Music by Alan Menken
Howard Ashman and Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton
Originally Directed by Rob Roth
Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions
Directed by Katie Zakkak
Musical Direction by Kyle Hankins
Choreography by Maddie Williams
NOVEMBER 8-10, 2024
This production contains special effects, including strobe lights. Please see an usher if you would like more information about when these effects occur.
Any video and/or audio recording of this performance is strictly prohibited.
ACT 1
Ouverture
Prologue
Scene 1: Village ................................................................ “Belle”
Scene 2: Forest .................................................... “Wolf Chase”
Scene 3: Castle ............................... “Maurice and the Beast”
Scene 4: Cottage ................................................................. “Me” ............................................................................ “Belle (Reprise)”
Scene 5: Castle ............................................................... “Home”
Scene 6: Tavern ............................................................ “Gaston”
......................................................................... “Gaston (Reprise)”
Scene 7: Castle ............................................................. “Gaston”
................................................... “How Long Must This Go On?”
............................................................................... “Be Our Guest”
....................................................................... “If I Can’t Love Her”
15 minute intermission
ACT 2
Entr’acte
Scene 1: Forest ..................................................... “Wolf Chase”
Scene 2: Castle ......................................... “Something There” .............................................................................. “Human Again” ............................................................... “Beauty and the Beast” ...................................................... “If I Can’t Love Her (Reprise)
Scene 3: Cottage ......................................... “A Change In Me” ............................................................................. “The Mob Song”
Scene 4: Castle ............................................ “Home (Reprise)”
................................................ “Transformation/Finale Ultimo”
CAST
(in order of appearance)
Narrator - Eva Reddien
Young Prince - Leo Millican
Old Beggar Woman/Enchantress - Eve Finley
Belle - Hannah Broderick
Townspeople - Leo Millican, Rebecca Terry, Maria Wade, Pip Reese, Ania Martinez, Eliya Fahimi, Maddie Luea, Anna Spence, Cimbri Cotton, Ceci Cheffers, Alistair White, Amara Joe-Nwankwo, Gloria Harrell, Emma Ambarian, Claire Claverie, Saranda Prickett
Le Filles la Ville - Saranda Prickett, Brooklyn Pike, Porter Congdon
Gaston - Hudson Magrum
Lefou - Anna Kate Talbot
Maurice - Caleb Hendrick
Wolves - Caroline Henry, Eva Reddien, Catherine Rose Martinez, Mia Prickett, Emme Hickman
Lumiere - Noah Sullivan
Cogsworth - MacKenzie Disher
Mrs. Potts - Blake Birmingham
Chip - Colette Barkley
Babette - Emma Wanucha
Beast - Parker Nute
Gargoyles - Isidora Bobos, Juliette Conklin
Madame De La Grande Bouche - Samantha Coplan
Napkins - Eve Finley, Eva Reddien, Caroline Henry, Brooklyn Pike
Flatware - Catherine Rose Martinez, Mia Prickett, Emme Hickman, Miller Logan, Avery Nute, Ivy Treybig
Enchanted Objects - Isidora Bobos, Juliette Conklin, Chisom Joe-Nwankwo, Abby Scharf, Charlotte Longmuir, Olivia Slocum, Grace Nelley, Taylor Harrison, Porter Congdon, Gloria Harrell, Emma Ambarian, Claire Claverie, Saranda Prickett
Monsieur D’Arque - Abby Scharf
Understudies - Performing on Thursday, November 7 at 9:00 a.m. and Saturday, November 9 at 2:00 p.m.
