Fiddler on the Roof Program

Jack Bernaz (Tevye) has been accepted as a full-time transfer third-year Theater (Performance) student in Fall 2026, having recently completed the requirements for six Associate's Degrees at Pierce College in Woodland Hills. Since moving to Los Angeles four years ago, Jack has played dozens of roles in almost twenty stage productions, including DOM CLAUDE FROLLO in The Hunchback of Notre Dame, HERCULE POIROT in Murder on the Orient Express, MISS TRUNCHBULL in Matilda the Musical, MAURICE in Beauty and the Beast, CALDWELL B. CLADWELL in Urinetown the Musical, and BEN LOMAN in Death of a Salesman. Approaching 150 stage productions since 1980, Jack's favorite roles prior to moving to Los Angeles include SIR JOHN FALSTAFF in Henry IV Part One, THE STAGE MANAGER in Our Town, TITO MERELLI in Lend Me a Tenor, SWEENEY TODD in Sweeney Todd, and BOB CRATCHIT in several productions of A Christmas Carol. 

Andrea Christina (Golde) is a 21-year old Theatre major at Cal State LA. Though she is a senior, this is her first performance at Cal State LA. Andrea has not performed in a musical since 2019 and she is super excited to be back on the stage. Some of her favorite roles that she has played in the past were Timon from The Lion King Jr, Jafar from Aladdin Jr, and Ms. Potts from Beauty and the Beast Jr. She aspires to be a singer, songwriter, director, playwright, actress, tech director, educator, and more!
Andrea is also the Assistant Technical Director for Fiddler on the Roof. Andrea would like to thank her wonderful parents,
and the amazing professors at Cal State LA who helped her find her passions.

Ginger Grace Carruthers (Tzeitel) is a junior at Cal State LA, pursuing a BM in Music with an option in Vocal Performance (classical) and minoring in Theatre. Ginger began her performing arts journey with dancing at Dancin' In Acton at the age of 10. She learned hip-hop, lyrical, jazz, and tap while dancing with this studio.  In her sophomore year in high school, Ginger became a member of Chamber Singers, the advanced choir of William J Pete Knight High School. Ginger is proud to be a member of the Cal State LA Chamber Singers. She is also a proud mentor and alumnus of the nationally awarded Justice Sunday Program and Just Us Initiative, where she acts as Head of Choreography on the Alumni Leadership Board. Every year, Ginger dedicates her winter break mentoring the students as they research, write, build and perform their very own play that centers black history. This is Ginger’s second production with Cal State LA, and her first principal role. Her first role was in the ensemble of Cal State LA’s production of “Something Rotten”. She would like to thank Sharon Roberts, her first vocal coach, Audrey Babcock, her current vocal professor, and Sadie Pacino, her high school dance coach. She would also like to thank her family, for always supporting her passions and helping her flourish. 

Kristy Centeno (Hodel) is a first year student in the Theatre department at Cal State LA. She is delighted to be taking on the role of Hodel in this semester’s production of Fiddler on the Roof! Some of her past roles include Diana Morales from the musical A Chorus Line, Amiens in As You Like it, and Selena Maria in Selena Maria Sings. Kristy has received national and city based awards for her singing including first place at the 2024 Hollywood Rotary Club music awards, a Maestro award at the San Francisco 2024 Heritage Festival , first place in commercial music/jazz category at the 2025 SCVA vocal solo competition, and 2025 Music in the Parks Overall Vocalist. She also continues to train at the Colburn School located in DTLA. Kristy would like to thank her parents for always supporting her dreams and pushing her to do her best in whatever path she chooses.

Hannah Greer (Chava) is a sophomore at Cal State LA majoring in English. This is Hannah’s first production at Cal State LA, but second time being in a production of Fiddler of the Roof. Other previous credits include Suessical and The Sound of Music. Hannah would like to thank her family, friends, and cast for always being so kind and supportive!

Jonathan Jesus Sandoval (Motel) is a sophomore at Cal State LA, majoring in Theater Arts and Dance, with an option in performance. This is Jonathan's second production with Cal State LA! He was most recently seen as The Boy/Waiter in The Good Person of Setzuan in spring 2025 directed by Randee Trabitz at the Intimate Theatre, and Ensemble/Motorwise Guy in Zombie Prom in spring 2023 directed by Rachel Snow at Alhambra High School. Jonathan practices acting, musical theatre, and currently training to become a lighting designer. Jonathan is very grateful to have the opportunity to be a part of this show. Jonathan would like to thank family, friends and his father, Jesus Sandoval, for guiding him through every challenge and supports Jonathan's dreams. 

