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Caroline [profile page]
Caroline is an accomplished actress who trained at The Royal Academy of Dance, Adam Smith College in Fife and then The Acting Corps in Los Angeles after gaining an MA in Classical Studies from Edinburgh University. Stage credits include the roles of Gwendolyn in “The Importance of Being Earnest”, Sofya in “Wild Honey”, Hilary O'Neil in “Dying Young”, Desdemona in “Othello”, both Amanda and Laura in “The Glass Menagerie” and she has recently been in the TIE tour of “Hungry for Success”. Caroline is delighted to be part of the founding Tovo cast and will be directing (as well as acting in) planned future works coming soon to the Tovo portfolio....
Adam
	Adam brings great experience in Stage, Film and TV to the Tovo cast. On TV, Adam has appeared in “The Bill” and “Spooks” for the BBC and on Film, he has appeared in “A Time To Kill”, “Shattered”, and an adaptation of Mike Leigh's novel “Naked”. His Stage credits include playing the title role in Macbeth, the stage adaptation of Mike Leigh's “Naked” (playing Johnny and Brian), “Importance of Being Earnest” (as Algernon), “The Oresteia”, “Henry IV Parts 1 and 2” (Prince Hal in both), “The Tempest” (as Antonio), “The Hood Club” (as Malone), and “Journey to the Centre of the Earth”. Based in London, Adam's interests are wide: Film, theatre, music, fun, friendship, politics, philosophy, fine wine, travel, outdoor pursuits, watersports, martial arts, literature, current affairs, world peace and uncontrollable laughter.... and Adam is really looking forward to helping bring the magic of theatre to the Internet.
James [profile page]
James is a great all-rounder - his main passion is comedy where he is a highly regarded Stand-Up comedian and is currently involved in writing a new sitcom – but he has also appeared in a number of Stage, Film, TV and Radio shows, has performed at the Edinburgh Festival and is a Panto regular (although he confesses to being typecast as an “Ugly Sister”!!). James says “working with Tovo is great fun, and that's what Tovo is all about; letting people have fun, learn, interact with professional actors and musicians ... and, well, having even more fun!”. As well as being a member of the Tovo theatre cast, James is also leading the Comedy genre, so look out for some brilliant reworking of famous comedy scripts and new material from some of the World's best emerging comedy writers.
Zach
	One to watch! Zach trained at The Dartington College of Arts where he gained a B.A(Hons) in Theatre, having also worked with the renowned Hull Truck youth theatre, where his credits include 'Eddy' in Willy Russell's “Stags and Hens” and 'Macheath' in Bertolt Brecht's “Threepenny Opera”. Zach has also performed as a live presenter for a medieval stunt team to crowds of over 4000 people and is looking forward to working on the major productions planned by Tovo and helping bring the joys of theatre to the Web.
Alan
The “Daddy” of the Company, Alan is an experienced Stage actor, writer and director (as well as being a qualified pharmacist...?!) and now nearing his fiftieth year in the “business”! Alan has appeared in and directed more performances than he cares to (or can!) remember: from the Greek Tragedies through Shakespeare, Music Hall and Variety, to more contemporary works. Film credits include “Sherlock Holmes” (alongside Jude Law and Robert Downey Jnr, directed by Guy Richie) and “The Wolfman” (with Sir Anthony Hopkins). On TV, Alan's credits include “Oliver Twist”, “Criminal Justice” and “The CGI Show”. Based in Surrey, Alan is delighted to be part of the Tovo cast and working with such talented young actors ... but is still waiting for someone to explain how the Internet works ....
Helen [profile page]
	A talented young actress and soprano vocalist that Tovo is pleased to welcome into the Company - Helen trained at East 15 specialising in acting for TV, Film and Radio and is performing both in the Tovo theatre and musical theatre casts. Helen has appeared in a variety of roles on Stage and Screen, including 'The Last Fireworks' (Directed by Edward Hicks). Beware though ... Helen is trained in Stage Combat and is a keen kick boxer, horse rider and general sports & fitness fan. Her ambition is to play Christine in Phantom of the Opera; so watch this space!
Mark
Mark is another hugely talented young actor and says he is delighted to be joining the Tovo cast after graduating with an MA in Theatre from the East 15 Theatre School in London. Mark has appeared in a number of Stage roles, including: “Lifelines” at the White Bear Theatre, “24 Hour Plays” at the Courtyard Theatre, “Rough for Theatre II” at the Corbett Theatre.
