EMMA COLWELL
(Ariel)
has appeared on the Plaza stage as Alice in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Ancestor in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, and Corliss Archer in KISS AND TELL, for which she won a 2016 Column Award for Best Actress in a Play Non-Equity. Emma is an Equity Membership Candidate and also a 2016/2017 Texas Young Masters arts award recipient, and has appeared in several regional productions including Snow White in SNOW WHITE & THE PRINCE, Wendy in PETER PAN, Bird Girl in SEUSSICAL, JR, and CHILDREN OF EDEN at Casa Mañana; Louisa Von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Bluma in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Lyric Stage; and Margaret Moore in 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS at Dallas Children's Theatre. Emma would like to thank God, her family, Soni and Jodie Barrus, and all the Plaza Theatre producers for this wonderful opportunity to play a beloved Disney princess who never gives up on her dreams.
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JILLIAN GRACE HARRISON
(Ariel)
is a 2015 graduate of two Bachelors degrees from Ouachita Baptist University, 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 at PlazaCo as Belle/fiddle player in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, 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. Currently Jillian is auditioning in the area seeking a Masters of Music in Opera, she says "prayers welcome!" Jillian would like to dedicate her performance to the memory of her Aunt Monica.
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HENRY CAWOOD
(Flounder)
Henry is thrilled to be back on the Plaza stage doing another Soni and Jodie show! You may remember him from other performances here at Plaza such as Nelius in MARY POPPINS, 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), Snail in A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD(ACT), Michael Hobbs in ELF, JR(ACT), and Aladdin in ALADDIN, JR. (TAFA). Opera credits include Amahl in AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS.
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NATE MILSON
(Prince Eric)
Nate is blessed to have been given the opportunity to perform alongside such a wonderful, talented cast. Nate was most recently seen on the Plaza stage last season in MARY POPPINS. Other recent shows include SMOKEY JOES CAFE, THE SECRET GARDEN, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Nate would like to thank the producers and directors at Plaza theatre for all these amazing opportunities he's had. He would also like to thank his family for all their love and support.
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MATT VICTORY
(Sebastian)
Matt is thrilled to be back on the Plaza stage after playing Bert in MARY POPPINS, 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 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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JOEL LAGRONE
(King Triton)
Joel LOVES his grandkids! He Loves musical theatre. He loves beard roles most of all. THE LITTLE MERMAID is the perfect combination of his loves and he is passionate about playing the loving (if not overprotective) dad in this wonderful musical where his grandkids will remember! Other favorite beard roles have been LES MISERABLES Javert (mutton chops), MAN OF LA MANCHA Cervantes (goatee), CAMELOT Lancelot (stinger) and KINGDOM OF GRACE Jesus. When he's not driving back and forth from Keller, Joel sings Anthems for the Rangers MLB, sings with a neighborhood rock band, and engineers on the F35. Joel would like to dedicate his performance to his own loving father A.D. and his mother-in-law Peg who passed away last year.
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KOURTNEY LEIGH HARRIS
(Ursula)
) is very excited to be making her Plaza debut. She is a graduate from The University of Oklahoma School of Drama with a BFA in Drama. Kourtney is also a proud Pioneer and drama teacher at Chisholm Trail Intermediate in Keller ISD. Some of her favorite roles include: Adelaide in GUYS AND DOLLS, Carlotta in PHANTOM, Lucy in YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, Nurse in ROMEO AND JULIET, and Madame Aubert in TITANIC THE MUSICAL. Kourtney would like to thank her family, friends, coworkers and students for being so supportive. To my special guy. . . You're some kind of wonderful! And thank you to my God for saving my Poor Unfortunate Soul.
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NOLAN MORALEZ
(Scuttle)
Nolan is very excited to be performing in his 14th plaza production. He is 17 years old and enjoys dancing, singing, and acting more than anything. His favorite roles on the Plaza stage have been Tommy Banks in FATHER OF THE BRIDE, Andy in 42nd STREET, and Ephriam in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVON BROTHERS. His other favorite roles have been Bernardo Nunez in WEST SIDE STORY at Plaza Academy of Fine Arts, Dill Harrel in TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD at Cleburne Carnegie Players, and Mr. Darcy in PRIDE AND PREJIDUCE: THE MUSICAL at TAFA. He would like to thank Jaceson Barrus for this awesome opportunity and thanks to his friends and family for all of their love and support.
