PETER PAN
Tour Casting
CATHY RIGBY (Peter Pan)
HOWARD McGILLIN (Mr. Darling, Captain Hook)
ELISA SAGARDIA (Wendy Darling)
GREYSON SPANN (Michael Darling)
GAVIN LEATHERWOOD (John Darling)
PATRICK RICHWOOD (Mr. Smee)
DANA SOLIMANDO (Tiger Lily, Liza)
TRACY LORE (Mrs. Darling, Grown up Wendy, Mermaid)
JANET HIGGINS (Lost Boy -1st Twin)
THERESA McCOY (Lost Boy - Twin 2, Jane)
OMAR D. BRANCATO (Slightly)
LINDSAY NICKERSON (Lost Boy - Tootles)
JORDAN BASS (Lost Boy - Curly)
MICHAEL HAWKINS (Gentleman Starkey)
TONY SPINOSA (Cecco, Crocodile, Indian)
RYAN MASON (Nana, Pirate, Indian)
NATHAN BALSER (Pirate, Indian)
SETH HAMPTON (Pirate, Indian)
QUINN BASS (Pirate, Indian)
JOHN B. WILLIFORD (Pirate, Indian)
TIFFANY HELLAND (Indian)
KATIE McCOY (Indian)
LAUREN MASIELLO (Swing)
ROD ROBERTS (Swing)
2004 Touring Cast Credits
CATHY RIGBY (Peter Pan) earned a Tony nomination when she starred in the 35th Anniversary production of Peter Pan on
Broadway in 1991. She has, to date, logged more frequent flyer miles than any other actress in this role. She made her musical debut
in 1981 as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. Subsequently, her multiple talents have been lauded on Broadway at the Richard Rodgers
Theatre as the Cat-In-The-Hat in Seussical the Musical and in the national tour of Seussical the Musical, Annie Get Your Gun and
productions of Meet Me In St. Louis, South Pacific, Paint Your Wagon, They’re Playing Our Song and The Unsinkable Molly Brown.
Rigby’s dramatic television movie credits include the “Perfect Body,” “Hard To Read,” “The Great Wallendas” and “Triathlon.” A two-
time Olympic gymnast, Cathy Rigby is the first American woman to win a medal in the World Gymnastics competition and holds 12
international medals, eight of them gold. After participating in World renowned gymnastics Cathy worked with ABC as a gymnastic
commentator for 18 years. ABC-TV’s venerable “Wide World of Sports” named her one of America’s Most Influential Women in
Sports. Now, figure this one out! In this Peter Pan production Cathy is mother to “Nana,” the dog, “Jane,” Wendy’s daughter, “One
of the Twins,” and “Indian/Pirate.” She is sister to the Assistant Prop Coordinator, auntie to “John,” sister to the General Manager,
and sister-in-law to Tom in concessions. Cathy is mother in law to “Tiger Lily,” who married her oldest son in the last national
Broadway tour. She is also a loving Nana to Jude and Hailey, future lost boy and girl. Last but not least, Cathy celebrated 22 years of
marriage on September 11th to the Producer. In 1994, Cathy and her husband, Tom McCoy, assumed the responsibilities as
Executive Producers of the McCoy Rigby Series at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts in La Mirada, California, allowing
them to produce first-class theatrical productions and mount national tours from their own backyard including this tour of Peter Pan.
Cathy is currently participating with multiple charities including, the Special Olympics, the Long Beach Aquarium by the Sea, and the
Peter Pan Children’s fund. Cathy wishes to send her prayers to the brave Men and Women serving in Iraq, including her nephew Jeff
Jr.
HOWARD McGILLIN (Mr. Darling/Hook) has worked extensively in the theatre as well as in film and television. He recently starred
in the world premiere of Stephen Sondheim's Bounce at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.
C., where he was nominated for a Helen Hayes Award for his performance. On roadway and in London's West End, his starring roles
include his record-setting performance in the title role in The Phantom of the Opera, Mack Sennett in Jerry Herman’s Mack and
Mabel, Molina in Kiss of the Spider Woman, Kodaly in She Loves Me, Archibald Craven in The Secret Garden, Billy Crocker in
Anything Goes (Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations), John Jasper in The Mystery of Edwin Drood with the NY Shakespeare
Festival (Tony and Drama Desk nominations, Theatre World Award) and in Sunday in the Park with George. He was nominated for a
Drama Desk Award for his New York Theatrical debut in the NY Shakespeare Festival’s production of La Bohème. He last appeared
off-Broadway in the Moss Hart-Irving Berlin review As Thousands Cheer with the Drama Department. He has appeared in numerous
movies, miniseries and movies for television and can be heard on numerous books on tape including Richard Preston’s The Hot Zone.