Narrator - Chisom Joe-Nwankwo
Belle - Taylor Harrison
Mrs. Potts - Charlotte Longmuir
Cogsworth - Olivia Slocum
Chip - Grace Nelley
Babette - Miller Logan
Madame De La Grande Bouche - Avery Nute
Lefou - Ivy Treybig
Les Filles La Ville - Emma Ambarian, Claire Claverie, Saranda Prickett
Flatware - Emma Wanucha, Samantha Coplan, Anna Kate Talbot
Townspeople - Porter Congdon, Brooklyn Pike
PRODUCTION TEAM AND CREW
Director - Katie Zakkak
Music Director - Kyle Hankins
Choreography - Maddie Williams - Adapted from original choreography by Leigh Anne DeLisle
Production Stage Manager - Nicole Patras
Orchestra - Kyle Hankins (Conductor and Keyboard), Evyn Dahlinger (Keyboard 2), Shelby Parton (Flute), Toni Ferguson (Violin), Felicity Yasay (Cello), Neil Rutland (Percussion), Henry Keefer (Violin), Larry Crew (Bass), Olivia Watson (Cello), Emmett Casteel (Violin), Eli Loudenslager (Violin)
Costume Design - Diane Meier, Mary Cecilia Meier
Student Asst. Technical Director - Sophia Roberts
Student Stage Managers - Mary Geist, Shannon Contreras, El Hancock, Mac Miller
Rehearsal Assistants - Daira Ramirez, Elsa Anderson
Set/Prop Design and Painting Team - Abi Herndon, Katie Zakkak, Nicole Patras, Mary Geist, Sophia Roberts, Ivy Treybig, El Hancock, Emma Wanucha, Mollie Kate Zimmerman
Props Lead - Mollie Kate Zimmerman
Lighting Designer and Operator - Saba Michael
Lighting Assistants/Spotlight OperatorsJessie Chung, Taylor Ann Millican
Sound Designer and Operator - Sophia Roberts
Sound Assistant - Mary Cecilia Meier
Makeup Design - Annabella Sergio, Anna Kate Talbot
Photography - Uchida Photography
Publicity and Program Design - Maria Marchetti, Amelia Strobel, Michal Ann Zinser, Nicole Patras
Run Crew - Eleanor Lampley, Mary Geist, Carter Schwartz, Mollie Kate Zimmerman, Shannon Contreras, Colleen Dryden, Princess Gonzales, Elsa Anderson, Amaya Gomez, Maria Carrera
House Manager - Daira Ramirez
Hair and Makeup Committee - Anna Kate Talbot, Ava Culpepper, Yullia Herasymova, Annabella Sergio, Porter Congdon, Ivy Treybig, Miller Logan, Eve Finley, Eliya Fahimi, Eva Reddien, Dalton Vaughn, Daphne Harrell
Hair Design - Blake Birmingham
Concessions Committee - Cammie Carlton, Chisom Joe-Nwankwo, Sam Coplan, Charlotte Longmuir, Colette Barkley, Caroline Henry, Mia Prickett, Emme Hickman, Abby Scharf, Rebecca Terry, Pip Reese, Anna Spence, Emily Mzumara
Marketing Committee - Blake Birmingham, Brooklyn Pike, Avery Nute, Hannah Broderick, Taylor Harrison, Gloria Harrell, Catherine Rose Martinez, Ania Martinez, Saranda Prickett, Alistair White, Amara Joe-Nwankwo
Memory Board Committee - Emma Wanucha, Mackenzie Disher, Olivia Slocum, Emma Ambarian, Grace Nelley, Isidora Bobos, Juliette Conklin, Maria Wade, Maddie Luea, Cimbri Cotton, Ceci Cheffers
Usherettes - SCA Theatre Guild
MEET THE CAST
Emma Ambarian (Les Fille La VilleUnderstudy, Salt, Townsperson) is a junior at St. Cecilia and has been a part of theatre for three years. She has played ensemble roles in Annie and A Wrinkle in Time as well as Humpty Dumpty in Alice in Wonderland. Emma is the treasure of Theatre Guild. Emma is in many clubs and organizations at SCA including the Ambassador board, French club, and Model United Nations. Emma would like to thank her parents, her friends, Noah Kahan, and most of all God for all the love and support throughout the years. Emma hopes you enjoy the show!!!
Colette Barkley (Chip) is a Sophomore at St. Cecilia Academy and has been a part of theatre since eighth grade. Some of her previous roles include Charles Wallace in A Wrinkle in Time, Molly in Annie, and Mock Turtle in Alice in Wonderland. Colette participates in Theatre Guild, Latin Club, Writing Club, Youth in Government, and Mock Trial. Colette is excited to be in this show and anticipates more shows in the future. She would like to thank her parents, her classmates, and her director, Mrs. Zakkak, for helping her to be the best she can be.
Blake Birmingham (Mrs. Potts) is a senior at St. Cecilia Academy. She’s currently the president of drama for the St. Cecilia Theatre Guild. She has been in many past productions such as Annie as Mrs. Hannigan - Understudy and Burt Healy, the Queen of Hearts in Alice in Wonderland, Mrs. Who in A Wrinkle in Time and many other roles along her 4 years. She also does productions for Act Too Players and
has been in Mean Girls, Into the Woods, and Urinetown. Blake is so grateful for the St. Cecilia community and the support of every single one of the people in this program has given her. She wants to give a special thanks to her Mom and her Dad who are always there to run lines with her and help her with any role she takes on. She also wants to thank her friends for always being by her side and supporting her by coming to her shows (CS). Blake is so excited to take on the role as Mrs. Potts and can’t wait to see you at this show that’s a tale as old as time.
