Baylin Bischoff is currently in the sixth grade. She has been performing at Riverside Theatre since she was five years old. Some of her favorite roles have been Young Eva in Riverside’s professional production of Evita, Young Anna in Frozen, and Young Fiona in Shrek JR. She loves performing on stage and is happy to be back at Riverside!

Marley Bischoff loves singing and dancing and is so excited to be onstage performing in front of an audience. This is Marley’s first performance at Riverside Theatre. Outside of theatre, Marley loves to play lacrosse and flag football. She wants to thank her parents and sister, Baylin, for helping her with her first play!

Abbie Bristol is a 10-year-old homeschool student. She loves singing and acting. She recently performed in Frozen Kids here at Riverside Theatre. Abbie would like to thank her older sisters who inspire her to sing and act. Thank you for coming to the show.

Elise Bristol is a 12-year-old homeschool student. She has performed in Annie Kids, Lion King Kids, and Frozen Kids here at Riverside Theatre. She was also part of the Children’s Choir for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at IRCHS. Elise would like to thank her family for their love and support.

Emma Canipe most recently performed at Riverside Theatre in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR. (Elf #2) and Seussical JR. (a Who). She has a passion for theatre but also enjoys reading and hanging out with friends. Emma has a great sense of humor and plays tennis, golf, and soccer. When Emma is not practicing piano and voice, she is dancing with her sister or playing with her rabbits Buttercup and Calexico. Emma wants to thank her family for their support. 

Emma Dembrowski has always loved music. She would listen to music all day, every day if she could. She loves to sing and dance and recently developed a passion for theater after playing Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid last summer at St. Edward’s. She is excited to join the Riverside family in her debut with Newsies JR. Emma is a rising sixth grader. She is the fourth of five children and is creative, loves animals, snowboarding, and spending time with her siblings and friends.

Arabella Doutrich is excited to make her Riverside Theater debut with Newsies JR. She loves singing, art, baking, and dancing. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement as she pursues her dreams of being on the stage.

Quincy Frandsen enjoys all things theater including being on stage, singing, tap dancing, and acting. Her other hobbies are golfing and playing her guitar. She loves performing at Riverside just like her older brother and sister did. Past shows include Joesph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Frozen Kids (role of Young Anna), and Into The Woods JR. (Cinderella). She is thankful for this fun opportunity!

Alaina Franklin discovered her love of the theater after being cast in Riverside Theater’s productions of Into the Woods JR. and more recently Children of Eden JR. Alaina is currently entering sixth grade. She loves dance, singing, fashion, gymnastics & swimming. Her goal is to continue in theater & become a professional actress when she is older.

Evie Fusselman is a Vero Beach native, and currently a fourth grader. She loved her role as an elf in the recent Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR. musical at Riverside Theatre, and has also enjoyed participating in other music and acting camps offered here. She is part of her school music club and also a member of the kids worship team at church. Evie loves to sing and dance and perform in front of an audience. When she isn't on stage she enjoys being in nature or reading a book. She is thankful for her family's support and to Riverside Theatre for giving her his opportunity.

Sophia Galbraith is new to the Riverside stage performing previously in class plays and the choir. Sophie loves her two dogs, two Guinea pigs, and five fish. Also, she is becoming a skillful painter and creative story writer. Recently, Sophia started horseback riding. 

Audrey Gold would like to pursue a career in the performing arts. In her short time at Riverside, she has discovered her love for musical theater and hopes to lengthen her time here.

Lilia Hayes is a fifth grader. She has loved learning and performing at Riverside Theatre. She was inspired to become involved in theater arts by shows like The Greatest Showman and Hamilton. She has especially enjoyed performing in shows such as Into the Woods JR. and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR. at Riverside. She is grateful for the opportunity to perform and add bright spots to the lives of others.

Marley Keppel is eight years old and from Sebastian, Florida, and excited to be in her second Riverside Theatre production. She took her first class two years ago and truly enjoyed being a part of an ensemble, performing with others, and hopes to do it as a career. When not singing around the house, Marley loves her pets, playing baseball, and reading. Thank you to all at Riverside for giving her this opportunity.

Lane Kirkland lives in Vero Beach. She will be entering the fifth grade for the 2023-2024 school year. Lane thoroughly enjoys singing and dancing and yoga…oh, and playing with her younger brother, Reed.

Ahleah Lloyd is nine years old and in the fourth grade. She began her theater performance by being cast in Frozen KIDS, Into the Woods JR., and most recently Children of Eden JR. Her love for dancing and singing has motivated her to work hard pushing herself to be a great performer. Born in Vero Beach with a strong family heritage, she understands the determination needed to succeed. Her hobbies include dancing, singing, and spending time with her friends. 

Rylan McLaughlin enjoys jiu-jitsu, music, drawing, boxing, and piano. This is his second play at Riverside Theater and he couldn’t be more excited about being a part of it.

Carlee Miranda loves musical theatre and is excited to be in another show at Riverside Theatre! When Carlee is not singing and dancing, she loves to read anything she can get her hands on and spend time in the kitchen baking. She would like to thank God for His many blessings, her family for their support, and Kevin, Debbie, and whole the Riverside staff for all they do.

Gracie Murdy is going into sixth grade. She is very excited to be back at Riverside Theater in her second performance on the Stark Stage! She was previously cast in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, JR. where she learned a lot and had lots of fun! She would like to be an author of theater productions when she grows up. In the meantime, Gracie loves to write creatively, sail in the Indian River Lagoon, and play with her adorable dog!

Andrew Murray is 11 years old and is in sixth grade. He enjoys singing, and dancing and is a trumpet player in his Middle School Band. This is his first performance with Riverside Theatre.

