Presenting the WCSPA’s 2015-2016 Season BUSINESS AD DIRECTORY BUSINESS PAGE # BUSINESS PAGE # The 1940’s Radio Hour • November 20 & 21, 2015 All Star Window Cleaning ...... 21 Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedics ...... 58 Join us as we celebrate the spirit of a bygone era when the world was at war and pop Advanced Breast Care Center ...... 54 Michigan Opera Theatre ...... 70 music meant “Strike Up the Band” and “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”. A marvelously Anita’s Elite Dance ...... 21 Michigan State University Dept. of Theatre ...... 20 theatrical collection of characters struggle to present a live radio broadcast of The Ash-Con Pavement Maintenance ...... 29 Mike’s Tree Surgeons ...... 22 Mutual Manhattan Variety Cavalcade on December 21, 1942. 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This theatrical dance concert is conceptualized and produced by students eFoster Care ...... 19 Shawn Taylor & Associates ...... 58 with staff guidance, allowing them to work from vision to creation in the most authentic Extra Credit Union ...... IF Fedor Camargo Weston PLC...... 56 Signed, Sealed, Delivered ...... 49 way. Many students expand their creativity through the technical design elements— Fidelity Appraisal...... 32 Small Wonders ...... 56 including lights, sound, multi-media and costumes. From the choreography and Focus Forward Coaching, LLC...... 57 Specialty Coatings, Inc ...... 46 dancing to the splashes of color and fabric—it is a true student creation. Winterfest Forte Salon...... 55 Sterling Heights High School Administration...... 60 Sterling Heights High School Band Boosters...... 60 has a broad range of theatrical dance styles--from the hottest hip-hop and jazz moves Fusion Dance Academy ...... 46 to more lyrical or modern styles. Staff and guest choreographers develop pieces which Gentle Dental ...... 48 Sterling Heights High School Booster Club ...... 62 Gentle Dentist Smile Spa ...... 30 Strongheart Yoga ...... 48 explore other styles including ballroom, Broadway-style tap and jazz, and musical Gotta Dance Dance Studio ...... 7 Studio One Yoga & Dance...... 57 theatre vignettes. Winterfest will thrill and entertain audiences of all ages, with a little Great Lakes Child Development Center ...... 47 Studios @ Michigan ...... 42 & 43 bit of something for everyone! G-Tek Professional Graphics ...... 59 TV Store Online ...... 32 Hardy, Lewis & Page, P.C...... 50 Trion Solutions ...... 22 Hamilton Chevrolet ...... BC Vanguard Cleaning ...... 31 Highest Honor ...... 6 United VIP Credit Union ...... 55 School House Rock, “Live” • March 18 & 19, 2016 Jenny’s Salon...... 57 University of Phoenix ...... 56 Jimmy’s Coney...... 59 Warren Civic Theatre ...... 60 A pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage! KMR Construction...... 59 Warren Community Center ...... 28 Kutchey Family Market...... 49 Warren Cornerstone Family Physicians ...... 22 The Emmy Award-winning 1970’s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, Leon & Lulu...... 59 Warren Mott High School ...... 62 grammar, math, science and politics through clever, tuneful songs is back, instructing Leo’s Coney Island...... 32 Warren Woods Christian School Childcare ...... 11 a whole new generation to “Unpack Your Adjectives” and “Do The Circulations” and Levada Photography...... 49 Wayne State University Theatre & Dance ...... 12 lighting up our stage. Beloved Schoolhouse Rock songs such as “Just A Bill”, “Lolly, Macomb Self Storage ...... 58 WCS Board of Education ...... 6 Lolly, Lolly” and “Conjunction Junction” will delight audiences in this sure-fire Macomb Surgical Specialists PLC...... 54 WCS Middle School Visual and Performing Arts ...... 4 Macomb Tutoruing ...... 44 WCS OCI ...... 41 entertainment that’s simply good, clean—and educational—fun. Marianne Stefan DDS, PC ...... 44 Wunderground Magic ...... 45 Matoshko Chiropractic ...... 47 Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons ...... 57

PERSONAL AD DIRECTORY Meghan Andrzejewski ...... 72 Sarah Gunter ...... 72 The Addams Family • May 20 & 21, 2016 Christina Badia ...... 73 Christopher Kaifesh ...... 63 Eric Balamucki ...... 81 Dallas Kieler ...... 73 & 80 The Addams Family musical builds on the beloved characters many of us grew up on Gabriel Balowski ...... 76 Dallas LaCross ...... 71 through cartoons, television and the movies. It features a brand new, original story... Sydney Baranski ...... 68 Emily Louden ...... 71 and it happens to be every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the daughter of Brandon Barker ...... 75 Bernadette Magner...... 78 Brooke Beebe ...... 72 Lea Macinic ...... 64 darkness, is now grown up and she has fallen in love with a sweet, smart, perfectly Ketura Bradford ...... 73 Kevin Milhim ...... 67 normal young man from a respectable family—the complete opposite of what her Rebekah Coy ...... 66 Rosalyn Reese ...... 73 & 74 family would expect. Wednesday confides in her father (Gomez) and begs him not to Shelby Eppich ...... 65 Casey Selewski ...... 74 tell her mother (Morticia). Now, Gomez must do something he’s never done before: Erin Esser...... 76 Michael Slowik ...... 71 keep a secret from his wife. Everything will change for both families on the fateful night Jillian Evennou ...... 66 The Costume & Scene Shop ...... 31 Michael Gault ...... 69 Madison Morse ...... 61 when the Addams decide to host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and Sarah Greenwald ...... 74 Jake Price ...... 74 his parents. Two worlds are about to collide and it will take the effort of both families (along with some help from the Addams’ ancestors) to try to make things right.

82 3 Eric, We are extremely proud of you and the fine young man you have become! We look forward to seeing what god has in store for your future. Wishing you a life filled with love, joy and success!

Love You Always, Mom, EJ & Daniel

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Eric Balamucki Level 4 Erin, Eric Balamucki, Senior, CHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. He is interested in acting, improvisation, improv comedy, stand-up, and sketch comedy. He enjoys playing bass guitar at an extremely loud volume. He listens to everything from heavy metal to electronic music. We love Eric is excited for the upcoming season. everything

about you - Gabriel Balowski Level 4 Gabriel Thomas Balowski, Senior, SHHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. He likes to act, every quirky sing, and play piano or guitar. He has performed as Pig-Pen in the musical Snoopy!, Chad in the play Almost Maine, Robert Mullins in the musical Peter Pan, Martin Vanderhof in the bit. Just play You Can’t Take It With You, Amos Hart in the musical Chicago, and most recently as Neal Tilden in the musical The 1940’s Radio Hour. He is planning on going to a university always be to study acting. your own Sydney Baranski Level 4 kind of beautiful. Sydney Baranski, Senior, CHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. She has been dancing for fourteen years, and is a current dancer at Suzette’s Masters of Dance. She has most recently performed in Thoroughly Modern Millie and was assistant choreographer for Peter Pan. Sydney is looking forward to performing as Alice Kirby in The 1940’s Radio Hour, and all the - Mom, Dad and Andrew upcoming WCSPA productions this season.

