EMERY BARR, she/her (Gabriella Montez). With training at Village Theatre Institute, Emery has also performed with Broadway Bound Theatre, school theater and Kontagious Performing Company. Emery has appeared in various roles including Molly in Annie JR., Ms. Greenway in Elf The Musical JR., and Elsa in Disney’s Frozen JR. She loves storytelling through music and movement, and is excited for her first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production as Gabriella. Emery would like to thank her friends, family, and anyone who came to support the show!

GREYSON BYLUND, he/him (Thespian Ensemble: James) is super excited for his first appearance on stage for Disney’s High School Musical JR. at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE! He would love to thank his parents for giving him this amazing opportunity, his sister Laina for helping him prepare for everything, and Mila for telling him about the program!

RUBY CABELLON, she/her (Thespian Ensemble). Ruby’s first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE show was Mean Girls: High School Version last summer. She is super excited to be a part of Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert. At school, she performed in Beetlejuice JR., The SpongeBob Musical JR., and others. Outside of performing, Ruby likes to play with her dogs, do martial arts and listen to music. She would like to thank Katie Newberry for directing the show.

CHLOÉ CHRISTOFFERSON-JACKSON, she/her (Jock Ensemble) is thrilled to be in her first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! Chloé is on the Advanced Elite team with Seattle’s Performers. She just finished performing as Pilar in Legally Blonde: The Musical (Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre). Her favorite past roles: Damian in Mean Girls, Hans in Disney’s Frozen (Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre), and Olivia Wilde in The Prom (Seattle Performer’s). Chloé is grateful for this opportunity and thanks all involved in the production!

IZABELLE CHEN, she/her (Jock Ensemble) is so excited to be a part of Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE! Previous musicals include You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown, The Music Man, Schoolhouse Rock Live!, and Mamma Mia! Outside of the theater, she loves piano, violin, guitar, writing music, crafting, and listening to 5 Seconds of Summer CDs. She thanks her family, friends, and especially Mikenna for always being fabulous!

WILLA COX-HULTQUIST, she/her (Martha Cox, Vocal Captain) is so excited to perform in her Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE debut! She participates in Village Theatre Institute in Everett. Recent credits include: Drowsy Chaperone in The Drowsy Chaperone JR., Barbara in Beetlejuice JR., Lucy in 13 JR., Charlie in Willy Wonka JR., and Anastasia in Anastasia Youth Edition (Seattle’s Performers). When she’s not performing, Willa enjoys debate, dance, and hanging out with friends. Thanks so much to everyone who’s been a part of her theater journey!

BEATRICE CRAMER, she/her (Sharpay) is thrilled to return to Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE! Past experiences with her KIDSTAGE family include Pinocchio in Shrek the Musical JR., and an ensemble member in Legally Blonde: The Musical. Favorite theatrical experiences include a recent production of Annie in the title role (Ballyhoo Theatre/Seattle’s Performers), and productions of Something Rotten! as Beatrice and Anastasia the Musical in the title role (Seattle Performers). Beatrice also had the opportunity to be in The 5th Avenue Theatre’s production of White Christmas as Susan Waverly.

LANDEN CRIDER, (Brainiac Ensemble: Kratnoff) has a growing passion for theater; he started from an early age of 10 and has kept with it since. He’s brought his experience and talents to a variety of shows ranging from Nigel in Matilda JR., The White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland JR., Ensemble in The Sound of Music, and many more. He has the dream to act as an adult and is continuing to follow that dream!

ROSALIND FARRAR, she/they (Brainiac Ensemble) is proud and amazed to be performing in her very first production. This is also her first year in Village Theatre Institute, where she continues to grow as an artist. She loves singing, dancing, and creating stories with friends. Rosalind would like to thank her family, friends and teachers for their love and support. Enjoy the show! Remember, we’re all in this together!

AVA GOICOECHEA, she/her (Kelsi Nielsen). Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert is Ava’s first production with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. She has previously performed in school plays and has a real passion for drama and production. She is thrilled to be a part of Disney’s High School Musical JR. and hopes to continue performing with KIDSTAGE in the future!

