JUDE LEWIS
(Annie )
Jude is very excited to perform In her first Plaza show! She is so glad that she got to meet all the wonderful people at Plaza! She has performed in other shows such as Julie in FROSTY THE SNOWMAN at Casa Manana, Summer in SCHOOL OF ROCK and Mushu in MULAN at Theatre Arlington, and many more. "Thank you to all the cast and crew for making the show amazing, My wonderful mother and grandmother for driving me to rehearsals, and Braums for always staying open past ten!"
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LAUREN SCOTT
(Annie )
Lauren is delighted to be part of this timeless musical in her Plaza Theater Company debut! Prior roles include: Young Cynthia Ann, QUANAH, Lyric Stage; Jane Banks, MARY POPPINS, Firehouse Theater; Flounder, DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR., Theatre Arlington; and Lucy, THE LION, THE WITCH & THE WARDROBE, Theatre Arlington. Lauren would like to thank her fun and talented cast members, crew, and Directors for creating an unforgettable show! 1 Peter 4:10
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JACESON P. BARRUS
(Oliver Warbucks )
As resident Artistic Director at PlazaCo, JaceSon has been fortunate to appear on the Plaza stage many times. Past roles include Adam Pontipee in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Frank Butler in ANNIE GET YOU GUN and Captain von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC among others. He loves trivia, classic movies and American history and can often be found watching obsure documentaries just for fun unless he's listening to Showtunes or his beloved U2. He's most grateful to be a husband to the lovely Tina, Dad to 7 - Tabitha (and husband Saul), Parker, Cameron, Eden, Mimi, JJ and Charlie, and Grandpa to the beautiful Gemma Violet. "Good will ever come!"
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MILETTE SILER
(Miss Hannigan )
Milette is honored to be back onstage in such an infectiously fun musical. As the 'M' in the 'JTAM' co-founding producers here at PlazaCo, Milette has appeared in many productions, last seen as Prudy Pingleton in HAIRSPRAY. She has also been Aldonza in THE MAN OF LA MANCHA, the Baker's Wife in INTO THE WOODS, Martha in SECRET GARDEN, and Eliza in MY FAIR LADY, just to name a few. When Milette is not appearing on stage, she moonlights as a registered dietitian for Moncrief Cancer Institute, a career she absolutely loves. Milette also sends big hugs and kisses to her wonderful family, as well as her castmates who constantly humble her with their talent and positive energy. Break legs!
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STACEY GREENAWALT
(Miss Hannigan )
Stacey's very first show at Plaza was the 2011 production of ANNIE. Six years later, she is ridiculously thrilled to be playing Miss Hannigan, a role she's drooled over since she was barely old enough to play the orphan Annie! She's been singing and performing for more than thirty years on various stages: cedar chests, school cafeterias, backyard monkey bars, gymnasiums, football fields, churches, golf courses, auditoriums, showers, and... well, theatres. Favorite roles include Lotty Wilton in ENCHANTED APRIL (for which she received a 2015 Column Award nomination), The Detective in CLUE THE MUSICAL, Jolene in DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, Ronnette in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, and both Yente and Fruma-Sarah in two different productions of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Most recently, Stacey appeared as Truvy in in Cleburne Carnegie Players' production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS.
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CAITLAN LEBLO
(Grace Farrell)
Caitlan is thrilled to be back on the Plaza Theatre Co. stage! Favorite shows at PTC include SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE, ADDAMS FAMILY, LITTLE SHOP, BREAKING UP...DO, [TITLE OF SHOW], THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, BYE BYE BIRDIE, CRAZY FOR YOU, JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT and BEAUTY...BEAST. Other favorites include WONDERETTES: DREAM ON, SHREK, HELLO DOLLY, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, GODSPELL and LITTLE WOMEN with Granbury Theatre Co. Caitlan graduated from TCU and teaches theatre at Granbury Middle School. She is grateful for the opportunity to share the stage with her amazing husband and beautiful baby girl.
