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Sanai Cummings

as Griot

Sanai Cummings was born in New York, yet she grew up in Nashville, TN, where she attends NIA House Montessori. She is gaining success as an actor, having acted in two movies and two plays during her time at NIA House. Sanai also played the role of Simba in "Can't Wait to Be King" from Lion King. This charismatic nine-year-old loves math and leading. 

Caniah Prater

as Storyteller 1

Caniah Prater is an eight-year-old student at NIA House Montessori. She was born in Atlanta, GA, and is now living in Nashville, TN. She enjoys acting - her resumé boasting five plays and one film. She also sang "Belle" from  Beauty and the Beast. Caniah enjoys African dancing, playing guitar, and reading.

Lark Snyder

as Storyteller 2

Lark Snyder is an enthusiastic nine-year-old from Nashville, TN. She attends NIA House Montessori where she delights in creative work in film and theater as an actor, a choreographer, and in set design. She boasts a special hidden talent as a contortionist.

Gabriella Simms

as Storyteller 3

Gabriella Simms, at just eight years old, is accomplished as a screenwriter and director. Her artistic endeavors include production on two films and two plays at NIA House Montessori School. Born in Atlanta, GA, Gabriella recalls making her own dresses at four years old. She has played the role of Scar and performed "Be Prepared" from Lion King. 

Ava Vaughn/ Zoe Vaughn

as Villager 1

Ava-Skye Vaughn began her love for performance by taking several dance classes. Her passion for performing also includes the role of Moana performing "How Far I'll Go."

Zoe-Grace Vaughn is a free-spirited eight-year-old who likes to express herself artistically through singing and drawing. Her other artistic ventures include acting in NHM film and theater productions.