We are so proud of you Gabriel and all you have accomplished as a performer and student! Brandon Barker Level 4 Brandon Barker, Senior, SHHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. He loves technical theatre. From your very first performance to your last He was given the responsibility of designing the set for The 1940’s Radio Hour. Brandon one with WCSPA, you continue to AMAZE! us! wants to attend either Michigan State University or Western Michigan University to study We LOVE YOU! God has certainly blessed us scenic design and technical theatre. with your love! We could not be happier with the strong willed, bright and talented man you have become! May you continue to SHINE in all your future dreams! Congratulations!! Best of Luck always, Grandma, Uncle Don, Ketura Bradford Level 4 Mom, Aunt Patti and Family! Ketura Bradford, Senior, CHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. She was Violet Grey in her freshman show Snoopy, and appeared as Muzzy Van Hossmere in Thoroughly Modern Millie. She has been on costume crew for every show since her sophomore year. Ketura likes to sing and act, but hopes to pursue a career in costume design and construction. She is looking forward to working on this seasons’ shows. Ketura wishes to continue working backstage Baby Seniors: and is looking forward to attending school at a university next fall. 1. Eric Balamuchi 9. Robert Wahby 17. Sasha McCullom 2. Sydney Baranski 10. Kevin Milhim 18. Gabriel Balowski 3. Chris Kaifesh 11. Keara Shoglund 19. Rebecca Chang 4. Sarah Gunter 12. Aireen Bartolome 20. June Wygant Rebekah Coy Level 4 Rebekah Coy, Senior, SHHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. She is currently the captain of the school’s swim team and is the section 5. Ketura Bradford 13. Brandon Barker 21. Nicholas Osenberg leader for the color guard in marching band. In the past, Rebekah has performed in shows such as Snoopy!, Peter Pan, Shrek the Musical, 6. Dallas Kieler 14. Robert Buford 22. Shelby Eppich Mary Sunshine in Chicago, Rita in Thoroughly Modern Millie, a Bird Girl in Seussical, and will be playing Ruth Boylan in The 1940’s Radio Hour. She has also done tech for Almost, Maine, Winterfest (2014), Dora the Explorer Live, and You Can’t Take It With You. She is currently 7. Rebekah Coy 15. Michael Slowik 23. Mike Gault taking private voice lessons and is a student teacher for a musical theatre dance class. In her spare time, Rebekah reads, writes, and loves to 8. Brittany Roby 16. Dallas LaCross spend time with her family, especially her twin sister, Rachel, and her friends. She has also done well in school and had all A’s last year. In her last year as a WCSPA student, Rebekah wants to create more friendships and make the most of her time by having as much fun as possible! 76 9 WCS Performing Artists • Level 4

Shelby Eppich Level 4 Shelby Eppich, Senior, CHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. She has been dancing since she was seven years old. Acting is her favorite aspect of theatre, and she has choreographed Brandon, two musical productions in the past year. She can’t thank her family and friends enough for the unconditional love and support, and loves them for all they do. She has played Ruth in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Alice Sycamore in You Can’t Take It With You, Marvalynn in We all are so very proud of all Almost Maine, and Twin #1 in Peter Pan. She’s very excited to pursue theatre in college next year. you have achieved these past four years Sarah Gunter Level 4 Sarah Gunter, Senior, SHHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. She is the current President & we hope your of Troupe 1000. She has been doing theatre since the 6th Grade. While in WCSPA, she has played Peppermint Patty in Snoopy!, Rhonda in Almost, Maine, Mrs. Darling in Peter Pan, senior year brings Matron Mama Morton in Chicago, and Alice in Thoroughly Modern Millie. She plans on going into musical theatre next year in college. you all that you desire! Christopher Kaifesh Level 4 Christopher Kaifesh, Senior, SHHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. Christopher has been in over thirty productions with numerous theatre groups in the past six years. A few of his favorite roles include: Linus in Snoopy! (WCSPA), Aladdin in Aladdin, Jr. (WCT), and Ryan in High School Musical (SYT). Christopher We love you always! is incredibly thankful for all the opportunities he has been given, and is very excited for his final year in high school. He thanks his family and friends for all their support, especially throughout these last four years. Also, Christopher is thrilled to announce he will be attending Michigan State University in the fall of 2016, majoring in Arts and Humanities through RCAH. Go Spartans! Mom, Dad & Alyssa, Dallas Kieler Level 4 and everyone else Dallas Kieler, Senior, CHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. She has been dancing since she was two years old. She has participated in Snoopy, Winterfest, Peter Pan, Chicago, in our family and Thoroughly Modern Millie. Dallas is so grateful that her friends and family are there to support her. She is looking forward to working on this season of shows. (too many to fit on this page)

Dallas LaCross Level 4 Dallas LaCross, Senior, CHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. Dallas has come to love all aspects of performing arts after her first three years in the program. She played the role of Marcie in the musical Snoopy! and was on makeup crew for Man of La Mancha her first year in the program. During her second year, Dallas performed on the trapeze for Starfish Circus, was technical director for Almost Maine, and performed as Nana in WCSPA’s production of Peter Pan. She also performed in four numbers for WCSPA’s Winterfest (2014). Her third year in WCSPA, Dallas participated in gratuitous chorus work and extended her role as a group leader in Chicago and Thoroughly Modern Millie. This year, Dallas looks forward to performing in the fall show for the first time and challenging herself as a choreographer in Winterfest (2016).

Kevin Milhim Level 4 Kevin Milhim, Senior, SHHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. He played Charlie Brown in Snoopy!, Steve in Almost Maine, and Paul Sycamore in You Can’t Take It With You. In his spare time, he likes to play the trumpet in the school marching band. He also enjoys dance class, Boy Scouts, church groups, voice lessons, and guitar lessons. He plans on going to college and becoming a film actor.

