Frank Metayer (Executive Producer, Director) is a graduate of the prominent New York School for Film & TV Conservatory program where he worked with such notable names as Spike Lee, Mike Sargent, Roy Stienberg, the late Raven Chanticleer and playwright August Wilson and under the instruction of Joan See, Richard Suthern, Jack Newman and many more. Theatre credits include major off-Broadway productions such as Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, A Raisin in the Sun, Amen Corner and A Few Good Men. TV credits include Untold Stories of the ER, Disappearing Acts, Maximum Bob, Family Law, City of Angels and Sins of the Father.
Frank Metayer was also Assistant to Phyllis Kelly of Larrymore-Kelly Management, a Hollywood entertainment management powerhouse representing rising and select star acting talent, literary artists, directors, recording artists and key film crew. Phyllis Kelly is also a film producer with a successful track record of awarded independent films such as Deep In My Heart (showcased at the International Cannes Film Festival 2000 and was selected again to be featured at Cannes 2001).
Since joining the New York School for Film and TV Conservatory ~Three Of Us Studios, Frank has worked on various levels of Acting (including an intensive study on Sanford Meisner/Meisner Technique & William Shakespeare), Directing, Screenwriting, Production Management, Script Analysis & Development, Cinema Photography, Music Business, Entertainment Law & Contracts, Agent/Manager Relations, and Casting & Auditioning. His specialty is producing Film, Theatre, and Music.
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Nechelle Fabiana (Executive Producer) was born and raised in Cuartero, Philippines by her beloved Lolo and Lola. She is a graduate of Pepperdine University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre. Upon graduation, she was a recipient of the East West Players Conservatory Scholarship (the nation’s premier Asian American theatre organization) where she worked with such distinguished names as Mako, Clyde Kusatsu, and Glen Chin. She has been involved in productions such as Our Town, All in the Timing, Small Bits & Large Pieces, Off the Map, A Piece of My Heart, and I Never Saw Another Butterfly (a production later chosen for the Edinburgh Theatre Festival in Scotland). Film Credits: High Point, Would I Follow Me?, These Walls, The Guest.
Nechelle is also grateful to have worked behind-the-scenes on various plays with Phyllis Kelly of Larrymore-Kelly Management. Such shows include One Woman Wise: Sass, Sophistication and Survival, an acclaimed one-woman show starring Phyllis Applegate (Big Momma’s House, Barbershop II) and Tha Bamalamashubang, a family dramedy spectacular of a legendary circus starring such notable names as RaéVen Larrymore-Kelly (A Time To Kill, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Ghosts of Mississippi, How To Make An American Quilt), and Gary Gray (The Cosby Show, Even Stevens).
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Kristin Pfeifer (Assistant Director) is honored to be a part of The Boys Next Door because of its poignant content, the talented cast and crew, and the chance it gave her to stretch beyond acting. Since moving to LA from Pittsburgh two years ago, Kristin has appeared in independent feature films, short films, plays, commercials [most recently, Mercury Insurance, Stainmaster Carpet, and Brinks Home Security], industrials, and television shows [look for her as Dr. Goode in an upcoming episode of Untold Stories of the ER]. Favorite stage roles include Rose White in A Shayna Maidel [which earned her a Valley Theatre League ADA nomination for Best Supporting Actress], Kate Keller in A Miracle Worker, Bear in Zoo, Heidi in The Heidi Chronicles, Claire in Proof, Kess in Independence, and Catherine in And Miss Reardon Drinks a Little. Kristin is a member of The Actors’ Network and is represented by Larrymore-Kelly Management, dpm Talent Agency commercially, and RPM Talent Agency theatrically. She is infinitely thankful to Frank for the opportunity and to CT for his patience, support, and unwavering love.
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Linda G. Smith (Casting/Stage Manager/Property Mistress) Throughout her life, the comment she heard most frequently was "Linda lives in a dream world all her own.” She began writing at a very young age, yet felt there was more to telling a story than putting words on paper. That world came to life working on the stage productions of Guys And Dolls, Showboat and The Wiz. Her dream took shape on the set of the television series Little House On The Prairie, followed by American Film Institute and independent projects in different areas of production. "I've never put down my pen, but it's been awhile since I've been in production and I feel very blessed to be a part of The Boys Next Door. What can I say? It's been a long hiatus, but whether it's writing, casting or being a stage manager, THIS is my world!"Shaun
Patrick Tubbs* (Set Designer) A native of Cleveland, OH, Shaun has acted professionally since the age of four. He has a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Acting from Wright State University in Dayton, OH. He has been seen in both regional and national commercials. His professional theatre credits include Crossing America at the CTG - Kirk Douglas Theatre, Jitney at the Human Race Theatre Company, Lobby Hero at the Contemporary American Theatre Company, and the Dunbar Musical at the Dunbar House Theatre. Shaun would like to thank God for the abundance of blessings each and everyday, as well as Leah for her support.