Claire [profile page]
	Claire is a graduate of Queens University, Belfast and trained at LAMDA in London where she gained fantastic Stage experience, appearing in “The Cherry Orchard”, “Mixed Up North”, “Can Can”, “Caucasian Chalk Circle”, “Pericles”, “Uncle Vanya” and “Romeo and Juliet”. On TV, Claire has appeared in “Give My Head Peace” for the BBC. Claire has trained in Stage Combat, is a keen scuba diver and is delighted to be part of the Tovo theatre cast, pioneering the creation of interactive theatre on the Internet.
Will [profile page]
Based in London, Will graduated from the William Ester Studio in New York and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts (think “Fame!”) and is an up and coming professional actor with a growing reputation. He has recently been working on the Films “Hands” (Sony) and “The Boy Who Couldn't Sit Down” (Lets Play Productions). On Stage, Will has played Mr Darcy in “Pride and Prejudice” in New York City at the Dreyfuss Theatre and in the “The Manhatten Project” at the Alonquin Theatre, “Charley and Emma”, “Dr Faustus” and “Titus Andronicus”.
Vicky [profile page]
	The “baby” of the Tovo musical theatre cast, Vicky has joined the Company straight from college where she has just completed her “A” Levels and is really looking forward to forging a career in musical theatre – her great passion. Watch out for her forthcoming Tovo performances and get to sing some great duets with her!
Paul [profile page]
Originally hailing from Sheffield, Paul trained at the renowned Italia Conti Academy of Performing Arts before embarking on a successful West End career. From starting professional life as a lead vocalist on one of the worlds largest cruise ships, Royal Caribbeans' "Sovereign of the Seas”, Paul has appeared in the West End in “Desperately Seeking Susan”, as Gary Coleman in “Avenue Q”, “Dancing In The Streets”, “Grand Hotel”, as Sammy Davis Jnr. in “Rat Pack”, “Aint Misbehavin”, “Times Up”, “Five Guys Named Moe”, “The Lion King”, ”Starlight Express”, “Sweet Charity”, and “A Chorus Line” He has also appeared in a wide variety of stage performances, including “Blues in the Night”, “Legends Of Swing”, “Itsy Bitsy Spider”, “The Ratpack Party”, “Around The World In 80 Days”, ”My One And Only”, and Shakespeare's “A Midsummer Nights Dream” and “The Tempest” “Habeus Corpus”, “Funkenstein”and “Mas Caribe”. On TV, Paul has appeared in "The Multicultural Achievement Awards", "The Bill" (BBC), "The Richard Whiteley Show", "Richard and Judy" and "Blue Peter" and his Radio credits include “The Secret Tapes Of Murdoch Road” and “Which Way, Nowhere” (both for BBC Radio). Paul’s acclaimed album "The Unexpected Paul Hazel" (2003) – available on Amazon - is a collection of 12 original jazz songs and he is currently working on a compilation album entitled "Better Life". Most recently, Paul has been touring the UK with the Blue Mountain production of “We Shall Overcome”. Paul is delighted to be leading the Tovo musical cast and is looking forward to welcoming many new friends to sing with him and the rest of the Tovo cast.
Jamie [profile page]
	Jamie trained at The Leeds College of Music with his principle focus on musical theatre, voice and vocal production. Whilst studying in Leeds, Jamie worked with the Limelight School for Performing Arts and Angharad Sanders as Assistant Musical Director and Singing Coach, helping to produce a number of shows during his time there. In 2008, he also co-founded The Well Seasoned Singers, a vocal duo, with Angharad. His theatre credits include: “Fame”, “We Will Rock You”, “Tick, tick…BOOM!”, “Les Miserables”, “Godspell”, “West Side Story”, “Jesus Christ Superstar”, “The Last Five Years”, “The Boyfriend” and “La Boheme/Tosca” (Ellen Kent Productions). Jamie is excited to be a part of the founding Tovo musical theatre cast and really looks forward to performing the repertoire that inspired his original interests in Musical Theatre – and helping you to share the joy of performance..
