Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Cast

Grace Noel is a Freshman and a first year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. She is a proud member of the ZHS Choir, Talented Theatre, Talented Music, and local theatres in and around Baton Rouge. Grace has previously performed in Beauty and the Beast as Chip, Annie Jr. as Annie, and Frozen Jr. as Elsa. She is a 4 time LMEA District Honor Choir participant and a dancer. She plans to go to college once she graduates high school to make a life for herself. Grace admires her parents the most because of all of the sacrifices that they make to provide her with performance opportunities and the life that she has today. She would like to thank her family, friends, cast mates, and directors for being so supportive throughout the show.

Brennan Bankston is a Senior and a fourth-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. He currently maintains a 4.4 GPA while being a proud member of the ZHS Choir, Beta Cub, National Honor Society, Talented Theatre, Crochet Club, 30+ ACT Club, Bronco Trendz, and Student Advisory Board. Brennan has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz as Uncle Henry, High School Musical Jr. as Troy Bolton, and Shakespeare in Love as Henslowe. He is the current President of the ZHS Choir and National Honor Society, the Beta Club Reporter, SGA 1st Vice-President, and Improv Captain. He is also a 3 time member of the LMEA District IV Honor Choir and Louisiana All-State ACDA Honor Choir. Brennan plans to attend LSU and major in Biology after high school. He would like to thank his family, Ms. Feierabend, Ms. Fountain, and Amelia Dupré for their endless support.

Andre'a Condol is a Senior Talented Theatre student and a fourth-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre. She is an active member of the dance and theatre community in and around Baton Rouge. Andre'a has previously performed in Shakepeare in Love as Viola, The Wizard of Oz as The Wicked Witch, and Little Women as Jo. She is proud to share that she choreographed her first ever musical theatre number and it was for this show! Andre'a is also the current President of the Theatre Department. She plans to continue theatre by studying it in college after she graduates from high school. She then plans to pursue a career in acting in film and onstage. Andre'a also plans to continue training as a dancer and vocalist with the hopes of this leading her to eventually get her certification in stage combat and choreography. Andre'a would like to thank her mom and her current and past directors for guiding her along the way.

Amelia Dupré is a Sophomore and a second-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. She is a proud member of the ZHS Beta Club, Choir, and Talented Theatre Program. Amelia has previously performed in Mary Poppins, Jr., Shrek Jr., and The Wizard of Oz as Dorothy. She is thrilled to share that she competed with the ZHS Beta Club in the show choir competition category and the group took home 1st Place! Amelia plans to attend medical school for dermatology while still being involved in the arts as much as possible. She would like to thank her sister for being her biggest inspiration and for supporting her no matter what.

Lauren Capello is a Senior and a third-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She currently maintains a 4.4 GPA while being a proud member of Bronco Beat, Beta, National Honor Society, Key Club, FBLA, Talented Music, Talented Theatre and church choir. She has previously performed in Into the Woods, Jr., Cinderella, and Get Smart. Lauren is the current Vice-President of the ZHS Choir, a National Qualifier for Texas Thespians, FBLA Vice President, Key Club Secretary, and a 3 time Louisiana All State ACDA Member and LMEA District IV Honor Choir Member. She plans to attend college after she graduates and pursue a career in psychiatry. Lauren would like to thank her mom and sister for being her favorite people because she would be so sad without them.

Terrolyn Woodridge is a Senior Talented Theatre student and a fourth-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre Class. She currently maintains a 4.5 GPA while being a proud member of the Student Government Association (President), Choir and Beta. Terrolyn has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz as Dorothy, Junie B. Jones, and Annie Jr. Terrolyn plans to major in Biology and minor in Psychology to become an occupational therapist after high school. She would like to thank her parents for their love and support.

Claire Connor is a Senior and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She currently maintains a 3.95 GPA while being a proud member of the Talented Theatre, ZHS Band, Beta Club, National Honor Society, and the Baton Rouge Ballet Theater. Claire has previously performed in The Nutcracker: A Tale From the Bayou, The Wizard of Oz, and Almost Maine. She currently serves as a section leader for the ZHS Band of Blue, and she is a 3 time East Baton Rouge All-Parish Honor Band Member. Claire also competed at State Beta and earned 1st place in handmade jewelry two years in a row. Hand-making original jewelry is a talent that Claire loves to share with others. After she graduates, Claire plans to major in Psychology at the University of Louisiana Monroe and join the marching band there. She most admires her mom for all of the sacrifices that she makes for her. Claire is grateful to have a mom who supports her in all of her passions and inspires her to work hard every day. She would like to thank her friends and family for all of their support.

Lucille "Lucy" Cox is a Freshman Talented Theatre student and a first-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre Class. She is a proud member of the ZHS Choir and Talented Theatre program. Lucy has also been training in dance classes for the past 3 years. She has previously performed in Descendants Jr. as a featured dancer, Frozen Jr. as Young Elsa, and Matilda Jr. as The Acrobat. Lucy plans to attend college and major in theatre once she graduates from high school. Lucy would like to thank all of her friends and family for always being there for her and supporting her in everything that she does.

