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ANNOUNCEMENTS: ADRIAN GOMEZ (HE/HIM)

Adrian Gomez comes from the far-away land of Arizona. He graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor's degree in Theatre. You may have seen him in the famous blue polo as a Helpful Honda person during the Superbowl, caught him onstage as a professional improvisor at ImprovCity, or as a parent hopeful in the award-winning short film "Federal Approved Parent." Lately he's been fortunate enough to have been cast in several upcoming Miscellanea TV projects, and looks forward to seeing them premiere in film festivals, soon!

 

HOST: KELSEY REDMOND (SHE/HER)

A huge thank you to the "OC Cabaret" cast, crew, and ImprovCity for helping bring this show to life! www.kelseyredmond.net IG: @kelsey_redmond_

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SARAH O'BRIEN: "MON SOLEIL"

Sarah is an actress and an entrepreneur. Sarah studied Theatre at Azusa Pacific University. She is immensely grateful to be a part of this incredible cabaret and the opportunity to perform. Some of her favorite past roles and credits include background chorus for the Broadway Knights Christmas concerts, and Broadway Knights concert Ruby Lewis Blue Eyed Soul, Hannah in The Promise (musical), Shelby in Steel Magnolias, Anne in All My Sons, Rapunzel in Into the Woods, and Serena Katz from Fame. She thanks God for guiding her on her journey and for her friends and family for their love and support. Joshua 1:9

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GABBY MUSQUEZ (SHE/HER): "WHAT BAKING CAN DO" FROM WAITRESS

 

Gabby is thrilled to be making her debut at OC Cabaret. Her previous credits include Beauty and the Beast, American Idiot, Mary Poppins, and Spring Awakening. She has traveled and performed with The Citrus Singers in China, Germany, Philippines, and New York. Gabby would like to thank all her family and friends for supporting her! Instagram : @gabalot4

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GABRIELLE GUTIERREZ (SHE/HER/HERS): "WAVING THROUGH A WINDOW" FROM "DEAR EVAN HANSEN"

Gabrielle Gutierez (she/her/hers) is excited to make her return to the OC Cabaret. She spent the last four years travelling and working in production management but couldn't resist the call to get back on stage! A proud Queer Latina, she wants to play roles that explore all aspects of the communities she's a part of. When she's not singing at the top of her lungs, she's fostering kittens, cuddling up with her dachshunds, or relaxing with some yoga (while attempting to anyway). Besos to her partner, Damion, for supporting her and always encouraging her to shine. IG: @imthegabrielleg Photo credit: @dianakphotos

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IAN CHERRINGON: "RAISE A LITTLE HELL" FROM "BONNIE & CLYDE"

Ian Cherrington is pleased to be given the opportunity to perform with this amazing group of talented performers. Ian performs mainly in the Temecula area. He performs on stage with local theaters and with Country Live! at the Merc as well as on the street with the Old Town Temecula Gunfighters. Performing is a passion, but still just a hobby, he is a 2nd Generation small business owner. He hopes you enjoy the show and looks forward to entertaining you again in the future.

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STEVE PEPPER: "MICHAEL IN THE BATHROOM" FROM "BE MORE CHILL"

Steve Pepper has delighted audiences on stage and cobblestone around the world, performing both in musical theatre and Disney Parks. He is thrilled to join the OC Cabaret family once again. @stevepepper

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LILA BADARACO SAUCEDO: "COLORS OF THE WIND" FROM "POCAHONTAS"

Lila is honored to be making her OC Cabaret debut! She began her Musical Theater career by auditioning and being cast as an ensemble member in Irvine Valley College’s Fall 2022 production of Sweeney Todd. Lila is now coming off the heels of her most recent performance and first supporting role, playing Margaret Pomerance, in IVC’s Spring 2023 production of “9 to 5.” There are no words to express the gratitude and excitement Lila feels to be performing as a solo act on stage for the first time.

