MEET THIS WEEK'S CAST- June 12, 2026- "Murder at 9 (8 Central) Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
Alfred Guy
Ensemble Actor and Writer
Alfred has been associated with Fowl Players of Perryville since 2019. He has appeared in several murder mystery shows and is a frequent correspondent on the Fowl Players Radio Podcast. He has also performed in the Warner Brothers' Production of Polar Express on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.
An avid film buff, Alfred's background also includes teaching, public speaking, and stunt coordination. He has contributed to a large number of films spanning all genres. Casting agents call on Alfred to fulfill many different types of roles- from leading men, to documentary interviews, to the most unique supporting characters imaginable. His serious but charming disposition, good humor, and strong work ethic has him working with the same directors again and again. He is also a screenwriter of several commercially released films, and is now being commissioned for several book publishing ventures.
Alfred is a professional singer, performing adult contemporary pop songs which are available on music platforms worldwide.
Always expanding his creative reach, Alfred's philosophy is to simply do a good job for everyone involved.
See Alfred Guy on IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3177523/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0
Diane Maistros
Ensemble Actress and Writer
Diane Maistros has been performing with Fowl Players of Perryville since its inception. She has performed in many theatrical productions since 2003. Some of her acting/singing credits include the voice of Audrey II in Little Shop of Horrors, the voice of the dragon in Shrek and Patty in Smokey Joe’s Cafe.
Critic reviews:
“…the blasting belted sound of a ferocious woman clawing her way through these numbers that fits the grit of the character she’s channeling.” Theatre Bloom review (Smokey Joe’s Café)
“ …Maistros delivers this number as a blasting, lasting memory. Heavy on the belt and big on vocal fire, Maistros lets her voice resonate all through the ending sustain of this song…” Theatre Bloom (Song Forever, from SHREK)
In Diane’s spare time, she volunteers on the Itineris, Inc. board of directors. Itineris is an organization that empowers adults on the autism spectrum to live meaningful lives.
Michael Spedden
Owner/Co-Founder, Ensemble Actor, Writer
Michael Spedden co-founded the Fowl Players of Perryville with his wife Theresa in 2017. He has performed in bands since the 1980's. Theatrical credits include "Jesus Christ Superstar" (Caiaphas),"South Pacific" (Buzz Adams), "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" (Levi), and "Oliver!" (Mr. Brownlow) with Baltimore Actor's Theatre; "Othello," (Duke of Venice) "Twelfth Night",(Captain) and "'Tis Pity She's A Whore" (Donato) with 4615 Theatre in Washington DC, and in "A Murder is Announced" (Rudi Scherz) at Cockpit in Court, Community College of Baltimore County, Essex.
His Television and Movie credits include Season 5 Episode 8 of "Gotham" (Dale); "Kimmy vs The Reverend- The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Interactive Special" on Netflix (Bartender); and "Dead Reckoning" and "Murder Under The Friday Night Lights" on ID Discovery. He was the Viking in the well known "JG Wentworth 877-CASH-NOW" (2019 "Bus Opera") commercials and has appeared in commercials for Amazon. He is the host of the arts and pop culture podcast "Fowl Players Radio" which can be heard anywhere you subscribe to podcasts and on these sites (www.fowlplayersradio.com and www.youtube.com/@fowlplayersradio) and hosts "The Back of The Rack- The Michael Spedden Show" on 97 Underground on Mondays 2-4pm EST.(www.97underground.com and www.youtube.com/@97undergroundmichaelspedden).
See Michael Spedden on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10437361/
Our Podcast- Fowl Players Radio:
www.youtube.com/@fowlplayersradio
Mike's 97underground Interviews:
www.youtube.com/@97undergroundmichaelspedden
Hear Mike's Show every Tuesday 2-4pm eastern:
www.97underground.com (download the free app!)
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Jason Presson
Ensemble Actor
Jason got involved in storytelling at a young age. A gifted writer, he got involved in theater in 8th grade winning an award for an ensemble performance at an ELA festival. From there it was off to the races.
Performing in theater in high school would eventually lead to him working professionally in the MD independent movie business. He would be a part of over a dozen productions as a writer, assistant director, production manager and actor.
In addition to performing, Jason also has a passion for RPG's and creates video essays on the Gothic Horror Dungeons and Dragons setting Ravenloft, which he releases on his Youtube channel Ravenlore.
Recently Jason has joined Fowl Players to get back to his roots of live performances.
He can be found here on IMDB under the name Jason Patrick Presson
Maryann Fisher
Ensemble Actress
Award-winning actress, singer, and on-camera host Maryann Fisher works across film, television, commercials, and immersive live entertainment. She starred in the indie horror film Happy Mother’s Day(Strange Films), earning Best Actress at the Southern Oasis Film Festival. In immersive theater, she became a fan favorite as Willow at Madhaunter’s Madhouse, earning induction into the Hall of Scream, and has also performed with The Polar Express™ Train Ride.