February 6,7,8, and 9, 2025
Avon Lake High School
Daniel B. Ross Performing Arts Center
L. Frank Baum
A Note from Director Timothy Richard (Ricky) Swan - They/He
Hello
everyone and thank you for coming to see Mighty Goliath’s production of The Wizard of Oz. The Wizard of Oz is a story that has been around for almost 100 years and in that time, it has touched countless individuals. As influential as it has been, it has also been an honor to direct this group of individuals all with the goal of telling you all this story. I hope that you get as much enjoyment out of watching these actors as I did in directing them. They all have given their hearts to this production and have been working tirelessly to bring it to life. Something that ultimately comes from doing a story such as this, is how we make it unique to this group, especially since MGP has never done this in their longstanding history. We decided to bring a minimal set design, combine it with puppetry and traditional theatre elements so that you as the audience can focus on the story and the beautiful music that has withstood years of being heard. One of the most important aspects of MGP is the fact that parents have the opportunity to share the stage with their child(ren); many for the first time and for their child(ren)’s first theatrical performance. This has been a show of true collaboration through music, props, and the actors all bringing characterizations to even the smallest role in the show. I hope that you all take away from this show the message of belonging, being true to who you are, and that anyone can make a difference no matter who they are. Just like Dorothy
A Note from Producer
J.G. White
Our main purpose, and the reason we exist, is to support and fund the performing arts in our schools. This mission is deeply rooted in our history, dating back to 1959 when members of the Eastview Elementary School PTA staged a variety show to raise money for their children’s education. Their variety show was more than an event. It was a promise made to a community, a declaration that art matters and that children’s dreams deserve a stage.
Sixty-six years later, that same spirit lives on, with every performer on stage and every stagehand, prop builder, set painter, director, choreographer, lobby manager, and musician behind the scenes volunteering their time and talent to make it all possible.
What began as “Shoremen helping Shoremen” has grown into something even bigger. While Mighty Goliath Productions’ core group of volunteers continues to be Avon Lake residents and Avon Lake natives now living nearby, our reach has expanded over the years. This year, we’re proud to have participants from communities as far away as Amherst, Cleveland, Oberlin, Grafton, Berea, and Medina, all coming together to keep this incredible tradition alive.
You, as a member of our audience, are more than a spectator, you are an important part of this tradition. Over the years, Mighty Goliath Productions, together with our generous audiences, has proudly donated over $330,000 to support the performing arts in Avon Lake. Thank you for being a vital part of this effort and for helping us inspire and enrich the creative lives of our students.
While fundraising is the focus of our Board of Directors, as Producer, I’ve placed my focus on one of our secondary goals: welcoming new participants to MGP. There are 100 continued...
cast members this year, which makes it easy for me to do the math to tell you that 48% of the cast are new to MGP this year. Among those joining us for their first MGP production, some are taking an even bigger leap. This is their very first show ever.
Take a moment to browse the cast bios in the digital program and notice the young, fresh faces. MGP played a small part in the creative journeys of alumni like actresses Isabela Merced and Lili Reinhart, who discovered their love of performing in community theater. But we’re not just for those aiming for the spotlight, we’re also a home for people who discovered their love for theater in high school or college and want to reconnect with an activity that brings them joy and a sense of community.
Community theater holds a unique place. It’s more than just a stage; it’s a gathering place where people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels come together to create something together. It is a platform for local talent to shine, while fostering connections between neighbors, and telling stories that reflect and celebrate all of us. It’s not just about the performances, it’s about building relationships, sharing laughter, and creating memories that last a lifetime.
What a joy it has been for me to try to facilitate that for our cast this year.
We invite you to share in our spirit of joy. Set your cares aside for a while and join us as we retell a familiar story. Dorothy and Toto have been inviting us to dream for 125 years now! Together, let’s follow the Yellow Brick Road and remember that everything we need we already have inside us.
J. G. White
2025 Producer/MGP Board Member
MIGHTY GOLIATH PRODUCTIONS SINCE 1959
Celebrating 66 Years of Serving the Schools and Community
1959 - Minstrel Show
1960 - Minstrel Show II
1961 - Kuties, Kapers, and Keystone Cops
1963 -Mighty Goliath Minstrel
1964 -Paddlin’ Maddlin’
1965 -Guys and Molls
1966 -Unrest in the West
1967 -If You Lived Here, You’d Be Home Now
1968 - Lil’ Abner
1969 - High Button Shoes
1970 - Laugh In
1971 - Mame
1972 - Anything Goes
1973 - The Music Man
1974 - My Fair Lady
1975 - Hello, Dolly!
1976 - Oklahoma!
1977 - Damn Yankees
1978 - The Pajama Game
1979 - Wildcat
1980 - Fiddler on the Roof
1981 - Carnival
1982 - Annie Get Your Gun
1983 - Camelot
1984 - Guys and Dolls
1985 - The King and I
1986 - South Pacific
1987 - Brigadoon
1988 - Bells Are Ringing
1989 - Anything Goes
1990 - Singin’ in the Rain
1991 - The Music Man
1992 - The Pirates of Penzance
1993 - Hans Christian Anderson
1994 - Oklahoma!
1995 - Kiss Me, Kate
1996 - Carousel
1997 - H.M.S. Pinafore
1998 - Mame
1999 - Fiddler on the Roof
2000 - The Pajama Game
written by original Mighty Goliath Players
MIGHTY GOLIATH PRODUCTIONS SINCE
1959
Celebrating 66 Years of Serving the Schools and Community
2001 - State Fair
2002 - Guys and Dolls
2003 - A Grand Night for Singing
2004 - The Music Man
2005 - Titanic
2006 - Brigadoon
2007 - Anything Goes
2008 - The Pirates of Penzance
2009 - Ragtime
2010 - Annie
2011 - The Sound of Music
2012 - Oliver!
2013 - Oklahoma!
2014 - Once Upon A Mattress
2015 - Seussical the Musical
2016 - Urinetown
2017 - Beauty and the Beast
2018 - Big Fish the Musical
2019 - Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
2020 - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
2022 - Children of Eden
2023 - The SpongeBob Musical
2024 - The Hunchback of Notre Dame
2025 - The Wizard of Oz
Mighty Goliath Productions, most often referred to as MGP, is a theater company which contributes funds toward the performing arts programs of the Avon Lake City Schools.
Formed in 1959, the organization continues to be entirely comprised of volunteers who donate their time and talent as performing artists, technicians, and administrators.
Since its inception, MGP has donated over $330,000 to the Avon Lake Performing Arts programs.
