GABRIELA YARBROUGH
(Laura Ingalls)
Gabriela is so excited to be in her third production on the Plaza stage! You may have seen her as Martha in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN or Miriam in DEAR RUTH. Selected community theatre credits include Flounder in THE LITTLE MERMAID and Anna in FROZEN JR. at Artisan Center Theatre. Educational theatre credits include Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre in THE 25TH...SPELLING BEE, Laurie Morton in BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, A Hot Box Dancer/Assistant Choreographer in GUYS AND DOLLS, and Gabby Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts. Gabriela is a sophomore at FWAFA, a proud class president, Thespian member of Troupe 6391, and Betty Lynn Buckley Award nominee. “¡Gracias a mis padres por todo!”
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RYLEE MULLEN
(Laura Ingalls)
Rylee is so thrilled to be in another Plaza production. She loves painting, hanging with friends and gardening. She is currently training to become a CNA and has been admitted to Texas Tech, class of 24’. She’s majoring in Biology with a track in pre-med and has also been accepted into Tech’s Honors College. In the past she’s enjoyed roles such as Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Ernestine in CHEAPER...DOZEN, Rafiki in LION KING JR, Yonah in CHILDREN OF EDEN JR, Shelley in HAIRSPRAY, Teen Anne in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Jane in MARY POPPINS, and Narrator in JOSEPH....DREAM COAT. She gives thanks to her family and friends for supporting her crazy schedule . Also lots of love to her ferrets (Comet and Leo), as well as Sam Tarron for all the love and support he’s given her. She dedicates her performance and everything she accomplishes in life to her late parents, “There are no goodbyes, wherever you go, you’ll always be a part of me.” @rylee.mullen.13
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BRYANA STEPHENS
(Ma (Caroline Ingalls))
Bryana is extremely excited to be performing in her third show with Plaza Theatre Company. Bryana was most recently seen in MATILDA at Plaza as Mrs. Phelps. She hopes that everyone loves this amazing production as much as she has loved working on it. We all hope to bring to life these classic characters and classic American story and give a touch of nostalgia to all who come to see it. Bryana would like to thank Soni and Jodi for the amazing opportunity to perform in this show, she has loved working with them and hopes to do more with them in the future. Bryana would also like to thank her Mom, Husband and Brother for their unwavering support in her pursuit to follow her dreams!
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JACESON P. BARRUS
(Pa (Charles Ingalls))
From Harold Hill in THE MUSIC MAN to Adam Pontipee in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS and many in between, JaceSon has been fortunate to have played many iconic roles on the Plaza stage. Some favorites from among those have been as Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Bob Wallace in WHITE CHRISTMAS and Pap Fin in BIG RIVER for which he received the Column Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical. When not on stage or behind-the-scenes here at PlazaCo, JaceSon likes to spend his spare time watching classic movies, studying American history and spending time with his family who make everything worthwhile. JaceSon would also like to send his love and gratitude to his wife Tina, his children Tabitha, Parker, Cameron, Eden, Mimi, JJ and Charlie, his son-in-law Saul, granddaughters Gemma and Nova and his wonderful Mom and Dad. "Good will ever come".