MILA GOODWIN, she/her (Brainiac Ensemble) has been involved with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE since she was 7 years old. She is thrilled to be participating in their production of Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert. She would like to thank her cousin Greyson for joining the production with her, her cousins Laina and Addy for introducing her to theater, and of course her parents for supporting her.

LACEY HOOD, she/her (Thespian Ensemble: Cathy) is thrilled to be in her debut show at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE! Her previous roles include Ariel in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., Miss Minchin in The Little Princess, and Fiona in Shrek the Musical JR. She enjoys guitar, horseback riding, and she especially loves to sing! She would like to thank her vocal coach Suzanne and her drama teacher Karen for their support and love.

CHARLOTTE HOWELL, she/her (Troy Bolton) is delighted to be a part of her fourth Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! Previous KIDSTAGE productions include Shrek the Musical JR., Jesus Christ Superstar in Concert, and Miscast Cabaret. She is thrilled to take on her first lead role and is incredibly grateful for her mentors atVillage Theatre Institute and the guidance from her vocal coach, Helen. She sends heartfelt love to her family and friends for their constant support. Enjoy the show!

CAROLINE HUBER, (Ryan Evans) is jazzed to be back for her third Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production. Previously seen in Shrek the Musical JR. and Disney’s Finding Nemo JR., she also enjoys time at Village Theatre Institute, dance class and her school’s theater program this past fall. She thanks her family, friends, cast and crew for support, coaches Adri and Chad for guidance, and knows her Papa in heaven would have come to every show applauding loud and proud. Enjoy the show!

MATILDA / EVEREST HUGHES, (Braniac Ensemble) is very excited to make their acting debut in this Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production. She has participated in several KIDSTAGE camps including three production camps and studied at the Theaterschool Rabarber in The Hague. Everest recently performed as Faalaalaalaa Llama in The Nutcracker (The Dance School). Whenever Everest is not in school, you’ll find them making “kandi” from pony beads, posting videos, making art or eating mac-n-cheese (never eating gravy though).

ROWAN IVIE, she/her (Thespian Ensemble, Susan, u/s Sharpay) is excited to be joining the cast of Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert for her second Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE show! Rowan is a regular performer with Broadway Bound Children’s Theater, where she has played many roles. She recently visited NYC and found that Broadway feels like home. She would like to thank the Team for making this show possible. Enjoy!

JACK LEWIS, he/him (Mr. Tenny, Moderator, u/s Jack Scott) is thrilled to be a part of Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production of Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert! His previous KIDSTAGE experiences include Les Misérables: School Edition as Claquesous and Into the Woods as The Steward. He has been a participant in Village Theatre Institute in Everett. You may also have seen in him in student-written Left Hand Man as Jet. He wants to thank his friends, family, and vocal coach for their support.

MILANIA MENDOZA, she/her (Jock Ensemble) is a performer who loves acting, singing, and dancing. She has trained at Village Theatre Institute and has six years of dance experience in a variety of styles. She appeared in the film Beautiful Bombshells and The Phenomenal Funeral of Frankie Phillips, directed by Brent Steiner. When she’s not performing, Milania enjoys sports like basketball and softball, playing violin, and polishing her performance skills.

KHALIA MITCHELL, she/her (Cheerleader Ensemble) loves to sing, dance, and perform! She has been in cheerleading since 2021 and has performed in school plays, church events, and a select youth choir. She is a Village Theatre Institute student this year and is very excited for her second Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! Khalia thanks God, her friends, and her family for their love and support

EVIE MORK, she/her (Cyndra, Ensemble) has loved Disney’s High School Musical since it was introduced to her by her bestie! Previous favorites include Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE productions of Disney’s Descendants and Miscast Cabaret. She had a blast in her school musical Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., and is currently feeling frosty rehearsing for the upcoming Disney’s Frozen JR. She appreciates her family’s support and thanks her parents for all the driving and her sister for listening to all the singing all the time. Enjoy the show!

