Grease 2022 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.
Kylee Crews (Tina, Ensemble) is an Honors student at St. Cloud State University, double majoring in Spanish and Early Childhood Education. She has been in GREAT productions of Little Shop of Horrors, Grease, and Legally Blonde. For fun, Kylee likes to read and cross-stitch.
Holly Dahlinger is a Bank Teller, and is also going to school to become a Literature Arts Teacher. She loves dogs, the arts, and recently started crafting cribbage boards with her dad. Holly has always loved theatre and started her journey with GREAT in 2017 with It’s a Wonderful Life. Since then, Holly has also appeared in Beauty and The Beast and The Little Mermaid.
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.
Ayden Giswold is a Teachers Assistant at St. Boniface Preschool. They like to watch movies, dance, and generally be a movie buff. Ayden worked through horrible stage fright growing up, which lead to taking parts in shows such as Thoroughly Modern Millie, Roger and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, and The Wizard of Oz.
Brennan Hafermann works as a barista at Starbucks. When he has time, he enjoys music and playing guitar. Brennan has been in shows such as High School Musical. After seeing GREAT’s production of Mamma Mia he knew he wanted to get back into theatre.
Tierney Hammer is a Dance Instructor at North Crest Kids Activity Center. Tierney likes reading, sewing, painting, and drawing. Tierney has also been in Mamma Mia, Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, My Fair Lady, and It’s a Wonderful Life.
Celena Hansen is an Administrative Assistant at St. Cloud Hospital. She is an avid reader, and she also enjoys watercolor painting in her spare time. Celena auditioned for Grease after moving to St. Cloud from Maryland so that she could experience the arts and connect with people in the community. She has been in shows such as James and the Giant Peach, Into the Woods, and The Addams Family.
Maddison Hofer (Rachel) is a Junior at St. Cloud State University, and has been in shows such as The Rocky Horror Show, Elf, and last year’s GREAT production at the Ledge, GREASE!. Maddison passes her free time by reading and spending time with her cat.
Mitchell Hurrle is a registered Nurse in the NICU of St. Cloud Hospital. He likes musical theatre, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. Mitchell has been involved in numerous shows with GREAT and was last seen in Mamma Mia! and Matilda.
Jacki Johnson just completed her Bachelors in Psychology, and is a stay-at-home mother of four. She enjoys running, Netflix, spending time with her family, and fried chicken. Grease is a special show for Jacki, since she grew up watching it with family. She has been in Hairspray and A Christmas Carol with GREAT.
Bailey Jones works as a crew member at the St. Cloud Skatin’ Place. They enjoy playing music and learning new and impressive skating tricks. Bailey loves musicals and has been in GREAT show such as The Buddy Holly Story, Grease, Peter Pan, and The Laramie Project, and Snow White.
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.
Otto Klemp works as a Shift Supervisor at Starbucks, and plans on attending Webster University’s Performing Arts Conservatory for his BFA in Musical Theatre. In his spare time, Otto enjoys skydiving and rock-climbing. He has been in Little Shop of Horrors, The Sound of Music, and Mamma Mia!
Grecia Lopez works at GREAT Theatre as a Teaching Artist with a goal to become an actress. She enjoys hanging out with her cat and watching rom-coms. Grecia has been in productions such as The Little Mermaid, Alice in Wonderland, The Sound of Music, and Mamma Mia with GREAT.
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.
Victoria Mitchell is both a Teacher’s Assistant in the Choral Department at Piers Healy High, and works with kids at the Kids Hideout in Little Falls. She will be attending UMD to pursue Music Education in the fall. Victoria enjoys playing, listening to, and writing music! She also loves being around friends and family. Victoria has loved performing since she was little, and has appeared in numerous high school productions. She has appeared in Little Shop of Horrors, Beauty and the Beast, and The Addams Family.
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.
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.
Hannah Renken is an Early Childhood Teacher at St. Michael-Albertville Schools. She enjoys being with friends and family, attending concerts, and watching mystery/thriller shows. Hannah has been attending shows with her grandmother (Mimi) since she was little, and is excited to make her GREAT debut!
Alyssa Rysavy works in administration for Huse Orthodontics. She enjoys video games, board games, thrifting, and being outdoors. Alyssa had been in musicals including How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, The Music Man, and Beauty and the Beast. Alyssa met her husband in a high school theatre production, and this will be their first musical together since graduating!
Albert Rysavy is a Nurse Manager for Bayada Home Health Care. He enjoys music, frisbee golf, and hiking. Albert has been in shows such as Guys and Dolls and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying during his high school days, and he’s excited to be back onstage!
Martha Sanguma graduated from the Model College of Hair Design. She enjoys singing, acting, and arts and crafts! Martha fell in love with the GREAT community, and could not imagine spending her summer any other way. She has appeared in Matilda and Mamma Mia! with GREAT.
Caleb Schweim is a sophomore at Minnesota State University Mankato. He enjoys Dungeons and Dragons, cooking, drawing, and playing video games. Caleb loves to perform and entertain the masses, citing Gabriel Iglesias, John Mulaney, and Jack Black as comedic influences. Caleb has appeared in GREAT’s productions of The Sound of Music, and Grease.
Sarah Steinfeldt is an instructor at St. Cloud State University. She loves to read, write, watch films, and be with friends. Sarah broke out of her comfort zone when she auditioned for Grease, and she hopes others will be encouraged to do the same!
David Symalla is a Teacher, Director, and Speech Coach at Paynesville High School. He likes to spend time with his amazing wife and daughter. When there’s time, he likes movies, TV, and reading– anything with a good story, really. David is soccer fan, supporting Minnesota United and Minnesota Aurora. David has been in 57 shows with GREAT, and this will be his fifth time being involved with a GREAT production of Grease.
Alyssa Tasto works as a Classroom Aide for Playhouse Childcare. In her free time, she writes, reads, tells ghost stories, and learns obscure facts. Alyssa has been in a number of shows including Legally Blonde, The Rocky Horror Show, and Radium Girls.
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.
Summer Welch (Investor 1, Ensemble) is a Creative in the Marketing Department at Blattner Company. She’s been involved with many GREAT shows on and offstage, and starred in recent GREAT productions of GREASE!, Mamma Mia!, and Matilda. Summer likes to spend her free time with family and friends, playing video games, and listening to music and podcasts.