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EDEN BARRUS
(Mary Ingalls)
Eden is loving the privilege of playing Mary Ingalls in LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. Past favorite roles include, 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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RYLEE JONES
(Mary Ingalls)
Rylee is absolutely thrilled to be fulfilling a childhood dream by being part of Little House on the Prairie: the Musical and playing Mary Ingalls! She grew up obsessed with the books and TV Series and jumped at the chance to audition for her first show at Plaza Theatre Company. Her recent credits include Marty in GREASE and Juror 7 in 12 ANGRY JURORS. She has worked professionally in New York for a month as a production assistant for Jessica Cavanagh's play SELF INJURIOUS BEHAVIOR. When she isn’t on stage, she is studying at the University of North Texas to be a history teacher with a minor in theatre and serving at her church, Northgate Pentecostals. She would like to thank her amazing family for all their love and constant support. She would also like to dedicate her performance to her 6-year-old cousin who lost her battle with DIPG a week before the show opened. “This one is for you Layla Grace!” - 1 Corinthians 10:31
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KYLIE KIMBALL
(Carrie Ingalls)
Kylie is excited and thankful to have the opportunity to perform again on the Dudley Hall stage with such an amazing cast. She recently concluded the roles of Matilda in MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Susan Waverly in WHITE CHRISTMAS, Young Elsa in FROZEN JR, and Young Fiona in SHREK THE MUSICAL, all with the Plaza Theatre Company. Some of Kylie’s favorite roles include Junie B in JUNIE B JONES JR. at Theatre Arlington, Genie in ALADDIN JR, Darla Gilbreth in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN, and the Ghost of Christmas Past in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at PlazaCo. Kylie loves taking classes and vocal lessons at the Plaza Academy and was able to experience the Junior Theatre Festival for the first time in February. She is currently in the 6th grade at STEAM Middle School in Burleson. Kylie would like to thank her parents and grandparents for driving her to rehearsals and performances as well as family and friends for their support. “For with God, nothing shall be impossible.” Luke 1:37
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JOSH MCLEMORE
(Almanzo Wilder)
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 MATILDA THE MUSICAL. Joshua’s favorite roles have been Willard in FOOTLOOSE, a featured dancer in IN THE HEIGHTS, a newsie in NEWSIES, and a dance Corp member in HAIRSPRAY, God in CHILDREN OF EDEN JR. He would like to thank his friends and family for their support.
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DEVIN WILSON
(Robert Boast )
Devin Wilson is thrilled to be apart of Little House on the Prairie at Plaza Theater Co. This is his first ever show with Plaza. However Devin has been apart of many other shows such as: Charlie in The Foreigner, Ed in the Curious Incident..., and much more. He would like to thank his wonderful director Soni Barrus and everyone else in the cast and company of this amazing show for giving him a chance to get to be a part of it. He is very happy you're here and hopes you enjoy the show!
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MATTHEW LEAKE
(Robert Boast )
Matthew is agog to be a part of the Little House on the Prairie cast. He enjoys musical theatre and dance classes at Plaza Academy. He has participated in the Junior Theater Festival (JTF) in Atlanta for the past 3 years. Some of his favorite roles include Big Kid in Matilda, Dance Corps in WHITE CHRISTMAS, Laurel in FREAKY FRIDAY, Frank Jr. in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN, Charlie Sloane in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, all at Plaza Theatre Co., Jeb in SEVEN BRIDES at Granbury Theatre Co., the Bishop in FROZEN JR., Captain Bones in THE MAGIC TREE HOUSE PIRATES PAST NOON, Charlie Brown in A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, all at Plaza Jr., and the Warden in ALL SHOOK UP, at Plaza teen camp.
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LAUREN SCOTT
(Nellie Oleson)
LAUREN SCOTT (Nellie) is delighted to perform on stage again with her Plaza family! Prior roles include: Annie in ANNIE at Plaza Theatre Company, Cat in the Hat in SEUSSICAL at Plaza Theatre Company, Dorothy in WIZARD OF OZ at The Firehouse Theatre, Baby June in GYPSY at The Firehouse Theatre, Matilda in MATILDA at OhLook Theatre, Young Cynthia Ann in QUANAH at Lyric Stage, Lucy in 13 at OhLook Theatre, Marty in MADAGASCAR, JR. at The Firehouse Theatre, Lucy Pevensie in THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE at Theatre Arlington. Thanks to Soni and Jodie for this opportunity! 1 Peter 4: 10-11.
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MIRANDA BARRUS
(Nellie Oleson)
Dancing, dancing and more dancing are Mimi's favorite past time. But in LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE she is getting the chance to play one of the all time great "bad guys" and she is having a blast. 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 for which she received the Column Award for best actress in a non-Equity play in 2018. She's the fifth of seven Barrus children but definitely the most precocious. She loves keeping her family on their toes. Mimi wants you to know how excited she is that you have come to see this show and hopes you have a good time with us on the prairie.
