Maddie is a senior at Beaumont High School and has been involved in numerous BHS theatre productions. For Hairspray, she serves as both the Production Stage Manager and Lighting Designer, marking her tenth production with the program. Outside of theatre, Maddie is deeply involved in the performing arts as a musician. She serves as the Principal French Horn in the High School Wind Ensemble and as the drum major for the Marching Band. She is proud to contribute to the arts community both on and off the stage and hopes you enjoy the show!

Samuel Schell is one of the stage managers for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. This marks his second show as a stage manager and his fourth production in technical theatre, having previously worked on Oklahoma!, Shrek the Musical, and The Addams Family. Before transitioning into technical theatre, Samuel performed on stage in BHS productions of The Music Man, Annie, and Beauty and the Beast. Now a senior, he plans to attend the University of Toronto, where he will pursue a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and History. Samuel also looks forward to continuing his involvement in technical theatre at the university level. He is grateful to be part of this production and hopes you enjoy the show!

Emily Acosta serves as a Stage Manager for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. She previously gained valuable experience as an Assistant Stage Manager for Shrek the Musical, her first major production. Currently a freshman, Emily enjoys being involved in theatre while staying focused on her academics. Looking ahead, she plans to pursue a career as a pediatric doctor. She is excited to be part of this production and hopes you enjoy the show!

Mackenzie Leonard has been involved in eight Beaumont High School theatre productions. Her past roles include ensemble performances in Beauty and the Beast as a spoon and villager, Mamma Mia! as part of the vocal ensemble, and West Side Story as Baby John, among others. She is especially known for her standout performance as the title role in Annie. For Hairspray, Mackenzie is stepping into a new role behind the scenes as Props Master, marking her first experience in technical theatre. She looks forward to continuing her involvement in Beaumont High School musicals through her senior year and is excited to be part of this production. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Makayla Bentz is a member of the props team for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. She has been involved in several school productions, including Shrek the Musical, Juvie, Almost, Maine, and To Date or Not to Date. A passionate junior, Makayla enjoys working on the technical side of theatre and is excited to continue contributing to the program through her senior year. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Gianna Guillen is a member of the Stage Crew, and this is her third show at BHS! Her favorite part of tech is meeting new people and working together on projects. She plans to spend the remainder of her high school years in technical theatre.

Brooklyn Duerr serves as the Sound Board Operator for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. A freshman, she is thrilled to be part of the backstage crew and has been involved in technical theatre since seventh grade. Brooklyn has worked on five productions, including The Little Mermaid, West Side Story, Oklahoma!, The Addams Family, and Shrek the Musical. Hairspray marks her first time managing the microphone board, and she is excited to continue developing her skills in technical theatre. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Ariel Sanchez is a freshman at Beaumont High School who enjoys working behind the scenes in technical theatre. For Hairspray, she serves as a Sound Operator, continuing to build her experience in live production. Previously, Ariel worked as a Spotlight Operator for Shrek the Musical, where she developed valuable skills in supporting live performances. She enjoys being part of a collaborative team and looks forward to continuing to grow her skills and involvement in future productions. Ariel hopes you enjoy the show!

Allie Radtke is a member of the lighting crew for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. A sophomore at BHS, she is also involved in Art and AVID. Allie has enjoyed learning new skills through her work in technical theatre and values being part of such a supportive and creative theatre community. She looks forward to continuing her involvement in future productions. Allie hopes you enjoy the show!

Stephanie Sepulveda is a freshman at Beaumont High School and serves as a lighting designer and spotlight operator for this production of Hairspray. This is her first year in theatre, though she has enjoyed attending multiple productions at Beaumont High School and other local theatres. Some of her favorite numbers in Hairspray include “Without Love,” “You’re Timeless to Me,” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat.” Stephanie plans to attend Riverside Community College after high school to pursue music and acting, and she hopes to continue working in theatre technology throughout high school and beyond. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Kalayah Araujo is a first-year theater tech student who has discovered a passion for prop building and set design. She is excited to continue her journey in theater tech next year as a high school freshman.

