Jon Noto

FOUNDER

Jon Noto has been guiding in New York City for ten years now. Like many guides, he started as an actor looking for a side gig, unaware he would find his true calling (he still acts!) in storytelling and history. His current goal is to use the platform of CityShuffles to improve the state of NYC and the NYC tourism industry.

Alice Bahlke

Guide, Director

Born and raised in Central Florida, Alice developed her passion for education and storytelling while studying at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. She also trained at the O’Neill National Theater Institute (CT), the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (UK) and Stonestreet Studios in NYC. Known as a “Regional Theater Queen,” Alice performs on stages across the country, on TV, youtube, and in national commercials. She became a tour guide in 2015 to support her passion for storytelling, interpersonal connections, and entertainment. She is happily based in Queens with her two cats Earl Gray and Chamomile.

John J Gallagher

Guide
A native of Boston but a resident of Nyc for the past 40 years,,Im the real deal ,,, John Holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from the U of Nc at Chapel HIl and is a professional actor having appeared in more than 40 films and television shows,

More importantly , for you John has been a professional tour guide since 2009, leading literally thousands of tours throughout Manhattan, he is the last of the Greenwich Village Bohemians, and did volunteer work at the World trade Center site for two months after the 911 attack,

John is artful and sophisticated in a down to earth way, besides Gound Zero and downtown NY John iexcells at tours across the Brooklyn bridge to star laden Manhattan sky;ine. He also leads highly reviewed tours of Grand Central Terminal and a fantastic Christmas lights tour, From Bryant park to Macys to the Rock Christmas tree, A must during the holidays.

He has gratefully received over 1,200 5 star reviews on Google and Trip Advisor, Cant wait to meet you and would be happy to plan a specific private tour for you and yours, See you soon in New York,

Garrett Shore

Guide
Garrett shore has worked professionally in the tourism industry since 2007 and is known for his animated presentation style. His knowledge of the city extends beyond the map to its history, the city's political mechanisms, and its ongoing cultural impact. in addition to working with groups large and small, Garrett has lectured on the topic of new york at the brooklyn historical society, has written extensively about the history of new york, and yet is always learning something new to share.

Bryan Hamilton

Official Director of Photography for City Shuffles.

Bryan is an independent filmmaker and co-founder of Hissyfit Films. He produced 'Be Wary the Wind' ( a finalist at the Strange Days Horror fest ) and 'SHE' ( 2024 festival circuit ) , and has filmed and produced a number of other projects; Red Son: Genesis a Superman fan film ( 2024 ), The Feeling Part Short film ( 2023 ), and most recently a feature film length documentary on Blacksburg High School in Virginia. As an actor turned filmmaker, Bryan has a versatile experience in producing, writing, acting, editing, and cinematography; recently editing a 40 minute pilot with DreamCircle Productions, ‘Demonetized’ ( 2023 ), a commercial spot for Creality, a 3D Printing Company ( 2023 ), and 'LEECHES VOX', a music video with Somedays Studios ( 2023 ). He enjoys supporting his fellow artists in their pursuits to create their ideas, putting maximum effort and focus into the project at hand.