ALEXANDRIA OWENS
(Ellie Blake)
Alexandria is over the moon to be playing Ellie in FREAKY FRIDAY, a role she has wanted for 2 years. She is a home-schooled senior and has been singing and dancing since she was 4 years old. Alexandria recently started dancing at Plaza Academy and danced competitively until just last year. This is her 7th main stage production at Plaza. Some of her favorite roles include Brenda in HAIRSPRAY, Dance Core in ZORRO: THE MUSICAL, Featured Dancer in THE MUSIC MAN, and Rosalia in WEST SIDE STORY all here at PTC and Dance Core in MAMMA MIA at GTC. She also had the privilege to play Vanessa in IN THE HEIGHTS last Summer at Plaza Academy. Alex would like to thank PlazaCo for giving her the opportunity to be in this amazing show, her family for all the gas and food money, and God for giving her a way to express her talents.
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COURTNEY MITCHELL
(Katherine Blake)
"That makes sense," was the most common response when people learned that Courtney would play the role of Katherine in this show, since acting like a teenager is an art form Courtney has practiced with great commitment for the last 30 of her years. Well, all of that commitment has finally paid off. Her ship's come in and it's a big ol' party boat and you're all invited! Let's get crazy! Those of you who have sailed with us before may remember Courtney from some of her previous appearances on the Plaza stage as Alice in THE ADDAMS FAMILY (2018), M'Lynn in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, or Inez in ZORRO THE MUSICAL, or from her recent appearance at Granbury Theatre as Tanya in MAMMA MIA. As always, Courtney would like to thank her family for being so supportive of her age-inappropriate antics and her theater addiction. Courtney advises, "Bruh, if you can get stuck in adolescence, do it 'cause it totally pays off. Oh, and enjoy the show! Or don't. That's cool, too. I mean...whatever. Just do you."
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CARTER MANNING
(Fletcher Blake)
Carter is going into the 5th grade at Alvarado Intermediate School where he is active in STEAM club and part of the GT program. He has also played club soccer for many years and has participated in several small programs at his church. He played King Louie in the Plaza Academy summer camps JUNGLE BOOK JR. which sparked an interest in the performing arts. Carter is excited to be in his first performance at Dudley Hall and is looking forward to many more.
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MADDOX MARINO
(Fletcher Blake)
Maddox is more than grateful to be part of such a fun show as the little brother Fletcher, in FREAKY FRIDAY. He is starting as a 6th Grader in Burleson this fall. He spends as much time as possible soaking up shows and classes at Plaza Theatre and Academy. His latest performances include Baloo the Bear in JUNGLE BOOK JR., Mr. Banks in MARY POPPINS JR., and Ensemble in NEWSIES, among others. He is excited to be attending his first Junior Theater Festival West this upcoming February. Maddox also enjoys hanging out with his friends, drawing, and riding his bike with his "favorite" little sister, Stella. Maddox works hard to be better than the day before in all aspects of life and truly looks up to the older kids that are involved with Plaza. "Thank you Mrs.Tabitha for working with me, thank you Mom and Dad for all the trips to Cleburne, thank you Lita and Lito for all the love and food and to Stella for being my biggest fan/critic."
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NICHOLAS REED
(Fletcher Blake)
Nicholas is thrilled to join the cast of FREAKY FRIDAY at Dudley Hall. Previously he was seen in NEWSIES as Les, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD as Dill, and Michael Banks in MARY POPPINS. He is thankful to preform at a wonderful theatre that invests in their actors and productions. Thank you Plaza Theatre Company.
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HALSTON BEGGS
(Mike)
Halston is happy to be participating in his first production with Plaza Theatre Company. Recently, he portrayed Adam in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS at the Granbury Opera House. You can catch Halston in action at the Painted Pony Tea Room in Weatherford (home of the legendary Byrdi Flower Tea) as Jim Dandy in MURDER ON PONY TRAIL. Halston landed the role of a lifetime (Father) when his son was born a little over 8 years ago. “All honor and praise to our heavenly father, Jesus Christ!”
