Nine, the Musical - March 23 - March 26, 2023
Jacksonville University
Who's Who
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Daniel Pesante
as Guido Contini
Daniel Pesante (Guido Contini) is a JU alum and a community member of the local choir scene. First performing at JU as Piragua Guy in In the Heights, he has gone on to perform scenes from Cosi Fan Tutte (Giuseppe Verdi) and was in The Secret Garden as Archibald Craven. Being a lifelong singer and performer, Daniel has over a decade of experience performing in many groups around the Jacksonville and Orlando areas. He wants to thank everyone who has supported him in his musical journey throughout the years, especially his mom, who pushed him harder than anyone else.
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Alan Esteves
as Little Guido
Alan Esteves (Little Guido) is a young actor of 11 years old. Alan has been with St. Johns Stage since the summer of 2021. His first performance was at Access Broadway in Orlando, where he won several high-scoring awards. Alan's previous roles include Young Scrooge and William Cratchit in A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong, Harley in The Headless Horseman Rides Again, and the Lion in The Wizard of Oz. He is actively honing his skills in acting, singing, and dancing.
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Melissa Caceres
as Luisa Contini
Melissa “Meli” Caceres (Luisa Contini) has a background in music that goes to her childhood. She was introduced to theatre in her Senior year of High School and completely fell in love. Her first role was Ethel in Footloose. Since then, she’s played Rosa Bud in JU’s Spring 2022 production of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, and, tonight, Luisa Contini. Performing has become a love of hers, and upon completing her Bachelor's she plans on getting a Masters in Vocal Performance.
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