BEN PHILLIPS
(Chauvelin)
Ben couldn't be happier to be working with the wonderful people at Plaza again, having previously appeared with the company as the Baker in INTO THE WOODS. Other roles Ben has played include George in DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER, Hysterium in A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, Mister/Lee Randolph in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, Wadsworth in CLUE, Carl in LONELY PLANET, and Sweeney in SWEENEY TODD. Ben has twice participated in Texas Wesleyan University's Playmarket series of play readings in New York City, reading the roles of Juan Peron in THE BODY OF EVA PERON and The Vagrant in CERTIFICATE OF DEATH, and his voice can be heard in such animated series as MURDER PRINCESS, SHIGURUI, NABARI NO O, and ONE PIECE from FUNimation Entertainment. Ben just won a Best Actor Column Award for the Baker in last season's INTO THE WOODS.
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CHRISTINE ATWELL
(Marguerite St. Just)
loves every opportunity to return to the Plaza stage! Other Plaza performances have included Betty Blake in WILL ROGERS FOLLIES and Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Christine thoroughly enjoys working in theater in various capacities -- as an actress, director and teacher. When away from the theater, she stays perpetually busy with her three active children (soon to be four!). Christine would like to give a special thank you to her devoted and hard-working husband for supporting her during this production.
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DAVID COOK
(Sir Percival Blakeney)
has an odd feeling like he has traveled back in time to 2006. It was that year that he played in PlazaCo’s inaugural production of MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES, and it was also that year that he played Percy in a production of THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, both shows under the direction of JaceSon and Tina Barrus. Well after closing another TOES at PlazaCo earlier this year, it’s happening all over again, and 5 years later, it’s still just as fun. He’d like to thank his incredibly talented cast for being so, well, you know, talented! Of course thanks goes to JTAM for making a ton of one hour drives seem worthwhile, and most importantly, thanks to his beautiful wife Shoshana (that’s spelled with one “n” FYI) who lets him make all those drives and takes care of their lovely daughter, Cosette until he can get back home. Hope you enjoy comic musicals about bloody revolutions - Sink Me!
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MEREDITH BROWNING
(Marguerite St. Just)
is thrilled to be returning to the Plaza stage in this amazing production! Recent roles include Guenevere in CAMELOT at Artisan Center Theatre, Baker’s Wife in INTO THE WOODS here at Plaza, and Mabel in PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Music Theatre of Denton. Meredith has degrees in vocal performance from Abilene Christian University and Boston University, and she has performed several operatic roles professionally in venues including Fort Worth Opera, Opera East Texas, and Living Opera. Some favorite roles include Yum Yum in THE MIKADO, Adina in ELIXIR OF LOVE, Marian in THE MUSIC MAN, and Donna Anna in DON GIOVANNI. She sends hugs and kisses to her “handsome prince” of a husband and two beautiful children for their constant support.
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AUSTON MCINTOSH
(Cupid, Company)
is excited to be in his 6th show here at PTC He first debuted as a Wrangler in last season's opening WILL ROGERS FOLLIES, and was last seen on stage as Jack in INTO THE WOODS. He is excited to be joining PTC in another show, and hopes it continues on much further into the season and the seasons to follow. He would like to thank Robert, Mom and Dad, and his Nannie for their support in this career and hopes you enjoy the show!
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BETSY WILSON
(Maid, Tart, Company)
Betsy is very excited to be doing her third Plaza Theater Company production! She has been Lady McBeth in 11 VARATIONS... MISTAKE, ensemble in FRANKENSTIEN, a Who in SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL company, Topper's girl/ violinist in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and Winnie in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. She would like to thank the Midkiff family and her own family and the for all their love and support.
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BOB BECK
(Robespierre, The Prince of Wales)
BOB BECK (Robespierre / The Prince of Wales) is thrilled to be appearing in his second show at Plaza where he was last seen in 2008 in A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Bob appeared this past year in Cleburne with the Carnegie Players in 1776, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE and as Scarecrow in THE WIZARD OF OZ. Other shows include THE FORGOTTEN CAROLS, THE MIKADO, MY FAIR LADY, THE MUSIC MAN, MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS and is favorite musical THE BOOK OF JOB in which he played Zophar. Bob has a graduate degree in music and before becoming an actor was a singer and choir director serving for 25 years in various area churches and singing with Schola Cantorum of Texas. He is grateful to God for this opportunity and to his family for their love and support.
