The Lightning Thief

The Lightning Thief - April 16 - April 18, 2026

Paloma Valley High School

Crew Who's Who

Bella Rusin

Vocal Coach

Bella Rusin is a professional performer and theater arts instructor, with lifelong musical experience. She teaches her own children’s theater group called Broadway Bound, as well as several private students, through The Cineas Studio. She is local to the Menifee area, and takes great pride in watching her students grow as performers and entertainers. Working with ensembles is one of her favorite parts of the process, and she’s been thrilled to work with the Paloma Valley drama department on their vocals and musical storytelling. She would like to thank the department for welcoming her, and express how proud she is of their hard work and dedication.
Alice Fadgen

Stage Manager

Alice is a junior at PVHS. This is her 6th show with the Pawformers, and she is incredibly excited to be back in the booth to teach a show. She'd like to thank Jayden for being an amazing co-stage manager, and everyone in the booth for putting up with her antics.
Jayden Williams

Assistant Stage Manager

Jayden is a junior at PVHSl. Jayden has previously worked as ASM and SM with the Pawformers in productions such as A Murder is Announced and Almost Maine. He wishes to thank their Mom and family for all of the love and support.
Madison Walters

Assistant Stage Manager

Madison is a sophomore at PVHS and is overjoyed to be helping with the pawformers production of Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief. Maddie has been in multiple productions with Paloma including Mrs. Swettenham in A Murder is Announced and Villian in Almost Maine. She would like to thank her mother and stepfather, Carter, for the unconditional support they have given her throughout her theater journey.