The Lion King Jr

The Lion King Jr - March 31 - April 01, 2023

Hawthorne Theatre Academy

Who's Who

Kaitlyn Gjerde

as Rafiki

Kaitlyn is a 5th Grader in Mrs. Dore's class. She is so excited for her first musical! Kaitlyn has many hobbies, including soccer, basketball, and downhill skiing. She also enjoys riding horse, playing her saxophone, baking, and hanging out with her friends and family.
Seeley Wells

as Rafiki

Seeley is a strong, smart, loving big sister. She has two younger brothers, Everett and Archie. She also has two dogs Luci and Brutus. When she is not at rehearsals she is either at gymnastics, drawing, or playing her flute. She is so exited to be in this amazing production!
Poppy Meyers

as Mufasa

Before Poppy was Mufasa, they were a dancer. From ages 3-8 they did ballet with MBC, and have performed in the Nutcracker for as long as they can remember. They played Cindy Lou in a school play, The Grinch. Poppy also does aerial with Mountain Air Dance, and in their free time they enjoy reading, writing, and hanging out with their two cats, Hamlet and Hercules.
Kate Mills

as Sarabi

Kate is a Morning Star fourth grader. She does ballet, but also enjoys other types of dance. Kate found love for singing two years ago and enjoys any type. She also loves acting as much as she does singing and it is such an honor for her to be part of this play. Thank you to all PAC parents, directors and staff who made this possible.
Odin Mock

as Zazu

Odin is very excited to play the role of Zazu! He is a gamer and a swimmer, and loves to perform. He has two cat he loves to cuddle. He loves animals so much, in fact, he volunteers at the Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter.