EMERGE Theatre Group
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Meet the cast of "LOVE In THE LAYOVER"
When holiday travelers get stranded during a major airport delay, unexpected connections, honest conversations, and second chances unfold. What begins as a frustrating setback turns into a night of reflection and renewal — proving that sometimes delays lead us exactly where we’re meant to be.
Shawndrel Lumpkin as Star
Kalvin Jackson as Everett
Val Bonds as Vanessa
Shawnna Coney as Kia
Troy Turner as Mr. G
Hannah Turner as Tiana
DaMarcus Brown as Malik
meet the creative team
Introducing the folks who bring artistic leadership and impeccable hospitality every production.
Clinnesha D. Sibley, Playwright-Producer-Director
"Love in the Layover" is written and directed by Clinnesha D. Sibley. Other directing credits of hers include "One Night Only", "for colored girls...", "The Old Settler", "A Raisin in the Sun", "Waiting to Be Invited", The Colored Museum", "The Bluest Eye", and "The Mountaintop".
Leandria Smith, Music Director
Leandria Smith is a seasoned musician and educator with extensive experience as a performer, vocal coach, and musical director. She has served as musical director for numerous stage productions, including One Night Only, Peter Pan, Godspell, The Wizard of Oz, Once on This Island, Memphis Women and Fried Chicken: Musical Review, Ti Jean and His Brothers, Four Little Girls: Birmingham 1963, and The Lion King Jr.
Keith Sibley, House Manager
Keith Sibley serves as the House Manager for Emerge productions including the annual dinner theatre experience. He is also an active member of the executive board for SMMEIIS, contributing his leadership to support the organization’s mission.
