Premier Children's Theatre & Arts Education
Charm City Players is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, founded in 2011 to provide year-round, professional-caliber children’s theatre and high-quality arts education to the greater Baltimore community.
Led by founders Stephen and Christina Napp, who bring over 50 years of combined experience in theatrical performance and entertainment management, Charm City Players has grown into a cornerstone of the region’s performing arts scene.
Decades of Theatre Leadership
Our team’s extensive background in professional theatre management includes:
Christina Napp
Christina Napp is an accomplished performing artist, arts educator, and passionate advocate for the performing arts. After founding Charm City Players in 2011, she has transformed the organization into one of the largest providers of arts education in the DMV region, touching the lives of thousands of aspiring performers.
A distinguished graduate of Towson University with classical soprano training from the prestigious Peabody Institute, Christina brings exceptional talent and visionary leadership to every production and educational initiative.
Her celebrated performance credits include memorable roles such as Mother in A Christmas Story the Musical, Grace Farrell in Annie, Nancy in Oliver, and Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy in Shrek the Musical, showcasing her remarkable versatility and artistic range.
Beyond the stage, Christina has established herself as a recognizable talent in commercial media, appearing as the face of several high-profile advertising campaigns throughout the DMV region.
While her artistic accomplishments are numerous, Christina's favorite role is mother to her son Parker, a joy that inspires her work both on and off the stage.
Through her dedication to artistic excellence and community engagement, Christina continues to inspire the next generation of performers while elevating the cultural landscape of the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area.
In Memoriam
Stephen G. Napp, 66, of Phoenix, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, while under the care of hospice. His final moments were filled with the warmth of love and song, surrounded by his family and cherished friends.
Born on November 11, 1958, in Pikesville, Maryland, to the late John and Dolores Napp, Steve attended Pikesville High School and Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. His career began with The Baltimore Actors’ Theatre as general manager. He then worked for Zinod Advertising, and as Director of Print Productions for TBC and Doner Direct. Later, he opened his own freelance agency, Creative Resources Unlimited until his retirement from the advertising world in 2011.
Steve's passion for the theatre was more than a career; it was a calling. His decades of work with The Baltimore Actors Theatre (BAT) saw him managing the company on tours throughout Florida and Australia, and included his performances in such iconic roles as Rodrigo in ‘Babes in Toyland’, The Artful Dodger in ‘Oliver!’, and Will Parker in ‘Oklahoma!’. This early work laid the foundation for a life dedicated to the stage. In 2011, he established Charm City Players, a testament to his commitment to bringing the magic of theatre to the community for people of all ages. in addition, he was a passionate advocate of arts education.
Beyond his theatrical endeavors, Steve was a devoted family man. He is survived by his wife, Christina Marie Napp, and his son, Parker Stephen Napp. Steve was immensely proud of Parker and cherished every moment spent supporting his gymnastic competitions, taking in sporting events, and traveling with him. In a tender farewell, Parker gave his father his last hug before Stephen took his final bow. He is also survived by his brothers, John Napp (Jeannie), Philip Napolitano (Heather), and Keith Napp (Carol); his niece, Rebecca Blake (Stephen); his nephews, James Napp, Philip, and Patrick Napolitano; his cousins, Christine Crouch (John), Mark Miller (Mary Lou), and Michael Miller; his lifelong best friend, Ann Marie Pallanck; and his many other close friends, family, and his beloved theatre family.
Steve was also a dedicated supporter of the Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore Blast, and the Baltimore Ravens. This passion was something he shared with his son, Parker, along with a dream to visit all thirty major league baseball stadiums and the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.
A gathering of friends and family to celebrate Steve's remarkable life will be held on Saturday, May 24th, 2025 from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, with a celebration of his life to follow at 3:30 PM, located at The Summit Manor, 510 Monkton Road, Hereford, Maryland 21111. The family requests that attendees dress casually, perhaps in their favorite sports jersey or theatre shirt, to honor Steve’s vibrant spirit.
"I like the ephemeral thing about theatre, every performance is like a ghost - it's there and then it's gone.” - Maggie Smith
Steve deeply understood this ephemeral magic of theatre—how each performance is a unique and fleeting moment, a ghost that lives, breathes, and then vanishes, leaving behind only cherished memories. His life, like a great performance, had a profound impact on those who had the privilege to witness it.