KEVIN POOLE
(Ebenezer Scrooge )
Kevin Poole (Scrooge) What an honor it is to be a part of this holiday classic. A CHRISTMAS CAROL has been delighting audiences for generations. This is Kevin’s 13th production with Plaza Theatre. He was last seen on stage as Ben Weatherstaff in THE SECRET GARDEN. Other favorite Plaza roles include Polonius in HAMLET, Leonato in MUCH ADO…, Link Hansen in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES, Uncle George in CASH ON DELIVERY, Chief Minister Zoser in AIDA, and Burl Sanders in the SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN series. He would like to thank JaceSon for the amazing honor of casting him in this role and placing such confidence in him. The role of Ebenezer Scrooge is the dream role Kevin never knew he had. The other dream is that he has passed on his love of acting to his son Elijah (Tiny Tim) and is grateful to share the stage with him this holiday season. Thank you to this incredible cast and crew for bringing this story to life. Special thanks to my Angel for loving us always. “Merry Christmas!”
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JACESON P. BARRUS
(Charles Dickens / Scrooge’s Nephew Fred )
JaceSon considers it an incredible honor to play this show with these amazing people. A CHRISTMAS CAROL will always hold a special place in his heart as he has played nearly every male role in over 20 different productions of the show. Other favorite roles include Lumiere in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Adam in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS and Archibald Craven in THE SECRET GARDEN. Other than theatre his favorite past time is spending time with his dear family; Tina, Tabitha and Saul, Parker, Cameron, Eden, Miranda, JJ and little Charlie. May your holiday season be one of happiness and special memories.
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LUKE HUNT
(Charles Dickens / Scrooge’s Nephew Fred )
This is Luke's 35th production with Plaza Theatre Company. He has appeared on the Plaza stage as Long John Silver in TREASURE ISLAND, Froggy LeSeuer in THE FOREIGNER, Stanley Banks in FATHER OF THE BRIDE, and most recently as George Banks in MARY POPPINS. This is also the 3rd time he has taken the Plaza stage as Dickens in A CHRISTMAS CAROL. He has also appeared locally as Sweeney Todd in the Granbury Theatre Company production of SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET. He is the Theatre Arts Director at Alvarado High School and is a co-owner of Dance Across Cleburne with his wife, Rachel.
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JONATHAN KENNEDY
(Jacob Marley / Undertaker )
Jonathan Kennedy is delighted to be back at Plaza Theatre after several years hiatus. He looks forward to playing Jacob Marley for the fourth time. Each time he plays Marley, he learns more about the character and himself. He has appeared in many productions at Plaza, including The Beast in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Smudge in FOREVER PLAID, and Ben in TREASURE ISLAND. He is thankful for the support of friends and family that allow him to pursue his "hobby" of theatre.
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DAVID GOZA
(Bob Cratchit )
David is excited for Christmas. He loves spending time with his family and eating all of the food. For Christmas this year he wants a pony, a new watch, some socks (fun colors), and to thank everyone at Plaza for giving him all of these chances to be part of their productions.
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RACHEL HUNT
(Mrs. Cratchit )
Rachel is thrilled to be playing Mrs. Cratchit again. You may have seen her previously in 42 STREET as Dorothy Brock, in CRAZY FOR YOU as Tess, or as a dancer in WHITE CHRISTMAS, GUYS AND DOLLS, and JOSEPH....DREAMCOAT. She choreographed CAMELOT, SHREK, and SECRET GARDEN here at PTC as well as LITTLE SHOP, SECRET GARDEN, and 1776 at Granbury Theatre, as well as several shows at Carnegie Players here in Cleburne. Recently, Rachel has been working as Co-Director (with husband Luke Hunt) on SECRET GARDEN and MARY POPPINS. When she is not at the theatre, Rachel is down the street running Dance Across Cleburne, Johnson county's only studio for Country and Ballroom dancing. She would like to thank her husband for supporting her in every way imaginable, and JTAM for the opportunity to play. "May we all feel the spirit of Christmas in our hearts this holiday season."
