Jeriah (Jeri) Elliott, ‘26 (Mmmbeth/Marathon Runner), President, is a senior at SDA. She’s excited to act in the production of Mmmbeth! She has consistently been in the Drama Club’s productions, including Anne Shirley in L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables and the Cowardly Lion in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. She’d like to thank her cast and crew members who have put a great deal of effort into this show. She also wants to thank Mrs. Herrera, Ms. Gilbert and Korinne Coaxum for putting their continuous efforts into the production. Alexis Manocchio, ‘27 (Lady Mmmbeth), Vice President, is a junior at SDA. She is very excited to be acting in Mmmbeth! She’s previously acted as Dorothy in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz ,Diana Barry in L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables, and more. She’d like to thank Mrs. Herrera, Ms. Gilbert, and her fellow Drama Club E-Board members for the countless hours they have spent in preparation for this production. She’d also like to thank her family and friends for their unwavering support and guidance. She also thanks her incredibly talented cast and crew members for another incredible show!
Maira Qaiser, ‘28 (Daphne), is a sophomore at SDA. She is thrilled to be a part of Mmmbeth! She previously performed as Matthew Cuthbert in L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables and The Guardian of the Gates in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. She is grateful for the opportunity to continue growing with the club. She’d like to thank Mrs. Herrera, Ms. Gilbert, Korinne, Jeri, and Alexis for always being there for the club as well as their guidance, support. She sends love and appreciation to her friends and family for cheering her on!
I'yanna McGhee, ‘29 (Twit), is a freshman at SDA. She's very excited to participate in Mmmbeth as this is her first show. She would like to thank her friends for pushing her to join drama and to her family for supporting and encouraging her even when she felt like she couldn't do it. She would also like to thank Mrs. Herrera and Ms. Gilbert for their hard work and dedication in directing this play.
Pia Uderani, ‘28 (Doris), is a sophomore at SDA. She is excited to be participating in Mmmbeth! Pia has previously acted in L.M.
Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables as Gilbert Blythe and Lucilla Harris. She would like to thank her fellow cast and crew members for all of the support she has received throughout the rehearsal process.
Mahrael Fakhry, ‘27 (Banquo/Marathon Runner), is a junior at SDA. She is excited to be back in the Drama Club in the production of Mmmbeth! Mahrael previously performed in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables at SDA. She enjoys stepping out of her comfort zone and bringing different characters to life on stage. She’ s grateful for the friendships and memories made while being in drama, is excited for everything to come.
Sophia Lee, ‘28 (Macduff/Hecate), is a sophomore at SDA. She’s previously participated in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz as a Winged Monkey and L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables as Lucy Maude Montgomery. She is looking forward to making memories with her cast mates during her third production at SDA. She would like to thank her family and friends for supporting her, as well as Mrs. Herrera, Ms. Gilbert and the Drama executive board for their constant encouragement.
Marianna (Mari) Reyes, ‘29 (Murderer #1/Marathon Runner), is a freshman at SDA. Mari is exceptionally excited to act in the play Mmmbeth! She’s previously participated in productions of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables at SDA. She would like to thank Mrs. Herrera & Ms. Gilbert for giving her a role in this production, her family for supporting her throughout the rehearsal process, all the talented actresses and stagehands involved in this play, especially Jeriah Elliott for her support and love.
Shanaya Estime, ‘29 (Murderer #2/Soldier #2/Marathon Runner) is a freshman at SDA. This is her first time doing a play, and it has been a wonderful experience for her. She would like to thank Ms. Gilbert & Mrs. Herrera for putting this play together and pushing her into trying new things. She would also like to thank her Mom for letting her be part of the Drama Club.
Judy Hafiz, ‘28 (Queen Duncan), is a sophomore at SDA. She is very excited to be participating in Mmmbeth! Judy has been active in the Drama Club since freshman year, and she has performed in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and L.M. Mongomery’s Anne of Green Gables. She would like to thank her
mother for always supporting her, and Mrs. Herrera and Mrs. Gilbert for their hard work and assistance in this production.
Izabella Luna Dyer, ‘29 (Solider #1/Gentlewoman/Marathon Runner) is a freshman at SDA. She enjoys performing on stage because it gives her a chance to express herself by bringing different characters to life. She works hard during rehearsals and always tries to help her castmates stay positive. She would like to thank Ms. Gilbert and Mrs. Herrera for putting this show together.
