Upcoming Family shows!
TaikoProject
TaikoProject’s powerful drumming unites ancient Japanese tradition with 21st century American innovation to create a riot of movement and thundering rhythm. Founded in Los Angeles in 2000, it’s been called a tsunami of sound but this highly charged ensemble is so much more. This show will ignite all of your senses with a spellbinding mix of music, theater and precision.
Sunday, October 18, 2026 5:00PM
Bluey’s Big Play
This is Bluey’s Big Play, For Real Life. When Dad feels like a little bit of time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy Award- winning children’s television series, with an original story by Blueycreator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 6:30PM
Thursday, October 22, 2026 6:30PM
Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE!
Gobo, Red, Mokey, Wembley, and Boober Fraggle discover the legend of the Celebration Stone - an ancient Fraggle treasure that has the power to bring everyone together for the greatest party of all time, but was shattered and lost generations ago. As the Fraggles set off on an exhilarating, adventurous journey exploring exciting new caves within Fraggle Rock and even beyond, they discover magic that they never knew existed, and learn to work together to unite the lost pieces of the magical artifact.
Sunday, November 22, 2026 5:00PM
Jake Shimabukuro Holidays in Hawaii
Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ʻukulele virtuoso, composer, and genre-defying musician whose career has elevated the four-string instrument to global acclaim. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai’i, Jake began playing the ʻukulele at the age of four, taught by his mother. Now a solo international sensation, Jake has redefined the ʻukulele’s place in contemporary music. He is known as “the Jimi Hendrix of the ʻukulele.“
Sunday, November 29, 2026 5:00PM
Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat – Live on Stage!
The kids are bored.. again! What to do with YOUR Thing One and Thing Two?! Here’s an idea: Bring the whole family to the world’s #1 ‘The Cat in the Hat’ show for an experience they’ll never forget. The story has been around for over 50 years and kids still love it… just like you did!
Wednesday, January 27, 2027 6:30PM
Premier Partner: Central Valley Doctors Health System Sponsored by: Vintage Car Wash
MEET THE CAST
JULIENNE ABAD Ensemble Grade: 11
EMJ ABBOTT Young Elsa Grade: 8
GIOVANNI BENITEZ Ensemble Grade: 12
KAELYN BLASS Elsa Grade: 10
CHASE BORGES Ensemble Grade: 11
DAISY BRALEY Ensemble Grade: 7
TRENTON BROUILLETTE Hans Grade: 11
KATE BRYAN Ensemble Grade: 10
LOLA CHILDERS Ensemble, Understudy: Olaf Grade: 10
KINLEY CLAYTON Dance Ensemble Grade: 8
REAGAN CLOPTON Ensemble Grade: 8
WYATT CROUCH Ensemble Grade: 11
BOND Ensemble Grade: 10
CASAD Ensemble Grade: 6
Principal Dancer Grade: 9
GRACE DELA FUENTE Olaf Grade: 12
EVAN DRABERT Ensemble Grade: 8
ILIZABETH J DURAN-SORIANO Principal Dancer Grade: 12