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ELI POOLE
(Tiny Tim Cratchit )
Elijah Poole (Tiny Tim) Elijah is proud to be making his Plaza main stage debut with A CHRISTMAS CAROL. He is active with the Plaza Drama Academy and has appeared in several of the camp shows. Last Christmas he appeared as Ollie Heardsman in BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT with the Carnegie Players and also has two seasons of THE PROMISE under his belt. He is a 10 year old 4th grader who attends Nazarene Christian School in Crowley and loves baseball, and playing with his dog, Baby. He wants to thank his Mom and Dad for believing in him and to wish everyone here a Merry Christmas. “God bless us, everyone!”
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TRAVIS TRIMBLE
(Tiny Tim Cratchit )
Travis is thrilled to be in his first production at Plaza! It has been a Charles Dickens-kind-of-year for Travis, having just completed OLIVER! at Granbury Theatre Company, where he performed in MARY POPPINS last year. Travis has studied ballet, tap, and musical theater at the Stephenville Dance Center, appearing in PETER PAN at Tarleton State University last summer. Travis loves music, loves acting, and is grateful to be performing onstage with his sisters Tiffany, Victoria, and Tessa in his first major role! Travis wants you to know that when we says, “God bless us, every one!” he really means it!
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KENLIE EARHEART
(Ghost of Christmas Past / Turkey Boy / Carol Boy )
Kenlie is excited to be apart of the cast of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. This is her third main stage show for Plaza Co. She just finished MARY POPPINS and was Chip in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. She has been in 101 DALMATIONS, CINDERELLA, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, PETER PAN JR., CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS AND ALLADIN JR. productions by Plaza Academy. She is in the 6th grade at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts where she enjoys choir, dance and musical theater. She also enjoys tap, hip hop and musical theater at Plaza Academy. She will be joining a group of kids from Plaza Academy who will be performing Seussical at Junior Theater Festival in Atlanta, Georgia. She loves making up dances, spending time with her friends, watching her brother play baseball and football, and spending time with her family. Thanks to my parents, Ms. Amy and my grandparents for driving me to rehearsals.
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MIRANDA BARRUS
(Ghost of Christmas Past / Turkey Boy / Carol Boy )
Mimi has darn near been raised performing A CHRISTMAS CAROL and loves returning here as The Ghost of Christmas Past. She is a precocious 10 year old that loves living on the stage. You might have seen her in our recent production of MARY POPPINS as Jane Banks or in THE SECRET GARDEN as Mary Lennox. She just simply loves to dance and sing and is thankful for the chance to perform for you in A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
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G. AARON SILER
(Ghost of Christmas Present / Old Joe / The Poulterer )
Aaron is one of the four founding producers of Plaza Theatre Company and has performed in many different shows here such as Shrek in SHREK THE MUSICAL, Tevye in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Nicely Nicely Johnson in GUYS AND DOLLS, Horton in SEUSSICAL, Charlie Brown in GOOD MAN...CHARLIE BROWN, Buffalo Bill in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, and many more. Aaron has also won multiple Column Awards including Best Actor in a Musical (as Tevye in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF), Multiple Best Director, Best Scenic Design, and Best Sound Design, and the Rudy Seppy Volunteer Award. Aaron is a proud father of three wonderful kids and husband to the incomparable and recent TCU graduate Milette Siler!
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MEL DIYER
(Ghost of Christmas Future / Topper)
After a 2 year hiatus Mel is returning to the Plaza stage her last Plaza role being in the dance core of PTC's White Christmas in 2014. Since her leave Mel has had much more success backstage rather than onstage but still can't resist the shine of the stage lights. She'd like to welcome each and every patron and with everyone a happy holiday season.
