Citadel: Debut.

Other Theatre: The Full Monty (Drayton Entertainment); Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (YPT); Outheis (Talk is Free Theatre); Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Mirvish Productions).

Film & TV: Ginny and Georgia (Netflix); Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy (Universal); Hell Motel (Shaftesbury Films); Gen V (Amazon).

This is Nick’s first time in Western Canada, and he’s grateful to be marking this debut in such good company. Insta: @nickboegel

Citadel: The Three Musketeers, Pride and Prejudice, Network, Jane Eyre, The Garneau Block, August Osage County, Alice Through the Looking Glass, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Tempest, The Penelopiad, Little Women.

Other Theatre: As You Like It (Theatre Calgary, The Grand); The Tempest, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night, Titus Andronicus, A Winter’s Tale (FreeWill Shakespeare Festival).

Special thanks to Daryl Cloran and the entire Vinyl Cafe Creative Team, KS, LC, FC and Jempa.

Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: A ‘70s Musical

Other Theatre: The Little Mermaid, The Fiancée (Persephone Theatre); Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet (Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan); I Have No Idea (Live Five Theatre); Spring Awakening (Ppl R Ppl); Miracle on 34th Street (Persephone Theatre); Baba’s Magic Mitten (Dancing Sky Theatre).

Film & TV: SIN3056843

Kristel is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ and Mad/Crip communities.

Citadel: The Sound of Music, A Christmas Carol.

Other Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (ELOPE), And I’m Home (Edmonton Pops Orchestra), Disney’s Frozen Jr. (Foote Theatre School).

Ben is deeply honored to play Sam. He is profoundly grateful for the impact The Citadel has had on his life, fostering confidence, meaningful connections, and a true love of the stage. Heartfelt thanks to Daryl for believing in him and the entire team for their guidance and support.

Citadel: A Christmas Carol, 9 to 5: The Musical, Sense and Sensibility.

Other Theatre: The Odd Couple (Teatro Live!); MOB (WWPT); Helen (Trunk Theatre); Enough (Northern Light Theatre).

Kristin is delighted to be back for another Christmas season. Upcoming projects include Murder On The Orient Express (MTC/Citadel), Request Programme (NLT), The Wizard of Oz (Citadel).

Citadel: Vinyl Café Workshop, Double Bubble

Other Theatre: Radiant Vermin (Northern Light Theatre); The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Die Harsh (Grindstone Theatre); Sunday in the Park with George, Legally Blonde, London Road (MacEwan University); Romeo & Juliet’s Notebook (Spotlight Cabaret); Victor & Victoria’s Terrifying Tale of Terrible Things (Thought Train Theatre)

Citadel mainstage debut! Rain is a proud graduate of MacEwan’s Music Theatre Performance BFA program. Love to Mom, Dad & Evan.

Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Royale, The Color Purple, As You Like It, Legally Blonde.

Other Theatre: Much Ado About Nothing, Wedding Band, Les Belles Soeurs (Stratford); The Fiancée (Persephone); Heaven (Lunchbox); Sister Act, All Shook Up, Soul Sistas (Mayfield).

Jameela is a MacEwan Theatre Arts Alumnus, Sterling Award and Mary Savidge Guthrie Award recipient. She is a writer and producer. Thank you to my loved ones for your endless support. @jameela_jade

Citadel: A Streetcar Named Desire, Cyrano De Bergerac (Collider Festival).

Other Theatre: Ecos (Diaspora Diaries); Hamlet in Isolation (Thou Art Here); 333 (Theatre Outré); Like Orpheus (Theatre Outré); Fibonacci Sequence (Azimuth Theatre).

Andrés is a Colombian-born artist, thankful to work in Treaty 6 and Treaty 7. They are passionate about puppetry, acting, directing, and design and strive to create from a place of joy and safety, making space for other artists in our community.

Citadel: Debut

Other Theatre: Trident Moon (Crow’s/NAC); The Tempest: A Witch in Algiers (Shakespeare in the Ruff); The Spanish Tragedy (Shakespeare Bash’d); Waterfall (Theatre Gargantua); Alice in Wonderland (Guild Festival Theatre); Oresteia (Theatre Erindale), and more.

