Roald Dahls Willy Wonka KIDS Cast

Ally Pea (Student Director)
My name is Ally Pea and I am a senior at Cathedral. I am the student director for Willy Wonka. I have been doing theatre here since I was a freshman. I hope to go to college for fashion merchandising next fall.
Jackson Maples (Mr. Salt)
My name is Jackson Maples and I am playing Mr. Salt! I am a junior at Cathedral, I acted in Into the Woods. I am involved in concert/show choir, theater, and speech and debate. Thanks, hope you enjoy the show!
Maya Marshalleck (Violet Beauregarde)
Hello!! I am Maya Marshalleck and I will be playing Violet Beauregarde. I am a junior at cathedral and I was The Wicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz and Little Red in Into the Woods! I am an active member of the Irish adrenaline show choir and the theatre program here at Cathedral. Hope you enjoy the show!
Arynn Garrard (Mrs. Gloop)
Hello! My name is Arynn Garrard and I play the role of Mrs. Gloop in Willa Wonka! I am a freshman at Cathedral and this is my first show here. I’ve acted in Wizard of Oz, Alice @ Wonderland, Shrek, You’re a good man Charlie Brown, and more! I also participate in basketball, track, and archery. I’m so glad that I had the chance to be in this show! Enjoy the show!
Sam Funk (Augustus Gloop)
Hey! My name is Sam Funk and I play the role of Augustus Gloop in Willy Wonka. I am a freshman at Cathedral and this is my first show here. Previously, I have acted in musicals such as Charlie Brown, Beauty and the Beast, Shrek, Seussical, and more. I also participate in speech and debate, student council, and show choir. This is a very special show and I’m so glad I get to be a part of it. Thank you so much and enjoy the show!!!
Aylin Flores-Lopez (Ensemble)
Hey! My name is Ali and I am in the ensemble. I have no previous theater experience which is very exciting. Thank you for coming and I hope you enjoy the show!
Gillian Mendyk (Ensemble)
I'm Gillian Mendyk and am in the 10th grade. I participated in the Rookie showcase 2022. I am also in Band, and Books and Bagels club. Thank you for coming to the show!
Marian Ferro De La Vega (Mrs. Beauregarde)
Hi! My name is Marian Ferro De La Vega. I am playing the part of Mrs. Beauregarde. I am a sophomore at Cathedral, and this is my first musical! Some facts about me is that I play the piano, and I am in French and Medical club. I’m so excited for this show. I hope that you enjoy it, and the magic of chocolate gets to you! Thanks mom, dad and sisters
Olivia Griffith (Ensemble)
Hello, My name is Olivia and I am an Oompa Loompa. I am a senior, I played Granny in Into the Woods and Alphasia in The Clumsy Custard Horror Show. I hope you enjoy the show!
Chloe Shadiow (Matilda)
My name is Chloe Shadiow and I play Matilda. I’m a Sophomore and I’ve never been in a play or musical before. I’m so excited to be apart of Willy Wonka Jr!
Charlie Haas (Mike Teavee)
Charles Haas (Mike Teavee) is a senior at Cathedral. He has been Grimsby in The Little Mermaid, Templeton in Charlotte's Web, and Jack in Into the Woods Jr. Outside of theater, Charles is a trombone in the Pride of the Irish marching band and is a part of the concert choir at Cathedral. He thanks you all for supporting Catheatre and hopes you think the show is as sweet as a Wonka bar!
Lincoln Reyes (Charlie Bucket)
My name is Lincoln Reyes and I play Charlie Bucket. I am a sophomore at Cathedral and I have only been in church play before. I am involved in 3 choirs here at Cathedral and I am one of the 2 managers. I am also a supporting student of all of our diversity clubs. I hope you’ve got your ticket for the show, cause…..I’ve got a golden ticket!
Sammy Moffatt (Grandpa Joe)
I am Sammy Moffatt and I play Grandpa Joe. I am a sophomore. I have performed in the Wizard of Oz, the Clumsy Custard Horror Show, and Into the Woods Jr. I participate in Spinprov. Special thanks to my dad, the technical director in theatre.
Louis Murray (Mr. Bucket)
I’m a junior. This is my second year in theater. I was the tin man in Wizard of Oz and the Usher in the Clumsy Custard Horror show.
Susannah Ferris (Ensemble)
I’m Susannah Ferris and I am in the Ensemble! I am a freshman and I have been in 2 previous shows outside of school and 1 musical before Willy Wonka Jr. I am in Cathedral’s band and the theatre program. Thank you so much for coming out to see us!
Colin Chandler (Phineous Trout)
My name is Colin Chandler, I am a senior and I play Phineous Trout. Last year I played the Wolf in Into The Woods. Enjoy the show!
