ADDITIONAL CAST/CREW BIOGRAPHIES
Emily Becker (Stage Crew) This is Emily's 3rd show. She is so excited for you to see the show and hopes you enjoy the show.
Kya Besaw (Ensemble) Kya is thrilled to be in her first show! Aside from singing, she enjoys playing the oboe, playing soccer, and hanging out with her friends. She wants to thank her family and friends for supporting the show. She also wants to thank anyone in the audience who came to support the theatre program. Enjoy the show!
Natalie Booth (Ensemble) This is Natalie's first show with DSHA, and she's thrilled to be part of this production. Natalie has always loved theatre and hopes to continue being involved in these shows in the future
Jessica Bradach (Ensemble) Jessica is so excited to be in this year's production of Hadestown. Last year she was in the DSHA Production of The Lightning Thief as Medusa. Outside of theatre, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family. She hopes you enjoy the show.
Leeli Brinks (Featured Soloist & Ensemble) Leeli is so excited to be a Foreman in this year’s production of Hadestown! Some of her favorite past roles have been Madame de la Grande Bouche in Beauty and the Beast Jr. and a member of the ensemble in The Lightning Thief Leeli would like to thank her best friend Ellie for always supporting her. She hopes that everyone enjoys the show!
Rheagan Crowley (Ensemble) Hi! Rheagan loves Hamilton, baking, and acting. Enjoy the Show!
Naeli Delgado (Stage Crew) This is Naeli’s second time joining crew—it's so fun and interesting. She really loves being on crew and it is so fulfilling seeing it all done. She hopes you enjoy the show.
Vivienne DeLonge (Ensemble) Vivienne DeLonge is a freshman, and is thrilled to be Living it Up on Top in her first DSHA production! Previous roles have been ensemble in Matilda, Jr., Cinderella's Mother in Into The Woods, Jr., and a Sardine in The SpongeBob Musical. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Elise Drosen (Ensemble) Elise Drosen is thrilled to be part of DSHA’s Hadestown: Teen Edition! She can’t wait to be part of the amazing ensemble as a worker. This is Elise’s second musical at DSHA and her third overall. She wants to thank her family for always believing in her and supporting her music career, and her friends for always coming to see her shows. We hope you enjoy Hadestown!
Alaina Druliner (Ensemble) This is Alaina's 2nd musical. She loved preparing for this musical and meeting new people. She can't wait to see what future shows she will perform in.
Abigail Egbede (Featured Soloist & Ensemble) Abby is a sophomore at DSHA and she is very excited to be in this production, this is her second production in the cast and her third production altogether at DSHA. She's had such an amazing time participating in this musical. Although it was very difficult and a little stressful, it was worth it. It helped her grow in so many ways, it was fun to do, and just a great way to bond with others! She hopes you enjoy the show!
Emma Esser (Ensemble) Emma is so excited to be in her second show at DSHA! You may have previously seen her in the ensemble of The Lighting Thief. She would like to thank the cast and crew for all the hard work they have put into this production. Enjoy the show!
Claire Fee (Ensemble) Claire has been in many productions over the course of her middle school and freshman year. She was in Elf the Musical this summer and is excited to be in another DSHA production. In her middle school, she was in shows such as Annie Jr., Seussical Jr., and Sound of Music Youth Edition.
Harper Fortmann (Ensemble) Harper is excited to be in her first main stage production, and third overall show at DSHA. You may have seen her in the summer shows as Professor Maurice in Descendants and in SpongeBob. She would like to thank her family for always supporting her and Mr. Z and the team for these wonderful opportunities.
Kate Hammes (Ensemble) Kate loves theater! She attended camp at First Stage last summer and was in the Crew for DSHA's Lightning Thief and The Play that Goes Wrong She is grateful for the opportunities to participate in the productions at DSHA.
Samantha Hathaway (Ensemble) Samantha hopes you enjoy the show and appreciate all the hard work the cast and crew has done!
