AGNES

Maggie is a New York City-based actor and a recent graduate of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. She graduated with Top Honors, receiving an Outstanding Achievement Award which she was nominated for by her esteemed faculty. While at NYU, she collaborated with composer Andrew Lippa and directors Matthew Webster/Nathan Brewer on a new musical titled Every Goodbye is Hello. Maggie made her Off-Broadway debut playing the title role of Alison Bechdel in Fun Home. In addition, she originated the role of Elizabeth Wollstonecraft in Hyena in Petticoats in NYC. You may have also seen Maggie as Alice Murphy in the musical Bright Star locally at Limelight Theatre!

MOTHER MIRIAM RUTH

Katie is thrilled to be returning to the Lumen Rep stage. You may remember her from her performances last season as Mommy in Slow Burn: The American Dream or touring around the local breweries in Shakesbeer. When she is not working on a show, Katie keeps busy by hosting storytelling events, leading tours around Jacksonville, running her own life coaching business, and serving as the Guest Relations Coordinator for Lumen Rep. You can follow her adventures on and offstage @katiejohnstonwellness.

DOCTOR MARTHA LIVINGSTONE

Karen is excited to be making her first appearance with Lumen Repertory Theatre. She was last seen as Juliana in “The Other Place” at ABET. She has appeared in many productions in the area including as Arty in “Eleemosynary”, Bananas in “House of Blue Leaves”, Banquo in “Macbeth”, and Chief Inspector Hubbard in “Dial M for Murder”. Karen also performs on film and is a watercolor painter.

CO-DIRECTOR & PHOTOGRAPHER

Josh is an ardent proponent of professional arts in this region. In 2022, he cofounded Lumen Rep with Brian and Kristin, and they’ve been creating professional productions ever since. Josh would like to specifically extend his gratitude to the Lumen Rep Team as well as the various donors, patrons, designers, fellow artists, board members, and volunteers that make Lumen Repertory Theatre a reality for Northeast Florida. Finally, Josh would like to thank his close friends, his family, and his Lydia for their perennial love and support.

Offstage, Josh is a pro photographer and would love to do your headshots in exchange for money — visit his website at jaxheadshots.co, and follow him on social media — @joshrews @jaxheadshots #PayThePros

SET DESIGN & PROPS

Claire is grateful she's able to continue to work with incredibly talented people in the many theaters throughout the city. Most recent productions: The Cake (Director - PBTS); VINCENT (Lumen Rep); The Royale (5 & Dime); Opposite of Normal & Lady Day (PBTS); Thurgood (Theater Jax); Alice in Wonderland and Radio Golf (ABET).

LIGHTING DESIGNER

Carl has been a dedicated designer, production manager, and technical director in North Florida since 2008. With extensive experience across a diverse range of productions—including theatre, musical theatre, dance, opera, and live events—he has established himself as a versatile and skilled professional in the performing arts community.

His design work has been featured in numerous organizations within the St. Augustine arts scene, including First Coast Opera, Limelight Theatre, Flagler College, and several area high schools. A 2011 graduate of Flagler College with a degree in Theatre, specializing in design and technical production, Carl continues to contribute to the region’s artistic landscape.

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

“Mikey” is Kristin Livingston's brother and happy to be helping out with this production. He is normally found running around at the Ponte Vedra concert hall where he's been for 12+ years rockin’ and rollin’ as the venue’s Production Coordinator.

Mikey graduated from JU in 2005 and began working professionally around town. He is also a proud member of IATSE LOCAL 115. He couldn't have done it without the love and support of his wife, Leanne. “Love you, baby!”

CO-DIRECTOR & SOUND DESIGNER

Brian is a multidisciplinary creative hailing from Nashville, TN where he served as the founding Artistic Director of People’s Branch Theatre and enjoyed the career of a fledgling artist.

In addition to being an actor, director, writer, designer, and producer in scores of professional theatre productions, Brian now serves as Artistic Director for Lumen Rep Theatre. He is also Professor of Humanities and Theatre at SJR State, and adjuncts in acting, philosophy, and theology at several other universities. He holds degrees in Theatre Arts & English Literature (BA), Theology (MA), and is a PhD Candidate in Humanities.

COSTUME DESIGN

Camala is Co-Owner of The Costume Crew LLC. With a keen eye for innovation, impeccable construction skills, and a vibrant use of color, her work has become one of the most sought-after in the region. Her impressive portfolio includes a diverse range of productions. Recent local credits include Carmen (Jacksonville Symphony), No Exit (Lumen Rep), She Kills Monsters (FSCJ DramaWorks), and Disney's Beauty & the Beast (SMTE). In 2010, she joined Alhambra Theatre as a Resident Costume Designer. Memorable productions include Wizard of Oz, Elf the Musical, Hairspray, Suessical, Cinderella, and Legally Blonde. A special thanks to the creative team a Lumen Rep, for giving me the opportunity to be part of this thought-provoking production.

STAGE MANAGER

Originally from El Paso and where she fell in love with not acting but the black clothing of the tech world. She states there is nothing better than creating a world out of some wood, paint, fabric, lighting, and music.

She worked at the El Paso Playhouse for several seasons until she moved to Jacksonville. She took time off to raise her daughter Abigail who she loves and is amazed by daily. She would like to thank Abigail and family for support and more importantly God for blessing her every day.