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Garrett Adams
Garrett Adams is a 7th grader at North Cross School. His love for the theatre began in the 4th grade when he auditioned for The Wizard of Oz and was cast as The Wizard. He went on to play Daddy Warbucks in Annie and Nigel in Matilda under the direction of Thomas Costello at NCS. Last December, he played Ralphie in A Christmas Story at Mill Mountain Theatre and counts it as one of the best seasons of his life. Most recently, he played the role of Sky in Mamma Mia! at North Cross. Garrett is thrilled to be back on Trinkle stage in The Lightning Thief. He is so grateful for the amazing community he has discovered at Mill Mountain Theatre and for all of the people who make it feel like a second home.
Maggie Benson
Maggie is excited to make her stage debut at Mill Mountain Theatre. An 8th grader at William Byrd Middle School, she has spent the past couple of years taking classes at Mill Mountain and has loved the friendships and sense of community it provides. She enjoys all of her classes, especially Civics, and hopes to one day become a pediatric psychiatrist because of her love for working with children. When she’s not on stage, Maggie plays lacrosse and enjoys volunteering in the community, including at local libraries. She would like to thank the directors and staff at Mill Mountain for this opportunity, and her parents for their constant support.
William Blankenship
William (Liam) Blankenship is a sophomore at Cave Spring High School and has been in the arts for 3 years and has been in 1 play and 4 Musicals His next performance is unknown at the time but he hopes to be in more productions in the near and far future and knows that his family, friends, and past teachers directors will support him the whole way.
Sydney Faith Blaszak
Sydney Blaszak is a 15-year-old sophomore at Cave Spring High School and a student in the Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory. She is thrilled to be making her main stage debut. Recent credits include Cinderella (Giant/Ensemble), Beetlejuice Jr. (Ensemble), The Little Mermaid Jr. (Adella), The Lion King Jr. (Shenzi), Shrek The Musical Jr. (Pinocchio), and The Little Mermaid Jr. (Ariel). This summer, Sydney will make her off-Broadway debut in Matilda as a Big Kid in New York City. She would like to thank her family for their constant support and Mill Mountain Theatre for this amazing opportunity.
Carter Cecil
Hi! I’m Carter and I’ve been acting since the 1st grade. This is my 5th production with MMT and I’m elated to be apart of this show. You may recognize me from Shrek, where I played Lord Farquaad. Or from A Year With Frog and Toad, where I played Toad. When I’m not on stage, I’m competing for the LBHS Speech and Debate Team. This past season I won States for Humorous Interpretation (I love to talk). As always, thank you for supporting the arts!
Carter Jackson Cecil
Hello! I’m Carter Cecil, and I’ve been involved in theatre since kindergarten. Some of my favorite roles include Phineas Trout in Willy Wonka Jr., Jay in Lost In Yonkers, Toad in A Year With Frog & Toad, and Lord Farquaad in Shrek! I’m thrilled to be playing Grover in The Lightning Thief and can’t wait to bring this story to life!
Megan Corbett
Megan is a freshman at Salem High School. Her favorite past credits include In Bloom (Eileen), Shrek (Teen Fiona), Chrysalis (Little Mirage), Into the Woods (Witch and Little Red), Frozen (Young Anna), and most recently Alice @ Wonderland (Mad Hatter). She is excited to return to Mill Mountain Theater for another fun filled show. She is also an active participant in Mill Mountain Theater conservatory, and would like to thank Mill Mountain for the opportunity to continue what she loves!
Drew D’Alessandro
Drew D'Alessandro is excited to be back again with Mill Mountain. His most recent Mill Mountain credits include: Shrek (Peter Pan, Knight), Peter and the Starcatcher (Boy, Peter), Finding Nemo Jr. (Gill, Ensemble), Elf (Charlie, Ensemble, Michael u/s), and Matilda (Tommy, Ensemble). Other favorite credits include: James and the Giant Peach (James), A Christmas Story (Schwartz), Little Women (Laurie), and many more. Drew is an MMT Conservatory student, and a rising sophomore at CSHS where he is active in their drama program. He encourages all Half-Bloods to get headed to the exits now, but otherwise hopes you enjoy the show.
Violet Farmer
Violet Farmer is delighted to return to the Trinkle stage for her sixth MMT production. Violet is a 9th grader at Salem High School. Her favorite credits include Tessie in Annie, Ariel in The Little Mermaid, and Pinocchio in Shrek. Violet is an accomplished singer, composer and pianist who has been recognized for her original music in MTNA and Virginia PTA Reflections. Outside of theater she enjoys cheerleading, hiking, and reading. She hopes that the audience enjoys The Lightning Thief as much as she does! Violet wishes to thank her mom for driving her everywhere, Bethany Costello, and the whole team at MMT for the incredible opportunity to be a part of this show.
Cora Hazel Goad
Cora is so excited to be a part of The Lightning Thief! She is a 9th grader at Patrick Henry High School and a student at MMT Conservatory. You may have seen her in Mill Mountain’s Frog and Toad. Some of her other favorite credits include Elf Jr (Various Roles), Seussical Jr (Mayzie), and Mean Girls Jr (Karen). Other than performing, Cora enjoys writing music and books, and spending time outdoors. Cora would like to thank the MMT staff for everything they do, her family and friends for their flexibility and support, and the Nelsons and Turnbulls for driving her to rehearsal.
Kristin Hall
Callie Hine
Callie is eager to make her MMT debut! She has learned much about the arts and teamwork through her involvement with the MMT conservatory. Callie’s love for acting began at a young age, starting with school plays, and performing in community theater. A few of her favorite past productions include: High School Musical Jr. (Gwen/Ensemble), Grease (Jan), Footloose (Gavin/Ensemble), and Matilda Jr. (Miss Honey). In her free time, she enjoys being outside, loving on her pets, and playing clarinet. She would like to thank the MMT staff and directors, friends, and family for this opportunity and for all of the support they have given. She hopes you enjoy The Lightning Thief!
Callie Hine
Callie is eager to make her MMT debut! She has learned much about the arts and teamwork through her involvement with the MMT conservatory. Callie’s love for acting began at a young age, starting with school plays, and performing in community theater. A few of her favorite past productions include: High School Musical Jr. (Gwen/Ensemble), Grease (Jan), Footloose (Gavin/Ensemble), and Matilda Jr. (Miss Honey). In her free time, she enjoys being outside, loving on her pets, and playing clarinet. She would like to thank the MMT staff and directors, friends, and family for this opportunity and for all of the support they have given. She hopes you enjoy The Lightning Thief!
Callie Hine
Callie is eager to make her MMT debut! She has learned much about the arts and teamwork through her involvement with the MMT conservatory. Callie’s love for acting began at a young age, starting with school plays, and performing in community theater. A few of her favorite past productions include: High School Musical Jr. (Gwen/Ensemble), Grease (Jan), Footloose (Gavin/Ensemble), and Matilda Jr. (Miss Honey). In her free time, she enjoys being outside, loving on her pets, and playing clarinet. She would like to thank the MMT staff and directors, friends, and family for this opportunity and for all of the support they have given. She hopes you enjoy The Lightning Thief!
Walker Johnson
Walker is thrilled to be on the Trinkle Stage for the first time in Percy Jackson and the Lightening Thief! He is a current 8th grader at James Madison Middle School. Having previously worked the spotlight in MMT productions, Walker is excited to step out of the shadows and onto the stage as Ares, Gabe, and the iconic Kurt Cobain. Previous stage credits include: High School Musical Jr. (Jack Scott), Peter and the Starcatcher (Smee), and Frozen Jr. (Weselton). Huge thanks to the entire cast and crew - break a leg!
Macalan Johnson
Macalan is thrilled to be a part of this electric production of Percy Jackson and the Lightening Thief. He is a current sophomore at Patrick Henry High School and a member of MMT’s Musical Theatre Conservatory. Favorite past roles include: ELF (Buddy), Little Shop of Horrors (he has played both the roles of Orin and Audrey 2!), Beauty and the Beast (Lumiere), Finding Nemo (Crush), Shrek Jr (Shrek), Newsies Jr (Jack Kelly). Macalan was honored to perform as a student spotlight at MMT’s performances of Waitress last spring and last month in 9 to 5. A huge thanks to the entire cast, crew, and creative team at MMT.
Lily Lenkowski
Breya Nelson
Breya Nelson is excited to be in their first MMT main stage production! After playing the role of Prentiss in MMT’s “Peter and the Starcatcher,” they decided to audition for another season. They’d like to thank their parents, their siblings, their close friends, and their cats!
Ruth Parsons
Ruth Parsons is thrilled to be back on her home stage at the Waldron at Mill Mountain Theatre (MMT)! She is especially excited to be performing in her second Rick Riordan–inspired production this year, having previously appeared as The Kid in Monstersongs. Some of her favorite onstage credits include Matilda, Jr., Peter & the Starcatcher, Legally Blonde, Jr., Matilda, and The Women. Her on-screen credits include roles in the short films Blossom and Dark Horse. Ruth trains at the Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory, Broadway Artists Alliance, The Prep NYC, and SCAPA. She would like to thank her friends, family, and all of her teachers and mentors for their support. Follow Ruth @ruthparsonsofficial on Instagram!
Sharv Patel
Sharv Patel is a sophomore at Cave Spring High School where he is apart of choir and recently went to ACDA All-Regional Choir. This is his second MainStage performance with Mill Mountain Theatre. You may have previously seen him as Donkey in Shrek TYA. He is so grateful for the opportunity to be able to experience this show and cast. He would also like the thank his Mom (Purvi), Dad (Brijesh), Brother (Tatva), and Girlfriend (Braelyn) for the help getting prepared for this show. Enjoy the performance of The Lightning Thief!
Amelia Raring
Amelia, a freshman at Hidden Valley and a Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory student, is thrilled to share the magic of The Lightning Thief with you today! You may recognise Amelia from the MMT production of To Kill A Mockingbird where she played Scout, Ted in Peter and the Starcatcher, and as an orphan in Annie. She also performed in Burton Center of Performing Arts's Hadestown: Teen Edition (Fate), Hidden Valley's Cinderella (Ensemble), MMT’s Matilda (Matilda), Write Stuff, and Peter and Wendy (Master Panther). Other credits include Grandin Film Lab’s Wysteria: the Series (Young Mary), StageCenter Louisiana’s productions of Matilda (Lavender), The Little Mermaid Jr. (Flounder), and Annie Jr. (Tessie). Outside of theatre, Amelia enjoys reading, cross country, and bo staff training. She extends her heartfelt appreciation to Mill Mountain Theatre's staff, her family and friends, and remember: “The things that make you different are the things that make you strong.” Enjoy the show!
