Kiri Allen (Props Designer, Assistant Stage Manager) is originally from Lancaster, PA and has worked in theater and film on both the east and west coast. She spent four years at Sight & Sound Theatres, where she primarily served as Props Coordinator. Over the last nine years, she has worked on and off screen in a number of films and is currently a producer and writer at Gravitywell Films. She loves the creative community here in Lancaster and is grateful to be working with Servant Stage!

Johnathan Bauer (Director) started Servant Stage with his wife Rebecca in 2011 and has been a part of every production since then! Favorite memories include directing and co-creating Servant Stage’s adaptation of A Christmas Carol and performing as Harold Hill in The Music Man with Servant Stage. Johnathan graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a degree in vocal performance and moved to Pennsylvania in 2014 to work with Sight & Sound Theatres. Since then he has performed and directed with many of the theatres in the Lancaster area. Johnathan and Rebecca live in Strasburg with their children, Gabriel, Jubilee, and Emmanuel.

Rebecca Bauer (Costume Coordinator)

Scott Byers (Set Construction) is thrilled to support Servant Stage with building the sets for Fiddler on the Roof.  He is a father of 7 amazing kids (Tirzah, Noami Grace, Isaiah, Selah, Judah, Hosea and Micaiah) and thankful for his amazing wife (Hannah) for supporting him in serving Servant Stage and the community with his gifts.  The whole family has been part of Servant Stage over the past 2 years from performers to concessions and parking.  Scott has enjoyed working with everyone at Servant Stage Team to build the sets and bring Fiddler on the Roof production to life. 1 Peter 4:10 "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace.

Melissa Edwards (Stage Manager) is grateful to be working with Servant Stage again in her sixth show as stage manager. She is thankful to get to work on this beloved, classic show with such a great cast.  After earning her Bachelor's degree in Theatre from the University of Central Arkansas, Melissa worked behind the scenes at theatres in Kentucky, Nebraska, Virginia, New Jersey, and Connecticut before landing in Pennsylvania. She was the Associate Lighting Designer at Sight & Sound Theatres for 10 years, where she met her husband and biggest supporter, Curt. Since then, Melissa has worked with Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster Bible College, Reverie, Sight & Sound Conservatory, Dutch Wonderland, the Barn in Strasburg, and Servant Stage, focusing on both lighting design and stage management. She is passionate about supporting shows behind the scenes and mentoring students on the technical side of theatre so they too might discover a new passion.

Joshua William Green (Choreographer, Assistant Director) is a multi-talented artist who works as an actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, and director. Originally from Youngstown, Ohio, he moved to Lancaster from Manhattan in 2021 during the pandemic. Joshua is no stranger to Servant Stage Company, having been a part of many productions on and offstage, including his recent portrayal of Coalhouse Walker Jr. in RAGTIME fall 2022. He has also performed at various theatres in the Lancaster area such as The Fulton, PRiMA Theatre, and Sight & Sound Theatres. Joshua made his directorial debut in October 2022, directing THE COLOR PURPLE at Ephrata Performing Arts Center. He also became a mainstage director and choreographer for SSC last fall with BIG FISH. Joshua started studying dance at the age of 7 and became a principal dancer in the Archangel Dance Theatre Company. He studied Musical Theatre and Dance at Youngstown State University and the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC. Some of his favorite credits include FINDING NEVERLAND 2nd NATIONAL TOUR (Mr. Henshaw/Hook U/S), RAGTIME NATIONAL TOUR (Booker T. U/S), ROCKTOPIA ON BROADWAY! (Vocal Captain and BGV), and 2018 GRAMMY AWARDS (BGV for Sam Smith).

Prescott Kelsey (Audio Designer)

Geoff Morgan (Wigs/Hair/Makeup) is excited to be a part of the production team bringing FIDDLER to life. FIDDLER was the first book musical Geoff was ever part of, so it’s special to revisit this show now. Geoff got his start in musical theatre and special effects hair and make up in High School and then professionally in 2015. He has designed and worked on multiple productions in Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania and has also enjoyed teaching workshops and masterclasses throughout the area. Since living in Lancaster, Geoff has worked with Sight & Sound, the Fulton, Servant Stage, PRiMA, Magic and Wonder, Piercing Word, and Lancaster Bible College both onstage and off and appreciates each opportunity he is provided to perform or work alongside so many talented individuals. When not at the theater, Geoff is the Events Director for Victory Church, a multisite church throughout Lancaster County. Enjoy the show!

