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There is no other job quite like this one.

During their week-long residencies throughout the continent and beyond, MCT Tour Actor/Directors serve as ambassadors for the arts – especially the theatre. They have the joy of directing and performing as well as the adventure of travel. Simply put, they have the opportunity and the privilege to change the lives of thousands of young people by carrying out MCT’s Mission.

Current Tour Actor/Directors

Abby Delanoix

Abby is over the moon to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is from the small town of Denham Springs, Louisiana. She is a graduate of Northwestern University with a degree in theatre performance and directing. Her favorite show credits include lighting designer for Sondheim on Sondheim and Henriette in The Learned Ladies by Molière. She would like to thank all of the professors and friends who have helped shape her into the performer and person she is today!

Abigail Coats

Abigail is a proud graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham where she earned her BFA in musical theatre. She has spent the last few years working as an actor/combatant/dancer at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama in Cherokee, North Carolina. She has also appeared in shows such as Into the Woods and UAB’s Heroes vs. Villains tour. She loves to hike and read, as well as teach yoga on the side.

Abigail Marine

Abigail Marine is delighted to be hitting the road with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! A native of Oregon, Abigail studied music education and opera at Portland State University. Some of her favorite stage credits include Princess Pamina in The Magic Flute, the Fairy Godmother in Cinderella, and William Shakespeare in Something Rotten!. Abigail made her stage debut at just five years old in an MCT production of The Little Mermaid – and now, she’s come full circle as a Tour Actor/Director with the very company that sparked her love for theatre. Over the years, her family also had the joy of hosting several MCT Tour Actor/Directors, making this experience a heartfelt return to her roots. She is honored to help inspire the next generation of young performers and is deeply grateful to her family for their unwavering love and support.

Adison Schwab

Adison Schwab is a graduate of Catawba College with a BFA in performance and is originally from Lyman, South Carolina. Favorite show credits include Ilse in Spring Awakening, Margaret in Carrie: The Musical, and Margaret in Silent Sky. She is thrilled to be joining the Missoula Children’s Theatre and can’t wait to share the magic of theatre with young performers across the country. When she’s not on stage, Adison enjoys reading, writing, and tabletop games like Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering. She would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their constant love and support.

Ajaya Kennedy

Ajaya is excited to return for her second tour with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a graduate of Chattanooga State Community College with an associate’s degree in theatre performance and is currently working on her BA in theatre education at the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga.

Alessia Prenda

Alessia is excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre. She is a recent graduate of Rollins College with degrees in theatre arts and anthropology. She spent her senior year conducting interviews with dance students for her thesis on the importance of performing arts programs and is super passionate about advocating for access to the arts for all kids. Her favorite show credits include Jo March in Little Women the Musical, Carol Cratchit in the original workshop production of A Halloween Carol, and Lucinda in Into the Woods. She would like to thank all the kind people who have helped her along the way to pursuing her passions and continue to support her today.

Alyssa Vogt

Alyssa is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! She is a recent graduate of High Point University with dual degrees in theatre and music. Her favorite show credits include Irene Malloy in Hello, Dolly!, Alice in The Addams Family, and director of Sister Act Jr. at the Knoxville Children’s Theatre. She would like to thanks all the friends, family, and mentors who encouraged her to pursue her dreams and made her who she is today!

Arden Ogilvie

Arden is beyond excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a graduate of the Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College where she earned her BFA in musical theatre. Favorite show credits include Madame de la Grande Bouche in Beauty and the Beast, Actress 1 in Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville, and the director of The Cover of Life. You can find Arden writing songs, thrifting, listening to new music, or on a hike. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support, her dog Faye for always putting a smile on her face, and Thai food for making her dreams possible.

Ari Aviles

Ari is beyond excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre again! Ari graduated from the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts with a degree in theatre and musical performance. She has performed all over in different theme parks and stages like Dollywood, Hershey Park, and Legoland. Ari was born and raised in Oviedo, FL and she loves nature, trails, mountains, and beaches. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support in her travels.

Ari Theodore

Ari is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! He graduated from the University of South Alabama with a double major in drama and English with a concentration in professional writing. He loves reading and writing and can play the guitar. Some of his show credits include Jack Worthing in The Importance of Being Earnest, Dromio of Syracuse in The Comedy of Errors, and The Magistrate in Fools. He would like to thank his family, friends, and mentors for providing encouragement every step of the way.