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GABE TARRON
(Adam)
Gabriel is a recent graduate from both Plaza Academy and Travis Academy of Fine Arts. He was last seen on the Plaza stage as a soldier and minister in AIDA. Some of his favorite roles include Kevin Rosario in IN THE HEIGHTS for Plaza Academy, Anxious in WEST SIDE STORY at Plaza Theatre Co., and Thomas in THE PROMISE IN GLEN ROSE. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing guitar, playing basketball and singing. He would like to thank Aaron Siler for giving him the opportunity to play his first lead on the Main stage. He would also like to thank his family, friends and his girlfriend Lena for their love and support. Enjoy the show!
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NOLAN MORALEZ
(Adam)
Nolan is ecstatic to be performing in his 23rd plaza production. He is 19-years-old and enjoys dancing, singing, and acting more than anything. Some of his favorite roles on the Plaza stage have been Jehan in THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Albert in NEWSIES, and Bernardo in WEST SIDE STORY. His other favorite roles have been Romeo in ROMEO & JULIET with Texas Theatre for Young People, and Mr. Darcy in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE: THE MUSICAL at TAFA. He has recently won his very first Column Award for his performance as Bernardo in WSS at PTC. He would like to thank Aaron Siler for this incredible opportunity and to his friends and family for all of their love and support. “Saúl, please stop turning off the genie while we are working in it.” - The Shop Boys
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CAMILLE SHAW
(Torrey/Adam's Mom)
Camille has decided to return to the land of the living and is ecstatic to be a part of the FREAKY FRIDAY cast as Torrey/Adam's mom. When last we saw Camille you might not have recognized her as Grandma in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. Some of her favorite roles include Sylvia in SYLVIA, Florence in A CURIOUS SAVAGE, Adelaide in GUYS AND DOLLS, Madame Thénardier in LES MISERABLES, and Diana AND Maggie in LEND ME A TENOR. But the role that is nearest and dearest to her heart is June Sanders Oglethorpe in the SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN trilogy. Camille would like to give a super duper thanks to her beloved, Adam and three sweetie peeties, Harper, Waverley, and Baker.
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BRAELYN THIELE
(Gretchen)
Braelyn is delighted to be a part of this fantastic production. While she has participated in a Plaza Jr. show, this is her first main stage show with Plaza. Her previous roles have been Ellard Simms in THE FOREIGNER, Ensemble in SEUSSICAL JR, and Bowery Beauty/Nun/Hannah in NEWSIES. “A huge thank you to my friends and family for showering me with love and support.”
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REANNA BRACKEEN
(Gretchen)
This is Reanna’s first show with Plaza Theatre Company. She has previously been involved with shows at Alvarado High School, where she is entering her sophomore year. She is absolutely ecstatic to be in this production and can’t wait for the future that will come from it. Reanna would like to thank all the people involved in this show for being so accepting and making this one of the best experiences of her life. She hopes you enjoy it and come back to be in many more productions at Plaza Theatre Company. “I want to say a special thanks to my friends and family who have pushed me to be the best I can be!”
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MEREDITH SALTER
(Hannah)
Meredith is thrilled to be in this production at Plaza Theatre Company! Former favorite roles of hers are The Cat in the Hat in SEUSSICAL, Lucy in CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, Ether McCormack in GTK...FOOTLOOSE, Zaneeta in THE MUSIC MAN, and Teen Diana in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES. She hopes you enjoy the show and come back very soon. “Thanks to my mom for putting up with all this theatre stuff. I love you!”
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TAKARA BAILEY
(Hannah)
Takara Bailey is making her debut at Plaza playing the role of Hannah. Some of her previous performances include: One of the doo wop girls from LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, Motormouth Maybelle from HAIRSPRAY, Jonathan from THE SMALL WORLD OF MILLIE MCIVOR, Mary from CHOOSE and very recently Urleen from GTK...FOOTLOOSE. She has traveled from the DFW area to Arkansas. Takara is apart of numerous things at her school including varsity choir, theater production three, AVID, Beta Club, principals committee and very soon student council and Jacket Committee. Takara is also the captain of her JV Cheer team. She enjoys keeping herself 'woke' with today's current events and strives to be a voice for today's minorities. She sends special thanks to her little brother for laughing at her mistakes. "I'm a better actress/dancer now."
