Forge Theatre of Phoenixville

09/01/2026

Meet the cast of Kiss Me Kate!

Tristan Sieben (Paul, Fred Graham’s dresser / Specialty dance & leader of solo trio for “Too Darn Hot”) - Tristan returns for his third show with Forge. Tristan performed in Miracle on 34th St (Finely) and You Can’t Take it With You (The Man). Recently, Tristan has also been seen at Players Club of Swarthmore in Lobby Hero (Jeff) and Eden Street Players production of Cause It’s My Birthday, Bitch (Andrew). Tristan thanks Marsha Amato-Greenspan and the production staff for giving him this opportunity! Tristan also thanks his family and friends for their love and support!

08/31/2026

Meet the cast of Kiss Me Kate!

Deb Marotta (Hattie) - Deborah is thrilled to be back at Forge Theatre, where she previously appeared as Mrs. Kirby in You Can't Take It With You. Other favorite roles include Duchess Olga in You Can't Take It With You at Playcrafters, ensemble in My Fair Lady with Methacton Community Theater, and Madame Arcati in Blithe Spirit at Dramateurs. She lives in West Norriton with her husband, Mark, and their benevolent overlord, Hieronymus the Tabby, whose contract requires frequent treats, comfortable blankets, and top billing whenever possible.

Kiss Me Kate runs September 11th through 27th.
Friday and Saturday evenings performances are 7:30pm
Sundays matinees at 2:00pm.

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08/25/2026

Meet the cast of Kiss Me Kate!

Tom Pitt (First Man / “Aide to Katherine”) - Tom is excited to return to the Forge Stage in this classic Cole Porter musical that has such a wonderful and talented cast and production team. You may remember previous performances; Mr. Kirby (You Can’t Take it With You), Dennis / Perkins (The Play that Goes Wrong), or Daddy Warbucks (Annie). As always, Tom dedicates his performance to his two supporting Angels; His mom, who gave him his love of singing and Dr. William Gile a director, mentor, and friend who turned an interest in theater into a passion that can never be extinguished. Though both are gone, they are certainly not forgotten. Finally, thanks to my wife Liz who still laughs at my jokes and encourages me daily … you are my best friend, I love you.

Tom Groves (Second Man / “Aide to Katherine”) - Tom has been involved in community theater for a while now and always enjoys an opportunity to work with amazing people on an amazing project. He would like to especially thank Marsha and Tom for giving his tired pipes the opportunity to sing to the rafters and tread the boards at Forge again. It means the world. Tom would also love to send thanks and love to Ruth, Lily, and Phoebe for the support they give that enables him to play at this crazy thing.

08/23/2026

Meet the cast of Kiss Me Kate!

Peter Phillips (Bill Calhoun / Lucentio) – Peter is thrilled to return to the Forge Theatre stage—especially in a role that allows him to sing, dance, gamble and make questionable decisions, though preferably not all at once. Previous Forge credits include Mortimer in Arsenic and Old Lace, Hameo in Shakespeare in the Trailer Park, Musidorus in Head Over Heels, and appearances in The 1940s Radio Hour and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Other favorite roles include Hedwig in Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Ash Theater Company)and Dennis in All Shook Up (Barley Sheaf Players). When he isn’t performing in traditional theatre, Peter travels throughout the Northeast presenting educational shows for children—which involves slightly fewer gangsters and significantly less Shakespeare. He sends his love to his kids—Virginia, Annabelle and Dilan. 🎲🎲 Losing my heart to my sweet Bianca, on stage and off. Cantiamo d’amore!

08/21/2026

Meet the cast of Kiss Me Kate!