BRI’ELLE EDMUNDS ALFONSO Ensemble, Understudy: Bulda Grade: 10
Principal Dancer Grade: 11
LAYLA
LEO
MARANDA DE SÁ CAMPOS
AVA ESCOBAR
VIVIAN ESCOBAR Ensemble Grade: 8
ENZO FLORES Weselton Grade: 10
ONYX GLESER Pabbie Grade: 12
Ensemble Grade: 11
Ensemble Grade: 7
LUNA GONZALES
SYDNEY HILDEBRAND Ensemble Grade: 8
ZEPHYR HOLLISTER
RHYLIE HOUTCHENS Dance Ensemble Grade: 10
MADI IBARRA Bulda, Understudy: Young Elsa Grade: 9
GISELLE JACQUEZ Principal Dancer Grade: 8
TRISTYN HOLLAND Ensemble Grade: 10
BARRETT JAMES Kristoff Grade: 12
CADHLA KESSLER Dance Ensemble Grade: 7
RYAN KNUDSON Dance Ensemble, Understudy: Weselton Grade: 11
JAYA LAL Queen Iduna, Principal Dancer Grade: 11
AVA LAWSON Young Anna Grade: 7
AUDREY LEANDRES Ensemble Grade: 12
CATALINA LINARES Ensemble Grade: 9
GABE LYBOLT Sven Grade: 10
JUSTIN MABILOG
King Agnarr, Understudy: Pabbie Grade: 12
BROOKLYN A. MARCALLINO Principal Dancer Grade: 6
MARUCA Ensemble Grade: 8
6
AISLEY
SKYLAR MARUCA Ensemble Grade:
KARA MEJIA Ensemble Grade: 10
ANDREW MELO Ensemble, Understudy: King Agnarr Grade: 12
VICTORIA MYERS Principal Dancer Grade: 9
KENNA MIDDLETON Dance Ensemble Grade: 10
RUSSELL MILLER Dance Ensemble, Understudy: Kristoff Grade: 9
NEHA NAHAL Ensemble Grade: 9
REAGAN NOBLE Ensemble, Understudy: Queen Iduna Grade: 11
MILAH NUNEZ Dance Ensemble Grade: 11
KAI PADDEN Bishop Grade: 11
DAVID VON PEREZ Ensemble Grade: 7
ELLA RAESE Principal Dancer Grade: 9
KANE REES Ensemble, Understudy: Bishop Grade: 10
MADELEINE OWENS Dance Ensemble Grade: 11
VAUGHN REES Ensemble Grade: 9
GIBSON RHINEHART Ensemble Grade: 7
MAKAYLA RICHEY Principal Dancer, Understudy: Elsa Grade: 10
LOU RUIZ Ensemble Grade: 9
ROBERTO SANCHEZ Ensemble Grade: 6
ADDIE SANTANA
Dance Ensemble Grade: 6
ZOEY JEAN
SCARBOROUGH
Dance Ensemble, Understudy: Anna Grade: 10
Ensemble
Understudy: Young Anna Grade: 7
VAN LEWEN
Oaken, Dance Ensemble, Understudy: Hans Grade: 12
SHULER
Dance Ensemble, Understudy: Oaken Grade: 11
Principal Dancer Grade: 12
Dance Ensemble Grade: 9
Principal Dancer Grade: 7
WIGHT Principal Dancer Grade: 11
RAYANN YAMASAKI Ensemble Grade: 12
Member of Vocal Ensemble: featured vocal group in select numbers Grade level completed in 25/26 school year.
BLAKE
LILY SMITH
CLAIRE THOMASON
BEATRIZ TORRES
CAMDEN
REAGAN VITALE
SARAH WALTERS Ensemble Grade: 10
LILY WATKINS Anna Grade: 12
FIONA
Costumes by
July 23-26, 2026
Gallo Center for the Arts
Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Book by Jennifer Lee
Originally directed on Broadway by Michael Grandage
Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee And directed by Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee
Originally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Group
Lighting by
Technical & Stage Manager DUSTIN VENICOMBE
Rehearsal Director ALLY MUNSON
Music Direction by CHELSEA FOY
Direction and Choreography by MAGGIE SNIFFEN
Disney’s Frozen Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
The video or audio recording of this performance by any means is strictly prohibited.
