Chicago: Teen Edition Cast

Wren is eighteen. She's been in 10 shows (including this one) in her life. When she's not at rehearsal, Wren likes to sleep, write, and listen to music. She'd like to thank her mom, dad, sister, and boyfriend for being supportive and listening to her rant about the show.

My name is Steel McDonald, I am a senior, and I play Roxie! This is my first play since around fifth grade and I am super excited for everyone to see all of the hard work all of the cast, crew, and directors have put into this show!!

Isaac Collins is an eighth grader at Manchester Essex middle school. He plays Billy Flynn in this production of Chicago. This is Isaac's 19th show. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Olivia is no stranger to the stage, having starred in multiple musicals. Last year, she played Gingy in Shrek.

Thomas is no stranger to the stage. He has been in numerous shows since fifth grade, where he debuted in the school play called “Golly Gee Whiz!”. He starred in many other shows, including his part in Shrek as Farquaad in eigth grade. In Chicago, Thomas plays the role of Amos Hart, Roxie’s loyal husband, a kind and gentle man who feels like nobody even knows he exists. Thomas would like to thank his family for waiting for him to eat dinner after long days at play practice (and of course motivating him to do the homework that he doesn’t want to do).

Eliza is honored to play Mary Sunshine in Chicago. Her past roles include, Cruella De Vil(Descendants), Mrs. Greenway(Elf Jr.) and Pearl(Spongebob the Musical). Eliza would like to thank her friends and family for being so supportive, her vocal coach: Alexandra Grace for helping her become a better musician in her music journey and last but certainly not least Mr. Ice and Tyler for giving her this wonderful opportunity. She hopes you enjoy the show as much as she does.

Charlotte Lockerbie (She/Her) is delighted to be back for her third MERHS musical (Freaky Friday, Shrek Jr.) and ready to give audiences the old razzle dazzle! When she’s not on stage, Charlotte loves weightlifting, listening to classic rock, drawing, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She'd like to thank her amazing director and choreographer, Tyler Garofalo, for her constant delight and determination to teach dances and her unwavering kindness!

Some past performances I have been in is last years drama fest, Shrek the musical, The Imaginary Invalid, Twelth Night, and Furry Tales. Outside of rehearsal I enjoy writing and creating music, dancing, drawing, and playing video games.

Colton has performed in The Addams Family and Shrek. He thanks his family for their support.

Katie was last seen onstage in Drop Dead Juliet!, a role that won her an outstanding actor award at METG's Middle School Festival. She also starred in The Little Mermaid and Shrek as well as our own Night of Stars. She loves performing, but hates when the show is over.

Cate Vendt is very excited to be playing Annie and be a co-dance captain of this show. She is currently a junior and loves the show Chicago. In the past, she has played Morticia (The Addams Family), Fiona (Shrek), and Miss Honey (Matilda), among other roles. When she’s not at rehearsal, she partakes in the school’s A Cappella group, Soundwaves. She would like to thank her directors, Ms. Garofalo and Mr. Icenogle for all of their hard work. She would also like to thank her family for their constant support!

Antonia's last roles were The Wicked Witch and a Blind Mouse in Shrek and Shakespeare in Drop Dead Juliet! She loves "carving up a chicken for dinner" and singing with the Soundwaves.

Anne Stevens is playing Katalin Hunyak and is one of two dance captains! She is a junior and in the past played Mama Ogre and Sugar Plum Fairy in Shrek last year. She also does tech for dramafest shows and performs in dance shows while not doing the fall musical.

Melody Langille is an aspiring youtuber, voice actor, regular actor, artist, game developer, musician, and singer. When she isn't working on those things, she likes to play games like Balatro and White Knuckle. She has appeared in two other school productions (Annie, Shrek the Musical) and has done many other acting camps when she was younger. She's excited to play Mona this year!

Riley was last seen in Advice for Astronauts and Shrek the Musical. She started her theater journey as a techie on Freaky Friday, but quickly transitioned to performing on the stage.

I am a freshman and I'm playing kitty. I've been in a other plays including Shrek, High School Musical Jr. and a few others.

I’ve been in 7 previous performances in various companies including shows like Matilda and Frozen Jr. When I’m not at rehearsal I enjoy baking and hanging out with my friends. I’d like to thank my mom and dad for always supporting me and watching me perform.

My name is Bella Arnold, I play Harrison in the play. I have been in many other previous productions such as The Phantom Tollbooth, Sherk the Musical, and Drop Dead Juliet. I enjoy art and writing outside of rehearsals. I would like to thank my mom for being there for me through my ups and downs.

My name is Audrey Donnellan Valade. You may know me from last year's play Shrek As young Fiona or from the 5th grade play The Phantom Tollbooth Jr As minor number one. in Chicago the musical teen version I will be one of Billy's dolls. You will see me in razzle dazzle and all I care about is love. Be sure to watch for the footwork and the crazy lighting. I'd like to thank my mother and my father for being so supportive and driving me to and from rehearsals.

Zoe was last seen onstage in Drop Dead Juliet! as Juliet's therapist/Friar Lawrence. Before that, she was a knight in Shrek. She thanks her family and her director.

I do art in my spare time, and would like to thank my grand parents Gramp, Grammy, Nannie, and Bampa, my mom and my dad, my brother will, my cousin Ellen, my aunts and uncles, and my two cats, Phoebe and Oreo for all their love and support. Thank you!

I like soccer, dancing, figure skating. I like hanging out with my friends. I am also a music lover.

Amelie has performed in Chicago, Shrek, and Drop Dead Juliet! She loves being onstage and hanging with her friends.

Josh Dokken is a person who loves plays. He has been in 8 plays. This is his 9th. Some plays he's been in are The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Peter Pan. His favorite was Willy Wonka. He likes to make up funny little melodies and make forts out of materials from around his house and play with his sister. He would like to thank his mom for her support in the beginning of his play career. He would also like to thank his sister and dad for going to many of his plays. He also is thanking his grandparents for telling him he's a great actor.

Ian Burke is in 8th grade he has done shows such as The Lion King, Music Man, and Shrek.

Cedella loves to sing and act. She has performed in lots of shows from The Phantom Tollbooth, The Addams Family, and Shrek. She thanks her family for supporting her.

Priscilla was last onstage in The Addams Family. Before that, she played Mrs. Teavee in Wonka JR. She loves field hockey, friends, and family.

My very first play I was in was Through the Looking Glass and I played a catcher. My most recent play was Willy Wanka and I played a candy cane and announcer. I have also been a part of the chorus and sang at some concerts. In this play I am playing a reporter. When I am not a part of a play or at rehearsal I like to play softball, swim, and watch Harry Potter. I would like to thank my parents, my teachers, and my directors.

Things I like to do out of rehearsal are arts and crafts and take walks! Some performances I have done are the 5th grade play and the spring and winter concert in 5th grade. I would like to thank my mom, family and friends .

Evie sang in The Phantom Tollbooth in her fifth grade play. She likes cheerleading and is a great big sister.

Emily performed in Wonka JR last year. She is excited to be onstage as a reporter and helped paint and bedazzle our set.