Production * Creatives * Cast * Crew
John Adkison
(Dr. Neville Craven / The Secret Garden; Orin Scrivello, DDS / Little Shop of Horrors)
John joins the company after just completing nearly 18 months on the road as Colonel Pickering in the Lincoln Center Theatre tour of “My Fair Lady” directed by Bartlett Sher. Other touring credits include Harold Hill in “The Music Man” and Walter Hobbs in “Elf: The Musical.” Previous summer stock credits include seasons with The Little Theatre on the Square (Sullivan, IL), Theatre by the Sea (Matunuck, RI), The Barn Theatre (Augusta, MI) and The Blowing Rock Stage Company (Blowing Rock, NC). Regional credits include shows with People’s Light & Theatre Co. (Malvern, PA), Laguna Playhouse (Laguna Beach, CA), Ocean State Theatre Company (Warwick, RI), Gablestage (Coral Gables, FL) and Sierra Repertory Theatre (Sonora, CA). More at www.johnadkison.com
John joins the company after just completing nearly 18 months on the road as Colonel Pickering in the Lincoln Center Theatre tour of “My Fair Lady” directed by Bartlett Sher. Other touring credits include Harold Hill in “The Music Man” and Walter Hobbs in “Elf: The Musical.” Previous summer stock credits include seasons with The Little Theatre on the Square (Sullivan, IL), Theatre by the Sea (Matunuck, RI), The Barn Theatre (Augusta, MI) and The Blowing Rock Stage Company (Blowing Rock, NC). Regional credits include shows with People’s Light & Theatre Co. (Malvern, PA), Laguna Playhouse (Laguna Beach, CA), Ocean State Theatre Company (Warwick, RI), Gablestage (Coral Gables, FL) and Sierra Repertory Theatre (Sonora, CA). More at www.johnadkison.com
Richard Altenbach
(The Fiddler/Fiddler on the Roof; Violin/The Secret Garden)
Richard first performed the role as “Fiddler” in high school. As an A-list Hollywood recording musician (28 yrs), he played on over 1000 film scores working with composers including John Williams, Hans Zimmer, and Danny Elfman, and on hundreds of albums for artists like Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Yo-Yo Ma, Aerosmith, Mannheim Steamroller and Childish Gambino. A chamber musician and concertmaster throughout California and Idaho, he has served as 1st violinist with Houston Symphony, LA Chamber Orchestra, Joffrey Ballet, LA Opera, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and Spokane Symphony to name a few. He also composes, and just won 2nd prize in the International Golden Key Piano Composition Competition with “Jester’s Waltz.” He flies to Vienna in July to receive his award.
Richard first performed the role as “Fiddler” in high school. As an A-list Hollywood recording musician (28 yrs), he played on over 1000 film scores working with composers including John Williams, Hans Zimmer, and Danny Elfman, and on hundreds of albums for artists like Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Yo-Yo Ma, Aerosmith, Mannheim Steamroller and Childish Gambino. A chamber musician and concertmaster throughout California and Idaho, he has served as 1st violinist with Houston Symphony, LA Chamber Orchestra, Joffrey Ballet, LA Opera, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and Spokane Symphony to name a few. He also composes, and just won 2nd prize in the International Golden Key Piano Composition Competition with “Jester’s Waltz.” He flies to Vienna in July to receive his award.
Tatiana Bahoque
(Chiffon/Little Shop of Horrors)
I am so thrilled to be a part of Little Shop of Horrors here at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater! I am a recent graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy with my BFA in Performing Arts and Musical Theatre. Based in NYC, my recent credits include: “Shirelle” in Beautiful the Carole King Musical at the Palace Theater in Manchester, NH, “Melody” in American Girl Live! In Concert National Tour and “Perfomer” in A Sketch of New York at the Producer’s Club NYC. When not on stage in a beautiful theater, you can catch me performing with the “Randy Andys” around NYC. Thank you so much to my family for loving and supporting me with all their heart!
I am so thrilled to be a part of Little Shop of Horrors here at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater! I am a recent graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy with my BFA in Performing Arts and Musical Theatre. Based in NYC, my recent credits include: “Shirelle” in Beautiful the Carole King Musical at the Palace Theater in Manchester, NH, “Melody” in American Girl Live! In Concert National Tour and “Perfomer” in A Sketch of New York at the Producer’s Club NYC. When not on stage in a beautiful theater, you can catch me performing with the “Randy Andys” around NYC. Thank you so much to my family for loving and supporting me with all their heart!
Biraj Barkakaty
(Fakir, Dialect Coach/The Secret Garden)
British native Biraj is a classically trained Countertenor who has performed operatic roles of Handel, Gluck, Monteverdi and Britten. His career has seen him perform all around the US, and internationally in Spain, Germany, Norway, Latvia, the UK and most recently Prague. He has also created and debuted many roles in world premieres of new and modern operas over the last few years. He made is debut as Fakir with TheatreLab Dayton last year and recently reprised the role with Hart Theatre in Waynesville, NC in June. He will make his Royal Opera House debut in May with their educational outreach program. More information can be found at www.birajbarkakaty.com
British native Biraj is a classically trained Countertenor who has performed operatic roles of Handel, Gluck, Monteverdi and Britten. His career has seen him perform all around the US, and internationally in Spain, Germany, Norway, Latvia, the UK and most recently Prague. He has also created and debuted many roles in world premieres of new and modern operas over the last few years. He made is debut as Fakir with TheatreLab Dayton last year and recently reprised the role with Hart Theatre in Waynesville, NC in June. He will make his Royal Opera House debut in May with their educational outreach program. More information can be found at www.birajbarkakaty.com
Becca Basta
(Wardrobe, Dresser/The Secret Garden; Wardrobe, Dresser/Little Shop of Horrors)
I am very excited to be a part of Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. It is not my first experience with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. Back in 2019 I helped with costumes for Beauty and the Beast, Oklahoma and Smokey Joe's Cafe. Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater was my first step into the costuming world and I have been doing it ever since. Beyond Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater, I have participated in CDA ACT as an assistant costumer and shadow actor since 2018 and assistant costumer for Traditions of Christmas now Need a Little Christmas since 2018 as well. I love seeing and making beautiful works of art with fabrics as a costumer and a cosplayer. Happy to be here!
I am very excited to be a part of Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. It is not my first experience with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. Back in 2019 I helped with costumes for Beauty and the Beast, Oklahoma and Smokey Joe's Cafe. Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater was my first step into the costuming world and I have been doing it ever since. Beyond Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater, I have participated in CDA ACT as an assistant costumer and shadow actor since 2018 and assistant costumer for Traditions of Christmas now Need a Little Christmas since 2018 as well. I love seeing and making beautiful works of art with fabrics as a costumer and a cosplayer. Happy to be here!
Catherine Bedford
(Wardrobe, Dresser)
Working with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater for the past 3 years backstage in wardrobe.
Working with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater for the past 3 years backstage in wardrobe.
Jason Bernardi
(Backstage Crew/Fiddler on the Roof)
I'm a student at the University of Montana, and I'm about to finish my term as a student this May. I'm mostly interested in lighting, and have hung, run, and designed lighting for a number of productions around the school.
I'm a student at the University of Montana, and I'm about to finish my term as a student this May. I'm mostly interested in lighting, and have hung, run, and designed lighting for a number of productions around the school.
Isabella Blackstone
(Wardrobe, Dresser/Fiddler on the Roof; Wardrobe, Dresser/The Secret Garden)
Isabella Blackstone is excited to continue her work in the world of theater as a wardrobe/dresser for the Coeur d' Alene Summer Theater productions this season. This is Bella's second season with Coeur d' Alene summer theater and is eager to work behind the scenes once again. In the past, she has worked as a costume designer for Coeur d'Alene high school's productions, such as of "Anastasia" and "Frozen: the Broadway Musical" along with being a part of the stage management team. A huge thank you to my friends and family who have supported me over the years!
Isabella Blackstone is excited to continue her work in the world of theater as a wardrobe/dresser for the Coeur d' Alene Summer Theater productions this season. This is Bella's second season with Coeur d' Alene summer theater and is eager to work behind the scenes once again. In the past, she has worked as a costume designer for Coeur d'Alene high school's productions, such as of "Anastasia" and "Frozen: the Broadway Musical" along with being a part of the stage management team. A huge thank you to my friends and family who have supported me over the years!
Raven Bouvier
(Lighting Associate/Little Shop of Horrors)
Raven Bouvier is happy to be working with CST this summer. Always a lover of light, she is a is a second year MFA student at the University of Idaho with an emphasis in Lighting where her recent design credits include Master Harold and the Boys and Love and Baseball with Idaho Repertory Theatre and Orlando with the University of Idaho.
Raven Bouvier is happy to be working with CST this summer. Always a lover of light, she is a is a second year MFA student at the University of Idaho with an emphasis in Lighting where her recent design credits include Master Harold and the Boys and Love and Baseball with Idaho Repertory Theatre and Orlando with the University of Idaho.
Michael Brandt
(Puppetry Designer and Builder/Little Shop of Horrors)
Michael is an Associate Clinical Professor of Theatre Arts in Technical Direction at the University of Idaho, where he oversees all technical aspects of the productions at the University as well as teaching classes in scenic technology, props, and stage management. He earned his MFA in Theatre Arts: Design & Technology from the University of Idaho and a BA in Performing Arts from Iowa State University. A theatrical Swiss Army Knife, he designs puppets, props, and scenery and does technical direction and carpentry whenever he can. Recent puppet design adventures include A Spirited Manor at Bellevue College, Alice in Wonderland at Idaho Repertory Theatre, and creating puppets with sticks, leaves, and hot glue with the PCEI Nature Explorers.
Michael is an Associate Clinical Professor of Theatre Arts in Technical Direction at the University of Idaho, where he oversees all technical aspects of the productions at the University as well as teaching classes in scenic technology, props, and stage management. He earned his MFA in Theatre Arts: Design & Technology from the University of Idaho and a BA in Performing Arts from Iowa State University. A theatrical Swiss Army Knife, he designs puppets, props, and scenery and does technical direction and carpentry whenever he can. Recent puppet design adventures include A Spirited Manor at Bellevue College, Alice in Wonderland at Idaho Repertory Theatre, and creating puppets with sticks, leaves, and hot glue with the PCEI Nature Explorers.
Barry Brathovde
(Nachum/Fiddler on the Roof)
Barry K Brathovde is a retired firefighter with the Spokane Valley Fire Department. He also retired after 20 years of military service, much of it with the 841st Medical Detachment (Air Ambulance) located at the Spokane Airport. He has been involved with numerous theatre companies in the Inland Northwest as an actor, director, stage manager, producer, and board member for the past forty-plus years. Favorite roles as an actor include Tremaine in Bloody Murder with Ignite! Community Theatre, and Kevin in The Terrible and the Sublime at Spokane Civic Theatre.
Barry K Brathovde is a retired firefighter with the Spokane Valley Fire Department. He also retired after 20 years of military service, much of it with the 841st Medical Detachment (Air Ambulance) located at the Spokane Airport. He has been involved with numerous theatre companies in the Inland Northwest as an actor, director, stage manager, producer, and board member for the past forty-plus years. Favorite roles as an actor include Tremaine in Bloody Murder with Ignite! Community Theatre, and Kevin in The Terrible and the Sublime at Spokane Civic Theatre.
Sasha Bright
(Bluma, Ensemble/Fiddler on the Roof)
Alexandra (Sasha) Bright is so excited to be playing Bluma/Ensemble in CST’s 2024 season! She has been doing theatre ever since she was six being a munchkin in CST’s Wizard of Oz and has loved praising the Lord while getting to do theatre! She also loves hiking, horseback riding, and doing worship for her church! She also loves to travel and see different cultures and God's beautiful nature! Some of her favorite roles have been Beth in Little Women and Cinderella in Into the Woods! Enjoy the show! Isaiah 61:1-2
Alexandra (Sasha) Bright is so excited to be playing Bluma/Ensemble in CST’s 2024 season! She has been doing theatre ever since she was six being a munchkin in CST’s Wizard of Oz and has loved praising the Lord while getting to do theatre! She also loves hiking, horseback riding, and doing worship for her church! She also loves to travel and see different cultures and God's beautiful nature! Some of her favorite roles have been Beth in Little Women and Cinderella in Into the Woods! Enjoy the show! Isaiah 61:1-2
Becky Brilliant
(Grandmother Tzeitel/Fiddler on the Roof; Stitcher, Wardrobe, Dresser/The Secret Garden; Stitcher, Wardrobe, Dresser/Little Shop of Horrors)
After some years hiatus dedicated to raising her family, Becky is thrilled to be returning to the theatre world. She has performed most recently with Opera Theatre of the Rockies; as the Major Domo/Ensemble in Amadeus with Spokane Civic Theatre; and as Mazeppa in Aspire Theatre’s production of Gypsy. Becky could not be happier to be joining the cast of Fiddler on the Roof; it is a show she’s dreamed of being part of since childhood. She’s incredibly grateful for the opportunity to return to what she loves best in the world: performing.
