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MEET THE CAST
STEPHANIE REUSZ (BRIDE)
Stephanie is thrilled to be playing the part of Max's wife. She is honored to be playing such an important role. She believes no other role could ever amount to the magnitude of this amazing part. This part has stretched her in so many ways and she could not be happier at the opportunity to be apart of this production. She would like to thank her costar for always believing on her and pushing her to do her best. She would also like to thank every supporter who came to the show and hopes everyone will remember this amazing occasion.
MAX MARTIN (GROOM)
Max Martin is a multi-hyphenate artist from Chicago (aka, the south suburbs). You may know him as a Stage Manager, a Playwright, a Poet or that little hobbit Musician you saw playing ukulele at a bar! Speaking of hobbits, Stephanie Reusz (listed above) is the Rosie Cotton to Max’s Sam Gamgee. She has been the muse for all of Max’s creative projects, even predating the first time they ever actually met (if you know, you know). On that, Max and Stephanie first met each other during a production of “Miracle on 34th Street,” where they played romantic opposites, resulting in a stage kiss that would alter Max’s brain chemistry to this very night. Max would like to personally thank you all for coming out to support the show, and invite you to share in the many sequels that will inevitably follow this fantastic storyline of which he has been so grateful to have discovered.
ROBERT CRADDOCK (BEST MAN)
Robert is very excited to be a part of "Till Death Do Us Part—A Martin-Reusz production" at the Orland Chateau. His last major appearance with Martin-Reusz was in a fall performance of "A Fairytale Proposal" as Cameraman. Robert has worked closely with producer Max Martin for well over 15 years, and has collaborated with him on numerous projects including iconic musical duo, Mr. Morlock. When not at work, Robert enjoys writing and composing music, and participating in various church functions. He would like to thank the Martin family for adopting him into their lives and supporting him for the past decade or so.
MOLLY MARTIN (MAID OF HONOR)
Molly has been collaborating with Max as a twin since 2001 and Stephanie as future sisters since 2021. She’s enjoyed her many projects with these two over the years such as Childhood and Growing Up (Max), Sister Shopping and Pink Drink Runs (Stephanie), and Engagement Disney Trip and Wedding Prep (Both). She’s super excited to be a part of their greatest production yet, The Wedding Day! She would like to thank both Stephanie and Max for casting her in the role of Maid-Of-Honor and is so excited to see what comes next for them both as they enter into their new roles of Husband and Wife!
STERLIN JOHNSON (GROOMSMAN)
Max wouldn’t be a true stage manager if he didn’t have to write a few actor’s bios. So here’s Sterlin (aka, BTG Jesus)’s bio from his recent production of “Godspell.” Sterlin Johnson (Jesus) is a Chicago-born & raised actor and Columbia College graduate, last seen on stage playing the role of Chuck Cranston in “Footloose” and SpongeBob SquarePants in “The SpongeBob Musical at OLPD.” He fell in love with the stage while in a children’s theatre troupe in Chicago, then joined Thornton Fractional South’s Drama Club to play The Cowardly Lion in “The Wiz.” Currently a substitute teacher, he is pursuing his Master’s in English for Secondary Education at Northwestern Illinois University.
End quote. Sterlin is a phenomenal friend, and has been such a joy for Stephanie and I to have in our lives. Please don’t let my salty-stage manager-self deceive my you :)
JOSHUA BOSSETTE (GROOMSMAN)
Hailing from the Windy City of Chicago, IL, Joshua Bossette has been a steadfast friend to Max Martin since their high school days, where they first connected over a mutual love of theater. Known for his quick wit and an uncanny ability to make the unlikeliest situations entertaining, Josh has often been referred to as the "creative spark" behind many of Max's more adventurous escapades—though some might call it a "bad influence" in a tuxedo.
Currently studying communications, Josh brings his flair for drama not just to the stage but also to his life, where he’s now happily married to Grace. As a groomsman, he’s honored to stand by Max's side, though he's probably the reason Max has so many stories he can never tell his future kids!
ERIN MANNION (BRIDESMAID)
Erin Mannion has been a long time collaborator of Max, going all the way back to children's productions such as "Law and Order: Nursery Rhyme Unit" and "A Little Princess". While she retired from theater years ago, she has enjoyed popping back time to time to help Max plot out various projects, both on the stage and otherwise. Upon meeting Stephanie, it's safe to say Erin fell in love with her almost as quickly as Max did, and their bond flourished from there. She is so excited to be a part of the long-awaited unification between the Reusz and Martin companies, and knows that their September 7th production will be cherished by all for years to come.
BECCA QUINN (BRIDESMAID)
Met Stephanie while working at the Museum of Science and Industry. They were introduced by a good friend of theirs and instantly clicked. They had fun times together while both single and one day Stephanie came up to Becca and said I like this guy (Max). From then on they were inseparable. Becca then became a collaborator and good friend of Max. She worked on a film of his (more to come). Learning and teaching each other about makeup has healed part of her. Becca is very pleased to have the privilege of being in both of their lives and could not imagine one without them. Forever their number one fan.
HANNAH JAMES (DJ megatron)
Hannah is thrilled to be joining forces with Max and Stephanie as the sound designer for The Wedding Day. Her most recent collaboration with Max was in The Bad Playwright: Discovery, as Jane Zero the monkey. Hannah has been a long time buddy of Max, who has served as the older brother she never wanted but got anyway. The two have been known for their improv performances which have gotten them lost in the woods many times due to blocking issues.
Although a more recent partnership, Hannah has thoroughly enjoyed her time working with fellow cast member Stephanie as well, from handling the props (eating ice cream) to overseeing the costume department (thrift shopping).
In her free time, Hannah is an artist and musician, and has been working as a barista since 2021. Hannah would like to thank the Martin family for opening up their box office (their home) to her for the past several years.
JIM MARTIN (OFFICIANT)
Jim loves to officiate weddings and public speaking as he shares what the Lord has placed on his heart. With over 500 messages spoken, Jim enjoys the creative side of always finding something new to share. Jim is the Father of the Groom Max and couldn’t be more excited for this wedding and bringing Stephanie into our family. Jim and his wife Angi loved their role as parent to Max and his twin sister Molly.