G. AARON SILER
(Shrek)
Aaron is one of the four founding producers of Plaza Theatre Company and has performed in many different shows here such as 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 (RAGTIME-co-directed with his wife Milette Siler, INTO THE WOODS, TREASURE ISLAND), Best Scenic Design, 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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COURTNEY SIKORA
(Fiona)
Courtney is so excited to check another dream role off of her bucket list. You may have recently seen her as Amneris is AIDA at PlazaCo. Other roles at Plaza include Millie in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE and Miss Sandra in ALL SHOOK UP! Regional credits include Maureen in RENT at Theatre Arlington, DeeLee in SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE at Watertower Theatre, Lucy in JEKYLL AND HYDE at GLCT, and Susan in TICK, TICK, BOOM! at Uptown Players. Courtney is a two-time Column Award winner plus multiple other nominations. As always, I’m dedicating this performance to my village and especially my kiddos Scarlett and Simon who think it’s pretty awesome that mom is playing Princess Fiona. “I hope you always think I’m this cool and that you strive to do what you love!”
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TOMAS MOQUETE
(Donkey)
Tomas is beyond thrilled to play one of his favorite cheaters in his first Plaza Production! Tomas is a energetic actor around the DFW, past show include. WEST SIDE STORY, ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (NTPA), BEST LITTLE...IN TEXAS (GLCT), ALL MY SONS, THE ELEPHANT MAN, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE WATER ENGINE, 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE and FIESTA DE MARIONETAS (Geppetto’s Puppet Theater) He would love to give a big thank you to his friends and family for the support! A special thank you to his Mom, Dad and Leah. Hi Leah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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STEPHEN SINGLETON
(Lord Farquaad)
Stephen loves being in shows at Plaza! He was last seen here at Plaza as Eddie McCuen in THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940. Some of his favorite roles include: Cosmo Brown in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, Riff in WEST SIDE STORY, and Lucentio in TAMING OF THE SHREW, where he got to play opposite his wife. After Graduating from UTA with a Bachelors in Music composition and theory, Stephen is now an aspiring music teacher. Stephen is very grateful to have the time to be apart of the Plaza family. Stephen would also like to thank his real family, Church family, friends, and loving savior Jesus Christ for giving him the strength and encouragement to do this show. Special Thank you to my wife, Kelly, and sister-in-law, Jennifer, for letting me torture them on stage.
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KELLY SINGLETON
(Pinocchio/Rat/Duloc Dancer)
Kelly is delighted to be a part of her 20th show here at Plaza! It’s extra exciting since she gets to reprise one of her favorite roles! Recent Plaza roles include Lady Capulet in ROMEO AND JULIET, Helsa in THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940, Betty Jean in THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES and Lily St. Regis in ANNIE. She is a proud middle school theatre teacher and Baylor Theatre grad. This one is for her sister. After over 10 years, we’re finally in a show together!
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TAKARA BAILEY
(Dragon/Humpty Dumpty/TweedleDum)
This is Takara's second show at Plaza and she is ecstatic to bring her dream role of Dragon to life. Her previous performances include: Doo Wop Girl in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, Motermouth Maybelle in HAIRSPRAY, Jonathan from THE SMALL WORLD OF MILLY MCIVOR, Mary in CHOOSE, Urleen in GTK...FOOTLOOSE and her most recent was Hannah in FREAKY FRIDAY here at PlazaCo. She has traveled to the DFW area from Arkansas. Takara is very active at her high school, she is in varsity choir, theater production three, AVID and principals committee. She 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.
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EMILY BENNETT
(Mama Ogre/Mama Bear/Dragon Puppeteer)
Emily is very excited to be in her seventh show at Plaza Theatre Company! SHREK THE MUSICAL has always been a dream show for Emily and she is thrilled to be a part of this fantastic production with such a talented cast. You may have seen her as Judah’s Wife in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, Head Maid in THE LITTLE MERMAID, Mrs. Squires in THE MUSIC MAN or Zelda Zanders in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN here at Plaza. She would like to thank her friends and family for their constant support and encouragement. She wouldn’t be able to do this without them. Enjoy the show and remember to let your freak flag fly!
