Aniela Stanek

antigone

Aniela Stanek is a second-year undergraduate student at McGill studying English Literature as well as Drama and Theatre. Their training includes classical and musical theatre voice as well as piano. Aniela has been performing in Montreal for the past year; their recent credits include Little Women (Starcatcher Productions), Cinderella (WISTA), and Iolanthe (McGill Savoy Society). Aniela is very excited to be a part of such a poignant and relevant production as Antigone.

Nikhil Girard

kreon

Nikhil Girard is a third year undergraduate student studying English Cultural Studies and Sociology. He has been acting for as long as he can remember, through both film and theatre. Nikhil recently completed Shakespeare training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, having been cast as Romeo in the end production of Romeo And Juliet. He is ecstatic to perform on stage once more, and thanks you sincerely for coming to the show!

Griphon
Hobby-Ivanovici

haemon

Griphon Hobby-Ivanovici (He/Him) is a recent graduate of the Dawson Theatre Program. Within the program he acted in multiple productions including “Clue”, “The speculator”, and “Machinal”. Upon graduating he acted in “Cheers!” At the Montreal fringe festival. Griphon strives for art that can affect change, even if it’s just in one person. He is extremely grateful to take part in this new adaptation of Antigone and be given another opportunity to perform live theatre.

Neela
Perceval-Maxwell

ismene

Neela (she/her) is a first-year undergrad studying classics and history. She is very excited to be part of telling a story as moving and relevant as Antigone, and to be diving into the world of McGill theatre for the first time. She enjoys writing, singing, playing the flute, and reading about theatre history. She has previously acted in the plays Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, Idiot’s Delight, and Ars Moriendi. Thank you for supporting local theatre!

Nicholas Cho

eurydice

Nicholas Cho (he/they) is an aspiring actor, playwright, and director. Having previously made his first-ever theatre debut at TNC Theatre’s ‘Six Characters in Search of an Author’, he’s delighted to make a return to the stage in ‘Antigone’ for his second play. They’ve also directed, written, and acted in two plays for TNC’s 48 hour playfest. They’re thrilled to be in a dress again. Dude looks like a lady!

Brendan Lindsay

sentry

Brendan Lindsay (He/They) is delighted to be performing as The Sentry in his first theatre production in many years. Coming from a background in improv and dance, Brendan has recently performed in short films Frankentwink as Dr. Frankie and in ANTIFA WITCHES as Drag Queen #2. He is currently in his final semester at Concordia University pursuing a BSc Major in Biology.

Sarah Shoff

tiresias

Sarah (she/her) is a third-year undergrad student at McGill studying classical voice. Sarah has previously performed in opera, musical theater, and straight plays, as well as worked on publicity and social media for various productions and theaters. Select credits include Cinderella in Into the Woods (SCH Academy Players) and Angelica in the operatic adaptation of The Hours (The Philadelphia Orchestra). She’d like to thank her friends for encouraging her to return to theatre and make her McGill debut with this wonderful new adaptation. Hear her plainly: thank you for supporting this production!

Sam Snyders

the bartender

On the precipice of the real world post-grad, Sam is pleased to play pretend for a little while in Antigone. An actor, director, and stage manager, Sam has had the pleasure of working on several McGill student productions, including Medea (Player’s), Sphinx (TNC) and Pomona (Dept. of English). He most recently played Pierre in Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 with the Arts Undergraduate Theatre Society. Thank you for supporting live theatre!!

Megan Siow

handmaiden x makeup artist

Megan (she/her) is an actor as well as stage and production manager, absolutely thrilled to be a part of this wonderful adaptation of Antigone. She has previously worked as the development assistant at Centaur Theatre and stage managed The Road to Hell at Player's Theatre. Select acting credits include Kleopatra in The Suicide (TNC) and Ursula in Sweet Charity (Arts Undergraduate Theatre Society). Megan is currently the production manager of the Tuesday Night Cafe Theatre.