Audra Tibbit

Audra is thrilled to continue touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a graduate of Southern Arkansas University with degrees in musical theatre and history. Her favorite show credits include Ellie in Freak Friday, Jennie Mae in The Diviners, and Thea in Spring Awakening. She would like to thank her family and friends for all of their unwavering support.

Audrey Turnage

Audrey is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Originally from Livonia, Michigan, she recently graduated from The Hartt School in West Hartford, Connecticut with a BFA in musical theatre. Her favorite show credits include Lilli Vanessi/Katherine in Kiss Me, Kate, Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins, and director/writer/producer of her senior honors production Paradise. Outside of theatre, she enjoys lifting at the gym, crocheting, baking, and spending time with her cats. She would like to thank her mom, dad, sister, and family for supporting her passions. She also wants to thank her friends for always being her biggest cheerleaders!

Austin Plunkett

Austin is a graduate of Southern Arkansas University with a BFA in theatre with a focus in directing. He is originally from Texarkana, TX but has traveled extensively. In his spare time, Austin loves to read, see cool new sights, and spend time with friends. He is so excited to be back touring with MCT again after taking a break. Some of Austin’s favorite show credits are the director of The Last Five Years, Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, and Dr. Hire in Secret Soldiers. He would like to thank his friends and family for supporting him, and his fiancé for always standing beside him.

Ava Schorr

Ava is so excited to be back on the road with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a graduate of Northwestern State University with a BFA in musical theatre and has been a part of numerous shows that range from Cabaret to The Learned Ladies to Goosebumps: The Musical! She enjoys art of every genre and loves outdoor activities. She would like to thank her family, friends, and cat for all of their support!

Becca Kaylor

Becca is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! She is a rising senior at Florida Southern College, currently pursuing a BFA in musical theatre and a BS in communications. Some past credits include Professor Van Helsing in Dracula, Josephine Strong in Urinetown, and assistant director of Something Rotten. She would like to thank her family, friends, and professors for their endless support and encouragement.

Caden Tate

Caden is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, he is so excited to bring a little bit of his southern energy around the country this summer! Caden is currently a senior at The University of Utah, where he is working toward gaining his BFA in musical theatre. Past show credits include Tobias in Sweeney Todd, Cinderella’s Prince in Into the Woods, and a series regular role in Disney+’s The Quest. When he’s not performing, you can find Caden reading tarot cards or watching reality TV!

Care Caldwell

Care is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre again this summer! Care is a rising senior at Slippery Rock University where they are getting their BFA in musical theatre. Some favorite show credits include Junie B. Jones in Junie B. Jones the Musical and assistant director of The Winter’s Tale. When they are not performing or directing, Care enjoys cooking, thrifting, and scrapbooking. Care would like to thank all of their friends for their never-ending love and support!

Carina Rae Hoelscher

Carina is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a rising senior musical theatre major with a dance minor at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA with a passion for comedy, running, film acting, and smoothie bowl making! Her favorite show credits include Madame Thenardier in Les Miserables, Domina in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Snout/Mustardseed in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and ensemble/Stevie US in the London workshop of the new musical Winner. She is so thankful to her family, kitties (Sassy and Dopey), friends, and teachers for their love and support. She cannot wait to spread the joy of theatre!

Catherine Dewberry

Catherine is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! Catherine is a rising senior at Florida Southern College where she is a double major in musical theatre and business administration with a minor in dance. Previous credits include being a dancer/swing in V.I.M Dance Party at Legoland Florida, singer/dancer/swing at Kentucky Kingdom Theme and Water Park, and dance ensemble in Pippin at Florida Southern College. Catherine would like to thank her family, friends, and every teacher and mentor who helped get her to where she is today.

Chloé Law

Chloé is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! She is originally from North Carolina but now lives in NYC and is a rising senior at Marymount Manhattan College, where she is earning a BFA in musical theatre. Previous credits include Campbell in Bring It On: The Musical at Spring Theatre, Dogberry in Much Ado About Nothing at MMC, and Constance in Ride the Cyclone at the Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance. She also recently wrote the music and lyrics for a new show titled The Very Last Talent Show on Earth to Ever Happen Ever, which debuted at Marymount Manhattan College in the spring. She is excited to begin this tour and wants to thank her family and friends for all of their support.