Isidora Bobos (Gargoyle, Whisk) is an 8th grader at St. Cecilia Academy. This is her second year doing theatre at SCA. She also did one show when she was overseas in Bahrain. In Matilda she was ensemble, and in Annie she was the understudy for Duffy (an orphan). Last year in Alice in Wonderland, she was the Knave of Hearts, and in Mythically Mythical Myths over at MBA she was a Bull. Isidora does Improv Club and Theatre Guild along with piano and mandarin. She would like to thank her friends, family, and voice instructor Mrs. Hayden. She is excited to have four more years here to do more productions.
Hannah Broderick (Belle) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy and has been a part of SCA theatre for the past three years. Some of her previous roles include Grace - Understudy in Annie (SCA), Aunt March Understudy in Little Women (SCA), Mother in A Wrinkle in Time (SCA), Tweedle Dum in Alice and Wonderland (SCA), the Witch in Into the Woods (Act Too Franklin), Oscar in Newsies (Act Too Franklin). Hannah is secretary for the Student Council and a member of the Theatre Guild, French club, SCA swim team, Tennis team and the Seasons Dance Company. Hannah looks forward to another amazing production by the SCA Theatre program! She would
like to thank her family, the entire tech crew, and Mrs. Zakkak and Mrs. Patras!
Claire Claverie (Les Fille La VilleUnderstudy, Candlestick, Townsperson) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy. She’s involved in Girl Scouts, Model United Nations (MUN), Youth in Government (YIG), mock trial, and theatre outside of school. She loves volunteering and is active in several clubs. She is also the co-founder of the SCA finance club. When she’s not busy with activities, she loves spending time with her friends and getting lost in a good book. She is really passionate about all these activities and SCA theatre, and she is grateful for the experiences and friends she has made along the way. Thanks to everyone who has supported her!
Ceci Cheffers (Shepherd) is a freshman at St.Cecilia Academy and this is her first show for St. Cecilia other than The Musical in a Day. Ceci is a part of Theatre Guild along with Baking Club and Service Club. She is extremely excited to do her first real show for St. Cecilia Academy. She would like to thank her friends for doing this with her and her parents for supporting her.
Samantha Coplan (Madame de la Grande Bouche) is a freshman at St Cecilia Academy and has been part of theatre for two years. Some of her previous roles include AnnieUnderstudy in Annie, Katheryn in Newsies, and Gryphon in Alice and Wonderland. Sam is part of the Theatre Guild, and she participates in the Baking Club and Spanish Club. Sam is so grateful for this role and has had such a fun time with this show! She would like to thank her parents for supporting her in everything she does.
Porter Congdon (Les Fille La Ville, Cheese Grater) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy and has been an active member of theatre for all three years. Some of her previous roles include Duffy in Annie, Alice - Understudy in Alice in Wonderland, and ensemble member in Little Women and A Wrinkle in Time. Porter is parliamentarian and event coordinator of Writing Club and is also a part of the Ambassador Board, French Club, and Theatre Guild. Porter is so excited for this show and cannot wait for you to see her as a cheese grater. She would like to thank her family and friends for making her the person she is today.
Juliette Conklin (Gargoyle, Flatware) is a 7th grader and she is honored to make her SCA stage debut as an “enchanted object.” Her acting credits include Willy Wonka by Nashville theatre School, an extra in the film Henry and the Horrible Thing, and a professional content creator on kidscasting. com. She is represented by Tribe Talent Management. In addition to acting, Juliette is the Secretary in the Junior High student council and plays the electric bass guitar and the piano.
Cimbri Cotton (Marie, Bartender, Villager) is a sophomore at St. Cecilia Academy. She participated on crew during her freshman year, and this is her first show performing at SCA. She is treasurer for the Speech and Debate team and is also a member of Theatre Guild.
