Author: Paige Mullen

Kendall is the type of actor who captivates the stage through movement. He is devoted to exploring physicality and body language in order to connect to the internal workings of his characters.. Kendall captivates any room he walks into with his well-defined self-identity; role after role, Kendall’s groundedness has proven that he cannot be placed in a box, and that he is always capable of reaching new heights. 

Outside of acting, Kendall is well versed in writing poetry and making music. He strives to impact the world through a variety of creative forms, similar to a Donald Glover type. He is committed to doing it all, and looks forward to finding fellow creatives who will give him the chance. 

A tenant of Kendall’s artistic identity is breaking down the norms of what masculinity looks like for black men. He pushes back against societal limitations of both race and gender in every role he plays, letting it impact his work and allowing that work to speak for him. Acting and art have not only given Kendall opportunities to navigate his life, but to give back to a version of himself that exists in every role he plays.

Born and raised in Allentown, PA, Andrew Kistler is an actor and stage combatant aspiring to greater heights in his post-graduation career. He has always been a fan of stories and entertainment; Whether it was cartoons, movies, or video games, Andrew has always drawn inspiration from stories and characters. 

In the Theater program at Temple, Andrew has become enthralled by plays and theatre as a medium. He has become an intermediate actor combatant with the SAFD, been involved with on-camera acting in classes and short films, as well as voice-over work in some web series. Andrew has also recently taken up playwriting as a pastime, and hopes to continue with that side of his theatre career as well.

After graduation, Andrew seeks to continue working as an actor on the stage and with voiceover and on-camera roles as well in the greater Philadelphia area and New York, further improving his skills as an actor, stage combatant, and playwright.

Paige Mullen is a multifaceted theater-maker originally set to graduate from The University of the Arts. Primarily focused on acting and directing, Paige is a gifted collaborator and a very strong leader. Paige’s artistic niche is the unique intersection between sports and theater, and they are particularly passionate about finding the ways in which the two can mesh and coexist in a variety of forms.

There is no challenge that Paige will hesitate to meet head-on, whether it be through movement-based divisive theater or Shakespearean scansion. They pride themselves on their dedication to creating diverse spaces and demonstrating intersectionality, both on the stage and behind the scenes. Paige will remain in Philadelphia, excited to take advantage of all the creative opportunities that the city has to offer. They will be directing a staged reading of a new play in this year’s Philly Fringe, with more info to come soon.

Andrew is a multi-disciplinary artist, focusing mainly on acting and music, having started acting in his early teens and music even earlier on in his childhood. Andrew has always been one to enjoy the art of collaboration and creation, as well as the joy of working with others to create a coherent work of art. 

In his free time, Andrew enjoys woodworking, mainly doing luthier work using reclaimed materials, and creating music with his peers, playing as a proficient drummer, guitarist, and vocalist. 

Post graduation, Andrew is planning on continuing to act in the city of Philadelphia, as well as continue his musical endeavors in his free time.

Paul was a shy kid before he started theater, but he’s been able to blossom into the performer he is now through the support of his family, teachers, and friends. While he considers himself a versatile actor, his main focus is on-camera work. He works hard on finding a clear and concise vision for every character he plays. He has honed my craft at Temple University and now plans to bring everything he’s learned with him into the world of the arts beyond college. 

   One of Paul’s strongest traits is his ability to play off of the energy of his scene partner(s) without ever losing his own unique presence. He is certified in various stage combat disciplines such as single sword and unarmed, which he thoroughly enjoyed learning and hopes to incorporate in future projects. Beyond graduation, Paul will be working in Philadelphia on both the stage and in front of the camera. Being a part of Philly’s arts scene is an exciting prospect, and he looks forward to whatever his trajectory may be.