Cast and Crew
Here they are! The people on and behind camera that make The Lumber Baron so amazing. Get acquainted!
Daniel Rimsdale, Jr.
Joseph Vasko-Bezenek |
From South Dakoto to Minnesota to L.A., Joseph has created movies since the age of six. He's acted with Oscar-winners and his TV show credits include the lead of ABC's season 3 premiere of In an Instant and a feature in HBO's Mogadishu Minnesota. Joseph is the lead for the feature films Sattelite Drop, Contemplations, and Ramifications of Nene, an Amazon Prime feature. His name Vasko can be translated to "higher glory" and Daniel credits his artistic gift to the Highest Glory.
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Elizabeth Rimsdale
Christina Baldwin |
Actor, singer, writer, director Christina has credits for stage, film, concert, and radio. She has voiced animated characters for Cannes-film-festival winner Rosto A.D. and been on PBS national broadcasts. She is Artistic Associate, music director, and performer with The Moving Company based in Minneapolis, MN. She loves advocating new and exciting works.
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Daniel Rimsdale, Sr.
Alex Miller |
Associate Professor at Millikin Univerity, Alex teaches acting from beginner to advanced. He is the resident stage combat Fight Director, mainstage director, and founder and director of Shakespeare at Large, a program for incarcerated or disadvantaged students to utilize acting for transformation. He has toured and performed festivals for numerous Shakespeare and modern works.
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Mary Catherine Rimsdale
Scout Taylor-Compton |
Scout's film and TV credits are too abundant to enumerate all here. Suffice it to say she's acted for The Gilmore Girls, ER, Cold Case, Grey's Anatomy, NCIS, CSI, and That's So Raven among other shows. Film credits include Jennifer Garner's 13 Going on 30 and MGM's Sleepover. She's done voiceovers for films with Academy Award actors, including I Am Sam, The Core, The Princess Diaries 2, and Disney's Sky High. For fun she enjoys songwriting and playing drums, and has recorded a rock album.
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Adeline Rimsdale
Anna Stranz |
Winning Best Lead Actress at Z Fest for her portrayal of Erica in the film short The B Side, Anna's also been nominated for Best Lead for her work in the feature film Miles Between Us at the International Christian Film Festival. She's the supporting lead in the features Gunn and Soiree. She's also done voice-overs and a commercial for Best Buy. Anna blogs and writes short stories; acting is another extension of storytelling for her.
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Colin Rimsdale
Henry Sollberger |
Henry recently starred as Winthrup Paroo in the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild's 2016 production of The Music Man. He is our shining local talent. He enjoys learning magic tricks and has been practicing sleight of hand. When not acting, he enjoys playing sports, including football, basketball, and baseball.
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Silas Lynch
Charles Hubbell |
Charles is the lead in the feature films The Midnight Chronicles, HOPE, and more. He's done extensive acting otherwise, including the features Walking with the Enemy and Memorial Day. He's filmed numerous commercials and is a skilled puppeteer and theater actor. He makes his home in L.A. and Minneapolis with his wife Megan and son.
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Claudia Lynch
Megan Kelly Hubbell |
From stage to films to training videos, commercials, and industrials, Megan has done it all. She has toured extensively across the U.S., and is an exceptional choreographer. Megan's multi-talents have garnered her rich praise. Megan is married to her on-screen husband of The Lumber Baron, Charles Hubbell.
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Byron Lynch
Jake Wagner |
Jake just graduated from Millikin University with his BFA in Acting. He is a perfect fit for The Lumber Baron since most of his cinematic indulgences surround historical dramas. He will soon be a resident of the beautiful Windy City, which affords the newest backdrop for his continuing professional acting career.
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Priscilla Lynch
Sheridyn Trotter |
A consummate artist, Sheridyn is known for her exquisite photography. Her acting skills earned her a coveted place on The Lumber Baron set. She is passionate about combating human trafficking, and maintains a website Creation's Calling to highlight these pursuits.
