Our annual production of this timeless Christmas tale is back for the second year in 2008. You'll thrill to our original adaptation of this majestic story of change and forgiveness as the cantankerous Scrooge sees his life from the past, present and future. A wonderful holiday event for the whole family!
Adults - $10
Seniors and Students - $8
Children - $7
AARON DAWN SCHULTZ
(DQ, Elizabeth, Topper’s Girl, Laundress)
is excited to be joining the Plaza family. She is currently living here in Cleburne with her parents and is attending Hill College as a math major. She was bitten by the theater bug when she was 5 years old playing a part in a children’s musical called DOWN BY THE CREEK BANK for her church. Aaron Dawn has been on stage ever since then and is returning from a two year break in which she was taking to pursue her college degree. “To my loving family, Mom, Dad, and Laura, and to my closest friends, sorry I haven’t been around a lot and thank you so much for all your support; I love you all so very much!”
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ALYSSA JACKSON
(Belinda Jackson)
is making her debut here on the Plaza Theatre stage. A homeschooler from Alvarado, Alyssa enjoys softball, playing the piano and violin, as well as drawing. "Thank you Mom, Dad, and Plaza Theatre for giving me the chance to be in this wonderful play."
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BENAIAH G. WALKER
(Frederick Cratchit)
is greatly enjoying reprising his role in this Plaza Theatre production. Last seen as a Pepper Shaker/Sheep in Plaza's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Benaiah is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of Plaza's 2008 version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Previous experience includes several Christmas musicals and dramatic instruction at Travis Academy of Fine Arts. He also enjoys playing guitar, BMX, and camping.
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is excited to be making his debut with Plaza Theater Company in CHRISTMAS CAROL. In the past year Bob has appeared in MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, THE MUSIC MAN and most recently as Zophar in Artisan Center Theater's production of THE BOOK OF JOB. Before he became an actor, Bob was a singer and choir director serving for 25 years in various area churches and singing with Schola Cantorum of Texas. A native of Mineral Wells, Texas, Bob now lives in Burleson with his wife, Ethelyn. He is grateful for her extreme patience in allowing him to do back to back shows this holiday season. Their daughter, KayLynne, is a senior philosophy, political science and environmental studies major at Baylor.
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This is Brian’s first play at Plaza Theatre Company and he has expressed his delight at being reunited onstage with both the Barrus and Siler families with whom he has shared the stage with before. This is Brian’s third time to play Ebenezer Scrooge and has expressed concern that he may be being type cast, (having played “Scrooge” in Artisan Center Theatre's production of SCROOGE THE MUSICAL and in Main Street Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL: SCROOGE AND MARLEY. We have politely denied this but….honestly there could be something to it. The old grouches, uh, Brian’s additional experiences include:Tevya in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Daddy Warbucks in ANNIE, Burl in multiple productions of SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN at Artisan Center Theatre, Norman in BOYS NEXT DOOR, LM in PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES at Main Street Theatre in Mansfield, TX., Colonel Mustard in CLUE THE MUSICAL at Theatre Arlington. He has also performed with an “improv” group called Last Ham Standing at Pocket Sandwich Theatre. To nam
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BROOKE BOYD
(Carol Cratchit, Want)
is so glad to have this opportunity to be back with friends here at Plaza Theatre Co. with the delightful cast of CHRISTMAS CAROL. Brooke was most recently seen as a Sheep and as the illustrious Enchanted Pepper Shaker in Plaza's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. She is also looking forward to her appearance as Cindy Lou Who in the upcoming production of SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL. Brooke loves to sing and dance and enjoys being home schooled. She thoroughly enjoys the time she spends studying fine arts here at Plaza. She also enjoys reading, horses, and hanging out with her three older sisters. Yes, she is the baby of the family...need we say more!
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CATHERINE BREE COCKERELL
(Double Quartet, Fred’s Wife, Music Director)
is excited to be working with Plaza Theater Company in this production of A Christmas Carol! She was last seen at Plaza as Sister Margareta in THE SOUND OF MUSIC and as Lulu in FOOTLOOSE. At home on both the musical theater and the operatic stage, some of her favorite roles have included, Rosine in SIGNOR DELUSO, the Countess (partial role) in LE NOZZE DI FIGARO, Baby Doe (partial role) in the BALLAD OF BABY DOE and Marianne (partial role) in TARTUFFE, as well as the Maiden in A MAIDEN’S MASQUE; a production of Johannes Brahms Art Songs. Bree graduated in May with her Master of Music and Graduate Performance Diploma in Vocal Performance from the Longy School of Music in Cambridge MA, where she studied with Jayne West. She currently teaches private voice at Grapevine Middle School and is the paid soprano section leader in the First United Methodist Church Choral Union in Fort Worth as well as the chamber choir, Adoramus. This April, Bree will be the featured performer in Texas Wesl
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CHERIE ROBINSON
(Charwoman, Mrs. Fezziwig, Georgiana, Caroler)
is a long time Burleson resident. Cherie has been married to her high school sweetheart, Joe, for 26 years. They have two children, Samantha and Daniel, and an adorable new grandson, Hayden. Cherie is thrilled to be sharing the stage with her son, Daniel, in her first show at Plaza. She would like to thank everyone at Plaza for warmly welcoming her into their family. To Daniel…“Thanks for always knowing I could do it”. To Joe…”For all the evenings waiting up for me to return from rehearsals……I love you”.
