Mean Girls: High School Version Cast

Sophie Abe (Sophie K. (Cady u/s))
Sophie is a sophomore and is so excited to be a part of the cast of Mean Girls. This is her first musical production and she is incredibly grateful and honored to be an understudy for the lead role of Cady, in addition to having a role in ensemble. She would like to thank her family, friends and teachers for supporting her.
Giovanna Bearman (Karen Smith)
Giovanna (Karen Smith) is ecstatic to perform in her first show at Pen! She is a sophomore and has crewed various other shows with the costumes department. She has also been involved in several shows at the Norris; recently including Legally Blonde (Chutney) and Cinderella (Marie). She adores being a member of ComedySportz and the International Thespian Society. Giovanna thanks the creative team for their dedication, and her friends and family for their overwhelming support.
Juliette Belke (Regina George)
Juliette Belke (Regina George) is super excited to be the “Apex Predator”. Her most recent productions include Measure for Measure (Isabella), Clue (Yvette), Road to Paradise (Hazel), and Little Shop of Horrors (Choreographer). Juliette is the Senior ComedySportz Manager and plans to study musical theatre in college. She would like to thank the cast and creative team for their hard work and Mr. Cohen for always slaying. Enjoy the show!
James Callaghan (Mr. Duvall)
James is so excited to be working on Mean Girls (Principal)! He was in An Inspector Calls and helped with lighting for Anything Goes, and designed the lighting for Measure for Measure. He would like to thank Mrs. King and Mr. Cohen for all their hard work, and everyone else who worked on Mean Girls. He is so excited to be playing the principal and hopes you enjoy the show!
Elle Comess-Williams (Cornelius Westerveldt/Chrissy Lancaster)
Anara Cook (Alyssa)
Anara is super excited to be in the Pen production of Mean Girls. It has been so fun for her to perform with her friends. Anara would like to thank her family and friends for supporting her.
Jessica Doty (Damian Hubbard)
Jessie is a senior at Pen and is proud to share with you a cautionary tale of fear and lust and pride based on actual events where people died (no one died).
Hannah Elliott (Evangeline)
Hannah is a junior at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, she really likes music and singing. Some musicals She loves are Beetlejuice, Mean Girls, Heathers, Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen. Mean Girls will be her first Musical at PVPHS she will be in and hopes you enjoy the production!
Emily Feigle (Mrs. George)
Emily is a senior at Peninsula High and is really excited to be a part of Mean Girls, as she had been a fan of it for a while. Having previously starred in Anything Goes (sailor) and An Inspector Calls (Edna), Emily hopes to contribute greatly to the show. She hopes you enjoy!
Tara Fermanian (Janis Sarkisian)
This is Tara’s second production at Pen High. They were recently on the sound crew for the fall play, Measure for Measure. They hope you enjoy the show!
Sienna Funiciello (Rachel Hamilton (Ms. Norbury u/s, Swing))
This is Siena’s second show with Peninsula Drama, but 23rd theatrical production. She is ecstatic to be a part of such a talented group. Her favorite past credits include Into the Woods (Narrator), The Little Mermaid (Ariel), and Les Misérables (Featured Dancer). In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends and being a song leader at Peninsula. She wants to thank the cast and crew for the devotion they put into this show.
Talon Gerard (Sarah Marshall)
Talon is a freshman working on their second PVPHS production in Mean Girls (Sarah Marshal) the transformer fanatic. Talon was also in the PVIS’ production of Madagascar Jr. (Fossa Leader). Even if they get nervous, they love showing their awkwardness in the Penn club Comedy Sportz.
Jonathan Herrmann (Martin Richmond)
Jonathan is a sophomore and is very excited to be playing the role of Martin "The Martian" Richmond. This is his first musical he is performing in as a high schooler. He would like to thank the cast, the crew, his fellow mathletes, and all the parents for allowing this show to happen. Enjoy the show! #POW3R_OF_THREE
Angela Hoffmann (Mrs. Heron)
Angie is a junior and is excited to be a part of Mean Girls. In her free time, she enjoys reading Manhwa, playing Skyrim, and painting. She would like to thank the cast, crew, directors, producers, and parents for working together to make this production possible.
Carina Kazan (Mike T.)
Carina is a freshman and is thrilled to be in her first show at Pen. Carina would like to thank the cast and crew for making Mean Girls such an amazing experience for her and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Paul Kerker (Shane Oman)
Paul is a junior at Peninsula and is thrilled to be a part of Peninsula’s production of Mean Girls. He’d like to thank the cast and crew for all the effort they put in and he hopes you enjoy the show!
Alison King (Ms. Norbury (Janis u/s))
Alison King is overjoyed to be in her tenth and final show with Peninsula Drama. Recently: Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour), Road to Paradise (playwright/Rory), Clue (Miss Scarlet), Measure for Measure (Duke Vincentio). She would love to thank Mr. Cohen, her mom, the cast, and the crew for a fabulous four years.
Ben Leet (Aaron Samuels)
Ben is thrilled to be a part of the cast of Mean Girls. He is a junior who has been involved in the drama department ever since freshman year. He is currently the Junior Comedy Sportz manager for the Peninsula team. His previous roles at Peninsula include Anything Goes (Eli Whitney), and Measure for Measure (Claudio). Ben would like to thank his family and friends for all of their constant support throughout the years.
Colt McGuire (Tyler Kimble)
Colt is a senior and is thrilled to be playing the role of Tyler “The Deriver” Kimble in Mean Girls. He has been a part of Peninsula’s productions of Raven About Poe and Measure for Measure. Colt would like to thank the incredibly supportive drama community, especially the cast, Mr. Cohen and his fellow mathletes, and he hopes you enjoy the show! #POW3R_OF_THREE
Jaden Mueller (William Smith/Fiona Buckton)
Jaden s a freshman at Peninsula and is so happy to be a part of Mean Girls! Her past productions include Guys and Dolls (Arvide) and The Little Mermaid (Ariel). Alongside theatre, Jaden enjoys reading mystery novels and listening to music. She would like to thank all cast and crew members for their hard work and dedication. She also thanks her parents for driving her everywhere and always encouraging her. Enjoy the show!
