Charlie and the chocolate factory Cast

Paul Norfolk (Willy Wonka) is happy to make his SUFT debut! Having just finished his role of Lord Capulet in Romeo and Julie, he is especially happy to be singing again. Recent favorite roles include Anything Goes (Moonface Martin, The Game’s Afoot (William Gillette)Our Town (Howie Newsome). When not on stage, Paul works as a curriculum coordinator for Villa Maria School, a non-public special education program. Many thanks to Ed for the opportunity to join this cast and play this fantastic role, to his fellow castmates who have quickly become friends and to Jeanine for her love and support.

Aidyn Mongi (Charlie) is excited to make their Stand Up for… Theatre debut with their first lead role! They have previously been seen in Little Shop of Horrors (Crystal ),John Proctor is the Villain (Beth), and A Bright New Boise (Alex). Their favorite type of chocolate is dark chocolate, preferably with some sea salt in it. They hope you enjoy the show!

Ed Higgins (Grandpa Joe) is excited to be back on the stage after a bit of a Hiatus. Favorite roles include My Favorite Year (Alan Swan), Arsenic and Old Lace (Officer Klien), Godspell (Judas). Father of the Bride (Mr. Masullo) where “It’s just like in the Lion King… only completely different,” in “Father of the Bride. Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook!

Lorelei Kahn did her first show in 1978, making her theatrical debut in Free to Be You and Me (Rabbit). She has performed in and choreographed numerous musicals and children's shows. Past favorite roles include Pippin (Catherine), Beauty and the Beast (Belle) and Godspell (Sonia).

Jacqueline "Lady Jay" Holden (Grandma Josephine / Oompa Loompa) was born and raised in the Baltimore city. Jackie has never played any roles outside of her local recreation center during childhood, motherhood, her amazing work history and experience as an entrepreneur, caterer for her hometown sports teams, as well as a substitute teacher. She is very excited to be embarking on a new journey as a beginner actress as she debuts with SUFT as Grandma Josephine and one of the Oompa Loompas. She dedicates this role to her 4 beautiful children, 4 amazing grandchildren, all the students that she encountered within The Baltimore County Public School System, and her cute mini poodle~ Mister Justice "Drip". Proving that "You Can Do Whatever You Put Your Mind To!"

Christy Stouffer (Grandma Georgina) is thrilled to be working with SUFT once again. She has been active in local and regional productions since 1990 as a director, actor and choreographer. During the COVID lockdown she participated in the Pandemic Players’ streaming productions as an actor and director, to raise funds for local theatre companies affected by the pandemic. She was most recently seen onstage in Happy Days The Musical (Marion Cunningham), Scrooged (Ghost of Christmas Past), You're a Good Man Charlie Brown (Lucy), A Christmas Story (Mother), La Cage Aux Folles (Madame Dindon. In addition to these roles, her favorite roles have included Damn Yankees (MEG), Godspell (herself), Fiddler on the Roof (Goldie), Annie (Miss Hannigan), Amahl and the Night Visitors (Mother), The Glass Menagerie (Amada Wingfield), Blithe Spirit (Ruth Condomine), Pippin (Fastrada) and Hello, Dolly (Irene Molloy). She has also directed and choreographed over 20 productions in the Washington/Baltimore/Annapolis area.

Dustin Hayes (Grandpa George) is very excited to be getting back on stage in a musical for the first time in 11 years! He recently moved to Maryland from Florida, where he worked as a performer and stage manger at Busch Gardens Tampa, and as a VIP Experience Guide at Universal Studios. He has previously worked as a stage manager for several dozen shows in Nebraska, and his favorite roles he has played onstage include Oliver (Mr. Sowerberry), Beauty & the Beast (Lefou), and Little Shop of Horrors (Orin Scrivello). Dustin would like to dedicate his performance to his two biggest cheerleaders in life: His husband Jarrod, and their cat Seymour.

Pauline Gill-Williams (Mrs. Green / Oompa Loompa) is a wife, mother, registered nurse, business owner and now actress!!! She is extremely happy to be a member of the cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory!! She is a lifelong lover of acting having begun her acting career in high school. “Charlie” is the first major production she has been a part of and is excited to see where her career takes me!

Christopher Pence (Jerry Jubilee / Oompa Loompa) is thrilled to be returning to SUFT for “Chocolate Factory!” Favorite roles include A Few Good Men (A Few Good Men), CLUE! (Coronel Mustard), and Arsenic & Old Lace (Johnothan Brewster). Chris also directed SUFT’s February 2024 production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. This performance is dedicated to Mom, who introduced me to Wonka’s world of Pure Imagination at a young age. You’re always the sweetest part of my life. “Don't forget what happened to the man who suddenly got everything he always wanted…. He lived happily ever after.”

Cal Rodriguez (Cherry Sundae) (They/Them) is thrilled to return to the stage as Cherry Sundae. Previously, Cal has appeared on the SUFT stage in The Rocky Horror Show (Narrator in 2024 and Phantom in 2022) You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown Linus)0. Cal also had a brief stint in politics in The Wizard of Oz (Mayor of Munchkinland). Many thanks to my friends and family for, well, absolutely everything. I truly couldn't do it without you!

Aaron Partin (Augustus Gloop) is delighted to be returning to the SUFT stage in their production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Favorite roles include Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour), You're A Good Man Charlie Brown (Charlie Brown), Urinetown (Old Man Strong/Hot Blades Harry), and Goosebumps the Musical (Zeke). He would like to thank the wonderful cast and crew, as well as his friends and family for all their support, and he hopes you enjoy this delectably delightful show!