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JACOB RENFROE
(Dick Wilkins )
Jacob is excited to once again return to the stage in the role of Dick Wilkins. He had been doing theatre for about a year and this is his first time doing A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Other roles he has played are Joel in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Jason in HIGHSCHOOL MUSICAL, Ensemble in BIG RIVER, and Potiphar in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAM COAT. Jacob enjoys drawing, singing, dancing, and playing guitar as well as theatre. He would like to give a shoutout to his parents for bringing him to rehearsals every week, Tabitha Barrus for teaching him everything he knows, and would like to thank the director for entrusting him with this part
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STORMY LEE
(Fred’s Wife )
Stormy is pleased to be working with such a talent and loving group of performers. She enjoys stage managing and performing in such a classic representation of the spirit of Christmas.Stormy has recently performed in MARY POPPINS, THE SECRET GARDEN, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, SANDER'S FAMILY CHRISTMAS, SHE LOVES ME, and 42ND ST. at Plaza Theatre Co. She has also costumed designed YOU"RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN and the last two Shakespeare in the Park productions that are co-produced by Cleburne Chamber of Commerce and Plaza Theatre Co. (MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING and HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK). Stormy also enjoys working with Cleburne Carnegie Players in LES MISERABLES and 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS. She loves A CHRISTMAS CAROL because Scrooge has a choice to make and an opportunity to do good. Christmas is her favorite time of year and Stormy can't wait to spend it with you!
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GREG BURTON
(Mr. Fezziwig)
Gregory Burton graduated with honors from TCU with a BFA in Theatre. He has performed in SCARLET PIMPERNEL, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, SECRET GARDEN, JOSEPH…DREAMCOAT, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, ARSENIC AND OLD LACE, FOREVER PLAID, and SOUND OF MUSIC, along with many others. Gregory is also an award-winning actor in film and television. He has directed several shows including GHOST OF A CHANCE at Plaza.
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LYDIA GALVAN
(Elizabeth Fezziwig / Martha Cratchit / Dora )
Lydia is so excited to be doing her first show ever! This has been an amazing experience and she wants to thank everyone who has so kind and helpful to her. Lydia is a freshman at Texas Christian University where she is studying Political Science. She enjoys doing yoga, reading, and hanging out with her roommate Madison. "Happy holidays and Go Frogs!"
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VICTORIA TRIMBLE
(Elizabeth Fezziwig / Martha Cratchit / Dora )
"It has been such an honor to work under a director who is so passionate about his work and this play! I have loved every minute of this journey." Favorite shows and ballets: Plaza's SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Granbury Theatre Co.'s SINGING IN THE RAIN and MARY POPPINS, Stephenville Dance Center's SLEEPING BEAUTY (Aurora), THE NUTCRACKER (Snow Queen and Marzipan), COPPELIÁ (music box dancer/soloist), and WESTERN SYMPHONY (prairie girl/soloist). Victoria is currently training at the Ballet Center of Fort Worth. "I want to thank my wonderful family for their endless love! And I hope you all leave this place with a song in your heart, a smile on your face, and a happiness in your soul that cannot be replaced! Merry Christmas to all! And God bless!"
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EDEN BARRUS
(Letitia Fezziwig / Belinda Cratchit )
Eden is a young performer with a great deal of experience having appeared in productions from the time she was an infant. She's been playing in A CHRISTMAS CAROL nearly all her life and is as pleased as she can be to be returning to the role of Belinda Cratchit and Letitia Fezziwig. Other favorite roles include Mary Lennox in THE SECRET GARDEN, Alice in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS and a Silly Girl in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. She spends pretty much all of her spare time dancing so if you see her around she's probably doing a pirouette. Merry Christmas all!
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TESSA TRIMBLE
(Letitia Fezziwig / Belinda Cratchit )
Tessa is delighted to be performing in her first production at Plaza! She just completed OLIVER at Granbury Theatre Company, where she played a boyish member of Fagin’s gang. Versatility is a strength of hers, having played a chimney sweep and a particularly tortured teddy bear in GTC’s MARY POPPINS. She also played a wacky pirate in PETER PAN with the Stephenville Dance Center, where she has studied musical theater, ballet, tap, and jazz; and won first place at national competitions with her team last summer. Tessa absolutely loves performing – and is excited to appear onstage with her three siblings!
