Erin Adame-Theatre Director/Abbess
Erin Adame is originally from the DFW area and moved to the RGV in 2003. She has been an active participant in Tower Theater productions since 2018 including Boeing Boeing, Playing Doctor, , The Trail to Oregon!, and several improv shows. In many ways, Tower is her second home. She's participated in Will'n in Weslaco's productions of Much Ado About Nothing, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. She is supported by her amazing husband, Jay, and her three crazy children Bella, Brady, and JJ, as well as her mom, Mary, and her brothers, Brink and Grant.
Rolando Martinez-Assistant Director
Rolando Martinez-Assistant Director
Rolando Martinez-Assistant Director
Our wonderful assistant director, Rolando Martinez, joined Will'n in Weslaco in 2022 when he portrayed Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet. In 2023 he made his directorial debut leading a fantastic cast for Macbeth. In 2024 he directed A Midsummer Night's Dream.
While most of his career experience has been in acting, he is grateful for the opport
Our wonderful assistant director, Rolando Martinez, joined Will'n in Weslaco in 2022 when he portrayed Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet. In 2023 he made his directorial debut leading a fantastic cast for Macbeth. In 2024 he directed A Midsummer Night's Dream.
While most of his career experience has been in acting, he is grateful for the opportunities that the festival has given him and looks forward to working with an amazing cast on one of the best known Shakespearean comedies.
Jando Elizondo-Stage Manager
Rolando Martinez-Assistant Director
Rolando Martinez-Assistant Director
Jando is a Valley native who began acting in 2013. He can go from playing a rugged cowboy to a smooth-talking businessman in the blink of an eye. With a face that's been described as "handsome with a hint of mischief," Jando has been a part of a couple of productions including "The Border Zone" at the iTheatre. When not on set he can be
Jando is a Valley native who began acting in 2013. He can go from playing a rugged cowboy to a smooth-talking businessman in the blink of an eye. With a face that's been described as "handsome with a hint of mischief," Jando has been a part of a couple of productions including "The Border Zone" at the iTheatre. When not on set he can be found practicing his accents and plotting the downfall of big government.
Neil Shuford-Antipholus of Ephesus
Carter Copeland-Antipholus of Syracuse
Carter Copeland-Antipholus of Syracuse
Neil Shuford has been doing theatre productions for...ever. He can't seem to stop being involved in local theatre. Two therapists and a priest have signed statements saying it's a problem. Despite that, he's happy to be here and has had so much fun working with the amazing cast and crew of Leading Ladies! Big thanks to Neil's lovely wife Erica, who tolerates his shenanigans.
Carter Copeland-Antipholus of Syracuse
Carter Copeland-Antipholus of Syracuse
Carter Copeland-Antipholus of Syracuse
Carter Copeland has a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Performance. He has performed in several dinner theaters at St. Paul Lutheran Church. During the last season of the Pan American Summer Stock, he played Howard in the University of Texas Pan American’s production of Moon Over Buffalo. He lives in Weslaco, Texas with his lovely wife, Lauren. This is his second performance with Will'n in Weslaco.
Pete Mendoza-Dromio of Ephesus
Carter Copeland-Antipholus of Syracuse
Rolando Martinez-Dromio of Syracuse
Pete Mendoza is from Roma, TX and graduated from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in Los Angeles. Pete is an actor of both stage and film. He made a guest appearance on NBC’s hit police drama Chicago PD (S10E17) and has recently done commercial work for Ford and Whataburger. Pete enjoys performing Shakespeare because it ch
Pete Mendoza is from Roma, TX and graduated from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in Los Angeles. Pete is an actor of both stage and film. He made a guest appearance on NBC’s hit police drama Chicago PD (S10E17) and has recently done commercial work for Ford and Whataburger. Pete enjoys performing Shakespeare because it challenges him in honing his craft as an actor. The Bard’s plays are a whetstone for his artistic soul. He has proudly performed for Will'n in Weslaco every year, beginning with Mark Antony in Julius Caesar, Benedict in Much Ado About Nothing, Tybalt in Romeo & Juliet, the titular character in Macbeth and Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Rolando Martinez-Dromio of Syracuse
Carter Copeland-Antipholus of Syracuse
Rolando Martinez-Dromio of Syracuse
Our wonderful assistant director Rolando Martinez, joined Will'n in Weslaco in 2022 when he portrayed Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet. In 2023 he made his directorial debut leading a fantastic cast for Macbeth. In 2024 he directed A Midsummer Night's Dream.
While most of his career experience has been in acting, he is grateful for the opportu
Our wonderful assistant director Rolando Martinez, joined Will'n in Weslaco in 2022 when he portrayed Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet. In 2023 he made his directorial debut leading a fantastic cast for Macbeth. In 2024 he directed A Midsummer Night's Dream.
While most of his career experience has been in acting, he is grateful for the opportunities that the festival has given him and looks forward to working with an amazing cast on one of the best known Shakespearean comedies.
Belinda Martinez-Luciana
Miranda Mendoza-First Merchant/Balthazar
Belinda Martinez-Luciana
This is Belinda's 4th performance with Will'n in Weslaco including onstage reads. She hopes to be a part of the Shakespeare experience for years to come. Ms. Belle acted throughout middle school and high school but took a hiatus from the stage for 18 years to have kids and start a career. She returned to acting in 2022 as the lechuza in T
This is Belinda's 4th performance with Will'n in Weslaco including onstage reads. She hopes to be a part of the Shakespeare experience for years to come. Ms. Belle acted throughout middle school and high school but took a hiatus from the stage for 18 years to have kids and start a career. She returned to acting in 2022 as the lechuza in The Border Zone presented by Weslaco Tower theater. She was a contestant in RGV's Got Talent (singing competition Season 1) and has slowly made a comeback to the stage and acting world since. She is honored for the opportunities and the rewarding learning experiences of working with a troupe of such talented cast, crew, and directors.
