FPFATA - The Addams Family Musical Cast
Liam Kenehan (Gomez Addams)
Riley Kruzer (Morticia Addams)Riley is thrilled to be performing again with FPFATA as Morticia!! Last summer, she was Donkey in Shrek. Recent credits include Sylvia (All Shook Up) and Persephone (Hadestown Teen Ed). She would love to thank everyone at FPFATA for being so welcoming and her family for being supportive. Get ready for a creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky show!!
Margaret Brinich (Alice Beineke)Margaret is thrilled to join FPFATA as Alice Beineke! After recently appearing in Joseph...with her daughters, sharing the stage with her husband too this time is extra special. Thanks to her parents for watching the kids when rehearsals ran late, and to her husband Troy for being a way better partner in real life than Mal Beineke could ever be!
Troy Bratz (Mal Beineke)Troy has finally crossed over from the audience to the stage, debuting as Mal Beineke in his first performance since the 1900's. He is so grateful to share the spotlight with his talented wife and daughters. Huge thank you to his girls for running lines, critiquing his dance moves, and giving brutally honest feedback. He's so glad he made the cut!
Bella Rodriguez (Wednesday Addams)Bella is honored to play Wednesday Addams in her 13th show with FPFATA! She is a rising sophomore majoring in Musical Theatre and Marketing at BGSU. Some prior roles include Pinocchio in Shrek the Musical and Sandy in Grease. She would like to thank her voice coaches, family, boyfriend, stage boyfriend (Lucas), best friends, and her FPFATA family.
Lucas Harrod (Lucas Beineke)
Louis Guzowski (Pugsley Addams)Louis is excited to be playing Pugsley in his first FPFATA show. Previous roles include: Flick (2025) and Schwartz (2024) in A Christmas Story (Cleveland Play House), Centipede in James and the Giant Peach and Mayor of Muchkinland in The Wizard of Oz (Beck Center), Les in Newsies (MAD Factory), and Michael Darling in Peter Pan (St. Edward HS). Louis thanks his parents, and his sister, Penny, who encouraged him to pursue acting.
Michael Henrichsen (Uncle Fester)Fester Addams is being played by Michael. A long time ago in a faraway place he played Franz in the Sound of Music and Antonio in the Marriage of Figaro. He also had sundry parts in various plays no longer recalled. He is thankful that FPFATA did not allow his decades-long absence from theater to continue to fester.
Molly Moser (Grandma)Molly is excited to be joining FPFATA for another fun-filled show. She has previously appeared in Newsies and Joseph. Molly has been performing since childhood and loves that she gets to share the fun of theater with her son, Everett. EMC2: I love you!!!
Henry Trefethen (Lurch)Henry plays Lurch in this show. He has previously been Thelonius in the last showing of Shrek and was a Guard for Joseph’s and Darcy/ensemble for Newsies. He was also Nick Bottom for the GMS musical in 2025. He enjoys the people that are in this organization and the fact that he's able to socialize in the summer. He would like to thank Molly for being a great choreographer.
Jimmy Cooney (Conquistador)Jimmy is playing the Conquistador. His previous roles include Head Guard in Shrek and Guard/Ishmaelite in Joseph. He has also played the White Rabbit/Knight in Shrek and Mission Band in Guys and Dolls, both at Saint Ignatius. He loves the community of FPFATA because everyone is very nice. He wants to thank his parents for always supporting him.
Autumn Cuscire (Flight Attendant)This is Autumn's 2nd show with FPFATA, and is excited to be in it. She is playing the flight attendant ancestor, the moon, and is dance captain! She was recently a part of the FHS production Once Upon a Mattress as the Jester, and a play, Penny For Your Thoughts playing Buffy. Performing is her favorite thing to do, and hopes everyone has fun!
Mick Mullooly (Soldier)Mick is excited to be in his second show with FPFATA, after being in Shrek last year. He is active at the Beck Center and has been in several shows including James and The Giant Peach this Spring.
Molly Bullock (Courtesan)Molly is in her first show with FPFATA. Thank you to her mom (Cathy J.) and son (Tommy) for inspiring her to return to theater after many years. Love and thanks to her family for their patience and support, too. She has had fun singing and dancing with old friends and new in this wild show with its wonderfully talented cast and crew.
Cathy Jacob (Puritan)Cathy is pleased to be the Puritan ancestor in this show. Previous roles were in 6 shows with FPFATA and 1 with MGP. Thanks to her granddaughter who introduced her to FPFATA and to Terry for welcoming all ages and abilities. She is thrilled to perform with this talented cast, including both her daughter and grandson - 3 generations! A FPFATA 1st!