Luca Stapleton (Perchik) is a twenty-two-year-old actor, poet, playwright, and performance artist from Carlsbad, California. This is Luca’s fourth year at Cal State LA as a theatre performance major. Luca’s passion for the performing arts was inspired by their mother, Judi Stapleton, and their skills were developed by Katherine Gardner and Jillian Porter-Eshelman. Luca has previously been seen as Shakespeare in Something Rotten and God #3 in The Good Person of Setzuan at Cal State LA, and performed the role of Hanschen in Oceanside Theatre Company’s Spring Awakening. Luca’s theatrical practice is deeply indebted to the works and theories of Antonin Artaud and Jean Genet. Luca would like to thank Meredith Greenburg, Tanya Kane-Parry, and Kayden Binfield for their support.

Adrian Valle-Valdivia (Fyedka) is a senior at Cal State LA pursuing a degree in Aviation Administration with a minor in Theatre, where he bridges the worlds of leadership and performance. His experience as a Disneyland performer has shaped his strong stage presence, quick adaptability, and ability to engage audiences from all walks of life. With a passion rooted in entertainment, Adrian brings creativity to every performance. He gratefully acknowledges the unwavering support of his family and mentors.

Gerald Hernandez is a senior at Cal State LA, majoring in psychology and minor in Theatre. This is Gerald's third production at Cal State LA he was previously in God's Given Talent and Celebramos. He also performed in the ensemble at the Lewis Family Playhouse in 2019 in Bye Bye Birdie and played King Kasper at San Bernardino Valley College in 2013. Gerald would like to thank his family and friends for the support and journey he's been at Cal State LA.

Julian Mendez-Chagolla (Constable) is a senior at Cal State LA majoring in Theatre, with an option in production. This is Julian’s third performance at Cal State LA, having performed in the department's past productions of Something Rotten and Macbeth. These past 4 years have been Julian’s first experience in the world of theatre, and he is ready to perform and entertain the audience for years to come! Julian would love to thank his family, friends, and partner for their continued support and encouragement, alongside his professor's teachings!

Ezmeralda Castañeda (Shprintze) is a junior at Cal State LA, majoring in Animation and minoring in Theatre. This production is her first at Cal State LA, having recently transferred from Southwestern Community College in San Diego. She was most recently seen in the ensemble of On Your Feet by Gloria and Emilio Estefan.  Her favorite roles on stage include the mummy in Percy Jackson, Lightning Thief Musical, and Singing Angel and Nun in Anything Goes. Ezmeralda would like to thank her mom and family for their support, and loving boyfriend for the extra support as well. 

Azul Diaz (Bielke) is a sophomore at Cal State LA, minoring in Theatre with a focus on Acting. This is her first production at Cal State LA, but has participated in a few productions in High School and at a Community Theatre. With a lifelong passion for acting, Azul is thrilled to be part of this cast and journey; to be able to bond with her peers and gain professional experience. She would like to thank her family and people along the way who have showed support. 

Corbin M. Mongolo (Reb Mordcha) is a transfer student at Cal State LA, appearing in his last production before graduating, earning his Bachelor’s degree in Theatre with a focus in Performance. This marks his second stage production at Cal State LA. His recent credits include The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Mr. Beaver) at The La Mirada with Phantom Projects, The Good Person of Setzuan (Mrs. Yang) at Cal State LA, and Rent (Ensemble) at Citrus College. Corbin is a proud Navy Reservist and is honored to bring his life experience and perspective to the stage. After graduation, he plans to move to Atlanta to pursue acting in film and television.