MacKenzie Disher (Cogsworth) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy, and has taken part in theatre as both crew and cast, this is her first year playing a part in a St. Cecilia musical, but she has had roles in other musicals in the past, such as Iago in Aladdin Junior, and Phineas Trout in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Junior. She also participates in other activities such as Latin Club, Chess Club, and Student Council. She is immensely grateful for being able to participate in a St. Cecilia production as a member of the cast, especially in a role such as Cogsworth. She wants to thank all of her friends, especially Ivy, for pushing her to audition, as well as her sisters who helped her to practice for the audition, and her parents for showing her the support that she needed.
Eliya Fahimi (Milkmaid, Villager) is a senior at St. Cecilia Academy. This is her first year performing in the musical. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Eve Finley (Beggar Woman/Enchantress, Napkin) is a senior at St. Cecilia Academy, and has participated in theatre for all four years, Beauty and the Beast being her sixth show! Her favorite past roles have been Amy March in Little Women and a featured dancer in Annie! Eve also serves as the senior class’ Student Council Representative, the president of Service Club, as well as a member of Dance Company. She would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her, and the seniors in Theatre Guild for the past four years!
Gloria Harrell (Tavern Mistress, Pepper) is a freshman at St. Cecilia and this is her stage debut. She is a member of the Theatre Guild, Philosophy Club, and Latin Club. She also participates in the National Latin Exam. Gloria is grateful for the dedication and patience of her SCA teachers.
Taylor Harrison (Belle - Understudy, Plate) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy and has been a part of every show since her freshman year. Some of her past roles include Lily - Understudy in Annie, Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland, a Rug in A Wrinkle in Time, and Clarissa in Little Women. She is involved with the Theatre Guild, French Club, Student Council, Writing Club, Service Club, and is a member of the Ambassador Board. Taylor would like to thank Hannah Broderick for being such a good friend, and the best lead, and also her parents and grandmother for all the late nights, and their unconditional support. She hopes that everyone enjoys the show.
Caroline Henry (Napkin, Wolf) loves the arts! She currently studies classical voice, ballet, and contemporary dance. Recent theatre roles include Mayzie La Bird in Seussical the Musical Jr, the Lion in The Wizard of Oz, the Witch in Into the Woods, Children’s Chorus in Nashville Opera’s La Boheme, and most recently Alice Cratchit and Ensemble in Nashville Repertory Theatre’s A Christmas Carol. She will be returning to Nashville Repertory Theatre’s 2024 production of A Christmas Carol. Caroline is so grateful to be a part of SCA’s production of Beauty and the Beast! Caroline thanks her family for always supporting her love and pursuit of the arts.
Caleb Hendrick (Maurice) is a sophomore at Montgomery Bell Academy. Previously he was Troy Bolton in the production of High School Musical Jr. Even though this is his second show at St. Cecilia, he can’t wait to do more with his friends! He is a member of the International Thespian Society which he was inducted into during the Spring. Outside of theatre, he loves to sing and cook. Caleb would like to thank his supporting friends, family, and directors who cheered me on during this show.
Emme Hickman (Flatware, Wolf) is a seventh grader at St. Cecilia Academy. This is her first time participating in a show. She plays volleyball and lacrosse and is a member of Sodality. She has already made so many new friends at St. Cecilia already and is very grateful for them. She would like to thank her friends and mom for encouraging her to start theatre.
Amara Joe-Nwankwo (Townsperson - Soloist) is a 7th grader at St. Cecilia Academy. Amara has started her first year in theatre. Some roles she has been in her previous times acting as an angel for a Christmas play and a chimpanzee for an animal skit. Amara participates in Forensics, Improv Club, and Theatre Guild. Amara is very excited to have the opportunity to be in theatre in SCA because she loves making others happy. She would love to thank her amazing and hardworking parents Mr. Joe Nwankwo and Mrs. Ngozi Joe- Nwankwo and her loving and awesome sister Chisom Joe-Nwankwo and her kind friends. All these people have shown her support, love, and faithfulness.
Chisom Joe-Nwankwo (NarratorUnderstudy, Plate) is a 7th grader at St. Cecilia Academy, and this is her first year in theatre. Previously, she played the Cowardly Lion in Overbrook Catholic School musical skit of The Wizard of Oz. Chisom participates in Forensics, Art Club, Theatre Guild, and after school sports like soccer. Chisom is excited and grateful to have the opportunity to be in theatre this year and to make new long-lasting memories. She would like to thank her parents for encouraging her to do Forensics and believing in her, as well as Mrs. Meier for supporting her.
