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Olivia Puckett

as Alice Spencer / Alice

Olivia is beyond grateful to be playing Alice Spencer in Spotlight’s production of Alice by Heart. In her free time, she can be found spending time with friends, playing guitar, or baking. She hopes you love this show as much as she does, and she thanks you so much for coming!

Aidan Melton

as Alfred Hallam / White Rabbit / March Hare

Aidan is excited to be back on stage at Spotlight Performing Arts. Some of his favorite past roles include Adam in Beetlejuice the Musical, Orpheus in Hadestown, Tiny Tim in A VHS Christmas Carol, and Evan in 13 the Musical at Spotlight. Most recently, he appeared as Ernst in Spring Awakening at The Lotus Project and has also performed in several productions with Piedmont Players Theatre.

When Aidan is not on stage, he enjoys swimming, spending time with family and friends, and pursuing other creative interests. He would like to thank Angela Gordon for believing in him and casting him in this amazing role, as well as Lamar Davis for all of his incredible help with music. Aidan is thrilled to be working with this talented cast and crew!

Julian Dance

as Red Cross Nurse / Queen of Hearts

Julian is 19 years old and a sophomore at Central Piedmont Community College. She will graduate with her associate degree in July. Julian has been performing since she was 8 years old and is excited to help bring Alice by Heart to life. She would like to give a special shoutout to the cast for all their hard work.

Jack Fowler

as Harold Pudding / Mad Hatter/Mock Mock Turtle/Knave of Spades

Jack is extremely excited for the opportunity to portray one of his dream roles, the eccentric and absurd Mad Hatter. Previous credits include Hairspray at Lincoln Theater Guild as Link Larkin and Queen City Concerts’ production of Hair. After realizing Computer Science was not the path for him, Jack decided to fully embrace his passion for theater and pursue a future in the performing arts. He hopes to one day perform professionally alongside his inspirations, Jeremy Jordan and Gavin Creel.