RIPPLES Cast

 

Danielle Pivetta - Janet

Danielle Pivetta has recently graduated college from Central Michigan University with a B.F.A. in musical theater.  She is more than excited to be building her film resume with such a great project.  She has also done some work on the daytime soap "All My Children" and has been keeping busy with the Fringe show "Gem! A Truly Outrageous Parody!”.

 

 

 

 

Ron Rogell - James

Ron Rogell - is Marc's favorite actor in the world! Ron has been seen as Lester Patrick on AMAZING SPORTS STORIES for Fox Sports Network; has a recurring role on ALL MY CHILDREN; been seen on PENN & TELLER: BULLS***!; UGLY BETTY; LAW & ORDER; Maury Povich among other shows. He is currently Host of the show DIAMOND PASS that is shown on Time Warner Cable. Some movies Ron has been in are ENCHANTED; AUGUST RUSH; and had starring roles in THE ETHEREAL PLANE; and THE TRADE OFF. Some of Ron's commercials are VERIZON FiOS; ROCK BAND VIDEO GAME; SHARP AIR PURIFIER and the ever popular MAXODERM.

 

 

Alfred E. Rutherford - Tyrell

Alfred E. Rutherford was born in Delray Beach, Florida and raised in Abaco, Bahamas where his quest to be an actor began. Upon returning to the U.S.A. Alfred attended Saint Peter’s College in Jersey City where he received a B.A. in Philosophy. Alfred graduated and started out in his pursuit of an acting career.   Shortly after arriving in New York City, he quickly secured leading roles in several Short and independent Feature films such as Better Dayz, Empty Hands, Swine, Liquor and White Women with an appearance in the major motion picture, “The Interpreter”. 

Within the past five years Alfred has been featured in the August 2006 Kung- Fu magazine for his esteem athleticism in the Martial Arts short film he stared in.  Alfred’s most recent acclaim is his starring role in Martha’s Vineyard Winner of HBO’s Best Feature Film “Algeny”, along with the much anticipated independent feature film “Pro Black Sheep”  which Alfred is also starring in.  Alfred’s combining confidence, talent and charisma makes him one of the most ambitious rising stars in the entertainment world today.    Alfred shines through the screen as a fresh face that delivers a spectacular performance in each and every project he performs in.

 

 

Suzie Vale - Grace

Hello Everyone… I’m Suzie Vale. I grew up in Bayside, NY with my mother (one of the best people you could ever meet) who put me in every dance class imaginable since the age of 6. You name it…Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Gymnastics and yes even Belly Dancing were part of my after school activities. I’ve always felt very comfortable on stage so taking an interest in acting was not farfetched for me. I performed in every camp, school, and regional theater play you can think of. After studying Drama at Hofstra University I began to get cold feet and started to think about what most actors worry about…their “fall back” career.

With acting still as my first passion I became a party motivator and an entertainment event coordinator for special events. It was my way to still perform, be a part of the entertainment industry and of course get a steady paycheck, but when you are an actor it’s in your blood and you can’t shake it no matter how hard you try. After the birth of my son in 2004 I realized that this was my time to finally pursue the career I have always dreamed of. In television, I have made several appearances on As the World Turns, Lipstick Jungle, and Damages. As for film, I have done numerous student and short films but Ripples is my first feature film.  I am so excited about this project and proud to be a part of it. I’ve had a blast so far. Being on this set just proves that this is the path I’m supposed to be on. Thank you Mom and my whole family for your constant support and encouragement. Michael, thank you for keeping me grounded and pulling me up when I was down. And my darling Nicholas who brightens up every day of my life…always follow your heart. I love you all.

 

Paul Kelly - Othello

Paul’s Theatre credits include:

Chicago (Amos),  Amadeus (Mozart), Little shop of Horrors (Seymour), Two productions of I love you, your perfect, now change and  Forever Plaid,  a European tour of Evita, several productions of the two-man, 24 character quick -change comedy, Greater Tuna,  and Funny thing…Forum (Hysterium).  In New York he has appeared off-Broadway in the Mikado (Ko-Ko), and has appeared at several comedy clubs, performing sketch comedy with the writers of The Daily show,  and has appeared in a show that was written and performed by the band the Violent Femmes at the Knitting factory.  Paul has trained in physical comedy with David Shiner from Cirque Du Soleil

Film Credits include: Welcome Freshman on the Nickelodeon station, the independent feature Before Comedy, as well as videos and commercials, most recently with AT&T.  He is also in pre-production for the pilot Secluded, and has most recently been seen in a Miller beer commercial.