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G. AARON SILER
(Chef Louis)
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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JAY A. CORNILS
(Grimsby)
A regular face on the around here, Jay A Cornils is performing in his 35th Plaza show. With credits as stage manager for the 2013 production of SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN and assistant director for 2014 Column Award Winning production of ENCHANTED APRIL, Jay has worked directly in over a third of Plaza’s 105 productions. Of late here at PTC, he appeared in MARY POPPINS and THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES. However, his best performance in 2016 may have been as Henry Potter in the Carnegie Players Christmas production of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. Jay is the author of two published novels, The Cross of Lorraine (crossoflorraine.com) and A Litany of Angels. In all things, Jay is supported by his greatest joy and blessing, his lovely and gifted wife Corlis.
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AUSTON MCINTOSH
(Flotsam)
. Last seen on stage in Greater Cleburne Carnegie Player's production of TITANIC and Plaza's RAGTIME, Auston is very excited to be back on the Plaza stage after nearly 3 years. Since being on stage he has spent his time working in, and studying, Veterinary Medicine with a goal to be an Exotics Veterinarian. Some past, and favorite, roles include: Jack from INTO THE WOODS, Jesus in GODSPELLand Rathbone in TREASURE ISLAND. Auston would like to thank Sonni and Jodi for giving him the opportunity to join this cast and for their patience working around his busy work/school schedule. The Plaza Co. family truly is... the Bubbles!
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SAM TARRON
(Flotsam)
Sam is a homeschooled Junior who also attends Travis Academy of Fine Arts, and is a member of Plaza Academy's ShowCo. Some of his favorite roles have been barricade boy in Greater Cleburne Carnegie Player's production of LES MISERABLES, 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 Teen Scrooge in Plaza's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. In his spare time, Sam enjoys art, singing and acting.
Sam would like to thank Jodie and Soni Barruss for giving him the opportunity to be part of such a great production!
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DAVID GOZA
(Jetsam)
This is David's 21st show at Plaza (If you count his work in White Christmas, which he does) and is very excited to be playing in a Plaza show for his birthday (He wants hugs for gifts)! David feels truly blessed to have had the opportunity to work on so many shows here, and feels this theatre, as well as all the people in it, are the greatest and best. Thank you Jace, Aaron, Tina, and Milette for giving me so many wonderful memories.
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JACESON P. BARRUS
(Pilot)
JaceSon considers it an incredible honor to play this show with these amazing people. 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.
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BRAIDEN NESBIT
(Mersister)
Braiden is ecstatic to return to Plaza in her second show after performing in BIG RIVER. Braiden is currently a senior at Tarleton State University and will be graduating in May with a Bachelors degree in Communications with a emphasis in Public Relations and Event Management. She would like to thank her parents, family, Noah, Adahli and Jonesy for their constant support and motivation. In her free time Braiden enjoys spending time with her amazing sister, Bentleigh.
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EMMA DALLEY
(Mersister)
Emma's first experience on stage was playing Little Fan in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Plaza. This experience sparked her passion for singing, acting, and most of all dancing. Since then she has enjoying participating in several shows at Plaza, her favorites being WIZARD OF OZ and WEST SIDE STORY. Emma's other favorite things include doing makeup on herself and her friends, playing with her two dogs, and attending Trinity Valley School, where she is a cheerleader.
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KATHERINE ANTHONY
(Andrina)
Katherine cannot wait to have this show be a part of your world! She grew up watching the movie, even saw it in the theatres when it first came out, and wore out several VHS copies! Katherine has always longed for adventure and is so grateful that she can find it every time she sets foot on the stage! Some of her favorite roles include Dorcas Hoallum in SEVEN BRIDES....BROTHERS with Plaza, Susy Hendrix in WAIT UNTIL DARK at Granbury Theatre Company, and Lina Lamont in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at Granbury Theatre Company. Katherine is so excited to get to bring the story of Ariel to life for you, and especially happy that she can do so with two of her best friends. Many thanks go out to her parents, Brenda and Gene Adams, and Alan and Cecelia Anthony for always encouraging her to pursue her passions. Most importantly, Katherine would not be able to do any of this without the support of her daughter, Jaydn Eve; she puts up with a lot so that Katherine can have this outlet. "Je T'aime, Petite!"