Luca Mcandrew

advisor

Luca McAndrew (he/they) is a second year undergrad studying cognitive science and gender studies at McGill university. He is no stranger to the stage and was most recently in Dress Rehearsal as part of the McGill Drama fest in 2024. Catch him in two more upcoming productions: The One Act Play That Goes Wrong with players theater, debuting in February 2025, and The Seagull debuting in March 2025. Luca is so excited to be working with the cast and crew of Antigone, and can’t wait to see you in the audience.

Zoey Davis

captain x sound designer

Having just finished her undergrad in biology at Concordia University, Zoey is thrilled to be making her return to theatre after far too long. You may have seen her previously as #8 in Sub Rosa Theatre Company’s production of The Wolves. Zoey got her start in both sound design and acting in AudioVerse award winning podcasts such as Tranthologies and Neighbourly. She is very thankful to everyone involved in this production for letting her get “crazy style” with the sound design.

Alicia Ibanez

lieutenant

Alicia Ibanez is a first-year student at McGill University studying Anthropology and Liberal Arts. Driven by the passion of theater and music, Alicia played flute and piccolo in the pit for the productions Cinderella and Whoville. The productions were nothing fancy—just small musicals in a humble midwestern town—but upon seeing the cast practice and perform, Alicia grew curious to join the fray. Besides her limitations in scripted performances, Alicia has discipline in improv acting starting from the young age of 11, and won multiple “best of the night” duet and group improv awards at local Quad City competitions. Alicia is excited to participate in her first play as a cast member and hopes to further expand her acting skills in the future.

Mia Heron

private

Mia is a second year environmental biology student at McGill. In recent years, Mia has found a love for the theatre which has only grown under Antigone’s production. This will be her first time performing and she is proud to be a part of such an amazing team. She hopes the audience will enjoy this new adaptation of Antigone and appreciate the political relevance of the show.

Penny Hruby

rico

Penny (she/her) is a third-year student at McGill studying Honors Classics and History. This is her third time performing in the McGill Classics Play after playing Arete in The Argonautica and a Chorus member in Phaedra. Outside of the theater, Penny is the President of the McGill Classics Students Association and an avid Snoopy enthusiast! She would like to thank you for coming to the show and proving that ancient theater is still relevant today!

Charley Tamagno

kowalski

Charley (they/them) is a second-year at McGill from Berkeley, California, studying Linguistics and International Development Studies. They decided to audition for Antigone after noting the disappointing shortfall of fine arts programming at McGill. After a 5-year hiatus from theatre, they are excited to join Antigone’s ensemble in their first acting role since middle school.

Laurie Sadoun

skipper

Laurie is a third-year McGill student studying Medieval History and Classics. Having performed as a ballet dancer for 13 years, she is excited to return to the stage with her very first play! Laurie is a VP Events for the Classics Students’ Association and is thrilled to finally take part in this pillar of the McGill Classics community. She’d like to thank her close good friends and her cat, Pudding.

Catherine Zeps

artist

Catherine is a first-year from San Diego who has directed and acted in various short films over her time in high school. In addition to acting, she is a classical pianist who has performed in galas, concerts, and recitals, among other events. She has also featured in productions from many different time periods, styles, and roles (The Outsiders, Pride and Prejudice, Reckless, Frankenstein) and is excited to debut her career in performance at McGill in this role. Her reminder to those attending: art is resistance!

Mila Trechnievski

scholar

Mila is a 2nd year Life Science major at McGill who wishes to reignite her love for acting. She has had the pleasure to work with Singapore Creations Etc. in the past, including projects such as “Memories and Dreams” and “Hot Of The Press!” short films. In addition, you may have seen her featured as an extra in multiple projects such as her short stint at Universal Studios “Halloween Horror Nights”. Overall, she’s ecstatic to be given an opportunity to act in the show Antigone!

Sukey Ptashnik

socialite

Sukey Ptashnik is a 2nd year student studying English, Drama and Theatre, and Communication Studies at McGill University. She discovered an appreciation for performance arts and theatre while training in dance at Opera Atelier, taking on roles in various ballets, a highlight being her portrayal of Swanhilda in Coppélia. She attended an arts-focused high school where she was heavily involved in the drama program. She is very excited to be part of this production of Antigone and becoming more involved in Montreal’s theatre scene.

