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FORT BEND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Production of Beauty and The Beast Special Thanks Thank you to the team of FBCA faculty, staff, parents and volunteers who put their time and talent into the production. Thank you to the students who worked tirelessly and volunteered countless hours on set, prop and costume construction. Thank you to the volunteer parents who helped with meals and intermission. Brittney Byrd Casey Choi Ceci Corredor Dian Matta Eric Choi HEB Holly Kotch Howard Young Hudson Harris Juan Carlos Garcia Jr. Kim Rice Margie Meyer Mari Sandvick Michelle Walker Morris Williamson Robert Sanders Sarah Fiore Simon Harper Tolu Asade Wes Pogue
Directors’ Note Beauty and the Beast is a play about transformation. Fort Bend Christian Academy is about transformation as well-- we believe in the power of Christ to renew hearts and minds. As 2 Corinthians 3:18 says, “And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into His image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.” We started with a blank stage in Stafford Civic Center, a cast of over 50 students, months of rehearsal and a vision of how we could bring this story to life. Together, we have experienced the wonder of transformation as we worked to bring this “tale as old as time” to the stage. That transformation doesn’t happen magically-- thank you for your support of Fort Bend Christian Academy. We are very grateful. We hope that you, too, are transformed by what you see, to dream a little harder, believe a little more and to recognize the beauty that is found within yourself and others. Thank you for joining us and for supporting live theatre! Certain as the Sun Rising in the East Tale as Old as Time Song as Old as Rhyme Beauty and the Beast Lana Thompson Gabrielle Gripon Andrew Webb
Scenes & Musical Numbers Act 1 Overture ..............................................................................................Orchestra Prologue ..............................................................................................Orchestra Scene 1: The Town Belle ............................................................................................................Belle Belle Playoff ........................................................................................Orchestra Maurice’s Entrance ..............................................................................Orchestra No Matter What ....................................................................Maurice and Belle Scene 2: The Forest No Matter What Reprise ........................................................................Maurice Wolf Chase #1........................................................................................Maurice Scene 3: The Castle Interior Maurice and the Beast ........................................................................Orchestra Scene 4: Exterior Of Belle’s Cottage Gaston’s Crossover ..............................................................................Orchestra Belle Reprise ..............................................................................................Belle Scene 5: Then I’ll Find Him Myself I’ll Find Him Myself............................................................................Orchestra Belle in the Castle................................................................................Orchestra Is This Home? ............................................................................................Belle Is This Home?-Tag..............................................................................Mrs. Potts Scene 6: The Tavern Gaston............................................Lefou, Gaston, Silly Girls, Tavern Villagers Gaston Reprise........................................................................Gaston and Lefou Scene 7: Fireplace How Long Must This Go On ..............................................................The Beast Be Our Guest ..........................................Lumière, Chip, Mrs. Potts, Ensemble Belle in the West Wing ........................................................................Orchestra If I Can’t Love Her..............................................................................The Beast
Act ll Entr’acte ..............................................................................................Orchestra Scene 1:The Forest Wolf Chase #2......................................................................................Orchestra Scene 2: The Fireplace and Castle Interior Something There ....................................Belle, The Beast, Lumière, Mrs. Potts Cogsworth Human Again.......................................................................................Ensemble Scene 3: The Tavern Maison Des Lunes ......................................Gaston, Lefou, Monsieur D’Arque Scene 4: The Beast’s Lair and West Wing Before Beauty and the Beast ..............................................................Orchestra Beauty and the Beast ..........................................................................Mrs. Potts