Lori Coleman

Lori Coleman was last seen on the main stage as Dawn in (deep breath) “The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society's Production of Macbeth”, where she got to give the Porter’s speech while mildly concussed. She made her directing debut in 2024 with both Shakespeare and the Gaslight Teens in “As You Like It”. Thank you to Christopher’s leadership and vision, and the cast with friends both old and new, for the fantastic time and for letting me live to the end of a tragedy!

Kayla Beech

Kayla is thrilled to be part of Christopher McDaniel's directorial debut, it has been an enriching experience. This is Kayla's third year to participate in the annual Shakespeare production, and her 10th Gaslight production overall. Kayla enjoys being with her Gaslight family and delights in all aspects of participating: from being a lead character to a memorable cameo, dancing in the ensemble, being an assistant director, running lights and even bar tending the productions she can't fit into her schedule. Kayla wishes to thank her mom Ole Carol for always supporting her and being a wonderful Nana to her 4 energetic children.

Brendon Arnold

Brendon Arnold is making his Shakespearean debut as "Captain" in this production. Previously seen in Spamalot, Brendon is honored to be a part of this talented ensemble and to help bring Chris's inspiring vision to life in his directorial debut.

Curtis Crandall

Curtis Crandall is excited to be in the season opener, “King Lear” as the Doctor. He was last seen as Mr. Feldzeig in “The Drowsy Chaperone.” This is his second Shakespeare production and looks forward to more. He’d like to thank the director for the opportunity to be in the show and his family for encouraging him.

Lily Loughman

Lily Loughman has been doing theatre since kindergarten. She started with Drama Camp, and is excited to be in her 7th Shakespeare show. She is thankful to Chris for giving her this opportunity to play this amazing role- and she finally gets to die on stage.

Venson Fields

Venson Fields was born and raised in Enid, Oklahoma. He is a huge fan of The Arts in all their forms and has appeared in many Gaslight Theatre plays and musicals. "My definition of Art is passionate emotions recollected in cool tranquility. I love Art in general as a relatable commentary on the human condition and theatre specifically as a chance to express emotions that reality won't allow."

Chad Swanson

Chad Swanson is a native of Woodward, OK and a graduate of OSU. Formerly of OnStage Woodward, Chad has featured in Gaslight Theatre since 2018. He last appeared as Lucentio in The Taming of the Shrew, and directed April 2025's Centennial Celebration of The Great Gatsby. Chad would like to thank this excellent cast and crew, as well as his brilliant wife Charlet for her love and support.

Alex Johnson

Alex Johnson is happy as always to be a part of Shakespeare at Gaslight. Originally from VA, he worked with the Richmond Shakespeare Company from 2015 to 2018. Since moving to Enid, he has appeared in many Gaslight productions. Recent roles include Gatsby in The Great Gatsby, Petruchio in Taming of the Shrew, and the French taunter in Spamalot. He will be directing Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus in the Turpin Theatre this coming January. All the love to his wonderful wife Bailey, to his cast mates, and to his cats.

Bethany Montgomery

Bethany Montgomery is excited to be in her first ever Shakespeare production, alongside such a wonderful cast and crew! She has been a part of the Gaslight for a little over a year, previously appearing in SPAMALOT and earlier this year in The Great Gatsby. She is married to the hunky Colin Montgomery and has enjoyed sharing the stage with him in so much of this production.

Lee McDaniel

Lee McDaniel began his acting journey with Green Day’s American Idiot, then went on to do Spamalot and The Drowsy Chaperone with The Gaslight Theatre. This is his first Shakespeare production, and he is thrilled to be a part of such a stellar and talented cast. He would like to thank his father for the opportunity, as well as congratulate him on his directorial debut!

Scott Garnand

Scott Garnand is excited to be apart of his first Shakespeare production as the Gentleman. He is thankful for his wife and two daughters who have allowed him to indulge in a summer of theatre.

Jean-Rene White

Jean-Rene' White is a retired veteran currently living in Enid. He has been a professional actor for 9 years now, and for 5 of those years he has enjoyed being active with the wonderful artists at the Gaslight Theatre.

Angela Gallagher

Angela Gallagher makes her Shakespeare debut in King Lear, her first time on stage since 2021. Some of her favorite acting credits include Susan in [title of show], Germaine in Picasso at the Lapin Agile, Shelby in Steel Magnolias, Angie Graziano in Breaking Legs, and Miss Scarlet in Clue. More often found on the production side, she has held the title of Assistant Director/Choreographer for musicals such as [title of show], Mamma Mia!, Mary Poppins, Green Day’s American Idiot, Once, and Monty Python’s Spamalot. Angela also serves as the Executive Director of Gaslight Kids Drama Camp. She gives her sincerest gratitude to this cast and crew for the warm welcome into the world of The Bard, and for their unwavering support and encouragement.

Nathan Parry

Nathan Parry professes to be no less than he seems. He thanks his wife, Jassie, for her love and support while he's been away for yet another Gaslight production. Nathan has enjoyed bringing Kent to life alongside his friends and talented cast.