MGP Service Awards
MGP proudly awards company members for their service after each increment of five years. This year’s recipients are:
5 Years
Melissa Anderson
Jen Bertoni
Heather East-Tenney
Lisa Gallagher
Izzy Higley
10 Years
Nicci Cassara Billington
25+ Years
Rochelle Hylton
Rae Krebs
Sarah Novak
Christina Spears
Hailey Spears
15 Years
Ian Atwood•
Bill May
Jennifer Gercak•
• Indicates Hall of Fame Member
Congratulations Jovie! Keep following your dreams! ~Love, Grandpa and Grandma
Ensemble
(Listed in alphabetical order)
Delaney Anderson
Melissa Anderson+
Angela Andujar
Maggie Atwood
Jacki Baca
Lily Baca
Bunny Bergdorf
Deanna Bergdorf
Jen Bertoni
Jill Bezak
Grace Bleich
Chase Bridenbaker
Garrett Brown
Olivia Brown
Gwendolyn Bueche
Brandy Burke
Julie Case
Sarah Clemons-Ogan
Stephannie Cole
Izabella Conrad
Barbie Corba
Di Crandall
Eleanor Deutsch
Kenny Dietz
Luciano DiFranco
Corey Duncan
Kaitlyn Duncan
Nate Duncan
Heather East-Tenney
Alanna Edmonds
Rebekah Ferro
Christian Francek
Beth Gaertner
Ramon Garcia
Allyse Gastel
Charlotte Isabella Gearing
Sandi Gerhan
Maggie Gibel
Ireland Gillihan
Michael Grecol+
Rayna Beth Heart
Izzy Higley
Hazel Ingraham
Melissa Ingraham
Sue Jagoda
Sarah Jesse
James Jirgal
Jennifer Kassay
Brennah Kern
AJ Krebs
Moira Krebs
Rae Krebs
Connie Laettner
Luke Marcus
Sara McFadden
Clare McNulty + Indicates Dance Captain • Indicates Hall of Fame Member
Rachel Miller
Ensemble
(Listed in alphabetical order)
Heather Murray-Price
Morghan Nedrich
Ellie Norlander
Melissa Parilla-Loggia
Natalie Pearce
William Pearce
Caitlin Remy
Emma Remy
Athena Riggenbach
Zelena Riggenbach
Spencer Riley
Nate Rish
Eli Ross
Gregory Schwarten
Kathy Snezek-Kuhns•
Cortny Sommer
Paige Sommer
Dylan Stearns
Maria Steffas
Leona Steiner
Ryan Steiner
Magnolia Teeters
Percy Tenney
Danny Thain
Lisa Thain
Michael Thain
Mia Tully
Clark Varner
Ava Velez
Erin Welsh
Nathaniel White
Rosabelle Witt
Kelsey Witt + Indicates Dance Captain
• Indicates Hall of Fame Member
Peter Seidel - I’m so proud of your hard work & heart on stage! I love watching you bring stories or characters to life. Your passion & talent are a blessing. Keep shining, chasing your dreams, & making every role your own.
~Love, Mom
Heather, congratulations & keep following your dreams!
Break a leg!
~Love, Albert
Rochelle, Congrats on 6 yrs!! And Thank You for sharing your beautiful gift of music with us!
~Therese
JOIN US ON A MAGICAL JOURNEY DOWN THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD AS WE PROUDLY SUPPORT MIGHTY GOLIATH PRODUCITONS ENCHA NTING PERFORMANCE OF 'THE WIZARD OF OZ'! WE BELIEVE IN TH E POWER OF COMMUNITY AND THE ARTS. VISIT US TO FIND YOUR PE RFECT PIECE OF JEWELRY, AND HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY. STOP BY AND LET’S CREATE SOME MAGIC!"
Orchestra
Pit Assistant ..................................................... Neil Atwood
Trombone ........................................................ Reese Berns
Oboe/ English Horn ......................................... Bruce Biggin
Clarinet .......................................................... Robin Burnett
Horn ............................................................... Lisa Cheshier
Horn .............................................................. Tren Cheshier
Violin ................................................................ Ellie Conner
Percussion .................................................. Malakai Crespo
Violin ....................................................................Ava Davis
Cello ................................................................ Nora Fenske
Harp Book on Synthesizer ................................. Nina Fisher
Violin ................................................................Lauren Flaer
Piano ............................................................. Lisa Gallagher
Viola ........................................................... Michele George
Clarinet ..........................................................Sarah Gibson
Cello ..................................................................... Lily Henry
Cello ............................................................Rochelle Hylton
Shout out to the boys in the Lollipop Guild! And a special shout out to Chase. We are so proud of you.
~Love, Mom & Dad
Board of Directors
2024-2025
Kathy Snezek-Kuhns• - President
Alex Craig
Stephannie Cole
Jennifer Gercak•
Sarah Gibson
Sue Jagoda
Tony W Radca•
Monica Thompson
Jason White
Sandi Gerhan• - Treasurer
Catherine Reeves Geib - Secretary
• Indicates Hall of Fame Member
Awards Committees
Maria Steffas The MGP Board
Lobby
Janine P. Mackert•
Christina Spears
Hailey Spears
Marketing
Stephannie Cole
Kathy Snezek-Kuhns•
Catherine Reeves Geib
Therese Radca• The MGP Board & Cast
Christina Spears
Renee White Pot Luck
Ushers
Patty Frank & Members of the Avon Lake
Performing Arts
Stephannie Cole
Jennifer Gercak•
Therese Radca•
Catherine Reeves Geib Program
• Indicates Hall of Fame Member
Act One
Congratulations to all the cast & crew of The Wizard of Oz! Way to pull off this beast of a show! Break legs!
Love, Maria
Poppies .................... Glinda, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow Lion, & Chorus
Act Two
Entr’acte ................................ Orchestra with Girls Chorus
Merry Old Land of Oz ........... Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow Lion, Guard, & Ozians
Merry Old Land of Oz (Reprise) ............. Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Lion, Guard, & Ozians
If I were King of the Forest ......................... Lion, Dorothy, Tinman, & Scarecrow
March of the Winkies ............................................ Winkies
Jitterbug ............................... Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow Lion, & Jitterbugs
Jitterbug (Reprise).............................................. Jitterbugs
Winkies March (Reprise) ....................................... Winkies
Somewhere Over the Rainbow ............... Full Cast & You!
