Cast - A Benefit on Broadway

Ela. Rosie is dedicated to telling stories of the Jewish people, and serves as an Artist-in-Residence at The Braid/Jewish Women’s Theatre in Los Angeles where she was recently seen in Stories from the Violins of Hope. Rosie originated the role of Sarah Kaufman in the West Coast Jewish Theatre’s production of FUGU. Other theatre credits in

Ela. Rosie is dedicated to telling stories of the Jewish people, and serves as an Artist-in-Residence at The Braid/Jewish Women’s Theatre in Los Angeles where she was recently seen in Stories from the Violins of Hope. Rosie originated the role of Sarah Kaufman in the West Coast Jewish Theatre’s production of FUGU. Other theatre credits include Macbethx5 (The Odyssey), The Physicists (Sacred Fools), and The Ascent (The Blank Theatre). TV: Lifetime Network's The Rookie, ABC's The Conners, and Freeform's Famous in Love. Film: To Be King, Strangers, One Halloween, and American Girl. Rosie has also written, produced, and acted in a number of short films including The Pass, Enchanted, LLC. and Farewell to Brundibar. BFA, Boston University. She stars in the upcoming feature film Blood Born. Keep up with Rosie at RosieMoss.com.

Maestro.  Sergey recently produced Off-Broadway the world premiere of Singing Windmills. He first heard of Vedem when visiting the site of Terezin Transit Camp in Czech Republic back in 2009. He couldn’t have imagined that a decade later he would have a chance to tell the compelling story of the boys from Dorm Nº1 to an Off-Broadway audie

Maestro.  Sergey recently produced Off-Broadway the world premiere of Singing Windmills. He first heard of Vedem when visiting the site of Terezin Transit Camp in Czech Republic back in 2009. He couldn’t have imagined that a decade later he would have a chance to tell the compelling story of the boys from Dorm Nº1 to an Off-Broadway audience in New York City. He is immensely thankful to the writer/director Steven Fisher for allowing him to be a part of this magical production. Much like back in the day in Terezin, sometimes you just have to take a chance and believe in magic. “Anything is possible with a little creativity!” Sergey is a classically trained actor and a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. His resume includes such productions as Covers, KNOCK, and Old New Year, as well as Ask Joseph, Miracles: Lost & Found and One Hundred Million Voices Singing. He has had co-starring roles on such TV shows as The Americans, Limitless, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders, MacGyver, and The Blacklist. This is Sergey Nagorny’s Off-Broadway debut.

Matyas. Bret is an actor from Springfield, New Jersey. He is currently finishing up his BFA in Acting from Elon University along with an Arts Administration major and a Business Administration minor. Recent credits include Witch One in Macbeth, and Giggles in Clown Bar. Commercial: Toyota (National Commercial). He is so honored to be a pa

Matyas. Bret is an actor from Springfield, New Jersey. He is currently finishing up his BFA in Acting from Elon University along with an Arts Administration major and a Business Administration minor. Recent credits include Witch One in Macbeth, and Giggles in Clown Bar. Commercial: Toyota (National Commercial). He is so honored to be a part of telling a story that means so much to him. He would like to thank Steve Fisher and The Last Boy team for this opportunity and would like to thank his family, friends, and educators for their endless support.  Instagram: @bretsherman Website: bretsherman.com

Jakub. Lucian is honored to be returning to The Last Boy, after originating the role of Jakub in the Off-Broadway world premiere. He is currently studying under Tony Award winning actress- Trazana Beverley at SUNY Purchase's Drama Conservatory. He will be pursuing Shakespeare studies at RADA this coming summer. Previous credits include Co

Jakub. Lucian is honored to be returning to The Last Boy, after originating the role of Jakub in the Off-Broadway world premiere. He is currently studying under Tony Award winning actress- Trazana Beverley at SUNY Purchase's Drama Conservatory. He will be pursuing Shakespeare studies at RADA this coming summer. Previous credits include Con in Stupid F*cking Bird, and Charlemagne in Pippin/Wadsworth in Clue at The Professional Performing Arts School. He would like to thank his family, Bercy Talent/ Calli Company, Beth Baur, Jeremy Strong, Kristen Caesar, and Sidney Taussig. He would also like to thank Steve Fisher, and the entire creative team for entrusting him with such an important role. Instagram: @lucianzanes

