Addie Spiegal (Mentor - Young Elsa, Snow Chorus, Summer Chorus) - Addie is thrilled to be part of Frozen Jr! Previous credits include Guys & Dolls, Eerie Academy, Myth-Guided, and Aesop Live! Beyond the stage, Addie is active in Speech & Debate, where she’s honing her communication skills. she’s passionate about inclusivity and it’s representation in theater. Addie is grateful to her family, friends, and the entire cast and crew for their support!
Alexis Gifford (Middle Elsa, Snow Chorus, Summer Chorus) - Alexis is living out her lifelong dream to be Middle Elsa and other parts in Frozen Jr. She is 16 years old, and a junior in high school. Alexis has a rare condition called polymicrogyria. When not performing Alexis enjoys participating in events with YMCA Challenger, Adaptive Dance, Special Olympics, and travelling with her family (she has been to all 50 states and only flew to 2 of those!)
Allison Salley (Mentor - Hans, Oaken, Townsperson) - Allison is very excited to be a mentor in Frozen. She is 12 years old and in 6th grade. This is her fifth BSCT play; she was also in School of Rock, Annie Jr., Mockingbird, and Miss Nelson is Missing. When not acting, Allison enjoys reading, crafting, going to Sky Zone, and listening to her favorite bands Green Day and Blink 182. Allison would like to thank her friends, family, and her 2 cats for their support, and hopes you enjoy the show.
Audrey Lena Baughman (Music Director) - Music is Audrey’s number one love language. She has been teaching music, dance, and theatre for 20 years and has been performing on stage since the age of 3. By 8, she was doing choreography, and by 12 became serious about writing songs, and started in musical theatre. Audrey has a wealth of experience to share including being a lead singer/songwriter/keys player in bands, audio engineer and producer, music directing/choreographing musicals, accompanist, sound design, and writing children’s musicals for her theatre programs. Audrey loves all things magical, musical, and mystical, and enjoys putting these things into art of all kinds.
Autumn Parish (Mentor - Kristoff, Townsperson) - Autumn is 14 years old and has been involved with theater since the age of 7. Performing means so much to Autumn and she is so happy to have been given this opportunity to help bring that joy to others. She has played roles such as Pabbie in Frozen Jr. (Haha), and Summer Hathaway in School of Rock. This show has been so much fun for her and she cannot wait to see what comes next!
Ava Butcher (Young Elsa, Snow Chorus, Summer Chorus) - Ava is a 10-year-old performer thrilled to be part of Frozen Jr. Diagnosed with KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND), she has a global developmental delay, but nothing slows her love of singing and dancing. This is Ava’s first theatre experience, and she’s found her calling through the Penguin Project at Blue Springs City Theatre, where she’s made many new friends. This is only the beginning for Ava, can’t wait to see what her future holds.
Braylan Reed (Mentor - Weselton, Oaken's Family, Townsperson) - Braylan Reed is 14 years old and this is his second Penguin Project show. He genuinely cares about the artists he works with. Braylan enjoys the Penguin Project because it allows him to share what he loves while helping others grow. He appreciates that it’s a welcoming space where everyone can express themselves freely and be accepted without judgment.
Camille (Cami) Stafford (Anna) - Cami is excited to be a part of this show! She is 8 years old and in 3rd grade. This is her first performance of this kind, and she is thrilled to be Anna! She has been in love with Frozen since she was very young. Cami lives with ADHD and when she is not performing, she loves to play games, spend time with loved ones, and do arts and crafts. Cami would like to thank everyone for the opportunity to be in the show and for the support!
Charlea Emison (Mentor - King Agnarr, Hidden Folk, Oaken's Family, Townsperson) - Charlea is thrilled to be a mentor and friend to Joi in Frozen Jr. This is Charlea's first year with the Penguin Project, and she has loved connecting with all the performers. Charlea is a sophomore at Blue Springs South. She loves theater, singing, dancing, and baking. Some of her favorite roles she has played at RPAC theater include Ms. Trunchbull, Ms. Hannigan, Genie, Katherine Blake and Sven. Break a leg Penguins!
