King James

CAST & CREW

Michael Blake - Shawn

Theatre: King James (Shawn) (Theatre Aquarius), The Player in Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (Mirvish/ Neptune); 10 seasons at Stratford Festival of Canada having played Othello, Edmund, Caliban, MacDuff, Don John and Sebastian among many others. Michael has worked across Canada from Bard on the Beach in Vancouver to Stephenville Festival in Stephenville, NFLD. He has played Adult Simba in Disney’s The Lion King at Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto. He was an inaugural member of English Theatre Acting Company at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa where he played Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet among others. He was seen as MLK in The Mountaintop at Theatre Kingston. He was also an inaugural member of the Soulpepper Academy where he was seen as George in Raisin in the Sun and Orlando in As You Like It among many others. Beauty and the Beast (Prince/Beast) (Theatre Aquarius). Film/Television: Selected credits: Slumberland (Netflix), The Lost Symbol (Universal), Murdoch Mysteries (CBC), The Expanse (Syfy), Degrassi (CBC). Training: National Theatre School of Canada Acting Program; Soulpepper Academy; Claude Watson Program at Earl Haig S.S. Michael was born and raised in Toronto and now calls Hamilton home.



Devin MacKinnon - Matt

(He/Him) Born and raised on PEI, Devin received his BA from the University of Prince Edward Island before attending The National Theatre School of Canada. He now resides in Stratford, Ontario. Having had the privilege of working at theatres all across the country, Devin is thrilled to be making his ATP debut with this beautiful play and this incredible team of artists. Selected credits: King James (Theatre Aquarius), Heist (The Grand), King Lear, Much Ado About Nothing (u/s), Richard III, All’s Well That Ends Well, The Comedy of Errors, Paradise Lost, Long Day’s Journey Into Night (u/s) (Stratford Festival); Little Women, A Christmas Carol (Theatre Calgary); The Tempest (The Shakespeare Company), Crime Does Not Pay (Downstage), In This Light, Frankenstein, The Ruins, Nothing Less!, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Liberation Days (Two Planks and a Passion). Training: The National Theatre School of Canada, Birmingham Conservatory. Much love to the family and friends who continue to support me on this journey and special thanks to Rachael and the entire TH team!



Diana Reyes (Fly Lady Di) - DJ

(She/Her) Theatre: Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers and Little Brothers (Tarragon, Segal Centre), Mixie and the Half-Breeds (fu-GEN), This Will Be Excellent (St. Catherines), Cacao (Aluna Theatre), Third World (Summerworks, Manila). Film/Television: Lost Girl (Showcase), The Jane Show (Global), Remedy (Global), Honey (Universal), Platinum (UPN). Training: Lewis Baumander (TO), MOP TOP / Elite Force (NYC), “the school of life”... ETC: I’m also a published author with the Oxford University Press’, “Oxford Handbook of Hip Hop Dance Studies. Co-wrote Chapter 21! Toronto born multi-disciplinary artist Diana Reyes also known as Fly Lady Di has DJ’d for elite brands and venues including Dior, Toronto Maple Leafs, eBay, Twitter, Jay Z’s D’Usse Cognac, Rihanna’s FENTY Beauty, SOHO House, Royal Ontario Museum, and the Art Gallery of Ontario – to name a few. As a dancer, her credits include the film Honey (2003), Fall Out Boy’s Dance, Dance video as well as Jason Derulo, Ciara, the Clipse with Pharell, BlackSTREET and many more. Diana has been featured on eTalk, CP24, CBC’s The National, The Globe & Mail, Toronto Star, Chatelaine Magazine, Toronto Life, Dance Current amongst other media. She divides her time between Montreal and Toronto. Visit flyladydi.com for more info. Social Media: @flyladydi



Kimberley Jev (Dooshima) - DJ

Kimberley Jev (Dooshima) is a multifaceted DJ and community builder who goes beyond the traditional role of a disc jockey, seamlessly blending various skills and roles to create a vibrant and inclusive community around music. Dooshima is not just about playing tracks but is deeply involved in cultivating connections, fostering a sense of belonging, and contributing to the cultural and social fabric of their community.