Hudson Magrum (Gaston, Dance Captain) is a junior at Fairview High School and has been a part of theatre-related endeavors for about 6 years now. Some of Hudson’s previous roles have been Jack Kelly in Newsies, Rapunzel’s Prince in Into The Woods, and Mike in Freaky Friday. Hudson is a part of Thespian Society, Orchestra, and the theatre department at Fairview High. Hudson would like to thank his parents for being so lenient about getting home late from rehearsals and supporting me every step of the way. Hudson is very excited for the show and he hopes that everyone really enjoys it, sit back, relax and showtime!
Miller Logan (Babette - Understudy, Flatware) is a sophomore at St. Cecilia Academy and has been doing theatre for about two years. Her previous roles are ensemble in Little Women, and the Red Queen - Understudy in Alice in Wonderland. Miller is in the Philosophy Club, Spanish Club, and Theatre Guild. Miller has made so many friends in theatre and is so excited to be part of such a fun show like Beauty and the Beast. She would like to thank her family for their support, and her friends for making every moment worthwhile.
Charlotte Longmuir (Mrs. PottsUnderstudy, Plate) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy. She has been a part of the performing arts at SCA since her freshman year. She currently serves as the president of Speech and Debate, and is secretary of Writing Club. She was on stage at SCA for Little Women, Annie, Alice in Wonderland, and the 24-hour musical last spring. Charlotte is a member of the SCA Advanced Choir and enjoys singing and dance lessons.
Maddie Luea (Laundry Lady) is a 7th grader at St. Cecilia Academy and it is her first year in theatre. She has participated in Forensics for the past three years in duo improv. She is a member of the SCA volleyball team, cheer team, Theatre Guild, and Improv Club. Madison is very excited to be a part of the theatre production this year!
Leo Millican (Young Prince, Candle Maker) is a seventh grader in St. Henry School. This is his second year doing theatre and his 4th show at St.Cecilia. He did run crew for Annie and Alice in Wonderland. He also made his stage debut as a card in the closing performance of Alice in Wonderland. Additionally, he played a jock in the 24hour musical production of High School Musical Jr. He gained motivation from those experiences and use it to audition for Beauty and the Beast and he get a role. Leo would like to thank his sister for getting him into theatre in the first place.
Ania Martinez (Flower Seller) is a freshman at SCA and has been doing theatre for three years. In Little Women, she was part of the Junior High Ensemble, in Annie she was the Understudy for July, and in Alice in Wonderland, she was the 5 of Spades. She is part of the Writing Club, Book Club, French Club, and Theatre Guild at SCA. Ania is very excited to be part of another show this year. She would like to thank her friends for making her laugh so hard and always being the best people ever. She would also like to thank her parents for supporting her in all she does.
Catherine Rose Martinez (Flatware, Wolf) is a seventh grader at St. Cecilia Academy and is so excited to be in her first show at SCA. She is in the junior high Student Council, Sodality, and Theatre Guild. Catherine wants to thank her friends for supporting her through the process of this show and all the fun times we have had in the making of this show. She also wants to thank her dad (Mr. Martinez) for letting her make popcorn every day after school in his classroom to bring to theatre practice. Catherine Rose wants to thank her mom for all the late nights she has picked me up after practice after her long day at work. She especially wants to thank her sister Ania for always believing in her and inspiring her. She always wants to do her best for her.
Grace Nelley (Chip - Understudy, Flatware) is a freshman at St. Cecilia Academy and has been a part of theatre since eighth grade. Some of her previous roles include the Dormouse in Alice and Wonderland and Dog Catcher in Annie. Grace participates in Theatre Guild, French Club, Philosophy Club, and Finance Club at St. Cecilia Academy. She is very grateful to be a part of Beauty and the Beast this year,
and she is grateful for all of the people who got her here. She would like to thank her family, friends, and the cast and crew of Beauty and the Beast for making this possible.
Avery Nute (Madame de la Grande Bouche - Understudy, Flatware) is a 7th grader at St. Cecilia. She loves musicals and has participated in many musicals such as Aladdin in 4th grade, Shrek in 5th grade, Beauty and the Beast in 6th grade where she played Belle. Avery is so excited to play as Madame - Understudy and Flatware. Avery cannot wait to be doing Beauty and the Beast again and hopes you enjoy the show.
