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Thank you for attending the World Premiere of
Mona Lisa Missing! The Musical!
5X GRAMMY®-nominated Composer David Arkenstone, along with Fringe Veteran Steven Vlasak, Musical Theater Legend Wayne Moore, and Director Christopher Strand, will transport Hollywood Fringe audiences to 1911 in Paris, France, with Mona Lisa Missing! The Musical! The world’s most famous painting has been stolen from the Louvre, feared missing forever. Luckily, while skulking in Paris after instigating the Spanish-American War, Hearst yellow journalist Karl Decker sets out to redeem his tarnished reputation by cracking the Mona Lisa case.
Along the way there’s singing, can-can, butting heads with France’s Sherlock Holmes Police Inspector Louis Lepine, and uncovering the beginnings of love and redemption with an aspiring Italian artist coincidentally named Lisa. Discover what happens when these larger-than-life personalities converge to illuminate Paris, the City of Light. Premiering at Hollywood Fringe Festival on June 7th at 8pm, Mona Lisa Missing! The Musical! will have a total of five performances.
While not on tour or composing music for World of Warcraft, David Arkenstone has been busy bringing the streets of Paris to life with his captivating music for Mona Lisa Missing! David is a recording artist and multi-instrumentalist with over 2 billion streams worldwide, 70+ albums, film and TV scores, audio drama score, NBC Sports themes such as The Kentucky Derby, and recent recipient of the World Entertainment Award for Best Instrumental Album for his 2024 release Quest For The Runestone. David is known for taking listeners on a musical adventure with his genre-bending compositions of cinematic, world music, neo-classical, new age, and Celtic.
Now adding musical theater to his repertoire, David Arkenstone says: "It was super fun creating music for a period show! Very proud of my long-time friend Steven Vlasak, whose script bubbled with colorful characters, intrigue, and joie de vivre. There's wonderful challenges that come with making music for a staged musical, which I happily embraced. Don't want to spend too much time in my comfort zone...."
Song List
1. La Belle Epoque
2. When In Paris
3. The Two Cent Tour
4. I Am The Marquis
5. Mona Lisa Missing!
6. Beauty, Truth, Illusion
7. A Photograph Of The Soul
8. (This Might Be) A Love Song
9. Oui Oui We Can Can
10. Kissed By Mistinguett
11. Another Shot Of Absolution
12. Lisa
13. Lisa’s Lament
14. The Right Track
15. Set The Record Straight
16. The Bells Of Notre Dame
Music by David Arkenstone and Wayne Moore
Book/Lyrics by Steven Vlasak
Who's Who
Cast
Jordan Mullins
Lisa Florentina
Alison Sinclair
Mistinguett
Oliver Rotunno
Pablo Picasso
Michael Gabiano
Louis Lepine
Valerian Ruminski
Eduardo Valfierno
Ross Brooks
Vincenzo Peruggia
Glory Chase
Ensemble
Chad Anderson
Karl Decker
Valerian Ruminski
Eduardo Valfierno
Michael Taber
Ensemble
Cameron Lopez
Ensemble
Christopher Strand
Andre Salis
Creative Team
David Arkenstone
Composer
Steven Vlasak
Book/Lyrics
Wayne Moore
Music/Lyrics
Christopher Strand
Dialogue/Lyrics/Director/Andre
Christine Vlasak
Costume Design
Meet the Company
Jordan Mullins
Lisa Florentina
Jordan grew up in beautiful East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia before moving to Chicago to pursue comedy. Over the next 8 years, Jordan studied at The Second City and iO Theater, performing at various venues around town. Jordan makes up 1/3 of the weirdo sketch comedy group, Attic Fever, where she writes, acts, co-directs, composes music, and creates her own SFX makeup. Jordan now lives in Los Angeles with her husband, best friend, and their two dogs. She is so excited to be part of this year’s Fringefest and for people to experience DISROBED- the sweetest lil naked play you’ll ever see!