Felix, Assistant to the Director. Jaxon is so honored to be returning to The Last Boy for this Broadway benefit. He is from Dumont, NJ and will be starting his freshman year at Bergen County Academies AVPA in the fall. His love for theater started at the age of 8 where he began performing at a local theater company. His training continued

Felix, Assistant to the Director. Jaxon is so honored to be returning to The Last Boy for this Broadway benefit. He is from Dumont, NJ and will be starting his freshman year at Bergen County Academies AVPA in the fall. His love for theater started at the age of 8 where he began performing at a local theater company. His training continued with the New York Performing Arts Academy and he is currently a member of the Youth Performance Troupe at PorchLight Productions. His theater credits include The Last Boy (2021), NY's Rouge Theater Festival (Idolatry), NY's 2020 Theater Festival Winterfest (Superman & Serena), ATNY's Matilda, NYU's Mary Poppins, Cherry the Babysitter, The Polar Express, and ACANY's Peter Pan. Film, TV  and Commercial projects include Bizarre Again, A Worthy Punishment, City on a Hill, Mewe Pillows, Parting Glass, and Polaroid. Jaxon is so grateful to Steve for this opportunity and would like to thank his friends and family for their never ending support. @jaxonbaboulis

Zdenek, Jiri understudy. Zane is an actor, dancer, singer born and raised here in NYC, well, raised at Steps on Broadway dance Studio with his mom on Faculty there.   He is currently a senior at Repertory Company High for Theatre Arts where he has performed in their main stage shows of Fiddler on The Roof, Aida, and Into The Woods. He has

Zdenek, Jiri understudy. Zane is an actor, dancer, singer born and raised here in NYC, well, raised at Steps on Broadway dance Studio with his mom on Faculty there.   He is currently a senior at Repertory Company High for Theatre Arts where he has performed in their main stage shows of Fiddler on The Roof, Aida, and Into The Woods. He has had the pleasure of performing in honor of such greats as Chita Rivera, Stephen Schwartz, Ben Vereen, Jason Robert Brown He is proud to have won the prestigious award of Outstanding Supporting Performance of Slappy Sammerstein in Golly Gee Wiz written by Eric Rockwell. Some TV /Film credits include HBO’s And Just Like That and AJR’s music video Let The Games Begin Zane is honored to be joining the cast of The Last Boy to share this story with all of you.  Thanks to his Mom, Dad & family for their never-ending support. Many thanks to Steven Fisher for this opportunity.

Jan, Bedrich understudy. John is a 16 year old actor, singer, dancer, martial artist and musician from Queens, New York. After seeing the power film and theater had on touching the world’s hearts, his dream was born and a spark was lit. During John’s life, he took hold of every opportunity to immerse himself in history’s greatest art form

Jan, Bedrich understudy. John is a 16 year old actor, singer, dancer, martial artist and musician from Queens, New York. After seeing the power film and theater had on touching the world’s hearts, his dream was born and a spark was lit. During John’s life, he took hold of every opportunity to immerse himself in history’s greatest art forms; such as taking singing lessons, learning classical piano, majoring in trumpet and French horn, earning a black belt in Taekwondo and enjoying painting and modeling. Over the last year, John acted in productions ranging from feature/short films, animations and operas, to build up a solid resume and start his career in acting. IG: jgialitis_official Contact: jgialitis2006@gmail.com

Pavel, Matyas understudy. David is an actor, singer, songwriter, and musician.  He has thirteen years of acting experience in theatre, TV, and film.  Most recently, he played Biff in Nicola Rose’s independent film Biff & Me (winner Best Youth Actor at the Revolution Me Film Festival and Best Comedic Actor in the Brightside Film Festival).

