EDGAR L. FAUCETT
“BUTTONMAKER”
EDGAR L. FAUCETT, a native of Houston, Texas, is a classically trained actor from the young age of seven. His drama coach and mentor, to this day, is Mr. C. Lee Turner of Houston, Texas. Edgar studied Theatre at Lon Morris College in East Texas and continued his studies in Theater Arts at Prairie View A & M University, again under the instruction of C. Lee Turner. In Philadelphia, Edgar has studied his gift and cultivated his craft at “Freedom Theatre”. Edgar also has fond memories of his work with Reformation Lutheran (East Mt. Airy) Church’s Drama Ministry. He has worked the Mt. Airy Church of God in Christ’s, Drama Ministry’s Passion Play, but this time behind the scenes assisting the crew using his training in lighting design. Edgar is a member of the Kingdom Restoration Ministries COGIC, located in the Olney section of Philadelphia, under the dynamic leadership of his Pastor, Friend and Mentor, Elder Norman C. Davenport. A teacher by gift and profession. Theatre is Edgar's “LOVE!” He is so excited to be a part of this production and thanks his Lord and Savior for the opportunity as well as his loving wife, Karmen, for the “push of encouragement” to get back on stage! This is Edgar’s fourth production with Come & See Productions.
HOPE MCDOWELL
“MARY”
HOPE McDOWELL is a native Philadelphian who grew up in the Hunting Park section of the city. Even as a child, she was interested in the creative arts. Her love of the arts began with listening to her mother sing at home and in church. Hope also watched as her aunt expertly crafted jewelry, wedding cakes and sewed amazing garments. Due to this early exposure to creative arts, in Hope’s high school years, she began to work on some of her creative passions. She was involved in the Frankford High School choir and All Philadelphia High School choir (All City Choir). With the All City Choir as well as the Temple University Chorale, Hope has performed on the stage of the Academy of Music and has traveled to compete in music festivals in Vermont and Maryland.
Hope gave her life to Christ when she was 13 years old. During her walk of faith, God spoke into her life early in her college career at Temple University, that instead of working with computers she would be working with children. She has been blessed to be able to do so with the School District of Philadelphia for the last 7 years and the ACE Afterschool Program at Martha Washington School. In both of these positions, Hope has been able to share the God given creative talents she was so passionate about as a child. Hope has also written plays for youth groups at church. This is the 3rd play Hope is doing with Come & See Productions. She plans on taking everything she learns from this experience back to the students she serves and blessing them with a love of the arts the same way God blessed her.
REV. AARON GRAY, SR.
“CHARLIE”
REV. AARON GRAY, SR., a.k.a. Rev. AG, is an Assistant Pastor with Bethel Deliverance International Church under the leadership of Bishop Eric A. Lambert. He wrote and performed a portion of the song, Ain’t Nobody Mad but the Devil for Pamela Sullivan’s stage play The Judgement. He has had a role in Darlene Daughtry’s play Clean Up Your Own Mess, Come & See Productions: Distorted, CKS Productions:The Real Housewives of Bethel, Who Did I Marry? Rev. Gray is also a Licensed Real Estate Agent with Century 21 Advantage Gold and the author of the book God Unplugged: Experiencing Christ in Everyday Life. He is a Philadelphia native married to Teresa Gray and they have three sons and one grand-daughter.
CLIFFORD O’NEILL
“RICARDO”
CLIFFORD O’NEILL was born in Philadelphia, PA; he was educated in the Public and Catholic school systems. Even though he grew up as a very shy kid, he always had an active imagination and a passion for the “make believe”. Clifford was one of many members studying theater under Dorothy Cahan, his high school’s drama teacher, who instilled in him the question “Can You Believe It”? A question he still asks of himself today. Although he dreamed of appearing on the big screen, his passion increased for theater acting while taking Theater/Dance at Philadelphia’s very own Freedom Theater. Clifford would like to thank the countless fellow actors, writers, and directors who believed in his ability to be true to a character.
