EMILY POTTER
(Jo March)
Emily has been involved in over 30 productions here at Plaza Co. You may have previously seen her as Martha in WHITE CHRISTMAS, a Narrator in JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, Ursula in THE LITTLE MERMAID, or Tracy Turnblad in HAIRSPRAY. She has also played with Granbury Theatre Company in HANDS ON A HARDBODY as Norma, INTO THE WOODS as The Witch, OLIVER! as Nancy, 9 TO 5 as Judy, and SHREK as the Dragon. Emily would like to thank her family, especially her partner for holding down the fort while she gets back to playing! "Some times when you dream, your dreams come true.”
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TABITHA IBARRA
(Meg March)
Tabitha could not be more delighted to be back onstage and in one of her all-time favorite stories. A busy mom of two, Tabi is humbled and grateful for every rare opportunity
to play. Tabitha is fortunate to get to do what she loves for a living, teaching Musical Theatre at Plaza Academy, overseeing choreography at PlazaCo, and instructing students in her private voice studio, Sing For Joy Music Studio. Tabitha is a five time Column Award winner for performance, choreography, and directing. Favorite acting credits include Miss Honey in MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and Mayella Ewell in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD. Favorite choreography credits include NEWSIES THE MUSICAL, WEST SIDE STORY, and TUCK EVERLASTING. The best role of all is wife to Saúl and mommy to Gemma and Nova. To Saúl, she sends a million thank yous for making each show possible. She dedicates this show to her own “Beth and Amy”, Eden and Miranda. “All my life, I’ve lived for loving you.”
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VICTORIA WELCH
(Meg March)
Victoria cherishes the memory of reading about the March women with her mom, the ultimate Marmee. Enraptured by the eloquent life lessons of the book, she is grateful to now tell this story in her PlazaCo debut. Most recently Victoria appeared as Agnes MacDonald in CHRISTMAS CITY, USA (viewable on YouTube). Lately she has been behind the scenes as associate producer for SEUSSICAL at Gateway Performing Arts, and stage manager for several shows in the metroplex. Victoria is the production manager for Gateway Church’s performing arts department. Her favorite roles will always be daughter, sister, and wife to the love of her life, Brian. “Thank you for sacrificing so much cuddle time.” Soli Deo Gloria!
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EDEN BARRUS
(Beth March)
Eden has grown up on the Plaza stage and has been appearing in productions here since she was 6 years old. She adored playing Ariel in THE LITTLE MERMAID, Teen Anne in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES and Boots in NEWSIES THE MUSICAL among other roles. Eden lived in Utah for much of last year and is pleased to have been able to return home in time to play in Plaza's reopening production of TUCK EVERLASTING. She loves the story in LITTLE WOMEN and hopes you enjoy the show as much as this cast has enjoyed putting it together.
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MANDY YOUNG
(Beth March)
Having just recently moved back to Texas from living in the Bay Area and after several years away from the theater world, Mandy is so excited to be making her Plaza debut in Little Women. As a sister of four, this story is near and dear to her heart. Her latest shows include CURTAINS, SIDE SHOW, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and ALADDIN. Apart from theater, she loves adventuring in the outdoors with her husband, Jason, and their dog, West. Mandy would like to thank her amazing husband and her three sisters - who each exemplify the different strengths of the March women.
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ADDISEN BAIRRINGTON
(Amy March)
Addisen is so super exited to be preforming back at Dudley Hall! She was most recently seen as Connie Mackenzie in A CHORUS LINE: HIGH SCHOOL EDITION (Slaughter Family Spotlight Series), and a Big Kid in MATILDA (Plaza Theatre Company). Addisen is an active Triple Threat Student at Casa Manana, a dancer at Dian Clough West Dance Studio, and a junior at Southwest Christian School. Addisen would like to thank God for giving her many blessings and everything she needs to fulfill his plan for her. “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7
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CAELIN WHITLEY
(Amy March)
Caelin is so excited to be back on stage here at Dudley Hall for her second Plaza Theatre Company show. Recently you may have seen Caelin as Deorwynn in SHERWOOD: THE ADVEBNTURES OF ROBIN HOOD at Plaza, but some of her favorite past productions and roles have been Anna in FROZEN JR, as the Mad Hatter in ALICE IN WONDERLAND, in the SOUND OF MUSIC, and as an actress and assistant director in VIRTUAL ISOLATION, a devised play about the quarantine experience. Caelin is currently a Triple-Threat student at Casa Mañana, a dancer at RISE Performing Arts Center, and a student at Mainstage Classic Theatre. She would like to thank her sister Carter for her continuous support, be that in the form of reminding her that she did, in fact, forget a line when they ran that last scene or jumping in to help her practice her fight choreography.
