Deborah Gibson (official website) as Velma Kelly
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Deborah exploded on the pop music scene at the age of sixteen. She became the youngest person ever to write, produce and perform a #1 single, a record which she still proudly holds to this day. Her career has garnered her Billboard hits, Platinum albums, ASCAP Songwriter of the Year honors and sold out world tours. She received rave reviews for her starring roles on Broadway in Beauty and the Beast and Les Miserables. In London's West End she broke box office records in Grease, and she starred with Betty Buckley in Paper Mill Playhouse's acclaimed production of Gypsy. Deborah has also headlined in national tours of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Funny Girl, and Cinderella, opposite Eartha Kitt. "Thanx my ‘Fosse Fairy Godparents', Lillie Kae and Miguel, and to all at NSMT for this opportunity!"

Kim Morgan Greene as Roxie Hart
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Kim Morgan Greene is best known to audiences as bad girl Channing Colby from the ABC Dynasty spin-off "The Colbys". Recently, she appeared in the film "Race to Space," costarring with James Woods. Some of her other TV & Film credits include "The Gardner" with Malcolm McDowell, "Punks" with Cathy Moriarity, "Walker, Texas Ranger" and "Silk Stalkings". Kim was one of the featured leads of the original Tony Award winning cast of the Broadway show Fosse. She understudied Debbie Allen for Bob Fosse in the Broadway Revival of Sweet Charity. Kim feels very blessed to have worked so closely with Mr. Fosse and Gwen Verdon. Other theater credits include Cassie in A Chorus Line, Louise in Gypsy, and Rosie in Bye, Bye, Birdie. "All performances are dedicated to my daughter, Morgan."

Eleanor Glockner as Matron "Mama" Morton
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: On Broadway, Ms. Glockner originated the role of the operatic armoire Madame de la Grande Bouche in Beauty and the Beast and was in the original casts of the Tony Award-winning productions of both the Guys and Dolls revival (Agatha, General Cartwright) and City of Angels (Masseuse/Madame) as well as in Me and My Girl (Mrs. Brown, Duchess Maria) and the revival of Oliver!. Other credits include Made By Two, La Mama ETC; ... Whiteness, Actor's Theatre of Louisville; Lizzie Borden, Goodspeed; and A Child's Christmas in Wales, New Jersey Shakespeare Festival. Film: "The Hudsucker Proxy." TV: "Law and Order: CI." Soloist: Los Angeles Philharmonic, Hollywood Bowl.

Daniel C. Levine as Mary Sunshine
With NSMT: Penelope. Elsewhere: Daniel Levine is thrilled to be reprising the role of Mary Sunshine here at NSMT; a role which he originated on the Broadway National tour. Broadway and Broadway National tours Credits include: The Rocky Horror Show on Broadway, Mamma Mia!, Jesus Christ Superstar, Chicago, Les Miserables, Tommy, and Babes In Arms. Other NYC credits include: John & Paul, The Gory Details, Naked Boys Singing! and La Gran Scena Opera. Television/Film credits include: "Beverly Hills 90210" and "General Hospital", "Tony Awards 2000", "The Rosie O'Donnell Show" and "No Such Thing" (Francis Ford Coppola Films). Daniel received a BA from Brandeis University (pre-med/theatre), and attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston.

Mark Manley as Amos Hart
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Broadway credits include Fiddler on the Roof, Whorehouse Goes Public, Legs Diamond and the infamous Got Tu Go Disco. He was part of the pre-Broadway workshop of The Boy From Oz, starring Hugh Jackman (scheduled to open on Broadway in October, 2003). Regional credits include: Goodspeed Opera House, Caldwell Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse, Westchester Broadway Theatre and Playwright's Horizons. Mark has appeared in commercials and films, most recently the award-winning independent film "The American Astronaut," which premiered at The Sundance Film Festival. "As always, love to my family. This performance is dedicated to the memory of Hope and the life of Zach."