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MADISON HEAPS
(Eliza Wilder)
Madison is so thrilled to be working on this production! She recently graduated from Texas Christian University with a BA in Communication Studies. She now works at her very favorite place, Plaza Theatre Company, as their Director of Marketing! Madison's favorite past roles include Annelle and Shelby in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Narrator in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, and Diana in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES. She has also had the pleasure of being the stage manager for multiple Plaza productions, such as NEWSIES and MATILDA. Madison loves baking, thrift shopping, and lifeguarding. She gives a huge thank you to everyone who worked on this show, her parents, and her sweetheart, Cameron.
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DARREN CLARK
(Mr. Oleson)
Darren is excited to be appearing in his 6th show at Plaza. Most recently, Darren appeared as Serge, the Russian Businessman in MATILDA. Darren played Mr. Snoring Man in WHITE CHRISTMAS and held multiple roles in FREAKY FRIDAY. He previously played the part of Mal Beineke in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, and Oliver Hix in THE MUSIC MAN. At other theaters, Darren played Uncle Wes in FOOTLOOSE at the Granbury Opera House, and Brother Forte in MONKY BUSINESS and MONKY BUSINESS II with the Weatherford Stage Players. Darren also appeared as Deputy in the film GALLOWS ROAD produced by the Aledo Film group.
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BOB BECK
(Dr. Tann)
Fresh from a train ride to snow covered Vermont in his last Plaza show, WHITE CHRISTMAS, Bob is excited to be heading to the frontier in this production of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. In 2019 Bob also played Mr. Blumen/Pastro Bruno in Plaza's production of FREAKY FRIDAY and Father Alejandro in Granbury Theater Company's production of MAMMA MIA! He has performed numerous times with the Cleburne Carnegie Players including as Clay Spencer in THE HOMECOMING, Teddy in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE, Clarence in IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE and Stanley Banks in FATHER OF THE BRIDE. Other 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 excited at becoming a grandfather for the first time last year. When not acting, Bob works in demand planning for Sony Electronics and enjoys photography. He is grateful to his family for allowing him to pursue this passion!
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CHERIE ROBINSON
(Miss Bayne)
Cherie is excited to be back sharing the stage with her grandson, Hayden, in her 14th Plaza Theatre production. Some of her favorite roles include Mayor Matilda Hyde in ALL SHOOK UP; Eulalie MacKecknie Shinn in THE MUSIC MAN; Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST; the cantankerous Sister Berthe in THE SOUND OF MUSIC; Narrator in JOSEPH…DREAMCOAT; and, of course, who could forget Maude in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN-HOMECOMING. She has retired from the workplace and is finally understanding exactly what retired life means. Cherie has been married to her favorite Firefighter and high school sweetheart, Joe, for 37 years and they have two fantastic adult children, Samantha and Daniel, and have been blessed with three of the most precious grandchildren, Hayden, Piper and Sutton. She would like to thank Soni and Jodi and the Plaza producers for their faith in her and giving her this opportunity to once again become part of the Plaza family.
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KYLE SCARBOROUGH
(Mr. Brewster)
Kyle is so excited to be back onstage at Plaza Theatre Company with his daughter Kylie . His past roles at Plaza include Dr. Burton in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN Pastor Malden in POLLYANNA, Zeller in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, the Mayor in BYE BYE BIRDIE. Kyle is happily retired from his job as an engineer and now teaches high school history. He also teaches an Adult Bible Class at his church. In his spare time he enjoys spending his time with his wife of 37 years, reading, and keeping up with his eight children and two nephews that are currently scattered around the country.
