The cast of ALIEN: The Musical is composed of 36 adults and 7 children. Some are seasoned performers, while others have tapped into hidden talents to reveal adept acting skill, drawn out by Director Gregg Garner. The musical is also penned by Garner, who composed the original songs by singing quietly into an iPhone on a plane en route to Nashville from Africa.

The cast and crew of ALIEN has developed a bond that goes deeper than the camaraderie of theatre production, sharing a passion for the message of the play and the themes presented that are so relevant in our world today. Believing that this story can be a catalyst for change in the hearts and minds of those who view it is a motivation that charges beyond the love of performance, giving great purpose to those privileged to bring this story to life.

Creatives

writer, Composer
& Director

Gregg Garner is the Founder and Creative Director of The Arts at Center Street and the Center Street Theatre Co. Over the years, he has used his skills as an artist, particularly in the realm of music, photography, and journalism, to benefit audiences both nationally and internationally. He has performed in over a dozen countries and has written songs in five languages. He writes his music and stage plays with the intention to provoke dialogue and propel people to action.

Garner co-wrote and directed the One Act plays "In the Dark" and "What Matters." He also independently wrote and directed the one-act musical "It's Elementary," as well as the intellectual drama “Anonymous” and the comedy “Real Meaningful.”  With the recent success of ALIEN: The Musical, he has been requested to write scripts, songs and musicals for other theatre companies and producers.

Assistant to the director

Sara Davis hails originally from Santa Rosa, California. An avid reader as a child, it was at an early age that she developed a passion for storytelling. She began to write her own stories at the age of 10, and typed her way steadily through high school on a desktop computer nearly as big as she was. She studied cinema and media arts in college, and worked in the film industry in Burbank, CA until moving to Nashville in 2011. 

Sara has worked administratively with the Center Street Theatre Co. since it was established in 2012. She finds new life and lessons in every production she is a part of, but for her, ALIEN: The Musical is special; carrying with it a strong, humanizing message that she hopes will remain with audiences for days, weeks -- even years -- after leaving the theater.

Cast

Jimmy Dolan

This is Cameron’s first show with Center Street Theatre Co. - his grand debut. When Cameron isn’t acting, he works in heating, plumbing, and electric and spends time with his wife and three children. Like the character he plays, Cameron is a hard working and believes in building a better world for his family and his neighbors.

Declan Dolan & Sean O’Neil

Canaan has acted with Center Street Theatre Co. since it began. He was the lead in Elementary and It All Comes Together in the End. He shares the stage with his two brothers, Colin and Cameron. After spending his childhood fighting with his brothers, he now spends his time on the stage, fighting with his brothers.  At least now they’re acting. Mostly. Canaan claims he’s the funniest of his three brothers.

Seamus Dolan & Granpa

Corey has been in numerous shows with Center Street Theatre Co.  (Anonymous, Elementary, and Real Meaningful). Corey’s performances resonate with audiences: He captures complex, often conflicted characters with nuance and passion. He’s excited to take on his most challenging role yet. Sometimes, in preparation for playing Seamus, he stares directly at a picture of a lion.

Niall the foreman & James O'Neil

Seth Davis starred in The Arch Imperial last year. He moved to Nashville from California to become a full-time musician, and ended up becoming a full-time farmer. When he’s not acting, he develops methods for growing bounties of food on small plots of land, with the hopes of sharing his knowledge and skills with farmers in Africa.

Liam & Connor O'Neil

Colin has performed in two productions with Center Street Theatre Co. He played a likable, but shallow barista in Elementary, and an anguished recovering alcoholic in Anonymous.  His performance this year falls somewhere between those two extremes. Colin is the youngest of the three Kagay brothers, but that hasn’t kept him from developing a unique presence on the stage.

Ennis & Finn O'neil

Skylar has been working with Center Street Theatre Co. since it began, but this is his first time acting in a production. He would have acted earlier, but his immense technical knowledge of lights and sounds required him to stay behind the scenes. Along with being a talented actor, and a competent tech-guy, Skylar is also a musician, having toured internationally with the band Unnamed Servant.  

Aiden buckley & Amelio

This is Jason’s first role with Center Street Theatre Co. When Jason isn’t acting, he’s the headmaster of a local Elementary School. He is also the father of 6 children. Nobody's really sure how he made it to all the rehearsals, but he did. Earlier in life, Jason ducked out of an illustrious acting career: He was asked to throw on tights and perform a few scenes for “The Nutcracker” at the Spreckels Theater in San Diego. But the itchiness of the tights were too much for him, so he hung them up, strapped on soccer cleats, and became a professional soccer player instead. After a long interim, he now returns to the stage.

Mr. Eli, Brenton Bishop & Officer Eli

This is Nicholas’s third role with Center Street Theatre Co. He played a nerve-wracked smoker in Anonymous last year. When Nicholas isn’t acting, he’s a really fun and likable guy, unlike most of the characters he ends up playing.

Shanna & Shannon O'neil

Breann Bennecker has acted in 4 shows with Center Street Theatre Co. She excels as a comedic actress. Breann moved to Nashville from Washington 7 years ago. When she’s not acting, Breann manages a kitchen.

Claire & Cassidy o'neil

This is Kristen's first performance with Center Street Theatre Co. She shares the stage with her husband, Corey. Kristin was born in Nashville, and she has been involved in music all her life. She  performed nationally in competitive show choir, and she was casted in the Broadway show Jospeh and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.

Shannon O'brien & Nora o'neil

This is Grace’s second show with Center Street Theatre Co. Her first acting role was a lead role in Elementary, Gregg Garner’s first original musical production. She’s excited to return to the stage. Grace is a talented violinist and a mother of four.

Santiago reyes

This is Robert’s second performance with Center Street Theatre Co. His last role had him playing a hilarious, but wise electrician, a role which demonstrated his ability to move fluidly between seriousness and comedy, silliness and wisdom. It’s this ability that brings his character, Santiago, to life.