North American Tour Cast

RACHEL SIMONE WEBB

Juliet

RACHEL SIMONE WEBB

Broadway: & Juliet Original Broadway Company (Ensemble, u/s Juliet). Regional: Theatre Aspen Hairspray (Dynamite, u/s Li’l Inez), Casa Mañana Smokey Joes Cafè (Brenda). Touring: Kristin Chenoweth’s For The Girls (featured singer). Education: Rachel is a proud graduate of Texas State Musical Theatre 2020. Growing up in the various music scenes of Dallas, Texas, Rachel began crafting her love of live singing and performance from a young age. She participated in local talent shows in her hometown of De Soto and in Dallas-proper, and much of her training came from her high school choral programs (De Soto High School and Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts), as well as The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, also known as TBAAL. She also trained in a few cities with the Broadway Dreams Foundation. She has loved receiving information from as many organizations and schools as possible. There is no denying her connection to her faith and how she truly feels blessed to share her gift with audiences across the country. The & Juliet company has immensely shifted her personal artistry and professional career alike. Rachel’s gratitude flows to Max, Eva, Theresa, and Tim. You can find her at www.rachelswebb.com IG: @rachelsimwebb. TT: @rachelsimonewebb.

PAUL-JORDAN JANSEN

Lance

PAUL-JORDAN JANSEN

He/him. Paul-Jordan is excited to be joining the touring company of & Juliet! Broadway: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Regional: Sweeney Todd, Beauty and the Beast, and The Wizard of Oz at Paramount Theatre; The Last Ship (Regional Premiere), Once on This Island, and The Count of Monte Cristo (US Premiere) at Pioneer Theatre Company; The Prince of Egypt (World Premiere) at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Proud Clevelander, Penn Stater, husband, and cat dad. Always for my family.

TEAL WICKS

Anne

TEAL WICKS

Teal Wicks has established herself as a leading lady of Broadway, originating the roles of Lady in The Cher Show, Mary Barrie in Finding Neverland, and Emma Carew in the revival of Jekyll & Hyde. Teal made her Broadway debut as Elphaba in Wicked after playing the role to critical acclaim in the Los Angeles and San Francisco companies. Off-Broadway and across the US, she has created lead roles in the premieres of The Blue Flower (Second Stage/A.R.T.), Piece Of My Heart (Signature Theatre NYC), The Ballad of Little Jo (Two River Theatre), Last Days of Summer (George Street Playhouse), Life of the Party (TheatreWorks, w/ Andrew Lippa), and Fahrenheit 451 (59E59),as well as starring in productions at Signature Theatre, The Muny, Broadway Sacramento, Goodspeed Musicals, Casa Mañana, and Bay Street Theater. TV/Streaming appearances include “Étoile” and “The Peripheral” on Amazon, “The Night Agent” on Netflix, “NCIS: New Orleans,” “Evil,” “Elementary,” “The Good Wife,” “Chicago Justice.” Teal has brought her unique powerhouse performance to stages worldwide from intimate NYC cabarets to international orchestras and can be heard on various cast recordings. @tealwicks.

COREY MACH

Shakespeare

COREY MACH

Broadway: Merrily We Roll Along (2024 Tony Award winner for Best Musical Revival), Kinky Boots, Hands on a Hardbody, Godspell. Tours: Wicked, Flashdance, Rent. Off-Broadway: Merrily We Roll Along (New York Theatre Workshop), Invisible Thread (Second Stage), Chix 6 (La MaMa). Regional Premieres: Sara Bareilles’ Waitress at American Repertory Theater, Mystic Pizza at Ogunquit Playhouse, Mrs. Miller Does Her Thing opposite Debra Monk & Boyd Gaines at Signature Theatre (directed by James Lapine), Tim Rice’s From Here to Eternity at The REV, and Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Great Lakes Theater Festival & Idaho Shakespeare Festival. TV guest star roles in “Elsbeth,” “Uncoupled,” “FBI,” and “The Blacklist.” Corey also is the creator and director of the acclaimed NYC concert series Broadway Sings, now in its 13th year. @coreymach @broadway_sings.