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BREE COCKERELL
(Marie Grosholtz)
Bree is excited to be working at Plaza! Past roles include, Dew Fairy in Hansel and Gretel (partial role), the Mother in Amahl and the Night Visitors, the Countess (partial role) in Le nozze di Figaro, Baby Doe (partial role) in the Ballad of Baby Doe and Mariane (partial role) in Tartuffe, as well as the Maiden in A Maiden's Masque; a production of Johannes Brahms Art Songs. Musical theater credits include Lulu in Footloose, Sister Margarette in Sound of Music and Fred's Wife in Plaza Theater Company's version of, A Christmas Carol. At Plaza Theatre Company, Miss Cockerell has served as music director for Sound of Music, Christmas Carol and High School Musical.
Merci pour vient et apprécie le spectacle!
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BROOKE BOYD
(Company)
Brooke is happy to be returning to Plaza in THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL. Brooke has previously appeared at Plaza in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, A CHRISTMAS CAROL in both 2008 and 2010, SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Her favorite roll to date is Carol in A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Brooke enjoys singing, dancing and performing; she also enjoys drawing and writing. Brooke wants to thank the Plaza crew for being the very best to work with and a big thanks goes out to her family for their love and support in allowing her to do what she loves to do!
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CAMERON BARRUS
(Company)
is happy to be back performing at PlazaCo. Past performances include Nelson in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, Sling shot boy in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHER, WILL ROGERS FOLLIES As James Rogers BEAUTY AND THE BEAST as Chip, A CHRISTMAS CAROL as Fredrick, and SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL as a Who. in his spare time Cameron likes too design lights and play with Photoshop.
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CAROLING RIVERA
(Marie Grosholtz)
is delighted to be back at The Plaza for her second show here! Hailing from Ft. Worth, she has performed theatre and opera across Canada and the US. She is a graduate of Queen's University in Ontario with studies in theatre and classical music. Just won a Best Actress Column Award for her portrayal of the Witch in PlazaCo's last season’s INTO THE WOODS, she has also performed such roles as Berta in IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA, the title role in CARMEN, the mother in THE CONSUL, Petra in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, and the messenger in MEDEA (for which she was an Irene Ryan scholarship region VI finalist). As her mother says, "... and then you're supposed to thank your mother for all she's done for you." ... yeah, thanks mom...for serious.
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CHRIS SEIL
(Mercier)
Chris happily returns to Plaza for his 1st show since KISS AND TELL. He reprises the role of Mercier which he played the last time the Barrus' directed THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, at Artisan in Hurst - didn't do it right the first time so they gave him a second chance kind of thing. He has appeared in 30 shows in the area, including his last performance in Cleburne with the Carnegie Players production of It's a Wonderful Life. He counts his Broadway performance in the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City in the male lead role of Papa Ten Boom in THE WEAVING as a highlight in his theatrical career, and of course, his favorite role. Chris built the guillotine used in this show, with some of its parts having been hand-made in his very own blacksmith shop, another hobby besides theatre that he enjoys. He thanks his wife for tolerating his many theatre-caused absences and he thanks JaceSon and Tina for taking a chance and casting him in his first role 6 years ago.
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DANA SILER
(Company)
is so excited to be in this show after just playing as Jessie Oakley in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. Favorite roles include Leticia Fezziwig in A CHRISTMAS CAROL and Ernestine Gilbreth in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. In addition to theatre, Dana also enjoys playing tennis, reading, talking to friends, and cookies. "Thanks to my family and friends for supporting me all the way!"
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DARON COCKERELL
(Maid, Tart, Cupid, Company)
is excited to be performing in her 18th show at Plaza. You may have seen her recently as Annie in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, Cinderella in INTO THE WOODS or Natalie in ALL SHOOK UP. Other favorite Plaza roles include Z's Favorite in WILL ROGERS FOLLIES, Eliza in MY FAIR LADY, Martha in SECRET GARDEN and Gertrude in SEUSSICAL...to name a few. A graduate of Texas Christian University, she uses her Ad/Pr degree during the day before heading to the theatre. She thanks JaceSon and Tina for letting her be part of this beautiful show, and thanks the rest of the cast for making it such a wonderful experience. As always, she sends her love to her family, who are probably sitting next to you tonight. No really. :)
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DEVLIN POLLOCK
(Coupeau)
Devlin is a Plaza veteran, having been in numerous shows over the years. Some will remember him as Young Don Lockwood in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN (with the rubber chicken), or as The Worm in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. He also had a fun time playing the "nice" boyfriend in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. But Devlin's favorite show so far has been AIDA (though ANNIE GET YOUR GUN was a close second...who wouldn't love being kissed by Daron Cockerell, even by mistake!) Dev is grateful for the friendships he has made here at Plaza and the chance to be part of something so worthwhile. "Thanks, Mom and Dad, for putting up with my busy schedule and for all the rides and support!"
