JESSE BOWRON
(Diego De La Vega)
Jesse Bowron first performed as Hugo Peabody in BYE BYE BIRDIE at Plaza and has since appeared in several shows including KISS ME KATE, CAMELOT, and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. Most recently, he played Black Dog/Smollett in TREASURE ISLAND. Jesse recently acquired a BA in Theatre Arts from Ouachita Baptist University. Jesse loved Zorro when he was growing up, and he is ecstatic to appear on the Plaza stage for his seventh time for this role of a lifetime! "A thousand thank you's; and to my lovely wife for her endless encouragement and support. I love you so much."
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MEREDITH BROWNING
(Luisa)
is thoroughly enjoying this year of playing tough Spanish women, having recently portrayed Manuelita in Fort Worth Opera’s production of Carmen. She finds it a refreshing change from her roles of British queens (CAMELOT), British nannies (MARY POPPINS, THE KING AND I), and British ghosts (SECRET GARDEN). Other favorite roles here at PlazaCo include Amalia in SHE LOVES ME, Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, and Marian in THE MUSIC MAN. 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, Adina in ELIXIR OF LOVE, 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 sends lots of love and thanks to Tyson. XOXOXO
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MATT VICTORY
(Ramon)
Matt's previous Plaza appearances include 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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COURTNEY MITCHELL
(Inez)
Courtney is muy emocionado about bringing the spicy Inez to life on the Plaza stage. A former attorney turned homeschooling mother of two, Courtney is also the Worship Minister at Retta Baptist Church in Burleson. Last year she decided to unfold the next chapter of her journey and try her hand at theater, and she's so glad she did! Proving that anyone can be anyone they want to be, Courtney's previous PlazaCo appearances were as Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and Mrs. Brill in MARY POPPINS. Other favorite roles include Violet in 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL at Granbury Theatre Company, Sister Mary Patrick in SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL at Artisan Center Theatre, the Wealthy Woman in DISASTER at Onstage in Bedford, and the Narrator in INTO THE WOODS with the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players. She thanks her family for being her biggest fans. ¡Los quiero mucho!
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SHANNAH RAE
(Inez/Music Director)
Shannah is pleased to be playing in her first show with Plaza Theatre Company! Favorite roles include Judy Bernly (9-5), Mrs. Banks (Mary Poppins), Beggar Woman (Sweeney Todd) and Widow Corney (Oliver!). When not on the stage she spends her time running a business and teaching voice to some pretty great students! "Anyone can be anyone they want to be
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FREDDY MARTINEZ JR.
(Sergeant Garcia)
Freddy is exceedingly, exceptionally, extraordinarily excited to be returning to Plaza Theatre for his fourth show this year. Recently he played George Merry in Plaza Theatre's TREASURE ISLAND, and Grrrremio in Plaza Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park production of TAMING OF THE SHREW. He was the Assistant Stage Manager at the Artes de la Rosa Rose Marine Theatre in 2016. He will next appear in a production of "JAZZTOWN" where he will play the title character Quentin "Jazztown " Scott, the Napoleon loving protagonist. He'd like to thank his mother, father, and as always, Meryl Streep.
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JAY A. CORNILS
(Alejandro)
Since first appearing on stage in Johnson County in the Carnegie Players’ 2005 production of SOUTH PACIFIC, Jay has appeared in sixty-seven play productions here in Texas; Zorro is his 38th with the Plaza Theatre Company (PTC). He last appeared on the Plaza stage as Blind Pew and Calico Jack in TREASURE ISLAND. Earlier this year, he appeared in THE MAN WITH THE POINTED TOES, THE LITTLE MERMAID, and SINGING IN THE RAIN. He also appeared as Commander Stone in A FEW GOOD MEN at the Granbury Opera House and as the Pedant in Cleburne’s Shakespeare in the Park production of TAMING OF THE SHREW. Jay has two published novels available online at crossoflorraine.com and litofangels.com. Jay lives here in Cleburne with the greatest blessing in his life, his lovely and supportive wife Corlis.
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ANTHONY SULLIVAN
(Young Ramon)
Anthony is excited to be performing his 3rd show at the Plaza and singing his first solo!!! Anthony has played Young Gilbert Blythe in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Peter Cratchit and Young Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and ensemble in MARY POPPINS. Anthony enjoys playing his guitar, playing video games and learning to tap dance at Plaza Academy.
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GAVIN CLARK
(Young Diego)
Gavin is so excited to be making his musical theatre debut! Gavin is an artist and writer having ideas always going through his brain. He loves dancing and acting, and has loved getting to know his cast mates. “Thanks to my family, my voice teacher Shannah Rae (Inez), my friends in the cast, and the amazing directors who gave me this opportunity.”
