| Kristen McGrail |
as The Cat in the Hat |
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(12) Anastasia: The Musical (Dowager Empress/Ensemble), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Monsieur D’Arque/Silly Girl/Ensemble), Little Women: The Musical (Ensemble), The Pajama Game (Ensemble), The Sound of Music (Louisa von Trapp), Cinderella (Orchestra), The Miracle Worker (Helen Keller). In addition to theater, Kristen participates in Concert Choir; Jubilee Singers; Women’s Trio; and Praise Team at school, youth group, and church. She’s beyond excited to perform her last show at WCS as the Cat in the Hat. She would like to thank Mr. Polman and Mrs. Goodman for constantly pushing her to be her best self and tolerating all her goofiness, and her family for always being supportive. And of course, she thanks God for all the blessings and gifts he has given her and for loving her no matter what.
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| Jacob Anderson |
as Boy/JoJo |
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(8) Anastasia: The Musical (Alexei Romanov/Ensemble). After last year’s performance in Anastasia: The Musical, Jacob has made a big breakthrough this year, leading as JoJo. Jacob is in choir and loves to learn more about music. Jacob would like to thank Mr. Polman for inspiring him to do better. Jacob also wants to give a big thank you to Mrs. Kristi and Mrs. Ontjes for teaching him how to sing and perform as he has enjoyed various roles in the Children’s Choir at Brandywine Valley Church. Finally, Jacob would like to thank his wonderful family for always encouraging him to use his talents for the Lord.
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| Jonah Teal |
as Horton the Elephant |
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(12) Anastasia: The Musical (Gleb), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Lefou), The Sound of Music (Kurt). Jonah enjoys singing in the Concert Choir and Jubilee Singers at WCS. He is part of the Sunday Tech Team at ValleyPoint Church, where he also plays drum set in his youth group's band, volunteers for community events, and serves during Vacation Bible School. Jonah thanks his family and friends for being so supportive and for the many ways they provide for and encourage him. Jonah would also like to thank Mr. Polman for sparking his love for theater. He, Mrs. Goodman, Mr. Allen, and fellow cast members (especially his sister, Paige, who talked him into auditioning for his first show) have made this a memorable and fantastic experience. Most importantly, Jonah would like to thank the Lord for the talents and abilities He has created him with. He is eternally grateful that he can find so much joy in making music with his friends and family to glorify his Creator.
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| Payton Seel |
as Gertrude McFuzz |
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(11) Anastasia: The Musical (Anya), Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble). Payton is heavily involved in the performing arts department here at WCS and could not be happier about it! Starting in elementary, on to middle, and now in high school, she has been in choir and Jubilee Singers. From Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to Anastasia: The Musical and now Seussical, Payton could not be more excited to continue to be a part of the cast! A HUGE thank you to Mr. Polman and Shauna for all they do!
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