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Album Cast

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Casey Anne Apregan
Casey Anne Apregan Ensemble
Marisa Chandler
Marisa Chandler Ensemble
Julia Doty
Julia Doty Ensemble
Sydney Endicott
Sydney Endicott Bessie/Annie
Christopher Hester
Christopher Hester James

Casey Anne Apregan, Ensemble

Casey has loved bringing this classic story new life with such an incredible team! Favorite credits include…Footloose(Rusty), The Colony Theatre, Grease(Jan) Lythgoe Productions, and Head Over Heels(Ensemble), New Conservatory Theatre Center. She obtained a BA in Musical Theatre from The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Marisa Chandler, Ensemble

Marisa Chandler graduated from Harvard University with a concentration in American and English Literature and Language. Favorite roles include Maria in “West Side Story,” Luisa in “The Fantasticks,” and Maria in “The Sound of Music.” Marisa lives in Los Angeles and is a company member of Parsons Nose Theater and also sings with The Harvard Yardbirds, an a cappella group of mostly Harvard alums.

Julia Doty, Ensemble

Julia is so excited to help bring this wonderful show to life! Favorite credits include Rent (Joanne), Merrily We Roll Along (Gussie Carnegie), Pride and Prejudice (Elizabeth Bennet), Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey II), Amelie (Suzanne), Dear Harvey (Robin Tyler/ Pianist), and Musical Theater West’s The Wizard of Oz. Gratitude to her friends and family for all their love and support <3

Sydney Endicott, Bessie/Annie

Sydney Endicott grew up primarily in Canada and England, starting her professional career as a child in commercials and television in the UK. Since moving back to the Los Angeles area, Sydney’s work has been featured in a recurring role on the NBC hit, Parks and Recreation, leads in various short and independent feature films as well as national commercial and print campaigns. Sydney is also a songwriter and singer and her band, Aways, released their first full album last year, Running Out of Time – available on all platforms. Sydney is a classically trained actress and proud graduate of the BFA Acting program at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, as well as a recent graduate of the 2025 January Intensive at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, MA. Sydney has just recently relocated to London to pursue her MFA in Voice and Theatre Arts at Rose Bruford College with ambitions to be working as a Designated Linklater Teacher in 2027 alongside her acting pursuits.

Christopher Hester, James

Christopher James Hester is thrilled to make his voice-over debut as James in the Forever Musical! After moving to Los Angeles, California, in 2020, Hester has been honored to perform and follow his dreams. Recent credits include: Seaweed in Hairspray, Norwegian Pearl lead vocalist, Jersey Boys (CCAE theatricals), Oceania Vista CruiseLine (lead vocalist), Omar (LA Opera), Disney’s Philly Phonics, and more. Hester can also be seen on television in music videos(Fridayy), in his work as a print/commercial model (Torrid, Neutrogena), and in supporting roles on Netflix, HBO Max, and an MTV unscripted series. In addition to entertainment, Hester holds a master’s degree in Vocal Pedagogy from the Boston Conservatory at Berklee and continues to teach in the Los Angeles region. When Christopher is not singing, he loves hiking, playing with his adopted dog, Dolce, and going out with friends.

Analisa Idalia
Analisa Idalia Sybil
Frank Lawson
Frank Lawson Reverend Vane
Joey Ruggiero
Joey Ruggiero Dorian
Thompson Sewell
Thompson Sewell Henry
Jacob Wilson
Jacob Wilson Ensemble

Analisa Idalia, Sybil

Analisa Idalia is an LA native actor, singer, and dancer. Some of her credits include Mimi Marquez – RENT (Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center), Adele Rice – A Man of No Importance (A Noise Within), Crystal/Chiffon/Ronnette US – Little Shop of Horrors (South Coast Repertory), Tweedle Dee – Alice In Wonderland (Wilshire Ebell) – for which she is featured on the cast album.

Originally from Athens, GA, Thompson Sewell studied Dramatic Art at UNC Chapel Hill before relocating to Los Angeles. He believes storytelling is one of the most meaningful ways to love and serve people. Recent stage credits include Nick Bottom (Something Rotten), Konstantin (The Seagull), Alfred (Alice By Heart), and Nicely-Nicely Johnson (Guys and Dolls).

