Who is Who
The Cast Shares their Favorite Memories and Notes
Abbey Shepherd
Pig #3
7th Grade
My favorite memory was on one of the long rehearsal days and Emma, Carlos, Bella, and I were all on the stage and I couldn’t stop laughing the whole time.
I’d like to thank the whole drama cast for making this experience so fun and Ms. Alyssa for putting up with everyone while trying to choreograph. I would also like to thank my family for coming to watch and support me!
Abbie Kabeera
Duloc dancer/Maiden
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when we saw our ridiculous costumes.
I would like to thank Brolini for helping me with singing, and also Mrs. Alyssa for being a great leader.
Adalynne Rainwater
Tech Crew
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when the tech crew and a few other people played 'hide and seek' all around campus.I would like to thank the tech crew (especially Aurora and Amelia), my parents for driving me to rehearsals, Jada for existing, and Brollini.
Addisyn Sidhu
Lights & Sound
6th Grade
My favorite memory is when I first heard all the funny voices
Thank you Mr Brumbagh, Mrs Alyssa, my mom and my dad.
Aliana Aragonez aka ALI G
Wicked Witch
8th Grade
When Sophia fell that one time practicing story of my life, and kept going. (Love you girl!)I would like to thank the drama crew and everyone who helps us make this production!
Amelia Hislop
Stage Tech
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when my friends in tech and I were learning the choreography backstage, and one of us almost tripped over a table leg.My friends that introduced me to drama, and my family for supporting me and helping me with my Audition
Angelo DePaola
Knight/Duloc Guard
8th Grade
My favorite memory of this show was when we were struggling trying to put a deer prop away. That moment was hilarious:)I would like to thank my parents for all the support. Also Ms. Alyssa for her patience and willingness to push us to do our best.
Armand Manweiler
Lord Farquaad
7th Grade
When we were playing that charades-esque game about strange deaths on our first Saturday rehearsal.I'd like to thank Ms. Alyssa, Mr. Brumbaugh, Brolini, Mrs. Wiessner, all the parent volunteers and everyone in a cast for still being able to perform.
Aurora Clayton
Stage Manager
8th Grade
My favorite memory when we were presenting our Col’s on stage and looking at projects from 6th grade.I’d like to thank Mrs Alyssa, Mr Brumbaugh, Brollini, Mrs Bickford, and Mrs Wiessner for putting together our amazing show.
Ava Shrewsbury
Donkey
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when Ms. Allysas watch would go off out of nowhere and talk balk to everyoneId like to thank Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Brumbaugh for always being there for me and being a great teacher that I know that I can always talk to.
Bella Novak
Mama Ogre/Ogre Fiona
7th Grade
I think some of my favorite memories are just building a bond with everyone in the cast. They feel like a second family to me.
I'd like to thank the amazing cast and crew for being so supportive and fun to work with, and all my family!
Clara Karchem
Teen Fiona/Deer
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when we choreographed morning person and I got a special role.
I’d like to thank my family for letting me do this show and I’d like to thank my teachers for putting effort into the show to make it possible and fun.
Collin McArthur
Papa Bear/Tech
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we all played death charades on a Saturday rehearsal.
I would like to thank my sister for introducing me to drama
Emma Elliott
Human Fiona
8th Grade
There’s so many great memories and moments during this production. But I really enjoyed getting to know all the people In the cast and making new friendships.I would like to thank Mrs.Alyssa, Mr.Brumbaugh, Brollini, and Mrs.Wiessner for putting so much time and energy into the show. Also for always being positive and encouraging to our cast.
I would also like to thank my friends and family for always being there for me. And thank you to the cast for an awesome show.
Firen Ferguson
Pied Piper/Duloc Prefomer/Maiden
8th Grade
My favorite memory is when we first got our costumes.I’d like to thank Ms.Wiessner for helping out with costumes your the best
Gabriel Cardosa
Baby Bear
6th Grade
My favorite memory of this show is the finale because I like the music and spending tons of time with the whole cast and crew.
I'd like to thank Mom and Dad.
Isabelle Bickford
Gingy
8th Grade
My favorite memory of the show was probably seeing everyone in their costumes for the first time. This was when the show really felt like it was coming together!
I would like to thank Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Brumbaugh for giving me a safe space to just be myself and putting this entire show together. I would also like to thank my friends for making me smile even when we were stressed. Lastly, I would like to thank my parents for supporting me and bringing me to rehearsals.
Kali Darr
Duloc performer
6th Grade
My favorite memory from the show is when everyone was trying on their costumes the first time because I found it very funny and really cool to see everyone in their costumes for the first time.
I'd like to thank my family, friends and amazing teachers.