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JOSH LEBLO
(Rooster )
Josh is excited to return to the Plaza Theatre Co. stage! Favorite shows at PTC include SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ, ADDAMS FAMILY, LITTLE SHOP…, BREAKING UP…, BYE, BYE BIRDIE, a quick step-in run as a gangster in DROWSY CHAPERONE, ANNIE, CRAZY FOR YOU and JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. Other favorites include HELLO DOLLY, GODSPELL, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and LITTLE WOMEN with Granbury Theatre Co. He would like to thank God, his loving wife and daughter for always believing in him.
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STEPHEN SINGLETON
(Rooster )
Stephen has enjoyed doing many productions here at Plaza: this will be his twentieth. He was last seen here at Plaza as Dennis Sanders (one of the twins) in SOMKE...HOMECOMING, as Cosmo Brown in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, and as LUCENTIO in TAMING OF THE SHREW; Plaza's Shakespeare in the park production. After Graduating from UTA with a Bachelors in Music composition, Stephen now teaches dance in Arlington, reads, and writes music when he is not doing theatre. Stephen is very grateful to have the time to be apart of a family at Plaza. Stephen Would like to thank his family, friends, and loving savior Jesus Christ for giving him the strength to do this show. "Let us praise Him"
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KELLY SINGLETON
(Lily )
Kelly is delighted to be back on stage for the 15th time here at Plaza! Recent favorite roles include Snoopy in YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, Anne in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Bianca in THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, and Denise in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN: HOMECOMING. She also got to reprise one of her absolute favorites, Betty Jean in THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES with the Granbury Theatre Company. Many thanks and much love to her family and friends both near and far. Merry Christmas!
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TINA BARRUS
(Lily )
Tina happily serves as PlazaCo's Director of Education as one of the Company's original founders but rarely gets to appear on stage. Here she is pleased to be able to reprise a role she has long adored. Tina also costumes most every Plaza production and is a multiple Column Awards recipient for Costume Design. Past favorite roles include Lina Lamont in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, Rose in ENCHANTED APRIL and Florence in MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES. She's the Mom to 7 fantastic kiddos and together with husband JaceSon recently became a Grandma for the first time. She hopes your holidays are happy and safe.
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BUD GILLETT
(Roosevelt )
BUD GILLETT (Roosevelt) makes his onstage debut in ANNIE and is eager to breathe life into one of America's most engaging and historic characters, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Bud comes to the Plaza Theatre Company after 37 years as an on-camera news reporter for Dallas-Fort Worth television stations KDFW and KTVT. While ANNIE is Bud's first turn under the lights since high school, he's come full circle in his love for Broadway musicals. He played trumpet in pit orchestras for WEST SIDE STORY, CAMELOT, GYPSY and THE KING AND I in his late teens and early twenties at Franke Park Outdoor Theatre in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Bud's degree is in Radio-TV-Film and Music from Indiana University, and he remains a huge Hoosiers basketball fan.
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EVELYN WOODY
(Molly )
Evelyn Woody (Molly) is excited about making her Plaza Theatre debut as Molly in ANNIE. Evelyn's previous roles include Glumpwart in RAPUNZEL at TOTS in Weatherford and chorus roles in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR., and ANNIE JR. with Martin Musicals.
" Thanks so much Daddy for watching my Bubba during rehearsal and my Mama, Aunt Michelle, Nana, and Dobie for helping get me to rehearsal. I can't forget to thank all of the teachers, family, and friends who never tell me I'm too young but always encourage me to reach for the stars."
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RUTH POWER
(Molly )
Ruth is over the moon to appear as Molly with Plaza Theatre Company! Previous credits include Ngana in SOUTH PACIFIC at Granbury Theatre Company and ensemble roles in MEET ME IN ST LOUIS and ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR. also in Granbury. Ruth trains at Granbury Theatre Academy and Phoenix Performance Studio. She also loves competitive gymnastics and soccer. Thank you to my parents and WIlliam and Mary for supporting me and believing in me. Keep smiling, because "you're never fully dressed without a smile!"
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AUDREY ANN MCKEE
(Kate )
Audrey Ann has loved the stage and performing, ever since she was born! She was last seen in Joseph at GTC and Minnie May in Anne of Green Gables, here at Plaza. Her favorite role she has played was Tootie, in Meet Me in St.Louis at Granbury Theatre Co. Other past roles include, an orphan and gang member in Oliver, & the little sour kangaroo in Seussical the Musical Jr. She is a voice student of Shannah Rae and would like to thank her for always believing in her and pushing her to be her best!