NOELLE SOUZA
JUSTIN HOFFECKER
Sound by VERONICA CABALLERO Properties by CLARA DEN DULK
CREW & STAFF
PRODUCTION TEAM
Director & Choreographer ………………………………………………………………………..........................………………………… Maggie Sniffen
Music Director ……………………………………………………………………………………………..............................…………………………. Chelsea Foy
Rehearsal Director ………………………………………………………………………………..............................……………………………….. Ally Munson
Technical & Stage Manager ……………………………………………………….........................…………………………………. Dustin Venicombe
Head Carpenter ………………………..…………….……………………………………............................………………………….…………… Jared Caudill
Assistant Carpenter ……………………………………………………………………...........................……………………..………………. Jeffrey Truong
Head Fly ………………………………………………………………………………………................................………………………………………….. Brad Hight
Lighting Designer ……………………………………………………………............................………………………………….………….. Justin Hoffecker
Spot Light Operators ………….………………………...................……………….…………….. Melissa Battle, Liana Trosen, Sarah Yates
Sound Designer ………………..……….………….………...........................……………………………………………………………. Veronica Caballero
Deck Audio …………………………………………….………….............................……………………………………………………..……………. Josh Reeder
Costume Designer ………………………………….………............................……………………………………………..…………………….. Noelle Souza
Assistant Costume Designer ………………..……………........................………………………….……………….………………….. Olivia Gallegos
Costume Team Members …………………………………........................…..…………………………………………….. Sam Berlin, Kathy Kallas
Volunteer Stitchers …………………………….…………..................…………….….. Maryanne Ambler, Rachel Clopton, Jorja Kallas, Pixie Kinser, Kim Smith, Natalie Thompson
Wigs ……………………………................................………………………………………………………………………………………………….….. Grant Landon
Properties Master ……………………………………...............................………………………………………………………………………. Clara den Dulk
Olaf and Sven Puppets ……………………………….……………………………………………..........................………………………. Vance Whitaker
GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Interim Chief Executive Officer ………………………….…………………….........................……………………..………………………….. Al Poulus
Director of Arts Education ……………………………………………………………………….........................….………………………. Cortney Hurst Arts Education Programs Manager ……………………………………………….......................…………………………………. Maggie Sniffen Arts Education Programs Coordinator ……………………………………………….......................……………………………….. Maya Patten
Technical Manager of Produced Theatre …………………..……………....................……………………………………. Dustin Venicombe
STANISLAUS COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
Superintendent of Schools ……………………………………………………………….........................………….…………………. Scott Kuykendall
Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Support Services ………………................………………………………….. Christine Sisco
Director I, the Arts ……………………………………………………………………………...........................…………………………………… Amy Bultena Event Planning Specialist II ………………………………………………………….......................…………………………….….. Rachel Valenzuela
SCENES & PLOT SYNOPSIS
For the first time in forever, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the stage.
ACT ONE
Opening …………………………………………………………………….………….........................................................................…………………………….……………………. Company
A Little Bit Of You ………………………………………………………................................................................……………………………………. Young Anna & Young Elsa First Joik …………...............................................………..……. Queen Iduna, King Agnarr, Young Anna, Young Elsa, Pabbie, Bulda & Hidden Folk Northern Lights ……………………………………….……………….....................................................................……………………………………………..………………. Young Elsa
Do You Want To Build a Snowman? ……………....................................................…..………… Young Anna, Young Elsa, King Agnarr, Queen Iduna For The First Time In Forever …………….……...............................................................…………………………..………………………………. Anna, Elsa & Company
Hans of the Southern Isles ……………………….....................................................................……………………..……………………………………..………………………… Hans Dangerous to Dream ………………….……………….................………………………………………………......................................................……………………….……………. Elsa Love Is An Open Door …………………………………………….……………………………………….....................................................................…………………. Anna & Hans Reindeer(s) Are Better Than People ………………………………………………...............................................................……………….……………….. Kristoff & Sven What Do You Know About Love? ……………………………......................................................................……….……………………………………. Anna, Kristoff, Sven In Summer ……………………………………………………………............................................................................……………………………………… Olaf, Anna, Kristoff, Sven
Hans of the Southern Isles (Reprise) ……………………….............................................................…………….…………………… Hans, Weselton & Townsfolk
Let it Go ……………………………………………………………………………..........................................................................…………………………………………..………………….. Elsa
ACT TWO
Hygge …………………………………………………..............................................................………………..….. Oaken, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, Sven, Family & Friends
Let It Go (Reprise) ……………………………………………………………………………………….......................................................................…………………….………………. Elsa
I Can’t Lose You …………………………………………………………………………………….....................................................................………………………………. Anna & Elsa Heart Freeze ……………………………………………………………………………......................................................................……………………………………………. Elsa & Anna Do You Want To Build A Snowman (Reprise) ………………………….........................................................…..……..……………. Olaf, Anna, Kristoff, Sven Kristoff Joik ………………………………………...……………………………………........................................................................…………………………………….…………… Kristoff
Fixer Upper …………………..………………………............................................................………….. Pabbie, Bulda, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, Sven & Hidden Folk Draw The Magic Out ………………….……………………………….....................................................................………..………………………………………………………… Pabbie
Kristoff Lullaby …………………………………………………………………………….......................................................................………………………….……………………. Kristoff
End This Winter ………………………………………….……..................................................................………..…………………………….. Hans, Weselton & Volunteers
Monster ……………………………………………………………………………...........................................................................……….…………………………………………..…………. Elsa
Kristoff Lullaby Tag ………………………………………………….....................................................................………….………………………………………………………… Kristoff King Hans ……………………………………………………………….........................................................................…………………………….………………………………………….. Hans Colder By the Minute ……………..……………..............................................................………………………………………….. Anna, Kristoff, Elsa, Hans & Company Finale ……………………………………………………..……………..........................................................................………………………………………..………………………… Company
There will be a 15-minute intermission between acts.
