ENTERTAINMENT
EMCEE CLOE CABRERA
Cloe Cabrera is an award-winning journalist and communications professional based in Tampa, Florida. She has gained recognition for her insightful stories focusing on Tampa’s rich diversity, highlighting the unique stories and contributions of its vibrant communities. Cloe made history as the first Black and first Latina to hold the Miss Florida USA title, leveraging her platform to advocate for inclusivity and representation. Her work in journalism has earned her numerous accolades, reflecting her commitment to social justice and community engagement. Currently, Cloe is working on a book that aims to inspire and empower others by sharing her experiences and the lessons learned throughout her remarkable journey.
IMPROV TROUPE – TAMPA METROPOLITAN IMPROV
On stage: Erica Garraffa, Lianne McDonnell-Kruger, Topher Larkin, Ryan Perry, Alana Sasdelli, and Perry Bruns
Founded in June of 2025, Tampa Metropolitan Improv (or TMI for short) is a rag-tag band of scrappy young(ish) rogues from every corner of the Tampa theatre scene, all united by the same common goal: disprove the existence of birds make people laugh. Come join us for a riotously good time, and perhaps even play along, as we perform short-form improv games using suggestions from you, the audience (think along the lines of Whose Line is it Anyway, or Dropout TV’s Make Some Noise). No two TMI shows are alike, but rest assured, we bring a saucy, edgy, extremely cool, and hip PG-13 rating to the function that most of the family can enjoy! You’ll laugh! You’ll cry! (Hopefully, the crying is from the laughter.) But who knows…it’s IMPROV, baby!
COMEDIAN – JAMES HOLLINGSWORTH
James Hollingsworth would be a wonderful person if it wasn’t for all the things he thought and said. His unique outlook and argumentative style will make even the most bizarre propositions seem reasonable, but more importantl,y funny.
James has performed professionally at clubs like Laugh Out Lounge in Winter Haven, Snapper’s Grill and Comedy Club in Palm Harbor, and the Joke Joint in Summerfield, where he opened for Steven Lolli.
Socials:
Instagram @jamesdoesfunny
TikTok @jameshollingsworth3
Linktree https://linktr.ee/jlhthe3rd
DONALD L. DOWRIDGE, JR AS JAMES BROWN
Began performing as James Brown as far back as the first grade. Performed on a couple of cruise ships and as of 2007, as a member of SOUL2SOUL Lip Syncing group. We perform throughout the Tampa Bay region to mostly songs of The Temptations, Four Tops, James Brown, and a number of other top R & R&B songs throughout the years. Our performances are well-received throughout due to the on-time choreography designed by the group leader, who is a professional dancer and myself, who auditioned with the world-renowned Temptations in 1996. When it comes to dancing and singing as well as other enactments, such as Frederick Douglass & Soooooooooul Santa, the best come shining through!! It gives me great pleasure to entertain audiences with pure homegrown joy.
Donald L. Dowridge, Jr. is James Brown
Donald L. Dowridge, Jr. is 21st Century Frederick Douglass
Donald L. Dowridge, Jr. is Sooooul Santa
SINGER – TOM BRONSON
Tom comes to us directly from playing the Cowardly Lion in Richey Suncoast’s Wizard of Oz. It is, unfortunately, the only cat-related role he has ever portrayed. He has, however, played Felix in The Owl and the Pussycat in two different productions, so there’s that. He played Giles in The Mousetrap, which is cat adjacent. He also recently sang on the “Fish and Chips” commercial for Beef O’Brady’s, so that should count for something. He’s certain that most cats would approve, at least. Tom is happy to be performing again for Life Amplified and especially proud to be lending his voice to such a great cause.
SINGERS – ROB L’ECUYER & DANIELLE MARIE
Danielle and Robert have been friends and have been performing alongside one another for a total of 12 years. Danielle has lived in Tampa and has been singing & performing for most of
her life. She holds a deep passion for music. She was a theatrical performer for over 10 years. While also performing, she has spent the most recent 11 years devoted to her career in education. She is a double alumni from the University of Florida, earning both her Master’s Degree and
Bachelor’s Degree in Education. She currently teaches Kindergarten, and has two beautiful babies to call her own. She has a son and daughter, Leighton and Everleigh, the joys of her life.
Rob has also lived in Tampa for most of his life and has raised two amazing children, Hannah and Lucas. He prides himself in performing and plays multiple instruments, including guitar and bass guitar. Robert also used to be the lead vocalist for rock bands including Rockhound, Axis and 1200 Daze. He, like Danielle, has a true passion and devotion to music and performing that has been developed over the course of many years. Together, they call themselves Heartache and Harmony. Through all of their hard work and heartache, it is still the harmonies that they make together that remind them of their roots in music and close friendship with one another. Their bond is only described through the music that brings them together.
Find them on Instagram @heartacheandharmony and TikTok @heartache.and.harmony
SINGER – TAMMY LUKAS
Tammy has been obsessed with theatre since she was child. She attended AMDA in NYC, where she lived for 13 years. Recently, Tammy played the title role in Mary Poppins: The Broadway Musical at St Pete City Theatre and the Wicked Witch of the West in the Wizard of Oz at Francis Wilson Playhouse. She stepped in last minute to play a Nun in Sister Act and joined the ensemble of The Mystery of Edwin Drood featured in the Moonfall Quartet at SPCT. She was “privileged” to play Pennywise (IYKYK) in Ghostlight Young Theatre’s inaugural production of Urinetown: The Musical. Other notable roles include Ginger in the Gilligan’s Island Musical, “Audrey” in Little Shop of Horrors, “Alice Bieneke” in Addam’s Family Musical, “Sister James” in Doubt & “Snoopy” in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Tammy is also a seamstress/designer and loves to make costumes & gowns. She is married to the fabulously talented Jeff Lukas and has 2 beautiful daughters, Scarlett & Zoey. Tammy is a real estate agent with Future Home Realty! Follow her at https://www.facebook.com/
SINGERS – ALLAN T ANDERSON & MOLLY HILDABRANT
