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Cast
Parker Herzog
Landlord, Bob, Ensemble
Megan Frederick
Bass Guitar
Graham Vink
Keyboard 1
Will Friesen
Drums
Loni Moger
Lead Guitar
Kate
Ensemble Guys and Dolls
Russ Bischoff
Ensemble/Fred/Senator Adams/Flasher
CHAD A ABRAHAMSON
Edward Lewis
Tyson Smith
Spotlight Operator
Laurie Brown
Costume Designer
Becca Vonkrosigk
Company
Tabitha Jones
Ensemble
Russ Bischoff
Ensemble/Fred/Senator Adams
Dylan Ringguth
Company
Marvin. Lyle Turner
Set construction
Joanne Ryan
Vivian
Ethan Landygo
Giulio
Mark Sorestad
David Morse
Janice Sorestad
Erica/Gwen/ensemble
David Bacica
Stuckey/Alfredo
Karen Shale
Company
Randy Leslie
Director, Light & Wig Design
Ashlyn Wasyliuk
Backstage Crew
Julie McCarthy
Ensemble/Amanda
Payton Bischoff
Violetta/Ensemble
Blaise Edmonstome
Ensemble
Anna Jacyszyn
Kit DeLuca
David Fung
Happy Man/Mr. Thompson/Mr. Hollister
Victor De Feo
Ensembe
James Affleck
Ensemble
Skylar Naiman
Scarlett/Company
Keegan Martin
Six String/Company
Creative Team
Breanna Mills
Choreographer
Spencer Bach
Music Director
Jordyn Richter
Crew
Abigail Dehod
Stage Manager
Darren Scuffi
Crew
Kieran Cline
Crew
Kate
Spot Operator
Meet the Company
Ethan Landygo
Giulio
Ethan is so excited to be in the regional premiere of Pretty Woman! Ethan has literally grown up on the stage this being his 9th year of being on the stage. His previous Credits include Grease (Doody), The Producers (Carmen Ghia) and most recently Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Mike Teavee). When not on the stage you can also see him as the now coined "Little guy running around the theatre". Ethan works full time here at KAS as the Associate Artistic Director, and even has a few directing credits under his belt. He would like to thank his Family for their everlasting support and Randy Leslie for believing in him and the opportunities that are to come. See Ethan next as Evan in Dear Evan Hansen this June. Enjoy!
Keegan Martin
Six String/Company
Keegan is very ecstatic to be marking his 30th Credit in Theatre and this year Marks 10 years since he started his journey. Notable roles since then include The Phantom in Phantom of the Opera, Action in West Side Story, Thénardier in Les Miserables and many more. Keegan can be seen in his final Jr class production as Beetlejuice in Beetlejuice jr and in YPCs Upcoming Production of Carrie. He can also be seen in the MainStage shows in Guys And Dolls, Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, and Disney’s Frozen. Keegan thanks his parents, Randy and the whole KAS team for their support. When not in the show He can be seen as a Runner/Server in the Kitchen. Enjoy the Show and Welcome to Hollywood
Skylar Naiman
Scarlett/Company
Skylar is excited to start this new year off with a bang being apart of this bold and bright show! On top of performing, she also stage manages, teaches children’s classes, and performs as a part of the young performance company. You may have seen her recently as Violet in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and you can see her next in Dear Evan Hansen (Zoe Murphy). Enjoy the show!
James Affleck
Ensemble
James is thrilled to be in his second MainStage show to kick off the KAS 2026 season! You may also know him from his previous shows with the Young Performers Company! Fresh off his MainStage debut in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James hopes to rise up here at the Kelowna Actors Studio! James has always had a passion for acting, and hopes to make it a long term career, and he’s just getting started! Enjoy this spectacular show that is Pretty Woman!
Victor De Feo
Ensembe
Victor is excited to be performing on the KAS stage once again. Returning after getting married, he’s looking forward to singing and dancing for you once again. Look out for him in Frozen later this year as well!
David Fung
Happy Man/Mr. Thompson/Mr. Hollister
David is thrilled to be part of bringing this iconic story to the stage for the first time in Canada! He is grateful for the opportunity to work alongside a stellar cast, crew and creative team. Look for him next as Harry the Horse in Guys and Dolls!
Anna Jacyszyn
Kit DeLuca
Anna is delighted to return to the stage for this Canadian premier. honing her vocal ‘rock chops” to the dynamic score is both thrilling and challenging. As an accomplished jazz vocalist Anna loves to take on roles that hone diverse artistry. From Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard to Donna Sheridan in Mamma Mia, she believes she is a stronger vocalist and better actor, thanks to the trust of KAS , cast and creative team, for camaraderie and inspiration. “. I dedicate this performance to dreamers to Never Give Up On A Dream”!