Kaya Green
Pig #1
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we were all showing our old things us 8th graders did in 6th grade and how we looked so different and young back then and watched clips about our old plays like Aladdin and Moana.
I would like to thank my friends Mariana and Carlos because Drama wouldn't be as fun without them!!
Kaylee Morales
Dragon dream girl
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when I got hit by collin (the deer)
I'd like to thank Ms. Alyssa and Mr.Brumbaugh for accepting me into Shrek. I would also like to thank Sabrina for always being there and being great at comunicating to me what we are supposed to do. And last of all I will thank Auroura for being a great stage manager, I feel like Auroura should get more appreciation for being stage manager because withour her this show wouldn't be the same.
Logan Wiessner
Duloc Gaurd/Knight #1/Dwarf
7th Grade
One of my favorite memory's during this show was when Carlos-(Shrek) and Emma-(Human Fiona) were rehearsing the song "I Think I Got You Beat" and the trees were shuffling offstage and it was hilarious.I would like to thank my cat for being so cuddly and awesome. I would also like to thank my mom for all the times she has helped me during the creation of this musical.
Lucia Bautista
Stage tech
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we first saw the costumes for the first time because they were really funny.
I would like to thank all the stage tech and everyone who put this whole production together.
Mariana Barrantes
Storyteller #1
8th Grade
My Favorite memory from the show is when the other storytellers and I tried on the skeleton costumes right before rehearsing Big Bright Beautiful World and so we had to go onstage in our neon skeleton body suites and we couldn't stop laughing. We got some great photos in the skeleton costumes and we have so much fun wearing them.
I'd like to thank my parents for dealing with me all these years and dropping me off everyday especially on crazy Saturdays. I would also like to thank Kaya Green for being my bestie for two years and the best little piggy! And finally thank you for coming to our show and supporting the act attack program!
Micah Maelyn Cooley
Puss in Boots
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when we finally got good at certain parts.
I would like to thank Mr. Brumbaugh and Ms. Alyssa for helping me out.
Meili Luna
Tech crew
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when watching Carlos turn green and put eyelashes on him,
I would like to thank Mrs Alyssa because even though I wasn’t in the show, I was still apart of the cast/crew
MJ Soto Hoffmann
Dragon Dream Girl/ Spoon/ Woodland creature
7th Grade
My favorite memory was when we tried our costumes on for the first time.
I would like to thank my friends and family for all their love and support
Nesiah Topzand
Duloc Preformer
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when on one of the first rehearsals we all got to learn the Duloc dance while it was pouring rain.
I’d like to thank Mrs. Alyssa for being super easygoing. I would also like to thank
Penelope Boelhauf
Duloc performer
6th Grade
My favorite moment was when we got to try on our outfits for the first time.
I would like to thank my parents, grandparents, friends and teachers. Shout out to Ms.Maglio!
Rachel Dupree
Storyteller 2
8th Grade
My favorite memory was staying late after school to paint sets. We would always have the best conversations, and my friends would always make me laugh.
I’d like to thank my family for supporting me. Even though I have a busy schedule, they always pick me up with a smile. I would also like to thank our incredible Stage Manager, Aurora, for keeping sane on the craziest days, staying late on Saturdays, and being one of my closest friends.
Ramiro Murillo
BIG BAD WOLF
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we went on the New York trip.
I'd like to thank everyone for being a part of the Shrek musical.
Sabrina Neill
Dragon Dream Girl
8th Grade
The time we had a minimum day and we were going to do alot of coreo but we spent the entire time watching COLs, old videos from our 6th grade, talking, and playing games.
Thank You Ms.Alyssa, Brollini, Mr.Brumbaugh, Tech Crew and everyone who helped on the show.
Samantha Augusto
Dragon
7th Grade
My favorite memory is being backstage with friends and the first time we did the finale on stage.
I would like to thank my friends and family.
Sammie Bickford
Young Fiona
6th Grade
My favorite memory was our first saturday rehersal we got to see eachother for the first time in our costumes.
I'd like to thank my family, friends, Mrs. Weissner, Brollini, Mrs. Alyssa, and Mr. Brumbaugh
Sophia Willis
Mama Bear
8th Grade
My favorite memory during this show has been the opportunity to work on the stage design. I’m extremely proud to say that I not only had the chance to show my love for theatre through acting and singing, but through our beautiful set pieces and decor as well. As a cast, we have all poured our heart and soul into this production, and I hope you all see that. Enjoy the show!
I’d like to thank my parents especially for giving me the room to spread my wings and find my passion for theatre.
Wyatt Wilcox
Captain of the guards
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we stayed after school for 5 hours and did absolutely nothing.
