Wedding Party
J Morgan Shaffo
Maid of Honor
J. Morgan Shaffo (Maid of Honor) - J. Morgan is honored to be standing up for two of the best in the biz. She met the Bride on an acting contract in Bird in Hand, PA (“Amish”Coworker/Quirky Roommate 3). After performing the same show together 224 times, the friendship stuck! Highlights of their friendship include: Grey’s Anatomy BingeFest (Girl in Tears, also featuring Danielle Poznanovic), Countless Auditions (Fellow Actor) and Thanksgiving 2015 in White (Holiday Orphan). Even though Josey and “MoMo” live very far apart, they always make time for each other with Memphis BBQ Lunches (Bill Splitter), So Many Book Recommendations (Bad Influence), Commute Phone Calls (Distracted Driver), Filming Last Minute Callback Videos (Reader), and Cooking Dinner Together 700mi Apart (Singing FaceTime Chef). They’ve been each other’s “person” for over ten years, which means J. Morgan knows that John is the perfect fit for Josey and she can’t wait to watch the Newlyweds start their new chapter of life. You’ll find J. Morgan dancing the night away on the dance floor to celebrate! PS: Check out her Lemon Ricotta Cookies on the Cookie Table!
Ryan Lundberg
Best Man
Ryan Lundberg (Best Man) - Ryan loves that he gets to be part of this production, Wedding, produced by John and Josey. The cast and crew are all amazing and Ryan is extremely grateful for being cast. He has worked with John in the past on multiple projects. Most notably: A Tale of Twin Cities (Coworker/College Buddy) A Midwinter Night's Nacho Dream (Frozen Drunken Fool 2), and Much Ado About Game Nights (Hooligan). He hasn't had many chances to work with Josey in the past except for a few fleeting roles, but he hopes this experience will create many wonderful opportunities in the future!
Shauna Scott
Bridesmaid
Shauna Scott (Bridesmaid) - Shauna is so excited to be in this production! While she has played Bridesmaid numerous times, it is a dream come true to be cast as this role in Wedding starring Josey and John. Shauna first worked with Josey in Josey’s Birth (Cousin, U/S Sister). Previous credits also include Growing Up Together (Friend 1, Choreographer), School Days (Cheerleader), Figuring Out How to be a Grown Up (Confidant), Josey at the Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera (Roommate), and Cooper and Etta Love Auntie Yo-Yo (Mother). Shauna would like to thank God, her loving husband Lee, her amazing kids Etta, Levi, and Lillian, and her dedicated parents for supporting her in this opportunity. Shauna is so thrilled to see Josey marry the love of her life and continue building their awesome life together.
Victor Weiss
Groomsman
Vic Weiss (Groomsman) - Vic is excited to be cast in this long awaited production. Previous roles include: “‘Learning’ German” (Amused Classmate 1), “The Climbing Incident” (Anxious Bystander), and “Tool Opinions” (Discerning Homeowner). TV appearances include “Silver 2 Plateau” (Teammate), “Pandemic Neighbor” (Functioning Adult), and “Lickin’ it Up” (JP Licks Evangelist). Vic is excited to watch this production turn into a lifetime of cooperation and good improv. Vic has been grateful to watch John and Josey's partnership grow into a love both steady and joyful. He most admires the gentle manner in which they care for each other and the beautiful life they are building together in NYC. He’s excited to celebrate them with a full room of people who love them, and he hopes they keep running the show like pros: good communication, solid tech, strong performances, and laugh when things inevitably go off-script.
Danielle Poznanovic
Bridesmaid
Danielle Poznanovic (Bridesmaid) - Danielle is ecstatic to be a part of this Wedding! Danielle and Josey met in 2015 working together in Bird-in-Hand, PA (The Girls House), and the rest is history! Some favorite credits together include Grey’s Anatomy Trauma Bonding (featuring J. Morgan Shaffo, kleenex and tears), the 2 person production Cuddle Puddles in the shared role of Weighted Blanket, The DeMillerVic’s (Roommate), Road-trip Across the Country (Co-pilot), and a multitude of productions of I’m Driving and I Need Company in the Car with Me, Let’s Talk on the Phone (Caller). Danielle also has and continues to moonlight as a Miller in the lesser known small production of My Last Name is Too Complicated to Spell For This ToGo Person. Josey has been an integral part of Danielle’s life over the past 11 years, and it has been so meaningful walking alongside one another through so many highs and lows that life has thrown their way. Danielle was so thrilled when John and Josey found one another that summer in the Black Hills and she is giddy for them as they stand up today and proclaim their love from the rooftops. She is so inspired by the readiness to serve and love one another when they are each in need, the joy and the peace that both John and Josey bring to one another, and she expects that this production of Marriage is going to be one filled with so much laughter, sweet support and triumphs. Love you Josey and John! Now let’s dance! Break a leg!
Ryan O'Mara
Groomsman
Ryan O’Mara (Groomsman) – Ryan is excited to make his debut at Laurel Hideaway! Audiences first saw Ryan (Loud Freshman 1) and John (Loud Freshman 2) in UNSCA’s 2016 production of So You Think Can Stagehand. Additional projects include Lunch in LA (Excellent Company), A Ring Shop in Back Bay (Future Fiancé), and Skytop Shenanigans (Groom). Many thanks to Miller Casting Company for this opportunity.
