Kidstage: Legally Blonde

ADELAIDE LARAMY, they/them (Emmett Forrest) did their first SummerStock production seven years ago and have participated in Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE summer programs ever since. Their favorite credits include: Gaston in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Little Sally in Urinetown, and Summer in School of Rock. Their favorite thing about KIDSTAGE is the challenging pro­fessional environment.

ADRIAN ENGLEHART, they/them (Court Stenographer, Ensemble) is an energetic actor honing their craft. Recent roles include Sheldon J. Plankton in The SpongeBob Musical Youth Edition, Professor Callahan in Legally Blonde JR., and Nigel in Matilda JR. in drama club productions.

ALEXANDER HERNANDEZ, he/him (Kyle the UPS Guy, Ensemble, Vocal Captain, u/s Emmett) is excited to be in his third Summer­Stock production at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. His favorite roles from KID­STAGE include Sky Master­son in Guys and Dolls, Scab/Newsie in Disney’s Newsies, and Cooper in Krisis Kids Wilderness Adventure Camp. He plans to continue learn­ing and growing as an actor with KIDSTAGE to prepare him for college. Alexander is thankful to all those who have supported him on this journey.

ALVIN SMITH, he/him (Bailiff, Ensemble) is excited to join the Ensemble for Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production of Legally Blonde. Previously, he has performed as an Ensemble member in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and in Guys and Dolls. Outside of acting, Alvin enjoys play­ing the guitar, drums, and practicing tae­kwondo. He values the learning opportunities at KIDSTAGE and is eager to perform with the talented cast.

AMANI VELADA, she/they (Delta Nu, Brooke Wyndham) is super excited to play in Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production of Legally Blonde The Musical! She has done many shows with KIDSTAGE before includ­ing: Les Jacobs in Disney’s Newsies, Lumiere in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, and Tomika in School of Rock. Select the­atre credits include: Katherine and Ensemble in Disney’s Newsies at her high school and Katherine Howard in SIX: Teen Edition (Ballyhoo Theatre). Huge thanks to their mom for her support. Enjoy the show!

ANNIE BREDIGER, she/her (Margot, Vocal Captain) is so excited to be a part of her second SummerStock pro­duction! Some of her past Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE roles were Selina in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, a Hotbox Girl and u/s Sarah in Guys and Dolls, and Katherine Plumber in Disney’s Newsies. She is thankful for all her friends and family. Enjoy the show <3

AQUA FAYE GORDON, any pronouns (Delta Nu, Katerina, Ensemble, u/s Callahan) is thrilled to be a part of their second Vil­lage Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production after Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! Le­gally Blonde is a wonderful show with an immense amount of heart; they hope you enjoy! Past roles include: Charon in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, Kaylee in The Prom, and Kathy and u/s Judy in 9 to 5. Special thanks to grandmas, mom and dad, and bestie!

AVERY ANDERSON, he/him (Ensemble) can’t believe he’s in his first produc­tion at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE! He has always loved the productions he’s seen previously and is ecstatic to now be on the stage too! Just out of high school, doing theater all four years surely has prepared him to take on this next challenge!

BEATRICE CRAMER, she/her (Delta Nu, Ensemble) is excited to be performing in her second show with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. She recently played Susan Waverly in White Christmas (The 5th Avenue Theatre). Bea calls Seattle’s Per­formers her second home, where she has performed in 12 productions. She benefits from exceptional vocal coaching from Danielle Rogers at Siren Studios. Her passion for musi­cal theatre drives her through life with her chin held high and a smile on her face.

BLISS PAMINTUAN, she/her (Delta Nu, Ensemble). This is Bliss's fourth production with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. Her previous included Disney's Descendants, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, and Miscast Cabaret. She is grateful for the love and continuous support from Mommy, Daddy, Kuya, and the rest of her family. Big thanks to her friends and the whole Legally Blonde team who are a huge part of what makes this experience so enjoyable. Much love to Grandpa & Lolo, who are always and forever in her heart.

CHAILIA WENDLAND, she/her (Elle Woods) is excited to be a part of this crazy, high energy show! She is grateful to play a role that breaks boundaries and proves that no mat­ter your race/skin color/background, anyone can be blonde. Village Theatre's KIDSTAGE credits: Gussie Carnegie in Merrily We Roll Along, Cri in While They Last, and Katherine Plumber in Disney's Newsies. Chailia thanks her family, friends, and mentors for their endless support.

