Meet The Cast of Murder on the Orient Express

Doug was invited to an “Auditioning Tips” class 25 years ago at Theatre 7 by Tim Haworth. Doug let go of the fact that he was a last-minute replacement. Never to bring it up again, period. AS a result of the class, Doug was cast in T7’s next production of “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” that is being redone next season. Also, originally cast in that show was the much funnier, smarter, and all-around better guy, Jayson Albright, who had to drop out to get a real job. I only mention him because he has done some great characterization assistance with this show...and I owe him some money. Hope we are square, bro? Doug would be remiss and homeless if he were not to give his undying thanks to his beautiful, talented, and smokin’ hot wife, Sue, for putting up with his mental outlet.

Jacob Deetz is a recent graduate from Millikin University’s theatre program. They could recently been seen as Henry in Next to Normal (STC), Ensemble in Sweeney Todd (HCFTA), Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors (DUT), and Nick Bottom in Something Rotten (Theatre 7). They also love working on the creative side of theatre, directing In Transit (PDST) and writing whenever they can. They hope you enjoy this killer show! @jacobdeetztheactor

Kathy has been involved with Theatre 7 for many years. In the past few years, she has taken on the role of director, assistant director and stage manager as well as serving on Theatre 7 board for last 10 years. Everyone once in a while she wants to be back on stage! She is grateful to Emily and Jerry to work with such a talented cast!

Rahamses is very grateful to Theatre 7 for casting him as Monsieur Bouc! It is his first full-length production since 2019, where he played Alex in the children's musical Frida. He has other credits to his name, but he's just glad you came out to see this rendition of Murder on the Orient Express. He is thankful to Jerry and Emily for their splendid and patient direction in the process and is most thankful to God for allowing him to wake up every day and afford the opportunity to participate in the magic of theatre. Enjoy the show!

Adam is just happy to be here.

Jayden is thrilled to be in her second show with Theatre 7! For years, she has been in numerous musicals such as Freaky Friday, Annie, Beauty and The Beast, and many more. Jayden would like to thank Theatre 7 for the chance to step outside of her comfort zone, and her family and friends for all of the love and support she receives.

Rick Cina is a father to seven, husband, school social worker, ventriloquist, and woodworker. He was active in university theater in his teens and twenties, but after a long hiatus Rick has relished a return to the stage. Recent theater experiences include roles as Trapper John in M*A*S*H (2020), Andy Ladd in Love Letters (2023), Jerry in Edward Albee's The Zoo Story (2025), and Jim in You Can't Take It With You (2025). He also performed with Hillsboro's Blended Artists Imaginarium, an improv troupe, from 2022 to 2024.

Marty is excited to be back on the stage for the first time in nearly 10 years with Theatre 7 in Murder on the Orient Express! In her acting hiatus, Marty could be found getting her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in social work, and she currently works as a child and adolescent therapist. Marty owes her return to the stage to her younger sibling, Jake, and her amazingly supportive parents!

Matt Dutton is a native of West Michigan. He graduated from AMDA (NYC) and Millikin University's School of Theatre & Dance. He was last sceen as a soloist in Theatre 7's Diamond Jubliee Anniversary Concert and on stage in Something Rotten! ( Peter Quince), Follies (Dmitri Weisman) and Avenue Q (Gary Coleman) with Theatre 7. He has also done shows with DUT locally in JCS (Pilate), All Shook Up (Jim Haller), Into The Woods ( Rapunzel's Prince), Little Shop of Horrors (Skip Snip) and Jekyll & Hyde (John Utterson). Other credits include: Big River (Jim), Queen Lear (Edmond), Aida, The Wiz (Lord High Underling), The Scarlet Pimpernel, Damn Yankees and A Wonderful Life.

Shania is happy to be joining the cast as Miss Greta Olhsson. This is her second performance with Theatre 7. It has been a pleasure working with the cast, directors, and crew to bring this play together.

Emma is generally a pretty quiet, chill person who has loved theatre since childhood. She has been a member of Theatre 7 for four years, performing as quiet characters like Andy in Stepping Out and Annabel Glick in Lucky Stiff, & going crazy with Muriel in Fox on the Fairway and Mrs. Helen Hubbard (who you will see today). When she’s not performing, Emma enjoys reading on the couch with her little black cat curled up on her lap. She’s excited to bring energy and enthusiasm to her role as Helen Hubbard in this thrilling mystery.