as TEACH

David is happy to be back at Lumen Rep after appearing as Peter in last summer’s Zoo Story. He was founder and Artistic Director of Mockingbird Theatre, and later Executive Artistic Director of Tennessee Repertory Theatre.

David appeared as Bucky Dawes in the television series Nashville for its six seasons. Other screen credits include The Good Fight (CBS), The Blacklist (NBC), and The Last Castle (DreamWorks). His seventy-odd professional theatre roles include recent credits as Mr. Marshall in the Broadway revival of Little Foxes, and Billy in the premiere of Donald Margulies’ Long Lost. His critically acclaimed one-man performance of Truman Capote’s A Christmas Memory has been a holiday staple in Nashville since 1995.

David currently serves as Visiting Professor of Acting at Baldwin Wallace University near Cleveland, Ohio.

as BOBBY

Josh is an ardent proponent of professional arts in this region—even when other local institutions are not. A graduate of the now-disbanded Jacksonville University Acting program, Josh co-founded Lumen Rep with Brian and Kristin, and they have been creating professional productions since 2022. He would like to extend his heartfelt gratitude to the Lumen Rep team, as well as to the many donors, patrons, designers, fellow artists, board members, and volunteers who help make Lumen Repertory Theatre a reality for Northeast Florida. Finally, Josh thanks his close friends, his family, and his Lydia for their unwavering love and support.

Offstage, Josh is a pro photographer and would love to do your headshots in exchange for money — visit his website at jaxheadshots.co, and follow him on social media — @joshuabrittonandrews @jaxheadshots #PayThePros

as DONNY

Brian is a multidisciplinary creative hailing from Nashville, TN where he served as the founding Artistic Director of People’s Branch Theatre and enjoyed the career of a fledgling artist.

In addition to being an actor, director, writer, designer, and producer in scores of professional theatre productions, Brian now serves as Artistic Director for Lumen Rep Theatre. He is also Professor of Humanities and Theatre at SJR State, and adjuncts in acting, philosophy, and theology at several other universities. He holds degrees in Theatre Arts & English Literature (BA), Theology (MA), and is a PhD Candidate in Humanities.

GRAPHIC DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY

SET DESIGN & PROPS

Claire is grateful that she is able to continue working with incredibly talented people in the many theaters throughout the city. Most recent productions include: The Cake (Director - PBTS); VINCENT (Lumen Rep); The Royale (5 & Dime); Opposite of Normal and Lady Day (PBTS); Thurgood (Theater Jax); Alice in Wonderland and Radio Golf (ABET).

It's been a joy working with the cast and crew of American Buffalo. Big thanks to Lumen for the opportunity and the community for their support.

CO-DIRECTOR & TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Tyler works as a technician and rigger with IATSE Local 115. Recent production credits include: Wait Until Dark (Director, lighting and sound designer), Tuck Everlasting (sound designer, sound board operator), Kitchen Witches (lighting and sound designer), The Trouble With Traditions (lighting, scenic, and sound designer), Othello (master carpenter), The Music Man (crew chief), Hands on a Hardbody (scenic designer), All My Sons (scenic designer), Burn This (Pale), and Little Miss Sunshine (co-lighting designer).

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Originally from New York, Katie first came to Jacksonville to earn her BA in Theatre Arts from Jacksonville University. She has performed professionally on stages along the East Coast and in Los Angeles, and now calls Jacksonville home. She is proud to be an active member of the local film and theatre communities. When she is not busy working on a creative project, Katie spends her time running her own life coaching business. She loves to foster her passions for storytelling, connection, growth, and collaboration both onstage and off.

LIGHTING DESIGNER

Carl has been a dedicated designer, production manager, and technical director in North Florida since 2008. With extensive experience across a diverse range of productions—including theatre, musical theatre, dance, opera, and live events—he has established himself as a versatile and skilled professional in the performing arts community.

His design work has been featured in numerous organizations within the St. Augustine arts scene, including First Coast Opera, Limelight Theatre, Flagler College, and several area high schools. A 2011 graduate of Flagler College with a degree in Theatre, specializing in design and technical production, Carl continues to contribute to the region’s artistic landscape.

ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER

Audrey is excited to join Lumen Rep for the production of American Buffalo this 2025 season as an assistant stage manager and assistant technical director. She is a Jacksonville local and currently works as a carded member of IATSE Local Chapter 115, specializing in rigging, but has extensive experience in all departments. She has previously worked on the Broadway touring production of Back to the Future: The Musical as an advanced carpenter and, in previous years, has volunteered with Players by the Sea.

CO-DIRECTOR & SOUND DESIGNER

COSTUME DESIGN

Camala is co-owner of The Costume Crew, a local company specializing in theatrical costume design. Known for her innovative style and bold use of color, recent credits include Carmen (Jacksonville Symphony), Twelfth Night (FSCJ DramaWorks), and Hansel & Gretel (UNF Opera). She has been Resident Costume Designer at the Alhambra Theatre since 2010, with favorites like Hairspray, Beauty and the Beast, Elf, and My Fair Lady. Since 2006, she has worked with young performers through The Summer Musical Theatre Experience, designing shows like Newsies, Cats, Cinderella, and Peter Pan. This marks her third production with Lumen Rep, and she is grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such a talented and inspiring group of artists.

STAGE MANAGER

Originally from El Paso, she fell in love not with acting, but with the black clothing of the tech world. She states that there is nothing better than creating a world out of wood, paint, fabric, lighting, and music. It has been an honor working with Lumen Rep for the past three seasons. As a stage manager, she finds joy in creating a family with each new cast and crew, and in witnessing the actors' transformations throughout the show.

She worked at the El Paso Playhouse for several seasons until she moved to Jacksonville. She took time off to raise her daughter, Abigail, whom she loves and is amazed by every day. She would like to thank Abigail and her family for their support—and, most importantly, God for blessing her every day.

ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER

Brianna grew up in Orlando, FL, inspired by her sister’s stage performances and a love for storytelling. Initially drawn to acting, she soon fell in love with the behind-the-scenes magic of theatre. Since middle school, she has been deeply involved in technical theatre, where her passion has only grown. That passion led her to pursue a degree in Theatre Arts with a focus on Technical Theatre at Jacksonville University. She was recommended for this production by a professor. She’s proud to join the Lumen family, continuing a journey fueled by curiosity, care, and a deep appreciation for the details that bring theatre to life.