MEET THE CAST
Luna Lynn Day Presents The Roaring 2020s
Luna Lynn Day
Producer, Director, Choreographer, Featured Performer (3PM & 7PM)
Luna Lynn Day is a multidisciplinary performance and visual artist. She is an award winning dancer & choreographer and holds a B.F.A. in Ballet Performance from The University of the Arts. Luna has performed as a dancer & aerialist for Holland America Cruise Line and as a dancer in the Vega 360 Company.
Luna spent many years working in early childhood education and has taught dance to children and adults of all ages for over a decade. She currently teaches privately and at Vega Dance + Lab in Portland, OR.
Luna founded her production company Luna Lynn Day Presents in 2023. The Roaring 2020s will be Luna’s third and largest production to date. See you there on August 24th!
Read Luna’s full bio HERE
Solar Rae Knight
Show Host & Featured Performer (3PM & 7PM)
Solar Rae Knight is an energetic and captivating performer who brings a dynamic blend of artistry and athleticism to the stage. She has trained as a dancer her whole life and as an aerialist for an impressive 18 years. With a rich background as a fitness and dance instructor, she passionately shares her love for movement with others. Solar is also studying to become a chiropractor, furthering her dedication to health and wellness.
Solar has performed locally with the Vega 360 company, entertaining audiences in shows such as Afterglow, Nevermore, Chaos Lab, and Siren's Cove. She also took to the stage in Luna Lynn Day Presents The Naughty List, where she debuted a dazzling duet with Luna Lynn Day, which will be reprised in The Roaring 2020s. Solar is thrilled to take on the dual role of host and performer in this latest production, which promises to be an unforgettable experience for all.
Harlequin & Achillea Grim
Specialty Circus Act (3PM)
Harlequin and Achillea are a dazzling duo who perform multidisciplinary circus feats. For this roaring afternoon, they will showcase incredible coordination and teamwork as they pass juggling clubs in a maddening flurry … with a 7 foot unicycle in the mix.
Lily McDaniel
Featured Performer (3PM)
Lily McDaniel is a Portland, OR native dancer and grew up training in a variety of styles at local studios, including MVP Dance Elite and the Oregon Ballet Theater. Lily got injured when she was younger and stopped dancing, but in 2023 started again! Since then, Lily has focused on performing, choreographing, and teaching in a variety of styles including cabaret, heels, and hip hop. Currently, she’s a Vega360 cast member and teaches Tease n Tone, a fun weekly beginner friendly class at Vega Dance Lab. Keep an eye out for Lily in upcoming performances: Afterglow 2.0 with Vega360 and Heels and Feels with WERK Dance Crew!
James London
Producer, Songwriter, Featured Performer (3PM & 7PM)
James London is a talented singer and songwriter known for his captivating voice and versatile musical skills. Proficient in playing the piano, ukulele, and guitar, James has delivered memorable performances as the lead singer of the band Troy's Bucket. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Business from the University of Arizona, which has enriched his understanding of the industry. James has released two solo albums: "Where Do We Go From Here" and "And Then You Destroy Yourself," each showcasing his unique style and emotional depth. He has also toured extensively around the west coast, captivating audiences at numerous local music venues with his heartfelt performances.
Recently, James has expanded his artistic reach by hosting, performing in, and co-producing "The Naughty List" and "Girl Crush" under Luna Lynn Day Presents. In "The Roaring 2020s," James will enchant audiences with his original song “Little Moon Luna," a heartfelt love song which features his soulful vocals and artistic melodies. This composition reflects James's ability to blend personal storytelling with musical craftsmanship, resonating deeply with listeners.
Resa la Revv
Featured Performer (3PM & 7PM)
Theresa was born in Gainesville, FL where she began her dance career with Dance Alive National Ballet at the age of 16. She moved to Orlando in 2015, performing for Universal Orlando, New Generation Theatrical, Dance Theatre of Orlando and various production companies. Theresa moved to Portland in 2018 and danced with PDX Contemporary Ballet for one year. She joined BodyVox in 2019, where she is currently a company member and occasional choreographer. Theresa also performed with Stumptown Stages for their 2023/2024 season.
