Puffs - Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic Cast

Joseph Mariani (Narrator)
Hi! I'm Joseph. I have performed in Radium Girls, Hairspray, Hades, Alice in Wonderland, Clumsy Custard Horror Show, Hope you enjoy the show.
Kathryn Kirschner (Wayne Hopkins)
Hi, I’m Kathryn Kirschner and I’m playing Wayne Hopkins! I’m currently a sophomore at Cathedral and am also involved in Concert Choir. Besides Puffs, I have acted in The Wizard of Oz, School House Rock, Aladdin, Shrek the Musical, Elf the Musical, Suessical, Peter Pan, The Music Man, Beauty and the Beast, High School Musical, The Clumsy Custard Horror Show, A Medley of Murders, and Into the Woods. Thanks for coming and enjoy the show!
Olivia Griffith (Oliver Rivers)
Hello, My name is Olivia and I am Oliver! I am a senior here at Cathedral. I was in the Ensemble in Willy Wonka Kids, Granny in Into the Woods, and Alphasia in The Clumsy Custard Horror Show. I hope you enjoy the show!
Julia Hurley (Megan Jones)
I was the Cheshire Cat in Alice and Wonderland and Princess Prince in The Clumsy Custard Horror Show. I am also in Speech & Debate and Concert Choir. I’d like to thank my parents for picking me up every day from practice and my castmates for being so fun to act with.
Samuel Parr (Ernie Mac, Seamus, A Certain Potions Teacher, Professor Turban)
Who’s that? It’s me, Sammy Parr, and I’m basically the best. You may know me from my award winning performance as Malforce in The Clumsy Custard Horror Show, or as the Mysterious Man in Into the Woods. Thanks Mom and Dad for picking me up from rehearsal. I hope you all enjoy the show!
Charles Haas (A Very Tall Man, Ghost History Teacher, Professor Locky, Mr. Nick, Voiceover Extraordinaire)
Charlie is a senior at Cathedral. He has been Mike Teavee in Willy Wonka Kids, 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.
Veronica Rondinela (Sal, Second Headmaster, Real Mr. Moody)
Hello, I am Veronica Rondinella, and I am a sophomore at Cathedral. In “Puffs” I am The Second Headmaster, The Real Mr. Moody, and Sal. Currently, I participate in the Irish Adrenaline show choir, Cathedral theater, and anchoring in CHS live. Thank you for coming out to this show!
Carrie Dobrota (Hannah, Professor McG, Professor Sproutty)
Carrie Dobrota is a junior at Cathedral. 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
Clare Meschi (First Headmaster, Ms. Babble)
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. 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., Willy Wonka Kids, and The Bear Went over The Mountain. Enjoy the show!
Luciana Lindner (Runes Teacher, Bippy, Cedric)
Hi! My name is Lucy Lindner. I am a sophomore here at Cathedral. I played Grandpa George and an Oompa Loompa in Willy Wonka Kids, 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!
Klaire Kirkpatrick (J. Finch)
Hello! I am Klaire Kirkpatrick, and I am a 9th grader at Cathedral. This is my 8th production. I am in Irish adrenaline Show Choir. I am so happy to part of this fun cast! Enjoy!
Gabrielle Wells (Uncle Dave, Ginny, Anthony Goldstein)
Gabby Wells is a freshman. She has also performed in Willy Wonka Kids, 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.
Louis Murray (Goyle, Mr. Voldy, Viktor)
I’m a junior. This is my second year in theater. I was Mr. Bucket in Willy Wonka Kids, the Tin Man in Wizard of Oz and the Usher in the Clumsy Custard Horror show.
Sammy Moffatt (Fat Friar, Harry, Mr. Bagman, Colin)
I am Sammy Moffatt and I am a sophomore. I have performed in Willy Wonka Kids, 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.
Gillian Mendyk (Clumsy Longbottom, Death Buddy #1)
I'm Gillian Mendyk, a sophomore. For CaTheatre, I have been a member of props crew, participated in Rookie showcase 2022, and acted ensemble in Wonka. My other activities are Spinprov, Band, and Books and Bagels. I'm excited for Puffs! Enjoy the show!!
Lilah Hern (Hermeoone #3, Death Buddy)
Hi! I'm Lilah and a Freshman at Cathedral. This is my first production at Cathedral but was in the Secret Garden at Summer Stock Stage. I play soccer and tennis. I want to thank my parents for supporting me and my classmates for fun rehearsals.
Susannah Ferris (Zach Smith, Helga, Frenchy)
I’m Susannah Ferris! I am a freshman and I have been in 2 previous shows outside of school and 2 musicals before Puffs. I am in Cathedral’s band and the theatre program. Thank you so much for coming out to see us!
Morgan Schmidt (Sally Perks, Blondo Malfoy)
Hi! I'm Morgan. I was on light crew during Wizard of Oz. At Cathedral, I play volleyball and am on the swim team. I want to thank my friends for supporting me and forcing me to do things and, my mom for buying me food after practice, and my castmates for slaying.
Eleanor Hendrickson (Hermeoone #1, Rowena, Rita Scooter)
I’m Eleanor Hendrickson, I’m a freshman, and I’m playing Hermeoone #1, Rowena, and Rita Scooter in this production of Puffs! One of my past roles has been Annie in Annie Jr. Outside of school, I do Irish Adrenaline show choir, soccer, and Books and Bagels. I would like to say thanks to my sisters, Annabel, Hadley, and Betsy for always being there for me. Thanks for coming and I hope you enjoy!
Kayden O'Neill (Susie Bones, Hermeoone #2)
My name is Kayden Audrey O’Neill. I am a freshman at Cathedral High School. I have performed in plays such as Willy Wonka Kids as Mrs. Bucket, 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. Enjoy the show!
Scout Andersen (Ric Gryff, Myrtle, Xavia)
Scout is a Senior and has been a part of Catheatre since Freshman year. She has been in numerous performances and directed a Rookie Showcase her Junior year. She is so excited to see where theater takes her in the future.
Mary Lisa Bradshaw (Death Buddy & Student)
Hi! I am Mary Lisa. This is my first production at Cathedral but I was in Suessical the Musical in my 8th grade year. I am also in swimming, cross country, and tennis. I want to thank my parents for there support and love.
Ali Gregor (Leanne)
Ali is a Senior here at Cathedral. She has played Aquata in “The Little Mermaid” at the Belfry Theatre, and The Duchess in “Alice in Wonderland” and Veruca in "Willy Wonka Kids" 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.