CLOVER CROCCO, they/them (Delta Nu, Ensemble) is so excited to perform in their first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! They worked tech backstage and in the light booth on KIDSTAGE’s 2023 shows, Guys and Dolls and Merrily We Roll Along, and are excited to be taking the stage with this company! In the fall, they will be attending the University of British Columbia with a minor in theatre.

DOROTHY SUMMERS, she/her (Delta Nu, Store Man­ager, Ensemble) is thrilled to be on stage again in her fourth production with Vil­lage Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. Most recently, she was in Miscast Cabaret this past spring. Other KIDSTAGE credits include: Silly Girl and Ensemble in Dis­ney’s Beauty and the Beast and Evie in Disney’s Descendants. Super grateful for this amazing cast and production team as this has been an absolute dream show! Thanks to Mom, Dad, Beatrice, and amazing theatre friends (you're awesome). Enjoy the show!

ELLA HEINER, she/her (Kate, Ensemble, Vocal Captain) is so thrilled to be a part of this cast! Legally Blonde is her third Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE show, having previously been in Disney’s Newsies, Guys and Dolls, and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Big thank you to her family for all their support.

ELLA NELSON, she/her (Professor Callahan) is thrilled to be back at Vil­lage Theatre’s KIDSTAGE in this year’s SummerStock production! Legally Blonde marks her third show at KIDSTAGE, following her roles as Perch Perkins and Billy Joe in The SpongeBob Musical, and Katie and Thalia in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. Ella’s spare time is spent in the dance studio and with friends. Big thanks to her mom and brother for supporting her in all she does!

GABBIE GUTIERREZ, she/her (Pilar) is eager to bring Legally Blonde to life! This is Gabbie's first show with Village Theatre's KID-STAGE, but the arts have been a big part of her life since middle school. Past credits: Torrey in Freaky Friday and Ensemble in Chicago. She thanks her family and friends, especially Ate and Alonzo for all the love and support! Enjoy the show!

GENEVIEVE GAY, any pronouns (Delta Nu, Greek Chorus, Ensemble, Dance Captain) is excited to be in their fifth Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE show! Most recently, Genevieve was in the KIDSTAGE Everett production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. She would like to thank the Legally Blonde team for this opportunity! Enjoy the show!

GIA PELLEGRINI, (Delta Nu, Ensemble) is tickled pink to be back on the Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE Sum­merStock stage. Previous KIDSTAGE roles include Big Jule in Guys and Dolls and Royal Guard in Disney’s Descendants. Gia was re­cently seen on stage as Susan Waverly in White Christmas (The 5th Avenue Theatre). Gia would like to thank God, her family, Pinky, friends, and teachers for their love and support. LOVE YOU ALL! giapellegrini.com

HENRY SEVERN, he/him (Elle’s Dad, Ensemble) is ex­cited to be coming back to Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE for his second Summer­Stock production. Last summer, he was the Emcee and Ensemble in Guys and Dolls and throughout the year he was in the Village Theatre Insti­tute program. Select theater credits include: Oompa Loompa and Youth Ensemble in Willy Wonka (Edmonds Driftwood Players), George in The Drowsy Chaperone at his high school, and Michael in Elf the Musical (Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre). Henry thanks his mom, dad, and vocal coach.

ISABELLE BONIFANT, she/her (Delta Nu, Greek Chorus, Ensemble). This is Isabelle’s first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE show and she is very excited to be part of this production!

ISAIAH HYDE, he/him (Warner Huntington III) is thrilled to be back at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE this summer. Regional credits: Mr. Dickens and His Carol (Seattle Rep), A Christmas Carol (ACT Theatre, 2021 and 2023). Other select credits include: Disney’s Newsies, School of Rock, Guys and Dolls (KIDSTAGE); Little Shop of Horrors (Ballyhoo Theatre); and most recently, in the Rising Star Project Something’s Afoot (The 5th Avenue Theatre). Isaiah is thankful to his family, friends, and the production team for the support.

