Creative Team
DANIEL MONTGOMERY (WRITER | JONATHAN)
Daniel Montgomery is the writer of *The Willows* and a founding member of JFI Productions. He also has the pleasure of playing Jonathan. **Training:** USC, NCSA, UCB and Groundlings. He has a number of film/TV/theatre credits, including his queer ghost feature *The Jessica Cabin* (on Tubi!). [@danielxmontgomery](https://www.instagram.com/danielxmontgomery)JT SWIERCZEK (PRODUCER)
A Founder of JFI, JT is an entrepreneur, brand architect, and cultural strategist. Along with his work with JFI, he’s produced two critically acclaimed feature films and helped launch iconic brands like Tito’s, St-Germain, and Bev. JT is a partner at Smokeye Hill, the award-winning bourbon, and co-founder of Everle, a privacy-first social platform. With over two decades of experience across spirits, tech, and entertainment, he’s recognized as a visionary at the intersection of brand, experience, and cultural innovation.JUSTIN FIX (DIRECTOR)
Founder & Director of Just Fix It Productions, Justin Fix is a visionary leader in immersive entertainment. An accomplished director, producer, and actor, he combines creativity, precision, and a passion for guest experience to elevate JFI from an independent theater collective into an internationally recognized brand. With roots in theater since age seven, Justin has built a career spanning events, spirits, film, large-scale celebrity wedding planning, and production. Along the way, he helped launch major hospitality brands, such as The Blind Barber. He refined his expertise in experiential design, establishing himself as a creative force dedicated to innovation and unforgettable live experiences. [@justnfix](https://www.instagram.com/justnfix)RYAN DOHNER (TECHNICAL DIRECTOR)
Originally from Pennsylvania, Ryan has been with JFI Productions since *Creep: Awake* in 2018. As Technical Director, he’s helped bring immersive stories to life for over seven years. He’s proud to grow alongside the company and thrives on the collaborative, ever-evolving nature of live experiential work.STEPHANIE TUREK (PRODUCER)
As a founding member and Head of Production at JFI Productions, Stephanie Turek balances creative and operational leadership while also serving as the costumer, choreographer, and performer in the company’s acclaimed works. Over the past decade, she has collaborated with leading partners, brands, and talent, helping to define JFI’s reputation for innovation and excellence in the immersive entertainment space. Beyond JFI, Stephanie’s extensive background in live entertainment and large-scale performance includes credits with *Dancing with the Stars*, Doja Cat, Walt Disney World, and Stiletto Entertainment/Holland America Cruise Line. [@stephanie_turek](https://www.instagram.com/stephanie_turek)Principal
DASHA KITTREDGE (ANGELA)
Having been part of *The Willows* family since the first show, Dasha is thrilled at its return. Credits include *Gumball Dreams* (SXSW Audience Award), *Creep LA*, *Haus of Creep*, *LORE*, *Rochester 1996*, *Crimson Cabaret*, *Delusion*, and *The Wild Party*. Dasha was a live actor and writer for Tender Claws & Oculus' VR experience *The Under Presents* (Emmy Nominated). She recently cast, performance-directed, and co-wrote Peacock & Blumhouse's immersive activation *Overnightmare at the Stanley Hotel* (EX Award Winner 2025) and cast and talent-coordinated NBC's *The SNL Experience*. She is an NYU Tisch, UCB, and Moscow Art Theatre alumna. Connect [@dashakittredge](https://www.instagram.com/dashakittredge)DEIRDRE V. LYONS (DEIRDRE)
Deirdre V. Lyons is a Los Angeles-based producer, director, and performer. A co-founder of Ferryman Collective, she creates award-winning live VR theatre. Her work includes *Welcome to Respite*, *Gumball Dreams*, and *Uncanny Alley*. She’s a sought-after speaker, a Television Academy and PGA member, and a 2023 SXSW mentor.GUY PICOT (LINDSAY)