Gail Williamson (Scene Adviser) is a well-known public speaker and advocate for performers with disabilities. Working as a consultant with the California State Media Access Office for more than 12 years she has established herself as the “go to person” in Hollywood and elsewhere when a project includes characters with Down syndrome and other disabilities. She has assisted many television shows over the years. Some of the most notable include: TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL, ER, FAMILY LAW, LAW AND ORDER: SVU and THE GUARDIAN.
Gail is currently employed as the Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles, Inc. (DSALA). As Executive Director she oversees the organization and works directly with their Board of Directors. The DSALA’s mission is to enhance the welfare of people with Down syndrome and their families through the development and promotion of education, counseling, employment and recreational programs. DSALA is also dedicated to increasing public awareness, understanding and acceptance of Down syndrome. Gail’s connections in the Entertainment Industry along with her past position as president of the Media Image Coalition – A project of the L.A. Commission on Human Relations, gives her a realistic view of what media depiction can do for diverse groups. She continues to use her expertise to advocate for more, and authentic, characterizations of individuals with disabilities and Down syndrome.
Gail and her husband Tommie have been married for more than 30 years and are the proud parents of two adult sons. Tim, the oldest is married to a wonderful woman and busy with a career, Blair the youngest, was born with disabilities from Down syndrome and started acting professionally at the age of 11. As an adult, Blair has some very impressive credits on his resume. Gail and Tommie also opened their home for many years as the legal guardians to 6 nieces. Today the girls are all grown and either married stay-at-home-moms, in college, or perusing post graduate careers.
Gail’s work, as well as her personal life, has been recognized by several organizations. With 5 children in her home at the time, she was recognized as the 1999 California State and National Mother of the Year by American Mother’s, Inc. the national organization that sponsors Mother’s Day. The Hollywood based organization Changing Images in America, recognized Gail with their 1999 Chia Awards Media Image Award for her “tireless efforts in pursuing and promoting increased employment opportunities and more balances images of people with disabilities in the Entertainment Industry.” Goodwill Industries in Buena Park, CA also named Gail as one of their “Women of Hope” and honored her with the William Knott Service Award in 2000. In 2004 the acting unions, Actor’s Equity (AEA), Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and Actors Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) recognized Gail with a diversity award at their annual event. In July 2005 she will be honored by the National Down Syndrome Congress at their annual convention for her work in the media industry.
Gail continues to travel for speaking engagements addressing issues like: “The Importance of Images of People with Disabilities in the Media,” “Media Advocacy,” “The Business of Show Business,” “Images of Down Syndrome in the Media,” and her and Tommie’s personal story of raising two sons, one with a disability, and opening their home to their six nieces.Michelle Sekine (Choreographer) has extensive theatre credits in Hawaii including Tartuffe, I Stand Before You Naked, Wild Meat and The Bully Burgers and The Joy Luck Club. Michelle is also a member of Lodestone Theatre Ensemble and made her Lodestone mainstage debut in the 2004 production of Isaac Ho’s Claim To Fame. She is excited about her foray into the Los Angeles theatre community.
Christina Nayve (PR/Marketing/Assistant Property Mistress)...Filipinos cherish the ancestral trait of "bayanihan" or the spirit of kinship, said to be taken from Malay forefathers. It is the KINDRED SPIRIT of FRIENDSHIP, that I share this short bio, expressed in the phrase, "Utang na loob" (debt of honor). It is a pleasure to work with my good friend Kelley Lund and so many incredibly talented artists. My theatre home is The Advent Theatre in the area of publicity, advertising and box office; from the thought-provoking production of "An Inspector Calls" to our current production of the timeless musical "The Fantasticks."
Jerry L. Jackson (PR/Marketing) is an award-winning feature writer/producer/director, web designer, marketing consultant, actor, film festival director and critic. Now completing a mini-series script and about to begin a feature project, Jerry is an active member of the WGA (chairing and serving on several committees), SAG, and has been on the Executive Board of the City of the Angels Film Festival for the last 7 years. He is co-founder of Water’s Edge Communications (www.waters-edge-comm.com) & Anonymity PR (www.anonymitypr.com).
Robin Stallings (Lighting Designer/Light & Sound Board Operator) started in musical theater at 14, touring the country in religious musicals. She has directed Hansel & Gretel for the Advent Theatre in Studio City and appeared in several Advent Theatre projects as well as productions at Los Angeles Valley College, the Studio City Playhouse and Glendale Center Theater. Currently Robin is founder and CEO of New Broadway Prods., Inc., a children’s theater touring company presenting a new musical adaptation of The Canterbury Tales this spring in the L.A. area.
Kelley Lund (Assistant Property Mistress) moved to LA from Tampa, FL, where she studied Theater Performance at the University of South Florida. She has been in such shows as "Taming of the Shrew" and most recently, "Romeo and Juliet". At the moment, she is stage managing 'American Monsters 2' for the Lodestone Theater Company at the GTC theater in Burbank. Kelley would like to thank her wonderful friends Nechelle and Christina for helping in all aspects of this show and for their eternal patience, love, support.
*Appearing under courtesy of Actor’s Equity Association
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