Lily Nelson (Darnella Antoinette/Brooke Squadhouser)
This is Lily’s first onstage production with Pen and she is very excited. Lily worked on tech crew this past fall in Measure for Measure. Past productions include Annie two times, Guys and Dolls (Rusty Charlie) as well as Shrek The Musical, The Wizard of Oz, Hip-Hop Hamilton (Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton) and Hogwarts the Musical. She can't wait for her friends and family to see the show and appreciates all of their support.
Tristan Norwood (Jason W.)
This is Tristan’s debut (Jason W./ensemble) in any drama production. With encouragement from family and friends, he finally decided to be in the spotlight for his first musical ever. Being his final year at Peninsula High, this would be a great mark left on him. Performing with the school choir for the last three years, he has decided to put his dramatic energy and voice to good use with an equally energetic and enthusiastic cast. Enjoy the show!
Delaney O'Connor (Caitlyn Caussin (Regina u/s))
Delaney is a junior at PVPHS and is thrilled to be in her 21st production! Some of her favorite roles include, Road to Paradise (Logan), Seussical (Mayzie), Annie (Hannigan). Delaney spends most of her time helping the MIS Drama Department, doing voiceovers with Imperium 7, and working at parties as princesses! Delaney thanks her family, friends, Debby, Kathy, Nani, the cast, crew, and creative team for their support and hard work on this fetch show!
Iris O'Conner (Gretchen Wieners)
Iris is super excited to be part of Peninsula Drama’s production of Mean Girls. She’s loved being part of musicals since she was a little girl and she’s so excited to bring this hilarious story to life. Enjoy this incredibly FETCH show!
Isabella O'Hara (Terri Grille)
It has always been Isabella's dream to cry onstage in front of a live audience and she is honored to be able to share this experience with you. Yes you, specifically.
Lynn Omari (Mr. Buck)
Lynn is a sophomore and is beyond excited to be in the cast of Mean Girls! This is their second Peninsula High School Drama Production. They were also in the cast of 2022's fall play, Measure for Measure. They may not be the best singer or dancer, but they are extremely honored to be a part of this production. They put a lot of time and effort into their rehearsals, as did the rest of the cast. They hope you enjoy the show!
Sophie O'Shea (Dawn Schweitzer (Gretchen u/s; Swing)))
This is Sophie’s third production at Peninsula, and they are happy to be in the cast of Mean Girls! She has enjoyed working onstage and is a dedicated member of the Orchestra, Choir, and Drama Departments at Pen. Their past credits include Forbidden Broadway and Anything Goes. Sophie would like to thank everyone working on the production and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Bela Osorio (Lizzie Therman)
Bela is a junior and this is her eighth production with Pen high! Her past productions have included: Measure for Measure (Mistress Overdone), Road to Paradise (Bea/Parker), Little Shop of Horrors (Ronette), Anything Goes (Ensemble), Inspector Calls (Props), Forbidden Broadway (Chita), A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol (Props). Bela would like to thank this amazing cast and crew for working so hard and making this production possible. She would also like to thank Mr. Cohen for giving her the opportunity and being an amazing director. Enjoy the show!
Zachary Pfiliegger (Mr. Heron)
Zachary or as many know him as Dakota is working in his first production as an actor for the PVPHS spring production Mean Girls (Chip Heron). He has worked in stage crew for Madagascar Jr. at PVIS with lights and sound. He enjoys making others laugh by participating in ComedySportz and is excited to bring smiles on the stage with this musical!
Armon Riaz (Kevin G. )
Peninsula High’s KG and the Power of Three will return with an album in the future. #POW3R_OF_THREE
Amanda Sakimura (Taylor Weddle (Karen u/s))
Amanda is ecstatic to be in her third production at Peninsula. Former productions include The Wiz, The Drowsy Chaperone, Fiddler on the Roof, Freaky Friday, and Anything Goes. Amanda would like to thank her friends, family, and the incredible cast and crew. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Alexis Sedillo (Caroline Krafft)
Alexis is a freshman and is excited for her first show at Peninsula. Her past credits include The Little Mermaid Jr. (Ursula) and Guys and Dolls Jr. (Benny Southstreet). She would like to thank the cast and crew for making the musical such a fun experience! She hopes you enjoy the show!
Chloe Sohngen (Cady Heron)
Chloe (Cady Heron) is a junior at Peninsula and is ecstatic to be your homeschooled jungle freak!! She has been involved in Pen Drama since freshman year, and also community theatre with Encore Theatre Group since childhood. Most recent shows include Into the Woods (Baker’s Wife), Measure for Measure (Provost), and Road to Paradise (Scarlett). Many thanks to Katie, Doc, and Mr. Cohen. She hopes this show brings you joy.
Erica Tsuei (Coach Carr)
Erica is a senior and is excited for her last spring musical. She has been involved in the Drama Department ever since freshmen year. You may have seen her in Measure for Measure (Elbow), Fiddler on the Roof (Avram), 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol (Harold), and more. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Elle Young (Christian Vailwood)
Elle is a freshman playing the role of Christian. She is thrilled to be in her first high school production. As a member of Drama Club and Comedy Sportz, she is ready to take on the stage. When she is not rehearsing or performing, Elle enjoys writing, reading, and playing the guitar. Elle thanks all the cast and crew members, as well as the directors, and hopes for a great show!