There will be one 15 minute intermission between Act I and Act II
Here’s to another fabulous show! Have fun and break a leg to all those involved in this year’s production. State Farm - Eileen R
1997 - Howard Flynn & Paul Smith
1998 - Mary Lou Fortney, Joseph LeChaix, & Ed Dingledy
1999 - Ken Kisselle, Chuck Jones, & Katie Frindt
2000 - Bob Bolen, Bette Dingledy, & Lorna Lease
2001 - Bernadette Hisey, Alice Ramaley, & Gwen Sickimich
2002 - Mary Louise Schaeffer, Franc Powell, & Muriel Homer
2003 - Walberg “Brownie” Brown
2004 - Arthur “Kewpie” Jones
2005 - Marianne Andrews
2006 - Millie Greene
2008 - Anita Hlava
2009 - Kristen Jones & Kathy Snezek-Kuhns
2010 - Casey Wolnowski
2011 - Lorene Coughlin, Mike Kral, & Kathy Leopold
2012 - Sandi Gerhan, Eileen Rupert, & Fiona Walker
2013 - Joan Hofelzer, Ken Kowalski, Doris Webb, & Ernie Walker
2014 - Gary Fischer, Jennifer Gercak, Lynn Maslinski, Bob Peters, Joann Sarvas, Beth Van Horn, & Doug Warnke
2016 - Jessica Atwood
2018 - Therese Radca
2020 - Ian Atwood, Douglas F Bailey II, & Sarah Lynne Bailey
2022 - Dave Friedel
2024 - Janine Mackert & Tony W Radca
Look for our Hall of Fame Alumni denoted by a • appearing beside their names throughout the program
Set Build & Stage Crew
Ian Atwood•
Dave Frank
Patty Frank
David Friedel•
Andi Gercak
Jennifer Gercak•
Brandon Haas
Christine Jasko
Marisa Mullner
Ryan Palermo-Varner
Therese Radca•
Tony Radca•
Catherine Reeves Geib
Josh Sarvas
Hailey Spears
Everett Swan
John Turner
Millie Turner
Ele White
Harrison White
Jason White
Nathan White
Renee White
Doug Warnke•
ALHS PAC Crew
• Indicates Hall of Fame Member
In Memoriam
Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever. You captured our hearts, our memories, and touched our lives forever more. You will be missed always, and remembered forever. Gone but never forgotten... Follow
Andy Dudik
Drama Club Avon Lake High School
April 10th - 13th, 2025
February 6,7,8, and 9, 2025
Avon Lake High School
Daniel B. Ross Performing Arts Center
Delaney Anderson Lullaby League, Snow, Flying Monkey
Delaney Anderson is excited to perform appeared as Gary in The SpongeBob roles include Simba in The Lion King Elementary (Amherst).
Melissa Anderson
Girls Chorus, Twister Dancer, Apple Tree, Jitterbug
Ian Atwood Crew
Melissa Anderson earned her Bachelor Conservatory of Music. Favorite recent Tanya in Mamma Mia. Melissa is coaching cross country with her husband
Ian has had the pleasure of working stage, playing the pit, conducting last year, he’s thrilled to pass the Maggie, do what she most loves
Jessica Atwood
The Wicked Witch of the West/Ms. Gulch
This is Jessica’s 13th year with MGP. daughter, Maggie and her dad, Bill family tradition of MGP participation. confidently say that being wicked
Maggie Atwood Lullaby League Maggie has been gracing the MGP acro, and is a proud Girl Scout. She
perform in her third MGP show with her mom Melissa. Delaney previously SpongeBob Musical and a gargoyle in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Other favorite King Kids and Young Anna in Frozen Kids. Delaney is in first grade at Powers
Bachelor of Music Education and Master of Music Education from the Oberlin recent roles include Elsa in The Sound of Music, Narrator in Joseph…, and excited for her third production with her daughter Delaney. Melissa also enjoys husband Dave.
working at many theatre’s, but is most proud of his time with MGP including time on conducting the pit, directing shows, and being part of crew. Having played the main villain torch (or broom) to his amazing wife, Jessica, while watching his daughter, to do, sing and dance! TPOG
MGP. She is especially excited to be sharing the stage once again with her Bill May. Her husband, Ian and son, Neil are backstage this year continuing the participation. Having help numerous positions within the MGP organization, Jess can wicked is some of the most fun ever!!!
MGP stage since she was six months old. She is in the 3rd grade, takes dance and She loves her dog, Ada very much.
Neil Atwood
Pit Orchestra Apprentice
Neil is in the 5th grade and plays allowing him to help out in the pit
Jacki Baca
Thundescape, Munchkinland, Poppies
Lily Baca Munchkinland, Poppies
This is Jacki’s second production performing arts programs offered concert band so far. Participating made a positive impact for our family.
This is Lily’s first MGP production. Technicolor Dream Coat and couldn’t programs at Troy and is looking forward Avon Lake Public Schools has to
Reese Berns Pit Orchestra
Jen Bertoni Crow / Winkie
Reese Berns is a junior at Avon Lake orchestra and his first show with MGP. enjoy the show!
Jen Bertoni was last seen onstage in Oberlin, and was recently approved Lorain’s Choral Spectrum. Jen thanks
piano, trumpet, and violin. He is very grateful to Ms. Novak and Mrs. Gibson for this year. He loves his dog, Ada very much.
production with MGP. Two of her four daughters have benefited from the phenomenal offered at Avon Lake City Schools. This includes choir, A Capella, Marching band, and Participating in MGP has been a fun and rewarding way to give back to programs that have family.
production. She enjoyed hearing of the fun her Mom and sisters had in Joseph and the couldn’t wait to be able to participate herself. Lily is active in both the choir and band forward to continuing exploring and learning from the performing arts programs offer.
Lake High School. This is his third time performing as a trombonist in a pit MGP. He is super excited to be part of the production this year and hopes you
onstage as Violet in LCMT’s production of 9 to 5. She currently works at the First Church approved for ordination! She also works as a private voice teacher, and sings with thanks you for coming out to support live theater in Lorain County!
Jill Bezak
Bruce Biggin
Twister
Dancer, Ozian, Haunted Tree
Jill is super excited to be apart of connections and experiencing new
Pit orchestra
oboe/English Horn Retired hospital pharmacist, lifelong
Glen Bleich
Off Stage Parent
Glen is a proud parent and grateful
Grace Bleich
Chase Bridenbaker
Munchkin Coroner, Poppy, and Ghost
Grace is excited for her first show Matilda with MAD Factory and Once Center. Grace enjoys dancing, singing, production team for granting her
Lollipop Guild, Munchkinland Chorus, Snowflake
This is Chases debut on the stage guild, munchkin land chorus and loves building with Legos. Chase
of this epic production! She is a MGP newb and looking forward to making new new and challenging tasks to bring this fresh and quirky adaptation to life!
lifelong avocational oboist (guessing you really don’t want this for pit members)
grateful to be welcomed into the Mighty Goliath Production family.
show with Mighty Goliath Productions. Her favorite previous performances include Once Upon a Mattress and The Monster Bash of Dreadstone Manor at the Beck singing, and traveling with her family. Grace is grateful to the Mighty Goliath the opportunity to join their family.
stage and his first production with MGP. Chase will be playing a part in the lollipop a snowflake. He is in the first grade and enjoys singing, takes piano lessons and is looking forward to being a part of more plays in the future.