Alison Sinclair
Mistinguett
Sinclair is thrilled to step into the heels of Mistinguett this summer! A lifelong dancer with a deep love for vintage-inspired song & style, Sinclair has spent years channeling golden era glamour through her work in Los Angeles and beyond. When she’s not performing or teaching, she’s producing her own sultry jazz revue, Venus in Velvet in downtown LA. With a flair for sass and sparkle, Sinclair is delighted to bring this legendary diva (back) to life.
Oliver Rotunno
Pablo Picasso
Oliver Rotunno (Pablo Picasso) is an actor, singer, writer, producer, horse trainer, and cat dad. He was last seen at HFF in “The Rabbit Queen”, (St. Andre), “Public Domain” (Oedipus Rex), “The London Rose” (Edward). He is on Hulu Oxygen in "Buried in the Backyard" and "As The Village Sleeps". Other stage credits: “Romeo and Juliet” (Romeo and Mercutio), “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” (Francis Flute), “Two By Two” (Japheth), “The Ride” (Tyler), and the national tour of "Musical Thrones" (Jon Snow). He also works as a singing waiter at Miceli’s Italian Restaurant. He holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Roosevelt University, where he appeared in “Hair” and other productions. IG: @oliverrotunno
Michael Gabiano
Louis Lepine
MICHAEL GABIANO (Actor) Has performed on stages in 46 US states, premiered multiple new works in NYC, LA, regional theaters, and been seen on television, film, and commercials. NO MATTER WATT SILVER marked Michael’s first HFF performance! Most recently seen in the world premiere of LISTING at Theatre Forty, and The Braid’s OUT LOUD! Also with The Braid: Sex, Addiction & Love in the 21st Century, and Saved by a Showtune, which he also wrote; part of The Braid’s acclaimed StoryNosh series (YouTube). NYC Theatre: World premieres of Awaken the Wolves (Spotlight On/New Village Productions), Steven McElroy, director; The Amazing Colossal Thing (Vital Theatre Co.), David Hilder, director. LA Theatre: The Man Who Came to Dinner (Group Rep), Bruce Kimmel, director; Hillary and Monica (Argus Productions), Joel Zwick, director; Reunion (Blackhart Productions), Kay Cole, director; Saturday Night at Grossinger’s (TheatreWest), Susan Morgenstern, director; Naked Christmas (P6/Celebration Theatre), Jonathan Levit, director. Film: Sam Hu’s Last Day, Never Say Macbeth. Television: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, General Hospital, Days of our Lives, and Sean Saves the World. Michael holds a BA in theatre from Western Connecticut State University and is represented by MINC Talent.
Valerian Ruminski
Eduardo Valfierno
Valerian Ruminski is a native of Buffalo NY and a graduate of The Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia PA. He made his Metropolitan Opera debut as Zuniga in Carmen. He has performed at Carnegie Hall a number of times, most recently in the Mozart Coronation Mass in 2024. Even though opera is his primary art he has also embraced Musical Theatre rep and performed in Carousel, South Pacific and sings the American Songbook including Sinatra melodies as well as songs of Anthony Newley, Sammy Davis Jr and Robert Goulet. He can be heard on the New World Records release of Victor Herbert Songs and will be singing a pops concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra in 2026. Also a professional voice over artist he can be heard in the 2024 release of the animated film Little Emma. In film, as an actor, he will be featured as Dionysius in the UCLA release of 'Dionysius,Wine and Drama' in 2025. Mr. Ruminski is a Lincoln Center Martin Segal Award Winning artist, he has appeared on PBS in the Richard Tucker Gala twice and will be appearing at the Blackwater Festival in Shannon, Ireland for a production of Don Giovanni in May 2026.
Ross Brooks
Vincenzo Peruggia
I’m an actor, writer and director from Nashville out here to break into the biz like everyone else. I ran a progressive theatre company in Nashville for four years and produced original works every season. I’ve got an original musical I staged in Nashville that I’d like to develop out here. Looking forward to meeting people in LA’s theatre scene!
