WHO'S WHO IN THE COMPANY

Sam Abeles: Sam's previous Wydown Theater Company experiences have included an ensemble role in both "Moana" and "Ms. Marvel", and Potiphar in "Joseph". Sam enjoys spending time with his family and friends, running, and watching TV shows. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Tucker Abeles: Tucker is the biggest sports fanatic you’ll ever meet. Every day he wakes up and checks Bleacher Report, MLB.com, and CBSSports. This is his first Wydown Theatre Company production and is glad to be in Tech Crew. Thanks to everyone for the support and enjoy the show!

Lul Abraham: Lul Abraham is nervous about being in this production because its her first time being in one. Special thanks to the teachers and everyone who helped.

Anna Adeoye: Anna’s previous Wydown Theater Company experience is participating in "Suessical the Musical". This will be her first time working in the tech department. Outside of school, Anna enjoys playing soccer.

Eleanor Ahn: Eleanor has been in previous shows at Wydown, and she is very happy to be back! Her prior shows at Wydown were "Snow Angel" and "Joseph". Eleanor enjoys improv and thrifting. Special thanks to her family for all the support. Now, enjoy the show!

Ella Ambler: This is Ella's first Wydown theater production. She is really excited about being a part of the Wydown theater company. Ella loves painting outdoors, playing volleyball and basketball, and hanging out with her family.

Gigi Anderson: Gigi is excited to be in the play, Once Upon a Pandora's Box. She hopes that you enjoy the show! Thank you for being in the Wydown Theater to watch the Wydown Theater Company perform!

Molly Arnold: Molly's previous Wydown experiences was Snow Angel. She was in Sound Crew in this experience. She loved Sound Crew but wanted to try something new this year. She loves tennis, soccer and being with her friends and family.

Ryan Baker: Ryan has not been in a Wydown production, but she had so much fun working on Pandora's box! Ryan likes to spend time with friends and family, playing basketball, and reading different books. Special thank you to everyone for all the support, and enjoy the show!

Julia Barber: Julia is thrilled to be in her first Wydown Theatre Company production. Julia enjoys singing, playing basketball, and spending time with her friends and family. She would like to thank her family for all the support, and she hopes you enjoy the show!

Eli Bialecki: Eli is very excited to be in the fall play. At his old school, Eli did a 5th grade play called "Rest In Peace Hotel", where he was the assistant to the villain. Eli enjoys spending time with his pet chickens and 2 dogs. He would like to thank his family for helping him.

Zoe Bradley: She has done TheatreWorks, but not any main stage productions. Zoe likes to hang out with her friends and play sports. Thank you and enjoy the show!

Liam Brown: Liam is so excited for our production of Once Upon Pandora's Box. He has never been in Costume Crew before, but he was in the cast of Snow Angel and Joseph. Liam has always loved soccer. He has two dogs and a cat. Thanks for everyone going to the show!

Owen Brown: Owen has only worked on one Wydown Theatre Company production before, when he played a somewhat minor role as Clifford in Snow Angel. Owen also loves watching his favorite soccer team Chelsea. Special thanks to Sawyer who couldn't audition this year, and my family.

Saya Canter: Saya has been in a few productions and theater camps, but never at Wydown or in Clayton. Saya wants to be a fashion designer and thought Costume Crew would be a good experience. Lastly, Saya would like to thank her parents, family, and friends for supporting her.

Janak Chenna: Janak has been a member of the Wydown Theatre Co. for the past three years. He enjoys working on the set and being a part of the productions. His other interests include: sports, traveling, playing video games and cracking jokes with his friends.

Isadora Dolan: This will be Isadora’s first production with the Wydown Theatre Company. Isadora loves listening to music, playing in the band and orchestra, and watching her favorite movies. Enjoy the show!

Henry Dong: Henry is new to Wydown Theatre Company, and is excited to join Sound Crew. Henry is very good at making everything botched together and making things janky.

Miles Dougherty: This is Miles's debut in theater. Miles likes reading, listening to D&D podcasts, and playing soccer. He's very excited to be in the show and hopes you like it!

Mia Downs: This is Mia's first Wydown Theater Company experience. She really likes to do math and making outfits for when she goes to school. She is athletic and plays soccer and tennis. She likes to be active and loves to travel and try new food from different places.

Allie Fields: Allie likes to Dive, Read, play volleyball, and hang out with friends. Allie has participated in other Wydown Theater productions like Snow Angel and Joseph. Allie is giving a special thanks to her family for supporting her. Allie hopes you enjoy the show!

