3 Original One-Act Plays Cast

Has been a student at Playhouse West-Philadelphia since January of 2022. "Suicide Watch" is her debut performance as an actor and a writer. Would like to thank Tony for providing an opportunity to present her work. Would also like to thank Michelle Opalesky and Christopher Castagna for believing in her and helping her bring this story to light. 

A Playhouse West student since 2021, has appeared in numerous productions at Philadelphia-area theaters over the past two decades. Favorite roles include Hal in "Proof"(Montgomery Theater), Biff in "Death Of A Salesman" (ActorsNET New Jersey), Benedick in "Much Ado About Nothing" (Stagecrafters Theater), and Templeton in "Charlotte's Web" (Arden Theater Company). Recipient of the Audience Choice Award for "Best Actor in a Short Film | Drama" at the 2024 Playhouse West Film Festival-Philadelphia, for the film adaptation of "Suicide Watch". A screenwriter and director as well as an actor, he is currently in post-production for his latest original short film, tentatively titled, "The Landlord".

Joined Playhouse West- Philadelphia when she was only in high school. The 19 year old actress is in her first year of study, training with Tony Savant, making her stage debut in “The Trouble with Stacey” and “Suicide Watch”. She has previously acted in the short film, “Sweetheart”, and is currently working on the film, “Tino”. She wants to thank Sarah Morrison-Cleary, her parents, and her brothers for always supporting her and her dreams! 

Has been a student and mentee of Tony Savant for the past ten years. He looks forward to returning to the stage at Playhouse West after performing in “Welcome Home, Soldier” and “All in a Day’s Work”. After being part of four feature films and a few dozen short films, for which he won several awards (including best Actor in a Short Film Drama), he is looking forward to going back to the theatre stage where it all began.

Has acted in a variety of short films, including “The Writer” and “By A Different Name”, the latter of which earned her a Grand Jury nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Short Film at the 2024 Playhouse West Film Festival–Philadelphia Film Festival. Her two most recent projects, “Strange Encounter” and “The Amends” are due for release in 2025. First time appearing in an original play at Playhouse West–Philadelphia, where she has been training with Tony Savant since February, 2023. Would like to thank Tony and her cast mates for this incredible opportunity. She would also like to thank her husband, Oliver, without whom none of this would be possible.

After walking into Playhouse West-Philadelphia 6 years ago, Joe is finally fulfilling his desire to perform at the school's theater. "Something to Fight For" is his debut as a playwright. He has written and acted in short films such as the award-winning comedy, "Meet Mufasa".  Can also be seen on Discovery's "Evil Lives Here", S15, E4, streaming on Max. He thanks God, his family, Tony, and his cast mates for their endless show of support of his dreams. 

Began training at Playhouse West-Philadelphia in June 2019 and is thrilled to make her debut on the stage. During her training with Tony Savant she acted in a variety of short films including “Out of the Dark”, “American Dream”, and the award-winning short “Walk, Man”. Haley’s recent work includes a lead role in the feature film “Director’s Cut”, due for release in select theaters this fall. She is represented by Stewart Talent Agency in NYC. Haley would like to thank Tony Savant and her castmates for granting her this opportunity to be on the stage. She would also like to thank her family and friends who have shown her endless support in her career.

Navia is excited to be making her Playhouse West stage debut in "Something To Fight For". Began training at Playhouse West-Philadelphia in December 2022, and is eager to continue her evolution as an actor through this opportunity. This marks an important milestone in her acting journey, and she is honored to be a part of this production. Wishes to express her heartfelt gratitude to Joe for entrusting her with the role of Maya, Tony for his unrelenting expectation of excellence, and to her partner, Ben, for his steady and unwavering support. She is also deeply thankful to her cast mates for their encouragement and collaboration.

First time on the Playhouse West-Philadelphia stage. Since starting his training at Playhouse West in May 2022, Akil has appeared in a variety of short films such as "Wrap it up!", and the award winning comedy "Foodie Call", produced by his new team, POE Productions. Most known for his role as Daniel McCray in the 2024 feature, "Bonds of Grief", available on Amazon Prime.