10 75 WCS Performing Artists • Level 4 Casey Moira, Keara Skoglund Level 4 You make us so proud in everything Keara Skoglund, Senior, WMHS, is a fourth year student at WCSPA. She has been dancing since she was three years old. In her free time, Keara enjoys reading, listening to music, and you take on in life. You are a dancing. She is very excited for this season, and she cannot wait to learn more about prop priceless gem with a contagious construction and design. laugh & a captivating smile. We are so blessed. We Love You!! Gnome Level 7 Dad, Mom & Hannah Gnome, Level 7, is excited to return to WCSPA and all of this year’s shows once again. The Gnome began his career in 2009 with Rugrats: A Live Adventure! Some of his favorite roles include Garden Gnome in Beauty and the Beast, Burglar Gnome in Noises Off, and Pirate Gnome in Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Pirate Adventure. He would like to thank Andrew Guay for introducing him to performing. The Jake, Gnome would like to give a big shout out to all the other Gnomes out there as well as any other yard decorations that resemble animals or mythical creatures. He looks forward to the year ahead and is You make us Laugh, You quite sure you’ll be able to spot him in each of the shows . . . if you have 20/20 vision. make us Proud, You are the Shining Star in our Family!!! Keep Dancing Keep Singing Dream Big and Buy Prada!

Love you, Dad, Mom, Robin & Katie

Rosalyn, You have always made our family proud. Keep On Keepin’ On.

Love, Mom, Dad & Jacob

Sarah: We are so proud of the kind, smart, dedicated, beautiful, and talented young lady that you are. Continue to work hard as you always have and all your dreams will come true. You bring our family so much joy. We love you and look forward to seeing you on stage this year J XXOO Mom, Dad, Kayla, Jonathan & Austin 74 11 To our FAVORITE grandchild- We love you so much & wish you the best. Love, Grandma & Grandpa

Dallas, Thank you for all entertainment you have given me over the years, on and off the stage, Iam excited to see the next chapter of your life. I hope you continue to dance and act and follow all your dreams.....

Love, Jenny 12 73 WCS Performing Artists • Level 3

Congratulations to our Meghan Andrzejewski Level 3 Meghan Andrzejewski, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She has been singing, Shining Star, Brooke Beebe. dancing, and acting for ten years. Meghan loves performing and enjoys being on makeup crew. She has played the flute since fifth grade. Meghan is looking forward to all of the We are so proud of you. The shows this year and in the future. She would like to pursue a career in performing. sky is the limit!

Love, Christina Badia Mom, Dad & Blake Level 3 Christina Badia, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Christina has stage managed You Can’t Take it With You, and assistant stage managed Thoroughly Modern Millie. Christina also collaborated with another student designing sound for The 1940’s Radio Hour. In the future, she hopes to become a professional stage manager.

Aireen Bartolome Level 3 Aireen Bartolome, Senior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Aireen was a part of shift crew for Peter Pan, served as assistant technical director for You Can’t Take It With You, and as the stage manager for The 1940’s Radio Hour. She is looking forward to expanding her knowledge of theatre in WCSPA. Aireen is interested in pursuing technical theatre and if that does not work out, there’s always nursing. Go Ma!

Brooke Beebe Level 3 We love you Sarah, So proud of Brooke Beebe, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Brooke loves to sing, dance, and act. She was cast in Dora the Explorer, Chicago, Thoroughly Modern Millie, and The you! Much Love and Blessings, 1940’s Radio Hour and she has also been in several plays at her church. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. In the future, Brooke wants to be an anesthesiologist or Mom, Steven & Lizzie XO a gynecologist.

Makyah Coleman Level 3 Makyah Coleman, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Makyah enjoys artistic things such as drawing, photography, dancing, acting and singing. Makyah was cast as The Map in Dora the Explorer here at WCSPA and enjoyed the experience. She was recently cast as a Boylan Sister in WCSPA’s fall show The 1940’s Radio Hour and is truly enjoying all the music she gets to learn and sing. Makyah has a long background of singing and dancing, and plans to continue to learn more of both. In the future, she plans on being a professional singer and or a musical producer.

Aleja Ellis Level 3 Aleja Ellis, Junior, SHHS is a third year student at WCSPA. She enjoys singing and acting. After high school, she plans to move to Los Angeles and go to the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising for costume or fashion design. She played Dora in Dora the Explorer her freshmen year. Aleja enjoys WCSPA because she likes to entertain people with her gregarious personality. Aleja was also featured as a (Caramel Drop) Boylan Sister in The 1940’s Radio Hour and enjoys ironing muslin in the costume shop!

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Erin Esser Level 3 Erin Esser, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Erin has seven years of gymnastics Dallas, experience and has been a part of several other sports (such as swimming) and has achieved a black belt in Choi Kwong Do. Currently, she is part of the SHHS Marching Stallions (marching band) and is the color guard Captain. Erin has done several exciting things in WCSPA Can’t believe including assistant stage managing Chicago and stage managing Thoroughly Modern Millie. She is very excited to stage manage Winterfest. this is the last year. Couldn’t be Jillian Evennou Level 3 prouder of you! Jillian Evennou, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Jillian has been in a few shows at the Warren Civic Theater, including Beauty and the Beast, Shrek the Musical, Willy Wonka, and Aladdin. She has also been in a few WCSPA shows including Dora The Explorer, We love you and Thoroughly Modern Millie, and Chicago. Jillian has wanted to be in theatre since she was three years old. In the future, she wants to pursue a career on Broadway. thanks for the memories. MyKail Flinoil Level 3 MyKail Flinoil, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. MyKail loves to listen to music and dance. MyKail’s favorite thing to do is listen to music and sing to it, while doing just Love, Mom & about everything. In the future, she looks forward to starting a dance studio after high school and going to college hopefully at either Hampton or Western University. Dad & Lil Buddy

Donte Foster Level 3 Emily, Donte Foster, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Donte loves performing in any area. Donte also is the hype man/MC for the SHHS pep rally! He has been in several plays Reach for the stars. including Sister Act. He also enjoys singing a lot and being a comedian. Donte lives in the Go for your dreams. costume shop where he is doing what he loves, sewing! He even has started doing costume design and rendering. He is a very outspoken, out-going boy and is a natural born leader. You are our superstar!

Michael Gault Level 3 Love, Mom, Dad, Michael Gault, Senior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Michael has been in a few Shannon & Angela plays, such as You Can’t Take It With You. Michael is a very hardworking student and constructs the sets for the plays and musicals at WCSPA. He is excited to be working as assistant technical director for The 1940’s Radio Hour. Michael’s hobbies are watching movies and playing football. He is also an Eagle Scout. Michael would like to pursue a career Michael, in theatrical design and technical direction. We are very proud of you! May every one of your Briyona Ghanem Level 3 dreams come true. Briyona Ghanem, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Briyona has performed in various plays and has attended many dance classes. Her love is playing sports and she is We love you. looking to improve in any ways possible. She also enjoys singing. She is looking forward to a wonderful and flourishing career in WCSPA for these next couple of years. Mom, Dad, Amanda, Grandma, Dzia Dzia, Uncle Jim & Aunt Amy

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Sarah Greenwald Level 3 Sarah Greenwald, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She has been dancing for thirteen years at Gotta Dance dance studio. Sarah has performed in several musicals, such as Dora the Explorer, Chicago, and Thoroughly Modern Millie. She has danced for the NBA Pistons and has been in several different dance shows and concept videos. Sarah has choreographed and danced at many cancer charity fundraising events throughout Michigan and recently landed a dancing role in the upcoming movie Pitchfork, which was filmed over the summer.

