Aalayah Kirkpatrick - Gretchen - Aalayah has been doing theatre in college for the past two years. She just graduated with an AFA and AA in theatre. She is so excited to continue her acting career with Blue Springs! Aalayah would like to thank her parents for their support. "I loves you guys so much!!"
Alayna Bardoner - Hannah - This marks Alayna’s third production with BSCT. She has been passionate about theatre from a young age, previously appearing as Alanna Dale in Marian: The True Story of Robin Hood and the Emcee in Cabaret. In 2024, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Taking on the role of the Emcee, Alayna showed that chronic illness does not have to limit one’s passion or purpose. She is deeply grateful for the cast and crew, and especially for her family and friends whose unwavering support has meant everything throughout this journey.
Autumn Parish - Student Ensemble
Autumn Wood - Student Ensemble - Autumn is excited to be in her first production with Blue Springs City Theater. Her past show(s) were Shrek Jr., and she played Wicked Witch and teen Fiona! She hopes to be in more productions with Blue Springs City Theater in the future!!
Brian Duncan - Choreographer
Chase Unruh - Adam - This is Chase’s first show with BSCT. Although a big fan of the genre, he hasn’t been involved in many shows in the past, but is hoping to gain more experience and continue in the community. To go along with theatre, Chase enjoys singing with School of Rock, where he gets his vocal lessons. He would like to dedicate this to his amazing Mom.
Faith Nieto - Savannah's minion, Student Ensemble - Faith enjoys theatre a lot. Before this show, Faith was in School of Rock and Alice in Wonderland!! Faith enjoys theatre people and the musicals she participates in. She hopes you can maybe find a passion in theatre!!
Harper Moore - Wells - Harper has been acting since she was 8. Her first ever production was “James and the giant peach” and fell in love with theatre there. She has been in many shows since then and is very excited to perform in this awesome show.
Jamie Copaken - Mike - BSCT debut! Jamie’s roles have somehow shifted from nice guy to nice dad, including Tateh (Ragtime) and Mr. Heere (Be More Chill). Other favorites include Oscar (Sweet Charity), Hero (Funny Thing … Forum), Seymour (Little Shop of Horrors), and shows at Barn Players, Leawood Stage, OCTA, and Theatre in the Park. As a psychotherapist, Jamie hopes that heartfelt stories with a dose of humor will build empathy.
Jerusha Staggs - Katherine - Jerusha is delighted to be part of Blue Springs City Theatre! Recent/favorite roles include Marie/Fairy Godmother (Cinderella) and Mrs. Pugh/Ensemble (Annie), both with Gladstone Theater in the Park, and Annie Sullivan (The Miracle Worker). Jerusha has performed in the Kansas City Symphony Chorus since 2019, and spends her days teaching high school math. She is grateful to her family and friends for seeing her, loving her, and cheering her on.
Jessi Ball - Señor O'Brien, etc. - Is Jessi. Jessi emerge from backstage. Knows where stage is. Jessi perform show. Audience experience emotions. Jessi retreat into darkness until next production. BSCT good. Theatre good. Thank.
Jessica M. Lin - Danielle, Adam's Mom - Jessica has most recently performed in RCCP’s Sweeney Todd (Ensemble), Gleenior Year for KC Fringe (Tina) and GTIP’s Annie (Grace). She is so excited to kick off her time in Blue Springs with such a fun show! Jessica would like to thank her cat, Luna, for tolerating late nights home and her band for the constant love and support to go outside and perform!
Jon Frentrop - Technical Director - BSSHS PAC Technical Director and Facilities Manager since 2003. BSSHS Mathematics teacher 1996-2021. Have been a part of more than 150 productions in the BSSHS PAC.