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SAM TARRON
(Teen Scrooge )
Sam is a homeschool junior who also attends Travis Academy of Fine Arts, and is a member of ShowCo at Plaza Academy. His favorite roles have been Barricade Boy in LES MISERABLES with Carnegie Players, Ensemble in BIG RIVER at PlazaCo, and his latest role, Joseph in Plaza Academy's production of JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. Sam enjoys art, singing and acting. "Thanks to all my family and friends for all their love and support!"
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STEPHEN SINGLETON
(Young Scrooge / Poor Husband )
Stephen is happy to be back doing theatre at Plaza again this year. Last seen as Caleb in 7 BRIDES for 7 BROTHERS some of Stephen's other favorite roles include: Snowboy in WEST SIDE STORY, Barnaby in HELLO DOLLY, Rooster in ANNIE, and Jeter in FOOTLOOSE. Merry Christmas!
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JILLIAN GRACE HARRISON
(Belle / Poor Wife )
Had the joy of playing Elizabeth Fezziwig in PlazaCo's 2010 A CHRISTMAS CAROL, delighted to be portraying the character of Belle this year. Jillian graduated from Ouachita Baptist University 2015, with a double major in Vocal Performance and Piano. She is the Executive Assistant to David Peterson State Farm in Grand Prairie Texas, and is happily married to her High School sweetheart. Recently seen as Ayah in THE SECRET GARDEN, Susan in BIG RIVER, and Sarah in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Other significant roles include Adele in DIE FLEDERMOUS, and Yum Yum in THE MIKADO at OBU. Jillian would like to dedicate her performance to Aunt Monica.
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BENTLEIGH NESBIT
(Mrs. Fezz / Charwoman / Georgina )
Bentleigh is delighted to be returning to the Plaza stage for her5th production. She has been previously see on the Plaza Stage in Beauty and the Beast (ensemble), Heaven Can Wait (Inspector Williams), Much Ado About Nothing (Ursula),and Secret Garden (Claire). She is currently the theatre teacher at McLean Middle School in Fort Worth and would like to thank her family, friends, Rodney, Ryan, and Beyoncé for their undying live and support. 2 Kings 2:24
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MADISON HEAPS
(Topper’s Girl / Laundress)
Madison is thrilled to be a part of this story for a second time. She is currently a freshman at Texas Christian University. Madison's favorite past roles include Mildred in KISS AND TELL, Narrator in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, and an ancestor in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. She gives a huge thank you to everyone who has helped make this show great, it's a blessing working with everyone.
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TIFFANY TRIMBLE
(Topper’s Girl / Laundress)
Tiffany is delighted to be performing at Plaza again, after Goin' Courtin' with the Pontapee boys in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS this spring. She takes full responsibility for roping her three adorable siblings Victoria, Tessa, and Travis into theatre, and is thrilled to perform with them during her favorite time of year! She is a Barré, fitness instructor at Tarleton State University. "Thank you to my loving family for your support. And thank you to JaceSon and the cast and crew for this truly wonderful experience. It is my hope that we add a little bit more Christmas cheer to your holiday season. May you have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year!"
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PARKER BARRUS
(Charity Man 1 / Charles )
Parker is excited to be in his eighteenth production here at Plaza. He's enjoyed playing roles like Willard in FOOTLOOSE and Yurlte the Turtle in SEUSSICAL here at PlazaCo in the past. He's also loved playing drums for SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE and JOSEPH, also at Plaza. In his spare time he loves learning to play new musical instruments.
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CAMERON BARRUS
(Charity Man 2 / David )
Cameron is happy to be performing at PlazaCo for this production of A Christmas Carol. As well as performing in the show, he also designed the lights and projection. Past performances include Young Fool in Big River, Riff in West Side Story, Daniel in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, and Nelson in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN . In his spare time Cameron likes to design lights, tinker with computers, and hang out with Madison.
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ANTHONY SULLIVAN
(Peter Cratchit / Boy Scrooge )
This is Anthony's second performance at The Plaza Theatre. He most recently performed in MARY POPPINS and is currently playing Hermes in PERSOPHONE at Keene Junior High. Anthony also enjoyed performing in JOSEPH AND THE TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Teen Camp for The Plaza Academy. Anthony is a 7th grader at Keene Junior High. Anthony enjoys playing guitar, singing karaoke, and sleeping. He would like to give a special shout out to his 6 siblings for being awesome, especially Caleb.
