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Performers and Staff
Shows like this can't make it to the stage without a great team working together.
Our team is more like a family, and we want you to be a part of that family too.
Kassie Lukeman
Artistic Associate
Kassie is a theatre practitioner with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Memorial University’s Grenfell campus. Born and raised in Corner Brook, NL, her playwriting deals with themes of identity and history on the west coast. Some of her past credits include writer/actor for “Un/Settling” (2021) for the CB Nuit After Dark festival; as well as guest director for "Turncoat Hill" and “Shellbird” (2021) for Theatre Newfoundland Labrador. In addition she has produced, directed, and written for Seasonally Disordered 2018 and 2019, a showcase of original short plays from artists local to the west coast. This is her fourth summer with New Found Family Drama, and second as Artistic Associate! Always so happy to have you on the team, Kassie!
Chris Lake
Performer
Chris has been passionate about the drums since he was a small child when his uncle gave him his first set of sticks at the age of seven. He also has a passion for extreme sports and spent three years following a dream of professional snowboarding in Whistler, BC before returning to Newfoundland with his partner, Jennifer in 2008. As he was unable to take his drums to BC, his mother gave him a Horner accordion and a tin whistle, which he became proficient at playing while living away. Chris has been with NFFD since it opened in 2019 and we are always so happy to have him back every summer!
Lauren Gillingham
Performer/Server
Lauren is excited to return for her fifth season with NFFD. Originally from central Newfoundland, Lauren has participated in multiple aspects of the Corner Brook performing arts community over the last 7 years. She has been found on stage and behind the scenes with The Off Broadway Players in productions such as Chicago, Tick, Tick... BOOM! and Stop Kiss, and made her debut with Camber Arts in the summer of 2023. Alongside frequent appearances with the CNA Digital Fimmaking Program in Stephenville, she has recently completed her run of performances with Theatre at Grenfell, closing that monumental chapter as Emma in "People, Places, and Things" in March 2024. Lauren looks forward to entertaining both new and returning audience members this summer!
Alex Hancock
Performer/Server
Alex was born in Corner Brook, NL, moved to Quebec and then back to Corner Brook in Grade 4. He became involved in theatre through school during a production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Since then, Alex has done many shows with such companies as The Graham Academy, Dance Studio West, Lock and Keynote, and Gary Bennet Music. Some of his recent roles include Willard in Footloose, Conrad Birdie in Bye Bye Birdie, Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, Oaken in Disney’s Frozen, and Lukas Beneike in the Addams Family. Alex is currently studying theatre at Grenfell University. He is beyond excited to be back for another year and is thrilled to bring some entertainment to Corner Brook with the amazing crew at New Found Family Drama Company.
Lily Cunning
Performer/Server
Lily has been a performer for the last six years with the Graham Academy musical theatre program. Born in Ontario and moving to Newfoundland at just two years old, Lily has come to adore the theatre scene. She has graced the stage in many roles, including multiple character changes in Frozen, Iris in Fame, and most recently, Gretchen in the musical Mean Girls. Lily has a passion for not only theatre, but for volleyball, singing, and playing music as well. She is an experienced saxophone player, and is currently in love with the baritone saxophone, and plays in both concert and jazz bands where she has competed across Atlantic Canada, placing in the top tier for her age group. Lily loves connecting with her audience and is excited to be performing with the Newfound Family Drama Company for the first time this summer!
Micah Squires
Performer/Server
Micah is a performer from Pasadena, NL. He grew up surrounded by actors and musicians which had a profound impact on him. In his free time he loves playing the bass, drums, and guitar, with a special interest in bass, and hopes to someday incorporate this into his future career. This is Micah's third summer with New Found Family Drama Company and he can't wait to get started.
Jay Adey-Rideout
Performer/Server
Jay is a second year physics and math major from Pasadena, NL. Steeped in 70's folk from a young age, he has a passion for guitar and a love of music theory and arrangement. He has been playing in the Humber Valley area as a duo with his father since 2020, and has recently put off solo shows at the RAC including a tribute to Stan Rogers. This is Jay's first season with NFFD and we are happy to have him join the family. Welcome, Jay!
John Fawcett
Musician
John is a multi-talented musician and actor hailing from Corner Brook, NL. With over two decades of live performance experience, his musical roots run deep. Since returning to Newfoundland in 2022, John has brought his energy and artistry to the stage and screen -appearing in several film projects through the CNA Film Program in Stephenville. in 2024, he also took on the role of “Younger Pop” in Season 4, Episode 9 of Son of a Critch on CBC. We’re thrilled to welcome John back for his third season with New Found Family Drama, where his passion and presence continue to shine.
Seonaid Stark
Stage Manager
Seonaid has been passionate about performing since she was about eight years old. She grew up acting, dancing, and singing with programs like Graham Academy, Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador, and Dance Studio West. She is currently studying theatre acting at Grenfell Campus. Some of her recent credits include Helen in Trojan Women and Agnes in She Kills Monsters. It is Seonaid’s second summer with New Found Family Drama, and she can’t wait to get to get started!
Leah Baker
Musician
A piano player for nearly fourteen years, Leah is passionate about the arts. She has played with numerous groups in different styles, acting as a collaborative pianist, band member, and soloist. When she's not playing piano, you'll find her sketching outside, or playing her alto saxophone. She's very excited to be working with New Found Family Drama Company for the first time! Come see her at the rest of the cast this summer in Corner Brook!
Scott Payne
Chef
Scott Payne is a Red Seal Chef born and raised in Corner Brook. Scott has been cooking for over 10 years and has a passion for food that he loves to share with others. This is Scott's first season cooking for New Found Family Drama Company and he is very excited to create some delicious meals for our patrons and get a sneak a peek at some great music and performances!
Past Performers & Staff
We are sad to see them go,
but wish them all the best.
We couldn't have done any of our shows without these fine folks on our team.
Good luck in your next adventures everyone!