I'd like to thank Mrs. Alyssa and tech for putting up with the 6th graders and annoying kids.
Alyssa Allgaier Brumbaugh - Director
My favorite memory was during a difficult choreo rehearsal. We finally made it to the end of the song, and I said, "Seriously, you look awful," then my watch responded, "That's not very nice." Everyone laughed. Thank you Siri.
I would like to thank this fantastic VIDA team of parents, teachers, and custodial & admin support!!!! Mercedes, your help in the green room is invaluable. Elizabeth, this program would not be possible without you. Nicole, I love your legs . . . and everything else you've done for this production! Thank you for sharing your time, talents, and resources. Brollini, thank you for sharing the weight of the music. I appreciate your memory and attention to detail. Thank you to my husband, Mr. Brumbaugh. We'd all be in the dark without his tech genius. Finally, thank you to the incredible tech and cast --- You're WONDERFUL!
Tyler Brumbaugh - Sound & Lighting Director
My favorite memory of this show is when we played a prank on Izzy during the gingerbread torture scene. #WhoIsTimmie?
I'd like to thank my wonderful wife, Ms. Alyssa. This show is built off the strength, commitment, determination, and sacrifice of this extraordinary woman. If this show appears seamless and executed with ease, it is only because she is a master of her craft, a master at the art of illusion, aka theater. A magician never reveals their tricks, but let me tell you, this has been her grandest yet.
Charlie Brollini - Music Director
My favorite memory was when one of the whole group rehearsals when I was working with the students on the Finale and Believer. The students were struggling with these songs at first, but then they ended up sounding SO GOOD. I am so proud of all of them :)
I'd like to thank my family and Elijah for all of the support they have given me this year. I would also like to thank Alyssa, Tyler, and Nicole for being a great team to work with on this show.
Nicole Wiessner – Assistant Director
My favorite memory of the show was teaching Amelia how to use a serger, and watching her face beam with pride showing her finished work. It was such a joy sharing costuming duties with you. :)
Alyssa and Tyler, your vision for the show and passion for theatre is beyond extra- VIDA is more than lucky. Brollini, you have more talent than you know! Mrs. Bickford and parent volunteers, we couldn't have done this without you. To my family, you're the best. I have so much enjoyed working with you all on Shrek. Cast and crew, I hope you know how amazing you all are!
Pig #3
7th Grade
My favorite memory was on one of the long rehearsal days and Emma, Carlos, Bella, and I were all on the stage and I couldn’t stop laughing the whole time.
I’d like to thank the whole drama cast for making this experience so fun and Ms. Alyssa for putting up with everyone while trying to choreograph. I would also like to thank my family for coming to watch and support me!
Abbie Kabeera
Duloc dancer/Maiden
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when we saw our ridiculous costumes.
I would like to thank Brolini for helping me with singing, and also Mrs. Alyssa for being a great leader.
Adalynne Rainwater
Tech Crew
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when the tech crew and a few other people played 'hide and seek' all around campus.I would like to thank the tech crew (especially Aurora and Amelia), my parents for driving me to rehearsals, Jada for existing, and Brollini.
Addisyn Sidhu
Lights & Sound
6th Grade
My favorite memory is when I first heard all the funny voices
Thank you Mr Brumbagh, Mrs Alyssa, my mom and my dad.
Aliana Aragonez aka ALI G
Wicked Witch
8th Grade
When Sophia fell that one time practicing story of my life, and kept going. (Love you girl!)I would like to thank the drama crew and everyone who helps us make this production!
Amelia Hislop
Stage Tech
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when my friends in tech and I were learning the choreography backstage, and one of us almost tripped over a table leg.My friends that introduced me to drama, and my family for supporting me and helping me with my Audition
Angelo DePaola
Knight/Duloc Guard
8th Grade
My favorite memory of this show was when we were struggling trying to put a deer prop away. That moment was hilarious:)I would like to thank my parents for all the support. Also Ms. Alyssa for her patience and willingness to push us to do our best.
Armand Manweiler
Lord Farquaad
7th Grade
When we were playing that charades-esque game about strange deaths on our first Saturday rehearsal.I'd like to thank Ms. Alyssa, Mr. Brumbaugh, Brolini, Mrs. Wiessner, all the parent volunteers and everyone in a cast for still being able to perform.
Aurora Clayton
Stage Manager
8th Grade
My favorite memory when we were presenting our Col’s on stage and looking at projects from 6th grade.I’d like to thank Mrs Alyssa, Mr Brumbaugh, Brollini, Mrs Bickford, and Mrs Wiessner for putting together our amazing show.