David Olsen (Rabbi) is the Chair of Communication Studies at Cal State LA, which means he has made a successful career out of talking and acting. This is his third production under the fearless direction of Meredith Greenburg, who continues to demonstrate both vision and a remarkable tolerance for academics with stage dreams.  He previously appeared as Old Man Strong in Urinetown and, in a bold commitment to not learning new roles, reprised it for the 2021 filmed production, both directed by Greenburg. His theatrical origins trace back to age 12 as Oliver in Oliver! (if you ask nicely, he can still sing “Where Is Love?” in the original octave), later peaking emotionally as Billy Bigelow in Carousel, and then spiraling into artistic excess by playing every character in Becket or the Honor of God, because clearly no one else could be trusted.  David dedicates this performance to the students in the cast, who consistently ensured he was on the correct side of the stage (“Rabbi, Rabbi—you’re over here”), gently but firmly guided him to the right spot on stage, drilled choreography into him during breaks, and made him laugh at every rehearsal.   

Teshan Teachey (Mendel) is excited to be a part of the production of Fiddler on the Roof. Currently in his sophomore year at Cal State Los Angeles, he has been in the productions of Airness in the role of Golden Thunder, featured in the John Lion New Plays Festival in the role of Basil in Who-Don-it?, and Celebramos! This marks an exciting new chapter in his performing career. During his time at West Valley, Teshan portrayed Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls, Wadsworth in Clue, Harry MacAfee in Bye Bye Birdie, and both the Spirit of Christmas Yet to Come and Mr. Fezziwig in A Christmas Carol. He cherished every moment on that stage and is eager to continue his journey in theater. Beyond theater, Teshan enjoys a variety of hobbies, including drawing, cosplay, dancing, 3D Modeling, singing, skateboarding, and playing a variety of musical instruments. He also spent two rewarding years in the school band, delighting in the experience of playing at football games. Teshan continues to look forward to his time performing here. He would love to thank the Howards for their continued love and support.

Jordan Knoch (Avram) is a first-year transfer student at Cal State LA, currently pursuing a Bachelors of Theatre Arts - Performance and minoring in Art. He has acted in previous productions at his previous school, Golden West College, such as The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (2019) and Spamalot (2022). He has worked as an Art PA on Desertscape’s 2026 Best U.S. Short Film Pretty Boys (2026). Jordan would like to thank his friends and family for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!

Ryan Lawrence (Nachum) is a third-year transfer student as a Theatre Major with a concentration in Performance. They are also pursuing their associate's in dance and music as well. This is their first named performance here at Cal State LA, but you may have also seen them in last semesters Musical Theatre Workshop culmination or in an MFA scene, "Colors of Sleep," directed by Eliza Kim. They've also been in numerous other shows outside of the university, such as Hairspray, playing Edna Turnblad at Mt. San Jacinto College. They also wanted to add, in case anyone was curious, the bottles are not magnetized onto our heads, they are balanced. They hope everyone enjoys the show!

Hannah Cichy (Grandma Tzeitel/Mirala) is a 3rd year at Cal State LA majoring in Theatre with an option in Performance. This is Hannah’s second production at Cal State LA, the first was The Night Shift as Riley. Hannah was also seen as Ginger in Zombie Prom and Veta in Harvey at Alhambra High School. She has also dabbled in film starring in student productions on and off campus. Hannah is extremely excited to perform with her friends in the cast and show everyone’s hard work. She would like to thank her loved ones for their love and support for her passion and she can’t wait for them to see her in Fiddler on the Roof!! 

Grey Arias (Furma Sarah/Malke) is a Senior at Cal State LA pursuing a BA in Theatre: Performance. She is happy to be part of Cal State LA's production of Fiddler on the Roof. Grey has performed in many musicals such as Hello Dolly, The Addams Family, And Something Rotten. When Grey isn’t on the stage she is stage managing. Grey’s stage management credits include Saturdays At 10AM, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Urinetown, Airness and Pipeline. She would like to thank Meredith Greenburg for casting me in this show and my friends and family for your continued support. Here's to more productions!

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Sarah Adame (Rifka) is in her final year at Cal State LA, majoring in Theatre Performing Arts with an option in Performance. She is excited to be part of Fiddler on the Roof and to bring Rifka and Ensemble to life. While her college experience has primarily been behind the scenes, she previously worked on running crew for Airness and served as Assistant Stage Manager for This Land at Cal State LA. In high school, she performed as Ensemble in The Addams Family and as Mrs. Cratchit in A Christmas Carol. Sarah would like to thank her family and friends and loved ones for always believing in her, and especially her parents for being her biggest supporters and loving her unconditionally because it is through their support that she is able to follow her dreams.