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ELLA SCARBOROUGH
(Kate )
Ella is a 6-year old 1st grader at Hillsboro Elementary School. She is excited to make her debut at Plaza Theatre Company as Kate. Ella loves to sing and dance. She participates in gymnastics and piano lessons. She gives thanks to Jodi and Soni Barrus for the opportunity to perform in ANNIE, and thrilled to perform alongside her sister Caroline, who is playing the part of Pepper.
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ALLISON BOND
(Tessie )
Allie is very excited to be a part of this production of ANNIE! You may have seen her in SEVEN BRIDES, SEUSSICAL as Cindy Lou Who, and ANNE OF GREEN GABLES as Lottie Wright. She loves theatre but also enjoys dancing, baking, crafting and playing with her sibling. "Thank you Soni and Jodie Barrus for letting me be a part of this show!"
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JENTREY SULLIVAN
(Tessie )
Jentrey is excited to be participating in her 5th Plaza prodution. She was privilaged to play Young Louisa in Zorro The Musical, Young Diana Berry in Anne of Green Gables, Carol Cratchett in A Christmas Carol, and in the ensemble in Mary Poppins. Jentrey loves tap dancing, eating food, and sleeping. She would like to make a shout out to her dad for making the best BBQ ribs EVER!
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GRACE HENINGTON
(July )
Grace is an almost 11-year old 5th grader and is thrilled to be in her first production at the Plaza Theatre Company! She has performed previously with various children's theaters in the Dallas area. Some favorite roles have been as Rumpleteazer in CATS, Charlie in WILLY WONKA, and Annie in ANNIE JR. She would like to thank Jodie and Soni Barrus for this opportunity and the rest of the cast and crew for making this such an unforgettable experience! Thanks also to family and friends for all your support!
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KENLIE EARHEART
(July )
Kenlie is thrilled to be back on the main stage performing in ANNIE. This is her 5th main stage show for Plaza Theatre. She has performed in the ANNE OF GREEN GABLES as Young Diane, CHRISTMAS CAROL as Carol boy/ Turkey Boy and Ghost of Christmas Past, MARY POPPINS AND Chip in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. She has also been in ALL SHOOK UP, SUESSICAL,101 DALMATIANS, CINDERELLA, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, PETER PAN JR. AND ALADDIN JR productions by Plaza Academy.
She is in 7th grade at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts. She really enjoys taking tap, hip hop, pointe, ballet and musical theater at Plaza Academy. She is looking forward to performing Lion King Jr. at Junior Theater Festival and again in the Spring at Plaza Academy.
She loves making up dances, singing in the car, spending time with her family and friends. She would like to thank her parents for their constant support and motivation. She would also like to thank her grandparents for their support and shuttling her to and fr
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ELLI HAYES
(Duffy )
Elli is ecstatic to be making her a debut at Plaza Theatre Company. Elli is a 6th grader at Tison Middle School in Weatherford. She most recently appeared as The Cheshire Cat in ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR at Granbury Theatre Academy. Some of her favorite roles include Lumiere, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR, Martin Musicals and Molly, ANNIE JR, Martin Musicals. Other shows include DR. DOLITTLE JR, LITTLE MERMAID JR and PETER PAN. Elli is also very excited about her upcoming role as The Wicked Witch in THE WIZARD OF OZ JR with Martin Musicals. “Thanks Mom and Dad for the love and support, and thank you Mom & Mrs. Baker, for giving me my love of musical theatre!”
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MIRANDA BARRUS
(Duffy )
Miranda has all but grown up here on the Plaza stage during her 11 years and is pleased as punch to get to be in ANNIE once again, this time as Duffy having appeared in the show as little Molly when Plaza last did the show 6 years ago. You might have seen her as Young Anne in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Mary Lennox on THE SECRET GARDEN or as Gretl in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. She sends love to all her Sibs and thanks to Mom and Dad for letting her live such a crazy, fun-filled life.