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DORA HUNT
(Company)
Dora is exited to appear in her fourth role at PlazaCo. She last appeared onstage in Cleburne as Belinda Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Plaza. Her favorite roles include Josie Kilbride in BY THE BOG OF CATS and the Red Queen in ALICE IN WONDERLAND at Alvarado High School, and Martha Gilbreth in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN at Plaza. As a sophomore at AHS, she is currently taking part in UIL One Act Play contest. She would like to thank Starbucks and Mill Street Coffee for keeping her alive through the rehearsal process.
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EDEN BARRUS
(Company)
is happy to be at PlazaCo for this show she has also been seen in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN as Little Jake CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN as Mary Gilbreth SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS As Little Girl Bixby WILL RODGERS FOLLIES As a Dog, SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL as Cindy Loo Who,THE SOUND OF MUSIC as Gretel, A CHRISTMAS CAROL As Tiny Tim, and THE MUSIC MAN In the Ensemble. In Edens Spare time she likes to Costume Design, Sing And Dance.
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G. AARON SILER
(Elton)
is a co-founding producer here at PlazaCo and if you have been here before then I am sure you have seen him. Aaron has performed in numerous productions around the country. You may remember him as Burl in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN, Horton in SEUSSICAL, and recently as Buffalo Bill in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. Aaron just won FIVE area live theatre awards with THE COLUMN AWARDS including volunteer of the year, best director, best sound design and more.
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JACESON P. BARRUS
(Farleigh)
JaceSon has been involved with four different productions of THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL as Director or Stage Manager, but never as an actor in the show, so he's excited for his opportunity to play the role of Farleigh. He's also enjoyed playing Will Rogers in WILL ROGERS FOLLIES, Cinderella's Prince in INTO THE WOODS and recently as Frank Butler in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN opposite the amazing Daron Cockerell. JaceSon just won a Column Award for Best Original Work for last season's A CHRISTMAS CAROL. When he's not at the theatre, JaceSon loves spoiling his 6 terrific children, watching classic movies and writing the occasional poem. He sends his most sincere thanks to this unbelievably hard working cast and his deepest love and admiration to Tina whose companionship makes it all worthwhile.
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JAMIE LONG
(Jessup)
is pleased to be in this amazing production. Jamie was recently in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN as Foster Wilson/Pawnee Bill. He has performed in several local productions and last year performed as Eusie in THE WEAVING at Lincoln Center on Broadway in New York City. He wishes to Thank Jacson and Tina for letting him have some time on the stage. He also wants to Thank Alieze, his wife of forty five years, for letting him out of the house to do this show. Thanks to you for coming today and enjoy this production and the outstanding cast and crew.
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JILL BAKER
(Maid, Tart, Cupid, Company)
is thrilled to be choreographing her third Plaza show and performing in her ninth! You may have seen her recently as the Ghost of Christmas Past (A CHRISTMAS CAROL), Denise (SMOKE... HOMECOMING), or Rapunzel (INTO THE WOODS). Jill received her Bachelor of Music in Music Theatre from Oklahoma City University and is currently waiting for NYU to get her off of the wait list and into grad school, so if you happen to know someone, put in a good word, won't you? :o) Many thanks to JTAM, Stef, Dick, and the rest of this lovely cast & crew! Tarts!
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JOEY GEISEL
(Armand)
Joey is thrilled to return to his Plaza family, and honored to play a role he's wanted since he saw it played by his best friend Curt "Glee" Mega in a production five years ago, also directed by the amazing Barruses and starring the inspirational David Cook! Other favorite roles throughout the Metroplex include Cinderella's Prince in "Into the Woods", Tom Sawyer in "Big River", and Dennis in "All Shook Up" and the "Smoke on the Mountain" series. Blessed with his B.S. in Radio/TV/Film/Theatre from TCU, Joey teaches music and media at the Travis Academy of Fine Arts in Fort Worth, and does sound design and musical scoring for local theatre and film. Special thanks to my loving and supportive family, Curt, Daniel, Jon, Tony, the Macs, and to JTAM; and to God the gift-giver, whose "greater love", like our hero Percy, was willing to "lay down his life for his friends".