Athena Villanueva is a member of the stage crew for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. This marks her second show working backstage, having previously served on stage crew for Shrek the Musical. Athena is a seventh-grade student at San Gorgonio Middle School and is excited to be part of the production team. She is grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the show and is thrilled to be involved in this musical. Athena hopes you enjoy the performance!

Adriel is a member of the technical crew for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. He found the production to be both an enjoyable and valuable learning experience as he continues to grow in technical theatre. Throughout the process, Adriel built strong connections with fellow cast and crew members and appreciated being part of such a collaborative team. He is grateful for the opportunity to help bring this production to life and hopes you enjoy the show!

department’s tech crew for the first time, assisting with building and moving sets on stage. She has always admired the dedication and hard work that goes into each production and is grateful to now be part of that process. After high school, Annylee plans to pursue a career that allows her to continue inspiring and helping those around her. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Helayna Renwick is a member of the stage crew for Beaumont High School’s production of Hairspray. She previously performed as Hannah in Little Women, which remains her favorite role. While she does not have formal theatre training, Helayna has gained valuable hands-on experience through school productions. She is currently a student at Beaumont High School and plans to pursue an associate’s degree in radiology after graduation. Helayna is excited to be part of the team and contribute to bringing this production to life. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Bryan Pless is 17 years old and a member of the backstage crew for Beaumont High School’s production of Hairspray, where he helps move and manage sets during the show. He has enjoyed being part of the tech team and contributing behind the scenes. Bryan would like to thank his family for their constant support and encouragement—especially his mom, who was involved in theatre as a child and has inspired him to be part of this production. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Elijah is a 16-year-old creative entering his first year in backstage technical theatre and is thrilled to be part of Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. He previously performed on stage in Shrek the Musical (White Rabbit), Almost, Maine (Lendall, Daniel, and East), The Addams Family (Ancestor), and a One Act production (Donnie). Elijah is grateful for the opportunity to help bring this show to life from behind the scenes and is excited for audiences to experience the performance. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Jacob Godman-Adams is a freshman at Beaumont High School and is excited to be part of the tech crew for his first theatre production. He has enjoyed learning the behind-the-scenes work that goes into bringing a show to life. After high school, Jacob plans to attend California Baptist University to pursue a career in nursing. While he does not plan to continue in theatre, he is grateful for the opportunity to be part of this production and hopes you enjoy the show!

Takara Walker is a 7th grader at Mountain View Middle School and is excited to be part of her second production. Her first show was Shrek the Musical, where she had the opportunity to learn the ropes of technical theatre from those around her. Takara is eager to continue growing in tech and looks forward to being involved in many future productions. After high school, she plans to move to Oregon to study marine biology. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Leiah Omura is a sophomore at Beaumont High School and a member of the stage crew for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. This is her first year working in technical theatre, and she has enjoyed spending her time contributing to the production. In addition to her involvement in theatre, Leiah is a dedicated student who values both her academics and extracurricular activities. She hopes to continue being part of the theatre program while pursuing her goal of becoming a pediatrician. Leiah hopes you enjoy the show!

Emily Valencia is a freshman at Beaumont High School and is part of the technical crew for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. This marks her first experience in theatre, and she has enjoyed engaging with fellow students while building new friendships through the program. Emily is passionate about the performing arts and looks forward to continuing to grow her experience in technical theatre. She plans to further her education by pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Technology at the University of California, Irvine. She would like to thank her parents for supporting her involvement in theatre and hopes you enjoy the show!

Anaya Pimpton is a senior at Beaumont High School and a member of the costume team for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. She specializes in costuming and jewelry design and has contributed her talents to multiple productions, including The Addams Family and Hairspray. Anaya’s favorite theatre memories include working alongside her friends and watching the incredible talent of her peers come to life on stage. After graduation, she plans to pursue a degree in Psychology at the University of California, Riverside. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Joanna Galindo is a junior at Beaumont High School and is part of the costume team for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. This marks her fifth musical with the program, having previously been involved in West Side Story, Oklahoma!, The Addams Family, and Shrek the Musical. She also performed in To Date or Not to Date and Juvie. Joanna has been involved in theatre throughout her high school years and enjoys contributing both on and off the stage. She is excited to see what her next steps will be after graduation. Joanna hopes you enjoy the show!