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CAROLINE SCARBOROUGH
(Pepper )
Caroline is an 11- year old 6th grader at Hillsboro Junior High. She loves the stage and is thrilled to be making her Plaza Theatre debut as Pepper. Her most recent and favorite roll was Annie in ANNIE JR. for Hillsboro Intermediate School. Other productions include ALADDIN and WILLY WONKA. Caroline is active in UIL, OAP, Destination Imagination, and enjoys volleyball, softball, piano, and dance. She is grateful that Jodi and Soni Barrus are giving her the opportunity to perform in ANNIE, and is excited to perform alongside her sister Ella, who is playing the part of Kate. A special thank you to Mrs. Laurie McDonald for initiating her passion for theatre and fine arts.
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EMILY BENNETT
(Annette )
Emily Bennett is very excited to return to the Plaza stage in her second production at Plaza Theatre Company. She loves to sing and dance more than anything on and off the stage. Her favorite previous roles include Audrey in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, Shelly in HAIRSPRAY and Zelda Zanders in SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN here at the Plaza. Emily is a sophomore at Tarrant County College and is majoring in early childhood education. She would like to thank her friends and family for their constant support and encouragement and a special shoutout to her sister Christina for being her #1 fan!
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MAKENNA CLARK
(Pepper)
Makenna is so excited to be in her first show at Plaza Theatre Company! Her other roles include Kiki in LEGALLY BLONDE and Rachel in STAR OF BETHLEHEM. “Thank you to my parents, my brother/best friend, my family (who I know is reading this), everyone involved with the show, Lauren Shirk and Shannah Rae for helping me perfect my skills to get onstage and Buddy the Elf for existing!"
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QUENTIN SCOTT
(Bert Healy / Servant / Cabinet)
Quentin Scott is delighted to be in yet another Plaza Theatre Company production, this time as the goofy radio host Burt Healy! While he has been in numerous Plaza shows over the past year(Such as MARY POPPINS, ANNE OF... GABLES, and TREASURE ISLAND to name a few), this is his first musical in quite some time, and he's excited to make the most of it. He would like to thank his friends and family that make practicing his favorite hobby at his favorite theater a reality!
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SAMANTHA BOND
(Annette )
Sam is excited to be in ANNIE this year! Some of her favorite roles have been Mrs.Gloop in WILLY WONKA at Plaza academy, a chimney sweep in MARY POPPINS, and a barfly in ALL SHOOK UP at Plaza academy. Samantha also loves to read, write, paint, and sleep. She would like to thank all of her closest friends for keeping her around, and her parents for picking her up from late-night rehearsals.
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MADISON HEAPS
(Boylan Sister, Cecille)
Madison is so thrilled to be working on this production! She is currently a sophomore at Texas Christian University where she is majoring in Communication Studies. Madison's favorite past roles include Mildred in KISS AND TELL, Narrator in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, and Anne Bonny in TREASURE ISLAND. She gives a huge thank you to everyone who worked on this show, her parents, and her sweetheart, Cameron.
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MARISSA WHEAT
(Boylan Sister / Servant / Star To Be)
Marissa Wheat is pleased to be returning to the Plaza Theatre stage in her 5th production! Marissa has been seen in MARY POPPINS, THE LITTLE MERMAID, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN and HAIRSPRAY. She has been dancing for 13 years and is an award winning member of the Divine Dance Company. Marissa has played a part of the Plaza Academy's ShowCo for the last two and a half years and has played Gabriella in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, JR, and Mayzie in SEUSSICAL, JR. She was also a hilarious Mayor Matilda in ALL SHOOK UP during the teen summer camp! Marissa would like to thank her parents for supporting her and praise to God for the gifts he has given her. 1Peter 3:3-4
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RYLEE MULLEN
(Boylan Sister / Servant)
Rylee is so excited to be cast in another show at Plaza Theatre! Some of her favorite roles have been Lorraine in ALL SHOOK UP, Shelley in HAIRSPRAY, Teen Anne in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Jane in MARY POPPINS, and Narrator in JOSEPH....DREAMCOAT. She enjoys singing, tapping and running. She would like to thank her family for supporting her and driving her to every rehearsal and show.