Beast Lets Belle Go ............................................................................Orchestra If I Can’t Love Her..............................................................................The Beast Scene 5: Exterior Belle’s House A Change In Me..........................................................................................Belle Show Me the Beast ..............................................................................Orchestra The Mob Scene ......................................................................Gaston, Ensemble Scene 6: Castle Interior The Battle ............................................................................................Orchestra Fight on the Tower ..............................................................................Orchestra Is This Home Reprise ................................................................................Belle Transformation........................................................The Beast, Belle, Ensemble Bows ....................................................................................................Orchestra Exit Music............................................................................................Orchestra
Cast Narrator Brandon Wood Young Prince/The Beast Damisi Akinpelu Enchantress Aubrey Blom Belle Elizabeth Walker Maurice Asher Ajim Townspeople Gabrielle Adedugbe, Anayah Akita, Elizabeth Bernstein, Aubrey Blom, Alyssa Borazjanian, Eric Choi, Payton Dailey, Christabel Eke, Grace Fiore, Grant Haralson, Hibba Khalifa, Lauren Kinningham, Faith Kukoyi, Eva Kurian, Brianna Lemon, Olivia Leinen, Devyn Montanye, Mia McCraken, Eric Mendoza, Tiffany Morrow, Jade Nesbitt, Jordan Obi, Megan Ogden, Caden Peschel, Sophia Polasek, Abigail Preng, Ashlyn Rivers, Ashlyn Schievelbein, Sophia Somarriba, Bethany Velasquez, Addison Ward, Clover Williams, Elissa Wrenn Silly Girls Gaston Lefou Monsieur D’Arque
Gwyneth Pardede, Madelyn Pozzi, McKinley Wood Aidan McDonald Alex Matta Caden Peschel
The Tavern Patrons & Staff Anayah Akita, Elizabeth Bernstein, Aubrey Blom, Alyssa Borazjanian, Eric Choi, Payton Dailey, Christabel Eke,Grace Fiore, Grant Haralson, Hibba Khalifa, Eva Kurian, Devyn Montanye, Mia McCraken, Eric Mendoza, Jade Nesbitt, Megan Ogden, Caden Peschel, Abigail Preng, Bethany Velasquez, Clover Williams
The Forest The Wolves
Faith Kukoyi, Tiffany Morrow, Addison Ward, Elissa Wrenn
The Castle Cogsworth Lumière Babette Mrs. Potts Chip Madame de la Grande Bouche
Brandon Wood Isaiah Dailey Ariana Garcia Addy McMillen Holden Hagelberger Naviah Dixon
Servants Gabrielle Adedugbe, Anayah Akita, Elizabeth Bernstein, Aubrey Blom, Alyssa Borazjanian, Eric Choi, Payton Dailey, Christabel Eke, Grace Fiore, Hibba Khalifa, Lauren Kinningham, Faith Kukoyi, Eva Kurian, Brianna Lemon,Olivia Leinen, Devyn Montanye, Mia McCraken, Eric Mendoza, Tiffany Morrow, Jade Nesbitt, Jordan Obi, Megan Ogden, Gwyneth Pardede, Madelyn Pozzi, Caden Peschel, Sophia Polasek, Abigail Preng, Ashlyn Rivers, Ashlyn Schievelbein, Sophia Somarriba, Bethany Velasquez, Addison Ward, Clover Williams, McKinley Wood, Elissa Wrenn
Meet the Cast Abigail Preng (Ensemble) is a sophomore at Fort Bend Christian Academy. This is her first musical that she has been in and is very excited to be a part of it! In her spare time, Abigail enjoys playing with her brothers and spending time with her friends. She plays soccer and golf for her school. She is very thankful for all of her friends and family, and she would like to thank her parents for being her number one supporters. Addison Ward (Ensemble/Wolf) loves acting and playing with her friends. In her spare time, she likes painting and playing with her little brother. Addison has been in some of the school plays such as Peter Pan Jr., The Wizard of Oz, The Little Town of Christmas, and now Beauty and the Beast. She is very excited to be in the musical this year with her friends. She is very thankful to her friends and family. Addy McMillen (Mrs. Potts), a 16-year-old sophomore, is a theatre veteran who has been in 24 productions at her local theatre. She is excited to work with Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Gripon, and Mr. Webb on this classic musical, singing Mrs. Potts' iconic song. Favorite roles: Cat in the Hat (Seussical); Ensemble (Matilda); Earthworm (James and the Giant Peach); Iago (Aladdin). She has traveled to seven Junior Theatre Festivals with her local theatre, where they won the highest award, Outstanding Production, three times, and most recently were honored to introduce Matilda Jr. to the 7,000-member audience. Addy is also on FBCA's soccer team. 1 Peter 5:7 Aedin Waldorf (Tech Crew) is a senior who has been on stage since she could talk, but loves stepping backstage to help out and has done everything from lights to building tree stumps for the musicals. She has been part of FBCA’s Production Class for two years now and has brought home accolades for her performances each year. Aedin plans to major in Theatre next year (where is unknown) and would love it if you brought her some snacks to munch on backstage.
Meet the Cast Aiden McDonald (Gaston) What’s up fans and lovers of Beauty and the Beast? This is Aidan's first musical since 5th grade, but many people, who prefer to remain anonymous, call him the reincarnation of Casanova, so he thought it’d come easy to him. After high school, he's undecided on his career plans, but he does know he has a haircut the day after the last showing cause who knew hair products cost so much? Shoutout to his Nana for all the countless milliseconds, she went through lines with him until he gave up. So sit back, relax, and root for Gaston! Alex Matta (LeFou) is thrilled to be back on stage with his crazy-talented castmates, and blessed to be a part of FBCA’s amazing Performing Arts program! Alex has been performing onstage since grade 2. Since then, he has performed in eight productions between school and the award-winning local community theatre, Inspiration Stage. Favorite credits include Into the Woods (Jack), Annie (Rooster), and GTK The Sound of Music (Friedrich). Alex would like to thank Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Gripon, and all of his castmates for their unending support and their uplifting confidence in him. Corinthians 10:31 Alyssa Borazjanian (Ensemble) is a senior at Fort Bend Christian Academy and has been in theatre for the past six years. She's in NHS, NTHS, and in the NASLHS. This is her second musical at FBCA, and she's very excited. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, drawing, and practicing her sign language.
Anayah Akita (Ensemble) is a junior at FBCA. Anayah likes to watch and play sports, hang out with friends, and travel around the world. She also loves spending time with her family. In her spare time, she sings in her church praise team, hangs out with friends, or watches Netflix. This is Anayah's first musical at FBCA, and she is very excited to be a part of this cast and experience. She is thankful to God for everything He has done in her life. She is also very thankful for her family and friends that always support her in everything she does.
Meet the Cast Angela Pearson (Tech Crew) is a first-timer working crew for an FBCA production. When she lived in Canada, she participated in multiple Christmas productions, and her school’s Sherlock Holmes play. Angela has been at FBCA since her junior year. She is currently a senior and plans to attend the college of her choice this upcoming fall (that is if she is ever able to make a decision on where to go). Angela is thankful for all of her friends in theatre who encouraged her to participate in the show instead of sitting alone in the audience. Ariana Garcia (Babette) is a senior at Fort Bend Christian Academy. She's been at FBCA since 4th grade and has been in theater since 5th grade. Currently, she is in the Theatre Production Class and has participated in several shows over the years and most recently wrote and directed her show, Group Therapy. Even though it is her first year doing the musical, she is super excited to be in Beauty and the Beast!
Arielle Warren (Tech Crew) is debuting in her fourth musical production. She participated as an Ozian and a Jitterbug in The Wizard of Oz, and Snow White in Into the Woods. She is a senior and helps out as a sports medicine trainer. She is a lifer at FBCA and plans on attending the University of Texas at Austin in the fall. Arielle is grateful for her family and friends for encouraging her to be a part of this musical. Asher Ajim (Maurice) is a senior and is thrilled to be a part of his final spring musical at Fort Bend. It is sad, but he has enjoyed every single second of it! During his time at Fort Bend Christian Academy, Asher acted in The Wizard of Oz. He is a two-time district champion, All-Star Cast, and Honorable Mention Cast award winner. Asher would like to first and foremost thank God for giving him this ability to act on stage. Secondly, he would like to thank Mrs. Thompson— for being his second mom, feeding him when he needs her to, and being the world's best director. Thirdly, Asher would also like to thank the musical cast: they are some of the most talented individuals he knows. And lastly, a special shout out to his H Theatre Production class: thank you for helping him become the actor he is today and showing him love and support when he needed it most.
Meet the Cast Ashlyn Dailey (Tech Crew) is excited to be a part of this year's middle school production. She previously was in Peter Pan Jr. at FBCA as Boots, and was the Student Director for Seussical Jr. She would like to thank the directors for trusting her with this job, her parents for encouraging her, and her siblings who she gets to be with in this production.