In the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world and increasingly distant from each other. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she’s desperately tried to conceal from her sister take control, and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends on Arendelle, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home – with the help of hardworking ice harvester Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, and a happy-go-lucky snowman named Olaf.
Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love.
DIRECTOR’S NOTES
Dear Patrons,
For the first time in forever, Disney’s Frozen comes to the Gallo Center, and I am thrilled to share with you YES Company’s production of this animated favorite. For the past seven weeks seventy-two students have engaged in a rigorous rehearsal process. Each day they showed up ready to work, imagine, and play as they brought these memorable characters to life. Every summer and production requires each student to embrace both the most creative and professional parts of themselves. Yet a Disney production takes it a step further, requiring actors to elevate their performance and invite audiences into a colorful world already beloved by so many.
Disney’s Frozen, based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ice Queen tells the story of two sisters, Anna and Elsa. Forced apart by circumstances out of their control, they both fight for what they love most; each other. Yet in true sister fashion, they each believe their way is the right way. Through adventure, mishaps, sacrifice, and a host of wild characters, they learn to see and accept each other for who they are, not who they wish the other could be. Disney’s Frozen reminds audiences of the power of standing proud in our authenticity, protecting those we love, and the importance of family whether they’re chosen or given. Even if we can, we’re not meant to do it alone.
Without a community effort, YES Company does not exist. I want to personally thank the incredible team that contributed to the success of this program and production, particularly the guidance from Director of Arts Education, Cortney Hurst and the support from Arts Education Programs Coordinator, Maya Patten. As well as Music Director, Chelsea Foy and Rehearsal Director, Ally Munson who were with me day in and day out of the creative process. I am honored to lead a spectacular design and production team who embrace the creative challenges that a production of this scale requires. All the while remembering the purpose of education at the Gallo Center; to provide students with the opportunity to be illuminated, educated, and entertained. With this as our guiding light, we will continue to create impactful opportunities and memories for the students of this community.
I am continually grateful for the trust this community continues to place in me to educate the next generation of performing artists, educators, and performing arts enthusiasts. It is because of the Gallo Center staff, Stanislaus County Office of Education, local designers, volunteers, families, alumni, donors and patrons like you that YES Company remains a place where students not only feel safe to “let it go” but to love and live fully. Thank you for your continued support. Enjoy the show!
Arts Education Programs Manager Director & Choreographer
34 YEARS OF YES COMPANY!
The Me Nobody Knows
The Red Sneaks
Fame, The Musical
Once on This Island
The Wiz
Grease
West Side Story
Children of Eden
Once on This Island
The Music Man
Footloose
Les Misérables, School Edition
Damn Yankees
Honk!