 

In her spare time, Lila enjoys watching football, gardening, painting, and spending time with her husband and their fur babies (Flash and Figgy Smalls). Lila is also an entrepreneur. She owns FixBooks (@Fix.Books, www.fix-books.com), an Accounting/Bookkeeping company. Lastly, Lila would like to thank her insanely handsome and loving husband, Joshua, as well as her friends for continuously pushing her outside of her comfort zone to pursue her dreams.

“You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.” - Dolly Parton @___Lila___ @fix.books

            @thetailorcaterer

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KELS SIMON (SHE/HER): "BOYFRIEND" BY DOVE CAMERON

Making her return to the stage, Kels is delighted to be making her OC Cabaret debut! Before her hiatus, Kels performed alongside some of her OC Cabaret cast mates and friends at Disneyland, and performed in shows such as Fiddler on the Roof as Tzeitel and How to Succeed in Business without really trying as Rosemary Pilkington, as well as indulging in playing the guitar. Kels wants to thank Kelsey for the opportunity to join such a talented cast of artists!

 Instagram and Tiktok: @Kelsandfink 

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TIM MAGOUN: "VIVA LA VIDA" BY COLDPLAY

Tim is excited to be back at the OC Cabaret! He's currently a cast member of ImprovCity's Thursday/Sunday troupe. You can catch him on select Thursdays and Sunday at 7:30pm each month. Being on stage and moving people, either to laughter or tears, is what makes him feel alive.

https://www.instagram.com/tim_magoun , https://www.tiktok.com/@tim_magoun

 

 

DANIEL BYRNE (HE/HIM) & KELSEY REDMOND (SHE/HER): "YOU NEVER KNOW" FROM "IN PIECES" A NEW MUSICAL BY JOEY CONTRERAS

Dan is a big time nerd who likes to sing, read comic books, and guest host on podcasts. You may recognize him from workshopping the current Off-Broadway musical Waiting in the Wings! He is thrilled to get to share the stage with Kelsey Redmond for this performance, and would like to thank her for the opportunity to do so.

@hausofbyrne on Instagram and TikTok

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TJ PUNCHARD “MARIA" FROM "WEST SIDE STORY"

Tj Punchard is stoked to be back again at the OC Cabaret. Tours: Cinderella (Prince Topher), Cats (Rum Tum Tugger), Advent Carol (John/Gabriel), No Greater Love (Judas/John); Regional: Quasimodo (Hunchback of Notre Dame), Lt (Sweaty) Eddie in Sister Act!, Pirates of Penzance (Frederic), Spelling Bee (Mitch Mahoney - NJACT Perry Award for Best Supporting Actor), A Chorus Line (Richie), Songs for a New World (Man #1 - NJACT Perry Award nomination for best leading actor in a musical), Seussical (Horton the Elephant). Tj has a BFA in musical theatre from Cal State Fullerton, a minor in theology, a MA in Animal Behavior, a MA in Clinical Psychology, and currently pursuing his doctorate in clinical psychology at Biola. Tj would like to thank God along with his friends and family for the constant love and support @tjpunchard @therapist.tj

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JUSTIN BUDDS AND HANNAH CAMERON (SHE/HER): "THIS IS NOT OVER YET" FROM "PARADE"

Justin is so gracious to be able to return to the OC Cabaret time and  time again. This time through he hopes that you don't all leave thinking he is just incredibly sad all of the time. So he chose a hopeful song. When not at OC Cabaret Justin spends his time solving murder mysteries for a living and streaming on Twitch. Thanks for coming! Instagram: @Justin_Budd_Actor

Twitch: www.twitch.tv/buddslightyear

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When she is not singing or playing guitar, Hannah can be found here at Improvcity performing with the Thursday and Sunday troupe. Social media: hannydevitoooo

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STEVE PEPPER & KELSEY REDMOND (SHE/HER): "MOVE ON" FROM "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Steve Pepper has delighted audiences on stage and cobblestone around the world, performing both in musical theatre and Disney Parks. He is thrilled to join the OC Cabaret family once again. @stevepepper

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TEDDO CORBIN (HE/HIM/HIS)

Aspiring singer/songwriter, my influences range from Jamie Cullum, John Mayer, Rufus Wainwright and so many more. Utilizing Ukulele, Guitar, Bass and percussion, I sing songs about yearning, love, heartbreak and dreams that have kept me awake about who we are and why. With my music I hope to inspire and carry listeners across space or to coasts yet to have been discovered within the hearts and minds of us all.

