Paradise Lost

Originally from the trees and lakes of Muskoka, Ontario, Isaiah is a Toronto-based actor, singer, songwriter, and stage-combat enthusiast. Having been involved in a number of shows and improv troupes (including 3 nationally competitive teams) during his time in cottage country, Isaiah spent two years studying acting and theatre history at York University before making the shift to George Brown Theatre School. He is very excited to continue working and studying techniques of acting and stage-combat in both theatre and film. His selected George Brown highlights include: Gerald (A Woman of No Importance) Don Pedro (House of Desires) Cassius (Julius Caesar) Dauphin (Saint Joan) and the Dragon (Planet Munsch). Isaiah has nothing but endless praise and thanks to give to his family, friends, and instructors at George Brown Theatre School.
Instagram: @isaiahwc 

Adrian hails from Oakville, Ontario and is excited to be performing in his final year at George Brown Theatre School. For as long as he can remember, the arts have always been a part of his life; from his beginnings in community theatre to professional productions, Adrian continues to pursue his passion as an actor. Before George Brown Theatre School, he had studied Dramatic Arts at Brock University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts. Some of his favourite roles include: Pantalone (Pantalone’s Palace), Nicholas (One for the Road), John Worthing (The Importance of Being Earnest), and Archbishop (Heresy of Love). Adrian would like to thank his family and friends for their unyielding love and support.

Aidan is a Toronto-based actor, part-time singer, and full-time goof, originally from London, Ontario. She is so honoured and excited to be performing alongside this amazing cast of people she calls family! Aidan is so lucky to have been around the theatre her whole life, and cannot thank her parents and partner enough for their endless support (and a special thanks to Mum for her guidance and wisdom). Aidan has a deep love for voice work and animation, as well as classical theatre, and has a huge passion for dialects! She hopes someday to complete a master's degree to become a dialect coach.

Some of her favourite roles at George Brown include:

• Marcella (Don Quixote)
• Doña Ana (House of Desires)
• Lady Windermere (Lady Windermere’s Fan)
• Hermia (A Midsummer Night’s Dream)

Another huge thank you goes to the coaches and teachers at George Brown who have helped her grow and learn so much over these hectic years. IG: @aidanhojo

Davin (they/them) is an enthusiastic all-rounder fuelled by their curiosity. They graduated from McMaster University with an Honours B.Sc. in LifeSciences but was also an honorary theatre kid and even got the opportunity to assistant direct and co-compose music for McMaster’s 2017 Fall Major Production, Women and Servants.

Some select theatre credits include: Leading Player (Pippin, MMT); Perchik (Fiddler on the Roof, MMT); Tybalt (Romeo and Juliet, Notapom Productions). Some of their favourite George Brown credits include: Richard (Richard III, Dir. Eva Barrie); Bayard Rustin (Seat Next to the King, Dir. Tanisha Taitt). They’re so grateful to be collaborating with such dedicated peers and facilitators.

They have a million hobbies but lately, they've been skateboarding, embroidering, whittling, and laying in the dark listening to albums all the way through. If you want to see what else they're up to, check out @darwinbibs on Instagram.

Elyssia is thrilled to (finally!) be performing this season with her most wonderful colleagues. Born and raised in Brampton, ON, Elyssia got her first acting role when she was cast as Rover the Dog in her elementary school’s production of Cinderella. She’s since gone on to win a Brampton Arts Council Award for her portrayal of Shelby in Steel Magnolias and earn a Bachelor of Arts in English and Professional Writing from York University.

Elyssia has continuously trained as a dancer and is a certified instructor in both jazz and tap dance. When she is not performing, Elyssia loves reading mystery novels and playing along with Jeopardy! from the comfort of her living room —especially the Shakespeare categories!

A giant thank-you to all the faculty that have guided heron this wacky and wonderful journey. GBTS performance highlights include Doña Leonor (House of Desires), Beauty (The Bandit Queen), Goose (Planet Munsch), and Elizabeth (Richard III).