Kayden O'Neill (Mrs. Bucket)
My name is Kayden Audrey O’Neill and I play Mrs. Bucket. I am a freshman at Cathedral High School. I have performed in plays like Alice in Wonderland as Alice and in Moana as Pua. I am currently in a play called Love Overdose about the opioid crisis and I play a character that represents teenagers who have addiction in their family. I’m working on a play about the climate crisis as well. Enjoy the show!
Joey Schmidt (Willy Wonka)
Joey Schmidt- Willy Wonka/ Candy Man Cathedral Senior Previous Performances: Into the Woods Jr. - Rapunzel’s Price Hairspray- Wilbur Turnblad (canceled due to covid) Cathedral Clubs and Activities: Cathedral Choir Member Cathedral Choir co-manager Irish Adrenaline Show Choir Band Member National Champion Synthesizer Player Adrenaline Rush Show Choir Dance Captain Student Council Member Peer Mentor AP Scholar National Honors Society Member Brain Games Team Captain Ex-cross country runner Hiking Club Member Junior Prom Court
Carrie Dobrota (Ensemble)
Carrie Dobrota is a junior in the Ensemble. Some roles she’s had at Cathedral include Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, Rapunzel in Into the Woods, the Janitor in The Clumsy Custard Horror Show, and the Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland. “Life is a theatre set in which there are but few practicable entrances.” -Victor Hugo
Ali Gregor (Veruca Salt)
Alexandria Gregor, playing Miss Veruca Salt, is in her senior year at Cathedral. Previously, she has played Aquata in “The Little Mermaid” at the Belfry Theatre, and The Duchess in “Alice in Wonderland” at Cathedral. She is a member of the all-girls Irish Adrenaline show choir, as well as the brand new, mixed Adrenaline Rush show choir. She sends thanks to all those who have supported her, and she hopes you enjoy the show.
Lauren Goodman (Grandma Josephina)
Lauren Goodman is a Junior and has the role of Grandma Josephina. I’ve played: Glinda in the Wizard of Oz. I hope everyone enjoys the show and gets a good laugh from all the little jokes.
Luciana Lindner (Grandpa George)
Hi! My name is Lucy Lindner. I am a sophomore here at Cathedral. I played Arnie’s Boheme in the the Clumsy Custard Horror Show and the Witch in Into The Woods. I also currently participate in show choir and concert choir at Cathedral. Thank you and enjoy the show!
Jackie Quadrini (James)
Hi I’m Jackie Quadrini and I play James. I am a sophomore and the previous performances I have done are The Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka Jr., and Into the Woods. I am in both of the show choirs here at Cathedral, Irish Adrenaline and Adrenaline Rush, and I am also in Concert Choir. Thanks so much for coming and enjoy the show!
Riley Keller (Ms. Teavee)
Hi I am Riley Keller and I play Ms. Teavee! I am a sophomore here at Cathedral. The previous shows that Ive been in are Into the Woods and The Grinch. I am in both show choirs at Cathedral, Irish Adrenaline and Adrenaline Rush, and concert choir. Thanks for coming, enjoy the show!!
Danielle Koster (Ensemble)
Hello! My name is Danielle Koster and I’m a sophomore! I’ve been in performances of Annie, Peter Pan, High School Musical, and The Little Prince in the past. Theatre has been a very important part of my life since I was 7 years old. I also run cross country and track and am involved in Concert Choir here at Cathedral High School! I hope you enjoy the show and thank you so much for coming to watch all of our hard work put in action!!
Veronica Rondinella (Ensemble)
Hello, My name is Veronica Rondinella and I am an Oompa Loompa and a Candy Kid in “Willy Wonka”. Currently I am in my sophomore year at Cathedral. In past productions I played Polly in “The Clumsy Custard” and Ann in “A Medley of Murders.” I am a proud member of the Irish Adrenaline Show Choir and I have been a part of the theater program here for two years. I hope you enjoy the show!
Gabrielle Wells (Grandma Georgina)
Gabby Wells is a freshman and playing Grandma Georgina. She has also performed in Stone soup, Dear Edwina, Mr. Rodgers neighborhood, and Cats. My dedication is to my Mom, lachana Wells, for always doing lines with me and making sure everything is good for practices.
Claire Meschi (Ensemble)
Hi! I’m Clare Meschi. I’m a freshmen this year. I recently moved from NY but I’m happy to be here a part of this show as an oompa loompa. Previously I have been in the shows Compass, Jungle Book Jr. , ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Franz Gruber: Stille Nacht. I have done stage crew for productions of Willy Wonka Jr., The Jungle book Jr. and The Bear Went over The Mountain. Enjoy the show!
Klaire Kirkpatrick (Ensemble)
Hello! I am Klaire Kirkpatrick, and I am a 9th grader at Cathedral. This is my 7th musical. I am in Irish adrenaline Show Choir. I am so happy to part of this fun cast! Enjoy!
Mr. Michael Moffatt (Technical Director)
Mrs. Marian Bender (Music Director)
Mrs. Jordan Fox (Choreographer and Theater Director)