STAN GRANER
(Edward Bloom)
STAN GRANER (Edward Bloom) is thrilled to return to the Plaza stage. Credits here include Fagin in OLIVER, Walter Hobbs in ELF THE MUSICAL, and Captain E. J. Smith in TITANIC. Theaters worked at include WaterTower Theatre (THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, A RAISIN IN THE SUN), Theatre Three (COMPANY, CAROLINE OR CHANGE), Uptown Players (BENT, THE YOUNG MAN FROM ATLANTA), Casa Mañana (CAMELOT, MAN OF LA MANCHA), Lyric Stage (NEWSIES, THE MOST HAPPY FELLA), Stage West (CANTERBURY TALES, SONGWRITER), Circle Theatre (KODACHROME, BECKY’S NEW CAR), The Classics Theatre Project (THE CHERRY ORCHARD, SUMMER AND SMOKE), Amphibian Stage Productions (HERSHEL AND THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS), Garland Summer Musicals (THE MUSIC MAN, CRAZY FOR YOU), Stolen Shakespeare Guild (HELLO DOLLY, THE MUSIC MAN), and Kitchen Dog Theater (THE JUNIPER TREE). Stan is a recipient of a DFW Theater Critics Forum award, a Live Theatre League of Tarrant County award, and several Column awards.
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JOHANNA MILLER
(Sandra Bloom)
Johanna is thrilled to be part of her first Plaza show after an eight-year hiatus from performing. Her previous credits include SWEENEY TODD, THE MIRACLE WORKER, INTO THE WOODS, JEKYLL & HYDE, ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, AUNTIE MAME, and FOOLS. "This show is dedicated to my son, Gabriel, and to Daniel and Jeremy, who are each fighting their own inspiring, faith-filled battles with cancer."
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MEREDITH BROWNING
(Sandra Bloom)
has been active for many years throughout the DFW area as an actor, opera singer, and music director, but some of her favorite performances have been right here on the Plaza stage, most recently as Betty Blake in WILL ROGERS FOLLIES. You may remember her as Mary Poppins, Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Marian in THE MUSIC MAN, Betty in WHITE CHRISTMAS, and Mae in TUCK EVERLASTING. She is also very proud of her work as music director for THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, for which she won a Column Award. Other favorite roles include Baker’s Wife in INTO THE WOODS, Mabel in PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Guenevere in CAMELOT, Amalia in SHE LOVES ME, and Luisa in ZORRO THE MUSICAL. Recently, Meredith performed as a soprano soloist in the Fort Worth Opera’s HANDEL’S MESSIAH concert. She sends all her love to Tyson, her husband of 26 years!
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GARRETT HOLLOWELL
(Will Bloom)
Garrett Hollowell is honored to be back on the Plaza stage! Notable roles include Laurie in LITTLE WOMEN at PlazaCo, Doctor/Escapologist in MATILDA at Granbury Theatre Co, Action in WEST SIDE STORY at Granbury Theatre Co. He is also the Hughes MS theatre director and fronts the band Dead Words. He would like to thank his wife and kids, Ally, Kyber, and Emery, for their love and support! “For dad, thank you for fighting the dragons, and for Emery, I’ll fight the dragons until you can.”
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ROSE IVIE
(Will Bloom)
Rose Ivie (they/them) is very excited to join Plaza Theatre Company for another wonderful show! Here at Plaza, you may recognize them from their performances as Prince Topher (CINDERELLA), Ham (THE ARK), Sherlock Holmes (BASKERVILLE), Neleus (MARY POPPINS), and from other ensemble and dance corps roles. They have also appeared as Franz Liebkind (THE PRODUCERS), Prince Herbert/French Taunter (SPAMALOT), Aunt March (LITTLE WOMEN), and Cowardly Lion (WIZARD OF OZ) at the Granbury Opera House. Some of their other favorite roles have been Jason (BARE: A POP OPERA), and Tony (WEST SIDE STORY). They have also Directed Music Directed many productions. They are a proud voice teacher in the DFW area and the Vice President of Melpo Theatre Co. "I would like to thank Bryce for being my biggest supporter. The best part of an adventure is the people you meet!"