Instagram/Teddotunes

TikTok/ Teddotunes

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ROHMON (HE/HIM): TENNESSEE

Rohmon maybe the most underrated, best kept secret in #CHH (Christian Hip Hop) now mostly refers to as “The Godfather of the Genre” Rohmon has a resume and catalog that continues to grow. Rohmon has not only established himself but truly has nothing left to prove. Starting at the young age Rohmon is still making albums and performing to this day. His original record label, “GTG’Z Records” has now transformed to the multi-faceted “Heritage Park Productions” where he currently serves as President. He continues to produce record and now adds films, podcasts, and music. Social media:

Ig: @rohmonm

FB: Rohmon Merchant

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JACKIE LOEB: "OUT HERE ON MY OWN" & "CHER"

Jackie Loeb is a comic, actor, musician and world-renowned sugar and carb addict. As seen on Superstore, Better Things, an Instagram commercial for personalized socks and the Emmy nominated animated Netflix series ‘Trash Truck’ where she voices the role of Ms. Mona, a worldly and wise Australian rat.

 

Jackie graduated from the University of Western Sydney with a useful-adjacent degree in Performing Arts. She has worked as a stand-up comic her entire adult life and was the winner of the Australian Mo Award for Best Live Comedy Act. 

 

When not performing, Jackie can be found loitering at Ralphs waiting for BBQ chickens to go on sale.

@jackieloeb

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DAMIAN LEMAR HUDSON

Damian Lemar Hudson is known for Logic & Marshmello: Everyday (2018), Logic Feat. Damian Lemar Hudson: Black Spiderman (2017) and DashieGames (2011)

@damianlhudson Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer, Photographer, DJ, Actor, Writer, CEO of InVoyager Records @invoyagerrecords (New Album Out Now) #moresuccess

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BOWS

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Production Team

 

Kelsey Redmond

Creator, Director, Host of "OC Cabaret, Music. Art. Live."

 

Gina Dugan:

Owner and Artistic Director of ImprovCity, Music and Tech

“Gina Dugan is a founding member of ImprovCity and the Artistic Director of the ImprovCity Thursday/Sunday cast. Gina is a graduate of The Second City Conservatory and has studied at Upright Citizens Brigade. Besides improv, she is also a veteran of sketch comedy.”

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Devin Dugan:

Owner and Artistic Director of ImprovCity, Concessions

Devin Dugan is a professional comedian, director, producer, screenwriter, and author...and sometimes actor and musician. He has performed all over the country for more than 28 years.

Devin was the creative mastermind behind the successful novelty book Improvisers Drawing Stick Figures and has written for Nostalgia Digest magazine. He is a multi-award winning screenwriter with many of his works winning top honors in film festivals across the globe. 

He has written, directed and starred in television, films and commercials, and is the producer of ImprovCity Films, a production company that creates web series, shorts, features and documentaries. 

Devin has also directed live stage plays. Some of his past stage productions include The Cocoanuts, The Werewolf's Curse, The Time of Their Lives, and Les Misérables. He is currently directing a production of Room Service.

 

Allen Kim:

Owner of ImprovCity

 

Adrian Gomez:

Comedian, Fantastic Husband, Usher

Adrian Gomez comes from the far-away land of Arizona. He graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor's degree in Theatre. You may have seen him in the famous blue polo as a Helpful Honda person during the Superbowl, caught him onstage as a professional improvisor at ImprovCity, or as a parent hopeful in the award-winning short film "Federal Approved Parent." Lately he's been fortunate enough to have been cast in several upcoming Miscellanea TV projects, and looks forward to seeing them premiere in film festivals, soon!

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Next Show:

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