Gabrielle Hurst Level 3 Gabrielle Hurst, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She has completed ten years of competitive dancing and wants to pursue a professional dancing career. She wants go to UCLA or AMDA for dance after high school to extend her experience and training.

Brianna Kubiak Level 3 Brianna Kubiak, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She has been performing since she was three years old, and she is so excited for the WCSPA shows this year. Last year she was in WCSPA’s production of You Can’t Take It With You as Gay Wellington, and also performed in Thoroughly Modern Millie as Cora.

Kevin Mazur Level 3 Kevin Mazur, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Kevin was cast in all four of last year’s productions. He was in Chicago as part of the Men-semble (featured dancers/singers) and as Jimmy Smith in Thoroughly Modern Millie. Kevin also starred as Diego in Dora the Explorer and worked a spotlight in Peter Pan. Kevin has been cast in over twenty-five shows at Warren Civic Theater, Stagecrafters, and Sterling Civic Theater. He has played the trumpet for three years and taught himself to play piano.

Sasha McCullom Level 3 Sasha McCullom, Senior, CHS, is a third year student in WCSPA. When she was eight years old, she played a sheep herder in Where is Simon Shepard? and has loved the stage since. She enjoys poetry and loves to read. Sasha wants to move to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. She is looking forward to the future and whatever it may bring.

Davi Murray Level 3 Davi Murray, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Davi has been dancing since she was six years old at Detroit Windsor Dance Academy. She has performed at the Detroit Opera House and the Detroit Music Hall. She is looking forward to becoming stronger as an actor and dancer in WCSPA.

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Daysia Parham Level 3 Daysia Parham, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Daysia has loved singing since she was two years old. Daysia worked backstage in Stacy J. Productions, plays alto saxophone, and has been in competitions since the 7th grade. She also worked backstage in Honk, Jr. and participated in the show Thoroughly Modern Millie. She also likes to chill and just hang out with friends.

Megan Pecoraro Level 3 Megan Pecoraro, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Megan has been in several plays in elementary school and outside of school. She danced at Gotta Dance dance studio with a competitive team and has been dancing since she was four years old. Megan is currently on the Cousino Varsity Dance Team. Megan would like to pursue her college dreams at Duke University.

Sotabdi Ray Level 3 Sotabdi Ray, Junior, WMHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She has been singing since she was six years old. In Level 1, she was in Dora and in Level 2 she was in Thoroughly Modern Mille. She can’t wait until The Addam’s Family, WCSPA’s spring musical.

Rosalyn Reese Level 3 Rosalyn Reese, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She enjoys reading, writing, and watching movies. She hopes to further her knowledge in lighting and other areas and is excited to work on the upcoming season of shows.

Hannah Skierski Level 3 Hannah Skierski, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She has been acting since she was seven years old. Hannah has performed in a total of fourteen shows, including All Shook Up, Les Miserables, and Grease. Hannah is looking forward to her third year at WCSPA and all that WCSPA has to offer. She plans to major in musical theatre when she is older.

Marko Stanojevic Level 3 Michael, We are so proud of you. Be and always be the Marko Stanojevic, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Marko is very excited to play Clifton Feddington in WCSPA’s production of The 1940’s Radio Hour. Marko really loves optimist. e hoper of far-Flung Hopes. e Dreamer photography and music, as well as theatre. Marko is very excited for his junior year and plans to study theatre in college. of Improbable Dreams. We love you. Mom, Dad, Natalie, Melissa, Emma and Olivia. xoxoxo

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Corey Turner Level 3 Corey Turner, Senior, SHHS, is in his second year of WCSPA. He loves this program. Even though it is his second year in this program, he is a Level 3 student. Corey is a professional dancer and choreographer. He has danced for several artists, and has performed in many music videos and commercials. Also, he has gone to the World Dance Championships for his hip-hop dancing skills in L.A. He can’t wait for the year to come in WCSPA.

Preston Vaisanen Level 3 Preston Vaisanen, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. He is very excited to work in Best Wishes to the One and Only Sydney the scene shop this year. He is also excited for the spring musical this year. Baranski. We saw her bring the bossy, but beloved Lucy VanPelt to life in Snoopy. We watched her aggression turn to surprise and sealed with a kiss in Almost, Maine. We followed her as she sang and danced her Robert Wahby Level 3 way to murder acquittal as Roxie in Chicago. Robert Wahby, Senior, is a third year student at WCSPA. He left the program last year, but has come back for his senior year. He has been in the casts of Almost Maine, Peter Pan, Now, we look forward to seeing her shine in Snoopy, and played a small part in Man of La Mancha. He dreams of becoming a professional a little show called LIFE. Break a leg! singer, but is going to college for biomedical engineering. Love and Pride from your forever fans, Mom, Dad, Justin and Parker, Nanie and Doug, Grandpa Richard, Grandpa Larry and Nana Jo, Audrey Warren Level 3 Audrey Warren, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She is looking forward to this in spirit, Papa and Ga coming season and being able to take advantage of the opportunities in the WCSPA program this year. Last year, she played Penny Sycamore in You Can’t Take It With You. In her spare time, Audrey enjoys doing Girl Scouts, writing, and drawing.

Melanie Wilking Level 3 Melanie Wilking, Junior, SHHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Melanie has been dancing since she was two years old at Gotta Dance dance studio, and she continues to pursue her love for dance. She was featured on the television series Dance Moms as a featured dancer. She also has original songs out, and she is continuing to explore her love for music and singing. Melanie has dreams of becoming an entertainer and is excited to learn more in WCSPA to help her make her dreams a reality.

Isabelle Wither Level 3 Isabelle Wither, Junior, CHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. Isabelle was a dancer in last year’s performance of Thoroughly Modern Millie, and was on costume crew for Chicago. She also has done makeup crew for various performances including You Can’t Take It With You and Peter Pan. She is looking forward to performing and crewing makeup in WCSPA and spending another year being a part of the WCSPA family.

68 17 WCS Performing Artists • Level 3 Alina Zhuravel Level 3 Kevin, Alina Zhuravel, Senior, WMHS, is a third year student at WCSPA. She loves to dance, act, and crew stage makeup. Alina is in the Echoes of Ukraine dance ensemble. This year, she is excited to be dancing in Winterfest. In the future, Alina plans to get a degree in International Throughout his WCSPA years... Business and travel the world.

Have a super senior year! Love, Mom, Dad & Michael 18 67 Jillian, Keep doing what you LOVE and LOVE what you’re doing. Let your sparkle SHINE like top of the Chrysler building!

We are beyond proud of you!

