Our Ensemble
Kallen alsdorf
Kallen is excited to be returning for her second show with eMBer! She was in the ensemble for our previous show, W;t, and this time she is working behind the scenes as an assistant stage manager. Kallen is grateful for the community she has found in eMBer and wants to thank Michelle, Melissa, and Michael for their leadership and guidance. In college, Kallen specialized in English literature, particularly in Shakespeare, and Hamlet is genuinely her favorite play.
RACHEL CARPENTER
Rachel is so excited to be a part of this eMBer! She fell back in love with theater thanks to the wonderful faculty at Columbus State. Rachel has a vast collection of books and comfy blankets to get her through the Ohio Winters. She wants to thank her parents, her aunts, and grandparents for cheering her on in finding her passion!
Cat mcalpine
Cat is an actor, writer, director, and collage artist based in Columbus. She believes more women should be carrying swords, on stage and in real life. Cat thanks theatre every day for teaching her most of what she knows about being human.
syndey Jordan
Sydney is honored to be a part of the eMBer ensemble. She is a model and actor originally from the Dayton area, and moved to Columbus in 2022 to further pursue her artistic career. Sydney first worked with eMBer in When We Were Young and Unafraid, playing the role of Penny. She is excited to continue working on her craft and is excited for what’s to come!
Anita McFarren
Anita is proud to be a member of the eMBer Ensemble. She has been a member of the Columbus theatre scene for years.
traci weaver
Traci is proud to be a member of the eMBer Ensemble. She has been a member of the Columbus theatre scene for years.
Merritt Weirick
Merritt is honored to be a part of such a talented ensemble full of powerful artists. She joined the Columbus Theatre scene in 2021, transplanting from Houston Texas. She believes women's voices within the arts have the ability to induce change here at home and throughout the world.
SUSAN WISMAR
Susan Wismar is elated to be contributing to EMBer Women’s Theater ensemble. A Jebby Award winning actor, Susan's most recent roles include Vivian Bearing in Wit, Prospera in The Tempest, and as Woman in Safari Hat in Chamber Music. She is always supported by her husband Seth and kitty Bête.