Collage

The etymology of “Collage” suggests gluing together.  

Appropriately, my original attempts to assemble our fall revue in a safe and distanced context resembled a toddler wielding a rubber cement brush still unsure of his dominant hand. This is where wise and skillful students and understanding colleagues came in to collaborate and accommodate. Thank you. 

This evening we share art within constraints; we sing of shedding light, changing times, being found, shaking off the devil, dreaming impossible dreams, using mercy, knowing freedom, and becoming one.  

Now more than ever, it’s crucial to understand that we are inextricably attached (even glued), and our hope is that these songs point us toward our connection; from that understanding, let’s create something beautiful.

Production Team

Special Thanks

Lauren Kearns, Bill Webb, Jason McMerty, JP Mulligan, Julio Matos, Kamal Lado, David McGraw and the House Management Team

Company

Stephanie Ainsworth

Jaelyn Alexander

Tristan Altobelli

Jacob Atkins

Caroline Borio

Kali Clougherty

Haile Ferrier

Micah Day

Audrey Jean Flowers

Travis Flynt

Zeth Dixon

Meredith Fox

Camille Fundingsland

Hannah Hubbard

Jaid Green

Kayla Jordan Jacobs

Kamal Lado

Weston LeCrone

Hannah Kevitt

Elsa Oates Keefe

Sara LiBrandi

MK McDonald

Tyler Okunski

Sayo Oni

Skyler Sajewski

Zion Middleton

Candace Rhodes

Mallorie Sievert

Sujaya Sunkara

Christine Wanda

Stephie Zaharis

John Zamborsky

Giselle Watts

Cullen Zeno

Stephanie Ainsworth

is a proud member of MT '21 and can't believe it's her last collage! She is so grateful for all her amazing professors at Elon and can not thank them enough for their love and support. She will be playing the role of Queenie in The Wild Party for her senior capstone, so stay tuned for information on how to access the show! @stains21

Jaelyn Alexander

Jaelyn is a proud member of the Elon Music Theatre Class of 2022. Some of her recent credits include: Heathers: The Musical, Beast Mode Champion, and The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin. Jaelyn thanks LINK Class 4, the Elon Music Theatre Faculty, and her family for supporting her throughout the years.

Tristan Altobelli

Tristan is super excited to be here and to be a part of Elon performing arts.

Jacob Atkins

Jacob Atkins is thrilled to be making his main stage debut here at Elon University. He will be portraying the role of a “Muse” and couldn’t be more excited! You could find Jacob this past summer working at Highlands Playhouse where he played “Joe Pesci” and Understudied “Franki Valli” in Jersey Boys! Some interesting facts about Jacob are he only eats fries in 2’s, and he is a Marvel Enthusiast! Special shout out to his Mom, Dad, Aunt Lisa, and Belle Noel. @Thejacobatkins

Caroline Borio

Caroline is a sophomore Music Theater major and Honors Fellow from Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. She is so excited to be performing (in person!) alongside her incredibly talented peers this year. She would like to thank her peers, the performing arts faculty, and her family for their continuous support.

Kali Clougherty

Kali is a senior Music Theatre major and is excited to perform in her final Grand Night. She was previously seen in Elon's productions Into the Woods and Beast Mode Champion. She wants to thank her professors, family, and friends for their support during her 4 years at Elon.

Haile Ferrier

Haile Ferrier is a Senior BFA Music Theatre Major and is so excited to be prioritizing her personal growth and preparation as a transitioning professional. She will be participating in The Growing Studio's Link Program/Intensive in January and looks forward to the doors the experience will open. She thanks her parents for their emotional (and financial) support as well as Professor Matos for all he has already brought to the music theatre program.

Micah Day

Micah Day is a Junior Musical Theatre major at Elon University and could not be more excited to get this show up and running! He was last seen this summer in Label•Less: A New Musical (Cast Member) in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he was born and raised! Elon: Into The Woods (Sleeping Beauty/Rapunzels Prince U/S) Micah would like to thank his family and friends for pushing him to be the performer he is today! Sit back, relax, laugh a little, and enjoy the show! @micah.andrew

Audrey Jean Flowers

Audrey is a Senior Music Theater Major here at Elon University and can't believe she is graduating so soon! She is so thankful for the support of her family and teachers along the way!

Travis Flynt

Travis Flynt, born and raised in Sun Valley Idaho, is so excited to be participating in his last ever Grand Night! Some of Travis's favorite credits include Ren McCormack in Footloose, Baby John in West Side Story, and Doctor in Matilda. Travis wants to thank the creative team and creators of these beautiful pieces for so magically transferring this performance to a virtual platform. Thank you to his mom, sister, and amazing friend group. @travis_flynt | travisflynt.com

Zeth Dixon

Zeth Dixon is a 3rd year Music Theatre Major here at Elon University. Some of his favorite credits include Eddie in Mamma Mia (Bigfork Summer Playhouse), Crapshooter/Ensemble in Guys & Dolls (Bigfork Summer Playhouse), Pat Denning/Ensemble in 42nd Street (Elon University), and Man #1 in Songs for a New World (Nashville Children’s Theatre). He is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated and also serves in many leadership positions here on campus.

