Welcome to Candy Kingdom - March 19 - March 22, 2026
Rise Up Arts Alliance
Who's Who
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AJ Kelcan
as Bit-O-Honey, Gumball, Sour Apple
AJ Klecan is 6 years old, and is currently in first grade at Mt. Pleasant Elementary. He has been in Pirates, Lion King, Hunchback, and Elf and is very excited to continue acting with Rise Up. He enjoys playing games with his best friend on the PS5 and taking walks around the neighborhood with his dog and dad. He also enjoys riding his bike and playing basketball/soccer with the neighborhood kids.
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Aliyah Muller
as Gumball
Aliyah is 11 years old and homeschooled. She's been in Wizard of Oz, Lion King, Honk, Pirates, Pirates 2, Elf, Jr., A Star Trek Christmas, Annie, Anne of Green Gables, and Grinch. In her spare time, she likes to make bracelets, she likes to draw, paint, and lots of other crafts. "I like to read, I like to dance, and I like to sing, & I LOVE doomscrolling. I like to call myself a professional at doomscrolling. My favorite colors are black and red, and I LOVE bananas. My favorite food is bananas because they're awesome. Favorite songwriters: Charlie on a Friday, Sabrina Carpenter, Avril Lavigne, Shawn Mendes, Jesse Murphy, and Billie Eilish."
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Atlas Shallenberger
as Gooey
Atlas is 8 years old and in 2nd grade. He attends Tarhe Trails elementary school. He has been in 2 other productions including Elf Jr. and Jingle jury. Atlas enjoys being involved in theater and loves building confidence while also building new friendships!
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Benjamin Leonard
as Baby Gummy Bear, Mo Mint, Root Beer, Tropical Punch, King Candybar
Ben is 9 years old, in 3rd grade, and homeschooled. This is his third show, and he is looking forward to the challenge of playing multiple roles. He loves Lego, crafting weapons, and is an avid coin collector. He hopes to one day own a Mr. Gold Lego minifigure.
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