Cinderella (Broadway Version) Cast

Madison, a sophomore, is the daughter of Jennifer and Jeffrey Burgess. She is a member of the varsity cheerleading squad and the softball team. Maddie is also a member of FBLA. She is very passionate about attending and being involved in the youth group and enjoys volunteering at her church. Thank you to friends, family, and directors for all the love and support.

Arianna is the daughter of Jaime Black and Scott Cartwright. She is a senior and is participating in her fourth production with Laurel Theater Arts. She also is a member of the track & field team and Girl Scouts. Her future plans include furthering her education to become a veterinary technician. Arianna looks forward to what the future will bring. Thanks to family and friends for all the support.

Talia, a junior, is the daughter of Jamie Black. She has performed in multiple Laurel musical productions including Hello Dolly, Mary Poppins, and Les Misérables. Talia also participates in cheerleading, Student Council, FBLA, and Girl Scouts. A favorite musical memory is spending time with friends backstage.

Georgia is the daughter of Vicky and Artie Christou. She is in seventh grade and this is her first Laurel musical. She likes to sing and act. Thanks to family and friends for all the support.

Luke is the son of Keith and Kathy Colich. He is appearing in his fourth Laurel musical. Luke was elected to the 2021 Homecoming Court by his classmates. He works part-time at McDonald's. After high school he hopes to obtain a job in fashion. Thanks to family and friends for their support of this year’s musical.

Ava, a sophomore, is the daughter of Laurie and Anthony Conti. She has danced at Dance Center Studios since she was five years old and has been a New Castle Playhouse Mini Star since she was eight years old. Ava’s other activities at Laurel include varsity track, volleyball, and cross country while being a high honor roll student. She is excited for the future. Thank you to family and friends for all the support.

Madalynn, a senior, is the daughter of Candice and Barry Dunmire. This is her first year helping with the school musical. Following her graduation in June, Maddie plans to attend Slippery Rock University to study pre-medicine.

Elysia, the daughter of Debbie and Chris Fabian, is singing and dancing in her fourth Laurel musical production. She is the assistant section leader for the Spartanette danceline, president of National Honor Society, a member of the Tobacco Resistance Unit, and Peer Leadership. She plans to attend Boston University to major in philosophy after graduation. Thanks to friends for their support and the musical staff who sacrifice so much for the show.

Miah, a seventh grader, is the daughter of Rebecca Galizia. She is excited to help behind the scenes with Cinderella. Miah plays on the junior high volleyball team. She also enjoys soccer and singing. Thanks to family and friends for all the support and encouragement.

Gabrielle, the daughter of Tiffany and Merle Gallaher, is a seventh grader. She is excited to be a member of stage crew for Cinderella. She also sings in the junior high chorus. Thanks to friends and family for the support and encouragement.

Lexi, a senior, is the daughter of Greg Gibbs. Cinderella is her fifth musical production at Laurel, where she has performed onstage and worked backstage. Lexi has been accepted to Slippery Rock University, planning to pursue a degree in theater set design and technology.

Josh, a senior, is the son of Bonnie Kind and Dwayne Gibson. This is his third musical production following Les Misérables and Godspell. He is a member of NHS and Conservation Club. He plays football and baseball and runs track for Laurel. His classmates elected him the 2021 Homecoming King. Josh plans to attend Geneva College in the fall to major in engineering. Thanks to family and friends for all the encouragement and support.

Oriana, the daughter of Kristin and Timothy Green, is participating in her fourth musical as part of the stage crew and her third year working on set design and construction. She is a member of Student Council, Conservation Club, Spartanette flagline, and competes in track and field. She is also active in FFA, having earned the Keystone Degree, and is a member of the square dance team. She shows market hogs at the fair. Outside school, she is a teen leader for the Plain Grove 4-H Kids Creation Club and is a Bronze Clover Awardee. Oriana is employed at the Shenango Dairy Queen. Best wishes to all the cast and crew and a huge thank you to Mrs. Gryn for her support over the years.

Bridget, an eighth grader, is the daughter of Lisa Hartle and the late Justin Hartle. She loves to dance and hang out with friends. She enjoys fooling around until it’s time to be serious. She enjoys sleeping and reading. She is all about fashion and art. Bridget considers herself passionate, caring, down to earth and active. She has big plans for her future.

Nora, the daughter of Lara and Jerry Johns, is an eighth grader. This is her first musical production, but she plays flute in the marching band and junior high band and sings in the junior high chorus. She also runs track.