Camden DeVaux is a Sophomore and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. He is also an active member of the ZHS Choir Department. Camden has previously performed in High School Musical Jr., The Wizard of Oz, and Shrek Jr. He recently competed at Texas Thespians as a member of the Group Musical that earned a Superior rating and qualified for Nationals. Camden plans to attend college after high school. He would like to thank his parents and Jesus for always supporting him.

Eve Talbot is a Sophomore and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She currently maintains a 4.3 GPA while being a member of the ZHS Cheerleading Team, Beta Club, and Student Advisory Group. She also cheers competitively and has been doing so for the past 12 years. She has previously performed in Shrek Jr. and The Wizard of Oz. Eve is most proud of herself for earning a named role in the musical this year, getting her driver's license, and growing more in her Christian faith. She plans to go LSU after she graduates and study Neonatology or Forensic Science. Eve would like to thank her friends, especially Gracie Dalferes and Amelia Dupré, for continuing to push her past her comfort zone. She would also like to thank her Mimi for sparking the "theatre kid" insider her and for always believing in her. Lastly, she would like to thank her family for putting up with her singing in the house at 9:00 PM!

Alana Mose is a Sophomore and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She currently maintains a 4.0 GPA while being a proud member of the ZHS Choir and Beta Club. Alana has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz, High School Musical Jr., and Shrek Jr. She plans to attend college after she graduates and pursue a career in Marine Biology while living her best, healthy, and fun life! Alana would like to thank her family and friends, and God for all His many blessings.

Lauren Boyea is a Senior and a fourth-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She is a proud member of the ZHS Theatre, Theatre Tech, and Improv Troupe. She has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz, Cinderella, and Into the Woods Jr. Lauren has competed and earned at Superior rating at Texas Thespians, earning her spot at Nationals twice. She plans to pursue a career in Chemical Engineering after she graduates. Lauren would like to thank her parents and directors for all of their support.

Isabella "Izzy" Blackledge is a Junior and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She maintains a 4.0 GPA while being an active member of the ZHS Beta Club, Freshman Mentors, Mock Trial, Sports Medicine, and Bronco Trendz. She has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz and Radium Girls. Izzy is thrilled to share that she achieved the honor of being a ZHS homecoming maid this past fall. She plans to major in Psychology at LSU after she graduates high school and then attend law school to pursue a career as an attorney.

Katherine "Katie" McCrary is a Junior and a third-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She currently maintains a 4.5 GPA while being an active member of the ZHS Beta Club, National Honor Society, Student Government, and Choir. Katie has previously performed in Cinderella, The Wizard of Oz, and Little Women. She is the SGA Secretary and she has qualified for Nationals at Texas Thespians twice with a Superior rating. She is also a proud member of the LMEA District IV Honor Choir and she is happy to share that she has taken piano lessons for the past 7 years. Katie would like to thank her sister for her love and support.

Tycen Smith is a Sophomore Talented Theatre and Talented Music student and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. He currently maintains a 4.3 GPA while being a proud member of the ZHS Soccer team and ZHS Choir Department. Tycen has earned a spot in the LMEA District IV Honor Choir and the Louisiana All-State ACDA Honor Choir for the past several years. He was also named the ZHS Theatre Freshman of the Year in 2023. Tycen plans to pursue a career in music when he graduates. He admires artists such as Bruno Mars and Tyler, The Creator for their creativity, passion, and stage presence. He would like to thank his family, especially his mom, for always supporting him and his friends for helping him enjoy life.

Marquis McQuirter is a Senior Talented Theatre student and a fourth-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. He is the current President of the Future Business Leaders of America Club. Marquis has previously performed in Cinderella, A Raisin In the Sun, and The Wizard of Oz. He is proud to share that he was offered the chance to work at the OpenJar Institution in New York. Marquis plans to attend college after he graduates and study to become a veterinarian and open up his own clinic. He would like to thank his parents for pushing him to his fullest potential.

David Gaines is a Senior and fourth-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. David is the proud Captain of the ZHS Swim Team, Chaplain of the ZHS Choir, and a member of the Beta Club, ACT 30+ Club, FCA, Bronco Trendz, National Honor Society, Theatre and his church youth group and choir. This year he earned a spot in the LMEA District IV Honor Choir for the second year in a row. David has also taken piano lessons for 10 years. He has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz, Sense and Sensibility, and Into the Woods Jr. David plans to attend college after he graduates and study medicine to become a pediatric oncologist. He would like to thank his parents, his sister, Brooklyn, and Jesus.

Makenzie Brown is a Senior Talented Theatre student and a fourth-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. She currently maintains a 4.4 GPA while being a proud member of the ZHS Beta Club, National Honor Society, Choir, and Dance. She has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz as The Wicked Witch, Little Women as Amy, and A Raisin in the Sun. Makenzie has earned a Superior rating at Texas Thespians for the past 3 years. She even earned a $10,000 scholarship from the New York Conservatory. Makenzie plants to attend college after she graduates and study to become an anesthesiologist assistant. She would like to thank her family and especially her mom, whom she deeply admires, for their support.

