Ms. Heather Feierabend has been the Talented Theatre Teacher at Zachary High School and Northwestern Middle School since 2017. She started her career at Mississippi State University and has been teaching talented theatre since 2006. She is a professional performer and also teaches voice and songwriting at the Songbird Music School. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre from Vanderbilt University and a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Directing Theatre from Ole Miss. Her favorite part of her work is seeing her wonderful students grow and mature as young artists and young adults. She is exceedingly grateful for the love and support of her family.

Cierra Fountain is in her 5th year as Choir Director at Zachary High School and was named the 2026 Zachary High Teacher of the Year. She serves as the LMEA District IV Vocal Large Ensemble Assessment Co-Chair. Cierra earned her Bachelor’s in Vocal Music Education from Louisiana State University in 2017 and her Master’s in Educational Leadership from Louisiana University Shreveport in 2021. She is Educational Leader certified and holds a Mentor Teacher certification. In addition to her teaching, Cierra is a drummer at her local church. She would like to thank her parents and brother for their unwavering love and support in everything she does.

Wiliam Thomas is the new Technical Theatre Director at Zachary High School and is entering his 10th year in education. He holds a bachelor's degree in Theatre from Louisiana State University and brings extensive experience in both educational and professional theatre settings. Prior to joining Zachary High School, Wiliam worked as a theatre teacher in East Baton Rouge Parish Schools and served as the Production Coordinator for the LSU Union Theatre. Since 2011, he has collaborated with community partners throughout the Baton Rouge area, including the East Baton Rouge Arts Council and Playmakers of Baton Rouge, supporting arts education and community-based theatrical productions. Wiliam would like to thank his wife, Elizabeth, and his children, Hazel and Margot, for their unwavering love and support.

Lauren Conerly is the Talented Art Teacher at Zachary High School in Zachary, Louisiana. She earned for Art Education Degree from Southeastern University in 2013. She has since been teaching Talented Art at ZHS for the past 11 years. Over the course of those years, her students have competed in the Baton Rouge Gallery and won 1st and 2nd Place several times. Lauren has served as the Scenic Charge Artist at ZHS since 2019.

Selena Morgan is the Costume Head for Zachary High School, Zachary Middle School, and Zachary Elementary School. She started sewing as a new mother, who wanted to make her child something, and fell in love with sewing. She has costumed over a dozen shows in the last 3 years with the school District. Selena has a Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy from Western Illinois University and also runs a music studio out of her home. In her free time, she enjoys singing and doing music with kids at her church and bible study, coaching upwards cheerleading, hiking, and reading. Her favorite part of costuming is being able to take something and figure out a way to change it into something else. She would like to thank her parents for always encouraging her to be creative and think outside the box and for buying her her first sewing machine. She would also like to thank her husband and children for understanding that sometimes mommy works weird hours.

Marquis McQuirter is a Biology Environmental Science and Research Major at Baton Rouge Community College. He also works as a sediment analysis with the Louisiana Freshwater Sponge Project. Upon the completion of his Associates of Science degree, Marquis plans to attend Southern University and continue his biological education. When Marquis is not in the science lab, he can often be found designing and styling clothes. He proudly owns his own clothing business called "Quise's Qloset", where you an take a look at the many items in his closet.

Brionna White is an 11th grader with a 4.5 GPA and has been a member of the ZHS Technical Theatre Program for the past three years. She serves as Historian for the ZHS Student Government Association and is also a member of Beta Club, the Student Advisory Board, and the ZHS Talented Theatre Department. Brionna plans to become a mechanical engineer and would like to thank her parents for supporting her in everything she does.

Ava Carter is an 11th grader with a 4.3 GPA and a member of the ZHS Mock Trial team and Beta Club. She has previously performed in The Stinky Cheeseman, The Tempest, and Newsies Jr. and serves as the Talented Theatre point clerk. Ava plans to pursue a degree in theatre and English. She would like to thank her mom and most admires Dave Malloy for being an incredible composer, singer, and writer.

Adrian Moon is a 12th grader who has previously teched Clue, How I Became a Pirate, and The Play That Goes Wrong as the sound board operator. He plans to attend LSU to major in business with a minor in theatre and eventually start his own company.

Eli Carter is an 11th grader and this is his first year in the ZHS Theatre Department. He is a member of the ZHS Dungeons and Dragons Club and previously worked on The Play That Goes Wrong at ZHS. Eli plans to learn how to code and would like to thank his family for their support.