Lisa Bridenbaker
Stage Parent, Helper where needed
Garrett Brown Munchkin/ Poppies
Lisa is a stage parent and will be the scenes and her first involvement art and sewing unique goods from
Garrett is an Avon Lake kindergartner beside his sister. Garrett hopes his Banana Ball. He would like to thank
Katie Brown
Off-Stage Parent
Olivia Brown Munchkin / snow
Katie is thrilled to be helping behind make her MGP debut with her kids
Gwendolyn Bueche
Thunderscape, Munckin, Snow, Wizard Voice
Olivia is beyond excited to make grader in Avon Lake, but when she’s Daisy Scouts. She would like to thank
Gwendolyn Bueche is very excited MGP’s production of Annie in 2010. familiar stage. Since graduating film production company Kapan Productions
helping her son Chase on and off the stage. This is her first time working behind involvement with MGP. Lisa owns a small business and enjoys being with her son, creating from her studio.
kindergartner and excited to make his first appearance on stage in MPG’s Wizard of Oz his love of singing, dancing, and playing baseball will one day lead to a future in thank his family and friends for their love and support.
behind the scenes in this year’s production of The Wizard of Oz! She’s excited to kids and would like to thank her family for encouraging her love of theater!
her acting debut in MPG’s Wizard of Oz alongside her brother. She is a first she’s not at school you can find her crafting, exploring outdoors, or involved in thank her family and friends for their love and support.
excited to be in her first MGP production. The first stage musical she saw was actually 2010. An alum of Avon Lake High School, Gwendolyn is happy to be back on a film school, Gwendolyn has been making independent short films through her Productions and with fellow Cleveland filmmakers.
Nicci Cassara Billington Choreographer
Lisa Cheshier French Horn
Nicci is delighted to be back for her choreography for high school, community high school drill teams. She has been theater and Fosse style. Love to V
Mrs. Lisa Cheshier is a retired public and in the Eucid City Schools for Vandercook College of Music. She plays French Horn in the Hillcrest Shaker Heights Community Band.
Tren Cheshier Horn
Sarah ClemonsOgan Professor Marvel / Wizard of Oz
Tren Cheshier is a graduate of Cleveland the University of Cincinnati College Cleveland and the Cleveland Jazz and section leader of the Cleveland
Sarah is so excited to be involved year’s Hunchback of Notre Dame. their partner & menagerie of pets that paved the way.
Izabella Conrad Munchkin Fiddler and Winkie Guard
Izabella is a Sophomore at Saint Joseph band and concert band playing the return to the stage after being Mrs. is excited to be part of this show
her 8th production with MGP! A dance educator for 29 years, credits include community & professional theater productions, as well as on the fields for multiple been invited to teach Master Classes at the All Ohio Dance Festival, for musical V & DB. Always for Mom.
public school orchestra teacher. She taught in the Berea City Schools for 28 years 6 years. She has a BME from Cleveland State University and a MME from Hillcrest Concert band, Heights Chamber Orchestra, and is the conductor of the Band.
Cleveland Heights High School and was trained at Cleveland State University and College Conservatory of Music. He has played with organizations including City Music Jazz Orchestra. Tren is currently principal horn of the Heights Chamber Orchestra Cleveland Philharmonic Orchestra.
involved with their 2nd MGP production this year, with the first production being last Dame. Sarah can often be found at the animal clinic they work at or spending time with at home. Many thanks to family & friends for support + all the “friends of Dorothy”
Joseph Academy. She participates in her schools crew team and is in both jazz the trumpet and euphonium. This is her first show with MGP. This marks Izabella’s Mrs. Phelps in eighth grade. She is the munchkin fiddler and winkie guard. Izabella and has had so much fun.
Eleanor Deutsch Munchkinland Chorus, Snow, Haunted Tree
Eleanor is very excited to join the Ridge Academy who loves to swim, mom for taking her to rehearsals
Jessica Deutsch Off-Stage Parent
Jessica is delighted to be supporting beautiful world of theater. When not and enjoys being active in her children’s
Lisa Gallagher Pianist
Kimberly DillonBleich Off Stage Parent
Lisa is a researcher & music therapist played piano for many shows & for (instead of working FOH due to a she is excited to be celebrating her
Kimberly is a proud parent and grateful
Corey Duncan Winkie/ Polisher
This is Corey’s stage debut! He auditioned
Ozians in her first performance with MGP. She is a friendly 4th grader at Lake swim, dance, play the ukulele, and hang out with friends. She wants to thank her and her friends and family for their support!
supporting her daughter (and the entire MGP cast) for her first foray ever into the not helping backstage, she is the mother of two children, a dog, and two cats, children’s school, hiking, and reading.
therapist at Cleveland Clinic. She is also adjunct faculty at 3 universities. She has for many groups over the years & is thrilled to be back at the keyboard this year a broken wrist last year)! Lisa thought she was playing for one show (Chitty) & now her 5th year with MGP!
grateful to be welcomed into the Mighty Goliath Production family.
auditioned for the show at the behest of his children.. and here he is killing it!
Kaitlyn Duncan Munchkin Solo/Ghost
Kaitlyn is a 5th grade student at Open been in Matilda Jr. and Pippi Longstocking
Nate Duncan Flying Monkey/ Herald
This is Nate’s fist performance with performed in Cinderella and Pippi
Heather EastTenney
Munchkin Chorus and Haunted Tree
Wizard of Oz is my 5th MGP show. once again get to share the stage a joy to help my alma mater by sharing
Rebekah Ferro
Girls Chorus/ Munchkin/ Haunted Tree
Rebekah is so excited to be back Dame, and before that has done and The Producers. She has been sends love to the rest of the cast,
Lauren Flaer
2nd Violin
Lauren is a violinist in the pit orchestra trumpet. Lauren is a graduate of Berea-Midpark B.S. in geology and a minor in plant
Open Door Christian School. This is her first play with MGP. She have previously Longstocking with MGP. He is a 7th grader at Open Door Christian School. He has previously Pippi Longstocking.
show. After taking a decades long hiatus, I came back to my roots in Hunchback. I stage with my oldest child. As a member of the Avon Lake High School class of 97, its sharing my talents with MGP.
back for her second MGP production. Last year she was in Hunchback of Notre multiple shows at Lorain Community Music Theatre, including Shrek the Musical, been involved in theater since high school, and is glad to be back on stage! She and to her fiance, Tom!
orchestra who has been playing since fourth grade and can also play the cello and Berea-Midpark High School and recently graduated from Ohio University with a plant biology. This is her first show with MGP.
Christian Francek
Beth Gaertner
Munchkin, Flying Monkey, Guard
Christian is excited to make his performance He works for NOMS Healthcare as with his wife, 8 cats, and 3 dogs.
