Never Play With A Woman's Heart - Souvenir Program

Dana S. Hubbard Presents

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“Never Play with a Woman’s Heart”

Dana S. Hubbard is back again! After directing nine consecutive sold out shows of the critically acclaimed Dreamgirls and two sold out performances of his self penned stage play Every Dog Has His Day, he is back producing and directing his Laugh out Loud and thought provoking stage play Never Play With A Woman’s Heart.

When Myles Stewart was summoned to Courtney Dennis the assistant warden’s office, he encountered a woman that was sexy, daunting, and conniving.

Courtney knows what she wants, and always gets it, even if it requires unscrupulous behavior. After reviewing Myles’ record, the potential she sees in him drives her to pull a few strings on his behalf. And with a body like Courtney’s how could Myles say no, even if there were strings attached? Surprised yet thrilled with the prospect of an early prison release, Myles agrees to be at her beck and call upon his discharge. Little did he know that her, “beck and call” would be way more than he was ready for or could handle.

Despite his seedy past Myles’ longtime friend turned quasi-sweetheart, Lori Williams has his back. She does what any woman in love would do, support and provide for him while he gets back on his feet. Myles wants to do the right by her, but he has a few secrets that keeps his cell phone and his whereabouts hidden.

Once Myles hits the bright lights of New York City and develops as well as rekindle past relationships, he underestimates the power of Courtney’s long arm authority. He gets caught out there in a nasty web of lies and deceit, and learns the hard way that he should never ever play with a woman’s heart, because they don’t forget.

Dana S. Hubbard, writer, director, producer, and CEO is currently celebrating his 35th year in the entertainment industry. His theatrical and film record includes working alongside other critically acclaimed directors and producers such as Spike Lee, Monty Ross, David E. Talbert, Tyler Perry and Dr. Alex C. Marshall to name a few.

Dana has been labeled by his peers as a “renaissance man,” due to his commitment to ever expanding his brand and expertise in a wide-range of fields. Dana’s talent and love for the arts began when he was a youth. During his attendance at the prestigious Hampton University, where he majored in Speech Communication and Theater Arts, he starred in several theatrical productions. His talents won him the Best Dramatic Duo Award from the National Association of Dramatic and Speech Arts two consecutive years and also a nomination for the prestigious Irene Ryan Award.

He went on to join and tour with the Richmond Theatre Company for Children. After one year with the company, he moved back to New York to work with Spike Lee on his critically acclaimed film “Do The Right Thing.” Other film credits include “Mo Better Blues,” “Steppin,” “Don’t Let Your Meat Loaf,” and “Malcolm X,” where he is featured as one of Malcolm’s key FOI. Dana has produced numerous music videos and theatrical productions, including “Will A Man Rob God?” and “Every Dog Has His Day”, a stage play based on his debut novel.

His first feature film, “A Woman Like That,” starring Tyra Banks, John Amos, and Malik Yoba won first place for Best Dramatic Feature at the Urban World Film Festival.

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In 1998, he created Camp D.A.N.A. (Dreams Always Need Assistance), an arts and entertainment camp for youth, which was located on the campus of Hampton University in Virginia. The mission of this weeklong summer camp was to broaden the interest in arts and entertainment. Courses and workshops taught the nuts and bolts of film making by industry professionals. By partnering with affiliate organizations, the camp provided students with unique internship opportunities. Former campers have gone on to work with the likes of Viacom/MTV Networks and Martha Stewart, Inc. Dana has also managed music legends such as Stellar Award Winner, and Soul Train Lady of Soul gospel artist La Shun Pace, and multi-platinum recording artist Freedom Williams, formerly of C&C Music Factory.

Dana is also a managing member of Dana S. Hubbard Presents, a multimedia enterprise that converts urban literature into feature films and stage plays. His other business ventures include promoting his first novel, “Every Dog Has His Day,” which garnered wide recognition and rave reviews throughout the country by many publications, including Essence Magazine’s Patrick Henry Bass, completing a children’s book series titled “Milo the Mischievous Mutt,” and his most recent novel, “Never Play With A Woman’s Heart.” His unadulterated approach to writing, producing, and directing clearly resonates with audiences world-wide. Best of all, he has no plans of slowing down.