William Michals (official website) as Billy Flynn
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: William made his Broadway debut as "The Beast" in Disney's Beauty and the Beast, playing opposite Deborah Gibson, Toni Braxton, and Andrea McArdle. He recently returned to play the boastful Gaston! Other credits include leads in Les Misérables, The Music Man, Man of La Mancha, Phantom, Camelot and appearances with symphony orchestras from coast to coast. Mr. Michals began his career in opera, singing leading roles in New York, Boston, and Aspen. TV: "Law and Order," "All My Children," "Guiding Light." A recipient of the 2002 Anselmo Award, his performance as Chauvelin in The Scarlet Pimpernel earned nominations for Chicago's "Jeff" and National "STAR" Awards. Mr. Michals was invited by Mayor Giuliani to sing "Let There Be Peace On Earth", solo and a cappella, in an early morning ceremony broadcast world wide on December 11, 2001, at Ground Zero, NYC. www.WilliamMichals.com

Eddie Bennett as Ensemble
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: This fireball of energy hails from Dallas, Texas, where he started performing at the age of 12. He recently finished the national tour of Chicago and is very proud to be part of the NSMT cast. "Thanks to Todd, Poppy Heller, Aunt I and above all, his Creator and his lucky star for giving me the strength and passion. All shows are dedicated to you."

Michelle Bruckner as Mona, Ensemble (u/s Roxie, Velma, Dance Captain)
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Michelle has performed in both the Broadway and national touring companies of Chicago and recently performed the role of Velma at Maine State Music Theatre. Other credits include Sheila in A Chorus Line, Anything Goes, Damn Yankees, La Cage aux Folles, The Goodbye Girl and Mame.

Bill Burns as Ensemble
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Bill, a native of Los Angeles, CA, is proud of his early years working with top choreographers, directors and extraordinary talent on numerous television shows and films. On stage, Broadway and National tour credits include Fosse, Victor/Victoria, Beauty and the Beast, Guys and Dolls, Jerome Robbins' Broadway, Metro, Can-Can, La Cage aux Folles, and Chita and All That Jazz. "Thanks to my family, friends and colleagues for the many opportunities and amazing experiences you have given me."

Deanna Dys as Liz, Ensemble
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Deanna is delighted to be appearing in NSMT's Chicago. Broadway credits include Annie Get Your Gun (Dolly Tate), Crazy For You (Vera), Saturday Night Fever (Rosalie), Meet Me In St. Louis (Bridget), Candide (Dance Captain) and Legs Diamond (Cigarette Girl). Tours include Director/Choreographer for the European company of Crazy For You. Film and TV credits include "The First Wives Club," "Ed," "One Life to Live," "Guiding Light," "As the World Turns," and "The Rosie O'Donnell Show." "Love and thanks to my family and friends. Enjoy the show!"

Hillary Heather Elliott as Go-To-Hell Kitty, Ensemble (u/s Mona)
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Hillary is thrilled to be doing her favorite musical, Chicago, with NSMT. She was last seen as Go-To-Hell Kitty in last summer's production of Chicago at Ogunquit Playhouse. Originally from Northern California, she graduated with a bachelor's degree in dance from U.C. Irvine, and then spent nine years dancing in Las Vegas, Reno, Lake Tahoe, Japan and finally the Lido de Paris in Paris. Other credits include Cabaret (Lulu- Arkansas Rep), Crazy For You (Elaine - Westchester Broadway Theatre) and the Martin Scorsese film "Casino."

David Glaspie as Ensemble
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: David is proud to be making his NSMT debut. He was last seen in Merry Go Round Playhouse's production of Chicago. Originally from Indianapolis, IN, past credits include the national tour of Halfway There, A Chorus Line and various television commercials. "Thanks to my mother and aunts for their continual support."

