The World's Longest-running Play Comes to MDT!

Cole Hintz – Chicago, IL. Cole is a graduate of the BFA Acting program at Millikin University. This is his Myers Dinner Theatre debut! Some of his other credits include Clown 1 in Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery at Tent Theatre (Springfield, MO), Wadsworth in Clue: On Stage & Walter Hobbs in Elf: The Musical at Millikin University (Decatur, IL). (Website: cole-hintz.com)

Kristina Swearingen is a multi-hyphenate theater artist. She graduated from the University of Mobile with a Master of Arts in Musical Theater and has performed with The Lost Colony, Dollywood, Endstation Theater Company, and many others. In addition to performing, Kristina has worked as a choreographer, scenic designer, carpenter, and box office agent. You can follow her adventures on Instagram @swearingen_kb or her website, www.kristinaswearingen.com

Brett Fredrickson is a singer, dancer, and actor from Mount Horeb, WI. Ever since earning his BFA in Musical Theatre and BA in Dance at the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, he has been seen in previous Myers Dinner Theater productions such as “Grease” (Johnny Casino/Teen Angel), “Sh-Boom! Life Could Be A Dream” (Wally), and “The Rat Pack Lounge” (Vic). Brett is thrilled to be involved in “The Mousetrap” and would love to thank his family and friends for their continuous unconditional love and support.

Christian Fronckowiak (he/him/his), tenor, is an alumnus of Arizona State University, Eastern Connecticut State University, and SUNY Dutchess CC. Favorite roles include Mr. Hartley in TITANIC, Hortensius in LA FILLE DU RÉGIMENT, Dametas in HEAD OVER HEELS, and The Confessor in Strindberg’s TO DAMASCUS. He was most recently seen playing Sellem the Auctioneer in Stravinsky’s THE RAKE’S PROGRESS at Arizona State.

Annie Heartney (she/her) is ecstatic to be returning to MDT! You may recognize her from Steel Magnolias (Shelby), or Two by Two (Goldie). Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Annie is an Midwest based crossover artist, with professional credits in musical theatre, straight plays, and opera. Selected credits include Die Fledermaus (Adele), The Gondoliers (Casilda), The Last Five Years (Cathy Hiatt), and No, No, Nanette (Winnie Winslow). ASU MT, class of 2022.

 A resident of Valparaiso In., Malcom Claeys is excited to be returning to MDT. When not on stage he enjoys traveling, camping, music and spending time with his dog. He would like to thank his friends and family for their continued support and encouragement.

Charles Burr recently stepped down as the Artistic Director of Tibbits Summer Theatre after 30 years in charge and being responsible for hundreds of productions.  At Myers he has directed Nana’s Naughty Knickers and A Christmas Story. Onstage he has appeared as the Narrator in Into the Woods, Fagin in Oliver! and Scrooge in A Christmas Carol Musical.  It lately came to his attention that people have actually been paying him to do what he loves for the last 46 years…and he is immensely grateful.

Donna is so happy to be here performing again at MDT! Her favorite roles include,  Ouiser Beaudreau in Steel Magnolias, Caprice Crumpler in Double Wide Texas, Mavis Flowers in Hallelujah Girls, Big Mac in Unnecessary Farce, Vera Walters in Nana's Naughty Knickers,  Aunt Martha in Arsenic and Old Lace, Grandma Addams in The Addams Family,  Martha Watson in White Christmas, and my all time favorite role, Grace Stiles in Grace And Glorie.  Off stage my favorite role is "Grandma" to 11 grandkids and 5 great grandkids. 

Thank you to my grown up kids and other family members and friends for their love and support and to Ed, I will love and miss you forever. 

Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she lives with her husband, Ethan, and their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried. Jessica has worked on shows out at Myers Dinner Theatre since 2012. When she isn't working in theatre, she enjoys working with her house plant collection and watching cooking shows with Ethan. She would like to thank Ethan, her family, and her friends for supporting her dream of pursuing a career in theatre.  

Dion is a Chicago native with a B.A. in Musical Theatre Performance from Columbia College . Myers audiences may recognize him from Queen of Bingo (Sis) and Into the Woods (Baker). Recent credits include: Mamma Mia (Harry Bright), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Frank N Furter), Sheer Madness (Tony Whitcomb), Double Wide Texas (Baby) and The Addams Family (Mal Beineke). He wishes to thank this hardworking cast and crew for all of their hard work and sharing their talent. Much love to his family, friends and especially, Serge, for all of the love and support.

TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor’s in Voice Performance. They have toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre, performed six seasons with the Round Barn Theatre at the former Amish Acres, and has covered many different staff and technical positions throughout their career. Myers Dinner Theatre has become their home away from home. Favorite credits include: Nicely-Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls, Eugene in Sh-Boom!, Jesus in Godspell, Pap/King in Big River, Mr. Bumble in Oliver! and Willard Hewitt in Footloose! Thank you to everyone who supports their dreams.

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