THE CAST & CREW

CAST (IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE)

Mike Sherman . . . . . . . . . . . Rob Andrews Mike Sherman . . . . . . . . . . . Trey Rawles Jefferson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeff Phillips Myles Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . Luther Chambers Office Employee #1. . . . . . . Bridgette Green Office Employee #2. . . . . . . Kenya Sikes Brandi Settles . . . . . . . . . . . Jennifer Crissman Lori Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . Karla Crump Lori Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . Tiffany Harris Jackie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matoawka Donovan Mr. Skeetamore . . . . . . . . . . Ned Harris Iwanna Skeetamore . . . . . . Kecia Caper Ineeda Skeetamore . . . . . . . Charlene Rainey-Bell Pam Skeetamore . . . . . . . . Quionna Monsanto-Tynes Shuckey Duckey . . . . . . . . . Shuckey Duckey Tawanna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Terri Best Courtney Dennis . . . . . . . . . Allison Aheart Custodian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeff Phillips Vice Mayor Tina Vick . . . . . Tina Vick Detective # 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . Kenya Sikes Detective # 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . Joye Frazier

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CREW Dana S. Hubbard . . . . . . . . . . . Writer, Producer, Director Jondahlyn Holston. . . . . . . . . . Executive Producer Deedra Chambers . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Director Sonya Simpson . . . . . . . . . . . . Stage Manager Anthony Perry . . . . . . . . . . . . . Production Manager Kecia Caper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Producer Yowonda Blowe . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Producer/Wardrobe Nicole Ellis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Producer Cherise Carlos . . . . . . . . . . . . . Production Assistant Bridget Green. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wardrobe Shanadiah Nicole . . . . . . . . . . Wardrobe Michelle Lewis . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graphic Design Linzella Tillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graphic Design Stacy Harden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Media Marketing Cynthia Evans . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marketing Coda Musical Services . . . . . . Sound & Lights Jerome Floyd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set Design Lorenzo Dugger . . . . . . . . . . . . Set Construction Breon Small . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard Micah Chambers . . . . . . . . . . . Drums James Buchanan . . . . . . . . . . . Bass Guitar Kenya Sikes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Background Vocalist Kim Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Background Vocalist Tanika Coleman . . . . . . . . . . . . Background Vocalist

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DUCKEY Born in Dallas Texas, Cecil Armstrong grew up wanting to be an entertainer and was greatly influenced by James Brown. He played drums in high school and College at Roosevelt High and Bishop College. From dish-washing, to bank courier, to bus driver. Planning a trip to Japan in 1984, Cecil's business acumen raised its head when he contacted the licensing agency to sell merchandise with the phrase, “Where's the Beef?” This was his first foray into the world of trademark and licensing. Cecil ultimately found his way into the world of entertainment in promotions when he helped promote Patrick “Hoagie Starr” Curtis' EP “Get Live in '85”.

After the “Get Live in '85” promotion, when preparing for the “In The Mix in '86” EP promotion, Cecil decided to take a different route and hearkening back to his licensing and trademarking knowledge and was determined to promote his brand “Shuckey Duckey” that he had been using since 1982. So, in 1986 with help of Patrick “Hoagie Starr” Curtis (who performed the theme song) and Terry Massey (who created the logo), Cecil had 10,000 fliers printed up and had them posted and handed out at every possible entertainment event in anticipation of his debut party on March 29, 1986, where the song and the Shuckey Duckey dance were performed. After taking a marketing survey Cecil discovered that the best way to promote his brand was through comedy.

So, in 1987 Cecil embarked upon his comedic career by taking a class called The Comedy Gym taught by Sam Cox out of Austin, Texas. After a year of training Cecil made his comic debut March 14, 1988. At the time he was driving a bus by day and moonlighting as a comedian at night.

CHAMBERS Luther Chambers (aka -Lu Chay; Uncle Lu) Grew up as a musician in Philly and currently is a full time musician at Gethsemane Baptist Church and also gigs with the band "Gumbo 4 Ya Soul". He is also the owner operator of "CSharp Music and Media" a small business in which he offers photography, videography, musical and DJ services. He currently is a grad student in the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University.