Glory Chase
Ensemble
Glory Chase (Ensemble) is an LA-based actor making her Fringe debut. She is a third year Acting major with a minor in Creative Writing at California Institute of the Arts. Glory also is a singer, writer, dancer, and director with twelve years of artistic experience. A few past performances include The Fourth Fold (Genla), Morountodun (Wura), and Marvello and the Technicolor Technician (Tasha). Special thanks to her family, friends, and fellow cast and crew! Instagram @glorychase
Chad Anderson
Karl Decker
Chad Anderson (Karl Decker) An actor/singer originally from Minnesota, trained in New York City, and now calls LA home. Professional credits include: "7 Brides For 7 Brothers" (Gideon), "The Producers" (Ensemble), "Jesus Christ, Superstar" (Simon Zealot/Thomas), "Footloose" (Garvin), "Cinderella" (Ensemble), "Joseph...Dreamcoat" (Levi/Ensemble), "Encore" (Disney cast member at DisneySea in Tokyo, Japan). Other credits: "Into the Woods" (Rapunzel's Prince), "A Funny Thing...Forum" (Senex). Trained at AMDA in NYC. He has won acting awards at multiple film festivals since moving to LA and is enjoying the adventurous journey! Love to my family and friends. @mr.chadanderson
Valerian Ruminski
Eduardo Valfierno
Valerian Ruminski is a native of Buffalo NY and a graduate of The Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia PA. He made his Metropolitan Opera debut as Zuniga in Carmen. He has performed at Carnegie Hall a number of times, most recently in the Mozart Coronation Mass in 2024. Even though opera is his primary art he has also embraced Musical Theatre rep and performed in Carousel, South Pacific and sings the American Songbook including Sinatra melodies as well as songs of Anthony Newley, Sammy Davis Jr and Robert Goulet. He can be heard on the New World Records release of Victor Herbert Songs and will be singing a pops concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra in 2026. Also a professional voice over artist he can be heard in the 2024 release of the animated film Little Emma. In film, as an actor, he will be featured as Dionysius in the UCLA release of 'Dionysius,Wine and Drama' in 2025. Mr. Ruminski is a Lincoln Center Martin Segal Award Winning artist, he has appeared on PBS in the Richard Tucker Gala twice and will be appearing at the Blackwater Festival in Shannon, Ireland for a production of Don Giovanni in May 2026.
Michael Taber
Ensemble
Michael is thrilled to be performing at the Hollywood Fringe! As a California native and graduate of San Diego State’s Theater B.A. program, Michael has had a passion for the arts since childhood. He began performing at age 7 in Children’s Theater and studied privately: Voice with Denise Dumeyer and Jan Ritschel, Dance at various studios including Center Stage and Jimmie DeFore. At age 11, Michael had the honor of being in Falsettos at Cal State Fullerton as Jason, a role which mirrored trying middle school. Attending both OCHSA and APA, Michael thrived performing and choreographing. He had the privilege of studying Shakespeare at BADA in Oxford, England; experiencing not only Shakespeare but also its history and culture. Post college, Michael began acting in Film/TV and commercials. Training with The Groundlings, Howard Fine, Laurie & Diane Hull, Lainie Kazan, and Alice Carter. Theater credits: Produced Toyer (Peter) VC Theater, The Little Dog Laughed (Alex) Morgan Wix. Theater, The Taming of the Shrew (Gremio) LB Shakespeare, Gypsy (Tulsa) CCPA, Hello Dolly (Barnaby) Downey CLO, Les Mis.(Pimp/Courfeyrac) MTW, The Secret Garden (Archibald) at the Edinburgh Fringe. Film/TV credits: Jax & James, Petroleum Highway, Disaster L.A. (Syfy), A Reason To Sing. Michael is currently a Teaching Artist with Segerstrom’s ‘Arts Teach’ and ‘DMIS’ programs, is certified in 500 RYT Yoga and loves inspiring others to express themselves through his ‘Arts in Schools’ programs: ‘Creating a Play’, ‘Tai Chi Dance Fusion’, ‘Kid’s Quest for Shakespeare’ and more
Cameron Lopez
Ensemble
Cameron Lopez (Ensemble) Kansas born- LA-based actor making his Fringe debut. A graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) MFA Program. Cameron has performed in regional theaters all across the United States. Some past performances include, appearing in the world premiere of “A Great Wilderness” by Samuel D. Hunter at the William Inge Theater Festival, “The Glass Menagerie” at the Bud Walton Theater, “Children of Eden” at Opera in the Ozarks, “Hamlet: The Prince of Denmark” with the Savannah Shakespeare Company, and in “Castle In The Sky” with the Under The Rose Productions at the Oviatt Building Penthouse in downtown Los Angeles.