Connor Gerhart

Connor is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! He is a graduate from Texas Tech University with a BFA in musical theatre. He is also fluent in American Sign Language. Some of his favorite show credits include Davey in Newsies, Brad in Hairspray, and Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (ballet). He would like to thank his many educators for their endless love and support!

Dakota Wayne

Dakota Wayne is an actor/designer from Tipton, IA. A recent graduate of Drake University in Des Moines with a BFA in musical theatre, he has performed and taught all over the country! Some recent credits include Laurie in Little Women (he also designed the lighting for this production!), Julius Caesar in Julius Caesar, and Professor Callahan in Legally Blonde. He wants to thank his parents for always supporting him, and his friends for making time for him, even when he is in rehearsal!

Dylan Hearley

Dylan is incredibly excited to once again be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre. Born and raised in Oshkosh, WI, she is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Steven’s Point with a BFA in musical theatre. Dylan’s most recent venture was with the Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival where they played Snout the Tinker in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, as well as wrote and performed with the Merely Players Troupe. Some of Dylan’s interests include trading card games, soccer, and listening to music whenever possible. Dylan would like to thank her biggest supporters – her mother, sister, and adorable dogs back home!

Elicia Shadrake

Elicia Shadrake is so excited to start her first professional theatre job with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a recent graduate of Central Michigan University and received a BFA in musical theatre. She grew up in the Orlando, FL area but has family throughout the Midwest! Some of her favorite credits include Stepmother in Into the Woods, Nurse in The Last of the Dragons, and was a proud co-captain of the Trap Door Improv Troupe at CMU for two years. Elicia loves reality TV (especially Survivor!), hibachi restaurants, music, and making new friends. She wants to thank her parents, family, friends, and professors for their support as she starts her post-grad journey!

Ella Drake

Ella is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Some of Ella’s favorite past experiences include working as a party princess with Enchanted Events, teaching dance at Fly North Theatricals, and recently participating in a production of Legally Blonde with Tesseract Theatre Company. Outside of working in the arts, she loves to run, be outside, and read. As much as she enjoys traveling, Ella loves her home back in St. Louis, Missouri where her family lives. She is grateful to the team at the Missoula Children’s Theatre for this great opportunity to spread the joy of theatre wherever she goes!

Hailey Fernandes

Hailey is super excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! Originally from Farmington, Minnesota, Hailey will be attending her fourth year at Viterbo University in LaCrosse, Wisconsin where she is pursuing her BFA in musical theatre with a minor in stage management. Some of her credits at Viterbo include The Spongebob Musical, Antigone, and stage managing Little Women. She loves to hang out and play games with her roommates and friends, visit coffee shops, and participate in some late-night karaoke in her apartment. She would like to thank her family, friends, professors, and roommates for always being there for her and pushing her to be her best.

Halle Ortego

Halle Ortego hopes to bring the southern charm in her time touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a current student at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana, studying theatre performance. Her favorite show credits include Jane Doe in Ride the Cyclone, Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music, and Iago in Aladdin. She would like to thank her amazing support system of friends and family, as well has her two furry children Rajah (her golden retriever) and Vinny Van Gogh (her one-eared cat).

Hannah Moss

Hannah is so stoked for this adventure with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She graduated from the University of Alabama-Birmingham, where she earned her degree in musical theatre. Some of her favorite show credits include Julia in The Two Gentlemen of Verona, John Bechdel in Fun Home, and Hannah (yep, that’s right!) in Freaky Friday. She is originally from Pasadena, California and some of her favorite activities include puzzling, hiking, and dancing! Hannah would like to thank her friends, teachers, and family for their continued love and support!

Inis Dixon

Inis is a recent graduate from Young Harris College with a BFA in musical theatre. He is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre and for the opportunity to teach what he has learned studying theatre. Inis enjoys all aspects of the theatre such as acting, music, dance, choreography, and costuming. Some of Inis’ favorite performed roles are Freddy in Working: A Musical, Toby in The Medium, and Gerald in Elephant and Piggie’s We Are in a Play! Inis has also done choreography for multiple shows throughout his career, as well as costuming as an assistant for multiple shows and then head costume designer for David’s Red-Haired Death and The Medium, both at Young Harris College. Inis would like to thank his friends and family for their unwavering support.

