MACBETH Cast

Michael is thrilled to be back at ATA after 11 years as the titular character in Macbeth. His last performance here was one of his favorites (Iago in Othello), and he couldn’t be happier to return. Other favorite theatre credits include Detective Strode in Set If Off (National Tour), Arthur Chase in The Black Book (NYC Premiere), and Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet (Pax Amicus Castle Rep). Michael is a versatile film and stage actor with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, and can been see in dozens of feature and short films (The Last Chapter, The Wake-up Call), on TV (Ironheart, Young Rock, Black Lightning), and in commercials (Geico, Publix). Michael has a BFA from Montclair State University and continues his education by training with teachers versed in different techniques including Improv, Meisner and Chubbuck. Aside from acting, Michael is also a director, producer, writer, and award winning filmmaker. He is known to bring endless energy, unique ideas, and a high level of professionalism to any set. Full of drive, ambition, and humor, Michael looks forward to working more both in front of and behind the camera, hoping to push limits and erase boundaries, with his sights set on collaborating with visionaries such as Spike Jonze, Jon Favreau, David Fincher, Denis Villeneuve, and many others.

Sophia (she/they) is a theatre artist dedicated to highlighting unheard voices through new works and adaptations. She works as an actor, director, producer, deviser, puppeteer, teaching artist, and designer in both NYC and their native Chicago. She serves as the Creative Director for Hamlet Isn't Dead (HID), having directed multiple productions for them over the last 7 years. Upon graduating from Pace University’s BA Acting program in 2020, Carlin has been fortunate enough to work with some incredible collaborators such as Bated Breath Theatre Co., The Secret Theatre, SOOP Theatre, One House Productions, Imaginarium Co., The Shadow Box Theatre Collective, along with others. They have been a longtime Host for the Drama Desk nominated entertainment experience, The Ride LLC, and is a part of their burgeoning creative team. She made her film debut as "Shari" in Netflix's holiday movie, The Noel Diary.. Follow their journey at sophiacarlin.com. Love always to Francis!

Ken completed his MFA at the Birmingham School of Acting (England, not Alabama) and moved to NY with two suitcases and dreams of acting full-time. 12 years later, he still has...one of the suitcases. Ken's other credits include a recurring role on the YouTube series Skeleton Crew, the upcoming feature film Urban Ed and a lot of live theatre that was really good but it's over now. Find more at kendillon.squarespace.com

Marc is a multilingual actor fluent in English, Spanish, French and Catalan. Theatre credits include Shakespeare's Merry Wives of Windsor (Dr Caius) at the American Theatre of Actors - NY, Lorca's Blood Wedding (Leonardo) at Bubble & Squeak Collective-London, You Me Bum BumTrain by Kate Bond and Morgan Lloyd in London, Patrick Marber's After Miss Julie (John) in London. Film and TV credits include Plan B's Ill Manors and a happy appearance in And Just Like That (HBO). IG: @marcmartinactor

Meredith Stracar is a Long Island, New York native and graduate of Northeastern University with a Bachelors of Science in Music. Stracar has studied acting at The Barrow Group, and is a proud graduate of the Stella Adler Studio of Acting here in New York City. With experience in both theatre and film, Meredith is incredibly excited to make her Shakespeare theatre debut as Malcolm at the American Theatre of Actors. Meredith is currently in the process of becoming an Actor Combatant, with one certification in Unarmed combat already complete. In her spare time she enjoys studying ASL, riding her motorcycle, and eating delicious food.

Dustin is thrilled to be back on stage once more at ATA! He was most recently seen playing Adolph in Creditors, Dr. Smithson in Dream On Baransky, Orestes in Electra, Cassius in Julius Ceasar, Simone in A Florentine Tragedy, and Rosencrantz/First Gravedigger/Bernardo in Hamlet. Alumnus of Boston College (Theatre BA). Thanks to his family, friends, and beautiful fiancée.

Julianne (she/her) is a New York-based actor with a passion for classical theater and comedy. Originally from Northern Virginia, Julianne graduated from the University of Chicago before moving to New York. Since arriving, she’s performed at the Producers Club, Arts On Site, and the Brooklyn Music School Playhouse. Julianne's recent work includes an episode of Investigation Discovery’s EVIL LIVES HERE: SHADOWS OF DEATH (now streaming on Max), and the Equity Library Theater's Short Play Festival at the Fifth Avenue Theater. Visit JulianneLorndale.com for more.

Madison is an actor and a playwright from Bozeman, Montana. She is now based in New York. Her previous roles include roles in "Act One" with the Brooklyn Heights Players and with "A Sketch of New York". Her play, "Lady Macbeth's Hand Soap", was recently performed at the Red Bull Short New Play Festival. This is her first time with ATA.

