Bella Castillo is Canadian, Toronto-based actor, singer, and dancer currently pursuing her Advanced Diploma in Theatre Arts at George Brown Polytechnic. She continues to develop her craft in acting, voice, and movement, bringing curiosity and passion to every role. Recent credits include Legally Blonde The Musical (Drayton Entertainment), The Cid (Leonora), The Misanthrope (Arsinoé), and Munschtock! at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts.

Bella has also performed with The Singers Theatre, The Beckett Music School, and Stratford Festival in Carousel and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. As a featured soloist with KW Glee, she has showcased her expressive vocal range and stage presence. She also received First Place for Junior Verse at the Kiwanis Festival of the Performing Arts. Bella is passionate about storytelling and collaboration, and she looks forward to continuing her growth as a performer on both stage and screen.

Philip Diamond (he/him) is a Canadian actor born and raised in Toronto. From a young age, Philip has loved to perform and has studied acting for many years in elementary and high school prior to attending George Brown Theatre School. When he is not acting on stage, Philip has a strong affinity towards writing, directing, and comedy. Throughout his training, he has come to love work in physical comedy and clown. Notable George Brown credits include: Don Diegue in The Cid, Hermocrate in The Colony, Bobby Darrin/Chorus in Munschstock. He is very grateful for all his family and friends for their continuous love and support.

Jaiden French is a Chinese-Canadian actor raised in London, Ontario. Prior to attending George Brown Theatre School Jaiden completed a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology from Queen’s University. There, she was involved in many productions at the Dan School of Drama and Music including: Not Wanted on the Voyage (Hannah), The Lancashire Lass (Flora), and Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play (Chorus). George Brown scene study: Agnes of God (Agnes), Measure for Measure (Isabella), The Cid (Chimène), Mustard (Sadie). Jaiden is thrilled to present this year’s season with her amazing classmates!

Jonny Ingley (He/Him) is a 20-year-old actor, dancer, and singer who originated from Courtice, Ontario. He has always had a passion for performing, and during his teenage years, he found his place in community theatre whilst a part of the Performing Arts Program at O’Neill Collegiate and Vocational Institute. Jonny is thrilled about this season at George Brown Theatre School, endlessly grateful for his time spent here, and is looking forward to where his journey as an entertainer will take him next. Notable credits include: Rancher in Munschstock (George Brown Theatre), Male Actor in This Is A Play (George Brown Scene Study), Wolf in Into The Woods (O’Neill CVI).

“Thank you to my family and friends for your continued support. I love you all!”

Kimia Kalantari (she/her) is an Iranian-Canadian actor based in Toronto. Before attending George Brown Theatre School, she earned her Bachelor of Architectural Science from TMU, where she developed her passion for visual storytelling.

Her theatre credits include Voiceless (Veylan Theatre, Dora-nominated), Far Flung Peoples (Toronto Fringe Festival ’24), Munschstock (GBTS), and A Meeting with Songholak (2000 Feet & Up). On screen, Kimia has appeared in several short films recognized at festivals both nationally and internationally, including Empty Your Pockets (OPC Productions), Khastegari (Mozi Visuals), For Dawn (Theta Films), and Fragments (Lucid Horizon Films).

At George Brown, her scene study work includes Agnes of God (Dr. Livingstone), Much Ado About Nothing (Beatrice), and Forever Yours (Manon). She also took Philippe Gaulier’s Clown course in France and is drawn to physical theatre, clown, and form-making as vehicles for storytelling, exploring the complexities of human connection and addressing social issues

Ian Lake is an artist, musician and actor from Whitby, Ontario. He believes one must love life more than anything else in the world, and who lives more lives than an artist? Ian’s time at George Brown has been a journey of self discovery that could not have happened without the tireless patience of his friends and professors. He would like to give a special thanks to his family as well as Rosalind McArthur Keyes.

Ricardo Mckinson is a Canadian artist with Cuban and Jamaican roots, born and raised in Pickering, Ontario. With a background in acting, dancing, and singing, Ricardo brings his full self to every performance, hoping to breathe life and honesty into the stories he tells on stage.

While training at George Brown Theatre School, he explored a variety of techniques that strengthened his versatility and deepened his connection to the craft. His work in roles such as Reggie in Skeletons, Philiante in The Misanthrope, and Bobby in Tough, has shaped his understanding of character, empathy, and expression.

Ricardo continues to refine his skills, driven by a desire to keep growing both as an artist and as a person. He deeply cherishes the people he’s met along his journey and looks forward to building even more meaningful connections through the work he loves most: bringing stories to life.

Siobhán McMahon (She/Her) is an actress, dancer, artist, and songwriter from Ottawa, ON. Siobhán is a recent graduate of Queen's University's Media and Performance Production specialization where she gained a love for devising experimental and multi-media performance art pieces and installations. She also graduated from the Society of Classical Ballet (VM) with Distinction in 2018. Siobhán hopes to build a career in theatre, film, and everything in between. She is immensely grateful to her mentors and fellow actors for sharing their gifts, insights, and hearts today, as ever. "All together now."

Shaylynn McMaster (she/her) is a Nova Scotian actor born and raised on beautiful Cape Breton Island. She moved to Toronto in 2023 to pursue her passion for theatre acting. Shaylynn’s love of performing was sparked during her early years as a competitive dancer and she has been hooked ever since. Some of her favourite credits include: Ethel in Munschstock! (GBTS), Eliante in The Misanthrope (GBTS Period Study), Logan in The Thanksgiving Play (GBTS Scene Study), Tina in Tough! (GBTS Scene Study), Claire in A Christmas Carol (Highland Arts Theatre) and Cindy in Horror Inc. (Short Film, StabbyTimeTV).

