Cinderella Cast
Micah Alm (Goon 1, Ensemble, J.D U/S), is a Natural Resources Technician at Lake Maria State Park. Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville marks Micah’s third performance at the Ledge Amphitheater with GREAT, which represent only a fraction of his involvement with GREAT in past years. Micah has also been in shows including Matilda and Murder on the Orient Express, and has been backstage for shows like Descendants and Play that Goes Wrong. When Micah has free time, he likes baking and being with friends.
Savanna is a stay-at-home mom. She enjoys singing, dancing, hiking, trying new foods, and spending time with her friends. Savanna has been in several shows including Peter Pan, Alice in Wonderland, and Tom Sawyer as well as GREAT’s productions of The Music Man and Guys & Dolls.
Emirsyn enjoys dancing, singing, creating art and crafts, and spending time with her friends. She has been in many GREAT summer theatre camps including The Wizard of Oz, Snow White, and Charlotte’s Web. Emirsyn is excited to make her GREAT debut!
Megan works at Custom Catering. She loves dancing, playing the piano, singing, and going to the lake with her family. Megan has appeared in GREAT’s productions of Peter Pan and Disney’s The Little Mermaid.
Kristi Bryant is a Registered Nurse with Centracare. She has performed in GREAT shows like A Christmas Carol, Shrek, and most recently, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Kristi enjoys crocheting, crime documentaries, and naps. Being in Matilda has offered her a unique opportunity to share her love of theatre with her son Derek, who she will share the stage with!
Derek Bryant is in the sixth grade at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School. He likes basketball, gaming, and Black history. Derek has been in GREAT’s production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, and he’s excited to return to the stage for Matilda. Being on stage is Derek’s happy place, and he is sharing that experience with his mother Kristi!
Bridget is the Founder & Chief Marketing Strategist at Greenline Marketing. In her free time, Bridget teaches piano and voice lessons, enjoys photography and hand lettering, and lectures at her alma mater, CSB|SJU. She loves small-town coffee shops, digging in antique stores, spending time with her labradoodle Dolly, and seeing + experiencing new places. Above all else, Bridget truly cherishes time spent with her family and friends. Bridget has been in many productions including Grease, Wizard of Oz, Godspell and GREAT”s production of Alice in Wonderland.
Kate Ellis will be a freshman at Creighton University this fall, where she will be studying Biochemistry. She enjoys going on long drives, watching romantic comedies, listening to Taylor Swift, and drinking venti iced chais. Kate has graced the stage with roles in Cinderella and The Sound of Music with GREAT.
Wesley is a Summer Teaching Artist with GREAT. In his free time, Wesley enjoys playing the piano. He has been in Sweeney Todd: Demon Barber of Fleet Street and Annie Get Your Gun; this is Wesley’s GREAT debut!
Kristopher is employed with Transit Resource Company and enjoys reading, writing, poetry, philosophy, plants, and fitness. He has appeared in GREAT’s productions of Romeo and Juliet, The Hobbit, Beauty and The Beast, and Guys and Dolls.
Tierney loves theatre, dancing, and singing. While attending Sartell High School, she was cast in many shows including The Addams Family, The Music Man, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and several more! Tierney has also appeared in several GREAT productions including Disney’s The Little Mermaid, It’s a Wonderful Life, My Fair Lady, and Shrek the Musical.
Matt Kiminski is a Choir Teacher at Becker Middle School. He enjoys traveling, adventuring, biking, and learning. Matt has been in Cinderella with GREAT, and has served as a Vocal Director for various school productions.
Nate loves performing in plays and musicals. His other hobbies include relearning the piano (after not playing it since high school), hiking and camping in the summer, and skiing in the winter.
Caitlin Mayo is a teacher and dance instructor at Melrose Area Schools. She loves traveling, reading, snuggling with pets, and spending time with family and friends. Caitlin got to participate in her high school’s production of Grease, an experience that allowed her to discover an abundance of confidence in. Caitlin has also been in GREAT productions such as Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella.
Aiden loves creating art, studying history, and reading comic books. He has participated in many GREAT Theatre summer camps including Robin Hood, The Wizard of Oz, and Charlotte’s Web. This production is Aiden’s GREAT debut!
Cadence is a student at Sartell Middle School. She enjoys singing, acting, DIY projects, makeup, and spending time with friends. Cadence has participated in several school productions as well as GREAT’s Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play, Akeelah and the Bee, and The Rainbow Fish Musical.
This is Stella’s GREAT debut!
Colin Nord (Chadd, Brick U/S) is the Education Manager at GREAT Theatre. He’s been in GREAT productions of Singin’ in the Rain, Beauty and the Beast, and last year’s outdoor musical GREASE!. Escape to Margaritaville will be Colin’s third show at the Ledge, and he’s so excited to be returning to this stage! When he’s not at work or rehearsal, Colin might be getting coffee and laughing with friends or family.
