About Us
Alissa Bush -Executive Director
Rachel Maria Barsness -Performer/Head of Marketing and Social Media
Rachel Maria Barsness -Performer/Head of Marketing and Social Media
Alissa is the founder and executive director of NYC Street Theater. She is a musical theater graduate from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy with a focus in Shakespeare and classical ballet. Some of her favorite regional credits include Juliet in “Romeo and Juliet”, and Beatrice in “Much Ado About Nothing”, as well as choreograp
Alissa is the founder and executive director of NYC Street Theater. She is a musical theater graduate from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy with a focus in Shakespeare and classical ballet. Some of her favorite regional credits include Juliet in “Romeo and Juliet”, and Beatrice in “Much Ado About Nothing”, as well as choreographing and assistant directing her community college’s production of “West Side Story”. Outside of theater, Alissa has a passion for activism and working with animals. She would like to thank her wonderful friends and family for their constant support. You can visit Alissa’s website at www.alissambush.wixsite.com/mysite.
Rachel Maria Barsness -Performer/Head of Marketing and Social Media
Rachel Maria Barsness -Performer/Head of Marketing and Social Media
Rachel Maria Barsness -Performer/Head of Marketing and Social Media
Rachel Maria Barsness is thrilled to be a part of NYC Street Theater. Rachel grew up in a small town in Wisconsin, but was lucky enough to be surrounded by many musical theater opportunities. She was a 2018 Wisconsin State Jerry Award winner for her portrayal of Judy Bernly in “9 to 5: The Musical “. One thing led to another and she mo
Rachel Maria Barsness is thrilled to be a part of NYC Street Theater. Rachel grew up in a small town in Wisconsin, but was lucky enough to be surrounded by many musical theater opportunities. She was a 2018 Wisconsin State Jerry Award winner for her portrayal of Judy Bernly in “9 to 5: The Musical “. One thing led to another and she moved to NYC to obtain her BFA in Musical Theater. In addition to Judy Bernly, her favorite role has been The Witch in “Into The Woods”. Rachel is so pleased to have the opportunity to perform for you! You can visit Rachel’s website at https://rachelmbarsness.wixsite.com/mysite.
Jack Porubsky -Performer/Musical Director
Jack Porubsky -Performer/Musical Director
Jack Porubsky -Performer/Musical Director
Jack Porubsky is a NYC based actor and performer from Sauk City Wisconsin. Jack recently graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy and is currently studying to finish is BFA in Musical Theater at The New School. A few of his favorite regional theater credits include Jack in “Into the Woods” and Chip in “The Beauty and the
Jack Porubsky is a NYC based actor and performer from Sauk City Wisconsin. Jack recently graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy and is currently studying to finish is BFA in Musical Theater at The New School. A few of his favorite regional theater credits include Jack in “Into the Woods” and Chip in “The Beauty and the Beast.” While not performing Jack loves to spend time outdoors and with his amazing group of friends. He would like to thank his friends and family for their continuous love and support. You can visit his website at www.jackporubsky.com
Emma Imholz -Performer
Jack Porubsky -Performer/Musical Director
Jack Porubsky -Performer/Musical Director
Emma Imholz is a professional singer, dancer, and actor based in NYC. She has participated in lots of local theater in her home town in South Carolina, and was employed for Four Season in Dollywood’s “A Christmas Carol“ and ”The Little Engine Playhouse”. She graduated from the Musical Theater Conservatory program at the American Musical
Emma Imholz is a professional singer, dancer, and actor based in NYC. She has participated in lots of local theater in her home town in South Carolina, and was employed for Four Season in Dollywood’s “A Christmas Carol“ and ”The Little Engine Playhouse”. She graduated from the Musical Theater Conservatory program at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Fall of 2019. Her favorite role she has appeared in is Millie from “Thoroughly Modern Millie”. You can visit Emma’s website at www.emmaimholz.com.
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Ruben Ayala -Performer
Garrett Alan James -Performer
Stephanie Blaney -Performer
Ruben (He/Him) is a recent graduate from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. A few of his credits include; Ryan Evans in “High School Musical”, Daniel in “Almost Maine”, and Boris Halliburton from "The Curse of The Werewolf". Originally from Phoenix, Arizona he has come to The Big Apple to pursue his love and passion for theatre.
Ruben (He/Him) is a recent graduate from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. A few of his credits include; Ryan Evans in “High School Musical”, Daniel in “Almost Maine”, and Boris Halliburton from "The Curse of The Werewolf". Originally from Phoenix, Arizona he has come to The Big Apple to pursue his love and passion for theatre. He is stoked to be given this opportunity, to once again step on that stage and shed light within these troubling times. To give New Yorkers a moment to escape the madness.
Stephanie Blaney -Performer
Garrett Alan James -Performer
Stephanie Blaney -Performer
Stephanie is a performer based in New York City and is originally from Rockland, MA. She is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Stephanie first got the acting bug at 15 and has been performing ever since. Some past credits include Ursula (The Little Mermaid) and Marvelyn (Almost Maine). When not performing she enjoys photography, kickboxing, and playing with her dog.
Garrett Alan James -Performer
Garrett Alan James -Performer
Garrett Alan James -Performer
Garrett Alan James is a New York based actor and performer from Carterville, Illinois. In 2019, Garrett graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. He is currently completing his BFA in Musical Theater at The New School. Some of his favorite regional credits include Quasimodo in “The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Cosmo Brown in
Garrett Alan James is a New York based actor and performer from Carterville, Illinois. In 2019, Garrett graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. He is currently completing his BFA in Musical Theater at The New School. Some of his favorite regional credits include Quasimodo in “The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Cosmo Brown in “Singin’ In the Rain”, and Shrek in “Shrek: The Musical”. Garrett would like to thank his friends and family for their continuous support. You can visit Garrett’s website at www.garrettalanjames.com.