ADDISON SMITH is excited to be in her fourth KIDSTAGE production! Past roles include A Christmas Story: The Musical (Farkus), High School Musical Jr.(Jock), and 13 The Musical (Ensemble). She enjoys playing the cello, being silly with her sister, and drawing. Please enjoy and wash your hands!

ALYSSA DeROUEN has played roles such as Annie in Annie, Jojo in Seussical the Musical, Rizzo in Grease, and Kelsi in High School Musical. She loves the production process, and is very eager to meet new people and learn from castmates and directors.

ANNA FRICK is excited to be performing in her first KIDSTAGE production.  Her very favorite role was playing the Sour Kangaroo in Suessical the Musical.  Anna is the type of person that will sing at the most random times, especially when her family is trying to fall asleep.

ANNABEL RIMMER is thrilled to be singing s in the Winter Solstice Cabaret! Previous roles include Duchess in Aristocats (SCT) and Adult Ensemble in A Christmas Story (KIDSTAGE). She loves skateboarding, baking, and reading. Annabel is grateful for the family-like community of KIDSTAGE! Hugs to Mom, Dad and CJR!

CHLOE WEINER is very grateful to have an opportunity to still be doing what she loves most during the pandemic.  One of her favorite roles was playing the quirky but lovable, Susan in High School Musical JR with KIDSTAGE.  Chloe loves all things involving imagination and keeps busy coding and creating video games.

CHLOE KUNG is excited to be in her fourth KIDSTAGE production. Chloe’s passion for musical theatre flourished in Summer Stock’s School of Rock and again in Aladdin this Spring. When not on stage, Chloe plays premier soccer. Chloe is honored to have the opportunity to learn from this talented production team and cast.

CLAIRE MILLISALJEVIC is a sixteen-year-old performer, scuba diver, kitchen ballerina, and kazoo enthusiast. Favorite shows include Les Misérables (Eponine) and Urinetown (Little Becky Two Shoes). In her free time, she likes to hang out with her friends (virtually!) and watch the musical CATS (again, for the millionth time). She hopes you enjoy the cabaret!

COLIN ALBRECHT is excited to be a part of this virtual KIDSTAGE production. He has loved acting previously as Ralphie in A Christmas Story and as Lawrence in School of Rock. He has also performed in six shows at Bellevue Youth Theatre. He most enjoys the collaborative process of creating productions. Colin is also an avid piano player. Thanks M&D

ISAIAH HYDE has played many roles at KIDSTAGE: Rodney Rat in Out of Bounds Musical, James/Youth Ensemble in Willy Wonka Jr, , Billy in School of Rock, and many more productions. Isaiah is currently enrolled in the Institute program at Village Theatre. Isaiah is very grateful for the support of his family.

IZZY ZOLLMAN is thrilled to be in this KIDSTAGE production. Favorite roles include Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka at KIDSTAGE and Sally Brown in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre. Her favorite thing about KIDSTAGE is the community and opportunity to learn and grow. Thanks Sade, Michael, Robin, and Isaiah!

JAMES FRAME is thrilled to be in his third KIDSTAGE production. Previous KIDSTAGE productions include Les Misérables and School of Rock. He is grateful to Village Theatre for giving him the opportunity to further his skill as an actor.

LOGAN YAO is excited to perform with such a creative cast! His favorite in-person KIDSTAGE shows include In the Heights (ensemble; u/s Graffiti Pete), School of Rock (Gabe Brown) and Music Man (Charlie Cowell). He’s also hoping 2021 will be a time where all artists can shine in live shows again!

MATEO CABRAL is excited about participating in the Winter Solstice Cabaret. Favorite past titles include Augustus Gloop in Willy Wonka, and Ensemble in In the Heights. One of his favorite parts about KIDSTAGE is being able to have a space where people can just be themselves. Enjoy the show! Happy Holidays!

OLIVIA OPALSKI is thrilled to participate in her first KIDSTAGE production.  Recent performances include: Bruce in  Matilda, Little Red in  Into the Woods, Jr. and Charlotte in  13 The Musical.  Olivia’s passions include singing, acting and dancing.  Her favorite thing about KIDSTAGE is meeting new people. Thanks to her family for their never-ending support.

REAGAN MAGEE is thrilled to be in her first KIDSTAGE production in the Winter Cabaret! She’s performed in her school’s productions of Guys and Dolls as Big Jule and in Alice in Wonderland as the Red Queen! She loves theater because it gives her a chance to be herself and have fun.

TENILLE MANSON is super excited to be a part of this production. Tenille has been a part of many KIDSTAGE shows such as In the Heights and Tuck Everlasting. In her free time, she enjoys baking, hiking, and taking Zoom dance classes. Happy Holidays!

WILL LEMCIO is thrilled to be performing in his second KIDSTAGE production. At school, he has performed in The Lion King Jr. (Young Simba). Will loves movies, dogs, and singing. Thanks to his family, the production team, and Mrs. Walchenbach for their support.

Sade Aset (she/her)
Director and Choreographer

Sade Aset, born and raised in Tacoma, Washington, recently graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting/Directing and minor in dance at Pacific Lutheran University. Not only has her work been showcased at PLU, but also on the stages of The 5th Avenue Theatre, Village Theatre, and many local community theaters and high schools. Her goal is to use art as an opportunity to build up the community by exchanging knowledge and experience under the lens of creativity.

Michael Nutting (he/him)
Music Director/Audio Editor

Michael loves to stay busy on as many projects as possible and has recently worked on: Hansel & Gretl & Heidi & Gunther, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A Proper Place, String, Newsies, …Howard Barnes (Village Theatre mainstage); How to Succeed…, The Addams Family, James and the Giant Peach Jr., Hairspray, Urinetown, Beauty and the Beast, Oliver!, Les Misérables, School of Rock (Village Theatre KIDSTAGE); Jasper in Deadland, Little Shop of Horrors, Urinetown (The 5th Avenue Theatre). When he is not music directing, he is an avid piano teacher, arranger/transcriber, and composer.

Paul Stovall
Associate Music Director/Associate Audio EditorPaul is beyond thrilled to be working on this Winter Solstice Cabaret with Sade, Michael, and the rest of the wonderful cast! He’s previously worked on shows such as She Loves Me (Village Theatre), Mamma Mia(Theatre Arts Guild), and Kiss Me, Kate (WWU). Paul received his Bachelor of Music degree at Western Washington University in Bellingham and works at Garden Street United Methodist Church where he provides music for their virtual services.

Robin Logerstedt (they/them)
Stage Manager Robin is very excited to be working with Village KIDSTAGE for this Winter Cabaret. As a KIDSTAGE kid themself, it’s very exciting to see theatre continuing for everyone. The holidays will be very different this year but seeing and hearing joyful songs will make it feel special. They can’t wait to help these young artists show their skills in a new and unconventional way. Their previous KIDSTAGE credits include: High School Musical (2019) and Sister Act (2018).