Munchkinland Chorus/ Haunted Tree/ Poppy
Beth is happy to make her MGP debut was an Oz Beautician way back in Clague Playhouse and Workshop Dystrophy Association.. Thanks to
Allyse Gastel
Apple Tree/ Twister Dancer/ Girls’ Chorus
Allyse is so excited to be back! After community. Big thanks to her husband, play roles other than Mama, you’re
Charlotte Isabella Gearing
Munchkinland Chorus and Wizard Voice
Michele George Violist
Sawabona, Molo, Dumela, Hello my passion for theatre and singing. Having stage. A little-known fact: I has a artistry with American audiences
Michele teaches orchestra at Berea Cleveland Playhouse, and has shared George Benson, Weird Al Yankovic, songwriter Tim Blake, and is married
performance debut with Mighty Goliath Productions as ensemble for Wizard of Oz. as an IT professional. When not working or practicing, he spends time at home
debut and head to Oz for the FIFTH time in her theatre career. Her very first role in 2001 at Cassidy Theatre. Local audiences may have seen her onstage at Workshop Players, among other places. When not onstage, Beth works for the Muscular to Mom, Pippa the dog, Ricky, cast and crew!
After joining the MGP family during SpongeBob, she knew she found her husband, Kevin, for handling bed time solo every Friday so that this new mom could you’re the best!
my name is Charlotte “Charlz” I am a South African performer with a lifelong Having grown up immersed in the arts, I brings both energy and heart to the deep love for opera. I am excited to be a part of this production and to share my for the first time.
Berea City Schools. She has performed in productions at Playhouse Square, the shared the stage with Rosemary Clooney, Roy Clark, the Transiberian Orchestra, Yankovic, Meatloaf, and The Who. She also plays electric violin with Nitebridge, singer/ married to cellist, Jeffrey Schimelpfenig.
Jennifer Gercak
Scenic and Graphic Designer (unofficial Glitter Queen!)
Sandi Gerhan
Wicked Witch of the East (Legs/feet On), Ticket Chairperson, Treasurer
Jennifer is enjoying her 28th (wow ALHS. She began onstage, but after the last few years. She also has served world to her & she loves that she MGP’ers!). This year she has embraced Oz sparkle!
Maggie Gibel
Thundescape, Munchkinland Chorus, Snow
Sandi grew up with Mighty Goliath guy and occasional stage manager. followed by coordinating ticket sales Witch of the East!
Maggie is a WHS alumni and is thrilled / ensemble of numerous plays & musicals Chicago & Hello Dolly. She also enjoys No Limits. She would like to thank
Missy Gibel
Off-Stage Parent
Missy Gibel has been Maggie Gibel’s performances over the years and
Joseph Gibson Scarecrow/ Hunk
Joseph Gibson (Scarecrow/Hunk)
The SpongeBob Musical (SpongeBob (Charlie Price). Near West Theatre: I’m so grateful to share this hobby
(wow right!) year as part of MGP, having been involved since she was a student at after helping paint & dress sets has moved to helping design & build them for served as the graphic designer for over 13 years. This found family means the has been able to share it with her husband & children (who are 4th generation embraced her love of glitter - much to J. G. White’s dismay, and has loved making
Goliath Productions since her father Howard Flynn was the treasurer, back stage manager. Sandi was on stage for the first 28 shows of her 42 years of participation, sales in the lobby. Sandi is excited to perform a “bucket list” role of the Wicked
thrilled to be a part of MGP’s Wizard of Oz this winter. She has been in the chorus musicals in the WHS Drama Club including Adam’s Family, Legally Blonde, enjoys performing with Broadway Buddies, Inspirations Dance Academy & Cavs thank her friends & family for their support.
Gibel’s backstage shadow for her numerous plays, musicals and dance and is excited to be a part of MGP’s Wizard of Oz.
(Scarecrow/Hunk) is excited for this production of The Wizard of Oz! Mighty Goliath Productions: (SpongeBob SquarePants). MAD* Factory: The Woman in Black (Kipps), Kinky Boots Theatre: Beauty and the Beast (Gaston). To his wife: Sarah, you are my everything and hobby with you <3
Sarah Gibson
Rayna Beth Heart
Assistant Producer, Pit member (clarinet)
This will be Sarah’s fourth show with SquarePants Musical (2023) and loves playing board games and taking thank her husband, Joe, for his endless
Lullaby League Munchkin
Lily Henry Pit Cellist
Rayna is a passionate actress with Destination Cleveland and the new Her big personality combined with a Disney star or the next Meg Giry
Izzy Higley
Munchkin/ Haunted Tree
This will be Lily’s second time in the Dame and is excited to don some
Izzy is so excited to play a munchkin/haunted been in were Joseph and the Amazing SpongeBob Musical (French Narrator/Townfish), each and everyone of you enjoys
Sue Jagoda
Thunderscape, Munchinland Chorus/Poppy
I started participating in MGP in 2007 I worked as an educator at the Lawrence member, controlling traffic for Second as an ALPL Friend, and with the AL
with MGP, preceded by The Hunchback of Notre Dame (2024), The SpongeBob Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2019). Outside of MGP, she taking her puppy on walks. She is so grateful for her MGP family and would like to endless support!
with commercial, movie, and theatre experience. She recently did work for new 2025 Superman movie. She loves dancing, singing, and making people laugh. with her amazingly bright smile light up everything around her. She dreams of being Giry in the Phantom of the Opera.
the pit for Mighty Goliath! She had such a blast doing the Hunchback of Notre some ruby slippers with her all-black pit attire this time!
munchkin/haunted tree. She has been with MGP for 5 Year’s. Previous shows she has Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Ensemble), Children of Eden (Ensemble), The Narrator/Townfish), and The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Fancy French). she hopes the show.
2007 as part of the ensemble of Anything Goes. Before moving to Avon Lake, Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley, CA. I’m a busy retiree, as an MGP Board Second Harvest food distributions, singing with various other area groups, working AL Garden Club.
James Jirgal
Flying Mokey, Munchkin, and Snow Crew
Jennifer Kassay
Munchkinland Chorus, Flying Monkey, Thunderscape, Snow
This is James’ first MGP performance. with other productions at St. Joseph George. He also was a Oompa Loompa. very excited and hopes you enjoy
Brennah Kern
Munchkin/ Flying Monkey
Jennifer is an audiologist and first-time enjoys traveling, spending time with The Wizard of Oz by her friend Joseph talented cast and crew!
AJ Krebs
Munchkin, Hunted Tree
This is my first show ever!! Very excited
AJ is a junior at the Medina County Center for Dance Arts
Moira Krebs
Munchinland, Ozian, Jitterbug Dancer
Moira is an 8th grader who loves at MCDA, where she takes tap, jazz, this past summer and is a big fan forward to reuniting with her MGP
performance. James is a freshman at St. Edward High School. He has been involved Joseph Parish School. Last year, he was in Willy Wonka and had the part of Grandpa Loompa. In 2023, he was in the Matilda play and had the part of Michael. James is enjoy the show!
first-time performer with Mighty Goliath Productions. When not doing theater, she with family and friends, and cheering on Cleveland sports teams. Inspired to join Joseph Gibson, Jennifer is thrilled to bring this beloved story to life with such a
excited !