Elise is an actor and journalist living in New York City.

Larissa (she/her/hers) is thrilled to be a part of this production! Previous credits include Jingle Jazz and SkeleTONES (Carowinds), Brightstar Touring Theatre, Safe and Sound the Musical (Front Row Fringe), and Castaway Bay (Cedar Point). Upcoming credits include Viola in Twelfth Night and shows at Anakeesta. BFA Music Theatre, Central Michigan University. Much love to my partner, family, and friends!

Mr. Kane has been living his dream of being an actor. He started studying at HB Studio 22 years ago and has been rewarded with many opportunities to perform .Among his favorite roles are Robert in "Proof", The Stage Manager and Doc Gibbs in "Our Town",Willie Loman in "Death Of A Salesman",Lloyd Dallas in "Noises Off", Willie in "The Sunshine Boys" and George in " Moon Over Buffalo. He Has also appeared here at ATA In several works By James Jennings , Steve Silver, and Vincent Apollo.and that Englishman Bill Shakespeare. A big "thank you " to Ken Coughlin for affording me another opportunity to keep the dream alive.Break A Leg to the entire cast and crew. And to VOH just because!

Lela is a NYC based actor whose credits include “All We Really Know is that We Exist”, “The Answers to Apathy”, “A Sketch of New York”, “The Comedy of Errors”, “Love and Information”, “Dating Disconnect”, “Julius Caesar” and more! Lela received her BA in Theatre Performance with a minor in Media Studies from Colorado State University, as well as a degree in Classical Acting from London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). Lela found her passion for the stage and storytelling in her first school play in the third grade and has been utterly hooked ever since. Nothing in this world makes her feel more alive than breathing life into the inspiring characters and stories that the world of theatre, specifically good ol’ Shakespeare, can bring us; which is why she’s so excited to be a part of bringing this story to life! She would like to thank Ken and the entire “Macbeth” team for the opportunity to be a part of this production as well as thank her family and friends for their unwavering love and support! Instagram: @lelasusu

Camilla is a young performing /visual artist from Tucson, Arizona. Learning at a young age her need to create/perform she began acting in any school plays that would cast her. One of her favorites is "Our Border Town". A play about the Migrant crisis, where she had the honor of playing Sayda a young girl who loses her father while attempting to cross the border. She moved to New York alone at the age of 19 to pursue acting and the arts and has studied at The New York Performing Arts Academy, and is thrilled to make her theatre debut in ATA'S Macbeth.

Sara is an NY based actress, originally from Phoenix, AZ. After graduating from Arizona State University her love of acting began at Dearing Acting Studio, where she studied improv and commercial technique. Currently, she trains at the Beverly Hills Playhouse in NYC with Neal Matarazzo. Since moving to NY she has had the opportunity to work on commercials for brands like Carol’s Daughter, CVS & Duolingo. She has also performed in various stage productions and short films. Recently, she had the opportunity to co-produce the short film, “The Line”, where she also starred as an actor in the film.

Sergio is an actor, dancer & improviser born and raised in the Philippines, and currently based out of Brooklyn. Recent stage credits include a lead role for an upcoming off-broadway production of “The Last Hour”, being part of the ensemble for a sketch comedy show run in “A Sketch of New York”, and the lead role for “#KachadoreanKrew” for the New York Theater Festival. Aside from theatre, Sergio enjoys on-camera work and has done so for multiple indie full-length, short, and student films. Outside of constantly honing his acting at the Barrow Group and his improv as part of the Eight Is Never Enough interactive musical comedy improv troupe regularly performing at the Broadway Comedy Club, Sergio enjoys practicing martial arts, freestyle dance battling in the city, and learning languages. You can find him on Instagram (@serglockhart) and his dance videos on YouTube (@surgingthru).

Daniel (he/him/his) is so excited to be a part of the show! Previous professional credits include Hamlet and Richard II (Orlando Shakes), The Lost Colony, and As You Like It. As a fight choreographer, he has worked on shows such as Hamlet, As You Like It, Twelfth Night, and Romeo and Juliet. Because that’s just not enough for him, he is also a writer, with several verse dramas and television pilots under his belt. Upcoming roles: Sebastian and Sir Andrew in Twelfth Night. Elon University, BFA Acting graduate, cum laude. As always, much thanks to my love, my friends, and my family.

Joelle (she/her) is thrilled to be making her debut at The American Theatre of Actors as Lennox in this production! She would like to thank her wonderful family and friends for their endless support! She also would like to thank her cast, crew, and creative team for being so wonderful and welcoming during this process!