Erin, a senior, is the daughter of Mary and Michael Karavias, is excited to participate in Cinderella. She is a member of Trivia Club, Girl Scouts, and her church's youth group. She enjoys many creative hobbies, such as drawing and writing. Erin loves to spend time with her pets and dreams of taking care of animals in the future. Following graduation, she will attend BC3 before transferring to a four-year college to earn a degree in the biological sciences. Thanks to all who have helped her reach her goals.

Kelley, a freshman, is the daughter of Mary and Michael Karavias. She is a member of Student Council and also participates in Trivia Club, marching band, and Girl Scouts. She also likes to read and write. She hopes to be a forensic scientist someday.

Cadence, an eighth grader, is the daughter of Amy and Donovan Karki. She is very excited to participate in Laurel’s Cinderella. Cadence is active in E-3, Silver Sharks swimming team, Girl Scouts, and 4-H. Her favorite school subject is art. She worked last year in the theatre arts class to prepare the set for Godspell.

Tyshia, the daughter of Amy and Randy Kunselman, is a freshman. She has three brothers and one sister. She plays the clarinet in the marching band.

Marissa, a senior, is the daughter of Jonelle Harris. She is participating in her fourth Laurel musical as the stage crew/special effects manager. She is also active in track and field, Student Council, National Honor Society, and the Spartanette Flagline. Special thanks to Mom for all the support!

Elizabeth, an eighth grader, is the daughter of Heather and Matthew McCosby. Although she is only 13 years old, she has been dancing for 11 years. She participates in both the Laurel choir and her church’s choir. She is an avid artist and particularly enjoys painting and sketching.

Mari, the daughter of Heather and Andy McKissick, is a seventh grader. She is performing in her first Laurel musical. Mari is a member of the junior high basketball and softball teams. Thanks to friends and family for their support.

Ellie, a senior, is the daughter of Heather and Andy McKissick. Ellie is performing in her sixth Laurel musical. She previously played Miss Andrew in Mary Poppins and Peggy in Godspell. She sings in the Laurel choir, has competed on the Science Olympiad team, and is a member of NHS. After graduation, Ellie will be attending Muhlenberg College to pursue a degree in theatre. Thanks to everyone who has supported this musical journey as Ellie takes her final bow on the Laurel stage!

Ian, the son of Heather and Andrew McKissick, is a senior. He takes on an exciting lead role in Cinderella. He is active in Laurel’s choir, National Honor Society, and Science Olympiad. Ian plans to major in history at Boston University or the University of Pittsburgh and hopes to eventually earn a PhD in the field. Thanks to loved ones for all the support. Also, special thanks to castmates for all they do.

Jacob, a junior, is the son of Angela and Jamie McVicker. He is excited to have a lead role in Cinderella. Jacob also hit the Laurel stage in Les Misérables and Godspell. His favorite musical memories are of spending time with cast members backstage. Thanks to family and friends for the encouragement and support!

Amber is the daughter of Rebecca and Joseph Medved. She is a junior and performing in her fourth Laurel musical. She also participates in Laurel cheerleading, danceline, National Honor Society and Student Council. She sings in the school choir and dances at Center Stage Academy of Dance. She is very grateful for the support of her family and friends.

Landen is the son of Jennifer Welker and Tommy Michaels. He is a freshman and first-year member of stage crew for Cinderella. He is a member of the marching band and Conservation Club. Thanks to parents and family for all their love and support.

Angel, a freshman, is the daughter of Chelsea and Bruce Milbert. She is an active member of 31.35 Youth at Faith Country Chapel. She also played volleyball on the junior varsity volleyball team. Angel spends most of her "off time” with friends and family or keeping herself company with a good book!

Vanessa, the daughter of Michella Miller and Phillip Miller, is a junior. Vanessa also participates in Girl Scouts and is a member of the Laurel Student Council. She plays clarinet in the marching band and sings in the choir. Playing in the outfield, she and her softball teammates won the WPIALS and section champs last year. She also works part time as a hostess at Ben Franklin. Thanks to family and friends for support and encouragement!

Ashlyn, a freshman, is the daughter of Jason Hooks and Amanda Fennell. This is her first year working behind the scenes. She is a member of the flagline and Conservation Club, and she played junior high basketball. She enjoys babysitting her siblings. Thanks to family and friends for all their love and support!

Bobbie-Jo, a seventh grader, is the daughter of Patricia Morrison. She participates in junior high basketball and is a member of the marching band. She also volunteers at her church, Faith Country Chapel. Bobbie-Jo is a member of the Bunny Bunch, Animal House, and Plain Grove Kid's Creation 4-H clubs.

