The Fireside auditions and hires professional singers, dancers and actors from all over the United States. Many come with Broadway and National Tour experience. All of them come with great talent and a passion for their craft.
Julian Alvarez (Gomez Addams) Fireside Debut! West End: WEST SIDE STORY (Chino), Sadler’s Wells. Regional: RENT (Angel), THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE (Sergeant of Police), Bristol Riverside Theater; JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Simon), ANNIE, North Carolina Theater; EVITA, Bay Street Theater; WEST SIDE STORY, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival; MISS SAIGON, EVITA, A.R.T./ Shakespeare Theater Company. TV/Film: Poker Face, FBI: Most Wanted. Video Games: Grand Theft Auto V, Red Dead Redemption II. Education: AMDA. Love to Eric and Gigi.
Mackenzie Rogers (Morticia Addams) is a Manhattan-based stage performer. Company credits: St. Petersburg Opera (FL), The Fireside Theatre (WI), Westchester Broadway Theatre (NY), Utah Festival Opera (UT), Portland Opera (OR), and Broadway Rose Theatre (OR). Favorite professional roles: Petra in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, Countess Andrenyi in MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, Sister Robert Anne in NUNSENSE, Lucy in YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, and Martha in THE SECRET GARDEN. Mackenzie is a proud citizen of the Chickasaw Nation.
Melody Munitz (Wednesday Addams) is enthused to make her Fireside debut revisiting this creepy kooky character after spending 2025 on THE ADDAMS FAMILY National Tour playing Wednesday 178 times across 78 cities. Other credits: American Girl National Tour, 15 shows Off-Broadway, and concerts at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. Favorite Regional: Anya (ANASTASIA), Hodel (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF), Elizabeth (PRIDE & PREJUDICE: A New Musical), Brenda (CATCH ME IF YOU CAN), and Phoebe (A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE…). melodymunitz.com @melody_munitz
Brandon Kallen (Fester Addams) THE WIZARD OF OZ Tour; MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET and WEST SIDE STORY at The Fireside; MYSTIC PIZZA at the Engeman Theater; LA CAGE at Cygnet; SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN with Candlelight Pavilion; NEWSIES, WHITE CHRISTMAS, MARY POPPINS, and LES MIS with Theatre Royale; PETER PAN and RAGTIME with Performance Riverside. Brandon graduated with a degree in Theatre Arts and a minor in Music from California Lutheran University, and would like to thank his family and friends for all of their support. Insta: @brandonkallen
Dinanda Klaassen (Grandma Addams) is honored to be back after playing Greta in MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS. Regional Theatre includes: SPAMALOT, INTO THE WOODS, JOSEPH, and the National Tour of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. She lives in New York City where she teaches at The Barrow Group and works as a voice-over artist. Directing credits include BMW Europe, Cafe Sonnet – Barefoot Shakespeare Company, Equus – The Barrow Group. She is represented by CPM Talent and LSTalent Agency and is grateful for their support and guidance. www.dinandaklaassen.com
Peter Murray Heid (Lurch) is thrilled to “lurch” back to his home state. A native of Appleton, he is a graduate of UW–Stevens Point. He is currently based in Orlando, performing for the Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando. Television credits include Will Trent (ABC) and A Friend of the Family (Peacock). Thanks to his family, friends, therapist, and coaches.
Evan Hoefer (Lucas Beineke) recently graduated with his BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan, and he is thrilled to be making his Fireside Theatre debut in THE ADDAMS FAMILY!! Regional credits include SOMETHING ROTTEN!, Andrew Lippa’s THE WILD PARTY, JERSEY BOYS, GODSPELL (Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts), and OKLAHOMA! (The Encore). Thank you to all friends and family for your unwavering support! Go Blue! ig: @evan_hoefer
Caitie L. Moss (Alice Beineke) makes her Fireside debut, with her 4th production of Addams Family! She is from VA and was the first woman to graduate with a BFA from Lees-McRae College. She has performed nationwide with Broadway directors and Emmy-nominated choreographers. Favorite credits include SWEENEY TODD (Mrs. Lovett), YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Frau Blücher), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Audrey), MAMMA MIA! (Rosie), and National Tours of A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Mrs. Fezziwig & Lucy). Caitie dedicates her work to her loved ones. @caitielmoss.
Victor Hernandez (Mal Beineke) created the role of Henry Barrow in BONNIE & CLYDE on Broadway. Regional credits include B&C (La Jolla Playhouse & Asolo Repertory); Dan – NEXT TO NORMAL (Seven Angels Theatre); Lt. Brannigan – GUYS AND DOLLS (Bucks County Playhouse); and Monsieur Bouc – MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, George Banks – MARY POPPINS, Harry Bright – MAMMA MIA, The Old Man – A CHRISTMAS STORY, Gazzo, Jergens – ROCKY The Musical, and Shellhammer – MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (Fireside). @thevichernandez
Parker Joh (THING, Ancestor) is proudly hitting his seventh show here at The Fireside! He is currently living in New York City. Fireside credits include: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, MATILDA, GUYS AND DOLLS, and many more! Recently, Parker completed an eight person production of SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN at Playhouse on Park. Other Regional credits include SPRING AWAKENING, BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON, MAMMA MIA!, and ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE. @parkerjohact
Marin Asnes (Ancestor) isdelighted to be performing in The Addams Family here at The Fireside! Born and raised in New York City, Marin grew up studying dance at Steps on Broadway and expanded their studies in music, theater, and sociology at Skidmore College. Some favorite credits include Theater: THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Frank-n-Furter; Knockout Productions NYC), THE WILD PARTY (Ensemble/Dance Captain; Rooftop Musicals) 33 VARIATIONS (featured Dancer; Skidmore College). Television: Sugar (Apple TV).