JULIA FUNG, she/her (Vivienne Kensington, u/s Elle) is so happy to be in Legally Blonde as her second and final Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE show. You may recognize her other KIDSTAGE credit as Mrs. Potts in Disney's Beauty and the Beast. This fall, Julia’s excited to be heading to LA to pursue a BFA in musical theatre. Thanks to her family and friends, and a special shoutout to her mom for being able to quote lines from the Legally Blonde movie right before they happen.

KAILYN GLAUSER, (Delta Nu, Greek Chorus, Ensem­ble) is so excited for you to see this amazing show! This is her first show at Village Theatre's KIDSTAGE but did Village Theatre Institute this past year. She also played Alice in The Addams Family, Donna in Check Please, Take 2!, and the Cat in the Hat in Seussical JR. She thanks her Mom, Dad, and Landon for the sup­port with her theatrical journey. Enjoy Legally Blonde! @kailynglauser

KATIE CHANDRABALAN, she/her (Delta Nu, Ensem­ble) is super excited to be in her first Village Theatre's KIDSTAGE production. She enjoys singing in her school choir and at home, acting in her free time, hanging out with friends, and watch­ing Netflix at home. Her acting credits include Dramafest, Lowell in Legally Blonde JR., and Ms. Phelps in Matilda at school. She hopes you enjoy the show!

KHLOE HULBERT, she/they (Delta Nu, Ensemble) has been involved in Vil­lage Theatre Institute and Pathway programs for five years, but this is her first show. Outside of Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE, her credits include: Mamma Mia!, Disney’s Newsies, Matilda, and The Play That Goes Wrong. Enjoy the show!

KOVANA WILLIAMS, she/her (Delta Nu, Ensemble). A show she has dreamt of for years, Kovana is absolutely thrilled to be joining this cast in her third Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE pro­duction. Most recently, she performed as a Silly Girl in Disney's Beauty and the Beast and Audrey in Disney's Descendants. She thanks all her teachers, family, and friends for their ongoing support and especially to her grandparents and parents for being her personal taxi. She hopes you enjoy the show!

KYLIE ANDERSON, she/her (Serena, Dance Captain). This is Kylie’s fifth produc­tion with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. Past roles in­clude Miss Adelaide in Guys and Dolls, Babette in Dis­ney’s Beauty and the Beast, and Splasher and Swing in Disney’s Newsies. Kylie will attend Western Washington University in the fall majoring in theatre performance. She would like to thank her family, friends, cast, and crew for pushing her to be the best she can be. I'm “Positive” that you'll love this show, enjoy!

LAUREN ARMSTRONG, she/her (Enid Hoopes) is thrilled to be back for her second Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production, after performing as Agatha in Guys and Dolls last sum­mer! Some of her favorite high school credits: Kather­ine in Disney’s Newsies, Matilda in Matilda: The Musical, and Rosie in Mamma Mia! She would like to thank her friends and family for sup­porting her, and she hopes you enjoy the show!

LIZ CONLON, (Paulette Bu­onofuonte) is so excited to be involved in Village The­atre KIDSTAGE’s produc­tion of Legally Blonde! She was recently involved in the Rising Star Project at The 5th Avenue Theatre. Past credits include Lefou in Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Gretchen in Mean Girls, and Patrick in The SpongeBob Musical. Liz would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her and give huge thanks to the entire team for making this production possible. Enjoy the show!

MADELINE WILLIAMS, she/her (Elle’s Mom, Ensemble) is excited to perform in her first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE SummerStock production. Favorite past roles include a Bowery Beauty in Disney’s News­ies, Mayzie in Seussical JR., and Natalie Hillard Understudy in Mrs. Doubtfire (The 5th Avenue Theatre). Madeline thanks her friends and mom for always supporting her!

MELODY SMITKIN, she/her (Delta Nu, Aaron, Ensemble) is so excited to be a part of this perfectly pink show. She has been working with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE for five years now in shows such as Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and I'm Doing This, among others. Some favorite roles for her include Miss Honey in Matilda JR. and Mrs. Potts in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. She hopes you enjoy the show!

MORGAN BACON, she/they (Delta Nu, Pforzheimer, En­semble) is so excited to be in her first Village Theatre's KIDSTAGE production. Prior to KIDSTAGE, some of her favorite roles were the Drowsy Chaperone in The Drowsy Chaperone and Le­anne in Puffs. She would like to thank her mom and friends for pushing her to try new things. She hopes you enjoy the show!