Anything Goes
Seussical the Musical
The Wizard of Oz
Bye Bye Birdie
The Music Man
Hairspray, the Broadway Musical
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka
Ragtime, School Edition
Peter Pan
Disney’s Mary Poppins
Les Misérables, School Edition
Footloose
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Singin’ in the Rain
30th Anniversary Concert Spectacular
Annie
The Addams Family School Edition
Oklahoma!
Mamma Mia!
Disney’s Frozen
The Addams Family School Additon, 2023
Footloose, 2002
The Wizard of Oz, 2008
Seussical the Musical, 2007
Anything Goes, 2006
Honk!, 2005
Mary Poppins, 2015
Hairspray, the Broadway Musical, 2011
Annie, 2022
Bye Bye Birdie, 2009
30 th Anniversary Concert Spectacular, 2021
Singin’ in the Rain, 2019
Footloose, 2017
Les Misérables, School Edition, 2016
Annie , 2022
The Music Man , 2001
ANNUAL AWARDS
*2026
ROBERT MORENO YES COMPANY AWARD
In recognition of excellence in musical theater and a desire to pursue the arts beyond high school.
1997
Robert Moreno
Joe Frausto
Pete Garcia
Jesse Garcia
Chris Hamby
Yonate Stinson 1998
Angie Navaro
Regina Chandra
Ronan Baker Angel Hermosillo
Jennifer Freeland
T.J. Sullivan 1999
Christopher Goodwin
Christopher Hanks
Iraya Cress
Clem Donegan
Blum 2000
Selina Salazar
2001 Benito Apodaca
David Phipps
Bianca Plascencia
Zach Jorgenson
SheErica McKenzie
Victoria Canales
Hudson
Franchesca Fenton 2002
Roland Carbajal
Christopher Rivera 2013 Simone Chambliss 2003
Justin Su’esu’e
Brandon Castillo
Christian Conrad
Stefanie Menera 2004
Jacob Cangiamilla
ALAN G. BAUTISTA SPIRIT AWARD
Kevin Singleton
For embodying the YES Company values of trust, acceptance, responsibility, communication and teamwork.
2010 Alex Lucero
2011 Rachel Burns
2012 Melissa Ingalls 2013 Jessica Weber 2014 Emanuel Bautista
2015 Laurence Tabangcura
MELANEE WYATT SENIOR AWARD
2016 Mary Curry 2017 Careliseo Blair-Arana
2018 Daniel Vermeulen
2019 Catherine Charles
2021 Jose Hernandez 2022 Zuhey Perez
2023 Jess Johnston 2024 Daniel Campbell
Hannah Methvin
2025 Liana Trosen
In recognition of your commitment to YES Company, on and off the stage, as a performer, leader and advocate for the performing arts.
2019 Daniel Vermeulen 2021 Christian Torres 2022 Shae Lockard 2023 Eden Miller
Laila Earhart 2025 Madelyn Childers
SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS
GIOVANNI BENITEZ
Favorite Musical?
Hadestown
Favorite Show Tune?
“Johanna” from Sweeney Todd
Favorite YES Co Production?
Disney’s Frozen
About My YES Co Experience:
It’s my first and last year at YES Company. During my time here I was able to meet many new people who are similar to me. These people have been some of the greatest friends I’ve ever made. Everyone is really kind and helps each other out! I love the staff as well; they make sure everyone feels like they matter and have been the most professional staff I have worked with. I wish I would’ve auditioned sooner, but this is the best summer I’ve ever had, I will truly miss everything about YES Company.
Plans for the Future?
I plan to continue with my education and become an elementary school teacher! I will most likely be staying around Modesto and will continue to audition for shows in the area. I hope to be a part of many community productions, as well as be involved in music either singing or playing because it keeps me content in my life!
GRACE DELA FUENTE
Favorite Musical?
Into the Woods
Favorite Show Tune?
“Somewhere” from West Side Story
Favorite YES Co Production?
Annie
About My YES Co Experience:
YES Company has taught me, among many other things, how to be intentional, to look at things from new perspectives, and to be brave. But more than anything, what will stick with me most is the people. I am insanely lucky to work with a cast and crew who have a passion for what they do, and that passion bleeds into the community they create. It’s safe and warm, and my friends mean the world to me.