Meredith Fox

Meredith is a Senior Music Theatre and Arts Administration double major with a minor in Business Administration. She is a Seasonal Entertainment Cast Member at the Walt Disney World Resort. Favorite roles include Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz, Hilary Kelly in Moment, and Helen in Carrie: The Musical. All the love to family and friends for their support.

Camille Fundingsland

Camille Fundingsland is a second year BFA Musical Theatre Major all the way from San Diego, California. She is incredibly excited to take part in her first Elon production as Lorraine in 42nd Street. Recent credits include Little Women (Beth), Xanadu (Kira), and Newsies (Katherine). Special thanks to her voice professor Dr. Polly, Mom, Dad, and her little sis Audrey for all the support! Instagram: @camille_nf

Hannah Hubbard

Hannah is a current senior in the Music Theatre and Arts Administration program here at Elon and she cannot wait to get back on stage, especially in a tap dance show. Hannah's been tapping since she was four years old and has been in various tap shows like Anything Goes and Crazy For You. When not tapping on stage you can find her tapping in the garage with her dad or trying to convince her mom to join in. I hope you enjoy the show!

Jaid Green

Jaid is a junior Music Theatre major and Leadership Fellow from Wyckoff, NJ. In the summer of 2021, she attended Dance Lab NY’s Broadway Choreographer’s Intensive. Last spring, she assistant directed and understudied the role of Rachel in Movin' On. She is ecstatic to be making her mainstage debut in the dance ensemble of Head Over Heels alongside the fiercest company Elon has ever seen. She is a proud member of Vital Signs A Cappella, a campus tour guide, and a Sagittarius. @jaid.green

Kayla Jordan Jacobs

Durham, NC native, Kayla Jordan Jacobs is currently a Senior at Elon University and is working toward a B.F.A in Music Theatre and B.A. in Arts Administration. Her most recent credits include "Stepmother," in Into the Woods and "Granny," in The Bubbly Black Girl. Kayla is grateful and excited to be performing in her very last Grand Night and would like to thank God and her family for getting her through these last four years!

Kamal Lado

Kamal Lado (they/them) is from St. Louis, MO, and a senior at Elon University. They were last seen on the university stage in We Will Rock You. Regionally, Kamal has performed at The Muny, Music Theatre Wichita, and is a member of Actors' Equity Association. Through performing in venues around the country, Kamal began to clearly see the disparities and injustices in a community they had long found solace in. Over the past 4 years, Kamal has developed a passion for advocacy work and activism specifically for Black and queer folx in the theatre. BLACK LIVES MATTER. kamallado.com

Weston LeCrone

Weston is thrilled to be on both sides of the table for his final Elon credit! Previous Elon productions include 42nd Street, Fugitive Songs, Damn Yankees, Bent, and #silenced (Co-Director). Regional/professional credits include The Sound of Music (Beef & Boards), Mamma Mia, Mary Poppins (The Prizery), And Then They Came For Me (Indiana Rep). Special thanks to the cast, crew, and creative team for all their dedication to this project. Much love to Mom and Dad.

Hannah Kevitt

Hannah Kevitt is delighted to be back for her second year at Elon! Some of Hannah’s favorite regional credits include: Miss Saigon (Serenbe Playhouse), A Chorus Line (Heritage Theatre Festival), The Wolves (Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte), South Pacific (Triad Stage), and Fugitive Songs (Elon University). Hannah would like to thank her family and friends for their continued support. Hannah is so grateful for all of the opportunities that she’s received over the years and is beyond excited to be a part of the Elon Music Theatre Family!

Elsa Oates Keefe

Elsa is a junior Music Theatre Major from Lowell, MA. Recent credits include; Fun Home (Paramount Theatre Aurora), Sister Act (Geva Theatre Center), Head Over Heels (Elon University), 42nd Street (Elon University), Bubbly Black Girl (Elon University), The Who’s Tommy (Seacoast Rep). She is a proud YoungArts 2020 winner in Theatre. Many thanks to her mentors, friends, and family for their unwavering support. Special shoutout to her voice teacher Kenneth Lee! @elsakeefe

Sara LiBrandi

Sara LiBrandi (she/her) is a Junior Musical Theatre Major minoring in Women Gender and Sexuality Studies. Sara was thrilled to get the opportunity to spend her fall semester studying acting in London this year! Additionally, she's so thankful to have played Jack's Mom in last year's production of Into The Woods, as well as serve as a student coordinator for Elon Cares, and direct multiple numbers in Grand Night and Collage over the past 2 years. She is so grateful for her Elon Community, friends, and family for their endless support.

