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Lindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver's ACTORY THERAPY

Lindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver’s Actor Therapy

September 9, 2026

ACTOR THERAPY is back at 54 Below! Brought to you by award-winning composer-lyricist Ryan Scott Oliver (35mm, Jasper in Deadland) and Tony Award® winning Broadway actress Lindsay Mendez (Merrily We Roll Along, Carousel, Significant Other, Wicked), ACTOR THERAPY is a series of masterclasses for performers looking to improve their auditions, build a better book, and expand their understanding of what it means to be an actor and song interpreter in New York today.

Hosted by Mat Armada with musical director Jason Wetzel at the piano.

Featuring:

Sage Zayda Albert
Carly Ameling (Mean Girls national tour)
Maura Dempsey
Josie Dring
Emily Estep
Elena Reyes Farias
Nicole Fluegge
Abby Glass
Parker Godnai
Danielle Victoria Kaigler
Katie Kallay
Andy Kear
Azaria Imani McCants
Julie McConnell
Erin Mendez Stapleton
Jessica Orelus
Andres Pacheco
Rachel Colleen Robins
Emma Rogers
Daniel Stanley
Grace Suarez
Ari Sussman
Marian van Noppen
Ksenia Yumasheva

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

Featuring

Mat Armada

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Jason Wetzel

Music Director
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A young woman with fair skin and strawberry blonde hair smiles widely, showing her teeth. She has blue eyes and is wearing a black top. Zayda Albert’s hair is parted slightly off-center and pulled back with a few loose strands framing her face. The background is a deep, sage-tinged dark blue.

Sage Zayda Albert

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A woman with long, wavy auburn hair and blue eyes looks at the camera, smiling slightly. She wears a rose-colored lace top and gold hoop earring. The background is dark and plain, making Carly Ameling stand out in the softly lit portrait.

Carly Ameling

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Patrick Higgins, a young person with short, reddish-brown hair, light skin, and blue eyes, faces the camera in hoop earrings, layered necklaces, a black top and leather jacket against a green background. They wear a calm, slight smile.

Maura Dempsey

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A young woman with long red hair, light skin, and blue eyes looks into the camera. She wears gold hoop and pearl earrings, a gold necklace, and a dark jacket. The background is plain gray. Her expression is calm and neutral.

Josie Dring

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A young woman with long, wavy brown hair smiles softly. She has light skin, brown eyes, and softly arched brows. The background is dark and blurred, drawing focus to her face. She is wearing a sleeveless top and natural makeup.

Emily Estep

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A woman with wavy black hair and fair skin wears a black turtleneck. She smiles gently, looking at the camera. Her makeup is natural with rosy cheeks and nude lips, capturing Elena Reyes Farias’s understated elegance. The background is a neutral light gray, and her hair fans out softly around her head.

Elena Reyes Farías

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Nicole Fluegge, a woman with long dark hair and fair skin, looks directly at the camera. She wears a sheer black top with horizontal stripes. The background is a deep maroon color. Her expression is neutral and her makeup is natural.

Nicole Fluegge

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Young woman with straight brown hair and a nose stud smiles softly at the camera. She wears a peach top and light makeup, with defined brows and pink blush. The background is a solid, vibrant yellow, creating a warm, cheerful atmosphere.

Abby Glass

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A woman with wavy blonde hair, reminiscent of Parker Godnai's photography style, looks over her shoulder, facing the camera. Her neutral expression complements the black spaghetti strap top against a dark gradient backdrop, enhancing the focus on her face.

Parker Godnai

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A woman with long curly hair, wearing glasses and a green top, smiles at the camera. She has a gold necklace with a large “D” pendant and small earrings. The background is dark, highlighting her face and features—capturing the warmth and confidence of Danielle Victoria Kaigler.

Danielle Victoria Kaigler

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A woman with wavy, shoulder-length blonde hair and blue eyes looks at the camera against a purple background. She wears a blue top, pearl earrings, and has a calm, neutral expression. Her makeup is natural, with pink lipstick and subtle eye makeup. This portrait features Katie Kallay.

Katie Kallay

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Andy Kear

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Azaria Imani McCants, a woman with voluminous curly hair and a big, bright smile, looks directly at the camera. She wears a sleeveless black top and a delicate necklace. The background is softly blurred, drawing focus to her cheerful expression.

Azaria Imani McCants

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Julie McConnell, a young woman with wavy brown hair, smiles at the camera. She wears a dark green top with a square neckline and small gold hoop earrings. The background is softly blurred, featuring subtle white and light gray tones.

Julie McConnell

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A woman with fair skin and long, wavy, light brown hair smiles confidently. Erin Stapleton wears a cream floral top with orange and yellow flowers. The background is a blurred brick wall. The lighting is natural, highlighting her face and hair.

Erin Mendez Stapleton

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Jessica Orelus

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A man with short dark hair and facial hair, identified as Andres Pacheco, wears a black leather jacket over a checkered shirt as he looks at the camera and smiles slightly. The background is plain and green.

Andres Pacheco

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A smiling person with a shaved head, bold eyebrows, hoop earrings, a nose ring, and dark lipstick. They wear a sheer green lace top, a black choker, and layered necklaces. The bold style and unique presence are reminiscent of Rachel Colleen Robbins. The background is solid yellow.

Rachel Colleen Robins

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A woman with long, wavy light brown hair and blue eyes looks at the camera. She wears a light pink, ruffled top and a delicate pearl necklace. The background is a soft, light blue. The lighting is bright and even, highlighting her features.

Emma Rogers

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A smiling person with short curly hair and rectangular glasses wears a black collared shirt. The background is a soft blue with lighter areas, creating a gentle, professional effect. Daniel Stanley is facing the camera with a friendly expression.

Daniel Stanley

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A young woman with long brown hair, clear fair skin, and brown eyes looks over her shoulder toward the camera. Grace Suarez has natural makeup, full lips, and is wearing a light blue sleeveless top. The background is a plain gray.

Grace Suarez

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A woman with long, wavy brown hair, wearing a black top, smiles softly at the camera. She has light skin, brown eyes, and natural makeup. The background is softly blurred, drawing focus to her face. Light shines on her hair, adding warmth.

Ari Sussman

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Marian van Noppen, a woman with fair skin and wavy, light brown hair, smiles softly. She has blue eyes, subtle makeup, and wears a black top. The muted, blurry gray-brown background keeps focus on her face.

Marian van Noppen

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A woman with fair skin and dark brown hair, parted in the middle and tucked behind her ears, smiles softly. Reminiscent of Kseniya Yumasheva’s understated elegance, she wears a sparkly, textured, rose-gold halter top with a matching neck detail. The background is a solid, warm beige color.

Ksenia Yumasheva

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54 Below’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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