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Sarah Payne

Sarah has been in three other musicals. She was a Who in “Seussical” the Musical, an Oompa Loompa in “Willy Wonka”, and Knight  2 in “Once Upon A Mattress”. She is really excited for her little sister, Bug, to join her in this musical. She enjoys softball, playing the clarinet in band, dancing, singing, acting, and school. She would love to attend the University of Notre Dame for a career in acting. She also would like to teach Latin, History, Math, and English. If she can't get into Notre Dame she does have many back up colleges.  Sarah is a sophomore.

Abigail Pratt

Abigail is a homeschooled middle school student  who loves to read, dance, and hang out with her friends. She loves animals and is hoping to be an animal rehabilitator one day! Abigail hopes you have a Sparklejollytwinklejingley  time! 

Lily Rheinscheld

as Shawanda

Lily takes delight in many aspects of performance theater... from singing to dancing, even helping with props and set work. She's been in several MTVarts and church plays and also sings with the Knox Youth Choirs. In her free time, Lily reads, jumps on her trampoline, and enjoys swimming in her mermaid tail. Lily attends Pleasant Street Elementary School as a 5th grader.

Andrew Ruckman

as Manager

Andrew has been involved in theater for 4 years and this will be his 10th production. He spends his time (when not obsessing over theater) working on his 1974 El Camino, showing sheep and making chainmail armor and jewelry. He has enjoyed making new friends and reconnecting with old ones. He hopes you enjoy the show and thanks you for coming to see it. 

Emery Runyon

Emery plays an elf in this year's musical.  She is in 4th grade at Twin Oak Elementary School and enjoys arts and crafts and reading.  She has very much enjoyed practicing with the cast and hopes you enjoy the show.