Stories come to life at Anthology: Elemental
A night of POETRY, custom cocktails, and live jazz.
Aug 15-16, 2025, 6:30 and 8:30 PM
August 17, 2025, 5:00 PM
Renaissance Theatre Company
415 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803
Run time: Approx 75 mins
Anthology: Elemental, an immersive evening of poetry, music and craft cocktails. Presented by Massey Services and produced in collaboration with Play The Moment, the event invites guests to explore the five classical elements—earth, water, air, fire and spirit—through powerful literary performances, perfectly paired artisanal drinks, and the jazzy sounds of the Thomas Milovac Trio.
Anthology: Elemental is presented by
Anthology: Elemental features Poems curated by Play the Moment
Play The Moment is a dynamic artistic coalition dedicated to enriching communities through bold productions, transformative educational programs, and a wide range of live and digital experiences. Founded by theatre director and producer Aradhana Tiwari, Play The Moment celebrates the synergy of artistry, authenticity, and human connection through innovative storytelling and inclusive creative practices.
From emotionally resonant stage works to poetic journeys and community-driven events, Play The Moment invites artists and audiences alike to pause, connect, and fully inhabit the present. With a deep commitment to collaboration, equity, and artistic excellence, we empower storytellers to create work that is both socially conscious and soulfully human.
For more information, visit playthemoment.com.
FEATURED BAND
Thomas Milovac Music
Thomas Milovac is a bassist, composer/improviser, multi-instrumentalist, and artist. He is the leader of various ensembles under his own name including the Thomas Milovac Ensemble, Moon Rays, and the Thomas Milovac Quartet. Thomas is also a member of other ensembles including Ulysses Owens Jr. & Gen Y, the Ryan Devlin Quartet, John Lumpkin & the Covenant, Madre Vaca, and Kristen Warren & Creek. He has also performed with musicians such as Kurt Elling, Steve Cohn, Christian Tamburr, Vincent Gardner, Marcus Printup, and Dominick Farinacci. In 2021, Thomas started a record label, Cosmo Sonic Collective, focused on releasing improvised music. He is a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania but is now based in Orlando, Florida.
FEATURED PERFORMERS
Carlos Filomeno
Carlos Filomeno has been a consistent performer in Orlando beginning his performing training with Valencia College. With a performing degree from the American Music Dramatics Academy in NYC, Carlos has come around to originate multiple roles on the Fringe Festival 2024 (Becoming Santa & monsters Burlesque), Regional with Theatre West end (In The Heights & Spring awakening) and Local stages (Celebration & Osceola Arts Theatre Company. Outside the theatre you may have caught Carlos in the holiday seasons working alongside Memoir Agency/Creative City spreading the spooky and Christmas spirits. While continuing their performing career, Carlos has picked up side talents including Music Mixing/production or Hosting working alongside local Drag-Queens and Burlesque dancers. Being a part of this unique show has been a prideful brag of Carlos and hopes you leave the show "urgently inspired.”
Carnell Crockett
Carnell Crockett is a dynamic entertainer, trainer, and creative force with over a decade of experience in the theme park and live entertainment industry. Known for his infectious energy and commanding stage presence, Carnell has worked with premier brands like SeaWorld, Universal Studios, and Westgate Resorts, bringing characters and stories to life with heart and humor. Beyond performance, he excels in training and mentoring talent, fostering positive team environments, and developing engaging guest experiences. Carnell’s skill set includes improv, stage management, entertainment coordination, and character development—making him a versatile asset both on stage and behind the scenes. He is passionate about creating moments of joy and connection through entertainment, always striving to uplift others with creativity and authenticity. Whether leading a cast, or acting on a stage ,Carnell’s dedication and love for the Arts will always shine.
Cole NeSmith
Cole NeSmith is an experience curator, writer, musician, actor and speaker. He is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Creative City Project. He is also the co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of The Memoir Agency. Through these two companies, Cole works to make every place and moment meaningful through epic events and immersive experiences. As a performing artist, Cole has appeared in professional theater, works of classical and contemporary music, film and TV.
