Anika's previous role with the Foodbank players was as Juliet in last summer's production of Romeo and Juliet.

She has been acting consistently for over two years, participating in 12 Angry Jurors, She Kills Monsters, and the 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee at Alameda High School. She also...

Frida's experience with the Foodbank Players includes playing Benvolio in last summer's production of Romeo and Juliet.

Additionally, She's been in middle and high school productions, including Clueless, 12 Angry Jurors, and The Lion King. I love cats, hiking, and baking, and is excited to...

Frida's experience with the Foodbank Players includes playing Rosoline in last summer's production of Romeo and Juliet.

She enjoys reading, hiking, and listening to music, - - and she works at a Ice cream shop!

Recently, Bill appeared as Friar Lawrence in last summer's production of Romeo and Juliet, and the Ghost of Christmas Future in last December's production of A Christmas Carol.

Retired mechanical engineer/inventor turned voice-over artist for marketing videos & YouTube channels - model...

Tim Morrill is excited to be back on stage to fill in for the roles of King Duncan and the Doctor. He's also glad to be sharing the stage with his wife, Jennifer, once again. The last time Tim graced the stage was over two decades ago when he performed at the Alterna Playhouse, The Douglas...

Kelsey Goeres is an actor and improviser from the central coast of California, where she began her theater career at PCPA. With a musical theater scholarship, she received her bachelor’s degree in journalism and theater arts from California Lutheran University. Through CLU, she studied the...

Gene Kahane founded the foodbankplayers in order to support the vital work of the Alameda Food Bank, give local actors a chance to perform and because the stage in the Healing Garden called out to him one day. He is so deeply moved by everyone who has helped in so many ways: Tara as our first...

Bruce is delighted to be making his FBP debut in this powerful production. His recent Shakespeare roles include his eye-popping turn (literally!) as the Earl of Gloucester in King Lear, Malvolio in a musical Twelfth Night with Actors Ensemble of Berkeley, and Jaques in As You Like It with...

Robin joins The Food Bank Players for the first time ever, and she's excited to do so! With it being a few years since she's been on stage, she's looking forward to performing again!

A few fun facts about Robin: Her favorite snack is popcorn, she loves playing The Legend of Zelda, and she...

Karin is a writer for the Alameda Post and a dance instructor at the Alameda Ballet Academy. She has performed with Alameda Civic Ballet, Berkeley City Ballet, and Omega West Dance Company. However, she is new to acting and excited to debut with the Foodbank Players, joining daughter Anika, in...

Jenifer is returning after playing Mrs. Fezziwig in last December's production of A Christmas Carol.

She is grateful for the opportunity to get back to doing what she loves and helping a great cause!

Donna is returning after playing the part of First Fairy in last Spring's production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Donna loves being part of the creative Food Bank Players. As a non-musical mortal, she is being challenged to add music to her Fairy scenes. Previously she was Don Pedro in...

Aaron is returning to The Foodbank Players after playing Tiny Tim in last December's production of A Christmas Carol. He's a student at CCJDS. Other roles include The Gingerbread Witch in Hansel & Gretel, Horace Blowtell in Sherlock Holmes, and Agustus Gloop in Willy Wonka Jr. with Tomorrow...

David is exciting to join the cast of the show and be part of this terrific cast. David was previously seen playing Snout the Tinker in last Spring's production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.

He has been in plays from Point Richmond to San Leandro and feels that Alameda is his home away...

Lisa is honored to return to the Food Bank Players. She has played Hippolyta in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Gertrude in Hamlet, Montague in Romeo & Juliet, and Kate in Sylvia, their first production. Locally, she has been seen in five shows at the Altarena: Cabaret, Chicago, The Savannah...

Luis is thrilled and honored to be playing the title role!

His training includes the ACT Summer Congress and an apprenticeship with the Berkeley Shakespeare Festival, now known as the California Shakespeare Festival.

Stage experiences include appearances with the San Francisco...

Ben will be joining the FBP players for the first time in this production and is absolutely stoked! He has previous acting experience at West Valley College in Saratoga, but has been away from the stage for the better part of a decade. Some shows he has been involved with include You Can’t Take...

Darrah's experience of theatre began at Alameda Children's Musical Theater in 1998, where she performed in a handful of fun plays as a child. Now an adult, she works as a clinical social worker/psychotherapist. She is also a professional lifeguard for the City of Alameda and can be often found...

Jennifer is a returning cast member who previously played the Flautist in last summer's production of Romeo and Juliet and Begger in last December's production of A Christmas Carol.

Jennifer is a lifelong performer, being an actor, singer, and musician. She has been playing flute for 30...

Cory Kahane is returning to the Foodbank Players, having previously played Ebenezer Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL.

He is a certified Actor-Combatant with the Society of American Fight Directors, having trained in broadsword, unarmed, knife, rapier & dagger, and smallsword.

Outside...

I am so excited to be a part of this amazing group of people. I have always been fascinated by how a production comes to life. My passion lies in the costumes that bring the characters to life. I designed the costumes for Alameda High School's productions of Radium Girls and The 25th Annual...