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CHRISTINE ATWELL
(Mrs. Cratchit)
is delighted to (finally!) return to the Plaza stage! She was previously seen as Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and in her absolute favorite role of Lily in THE SECRET GARDEN. Christine loves the opportunity to perform onstage but is most proud of the roles she plays as wife to her wonderfully supportive husband, Jeff, and mom to her children. This is a special show for the family - Christine's first since the birth of her third child and the first time the four of them are together onstage. Thank you JaceSon and Tina for giving our family such a treasured place to play!
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DANA SILER
(Martha Crachit, Letita Fezziwig)
is happy to be in her fourth production here at PlazaCo. You may recognize her as Belinda Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL from last year. Other roles she has played are a wolf in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Ensemble in FOOTLOOSE, and is excited to be in SUESSICAL opening next month. She has also been in several local productions such as DISNEY ON BROADWAY and A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS as well as a performance in Austin at the TMEA Teacher’s Conference. In her spare time Dana likes to read and listen to music. Dana also attends Smith Middle School here in Cleburne.
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DANIEL SCOTT ROBINSON
(DQ, Poor Man)
is back again at Plaza theatre for his fourth production. His past shows at Plaza were YOU CAN'T TAKE IT as Donald, FOOTLOOSE as Chuck, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST as Lefou. Other shows include 42nd STREET as Julian Marsh, GREASE as Sonny, THE COMPLETE...SHAKESPEARE as Daniel, GUYS AND DOLLS as Liver Lips Louie, MUSIC MAN as Marcellus Washbourn, OZ! as Lion, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR as James, and PETER PAN as Smee. In his spare time....wait what spare time. Daniel is also excited to be doing his 2nd show with his Mommy and is gald she has done this with him. Thank you to all for never giving up on me and standing beside me in what ever I do, even if it isn’t the right one. Philippians 1:3.
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was most recently here at Plaza as Gretl in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Other favorite roles include Woodstock in GOOD MAN…CHARLIE BROWN, a lamb in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and various child ensemble roles.
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is very excited to be performing in her first show at Plaza Theatre Company. She attends musical theatre classes at Plaza, and she enjoys creating her own shows at home with her sister and best friend Gracie. Emma is an accomplished equestrian who loves to compete in horse shows with her beloved Appaloosa, Charlie.
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EMMELINE SULLIVAN
(Past, Carol Boy, Turkey Boy)
is excited to be making her debut stage appearance at Plaza. A third grader in Waxahachie, Emme's love for acting was awakened last summer when she enrolled in Plaza's summer acting camp. This fall she has taken musical theatre classes at Plaza, and in January she will be seen as a Lullaby League Munchkin in Waxahachie High School 's production of the WIZARD OF OZ. Emme also enjoys oil painting, ballet, soccer and volleyball, and most of all, playing with her younger brothers Campbell and Beck and her new Yorkshire Terrier puppy Raider. She is thrilled to be celebrating her ninth birthday on opening night of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Emme wishes to thank her Mimi for introducing her to the stage and her entire family for their support and well wishes!
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FRANCES WATSON
(Belinda Crachit)
is thrilled to be in her second performance with Plaza Theater Company! She loved being in Plaza Academy's production of FOOTLOOSE and is looking forward to being in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL next year. She is also a proud homeschooler and cat lover. "A big thank you to my family and everyone at Plaza for making me feel more comfortable on stage!"
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G. AARON SILER
(Present, Old Joe, Poulterer, Caroler)
This is Aaron's 16th show here at PlazaCo. He most recently played the Russian Boris Kolenkhov in YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU. Other Remorable roles include Burl in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN and Cogsworth in DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Favorite roles include Pap in BIG RIVER, Lazar Wolf in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Dr. Neville Crane in THE SECRET GARDEN, and Sparky in FOREVER PLAID. He has a wonderful wife, Milette, and three wonderful kids. In fact Aaron believes himself to be one of the luckiest persons in the world by living the dream and still having a wonderful family at the same time!
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has always loved watching his family in shows and is very excited to debut in his first! When not at the theater, he enjoys watching Star Wars and playing with the action figures. He loves his family a lot - especially 'Morgie' - because he thinks she is very cute!
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is making here debut here at the Plaza Theatre Company. She enjoys playing and talking with her family and friends. She can also speak French fluently (just ask her!).
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JACESON P. BARRUS
(Marley, DQ, Director)
playing here at Plaza Theatre is a dream come true for JaceSon. He has spent his life working and performing in the theater and counts BIG RIVER, THE SCARLET PIMPERNELL, LUCKY STIFF, and THE MUSIC MAN among his favorite productions. In his spare time (what's that?) he loves to watch classic movies and study American Civil War trivia. JaceSon loves to team direct with Tina, his beautiful wife of 14 years and sends his love to his favorite kiddos, Tab, Park, Cam, Edie and Mira.