JACQUELINE JONES
“VERONICA”
JACQUEINE JONES has been involved in theater since elementary school and has not stopped. She minored in Theater in college and continues to pursue her aspirations of being an actress. Her acting abilities come natural and she has been involved in several church plays, movies, television and commercials. Jacqueline not only has an on-camera presence, she is not afraid to work behind the scenes doing crew work as well. Jacqueline gives all the Glory to God for her accomplishments and looks forward to what God has in store for the next phase of her life.
STEPHANIE F.J. WALKER
“LITTLE REDS”
STEPHANIE F.J. WALKER is nineteen years old and resides in South Jersey. She attended the Burlington County Performing Arts Academy for theater arts. Stephanie has written two spoken poetry pieces which she performed alongside a dance company who choreographed their routine to her poems. She placed 6th place for her dramatic pair in the Speech and Theatre Association NJ. Stephanie has performed in the Great White Throne Judgement Drama, Things I Want to Say, but Never Will and the Room.
DAWN C. WATTS-BOLDS
"BRITTANY"
DAWN C. WATTS-BOLDS is a member of Pentecostal Deliverance Tabernacle where Rev. Wallace Dunbar is the Pastor and Reverend Elnora Pratt is the Founder and Overseer. "When the LORD saved me, HE changed my perspective, not my focus." "For we have this treasure in earthen vessels that the excellency of the power be of GOD and not of us." II Corinthians 4:7.
Dawn has always had an interest in creativity and innovation which she expresses through writing short stories, poems and song as well as through her art and acting. She started acting as a child and has worked in approximately 20 productions in some capacity over the years, whether it was as an actor, author or director. Dawn states that she became involved with Come & See Productions because of the steadfastness of love for the LORD and love for souls she saw in the leaders of this ministry. Dawn firmly believes that we are called by JESUS to be a light in this world for HIM and to utilize our GOD given talents and time in that illumination process.
Working within this ministry has been a wonderful expericence as Dawn has reaped the benefits of prayer, worship, encouragement, support and love through the wonderful men and women of this ministry. We are here to glorify HIM!! Dawn desires nothing less than to continue to grow stronger in the LORD, knowing not only of HIS Ways but of HIM as she strives towards perfection to be a vessel of honor unto HIM.
KEYA MIDDLETON
“RAVEN”/"PART OF THE WILL"/"MIME ARTIST"
KEYA MIDDLETON is a 29 year old graduate from Drexel University with her Masters in Dance/ Movement Therapy and Counseling. Keya is usually seen with a white painted face, miming as Selfless Ministry. Keya is a Creative Director for Snap-N-Action Production Co. (a performing Arts company). In this role she hopes to provoke audiences and performers to love and good works through her creativity and choreography. Keya is well versed in mime, hip hop, Dance Theater, theater, jazz, choreography and improv.
While a member of I.U.P’s Dance Theater, she was cast in many roles including: Babes in Toyland as the Toy Maker, Floyd in Pink, an Evening of Percussion and Dance, and Deputy Pete & El Lobo (a remake of Peter and the Wolf).
She took to the stage with something to say in Come & See Productions' previous productions: Distorted, The Quest, and Me, Myself and I. “I value creativity and how Abba employs it in ministry and healing. I love being a part of this type of work and am grateful for individuals like Garfield whose visions promote the Will of God for healing through creativity.” -Keya
BLAIR B. WILSON
“RICARDO”
BLAIR B. WILSON loves the Lord and really enjoys acting with the cast of Buttons. This is Blair’s second production with Come & See Productions. He was previously seen in Me, Myself and I, and had so much fun in that show. He is the father of two, Blair Jr. and Kiana. He is also very proud of his three grandsons, Ethan, Josiah, and Blair III. Blair’s lovely wife Dee has spent thirty-two amazing years of marriage with her ultra busy husband and she is so excited to see this production. Blair has studied his craft of acting and has performed on stage, screen, and television. Some of his credits include Like Mike, The Wire, Michael Clayton, Cover, Cold Case, Law & Order: SVU, Zooman & the Sign, and Twelfth Night. Blair hopes that you enjoy this production and may God continue to bless each and every one of you.