Lu Chay is no stranger to stage plays in the role of musical director. He's worked with many directors including Dana S. Hubbard. He has been able to showcase his acting skill in a repeat performance as "Satan" in the stage play "why Not Me" written and directed by Christine Cooper. He also played "Satan" in "Buried, Crucified, Resurrected 2017" co-written and co-directed by his wife, Deedra Chambers. His most recent accomplishments in 2019 include: DREAMGIRLS as Curtis Taylor, Jr. - directed by Dana S. Hubbard - 9 sold out shows and Every Dog Has His Day as Myles Stewart - written and directed by Dana S. Hubbard - 2 sold out shows! Hiram & Nettie as Black Zeke - written by Terrance Afer-Anderson/Directed by Michael LeMelle. Lu Chay reprises the character of "Myles Stewart" in this laugh out loud, thought provoking stage play, Never Play With A Woman's Heart.

He is married to Deedra Chambers and together they are raising 3 talented children. Lu Chay believes the code for his life comes from Proverbs 3:6 "In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths."

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CRUMP Karla Crump is a native of Hampton, Virginia, and has been singing since the age of five. From choir rooms to music studios, she has been blessed with a talent which has been cultivated into one of the most tantalizing voices to grace a microphone in years. Smooth and melodic characterizes her vocal style. She mesmerizes you with her effortless sounding vibe of R&B with a hint of jazz. She is called, “the voice,” by many and is definitely a pleasure to the listening ear.

Karla has a tremendous calling for the industry. She has graced the stage of the Hampton Jazz Festival with the likes of Jill Scott, Bob James, and David Sanborn. Karla has also opened concerts for such musical greats as Gladys Knight, The Dells, Jean Carne, Evelyn Champagne King, Mikki Howard, and most recently, Peabro Bryson at the Jazz Legacy . Inspired by such vocalists as Gladys Knight, Natalie Cole, the late Phyliss Hyman and many others, she is well on her way to being a star in her own right.

Karla made her acting debut in September of 2000 as “Sister Gloria” in Dana S. Hubbard’s, “Will A Man Rob God?,” Where she sang the theme song and worked with award winning gospel artist, Lashun Pace. She later performed in another of Dana’s works, “Every Dog Has His Day,” with Charnelle Brown who played Kimberly in the sitcom, “A Different World.”

In Never Play with a Woman’s Heart, Karla will be playing the role of Lori Williams at the Friday night and Saturday afternoon shows and the role of Pam Skeetermore on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon shows.

NICOLE Tiffany Brown Harris, aka Tiffany Nicole, is a native of Hampton, Virginia and is a 757 gal through and through. She is a graduate of Bethel High School as well as Old Dominion University. Upon the realization that she had a natural knack for public speaking and a unique way of connecting to people, she pursued and received a BS Degree from ODU in Communications and Marketing, later followed by an MBA from Saint Leo University.

It was originally in high school that Tiffany Nicole first realized her love of the stage. That love of the stage, communications and people never left her spirit... a passion that was rekindled in 2018 as she first delved into internet radio.

As one of her favorite sayings of all time is "She Believed She Could, So She Did!", in the Summer of 2019, Tiffany Nicole decided to step out on faith and audition for the hit stage play "Never Play With a Woman's Heart". The result of that faithful step resulted in her being cast in the role of Lori. She looks forward to this being the beginning of many more opportunities to grace the stage and other artistic arenas in the future!

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PHILLIPS Born in Hawaii, raised in Hampton, VA, this actor comedian has made a name for himself in the Hampton Roads area. He's had the privilege of being part of some great play productions with some talented people in the industry...such talents as Wendy Rachel from "The Steve Harvey Show" "Jawanamans" Miguel Nunez "The Five Heartbeats" Michael Wright and Aunjanue Ellis from the hit series "Quantico".

He also starred in a few movies, one being called "Out of Gas" with Daphnie Maxwell Reid from “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air".This will be his third play with Dana Hubbard, who is not only a talented director, but a creative writer and producer as well.

J. Phil is a guy to keep an eye on in the near future.

DONOVAN Hailing from the borough of Brooklyn, NY, the passionate, driven, funny, down to earth, Matoawka began her theatrical journey at the age of eight. During her adolescent years her family moved to Newport News,VA. Discovering the many performing arts opportunities Virginia had to offer, she attended The Summer Institute of Performing Arts for two years, Matoawka was one of a few talents selected through open auditions. She was also accepted and graduated from Woodside High School of the Performing Arts, where she studied the methods of theatrical dance, singing, acting, technical stagecraft and lighting.

