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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’ S DREAM Student Bios

Brynn is a freshman and has been in 5 different productions in her theatre career. This is her second production in SCA Theatre. Some of her favorite roles are Ethel Toffelmier in The Music Man, and Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda Jr. She would like to thank her family for all their support, and all of her theatre teachers/directors for all that they have taught her throughout the years. She would finally like to thank the Lord for bringing her to a loving Christian theatre community and school.

Veronica Brizuela (Makeup Crew Lead)

Veronica is a freshman at SCA. She has done hair and makeup in 8 shows including this one. She would like to thank all of her friends who encourage her, and also the Lord for being able to have the opportunity to be in shows.

Emma Coats (Titania)

Emma Coats is a senior and has been a part of the SCA Theatre for 6 years. Her favorite roles have been Marian Paroo in The Music Man, Charlotte in Cinderella, Broadway, Mrs. Darling in Peter Pan, Meg Brockie in Brigadoon, and Dolly Levi in Hello, Dolly! She would like to thank her wonderful castmates for always bringing a smile to her face. She would also like to thank her family for always encouraging her to pursue her wildest dreams. Most importantly, Emma would like to thank Jesus for giving the world the arts and for coming down and saving everyone.

Adelle Cochran (Student Director)

Adelle has been a member of SCA Theatre for 2 years. Some of her favorite shows include Brigadoon and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. She would like to thank her family for being supportive and getting her to rehearsals. She is also thankful for all her friends and everyone in the cast and crew. Last, but not least, Adelle is grateful for Mrs. Horine and her guidance and support.

Violet Darby (Fairy, Costume Crew Lead)

Violet is a sophomore at SCA. This is her 9th show at SCA and her 11th show overall. Her favorite roles have been playing Marilla Cuthbert in Anne of Green Gables and Mrs. Squires in The Music Man. Violet would like to thank her family and friends for supporting her, her castmates for being great people to work with, and the seniors for being amazing mentors. She also would like to especially thank her co-lead and best friend Addie for everything she has done.

Addison Davies (Hermia, Musical Composer, Costume Crew Lead)

Addie, a senior this year, has performed in 24 productions throughout her theatre career. Some of her favorite roles include Mrs. Paroo in The Music Man, Lily St. Regis in Annie, and Evil Villain Lady in One Acts. She has been writing songs for as long as she can remember and is so excited to have her music played in this show. She would like to thank everyone who has impacted her musical and theatre career. Additionally, she would like to thank the Lord for bringing her to the place where she is today.

BreAnna Ellison (Fairy)

BreAnna is a junior and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 3 years. Some of her favorite shows include, The Music Man, Hello, Dolly!, and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. She would like to thank her family for encouraging her to do theatre. She would also like to thank her family and her boyfriend for coming to all the shows to support her.

Josie Gillihan (Set Crew)

Josie is a sophomore and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 4 years. Some of her favorite roles/shows include Hello, Dolly! and Cinderella, Broadway. She would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her. She would like to thank Mrs. Horine for always being so optimistic and supportive of the group. Lastly, Josie is thankful for all the opportunities that the Lord has given her!

Abigail Gleason (Hippolyta, Dramaturg)

Abby is a junior and has been in 13 shows at SCA, with 16 overall. Her favorite roles include Zaneeta Shinn in The Music Man and Jane Ashton in Brigadoon. She would like to thank her theatre sisters and brothers for always lending her a helping hand and heart and her director for giving her this opportunity. Most of all, Abby would like to thank Jesus Christ for loving her and giving her the ability to perform in this wonderful production. Finally, Abby wants to dedicate this performance to her parents, Dustin and Natasha, for always encouraging her to work hard at everything she does and doing it all for God's glory. They are her biggest role models and she is forever grateful for the sacrifices they have made for her.

Abby Hensley (Stage Crew)

Abby is an 8th grade student and is thrilled to be part of her 4th SCA production. She has previously delighted audiences as Amaryllis in The Music Man and showcased her versatility playing both Val and Maureen Artee in A Lighter Shade of Noir. In this production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, Abby is working backstage and loving every minute of it. Beyond the stage, Abby is an active member of the SCA band, a member of NJHS, and an SCA cheerleader. She is incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of her parents and friends.

Charli Hinton (Helena, Set Crew Lead)

Charli is a senior and has been part of SCA Theatre for 6 years. She has been the head of the Construction Crew for 3 of those years. Some of her favorite shows have been A Simpler Time, Brigadoon, and Haphazardly Ever After. Charli would like to give praise to the Lord as he has given her joy for theatre and give thanks to her family and friends for supporting her through all her years.

George Hoelzel (Egeus)

George has been a member of SCA Theatre for 3½ years and has participated in 7 shows in this program. George Hoelzel is excited to play Theseus in this show and very thankful to be acting with old friends for the final time in theatre! George is thankful for all his friends who encouraged him to get out of his comfort zone to be in the arts and make high school so memorable! George would also like to thank all the members of the audience for which he has performed and all the generous compliments they have given him!