NICK DRAKE

May

NICK DRAKE

They/them. From St. Louis, Missouri, they grew up performing at The Muny as a child and decided to extend their education in musical theatre at Baldwin Wallace University. Nick’s other theatre credits include Back to the Future (Reginald/ Goldie/Marvin Berry cover), Kinky Boots (Angel/Lola cover), Ain’t Too Proud (Swing/Dance Captain), and Hadestown (Assistant Choreographer). TV and film credits include Fire Island (Hulu), “Saturday Night Live” (NBC), and “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” (NBC). Instagram: @nickxdrake #YJ4l

KATHRYN ALLISON

Angélique

KATHRYN ALLISON

Allison is the 2014 winner of NYMF’s Next Broadway Sensation. Three months later, she made her Broadway debut in Aladdin! Since then, Allison has graced the stage in two more Broadway musicals: Wicked and the 2021 Tony-winning revival of Company. Most recently they were seen across the country playing Sarah in the First National Tour of Company. Allison released her debut album Something Real in 2019 to audience acclaim; produced by Grammy winner Dominic Fallacaro. Allison has premiered her solo shows to sold-out venues at Paper Mill Playhouse, 54 Below, Rockwood Music Hall, and Joe’s Pub. Some of her favorite TV/Film/VO include: Showtime’s “Our Cartoon President,” John Cameron Mitchell’s “Anthem: Homomunculus,” “Whose Amazing Start?” for Wondery Kids, “The Bachelorette,” and “The GAG.” Allison believes that her role as an artist and a citizen in society are linked and carries that through her creative practice wherever she goes. To keep up with her latest dates, check her website, www.Kathryn-Allison.com Instagram: @kathryndallison Tiktok: @kathryndallison_

MICHAEL CANU

Romeo

MICHAEL CANU

Michael is making his national tour debut! Theatre credits: Footloose (Ren), Mamma Mia (Sky), A Chorus Line (Mark). He is a graduate of the musical theatre program at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. Sending much love to his family and friends. Endless thanks to the terrific creatives, Stephen, Leslie, and the team at Buchwald! @michael_canu.

MATEUS LEITE CARDOSO

François

MATEUS LEITE CARDOSO

Mateus is so honored to be a part of the & Juliet First National Tour as Francois. Previous credits include A Beautiful Noise (Broadway) and other NYC workshops. Thank you to A&R, Abby and Leorah, BW, and a minha família.

NAIMA ALAKHAM

Lady Capulet, Nell, u/s Juliet, u/s Angelique

NAIMA ALAKHAM

Ecstatic to embark on this new journey, Naima was most recently seen on the National Tour of Jagged Little Pill. A proud graduate of The New Studio on Broadway at NYU Tisch. Regional: Dreamgirls (Effie, Paramount Theatre); Little Shop of Horrors (Crystal, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley). Endless gratitude to her parents, friends, and agents. @naima.andreana_

CAMILLE BROOKS

Judith, u/s Juliet

CAMILLE BROOKS

She/her. National tour debut!! Regional: Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812; Mamma Mia! Recent graduate of BWMT ’24. Endless love and thanks to my family, friends, The Mine, C12 casting, and the entire & Juliet team! @camilleabrooks

NELLA COLE

Eleanor, Benvolio

NELLA COLE

Nella is thrilled to join & Juliet! Broadway: The Illusionists. Television: “The Last OG” (TBS). Theatre: Pretty Woman Nat’l Tour, Becoming Nancy, This Ain’t No Disco, Cruel Intentions. Nella is a pop recording artist with music available on all download and streaming platforms! IG/TikTok: @thatgurlnella

LOIS ELLISE

Susanna, Swing, u/s Juliet

LOIS ELLISE

National tour debut! Regional: Dreamgirls (McCarter Theatre), Once on This Island (Oregon Shakespeare Festival), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (The Rev Theatre). International: Hairspray (RCCL), SIX (NCL). BFA Central Michigan University. Special thanks to my family, friends, Take3Talent, Josselyne Herman & Associates, and the & Juliet team! James 1:12.

