DOMINIC MONTES-(Percy Jackson) Dominic is excited to be a part of GTP's The Lightning Thief. This is his first show with GTP but he has been performing for 10 years. Dominic enjoys music, fitness, and hanging out with friends. He would like to thank his parents and his friends for all their support and hopes that you enjoy the show!
MACLEAN BLANNER-(Annabeth Chase) MacLean is super excited to be part of her fourth production with GTP! She previously played Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Sibella in Gentleman's Guide, and co-directed Willy Wonka Jr. Other previous credits include Carrie (Carrie the Musical), Cinderella (Into the Woods), and Wednesday (The Addams Family). She will be moving to LA this fall to pursue a degree in acting and would love to thank the entire cast, crew, and creative team for making this show possible.
REILLY BICKEL-(Grover Underwood) Reilly is thrilled to be back at Goshen as Grover for this production. She has been in several GTP productions including Les Miserables, Peter and the Starcatcher (Slank), Moana Jr.(Maui) and Beauty and the Beast (LeFou). She will portray Wayne in GTP's upcoming dinner theatre production of Puffs. She has loved this entire cast and would like to give a shout out to Case Warner who is the greatest swing actor ever.
JADE HILLERY-(Sally/Charon)-This is Jade's return to the stage since 2016 and is honored to be a part of this production. After graduating in 2012, she contunued her education at Dillard University in New Orleans where she majored in vocal performance. She would like to dedicate this performance to her Mother Linda, Grandmother Dorthy, and her loving boyfriend Justin, who always encouraged her to never stop the music and just keep on dancing.
IAN WONDERS-(Luke/Kurt Cobain) Ian is a Freshman at SIUE, majoring in elementary education and minoring in Music. This is his first show with GTP, but he is not new to the theater scene. He has played roles including Malcolm in The Full Monty, Aladdin in Aladdin, Charlie in Willy Wonka, and was nominated for an AFL Best Performance Award for his portrayal of Pugsley in Addams Family. He is looking forward to performing as Luke and working with the directors and cast of The Lightning Thief.
KAYLEE KITCHEN-(Katie) Kaylee is so excited to be a part of her first GTP show. She has previously been in Fiddler on the Roof and played Hodel. She is in her high school's chamber choir and is also a cheerleader. Kaylee would like to thank her friends and family for their support and encouragement.
ELIANA THOMAS-(Clarisse) Eliana is thrilled to be a part of GTP’s The Lightning Thief. She has been in previous shows such as Once Upon a Mattress, The Secret Garden, and Blackbeard the Pirate, however this is her first show with GTP. Outside of theatre, Eliana enjoys playing guitar, watching Marvel movies, collecting plants, and listening to excessive amounts of Taylor Swift. She would like to thank her friends and family for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
NICK GREENLAND-(Mr. Brunner/Chiron/Kronos) Nick is going into his sophomore year at Maryville University as a music therapy major. He will be the music director of Notorious A Cappella in the fall. Nick has been in many Goshen shows, the most recent being Beauty and the Beast (Gaston). Nick would like to thank the cast, crew, and entire Goshen team for allowing him to participate in putting on this amazing show.
KYA WONDERS- (Silena) Kya loves theatre, singing, dancing, cheer and has even been part of a traveling circus group. She has won numerous awards and has also been nominated for an Arts For Life Theater Mask Awards and 2 Arts For Life Best Performance Awarads. Her latest BPA award was for her performance in Beauty and the Beast, right here at GTP.
JONAH PHELPS-(Gabe/Poseidon/Cyclops) Jonah is excited to be a member of the Percy Jackson cast! This is his first GTP performance. He has performed in Triad Middle School's production of Junie B. Jones & THS's production of Fiddler on the Roof as Perchik. He also is a member of the Triad Marching Knights and the Chamber Choir. He would like to thank his parents, family, friends, and teachers for always pushing him to do his best!
SYDNEY HERSHBERGER-(Ares) Sydney is very much looking forward to playing the sinister role of Ares. She has been a part of many Goshen shows before, such as Les Miserables, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and Peter Pan. She is also an English Major at Louis and Clark and loves to write in her spare time.
TRINITY WHITESIDES-(Oracle/Janis Joplin) Trinity is excited to be a part of GTP's The Lightning Thief! She has been in previous high school productions including Shrek, Hunchback of Notre Dame, and The Addams Family as Morticia. This is her first show with GTP and she's excited to be back on stage! She would like to thank her friends and family for their ongoing support and hopes you enjoy the show.
HALLI PATTISON-(Mrs.Dodds) Halli is currently getting her masters in acting at East 15 Acting School in London, England. She has been working as a choreographer, director and actor with Goshen Theatre Project since 2016.
SAM TICHENOR-(Mr. D) Samuel is a returning GTP actor this year with Percy Jackson. He has previously been in other Goshen shows such as Les Miserables, Annie Jr., Beauty and the Beast, and Moana Jr. He has also been involved in other shows in the St. Louis area, most recently being Newsies with Ignite Theater. He would like to thank his family, friends, and the GTP production team for their support throughout the show process!