Ellizabeth Zelenka (Bride)Elizabeth is thrilled to be part of The Addams Family Musical as the bride and a core dancer! This is her third musical with FPFATA having been in Joseph and Shrek. She also appeared in Oklahoma with Holy Name this spring. Elizabeth would like to thank the production staff for all their hard work and her family for always supporting her.
Tori Deaton (Flapper)Tori is excited for her first show with FPFATA as the Flapper ancestor and a core dancer! She has been apart of several productions throughout the years and has found her love for performance. Some of those shows include- Jesus Christ Superstar, The Little Mermaid, Anastasia, and more! She hopes the audience enjoys the show!
Cameron Brady (Caveman)Cameron plays the Caveman and a Core Dancer. In previous shows he has also played a guard in Shrek the Musical, a guard in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and child ensemble in Newsies. He likes how nice everyone is here and has made many friends.
Hollie Tennant (Saloon Girl)Hollie Tennant is the Saloon Girl Ancestor and Core Dancer in this year’s show! Two years ago, Hollie was in the Ensemble for Joseph here at FPFATA. Hollie commonly does work with classical music, doing competitions and high level choruses, but also loves to come to FPATA during the summer for a change of pace with new, exciting opportunities.
Charlotte Skrzyniecki (Cousin Itt)Charlotte is thrilled to play Cousin Itt in this year’s production of The Addams Family. This is her sixth show with FPFATA. She also performs with Upstage Players and Rocky River Middle School. Charlotte also enjoys singing, cheerleading, and soccer, and thanks her family and show directors for their support.
Alexa Howe (Thing - Ancestor - Core Dancer)Alexa is excited to be a Core Dancer/Ancestor in The Addams Family! Her past FPFATA shows include The Little Mermaid, Newsies, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and Shrek. She loves performing, becoming different characters, and the support of the directors. She thanks her family and friends for always believing in her.
Ceci Boscoe (Ancestor - Core Dancer)This is Ceci's second year with the Fairview Park summer musical. Previously she was a Duloc dancer in Shrek and Squirt in St. Angela Merici's production of FInding Nemo Jr. Outside of theater, Ceci is an Irish dancer and basketball player. Ceci's so excited to be a part of this production and would like to thank her loved ones for support.
Molly Brian (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Molly is thrilled to be choreographer & ancestor in her 8th FPFATA show. She is blown away by the talent & dedication of her castmates & creative team. Molly is grateful for the love and support of her castmates, friends, and family – especially her parents & brothers. She would like to thank Terri, Joy & Rachel for their hard work and for entrusting her with the role of choreographer once again.
Mila Burkart (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Mila is thrilled to be in another performance with FPFATA as an Ancestor- Core Dancer. She previously performed in Shrek as a Duloc dancer. Mila enjoys learning the choreography and songs while spending time with the cast. Her hobbies include playing soccer, volleyball and art. She is excited to be performing and thanks you for coming to the show!
Tess Gerrity (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Tess is excited to appear in The Addams Family as a core dancer. She has previously appeared as ensemble in Newsies and Joseph, and Shrek (Teen Fiona). Tess loves how quickly FPFATA can put a show together, and enjoys being part of the theatre community. Tess would also like to thank her family and friends for all of their support.
Ella Grathwol (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Ella is excited to be an Ancestor in The Addams Family. She previously appeared as Bruce the Shark in Finding Nemo Jr. Ella loves theatre because it allows her to be creative, build confidence, and make new friends. She thanks her family, directors, castmates, and everyone at FPFATA for their support.
Annie Groza (Ancestor - Core Dancer)
Jessie Heaton (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Jessie is excited to be in her first FPTAPA production. Jessie has been performing for almost two decades now and loves every minute of it. Currently she is at Baldwin Wallace working for a degree in Theater performance and directing. She would like to give a huge thank you to her husband for his dedicated support and her two kids.
Lucia Mack (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Lucia is playing an Ancestor and Core Dancer in this year’s show. She has previously been in Seussical, Beauty & the Beast, and Shrek with FPFATA, and Mamma Mia!, Sound of Music, and the Little Mermaid at North Olmsted High School. She would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her and she hopes everyone enjoys the show!
Sarah McDonald (Ancestor- Core Dancer)Sarah is excited to be in her third show with FPFATA! She is playing one of the core dancer ancestors, but she has recently been seen as a member of the ensemble in FPFATA’s “Shrek”, and in several shows with FHS Stagecrafters Sarah loves FPFATA and theatre in general because of all of the people she gets to meet that she would not otherwise.