His solo CD, Howard McGillin: Where Time Stands Still, is available online.
ELISA SAGARDIA (Wendy) returns to the role that she performed on Broadway, the national tour and the A&E television
production. Other national tours: Evita (Peron’s Mistress), Fiddler on the Roof (Bielke/Grandma Tzietel). Lately, Elisa has been honing
her academic skills, working towards her M.A. in counseling. She holds a B.A. in psychology from UCLA.
GREYSON SPANN (Michael Darling) Greyson began his acting career at age three for a Carl’s Jr. radio commercial. This may seem
extraordinary for most three year olds, but not for Greyson. He took to the acting profession and entertainment industry like a duck
to water. And no wonder, it is truly in his genes!
Greyson’s grandmother is Helen Geller, a very popular and familiar actress to both stage and screen. Helen has been featured in
several McCoy/Rigby productions including her memorable role as Hazel Hunt in ‘Radio Gals’. Greyson’s grandfather is the world-
renowned concert violinist, Irving Geller, who has only recently retired as Associate Concertmaster for the Los Angeles
Philharmonic. Greyson’s mother, Valerie, is also a concert violinist and has herself performed for several McCoy/Rigby productions.
Greyson’s father, Patrick, is a talented media artist and produced several student films while in college before completing his
Doctorate in Clinical Therapy.
When Aaron (Greyson’s older brother) was born, it was as though he had been born to act. His first acting job was at age 4 in a
Shell Oil television commercial and, ten years later, enjoys an active career. Greyson has always enjoyed mimicking his big brother
and watching him perform. So, when Greyson got his first turn at a mic he knew just what to do, and did it VERY well. But, what
really excited him was the applause! At the conclusion of Greyson’s first studio session, the cast and crew showered Greyson with a
spontaneous round of applause and accolades. Greyson was, and is, forever hooked!
Greyson’s credits include Divine Secret’s of the Ya Ya Sisterhood, Daddy Daycare, Runaway Jury, Law & Order Special Victim’s
Unit, The Soprano’s, Joan of Arcadia, and Cold Case. Greyson is also the voice of Michael Darling for Disney’s ‘Peter Pan on Ice’!
Also, school age children will enjoy listening to Greyson as the voice of Flounder for Disney’s The Little Mermaid “Ariel’s Sea
School” Learn Through Music by Fisher Price.
When Greyson is not acting he is busy being an everyday kid. He loves going to school and playing with his friends. He looks
forward to Sunday School (even though it’s on Tuesday afternoon!) and loves to sing and dance. He likes to water the garden and
grow vegetables (lot’s of tomatoes!). Some of his favorite activities are playing in the park, video/computer games, watching
cartoons, and playing with toys - trains, cars, planes, transformers, Lego’s, Gundam models, and building forts out of Lincoln logs
with his brother and doing battle!
GAVIN LEATHERWOOD (John Darling, Michael u/s) began his theatre career as a Lollipop Kid in The Wizard of Oz. Peter Pan
marks his second production with McCoy Rigby Entertainment. The first two include his performance in the Children’s Chorus of
Evita and the role of “Bert” in All My Sons. Gavin has won a first place trophy for tap dancing and for competition in Tae Kwon Do.
He plays baseball and the electric guitar and is in the fifth grade at Brookhaven Elementary School. Gavin travels with his father Tom
and sends home his love to Mom and sister, Chloe.
PATRICK RICHWOOD (Smee) Yes, he's “that guy”-that face from Pretty Woman, The Princess Diaries, Beaches and dozens of
commercials. Patrick’s career began as a pirate in Joseph Papp’s The Pirates of Penzance. Now, three series, five pilots, 22 films
and 28 stage productions later, he's a pirate again! Theatre is like Neverland… you never really grow old.
DANA SOLIMANDO (Tiger Lily/Liza) Performing credits: Peter Pan with Cathy Rigby (Broadway, nat’l tour, A&E Broadcast);
SWING! (Broadway, nat’l tour); Cats (Broadway, nat’l tour); various regional productions. Choreography: Jesus Christ Superstar
current nat’l tour, SWING! June 5th 2004 Dana gave birth to Jude Ryan Mason! “Love to Buck, Hailey, Mom, Dad and families on
both coasts!”
TRACY LORE (Mrs. Darling/Grown-Up Wendy) Velma-Chicago; Joanne-Company; Betty Blake-The Will Rogers Follies; Sally-
Cabaret; Witch-Into the Woods; Cassie, Sheila-A Chorus Line; Jacquie-Me & My Girl. Member-Music Theatre Guild in LA.