Brittany Gruhot-Adriana
Miranda Mendoza-First Merchant/Balthazar
Belinda Martinez-Luciana
Hark! Fie! Beware of the lady nameth Brittany Gruhot! She hath acted with the Shakespeare Festival once afore, during the 2023 production of Macbeth yesteryear, and it is the second timeth she hath dared perform A Midsummer Night's Dream. She is a mistress of numerous faces, but the bard utters to her in paths numerous canst't. Brittany d
Hark! Fie! Beware of the lady nameth Brittany Gruhot! She hath acted with the Shakespeare Festival once afore, during the 2023 production of Macbeth yesteryear, and it is the second timeth she hath dared perform A Midsummer Night's Dream. She is a mistress of numerous faces, but the bard utters to her in paths numerous canst't. Brittany desires thee enjoyest the show, and she wouldst like to thanketh her wond'rful fiancée and family for supp'rting h'r on h'r journey. Anon! We perform!
Amanda Adams-Courtesan
Miranda Mendoza-First Merchant/Balthazar
Miranda Mendoza-First Merchant/Balthazar
Amanda Adams hails from McAllen but started her theatre adventures at EHS in 1996, which led her theatre interests into secondary education as she attended the University of Texas-Pan American. This is her third involvement with Will'n in Weslaco. She would like to thank the cast for being freaking amazing!
Miranda Mendoza-First Merchant/Balthazar
Miranda Mendoza-First Merchant/Balthazar
Miranda Mendoza-First Merchant/Balthazar
Miranda Mendoza is from Rio Grande City, Tx. She made her introduction to the Tower Theatre through their improv show and soon after joined the troupe. She’s been seen onstage as Calpurnia in Julius Caesar and this will be her third performance with the Shakespeare Festival
Kyle Castillo-Second Merchant
Juven Sanchez-Angelo the Goldsmith
Winston Dalcour-Officer/Jailer
Kyle Castillo has been performing in theatre for 7 years now and it has been his passion. He has been in twelve plays so far and he's still going strong since he loves theatre!
Winston Dalcour-Officer/Jailer
Juven Sanchez-Angelo the Goldsmith
Winston Dalcour-Officer/Jailer
Winston Dalcour a verteran of the stage with numerous stage performances, and films under his belt. He thanks everyone for coming and hopes everyone enjoys the show!
Luca Abeldano-Doctor Pinche
Juven Sanchez-Angelo the Goldsmith
Juven Sanchez-Angelo the Goldsmith
This is Luca's second time performing a Shakespeare show at The Tower and they are very grateful to be welcomed back to the stage with such a wonderful cast by their side. They have received a BA from Texas A&M Corpus Christi in Acting and Directing, and has recently performed in The Invasion of Earth as It Began in Grover's Mill, New Jer
This is Luca's second time performing a Shakespeare show at The Tower and they are very grateful to be welcomed back to the stage with such a wonderful cast by their side. They have received a BA from Texas A&M Corpus Christi in Acting and Directing, and has recently performed in The Invasion of Earth as It Began in Grover's Mill, New Jersey at the Tower Theatre. They would like to thank their Dad and family for supporting his love for the arts and hope you enjoy the show.
Juven Sanchez-Angelo the Goldsmith
Juven Sanchez-Angelo the Goldsmith
Juven Sanchez-Angelo the Goldsmith
Juven is an aspiring actor, writer, and director.
Jonathan Gonzalez-Duke
Jando Elizondo-Messenger
Jonathan Gonzalez-Duke
Jonathan has been acting since high school where he participated in theatre and has also been in a PSA for drunk driving. He has been involved in community theatre and has been with Will’n in Weslaco since the first show. He would like to thank his friends and most of his family for believing in him and helping him get to where he is des
Jonathan has been acting since high school where he participated in theatre and has also been in a PSA for drunk driving. He has been involved in community theatre and has been with Will’n in Weslaco since the first show. He would like to thank his friends and most of his family for believing in him and helping him get to where he is despite the hiccups. He graduated high school and is currently a pharmacy tech at Walgreens. He is very friendly, creative, and always willing to lend a helping hand.
Richard Garza-Egeon
Jando Elizondo-Messenger
Jonathan Gonzalez-Duke
Richard Garza has acted in past Camille Playhouse productions such as Wit, Perfect Arrangement, August: Osage County, Spiders Web, and As You Like It. He has also appeared on stage in theater productions at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley where he received his B.A. in Theater Performance. This is his first participation with Will'n in Weslaco.
Jando Elizondo-Messenger
Jando Elizondo-Messenger
Jando Elizondo-Messenger
Jando is a Valley native who began acting in 2013. He can go from playing a rugged cowboy to a smooth-talking businessman in the blink of an eye. With a face that's been described as "handsome with a hint of mischief," Jando has been a part of a couple of productions including "The Border Zone" at the iTheatre. When not on set he can be
Jando is a Valley native who began acting in 2013. He can go from playing a rugged cowboy to a smooth-talking businessman in the blink of an eye. With a face that's been described as "handsome with a hint of mischief," Jando has been a part of a couple of productions including "The Border Zone" at the iTheatre. When not on set he can be found practicing his accents and plotting the downfall of big government.