Guy played Charlie Chaplin in the award-winning *Stoneface* at Sacred Fools Theatre and The Pasadena Playhouse. In London, he played Lillas Pastia in Jonathan Miller’s production of *Carmen* at English National Opera. He toured Europe as Eddie/Dr. Scott in *The Rocky Horror Show*. For British TV, he’s written episodes of the primetime Network shows *Bad Girls* and *Footballers’ Wives*. His seasonal dark comedy *The Christmas Present* is published by Stagewrights.JANNICA OLIN (DEIRDRE)
Swedish-born actress and TEDx speaker Jannica Olin is Hollywood's Bald Blonde (thanks, Alopecia). A graduate of The Neighborhood Playhouse in New York, Jannica has worked in theatre, film/TV in the US and Europe. Her solo show *(IM)PERFEKT* received a BroadwayWorld Theatre Award nomination in 2020 and premiered Off-Broadway in 2022. www.jannicaolin.comJAXSON BRASHIER (UNCLE RICKY)
Be it running a nightclub as Big Bob in JFI’s *Night Fever*, or stalking the halls of the Beckett Mansion as Uncle Ricky in *The Willows*, Jaxson is ecstatic to be back in action with JFI. Outside of his JFI family, Jaxson works as a high school theatre teacher and appears annually as a professional real-bearded Santa Claus.MASON CONRAD (CONRAD)
Mason Conrad originated the role of Conrad (with Jacob Miller) in 2017. Every day he is grateful to be making art with his best friends. Mason is also a sculptor, a writer, and a director. Mason is an MFA graduate of The Old Globe/USD. Repped by BAM Management. @masonxconrad on Instagram. www.masonconrad.comMELINDA DEKAY (ROSEMARY)
Having a “few” decades of performing under her belt, she is thrilled to be returning to the skin of Rosemary Willows. Many have asked her what she likes best, theatre or film? Her answer: “neither.” “Immersive theatrical performing is it! It’s a marriage of theatre and film!” *The Willows* has given her the best challenge that an actor can have. And with this new sixth season, she is truly looking forward to her new journey with this wonderful cast, crew, and production company, JFI Productions. IMDb: Melinda DeKayMISHA REEVES (CLAUDIA)
Misha Reeves is a BU-trained actress who blends horror and comedy with unholy glee. A founding CREEP LA cast member (haunting since 2015), Rockwell UMPO veteran, voice of Sasha on *The Real Housewives of D&D*, and star of the cult horror-comedy *Val*. Gingers have souls and she’ll steal yours, too.Crew
AJ DANNA (STAGE MANAGER)
Selected Credits: • As Show Director – RWS Global • As Casting Director – *Delusion* • As Writer – *Los Angeles Haunted Hayride*, *The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor*, *Festival Fright Nights at Winchester Mystery House* • As Performer – *Stranger Things: The Experience*, *Grinchmas*, *Freakier Friday* Gratitude to Justin and love to Carina.
@ajdanna
DAVID SCHROCK (DOOR HOST)
In February of 1983, in the state of Virginia, the Megalopolitan Blizzard marked the dawn of David Schrock. Born to a Cuban mother and Swiss patriarch, he began his life at the tail end of the year of the dog—a pun and prophecy never lost on the boy.He is an actor and a writer. A husband, a father, a son, a man, and like all—a child.
He resides in Los Angeles, California with his wife, two sons, two dogs, and a minivan. He loves rivers and streams.
REBECCA BLAKE (HOUSE MANAGER)
Rebecca Blake is a creative producer and immersive experience designer whose background spans remote desert festivals, corporate self-development seminars, concept development, and scenic fabrication.Driven by a love for transformation, leadership, and community, she crafts experiences that spark wonder and leave people a little more awakened than when they arrived.
SAM KELLMAN (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER)
Sam Kellman is an independent filmmaker and immersive designer from Los Angeles, California.Consistently active in the immersive space, he’s created multiple immersive theatre plays (Within Our Walls), haunted house productions (Opechee Haunt), and audio-based installations (SLEEPWALKR) over the past decade– with SLEEPWALKR being featured at the 2023 Tribeca Festival.