Abby GoLucky
Featured Performer (3PM)
Abby GoLucky / Abbe Drake is a multi-genre performance artist who began her burlesque career in Hollywood. She is a classically-trained singer holding a Masters degree from the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music. She won the title of Miss Portland within the Miss America and Miss USA pageants in 2010 and 2011, and placed 3rd runner-up in Miss Oregon USA. She will be appearing in My Fair Lady at Clackamas Repertory Theater in August, and reprising the role of Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors with Triangle Productions in December. This October, she will be the Alto Soloist in Mahler’s symphony Das Lied von der Erde with 45th Parallel Universe Chamber Orchestra at the First United Methodist Church. She currently teaches voice lessons to all ages and ability levels. She has worked as a teaching artist in many capacities and is passionate about helping her students achieve their dreams.
Sarah Baltazar
Featured Performer (3PM & 7PM)
Growing up in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Sarah trained in a variety of dance styles that shaped her passion and artistry. From jazz to ballet, tap to contemporary, each experience has fueled her love for movement and expression.
Sarah left Vegas to pursue performing at the Disneyland Resort, then made her way to the Pacific Northwest in 2017. Since then, she has been dedicated to sharing her love of dance with the next generation. Teaching both recreational and competitive dancers in our community, helping them find their own passion and creativity through movement.
Isabella
Featured Performer (3PM)
Isabella is a talented and passionate young performer who trains in both dance and acting. She studies a wide variety of dance styles, including ballet, pre-pointe, jazz, acro, and tap. Currently, jazz and tap are her favorite genres. Isabella is one of the youngest members of Riverside Performing Arts’ Youth Dance Company, a performance-based group in Vancouver, WA. Her hard work and discipline extend beyond the dance studio, as she is also a dedicated student and an avid reader. Isabella is excited to be making her solo debut in The Roaring 2020s 3PM show on Saturday, August 24th!
Rose
Host (3PM)
Rose started performing when she was four, and instantly fell in love with dancing and acting. Rose has trained in acting, ballet, and jazz, tap and hip hop. She has performed in countless plays, dance recitals, and even performed the coveted roll of Clara in The Nutcracker last winter.
Rose was an original member of The Little Company at Riverside Performing Arts, and a new member of their Youth Dance Company. Rose was born to be on the stage and doesn’t let anything hold her back! Catch her electrifying performance as one of the hosts in the 3PM show of The Roaring 2020s!
Specialty Trio
(3PM)
Directed by Luna Lynn Day
Bevin Victoria
Featured Performer (7PM)
Bevin Victoria is an accomplished actor, singer, composer, and award-winning dancer and martial artist. She got her start in musical theater at age 6 and has been a working actor/dancer/vocalist ever since. She has been fortunate enough to tour with multiple ensembles across the US and Europe as a dancer, vocalist and percussionist. Bevin is featured on singles and albums from artists like Moh Alileche, Sepiatonic and released her own 4 song EP called Let It Go in 2019.
She currently is a composer for Baksana Ensemble, a featured vocalist with ProLab dance and is the co-writer/co-director/lead actor in her musical, Rella. You can keep up with her performances, projects and opportunities to study with and hire her at BevinVictoria.com or @bevinvictoria on IG
Asteria Atombomb
Featured Performer (7PM)
Asteria is a fat bodied dancer and has been a movement coach for 18 years. She is an advocate for all bodies in movement spaces and changing the narrative on what society deems acceptable. Asteria got her Burly-Q start in Australia and made her way across the ditch to New Zealand where she took Runner Up and People's Choice of Grand Tease NZ 2017. She returned to the US and found her current home in Portland, OR where she continues to teach and perform burlesque. Her “day job” is teaching and managing at BodyVox Dance Center. You can catch her travelling around the country in places such as New York, Alaska, and California performing and teaching burlesque. She is part of the rotating cast of the famous SinFerno Cabaret, as well as other rotating local shows around the Pacific Northwest.