ISHMAEL GONZALEZ

Gregory, u/s May

ISHMAEL GONZALEZ

A multifaceted creative from Miami, FL, Ishmael is ecstatic to continue their family’s artistic lineage with & Juliet. With a family full of visual, musical, and dancing artists, it was no mistake that Ishmael found their way to the stage. Ishmael is interested in exploring the multiple aspects of themself as an artist, designer, choreographer, and devised theater maker. They are deeply grateful to their family, friends, educators, and Vision Entertainment for the lessons and love. TV: “Doom Patrol.” NYC Workshops: ¡Americano!, Like Father, Llermo! NWSA & YoungArts 18’. UNCSA 22’. @ishmoves. Para mis ángeles Julio, Mima y Zoraida.

KENNETH ONESIMUS GOUBRAN

Augustine, u/s François

KENNETH ONESIMUS GOUBRAN

Kenneth Onesimus Goubran is an Egyptian-American multi-disciplinary artist from NY. Whether he is singing and tap-dancing in a show (White Christmas, Cabaret), flying out to Germany to rap and B-Boy for the German Parliament (Hip Hop Re-Education Project), writing the score for a short film (“Ladies Night”), acting in a new musical (Take the Lead), or playing bass and drums for original works and musical artists in NYC (Tali Golergant, Caroline Elise, MER), Kenneth always brings joy, commitment, and passion to everything he does. Special thanks to Mom, Dad, family, friends, and everyone in between who has been a positive force in his life. (BFA-NYU Tisch)

SHELBY GRISWOLD

Lucy, u/s Anne, u/s Angelique

SHELBY GRISWOLD

Shelby is thrilled to be making her national tour debut with this amazing company. Previously seen in SIX on NCL (Jane Seymour) and CATS: The Jellicle Ball (u/s Demeter/Victoria). Based in NYC. When not on stage, Shelby can be seen behind a camera working as a photographer and brand consultant. Check out her Instagram (@shelby__griswold) for more! Hugs of gratitude to her family and friends for their unconditional love and keeping her sane and supported! BWMT’20.

CHRISTOPHER ROBERT HANFORD

Henry, u/s Shakespeare, u/s Romeo

CHRISTOPHER ROBERT HANFORD

Excited & grateful to be joining the & Juliet family. Tour: An Officer & a Gentleman (First National). Off-Broadway: Cher Chez La Femme. Regional: Legally Blonde, Hairspray at Playhouse on the Square, Saturday Night Fever at the John W. Engeman Theatre at Northport. He would like to thank his family & friends for all their love and support, as well as the teams at & Juliet, C12 Casting, and Hell’s Kitchen Agency for believing in him! @thechristopherhanford

JOURDAN IBE

Lennox, Swing, u/s May

JOURDAN IBE

National tour debut! Favorite credits: Faaabulous! The Show (Las Vegas, NV), Universal Studios Japan (Osaka, Japan). Many thanks to the & J team for this opportunity, to my friends and family for their unwavering support, and to Mrs. Ramirez for igniting the spark of possibility in me. @jourdan.ibe

JOSH JORDAN

Richard, u/s Romeo, u/s Shakespeare

JOSH JORDAN

Josh (JJ) is an actor, singer/songwriter, and choreographer from Nashville, TN. When not performing, he loves filmmaking and exploring nature. Much love to the C12 team, Dave and Alyssa, Sierra, and the fam. LUKE 12:27.

NICOLE LAMB

Margaret, Swing, u/s Anne

NICOLE LAMB

National tour: Aladdin (Jasmine understudy/Swing). Off-Broadway: Relapse. Other: SIX on NCL Bliss (K Howard), Junie B. Jones (Junie B.). TV/Film: “The First Lady” (Showtime), “Legacies” (The CW), Son of the South (Amazon). Many thanks to creative/casting teams. Love to God, my amazing family, CTG, and Lynne. @coleylamb