County Career Center. This is their 6 year with MGP and they dance and Medina
performing, whether on stage in musicals at Brunswick Middle School or dancing jazz, and Broadway classes. She enjoyed performing in NYC with her dance studio fan of Mamma Mia! When she’s not dancing or acting, Moira plays guitar and looks MGP family each year!
Rae Krebs
Connie Laettner
Munchkinland, Snow, Ozian, Haunted Tree
Rae is thrilled to be part of The Wizard creations, adventuring through epic family. Being part of the MGP community magic of Oz to life!
Janine P. Mackert
Twister Mover, Munchkinland, Poppy, Ozian, and Jitterbug Dancer
Luke Marcus
MGP Historian & Lobby Manager
Connie Laettner is thrilled to be back graduate, she is the Program Director Musical Theatre Program. Connie is not dancing!
Bill May
Thundescape, Munchkin Choir, Poppy, Oz Salon and Winkie
Janine has been active in community Community Music Theater Boards, in “Titanic”. Jan appreciates the MGP creative while being part of a quality
This is Luke’s first time being in Mighty did Suessical part of Theatre Agápe Oz Historian, Ultimate Fan of The YouTube Videos and He wanted
Uncle Henry, Wizard Voice, Poppy
Bill is excited to be part of this amazing Even better, Bills daughter and granddaughter Cordell Hull in Annie and Dr Bennett support and inspiration. Enjoy the
Wizard of Oz with MGP! At 20 years old, she enjoys cooking up delicious epic games of Dungeons & Dragons, and sharing the stage with her amazing community is one of her favorite yearly activities, and she can’t wait to bring the
back onstage with her kids in The Wizard of Oz. A Baldwin-Wallace University Director at Medina Centre for Dance Art and directs the Rising Stars Summer Connie loves inspiring creativity onstage and off, and can be found reading when she
community theater for nearly 25 years, serving on both the MGP and the Lorain Boards, performing onstage and helping backstage. Her favorite role was Ida Strauss MGP family/organization, which offers us theater nerds the opportunity to be quality theater experience.
Mighty Goliath Productions and Glad Be Part This Oz-Some Show he recently Agápe he played General Genghis Kahn Schmitz and Yertle The Turtle. Luke is Wizard of Oz and Oz Collector and He loves doing photography and Create to thank his family like his parents and friends
amazing cast! This is Bills fifteenth show with MGP but only the fourth time on stage. granddaughter will share the stage with him. Bills past MGP roles include Lt Ward/ Bennett in Big Fish. Bill would like to thank Judie, Ian and Jessica Gultch for their the show!
Sara McFadden
Girls Chorus, Apple Tree, Twister Dancer
Clare McNulty Barrister and Ghost
This is Sara’s first time being back audience members somewhere over scarecrows, Sara spends her time
This is Clare’s debut with MGP. Clare also in classical ballets including Company. Clare is a 7th grader at addition to performance arts, Clare
Jenna McNulty Off-stage Parent
Rachel Miller Jitterbug/ Chorus
Parent to Munchkinland Barrister, aide at Lakewood Catholic Academy.
Heather MurrayPrice
Munchkin, Wizard Voice, Beautician, Snow and Thunderscape
Rachel Miller is excited to be making passion for musical theater has brought makes it even more special!
Heather is making her MGP debut. in the Wizard of Oz which, is one of the amazing and talented people the arts and our local theater.
back on stage since high school and she is very excited to help take all of our over the rainbow to the magical land of Oz! When she’s not throwing apples at time crafting and being a new mommy to a wonderful little boy!
Clare has performed in Matilda Jr.(Matilda) and Willy Wonka Jr.(Ms. Teavee) and The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella. She dances with BW CAS at LCA where she is a member of the Singing Saints and Junior Model UN. In Clare plays competitive soccer.
Barrister, Clare McNulty, Jenna is enjoying being immersed in Oz! Jenna is a kindergarten Academy.
making her MGP debut. While she spends her days in the world of visual art, her brought her back to the stage. Sharing the stage with her brother Joe (Scarecrow)
debut. She is returning to acting after a 5 year hiatus and is so excited to be acting of her favorite childhood movies. She is also very excited to be working with all people involved with MGP and the show. She wants to thank all of you for supporting
Makayla Mutti Flute
Morghan Nedrich Girls Chorus
I am a junior at Berea Midpark High production with MGP and my second this experience.
Addie Norlander Back-stage Parent
This is Morghan’s third show with Mrs. Wormwood with Elyria Catholic back on stage. She would like to friends and family for their continuous
This is Addie’s first time with Mighty wishes to thank the cast and crew much about theater throughout the
Ellie Norlander
Munchkinland Chorus
Sarah Novak Pit Director
Ellie is in 4th grade at Lake Ridge a North Pole elf in the 2022 Lake at Beck Center. When not in the theater, her family (including her two cats)
This is Sarah’s 6th MGP Show. She shows. “The Wizard of Oz” is very of Dorothy her senior year of high to share the pit with many Berea-Midpark opportunity and also the pit members
High school and have been playing flute for 7 years. Wizard of Oz is my first second pit orchestra having recently performed Les Mis. I am very excited about
MGP. You may have recently seen her in a production of Matilda the Musical as Catholic Alumni Theater. Morghan is passionate about singing and is excited to get thank God for the gifts He has blessed her with. She would also like to thank her continuous support.
Mighty Goliath Productions, as a back-stage parent supporting Ellie Norlander. She crew of Mighty Goliath for being so welcoming to her and Ellie and has learned so the process.
Ridge Academy. This is her first performance with Mighty Goliath. Previously, she was Ridge production of Elf, the Musical and has performed in summer theater camp theater, Ellie enjoys playing piano and painting watercolor. She wishes to thank cats) for their support.
She started playing flute and piccolo in the pit and was the pit director the last two very special to Sarah as it was her favorite movie growing up and she played the role high school. Sarah is the Choir Director at Berea-Midpark High School and is excited Berea-Midpark students and alumni. She would like to thank the production staff for this members for taking this wonderful journey with her!
Melissa ParillaLoggia
Thunderscape, poppy and spooky tree
Bethany Pearce Vocal Music Director
Melissa is making her stage debut Peter Pan, Pippin and Honk! When thank my husband for doing extra
Bethany Pearce (she/her) is so excited Matilda at MAD* Factory (Miss Trunchbull) SpongeBob Musical (Pearl Krabs). to my Munchkins.
