Our Troupe

Jan Johnson – Actor

 ….  has been treading the boards for more years than she cares to admit, having performed with Pymble Players, Hunters Hill Theatre, Theatre on Chester and Genesians since arriving in Australia 35 years ago.  When not performing  or stage managing, Jan can be found pouring tea and coffee and ushering patrons to their seats.

Diane Abbott – Director / Actor

…a seasoned performer and comedienne, Di has performed at the Pavilion Theatre, Castle Hill and Pymble Players. She relishes ‘maids and tea lady parts’.. but her modesty prevents her from telling what we all know – that she is a great actress and comedienne… who does happen to make an excellent cup of tea !

Stephen Comey – Actor

….is one of the founding members of the group and like all other members of RAL, has previously worked with the Pavilion Theatre and Castle Hill Players. A Silver Logie winner with over 34 years of professional credits under his belt, Steve feels that RAL is a highlight of his career.

Marc Kay – Actor

…has over 30 years experience performing in various roles in theatre, film and television. He has appeared in a range of productions including Shakespeare, musicals and childrens’ pantomime. On television, Marc has been a guest star on such shows as All Saints, Big Sky, A Country Practice and Double the Fist.

Annette Dix – Actor

Originally from Wollongong, Annette was brought up on American and British TV and films, but in those days, was too shy to pursue any form of acting career.

It wasn’t until she moved to Sydney in 1984 and attended a drama course at the WEA that she became hooked.

She then completed the Graham Corry School of Acting Course where she studied voice production, movement and stagecraft. Annette was cast as Mother Basil, a nun, in the hilarious final year production of ‘Once A Catholic’. This was the start of her love for comedic roles.

Just give her a script…

Phil Lye – Actor

A Coogee boy who came late to performance, first appearing in 1999 at the Castle Hill Pavilion Theatre. He appeared in a Pavilion Theatre production of the play “Hamp”, a WW1 court martial drama, which called for thirteen men, and only twelve turned up for the audition… 

Phil has performed for companies across the Greater Sydney. His favourite plays include Noises Off as a comedy, and Our Town as a drama.

“Radio Active Live is the most fun you can have standing up.”

Michael Williams – Sound Design & Mixing

… 40 years in TV production from the BBC & LWT to Channel 9 Australia.  Michael’s (The Big Fella) early career included the production of Upstairs Downstairs, Please Sir and many other iconic TV shows.  He’s produced Live broadcasts from the Olympic and Commonwealth Games to Wimbledon and many more.  More recently he’s been the sound technician for ITT and Pymble Players. 

Janelle Lye – Front of House Manager

..started in Community theatre in 2005 and was Business & Front of House Manager for Theatre on Chester at Epping for more than 10 years. She was awarded Life membership in 2015.

She also worked at Castle Hill Players for more than 10 years. She is now retired, and is delighted to be Front of House Manager for Radio Active Live.