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Izabella Paz

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  Izabella Paz is a theatre and dance artist based in NYC. Izabella is a recent graduate from Muhlenberg College in Pennsylvania where she studied acting and dance. Izabella recently finished a run of Snow White at the Santa Monica Playhouse where she worked and performed for children. Additionally, Izabella worked with playwright Jess Schumacher debuting the role of Atalanta in her play, “& Medea.” Enjoy the show!

Maffer Valsanz

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Maffer Valsanz, a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, is a versatile talent trained in acting, vocals, dance, and musical theatre. As a soloist, her voice has graced two Cabarets, and she has performed with the Hillsong NYC Choir. Maffer took center stage as the leading lady in "The Wizard of Oz" and has showcased her skills in plays like "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Flipping the Script," "Two Rooms," "The Drowning Girls," and "A Sketch of New York." With a dynamic blend of acting, singing, and dance, Maffer brings a captivating energy to the stage, making her a triple threat sensation in the world of performing arts.    

Amari Flynn

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Amari Flynn, originally from South Carolina, moved to New York City in the Autumn of 2020 to begin a professional theatrical career. Amari has attended multiple artistic institutions (Fine Arts Center of Greenville, SC, SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, and AMDA). A few of Amari's credits include: Sleeper, The American I.D. Channel, and NATIVES.   

Carlo Fiorletta

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Carlo Fiorletta played the lead male in the feature “Detours” with Paul Sorvino and Deirdre O’Connell, streaming on TUBI and other services and available on DVD.  He recently played elder Chimney in “Tate’s Parade” (Instagram: tates_parade_film) and a lawyer in Casey Bell’s “#MaleToo.” He can be seen in several “Mysteries at the Museum” and Investigation Discovery dramas.   Stage credits: title roles in the Broadway Bound festival Saving Stan and Hemingway’s The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber ; mobster Sal in David Rabe’s Those the River Keeps; and several Shakespeare and Chekhov roles.      5   He is married to Mara Lesemann.  

Kathy Devitt MA Ed

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  Kathy Devitt MA Ed, is an actor, artist, teacher, and social worker from Beach Haven, NJ.   Her acting credits include Miracle on 34th Street, Ebenezer, and Footloose with the Surflight Theatre, and Lend Me A Tenor, You Can’t Take it with you, Steel Magnolias, Hedda Gabler, and Calendar Girls with the Little Egg Theatre Company.   Kathy is owner and instructor of Master Peace Art & Soul which offers children’s art, music, and acting/theatre classes.   Kathy is also employed by Saint Francis Center Family Support Services.   Some things she enjoys are playing guitar and singing, arts and crafts, and shopping thrift stores and estate sales for vintage clothing and collectibles.   She is happy to have this chance to work with and support her friend the talented artist Casey Bell.

Roy Chay (Cast)

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  Roy Chay Model work- BeriWorks dining show, Concert commercial Film- 30 for 30, Music video Go back, The last message, Human in box HBO- Boss!    3   As an artist I do have experiences of exploring and learning new things in many different fields. While attending Art school, I thought of numerous factors about life. Art and life have been connected close in modern society. Combining life and art results in philosophy as a conclusion. Learning fine art deeply as an artist helped me to understand life deeply. Sometimes what started from conflict tend to be beautiful and there are enough cases where what we thought was right become wrong. Having worked in various fields, my experience has been come down to one conclusion. No matter what field you work in that needs management process. I majored in three different field: interior design, fine arts, and acting. After going through many conflicts over a long per...

Casey Bell (Writer, Director, Producer)

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  Casey Bell is a playwright, published author, ASCAP songwriter, and independent screenwriter. He is the founder of CSB Television and ReadyWriter Company. His play, "The Day the Rainbow Broke Up," was produced in 2017 (The Strollers Theatre Company, Maplewood, NJ, Director/Producer: Dena Daniel), 2019 (The Strollers Theatre Company, Maplewood, NJ), 2020 (ReadyWriter Co for The Strand Center for the Arts via CSB Television on YouTube), 2022 (Master Peace Art & Soul Children’s Theatre Class, Director/Producer: Kathy Devitt), and 2023 (Venice Island Performing Arts and Recreational Center, Director/Producer: Dena Daniel). He produced his Live Sketch Comedy Show, CrazyFun in 2007 (Word Up Ministries, Inc - Woodbridge, NJ) and in 2012 at The Treco Theatre-Toms River, NJ. He recently produced the short films, Don't Rush, and #MaleToo for his online network, CSB Television (csbtv.co). He also has published an array of books. He is the proud uncle of 11 amazing people. Case...