Blaise Edmonstome
Ensemble
Blaise joined KAS in 2026 for the ensemble role in Pretty Woman. They have previously appeared in multiple stage productions and are passionate about continuing to grow as a versatile performer.
Payton Bischoff
Violetta/Ensemble
Payton is so excited to be apart of this big, huge, production of Pretty Woman. She has been with the Kelowna Actors Studio for almost a decade, and is so thankful for all the opportunities she has been given. You may have seen her before as Johanna in Sweeney Todd, Mrs.Bucket in Charlie and the chocolate factory, or Patty in Grease. Payton also has recently moved up to teaching kids classes this summer. Look for her next in Guys and Dolls (Ensemble), Carrie (Margaret), Priscilla Queen of the desert (Diva) and Frozen (Elsa).
Julie McCarthy
Ensemble/Amanda
Julie is beyond overjoyed to join the KAS cast and particularly her daughter Joanne Ryan, for the third time.
Past KAS credits include Tanya in Mamma Mia and ensemble/Dora Bailey/Miss Dinsmore in Singin' in the Rain.
A few faves from the past: Roxy in Chicago, Daisy Mae in L'il Abner, Rosie in Bye Bye Birdie, Nurse Ratched in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
She hopes you love seeing Pretty Woman half as much as she loves being in it.
Ashlyn Wasyliuk
Backstage Crew
Ashlyn Wasyliuk has been a member of The Kelowna Actors Studio for six years and is excited to be part of her second mainstage production. She is a member of the Young Performance Company (YPC) and is playing Jenny in their upcoming show, CARRIE: The Musical and currently assistant-teaches three children’s classes each week. Ashlyn is grateful for the opportunity to continue learning, performing, and supporting young artists at the Studio. Enjoy the show!!!
Randy Leslie
Director, Light & Wig Design
Randy Leslie is the Artistic Managing Director and co-founder of Kelowna Actors Studio, where he has been creating bold, entertaining, and emotionally rich theatre for over two decades. As a director, actor, and educator, Randy is known for his dynamic storytelling, strong musical instincts, and love of big, joyful theatrical moments.
His directing credits include Sweeney Todd, The Da Vinci Code, Singin’ in the Rain, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Matilda, and Amadeus, among many MainStage and youth productions. He brings a cinematic eye to the stage, pairing spectacle with heartfelt character work.
As a performer, Randy has appeared in standout roles such as Max Bialystock (The Producers) and Molina (Kiss of the Spiderwoman), with additional acting credits including Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Man of La Mancha.
His work has earned multiple theatre awards and nominations for both directing and performance, and he is the recipient of Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Award for his significant contributions to the community.
With Pretty Woman: The Musical, Randy is thrilled to dive into a world of romance, glamour, powerhouse vocals, and irresistible fun—bringing this iconic love story to life for Kelowna audiences alongside the incredible artists who make Kelowna Actors Studio feel like home.
Karen Shale
Company
Karen is excited to be in this funny and touching musical, alongside a multi-talented crew and production team.
Past roles include Mrs. Phelps in Matilda and Mrs. Gloop in Charlie and the Chocolate factory.
Look for her next in the iconic Guys and Dolls plus Priscilla Queen of the Desert and in the meantime, believe in your dreams!
David Bacica
Stuckey/Alfredo
David is thrilled to be performing in the Canadian premier of Pretty Woman the Musical. His acting credits include roles from his home on Vancouver Island as well as roles from KAS's 2024 season, including Waitress, Singing in the Rain, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat & Sweeney Todd.
Janice Sorestad
Erica/Gwen/ensemble
As a long-standing fan of the movie Pretty Woman, Janice is delighted to be included in this production! Last year Janice got to eat a lot of diner pie, escape a lunatic asylum and get murdered by a crazed monk. She looks forward to what this year holds and will next be seen in Guys And Dolls as a straight laced General hoping to save as many souls as possible! And, as always, thank you for your continuing support for KAS. We couldn’t do this without you!
Mark Sorestad
David Morse
Mark remembers very well the release of the film Pretty Woman. It was sometime after the invention of the cotton gin and around the same time as Depeche Mode’s “Enjoy the Silence”, both of which he recalls with great fondness. He was last seen as a French detective in “The Da Vinci Code”, and will be again enforcing the law in the upcoming “Guys and Dolls”. He thanks his wife and dance partner for her support.