Judy Hernandez (Stage Crew) Hi everyone! This is Judy’s 3rd show at DSHA. She had so much fun building the turntable and hopes you enjoy the show!
Sophia Koczela (Ensemble) Sophia is so excited to be part of Hadestown! This is her first musical ever and she couldn’t be happier. In her free time, Sophia enjoys writing, drawing, reading, and listening to music. She hopes everyone enjoys the show!
Amy Kohlmetz (Stage Crew) Amy is proud to be part of the crew for Hadestown. This is her fourth show and is grateful for the opportunity to support this production and help bring the story to life behind the scenes.
Anokhee Lala (Stage Crew) Hi! Anokhee is so excited for you to see the show! She is part of the crew, and it’s been such an amazing experience working behind the scenes. She has met some of the best people and learned so much. She hopes the show brings you as much joy as we’ve had putting it together!
Stefan Mastrolia (Ensemble) Stefan is thrilled to be a part of his first DSHA production! His previous roles include: The Baker in Into the Woods Jr., Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid Jr., and Augustus Gloop in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Jr.. He would like to thank his family for all their support!
Sophia Monson (Featured Soloist & Ensemble) Sophia is so excited to perform in this production of Hadestown as her sixth show at DSHA! Sophia is a sophomore and loves participating in theatre and other musical activities and classes at DSHA. Outside of school, Sophia loves to read, listen to music and spend time with her two cats, Mochi and Bok Choy. Hope you enjoy the show!!
Delia Mooney (Ensemble) Delia is thrilled to be in her second show at DSHA! You may have seen her as Charlotte Dennon in CTW’s Elf the Musical over the summer or as Dorothy Gale in St Monica’s The Wizard of Oz. Hadestown is one of her personal favorites and she can’t wait to sing it again with all of you! Enjoy the show!
Tyler Morgan (Ensemble) Tyler is a sophomore at Marquette University High School. This is his fourth show here at DSHA.
Gianna Nevsimal (Ensemble) Gianna Nevsimal is happy to perform in Hadestown: Teen Edition for DSHA! Gianna’s recent work includes performing with Pink Umbrella Theatre Company and acting in the ensemble for DSHA’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Gianna has modeled for GiGi’s playhouse runway fashion show the last two years. When she’s not acting, Gianna loves spending time with her friends!
Natalie Nolan (Ensemble) Natalie is so excited to be in her second musical at DSHA! Enjoy the show everyone!
Morgan Pace (Ensemble) Morgan is super excited to be taking part in her second show this year! She first started theatre last year and it was a super fun experience for her! As the Laires have told her, it only goes up from here!
Mason Quinette (Featured Soloist & Ensemble) Mason is thrilled to be performing in Hadestown with his fellow cast mates! He previously performed as Chadwick in Elf The Musical, and Old Man Jenkins in The SpongeBob Musical. Mason would like to thank his friends and family for this experience!
Ellie Sosnay (Stage crew) Hey! This is Ellie's second show doing crew, she was lightboard operator in The Lightning Thief. She really enjoyed building the set and meeting new people from other grades. Ellie will continue to do crew because it is such a positive place where everyone helps out and are all supportive. She really hopes you enjoy the show!
Kate Voss (Ensemble) Hello! Kate is a sophomore and is so excited for Hadestown! This is her first year of theatre and she couldn't have done it without her friends! This experience is already amazing, and she can't wait for some more amazing memories! During her free time she loves to listen to music and crochet!
Sanaa Wheeler (Stage Crew) Third time's the charm! Thanks for coming to see our show! Enjoy the show!
Laura Wichgers (Crew member) Welcome! This is Laura's fourth production with the DSHA crew. Previously, she worked as a stagehand on The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical and Elf the Musical. Most recently, she served as the stage left assistant stage manager for The Play That Goes Wrong. She is thrilled for you to see this show—enjoy!