Matthew Seiden -Executive Director

As with many classically trained actors from New York, Matthew migrated to Los Angeles where he used his skills to direct live theater. He was also rewarded with many guest-starring roles on hit series such as “Sister, Sister” and “Party of Five”. Now based in Atlanta, Matthew appears regularly in commercials and industrials and is the head of the theater department at Pope High School, where he has taught improvisational techniques for five years.

James Brandon -Creative Director

James began his career on the New York comedy club circuit, moved to Las Vegas where he headlined his own comedy and magic spectaculars at the Riviera, Luxor and Lady Luck Casinos. James has consulted on numerous TV shows and movies, including “My Cousin Vinny.” His FOX television specials have been seen by over 170 million people worldwide and he is currently the spokesperson on the national “IcyHot” commercials.

Jamie Savinski -Event Staff

Jamie graduated from Shorter College with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Musical Theater. As an actor Jamie recently starred in the Atlanta Lyric Theater’s production of “The Fantastiks” and played Peggy in “A Taffeta Christmas” for the Stage Door Players.

Megs Free -Event Staff

Megs, graduated from Shorter College with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Musical Theater. She has studied jazz, tap, and ballet for eight years. Megs was recently the featured dancer and magic assistant for “Thrillusions” at Harrah’s Hotel and Casino in New Orleans and Tunica.

Sherri Seiden -Music Consultant

Sherri studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. She is a first-place winner of the Regional Metropolitan Opera competition and most recently was a featured soprano soloist at Carnegie Hall in New York.

Eric Brand -Humor Consultant

Eric has been a writer/producer in TV sitcoms, including, “Cosby” and “Grace Under Fire,” with writing credits that include “Boy Meets World” and “Baby Blues.” He has worked closely and written for Bill Cosby, Tony Danza, Jennifer Aniston, Sarah Jessica Parker and Robert Klein.

Zdenka Halskova -Costume Consultant

For 12 years, Zdenka served as property master for the Silesian Theatre in the Czech Republic.  As such she oversaw the manufacture and maintenance of all of the scenery, props and costumes for 27 different theatrical production.

Will Kimzey -Audio Consultant

Will received his Bachelor of Science degree in Teaching from Kennesaw University. A touring musician, he gained expertise in audio production which he then applied to Audio Tech setups for theatrical productions. Will is now the drama teacher for a private school in Atlanta.