Mindy Haywood as Annie, Ensemble
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Mindy, a native New Yorker, has performed in the off-Broadway show Stomp!, The 1996 Academy Awards (Oscars) and the HBO Special "Stomp Out Loud." She has performed with the Tulsa Opera Company, Clive Thompson Dance Company, Jubilation! and guested with Edward Villella and Dancers/ Whitney Ballet Theatre. Other credits include: Youth AIDS - PSA, "All My Children" and "Fame." Dancing since the age of 5, Mindy is thrilled to be a part of this production. "XOXOXO to Ma and Mme.!"

Eric Hoisington as Ensemble
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Eric Hoisington is a former soloist with the San Francisco Ballet, Alonzo King's "Lines," Zvi Gotheiner and Dendy Dance. He played "Emcee" in Takazaukas' production of Cabaret in San Francisco and made his Broadway debut in Jerome Robbins' Broadway. He was principal dancer in Sappington's Song and Dance in Miami. Mr. Hoisington is a recipient of the Isadora Duncan award, teaches ballet and is grateful to give his talents for AIDS benefits across the Country.

Nick Kenkel (official website) as Ensemble
With NSMT: Sweet Charity Elsewhere: West Side Story (KC Starlight Theatre), NY Liberty Torch Patrol (Madison Square Garden). TV: Saturday Night Live, MTV Video Music Awards, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, NBC 75th Anniversary Special. FILM: Marci X (Paramount), Molly Gunn (MGM). Nick is a C.P.A. and graduated from Indiana University with a B.S. in Accounting. Nick is thrilled to be back to North Shore for another Fosse production. "Special thanks to Barry Ivan and John La Rock for the opportunity."

Jennifer Elle Lewis as Hunyak, Ensemble
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Jennifer is pleased to return to her favorite role, having toured previously with Chicago. She has performed across the U.S. and Europe with credits including A Chorus Line (Maggie), Annie (Star-to-Be), and A Midsummer Night's Dream (Helena) to name a few. She trained at the British American Drama Academy in Oxford, England and The University of the Arts in Philadelphia. TV and Film credits include the "Broadway.com" commercial, "Guiding Light," "Catch Me If You Can" (Steven Spielberg, Dir.) and most recently the lead actress in the independent film, "The Ticket."

Kathy Meyer as June, Ensemble
With NSMT: Footloose, Carousel, Sweet Charity, Grease, Victor/Victoria, Kismet, A Christmas Carol ('96, '98 - ‘01), West Side Story, 42nd Street. Elsewhere: Kathy began her year at NSMT as a teacher for the Education Department's Advanced Music Theatre Master Class. She then performed Footloose here at NSMT and she appeared in My Fair Lady, in Atlanta and Dallas. Some of her favorite roles include Anybodys in West Side Story, Louise in Carousel, Kathy in Company and a Pearlie in A Christmas Carol. Chicago marks her 16th show with Director-Choreographer, Barry Ivan. "Continuing love and thanks to Barry."

Brian O'Brien as Fred Casely, Ensemble (u/s Billy Flynn)
With NSMT: Cabaret. Elsewhere: Broadway/NY; Anything Goes (Lincoln Center Benefit), Annie Get Your Gun, Steel Pier, My Favorite Broadway: The Love Songs (City Center/PBS). Regional; Chicago, Maine State, Worcester Foothills (Fred Casely), Lady In The Dark, The Prince Music Theater, Philadelphia (Randy Curtis), On The 20th Century and Pajama Game, Goodspeed Opera House, South Pacific, Paper Mill Playhouse, Radio City Christmas, Los Angeles, The Will Rogers Follies (Tour). Graduate of Seton Hall University.

Steven Wenslawski as Ensemble (u/s Mary Sunshine)
With NSMT: Debut. Elsewhere: Steven spent this past summer performing in various shows at the Sacramento Music Circus. He has been seen on the national tour of Fosse and the European Tour of Sophisticated Ladies. In New York he recently completed a workshop of the new musical Never Gonna Dance. Favorite roles include Mike (A Chorus Line), Jenkins (Of Thee I Sing) and Nathan (Shenandoah).

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