After participating in several college plays, by the grace of God, Matoawka began her professional acting career when she was cast in writer Jennifer Travers Mason’s production “Chaos in the House” she also starred in the JESSAWORD productions of “How Can I Forget/Tears Behind the Shades” and “A Higher Calling”. Since then it has been full speed ahead for the actress, she was cast in a host of theatrical productions from Virginia to Georgia. Matoawka was currently cast in two upcoming films, both by ARC productions “The Right Ingredients” and “The Refuge”. She has previously been in the Dana S. Hubbard production “Every Dog Has His Day”.

Matoawka who is also an ODU Theatre Education student, is pleased to revive the role of “Jackie” the Jamaican delivery woman and she is looking forward for the audience to be touched by this powerful story of redemption.

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CRISSMAN Jennifer Crissman was born and raised in Hampton, Virginia.

She always had a strong interest in acting stemming from her teenage years. In 2012 Jennifer stepped out on faith and landed a role in a local stage play, written by Jennifer Traverse Mason and directed by Jessica Thomas. This production made it all the way to Willet Hall in 2013.

It was then that she met Dana S. Hubbard who was amazing with assisting her with character development. The rest has become history for the actress who has now worked with many different production companies in the area. Jessaword Productions, Dana S.Hubbard Presents, Pure Platinum Media/ immortalsuspects.com, Speaklife Productions, and ARC Productions just to name a few.

This will be Jennifer’s 4th production with Hubbard Entertainment group and she is very excited to be returning as Miss Brandi Settles in this outstanding production.

AHEART Allison is a native of Richmond, VA and resident of Newport News. She recently performed in the Ella Fitzgerald Theatre as Charlene in DreamGirls. Her passion for music and theatre motivates her to continue pursuing opportunities to perform. She feels blessed to be part of this production and believes that with God everything is possible.

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RAWLES Edgar T. Rawles, III “Trey” is a native of Richmond, VA. After attending Hampton University, where he obtained both his Bachelors of Arts Music Degree and his Masters In Teaching Music Pre K-12 Degree; Trey went on to pursue a career in teaching. He currently serves as the Director of Bands and Orchestras at Denbigh High School located in Newport News, VA. Trey is also an Associate Minister at Zion Baptist Church in King and Queen County, VA. In his spare, Trey plays trombone and sings for the band Fortresses Live. Trey is also a member of both Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America, Inc. and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Trey is no stranger to the stage, he has served as both an actor and a musician for multiple productions. Most recently he played trombone for Dream Girls and acted in the role of “Brother Aaron” in Every Dog Has His Day. Trey has also had the opportunity to perform for the 44th President of the United States of America, President Barack Obama.

ANDREWS Robert A. Andrews III from Hampton Va is a father of three, one son Ahmani and two daughters Ahniya and Ahliyah. He is the son of Rosemary and Robert Andrews. He is a Veteran of the U.S. Airforce, a graduate of Phoebus High School and Benedict College. Acting experience "No Place Like Home, If You Only Knew Why I Struggle to Trust God, Don't Call Me Brother, Secrets 2, Every Dog Has its Day"

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HARRIS Born in Albany, Georgia and residing in Hampton, Virginia, Ned Harris began singing at the age of 5, joined his church choir at the age of 11, and began performing with his community theater before he was old enough to vote or drink legally. Influenced by the Motown music that his parents kept in rotation during car rides around Albany, Ned fell in love with the era, and is still influenced by the Motown sound to this day.

As a former member of quartet, The Unifics, Ned prides himself in sticking to the foundation of what the forefathers of R&B and Soul music have built over the years.

With every track that he puts his name on, Ned makes a conscious effort to create quality music that is inspired by greats like Prince, Smokey Robinson, Michael Jackson, Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye. Ned has performed at the The Hampton Jazz Festival and the Virginia Beach FunkFest and has opened up for legendary acts like: Zapp, Dennis Edwards, George Clinton, The Brides of Funkenstine, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Fantasia, Gregory Porter, Jasmine Sullivan, and Charlie Wilson, just to name a few.

BEST Dr. Terri L. Best is a resident of Newport News. The fifth of eight children, she grew up in a lively home with parents Claude (deceased) and Margaret Best and her seven siblings, not too far from where she currently resides. The mother of two daughters, Morgan a college freshman and Masiya a 9th grader, Terri describes motherhood as one of her greatest joys and most important job. Terri, a retired school administrator, has always had a passion for working with children and proudly represents the South District on the Newport News School Board.