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ANDY ALAMO
(Papa Ogre/Thelonius)
Andy is very excited to be making his Plaza Theatre Company debut! He has been seen as Ed in YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU, Mr. Sander in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS and Ensemble in THE WIZARD OF OZ and GREASE all with Granbury Theatre Company. Andy has previously been seen on stage throughout the metroplex in CATS, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE PIRATE QUEEN, MARY POPPINS, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, NOISES OFF, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, MY FAIR LADY, THE MUSIC MAN, CINDERELLA, OKLAHOMA and INTO THE WOODS. He hopes you enjoy the show. We are enough!
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MADDOX MARINO
(Young Shrek/Pig 1)
Maddox is stoked to be a part of such a fun show and this one tops the list of fun! He is grateful to be included with such talented cast mates. Maddox attends middle school in Burleson as a 6th grader. He has also been a student at the wonderful Plaza Academy for a little over a year now. His latest performances include PETER PAN JR, FREAKY FRIDAY, JUNGLE BOOK JR., MARY POPPINS JR., and NEWSIES, among others. He is excited to be attending his first Junior Theatre Festival West this upcoming February. Maddox also enjoys creating awkward dance moves and all the shenanigans with his best friend Gavin J., 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 everyone that is involved with Plaza. "Thank you to my family for always supporting me, thank you Mom and Dad for all the trips to Cleburne, and lastly thank you baby sister for being my biggest fan/critic."
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JENNIFER NICKELL
(Queen Lillian/Wicked Witch/Duloc Dancer/Rat/Blind Mouse)
Jennifer is thrilled to be returning to the Plaza stage with this hilarious show! Her most recent roles include Gad's Wife in JOSPEH...DREAMCOAT here at Plaza and Liza in 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS with Granbury Theatre Company. Other favorite roles include Mayzie la Bird in SUESSICAL THE MUSICAL, Serena in LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, the Narrator in INTO THE WOODS, Susan in [TITLE OF SHOW], and Linda in EVIL DEAD THE MUSICAL. She is a graduate from Baylor University with a BFA in Theatre Performance and a theatre teacher at McLean Middle School in Fort Worth. She would love to thank Luke and Rachel for the opportunity to be a part of this amazing show. Love to her sister (finally in the same show!) and Sic ‘Em Bears!
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TRA NEUMAN
(King Harold/Bishop/Papa Bear/Knight/Captain of the Guard)
This is Tra's fourth performance on the Plaza stage, and he's not looking back! Starting with A CHRISTMAS CAROL (multiple roles), he has also performed in NEWSIES (Oscar Delancy) and played in the band for ALWAYS PATSY CLINE (Drums). He loves the space, admitting "I've never done a performance 'in the round' before Plaza, but it is honestly the most fun I've ever had in theater". He wanted to thank his family, extended church family, friends, and anyone else who has believed in him, but we told him there wasn't room for any of that "mushy stuff" in these bios - to which he got "off [his] fluffy butt", and "raised [his] furry fist". Keep an eye on this guy, though! Not only is he an absolutely "just ok" dancer, he also does a "fair-to-midlan" job at supporting characters (of which he plays 5 in this show)... but, in the words of Lavar Burton, "you don't have to take my word for it". Tra truly believes this is the best show he's been in, to date, and is grateful to be a part!
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TREVIN MCLAUGHLIN
(King Harold/Bishop/Papa Bear/Knight/Captain of the Guard)
Trevin is excited to return to the Plaza Stage! He previously appeared in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD and THE SECRET GARDEN, and on the Shakespeare in the Park stage in ROMEO AND JULIET, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and TAMING OF THE SHREW. Previous credits include , ALL I REALLY NEED TO KNOW I LEARNED IN KINDERGARTEN, THE HOMECOMING, OKLAHOMA (Carnegie Players), ANNIE (Artisan Theatre), and OTHELLO (Bare Bones Shakespeare). Trevin is a middle school theatre teacher, which he considers the best job in the world.