NATALIA BEMENT, she/her (Delta Nu, Whitney, Chutney, Ensemble) is thrilled to be participating in her first SummerStock produc­tion with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE! After previously working with KIDSTAGE as Meg Kincaid in Merrily We Roll Along and Maleficent in Disney’s Descen­dants, she is proud to continue to work along-side these amazing people. She wants to thank her parents, teachers, and mentors for believ­ing in her theatre journey through the years.

PAUL ABWAO, he/him (Grandmaster Chad, Carlos, Ensemble) is excited to be in his very first Vil­lage Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! Ever since he started theatre last year, he has been in love with the community and wanted to branch out. He is excited for the show and he hopes you enjoy!

ROWENA MCCLARY, she/her (Delta Nu, Greek Chorus, Ensemble) is pumped to be in her 10th Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE show, and her first in Everett! Previous KIDSTAGE credits: Soloist in Holiday Cabaret, Alice in The Addams Family Young@Part, and Pirate and Ensemble in The SpongeBob Musical. Her most recent role was Karen in Mean Girls the Musical: High School Edition at her high school. Thanks to her family and Izzy for being her biggest supporters.

RYLEE WORTH, (Low­ell, Dewey, Ensemble) is thrilled to be part of his first and last Summer­Stock with Village The­atre's KIDSTAGE! Outside of this, he’s played roles such as Danny Zuko in Grease, The Baker in Into the Woods, and Basilius in Head Over Heels. Big thank you to AN, FR, LD, and TK for keeping his passion going.

SAM BURSON, (Winthrop, Ensemble) is so excited to be a part of Village The­atre’s KIDSTAGE production of Legally Blonde! He was also a part of last year’s Merrily We Roll Along, and has done numerous other theater projects other­wise. He appreciates the directors, cast, and crew that work so hard to put this production together, and he hopes you enjoy the show!

SHRUTI PRASANNA, she/her (Delta Nu, Ensemble) is thrilled to be in her second Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! She was seen recently in Disney's Beauty and the Beast last winter and is excited to follow up with this production. Shruti's passion for theater radiates in every show she performs in. She has grown so much since she first started theater and is excited to show it on stage! She gives special thanks to her family and friends for all the support.

SPENCER NORMAN, he/him (Grandmaster Brad, Nikos, Ensemble). This is Spencer’s second Sum­merStock production with Village Theatre’s KID­STAGE. Past production and roles include Rusty Charlie in Guys and Dolls (KIDSTAGE), Damien in Mean Girls, and Caldwell B. Cladwell in Urinetown at his high school. He would also like to thank his uncle and all they’ve done for him, also his parents and siblings. Lastly, he would like to say thank you to the team and cast for helping to produce a wonder show.

HATTIE CLAIRE ANDRES, she/her (Director) is stoked to return to Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE where she most recently directed A Pirate’s Pact for KIDSTAGE Originals. Hattie currently serves as the Associate Artistic Producer at Seattle Rep, where she’s directed Public Works productions of The Tempest and Twelfth Night. Hattie’s extensive teaching and directing credits include The 5th Avenue Theatre and Rising Star Project, Cornish College of the Arts, Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Theatre Group/Disney Musicals in Schools, Youth The-atre Northwest, and beyond.

MACKENZIE NEUSIOK, she/her (Choreographer). Choreography: Disney’s Finding Nemo, JR. (Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE); Mean Girls (Studio East); Mean Girls (Lakeside Upper School); Ride the Cyclone and Chicago (Bal-lyhoo Theatre). Acting credits: Hello, Dolly!, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, Guys and Dolls (Village Theatre); Disney’s The Little Mermaid (The 5th Avenue Theatre). Mackenzie has a BA in musical theatre and American Indian studies from the University of Washing-ton. She is a member of the Coharie Tribe.

AARON M. DAVIS NORMAN, (Co-Music Director) is an educator-artist-activist originally from Compton, California. Aaron has performed across Europe, Canada, and the US and con-tinues to fight for equitable theater programs for youth and diverse representation on stages and productions teams. Aaron is currently the Institute Manager, Everett at Village Theatre’s KID STAGE and teaching private voice.

