Kameron Askew

Kameron Askew is happy to be performing in his final Grand Night amongst such a supportive and wonderful community. Over his 4 years a Elon he has had numerous academic and professional experiences. His favorite shows being Dreamgirls (NCT) & Myths and Hymns (Elon). He is excited for new adventures to come. Follow @kameron.askew on instagram for future updates!!

Charles “Charlie” Castro

Charles “Charlie” Castro is a senior musical theatre major. He is a Miami, Florida native. He is incredibly excited to be performing in his final Grand Night at Elon University! He wants to thank his family and friends for their constant support in all of his artistic endeavors! @itscharlescastro

Derick Donato

Derick cannot believe that this is his final Grand Night ever! He is super excited to be performing one last time on an Elon stage. Their current plans include moving to NYC directly after graduation. Many thanks to friends, family, teachers, and mentors for their continued support and guidance. IG: derickgdonato

Collin Flanagan

Collin is so excited for his last Elon show! Thanks and love. Prev: Frozen, 9 to 5, Gypsy (MT Wichita), Titanic, 9 to 5, Alice in Wonderland (Maine State MT), Pippin (Renegade Productions)

Erik Houck

Erik is super excited to be playing the role of Warner Huntington III in this production of Legally Blonde. Erik is a senior music theatre major here at Elon and has previously been in Myths and Hymns, Bridges of Madison County, and Head Over Heels at Elon. Other Regional productions he’s been in include Roger in ITS’s RENT and Tom of Warwick in the Broadway tour of Camelot. Erik would like to thank the entire production team, especially Prof. Liu for her directorial guidance as well as his mother for all her support!

Ella Huestis

Ella Huestis (they/she) is a proud member of MT ’25 and is honored to be performing with this incredible community one last time! Huge thanks to the Huestis family, Summer, Sara, Courtney Liu, Chris Rayis, Haidee Dollak, and everyone who has made this place home. See you in NYC and Roll Phoenix forever!!!! www.ellahuestis.com

Marina Jansen

Marina Jansen is a senior Music Theatre major who is so excited for their last Grand Night! They were recently seen on Broadway in the original cast of How To Dance In Ohio, as Enid Hoops in Elon’s Legally Blonde, and as a dancer on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. They’d like to thank their family for supporting them throughout their time at Elon and their pet cat Mango for being awesome. Enjoy the show!

Mia McManamy

Mia (she/her) is a senior Music Theatre major, Communications minor, and Elon College Fellow from Kansas City, Missouri. Elon credits: Amalia Balash (She Loves Me), Vivienne Kensington (Legally Blonde), Dance Ensemble (Head Over Heels), Ensemble (Myths and Hymns). She wouldn’t be here without the support of her parents, two younger sisters, French Bulldog Louie, and entire extended family. Upcoming: Mary Flynn in Merrily We Roll Along at Elon and Resident Company member at Forestburgh Playhouse, where she will be featured as Katherine Plumber (Newsies) and Philoclea (Head Over Heels). miamcmanamy.com, @mia.mcmanamy

Ellie Schwartz

Ellie is thrilled to perform in her final Grand Night! Much love to her friends, family, and mentors.

Summer Severin

Summer is a senior from Palm Beach County, FL and she is so excited to be performing in her very last Grand Night. Please forgive her tears throughout the show. Roll Phoenix forever!

Emily Stober

Emily is a senior from Hickory, North Carolina and is soaking in every moment of her last Grand Night! Last fall she played Elle Woods in Legally Blonde.

Tara Venkataraman

Tara is very excited to be performing in her final Grand Night! Thank you to her friends and family! Love!

Malia Horst

Malia Horst is a Junior Music Theatre major and wants to welcome you to Grand Night 2025!! Past Credits: Margot/ Elle Understudy in Elon’s Fall Production of Legally Blonde, Marian U/S, Chiara U/S, and Ensemble in Elon’s Bridges of Madison County, Cinderella in Into The Woods, and Inga in Young Frankenstein. She was most recently seen in Great Plains Summer Theatre’s productions of Legally Blonde and Hello Dolly! (Chutney/Ernestina Money.) Special thanks to Courtney Liu, Chris Rayis, Haidee Dollack, and all cast and crew for all their hard work throughout this incredible process! Enjoy the show!! 🙂

Cassidy Benullo

Cassidy May Benullo is thrilled to return for her second Grand Night! Originally from Los Angeles, she recently played Sonya in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 at Elon University and portrayed Elizabeth Benning in Young Frankenstein in her professional debut at Red Barn Summer Theatre. Cassidy has done voiceovers for Disney and Cartoon Network, with credits including Olaf’s Frozen Adventure, Peanuts, Whisker Haven Tales with the Palace Pets, and Lego Friends. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Brooke Chamberlin