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KYLIE KIMBALL
(Young Fiona/Dwarf/Baby Bear/Duloc Dancer)
Kylie is extremely excited about reprising the role of Young Fiona here at Dudley Hall in the full version of SHREK THE MUSICAL. Her debut acting role was playing Young Fiona and Ugly Duckling in SHREK JR. at Theatre Arlington, so this show has a special place in her heart. Some of Kylie’s favorite roles include Junie B Jones in JUNIE B JONES JR. at Theatre Arlington, the Genie in ALADDIN JR., Darla Gilbreth in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN, and the Ghost of Christmas Past in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Plaza Theatre Company. She is currently in the 6th grade at the STEAM Middle in Burleson. Kylie would like to thank the wonderful directors at Plaza for this opportunity. She would also like to thank her mom and dad for driving her to rehearsals as well as family, friends, and teachers for their support.
“For with God, nothing shall be impossible.” Luke 1:37
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MIRANDA BARRUS
(Teen Fiona/Sugar Plum Fairy/Duloc Dancer/Rat/Skeleton/Blind Mouse)
Dancing, dancing and more dancing are Mimi's favorite past time. She is so excited to be a part of the SHREK cast. Mimi played Young Fiona the last time PlazaCo did SHREK, so she is over the moon the be portraying Teen Fiona. 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 SHREK as much as she has loved being a part of it.
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CARSON CLAY
(Wolf/Duloc Dancer/Angry Mob/Guard/Kinght)
Carson is so thrilled to be preforming in SHREK THE MUSICAL. The most recent productions he's been in is FREAKY FRIDAY in the Teen Ensemble at PlazaCo, Cowboy Bob in GTK...FOOTLOOSE at Plaza Academy, a Soldier/Minister in AIDA, and a Goon/Ensemble in NEWSIES both here at PlazaCo. Carson 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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MATTHEW LEAKE
(Wolf/Duloc Dancer/Angry Mob/Guard/Kinght)
Matthew is agog to be performing in SHREK THE MUSICAL. He is excited to also be assisting with the makeup for this performance. 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., Laurel in FREAKY FRIDAY, 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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ERIN SHIRLEY
(Pied Piper/Mad Hatter/Duloc Dancer/Angry Mob)
Erin is a compassionate high school sophomore who has been a theatrical performer around the metroplex since she was Five. Erin has been performing with Plaza Theatre Co since 2016. You may remember seeing her as an ensemble member in MARY POPPINS or Ruby Gillis in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES. Erin has also done many roles with both Plaza Academy and Plaza Jr, such as Mrs. Brill in MARY POPPINS JR, the Sour Kangaroo in SEUSSICAL JR, and many more. She also had the pleasure of performing on the Carnegie stage for the past Nine years. Some of her favorite Carnegie shows include, OKLAHOMA, MAMMA MIA, and ALL SHOOK UP. "Many thanks to my beloved family members for driving me to and from rehearsals, and thanks to God and the blessed mother for allowing me the strength to prosper, throughout my theatrical endeavors."
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BRAELYN THIELE
(Pied Piper/Mad Hatter/Duloc Dancer/Angry Mob)
Braelyn is thrilled to be a part of this amazing show! She thinks it is an honor to be able to contribute to such a work of art. You may have recently seen here in FREAKY FRIDAY here at PlazaCo as Gretchen. Braelyn has been in many other shows at her high school including, NEWSIES, SUESSICAL JR. and THE FOREIGNER.
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TIMOTHY BAILEY JR
(Herald/Dragon Puppeteer/Guard)
This is Tim's first year to perform and has been blessed for it to be at the Plaza Theater. Tim is a freshman at Cleburne High School and is currently taking dance classes at the Plaza Academy. His sister Takara Bailey is currently in theater and acting which has inspired him to begin his own acting career. He hopes that he will be able to participate in more shows with Plaza Theater and is excited to share the stage with his sister.
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REAGAN MOSS
(Gingy/Fairy Godmother/Dragon Puppeteer)
Reagan is thrilled to be making her Plaza debut, although this is her first show at Plaza Reagan has been on the stage for nearly 12 years now. Some of her favorite roles include Claire in THE SECRET GARDEN . Carbuckety in CATS, Madame De La Grande Bouche in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Miss Hannigan in ANNIE. Sister Mary Martin-of-tours in SISTER ACT. She spent this summer at The musical theater intensive at the Stella Adler Acting Conservatory in New York. She recently graduated and plans to attend the conservatory full-time starting next school year. Reagan would like to thank Luke and Rachel for giving her this opportunity and giving her some of the best direction she’s ever had. As well as her whole cast for making her feel welcome and the stage manager, Stormy for being so incredibly helpful. Lastly she would like to thank her family for their endless support and God for giving her this talent. Enjoy the show!