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COOPER KIMBALL
(Young will)
Cooper is very excited to be a part of this talented cast! Cooper was last seen as James Rogers in WILL ROGERS FOLLIES at Plaza Theatre Company. Other roles include Paul Irving in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Jeremy Potts in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG and a member of the Kids Ensemble in OLIVER, all at Plaza Theatre Company. In his spare time, Cooper is active in the Burleson ISD Archery Team, Boy Scouts, drum lessons, and attends the Musical Theatre Stars B class at Plaza Academy. Previous roles include Donkey in SHREK JR, JoJo in SEUSSICAL KIDS, Sebastian in THE LITTLE MERMAID JR, and Pabbie in FROZEN JR, all at Plaza Academy. Cooper attended the Junior Theatre Festival in Sacramento in February with the ShowCo group where they won the Excellence in Dance Award. Cooper would like to thank his friends and family for all their support!
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LAKEN KENNEDY
(Young Will)
This is Laken's Plaza debut and he couldn't be more excited! Laken has always enjoyed performing. He has been involved in some small productions at his elementary school. Laken enjoys playing the piano and soccer with his friends. "Thank you mom and dad for supporting me!"
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DELANEY GEBHART
(Josephine Bloom)
Delaney is so happy to finally be in her first Plaza show and to be doubled with her bestie! Previous roles include Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Katherine in NEWSIES, Janet in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, Julia in THE WEDDING SINGER, and Laurey in OKLAHOMA! When not on stage, Delaney serves on the leadership team of The Hopeful Theatre Project. She is also a professional photographer for families, couples, and actors in DFW. A big thanks her husband - Eric, her friends, Buzz, and her family, just because.
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JESSICA HOLT
(Josephine Bloom)
Jessica is thrilled to be back on stage in her sixth Plaza show and doubling with her bestie! 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, POLLYANNA, JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT, SHREK THE MUSICAL, or THE LITTLE MERMAID. Other credits include Audrey in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, Ado Annie in OKLAHOMA, Margot in LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, and Jo March in LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL. Jessica earned a BFA in Theatre Performance 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 serves on the Board of Directors for Mainstage Irving-Las Colinas and THE COLUMN AWARDS. She was recently awarded Baylor University's Young Alumna of the Year for her work with The Hopeful Theatre Project. Enjoy the show and remember “be the hero every time you get the chance”!
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GARY PAYNE
(Amos Calloway)
Gary is so happy to be back at PlazaCo for his 9th show! Most recently, he Clem Rogers here in THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES. Plaza audiences may also remember him from our recent production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Other favorites here include THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK, MARY POPPINS, TITANIC, and HAIRSPRAY, to name a few. Next up, Gary will be appearing as Olin Britt in The Hopeful Theatre Project's upcoming production of THE MUSIC MAN. Gary is represented by Core Talent - http://www.coretalent.biz/Talent/Gary-Payne/.
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EMILY FRERICH
(Jenny Hill/Alabama Lamb)
Emily feels so blessed to be making her Plaza Theatre debut as Jenny Hill! She graduated from Oklahoma State University with her theatre performance degree and this past year has enjoyed playing roles like Kira in XANADU, Fritzie Kost in CABARET, and Josephine in Firehouse Theatre’s small cast version of BIG FISH. When she’s not onstage, you can find her teaching aerial yoga and kids classes at Weightless back home in Wichita Falls, TX. Emily would like to say a huge thank you to her wonderful family, friends, and doggy for their love and support! Come back in July and see her as Katherine in Newsies!
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JESS JENNINGS
(The Witch)
Jess Jennings (she/her) is thrilled to take part in this beautiful production of one of her favorite musicals. Plaza patrons may remember Jess most recently as Actress 1 in BASKERVILLE. Some of her other Dudley performances include Egyptus in THE ARK, Sarah in RAGTIME, and Diana Barry in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES. Jess has been very grateful to have made so many wonderful friends within the Plaza community over the past year. She would like to thank her family for their love and support, with a special shout out to her sister Jazzlyn for being the coolest. Catch Jess after the show if you want to know your future!