Kaela Luck
Featured Performer (7PM)
Kaela Luck is an Oregon native, born and raised in Lincoln City. After living in Chicago, she moved to Portland in 2019 where she started taking classes at Vega dance lab and Portland Dance Exchange. Since then she has trained under Durante Lambert and Jazmyn Thomas in their mentorship programs and takes classes at many studios throughout Portland. Kaela has most recently performed in No Apologies by Tara Briggs and Siren’s Cove by Evie Graham, and teaches heels choreography Wednesdays at Portland Dance Exchange. She is currently a Vega360 cast member and will be performing in Afterglow 2.0 in August!
Alyssa Kelley
Featured Performer (7PM)
Alyssa Kelley is a vibrant dancer who lights up the stage as part of the Vega360 cast and also as an individual performer. Her passion and dedication for dance was ignited in early 2023 when she took her first heels dance class. Since then Alyssa has performed in a series of cabaret-inspired shows including Nevermore, Chaos Lab, and Siren’s Cove, and she will be performing in Afterglow Vol. 2 (Taylor’s Version) this August at Vega Dance+Lab.
In addition to being a captivating performer, Alyssa excels at building strong connections within the Portland dance community. This skill has driven her to pursue teaching dance as well as performing. Alyssa is an instructor at Vega Dance+Lab where she teaches a high-energy cardio-based hip hop class (Cardio Funk), and assists teaching BurlyQ and Chair classes. Her positive energy is contagious and her ability to make new and returning students feel welcome has contributed to an ever growing network of supportive dancers.
All That Jazz
Dancers (7PM)
Solar Rae Knight (Choreographer), Jamie Rae, Bailey Steffen, Emily Mensing, Alyssa Kelley, Mariah Wylder
Meg
Featured Performer, Stage Kitten (7PM)
After discovering a love of dance while attending heels classes at Vega Dance+Lab, Meg became a member of Vega360’s original cast in late 2022. Since then Meg has performed in several burlesque-inspired cabaret productions in Portland, including Afterglow Vol. 1, Nevermore, The Naughty List, Girl Crush, and Siren’s Cove. She will also be performing in Afterglow Vol. 2 (Taylor’s Version) this August.
Alyssa Renck
Featured Performer, Stage Kitten (7PM)
Alyssa Renck is a Portland-based performer and designer with over 27 years of experience. She has danced with NW Dance Academy, Elite Dance Studio, and Vega Dance+Lab and was a Co-Founder and Captain of the St. Mary’s Academy Dance Company.
Alyssa has experience in a range of styles including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and burlesque. She has also trained in aerial movement including silks, trapeze, and lyra and has experience with pole dancing. She has performed in shows at Alvin Ailey and PMT House of Dance and trained with choreographers at Peridance Center in New York City. Most recently, Alyssa has been featured in several cabaret-style shows in the Portland area, including Fusion, The Naughty List, Girl Crush, and all of Vega360’s shows as a founding cast member. Her dancing skills will also be on display in Vega360’s next production: Afterglow Vol. 2 (Taylor’s Version).
When she’s not dancing, Alyssa is a professional Color Designer and also enjoys knitting, watching true crime documentaries, and spending time with friends.
Stage Manager & Rigger (3PM & 7PM)
Sara James
Sara James is a multifaceted aerial burlesque dancer driven by fluidity and musicality. Her individual style has been described as liquid, alluring, and powerful. Sara is no stranger to the stage, having performed for thousands of people in stadiums as well as more intimate venues. She performs regularly around Portland, Oregon for productions such as Sinferno Cabaret, Lacy Knightly Productions, Jack London Burly Q Revue, Bergamot Burlesque, and more. sarajamesaerial.com