EURYDICE reimagines the classic myth of Orpheus and Eurydice not through Orpheus's infamous pilgrimage to retrieve his bride, but through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice must journey to the underworld, where she reunites with her father and struggles to remember her lost love.

BRIA GIBBONS likes long walks on the beach, talking about her notions, and startling her fellow cast mates. Her dislikes include getting caught in the rain and long flights of stairs. After acting in central Newfoundland, she has settled in as a member of the Mad as Hops collective. Her approach to life is “it’s okay to stumble and fall, so long as you get up, try again and don’t look back.”

TANNER HUDSON is an actor from the far away lands of Conception Bay South. He's been active in the local theatre scene for over a decade, acting in everything from amateur productions to radio dramas to Shakespeare. He also has written award-winning short stories and received his Honours in English Literature from Memorial University. A life-long Greek mythology fan, Tanner was ecstatic to take on the role of Orpheus. This marks his third production with Mad as Hops, having previously acted in The Grown-Ups (2023) and Love and Information (2025). He would like to thank his family and his dog, Casey, for their continued support. Most of all, thank you. We couldn't do local theatre without the support of people like you. Enjoy the show!

ANDREW O'BRIEN is a longtime veteran of the stage, enjoying his debut performance with Mad as Hops in the role of Eurydice’s father. His performance background includes musicals, theatre productions, Irish/Newfoundland performances, and even a couple of film projects.

EMYN HAYDEN A passionate storyteller and creator, Emyn is thrilled to be collaborating again with Mad as Hops Productions for Eurydice. His recent credits include Love and Information by Caryl Churchill and All In The Timing by David Ives. He is deeply drawn to the reimagining of Sarah Ruhl’s script, finding immense joy in exploring his characters and the creation of the world on stage. Outside of the theatre, he can be found working on one of his creative endeavours with his dogs at home or at his studio cutting hair. He would like to extend his heartfelt gratitude to the incredibly talented cast and crew, as well as his family and friends for their support. 

LUNA FOOTE has done many productions ranging from stage to film and everywhere in between. On stage, they have portrayed a variety of roles such as Emi Edwards in Begets: Fall of a High School Ronin and Maeve in The Grown Ups with Mad As Hops, Christie in Aftershocks, a Dog With Two Tales original play written and directed by Cameron and Noah Johnston,  Bridey in Bridey’s Birth Control with PriniciPALs Productions, Frankenpuppet with Play Dead Productions and many more. As for film, Luna has been so fortunate to have worked alongside actors from such things as Deadpool and Frontier, as well as acting in Hunting Pignut, written and directed by Martine Blue and starred in Perfect Family as Nadia, also written and directed by Martine Blue. 

Now a professional Dungeon Master leading the next generation through spice adventures, Luna would like to thank Mad as Hops productions for this opportunity and for building a community for theatre actors to thrive and grow. They would also like to thank their parents Donna and Bill Foote for their unconditional love and support.

KATHRYN LEWIS is a performer based in St. John's, and this will be her fifth show with Mad as Hops Productions. This will also be her third time acting with the company, having previously appeared in All in the Timing and Love and Information. Before stepping onto the stage, Kathryn worked as a stage manager on productions with the company. She also coaches and performs improv around the city. She is excited to be part of Eurydice and grateful for the opportunity to continue creating theatre with this wonderful community.

MARY J may be new to the theatre but she is not new to the stage. A storyteller, comedian, emcee and actor, this St. John’s-based entertainer has performed on stages such as the historic Majestic Theatre in St. John’s NL and West Side Comedy Club in New York. Inspired by the community connectedness of oral tradition she likes to use her quick wit and passionate expression to bring authenticity and life to each character she plays and joke she cracks. You can keep up with her shows and project @the.mj.experience on Instagram!

APRIL WALTERS is delighted Mad as Hops called her back to be the stage manager for the company. April is an aspiring artist with a focus on video games, film, and now theatre. She has always been surrounded by the arts through her family, especially when being recruited to help run lines or give feedback. April is grateful for the opportunities and experiences Mad as Hops Productions has provided and is thrilled to see what comes next!

RACHAEL CURRIE is a Newfoundland-born mezzo-soprano, currently based in Vancouver, BC.

After receiving her Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance (Hons.) from Memorial University in

2024, Rachael began graduate studies in Opera at The University of British Columbia under

Krisztina Szabo. Currently entering her second year of graduate studies, Rachael has had the

pleasure of singing a variety of roles across operatic canon, including Tolomeo (Giulio Cesare),

L’enfant (L’enfant et les sortileges), Dorothee (Cendrillon), and Tisbe (La Cenerentola).

Theatre was Rachael’s first introduction to arts and drama, and she was active in the St. John’s

youth theatre community for a number of years. Rachael is a Company Member with Mad As

Hops, with past shows including All In The Timing (2025), Almost, Maine (2024), The Wolves

(2019), An Image Now of You Then (2019) and Brief Encounter (2017). As a Certified Music

Nerd (trademark pending), Rachael was thrilled to curate the music you’ll hear in tonight’s

performance.

JOHN BOWDEN & TREVOR MENCHIONS

SHELDON DOWNEY