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REAGAN MOSS
(The Witch)
Reagan is so happy to be back on the plaza stage after appearing as Gingy in their 2019 production of Shrek! Some of her favorite roles include Jo March (LITTLE WOMEN), Charlotte (CINDERELLA) and The Countess (MURDER…EXPRESS). Reagan is moving to MN in the fall to attend MSU and pursue a bachelors in screenwriting. Reagan would like to thank her fellow cast, and the production team of Big Fish. She would also like to thank her friends and family for their continued support as well as the TSA agent at Terminal B that said she had the “look”. She owes this all to him. Enjoy the show!
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BERKAN DINCER
(Karl)
Berkan Dincer is thrilled to return to Plaza Theatre in BIG FISH as “Karl The Giant”. Berkan's previous credits include “Daniel” in the feature film 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS and “Jetsam” in Plaza’s production of THE LITTLE MERMAID. He would like to take this opportunity to thank his family for their support, specifically his wife Allyson Dincer.
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RANDY HEAD
(Karl)
Randy Head is a Johnson county native. You may have seen him in such rolls as Charlie Brown in You’re a Good man , Audrey II in Little Shop, and most recently Manolo Costezuela in Female version of the Odd Couple at The Carnegie Players. He’d like to thank his cast mates , production team , and director Aaron for all the hard work that went into this show. “If you gotta break a leg, make sure it’s a giant one”
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TOMMY KENNEDY
(Don Price)
Tommy is very excited to return to the Plaza stage! Previous Plaza credits include Potts, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, and Northbrook, MARY POPPINS. His previous music director credits for Plaza include OLIVER!, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, and FROZEN Jr. Tommy is a proud educator for Cleburne ISD and hopes you enjoy the show! "Thank you so much to my wife and family for everything!"
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TREVIN MCLAUGHLIN
(Don Price)
Trevin is excited to return to the Plaza Stage! He previously appeared in MARY POPPINS, TITANIC, SHREK, 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), SCROOGE and ANNIE (Artisan Theatre), OTHELLO (Bare Bones Shakespeare), Assistant Director on OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS (Carnegie Players), and Directed TUCK EVERLASTING and THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (Artisan Theatre). Trevin is a middle school theatre teacher, which he considers the best job in the world.
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BEN TANNER
(Over-excited Scout)
Benjamin Tanner is thrilled to be performing with Plaza! Ben is a member of Plaza Academy Senior Company and attends the Oakridge School in Arlington, Tx. Ben is active with training programs for musical theater in DFW as well as NYC. He has performed with Casa Manana, Dallas Theatre Center and loves performing at Plaza! Some of his past productions were ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, FROZEN, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Plaza. He would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support.
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MATTHEW LEAKE
(Over-excited Scout)
Matthew is agog to be on the Plaza stage. Some of his favorite roles include Cowboy in WILL ROGERS FOLLIES, Stanley in HELLO DOLLY, Dancer in MARY POPPINS, Noah Claypole in OLIVER!, Fyedka in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Centipede in JAMES PEACH JR, Uncle Fester in THE ADDAMS FAMILY SCHOOL EDITION, Big Kid in MATILDA, Dance Corps in WHITE CHRISTMAS and Frank Jr in CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN.
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RACHEL DANIELS
(Dr. Bennett)
Rachel is thrilled to be part of BIG FISH! She has previously appeared on the Plaza stage in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, RAGTIME, TITANIC, WHITE CHRISTMAS, THE LITTLE MERMAID, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Her favorite roles include the Witch in INTO THE WOODS, Tzeitel in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Kate McGowan in TITANIC, Factory Girl in LES MISERABLES, and a Disciple in GODSPELL, all with the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players. She has also performed in DO YOU HEAR THE PEOPLE SING at American Airlines Center and THE PROMISE in Glen Rose, as well as with Family Music Theatre, Oklahoma Baptist University, and Cleburne High School. Thanks to Aaron and David for the opportunity!