Ava Shrewsbury
Donkey
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when Ms. Allysas watch would go off out of nowhere and talk balk to everyoneId like to thank Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Brumbaugh for always being there for me and being a great teacher that I know that I can always talk to.
Bella Novak
Mama Ogre/Ogre Fiona
7th Grade
I think some of my favorite memories are just building a bond with everyone in the cast. They feel like a second family to me.
I'd like to thank the amazing cast and crew for being so supportive and fun to work with, and all my family!
Clara Karchem
Teen Fiona/Deer
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when we choreographed morning person and I got a special role.
I’d like to thank my family for letting me do this show and I’d like to thank my teachers for putting effort into the show to make it possible and fun.
Collin McArthur
Papa Bear/Tech
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we all played death charades on a Saturday rehearsal.
I would like to thank my sister for introducing me to drama
Emma Elliott
Human Fiona
8th Grade
There’s so many great memories and moments during this production. But I really enjoyed getting to know all the people In the cast and making new friendships.I would like to thank Mrs.Alyssa, Mr.Brumbaugh, Brollini, and Mrs.Wiessner for putting so much time and energy into the show. Also for always being positive and encouraging to our cast.
I would also like to thank my friends and family for always being there for me. And thank you to the cast for an awesome show.
Firen Ferguson
Pied Piper/Duloc Prefomer/Maiden
8th Grade
My favorite memory is when we first got our costumes.I’d like to thank Ms.Wiessner for helping out with costumes your the best
Gabriel Cardosa
Baby Bear
6th Grade
My favorite memory of this show is the finale because I like the music and spending tons of time with the whole cast and crew.
I'd like to thank Mom and Dad.
Isabelle Bickford
Gingy
8th Grade
My favorite memory of the show was probably seeing everyone in their costumes for the first time. This was when the show really felt like it was coming together!
I would like to thank Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Brumbaugh for giving me a safe space to just be myself and putting this entire show together. I would also like to thank my friends for making me smile even when we were stressed. Lastly, I would like to thank my parents for supporting me and bringing me to rehearsals.
Kali Darr
Duloc performer
6th Grade
My favorite memory from the show is when everyone was trying on their costumes the first time because I found it very funny and really cool to see everyone in their costumes for the first time.
I'd like to thank my family, friends and amazing teachers.
Kaya Green
Pig #1
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we were all showing our old things us 8th graders did in 6th grade and how we looked so different and young back then and watched clips about our old plays like Aladdin and Moana.
I would like to thank my friends Mariana and Carlos because Drama wouldn't be as fun without them!!
Kaylee Morales
Dragon dream girl
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when I got hit by collin (the deer)
I'd like to thank Ms. Alyssa and Mr.Brumbaugh for accepting me into Shrek. I would also like to thank Sabrina for always being there and being great at comunicating to me what we are supposed to do. And last of all I will thank Auroura for being a great stage manager, I feel like Auroura should get more appreciation for being stage manager because withour her this show wouldn't be the same.
Logan Wiessner
Duloc Gaurd/Knight #1/Dwarf
7th Grade
One of my favorite memory's during this show was when Carlos-(Shrek) and Emma-(Human Fiona) were rehearsing the song "I Think I Got You Beat" and the trees were shuffling offstage and it was hilarious.I would like to thank my cat for being so cuddly and awesome. I would also like to thank my mom for all the times she has helped me during the creation of this musical.
Lucia Bautista
Stage tech
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we first saw the costumes for the first time because they were really funny.
I would like to thank all the stage tech and everyone who put this whole production together.
Mariana Barrantes
Storyteller #1
8th Grade
My Favorite memory from the show is when the other storytellers and I tried on the skeleton costumes right before rehearsing Big Bright Beautiful World and so we had to go onstage in our neon skeleton body suites and we couldn't stop laughing. We got some great photos in the skeleton costumes and we have so much fun wearing them.
I'd like to thank my parents for dealing with me all these years and dropping me off everyday especially on crazy Saturdays. I would also like to thank Kaya Green for being my bestie for two years and the best little piggy! And finally thank you for coming to our show and supporting the act attack program!
Micah Maelyn Cooley
Puss in Boots
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when we finally got good at certain parts.
I would like to thank Mr. Brumbaugh and Ms. Alyssa for helping me out.
Meili Luna
Tech crew
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when watching Carlos turn green and put eyelashes on him,
I would like to thank Mrs Alyssa because even though I wasn’t in the show, I was still apart of the cast/crew
MJ Soto Hoffmann
Dragon Dream Girl/ Spoon/ Woodland creature
7th Grade
My favorite memory was when we tried our costumes on for the first time.
