JAY BIXLER AS THE COMMON MAN

Originally from Greenville, Mississippi, Jay has been acting and volunteering in community theatre for over 35 years. He is a Marine veteran and has been an active part of Pensacola's theatre community since 2003, acting and directing shows for Pensacola Little Theatre, Pensacola State College, and the Pensacola Shakespeare Company, as well as appearing in local commercials for the Boys & Girls Club of Northwest Florida.

JASON LEWING AS SIR THOMAS MORE

Long time local actor trained at both the Loblolly Theatre in Pensacola and Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, Washington, he has been seen in several PLT’s past productions, including Hand to God as Pastor Greg, The Lieutenant of Inishmore as Christy, The Feast as The Man, and The Nebula of Georgia as Wainwright. He is very happy to return to the stage as Sir Thomas for A Man For All Seasons.

ANTOINE STRIBLING AS RICHARD RICH

A writer and lover of the arts, Antoine is on the Pensacola Museum of Art Board. This is his first performance with Pensacola Little Theatre. When not seeing shows or quoting dialogue over coffee, you can find him weaving words on Planet Antoine.

CHRIS HEANEY AS DUKE OF NORFOLK

A Man For All Seasons is Chris’ second show this season, following his portrayal of King Beast in Disney’s Descendants. He has spent the last seven years as a member of the PLT team, on stage and in the boardroom. The family that is PLT grows closer with each show, and he, along with the entire team, hopes our passion for our art reflects the excitement and dedication that exudes from all of you who support us throughout the year. Chris asks that you enjoy yourself during today’s performance and then look for all the chances you will have to support us in the future.

MEG PELTIER AS LADY ALICE MORE

Meg is thrilled and honored to return to the PLT stage with this talented ensemble of actors. Favorite past PLT roles include Aunt Bonnie Ann in The Nebula of Georgia, Cookie in Rumors, and Sissy in Sordid Lives. Meg’s acting career spans over 40 years, including theatre, TV, radio, commercials, and voice-overs, as well as being an acting teacher and coach. She sends heartfelt thanks and much love to all the PLT staff, volunteers, donors, supporters, and friends who keep theatre alive in Pensacola.

ALEXIS HALL AS LADY MARGARET MORE

Alexis is a veteran of the stage with ten years of theatre under her belt. She was seen most recently as Bernadette Marienthal in PLT’s 23-24 Studio 400 season opener, Little Wars, and credits that as one of her favorite shows she has been a part of. She graduated from UWF with a degree in Communications and a minor in Theatre and spends her time showering her dog, Peach, with love. PLT is Alexis’ home away from home, and she could not be more excited to take on the role of Lady Margaret in A Man For All Seasons.

DAVID WILL MATTHEWS AS CARDINAL WOLSEY

David is happy to return to the PLT stage after playing the role of Lord Capulet in the 2022 production of Unrequited. A few of the roles David has played with PLT over the years are Charlie Anderson in Shenandoah, for which he won the Best Actor award. He also played Big Daddy in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, winning a Featured Actor award, and received the Artistic Excellence Award for his portrayal of Norm in On Golden Pond. He is elated to be a part of the great play and fine ensemble.

ANTHONY MOWAD AS THOMAS CROMWELL

Anthony is excited to return to Pensacola Little Theatre for this production. He previously played Michael in the Studio 400 production of Taking Stock, making this show his Mainstage debut here. Before that, Anthony was active as an actor, director, and playwright at other theaters throughout Florida. This is a special production for Anthony as he’ll celebrate his 50th birthday during rehearsals and marry his true love, SarahBeth, shortly after the production closes. He sends his love to his fiancée and hopes everyone enjoys the show!

L. JEFFREY MARTORELL  AS SIGNOR CHAPUYS

Jeffrey last appeared on the PLT Studio400 stage as Garth Williams in Alabama Story. He has appeared as Falstaff in The Merry Wives of Windsor, Oberon in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Melvyn P. Thorpe in Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast. Special thanks to our fantastic director, Jeff, and incredible cast and  crew for making this a wonderful experience.

YASEEN MOFTAQIR AS CHAPUYS’ ATTENDANT

Yaseen has a bachelor’s in English Literature and Philosophy from the University of West Florida. Though a first-time stage actor, he has received a Crystal Award for participating in the Little Theatre’s outreach team. He works now as a language arts teacher at Ransom Middle School.

DIRK HANSON AS KING HENRY

This is Dirk’s first performance with Pensacola Little Theatre, and he is excited to take part in this production. His love for theatre and acting runs in the family. Dirk was inspired to audition after watching his son Kai perform in PLT’s Disney’s Descendants. When not on stage, you can find Dirk cheering on and supporting his three boys with their love for acting, dancing, and singing!

GARRETT METZLER AS WILLIAM ROPER

Garrett is excited to be back onstage again at Pensacola Little Theatre. You might have seen him last summer as Emmett in Legally Blonde The Musical. After performing in Pensacola throughout the years, some of his past favorite roles include Mercutio (Romeo and Juliet), Scarecrow (The Wizard of Oz), and Will Parker (Oklahoma!). He thanks you tremendously for coming out to support the show and hopes you have a great time.

DONNA QUINN AS THE WOMAN

This will be Donna’s 31st appearance on the PLT stage. Best-loved & awarded productions include Driving Miss Daisy (Daisy), Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Big Momma), Steel Magnolias (Ouiser), and The Glass Menagerie (Amanda Wingfield). She is honored to be on stage once more at PLT with such talented fellow actors.

MATTHEW GOZA AS THOMAS CRANMER

Matthew has been doing theatre since 2016, starting at Jefferson High School with How I Became a Pirate the Musical and Legally Blonde the Musical. Some of his favorite shows from college include  A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Snug), A Christmas Carol (Shopkeeper), Happiest Millionaire (Spike O’Malley), and The Children of Israel (Reuben). He also directed Ransom of Red Chief, Sleeping Beauty, The Whole Town’s Sleeping, and The Shop Around the Corner. After leaving college unexpectedly, Matthew started performing at PLT in 24 Hour Theatre and A Curious Incident of a Dog in the Nighttime (Reverend Peters).

About the directors

Jeff Glickman has directed in New York City, Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Provincetown. At PLT, Jeff has played featured roles in a half dozen productions, earning a Crystal Award for his acting as well as The Ron Roston Service To The Arts Award for his production of Will Mr. Merriwether Return From Memphis.