Parker Nute (Beast) is a junior at John Paul II High School, and he is proud to be participating in his second year as a guest actor of the St. Cecilia Academy theatre program. Throughout Parker’s high school career, he has played multiple roles in up to four musicals. During his freshman year, he played Mal Beineke in the Addams Family. During his sophomore year, he participated in two musicals, one of which was here at St. Cecilia. He played Oliver Warbucks in Annie at SCA, and at his own school, he played Nigel and the Escapologist in JPII’s spring musical, Matilda. Parker would like to thank his parents for allowing him to be a part of this community, and he would also like to thank those that he has met through the shows he has been through. Parker is also very honored to be playing the role of the Beast and he hopes you enjoy the show.
Brooklyn Pike (Les Fille La Ville, Napkin, Dance Captain) is a junior at St. Cecilia and has been a part of theatre for three years. She has played Drake and a featured dancer in Annie and Tweedle Dee in Alice in Wonderland. Brooklyn is currently the secretary of Theatre Guild and Vice President of Seasons Dance Company. She also participates in Youth Legislature, the Ambassador Board, and French Club. Brooklyn can’t wait for everyone to see the show. She wants to thank her family and friends for supporting her in all her ambitions.
Mia Prickett (Flatware, Wolf) is an 8th grader at St. Cecilia, and is very excited to take this opportunity as a Flatware and a Wolf. This is her first time doing theatre at St. Cecilia, but she plans on doing it next year. She has participated in MBA’s Mythically Mythical Myths as Echo, and has loved theatre ever since. She is in Theatre Guild, Art Club, and many other extracurricular activities. Mia can’t wait for the showing of this musical, so everyone can see the hard work put into this amazing production. She wants to thank everyone who encouraged her to join theatre, so she could do it with her sister, who is a senior, for the last time. She can’t wait for all the other productions in the future that she can participate in.
Saranda Prickett (Les Fille La Ville, Plate) is a senior at SCA and is so excited to perform as Les Fille la Ville in her final high school show. Last year was her first time performing in a musical Annie, and, ever since then, she has been hooked. She would like to thank her bestie Ava who got her into theatre in the first place. She would also like to thank all her fellow cast members for all their help through this process as well as their support. Lastly, she would like to thank the Lord for always blessing her.
Eva Reddien (Narrator, Napkin) is very excited for you to see SCA’s performance of Beauty and the Beast! This is Eva’s 3rd show with St Cecilia Academy. You may have recently seen her as Pepper in the understudy performance of Annie, Queen of Hearts in the understudy performance of Alice in Wonderland, and Antiope in MBA’s production of Mythically Mythical Myths. Eva enjoys theatre and dance and hopes to continue acting through, and after high school. Eva would like to thank her family for driving her to and from her numerous extra curricular activities. She would also like to thank her friends for teaching her not to road rage while driving her home. Eva is so happy you are here and hopes you enjoy the show.
Pip Reese (Crony 2) is a Freshman at SCA and has been a part of theatre since 8th grade. This is her second show at SCA. She was the Caterpillar in Alice in Wonderland her 8th grade year. Pip is in Theatre Guild; she also is in Latin Club and Writing Club as well as playing golf and softball through SCA. Pip is very excited to be in Beauty in the Beast and start her high school theatre experience. She wants to thank her parents for the long days and being her unpaid Uber drivers to and from theatre and school in general.
Abby Sharf (Monsieur, Candlestick) is a 7th grader at SCA. She has been in school on the Dominican Campus since pre-kindergarten.
Abby has participated in the forensics program for the past 3 years as well as attended dance classes at Dance in Bloom. Abby is an accomplished piano player as well as a talented artist. This is Abby’s first time participating in a theatre production and she has loved getting to know all of the other talented participants and learning new dance steps in rehearsals. She loves to bake and has brought
in several of her baked creations to share in rehearsals keeping the energy (and sugar) levels up! She would like to thank her family for all of their support.
Noah Sullivan (Lumiere) is 14 years old and a Freshman at Father Ryan High School. He has been performing in musicals since preschool. Some previous roles were Babkak in Aladdin; Benson in Newsies, and Beast in St. Ann School’s spring production of Beauty and the Beast Jr. In addition to theatre, Noah enjoys fishing, playing guitar and singing. He would like to thank the staff of St. Cecilia Academy for the opportunity to be part of this production.