Pavel, Matyas understudy. David is an actor, singer, songwriter, and musician.  He has thirteen years of acting experience in theatre, TV, and film.  Most recently, he played Biff in Nicola Rose’s independent film Biff & Me (winner Best Youth Actor at the Revolution Me Film Festival and Best Comedic Actor in the Brightside Film Festival).  He has performed with the Camp Broadway Ensemble at Carnegie Hall in the 35th and 36th New York Pops Birthday Galas and for one night in Rocktopia on Broadway.  David has performed in over thirty productions.  Some of his favorite credits include Percy in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, Chino in West Side Story, and Chad in All Shook Up.  David is graduating from Sanford H. Calhoun High School and will be pursuing a BFA in Acting in the Fall.   He would like to thank his parents for their love and support and his mentor and acting coach, Rob Kramer, for his unending patience and guidance.  David is incredibly grateful to Steve Fisher for giving him this amazing opportunity to tell this extraordinary story.

Bedrich. Finn is 14 years old and hails from Hubbard, Ohio. Some of his favorite credits include Bruce in Matilda, Ralphie in A Christmas Story, The Artful Dodger in Oliver!, and Les in Newsies. Finn will be a freshman this Fall at Hubbard High School where he looks forward to playing the mellophone, french horn, and trumpet in the band. 

Bedrich. Finn is 14 years old and hails from Hubbard, Ohio. Some of his favorite credits include Bruce in Matilda, Ralphie in A Christmas Story, The Artful Dodger in Oliver!, and Les in Newsies. Finn will be a freshman this Fall at Hubbard High School where he looks forward to playing the mellophone, french horn, and trumpet in the band. He also plays violin in the Youngstown State University Youth Orchestra. Finn is honored to be a part of telling this incredible story of how art can help keep hope alive.

Ralph. Ethan Mathias is honored to return to The Last Boy and be part of this special project. Other credits include Lawrence in School of Rock (Tuachan Amphitheater), The Last Boy (Off-Broadway July 2021), Caleb in Miracle on Christmas (Amazon streaming), Evil Lives Here (Investigative Discovery Network), and John Bechdel in Fun Home (Ci

Ralph. Ethan Mathias is honored to return to The Last Boy and be part of this special project. Other credits include Lawrence in School of Rock (Tuachan Amphitheater), The Last Boy (Off-Broadway July 2021), Caleb in Miracle on Christmas (Amazon streaming), Evil Lives Here (Investigative Discovery Network), and John Bechdel in Fun Home (Circle Theatre). Originally from Grand Rapid, Michigan, Ethan is 12 years old and in 7th grade at Michigan Connections Academy. Ethan would like to thank his manager Gabby Messina with Serendipity Entertainment and his agents Katie, Gail, Matt, and Alicia at KMR Talent. He would also like to thank his amazing coaches Rance Wright, Elizabeth Greer, Todd Etelson, Chris York, Lisa Seegmiller, Kelly Carey, and Josh Zimmerman. Thank you, Steve Fisher and The Last Boy team for the opportunity to be part of this production and to family and friends for all of their love and support. 

Instagram: @ethanjmathias 

website: www.ethanmathias.com

Juda, Jakub understudy.  Jacob Is thrilled to be making his on Broadway Debut in The Last Boy: A New Play With Music! Jacob's credits include Kinky Boots Broadway 1st National Tour, Off-Broadway: Shadowlands, XY NAMT Festival. His most recent TV and film credits include "Winds Of Silence" (Amazon Prime), The Mongoose, (Amazon Prime), Satu