Ivy Brooks

Ivy is going into her final year of graduate school at the Savannah College of Art and Design. She is receiving her MFA in acting after earning a BFA in musical theatre with a minor in dance at Mars Hill University in 2025. This is Ivy’s second tour with MCT, previously touring the show Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Ivy moved to Savannah, GA in August for graduate school and teaches theatre at a K-8 school in town where she just finished directing The Wizard of Oz! Ivy loves to perform, teach, and go to the gym.

Jamie Allen

Jamie is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Jamie is a sophomore at Viterbo University’s Conservatory for Performing Arts, studying to earn a BFA in musical theatre. Some of their favorite show credits are Snowy Day at Park Square Theatre, Antigone at Viterbo Conservatory, and Go Girl North with Viterbo’s STP. Jamie has fallen in love with theatre and is excited to dip their toes into directing alongside acting!

Jessica Erkkila

Growing up in New Mexico, the Missoula Children’s Theatre came to her hometown every year as a kid, so this has been Jessica’s dream job for quite some time! She recently graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City and has now set out to share her love of theatre with the world. Some of her favorite roles include Lucy Westerna in Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Sonya in Life Sucks, and Clarisse in Carbon Monoxide the Musical. When not performing, Jessica enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, a good karaoke night, and fantasizing about her perfect vacation. She would like to profusely thank her parents for all the love and support of her passions, and for driving her to rehearsals all her life.

Judy Dixon

Judy is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! From Collierville, Tennessee, she is a graduate of University of Tennessee at Martin with a BFA with a concentration in theatre. Some of her show credits include Caroline in I and You, Mayzie in Seussical, and Mrs. Webb in Our Town. She would like to thank her friends, family, and her mentors who have loved and supported her in her dreams of working in theatre.

Kaity Jones

Kaity Jones is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! Fun fact: Kaity got her start in theatre when the Red Truck Tour came to her hometown in 2010, where she played an orange Chameleon in Robinson Crusoe. Since then, she has received her BFA in acting from Illinois Wesleyan University, and she has been performing consistently for the last 16 years. Recently, she completed an internship with Walt Disney World, where she performed at their iconic Haunted Mansion. Kaity would like to thank her kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Warnock, for urging her to attend that first MCT audition, and her mother for all her love and support.

Kassidy Kampmeier

Kassidy is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Kassidy is from Bemidji, Minnesota and graduated from Viterbo University with a BFA in musical theatre. Some of her favorite credits include Frieda in Carrie, Cedric/Mr. Voldy in Puffs and Swing/Dance Captain in Beauty and the Beast. Off the stage, Kassidy loves crocheting and knitting everything she can! She would like to thank everyone in her life who has always supported her and her love for theatre!

Katie Hayes

Katie is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is graduating May 2027 from Flagler College with a degree in theatre arts and minors in music and education. In addition to performance, she has been teaching children’s theatre throughout the state of Florida for six years. Her favorite show credits include Ariel in The Little Mermaid, Jo March in Little Women, and Ladybug in James and the Giant Peach. She would like to thank her friends and family for their continuous love and support.

Leigha Davidson

Leigha is ecstatic to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Leigha is a graduate of DeSales University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in theatre with a track in musical theatre performance. Some of her favorite show credits include Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland, Katherine Plumber in Newsies, and Fan/Belinda Cratchit in A Christmas Carol. Along with her passion for performing, Leigha enjoys creating jewelry, costuming, and loves working with and teaching children! Leigha wants to thank the Missoula Children’s Theatre for this incredible opportunity, everyone who has supported her along the way, and her friends and family for all the love and support!

Lily Moore

Lily is overjoyed to be going on tour with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! She is originally from Cary, North Carolina and is currently a rising senior at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Lily is pursuing a degree in theatre with a concentration in musical theatre and a minor in arts management. A few of her previous credits include Logainne in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Granny in Into the Woods, and Carol/Salesperson in Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse. Lily would like to thank her family, friends, and teachers for being such an incredible support system.

Maddy Ballard

Maddy is excited to be on tour with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She graduated from Viterbo University with a BFA in acting and a minor in dance. Recent credits include: Director and Choreographer of A Year with Frog and Toad, Anytime Annie in 42nd Street, Silly Girl in Beauty and the Beast. Much love to Mom, Dad and Ben!