Lucy Delmotte

polynices

Lucy Delmotte (she/her) is a Montreal-based actor currently finishing up her final year at Concordia University in Acting for the Theatre where she has starred in various productions including Oresteia, Life is a Dream, and Glitter Glue (I am filled with uncontrollable rage). Her other works within the Montreal theatre community include a recent adaptation of Romeo and Juliet with Cherry Nova Productions, as well as a production of The Wolves with Sub Rosa Theatre Company. You can catch her in two upcoming fringe shows with groups Funny I’m Home and the Actors Combatant Collective. She is a Fight Directors Canada certified intermediate stage combatant and is incredibly excited to join this amazing cast and crew in telling this epic story.

Noa De
Gasperis Tedesco

eteocles

Noa De Gasperis is an intermediate certified stage combatant with Fight Directors Canada and graduating student of Concordia University’s Theatre program. You can catch her upcoming projects in The Seagull with TNC Theatre and at the Montreal Fringe with the Actors Combatant Collective for more fighting. Noa’s recent work includes; Concord Floral with Concordia Uni. Theatre, Pig Earth with Strands of The Night, or her directorial debut of the Wolves with Sub Rosa Theatre Company. She is very excited to be a part of such a gruelling show!

Caroline Little

adaptation playwright

Caroline Little is a writer, poet, and playwright born in Toronto. They are a recent graduate from McGill University, and are currently pursuing their Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at the University of British Columbia. They had two plays produced at Players Theatre in Montreal: The Great God Pan is Dead (2025) and Coping Mechanisms (2024). Their work can be found in The Veg, chouette literary, and elsewhere.

Madelyn Mackintosh

director x dramaturge

Madelyn Mackintosh is a student director based in Montréal, with a background in stage management, acting, and technical theatre. Most recently, through McGill University, she directed At Midnight with Players’ Theatre (2023), appeared as Vivienne Kensington in Legally Blonde: The Musical (2024), and directed POTUS with TNC Theatre (2024). For the past year, she has been developing and directing a contemporary adaptation of Antigone in partnership with co-writer Caroline Little, translator Adam Zanin, and the McGill Classics department. Madelyn is drawn to politically charged theatre, creating work that interrogates power while reminding audiences of their shared responsibility - and collective capacity - to act with courage in the face of injustice.

Adam Zanin

translator

More information coming soon!

Hannah Liben

stage manager

Hannah is a recent graduate from a psychology bachelor’s and thanks god for this production saving her from eternal post-grad syndrome. This is one of the biggest and coolest shows she has ever stage managed, so good luck and DON’T fuck it up ;)

Vianne Nickel

assistant stage manager

Vianne Nickel has been involved in theatre at McGill for the past 2 years and has enjoyed every role they’ve had. Starting with acting and now Backstage Managing for Tuesday Night Café Theatre, they were delighted to take on the job of Assistant Stage Managing. They’d like to thank their director and stage manager for letting them expand their theatre experience and get to work with all these talented and wonderful people. As a History Major who’s dabbled in Classics, they’d also like to thank the Classics Department for producing this production of Antigone.

Lynn Kozak

producer

More information coming soon!

Kyle Munns

treasurer

More information coming soon!

Sol Blanco

lighting designer x operator

Sol is a fourth year psychology student at McGill who is beyond thrilled to be working on this production of Antigone. They have worked as lighting designer and operator on several TNC productions and after a quick hiatus to direct a play (The Grown-Ups, TNC), they are excited to return to working on lighting up the stage (literally). Audiences should brace themselves for the wonder that is this production.

Zoey Davis

captain x sound designer

Having just finished her undergrad in biology at Concordia University, Zoey is thrilled to be making her return to theatre after far too long. You may have seen her previously as #8 in Sub Rosa Theatre Company’s production of The Wolves. Zoey got her start in both sound design and acting in AudioVerse award winning podcasts such as Tranthologies and Neighbourly. She is very thankful to everyone involved in this production for letting her get “crazy style” with the sound design.