Mark Edward Smith
As an active presence in the Orlando theatre community for 30+ years Mark has had the privilege of working with Theaters, Dance and Opera companies, and Symphonies throughout the region as an Actor, Director, Choreographer, and Stage Manager. Acting highlights include roles in Much Ado About Nothing, Measure For Measure, Pericles, Angels in America: Parts I & II, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, The Grapes of Wrath, and The Weir as well as Kinky Boots, Sweeney Todd, La Cage aux Folles, and West Side Story. As a director he has helmed acclaimed productions of Ragtime, Fun Home, The History Boys, James Joyce’s The Dead, The Triumph of Love, The Amish Project, The Big Meal, and Silent Sky. Mark can also be found pairing Wizards with their wands at a certain Shop in a certain Alley.
Marty Stonerock
Marty has been a professional actor for 30+ years. She has done tv, film, and commercials.
A career highlight was playing the girlfriend of Tom Wilkinson's girlfriend & listening to all his naughty stories on set. Her first love is theater & favorite roles are: Polly (Other Desert Cities), The Seagull (Arkadina), Noises Off ( Dottie). In her free time, Marty is an avid hiker & snow skier & is plotting her next adventure : heli-hiking. Thank you to Creative City Project (aren't we lucky how alive the arts are in Orlando?)
Here's my website: MartyStonerock.com
Matt Rush
Matt Rush is excited to join this troupe of talented actors and bring these timeless works to life! This marks his second collaboration with the Creative City Project. Favorite past roles include Nat (The Birds), Trip (Other Desert Cities), Wade (A Tennessee Walk), Judd (Oklahoma!), and Demetrius (Titus Andronicus). In recent years, though, his most treasured role has been “Dad” to his two kids. Endless thanks to Cole, Melyssa, and Aradhana for this opportunity, and all his love to Lindsay.
Rachel Comeau
Rachel Comeau was most recently seen as Grace Kelly in original show Josie & Grace at The Dr. Phillips Center and as Shelby in Steel Magnolias at Theater West End. She can also be seen on screen. Recent credits include Lifetime’s Secret Life of the Dean’s Wife and Apple TV’s Bad Monkey. When she’s not acting, she’s making killer playlists, teaching pilates, and waiting for the next appropriate time for coffee.
Sarah Lockard
Sarah Lockard is very grateful to be a part of this project. She performed with Play the Moment in the poetry show “VersUS” at FestNFour earlier this year and is very happy to be back with this stellar team and to be working with some new artists as well. She has performed with several theater companies in Central Florida, including Mad Cow Theatre, Garden Theatre, Osceola Arts, and has been involved with several shows at the Orlando Fringe Festival. She performs regularly with Phantasmagoria Orlando, Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows, and the Barbara Lee Comedy Wedding Show. If you have little ones, you can bring them to see The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at Orlando Shakes this fall. Big thanks to Creative City, Aradhana Tiwari, Stephen, and her family.
Stephen Lima
Originally from Toronto Canada, Stephen is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC and was a member of their prestigious showcase Company. Recent theater credits: Paul Sheldon in Misery ( Osceola Arts), Don John in Much Ado About Nothing, Lysimachus in Pericles, Sebastian in The Tempest, Grempkin / Fighting Prawn in Peter and the Starcatcher, Bedford / Bates in Henry V (Orlando Shakespeare Theatre) O’Brien in 1984, Felix in The Odd Couple and Ernesto in Destiny of Desire (Garden Theatre)
Vanessa Sotomayor
Born and raised in Bronx, New York to theatrical parents, Vanessa Sotomayor was exposed to the arts very early. She’s performed every where from regional theaters to comedy clubs and improv troupes. Some of her favorite roles being Louise in Always, Patsy Cline, Casandra in Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike , as the “Dove” in the original cast of award winning Christmas show “O, Wondrous Night!” and as a professional Ringmaster for the incredible Circus Kirkus. Locally, you'll see her in several roles with extraordinary theatre companies like Winter Park Playhouse and New Generation Theatrical. She's incredibly grateful to have the unconditional love of her Mama Gladys and limitless support of her "Forever Plus 1" Scott Crawford.
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