Ashlyn Rivers (Ensemble), a 7th grader, has been at Fort Bend Christian for eight years. This is her second musical. Last year she was in The Wizard of Oz. She had been dancing for 10 years up until last year. Ashlyn does school and competitive cheer. She is the first out of all her siblings to be in a musical. In her free time, Ashlyn likes to hang out with friends, play with her dogs, and ride her bike to a nearby park. She would like to thank Mrs. Gripon for convincing her to try out. She would also like to thank Mrs. Thompson for helping her out and making her second musical so much fun. The musical has taught her that she can do more than she ever thought she was capable of doing. Ashlyn Schievelbein (Ensemble) is a seventh grade, FBCA cheerleader who loves to act, dance and sing. She has been in The Wizard of Oz, The Little Town of Christmas and now Beauty and the Beast! In her free time, Ashlyn likes to hang out with her friends, and play with her dog, Piper. She would like to thank her drama teacher, Mrs. Gripon, and her choir teacher, Mr. Webb, for convincing her to try out for this musical. She would also like to thank Mrs. Thompson for making this experience so much fun. This musical has given her the opportunity to make new friends and share her creative side. Aubrey Blom (Enchantress/Ensemble) is excited to be part of Beauty and the Beast this year, as it is her final school play as a senior. She has participated in other school plays such as Annie, Cinderella, and The Wizard of Oz. Aubrey is very excited to play the Enchantress and be part of the ensemble. She would like to thank her family, friends, and, most importantly, God.
Meet the Cast Bethany Velasquez (Ensemble) is a Senior and is excited to end her school years with Beauty and the Beast! She has been in The Wizard of Oz, Annie, and School House Rock Jr. Bethany wants to thank her friends and family for always supporting her and especially Aubrey, Megan, and Eric, for completing her whisk. She also wants to thank Elizabeth for being her Barbara Manatee to her Larry. Brandon Wood (Cogsworth) has been in theatre and acting his entire life. Starting from small youth plays, he moved to films and commercials. He has a strong passion for all the arts and is planning on continuing this passion through college. He had just written and directed his first play at the school, “Rewind High School”, which was one of the best experiences he’s ever had in the theatre program so far. He wants to continue directing and writing for a career after college is over. He will be continuing his education at Texas State in the Film and Directing program. He wants to thank his mom, dad, and all his friends for believing in him and making him into the person he is today. He wouldn't have been able to do any of this without them. Brianna Lemon (Ensemble) is in 7th grade and is making her second appearance in the FBCA spring theatre performance. She participated in The Wizard of Oz and continues to dance, sing, attend Hip-hop classes, is in the choir, and is part of the FBCA cheer team. Her parents are very proud of her accomplishments and are happy that she continues to find a stage to express her creative talents!
Brooke Thompson (Tech Crew) is an 8th grader, and this will be her fourth musical to be in and work crew in at FBCA. She’d like to thank her friends for doing Tech with her and making this a fun experience and her mom for being the best mom in the whole wide world and universe. (Possibly added by her mom.)
Meet the Cast Caden Peschel (D'Arque and Ensemble) enjoys acting and singing. In his spare time, he likes playing his guitar, leading worship, and listening to old-time rock and roll. He was in the school play Montana Jones and the Gymnasium of Doom and now Beauty and the Beast. He would like to thank his family for believing in him always!
Christabel Eke (Ensemble) This is Christabel's first year at Fort Bend Christian Academy. Christabel has been in four musicals Annie, The Little Mermaid, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Little Shop of Horrors, where she played her first major role, Audrey 2 (The Plant). Christabel has been doing karate for eight years and is a 1st-degree brown belt. Christabel is very thankful for her family for bringing her to FBCA, along with her two brothers. She is also thankful for Mrs. Thompson, Mr. Webb, and Mrs. Gripon, for putting this whole show together, because, without them, none of this would have been possible. Clover Williams (Ensemble) loves acting, singing, and the joy of being on stage. Through the years, she has had such roles as Annie and Glinda the Good Witch at Broadway Bound, and ensemble cast in Seussical Jr. as well as the green fairy "Fauna" in productions at Inspiration Stage. Clover was in Montana Jones and The Gymnasium of Doom at Fort Bend Christian Academy. She would like to thank her Mom, Dad, and family for all of their support and love. She wants to thank the directors, cast, and crew for making Beauty and the Beast such an amazing experience. Damisi Akinpelu (Prince/Beast) is a senior and simply cannot believe that this will be his final spring musical at Fort Bend. It is sad, but he has enjoyed every single second of it! Previously at FBCA, Damisi has acted in Into the Woods and The Wizard of Oz, and he is a two-time district champion and Honorable Mention Cast award winner. He would like to first and foremost thank Mrs. Thompson—thanks for being my second mom and the world's best director. Damisi would also like to thank the musical cast: they are some of the most talented individuals he knows. And lastly, a special shout out to his H Theatre Production class: "thank you for all the laughs and for including me even when I couldn't always be with you all. You guys have become family, and I will miss each and every one of you."
