Yahm Steinberg (they/she) is a multi-hyphenate artist who brings their Queer, Jewish, and Israeli-American identities to every facet of their work. A Summa Cum Laude graduate and award-winner from USC’s School of Dramatic Arts and Thornton School of Music, Yahm has since continued thriving as an actor and singer-songwriter. Currently, Yahm can be seen writing songs, recording voiceovers, developing original works, performing with the Satin Dollz, or rocking out to her song Fugitive, available on all streaming platforms. As a 3rd generation Holocaust survivor, Yahm is honored to be joining SURVIVORS in bringing to life such meaningful Jewish stories so that we may Never Forget.
Almanya Narula, is an award winning Indian-Thai, actor, writer, & fight choreographer. She started her career in the entertainment industry at a young age where she was a child actor in various Bollywood media. Previously, she was involved with the Chicago theatre industry collaborating on several award winning productions and theatre companies. In 2019, she became the first woman of color to be nominated for a Joseph Jefferson Award in Fight Choreography. She holds a B.A. in Theater & Advanced Management (double majors) with Stage Combat & Voice Over (double minors) from Columbia College Chicago. An M.A. in New Arts Journalism from School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She is also a recent graduate of the Stella Adler: Art of Acting Professional Conservatory.
Nyani Totty is an actress, dancer, performer and visual artist. A native of Philadelphia, PA, she is an alumnus from The Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) and The American Academy of Dramatic Arts (AADA) in Manhattan. Nyani has been working in theatre, TV, and film in Philadelphia, Atlanta, and New York. Nyani recently moved to Los Angeles and is ready to take on the industry here. She is very grateful for this opportunity to share and educate through her role in SURVIVORS. She would like to thank her family and friends; especially her mother, who has given her constant support.
Tyler Woehl is an actor, comedian, and creator. Originally from Texas, he moved to Missouri to pursue a degree in the arts. After graduating from Lindenwood University with a BFA in Acting in 2020, he made the move to California to pursue his passion for performance. From having a minor role in the film adaptation of “Lavender Men”, to being a body double for Alex Moffat in “80 for Brady”, to being an extra in the Oscar-winning “Oppenheimer”, he has contributed to a multitude of projects in the film industry. Tyler is elated to join the cast of SURVIVORS to inspire change and hope in the world.
Michael has been performing on stage since he was young, appearing most notably in productions of Lend Me a Tenor, Almost Maine, and Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play, as well as originating roles in several new one-acts during his time in college. Since graduating from AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts, Michael has expanded his talents into film, appearing in numerous short projects, including the critically-acclaimed short Abuelo. Michael is thrilled to be a part of the Survivors cast, and is honored by the opportunity to bring these deeply important stories to life on stage.
Andrew Abaria is an actor and musician originally from Beaverton, OR. His credits include acting and modeling work for Energizer, Bank of America, Google, Sizzler, and lululemon. A multi-instrumentalist (piano, flute, vocals) and songwriter, Andrew is a graduate of USC's Thornton School of Music and is currently a resident pianist for 24th Street Theater in Los Angeles. Outside of entertainment, Andrew is an advanced yoga practitioner and the founder of Yoga Masterminds, a training course for aspiring instructors. He is an avid traveler (45+ countries), speaks French and various Philippine dialects, and recently completed his MBA at Cornell University. Andrew's underlying passion in all his endeavors is storytelling and he is honored to be using his artistic energies to contribute to the important stories in SURVIVORS.
Sheer Aviram is a multi-hyphenated creator currently residing in LA, CA. Originally from Tel Aviv, Israel, Sheer traveled all the way to NYC to attend the prestigious acting conservatory at The Stella Adler Studio, and then ventured even further to the west coast upon graduating. Sheer's curiosity about the human condition is endless and evergreen, and she is honored to bring that curiosity into such an important and impactful project. Past roles include Titania in Midsummer Night's Dream and Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd. In writing, Sheer's original comedy pilot The Clarkson county Orchestra, has been collecting accolades throughout the competition circuit, most notably as a finalist in the Sedona Film Festival. the play Sense & Sensuality, her directorial debut, was recently featured at the Santa Monica Playhouse as part of the SM Binge Festival.
A California native, Seth got his Acting education at Cuesta College in his hometown of San Luis Obispo. He has appeared in roles ranging from Effingham Swan in It Can't Happen Here to the dotty leading man in the devised comedy Mystery of the Loose Moose. Since making the pilgrimage to LA, Seth has been acting mostly for the camera but is eager for his return to the theatre, his first love. When not acting he enjoys playing guitar, historical fencing, and cooking homemade pasta.
Being born and raised in San Jose and an alumni of UC Santa Barbara’s BFA in Acting program, Nick has found himself based across California and is now in Los Angeles. He has had the good fortune to be able to travel to Europe twice to perform Shakespeare. Once, for Prague Shakespeare Company in Love’s Labour’s Lost, and another with Naked Shakes to bring The Death of Kings to the Verona Shakespeare Fringe Festival. SURVIVORS is Nick’s second play taking place during the Holocaust, the first being Paula Vogel’s Indecent. It is important these historical stories are told and the lessons within presented to audiences.
I am an actress and model originally from San Diego CA. In 2014 I did my theatre debut in a school play and since then I developed a love and passion for performing arts. As soon as I graduated high school I began my acting education studying in several acting schools like Cynthia Bain’s Young Actor Studio, Zak Barnett Studios and Second City. I started working professionally in the industry at the age of 19 landing a role on a web series for a YouTube channel called Totally Studios, I’ve also done a few commercials for companies like 7-Eleven and for a couple dental offices. In 2023 I landed a part in a play called “Wolf Stampede” and I’ve also played several roles in episodes for the well known YouTube channel Dhar Mann. Outside of acting I am also an advanced martial artist and fully bilingual in English and Spanish.
Donnie (he/him) is an actor, performer, and recent LA transplant by way of Chicago. Although he studied political science and sociology at Brown University, he is deeply grateful for the extensive theatre training he received along the way. His most notable credits include "Tom Collins" in RENT, "Peter" in BARE: A Pop Opera, and “Professor Hidgens" in The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals. Donnie’s passion for theatre extends to writing and directing, and he is eagerly anticipating his directorial debut with a production of Glory Days in the summer of 2025. Outside of performing, he enjoys video games, comic books, and spooky movies. Donnie is extremely grateful to Arts for Change for bringing him into this beautiful and important piece. He is excited to both learn and educate as he helps to bring these stories to life.
Netta Nakash is a senior at UC Santa Barbara’s BFA in Acting program, returning to her hometown of Los Angeles to take the real world by storm. While in Santa Barbara, Netta had the privilege of traveling to Prague to perform in Shakespeare’s Henry V with the Prague Shakespeare Company, as well as to Verona, Italy, to perform The Death of Kings (a Shakespearean adaptation) at the Verona Shakespeare Fringe Festival with Naked Shakes Co. Netta has repeatedly found herself immersed in Jewish theater, having been in Paula Vogel’s Indecent, and currently co-producing and performing the one-woman show 2.5 Minute Ride by Lisa Kron. Raised proudly Jewish, in an Israeli-American household, Netta is honored to be a part of sharing the stories within SURVIVORS as she believes it is imperative to never forget, especially today.