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Christopher Strand
Andre Salis
Christopher is an LA native, but has been in Nashville since 1995, working primarily as an actor, but also directing shows for Big Bawl Baby Prods., including Women of Manhattan, and Waiting For The Parade. As an actor, he has appeared with John Slattery in the PBS Masterpiece TV movie “A Death in The Family," with Dolly Parton in the Lifetime Movie “Blue Valley Songbird," and most recently as “Chrissy’s Dad” in Season 4 of Stranger Things. He can also be seen as Viggo in the upcoming theatrical release of the independent film “The Lightning Code.”
David Arkenstone
Composer
DAVID ARKENSTONE is a 5X GRAMMY® nominated recording artist and multi-instrumentalist. With over 2 billion streams worldwide, 70+ albums, film and TV scores, audio drama score, gaming scores for World of Warcraft, and NBC Sports themes such as The Kentucky Derby, David’s music has become the soundtrack to millions of listeners’ lives around the globe. Known for genre-bending compositions, David remains ever passionate about taking audiences on a journey, creating sonic tapestries that evoke every emotion. davidarkenstone.com
Steven Vlasak
Book/Lyrics
Steven Vlasak has been helping put on shows, one way or another, for most of his career. He’s worked in film, stage and television production in creative development for Academy, Grammy, Tony and Emmy Award winning companies in both the states and abroad, contributing to the creation and production of dozens of feature films, TV series and live stage shows. He now works as a creative producer and project consultant. Check out his full bio, credits and writing samples at www.StevenVlasak.com
Wayne Moore
Music/Lyrics
Wayne's credits include:
Musical Direction: “I Love Lucy: Live On Stage” (L.A. and The National Tour), “Merry-Go-Round” – the new Sherman Bros. musical (The Colony Theater), “24 Hours: A Rock Musical” (Stella Adler Theatre), “Dvorak In America” (Whitefire Theater,) and “Madly In Love” (Odyssey Theater).
Original Musicals: “There‘s No Place Like Hollywood“ (Stella Adler Theatre), “Freeway Dreams” (The Gardenia), “I Know I Came In Here For Something” and “The Real Desperate Housewives” (Taconic Playhouse, New York.)
Christopher Strand
Dialogue/Lyrics/Director/Andre
Christopher is an LA native, but has been in Nashville since 1995, working primarily as an actor, but also directing shows for Big Bawl Baby Prods., including Women of Manhattan, and Waiting For The Parade. As an actor, he has appeared with John Slattery in the PBS Masterpiece TV movie “A Death in The Family," with Dolly Parton in the Lifetime Movie “Blue Valley Songbird," and most recently as “Chrissy’s Dad” in Season 4 of Stranger Things. He can also be seen as Viggo in the upcoming theatrical release of the independent film “The Lightning Code.”
Chris is thrilled to be back in LA for Mona Lisa Missing! and grateful to David and Steven for letting him hitch a ride on their wonderful show!
Christine Vlasak
Costume Design
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