WHO’S WHO Anneliese van der Pol* (Millie Dillmount) Anneliese made her Broadway debut in 2007 as the final Belle in Beauty and the Beast and starred for six years and in 100 episodes of the highly successful Disney show That's So Raven as Chelsea Daniels. Regional theatre credits include: Kathy in Vanities (Pasadena Playhouse, Second Stage); Esther in Meet Me in St. Louis (TUTS); Laurey in Oklahoma (Austin Musical Theatre); Eva Peron in Evita (Buena Civic Light); and Marian in The Heiress (Pasadena Playhouse). Ms. van der Pol has recorded numerous songs for Disney Records and most recently finished shooting the movie Vampires Suck in Shreveport, LA. Garen McRoberts* (Jimmy Smith) Garen is thrilled to play the role of “Jimmy Smith” in Thoroughly Modern Millie. Recently, Garen was seen in touring productions of Miss Saigon (Midwest Tour) and Little House on the Prairie, starring Melissa Gilbert (1st National Tour). Garen is a proud University of Michigan graduate (Go Blue!) and a member of the non-for-profit organization A.S.T.E.P (Artists Striving to End Poverty). In June he returned from a five week intensive in India, teaching musical theatre performance and mentoring highrisk, low-income children. Thanks to Mom and Dad, Henderson-Hogan, Holly, and Marti Hearron. Namaste. www.garenmcroberts.com Andrea Enright* (Mrs. Meers) Andrea is a former Oregonian now living in New York City with her husband and two cats. She is excited to be back in Texas after living in Coppell and Southlake for eight years of her childhood. Andrea has been seen in New York as Susan in Company at the Mount Carmel Theatre Company and in two new, original musicals, Deployed, through the Society of Artistic Veterans, and Sophia, at Write Act Repertory. Andrea was a finalist in the New York Musical Theatre Festival's Next Broadway Sensation competition in both 2012 and 2013 and is a proud graduate of Otterbein University, where she holds a degree in Musical Theatre. Andrea is also a high school graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy. Many thanks to the entire cast and crew, with a special shout out to Blake, who's championed and masterminded this whole darn thing. Check out Andrea on twitter @andreacenright and at andreaenright.net This one's for B. Elise Youssef * (Miss Dorothy Brown) Elise is thrilled to be making her Texas debut! She is a recent graduate of CAP21’s 2 Year Professional Musical Theater program in NYC. She also received her B.A. at UC Santa Cruz in Theater Arts. Her most recent credit was Lynne in A Grand Night for Singing at Diablo Theater Company. She has also been seen as Ado Annie in Oklahoma with CCMT and Miss Sandra in All Shook Up at Center Repertory Theater. Elise has performed extensively in the Bay area doing both musical theater and Shakespeare. Elsie has also done several productions with Shakespeare Santa Cruz. She is so happy to be a part of Prism Theatrics’ first production and to be playing such a fabulous role as Miss Dorothy! Ryan Finley (Ching Ho) Ryan is making his Texas debut! Off Broadway: Fashion: The Musical (Francesco Girelli), Gary Goldfarb: Master Escapist (Tyler Toolman), Thoroughly Modern Millie with the Gallery Players. A few past credits include Buddy, the Buddy Holly Story (Ritchie Valens), Joseph… Dreamcoat (Joseph/Pharaoh), Aladdin (Aladdin), La Cage Aux Folles (Phaedra), Evita (Magaldi). He earned his BFA in Musical Theatre from the New School University and is an AMDA Alum. Big thanks to Blake and everyone at Prism Theatrics for bringing me down to be a part of this production and getting to experience the great state of Texas! Jackson Perrin (Bun Foo) Jackson is a finishing up his last semester at Texas State University where he will receive his BFA in Musical Theatre. He's had the privilege of working with theatres such as Music Theater of Wichita, Houston Grand Opera, Theater Under the Stars, as well as Texas State University. Favorite roles include “Pasko" in A Little Princess, conducted/composed by Andrew Lippa and directed