Antoinette Comer
Bridesmaid
Antoinette Comer (Bridesmaid) is so excited to make her debut as “Bridesmaid” in this wedding! She previously portrayed “Teenage-passing Adult” with Josey back in 2012 in Lancaster, PA. Some favorite collaborations include December 11th (Birthday Twins), Theatre Trauma (Co-Therapist) and Land of the 30 Year Olds (Jersey Resident). Antoinette is absolutely elated to witness the beginning of Josey and John’s marriage chapter. She cannot wait to party the day away with two of the best. What an honor! She hopes they know they are stuck with her for life.
Marco Ligouri
Groomsman
Marco Liguori (Groomsman) - Marco is excited to be working with John and Josey on their greatest production yet. Marco first met John working on Two Guys Just Trying to Get Their MFAs at Boston University where Marco played the role of “The Short One” alongside John’s role as “The Tall One”. More recently, the two of them have starred in a series of recurring Jersey City plays. This series includes short works such as Holding our Girlfriend’s Bags at the Farmers Market (Roles: Boyfriends 1 & 2), Should I Order the Pizza Now or in 30 Min? (Roles: Hungry Guy & Hungrier Guy), and Let’s Break in My New Blackstone (Roles: The Guy Who Forgot to Buy Enough Gas & EVEN Hungrier Guy). Marco is thankful for the opportunity to work with John and Josey on this very personal piece. He looks forward to continuing to add to the Jersey City Series and beyond. Break a leg!
Aaron Choi
Bridesman
Aaron Choi (Bridesman) - is excited to be taking on this role in this Wedding! His first credit with Josey was in 2011's Lancaster, PA where they performed as "Struggling Actors." It was their turn in Megabus to Memphis (Exhausted Bus Passenger) that solidified their friendship. Since then, he's appeared with Josey many other times in such hits as Shoe Retail (Sales Person), Who Wears Flip-Flops in a Hurricane?! (Flip-flop Wearer), Self-Tape Helpers (Self-tape Helper).
Seth Eisenbraun
Groomsman
Seth Eisenbraun (Groomsman) - Seth is delighted to be involved in this Wedding, he and John first collaborated in 2008 at Central High School’s Marching Band (Classmate). Memorable moments include What Counts as Near Death? (Climbing Partner), Screws Don’t Go In Hands (CHS Theatre), Are Eggs Dairy? (College Roommate), and Unit 69-1 (Boston Roommate).
Myla and Lainey Miller
Ring Bearers
Myla and Lainey Miller (Ring Bearers) - The sister duo, Myla and Lainey, are excited for the one day production of "The Wedding", starring Aunt JoJo and Uncle John. Watch their scene stealing performance as Ring Bearer #1 and #2, spreading joy, excitement and a little bit of wedding magic. Myla first performed with Josey in March 2019 on the set of "10 Weeks Too Soon, But Perfect". Lainey joined them in August 2021, co-starring in "Born to Break the Rules". Myla and Lainey are looking forward to delivering the most critical props of the evening, with confidence and looking adorable at all times. They will not only be stealing cookies but also your hearts. Disclosure: Ring bearers may require emergency snacks before the finale.
Virginia Utter
Flower Grandma
Virginia Utter (Flower Grandma) - Virginia has been lovingly attached to this project from its inception. Classic credits include “Grandma was Drinking and Driving” (Patient Diet Coke Drinker), “Crooked Tooth and Evil Eye” (Exasperated Apologist for John’s antics), “Bikes and Scooters Galore”(Primary Instructor/Emotional Support) and “Outside” (Driver/Frog Provider). More recent credits include “Christmas Surprise” (Surprise Guest 1), “BaconEggandCheese in the Big City” (Main Customer), and “Accordion to Who?” (Instructor). Virginia is delighted to have found a new favorite grandchild in Josey, is praying for blessings on the happy couple, and can’t wait to be the star of the cookie table.
Joey Lore
Officiant
Joey Lore (Officiant) - Joey is beaming with joy to serve as the Officiant for this Phenomenal Production! If there is no haze or a fogger or a dramatic light at some point, I may have failed as John’s high school Technical Director, or he is just phoning this one in. After John was the inaugural recipient of the South Dakota High School Activities Association Technical Design Award his senior year (The Shrine is STILL in the Scene Shop) we were not finished yet. A little Summer Shakespeare, Romeo & Juliet & A Midsummer Night’s Dream & then a job at the Firehouse Brewing Company Theatre, a jack of all trades, he is. What a thrill to create alongside John. Little did I know, all that involvement would lead him to the Black Hills Playhouse – which is exactly where he was meant land. To discover the girl, the ingénue, the siren that would sing her way into his heart. Josey is the icing on the cake – the dancing girl at the top of the stairs, the Donna Sheridan of our generation - Mamma Mia was INCREDIBLE! She IS the perfect dame to journey through life with this hairy beast of a man and create some phenomenal magic along the way. They complete each other in so many ways! I am pleased John will not be living in my basement – thank goodness for JOSEY! It is a high honor to celebrate you both today & always.