Ellie Palm is delighted to play Jack in this production. She played Jack in Into the Woods as well so is quite used to the name. Most recently, she was The Cat in the Hat in Seussical the Musical. Ellie loves the Riverside Theater and looks forward to spending time with all the people involved in the process. Outside the theater, Ellie is homeschooled and sings in her church. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Liam Perkel is super excited to be performing in his second musical at Riverside Theatre. Liam played Clarice's Father in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR. and had the best time performing for the audience and being a part of such a talented cast. Liam is heading into third grade and enjoys sports/games such as wall ball, dodgeball, football, and popcorn tag. His favorite game is wall ball! Liam is always grateful for his family and friends and hopes everyone enjoys the show!

Maggie Rankin is in seventh grade and enjoys reading, friend time, and volunteering at her church. This is her fifth show at Riverside Theatre. She participated in Into The Woods JR., Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer JR., and Seussical JR. She hopes to become a fashion designer in the future. Maggie would like to thank her family and wonderful friends Brieyana and Carlee for supporting her!

Pittman Rankin is an eighth grader and is homeschooled. He enjoys playing soccer, reading, and theater. He has enjoyed roles in Into The Woods JR., Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer JR., and Seussical JR. He would like to thank his family for their support and Brieyana Miranda for being a children's musical theater genius!

Eva Rodriguez is a bright, compassionate, creative nine year-old who loves to sing, draw, and in her words, 'do fun things.' She's a rising fourth grader and is looking forward to getting more involved at Riverside Theater and locally, having moved to Vero in May of 2022. Eva strives to always be a helper, and volunteers as much as she can with Ms. Fran's Helping Hands of Indian River County.

Kamara Simon wants to be an actress and zoologist when she grows up. Her favorite show is “Young Sheldon”. Kamara loves everything about acting and is always performing for her family. One of her favorite plays was Lion King Kids were she played the role of Zazu.

Cora Stephenson is currently a second grade student. She has grown up loving dance, singing, and watching musicals. Her current favorites are Matilda, Wicked, and The Wizard of Oz. Cora hopes to continue learning and growing by participating in musicals so she can one day perform on Broadway!

Keira Taylor is 10 years old and is extremely proud to be joining the summer program of Newsie’s JR. Keira was previously cast in Elf JR. here at Riverside and excited to add another show to her resume. She loves theater and dance and lives with her family here in Vero Beach.

Emily Tuttle has been in several Nutcracker ballets and has consistently taken musical theatre classes with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR. being her first production with Riverside. Recently, she was part of The Sound of Music through the St. Lucie County school district. She is excited to continue her Broadway journey!

Reva Ullian is a rising fifth grade student. She loves to sing and perform and is excited to be in her first show at Riverside Theatre. She loves live theatre and her dream job would be to act in Hamilton on Broadway.

Isabella Vargas is 10 years old and is in fifth grade. She was overjoyed to make her theatrical debut last summer as Cinderella's mother in Into The Woods JR. at Riverside Theater. She loves being on stage, expressing herself through song, and inspiring others to do the same. She also loves writing poetry and screenplays, and is crazy about cats! She hopes to one day be a singer/songwriter and to open a cat rescue. She would like to thank Mr. Kevin, Ms. Debbie, and everyone at Riverside for all of their support and encouragement, and for giving her this opportunity!

Casey Lynne Watkins graduated from Osceola Magnet School and hopes to be a veterinarian, a lawyer, a performer, or all three! She loves reading, writing, and playing with her dogs - Sam and Tillich. Casey has previously performed as The Baker's Wife (Into the Woods JR.) and Clarice (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR.) and is excited to be performing again at Riverside Theatre.

Ella Whitelock is nine years old and in fourth grade. She has loved the theater experience at Riverside and plans for this to be her first of many. Ella also enjoys tennis, lacrosse, baking, and swimming. She would like to thank her family for all their support in everything she does!

Lucas Whu is a rising eighth grader and enjoys soccer, golf, and playing the trumpet. He would like to thank his Dad, Mom, sister, and God for the opportunity to perform at Riverside Theatre.

Jenna Wickre discovered Riverside after watching one of the previous children’s shows, and has loved it ever since! This is her seventh show, and her favorite role she’s played is Young Frog in A Year With Frog and Toad! When not performing, she similarly enjoys improv and making her friends and family laugh. 

Ella Wolf's favorite musical is Into the Woods, and her favorite Riverside shows are Puffs, Into the Woods, JR., and Children of Eden JR. In addition to all things theater, Ella loves playing the piano, composing original songs, writing, reading, and drawing. Ella would like to thank her family, her teachers, and God for the opportunity to be on the stage again! 

Israel Workman loves to perform. He has played several roles in short films. His favorite pastimes include narrating his life in song and playing in the dirt. Someday he hopes to have a starring role in a major film.

Creative Team

Director: Kevin Quillinan
Music Director: Debbie Quillinan
Choreographer: Adam Schnell
Dance Captain: Kaitlin Simmons
Scenic Designer: Jenna Houck
Costume Designer: Corey Brittain
Lighting Designer: Fiona Govin 
Sound Designer: Samantha Hopewell
Stage Manager: Amy Bowman
Gifford Youth Achievement Center's Youth Employability Program Students: Persaius Judah & Aalaya Allen
Counselors/Tech Crew: Savannah Brown, Timothy Cicco, Ava Cook, Aubrey Dunham, Ivy Engel, Brieyana Miranda, Sadie Rankin, Kaitlin Simmons, Peter Wixon