I will continue bragging about the cast of THE MUSIC MAN at Theatre Charlotte. I will go in alphabetical order. Andrea Cameron (ensemble) has returned to TC after a ten-year absence and we welcome her abundant talent with open arms. She has a BFA in music theatre from Elon University. Bobby Faucette (Conductor/Constable) is new to TC. This is his first time on stage after a long hiatus. By day, he is a child clinical psychologist. Joan Gaston (Maude) has had roles at CPCC, Opera Carolina and SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ at TC. Kristin Graf (Ethel Toffelmier) was introduced to her fiancé by a fellow cast member in TC’s production of ANNIE last season. At TC, she has also appeared in GODSPELL.
Anna Hertel (Amaryllis) is a 6th grader at J.M. Robinson MS. Shehas performed at CPCC Summer Theatre and takes dance at Sullivan Dance Centre. This is her first show at TC. Evan Hyser (ensemble) is a recent graduate of the UNCC Department of Theatre. This is his first non-college production. He would like to specialize in voice acting. After performing in a number of church musicals, Cassidy Kirkwood (youth ensemble) is making her main stage debut. She is enjoying working in the show with her Dad, William. William Kirkwood (Olin Britt) is returning to the stage after a 17-year absence. This is the second time his played Olin—the first time being when he was a sophomore in high school.
Isabel Kissel (youth ensemble) is 9 years old and making her TC debut. She has appeared in productions in Huntsville, Alabama, Rock Hill, SC and FT. Mill, SC. Chase Law (Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn) is appearing in her 4th TC production, the others being SEUSSICAL (Gertrude McFuzz), A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Belle and Raucous Lady) and ANNIE (Miss Hannigan). She is my lovely and talented wife. Samantha Lasch (Marian Paroo) is making her TC debut. She has previously appeared as Maria in a national tour of WEST SIDE STORY, as well as a European tour of the same show and SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER in Las Vegas. Bobby Mauney (the ebullient Harold Hill) in his first production at TC, is an insurance agent by day. Favorite roles include Sancho in MAN OF LA MANCHA, Sparky in FOREVER PLAID, and Riff in WEST SIDE STORY. Jerilyn McDonald plays Mrs. Paroo in her first TC production. She has also performed at CPCC and Matthews Playhouse. Jonathan McDonald (Ewart Dunlop) has recently been seen in RAGTIME at Davidson Community Players and at TC in ANNIE, SEUSSICAL and THE FULL MONTY. Eli Newman (youth ensemble) is in his 4rd TC show, the others being SEUSSICAL (JoJo) and A CHRISTMAS CAROL (twice). He has aspirations to be an actor in movies. Will O’Donoghue (youth ensemble) makes his main stage and TC debut after performing in shows at Sharon Elementary where he is in the 4th grade. He enjoys singing, dancing and playing the flute. Meredith Westbrooks Owen (Alma Hix) returns to TC for the 4th time. She has been seen at TC in RENT, ANNIE and SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN. Laura-Nelle Parnell (ensemble) is performing in her first show at TC. She is a native of Charlotte and appeared in shows at NC State, including INTO THE WOODS and GODSPELL.
Avery Primis (youth ensemble) is a 6th-grader at Carmel MS. She enjoys singing and dancing and has appeared as orphan Kate in the TC production of ANNIE and as Cindy Lou Who IN TC’s SEUSSICAL. Jennifer Reid (ensemble) is also in her first production at TC. She has appeared in productions with Matthews Playhouse, the JCC and Opera Carolina. Winston Sims (Oliver Hix) is in his 4th production at TC, the others being SEUSSICAL, SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN and ANNIE. He teaches theatre at Marvin Ridge HS. Camella Snouse (ensemble) has worked with various artists, including the great Loonis McGlohon. She is entering her 9th season with Opera Carolina, with her next performance being EUGENE ONEGIN next spring.
Stuart Spencer (Mayor Shinn) returns to the TC stage after a two-year absence. He has appeared here in THE FULL MONTY and SEUSSICAL and will direct the 5th annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL for TC. Vivian Tong (ensemble) was last seen in THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at the Edge Theatre Company. She has appeared in the TC productions of RENT and ANNIE. Christopher Tyler (Jacey Squires) is new to Charlotte. Previous credits include THE PRODUCERS, RENT, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, THE WIZ and WEST SIDE STORY. John West (Marcellus Washburn) returns to TC after last appearing in THE FULL MONTY. He is recreating a role he played 28 years ago. He has also performed at CPCC, Matthews Playhouse and The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem. Sloane Wood (Mrs. Squires) returns to TC after playing Vera in SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN. She teaches music at Cox Mill Elementary. Jim Yost (Charlie Cowell) worked at TC last season as the director of THE GRADUATE. He has also directed SHAKESPEARE IN HOLLYWOOD and I’M NOT RAPPAPORT at TC.
Whew—two blogs to brag about this amazing cast—41 individuals coming together to form an ensemble, to become the folks of River City, Iowa.
-Ron Law
Director, THE MUSIC MAN at Theatre Charlotte
9/15/11
THE MUSIC MAN runs September 9th through 25th at Theatre Charlotte. Tickets can be purchased through CarolinaTix at (704) 372-1000 or online at http://www.carolinatix.org/default.asp?tix=59&objId=2565
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