The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker - December 13 - December 14, 2024

Firebird Children's Theatre

Who's Who

Caroline Morris

as Clara

Caroline Morris is very excited to be in this production of Nutcracker as Clara. This is her 6th Firebird show, recently appearing in Legally Blonde as Sabrina, Beauty and the Beast as a townsperson, and Shrek as Ogre Fiona. She would like to thank all her family and friends who have supported her on this journey. She would also like to give a big thanks to all the staff in the show who gave their all!
Natalie Ratkoff

as Mother

Natalie is thrilled to be in yet another Firebird production! In past Firebird shows Natalie was seen as Florinda (Into The Woods), Courtney, (Legally Blonde), and Cruella (Descendants). Natalie would like to thank her friends (J,R,H,V,B) and family for always being there, as well as the cast and crew for working so hard to put on an amazing show.
Av Clark

as Father

Av is back in their tenth Firebird production! They have been in many other shows such as Shrek Jr (Wicked Witch), SpongeBob (Krabby Patty), Oliver Jr (Mr. Bumble), and their most recent being Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble) They would like to thank their friend group for loving them no matter what, as well as their Mom, and they hope you enjoy the show!
Emma Kampmann

as Godfather Dross

Emma Kampmann is excited to be in another Firebird show! She has done The SpongeBob Musical (SpongeBob), Shrek (Donkey) and Beauty and The Beast (Maurice) all at Firebird. She would like to thank her Directors, Cast mates, friends and family for supporting her along the way. She would also like to thank you for coming and seeing the show!
Cara Thress

as Aunt Harriet/Toy Soldier/Snowflake/Flower

Cara Thress is an eighth grader at Arcola Intermediate School. She is super excited to be in yet another Firebird Theatre production as Aunt Harriet in The Nutcracker! Some of her favorite past roles include Margot (Legally Blonde JR), Dragon (Shrek JR), and Pumbaa (Lion King KIDS). She would like to thank her friends and family for always supporting her in her love for theater!