THE CAST OF ELVIS LIVES
DEAN Z , THE EARLY YEARS & THE COMEBACK SPECIAL
2013 Winner Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists Contest
Dean has dedicated his entire life to honoring the legacy of Elvis Aaron Presley, the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” From his early days in Lancaster, California, to stages across the globe, he has repeatedly shown why he is one of the best in the business today. Dean became an accomplished musician during his youth and took off for Las Vegas, at 17. Throughout the next 13 years, Dean performed in Vegas, and has paid tribute to “The Memphis Flash” in Japan, Australia, Norway, Denmark, England, across Canada and the United States. Dean soon earned a spot with the World’s Greatest Live Tribute Show, “Legends in Concert,” and in 2007, began headlining the show in Branson, Missouri, where he currently performs two shows a day. After competing against 500 performers from around the world, Dean was named the 2013 Ultimate Elvis® Tribute Artist™ in Memphis during “Elvis Week” in a contest sanctioned by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.
JAY DUPUIS , THE MOVIE YEARS
2014 Winner Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists Contest
Jay was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Growing up in a house where his father was a professional musician made it very easy for Jay to follow in his dads footsteps. At the early age of three, his mom put on a record of Elvis Presley singing ‘Hound Dog’. As he listened, his eyes lit up and his hips started to move as he smiled with excitement. Begging his mom to play it over and over, Jay became a huge fan of the King of Rock ‘n Roll. At the age of 4, Jay got his first taste of live performing, he would put on white pants and a white dress shirt to mimic a jumpsuit, flip up his collar, pretend he was Elvis and put on shows in his parents living room for family and friends. Elvis has always been one of the biggest influences in his life and entertaining career. Jay has read extensively about Elvis’ life, studying Elvis’ performances, movies and singing style. He considers being an Elvis tribute artist a true blessing and a great honor to pay tribute to the greatest entertainer of all time. Jay was recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises as the best Elvis tribute artist in the world of 2014 and is honored to hold the 2014 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist World Championship.
BILL CHERRY, THE CONCERT YEARS
2009 WInner Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest
Bill Cherry is the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winner from 2009. The Collinsville, Ill. native is the son of a Pentecostal minister, which helped develop Cherry’s deep-rooted love of southern gospel music at a young age. A life-long fan of Elvis Presley, Cherry has been keeping the King of Rock n’ Roll’s memory and music alive since 1989. With his award-winning performances specializing in the concert years, Cherry has entertained and touched the hearts of countless fans. “Performing a tribute to the greatest entertainer the world has ever known is a dream come true,” said Cherry.
CAROL MACCRI, ANN MARGRET
Carol Maccri joins us as Ann-Margret. Carol has been a featured entertainer with Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and Princess Cruise lines. Carol is also a lead judge for the acclaimed national talent competition Starpower as well as Nexstar and Revolution talent. Carol was selected as the choreographer for the USO of New York touring throughout Europe. She has also choreographed for the Miss New Jersey pageant. She is the lead assistant with Gossamer Magic and is currently performing summers in Myrtle Beach South Carolina.
Brahm Sheray - Music Director & Bass
Eli Hludzik - Percussion
Don Gauck - Guitar
Larry Feldner - Keyboards
Stephi Z - Dance Captain & Singer
Julian McCleary - Singer/Dancer
Nellie Norris - Singer/Dancer
Jonathan Milner - Vocal Captain/Dancer
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
On Stage Touring, LLC
PRODUCER
Elliot Ordower
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Brian Brigner
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Alicia Abernathy
PRODUCTION STAFF
VICE PRESIDENT OF PRODUCTION
Gina Capecci
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Brahm Sheray
DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION
Toni Lee
MUSICAL ARRANGEMENTS
Joe Escriba
MUSICAL TRACKS/VOCALS
Face Productions
David Adams
CORPORATE MUSICAL DIRECTOR
Howard Stroman
VIDEO PRODUCTION AND EDITING
Bevin Baddorf - Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.
Ron Stern & Shawn Bernstein
Robert Swope – Sunrise Entertainment
Tour Manager.............................Elliot Ordower
Production Manager...........................Ron Stern
Production Consultant................Barbara Cooley
Stage Management.....................Norm Tchorz
Sound Design/FOH Engineer.............Matt Fish
MonitorEngineer/ShowControl.......Lloyd Ellis
Lighting Designer...............................Shawn Bernstein
Technical Director............................James Lees
Video Technician...........................Mary Stebelton
Promotions......................................Mark Kogan
Comptroller.................................Elenita Regala
Human Resources and Payroll...... Regina Williams
Legal.................................................David Karp
Sales Support..................................Mark Mercer
Trucking/Lighting/Sound/Video....Loud & Clear
Cast/Crew Transportation......Hemphill Brothers
Merchandise.....................Richards and Southern
TOUR DIRECTION:
COLUMBIA ARTISTS THEATRICALS, INC.
(917) 206 - 4600 TEL / (917) 206 - 4646 FAX ColumbiaArtistsTheatricals.com
Public Relations
The Beckwith Company
David Beckwith. (323) 845-9836
Special thanks to those at Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. for their dedicated efforts in this endeavor: Bevin Baddorf, Robert Dye, Gary Hahn, Gary Hovey, Kevin Kern, Angie Marchese, Amanda Pannell, Jack Soden, Jen Swearingen and Carla Tartera. Further thanks to Barbara Cooley for her tireless work and energy over several years that went towards creating the version of the show that exists today. It would not be the world class production that it is now without you.