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CAST
Junie B. Jones ................................................................HARPER CECIL
Daddy...........................................................................ASHER HOSKINS
Mother............................................................................. SHELBY HALE
Tickle the Dog.......................................................KAMBELLE CASSIDY
Lucille.....................................................................ADDISYN BALDWIN
Camille.......................................................................SOPHIE SCHMIEG
Chenille...................................................................EMERSON KINCAID
Grace.....................................................................................ELLY DORE
Bobbi Jean Piper.........................................................MOLLY MILNER
Herb..................................................................................FOSTER HOLT
Mrs. Woo................................................................ADDYSON HAYDEN
May..............................................................................ASHTYN GENTRY
Lennie..........................................................................HADLEY RAINES
Josie..........................................................................ADELINE STEWART
Mr. Scary...........................................................................EVAN PASLEY
Shirley.........................................................................MEREDITH MAYS
Sheldon......................................................................BRODY SCHMIEG
Gladys Gutzman.......................................................NATALEE DISNEY
Student .............................................................................AVERY DORE
Student........................................................................GRIFFIN MOORE
Student................................................................................POSY HOLT
Cheerleaders.................................AUTUMN JOHNSTON, ELLA PACE
Lunch Server.............................................................OLIVIA SIMPSON
Bus and School Kids................NATHAN GLOVER, OLIVIA SIMPSON, EVELYN FAIRCHILD, ELIZA GLASSCOCK, OLIVIA BALDWIN
Junie B. Understudy........................................................AVERY DORE
Swings...............................GRIFFIN MOORE, NATHAN GLOVER, ELLA PACE, AUTUMN JOHNSTON
No photography or videography allowed
CREATIVE TEAM
Director.............................................................................................ESTHER NEEL
Choreographer...........................................................................ALORIA BEASON
Music Director........................................................................KELLI JO SUMMERS
Producer........................................................................................TRACEY MILLER
Stage Manager.............................................................................LISA HUMASON
Assistant Stage Manager............................................................SYLVIE COOGLE
Lighting Design...................................................................................TOM WILLIS
Sound Design...............................................................................NATHAN SMITH
Scenic Design........................................LAWRENCE BUCKLAND, JAMES MILLER
Costume Design..................................................ELLIE MILLER, SYLVIE COOGLE
Scenic Artist......................................................................................ESTHER NEEL
Board Operator...........................................................................TANNER RIVERS
Production Photography............................SALLY HOROWITZ PHOTOGRAPHY
Special Thanks............Sasha Holt, Chelsea Schmieg, Jennifer Baldwin, Calvin Schmieg and the Robert D. Campbell Band, Winchester Fire Department
A Note From the Director
Welcome to the colorful, curious, and completely unpredictable world of Junie B. Jones!
At its heart, Junie B. Jones: The Musical JR is a story about growing up—about the ups and downs of friendships, the lessons we learn from our mistakes, and the excitement of discovering who we are. Junie B. invites us into her world, where every day is an adventure and where even the smallest moments can feel like the biggest discoveries.
This show is a celebration of what it means to be a young person learning how to navigate life, friendship, and the whirlwind of emotions that come with it. Through music, laughter, and a whole lot of heart, we watch Junie B. embrace each challenge with bravery (and sometimes a little chaos), reminding us all that growing up is a journey best taken with curiosity and kindness.
Thank you for joining us on this adventure. We hope you leave the theater with a smile on your face and a little extra joy in your heart! - Esther Neel
Meet the Cast
Addisyn Baldwin - Lucille
Addisyn is in 7th grade at Royal Springs Middle School and this is her second show with Leeds. Her previous theater credits include Winfred in Mary Poppins JR, Dori in School House Rocks JR, Seagull/Ocean Chorus in The Little Mermaid JR, ensemble in Cinderella and Aladdin in local children’s theater. Addisyn also enjoys middle school choir and has been to All State KMEA the past two years along with Gifted and Talented for vocal music. She hopes you enjoy this fun show!
Addyson Hayden - Mrs. Woo
Addyson is a 15-year-old freshman at Powell County High School. She has participated in various dance classes at Leeds, along with being in the Rock U SPARK class. Her favorite shows at Leeds are Singin’ in the Rain JR and The Little Mermaid JR. In her free time, she enjoys doing art, making jewelry, and playing guitar. She hopes you enjoy the show and that you have as much fun watching it as she’s had being in it!!!
eline Stewart - Josie
Adeline Stewart is in 8th grade and homeschooled. This is her first show ever, and she is so excited to be in this performance. When she is not on stage, Adeline enjoys reading, playing piano, singing, writing, and crafting. She hopes that you will really enjoy the show. Be the light!