Film & TV: Dream Job (Tubi)

Thank you, foremost, to Carolyn Lykkemark, my first voice teacher and friend of a decade. We made it! And to Damian: life with you is permanent Holiday. @readingsbym

Citadel: Debut

Other Theatre: Nine seasons with the Shaw Festival, including Tons of Money, Gnit, Damn Yankees, Charley’s Aunt, The Russian Play. Eight seasons with the Stratford Festival, including The Chamber Dream, Hamlet, Jacques Brel, Jesus Christ Superstar (also on Broadway). Into the Woods (RCM & TIFT New Zealand); La Bête (TIFT Toronto & Barrie); Outside Mullingar, Cabaret (RMTC); Peter and the Starcatcher (WCT).

Film & TV: Murdoch Mysteries (CBC), Private Eyes (GLOBAL), Northern Tracks: Joni Mitchell (STRATFEST@HOME).

Citadel: Debut

Other Theatre: Krampus: A New Musical (Straight Edge Theatre, Workshop West Playwright’s Theatre); Assassins (Uniform Theatre); Ride the Cyclone, Spring Awakening (Strathcona Alumni Theatre Company); Christmas Around the World (Vinok Worldance)

Damon would like to thank his family for always being supportive of his creative endeavours. He feels incredibly lucky to get to be a part of bringing such a beloved Canadian staple to life on stage for the first time, and hopes you enjoy the show!

Citadel: The Sound of Music, Upcoming: The Wizard of Oz

Other Theatre: The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition, Frozen JR. (Foote Theatre School Teen Performance Lab); Alice in Wonderland, Beauty & the Beast, Elf the Musical, Seussical JR. (SACT).

Film & TV: Billy the Kid (Epix/Paramount). Voiceover: Tobot (Tooniverse).

Cooper has won numerous awards for his vocal talents during the 2024/25 Provincial Festivals. Thank you to my parents (& dogs!) for their never-ending support! @coop_nash

Citadel: Debut

Other Theatre: After The Rain (National Arts Centre/Tarragon / Musical Stage Co), UnCovered: U2 and The Rolling Stones, The Canadian Festival of New Musicals (Musical Stage Co), Million Dollar Quartet (Tweed & Co), Lottie and the Deep Blue Sea (PRISM Fest NYC), Jesus Christ Superstar, Turn The Page, An Incomplete List… (Theatre Sheridan).

Hello! Thank you for having me here in Edmonton. I send infinite thanks to my dear ones who make my life as an actor possible (and very very fun). @_shaemus

Citadel: Network, Mamma Mia

Other Theatre: Globe Theatre, Manitoba Theatre Centre, Grand Theatre, Theatre Aquarius, Persephone Theatre, Arts Club Theatre, Mayfield Theatre.

Film & TV: One Perfect Date, Corner Gas.

I feel very grateful to have a career in theatre and film, working across Canada for 30 years. I love being part of the Edmonton community. Special thank you to Alison and my daughter Sawyer. I hope you all enjoy the show! Vinyl Cafe!

Citadel: Legally Blonde, Christmas Carol, 9-5, Mamma Mia, Almost A Full Moon, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, Alice Through The Looking Glass.

Other Theatre: The Pink Unicorn (NLT); Billy Elliott, Rabbit Hole, Hamlet, What the Butler Saw, Of Mice and Men, Grease, (Neptune Theatre); Little Shop of Horrors, Urinetown (Canadian Stage); Closer Than Ever, Spelling Bee (WCT).

Film & TV: See IMDB.

Big love to my daughter, Melody.

Citadel: Legally Blonde, The Garneau Block.

Koko is a long coat chihuahua who loves dog sports and competes at an advanced level of agility. He’s a bit of a class clown and gets super excited for the ear rubs after his performances. He was the understudy for The Garneau Block (2021) and played Bruiser in Legally Blonde (2025). During his off time, Koko likes to hang out by the fence and wait for dogs that he can ignore.