Eva Rose Sarver-Wolf
Eva Rose is thrilled to be back on the Mill Mountain Theatre Mainstage for her senior year. Her past roles with MMT include Onstage Manager/Tall & Terrible Frog in A Year with Frog & Toad, Anchor in Finding Nemo Jr., Duffy in Annie, and Mama Bear in Shrek TYA. She has been a proud member of the Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory for two years, and this year is honored to have been elected to serve on the Student Advisory Board in addition to traveling to the SouthEastern Theatre Conference the past two years with her peers from Conservatory.
She’s currently in her senior year at Community High School and has recently committed to Columbia College Chicago to major in Music Production and minor in Vocal Performance.
She’s very excited to be closing out her time in high school with her friends at Mill Mountain Theatre as she takes on the role of Annabeth Chase in The Lightning Thief.
Brent Saunders
Brent Saunders is a sophomore at Lord Botetourt High School and is thrilled to be returning to the Trinkle Mainstage! Favorite Mill Mountain Theatre credits include A Christmas Story (Scut Farkus), Shrek (Big Bad Wolf), Finding Nemo, Jr. (Grouper/Reef Kid/Moonfish), Matilda (Eric), and Peter and Wendy (Tootles). Other recent roles include The Addams Family (Lucas Beineke) Beetlejuice, Jr. (Adam Maitland), The Little Mermaid (Flounder), Legally Blonde (Chad/Aaron Schultz), Junie B. Jones, Jr. (Herb), Lost in Yonkers (Arty), and Willy Wonka, Jr. (Mike Teavee). Brent would like to thank his friends, family, and everyone at Mill Mountain Theatre for their continuous support! Enjoy the show!
Natalie Thorell
Natalie is thrilled to be back on the Trinkle Mainstage at Mill Mountain Theatre! She is a 9th grader at Hidden Valley High School. Some of her favorite credits include Cinderella (Charlotte/Dance Captain), Peter and the Starcatcher (Molly Aster), Beetlejuice, The Musical (Miss Argentina/Dance Captain), Annie, The Musical (Kate/Servant/Dance Captain/Swing), Shrek TYA (Ugly Duckling/Blind Mouse/Dance Captain), Elf, The Musical (Tiara/Swing), and The Sound of Music (Gretl). Natalie is a member of the Kevin Jones Performing Arts Studio, MMT Conservatory, Divine Dance Center, and the HVHS Vocal Ensemble. She is very grateful for this opportunity and hopes you enjoy the show. GO TEAM RED!
Hannah Turnbull
Hannah is excited to perform on the Trinkle Mainstage for the first time! She began acting in 2024 and has loved being part of productions like Seussical Jr. (Bird Girl), The Little Mermaid Jr. (Ensemble), and The Wizard of Oz Jr. (Glinda). When she’s not on stage, she enjoys playing the bass and piano as well as singing and creating her own music on her ukelele. She would like to thank her family and friends for always cheering her on.
Aaron Walters
Aaron Walters (Poseidon/Farmer/Voice of Kronos) is excited about his MMT debut! Favorite previous credits include: Bridge to Teribithia (Mr. Aarons), Little Women the Musical (Braxton), These Shining Lives (Tom), and Percy Jackson the Lightning Thief (Poseidon) all at Cave Spring High School where he is a Junior. Aaron is ecstatic to have the opportunity to play Poseidon twice! Gratitudes to cast, crew, Family, and friends!!
Ashlinn Blevins
Ashlinn Blevins is delighted to be returning to the Mill Mountain stage! You may have recently seen her on the Trinkle Mainstage as (Fraulein Kost) Cabaret, (Stephanie Crawford) To Kill A Mockingbird, (Star To Be) Annie, and (Ensemble) Waitress. Ashlinn has her certificate in Musical Theatre from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy located in New York City. She is forever grateful for the unrelenting support from her wonderful mom, dad, and sister. They've helped make all her dreams come true and made the little girl who wanted to make art exceptionally happy.
Brian Bush
Brian Bush is thrilled to be joining Mill Mountain Theatre’s team for the That’s So 70’s Concert! Brian holds a BFA in Theatre, Musical Theatre Concentration, from Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. Favorite credits include: Ride the Cyclone and The Addams Family (Western Carolina University), and Spamalot (Haywood Arts Regional Theatre). Brian currently works at The Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech and is ecstatic to continue his Hokie journey this fall as he joins the MFA Theatre - Arts Leadership program. He would like to thank his family, friends, and mentors for their constant support, as well as his cat, Stormi, for dragging him right back to reality when it’s meal time.
Trenyce E.L. Nolan
Trenyce E.L. Nolan is thrilled to be returning to Mill Mountain. She is a recent graduate with a BFA from the Hartt School conservatory at the University of Hartford. She was recently seen in 9 to 5 as Roz at Mill Mountain. As well as A Christmas Story at Broadway Palm. She recently directed and choreographed her original own play Blackout. She hopes you enjoy the show. Instagram:Trenyce22
Francesca Reilly
Francesca Reilly is a performer and educator whose love for theatre began at 9 years old. A Northern Virginian turned Roanoke native, Francesca moved to the Star City after graduating with her Bachelor’s in Music and now holds her Master’s in Music Education. Since graduating, she has had the privilege of touring with the state children’s theatres of Virginia and North Carolina. Some of her favorite acting credits include Junie B. Jones (Junie), Goodnight Moon (Mouse), and Mill Mountain’s educational tour Stellaluna (Pinduli). Francesca also has the privilege of serving as MMT’s Director of Education, teaching the talented upcoming stars of the Valley. She is thrilled to be back on the main stage for this year’s concert! Francesca would like to thank the cast, crew, staff, as well as her friends and family for all their love and continuous support, with extra love sent out to Kipp and KJ.
Sebastian Archibald
Sebastian Archibald is thrilled to be making his Mill Mountain Theatre debut! Sebastian is an Actor/Musician/Music Director and an alumni of Texas Tech University. Previous credits include Hundred Days(Circle Theatre), Legally Blonde(The Wallace Theatre), Once (Priscilla Beach Theatre), Bat Boy, Bonnie & Clyde, and Carrie(Casa Mañana).
Mollie Craven
Mollie Craven is thrilled to return to Violet's powerful shoes 14 years after playing her for the first time! She is an Austin, TX native and is proud to call herself a New Yorker. BFA from Oklahoma City University. Select NYC Credits: REVELATION (Off-Broadway), COMMEDIA RAPUNZEL (Off-Broadway), COMMEDIA CINDERELLA (Off-Broadway), WHISKEY PANTS (World Premiere Cast), ALMOST, MAINE, FLOYD COLLINS, and various concerts at 54 Below, Joe's Pub, and Green Room 42. Select Regional Credits: NEXT TO NORMAL, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, VANYA SONIA MASHA & SPIKE, SHREK, MUSIC MAN, THE FANTASTICKS, MAMMA MIA, DAMN YANKEES, RICHARD II. You can find her singing around the country with the vintage trio America's Sweethearts, or singing show tunes in Times Square at Ellen's Stardust Diner. Love to my family, to my beloved Matthew, and to all the courageous women who use their voices to fight for equity, justice, and joy. @mollie.craven
Briana Doran
Briana Doran is a professional dancer based in NYC. Originally from Western Massachusetts, she attended Marymount Manhattan College to receive her BFA in dance. Since graduating in 2024, she has performed in Broadway community events such as Broadway Bares, I Put A Spell On You, and Night of Life. She has worked under Director/Choreographer Bec Morris in the burlesque show The Empire Strips Back, completing residencies in both Chicago and Atlanta. Back in NYC, she can be found performing in a dinner show cabaret every Friday night at GITANO NYC. Outside of her performance career, she is passionate about teaching yoga and sculpt at Y7 Studio in the city.
She is grateful to be doing what she loves including taking on the role of drunk Margaret for her first time at Mill Mountain Theatre. She thanks her family and agent for their constant love and support. Enjoy the show!!
Kim Hale
Kim is thrilled to make her Mill Mountain debut! She relocated from LA to NYC at age 56 to give her Broadway dream one more shot. Her journey has been featured on GMA3, THE SHERRI SHOW and CBS MORNINGS. Kim was most recently seen as Mrs. Hatch in A WONDERFUL LIFE at Fireside Theatre. Other credits include commercials for American Airlines, Home Goods and Dove featuring Ciara, Jon Batiste in Central Park, BROADWAY BARES, THE PENGUIN (HBO) and PALM ROYALE (Apple TV+) plus a one night only performance in Broadway’s CHICAGO. She also appeared in the films: SPIRITED (Apple TV) and CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE (Netflix) starring Dolly Parton. @mskimhale
Sophie Hendricks
Sophie Hendricks is a second-year student at Hollins University studying theatre and music. At Hollins, she has been seen as Helen in The Women's Land Army and Her Father in Eurydice. Outside of school, she has performed as an ensemble member in The Wizard of Oz at the Off Broadway Players, Grandma Addams in The Addams Family, and Rosie in Mamma Mia at Eastern Mennonite University. Sophie is thrilled and grateful to be one of the Hollins students participating in 9 to 5 at Mill Mountain Theatre and she hopes that everyone enjoys the show. She would also like to thank all of the cast and crew for welcoming her with open arms, and Matt and Keeley for jumping her car.
Isaiah Jordan Hilliard
Isaiah "Zay" is blessed to be Debuting his Talents at Mill Mountain Theatre (MMT) in this seasons production of "9 to 5: The Musical"! Some of His past work includes "Elf: The Musical" (ENSEMBLE) at Surflight Theatre, NJ, "SUMMER! The Donna Summer Musical" (PREACHER/ANDREW U/S) & "42nd Street" (ANDY LEE) at Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, SC. From his time spent at his Alma Mater, American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) to now, He would like to thank God, His Family, Mentors, and Friends for always pushing him to be Great and to continue following his Passions. Catch him on his Main Social @ZayHilliard and show love and support!
Beck Hokanson
Originally from LA, Beck is a Chicago based actor excited to be performing with MMT! THEATRE: Diana (Theo Ubique/Chicago Premiere), Dames at Sea (Citadel Theatre), American Psycho (Kokandy Productions/Chicago Premiere-Jeff Award Best Musical), A New Brain (PrideArts), White Christmas (Towle Theatre), Cinderella (Metropolis PAC), Carousel (Music Theatre Works), My Fair Lady (Finch Theatrics), Mamma Mia! (BrightSide Theatre); Bright Star (Metamora Opera House). Graduate of the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University and the Second City Chicago Conservatory. Represented by Rock Talent Agency.
Macalan Johnson
Macalan is proud to be performing in 9 to 5 as a student spotlight. Recent credits include Elf (Buddy), Beetlejuice Jr. (Beetlejuice) Little Mermaid (Sebastian), Shrek (Papa Ogre, Papa Bear), Little Shop of Horrors (Orin U/S, Ensemble), Beauty and the Beast (Lumiere). Macalan is a sophomore at Patrick Henry High School and actively involved in theatre productions throughout the valley. He has a passion for musical theatre and is grateful for this student spotlight opportunity. Special thanks to his vocal coach, Mrs. Brynn (SCAPA) and the cast and creative team at MMT for working long after the hours of 9 - 5 to make the magic happen.