Lisa Colleoni

sound operator

Lisa is a third-year student at McGill studying Sciences with a minor in Music Applications of Technology. Passionate about the intersection of science, sound, and the arts, she has developed a strong interest in sound recording, music production and live sound. Usually working with musicians, she is excited to apply her developing skills in a theatre setting. She is thrilled to contribute behind the scenes as part of such a collaborative and dedicated team.

Juliette Levy-Gay

tech assistant x sfx operator

Juliette is in her second year studying psychology at McGill and is so excited to return to the theatre this term with Antigone! Although she has never (and will never) take the stage as an actor, Juliette always loves to work behind-the-scenes. Since coming to McGill, she has worked as a stage manager, lighting designer, and sound operator, and can't wait to continue on this path as Tech Assistant for Antigone. She is so glad to finally show off this amazing team and all the hard work put into this show!

Elli Greenbaum

front of house manager

Elli is in her second year at McGill studying environmental science with a minor in international development. She used to dabble as a light and sound operator in high school and is recently trying to get back into being a helping hand in the magic that goes on behind the curtains of a live theatre production! She is delighted to re-enter the theatre world as the FOH Manager + Headset Operator for this show and invites you to immerse yourself in this amazing adaptation of Antigone.

Leila Pivato

costume designer

A lover of both vintage fashion and ancient tragedy, Leila worked as costume designer for the past two Classics plays, Phaedra and Argonautica, in addition to Player’s Theatre’s Medea and Thyestes. Majoring in Biology and Math with a third major in Classics, Leila is in her final year at McGill. If she's not writing out her ancient Greek translations or doing her differential calc homework you can probably find her working in McGill’s dinosaur fossil prep lab, obsessing over Mugler runways or listening to Lady Gaga.
Fav classical tragedy: Euripides’ Bacchae
Fav fashion moment: Lady Gaga's 2009 MTV Paparazzi look!

Tessa Lupkowski

costume assistant

Tessa is an actor, cosplayer and dancer who appreciates fine costumery and bringing whimsy and style to everyday dress. She has several drawers filled with fabric and patterns for clothing that she’d like to make for herself, and, on occasion, she completes these projects. Her present sewing projects include a top, some shorts and a Scarlet Witch costume. Tessa could previously be seen acting on stage in TNC’s 2023 production of The Suicide and MBC’s 2024 production of Pindorama.

Nicholas Cho

costume assistant

Nicholas Cho (he/they) is an aspiring actor, playwright, and director. Having previously made his first-ever theatre debut at TNC Theatre’s ‘Six Characters in Search of an Author’, he’s delighted to make a return to the stage in ‘Antigone’ for his second play. They’ve also directed, written, and acted in two plays for TNC’s 48 hour playfest. They’re thrilled to be in a dress again. Dude looks like a lady!

Magdalena Alvarez

set designer

Magda is a third year Art History student with an English Theatre and Drama minor. She has set designed extensively throughout her university career and is thrilled to continue to do so on this production.

Claire Thomas

assistant set designer

Claire is a third year English Literature and Political Science student. Most recently, she was a costume designer for the TNC production of The Grown-Ups, but she is overjoyed to return to assisting the brilliant Magda.

Elizabeth
Ortiz-De-Zarate

assistant set designer

Elizabeth is in her first year at McGill, studying in the English Cultural Studies program, while minoring in World Cinema. She has an ever growing passion for filmmaking. In hopes of pursuing a path of creative direction in cinema and entertainment, she dedicates her spare time into independent film projects. With Antigone, she’s super eager to expand her experience in theatre production, as well as further explore the art of set design and visual storytelling. @odz_films

Risa Tobin

prop master

Risa is a third year music student and has previously played in the pit for various productions including Alan Menken’s “Newsies”. In addition to this she worked in a woodshop for 7 years and is excited to put her skills to use in this show.

Michelle Arancibia Gonzalez

run crew

Michelle is a third-year History major, minoring in Classics & Medieval Studies. Having previously worked in high school theatre productions and improv workshops, she has been curious about stepping back into the world of theatre. Taking a small break from Ancient Rome and Arthurian knights, Michelle is excited to aid in this production of Sophocles’ famous work.