Love you, Dad and Mom XOXO

REBEKAH COY Thank you Rebekah for bringing us Laughter until we cry Music that makes us sing Joy that fills our hearts

Love, Dad, Mom and Rachel

66 19 Shelby, We are so proud of you! You have become a beautiful woman, a star on stage and in our world. We know you will continue to accomplish all your dreams. We love you Shelby D. Break a leg this year!

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Robert Buford Level 2 Robert Buford, Senior, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. He is the piano player for the Cousino jazz band and plays the alto sax in marching band. He used to sing in recitals. He’s on the Varsity Wrestling team and he used to do gymnastics. He is playing Zoot Doubleman in The 1940s Radio Hour.

Mary Burley Level 2 Mary Burley, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She came into the program for dance. She has danced for four years doing jazz and lyrical. She spends some of her free time doing color guard. She loves to read and hang out with friends. Her first show was Honk, Jr.

Mackenna Byrd Level 2 Mackenna Byrd, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Mackenna wants to focus on technical theatre in the program. She has been in band for six years. She is excited to be involved with the program and to learn more about the arts.

Hayley Christiansen Level 2 Hayley Christiansen, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She hopes to continue her academics in WCSPA and to improve her acting skills. She has been in plays such as Tarzan and Cats. She is looking forward to continuing to learn and grow in WCSPA.

Tatyana Hardwick Level 2 Tatyana Hardwick, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She has participated in shows such as Aladdin and Oliver Twist. Tatyana has been dancing for six years and is mostly excited for Winterfest. She also enjoys playing volleyball and basketball. Her goal this year is to continue to improve on acting and dancing.

Christian Humes Level 2 Christian Humes, Senior, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. He has helped in the production of Dora the Explorer and has performed at Shakespeare Night as a freshman in Level One. He loves attending WCSPA and one day hopes to become a great actor, singer, dancer, and director in Hollywood.

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Daniel Jaworski Level 2 Daniel Jaworski, Junior, WMHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. He is looking forward to participating in as many shop calls as possible he would like to learn how to design and work with programs like AutoCAD. He would also like to get learn how to work with lighting like setting up light plots, hanging lights, and properly getting the stage LIT!

Lily Juncaj Level 2 Lily Juncaj, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She came into the program to sing, act, and dance. She danced for about seven years. She loves to sing in her free time. She was in the musical Honk, Jr.

Jason Kazmierczak Level 2 Jason Kazmierczak, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Jason is a very musical person. He has played the trumpet since the 5th grade and was in marching band again this year. He has been in several elementary school plays and portrayed the Ugly Duckling in Honk, Jr. Jason is really excited to be an Assistant Stage Manager for Winterfest. He hopes to learn more to improve his future career.

Bernadette Magner Level 2 Bernadette Magner, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Bernadette has been singing since before she could talk. She has been performing since her dad put her on stage at the age of five. The first show she ever did was Oliver! She starred as The Cat in Honk, Jr. She enjoys special effects, creating costumes, and appearing on stage. She can’t wait for what is heading her way for this year!

Nicolas Manuel Level 2 Nicolas Manuel, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. He danced for nine years and played piano for seven years. His first show was Honk, Jr. He worked in the costume shop for Thoroughly Modern Millie. He is going to be dancing in Winterfest, which he is excited about. He would like to pursue a profession in either the medical or entertainment field. Madison Morse, It’s time for you to shine, brighter than a shooting star. Freda Monroe Level 2 Shine bright no matter Freda Monroe, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Freda has played various roles in several productions, including JoJo in Seussical the Musical and Ursula in Bye where you are. Bye, Birdie. She likes to sing, act, dance, and sleep. We love you, Dad, Mom & Gavin 24 61 WCS Performing Artists • Level 2

Sunny Naim Level 2 Sunny Naim, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Sunny loves to act and sing. She is very excited to participate in all the shows this year. She also participates in performances for her church. She was an ASM for The 1940’s Radio Hour. She’s VERY positive.

Jennifer Nguyen Level 2 Jennifer Nguyen, Sophomore, WMHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Jennifer loves to make others smile. WCSPA is helping her break out of her shell. She’s often called “Jay”, a short nickname from her friends. Jay hopes to be a vocalist in a band in the future.

Nicholas Pietras Level 2 Nicholas Pietras, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Nick is very into Lacrosse. He plays for Special Forces Lax, All American Box Lacrosse, and for his high school, Cousino. Nick also plays soccer, basketball, and baseball. He has enjoyed his WCSPA experience so far and is excited to pursue it all the way to his senior year. He wishes to play Division One Lacrosse at Albany University.

Jake Price Level 2 Jake Price, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Jake loves to dance, act and perform. He looks forward to all the shows this year whether he is in them or helping out backstage!

Alexis Rose Level 2 Alexis Rose, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She has been dancing for thirteen years and attends Fusion Dance Academy. In her elementary school, she starred in four plays. Last year she starred in her first musical Honk, Jr. and helped with props on the spring show, Thoroughly Modern Millie. Alexis enjoys playing softball, swimming, and watching movies. She hopes to learn more about theatre and how to maintain her propmaster status.

Casey Selewski Level 2 Casey Selewski, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Casey loves theatre and the atmosphere at WCSPA. She played in Honk, Jr. as Dot and likes to sew in the costume shop. She is on the Cousino Swim Team. In her future, she would love to go into the medical field, but still keep an interest in performing arts.

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Deja Shipp Level 2 Deja Shipp, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Deja has been dancing since the age of four. She has done ballet, jazz, praise, hip-hop, tap, lyrical and modern. She loves to sing. She was in the Detroit Children’s Choir for seven years. She sang at a Tigers Bring this ad in for game in the summer of 2014. She played a frog and a chicken in Honk, Jr. She was on We Deliver makeup crew for Thoroughly Modern Millie. When Deja grows up, she wants to be a dancer ($8 Minimum) 15% O and singer on Broadway. your bill

Courtney Skrinner Level 2 Courtney Skrinner, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Courtney has been dancing since she was three years old. She currently competes for Tina Marie’s School of Dance. She took acting lessons for years and has worked on a couple of short films which she helped do the makeup for. She worked on the makeup crew for Thoroughly Modern Millie and is excited to work on more shows this year. When she graduates she wants to pursue a career as a special effects makeup artist.

Ari Smith Level 2 Ari Smith, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Ari is excited to be doing WCSPA because it is a lot of fun and there is a lot to learn. He feels blessed to be in a program like WCSPA because there aren’t many schools that have specific classes in the performing arts. He also wants to major in animation and graphic design when he gets into college.

Cierra Spangler Level 2 Cierra Spangler, Sophomore, WMHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Cierra likes to sing and play the piano, and she also enjoys reading. She would like to do sound design the rest of her years at WCSPA. When not in WCSPA, Cierra cheers for Warren Mott’s Cheer Team.

