Pride, Prejudice & Promposals

Lex Bentley

As both a theatre kid and a major swiftie (their favorite song is “Wonderland” and favorite album is “Lover”!!!), this is Lex Bentley’s dream show. Although, it is not their first with Orlando Fringe; you might have seen them as The Witch in 000 Production’s “Who mothered the corpse…?” (2023 Patrons Pick) or at Fringe Artspace as Rue in Phoenix Tears Production’s “Ophelia”! When not at Orlando Fringe, you can find them performing at Universal Orlando and Legoland Florida Resort. Lex would like to thank not only their family and friends for the constant love and support, but they would also like to thank Taylor Swift; because she is definitely reading this… anyways stream The Tortured Poets Department!

Isabel Bernal

Isabel Bernal is a graduate from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Theatre Studies and a minor in Dance. Most recently you may have seen her as Mimi Marquez in Rent at the Athens Theatre. Other past credits include Lucille/ Elf Ellen in Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (Orlando Family Stage), 54 at The Renaissance Theatre, Sarah Sanderson in Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret, Vanessa in In the Heights (Theatre West End), Andrea Adams in Gorgeous! (The Renaissance Theater), and Chorus/Magdalena in La Medéa (The Renaissance Theater). She would like to thank her family and friends for their continuous love and support.

Cesar De La Rosa

Cesar De La Rosa is an Orlando producer, singer-songwriter and seasoned entertainer. Previous Fringe shows include “Go Fish,” “Bitch, Perfect!,” “Gorgeous,” “Arden” and possible other shows that he can’t remember because of his frequent trips to the Fringe Beer tent. In Orlando, Cesar collaborates with some of the world’s leading entertainment companies, including Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Cesar thanks Kelly, Zach, the Van Dyke clan, and hopes you sing along to the songs in this show (especially the last two). @cesardelarosamusic

Dakota Hemberger

Dakota Hemberger is thrilled to be involved with fringe again! You may have seen him in last year’s production of The White Lotus Orlando. Dakota also currently performs at Disney and at the Renaissance Theatre Company. Previous theatre credits include; Hello Dolly, Rocky Horror Show, Bodyguard the musical, Legally Blonde the musical, and many more, Dakota would like to dedicate this performance to his obsess Taylor Swift bestie Caly!” Favorite T. Swift song - "Slut."

Justin Jimenez

Justin Jimenez is extremely excited to be returning to Orlando Fringe Festival with Pride, Prejudice, and Promposals. Orlando fringe is one of Justin’s favorite times of year, and had been apart of the festival since 2019 with the original musical “From Here”. Recently he has also directed and designed the makeup for two of orlando’s biggest halloween events which snagged them a 2024 W.A.V.E award. Highlights include u/s Patrick and Larry the lobster in SpongeBob the Musical at Orlando Familu Stage, Angel in Rent, and Indio in West Side a story. You can catch Justin this summer making their Off Broadway Debut with “From Here” at the Pershing Square Signiture Theatre. Justin gives thanks to God above all, His family, his SIX Qweens, and to Donald Rupe, and everyone at the Ren for there endless love, support and encouragement. Love always wins! ig @takenleft

Sarah Matthews

Sarah E. Mathews has performed at Orlando Shakes, Orlando Family Stage, CFCArts, and Mad Cow Theatre. She spent a decade in NYC, hoofing it as an actor and improvisor. She is so grateful to this incredible cast and crew, and to her family. If, like Principal Bingley, you'd like to learn more about promoting and empowering our LGBT community, check out local organizations like The Center Orlando. For Michelle. @sarahemesss Favorite T. Swift song - "Anti-Hero."

Amie McGaha

Amie McGaha is thrilled to be making her Orlando Fringe Festival debut! Originally from Tennessee, Amie has performed all over in states such as Iowa, Texas, and more! Most recently, she appeared as May in June B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells at Orlando Family Stage. You can also catch Amie performing this Fringe at the Brown Venue in Becoming Santa. Many thanks to the mastermind Zach for fulfilling her wildest dreams to shake it off with such an amazing talented cast! Current Favorite Taylor Swift songs: “Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve”, “right where you left me”, and “So Long, London”

Sean McKinley

Sean McKinley is a Philadelphia native who is ecstatic to make his Orlando Fringe debut in PP&P (and Tanabata: A New Musical)! Recent credits include Tick Tick Boom (Celebration Theater Company) and Heathers (mad Theatre of Tampa). Sean graduated from USF with a PhD in clinical psychology in 2021 and is currently a staff psychologist at the Orlando VA Medical Center. Sean is a self-described “temperate Swiftie,” and his favorite Taylor Swift song is "Mine."