Tess McGettrick (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Tess is excited to play an ancestor in this show, especially excited for the stage makeup! This is her 15th show, 5th with FPFATA which holds a special spot in her heart because it was her introduction to theater! Thank you to all who guided her.
Aislyn Toulouse (Ancestor - Core Dancer)Aislyn is thrilled to be a core dancer and ancestor in The Addams Family. She made her FPFATA debut last year as Young Fiona in Shrek. Aislyn has also appeared in shows at Cassidy Theater, Avon High School and AFDA. She would like to thank her family for their love and support and the amazing cast, crew and directorial team for such a fun summer!
Catherine Zelenka (Ancestor - Core Dancer - Grim Reaper)Catherine is going into eighth grade and is a Core Dancer for The Addams Family. This is the third FPFATA play she has been in with the other two being Joseph and Shrek. Catherine has also appeared in several dance recitals and choir concerts. She would like to thank the amazing production team and her family for their support.
Calliope Boscoe (Ancestor)This is Calliope's first year in the Fairview Park summer musical. Outside of acting Calliope is a champion Irish dancer, avid reader and music lover. She will be a freshman at Magnificat High School in the fall. Calliope is very excited for this year's show and would like to thank her friends and family for support.
Cosette Brinich-Bratz (Ancestor - Young Wednesday)Cosette is just dying to take the stage as an Ancestor in her first FPFATA show! You might recognize her from James & the Giant Peach, Holy Mother of Bingo, Between the Lines, Joseph..., and The Wizard of Oz. She loves musicals because singing and dancing on stage is the best! Thanks to her parents for all the post-rehearsal ice cream pit stops!
Clementine Brinich-Bratz (Ancestor)Clementine is having the time of her afterlife as an Ancestor in her first FPFATA show! Past credits: James & the Giant Peach, Holy Mother of Bingo, Between the Lines, Joseph..., The Wizard of Oz, Once Upon a Mattress, and Bugsy Malone. She loves making the audience laugh! Thanks to her parents and grandparents for the rehearsal chauffeur service!
Tommy Bullock (Ancestor)Tommy is very excited to be performing in his 4th show with FPFATA (Newsies, Joseph, Shrek), especially since he’s on stage with Nana (Cathy J.), his mom (Molly B.) and a new friend joining this year (Clem B.). Tommy was also a munchkin in Beck's production of Wizard of Oz. He enjoys FPFATA for its fun friendships and the music!
Emma Clark (Ancestor)Emma is thrilled to return to the stage! The 11-year-old’s favorite past credits include Bringing Down the House at Beck Center and Seussical at Near West Theatre. When not acting, Emma stays active playing soccer and cheering for Rocky River. She thanks the amazing cast, crew, and her family for their support.
Leda Collins (Ancestor)Leda is an Ancestor in this production. Past credits include Ensemble James and The Giant Peach, Tina-Cookie Cadet Holy Mother of Bingo (both Beck), Technicolor choir Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Coat, Leda loves everything about theatre, Leda would like to thank Miss Kiersten at BCFA
Maggie Cooney (Ancestor)Maggie is thrilled to be cast as ensemble in the Addams Family. Some of her past roles are Rapunzel/Queen in What Happened After Once Upon a Time, Oceania in Silver’s Secret, Ensemble/Cow in Shrek, and Children’s Choir in Joseph. She likes FPFATA because the shows are always fun and the people are kind. She would like to thank her family.
Paddy Cooney (Ancestor)Paddy is an ancestor in the Addams Family play. He was also a guard in Shrek. He was also No Beard in Silver’s Secret and Storyteller #1 in What Happened After Once Upon a time, both for St. Brendan’s school. He enjoys meeting new people while doing plays. He would like to thank all who worked hard to put the play together.
Charlie Gerrity (Ancestor)Charlie is excited to be returning to FPFATA as an ancestor in this year's production of the Addam's Family. Charlie has previously appeared as ensemble in FPFATA's recent productions of Shrek, Joseph, and Newsies. He enjoys the experience of seeing productions come together and getting to sing, dance, and hang out with so many fun people.
Mary Gerrity (Ancestor)Mary is joining this year's FPFATA production of The Addam's Family as an ancestor. She also appeared in last year's production of Shrek. She enjoys getting to perform with her sister and brother and would like to especially thank Molly for teaching the dancing and Mrs. Klopp for being such a great director.