Asher Hoskins - Daddy
Asher is a freshman at SCAPA Lafayette High School. He has been featured in one other show on the Leeds stage, as the Pilot in The Little Mermaid. He enjoys spending time with his family and pets and likes to hang out with friends when he has time. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Ashtyn Gentry - May
Ashtyn Gentry is thrilled to play May in Junie B. Jones JR! This is her first production at Leeds Center for the Arts. Her recent roles include Alana in The Little Mermaid Jr. and Mrs. Andrews in Mary Poppins Jr. at Baker Intermediate. She was honored with a scholarship from The Little Apple Theater’s performing arts camp, where she starred as Alice in Alice in Wonderland, and was also cast as an Ancestor in RDC’s Addams Family Ashtyn has performed and danced at Dancer’s Pointe and enjoys theater, RDC Track, and spending time with loved ones. She thanks the cast, crew, and her family for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Autumn Johnston - Cheerleader, Swing
Autumn is a 6th grader at Baker Intermediate School in Winchester. This is her second show at Leeds, having been in School House Rock LIVE JR back in 2020. She is no stranger to the stage, having portrayed adult Nala last month in Baker Theater Department's The Lion King JR as well as the Bird Woman in their production of Mary Poppins JR Autumn debuted on the Shearer Musical Theater stage when she was a little kindergartener and has been performing ever since. When not acting, Autumn enjoys playing soccer with FC Kentucky and taking dance classes at Dancer's Pointe. She would like to thank her family for their support as well as Ms. Kelli Jo and Ms. Esther for all the time they put into making this show great.
Avery Dore - Student, Junie B. U/S
This is Avery’s sixth show with Leeds, with her past shows being Matilda (Matilda), Singin’ In the Rain (Dora Bailey), Aristocats (Duchess), The Little Mermaid (Sebastian), and James and the Giant Peach (School Child). Her favorite show to date was Matilda! In her free time she likes hanging out with friends, listening to music, and taking classes at Leeds. She would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her on her musical theatre journey. She would also like to thank her Leeds family for everything they have done for her. She hopes you have so much fun and enjoy the show!
Brody Schmieg - Sheldon
Brody is a 6th grade student at Baker Intermediate School. He is so excited to take the stage in his 9th musical production. Brody most recently appeared as Scar in The Lion King JR (Baker Musical Theater), and Jetsam in Little Mermaid Jr. (Leeds). In addition to musical theater, Brody plays French horn in the Baker Intermediate Band, serves as an anchor for the Baker News Crew, and participates in Leeds SPARK Classes–including musical theater dance and Rock University. Brody would like to thank his whole family, his teachers, and his friends, for all their help and encouragement. He hopes you will enjoy the show!
Eliza Glasscock - School Kid, Bus Kid
Eliza is a 4th grader at Cassidy Elementary School in Lexington. This is her first show. Outside of school, Eliza enjoys soccer, hip hop dance, gymnastics, running with Girls on the Run, theater, and building Lego sets.
Ella Pace - Cheerleader, Swing
Ella Pace is so excited to be a part of Junie B. Jones JR! Some of her favorite past roles include: Silly Girl in Beauty and the Beast JR, Lucinda in Into the Woods JR, Toulouse in The Aristocats Kids, and Bride Ancestor in The Addams Family Musical Ella is a freshman at GRC and in addition to Junie B., she is also a part of her school’s production of Chicago where she is playing Kitty’s understudy/ensemble. Ella has had so much fun during this rehearsal process, and can’t wait for what the future brings!
Elly Dore - Grace
Elly is a 4th grader at Shearer Elementary School. Elly is not a stranger to the stage. This is her 3rd show at Leeds and she just finished Moana with Shearer Musical Theater–where she played Pua. She loves being at Leeds. She participated in SPARK classes. Outside of musical theater she enjoys dancing, acrobatics, and gymnastics. Elly would like to thank Mommy, Daddy, Avery, and Esther for believing in her. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Emerson Kincaid - Chenille
Emerson is super-excited for her sixth musical: Junie B Jones JR! She was also in School House Rock (Leeds), The Little Mermaid JR (Baker Intermediate), Matilda (Leeds), Mary Poppins JR (Baker Intermediate), The Addams Family (RDC), and The Little Mermaid JR (Leeds). Enjoy the show, see you there!