Bella Bilandzija (Ancestor) is from Altadena, California and now lives in NYC. Select Regional: Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, Kansas City Starlight, and The Lied Center. BFA Musical Theatre/Dance minor ‘25 from Point Park! Favorite snack: smoked mackerel. Bella extends all of her love to her family and friends. Thank you to entire Addams Fam team! @bilandzijabella
Sy Chounchaisit (Ancestor) is a performer/photographer originally from Bangkok, currently residing in Brooklyn. Select credits: US Lizzie in BABY (Off-Broadway Revival); SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical (National Tour); LEGALLY BLONDE (National Tour); Gigi in MISS SAIGON (White Plains Performing Arts Center); Lisa/US Sophie in MAMMA MIA, LEADER OF THE PACK (Bucks County Playhouse); ANYTHING GOES, A CHRISTMAS STORY (Goodspeed Musicals); AIDA (Stages St. Louis). Big thanks to Joe, and Daniel Hoff Agency. sy-chounchaisit.com
Marcel Joshua (Ancestor) is thrilled to be making his Fireside Theatre debut. A graduate of Montclair State University with a BFA in Musical Theatre, Marcel continues chasing storytelling and human connection. Regional credits include BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical (Drifter), PIPPIN (Leading Player Alternate), RENT (Benny), and MATILDA (Rudolpho). He most recently portrayed Hank Thomas in the musical concert of Freedom Riders. More at www.marceljoshua.com or on Instagram @marceljoshhuaaa.
Rodolfo Santamarina (Ancestor), originally from Argentina, is happy to be back at The Fireside. Credits: Broadway National Tour: ON YOUR FEET! Regionals: SISTER ACT, PRETTY WOMAN, WEST SIDE STORY, CABARET, IN THE HEIGHTS, MUMMY IN THE CLOSET: EVITA’S RETURN, JOSEPH, FAME, THE LITTLEST TREE. Argentina: SUGAR, EL GRAN FINAL, Disney Momentos Mágicos. TV: Talento Argentino, Susana Gimenez. Movies: High School Musical El Desafío (Argentina, Mexico). Dance: Royal Caribbean, Galleto Tango Company (NYC). @rodosantamarinaaldet
Emily Ann Stys (Ancestor) Fireside debut! Tour: MEAN GIRLS (Swing/Regina and Adult Woman US), ELF. Select Regional: ALL SHOOK UP (Meadowbrook), FOOTLOOSE (Engeman), ROCK OF AGES (Hilton Head, ACT of CT, Argyle). Emily was also an original cast member for the new BEAUTY AND THE BEAST for Disney Cruise line. Thanks to Ed, Hans, and Kristyn, my family, Justin, and Brian at the Hells Kitchen Agency for all the support. @eastys
Eric Waters (Ancestor) is thrilled to be returning to The Fireside with this creepy and kooky cast! Favorite credits include TITANIC (Arizona Broadway Theatre), SPAMALOT! (Sharon Playhouse) and SOUTH PACIFIC (Fireside Theatre). Eric also had the pleasure of performing in Broadway Bares: Come Out, Come Out in NYC last summer, benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, which raised over $2.4 million for the organization. Enjoy the show! IG: @ericissomewhere, www.ericbrianwaters.com
D Eric Woolweber (Ancestor) SE Wisconsin native, D Eric has performed aboard Crystal Cruises; at Milton Theatre in DE; in the Chicago area with Bailiwick Arts Center, Theo Ubique Cabaret Theater, Theater at the Center, and Music Theater Works; in Branson with Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Silver Dollar City, and the Clay Cooper Theater; in the Milwaukee/Madison area with MKE Rep, First Stage, Forward Theater Co, Renaissance Theatreworks, Skylight Music Theatre and this is his sixth production at Fireside. Thank you to Ed and the entire production team. 143 mum DEricWoolweber.com
Victoria Biro (Swing) is thrilled to be making her Fireside debut! Victoria is a performer based in NYC, where she is also a proud faculty member at Broadway Dance Center. International Tour: WEST SIDE STORY (Velma). Regional Favorites: A CHORUS LINE (Val), CATS (Demeter), NEWSIES, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN, and SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER. Proud alum of Booker T. Washington HSPVA and the Boston Conservatory BFA MT. Endless love to her family, besties, and incredible partner, Laura Leo 🙂 @vstarthemusical
Michael Winner (Swing) is so excited to be a part of this amazing cast! Originally from Naperville, Illinois, Michael now lives in New York City. He was most recently seen in the middle of the ocean singing for Royal Caribbean! He would like to thank the whole Fireside team for this amazing opportunity, and his family and friends. Follow him at @michaelwinner21 on Instagram!