MEET THIS WEEK'S CAST- May 29, 2026 “Silver Screen Screams” 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.



 

Chris Barsam

Ensemble Actor

Chris been performing comedy improv murder mysteries in the mid-Atlantic for over a decade with Otter Productions, JR Entertainment and The Fowl Players of Perryville.  He has performed as a “Chef” in The Polar Express on The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, a Warner Bros. production.  On Baltimore-area stages Chris was recently Shylock in Something Rotten.  Other favorites include The Odd Couple (Felix), The Wizard of Oz (Oz) Sister Act (Curtis) and Gypsy (Herbie).  Chris is also a reporter in the White House Press Corps in the season finale of HBO’s House of Cards.

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

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4341278/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

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.