2024 Musical Cast

Freaky Friday

MAYELLA MILLER

Grade: 9

Hometown: Hubbard

Role: Ellie Blake

Previous Acting Experience: Frozen Jr. and Mary Poppins

Favorite Musical or Play: Phantom of the Opera and Godspell

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

Getting to work on a show with such a wonderful cast.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I play piano, clarinet, and sing in choir. I love baking and spending time with my family and friends. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

Any person lucky enough to pursue acting. Other than that, I’m pretty happy with being Mayella. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

It’s the best way to take a step out of your comfort zone and meet amazing people. 6-12 graders in the audience: I hope my next performance is with you!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

My favorite line is my line in Act 2 regarding body positivity. "Love who you are!"

KATIE DOLAN

Grade: 9

Hometown: Hubbard

Role: Katherine Blake

Previous Acting Experience: Frozen Jr. and Mary Poppins

Favorite Musical or Play: The Little Mermaid

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

I get to play different characters with different personalities.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I participate in volleyball, basketball, and track. I also enjoy baking when I have the time. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

I would want to swap lives with Audi Crooks to see what it would be like to be 6'3" and also to see what it would be like to play for Iowa State. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

I believe that everyone should do some type of musical performance. People don't realize how physical it is and how close you get with the other members. The thing I like most is how we have grown closer and get to see the show evolve. 

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"You're Swedish, everything's ok."

AIDEN KUECKER

Grade: 9

Hometown: Eldora

Role: Fletcher Blake

Previous Acting Experience: Theatre camp

Favorite Musical or Play: Hamilton

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

Playing characters I don't know.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I read and play games.

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

Ryan Reynolds... He's Ryan Reynolds.

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

It's fun to learn and perform with friends!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical?

"Shoppin' with my mom."

FINNIGAN HINDERAKER

Grade: 10

Hometown: Radcliffe

Role: Mike

Previous Acting Experience: Frozen Jr. and Mary Poppins

Favorite Musical or Play: Mary Poppins

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

The music!

What do you do when you're not performing?

I play instruments, play chess, and hang out with my friends.

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

I am pretty content with my own life. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

The cast is super duper nice and we goof around a lot, which is very fun!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"I don't do drugs! I eat Cheetos in bed because they comfort me." - Adam

KALLIE WELCH

Grade: 6

Hometown: Hubbard

Role: Gretchen

Previous Acting Experience: This is Kallie's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: Mean Girls

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

It's really fun and shows another side of yourself. You have to be a whole different person. 

What do you do when you're not performing?

I sleep and listen to music. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

Tate McRae because she is my favorite singer and it would be fun to be her. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

Everyone is nice and makes it fun. Also, you should join it because when you do, new paths open up!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"Blow it out your ear, barbie!"

IZZY RUNDALL

Grade: 7

Hometown: Eldora

Role: Hannah

Previous Acting Experience: Acted as a skunk in a play

Favorite Musical or Play: This one!

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

I like the Oscars, meeting other actors, and how acting can lead to talking on talk shows and being in a movie. 

What do you do when you're not performing?

I dance, sing, read, and draw.

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

Ariana Grande because I want to sing like her and see what it is like to be a famous celebrity.

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

Everyone is so fun to perform with and acting is my dream. It is so fun and I want others to feel that way too!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"Strip down to your skivis and swim!"

COLBY ZOLLAR

Grade: 10

Hometown: Eldora

Role: Adam

Previous Acting Experience: Mary Poppins

Favorite Musical or Play: Shrek

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

It's fun!

What do you do when you're not performing?

I play sports, play music, and do lots of homework. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

I would swap lives with any rich person, for... you know why?

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

It's great fun, yet a little challenging! You get to meet new people that share the same interests as you do. 

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"SEVEN LAYER BARS." - Mike

HANA MILLER

Grade: 6

Hometown: Hubbard

Role: Savannah

Previous Acting Experience: This is Hana's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: Mary Poppins

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

The plot of the story and getting to make that real.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I sleep, play volleyball, go to school, and hang out with my friends/sisters.

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

One of my friends because I want to know what is happening in their life.

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

Others should join South Hardin theatre because it is fun. You get to be yourself at the same time as you are playing a character. 

