful Life all with Center Players.
KRYSTLE EISENBERG - Mary Hatch
Krystle Eisenberg (Mary Hatch) is a busy mom of four to Carter, Adeleine, Mason and Preston, but loves to perform! Krystle would like to dedicate her performance to her husband Jesse and children for always supporting her dreams, encouraging her to take risks and being her biggest fans.
JUDI B. KULDINOW - Mrs. Hatch, Various Roles
Judith Brennan Kuldinow began community theatre in 2016 with North Brunswick Adult Drama Club musicals. She later performed in the Misfits’ initial production, Center Players’ Coyote, and Way Past Midnight’s Holiday Musical Fantasy. She is delighted to return for “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Show”.
RALPH COLOMBINO - George Bailey
Ralph Colombino is an actor, director, musician, producer and teacher. He is a graduate of Rutgers MGSA with a BFA in acting. He is a veteran of the theatre with more than 50 professional productions to his credit. For 22 years, Ralph has been the Artistic Director of Actors Playground.
ROBERT YANEZ - Martini, Sam Wainwright, Various Roles
This is Robert’s first time acting for Center Players, and he is unbelievably excited to be a part of this production of It’s a Wonderful Life, and to be a part of such a talented cast!
JACKIE KUSHER - Joseph, Freddie Filmore
He appeared Off-Broadway at 19, recorded at RCA studios at 23, appeared in movies, and TV, recently published his first book, was nominated for a Perry Award for ‘Outstanding Performance by an actor’, followed by a ‘Broadway World’ nomination in the same category for an Off Broadway production.
HOWIE GANDELMAN - Henry F. Potter, Foley Manager, Various Roles
Howie Gandelman is a retired Elementary educator having spent the last 20 years of his career teaching in Manalapan. He is trained in many dance forms and still dances even when there is no music playing. This is Howie’s second production with “Center Players” and looks forward to many more.
CHARLES DEITZ - Clarence, Billy Bailey, Various Roles
Charles works in theaters in Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean counties. His 100+ performances include Of Mice and Men, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Diary of Anne Frank, and Odd Couple, Noted roles include Friar Lawrence (Romeo & Juliet), and Elwood P. Dowd (Harvey).
SCOTT STEIN - Old Man Gower, Various Roles
Scott was an Information Technology professional for over 40 years and retired in 2023. He played Mr. Conductor for three holiday seasons at Barnes and Noble for the readings of Polar Express and recently assisted in the tech crew for the Center Players production of Coyote. Scott is happy to have the opportunity to “play many roles” this time.
Michele Coppolino – Director
Michele has been directing productions for Center Players in and around Freehold, New Jersey, as well as for other theater groups in New York City, for the past three years. Her recent directing credits include Plaza Suite and a live radio production of A Christmas Carol, both presented at the American Hotel. She also directed You Know I Can’t Hear You When the Water’s Running, which was performed at Court Street School in Freehold and at The Renaissance in Monroe. Working with these marvelous actors has made this production all the more wonderful. It has truly been a joyous experience, and I am honored and proud to direct such a talented cast.
JACYNTH APORA - Stage Manager,
Foley Assistant, Sadie Vance, Various Roles
Jacynth Apora is very happy to be with Center Players again for this production. Notable roles include Katherine (Cocktail Hour Confessions), Muriel, Jean, Mimsey (Plaza Suite) and Sally (Tribute). Her work can be found on www.jacynthapora.com and her Youtube channel, @jacynthapora.