Citadel: Debut

Other Theatre: GROW (Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre); The Louder We Get (Theatre Calgary, Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre, The Other Palace); Going Under & Bremen Rock City (Bravo Academy, Yellow Door Theatre)

Colleen is also a recording artist and performer whose original music is available on all streaming platforms. She hosts her own music livestream twice weekly on Twitch, where she has built a loyal global fanbase. Discover more at www.colleendauncey.com

Citadel: Debut

Other Theatre: GROW (Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre); The Louder We Get (Theatre Calgary, Segal Centre, The Grand Theatre, The Other Palace); Going Under, Bremen Rock City (Bravo Academy, Yellow Door Theatre), April Fools (translation and adaptation – Segal Centre).

Visit www.colleenandakiva.com for music and more.

Citadel: Debut.

Other Theatre: Then They Forgot About The Rest, DESAPARECIDAS, Little Duende (Off-Broadway).

Film & TV: MONAH

Georgina is a Mexican playwright and librettist from Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua. A 2019 Kilroys List honoree and Climate Change Theatre Action playwright, she’s been recognized by Variety, the O’Neill, and the Kennedy Center. Her work has been produced internationally in the US, UK, Sweden, Denmark and Italy. Upcoming: Frida, the Frida Kahlo musical directed by Diane Paulus. georginaescobar.com

Jess was the long-time producer of The Vinyl Cafe, overseeing all aspects of the weekly radio broadcast, podcast and extensive touring show across North America. In the past 15 years, Jess has produced radio shows, developed written, recorded and produced podcasts and produced over 1,000 live concerts in every province and territory in Canada. She hosts the popular podcast Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe and is Executive Director of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards. 

Citadel: A Streetcar Named Desire, Three Musketeers, Christmas Carol, Jane Eyre, Made in Italy, The Fiancée, Network, Shakespeare in Love, Almost A Full Moon, Matilda, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ’70s Musical.

Other Theatre:  Sense & Sensibility (Stratford Festival); As You Like It (Citadel; Bard on the Beach, Vancouver; Chicago Shakespeare; The Shakespeare Company, Washington DC; Milwaukee Rep; Theatre Calgary; Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre; Grand Theatre, London).

Daryl has been the Artistic Director of the Citadel since 2016.

Citadel: Music Director, Arranger, Co-Orchestrator: Almost A Full Moon.

Other Theatre: Associate Music Director (Shaw Festival, 25 Seasons). Worked across the country at theatres including Crows Theatre (Dora Award for Music Direction for Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812), Stratford Festival, Mirvish Productions, Theatre Calgary, Grand Theatre and Theatre New Brunswick. Performed with recording artists including Jennifer Hudson, Andrea Bocelli and The Tenors.

Special thanks to my wife Kerrie and kids Ella, Sienna and Micah for making this journey possible!!!

Citadel: Three Musketeers, Matilda, Shakespeare in Love, Mary Poppins, Crazy for You, Romeo and Juliet, Spamalot, Million Dollar Quartet, Ring of Fire, Rocky Horror Show, Made in Italy, Disney’s Frozen.

Other Theatre: Prince Caspian, Gypsy, Damn Yankees (Shaw Festival); Anne of Green Gables, Mamma Mia! (Charlottetown Festival); Billy Elliot, Secret Garden (Theatre Calgary).

Film & TV: A Christmas Carol (CBC/Family Channel).

www.corysincennes.com

Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Frozen, Jersey Boys, Ring of Fire

Other Theatre: Sense and Sensibility, Every Little Nookie (Stratford); The Orphan of Chao, Prince Caspian (SHAW FESTIVAL); Top Dog/Underdog (Canadian Stage); A Christmas Story, Pollyanna, The Hours That Remain (Theatre Aquarius); The Fixing Girl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Risky Phil (YPT); The Last Timbit (Gut Creative).