Plans for the Future?
I plan to attend CalState Fullerton for Theatre Education. I hope to share the joy and safety that theatre has given me over the years with more kids whose weirdness is looking for a place to belong.
ILIZABETH J DURAN-SORIANO
Favorite Musical?
Meet Me in St. Louis!
Favorite Show Tune?
“Cell Block Tango” from Chicago
Favorite YES Co Production?
My favorite YES Co show was The Addams Family! I treasured the opportunity to play Uncle Fester’s love interest, The Moon.
About My YES Co Experience:
YES Company has been an important part of my summers for the last six years. It’s where I’ve grown not just as a performer, but as a more confident version of myself. Every rehearsal, every role, and every show has pushed me to stretch my abilities, trust my instincts, and discover new parts of who I am on and offstage.
Plans for the Future?
YES Company has been an important part of my summers for the last six years. Frozen will be my final musical theatre performance, and I’m very sad to see my time cut short at YES Company. In the future, I will be attending the University of the Pacific on a full ride scholarship to earn my bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Anthropology, while dancing for the Pacific Tigers Dance Team. I will also continue dancing as a Senior Artist with Central West Ballet, the resident ballet company of the Central Valley, and continue teaching dance there as well. I’m very excited for this next chapter and proud of the journey that’s brought me to it.
ONYX GLESER
Favorite Musical? Mamma Mia!
Favorite Show Tune?
“Say My Name” from Beetlejuice
Favorite YES Co Production? Mamma Mia!
About My YES Co Experience: YES Company has been an incredible experience and something I look forward to every year. I’ve met so many amazing and talented people who I’m sure I’ll keep as friends for years to come. I’m so grateful that I’ve been able to participate for the last four years and create so many wonderful memories with every passing summer!
Plans for the Future?
I plan on finishing my associates degree at MJC then transfer to a 4 year college to continue my studies in accounting.
SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS
BARRETT JAMES
Favorite Musical?
The Book of Mormon
Favorite Show Tune?
“My Petersburg” from Anastasia
Favorite YES Co Production?
Annie
About My YES Co Experience:
I loved making new friends and having a ton of fun throughout the summer.
Plans for the Future?
I plan to go to welding school and then pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
AUDREY LEANDRES
Favorite Musical?
Cabaret or Mamma Mia!
Favorite Show Tune?
“Chiquitita” from Mamma Mia! or “Burn” from Hamilton
Favorite YES Co Production?
Mamma Mia!
About My YES Co Experience:
This is only my second year of YES Company, and I never would have thought to do it if it weren’t for Maggie encouraging me to just try, and I’m so glad I did! I love the community here, it really feels like one big family. For something I never thought I’d do, I’m going to miss it.
Plans for the Future?
I will go to MJC for 2 years then transfer to a different college.
JUSTIN MABILOG
Favorite Musical?
Spongebob Squarepants the Musical
Favorite Show Tune?
“Tomorrow Is” from Spongebob Squarepants the Musical
Favorite YES Co Production?
Disney’s Frozen
About My YES Co Experience:
This is my first year with YES Company. When I first started, I didn’t know what I was walking into. I thought I would make little to no friends, but now that I’m two months in, everyone is like family.
Plans for the Future?
I plan to attend MJC, and pursue music and theater for my future.
ANDREW MELO
Favorite Musical? The Outsiders
Favorite Show Tune?
“Don’t Rain On My Parade” from Funny Girl
Favorite YES Co Production?
Disney’s Frozen
About My YES Co Experience:
Joining YES Company this year has been one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve ever had, and one that I’ll always cherish. It gave me the opportunity to grow as a performer while being surrounded by people who are incredibly passionate, talented, and encouraging. As a newcomer this summer, I was instantly welcomed and supported by everyone involved, making me feel like I belonged there. Each rehearsal challenged me to become more confident in myself and to trust my creative instincts, strengthening my relationship with performing. I’m so grateful for the friendships I’ve made and the memories we’ve had the privilege of creating together.
