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Author: Paige Mullen
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Kendall Arrington
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Nick Bressler
Nick Bressler is a Philadelphia based actor originally from Lansdale PA. As an actor with a physical disability, he is committed to bringing his unique perspective to the stage and beyond, despite potential boundaries, while helping others do the same.
At Temple, Nick has been involved in mainstage shows, including Our Country’s Good (Robert Sideway, Judge Collins) as well as performing with student organizations like T.U Sidestage, and Temple Smash. He is also the president of the Temple Improv Team, which performs both on campus and in other venues in Philadelphia. This team also went on to win the Collegiate Comedy Challenge hosted at ComedySportz in Philadelphia in 2025.
Nick is excited for the opportunity to perform with so many talented and inspiring actors in the showcase. He hopes to work in Philadelphia after graduation, but is open to opportunities outside of Philly as well.
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Olivia Brown
Olivia Brown (she/her) is a performer originally from Pine Bush, New York. Now based in Philadelphia, she is a multifaceted artist whose work spans acting, singing, playwriting and directing.
At its core, Olivia’s love for theaters lies in its ability to connect people, sharing stories that reflect the depth and complexity of the human experience. When she’s not performing, she enjoys painting, reading, and finding new ways to stay curious, creative, and inspired.
In addition to performing, Olivia is an emerging playwright. Her new work, Thought Room: A Play About the Inevitable Race Between People, Time, and Creativity, will premiere this April with Side Stage.
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Clarissa Cacciola
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Aliyah Cherogony
Aliyah Cherogony is a dedicated acting student at Temple University with a passion for storytelling and authentic performance. Originally from Kenya, she brings a rich cultural perspective to her work and is deeply inspired by the power of global storytelling. Through her training in acting technique, scene study, voice, and movement, she has developed a strong foundation in character development and emotional connection. Her work in scene-based performances has allowed her to explore a wide range of roles while honing her collaborative skills with fellow actors and directors.
Looking toward the future, Aliyah hopes to contribute to and help expand Kenya’s theater and film industry further, using her education and craft to tell meaningful stories and amplify diverse voices on both local and global stages. She is committed to growing as a versatile artist and continuing to develop her work in both theater and on-screen performance.
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Hugh Cleland-Batt
Hugh Cleland-Batt is an emerging actor, voice actor, and stunt combatant. Hugh is in Temple University’s Acting Concentration where he is honing his craft to prepare to enter the entertainment industry. He has performed dozens of times both in school at Temple University for various clubs, student films, and a main stage show; and outside of school in podcasts and short films. He is currently acting in a senior thesis production, and involved with a year long, multi-film short film project.
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Joel De Jesus-Pacheco
Joel De Jesus-Pacheco is an actor born and raised in Aibonito, PR, where he started his acting training at a performing arts school. Some of his credits are: Beating a Dead Horse (Todd), The Tempest (Adrian/US Trinculo), and Airness (Bartender/Male Swing). Joel has also performed in theater organizations at Temple, like Celebration of Color and TU SideStage. Other than his work as an actor, he’s worked as a dramaturg and a playwright.
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Britt Fauzer
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