Mrs. Bach is in her third year directing for NDTC. She has been involved in the arts since she was just 2 years old and has worked on many productions as a director, assistant director, production manager, stage manager, costumer, set designer, and social media manager for Theatre programs for kids, teens, and adults throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Favorite past shows include Beauty and the Beast, Guys & Dolls, Hairspray, Aida, West Side Story, Little Shop of Horrors, and Once on this Island. In addition to her work in the arts, Mrs. Bach has worked extensively in the field of education as both a teacher and administrator and holds multiple teaching certificates in PA and NJ. She holds a Bachelors from Moravian and a Masters from Kutztown. When not working on theatre for ND, she works at Muhlenberg College as the Director of Career Coaching & Education.

Mr. Ben is a senior at Moravian University studying Music Education with a concentration in voice and a minor in Theater. Mr. Ben participates in several ensembles at Moravian including Wind Ensemble, Marching Band, Orchestra, Choir, and Chorale. He is currently the President for Moravian’s chapter of PCMEA and the President for the University Choir. Mr. Ben teaches an after school music program in Catasauqua, coaches Color Guard for Whitehall High School, and has played in several pit orchestras throughout the Lehigh Valley. Last spring, he was the music director/pit orchestra conductor of Notre Dame High School’s production of Guys & Dolls. This past fall, he music directed and conducted the pit for Moravian University’s production of The Mad Ones. Mr. Ben maintains an active teaching schedule both in the Lehigh Valley and in his hometown, Point Pleasant NJ. He teaches musical theater intensives, private piano and voice lessons, and does audition prep for students. He is also an active judge for the New Jersey Dramatics and Forensics League.

Mrs. Griffith is the Studio Director of the New Dance Workshop -Harleysville dance studio. She has been a dance instructor for twenty two years and studio director for seventeen. Mrs. Griffith studied dance at Montclair State University, and Dance Education at Kutztown University, where she minored in Theatre Arts. She is one of the original company members of the Marlyn Abramson School of Dance company, Kinetic Energy. She is also a founding member of The Lansdale Catholic HS Dance Company. In addition to teaching ballet, tap, hiphop, jazz and modern at the studio, she choreographs and train students for Nutcracker performances with the Donetsk Ballet Company of Ukraine. In addition to her classical training, she has been the choreographer for the musical theatre department at Souderton Area High School for twenty years. Mrs. Griffith was the dance director at Camp Nockamixon and has choreographed for Laymen Playmen in Hatfield. She lives in Hellertown with her husband, Kyle and four boys, Colin, Joey, Casey and Liam. They are members of St. Theresa’s Parish in Hellertown where she is currently also a preschool teacher. “Mama Mia” is her fourth show to choreograph here at Notre Dame!

Ms. Elliott is blessed to be working with Notre Dame Theatre Company again. She is excited to work on Mamma Mia! with these talented and creative students, to see the combined vision of all those working on the musical come to life on stage. Working with students brings so much joy to her life, and she is grateful for every opportunity she receives to be working with students. Shea would like to thank Caitlin and Aaron Bach for allowing her to be a part of this creative process, as well as all the parents and community members who have helped to make this show possible.

Marissa Tichy is a senior. Previous NDTC credits include Miracle on 34th Street (Prop Master), Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble), A Christmas Carol (Prop Master), Guys & Dolls (Ensemble), and The Diary of Anne Frank (Prop Master). She is also the President of NDTC.

Abigail Torres is a senior. Previous NDTC credits include Beauty and the Beast (Silly GIrl), A Christmas Carol (Fred’s Wife), Guys & Dolls (Ensemble), and The Diary of Anne Frank (Costumes).

Haley Jacob is a sophomore. She previously worked on crew for NDTC’s A Christmas Carol, Guys & Dolls, and The Diary of Anne Frank.

Sofia Vanic is a sophomore. She previously worked on crew for NDTC’s A Christmas Carol and The Diary of Anne Frank. She enjoys reading, baking, and shopping.

Mark Otten is a sophomore. He has served on crew and worked the lighting for A Christmas Carol, Guys & Dolls, and The Diary of Anne Frank. He loves going to the beach, going to concerts, and playing the drums.

Steven Petrik is a senior. He previously worked on crew for Miracle on 34th Street, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol, Guys & Dolls, and The Diary of Anne Frank. He likes to build things, play video games, and sleep. He also serves as NDTC’s Technical Manager.

Natalie Pizzuto is a sophomore. She previously worked on crew and sound for NDTC’s A Christmas Carol, Guys & Dolls, and The Diary of Anne Frank. She is also captain of the JV cheer team, part of the track team, and involved with multiple clubs at ND.

Kai’den Engle is a sophomore. This is his first show experience! He enjoys programming and engineering and is planning on becoming a software engineer.

Riley Filipps is a freshman. She previously worked on crew for The Diary of Anne Frank. She enjoys skateboarding.

Rey Gabriel is a senior. He previously worked on crew and provided photography for The Diary of Anne Frank. His hobbies include music, photography, and learning French.

Catherine Holzschuh is a junior. Previous NDTC credits include A Chritsmas Carol (Crew) and The Diary of Anne Frank (Crew). Her hobbies include volleyball and horseback riding.

Nasr Karam is a junior. He previously worked on crew for Miracle on 34th Street, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol, Guys & Dolls, and The Diary of Anne Frank. He enjoys gaming, baking, and drawing.

Jessica Laporte is a freshman. She previously worked on crew for NDTC’s The Diary of Anne Frank. She enjoys riding her bike and playing guitar.

Mariella Luna is a senior. She previously worked on crew for NDTC’s Guys & Dolls and The Diary of Anne Frank. She enjoys singing, drawing, and painting.

Isabella Mateo is a freshman. She previously worked on crew in middle school.

Natalia Maznio is a sophomore. This is her first show!

Reagan Mitcheltree is a senior. This is her first show with NDTC! She plays ice hockey and enjoys hanging out with friends.

Jenna Petrick is a sophomore. She previously worked on crew for NDTC’s A Christmas Carol, Guys & Dolls, and The Diary of Anne Frank. She enjoys art, reading, and track & field.

Luke Scheetz is a junior. He previously served on crew for NDTC’s A Christmas Carol, Guys & Dolls, and The Diary of Anne Frank. His hobbies include playing volleyball, writing books, and roller & ice skating.

Ava Uliana is a freshman. She previously helped with crew for NDTC’s The Diary of Anne Frank. She enjoys swimming, tennis, and playing with her dogs.