The Wizard of Oz (Young Performers' Edition)

The Wizard of Oz (Young Performers' Edition) - May 20 - May 22, 2022

Gibbsboro Elementary School

Who's Who

Olivia Atkinson

as Tin Man

Olivia is an 11 year old fifth grader at Gibbsboro School. She is best known for her appearance as Nana in the 2018 Sketch Club performance of Peter Pan. She loves to read, play softball, and ride her bike. Olivia would like to thank her Gaga and PopPop for always supporting her and cheering her on. Olivia would like to give a special shout out to her mom and dad for always believing in her and her teacher Ms. D for making her smile every day.
Chase Aversa

as Toto

Chase is in 7th grade. He is super excited to be in the Wizard of Oz! He has been in the Willy Wonka Jr. play. He is super excited to be playing the role of Toto in the show! Chase loves to play video games, and watch TV. He would like to thank Mr A, Ms Slocum, Delaney, and Ms Jeannine for putting on an awesome show! Shout out to Mom who helped make my Emerald City Citizen costume!
Aiden Barrett

Toto

Aiden is in 6th grade and this is his first year doing theater. He loves being Toto for the Wizard of Oz. Aiden’s favorite part of the show is having to act like a dog. In Aiden’s free time he likes to play basketball or play with his friends. Thank you to Ms.Slocum and Mr.A for helping with the play. Shoutout to the Toto #2!
Lexi Basmajian

Wicked Witch

Lexi is in 8th grade. She is so excited to finally be doing a show since Covid. She has been on stage before in Shrek Jr. and Willy Wonka Jr. and is thrilled that she got a lead in the show this year. She has also helped stage crew with painting, costumes, etc. Lexi loves to paint, draw, and hang out with friends. Lexi would like to thank Mr. Aucello and Miss Slocum.
Marcus Covaci

as Wicked Witch

Marcus is a Seventh Grade student at Gibbsboro School. This is his first show at Gibbsboro; he has done two other shows at the GUMC. He likes playing soccer and video games. He would like to say thank you to all of the incredible staff running the show. And a special shoutout to everybody who's done theater, you are an inspiration!!