Alice in Wonderland Cast

Joelle Robertson '24 (Alice)
Joelle is beyond excited to be starring in her first lead role! She has been part of the WOHS productions since her freshman year. She is an active member of the Drama Club, Secretary of WOHS Glee Club, and a member of The Thespian Society. She thanks her family for always being supportive in her passion for the Arts.
Ewan O'Sullivan '23 (White Rabbit)
Ewan is very excited to be participating in this year's production of "Alice in Wonderland". His prior WOHS productions include: "The Laramie Project" (Various Roles) and "The Solve-It Squad Returns" (Scrags). He has also worked as an SFX operator on "Into the Woods" and "William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play". He would like to thank his friends for giving him the many great opportunities not listed here.
Richard Arjoon '25 (Queen of Hearts)
Richard is very grateful to be part of such a peculiar performance! Other credits include: "The Wizard of Oz, Jr." (The Wicked Monkey), "Horton Hears a Who" (Gertrude's Friend), "The Lion King" (Mufusa), "High School Musical" & "The Laramie Project". He is also a member of Glee, Jubilee & Drama Club. Thank you to my family and friends for the support & love!
Cullen R. Smith '23 (King of Hearts)
Cullen is very excited for his last play at West Orange High School. Recently, Cullen portrayed the role of Jason Todd in his short film "Under The Red Hood". Cullen won 2nd place for Best Supporting Actor at the NJ Thespian Festival for "She Kills Monsters" (Orcus). Cullen gives his thanks to his sister Kayleigh for teaching him to pursue his passions.
Morgan L. Palent '23 (Knave of Hearts)
Morgan is very excited to be part her first Fall Play in her high school career. She has been a member of the WOHS Drama Club for 4 years, and recently joined the WOHS Thespian Society Troupe 1530. Morgan thanks her family and Ms. Mapes for the support they've shown towards her love for theatre.
Makayla Arjoon '25 (Duchess)
Makayla is happy to be cast! She has always been in awe at the amazing performances that she's seen here. Some favorite credits include: "Seussical the Musical, Jr." (Gertrude) at Edison Middle School, "The Wizard of Oz" (Glinda) at Lyric Performing Arts Center and "The Lion King". Thank you to her family for getting her into the theater business.
Nakhayla Green '24 (Red Queen)
Nakhayla is very excited to be preforming at WOHS! She is a member of the Glee and Jubilee Choirs.Some previous credits include: "Charlie And The Chocolate Factory", "The Addams Family", "High School Musical", "The Shows Must Go On", & "Lend Me A Tenor" amongst others.. She is also part of the Dance Program at WOHS as well as outside of school. Thank you to my family for always supporting and believing in me!
Mia S. Peretz '25 (White Queen)
Mia is incredibly excited to portray the White Queen in "Alice in Wonderland".This is Mia's 2nd WOHS production as she was last seen as "Camille" in the student production in her freshman year.
Giancarlo Minervino '23 (Mad Hatter)
Giancarlo is extremely excited to be a part of such a fun show! Some previous credits include: "The Addams Family" (Gomez), "Once on This Island" (Daniel), & The Laramie Project (Various Roles). They are so happy to be a part of their last West Orange High School fall play!
Morgan Lanzot Woodridge '23 (March Hare)
Morgan is thrilled to be a part of her last play at WOHS. It has been a journey to get to this point! Recently she was in "The Laramie Project" (Various Roles) & "Into the Woods" (Cinderella's Stepmother). Morgan was working at NJPAC this summer and was in Savion Glover's production of "City Kid" and more. Morgan would like to give a special thanks to her family, Ms. Mapes, and Ms. Coen for all of the support.
Anabelle Reilly '26 (Mouse/Doormouse)
Annabel is insanely excited to be a part of this production of "Alice in Wonderland"! She has learned so much from her peers in these few months! As this is only her second show, she is so excited to learn even more in the next years to come. With an interest in Art since she was only two, shes grown to love drawing, acting, and music. She wants to thank herself for being such an inspiration to herself!