Madilynn Rieke

Madilynn is so excited to join the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Red Truck Tour! She was born and raised in Locust Grove, GA and is currently a junior musical theatre major at LaGrange College in LaGrange, GA. Some of her favorite show credits include Ouiser Boudreaux in Steel Magnolias, Little Stone in Eurydice, and assistant stage manager of Little Shop of Horrors. When Madilynn isn’t in the theatre, she enjoys cooking and hiking. She would like to thank her family for their endless support and her amazing professors at LaGrange College.

Madisyn Sallas

Madisyn is excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a current student at Ouachita Baptist University pursuing a BFA in musical theatre. Madisyn has felt drawn to the stage and to the art of storytelling from a very young age. Some of her recent show credits include Shulie in Schoolhouse Rock Live!, Caroline/Amy in Theory of Relativity, and Rapunzel in Into the Woods. She would like to thank her friends and family who have been a source of constant love and encouragement.

Madyn Harris

Madyn is excited to take on this adventure with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Originally from Hamilton, Alabama, she recently graduated from Pittsburg’s Point Park University with a BFA in self-directed theatre arts and a minor in musical theatre. Focusing on a career in playwriting, performing, and puppetry (the three P’s!), Madyn’s favorite credits include Ado Annie in Oklahoma!, performer/playwright/director of her solo show Pretty Princess Kitchen Tales, and Gertrude McFuzz in Seussical. Outside of theatre, most of her time is spent antiquing with her awesome mom, going on solo adventures, and creating new things on her sewing machine! She’d love to give a shoutout to her parents, Macon, Frankie, and Cindy.

Makenzie Couch

Makenzie is so excited to be joining the Missoula Children’s Theatre tour this summer! She is an alum of the University of Northern Colorado, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BFA in musical theatre and a minor in dance. After graduating, Makenzie has split her time between living in Colorado and visiting her family in Arizona. Favorite show credits include Rosa Bud in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Phyllis Dale in 42nd Street, and swing/Beth US in Merrily We Roll Along. Makenzie would like to thank all of her loved ones in Colorado, Arizona, and beyond for their love and support.

Mandi Fielding

Mandi is originally from Long Island, NY but now lives in the small town of Spartansburg, PA. It was MCT coming to her local school that sparked her interest in making theatre her career. She graduated from Huntington University in Huntington, IN with a degree in theatre performance and a minor in music. While there, she played many roles including Grempkin in Peter and the Starcatcher, Julia in The Birds, and Snoopy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Since graduating, she has been in several productions at the Erie Playhouse such as dance ensemble for Something Rotten!, Patchy the Pirate in The SpongeBob Squarepants Musical, and Marie and The Rug in Beauty and The Beast. Along with theatre, Mandi enjoys reading, rollerblading, exploring, sewing, playing instruments, and playing video/board games. She would like to thank her family and friends for the love and support from her first show to going overseas and now touring her fifth show with MCT.

Mason Hall

Mason Hall is an alumnus of Winthrop University with a degree in acting. During his time there, he was involved in a production of Into the Woods, acted in An Enemy of the People, and directed Katie and Frank. He calls the capital of hospitality, South Carolina, his home. He would like to thank the close friends he gained in college as well as his parents for their endless support and kindness in his endeavors.

Maura Gibson

Maura is super excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Maura is currently studying dance and theatre at Slippery Rock University in Western Pennsylvania, where she is developing her craft as an artist. Her favorite show credits include Evie in Descendants the Musical, choreographer of Ride the Cyclone, and swing/assistant dance captain in Seussical the Musical. Off the stage, Maura enjoys reading, going to local coffee shops, and thrifting. She would like to thank her friends and family for encouraging her to do what she loves and to trust the process as a means of following her dreams!

Mayanna Johnson

Mayanna is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is currently studying at East Carolina University where she is getting her BFA in musical theatre and a minor in lighting. A fun fact about Mayanna is that she plays the accordion! Her favorite show credits include Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, Feste in Twelfth Night the Musical, and lighting designer/electrician for Ride the Cyclone. She would like to thank her family for always supporting her and encouraging her to go after her dreams.

Maye Hansen

Maye Hansen is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in theatre performance and is very excited and grateful to be on tour with the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! Maye is a multi-hyphenate theatre artist from the Nashville area and has been involved in various productions since the age of five. Notable regional/educational credits include Tilly in She Kills Monsters, Lady Macbeth in Macbeth, and Amalia Balash in She Loves Me. Endless thanks, as always, to Maye’s wonderful family for their continuous support through thick and thin.