Bethany Tasi (Bluma/Frederick/Dimitriy) is a third-year Theatre major at Cal State LA with a focus in Performance. She previously appeared in the ensemble of Something Rotten and as the Unemployment Man in The Good Person of Setzuan. Bethany is passionate about storytelling through movement and ensemble-based performance. With a background as a street performer and hip-hop dancer, she enjoys bringing high energy, musicality, and physical storytelling to the stage. Bethany is faithful to God, whose guidance continues to provide strength and open doors throughout her artistic journey. She would also like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their constant love and support.

 Jesstina Torres (Eliana) is a Music major at Cal State LA. She transferred from Ventura College where she received an Associate’s degree in Music with an emphasis in vocal performance. This is her first production at Cal State LA, but she has been involved in many theatre shows and choral performances. Jesstina’s favorite roles have been Helena Landless Mystery of Edwin Drood, Ms. Jessel Turn of the Screw, Dial Painter/Radio Girl These Shining Lives, and Yvonne/Blair Daniels Sunday in the Park with George. When she is not performing, she is hands on with productions. Jesstina has been a music director, makeup key, assistant dialect coach, costume crew, hair assistant, and an assistant stage manager. She has worked on shows such as The CHER Show (Granada Theatre/Civic Arts Center), The Edgar Allan Poe After Life Radio Show (Ventura College), La Boheme (Granada Theatre), and Almost Maine (Ventura College). Jesstina plans to obtain a Bachelors Degree in Music at Cal State LA and pursue a career in songwriting. She wants to thank her family and friends for always being there and supporting all that she does. She especially wants to thank her boyfriend who pushes her to be her best self, being the shoulder she can always lean on, and supporting her in everything. Jesstina is grateful to have gotten to know this wonderful cast and crew. She hopes to continue to do many shows at Cal State LA while she's attending.

Chris Apablaza (Yussel/Ivan) is a Sophomore at Cal State LA, majoring in Theatre, with an option in Performance. This is Chris' second production with Cal State LA, having worked on Celebramos with Tanya Kayne-Parry during his Freshman year. Other than theater, Chris is also involved with the Relevance Dance Team, a hip-hop focused dance team based here at Cal State LA as a dancer and Historian/Social Media Manager. Prior to Cal State LA, Chris has a musical background having played not only the Alto Saxophone, but also the Baritone Saxophone in Alta Loma High School's Entertainment Corps. Other notable projects by Chris Apablaza are his experiences with film as an actor on DXE Entertainment's Fatal Frame and his directorial debut through his dance documentary focused on the Relevance Dance Team, Road to Maxt Out. Chris hopes to continue his career as a performer and to be involved on more dance and film projects. He wishes to thank his middle school band director Karen Mizerak, his high school marching band director Joseph Calderon, his father Christian Apablaza who got him involved with dance, and every family member and friend who has pushed him to be the performer he is today.

DeAundre Tysaun Smith (Josef/Sasha) is excited to be back on stage for his second production at CSULA, after previously appearing in Airness. As a young artist, he’s grateful for every opportunity to grow, perform, and connect with new audiences. Thank you for coming out and supporting live theater—it truly means a lot. DeAundre hopes you enjoy the show and that you’ll come back for the next one!  When he’s not on stage, he’s also working on music. If you like what you hear, you can find him on Spotify under @DeAundre Smith.

Arty Cabeza (Arik/Alexi) is a third-year Theater major at Cal State LA. This will be his second production ever and the first with Cal State LA. His first on-stage role was President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in Annie Jr. at Torres High School (proof that, despite his opinions on musical theater, it always welcomes him with open arms and catchy tunes). Known as a natural speaker among his peers, Arty initially majored in Communications Studies and minored in Theater. He first took his talents to Cal State LA's Forensics Speech and Debate team, where he won multiple awards for his informative speech on Mountain Dew. After rediscovering his passion for entertainment, he eventually replaced his major with Theater, leaving Communications Studies behind. Since this decision, he has been involved in several student-led film projects and is currently doing voice work as character Jude for the indie audiobook series The Rift-A-Verse. While he aspires to be a voice-over artist first and foremost, he continues to explore other forms of acting. Whether he is on stage, in front of a camera, or in his shoddy homemade voice booth, Arty wants nothing more than to put on a show and to make an audience laugh, cry, or both at the same time. So long as he entertains, he is happy.