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RODNEY HUDSON
(Mr. Bundles / Jimmy Johnson / Drake / Cabinet)
Rodney is excited to be back on the Plaza stage with this years holiday production of ANNIE! Some past shows with PTC include HAIRSPRAY (Mr. Pinky/Et All), ANNE OF GREEN GABLES (Mr. Phillips/Fred Wright), SINGING IN THE RAIN (Rodney) and THE LITTLE MERMAID(Ensemble). Some favorite roles around DFW include Evita (Ensemble) with Greater Lewisville Community Theatre, Cabaret (KitKat Boy/Ensemble) with Garland Civic Theatre and Twelfth Night(Curio) with Artes De La Rosa. Rodney would like to give a big THANK YOU to Justin, Armani, his parents and sisters, Bentleigh and Winona Ryder!
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BENTLEIGH NESBIT
(Frida Mccracken / Mrs. Pugh / Cabinet)
Bentleigh is delighted to be returning to the Plaza stage! She is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington and the proud theatre teacher at McLean Middle School in Fort Worth. Bentleigh has been previously seen on the Plaza Stage in Treasure Island (Mary Reed), Singin in the Rain (Dora Bailey/Et All), and The Little Mermaid (Atina), as well as Arsenic and Old Lace (Lt. Rooney) and South Pacific (Bloody Mary) at the Granbury Opera House. Bentleigh would like to thank her family, friends, Ryan, Rodney, and Beyoncé for their love and support.
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STORMY LEE
(Frida Mccracken / Mrs Greer / Cabinet)
Stormy is more than excited to begin this adventure again as her 21st Plaza Co show! She had the pleasure of portraying ANNIE as a child, which carries such fond memories! She looks forward to this production from the ensemble perspective! You will have recently seen Stormy at other PlazaCo shows including CHRISTMAS CAROL, MARY POPPINS, THE SECRET GARDEN, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, SANDER'S FAMILY CHRISTMAS, SHE LOVES ME, and 42ND ST. 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). Stormy absolutely treasures stage managing, dressing, or serving as a stage hand for ZORRO, TREASURE ISLAND, ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, TAMING OF THE SHREW, ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, SINGIN IN THE RAIN, and MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES. Stormy also enjoys working with Cleburne Carnegie Players in AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, LES MISERABLES and 'TWAS THE NIGHT
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JOSH MCLEMORE
(Sound Effects Man / Servant)
Joshua is in ninth grader at Centennial high school. He loves performing for plaza and is very excited to be in this production of Annie. Joshua’s past productions have been 101 dalmatians, kiss and tell, west side story, Romeo and Juliet, high school musical, Joseph and the amazing Technicolor dream coat, Seussical, A Charlie Brown Christmas, singing in the rain, hairspray, Zorro the musical, and Plaza’s JTF performance of Seussical.
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MARY SULLIVAN
(Mrs Pugh / Cabinet)
Mary is excited to be performing in her first Plaza prodution. She dabbled in theatre in middle school through high school, playing roles such as Wendy in Peter Pan and Anne in Anne of Green Gables. She considered her theater days well behind her untill two of her children started acting in Plaza productions and inspired her to have the courage to try. She would like to thank her incredible husband for picking up the slack at home and always encouraging her to have adventures. She would also like to thank her 7 amazing children for eating so many crockpot meals so she could rush off to rehersals!
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SHANNON MADDOX
(Lt. Ward / Servant)
Shannon has been acting for almost 5 years now, this performance marking his first at Plaza. When not performing Shannon can usually be found dabbling in videography and tech, hoping to shorten the gap between theatre and technology. Shannon hopes to one day become an actor in any and every type of medium, and eventually become a theatre teacher. His most recent, and favorite, roles include Jonathan Brewster from ARSENIC AND OLD LACE and Ben Marco from THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE. Shannon would like to thank his cast mates for helping him adapt to such a different level than he's used to.
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SAM TARRON
(Cabinet / Servant)
Sam is a homeschooled Senior who also attends Travis Academy of Fine Arts, and is a member of Plaza Academy's ShowCo. Some of his favorite roles have been Flotsam in THE LITTLE MERMAID, part of the ensemble of BIG RIVER at Plaza Theatre Company, and Joseph in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT with Plaza Academy. He was most recently seen as Dennis in Plaza Academy's production of ALL SHOOK UP. In his spare time, Sam enjoys art, singing and acting. Sam would like to thank the Barrus family for all that they have done for him!