Meet the Cast Devyn Montanye (Ensemble) has never been fully or somewhat involved in any kind of theatrical performance, but he's always enjoyed seeing the performance's put on by FBCA's cast and has always wondered if the road to the performance itself held enjoyment. This is Devyn's first time to perform. His hobbies include computer programming and multidimensional art, more specifically Sculpture as of recent date. He's extremely passionate about said hobbies and always strives to better hone his skill in those areas. He's had doubts about joining the performance and even the hobbies he holds so much passion, but he can always look back to his family and friends for inspiration when times get tough and cannot thank them enough. Elissa Wrenn (Ensemble/Wolf) is performing in her third school musical. Previously, she had the honor to take part in productions of The Wizard of Oz and Oliver. She has also performed with the A.D. Players Academy of Houston, including Robin Hood as Maid Marian and a production of Goosebumps. Elissa is also involved in the drama ministry at her church. A former competitive Scottish Highland dancer, she's turned her high energy over to cheerleading as a member of the FBCA Middle School cheer squad. When not involved in a musical or cheering, you can find Elissa buried in a book, usually rereading her favorite, The Hunger Games. Elizabeth Bernstein (Ensemble) is very excited to be doing her second musical at Fort Bend. She was in theatre for three years and participated in The Wizard of Oz last year. Elizabeth has learned how fun it is to be on stage and was excited to make new friends this year. She is also on the varsity swim team. She wants to thank Jade for being her rehearsal buddy and such a great best friend!
Elizabeth Mason (Ensemble) started school at FBCA in pre-k and is now in the 7th grade. She has been dancing for 11 years and is part of the Junior Performing Company at Ann Sill Dance Studio. Elizabeth has performed in numerous dance shows, but this is her first school play. When she is not studying or dancing, Elizabeth enjoys art and spending time with her friends. Elizabeth is excited to be part of the cast of Beauty and the Beast and would like to thank her family and friends for encouraging her to get involved.
Meet the Cast Elizabeth Walker (Belle) is performing in her fifth musical with FBCA. Her previous shows include Cinderella Jr., Peter Pan Jr., Into the Woods, and The Wizard of Oz, along with her theatre class productions The Diviners, Group Therapy, and Rewind High School. She spends all her spare time singing, acting, and dancing, and hopes to major in Musical Theatre. Like Belle, Elizabeth loves reading and exploring. She also enjoys art, writing, listening to musicals with her friend Bethany, and tacos. Elizabeth wants to thank Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Grippon, and Mr. Webb for putting this amazing show together, as well as her family for enduring long rehearsals and constant singing. She really is a funny girl! Eric Choi (Ensemble) has been involved in Into the Woods through set building, but Beauty and the Beast is the first musical he has been on stage. Eric was involved as a substitute actor for Fort Bend Christian Academy's student-directed plays Group Therapy by Ariana Garcia and stage crew for Brandon Wood's Rewind High. He is in Sculpture and spends most of his free time working on improving and creating art pieces. He would like to thank all of his friends and family for supporting and encouraging him as he explored new interests. Eric Mendoza (Ensemble) is a 7th grader who enjoys sports, especially soccer (he plays for FBCA), as well as theatre. He has been in many shows, such as Peter Pan Jr. as an Indian/Pirate, and recently in My Son Pinocchio Jr. When he grows up, he wants to be a milkman.
