Indya Jackson (Alto) obtained an MFA in Acting from Florida Atlantic University, and has honed her craft both on stage and in the classroom. As an adjunct instructor at Old Dominion University and teaching artist with ROŪGE, Indya is passionate about inspiring the next generation of performers. Recent credits include Rosie the Riveter  and All Roads Lead to Home with ROŪGE and To Listen Past the Quiet at Zeider’s American Dream Theater.

Sierra Alexander (Soprano) has been performing since elementary school and is building a dynamic career as both a singer and actress. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts and Theatre from Norfolk State University and is passionate about storytelling through music. Sierra is excited to bring this beautiful production to life while working alongside such talented artists and creators.

Terrence J. Bennett (Tenor) is elated to work on this production with ROŪGE! He was recently seen as “Darcy” in Pride & Prejudice & Dragons at the Hermitage Museum & Gardens and "Kevin" in My Brother Death at Zeiders American Dream Theater. National Tour: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Live. Regional Credits include: Virginia Opera, Virginia Musical Theatre, Virginia Rep, American Century Theater, Wintergreen Resort, North Street Playhouse, UPAC, Olney Theatre (MD), West Virginia Public Theatre (WV), Roxy Regional (TN), Kennedy Center (DC), Smithsonian's Discovery Theater (DC), Compass Rose Theater (MD). Some favorite roles include FELA! at Olney Theater (2024 Helen Hayes Award Recipient); Ain't Misbehavin'; "Pharaoh" in Joseph...Dreamcoat; "Ted" in Peter & the Starcatcher. Production credits include Asst. Tour Manager for Elf on the Shelf National Tour, Associate Director for Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood National Tour, & Director for Dreamgirls at Roxy Regional in TN. Terrence works as Social Media & Marketing Coordinator for Mills Entertainment. Marymount Manhattan College Alum. Follow me @terrencejbennett

Clifford Clark (Drummer) is excited to return to ROŪGE for another year of Sounds Like Home performances. He loves anything art related and getting another opportunity to bring characters to life is something he looks forward to. When he is not on stage acting he is usually on another stage performing as a musician. You can find him as the drummer and sax player for his band Emerald Beach and they just released their new single Strawberry Parfait available on all streaming platforms since valentines day.

Keith ‘Rice’ Mayo Jr. (Bass), a versatile artist from Richmond, VA, excels on and off stage. A Berklee summer program participant, his infectious energy captivates all.

Tre’ Hill (Music Director/Keyboardist) is honored to, once again, be a part of this amazing production. Recent production credits include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat with Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center (trombonist), Something Rotten with Peninsula Community Theatre (pianist), and Sounds Like Home with ROŪGE: Theater Reinvented (MD/keyboardist). He would like to thank his wife and family for their undying support.

Leila Stephanie (Director) is a Newport News native who developed her passion for theatre as a young actor in Hampton Roads. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Norfolk State University where she was a member of the NSU Players and the NSU Theatre Company. In 2017, Leila obtained her MFA in Performing Arts from Savannah College of Art & Design. She is now an adjunct professor at Old Dominion University and a teaching artist with Virginia Stage Company, where she works alongside community organizations like Access Virginia & Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP). With her belief in the social and emotional power of live performance, Leila currently serves as the director of artistic programming for ROŪGE. In this role, she prioritizes community building, expanding equity and access, and providing opportunities for artistic and personal development.