Reese Greenhouse is a 10th grader with a 3.8 GPA and a member of the ZHS Book Club and Theatre Department. She previously worked on Zachary High’s production of **The Stinky Cheeseman**. Reese plans to study law after high school and would like to thank her friends and family for their support. She most admires her dad.

Bonnie Brees is a 9th grader and a member of the ZHS Beta Club. She previously performed in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Bonnie plans to successfully make caramel without burning it and would like to thank her mom for all of her support. She most admires her sister, Jerrolyn.

Daniel Behr is a 12th grader with a 4.0 GPA and a member of the ZHS Choir Department. He has previously performed in The Wizard of Oz, Radium Girls, and Shakespeare in Love, and earned spots in the LMEA District IV Honor Choir two years in a row as well as the ACDA All-State Honor Choir in 2025. Daniel plans to become a chemical engineer and would like to thank his mom for always reminding him of everything. He most admires his father for being an excellent provider.

Joshua Hughes is an 11th grader and has been a member of the ZHS Theatre Department for the past three years. He enjoys all aspects of theatre, including tech, workshops, and acting. Previous credits include fly rail operator for Into the Woods, mic operator for Clue, and sound board operator for Matilda. Joshua is also a writer and placed 21st out of over 900 entries in the National YoungArts Playwright Competition. He plans to graduate high school, move to New Jersey, and pursue a career in New York as a journalist, writer, and producer. He is grateful for his supportive family, partner, and friends.

Savannah Broussard is a 9th grader and a member of HOSA, the ZHS Technical Theatre Program, and the Acadian Explorers program. She previously worked on The Play That Goes Wrong and has earned spots in National Honor Choir and District Honor Choir twice. Savannah plans to become a paramedic and would like to thank Ava for introducing her to tech. She most admires her mom.

Maci Kilpatrick is a 10th grader with a 4.5 GPA and a proud member of the ZHS Choir and Theatre Departments. Previous credits include Clue: The High School Edition and Into the Woods. Maci plans to graduate high school and attend college, and would like to thank her family—especially her grandmother, whom she most admires.

Katie Capello is a 10th grader with a 4.6 GPA and a member of ZHS Sophomore Student Council, Beta Club, and Key Club. She previously performed in Into the Woods at ZHS. Katie plans to attend college to become an anesthesiologist and would like to thank her family and friends for supporting her through everything. She especially admires her mom, the strongest and kindest woman she knows.

Annalise Collins is an 11th grader and in her second year with the ZHS Technical Theatre Department. She is a member of the ZHS Quiz Bowl team and Beta Club and has previously teched Clue and The Play That Goes Wrong. Annalise plans to attend college to study medicine and become a surgeon. She would like to thank her mom for always encouraging her and most admires her.

Remington Steinberger is a 10th grader and a member of the ZHS Choir and Theatre Departments. Previous roles include Robert in The Play That Goes Wrong, The Wolf in Into the Woods, and King Triton in The Little Mermaid Jr. He has earned a spot in the LMEA District IV Honor Choir for the past five consecutive years. Remington plans to attend LSU after high school and most admires Dane Buccere.

Matthew Scott is an 11th grader and is excited to be working as a stagehand for this production.

Debianna Maldonado is an 11th grader and a member of the ZHS Choir Department, ZHS Gospel Choir, Theatre NP, and her church’s youth group. She plans to become an author of fiction and create her own music while continuing to sing. Debianna would like to thank Jesus, her mom, her friends, and her teachers for their love and support. She most admires the people in her life who have always encouraged and supported her, including her mom, siblings, and best friends.

Malayah Fambro is a 9th grader and a current member of the ZHS Track and Field Team. She plans to attend college and study to become a doctor. Malayah would like to thank her friends and family for their support and most admires her mom.

Taniah Coleman is a 9th grader whose extracurricular activities include tumbling and being an active member of her church. She has previously performed in the ZHS Choir Winter and Fall Concerts and received the Commendable Academic Achievement Award. Taniah plans to become a nurse and would like to thank her mom and family for their continued support. She most admires her mom.

Da’Laycia Cotton is a 9th-grade student and is excited to be working on her first musical production. She is a member of the ZHS Media Team and maintains a 4.0 GPA. After high school, Da’Laycia plans to pursue a career as a film director or producer. She would like to thank her parents and God, whom she most admires for all the wonderful things He has done for her.

Taylor Haynes is an 11th grader with a 4.6 GPA and has been a member of the ZHS Theatre Department for the past three years. She is also a member of the ZHS Beta Club and has previously served as house manager for The Play That Goes Wrong, Little Women, and Clue. Taylor plans to become a professor and author and would like to thank her friends Des, Journi, and Sanai for their support. She most admires her mom.