Dani Montalvo

Dani Montalvo is super thrilled to be making her Orlando Fringe Festival debut! Although she is not a Swiftie, she is a die-hard Pride and Prejudice fan and promises she’s not actually a mean girl in real life. She was last seen in Nosferatu this past Halloween season as Lilith at the Renaissance Theatre Company, and some of her other favorite stage credits include The Ren’s 54, La Medea (Celiana), In the Heights (Carla), West Side Story (Anita), and La Cage Aux Folles (Anne). She sends so much love and appreciation to Zach for this opportunity and friendship, to everyone in her village that helps keep the wheels turning, and to Omar and Luca, who are the best parts of every day. Also, catch her in another Fringe show, Sit at the Bar by Casey Tregeagle, at the Ren! Instagram: @danisaboysname

Fredy Ruiz

THEATRE: Gomez Addams in Addams Family, Emcee in Cabaret, Guido in Nine, Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show, Sebastian Valmont in Cruel Intentions the Musical, Pablo in Native Gardens, Usnavi in In the Heights, Adolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone. Fredy’s performing career has traveled him around the world, but when he is home in Orlando, Fredy is a regular at Universal Orlando and performs at Disney World. Fredy thanks his friends and family for their support. Insta: @thefredyruiz

Peter Vargas

Pedro Vargas, has worked in theme park entertainment since 2008. Toured with Feld entertainment Disney Live and Sesame Live. Performs frequently with Renaissance theatre with most recent being No3feratu. White lotus was his first fringe show and is excited to be in his second one this season! Favorite Taylor song Don’t blame me, duh.

Erin Wentley

Erin is very excited to be a part of Pride, Prejuidice + Promposals for her second Fringe! She recently performed with Universal Orlando during Halloween Horror Nights as the Snake Lady Beast in the Jungle of Doom scarezone. Erin has been dancing for 17 years and trained at Ready, Set, Dance in Gotha, FL, as well as UNCSA for a summer intensive. Her favorite Taylor Swift song is Welcome to New York! Erin wants to thank her partner Jacob, their cat Bowie, and her parents for always supporting her.

Zach Van Dyke

Zach is so happy to act like he is 10 years old again gathering the neighborhood kids to put on a show. It's been a while since he's done anything like this. He directed Godspell at Theatre Downtown over 11 years ago. He would like to thank his wife and best friend of 23 years, Kelly and his six kids - Oliver, Atticus, Alice, Prynne, Huck & Digory.

Cesar De La Rosa

Cesar De La Rosa is an Orlando producer, singer-songwriter and seasoned entertainer. Previous Fringe shows include “Go Fish,” “Bitch, Perfect!,” “Gorgeous,” “Arden” and possible other shows that he can’t remember because of his frequent trips to the Fringe Beer tent. In Orlando, Cesar collaborates with some of the world’s leading entertainment companies, including Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Cesar thanks Kelly, Zach, the Van Dyke clan, and hopes you sing along to the songs in this show (especially the last two). @cesardelarosamusic

Cara Seguin

Cara Seguin is thrilled to be back at Fringe festival and working with her old college pal once again. Cara previously worked with Zach on Godspell here in Orlando and produced her own Fringe Festival show, Angels in America the Epic Modern Dance Ballet in 2010. Currently she is a mom, theatre enthusiast and Realtor. Thank you to this amazing cast for letting me get creative again, period.

Caroline McKinney

Caroline is so excited to be returning to the fringe festival as a Stage Manager in her uncle Zach’s musical debut! She is so excited to be a part of this Taylor Swift themed musical and sing along to her favorite songs and do her favorite thing!

Megan Witte

Megan Witte is a dancer and choreographer from Minnesota. This is their first time stage managing a production and they are excited to have had the opportunity to step into a new role in the theatre world.