Frank Lawson, Reverend Vane

His stage credits include Rent, Porgy and Bess, The Who’s Tommy, Mamma Mia, Memphis, Summer, Ragtime and When Jazz Had The Blues (LA Ovation and NAACP Awards). TV/Film: Wild West Chronicles, Mind Your Business, Designed By Preeti and CAMP WWE. BA Theatre & Advertising- SMU Meadows School of the Arts.

Joey Ruggiero, Dorian

Joey Ruggiero’s theatre: The Last 5 Years, The Spitfire Grill, Godspell. Recent films: Appogedon, Christmas Switch, Hunting Season, Hamilton Mixtape: Immigrants(We Get The Job Done). Lastly, Joey just headlined the Troubadour. He is the lead singer/guitarist of his upbeat blues rock group, THE BAND JOEY. (SAG-AFTRA//AEA//@TheBandJoey)

Thompson Sewell, Henry

Originally from Athens, GA, Thompson Sewell studied Dramatic Art at UNC Chapel Hill before relocating to Los Angeles. He believes storytelling is one of the most meaningful ways to love and serve people. Recent stage credits include Nick Bottom (Something Rotten), Konstantin (The Seagull), Alfred (Alice By Heart), and Nicely-Nicely Johnson (Guys and Dolls).

Jacob Wilson, Ensemble

Jacob Wilson holds a BA in Theater Arts from CSU Fresno. Theatre credits include We Will Rock You (Brit), Cabaret (Ernst Ludwig, 5-Star Theatricals), Heathers (Kurt Kelly), and The Who’s Tommy (Uncle Ernie). Film: supporting role in The Council 2, sequel to Tubi’s #1 movie. Training: Howard Fine and Robert D’Avanzo.

TEAM SHOWCASE

Album Cast

Click on the photos below to read each bio.
Casey Anne Apregan
Casey Anne Apregan Ensemble
Marisa Chandler
Marisa Chandler Ensemble

Casey Anne Apregan, Ensemble

Casey has loved bringing this classic story new life with such an incredible team! Favorite credits include…Footloose(Rusty), The Colony Theatre, Grease(Jan) Lythgoe Productions, and Head Over Heels(Ensemble), New Conservatory Theatre Center. She obtained a BA in Musical Theatre from The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Marisa Chandler, Ensemble

Marisa Chandler graduated from Harvard University with a concentration in American and English Literature and Language. Favorite roles include Maria in “West Side Story,” Luisa in “The Fantasticks,” and Maria in “The Sound of Music.” Marisa lives in Los Angeles and is a company member of Parsons Nose Theater and also sings with The Harvard Yardbirds, an a cappella group of mostly Harvard alums.

Julia Doty
Julia Doty Ensemble
Sydney Endicott
Sydney Endicott Bessie/Annie

Julia Doty, Ensemble

Julia is so excited to help bring this wonderful show to life! Favorite credits include Rent (Joanne), Merrily We Roll Along (Gussie Carnegie), Pride and Prejudice (Elizabeth Bennet), Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey II), Amelie (Suzanne), Dear Harvey (Robin Tyler/ Pianist), and Musical Theater West’s The Wizard of Oz. Gratitude to her friends and family for all their love and support <3

Sydney Endicott, Bessie/Annie

Sydney Endicott grew up primarily in Canada and England, starting her professional career as a child in commercials and television in the UK. Since moving back to the Los Angeles area, Sydney’s work has been featured in a recurring role on the NBC hit, Parks and Recreation, leads in various short and independent feature films as well as national commercial and print campaigns. Sydney is also a songwriter and singer and her band, Aways, released their first full album last year, Running Out of Time – available on all platforms. Sydney is a classically trained actress and proud graduate of the BFA Acting program at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, as well as a recent graduate of the 2025 January Intensive at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, MA. Sydney has just recently relocated to London to pursue her MFA in Voice and Theatre Arts at Rose Bruford College with ambitions to be working as a Designated Linklater Teacher in 2027 alongside her acting pursuits.

