Stephanie is a proud Latina & New Orleans native who studied theatre at Delgado Community College. She has worked onstage and backstage for various productions throughout her college years. Onstage credits include, Leveling Up (Jeannie) Moliere (Elmire) *Big Easy Nominee, The Laramie Project (Various roles). Stephanie was named an Irene Ryan of KCACTF 2019 Festival, awarded the Timothy K. Baker Scholarship and was established a member of Delta Psi Omega. She now resides in Baton Rouge with her son Stephen. She made her directorial debut in 225 Theatre Collective’s Staged Reading of The Great Gatsby, a sold out show hosted at The Guru. She has then went on to direct Student Body, a sold out run of The Shawshank Redemption stage adaptation at LSU, and The American Century. Recent directorial credit was with Red Magnolia Theatre Company, on a sold out show of Real Women Have Curves. Stephanie has taught multiple acting classes and produced numerous theatrical events throughout the city of Baton Rouge. She is a passionate artist ready to bring more theatre into the city she now calls home.

“To experience something raw and something real, you must first accept the complexities of our emotions, of our world, and of the people who make it up. Once we open our eyes to different worlds and different perspectives, it is apparent, that yes there are endless issues to overcome, but also endless hope that we can and will do so.”

Growing up in Buffalo, New York, Victoria always had a passion for creativity. Drawing and painting since she was a little girl, it was clear her life needed to be dedicated to the arts. Victoria has been experimenting in different mediums such as paint, clay, makeup, fabric, and more since high school. Victoria chose to study Production Design with a Costume Concentration at Savannah College of Art and Design where she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2019. After college, she opened 225 Theatre Collective with Stephanie Bartage. Her favorite shows she has costume and prop designed for 225 Theatre Collective include The Great Gatsby, Shawshank Redemption, and The American Century. She has also taught countless costume design classes and other art workshops at their nonprofit. She currently lives in Denham Springs, Louisiana where she plans to continue to bring creativity, entertainment, and inspiration to the community with 225 Theatre Collective.

Gabby Montagnino is a Baton Rouge native who is currently studying Theatre and Dance at Louisiana State University. Her love for theatre and dance started at a very young age. Stage credits include Romeo and Juliet (Peter) and Thoroughly Modern Millie (Ensemble), Metamorphoses (Orpheus/Apollo) and She Kills Monsters (Evil Gabbi). Gabby has also found a passion for lighting design at Baton Rouge Magnet High School where she worked on Metamorphoses (Lighting Designer) and She Kills Monsters (Lighting Designer). Excited to be a part of 225 Theatre Collective team Gabby plans to welcome a fun, hardworking, and motivating environment.

Kristen Sheree has worn many hats throughout her career—from substitute teacher and basketball coach to her current role in the prison system. Yet her most defining experience came during seven years as a mental health technician, where she worked closely with children and discovered her lifelong passion for helping others. A proud Louisiana native and preacher’s kid, service and compassion are second nature to Kristen. Beyond her professional work, she is a poet, writer, mentor, and humanitarian whose voice uplifts and inspires. Kristen serves as the Diversity & Inclusion Director for 225 Theatre Collective, a Baton Rouge–based nonprofit dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices through the power of storytelling. She made her acting debut in The Confusing World of Folk Tales and continues to champion inclusive programming, seasonal showcases, and events that bring diverse communities together. For Kristen, giving back through writing, performance, and storytelling is her greatest achievement. She believes in the transformative power of the arts to create spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Currently, she is focused on expanding outreach efforts and building bridges between local artists and broader audiences.

Her guiding philosophy echoes the words of Mahatma Gandhi: “If we change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change.”

Hunter is from Baton Rouge and currently an LSU undergraduate student studying Theatre Performance. He found a love for theatre in High School where he served at president of the DTHS Thespian Society 2022-2023. Some of the most notable credits include The Shawshank Redemption stage adaptation (Andy Dufresne), Chicago (Billy Flynn), and Little Shop of Horrors (Mr. Mushnik). Hunter has a passion for acting, but has thoroughly enjoyed other aspects of live theatre such as directing, designing lights, and creating props. He has been involved with 225 Theatre Collective since the beginning and is very excited to be a part of the team.