Nicholas is a classically trained tenor; he studied at Lee University in Cleveland, TN and did graduate work at Belmont University School of Music. He performed for the second inauguration of President Barack Obama as well as in Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte and Le nozzle di Figaro in Prague, Czech Republic and Salzburg, Austria. This is Nicholas’ second production with Franklin Light Opera, after playing the role of Ralph Rackstraw in Fall 2023.

Karen Wonder Dumont is thrilled to be performing once again in one of her favorite roles, Mabel! Karen is one of the founders of Franklin Light Opera, which was inspired by the Cornell Savoyards (Ithaca), a G&S group she led in Western NY. Favorite musical theatre roles include Mother Abbess (The Sound of Music), Rosa Bud (The Mystery of Edwin Drood), Cunegonde (Candide), Marian (The Music Man), Johanna (Sweeney Todd), and Kate (Kiss Me Kate). Favorite Gilbert & Sullivan roles include Mabel (The Pirates of Penzance), Josephine (HMS Pinafore), Yum-Yum (The Mikado), Ida (Princess Ida), and Rose Maybud (Ruddigore). She has done numerous recital programs including Cornell University’s Summer Concert Series. As a concert soloist, she has appeared in Orff’s Carmina Burana, Mozart's Requiem, and Handel’s Messiah. Behind the scenes,  Karen is working as the Production Manager for Pirates and the President of FLO’s Board of Directors.

Jiana is thrilled to be making her FLO debut! Originally from Texas, she is in her senior year as a Classical Voice Major at Belmont University. She had the opportunity to be a soloist in Belmont’s 2023 Classical Singer’s Recital and is involved in Belmont Opera Theatre where she performed the role of Margo (The Merry Widow) and is preparing to sing the role of The Prince (The Little Prince) in Opera Scenes this Fall. She is also involved with Belmont’s musical theatre club where she performed the role of Rona (Spelling Bee). She is so great full to be performing with such a talented and creative group of singers!

Susan has performed with the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, singing with the Dayton Opera Chorus. She performed the roles of Rosina in “The Barber of Seville “and Carmen in “Carmen” with the Dayton Children’s Traveling Opera. Susan toured around the world as a vocalist and dancer with the United States Air Force’s premier entertainment group Tops In Blue. She also sang with the Elgin Master Chorale and Chamber Singers and was featured with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra. Susan is delighted to perform again with Franklin Light Opera and expresses her gratitude for the continual support of her husband and two daughters.

A classically trained soprano, Catherine studied at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and did graduate work at Austin Peay State University, receiving bachelor’s and master’s degrees in vocal performance. She has performed ensemble and comprimario roles with the Nashville Opera. Passionate about choral music, she has had the privilege of singing with multiple choral groups in both Tennessee and North Carolina. Catherine lives in Franklin with her husband Gray and son Heath. She is delighted to be performing with the Franklin Light Opera.

Vincent Davis, an American tenor, hails from Knoxville, Tennessee. Most recent performances include: The National Civil Rights Museum ~ Memphis, honoring the life and legacy of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, La’Boheme, Pagliacci, Pirates of Penzance and Florencia En El Amazonas, The Magic Flute, Carmen, HMS Pinafore, Lucia, Die Fledermaus (Dr. Blind), The Jonah People premiere ~ Hannibal Lokumbe ~ Nashville. Featured on nationally televised CMA Awards with recording artist Jelly Row and Winona Judd. The Grand Ole Opry Stage, Leslie Jordan Tribute, with recording artist Eddie Vedder. Featured singer of W. Crimm Singers, Nashville. Featured performer with Nashville Opera’s Opera on Wheels Program, Juneteenth Celebration: National Museum of African American Music June 15th 2023rd and 2024th, Autumn Tour Oct 27th 2023: Donelson Fifty Forward. Featured soloist on recorded works of Brazilian composer, Daniel Bondaczuk, Aurora and Lux Mundi ~ Nashville.

Chad Dumont is excited to be performing with Franklin Light Opera again in this wonderful show. He’s enjoyed being cast in Gilbert & Sullivan’s HMS Pinafore, Pirates of Penzance, Patience, Trial by Jury, The Sorcerer and Ruddigore.

John Schultz is a professional educator, having served as Principal for 32 years.  His theatrical experience includes acting in, directing or conducting over 160 shows at every level - school, community and professional theater.  He made his Franklin Light Opera debut last season as theCaptain of the HMS Pinafore. He is thrilled to be back as  a pirate and Policeman in the Pirates of Penzance. John is also a member of the FLO Board of Directors and serves as props master. 

Lee Spitzer is an Oracle IT consultant specializing in healthcare and supply chain applications.   He graduated with a music degree from Rhodes College and sang with the Rhodes College singers, many years ago, before his IT career.  He also plays guitar, sings in the choir at the Church of the Resurrection, and enjoys spending time with family.  This is his first performance with FLO.