Pastor/ Founder/ Artistic Director
Standing center stage, Fred doesn't like to describe his plays proceeded by the term "One-man". He's first to remind you he doesn't stand center stage alone. Affectionately known as "Teddy" to many, some favorite hobbies include gardening, making music, creating, writing/ telling stories....and critiquing Hallmark movies with his wife, Katie. It's no surprise that his favorite book is the Bible, but you know it's an art when he flows from one of many memorized verses, right into a Willy Wonka quote. "You get nothing! You lose! Good day Sir!" (wait...WHAT?!)
"I started Plays On Word because I believe the Lord put it on my heart to do so. I am inspired by the never ending wonders of God through His Word. My favorite quote is from the "PETE" play, “ I HAD to say something!” And in preaching the Word and spreading His Good News…that’s the best place to start!"
Fred ‘s love for theater and music started at an early age and was honed on the stage of Manasquan High School and over his parents’ garage. Years of perfecting his craft led him to several personal and professional accomplishments, through his independent label, FDKjr Music, including:
Kindred & the Family Soul - Musical Director
Black Lillie/ The Roots Showcase-NYC, Philadelphia - Associate Musical Director
Words & Sounds showcase- Philadelphia - Musical Director
Vivian Green- A Love Story (certified Gold) “Fanatic" + "Keep On Going” - Lyricist, Producer, Programmer
Funk Master Flex Vol III (certified Gold) - Producer
Carol Riddick “Brown Eyed Girl” - Producer
Jazmine Sullivan “Braid Your Hair” - Producer
Lady Alma “House Party” - Producer
Harold B- Resolution – Producer
A lover of both Biblical and intellectual studies, Fred sharpened his skills at OCC (Magna Summa Laude), Trinity College of the Bible and the University of Pennsylvania. Volunteer activities have been many throughout Fred’s spiritual walk. In March 2024, Fred was integral in a church plant for Calvary Chapel Southport, Southport, NC, where he currently serves as Senior Pastor.
When asked about Fred’s influences and mentors over the years, A smile slowly crosses his face as he starts to recite the list of those who have deeply (profoundly) impacted his life: Rev. Chuck Smith, Rev. Mike Morgan, Rev. Joe Gratzel, Rev. Joe Santucci, Rev. Steve Shwartz, Rev. Cliff Whitehead. Musically: Wes Montgomery, Mozart, Antonio Vivaldi, Dave Brubeck, Herbie Hancock, Gregory Porter, Jeff Lorber, James Brown, Earth Wind & Fire, The Gap Band, Stevie Wonder, George Clinton, Prince, Men at Work, Midnight Oil, Ben Kenney, U2, Edwin Hawkins, Joe Pace & the Colorado Mass Choir, Fred Hammond, Andraé Crouch, Mahalia Jackson, The Dixi Humingbirds, Chris Tomlin, 7eventh Time Down, Johnny Cash, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, and many more. On and on!
When it comes to Plays On Word, Fred has SO many favorite scriptures that come to mind. Check them out a few of them in his own words (scroll over each scripture and click for video): Acts 15:41 • Mark 16:15 • Matthew 28:8 • 2 Corinthians 2:17.
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