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JONATHAN METTING
(Ozzy)
Favorite roles include: Huck in BIG RIVER, Tommy in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Freddy in MY FAIR LADY, Charlie in GOOD MAN...CHARLIE BROWN, Dickon in SECRET GARDEN, Barnaby in HELLO DOLLY, Barrett in TITANIC, Man 1 in SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, Younger Brother in RAGTIME, Gary/Roger in NOISES OFF, Happy in DEATH OF A SALESMAN, Laurie in LITTLE WOMEN, John the Baptist/Judas in Godspell, Armand in The Scarlet Pimpernel, and Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol. "Thanks to Mom, Dad and little "P" for putting up with my sometimes crazy schedule."
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JUSTIN OLIVAS
(Soldier, Company)
Currently a junior at Joshua High School, Justin is very happy to perform in THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL. He plays a soldier and is a member of the chorus (company). Justin has made appearances in other of Plaza's productions, such as A CHRISTMAS CAROL and CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL will be Justin's 3rd appearance here at Plaza Theater Co. and he is very thankful.
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LUKE HUNT
(Dewhurst)
Luke Hunt is happy to be appearing in his sixth production at Plaza, having recently performed as Hank in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES, Dickens in A CHRISTMAS CAROL and Frank Gilbreath Sr., in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. He has also appeared locally with the Carnegie Players as Count Dracula in DRACULA, Thomas Jefferson in 1776, and Aslan in THE LION THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE. Luke is the theatre teacher at Alvarado Junior High School and co-owner of Dance Across Cleburne with his wife, Rachel. He would like to thank the producers at Plaza for giving him the opportunity to be in this wonderful show and to once again share the stage with his daughter, Dora.
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MIKE SCARLETT
(St. Cyr, Soldier, Company)
Mike Scarlett has been involved in the performing arts most of his life. He has a degree in Voice from Oklahoma Baptist University, and a masters in Marriage and Family Counseling. Mike plays the piano, guitar, banjo, drums, and ukekele. He is also a composer and has produced a CD titled "Oasis",which is a collection of original Christian songs written and performed by Mike. This will be his second performance at the Plaza Theatre Company. His first was in the Christmas Carol this past year.
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MILETTE SILER
(Maid, Tart, Cupid, Company)
Here we go again! Milette is pleased to be back on the Plaza stage with such amazing castmates. You may have seen her at Plaza last year as the Baker's Wife in INTO THE WOODS, Sandra in ALL SHOOK UP, or most recently as the femme fatale Pamela in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES. She was also honored to appear in Onstage in Bedford's production of SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE. Milette is also a proud mom to Mitch, Ryan, and Dana, and wife to Aaron, as well as serving as a producer at Plaza Theatre. She thanks you for coming, and hopes you enjoy this beautiful story.
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MONICA GLENN
(Maid, Tart, Company)
MONICA GLENN(MAID/TART/COMPANY) is thrilled to be back on stage at Plaza Theatre Co. She was last seen as Ruth in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE and has also Stage Managed wonderful shows such as AIDA, where she won the Column Award for Best Stage Manager Non Equity,and SINGIN' IN THE RAIN.An avid art lover she is pursuing her Bachelors of Art in Art History at the University of Texas at Arlington graduating in the spring of 2012 (finally!) and then applying to graduate school at the University of Glasgow in England in conjunction with Christie's Auction House where she one day wishes to be employed. A great big thanks to the producers at Plaza for letting her be in this amazing show;you all are truly my second family and home away from home, and a big hug and kiss to her first family for all of their love and support. Vive la France!
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SARAH SCARLETT
(Company)
Sarah Scarlett is excited to be in her second Plaza Theater Show. Her first appearance at Plaza was as Belinda Cratchit in A Christmas Carol, and she hopes to be in many more!