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AMANDA FOSTER
(Young Luisa)
This is Amanda’s 3rd show with Plaza Theatre. Previously, Amanda performed in the Ensemble in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and Carol Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL in 2016. In 2017, she was a contestant at the National American Miss state pageant. Amanda took home 2nd runner up in Talent (top singer). She will be playing Young Simba in the Plaza Academy's production of THE LION KING in the spring of 2018. Her favorite pastimes are singing and playing soccer. Amanda is a 5th grade student at Plum Creek Elementary in Joshua. “Thank you Miss Tabitha for all the vocal training you have given me.”
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JENTRY SULLIVAN
(Young Luisa)
Jentrey is excited to participate in her 4th main stage production at the Plaza. Jentrey has played Young Diana in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Carol Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and ensemble in MARY POPPINS. Jentrey loves theatre, running, dancing, singing, acting and being home schooled!!! Jentrey would like to send a shout out to "...my parents for letting me do theatre, and to peaches for being so juicy and delicious!!!"
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ROBERT SHORES
(Teniente Gonzales)
Robert is thrilled to be returning to the Plaza stage, most recently he has appeared in TREASURE ISLAND, THE GREAT DICTATOR, and TAMING OF THE SHREW. Some of his favorite shows he has appeared in are: JULIUS CAESAR, THE FOREIGNER, RUN FOR YOUR WIFE, A SAMURAI NOSFERATU, NOISES OFF, THE GAME'S AFOOT, SHAKESPEAREAN DEATHMATCH, and THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT. He has also been seen on film in season 3 of PRISON BREAK, and as Jungle Jim in ZUGIO AND THE SUNSHINE KIDZ.
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TOBY Q. BURRIS
(Jorge, Male Soldier/ensemble)
Toby Q. Burris is stoked to be a part of the area premier of ZORRO THE MUSICAL. You may have seen Toby Q. recently play Israel Hands in TREASURE ISLAND at Plaza Theater Co. He was also a part of Plaza's BIG RIVER and THE ADAMS FAMILY as well as the Carnegie Players’ AND THEN THERE WERE NONE. Toby Q. hopes you enjoy the performance and that you refrain from saying Merry Christmas until after Thanksgiving.
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ALEXANDRIA OWENS
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
Alexandria is very excited to be in her second show! Alexandria has been singing and dancing since she was 4 years old. She dances at Studio C Dance and had been dancing competitively since she was 7. She also just recently tried out on The Voice. Alexandria is a freshman at Centennial High School. She loves playing volleyball and participating in her church's worship team. Alexandria would like to thank Plaza Co. for giving her the chance to be in this amazing show, her family and friends for supporting her and God for letting her use her talents.
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ALINA JENNINGS
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
Alina would love to thank Plaza for giving her the opportunity to be in her second show here. She was first seen in HAIRSPRAY. This cast is like a family to her and loves every last one of them Previous shows that she has done are: STARLIGHT EXPRESS Buffy ANNIE Ms. Hannigan, WIZARD OF OZ Cowardly Lion ALL SHOOK UP Sylvia BYE BYE BIRDIE Ensemble LITTLE MERMAID Jetsam SHERK Dance Ensemble and so many more. She loves to do theater and wouldn't want to do anything else with her life. Alina would like to thank her wonderful mother for always supporting her. And Lynda!
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ANNA LOONEY
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
Anna always enjoys performing on the Plaza stage, and she is very excited to be a part of this amazing show. She has previously performed in LITTLE MERMAID, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST in the dance ensemble. Most recently she appeared in the Carnegie Players production of ARSENIC AND OLD LACE As Elaine. She would like to thank director Aaron Siler for this amazing opportunity and her family.
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EDEN BARRUS
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
Is thrilled to be in her 37th production here at PlazaCo! Past roles include, Mary Lennox in THE SECRET GARDEN at Granbury Theater Company, Amyrillis in THE MUSIC MAN at Lyric Stage, Natalie in ALL SHOOK UP at Plaza Academy, a French ancestor in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, teenage Anne Shirley in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Susan in WHITE CHRISTMAS and Alice in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS all at PlazaCo. Eden would like to thank her family and friends for all the encouragement and support!
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MCKENNA MEACHEM
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
McKenna Meachem is ecstatic to be in the regional premier of ZORRO with The Plaza! Her most recent roles have been as part of the DYNAMITE trio in HAIRSPRAY, Attinain THE LITTLE MERMAID, Martha in SPRING AWAKENING, Alice in BIG RIVER, Anita in WEST SIDE STORY, and Paulette in LEGALLY BLONDE. Along with her passion for theatre, McKenna is also a makeup and wig artist. Her most recent work was seen in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT at Casa Manana, THE LITTLE MERMAID, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and ADDAMS FAMILY right here at PTC!
