Ava H

stage management

Ava is a senior and has been with the BHS Musical for 3 years. This year, she is a proud member of the stage management team. In addition, she is a Captain of the Swim Team, Lifeguard, Science Olympiad Coach, NHS Committee Chair, Yearbook Editor, and BCPA employee. She would like to thank her friends and family for their constant support and her coaches and directors for always pushing her to be her best. Ava can’t wait to make her final show in this program memorable.

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Eli H

hair and makeup

Eli is a junior, in their third year in the musical program. Eli was previously on the Hair and Makeup team in Guys and Dolls and The Wizard of Oz. They would like to thank their parents and close friends for supporting and encouraging them to take on challenges and stick them out.

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Rowan H

MONGO

Rowan is a Freshman here at BHS. She has been in a production with the dramatic arts program once before doing Radium Girls where she played two minor parts and ensemble. She has always wanted to be in a musical here and is very excited to perform!

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Maddalyn H

Brainiac/MC/Luna

Maddalyn Hopkins is a junior. She has been in Guys and Dolls, Peter and the Star Catcher and several other shows. She loves to sing and make music and has endless support from her family and friends.

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Zarley H

lighting

After being onstage in Radium Girls, Zarley wanted to go backstage to the spotlight. He would like to thank Ray for encouraging him into spotlight operating.

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Molly J

costumes

Molly is a freshman at BHS and this is her first year doing Brighton’s musical. She would like to thank her older sister Julia for encouraging her to do musical and her mom for being with her and encouraging her.

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Nicholas K

student/custodian

Nicholas is a sophomore at BHS and is thrilled to be a part of his second BHS musical! He has been in several musicals before with the Maltby Music program and Encore Youth Theater with the Hartland players. You may have seen him as Rusty Charlie in last year’s production of Guys and Dolls. 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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Gavin L

ryan evans

This is Gavin’s fourth and final musical at BHS. He has been involved with musicals and plays since he can remember. Starting with elementary school plays, one play at Maltby, and two musicals at Scranton. He would like to thank his friends and family for their constant support through the years. He would also like to thank the directors for allowing him to be a part of such an amazing program, and for an incredible experience!

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Trisha L

martha cox

Trisha is a senior at BHS and is thrilled to be participating in her fourth Brighton Musical! Trisha is involved in the a capella groups, Chicapella and DaCapo and is a BKOM board mentor. Next year Trisha plans to attend Western Michigan University to study Digital Marketing and E-commerce. In her free time she enjoys snowboarding and hanging out with her friends. She would like to thank every supporter in her life for always helping her along the way. Enjoy the show!

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Abigail L

electric bassist

Abigail Lee is a senior at BHS, and an avid musician. She has been playing since 5th grade, dabbling in many different musical facets. This includes orchestra, choir, band, and the BHS Musical Program. This is her second Brighton musical! She played as a pit violinist for Guys and Dolls, and returns now as an electric bassist. She would like to thank her family, her many wonderfully supportive friends, and the stellar music staff at BHS for always encouraging and inspiring her.

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Aaliana L

cheerleader

Aaliana is a junior at BHS and is excited to participate in her second BHS Musical production. You may have seen her last as a Hot Box and Havana Dancer in “Guys and Dolls” and in U of M’s MPulse “You are Here”. Outside of musicals, she is trained in dance, participates in the choir program, and is on the varsity dive team. She would like to thank her friends, family, creative team, and Camille Mikat for their endless encouragement.

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Rylee M

hair and makeup

Rylee is a junior. She has participated in BHS musicals and plays in previous years. She would like to thank everyone in her life for being flexible with her time to allow her to do this again before senior year.

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Maddie M

Gabriella Montez

Maddie is a senior at Brighton High School and has been in four Brighton Musical productions and one BHS Dramatic Arts production. She is planning on pursuing a career in musical theater next year. Maddie would like to thank her mom, dad, brother, Matt, and her close friends for all their love and support. It’s been an amazing four years in the program and she hopes you enjoy the show!

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Ava M

Susan/Thespian/Moderator

This is Ava's third musical at BHS. She is a Senior and is super excited to be a part of this year’s musical! This is Ava's last musical at BHS and she's so thrilled. From the bottom of her heart she'd like to thank her family, friends, and vocal teacher for being there and supporting her through thick and thin these last few years.

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Elizabeth M

Kelsi Neilson

Elizabeth, a Senior at BHS, is excited to be in this year’s production of High School Musical. She has been a part of five stage productions, including The Wizard of Oz and Guys and Dolls. In addition, Elizabeth is a part of BHS Choir, NHS, and the Yearbook. Elizabeth thanks her parents, and sister for always supporting her love of the theater and music. She is eternally grateful for her senior friends who have been with her since the beginning of this journey.

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Madi M

Acting Director PA

Madi Moore is a Sophomore and is excited to continue her role as acting PA. She had the best experience as Acting PA for Guys and Dolls as well as Radium Girls. She can’t wait to be a part of her fourth production. Madi has always loved the theater and has been a part of it as a child. Not only does she love musicals, but she also enjoys writing, reading, and art in any form. Madi wants to not only thank her parents and friends, but also Sonja for her support and everything she has taught her.

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Aria M

Ms. Darbus/Student

Aria is a sophomore at BHS. She has previously appeared in Guys and Dolls and Radium Girls. She is especially excited for this year’s High School Musical, playing the part of Ms. Darbus. Aria loves to sing, and has been with Brighton Choirs for five years, as well as volunteering at her local church as a Worship leader. Aria would like to thank her friends, family, and church community in supporting everything she does.

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Delaney M

fly

Delaney is a sophomore and this is her fourth production with BHS. She is excited to work with the fly team this year and be a part of this production. When she isn’t backstage, Delaney can be found playing in the band, or participating in Model UN. Delaney would like to thank her family for always encouraging her to do the things she loves.

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Astin M

set painting and finishing

Astin is a freshman at BHS. This is her second production and first musical. She is very excited to be in this production of High School Musical and is looking forward to forming strong bonds through the magic of performing. Astin is very grateful for her family and friends for helping her make it this far and would like to thank them dearly.

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Dawson N

set management

Dawson is a sophomore and this is his second musical at BHS. Dawson has also participated in one play as a stage manager. He would like to thank his parents, brother and sisters for supporting him and always being there for him.

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