Meadow Franklin

Meadow Franklin, originally from Lynchburg, Virginia, is a theatre performance major with a minor in vocal performance at Old Dominion University. They are thrilled to have the opportunity to tour with the Missoula Children’s Theatre. Their most recent productions were the Virginia premiere of String playing Clotho and A Night at the Theatre, an opera and theatre revue. Meadow is also trained in ballet and is a seamstress for Old Dominion’s costume shop. They would like to thank their mentors and family for all of their support.

Morgan Baily

Morgan is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a recent graduate of West Texas A&M University, where she earned her degree in musical theatre with a minor in dance. Some of her favorite credits include Tabitha/Cheshire Cat in Alice by Heart, Mrs. Gottlieb in Dead Man’s Cell Phone, and Johanna in Sweeney Todd. In her spare time, she loves making banana bread and listening to Laufey! She would like to thank her family and friends for their unwavering support and love!

Morgan Heinzen

Morgan Heinzen is a recent theatre graduate of Northwestern State University with a concentration in performance and directing. She has been in shows such as Cabaret, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, as well as theme park roles. When she isn’t on tour, she can be found in south Louisiana where she enjoys scrapbooking, karaoke, and writing!

Morgan Kelly

Morgan is overjoyed to be joining the Missoula Children’s Theatre this summer! She is a recent graduate of Boise State University with a degree in theatre arts with minors in musical theatre, music, and arts entrepreneurship. When she’s not in the theatre, she loves to travel, take long walks, craft, and sit by the nearest windowsill with a new book! Recent credits include Marty in Grease, Lysistrata in Lysistrata, and Maria in The Sound of Music. She would like to thank her close friends and family back home in Boise for their never-ending support.

Mya Barber

Mya is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre again! She is a graduate of the University of Kentucky with a degree in theatre and a degree in human communication. Her favorite show credits include Primary Trust, Footloose, and MCT’s Hansel and Gretel. She would like to thank her family for their endless support, and God for His boundless love and guidance.

Nikki Stone

Nikki is excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre again! She holds an MFA in performing arts from Savannah College of Art and Design and a BA in theatre arts from Lagrange College. Past credits include Fanny in On The Verge: or the Geography of Yearning, Desdemona in Othello, and Dionyza in Pericles. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support and encouragement.

Nolan Davidson

Nolan is thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! He is a graduate of DeSales University with a degree in theatre performance and business. Favorite credits include Morris Delancey in Newsies, Alex in Madagascar, and Swing for Saturday Night Fever. He would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support. Carpe Diem!

Owen McManus

Owen is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Born in California but raised in Huntsville, Alabama, he is a recent graduate of University of Alabama at Birmingham with a BA in theatre with a performance concentration. Favorite show credits include Don in the world premiere of Don’t Ask, Polixenes/Antigonus in The Winter’s Tale, and Arlequin in The Commedia Princess and the Pea. When not onstage, Owen’s hobbies include playing board games and D&D, baking, and sitting down with a good book and a hot cup of tea. He would like to thank all of the family, friends, and teachers who have supported and encouraged him along his artistic journey.

Phoebe Mock

Phoebe is so excited to be on tour with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is originally from Kansas City and is a recent graduate of Otterbein University, where she received a BFA in musical theatre with a minor in dance. She recently finished choreographing Mamma Mia at The Renaissance Theatre where she also played Tanya in the production. Phoebe would like to thank her family for their support and is missing her cat, Daphne!

Quincee Stamps

Quincee is delighted to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a recent graduate of James Madison University with a degree in theatre with a concentration in performance and a minor in dance. When she is not participating in something theatre-related, you can find her enjoying a good murder mystery book or crocheting. Favorite show credits include ensemble in Jesus Christ Superstar and associate choreographer for a production of Pippin. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support – without them, this wouldn’t be possible!

Rachel Weiner

Rachel is ecstatic to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is from New Jersey but moved with her family to Marco Island, Florida almost 6 years ago! She is going into her senior year at Florida Southern College obtaining her BFA in musical theatre! Her most recent credits are Ensemble in Pippin, Dr. Billeaux in Urinetown, and The Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods! Some of her interests include graphic design and public relations for social media, hanging out with her friends, and exploring new places! She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless love, support, and guidance through life!

