was born in Berwyn and raised in Cicero and is tickled pink to be, “rais[ing] the roof, and hav[ing] some fun” with the fine, freakaliscious and funkadelic folks of the Factory.  He is also thrilled to be performing again w his buds Noah Simon and BFF, Andy Lawfer—with whom he co-created the super cool and ultra-successful late night smash hit, The Game Show Show & Stuff!  In 1986 Esteban was watching Little Shop of Horrors on repeat, Suzanna Hoff and the Bangles set his Eternal Flame a flamin’, Janet Jackson videos were the first dance routines he’d ever learned and of TKO, he wanted to be Kelli, of course.  Seriously though, Debbie Gibson is god, but she doesn’t come into play until 1987.  You can see Esteban with less glitter this Spring, up at Writers’ Theatre’s production of Streetcar Named Desire, directed by David Cromer.  Esteban is the 2009 recipient of the Jeff Award (non-equity wing) for best actor (Actor in a Principal Role-Play) for his portrayal of Angel Cruz in Raven Theatre’s production of Jesus Hopped t he ‘A’ Train.  Estie wants to thank the entire cast and crew and The Factory, at large for making every day in this process a party like it’s 1999 and he would also like to thank you, the audience for coming to support live theatre.  Please do it again and often!       

has been putting off writing her bio because the 80s, quite frankly, were rather awkward for her.  Dancing was indeed king, there’s no mistake about that.  But she couldn’t figure out the makeup.  Or the hair.  She kinda got the clothes, though wasn’t yet old enough to wear heels (and wasn’t allowed to go either Flashdance or punk).  Seriously, what, then, are you supposed to do with bright yellow Jams??  What, I ask?  I mean… she… asks…  Thank you so much, Sarah Rose, for trusting me with Trisha.  Thank you, Kirk and Beave, for writing this delicious lil’ morsel.  Much, much love to all my families and Nuggie.  Mitakuye Oyas’in.

Hailing from New York City, Dominique Johnson is a senior at Northwestern University. She longs to be Denzel Washington's love interest in any production now that she's old enough. She was in the off-off broadway play "Love Hurts" in Harlem, "The Winter Barrell" at Northwestern, and a recent Brown's Chicken Commercial. She is also a spoken word artist, winning competitions such as the 1st Annual NY Knicks Poetry Slam, and competiting in the McDonald's Gospelfest, and the Urban Word Annual Poetry Slam. Goals: play Beneatha Younger in "Raisin in the Sun" on Broadway, tour with Tyler Perry, write Grammy winning songs, adopt at least one child from Haiti, walk like Beyonce, and marry Idris Elba. "I long, as does every human being, to be at home wherever I find myself." - Maya Angelou.

Laura Korn is a dancin' machine and is totally pumped to work with Factory Theater for the first time. Not only does she get to wear blue eye shadow in public but she gets to bring her sexy dance moves from the club to the stage.  She would like to thank her mom, dad, grandma and boyfriend for always believing in her.  You guys are FIERCE!!

Anderson Lawfer is pleased as punch to be doing another Factory show! He was last seen in Dead Wrong at the Factory as Clarence. Other company credits include Mary Arrchie, Steep, the House, Baliwick, Open Eye, and he is a proud member of Strawdog Theatre, where he will be performing in the remount of Red Noses this summer.

Aileen May's informative years were not in the 80's but in the 90's. During the 80's, Aileen she was mostly jumping on trampolines and wishing she had boobs and it was not until the 90's she was introduced to the delights of adolescent angst. Now, in 2010, Aileen is proud to beckon forth her inner bitch and grace The Factory Theater's stage with chunky eyeliner and attitude to spare. Other stage credits include work with Dream Theater, The House Theater, Hobo Junction, Theo Ubique, The Side Project, Democracy Burlesque, Redmooon Theater, and Oracle Theater.  Aileen is also a trained dancer, although her favorite kind of dancing is not the trained kind but the alone in front of the mirror kind whilst listening to Madonna. Thanks to cast and crew for generally rawking. Kittens!