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JARED BALL
(Teen Scrooge, Christmas Future)
is happy to be in his first appearance in Plaza Theatre. He is currently attending Cleburne High School as a freshman. Jared is part of the Cleburne High School choir, as well as the freshman basketball team. His past productions have been OLIVER TWIST as a pickpocket/workhouse boy for Carnegie Players. He enjoys playing the guitar and drums as well as writing his own songs. Jared hopes to be part of many productions for Plaza Theatre Company. "Thanks for the motivation guys."
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. Justin goes to Joshua High School. He loves performing in plays and playing his trumpet. This is his first year here at Plaza Theater Company. This summer, he was in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at the Burleson Community Theater. Justin plays Dick Wilkins and Peter Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at PlazaCo.
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KATELYNN BOYD
(Martha, Letitia)
is excited to be back at Plaza Theatre Co. with the cast of Christmas Carol. Katelynn has previously appeared at Plaza in FOOTLOOSE and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST; although she loved dancing and singing in both of those fine productions; her favorite roles so far are as Martha and Leticia in this production of Christmas Carol. She is also looking forward to appearing in Plaza's very next show; Seussical Musical where she has been cast as a Who Teen and a Circus performer. Katelynn is home schooled and loves the time she is able to spend in the performing arts. She also enjoys old movies, including musicals, and classic television, she also enjoys listening to music and hanging out with her three sisters and with friends. She can play the saxophone, but I can't say she loves it.
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LAUREN ATWELL
(Carol Boy, Ghost of Christmas Past, Turkey Boy)
loves to perform and is particularly fond of the Plaza stage! Her previous shows include BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and her favorite, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, when she played Marta. Lauren attends acting classes at Plaza and has previously taken classes at TAFA and Casa Manana. Aside from theater Lauren enjoys gymnastics and dancing. She is especially proud of her family which includes her new baby sister, Morgan!
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MICHAEL HATCH
(Charles Dickens, Fred)
: This is Michael’s fifth production with Plaza Theatre Company. He is reprising his role as Charles Dickens/Fred and is so excited to play this part once again! Other favorite roles include: Mr. DePinna in YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU and Jeff in THE CURIOUS SAVAGE. Michael is a 7th and 8th grade English teacher in Fort Worth ISD. He is also the proud father of three kiddos, Jake, Aubrie and Rylee. He is grateful for the chance to be onstage with his daughter again this year. Special love and thanks to his wife of 10 years, Aimee, for being very supportive. Michael also is a student of The War Between the States and the works of Shakespeare. He is a proud alumnus of Tarleton State University.
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is back after his debut as John Thomas in A CURIOUS SAVAGE. Mitch is having fun being in a show with his Dad and enjoys PB&J and the color red. Mitch is also currently attending Kindergarten at Gerard Elementary where he is learning reading, writing, and to not play with the water in the toilet.
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is mostly sleeping these days and doesn't have much to say, but she'll undoubtedly steal the show! Sorry - no autographs just yet!
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. Most recently seen in Plaza's YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU as Ed, Mr. Walker has appeared in numerous Plaza shows including GHOST OF A CHANCE as Floyd, CURIOUS SAVAGE as Samuel, BEAUTY as Bookseller, etc), "SEE HOW THEY RUN (Arthur Humphrey), & A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Solicitor & Mr. Topper, and is delighted to once again work with an awesome creative production staff and cast He is SO grateful to his wife and kiddos for their support, patience, and late night Dorito-feedings! (Alpha Psi Omega)
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RYLEE HATCH
(Carol Cratchit, Want)
: Rylee is back this year for another run of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Rylee loves being in the theatre and is grateful to be a part of this production. She enjoys reading and is a third grader at Gerard Elementary. Rylee also enjoys spending time with her family and watching her favorite show, Ghost Whisperer with her mother. She sends her love to her mom, dad, brother, sister, and her grandparents.
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TED UNG
(Charity Man, Mr. Fezziwig)
is glad to be back among his Plaza Theater Company family. He enjoyed greatly his roles here as Principal in FOOTLOOSE, Judge Carnes in OKLAHOMA!, and last year as Fezziwig in A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Other favorite roles include Lieutenant Gardella and The Colonel in NO TIME FOR SERGEANTS. Thanks to his supportive wife, Marilyn. Ad majorem gloriam Dei.
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TINA BARRUS
(Mrs. Cratchit, Director)
. Tina is a veteran of literally hundreds of productions having first appeared on stage at the tender age of five. To date her favorite roles include Lena Lamont in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, Lily St. Regis in ANNIE and Florence Rains in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES. She is the proud Mother of five creative and precocious kids and loves reading and singing with her kiddos every chance she gets. Tina is a native of Perry, Utah but is excited to have called Texas "home" for the past four years.
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