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JULIA WOOD
(Savannah)
Julia is thrilled to be back in her 15th Plaza Theatre Company production performing as Savannah. She is a senior at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, studying Musical Theatre under the direction of Michelle Haas, and is a member of the Academy Musical Theatre Company. Julia studies voice at Mona Lisa Studios, and works at River Crest Country Club as a lifeguard. Some of her past roles at Plaza Theatre Company have been Anne in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Ruth in DEAR RUTH, Sandra in ALL SHOOK UP, and Anne in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. Though Julia does not yet know what the years after high school will look like, she knows musical theatre will always play a large role in her life. “You may not end up where you thought you were going, but you will always end up where you were meant to be.”
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MARISSA WHEAT
(Savannah's Minon/Dance Core)
Marissa is excited to be performing with Plaza! Some of her favorite roles include Anne Gilbreth in CHEAPER...DOZEN, Anybodys in WEST SIDE STORY, and Scuttle in THE LITTLE MERMAID with Plaza Theatre Company. She enjoys dancing, as well as teaching dance at Dance Fusion. Marissa would like to thank her parents for their love and support in everything!
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SOFIA WARREN
(Savannah's Minion/Dance Core/Dance Captain)
Sofia is elated to be in her 2nd musical ever! Her first musical adventure was originating the role of dream Chandler and principal dancer in BEYOND PERFECTION by Kenady Shope which premiered this past summer. Sofia spent her childhood training to be a Professional Ballet dancer and was blessed to have fulfilled that dream dancing with both Ballet Arizona and Ballet Frontier of Texas. After a serious injury forced her to return home to undergo surgery, her best friend (and Plaza veteran) Victoria Trimble helped her discover her true passion; Musical Theater. "Many thanks to all involved in this production for having faith in me." To God be the glory!
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KELI PRICE
(Danielle/Mrs. Time)
Keli Price is so happy to be back on the plaza stage. She has had various roles and responsibilities in community theatre over the past 25 years, but what she considers her greatest “part” yet is her position as theatre director for Cleburne High School. “Super shout-out to my fabulous husband, Duane, who pushes and encourages me!”
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JOSH MCLEMORE
(Wells/Louis/Dance Core)
Joshua is a student at Plaza Academy as well as an eleventh grader at Liberty University Online Academy. He loves performing at Plaza and is very excited to be in FREAKY FRIDAY. Joshua’s favorite roles have been Willard in FOOTLOOSE, a featured dancer in IN THE HEIGHTS, a newsie in NEWSIES, and a dance corps member in HAIRSPRAY. He would like to thank his friends and family for their support.
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BENTLEIGH NESBIT
(Ms. Myers/Officer Sitz)
Bentleigh is delighted to be returning to the Plaza stage after making her directorial debut at Granbury Theatre Company with this summers production of GREASE. Some of her favorite shows include JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT as Ruben’s wife, A CHRISTMAS CAROL as Ghost of Christmas Past, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN as Frau Blucher, FOOTLOOSE as Vi Moore, and THE COLUMN AWARDS winning production of INTO THE WOODS as Stepmother/Assistant Director. Bentleigh is the proud theatre director at IM Terrell High School Academy for VPA & STEM in Fort Worth. She will be getting married to her high school sweetheart in November after getting engaged on the Granbury Theatre Company stage. Bentleigh would like to thank her family, mom, Braiden, Rodney, Bernie, Ryan, & Beyoncé.
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RODNEY HUDSON
(Dr. Ehrin/Parker's Dad/Officer Kowalski)
Rodney is excited to be back on the Plaza stage with such a fun and talented cast and team! Past favorite shows with Plaza Theatre Company include JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, DEAR RUTH, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD and many more. Rodney would like to thank his family for coming to all of his shows as well as Bentleigh, Armani and Tori Spelling.
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BOB BECK
(Mr. Blumen/Hannah's Dad/Pastor Bruno)
Bob is thrilled to be back on the Plaza stage for the first time in five years! His last role at Plaza was as Lt. Brannigan in GUYS AND DOLLS. More recently he was Father Alejandro in Granbury Theater Company's 2019 production of MAMMA MIA! He has performed several roles with the Carnegie Players including Clay Spencer in THE HOMECOMING, Teddy in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE and Clarence in IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. His favorite roles include Amos Bellomy in THE FANTASTICKS, Scarecrow in THE WIZARD OF OZ, Lamar in GODSPELL and Zophar in THE BOOK OF JOB. He is equally thrilled at becoming a first time grandfather last year. When not acting, Bob works for in demand planning for Sony Electronics and leads the photography team at Pathway Church. He is grateful to his family for allowing him to pursue this amazing passion!
