Ego Death Theatre Collective Presents…
Personal Library
by Emma S. Rund
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Cast
Megan Jamia Rockingham
Jonah Lucas Banks
Matt Tenny is a proud graduate of Illinois State University. He is excited to be stepping out into the Chicago theatre, film, and television scene. Favorite roles include: Bouc in Murder on the Orient Express, Jimbo in Fairview (Irene Ryan Nomination), Astolfo in Sueño, and Stuart Little in Stuart LIttle.
Leela is beyond excited to be working with Ego Death Theatre Collective in their debut season! She has recently acted with Haven Chicago, Buffalo Theatre Ensemble, and Illinois Shakespeare Festival. She is represented by Dream Team Talent. You can explore more of her previous work at leela-watts.com
Dream Girl Carol Kelleher
Stage Directions Derek Ray
Carol is an actor who has appeared in the Illinois Shakespeare Festival, and in films/commercials during her stint in LA. Opening a theatre company has been her lifelong dream. Love to her family, collaborators, and cats.
Derek is an actor and writer trained at Illinois State University. He is incredibly excited to be embarking on this endeavor with the wildly talented artists assembled here.
Creative
Playwright Emma S, Rund
Director/Lighting Designer Chris Turner
Jeremy is a Chicago-based actor, graduating with his theatre degree from Illinois State University. Favorite performances include Waiting for Lefty, Roe, and Richard III on the main stage, as well as Romeo & Juliet in middle school cafetoriums throughout the state.
Admin Team
Co-Marketing Advisor - Aliza Broder
Chief Financial Officer. - Tom Cook
Carol is an actor who has appeared in the Illinois Shakespeare Festival, and in films/commercials during her stint in LA. Opening a theatre company has been her lifelong dream. Love to her family, collaborators, and cats.
Benjamin is an actor and writer trained at Illinois State University. He is incredibly excited to be embarking on this endeavor with the wildly talented artists assembled here.
New Play Development - Alex Kulak
Grant Writer - Derek Ray
Lucas Banks (He/Him) is an Illinois State University graduate from Des Plaines, IL. Recent Show credits through Metropolis Theater: Music Man: In Concert, Finding Nemo Jr, How (Not) to Be a Wizard. Love and thanks to Zoe, Dad, and Mom
JaMia is a 24 year old actress and singer from the north suburbs of chicago. She started performing at the age of 12 and has carried that with her ever since. She graduated from Illinois State University with a Degree in Acting. She is super excited to make her return to the stage with Ego Death Theatre Collective and is very grateful for the opportunity!
Claire Leela Watts
Captain Matt Tenny
Chris is a graduate of Illinois State University, where he studied Theatre Education. His primary passion is teaching; he currently teaches elementary students drama. He has also worked as a technical director and as an actor, appearing most recently in Merry Wives of Windsor at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre.
Emma S. Rund is a Chicago playwright, actor, and avid reader. She’s had the pleasure of workshopping her plays with Women’s Theatre Alliance, Wayward Sisters, Actors Theatre of Indiana (ATI), The Athena Project, and more. You can find Emma’s work on NPX and on her website www.emmasophierund.com.
Light Board Op - Jeremy Miller
Tom Cook is honored to work with Ego Death Theatre Collective. Most recently, he worked as Co-President of Seventh Grade Sketch Comedy based in Virginia. All for Misty.
Aliza is an actor, writer, and recent Chicago transplant who is thrilled to be a part of Ego Death Theatre Collective. All love to Mom, Dad, and Hannah.
Co-Artistic Director - Benjamin Kelly
Co-Artistic Director - Carol Kelleher
Derek is an actor and writer trained at Illinois State University. He is incredibly excited to be embarking on this endeavor with the wildly talented artists assembled here.
Alex Kulak is a playwright, composer, and director, thrilled to be stepping into the administrative side of things with Ego Death Theatre Collective. Love to his friends, family, and collaborators.
Co-Marketing Advisor - Matt Tenny
Matt Tenny graduated from Illlinois State University with a B.S. in acting and is excited to step out into the Chicago theatre, film, and television scene.
Acknowledgements
Ego Death Theatre Collective would like to thank all of our very generous donors for the vital part they play in making theatre happen.
Grace Church of Logan Square for their generosity and accommodations in the use of their space.
We would also like to express our gratitude to everyone who has given us advice, input, support, and encouragement as we start our journey.
Lastly, we would like to thank our audience for choosing to be here and supporting local live theatre.
Coming Soon to Ego Death
Sunny Days (June 7th, 8th @7:30pm, 9th@4pm)
A workshop production of "Sunny Days," a new play by Chicago-area playwright Reina Hardy. This world premier utilizes both people and puppets to explore political themes in three parts: past, present, and apocalyptic future.
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