Dr. Holly Bonner is an award-winning mental health professional, college professor, and writer. She is passionate about fostering inclusion and creativity through community engagement and the arts. Dr. Bonner holds a Doctorate in Ministry, a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, and a Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University. She is also a New York State–licensed
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Manny Mercado (he/him) is thrilled to join IlluminArt as Finance Manager. With more than 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector and 14 years with private organizations, Manny brings extensive expertise in finance and accounting, along with a strong commitment to supporting mission-driven organizations. Manny earned a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Pace University
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Liz Carlin (she/her) is a multidisciplinary theatre artist and is so happy to be deepening her relationship with IlluminArt as the new Education Coordinator! Previously with IlluminArt, Liz directed last year’s library tour (Furry Tails), was an actor in the 2025-26 touring company, and was a teaching artist as well. Liz holds a B.A. in Acting and an
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Ally Popick is the Stage Manager and Audio Technician for IlluminArt Productions Touring Company and a freelance audio engineer and stage manager. She originally started on the stage as an actor and musician, but throughout her time doing theater and music, she fell in love with what goes on behind the scenes and decided to
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Tara is a recent graduate of Purchase College. As a Sociology major, much of her education has been based around understanding how social environments can help shape individuals’ lives. Through sociological exploration, she has grown incredibly fond of arts empowerment, specifically organizations such as IlluminArt Productions, which fosters personal and communal growth through arts education
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Marisa Albano (she/they) is thrilled to return as a touring company actor for the 2026-2027 season! You may recognize her from various Illuminart productions: “Seussical” as the Sour Kangaroo, “Tortoise vs. Hare: This Time it’s Personal,” as Wendy Woodchuck/others, and “The True Story of the Three Little Pigs,” as Al T. Wolf. She will also
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Michael Buck is a New Jersey-based performer, thrilled to be making his IlluminArts Touring Company debut! Most recently seen in the Wharton Players’ production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Lysander) and Catalyst Theater Company’s Batboy (Ron/Bud). When not performing, Michael can be found knitting or enjoying live music in his hometown of Asbury Park, NJ.
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Randi Agarwal (she/they) is so excited to return for their third year joining the touring company. They are excited to continue working with IlluminArt after joining the Summer Touring Company for the first time this past summer! She’s also a teaching artist with IlluminArt and excited to spread art and theater to the Staten Island
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Olivia Jane (she/her) is thrilled to be a returning touring company member. This is her second year with IlluminArt being a part of their Touring Company, TYA shows, and as a Teaching Artist. She loves to bring the arts and expression to everyone.
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Maria Lane (Touring Company Member) is a Brooklyn-based actor and singer-songwriter. Recent stage credits include Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar, Carrie White in Carrie: The Musical, and Wendla Bergmann in Spring Awakening. Maria is also a co-founder of Moon Phase Theatricals. She believes storytelling is one of the most powerful ways we can understand
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