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HALEY YOUNG
(Nurse Maddie)
This is Haley’s first show at PlazaCo. She is excited to be back on the stage. She has previously tackled roles such as Wicked Stepsister in CINDERELLA, Veruca Salt in CHARLIE AND..FACTORY, Ghost of Christmas Past in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Deliah Owens in IS THERE A COMIC..HOUSE?, Gertie Cummings in OKLAHOMA!, and Shenzi in LION KING. She wishes to thank her family and freinds near and far for all their support. She is very grateful to have worked with her father, David Young, as music director. “Another cast, another family.”
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L BRYCE WELBORN
(Zacky Price / Dance Corps)
L Bryce Welborn (they/them) is so excited to join Plaza Theatre Company for yet another amazing show! They have been active in the educational and community theatre scene for over eight years, with over ten total years of professional training in dance, acting, and voice. They have previously directed and choreographed 15 productions in the DFW area, including at the theatre company they Co-founded in 2019, Melpo Theatre Co. At Plaza, you may recognize them from their performances as Younger Brother (RAGTIME), Shem (THE ARK), Actor 2/Sir Henry (BASKERVILLE), and from other ensemble and dance corps roles. They have also appeared as Shellhammer (MIRACLE ON 34TH ST) at the Granbury Opera House. Some of their other favorite roles have been Peter (BARE: A POP OPERA), Mark Cohen (RENT), Moritz (SPRING AWAKENING), Davey (NEWSIES), and William Barfée (THE 25TH...SPELLING BEE). "I would like to thank Ivie for being my biggest supporter. The best part of an adventure is the people you meet!"
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ZANE MARTIN
(Fisherman / Dance Corps)
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CARSON J. CLAY
(Red Fang / Dance Corps)
Carson (They/He) is so thrilled to be in Big Fish here with Plaza Theatre Company! Some of their favorite shows they have recently been in are RAGTIME at Plaza Theatre Company, ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL at Alvarado High School, and R&H CINDERELLA at Plaza Theatre Company. Some other shows they have done is WILL ROGERS FOLLIES, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, MARY POPPINS, ONE FOR THE POT, EIF THE MUSICAL, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF JR., TITANIC THE MUSICAL, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2, JAMES...GIANT PEACH JR., and PROOF. Other shows they worked backstage for are BASKERVILLE A SHERLOCK HOMES MYSTERIES, LITTLE WOMAN, THE LITTLE MERMAID JR., ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. “I’d like to thank the directors and production team for giving me this wonderful opportunity!!”
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CARTER MANNING
(Dance Corps)
Carter is currently in the 8th grade at Alvarado Jr. High where he is active in honors band, tennis, drama select and part of the GT program. This is his eighth appearance on the Dudley Stage. Previously he was seen in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES and OLIVER. His favorite role so far was playing Jimmy in POLLYANNA. Carter is privileged to be part of Plaza Academy’s senior company and has attended two Junior Theatre Festivals where they have earned several awards to the group. Carter would like to thank his family and friends for their constant love and support but most importantly his Oma (Diane Ryan) who is willing to stay late to drive him home and who is always there when he needs something last minute. Carter would like to give special thank you to Aaron for allowing him the opportunity to be a part of yet another fun and talented cast.
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ETHAN SEBREE
(Dance Corps)
Ethan is so excited to be making his second appearance at Plaza in this heartfelt show! He was most recently seen at Plaza as Lefou in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, but was also recently in MATILDA at the Granbury Opera House, "This show has been such a valuable experience, and I want to thank my fellow cast members, the crew, and the production team for helping bring it together for the stage!"
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ANNA HOPPER
(Girl in the Water/Alabama Lamb)
Anna is excited to be in her ninth main stage show at Plaza Theatre Company. You may have seen her in CINDERELLA, OLIVER, MARY POPPINS, ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, CHRISTMAS CAROL, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. You may have also caught her at Plaza’s junior theatre where she has done A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS and FROZEN, JR, among others. Being Hodel in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, JR, and being Karen in SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS THE MUSICAL, have been her absolute favorite so far. Anna wants to thank Aaron Siler for trusting her with this role, and to her entire Plaza family for being loving and accepting of her. Also, many thanks to her parents, her doggos, and her husband Gideon for being her biggest supporters. @anna_eliza_bear “BEEF!”