Malen Taylor Level 2 Malen Taylor, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Malen has done over eleven shows, and her most recent role was Rosie in Bye Bye, Birdie at Warren Civic Theater. Her favorite roles were Ida in Honk, Jr. (WCSPA) and Genie in Aladdin, Jr. (WCT). Malen hopes to pursue theatre in the future.

Savannah Ternullo Level 2 Savannah Ternullo, Junior, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She is interested in singing, acting, and technical theatre. She loves to sing, play instruments, and write songs. She has been in The Wizard of Oz, Cinderella, Les Miserables, Shrek the Musical, Honk,Jr., and she recorded video for Thoroughly Modern Millie.

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Racquel Tompkins Level 2 Racquel Tompkins, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Racquel dances at Gotta Dance dance studio. She also sings and plays basketball and volleyball. She hopes to become a better singer and actress throughout WCSPA.

Quynh (Amy) Tran Level 2 Amy Tran, Sophomore, WMHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She has worked on costume crew for Thoroughly Modern Millie and has been in Honk, Jr. She hopes to explore more into the technical side of theatre.

Samantha Wajeeh Level 2 Samantha Wajeeh, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Samantha plays volleyball and basketball and she likes to run. She has worked on many shows and looks forward to working on many more in her upcoming years in WCSPA.

Hannah Warren Level 2 Hannah Warren, Sophomore, CHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She enjoys singing and working in the costume shop. Her favorite musical is Catch Me If You Can. In the future she wants to create makeup designs for characters and learn about stage management.

Audrey Waye Level 2 Home Inspections • Mold Testing • Radon Testing • Free Consultation Audrey Rose Waye, Sophomore, WMHS, is in her second year of WCSPA. She has been in 24 Hr. Turnaround • Honest, Professional, Experienced two elementary school plays. She was in Honk, Jr., worked on props for Thoroughly Modern Millie, and has participated in five talent shows. She is very excited to work on the upcoming shows and is excited to work with the new Level 1 students.

Xavier Williamson Level 2 Xavier Williamson, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Xavier likes to play CHESTERFIELD • MACOMB TWP. • NEW HAVEN guitar, sing, and act. He has been in Meadowbrook Theater’s A Christmas Carol, and he was the Bullfrog in WCSPA’s production of Honk, Jr. He plans to go further in technical theatre INDOOR/OUTDOOR STORAGE and in performing as well. www.macombselfstorage.com 58 27 WCS Performing Artists • Level 2

Fawjia Yeasmin Level 2 Fawjia Yeasmin, Sophomore, WMHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. She loves working behind the scenes, especially doing scenery shifts, or just working in the scene shop. She loves to dance and make others laugh. Her interests are playing piano and writing. She hopes to improve her skills behind the scenes and learn more about technical areas of theatre.

Zoe Zwiesele Level 2 Zoe Zwiesele, Sophomore, SHHS, is a second year student at WCSPA. Zoe enjoys acting, history and makeup. She is currently on the SHHS Dance team. Zoe looks forward to performing in Winterfest and working on makeup crew for The 1940’s Radio Hour. In the future, Zoe wants to attend film school and later pursue a career in historical filmmaking. Eventually, she wants to own an interactive museum.

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56 29 30 55 Friends and Family Messages

Auntie Penny loves you Kyah! Keep doing your best. Makyah, we know there are no limits for you! We love you! Mom and Dad Jake, you work so hard and it shows! Keep up the Good work. Luv U Aunt Linda Mary, good luck with all your performances this year. Love, Dad, Mom & Family We love you Meg! So proud to call you a flute! Love the flutes Good luck Kyah, I love you!!! Best wishes on your 2nd year at WCSPA! Love you, Mom & Dad Break a leg this year Hannah! So proud of you! We love you! Mom & Olivia <3 We are so proud of you Hannah Kay! Break a Leg! Love, Grandma & Grandpa Ski

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Jake I am so very proud of all the things you have done! Love XOXO Grandma

Dal Pal, You’re the best friend a girl could ask for! I love you! -Carlie

Josh, we are proud of you & excited for your first year. Love you! Mom & Dad

Cameron, Reach for the stars. Nothing is impossible! Love, Mom Dad & Gramps

Christopher-We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished! <3 Sissy, Ryan, Evelyn

Good Luck Meghan! Enjoy Your Year @ WCSPA!

So Talented! We are so proud! Can’t wait to see you perform! <3 Paige & Jack

Do us proud baby Carl! XXOO Lisa & Debby

Carl be fearless and pursue what sets your soul on fire! Love You Mom & Jared

Buddy Eppich have a fun year in WCSPA Love you Eppich GMA

Hey Moon, Please Forget To Fall Down

Love ya’ girl! Quyhn for the Win!

Good Luck Erin! We love you! Have a great year! Uncle Paul & Aunt Leanne

Knock em dead Rylee! We are so proud of you. Love, Mom & Dad & Delaney

Kyah, Continue to aspire to be all that you are destined to be. The Stovalls

You’re the best sister a girl could have! Keep thriving! Love, Nikki

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Friends and Family Messages Mariah Al-Sheikh Level 1 Mariah Al-Sheikh, Sophomore, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Mariah is outgoing I love you Makyah, You are a wonderful young lady. I am and willing to work hard. She also loves to sing. proud to be your aunt.

I am so proud of you Jay!! Keep reaching for the stars!! Love Dad

The desire to entertain is a gift. Alessandra Artusi Level 1 Thank you for sharing your talent. Alessandra Artusi, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She likes watching Netflix and blogging on Tumblr. She also enjoys sleeping, as well as theatre. Alessandra was in MSVPA. She played multiple parts in History Equals Happy and Civil War Voices. She wants Jason we are proud of you! Laugh & Have Fun! to learn about costume design and is excited to be in WCSPA for the rest of high school. Love Mom Uncle Roy & Stephanie

We’re proud of you Jillian. Keep up the Good Work Love Granny & Uncle Jimmy Kelynn Barden Level 1 Jillian I love you so much you are amazing! Kelynn Barden, Junior, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. In freshman year she was in drama club. She was a part of the Alice in Wonderland play and Seussical. After being Love Laney Honeybee!! in drama club and forming so many friendships and memories, she realized how much she enjoys being on stage and doing theatre. She hopes to take everything she has learned in Look out Broadway, Jillian is on her way!! WCSPA to college to study theatre. Her dream is to become an actress. Love you Gramma Grampa & Auntie XO

Who is a star? She is by far! Go Get em Jillian! Jenna Bartko Level 1 Love Aunt Debi & Uncle Jack Jenna Bartko, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She has been in Beauty and the Beast, Seussical, and Annie. She likes to act, sing, and to skate. When she gets older she Always remember who you are, even when you are acting. wishes to be an actress. -Mrs. Hartel

We are so proud of you Malen. We love you! Mom, Dad, Eric, and Jon Paul Grace Caton Level 1 Congratulations Maris! We’re so proud of you! Grace Caton, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She has been in Break a Leg! Love, Mom & Dad performances at MSVPA, including History Equals Happy and Civil War Voices. She enjoys acting and wants to study theatre in college. To the BGC, Keep spillin that tea, hunty!