Olivia
Slocum (Cogsworth - Understudy, Flatware) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy and has been a part of theatre since she transferred to SCA in 2023. Some of her previous roles include, but are not limited to; White Queen - Understudy in Alice in Wonderland, Tessie in Annie, and an ensemble member twice in High School
Musical Jr. Olivia participates in Theatre Guild, Dance Company, and Latin Club. Olivia is happy to have one night where she stars as Cogsworth. She would like to thank her parents for all the amazing opportunities that have been available to her over her lifetime.
Anna Spence (Sausage Curl Lady, Villager - Soloist) is an 8th grader at St. Cecilia Academy. She has been in productions of Winnie the Pooh as Piglet, and Seussical as JoJo. She was in her first two SCA productions last year of Annie, as Molly’s understudy and Alice in Wonderland, as the Seven of Spades. She has been dancing for 9 years and is a member of the theatre Guild and Improv club. Anna loves theatre and is very excited to be included in this
production. She would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her.
Anna Kate Talbot (Lefou) is a senior at St. Cecilia Academy. This is her fifth Theatre Guild production, and she has had the roles of the White Queen (Alice in Wonderland), Mrs. Kirk (Little Women), and many other characters! She is beyond excited to be playing Lefou this year. Anna Kate is Treasurer of the Class of 2025, Vice President of Theatre Guild, a member of National Honor Society, and the Student Volunteer Coordinator of the St. Cecilia Dance Academy. She would like to thank her parents for their endless support and her brother, Thomas. Anna Kate hopes you love the show!
Ivy Treybig (Lefou - Understudy, Flatware, Villager) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy and this is her second year in theatre. Her past roles include Pepper from “Annie” and Frog Footman from Alice in Wonderland. Ivy is the treasurer of the Crochet Club and a member of Speech and Debate, Writing Club, Book Club, and Theatre Guild. She is excited for this year of theatre and for getting outside of her comfort zone. She would like to thank her family and friends for their encouragement throughout her time in theatre.
Rebecca Terry (Baker) is an 8th grader at St. Cecilia Academy. This is her first performance here at St. Cecilia! Rebecca is a member of the art and theatre guild club. She is very excited to be a part of this production, and enjoys the experience of new opportunities to meet people. Rebecca is thankful to everyone who helped to put this show together, and for her family who helped get her to all the practices!
Maria Wade (Crony 1) is a sophomore at St. Cecilia Academy. Beauty and the Beast is her first theatre performance at St. Cecilia. Maria participates in multiple clubs at St. Cecilia, such as Spanish, Sodality, Minds in Motion, and Theatre Guild. She is also a part of the Ambassador Board. Maria is grateful to participate in theatre and make new memories, and she is excited for future programs. She would like to thank her family for always inspiring her to be the best version of herself every day. She would also like to thank her friends, for always supporting every decision and shaping her into who she is today.
Allister White (Bookseller) is a sophomore at St. Cecilia Academy and has been doing theatre since middle school and has participated in all of SCA’s productions since she came here. Last year, she was on tech for Annie and played Carroll in Alice in Wonderland. Alistair is the vice president of Speech and Debate and secretary of Minds In Motion. She is so grateful for all the friendships she has made through theatre and is excited to be involved in more productions in the future. She would like to thank her friends for making every single rehearsal an amazing time and her parents for always supporting her and her interests.
Emma Wanucha (Babette) is a senior at St. Cecilia Academy! This is her seventh show here, and she is delighted to be involved. Previously, Emma appeared as Alice in SCA’s Alice in Wonderland in the spring. Other than theatre, she is involved in the Math Team, Spanish Club, is president and founder of the Philosophy Club, and a member of the Teen Arts Action Group at the Frist. This role means the world to Emma, as her first show ever was Beauty and the Beast, in
which she performed as a Napkin, but dreamed to be Babette. Emma would like to thank her supportive friends, loving family, and understanding teachers, as well as dedicate this show to all of her graduated SCA friends. Bonjour!
MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM
Saba Michael (Lighting Design) is a junior at St. Cecilia Academy and has been a part of theatre since freshman year. She has worked the spotlight for Little Women, A Wrinkle in Time, and Annie and began heading the lights working on Alice in Wonderland. Saba is the president and founder of the Book Club, secretary of the Crochet Club, and participates in Philosophy Club, Math Team, and Robotics. She is grateful for all of the friends she has made while working on SCA productions.
Mary Cecilia Meier (Student Costume Design/Sound Assistant) is a sophomore at St. Cecilia Academy, and this is her 5th SCA production, but her first time on the production team. She is the president of the Writing Club and a secretary of Speech and Debate. She is also a part of Robotics, Math Team, and Culture of Belonging. She would like to thank her parents for their loving support.