Supporting
AUSTIN MINARD (JONATHAN)
Austin Minard is a Los Angeles-based artist with a passion for immersive storytelling. He has performed, written, and directed across stage, film, and experiential productions. With his fifth year under his belt working for JFI Productions, he’s humbled he gets to continue to help bring new and exciting ways to tell stories.CLAIRE DELLAMAR (CLAUDIA)
Claire Dellamar is an actress, writer, and producer. She has been featured in multiple feature films, TV series, national commercials, and live performances, including JFI’s own *CREEP LA*. Most recently, she can be seen in the Peacock series *Ted*, written and directed by Seth Macfarlane.MARIA BRODEUR (ROSEMARY)
Maria Brodeur is overjoyed to work with JFI again!Recently: Into the Breeches (Celeste Fielding) Theatre 40.
In NJ: The Lion In Winter (Eleanor); Mary Poppins, The Musical (Mrs. Banks); Ruthless!, The Musical.
Repped by RAGE Talent. Thanks for thinking of me, Nicky! Love to Ed.
mariabrodeur.com
MAX CHARBONNEAU (CONRAD)
Max Charbonneau (he/him) is a performer and clown who lives in Echo Park with his rabbit. He hosts a monthly variety show at the Elysian Theater called *The Frank Sriracha Comedy Hour*. Follow on Instagram: @corndudemax
(Fun fact: Today is his birthday!)
MICHAEL PIZZUTO (LINDSAY)
Michael began his career as a child actor in stage musicals. After years of touring, he signed a one-year contract to perform in Hong Kong. That move to Asia ended up lasting twelve years before his move to Los Angeles!He has voiced almost one hundred different video games and animation series over the last seventeen years, and has had numerous TV appearances, including McMillions (HBO), and most recently playing Dale in Eenie Meanie (20th Century/Hulu).
MORGAN TAYLOR (ANGELA)
Morgan Taylor is delighted & honored to be a part of this wicked *Willows* family. She’s been seen in previous JFI productions such as *Night Fever* and *CREEP: Ghosts*. Morgan is a graduate of the Old Globe MFA Program and is repped by BAM Management.
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SOPHIE COOPER (ANGELA)
Sophie Cooper has been a cast member of *The Willows* since 2018 and JFI since 2017! Her film credits include *The Blue Rose* & *Good Mourning*. Her (self-titled) band plays live in Los Angeles on a regular basis—check her out on Spotify.
@sophieclarecooper
RETURNING FALL 2022
THE WILLOWS family invited audiences to their home (and dinner table) for a mysterious celebration. Guests find themselves players in a modern-day psychological mystery, as they dine and mingle with the Willows family in a sprawling 10,000 sq. ft. macabre mansion. Interacting with a household of bizarre characters, guests unearth secrets and discover where the strange family’s loyalties truly lie. The Willows sold out all 300 performances..
Read our review in The Larchmont Ledger
“WE DON’T KNOW YOUR FAMILY. WE ONLY HOPE YOUR MEALS TOGETHER ARE LESS DYSFUNCTIONALLY ENJOYABLE THAN THIS ONE.”
– URBAN DADDY
IMMERSIVE THEATRE MEETS VIRTUAL REALITY
Amaze VR and Just Fix It Productions have partnered up to create an interactive VR feature film inspired by the critically-acclaimed immersive theatre production, The Willows. The VR experience is set to release today, and viewers can receive the first episode for free on the Amaze VR app, immediately available on Oculus Go and Samsung Gear VR. Th e Willows is just one of four premium interactive experiences that viewers can access on the Amaze VR platform.
Similar to the original immersive theatre experience, the viewer becomes a part of an eccentric family’s story, a guest to a celebration rife with decadence and danger. As night closes in on this family’s mysterious manor, the viewer begins to find themself deep within a modern-day psychological mystery. Viewers will be drawn into haunting scenes and bizarre encounters , deciding their own journey at multiple decision points with four possible endings.
The experience runs approximately 56 minutes of straight play-through and 141 minutes of total runtime with all interactive opt ions. The Willows in VR serves as a faithful adaptation of JFI Productions’ originally written and produced piece, incorporating the best moments from all 185 sold-out shows . JFI Productions als o created Creep LA, an award-winning immersive haunted experience, which transported an audience of thousands into surreal and frightening worlds.