ALEXIS ROSE, MY STAR YOU LIGHT UP MY LIFE! XOXO GRANDMA BROWN Akaya Chambers Level 1 Akaya Chambers, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student year student at WCSPA. She is a very ALEXIS ROSE, REACH HIGH FOR YOUR DREAMS! WE intelligent woman whose interests are reading, fantasy, science-fiction, and any television LOVE YOU, MOM, DAD, AND AARON show that falls into that category of science-fiction or fantasy. She plans on being an actress in the future and learning how to socially interact better with people while also staying friends with many people she cares about.

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Rebbecca Chang Level 1 Rebbecca Chang, Senior, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Rebbecca loves to sing and Friends and Family Messages play instruments. She wants to improve at both academics and dancing. In the future she would like to be doing something she loves to do.

I am so proud of my talented, intelligent girl. I Love You, Dallas! ~ Mike

Shake what your mama gave ya! Logan Davis Level 1 Love You Dallas Lynne. ~ Aunt Mary Logan Davis, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. His past performances have been Camp Rock, Civil War Voices, and Thumbody Needs A Doctor. He enjoys playing his guitar, piano, alto sax, drums, and he also enjoys singing. Fencing and archery are his favorite Michael, You are the Star of the Show. sports. His favorite musical artists are Panic! At the Disco, Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Fall Out Boy, May all your dreams come true. Mom & Dad Aerosmith, Guns & Roses, and Metallica. In the future, he would like to be a music artist and actor. Cousino Thespians we are proud of your dedication. Break a leg! The Dubays Jon Eppich Level 1 Jon Eppich, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCPSA. He joined WCSPA to follow Buena suerte! Senõras. Alt, Schade, Schmidt & Yousif in the steps of his sister, Shelby Eppich. He is excited to start theatre with his first show Schoolhouse Rock, Live! To be in WCSPA, he is trading in his video games for play scripts. Well…some of them. Best wishes on everything you do this year. Shine like the star you are!

We are so proud of you & love you so much Dallas! Uncle Vern & Aunt Gingy XO Gerard Flores Level 1 Gerard Flores, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Gerard is a 13 year old who skipped two years in math. He is also interested in Science. He was in MSVPA, the Middle Congrats Kelynn. Good Luck. A star is born! School Visual and Performing Arts Program. He enjoyed it a lot and then came to WCSPA. Love, Grand Parents

You are always my shining star. I’m so proud of you. Love, mom

“Our future STAR! Jillian, shine bright!” Veronika Gawrys Level 1 Love, Uncle Mike & Uncle Joe Veronika Gawrys, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She enjoys acting but hopes to improve at singing and dancing throughout her time in the WCSPA program. She has been in other plays and recitals. Dallas, your gifts are a gift to us all! Congrats and Love, Matt & Sara

We love you Jillian. We are so proud of you. Keep shining. Love The Arnolds Helena Goldwater Level 1 Helena Goldwater, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Helena was a student Good Luck this year Jon! Reach for the stars! at MSVPA, and she was one out of six leads in their performance of Civil War Voices. She Love, Mom, Dad & Shelby <3 enjoys reading, and she does kickboxing. Her favorite color is purple, she likes pizza, and all she wants to do in the future is live a healthy and happy life with her family. Hannah, Here’s an homage to my fromage - Amy

34 51 WCS Performing Artists • Level 1 Best wishes for a great year! Larsa Gorges Level 1 Larsa Gorges, Senior, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Her interests range from singing to acting and everything in between. She would like to expand her experience in the performing arts during college.

Jennifer Isbell Level 1 Jennifer Isbell, Freshman, WMHS is a first year student at WCSPA. Jennifer has been in Seussical Jr., High School Musical, and Fiddler on the Roof. Seussical the Musical was her favorite. She is on the Freshman volleyball team and loves to dance. Jennifer is looking forward to Schoolhouse Rock, Live and improving her dance technique.

Tereza Ivezaj Level 1 Tereza Ivezaj, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She danced at Gotta Dance for four years. She enjoys acting and hopes to become more confident. During her time in the program she hopes to improve her acting and dancing. She is excited to join the WCSPA family.

Donovan Jackson Level 1 Donovan Jackson, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He aspires to be a famous actor, writer, and director. He has no major acting background but has great skills. Donovan wants to direct and write his own major movies. He is a huge D.C. and Marvel Comics fan. His dream is to become a superhero in a film. Donovan is looking forward to his WCSPA experience.

Hailey Joacim Level 1 Hailey Joacim, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She was in MSVPA and was on the costume design team. She also performed in The Pied Piper and had multiple roles in Civil War Voices.

Cameron Kanachki Level 1 Cameron Kanachki, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He was in one play. Cameron portrayed Abe Lincoln in the MSVPA production of Civil War Voices. His interests include acting, filmmaking, and baseball.

50 35 WCS Performing Artists • Level 1 Best wishes to all performers Miranda Kattula Level 1 Miranda Kattula, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She enjoys singing and acting but also hopes to improve at dancing. In her spare time Miranda likes to chill and hang out with friends. She hopes to be an entertainer in the near future.

Maris Keller Level 1 Maris Keller, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She has been dancing since she was 5 years old and loves it. She also plays instruments and sings. She loves performing and aspires to be a musician. She looks forward to progressing in the WCSPA program.

Mark LeMire Level 1 Mark LeMire, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Mark was in Civil War Voices during his time in MSVPA in the 8th grade. He loves to act, play piano, sing and play basketball or baseball. He has loved acting since he was in kindergarten. When he grows up he wants to attend U of M and become a lawyer.

Emily Louden Level 1 Emily Louden, Sophomore, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Emily is very excited to be in her first year of WCSPA. She has done six shows with the Warren Civic Theater; her favorite show so far was Peter Pan Jr. She loves music and has been playing the saxophone since fourth grade. In the future she would like to be a music engineer and producer. Music has been her whole life and it is something she loves very much. She also wants to help with theatre.

Christina Lulaj Level 1 Christina Lulaj, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Christina was in MSVPA. She also played Joseph Harris in the production Civil War Voices. She enjoys playing many sports, dancing, and hanging with friends. She cannot wait for her upcoming years in WCSPA.