Parker Herzog
Landlord, Bob, Ensemble
Parker is extremely excited for his first main stage production in Pretty Women. He has been singing from a very young age and worked in multiple choirs throughout schooling (KSS) gaining the opportunity to perform with the Canadian Tenors as well as various acting roles in school productions. He is looking forward to see what the future brings with the Kelowna Actors studio and is extremely honored to be working with all the amazing cast members and the ever insightful directing team, also look for him later this season as Jimmy In Priscilla Queen of the Desert this summer.
Joanne Ryan
Vivian
Joanne is thrilled to step into the big huge role of Vivian Ward. Celebrating over 30 years in musical theatre, her recent KAS credits include Jenna in Waitress, Sophie in Mamma Mia, Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, and Kathy in Singin’ in the Rain. In honour of this classic film, we have Joanne’s headshot from 1990—the year Pretty Woman was released, and the same year she, then in kindergarten, would have watched it on an airplane. At the time, she thought the movie was about hoop earrings and shopping; revisiting its themes as an adult with the cast and creative team has been both exciting and challenging.
Marvin. Lyle Turner
Set construction
Special thanks to the production crew cause without their imagination I could not build the set that brings the show to life . Also thanks to all the people that help me along the journey to opening day . The show has an amazing cast and crew . Enjoy the show
Dylan Ringguth
Company
Dylan is so excited to be part of her first MainStage show! Although this is her first MainStage show, she has been part of numerous kids classes and recently joined The Young Performance Company, which is preforming Carrie in June. She has had an amazing time being part of this cast, she hopes you enjoy the show!
Russ Bischoff
Ensemble/Fred/Senator Adams
Russ is absolutely thrilled to be part of Pretty Woman the Musical. This show isn’t just big for him — it’s HUGE. From the high-energy music to the street-savvy swagger of this wildly talented cast, this production has been an absolute joy from the very first rehearsal. Russ is beyond excited to share the stage with such a dynamic group of performers and to invite audiences along for the ride.
In Hollywood, everyone’s got a story — lights, dreams, and all — and we can’t wait for you to see this one shine.
Tabitha Jones
Ensemble
Tabitha Jones is an 18-year-old who has been involved in theatre for most of her life, both onstage and behind the scenes. Pretty Woman: The Musical marks her first-ever MainStage production at the Kelowna Actors Studio. This milestone represents an exciting new chapter in her theatre journey. A well-versed member of KAS, Tabitha loves every moment she spends in the theatre and hopes you enjoy this glamorous production—it’s a story worth falling for.
Becca Vonkrosigk
Company
This is Becca’s one of Becca’s favourite movies and the musical definitely does it justice, she is very excited to join this production of Pretty Woman the Musical. She loves this show and knows you will too! Her previous shows include Les Miserables, The Phantom of The Opera, Harry Potter and The Cursed Child, Into the Woods and Hadestown. Becca is extremely grateful to everyone involved in this production. And hopes you enjoy the show!
Laurie Brown
Costume Designer
Award winning fashion and costume designer Laurie Brown is proud to spend another lap around the sun with the KAS team and continue to add her expertise to the stage. From headlining runway shoes to the winner of STITCHED Season 1 Episode 6, Laurie is a must watch fashion designer with runway performances that push limits and keep you on the edge of your seat. With nearly 20 years of experience in the industry, Laurie has worn many hats and rubbed shoulders with many talented folk along the way. From ink-infused evening gowns, looks that literally change on the runway, over a decade on set in film and photography, to custom bridal and ready to wear, she loves to catch the attention of the least interested person in the room. Laurie loves bringing the ordinary and extraordinary to life before your eyes, and she looks for to another year ahead to wow you!
Tyson Smith
Spotlight Operator
Tyson is thrilled to be a part of this amazing production of Pretty Woman!
What an amazing show to kick off the 2026 season, enjoy this wonderful show!
CHAD A ABRAHAMSON
Edward Lewis
Chad is delighted to step into the very expensive shoes of Edward Lewis in Pretty Woman. Known for his charm, comedic instincts, and occasional dramatic intensity, Chad has spent years romancing audiences onstage. Favorite roles include Leo Bloom (The Producers), Quasimodo (Hunchback), and Sweeney Todd. When not playing billionaires, he’s an educator and lifelong theatre devotee. He thanks the creative team, cast, friends, family, and his lady for indulging his leading-man era—at least for this run.
Russ Bischoff
Ensemble/Fred/Senator Adams/Flasher
Russ is absolutely thrilled to be part of Pretty Woman the Musical. This show isn’t just big for him — it’s HUGE. From the high-energy music to the street-savvy swagger of this wildly talented cast, this production has been an absolute joy from the very first rehearsal. Russ is beyond excited to share the stage with such a dynamic group of performers and to invite audiences along for the ride.
In Hollywood, everyone’s got a story — lights, dreams, and all — and we can’t wait for you to see this one shine.