 

 

Matt Drago - Jason

Born and raised in Front Royal, Virginia, Matt Drago (www.mattdrago.com ) knew he wanted to be a performer when he made his stage debut in The Music Man – at 4 years of age.  Ever since then the bug has stuck with him.  Along the way Matt also managed not only to become a 1st degree black belt in karate, a certified adventure and ship wreck diver, and fitness model, but also a licensed Instrument Rated Private Pilot.

While in Virginia, Matt was consistently performing, singing, and dancing.  He was a featured soloist with The Sound of America group during their European Tour, as well as Tenor 1 with the Washington Opera’s Institute, Virginia All-State Choir, and the Virginia Honors Choir.  Regionally he appeared in numerous productions including Mame, The Jungle Book, and Hansel & Gretel.

In 2003, Matt moved to New York City and continued his education at Marymount Manhattan College where here graduated with a major in acting and a minor in musical theatre.   He appeared in a number of workshops throughout the city – The Picture of Dorian Grey, Madame X, Simply Barbra, and others.  In TV and Film, Matt was seen in “Law & Order,” “As The World Turns,” MTV, “F(Marcy),”  and “Sherman’s Way.”  He was also seen in a Kentucky Fried Chicken and SAP commercial.

Between taking acting, voice, and dance classes, as well as athletics and work, Matt’s hectic schedule leaves his time for little else.  When he does have down time he enjoys going to the movies, seeing theatrical productions, as well as seeing others play sports – professional and amateur.   Matt currently resides in New York City.

 

 

Marla Yost - Nancy

Marla Yost hails from the cornfields of Iowa, from where she fled to study liberal arts at Vassar College.  After graduation, she moved to New York City to pursue her dream of acting, and spent several years in the downtown theater scene. She then moved to North Carolina to get her MFA at PlayMakers Repertory Company at UNC-Chapel Hill, where she performed such roles as “Mollie Malloy” in THE FRONT PAGE (directed by Gene Saks), and “Lise” in CYRANO DE BERGERAC. She is thrilled to be living once again in NYC.  Recent film: “Role Models” (Honest By Design); “Mr. Moonlight” (directed by Mark Cornell); “Reel Women” Painted Turtle Productions.

 

 

Joe "Jose" Laureiro - Eddie

Joe Laureiro is of Cuban descent and a native of Yonkers, NY. Joe has been involved in performing arts for the last 10 years throughout the tri-state area. He is a founding member of the Yonkers Shakespeare Program, as well as a full-fledged member of the Red Monkey Theater Group (redmonkeytheater.org). Joe studied for a year at the Lee Strasberg Theater Institute in Manhattan, where he worked on his craft and flirted with the international student body. Along with acting, Joe is also an aspiring filmmaker, having shot and directed his own short film, "Edge" (myspace.com/laureiro). He also handled camera work for the first short film of the newly born 31 Caliber Productions, a piece entitled "Engaged.” Joe's resume is littered with juicy parts from the bard, including personal favorites ‘Hal’ in Henry IV, and ‘Malcolm/Porter’ in Macbeth. Joe's favorite performance onstage came with a Red Monkey's production of the classic novel The Brothers Karamazov, in which he played ‘Ivan Karamazov’.

 

 

  Alex Pasieka - Alex

Alex Pasieka has previously appeared on stage as Gavroche in Les Miserables, Winthrop in The Music Man and Chip in Beauty and the Beast. He is ten years old and currently in fifth grade. Along with singing and acting, Alex enjoys tennis, piano and saxophone. He recently started taking drum lessons. Ripples is Alex's first film experience. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vincent DiGeronimo - Ernie

Vincent is thrilled to be making his film debut in "Ripples."  He was last seen in a workshop for the Off-Broadway musical "Let My People Come...Again."  Other NYC credits include "JD Lawrence's Color Blind," "Lights and Music," and "The Red Paintball," for which he was nominated for Best Actor at the 2007 Strawberry One Act Festival.  Some regional work includes "Side Show," "Leader of the Pack," "Annie Get Your Gun," and "A Country Carol."  Much thanks to his amazing family, to Steven, and to Grandma Lena; I hope I'm making you proud!

 

 

 

Marc Williams - Glenn

For bio, see under "StormNation Productions"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John DeMartino III - Ken

For bio, see under "StormNation Productions"