Audrey Fine: Audrey has no previous Wydown Theater experience, but enjoys musicals like Hamilton and In The Heights. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, biking, and watching movies. Special thanks to everyone who made this show possible, and enjoy the show!

Lucy Finn: Lucy is new to Wydown this year and is so excited to be in the show. She has worked on other shows outside of WMS, including "The Little Mermaid" and "Elf." Lucy loves to dance and perform. She would like to thank her family and friends for all their support.

Greta Glock: Greta's previous Wydown Theatre Company experiences have included Tech Crew for "Snow Angel". Thank you to all working to make this play happen, and enjoy the show!

Olive Glock: Olive has never participated in Wydown Theater Company before, and loves to spend time playing with friends and family, Olive also loves Harry Potter and music. Olive's sister is Greta and they like to play basketball, volleyball, and swimming

Christopher Greenberg: Chris is new to St. Louis, having recently moved here from Maryland. Chris enjoys reading and playing piano alone for hours on end. He has wanted to be on Tech Crew since reading "Drama", by Raina Telgemeier.

Thomas Griffey: Thomas is very excited to be on Tech Crew for the first time. He was in the cast for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Thomas likes to spend time with friends and watching movies with his family.

Rhys Gwydir: Rhys has previous Wydown Theatre Company experience in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat as Tech Crew. Rhys likes to play video games and plays with his dog in his free time. Rhys is excited to work on Once Upon a Pandora's Box!

Jaren Han: Jaren's favorite things to do are to draw, play video games, spend time with friends, and watch TV.

Amelia Henderson: Amelia's previous Wydown's Theater Company experience includes Snow Angel and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Amelia enjoys spending time with friends and family. Thank you to all of the wonderful directors and everyone that made this show possible. Enjoy the show:)!

Nicholas Kaikati: Pandora's Box is Nicholas' first Wydown Theater Production, and he has enjoyed the experience. In his free time, Nicholas likes reading, playing video games, and hanging out with his friends.

Lauren Karpman: Lauren was in the Costume Crew for “Snow Angel” and “Joeseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, but is excited to be on-stage this time! Lauren enjoys playing volleyball and baking. Special thanks to her parents who encouraged Lauren to try her hardest. Enjoy the show!

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Isla Kennerly: Isla's previous Wydown Theatre Company productions include Tech Crew for Ms. Marvel and Moana and Costume Crew for Snow Angel and Joseph. She enjoys playing softball, hanging out with friends and playing with her two dogs. Enjoy the show!

Pearl Keough: Pearl has never been in a Wydown Theatre Company production before, but she has done some plays at COCA. Pearl likes writing and listening to music. Special thanks to Amber, her cat, the perfectest pie of all pies.

Andrew Konradi: This is Andrew's first Wydown Theatre Company production. He enjoys playing hockey and reading.

Isabella Kotets: Isabella has previously been in the cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Wydown, and is now doing Costume Crew for Once Upon a Pandora's Box. She enjoys doing gymnastics, dance, biking, and baking. She hopes everybody enjoys the show!

Fletcher Kraus: Fletcher's previous theater experiences include a lead role in High School Musical, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Seussical Kids and supporting role in Joseph. Fletcher also has experience with technical theater from Grand Central Arts Academy.

CJ Langhorne: CJ has not had any exsprience in the Wydown Theater Co. CJ loves hanging out with friends and playing baseball. Cj is very excited to be in this play.

Lily Limbrick: Lily has been a company member for 3 previous productions. She enjoys reading and being with her dogs. Lily has enjoyed being a part of "Once Upon a Pandora's Box"!

Claire Linnenbringer: Claire has worked in Tech Crew for two prior productions, "Snow Angel" and "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat". She enjoys reading and playing cello and is excited to be returning to work on this production. Have a great show!

Lucinda Lloyd: This will be Lucinda's fifth time on stage for a WTC performance. Lucinda's previous WTC experiences include Zoe Zimmer in "Ms. Marvel," an ensemble role in "Moana Jr," Helen Spitzer in "Snow Angel," and sound PA for "Joseph" Special thanks to everyone making this possible!

Eli Lorenz: Eli is exited about his first Wydown Theater Company musical. This is the first time he has been on a real company. He is excited to start to perform in front of a live audience. He also wants to thank his parents for getting him into theater and for supporting him. Enjoy the show!