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BRANDI OWENS
(Mrs. Luckenbill/Florist/Savannah's Mom)
Brandi Michelle Owens is thrilled to be making her Plaza debut in FREAKY FRIDAY with her daughter Alex. Brandi first started theatre in college. Some of her favorite past roles include; Belle in A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CAROL, Henrietta in THE BARRETTS OF WIMPOLE STREET, Millie in CALIFORNIA SUITE, and Sandy in GREASE. Brandi is a first grade teacher at The Academy of the Arts at Bransom in Burleson. She spends most of her free time with her husband watching their daughters Ella and Alex perform in many theatre and dance productions.
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JAY A CORNILS
(Grandpa Gordon/Senor O'Brien)
FREAK FRIDAY marks Jay’s forty-third acting appearance in a Plaza Theatre Company (PTC) production and his seventy-third appearance on stage in Johnson and Hood counties. Most recently, however, Jay worked with JaceSon Barrus as assistant-director of PTC’s AIDA. Since 2005, when he played Ishmael O’Brian and Buzz Adams in the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players (GCCP) SOUTH PACIFIC, Jay has played such gentle heroes as Charlie Baker in GCCP’s THE FOREIGNER, Elwood P. Dowd in PTC’s HARVEY, and Clarence Odbody (twice) in GCCP’s IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. However, he has also played such villains as Bob Ewell in GCCP’s TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, Mr. Potter in GCCP’s 2016 IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, and Snyder in PTC’s NEWSIES. Jay lives here in Cleburne with his greatest blessing, his patient and supportive wife Corlis.
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SHAUNA LEWIS
(Grandma Helene/Gretchen's Mom)
Shauna is a Column Award winner for stage managing, but she is excited to join this stellar cast in this fun musical. You may have recently seen her in ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE as Louise. Her favorite past roles include Wicked Witch in THE WIZARD OF OZ, Mrs. Medlock in THE SECRET GARDEN, Ouiser in STEEL MAGNOLIAS and Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn in THE MUSIC MAN. Shauna is a Baylor Bear by marriage (love you Jaybird!) and a TCU Horned Frog - TCU MA ‘92 Speech Rhetoric, BA from SWAU ‘82. During the day you can find her at Smith Middle School where she LOVES her students! Much love to her three grandchildren Liv, Lou, and Lor.
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DARREN CLARK
(Fish Vendor/Gym Coach/Well's Dad)
This is Darren's third show at Plaza having previously played Mal Beineke in THE ADDAMS FAMILY and Oliver Hix, a member of the barbershop quartet in THE MUSIC MAN. Darren also played Wes in FOOTLOOSE at the Granbury Theatre Company. He has also played Brother Forte in MONKEY BUSINESS and MONKEY BUSINESS II with the Weatherford Stage Players. Darren also portrayed the role of Perchik in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and he most recently played in the feature film “Gallow’s Road” as a deputy produced by the Aledo Film Group and Little Faith Pictures. “Thanks to my family for putting up with my schedule!”
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MACLAIN RHINE
(Parker/Dance Core)
Maclain is crazy excited to be performing in his second musical theatre show ever with Plaza Theatre Company as Parker (paa-kaa). His first acting role was as Mr. Mistoffeles in CATS at Artisan Center Theater. A senior at the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, Maclain studies dance and musical theatre, and is a member of the Academy Dance Company as well as the Academy Musical Theatre Company. Outside of school, he has studied ballet with the Margo Dean School of Ballet and the Fort Wayne Ballet, and currently receives his training at the Texas Ballet Theater School under the direction of Leticia Oliveira. Maclain would like to thank his parents for all of their patience and support... but mostly the patience part.
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GAVIN CLARK
(Laurel/Teen Ensemble)
Gavin is so excited to be in his 8th show at PTC. His favorite main stage role at Plaza Theatre Company has been Dill in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD which he is honored to have won a Column Award and a Broadway World award for Best Supporting Actor in that role. Another favorite of his is Bill in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. His favorite roles over at Plaza Jr. have been Earthworm in JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR., Skipper in MADAGASCAR JR, and Mr. Mayor in SEUSSICAL JR. He would like to thank his sister Makenna Clark (who is playing alongside him in this show) for driving him to rehearsals, he would also like to thank his friends and family for being encouraging and supportive of him in everything he does. To recite his favorite quote, “The past can hurt, but the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it.”