VIOLET NAGAMATSU, she/her (Cheerleader Ensemble, u/s Zeke). This is Violet’s sixth show with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE in Everett. She has had parts in their Disney’s Descendents, Miscast Cabaret, Shrek the Musical JR., Jesus Christ Superstar, and most recently she was in Into the Woods. She has also been in Studio East’s productions of Mean Girls and Cats, and had a part in a short film. Violet wants to thank all her family and friends, and hopes you enjoy the show!

ELEANOR NGUYEN, (Brainiac Ensemble, Vocal Captain, u/s Taylor) is thrilled to be in her first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! Previously she has performed with Seattle’s Performers, recent favorite credits include Miss Argentina in Beetlejuice JR. and Charlotte in 13 JR. Her favorite part of theater is the community and the friends she has made. Eleanor spends her summers at camp on the East Coast and enjoys doing escape rooms with her friends. Thank you to the cast and crew for an incredible experience! Enjoy the show!

KATIA PODLAZOVA, she/her (Cheerleader Ensemble) previously appeared as SpongeBob in The SpongeBob Musical (Theatre33). Her other credits include Ronja, The Robber’s Daughter, The Jungle Book, and Anne of Green Gables. She studies voice at Fida Music Academy and has a three-octave vocal range. Katia has participated in acting, visual theater, and musical workshops. She is fluent in Russian, sings in a kids’ rock band, enjoys hip-hop dance, and is grateful to her family and teachers for their support.

MAE PAGOAGA, she/her (Ms. Darbus, Thespian Ensemble) is thrilled for her Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE debut! Previous roles include Pugsley in The Addams Family Young@Part, Crutchie in Disney’s Newsies JR., and Matilda in Matilda JR. (Off Book Productions). Mae has loved being part of Village Theatre Institute and is grateful for the training she has received there. She would like to thank her parents for driving her to Everett and the production team for making this show possible!

SHRUTI PRASANNA, she/her (Taylor McKessie, Dance Captain) is delighted to be part of her fourth Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production! Previous credits with KIDSTAGE include Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Legally Blonde: The Musical and Shrek the Musical JR. She is thrilled to be a part of this show with such a wonderful cast and directing team. She thanks her voice teachers, family and friends for all their support. Enjoy the show!

OWEN SHAFLIK, he/him (Jack Scott, u/s Ryan Evans) is thrilled to be in his second production with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. Acting is Owen’s passion. Other roles he has enjoyed were Ralphie in A Christmas Story and Michael Banks in Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins (Richmond Beach Community Theatre), and Charlie in Willy Wonka JR. (Seattle’s Performers). In his free time, Owen enjoys snowboarding and spending time with friends. He can’t wait for you to enjoy the show!

JOEL SLOBODA, (Chad Danforth, u/s Troy) is overjoyed to be part of Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production of Disney’s High School Musical JR.! This is his first show with KIDSTAGE and he would like to thank his directors and castmates for their support and encouragement. Past performances include Timon in Disney’s The Lion King JR. and Daniel Lehman in Radium Girls. He would like to thank his family, friends, and most importantly God for this opportunity.

MATTEA SPIVEY, she/they (Brainiac Ensemble) is thrilled to be a part of Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production of Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert! This is their first KIDSTAGE performance. She’s so grateful for the opportunities and community at Village Theatre. She’s currently part of Village Theatre Institute, and starred in her school’s drama showcase earlier this year. She loves theater performing and expressing themselves through acting. She’s so thankful for their family’s encouragement, and their friends for always supporting them.