Christopher Hester
Christopher Hester James
Analisa Idalia
Analisa Idalia Sybil

Christopher Hester, James

Christopher James Hester is thrilled to make his voice-over debut as James in the Forever Musical! After moving to Los Angeles, California, in 2020, Hester has been honored to perform and follow his dreams. Recent credits include: Seaweed in Hairspray, Norwegian Pearl lead vocalist, Jersey Boys (CCAE theatricals), Oceania Vista CruiseLine (lead vocalist), Omar (LA Opera), Disney’s Philly Phonics, and more. Hester can also be seen on television in music videos(Fridayy), in his work as a print/commercial model (Torrid, Neutrogena), and in supporting roles on Netflix, HBO Max, and an MTV unscripted series. In addition to entertainment, Hester holds a master’s degree in Vocal Pedagogy from the Boston Conservatory at Berklee and continues to teach in the Los Angeles region. When Christopher is not singing, he loves hiking, playing with his adopted dog, Dolce, and going out with friends.

Analisa Idalia, Sybil

Analisa Idalia is an LA native actor, singer, and dancer. Some of her credits include Mimi Marquez – RENT (Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center), Adele Rice – A Man of No Importance (A Noise Within), Crystal/Chiffon/Ronnette US – Little Shop of Horrors (South Coast Repertory), Tweedle Dee – Alice In Wonderland (Wilshire Ebell) – for which she is featured on the cast album.

Originally from Athens, GA, Thompson Sewell studied Dramatic Art at UNC Chapel Hill before relocating to Los Angeles. He believes storytelling is one of the most meaningful ways to love and serve people. Recent stage credits include Nick Bottom (Something Rotten), Konstantin (The Seagull), Alfred (Alice By Heart), and Nicely-Nicely Johnson (Guys and Dolls).

Frank Lawson
Frank Lawson Reverend Vane
Joey Ruggiero
Joey Ruggiero Dorian

Frank Lawson, Reverend Vane

His stage credits include Rent, Porgy and Bess, The Who’s Tommy, Mamma Mia, Memphis, Summer, Ragtime and When Jazz Had The Blues (LA Ovation and NAACP Awards). TV/Film: Wild West Chronicles, Mind Your Business, Designed By Preeti and CAMP WWE. BA Theatre & Advertising- SMU Meadows School of the Arts.

Joey Ruggiero, Dorian

Joey Ruggiero’s theatre: The Last 5 Years, The Spitfire Grill, Godspell. Recent films: Appogedon, Christmas Switch, Hunting Season, Hamilton Mixtape: Immigrants(We Get The Job Done). Lastly, Joey just headlined the Troubadour. He is the lead singer/guitarist of his upbeat blues rock group, THE BAND JOEY. (SAG-AFTRA//AEA//@TheBandJoey)

Thompson Sewell
Thompson Sewell Henry
Jacob Wilson
Jacob Wilson Ensemble

Thompson Sewell, Henry

Originally from Athens, GA, Thompson Sewell studied Dramatic Art at UNC Chapel Hill before relocating to Los Angeles. He believes storytelling is one of the most meaningful ways to love and serve people. Recent stage credits include Nick Bottom (Something Rotten), Konstantin (The Seagull), Alfred (Alice By Heart), and Nicely-Nicely Johnson (Guys and Dolls).

Jacob Wilson, Ensemble

Jacob Wilson holds a BA in Theater Arts from CSU Fresno. Theatre credits include We Will Rock You (Brit), Cabaret (Ernst Ludwig, 5-Star Theatricals), Heathers (Kurt Kelly), and The Who’s Tommy (Uncle Ernie). Film: supporting role in The Council 2, sequel to Tubi’s #1 movie. Training: Howard Fine and Robert D’Avanzo.

Behind the scenes

Recording credits

Lloyd Cooper, Musical Director/Arranger

LLOYD COOPER (Musical Director) Lloyd has won three Drama-Logue Awards for best musical direction and received awards for Beauty and the Beast and The Andrews Brothers. He is proud to have worked on many productions for Plan B Entertainment, Rubicon Theatre, San Diego CLO, San Bernardino CLO, Cabrillo Music Theatre, Theatre Under The Stars and others. Lloyd was the musical director for Happy Days – A New Musical written by Garry Marshall and Paul Williams, both at the Falcon Theatre and for Cabrillo. At The Rubicon he musical directed the world premier of Hello! My Baby and also served as orchestrator and musical director for My Antonia (music by Stephen Schwartz). Lloyd has worked as pianist, composer, arranger, and/or conductor in such television shows as “Father Dowling,” “Matlock” and “Perry Mason” and the films “The Prince of Tides,” “Godzilla” and “The Holiday.” He worked with Barbra Streisand and Stephen Sondheim in rehearsing and choosing music for her “Back To Broadway” album.