Sadie Maguire
Sadie Maguire is a senior theatre major at Hollins University. She has loved getting the chance to be a part of this incredible production! At Hollins, her recent roles include: Emma Perkins and Choreographer in The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals, Lorelei in In Bloom, and The Mouse in Goodnight Moon the Magical Musical. She wants to thank every single person who's brought this show to life! She would also like to thank Matt and Keeley for jumping Sophie's car.
Keeley Morgan
Keeley Morgan is a performer from Panama City, FL and a graduate of the University of West Florida with her BFA in Musical Theatre. She is currently the Company Manager and Social Media Coordinator for MMT. She recently performed with Mill Mountain in their productions of Cabaret (Frenchie), The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley (Mrs. Lambchop), To Kill A Mockingbird (Mayella Ewell), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged (Daniel), Annie (Grace Farrell), Waitress (Choreographer/Ensemble) and A Christmas Story (Miss Shields). She is so excited to be back on MMT's stage and she hopes you all have an amazing time!
Trenyce E.L. Nolan
Trenyce E.L. Nolan is thrilled to be making her Mill Mountain debut. She is a recent graduate with a BFA from the Hartt School. She was recently seen in A Christmas Story at Broadway Palm. As well as directing and choreographing her original play Blackout. She hopes you enjoy the show. Instagram:Trenyce22
Larry Robert Smith III
Larry is elated to be returning for his sixth production with Mill Mountain Theatre in 9 To 5! Though born in Southern California, he spent the latter half of his life pursuing theatre on the East Coast. He holds a BFA in Musical Theatre and a BA in Dance from West Virginia University. Some previous MMT credits include: Bobby (Cabaret), Tom Robinson (To Kill a Mockingbird), Ensemble/Asst. Dance Captain/Fight Captain (Annie). Other credits include: Pabbie/Dance Captain (Frozen), Jonathan Harker (Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors), Ensemble/Asst. Dance Captain (The Wiz), Terpsicore (Xanadu), Ensemble/Asst. Dance Captain (Jesus Christ Superstar; Springer Opera House), Terk (Tarzan), Niko/Asst. Director (The Wizard of Oz; Theatre West Virginia), Quaxo (CATS; The Main Street Theatre Company), Ensemble (Waitress, West Virginia Public Theatre). He dedicates this performance to his proud mother of five boys, Joelle Brock, who has always been his biggest supporter.
Galloway Stevens
Galloway Stevens is a newcomer to the Trinkle stage, but is no stranger to being under the bright lights as he celebrates 30.years of professional acting. He hails from the Asheville area of NC's beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. This will be his fifth production of 9 to 5 portraying the sexist, egotistical... Franklin Hart. Other recent regional credits include Gomez Addams in The Addams Family, Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks in Annie! (Temple Theatre Co.); Bruce Bechdel in Fun Home, Cervantes/Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha (Harlequin Productions); Hector MacQueen in Murder On The Orient Express, Jonathan/Charles Haversham in The Play That Goes Wrong, Gyp DeCarlo in Jersey Boys (Flat Rock Playhouse); Billy Flynn in Chicago!, Aldolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone, Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd (Oregon Cabaret Theatre).
Christina Stroup
Regional Credits: Mamma Mia (Donna), The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Miss Mona), Annie (Miss Hannigan, twice!), The Little Mermaid (Ursula), Always...Patsy Cline (Patsy Cline), Spamalot (Lady of the Lake), Ragtime (Mother), The Great American Trailer Park Musical (Pippi), The Pirates of Penzance (Ruth), Head Over Heels (Gynecia), The Full Monty (Vicki), The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On (Betty Jean; Original Cast Album), Sweet Potato Queens (Floozy Tammy; Original Cast), Bright Star (Alice), Fun Home (Helen), Into The Woods (The Witch), The Addams Family (Alice), Tell Me On A Sunday (Girl), The Wizard of Oz (Wicked Witch), Grease (Rizzo), The Light in the Piazza (Franca), Chicago (Mama Morton), Sweeney Todd(Beggar Woman), Company (Marta), Smokey Joes Cafe (3 times!), Pump Boys & Dinettes (Rhetta Cupp), I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, Guys And Dolls (Sarah). Marc, thank you for believing in me, I love you, I can't wait to marry you. Oscar & Sonia, thank you for making me the happiest bonus mom there is. You make the gloomiest day shine.
Amanda Tong
Amanda Tong is thrilled to be back at MMT. Some of her past regional credits include:THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG (Sandra); WAITRESS(Jenna); MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS (Greta); JERSEY BOYS (Lorraine); A CHORUS LINE (Judy); STEEL MAGNOLIAS (Annelle); CABARET (Lulu); FlatRock Playhouse Christmas; Regional Premiere FLASHDANCE (Gloria); INTO THE WOODS (Cinderella); ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE (Rachel); MAN OF LA MANCHA (Antonia); SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER (Stephanie)*Winner for Most Impressive Actress in a Lead Role; GODSPELL (Robin); MARVELOUS WONDERETTES (Cindy Lou); Regional Premiere ROCK OF AGES (Constance, u/s Sherrie); CRAZY FOR YOU(Polly); I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT NOW CHANGE (Woman 1); DAUGHTER OF SOCIETY (Herself) *New York SummerFest Winner for Best Vocalist in a New Musical. Amanda was a member of the USO Show Troupe where she had the honor and privilege to travel all over the world performing for our troops.To Sean, I love you. Galatians 6:9
Gabrielle Villarreal
Gabrielle Villarreal (she/they) is a Mexican-American performing artist from Austin,Tx based in NYC and a proud member of the Lin-Manuel Miranda Family Fellowship (cohort '24) They are a recent graduate of CAP21 BFA ('24) and have been seen in the worlds of Enmeshment (AMT, Off-Broadway), As I Eat The World (Theatre Row, Off-Broadway) Wizard of Oz (Dutch Apple) In The Heights (Pennsylvania Shakes) Sweet Charity, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Carrie, Rent, As You Like It, In The Heights, Elf (Madison Theatre) and multiple new works at The National Theatre Institute; Eugene O’Neill Theatre Center, RILA/ Trinity Rep, The Bowery Electric, and The Green Room 42. Special shout out to her family and for their fierce and unwavering support, te quiero mucho!
Marci Duncan
Marci J. Duncan is an accomplished actress, educator, and creator of the Artists at Play acting technique, a framework rooted in play, presence, and truthful storytelling. A native of Florida, she has starred in numerous stage productions and independent films and television shows, earning acclaim for her powerful performances. She is known for her work(actor/playwright) in Dissonance: The Play, a thought-provoking production that explores themes of race, identity, and social justice. Duncan is also a dedicated professor of acting at the University of West Florida, where she mentors aspiring performers. With an MFA in Acting, she strives to inspire through her work on stage, screen, and in the classroom, grounding her practice in the Artists at Play technique—where artists lead in love through play.
Garrett Fox Adams
Garrett Adams is a 7th grader at North Cross School. His love for the theatre began in the 4th grade when he auditioned for The Wizard of Oz and was cast as The Wizard. He went on to play Daddy Warbucks in Annie and Niles in Matilda under the direction of Thomas Costello at NCS. Garrett is thrilled to join the Mill Mountain Community this year. When he is not on stage, you'll find him on the baseball field, the basketball court or singing in the choir.
Lorenzo Garcia Albuquerque
Lorenzo Albuquerque is a 7th grader at James Madison Middle School and is so excited to perform in the Trinkle Stage for the first time! He began his stage journey with Mill Mountain Theatre, where he played one of the Moles in A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD. Since then, Lorenzo has brought energy and heart to every performance, including his unforgettable portrayal of Donkey in SHREK Jr. THE MUSICAL with The Stock Academy. Most recently, he took on the role of Jack in INTO THE WOODS Jr. with the James Madison Middle School theater program, showcasing his talent for both comedy and emotion on stage. When he’s not performing, Lorenzo enjoys spending time with friends, playing the guitar, soccer and discovering stories that inspire him to keep growing as an actor. He’s excited for the many adventures—on and off the stage—that lie ahead!
Paige Baako
Paige Baako (Ensemble) is a sixth grader from Roanoke, Virginia, who loves singing, dancing, and acting. A Christmas Story is her very first production, and she couldn’t be more excited to bring some holiday magic to the stage. Offstage, Paige enjoys playing lacrosse, hanging out with her friends, traveling the world with her family, and baking up sweet treats. She’s an avid young baker with a growing collection of favorite recipes! When she grows up, she dreams of exploring the ocean as a marine biologist.
Gabriel Cundiff
Gabriel is super excited to be on the Main Stage at MMT in A Christmas Story! His previous appearances include Shrek Jr. (Thelonius, Dwarf, and Puppeteer). He also performed on the Waldron Stage in Aristocats (Thomas O'Malley). He also enjoyed performing with Virginia Children's Theatre in Junie B. Jones (Mr. Woo and Ensemble), Willy Wonky Jr. (Grandpa George) and in Finding Nemo Jr. (Breeze and Ensemble).
Gabriel would like to thank everyone at MMT for always supporting him and encouraging him to grow as young actor!
Gabriel wants to wish all a Merry Christmas AND "Make sure to Sleigh in everything you do!"
Corrina Drew
Corrina is in 5th grade, and she is overjoyed to make her MMT debut in A Christmas Story! She has performed in various productions around the Roanoke Valley over the last two years. Her favorite previous role was Lucy in The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe at Attic Productions. Corrina is a voracious reader, plays piano and takes dance class. She loves to collect odds and ends and turn them into whimsical creations. She can also be found chasing down anything that flies with a butterfly net! Corrina thanks the whole staff at MMT and especially Ms. Ginger and Ms. Francesca for this amazing opportunity. Happy Holidays! Enjoy the show!!!
Isaiah Alan Garganta Helton
Isaiah Alan Garganta Helton (Age 11) is thrilled to make his Trinkle Main Stage debut at Mill Mountain Theatre in A Christmas Story! A fifth grader at North Cross School, Isaiah has a passion for both history and musical theatre. When he’s not performing, he enjoys building with Legos, exploring the world of Star Wars, and traveling—especially to his favorite destination, New York City! Isaiah also trains in karate and has earned his pre-black belt. He is thankful for his amazing theatre instructors at Mill Mountain Theatre, Virginia Children's Theatre and North Cross School. He would like to thank his mom, Nana, and Ms. Lori for their constant love, encouragement, and support of his acting journey.
