props
Orion is an 11th grader and this is his fifth show. He would like to thank his dad for always supporting him and his family for being there for him.
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Abrianah E
French Reporter/Ensemble
Abrianah is a sophomore at BHS. She has performed with the school choir for eight years, and has participated in several musicals. With years of competitive dance and vocal training, Abrianah has loved performing since a young age! She has a passion for musicals and plays and is excited to be a part of Anastasia. She would like to thank her mom, dad, siblings, and friends for all of their love and support.
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Katie F
Ensemble
Katie is super excited to perform in her fourth BHS musical. Katie is a senior and has been in theater since 2nd grade. Katie wants to thank her parents for always being supportive of her.
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Ben F
Sound Team Lead
Ben is a senior and this is his fourth musical at BHS. Ben previously helped with mics and fly in The Wizard of Oz and Guys and Dolls and was sound team lead for High School Musical. Ben would like to thank his parents, friends, and teachers for all they have done.
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Leahvy F
props pa
Leahvy is a junior and this is her sixth show with the dramatic arts department at BHS. She would like to thank her family and her idol, James Murray, for always supporting her.
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Emily G
Set Construction and Set Movement
Emily is a freshman at BHS and is excited to work behind the scenes on her second production. She enjoys putting her creative skills to work. Whether constructing or painting sets, she loves seeing her efforts come to life on stage. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and the production team for this amazing opportunity.
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Caitlin G
Cygnet Ballet Dancer
Caitlin is a Freshman at BHS and is excited to be a dancer in this year’s musical. She has been dancing since the age of five. She would like to thank her ballet teachers, Mrs. Frelich and Ms. Abby, and also her family for believing in her and supporting her every step of the way.
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Erica G
Hair and Makeup
Erica is a junior at BHS, participating in her sixth show with the musical program. She was inspired to join Brighton musicals after seeing her sister, McKenna, involved throughout high school. Erica is also part of the BHS choir program. She would like to thank her Mom, for being so involved in the program and for encouraging her to be the best she can be. She would also like to thank her sister McKenna, for showing her the fun and the family that Brighton musical program is.
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Anna G
Ensemble
Anna is a sophomore, and she couldn’t be more thrilled to be participating in Anastasia this year for her second Brighton Musical. She enjoys mountain biking, singing, and baking. Anna would like to thank her family, her friends, and the creative team for their support and love through this process!
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Samantha G
Ensemble/Stand-In for Marfa, Paulina and Dunya
Sami is a senior at BHS and is excited to be in her fourth and final Brighton Musical production. Outside of school, Sami enjoys shopping, hanging out with her friends, and playing with her cat, Pete. Sami is grateful to her friends and family for their love and support, especially her parents. She would also like to thank the directors and producers for the opportunities she’s been given the past four years, and the time and effort they’ve put in through each show. After graduation, Sami plans to attend nursing school. Enjoy the show!
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Drew G
Count Leopold/Ensemble
Drew Guerin is in 10th grade. They’ve been in various theater productions in the past such as Brighton’s Radium Girls and High School Musical. They are very excited to be a part of this year’s musical, Anastasia, and would like to thank everyone who got them this far.
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Makilee H
Maria Romanov/Ensemble
Makilee is senior and thrilled to be part of Anastasia. She has performed in Radium Girls and The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood and contributed to three musicals: working on hair and makeup for Guys and Dolls, performing as a cheerleader in High School Musical, and now taking on the role of Maria Romanov and an ensemble member in Anastasia. Makilee is grateful for this incredible opportunity to bring history and magic to life on stage during her final year of high school. She thanks her friends, family, and directors for their constant support and inspiration!
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Violet H
Lighting
Violet Heady is in 9th grade and she is excited to be a part of Anastasia. She has been a part of Beauty & the Beast last year and is very involved in sports. Violet would like to thank her mom and dad for giving her the opportunity to be involved in theater and supporting her even when their time was limited. She is especially grateful for her biggest supporters, her sister Sophia and her aunt Gina. Hope you enjoy the show!!
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Rowan H
Black Marketeer/Ensemble
Rowan is very excited to be in this year's musical Anastasia. She has been in one musical here at BHS and has done two plays as well. She loves theater and the memories it creates. She is so grateful to have the friends she has made in theater and is very thankful for what this program has done for her.
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Maddalyn H
Dunya/Ensemble
Maddalyn has been in three other Brighton productions and is extremely excited to be on the stage for this wonderful performance. Thanks to the support of her friends and family, she continues to thrive on and off stage.
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Ethan J
Drunk/Ensemble/Stand-In for Count Ipolitov
Ethan is a freshman and is very excited to be playing a drunk in Anastasia. He has participated in a few musicals before, but none as big as this one. He would like to thank his parents, comrades, and directors.
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Adeline J
Little Anastasia/Alexei/Ensemble
Adeline Johnson is thrilled to play “Little Anastasia” in her theatrical debut! She has loved working with acting director Sonja, who has made rehearsals so enjoyable. Adeline is excited to share the stage with her brother, Ethan, who is in the chorus, and her dad, Phil, who conducts the orchestra. Adeline has enjoyed discovering her passion for acting, singing, and dancing through this experience. She is grateful to her friends and family for their encouragement and support, making her first show truly special!
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Molly J
costumes
Molly is a 10th grade student, and this is her second year working on costumes for the musical. She was very nervous her first year due to having no prior sewing experience, but with the guidance of Mrs.Stuenkel and other crew members, she has really found her place. Molly is very excited this year to see Anastasia come to life. She would like to thank her family for always driving her and delivering much needed coffee and especially Mrs. Stuenkel for believing in her and pushing her beyond her doubts.
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Chris K
sound and mics
This is Chris's first show with Brighton Musical Theatre! He is excited to be working on the Sound and Mic Team. He is a sophomore at BHS and participates in Scouts BSA and Science Olympiad. Chris would like to give an extra special thanks to his brother, Nicholas, for getting him interested in BMT. He would also like to thank the rest of his family for always supporting him
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Nicholas K
Neva Club Pianist/Ensemble
Nicholas is a junior at BHS and is thrilled to be a part of his third BHS musical! He has been in several musicals with the Maltby Music program and Encore Youth Theater with the Hartland players. You may have seen him as Rusty Charlie or as the custodian at East High in previous shows. He is a member of local Boy Scout Troop 350 and the BHS Science Olympiad team. In his free time, he loves to play piano, read, and go camping. He would like to thank his family, his friends at BHS, and all the music teachers he’s had over the years.
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