Book, Music, and Lyrics by Dan Goggin
The Cast
Sister Mary Regina…………………………………………………..……..Cynthia Livingstone
Sister Mary Amnesia…………………………………………….…………………Katie O’Shea
Sister Mary Leo……………………………………………..…………………...Audrey Jantzen
Sister Robert Anne…………………………………………………………..Cassandra Krajcik
Sister Mary Hubert………………………………………………………………Lea Antolini-Lid
Sister Mary Michaela Third Nun From The Left……………………….....Michaela Thiessen
The Crew
Director/Choreographer…………….……………………….………………….Lea Antolini-Lid
Co Choreographer/Dance Captain………………………………………...Michaela Thiessen
Musical Director……………………………………………………….…………….John Bowen
Stage Manager…………………………………………………………………….James Russo
Assistant Stage Managers……………..………………..………Kylie Smith, Oliver Van Dine
Drummer……………………………………………………………………………..Rolan Bansil
Costume Designer…………………………………………………………...Jolene Richardson
Set Designer……………………………………………...…………………………….Chuck Lid
Lighting Designer…………………………………………….……………………..David Heguy
Spotlight Operators……………………………….……...Jaslene Antolini-Lid, Cody Jackson
thanks to Heath Village and Trilogy Rep for their generous donation
Cynthia Livingstone
Audrey Jantzen
Cassandra Krajcik
Lea Antolini-Lid
Michaela Thiessen
Cast Bios
Cynthia Livingstone (Sister Mary Regina) is beyond blessed to be back at CSC in their production of Nunsense 2 - The Second Coming, reprising the role of Sister Mary Regina, Mother Superior. She last played the part in the original Nunsense at CSC, and is so happy to “get in the habit” one more time! Other CSC productions include Mrs. Darling in Peter Pan, Mrs. Mops in A Christmas Carol and Hannah in Newsies. She would like to thank Lea for this amazing gift as well as the incredible cast and crew of Nunsense 2. Amen!
Katie O’Shea (Sister Mary Amnesia) is a student at Centenary University and is so excited to be apart of CSC’s 2025 Summer Fest! You may recognize her from recent productions at CSC, such as Carrie (Carrie), Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief (Annabeth), The Little Mermaid (Flounder), and many more. She has made many other appearances at different theatre companies in Alice by Heart (Cheshire Cat), Once Upon A Mattress (Winnifred), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Esmeralda), Spring Awakening (Wendla), just to name a few. She would like to thank her friends for all their love and support. In addition, would like to thank the company for always believing in her. Instagram:@katieeoshea .Enjoy the show!
Audrey Jantzen (Sister Mary Leo) is delighted to be performing in another Centenary production. Audrey is an alumni from Centenary’s theatre program and has been a part of a number of their productions. Some of her favorite roles include: Alice and Pugsley in The Adams Family, and Titania in Living Dead in Denmark. She is excited to continue her musical theatre journey and is thankful to Centenary for the many opportunities they have given her.
Cassandra Krajcik (Sister Robert Anne) - is thrilled to be returning to CSC for Nunsense II! Regional credits: A Christmas Carol (Mrs. Fezziwig), I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (Woman #2), The Little Mermaid (Ursula). NJ credits: Parade (Lucille Frank), Into the Woods (Witch), Spamalot (Lady of the Lake), Jekyll & Hyde (Lucy Harris), Matilda (Mrs. Wormwood), Unexpected Joy (Rachel, NJACT Perry Award Nominee), Chess (Svetlana, NJACT Perry Award Winner), Bat Boy (Meredith Parker), The Wild Party (Madeline True). Cassandra received her B.Mus in Vocal Performance from Montclair State University and continues to study voice with Linda Benanti. She would like to thank the cast and production team for an incredible experience. Endless gratitude to her family and friends for their love and unwavering support
Lea Antolini-Lid (Sister Mary Hubert) received her BMA in classical voice from the University of the Arts and her MFA in acting from Brandeis University where she also had the opportunity to teach movement for the actor under the tutelage of Susan Dibble. She has performed professionally in NYC and in cities on the east coast. Lea traveled to China with Nai - Ni Chen Dance to teach at Kunming University. She is also a founding member and managing director of the XY DANCE PROJECT. Antolini is a member in training with Blessed Unrest Theater Company in NYC, and a member of AEA.