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LAUREN HUNT
(Dance Corps)
Lauren is very excited for the opportunity to be able to perform! last time she was on stage she played Kitty in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Alvarado High School, - Thank you to my loved ones for believing in me!
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KYLIE KIMBALL
(Dance Corps)
Kylie is honored to be performing on the Dudley stage again with such a wonderful cast! Kylie was last seen as a member of the Dance Corps in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST a Plaza Theatre Company. Past roles include: Young Anne in ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Dance Corps in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, Pollyanna in POLYANNA, Matilda Wormwood in MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Carrie Ingalls in LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, Susan Waverly in WHITE CHRISTMAS, and the Ghost of Christmas Past in CHRISTMAS CAROL, all at PlazaCo. Kylie is active in her school golf team and recently attended the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, GA in January with the Senior Company from Plaza Academy where they earned the Excellence in Music Award in addition to performing a New Works Showcase in front of over 6,000 people! Kylie would like to thank her family for all of their support and driving to and from rehearsals.
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ELIZABETH MILLER
(Cheerleader/Dance Corps)
Biz is beyond thrilled to be stepping on the PlazaCo. stage for the third time. She was recently in PlazaCo's. production of BEAUTY…BEAST, with other credits such as Beth in LITTLE WOMEN at Granbury Theatre Co. Kim in BYE BYE BIRDIE at Weatherford College, Elle Woods in LEGALLY BLONDE JR. with Granbury Theatre Academy, Sophie in MAMMA MIA! at AHS, and Maggie in A CHORUS LINE in collaboration with Slaughter Family Arts and Casa Mañana, and countless others. She would like to thank her family and close friends for always showing her “What’s Next” in her story.
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JADE STOWE
(Dance Corps Swing)
Jade is so excited to be on Dudley stage again! Although, It came as a surprise to her as she learned about it approximately a week before opening that she’d be here! But she would like to thank the entire production team of Big Fish for trusting her and allowing her to join their beautiful show! A big shout out to the cast as well for welcoming her with open arms and helping her out so much! Her favorite roles including Sandy in THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, Portia in SOMETHING….NEW WORKS, Big Kid in MATILDA, & Fiona in SHREK JR.! “I thank The Lord daily for blessing me with the constant support I receive from friends and family. Special shout-out to my grandparents for being my biggest supporters through every show!” James 1:2-4 “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.”
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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 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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DAVID YOUNG
(Music Director)
This is David's second show at Plaza Theatre Co. He played Henry Ford in last season's production of RAGTIME. This time, however, David is stepping off the stage and directing the music for this production of Big Fish. This is David's second time to music direct BIG FISH. He was the Thespian All-State Music Director in 2015 for their award-winning production of BIG FISH which went all the way to nationals. David will next appear on the Plaza stage in the role of Joseph Pulitzer in NEWSIES. David wants to thank his family for all their support and especially his wife, Dawn. David is also excited to welcome his daughter, Haley, to her first production at Plaza.
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CESSANY CARPENTER
(Stage Manager)
Cessany is thrilled to be back at Plaza for her 32nd show! She has stage managed/assistant stage managed over 60 productions with credits from Plaza, Granbury Theatre Company, Theatre Arlington, FortWorth Opera, and San Diego Opera. Cessany graduated from Ouachita Baptist University with a bachelor's in theatre and did some continuing education at TCU. Some of her favorite roles include Anytime Annie in 42ND STREET at PlazaCo, Crystal in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Granbury Theatre Company, and the Shoemakers Elf in SHREK at PlazaCo. "Thank you to my favorite human, Josh, for watching our zoo alone for the last few weeks!"
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ABBY WATSON MARTINEZ
(Assistant Stage Manager)
Abby is thrilled to join the production team of BIG FISH in the role of Assistant Stage Manager. The last show she was involved in was PlazaCo's KEN LUDWIG'S BASKERVILLE as Assistant Director, and the last time she was on stage was in PlazaCo's CHRISTMAS CAROL. When not at the theatre, she is a homeschool teacher of language arts to two very bright students. She enjoys gardening, painting, and snuggling with her dog and cat.
She would like to thank her husband Freddy for his continued love throughout this rehearsal process and all the others.
"You are my Home, darling."
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