Brooke is overjoyed to be performing in her second Grand Night! In February, Brooke was seen as Marya Dmitryevna in Elon’s production of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. At Elon, she also served as the Dance Captain and Brooke Wyndham understudy in Legally Blonde, and was a featured vocalist in Myths and Hymns. Thanks to all of our lovely MT faculty and to my peers and friends who make Grand Night so special. Enjoy the show! @brooke_chamberlin

Tinkie Jones

Tinkie Jones is a sophomore from Atlanta, Georgia and is thrilled to be a part of Grand Night! You may have seen her in Legally Blonde or Myths and Hymns. This spring, she will be in Merrily We Roll Along and hopes you come back to see the show! All the love

Gavin Miller

Gavin is a sophomore Music Theatre major from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Gavin’s previous Elon credits include A Chorus Line and Legally Blonde, but you can find him this summer in the resident company at Rocky Mountain Rep! He is ecstatic to make his Music Director and Director debut this year and hopes you enjoy Grand Night 2025!

Eric Pettit

Eric is a sophomore Music Theatre major hailing from Dayton, Ohio. He was most recently seen on the Elon stage as Mark Anthony in last year’s production of A Chorus Line and is thrilled to return to the McCrary Theatre for Legally Blonde. All love to his parents, friends, and everyone who has gotten him to this point!

Kate Ragan

Kate is a current sophomore music theatre major. She made her McCrary debut this year in Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812. She is thrilled to present Grand Night!

Lauren Trethaway

Lauren Trethaway is a proud member of MT. 27, ROLL PHOENIX!! She is excited to share her second annual Grand Night with you all! Lauren’s past Elon productions include As You Like It and Legally Blonde. Lauren will next be featured in Merrily We Roll Along as Gussie Carnegie. She thanks her family and friends for all the love and support!!

George Zemla

George is so excited to be back for his second year of Grand Night! Previous credits at Elon include Dewey in Legally Blonde and Peter in Peter and the Starcatcher, and you can see him in the upcoming production of Merrily We Roll Along. Shout out to Mom who is currently in Poland: Jesteś swój chłop!

Carrington Black

Carrington Black is a current Music Theatre major at Elon University. She has had a blast her freshman year and cannot wait to continue to grow in her artistry! Her favorite past roles include: Sarah (Ragtime), Margaret White (Carrie), Ursula (The Little Mermaid), and Aida (Aida). She hopes you enjoy the show!

Mitchell Brown

Mitchell is so excited to perform in his first Grand Night at Elon! Last semester, he played Andrey and Old Prince Bolkonsky in Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet 1812 at Elon, and he has previously played Lord Farquaad in the Illinois all-state production of Shrek The Musical and Milky White in Into The Woods. Along with Music Theatre, Mitchell will also be pursuing a BA in Computer Science at Elon. He would like to thank his parents for being so supportive of his passion.

Emma Bruce

Emma is a first-year at Elon and excited to participate in her first grand night. She is thankful for the Elon Musical Theatre program and the class of 2028. She is grateful that this community has been so open, kind, and constantly pushing everyone towards growth. She also wants to shout out her hometown friend group for coming from all over the country to support her. “Love you lots Lily, Addy, Zion, and Laurel!” Lastly she thanks the Lord for the talents He has given her and the doors He has opened. Psalms 37:4

Micah Cabot

Micah Cabot is currently a freshman in the BFA Music Theatre program and is thrilled and deeply grateful to be a part of this incredible and dynamic cast, composed of not only exceptional artists but extraordinary individuals. Micah has recently developed a passion for theatre and has been involved in such wonderful productions, such as Godspell, Legally Blonde, and The Little Mermaid. This has been such a journey (like seriously, a journey) that he’s thankful to share with his fellow classmates. He cannot wait to come out there and party, cry, dance, and scream with each and every one of you!

Isaiah Flowers

Isaiah recently graduated from Interlochen Arts Academy where he played Mr. Mistoffelees in Cats the Musical as well as a Soul Girl in Jesus Christ Super Star. Isaiah would like to thank his mom and family for always supporting his dreams.

Kaimani Gaeta

Kai is so honored to take part in his first Grand Night Performance at Elon University. Kai is a freshman music theater major and is currently performing in the spring musical Merrily We Roll Along as Joe Josephson. Kai grew up performing at The Palace Theatre in Manchester where he performed as Benny in Rent, and ensemble roles in; Grease, Kinky Boots, and The Prom. Kai is so excited for what his future holds at Elon and cant wait to see what’s next. Special thanks to Mom and Emme.