CATHERINE STEINBRCHER, she/her (Jock Ensemble, u/s Chad) is excited to be in her first Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE spring production! She is currently in her second year at Village Theatre Institute and has attended multiple KIDSTAGE summer camps, including playing the roles of Star and Orphan Ensemble in Annie JR. Last summer, she also took the stage with Hope Theatre Group as Charlotte Dennon

KATIE J. NEWBURY, (Director/Choreographer) is thrilled to be serving as director/choreographer for this production! Previous credits: Into the Woods, The Prom, The SpongeBob Musical, Urinetown (Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE), Something’s Afoot (The 5th Avenue Theatre Rising Star Project). As a fat-bodied artist, Katie is dedicated to showing that great work knows no size. This production is dedicated to David Ellis; “Thank you for encouraging me to discover my inner creative leader.” God is love. Katiejnewbury.com

ARIONA THOMPSON, she/her (Music Director) has worked at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE in many capacities, including Institute Instructor, Summer Camp Instructor, and Associate Music Director of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 (Issaquah), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Everett), and Disney’s Newsies (Everett SummerStock). Ariona works with all ages, serving as Choir Director and Theater Company Music Director at Woodinville High School, 1st and 2nd Grade Music Teacher at Kenmore Elementary School, and 3rd-5th grade Instructor with Northwest Girl Choir.

JASON KRAMER, he/him (Costume Coordinator). Based in Seattle, Jason is a costume designer guided by three simple principles: spreading joy, helping people, and making pretty things. Design credits include Next to Normal, POTUS, RENT, and Wait Until Dark. Jason is also an award-winning fashion doll designer and illustrator. When he’s not working, he’s usually searching for great Mexican food or convincing a nearby dog that they’ve just met their new best friend.

CAMI TALIAFERRO-BARBER, she/her (Lighting Designer) is thrilled to participate in Disney’s High School Musical JR. in Concert! She is a recent BFA graduate of Cornish College of the Arts and of Seattle Rep’s Professional Arts Training Program, working to build up her portfolio as a Seattle lighting designer. Recent shows include Dial M For Murder (Village Theatre) and Mean Girls (Archbishop Murphy High School). She’d like to thank everyone for all of their support on her journey!

COLIN PACE, (Sound Designer/Engineer) is a sound engineer/designer who has worked on previous Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE productions including: Into the Woods, Shrek the Musical JR., Sister Act, Krisis Kids Wilderness Adventure Camp, Disney’s Descendants, and Guys and Dolls. Colin is thankful to his friends and family who continue to support his passion for theater and silly noises. He hopes you enjoy the show!

SEQUOIA GOOD, she/her (Stage Manager) is ecstatic to be back working with Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE! Sequoia is a stage manager who recently graduated with a BFA in theatre production & design at Central Washington University. Her previous KIDSTAGE credit includes Into the Woods! Around town you may have seen her name in programs as the stage manager for Romeo & Juliet at Harlequin Productions or The Sound of Music at Leavenworth Summer Theatre. Enjoy the show!

KEKOA DILAY, he/him (Associate Choreographer/ Associate Music Director) is pumped to be back at Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE supporting team choreo and music with the coolest wildcats around! Previous credits:  Shrek the Musical JR., Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Guys and Dolls and While They Last (KIDSTAGE), You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Chief Sealth International High School). Kekoa works to provide youth with opportunities to trust their bodies and to find purpose in creating meaningful and challenging art. Love to his family! @kekoadilay

$18 (online) or $20 (in-person/by phone) 

Single ticket prices include a $3.00 service charge when purchased online / $5.00 when purchased by phone or at the box office. 

On February 27, we’ll offer 50 seats in the house at PWYC pricing for the select performance listed below. Then, two weeks before the performance, we may release more seats at PWYC pricing based on availability. 

• April 11, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. 

This production program is designed for younger aspiring theater artists. Led by a team of professionals who value mentoring and teaching, this program is the most education-oriented production that Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE offers and often takes place during spring semester of the school year. This program focuses on the performer and the development of their artistic process as they learn to create and collaborate with Directors, Music Directors, Choreographers, and Designers, as well as each other. Students who participate begin to learn the fundamentals of character development, studying choreography, staging, and vocal technique. They also experience a full production process from rehearsals, technical and dress rehearsals, to performances.   

Disney’s High School Musical JR. is a family-friendly, upbeat contemporary musical with themes of self-acceptance, friendship, challenging the “status quo”, and exploring new interests. There is mild flirtation/romance and no significant mature content. Characters navigate peer pressure and parental expectations to follow their passions.