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KATHY LEMONS
(Marmee)
Kathy was last seen on the Plaza stage as Vera Sanders in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN. Some of her favorite roles at Plaza have been: Edith Wilkins in DEAR RUTH, Maude Atkinson (Column Nominee) in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, Mrs. Peacock in CLUE THE MUSICAL, Mother Abbess in SOUND OF MUSIC, Ida Straus in TITANIC, 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 the Granbury Opera House, Jan Marrow in PILLOW TALK at Southwest Reprise Theatre; Penelope Sycamore in YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU at the Granbury Opera House; Miss Andrew, the evil nanny, in MARY POPPINS at three different theatres including PlazaCo. Kathy has loved having the opportunity to reprise one of her favorite roles. She loves each of her daughters in the March family. As always, “All my love to Jim for keeping a song in my heart!” Eph. 3:20-21
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SUSAN METZGER
(Marmee)
Susan Metzger is "Delighted" to be back at Plaza again...her first show in the gorgeous Dudley Theatre! Recent roles include Mother Abbess, SOUND OF MUSIC at Artisan; Tanya, MAMMA MIA at Garland; Fairy Godmother at CASA MANANA; Mother Superior, SISTER ACT at MainStage Irving, Dolly, HELLO DOLLY at Granbury and Plaza and Patsy, ALWAYS, PATSY CLINE at Plaza. Upcoming Dec/Jan role is Veda Charles in the new musical HOPE IN THE HEARTLAND by Chris Machen (hopeintheheartland.net or FB page for more details!) Much thanks goes to Jodie & Soni (what a pair!) and to Lindsey, Tabitha and Christina for being a joy to work with! Love always to my handsome leading man Rob and to my Little Women (and now a man) Madeline, Susannah & Nick and my whole family! Matt 5:16
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LK FLETCHER
(Aunt March)
LK Fletcher is privileged to have sung all over the world from PBS specials, to opera and concert appearances and recitals as well as to follow her students in their careers on Broadway, at The Met, Covent Garden and American Idol and The Voice. LK is an active composer, pianist, conductor, playwright, and drama critic. She is passionate about promoting, encouraging and training singers. She shares a large collection of children, grandchildren, stray cats and a big yellow dog with her Mad Brit, Colin. Favorite roles include Mama Rose in GYPSY, and Golde in FIDDLER. 2 Cor 12:9
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CAMERON VARGAS
(Laurie)
Cameron Vargas is thrilled and honored to be making his Plaza Theatre debut! He was recently a part of the EPR program at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, and he attended school at PCPA - Professional Actor Training Program. He’s starred in shows such as Neil Simon’s BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, THE LITTLE MERMAID, A GENTLEMEN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, and SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE. He’d like to say a big thank you to anyone and everyone who got him to this point, especially his family. He wouldn’t be where he is without them. It’s been a terrific journey up to this point and he’s very excited to see what the future holds next.
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GARRETT HOLLOWELL
(Laurie)
Garrett Hollowell is excited to be making his Plaza debut as Laurie in LITTLE WOMEN. Most recently Garrett has appeared as Joe in POT ODDS at Theatre Project and Sam in BLACK DOG at Pizza Chapel Theatre. Garrett would like to thank Ally, Kyber, and Emery - "You are meant to fly on golden wings" - and dedicates this performance to the memory of Greg Hinton. “And some things will never die, the promise of who you are, the memories when I am far from you.”
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KEVIN BELT
(John Brooke)
Kevin Belt is excited to be returning to the Plaza stage. He previously performed at Plaza as Lt. Fredric in THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, and music directed THE ADDAM’S FAMILY in 2018. Kevin has also performed with Greater Carnegie Players in LES MISERABLES, BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, as well as AND THEN THERE WERE NONE. He would like to thank Plaza for this amazing opportunity, and his partner for all of the incredible support!
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MATT VICTORY
(John Brooke)
Matt's previous Plaza appearances include ZORRO, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, THE LITTLE MERMAID, MARY POPPINS, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. 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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BRANDON CARLTON
(Professor Bhaer)
Brandon is honored to be a part of this amazing production. This is his 4th performance at Plaza Dudley Hall and he could not be more excited and dedicated. You may have recently seen Brandon in AIDA as a Nubian and JOSEPH... DREAMCOAT as Judah, where he was grateful to be surrounded by a cast of great singers who gave him the confidence to sing for the first time in a musical! When he isn’t acting, Brandon is teaching drum lessons at Flam Tap Studio, teaching his four wonderful children Braedon, Ramsey, Kaemon, and Mariah, and serving our Lord. While Brandon enjoys his new found talent, his all time favorite role is being a U.S. Marine. The honor, dedication, and discipline learned there has carried over in every aspect of his life!
