Meet the 2026 cast
Get ready to be thrilled! Discover the incredible talent bringing "A: Theatre Immersive Experience" to life in 2026. This dynamic ensemble is poised to deliver an unforgettable show, and we can't wait for you to experience their magic.
Connor Mozart Tell as Chester
As the newest member of the “A” family, Rise Above is pleased to welcome Conor to the cast in the role of Chester, a character that demands honesty, vulnerability, and strength—qualities he brings to the stage.
- Past credits: Oberon in A Midsummer Night's Dream, Orsino in Twelfth Night, Bruce Bogtrotter in Matilda, The Black Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher, Nick Piazza in Fame, and Luke/Gabe/Ares/Minotaur on stilts in Percy Jackson: The Lightning thief the Musical
- MIMS playlist song: Kendrick Lamar and SZA "Luther"
- UK Music Escape Artist: Ed Sheeran
- Biographical movie actor: Jason Seagull, he is the only celebrity look alike I consistently have gotten. Also, because he is always goofy until the darkness of reality hits and he brilliantly showcases the depth that hides behind the constant humor.
- Thanks: My parents for their unwavering support and love that has made me who I am today. My siblings for pushing me to my creative bounds every time we work together. My Syracuse community for shaping me into the performer I am today. Ethan Lang and Emily Gorin for getting me to tag along on this incredible journey.
Watch Conor's special message:
Val Guillory as Michelle
Valerie reprises her role as Miracle, enchanting audiences with her powerful performance. Learn more about Valerie's journey and her excitement for the upcoming show!
- Past credits:TBD
- MIMS playlist song: Katrina & The Wave's "I'm Walking on Sunshine"
- UK Music Escape Artist: Spice Girls
- Biographical movie actor: Gabrielle Union, because she has the perfect blend of laughter and holding an audience capitive
- Thanks: TBD
Watch Valerie's special message:
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Maya Jones as Miracle
the “A” family, Rise Above is thrilled to welcome Miracle to the cast in the role of Miracle, bringing heart, humor, and a beautifully human chaos to the world of “A.”
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- MIMS playlist song: [[MIMS playlist song]]
- UK Music Escape Artist: TBD
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Watch Maya's special message:
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Ethan Z Lang as Ryan
We're thrilled to welcome Ethan Z Lang to the cast as Ryan! Get to know our newest talent and what he's bringing to "A: Emotionally Immersive Expierence"
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- MIMS playlist song: [[MIMS playlist song]]
- UK Music Escape Artist: TBD
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Watch Ethan's special message:
Emily Gorin as Emile
A warm welcome to Emily Gorin, taking on the role of Emile! Prepare to be captivated by her performance in "A: Emotionally Immersive Expierence"
- Past credits: Emily is a Junior at Syracuse University, pursuing her BFA in Acting. She has been seen as Sophie in Kentucky, Theseus in A Midsummer Night's Dream, Valentine/Ursula in Twelfth Night, Gretchen in Mean Girls, Rachel in The Play That Goes Wrong, Cathy in You On The Moors Now, and Lina Lamont in Singin' In The Rain.
- MIMS playlist song: "Alaska" by Maggie Rogers
- UK Music Escape Artist: Adele
- Biographical movie actor: Aubrey Plaza, she's got this crazy way of being absolutely hysterical and also being so completely dead serious in a way that really resonates with me.
- Thanks: Mom for her unwavering support, and for being her best friend; her grandma, brother, Danny, and Keith; her community at Syracuse, this incredible A team, and Ethan Lang for always being my scene partner, I wouldn't be here without you!
Watch Emily's special message:
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Kenne Guillory - director and writer
Meet the visionary behind it all! Kenne Guillory, our esteemed director and writer, shares insights into the creative process and what makes this year's production so special.
- Past credits: - Director: "A: Full Show" (world premiere), Christopher Durand's Sister Mary Ignaciaus Explains It All To You", Tracey Lett's Killer Joe, Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men, Jeff Goode's Eight Reindeer Monologues, Stephen Adley Guirgie's The Last Days of Judas Iscariot. David Ives' Sure Thing
- Past credits: - Actor: Pontious Pilate in The Last Days of Judas Iscariot, Jason Chiener in Take Me Out, Sam Wienberg in A Few Good Men, Chris in Killer Joe, Rufus Kland in Tied To The Tracks, Customer in DMV Tyrant
- MIMS playlist song: Felicia Burton's Love The Memory
- UK Music Escape Artist: Boyce Avenue or Coldplay - I can't decide!
- Biographical movie actor: Mike O'mally would play me, as Ive often been told we look like family, and he's really crazy and grounded like I am (look at his character Burt Hummel in Glee)
- Thanks: To my beautiful wife, Lady VAG, my mom watching from heaven who never stopped believing, my sister Theresa, brother Mike, and Dad - thank you for walking this Guillory life with me, through every high and every storm. To this extraordinary cast, whose talent elevates everything and somehow makes me look better than I deserve—you are the heartbeat of it all. LLP, always. +1.
Watch Kenne's special message:
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Ready to experience the excitement?
Join us for "A: Theatre Immersive Experience" and witness the incredible talent of our 2026 cast firsthand! Get your tickets now and be part of the magic.