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MADISON HEAPS
(Mersister)
Madison is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful show. 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 worked on this show, her parents, and Cameron.
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MARY ELIZABETH SMITH
(Aquata)
Mary is a graduate of Texas Tech University with a degree in Vocal Performance, and is the worship leader at First Baptist Lillian. Some of her favorite roles include Caroline Neville in TITANIC THE MUSICAL at Lubbock Moonlight Musicals, Wendy in PETER PAN at Lubbock Moonlight Musicals, and Miss Pinkerton in THE OLD MAID AND THE THIEF at Texas Tech Theatre. This is Mary's first time performing here at Plaza and she is thrilled that THE LITTLE MERMAID is the first of hopefully many more to come! She would like to thank her parents, Mike and Tonji Smith, for always supporting her and encouraging her to never give up on her dreams. She would also like to thank the wonderful new friends she's made for making this experience so much more special. "Thanks, Kathleen, for telling me to audition!"
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MCKENNA MEACHEM
(Atina )
McKenna Meachem is very excited to be a part of THE LITTLE MERMAID! Not only will she be performing as Atina the Mersister, she also is the wig stylist and is apart of the makeup artist team for this show! This will be her her 9th show at the Plaza Co. McKenna's most recent shows and roles have been BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Alice in BIG RIVER and co-choreographer for the teen camp show JOSEPH...DREAM COAT! Makeup and Styling are McKenna's favorite passion and interest. This will be McKenna's 5th time being a wig stylist and makeup artist for a show at Plaza Co.
Shout out to Maria Bautista, thank you for all of your help and encouragement! Also, THANK YOU Fort Worth carpool!
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RACHEL DANIELS
(Mersister)
Rachel is excited to be part of THE LITTLE MERMAID! She has previously appeared on the Plaza stage in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Her favorite roles include the Witch in INTO THE WOODS, Tzeitel in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Kate McGowan in TITANIC, Factory Girl in LES MISERABLES, and a Disciple in GODSPELL, all with the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players. She has also performed in DO YOU HEAR THE PEOPLE SING at American Airlines Center, RAGTIME IN CONCERT with Uptown Players/Turtle Creek Chorale, THE PROMISE in Glen Rose, and several shows with Cleburne High School and Oklahoma Baptist University. Thanks to Soni and Jodie for the opportunity!
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ANNA LOONEY
(Scuttle Dancers)
Anna is so excited to be a part of this great show! She has also been on stage as a dancer in MARY POPPINS, ensemble in 42nd STREET & BEAUTY... BEAST. Anna is a graduate of the plaza academy, and some of her best memories are participating in Plaza Academy's Summer Camps where she's been in the ensemble for WEST SIDE STORY and J dance corp in BYE BYE BIRDIE. "Thank you Soni & Jodi for giving me this amazing opportunity and to my family for all of their love and support!"
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BENTLEIGH NESBIT
(Mersister)
Bentleigh is delighted to be returning to the Plaza stage! Bentleigh is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington and currently the theatre teacher at McLean Middle School. She has previously appeared on the Plaza Stage as Charwoman (A Christmas Carol), Claire (The Secret Garden), Ursula (Much Ado About Nothing) and Inspector Williams (Heaven Can Wait). Bentleigh would like to thank her friends, family, Ryan, Rodney, and Beyoncé for their love and support.
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EDEN BARRUS
(Scuttle Dancers)
Is thrilled to be apart of this amazing show! Past roles include Amaryllis in THE MUSIC MAN at lyric stage Mary Lennox in THE SECRET GARDEN at Granbury theatre company Sharpay Evans in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR at plaza academy and Alice in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS at PlazaCo. She would like to send love to her Mom and Dad and to her Wonderful siblings Tabitha, Parker, Cameron, Miranda, JJ and Charlie.