Jonah Macanufo: Jonah worked on the Tech Crew of four Wydown Theatre productions and ran the light board for two. This is his first time acting in a production and he's excited to be onstage. Jonah likes spending time with his cat Jill and also his family. Enjoy the show!

Stella Mann: This was my first time doing Tech Crew. I loved it.

Penny McPherson: Penny has performed with Ignite Theatre Company since she was in first grade and dances competitively with the Stars of Tomorrow dance team at Charmette Academy. She would like to thank Mr. Engelmeyer for this opportunity and the cast and crew for such a great experience.

Jackson Medley: Jackson Medley has previously worked on the play "Snow Angel" with Tech Crew. Jackson likes playing video games with friends, playing football and playing basketball.

Mike Milchanowski: Mike is excited for his first production with Wydown Theatre Company! Mike has participated in theater before playing Pumba in Lion King, Jr. and Captain of the Guard in Shreck, Jr., both with with KTK Productions. He has also worked tech crew and acted in elementary school.

Brody Mitchell: Brody Mitchell participated in the production "Snow Angel", specifically in building the set. This year, he is very excited to learn more about the sound/tech side of things. Brody likes to spend time coding, watching TV, playing video games, and talking with friends!

Pia Patel: This is Pia’s fifth Wydown Theatre Production. She was on Tech Crew in Joseph, Snow Angel, Ms. Marvel, and Moana. She enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and two dogs. Enjoy the show!

Lydia Powell: This is Lydia's first Wydown Theatre Company experience. Lydia enjoys reading and listening to music. Thanks to everyone for the support and enjoy the show!

Nina Pusateri: Nina is very exited to take part in the theater productions and will be very helpful when designing and making costumes and props. Nina does not have any prior experience in any Wydown Theater productions but learns relatively fast when it comes to creative skills.

Rosie Ragland: Rosie has been in two prior Wydown productions and is excited to be back. Rosie enjoys all things music and of course, Tech Crew. Thank you for coming out to support the company, enjoy the show!

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Connor Riley: Connor has no prior experience with the Wydown Theatre Company. Connor enjoys learning about computers, playing video games, watching movies, and hanging out with friends and family.

Brynna Roach: Brynna has never participated in a play or musical production, but is very excited for it because it is a new opportunity.

Avery Roach: Avery's previous Wydown experiences include: Costume Crew for Snow Angel, and Joseph. Avery likes reading, spending time outside, and spending time with friends. She would like to give a special thanks to her friends Bianca and Grace.

Irie Rubenstein: Irie is very interested and excited about what she is getting into! She cannot wait to start making costumes with her peers and teacher! Irie enjoys drawing, sleeping, and watching TV. She thanks the producers for letting her join costume crew!

Mariana Saenz: Mariana, also known as Mimi, has no previous Wydown Theater Company. Mimi enjoys drawing, listening to music, making stuff, creepy stuff, and POTATOES. Hope you enjoy the production Pandora's Box. :)

Nina Satorius: Nina's previous Wydown Theater Company experience includes Ocean ensemble in Moana and the camel in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She enjoys snow, hanging out with her friends and sister, and of course, theater. She hopes you enjoy the show!!

Edie Schaumburg: This is Edie's first Wydown theatre production. When she's not helping on Tech Crew she enjoys reading mystery books, spending time with family and friends, snuggling with her dog Gus, and playing dadish!! Edie would like to thank everyone who's helped her get this far!!

Lincoln Schaumburg: Lincoln is an 8th grader, and this is his fifth Wydown Theater Production. Lincoln loves to study geography and other subjects related to the world; this year, he is in Model United Nations. He also plays the tuba. Lincoln wants to thank all of those who have supported him.

Ava Schuh: Ava has never worked on a play and was very interested in this play because it had a lot of villains and it sounded like a book series she read (the Sisters Grimm). She is on Costume Crew, is very creative and loves sports. Special thanks to her parents and friends.

Zoe Shook: Zoe’s previous Wydown Theatre Company experiences have included Costume Crew for “Ms. Marvel”, “Moana”, and “Snow Angel”. Zoe was also in the ensemble for “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”. Thank you everyone for the support!!

Audrey Simanowitz: She has been involved in many other Wydown theater productions but this is her first one on Tech Crew. She enjoys hanging out with friends, and riding her bike. I hope you all enjoy the show "Pandora's Box."