Colin Montgomery

Colin Montgomery is thrilled to be returning for another production of Gaslight's Shakespeare in the Park...in the Theater. Born and raised in Olympia, WA, Colin moved to Enid in the Fall of 2021. He was previously Brave Sir Robin in SPAMALOT, Tranio in Taming of the Shrew, and Mr. Wickham/Lady Catherine in Pride and Prejudice. Thanks to this cast and crew for being so supportive and encouraging of each other. Thanks to the director, Chris McDaniel, for putting together such an incredible cast, and trusting us with his vision. Most importantly, thanks to my insanely talented wife, Bethany, thank you for your love, support and encouragement. It's been such a blessing sharing the stage with you.

Nora Ezzell

Nora Ezzell is a freshman at EHS and is very excited to be in her 5th Shakespeare show. She was last seen in a White Christmas but has since directed and been in the tech booth. She is especially thankful to both her amazing director and her family.

Khiem Nguyen

Khiem Nguyen (Oswald) - Gaslight Theatre: "The Great Gatsby" (Nick Carroway), "Rent" (Squeegee Man), "Into the Woods" (Narrator/Mysterious Man), "Chicago" (Mary Sunshine).

Bailey Wilson

Bailey Wilson began her theatre journey as a Gaslight Teen in 2010 with a performance of The Actor's Nightmare, since then, she has been involved in numerous productions and projects. Some of her favorite acting credits include Cassius in Julius Caesar, Estelle Dulaney in No Exit, Extraordinary Girl in Green Day's American Idiot, Jo March in Little Women, and Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby. Some of her directing credits include Hamlet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Arsenic and Old Lace. "Thank you for being a supporter of the Arts in Enid; we could not do this without patrons like you."

Annabelle Hamilton

John Okoroma

John was an Ensemble actor and dancer in The Great Gatsby. He was a Crew Member in White Christmas.

Grayson Toland

Grayson Toland is excited to be a part of his first Shakespeare play! He is a 7th grader that loves to act at the Gaslight theater. This will be his 7th performance with the Gaslight. He would like to thank Christopher McDaniel for including him in this wonderful experience.

Scarlett Amaya Lewis

Scarlett Amaya began acting long before she remembers. This past month, she's been settling into Oklahoma, and is so grateful to be a part of Gaslight Theater's productions. While in the pacific, she was awarded two gold and three silver medals for acting in Japan and Korea. Her most recent role has been Alyssa from "The Prom", but she's played a wide range of characters, even making her directoral debut with "A Midsummer Night's Dream". Now, she's thrilled to join the Gaslight Theater family's adventures!

Aaron Mayfield

Christopher McDaniel

Christopher McDaniel has a passion for the stage and all things theatrical arts. This is his first time Directing at the Gaslight Theatre, and the first time directing one of his children, his youngest, Lee McDaniel. He is honored and humbled to be in this position, and around so many talented actors and technicians. He thanks his amazing cast for their support and their unbelievable input during this process.. Why King Lear? Yeah, he wonders that too. The simple answer is that he loves Shakespeare and the tale of Lear resonates. He thanks his wife, Lorinda McDaniel, for putting up with the long theatre hours and diminished family time, and knows that he couldn't do it without her support.

Erika Christner

Erika Christner is thrilled to be back assisting with the annual Shakespeare production at Gaslight. This is her 4th production as assistant director. When she is not at the theater Erika runs an Academic nonprofit called OAAC. Erika would like to thank Chris for brining her onto his directorial debut!

Ashley McConnell

Ashley McConnell has been a part of the Gaslight family for 6 years both on and behind the stage. She was last seen onstage in the ensemble of The Drowsy Chaperone. She’s very excited to be able to be a part of Chris’s directorial debut and is so proud of what he’s accomplished!

Kegan Tuohy

Kegan Tuohy is a loan officer at Cowboy Bank. He last played his trumpet at Gaslight 14 years ago in the summer musical, “1776”. Fun Fact: Kegan played the lead in the Gaslight Teens’ production of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” in 2007.

Karen Loughman

Karen Loughman has been playing the flute since 3rd grade (that's many years). She's had the opportunity to play symphonic, jazz and rock, but this is the first time she's been able to participate in live theater- and Shakespeare no less! She's thankful to Chris for giving her this opportunity, and to her family for their patience while she figured it out, sour notes and all.

Lee McDaniel

Lee McDaniel began his acting journey with Green Day’s American Idiot, then went on to do Spamalot and The Drowsy Chaperone with The Gaslight Theatre. This is his first Shakespeare production, and he is thrilled to be a part of such a stellar and talented cast. He would like to thank his father for the opportunity, as well as congratulate him on his directorial debut!

Thomas Schulenberger

Zane Schulenberger

Whitney Hall

Whitney Hall was last in the booth for Great Gatsby and enjoyed supporting the Drowsy Chaperone. She is excited to light King Lear as the exciting start to the season!

Justin Blasier

Studying at Full Sail University and drumming professionally for almost 25 years... Justin has the skill, ear, and abilities to record, mix, master, and produce your music on top of being a world class live and studio drummer. Drumming, Mixing, Engineering, and Assisting on many projects including: Robert Allen, Lisbon, The Peachtrees, Backstage Pass, and more! Justin owns and operates Blasier.Pro LLC along with his wife Taylor. They create a variety of media content for many brands and organizations in Oklahoma.

Heather Palmer

Heather has been an active Gaslight member since 1998. When she's not making silly Facebook Reels or making Gaslight buttons for the lobby, you might find her stage managing, directing, or making props that look good enough to eat.