Drew Blood (Executioner/O'Lord/Satan) A singer/songwriter who appears behind a piano during his headlining performances and as a member of the band, Lach & The Secrets. He and his band will be performing at CBGBs, Saturday, April 29th.

Meghan Elizabeth Burns (Cementeria) Attended the University of Pennsylvania where she minored in theatre. Roles included "Hurly Burly", "Dancing at Lughnasa" and other regional theatre. Extensive training in dance, including Alvin Ailey with a choreography credit for the film "Blue Moon," with Ben Gazarra and Chita Rivera, to be released this year.

Tony Hightower (Quasimodo) February 6th marks Tony's debut as Quasimodo. A journalist and author (and recent transplant from Toronto), Tony has also toured extensively across Canada and the United States as a songwriter and bandleader. His second CD, "A Single Angry Word," is available here and at http://www.interlog.com/~nervous. See Tony Hightower at the Funny…Sheesh Alternative Variety Show # 11 at Don't Tell Mama, 343 West 46th Street, Tuesday March 14th, 7:00.

Laurel Hoffman (Pokida) Poet, and one of the two principal singers in the musical group, The Voices. The Voices at the Bitter End, February 28th.

John Kessel (Peter Gabriel, Son, Set, bass) Legendary East Village Singer/songwriter of urban folk blues whose current CD is entitled "Born Late." Member of Feed the Herd. Performed in "The King's Stag" in House of Candles in 1997. John Kessel at the C-Note (157 Avenue C), February 29th, 7P.M..

Linda Kobylinski (Heavenly Host -- Harp) A graduate of Louisiana State University and Temple University where she received an MFA. Regional theatre credits include "West Side Story," "The King and I" and "The Fantasticks." Trained in dance and voice, she is also versed in performance art.

Amy-Jo Mikiel (Heavenly Host -- Celeste) An accomplished dancer, writer, painter, her poem "Red" may be found in the America at the Millennium collection, published by the International Library of Poetry. She also records and collaborates with Rob Liano of Rhythm tribe as a singer/songwriter.

Kimberly Mossel (Heavenly Host -- Trumpet) Played Honey in "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf," Laura in "The Glass Menagerie," Emily Webb in "Our Town" and Mabel Chiltern in "An Ideal Husband." Western Michigan University Music Major, piano & clarinet.

Lauren Barrett Porter (Ocipita) A professional actress since age 9, is excited to release her laughter and music into this piece. Lauren teaches a creative movement and drama class of her own design to Special Ed children in the New York Public School System. Special thanks to Mom and Dad, Francesca and Susan.

Lisa Sredniawski (Mathilda/Samamama/Minister of Housing and Construction) Otherwise known as "Shred," hails from Princeton, NJ. Has toured with the National Theatre for Children, and was trained at Westminster Choir College Conservatory for piano. Also attended Adelphi University and trained with Circle in the Square. Credits include "House of Berarda Alba," "Lun Er," "HMS Pinafore," and "Much Ado About Nothing." TV: "Spin City," "Sex & the City." Lisa has written several published poems and plans on working them into a show of her own. Lisa would like to dedicate this performance to herself.

Michael Perezzetti (Publicist/Photographer) Specializes in documenting and publicizing prominent works and notable figures in the performing arts arena.

Rhiannon Erbach (publicist, chorus) An accomplished journalist and singer.

Peter Dizozza (script, score) A composer trained in the Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Workshop, he wrote music for Neil Ericksen's adaptation of the myth of Atalanta, "Legs Like These," Shakespeare's "The Tempest," H.S. Hughes’ adaptation of "Girl of the Limberlost," and E.W. Versalie's play with music, "Convertible." In 1996 he resumed production through Cinema VII. His musical plays (introduced at La Mama E.T.C. and Lach’s Fort @ Sidewalk) include "Shipping the Satellite" "Coppelia," "Witchfinders," "The Eleventh Hour," "Storm Cloud" and "The Peace Mission." His offering for La Mama’s Spring 2000 reading series: "The Last Dodo." His musical revue based on Mother Goose themes premiers April 7th at the Forest Hills Gardens Community House.

Lisa Dery (Lyric, "Think Big") Originated the role of Cementeria and directed the first performance.

Colette Bryce (creative consultant) Originated the role of Ocipita and creative consultant on other Dizozza projects. Has appeared in numerous TV shows, commercials and films. Producer of several Off-Broadway plays. A member of the SAG Board of Directors.

Dan Emery (music "I’m Calling to You") Singer/Songwriter, The Dan Emery Mystery Band. Originated the role of Set.

Tyr Throne (Director/Choreographer) As director, choreographer, actor, writer, dancer or producer has participated in over 1000 productions. He has created over 80 original works and received 34 awards and commissions. His dance theatre company THRONE DANCE THEATRE/THE TRIBE has been funded by the NEA and NYSCA and has been assisted in its international touring by the U.S. State Department and the White House's Office of Special Presidential Messages.

Kenny Davidsen (pianist, music director) Singer/Songwriter. New CD recorded live at the Fort, "88 Broken Strings." Next performance, at the Sidewalk Café, 94 Ave A, March 30th at 8PM!

Brian Wayne (percussionist). Singer/Songwriter for the bands Majority Dog & The Voices (Bitter End, Monday, February 28th).

Erika Bell (Costume Design, Chorus) Appeared in several other Cinema VII productions, including Witchfinders. Well-versed dancer and singer of varying styles. Has designed her own line of clothing. Currently working for Yohji Yamamato.

Troy Acree (additional research) Actor/playwright: "Faust, The Devil and Rock & Roll."

Lach: Singer/Songwriter and founder of Antifolk, a musical genre that has as its adherents the author and many members of the cast. This musical play originated in the Antifolk scene at the Fort @ Sidewalk Cafe. Lach's current album, BLANG, is out on Fortified Records.

The Songs Act One Cementeria The Mountain Casino Hang My Head Think Big (lyric written with Lisa Dery) Act Two Two Lovers on Tomorrow's Road Meet Your Makers Model (Sacred Piecemeal) The Cage is Chilly Put Me Away Strong for the Man I'm Calling to You (music written with Dan Emery) Burn in the Inferno Wish a Word

The 17th-20th Performances of

PETER DIZOZZA

Maker

DIRECTED & CHOREOGRAPHED BY
TYR THRONE

The Ninth & Tenth Performances of

PETER DIZOZZA

DIRECTED & CHOREOGRAPHED BY TYR THRONE