Louisa Simeri: Louisa does not have any prior Wydown Theatre Company experience but she enjoys doing art in her free time so she wanted to help build the set of our annual play. Louisa enjoys hanging out with her friends and family, drawing, and baking things. Enjoy the show!

Lucille Smith: Lucille Smith is excited for her first company production where she will be participating in Costume Crew in "Pandora's Box" Lucille is in 6th west and loves to read and play games. A special thanks to Wydown Theater Company for letting Lucille join this wonderful experience.

Clara Snyder: This is her first stage production but she has appered in several commercials for 'The Gatesworth'. Clara enjoys playing soccer, songwriting, and reading fantasy novels. Special thanks to everyone in the cast and crew!

Maria Sokhn: Maria’s previous Wydown Theater Company experiences includes an ensemble roll in “Moana Jr”, Costume Crew in “Miss Marvel”, and more. Maria enjoys spending time with family and friends and playing with her dog. Special thanks to everyone for the support. Enjoy the show!

Molly Spees: Molly hasn't had any previous theatre experience but Molly's super excited for costume Crew this year. Molly thinks that everyone is going to do amazing!

Katherine Strait: Katherine's previous Wydown Theater Company production experience was a supporting role in "Seussical: The Musical". She's excited to be a member of Costume Crew for the first time. Special thanks to Katherine's family for their support. Enjoy the show!

Gabriel Talsky: Gabriel's previous roles in the Wydown Theater Company include Tech Crew for Moana, Ms Marvel, Snow Angel, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Gabriel enjoys playing chess, basketball, and seeing friends and family. Thanks everyone for coming, and enjoy.

Stella Talsky: This is Stella's third Wydown Theatre Company experience. Her previous productions include cast in Snow Angel and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She enjoys spending time with friends and family and thanks them so much for their support over the years.

Adam Watson: Adam has previously been in one show with the theater (Joseph), and is excited for this one. Adam enjoys video games and watching tv. Much thanks to my parents.

Dilan Webb: Dilan's previous Wydown Theatre Company experience contains Sound Crew for "Snow Angel". Dilan enjoys time with family and friends, playing video games, and watching T.V. Special thanks to everyone (especially family) for the support, enjoy the show!

Kyra Welton: Kyra’s previous Wydown Theater Company experiences include “Moana” and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”. She loves softball and the performing arts. Special thanks to the directors for all their hard work, and thanks to everyone for the support. Enjoy the show!

Emmi Weyer: Emmi has never been in a Wydown Theatre Company production. Emmi loves cats, sewing, singing, dancing, video games, and friends.

Abbie Whitman:: Abbie has no prior experience in any Wydown plays, although She hopes to be Tech Crew for the spring musical too. Abbie likes reading and building lego sets, and likes doing stuff with my sibling, Sophie.

Kyra Wigglesworth: Kyra has never been in a Wydown Theatre Company play. She likes spending time with friends and family and eating.

Ava Wilkinson: Ava is very honored and excited to be in Once Upon a Pandora's Box, as her 4th Wydown Theater Company production, playing the role of Angella! Ava enjoys hanging out with family and friends, baking, and watching TV shows. Thank you to everyone for the support, and enjoy the show!

Xander Williams: Xander's previous Wydown Theatre Company experiences include Tech Crew for "Snow Angel" and Tech and Running crew for "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat". Xander enjoys time with family and friends. He also would like to thank everyone for all their support ;)

Estella Wrighton: This is Estella's 4th Wydown Theater production that she has worked on. She has been in Snow Angel, Seussical Kids, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She enjoys art, music, and french class. "Thanks Mom & Dad for the love and support!"

Grace Yeom: Grace has not participated in the Wydown Middle School theater company except for theater class productions. Grace loves spending time with friends and reading a lot. She also thanks her friend Avery for convincing her to do this play.

Daniel Zang: Daniel's previous Wydown Theatre Company experience have included a Technical Crew Role in the 2021 Fall Play "Snow Angel". Daniel likes Vexillology, Linguistics, Geography, History, Rollerskating, and Philosophy. Daniel is very excited to be a part of this production.

Roni Zimmerman: Roni has not had any previous Wydown Theater Company experiences but she is really excited to be in Costume Crew. She enjoys spending time with her family and reading. Thanks to everyone who spent time to make this play possible.

Kati Zustiak: This is Kati's first Wydown Theatre Company production. She is very excited to be a part of the cast! Kati loves the creative and performing arts, and has been singing in the St. Louis Children's Choirs since 2018, and plays the piano and cello as well.