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GRACE DALLEY
(Scuttle Dancers)
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 THE LITTLE MERMAID is her eighth show with Plaza. In addition to dancing and singing, she loves to play field hockey and soccer.
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LENA MORALEZ
(Scuttle Dancers)
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, dance corp in MARY POPPINS, and Peppermint Patty in CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 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 & taking classes at Plaza Academy. "Thank you Soni & Jodi for giving me this amazing opportunity and to my family for all of their love and support!"
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MADDIE ALMOND
(Scuttle Dancers)
Maddie is thrilled to be a part of this amazing production of THE LITTLE MERMAID. Her favorite shows she's has 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. She's a Junior at SALT Co-op in DeSoto, and a student at Plaza Academy. "Thank you Soni and Jodie for letting me be apart of the fabulous show!"
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MARISSA WHEAT
(Scuttle Dancers)
Marissa is a 9th grader at Christian Life Preparatory School. She has been dancing for 12 years and has begun teaching this year. Marissa has been a member of the Plaza Academy ShowCo for two years and played the role of Gabriella in their Spring production of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, JR. She has also been seen in WEST SIDE STORY, JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS and is currently rehearsing for SEUSSICAL, JR where she will be playing, Mayzie. Marissa recently attended the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, GA with Plaza Academy. She enjoys being on stage singing, dancing and acting! She would like to thank her parents for everything they have done for her to help her pursue her dreams!
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MCLAINE MEACHEM
(Scuttle Dancers)
McLaine Meachem has been looking forward to this show since its announcement! This will be the 12th production McLaine has happily participated in at Plaza Co! McLaine is a delightfully enthusiastic and talented young lady. Though she enjoys Musical Theatre a great deal, her passion is classical ballet. She has studied ballet for 13 years and is a proud ambassador for Brown Girls Do Ballet with which she has had the pleasure of traveling and representing for the last year. She is also a company member of the Dallas Dance Conservatory. She has enjoyed studying ballet at Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Ballet Center of Fort Worth and was also a company member of Ballet Frontier of Texas. She has had the incredible opportunity to accept a scholarship and train last summer at Joffrey in Chicago! She was also accepted to train with Harlem Dance Theatre. She is training to become a Prima Ballerina and hopes to one day open her own studio after a long and fulfilling dance career.
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MIRANDA BARRUS
(Scuttle Dancers)
Is ecstatic to be in this wonderful show! Past roles include Gretl Von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC at lyric stage Mary Lennox in THE SECRET GARDEN and Jane Banks in MARY POPPINS both at plazaCo. Miranda would like to send love to her intire family and especially to her Grandparents Soni and Jodi Barrus for giving her this amazing opportunity.
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RYLEE MULLEN
(Scuttle Dancers)
Rylee is honored to be back on stage for this lovely production! She has been in MARY POPPINS as Jane, JOSEPH...DREAM COAT as Narrator, CHRISTMAS CAROL as Ghost of Christmas Past and SOUND OF MUSIC as Marta to name a few of her favorite roles. She loves cross country, track, tap dancing and singing. She would like to thank her family for supporting her through all the late night rehearsals.
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HANNAH NICKERSON
(Ensemble)
Hannah is so excited to be a part of such a talented company! You may have seen her in previous roles such as Narrator in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT and cheerleader in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR, along with WEST SIDE STORY and PETER PAN JR over at Plaza Academy where she attends classes. She is a full time student at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts where she studies Musical Theatre, Tech, and Theatre. She would like to thank Soni and Jodie for the wonderful opportunity as well as her family and friends for all of their support and kindness. Enjoy the show!
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HUNTER PATRICK
(Ensemble)
Hunter is proud to be returning to the Plaza stage. This is her third time on the main stage, previously appearing in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and MARY POPPINS. Hunter is currently studying dance and musical theatre at Plaza Academy. She has performed in several junior productions including, CINDERELLA JR., 101 DALMATIONS JR., and HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR. Most recently, Hunter traveled with Plaza Academy to The Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, Ga. where they performed selections from SUESSICAL JR. Hunter would like to thank Ms. Tabitha for always encouraging her, her friends and family for their love and support and Katie for helping her reach new heights!