Kim Cafarella (Lois Lane / Bianca) - Kim is delighted to return to the Forge stage! Previous Forge credits include Once Upon a Mattress (Jester), Godspell (Ensemble/Turn Back O' Man Soloist), Shakespeare in the Trailer Park (Barbie-Q Bacon), Head Over Heels (Mopsa), All Shook Up (Mayor Matilda Hyde), and Avenue Q (Bad Idea Bear). She is thrilled to play opposite her favorite scene partner on and off the stage, Pete. While Lois may wonder why Bill can't behave, Kim is happy to report that Pete is always true to her (in his fashion)—and she wouldn't have it any other way. Offstage, Kim is a pediatric speech-language pathologist and university professor. She is grateful to her family, friends, and the Forge community for always supporting her theater adventures.

08/20/2026

Our annual banquet is coming up this Saturday! Join us this Saturday 8/22 at the VFW in Phoenixville for a fun evening! Tickets can be reserved at the link in our bio

Any questions? You can send a text to Christa Wisneski at 484-614-5827

08/20/2026

Meet the cast of Kiss Me Kate!

Anne DiFebbo (Lilli Vanessi / Katherine (Kate)) - Anne is thrilled to be back at Forge as Lilli Vanessi/Kate in Kiss Me Kate. Most recently she was seen here as Penelope Sycamore in You Can’t Take It With You. Anne has recently returned to theater after a long hiatus to raise her teenage sons, who are joining her onstage in the ensemble! She has been involved in over 25 productions across the area since 1994. Favorite roles: Carrie Pipperidge, Carousel; Sally Smith, Me & My Girl; Eliza Doolittle, My Fair Lady; Ivy Weston in August Osage County. Love to Mike, Drew and Luke. This one is dedicated to Martha.

08/19/2026

Meet the cast of Kiss me Kate!

Gregory D. Kasander (Fred Graham / Petruchio) Greg last performed Shakespeare scenes here at Forge Theater in I Hate Hamlet, as Andrew Ralley. This is the third time he has appeared on stage with Anne DiFebbo who gave memorable performances in Sunday in the Park with George and Once Upon a Mattress. So many thanks to the creative staff for trusting him with his first Cole Porter role. Finally!

08/13/2026

Things are heatin up at Forge. Kiss me Kate is is Too Darn Hot to miss. Snag a ticket to see this sizzling number in action during our upcoming production.

Kiss Me Kate runs September 11th through 27th.
Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30pm
Sundays matinees at 2pm

Tickets can be purchased through our website, Phone reservation or at the door.

https://www.forgetheatre.org/

08/05/2026

Come Audition with us! We are looking for young actors to fill roles in both of our holiday double header show.

A mouse, an elf, and a spunky little girl are off on a wild Christmas adventure. A familiar "blockhead" searches for the true meaning of Christmas.

Auditions for Forge Theatre's 2 Holiday Shows, Twas the Night Before Christmas and A Charlie Brown Christmas will be held on Tuesday, August 4th and Thursday, August 6th both at 7:00pm. Director Denise Wisneski is looking for CHILDREN (approximate ages 7-16) to fill the roles of both shows. Auditions consist of cold readings from the script. While both shows are plays, there will be some group singing (no vocal auditions).

Show Dates: November 20-21, December 4,5,6,11,12,13. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm
Rehearsals: Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday evening.Time TBD

Roles to be filled for Twas the Night Before Christmas (ages are approximate)
Emily(ages 10-14) a sweet little girl with attitude
Amos & Amos of Kansas (ages 10-14) Amos - a boy mouse, Emily's best friend and Amos of Kansas - twin brother of Amos (a dual role with Amos) Calliope (ages 14-16) a girl Christmas elf

Roles to be filled for A Charlie Brown Christmas
Characters are the familiar Peanuts gang
Charlie Brown
Snoopy (Charlie Brown's dog)
Lucy Van Pelt
Linus Van Pelt ( Lucy's younger brother)
Sally Brown (Charlie Brown's younger sister)
Peppermint Patty
Pig Pen
Freida
Schroeder ( piano playing not necessary!)
Violet
Shermy

For any questions or additional information please contact Denise Wisneski at [email protected] or text/call 484-354-8986

Forge Theatre brings high-quality, year-round live theatrical entertainment to Phoenixville