Sister Act

Sister Act - April 08 - April 11, 2021

Amara Blake

Choreographer

Amara Blake is an alumni of AHS (class of 2012) and has returned to choreograph the 2021 musical. She was an active member in the theater and music programs while attending AHS. After graduation Amara attended Concordia and was involved with the dance program. Amara lives in St. Paul where she works as an Operations Analyst.
Gary Blake

Set Design/Construction

Gary is fortunate to be married to the director so he will never have an idle moment in his life. When he isn’t driving to pick up items for the musical, he is building sets, proofreading articles and communications, trying on costumes, practicing dance moves and anything else the director needs. Gary thanks his wife, Kelly, for giving his life meaning.
Mark Heggem

Set Construction

Mark (retired) moved to Aitkin in 1988. His acting career was brief: Head Elf in 7th grade Christmas Program; lead role of Brer Rabbit in 9th grade Children’s Theater. Unfulfilled, in 2004 he joined the Riverwood Singing Doctors. The stage called him back to build sets for several AHS Musicals including Sister Act. He thanks Mr. and Mrs. Blake for the opportunity!
Miles Larson

Set Construction

Miles Larson graduated from Hampshire College in Massachusetts in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts. He now manages for Backwards Bread Company in Saint Cloud, MN. He acted throughout his time at Milaca High School, but now his performances are limited to juggling and shredding on classical guitar.

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