Eva Kurian (Ensemble) is in the 9th grade and has been attending Fort Bend Christian Academy since the 5th grade. She loves to play tennis and act and sing. Eva plays the piano and takes vocal lessons. She was in Montana Jones and the Gymnasium of Doom, Santa's Wonderland, and now Beauty and the Beast. She would love to thank Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Gripon, and Mr. Webb, for giving her an opportunity to be in the musical. She would love to thank her family for taking time off to fit her rehearsals in their schedules. Eva would love to thank her friends for supporting her and coming to see her perform. She wants to thank God for giving her this opportunity to perform with her friends and glorify Him through her performance.
Meet the Cast Faith Avila (Tech Crew) is debuting in her third musical production. She has participated in Tech during the last two years' productions of Into the Woods and The Wizard of Oz. She is a senior and does swim and sports medicine. Faith is thankful for her family and friends for encouraging her to be a part of this.
Faith Kukoyi (Ensemble/Wolf) is 13 years old and is in the 7th grade. She is so excited to be in this performance, and it will be her second musical at FBCA. She was in The Wizard of Oz last year and Hairspray at her former school. She loves music, sings, acts, playing the piano, and playing volleyball. She has sung since she was two years old, and played piano since she was seven years old, winning medals and awards in both areas in competitions. She has three siblings who she loves so much. She gives many thanks to Mr. Webb, Mrs.Thompson, and Mrs. Gripon for giving her the opportunity to be in this musical along with the time they spent helping all of us. Gabrielle Adedugbe (Ensemble) loves singing, acting, and spending quality time with her family and friends. She also enjoys doing experiments in science class and solving problems in math class. She has been onstage in Cinderella, Aladdin, Jungle Book and now Beauty and the Beast. In her spare time, she loves to play basketball, swim, and play computer games. She is very thankful for her sister and her parents' support in all she does.
Grace Fiore (Ensemble) has participated in many Fort Bend Musicals, including Cinderella, Peter Pan Jr., The Wizard of Oz, and Tech for many other plays. In her spare time, she loves to spend time horseback riding and doing activities with her friends.
Meet the Cast Gracie Peschel (Tech Crew) is excited to be a part of the Beauty and the Beast crew. This is Gracie's second time being in a musical at FBCA, but her first time being on Crew. In her spare time, Gracie loves to play volleyball and basketball. She would like to thank her mom for picking her up from rehearsals every day.
Grant Haralson (Ensemble) is a sophomore at FBCA. He has been here since 6th grade and has loved it ever since. He's played football every year since he started at the school, including lettering his freshman year. He'd like to thank God for where he is today. He has the best support system with his parents always being there for him and his amazing sister, who never fails to light up his day. He doesn't know where he would be without them or the support of teachers and friends. He is extremely thankful for FBCA and all of the opportunities it has brought and will bring him in the future. He hopes you enjoy the show!! Gwyneth Pardede (Silly Girl) is a 17-year-old in the 11th grade. She loves singing and is part of the upper school's Praise Band. This is her first-ever musical, and she is excited to be a part of such a talented group of people. She hopes to grow and learn from them, and possibly participate in next year's musical as well. She would like to thank Anayah Akita for pushing her to audition in the first place. She said, "without Anayah, I would not be in this play, and I would never understand the fun of being in a show." Lastly, she would like to thank her parents and especially her mom for picking her up at 5:00 after rehearsal without fail. Hibba Khalifa (Ensemble) is a sophomore at FBCA. Hibba's interests include art, especially painting and sketching, as well as acting in school musicals. Hibba is very excited about Beauty and the Beast and is proud of her hard work. Hibba’s previous musicals include Peter Pan and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. She also loves being at school with her friends and enjoys learning. Her favorite subjects are English, Art, and anything relating to Science. Hibba considers her biggest fans and supporters her parents. She owes all her success and progress to God and is very grateful for how far he has brought her along.