Keira is excited to be part of the tech crew for Beaumont High School’s production of Hairspray. They have enjoyed working behind the scenes to help bring the show to life and appreciate being part of such a dedicated team. They hope you enjoy the performance!

Hailey is proud to be a member of the technical theatre team for Hairspray. From building sets to supporting backstage operations, they have enjoyed contributing to the production process. Thank you for supporting the arts!

Mikayla is a member of the tech crew for Hairspray and has enjoyed helping with various aspects of the production. Working behind the scenes has given them a greater appreciation for all that goes into putting on a show. They hope you enjoy the performance!

Violet is excited to be involved in the technical side of Hairspray at Beaumont High School. They have enjoyed learning new skills and contributing to the success of the production. They are grateful to be part of the theatre program and hope you enjoy the performance!

Mars is proud to serve as the Front of House Manager for Beaumont High School’s production of Hairspray. They have enjoyed helping create a welcoming and organized experience for audiences while supporting the overall success of the production. From coordinating the lobby to assisting patrons, they play an important role in bringing the show to life beyond the stage. They hope you enjoy the performance!

Lillian is a freshman at Beaumont High School and a member of the backstage technical crew for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. She enjoys working behind the scenes, particularly in set construction, where she helps bring creative ideas to life on stage. Lillian finds great fulfillment in seeing her ideas come together as part of the overall production and appreciates the collaborative and imaginative nature of theatre. She plans to continue her involvement in the program and hopes to letter in theatre, opening up future opportunities at Riverside City College. She has loved working on this production and looks forward to continuing her journey in theatre. Lillian hopes you enjoy the show!

Austin Moshier is a member of the technical crew for Beaumont High School Theatre’s production of Hairspray. He works on set construction and the movement of scenic elements on stage, helping bring the production to life behind the scenes. Austin’s favorite part of technical theatre is working with power tools and collaborating with others in the production. He is currently enrolled in Tech Theatre 1 and Advanced Theatre/Tech Theatre Production. After high school, Austin plans to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Shelly Becker began working on costumes for BHS theater in 2017 in the production of "The Music Man." She claims she didn't really have the talent but was recruited because no one else knew how to thread the sewing machine. She has continued working on costumes in every production since that time. It is a challenging job considering many productions have over 100 students in the cast with multiple costume changes. Shelly's favorite part of her job is being around the students whose joy and energy is infectious but she gets teary eyed when it's time to say goodbye to seniors. She hopes you enjoy the show.

NANDI!’s artistic experience is most heavily rooted in music performance, ranging from classical, musical theater, gospel, jazz, contemporary, and ambient genres. An alumnus of Beaumont High School, NANDI! has studied music at University of Redlands (2016-21: piano/voice), Oakwood University (‘21-23: Piano Performance) and Berklee College of Music (‘23-24: Performance, Film Scoring, & Recording Arts and Production). In a year-long academic sabbatical (‘24-25), NANDI! took to honing their studies by recording and producing original music, leading to the debut single release, “Breathe.” (out now on bandcamp.com!), and expanding into local poetry scenes. NANDI! is now reentering the academic scene as a musical instructor and musical theater vocal director in the Inland Empire. Technical studies in performance include: Piano (2010-26), Musical Theater (2014-26), Choir (The Aeolians of Oakwood University, ‘21-23), & Live Stage Performance (Berklee, ‘23-24). Shows performed (& M.D, musically directed) at Beaumont District include The Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, Les Miserables, The Music Man, Elf the Musical, The Wizard of Oz (M.D.), Little Shop of Horrors (M.D), Footloose, and Hairspray! the Musical (M.D.).