JOSIAH B. RANDLEMAN
“PUPPET”
Josiah has literally been in theater his entire life. He has been participating in theatrical works since he was in early elementary school. Josiah has taken classes and participated in neighborhood theater where he helped to write a children’s script as well as held many lead roles. Josiah has participated in several projects where he has used his artistic expression through the ministry of mime. He will be playing the “Lion” in his middle school’s production of “the Wiz”. He will be attending Central High School in the fall and will be participating in their dramatic arts programs. His artistic strength is acting. This is Josiah’s first lead role with Come & See Productions, but it won’t be his last.
BILLY E. ROSS JR
"SCHEMER"
Billy E. Ross, Jr. is the Founder and CEO of DO WHO? DO YOU! Inc., where he shares personal and impactful stories that teach youth life lessons through comedy. Billy has been sharing his message and mentoring youth for over 20 years. He is a native of San Antonio, Texas, where he graduated from East St. John High School (Reserve, LA), and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Southern University at New Orleans. He is a proud member of Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church Philadelphia, PA), where he serves on the Greeters Ministry. He is also a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Billy currently works at the Department of Veterans Affairs and is a veteran of the United States Army.
This is Billy’s first production as an actor with Come & See Productions. Billy decided to come and see what Come & See Productions was all about and after watching just one rehearsal he decided that he wanted to be a part. Billy started off helping out as a production assistance but before the production hit the stage was given a small role on the stage. Billy has decided to take on a more challenging role in this production and looks forward to being used by God in this way.
JADE JONES
“YOUNG BRITTANY”/"PART OF THE WILL"
JADE JONES is a God fearing, energetic, fun loving nine year old. Jade has been acting since she could walk and talk. She began her acting career doing church plays for the Sunday School Department at Mt. Airy COGIC and then began doing plays in school. Jade has recently began her movie career and is anticipating the release in 2017. Jade enjoys acting but she also sings on the school choir, does Praise Dance at church and numerous other sports and activities. Jade is grateful to use her talents for the up building of the Kingdom of God!
MADISON BLAIR WRIGHT
"PART OF THE WILL"/PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Madison Blair Wright is 12 years old. She attends Saint Athanasuis School and is in the 7th grade. Madison can be shy but also outgoing once she warms up to you. She loves to listen to music, dance and make videos. She is currently a member of SnapCo Dance company, and has been a member of the youth praise dancers of Bethesda Christian Fellowship, where she is a member as well. She is currently performing in the stage play "Buttons", written and directed by Garfield Randleman. Madison enjoys being herself and at times by herself. She loves family and friends and having fun. She knows who God is and how important he is in her life. There is an amazing journey ahead for this young lady.
AMILIYA AILI SMITH
“CHARLIE'S DAUGHTER” (Video)
Amiliya is a 9 year old aspiring actress from Philadelphia, PA. She is a 3rd grader at St. Athanasius School and 3rd year student at the MacGuffin Theater Company of Philadelphia. She has had roles as a chorus member in the musical production "Caps for Sale" and starred as the Queen in "Chicken Little". This is her first production with Come & See Productions. She attends Bethesda Christian Fellowship Church.
BERGEN CROCKAM
"DANCE ARTIST"/ “CHARLIE'S WIFE” (Video)
Bergen has been acting since she was 16 years old, her first performance being in a church skit. At 18 she was a dancer in ”A Dead Man Walking” for 3 years. She then went on to become a part of the cast of "A Lover of My Soul", "A Georgia Christmas" and "Mr. Steal, Kill, and Destroy". While in school Bergen had a double majoring in Education and Theatre with a dance minor. Bergen decided to take a break from the professional stage to further pursue her schooling. Her desire is to increase her understanding and knowledge about what she loves to do “performing on stage and leading people in this world to the kingdom of God".