Meet The Cast

Freddy Ramsey Jr. is an American actor, writer, and director. He can be seen on hit shows such as  S.W.A.T. (CBS), All American: Homecoming (CW), Family Reunion (Netflix), & This Is Us (NBC). As an MFA grad and former collegiate athlete, Freddy brings his persistence and dedication in practice to the craft of acting. Since graduating from CalArts with his MFA, he has taken class with industry names such as Deborah Aquila, Phaedra Harris, Roger Guenveur Smith, and Marc Cashman.

His favorite quote is as follows:
"Every person has a purpose and every purpose has a process, the question is; Will you persevere?".

IG: @FreddyRamseyJr

Jasmine Ashanti, originally from PG County Maryland, received a BA in theatre from Temple University and an MFA in acting from UC-San Diego. Her LA theatre credits include: Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea (Skylight Theater); The Last Tiger in Haiti (a co-production with Berkeley Repertory and La Jolla Playhouse); Ready Steady Yeti Go (Rogue Machine Theatre); Stew (Pasadena Playhouse); and Don’t Touch My Hair (IAMA theater). She was apart of the ABC Discovers Talent Showcase 2020. Her television credits include: “Shameless,” “The Good Doctor,” “Lucifer,” “Black-Ish,” Netflix’s “On My Block,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” Hulu’s “Wu-Tang: An American Saga,” “East New York,” Amazon Prime's "Upload.” Currently she is recurring on the Emmy and Golden Globe Award winning show “Hacks” on HBO Max, as well as the upcoming new season of Netflix’s “Beef.” 

Christopher Leon is a multi-hyphenate from St. Louis, Missouri. When he isn't making original music or on the stage, he is with A Tribe Called Melanin performing improv around LA. He has another play this summer and is excited to release new music by the end of the year.

Tiger A.J. Ray is a director, published author, screenwriter, and actress. Hailing from Houston, TX, Tiger moved to Los Angeles after a 15+ years career in fashion to pursue film in 2021. Tiger strives to broaden her reach as a storyteller spreading ideas of healthy romantic love through stories such as her short film, “Hours.” and romance novel, “Unbreakable” (written under Tiger’s legal name, Amaria Janelle). Transparency the Play is her acting debut.

AtikaGreene is a Brooklyn Native who moved to Los Angeles California in 2016 where she made her TV Debut on HBO's Hit Show "Insecure.” Atika can also be seen in commercials like, Black People Meet dot com and Wonderful Pistachios with Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl Champion Richard Sherman. Atika can most recently be seen on Law & Order, American Horror Story, The Sympathizer, Them on Amazon Prime, FBI and S.W.A.T on CBS. After performing in Transparency The Play ATL She decided moved to Atlanta to continue her acting career. She is super excited to be reunited with the cast of Transparency The Play. Stay connected and to up to date with this actress @Atika.Greene on Instagram.

Twon Marcel Pope is Actor/Director/Curator hailing from Oakland, CA. After graduating Oakland School for the Arts, Twon became and acting coach for the International Performing Arts Showcase while teaching young performers in various schools & programs around the Bay Area. Twon spent two years studying at the African American Shakespeare Co, prior to landing in LA in 2016. In 2017, Twon received a Scenie Theatre Award for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role for of CROOKS in Of Mice and Men. Some personal favorite roles include, (CLAUDIO) Much Ado About Nothing; (ZONITA) in African American Shakespeare Co. rendition of Cinderella; (GUS GREENLEE) Blackballed: The Rise and Fall of Negro League Baseball and (MS. ROJ) in The Colored Museum. Twon is a proud company member at Towne Street Theatre (LA) and the creator & founder of “A Tribe Called Melanin” an award winning improv group that produces monthly comedy shows & offers affordable workshops for short form improvisation while building community in the Los Angeles area.

Originally from Newberry, South Carolina, Ja’Quevis discovered a passion for theatre at age seven. After a decade-long detour into sports, that creative spark reignited at 22 and hasn’t dimmed since. With over ten years of combined experience in theatre and film, Ja’Quevis has taken on a range of roles—from lead in the Playhouse Festival film In the End to supporting parts in indie projects like An Evening of Luxury and No Supers, along with voiceover work. He’s trained extensively at Playhouse West, Louis Stancil Studios, and are currently honing his craft at Brandon Thomas Studios. This performance marks another step in a journey powered by discipline, heart, and a deep love for storytelling.