Amalea Macinic Level 1 Lea Macinic, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCPSA. She has been a triple threat since the young age of nine when she learned to love Broadway musicals. Since then, she has participated in a great number of musicals and shows. Besides being on stage, she has also had a lot of experience backstage working on props or stage managing. She hopes to make WCSPA the greatest four years of her life, and to one day “make it” on Broadway.

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Jaelen Mayberry Level 1 Jaelen Mayberry, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student in WCSPA. He likes to listen to Ariana Grande and he loves to sing. He recently graduated from an acting program. In the future, he would like to go to UCLA, and be successful.

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Shannon McGuinness Level 1 Shannon H. McGuinness, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She has been in several plays including Oliver and Civil War Voices. She was a part of MSVPA and loves music and political science. She hopes to get involved with some form of public service.

Megan Miottel Level 1 Megan Miottel, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Last year she played a lead role in Civil War Voices. Megan loves to perform and for the past eleven years has taken dance lessons. She has also taken voice lessons for the past five years. She is excited to be a part of WCSPA.

Restaurant Madison Morse Level 1 Madison Morse, Sophomore, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She came into the program for acting. She is in the SHHS Marching Band, where she plays the alto saxophone. In her free time she films random videos of her pets.

Uloma Nwogu Level 1 Ulo Nwogu, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCPSA. She has enjoyed playing the part of the judge in her elementary school play, but enjoyed making new friends in MSVPA the most. She is very excited to work on costumes and stage makeup. After school “Buy one lunch or dinner, get one half she attends piano lessons and she loves music. In the future she would love to work in the theatre or film industry. off. Not valid Sundays, holidays, or with any other discount.” 48 37 WCS Performing Artists • Level 1

Emily Oja Level 1 Emily Oja, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Emily was in the MVSPA productions History Equals Happy and Civil War Voices. She enjoys acting and wishes to study entertainment in college.

Jeremy Pastoria Level 1 Jeremy Pastoria, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He has done many productions with the Warren Civic Theater, and his favorite role there was Flounder in Disney’s The Little Mermaid. He enjoys singing, dancing, and acting, but he would like to be a director. He was in the MSVPA program and was excited to find out he was accepted into WCSPA!

Breanne Peace Level 1 Breanne Peace, Freshman, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She has performed at MSVPA. She loves to sing and is looking forward to her first year in WCSPA. She hopes to pursue a fun and creative career in the near future.

Sally Pham Level 1 Sally Pham, Sophomore, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Some of her interests include makeup, music, and reading. She is a part of her school’s leadership class and tennis team. WCSPA is going to be a way for Sally to improve her stage presence and self- confidence when speaking to an audience. She hopes to graduate with honors and move to a major city.

Philip Philip Level 1 Philip Philip, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He has been in Civil War Voices. He is interested in technical theatre. In the future he would love to do sound design for theatre.

Adriana Radjenovic Level 1 Adriana Radjenovic, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Adriana would like to learn more about technical theatre. In her spare time she does Serbian dance.

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Madison Ramsey Level 1 Madison Ramsey, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Her favorite roles have been: Little Fan in A Christmas Carol, Cowardly Lion in Dorothy in Wonderland, and Baby Bear in Shrek the Musical. She enjoys playing soccer, piano, flute, and loves singing!

Brittany Roby Level 1 Brittany Roby, Senior, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She has had many acting and singing experiences. Singing is her passion and she hopes to have a huge audience. She is attending Bethune-Cockman University in the Fall of 2016. She plans on majoring in Psychology and minoring in Theatre. She plays the saxophone, trombone, and piano.

Sureet Sarau Level 1 Sureet Sarau, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCPSA. She is looking forward to her first year in WCSPA. She enjoys listening to music. Her favorite artist is Halsey and her favorite show is Pretty Little Liars. In the future she hopes to do something in the medical field.

Collin Schy Level 1 Collin Schy, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He has been in Seussical, Wizard of Oz, and Beauty and the Beast. He plays tennis and participates in marching band. He plays percussion and a plethora of sports. In the future, he’d like to become an animator.

Jordan Shatley Level 1 Jordan Shatley, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She was previously a part of MSVPA. While there, she participated in the shows History Equals Happy and Civil War Voices. She is currently on the cheer team at Cousino High School. In the future she hopes to continue with theatre and dance.

Abbey Shively Level 1 Abbey Shively, Freshman, WMHS is a first year student at WCSPA. She enjoys acting and creating voices. Abbey wants to be an actor or a voice actor.

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Mary Show Level 1 Mary Show, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. In 8th grade Mary was in Civil War Voices and History Equals Happy. Mary can sing and act, and she hopes to be a stage manager (as she was for Civil War Voices). She loves to travel around the world with her family.

Michael Slowik Level 1 Michael Slowik, Senior, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. Michael has been a featured dancer in Warren Civic Theatre’s production of Mary Poppins and played Hugo in Bye Bye, Birdie. Michael has also taken several dance classes at Tina Marie’s School of Dance. Michael hopes to continue to pursue theatre in the future.

Amorie Smith Level 1 Amorie Smith, Sophomore, WMHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. This is her first official year of theatre. She partakes in modeling classes outside of school and would love to be on TV. She looks up to Zendaya Coleman. She has not been in a play since the 4th grade, when she was an understudy.

Joshua Sowers Level 1 Joshua Sowers, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He has performed multiple times for Wilde Elementary in the WCS Performing Arts Center. He was also in MSVPA. He was Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain in the show Civil War Voices. He enjoys extreme Netflix sessions, writing, and playing sports such as football, swimming, and baseball.

Alexus Taylor Level 1 Alexus N. Taylor, Freshman, SHHS is a first year student at WCSPA. She has performed at school plays and also took classes at a dance studio. She likes to make YouTube videos, and cheerleading. She loves to have fun and joke around but knows when to work hard. She also performed at the Tigers game POV dance.

Lily Tomayko Level 1 Lily Tomayko, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She has been performing since she was six years old. She has been in several shows including Wizard of Oz, Camp Rock, and Peter Pan. When she grows up she plans to major in Dance and make billions of dollars. In her spare time she dances for the CHS Varsity Dance Team.

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Nabeel Uddin Level 1 Nabeel Uddin, Freshman, SHHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He loves to play basketball and soccer. He hopes to learn more about technical theatre. He would like to be in the sports industry, either playing or working in sports medicine.

Carl Victory Level 1 Carl Victory, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. He enjoys drawing, writing, and reading. He loves listening to music and spends most of his time napping. He is looking forward to his first year in the program.

Gracie Vorgitch Level 1 Gracie Vorgitch, Freshman, CHS, is a first year student at WCSPA. She loves spending time with her family and friends. She has been dancing since the age of three and currently takes classes at Gotta Dance. Last year Gracie performed in two plays with MSVPA. In the future, she plays on going to college to become a teacher.

Looking forward to another year of outstanding performances! Carter Booster Club 44 41