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Renee (Stephanie) Adger

as "Niveah"

Renée is excited to play the role of "Niveah" in the upcoming stage production "Sunder". This marks her third year with Bees Knees Productions.

A passionate actress with a growing résumé in both stage and screen, Renée recently portrayed "Lexi" in the play "Despair" and appeared in the local series "Return of the Shihan". Her additional stage credits include "The Shooter", "It’s Not Ministry", "It’s Competition", and "Hall Pass". 

Driven by a love for storytelling and a deep commitment to her craft, Renée aspires to audition for Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. She also dreams of making a guest appearance on Law & Order: SVU.

Renée draws strength and inspiration from her two sons, her father, her extended family, cherished friends, and her Superman. She dedicates her work to her late mother, whose pride and encouragement continue to guide her journey.

Ja'Ron Nichols

as "Brandon"

Ja’Ron Nichols (Jay Melody) is an actor, singer, and songwriter, born and raised in Kansas City, KS. He’s been acting since he was a child. Throughout the years he’s starred in various stage productions and even a short film. His theatre background includes  “Little Shop of Horrors”, “Guys and Dolls”, Seussical, “Get Lifted”, “Dreamgirls in Revue”, “Hairspray”, Choices I and II written and directed by Ja’Kyta Lawrie (Kansas City), and more recently  “Rufus’s Dysfunctional Family” written and directed by Eljay Williams (Kansas City). Various Bee’s Knees Productions and also Faith Unlimited Productions. He most recently wrote and produced music for the stage play “Sisters” by Trish Mitchell. He’s very much excited about the many doors GOD is opening up for him. His mission is to show the world that talent doesn’t discriminate and that no matter what comes your way, keep on chasing your dreams because it’ll be so worth it in the end.