Rob Hancock
London: Daddy Long Legs National Tour: Mamma Mia! Off-Broadway: Deadly Stages Mill Mountain Theatre: Bright Star Regional Theater: Utah Shakespeare Festival, Court Theatre, Cincinnati Playhouse, Cleveland Play House, Northlight Theatre, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Westport Country Playhouse, Great River Shakespeare Festival, Theatreworks, Arizona Theatre Company, Rubicon Theatre, Royal Manitoba Theatre, La Mirada, Skylight Music Theatre, Delaware Theatre Company, Hangar Theatre, Laguna Playhouse TV/Film: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Royal Pains, True Blood: Postmortem, Guiding Light, and the leading role in Greenport (Best Actor - NYC Independent Film Festival) Other: soloist with Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra Japan, Metropolitan Festival Orchestra - Singapore, Evergreen Symphony. Also serves as Associate Stage Director of Disney on Classic in Japan
Amanda Lea Mason
Amanda is thrilled to return to MMT to be part of this magical company! Select Theatre: The Elephant Man (Broadway/West End/Williamstown), The Servant of Two Masters (Lanes Coven Theatre Co), The Diary of Anne Frank (MMT), leaves (59E59/Edinburgh Fringe), Hot Fun in the Wintertime (Cherry Lane). Select TV/Film: Three Women (Starz), Paul Schrader’s Oh, Canada. Thanks to Scott for playing my onstage husband and real life fiancé, and thanks to Peanut for joining us in Roanoke! This one is for my very own “mother” and “old man.” www.amandaleamason.com @curlymanders
Bo Jack McNamara
Bo Jack is so excited he can’t put his arms} down!!
Bo Jack can’t wait to ring in the holiday season with you as Randy for MMT’s A Christmas Story! He is a fourth grader and a lover of music and soccer. You may have seen Bo Jack in Shrek, Jr. in MMT’s Summer 2025 production as Baby Bear/Young Shrek. Bo Jack would like to thank the Mill Mountain Theatre education team, his teachers, mentors and family, especially his inspiration, big sis Belle.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!!
Keeley Morgan
Keeley Morgan is a performer from Panama City, FL and a graduate of the University of West Florida with her BFA in Musical Theatre. She is currently the Company Manager and Social Media Coordinator for MMT. She recently performed with Mill Mountain in their productions of Cabaret (Frenchie), The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley (Mrs. Lambchop), To Kill A Mockingbird (Mayella Ewell), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged (Daniel), Annie (Grace Farrell), Waitress (Choreographer/Ensemble) and A Christmas Story (Miss Shields). She is so excited to be back on MMT's stage and she hopes you all have an amazing time!
Brent Saunders
Brent Saunders is a sophomore at Lord Botetourt High School and is thrilled to be returning to the Trinkle Mainstage! Favorite Mill Mountain Theatre credits include Shrek, the musical (Big Bad Wolf), Finding Nemo, Jr. (Grouper/Reef Kid/Moonfish), Matilda, the musical (Eric), and Peter and Wendy (Tootles). Other recent roles include Beetlejuice, Jr. (Adam Maitland), The Little Mermaid (Flounder), Legally Blonde (Chad/Aaron Schultz), Junie B. Jones, Jr. (Herb), Lost in Yonkers (Arty), and Willy Wonka, Jr. (Mike Teavee). Brent would like to thank his friends, family, and everyone at Mill Mountain Theatre for their continuous support! Enjoy the show, and happy holidays!
Paisley Ann Smart
Paisley Smart is a determined and passionate 6th grader who lives her life as if she’s on one big stage. She looks forward to her first role in the production of A Christmas Story
She has participated in dance classes with the YMCA and acting classes with Mill Mountain Theater. She is a current member of the worship team at Grace Covenant Church.
Her skills include art and drawing, quick memorization, physical expression, singing, and leadership skills.
Scott Watson
Brooklyn, NY based actor Scott Watson is delighted to return to the stage for the 10th time at his artistic home-away-from-home Mill Mountain Theatre, and for his third time playing The Old Man in A Christmas Story at MMT.
This production and Mill Mountain Theatre would not be possible without the talent, dedication, and heart of the small but mighty MMT creatives and staff. You make MMT and Southwestern Virginia brighter by keeping professional theatre alive.
Previous shows at Mill Mountain: Waitress, Mamma Mia!, A Christmas Story (2017, 2021), To Kill A Mockingbird, The Diary Of Anne Frank, The Christians, The Putnam County Spelling Bee and The Odd Couple.
Off-Broadway: Drunk Shakespeare (Brass Jar Prod), Taming of the Shrew & Henry V (New York Classical Theatre), Going Once, Laughing Twice (St Luke’s Theatre)
Regional: Othello, Much Ado About Nothing (Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival), Twefth Night, Hamlet, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Midsummer Night’s Dream (Shakespeare on the Sound) Julius Caesar (Teatro Delle Due, prod in Italy.)
Other Credits: Scott Watson and his mustache can be spotted in numerous national commercials currently running including Grammarly, Trolli Gummi Worms, Redfin and Ticketmaster Commercials co-starring his lovely and talented partner Amanda Lea Mason (playing Mom in this production!) and many more.
All my love to my better half and brilliant partner, Amanda, who I’m honored to share the stage with again in this show and to our adorable son Peanut who is weird, wonderful and also a Chihuahua.
Scott holds a BA from Grand Valley State University in his home state of Michigan and *appears courtesy of Actor's Equity Association.
Follow me at @scottymwatson on instagram / tiktok or @scottwatsonactor on Youtube. www.scottymwatson.com
Joe Boover
Joe Boover is thrilled to be making his debut at Mill Mountain, Favorite Past credits include: Guy in Once, Elvis in many productions of M$Q, Proteus in Two Gentlemen of Verona, Frankie in Plaid Tidings, Feste/ Music Director/ Composer for Twefth Night, other Music Director credits include: Phantom Folktales onboard Virgin Voyages and 'The Irish and How They Got That Way' at Playhouse on Park. Joe also co-wrote composed and starred in the multi-award winning musical "The Doormen" which won best production, best score, and best choreography in the New York Theatre Festival 2022.
Joe currently resides in Ireland with his wife when he's not performing regionally in the States. Much love to his family, his new nephew Owen, and the love of his life, Babs <3
Cody Craven
Cody Craven he/him (Carl Perkins) is electrified to be jump back into the blue suede shoes in his MMT debut! This will mark his sixth production of MDQ: The Paramount, Beef & Boards, Suncoast Broadway, ATP (Carl) and Norwegian Cruise Line (Sam Phillips). Away from Sun Studios, Cody is a singer-songwriter, Star Wars aficionado, and thrift store junkie. Non-MDQ credits include 6 x Once: The Musical (Guy, Andrej, Svec), 2 x Kinky Boots (Charlie Price, Harry), 2 x Pump Boys and Dinettes (Jim, Jackson), Les Miserables (Marius), and 5 contracts at sea (Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Oceania). Warmest thanks to Hudson Artists, his mom, sister Hattie, and husky Solo. Now will everyone PLEASE stop stepping on my shoes?! Thank you.
James (J.T.) Thomas Fauber
J.T. has played the drums for 28 MMT shows, starting with the 2009 production of Annie, Jr.
His family (Rachel, Kyle, and Caroline) has also been involved in many MMT shows over the past 26 years.
J.T. earned a degree in Music Management from JMU in 1984. He played professionally at the Kings Dominion
Theme Park and with Commodore Cruise Lines. He currently plays in the First Roanoke Orchestra, the Bedford
Community Orchestra, The Let's Dance Band, The Winds of the Blue Ridge, and the Valley
Chamber Orchestra. He is starting his 38th year with The Boogie Kings, a dixieland group in his hometown of Staunton, VA.
J.T. owns and operates three franchise chains: Sun Tan City, My Salon Suite, and Buff City Soap, and is on the Mill Mountain
Theater board. His favorite show to play was the 2014 MMT production of Children of Eden.
Caroline Hanks
Caroline Hanks is so excited to be making her MMT debut in Million Dollar Quartet! Previous actor-musician credits include Prudie in Pump Boys & Dinettes (Totem Pole Playhouse, Hippodrome Theatre). She has also spent the last few years as a piano bar player on land and at sea alongside her all-time favorite partner and fiancé, Brady Wease.
Education: BFA from University of Utah. www.carolinehanks.com
Jeffrey McGullion
Originally from Los Angeles, Jeffrey has performed throughout the southeast with Barpeg Productions, Barter Theatre, Roanoke Children’s Theatre, Temple Theatre, Texas Shakespeare Festival, Wohlfahrt Haus, The Barn Dinner Theatres, and as co-founder of the Roanoke Valley Shakespeare Festival. Previous Mill Mountain Theatre credits include FDR in Annie, Herr Schultz/Max in Cabaret, JD in Escape to Margaritaville, Walter in Elf the Musical, Daddy Murphy in Bright Star, Clown 1 in The 39 Steps, Felix in The Odd Couple, Wilbur in Hairspray, and Mr. Dussel in The Diary Of Anne Frank. Other favorite roles include Prof. Moriarty in the regional premiere of Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Jersey Lily and Louie in Lost in Yonkers. He is a Cum Laude graduate of the University of Georgia Theatre Department.
Jason Curtis Rivera
Jason Curtis Rivera (He/Him) is an NJ based composer and musician, known for his work on original musicals like “Late Night: The Musical”, "Tales From The Arabian Mice" and "RAANAP: The Musical", as well as contributions to short films including “Double Date”, "Lemons for Victor", and "Butterfly Effect", and the series "Black Widow Brigade”.
He is a multi-instrumentalist guitarist, bassist, and performer who has lent his talents to productions such as “A Charlie Brown Christmas Special Live!” National Tour, “Local Singles” Off Broadway, “Hootenanny Tonight!: A Folk Music Experience” Off-Off Broadway, “Annie” at Axelrod Performing Arts Center, and "Million Dollar Quartet" at Arizona Broadway Theatre as well as over 40 other shows across the United States.
He is a graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey and a student of the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theater Workshop.
Zachary Tate
Zachary Tate is proud to be making his Mill Mountain Theatre debut! This is his 12th production of Million Dollar Quartet. A native of Savannah, Ga, Zachary is a graduate of the University of Georgia, where he received degrees in theatre and journalism. Recent: Million Dollar Quartet (The Savannah Theatre, SLO Rep, Temple Theatre, Apex Touring), Million Dollar Quartet Christmas (New Stage Theatre, Timberlake Playhouse), Ring of Fire, Bright Star, Big Fish, Pump Boys & Dinettes (MOMO), Featured Actor with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. Forever blessed to share the story of Sun Records with another community.
Brady Wease
Brady Wease is very excited to return to MMT and to be back in Sun Records! Previous credits: Multiple productions of Million Dollar Quartet all across the country (Theatre Aspen, STAGES St. Louis, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Totem Pole Playhouse, Florida Repertory Theatre, The Hippodrome, Mill Mountain Theatre, etc.) Other Actor-Musician shows (Murder For Two, Pump Boys & Dinettes, MDQX) He also works as a piano bar player alongside his fiancé and piano bar partner, Caroline Hanks.
