Presenting Our 2023 Theatre Finalists
Jordan Dobson | A Beautiful Noise
Jordan Dobson is a New York-based actor, singer, dancer, and instrumentalist. He is currently the Standby for Tony in the revival of West Side Story (directed by Ivo Van Hove). His regional credits include Austen’s Pride, The Color Purple, A Chorus Line, Cabaret, Gypsy, and many others.
In addition to performing, Jordan has been a teaching artist and writer for several years. Coming from a strong background in music, Jordan finds interest in discovering the musical story within a piece to bring awareness to the collaboration of music, lyrics, and movement in storytelling.
Liam Pearce | How to Dance in Ohio
Liam Pearce (He/Him/His) is a Charlotte NC, born and raised actor/musician! In late last year, he made his Broadway debut as “Drew” in How to Dance in Ohio as one of 7 autistic actors making their Broadway debuts in autistic roles. Other regional credits include Rent at Papermill Playhouse & Legally Blonde at the Muny. All the love in the world to his chosen family of friends here in NYC and around the country. Graduate of Pace Musical Theatre. Honored to be recognized for this award!
Lark White | Covenant
Lark White is an actor, theater artist, and writer. Her recent credits include York Walker’s “Covenant” at the Roundabout Theater Company (World Premiere, New York Times Critic’s Pick) and “Hamlet” directed by Kenny Leon at the Public’s Shakespeare in the Park. She can also be seen in the upcoming film “If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You” (A24, starring Rose Byrne and A$AP Rocky) as well as PBS's documentary “Great Performances: Making Shakespeare”. She received her BFA from Juilliard in May 2023 and was the recipient of the John Houseman prize for exceptional ability in classical theater.
Anna Zavelson | The Light in the Piazza
Anna Zavelson is an Asian American artist who is proud to have made her NYC debut as Clara in the critically acclaimed Encores! revival of “Light in the Piazza.” In 2022, she was also a finalist in The Jimmy Awards, bringing the song Higher from the musical “Allegiance” to life. Television credits include NBC’s “Revolution” and Netflix’s “13 Reasons Why”. Currently, Anna is pursuing her BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan.