MEREDITH BROWNING
(Mary Poppins)
is delighted to be bringing the magical nanny to life once more, having played Mary Poppins last year at Granbury Theatre Company. You may remember Meredith from her recent PlazaCo performances of Lily in SECRET GARDEN, Amalia in SHE LOVES ME, Guenevere in CAMELOT, Anna in THE KING AND I, and Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Meredith’s first love is the opera stage, and she has performed several operatic roles professionally in venues including Fort Worth Opera, Opera East Texas, and Living Opera. Some favorite roles include Mabel in PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Yum Yum in THE MIKADO, Adina in ELIXIR OF LOVE, Fiordiligi in COSI FAN TUTTE, and Donna Anna in DON GIOVANNI. Meredith performs regularly with the Fort Worth Opera, on both the Bass Hall stage and as part of their “Frontiers” program, a showcase for new operas. She is forever grateful for the support of her loving family and sends them all lots of hugs and kisses. Also a warm thanks to her carpool buddies Bird Woman, Miss Brill, and Miss Smythe.
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MATT VICTORY
(Bert)
Matt is thrilled to be back on the Plaza stage after recently playing Joe in HEAVEN CAN WAIT, Gaston in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and Georg in SHE LOVES ME. Matt was born and raised in Cleburne but moved away 17 years ago to attend Harvard University. He performed regularly at several commercial and community theatres in the Boston, Seattle, and New York City areas. Favorite past roles include Anthony in SWEENEY TODD, Lumiere in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and Pharaoh in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. He spent 9 years as a hedge fund trader outside of New York before moving back to Cleburne in 2015 to join the family business.
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CHRIS WAGNER
(George Banks)
This is Chris Wagner’s first production at Plaza Theatre, and he is delighted to be performing this role for you today. Originally from St. Louis area, Chris caught the acting bug while playing keyboards in the pit for a production of CAMELOT. He quickly decided that he wanted to be on the stage and joined the next year’s production of HELLO, DOLLY! He has starred in productions of CAROUSEL, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, OKLAHOMA! GODSPELL, JANE EYRE and INTO THE WOODS around Missouri and Texas. When not on stage, Chris teaches Junior High School choir in Arlington, T and sings with the Arlington Master Chorale. He thanks his parents for always supporting him in his artistic endeavors.
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LUKE HUNT
(George Banks/director)
This is Luke's 34th 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 William Gillette in THE GAME'S AFOOT and had the pleasure to serve as director for SHREK THE MUSICAL and THE SECRET GARDEN. 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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ABBY SHERRILL
(Winifred Banks)
Abby is thrilled to be in her first Plaza Theatre Company production! Originally from Visalia, CA, she attended Long Beach State in California and received a BM in Vocal Performance as well as attending Oklahoma City University where she received her MM in Musical Theatre. Recent credits include: Lady Thiang in THE KING & I, Fiona MacLaren in BRIGADOON, Cumie Barrow in BONNIE & CLYDE, and Ensemble in OUR TOWN, the Opera. She would like to thank her friends and family for their constant love and support.
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COURTNEY MITCHELL
(Mrs. Brill)
When Courtney told people that she was playing the prickly Mrs. Brill, they all had the same reaction: She must have been typecast. While that could very well have been the case, she is, nonetheless, happy to be returning to the Plaza stage for her second show with this theatre company. Earlier this year she played another cockney cook, Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST here at Plaza Co. In between those shows she played a comically sadistic version of the Narrator in INTO THE WOODS with the Carnegie Players and assistant directed STEEL MAGNOLIAS at that theatre as well. Courtney would like to thank her husband and children for putting up with her crazy schedule and her parents for all of the extra childcare. You're the best people!
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KATY WOOD
(Mrs. Brill)
KATY WOOD is delighted to be back for her sixth show on the Plaza Co stage. (She’s set to earn that robe at around 2025!) She was last seen as the wheel-chair wielding Mrs. Snow in POLLYANNA. Her other roles include Mrs. Edith Wilkins in DEAR RUTH, Martha Brewster in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE, Cordelia Drexel-Biddle in THE HAPPIEST MILLIONAIRE, and Veta, in HARVEY. “Thank you, Scott, Christopher and Julia for your love and patience, and Lisa Kay Fletcher for sharing your gift in vocal coaching.”
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RUTH ANN WARWICK
(Bird Woman/Stage manager)
Ruth Ann is exited to be back on stage. You may have seen her on stage in HEAVEN CAN WAIT, POLLYANNA, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, DEAR RUTH, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, A CHRISTMAS CAROL in 2012, RAGTIME or FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Ruth Ann has also been privileged to stage manage THE SECRET GARDEN, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, SHREK THE MUSICAL, THE WIZARD OF OZ, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, CAMELOT, THE KING AND I and WHITE CHRISTMAS here at Plaza. She has also appeared in MARY POPPINS and stage managed THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Granbury Theatre Company as well as costuming 1776, IS HE DEAD and THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES there with her accomplished daughter Emily. Ruth Ann is grateful for the opportunity to reprise her role as the Bird Woman and to work with and learn from this wonderful directing and production team and thanks this outstanding cast and crew for their cooperation and all of their hard work. "All my love and thanks to Jim, Jace and Emily, who bring light and joy to every day."
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QUENTIN SCOTT
(Robertson Ay)
Although no stranger to performing, this is Quentin's first show at Plaza Theatre, and in his own words he's "delectated by the opportunity to be performing with such a talented cast of actors". Having played a number of comedic roles over the years, mostly in shows at his old high school in Burleson, it's apparent that nothing delights him more than making others laugh, and this show has given him yet another chance to do so.
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JAY A CORNILS
(Admiral Boom/Chairman)
After taking the summer off, Jay returns to the Plaza stage having last been seen as Antonio and the Second Watchman in Cleburne’s Second Annual Shakespeare in the Park presentation of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. Also, previously this year, Jay appeared as Felix in the riotous Sherlock Holmes’ Murder Mystery/Comedy THE GAMES AFOOT and as Mr. Jordan in the classic HEAVEN CAN WAIT, both of which were presented by the Plaza Theatre Company. In between those two shows he appeared as Muchnik at the Granbury Opera House in the Granbury Theatre Company’s performance of THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORORS. MARY POPPINS marks Jay’s 33rd show with PTC. Jay is the author of two published novels, The Cross of Lorraine and A Litany of Angels. In all things, Jay is supported by his greatest blessing, his lovely and gifted wife Corlis.
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RYLEE MULLEN
(Jane Banks)
Rylee is so honored to be a part of this magical musical. This will be her 9th show at Plaza Theatre. She is also involved at Plaza Academy and spent her summer being a counselor. Some of her favorite roles include Narrator in JOSEPH....DREAMCOAT, Ghost of Christmas Past in CHRISTMAS CAROL, and Marta in SOUND OF MUSIC. She has been taking voice lessons for 8 years. She loves to read, sing, tap dance, and run Cross Country.
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ASHER DEMONTALVO
(Michael Banks)
Asher is excited to be making his first appearance on the Plaza Theater stage. He has been in more than 30 productions with some of his favorites being Jeremy in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, Rip the Wolf in THE THREE LITTLE WOLVES, Izzy the Mouse in TWAS THE NIGHT and King Hubert in SLEEPING BEAUTY. Asher would like to thank God, his family and the ever patient Mrs Natalie and MS. Jen for their love, support and tolerance of his silliness.
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NICHOLAS REED
(Michael Banks)
Nicholas is delighted to be performing in his first show at Plaza! However, he is not entirely new to the stage. Most recently Nick has performed as the villain Haman in ESTER: THE MUSICAL at Christ Church Fort Worth. Nicholas previously attend TeSa, (Texas School of the Arts), and performed in various Christmas and Spring productions. One of these included the role of Scat Cat in ARISTOCATS. Currently Nicholas attends FWAFA, (Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts). He is also a part of the highly accredited Texas Boys Choir, which is known internationally!
Nicholas is very excited to be a part of his first production at Plaza!
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KATHERINE ANTHONY
(Miss Lark)
Katherine feels lucky to be performing for you in Mary Poppins! Probably because she's shaken the hand of many a chimney sweep. She was last seen on the Plaza stage as Dorcas in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, which quickly became her favorite show she's ever had the joy of performing. Beyond the Plaza stage, you may have seen her most recently over in Granbury as Lina Lamont in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN! Katherine would love to thank her parents for always supporting her and believing in her. Most importantly, Katherine wants to thank her baby girl, Jaydn Eve for always being excited for Mommy's new endeavors! "Je t'aime, Petite!"
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MONICA GLENN
(Miss Lark)
Monica is so excited to be back at Plaza for her sixteenth show. She loves doing shows at Plaza and is excited to b part of this family. Her favorite roles include Ruth in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE at Plaza Theatre, PHYLLIS in 42nd Street at Plaza Theatre,and Virtue in ANYTHING GOES with Stolen Shakespeare Guild, where she also choreographed CRAZY FOR YOU. She is a Column award winning Stage Manager for AIDA at Plaza Theatre n 2009. She loves dancing and takes every opportunity to do so. She teaches Pre- Kindergarten in Fort Worth and enjoys every minute of it. She also is excited to share the stage with one of her favorite pets, Ollie who plays the adorable Willoughby. Thanks for being so chill Ollie boy! She would also like to thank her family for letting her "out" to do another show and especially to mom and dad who were Ollie's wranglers. You guys are the best!
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KATHY LEMONS
(Miss Andrew)
Kathy is thrilled to be returning to the Plaza stage. She was last seen here as Marmee in LITTLE WOMEN. Other Plaza roles include: Glinda in WIZARD OF OZ, Wicked Witch, et al in SHREK, Nimue in CAMELOT, Esther Simowitz in BREAKING UP, Mrs. Peacock in CLUE THE MUSICAL, Mother Abbess in SOUND OF MUSIC. She has also worked with GPAC and Granbury Theatre Company. She studied vocal performance at Howard Payne University, holds a Master’s degree from SWBTS, and has recorded one album. This will be her third time to play the role of Miss Andrew in less than a year! It seems she enjoys spooning out doses of “Brimstone and Treacle.” Kathy hopes everyone will enjoy their trip to Cherry Tree Lane with this wonderful cast and crew. As always, “My love to Jim who keeps a song in my heart!”
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HENRY CAWOOD
(Neleus/Dance Corps)
Henry is thrilled to be back on the Plaza stage! You may remember him from other performances here at Plaza such as Colin in THE SECRET GARDEN, Pugsley in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, Jimmy Bean in POLLYANNA, Young Shrek/Pig in SHREK THE MUSICAL, Mayor of Munchkinland in WIZARD OF OZ, Linus in A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, Jojo in SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, Louis Leonowens in KING AND I, Randolph in BYE, BYE BIRDIE, and the little boy in RAGTIME. His other acting credits include: Charlie Bradley in THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (Carnegie), Billy and Yeshua in THE PROMISE, River City Boy in THE MUSIC MAN (Lyric stage), Oliver in OLIVER! (ACT), Chip and LeFou in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR (ACT), and Aladdin in ALADDIN, JR. (TAFA). Opera credits include Amahl in AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS. Henry attends Travis Academy of Fine Arts where he studies music, art, violin, and musical theater. He also studies tap with Gracey Tune and Eli Holley and Abi Abel at Arts 5th Avenue.
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NATE MILSON
(Northbrook/Park Keeper)
Nate is thrilled to be joining good friends on stage for Mary Poppins the musical. Previous Plaza credits include SMOKEY JOES CAFE, THE SECRET GARDEN, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS. other credits include OKLAHOMA!, HELLO DOLLY, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, LEGALLY BLONDE among others. Nate would like to thank his parents for their continued love and support.
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AMBER LANNING
(Mrs. Corry)
Amber Lanning is an international actress, singer, director and choreographer. She has a Masters in Theatre from Lamar University and is certified in the Meisner Approach to Acting by the True Acting Institute with Larry Silverberg. You might have seen Amber recently as Suzy in THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, Chiffon in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and Irene Molloy in HELLO, DOLLY! with the Granbury Theatre Company. Amber's first show at Plaza Theatre Company was Smokey Joe's Cafe and she is pleased to be returning for another show.
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JOHN PERNA JR.
(Dance Corps)
John Perna Jr. (also known as JP) has been performing since freshman year in high school. Currently he is 20 years old and is wanting to be a professional performer. This will be his first show in Texas since moving from Idaho in the beginning of the year. He has done the show MARY POPPINS two times before this, first as Von Hussler and then as Neleus, and loves that he can do it again as a different role. He is currently building up his resume so he can gain experience to make it to Broadway to show off his talents as a triple threat.
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JACESON BARRUS
(Von Hussler/set designer)
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STORMY LEE
(Katie Nanna/ensemble)
Stormy is excited to be back on the Plaza stage as Katie Nana with such a magical and practically perfect cast and crew. You might have seen her here before in some of her favorite shows such as THE SECRET GARDEN, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and SANDER'S FAMILY CHRISTMAS. Stormy is so thankful for a place like Plaza with patrons like you where she can share what she loves best with her family, friends, and community. Stormy would like to also thank her children for always cheering her on even at rehearsals!
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EDEN BARRUS
(Annie/Dance Corps)
Is exited to appear in her 31st show here at PlazaCo. Past favorite roles include Dance Corp in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT at Plaza academy, French ancestor in THE ADDAMS FAMILY at PlazaCo, Mary Lennox in THE SECRET GARDEN at Grandbury theatre company and Amaryllis in THE MUSIC MAN at Lyric stage. Eden would like to send love to her Mom, Dad,Tabitha and Saúl Parker, Cameron, Mimi, Jonah and of course little Charlie.
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JASON PHILLIP COLE
(Constable/ensemble)
Jason is thrilled to be returning to Plaza Theatre after just finishing SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE. Previous roles at Plaza include Scarecrow in THE WIZARD OF OZ, Dr. Chilton in POLLYANNA and Mordred in CAMELOT. Jason has also worked with the Granbury Theatre Company playing Bert in MARY POPPINS, Cornelius Hackl in HELLO, DOLLY! and Cosmo Brown in SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN. "For my wife and daughter. Love."
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TRISTAN ARNOLD
(Constable/ensemble)
Tristan Arnold is excited to perform in his first show at Plaza Theatre Company. He is a freshman at the University of Texas at Arlington majoring in Theatre Arts with a specialization in Musical Theatre. Past roles include Carl in BELLS ARE RINGING; Lord Farquaad, SHREK THE MUSICAL; and Pierre, THE BOYFRIEND, all held at Burleson High School. He would like to thank his parents for all of their love and support.
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DAVID MIDKIFF
(Captain Dance Corps)
David is thrilled to be back onstage here at Plaza! He is an 9th grader at Travis Academy of Fine Arts. Some of David's past roles have been Huckleberry Finn in BIG RIVER, Gideon in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Zebulon/Dance Corps in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT TEEN CAMP a French Ancestor in the Column Award-winning production of THE ADDAMS FAMILY and Baby John in WEST SIDE STORY TEEN CAMP, all here with Plaza, John in PETER PAN, Ensemble in HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS at Casa Mañana, and Yeshua and Billy at THE PROMISE AT GLEN ROSE. When not onstage or at school, David takes musical theatre and dance classes at Casa Mañana and Plaza Academy of Fine Arts. But most of all, he enjoys being with his family and friends that support him through all his endeavors.
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ANNA LOONEY
(Dance Corps)
Anna is so excited to be a part of this great show! She has also been on stage most recently as a townsperson in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, ensemble in HIGH SCHOOL MUDICAL all at Plaza Co. and always loves being a part of Plaza Academy's Summer Camps where she's been in the ENSEMBLE for WEST SIDE STORY. Anna previously took classes at the amazing plaza academy, she enjoys dancing, acting, and singing, this is her 13th show at plaza and she hopes to be in many more. "Thank you Luke & Rachel for giving me this amazing opportunity and to my family for all of their love and support!"
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EMMA WHITEHORN
(Fannie/Dance Corps)
Emma is thrilled to be a part of this Plaza production. Some of her past performances include 42ND STREET, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, KING AND I, SUESSICAL, BYE BYE BIRDIE, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL all with PTC. Her favorite role was Beth Bradley in THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER with the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players. Emma is 14 years old, she loves acting, singing and dancing. "Thank you mom and dad for driving me to rehearsals. Most of all I thank God for the gift of acting! Matthew 5:16"
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GRACE DALLEY
(Dance Corps)
Gracie was introduced to the stage when she enrolled in some of the first musical theater classes offered at Plaza almost a decade ago. She was a painfully shy child (hard to believe if you know her now!), and her parents couldn't believe their eyes when Gracie performed with her class at her recital. Gracie is no longer shy, and MARY POPPINS is her seventh show with Plaza. In addition to dancing and singing, she also loves to play field hockey and soccer.
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LENA MORALEZ
(Dance Corps)
Lena is so excited to be a part of this great show! She has also been on stage as an orphan in ANNIE, ensemble in CAMELOT & BEAUTY... BEAST all at Plaza Co., the Golden Harp in INTO THE WOODS at GCCP, and always loves being a part of Plaza Academy's Summer Camps where she's been in the Dance Corp for WEST SIDE STORY and JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. Lena is an 10th grade homeschooler who enjoys dancing, acting, and singing & takes classes at Plaza Academy. "Thank you Luke & Rachel for giving me this amazing opportunity and to my family for all of their love and support!"
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MADDIE ALMOND
(Dance Corps)
Maddie is thrilled to be a part of this amazingly talented cast of MARY POPPINS. Her favorite shows she's to have been a part of here at PlazaCo are 42ND STREET, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, CAMELOT, and JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. Maddie enjoys dancing, singing, and reading in her free time. A Junior and volunteer at SALT Co-op in DeSoto, and a student at Plaza Academy. "Thanks Luke and Rachel for letting me be a part of this wonderful show!"
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MARISSA WHEAT
(Dance Corps)
Marissa is a freshman at Christian Life Preparatory School. She joined Plaza Academy in the summer of 2015 and has performed as part of the dance corps in WEST SIDE STORY and JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. She then became part of the ShowStoppers Company and was given the role of Gabriella in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, JR and will play the role of Mayzie in SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, JR both in the spring and at the Junior Theatre Festival. Marissa has been dancing for 12 years and her favorite style is tap. She has been in several school theatre productions and has won awards for various roles in One Act Play competitions. Marissa thinks life would be perfect if we could all just sing and dance our way through it! "Thank you to my mom and dad for all the love and support you have given me!"
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SAMANTHA BOND
(Dance Corps)
Samantha is thrilled to be part of the dance corps in such an exciting show. She has performed in WHITE CHRISTMAS, and SEUSSICAL at Plaza Theatre. She loves being part of Plaza Academy and has performed many shows with them including JOSEPH, WEST SIDE STORY, and HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. She enjoys being part of Plaza Academy's ShowCo musical theatre class as well as tap and hip hop classes. When she isn't at class or rehearsal you will find her reading, writing, drawing, or playing the piano in her free time.
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ALLIE BOND
(ensemble)
Allie loves performing with Plaza Theatre! She has performed in SEUSSICAL and SEVEN BRIDES at Plaza. She is an member of Plaza Academy and has performed in productions such as PETER PAN, JUNGLE BOOK, and HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. Allie always looks forward to her tap, ballet, and ShowCo musical theatre class at Plaza Academy. She also is on swim team, plays piano, crafts, reads, and enjoys playing outside!
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BAYLOR CAIN
(ensemble)
Baylor is excited to be performing in his first main stage show at PlazaCo. He enjoyed his first performance this summer as Horace in 101 DALMATIANS at Plaza Academy. Baylor is a 6th grader at Kerr Middle School. He enjoys playing football and basketball, percussion in the band and drama select at school, and youth group activities at his church. He is thankful to God for this opportunity and wants to thank his family and friends for all of their support! He wants to give a special thanks to Tabitha for the encouragement to pursue this opportunity!
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DEVAN WENGER
(ensemble)
Devan is very excited to be a part of MARY POPPINS as her first show at Plaza Theatre. While a student at Burleson High School, she played Fiona in SHREK THE MUSICAL, Gwynne in BELLS ARE RINGING, Dulcie in THE BOY FRIEND, and a dancer in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. This holiday season Devan will debut as an elf in Casa Manana's SANTA CLAUS THE MUSICAL. Devan hopes you enjoy the show!
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ERIN SHIRLEY
(ensemble)
Erin is very exited to be a part of MARY POPPINS. This is by far her favorite production this year.
You might remember her as Alice Wendelken in BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, ZuZu in IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, or Kelsi Nielson in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL.
"Thanks to my family for all of the support, time and effort they put into driving me to and from rehearsal!" And "Thanks to Tabitha Ibarra for helping improve my musical theatre skill!"
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HUNTER PATRICK
(ensemble)
Hunter is excited to be returning to the Plaza stage. She recently made her debut in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Hunter is 11 years old and has had a love for theatre since an early age. She is currently studying musical theatre, tap and hip hop at Plaza Academy. She has been honored to perform in many productions with the academy, including HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR., 101 DALMATIONS JR., CINDERELLA JR., and PETER PAN JR. Hunter will also be attending the Junior Theatre Festival in January with the academy. She would like to thank her family and friends for all of their love and support.
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JULIA WOOD
(ensemble)
This is Julia Wood's fourth time to set foot on the PlazaCo stage. She played a Duloc Dancer and one of the Three Blind Mice in SHREK! THE MUSICAL, and she was in the Teen Musical Camp production of WEST SIDE STORY. Other roles around Fort Worth have been a Silly Girl in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Ancestor Lin in MULAN, JR. and Alice in THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER. She has also loved playing in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, and CHARLOTTE'S WEB. Julia is a student at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts. “Thank you, Mom, for always remembering to bring snacks!”
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KELLIE BLANKENSHIP
(ensemble)
Kellie is so excited to be in one of her dream shows of Mary Poppins being a huge Disney fan. This is her first Plaza production and she feels honored to be on this stage with such an amazing cast! She appeared in the ensemble this summer in the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Player's production of INTO THE WOODS and she's enjoying being back in Cleburne again for Mary Poppins. Kellie would like to thank her family for putting up with not seeing much of her for three months and she feels blessed to share the stage with her daughter Natalie! "Anything can happen if you let it!"
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KENLIE EARHEART
(ensemble)
Kenlie is excited to be apart of the ensemble group for MARY POPPINS at PlazaCo. You may have also seen her in BEAUTY AND BEAST as Chip by PlazaCo. She has been apart of 101 DALMATIANS, CINDERELLA, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR., CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS AND ALADDIN 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, going to her brother's football games, and spending time with her family. Thanks to my Parents, Ms.Amy and Robin for driving me to rehearsals.
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LILY MCCLENDON
(ensemble)
This is Lily's second Plaza main stage performance. She is excited to dance and sing with her Plaza friends. Past performances include Mary Lennox in SECRET GARDEN, and Plaza Academy performances Gabriella Montez in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR., Scotty dog in 101 DALMATIONS, and ensemble in PETER PAN, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, and CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS. Lily is part of the JTF cast of Plaza Academy students going to Atlanta, Ga in January performing SEUSICAL THE MUSICAL, JR. Lily is a 6th grader at Elder Elementary in Joshua.
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NATALIE BLANKENSHIP
(ensemble)
Natalie is so happy to be in her second big production in Cleburne. She appeared in the ensemble in Cleburne Carnegie Player's production of Into the Woods with her mom, and she is having a blast again with her mom in Mary Poppins! Natalie performed on the Plaza stage in Cinderella Kids last Summer and she's happy to be back this year! She has also appeared in various roles in Ben Stevenson's production of the Nutcracker at Bass Hall for the past three years. Natalie would like to thank her family for being so supportive of her budding theatrical journey!
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NICOLE WHEAT
(Co-Choreographer)
Nicole is the owner of Dance Fusion in Alvarado. She has enjoyed teaching dance to children of all ages for about 22 years! She is also an art and preschool teacher at Holy Cross Christian Academy. This is Nicole's first theatre production to be a part of and it has been a wonderful experience! "I have learned so much and met some pretty fantastic people!" Nicole has been married for 17 years to Jacob and they have one daughter, Marissa. "Thank you to Plaza Theatre Company for welcoming me and allowing me this opportunity to work on MARY POPPINS!"
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DOUG HENRY
(Music Director)
DOUG HENRY (Musical Director) Doug thanks the Lord God for his blessings and his wife, Marla, for her continuing support. This is Doug’s twelfth PTC/ Plaza Academy production in which he has served as musical director, having previously directed the music for the award winning ADDAM’S FAMILY, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, WHITE CHRISTMAS, 42nd STREET, LITTLE WOMEN, BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO, teen camp productions WEST SIDE STORY & JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNOCOLOR DREAMCOAT, & four summer kid’s musicals. Once a nightclub singer throughout New York’s famous “borscht circuit,” Doug’s professional & community theatre experience in Texas, Kansas & New York also includes lead & supporting roles in OKLAHOMA, MAN OF LA MANCHA, A MOST HAPPY FELLA, THE DESERT SONG, FUNNY GIRL, MUSIC MAN, HELLO DOLLY, ANNIE, COLE, THE DROWSEY CHAPERONE, HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS…, CRAZY FOR YOU, WHITE CHRISTMAS & BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO. Locally in the last 8 years, he has performed at Lyric Stage in Irving, the Garland Su
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LUKE AND RACHEL HUNT
(Directors)
Although they have been life partners for 22 years, Luke and Rachel have only recently begun directing together. They co-directed SECRET GARDEN at Plazaco this year. You may remember other shows that they've worked on as a director/choreographer team including SHREK THE MUSICAL, CAMELOT, and DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS at Plazaco, as well as LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and 1776 at Granbury Theatre Company. Rachel is thrilled to be included in Plazaco's slate of directors and can't thank her wonderful husband, brilliant cast & crew, and JTAM enough. "Anything can happen if you let it!"
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