Zora Boutain-Birks is a Junior Talented Theatre student and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. Zora is a proud member of the Baton Twirlers, ZHS Color Guard, Beta Club, National Honor Society, and Student Media. Zora has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz, Everybody, and the Actor's Showcase. She is a Louisiana State and District Baton Twirling Champion and the captain of the superior rated ZHS Color Guard. Zora plans to go to college and major in Mass Communication and Broadcasting to become a news anchor once she graduates. She most admires Mrs. Dry, her middle school theatre teacher, because even with Covid, she was still able to provide her class a full year of theatre. Zora would like to thank her family, teachers, and coaches for all of their help along the way.

Julia Blanchard is a Senior and a fourth-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She is a proud member of the ZHS Choir, Talented Theatre, and Talented Music programs. She has previously performed in Twelfth Night, Cinderella, and The Wizard of Oz. She recently participated in a five-week French Immersion Program in Nova Scotia. She also earned a spot in the LMEA District IV Honor Choir and the Louisiana All-State ACDA Honor Choir earlier this school year. Julia plans to attend Southeastern University when she graduates and major in music education with a minor in French with the hopes to study abroad. She would like to thank her family for their endless support and encouragement throughout her high school career.

Amelia Smith is a Freshman Talented Theatre student and a first-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. Amelia maintains a 4.0 GPA while being an active member of the ZHS Theatre and Theatre Tech Department. Amelia has previously performed in Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, and Cinderella. She plans to learn more about animation and improve upon her art skills in the future. Amelia would like to thank her mom, dad, and grandpa for their support.

Mya Hays is a Junior and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She is an active member of the ZHS FFA Club, Theatre, and Choir. Mya has previously performed in Zachary High School's production of The Wizard of Oz. She is proud to share that she won 4th Place for Nursery and Landscaping for Area 4. Mya plans to pursue a career in agricultural business and raise livestock after high school. She would like to thank her mom, dad, and step-mom for their support.

Erynn Williams is a Freshman Talented Theatre student and a first-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She currently maintains a 3.5 GPA while being an active member of the ZHS Junior Varsity Cheerleading Squad. Erynn has previously performed in Frozen Jr. as Anna and High School Musical Jr. as a cheerleader. She recently earned a Superior rating at Texas Thespians as a member of the group musical that qualified for Nationals. Erynn plans to obtain a degree in Neurology and then become an actress on Broadway. She most admires her cast mates, especially her best friend Grace, whom she joined in musical theatre. Erynn would like to thank her family for always supporting her and all of her friends for influencing her.

Evan Blanchard is a Freshman and a first-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. He has previously performed in Northwestern Middle School's production of Frozen Jr. His future plans are to land a spot in Bronco Beat (the top choir at ZHS). Evan would like to thank his family and his best friend, Benton McCrary, for their support.

Dane Buccere is a Sophomore and a second-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. He currently maintains a 4.0 GPA. Dane has previously performed in Little Women as Laurie, Shrek Jr. and The Wizard of Oz. He plans to pursue a career in music and/or acting once he graduates from high school. Dane would like to thank his mom and dad for supporting his love for the theatre.

Gracie Dalferes is a Sophomore Talented Theatre student and and a second-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She is an active member of the ZHS Beta Club and the ZHS Choir Department as a member of Bronco Beat. She currently maintains a 4.3 GPA. Gracie has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz, Legally Blonde, and played the title role in The Alcestiad. Gracie plans to attend Columbia University and obtain a degree in Applied Child Psychology when she graduates. She would like to thank her parents for funding all of the things that she participates in and her friends for being a positive influence. She would also like to thank Mr. Michel, whom she admires most, for being determined, considerate, and optimistic at every opportunity.

Kyrin Hardnett is a Junior and a third-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. He is an active member of WZHS, Theatre, the French Club and SGA where he currently serves as the Historian. Kyrin previously performed in Murder at the Mirage Hotel, A Raisin In the Sun, and The Wizard of Oz. He is proud to share that he has written up to 10 plays over the past few years. He plans to attend LSU and pursue a career in acting and playwriting. Kyrin admires Joey Fields the most for introducing him to the wonderful world of playwriting and for giving him so many opportunities to showcase his talents. He would like to thank his parents for getting him to and from rehearsals each day.

Emily Montalbano is a Senior and a fourth-year member of the ZHS Musical Theatre class. She currently maintains a 4.1 GPA while being a proud member of the ZHS Volleyball Team, Soccer Team, FFA, Beta, National Honor Society, Key Club, Choir, and Theatre. Emily has previously performed in Cinderella, Into the Woods Jr., and The Wizard of Oz. She plans to attend LSU and major in animal science once she graduates. Emily most admires her grandma because of her love for music and her enjoyment of watching her granddaughter perform on stage. She would like to thank her parents and Jesus for their love and support.

Lilly Gafford is a Freshman and a first-year member of the musical theatre class at ZHS. She is also a proud member of the ZHS Choir. Lilly has most recently performed as an ensemble member in Northwestern Middle School's production of Frozen Jr. She would like to thank her beautiful family (especially her sister because this is her favorite musical), as well as her supportive friends, cast members, and Mr. Mathews, her middle school drama teacher, for all of their support.