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ANNA LOONEY
(Servant)
Anna is very excited to once again be performing on the plaza stage. She has most recently performed in Zorro the musical, singing in the rain, and the little mermaid all at plaza. She has also Elaine in the carnage players production of Armenia and old lace. She would like to thank her family for all their love and support and sons and Jodi for this amazing opportunity.
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MADDIE ALMOND
(Servant)
Maddie is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful production of ANNIE. This is her 13th main-stage production here at Plaza, not including numerous shows with Plaza Academy. Some of her favorites have been 42ND STREET, BIG RIVER, CAMELOT, and JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, all here with PlazaCo! Maddie enjoys dancing, singing, reading, and hanging out with friends in her free time. She's a Senior and teacher at SALT in DeSoto, and a student at Plaza Academy. "Thank you Soni and Jodi for including Nixie and me in this wonderful show!"
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MATT VICTORY
(Lt. Ward)
Matt's previous Plaza appearances include ZORRO, HAIRSPRAY, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, THE LITTLE MERMAID, MARY POPPINS, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and SHE LOVES ME. Matt was born and raised in Cleburne but moved away to attend Harvard University where he completed a degree in Computer Science. He performed regularly at several professional and community theatres in the Boston, Seattle, and New York City areas. 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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MEREDITH SALTER
(Servant)
Meredith Salter is thrilled to be performing in her 3rd show at Plaza Theatre!
Some earlier credits include:
Teen Diana in Anne of Green Gables, Ensemble in All Shook Up, (Plaza Theatre Co.) Ensemble in Meet Me in St. Louis (Granbury Theatre Co.), Shandel in Fiddler on the Roof Jr., Mrs. Dilber in A Christmas Carol, Tiger in The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, Nun in The Sound of Music, Maxine in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, and Ozian in The Wizard of Oz. (Covenant Classical School) Meredith enjoys baking, experimenting with her hair, and hopes to see you enjoy the show!
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ANTHONY SULLIVAN
(Ensemble / Apple Seller)
Anthony is excited to be in his 5th show at Plaza! He recently played Young Ramon in ZORRO THE MUSICAL. Anthony enjoys singing, writing, playing his guitar, and animating small movies. Anthony is 13 years old and is consistently told that he looks like Mike from stranger things. Thanks to Eli, Mimi (Duffy), Lily, Hunter, Gavin, Jude (Annie), for helping me get into the theatre and most of all, my mom (Mary Sullivan) for doing her first show here at Plaza Theatre.
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ARIA LEBLO
(Baby)
Aria is bursting with excitement to be performing alongside her parents for the first time on the Plaza stage! Although she could not be seen, she was singing and dancing along on the inside in PTC's BREAKING UP...TO DO and LITTLE SHOP... Aria was also in HELLO DOLLY with Granbury Theatre Co. She would like to thank the Annie cast for welcoming her and watching out for her during rehearsals and shows!
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DONNA MOORE
(Ensemble )
Donna is enjoying getting to be on stage again with her daughter, Paige. It has been several years since she got to play and was excited to have another opportunity. This is Donna's fourth show at Plaza Theater. A huge thank you to Shauna for being the best double ever and the Plaza team for allowing me the opportunity to enjoy being on stage again. A hug and a kiss to my daughter, Paige, for still wanting me around even in her teenage years and to Jerry, just a few more weeks and I promise your will have clean clothes and dinner with the family again.
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JJ BARRUS
(Ensemble )
Jonah Jaxon is overwhelmed with joy to be in his first Plaza show as he is appearing as the newsboy in ANNIE. He comes from a long line of an acting family and is happy to get his first chance to try his hand. When not on stage JJ loves practicing his tumbling and playing every sport imaginable - especially baseball.
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LORELEI BELEK
(Ensemble )
Lorelei is very happy to be part of the final Plaza production at this location. She would like to thank Jodi and Soni Barrus for their instruction and guidance on how to be a hobo and a New York City shopper. She has absolutely loved being part of this cast and crew. She would also like to thank her Shaunamom for doing this show with her. She is looking forward to being a New York City shopper in real life, not so much a Hobo. Lorelei is a third grader at Gerard Elementary here in Cleburne. In her spare time she loves to tumble. A big shout out to Pap, Mom, Louie and Livianne. Love you guys!