Terri has performed in several productions to include The Contribution, the first play directed by Dana at the Moton Community Theater in Newport News, in addition to Dancing In The Palace, Once on This Island and Hidden Gems. Terri enjoys the theater and pretty much all forms of Art. For the past several years, she has been writing a stage play entitled Hymns and Her. Terri is grateful for the opportunity to perform with this talented cast of young people and her longtime friend Dana.

VICK Tina L. Vick, award winning speaker, politician, author and aunt of former NFL Quarterback Superstar Michael Vick, was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia in the city’s toughest community. She was educated in the public school system and graduated from Homer L. Ferguson High School in 1980. In 1984, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia.

Vick is a bestselling author, of her first book, “Growing Up Vick, The Strength and Resilience of the Vick Family.” It is a compelling story that reveals the life of poverty in the deep South and the challenges of being related to a superstar athlete who was once the highest paid in NFL history. She is principal broker and owner of Tina L. Vick Realty & Development, LLC. Vick was elected to her local city council in 2008. She currently serves as the Vice Mayor.

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THOMPKINS Joye Thompkins enjoys singing and acting. She is a member of Strait Gate Deliverance Center, where she participates on the Praise & Worship Team, Drama Ministry, and the Tribe of Judah Choir. While attending Thomas Nelson Community College, she got her first taste of theatre in her drama class’ production of In White America. Most recently, Joye was honored to portray Coretta Scott King, joined the cast of Hiram & Nettie (Ensemble), Dreamgirls (Stepp Sister/Ensemble/Pit Singer), Oh Where Oh Where Is My Christmas Tree (Tamika), Willie Wonka (Mrs Gloop), and Sister Act (Nun #9) on the main stage at Downing Gross Cultural Art Center. She was an extra in the pilot of The Phoenix Still Rises produced by Terrance Afer-Anderson, a pit singer in Dana S. Hubbard's production of Every Dog Has Its Day and walked the runway in the Virginia Full Figured Fashion Week 2017 & 2018 Runway Show.

SIKES Kenya Sikes is from Queens NY and resides in Newport News, VA. She has been working on plays such as Missionary In Oz, Dreamgirls, and Every Dog Has its Day with the makeup and wardrobe team and now she is making her first on-stage appearance as Detective Joyner in Never Play With A Woman's Heart!

GREENE Miss Shabazz (Bridgette) born and raised in Brooklyn NY is a retired NY Correction Officer. My first Stage appearance with Hampton Players in 2012 Through the Crack guest star actress Aungenue Ellis. I then knew I had a passion for theater either working on stage or back stage as wardrobe Coordinator or Hairstylist. I have been cast in a few plays such as Every Dog Has His Day, Hiram and Netter, and Never Play With A Woman’s Heart. Also appear in a You Tube web series The Madisons. I continue to work with theater. No dream is too big or too little. Follow your Heart follow your dreams. God Bless.

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CAPERS Kecia Capers grew up loving to sing, dance and act. Since moving to Hampton, Virginia from Charlotte, NC, where she was singing with choirs and participating in local theatre, Kecia is now actively involved in the Hampton area Arts in a major way and continues enthusiastically sharing her variety of talents with the world! She was a part of the amazing presentation of Dreamgirls at Downing-Gross Cultural Center, Newport News, VA, as the high voice pit singer and played the role of JoAnn; in the stage play, Every Dog Has His Day at Hampton University’s Armstrong Little Theatre, she played the role of Deja. Kecia sings the National Anthem at local soccer games for the Lionsbridge FC organization and her hope is that people are blessed by her voice. She joins the cast of the stage play, Never Play With A Woman’s Heart at the Hampton Roads Convention Center as Iwanna Skeetamore, and also as one of the Associate Producers. Kecia’s dream is to sing and act on Broadway in the very near future.

BELL Dr. Charlene Bell is a Certified Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner, United States Navy Veteran, Founder of Her Padded Truth, and owner of Convenient Healthcare VA. As a healthcare provider, she has extensive knowledge in Adult, Geriatric, Pediatric and Women’s health. She served as a Navy Corpsman, helping those she served which led her to her calling as a healthcare provider.