MK McDonald

MK McDonald is thrilled to be partaking in her FIRST in-person Grand Night at Elon University! MT Class of '24. Proud cat mom.

Tyler Okunski

Tyler is a senior music theatre major from California. During March 2020, Tyler was set to play Monty in Elon’s production of Violet so he’s thrilled to have one more opportunity to perform in Roberts Studio Theater in Movin' On. Other theatrical credits include Danny Zuko in Grease and Wadsworth in Clue: On Stage. Much love to family, as always.

Sayo Oni

Sayo Oni is a Junior at Elon University in the Musical Theatre BFA program. Some of his most recent credits are The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, Beast Mode Champion, and Songs for a New World. Sayo would like to thank his mom, dad, sisters, niece, and extended family and friends for their unlimited support. Sayo would also like to thank the creative team and cast for all of their hard work on this production. He's incredibly grateful for the opportunity to perform and be surrounded by this talented ensemble.

Skyler Sajewski

Skyler Sajewski is a senior Musical Theatre Major, with minors in Business and Literature. She is thrilled to be making her Elon Mainstage Debut as Cinderella in Into the Woods! You may have also seen her in Elon’s production of The Wolves as #2. Skyler is honored to celebrate live theatre being back with such a stellar cast, crew, and creative team. Favorite credits include Julia (The Wedding Singer), Kate (Kiss Me Kate), and Dream Laurie (Oklahoma!). Much love to her family and friends, whose support and love mean everything in the world to her.

Zion Middleton

Zion Middleton is a junior BFA Music Theatre major from McDonough, Ga. His passion for social justice and change in today’s society is what drives his need to perform. Outside of performing he enjoys directing, playing soccer, and working at the Boys and Girl’s Club of Alamance County. Other theatre credits include: Aldolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone, Judas in Godspell. Lucas in Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, and Fortinbras in Hamlet. Special thanks to his mother, grandmother and brother!

Candace Rhodes

Candace Rhodes is a senior music theatre major at Elon University. She has played various roles such as Working the Musical, Grand Hotel, Once on this Island, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, and Elon’s workshop production of Movin' On. Candace is thrilled to be a part of the production of Elon’s Head Over Heels. She wants to thank God, her family, and her closest friends for their consistent support. @candace.roseee

Mallorie Sievert

Mallorie is a junior Music Theatre major and Math minor in the Honors Fellows program, and she is so excited to be a part of this production! She was a 2020 National YoungArts finalist and US Presidential Scholar in the Arts, and some of her favorite roles have been Jo March in Little Women and Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Sujaya Sunkara

Sujaya Sunkara is a graduating senior BFA Music Theatre major from Cincinnati, OH. She was most recently seen as the Baker’s Wife in Into The Woods and Gabrielle in Cinderella at Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre. Sujaya would like to thank her friends, family, her dog Turk, and all of the Elon faculty and students for everything they have given her. Last Grand Night.

Christine Wanda

Christine Wanda is a Senior Music Theatre major from Arlington, VA. She recently starred in Elon's winter musical, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, as the title character, Viveca Stanton. Other credits include: Ti Moune in Once On this Island, John Merrick in The Elephant Man, and the ensemble of American Idiot. She'd like to thank the entire Elon Performing Arts program for shaping her into the artist she is today. Thank you for a beautiful four years. Website: thechristinewanda.com

Stephie Zaharis

John Zamborsky

John is a junior at Elon University from Port Orange, FL. While majoring in Music Theatre, he also minors in Sociology and Dance. Professional highlights include: The Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow), Priscilla Queen of the Desert (Young Bernadette), and Hair (Margaret Mead) at the Forestburgh Playhouse. Selected Elon credits: We Will Rock You (Galileo), Damn Yankees (Rocky), Cabaret (Dance Captain/Swing), and Sweeney Todd (Ensemble). John would like to thank his family, his friends, and his professors for their constant support. Check me out on Instagram @izamwhoiam or visit www.johnzamborsky.com!

Giselle Watts

Giselle is a senior Music Theatre major with a minor in Creative Writing from Richmond, VA! In her sophomore fall, she made her Elon Debut as an understudy in Beast Mode Champion. That same school year, she understudied in the Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin and participated as the Community Outreach Coordinator for the show. You may have recently seen her last J-Term as Snow White/Little Red U/S in Into the Woods. Giselle is thankful for her family and friends and their constant support. This being Giselle's last Collage, she hopes that you will enjoy the show!

Cullen Zeno

Cullen is thrilled to be a part of the legacy that is The Moment. He loved collaborating with his fellow black performers to celebrate our blackness. Lastly, WE DEM FLAMES! Go Phoenix!