Meet the Cast Holden Hagelberger (Chip) discovered his love for Musical Theatre three years ago. Beauty and the Beast is Holden’s 24th stage performance, with most stage time logged locally at Sugar Land's award-winning community theatre, Inspiration Stage. He spent last summer in San Antonio, performing in the regional production of Matilda the Musical. Holden thanks God for the many gifts of this life, his parents for their love and support, and Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Gripon & Mr. Webb for this opportunity. Holden sends a "break a leg" to the cast and crew! Enjoy the show! Isabel Pitts (Tech Crew), known by her peers as Izzy, has been doing theatre at FBCA since 9th grade. Izzy played Baptistine in the 2018 show Les Miserables and Miss Gulch in the 2019 musical production of The Wizard of Oz. She is currently in the junior/senior Theatre Production class. Izzy did the sound for the district winning play The Diviners. She most recently played a role in senior Brandon Wood’s student-directed play Rewind High School. She has always loved theatre and wants to be a part of it any way she can. She thanks her mom for always supporting her and her production class for supporting her and making her junior year amazing. Isaiah Dailey (Lumière) is a senior at FBCA, and this will be his fourth and final musical performance at the school. He has performed previously as Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, Cinderella's Prince in Into the Woods, and John Darling in Peter Pan Jr. Isaiah is very thankful for the wonderful opportunity to perform in the musical each year and would like to thank his parents and teachers.
Jade Nesbitt (Ensemble) is currently a senior and has been attending FBCA since the 7th grade. She has been a part of the theatre program for four years and has loved every part of it. Jade was in the production Peter Pan Jr. during her freshman year and The Wizard of Oz during her junior year. She also is on the varsity soccer team. She wants to thank her friend, Elizabeth Bernstein, for being her rehearsal buddy.
Meet the Cast Jessica Crocker (Tech Crew) What's up, everyone! You might recognize Jess from her starring role as Kate, the orphan in Annie Jr., during her 6th-grade year. Yes, she truly did kill it when she said her only two lines in the entire performance. Since then, her thespian career has been thriving. Somehow she finessed her way into the production class, and little did she know that theatre would become her life. This year, she has been able to learn and love all different aspects of theatre, from crew to performing on stage. She is super excited to finally be a part of the musical and be on Crew with her buddy, Luke! She wants to say, "thank you to my production class for being my second family and for inspiring me each day! I also want to say thank you to Lana for being my second mom and for sitting next to me during plays even when you don't want to. Peace and blessings." Jordan Obi (Ensemble) has always dreamed big. He has a love for basketball and athletics. Jordan has a passion for music, and that is why he is doing the musical. He was in The Wizard of Oz last year, and he is excited to be a part of the musical again this year.
Kim Ramos (Tech Crew) is excited to be doing Tech for Beauty and the Beast. Kim has attended FBCA since 7th grade, and she has been in Mrs. Thompson's theatre class since 8th grade. She previously performed in The Audition and Peter Pan Jr. and helped with Tech last year for The Wizard of Oz. Kim enjoys playing with her dog Jake and participating in swimming, both in and outside of school. Kim would like to thank Madelyn Pozzi, her parents, and Celso Perez for being her biggest fans. Lauren Kinningham (Ensemble), a 7th grader, has been at FBCA for five years now and loves it. This is her second all-school musical and is very excited. Last year she was in The Wizard of Oz. She has one brother who is a junior and is trying to convince him to try out for the musical next year as a senior because he has never been in one before. She would like to thank Mrs. Thompson for making this musical possible and Mrs. Gripon for helping her in drama last semester. Lauren's out of school activities include competitive cheer and school cheer. She also loves to ride her bike on the weekends.
Meet the Cast Luke Dibble (Stage Manager) is a junior that is excited to be involved in this year's musical. Last year he was the Stage Manager and is happy to be backstage again this year. This will be Luke's sixth musical at FBCA. He has enjoyed the time spent backstage and on stage throughout the production of the musical. Luke would like to thank his parents for their support and his friends for all the laughs during the process of making the musical. Finally, he would like to thank his directors for producing a wonderful show. Madelyn Pozzi (Silly Girl) joins the cast of Beauty and the Beast as a Silly Girl. Madelyn began her journey to stardom when she started dancing at the young age of four. She has been in Mrs. Thompson's theatre class for three years and has previously performed in Peter Pan Jr. and The Wizard of Oz. Madelyn has been at FBCA for 11 long years. She is part of the school swim team. During the summer, Madelyn enjoys coaching younger swim athletes as well as hiking in Vermont. She would like to thank her parents and siblings for being her biggest fans and supporters. Megan Ogden (Ensemble) has been in many school plays in the past, including Annie Jr., Schoolhouse Rock, Into the Woods, and The Wizard of Oz. Last year she starred in her first major speaking role as Aunt Em. This year Megan is excited to be in the ensemble with her friends and make the most out of her senior year spring semester. She loves books, musicals like Les Mis and Hamilton, and singing in the shower, but most of all, she loves her friends.