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Benjamin Taylor
Paul Cram |
Paul has starred in dozens of short films. His feature-length credits include Fox Searchlight's Wilson, and Peacock with Cillian Murphy & Ellen Paige. He’s done numerous commercials, including for Nickelodeon Universe and the Minnesota Twins. Acting isn’t Paul’s only art: he’s won awards for piano playing and oil painting.
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Sarah Taylor
Grace Mumm |
Grace has excelled at both supporting and lead roles in her film career, working on such films as Unintended 1900. She performs voiceovers and theater, and besides being fluent in German and taking awesome photos, plays the piano, sings, weight lifts, and rock climbs.
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Thomas Taylor
Gary Keast |
Gary's resume is a treasure trove, highlighting his extensive work in feature films, web series, commercials, and short films. He's featured in Cheryl Crow's recent concert video and has done numerous theater performances. He has done much of his work in Minneapolis. He currently lives in Phoenix.
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Anna Taylor
Amanda Day |
Amanda Day's commercial clients have included Best Buy, General Mills, Volkswagon, and Target, just to name a few. She's hosted TV shows, voiced commercials and training for Verizon and Macy's, and played the lead in many feature films. She has trained in modern weapons and fight choreography. She loves to read, dance, and cook.
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Noah's film credits include the feature-film murder mystery No Blood of Mine and the music drama Before the Lights Come Up. He's played in theater shows, short films, and is a singer-songwriter to boot.
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Mike Doyles
Benjamin Madrid |
Winner of the Telly Award in 2016, Benjamin has brought his particular flair to films, voice-overs, and print modeling to name a few. His TV appearances include NBC's Parks and Recreation, while his commercial work includes such names as Volkswagen, Mayo Clinic, Humana, and Ford. He enjoys bringing art to life through film.
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Tyler Lee
Sam Landman |
Sam is known for his work in the feature-length dramas 2021 and Twin Cities, and the TV series Theater People. Named Best Supporting Actor by Lavender Magazine for his role "Cherea" in Walking Shadow's Caligula, he's acted in numerous theatricals and shorts. He is a writer and copywriter.
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Lewis Keppin
Reed Sigmund |
The features Memorial Day with James Cromwell and Blood Stripe start Reed's filmography, but his work doesn't stop there. He's played pivotal roles in the Twin Cities Children's Theatre, including the Grinch, Ernie (in Bert and Ernie, Goodnight), and Prince John (just one of the five different characters he played in Robin Hood). He's indomitably earned his black belt in karate. Lewis is married to fellow actress Autumn Ness and they have two sons.
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Jimmie Bower
Chris Massoglia |
Chris has worked with Hollywood's finest, Academy Award winners, and most recently co-starred as Moriah Peters' love interest in her film debut. He has guest-starred on Law and Order: CI and has played regular roles for many other shows including TNT's Wanted, TBS' Boy's Life, and NBC's Medical Investigations. He's passionate about building into other's lives and in the last four years has made five trips to Israel to advocate for peace in the Middle East.
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Mitch
Andrew Stecker |
Andrew has performed in more than 7 feature films, 2 television shows, and 15 short films. His lead roles include Wunderland, Ella, A Merciful Man, and the Noah Flood. Besides modeling, he has shot over 10 commercials, including for Best Buy, Menards, Subway, and Touchstone. He lives in the Twin Cities, Minnesota.
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Cook
Lee Fealy |
Lee has lent his prodigious skills to Tom Clancy's The Division: Agent Origins, which was nominated for a Gold Reel Award. Lee is native to Minnesota, and is a father and grandfather. He rides and races motorbikes, and every now and then river dives for sunken treasure.
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These are just a few of the skilled actors comprising The Lumber Baron's cast. Join The Lumber Baron mailing list for additional bios and info.
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Barry Andersson
Director
Director
Karen Hurd
Writer/Producer
Writer/Producer