Em Barbra
Em Barbra is an upcoming senior at Glenvar high-school. Her favorite roles have been Mama Morton / Emcee (Chicago) and Scuttle (The Little Mermaid Jr.). She is excited to play Mama Ogre and would like to thank her mom for always supporting her ambitions.
Megan Elizabeth Corbett
Megan Corbett is a rising 9th grader at Salem High. Her favorite credits include In Bloom (Eileen), Into the woods (Little red, Witch), Sound of Music (Gretel), High School Musical (Kylsee), Chysailais (Little Mirage),Finding Nemo jr (Eel, Damsel fish, Moon fish) and most recently she was in Frozen jr (Young Anna). She is excited to return to Mill Mountain theater. She is also an active participant in Mill Mountain Conservetory. She wants to thank Mill Mountain for letting her have another amazing summer and for supporting her throughout the whole process!
Gabriel Cundiff
Gabriel is a rising 5th grader at Community School. Some of his past appearances include "You're a mean one" (Max the Dog), "Finding Nemo, Jr." (Breeze), Willy Wonka, Jr. (Grandpa George), and "Aristocats" (Thomas O' Malley). He would like to thank Ms. Francesca for offering him his first role on the main stage in "Shrek" and for always being proud of him. He would also like to thank Ms. Cindy and Ms. Bethany for being amazing music teachers at MMT!
Drew D’Alessandro
Drew D'Alessandro is excited to be back on the main stage with Mill Mountain. His most recent Mill Mountain credits include: Peter and the Starcatcher (Boy, Peter), Finding Nemo Jr. (Gill, Ensemble), Elf (Charlie, Ensemble, Michael u/s), and Matilda (Tommy, Ensemble). Other favorite credits include: James and the Giant Peach (James), A Christmas Story (Schwartz), Little Women (Laurie), and many more. Drew is a rising sophomore at CSHS where he is active in the drama program. He encourages everyone to "never grow up", and hopes you enjoy the show.
Kylie Isabelle Duke
Kylie Duke is so excited to make her Mainstage debut! Previous roles of hers include Ariel (The Little Mermaid Jr.), Belle (Beauty and the Beast), Elsa (Frozen Kids), Nala (Lion King Jr.), and many more! She would also love to give thanks to her mom, family and friends, and Mill Mountain Theater for giving her this opportunity. Enjoy the show!
Violet Farmer
Violet Farmer is delighted to return to the Trinkle stage for her fourth production. Violet is a 9th grader at Salem High School. Her favorite credits include Ariel (The Little Mermaid Jr), Chum (Finding Nemo Jr), Tessie (Annie), and North Pole Elf (Elf the Musical). Violet is an accomplished singer, composer and pianist who has been recognized for her original music in MTNA and Virginia PTA Reflections. Violet’s favorite hobbies are reading, cheerleading, singing and playing piano. She hopes that Pinocchio and the fairy tale creatures inspire you to let your freak flag fly! Violet wishes to thank her mom for driving her everywhere, Bethany Costello, her family, and the whole team at MMT for believing in her. Follow Violet on Instagram @violetwfarmer
Autumn Farmer
Autumn Farmer is thrilled to return to the Trinkle Stage for Shrek! Autumn is a rising 6th grader at Andrew Lewis Middle. Her favorite credits include playing Annie (Annie), Nemo (Finding Nemo Jr), a North Pole Elf (Elf the Musical), Captain Hook (Peter Pan Jr) and Miss Hannigan (Annie Jr). When she’s not on stage, Autumn is a competitive gymnast, dancer, and artist. Autumn would like to thank the amazing staff and creatives at MMT, Jorie and Tori for their vision and direction of Shrek, and her family for supporting her growth as a performer. Follow Autumn’s professional journey on Instagram @autumnrosefarmer
Emma Harvey
Emma is beyond excited to be returning to the Trinkle Mainstage for her eighth and final youth production with Mill Mountain Theatre! Some of her favorite credits include Matilda (Miss Honey), Annie (July), Finding Nemo JR. (Coral/Breeze/Eel), The Addams Family (Wednesday), and The Sound of Music (Marta). She has been a student with MMT Conservatory for seven years and is a member of the Student Advisory Board. Emma is a recent graduate of Blacksburg High School, where she was a 4-year member of the Madrigal Singers. When not performing, she enjoys reading, writing, recording audiobooks, playing piano, and spending time with her cat. This fall, she will be attending James Madison University to pursue a Bachelor of Music in Voice with a concentration in Music Theatre. She would like to thank MMT and ALL of her teachers (past and present) for believing in her and inspiring her to follow her passions.
Naomi Jeffers
Naomi Jeffers is thrilled to be making her Mill Mountain Theatre debut as the Dragon in Shrek the Musical TYA! She’s incredibly excited to bring this larger-than-life character to the stage. Some of her favorite recent roles include Mrs. Peacock in Clue, Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast, and Junie B. Jones in Junie B. Jones Jr. Naomi hopes everyone enjoys the show as much as she’s loved being a part of it. She sends a huge thank you to her family and friends for their constant love and support!
Macalan Johnson
Bo Jack McNamara
Bo Jack is thrilled to be a part of Shrek the Musical at Mill Mountain Theater! This is Bo Jack’s Mill Mountain Theatre debut! His favorite past role is Michael Darling in Peter Pan, Jr.
Bo Jack would like to send special thanks to Mill Mountain Theatre for this opportunity! Thank you also to Ms. Brynn and his family for supporting him. Thank you to his amazing teacher, big sister, Belle, and his super-cool mentor along the way, Calan Johnson. "What makes us special, makes us strong!"
Belle McNamara
Belle McNamara is a rising 8th grader at North Cross School. Belle has performed in over twenty productions in the Roanoke Valley. Recently, you may have seen Belle as "Annie" for Mill Mountain Theatre's holiday production, "Lavender" in Matilda the Musical at her school and in Little Leapers “The Wicked”. Belle is a member of the International Thespian Society and Mill Mountain Theatre’s Conservatory. Belle is so excited to be in this fun show, and hopes you enjoy watching all of us on the “Big, Bright, Beautiful” STAGE!
Emily Mower
Emily is a rising 10th grader who is thrilled to be back on stage this summer! She enjoys all things theatre, as well as playing volleyball, dancing, and getting lost in a good book. She is a member of the MMT Conservatory Program and a few of her favorite past roles include Elf, The Musical (Elf/Ensemble), Legally Blonde Jr. (Pilar), A Christmas Story (Helen Weathers), Finding Nemo Jr. (Ensemble), High School Musical Jr. (Sharpay), and Frozen Jr. (Young Elsa). Emily would like to give thanks to her parents for being her biggest fans (and chauffers). Sit back and enjoy the show!
Riley Parks
Riley Parks is a 10th grader at Patrick Henry High School and has done over 20 shows across the Roanoke Valley. Some of her favorite roles include Young Allison(Fun Home), Audrey 2(Little Shop of Horrors), Scuttle(Little Mermaid Jr), Helen Keller(The Miracle Worker), and Pepper(Annie). Riley loves to play piano and guitar, write music, and dance. She is thrilled to be a part of Shrek at Mill Mountain Theatre and hopes you enjoy the show!!! Visit rileyparkstheatre.com for more information.
Sharv Brijesh Patel
Sharv is a 15 year old who is a student at Cave Spring High School. He has been in multiple musicals including Shrek Jr and The Lion King Jr. He is also involved in choir and has been to multiple district and state level events for choir. He enjoys acting and singing. He also enjoys track and field and piano. In piano he participated in the national guild program.
William Remley Richardson
William Richardson is a graduate from Cave Spring High School and Burton Center of Performing Arts. He is a dedicated student of Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory and is apart of the Student Advisory Board. Some of William’s favorite credits include Grover in The Lightning Thief A Percy Jackson Musical (Cave Spring and Hidden Valley High School’s), Billy Flynn in Chicago and Jessie Tuck in Tuck Everlasting (Burton Center for Performing Arts), Ryan/Coach Bolton in High School Musical Teen Edition and Homer Zuckerman (Mill Mountain Theatre). William would like to thank his chosen family for their endless love and support. Thank you and enjoy the show!
Emily Riggins-Begeman
Emily is thrilled to be making her stage debut in Shrek the Musical! A 10-year-old with a big voice and an even bigger imagination, she loves singing, dancing, and bringing characters to life. When she's not guarding towers or singing fiery songs, she enjoys reading, video games, and spending time with her friends and family. She thanks her director, castmates, and family for their love and support on this magical adventure!
Eva Rose Lucille Sarver-Wolf
Eva Rose is starting her senior year at Community High School, and is so excited to be back on stage with Mill Mountain Theatre! Shrek will be her fourth production with MMT, as well as being a part of the Conservatory Program. Her favorites of her past credits include Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family, Helena in A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Duffy in Annie. She is greatly looking forward to bringing this well-loved story to life during her last year with Mill Mountain Theatre.
Brent Saunders
Brent Saunders is a rising sophomore at Lord Botetourt High School. He is thrilled to be returning to Mill Mountain Theatre’s mainstage in Shrek the Musical as the Big Bad Wolf! Most recent credits include MMT’s Finding Nemo Jr. (Grouper/Moonfish), Matilda (Eric), Peter and Wendy (Tootles), VCT’s Legally Blonde Jr. (Chad/Aaron Schultz), Junie B. Jones Jr. (Herb), Willy Wonka (Mike Teavee), LBHS’s The Little Mermaid (Flounder), and Showtimers’ Lost in Yonkers (Arty). When Brent isn’t singing, acting, or dancing, he enjoys spending time outside, hanging out with friends and family, and playing with animals. He would like to thank his family, friends, and teachers for always encouraging him! He hopes you enjoy the show!!
Abigail Elaine Shepard
Abigail is a straight A /Honors Student from Bedford, Va who attends Liberty High school where she is active in her high school choir, thespian society/theater, and was a cheerleader. On top of all that, she is not new to the stage she has been singing , doing pageants, and dancing competitively, winning many awards and titles, since the age of 1, mostly at Forest Dance Academy where she studios and competes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Acro, Contemporary, Modern, Hiphop, and Musical Theater. She became interested in Theater in Middle school and has in starred in Mary Poppins as The Ballerina Doll/ Understudy to Jane Banks. Pepper/ Annie Understudy in Annie Warbucks. Middle Anna in Frozen, Timon in the Lion King, and many other roles in plays. She plans to study theater, music education, and dance in college and is excited to be debuting at Mill Mountain.
Braelyn Grace Skelton
Braelyn Skelton is a rising Junior at Northside High School. This is her second Main Stage production with Mill Mountain. She is apart of Kevin Jones Performing Arts Studio, Mill Mountain Conservatory, and Dances at Little Leapers. Favorite credits include The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre), Six: Teen Edition (Anna of Cleves), Legally Blonde Jr. (Brooke Wyndham), and Finding Nemo Jr. (Ensemble/Dory US). She would love to thank her friends and family for supporting her!