After some years hiatus dedicated to raising her family, Becky is thrilled to be returning to the theatre world. She has performed most recently with Opera Theatre of the Rockies; as the Major Domo/Ensemble in Amadeus with Spokane Civic Theatre; and as Mazeppa in Aspire Theatre’s production of Gypsy. Becky could not be happier to be joining the cast of Fiddler on the Roof; it is a show she’s dreamed of being part of since childhood. She’s incredibly grateful for the opportunity to return to what she loves best in the world: performing.
Haily Brown
(Backstage Crew; Audio 2)
Haily Brown is proud to be part of the Backstage Crew for Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater for the first time. She has previously worked as a Technical Lead for the University of Idaho for three years. She received a degree in Trumpet Performance from the University of Idaho in 2023. Haily is from Kalispell Montana and is excited to get experience in being part of a theater crew.
Haily Brown is proud to be part of the Backstage Crew for Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater for the first time. She has previously worked as a Technical Lead for the University of Idaho for three years. She received a degree in Trumpet Performance from the University of Idaho in 2023. Haily is from Kalispell Montana and is excited to get experience in being part of a theater crew.
Jennifer Brummett
(Horn/The Secret Garden)
Magnolia Burke
(Mary Lennox/The Secret Garden)
Now thirteen years old, she began performing from a very early age on the living room coffee table. When she was five years old, she started taking ballet lessons and continues to train in many styles of dance, as well as acting, with Artistry in Motion Performing Arts Studio. She began training vocally with Conner Leavitt in 2022. When she isn't training, she spends her time singing from every corner of the house, dancing thru the hallways, reading, drawing, and puttering about her garden. She enjoys performing in community theater productions with Masquers in Soap Lake, WA, and her most recent role was Brigitta in Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater’s production of Sound of Music in 2023.
Now thirteen years old, she began performing from a very early age on the living room coffee table. When she was five years old, she started taking ballet lessons and continues to train in many styles of dance, as well as acting, with Artistry in Motion Performing Arts Studio. She began training vocally with Conner Leavitt in 2022. When she isn't training, she spends her time singing from every corner of the house, dancing thru the hallways, reading, drawing, and puttering about her garden. She enjoys performing in community theater productions with Masquers in Soap Lake, WA, and her most recent role was Brigitta in Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater’s production of Sound of Music in 2023.
Jay Carkhuff
(Conference and Events Coordinator/NIC)
Jay Carkhuff has worked with CdA Summer Theatre in the roles of stage management, scenic construction and lighting design. His current role with North Idaho College allows him to coordinate the scheduling of rehearsals and performances, as well as act as liaison between Schuler Performing Arts Center and CdA Summer Theatre throughout the year.
Jay Carkhuff has worked with CdA Summer Theatre in the roles of stage management, scenic construction and lighting design. His current role with North Idaho College allows him to coordinate the scheduling of rehearsals and performances, as well as act as liaison between Schuler Performing Arts Center and CdA Summer Theatre throughout the year.
Jill Cathey
(Oboe, English Horn/The Secret Garden)
Kennedy Chang
(Ayah/Secret Garden)
Kennedy is thrilled to be making her Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre debut! She currently attends the Boston Conservatory at Berklee where she is studying to earn her BFA in Musical Theatre. She has been in theatre for over ten years: favorite credits include Emma! The Pop Musical (Emma), You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Lucy), and ...Spelling Bee (Olive). Thank you to the cast, crew, friends, and always, her family for their endless love and support. @kennedy.ac
Kennedy is thrilled to be making her Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre debut! She currently attends the Boston Conservatory at Berklee where she is studying to earn her BFA in Musical Theatre. She has been in theatre for over ten years: favorite credits include Emma! The Pop Musical (Emma), You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Lucy), and ...Spelling Bee (Olive). Thank you to the cast, crew, friends, and always, her family for their endless love and support. @kennedy.ac
Michael Chapman
(Season Production Manager )
Mike holds a dual BFA in Stage Management and Lighting Design from Western Oregon University. Based in Portland, Oregon, his career has taken him across the United States from Las Vegas's Strip to both coasts and sailing up America's Riverways in nearly 200 productions. While professionally working in the arts, he also mentors young managers and designers in high school programs. Mr. Chapman is honored to join Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre and this talented family of artists. Mike dedicates this work to his mom, Kathleen Chapman, who has cheered the successes, encouraged to try again, and stifled laughter when it was deserved. While in your seat, Mike invites you to lean forward and engage. Welcome to the magic!!
Mike holds a dual BFA in Stage Management and Lighting Design from Western Oregon University. Based in Portland, Oregon, his career has taken him across the United States from Las Vegas's Strip to both coasts and sailing up America's Riverways in nearly 200 productions. While professionally working in the arts, he also mentors young managers and designers in high school programs. Mr. Chapman is honored to join Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre and this talented family of artists. Mike dedicates this work to his mom, Kathleen Chapman, who has cheered the successes, encouraged to try again, and stifled laughter when it was deserved. While in your seat, Mike invites you to lean forward and engage. Welcome to the magic!!
Ashley Cleveland
(Chava/Fiddler on the Roof)
Ashley Cleveland will be starting her senior year of highschool in the fall and is so excited to be on the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre stage for another season! Last summer, Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre audiences saw her as Wendy Jo in Footloose and Kitty in Pride and Prejudice. Other recent roles include June in Gypsy and Harmonica Player in The Who's Tommy (Aspire), a Pink Lady in Grease (Spokane Valley Summer Theatre), and as a member of the Kickine in Traditions of Christmas. Her recent CYT roles have included Pearl in Spongebob and Clarisse in The Lightning Thief. She plans to pursue musical theatre professionally after high school and thanks Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre for this tremendous opportunity. She hopes you the show!
Ashley Cleveland will be starting her senior year of highschool in the fall and is so excited to be on the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre stage for another season! Last summer, Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre audiences saw her as Wendy Jo in Footloose and Kitty in Pride and Prejudice. Other recent roles include June in Gypsy and Harmonica Player in The Who's Tommy (Aspire), a Pink Lady in Grease (Spokane Valley Summer Theatre), and as a member of the Kickine in Traditions of Christmas. Her recent CYT roles have included Pearl in Spongebob and Clarisse in The Lightning Thief. She plans to pursue musical theatre professionally after high school and thanks Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre for this tremendous opportunity. She hopes you the show!
Anna Mae Configliacco
(Backstage Crew/Fiddler on the Roof; Backstage Crew/Little Shop of Horrors)
I’m a fast learner especially when it is hands-on learning. I’m a musician who can play 13 different instruments. From the time I was twelve to eighteen I’ve traveled and played for multiple universities in different states. I also am an archer and have been since I was four. I've won many competitions and have even shot against and won against many who are known as
professional adult shooters before I was eighteen. I’m very passionate about animals and have seven of my own.
I’m a fast learner especially when it is hands-on learning. I’m a musician who can play 13 different instruments. From the time I was twelve to eighteen I’ve traveled and played for multiple universities in different states. I also am an archer and have been since I was four. I've won many competitions and have even shot against and won against many who are known as
professional adult shooters before I was eighteen. I’m very passionate about animals and have seven of my own.
Erik Contzius
(Lazaar Wolf/Fiddler on the Roof; Mr. Mushnik/Little Shop of Horrors)
Erik is delighted to be making his debut with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. Recent roles include Sweeny Todd (Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street) with Stage Left Theater, Benny Southstreet (Guys and Dolls) with My Turn Theatre, and the Teacher (Earth to Kenzie) with Inland Northwest Opera. Erik recently appeared in the Emmy-nominated HBO film, The Survivor (Cantor), directed by Barry Levinson. He has also appeared off-Broadway in Anne Frank, A Musical (Fritz Pfeifer), as well as in the New York Tri-State area: Pirates of Penzance (Pirate King), The Fantasticks (El Gallo), Brigadoon (Angus MacGuffie). [contzius.com]
Erik is delighted to be making his debut with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. Recent roles include Sweeny Todd (Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street) with Stage Left Theater, Benny Southstreet (Guys and Dolls) with My Turn Theatre, and the Teacher (Earth to Kenzie) with Inland Northwest Opera. Erik recently appeared in the Emmy-nominated HBO film, The Survivor (Cantor), directed by Barry Levinson. He has also appeared off-Broadway in Anne Frank, A Musical (Fritz Pfeifer), as well as in the New York Tri-State area: Pirates of Penzance (Pirate King), The Fantasticks (El Gallo), Brigadoon (Angus MacGuffie). [contzius.com]
Robert Craig
(Mordcha, Ensemble/Fiddler on the Roof)
This is my first Time performing with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. I am a local Coeur d'Alene resident. This will mark my return to professional performance art after over a 30 year career in community service. I am a former Los Angeles based studio and club performer from the early 1990's and a long time church worship performer and leader.
This is my first Time performing with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. I am a local Coeur d'Alene resident. This will mark my return to professional performance art after over a 30 year career in community service. I am a former Los Angeles based studio and club performer from the early 1990's and a long time church worship performer and leader.
Joel Cummings
(Business Manager/Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre; Archibald Craven/The Secret Garden)
With ringing high notes and a strong stage presence, tenor Joel Cummings has thrilled audiences of all kinds from across the United States and Canada. Mr. Cummings has performed leading and supporting roles in regional opera and theater houses across North America, and is thrilled to now call the Spokane – Coeur d’Alene area as his home. In the past year, Mr. Cummings has been seen as George in Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George with Aspire Community Theater, Max Detweiler in Sound of Music with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater, and Franklin Shephard in Sondeim’s Merrily We Roll Along with Spokane Civic Theater. He is very excited to bring this incredible musical to life.
With ringing high notes and a strong stage presence, tenor Joel Cummings has thrilled audiences of all kinds from across the United States and Canada. Mr. Cummings has performed leading and supporting roles in regional opera and theater houses across North America, and is thrilled to now call the Spokane – Coeur d’Alene area as his home. In the past year, Mr. Cummings has been seen as George in Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George with Aspire Community Theater, Max Detweiler in Sound of Music with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater, and Franklin Shephard in Sondeim’s Merrily We Roll Along with Spokane Civic Theater. He is very excited to bring this incredible musical to life.
Jaci Cummings
(Martha Sowerby/The Secret Garden)
With sincere and humble gratitude to the inland northwest music community, Jaci is delighted to be back on stage with Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre for her second production. Previously, Jaci has appeared as the title roles in both Kiss Me, Kate and Annie, Get Your Gun. Highlights from her high school musical direction experience include Les Miserables, Shrek: The Musical and White Christmas. Jaci currently serves as the Artistic Director of Spokane Area Youth Choirs, engaging young singers in music literacy and collaborative performances. Jaci keeps her garden growing with the help of her two teenagers, husband of 18 years, and a gaggle of animals.
With sincere and humble gratitude to the inland northwest music community, Jaci is delighted to be back on stage with Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre for her second production. Previously, Jaci has appeared as the title roles in both Kiss Me, Kate and Annie, Get Your Gun. Highlights from her high school musical direction experience include Les Miserables, Shrek: The Musical and White Christmas. Jaci currently serves as the Artistic Director of Spokane Area Youth Choirs, engaging young singers in music literacy and collaborative performances. Jaci keeps her garden growing with the help of her two teenagers, husband of 18 years, and a gaggle of animals.
Autumn Dancy
(Stage Manager/Fiddler on the Roof; Stage Manager/The Secret Garden; Backstage Crew/Little Shop of Horrors)
Autumn Dancy is excited to make her debut on the West Coast at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre! She recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a BFA in Design and Technology and a minor in Psychology. Originally from Rockford, Illinois, Autumn grew up in a Creative and Performing Arts program. She has been stage managing for six years, four of which have been in professional settings. Autumn would like to thank her family and friends for being a stable support system and for always pushing her to go the extra mile. “Thank you for coming out tonight, I hope you enjoy the show!”
Autumn Dancy is excited to make her debut on the West Coast at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre! She recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a BFA in Design and Technology and a minor in Psychology. Originally from Rockford, Illinois, Autumn grew up in a Creative and Performing Arts program. She has been stage managing for six years, four of which have been in professional settings. Autumn would like to thank her family and friends for being a stable support system and for always pushing her to go the extra mile. “Thank you for coming out tonight, I hope you enjoy the show!”