Juda, Jakub understudy.  Jacob Is thrilled to be making his on Broadway Debut in The Last Boy: A New Play With Music! Jacob's credits include Kinky Boots Broadway 1st National Tour, Off-Broadway: Shadowlands, XY NAMT Festival. His most recent TV and film credits include "Winds Of Silence" (Amazon Prime), The Mongoose, (Amazon Prime), Saturday Night Live (NBC), Prince Of Broadway: (Documentary for Hal Prince: PBS). His readings and workshops include Kavaleva, Dublin Rising, Pollyana, and XY: a new musical. Jacob has also been seen singing at Madison Square Garden, Feinstein's 54 Below, and the Green Room 42. Jacob is represented by Stewart Talent in NYC and Jody Prusan. I want to thank my mom, dad, sister, and friends for their continuous support and love throughout my journey. I also want to thank my amazing coach Allen Fawcett for guidance and support. It is my absolute honor to be involved in such an important show that showcases my religion of being Jewish and being able to tell this remarkable story. Thank you to Steve Fisher and The Last Boy team for believing in me. IG: @jacob_morrell_  Website: Jacobmorrell.com.

 Norbert, Ralph understudy. Peter is excited to be making his Broadway debut performance in The Last Boy…! He is a 12-year-old from New Jersey. Peter’s credits include theatre: Young Simba (The Lion King Experience Kids), Snoopy (You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown), Bishop (Frozen Jr), and u/s Ebby (Scrooge! The Musical). Other credits incl

 Norbert, Ralph understudy. Peter is excited to be making his Broadway debut performance in The Last Boy…! He is a 12-year-old from New Jersey. Peter’s credits include theatre: Young Simba (The Lion King Experience Kids), Snoopy (You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown), Bishop (Frozen Jr), and u/s Ebby (Scrooge! The Musical). Other credits include video, commercial, voiceover, and film. Peter was one of the vocalists in 2021’s Hess Toy Truck Commercial. He is a member of the Mini Misfits Theatre Troupe which travels to schools performing their anti-bullying play. When not performing, Peter is a Scout with the BSA. Peter would like to thank Ralph Colombino and the incredible staff at Actors Playground School of Theatre, as well as his awesome vocal teacher Steven Schnurman.  Peter also would like to thank his family for their support. It is an honor for Peter to be part of the cast performing this inspirational story. Thank you to Steven Fisher for this amazing opportunity. 

 Frantisek, Otto understudy. Frank is very grateful to be a part of this special play - "remembering is how we never forget.“   Frank is a Freshman at Harborfields High School in Long Island and has been performing in theatre for over 7 years.  Frank's professional theatre credits include Matilda (Eric) and A Bronx Tale National Tour (You

 Frantisek, Otto understudy. Frank is very grateful to be a part of this special play - "remembering is how we never forget.“   Frank is a Freshman at Harborfields High School in Long Island and has been performing in theatre for over 7 years.  Frank's professional theatre credits include Matilda (Eric) and A Bronx Tale National Tour (Young Calogero).  Frank has appeared in over 25 shows and some of his favorite roles include Evan in 13 the Musical, Emmett in Legally Blonde and Winthrop in the Music Man.  Frank is represented by Kogen Management and Stewart Talent NY.     A special thank you to his acting coaches:  Regina- Take 2 Actors Studio, Matt- MN Acting Studio and Gene Stage To Screen. To my Moms, Steve Fisher, Jana, and all my friends and family who have supported me along the way….I’m a very fortunate kid! 

Jiri. Christopher is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut after originating the role of Bedrich in the Off-Broadway world premiere. He is 17 years old and is a 10th grade at Neshaminy High School. Christopher has performed Off Off Broadway in The Little Dancer, Annie, Addams Family and Seussical.  Christopher made his TV debut as Youn

Jiri. Christopher is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut after originating the role of Bedrich in the Off-Broadway world premiere. He is 17 years old and is a 10th grade at Neshaminy High School. Christopher has performed Off Off Broadway in The Little Dancer, Annie, Addams Family and Seussical.  Christopher made his TV debut as Young Buss on the series Shattered on Investigation Discovery.  He has performed with the Keystone State Boychoir at Carnegie Hall as well as the Kimmel Center.  He has toured with the choir to Germany, Prague, Lithuania and Poland.  He is grateful to be performing in this world premier.

