as KATURIAN

Trevor is delighted to collaborate on THE PILLOWMAN with Lumen Rep. Born in Aberdeen, Scotland, he holds a BA in Theatre Arts from Marymount Manhattan College. New York City credits include Tennessee Williams' THE PINK BEDROOM (Theatre Row), directed by Matthew Lillard; Mark Antony in JULIUS CAESAR (Hudson Warehouse); and WHERE'S MY MONEY? (Cherry Lane Theatre). Regional credits include RHINOCEROS (Limelight Theatre; Best Play Broadwayworld Jacksonville); VENUS IN FUR (Wolfbane Productions), and MOTHERS AND SONS (A Classic Theatre). Trevor has appeared on ABC's ONE LIFE TO LIVE, and in the indie romcom APRIL FLOWERS streamable on Apple TV. 

as TUPOLSKI

Lumen Rep audiences have seen Kate McManus in Cadillac Crew, The American Dream, and No Exit. Last year, she appeared in The White Chip with Players by the Sea and directed The Baltimore Waltz at The 5 & Dime. She also creates short films and works in commercials, television, and independent film. She’s thrilled to return to Lumen Rep for The Pillowman.

as MICHAL

Katie is a multi-passionate artist and creator.  She is an active member of the local film and theatre communities.  You may remember her from previous Lumen productions as Mother Miriam in Agnes of God and Mommy in American Dream.  When she is not busy working on a creative project, Katie can be found leading tours around Jacksonville, hosting storytelling events, teaching kids yoga, running her own life coaching business, and serving as the Guest Relations Coordinator for Lumen Rep. You can follow her adventures on and offstage @katiejohnstonwellness.

as ARIEL

Daniel Austin (Ariel) is grateful to join Lumen Rep for this production. Stage credits: Something Rotten!, Clue, Peter and the Starcatcher, Mame, (Theatre Jacksonville), Assassins (The 5 & Dime), Angels in America, HAIR, (PBTS), Merrily We Roll Along (ABET), and others. Directing credits: Small Mouth Sounds, How I Learned to Drive, Puffs (T5&D), Pippin, Desperate Measures (TJ), Circle Mirror Transformation (MOCA Jacksonville), and more. He co-directed Play On!, currently playing at Theatre Jacksonville. Best Actor (Folio Weekly). Host:“Hometown” (WJCT). Daniel teaches and directs shows at The Bolles School – Go Bulldogs! He thanks this incredible team and his adoring partner Ron.

DIRECTOR & DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST

Josh is an ardent proponent of professional arts in this region. He co-founded Lumen Rep with Brian and Kristin, and they have employed 110+ professional artists 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 cold, hard cash — visit his website at jaxheadshots.co, and follow him on social media — @joshuabrittonandrews @jaxheadshots #PayThePros

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR & PRODUCER

Brian is a multidisciplinary creative originally from Nashville, TN, where he founded People’s Branch Theatre. A longtime member of Actors’ Equity Association and the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, he has worked as an actor, director, writer, designer, and producer in scores of professional theatre productions. His training includes Anne Bogart’s SITI Company and work in Tadashi Suzuki’s methods of physicality. He now serves as Artistic Director of Lumen Repertory Theatre in Jacksonville, FL, where he was honored with the 2025 Arts Innovator Award from the Cultural Council of Jacksonville. Brian is also Professor of Humanities and Theatre at St. Johns River State College and a PhD Candidate in Humanities.

PRODUCTION DESIGNER AND TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Tyler Hammond is an actor, designer and director in North Florida. He is also a card holding member of The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, local 115. Recent production credits include: A Moon for the Misbegotten (Director, Scenic Designer), American Buffalo (Co-director, Technical Director), Shakespeare Sampler (Technical Director), Good People (Scenic Design), Bakersfield Mist (Scenic Design), 9-5 (Lighting Design), Wait Until Dark (Director, T.D., Lighting Designer, Sound Designer), No Exit (Master Carpenter), and many more.

STAGE MANAGER

Originally from El Paso and where she fell in love with not acting but the black clothing of the tech world.  She states there is nothing better than creating a world out of some wood, paint, fabric, lighting, and music. It has been an honor working with Lumen Rep the last 3 seasons. As a stage manager she finds joy in creating a family with each new cast and crew and seeing actors' transformation 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 who she loves and is amazed by daily. She would like to thank Abigail and family for support and more importantly God for blessing her every day. 

PRODUCER

Noah Bennett is a performer, educator, and playwright. He holds an MFA from The Ohio State University and a BA from the University of Florida. His solo work, The Phil Mitchell Radio Hour—a dark comedy about an evangelical radio host broadcasting live during the Rapture—earned an ArtsATL Critics Pick and recently completed runs at The Tank in New York City and Asheville Fringe Arts Festival, with a Jacksonville run coming June 2026. Noah serves on the board of directors at Lumen Repertory Theatre and teaches at Florida State College at Jacksonville. His work is meant to be experienced, not consumed. Learn more at officialnoahbennett.com.

ASST. STAGE MANAGER & NEXTGEN STUDENT ASST. DIRECTOR

Allison Williams is thrilled to be working on The Pillowman, which is her favorite play of all time! Allison is a senior in high school at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, where she studies musical theatre. Upon graduation, she plans to study theatre/film production and performance in college. The Pillowman is her first professional theatre credit. She hopes you love the show as much as she’s loved bringing the story to life!

ASST. STAGE MANAGER

Drew is excited to be working once again with Lumen, this time as stage manager on this challenging and thought provoking production. Most recent productions include Lumen Rep’s American Buffalo and Harlon & Bronna Jump Out The Window.

ASST. STAGE MANAGER

Julissa “Julie” Nolasco is delighted to return to the theatre world after a years-long hiatus and is excited to serve as Assistant Stage Manager for The Fever. Her previous theatrical credits include Almost, Maine, 12 Angry Jurors, A Patch of Earth, and Stalking Ottis Toole: A Southern Gothic. Julie was also a recipient of a theatre scholarship at Florida State College at Jacksonville. In recent years, she has remained active in the Jacksonville arts community through Party Princess Productions and has also explored on-camera performance in local advertising. She extends her sincere gratitude to Lumen Rep and is excited to continue her journey back into theatre.

COSTUME DESIGNER

Laurén is delighted to be part of another production with Lumen Rep. Previously she had the honor of costuming Harlan and Bronna Jump Out The Window. She is a proud member of IATSE, local 115, as wardrobe and seamstress, working on numerous Broadway productions. Her favorite role however will always be Mom to Nova.

LIGHTING DESIGNER

This is James’s second Lumen Rep show. James has been designing and rigging lights in Jacksonville since 1996. He owns River City Productions.

VIDEOGRAPHER

Matthew Veeder is a Jacksonville-based video producer and storyteller. He specializes in documentary and TV production. He is also the proud husband to Lindsey Veeder and Father to Lily Veeder.

PROPS

Heather Goliber is a passionate designer deeply influenced by her artistically talented family. She developed her love for the arts through deaf studies program at RIT/NTID, working with director Bruce Alverson "The Last Dance", set design/construction expert Phillip Graneto. After graduating, she moved to New Jersey, where she supported local theaters in various roles. Later, she relocated to Massachusetts, involved as a backstage mom with "Spotlight Studios" and "Centerstage Dance Academy." Now in Florida, she continues to showcase her creative skills as a Props Designer, Assistant Stage Manager and more in community theaters around Ponte Vedra Beach and Jacksonville.