Alyssa Day
(Fruma-Sarah, Ensemble/Fiddler on the Roof)
Alyssa is the owner/operator of Daisy Stitch Studio, a small sewing and alterations shop. She has a BA in Theatre from EWU, and has been performing in area theatres for over 25 years. Some favorite roles include Diana in “Next To Normal”, Eva Peron in “Evita” and Cathy in “Singin’ in the Rain”. Alyssa is thrilled to be performing with CST again after many years. She previously appeared in “Shrek”, “7 Brides for 7 Brother” and “42nd St”. Thank you for supporting local theatre, and thanks to my family for their love and support of this crazy theater life!
Alyssa is the owner/operator of Daisy Stitch Studio, a small sewing and alterations shop. She has a BA in Theatre from EWU, and has been performing in area theatres for over 25 years. Some favorite roles include Diana in “Next To Normal”, Eva Peron in “Evita” and Cathy in “Singin’ in the Rain”. Alyssa is thrilled to be performing with CST again after many years. She previously appeared in “Shrek”, “7 Brides for 7 Brother” and “42nd St”. Thank you for supporting local theatre, and thanks to my family for their love and support of this crazy theater life!
Steve Deibert
(Lightboard Operator)
I’ve always had a love for theater and last year I loved working with Coeur D Alene summer theater with “Pride and Prejudice”. I’m excited to be invited back this summer for “Fiddler on the Roof”, “The Secret Garden”, and “Little Shop of Horrors.” Thanks for inviting me back Coeur D Alene Summer Theater and this is going to be an awesome season!
I’ve always had a love for theater and last year I loved working with Coeur D Alene summer theater with “Pride and Prejudice”. I’m excited to be invited back this summer for “Fiddler on the Roof”, “The Secret Garden”, and “Little Shop of Horrors.” Thanks for inviting me back Coeur D Alene Summer Theater and this is going to be an awesome season!
Elaina DeJong
(Tzeitel/Fiddler on the Roof)
Elaina DeJong is a Coeur d’Alene-based actor, singer, and songwriter who is delighted to be back on the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre stage. Favorite credits include CST’s Pride and Prejudice (Caroline Bingley), EWU’s Songs for a New World (Company), and EWU’s Pride and Prejudice (Elizabeth Bennet). Elaina holds a B.A. in Theatre from Eastern Washington University. This past spring she released her debut single, "City Park," and performed an all-original concert at the Kroc Center. In July, she heads to Walla Walla Summer Theatre to play Belle in Beauty and the Beast. Glory to God and the warmest thanks to family and friends!
Elaina DeJong is a Coeur d’Alene-based actor, singer, and songwriter who is delighted to be back on the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre stage. Favorite credits include CST’s Pride and Prejudice (Caroline Bingley), EWU’s Songs for a New World (Company), and EWU’s Pride and Prejudice (Elizabeth Bennet). Elaina holds a B.A. in Theatre from Eastern Washington University. This past spring she released her debut single, "City Park," and performed an all-original concert at the Kroc Center. In July, she heads to Walla Walla Summer Theatre to play Belle in Beauty and the Beast. Glory to God and the warmest thanks to family and friends!
Antoinette DiPietropolo
(Director, Choreographer/The Secret Garden)
Amy D'Orazi
(Audrey/Little Shop of Horrors)
Amy D’Orazi is a local singer/actor. She is thrilled to be joining the cast of Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey! Amy has previously performed on the stages of Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre in The Sound of Music (Baroness), Footloose (Vi Moore), Pride and Prejudice (Jane), Mamma Mia! (Tanya), Cindi Lou in The Marvelous Wonderettes, Laurey in Oklahoma!, and as Babette in Beauty and the Beast. Some of Amy’s favorite roles also include Dot in Sunday in the Park with George, Amalia in She Loves Me, and Donna in Mamma Mia! Thank you to everyone in this community who supports the arts!
Amy D’Orazi is a local singer/actor. She is thrilled to be joining the cast of Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey! Amy has previously performed on the stages of Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre in The Sound of Music (Baroness), Footloose (Vi Moore), Pride and Prejudice (Jane), Mamma Mia! (Tanya), Cindi Lou in The Marvelous Wonderettes, Laurey in Oklahoma!, and as Babette in Beauty and the Beast. Some of Amy’s favorite roles also include Dot in Sunday in the Park with George, Amalia in She Loves Me, and Donna in Mamma Mia! Thank you to everyone in this community who supports the arts!
Chelsea DuVall
(Pre-Production Manager)
Chelsea is a teaching artist, writer and Lecturer at Gonzaga
University in Spokane, WA. She completed her Master of Fine Arts in Acting at the California Institute of the Arts
and has worked professionally in the U.S., & internationally (Germany, Russia, Scotland, Iceland). Spokane
directing/design credits: Director - Dracula, POTUS & The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Spokane Civic
Theater); Director - Twelfth Night (Northwest Museum of Art & Culture); Sound Designer at Stage Left. Acting
credits: Alison in Fun Home (Stage Left), Harper in Angels in America (Spokane Civic), Marianne in Constellations
(Spokane Civic), Dr. Rosalind Franklin in Photograph 51 (Spokane Civic).
Chelsea is a teaching artist, writer and Lecturer at Gonzaga
University in Spokane, WA. She completed her Master of Fine Arts in Acting at the California Institute of the Arts
and has worked professionally in the U.S., & internationally (Germany, Russia, Scotland, Iceland). Spokane
directing/design credits: Director - Dracula, POTUS & The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Spokane Civic
Theater); Director - Twelfth Night (Northwest Museum of Art & Culture); Sound Designer at Stage Left. Acting
credits: Alison in Fun Home (Stage Left), Harper in Angels in America (Spokane Civic), Marianne in Constellations
(Spokane Civic), Dr. Rosalind Franklin in Photograph 51 (Spokane Civic).
Nate Edmons
(The Constable/Fiddler on the Roof)
Nate shows up on various stages in the inland northwest, he loves working with the extremely talented actors, directors, and stage crew living here that share his love of theatre. Favorite principal roles include General Harrison in Kiss Me Kate and Big Jule in Guys and Dolls. Favorite ensemble roles include being a dancing chimney sweep in Mary Poppins and a fork in Beauty and the Beast. Fiddler on the Roof is at the top of his bucket list for musicals, and you might not find another cast member as happy as he is to be here. In his spare time, he is a full-time physics teacher at Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane.
Nate shows up on various stages in the inland northwest, he loves working with the extremely talented actors, directors, and stage crew living here that share his love of theatre. Favorite principal roles include General Harrison in Kiss Me Kate and Big Jule in Guys and Dolls. Favorite ensemble roles include being a dancing chimney sweep in Mary Poppins and a fork in Beauty and the Beast. Fiddler on the Roof is at the top of his bucket list for musicals, and you might not find another cast member as happy as he is to be here. In his spare time, he is a full-time physics teacher at Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane.
David Eldridge
(Artistic Associate/Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre; Dickon Sowerby/The Secret Garden; Seymour Krelborn/Little Shop of Horrors)
David is 24 years old, and has been performing in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area for just under 9 years. He holds a Bachelor's of Music in Music Theatre from Oklahoma City University, and has been working with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre as an Artistic Associate since last summer. You might recognize him from last season in Footloose (Willard), from Red Bird's Into the Woods (Rapunzel's Prince), or even SVST's Rising Stars 2022. He hopes you enjoy the show. Soli Deo Gloria!
David is 24 years old, and has been performing in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area for just under 9 years. He holds a Bachelor's of Music in Music Theatre from Oklahoma City University, and has been working with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre as an Artistic Associate since last summer. You might recognize him from last season in Footloose (Willard), from Red Bird's Into the Woods (Rapunzel's Prince), or even SVST's Rising Stars 2022. He hopes you enjoy the show. Soli Deo Gloria!
Chuck Ethridge
(Executive Artistic Director/Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre; Major Shelley/The Secret Garden)
Kit Fields
(Schprintze/Fiddler on the Roof)
Introducing Kit Fields! Kit is excited to continue adding to her singing, dancing, and acting experience. She most recently played the part of Amanda Thripp in her elementary school’s production of Matilda. In the spring of 2023, she played the part of little Fiona in an elementary production of Shrek Jr. The Musical. She is currently an active participant in her school’s dance team, theater team, and choir, where she receives direct instruction in movement, voice, and acting. Professionally, she most recently played the part of Gretl in Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater’s 2023 production of The Sound of Music. Kit looks forward to continuing her singing, acting, and dancing career with a professional theater company!
Introducing Kit Fields! Kit is excited to continue adding to her singing, dancing, and acting experience. She most recently played the part of Amanda Thripp in her elementary school’s production of Matilda. In the spring of 2023, she played the part of little Fiona in an elementary production of Shrek Jr. The Musical. She is currently an active participant in her school’s dance team, theater team, and choir, where she receives direct instruction in movement, voice, and acting. Professionally, she most recently played the part of Gretl in Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater’s 2023 production of The Sound of Music. Kit looks forward to continuing her singing, acting, and dancing career with a professional theater company!
Alan Gemberling
(Trombone/The Secret Garden)
Sydney Glover
(Hodel/Fiddler on the Roof; Alice, Ensemble/The Secret Garden)
I am very excited to be part of Fiddler on the Roof and the Secret Garden at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. I recently graduated with a BA in Vocal Performance from Whitworth University, where I played the roles of Maria in Sound of Music and the Fairy Queen in the children’s opera St. George and the Dragon. I also performed with the Coeur d’Alene Symphony in their Young Artist Concerto Concert as well as their 2023 Summer Concert Series. I thoroughly enjoy sharing my joy of singing both on and off the stage. I am currently teaching voice lessons in Spokane to students of all ages, and am thankful for the support of my instructors and family members over the years to help me get to where I am today.
I am very excited to be part of Fiddler on the Roof and the Secret Garden at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. I recently graduated with a BA in Vocal Performance from Whitworth University, where I played the roles of Maria in Sound of Music and the Fairy Queen in the children’s opera St. George and the Dragon. I also performed with the Coeur d’Alene Symphony in their Young Artist Concerto Concert as well as their 2023 Summer Concert Series. I thoroughly enjoy sharing my joy of singing both on and off the stage. I am currently teaching voice lessons in Spokane to students of all ages, and am thankful for the support of my instructors and family members over the years to help me get to where I am today.
Matt Goodrich
(Music Director/The Secret Garden)
Chris Grant
(Percussion/The Secret Garden)
Michael Hamill
(Yussel (Villager, Bottle Dancer), Vladek (Russian Dancer), Dance Captain/Fiddler on the Roof; Major Holmes/The Secret Garden)
Michael is ecstatic to be joining the cast of Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre! Originally from Rochester, NY, he is currently pursuing his BFA in Musical Theatre at SUNY Fredonia. Past Fredonia credits include; Natasha, Pierre... (Balaga, us Pierre), Into the Woods (Cinderella's Prince/Wolf), The Wild Party (Ensemble). The past two summers, Michael has been a dancer / actor at Valleyfair Amusement Park in Minnesota. Thank you so much to my friends, family, and incredible team here at Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. IG: @michaelwhamill
Michael is ecstatic to be joining the cast of Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre! Originally from Rochester, NY, he is currently pursuing his BFA in Musical Theatre at SUNY Fredonia. Past Fredonia credits include; Natasha, Pierre... (Balaga, us Pierre), Into the Woods (Cinderella's Prince/Wolf), The Wild Party (Ensemble). The past two summers, Michael has been a dancer / actor at Valleyfair Amusement Park in Minnesota. Thank you so much to my friends, family, and incredible team here at Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. IG: @michaelwhamill
Lorna Hamilton
(Assistant Choreographer/Little Shop of Horrors)
Lorna owned a dance school for 30 years, and has retired from NIC where she taught ballet, jazz, tap, and Modern dance. Director/Choreographer shows for Coeur dAlene Summer Theatre include “Beauty and the Beast”, " The Marvelous Wonderettes:, “The Sound of Music” and “Nunsense”. Her favorite roles include: Sister Robert Anne -- “Nunsense”; Connie -- “A Chorus Line”; and Snoopy-- “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”. She played Danny in ”Mama Drama” which won 2nd place in the national AACT Festival and Best Ensemble award, and she toured Ireland with “Quilters” as choreographer/percussionist. Lorna is an award-winning author and a holistic life coach and lives in gratitude to be able to do what she loves.