Michaela Thiessen (Sister Mary Michaela Third Nun From The Left) is an Alumni of Centenary University with a major in Film Studies and two minors in Dance and Theater. She has appeared on the Centenary Stage most recently as Dance Ensemble (Escape To Margaritaville), Kenny (Miss Nelson Has a Field Day), and Dance Ensemble (Little Mermaid). This production is extra special for her because, under the wonderful guidance of the director Lea, she was able to help co-choreograph a musical for the first time! She is also grateful for her added cameo role as Sister Mary Michaela and is appreciative of all the opportunities granted to her throughout this process. Nunsense truly is a Magic Word! Instagram @thiessen_michaela
Crew Bios
Lea Antolini-Lid (Director/Choreographer) SEE CAST BIO
Michaela Thiessen (Co-Choreographer/ Dance Captain)- SEE CAST BIO
John Bowen (Musical Director) Musical Director/Keyboard Player nationally and in the NYC area. Productions include: CURTAINS (Theatre Under the Stars, Houston); Broadway: IN MY LIFE (Music Box Theatre); FOSSE; THE SOUND OF MUSIC, CURTAINS, HAIRSPRAY, PETER PAN, ON THE TOWN, 1776, OKLAHOMA, FUNNY GIRL, GREASE and PIRATES (Papermill Playhouse); SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE, NUNSENSATIONS, 8-TRACK SOUNDS OF THE 70’s (Downtown Cabaret Theatre); NUNSENSE A-MEN (47th Street Theatre); and WHITE CHRISTMAS, KISS ME KATE, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, HAIRSPRAY, MY FAIR LADY, SINGING IN THE RAIN, NINE, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, GYPSY, AIDA, ANYTHING GOES (Westchester Broadway Theatre). Off Broadway/Regional: OLIVER, CRAZY FOR YOU, SWEET CHARITY, EVITA, SOUND OF MUSIC, and many others. Recent National and New York City Productions: WEST SIDE STORY, SOUTH PACIFIC, SHOWBOAT. National/tours: ANNIE (Fox TheatreAtlanta), CHICAGO, THE WHO’S TOMMY, and GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES, THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, SEUSSICAL, YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF THE PROM, 9 TO 5, NEWSIES. Recent Classical Recitals at WEILL RECITAL/CARNEGIE HALL, SYMPHONY SPACE, MINSKY RECITAL HALL, MAPLE GROVE CONCERT SERIES, KLAVIERHAUS NYC and SCORCA HALL AT OPERA AMERICA.
James Gerard Russo (Stage Manager) graduated from Centenary University with a BA in Technical Theater. Excited to be back on the CSC stage! Past Credits: I Love You You're Perfect Now Change, Seussical (Horton), The Little Mermaid (Grimsby), RENT (Mark), Head Over Heels (Dametus), Elf The Musical (Santa), The World Premiere of The Fall of the House of Usher: A New Opera, The NJ Premiere's of 35mm: A Musical Exhibition, The Wild Party (Eddie), Avenue Q (Brian), to name a few. He would like to thank Lea for this incredible opportunity, my family for always supporting me, Megan and Nicole for keeping me sane and Robert for picking me up when I’m down.
Bios Continued
Kylie Smith (Assistant Stage Manager, Light Board Operator) is a recent musical theatre graduate from Centenary and is honored to be a part of this production. She is so happy to be able to work on this show and learn from more incredible artists. Some of Kylie’s previous CSC credits include Carrie (Margaret White, ensemble), The Receptionist (Beverly understudy), The Tempest (Gonzalo), A Christmas Carol (Featured Ensemble and Mrs. Cratchit understudy), The Lightning Thief (Sally Jackson and others), Tartuffe (Madame Pernelle Understudy), Romeo and Juliet (Nurse), The Little Mermaid (Atina), The Addams Family (ensemble & Grandma understudy), Macbeth (Witch 1 and Fleance), Living Dead in Denmark (stage manager), A Year with Frog and Toad (Snail/Large and Terrible Frog), Head Over Heels (ensemble), and Grace for President (Mrs. Barrington). She would like to thank her friends and family for their constant support. If you would like follow Kylie’s journey, you can follow her on Instagram @_kyliet_
Oliver Van Dine (Assistant Stage Manager, Music Tracks Operator) is currently a student at Centenary with a dual major in Film and Technical Theater. His previous film credits include Jaqueline Remembers All Of This (In Production), The Raccoonalope (2024), Peaches (In Production), Cavies: A Documentary (2022). His previous CSC credits include: Carrie: The Musical (Stage Manager), The Receptionist (ASM/Light Board Op.) A Christmas Carol: The Musical (ASM/Qlab Op.), Soul Samurai (ASM/Sound Design), Grease (Sound Board Operator/Audio Engineer), The Lightning Thief (Sound Board Operator), Romeo and Juliet (Sound Designer).
Jolene Richardson (Costume Designer) See CSC Season Bio
Chuck Lid (Set Designer) received his BFA in art from Rutgers Mason Gross School of the Arts. He is a full time ceramics teacher at Rutgers Preparatory School as well as an adjunct professor of Art at Centenary University. Charles has worked as a master carpenter for the Centenary Stage Company for the Past 15 years. He is the resident Next Stage Repertory Company Set Designer . Some of his past designs include JC Superstar ( 2019) RENT ( 2022) Rock of Ages ( 2023) and Grease ( 2024) . Charles has also served as an instructor at Peter’s Valley , a world renowned artist commune that celebrates and the craft arts. He is nationally recognized for his anaga ma firing skills and has served at the fire master for various renowned ceramics artist such as Bruce Dehnert, Peter Callas , Shiro Otani and Torbjorn Kvasbo.
David Heguy (Lighting Designer) is a graduate of Penn State University in 2023 where he pursued his BFA in Theatre Design & Technology. For the past 11 years, David has freelanced for various theater companies all over the United States working on over 200 shows. When not designing, he can be seen assisting various designers in NYC and regionally. David is so excited to be joining Centenary Stage Company for his first season. www.dhlighting.org
Jaslene Antolini-Lid (Spotlight Operator) NO BIO AVAILABLE
Cody Jackson (Spotlight Operator) is a performer from New Jersey, currently studying Musical Theatre at Centenary University. Other performances include Billy Nolan (Carrie), Jacob Marley (A Christmas Carol), Man 1 (I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change), and Cat in The Hat (Seussical). He would like to thank the directors, cast and crew for their hard work, and his friends and family for their support.
Daniel Graham (Technical Director) SEE CSC SEASON BIO
Kelly Fitzgerald (Assistant Technical Director) SEE CSC SEASON BIO
Tyler Backer (Assistant Technical Director) SEE CSC SEASON BIO
August 23rd 8pm
September 20th 8pm