Natalie Thorell
Natalie is thrilled to be back on the Trinkle Mainstage at Mill Mountain Theatre! She is a Rising 9th grader at Hidden Valley High School. Her most recent MMT performance was in Peter and the Starcatcher (Molly Aster). Some of her favorite MMT credits include Annie, The Musical (Kate/Servant/Dance Captain/Swing), Finding Nemo, Jr. (Peach/Dance Captain, Swing), Elf, The Musical (Tiara/Swing), Matilda, The Musical (Hortensia/Dance Ensemble), The Sound of Music (Gretl Von Trapp). Natalie is a member of the Kevin Jones Performing Arts Studio, MMT Conservatory, Divine Dance Center, and the HVHS Vocal Ensemble. She is very grateful for this opportunity and wants you to remember that “What makes you special, makes you strong.”
Charlie Villier
A rising 7th grader at Community School of Roanoke, Charlie is very exicted for her first production on MMT's Trinkle Mainstage. Some favorite credits include Lady of the Lake in Spam-a-Lot Young at Part, Lavender in Matilda the Musical, Jr. (Community School Middle School), Sebastian in Little Mermaid, Jr. (MMT), and Toto in The Wizard of Oz (Attic Productions). Charlie has trained with MMT Conservatory and Brynn Scozzari Studios (SCAPA). In her spare time, Charlie enjoys drawing, writing short stories and playing Roblox. Charlie would like to thank Melanie Fox & Kim Mucha from CSMS, Ms. Brynn for audition prep constant encouragement, the whole MMT team for giving her this opportunity, and her mom and dad for continued support and sacrifice to pursue her love of theatre.
Hollis Yardley
Hollis is thrilled to be making her MMT debut! Previous roles include Peter Pan (Peter Pan, Jr.) and Lily St. Regis (Annie, Jr.) at North Cross School. She'd like to thank her friends and family for their love and support.
Eli Riederich
Eli is a California native, Virginia-based theatre practitioner who graduated with their BA in Theatre and Environmental Studies, with certificates in Arts Management and Batten Leadership. Eli is also a graduate of the Stella Adler Art of Acting Studio, and is currently pursuing their MA in New Play Development from Hollins. Since receiving their degree in theatre, Eli has served as the Education Associate at Virginia Children’s Theatre and Teaching Artist for Smith Mountain Lake Good Neighbors, bringing theatre education to students who don’t have access all over Virginia! In the past few years, Eli has participated in a variety of jobs around MMT, including but not limited to: Teaching Artist, Stage Manager, and Wardrobe Runner. Additionally, Eli directs, writes plays, and acts; favorite credits include What’s Haunting You by David Veatch (Director) and Frieda by ArLynn Parker (Actor).
Autumn Farmer
Autumn is excited to be debuting a new skill as spotlight operator for MMT. Autumn is a 6th grader at Andrew Lewis Middle School and loves all things theatre. Her favorite acting credits include playing Annie (Annie), Nemo (Finding Nemo Jr), Miss Hannigan (Annie Jr), Matilda (Matilda Jr), and Captain Hook (Peter Pan Jr). When she’s not on stage, Autumn is a competitive gymnast, dancer, and artist. She loves shining a light on all of the amazing performers on stage for The Lightning Thief!*
Bethany Costello
Bethany Costello is a Roanoke-based Music Director, Educator and Theatre Artist. A BFA Musical Theatre Graduate of the SC School of the Arts and the proud Conservatory Music Director at Mill Mountain Theatre, Bethany loves sharing her passion for joy-centered, accessible performing arts locally and nationally. This passion has led her to working on regional premiers, national tours and creating with companies such as The REV Theatre Company, The Kennedy Center, Florida Repertory Theatre, Mill Mountain Theatre, Virginia Children’s Theatre, Lexington Children’s Theatre, Missoula Children’s Theatre, CentreStage and Anderson University. Favorite creative team credits include: MATILDA, FINDING NEMO JR., TUCK EVERLASTING, ANNIE JR., SISTER ACT, SHE LOVES ME and every Musical Theatre Conservatory Class she has been blessed to teach at Mill Mountain Theatre. Bethany hopes to empower students of all ages and backgrounds by listening to their stories, equipping them with new tools to effectively engage with others and reminding them of their greatest power: themselves.
Francesca Reilly
Francesca Reilly is a performer and educator whose love for theatre began at 9 years old. A Northern Virginian turned Roanoke native, Francesca moved to the Star City after graduating with her Bachelor’s in Music and now holds her Master’s in Music Education. Since graduating, she has had the privilege of touring with the state children’s theatres of Virginia and North Carolina. Some of her favorite acting credits include Junie B. Jones (Junie), Goodnight Moon (Mouse), and Mill Mountain’s educational tour Stellaluna (Pinduli). Francesca also has the privilege of serving as MMT’s Director of Education, teaching the talented upcoming stars of the Valley. Francesca would like to thank the cast, crew, staff, as well as her friends and family for all their love and continuous support, with extra love sent out to Kipp and KJ.
Keeley Morgan
Keeley Morgan is a performer from Panama City, FL and a graduate of the University of West Florida with her BFA in Musical Theatre. She is currently the Company Manager and Social Media Coordinator for MMT. She recently performed with Mill Mountain in their productions of Cabaret (Frenchie), The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley (Mrs. Lambchop), To Kill A Mockingbird (Mayella Ewell), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged (Daniel), Annie (Grace Farrell), Waitress (Choreographer/Ensemble) and A Christmas Story (Miss Shields). Asst. Directing and Choreographing The Lightning Thief has been a dream and she couldn’t be more proud of all the hard work the students and the production team have put into this production. She hopes you all enjoy the show!
Matt Shields
Matt Shields is an accomplished arts leader and theatre professional, currently serving as the Executive Director of Mill Mountain Theatre in Roanoke, Virginia. A graduate of Radford University, Shields has built his career through a wide range of hands-on roles at Mill Mountain Theatre, including Carpenter, Designer, Costume Shop Manager, Technical Director, Director of Production, and Company Manager. This breadth of experience has given him a deep understanding of both the artistic and operational sides of regional theatre.
In addition to his leadership at Mill Mountain Theatre, Shields serves as the Vice Chair of the Professional Division of the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC), where he contributes to the advancement of theatre professionals across the region. He has worked in a variety of theatrical roles around the country, bringing a broad perspective to his work, but is proud to now call Roanoke home.
Under his leadership, Mill Mountain Theatre continues to thrive as a cultural cornerstone, known for its professional productions and commitment to arts education. In recognition of his impact and leadership, Shields was named to Virginia Business Magazine’s “30 Under 30” list in 2025.
Savannah Woodruff
Savannah Woodruff was born and raised in Southern Pines, North Carolina, where she was encouraged to become involved in technical theatre in high school. Savannah is a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and received a BFA in Technical Production. Prior to joining the Mill Mountain Theatre staff, she worked as a member of Weston Playhouse Theatre Company’s Intern Company. Savannah is grateful for the support of her family (and especially her cats) in her endeavors, and is thrilled to be able to continue working and growing with Mill Mountain Theatre.
Erin Alexis Markham
Erin is a Roanoke native with a lifelong passion for the theatre. She graduated summa cum laude from Radford University with a B.S. in Theatre and an emphasis in Stage Management. Along with stage managing several productions and student projects at Radford, Erin worked as a House Manager, Box Office Assistant, and an Assistant to the Chair. Her most recent work includes Production Stage Manager for Mill Mountain Theatre’s productions of 9 to 5 the Musical and A Christmas Story and Assistant Stage Manager for MMT’s productions Million Dollar Quartet, Waitress, and Annie. She is thrilled to be back to run the spotlight for her second concert with Mill Mountain and hopes you boogie-woogie thenight away with us!
Kamryn Lee Cox
Kamryn is so excited to be a spot operator for That's So 70's! Kamryn loves tech and has done it for many shows, including Christmas Story at MMT and Million Dollar Quartet at MMT! Kamryn is the Assistant Stage Manager for Percy Jackson and the Lightning Theif right now! Make sure to come see it! Enjoy the show!
Trenten Woods
Trenten Woods has spent most of his life just outside of Richmond, Virginia. Prior to coming to Mill Mountain, He graduated from Longwood University in 2021 with a B.A. in Theatre. Besides this, Trenten has worked professionally as a carpenter both in and out of the theatre. He would like to thank his family for their support. Trenten is super excited to join the Mill Mountain team and continue to work and grow.
Matt Shields
Matt Shields is an accomplished arts leader and theatre professional, currently serving as the Executive Director of Mill Mountain Theatre in Roanoke, Virginia. A graduate of Radford University, Shields has built his career through a wide range of hands-on roles at Mill Mountain Theatre, including Carpenter, Designer, Costume Shop Manager, Technical Director, Director of Production, and Company Manager. This breadth of experience has given him a deep understanding of both the artistic and operational sides of regional theatre.
In addition to his leadership at Mill Mountain Theatre, Shields serves as the Vice Chair of the Professional Division of the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC), where he contributes to the advancement of theatre professionals across the region. He has worked in a variety of theatrical roles around the country, bringing a broad perspective to his work, but is proud to now call Roanoke home.
Under his leadership, Mill Mountain Theatre continues to thrive as a cultural cornerstone, known for its professional productions and commitment to arts education. In recognition of his impact and leadership, Shields was named to Virginia Business Magazine’s “30 Under 30” list in 2025.
Savannah Woodruff
Savannah was born and raised in Southern Pines, North Carolina but is happy to now consider Roanoke, Virginia their home. They are a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where they recieved a BFA in Technical Production. Since joining the staff of Mill Mountain Theatre, Savannah has served in a variety of roles, most recently becoming the Director of Production. Savannah is grateful for the never-ending support of their partner and their family (and their cats) in their endeavors, and for the trust placed in them by MMT.
Erin Alexis Markham
This is Erin Alexis Markham’s debut as an Equity PSM for a musical. Erin is a Roanoke native with a lifelong passion for the theatre. She graduated summa cum laude from Radford University with a B.S. in Theatre and an emphasis in Stage Management. Along with stage managing several productions and student projects at Radford, Erin worked as a House Manager, Box Office Assistant, and an Assistant to the Chair. Her most recent work includes Production Stage Manager for Mill Mountain Theatre’s productions of A Christmas Story and Assistant Stage Manager for MMT’s productions Million Dollar Quartet, Waitress, and Annie. She is incredibly proud of all the hard work this company put into making this production and hopes you enjoy the show!
Derek Nash
Derek Nash has been playing trumpet for more than forty years and is excited to make his musical‑pit debut. He served as a trumpet section leader in the University of Texas Longhorn Band, where he developed a strong foundation in ensemble leadership and musical precision. Over the years, he has performed with seven community wind bands across six states, appearing as a featured soloist on both trumpet and flugelhorn. His musical journey has included concert halls, outdoor festivals, and collaborations with musicians from a wide range of backgrounds.