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WILLIAM BLANTON
(Peter Cratchit / Boy Scrooge)
William is so excited to be playing Peter Cratchit/Boy Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, PlazaCo. This is his fourth production with PlazaCo. You may have seen him as an Ishmaelite in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT with Plaza Academy, Ensemble in BIG RIVER, PlazaCo, Jack Scott in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, Plaza Academy, Munchkin/Flying Monkey in WIZARD OF OZ, PlazaCo, Schroeder in CHARLIE...CHRISTMAS, Plaza Academy, Tom of Warwick in CAMELOT, PlazaCo, Schroeder in CHARLIE...CHRISTMAS, Plaza Academy, and Ollie Herdman in BEST...PAEGENT EVER Carnegie Players. William is a 14 year old who enjoys playing the piano, hanging out with his brother and friends, and doing theatre. Shout out to mom and dad for hauling him to cleburne every day.
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AMANDA FOSTER
(Carol Cratchit)
Amanda is excited to play the role of Carol Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL. This is her 2nd Production with Plaza Theatre Company. Her first role was in the Ensemble for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST in early 2016. Amanda is currently a dance and ShowCo student at Plaza Academy. Her recent past productions with Plaza Academy include 101 DALMATIONS JR. (Summer 2016) as a Chihuahua and as a Brainiac in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR. (Spring 2016). She will be going with Plaza Academy to the Junior Theatre Festival in January to perform SUESSICAL THE MUSICAL JR. Amanda currently takes voice lessons from Tabitha Ibarra and absolutely loves it. Her other passions are soccer and songwriting. Amanda would like to thank her Plaza Theatre family for giving her guidance as she grows in her love for musical theatre. "I would also like to give a shout out to my sister Lucie for being the sweetest person in the world." Amanda is 9 years old and is a 4th grader at Plum Creek Elementary in Joshua.
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JENTREY SULLIVAN
(Carol Cratchit)
This is Jentrey's second performance at Plaza. She most recently performed in MARY POPPINS. She also enjoyed performing in A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS and as Patch in 101 DALMATIONS through Plaza Academy. Jentrey is a 5th grader at Adams Elementary in Cleburne. She enjoys karaoke, running club, student council and taking tap classes through Plaza Academy. Jentrey would like to give a special shout out to pizza...because its so tasty.
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LILY MCCLENDON
(Little Fan / Want )
Lily is excited to be cast in this Christmas classic. Singing Christmas carols is one of her favorite holiday activities. Prior Plaza Theatre main stage performances include ensemble in MARY POPPINS and Mary Lennox in SECRET GARDEN. She is active in Plaza Academy and a member of the JTF cast performing SEUISSICAL THE MUSICAL, JR in Atlanta, Ga. Lily was Gabriella Montez in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR, a Scotty dog in 101 DALMATIANS, and ensemble roles in A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, PETER PAN, and CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Plaza is her passion and she thanks everyone for coming and supporting the theatre.
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JJ BARRUS
(Ignorance)
JJ loves all kinds of sports and occasionally enjoys getting on stage as well. His real life's ambition is to be a "sports guy" and play every sport there is, but in the meantime he says he'll give this acting thing a try. Seriously though, JJ loves acting with his family and A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a favorite family tradition. he hopes you like the show.
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MICHAEL ROSENKRANZ
(Ignorance)
Michael Rosenkranz, who plays the role of Ignorance, is extremely proud to be joining the cast of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Michael first appeared on The Plaza Stage as a Boxer in the summer production of 101 DALMATIONS. Originally from New York, Michael currently lives in Cleburne, TX. His favorite subjects are Math and Science. When he’s not rehearsing, you can find Michael belting out a whimsical Disney song, jamming to some classic country music, rapping to one of his favorite beats, or composing a song of his own. He would like to thank director Jaceson Barrus for allowing him to enjoy this valuable experience.
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