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KATHY LEMONS
(Mrs. Brewster)
Kathy was last seen on the Plaza stage as Edith Wilkins in DEAR RUTH. Some of her favorite roles at Plaza have been: Maude Atkinson (Column Nominee) in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, Mrs. Peacock in CLUE THE MUSICAL, Mother Abbess in SOUND OF MUSIC, Marmee in LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL, Glinda in WIZARD OF OZ, Marilla in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES. Additional roles include: Alice Beinecke (Column Nominee) in ADDAMS FAMILY at Artisan, Mrs. Ellie Banks in FATHER OF THE BRIDE at Granbury Opera House, Jan Marrow in PILLOW TALK at Southwest Reprise Theatre; Penelope Sycamore in YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Granbury Opera House; Miss Andrew, the evil nanny, in MARY POPPINS at three different theatres including Plaza. Kathy grew up watching Little House on TV and read all the books. She loves being a part of this cast…and getting to hold sweet baby Nova! She has also been honored to help Soni and Jodie with the music. As always, “All my love to Jim for keeping a song in my heart!” Eph. 3:20
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MEGAN A. LILES
(Mrs. Brewster)
Megan is so excited to bring this classic American story to life on the Dudley stage! Her favorite Plaza roles include Florika in THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Anita in WEST SIDE STORY (Column Award Nominee), Nikki Crandall/Helsa Wenzel in THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940, and The Tallest Box in WHITE CHRISTMAS. Other favorites: Morticia Addams in THE ADDAMS FAMILY (Column Award Nominee), Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS, and Dorcas in 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS. Megan also loves costume designing (DEAR RUTH, THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE ABRIDGED) and music directing (SEUSSICAL JR, GTK...FOOTLOOSE, SHREK, and most recently, CHILDREN OF EDEN JR and selections from THE DROWSY CHAPERONE JR with Plaza Academy's Senior Company). Many thanks to the Fancy Ladies for their constant support and smiles, and to her amazing double, Kathy, for being the best doppelgänger mom ever!
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CHRIS BREWER
(Owen)
Chris Brewer is thrilled to be back on the PlazaCo stage with such a fantastic cast. He was previously in the 2018 production of THE MUSIC MAN at PlazaCo as Ewart Dunlop in the barbershop quartet. Chris' music experience spans over the past forty years. He studied Music Education at both Dallas Baptist University as well as The University of North Texas. He was a Vocal Instructor and Technical Supervisor for Stars Theatre Company in Bedford from 2012 until 2018 and still serves on the Board of Directors. Chris spends much of his spare time in his home recording studio recording as a saxophonist, guitar player, and vocalist. Chris is grateful to his wife Christy and daughter Bailey, for putting up with him as he continues to pursue his real passion.
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JACOB HANSON
(Mckenzie)
Jacob Hanson is excited to be back on the Plaza stage! He most recently appeared in SHREK THE MUSICAL as Peter Pan and ROMEO AND JULIET as Tybalt. He's also been in many Greater Carnegie Players productions. Jacob would like to thank Jodie, Soni, Nicole, and the entire cast and crew letting him experience the prairie. He's also very grateful for Lauren and Iliana, his wife and daughter, for their never ending support and putting up with his never ending singing.
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MADDOX MARINO
(Cap Garland/Tommy)
Maddox gives thanks to all the leaders and friends that surround him here at Plaza. He truly looks up to so many. He is excited to step into a different period of time with the wonderful story of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRE. Maddox is finishing up 6th grade at BISD. Plaza Company has definitely become his second home. Some of his favorite performances include MATILDA, SHREK, and FREAKY FRIDAY all here at Dudley Hall. During his "free time" he loves to submerse himself in reading and is growing his artistic talents. He aspires to incorporate his theatre foundation with animation of film one day. "I Love you so much Lita and Lito" "Thank you Mom, Dad and Stella for always making the sacrifices to allow me to be on the stage." "Special thanks to all the directors/staff here that see potential in me and allows a chance for me to live my best life. I love y'all."---"Working hard is important but there is something that matters even more: Believing in yourself." - Harry Potter
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JT MORRIS
(Willie Oleson)
JT is excited to be a part of the production Little House on the Prairie. He has stared in several plays including Aladdin, Cheaper by the dozen, Charlie Brown Christmas, Footloose, and Jungle Book. JT is an 8th grade student at Itasca middle school. JT plays basketball and loves to play video games in his spare time. He wants to thank his mom for being his taxi, support, and biggest fan.