Ray Barber

Ray is excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Born near Houston, Ray is a recent graduate of West Texas A&M University with a degree in musical theatre. He also recently worked with Florida Studio Theatre as an acting apprentice. Recent show credits include Performer is a two-actor tour of Snow White, Man 1 understudy in Lucky Stiff, and Ezra in TEXAS! Outdoor Musical. He would like to thank his family and friends who supported and inspired him on his journey to getting here and looks forward to inspiring others to fall in love with theatre.

Riley Deel

Riley is so excited to be a part of the MCT family! Riley attended Gordon State College as a fine and performing arts major and has been performing since he was the same age as some of his students! He has performed in roles such as Mr. Tumnus in The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, Charles Condomine in Blithe Spirit, Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and many more! Riley spent the summers of 2024 and 2025 as an instructor at the Springer Theatre Academy at the Springer Opera House in Columbus, GA. He cannot wait to expand his résumé and gain many new experiences across the country.

Rosie Allenson

Rosie is thrilled to be touring with MCT again after touring this year on Cinderella. They originally hail from the Midwest, but now live in the Big Apple, where they studied drama at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Among her favorite credits are Piggie in Elephant and Piggie’s We Are in a Play!, Gidra in Interstellar Cinderella, and The Business Woman in Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus. Rosie loves a good book, geeking out about Shakespeare, and clowns (she herself performs as a clown now and again). They want to extend a heartfelt thank you to mom, dad, Tabitha, and of course, Meryl Streep.

Saarung Soomro

Saarung is ecstatic to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Born and raised in northern Virginia, he found his fierce passion for theatre at Broad Run High School by pure chance and strives to help others find theirs. Favorite show credits include Dewey Finn in School of Rock, Aladdin in Aladdin, and being a teaching artist for The Little Mermaid. When he’s not on stage, you can find him playing board games at the nearest table. He would like to thank his family, mentors, and friends for their unwavering support, belief, and guidance.

Samantha Hartsook

Samantha is so excited to join the Missoula Children’s Theatre Red Truck Tour! She is currently seeking her BFA in theatre for youth: performance and teaching artistry along with a minor in race, ethnicity, and social justice at Samford University. Some of her favorite credits include Aunty Em/Fury/Ensemble/Puppeteer in The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, Stage Manager/Balloon Wrangler in Balloonacy, and assistant director for You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. She is so thankful to her friends and family who endlessly support her and all she does.

Sammy Sledd

Sammy is so thrilled to be back in the little red truck! She toured Sleeping Beauty two summers ago and is so excited to be sharing the magic of MCT once again. She is originally from Huntsville, AL and just recently graduated with her BFA in musical theatre from The University of Alabama at Birmingham. When she’s not playing pretend, you can find her watching Survivor, hiking and hammocking, playing games with her friends, or trying out a new craft! She’d like to thank her family and friends for all their constant love and support, and her first tour partner Emma for making MCT so memorable!

Sandra Hagen

Sandra is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a recent graduate of Long Island University-Post with a BFA in musical theatre. Some of her most recent credits include Julie Jordan in Carousel, ensemble in Vincent: A New Musical, and Glinda/Aunt Em in The Wizard of Oz. When she is not onstage, she loves spending time with her family and friends, volunteering, and going on adventures to new places. She would like to thank her mom, dad, and sister for always believing in her and supporting her journey every step of the way.

Savannah Harrod

Savannah is over the moon to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is a recent graduate from Oklahoma State University with a BFA in musical theatre and a minor in dance. Some favorite show credits include Jo March in Little Women the Musical, Malcolm in Macbeth, and most recently, the director of The 39 Steps. A fun fact about Sav is that she was the Varsity Men’s Coxswain for the OK State Rowing Team. She would like to thank all of her friends, family, and mentors who have supported her and her dreams.

ShayAnna A. Beatty

ShayAnna is so excited to be working for the Missoula Children’s Theatre. She is a soon-to-be graduate of Northwestern State University in Natchidoches, LA, where she will earn her BFA in musical theatre. Her favorite show credits include Sandy Cheeks in Spongebob Squarepants: The Musical, and tango dancer/understudy for Ilona Ritter in She Loves Me. Her first experience in theatre was a small community theatre production of The Descendants, where she was a featured dancer in the ensemble. She would like to thank all the people in her life who have supported her journey in theatre.