Eugene Antonio Negrete (Semyon/Priest) is a second-year MFA student in Television, Film and Theatre/ Acting Option. He is a film and stage actor, director, poet, and arts educator. This past fall semester, he was seen in This Land by Evangeline Ordaz and prior to that he was a part of the ensemble of ¡Celebramos! and he appeared in the John Lion New Plays Festival. Past stage credits include Stop Kiss by Diana Son, Sissy by Ricardo Bracho, blu by Virginia Grise, Mummified Deer by Luis Valdez, Ghost Dance by Carolyn Dunn, Mujeres en el Encierro by Maria Morett, String Theory by Ifa Bayeza, Little Known Legends by Radical Evolution, La Pastorela de Sacramento with Teatro Espejo Fernandomania by Josefina Lopez and Frida Kahlo Theatre's 10 Minute Play Festival. He’s most recently trained with the Juilliard Extension Division and the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York City. He holds a B.A. in Theater Arts and Latin American/Latino Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz and an M.A. in Elementary Education from Brown University. He is immensely grateful for all of the support from his family and friends.

Linda Margarita Greenberg (Liora) is an English Professor and Department Chair at Cal State LA and is over the moon to be making her musical theater debut this semester in Fiddler on the Roof. Singing—whether in choir, at karaoke, or during kitchen prep—has always been a joy, but adding drama, costumes, staging, and dance is a whole new level. She is deeply grateful to Cal State LA’s theatre community for the warm welcome, to the English Department for being the best place to launch escapades, and to her family and friends for the gift of time, laughter, and support, no matter the occasion.

Kristiina Hackel (Nava/Ensemble) is a faculty member in the Department of Television, Film and Media Studies. This is Kristiina's first production with Cal State LA, and she was last seen onstage as Fay in The Boy Friend a lifetime ago. Kristiina would like to thank Meredith for this opportunity, and her family for their support!

Ligiah Villalobos Rojas (Yuli) Ligiah Villalobos Rojas is a professor at Cal State LA in the TVF department teaching screenwriting. In her “other” professional life, she is a Screenwriter, Producer, Consultant and Lecturer. She recently wrote her first short play titled, Woman Ascending which was chosen with four other plays as part of the Luminous Streets Project in the fall of 2025. Fiddler on the Roof marks the first theatre production that she is a part of at Cal State LA.

Sabrina Ariss (Fiddler) is Theatre & Dance’s Department Coordinator, and your Fiddler! She is very happy to put her love of musical theatre and childhood violin practice to use in this production.

Roberto Alcaraz (Music Director) is a multitalented performer and educator.  His credits cover stage and screen.  Theatre credits include his work with the Cal Rep Theatre Company appearing in Penelope and the musicals Next to Normal and Spring Awakening.  A classically trained singer, Mr. Alcaraz performed in the ensemble-piece B.S-Bukowski/Sondheim singing the beautifully complex songs of Stephan Sondheim and the unapologetic poetry of Charles Bukowski.  Other theatrical highlights include staring in the musical Paquito’s Christmas at the Kennedy Center, Washington D.C., and performing the lead in Ed Begley Jr.’s play with music, Cesar and Ruben.  Mr. Alcaraz worked for many years with Tony Plana’s East LA Classic Theatre including their bilingual adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing.  Other appearances include the musical Selena: A Celebration of Life at the Doolittle Theatre, The Underdogs/Los de Abajo with the Bilingual Foundation for the Arts, and Man of La Mancha for the Reprise Theatre Company.  Mr. Alcaraz’s directing work includes Bernardo Solano’s play with music Los Faustinos at Santa Ana College and California State University, Los Angeles, to which he contributed 9 original songs. 

Television credits include appearances on CSI: Miami, In Justice, Longmire, and East Los High for Hulu.  Mr. Alcaraz also hosting the 13-part television series My Americas, traveling throughout Latin-America sharing with viewers the beauty and complicated syncretism of indigenous and European cultures.  The series also aired in Spanish as Caminante. 

Mr. Alcaraz has dedicated himself to equity in the arts and improving dialogue across diverse communities. He has published and presented on race and ethnicity in actor training and is currently an Assistant Professor in Theatre at California State University, Los Angeles where he teaches acting and voice and speech.