Ana Sofía Hernández López

Ana Sofía Hernández López is a first-year Elon Music Theatre international student, originally from Querétaro, Mexico. Some of her past performances include: Vanessa (In The Heights), Ensemble, u/s Rosie/Pepper (Mamma Mia!), Dorothy (The Wizard of Oz) and Lily St. Regis (Annie). She also served as the Dance Captain for the Musical Theater company: “Tecnológico de Monterrey, campus Querétaro”. Ana is so grateful and excited to be here at Elon!

Trevor Hudson

Trevor Hudson is a first-year Music Theatre major and Dance minor, thrilled to make his Grand Night debut. He will perform as a Swing in Merrily We Roll Along, marking his first show at Elon. Previous credits include Dreamgirls (CC White), Once on This Island (Papa Ge), and the Beetlejuice pilot production (Miss Argentina). Trevor is excited to collaborate with such a talented group of artists and is eager to contribute to this unforgettable experience.

JT Loveless

J.T. Loveless is a freshman Music Theatre major and Vocal Scholar from Bentonville, AR. He is pleased to make his Elon debut with this incredible cast, creative and production team! Past roles include Into The Woods (The Baker), The Music Man (Harold Hill), The Little Mermaid (Prince Eric). He won the Outstanding Male Overall Performance Award at the 2024 North Carolina NATS Music Theatre competition. He is a 2023 Jimmy Awards Nominee and Discovery Awards winner. This spring, he will make his Elon Opera debut as Papageno in The Magic Flute. Much love to family and friends for their support!

Victoria Martinez

Victoria Martinez is a first year Music Theatre student at Elon University. She’s a recent Jimmy Awards semi-finalist for the role of Penelope Pennywise in Urinetown. Her past shows include Romeo and Juliet (Nurse), Carrie (Margaret White), Peter and the Starcatcher (Mrs. Bumbrake), Bring It On: The Musical (Danielle). She is excited to perform in her very first Grand Night!!!

Za’Naisha McGuire

Za’Naisha McGuire is thrilled to be apart of her first Grand Night! She recently got to make her Elon debut as Hélene in Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. She is so thankful for all her friends and family for their constant support.

Alex McLemore

Alex McLemore is a freshman Music Theater major at Elon University. Most recent performance credits include Moritz (Spring Awakening), Pippin (Pippin), and Laurie (Little Women). Alex is so excited to be making his Elon debut in Merrily We Roll Along this spring. He would like to thank his family and friends for their continued love and for always being in his corner. Please enjoy Grand Night!

Leilani Miranda

Leilani Miranda, born in Arizona, is Freshman at Elon University double majoring in Music Theatre and Arts Administration. She fell in love with music at an incredibly early age and was exposed to piano, violin, guitar, and ukulele before discovering her love for music theatre. She has over ten distinguished awards for her vocals, including being named Arizona Young Artist in 2023. Favorite credits include Wednesday Addams (Addams Family), Marty (Grease), and Fantine (Les Miserables). She is so excited to make her Grand Night debut!

Alex Prejean

Alex is super excited to be in his first Grand Night. He is loving his first year at Elon and can’t wait to continue growing as an artist here.

Addyson Reese

Addy is so thrilled for her first Grand Night! She proudly performed in and choreographed for Elon Cares over J-Term and performed in Collage this year. Some of her favorite past roles have been Roxie in Chicago, Ariel in The Little Mermaid, and Abigail Williams in The Crucible. Addy is so excited to be playing Beth Shephard in Elon’s upcoming production of Merrily We Roll Along in May! She thanks her family, her amazing professors, and her MT 28 family for all of their care and support.

Aden Richman

Aden is thrilled to be making his Grand Night Debut! He has previously appeared in roles such as Frank Cioffi in Curtains, Bobby Strong in Urinetown, and Jack Kelly in Newsies. He’s incredibly thankful for his supportive family!

Kevin Rodriguez

Kevin Rodriguez is a first-year music theatre major, and is extremely honored to be cast in his first mainstage show as “Balaga” and the understudy to Anatole. He has had such an amazing experience at Elon so far, and cannot wait to see what the future holds. He would like to thank Professor Warren, Brent, and Rayis for trusting him with this opportunity and pushing to be the best performer he can be at the collegiate level. A favorite role he has played is “Joseph” in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Thank you so much for coming to watch this amazing show! @kevinroddie

Sierra Safran

Sierra is overjoyed to be apart of her First Grand Night! She was last seen dancing it up in Elon’s production of Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812. Other favorite shows include Spring Awakening (Wendla), Pippin (Leading Player) and Hello Dolly (Ermengarde). Sierra’s been on a long college journey but can confidently say she has never been more happy in her life than at Elon in this program. So much love for everyone here! Enjoy the show!