Lorna owned a dance school for 30 years, and has retired from NIC where she taught ballet, jazz, tap, and Modern dance. Director/Choreographer shows for Coeur dAlene Summer Theatre include “Beauty and the Beast”, " The Marvelous Wonderettes:, “The Sound of Music” and “Nunsense”. Her favorite roles include: Sister Robert Anne -- “Nunsense”; Connie -- “A Chorus Line”; and Snoopy-- “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”. She played Danny in ”Mama Drama” which won 2nd place in the national AACT Festival and Best Ensemble award, and she toured Ireland with “Quilters” as choreographer/percussionist. Lorna is an award-winning author and a holistic life coach and lives in gratitude to be able to do what she loves.
Jesse Hampsch
(Conductor/The Secret Garden)
Jesse is so excited to work with such a great team on The Secret Garden this summer! He just completed his second year of his MFA at Temple and is happy to take the break from writing to work on a musical with such beautiful music. Jesse has performed on stage for Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre as well as in the pit. It's always a joy to conduct shows with such a talented cast and masterful pit musicians. Making art with great people is the only thing that makes it worth it. As always, thanks to my family and friends for constantly lowering their expectations of
what I do with my life. Enjoy the season!
Jesse is so excited to work with such a great team on The Secret Garden this summer! He just completed his second year of his MFA at Temple and is happy to take the break from writing to work on a musical with such beautiful music. Jesse has performed on stage for Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre as well as in the pit. It's always a joy to conduct shows with such a talented cast and masterful pit musicians. Making art with great people is the only thing that makes it worth it. As always, thanks to my family and friends for constantly lowering their expectations of
what I do with my life. Enjoy the season!
Hannah Hopkins
(Props Assistant/Fiddler on the Roof; Props Assistant, Puppetry Crew, Puppeteer/Little Shop of Horrors)
I am a Gonzaga theatre student. I was born and raised in Washington. I have lived most of my life in a theatre somewhere. I am always eager and happy to learn any new theatre skill that I can. In my spare time I enjoy filmmaking, particularly screenwriting. This summer I aim to nurture my twin passions. I am very excited to be a part of the team this summer.
I am a Gonzaga theatre student. I was born and raised in Washington. I have lived most of my life in a theatre somewhere. I am always eager and happy to learn any new theatre skill that I can. In my spare time I enjoy filmmaking, particularly screenwriting. This summer I aim to nurture my twin passions. I am very excited to be a part of the team this summer.
Tyler Hughes
(NIC Production Event Supervisor)
Michael Hynes
(Avram/Fiddler on the Roof)
For over 30 years, Michael has been fortunate enough to be involved with almost every theater group around the Spokane/CDA area both acting and directing. He’s excited to finally be onstage with CST having only been involved as a pit singer in Mama Mia! Most recently, he was Mr. Maraczek in Civic Theatre’s She Loves Me. Or you may remember him as Uncle Ernie in Tommy or as Nostradamus in Something Rotten both with Aspire. Favorite roles include The Cowardly Lion in Wizard of Oz; Nostradaus in Something Rotten; Jekyll/Hyde in Jekyll & Hyde; and Mr. Krabs in SpongeBob the Musical. When not on the theater stage, you will find Michael singing with THE KEVIN SHAY BAND.
For over 30 years, Michael has been fortunate enough to be involved with almost every theater group around the Spokane/CDA area both acting and directing. He’s excited to finally be onstage with CST having only been involved as a pit singer in Mama Mia! Most recently, he was Mr. Maraczek in Civic Theatre’s She Loves Me. Or you may remember him as Uncle Ernie in Tommy or as Nostradamus in Something Rotten both with Aspire. Favorite roles include The Cowardly Lion in Wizard of Oz; Nostradaus in Something Rotten; Jekyll/Hyde in Jekyll & Hyde; and Mr. Krabs in SpongeBob the Musical. When not on the theater stage, you will find Michael singing with THE KEVIN SHAY BAND.
Savannah Johnson
(ASL Interpreter)
Savannah Johnson is honored to be returning to the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre again for the 2024 Season. Some of her past ASL Theatre Interpretation credits include Mamma Mia, Little Woman, Pride and Prejudice, and Grease. Savannah is a Qualified Interpreter with her degree in ASL Interpreting with a minor in Theatre. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support. Love you all!
Savannah Johnson is honored to be returning to the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre again for the 2024 Season. Some of her past ASL Theatre Interpretation credits include Mamma Mia, Little Woman, Pride and Prejudice, and Grease. Savannah is a Qualified Interpreter with her degree in ASL Interpreting with a minor in Theatre. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support. Love you all!
Brianni Justice
(Ronette/Little Shop of Horrors)
A current Musical Theatre BFA student at the University of Florida, she is ecstatic to be a part of her first professional production at the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. There’s nothing she loves more than being able to share her passion for the theatre on stage. She is so grateful that she was given this opportunity! She would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her!
A current Musical Theatre BFA student at the University of Florida, she is ecstatic to be a part of her first professional production at the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. There’s nothing she loves more than being able to share her passion for the theatre on stage. She is so grateful that she was given this opportunity! She would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her!
Harris Kahler
(Assistant Choreographer and Dance Captain/Fiddler on the Roof)
Harris Kahler is a BFA Dance Major at Montclair State University in New Jersey. He graduated with honors from the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan and completed their graduate program with honors. He started dancing here in Spokane at the age of 11 and has attended summer intensives with scholarships at Oregon Ballet Theatre, Ballet Arizona, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
Harris Kahler is a BFA Dance Major at Montclair State University in New Jersey. He graduated with honors from the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan and completed their graduate program with honors. He started dancing here in Spokane at the age of 11 and has attended summer intensives with scholarships at Oregon Ballet Theatre, Ballet Arizona, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
Jennifer Kleinkauf
(Golde/Fiddler on the Roof; Mrs. Winthrop, Mrs. Shelley, Ensemble/The Secret Garden; Wig Master/ Little Shop of Horrors)
Jennifer Kleinkauf (Golde/Mrs. Winthrop) joyfully joins the 2024 season pestering Tevye, matchmaking her daughters with rich geezers, and surviving the sass of an orphan. When not immersed in theatre, catch Jennifer engaging in epic video game battles with her unwitting spouse. A CST regular, she's smacked her gum in The Marvelous Wonderettes, set the stage on fire in Smokey Joe's Cafe, dropped her drawers in Beauty and the Beast, and went south in Crimes of the Heart. Between auditions (and sending awkward self-tapes to her agent at Big Fish NW Talent), she balances life by churchgoing, incessantly singing around the house, family antics, and driving her husband mad with audition obsessions. All Glory to God! Psalm 38:7
Jennifer Kleinkauf (Golde/Mrs. Winthrop) joyfully joins the 2024 season pestering Tevye, matchmaking her daughters with rich geezers, and surviving the sass of an orphan. When not immersed in theatre, catch Jennifer engaging in epic video game battles with her unwitting spouse. A CST regular, she's smacked her gum in The Marvelous Wonderettes, set the stage on fire in Smokey Joe's Cafe, dropped her drawers in Beauty and the Beast, and went south in Crimes of the Heart. Between auditions (and sending awkward self-tapes to her agent at Big Fish NW Talent), she balances life by churchgoing, incessantly singing around the house, family antics, and driving her husband mad with audition obsessions. All Glory to God! Psalm 38:7
Denika Kleinmann
(Cello/Fiddler on the Roof)
James Landsiedel
(Carpenter/Little Shop of Horrors)
Kit Lane
(Alto Flute, Flute/Fiddler on the Roof; Flute, Piccolo, Recorders, Clarinet, Pan Pipes/The Secret Garden)
Yale Langworthy
(Hershel, Sasha/Fiddler on the Roof; Lieutenant Wright, Ensemble/The Secret Garden)
Yale has been performing theater for over 10 years, some of his professional credits include Off-Broadway: Trevor the Musical (pre-Covid cast). Regional: Polkadots, Shrek, Newsies, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Oklahoma!, Legally Blonde, The Little Mermaid and The Wizard of Oz. Despite being diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease known as RP he will continue to pursue and enjoy theater forever. Yale just graduated from the William Esper Acting Studio and is looking forward to continuing his acting career. He would like to thank his family, friends, and Bercy talent for all their love and support.
Yale has been performing theater for over 10 years, some of his professional credits include Off-Broadway: Trevor the Musical (pre-Covid cast). Regional: Polkadots, Shrek, Newsies, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Oklahoma!, Legally Blonde, The Little Mermaid and The Wizard of Oz. Despite being diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease known as RP he will continue to pursue and enjoy theater forever. Yale just graduated from the William Esper Acting Studio and is looking forward to continuing his acting career. He would like to thank his family, friends, and Bercy talent for all their love and support.
Gary John LaRosa
(Director & Choreographer /Fiddler on the Roof)
Staged over 250 productions including the national tour of Footloose; The Sound of Music (Rex
Smith); Les Misérables, The Light in the Piazza and Next to Normal (Ostrander Award) Playhouse on the Square; Candide at Cabrillo Stage; Always...Patsy Cline (Sally Struthers); Fiddler on the Roof at Barrington Stage Company (2 BroadwayWorld Awards) and at the St Louis MUNY (Judy Award)/ Starlight Kansas City; The Full Monty at Phoenix Theatre; La Cage aux Folles at Downtown Cabaret (Connecticut Critic’s Award); Die Fledermaus at Finger Lakes Opera and numerous productions at Broadway Sacramento, WV Public, Maine State Music and the Fulton Theatres. A Guest Director at 20 universities, he has staged 100 corporate shows worldwide, is a mentor at the Drama League, and appeared in Broadway/National/International tours including Fiddler...and conceived/directed the 50th Anniversary Broadway celebration (starring Topol and a cast of 90). He appears in the documentary “Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles.” www.garyjohnlarosa.com
Staged over 250 productions including the national tour of Footloose; The Sound of Music (Rex
Smith); Les Misérables, The Light in the Piazza and Next to Normal (Ostrander Award) Playhouse on the Square; Candide at Cabrillo Stage; Always...Patsy Cline (Sally Struthers); Fiddler on the Roof at Barrington Stage Company (2 BroadwayWorld Awards) and at the St Louis MUNY (Judy Award)/ Starlight Kansas City; The Full Monty at Phoenix Theatre; La Cage aux Folles at Downtown Cabaret (Connecticut Critic’s Award); Die Fledermaus at Finger Lakes Opera and numerous productions at Broadway Sacramento, WV Public, Maine State Music and the Fulton Theatres. A Guest Director at 20 universities, he has staged 100 corporate shows worldwide, is a mentor at the Drama League, and appeared in Broadway/National/International tours including Fiddler...and conceived/directed the 50th Anniversary Broadway celebration (starring Topol and a cast of 90). He appears in the documentary “Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles.” www.garyjohnlarosa.com
Timothy Madsen
(ASL Interpreter)
I'm humbled to embark on my third season with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. Having also lent my skills to CYT North Idaho and Spokane Valley Summer Theatre, I've had the privilege of interpreting over ten shows. It's a joy to contribute to the theatrical talent at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre, ensuring all can share in the joy of performance. Grateful for the opportunity, I look forward to another season of performance.
I'm humbled to embark on my third season with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. Having also lent my skills to CYT North Idaho and Spokane Valley Summer Theatre, I've had the privilege of interpreting over ten shows. It's a joy to contribute to the theatrical talent at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre, ensuring all can share in the joy of performance. Grateful for the opportunity, I look forward to another season of performance.
Phil Male
(Carpenter)
Sarah Mann
(Scenic Artist/Secret Garden)
Sarah is happy to be back at Coeur D' Alene Summer Theater doing what she loves and bringing sets alive.
Sarah is happy to be back at Coeur D' Alene Summer Theater doing what she loves and bringing sets alive.
Scott Martinez
(Sound Engineer & Operator)
Scott Martinez is a musical theater sound designer and mixer from Spokane, Washington. He has been a stagehand member of I.A.T.S.E. Local 93 for 20 years, working in the audio/visual and lighting departments. Scott has also provided technical assistance and mixed musical productions for many of the local high schools and local colleges. Scott has designed and mixed local productions of Miss Saigon, Chicago, Legally Blonde, A Little Night Music, Guys and Dolls, Mary Poppins, and many others. Some of Scott’s other credits include working with the Spokane Symphony, the Spokane Jazz Orchestra, and even the Chad Mitchell Trio. He is also a noted dance, theatrical, and headshot photographer. He currently owns Scott Martinez Photography.