Lori Wingo
Michael McCrary
Michael McCrary is an International creative based in New York City. Owner of M23 Productions. He has Creative Directed, Directed, Produced, and Choreographed over 80 digital videos that have reached millions of views collectively across Instagram and Youtube. His passion for creation runs deep. He loves working with all kinds of artists, dancers, movers, musicians, brands, to create work that showcases the talents and uniqueness that exist in all of us. His work has been featured on the CW (Hollywood Christmas Parade - Ava Della Pietra - Reindeer Rebellion), KTLA, Tamron Hall, and Netflix (Owning Manhattan, Season 2). He has worked creatively with Chloe Tucker Caine/Ryan Serhant (Owning Manhattan Season 2 - Netflix/World of Wonder), Todrick Hall (first AD on ICON), RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 and 17 contestants Plasma, Sapphira Cristal, Suzie Toot (Bloody Mary, DROMP, ENOUGH, DISEASE, the CRISTAL BALL North American Tour), Ava Della Pietra, Ricky Asch, and Omar Jose Cardona (the VOICE Season 22). As a choreographer he has worked for Declan Weir Productions (TD Bank Award Show 2023-2026), Metropolis Productions (Mary Kay Award Show 2023-2025), Hasbro (Littlest Pet Shop Global Campaign), Basic Fun!, Toys R Us, Macy’s, RWS Global (MSC, Iberostar), and Little House on the Ferry, Off-Broadway, 2024. M23 Productions creates custom digital content, live events, and stage shows for various artists and brands both nationally and internationally. Michael is a guest faculty member at the world-renowned Broadway Dance Center, NYC.
Michael McCrary
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Michael Havens
Havens regularly performs with professional ensembles as an acoustic guitar soloist, rock guitarist in local groups, is heard as a member of the classical guitar and flute duo Con Eleganza with Julee Hickcox, and often appears as guitarist and bassist for Roanoke's professional Mill Mountain Theater. Mike Havens also performs as the “Electric Santa” for the popular Roanoke Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops and its musical tour of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.
Born and raised in Roanoke, Havens received his first guitar at the age of 12 and began studies with guitarist Tim Martin and later classical training with Craig Sams. He attended Radford University, studying classical guitar under the direction of Dr. Robert Trent. Havens was awarded a full scholarship toward a M.M. in classical guitar performance with Clare Callahan at the prestigious University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music.
In 2001, Havens returned to Roanoke and began teaching guitar studies at Radford University, Emory and Henry College, Sweet Briar College, Randolph-Macon College, and Lynchburg College. In 2008, he was offered a full-time position at Patrick Henry High School in Roanoke where he continues to teach guitar class/studies for all levels, as well as Electronic Music/Audio Production.
Samuel Wood
I am a sound designer and engineer based in Lynchburg, Virginia with extensive experience in theatrical audio and live production. I graduated from Radford University, where I designed and engineered sound for every main-stage production produced by the university while I was there. I also worked on many regional productions, building a strong foundation in mixing, wireless microphone systems, cueing software, and both digital and analog soundboards. For the past two years, I have worked at Mill Mountain Theatre, where I have built sets for every show and run the sound board for all performances. I am known for being reliable, detail-oriented, and collaborative, and I bring a practical, well-rounded approach to creating clear, impactful sound and supporting high-quality live theatre.
Matt Shields
Matt Shields is an accomplished arts leader and theatre professional, currently serving as the Executive Director of Mill Mountain Theatre in Roanoke, Virginia. A graduate of Radford University, Shields has built his career through a wide range of hands-on roles at Mill Mountain Theatre, including Carpenter, Designer, Costume Shop Manager, Technical Director, Director of Production, and Company Manager. This breadth of experience has given him a deep understanding of both the artistic and operational sides of regional theatre.
In addition to his leadership at Mill Mountain Theatre, Shields serves as the Vice Chair of the Professional Division of the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC), where he contributes to the advancement of theatre professionals across the region. He has worked in a variety of theatrical roles around the country, bringing a broad perspective to his work, but is proud to now call Roanoke home.
Under his leadership, Mill Mountain Theatre continues to thrive as a cultural cornerstone, known for its professional productions and commitment to arts education. In recognition of his impact and leadership, Shields was named to Virginia Business Magazine’s “30 Under 30” list in 2025.
Mohin Riego de Dios
Mo Riego de Dios is thrilled to be part of 9 to 5 at Mill Mountain Theatre! Previous MMT credits include: Flat Stanley and Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus as Touring SM, Shrek TYA and Natural Shocks as PSM, and A Christmas Story as ASM. He would like to thank everyone involved in the production for their work and his family and friends for their continued support!
Erin Alexis Markham
Erin Markham is a Roanoke native with a lifelong passion for the theatre. She graduated summa cum laude from Radford University with a B.S. in Theatre and an emphasis in Stage Management. Along with stage managing several productions and student projects at Radford, Erin worked as a House Manager, Box Office Assistant, and an Assistant to the Chair. Her most recent work includes Assistant Stage Manager for Mill Mountain Theatre’s productions of Waitresss, Annie, Cabaret, Escape to Margaritaville, and Elf.
Maggz Day
Maggz (She/He) is currently a Sophomore at Hollins University in Roanoke VA (USA)
and is pursuing a Bachelors in Theatre and Film. She grew up in Williamsburg, VA and
graduated high school a year early to further her higher education. Her acceptance to
Hollins University at 16 has pushed her to learn and grow more than ever in the past
two years.
Maggz' focus is mainly in Stage Management and Production. Since starting at Hollins,
she has had the opportunity to work as an organizer at the Virginia Theatre Association
Conference as well as intern at Mill Mountain Theatre in Roanoke. She's won awards in
playwriting with the Virginia Theatre Association and was also a State Qualifier in the
2024 Virginia High School Forensics League (public speaking). Her play Ghastly
Alibi was produced in Williamsburg and debuted on stage in 2023. She is also proudly a
member of the Hollins Chapter of Alpha Psi Omega.
Her passions for production stand alongside her love for acting. Most recently Maggz
has performed in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Mitch
Mahoney), Matilda (Trunchbull Understudy), A Charlie Brown Christmas (Charlie
Brown), Eurydice (Nasty Man/Child/Ruler of the Underworld), Clue (Cook
Understudy), Dunegon&d: Burglars, Bastards, and Benny (Hedical Halpractice), The Guy
Who Didn't Like Musicals (Ted), Seven (Abused Woman), and Seed (Holler).
As a filmmaker Maggz is working with Early Dystopian, an Indie Film Company based in
France. She has been their Marketing Director and Website Designer since July of
2025.
In 2025 she went with members of the Hollins Theatre Department to the Edinburgh
Fringe Festival where she found a desire to produce her own fringe piece. With help
from peers, faculty, and industry professionals she has created Great Dayne
Productions and will be returning to Scotland in 2026 with Seed.
Trenten Woods
Trenten Woods has spent most of his life just outside of Richmond, Virginia. Prior to coming to Mill Mountain, He graduated from Longwood University in 2021 with a B.A. in Theatre. Besides this, Trenten has worked professionally as a carpenter both in and out of the theatre. He would like to thank his family for their support. Trenten is super excited to join the Mill Mountain team and continue to work and grow.
Ginger Poole
Ginger Poole is a proud member of Actor’s Equity Association and an Associate member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Union. She has studied, taught, choreographed, and performed throughout the U.S. She has worked in GA, HI, FL, MS, SC and VA with, Theatre in the Square, The Alliance City Series, Theatre Gael, Synchronicity Performance Group-GA, Mill Mountain Theatre-VA and SC Children’s Theatre. Originally from Atlanta, she has worked with the N.F.L. and The Atlanta Falcons as their director and choreographer and The Atlanta Opera. Prior to coming to Mill Mountain Theatre, she was based out of North Carolina where she has worked with Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina, in over 25 productions. She was a part of the Education program at Flat Rock Playhouse for 5 years where she taught for their Apprentice Companies and their Conservatory Program in Acting, Dance, and Musical Theatre. Ginger has taught at The University of Southern Mississippi, Western Carolina University, William Carey College, Mississippi University for Women, and currently teaches at Hollins University. With Ginger’s strong background in dance she finds herself not only acting and dancing on stage but also directing the choreography and classroom skills for her students. Ginger holds her M.F.A. in Acting Performance from the University of Southern Mississippi and continues to teach acting and dance. She has worked with students that range in age from kindergarten through professionals.
Ginger has worked in commercials, voice-overs, film, stage, and the classroom, and was profiled in the book FIRESTARTERS as “the actor”.
Ginger serves on the following Board of Directors: South Eastern Theatre Conference (SETC Secretary, Second Term), Junior League of the Roanoke Valley (Past President and Current Nominating Committee, Second Term), Burton Performing Arts Advisory Board, The Roanoke City Public Schools Education Foundation, and she has served on the Review Panel for theVirginia Commission for the Arts. She was the recipient of the DePaul’s Women of Achievement Award in the Arts in 2013 and was named the 2016 Kendig Award recipient for Individual Artist. Ginger is also a guest host with WSLS, the NBC affiliate, Daytime Blue Ridge television show, and is the host of the new Mill Mountain Theatre Podcast, Meet Me at Mill Mountain. She is very proud to be a member of the Mill Mountain Theatre team and looks forward to its continued growth, success, and artistic influence in the region.
Erin Alexis Markham
Erin Markham is a Roanoke native with a lifelong passion for the theatre. She graduated summa cum laude from Radford University with a B.S. in Theatre and an emphasis in Stage Management. Along with stage managing several productions and student projects at Radford, Erin worked as a House Manager, Box Office Assistant, and an Assistant to the Chair. Her most recent work includes Assistant Stage Manager for Mill Mountain Theatre’s productions of Million Dollar Quartet, Waitress, and Annie. Erin is honored to be earning her first Equity Production Stage Manager credit with this returning production, marking her 4th season with Mill Mountain. Starting her Mill Mountain career as Run Crew for A Christmas Story in 2021, this process has been her dream come true.
Samuel Jude Wood
Samuel Wood is from West Monroe Louisiana and is a graduate of Radford University. Throughout his studies, he designed sound for several productions at Radford University including recent productions like Rainbow Fish: The Musical, Much Ado, and Silent Sky. He also designed scenic for productions like Red Light Winter and Cows Don’t Fly and Other Known Facts. He is currently working as a production assistant, as well as, a sound and set designer. He would like to thank all his family and friends who have supported him in pursuing his passion for theatre.
Mohin Riego de Dios
Mo Riego de Dios is thrilled to be part of 9 to 5 at Mill Mountain Theatre! Previous MMT credits include: Flat Stanley and Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus as Touring SM, Shrek TYA and Natural Shocks as PSM, and A Christmas Story as ASM. He would like to thank everyone involved in the production for their work and his family and friends for their continued support!
