Katie Loudin is a BCT veteran with experience onstage and as a music director. This is Katie's first time as an artistic director and choreographer, and the kids and creative team have been extraordinary! Katie's favorite onstage roles have included "Donna" in Mamma Mia!, "Mother" in A Christmas Story, and "Maria" in The Sound of Music. Katie holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Voice Performance from West Virginia Wesleyan College. Her favorite new roles include "theatre mom" and "dance mom." Big thanks to my family for your support the last 2.5 months!

Adam Loudin is an Assistant Professor of Music at WVWC. He received a Bachelor of Music Education from WVWC and a Master of Music in Jazz Studies from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. His first experience in theater was playing the role of "Tiny Tim" in BCT’s production of A Christmas Story as a child. Adam has enjoyed working with this cast of incredibly teachable young performers and is especially proud of his sons, Thomas and Elliot, and his wife, Katie, who has poured her heart and soul into this production and into supporting the youth of our community. He would like to thank his parents, Chuck and Rose Ellen Loudin, for keeping his family afloat throughout the last few months of constant rehearsals.

Bryce O'Loughlin is a musician and video artist from Buckhannon, WV. He made his BCT debut in the 2000 production of "Fiddler on the Roof." In 2023 Bryce played the role of Tinman in BCT's "The Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka in "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory", and most recently starred as Sam Carmichael in "Mamma Mia!".

Ethan has been a part of the BCT family since 2023, running sound for productions such as: The Rocky Horror Show, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Alice in Wonderland, Lion King Kids, Mamma Mia!, Puffs, and now Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR. He is excited to be onboard and in his element.

Kristina joined Buckhannon Community Theater in 2023 and quickly made a mark with standout characters such as Bitsy in The Red Velvet Cake War and the Wicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz. Her passion for theatre has continued to flourish, extending beyond the stage as she took on the role of Head Costumer for BCT’s productions of: Rex’s Exes, Finding Nemo Kids, Willy Wonka, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Alice in Wonderland, Mamma Mia, and now Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer JR. Outside of her theatrical endeavors, Kristina enjoys watching reality tv with her husband David and their three pugs.

Caroline is thrilled to return to BCT as stage manger for *Rudolph Jr.* She stage managed *Mamma Mia!* this summer and ran sound effects for *Puffs* in the fall. A proud alum of the Bridgeport High School Theatre Department and Thespian Troupe #7549, she has performed in numerous productions—favorite shows include *Narnia the Musical*, *Barnum*, *Madea*, and *The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee*, and *Mamma Mia!* Though most familiar on stage, Caroline has found a new love for behind the scenes work with BCT. With a sharp eye for detail and a passion for problem-solving, Caroline is honored to take on the role of Stage Manager. After more than five years away from theatre, she’s found a new home with BCT and is deeply grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with this incredible cast and crew.