12 Angry Jurors Cast

Truth Cast Thurs/Sat Matinee Kiera Sam, Abigail Dixon, Vincent Zankich, Amanda Palmer, Marissa Esparza, Janelle Gutierrez, Katelyn Hawkins

Honest Cast Fri/Sat Closing Kaitlyn Greene, Hayley Swire, Angelina Beltran, Sofia Porter, Hosna Jabalameli, Lilleann Passarini, Angela Peng

Angelina Beltran is currently a senior at GHS. This is her fourth year in the drama program. Some recent credits include] hair and makeup for Little Shop, Suite Surrender, Amelie, Radium Girls, and The Addams Family. This is her first mainstage role and she is very excited to have this opportunity. Angelina would like to express her appreciation to her parents for their unwavering support of her theatrical pursuits and to her best friend for not judging her, supporting her and being by her side. She would also like to show her appreciation to Mr. Stephens for showing her a warm welcome from the moment she stepped foot into the drama classroom her freshman year and encouraging her to not stop and keep going. He creates an environment in the classroom no one can understand, it’s warm, loving and it’s a place where you can be yourself without judgement.

Abby Dixon is currently a senior at GHS. This is her first year in the drama program and her first time performing in a GHS production. Outside of GHS, she has performed with different companies. Recent credits include Flotsam in The Little Mermaid, Jane Banks in Mary Poppins, Gracie Shinn in The Music Man, and Lead Dancer for Guys and Dolls and Annie Get Your Gun. She has also been involved in multiple film projects and performances with Crescendo Performing Arts Academy. Through these experiences, she has learned to love theatre and plans to continue in college. She would like to thank her friends, family, and instructors for always pushing her to be her best and to continue her dream of becoming a performer. She would also like to thank Mr. Stephens for giving her this opportunity to perform and making her feel like she has known him all throughout high school, despite only being in his class for a couple of months.

Marissa Esparza is currently a junior in her second year in Mr. Stephens’s drama class. This is her first performance and she is very excited. She wants to thank all her friends who encouraged and supported her throughout this amazing experience. She would also like to say a big thank you to her family for supporting and helping her. Marissa also wants to say a big thank you to Mr. Stephens for these amazing opportunities and for all he has taught her along the way. Thanks to everyone who makes this show even happen; tech, set builders, hair and makeup, everybody who puts they’re hard work into the show.

Kaitlyn Greene is currently a sophomore at GHS. This is her second year in the drama program. Some recent credits include Reporter in Radium Girls, Young Elsa in Frozen, and Flounder in The Little Mermaid. She played Pugsley in The Addams Family and did tech crew for musical Amelie. Kaitlyn would like to thank her parents for being supportive and her friends for helping her along the way. She would also like to thank Mr. Stephens and Mr. Davis for being the best teachers that have helped her improve and be more confident while performing.

Janelle Gutierrez is currently a junior at Glendora High School. This is her second year of doing high school drama. She was the director of I Hate Valentine's Day. She is very happy to be getting back into the world of drama and theater after a long hiatus. Janelle would like to thank her brother for helping her with all her scripts and encouragement to do drama. She would also like to thank her mother for supporting her through her indecisiveness about pursuing drama. She would also like to thank Mr Stephens for encouraging her to audition for the play, Mrs. Soza for helping her with facial expressions, and all the crew and cast who made the experience less nerve-racking.

Katelyn Hawkins is currently a freshman at GHS. This is her first year in the drama program as well as her first play. Katelyn would like to thank her dad for showing her the magic of shows and her mom for encouraging her to try everything. She would also like to thank her cousins who have always inspired her with their performances in plays and musicals. Katelyn would like to thank Mr. Stephens, the director, for always creating a safe environment where doing something you enjoy is always encouraged - she wouldn't have auditioned if it wasn't for his encouragement. A big thank you to everyone who has had a part in making this play fun and possible.

Hosna Jabalameli is currently a junior at Glendora High school. This is her 3rd year in the drama program. She is vice president of the drama club and president of Silhouettes Show Choir. She has performed in the musical The Addams Family as the Grandmother and an ancestor. She is a part of the costuming crew at GHS and has many hobbies to help with her talents. She appreciates all the hard work Mr. Stephens puts into the program which is why he is one of her favorite teachers, inspiring her to do great things and being an amazing role model. Hosna wants to give credit to so many people that believed in her; her family, her friends, and her amazing math teachers through high school.

Brandon Kershner is a senior at Glendora High School. He’s been in the drama department for the past four years. Previous roles include Linus in Charlie Brown, Chad in Almost Maine, Orin Scrivello in Little Shop, Pippet in Suite Surrender, Raphael in Amelie, Tom in Radium Girls, Gomez Addams and student choreographer In The Addams Family. He is very excited to do his final show at GHS this spring and wants to thank Mr. Stephens for providing the opportunity to take part in the show. He is grateful for his friends who have supported him through everything and very grateful for his family for constantly pushing him his hardest. He wants to thank Mr. Stephens one last time for constantly supporting him and being the best mentor and director he could ask for.

Leah Layoun is currently a junior at GHS. This is her third year in the drama program. Some recent credits include Mrs. Roeder and court counsel in Radium Girls and Alice Beineke in The Addams Family. She is excited to perform again and entertain the audience. She would like to thank her parents for encouraging her, as well as her sister Cynthia, who works endlessly with her to help build character. Leah would also like to give thanks to Mr.Stephens, the director, for his dedication and encouragement. An additional thanks to friends, crew, cast, and casting directors for making this possible.