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KYLIE SCARBOROUGH
(Ida)
Kylie is so thrilled to be apart of this production of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. She was last seen as Martha in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN and before that as Pollyanna in POLLYANNA at Plaza Theater Company. She has also been seen as a Newsie in NEWSIES at Artisan Center Theater. Kylie is a senior at Travis Academy of Fine Arts where she is in a production of LITTLE WOMEN as Amy. In her free time Kylie enjoys reading, dancing, keeping up with her 7 siblings and playing with her two nephews. She would like to thank Soni and Jodie for giving her this opportunity and her dad for performing in shows with her and driving to rehearsal. “I hope you enjoy the show!!”
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NADYA LEDUC
(Ida)
Nadya is thrilled to be part of the talented cast of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. She has enjoyed playing Bob Beck's daughter for the second time in her debut performance on the Dudley Hall main stage with PlazaCo. Nadya considers the Cleburne Theatre community her extended family and feels honored to have worked on many fun shows with the Carnegie Players and Plaza Jr. Some of her favorite past roles include Patty Cake in THE HOMECOMING (where she was also Bob's daughter) with the Carnegie Players, Mrs. Cory in MARY POPPINS JR and Roquefort in ARISTROCATS JR both with Plaza Jr. Nadya is a 6th grade student at the Texas Elementary School of Arts, Fort Worth. She has attended Plaza Academy of Fine Arts for the past 8 years, where she started as a mini dance bug. Nadya is a proud to say she performs with PlazaCo, which has become her second home. Nadya would like to thank the Directors for the opportunity to be part of this amazing show.
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BAYLEE ARLEDGE
(Minnie)
Baylee is thrilled to perform in her sixth main stage production with Plaza. Baylee has been acting since she was five years old with her church choir, Shout, and she also performs with Granbury Theatre Company. 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, as well as the directors and entire executive team for casting me and giving me the opportunity to perform.”
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BRAELYN THIELE
(Minnie )
This is Braelyn’s 3rd main stage show with Plaza Theatre Company, and she is thrilled to be a part of it. She is thrilled to be a part of it and would like to thank everyone who has helped her get here. She hopes you enjoy the show !
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ANTHONY SULLIVAN
(Clarence Brewster)
This is Anthony’s 10th main stage plaza show! He is so excited to have his tenth show be a classic and is looking forward to many more with this wonderful theatre. He would like to thank Gavin Clark for bringing him back from a break from theatre, and his parents for putting up with him long enough for him to have done 10 shows.
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LUCIE FOSTER
(Ruby)
Lucie is making her Plaza Theatre debut as Ruby in LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. She attends Plaza Academy where she is a dance and theatre student. Her past credits at Plaza Academy include JUNGLE BOOK KIDS, MARY POPPINS JR, and ALADDIN JR. This February Lucie went to the Junior Theater Festival West in Sacramento to perform JUNGLE BOOK KIDS. They received the Excellence in Acting Award. She will be playing July in the upcoming production of Annie. Lucie is a vocal student of Tabitha Ibarra and a homeschool student at TEACH Cleburne. She is excited to be on stage with her big sister Amanda.
