Cabaret Cast

Andrew Watkins (Emcee)
Andrew is thrilled to be on the stage for the third time this season at the Embassy. Other recent credits include Provoloney in Psycho Beach Party at Cumberland Theatre, Father in the Embassy’s Trail to Oregon, and Petey in Same Air, also at the Embassy. He is grateful beyond words for the opportunity to take part in this production, especially portraying a dream role like Emcee. He would like to thank the production team, as well as his endlessly supportive family and the love of his life, Lily.
Rylan Lutz (Sally Bowles)
Rylan is feeling perfectly marvelous about returning to the stage. Though she is no stranger to theatre, it’s been over 12 years since she performed at The Embassy. Her last musical performance was in 2023. Her favorite credits include Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods at Hood College, Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, and Ursula in The Little Mermaid. In her spare time she enjoys reading, thrifting and being a proud cat mom. She would like to thank her family, friends and boyfriend for all their support.
Sawyer Jenkins (Clifford Bradshaw)
Sawyer is excited to be performing in an Embassy Theatre musical for the first time in over four years! While not focusing on a show, he serves as Artistic Director for the Embassy Theatre Board of Directors. He's performed in many shows since the 6th grade in middle school. His recent roles include Dub Dubberly in Dearly Beloved, Zaden in Murder at The Museum, Francis in Plaid Tidings, Ralph Austin in Butterflies Are Free, and Adam Hedrick in Brett Reel's CALLBACKS, with favorite roles including Don Lockwood in Singin' In The Rain, Gleb Vaganov in Anastasia, Bert in Mary Poppins Jr., Squidward Tentacles in SpongeBob The Musical, Sammy in The Wedding Singer, Benny in RENT, and Clayton/Father in Tarzan. He would like to thank his friends, family, and fiancée for the continued support! He hopes you think Cabaret is "wunderbar" and that you enjoy the show!
Robert "Robbie" Smith (Ernst Ludwig)
Robert is thrilled to be back on stage again at the Embassy Theatre. He appeared last month in the Embassy’s production of Dearly Beloved as John Curtis directed by Tyler Gilks. Robert’s other acting credits include ANNIE, Jesus Christ Superstar, Bus Stop, Damn Yankees, The Comedy of Errors, The Lightbearer, and Night of the Living Dead LIVE. Robert would like thank his family and friends for their continued love and support and to our director, Denise Gilks, for the opportunity to be part of such an incredible cast.
Brock Dunnington (Victor / Max)
Brock Dunnington is making his Embassy Theater 2026 season debut as Raynerd Chisum in Dearly Beloved. He has performed in Bishop Walsh High School performances such as “Frozen Jr,” and “Shrek.” As Rooster in “Annie Jr.” Since graduation, he has performed in Embassy productions such as “Bonnie and Clyde,” “Board to Death,” and assisted with tech in “Checkmate,” and the evening of one-acts. He has also returned to Bishop Walsh to help produce “Sister Act Jr.” Brock is currently a student at Allegany College of Maryland, studying business administration, economics, and accounting. He wants to thank the directors of Dearly Beloved for having him on stage, and a big thanks to everyone coming to support the show tonight.
Gina Brenneman (Lulu)
Gina Brenneman is a lifelong dancer turned dance teacher who loves any opportunity to perform. She is thrilled to join the cast of Cabaret as Lulu, one of the Kit Kat Girls, and step into the world of the Kit Kat Club. Gina loves bringing bold movement and a little bit of mischief to the stage. You may have most recently seen her in Smiley’s New Year’s Eve Cabaret at The Embassy. She hopes you enjoy escaping into the chaos, glamour, and heart of this iconic show.
Carly Hanna (Helga)
Carly is excited to be making her on-stage debut at the Embassy Theatre! She choreographed The Trail to Oregon! here this past spring. She also appeared as Miss Bingley in Cumberland Theatre’s Pride and Prejudice this past spring. Carly is a frequent choreographer at the Cumberland Theatre, specifically with the Stars of Tomorrow youth program. SOT choreography credits include The Little Mermaid; SIX: Teen Edition; You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown; Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka; and Ride the Cyclone: Teen Edition. CT mainstage choreography credits include Nevermore - The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe and the ballroom scenes in Pride and Prejudice. Carly is grateful to the crew of Cabaret for giving her the opportunity to dance onstage again and would also like to thank the cast for being so supportive of not only her, but of each other.
Allison Kamauf (Frenchie)
Allison is ecstatic to be debuting in her first show with the Embassy Theater. She is a working firefighter and paramedic with Allegany County Department of Emergency Services. She is no stranger to the stage. She brings 20+ years of dance experience and has been in passed theater productions such as Newsies with Mountain Ridge High School and recently Junie B Jones with Beyond the Stage. Allison can’t wait to dance for you and hopes you enjoy the show. Break legs everyone!
Ben Dixon (Hans)
Ben is happy to be returning for another show at the Embassy. Some favorite past roles of his include Prince Christopher in Cinderella, Judd Fry in Oklahoma, and Nicholas Barney in Checkmate. Ben is very excited to help bring this amazing show to life and hopes you all have a great night!