Mr. Alcaraz has taught in the Theatre Department at Cal State University, Long Beach (CSULB) and Santa Ana College. He has taught in the Chicano/a Studies Departments of California State University, Northridge (CSUN) and CSULB. He received a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Acting with an emphasis on Actor Pedagogy from CSULB and a Master of Music Degree in Vocal Performance from CSUN.  Roberto is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University where he received a bachelor’s degree in music. He is also a Certified Instructor of Knight-Thompson Speech Work.

Roberto is a former director of Chicano/Latino Student Services at Loyola Marymount University and is a past participant in the Actors Center’s Teacher Development Program in New York City.

Meredith Greenburg has been a member of AEA since 1993, and AGMA since 1999. Meredith has directed a number of shows at Cal State LA, including Rent, Urinetown (twice!), A Lie of the Mind, Red Noses, and Something Rotten! Meredith’s Stage Management life in LA has mostly been spent at the Music Center, and includes 30+ productions with the L.A. Opera, 20+ with the LA Phil/Hollywood Bowl, Center Theatre Group (Big River, Boheme on Broadway), the Music Center of Los Angeles County (Spotlight Awards), as well as 15+ shows for Los Angeles’ Deaf West Theatre. In 2024, Meredith toured with the LA Phil and Deaf West’s Fidelio to Barcelona, Paris and London. Meredith has been the PSM for the annual musical at the Hollywood Bowl since 2006. She has been on the faculty of the Department of Theatre & Dance at Cal State Los Angeles since 2001, and the Chair of the Department since 2017. She is happily empty nesting between gigs now that her twin boys, Hunter and Ryan, are both off to college. This production has been a labor of love, started because mom said she should do it.  If Mom were still here, she would have loved every second of it.

Evan A. Bartoletti (Scenic Designer, USA 829) is a Los Angeles based, award-winning designer with years of experience doing scenic and live event design. Recent work includes the premiere of Four Women In Red by Laura Shamas at The Victory Theatre Center, Crevasse by Tom Jacobson for Son of Semele and the new musical Tiny Little Town for Theatre Movement Bazaar. He has taught scenic design at a number of CSU schools, most recently at Cal Poly Pomona, and he provided the scenic design for Funnyhouse of a Negro produced by the CSULA Department of Theatre and Dance in 2019. He is thrilled to be working again with Meredith, the students and the entire department on Fiddler on the Roof.

Karyn Lawrence (Lighting Designer) is a theatrical and entertainment lighting designer as well as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance at Cal State LA. Selected regional/local theater credits include Center Theatre Group, South Coast Repertory, La Mirada Theater, East West Players, Boston Court Pasadena, The Pasadena Playhouse, International City Theatre, Antaeus Theatre Company, A Noise Within, Ebony Repertory Theatre, and Arizona Broadway Theatre.  She is the resident lighting designer for the New Swan Shakespeare Festival in Orange County. In addition to lighting for the stage, she is Radiance Lightworks’ lead lighting designer for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood.  www.kdlightingdesign.com

Martín Carrillo (Sound designer) designed Pig Iron Theater Company’s seminal original works Cafeteria andTragedy of Joan of Arc (1998 cover of American Theatre) before moving to Los Angeles to pursue composing and design for larger stages. He went on to Design Festival of the Lion King at Hong Kong Disneyland (2005). LA theatrical credits: Eric Whitacre’s Paradise Lost (Ovation Award 2007). Baby It’s You (NAACP Award 2010), Gifts of the Spirit (Broad Museum 2019),. He designs the Broad Museum’s Happenings Series 2016-Present featuring concert systems for Terrence Martin, Cory Henry, Quincy Jones, Perfume Genius, Kim Gordon, Miho Hatori, Richard Hell, Clipping, Ryan Heffington, Limpopo, Jeff Ziegler, Paola Prestini, Thundercat, Bora Yoon, Kid Congo Powers, Kamau Daaood and many others. In 2019, he collaborated with Ren Klyce, Dangermouse and Karen O on Lux Prima: the Encounter. Carrillo is currently a proud member of the faculty at Los Angeles County High School of the Arts. He is proud to make this his first CalStateLA Production season!