Ginger Poole
Ginger Poole Avis has been in the non-profit sector for over 25 years. She was the Producing Artistic Director for the professional regional theatre, Mill Mountain Theatre, for 18 years and is still involved with them as a guest director, season casting and a resource. She has served on many Boards locally and nationally including: Past President of the Junior League of Roanoke Valley, Past President of the Southeastern Theatre Conference (National), Past President of Crystal Spring Elementary School PTA, Roanoke Valley Garden Club (Associate Member of 10 years), MS Society Dinner of Champions (Co-Chair and Past Honoree), Burton Performing Arts Advisory Board, The Roanoke City Public Schools Education Foundation, and she has served on the Review Panel for the Virginia Commission for the Arts. Ginger currently serves on the following Boards of Directors: Junior League of Roanoke Valley (VP of Fund Development), The Shenandoah Club (Current President), Second Presbyterian Church Session Member, James Madison Middle School PTA (Current President), Southeastern Theatre Conference (Current VP of Finance), and The Tudor House.
She has studied, taught, choreographed, and performed throughout the U.S. Originally from South Carolina and growing up in Atlanta, she has worked with the N.F.L. and The Atlanta Falcons as their director and choreographer, and The Atlanta Opera. Before coming to Mill Mountain Theatre, she was based out of North Carolina, where she has worked with Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina in over 25 productions. Ginger has taught at The University of Southern Mississippi, Western Carolina University, William Carey College, Mississippi University for Women, and currently teaches at Hollins University. Ginger holds her M.F.A. in Acting Performance from the University of Southern Mississippi and continues to teach acting and dance. Ginger has worked in commercials, voice-overs, film, stage, and the classroom, and was profiled in the book FIRESTARTERS as “the actor”.
She was the recipient of DePaul’s Women of Achievement Award in the Arts in 2013 and was named the 2016 Kendig Award recipient for Individual Artist. Ginger was the 2022 honoree at the MS Dinner of Champions event. Ginger was also a guest host with WSLS, the NBC affiliate, Daytime Blue Ridge television show, and was the host of the Mill Mountain Theatre Podcast, Meet Me at Mill Mountain. Her home was featured in the Historic Garden Week tour of homes in 2023. Ginger was also a featured portrait in the Whitney Brock portrait series, A Thread Through Roanoke, in 2024-2025
She is thrilled to be back and playing with the fabulous creative team, cast, and crew of A Christmas Story!
Jessica Gaffney
Jessica Gaffney (Costume Designer) earned her Master of Fine Arts in costume design at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. Ms. Gaffney has designed costumes for over eighty theatrical productions for a variety of Off-Broadway, Off-Off-Broadway, and Regional Theatre companies. Favorite Mill Mountain Theatre credits include costume designs for Cabaret, Next to Normal and Fun Home. In addition to theatre Ms. Gaffney has served as costume designer and/or production designer for several award-winning film projects, having most recently designed the video Decades of Fashion for Reeds Jewelers. Ms. Gaffney is currently on the faculty at Radford University in the Department of Theatre and Cinema.
Walker Johnson
Walker is excited to once again be spotlighting another great show at MMT. Previous tech roles include Annie, Finding Nemo, and Little Mermaid Jr. Walker was recently seen on the stage as Smee in MMT's production of Peter and the Starcatcher and as the Duke of Weselton in Roanoke Catholic School's production of Frozen Jr.
Ginger Poole
Ginger Poole Avis has been in the non-profit sector for over 25 years. She was the Producing Artistic Director for the professional regional theatre, Mill Mountain Theatre, for 18 years and is still involved with them as an Artistic and Theatre Admin Consultant. She has served on many Boards locally and nationally including: Past President of the Junior League of Roanoke Valley, Past President of the Southeastern Theatre Conference (National), Past President of Crystal Spring Elementary School PTA, Roanoke Valley Garden Club (Associate Member of 10 years), MS Society Dinner of Champions (Co-Chair and Past Honoree), Burton Performing Arts Advisory Board, The Roanoke City Public Schools Education Foundation, and she has served on the Review Panel for the Virginia Commission for the Arts. Ginger currently serves on the following Boards of Directors: Junior League of Roanoke Valley (VP of Fund Development), The Shenandoah Club (Current President), Second Presbyterian Church Session Member, The Grandin Theatre, James Madison Middle School PTA (Current President), Southeastern Theatre Conference (VP of Finance), and The Tudor House.
She has studied, taught, choreographed, and performed throughout the U.S. Originally from South Carolina and growing up in Atlanta, she has worked with the N.F.L. and The Atlanta Falcons as their director and choreographer, and The Atlanta Opera. Before coming to Mill Mountain Theatre, she was based out of North Carolina, where she has worked with Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina in over 25 productions. Ginger has taught at The University of Southern Mississippi, Western Carolina University, William Carey College, Mississippi University for Women, and currently teaches at Hollins University. Ginger holds her M.F.A. in Acting Performance from the University of Southern Mississippi and continues to teach acting and dance. Ginger has worked in commercials, voice-overs, film, stage, and the classroom, and was profiled in the book FIRESTARTERS as “the actor”.
She was the recipient of DePaul’s Women of Achievement Award in the Arts in 2013 and was named the 2016 Kendig Award recipient for Individual Artist. Ginger was the 2022 honoree at the MS Dinner of Champions event. Ginger was also a guest host with WSLS, the NBC affiliate, Daytime Blue Ridge television show, and was the host of the Mill Mountain Theatre Podcast, Meet Me at Mill Mountain. Her home was featured in the Historic Garden Week tour of homes in 2023. Ginger was also a featured portrait in the Whitney Brock portrait series, A Thread Through Roanoke, in 2024-2025
She is thrilled to be back and playing with the fabulous creative team, cast, and crew of MDQ!
Peppy Biddy
Alexa Chloe Compton
Alexa Compton is a 10th grader at patrick henry highschool, this is her first year working with mil mountain theater and her first time doing backstage work for a show which she is very excited about! She thanks everyone who has given her this amazing opportunity and hopes to do more work with MMT!
Kamryn Cox
Kamryn Cox is a rising 9th grader at Patrick Henry High School. She has been taking acting classes through MMT for several years and several tech classes over those few years. She has really found a passion and love for tech. Kamryn has run spot for many shows, worked in the costume shop, and even worked backstage. She was thrilled when she was asked to help with props and costumes for Shrek. When not performing, Kamryn enjoys crafting, writing, and soccer. Huge thanks to the cast and tech crew of Shrek and to her friends and family for their constant love and support in all her endeavors. She would like to give a huge thanks to her friends who worked with her on this show. They made her experience so much fun. She hopes everyone has an amazing time and enjoys the show!
Alaya Lewis
Alaya Lewis is a recent alumni of Hollins University with a B.A. in Theatre and certifications in Leadership Studies and Musical Theatre Performance. They are a multidisciplinary theatre artist who has done acting, directing, playwrighting, light design, production management and producing, and they hope you enjoy the show!
Karys Ellen Jones
Karys Jones is a tech theatre major, focusing on costumes and props, at Radford University. Her costuming work consists of assistant designing The Trojan Women and designing The Totalitarians. Her props work includes Master Props for Cows Don't Fly and The Aliens. She's very grateful for the opportunities she's been given and is excited to continue to develop her craft.
Mohin Benigno Riego de Dios
Mo is a graduate of University of Northern Colorado with a B.A. in Musical Theatre. As a former student of Mill Mountain Theatre's Conservatory, he is thrilled to be returning as the Stage Manager for Shrek! Recently, he has been with MMT's TYA tours of Flat Stanley as a Touring Stage Manager and Stellaluna (Verdi). He would like to thank MMT for this opportunity, everyone involved in making this production of Shrek come to life both on and offstage, and his friends and family for their endless support. Enjoy the show!
Jorie Janeway
Andi-Grace Novell
Andi-Grace Novell is a rising senior in the Conservatory and is thrilled to join Shrek TYA as Jr. Choreographer! She has performed in several Mill Mountain Theatre productions, including Annie(Ensemble), Finding Nemo Jr. (Gurgle/Mask Dancer), and Frog and Toad (Bird/Dance Captain). Andi-Grace recently solo choreographed Aristocats Kids at MMT and is the choreographer for Salem High School’s show choir. This marks her first time assisting on a mainstage production! She has taught at Little Leapers and trains with Broadway Artists Alliance NYC, where she was of 12 selected dancers this winter and self-choreographed her solo. She has also studied dance with LEAP Performing Arts and the MMT Dance Conservatory. Big thanks to the MMT staff, Tori, and her friends for trusting her creativity!
Jessica Gaffney
Jessica Gaffney (Costume Designer) earned her Master of Fine Arts in costume design at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. Ms. Gaffney has designed costumes for over eighty theatrical productions for a variety of Off-Broadway, Off-Off-Broadway, and Regional Theatre companies. Favorite Mill Mountain credits include costume designs for Cabaret, Next to Normal and Fun Home. In addition to theatre Ms. Gaffney has served as costume designer and/or production designer for several award-winning film projects, having most recently designed the video Decades of Fashion for Reeds Jewelers.
Amber Voeller
Amber Voeller is so happy to return to Mill Mountain for her third production with them as a Props Designer, with her first two designs being Annie and Waitress. Most recently, she was the Props Master for A.C.T of CT's regionaled Premiere of Almost Famous! As an actor, you might have seen her on stage as one of the Featured Ensemblists in Waitress earlier this season. Amber is a New York City-based Theatre Artist who loves to read, camp, and hike when she isn't performing or designing props. When not on stage or behind the scenes, she loves to privately coach theatre students under her company, Playhouse Studio.
Cindy Blevins
Cindy Blevins is a local musician and performer in both the classical and musical theatre realms and a lifelong theatre enthusiast and performer. She stays busy as a collaborative pianist/accompanist with individuals and groups, and as a director and coach with music makers of all ages. Cindy is excited to be returning to Mill Mountain Theatre and support this amazing production of Shrek TYA. Other MMT productions include: Jersey Boys, Elf the Musical, 60th Anniversary Concert (Keyboard 1) and Cabaret, Annie, Waitress, Hits of the 1960’s Concert (Music Director); Sound of Music (Nun, 2019) Timeless Twenties (Zelda Fitzgerald, 2020), To Kill A Mockingbird (Mrs.Dubose/Townsperson, 2024). She was excited to teach Musical Theatre 1 this past Fall, and serve as Music Director for this Summer’s Production Camps of The Little Mermaid Jr. and Aristocats Kids! In addition to her musical life, Cindy is also a Licensed Professional Counselor with Life In Balance Counseling Center in Christiansburg.
Caroline Eades
Caroline is a current student at Penn State University getting her BFA in Stage Management and this is her first show with MMT. She is so grateful to have been able to work on this fantastic show! As well as getting to meet and work with so many incredible people!
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