Evan
Pasley - Mr. Scary
Evan Pasley is a freshman at George Rogers Clark High School. He is so excited to be performing in his eleventh show and his second show at Leeds as Mr. Scary. Some of his previous theater credits include Mary Poppins JR at Strode Station Elementary (Ensemble), Beauty and the Beast JR at RDC (Ensemble), Into the Woods JR at RDC (Cinderella’s Father), The Addams Family at RDC (Ensemble), and The Little Mermaid JR at Leeds (Ensemble). In Evan’s spare time he enjoys choir, reading, and hanging out with his friends. He thanks all the cast and crew at Leeds and can’t wait for you to come see the show!
Evelyn Fairchild - School Kid, Bus Kid
Evelyn Fairchild is a homeschooled fifth grader. Her previous theater credits include Ocean Chorus in The Little Mermaid JR at Leeds, and a sheep named Fleecie in a church musical called We Like Sheep. In her spare time, Evelyn enjoys imaginary play, spending time outside, doing crafts, and reading–as well as writing her own poems and songs. She hopes you enjoy watching the life and times of Junie B!
Foster Holt - Herb
Foster is thrilled to be back for his fifth show at Leeds! He previously appeared on the Leeds stage in Newsies JR (Les), Matilda the Musical (Eric), Singin’ in the Rain JR (Assistant), and most recently as Flotsam in The Little Mermaid JR He is currently taking classes with the Leeds SPARK education program and is loving Rock University. Foster is in 7th grade at Model Laboratory School in Richmond, and enjoys Book Club, Band, and Odyssey of the Mind. Foster would like to thank everyone at Leeds for being such a fun place to create magic.
Griffin Moore - Student, Swing
Griffin first developed a love for performing right here at Leeds through participation in summer SPARK productions. His past SPARK roles include Roquefort in Aristocats Kids, and Jim Hawkins in Treasure Island. A fourth-grade student at Strode Station, he most recently hit the stage as Olaf in his school production of Frozen Griffin is also an avid reader with a creative mind. He hopes to one day have a career centered around acting, writing, producing, or directing. He hopes you enjoy Junie B. Jones as much as he has!
Hadley Raines - Lennie
Hadley is thrilled to be back on stage at Leeds Center for the Arts for her third production, having previously splashed around in Singin' in the Rain, JR and made waves in The Little Mermaid JR. She is incredibly grateful for the fantastic arts education opportunities at Leeds (where she and her mom have accepted that half of theater is just surviving the hair and makeup process together). Up next, Hadley will be hopping into the role of the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland JR at Seton Catholic School—because who needs spare time, right? When she’s not on stage, Hadley sings in the school choir, plays the French
bumps and sets on the volleyball court, and earns badges in Scouting America. She’s also a devoted animal lover, showering affection on her ever-growing menagerie of horses, a donkey, a cat, guinea pigs, a hamster, a chameleon, anoles, and a toad (because one pet is never enough). Hadley and her family are beyond grateful for the Leeds Center for the Arts—a true gem— and would like to thank the amazing staff, instructors, and volunteers who bring the magic of theater and arts education to life!
Harper Cecil - Junie B. Jones
Harper is a 6th grader at Baker Intermediate. She has performed in shows with Shearer Musical Theater, Baker Intermediate’s theater department, Leeds Center for the Arts, and more. Some of her most memorable roles include Olaf in Frozen Kids, Matilda in Matilda the Musical, Flounder in Little Mermaid JR, and Rafiki in Lion King JR. When Harper isn’t on stage she loves singing, dancing, and spending time with her family, especially her big sister when it includes trips to Starbucks and Dunkin’. Harper would like to thank Esther and Kelli Jo for all their support in this role, her cast mates for bringing the show to life, Leeds for this opportunity, and Barbara Park for creating Junie B. and making her such a fun role to play.
Kambelle Cassidy - Tickle the Dog
Kambelle is a third-grade student at Strode Station Elementary. This is her first show with Leeds, but she has been performing since kindergarten. Kambelle loves being on stage! She also enjoys clogging, soccer, singing, basketball, tennis, and playing outside.