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MATTHEW LEAKE
(Laurel/Teen Ensemble)
Matthew is agog to return to the Plaza stage. He enjoys musical theatre and dance classes at Plaza Academy. He also enjoys being in the bullpen for The ImPlazables, where he practices his improv skills. Some of his favorite roles include Jeb in SEVEN BRIDES at Granbury Theatre Co., ensemble in NEWSIES, Frank Jr. in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN, Capt. Bones in PIRATES PAST NOON, Charlie Brown in A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, Charlie Sloane in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, and “Charlie” the Warden in ALL SHOOK UP, all at Plaza Theatre Co.
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EDEN BARRUS
(Choreogrpaher/Dance Core)
Has previously choreographed NEWSIES and JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT with her partner in crime, David Midkiff. Her most recent show to choreograph was AIDA. Past roles include, Ariel in GTK....FOOTLOOSE, Amyrillis in THE MUSIC MAN at Lyric Stage, Mary Lennox in THE SECRET GARDEN at Granbury Theatre Company, Ariel in THE LITTLE MERMAID and Teen Anne Shirley in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES here at PlazaCo. Eden also filmed two iTheatrics Broadway Junior choreography DVDs, CHILDREN OF EDEN, Jr. and 42ND STREET, Jr. in NYC. She would like to send love to her family and friends for the constant love and guidance they provide.
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COLE WILKERSON
(Dance Core)
Cole Wilkerson is an actor in the DFW metroplex. You may have seen him recently as Asher in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, Specs in NEWSIES all with Artisan Center Theatre, or Jeter/Dance Core in GTK...FOOTLOOSE with Plaza Academy. He has also been seen in several children’s theater productions, including Link in HAIRSPRAY JR., Christopher Robin in WINNIE THE POOH KIDS, Cubby in PETER PAN JR., Brawny in ONE MAGIC KISS: SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS, Roger in 101 DALMATIANS JR, and Kristoff in FROZEN JR with Artisan. When Cole is not performing, he loves to hang out with friends and sleep. He would like to thank Cody Walker and Natalie Burkhart for helping him get where he is now, and for their constant support, along with the love and support from his family and friends. Instagram: @colelanewilkerson
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KENDRICK BOOTH
(Dance Core)
Kendrick is very excited to be back on the Plaza stage! Kendrick attends the Fort Worth Academy Of Fine Arts (FWAFA) where he studies theatre, musical theatre, and dance. Outside of school, Kendrick takes tap classes at Arts Fifth Avenue and receives voice lessons from Christine Chambers. Some of Kendrick’s favorite past roles are Aladdin in ALADDIN JR., Matt in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, and Sheriff Earl in ALL SHOOK UP. Kendrick would like to give a huge thanks to God for this amazing opportunity and his family for always supporting him in everything that he does. He would also like to give a special thanks to his mom for driving him to and from rehearsal (and everywhere else). Enjoy the show!
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MAKENNA CLARK
(Dance Core)
Makenna is absolutely elated to be a part of this production! Some of her favorite past shows include NEWSIES, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, THE LITTLE MERMAID, and THE MUSIC MAN all at Plaza. She also got the opportunity to play Alice in SEVEN...BROTHERS at Granbury Theatre Company. “Thank you to my friends and family. Aaron, Caitlin, Eden and Lindsay for casting her in this show, and all of her mentors and coaches.” “When you can’t find the sunshine be the sunshine.”
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ANNA HOPPER
(Teen Ensemble)
Anna is so excited to be in her first main stage show at Plaza Theatre Company. You can normally catch her at Plaza’s junior theatre where she has done ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, and SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK, JR, among others. She truly appreciates Aaron for this amazing opportunity to be in FREAKY FRIDAY. Anna wants to thank her Plaza family for being loving and accepting of her, and many thanks to her parents for being her biggest supporters.
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BAYLEE ARLEDGE
(Teen Ensemble)
Baylee is thrilled to perform in her seventh production with Plaza. Baylee has been acting since she was five years old with her church choir, Shout!. Her hobbies include horseback riding, drawing, attending concerts, traveling, and playing with her pet parrot, Piña. Some of her favorite roles include Wendy Darling in PETER PAN, Tigger in WINNIE THE POOH, Margot Frank in THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK, the Cowgirl Ancestor in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, and Shprintze in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. “I want to thank my family and friends for always being so supportive and for taking me to each practice and show, as well as the directors and entire executive team for casting me and giving me the opportunity to perform.”