Scott Martinez is a musical theater sound designer and mixer from Spokane, Washington. He has been a stagehand member of I.A.T.S.E. Local 93 for 20 years, working in the audio/visual and lighting departments. Scott has also provided technical assistance and mixed musical productions for many of the local high schools and local colleges. Scott has designed and mixed local productions of Miss Saigon, Chicago, Legally Blonde, A Little Night Music, Guys and Dolls, Mary Poppins, and many others. Some of Scott’s other credits include working with the Spokane Symphony, the Spokane Jazz Orchestra, and even the Chad Mitchell Trio. He is also a noted dance, theatrical, and headshot photographer. He currently owns Scott Martinez Photography.
Abe McKinney
(Villager, Russian Dancer/Fiddler on the Roof)
Abe is so excited to be a part of his first Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre production! He has been participating in local theater for the past five years. Some of his previous credits include Luke in The Lightning Thief, Jack Kelly in Newsies, Beast in Beauty and the Beast, and Tulsa in Gypsy. Abe would like to thank his friends, family, singing instructor, and God for supporting and encouraging him through his theatrical journey.
Abe is so excited to be a part of his first Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre production! He has been participating in local theater for the past five years. Some of his previous credits include Luke in The Lightning Thief, Jack Kelly in Newsies, Beast in Beauty and the Beast, and Tulsa in Gypsy. Abe would like to thank his friends, family, singing instructor, and God for supporting and encouraging him through his theatrical journey.
Robert McPherson
(Captain Albert Lennox/The Secret Garden)
Robert McPherson is a Grammy Award winning, Metropolitan Opera tenor who has performed throughout five continents. In 2021, he made his Off-Broadway debut in the premiere of Trump L’oeil at Florence Gould Hall, where he was nominated for Best Solo Performance by Broadway World. Mr. McPherson has performed his self-written comic show, The Drunken Tenor, throughout the Pacific Northwest, including The Drunken Tenor’s Halloween Spooktacular for the Vashon Center for the Arts and his adaptation of the Dickens classic, A Very Drunken
Christmas Carol which returns to Seattle Opera this December. He is excited to return to Coeur d'Alene, where he started his career many years ago doing summer stock.
Robert McPherson is a Grammy Award winning, Metropolitan Opera tenor who has performed throughout five continents. In 2021, he made his Off-Broadway debut in the premiere of Trump L’oeil at Florence Gould Hall, where he was nominated for Best Solo Performance by Broadway World. Mr. McPherson has performed his self-written comic show, The Drunken Tenor, throughout the Pacific Northwest, including The Drunken Tenor’s Halloween Spooktacular for the Vashon Center for the Arts and his adaptation of the Dickens classic, A Very Drunken
Christmas Carol which returns to Seattle Opera this December. He is excited to return to Coeur d'Alene, where he started his career many years ago doing summer stock.
Erin Lee McSwain
(Costume Designer)
Thrilled to be a part of this special season, I am so grateful for this amazing opportunity. Costuming shows for over 45 years, most of my work was in the Seattle area, but I've been welcomed with opened arms into the wonderful theatre community in Coeur d'Alene. I have enjoyed doing special projects for CYT North Idaho and Aspire CDA on recent productions of "Beauty and the Beast", "Tommy", "Spamalot", and designing "Gypsy". I studied Theatre and Costume Design at Western Washington University, costuming everything from Shakespeare and Opera to Ballet. I especially love building historical costumes. Beyond design, I am also passionate about teaching and encouraging emerging stitchers and costumers. So thankful for the support of my husband John, my kids, and God for His generous grace.
Thrilled to be a part of this special season, I am so grateful for this amazing opportunity. Costuming shows for over 45 years, most of my work was in the Seattle area, but I've been welcomed with opened arms into the wonderful theatre community in Coeur d'Alene. I have enjoyed doing special projects for CYT North Idaho and Aspire CDA on recent productions of "Beauty and the Beast", "Tommy", "Spamalot", and designing "Gypsy". I studied Theatre and Costume Design at Western Washington University, costuming everything from Shakespeare and Opera to Ballet. I especially love building historical costumes. Beyond design, I am also passionate about teaching and encouraging emerging stitchers and costumers. So thankful for the support of my husband John, my kids, and God for His generous grace.
Jonah Mendoza
(Villager, Russian Dancer/Fiddler on the Roof; Lieutenant Shaw/The Secret Garden)
JONAH MENDOZA is elated to be making his Coeur d'Alene Theatre debut! Jonah was most recently seen on stage in The Addams Family as Pugsley Addams (Broadway Palm, Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre), as well as Beauty and the Beast (Main Street Theater - Houston). Last year, Jonah made his Equity debut in The Magic School Bus National Tour as Carlos (TheaterWorksUSA), followed by his Television streaming service debut as Ronnie in the new comedy sitcom ‘Primo’ (Amazon Freevee). Jonah would like to extend all of his gratitude to his family for their never ending love and support. Instagram: @jonah.mendoza
JONAH MENDOZA is elated to be making his Coeur d'Alene Theatre debut! Jonah was most recently seen on stage in The Addams Family as Pugsley Addams (Broadway Palm, Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre), as well as Beauty and the Beast (Main Street Theater - Houston). Last year, Jonah made his Equity debut in The Magic School Bus National Tour as Carlos (TheaterWorksUSA), followed by his Television streaming service debut as Ronnie in the new comedy sitcom ‘Primo’ (Amazon Freevee). Jonah would like to extend all of his gratitude to his family for their never ending love and support. Instagram: @jonah.mendoza
Scott Michaelsen
(Music Director/Fiddler on the Roof; Music Director/Little Shop of Horrors)
Scott is thrilled to return to Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre following Footloose in 2023. Originally from Bend, Oregon, he has music directed across the country with favorite credits including Sister Act (Post Playhouse: Crawford, Nebraska), Camelot and The Little Mermaid (Sierra Repertory Theatre: Sonora, California), The Full Monty (Suncoast Broadway Dinner Theatre: Hudson, Florida), and various original cabarets at Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota. Since moving to Cd'A in 2022, he has been seen in Spokane Valley Summer Theatre's Big Band Christmas and has music directed Willy Wonka (CYT North Idaho), Monty Python's Spamalot (Aspire Community Theatre), and Mamma Mia (Coeur d'Alene High School). Scott is also the primary choir accompanist at Lake City High School.
Scott is thrilled to return to Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre following Footloose in 2023. Originally from Bend, Oregon, he has music directed across the country with favorite credits including Sister Act (Post Playhouse: Crawford, Nebraska), Camelot and The Little Mermaid (Sierra Repertory Theatre: Sonora, California), The Full Monty (Suncoast Broadway Dinner Theatre: Hudson, Florida), and various original cabarets at Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota. Since moving to Cd'A in 2022, he has been seen in Spokane Valley Summer Theatre's Big Band Christmas and has music directed Willy Wonka (CYT North Idaho), Monty Python's Spamalot (Aspire Community Theatre), and Mamma Mia (Coeur d'Alene High School). Scott is also the primary choir accompanist at Lake City High School.
Charlie Monte
(Scenic Design, Technical Director, Lead Carpenter)
Having been introduced to the arts at home as a child, I’ve always been interested. Since getting into arts quite heavily in High School and after I have been involved in the performing arts as a performer, technician, designer, director, consultant, or visual artist for over 30 years. My personal passion for the arts has led me to help in the forming of a non-profit theatre group. Serving as President for a time, I set the ground work for the development of a student theater organization in an economically depressed area as I believe everyone should have access to the arts. I have obtained related degrees: a BA in Visual Arts, an MA in Communications and Theater Studies and my MFA in Lighting Design. Currently I am serving as the Technical Director for Gonzaga’s Department of Theater.
Having been introduced to the arts at home as a child, I’ve always been interested. Since getting into arts quite heavily in High School and after I have been involved in the performing arts as a performer, technician, designer, director, consultant, or visual artist for over 30 years. My personal passion for the arts has led me to help in the forming of a non-profit theatre group. Serving as President for a time, I set the ground work for the development of a student theater organization in an economically depressed area as I believe everyone should have access to the arts. I have obtained related degrees: a BA in Visual Arts, an MA in Communications and Theater Studies and my MFA in Lighting Design. Currently I am serving as the Technical Director for Gonzaga’s Department of Theater.
Sam Morehouse
(Mendel, Ensemble/Fiddler on the Roof)
Born and raised in Spokane, Washington, Sam is a 2024 Gonzaga University graduate with a major in English and minors in Theatre Arts and Film Studies. At Gonzaga, he performed in many mainstage productions, such as Moritz Stiefel in Spring Awakening (2023) and Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2022), while also participating in the Boone Street Hooligans Sketch Comedy Shows and the GUTS Improv Comedy Club. In the fall, Sam will begin pursuing his MFA in Film & Television Production from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts. He would like to thank the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre for giving him this opportunity, Chelsea Duvall helping him get to this point, and his family for their constant support.
Born and raised in Spokane, Washington, Sam is a 2024 Gonzaga University graduate with a major in English and minors in Theatre Arts and Film Studies. At Gonzaga, he performed in many mainstage productions, such as Moritz Stiefel in Spring Awakening (2023) and Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2022), while also participating in the Boone Street Hooligans Sketch Comedy Shows and the GUTS Improv Comedy Club. In the fall, Sam will begin pursuing his MFA in Film & Television Production from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts. He would like to thank the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre for giving him this opportunity, Chelsea Duvall helping him get to this point, and his family for their constant support.
Michaelyn Oby
(Crystal/Little Shop of Horrors)
Milwaukee, WI native and raised in Memphis,TN, this singer and actress is now based in Chicago, IL. Affectionately referred to as “the little lady with the big voice,” she most recently worked several years as a Guest Entertainer onboard vessels cruising America's inland rivers performing her two one-woman shows: Feeling Good (Jazz/Blues Revue) and Lady Sings Ms. Ross: A Tribute to Diana Ross. Some acting credits include: Purlie The Musical (Lutibelle); Aida (Ensemble); A Raisin in the Sun (Beneatha Younger) as well as independent film credit Greenflake (Best Supporting Actress Nomination Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival) and Chicago World Premier Red Summer.Find out more online: michaelynoby.com; @michaelyn_music on Social Media Platforms
Milwaukee, WI native and raised in Memphis,TN, this singer and actress is now based in Chicago, IL. Affectionately referred to as “the little lady with the big voice,” she most recently worked several years as a Guest Entertainer onboard vessels cruising America's inland rivers performing her two one-woman shows: Feeling Good (Jazz/Blues Revue) and Lady Sings Ms. Ross: A Tribute to Diana Ross. Some acting credits include: Purlie The Musical (Lutibelle); Aida (Ensemble); A Raisin in the Sun (Beneatha Younger) as well as independent film credit Greenflake (Best Supporting Actress Nomination Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival) and Chicago World Premier Red Summer.Find out more online: michaelynoby.com; @michaelyn_music on Social Media Platforms
Hudson Orfe
(Perchik/Fiddler on the Roof)
Hudson is currently pursuing his BFA in Musical Theatre from Carnegie Mellon University, and is thrilled to be making his debut with the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre! Favorite roles include Pippin (Pippin), Spring Awakening (Melchior), and As You Like It (Silvius). He is a graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy, and the American Boychoir School where he traveled around the world performing in venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Beijing Concert Hall, and the Metropolitan Museum. He also works professionally as a Music Director & Accompanist.
Hudson is currently pursuing his BFA in Musical Theatre from Carnegie Mellon University, and is thrilled to be making his debut with the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre! Favorite roles include Pippin (Pippin), Spring Awakening (Melchior), and As You Like It (Silvius). He is a graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy, and the American Boychoir School where he traveled around the world performing in venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Beijing Concert Hall, and the Metropolitan Museum. He also works professionally as a Music Director & Accompanist.
Jordan Overturf
(Fyedka/Fiddler on the Roof)
Jordan is excited to do his first show with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre! As a graduate from Whitworth University with a BA in Theatre, he has performed both in Oregon and Washington with recent shows being Grasshopper in James and the Giant Peach, Sonny Latierri in Grease and Spot Conlon/Elmer in Newsies! Jordan would like to thank God, his family and friends for their continuous love and support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Jordan is excited to do his first show with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre! As a graduate from Whitworth University with a BA in Theatre, he has performed both in Oregon and Washington with recent shows being Grasshopper in James and the Giant Peach, Sonny Latierri in Grease and Spot Conlon/Elmer in Newsies! Jordan would like to thank God, his family and friends for their continuous love and support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Zander Page
(Backstage Crew/Little Shop of Horrors)
A Broadcasting and Theater major at Gonzaga University, that has contributed to the productions of The Mystery of Edwin Drood (2021), A Midsummer Night's Dream (2022), pool (no water) (2023), Rhinoceros (2023), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) (revised) (again) (2023), Spring Awakening (2023), and The Odyssey (2024) there. He would like to thank Chelsea for this wonderful opportunity!