When not on stage you can find her working on a myriad of craft projects, rollerskating, and doting on her beloved tuxedo cat, Marcy.

Jack Mosney is a Toronto based actor who found his love for live theatre when he was only 12 years old. He’s recently had the pleasure of performing at The Second City in The Ensemble with Perchance Production’s. Other highlights from Jack’s previous work include Algernon in The Importance of Being Earnest (Elora Community Theatre), Chris/The Inspector in The Play that Goes Wrong (Mad as Hops Prod.) and Patrick Star in Spongebob The Musical (RCMPI). Jack is thrilled and honoured to be sharing the stage with so many talented performers throughout his final year at George Brown Theatre School. Special thanks to both of his parents for their constant support and belief in his dreams.

Kaleb Piper (He/Him) is an Actor, Musician, and Creator. He was raised in Woodstock, Ontario, where he found his people in the local community theatres and school drama program. He loves the arts' ability to bring together communities of fascinating, talented people in the pursuit of creation. He is grateful for his peers, instructors, and directors who have continually inspired him and helped him learn more about the arts and himself.

You may have seen him as one of The Three Capuchin Monks (The Ensemble - Second City Toronto & Toronto Fringe), Sarah’s Dad/Others (Munschstock! - George Brown Theatre School), Kevin Newman (Brotherhood of D.I.X. - Space Space Revolution), or Clyde Barrow (Bonnie and Clyde - STAGES).

When he’s not on stage, you can find Kaleb cooking up vegetarian recipes, exploring the city, and inventing new adventures around a table with his friends and a lot of dice.

Ekaterina (Katya) Podlesnaia (she/her) is a Russian-Canadian actor based in Toronto. Before moving to Canada and pursuing her dream to become an actor, Katya has received a Bachelor degree in Literature at Higher School of Economics in Moscow. Back home, Katya participated in a number of student films including Zero Vector at Moscow Film School where she was involved as a screenwriter and an assistant director.

During her time at George Brown Theatre School, Katya had a chance to play Alceste in The Misanthrope and Sarah Tucker in Muncshstock!. Her scene study credits include Appropriate (Tony), Macbeth (Lady Macbeth), Tomorrow, Love (Hayden) and Top Girls (Mrs. Kidd). Katya is a trained singer and hopes that, one day, musical theatre will be a part of her career.

In her free time, Katya likes to find herself new hobbies, for example, dancing, horse-riding or learning German.

Dale Rideout is a 20-year-old Canadian performer that is so excited that you're here! Most recently, Dale made his debut at The Second City, with Perchance Production’s The Ensemble, directed by Christel Bartelse. Other highlighted roles include Ernst Robel in Spring Awakening (Agnew Acting Studio) and Freddy in Carrie: The Musical (The Singer’s Theatre). Dale gives all his love to the cast and crew of this production and is so honored to get to share the stage with so many brilliant people.

Eva Soleil is a Canadian/Norwegian actor. She was born in Norway and grew up in Toronto. She has had the pleasure of acting in 10 musicals thus far in her career. Notable roles include Donna in Mamma Mia at Wexford CSA, Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz at Randolph Kids Performing Arts and Natalie in Choir by Barbara Johnston and Anika Johnson, which won Patrons’ Pick in 2023 at the Toronto Fringe Festival. Eva attended Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts in the Musical Theatre and Drama Focus programs. There she completed four years of intensive training in drama, dance, vocal music and musical theatre. At graduation she obtained the Drama Focus award, the Musical Theatre award and the Leadership award. She also studied musical theatre at Randolph Kids Performing Arts for three years in both youth and pre college programs.

Rachel Claire Selby (she/they) is a Canadian actor, singer, musician, artist, and creator from St. John’s, Newfoundland. Ever since she could remember, Rachel has had a natural knack for the arts, which has grown tremendously through the years. Her goal is to share that love and passion she has to an audience through a compelling performance both on-stage and on-camera.

Rachel is trained in opera, music theory, dance, as well as the theatre training she is currently enrolled in at George Brown Theatre School. They also have a full member ACTRA status, acquired through film jobs in Newfoundland such as Son of a Critch, Hudson and Rex, A Tangled Tale (commercial), and many short films.

Bianca Soskic is a 19 year old dancer, actor, singer & aspiring choreographer from Hamilton. She began training in ballet & modern dance at age 5. She started performing in community theatre at age 12, and from there attended the audition based program for the arts at Glendale Secondary school as a drama major. Some previous theatre credits include Beauty and the Beast (2023), Grease (2022) & an original musical, 4 O’clock, performed in the 2023 NTS drama festival.

The past two years at George Brown Theatre school have been a pivotal point in Bianca’s training & self discovery as an artist and person. Working in the ensemble of this play has been a blast! She would like to thank her family for all their support and the lovely cast/creative team for all the love and laughter shared during this process. She cannot wait to bring Orlando from the studio to the stage.

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Diana Sofía Torres González (She/her) is a Mexican actor, singer, and writer from Salamanca, Guanajuato Mexico. She moved to Toronto to follow her dream of making theatre and explore the art of telling stories. In the future, Diana is looking to explore the creative writing world and how to transport her ideas to theatre.

George Brown credits include Hippie in Munschstock!, Lina in The Colony, Elvira in The Cid, Vera in By the way, Meet Vera Stark and Carmen in Forever Yours Marie-Lou. When she’s not performing you can find her browsing at her nearest local bookstore and writing between the margins of her favourite book of the moment.

She is thrilled to be part of bringing this exciting season of plays to life!