Richard wrote the screenplay adaptation of his novel The Third Miracle (Simon & Schuster) produced by Francis Ford Coppola, starring Ed Harris and directed by Agnieszka Holland released by Sony Picture Classics. He also wrote the teleplay adaptation of The Marriage Fool for CBS TV films starring Walter Matthau and Carol Burnet. He also wrote the cult classic movie Vigilante. He has over twenty-five published plays, eight published novels and three published books of poetry. He has a master's from Columbia University in Comparative English Lit, is a member of the PDW at The Actors Studio were he developed Black & White City Blues and in 2005 the Richard Vetere archives were created at the Frank Melville Library at Stony Brook University. RichardVetereauthor.com

Of British & Ukrainian descent, Amber is a NYC based artist thrilled to be directing her second full-length stage play as part of ATA’s initiative for more women in directing. An actor predominantly, she got her first taste for the art of directing in quasi-musical comedy “Dream On, Baransky!” and it’s revival “Dream On, Baransky! - Second Dose” wherein she served as Assistant Director and Creative Lead - whilst simultaneously playing 7 different characters in the production! Amber made her official directorial debut earlier this year with her interpretation of Frank Cossa’s “Apostrophe!” which she was drawn to due its complex female lead. She would like to thank her powerhouse cast for their dedication, Richard Vetere for his trust & mentorship, and her family & friends across the globe for their unwavering love and support. American Academy of Dramatic Arts (2020) Instagram: @directedbyamber www.amberbrookesactress.com

Lauria appeared on stage the American Theatre of Actors in 16 productions in the early 1980's. He is thrilled to return to the ATA now - as they approach their 50th anniversary - as a moderator for Rich's play. Lauria's early TV & Film appearances included roles in episodes of Scarecrow and Mrs. King, Hunter, Growing Pains, L.A. Law and Cagney & Lacey, as well as the films Stakeout (1987) and Another Stakeout (1993). Lauria is best known for his portrayal of Jack Arnold, the stern, but loving, money-conscious father on the TV series The Wonder Years, which ran from 1988 to 1993. He also played Commanding Officer, USA in 1996's Independence Day and NASA Administrator James Webb in the 1998 TV miniseries From the Earth to the Moon. He has also appeared in a 1997 episode of Boy Meets World, starring Ben Savage, the younger brother of Fred Savage, Lauria's on-screen son in The Wonder Years. Lauria appeared on stage in New York in the summer of 2006 in an off-Broadway production of A Stone Carver by William Mastrosimone with Jim Iorio and Elizabeth Rossa. He also had a small role in a season two episode of Army Wives, as well as a season one episode of The Mentalist. In 2009, Lauria has appeared as General Lee Whitworth, M.D. in Criminal Minds season 4. In late 2009, Lauria returned to the off-Broadway stage, appearing as Jimmy Hoffa in Brian Lee Franklin's Good Bobby, a fictionalized account of Robert F. Kennedy's rise. In 2010, Lauria appeared as Vince Lombardi in the Broadway play Lombardi. In 2012, Lauria played the part of Jean Shepherd in the Broadway production of A Christmas Story: The Musical, a role which he reprised off-Broadway at Madison Square Garden in 2013. From 2012 through 2014, he played Jack Sullivan on the Steve Byrne sitcom Sullivan & Son. From 2016 through 2017, he played Al Luongo on the drama series Pitch. In 2024, he played Tip O'Neill in the Ronald Reagan biopic film Reagan.

James is the founder of ATA and has produced the works of over 990 new Playwrights. As a Writer he's a recipient of the John Dos Pasos Creative Writing Award. As a director, he won the T.O.R award for Best Director, for the off-Broadway play The Holy Junkie by John Quinn. He also won the "Jean Dalrymple" Award for the Best Director of the play Blood Money, starring Dan Lauria, and he directed Celeste Holm on Broadway in Salute to Clinton. In addition, he directed Harvey Keitel in The Funeral at the Actors Studio, and in his own play, My Father's House. He is a member of the Actors Studio Director/ Playwright Unit and worked with Elia Kazan, Lee Strasberg and Harold Clurman.

Dustin is a seasoned stage professional with a long and wonderful relationship with ATA. Previous production credits include Apostrophe, Four Dogs and a Bone, and Spring Awakening. Most recent on-stage appearances include Cassius in Julius Caesar and Adolph in Creditors. Thanks to Amber and James for this fantastic opportunity!

Jonathan is a Manhattan based actor, singer, and writer who is so excited to be back working with the American Theatre of Actors again! Jonathan has been featured in a few productions at ATA, most recently King Lear, directed by James Jennings, and Overruled by Bernard Shaw, directed by John DeBenedetto. He would like to thank his friends, family, and mentors for giving him the confidence and drive to make it this far.

Jake Smith is a graduate of Washington College, where he earned an honors degree in Theater and Dance. He has taught Hip-Hop classes and creates his own choreography. Since moving to New York, he has performed in theater and film, and designed many shows including "King Lear" "Mandela" and "Newsies by ATNY". Taking a bold step forward, Jake has branched out and developed new skills in theater tech such as Technical director, lighting Designer, Operator, Technician, Electrician, and Programmer to bring performance art to life.

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Karolina is a NYC based actress, dancer and choreographer. Born in Ukraine, raised in Berlin, she decided to go on her lifetime adventure and move to NYC. With over 20 years of professional dance experience, she continues to expand her horizon into other fields such as physical theatre and movement. She has acted in numerous plays at ATA and is thrilled to work with the incredible cast of “Black & White City Blues” as their Production Assistant.