Production & Recording Crew

  • Producer – Barry Gordon
  • Associate Producers – Lloyd Cooper, Gary B Lamb
  • Recording Engineers – Kyle Biane, Peter Recine
  • Mix and Mastering Engineer – Dave Bennett
  • Recorded at The Market Recording
  • Recording Dates – June – September, 2025

Musicians

  • Piano/Keyboards – Lloyd Cooper
  • Guitars – Ken Berry
  • Bass – Steve Bringelson
  • Drums/Percussion – Satoshi Kirisawa
  • Tenor Sax – Giosué Greco

Marketing Dream Team

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De Ivett De Ivett
Katheryne KTEE Thomas Katheryne KTEE Thomas

De Ivett

De Ivett is the CEO of 5D Spectrum, where she’s collaborated with leading music brands like Live Nation, Schecter, Daisy Rock, and artists including Tool and Allee Willis. Throughout her career, De has collaborated with renowned entertainment brands such as Red Bull, Kodak, Warner Home Video, USHE, Sony, and Live Nation to name a few. As an early innovator in technology, she built her first website in 1994. She lead the team that brought DVD technology to consumers in 1997. After the LA fires in 2025, she created the “Instrumental Giving” powered by Altadena Musicians App to support fire-impacted musicians. In August 2025 she became an advisor to the Women’s International Music Network and continues her volunteer work with the She Rocks Awards Show. A bassist and songwriter, De continues to create music while advocating for arts education.

Katheryne KTEE Thomas

Katheryne is a seasoned professional with a rich background in mass media integration, content creation, and brand management. Her career began as the production manager for the CW affiliate in South Georgia, laying the foundation for a career marked by notable achievements. Relocating to Los Angeles, KTEE showcased versatility in the competitive entertainment industry through roles at Benderspink, Slamdance, and producing content for News Corp.

KTEE is a marketing and content strategist and manages 5D Spectrum’s Marketing team and advertising campaigns.

Since 2011, KTEE has served as the CEO of In Ohm Entertainment, a multimedia powerhouse specializing in film production, content creation, and brand management. Under her leadership, the company has produced impressive content for renowned entities like MTV, VH1, Fox, Fuse, Interscope, Universal, Capitol Records, and Warner Bros.

Marketing Dream Team

Click on the photos below to read each bio.
De Ivett De Ivett
Katheryne KTEE Thomas Katheryne KTEE Thomas

De Ivett

De Ivett is the CEO of 5D Spectrum, where she’s collaborated with leading music brands like Live Nation, Schecter, Daisy Rock, and artists including Tool and Allee Willis. Throughout her career, De has collaborated with renowned entertainment brands such as Red Bull, Kodak, Warner Home Video, USHE, Sony, and Live Nation to name a few. As an early innovator in technology, she built her first website in 1994. She lead the team that brought DVD technology to consumers in 1997. After the LA fires in 2025, she created the “Instrumental Giving” powered by Altadena Musicians App to support fire-impacted musicians. In August 2025 she became an advisor to the Women’s International Music Network and continues her volunteer work with the She Rocks Awards Show. A bassist and songwriter, De continues to create music while advocating for arts education.

Katheryne KTEE Thomas

Katheryne is a seasoned professional with a rich background in mass media integration, content creation, and brand management. Her career began as the production manager for the CW affiliate in South Georgia, laying the foundation for a career marked by notable achievements. Relocating to Los Angeles, KTEE showcased versatility in the competitive entertainment industry through roles at Benderspink, Slamdance, and producing content for News Corp.

KTEE is a marketing and content strategist and manages 5D Spectrum’s Marketing team and advertising campaigns.

Since 2011, KTEE has served as the CEO of In Ohm Entertainment, a multimedia powerhouse specializing in film production, content creation, and brand management. Under her leadership, the company has produced impressive content for renowned entities like MTV, VH1, Fox, Fuse, Interscope, Universal, Capitol Records, and Warner Bros.

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