Lily-Marie Markos, ‘27 (Son of Macduff/Doctor/Server), is a junior at SDA. She is thrilled to be participating in Mmmbeth! She’s participated in Clue, Bad Auditions by Bad Actors, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables. She’d like to thank her family for their support, as well as Korinne, Jeri, Ms. Gilbert, and Mrs. Herrera for their hard work and words of encouragement. Lastly, thanks to the the cast and crew for new friendships and helping her.
Mirage Imran, ‘30 (Stage Crew/Ensemble/Understudy Son of Macduff), is an 8th grader at SDA. She has previously participated in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz as a member of Stage Crew, and Anne of Green Gables as Stage Crew and in the role of Charlie Sloan. She is excited to be a part of the Drama Club and is devoted to it. She would like to thank everyone in the club for being so positive and kind to her and for being awesome club members. She also wants to thank Korinne for being an excellent stage manager and Jeri for being an amazing president.
Crew Bios
Korinne Coaxum, ‘26 (Stage Manager/Lights), Treasurer, is a senior at SDA. She is thrilled to be a part of Mmmbeth! Korinne has previously acted in Clue, was Stage Crew in Cinderella: The Untold Story, and she was an Usher for L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables at SDA. She would like to thank Mrs. Herrera and Ms. Gilbert for the many hours they have dedicated to prepare the cast and crew for this amazing production. Lastly,
she would like to thank the cast and crew for another memorable show!
Marina Samwaeil, ‘27 (Assistant Stage Manager/Stage Crew), Secretary, is a junior at SDA. She is delighted to be participating in Mmmbeth! She has previously participated as Stage Crew for L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables, she played Oz in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and Josh in Bad Auditions by Bad Actors. She would like to thank her family and friends for all their love and support, her fellow cast and crew for being awesome and creating friendships, and Mrs. Herrera and Ms. Gilbert for making this play come together!
Olivia Conti, ‘27 (Stage Crew), Production Manager, is a junior at SDA. She is very excited to participate in Mmmbeth! as Stage Crew. Olivia has been Stage Manager for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and Assistant Stage Manager for Clue. She was a member of Stage Crew for Bad Auditions by Bad Actors and Anne of Green Gables. She would like to thank her family for their support, and Mrs. Herrera and Ms. Gilbert for their hard work and dedication in directing this play.
Isabella Galarza, ‘29 (Stage Crew/Sound) is a freshman at SDA. She is super excited to participate in her first play, Mmmbeth as a member of Stage Crew. Isabella has had a starring role as an angel in her grammar school’s Christmas play. She would like to thank her family for their support and in encouraging her to try something new. She would also like to thank Mrs. Herrera and Korinne Coaxum for their hard work and their strong dedication in directing the play.
Izabella Tamoro, ‘29 (Stage Crew/Curtains), is a freshman at SDA. She is very excited to be a part of this wonderful production. This is her first time working behind the scenes, and she's excited to bring this show to life from backstage. Izabella would like to thank Mrs. Herrera and other crew members for being so kind and welcoming, and for giving her this opportunity.
McKenzi Robinson, ‘29 (Stage Crew/Spotlight), is a freshman at SDA. She is very happy to be a part of Mmmbeth as this is her first play at SDA. She would like to thank her friends and family for encouraging to join and be a part of the Drama Club. She
would also like to give thanks to the stage crew, cast members, Mrs. Herrera and Ms. Gilbert their support, guidance, and patience throughout all of the rehearsals.
Kennedy Wheeler, ‘29 (Stage Crew), is a freshman at SDA. She is thrilled to be participating in Mmmbeth! This is her very first production, and she is excited to be joining the stage crew as a runner. Although she is new to theater, Kennedy is excited to learn, grow, and contribute behind the scenes. She would like to thank her family and friends for their constant encouragement, as well as the stage crew and directors for welcoming her and guiding her through her first production.
Nina-Marie Wheeler, ‘27 (House Manager), is a junior at SDA. She’s very excited to assist with the Drama Production Mmmbeth! Nina’s been ushering for the Drama Club’s productions since her freshman year. She’d like to thank her parents for driving her to and from shows. She’d also like to thank Mrs. Herrera for all her hard work to make this production happen. Congrats to the cast, crew, & E-Board for putting in long hours, tiring rehearsals, and their hearts into this show!