Anya Overlein goes to the University of St. Thomas. In her free time, she listens to music, makes friends, runs, and plans road trips. Anya has been in GREAT shows such as The King & I, The Wizard of Oz, and most recently, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Anya is thrilled to be involved with theatre, having fewer opportunities to do so since going away to college!
Victoria is a student at Sartell Middle School. She enjoys theatre, swimming, playing the piano, hanging out with her friends, and spending time with her family’s dogs. Victoria has been in many of her school’s productions, including How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Zombies the Musical, and more! Victoria has also participated in many GREAT theatre summer camps and is making her GREAT debut!
Grace loves any and all things that have to do with performing! She also enjoys making coffee, working out, thrifting, and cooking. Grace has participated in many GREAT productions including Annie, Charlotte’s Web, The Wizard of Oz, Shrek the Musical, My Fair Lady, Disney’s Newsies, and several others!
James Reichow (Brick) is majoring in Social Studies Education at St. Cloud State University. He’s been in GREAT productions of The Laramie Project, Cinderella, and GREASE!, and he decided to audition for Escape to Margaritaville because “Margaritaville” is his mom’s favorite song! Some of James’ favorite hobbies are rowing, antiquing, and choir.
Noelle Ritzema is a student at St. Cloud Christian School. She was in Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella last year, and has returned to the stage with GREAT Theatre as Matilda because not many shows speak to children the way Matilda does! Some of Noelle’s favorite pastimes are reading, roller blading, and playing the flute.
Katherine is a junior at Saint Cloud State University and works in food services. When she’s not busy studying or working, Katherine loves to sing, paint, bake cupcakes, and spend time with her family – especially her new baby nephew! Katherine has appeared in many shows including The Addams Family, West Side Story, Flowers for Algernon, and many others as well as GREAT’s productions of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Pollyanna, A Christmas Carol, and My Fair Lady.
Maria is a choral education student at the College of Saint Benedict’s. She has been in many productions including Chicago, All Shook Up, Legally Blonde, Sister Act, Footloose, The Addams Family, and several others. In her free time, Maria loves writing music, baking, crafting, and spending time outdoors. This production is Maria’s GREAT debut!
Leighton is a student at Sartell High School. She enjoys driving, mini golfing, watching The Princess and the Frog, and hanging out with friends. She has been in Sartell High School’s productions of The Music Man, The Addams Family, and Hello! My Baby. Leighton also appeared in GREAT’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Elf the Musical.
Ethan Stoeckel is a senior at Tech High School. Ethan had never seen the musical or movie versions of Mamma Mia! when he decided to audition. In fact, he’d only ever listened to the show’s soundtrack! Ethan has been in a number of productions, including recent GREAT productions of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella and Matilda. Ethan likes writing, Dr. Who, retro computer games, and anime.
Danielle is an elementary school teacher who enjoys singing, playing the ukulele, and swing dancing. Danielle has appeared in shows such as The Wizard of Oz, The Sound of Music, Annie, and Oliver. She is now making her GREAT debut!
Emelia is a student at Rocori Middle School where she participates in track. She also enjoys playing soccer, dancing, and doing gymnastics. She is looking forward to her GREAT debut!
Khalil Uvero works as a Client Service Associate at Preferred Credit Inc. Khalil has been in To Kill a Mockingbird, Cinderella, and Mamma Mia!, and is currently directing Rocky Horror Picture Show. Khalil loves everything theatre, and enjoys embroidery and knitting.
Lindsay works with Anderson Trucking Services. She enjoys lyra, painting, singing, dancing, acting, sewing and knitting. Lindsay has participated in many shows before moving to Minnesota and is now excited for her GREAT debut!
Elliot attends Sartell High School and was featured in their production of The Addams Family. He enjoys tennis, singing, biking, and hanging out with friends. Elliot also participated in GREAT’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Emery is a student at Annandale Elementary School. He enjoys practicing the piano, running, learning about Greek mythology, and playing chess. Emery participated in GREAT’s Mulan summer camp. This production is his GREAT debut.
Alyssa Zaczek (Understudy Henrietta Leavitt) is a published novelist and playwright. Alyssa enjoys reading and writing, art and painting, and spending time with her fiance and pets. She’s been in GREAT shows like Guys and Dolls, White Christmas, and Cinderella. A large part of Alyssa’s enthusiasm for Silent Sky comes from the impact of Henrietta’s discoveries and the story that portrays an ambitious astronomer who happened to be Deaf.
Alex works with Great Estates Yard and Tree. He enjoys music, singing, and soccer. Alex has been in GREAT’s productions of Disney’s Newsies and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.