Introducing the Cast of THE WEDDING SINGER – pt. 2

Over the next two weeks we’ll be introducing you to the cast of our upcoming production of THE WEDDING SINGER playing April 27th – May 22nd, 2010.

Keri Smith (Ensemble): This is Keri’s second show with Fighting Chance Productions and is so grateful to them for their willingness to bring new and exciting shows to Vancouver. A graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City, Keri now lives in Vancouver and has had the opportunity to portray some wonderful characters including include: Mrs Johnstone in Blood Brothers, Mary in Merrily We Roll Along, Sister Mary Amnesia in Nunsense and Lucille in Parade. She sends a huge hug and kiss to her Mom, Dad, Tony, Ryan and Pickle!

Cesar Erba (Ensemble): Cesar is excited to be back and doing another show with Fighting Chance Productions. Even though Cesar has just entered the Vancouver theatre scene last year he is grateful for the opportunities that have arisen so far. Recently Cesar  received a Gypsy Male nomination at the 2009 Ovation Awards for his chorus work in URP’s High School Musical 2: On Stage, and more known for his role as Angel in Fighting Chance’s RENT. You might have also caught Cesar in Feburary dancing for URP’s The Canadian Winter Sport Showcase during the Olympics. There is nothing lined up for Cesar after The Wedding Singer just yet, but in Vancouver anything is possible with a little faith. Who knows, maybe a film? With Cesar the sky is the limit!

Chelsea Powrie (Ensemble): Chelsea is thrilled to be a part of the wonderful cast of The Wedding Singer. She has most recently been seen as “Kelsi” in HSM 2 (URP), “Gloria” in Thoroughly Modern Millie (TUTS), “Chiffon” in Little Shop of Horrors (URP), “Ida” in Honk! (Arts Umbrella), and “Millie” in Thoroughly Modern Millie (PW Secondary). She has also recently begun choreographing, currently at work on Little Shop of Horrors at Prince of Wales Secondary. When she’s not on stage, Chelsea is busy pursuing a degree in history at UBC. She would like to thank Fighting Chance for this opportunity!

Marianne Mandrusiak (Ensemble): Originally from Edmonton, Marianne moved to Vancouver to pursue the performing arts and danced with the Source Dance Company and the B.C. Lions before leaving the west coast to perform on cruise ships. She graduated from the Canadian College of Performing Arts in Victoria and then moved to Toronto to perform with the Fly By Night Theatre Company. Marianne was born in the 80′s, sometimes still dresses like she’s in the 80′s and unabashedly listens to 80′s music on a regular basis. You can imagine what a thrill it was to be cast in The Wedding Singer, not only for the plethora of 80′s tunes, but also to be able to work with the fun and talented cast and crew!