Kate
Ensemble Guys and Dolls
Hey I‘m Kate! I’m 18 and grew up in Germany. I’ve lived Theater for longer than I can remember and am super excited to help out in the background and on stage.
Loni Moger
Lead Guitar
Musician, Arranger, Composer, and Educator. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Berklee College of Music where he studied Guitar, Voice, Composing and Arranging.
Born and raised in Saskatchewan and Alberta, Loni is delighted to call Kelowna home for the past 15 years. Equally at home in a wide variety of musical styles from Blues to Jazz to Funk, Rhythm
and Blues, Pop and Country. He has extensive experience accompanying singers, which is a specialty he particularly enjoys. A few of Loni’s performing credits include shows with P.J. Perry, Tommy Banks, Campbell Ryga, Joe Auty, Bob Rogers, The Swinging Bovines and Moe Kaufman. He has even opened shows for San Franciscos
“Tuck and Patti” and the legendary “Bo Didley“
Will Friesen
Drums
Will Friesen is a drummer/percussionist and high school music teacher, currently at Mount Boucherie Secondary School in West Kelowna. His credits in musical theatre reach back to Music Directing and Acting in W.L. Seaton High School shows as a teenager. During years in Vancouver, he played drums for many theatre companies, including Stanley Park’s Theatre Under the Stars. From 2022-24, he music directed three productions at Kelowna Christian School, including High School Musical and Frozen Jr. He is excited to be a part of his first KAS production!
Graham Vink
Keyboard 1
Graham Vink is a busy performer, teacher, and coach in Kelowna BC with music degrees from the Universities of Calgary and Toronto. He performs regularly as a collaborative pianist with soloists, vocal groups, small ensembles, theatre companies, and the OSO. On top of this, he keeps a busy home studio of 45 students a week.
Megan Frederick
Bass Guitar
Megan Frederick has been actively performing and teaching music for the past 25 years. She has toured all across Canada, worked as a studio musician, performed for various CBC Radio Canada and Télé-Québec programs, and participated in the FrancoFolies Festival, as well as various festivals throughout Western Canada. Megan is the recipient of the 2020 Prime Minster’s Award for Teaching Excellence, and the 2021 BCMEA Outstanding Educator Award. She is an active member of the BC Interior Jazz Festival Committee, Griffin Music Society, and works hard to support the arts and music education in the Okanagan.
Breanna Mills
Choreographer
Breanna is thrilled to be choreographing Pretty Woman! She has been thoroughly enjoying stepping into this role on the creative team and is excited for audiences to experience the musical adaptation of the well-loved film. Breanna is no stranger to the stage and has been singing, dancing and performing for the majority of her life. You can catch her back on stage performing in Little Shop of Horrors (Chiffon) later this year. Breanna would like to thank Randy for this opportunity and the many mentors who have supported her love of musical theatre and dance. Enjoy the show!
Spencer Bach
Music Director
Spencer is so excited to help bring this new musical to our Kelowna stage - what a treat it was to work on this score with such a fabulous cast, crew, creative, and tech team. Bravo everyone - what a stellar start to our season! Much love to Jo, Deslyn, Cole and Richard.
Jordyn Richter
Crew
Jordyn is so excited to help put on this show as this is her first time helping backstage in a MainStage! She has been with Actors Studio for almost 6 years now and couldn’t be more excited for everyone to see this phenomenal performance!
Abigail Dehod
Stage Manager
Abigail is twenty-three and this is her ninth year working at the Kelowna Actors Studio. She started as crew and worked her way up to Stage Management in 2021. She also works on production and Programming for Mainstage Productions and Kids Classes. Just this year she joined as an assistant teacher for Beetlejuice Jr and YPC’s production of Carrie. Her previous show credits include Sweeney Todd as Deputy Stage Manager and Charlie and The Chocolate Factory just last year. Next, she’ll be Stage Managing Dear Evan Hansen and Priscilla Queen Of The Desert.
Darren Scuffi
Crew
Darren has always found working backstage to be a joyful and rewarding experience over the years and is excited to step back behind the scenes to help make things run smoothly once again. It's truly an honour to work with such lovely and admirable members of the KAS team/family. After Pretty Woman, you will see him back on stage as a "wise guy" in Guys and Dolls!!!
Kieran Cline
Crew
Kieran is a first‑year computer science student at UBCO with a long‑standing passion for theatre. He has worked on crew for three other productions in Toronto and is excited to be joining Kelowna Actors Studio for the first time as part of the crew on Pretty Woman.
Kate
Spot Operator
Hey I‘m Kate! I’m 18 and grew up in Germany. I’ve lived Theater for longer than I can remember and am super excited to help out in the background and on stage.