OLIVIA PEDROZA, (Co-Music Director, Conductor) is absolutely thrilled to be conducting again for Village Theatre's KIDSTAGE Sum-merStock with these wonderful artists! Her recent credits include Music Director for Guys and Dolls (KIDSTAGE), Keyboard 2 in Mamma Mia! (Village Theatre), and Touring Musician in Northwest Bookshelf (The 5th Avenue Theatre). She has a BFA in vocal performance from Western Washington University. Olivia writes for and is the lead singer of the band Skipping Victor. Much love to Mom, Dad, Taylor, Alexan-der, Peter, and the rest. Enjoy the show!

BRANDON DAVID RIEL, (Scenic Designer) is a Seattle-based theater artist whose work has been seen at Seattle Opera, Lyric Opera, ArtsWest, Taproot Theatre, React Theatre, Harlequin Productions, and many more. Riel is thrilled to rejoin Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE with this blast of a team! MFA University of Washington School of Drama. Proverbs 16:9.

ERICA MANZANO, she/her (Costume Designer) is excited to be working with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE again! She previously designed The Prom in Issaquah. Erica holds an MFA in the-ater design and technology from the University of Georgia and is currently the Associate Cos-tume Director at Seattle Rep. She has recently designed costumes for The Old Man and the Old Moon and Silent Sky (Seattle Pacific University).

AHREN BUHMANN, he/him (Lighting and Projections Designer) is a lighting and video de-signer based in Seattle. Recent shows include: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and MISS STEP (Village Theatre); Disney’s Descendants (Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE); Hometown Boy and This Bitter Earth (Seattle Public Theater); O and Nonsense and Beauty (Theatre22); Dear San Francisco with 7 Fingers, Solaris, and My Antonia (Book-It Repertory Theatre); Out of Character and Angels in America (Berkeley Repertory Theatre); Swan Lake (Honk Kong Bal­let); and Carefree (New Jersey Performing Arts Center). Ribbet.

EVAN MOSHER, he/him (Sound Designer) is a sound designer, audio engineer, musician, and actor. He has designed at Seattle Shakespeare Company, Seattle Public Theater, Strawberry Theatre Workshop, ArtsWest, Washington Ensemble Theatre, as an artist-in-residence at Whitman College, and at Cafe Nordo where he was a company member and sound designed nearly every show at their Pioneer Square venue (2015-2022). He is a member of the band “Awesome” with whom he’s made melodic noise and peculiar performance since 2004.

JEANETTE SANCHEZ, she/her (Dramaturg) is a director, dramaturg, intimacy choreogra­pher, and theater educator. She is a founder of Screaming Butterflies, president of the board of Tacoma Little Theatre, and a Tacoma Arts Commissioner. Her past work with Village Theatre includes mentoring a dramaturg for Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and providing dramaturgy for Little Shop of Horrors and Mamma Mia! She is tickled pink to be reliving 2001 in this period piece!

COLLEEN NIELSEN, she/her (Stage Manager) is excited to be back with Village Theatre’s KID­STAGE SummerStock. Previous credits include Legally Blonde (Issaquah), Ragtime, and Dis­ney’s Tarzan. With 20+ years of experience in backstage tech and stage management, some favorite shows include: The Who's Tommy, The Passage, The Secret Garden, and My Fair Lady. This one is for my own little pink fan, AN.

SHANNA YOUNG, she/her (Assistant Stage Man­ager). This is Shanna's second SummerStock with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE after Guys and Dolls last summer. She loves theater and all things artistic. She has three adult daughters and just became a Grandma! When she isn’t at KIDSTAGE, she is the lighting designer for Edmonds Center for the Arts. Shanna is excited to see another production come to life!

NOAH SKRINDE, he/him (Assistant Stage Manager) is pleased to be part of Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE Legally Blonde as a Technical Theatre Program student. This is his first production with KIDSTAGE and is happy to see so many familiar faces. With previous roles as Sound Lead at his high school, a stagehand at Edmonds Center for the Arts, and a member of Union IATSE 15, Noah brings a solid foundation in theater and a strong desire to continue learning.

AVERY WOLF, se/her (Rehearsal Assistant Stage Manager) is thrilled to be working on her second Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! Some of her favorite shows she’s worked on include Guys and Dolls, Once Upon a Mattress, and Mean Girls JR.! She thanks her family and friends for their support.

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