Elysian Coache

makeup artist

Ely Coache (They/He/She) is in their second year of their bachelor's degree in Art History with a minor in Gender and Sexuality. They are also a 2024 graduate from John Abbott College’s Professional Theatre Design Program. More recently, he served as the Head of Wardrobe Department for Contact Theatre's production of the musical Cabaret (May 2025) and thrives in creative-visual roles. With experience as an assistant stage manager, head of properties department, sewist, hair/makeup/costume dresser, costume designer, usher, and more, she is thrilled to assist in McGill’s Classics Department’s production of Antigone. Long Live the Arts!

Camilia Colignon

makeup artist

Camilia (she/her) is a 2nd year student double majoring in Political Science & History, and a proud member of the executive team of McGill’s French public speaking club. A former competitive figure skater, she spent years training and performing at a professional level- an experience that took her to shows, tours and galas, where she also picked up the art of stage makeup that actually stays put (….because skating is not exactly gentle).On top of all, Camilia had the chance to step into the spotlight as Antigone in a production of Jean Anouilh’s French adaptation, and she’s kept a soft spot for classic theatre ever since !

Kim Ostberg

makeup artist x blood tech

Kim (she/her) is French, thus a hater at heart (jk, I’m just oversensitive). * I love blood * Keep slaying pookies, bye <3

Megan Siow

handmaiden x makeup artist

Megan (she/her) is an actor as well as stage and production manager, absolutely thrilled to be a part of this wonderful adaptation of Antigone. She has previously worked as the development assistant at Centaur Theatre and stage managed The Road to Hell at Player's Theatre. Select acting credits include Kleopatra in The Suicide (TNC) and Ursula in Sweet Charity (Arts Undergraduate Theatre Society). Megan is currently the production manager of the Tuesday Night Cafe Theatre.

Tara Raman

hair stylist

Tara is a 3rd year Classic’s student with a minor in English Literature. She is the Editor in Chief of Hirundo, the Classic’s Undergraduate Research Journal, and the VP Events of the CSA. She is ecstatic to bring her Classic’s knowledge to the hair department! She had previously worked for the hair and makeup department for a production of Alice in Wonderland (the Canadian International School of Singapore). She would like to thank her family who have encouraged her cosmetic dreams and her friends for supporting her during the production.

Noah Labranche

fight choreographer

More information coming soon!

Sarah Shoff

publicity co-coordinator

Sarah (she/her) is a third-year undergrad student at McGill studying classical voice. Sarah has previously performed in opera, musical theater, and straight plays, as well as worked on publicity and social media for various productions and theaters. Select credits include Cinderella in Into the Woods (SCH Academy Players) and Angelica in the operatic adaptation of The Hours (The Philadelphia Orchestra). She’d like to thank her friends for encouraging her to return to theatre and make her McGill debut with this wonderful new adaptation. Hear her plainly: thank you for supporting this production!

Dana Prather

publicity co-coordinator

Dana is an emerging theatre artist, multidisciplinary creative, and arts administrator hailing from Treaty 7 Territory. A recent graduate of McGill University, they are now based in Tiohtià:ke. Dana has proudly worn many hats in the theatre community, including performer, director, intimacy director, publicist, producer, and more. Previously, they have contributed to publicity for Tuesday Night Cafe Theatre, Brique par Brique’s Monsoon Festival, and the world premiere of Men Express Their Feelings (Downstage Theatre).
Coming up, they are co-producing and publicizing Simmer Fest, a festival of experimental feminist performance works, for Imago Theatre.

Simone Cimprich

publicity co-coordinator

Simone is in her first year at McGill studying Kinesiology and is excited to be behind the scenes on her first university production and Antigone! She has been involved with theatre in high school previously in lighting, props, and makeup. She is ecstatic to be a publicity associate for Antigone and hopes you enjoy the show!

Janna Toubal

photographer

Janna is a third-year Communication Studies student at Concordia University with an interest in photography and filmmaking. Having recently ventured into concert photography, she is excited to explore new territory in theatre photography in McGill’s adaptation of Antigone. She is drawn to capturing movement and emotion on stage and is looking forward to documenting the energy of this production. You can find her work on her website (jannat.myportfolio.com) or on her Instagram page (janna.prproj).