Next to Normal

Next to Normal - July 25 - July 27, 2019

Vista Murrieta High School A CLASS Act! Summer Series

Who's Who

Melissa Bahou

as Diana

Melissa Bahou (Diana) is delighted to be returning to the stage at Vista Murrieta High School. As an alumni you may recognize her as Cinderella (Into the Woods) and Rusty (Footloose). Melissa was the very first Vice-President of the drama club and President of the choir at Vista back in 2003! She has also appeared as Sarah in “Guys and Dolls” (NCRT) and Hope Cladwell in “Urinetown” (TPAC). Besides her theatre work, she has released a rock album with her band The Infamous They, who had the opportunity to play with bands like the Mad Caddies and Flock of Seagulls. Most recently she’s has been enjoying her newest role as “Mama” to her baby girl, Sophie Mae. Melissa would like to thank her husband for all his support, her family for helping keep her child alive and Finch for thinking of her when starting this endeavor.
Cory Finch

as Dan / (Producer)

Mr. Finch is excited and proud to be a part of this powerful production. N2N is a long time favorite and addresses so many important issues: mental health, addiction and loss and it also shows the strength of human spirit to persevere in the face of life's obstacles. He feels fortunate to work with this incredible group of artists, many of whom are alumni! Enjoy the show!
Cassidy Finch

as Natalie

Cassidy Finch is a sophomore at Cal Poly Pomona. She is a Liberal Studies major and a Theater minor, hoping to work with kids and stay involved in the arts in the future. Her past production experience includes Heather Chandler (Heathers), Elle Woods (Legally Blonde), Elizabeth Proctor (The Crucible), and more. She's so happy to be back on the VMHS stage, and would like to thank her family, friends, and Max for their love and support! <3
Bruno Satalino

as Gabe

Bruno Satalino is 15 years old and has been in 17 productions down at the Old Town Temecula Theater. He has been in Christmas Carol as Fred Ebenezer’s nephew, and his most recent roles have been in the shows All Shook Up & Hairspray. He enjoys working with TVP, FAN & N-PAC, and is very excited to be in this production of Next to Normal!