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Lamman Rucker

Lamman Rucker (born October 6, 1971) is an American actor. Rucker began his career on the daytime soap operas As the World Turns and All My Children, before roles in The Temptations, Tyler Perry‘s films Why Did I Get Married?, Why Did I Get Married Too?, and Meet the Browns, and its television adaptation. In 2016, he began starring as Jacob Greenleaf in the Oprah Winfrey Network drama series, Greenleaf. Rucker is married to Kelly Davis Rucker, a graduate of Hampton University. As of 2022, he stars in BET+ drama The Black Hamptons.

Mustafa is perhaps best known for his compelling role as ‘Messiah’ in Netflix’s hit limited series, “Seven Seconds,” and as ‘Kevin Gaines’ in USA’s hit series, “Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G.” He has also appeared in other popular shows including: “NCIS,” “S.W.A.T.,” “Lethal Weapon,” “Hit the Floor,” “Jane The Virgin,” “Revenge,” and “Pretty Little Liars,” among others. He currently stars on the Spectrum original series “Joe Pickett” now streaming based on the bestselling novels by C.J. Box in the role of ‘Nate Romanowski,’ a former special ops soldier, and recurs as ‘Kenny Boone’ on The CW series “All-American.”

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Mustafa Speaks

Mustafa Speaks is an American actor, writer, and producer. Originally from the Booker T. Washington Projects in Jersey City, NJ, Mustafa attended Hampton University earning a B.S. in Marine & Environmental Science and became internationally published for his groundbreaking work with shark behavior before moving into show business.

During his early years in Los Angeles, Mustafa became a fitness model and personal trainer, and soon evolved into a fitness business owner, creating SS3D Fit Club, an exclusive gym serving celebrity entertainers. Soon after, he published his first book, “The Mind Muscle Method,” to empower individuals to push beyond their mental limitations to achieve success. Owner of Speaks Enterprises Inc., home to Alchemist Prime Productions and SS3D Lifestyle brand, Mustafa’s keen business sense, diverse background, and years of multifaceted industry experience make him poised to become one of Hollywood’s Top Players.

Most recently, Coleman completed the International Asian Tour of “Sister Act,” performing in South Korea and Japan. His recent credits include Broadway roles in “Jersey Boys” as Hal Miller and regional theater performances in “Dreamgirls” as Curtis, “Hello, Dolly!” as Horace Vengelder, “Passing Strange” as the Narrator, “Chicago” as Billy Flynn, “Once on This Island” as Agwe, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” as Oberon, and “Big River” as Jim.

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Kris Coleman

Kris Coleman, a proud graduate of Hampton University, hails from Los Angeles, California. He currently serves as a Board Member of the Hampton University Repertory Theatre. After returning to his alma mater to perform in the HU Rep productions of “Crowns” and “A Streetcar Named Desire,” Coleman is thrilled to be back and starring in “Soldier’s Play.”

Coleman has also made appearances on television and film, including roles in “Billions” on Showtime, “The Big House” on ABC, “The Dumbbomb Affair,” “The Clone,” and singing the national anthem at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on FOX Sports.

Theatrical Credits include:

• “Satan” – Why Not Me – 2016
• “Satan” – BCR ’17 (Buried Crucified, Resurrected) – 2017
• “Myles Stewart” – Every Dog Has His Day – 2019
• “Zeke” – Hiram & Nettie- 2019
“Curtis Taylor Jr.” – Dream Girls – 2019
• “Myles Stewart” – Never Play With A Woman’s Heart – 2020
• “Manolo” – The Odd Couple (Female Version) – 2021
• “Papa Ge” – Once On This Island – 2022
• “Amonasro/King Of Nubia – Aida – 2022
• “Steve Hubbell” – A Streetcar Named Desire” – 2023
“Mister” – The Color Purple – 2024
“Mr. Thomas” – REFLECTIONS – 2024
“Xavier” – PIPELINE – 2024

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LUTHER CHAMBERS

Luther Chambers (aka: Lu Chay) Is a resident of Hampton VA. He is married to the lovely Mrs. Deedra L Chambers who shares in raising their wonderful children. Besides working as the full-time minister of music and media coordinator at Gethsemane Baptist Church Newport News, he also is the Owner/Operator of CSharp Music and Media, LLC a business he created for music, photography, and videography. He considers himself a “Renaissance Man” because of the many hats that he wears which includes being a musician, an actor (Stage and Film), a photographer, a videographer and most recently, a content creator with his online podcast series “Do Know”.

Film Credits Include:

• ”Chance” – One Last Chance – 2022 – Directed by Kendria Roane Williams
• “Train” – The Blood of Saltville – 2024 – Directed by James Person
• “Chris” – Deadly Obsession – 2024 – Directed by Kendria Roane Williams
• “David” – Bloodguilt – 2023 – Directed by Issa Bolden
• “Eric” – The Candy Shop – 2023 Directed by Kiki Swinson
•”Victor” – Virginia (Mini Series) – Directed by Issa Bolden

Check out his work at

www.csharpmusicandmedia.com and all social media platforms. You can follow him on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok under @Lu_Chay. His favorite scripture is Proverbs 16:3 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”

Personal Quote: “Choose Your Vibe!

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Torenzo Blair

Torenzo Blair is from Hampton, VA.  He has graced the stage in several plays including, Dreamgirls (Jimmy Early), Little Shop of Horrors (Orin), Joe Turner’s Come and Gone (Bynum Walker), Much Ado about Nothing (Dogberry) and many more. His on screen credits include “Evil Talks” (Discovery ID) and several extra appearances.

He received BFA in Theatre Performance from Hampton University and has trained at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He thanks his family and educators for their love and support.