YOSHI MAYSONET

Dion

YOSHI MAYSONET

Born and raised in Lawrence, Massachusetts, where they learned to dance merengue, salsa, and bachata. They trained at the Performing Fine Arts Lawrence High School, doing ballet and Latin American cultural dances. They spent a couple of years with the company Expressive Movement and trained, traveled, and performed in Boston, Barcelona, and Canada. Yoshi learned hip-hop foundations, explored more freestyle movement, and the battle scene. They were accepted into the Professional Semester program at Broadway Dance Center. They continued to train in ballet, contemporary, lyrical, street jazz and hip-hop. Once their semester was over, Yoshi signed with Clear Talent Agency. In the beginning of 2022, Yoshi became an understudy for the show B_TTERLAND for the company Shinsa and is now a Shinsa member. Yoshi continues to perform for Leg Up on Life, a fundraiser for the LGBTQIA+ community, and continues to help and support as much as they can. They had the opportunity to perform with the cast of & Juliet on “America’s Got Talent,” with Meghan Trainor on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” and recently finished touring with the company iLuminate as a principal character. Yoshi continues to train and create connections with those around them. They love building in the community and keeping dance a safe haven for others. Yoshi is always ready to learn more and grow through their journey with dance.

USMAN ALI MUGHAL

Lord Capulet, Sly, Bouncer, u/s Lance

USMAN ALI MUGHAL

Broadway: Life of Pi. Regional: American Rep, The Old Globe, Signature Theatre, Transcendence Theatre, Cortland Rep. Film/TV: Wonder Woman 1984, Kringle Time, Heather Has Four Moms. BFA MT Ithaca College. I’m nothing without my Ammi. Abbas, Ayaan, & Aydin made me the role model I always dreamt of being. سُـبْحانَ الله @usman.ali.mughal.

JAYDON NGET

Kempe, Swing, u/s François, u/s Romeo

JAYDON NGET

He/him. Jaydon is ecstatic to be making his tour debut with this electrifying company! Houston native and proud Asian American artist. Baylor University Graduate, BFA (’24). Favorite productions: Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Joseph), Paw Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure (Ryder). Big thanks to the & Juliet team and Amy Lord with @eristalentagency. Infinite love and appreciation to Mom, Pop, Lauryn, Haylie, Rachel, family, and friends. Thank you for everything. @jaydonnget www.jaydonnget.com

KYRA SMITH

Titania, Swing, Assistant Dance Captain

KYRA SMITH

She/her. Is going to get to all 50 states soon. Like next week? Mean Girls First National Tour, Aladdin National Tour, and Soft Power (The Public). The Price Group. Point Park University. @kyra.l.smith

FRANCISCO THURSTON

Cuthbert, Swing, u/s Lance, Dance Captain

FRANCISCO THURSTON

Thurston is a graduate of the Edge Scholarship Program in Los Angeles (major shoutout to Bill Prudich, Randy Allaire, Carol Connors, and all my instructors). National Tours: Chicago (Ensemble, u/s Billy Flynn), Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Ensemble, Dance Captain, u/s Bruce Sudano), A Chorus Line in Japan (Al Deluca, u/s Zach). Regional: In The Heights (The Muny), Grease (Danny Zuko), On Your Feet!, The Wizard of Oz (Kansas City Starlight), and Priscilla Queen of the Desert (Ensemble, Young Bernadette). Danced behind artists like Justin Bieber, Zendaya and Bella Thorne on “Shake It Up,” Todrick Hall, and Shangela. Has appeared as a dancer on episodes of “SNL” featuring Miley Cyrus and Halsey. Commercials: Disney, Cartoon Network, Amtrak California, Sensa. Acted in a Mary J. Blige music video titled “Whole Damn Year.” He has performed internationally at Tokyo Disneyland, Universal Studios Japan, and Hong Kong Disneyland. He has also performed on Holland America and Norwegian Cruise Lines. A big portion of his career has been spent working at Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure, and Walt Disney World, and he also played Aladdin on the Disney Live 6: Mickey’s Music Festival Asia tour! A big thanks to his agents at CTG, Ed, his family, and friends for all their continued support! Major thanks to the entire team at & Juliet and beyond for this opportunity and blessing! So excited to spend a year with this talented group on tour! Follow the journey at @itsfranciscoofficial on IG!