IG: @elyssia_g/Twitter: @ElyssiaG

Born in Beirut, Lebanon and raised in Amman, Jordan. After moving to Toronto in August 2017, Samer decided to pursue his passion for acting and theatre. He develops and hones his love for performance and storytelling through different mediums, such as writing and spoken word poetry in Arabic and English. He also enjoys exploring the roots and traditions of both Eastern and Western culture and applying them to his work and activism. He is endlessly grateful and thankful for the continuous support and love of his mother.

Favourite Scene Study Highlights include:

• Ilhan (Boy Play)
• Man (The Treatment)
• Lord Goring (An Ideal Husband)
• Zeal (Divine Narcissus)
• Duke Octavio (Don Juan and The Trickster of Seville)

Chanelle Larabie is a bilingual actress from Kapuskasing, Ontario. She has stood out from her peers since day one; while the other kids kept busy with sports, Chanelle would transform into different characters and put on shows for her friends. She had always assumed she just didn’t fit in until she was cast at the age of thirteen in a local theatre production of La Meute by Esther Beauchemin. Then Chanelle knew that she had the blood of an actress. Since the North didn’t offer many acting opportunities, Chanelle turned to pageantry to keep her performing needs met. In this world of glitz and glamour, she was able to showcase her singing and guitar skills, but most importantly she was able to build her self-confidence earning her the title of Miss Teen Ontario North. Today she is making her acting dream a reality by studying at the George Brown theatre school.

Favourite GBC scene study highlights include:

• Desdemona (Othello)
• Sara (Stop Kiss)
• Religion (The Divine Narcissus)
• Kendra (Gloria)

She has also particularly loved being in the role of Cat in the GB kid’s show Planet Munsch. Chanelle looks forward to her career and is aiming for television and film roles in her near future. She would love to thank her supportive parents Cindy & Dean and all the wonderful GB theatre school personnel. Follow her journey on her Instagram @chan_lara33.

Olivia Cameron is a Toronto-based actor originating from Brantford, Ontario. Her introduction to the arts began at the age of seven where she studied classical piano until entering high school where she was introduced to the world of theatre. Following high school, she took a year off and took part in the Paprika Festival where she co-wrote a play that she then performed in for the festival. Following that amazing experience, she permanently relocated to Toronto and began at George Brown.

Some of her favourite George Brown credits include:

• Cecily (The Importance of Being Earnest)
• Sancho (Don Quixote)
• Hamlet (Hamlet)
• Odessa (Water by the Spoonful)

She is honoured to be graduating with the class of 2021 and incredibly grateful to have worked alongside them during her time at George Brown. She would also like to thank her family for their continuous support and generosity. IG: @oliviacameron_99

Born and raised in Toronto, Kaitlin has also spent a fair share of her life in nature. She is thrilled to be part of a supportive and cohesive cohort at GBC Theatre School where she has been especially inspired by Kawa Ada, Tanisha Taitt and Keith Barker.

Favourite roles include:

• The Bandit Queen (The Bandit Queen)
• Temina (Planet Munsch)
• Faye (Skeleton Crew)
• Hester (A Woman of No Importance)

Aside from acting, Kaitlin spends her time in artistic activities including cake decorating, photography, and cosplay costume design and creation. She is prepared to live on ramen noodles until her acting vision comes to life! kaitlin.condie@gmail.com IG @bluebird1027

Casey Spector resides in Toronto, as an actor and singer who loves to dance! Casey grew up performing musical theatre and attended Alexander Mackenzie High School for their Theatre arts program to continue her training. Casey is thrilled to be a part of the George Brown Theatre School graduating class of 2020 and is forever grateful for the training she’s received from all the coaches, teachers and directors and for all the experiences she’s had with her fellow thespians.

George Brown credits include:

• Skunk (Planet Munsch)
• Mrs. Arbuthnot (A Woman of No Importance)
• Loureen (Poof)
• Sarah (Stop Kiss)
• Paulina (Winter’s Tale)

IG @caseeyy.s