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MEL DIYER
(Set Capt./Swing)
Mel is absolutely thrilled to be returning to the Plaza with yet another phenomenal cast and crew. Patrons may recognize Mel from multiple productions on Plaza's stage. Some favorites include The Drowsy Chaperone, Dirty Rotten Scoudrels, and most recently Treasure Island. Though more than comfortable onstage, Mel can usually be found backstage with the crew running set changes, designing effects, or mending different props or pieces. Mel would like to thank each and every patron who has come to enjoy this wonderful production and wish them all a peaceful and blessed holiday season because "without our amazing patrons, we wouldn't have the joyous opportunity to do what we absolutely love to do."
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PAIGE MOORE
(Ensemble )
Paige is a student at Nichols Middle School in Joshua. She loves to sing, play the piano and drums. She is the head spirit leader of the Nichols Belles Dance team. It has been a few years since she has been on stage. Her favorite parts were Gretyl in SOUND OF MUSIC, Little Fan in CHRISTMAS CAROL and of course playing an orphan the last time ANNIE was here at the Plaza. Thank you Soni and Jodi for letting me be a part of this show and doing something that I love. Thank you mom for saying yes and letting me do my 14th show also all the late nights and rehearsal.
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SHAUNA LEWIS
(Ensemble )
Bio
Shauna is happy to be back on the Plaza stage, most recently being seen as Louise in ALWAYS PATSY CLINE. Favorite past roles include Mrs. Medlock in SECRET GARDEN and the Wicked Witch in WIZARD OF OZ. Shauna is thrilled to be sharing the stage with her grand daughter, Lorelei. During the day, Shauna spends her time at Smith Middle School here in Cleburne. TCU alum with a MS in Speech. Baylor alum by marriage. Love you Jaybird!
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JODIE BARRUS & SONI BARRUS
(Directors)
Soni and Jodie are once again excited to be involved with an outstanding cast of Annieites who have put this production together. Besides directing productions at Plaza, you'll see Soni working on props, set dressing, and costumes for many productions. Jodie works in the box office and assists with house upkeep and other responsibilities on a daily basis. Since moving to Texas almost seven years ago, Soni and Jodie have directed FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE SOUND OF MUSIC. THE KING AND I, WIZARD OF OZ, HEAVEN CAN CAN WAIT, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Plaza, and THE SECRET GARDEN and ALL SHOOK UP at the Granbury Theatre Company. Prior to Texas, Soni has directed over fifty productions and together they directed SAVIOR OF THE WORLD at the Conference Center Theater in Salt Lake City.
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RUTH ANN WARWICK
(Stage Manager)
Ruth Ann is thrilled to reach a milestone with this production. You may have seen her on stage in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, RAGTIME, A CHRISTMAS CAROL 2012, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, DEAR RUTH, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, POLLYANNA, HEAVEN CAN WAIT or MARY POPPINS. Ruth Ann has also been privileged to stage manage WHITE CHRISTMAS, THE KING AND I, CAMELOT, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, THE WIZARD OF OZ, SHREK THE MUSICAL, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, THE SECRET GARDEN, MARY POPPINS, LITTLE MERMAID and SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN; HOMECOMING. She has appeared in MARY POPPINS, SHREK THE MUSICAL and stage managed THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Granbury Theatre Company as well as costuming 1776, IS HE DEAD and THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES She is grateful for the opportunity to work with and learn from the entire team with this amazing theatre and thanks them all for giving her a home where passion and purpose collide to become destiny. " All my love and thanks to Jim, Jace and Emily, who bring light and joy to each and every day."
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NICOLE WHEAT
(Choreographer)
Nicole Wheat is thrilled to be a part of another wonderful production here at Plaza. Over the last year, she has been the choreographer for THE LITTLE MERMAID and assistant choreographer for MARY POPPINS. Nicole is the owner of Dance Fusion in Alvarado and is currently a member of the Plaza Academy staff. Nicole would like to thank her husband, Jacob, for always supporting her and encouraging her to follow her dreams. She would also like to thank her daughter, Marissa, for introducing her to the world of musical theatre! "It's such a blessing to get to share this experience with you, Marissa!"
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