Tim Moser (Lighting Designer)

Megan Lynn Schmidt (Assistant Director, Lead Child Wrangler) is a 2020 graduate of Ithaca College where she earned her BFA in Musical Theatre. She is a proud Alumni Actor/director of Missoula Children's Theatre where she toured all over the USA and overseas in Asia.  Outside of theatre, Megan teaches private voice lessons and works for the City of Lancaster as a Travel Coordinator. Megan had the honor of Assistant Directing and Choreographing Servant Stages Youth Production of ANASTASIA. Some of Megan’s most notable onstage credits include Featured Singer (JINGLE BELL JUKEBOX), Maria Rainer, THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Servant Stage); Rhonda, FANCY NANCY (Vital Theatre); Evelyn Nesbit, RAGTIME (NCC Summer Theatre); Sister Mary Patrick, SISTER ACT (Ithaca College)

Joe Sharick (Orchestra Music Director)

Kim Tortolano (Costume Assistant and Ensemble, Shaindel U/S) is so excited and honored to be a part of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and has dreamed of being in a Servant stage show and acting alongside her family for many years. Some of her favorite shows she has been in are ALICE IN WONDERLAND, THE CHRISTMAS POST, and HAPPILY NEVER AFTER, and has also played Gertie in OKLAHOMA! While not on stage, she has enjoyed Producing, Directing, and Costuming. Her most recent Costuming opportunities were SERVANT STAGE with Servant Stage and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. with Lancaster Acadamy with the Performing Arts. Outside of Theater, she enjoys traveling with her family, thrifting, daily walks and serving in her church. She would like to thank her family for being her biggest fans and God for blessing her with the beautiful life He has given. Proverbs 9:10 & Isaiah 55:8

Lenae Tortolano (Costume Assistant) is 19 years old and enjoys acting, singing, sewing, gardening, and pretty much anything cat-related. She has been on the stage since age 6, and always sings in her everyday life. Her most recent shows have been Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR, with Lancaster Academy for the performing arts, Stepsister Joy from CINDERELLA (ENCHANTED EDITION) with Lancaster Academy, 2022 Teen Co with Servant Stage and Mrs. Mayor from SEUSICAL JR with Lancaster Academy. Along with performing, Lenae enjoys costuming shows, teaching sewing class, and doing custom orders and alterations. Lenae is so excited to be doing FIDDLER with Servant Stage and looks forward to growing in her creative abilities. Most importantly, Lenae strives to glorify the Lord in everything she does and to build up others in the process. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Sarah Watson (Costume Designer), originally from the DC metro area, lives in York, PA. She earned her BA in Visual Arts from UMBC. She was a member of the Army National Guard and worked for the Department of Defense before pursuing her MFA in Costume Design at UC Davis. Sarah’s worked on costumes for theater and film. Recent shows: RATED P FOR PARENTHOOD (PRiMA Theatre), ANYTHING GOES (JP McCaskey HS). Previous Servant Stage shows: THE SOUND OF MUSIC, NEWSIES, DON’T ROCK THE JUKEBOX. She’s thrilled to be back working with Servant Stage again.

John Whiting (Set Designer)

Chad Young (CAST MUSIC DIRECTOR / COMPANY & PRODUCTION MANAGER)

Beth Alban (Ensemble, Assistant Child Wrangler) is no stranger to the stage! She has over 30 years of experience in travel theater teams, leading worship at church, and as a part of production teams as choreographer, director and assistant director.  Beth is so thankful to Servant Stage for allowing her the opportunity to be a part of this amazing production! It is extra special to share it with her 2 daughters! Enjoy the show!  "TO LIFE!"

Eleanor Alban (Ensemble) is very excited to be making her theater debut as a part of the Daughter Ensemble. It is extra special because she gets to share the experience with her mom and sister! She loves singing at home and at church and hopes to be a part of more theater productions in the future! Eleanor is rockin 4th grade and enjoys playing with her new puppy, Honey, as much as she can!

Eliza Alban (Ensemble) is so excited to share the stage with her mom and sister in her theater debut! She is hoping this is the first of many theater productions in her resume. She thinks it would be really fun to play Eliza Doolittle someday! When Eliza is not at school-she loves to read, draw, play with her little brother and snuggle her new puppy, Honey.

Angelina Amaya (Bielke - shared) is super excited to be on stage again with Servant Stage! She has recently been seen there in THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Gretl) and ANASTASIA JR. (Ensemble).  She has used her acting talents in local business commercials and most recently made her feature film debut in CAROL (a Christmas film musical coming this winter), performing alongside her whole family. Angelina loves dance and is currently studying ballet at Pennsylvania Regional Ballet. She is sharing the stage with her loving mom, Colleen, her sister and best friend, Sophia, and “teddy bear” dad, Robert. Angelina would like to thank God above all for the incredible opportunities He has provided.