Noah Howes (Demetrius)

Noah is a sophomore and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 3 years. Some of his favorite shows include Hello, Dolly! and The Music Man. He would like to thank his family for always getting him to rehearsals and supporting him during this experience, and his cast mates for their dedication and always encouraging him and making him laugh. He would like to thank Mrs. Horine for giving him this incredible opportunity and guiding him to always do his best. Last, but not least, Noah is grateful to the Lord for giving him these passions and an outlet to use them for His glory!

Jenna Jones (Costumes, Stage Crew)

Jenna is in 8th grade. This is her 8th show at SCA and her 4th show being on stage crew. She would like to thank her older sister, Ella, for always inspiring her.

Noah Lam (Puck/ Robin Goodfellow)

Noah Lam is a freshman and this is his 1st theatre production. He participates in football, basketball, track, debate, theatre, and is a violinist in orchestra. He would like to thank Coach Bartow, Coach Porter, and Mr. Lindsey for being flexible along with his parents and family members for supporting him and driving him to everything. He would also like to thank God for helping him in every way and giving him strength to do what he needed to do even when it was hard.

James Lee (King Oberon)

James is a senior who has been doing Christian Youth Theatre and SCA Theatre for 10 years. Some of his favorite roles were Mr. Beaver in The Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe, Charlie Dalrymple in Brigadoon, and Jeremy in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. He would like to thank his parents, grandparents, and friends for all their love and support.

Anna Priscilla Lingel (Stage Crew)

Anna is a sophomore and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 3 years. She loved being in the Ensemble for The Music Man. She would like to thank God for being faithful and giving her these opportunities to showcase the talents that He has given her. She would also like to thank her cast and crew mates who have become like family and never cease to make her laugh. To Mrs. Horine for the great opportunity. And lastly, Anna Priscilla would like to thank her parents who have guided her steps in the Lord and encouraged her to be her best in every aspect of her life!

Hannah Mervin (Fairy)

Hannah is a freshman and has been a member of theatre for 3 years. Her favorite roles have been Beatrice in A Lighter Shade of Noir, and one of the Anne’s in Anne of Green Gables. She also loves helping out with the crew for the musicals. Hannah is thankful for her lovely director, cast members who always make her laugh, and crew mates who always have anything you need! She is also thankful for her family, and most of all Jesus!

Regan McCarty (Costume Crew)

Regan is a freshman and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 2 years. She would like to thank her family for always getting her to Saturday work days and encouraging her to do costumes. She would like to thank Mrs. Horine for giving her this incredible opportunity and guiding her to always do her best. Last, but not least, Regan is grateful to the Lord for giving her these passions and an outlet to use them for his glory!

Victor Nichols (Egeus)

Victor is a junior and this is his 1st show with SCA Theatre. He would like to thank his family for their support and the SCA Theatre community for their encouragement and commitment. He would also like to thank Mrs. Horine for the opportunity to participate in SCA Theatre and for her encouragement. Most importantly, Victor is thankful to the Lord for this opportunity and looks forward to using it for His glory!

Aidan Parker (Tom Snout-Wall)

Aidan is in his sophomore year and is a new member of the SCA Theatre program. Aidan has been enjoying the theatre environment at SCA. He would like to thank Mrs. Horine for giving him this experience, and a new opportunity to do something different. He would like to thank his parents for always getting him to rehearsals and siblings, Ezra and Eloise, for supporting him during his experience, his cast mates for their dedication and always making every day lots of fun. Finally, Aidan is thankful to the Lord for giving him this new outlet to use him for the glory of God!

Bauer Pfannenstiel (Tech Crew)

Bauer is a sophomore and this is his 1st show with SCA Theatre. He joined to hangout with friends, but fell in love with tech. He has enjoyed getting to see the process of how the show comes together and making new friends in the theatre. He is definitely planning on participating in future shows!

Isaac Phillips (Robin Starveling - Moonshine)

Isaac is a freshman and has been a part of SCA Theatre for 3 years. His favorite shows were Peter Pan, Hello Dolly!, and favorite role was Michael in Peter Pan. He would like to thank his family for taking me to all the theatre weekend events. He would also like to thank his friends for making it memorable and fun to go to. He is thankful to Mrs. Horine for giving me these opportunities with shows like this and many more to come. He’s thankful to the Lord for guiding him to this cast and crew years ago and for the ability to teach others. The Lord has given him this ability to give it to God's glory and to do it for Him.

Jackson Shrum (Philostrate)

Jackson is a sophomore and this is his 1st year as a member of the SCA Theatre department. He would like to thank his family for always working around his theatre schedule and supporting him through his first play, his cast mates for working hard and including him in their department, and the Lord for giving him this opportunity to act and express himself in a creative outlet.