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MCLAINE MEACHEM
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
This is McLaine's 7th show with Plaza. McLaine loves to dance, especially ballet. She has trained for 13 years as a ballet dancer. But she loves Musical Theatre, too! McLaine would like to thank her mom for all of the car trips back and forth from Fort Worth, as well as all of the meals, drinks, extra bobby pins, make up, tights, dance shoes, pointe shoes but most of all her unending love. Thanks Mom, for always being there and for supporting me in all of my shows and recitals. You're the best and I love you so much!
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MONICA GLENN
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
Monica is excited to be back at Plaza for her eighteenth production. Some of her favorite roles include Ruth in THROUGHLY MODERN MILLEY, Virtue in ANYTHING GOES, Phyllis in 42nd STREET and CRAZY FOR YOU, which she also choreographed for Stolen Shakespeare Guikd. She thanks her family for letting her out of the house to do another show, especially Mitzi, Winston and Mia and the cats too. She dedicates this performance to her Grannie, mom and sister who instilled a love of musicals and performing. Dad and Nathan are okay too.
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RACHEL BROWNING
(Female Gypsy/Peasant)
is a junior at Christian Life Preparatory School. She is delighted to return to the Plaza stage, having had a long break since her last performance here in 42nd SREET. You may have seen her as Annie in ANNIE, Miriam in DEAR RUTH, and a Bird Girl in SEUSSICAL. She has also performed the role of Mary Lennox in SECRET GARDEN with Granbury Theatre Company, and she has performed with Casa Mañana and the Fort Worth Opera. In addition to theatre, Rachel enjoys competitive Irish dance. She recently achieved the level of Open Champion and competed at the North American Irish Dance Championships in New Orleans. Her many other passions include competing on her school Youth and Government team, ballet, playing piano, learning math and science, painting, and making costumes.
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DAVID MIDKIFF
(Male Gypsy)
David is ecstatic to be back onstage at Plaza. A homeschooled high school sophomore, David takes dance and voice with Phoenix Conservatory, Plaza Academy and Granbury Theatre Academy. Previous credits include Benjamin JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT and John in PETER PAN at Casa Mañana, Fender in HAIRSPRAY, Dance Captain in MARY POPPINS, Huckleberry Finn in BIG RIVER, and Gideon Pontipee in SEVEN...BROTHERS with Plaza Theatre Company, Chad in ALL SHOOK UP and Zebulon/Dance Corps in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT with Plaza Academy. He has also been a featured dancer in iTheatrics Choreography DVD's, 42nd STREET, Jr. and CHILDREN of EDEN, Jr. David would like to dedicate this show to his brother, Caleb.
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IJ MEACHEM
(Male Soldiers/Ensemble)
This is IJ's 6th show here at Plaza. You may remember him from our recent production of HAIRSPRAY! IJ would like to thank his family for the support and especially his mom for taking care of him while he had strep throat at the end of the rehearsal schedule. She was awesome and kept him updated with videos! Thanks Mom! You're the best!
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JOSH MCLEMORE
(Male Gypsy)
Joshua is a ninth grader at Centennial High School. He loves performing for Plaza and is very excited to be in this production of ZORRO, THE MUSICAL. Joshua’s past productions have been 101 DALMATIANS, KISS AND TELL, WEST SIDE STORY, ROMEO AND JULIET, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, JOSEPH… DREAMCOAT, SUESSICAL, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN, HAIRSRPAY, and Plaza’s JTF performance of SUESSICAL. He would like to thank his family and Aaron Siler.
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NOLAN MORALEZ
(Eduardo, Male Gypsy)
Nolan is very excited to be performing in his 17th plaza production. He is 18 years old and enjoys dancing, singing, and acting more than anything. His favorite roles on the Plaza stage have been Scuttle in THE LITTLE MERMAID, Andy in 42nd STREET, and Ephriam in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. His other favorite roles have been Bernardo Nunez in WEST SIDE STORY: HIGH SCHOOL EDITION with iTheatrics, 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 Aaron Siler for this awesome opportunity and to his friends and family for all of their love and support.
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ETHAN LEAKE
(Ignacio, Male Soldier/Ensemble)
Ethan is stoked to have the opportunity to swing swords in this show! He has also been IQ in HAIRSPRAY, Ensemble in SINGIN IN THE RAIN, and Dance Corps in Plaza Academy's summer production of ALL SHOOK UP.
