As I promised, here are some photos from FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, (I was the butcher, Lazar Wolf), followed by a Biblical character, Tobias, in the film LOST LETTERS OF FAITH. There were some other professions---a priest, a drunk. (Don't say it)
 
And a "must" role for a character actor is Lazar Wolf in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. This time we're at the Oklahoma City Lyric
The Biblical Tobias in the film, LOST LETTERS OF FAITH. A less than Biblical group of grooms from FIDDLER
And so the story continues, by looking back a little...
 
The Priest in KISS ME KATE The Drunken Backwoodsman in SHOWBOAT
(My Minister Dad was so proud.) (My Minister Dad was NOT so proud.)
AND THEN....
I completed a new production of MAN OF LA MANCHA for White Plains Performing Arts Center. This was the initial production for this jewel of a LORT Theatre. This was followed by playing JP Morgan and Grandfather in their concert version of RAGTIME, at WPPAC, as well. (The following production photos by Carlos Gustavo Monroy)
Luke Yankee, director of MAN OF LA MANCHA and myself, taking a break.
 
The Innkeeper Knighting Don Quixote The Governor threatening the manuscript of Don Quixote--Robert Cuccioli
  
Sarah, Grandfather and Father in RAGTIME; JP Morgan in RAGTIME; Sarah's friend, Mother & Grandfather in RAGTIME
Many of you saw me reprise my roles in Hal Prince's production of CANDIDE, with the New York City Opera in March and April of 2008. What a terrific and creative year. (Photos on Gallery of Photos page)
And it continues: completed benefit concert performances of SHOWBOAT, at the acclaimed and historical venue, Carnegie Hall. Previously, I performed other wonderful concerts in that hall; one special concert was ANYONE CAN WHISTLE, with Scott Bakula, Madeline Kahn, Bernedette Peters and Angela Lansbury, who played in the original production. Again, it was my great fortune to work with Stephen Sondheim.
Those considering my work as a Voice Over Artist, may call the numbers below for commercials, radio or narration. And you may listen to the MP3 version of the Commercial Demo here: Or the Narration Demo here:
For film, television, commercial or Voice Over work, please contact Suzanne Horne:
The Horne Agency, 214. 350-9220
Or, I hope all those talented casting directors interested in me for future projects, will email or call me personally, and I'll call my agent.
(A shameless promotional moment.)
Shanesdad@aol.com
718. 930-7110 Cell
I was fortunate to create the role of down-and-out newspaper salesman, "George" in the theatrical film, LISTEN TO YOUR HEART, starring Cybill Shepherd, Shirley Knight and rising star, Kent Moran. This movie has won multiple festival awards, was screened in Times Square, and can be seen on Netflix and the Lifetime Movie Network.
 
I had great fun as the spineless, simple "Landlord", in the YouTube video, US ON YOUR SIDE. A precious taste of subtlety, to begin the new year. Which has been followed by working with the ABBA creators of CHESS and MAMA MIA, in their American Premiere of KRISTINA, in concert at Carnegie Hall. We flew to London for concerts of this magnificent show, at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall. Now looking forward to Paris, Rome and Sydney.
As a part of the national movement to place focus on hate crimes, I played several roles in a staged reading of THE LARAMIE PROJECT: EPILOGUE, followed by another staged reading with our Baylor alumni in GRACE, by Craig Wright---returning home to Baylor University, where much of "it all" began.
Some other projects keeping me busy, have been principal roles in HADLEYBURG, BIGFOOT AND OTHER LOST SOULS and SHADOW OF THE MOUNTAIN.
But with scholarships at Baylor in the name of each member of our immediate Ousley family (Religion, Music Pedigogy, Vocal Production and Theatre Arts), I really look forward to watching the young and talented at Baylor Theatre prosper in their fields of study. They, too, are "under construction" and learning to spread their wings.
And finally (I bet you never expected that to arrive.) ...
My many friends and I have welcomed your visit, your interest, and your time. We wish you all happiness and success in every part of your lives.
Everyone within these pages has tried to adhere to the earlier quote from Winston Churchill. And hopefully, everyone reading these pages will always continue to reach for their goals; and when those are achieved, reach even higher.
 
Group shots always provide memories when looking back. This one is MACBETH at Virginia Museum Theatre, Yes, that's me in the middle, wearing a doe-skin cape. Some of the soldiers are wearing football pads or suits. Hmmm. In RAGTIME, we're all wonderfully formal, at the White Plains Performing Arts Center.
This a partial group of "misfits" from CANDIDE, backstage at the New York City Opera, in 2008. See that guy in the back with a red wig and moustache? Look familiar?
 
OKLAHOMA! (I'm on the far right) SWEENEY TODD (I'm in the middle--need glasses?)
And below, is the Australian company of CAMELOT, with Richard Harris, and a handful of we Americans brought "down under". (I'm "the blonde"close to the middle on the 2nd row.) It was a thrilling time.
 
SWEENEY TODD, on tour with June Havoc (in the middle) 3PENNY OPERA (give up; I'm way in the back)
  
Man of LaMancha (Sean and I in front) then a SHOWBOAT tour; Find me! Even Shane and his girlfriend, Spottie, find hotel living has it's perks. And the beach was only 2 blocks away!
....and finally, another me, but don't tell anybody!
 
Above All: May each of you be Blessed with a successful and loving life and career, and onward into the future!
...thank you for sharing your time!
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