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In Person Tickets for Is His Dream Here Yet?

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Want to see it in person? Come to Lakewood, NJ to The Strand Center for the Arts https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/38986046/is-his-dream-here-yet-lakewood-the-strand-theater  

Virtual Tickets for "Is His Dream Here Yet?"

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Script Available on Amazon

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Martin Luther King, Jr. said he dreamed one day all people would judge each other by the content of their character. Is his dream here yet? Are you a part of the problem or the solution? Do you judge people by their outer or inner? "Is His Dream Here Yet," is a short play that allows the individual audience member to check themselves. Judging people by their looks is automatic. This play helps people check themselves on the dream and hopefully causes them to do better on how they judge and treat people. A great play to read and an even better play to produce. Production information and details are in the book. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCCSCZBD?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details  

Website Information

 ReadyWriter Company https://www.readywritercsb.com/ Strand Center for the Arts, Lakewood, NJ https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/38986046/is-his-dream-here-yet-lakewood-the-strand-theater Virtual Tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/is-his-dream-here-yet-one-act-play-tickets-730603854797?aff=oddtdtcreator Donate to Help Produce the Show https://gofund.me/1f0f65ef

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CASTING

 CAST Roy Chay Maffer Valsanz Izabella Paz Amari A. Flynn Carlo Fiorletta Kathy Devitt Casey Bell

Join the Journey: Help Bring "Is His Dream Here Yet?" to Life!

 Join the Journey: Help Bring "Is His Dream Here Yet?" to Life! Hello, beautiful souls! I am Casey Bell, a passionate playwright with a dream that needs your support to become a reality. In January 2024, in New Jersey, USA, I am embarking on a remarkable journey to bring my thought-provoking play, "Is His Dream Here Yet?" to life and I need your help to make it happen. About the Play: "Is His Dream Here Yet?" is a thought-provoking exploration of a timeless question: Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream truly alive today? Do we, as a society, judge one another by the content of our character? This powerful production delves deep into these questions, challenging us to reflect on the progress we've made and the work that still lies ahead. It's a play that promises to inspire, enlighten, and ignite conversations that matter. For more details about the show, including cast, crew, and behind-the-scenes insights, visit our official blog: Is His Dre...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ReadyWriter Company Presents: "Is His Dream Here Yet?" An Enthralling One-Act Play by Casey Bell that Challenges Our Perception of Character Lakewood, NJ – October 3, 2023 – Get ready to embark on a thought-provoking journey as ReadyWriter Company proudly presents "Is His Dream Here Yet?" A remarkable one-act play that dares to pose the question that has lingered in our minds for generations: Do we truly judge individuals by the content of their character, or do we unwittingly fall prey to the biases that plague our society? This extraordinary production, written and masterfully directed by the multi-talented Casey Bell, promises an evening of riveting storytelling that will leave audiences pondering the intricacies of human nature long after the final curtain falls. Casey Bell, renowned author, playwright, poet, and ASCAP songwriter, brings his unique perspective to the stage, delivering a powerful narrative that transcends age, race, and bac...

Audition Notice

 AUDITION for a NEW PLAY "Is His Dream Here Yet?" A heavy Drama with controversial situations including racism and sexism Material may be offensive This is an ensemble Cast Looking for actors ages 18-50 Looking for actors of different ethnicities Some partial nudity in play (For only two characters) Derogatory terms are used in this play Some cursing Must be able to sing or carry a tune and also play instruments (percussions: cymbals, tambourine, maracas) keep beat and rhythm Improv skills a plus but not needed Rehearses mainly virtually. Rehearses on stage week of performance Performances are at the Strand Center for the Arts in Lakewood, NJ on January 12, 2024 at 7:00pm To read play to see if interested go to:  https://smallpdf.com/file#s=2c2461d8-226b-4390-9ba4-4a8b7763a8d2 If interested contact me by emailing me