A Broadcasting and Theater major at Gonzaga University, that has contributed to the productions of The Mystery of Edwin Drood (2021), A Midsummer Night's Dream (2022), pool (no water) (2023), Rhinoceros (2023), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) (revised) (again) (2023), Spring Awakening (2023), and The Odyssey (2024) there. He would like to thank Chelsea for this wonderful opportunity!
John Payonk
(Tevye/Fiddler on the Roof)
John has performed such varied roles as Germont in La Traviata, Scarpia in Tosca, Canio in I Pagliacci and the title roles in Rigoletto, Don Pasquale and Falstaff. Tevye in Fiddler on The Roof, Tony in The Most Happy Fella, Mayor Dobbs in Bright Star, Old Deuteronomy in Cats, Captain E.J. Smith in Titanic, Edna Turnblad in Hairspray, Kris Kringle in Miracle On 34 th Street, Mr Potter in It’s A Wonderful Life. John’s performances have been enjoyed from the stages of The Goodspeed Opera House, The Hall of Composers in St. Petersburg, Russia with the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, Light Opera Works,
Chicago Opera Theater, Fargo-Morehead Civic Opera, Chamber Opera Chicago, Lyric Opera Cleveland, Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Great Lakes Theater Festival, Virginia Musical Theater, Cincinnati’s Playhouse in the Park, Carousel Dinner Theater, Virginia Stage Company and many others.
John has performed such varied roles as Germont in La Traviata, Scarpia in Tosca, Canio in I Pagliacci and the title roles in Rigoletto, Don Pasquale and Falstaff. Tevye in Fiddler on The Roof, Tony in The Most Happy Fella, Mayor Dobbs in Bright Star, Old Deuteronomy in Cats, Captain E.J. Smith in Titanic, Edna Turnblad in Hairspray, Kris Kringle in Miracle On 34 th Street, Mr Potter in It’s A Wonderful Life. John’s performances have been enjoyed from the stages of The Goodspeed Opera House, The Hall of Composers in St. Petersburg, Russia with the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, Light Opera Works,
Chicago Opera Theater, Fargo-Morehead Civic Opera, Chamber Opera Chicago, Lyric Opera Cleveland, Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Great Lakes Theater Festival, Virginia Musical Theater, Cincinnati’s Playhouse in the Park, Carousel Dinner Theater, Virginia Stage Company and many others.
Rob Peterson
(Bass/Little Shop of Horrors)
Jim Phillips
(Trumpet/Fiddler on the Roof; TrumpetThe Secret Garden)
Kristina Phillips
(Bass/Fiddler on the Roof; Cello/The Secret Garden)
Brian Ploeger
(Trumpet/Fiddler on the Roof)
Steve Preedy
(Accordian/Fiddler on the Roof)
Kathleen Polocz
(Stitcher/Fiddler on the Roof; Stitcher/Little Shop of Horrors)
Kathleen is excited to be back working with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre as a stitcher! She brings an enthusiasm for accuracy and details for period costumes. She had a great time last year as a stitcher and dresser for The Sound of Music. She is thrilled to be working again with Erin McSwain, the Costumer Designer, as well as this year's cast and crew. She looks forward to future opportunities with the Coeur d'Alene Theatre as a costumer, actor, or musician.
Kathleen is excited to be back working with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre as a stitcher! She brings an enthusiasm for accuracy and details for period costumes. She had a great time last year as a stitcher and dresser for The Sound of Music. She is thrilled to be working again with Erin McSwain, the Costumer Designer, as well as this year's cast and crew. She looks forward to future opportunities with the Coeur d'Alene Theatre as a costumer, actor, or musician.
Isabella Polocz
(Backstage Crew/Fiddler on the Roof; Backstage Crew/The Secret Garden)
Back for another season at Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater, Bella is excited to contribute behind the scenes once more. Last year, Bella enjoyed the challenge of quick scene and set changes in The Sound of Music. Thrilled to continue supporting the theater's vibrant atmosphere and unforgettable performances, Bella is ready to contribute to
amazing shows this summer.
Back for another season at Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater, Bella is excited to contribute behind the scenes once more. Last year, Bella enjoyed the challenge of quick scene and set changes in The Sound of Music. Thrilled to continue supporting the theater's vibrant atmosphere and unforgettable performances, Bella is ready to contribute to
amazing shows this summer.
Julie Powell
(Mrs Medlock/The Secret Garden)
Happy to be back with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre, this summer marks over 35 years she has been performing in musical theatre and opera. After graduating from the vocal music department of the University of Idaho, she taught choir for Coeur d'Alene High School and currently teaches General Music, Choir and Marimbas at Bryan Elementary. Her singing and theatre career spans throughout the Northwest's theatre companies and orchestras. Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre is where she performed her favorite roles such as Marian The Librarian, Cinderella, and The Mother Superior in last year's Sound of Music. She sends love and gratitude to her father for instilling the love of music and the deep desire to make it a large part of her life.
Happy to be back with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre, this summer marks over 35 years she has been performing in musical theatre and opera. After graduating from the vocal music department of the University of Idaho, she taught choir for Coeur d'Alene High School and currently teaches General Music, Choir and Marimbas at Bryan Elementary. Her singing and theatre career spans throughout the Northwest's theatre companies and orchestras. Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre is where she performed her favorite roles such as Marian The Librarian, Cinderella, and The Mother Superior in last year's Sound of Music. She sends love and gratitude to her father for instilling the love of music and the deep desire to make it a large part of her life.
Heath Rawls
(Motel/Fiddler on the Roof)
Heath Rawls is from McKinney, Texas, and is currently studying musical theatre at the University of Central Oklahoma. Performance credits include: Priscilla Beach Theatre: UCO: Goosebumps (Zeke), Legally Blonde (Kyle) Cedar Summerstock Theatre: Forever Plaid (Francis), Spamalot (Sir Galahad) Firehouse Theatre: The SpongeBob Musical (Electric Skate) North Texas Performing Arts: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Monty Navarro), Urinetown (Bobby Strong). He would like to thank his friends, his family, and everybody involved with this show for all of their support!
Heath Rawls is from McKinney, Texas, and is currently studying musical theatre at the University of Central Oklahoma. Performance credits include: Priscilla Beach Theatre: UCO: Goosebumps (Zeke), Legally Blonde (Kyle) Cedar Summerstock Theatre: Forever Plaid (Francis), Spamalot (Sir Galahad) Firehouse Theatre: The SpongeBob Musical (Electric Skate) North Texas Performing Arts: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Monty Navarro), Urinetown (Bobby Strong). He would like to thank his friends, his family, and everybody involved with this show for all of their support!
Michael Reed
(Audrey II/Little Shop of Horrors)
Michael Reed is a rising junior Musical Theatre BFA at Penn State University. He was previously seen as Dr. Billeaux (Urinetown), and Carson (Hit the Wall) at Penn State Centre Stage. Last summer he also had the privilege of being an Angel (U.S. Lola) in Kinky Boots at the Duluth Playhouse. Michael is very grateful for this opportunity as Audrey II. Little Shop has been a favorite show of his since he was little. He would like to thank his mom and family for their continuous support, and his voice teacher Gabriella Sam at Penn State for believing in him. He hopes you enjoy the show! Instagram: @Originalmmichael
Michael Reed is a rising junior Musical Theatre BFA at Penn State University. He was previously seen as Dr. Billeaux (Urinetown), and Carson (Hit the Wall) at Penn State Centre Stage. Last summer he also had the privilege of being an Angel (U.S. Lola) in Kinky Boots at the Duluth Playhouse. Michael is very grateful for this opportunity as Audrey II. Little Shop has been a favorite show of his since he was little. He would like to thank his mom and family for their continuous support, and his voice teacher Gabriella Sam at Penn State for believing in him. He hopes you enjoy the show! Instagram: @Originalmmichael
Tom Richards
(The Rabbi/Fiddler on the Roof)
Jennifer Ristvedt-Hille
(Shaindel/Fiddler on the Roof)
What great fun to rollerblade on stage as Betty Blaze with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater's production of Footloose last summer! Other fun stage credits include Guys and Dolls (ensemble), Bye, Bye Birdie (Student Director/Gloria Rasputin), Little Shop of Horrors (Mrs. Luce), The Magic Flute (seamstress/props), and The Sound of Music (pit nun). More fun has been in teaching and directing music for CYT, working in local film, and voice acting five audiobooks. My latest fun endeavor has made me a published author of The Joe Family from Grand Staff and the Common Sidewalk. It's also fun to sing with Chorale Coeur d'Alene and teach K-5 music in West Valley School District. Have fun and enjoy the show!
What great fun to rollerblade on stage as Betty Blaze with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater's production of Footloose last summer! Other fun stage credits include Guys and Dolls (ensemble), Bye, Bye Birdie (Student Director/Gloria Rasputin), Little Shop of Horrors (Mrs. Luce), The Magic Flute (seamstress/props), and The Sound of Music (pit nun). More fun has been in teaching and directing music for CYT, working in local film, and voice acting five audiobooks. My latest fun endeavor has made me a published author of The Joe Family from Grand Staff and the Common Sidewalk. It's also fun to sing with Chorale Coeur d'Alene and teach K-5 music in West Valley School District. Have fun and enjoy the show!
Eric Roberts
(Carpenter)
Kathleen Rogers
(Stitcher/Fiddler on the Roof; Stitcher/The Secret Garden)
Stitching has been a part of my heart since I was a child sewing up my dreams on my grandmother's old singer treadle machine! As a sewer and performer, I understand how important the costume is to being in character and helping to make the performance believable to the appreciative audience. I am looking forward to seeing the actors in costume performing confidently in this season's performances by the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre!
Stitching has been a part of my heart since I was a child sewing up my dreams on my grandmother's old singer treadle machine! As a sewer and performer, I understand how important the costume is to being in character and helping to make the performance believable to the appreciative audience. I am looking forward to seeing the actors in costume performing confidently in this season's performances by the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre!
Shoshana Rubli
(Child Wrangler/Fiddler on the Roof)
Originally from the NY area, she grew up onstage, where her first speaking role was Shprintze in a northern NJ production of “Fiddler” . In a full-circle moment, her daughter Malka is appearing in this production as Bielke, which is her first speaking role. Having lived /performed on 3 continents, you may have seen her locally in Coeur D’Alene Theater’s “Sound of Music” (Nun/Guest), Lake City Playhouse’s “Matilda” (The Doctor), Handel’s “Messiah” (Music Conservatory of CdA), and/or in the Soprano section of Chorale Coeur D’Alene. A proud mom of 3, she sells Real Estate with Tomlinson-Sotheby’s International Realty and coaches singers locally and online. She is grateful to Coeur D’Alene Summer Theater and you, the attendee, for supporting the Arts in our community.
Originally from the NY area, she grew up onstage, where her first speaking role was Shprintze in a northern NJ production of “Fiddler” . In a full-circle moment, her daughter Malka is appearing in this production as Bielke, which is her first speaking role. Having lived /performed on 3 continents, you may have seen her locally in Coeur D’Alene Theater’s “Sound of Music” (Nun/Guest), Lake City Playhouse’s “Matilda” (The Doctor), Handel’s “Messiah” (Music Conservatory of CdA), and/or in the Soprano section of Chorale Coeur D’Alene. A proud mom of 3, she sells Real Estate with Tomlinson-Sotheby’s International Realty and coaches singers locally and online. She is grateful to Coeur D’Alene Summer Theater and you, the attendee, for supporting the Arts in our community.
Malka Rubli
(Bielke/Fiddler on the Roof)
Malka was born in Jerusalem (as an American) and lived in Israel & Switzerland before moving to Post Falls in 2020. She is a rising 5th grader at STEM Charter Academy, where she competes in First Lego League and Invent Idaho. Malka made her stage debut as a Dance Kid in Roald Dahl’s “Matilda” (Lake City Playhouse) and recently appeared in the Children’s Chorus of Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s “Joseph” (Real Life Creative Arts). She collects everything tiny, and loves sewing, reading poetry aloud, and taking care of her puppies, (An)Tony and Cleo(patra). A descendant of Jewish-American immigrants who left Bialystock, Poland, & Mogilev, Russia, in 1906, Malka is honored to be appearing in this production. She thanks her family, friends, teachers, & the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater for believing in her.