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SOLOMON ABAH
(Tussaud)
was last seen at PlazaCo as Sitting Bull in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN and Mereb in AIDA. Solomon was also seen in Cleburne in Carnegie Players production of DRACULA in the part of Renfield. Other credits include John Kumalo in Theatre Three's production of LOST IN THE STARS, Thug in KISS ME KATE and Marcus Lycus in FUNNY THING...FORUM at Stolen Shakespeare Guild and as the Policeman in FORGOTTEN CAROLS at Artisan Center Theater.
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STEFANIE GLENN
(Maid, Tart, Company)
STEFANIE GLENN (Stage Manager/Maid/Tart) is thrilled to be back working at Plaza. Stefanie has enjoyed serving as Stage Manager and all around Plaza cheerleader for several shows including THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES,THE SECRET GARDEN, FOOTLOOSE and AIDA. Favorite acting roles include Ms. Flannery in THROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, Betty Blast in FOOTLOOSE, Mrs. Pierce in MY FAIR LADY, Viola in Shakespeare’s TWELFTH NIGHT, Maggie in JAKE’S WOMEN and multiple roles in THE DINING ROOM. Stefanie has worked as Stage Manager, Lighting Designer, Featured Dancer, Actor and various other roles in such productions as SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN, BIG RIVER, THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, FOREVER PLAID and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Stefanie holds a Master of Arts from Texas Woman’s University with an emphasis in Directing and Stage Management and a Bachelor of Arts from Harding University with an emphasis in Acting. Special thanks to her family and friends for all their love and support!!
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STEPHEN SINGLETON
(Hal)
This is Stephen's ninth appearance at Plaza and he's thrilled to be working with JaceSon and Tina yet again. The last role he played was Rooster in Annie at Artisan. He's also been in many shows at CATS, PlazaCo, and Artisan with his favorite roll coming as Snowboy in West Side Story. Stephen enjoys playing guitar, piano, violin, and singing, and dancing, as well as tumbling and occasionally learning a show in a week. Thank you to my Family, Friends, and Jesus Christ without whom I couldn't do any of this.
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TABITHA BARRUS
(Maid, Tart, Cupid, Company)
is so excited to be a part of one of her all time favorite shows! Tabi has appeared in numerous shows on the Plaza stage, in roles such as Red Riding Hood in INTO THE WOODS, Anne in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN, the Laundress in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and ensemble in shows like ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, ALL SHOOK UP, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLY, WILL ROGER'S FOLLIES, and many others. Just won 2 Column Awards, for Chita Rivera Dance in PlazaCo's ALL SHOOK UP and a Ben Brettell Youth Award. Tabi is a Junior at Travis Academy Of Fine Arts, who spends her spare time working with children and teaching theatre classes. She sends love, as always, to Mom and Pop, her best friends Parky, Cammy, Edy, Mimi,and Jj, and love and thanks to Jillian for being her unwavering other half. "Glory and Thanks to my Heavenly Father for my talents and opportunities!"
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TINA BARRUS
(Maid, Tart, Company)
Tina is often seen backstage at Plaza busily sewing costumes (yes, most of the costumes you see in this show are her designs and creations), but she also loves getting on stage - so she's thrilled at the chance to play with this wonderful cast. Some of her past favorite roles include Emily in OUR TOWN, Florence in MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES and Fairy Mae in THE CURIOUS SAVAGE. She is also the proud mother of 6 fantastic children and sends her deep and abiding love to husband JaceSon (yeah, he wrote this for her).
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CODY VERNON
(Company)
was last seen on stage as a suitor in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS but is no stranger to PlazaCo having volunteered here as set builder, concessions, usher, building maintence, you name it! He was first seen on the PlazaCo stage as a party guest in DON'T DRINK THE WATER. When not at the theatre, he enjoys being involved with the motorcycle outreach through the men's ministry at his church. Ephesians 6:7
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SHAUNA LEWIS
(Light Board Operator)
Shauna is happy to be back at Plaza after her superior job as board operator and "queen button pusher" in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. "Thank you Cleburne and surrounding communities for supporting quality community theater". Favorite past roles include Ouiser in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Emma in OVER THE RIVER.. WOODS, Wicked Witch in WIZARD OF OZ and Granny in INTO THE WOODS. Once again, a HUGE debt of gratitude to JaceSon, Tina, Aaron and Milette. What a talented foursome! Thank you Kyle and Clyde! Love to Charlie Davenport, John, Kathleen, Garrett, Emma and Lorelei.
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