Plans for the Future?
This fall, I’ll be attending “Los Angeles College of Music” to study Songwriting. I’m excited to continue growing as an artist, collaborate with other musicians, and immerse myself in the music industry as I pursue a career in music.
SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS
LILY SMITH
Favorite Musical?
Disney’s Newsies
Favorite Show Tune?
“Wait for me (Reprise)” from Hadestown
Favorite YES Co Production?
The Addams Family
About My YES Co Experience:
YES Company has filled my summers with laughter, creativity, and fun. I’ve gotten closer to friends and made new ones who have impacted my life so much. It’s shown me how to work with so many different people and how to come out of my shell a little bit more. It’s been a wonderful experience, and I’m going to miss it so much.
Plans for the Future?
I’m going to MJC to get my general education and hopefully transfer to CSU Monterey Bay to get a degree in Marine Biology and minor in Kinesiology.
CAMDEN VAN LEWEN
Favorite Musical? The Sound of Music
Favorite Show Tune?
“Another Day of Sun” from La La Land
Favorite YES Co Production?
Mamma Mia!
About My YES Co Experience: YES Company has been my favorite group to work with since I started doing theatre. I love that I get to work with others my age and truly devote a summer to my passion. It is an atmosphere of joy and laughter mixed with hard work and goals.
Plans for the Future?
I plan to continue shaping my theatre skills at the California State University Fullerton
LILY WATKINS
Favorite Musical?
Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Favorite Show Tune?
“I know Things Now” from Into The Woods
Favorite YES Co Production?
It’s a tie between Mamma Mia! and Disney’s Frozen
About My YES Co Experience:
I have been in Yes Company for 3 years and have loved every part of it. It has been so welcoming and loving to new people as well as returning. I will miss my time with YES Company and would like to thank Maggie and Cortney for making my dream come true of becoming a Disney Princess.
Plans for the Future?
I plan to attend Stan State to major in Child Development and become a Speech Pathologist while also continuing theater as a hobby.
RAYANN YAMASAKI
Favorite Musical?
The Great Gatsby
Favorite Show Tune?
“She Used to be Mine” from Waitress
Favorite YES Co Production? Mamma Mia!
About My YES Co Experience: YES Company has been my home away from home since I started here. This place is full of some of the most welcoming and loving people I have ever met. YES Company has helped me grow in so many ways, from performing to becoming a better person. I cannot express how grateful I am to have been able to spend my last few summers participating in these shows.
Plans for the Future?
I will attend MJC this next year and graduate in the spring with my A.S. in Business. Then transfer to a 4 year college to complete a fashion business degree.
SPECIAL THANKS!
Thank you to the following for their additional support and assistance in our 2026 production.
For costume rentals:
Delta Community College
Jonathan Singer and Jennifer Johnson
Santa Clara University and Naomi Arnst
Prospect Theatre Project
For scenic rentals:
Front Row Theatricals
For Royal Family Costumes:
Shelly Hurst-Mueller
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR YES COMPANY VOLUNTEERS:
Kate Abad
Valerie Armenta
Summur Nicole Braley
Lindsay Bryan
Kristin Casad
Bonnie Childers
Rachel Clopton
Sarah Drabert
Valerie Escobar
Laura Hollister
Shelly Hurst-Mueller
Nicole James
Romika Kavita Singh
Candace Kessler
Steven Leandres
Cortney Lewis
Claudia Linares
Diana Middleton
Jessica Myers
Danyl Noble
Louise Nunez
Shannon Panfilio-Padden
Zuhey Perez
Tiffany Richey
Connie Rubio
Kimberly Smith
Kathy Sniffen
Tiffany Steinberg
Natalie Thomason
Falina Van Lewen
Christian Wight
Sarah Yates
GALLO CENTER ARTS EDUCATION DONORS (as of June 30, 2026):
$50,000+
U.S. Bank
$25,000+
Education Foundation of Stanislaus County
$10,000+
Kaiser Permanente
Make Dreams Real Endowment Fund
Modesto Subaru
Freda Motto
New Bridge Management - Adrian Harrell
Raymus Foundation
$5,000+
Alfred Matthews
Enterprise Mobility Foundation
Silva Injury Law, Inc.