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JACOB HANSON
(Peter Pan/Duloc Dancer/Guard/Angry Mob)
Jacob is thrilled to be in his first show at Dudley Hall! You might have seen him this summer as Tybalt in ROMEO AND JULIET at Plaza's Shakespeare in the Park. Previously he's been in the Greater Carnegie Player's productions of GODSPELL (Ensemble), ROMEO AND JULIET (Tybalt), WIZARD OF OZ (Ensemble), or 1776 (McNair). Jacob would like to thank Luke, Rachel, Megan, Nicole, and the entire cast and crew for welcoming him into this Fairytale Family. He's also extremely grateful to his Wife and Daughter for always supporting his biggest adventures and dreams. "I'll never grow up!"
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REBECCA NAGLE
(Pig 2/Dragon Puppeteer)
Rebecca is excited for her Plaza debut! Rebecca is a recent graduate of Texas Wesleyan University where she has played Bad Idea Bear in AVENUE Q, Beauty in SMOKEFALL, Miss Gilchrist in THE HOSTAGE, Elmire in TARTUFFE, Tricia Roberts in DISSONANCE, Abbie in EMPATHY FOR THE ANOMIE, and Allison in THE KISS. She has played Lily in a staged reading of COLORS INSIDE THE BODY at Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre. "I'd like to thank my family at home, my little family in 213 and 214, and my kær; I love you all!"
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NATE WOODALL
(Pig 3/Knight)
Nate is very exited to make his PlazaCo debut! Nate is a Senior at Alvarado High school, where he preforms with theatre and choir. He has appeared as Albert in NEWSIES, Printiss in PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, and a Ancestor in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. He would like to thank Luke, Rachel, Stormy, and the amazing cast and crew for giving him this amazing experience!
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JESSICA COPE
(Shoemaker's Elf/Angry Mob/Dragon Puppeteer)
Jessica is thrilled to be appearing in her fourth Plaza show! You may have seen her on the Plaza stage as Tracy Turnblad in HAIRSPRAY, for which she received a Column Award nomination for Best Leading Actress, Dan's Wife in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, or in THE LITTLE MERMAID this past season! Other credits include Ado Annie in OKLAHOMA, Jo March in LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL, and Ensemble/Beauty School Dropout Dancer in GREASE. Jessica earned a BFA in Theatre Performance and Child & Family Studies at Baylor University. She then went on to work for The Walt Disney World Resort as a "Fairy Godmother in Training"! Jessica now owns and runs the theatre company The Hopeful Theatre Project and newly serves as a Board of Directors Member for THE COLUMN AWARDS. She would like to thank her family, friends, her dog (Minnie), fellow cast members, the Plaza production team, and the Lord for this opportunity. Always remember what makes you special makes you strong! Psalm 28:7. @thehopefultheatreproject
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SOFIA WARREN
(Ugly Duckling/Duloc Dancer/Rat/Skeleton/Blind Mouse/Angry Mob)
Sofia is thrilled to be in her 2nd Plaza production. You may recognize her from the most recent production of FREAKY FRIDAY in which she portrayed Savannah’s minion. As a former professional ballerina some of her favorite roles have been Dewdrop fairy in THE NUTCRACKER, Ugly Stepsister in CINDERELLA and corps de ballet in Balanchine’s SYMPHONY IN THREE MOVEMENTS. Her favorite part about this show is getting to dance in pointe shoes and she is most delighted to trap her feet in those little pink satin coffins once more.