Brad Pearce Off Stage Parent
Natalie Pearce
Lullaby League/Ghost
Brad is an Algebra teacher at Elyria
Natalie Pearce (she/her) is excited SpongeBob Musical (townfish/pirate) Factory include Ensemble in Matilda piano lessons, dance, and anything
William Pearce Lollipop Guild/ Ghost
William Pearce (he/him) is following year, he performed as a baby jellyfish piano lessons. In his spare time,
debut with MGP. In the past she has been in productions of Bye Bye Birdie, Suessical, When not on stage Melissa is a special education teacher, wife and mom. I want to extra bedtimes and I would like to wish my son Sal Happy 5th Birthday!
excited to return as Vocal Music Director this year! Recent theater credits include Trunchbull) MGP’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame (vocal music director) and The Krabs). Bethany teaches 6th-12th grade choir at Keystone Local Schools. Sending love
Elyria City Schools. He is the father of Natalie and Will Pearce.
excited to be in her third MGP show! She was previously seen in MGP’s The (townfish/pirate) and The Hunchback of Notre Dame (gargoyle). Other recent roles at MAD* Matilda and Pearl’s Parent in Finding Nemo Kids. Natalie is in 4th grade, and enjoys anything related to art!
following in Mom and big sister’s footsteps and is making his MGP debut this year! Last jellyfish in Finding Nemo Kids (MAD* Factory). Will is in 1st grade, and he takes he loves to read and play video games.
Therese Radca Stage and Build Crew
Jovie Radwan Voice of Toto
I’m happy to be celebrating my 15th served as Producer, Marketing Director enjoyed making the set a beautiful creative and hardworking crew.
Kim Rees
Thundescape, Munchkinland, Wizard’s Voice
Jovie Radwan is a 6th grader at Troy most recent roles included Nigel Manor at the Beck Center. When
Catherine M. Reeves
Aunt Em, Wizard Voice
This will be Kim’s 6th show with MGP Agape. Recent roles are Cat in the Express/ Independence Community husband for allowing her to do what
This is Catherine’s 8th production various roles the last 6 years. It brings from Ohio, Catherine & her son are for joining us & knows you will enjoy
Caitlin Remy
City father #1, Flying monkey
This is Caitlin’s first year with MGP at other companies. She is in 7th dance. She is grateful for this amazing
15th straight season with MGP. I’ve previously participated in the ensemble, Director and on the Board of Directors including as President. This year I’ve beautiful background for this amazing cast. I’m grateful for being a part of such a
Troy Intermediate School in Avon Lake. This is her first show with MGP! Jovie’s in Matilda at MAD Factory and Jane the ghost in The Monster Bash of Dreadstone not doing theater, Jovie enjoys reading, riding horses, singing, and playing violin.
MGP and her second trip back to Oz which she did last November with Theatre the Hat Seussical/Theatre Agape (Nov. 2024), Greta Olsen/Murder on the Orient Community Theater. Her favorite role to date has to be the Cat in the Hat. She thanks her what she loves!!
production with MGP & 4th on stage. She has served on the MGP Board of Directors in brings her great joy to entertain & serve her community! Although not originally are happy to call Avon Lake home for the last 17 years. Catherine thanks you all enjoy the show!
MGP but she has been in High School Musical, Seussical, Shrek, and 101 Dalmatians grade at Learwood Middle School. She also enjoys basketball, writing, and Irish amazing experience and looks forward to future performances!
Emma Remy City Father #2, Ghost
Emma is a fifth grader at Troy. When jumping around singing songs. Second musical is Wicked. She is definitely from Wicked.
Jonah Riberdy Trumpet 2
Athena Riggenbach
Zelena Riggenbach
Girls Chorus, Munchkin Teacher 2
Jonah goes to Berea-Midpark and He is so excited to be playing trumpet again after he graduated.
Munchkin Teacher 1, Winkie
Athena returns to the stage as Munchkin share the stage with her 7yr old daughter Cabaret at JCU. She paused her her family but, she wouldn’t have
Zelena is thrilled to debut in WOZ alongside her Mom for her 1st show! Extras: Playing Piano, Karate, Ballet, Thanks to Miss Connie at MCDA
Spencer Riley Crow/Guard
This marks Spencer’s fourth show the Cowardly Lion). Past shows include graduate of Marietta College with and the cast and crew for a great
When she is not acting you will usually find her under a desk reading a book or Second oldest of 4. She wants to be on Broadway when she is older. Her favorite definitely the DRAMA Queen of the family. Her favorite song is Dancing through life
and participates in their marching band, symphonic band, choirs, and drama club. trumpet with MGP for the first time, and also to be playing with his friend Henry
Munchkin Teacher 2 & Girls Chorus after a 15 year “intermission”. She is blessed to daughter for her 1st show! During college, Athena was in Little Shop of Horrors & HR career to now spend her days as a Homeschooling Momma & Taxi driver for it any other way - Love You!
WOZ as Munchkin Teacher 1 and a Winkie. She’s excited to be sharing the stage show! When not in Oz, Zelena is a 1st grade Homeschooler staying busy with all her Ballet, Broadway Jazz & Tap, Girl Scouts, PSR, Gymnastics, & Horseback Riding. for the NUDGE to Audition with MGP!
show with MGP and his second trip down the Yellow Brick Road (he previously played include 9 to 5, Godspell, and The Sound of Music among others. He is a 2014 with a BFA in Theater. He would like to thank his family and friends for their support, great experience. Enjoy the show!
DeShanae Sawyer Piccolo/Flute
My name is DeShanae Sawyer and playing in it pit orchestra and I am
Gregory Schwarten
Munchkinland Chorus, Polisher, Ozian, Winkie, Wizard Voice.
Peter Seidl Hickory/ Tinman
I’m new to musical theater and this showcase for my vocals.
This is my first performance outside roles, but some highlights are: Harold Fox in Curtains. I love bringing charisma, bring the story of Oz to life!
Anthony Sessin III
Bari Sax, Clarinet 3, Flute 3, Recorder
Kathy SnezekKuhns Various
Hello! My name is Anthony, I am I have played a saxophone for 5 years for 1 year and flute for 3 months now.
This is Kathy’s 21st year with MGP. President of the Board of Directors. time! Love to all family, friends and
and I am a sophomore at Berea-Midpark High School and this is my first year am excited to be playing this year.
this is my first show. My Voice Instructor felt it would be a challenge and a
outside of high school, but I have been in a number of shows prior and taken on many Harold Hill in The Music Man, Seymour Krelborn in Little Shop of Horrors, and Aaron charisma, humor, and heartfelt storytelling in every performance. I cannot wait to
a sophomore at Berea-Midpark High School and I was born in Fairbanks Alaska! years but I’ve played Bari Saxophone for only 3 years. Also, I have played clarinet now. I enjoy this program a lot and I do plan on continuing after high school!