Laird Stearns

Laird is so thrilled to be making his Grand Night debut. He is a freshman majoring in Music Theatre and Arts Administration. He is currently a swing in Elon’s production of Merrily We Roll Along. Laird wants to shout a big thank you to his incredible community and support system at Elon and his parents and their never ending support and love.

Elliot Sullivan

Elliot Sullivan, a freshman at Elon University, is majoring in both Music Theatre and Arts Administration and minoring in dance and in business administration. He graduated in 2024 from Artios Academies of Sugar Hill Arts Conservatory. Since performing as a bluebird in his first musical, Cinderella Kids, Elliot has nurtured a deep passion for musical theatre. He extends heartfelt gratitude to his family and friends for their constant support, and above all, to God for blessing him with the opportunities that have shaped his journey. “Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!” 1 Chronicles 16:34

Mackenzie Tammara

Mackenzie is so honored to be a part of the Elon Music Theatre class of ‘28! She is originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida and lived in Boston to attend Walnut Hill School for The Arts. Mackenzie will be playing Janet in The Drowsy Chaperone through Elon’s Renegade Productions in April. She is grateful to her family for their unwavering support. Big thanks to everyone in Elon MT for making it feel like home.

Nolan Tiech

Nolan Tiech is a first year music theatre major and dance minor. He is ecstatic to participate in his first Grand Night! Nolan made his McCrary debut in February, in Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 as an ensemble swing. Other credits include: Spongebob in Spongebob the Musical, Jack Kelly in Newsies, Ren Mcormack in Footloose. He is so grateful to perform with such amazing people!

Jonah Uffelman

Jonah Uffelman is a first year Music Theatre major at Elon University! Last summer, he performed at the Jimmy Awards in New York as “Crybaby” from Crybaby: the Musical. Since he arrived at Elon, he has performed in Collage, Elon Cares, and will perform in Elon’s Main Stage, Merrily We Roll Along as “Charley Kringas”. He hopes you enjoy the magic of Elon MT!

Jordyn Sutton

Jordyn is so excited to participate in her first Grand Night! She recently made her MainStage debut at Elon in the winter musical Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 as a member of the ensemble and the Sonya understudy. She would love to thank the faculty, staff, her friends, and family for their support! She is so excited to continue her journey at Elon University and hopes that everyone enjoys the show!!

Gabriel Logan

Gabriel is so excited for his last Grand Night!

Charlee Rubino

Charlee Rubino is a Senior majoring in Music Theatre and is thrilled to make her debut in a mainstage production! She extends her heartfelt thanks to her voice teacher, Gretchen, and her family for their unwavering support. Charlee is also an active member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority and is excited to channel that spirit as Pilar in Legally Blonde: The Musical. Xoxo!

Sitare Sadeghi

Sitare Sadeghi (she/they) is a senior Music Theater major at Elon with a minor in Piano Pedagogy. This summer, Sitare has worked at Timber Lake Playhouse and portrayed various roles such as Mrs. Peacock in Clue: On Stage and Hope Harcourt in Anything Goes and she recently portrayed Natasha in Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 on Elon’s mainstage theater. Currently, Sitare is researching Classical Iranian Music and how it can be applied for piano teaching techniques as part of her senior thesis. She will present her research at the end of this April. Sitare is so excited to be a part of her last Grand Night. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Hashini Amarasinghe

Hashini is overjoyed to be Assistant Music Directing and playing Violin in Legally Blonde! Last winter, she Assistant Music Directed A Chorus Line, and she hopes to continue taking on this position at Elon. Enjoy the show! Keep an eye out for a head popping up from the pit 🙂

Kyle Brady

Kyle Brady is a sophomore Music Theatre major from Winston-Salem, NC. Previous credits include Legally Blonde, Myths and Hymns, and A Chorus Line at Elon University. Thanks for coming and enjoy the show!

Ella Davison

Victoria Evans

Madelynn Forcier

Madelynn is a sophomore musical theatre major and is very excited to be performing in her second Grand Night at Elon! She would like to thank her friends, professors, and family for their support. LOVE U MOM!!

Sabetha Hersini

Sabetha is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Ithaca, NY. Previous credits include Legally Blonde at Elon University. She is also a member of Elon’s all-female A Capella group the Shirley Tempos. So much love and appreciation to her friends and family that support her. Thank you for being here, and enjoy the show!

Michayla Catron

Gabe Waits

Gabe is thrilled to be in his first Grand Night performance! He is so grateful for the opportunity to perform alongside his incredibly talented classmates and honored to kick off these four years with such a fun show! He would like to thank all of the professors for the time and expertise they have dedicated to this program.