The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Cast
Adeline McCloskey '23 (Olive's Mom)is a junior at West Essex and is delighted to be a part of her sixth Masquers production! She was recently seen as Richard Hannay in Vintage Hitchcock, Tottendale in Drowsy Chaperone Jr., and Taylor in A Knight at the Theatre. She would like to thank her friends and family who have supported her on this journey and congratulate the cast and crew on an amazing production!
Alex Wan '23 (Vice Principal Douglas Panch)is a junior at West Essex and is thrilled to be in his fourth Masquers production! Alex was a part of the ensemble in Mamma Mia!, acted as Bob and Man in The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza and starred as One-Eyed Pete in Run This Town. Alex would like to thank his friends and the cast along with the staff for putting on an amazing show!
Alyssa Abate '24 (Spelling Bee Participant, Michelle "Mitch" Mahoney (Saturday Performances))is a sophomore at West Essex and is thrilled to be back on the stage again with the Masquers cast. She was previously in The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza, A Knight At The Theatre and was last seen in Vintage Hitchcock as The Professor. Alyssa would like to thank her family and friends for their endless amount of love and support!
Ava Hricko '23 (Michelle "Mitch" Mahoney (Thursday/Friday))is a junior at West Essex and is overjoyed to be a part of her sixth Masquers production! Ava can be remembered as Daisy in Vintage Hitchcock, and Gretel in A Knight at the Theater. She would like to thank everyone who made this show possible and her family for their support.
Brandon Klaff '23 (Leaf Coneybear )is a junior at West Essex and is ecstatic to be in his sixth Masquers production! Brandon was recently seen as Prometheus, Icarus, and MC in The Greek Mythology Olympiganza and as Squirt in A Knight at the Theater. He would like to thank his friends and family for all their support, and the directors for making this show possible.
Charlene Pace '25 (Marcy Park (Saturday Performances))is a freshman at West Essex and is so excited to be making her Masquers debut! Some of her favorite previous roles include Belle in Beauty and the Beast Jr. and the Fiddler in Fiddler on the Roof. She would like to thank all of her family and friends who supported her, as well as all of the cast and crew who made this production possible.
Chloe Bonaguide '23 (Marcy Park (Thursday/Friday))is a junior at West Essex and is thrilled to participate in her sixth Masquers show! Her first role on the Masquers stage was Katherine Hartley in Rosie the Riveter, and most recently played Mr. Memory in this fall’s production of Vintage Hitchcock. Chloe is extremely excited to return to the stage, and wants to thank all those who made it possible!
Claudia Marino '23 (Rona Lisa Perretti)is a junior at West Essex and is thrilled to be on stage for her fifth Masquers production. She was recently seen as Professor Bartlett in A Knight at the Theatre and The Man in Chair in The Drowsy Chaperone. Claudia would like to thank her friends, family, and staff that have supported her and made this show possible!
Colin Cummings '23 (Jesus)is a junior at West Essex and this is his fifth production with Masquers. He has played Ted Spencer in Vintage Hitchcock and Derek in A Knight at the Theater. Colin is ecstatic to take part in another play with Masquers and wants to thank his family and friends for supporting him.
Dante Ragusa '23 (Carl Grubenierre, Olive's Dad)is thrilled to be part of his 4th Masquers production! Past WE roles include Shady Man in Run This Town, Menelaus in The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza, and Father Alexandrios in Mamma Mia! He also performed as Eddie in 13 the Musical at the Rhino Theatre. Dante would like to thank the production team for this opportunity and the cast for making this experience so enjoyable!
Delaney Piccoli '24 (Spelling Bee Participant)is a sophomore and pleased to be back for her second live performance with Masquers. Previous productions she was a part of include Vintage Hitchcock and Greek Olympiaganza with Masquers, as well as Auradon Prepster 2 in Descendants Jr. with Aspire Performing Arts. Delaney would like to thank her fellow cast members and the crew for helping make this such an amazing show to be in!
Eden Kleefield '24 (Olive Ostrovsky)is a sophomore at West Essex and is thrilled to be in her fourth Masquers production. She loves theatre and her most recent roles include Ms. Scarlett in Clue, Lisa in Mamma Mia!, and Ellen Bunting in the Masquers’ performance of Vintage Hitchcock. She is so grateful to be performing alongside such an incredible cast and thanks her family and friends for their support! Can’t wait for you to see the show!
Gina Mangiarelli '24 (Leaf's Sister, Spelling Bee Participant)is a sophomore at West Essex and is so excited to be part of her fourth Masquers production. She was recently seen as Winnie Verloc in Vintage Hitchcock as well as Apollo in The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza. She has found incredible friends in this cast and is so grateful for the experience she’s had. She sends all her love to her family and friends for their endless support.
Giuliana Spanarelli '24 (Spelling Bee Participant)is a sophomore at WE and is delighted to be a part of her third production with Masquers! Some of her previous roles include Renee in Vintage Hitchcock and Trojan soldier in The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza. Giuliana is very grateful to be a part of Masquers and work with such a great group of people. She would like to thank her friends and family for their love and support.
Hailey Levenberg '24 (Charlotte "Chip" Tolentino)is a sophomore at West Essex and is excited to perform in her third production with Masquers. Her previous roles with Masquers include Pollux in The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza and Hairdo Sister #1 in Run This Town. She would like to thank her family, her friends, and Masquers for all their support!
Har-El Shrem '25 (Dan Schwarz, Leaf's Dad, Spelling Bee Participant)s a freshman at West Essex and is ecstatic for his second Masquers production. He was recently seen in the fall drama Vintage Hitchcock as Verloc. Special thanks to the cast and crew for this experience.
Hudson King '23 (William Barfee)is nearing the end of his junior year invigorated and enthralled to perform in his fifth production with Masquers. Excitement is a familiar feeling and there is no doubt he is excited to finally get back into the swing of things. He is extremely thankful for the support he receives from his friends and family.
Katie Butler '22 (Spelling Bee Participant, Student Ambassador)is a senior at Winston Prep and is sad and excited for her final show with the Masquers family. She has been seen in Clue, The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza, and behind the scenes on stage crew for Vintage Hitchcock and Mamma Mia. I would like to thank Mrs. Hernadez for her constant love and support and the students who currently are at West Essex and those who have already graduated. I love you all so much!
Lexi Ciardella '25 (Logainne Schwarzandgrubenierre)is a freshman at West Essex and is thrilled to be back for her second performance with Masquers. She was previously seen as Manager in Vintage Hitchcock. Lexi has been studying theatre for over 8 years. She is looking forward to pursuing a future in theatre arts. She would like to thank her family, friends, vocal coach and mentors for their endless love and support.
Luciana Musano '25 (Spelling Bee Participant, Student Ambassador)is a freshman at West Essex and is so excited to be in her first production with Masquers. Some of her previous roles have included Martha Cox in High School Musical and Lily St. Regis in Annie. She would like to thank Mrs. Hernandez, family, friends and fellow cast members for lots of inspiration and encouragement.
Molly Wolf '24 (Spelling Bee Participant)is a sophomore at West Essex performing in her third Masquers production. Her previous roles have included Hairdo Sister in Run this Town. She would like to thank her friends and family, and Masquers for their support. Can’t wait for the show!