Instructor at York University. Online @ Jareth.Li

Citadel: The Sound of Music, A Midsummer Night’s Dream The ‘70s Musical.

Other Theatre: Canadian sound designs have been with Globe Theatre, Luminato, Asha Productions, Grand Theatre, Rainbow Stage, Thousand Islands Playhouse, Neptune Theatre, Harold Green Jewish Theatre, Young People’s Theatre, Theatre Passe Muraille, Canadian Stage, Theatre20, Shaw Festival, Stratford Festival, Canadian Opera Company.

Emily is a member of ADC and teaches University theatrical sound design and technology. I would like to thank my family for their continued support.

Citadel: Little Shop of Horrors, A Christmas Carol, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ’70s Musical.

Other Theatre: Little Shop of Horrors (The Arts Club); Éphémère (Firefly Theatre and Circus); I Don’t Even Miss You (Tiny Bear Jaws); Shakespeare’s Will (Thou Art Here).

Gianna is an actor, dancer, and choreographer. She is also an Italian pastaia and the creator of Bell’uovo, a bespoke naturally colourful handmade pasta business based here in Edmonton. Love to Oscar, Remy, and the kittens.

Citadel: Acting: Midsummer (Puck), Almost A Full Moon, Candidate/Party, Shakespeare In Love, Christmas Carol, Arcadia, Sound of Music.

Other Theatre: Directing: Bright Lights, Legoland, Never Swim Alone (Blarney Productions, Sterling Award nominations x3). Acting: Over 40 local acting credits.

Luc is a Queer theatre artist from Jackfish Lake, AB and the Director of Education & Outreach at the Citadel since 2021. He received the Queen’s Medal in 2023 for his contributions to the arts in Alberta. Up next: Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz.

Citadel: Actor: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical, Once, A Christmas Carol. Musical Director: Little Shop of Horrors, She Loves You, Uptown Girls.

Other Theatre: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Grindstone Theatre); The Pillowman (Theatre Yes); Les Misérables (U.K. Tour); and a recurring role in Coronation Street. Musical Director: The Invisible, Nevermore (Catalyst Theatre).

Ruth is originally from Scotland. Her career spans four decades in theatre and television. She is the co-artistic producer of “Theatre Yes”.

Citadel: Jersey Boys, The Sound of Music.

Other Theatre: The Master Plan (Globe Theatre); Lucky Charm (Defiance Theatre);  I Don’t Even Miss You (Tiny Bear Jaws); Ecos (Diaspora Diaries Collective); Brick Shithouse (fenceless theatre); Re:Construct (Donkey Dog Theatre).

Even is a queer and trans scenic designer and theatre creator based on Treaty 6 territory (Edmonton). For more information, you can visit his website: evengilchristdesign.com

Citadel: Little Women, The Ballad of Johnny and June, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Three Musketeers, The Sound of Music, The Importance of Being Earnest, & Network.

Other Theatre: Hey Viola! (Charlottetown Festival); The New Canadian Curling Club, The Buddy Holly Story (Thousand Islands Playhouse); seven seasons at Western Canada Theatre.

Stuart and his stories mean so much to so many; being a part of telling them is incredibly special. Endless thanks to Daryl, the entire VC team, and Christine & Andraya.

Citadel: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical; A Christmas Carol; String, Is My Microphone On? (Citadel Young Company); Young Production Company Facilitator (2024-present).

Other Theatre: Moonshine (Mavka Theatre); Lucky Charm (Defiance Theatre); Brick Shithouse (fenceless theatre); The Hooves Belonged to the Deer (In Arms Theatre); Re:Construct (Common Ground Arts).

Andraya is a stage designer/manager from amiskwaciwâskahikan. More info: andrayadiogo.ca. Lots of love to Mom, Tiago + Jay. Many thanks to Maddy + Christine!

Citadel: Debut

Alyssa is an emerging playwright and arts administrator. She’s previously worked with young performers as Assistant Administrative Director for Theatre Alberta’s Artstrek and as a High School Mentor for Nextfest.