Dià Day is an actress and screenwriter originally from Northwest Indiana. Her on-screen work includes commercials for brands such as BOSE, Beyond Meat, Disneyland, and Dexcom. In 2024, she made her Hollywood Fringe Festival debut in the original stage play The Goodlucks. Her training spans renowned institutions including The Second City Chicago, Lesly Kahn & Co., Graham Shiels Acting Studio, IAMA Theatre Company, and UCLA Extension’s Film & Television workshop.

As a writer, Dià's storytelling is rooted in her deep curiosity about interpersonal relationships, historical narratives, and their social impact. She is currently developing her first television pilot, which centers on a vibrant world inspired by the creativity and resilience of Black performers during the 1920s and 1930s. She hopes to secure funding to produce a proof of concept for the series.

Julian Smith is a Los Angeles based actor, writer and singer. He is originally from Daytona Beach, Florida and has developed his résumé working in film, television, community, regional and educational theatre. After receiving his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre, he moved to Los Angeles to make an impact in the entertainment industry. When Julian is not performing, he is a resident teaching artist in the Los Angeles area, where he shares his knowledge, experience, and passion for theatre with children and young adults.

Aamar K. Blair, a Detroit native and owner of RVY Entertainment LLC, is a seasoned entertainment professional with over a decade of experience. Since 2013, he has curated and produced live events at Central State University and downtown Los Angeles’ Art Share LA. Expanding into film in 2016, Aamar has excelled as a writer, actor, director, producer, videographer, and editor. His comedic commercials for RVY client Texas Heat earned him eight film festival wins in 2022, highlighting his creative talent and versatility. A Central State University alumnus with a degree in accounting, Aamar furthered his studies in business taxation at the University of Southern California and also holds a California real estate license. His diverse pursuits reflect a drive for growth across multiple fields. Passionate about innovation and storytelling, Aamar remains committed to pushing creative boundaries and building meaningful connections in the entertainment industry.

Jennifer Rockett is a graduate of California State University Long Beach where she studied Human Development and Business Entrepreneurship and California State University Dominguez Hills where she received a Master’s degree in Education. One of her greatest joys is to be able to uplift others through performing arts including acting and music. She attended Renaissance Highschool for the Arts where she studied and perfected her craft as a vocalist. During that time, she was casted in several play productions and studied piano and guitar. She is currently an elementary educator, but she remains dedicated to her passion. She serves on the worship team at her church and continues to share her musical gifts at a variety of events in the community.

Nava Goodman is a multi-talented artist from Massachusetts and a graduate from the FIRST HBCU Lincoln University of Pennsylvania. Nava has a deep passion for acting, singing, and writing. She has written and produced several of her own short films, showcasing her creativity both in front of and behind the camera. Nava is thrilled to return to the stage in Transparency the Play. Having been captivated by the series on Instagram, she patiently waited for the opportunity to be part of the project and is honored to now join the cast. Her work reflects a commitment to authentic storytelling and a love for bringing compelling characters to life.

Briana Monet' is an Actress, Dancer, and singer from Houston, TX. She received her B.F.A in Theatre Arts from Howard University in 2015 and later trained in London England with the British American Drama Academy and the Yale School of Drama. She was then invited to join the Synetic Theatre Company in Crystal City, Virginia before transferring to Los Angeles CA to pursue a career in television and film. Her Theatre credits include her most recent role as Shanika in National Tour of Jason’s Lyric Live, The Blue Fairy of Abacus in Stages Theatre’s Panto Pinnochio, The African Princess/ Chorus 19 on the National tour Super Freak: The Rick James Story, Chavonne in Idris Goodwin’s Pick Me Last, Sidona in Nick Stewart’s Resonance of time, The female swing for A Motown Christmas at the Ensemble Theatre, Crank in Katori Hall's Hurt Village, Amira in Keenan Scott's Thoughts of a Colored Man, Hecuba in Trojan Women, Lady Polignac in Marie Antoinette, and Lady Macbeth in Macbeth. She is managed by Red Velvet Inc. and represented by the PKA Agency in Los Angeles California where she has guest starred on Netflix's Girl Boss, The Eric Andre Show, portrayed Keisha in Google's Infinite Deviation, Ivy in the feature film Foresight, Erin in Who The Bleep Did I Marry?, and you may have spotted her in between shows in commercials for Wienerschnitzel, Zazzle, Experian, and Hyundai. Briana is forever grateful to Jecaryous Entertainment for another opportunity to travel the country doing all of the things she loves the most.