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AMANDA FOSTER
(Martha)
Amanda is delighted to be performing as Martha in Little House on the Prairie. This is Amanda’s 9th show with Plaza. Her past credits include BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Carol Cratchit A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2016), Young Louisa ZORRO THE MUSICAL, THE MUSIC MAN, THE LITTLE MERMAID, Little Fan A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2018), White Rabbit SHREK THE MUSICAL, & Amanda MATILDA THE MUSICAL. Her favorite Plaza Jr.in 2019 were Dina SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR, Bagheera JUNGLE BOOK KIDS, Bird Woman MARY POPPINS JR, & JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR. Amanda is a dance/theatre student at Plaza Academy & will be playing Annie in Teen Cast ANNIE JR in spring of 2020. She is also a student helper in Little Performers. Amanda is a voice student of Tabitha Ibarra & a piano student of Rebecca Brown at Mountain Valley Studios. Amanda is a 7th grader at Keene JH. The highlight of this production for her is working alongside her little sister, Lucie. “Thank you Soni and Jodie for casting me in this show with my sister.”
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ALLISON BOND
(Blanche)
Allison is thrilled to perform LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE with this wonderful cast! She is currently taking classes at Plaza Academy such as intermediate tappin’ teens, musical theatre, and CHILDREN OF EDEN JR. Her last mainstage show with Plaza was ANNIE in 2017 but, you may have seen her in MARY POPPINS JR, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR, and FOOTLOOSE JR at Plaza. When she is not at rehearsal Allison is most likely baking or crafting. She looks forward to perform more shows with Plaza. “Thank you Soni and Jodi for this amazing opportunity!”
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FAITH SMITH
(Blanche)
Faith is delighted to be in this fun and meaningful show! She is a senior in high school and has been a student at Travis Academy of Fine Arts for five years. She loves: Jesus, choir, reading, and crafting. This is her third show a Plaza, past shows include CHRISTMAS CAROL and WHITE CHRISTMAS at Plaza, ALADDIN JR, and YANKEE DOODLE DANDIES at TAFA, 101 DALMATIANS KIDS at Artisan. "Thank you to my Mom, Dad, and family for all the love and support, I couldn't do it without y'all! Soli Deo Gloria!" 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
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ANNA HOPPER
(Ensemble)
Anna is excited to be in her second main stage show at Plaza Theatre Company with her first show being FREAKY FRIDAY. You can normally catch her at Plaza's junior theatre where she has done ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE, JR, and FROZEN, JR, among others. She wants to thank Jodie and Soni Barrus for trusting her with this role. Anna also wants to thank her Plaza family for being loving and accepting of her, and many thanks to her parents, her doggies, and Gideon for being her biggest supporters.
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CHRISTINA HOPPER
(Ensemble)
Christina is excited to be making her acting debut on the Plaza Theatre Company's Main Stage in LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE THE MUSICAL. You can usually find her front of house ushering or working the concession stand. Her love of theatre got the best of her and she finally auditioned for a show. She wants to thank Jodie and Soni for taking a chance on her and giving her this amazing opportunity. She usually gets to enjoy watching her daughter on stage, but now she gets to share the stage with her. "This will be a memory I will cherish for the rest of my life, and I absolutely cannot wait to make many more memories like this."
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HAYDEN YOUNG
(Ensemble)
Hayden is excited and grateful to be returning to the Plaza stage for his second performance. He has been in A CHRISTMAS CAROL and previously performed with Plaza Academy. He is even more excited to be sharing the stage again with his Meemaw. Hayden is a homeschooled 6th grader and looking forward to performing more at Plaza Theatre. Hayden would also like to thank his family for their love and support.
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JJ BARRUS
(Ensemble)
Jonah is an active 9 year old boy who loves sports, video games and playing in the occasional show. He's having a great time in LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE and glad he gets to be a part of a show directed by his Grandma Soni and Grandpa Jodie. In the past, he also enjoyed playing Chip in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Tiny Tim in A CHRISTMAS CAROL and is currently playing Rooster Hannigan in Plaza Jr's production of ANNIE JR. He also loves playing with his little brother Charlie and is happy to get to be a part of LITTLE HOUSE.