$2,500+ grantLOVE project
In Memory of Caleb Hurst
Katy & Ken Menges
Ella Webb & Shelley Dameron
$1,000+
Carl Collins & Donna Flanders
Dennis & Kathy Hoskins
Modesto Rotary Club Foundation
Pete & Charlie Rodgers
USS Balthasar
GALLO CENTER ARTS EDUCATION
Gallo Center Arts Education works to provide motivating performing arts experiences for the youth of the San Joaquin Valley through programming available to school partners and the community. From live performances to hands on learning opportunities, all Gallo Center Arts Education programs offer students an opportunity to be illuminated, educated and entertained. At the Gallo Center, we believe that an arts education should be accessible, relevant and creatively inspiring.
FOR SCHOOLS AND TEACHERS
STUDENT MATINEE SERIES: A series of day time performances presented specifically for our region’s students. All student matinee performances align with and support state curriculum standards in all core subject areas.
GCA ON TOUR: Designed for school sites unable to visit the Gallo Center, GCA On Tour brings the wonder of live theater directly to the students. GCA On Tour features both locally produced and nationally touring productions created specifically for school sites, re-enforcing our belief that art truly can happen anywhere – even a school cafeteria.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
YES COMPANY: Youth Entertainment Stage (YES) Company is an audition based youth theater company that produces a full length Broadway musical each summer. Directed and designed by local theater professionals, the cast for all YES Company productions features only students in grades 7-12. Through a unique eight week preparation process that combines both practical training and curriculum based performing arts, students learn to develop their individual craft alongside an ensemble of peers. It’s through this work as an ensemble that students gain a sense of community through trust, acceptance, and celebration of their differences as they work toward a common goal. YES Company is a partnership of Gallo Center for the Arts and Stanislaus County Office of Education.
YES ACADEMY: YES Academy provides year-long musical theater education, performance, and community engagement opportunities for current YES Company and graduating Gallo Center Youth Academy students. Through YES Academy, students will engage in regular musical theater classes (including vocal, dance and acting) and masterclasses in other theatrical production elements. These masterclasses include but are not limited to: lighting, sound design, costume, set, and properties design, stage management, higher education, audition preparation, and performing arts/creative careers. Participation in YES Academy is by audition.
GALLO CENTER YOUTH ACADEMY: Gallo Center Youth Academy is an afterschool musical theater program for students in grades 1-8. Through a unique ten week semester, students receive both practical training and curriculum based performing arts teaching as they develop their individual craft alongside an ensemble of their peers. Each semester culminates in a musical theater production presented in the Foster Family Theater. Gallo Center Youth Academy is a partnership of Gallo Center for the Arts and Stanislaus County Office of Education.
CREATION STATION SUMMER CAMP: Creation Station is a week-long musical theater camp for students in grades 1-6. Each summer, Creation Station takes on a new theme through which campers experience and learn about all aspects of the performing arts. The week-long camp culminates in a showcase performance for friends and family in the Foster Family Theater.
BROADWAY DAY SERIES: A unique experience made available to all students in grades 1-12 in our region with exclusive and behind the scenes access to the Center’s touring productions. Students participate in a masterclass themed about the show, sit in a special reserved section with fellow students and members of the GCA Arts Education team, receive a discounted ticket price and attend a post-show talkback with members of the cast or production staff.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2026
GALLO CENTER PLAZA
11 AM – 2 PM
The Gallo Center for the Arts and the City of Modesto are pleased to present the fourth annual Family Fun Festival—a very special community event in the Gallo Center Plaza and the Modesto Rotary Music Garden. Join us for music, dancing, chalk art, lawn games, exotic reptiles, face painting, balloon animals and prize giveaways! No ticket purchase needed—just come and have fun!
Food trucks will be here, too, if you’d like to purchase hot dogs, frozen yogurt, ice cream or other tasty treats!
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