Malka was born in Jerusalem (as an American) and lived in Israel & Switzerland before moving to Post Falls in 2020. She is a rising 5th grader at STEM Charter Academy, where she competes in First Lego League and Invent Idaho. Malka made her stage debut as a Dance Kid in Roald Dahl’s “Matilda” (Lake City Playhouse) and recently appeared in the Children’s Chorus of Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s “Joseph” (Real Life Creative Arts). She collects everything tiny, and loves sewing, reading poetry aloud, and taking care of her puppies, (An)Tony and Cleo(patra). A descendant of Jewish-American immigrants who left Bialystock, Poland, & Mogilev, Russia, in 1906, Malka is honored to be appearing in this production. She thanks her family, friends, teachers, & the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater for believing in her.
Naomi Rubli
(Mirala/Fiddler on the Roof)
Naomi Rubli was born in Jerusalem and lived in Israel & Switzerland before moving to North Idaho in 2020. A descendant of Jewish-American immigrants who left Bialystock, Poland, & Mogilev, Russia, in 1906, she is honored to be a part of this production. A rising 9th grader at STEM Charter Academy, she is a gold-status Mathlete who enjoys competing in Robotics & singing with the Carta Crescendos. You may have seen her onstage as Judah’s Wife in Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s “Joseph” (Real Life Creative Arts), a Big Kid in “Matilda” (Lake City Playhouse), a Nun/Guest in “The Sound of Music” (Coeur D’Alene Summer Theatre), and The Cat in “Honk Jr.” (STEM Charter). "Thank you to my mother & father for their love & support and to Mr. Clifton for guiding me as a vocalist."
Naomi Rubli was born in Jerusalem and lived in Israel & Switzerland before moving to North Idaho in 2020. A descendant of Jewish-American immigrants who left Bialystock, Poland, & Mogilev, Russia, in 1906, she is honored to be a part of this production. A rising 9th grader at STEM Charter Academy, she is a gold-status Mathlete who enjoys competing in Robotics & singing with the Carta Crescendos. You may have seen her onstage as Judah’s Wife in Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s “Joseph” (Real Life Creative Arts), a Big Kid in “Matilda” (Lake City Playhouse), a Nun/Guest in “The Sound of Music” (Coeur D’Alene Summer Theatre), and The Cat in “Honk Jr.” (STEM Charter). "Thank you to my mother & father for their love & support and to Mr. Clifton for guiding me as a vocalist."
Lily Savage
(Assistant Stage Manager/Little Shop of Horrors)
Lily Savage is so excited to be part of this amazing production! She would like to thank her family, friends, and show mates for their continuous support and love through the process. Her favorite recent productions include The Comedy of Errors (Adriana), National Pastime (Stage Manager) and Dracula (Assistant Stage Manager) at Spokane Civic Theatre and Wild Dust (Denise) for the Upstart Players. She hopes you have a fantastic time at the show!!
Lily Savage is so excited to be part of this amazing production! She would like to thank her family, friends, and show mates for their continuous support and love through the process. Her favorite recent productions include The Comedy of Errors (Adriana), National Pastime (Stage Manager) and Dracula (Assistant Stage Manager) at Spokane Civic Theatre and Wild Dust (Denise) for the Upstart Players. She hopes you have a fantastic time at the show!!
Tamara Schupman
(Yente/Fiddler on the Roof)
Schupman has appeared in over 25 productions with Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. Cherished memories: Eliza/My Fair Lady, Marian/Music Man, Countess/A Little Night Music, Louise/Ragtime, Vi Moore/Footloose, Mmd Dindon/La Cage Aux Folles, Aunt Ella/Oklahoma, and receiving The Inlander Best Supporting Actress Award as the Female Authority Figure in Hairspray. Other work includes Resident Artist for Interplayers Theatre, Spokane Opera, Spokane Symphony, 20+ audio books, Voiceover work and On Air Host for KSPS Public TV, several movie credits, commercials, and 20 years as a choral conductor. Of all her roles, however, the most special is playing The Best YaYa (Grandma) Ever to Alden and Juniper!
Schupman has appeared in over 25 productions with Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. Cherished memories: Eliza/My Fair Lady, Marian/Music Man, Countess/A Little Night Music, Louise/Ragtime, Vi Moore/Footloose, Mmd Dindon/La Cage Aux Folles, Aunt Ella/Oklahoma, and receiving The Inlander Best Supporting Actress Award as the Female Authority Figure in Hairspray. Other work includes Resident Artist for Interplayers Theatre, Spokane Opera, Spokane Symphony, 20+ audio books, Voiceover work and On Air Host for KSPS Public TV, several movie credits, commercials, and 20 years as a choral conductor. Of all her roles, however, the most special is playing The Best YaYa (Grandma) Ever to Alden and Juniper!
Paul Sciarrio
(Backstage Crew/The Secret Garden; Lead Puppeteer/Little Shop of Horrors)
I have worked in theater for the majority of my life, my previous work with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater is I worked sound for Pride and Prejudice the musical. The rest of my theatrical credit lies on the stage in many shows I've performed in such as Mouse Trap, Puffs, Assassins, You Can't Take it With You, the Pajama Game, and Little Shop of Horrors for example. I've also worked as a stage manager for shows like Frozen Jr., Elf Jr., and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. I love the Theatrical arts because you help people escape into a world for pure imagination and fantasy. So I'm happy to be here once again with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater.
I have worked in theater for the majority of my life, my previous work with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater is I worked sound for Pride and Prejudice the musical. The rest of my theatrical credit lies on the stage in many shows I've performed in such as Mouse Trap, Puffs, Assassins, You Can't Take it With You, the Pajama Game, and Little Shop of Horrors for example. I've also worked as a stage manager for shows like Frozen Jr., Elf Jr., and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. I love the Theatrical arts because you help people escape into a world for pure imagination and fantasy. So I'm happy to be here once again with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater.
Jamie Sciarrio
(Props Master)
I give all the credit for my theatrical career to my parents. They both saw my active/creative nature and signed me up for Sports, Shop, Dance & Home Ec. I started my acting/directing career while serving as a missionary with the Covenant Players, touring the globe for 6 years. Since returning home in 2000, I honed these skills as well as Stage Management at SFCC and then at Whitworth, where I earned my Teaching degree. I have worked both onstage and off with the Spokane Civic Theater, Interplayers, Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre, TAC at the Lake and
most notably CDAACT, a local theatre for Actors with Special Needs. Www.cdaact.com
I give all the credit for my theatrical career to my parents. They both saw my active/creative nature and signed me up for Sports, Shop, Dance & Home Ec. I started my acting/directing career while serving as a missionary with the Covenant Players, touring the globe for 6 years. Since returning home in 2000, I honed these skills as well as Stage Management at SFCC and then at Whitworth, where I earned my Teaching degree. I have worked both onstage and off with the Spokane Civic Theater, Interplayers, Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre, TAC at the Lake and
most notably CDAACT, a local theatre for Actors with Special Needs. Www.cdaact.com
Declan Sheehan
(Puppeteer 3/Little Shop of Horrors)
Declan is excited to be a part of this production! Based in Spokane, this is his first time working with Couer d'Alene Summer Theatre, and he hopes to continue working with this lovely organization in the future. He has had a love of puppets and is thrilled to be sharing that love with the audience. His most recent credit was as Kurt Kelly in Spokane Civic Theatre's production of Heathers. He'd like to thank his friends and his parents for their support, and he thanks you for supporting the show!
Declan is excited to be a part of this production! Based in Spokane, this is his first time working with Couer d'Alene Summer Theatre, and he hopes to continue working with this lovely organization in the future. He has had a love of puppets and is thrilled to be sharing that love with the audience. His most recent credit was as Kurt Kelly in Spokane Civic Theatre's production of Heathers. He'd like to thank his friends and his parents for their support, and he thanks you for supporting the show!
Timothy Shenton
(NIC Lead Event Technician)
Alana Shepherd
(Lighting Designer)
Alana is an award-winning theatrical and architectural lighting designer. She is the current Visiting Assistant Professor of Lighting Design at the University of Idaho, and she serves as the Resident Lighting Designer for Stage Left Theater in Spokane, Washington. She received her Master of Fine Arts in Lighting Design from Carnegie Mellon University. Before returning to her hometown of Spokane in 2021, she was a part of the New York City architectural lighting world for 15 years. Notable architectural projects include: Harriet Tubman Monument, Times Square Ball, W Hotel Times Square, Thompson Hotel Miami Beach. Recent stage productions include Fun Home, Amélie, Pass Over, Sweeney Todd, Sondheim on Sondheim, and According to Coyote.
Alana is an award-winning theatrical and architectural lighting designer. She is the current Visiting Assistant Professor of Lighting Design at the University of Idaho, and she serves as the Resident Lighting Designer for Stage Left Theater in Spokane, Washington. She received her Master of Fine Arts in Lighting Design from Carnegie Mellon University. Before returning to her hometown of Spokane in 2021, she was a part of the New York City architectural lighting world for 15 years. Notable architectural projects include: Harriet Tubman Monument, Times Square Ball, W Hotel Times Square, Thompson Hotel Miami Beach. Recent stage productions include Fun Home, Amélie, Pass Over, Sweeney Todd, Sondheim on Sondheim, and According to Coyote.
Jenny Shotwell
(Lily Craven/The Secret Garden)
Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater; Maria in Sound of Music. She is thrilled to get to play this gorgeous role in one of her favorite musicals. Favorite roles of opera and musical theater; Josephine; HMS Pinafore (Seattle G&S), Marie; La Fille Du Regiment (Tacoma & Skagit Opera), Rosemary; How to Succeed (TMP), The Ragazza; A Room with a View (5th Avenue Theater). An original cast member of A Christmas Story (5th Avenue Theater) including the original cast recording (Sony). Studio Cast Recording of Yankee Doodle Dandee, National Anthem for Seahawks, Mariners, Seattle Storm. Around CDA; Ellen Travolta Christmas Show, I Love a Piano (original cabaret). What a joy to sing and play with my son, Clark! To little sister Skye; we love you!
Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater; Maria in Sound of Music. She is thrilled to get to play this gorgeous role in one of her favorite musicals. Favorite roles of opera and musical theater; Josephine; HMS Pinafore (Seattle G&S), Marie; La Fille Du Regiment (Tacoma & Skagit Opera), Rosemary; How to Succeed (TMP), The Ragazza; A Room with a View (5th Avenue Theater). An original cast member of A Christmas Story (5th Avenue Theater) including the original cast recording (Sony). Studio Cast Recording of Yankee Doodle Dandee, National Anthem for Seahawks, Mariners, Seattle Storm. Around CDA; Ellen Travolta Christmas Show, I Love a Piano (original cabaret). What a joy to sing and play with my son, Clark! To little sister Skye; we love you!
Clark Shotwell
(Colin Craven/The Secret Garden)
Clark Shotwell is so very excited to be joining this production in his first full length musical - and especially with his mom! Clark is no stranger to performing, he was the “special guest” extraordinaire in Ellen Travolta’s Christmas Cabaret this past December, showcasing his piano and singing. Clark has been playing the piano since he was three years old and is truly an exceptional player. Other performances include Aspire Christmas (2020) and numerous piano recitals and church events. Clark attends Kootenai Classical Academy and will be going into the third grade. When not playing the piano or singing he loves to play with his sister Skye and his neighborhood friends, jump on the trampoline, read, and show off his ninja skills.
Clark Shotwell is so very excited to be joining this production in his first full length musical - and especially with his mom! Clark is no stranger to performing, he was the “special guest” extraordinaire in Ellen Travolta’s Christmas Cabaret this past December, showcasing his piano and singing. Clark has been playing the piano since he was three years old and is truly an exceptional player. Other performances include Aspire Christmas (2020) and numerous piano recitals and church events. Clark attends Kootenai Classical Academy and will be going into the third grade. When not playing the piano or singing he loves to play with his sister Skye and his neighborhood friends, jump on the trampoline, read, and show off his ninja skills.
Dawn Simmons
(Rose Lennox/The Secret Garden)
Dawn Simmons (Rose) Last seen with CST as Lady Catherine (Pride & Prejudice), Ethel (Footloose), & Aunt March (Little Women). Contracts on cruise ships, an Equity tour, and her long career as an in-demand Fortune 500 corporate speaker, has taken her around the globe. She trained in classical voice at CU-Boulder & acting studies at the Beverly Hills Playhouse in LA. Favorite roles include Amalia She Loves Me, Rosa Bud The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Cinderella Into the Woods, and anything Sondheim! Dawn is also a real estate investor and inventor of a patented holiday product.
