Bios

Abby Berg (dance captain) loves dance and murder mysteries, and Ruthless! is the perfect combination of those things. Abby has previously performed in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged), Pippin, and Love Doctor at Meridian, as well as in shows outside of school, such as Henry IV, Part 1 (shoutout to Travelers 1 and 2). Abby hopes this show gives you as many laughs as it gave them. Many thanks to Abby's friends and family for supporting their theater kid-ness and constant musical references. 

Adi Rose Henderson (Kids) is excited to be in this production of Ruthless. She was a main part of stage crew as the head of props, as well as a stage runner, for her 8th grade play, High School Musical Jr, and now she is super excited to be out on stage instead of behind the curtains. When she is not on stage, she spends her free time making digital art, and being energetic around friends. Thanks to my parents who encouraged me to be part of this play, and also to everyone who is a part of it for making it such an enjoyable and fun experience.

Alexis West (Lousie Lerman) is ruthlessly taking the stage in her third Meridian production. Other roles include Pippin (Dance Ensemble), The Love Doctor (Henriette), and Footloose (Teen Ensemble). When she is not acting at Meridian, she is lead choreographer at Mary Ellen Henderson or watching Moulin Rouge again. She would like to thank her family and all her friends for being so supportive.

Anisa Frey (Lita Encore) is now in her second production at Meridian High School. Previous credits include Pippin, Alice by Laura Wade, Shrek the Musical Jr., and Peter Pan Jr. When not playing a viciously musical-hating grandmother, Anisa can be found singing [musical] songs at random times. In between songs you may also catch her on a basketball court or softball field. She would like to thank her teachers for reluctantly extending her homework deadlines throughout the past week.  

Annika Wolf (Kids) is so excited to be in her first musical at Meridian! Last year she enjoyed being in the very funny and exciting Moliere's The Love Doctor, and is currently also enjoying her second year of high school theater with Mr. Northrip! Annika enjoys music, writing, basketball, and hanging out with friends in her free time. Thank you to her parents and sister for always coming to her performances!

Ash Yin (Kids) is proud to be performing in their first-ever show at Meridian, Ruthless!. Their other credits include Fame and Les Misérables. They can't wait to continue exploring and being part of the theatre here at Meridian. Thank you to my amazing parents and sisters, who always have my back.

Ben Kline (Frederick) first started performing at Meridian High School in Pippin (Illusion Ensemble), and more recently, Meridian High School’s The Love Doctor (Rene). He also participates in community theatre, namely ACCT’s Legally Blonde (Emmet). When he’s not on stage he can be found playing video games, and petting his dog (Molly). Ben thanks his friends for being so supportive and his parents for helping him along his way. 

Carmen Ortiz (Rachel Hobbs/Kids) is ready to ruthlessly scream your eardrums out. During her 7 years of performing, Carmen’s credits include The Christmas Angel and Ichabod: the Legend of Sleepy Hollow at Creative Cauldron community theatre. When Carmen isn’t on stage you can often find her doing some other form of art; whether that’s painting, drawing, writing bad songs, or making snow angels in the mud! Thank you so much to Nicole Johnston (mom) and David Ortiz (dad) for always being so supportive, thank you to Carlos Ortiz (brother) for always pushing Carmen’s creativity with his own, and thank you to everyone Carmen met and connected with through Ruthless!.

Eudora Neal (Judy) is ruthless. 

Katarina Villasmil (Kids) is so excited to be acting in this production of Ruthless!. She has been acting for five years now, most recently playing Gomez in the middle school’s production of Addams Family. When she’s not acting, Katarina spends her time reading, her bookshelf now overflowing. Thanks Megan, for being one of my best friends, even when I can’t hang out because I have rehearsals. And most importantly, thank you mom and dad for always supporting me, especially with acting. I know how much time you spend driving me to rehearsals (Don’t worry, I get my license in 2 years), but I hope you know that time is spent making memories I’ll treasure forever!

Mia Schatz (Tina) hates writing bios.

Paxton Hebblethwaite (Sylvia) is excited to perform as the camp queen herself Sylvia in Meridian High School's production of Ruthless!. This is his fifth show at Meridian and his last musical here. When Paxton isn't performing he is spending time with his pets Zuzu, Lucy, and Kirby. He would like to thank his friends and family for all the love and support. 

Rayne Hammerschmidt (Kids) is channeling her inner third-grader in this production of Ruthless!. In the past, she’s done tech for MEH’s productions of High School Musical Jr. and Addams Family Young@Part. In her free time, she plays the piano as well as a variety of sports. Thank you to my parents for putting up with the wacky schedules and Joce for listening to my constant rambling about the show. 

Tabby Hermann (Eve) is a sophomore this year, her previous credits include, Annie with Encore Stage and Studio and High School Musical. When Tabby is not at rehearsal she spends time with her friends getting food probably at Chipotle. Thanks, Mom and Dad!

Tyler Huang (pianist) never played in the pit band before but why do you need to know that? Wait, this is the application for the jazz band right? Can a musical really be learned in 2 weeks?