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JACESON P. BARRUS
(Professor Bhaer)
If the "More Info" tab under JaceSon's bio is to be believed, then LITTLE WOMEN is the 87th production at PlazaCo in which JaceSon has appeared. 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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BUD GILLETT
(Mr. Laurence)
Bud is pleased to be returning to the Plaza Theatre Company stage in the role of Mr. Laurence in LITTLE WOMEN. PlazaCo gave him his first stage role since high school when he was tapped to play President Franklin Roosevelt in ANNIE in 2017. Since then he has appeared as the barbershop-singing Olin Britt in THE MUSIC MAN, as Doc in WEST SIDE STORY, and as Jacob in JOSEPH... DREAMCOAT. Bud has also appeared across town with the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players in THE FOREIGNER, THE HOMECOMING, and in this summer's productions of FARCE OF HABIT and DEARLY BELOVED. Long time local television news viewers will remember Bud from his 37-years as an on-camera reporter for Fox 4 and CBS 11 News. And he can occasionally still be seen on TV in reruns of WALKER, TEXAS RANGER and THE FORENSIC FILES. When he's not rehearsing for a show, Bud is a full time mentor to his adopted Labrador Retriever mix, Rascal, and to a Teacup Chihuahua named Boo Boo (also known as the The Ti.)
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JAY A CORNILS
(Mr. Laurence )
Jay A Cornils is proud to be appearing in his third Plaza show here in Dudley Hall since the reopening of the theater in July of this year. His first performance with PTC was as Paul Sycamore in YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU (2008). LITTLE WOMEN marks his 46th show on stage with the PTC and his 77th show overall since moving to Johnson County in 2004. Other favorite rolls with PTC include Grandfather in RAGTIME (2012); Abe Goldman, BEAU JEST (2009); and Felix, THE GAMES A FOOT (2016). He is supported in his many theatre activities by his gracious and loving wife Corlis.
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JODIE AND SONI BARRUS
(Directors & Music Director, Props)
Soni and Jodie are at it once again as they direct LITTLE WOMEN. Other directing credits at Plaza Theatre Company include LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, THE KING AND I, THE WIZARD OF OZ, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE MUSIC MAN, JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT. They also directed ALL SHOOK UP at the Granbury Theatre Company and Soni directed THE SECRET GARDEN also at GTC. 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, Somi and Jodie have performed in several Plaza productions. Soni is the resident Prop Master and Jodie is the Box Office Manager.
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TABITHA IBARRA
(Meg March / Choreographer)
Tabitha loves choreographing for PlazaCo and LITTLE WOMEN has been no exception. Favorite choreography credits include NEWSIES THE MUSICAL, MATILDA THE MUSICAL, IN THE HEIGHTS, and WEST SIDE STORY. She has won Column Awards for her work on ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, WEST SIDE STORY, and NEWSIES THE MUSICAL, as well as choreography awards at the Junior Theatre Festival for MARY POPPINS JR, THE LION KING JR, and SEUSSICAL JR. Along with working for Plaza Theatre Company, Tabitha enjoys running her own Private Vocal Studio - Sing For Joy. Tabitha’s favorite role is wife to Saúl and mommy to Gemma and Nova but she loves being on stage too and is thrilled to get to play the role of Meg in LITTLE WOMEN.
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LINDSAY BATT
(Stage Manager)
Lindsay is back to stage mange one of her favorite stories. 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, TUCK EVERLASTING, and BIG RIVER. Lindsay is a multiple COLUMN AWARD Winner and is also on the Board of Directors for THE COLUMN AWARDS."A special thanks to William, Chloe and Zoe for continuing to encourage my love of theater"
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RUTH ANN WARWICK
(Assistant Stage Manager)
Ruth Ann is more than thrilled to be back working on her 24th production with Plaza Co. You may have seen her onstage in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, RAGTIME, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, DEAR RUTH, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, POLLYANNA, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, MARY POPPINS or LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRE. Ruth Ann has also stage managed 14 shows, from WHITE CHRISTMAS to THE MUSIC MAN. She will always be grateful for the experiences and friendships gained with this amazing theatre and production team. "All my love and thanks to Jim, Jace and Emily, who bring light and joy to each and every day." Enjoy the show. Now go out and be Astonishing!
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CARLO J. ACEYTUNO
(Intimacy Director)
Carlo is originally from Los Angeles, CA, but now lives in Dallas, TX, where he is a local fight director and action choreographer. He has studied both Martial Arts and Stage Combat for over 20 years. A video game/comic book loving nerd and father of three, Carlo is co-founder of the stage combat organization SC Dallas, LLC. He has been recognized by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) as an Advanced Actor Combatant and as proficient in Theatrical Firearms Safety. Carlo is also an Intimacy Director and Consent Educator on the pathway to certification with Intimacy Directors & Coordinators (idcprofessionals.com). His range of work has been seen on The History Channel, the Hollywood Bowl, the House of Blues, Winspear Opera House, and more. Carlo is happy to once again work with Plaza Theatre Company and all the talented professionals therein.
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DAVID SALDIVAR
(Fight Director)
David Saldivar is a certified Advanced Actor Combatant with the Society of American Fight Directors. He graduated from UTA in 2015 with a Bachelors in Theatre Arts and continues to work with local theaters & high schools. In addition to working in theater, David is a licensed pyrotechnician and also the fight director for Scarborough Renaissance Festival. When he is not working on projects he spends his time with his dog or finding hole in the wall taquerias with friends.
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