Matilda The Musical

Matilda The Musical - June 09 - June 18, 2022

East Side Players

Who's Who

Laurie Barber

as Miss Honey

Laurie has participated in 18 previous shows with East Side Players, most recently seen as a Bird Girl in last summer's production of Seussical the Musical. When not doing theater, Laurie enjoys singing, writing, taking cooking classes and spending time with family and friends. She lives in Finneytown and works as a Senior Account Manager at PatientPoint.
Lowell Bookman

as Business Manager

Lowell has participated in 60 previous shows with East Side Players, and is the group's treasurer. When not doing theater, Lowell enjoys traveling and reading and visiting with her grandchildren. She is happily retired and lives in Blue Ash.
Shelby Carter

as Mrs. Wormwood

Shelby is thrilled to return to the ESP stage as Mrs. Wormwood! Though she has never competed in the bi-annual international amateur salsa and ballroom dancing championship, Shelby was last seen shaking her tail feathers as Mayzie in Seussical. When not performing, she works as an Ophthalmic Technician at CEI. Thanks for supporting live theater and enjoy the show.
Linda Chandler

as Stage Manager

Linda has participated in 17 previous shows with East Side Players, 15 as stage manager. Most recently seen as Thing 2 in last summer's production of Seussical the Musical. She would like to thank everyone who helped bring this show to life.
Karly Danos

Miss Honey

Karly has participated in 2 previous shows with East Side Players, most recently seen as Gertrude in last years production of Seussical the Musical. When not doing theatre, Karly enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her pup, Sweetness!. She works as a Mental Health Counselor and is passionate about using the arts to heal. Thanks for coming and enjoy the show.