Bethany Tasi (Master Electrician/Assistant Choreographer) is a third-year Theatre Major at Cal State LA who enjoys working both onstage and behind the scenes. She choreographed the musical number Hard to Be the Bard in Something Rotten and later served as the choreographer for The Good Person of Setzuan. Bethany also worked as Assistant Choreographer alongside Melissa Schade for Airness. She is excited and grateful for the opportunity to serve as Master Electrician for the first time and looks forward to continuing to expand her technical theatre and collaborative production skills. Bethany would like to thank her professors and mentors for their trust and guidance.

Aki Yamamoto (Assistant Lighting Designer) is a sophomore at Cal State LA working on their Theatre major with an emphasis in Design and Production. This is the second production he has worked on at Cal State LA, but the first in which he is involved with lighting. Previously they worked on This Land as the Makeup Designer. Aki is excited to be able to be a part of more productions in the future, and would like to thank his professors, family, and Phoenix for supporting them.   

Cindy Campos (Props Lead) is currently a senior at Cal State LA, working towards her B.A. in Theatre with an option in Design and Production. She is a student worker for the department doing carpentry and scenic painting and serves as the current Props Coordinator. She has been the lead props designer for almost every show since she arrived on campus – most recently on Continuity. Her past jobs include working as Prop Designer for Boston Court Pasadena: Measure, Still For Measure, The Body's Mission Night, and A Going Away Party. Cindy is a proud alum and graduate of East Los Angeles College Theater Arts program, having won a Meritorious Award for Heart of the Art from KCACTF for her Prop Master work on The Skin of Our Teeth. 

Alex Esparza (Prop Artisan) is at Cal State LA majoring in Theater with a focus on Design and Production. His love for theater during his high school years sparked his interest in mastering the arts in scenic/props. He is always eager to learn and face any challenge that comes along the way. His goal is to pursue his career in technical theater to become a respected prop master working for theater and TV/film. Credit includes Heisenberg (Skylight Theater), My Brother’s Keeper (Boston Court), The SpongeBob Musical (East Los Angeles College) , The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (East Los Angeles College). Here Lies Love (Mark Taper Forum). Oklahoma (El Portal Theater) Eléctrico (Casa 101). 

Ngan Ho-Lemoine (Stage Manager) is a Los Angeles–based stage manager and a Theatre major at Cal State LA. Her credits include: Stage Manager: John Lion New Play (Cal State LA), Four Women in Red (Victory Theatre), Yellow Face (The Wayward Artist); Assistant Stage Manager: LA County Holiday Celebration 2025 (The Music Center), Beauty and the Beast, Hair (Cypress College); Production Assistant: Jesus Christ Superstar (Hollywood Bowl). Fiddler on the Roof is her first musical as a Stage Manager. She is deeply grateful to her husband for his unwavering support, to her mentors Meredith and Morgan for their guidance, and to her cast and ASM team for their dedication and care.

Nova Luna (Assistant Stage Manager) is their second semester at Cal State LA as a transfer student, majoring in Theatre focused on production and design. Stage Management credits include: Wedding singer (Los Angeles Valley Community College), Rent (Theatre 68) and Assistant Stage Manager on Sister act. (Morgan-Wixson Theatre). Nova’s goal is to gain more experience to become a professional stage manager.  They would like to thank their mentors at Cal State LA for helping her their goals.

Maddy Wong (Assistant Stage Manager) is a fourth-year Theatre student with an option in Performance. This will be Maddy's fourth production at Cal State LA, and her first musical as an ASM! Previous theatre credits include, most recently, Airness as an Assistant Stage Manager, and Crumble from the 2025 John Lion New Plays Festival, playing the character Grace. Maddy would like to thank her professors for all the opportunities she’s been given to explore this craft she loves. She is so grateful for her friends and family who continue to encourage her to chase her dreams. She loves you guys, CSULA Intervarsity! Enjoy the show, and mazel tov! 

Mia Hagooli Bolanos (Dramaturg) is excited to be a student dramaturg for Fiddler on the Roof! Mia is a senior majoring in Psychology with a minor in Theatre. She is currently writing a thesis on unrequited love. Past theatre credits include running crew for Cal State LA's ¡Celebramos! and costume management and design for Lincoln Middle School's Peter Pan, Matilda, Beauty and the Beast, and Frozen. In her free time, Mia enjoys running her chapter of the nonprofit Binky Patrol and taking walks with her dog. A huge thanks to Dr. Dunn for her mentorship and wisdom and her family for their support always.