Melissa Nedell is totally stoked to be working with the Factory Theater for the first time! Recent credits include Trinculo in The Tempest & Julia in The Two Gentlemen of Verona (Montana Shakespeare in the Parks), The Picture of Dorian Gray (Lifeline Theatre), Feydeau Si Deau (Theatre Wit), The Seagull, Book of Days, Dancing at Lughnasa (Raven Theatre), The (W)hole Thing (Stage Left Theatre), as well as work with Chicago Dramatists, Collaboraction and Steppenwolf Theatres. Regional credits include Moon Over Buffalo, The Miss Firecracker Contest, One For The Pot (Brown County Playhouse, IN), The Miser, Featherless Angels (Connecticut Repertory Theatre)

Jill Oliver is thrilled to be in her first production with the Factory Theater. Jill recently graduated with high honors from Columbia College Chicago, where she received a BA in Theater. She also studied abroad at Dublin Institute of Technology's Theatre Conservatory. Jill has most recently appeared in Boys' Life as Karen with Hanger 9 Theater Company. Jill would like to be referred to as an Artist not an actor... that's why she's in this show.

Casey Pilkenton is thrilled to make her Factory debut in Hey! Dancin'! A child of the 80's & believer in daily dance breaks, she's been preparing for this role since the age of three. In the past she has portrayed an Anime girl, a Ukrainian immigrant with a cockney accent, and several whores.  She also worked as part of the front of house, pre-show entertainment at Cirque du Soleil's Ka in Las Vegas. Casey is an artistic associate at Chemically Imbalanced Comedy theater and performs regularly with their house improv team, 96D. When she isn't performing, Casey is writing short stories and sketch comedy. Now, as the love of her life, David Bowie, sang in 1986--"Dance magic dance."

This is Seth’s first show with Factory and he would like to thank them for the opportunity. A big THANK YOU goes out to his friends, family and especially Maggie for their continued support. Later this year Seth has his eye on producing and directing “Lips Together, Teeth Apart” by Terrence McNally, so please show your support and keep an eye out for that.

is a proud ensemble member of this here theater company...the Factory Theater Company...where you are...right now.  Well, not exactly right now, since you're probably reading this from the warmth and comfort of your own home, yes?  Are you in PJs?  Are they flannels?  I like a good pair of flannel pjs with a nice merlot.  Mmmm winter...leave soon kay?  SO...on another page within this website you can find out all about me if you so desire.  If you do not, I will find you.  In conclusion, this cast rules, Graber rules, Kirk and Beave frighten me a little...but, also rule *smiles weakly, then clears throat* the best husband in the universe who's name is Jon rules, my family rules, and you...dear reader, you rule for supporting Factory for all these years *raises glass*  Cheers!  mex3”

Frank R Sjodin has been surviving as a professional non-equity actor since finishing college with a degree in theatre back in 2007. He has been day job free, except for a few months working the Harry Potter exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry, which was ALMOST like acting. He arrived in Chicago in late 2009 after finishing a summer stock contract, and has appeared onstage at Stage Left, Gorilla Tango and worked with the North Lakeside Players. He's also played several characters at Navy Pier for Winter Wonderfest, Carnival of Curiosities, and other events. He's even done some film work, as an extra or in low-budget productions. Frank also writes, cooks, and eats in his free time, speaks French, works on clown acts, and enjoys a good book. He's glad to be a part of Hey! Dancin'! and would like to thank you, the audience

Noah returns to The Factory stage after a hiatus of 63 years when he was in their production of Top Shelf, where he played Judge Toshiro Mifune with relish...pickle relish.  In the intervening years, Noah set off on a journey of the mind and spirit.  He hugged a Bhuddist, kissed a Mormon, slapped a Baptist, Hi-fived a Jew, and broke bread with a Branch Davidian. After all that, having come no closer to "The Truth" he returned to Chicago, promptly called Factory, asked to audition for this show, got cast, memorized his lines, and he stands before you now, a broken shell of a man.  He hopes you're happy.

Anthony Tournis - Anthony is a proud member of the Factory. He recently was seen in Death Of A Salesman with Raven Theater Company. Previous Factory shows include Dead Wrong, Bustin Out Of The Hell, Siskel and Ebert Save Chicago, and Operation Infiltration...just to name a few. He hates talking about himself in the third person. Anthony owes it all to his lovely wife Stacie.

Jacob A. Ware makes his Factory Theater debut.  In Corporate America, Jacob A. is a big shot super low-level admin. Ask him about his proficiency in Excel. Most recent Chicago credits: The (edward) Hopper Project (WNEP), 1512 W. Studebaker (Brain Surgeon Theatre), and Scooter Thomas (Team Venture). During his time spent in Chi-rock, Jacob has worked with ATC, the side project, 20% Theatre, and Project 891, just to name a few. Jacob A. thanks Sarah and the entire Hey D'ing production team for inviting him to participate in such a kickin' experience.