As a DJ and producer, Dooshima explores and appreciates a wide range of musical genres, catering to diverse tastes within the community. They have the ability to seamlessly transition between different styles, creating a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere.

Dooshima doesn’t just perform at events; but curates experiences. Whether it’s a club night, a festival, or a local gathering, Dooshima actively shapes the overall atmosphere and vibe, ensuring a memorable and engaging experience for attendees.

Beyond the DJ booth, Dooshima actively engages with the community. They organize events, collaborate with local businesses, and participate in charitable initiatives. The goal is to use music as a catalyst for building connections and enhancing the sense of community.

Recognizing the importance of passing on knowledge, Dooshima takes on the role of an educator or mentor at SheDJsCanada. Through workshops, tutorials, or one-on-one guidance, they contribute to the growth and development of aspiring DJs and musicians in the community.

Using their platform responsibly, Dooshima advocates for social causes. This involves using their influence to raise awareness about important issues, organizing charity events, or creating spaces that celebrate diversity and inclusion.

In a rapidly changing cultural and musical landscape, Dooshima is adaptable and stays attuned to emerging trends, while also respecting and celebrating the roots of the music they love. This adaptability allows them to connect with a broad audience.

In essence, as a multifaceted DJ and community builder, Dooshima is not just about the beats; they’re about creating a rich, interconnected experience that extends beyond the dance floor, leaving a lasting impact on the community they serve. @dooshimax



Rajiv Joseph - Playwright

Rajiv Joseph’s play Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo was a 2010 Pulitzer Prize finalist for Drama and was also awarded a grant for Outstanding New American Play by the National Endowment for the Arts. He has twice won the Obie Award for Best New American Play, first in 2016 with Guards at the Taj (also a 2016 Lortel Winner for Best Play) and then in 2018 with Describe the Night. Other plays include King James, Letters of Suresh, Archduke, Gruesome Playground Injuries, Animals Out of Paper, The Lake Effect, The North Pool and Mr. Wolf. Joseph has been awarded artistic grants from the Whiting Foundation, United States Artists and the Harold & Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust. He served for three years in the Peace Corps in Senegal.



Haysam Kadri - Director

Directing Theatre Credits (Selected): King James (Theatre Aquarius), Heist, Clue, Nero Wolfe: Might As Well Be Dead (Vertigo Theatre); In Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz (ATP), A Thousand Splendid Suns (Arts Club, MTC), The Shoplifters, Romeo and Juliet (Theatre Calgary), A Thousand Splendid Suns, Homes: A Refugee Story (The Grand Theatre); The Three Musketeers, Titus Andronicus, Hamlet (The Shakespeare Company); Hamlet (The Rose Brampton), As You Like It (National Theatre School), Prairie Boys Winter, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Dracula ( Mount Royal University); Metamorphoses (U of C).



Kodie Rollan - Assistant Director

Kodie Rollan is a Philippine-born, Scarborough-raised, Mohkinstsis-based playwright, dramaturg, lyricist, and producer. As an artist, Kodie is passionate about creating care-forward environments where artists and collaborators can dream their dreamiest dreams, show up in the fullness of themselves and thrive in their artistry. He is currently the Artistic Director of Chromatic Theatre and was previously the Associate Dramaturg at the Banff Playwrights Lab. He was also one of the recipient of Theatre Alberta’s 2023 Michelle Dias Community Service Award. Outside of theatre, Kodie is a huge basketball fan and spends most of his time talking and thinking about the Toronto Raptors! In spite of a tank season, he still spends countless hours watching them play. He is also incredibly excited about the emergence of the WNBA and can’t wait to see the Toronto Tempo hit the court in 2026! #WeTheNorth



Brian Dudkiewicz - Set & Costume Design

(He/Him) Brian is an award-winning designer whose work has been seen across Canada, the United States, and Asia. Theatre: King James, Never Not Once (Theatre Aquarius); A Streetcar Names Desire (The Citadel), Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill (Theatre Calgary), Controlled Damage, Titanic (The Grand); Frozen, Billy Elliot, The Last Five Years (Neptune); Jukebox Hero (Mirvish/Jubilee); Dixon Road (Musical Stage Company), Priscilla, Kinky Boots, The Sound of Music, Newsies, Rocky (Drayton); April Fools, Prayer for the French Republic, Indecent, Million Dollar Quartet, Bad Jews (Segal Center). Many shows Off-Broadway in NYC. Instagram: @briandud1



Louise Guinand - Lighting Design

Louise Guinand has designed lighting for over 600 shows at theatres across Canada and the U.S including Stratford Festival, Shaw Festival, Western Canada Theatre, Citadel, Grand Theatre, Soulpepper, Canstage, Globe Theatre, Blyth Festival, Theatre Orangeville, Kennedy Center and New York Shakespeare Festival. Recent Theatre Credits: Peter Pan (Globe Theatre), Beaver Club (Theatre Orangeville), King James (Theatre Aquarius); 1939 (Canstage and Belfry), Candida (Shaw Festival), Romeo and Juliet (Stratford), Liars at a Funeral (1000 Islands Playhouse), Casey and Diana (Soulpepper). She has received multiple award nominations across the country and was the recipient of the 1992 Dora Mavor Moore Award for Best Lighting Design for a Musical. Louise was nominated in 2012 for the Siminovitch award. Louise Guinand is a graduate of Queens University and of the National Theatre School’s Production Section.



Maddie Bautista - Sound Design

(She/Her) Theatre: Interior Design, CRAZE (Tarragon Theatre); King James (Theatre Aquarius), Get That Hope, Les Belles-Soeurs (Stratford Festival); seven methods of killing kylie jenner (Crows/Obsidian), Woking Phoenix (Theatre Passe Muraille), Wild Woman (Soulpepper), Kim’s Convenience (The Grand Theatre, London), The First Stone (New Harlem Productions).
Training: Humber College Theatre Performance. Maddie Bautista is a Bi, Saudi Arabia-born Filipina sound designer and composer based in Treaty 13, Tkaronto. Maddie received 2 Dora Mavor Moore Awards for Love You Wrong Time (Outstanding Sound Design and Composition, and Outstanding Ensemble). Thank you to Pa, Ma, Anya, Douie, and the love of my life: John. maddiebautista.com Instagram: @xLqpopart Facebook: @madzbautista



Laurel Oneil - Stage Manager

Theatre: BOOM (Theatre Calgary, Thousand Islands Playhouse & Off-Broadway), BOOMX (Theatre Calgary & Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre), BOOMYZ, The Importance of Being Earnest, Escape to Margaritaville (Theatre Calgary); Flora and Fawna Have Beaver Fever (Lunchbox), The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde, The Extractionist, Murder in the Studio (Vertigo Theatre); Liars at a Funeral, Beauty and the Beast, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Wizard of Oz, The Sound of Music (Western Canada Theatre); Fiddler on the Roof, Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, A Few Good Men, Buying the Farm, Annie, Fiddler on the Loose (Drayton) and 60+ productions at Stage West Calgary, including: Jersey Boys, Legally Blonde, Rock of Ages, Avenue Q, 39 Steps, Chicago, Spamalot, Young Frankenstein, Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. Laurel would like to dedicate her work to the loving memory of her mom, who helped her find her love of theatre at young age. She would also like to thank her family, friends and RP for their unending love and support.



Raynah Bourne - Assistant Stage Manager

Raynah is thrilled to be spending the first half of the year with ATP! Recent Credits: Liars at a Funeral (Western Canada Theatre/ATP), Stealing Sam (ATP), Twelve Days (Lunchbox Theatre), Beaches the Musical, Made In Italy (Theatre Calgary); The Woman in Black, Heist, Murder on the Orient Express (Vertigo Theatre); Starslingers (Calgary Stampede/ Cirque de la Nuit), Rock of Ages, Lucky Stiff (Stephenville Theatre Festival); Elf the Musical, Next To Normal (New West Theatre); Celtic Illusions, A Dinosaur Tale, We Will Rock You (Annerin Productions). In her spare time, Raynah can be found in a dark movie theatre watching all of the Oscar nominees! Big thanks to her roommates; Indie the Chonky Beagle, Fuego the Tortoise, and also the spectacular humans in her life.