Sydney Clyde

Sydney Clyde is so excited to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She is currently a musical theatre major at Samford University and is originally from Oneonta, Alabama. A few of her favorite theatre credits include Alice Spencer in Alice by Heart, Bonnie Parker in Bonnie and Clyde the Musical, and Ariel in The Little Mermaid. Her first theatre experience was in MCT’s Red Riding Hood as the role of Baby Hood when she was 6 years old. She would like to thank her friends and family for their endless encouragement and support.

Taylor Aguiar

Taylor is delighted to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! She was born and raised in the Seattle area but didn’t discover her love for theatre until MCT visited her school when she was ten years old for a production of Aladdin. Since then, she has worked for various theatres as an actor, director, choreographer, stagehand, technician, and stage manager! When she’s not onstage or running shows from behind the scenes, she’s singing folk music and playing her guitar. Her favorite show credits include co-directing Beetlejuice JR at Seattle’s Performers, stage managing Broadway Bound’s production of Seussical, and performing as Old Ma Strong in Ballyhoo Theatre’s production of Urinetown. She would like to thank her mom for supporting her creative endeavors and helping her find the courage to take the paths less chosen.

Taylor Reynolds

Taylor is so excited to be a part of the Missoula Children’s Theatre for her third tour! Taylor recently graduated from Florida Southern College with a BFA in musical theatre and a BA in communications. Some of her favorite roles in college were Enid Hoopes in Legally Blonde, Starkeeper in Carousel, and Soupy Sue in Urinetown! She would like to thank her family, friends, and professors for all their constant love and support.

Vee Duran

Vee is ecstatic to hit the road this summer with the Missoula Children’s Theatre. She is an interdisciplinary artist who explores her creativity through musical theatre, dance, and costume design. She holds BFA’s in dance and production & design with a concentration in costume from Northwestern State University of Louisiana. She has worked on shows such as Mamma Mia, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Now. Here. This. She would like to thank her family, friends, and her cats Delilah, Meredith, and Edgar for their support along the way.

Viola Whimsy

Viola Whimsy is ecstatic to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! Originally from Kansas, she is now a senior at Lindenwood University near St. Louis, Missouri where she is pursuing a BFA in musical theatre. She also works in the technical theatre shop doing scenic painting, carpentry, and welding. Some of her favorite roles to date have been Titania in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Mrs. Irene Malloy in Hello, Dolly!, and Rhoda in White Christmas. Viola grew up homeschooled, performing with a nonprofit youth theatre since she was three, and believes that every child should have the opportunity to find their spark onstage! She would like to thank God, her professors, family (especially her mom) for supporting her and encouraging her to chase her dreams!

Ward Sikma

Ward is beyond thrilled to be touring with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! All the way from Oxford, MS, he is a proud graduate of the University of Mississippi with a BFA in acting for stage and screen. Some of his favorite show credits include Sebastian in Cinderella, Stuart Lasker in Into the Breeches, and Dametas in Head Over Heels. When not busy with performing, he loves to wind down by reading a good book, playing video games, or practicing crochet. He would like to give a huge shoutout to his biggest fans, Mom, Dad, Nana, Taylor, Randy, Lorelai and little Brady, as well as all of his friends and mentors for their teachings, love, and support.

Zachary Lichner

Zachary is SO excited to be on tour this summer with the Missoula Children’s Theatre! He is a graduate from Viterbo University with a bachelor’s degree in musical theatre. His favorite show credits include Patrick in The Spongebob Musical, Professor Bhaer in Little Women, and Jack in Into the Woods. He’d like to thank his family, friends, and everyone who’s supported him along his theatrical journey.

Zane Brewer

Zane Brewer, born and raised in Conway, Arkansas, discovered his passion for theatre at the age of 13. From an early start, he pursued performance with dedication, developing his skills both on stage and through formal training. He attended Arkansas State University, where he focused his studies on theatre with an emphasis in musical theatre. In 2026, he earned his BFA, marking a major milestone in his artistic journey. Zane’s most recent roles include Leo Clark in Ken Ludwig’s Leading Ladies, Ricky Potts in Ride the Cyclone, and Jaxton in Larissa Fasthorse’s The Thanksgiving Play!