The Rat Pack Lounge

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Hi there! I’m Cameron, a character-actor and baritenor from Elkhart, IN. I am always honored to be seen on stage. More often than not, I’m playing comic and cartoonish roles such as Norman Bulansky, Lumiere, Lefou, Sancho Panza, Shrek, and Horton the Elephant. This performance is dedicated to Portia, who encouraged me to sing.

Dustin Joplin Gonzales was born in San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from LSU with his Bachelors in Music Education and the University of Mobile with his masters in Vocal Performance. Justin has performed a many productions across the Southeast including Festival South’s The British Invasion, Opera Mississippi’s Gianni Schicchi as Gherardo, and Everblue Art’s production of Band Geeks as Elliot. 

Solomon Kee is a multi-talented writer, producer, and actor based in New York City. He has performed in numerous productions throughout the country, including popular shows like DREAM GIRLS, AIN’T MISBEHAVIN, and CHICAGO, among others. However, his most unforgettable role is when he portrayed Sammy Davis Jr. in FLY ME TO THE MOON, THE RAT PACK LOUNGE, and THE PACK. In 2011, Kee produced a successful project titled A NIGHT WITH MR. WONDERFUL, featuring covers of Sammy Davis Jr.'s songs, which continues to captivate audiences across the nation. In 2017, Kee collaborated with Italian DJ The Cobblers and BePositive Sneaker Company to write and perform the company's theme song, "Be Positive," which received a worldwide release. Kee then went on to release his own single, "Vehicle," which also had a global debut.

Brett is an actor, singer, dancer from Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. He has recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point earning a BFA in musical theatre and a BA in dance. Brett is very excited about joining the Myers Dinner Theatre team and would like to thank his close friends and family for their continuous support.  

Kristina Swearingen is a Multi-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

Henry Allan is an actor, composer, director, and writer in the Chicagoland area. His work has been seen on stage and can be heard on various streaming platforms. Some credits include: Dewey Finn (School of Rock), Jon (tick, tick…BOOM!), and Javert (Les Miserables). He keeps himself busy in between jobs being hunched over his piano and computer writing musicals. He has loved getting to know all of the wonderful humans who are involved with this spectacular production. He thanks them and, as always, his friends and family for their constant support for his passion.

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Scott is pleased to be making his return to Myers Dinner Theatre where last appearing in Nunsense in 2021. He is very happy to be working with Dion Stover once again! When not performing onstage or in a band setting he works as a Backstage Technician and recently returned from Medora, ND having served as Ass’t. Technical Director for set construction.  “My grandparents were band leaders from the 30’s thru the 60’s.  Coming from a diverse musical background and given the opportunity to learn from one genre first hand and then another, provided an invaluable asset/education/foundation that I build upon and call upon every time I sit down to play”. When away from theatre, Scott performs as a singer/songwriter and studies guitar in the method of Chet Atkins.  Some recurring roles include ‘Ring of Fire, the Music of Johnny Cash’ (4 productions)  ‘Always Patsy Cline’ (2 productions)  and ‘The Fantasticks’(2 productions).  

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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John has been performing since the age of 5 when he sang his first solo at his kindergarten graduation. He has been a part of the Indianapolis theatre scene since 1980 and has worked at most of the theaters in town. John is an 18-time Encore Award Winner and was named “Best Actor In A Musical” by the Indianapolis Star for his portrayal of Ko-Ko in The Mikado at the Edyvean. He is thrilled to have appeared in the World Premiere of Hairspray in concert with the Indianapolis & Baltimore Symphony Orchestras, starring Tony Award Winner, Beth Leavel, Mickey Dolenz of “The Monkees”, & John Waters, the author of Hairspray.

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.