Jimmy Marquez is currently a senior at GHS. This is his fourth year in the drama program. Some other credited performances include Flynn Rider in Rapunzel Children's Theatre and Grand Duck in Valentine the Porcupine Children's Theatre. He is thrilled to be performing in his first full length GHS theatre production. Jimmy would like to thank his friends for their support and encouragement to perform in his first mainstage production. He would also like to thank Mr. Stephens, the director, for the opportunity to perform in theatre and his hard work on this production.

Gael Monroy-Lozano is currently a senior at GHS. This is his first year in the drama program. His first role was in The Addams Family Musical as Mal Beineke/Ancestor and is glad to return to 12 Angry Jurors play. He is overjoyed for the opportunity to perform and express his talents at such a late time in his high school career. Gael would like to thank his mother for supporting him and encouraging him to try drama during his senior year, along with his friends who supported and influenced him to audition. He would like to thank Mr. Stephens for his influence on and for being dedicated and supportive of the program. He hopes for a great future in the arts and is thrilled to see where these experiences will lead him in the time ahead.

Amanda Palmer is currently a junior at GHS. This is her first year participating in the drama program and her first theater role. She is very excited for this opportunity. She would like to thank her parents for supporting her pursuit of acting and her friends for cheering her on. A big shoutout to her Nana, Tito, and grandparents. Thank you all for always helping her to achieve her dream of acting and being her biggest supporters. Amanda would also like to thank Mr. Stephens for always being there for her and allowing her to be a part of this incredible show.

Lilleann is currently a sophomore at GHS. Some of her past roles include Ursula in The Little Mermaid, Sob Sister in Radium Girls, and Grandma in The Addams Family. She had also been in a series of plays that taught young kids the story of the Bible in a new way. She would like to thank her mom for all of her encouragement as well as her memaw and papa for everything they do to help and support her.

Angela Peng is a junior at GHS. This is her second year in the drama program. Some recent credits include a crew member in Amélie, Dr. Flinn in Radium Girls, and Ancestor in The Addams Family. She is happy to be part of the program for another year. She would like to thank her friends and family for being supportive of her and Mr. Stephens for giving everyone this opportunity. Additional thanks to all the crew, tech, and other behind-the-scenes workers for their hard work to make this play possible.

Sofia Porter is a senior at GHS and has been involved in other shows put on by the drama department, such as Radium Girls and The Addams Family. She is delighted to have one final show here with all her friends, and wants to thank Mr. Stephens for his devotion to the students in the drama program. Sofia wants to most importantly thank her parents for always being there for her. Additional thanks to Mars for everything he’s done for her, as he is the bestest friend she could ever ask for. He has always pushed her to be the best she can be and she does not know what she would do without him.

Marcos Reyes is a senior at GHS. This is his second year in the drama program. His most recent credit is Radium Girls. He is super excited to perform and give this show his all. He is also sad that this will be his last show at GHS. He would like to thank his parents and family for supporting him all the way through and never allowing him to give up. “I love you guys”. He would like to thank all his fellow castmates and friends for making him feel welcomed and supported as this was a big jump for him, joining drama his junior year. He would lastly like to give a massive thanks to Mr. Stephens for always helping him try to become the performer he hopes to become and always being there for a nice chat when it's needed most, as even though he is a great teacher and director he is also a great friend. Without him he doesn't know if he would have the courage to pursue what he enjoys. He is forever grateful for everyone he has met these past couple years, making memories that will last a lifetime, it has been fun being with you all.

Lucas Rinear is a junior here at GHS. This is his third show with the program including Fluffy in Amelie, Tom/Knef in Radium Girls, and Uncle Fester in The Addams Family. Lucas would like to thank his family for being his #1 fans and Mr. Stephens for being his mentor and an amazing director! Lucas would also like to thank the rest of the cast and tech crew for working hard to put this show together and give him some great memories!

Kiera Sam is currently a junior at GHS. This is her fourth show in the GHS drama program! Some of her most recent credits include ensemble in Amelie, Marie Curie/Store Owner/Martland in Radium Girls, and Pugsley/Ancestor in The Addams Family. Kiera would like to thank her mom for always supporting her and driving her everywhere. She would also like to thank Mr. Stephens for everything he does for everyone! And thank you to the cast and crew for making the magic of the show possible!

Hayley Swire is 17 years old and a senior! She is very excited to be in her 6th show at GHS. Some of her favorite roles she has played at GHS are Morticia in The Addams Family, Young Amelie in Amelie, and Grace in Radium Girls. She loves being in musicals, participating in show choir, and performing in drama. Outside of performing, her hobbies include baking, playing guitar, and thrifting with her friends. She would also like to give a huge thanks to her family and Mr. Stephens for making her senior year so special!

Vincent Zankich is currently a junior at GHS. This is his third semester participating in theater, after taking a short break while transferring schools. His last role was with the Ipoly High School Theatre Department, where he played Lurch in The Addams Family Musical, as well as Aldelric Van Adelric in New Kids at Vampire High, and Johnny Jerome in It Happened on Route 66. Vincent enjoys playing his violin, performing with the CYSO orchestra, GHS chamber orchestra, and Mariachi Amor Musical, as well as pursuing his personal goals and recitals along his musical journey. He would like to thank his family for their never ending support, and his friends for their understanding and belief in him.