JANET HIGGINS (Twin 1, Peter Pan u/s) is delighted to make this journey back to Neverland. Has performed Twin #1 and
Understudy to Cathy Rigby on both national tours and Broadway productions of this show, and was seen in the television version on
A&E Network.
THERESA McCOY (Twin 2, Wendy u/s) is thrilled to be working with her family and would also like to thank them for their love
and support!
OMAR D. BRANCATO (Slightly, John u/s) has done a bunch of stuff on stage and in movies and television. He would like to thank
Stage 9 for all the excellent opportunities they’ve given him.
LINDSAY NICKERSON (Tootles) of Wilbraham, MA is thrilled to be touring with Peter Pan. A 2004 graduate of Cal State Fullerton,
she sends thanks and love to her family, Wyatt and to CSUF.
JORDAN BASS (Curly) Off-Broadway: Charlie Brown (Schroeder). Regional: Cats (Sacramento Music Circus); West Side Story
(Syracuse Stage); Joseph (State Theatre of NJ). BFA Syracuse University. “Thanks: AEA, bloc, Mom and Dad, Lauren-big sis, best
friend!”
MICHAEL HAWKINS (Starkey, Hook/Mr. Darling u/s) Regional: Music Man, Harold Hill, La Cage aux Folles, Georges, Chicago,
Billy Flynn. European tour: 42nd Street, Julian Marsh. TV: “Frasier,” “Charley Lawrence,” “Murder She Wrote,” “Wings,” “Colombo
Movie of the Week,” “Cheers,” “Newhart,” “The Young & The Restless” and the “Hallmark Hall Of Fame: A Place For Annie.”
Founding member: Musical Theatre Guild in Southern California.
TONY SPINOSA (Cecco) Tony Spinosa is celebrating his twenty-eighth year as a working professional in American Theatre. A
native of Long Island, Tony began performing at the age of sixteen and since then, Tony has worked on many sides of the
entertainment industry. He has directed and/or choreographed dramas, comedies and musicals on both coasts, and is most noted for
his remounting of the classics: West Side Story, Anything Goes and Kiss Me Kate. Tony has directed and choreographed productions
of The King & I, To Kill A Mockingbird, The Music Man, Broadway Bound, Biloxi Blues, Brighton Beach Memoirs, Oliver, Fame,
Fiddler on the Roof, Hair! Hello Dolly and Sweet & Hot: the Music of Harold Arlen. While residing in NYC, Tony conceived and
mounted productions for Holland America Cruise Lines and for the Catskill circuit, and directed at NYU. He has created and
performed in industrials across America for AT&T, Citibank and IBM. As an actor in Los Angeles, Tony created countless roles in
original musicals and comedies giving him the opportunity to work with the talents of Nathan Lane, Andrea McArdle, Jim J. Bullock,
Lillias White, Bruce Valanche, Jack Jones, and Billy Davis Jr. He served as backup singer for American pop icon Marilyn McCoo,
subsequently choreographing her 1995 concert for Atlantic City and Las Vegas. Tony made his screen debut as counterpart to Bebe
Neuwirth in the PBS short film Wunderkind. Most recently, Tony has been performing in national touring productions of A Chorus
Line, South Pacific, Peter Pan and Evita. His Broadway debut was in Peter Pan with Cathy Rigby and can be seen on the A&E
television video. Highlights of his regional work include Jeff Barry in Leader of the Pack, starring Sha-na-na, El Gallo in The
Fantasticks, The Cat in HONK!, and Lukas in Zorba. Regional credits include the Berkshire Theatre Festival, International City
Theatre, La Mirada Center for the Performing Arts, Santa Barbara CLO, San Jose CLO, Walnut Street Theatre and Casa Manana.
Member of Actors’ Equity Association. Visit Tony on the web at: www.tonyspinosa.com
NATHAN BALSER (Pirate/Indian) Nathan Balser received his BS from Brigham Young University and MFA in Modern Dance
Performance from the University of Utah. Credits include: Original cast of Las Vegas Mamma Mia! Regional credits: Joseph...
Dreamcoat (Joseph), Annie Get Your Gun (Tommy), Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Daniel). Dance credits: Repertory Dance
Theatre, guest artist with Molissa Fenley, John Malashock and Company, and Utah Regional Ballet. Nathan has instructed at the
University of Utah, Brigham Young University's Children Dance Program and Virginia Tanner Dance.
TIM FOURNIER (Pirate/Indian) studied with the Gold’s in Boston and with the greatest master teachers in all facets of dance.
