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 Mitch McConnell

LARRY CEDAR has hundreds of television and film credits including most

notably HBO’s “Deadwood” (as opium addict Leon Stalsworth), the upcoming feature film This Bloody Country, and has adapted several of his own one-man stage plays based on the writings of George Orwell, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Franz Kafka, most recently The Trial. Visit on IMDB (bit.ly/larrycedar), Facebook (Facebook.com/larrycedaractor), Instagram @larrycedaractor), Twitter (@larrycedar), and his personal website www.larrycedar.com

Lindsey Graham/Coexist Lady 

Jeff’s work as a celebrated comic actor/singer includes the Genie in “Disney’s Aladdin-A Musical Spectacular” and “Annie at the Hollywood Bowl.” FILM: “Dumb & Dumber To” (opposite Kathleen Turner). TV: “Ugly Betty” (opposite Betty White), “Desperate Housewives,” “Togetherness,” “Rosewood,” “Clipped,” and numerous talk shows as “Pam Teflon” the Tupperware Lady. @jeffsumneractor jeffsumner.net

Writer/Composer/Director/Lead Producer

Eli was born and raised in Los Angeles to his mother Mary, a therapist for special needs children, and father, Jon, also known as "Bowzer" from the retro 50's nostalgia TV show/most random band to play Woodstock, "Sha Na Na." After enduring this not remotely strange childhood, Eli graduated from Columbia University with a degree in English and Creative Writing. Upon graduation, Eli toured the country with his father, singing in casinos ranging from the 10,000 seat "Mohegan Sun Arena" to the utterly depressing "Boomtown Casino" in Biloxi, Mississippi. After moving back to LA in 2007 to pursue a career in Hollywood, Eli gave up the glamorous world of television production for the even more glamorous world of political campaigning, moving to Las Vegas' largest and hottest county to

organize for radical fringe candidate, Barack Obama, whom we've never heard from since. After the campaign, Eli coordinated Veteran's Affairs for Obama's 2009 Inaugural Committee and interned for ABC's Special Investigative Unit, where he was shoved by disgraced bamboozler, Bernie Madoff. Later, Eli transitioned back to scripted television, writing episodes of FX's "Lights Out" and

NBC's "Prime Suspect," before moving onto variety television, including the Emmy's, the ESPY's, the Emmy nominated "ACLU: Stand For Rights with Tom Hanks" and the Writer's Guild Award nominated "Maya and Marty" with Maya Rudolph and Martin Short. Most recently, Eli has entered the highly lucrative world of musical theater and contributed material to the fraudulently "won" Biden campaign. Eli resides in Los Angeles with his wonderful and far more talented wife, Joanna, their spectacular daughter, Ivy, their newly-arrived sweetheart of a son, Charlie, and their old toothless dog, Leon.

Lead Producer

Driven by purpose, connection and joy, Monica Saunders-Weinberg's portfolio and impact spans business, residential development, commercial real estate, investment, philanthropy and the performing arts. Monica is currently Co-Owner and Joint Deputy Vice-Chair of Terrace Tower Group (TTG) - a global real estate and investment conglomerate operating out of Sydney, New York and Portland - where she began as a board member 26 years ago. In addition to her role at TTG, where she works alongside her husband and TTG’s CEO, Richard Weinberg, Monica is a passionate supporter of the performing arts. Through her production company Hana Black Productions, she has developed projects for film and television, recently becoming a shareholder in fellow Australian, Bruna Papandrea's, renowned production company, Made Up Stories. The pair is part of the producing team for the film, Addition, which recently premiered at the Toronto Film Festival, and they are currently developing a film adaptation of Fiona McIntosh’s best-selling book, The Pearl Thief.

In addition to her business and artistic endeavours, Monica has furthered the philanthropic legacy of her late father, John Saunders, supporting numerous charities both as an individual and through The Saunders Family Foundation, for which she has served as Chair and Executive Director for the last 26 years. She is also a founding partner of The Growth Project, which connects business leaders with charities to help maximise their impact on the world. She is also a Founding Angel and dedicated board member of Feel The Magic, a charity that supports grieving kids and families.

This wealth of diverse experience has led Monica to her current role as Lead Producer of 44, where alongside producing partner and writer/director, Eli Bauman, she has used her creative instincts and business acumen to help bring an artistic vision to life, as well as her philanthropic passion to maximize its social impact. With sold-out runs in Los Angeles, New York and Chicago, this off-beat political satire is set to continue its success with performances scheduled throughout the United States and abroad in 2025. Monica resides between Sydney and LA, where she loves to bring family and friends together through cooking and entertaining. Her life's greatest joy is her three teenage boys - Brooklyn, Ashton and Hudson.