Elinor Groza (Ancestor)
Finn Haselswerdt (Ancestor)Finn is an ancestor in his debut performance with FPFATA! Previous roles: Wickersham brother: Seussical @ Near West, Dale: Bringing Down the House @ Beck Center, Tiny Tim: A Christmas Carol at Great Lakes Theater. He loves that Theater transports you to another world. He would like to thank his family for all their support.
Julia Hodge (Ancestor)Julia is absolutely thrilled to be performing in her first show with FPFATA. When she isn't rehearsing, Julia is a student at St. Bernadette in Westlake and enjoys gymnastics, track, and basketball. She sends a huge thank you to the director, the incredible cast, and her family for their endless support!
Margot Hodge (Ancestor)Margot is very excited to be performing in her first play with FPFATA. When she isn’t rehearsing, Margot attends St. Bernadette in Westlake. She loves to play piano and sing and is an accomplished Irish dancer. She would like to thank the director and all the friends she has made during this experience for their kindness!
Lilly Jarvis (Ancestor)
Arden Kotalac (Ancestor)Arden is a 6th grader at Birchwood School of Hawken. She recently performed in Joesph at LCC. Arden is part of Lakewood Rangers Track and XC. She is excited for her first show with FPFATA!
Maddie Male (Ancestor)Maddie is excited to make her FPFATA debut as an Ancestor! She recently played Euterpe (Muse of Music) in Xanadu Jr. and was a member of the Athena Cast in The Lightning Thief with AFDA. Maddie loves performing in musicals and has enjoyed the energy and spirit of FPFATA. Thank you to FPFATA for this opportunity to perform!
Madelyn Mayer (Ancestor)Madelyn Mayer is excited to appear as an Ancestor in The Addams Family! This is her second FPFATA production after Shrek the Musical last summer. Recent roles include The Wizard of Oz and Percy Jackson with AFDA. Madelyn thanks the cast and crew of FPFATA for making this such a fun theater experience!
Annie McGettrick (Ancestor)Annie is 8 years old and thrilled to be performing in this show as she had so much fun in Shrek last year. She loves playing with her friends during rehearsals, when she is not paying close attention, of course! Thanks to everyone who comes to see the show! Enjoy!
Frankie Merk (Ancestor)Frankie Merk is excited to perform in her second show with FPFATA! Last year, she made her stage debut as Tinkerbell in Shrek. Frankie is a 2nd-grader at Birchwood School of Hawken. She sings in the Oberlin Choristers Children's Choir and enjoys playing tennis and flag football. Frankie loves performing on stage with all her friends!
Everett Moser (Ancestor)Everett is excited to be in his 3rd production with FPFATA. He had fun with past shows ( Newsies and Joseph) and hopes to have fun with Addams Family too. Everett wants to thank all the wonderful people for helping him through this career as an actor.
Samuel Neagoe (Ancestor)Samuel Neagoe is thrilled to appear as an Ancestor in The Addams Family with FPFATA. Past roles include Ensemble in James and the Giant Peach, Ted Blitzman in Holy Mother of Bingo at Beck Center, and Gavroche in Les Misérables at Avon High School. Samuel enjoys singing and acting and thanks his parents, friends, and directors for their support.
Kathleen Schriner (Ancestor)Kathleen is excited to make her FPFATA debut as an Ancestor in The Addams Family. Previous roles include Flatware (Beauty and the Beast), Ensemble (Percy Jackson), the Wicked Witch (Shrek Jr.), and Mom (The Enchanted Bookshop). She loves singing, performing, and meeting new people through theatre.
Audrey Smith (Ancestor)Audrey is excited for the opportunity to play an ancestor in this production! Previous musicals she's been a part of include Beauty and the Beast, Wizard of Oz and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat. She enjoys the fun of learning new roles in theater and loves singing new musical songs!
Andrea Tahajod (Ancestor)
Andrea is playing an ancestor. She has been in shows such as Curtains, Newsies, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, and even The Addams Family Musical with other organizations. She likes how fun and welcoming the people at FPFATA are. She would like to thank her family, friends, and FPFATA for supporting her!
Oskar Trefethen (Ancestor)
Brooklynn Tunstall (Ancestor)Brooklynn is going into 5th grade at Grant Elementary in Lakewood. She previously played the role of young Cosette in the Lakewood High School production of Les Miserables. She loves basketball, soccer, volleyball, skateboarding, snowboarding, music, art, theater, her family & friends, her dogs Phoebe & Maverick, & her leopard gecko Mika.