Lucy Blumberg (Mrs. Gloop): Lucy is excited to return to the Stand Up For…Theatre stage as Mrs. Gloop in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. She was last seen as The Rocky Horror Show (Columbia) and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee 9 William Morris Barfée ). Other favorite roles include The Rocky Horror Show (Phantom), Five Women Wearing the Same Dress (Frances), Jesus Christ Superstar (Leper Soloist), Heathers the Musical (Officer Milner), and Shrek the Musical (Queen Lillian). Lucy studied Theatre with a concentration in Acting at Frostburg State University and now enjoys participating in local productions.

Elliot Long (Mike. TeeVee) is excited to make his community theatre debut with SUFT and to be playing opposite his mom! He has been involved in the children’s theatre program Theatre in the Park for the past 3 years. Favorite roles there include Matilda(Mr. Wormwood, The SpongeBob Musical (Old Man Jenkins), and Extra! Extra! (Joseph Pulitzer). He will be starting the creative writing program at APEX Arts this fall. He would like to thank his family and friends for coming to see the show!

Jessica Long (Mrs. TeeVee) is excited to perform again with SUFT after appearing their production of as last year’s The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee ( Logainne Schwartzandgrunenierre). With this show, she’s checking off an item from her theatre bucket list- playing opposite her son! Other recent local credits include Crazy for You (Patricia Fodor/Mother) and The SpongeBob Musical (Karen). Offstage, she works on the production team for Theatre in the Park, most recently stage managing their juniors production of Matilda. She wants to give a shout to her youngest son Ezra, who is supporting from the audience!

Francesca Debella (Violet Beauregard) is excited to make her debut at SUFT. Her other roles include The Wizard of Oz (featured ensemble), Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. (Shulie) and Aristocats Kids (Roquefort) . Francesca would like to thank her parents for encouraging her. She would also like to thank the directors, staff and cast for making this show a wonderful experience!

Gage Wright (Mr. Beauregarde) is thrilled to make his return to the SUFT stage. He started back up in the theater world about three years ago to this day, on this very stage, as the ever humble, gracious, kind, giant of a man, and leader, Lord Farquaad, in Shrek the Musical! Since then he's been afforded the chance to put his spin on some amazing characters! Some of his recent favorites are Bonnie and Clyde (Clyde Barrow), Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), and Hamlet (Laertes). Gage grew up reading Roald Dahl, his personal second-hand copy of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory being read so much that the binding came apart! He wants to thank his amazing Girlfriend, Natalie, for pushing him forward and making him strive to always better himself.

Audrey Blake (Veruca Salt): is excited to debut with SUFT! She has performed the roles in Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow), Finding Nemo (Nemo), and The Little Mermaid (Ursula) and various roles with Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts. She thanks her friends and family for their support.

Heather Blake (Mr. Salt) is thrilled to debut with SUFT. She performs in drag as Justin T. Thunderbum, and has performed in The Producers and Road to Terabithia. She has enjoyed past roles in Peter Pan (Peter Pan), Going To See The Elephants (Etta), and Chicago (Go To Hell Kitty), to name a few. She is grateful for her family and friends who support her creative side.

Revilo (Squirrel/Oompa Loompa) is excited to return to the stage with Stand Up For...Theatre this year and portraying Herman, one of Wonka's Oompa Loompas. He has also performed in the Wizard of OZ (Coroner, Flying Monkey and Ozian). You can also watch him as a regular character on the DoodleHATCH YouTube channel in The DoodleHATCH Show! Revilo also performs at the DoodleHATCH Festivals and is one of the Ambassadors to the DoodleHATCH Interactive Art Museum. Revilo is homeschooled with an area of concentration of Urban Legend Lore. Herman the Oompa Loompa and one of the protective Squirrels in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Revilo has also performed in the Wizard of Oz as the Coroner , Flying Monkey and Ozian. You can also catch him as a regular on the DoodleHATCH YouTube channel in The DoodleHATCH Show. Revilo also performs at the DoodleHATCH festivals and is one of the Ambassadors to the DoodleHATCH Interactive Art Museum. He is homeschooled with an area of concentration of Urban Legend Lore.

Lilou Altman (Geraldine the Squirrel )Lilou is the resident Choreographer of the DoodleHATCH Interactive Art Museum and has been collaborating with Stand Up For...Theater since 2022. She choreographed 3 years of Rocky Horror Picture Show and the Wizard Of Oz in 2023. This year in Wonka she gets to work again with her Son, Revilo, as Geraldine the Squirrel! Lilou has been teaching since the early 90's and has performed with many greats as Jean-Pierre Bonnefous, Merce Cunningham, Naked Feet Dance Co., Baltimore Ballet, Maryland Ballet, Jane Ward Murray and the performing in the Nutcracker for 6 seasons with the Donetsk Ballet.

Finn is excited to be returning to he SUFT stage as a squirrel. This time with his father Geoff.

Melody Blahut (Oompa Loompa) is excited to perform in this production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. She has been with SUFT for a couple of years now, where you may have seen her in Shrek The Musical and The Wizard Of Oz. She recently graduated from Lycoming College with a degree in Creative Writing and a minor in theatre. She hopes to be more involved and wants to thank her family for all of their wonderful support.