Weston Stucker (Peter Quince)

Weston is a senior and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 5 years. Some of his favorite shows were: Superheroes and Space, Cinderella, Broadway, The Pirate Bride, Hello, Dolly!, Peter Pan, Brigadoon, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Music Man, A Midsummer's Night Dream, and all the one acts. He would like to thank his family for encouraging an activity some would deem "un-manly," but we all know real men do something artistic. That was enough, thank you. He would also like to thank his other family, or more commonly known as friends. They taught him unity, some taught him a bit of love, others gave him community, others laughter. That was enough, thank you. Mrs. Horine showed him perseverance and showed him creative vision and expression. That was enough, thank you. He would like to thank God. For without Him, he could do nothing. Nothing of value nor meaning (John 15:5). He placed Weston where he was and that was enough. However, He did so much more and never gave up on Weston. That was and is and will be enough, thank you. Finally, thank you reader and audience for yourself. Your presence, applause, and especially laughter has meant wonders for those on stage, especially those who know theatre is a platform to spread God's light to people. Giving them life in a dying world. This moment is over. That was that. It is time to go on to new "stages" with new "shows." Always remember though, no matter the "comedy," or "drama," or "interlude," or even "tragedy" you are experiencing, when the curtain calls come, so will He. And as long as you stuck it through till the lights on the ceiling went on, or came back before everyone left, He will bring you on the stage with Him forever more (Isaiah 41:10), and THAT is more than enough. Thank you.

Izzy Thompson (Peaseblossom)

Izzy Thompson is a sophomore and this is her 8th show at SCA, and her 9th overall. Her favorite role she had the honor of playing was Gracie Shinn in The Music Man. Izzy has enjoyed acting in a Shakespearean play with complex lines and scenes. She would like to thank her mom, dad, and sister for providing her with the love, support, and transportation she needed to participate in this show. She would also like to thank God, Mrs. Horine, and her fellow actors and actresses for making this show feel magical! Lastly, she would like to acknowledge her fairy crew in this show, and specifically the four seasons fairies who always made her smile!

Levi Tomlin (Lysander)

Levi is a senior at SCA and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 4 years. This is his 10th show at SCA and 11th overall. Some of his favorite roles include Peter Pan from Peter Pan, Barnaby from Hello, Dolly!, Kurt from The Sound of Music, Peter from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, and August from The Pirate Bride. Levi would like to thank his family for supporting, spending the money, and helping with lines. He would also like to thank his cast mates and friends for supporting and encouraging. Next, he would like to thank Mrs. Horine for showing the cast mercy and respect. She makes theatre fun and fights for all her kids. Lastly, Levi would like to thank the Lord for the opportunity to use his talents to reflect all the glory and honor right back up to God.

Addison Welch (Mote)

Addison is a junior and this is her 14th show at SCA. Her favorite role was playing Detective Goose in A Case to Crack. She is incredibly grateful for everyone and everything God has given her, and she would like to thank her family for constantly supporting her and her friends and mentors for their advice and encouragement throughout this show.

Makayla Welch (Fairy)

Makayla Welch is a freshman. This is the 7th show she has been a part of and she loves every second of it! Her favorite role was Shirley Holmes in A Lighter Shade of Noir. She would like to thank her family for their support and the theatre

Esther Willoughby (Nobility)

Esther is a junior at SCA this year. This is her 8th show at SCA. Some previous shows and roles she’s done were ensemble for Hello, Dolly!, Tick Tock Croc for Peter Pan, Glitterbell for Haphazardly Ever After, Ensemble in Brigadoon, Witch's Army in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Eulalie Shinn in The Music Man, and Production Assistant in The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood. She would like to show gratitude toward her friends for helping her get through some of the stress that can come with being an actress (especially during show week and tech week) Finally, she thanks God for giving her the gifts for the arts.

Junius Yancik (Nick Bottom)

Junius is a freshman at SCA and is involved in many of the arts. He has grown up in the theatre and continues to fulfill that dream! This is Junius’ 3rd show with SCA but 29th in total. He would like to thank all his amazing castmates for providing such a cultivating community. He would also like to thank his mother and Grandpa Renata for all that they do to help with rehearsals and financial input. Last, but not least, his phenomenal director Mrs. Horine for putting his God-given potential on the stage!

Elijah Zicari (Tech Crew Lead)

Elijah is a freshman and has been a member of SCA Theatre for 3 years now. His favorite shows to run tech have been Brigadoon and The Music Man. He would like to thank his parents for waiting the extra time after rehearsal to give him time to clean up. He would also like to thank Mr. Denham for being a part of the theatre experience and being very helpful. He would like to thank Tristen Swanson for being a major part of the tech booth. He is thankful that Tristen is doing this show, as he is a senior and will be leaving soon. He would also like to thank God for the opportunity to continue doing theatre

Josiah Zicari (Francis Flute - Thisbe)

Josiah is an 8th grader and has been a part of the SCA Theatre for two years. Some of his roles have been Officer Maloney in A Lighter Shade of Noir, Will Scarlett in The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood, Conductor, Farmer, Shipoopi dancer boy number 5, and band kid in The Music Man. Josiah would like to thank his parents for letting him do theatre and for watching his shows. He would also like to thank his fellow actors for pushing him to the best of his abilities.