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JACOB RENFROE
(Ensemble)
Jacob is excited to return to the stage as ensemble in THE LITTLE MERMAID. You may remember him from other shows such as Joel in 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS, Ensemble in BIG RIVER, Jason in HIGHSCHOOL MUSICAL JR, Potiphar in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAM COAT, and Dick Wilkins in CHRISTMAS CAROL. Jacob would like to give a shout out to his mom for driving him to rehearsals and his girlfriend for supporting him and motivating him to work hard.
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JULIA WOOD
(Ensemble)
Julia Wood is thrilled to be back on the Plaza stage after performing previously in MARY POPPINS. Other Plaza shows she has performed in include, SHREK! THE MUSICAL, WEST SIDE STORY, and POLLYANNA. 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. Julia would like to thank Plaza Co. for the chance to perform in this outstanding show. She has been acting since she was little, and she hopes to continue into her old age.
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KAITLYN HOWARD
(Principle Dancer)
Kaitlyn is thrilled to be performing again here at Plaza after previously being in The Little Mermaid. She has also performed in multiple productions at the Granbury Opera House, such as: JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, OLIVER! THE MUSICAL, SEUSSICAL THE MUSIAL JR., HELLO DOLLY, MARY POPPINS, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Kaitlyn stays busy taking acting, dance, and voice lessons with Phoenix Performance Conservatory and Granbury Theatre Academy. She is also learning classical piano from Piano Arts Studio. Kaitlyn would like to thank Jodie & Soni Barrus for this amazing opportunity to perform!
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LILY MCCLENDON
(Ensemble)
Lily is excited to be in her 4th Plaza Theatre production. She appeared as Little Fan in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, ensemble in MARY POPPINS, and Mary Lennox in SECRET GARDEN. Lily takes dance, voice, and acting classes at Plaza Academy, and was a member of the JTF group that represented Plaza Academy in Atlanta, Ga this past January. She is currently a 6th grader at Elder Elementary in Joshua where she competes in Oral Reading and Battle of the Books. She hopes you enjoy joining her sea turtle character "under the sea."
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RODNEY HUDSON
(Ensemble)
Rodney is excited to be back at home on the Plaza stage. He has previously been seen as Conrad in MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Lefty in HEAVEN CAN WAIT and Ensemble BEAUTY AND THE BEAST all with Plaza Theatre Company. Most recently he was seen as Bert in ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE with the Cleburne Carnegie Players as well as numerous other shows throughout the DFW area. Rodney would like to thank his family for alway being supportive and encouraging him. He would also like to give a shout out to his numero uno and show wife Bentleigh, his dog Armani and Alicia Silverstone!
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RUTH ANN WARWICK
(Stage Manager)
Ruth Ann is honored to be part of another production. You may have seen her on stage in MARY POPPINS, 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 MARY POPPINS, 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 he accomplished daughter Emily. She is grateful for the opportunity to work with and learn from this amazing directing and production team and thanks to this talented cast and crew for their endurance and all of their hard work. "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 the owner of Dance Fusion in Alvarado and the director of the Divine Dance Company competition group. She has been teaching dance for over 22 years and has a BA in Dance from Texas Woman's University. Nicole was the assistant choreographer for Plaza Theatre's, MARY POPPINS, which was her first musical theater experience.
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JODIE BARRUS & SONI BARRUS
(Directors)
Soni and Jodie are happy to be back in the directorial chair after directing two productions last season at Plaza (Beauty and the Beast and the Column nominated for Best Play HEAVEN CAN WAIT). Other production they have directed since arriving in Texas in 2011 include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, THE KING AND I, THE WIZARD OF OZ, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, SECRET GARDEN (Granbury Theatre Company) and ALL SHOOK UP (Granbury Theatre Company). Soni keeps busy at the theatre either acting, with props, costumes, set dressing and various other tasks when not directing. You'll see Jodie at the Box Office, building sets, helping Soni with props and helping with whatever needs to be done. A big shout out to a marvelous cast and crew for MERMAID. You are a delight to work and be associated with.
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