Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. Cast

Alex (Olivia Simonin Oliveira)
Olivia is 11 years old and in 5th grade at Cypresswoods Elementary. She has been a member of TBPAA since 2019 and has appeared in Cinderella Kids (Stepmother), Wizard of Oz (Wicked Witch of the West) and Frozen Kids (Olaf, Queen Iduna). Olivia has performed in numerous TBPAA showcases as a solo singer and dancer. She is also part of TBPAA's Junior Encore Team and when she is not on stage she loves to read and spend time with her family
Marty (Jelissa Matos)
Jelissa is a 13 yr-old 7th Grader at Tarpon Springs Middle Cambridge Conservatory for Academics & the Arts. This is her 4th year at TBPAA. Her credits include Encore 2019, 2020 and 2021, Willy Wonka (Augustus Gloop), Christmas Carol, and HairsprayJR (Inez Stubs) and Little Mermaid (Ursula). She also studies private voice and group vocals and has appeared in TBPAA Showcases. In her spare time, she enjoys cosplay, anime, reading, and gaming.
Melman (Mia Nielsen)
Mia is a 7th grader at Plato Academy. Mia has been with TBPAA since 2017. Her previous credits include: Jungle Book KIDS (Monkey), Seussical KIDS (Mrs Mayor and News Reporter), Willy Wonka KIDS (Charlie) and was a member of The Encore Team for 3 years. In addition to acting, singing and dancing Mia enjoys cooking, yoga, Taekwondo and spending time with friends and family
Gloria (Rachel Boutros)
Rachel is 12 yrs. old and is a 6th grader at Plato Academy in Clearwater. This is her fourth year at TBPAA. Her TBPAA credits include: Little Mermaid KIDS (Ursula); Willy Wonka KIDS (Mrs. Beauregarde) and Into the Woods KIDS (Evil Stepmother, Wolf and Rapunzel's voice); Encore Senior Dance Team and Musical Showcases. Other credits are: Summertime Series, Schooltime Series, and the Holiday Cabarets - Ruth Eckerd Hall
King Julian (Ninabella Brodene)
Ninabella is 12 years old and will be playing the role of King Julian in the Madagascar Production. This will be Ninabella's first major role. Previously, she was casted in her school's play of Beauty and the Beast as the wardrobe "Madame de la Grande Bouche." As a child, you could always find Ninabella singing and dancing throughout the day. Her teachers nicknamed her "Broadway". She looks forward to continuing her training at TBPAA.
Maurice / Foosa / Zoo Guest (Emelia Mcguire)
Emelia is a 6th grader at Farnell Middle School. She performed in The Little Mermaid as a mer-sister and ensemble. She was a Cat in the Hat in Seussical the Musical, Sandy in Annie JR and Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka. Townsperson 4, Summer Chorus, Hidden Folk in Frozen Jr. Emelia was a member of the 2019 TBPAA Competition Team.
Zookeeper Zelda/Foosa (Anna Wieder)
Anna is 12 yrs old and in 6th grade in the Cambridge Academics & Arts program at Tarpon Middle. This is Anna's 6th yr at TBPAA and 5th yr voice. She has been on TBPAA's competition team (2019,2020) & Senior Encore (2020,2022). Credits include: Little Mermaid JR (Chef Louis, Mersister), Frozen JR (Oakens), Annie JR (Orphan), Seussical KIDS (JoJo), Jungle Book KIDS (Shanti)
Zookeeper Zoe / Foosa (Connor Kane)
Connor attends 5th grade at Plato Academy. This is her forth musical with TBPAA. Her credits include Frozen (Elsa), Peter Pan (Wendy), and Cinderella (Anastasia). She is Team Captain on the TBPAA Jr. Encore Dance Team. Connor also enjoys Singing, Drawing, Reading and Volleyball.
Zookeeper Zeke (Angelina Soviero)
Angelina is a creative soul who loves musical theater. She has previously played Mayzie LaBird in Seussical at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Academy. She loves being on stage and having fun! When she isn't acting, Angelina loves hanging out with family and friends, editing videos and exploring nail art.
Skipper (Maya Preston)
Maya is in the 6th Grade. She has solidified her passion for the performing arts and looks forward to a bright future on stage. Her previous roles include castings as the King of Hearts, Zendaya, Perla of Cinderella and most recently Flounder. Maya recognizes that her talent and love for theater are God-given gifts; giving all the glory and honor to the Lord, Jesus Christ for this opportunity to perform.
