Meet our Troupe of Players

Avenue Q 2026 [Princeton]

Tommy is excited to be once again lending his creative talents on stage for this production as his presence is felt most often on the production team off the stage in every previous Masquerade production. Seen last on this stage last year as Scott Connor in American Son.  Tommy has performed throughout the area for over 15 years in such roles as Schroeder in (You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown), Einstein (Picasso at the Lapin Agile), Dick Fig (Exit Interview), Henry (The Fantasticks), Black Stache (Peter and the Starcatcher), Willy Wonka (Willy Wonka), Ian (High Fidelity), Albert (Bye Bye Birdie), Richard Hannay (The 39 Steps), and Eddie (Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?). Ever grateful for the love and support of his partner in life, Megan, and his kids who graciously put up with their parents’ love of theater.

Avenue Q 2026 [Bad Idea Bear/Mrs. T]

Kat is thrilled to be returning to the Masquerade stage in a dream role in her favorite show!  You may remember her as the violin-playing Reza in last season's Once.  She has been active in the South Jersey theater community for over 25 years.  She was most recently seen as The Fiddler in Fiddler on the Roof at Haddonfield Plays and Players.  Other favorite credits include The Mystery of Edwin Drood (HP&P), Big (The Grand Theater), Company (HP&P and STAGES), The Music Man (Ritz), Evita (The Grand Theater), The Dark of the Moon, Barnum (Ritz), Songs for a New World (HP&P) and many more.  By day, Kat is the founder and director of the orchestra program in the nearby Burlington Township school district as well as a freelance violinist. Many thanks to Megan, Trish, Illiana, Sean and the multi-talented cast she is privileged to share the stage with.  She dedicates this performance to her real-life husband, Nick, with whom she never has karate battles.

Avenue Q 2026 [Brian]

Avenue Q 2026 [Gary Coleman]

Avenue Q 2026 [Bad Idea Bear/Newcomer]

Mark is delighted for the opportunity to return for another brilliant show at Masquerade! He previously played “Billy” (with an absolute dream cast) for Once here last year. Some other standout shows over the last 35+ years include: Little Shop (Mr. Mushnik), The Spongebob Musical (Mr. Krabs), Heathers (Ram’s Dad), Fiddler (Lazar Wolf), Guys & Dolls (Arvide), Kinky Boots (Mr. Price), West Side (Doc), Songs for a New World (Man), West Side (Tony), Godspell (Jesus), Assassins, Memphis. Mark is a performing musical artist and has released several albums commercially, and he owns/operates Gollihur Music, an internationally-renowned online music store specializing in the needs of upright bass players. He thanks his family – especially Beki and Cora – for enthusiastically supporting his return to the stage.

Avenue Q 2026 [Kate Monster/Lucy the Slut]

Kacy is thrilled to be making her debut at Masquerade! Recent credits include The Angel in Angels in America, Parts I & II (Ritz Theatre), Fruma Sarah in Fiddler on the Roof (Ritz Theatre), Kate in Sylvia (2nd Stage at Burlington County Footlighters) the Chaperone in The Drowsy Chaperone (Mainstage Center for the Arts). Thanks to the Masquerade crew for this niche and dreamy opportunity.  All of the love to her wife Stephanie and daughter Lucy for being miraculous gems on this Earth. For Mom, who loved a dirty joke and a song. 

Avenue Q 2026 [Rod]

Stephen is incredibly excited to be making his Masquerade debut in Avenue Q. Past credits include Patrick Starr in Spongebob, Mrs Bumbrake in Peter and the Starcatcher, Max in Lend me a Tenor and so so much more. I would like to thank Megan, Tommy, and this whole cast and crew for making this just THE most fun process imaginable. Shouts out also to my family for always supporting my shenanigans and to Sarah for keeping me company on drives home from rehearsals. #d4d

Avenue Q 2026 [Trekkie/Nicky]

Shawn made his directorial debut with Laughter on the 23rd Floor early last year here at Masquerade. You may also remember him from Masquerade’s Vanya, Sonia, Masha & Spike, Picasso at the Lapin Agile, The Fantasticks or their New Works series production of PJs Playbook in 2022. Before that, he was Ebenezer Scrooge in Burlington County Footlighters production of A Christmas Carol & has been a local actor for over 30 years. First & foremost he wants to send his love & overwhelming gratitude to the Balnes, especially Megan, for giving him this opportunity. He would also like to thank his family & friends for the loving & supporting way they love & support him. Lastly, he would like to sincerely thank you; the patron. Without you, there is no us. Enjoy!!

Avenue Q 2026 [Christmas Eve]

Sharon is so excited to be making her Masquerade Theatre debut as Christmas Eve! Recent credits include Rent (Maureen) at Town and Country Players, The Thanksgiving Play (School Ensemble) at Players Club of Swarthmore, Disenchanted (Mulan) at Old Academy Players, and The Prom (Shelby) at Methacton Community Theatre. She is so grateful to be a part of the cast of Avenue Q and is excited to continue her theatre journey! Huge shout outs to her family, friends, co-workers, loved ones, and mentors! LOVE YOU ALL, MWAH~