Meredith Mays - Shirley
Meredith is a fourth grader at Nicholasville Elementary School. Her previous theater credits include Marlin in Finding Nemo, Piglet in Winnie the Pooh, Baloo in The Jungle Book, and Elsa in Frozen JR In her free time, Meredith plays the piano, basketball and volleyball. She has a great sense of humor, and loves to read. This is her debut performance with Leeds, and she couldn’t be more excited! She would like to thank the Lord for her talents and her family for their support.
Molly Milner - Bobbi Jean Piper
Molly is 10 years old and loves roller coasters, swimming, and being on stage. Her past roles include Fern in Charlotte's Web, Rafiki in The Lion King Kids, and Little Angel Gloria in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever She attends Cassidy Elementary in Lexington where she is in 5th grade and will soon play Marlin in Finding Nemo Kids.
Natalee Disney - Gladys Gutzman
Natalee is a freshman at George Rogers Clark High School. She is super GLADys to be back at Leeds for another production! This is Natalee’s fifth production at Leeds and sixteenth production in total. Her recent stage credits include: Little Mermaid JR at Leeds as Ocean Chorus/Seagull, and Into the Woods JR at Robert D. Campbell Jr. High as Cinderella’s Mother. She would like to thank her parents for dragging her around from practice after practice and the Leeds team for making this a wonderful experience!
Nathan Glover - School Kid, Bus Kid, Swing
Nathan is a 5th grader at Baker Intermediate School. This is his first show. In his spare time, he enjoys playing the piano, making songs and reading Minecraft books. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Olivia Baldwin - School Kid, Bus Kid
Olivia found a love for performing early on. After many church plays and school programs, she has finally found her way to the Leeds family. She enjoys singing, performing, and all things on stage. This production has been a great first run for her on the Leeds stage and she is excited to show off all their hard work. Enjoy the show!
Olivia Simpson - Lunch Server, School Kid, Bus Kid
Olivia is thrilled to make her musical theater debut! She has been part of the ballet program at Dancers Pointe for four years and loves performing onstage. A student at Baker Intermediate, she enjoys music, art, and all things creative. When she grows up, she dreams of becoming a marine biologist. She is grateful for the support of her family, friends, and teachers. Enjoy the show!
Posy Holt - Student
Posy is super-excited to be in Junie B. Jones JR! She was in her first musical at Leeds in Singin’ in the Rain JR (2nd Assistant) and, soon after, in The Wizard of Oz (Munchkin) at her school. Most recently she was in The Little Mermaid JR (Ensemble) at Leeds. Posy is in 6th grade at Model Laboratory School in Richmond, where she enjoys art, Sew Club, drama, and Odyssey of the Mind. Posy would like to thank everyone at Leeds for all the happiness she feels when she’s there.
Shelby Hale - Mother
Shelby is a 17-year old senior at Menifee County High School. She’s been in theater since she was 4, and this is her second production at Leeds! Enjoy the show!
Sophie Schmieg - Camille
Sophie is a 9th grade student at George Rogers Clark High School. She is thrilled to perform in her 9th musical production. Sophie most recently appeared in Into the Woods JR (Robert D. Campbell Jr. High) and will take the stage as a member of the ensemble in Chicago (at George Rogers Clark High School) this spring. Sophie is a percussionist in the GRC Bands, as well as a member of the Fine Arts Cohort at GRC. She participates in Leeds SPARK Classes including musical theater dance and Rock University. Sophie would like to thank all of her family, teachers, and friends for their support. She hopes you will enjoy this super fun show!
Esther Neel - Director
Esther is a freelance theater director and artist based in Lexington, Kentucky. She holds a BA in Theatre Arts with a concentration in Scenic Art from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana. She has worked in many areas of theater, from directing and teaching to painting and props. Some of the local organizations she has worked with include Lexington Children's Theatre, UK Opera Theatre, Woodford, and The Lexington Theater Company. A few of her favorite shows she has directed include Anatomy of Gray, Charlotte’s Web, Holes, and The Cat in The Hat Esther has a passion for working alongside young artists to create compelling, imaginative theater through collaboration and honest storytelling. For a look at her work, you can visit estherneel.com She is thrilled to be a part of the creative process at Leeds Center for the Arts this season!