MGP. She is so grateful for all the positions she has held with MGP and is currently Directors. Special shout out to her niece Mia for joining her on stage for the very first and you the audience! Sit back and let us take you to Oz!
Cortny Sommer
Girls Chorus, Mover, Munchkinland Chorus
Cortny Sommer, is excited to be returning Paige is joining her on stage this opportunities, she is especially grateful allowing her the opportunity to pursue
Paige Sommer City Father, Poppi Chorus
Paige is very excited to be joining dancing, swimming, cheerleading her family. She wants to thank Mom, for everything! Also thanks to her
Maria Steffas
Girls Chorus
Timothy Richard Swan Director/ Designer
Maria is glad to be in the merry old the rest of the production team for
Timothy Richard Swan is humbled with MGP directing Hunchback of This is his 6th show with MGP having Amherst to Brecksville since 2013.
Allyson Teeters Off Stage Parent
Allyson is happy to support her daughter
returning for her 6th show with MGP and she is especially excited her daughter year! Music has been a huge part of Cortny’s life affording her many wonderful grateful to her parents, in-laws,and to her husband Eric and son Lincoln for pursue this passion. Love you ya
joining MGP for her first show! A first grader in Avon Lake she enjoys reading, singing, cheerleading with Top Gun, video games, playing with her friends, and spending time with Mom, Dad, Lincoln, Grandma and Papa Sommer and Grandma and Papa Schwartz new MGP friends!
old land of Oz for her 9th show with MGP. She wants to thank Ricky, Jason, and for all of their hard work.
humbled and honored to be returning as director of this years show. He has been seen of Notre Dame (23/24) and assistant directing SpongeBob the Musical (22/23). having been onstage for three of them. Timothy has worked all over NE Ohio from 2013. Thank you for attending this years show!
daughter Magnolia in her first MGP performance, as an off stage parent.
Magnolia Teeters
Munchkinland Chorus, Snow
Percy Tenney
Munchkin and Haunted Tree
Magnolia is a 4th grader at Avon debut! Over the last 5 years she has dancing in her dance studio’s yearly also enjoys competitive swimming
This is Percy’s 2nd show with MGP. They are joined with their mother the Parma Senior High drama club when not in rehearsal.
Danny Thain
Munchkinland chorus, ghost
Lisa Thain Crow, Flying Monkey
Danny Thain is a first grader that When he’s not performing, he’s either
I am excited to be a first time participant show). I have been a fan of musical singing background includes singing music on guitar and harmonica.
Michael Thain
Munchkinland Chorus, Flying Monkey, Wizard Voice
I am excited to be a first time participant show). I have been a fan of musical singing background includes singing music on guitar and harmonica.
Lake’s Eastview Elementary. This is her 1st show with MGP and her theatrical has performed on stage in various other ways- singing in the school talent show, yearly recitals, singing with the school choir, newly joining recorder ensemble. She swimming and riding horses.
MGP. They started off last year as a Choir Member in Hunchback of Notre Dame. Heather on stage. They also were in Addams Family as the Bride Ancestor with club in 2022. They are a Choir kid and enjoy Dungeons and Dragons and reading
enjoys cats, Legos, Minecraft, drawing, and spending time with his MGP friends. either creating artwork or building new worlds in Minecraft.
participant in MGP, along with my son Danny, and wife Lisa (who is in her 2nd MGP musical theatre for awhile but this will be my first performance experience. My singing (but mostly yelling) for a garage rock band. I love music and play folk
participant in MGP, along with my son Danny, and wife Lisa (who is in her 2nd MGP musical theatre for awhile but this will be my first performance experience. My singing (but mostly yelling) for a garage rock band. I love music and play folk
Monica Thompson Glinda
Monica Thompson (She/Her) is a in the pop-u-lar role of Glinda. She of Eden. Monica also serves as the Board. She would like the thank Sam
Millie Turner
Stagehand/ Crew I am a freshman at Keystone High
Erin Welsh
Girls Chorus/ Apple Tree/ Twister Dancer/Ozian
Erin is glad to be back for her 2nd Dame (French Ensemble). She is currently student teaching at Strongsville yellow brick road to Oz with us!
J. G. White
Producer and Puppet Master
Nathaniel White Munchkin Chorus and Ozian
This is my 5th year in MGP & I am couple of months for me & my family. new additions to the MGP family.
The Wizard of Oz is Nathan’s 7th and is now a freshman in college. his way back on stage and would glad to have grown up with MGP
local actor and director. She is thrilled to be returning to the MGP stage this year She was previously seen in Hunchback of Notre Dame, SpongeBob, and Children the drama director for Berea Midpark Middle School, and is a member of the MGP Sam for always supporting her!
High School who loves singing, writing, and hanging out with my friends!
2nd show with MGP; her first show with MGP was last year’s, Hunchback of Notre in her last year at Baldwin Wallace studying English and Education and is Strongsville High School. She thanks you for your support as you travel down the
am so excited to be a part of this beautiful production! MGP “season” is such a fun family. I love see our long time MGP family on Friday nights as well as meeting the
show with MGP. Nathan has been involved with MGP since he was 11 years old, college. In this time, he has been on stage, backstage, and in the pit. He has now made would like to thank his parents for driving him home from college for rehearsals. He is and is excited for the show!
Renee White Props Manager
Kelsey Witt
Apple Tree, Twister Dancer, Girls Chorus
This is my 6th year in MGP & I am couple of months for me & my family. new additions to the MGP family.
Rosabelle Witt Munchkin, Poppy, Ghost
Kelsey is thrilled to join MGP again Youth Engagement Specialist for Rosabelle and Lucy, and cats, Piper
Megan Zakeri
Dorothy
Rosabelle is joining MGP for the first Willy Wonka at Pioneer Theater and Rosabelle is in Kindergarten at Hayes Crossing and Harry Potter.
Megan Zakeri (she/her) is a sophomore show with MGP, and it’s an honor the Beast), and Audrey (Little Shop friends and family back home in Buffalo.
am so excited to be a part of this beautiful production! MGP “season” is such a fun family. I love see our long time MGP family on Friday nights as well as meeting the
again for her 6th show and 1st MGP show with her daughter, Rosabelle. Kelsey is a Cleveland Play House and lives in Lakewood with her husband, Zack, daughters, Piper and Wayne.
first time and loves it! She has recently performed in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and and takes ballet, tap, and jazz.
Hayes Elementary. Rosabelle likes reading books, watching tv, and playing Animal
sophomore Music Education major at Baldwin Wallace Conservatory. This is her first honor to be taking on a role such as Dorothy. Recent credits include Belle (Beauty and Shop of Horrors). Meg would like to thank the MGP team, her friends at BW, and Buffalo. Instagram: @meganzakeri
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