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JOSIE BOEHM
(Ensemble)
Josie is very grateful for this opportunity and to be a part of something so amazing. Josie is 8 years old and is currently in the 3rd grade at Alvarado Elementary North. She is also a student at Plaza Academy. Her first performance was the Baby Elephant in JUNGLE BOOK JR. She is also looking forward to playing Molly in ANNIE JR. Which plays in the the Spring of 2020. Josie enjoys making people laugh and sharing her unique sense of humor with everyone around her especially her twin sisters Maggie and Grace. Josie would like to thank her Plaza Academy teachers Tabitha and Megan for always encouraging her to be herself and shine. A huge thanks to Tina, Jodie and Soni for allowing her to be a part of this amazing production!!! She will always remember this moment and forever be grateful. She would like to thank her mom and dad for driving her to rehearsals and to her entire family for supporting her and coming to watch the shows. Family is Everything!
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RUTH ANN WARWICK
(Ensemble)
This show is Ruth Ann's 24th with Plaza Theatre Co. and she so happy for the opportunity to work on this production. You may have seen her on stage in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, RAGTIME, A CHRISTMAS CAROL 2012, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, DEAR RUTH, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, POLLYANNA, HEAVEN CAN WAIT or MARY POPPINS. Ruth Ann has also been privileged to stage manage WHITE CHRISTMAS, THE KING AND I, CAMELOT, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, THE WIZARD OF OZ, SHREK THE MUSICAL, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, THE SECRET GARDEN, MARY POPPINS, THE LITTLE MERMAID, SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN - HOMECOMING, ANNIE, THE MUSIC MAN and CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. She will be forever grateful for the experiences and friendships gained with this amazing theatre and thanks the entire team for giving her a home where passion and purpose collide to become destiny. " All my love and thanks to Jim, Jace and Emily, who bring light and joy to each and every day." GO BE GREAT! Joshua 1:9
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SIERRA ROCKETT
(Ensemble)
This is Sierra’s first Main stage production! She is currently a student at The Plaza Fine Arts and Dance Academy. She has been dancing since she was three and recently has expanded into acting! She just attended her first Junior Theater Festival, where she portrayed Mowgli in the JUNGLE BOOKS KIDS! Her next project will be Annie, in ANNIE KIDS coming this May at the Main St. Theater. Sierra is very Thankful to Tina Barrus , Tabitha Ibarra, Soni Barrus and Jodi Barrus for their continued faith and support! She would also like to thank all her amazing teachers. Ms. Alina Jennings, Ms.Megan Liles, Ms Cricket, Ms. V and all her teachers at Alvarado ISD for their support! A special thank you to MS. Deborah George her children’s Choir director at church for never missing a performance! Kylie Kimball for being an amazing “big sister” and role model! And, of course her parents, with whom drove her to rehearsals, classes, and have been very, very supportive of her dreams!
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JODIE AND SONI BARRUS
(Directors, Music Director, Props)
Soni and Jodie are at it once again as they direct LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. Other directing credits at Plaza Theatre COMPANY include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, THE KING AND I, WIZARD OF OZ, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE MUSIC MAN, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAM COAT. They also directed ALL SHOOK UP at the Granbury Theatre Company along with Soni directing THE SECRET GARDEN there also. Soni has also directed numerous productions at other theaters including Hale Center Theatre in Salt Lake City and Stagestop Theatre in Logan, Utah. While not directing Soni and Jodie have performed in several Plaza productions and Soni serves as the resident Prop Master.
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NICOLE CARRANO
(Choreographer)
Nicole Carrano is thrilled to be apart of the production team for Little House on the Prarie! Nicole has performed and choreographed at numerous theaters around DFW and has had choreography from her YouTube channel, DanceByFire featured on the Greatest Showman and Hamilton social media pages. Nicole is thankful every day for her ever growing DFW theatre family, and thanks her friends and family near and far for their constant support!
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LINDSAY BATT
(Stage Manager)
Lindsay is delighted to stage manage LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE. 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, FREAKY FRIDAY, 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 going to see other shows around the metroplex. "A special thanks to William, Chloe and Zoe for continuing to encourage my love of theater."
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