The cast of A Day in the Life is comprised of students in grades 5-8. While some of our performers have been in Valley TLC productions in the past, we are so excited to share that many will be making their Welsh Valley debut in this play. Congratulations to all our performers!
Soren Barash
as
Whitaker
Soren is a 7th grader and the first featured lead in this year's production of A Day in the Life. He previously performed on the Welsh Valley stage as Whitaker Worthington in Unprecedented Times and the Royal Gatekeeper in The Wiz. When he is not performing, Soren practices Jiu-Jitsu, a defensive martial art. He loves theater and the arts, and hopes that you have a great time in the audience. Enjoy!
Naomi Crookham
as
Kari Yokee
Naomi is a 5th grader and the youngest lead in this year's fall play - but don't let her young age fool you! Naomi is an experienced actress, performing in 5 summer camps for young actors. She will be making her Valley TLC debut in this year's play. Outside of the theatre Naomi enjoys playing on her iPad and hanging out with her friends.
Noah Morris
as
Cal
Noah is an energetic 8th grader and one of the leads in this year's fall play. They are a seasoned performer, acting in community programs at WolfPac and Music Training Center. Additionally, Noah performed in Welsh Valley's Unprecedented Times as Mr. Worthington and The Wiz as Lord High Underling. Outside of school they enjoy bike riding with their family and playing video games.
Makayla Purdie
as
Sam Johnson
Makayla is a 7th grader who will be returning to the Welsh Valley stage as a lead in this year's production of A Day in the Life. Makayla previously performed in The Wiz. When she is not acting, she can be found pursuing her interest in the visual arts.
Rae Feldman
as
Flynn
Rae is a 7th grader who has performed as supporting characters and ensemble roles in 5 musicals. Outside of the theatre, Rae enjoys writing fiction stories. and trasvelling.
Matilda Marrone
as
Whitaker's Parent + Ensemble
Matilda is a 7th grader who previously performed as a younger sibling in last year's fall play. Outside of the theatre Matilda enjoys gymnastics.
Liora Bar-Or
as
Whitaker's Younger Sibling + Ensemble
Liora is a 6th grader. She has performed on-stage in many summer camps and will be making her Welsh Valley debut in A Day in the Life.. In addition to acting, Liora enjoys gymnastics and circus arts. She cannot wait to perform for you!
Arava Brodetzki
as
Principal Hallway
Arava is a 7th grader that made her acting debut in Artifacts, another Welsh Valley performance opportunity. She will be making her Valley TLC debut as the principal of Welsh Valley. Outside of school Arava enjoys playing with her dogs and Ninja Warriors.
David Campbell
as
Mr. Gamsberg
David is a 7th grader who previously performed as King Creon in Artifacts' 2021-22 production of Antigone. He will make. his Valley TLC debut as Mr. Gamsberg, a tribute to former TLC director Mr. Ginsberg. Outside of school he enjoys participating in wrestling and boxing.
Gabriel Newsome
as
Mr. ScaGari
Gabriel is an 8th Grader who will be performing in his final Welsh Valley fall play as Mr. ScaGari, a math turned music teacher. He is a seasoned singer, performing in musical roles from the Lion King, Aladdin, and Moana.. Gabe was previously the lead Neil Talky in Valley TLC's production of Unprecedented Times. Outside of acting, Gabe enjoys playing chess.
Vincent Webster
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School Announcer
Vincent is a 6th grader who will be taking on the School Announcer role in this year's fall play. Though this will be his Welsh Valley debut, he is a seasoned actor. Outside of the theatre Vincent enjoys animation.
Jonas Berger
as
Soccer Coach 1
Jonas is a 7th grader who will be performing as Soccer Coach 1 in this year's production of A Day in the Life.. He previously performed as Cosmo Brown in Singin' in the Rain at WolfPac. Outside of the theatre Jonas is also involved in VEX Robotics.
Oscar Garfield
as
Soccer Coach 2
Oscar is a 6th grader. who will be making his Valley TLC debut as Coach 2.
Meiko Johnson
as
Aunt Meiko + Ensemble
Meiko is a 6th grader who is joining Valley TLC for the first time in A Day in the Life. She has taken acting classes and also plays the trumpet.
Cassandra Bush
as
Ms. Johnson + Ensemble
Cassie is a 6th grader who will be making her Welsh Valley debut in this year's fall play. She has been in three summer camp productions, including as the Wicked Witch of the West (The Wizard of Oz) and The Mad Hatter (Alice in Wonderland). Cassie loves to read, play video games, and watch YouTube when she is not at rehearsal.
Penelope MacDonald
as
Anna-Konda Johnson + Ensemble
Penny is a 6th grader who was last seen on stage as the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland. She is an avid dancer, who has performed in the famous ballet The Nutcracker twice! Outside of the performing arts Penny enjoys the visual arts - including painting, sketching, and sculting.
Adrita Roy
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Lily Johnson + Ensemble
Adrita is a 5th grader who will be making her Welsh Valley debut as Lily Johnson, Sam's younger sister. In her spare time she enjoys drawing, coloring, and spending time with her younger sister.
Sejal Jain
as
Featured Ensemble
Sejal is a 5th grader who will be making her Welsh Valley debut as a member of the featured ensemble. In her free time she enjoys playing soccer, writing, learning, and most of all HAVING FUN! Sejal enjoys being a part of the play and making new friends.
Eric Almonte
as
Featured Ensemble
Eric is a 5th grader who is making his Valley TLC debut as a member of the featured ensemble.
Daniel Ackerman
as
Featured Ensemble
Daniel is a 6th grader who will be making his Valley TLC debut in the featured ensemble. He has been performing on-stage since 2018. Outside of the theatre Daniel enjoys writing.. playing soccer, and acting.
Jordyn Gardner
as
Featured Ensemble
Jordyn is a 6th grader who is making her Welsh Valley debut in this year's production of A Day in the Life.. Her last theatrical appearance was in her the first grade. Outside of the theater, Jordyn enjoys cheerleading.. She loves musicals and is pumped for this show!
Danny Green
as
Featured Ensemble
Danny is an 8th grader who will be performing in his last Welsh Valley Fall Play as a member of the featured ensemble.