Mia McCracken (Ensemble) is a freshman and has been attending FBCA since the 3rd grade. She had her first role when she was eight and played Teen Anna in Frozen. She continued to act in other musicals and plays such as The Jungle Book, High School Musical, Annie, Madagascar, and she did Frozen again and got the role of Kristoff. Last year, Mia got to act in the school play, Montana Jones and the Gymnasium of Doom. Mia enjoys swimming on the school swim team and taking ASL. Mia loves her friends and family and wants to thank them for their support. She also wants to thank Mrs. Gripon, Mrs. Thompson, and Mr. Webb for the hard work that they put into this production.
Meet the Cast Mickey Wood (Silly Girl) is excited to be in this year's production of Beauty and the Beast. This is Mickey’s first year at Fort Bend Christian Academy. She has been in other productions such as Grease as Sandy, Shrek the Musical as young Fiona and the Sugar Plum Fairy, A Christmas Carol at the Alley Theatre for two years as Tim, etc. She is hoping that her next three years with the theatre department will be a blast, and she would like to thank her parents for their support throughout her acting career. Naviah Dixon (Madame de la Grande Bouche) This is Naviah's first musical at FBCA, and she is so excited. She's been in several productions at Inspiration Stage, including Chicago: HSE! She’s going to NYU for Drama and is elated to be doing what she loves for the rest of her life. She would like to thank her Mother and Father for believing in her and allowing her to pursue her dreams. She would also like to thank Ms. Thompson for helping her through everything.
Olivia Leinen (Ensemble) loves to be in performances. She has participated in The Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, Junie B. Jones, Legally Blonde, and Seussical Jr. In her spare time, she enjoys singing and playing the piano. Olivia would like to thank her mom for always influencing her and encouraging her to shoot for the stars.
Payton Dailey (Ensemble) has had so much fun being in the Beauty and the Beast as an ensemble character. She is in Theatre 2 as a sophomore and has been in theatre since 7th grade. She wants to thank her family for making it possible, and Grace Fiore for making it even more fun.
Meet the Cast Sophia Polasek (Ensemble) loves singing, acting, and playing with her friends. She’s enjoyed being in musicals such as The Wizard of Oz, Seussical Jr., playing Ariel in The Little Mermaid, Jasmine in Aladdin, and is currently in Beauty and the Beast. In her spare time, she enjoys taking voice and piano lessons, playing soccer, drawing, and spending time with family and friends. She's very excited and grateful for support from her family and friends.
Sophia Somarriba (Ensemble) is very excited to participate in this year's program of Beauty and the Beast. In last year's performance of The Wizard of Oz, she played the role of Munchkin and Poppy. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends and watching movies with her family. Sophia wants to thank her parents and friends for encouraging her to join and supporting her throughout it.
Tiffany Morrow (Ensemble/Wolf) is a 7th grader who enjoys acting, horseback riding, cheerleading, gymnastics, and swimming. She has participated in the Mall Fashion show and acting class at Fort Bend Theatre. Her theatre experience includes Police Officer in Jack in the Frankenbeanstalk and The Narrator in Frozen. She has also been in The Wizard of Oz as a Munchkin and a Monkey. She thanks her Mom, Dad, and her siblings.
Upcoming Fine Art Events Middle School Musical Elf Jr. December 4 & 5, 2020 AP Photography and 3D Exhibition at Fort Bend Museum December 4, 2020 Fort Bend Museum Holiday Concert at Sugar Land Town Center December 10, 2020 South Campus Cafetorium Upper School Spring Musical April 9 & 10, 2021 Spring Music Concert May 20, 2021
Thank you for supporting the fine arts at Fort Bend Christian Academy.
Head of School: Joshua Gettys, M.Ed. Head of Upper School: Joel Hazard, Ed.S. Head of Middle School: Melisa Carroll, M.Ed. Head of Lower School: Margie Meyer, M.Ed.
Directors: Lana Thompson, Gabrielle Gripon, M.Ed. Musical Director: Andrew Webb