Otto. Dean is thrilled to be revisiting Otto in this important play. He originated the role in the world premiere, for which he won Broadway World’s Best Performance in an Off-Broadway play. Dean hails from Ridgefield CT. Credits include the role of Evan in “13”, the musical and Joseph in “Joseph& the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat” both 

Otto. Dean is thrilled to be revisiting Otto in this important play. He originated the role in the world premiere, for which he won Broadway World’s Best Performance in an Off-Broadway play. Dean hails from Ridgefield CT. Credits include the role of Evan in “13”, the musical and Joseph in “Joseph& the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat” both at Contemporary Theatre of Connecticut(ACT). A highlight there was appearing in “Godspell” reimagined by Stephen Schwartz and Daniel Levine. Commercial work includes Pair Eyewear’s Harry Potter Eyewear Launch. TV: “For Life” Film: Role of Andre in “Dear Andre”   Instagram: deanmurraytrevisani

Hanus. Miles originated the role of Hanus Off Broadway in the 2022 world premiere. He is an actor, writer, and a junior at Repertory Company High-School for Theatre Arts. Born in North Carolina, he now resides in NYC pursuing a career in theatre. Some of his favorite roles include Edmund in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and Laurie

Hanus. Miles originated the role of Hanus Off Broadway in the 2022 world premiere. He is an actor, writer, and a junior at Repertory Company High-School for Theatre Arts. Born in North Carolina, he now resides in NYC pursuing a career in theatre. Some of his favorite roles include Edmund in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and Laurie in Little Women. Aside from theatre, some of his hobbies include painting, learning foreign languages, and studying classical mythology. He is super excited to be appearing in The Last Boy and feels honored to get to portray, and carry on the legacy of an extraordinary young poet.

Maestro understudy. Edoardo is a bilingual stage/screen actor, writer and filmmaker, born in NYC and raised in Milan, Italy. After coming back to New York, he was admitted at the prestigious Stella Adler Studio Of Acting graduating in 2018. Major film roles include Peter The Disciple in the docudrama ‘Eating With The Enemy’, by Brent Mill

Maestro understudy. Edoardo is a bilingual stage/screen actor, writer and filmmaker, born in NYC and raised in Milan, Italy. After coming back to New York, he was admitted at the prestigious Stella Adler Studio Of Acting graduating in 2018. Major film roles include Peter The Disciple in the docudrama ‘Eating With The Enemy’, by Brent Miller Jr. and Gennaro in the feature film ‘Reign Supreme', by Michael Suarez. Major theater roles include Cousin Julio in ‘The MF With The Hat’, by Steven Adly Guirgis, Orlando in ‘The Color Of Desire’, by Nilo Cruz. He has also written, produced and directed his own play, ‘Goodville’, accepted at the New York Theater Festival, Winterfest 2020 and the Short Drama ‘Recalling’, Audience Choice winner at the New York Lift-Off Film Festival, and Award Winner at the Hollywood Monthly Film Festival in 2021. His main interests besides acting and writing are: Directing, Martial Arts, Poetry, Languages and Psychology (his college major) IG: edoardo.n.bianchi Website: edoardonicholasbianchi.com.

Ela understudy. Heather is honored to tell this beautiful story. She originated the role of "Mama" in the world premiere of Steve Fisher's celebrated The Little Dancer...a family holiday musical at Theatre 71, off Broadway. Other recent credits include Shrek the Musical (Great Plains Theatre), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Whitehall Public),

Ela understudy. Heather is honored to tell this beautiful story. She originated the role of "Mama" in the world premiere of Steve Fisher's celebrated The Little Dancer...a family holiday musical at Theatre 71, off Broadway. Other recent credits include Shrek the Musical (Great Plains Theatre), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Whitehall Public), Beauty and the Beast (Players Theatre), and Barkeep (Consume and Company). Film credits include the short films “Not Today” and "Heart Beats." Her most important role is being a mom to a beautiful baby girl. Proud UCSD alum. Thank you to her husband, Gregory, for making this possible.