A native of the Bronx, New York, she obtained most of her education while serving overseas in the United States Navy. She obtained her Doctorate in Nursing from Frontier University, Masters of Nursing from Walden University, Associates in Nursing from Medical Careers Institute, Masters in Business Administration with a concentration in Health Management from American InterContinental University, and Bachelors in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix.

Charlene is also the founder and visionary of Her Padded Truth®, a non -profit organization that provides menstrual hygiene products to young girls and women who are homeless, living in impoverished conditions, and in transition. She is also an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, a minister of the gospel, a wife, and mother of three children.

TYNES Quionna Tynes is a 28 year old resident of Newport News,VA. Raised by her grandmother who was a minister of music, Quionna’s love for the arts started with music at an early age. Quionna sang in church choirs, school ensemble, and performed in many productions over the years. Her first experience with theater was in high school were she play the role of one of Cinderella’s steps sisters. Quionna is pursing a degree in LiberalArts Theater at Thomas Nelson Community College. Recently she was cast and played a major role in “For Color Girls”, where she remembered where it all began.Quionna endeavors to follow her passion for theater and her love for the arts

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STAGE MANAGER

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Sonya Simpson (Stage Manager) is a native of Newport News, Virginia where she attended Ferguson High School.

Shel also attended Virginia Tech. She is currently a Training Manager with 20+ years of extensive experience in Classroom delivery and Employee Development. In addition to daily duties, she has the opportunity to demonstrate her passion for people by motivating and encouraging those around her. She is the proud mother of Ashlee Simpson.

Sonya enjoys family, friends, and spending time with her granddaughter…who also has been bitten by the “drama bug.”

Deedra Chambers started her love of acting in 2009 with Iron Street Productions as "Evilene" in "The Wiz" directed

by LeRoyce Bratsveen followed by a role that same year in "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" with the Peninsula Community Theater. After taking a break to get her M.Div, she entered the acting scene again in 2018 as "Erzulie" in "Once On This Island" directed by Charity Robinson with Peninsula Community Theater and as "Church Mother and a Church Lady" in "The Color Purple" directed by Anthony Stockard with Norfolk State Theater Company. In 2019 she starred as “Effie” in “Dreamgirls” directed by Dana S. Hubbard and as the “Lady in Yellow” in “For Colored Girls” directed by Iris Goode-Middleton.

Sonya is a member of Gethsemane Baptist church where she has served on various ministries, including the Ministry of Arts. The Ministry of Arts has afforded her the opportunity to collaborate with others to write and direct plays for the church. The play “Missionary of OZ” was her first major project. After that play, her love for the arts through dramatic expression grew, especially with set design and stage direction. That also served as a launch pad for her involvement in other dramatic productions.

She was introduced to Dana Hubbard and had the opportunity to work on “Every Dog Has His Day.” These experiences and management experience have prepared her for this amazing production – “Never Play with a Woman’s Heart.”. She is grateful to work with such a talented cast and crew and serve as the Stage Director for the first play held at the Hampton Convention Center. What a Blessing!

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She also co-directed her first play at Gethsemane Baptist Church (GBC) called "The Missionary of Oz" in 2016 as well as co-wrote and co-directed "BCR 2017Buried..Crucifed..Resurrected 2017". Deedra wrote and directed her own original play "A Hero's Return" in 2018 also at GBC. Deedra would like to thank Dana for his expertise and vision and for allowing her to learn alongside him as the Assistant Director for "Never Play With A Woman's Heart."

"I admire Dana's drive, passion and commitment to excellence; he is second to none as a director and pushes me to be better!

“Acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths."

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER Jondahlyn Holston is a Midwest native who has always had a love for the Arts.

Jondahlyn has performed on a number of local and national stages. Her love for the arts is exuded through her consistent stellar performances. She has performed and starred in numerous stage plays to include The Color Purple, The Wiz, Annie, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf and several others.

Additionally she is involved in a variety of community service organizations, programs and initiatives that provide a source of support, strength and hope to the community, country and world.

Jondahlyn is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and her professional and philanthropic interests focus on catalyst movements to educate people on building a better self, family, community, country and world.

Jondahlyn has had the distinct honor of working with the talented director, writer and producer, Dana S. Hubbard for two of his signature productions, Every Dog Has His Day and Never Play With A Woman’s Heart!

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