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Tia, born in Stuttgart, is a multifaceted performer with a background in dance, theatre, and music. She studied theatre pedagogy at PH Ludwigsburg and has been actively involved in acting since 2005, taking on roles in various productions. For over 15 years, she has directed children’s and youth theatre projects in educational settings. Since moving to Bern eight years ago, Tia has been on stage with several theatre groups, including Junge Bühne Bern, Zytglogge-Theater, and Emmentaler Liebhaberbühne. Last year she appeared in the role of Rhoda in the Upstage musical production A New Brain.

Claire has been passionate about acting since her first role as “Grosi” in a primary school play. She has since performed in various roles, gaining theatre experience in German, English, and French. Her repertoire includes plays such as Chekhov’s The Seagull and Frisch’s Andorra. From 2015 to 2017, Claire attended weekly acting classes at Centre Stage School of the Arts in Singapore, where she honed her skills in acting, dance, and singing. She also gained directing experience, staging plays with teenagers and adults with intellectual disabilities. After a hiatus, Claire returned to the stage in 2024 as Mother in Upstage’s production of the musical A New Brain.

Gavin, originally from Ireland, has been residing in Switzerland for three years, where he works as an engineer for a medical device start-up in Zurich. New to the world of acting, Gavin made his debut in 2023 with Close Encounters Theatre (CET) in Zurich, taking on a double role as The Director and Nathaniel in Digital Dreamers. He continued with CET, playing The Detective in Cult. Now, Gavin makes his first appearance with Upstage Theatre in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

Gustavo, hailing from Mexico City, initially pursued a career in news production and advertising. His true passion, however, had always been music and theatre, so he embarked on a journey across Latin America and Europe, taking his art to the streets. Along the way, he discovered new cultures, unexpected performance stages, and ultimately, love. Now based in Switzerland, he continues to follow his passion, weaving stories and sounds that reflect his travels and the home he has found in the world.

Gregory, born and raised in Geneva, began his theatre journey with acting and singing classes as a child. He rediscovered his passion for theatre during his university years, co-founding in 2013 the musical association at the University of Geneva, where he actively contributed as an actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, and director. After moving to Bern in 2023, Gregory is now making his debut with Upstage Theatre.

Damian grew up in Bern and discovered his passion for acting at 18, during an exchange year in the USA. He appeared on stage and in film in Switzerland, then left to pursue a four-year professional training program at the Munich Film Academy, graduating with a certificate in acting for both stage and screen. Damian returned to Switzerland in 2024 and is once again diving into the world of drama with Upstage Theatre.

Charlotte, originally from Hong Kong, moved to Switzerland in 2022. With a passion for performing that began at 13, she is a versatile singer and actress. Currently, she performs with a rock band and has already made a mark with Upstage, acting in the mini-production The Importance of Being Earnest. She is excited to continue developing her craft and to explore new creative opportunities in Switzerland.

Saskia never planned to stay in Bern for long. but now five years later, she’s still here and loving it. She loves languages, plants, improvisational theatre, poetry slams and teaches at a primary school “in her spare time”.

Iryna, a Ukrainian with a technical background and creative soul, holds a master’s degree in computer science. Before moving to Switzerland in 2023, she worked as a project coordinator in an international IT company and also pursued her passion for theatre in by studying acting in Kyiv and performing in one of the city’s theatres for nearly three years. She also shared her poetry and writings at local evenings, exploring everyday life through small details. This is Iryna’s first performance with Upstage.

Carla, originally from Italy, has been an integral part of Upstage as a costume designer since 2017. Beyond her design talents, she is also a skilled singer and dancer and actress, and has appeared in several Upstage productions, including Twelve Angry Jurors, Pippin, The Island of Slaves, and A New Brain. In her professional life, Carla teaches Italian, sharing her passion for the language and culture with her students.

Cristina, an Italian scenographer, artist, and designer based in Switzerland, developed an interest in art and design from an early age. She studied at the Institute of Art before training at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. Her career began in theatre and television productions, where she gained extensive experience that continues to shape her work. With a multidisciplinary approach spanning set design, interior and graphic design, Cristina creates immersive spaces through art and visual storytelling.

Sabine, with three years of experience as a freelance makeup artist, has worked on a variety of theatre productions. From musicals to intimate theatre settings, she has developed her stage makeup skills and is excited to be transforming the actors for this Upstage production.

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, and travel writer. Born in Edinburgh, he battled poor health throughout his life but still managed to produce a prolific body of work. He is best known for his adventure novels and Gothic fiction, including Treasure Island and Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. He also wrote notable works of poetry, such as A Child’s Garden of Verses and travel literature like Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes.

Jeffrey Hatcher is an American playwright and screenwriter known for his adaptations and original works. Apart from Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Hatcher has adapted several other classic works for the stage, including Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw and An Unsocial Socialist by George Bernard Shaw. Hatcher has received numerous awards and grants, and was recently noted as one of the most-produced playwrights in America, with 13 plays in production.