Evie Merrell is an 8th grader, and this will be her 4th production with GMS. She started out as stage crew for Junie B. Jones and Heist Quest in 7th grade. This year she became stage manger for Beauty and the Beast, and now a student director for this years production of Greek Mythology Olympiaganza. Outside of theater she enjoys playing and watching soccer, playing her clarinet in the Grassland Band, and spending time with her friends. She would like to thank her parents and friends for always supporting her and she is so proud of how much everyone has put into this show. She hopes you enjoy the show!!

Main Townsend has participated in all of the spring plays. The first play that Marin contributed to was The Brothers Grimm in 6th grade. Marin was part of a stage crew, working behind the curtains. In 7th grade Marin earned a leadership job as a stage manager, taking charge of the stage crew and extra people. Over all of the shows Marin has learned a lot from the beginning and now is a Student Director. Gaining all the knowledge from the past years has granted higher roles in the play. This is giving many jobs of responsibility, and more management. Thank you to everyone who has helped me become the person who I am now with the experience of theater.

Anneliese has been doing theater since she was very young. originally working in musical theater with ACSD. In 6th her friends had recommended her to join the school theater. In 7th grade she joined the Junie b Jones musical working as backstage crew. Later on working as the stage manger in Heist quest. Yet again in 8th grade she is the stage manger for Greek Mythology Olympiaganza. Overall theater has been a huge part of her life and she is very grateful to be apart of these productions.

Matthias Ovion is currently an 8th grader at GMS and is participating in his third spring play. His first time, he was the crew assistant in The Brothers Grimm. He then auditioned for Heist Quest and got the role of King Herbert. He is so thankful to Ms. Keith for letting him take on this leadership role. In his free time, Matthias enjoys swimming, hanging out with friends, and watching soccer or formula 1. He is so excited for all of you to finally experience what we have been working so hard on!

Gemma Brunger has been in the spring play all three years that she's been at Grassland Middle. Her first role was an usher in the Brothers Grimm, she then decided to try backstage crew her second year in Heist Quest. She is now part of the production crew and is one of two production assistants. She thanks her family for being flexible while she pursues her interest in theater, and for supporting her ambitions. She also thanks her friends for pushing her to try to do theatre in sixth grade and is thankful that they have surrounded her with love and confidence throughout her middle school experience in theater. She woud also like to thank Ms. Keith for welcoming her into the theatre community and for giving her the oppurtunity to participate in Year-Around Theatre.

Quinn has been a part of 3 grassland productions, this is her 4th. She is very thankful for this production, the friends she has met through this, and the opportunity to be a part of something important. When shes not doing the productions, she spends her time playing tennis, electric guitar, and babysitting. She would like to thank Ms Keith for being an amazing theater teacher, and the wonderful cast and crew that made this possible.

Hello! My name is Holden Smith, and I am the Tech Manager for the Greek Mythology Olympiaganza! I have been doing tech since 6th grade, and have been a Tech Manager in 7th grade and for this show! Thanks to my sister Peyton for inspiring me to help with the play and my Mom, Dad, Jojo, Papa, Grandma, and Grandpa for supporting me along the way!

Mary Leila is in 8th grade and loves to rock climb, paint, thrift, and hang out with family and friends. She is thrilled to be making her GMS debut in this spring’s performance of The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza as Props Master. She is honored to help bring the world of Olympus to life. She would like to give a huge thank you to Ms. Keith, the cast, and the crew for their incredible support and for making her first production such a memorable one. She would also like to thank her siblings, friends, and family, especially her Madre and Padre for driving and making her first show possible. Enjoy the show!

Olivia Haskins is an 8th grader who started doing theater in 7th grade. She enjoys all things crew and has tried backstage and makeup. This year she decided to try production, and has been given the opportunity to be makeup and costume production. She thanks all of her friends for making everything so fun, and her family for the rides and getting her food. She is so happy she got to be a part of theater, and hopes you enjoy her last middle school play.

This is Annabelle's 2nd time participating in a show at GMS. In last year's Heist Quest, in 6th grade, she was on stage crew, and this year, in 7th grade, she is in charge of set design. Annabelle is very happy to contribute to the spring play. When not at rehearsal, you could find her in band playing the euphonium, coding robots, or watching TV. She wishes thanks to her friends and family for encouraging her, and hopes you enjoy the play!

Zoe is an 8th grader at Grassland Middle School. She's been in 6 theater productions, including set crew for The Brother's Grimm Spectaculathon, and ever since she's been doing stage crew for Junie B. Jones, Heist Quest, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and now the Greek Mythology Olympiaganza! She really enjoys theater and is looking forward to being in high school theater productions. She would like to thank her family and all of her friends that she made from being in theater!

I am a seventh grader and this is my first show at GMS. I am extremely thankful to be a part of this production and can't wait for another opportunity like this in the future. I'd like to thank my mom and dad for making the trips back and forth from school possible, as well a Ms. Keith for allowing this performance to happen in the first place. I hope you enjoy the show.

Olive is in 8th grade. They love art, theater, and music. They have been in 3 productions for Grassland Middle. Those include Junie B. Jones, Heist Quest, and now Greek Mythology Olympiaganza. They would like to thank their family and friends for support.