Dawn Simmons (Rose) Last seen with CST as Lady Catherine (Pride & Prejudice), Ethel (Footloose), & Aunt March (Little Women). Contracts on cruise ships, an Equity tour, and her long career as an in-demand Fortune 500 corporate speaker, has taken her around the globe. She trained in classical voice at CU-Boulder & acting studies at the Beverly Hills Playhouse in LA. Favorite roles include Amalia She Loves Me, Rosa Bud The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Cinderella Into the Woods, and anything Sondheim! Dawn is also a real estate investor and inventor of a patented holiday product.
Krystin Skidmore
(Claire Holmes, Ensemble/The Secret Garden)
Krystin Skidmore is thrilled to return to Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. A California native, she received her Master of Music in Opera Performance from Wichita State University. She has had the opportunity to perform across Europe, North, and South America in musicals, recitals, concerts, and operas. Favorite performances include Charlotte Lucas (Pride and Prejudice), Chris (Rumors), Gretchen (Boeing Boeing), Pam (The Full Monty), Ginger (The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas), Mrs. Jones (Street Scene), Marcellina (Le Nozze di Figaro), the Mother (Amahl and the Night Visitors) and singing “Let it Go” in concert with the Disney Orchestra. When not performing, she crochets, collects autographed books, and plays tabletop games with her family. Love you infinity and beyond, M!
Krystin Skidmore is thrilled to return to Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. A California native, she received her Master of Music in Opera Performance from Wichita State University. She has had the opportunity to perform across Europe, North, and South America in musicals, recitals, concerts, and operas. Favorite performances include Charlotte Lucas (Pride and Prejudice), Chris (Rumors), Gretchen (Boeing Boeing), Pam (The Full Monty), Ginger (The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas), Mrs. Jones (Street Scene), Marcellina (Le Nozze di Figaro), the Mother (Amahl and the Night Visitors) and singing “Let it Go” in concert with the Disney Orchestra. When not performing, she crochets, collects autographed books, and plays tabletop games with her family. Love you infinity and beyond, M!
Rona Smith
(Backstage Crew/Little Shop of Horrors)
Rona Smith is a theater major at Southern Oregon University, on the Stage-management track. She has worked on the SM team for their productions of the wolves, and Pericles. She also worked as a Stage manager in high school at LC for Spongebob and Legally blonde. She is incredibly excited to be joining the Coeur d'Alene Summer theatere
for the first time.
Rona Smith is a theater major at Southern Oregon University, on the Stage-management track. She has worked on the SM team for their productions of the wolves, and Pericles. She also worked as a Stage manager in high school at LC for Spongebob and Legally blonde. She is incredibly excited to be joining the Coeur d'Alene Summer theatere
for the first time.
Johanna Specht
(Costume Assistant, Stitcher)
Johanna has been a stitcher for the Gonzaga University Theater and Dance Department for 3 years. She has worked as a wardrobe supervisor on Gonzaga’s fall 2023 production of Spring Awakening and was the costume designer on the dance department’s Musical Theater Dance Review in spring 2023. Johanna is pursuing a career in costume design. This is her first season with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater.
Johanna has been a stitcher for the Gonzaga University Theater and Dance Department for 3 years. She has worked as a wardrobe supervisor on Gonzaga’s fall 2023 production of Spring Awakening and was the costume designer on the dance department’s Musical Theater Dance Review in spring 2023. Johanna is pursuing a career in costume design. This is her first season with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater.
Rebecca Stamm
(Violin/Fiddler on the Roof; Violin/The Secret Garden)
Hannah Strickland
(Spot Operator)
Howdy! My name is Hannah Strickland and I am honored to be back at CST for the 2024 season! I consider myself an artist of many mediums. My work spans from painting and sculpting, all the way to acting and singing! You may have seen me recently as Lydia Bennet in "Pride v. Prejudice", or Lillian Troy in "I Hate Hamlet" at North Idaho College. You also might have seen some of my artwork in Art on the Green last summer! I can't wait to be your spotlight operator this season!
Howdy! My name is Hannah Strickland and I am honored to be back at CST for the 2024 season! I consider myself an artist of many mediums. My work spans from painting and sculpting, all the way to acting and singing! You may have seen me recently as Lydia Bennet in "Pride v. Prejudice", or Lillian Troy in "I Hate Hamlet" at North Idaho College. You also might have seen some of my artwork in Art on the Green last summer! I can't wait to be your spotlight operator this season!
David Stultz
(Trombone/Fiddler on the Roof)
Bryan Swenland
(Drums/Little Shop of Horrors)
Emilia Tilleman
(Assistant Stage Manager/Fiddler on the Roof and Puppeteer/Little Shop of Horrors)
This is Emelia Tilleman’s first season with Coeur D’ Alene Summer Theatre. She is a 2023 Graduate of Gonzaga Preparatory School in Spokane. She has been involved in many productions in the Spokane area, including Addams Family, Clue and Working. Emelia is currently a student at the University of Montana in the Bachelor of Fine Arts Musical Theatre Program. Her college performances include Cobweb from A Midsummer Night’s Dream and the upcoming role as Cinderella’s Stepmother from Into the Woods. This season she will be growing her experience by taking on the role of Assistant Stage Manager for Fiddler on the Roof as well as honing her puppeteer skills in Little Shop of Horrors
This is Emelia Tilleman’s first season with Coeur D’ Alene Summer Theatre. She is a 2023 Graduate of Gonzaga Preparatory School in Spokane. She has been involved in many productions in the Spokane area, including Addams Family, Clue and Working. Emelia is currently a student at the University of Montana in the Bachelor of Fine Arts Musical Theatre Program. Her college performances include Cobweb from A Midsummer Night’s Dream and the upcoming role as Cinderella’s Stepmother from Into the Woods. This season she will be growing her experience by taking on the role of Assistant Stage Manager for Fiddler on the Roof as well as honing her puppeteer skills in Little Shop of Horrors
Merilee Updike
(Clarinet/Fiddler on the Roof)
Roger Welch
(Ben Weatherstaff/The Secret Garden; Director, Choreographer/Little Shop of Horrors)
Mr Welch served as the Producing Artistic Director for the Award Winning Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre for 20 years directing, choreographing and producing over 100 Broadway Musicals: Mr. Welch has received the prestigious Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts as well as The Mayor's Award for Artistic Achievement. Roger is a proud member of The Screen Actors Guild. Mr. Welch has choreographed, directed, or performed for The Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Stumptown Stages in Portland,Oregon, Seattle’s Village Theatre, Spokane's Interplayers, The Seattle Opera, Oregon Children's Theatre and Missoula Children's Theatre to name a few.
Mr Welch served as the Producing Artistic Director for the Award Winning Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre for 20 years directing, choreographing and producing over 100 Broadway Musicals: Mr. Welch has received the prestigious Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts as well as The Mayor's Award for Artistic Achievement. Roger is a proud member of The Screen Actors Guild. Mr. Welch has choreographed, directed, or performed for The Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Stumptown Stages in Portland,Oregon, Seattle’s Village Theatre, Spokane's Interplayers, The Seattle Opera, Oregon Children's Theatre and Missoula Children's Theatre to name a few.
Jon Williams
(Percussion/Fiddler on the Roof)
C. Scott Wilde
(Dresser/Fiddler on the Roof; Season Carpenter)
Scott Wilde Is college freshmen Studying Engineering at the University Of Idaho. He has done almost everything to do backstage in a production and been involved in theater since a young age. He is excited to join Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre and begin what will hopefully be a tradition of coming here during the summer seasons.
Scott Wilde Is college freshmen Studying Engineering at the University Of Idaho. He has done almost everything to do backstage in a production and been involved in theater since a young age. He is excited to join Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre and begin what will hopefully be a tradition of coming here during the summer seasons.
Cale Wilponen
(Schloime (Villager, Bottle Dancer), Boris (Russian Soldier)/Fiddler on the Roof)
Cale Wilponen has been on stage since the age of 4. He started with dancing and did that for almost ten years while doing shows such as High School Musical 2, Mary Poppins, and The Wizard of Oz with the Lewiston Civic Theater in between. Since then he has been in four productions with his middle school and over eight with the Lewiston High School drama club in roles such as the Beast in Beauty and the Beast, Harry Witherspoon in Lucky Stiff, and Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream. He has also appeared in roles such as J. Finch Fletchley in Puffs and Eugene Florczyk in Grease with the Lewiston Civic Theater.
Cale Wilponen has been on stage since the age of 4. He started with dancing and did that for almost ten years while doing shows such as High School Musical 2, Mary Poppins, and The Wizard of Oz with the Lewiston Civic Theater in between. Since then he has been in four productions with his middle school and over eight with the Lewiston High School drama club in roles such as the Beast in Beauty and the Beast, Harry Witherspoon in Lucky Stiff, and Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream. He has also appeared in roles such as J. Finch Fletchley in Puffs and Eugene Florczyk in Grease with the Lewiston Civic Theater.
Eli Wissing
Chaim (Villager, Bottle Dancer), Yuri (Russian Dancer)/Fiddler on the Roof)
Eli Wissing (Chaim/Yuri) is an incoming freshman at Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane and is thrilled to be in Fiddler on the Roof - his first CST production. Recent roles include Jesse Tuck in Tuck Everlasting at Spokane Children's Theatre, Arpad Laszlo in She Loves Me at Spokane Civic Theatre, Tobias Ragg in Sweeney Todd at Stage Left, and Les in Newsies at Spokane Valley Summer Theatre. Eli thanks his crazy drama family, especially his sister, for making him fall in love with theatre and the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre production team for trusting him with a bottle on his head. L'chaim!
Eli Wissing (Chaim/Yuri) is an incoming freshman at Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane and is thrilled to be in Fiddler on the Roof - his first CST production. Recent roles include Jesse Tuck in Tuck Everlasting at Spokane Children's Theatre, Arpad Laszlo in She Loves Me at Spokane Civic Theatre, Tobias Ragg in Sweeney Todd at Stage Left, and Les in Newsies at Spokane Valley Summer Theatre. Eli thanks his crazy drama family, especially his sister, for making him fall in love with theatre and the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre production team for trusting him with a bottle on his head. L'chaim!
Erin Wissing
(Assistant Stage Manager/Fiddler on the Roof)
Erin is thrilled to make her Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre debut as the Assistant Stage Manager for The Secret Garden. Recent credits include directing Puffs at Grace Alliance Christian School and stage managing the Wizard of Oz at Spokane Civic Theatre. When not creating spreadsheets for theatre productions, Erin can be found running lines with her son, making craft services for her daughter's various film crews, or listening to her husband rant about the importance of mic placement. Erin would like to thank her wacky theatre family for always supporting her.
Erin is thrilled to make her Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre debut as the Assistant Stage Manager for The Secret Garden. Recent credits include directing Puffs at Grace Alliance Christian School and stage managing the Wizard of Oz at Spokane Civic Theatre. When not creating spreadsheets for theatre productions, Erin can be found running lines with her son, making craft services for her daughter's various film crews, or listening to her husband rant about the importance of mic placement. Erin would like to thank her wacky theatre family for always supporting her.
Jeremy Wissing
(Audio Assistant/Fiddler on the Roof)
I am excited for my first time involvement with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. My most recent shows were running sound for Cats and Amadeus at the Spokane Civic Theatre. I have also run sound for Addams Family at University High School. One of my favorite experiences last season was playing Mr. Mayor in Seussical the Musical alongside my actual wife who played Mrs. Mayor at Spokane Children's Theatre. I am thankful that both my wife and kids all share a common love for the theatre arts.
I am excited for my first time involvement with Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre. My most recent shows were running sound for Cats and Amadeus at the Spokane Civic Theatre. I have also run sound for Addams Family at University High School. One of my favorite experiences last season was playing Mr. Mayor in Seussical the Musical alongside my actual wife who played Mrs. Mayor at Spokane Children's Theatre. I am thankful that both my wife and kids all share a common love for the theatre arts.
Carrie York
(Spot Operator)
Carrie Anne York enjoys working both backstage and onstage - from creating props to running spotlights or pulling a curtain, and occasional onstage appearances, she is always excited and thankful to have the opportunities to be a part of such fun and talented groups! All Glory and Thanks go to God!
Carrie Anne York enjoys working both backstage and onstage - from creating props to running spotlights or pulling a curtain, and occasional onstage appearances, she is always excited and thankful to have the opportunities to be a part of such fun and talented groups! All Glory and Thanks go to God!
Harmony Farness Young
(Bass/The Secret Garden)
Timothy Zilar
(Guitar/Fiddler on the Roof; Guitar/Little Shop of Horrors)
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