Mary Geist (Student Stage Manager) is a freshman at St. Cecilia and has started fresh in theatre this year. She has previously done stage crew for middle school and is ready to do more in high school. This is her first time being a Stage Manager, and she is very excited. She also helps painting and building scenes, spending her afternoons backstage. Mary is in the French club, Writing club, Book club, and theatre Guild. Mary is very excited to start theatre in her freshman year and hopefully continue it throughout high school. She is ready to create many more memories and more friends, and she would like to thank her dad, teachers, and friends for supporting her through her journey.
Shannon Contraras (Student Stage Manager) is a Junior at St. Cecilia Academy and has been a part of theatre freshman and Junior year at SCA and 6th-8th in Middle school. Some of her previous roles include a genie in Aladdin, ensemble in Little Woman and Lion King, and a sports kid In HSM jr. Shannon participates in theatre Guild, Sodality, Spanish Club, Finance club, and Varsity Lacrosse. Shannon is excited to participate in the crew for the first time this year!! She is grateful for all the friends who have cheered her on. She would also like to thank her singing buddy who walks with her on her journey to a faith filled and joyful life! (You know how you are girl!;). Lastly, She would like to thank her parents and siblings for supporting her in everything she does and always bringing her laughter and joy. Enjoy!! “What I love most in the world are my books!” ~ Belle
Taylor Ann Millican (Spot) is a sophomore at St. Cecilia and has been doing theatre since eighth grade. She was Sandy in Wrinkle in Time and operated the spotlight in Annie, Alice in Wonderland, and the 24-hour musical, High School Musical Jr. She is the vice president of Writing Club and the secretary of Chess Club. She participates in French Club, Culture of Belonging, Model UN, Mock Trial, Soccer, and Track. She is grateful for all the memories she’s made in theatre and for all the time she’s spent with her friends. She cherishes the constant support of her parents and is so excited to participate in this production of Beauty and the Beast.
SCA grams
To: Abby Scharf,
We are so proud of the amazing young lady you have become and cannot wait to watch as you shine your light on stage in this production!
Love, Mom, Dad, Madeline, Evelyn, Jax, Wilma and Kira.
To: Ania and Catherine Rose Martinez,
We are thrilled to watch our not-so-little Martinez girls shine in one of their favorite stories of all time!
Love, Mom and Dad
To: Eve Finley,
You have brought our family such joy with your performances at SCA. Your hard work and dedication makes us proud every time you step out onto the stage!
Love, Mom, Dad and Charlotte
To: Rebecca Terry,
We love you Rebecca! We are so proud of your stage smile!
Love, Mom and Dad
To: Anna Spence,
We are so proud of you! Good luck!
Love, Mom, Dad, Sissy and Betty
To: Emma Wanucha,
Emma, ma chérie! You are our shining star! We can’t wait to see you in Beauty and the Beast!
With so much love, Mom, Dad, Grace and Nathan
To: Olivia Slocum, Congratulations Olivia! We love you!
Love, Mom and Dad
To: Hannah Broderick,
We are so proud of you sweetie! Keep reaching for the stars and glorify God with your gifts!
Love, Dad, Mom, Alden, Evelyn and Rose
To: Stella Blue Miller,
Blue, you are my favorite human. Being your Mama is my greatest joy. I love you most.
Now, forever and always, Mama
Stella Blue, our special girl. We love you so very much.
Love, Poppy and Kaki
To: Anna Kate Talbot,
AKT!!! We’re so proud of you! Break a leg as the best LeFou ever!
Love, Mom and Dad
Anna Kate, Do a good LeFou and watch One Piece.
Love, Your Awesome Brother
To: Charlotte Longmuir,
So proud of our Charlotte! Break a leg!
Love from Papa and Gee
Charlotte, we cannot wait to see the show and everyone’s hard work! Go SCARABS!
Love, Mom and Dad
To: Sam Coplan,
I am so proud of you Sam!
Love, Mom
To: Blake Birmingham,
We are so proud of you BB and can’t wait to see you in your final high school musical. Love you so much!
Love, Mom and Dad
To: The Seniors,
Thank you for such an amazing four years! I am so incredibly proud of you and I know all of your futures will be bright and blessed. Keep using your talents to glorify God. I am honored to have worked with you.
Love, Mrs. Patras