Tony, a freshman, is the son of Rose Nocera and Anthony Nocera. This is his second musical on the Laurel stage having played Gavroche in Les Misérables. He sings with the Laurel choir. Tony performs with a Pittsburgh dance troupe called P.A.P.A.G.P. (Philipino American Performing Arts of Greater Pittsburgh). Thanks to friends and family for supporting him. He also forcefully insists that all of the graduating seniors return to see next year’s musical.

Nevada, a senior, is the daughter of Billie Jo and Dave Pacifico. Nevada has been cast in one of her dream roles as Cinderella this year! This is her sixth Laurel musical, with her most memorable roles being Robin in Godspell, Fantine in Les Misérables, and Mrs. Corry in Mary Poppins. Nevada is a four-year letterman in cheerleading and track and field. She is a member of the Spartanette danceline and serves as president of choir. She is also a member of SADD, FBLA, and Youth Alive. She was honored to be crowned the 2021 Homecoming Queen. She enjoys attending 31.35 Youth at Faith Country Chapel and spending time with her friends. She plans to attend Grove City in the fall to major in either education or communications and minor in musical theatre. Thanks to family and directors for all the support and encouragement!

Bobby is the son of Ralph and Jacqueline Pisano. After high school graduation, Bobby would like to attend a school to learn more about animation. Sincere appreciation to all of his relatives for all of their support and encouragement.

Kassie, a seventh grader, is the daughter of Kristen and Byron Clingerman. She loves to sing and is very excited to participate in Cinderella, her first Laurel musical. Thanks to family and friends for encouragement!

Trever, a freshman, is participating in his first Laurel musical production as a member of the back stage crew. He is the son of Becki and Michael Mason. Trever is a member of the Conservation Club and enjoys riding bulls in rodeos. Thanks to family and friends for all their support.

Abigail, the daughter of Angela and Doug Richards, is a freshman. Abigail has been a member of Student Council for three years and a Spartanette for two years. She works at Irons Mill Farmstead and performs in the Christmas musical at her church, Glen Moore Presbyterian. Abigail is a high honor roll student who hopes to become a member of National Honor Society in the future. Abigail dreams of one day becoming a news anchor on KDKA News.

Natalie, an eighth grader, is the daughter of Maria and Michael Rodgers. Natalie is excited to perform in her first Laurel musical. She participates in Student Council, cheerleading, volleyball, choir, and Girl Scouts. Thanks to family and friends for all the support and encouragement!

Abagale, the daughter of Dolores and Frank Stone, is a senior. She is participating in her fifth Laurel musical. She is also active as a Conservation Club officer and treasurer of National Honor Society. She participates on the Governor’s Council of Hunting, Fishing and Conservation, TRU, SADD, Youth Alive and the Spartanette danceline. A high honor roll student, Abagale thanks her family and friends for supporting her through the years. She plans to attend Slippery Rock University to become a physician assistant. Abagale will forever cherish the memories she has made on the Laurel stage and will always remember a quote read to her by Mr. Rodgers: “…I took the one less traveled by, and that made all the difference.” That, to her, made all the difference!

Erika, an eighth grader, is the daughter of Julie and Jason Wagner. She is participating in her first Laurel musical. She plays in the school marching and concert bands and sings with her church's praise team. Erika is also active in her church’s youth group. She has played basketball for three years and has been active in track and field for one year.

Jeremiah, the son of Michonda and Christopher Weber, is in seventh grade. This is his first time on the Laurel stage. He plays trumpet in the marching band, sings in the junior high chorus, and plays basketball. He is a member of the youth group at Faith Country Chapel. JJ also belongs to three 4-H clubs and raises pigs and steers.

Kayla, a senior, is the daughter of Malinda Young and Ryan Young. She has participated in Laurel musicals for five years as a member of stage crew. She was the prop manager for Hello Dolly and Mary Poppins and the stage manager for Les Misérables and Godspell. She has worked on the tech crew for various plays at the New Castle Playhouse and hopes to continue with theater through college. She is a member of National Honor Society and has been a Girl Scout since kindergarten. Thanks to family for their continued support through the years. Kayla is looking forward to seeing where life takes her.

Lilian, the daughter Malinda Young and Ryan Young, is a seventh grader. She has been active in Girl Scouts since kindergarten. Lilian joined stage crew because her sister, Kayla, has been working behind the scenes for Laurel musicals for five years and it sounded like fun. Spending time with Kayla and making memories together was another reason she joined stage crew.