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

My favorite line from the musical is, "Loser!" (I say it)

SKYLAR KIELISZEK

Grade: 11

Hometown: Steamboat Rock

Role: Torrey/Adam’s Mom

Previous Acting Experience: Mary Poppins

Favorite Musical or Play: Rent and Little Shop of Horrors

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

I love to make people laugh and be myself on stage.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I like bible journaling and playing music. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

Kim Kardashian so I can be rich for a day. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

You should join because it's such a great opportunity to see if you like theatre, to become more confident on stage, and to find lifelong friendships.

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical?

"Katherine makes a plan and we go to war, weddings are war."

DALLAS BALL

Grade: 6

Hometown: Hubbard

Role: Grandma Helene/Mrs. Luckenbill/Mrs. Time/Gretchen’s Mom

Previous Acting Experience: This is Dallas's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: Matilda

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

Making memories with the cast. 

What do you do when you're not performing?

I enjoy playing volleyball and being outside with my dogs. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

I would swap lives with Taylor Swift to see what it is like performing on stage in front of thousands of people. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

It is fun to get out of your comfort zone and you get to work with really great people! 

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"Oh can it, Kevin!"

EMMITT LINDSEY

Grade: 10

Hometown: Eldora / Marshalltown

Role: Grandpa Gordon/Mr. Blumen/Senor O’Brien/Wells’ Dad/Parker’s Dad  

Previous Acting Experience: This is Emmitt's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: Shrek

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

Playing different roles and the creativity.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I play the flute.

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

Anyone rich.

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

It is fun and a good way to avoid homework!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"I think she smokes the ganja."

TRINITY HESS

Grade: 10

Hometown: Eldora

Role: Danielle/Ms. Meyers

Previous Acting Experience: This is Trinity's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: Annie

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

The way people bring characters to life and working with others. 

What do you do when you're not performing?

I do homework, hang out with friends, read, and draw. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

I wouldn't be anyone else. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

I like how everybody brightens up the mood and just overall have fun with each other. 

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

I'm liking the kitchen set as it's coming together! 

MILA HINDERAKER

Grade: 6

Hometown: Eldora

Role: Savannah’s Mom/Laurel

Previous Acting Experience: This is Mila's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: Frozen

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

The costumes.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I like to play sports and hang out with friends. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

If I were to switch lives with someone, it would probably be my older brother. I think it would be cool to see what high school is like and for him to go back to middle school.

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

I think other people should join the musical because it is an amazing experience and is very entertaining. It gives you something to do. My favorite part about the group of people who are doing the musical with me is that they are all very funny and I always look forward to seeing them at rehearsal.

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"Seven layer bars."

CARTER ZOLLAR

Grade: 11

Hometown: Eldora

Role: Dr. Ehrin/Pastor Bruno/Officer Kowalski

Previous Acting Experience: Mary Poppins

Favorite Musical or Play: Phantom of the Opera

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

Becoming a different person.

What do you do when you're not performing?

I play video games and music. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

I would swap lives with Colby because he does a lot of stuff that looks easy. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

Everyone is so funny and can do what they need to do. 

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"But I love myself."

TESSA THOMAS

Grade: 6

Hometown: Hubbard

Role: Parker/Fish Vendor

Previous Acting Experience: This is Tessa's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: I don't have one!

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

I enjoy being a fake emotion. 

What do you do when you're not performing?

I make bracelets. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

I would switch with my mom to see what she does at work. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

I enjoy being with my friends and it's fun!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"You get ear infections."

ELIJAH FEAKER

Grade: 6

Hometown: Hubbard

Role: Wells 

Previous Acting Experience: This is Elijah's acting debut!

Favorite Musical or Play: Hamilton

What is your favorite thing about acting? 

The friends I make and the characters I get to play. 

What do you do when you're not performing?

I like anime and video games. I also practice for the play. 

If you could swap lives with one person, who would it be and why? 

Hiroshi Kitadani because he has an amazing voice. 

Why should others join South Hardin theatre? 

Everyone is always so funny! Others should join because it would be amazing if we had more people involved. It is super fun!

What is your favorite line or prop from the musical? 

"But I love myself!"