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JACOB RENFROE
(Jorge, Male Soldiers/Ensemble)
Jacob is excited to return to the stage as Jorge in ZORRO THE MUSICAL. Some other roles he has played are Joel in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Ensemble in BIG RIVER, Jason in HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, Potiphar in JOSEPH…DREAMCOAT, Dick Wilkins in A CHEISTMAS CAROL, Ensemble in LITTLE MERMAID, Benji Sloan in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Brad in HAIRSPRAY, and the Dance Core in ALL SHOOK UP. Jacob is a black belt in TaeKwonDo and was a Chief Master Sergeant in the Civil Air Patrol. Along with theatre, he also enjoys drawing, playing guitar, and tumbling. Jacob would like to give a shout out to his mom and dad for supporting him by coming to see the show opening night.
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QUENTIN SCOTT
(Padre)
Clinton is delighted to be a part of yet another Plaza Theatre Company production. Over the course of the last year he's been in that number of Plaza shows, none of which failed to deliver it's signature blend of warmth and quality. While the role of Padre may not be his magnum opus, it allows him to be a part of this truly talented of actors that Director Aaron Siler has put together. He wishes to thank those who helped allow him to be a part of this show, and everyone who toiled to make ZORRO THE MUSICAL possible.
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ALAINA GUNTER
(Female Ensemble)
Alaina is vey excited to be part of her first show at Plaza! She recently graduated from the University of Houston with her BFA in Theatre. Favorite roles include Mrs. Webb in Our Town(UH), Clover in Animal Farm the Musical (UH), Anfisa in Three Sisters (UH), and a Wife in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat (Granbury Theater Co). She would like to thank her family for always supporting her.
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PAMELA VALLE
(Female Ensemble)
ZORRO THE MUSICAL is Pamela's 8th appearance at Plaza Theatre. Previous shows include: Escort 2/Doctor in HEAVEN CAN WAIT, Delilah in FATHER OF THE BRIDE, her favorite role, Housekeeper/Prisoner in MAN OF LA MANCHA, another favorite role, Sultan's Wife in DONT DRINK THE WATER, Nubian Slave in AIDA, Frau-Schmidt/Nun ensemble in SOUND OF MUSIC, Queen of Transylvania/ensemble in MY FAIR LADY, Pamela is a graduate of Texas Wesleyan University, with a BS degree in Liberal Studies and prior studies majoring in vocal pedagogy. She is grateful to Aaron Siler for having confidence in her and feels so Blessed to have her husband, Mike, give his support 100%.
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CASEY COVINGTON
(Stage Manager)
Casey is excited to be back stage-managing for another Plaza show. She has previously stage-managed SINGIN' IN THE RAIN and ran lights for BIG RIVER and ANNE OF GREEN GABLES. She is currently an undergraduate at UTA majoring in theatre. Casey is very grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this wonderfully unique show and to get to work with so many incredible and talented people.
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BRITTANY JENKINS
(Choreographer)
Brittany Jenkins is a graduate of Texas Tech University where she received her BA in Dance. She is currently the resident choreographer for Kids Who Care in Fort Worth where she recently choreographed PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN and THE LITTLER MERMAID. Growing up she received most of her training with Carrie Cheng, Margo Dean School of Ballet and with Elise Lavallee. She has also participated in Broadway Theatre Project and The Performing Arts Project where she was able to work with an array of Broadway and film actors, casting directors, vocal directors and other professionals in the Theatre and Dance world. She recently choreographed JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT with Granbury Theatre Company. Brittany is very excited to have had the opportunity to work with the team here at Plaza Theatre!
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ASHLEY H. WHITE
(Fight Choreographer)
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CARLO ACEYTUNO
(Assistant Fight Choreographer)
Originally from Los Angeles, Carlo has studied both Martial Arts and Stage Combat for 20 years. Carlo is part fight stud, part video game/comic book loving nerd, and father of three. Now in Dallas, TX he is a founding member of the stage combat organization SCDallas, LLC and enjoys teaching sword fighting, whip cracking, and many other theatrical combat styles to all ages. Carlo is an action specialist that has been recognized by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) as an Actor Combatant and as proficient in Theatrical Firearms Safety. His range of work, both performance and fight choreography, have been seen on The History Channel, the Hollywood Bowl, the House of Blues, Dallas Winspear Opera House, Greater Lewisville Community Theatre, and more. He regularly teaches open classes for adults and children in schools and other venues. Carlo is excited to be a part of the ZORRO production and thankful to be part of the Plaza family.
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STORMY LEE
(Props/stage hand)
Stormy is thrilled to be part of such a creative team and to be a part of a first! You will have recently seen Stormy at other PlazaCo shows including SANDERS FAMILY HOMECOMING, CHRISTMAS CAROL, MARY POPPINS, THE SECRET GARDEN, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, 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 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 BEFORE CHRISTMAS.
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G. AARON SILER
(Director)
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 Milette Siler.
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