The Addams Family – A New Musical Cast

Crissy Ferguson is excited to be on stage once again. She has had the privilege to work beside wonderful thespians of multiple age and has reveled in her time spent amongst very talented, warm, and inviting co-stars. You may remember her from previous numbers such as Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Super Star, The Wicked Witch in the Wiz, Momma Noah in Children of Eden, Turk from Tarzan and a multitude of other characters over the years. This chance to portray Morticia Addams is truly a dream for Crissy. It is her hope she exhumes to life, Morticia. After all, this is a wonderful opportunity to peer at Death lurking, ‘Just around the corner.’

Allen and his family has been involved with CUPS for four years in the shows Tarzan, Willy Wonka and Cinderella. Allen is married to his best friend Kim, has a son (Eman)and teenage triplet girls (Faith, Hope and Charity). When Allen is not busy working at the United States Post Office, Allen loves to spend time outdoors. He also likes tying, fishing and teaching fly fishing with his dog Animas at his side. Allen enjoys taking hikes to the backcountry to fish and camp.

Rachael Berndt is thrilled and honored to bring the character of Wednesday Addams to the stage. She has had roles in multiple productions such as Gracie Shinn in Music Man, A Dancing Elf for the Polar Express and Mother Darling in Peter Pan. When not on stage, she can be found playing violin, taking care of her plants, traveling the world and playing with her French Bulldog, Dewey. She might be crazier than you but she is always willing to go in new directions. She wants to thank CUP for the role of a lifetime and her family for the unconditional support.

Connor Thomas is excited to be joining the Addams Family cast as Pugsley in his thirteenth stage production since first stepping on the CUP stage at the age of seven in the 2015 showing of Shrek. Now fourteen and a freshman in high school, this vibrant young man loves pretty much anything outdoorsy like archery, fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, and backpacking. He also enjoys sports like baseball, soccer, and mountain biking.

Hannah Rockensock is a senior at Pagosa Springs High School and has been performing with Curtains Up Pagosa since 7th grade. She has starred in Roger & Hammerstein's Cinderella, Matilda, and Music Man. Outside of school, she participates in competitive cheer, student council, national honor society, knowledge bowl, and choir. Last year, she placed third in Tim Sullivan's Master Class with "Moonlight in Vermont". Last but not least, she loves hanging out with Rachael Berndt's frenchie, Dewey!

Laurence is a 26 year old artist with a focus in graphic design and costuming-- most recently costuming CUP's production of Cinderella. After a 10 year haitus, they have decided to give the stage another chance before Dale locks them in the busbarn to sew costumes for eternity.

Kaeden Thomas is delighted to contribute to the show by playing the part of Lucas Beineke. He started performing at age 8 playing ensemble in Snow White in 2012 and has totaled 15 shows through Curtains Up Pagosa so far. Kaeden is a senior in high school and is currently studying at home and through Pagosa Springs High School while working as a fabricator (welder). He is on track to achieve an associate's degree in business through Colorado Christian University by the time he graduates from high school. In addition to fabrication, Kaeden works at ReSport where he sells and consigns outdoor equipment. For health and amusement, Kaeden frequently goes mountain biking, camping, fishing, backpacking, hunting, and many other outdoor activities.

Neely is a high school junior who enjoys many sports including dancing, aerial silks, gymnastics, riding dirt bikes, and spikeball. She loves reading, writing, and hanging out with friends, family, and students who are a part of the college gap year program run by her dad. This is her first theatrical performance and she's very excited to be participating in it.

Avonlea Thomas is a seventh-grader who loves dancing, embroidery, caring for plants, singing, playing the flute, reading, and outdoor activities. Her first CUP show was Shrek the Musical in which she was the baby bunny, since then she has participated in almost every other CUP production and a few High School productions.

Katrina Thomas is thrilled to join the CUP cast, including three of her minions, to bring Addams Family to life . . . Or death. Since 2011, Thomas has flitted across (or behind) the CUP stage in 13 shows. Whether she is yet another nefarious villain, pretending to be a young dancer again, or doing backstage work, it is always a learning and growing experience. Off the stage, Katrina is a K-8 music teacher for the ASD school system, and the Executive Director of Expressions School of the Arts, the parent nonprofit of Pagosa Springs Dance Academy. Somehow, she also squeezes in time to homeschool her children, cheer them on at sporting or performing events, and delight in our truly “great” outdoors.

Martinez, I have been dancing since I was 2 years old. I love to act, dance, play the piano, sing and love the stage! My friends describe me as sweet and kind, and I don't care for any recognition other than the opportunity to perform for an audience. I enjoy my quiet time writing in my journal. I am particular about my wardrobe so I enjoy fashion and love to shop! I will be portraying one of the Adamms Family ancestors, “The Flapper”, I am looking forward to bringing this character to life……literally!

Hope is 14 years old and a freshman at Pagosa Springs High school. Addams Family will be her 6th show within the past few years. Hope is very crafty and enjoys doing all creative things. She also loves singing and dancing in her spare time.

Emmanuel is 12 years old and a 7th grader at Pagosa Springs Middle School. Addams Family will be his 5th production within the past few years. Eman loves incorporating singing and dancing to every area of his life:)

Jaycee is 11 years old and in 5th grade. She participated in her first musical this past summer in the Music Man kids. Jaycee enjoys singing and has had several opportunities to sing in church and public settings. Jaycee has also been playing the cello for a year and a half. In her free time, Jaycee enjoys playing volleyball, snowboarding, crafting and is an avid reader.

My name is Avery White. I am a 6th grader that loves the stage. I started dancing at the age of 2 with ballet and lyrical being my favorite styles. I've started on Pointe this year as well as participated in competition. I also practice Brazilian jujitsu. I have experience in some of the local plays such as Annie, Aladdin, Pirates the musical, Cinderella and Phantom Tolbooth Jr.