I am in the set crew, which means I helped build the set with 5 other students. Almost everything you will see on the stage is made by us. I am 12 years old and this is my very first play. I was encouraged by my friends to join and I haven't regretted it for a second. A huge shoutout to my parents, who drive me back and forth and deal with my late night rehersals!

Hi! I'm Emily. I'm an eighth grader here at Grassland, and I'm in the stage crew! My first show that I participated in was actually Beauty and the Beast, which we did earlier this year. I was in the hair and makeup division of crew (specifically for the Beast), as well as many other jobs around back stage. I have, however, been to most of the shows that Grassland has put on. I'm very excited for my second show, and hope you enjoy!

Hey! I'm Luke! I've always enjoyed movies, acting, and theater. I've been in Ms. Keith's class every year, and I'm in the Year-Round Theater class! This is my first, and I guess last, show though. I've really enjoyed the opportunity and process of putting on the play! Thank you Ms. Keith for letting me be a part of your class, and letting me be a part of the group. Enjoy the Show!

I am in 7th grade, this is my first time being a crew member at Grassland Middle School. Everyone that has been a part of this production has done and is doing amazing. I will totally be doing more plays from how amazing this year has gone. Thanks to everyone that has helped me get to where I am right now, and I hope you enjoy the set and the play Greek Mythology Olympiaganza!

Elena is so excited for her first middle school play production! She is hoping to ramp her way to crew and production. She is so passionate about Greek mythology and the play, and hopes you enjoy it very much!

Hey! My name is Gwen and I am in 7th grade. This is my first play production ever and I am so excited to be working with/on Set Crew. I'm so happy I'm here and hope that I'll be back next year. Thanks to all my friends for supporting me and making this experience be filled with joy and great memories. Also to my dad, for keeping up with the late night schedule.

I have been in many plays in elementary school. I was costume crew for the last musical at our school, Beauty and The Beast JR.

Hello! This is my first show I have ever been in a backstage crew. I don't have much experience with plays, besides being in a choir, so this is the first play I have been in; backstage or character.

Minami has been doing theatre since she started at GMS in the 6th grade. The shows she has done are Junie B Jones Jr, The Lion King Jr, Heist Quest, and Beauty and The Beast Jr. She has done crew for all of these shows and absolutely loves doing crew! When she isn't doing theatre you can find her playing her flute for the band at GMS, reading, hanging out with friends, listening to music or writing. She would like to thank Mei, her family and friends for always supporting her. She's thrilled that you're watching this show and hopes you have a wonderful experience!

Ava is so happy and excited to be in the tech crew. Ava has been doing theatre since Third grade. During her time at Grassland Middle she has been a part of the makeup crew in Heist quest a play; and stage crew for Beauty and the Beast Jr a musical. She also did various plays throughout elementary school. Ava is so glad you could see the show!

Hi! My name is Ellie Martinez, I´m a sixth grader, and this is my first show at GMS! I am so excited to be at the production this year, and am already looking forward to the one next year. Thank you so much for this opportunity!!

Kenna is so excited for this show! She has done The Lion King Jr, and Elf Jr as ensemble roles. This is her first show at GMS and she is doing stage crew. When she's not doing theater you can find her Playing music, art, or hanging out with friends. She is so excited for the show!!!

This is my first show, even though that I have not been her that long, I have to say that my favorite part of rehearsals, is when every body except for the tech team, are in the gym or outside playing games. Because the tech team is just in the back messing with the lights and making cues for the play.

Kaiya is an 8th grader at Grassland Middle. This is her first time being in one of the GMS productions and is honored to be able to be apart of it. She would like to thank her friends for pushing her to apply for crew this year. She would also like to thank Ms. Keith for this opportunity and hopes you enjoy the show!

I am very excited to be here doing this. I already think this will be such a fun experience. I am very grateful for this opportunity. I am in the 7th grade and I am in crew for the Greek Mthology Olympiganza. I am 13 years old and I love art, and I hope you enjoy the show!

My name is Kate Tutor. I am in 6th grade and I love working in the crew it's so much fun. I love acting and helping people. This my first time in crew and I hope you love the play!

I want to thank my parents for supporting me throughout this entire performance.

Amelia is new to theater, but has had interest in it for a while. She likes to try new things like crew and is excited for a new experience. She can't wait to see how this turns out!

Jennifer Keith is directing her 23rd production at GMS. As a student here, she was involved in several productions under the direction of the late Sandy Sullivan, a true legend in the Grassland Community. After leaving GMS, Ms. Keith attended Franklin High School where she appeared in every major stage production during her four years there. Upon graduation, she studied at the College of Charleston where she majored in Education with a minor in Theatre. She quickly found a home at her former middle school and created the Theatre class the next year. Thank you to all the parents that were so incredibly helpful during the last few weeks, her fellow theatre colleagues, especially Stephanie Winters at HMS, her former students that came back and helped with auditions and rehearsals, and her mom for always being willing to jump in and help at every show. She is so very proud of the cast and crew, and hopes everyone enjoys spending a little time on Mount Olympus!