Kolowski (Janelle Brzezinski)
Janelle is 13 yrs old and is in the 8th grade at Spring Valley School. This is her 4th year at TBPAA. Her TBPAA credits include: Alice in Wonderland (King of Hearts & Lily), Seussical KIDS (Mayzie La Bird). Her hobbies include: Girl Scouts, dancing, drawing, writing, cosplay and fursuit making.
Rico (Evie Dolan)
Evie is 12 years old and a 6th grader at Classical Preparatory School. Her credits include: Into The Woods (Little Red Riding Hood), Frozen (Young Anna), Annie (Orphan/Candy Seller), Seussical (JoJo) and Jungle Book (Mowgli). She's been on the Encore Performance Team since 2017, has been doing ballet/hip hop/tap dance for 9 years, plays viola, and is on the track team.
Private (Colette Dolan)
Colette is 8 years old and a 3rd grader at Classical Preparatory School. Her credits include: Frozen KIDS (Weselton) & Cinderella KIDS (Jaq and Lady at the Ball). Colette has been taking ballet/hip hop/tap dance for 7 years and is on the Gotta Dance Diamondz comp team. She's also been doing gymnastics for 2 years.
Lioness 1/ Foosa (Hailey Bellew)
Hailey is 13 years old and attends Farnell Middle School. She is in the 7th grade, and this is her fourth year with TBPAA. Her credits include: Willy Wonka (Mr. Bucket, The Candy Man Assistant, Oompa Loompa). Frozen JR (Oakens, Summer Chorus, Hidden Folk) , The Little Mermaid ( mersister, ensemble) and a member of the 2020 TBPAA Competition Team. She loves to sing and act and is very excited to be part of this production.
Lioness 2 / Lee (Grace Guinane)
Grace is a 11 year old 5th grader at Ozona Elementary School. This is her third year at TBPAA and is enjoying every second of it. Her TBPAA credits include Cinderella (Drizella); The Little Mermaid (Mersister), (Sailor), (Carlotta); and a member of the Senior Encore Team. Other activities include Girl Scouts and Cheer.
Foosa / Zoo Guest 2 / Camera man (Keegan Burkley)
Keegan is 12-years-old and is a 7th grader at Carwise Middle School and in his 1st season with TBPAA. Credits include: Peter Pan (Starkey).
Mason / Lew (Kaya Miles)
Kaya is 11 years old and a 5th grader at Lake St. George Elementary. Her TBPAA credits include: Peter Pan (John), Trolls World Tour Musical, and 101 Dalmatians (Anita Darling). She also trains in Jazz and Ballet at Tampa Bay Dance Academy
Foosa / Mort / Monkey (Maya Cotterill)
Maya is homeschooled and just finished 5th grade. In her free time Maya likes to ride horses, dance, and hang with her friends. Her passion for dance started at the age 4. She has performed at Ruth Eckerd Hall ever since. Her theatrical performances include Anastasia and The Greatest Showmen. Maya looks forward to her first performance with TBPAA!
Lemmar/Passerby (Mia Kasnow)
Mia is 10 years old and is a 4th grader at Pinellas Academy of Math and Science. In the 20/21 season Mia was in Showstoppers and this year she is a member of the TBPAA Seniors Encore team. Madagascar is Mia’s debut performance in a musical.
Lyn / Zoo Guest 1 (Julia Murphy)
Julia is a freshman honoroll student at PHUHS. Favorite classes: Theatre and Math. She was the recipient of the " Excellence in Math" trophy last year at MS graduation. GPA 103 w/ extra credit)! Julia is noted for her long red-blonde hair, her extensive Hat collection, and her love of " Everything Halloween !" She enjoys acting, singing, dancing, roller-coasters and amusement parks! Julia has been taking classes / summer camps at TBPAA for four years- with Perfect attendance! The Little Mermaid and Peter Pan (summer camp ) were two of her most recent plays
Old Lady / Lars (Lily Nielsen)
Lily is a 4th grader at Plato Academy. Lily has been performing with TBPAA since 2019. Her previous credits include: Willy Wonka KIDS (Oompa Loompa and Candy Kid). She was a member of the Encore Performance team in 2020. In addition to acting, singing and dancing Lily enjoys arts and crafts, swimming, being a prankster and spending time with her friends and family