I would like to thank my friends and family for all their love and support
Nesiah Topzand
Duloc Preformer
6th Grade
My favorite memory was when on one of the first rehearsals we all got to learn the Duloc dance while it was pouring rain.
I’d like to thank Mrs. Alyssa for being super easygoing. I would also like to thank
Penelope Boelhauf
Duloc performer
6th Grade
My favorite moment was when we got to try on our outfits for the first time.
I would like to thank my parents, grandparents, friends and teachers. Shout out to Ms.Maglio!
Rachel Dupree
Storyteller 2
8th Grade
My favorite memory was staying late after school to paint sets. We would always have the best conversations, and my friends would always make me laugh.
I’d like to thank my family for supporting me. Even though I have a busy schedule, they always pick me up with a smile. I would also like to thank our incredible Stage Manager, Aurora, for keeping sane on the craziest days, staying late on Saturdays, and being one of my closest friends.
Ramiro Murillo
BIG BAD WOLF
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we went on the New York trip.
I'd like to thank everyone for being a part of the Shrek musical.
Sabrina Neill
Dragon Dream Girl
8th Grade
The time we had a minimum day and we were going to do alot of coreo but we spent the entire time watching COLs, old videos from our 6th grade, talking, and playing games.
Thank You Ms.Alyssa, Brollini, Mr.Brumbaugh, Tech Crew and everyone who helped on the show.
Samantha Augusto
Dragon
7th Grade
My favorite memory is being backstage with friends and the first time we did the finale on stage.
I would like to thank my friends and family.
Sammie Bickford
Young Fiona
6th Grade
My favorite memory was our first saturday rehersal we got to see eachother for the first time in our costumes.
I'd like to thank my family, friends, Mrs. Weissner, Brollini, Mrs. Alyssa, and Mr. Brumbaugh
Sophia Willis
Mama Bear
8th Grade
My favorite memory during this show has been the opportunity to work on the stage design. I’m extremely proud to say that I not only had the chance to show my love for theatre through acting and singing, but through our beautiful set pieces and decor as well. As a cast, we have all poured our heart and soul into this production, and I hope you all see that. Enjoy the show!
I’d like to thank my parents especially for giving me the room to spread my wings and find my passion for theatre.
Wyatt Wilcox
Captain of the guards
8th Grade
My favorite memory was when we stayed after school for 5 hours and did absolutely nothing.
I'd like to thank Mrs. Alyssa and tech for putting up with the 6th graders and annoying kids.
Alyssa Allgaier Brumbaugh - Director
My favorite memory was during a difficult choreo rehearsal. We finally made it to the end of the song, and I said, "Seriously, you look awful," then my watch responded, "That's not very nice." Everyone laughed. Thank you Siri.
I would like to thank this fantastic VIDA team of parents, teachers, and custodial & admin support!!!! Mercedes, your help in the green room is invaluable. Elizabeth, this program would not be possible without you. Nicole, I love your legs . . . and everything else you've done for this production! Thank you for sharing your time, talents, and resources. Brollini, thank you for sharing the weight of the music. I appreciate your memory and attention to detail. Thank you to my husband, Mr. Brumbaugh. We'd all be in the dark without his tech genius. Finally, thank you to the incredible tech and cast --- You're WONDERFUL!
Tyler Brumbaugh - Sound & Lighting Director
My favorite memory of this show is when we played a prank on Izzy during the gingerbread torture scene. #WhoIsTimmie?
I'd like to thank my wonderful wife, Ms. Alyssa. This show is built off the strength, commitment, determination, and sacrifice of this extraordinary woman. If this show appears seamless and executed with ease, it is only because she is a master of her craft, a master at the art of illusion, aka theater. A magician never reveals their tricks, but let me tell you, this has been her grandest yet.
Charlie Brollini - Music Director
My favorite memory was when one of the whole group rehearsals when I was working with the students on the Finale and Believer. The students were struggling with these songs at first, but then they ended up sounding SO GOOD. I am so proud of all of them :)
I'd like to thank my family and Elijah for all of the support they have given me this year. I would also like to thank Alyssa, Tyler, and Nicole for being a great team to work with on this show.
Nicole Wiessner – Assistant Director
My favorite memory of the show was teaching Amelia how to use a serger, and watching her face beam with pride showing her finished work. It was such a joy sharing costuming duties with you. :)
Alyssa and Tyler, your vision for the show and passion for theatre is beyond extra- VIDA is more than lucky. Brollini, you have more talent than you know! Mrs. Bickford and parent volunteers, we couldn't have done this without you. To my family, you're the best. I have so much enjoyed working with you all on Shrek. Cast and crew, I hope you know how amazing you all are!