Charlie Bauer

Charlie Bauer (Alex) is thrilled to be making his debut at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. He holds a BFA in Acting from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and, since graduating, has relocated to Los Angeles, where he has been actively pursuing his career in film and television. Most recently, Charlie worked on a long-running network comedy series and appeared in the short film Do You Need A Third?, set to premiere in the coming months. His previous theater credits include Ken in Red, Bassianus in Titus Andronicus, and Kinesias in Lysistrata. Charlie is deeply grateful to be part of this production of Arguments! and for the many conversations, moments, and arguments with loved ones and peers that helped him bring Alex to life.

Nikki Marie

Nikki Marie is elated to be back at the Fringe! An actor, producer, and artist, she is Minnesota-raised and fervently self-taught. They draw inspiration from philosophy, films, and poetry, and can be found also performing burlesque, writing music, and editing videos. She's passionate about getting ideas off the ground and into completion, and is co-creator of the production company Small Burden Productions.

Notable credits: 2nd AD (Hartbeat Studios/Sundance); Production Coordinator (Black Rifle Coffee Co.); Producer (Family Jewels); Assistant Director (Much Ado About Nothing/Small Burden);  "Cory" in Private Eyes (Theatre Palisades); "Sophia" in The Super Trio (Hollywood Fringe 2024); Goo Goo Dolls Music Video, "Korrow" in Tabletop: The Musical (MB Stage); "Sam" in Sober Housemate Wanted (Minnesota Fringe Festival); "Helena" in A Midsummer Night's Dream (GREAT Theater); "Wendy" in Peter Pan (GREAT Theater). Thank you to Devin for all the endless support, and EC for being her other creative half.

Spurgeon Rice

Spurgeon Rice is a Los Angeles based pianist/keyboardist and composer. He draws inspiration from diverse musical styles from his experience in both the Classical and Jazz worlds, with an extensive Classical education studying works by composers such as Liszt, Messiaen, and Albeniz, and experience with playing and studying diverse styles of Jazz such as music by Chick Corea, Wayne Shorter, and Esperanza Spalding. He earned his masters of music in both Piano Performance and in Music Composition at California State University, Los Angeles, and he has been selected numerous times to perform as a piano soloist at “Concertofest Europa” in Vienna, Austria, including most recently premiering a new composition “Elegy at the gate” by composer John Lanier. Spurgeon is involved with exploration of new musical expressions, especially in the realm of microtonality, using novel instruments such as the “Lumatone.”

Spurgeon is also passionate about music education, having taught piano for more than 10 years. He aspires to share his love of music with his students, helping them find their own musical voice and helping them develop skills to express themselves musically.

Aric Kline

Los Angeles based trumpet player Aric Kline leads an active career as a chamber musician, orchestral trumpet player, jazz musician, and advocate of new music.

Aric can be heard as Principal Trumpet of the San Gabriel Valley Symphony, Principal Trumpet of the Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra, Split Lead Trumpet in contemporary big band Sicnarf, as well as numerous indie film scores, such as the short film M.I.R, written and directed by Liam Sherman.

Past his role as a performer, Aric is proud to be a private trumpet teacher of 12 years. Through his private trumpet studio, Aric has become a passionate educator and mentor that looks to foster a sense of wonder and joy for all of the students he has the privilege of working with.

When he isn’t playing or teaching the trumpet, Aric can be found screenwriting, directing, acting, and testing out new recipes. To hear a few of Aric’s recent projects, check out the newly released Sicnarf Ep A Clever Bit, and keep your ears ready for Good Time Brass’ upcoming recording of A Cosmic Perspective.

Evelyn-Claire Smith

Director and writer based in Los Feliz, this is EC's third Fringe and her debut as a playwright. Besides her stage credits, EC is an avid poet, musician, and cinefile. Stay tuned for news about upcoming projects with Small Burden Productions, and check out her website to see her daily writing practice. It's such an honor to be surrounded by such a supportive and talented team, she is endlessly grateful for their hard work and dedication to making her vision come to life. Thanks to the Smith family for all they do, and thanks to Nikki Marie for her unfathomable faith and love. Cheers, smokers!

Nikki Marie

Nikki Marie is thrilled to be back at the Fringe! When she's not acting or backstage, she enjoys writing poetry and performing burlesque. She's passionate about getting other people's ideas off the ground and into completion, and is co-creator of the production company Small Burden Productions.

Film: 2nd AD (Hartbeat Studios); Production Coordinator (Black Rifle Coffee Co.); Producer (Family Jewels). Theater: "Cory" in Private Eyes (Theatre Palisades); "Sophia" in The Super Trio (Hollywood Fringe 2024); "Korrow" in Tabletop: The Musical (MB Stage); "Sam" in Sober Housemate Wanted (Minnesota Fringe Festival); "Helena" in A Midsummer Night's Dream (GREAT Theater); "Wendy" in Peter Pan (GREAT Theater). Thank you to Devin for all the endless support, and EC for being her other creative half.

Mina Kess

This is her second Fringe but her first time ever braving the production side of theatre! She would do anything for these people, and has had so much fun seeing the backstage side of things, but she misses being home with her dog. This play has been a labor of love that could not have been accomplished without a few cigarette breaks, but remember there is no smoking in the theater tonight. Thank you.

Devin Harris

Devin Harris is a Los Angeles-based Lighting Designer, Stage Manager, Technical Director, and Technician. He graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in technical theater. You can find him freelancing around Los Angeles or in some seedy comedy club, working on his tight five. He's very excited to be back at the Zephyr for another year of Fringe! Selected credits include: Clara Vs Infinity - Eight Ball Theatre, Much Ado About Nothing - Small Burden Productions, That's Hot - Independent Theatre, The Altruist - The Group Rep, Once Upon a Mattress - Carrie Hamilton Theatre, Hoy De Ti - Meraki Theatre, and a million more he can't remember. Special thanks as always to Mom, Dad, Maya, and Nikki! Enjoy the show!