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AMANDA FOSTER
(White Rabbit/Duloc Dancer/Skeleton)
This is Amanda’s 7th show with PTC. Her past credits include Little Fan in A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018), THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE MUSIC MAN, Young Louisa in ZORRO THE MUSICAL, Carol Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2016), and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Amanda's Plaza Jr. credits this year were PETER PAN JR, Dina in SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR, FOOTLOOSE, Bagheera in JUNGLE BOOK KIDS, 101 DALMATIANS, Bird Woman in MARY POPPINS JR, SEUSSICAL JR, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR, & JUNIE B JONES JR. Amanda will be playing Middle Anna in the upcoming FROZEN JR. and Annie in ANNIE JR. in the spring of 2020. She is a dance and theatre student at Plaza Academy and will be attending the Junior Theater Festival in Atlanta, GA in January. Amanda is a 7th grader at Keene Junior High and enjoys playing piano. Amanda would love to thank Rachel and Luke Hunt for casting her in this production as the White Rabbit. I love working and having fun and this cast has been a blast to work with. Save the turtles!!
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LUKE AND RACHEL HUNT
(Directors)
Luke and Rachel worked on the Plaza Theatre Company 2015 production of SHREK as director and choreographer respectively. They enjoyed it so much that they jumped at the chance to co-direct this current production. They even named their recently adopted dog Fiona. This is Luke and Rachel’s 4th Production to co-direct for Plaza including A CHRISTMAS CAROL(2018) and MARY POPPINS (2016). This is Rachel’s 14th and Luke’s 52nd production in total for Plaza Theatre Company. You may remember seeing Luke on stage most recently as Harry Wilkins in DEAR RUTH. He also won a Column Award for Best Actor in a Non-Equity Play for his portrayal of Atticus Finch in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD. Rachel was last on stage playing Mrs. Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, a part that she’s been privileged to play for Plaza three times. They are both members of PTC’s improv troupe, The Implazables. Luke is the theatre arts director at Alvarado High School and Rachel is the owner of Dance Across Cleburne.
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NICOLE WHEAT
(Choreographer)
Nicole is thrilled to be choreographing her fifth show at Plaza Theatre Company. Other shows include MARY POPPINS, ANNIE, AND THE LITTLE MERMAID (two times!). Choreographing SHREK was a wonderfully exciting experience as she got to share the role of choreographer with her daughter, Marissa! Nicole would like to thank her family for always supporting her and being there for her.
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MARISSA WHEAT
(Assistant Choreographer)
Marissa is thrilled to be making her debut in the choreography world! She is so thankful to have been able to work with her mom on this show. Marissa's favorite roles include Anybodys in WEST SIDE STORY and Scuttle in THE LITTLE MERMAID with Plaza Theater Comopany. She also recently played Patty Simcox in GREASE with Granbury Theater Company. She is thankful for her parents and their support on this journey!
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MEGAN A. LILES
(Music Director)
You may be used to seeing Megan performing on the Dudley stage, but her first passion is music education! She holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Choral Music Education from the University of Texas at Austin, and is currently the Musical Theatre and Senior Company Music Director at Plaza Academy. Megan previously music directed SUESSICAL JR and GTK...FOOTLOOSE with Plaza Academy and assistant music directed A CHRISTMAS CAROL with PTC last winter. She is so excited to be making her mainstage MD debut with this incredible cast! When she's not MDing, Megan stays busy performing. Her favorite shows at Plaza include WEST SIDE STORY, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940, and NEWSIES. Other favorites include THE ADDAMS FAMILY with CORP Theatre, CAMELOT with Lyric Stage, and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS with Granbury Theatre Company. Many thanks to Luke and Rachel for this wonderful opportunity and to JTAM for their constant support, guidance, and trust.
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HADEN CAPPS
(Sound Board Operator)
This is Haden’s first production with Plaza Theatre Company. Haden has a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Music from Tarleton State University. He has worked many shows such as FOOTLOOSE, MAMA MIA, THE WIZARD OF OZ and many more with Granbury Theatre Company. Haden is also a drummer and plays locally. Haden is incredibly thankful for the the cast, crew, and staff for their kindness!
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STORMY LEE
(Stage Manager)
Stormy is incredibly ecstatic about another opportunity to perform/manage SHREK. She worked as a puppeteer/dresser/pit singer 5 summers ago with another company and it was life changing. SHREK was the show that reintroduced Stormy to theatre after a long time away. Having the opportunity to stage manage, perform, and puppeteer again are a dream come true for Stormy! Thank you so much for coming to join our group of freaks in Duloc. Stormy would like to thank her beautiful kids for always singing in the car and loving SHREK since birth!
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