Hayley Goldberg '25 (Cheshire Cat)
Hayley is so grateful to be involved with such a wonderful cast! Growing up she has seen many of the previous WOHS shows and is so happy she can be a part of one. One of her favorite credits include the short film "The Package" where she played Emilia. She is always watching a movie and enjoys spending time with friends. Thank you to my cats for existing and inspiring my role.
Gavin Jaskot '25 (Caterpillar)
Gavin doesn't need to say how excited he is to be in this amazing production - the smile on his face says it all! Although this is his first time acting, he was the Preoperties Master for "Seussical the Musical, Jr." (Aquinas Academy). He also loves writing, playing board games & being outdoors. Gavin is on the Chess, Fencing & Lacrosse teams. He gives thanks to his mom for adhering to his crazy schedule. :)
Miranda Elmera '25 (Frog Footman/Mock Turtle)
Miranda is extremely excited for the WOHS performance of "Alice in Wonderland"! She would like to thank Ms. Mapes, Ms. Coen and everyone else who has helped with the making of this eye-catching performance. Previous credits: "The Lion King" & "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" (Gemini Twin). Thank you mum for always supporting me!
Lance Zeligson '23 (Fish Footman/Gryphon)
Lance is excited to be part of this year’s fall play! Some of his credits include: "William Shakespeare's Long Lost Play" (Dromio of Syracuse), "The Laramie Project" (Various Roles), and "Into the Woods" (Steward). He is a Varsity Swimmer, a Board of Education Student Liaison, Vice President of Drama Club, as well as a member of 8 Honor Societies. He would like to thank his brothers and parents for all of their endless support!
Sam Soroko '26 (Tweedledum/5 of Spades)
Sam has been studying acting since the age of nine but before that, he was stated as a natural performer. This summer he had the pleasure to perform at Luna Stage. He also wants to mention that this is not his first time playing Tweedle Dum as he played the role in the Summer Enrichment Program. If you want to know anymore about him, just ask! He loves acting and hopes to pursue it in the future.
Carlo Henriquez '25 (Tweedledee/7 of Spades)
Carlo is thrilled to be part of his first high school production! He was also in the Liberty Middle School production of "The Wizard Of Oz" (Three Tots). Unfortunately, the show could not go on due to COVID but he is excited to get back on stage. He enjoys watching movies & going out with his friends. He would like to give a big shout-out to Mrs. Mapes for helping him grow his acting career & skills!
Brandon Dios '23 (Humpty Dumpty/2 of Spades/7 of Hearts/Flower)
Brandon is finally making his debut on stage! He's super happy to be part of this cast and to perform for his first time.
Jack Harwood '23 (Cook/ Executioner/ Flower)
Jack is extremely excited for his closing play at WOHS! He has previously graced the stage in "William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play" (Ensemble), "Into the Woods" (Mysterious Man), and "The Solve-it Squad" (Keith). He would like to thank Ms. Mapes and all of the teachers involved in making his high school theater experience truly special, and thanks for a fun final play!
Ofelia Perez '25 (Carpenter/4 of Hearts/Flower)
Ofelia is super happy to be part of the Ensemble for an amazing show with this cast! Some credits include: "Newsies" (Katherine), "The Laramie Project" (Understudy), "The Lion King" (Ensemble), & "High School Musical" (Kelsi). She Assitant Directed the student production "Solve It Squad". She is an avid dancer, singer and actor and finds many ways to portray herself through art. Love to all<3!!
Craig Stanley, Jr. '25 (Walrus/5 of Hearts/Flower)
Craig is currently a member of the WOHS Step Team. Some of his hobbies include: basketball, acting, history, and fashion. This is his first show and is extremely glad to be in it! He would like to thank Ms. Mapes, Ms Coen, the cast, and the stage crew for making his first play experience an unforgettable one. He's really grateful for all the bonds and friendships that he made on this journey.