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CARSON CLAY
(Teen Ensemble)
Carson is so thrilled to be preforming in Freaky Friday. The most recent productions he's been Cowboy Bob in GETTING.....KNOW FOOTLOOSE at Plaza Academy, a Soldier/Minister in AIDA at PlazaCo, a Goon/Ensemble in NEWSIES at PlazaCo. He has also played Crutchie in NEWSIES at Alvarado High School and Owen in THE FOREIGNER."I'd just like to thank my family and friends for the support I have."
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HANNAH SHUFELT
(Teen Ensemble)
Hannah is excited to be making her Plaza Main Stage debut in FREAKY FRIDAY. She is usually working behind the scenes as a backstage crew lead, which she has been doing for over a year here with Plaza. You may have seen her in some of the Plaza Jr. shows such as GOOD MAN....CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS as Peppermint Patty, GTK......FOOTLOOSE as Lulu and ensemble in THE LION KIND JR and MARY POPPINS JR. Hannah would like to tthank her parents for driving her to rehearsals on a regular and for their support. She is excited to have the opportunity to perform on this stage! 1 Timothy 4:12
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KALEB GODWIN
(Teen Ensemble)
Kaleb is a junior at Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy. He was most recently seen on the Plaza stage as Willard in GTK.....FOOTLOOSE. You may have seen him in other productions in the DFW area such as Albert in NEWSIES, Hans in FROZEN Jr., Darry in THE OUTSIDERS, GODSPELL, and in the DSM Award Winning Best Musical BULLETS OVER BROADWAY. Enjoy the show! @kalebigodwin
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MIRANDA BARRUS
(Teen Ensemble)
Dancing, dancing and more dancing are Mimi's favorite past time. So is excited to be a part of the FREAKY FRIDAY cast. She's also a very gifted young actress having played Junie B. Jones in JUNIE B. JONES, JR., Mary Lennox in THE SECRET GARDEN and Scout in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD among others. She's the fifth of seven Barrus children but definitely the most precocious. She loves keeping her family on their toes. She hopes you love FREAKY FRIDAY as much as she has loved being a part of it.
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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, Uncle Fester in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, 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 DFW area Column Awards including Best Actor in a Musical (as Tevye in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and as Edna in HAIRSPRAY), Multiple Best Director awards, Best Scenic Design, and Best Sound Design awards and the Rudy Seppy Volunteer Award. Aaron is a proud father of three wonderful kids and husband to Milette Siler.
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CAITLAN LEBLO
(Music Director)
Caitlan is ecstatic to have the opportunity to music direct another show for PTC! In the past year, she has been the music director for JUNGLE BOOK KIDS, NEWSIES, and IN THE HEIGHTS at PTC. Favorite shows at PTC include ALWAYS PATSY CLINE, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE, THE 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, JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, HELLO DOLLY, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, GODSPELL and LITTLE WOMEN with Granbury Theatre Co. Caitlan graduated from TCU. She teaches theatre at Acton Middle School and sings on the praise team at Granbury FUMC. She is beyond blessed by the love and support of her family, especially her wonderful husband and vivacious baby girl!
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LINDSAY BATT
(Stage Manager)
Lindsay is honored to be stage managing FREAKY FRIDAY which is her 20th production at PlazaCo and her 30th production overall to stage manage. She has stage managed many shows around the D/FW area, with some of her favorites being HUNCHBACK, HAIRSPRAY, RAGTIME, WEST SIDE STORY x 2, AIDA, MAN OF LAMANCHA, THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE ADDAMS FAMILY x 2, JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT x 2, and BIG RIVER. Lindsay is a multiple COLUMN AWARD Winner and is also on the Board of Directors for THE COLUMN AWARDS. In her ever-shrinking free time, she can be found at the ballpark watching her Texas Rangers. "Thank you to Aaron for letting me be part of FREAKY FRIDAY and taking a risk on me 7 years go as a stage manager, and a special thanks to William, Chloe and Zoe for continuing to encourage my love of theater."
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