Consulting Producer

Steve McKeever, founder and CEO of Hidden Beach Recordings, has been recognized as “one of the top 50 African-American power brokers in entertainment” by Black Enterprise magazine. Steve began producing concerts and radio programs while attending the University of Illinois and later became Head of Programming for the Harvard Law School speakers' forum. After practicing entertainment law at elite firms, he joined PolyGram as Head of West Coast Business Affairs, where he brought the comedian Robin Harris to the  Wing label and produced the conic Bebe's Kid’s album. At 29, Steve was tapped as GM, Senior Vice President & Head of A&R at Motown Records, where he signed Queen Latifah, Norman Brown, Zhane’ and oversaw albums for Boyz II Men, Stevie Wonder, and Lionel Richie. He eventually rose to Executive Vice President, spearheading new business ventures such as founding MoJazz Records, Motown’s highest ROI division. His leadership saw over $700M in sales and led him to testify before the U.S. Senate on entertainment imagery. In 1997, Steve founded Hidden Beach Recordings. The label launched Grammy winner Jill Scott, Kindred The Family Soul, Darius Rucker’s solo career, and the Billboard-topping Unwrapped series, while collaborating with artists like Bebe Winans, Brenda Russell, Prince, and Stevie Wonder. Hidden Beach has mentored over 750 interns and made history by producing the first-ever presidential campaign music album. Steve was later tapped by the 2008 Presidential Inaugural Committee to produce the first official music collection, and Hidden Beach will soon release the soundtrack to 44. Steve also served as Executive Producer for the nationally televised MLK Memorial unveiling on the DC National Mall. He sits on the board of Ares Capital Corp and is a former Grammys Governor. Steve and his wife Candace share two children, Brent and Maddox, and adore their lovable Vizsla, Nelson.

Music Director & Music Co-producer

Raised in Venice, CA, Anthony “Brew” Brewster is a dynamic producer, music director, and keyboardist whose career spans multiple genres and industries. With roots in soul, R&B, and rock, he has spent decades shaping the sound of Los Angeles by blending deep musicality with innovative production. His journey is one of continuous evolution, driven by a love for collaboration and a passion for advancing music.

Brewster’s production credits include work for Fox, Hidden Beach Records, and Beacon Street Studios, where he played a key role in crafting award-winning compositions. His work at Beacon Street Studios earned Telly Awards for outstanding commercial music, further solidifying his reputation for excellence in scoring and production.

As a Grammy-nominated producer, Brewster has contributed to groundbreaking projects, including collaborations with Ant Clemons and Ghanaian reggae artist Rocky Dawuni. His ability to create dynamic, genre-defying soundscapes has made him an invaluable creative force, sought after by top artists and brands alike.

Choreographer

James Alsop most recently contributed choreography to the Renaissance World Tour and you can see her movement direction on Kim Kardashian and Emma Roberts on the most current season of "American Horror Story: Delicate." The Whitney Houston biopic "I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY" marks her feature film choreographic debut. She choreographed the acclaimed Peacock musical TV series "Girls5eva," executive produced by Tina Fey as well as the number 1 Netflix series "Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story." Her choreography has also been featured on "Pose," "Soundtrack," "Gossip Girl" and the upcoming season of "Emily in Paris." Her work can also be seen in the Kerry Washington sitcom "Unprisoned." She began her career as co-choreographer of Beyoncé's videos, tour, and promotional materials for "Who Run the World (Girls)," "Dance For You" and "Love on Top." She also assisted in choreographing "Booty" by Jennifer Lopez and worked with Paul Thomas Anderson for the HAIM music video "Just A Little of Your Love." After choreographing the entire season of "Maya & Marty," she was asked by Tina Fey and Jeff Richmond to choreograph season three of "The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" and has since worked for shows on NBC, Showtime, Netflix, and others. When not working with top stars, she teaches around the country and world, educating young artists and dancers to b e who they are in their art form and love it.

Associate Producer & Digital Content Producer

 Conrad is a Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, and videographer

driven by a passion for creating music and visuals that leave a lasting impact. His musical

journey began with violin and cello in competitive youth orchestras, but it truly ignited the day

his dad’s work truck speakers blasted Van Halen, Dio, and Pink Floyd, sparking a lifelong love

for the guitar.

Building his career through collaborations with LA’s vibrant creative community, Conrad’s work

has spanned television, film, video games, and tours with artists including 80’s icon Annabella

Lwin of Bow Wow Wow, bringing music to sold-out audiences around the world.

As a member of The House of Vibe, the powerhouse collective led by Anthony Brewster and

longtime house band for The ESPYS, Conrad has performed alongside Talib Kweli,

Anderson .Paak, Chaka Khan, Citizen Cope, Chali 2na, and MC Supernatural, appeared on the

Conan O’Brien Show, and recorded for Fox Sports with artists like Lil Wayne.

For 44 The Musical, Conrad stepped beyond the stage, taking on creative direction across video

production, web and social media management, promotional design, and marketing strategy,

helping grow the show’s reach and impact.

Offstage, Conrad shares his life with his wife, Brittny, and their children, Jackson and Avery,

whose love and encouragement fuel his drive to push the boundaries of music and art.

Production Stage

Manager

Is excited to be rejoining the 44 company. Recent credits include: Did You See What Walter Paisley Did Today (La Mirada Theatre), The Wonderful Winter of Oz (Laguna Playhouse), Saturday Explorer Series (24th Street Theatre), The Wizard of Oz (TACFA), Into the Woods (College of the Canyons), Cries and Whispers (CalArts

CNP), Little Women (Digital Workshop).

MFA, California Institute of the Arts.

 Assistant Stage Manager

Recent credits include: Jane Eyre (A Noise Within), Rapunzel and Her Holiday Wish (Laguna Playhouse), The Belles Are Swingin’ (Garry Marshall Theatre), George M. Cohan Celebration (La Mirada Theatre), Rehearsing for Life (The Wallis), A Cinderella Christmas (Laguna Playhouse), R&H Cinderella (TACFA), Did You See What Walter Paisley Did Today? (La Mirada Theatre). MFA, California Institute of the Arts.