Instagram: @im_briana_monet

Demyra Ravyne Payne (Performer) is a Florida native who began her theatre journey at the age of 8. She holds a BFA in Theatre and an MFA, with experience spanning stage, film, and television. Passionate about storytelling that uplifts Black women's voices, she has performed in numerous theatre productions, including Ain’t Misbehavin’, Hairspray, Power to the Queendom, Old Black and White Hollywood, The Colored Museum, and A Raisin in the Sun. She is honored to be part of this production and thanks her family, friends, and mentors for their unwavering support.

Brieyonna Monèt is an Actress, Writer, Improver, comedian, and has her own Juice Business (Briethe Fresh).

Actor. Writer. Photographer. Filmmaker Paul L. Davis has a story to tell...he just wants you to listen. With a lifetime of experiences and skills both taught and gleaned, Paul has one goal: to make you feel. Initially embarking on his varied career in the creative arts while serving his country and stationed in Japan, Paul has spent a literally lifetime preparing for his moment. Like most, Paul first dipped his feet in the performing arts as a grade school student performing a small role and singing in a school showcase in Whittier, CA. He would lean into his knack for creating through his writing for many years before delving deeply into expression via music. Sing, photograph, film...repeat. That is the cycle that Paul lived for years, all the while picking up tools for his own actor's tool belt. After decades of "behind the scenes" work, the itch to perform grew to be undeniable and he would eventually cave to his actual desire and has sought out instruction and guidance from that moment. That instruction began, in earnest, at the New York Film Academy and has gone through many twists and turns, most recently landing him under the tutelage of Lesly Kahn and associates. All in all, Paul has amassed both formal and informal education that enable him to be truly present and available in a multitude of situations. Paul seeks to serve every opportunity with purity, professionalism, and vision.

‘Prince’ Drew Jenkins is a multifaceted artist, creative visionary, and athlete based in Los Angeles. Originally from Montclair, New Jersey and a graduate of Syracuse University, Prince moves fluidly across mediums—acting, dance, photography, modeling, and creative production. He’s produced music festivals and VIP experiences for major artists including Teyana Taylor, Pink Sweat$, Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Gorillaz, and more. A former collegiate athlete and current head lacrosse coach at Harvard-Westlake, Prince brings the same drive and discipline to the arts as he does to the field. His screen credits include background work on Bel-Air, The Sex Lives of College Girls, Extended Family, and All American. Transparency marks his stage debut in L.A., where his passion for storytelling and expressive movement finds a powerful new voice in live theater.

Joshua ‘JqualiT’ Thompson has been a professional saxophonist and performer for over 20 years. His versatile sound, stage presence, and unique contemporary arrangements have allowed him to position himself as one of the most sought out and reliable Jazz & R&B solo artists in Los Angeles, CA today. He has been blessed to open and perform around the nation for prominent names such as Ari Lennox, 1500 or Nothin', Major, Chloe and Halle Bailey, Andra Day, Dame Dash, Doug E. Fresh, and many others. Joshua also has collaborated in the TV & Film wod with brands such as VISA, Red Bull Music, Pandora, and received placements in visuals such as Hulu’s ‘Everything’s Trash’, HBO Max’s ‘Dear Rider: The Jake Burton Story’, and the 2018 NFL Superbowl. He prides himself on creating quality experiences that matter and sharing his entrepreneurial knowledge with young artists and serving through community organizations such as Antioch Church of Long Beach, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and the WACO Theater as a member of the Southside Symphony Orchestra. 

For any and all inquiries you can find Joshua on all social media handles at @jqualitmusic and for performance inquiries contact Joshua at jqualitmusic@gmail.com 

Quain Bevans Jr., also known as Chef Beanz, is a Camden, NJ native and Los Angeles-based actor, author, playwright, and motivational speaker. He is best known for creating Transparency, a web-series and live stage production focused on emotional vulnerability and modern relationships, and for promoting the philosophy of “Intentional Consumption,” which encourages mindfulness in the media, conversations, and energy we engage with. Bevans has appeared in shows like This Is Us, and delivered a TEDx talk titled “3 Steps to ‘Ace’ Your Next Conversation,”. Through his storytelling, merchandise, and public speaking, he inspires audiences to live with purpose and authenticity.

email: mrchefbeanz@gmail.com

IG: @chef_beanz /@transparency.series

Youtube: Chef Beanz

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