'AIDA' cast profile: Alison Robbins

Alison Robbins is Aida. 

GCP Girl: Tell me a little about yourself, such as your past shows here or elsewhere, a particular area of study, occupation, hobby, etc.

Alison: I have been involved in theater with the STAR Center since I was 15. I have done many shows such as Elphaba in 'Wicked', Timoune in 'Once On This Island', Nala in the 'Lion King', Natalie in 'All Shook Up', and many others. I love theater and I have also been dancing since three.

GCP Girl: Tell me about your character(s). What makes her/him fun or rewarding to play?

Alison: My character is Aida. I will say it is definately the hardest role I have ever played. She is strong and determined but also selfish in regard to not wanting to lead her people. I can relate to her running away from her responsiblities but in the end having to except the inevitable. Its fun to be in this show because the whole cast is so awesomely talented and great to spend time with.

GCP Girl: What is your favorite musical number in AIDA? 

Alison: My favorite is Amneris's song Strongest Suit because I'm not supposed to dance in the show at all and the Choreographer let me be in the number. I was happy.

GCP Girl: What is your favorite moment in AIDA? 

Alison: My favorite moment is when Amneris discovers that Radames and Aida have been messing around and sings the most beautiful song called I Know the Truth.

GCP Girl: Why did you decide to audition for AIDA?

Alison: I did this show at Buchholz high years ago and I love the music.

GCP Girl: Why should everyone in town see this production? 

Alison: Because Dan has gone above and beyond making this show one nobody will ever forget. Every person in the show is talented and they all have worked hard to make this show the best it can be.

GCP Girl: Talk about one of your most memorable theatrical experiences ever, either as a performer or audience member. 

Alison: When I was 15 i played Dorothy in the 'Wizard of Oz' and the wizard didn't have a bag to hold the heart, and all the things he gives them at the end of the play. He put all the things in his pocket and when he got to me I said "I don't suppose you have anything in your pants for me?" he was 11 and I was mortified.

Oh snap! What a funny moment. Thanks for the laugh, Alison. 

Don't miss Alison and the rest of this amazing cast in 'AIDA'! Please visit the GCP Website or the Event Page on Facebookfor show details and ticket information.

xoxo GCP Girl

'AIDA' cast profile: Bryan J. Faux

Bryan J. Faux gets his evil on as Zoser in 'AIDA'.

Character(s): Zoser/Production Assistant

GCP Girl: Tell me a little about yourself, such as your past shows here or elsewhere, a particular area of study, occupation, hobby, etc. 

Bryan: I have been active at the GCP for the last 8 years. Some of my past shows include Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, The Producers, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, RENT, and Thoroughly Modern Millie. I am currently a junior studying journalism at the University of Florida.

GCP Girl: Tell me about your character. What makes her/him fun or rewarding to play?

Bryan: It is fun to be bad! My character has no redeeming qualities and he is a clear cut villain but he plays an important role in the story as a source of conflict for several characters. It's pretty different from who I am but it is fun to do something so removed from the real me.

GCP Girl: What is your favorite musical number in AIDA? 

Bryan: Another Pyramid. It rocks and it has awesome choreography (thanks to Susan). All the songs are great in this show but this one is a blast for me.

GCP Girl: What is your favorite moment in AIDA? 

Bryan: It's hard to choose a favorite moment because this show has so many great moments. It's funny because I was never a fan of the song "The Gods Love Nubia" but this cast really delivers it. The A cappella  section of that song gives me chills. That is probably my favorite moment. I think they have turned the song around for me, I have a newfound appreciation for it and I'm really proud of them.

GCP Girl: Why did you decide to audition for AIDA? 

Bryan: Well I was planning to help out with it anyway and I ended up on stage. It's my first show as an actor since Millie in 2012. I did "Aida" in high school so it was really fun to revisit.

GCP Girl: Why should everyone in town see this production? 

Bryan: This show has a gorgeous score. There aren't any bad songs in it. It is inventive and very different from other shows sort of both modern and classic at once. The cast we've assembled is going to bring down the house. I can't wait for people to see it.

Thanks, Bryan!

The wait is over, folks. 'AIDA' opens TONIGHT at the Vam York Theatre! Please visit the GCP Website or the Event Page on Facebook for show details and ticket information.

'AIDA' cast profile: Stephen Peters

Stephen Peters takes on many roles in 'AIDA'.

Character(s): Soldier/Minister/Nubian

GCP Girl: Tell me a little about yourself, such as your past shows here or elsewhere, a particular area of study, occupation, hobby, etc. 

Stephen: I am a sophomore at GHS who is an active member of the drama club. My last show was here at the GCP in 'Seussical' as General Schmitz. Some of my favorites at GHS have included Papa Ge in 'Once On This Island' and Gaston in 'Beauty and the Beast.'

GCP Girl: Tell me about your character(s). What makes her/him fun or rewarding to play? 

Stephen: I love playing all the characters throughout the show. The soldiers are really a bunch of over the top macho guys who are high energy and the ministers are more shady and slick. I mean what's not to love?

GCP Girl: What is your favorite musical number in AIDA? 

Stephen: Oh man, that's hard. I'll go with 'Another Pyramid', it's a super fun song to dance, sing, and lets not forget to add that it's really catchy.

GCP Girl: What is your favorite moment in AIDA? 

Stephen: Another tough one, I'll say acting through 'The Gods Love Nubia'. It's a very moving song and it's great to create a character arch through it, going from completely shattered to uplifted.

GCP Girl: Why did you decide to audition for AIDA? 

Stephen: It sounded like a fun show.

GCP Girl: Why should everyone in town see this production? 

Stephen: That would be because this musical is rockin' and everyone in it is rockin' it! I really think audiences are going to be entertained and leave humming the songs.

GCP Girl: Talk about one of your most memorable theatrical experiences ever, either as a performer or audience member. 

Stephen: That would have to be during 'Seussical'. My uncle, whom I had not seen in awhile, surprised me by showing up to the show. Let me tell you, when I saw him in the audience during the opening number it was all smiles from then on that night.

Thanks, Stephen!

Tonight is $5 Preview Night and a great opportunity to catch 'AIDA' before everyone else! Please visit the GCP Website or the Event Page on Facebook for show details and ticket information. 

xoxo GCP Girl

'Noises Off' Cast Announcement

Congratulations to the cast of 'Noises Off'!

Cast List

Brooke: Rachel Warnes
Garry: Adam Lishawa
Dotty: Susan Christophy
Tim: Michael Tremaine
Poppy: Leannis Crutchfield
Selsdon: Doug Diekow
Freddie: Philip Young
Lloyd: Jerry Brewington
Belinda: Kristin Mercer

Thank you to all who auditioned. Please make sure to audition for Into the Woods March 9th and 10th.

For backstage help (costumes, tech, crew, props) please contact us through the website www.gcplayhouse.org.