by Kaitlin Hopkins as well as "Max" in Wild Party. He's tremendously grateful for this experience with Prism Theatrics staff as well as the rockin' cast members. He would love to thank his friends and family for the incredible support. And a special thanks to his mother Betty Perrin. Ashley Smith White (Miss Flannery) Ashley is thrilled to be returning to the stage! She was last seen in Casa Manana's production of High School Musical at Bass Hall and performing in several shows at Six Flags Over Texas. She has lived in Fort Worth her entire life and earned her BA in theatre and education at TCU. She previously was a High School dance team director, theatre, and speech teacher. During that time she taught musical theatre classes at Casa Mañana, was a Texas Ranger Cheerleader, and was a sports reporter on FSN. She is now a stay at home mom and is so excited to have the opportunity to perform again! She'd like to thank her husband Chris, daughter Mackenzie, one year old, and family for supporting her and being "babysitters" at any given moment! Love you!! *The Actor appears through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States Keith J. Warren (Trevor Grayden) Keith is a native of Dallas/Fort Worth and is very excited to be part of this inaugural production with Prism Theatrics. Select regional venues include: Casa Manana, Lyric Stage, WaterTower Theater, Zach Scott Theatre, Runway Theater and Jefferson Performing Arts Society in New Orleans. Favorite credits: Billy Bigelow/Carousel, Gaston/Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Jerry Lukowski/The Full Monty, Anthony/Sweeney Todd, Frank/The Rocky Horror Show, Harry/Flora, the Red Menace, and Grantaire/Les Misérables. Thanks Val! Love to my family! Sheran Goodspeed Keyton (Muzzy Van Hossmere) Sheran has been performing professionally for more than 20 years. She has performed in many venues throughout the DFW Metroplex, and has toured nationally and internationally. In 2008, Sheran formed her own nonprofit theater company, DVA Productions, where she produces live theater and mentors young artists. Sheran has also worked off stage doing voice over/radio commercial work, television shows, and film. Regional credits: Xanadu, Big River, Cinderella, Hairspray, Rainey’s Black Bottom, Violet, Music Man, Ragtime, Gospel at Colonus, Finian’s Rainbow. National credits: A Midnight’s Cry, Simply Etta. “I AM Muzzy…raised by a single mother with limited resources. Now, I stand before audiences sharing my gift, and enjoying it all…still waiting on the emeralds though” Natalie Rankin (Ethel Peas/Ensemble) Natalie is incredibly grateful to be a part of this terrific production. A born-and-raised Nashville girl and a recent graduate of Texas State University, Natalie has also been lucky enough to work regionally at MT Wichita. She plans to move to New York City in the fall to further pursue her career in theatre and music. Natalie has loved her experience here in Fort Worth, and is grateful to the cast and creative team for their kindness, openness, and support. Special thanks to Mom, Daddy, Kaitlin and Jim and congrats to Prism Theatrics for a fabulous first production. Barbara Jo Bednarczuk *(Gloria/Dance Captain/Ensemble) Barbara is an Ohio native who now lives in New York City. Her recent credits include Spamalot with Phoenix Entertainment, Legally Blonde and For The Boys at the Marriott Lincolnshire. She also worked in multiple shows over four seasons with the Utah Shakespeare Festival. Barbara sends a big “thank you” and all her love to her family, Cody, Suzy and Carole. *The Actor appears through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States Glenn DeVar (Ensemble) Caitlin Galloway (Cora) Drew Lausch (Ensemble) Landon Zwick (Ensemble) Max Pierce (Policeman/Dexter) Ryne Nardecchia (Ensemble) ENSEMBLE Tori Gresham (Alice) Terry Snyder (Ensemble) Erin Kei (Lucille) Jenna Meador (Rita) Ryan Machen (Ensemble) Taylor Lewis (Ruth) Tanner Murray (Ensemble) Anna Claire Hudgins (Pearl Lady/Fan Lady/Daphne)