Originally from Denver, Colorado, Reagan began her dance training at Colorado Ballet at the age of seven. She was awarded a full merit scholarship and began dancing en pointe at just eight years old, leading to over a decade of rigorous classical training. Throughout her early career, she performed in numerous ballets, including The Nutcracker, Don Quixote, Sleeping Beauty, and Les Sylphides, among others. Reagan attended both middle and high school for the performing arts in Denver, where she began her journey as a choreographer, creating work for her school’s musical productions. Her first production, The Wiz, continues to hold a special place in her heart. She has trained with prestigious institutions such as Colorado Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet, and the renowned Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble, expanding her repertoire to include modern, lyrical, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, and West African dance styles. As a young professional, Reagan quickly became a sought-after choreographer, working with performing artists and directors throughout Colorado and California. Discovering a passion for teaching, she transitioned from performing to instruction and choreography. For over 15 years, she has taught and choreographed across the Bay Area and Southern California, contributing to productions such as High School Musical, Shrek the Musical, Annie, The Little Mermaid, Oliver!, Seussical the Musical, and Into the Woods, among many others. Reagan is also the proud owner of Ray of Light Performing Arts, which she has led for the past seven years. She is known for her ability to inspire and bring out the very best in her students. Reagan is honored to collaborate with Beaumont High School Theatre and is excited to continue sharing her passion for the performing arts with the community.

Erin Crabtree currently teaches 3rd grade at Sundance. With 34 years of experience in theater she has spent the last ten working as a costume director for Beaumont High School Performing Arts along side her mother, to whom she is most grateful. She’s also thankful for her family and their patience as she focuses her time and attention on the shows. Break a leg everyone!

Pam Bernard began her love of theatre at the age of 7 when she was cast in The King & I. She went on to sing, dance, and act in many productions from there. She received a degree in Theatre Arts from CSUSB and later also earned a CTE credential in Theatre Arts & Entertainment. Mrs. Bernard worked with Mrs. Hauschild to establish the Beaumont Performing Arts Theatre Program opening with a K12 show of The King & I in 2014. She has continued to co-direct such favorites as Les Mis, Sound of Music, and Fiddler on the Roof, as well as Little Shop of Horrors and Mama Mia. Mrs. Bernard continues to nurture and promote a love of Theatre and growth of character development. She hopes you will enjoy the show and all the talent that our school has to offer.

Daniel West is extremely excited to be with the Beaumont High School theatre team for his third year. Daniel has been working professionally in theatre as a teaching artist for the last 20 years. A native of the Inland Empire, he has spent most of his career working in and around Southern California both as a theatrical designer/fight choreographer and teacher. Daniel is in his third year working for BUSD after spending 10 years with Riverside County Office of Education as their lead technical theatre teacher and industry advisory facilitator. He holds a BA in Theatre Arts from CSUSB and a Master of Theatre Studies from Southern Oregon University. When not at BHS, Daniel is Associate Faculty for Mt. San Jacinto College and teaches a variety of their technical theatre courses.

Sarah Gray is thrilled to be part of the Beaumont High School Theatre team in her third year as Theatre Manager and Lead Theatre Teacher. Prior to joining Beaumont, she directed, produced, and taught theatre at Yucaipa High School from 2011 to 2023. Ms. Gray earned her B.A. in History from UC Santa Cruz and her Master of Arts in Teaching from UC Irvine. With over 25 years of experience in theatre, she has contributed to productions as a performer, choreographer, designer, director, stage manager, and dramaturg. Her diverse background informs her passion for creating meaningful, collaborative, and high-quality theatrical experiences for students. She is especially proud to bring Hairspray to the stage—a show that celebrates inclusion, perseverance, and the importance of using your voice to stand up for what is right. When she is not working in educational theatre, Ms. Gray enjoys spending time with her partner, Taylor, and their children: Lizzie, Connor, Tommy, Abbey, and Alanah. She hopes you enjoy this production of "Hairspray".