European tour: West Side Story. Regional credits: On the 20th Century, Crazy For You. Additional credits: Tokyo Disney,
TokyoSea, Walt Disney Productions and Radio City Music Hall. Television: “Star Search,” Intel, Jerry Lewis Telethon, “Goodwill
Games Opening Ceremonies.” Film: Boys and Girls. Tim is also a renowned teacher and choreographer.
SETH HAMPTON (Pirate/Indian) was in The last Tour of Peter Pan with Cathy Rigby as well as the Filmed version for A&E. He is
ecstatic to rejoin the wonderful company. Seth completed a run of the Southern California premiere of “Hot Mikado” at Musical
Theatre West Broadway Touring credits include "Starlight Express", "Jesus Christ Superstar" (Neeley/Anderson), "Evita", and "Peter
Pan "W/Cathy Rigby. He also played the roles of Mike and Mark in National touring companies of "A Chorus Line". Leading Regional
Credits include "Singin' In the Rain" (Don Lockwood) "On the Town" (Gaby) "Hello Dolly" (Cornelius) "Oliver" (Fagin) Seth is very
active doing theatre in Los Angeles has performed in numerous productions with Fullerton CLO, South Bay CLO, La Mirada Theater,
Lawrence Welk Resort Theater, Sacramento Music Circus, Reprise LA, Santa Barbara CLO, The Hollywood Bowl, Reprise LA He has
shared the stage with a variety of Celebrities Including John Lithgow, Roger Daltry, Jody Benson, Len Cario. Out side L.A. Seth has
performed at Pittsburgh CLO and Huston Theatre under the Stars with Jeff Goldblum, Sutton Foster, Jo Ann Worley, Lucy Arnaz,
Other recognized celebrities Seth has performed with in concert include Gladys Knight, Natalie Cole, Debra Gibson, Debbie Reynolds,
David Hasselhoff, and Rueben Studdard. Seth was awarded the 1988 Presidential scholarship, attended the Juilliard School in New
York and has performed all over the world with various companies. Seth is also a certified Personal trainer, Teaches Yoga, and is very
passionate about New Age philosophy, health and wellness. He is Grateful to his parents and HUGE loving family for continuous
support.
RYAN MASON (Pirate/Indian) National tours: ’92 Annie Get Your Gun with Cathy Rigby (Lil' Jake), ’04 Jesus Christ Superstar with.
Carl Anderson (Apostle). Dance training: Nouveau Chamber Ballet, Lois Ellyn Ballet, Capoeira Gerais Sul Da Bahia, California Institute
of the Arts, 9 years breakdancing.
JOHN B. WILLIFORD (Pirate/Indian) Graduate of OCU. Credits: Jesus Christ Superstar (star- ring Carl Anderson), Starlight
Express, West Side Story, Swing, 7 Brides For 7 Brothers. TV/film: “The X-Files,” Psycho Beach Party. “Love to The Wrecking
Crew, Ma and Pa, and brother Carl.”
TIFFANY HELLAND (Indian, Mrs. Darling/Grown-up Wendy u/s) Tiffany was last seen on tour with 42nd Street as the understudy
to Peggy Sawyer, having previously played Phyllis Dale in the Moscow, Russia production of the same show. Her regional credits
include Sacramento Music Circus, North Shore Music Theatre and Pittsburgh CLO in various shows including Footloose, Jesus
Christ Superstar, My Fair Lady, Brigadoon, and more. She is a proud Actor's Equity member and University of Michigan BFA
graduate. She thanks her family, everybody at PP, and Jesus Christ for His grace.
KAITLIN MCCOY (Indian) began as Nibs in Peter Pan; Jessie in the tour of Annie Get Your Gun; Unsinkable Molly Brown;
Winifred in Once Upon A Mattress; and the movies Peter Pan and Perfect Body.
LAUREN MASIELLO (Swing, Tiger Lily/Liza u/s) received a BFA in drama from NYUs Tisch School. Regional credits: Sillabub
(Cats-MUNY/Sacramento Music Circus), Rumpleteazer (Cats-Ogunquit Playhouse), and Diana (A Chorus Line-Lenape PAC).
ROD ROBERTS (Swing) born and raised in Kansas, studied dance at Miller-Marley School of Dance with Shirley Marley and Joan
Walsh. Credits include: played the role of Frank Schultz in Harold Prince's Show Boat on London's West End as well as in the US. He
was ,also, seen in Mr. Prince's Kiss of the Spiderwoman ( Vienna Company) . He spent several years living and performing in Europe
and was featured as a principle dancer on the Italian television shows "Fantastico" and "Finalmente Venerdi". After moving back to the
States, he toured with Maurice Hines in Guys and Dolls, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, A Chorus Line, and performed alongside the
legendary Rita Moreno , in her concert act. Rod is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful production of Peter Pan!!