Matt
	Matt studied at Dartington College of Arts where he received his BA in theatre. Although a new blood in the acting world Matt has contributed to many local contemporary performance groups. He toured with the Devon based theatre company Dreamcatcher in the show "Nightterrors," where he performed hogtied wearing nothing but his pants. In a similar vain Matt's solo work includes the site performance "A Parsons Tale" where he walked the pilgrimage from london to Canterbury to recreate a modern version of Chaucers, "Canterbury Tales" collecting the stories of the people he encountered along the way. His stage experience includes Macduff and Claudius in Doggs Hamlet Cahoots Macbeth, The narrator in The Rocky Horror Show, Racks in Class Enemy, and the post master in Govenment Inspector.
Hamilton [profile page]
Hamilton trained professionally at Laine Theatre Arts, Epsom. Whilst at college he appeared in A Chorus Line as Mike and in A Little Night Music as a Liedesinger, both directed by Tudor Davies. He appeared a soloist in Moving On, From The Top and Name of the Game at the Epsom Playhouse Theatre, all directed by Betty Laine. He was also a featured soloist in West End Laine (Aldwych Theatre, London) and performed in 50 Years of Stage & Screen and Musical Memories of Stage & Screen both at the Palace Theatre, London. He spent a year traveling to all corners of the world as part of the resident theatre company on board P & O's MV Oriana, performing in 17 production shows including many lead roles. Pantomime appearances have included ensemble in two seasons for the Kings Theatre, Glasgow appearing in Mother Goose and Cinderella and most recently playing the title roles in Peter Pan (Theatre, Royal, Lincoln) and Aladdin (Kenneth More Theatre, Ilford). Hamilton also played the role of Barnaby Tucker in the No 1. UK Tour of Hello, Dolly alongside Anita Dobson and Darren Day.
Sharn [profile page]
	Sharn trained at London Studio Centre. Her theatre credits include Roxie Rochelle in Oh What A Night (UK tour), Martha Reeves in Dancing In The Streets (Cambridge, Aldwych and The Playhouse Theatre), Aretha Franklin in A Tribute To The Stars (Cannes Palm Beach Casino), Chiffon in Little Shop Of Horrors (UK tour), Columbia in The Rocky Horror Show (European tour), One of The Degrees in Sheila Ferguson’s Tribute To The Three Degrees (Grand Theatre Blackpool), A Blues Sister in The Brian Conley Show (Blackpool Opera House, Futurist Theatre, Scarborough and Pavilion Theatre Weymouth), A Solo Vocalist in Variety Nights (Theatre Royal Stratford East), Eadie in Long About Midnight (Lillian Bayliss Theatre), Fairy in Dick Whittington (Peckham Civic Theatre), TV credits include. The Royal Variety Performance (LWT), The Brian Conley Show (LWT), Des O’Connor (LWT), Wogan (BBC), The Richard Whitley Show (Yorkshire TV), Video credits include. Robert Palmer, Brian Conley, The Cambridge Diet. Sharn spent a number of years singing with international female trio The Divas, and is thrilled to be part of the Tovo cast.
Donnla
Donnla trained at LAMDA and recently won the BBC 2008 Carleton Hobbs’ bursary. This has meant working with the BBC Radio Drama Company on a number of Radio 3 and Radio 4 productions. On stage, Donnla has appeared at the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre; the Dublin Theatre Festival ’04 with the Druid Theatre Company, and at the Galway Arts Festival with the Galway Youth Theatre. Her skills include advanced stage combat, and she plays the piano and violin. Donnla also has a B.A.(Hons) in Psychology. Full bio coming soon.
Rachel [profile page]
	Originally from North Wales, Rachel Started her training at a very young age when she attended a local school, The Pearl Shaw school of performing arts. Where she trained in all aspects of the profession until she gained a full scholarship to attend a 3 year course at the the prestigious collage- Laine Theatre Arts. During her time in training Rachel has appeared in numerous professional productions including: 14 Qdos Pantomimes, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, A Night at the Musicals and many variety performances. She has appeared on Top of The Pops and most recently played Rusty in the workshop production of the new musical Raindogs, in Trafalgar Studios London. Rachel is delighted to be a part of the Tovo musical cast and hopes you enjoy singing along with all the cast at home.
Sean
	Sean is thrilled to be part of the Tovo family. Born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island but raised over the border in Rehoboth, Massachusetts, Sean enlisted in the US Navy when he was 17. After serving four years with Good Conduct, he was honourably discharged and decided to pursue a career with absolutely no military resemblance or relevance: acting. He received his BFA in theatre studies from the University of Rhode Island and then moved to London where he attended LAMDA. He graduated in July 2008 and now resides in Crouch End.