Rudy Theatre

 Born and raised in Johnston County, Amy grew up with a love for music. She started singing in her family’s gospel group, The Hockadays, at 15 and still sings with them now on occasion. Amy has traveled with numerous gospel groups over the years, the most recent being River Song Trio based out of Washington, NC. She was honored to represent her home as Miss Johnston County 1993 and also competed in the Miss NC Pageant. She graduated from N.C. State University in 1995 with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and worked as a Hospice Social Worker for 15 years.  Amy has been a cast member in various capacities at the Rudy Theater since 2002. She states, "I'm so thankful to be a part of a theater production that is not only professional, but focuses on God, family & country."  Amy, her husband Travis and their basketball loving daughter, Lily now reside in Chocowinity, NC and are loving life on the river.

Rhonda is a Durham native that currently resides in the area of Hillsborough NC. She graduated from Wake Technical school with an A.S. degree in Criminal/Forensics. Rhonda was also a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
Singing has been her true passion since childhood. She sang in the school chorus, restaurants, The Elk Lodge Christmas show, and the Country Music Showcase in Smithfield NC. Rhonda states, "I have had a love for music and singing all of my life.
I have been blessed to sing at the Rudy Theater with such wonderful and talented people. But the best part of it all is when I see the audience smiling and having fun."

Jennifer Lee currently resides in Fuquay Varina, but grew up in a tiny town with no stoplights in northwestern Ohio. Her passion for singing sprouted at age 5 when she sang for a large family reunion. From that small platform, her voice has taken her to many sizes of stages all across the USA and abroad (Japan and the Caribbean), including musical theater, fairgrounds, amusement parks, dinner boats, cruise ships, churches, stadiums, and arenas. Her favorite genre of music to sing is Country and Christian Contemporary. She has enjoyed being the female lead vocalist in country bands over the decades and has been a worship leader in her church for 25+ years! She and her husband shepherd the Youth and Family Ministry at their church and have  two sons and a daughter.  She is grateful for the creative outlet The Rudy Theatre provides and loves the talented family she has gained here.

Loretta was born and raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina, where her life was deeply rooted in faith and music.  Growing up in a small church, she learned how to sing harmony at an early age, surrounded by a very talented family filled with both vocal and musical ability.  In 1984, Loretta married her high school sweetheart, George. They have two wonderful children, Jordan and Hannah,  a son-in-law, Jonathan, and two precious grandchildren: Rylee Jo and Ethan James. She is also the owner of Retta’s Decor & More, where she serve as an interior designer, wedding planner, event coordinator, and decorator. In addition, she also serve as an Aflac insurance agent. Loretta states,  "I look forward to working with the talented team at the Rudy Theatre and getting to know the many loyal fans who travel from near and far to support this wonderful theater. The best is yet to come."

Jerry has been a cast member at the Rudy since 1998. He and his wife Pat reside in Fayetteville, NC. They have two very talented daughters and four beautiful granddaughters.  Jerry’s music career began in high school. His dad helped him find a few chords on the guitar and from there Jerry taught himself. His skill ranges from lead guitar to rhythm, bass and of course pedal steel, on which he is featured in the Jubilee shows. During his high school years, he played in various pop and dinner music bands until going into the U.S. Navy. After his time of duty, he became very involved in playing guitar and singing gospel music for several years. When asked about his work at the Rudy, Jerry said, “I really enjoy working with the Rudy gang! We are like family and really work hard at producing a quality show for our audiences. It requires a lot of commitment from everyone but all the fun we have doing this is well worth the effort.”

Fred was born in Fayetteville, NC and now calls Lillington, NC home with his wife Michelle and their two dogs Ruby and Shadow.  His family traveled and sang southern gospel music and recently retired after more than 30 years. At the age of 14, Fred decided he wanted to play bass guitar so he taught himself how to do just that! He played on a full time basis for a southern gospel family group called The Ruppes (now Sisters) right after high school and later played for the Dixie Melody Boys. Fred states his inspiration in music is his parents. When he's not playing, he enjoys hunting, fishing and restoring his 1957 Chevrolete Belair. When asked about the Rudy, Fred states, "Everyone here treats you so well. It's like being around family. There is so much talent in this theater and working with singers and musicians of this caliber is a God sent. I am humbled to be a part of this family and plan on sticking around for a good long time."

Johnny is  from Cary NC. started singing when he was 7 years old. When he was 11, his mom took him to voice lessons and by 12, he started taking guitar lessons. When he was 15 he played in a Bluegrass band called Bull Run and won numerous 1st and 2nd place awards at Bluegrass festivals. The band was on Song of the Mountains, which is a TV show aired on PBS. He has also been blessed to record some songs in a session in Nashville. In Johnny's free time he enjoys fishing, riding Four wheelers, going to bible study and hanging out with friends. When asked about his time at the Rudy, Johnny stated, “The Rudy is a sacred place for me. I feel at home when I walk in the door. I’m so thankful for Spook Joyner for giving me a chance to share what God has given.” 

A Halifax County, Virginia native, Tom Ferguson currently resides in Dunn, NC with his wife of 42 years. He has three children and four grandchildren. He is a veteran radio host in Virginia and Florida. A Virginia Association of Broadcasters award winner for his creative radio commercials, he was an Elvis tribute artist and lead vocalist in several popular bands. He credits his father for his love of traditional country and gospel music and his mother for his affinity for crooners like Frank Sinatra and big band jazz. Tom is “semi-retired” and works for his wife in her mental health counseling practice as her “jack-of-all-trades.” He enjoys spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. When asked about performing over the years, Tom sai, "The Rudy is by far the best experience! Spook Joyner is pure musical meanness...I mean genius!"

Born and raised in Goldsboro, NC, Chris Howell started playing drums at the young age of 3, and in his first-grade year at elementary school, won first place drumming in Wayne County’s Agricultural Fair Talent Contest in Wayne County, NC. As a teenager, he stayed active in church youth bands and playing with his father, Tommy  in the Tommy Chase Band. Throughout his high school years, he served actively as Drumline Captain in the marching band, and had the opportunity to play at an East Carolina University football game. Christopher also played in the Concert Band as well as the Jazz Band, making the cut for All District Jazz Drummer and entertaining at UNC Pembroke’s Jazz Festival. He has toured with professional bands and played in multiple states across the southeastern and mid-western US.  When asked about his experince here, Chris stated, "I love playing at The Rudy because I get to perform with great people and great friends!"