A Christmas Carol Cast

As a junior, this is my second year of B.O.W. I have been acting since elementary school, where I played many Shakespearean characters such as Julia from Two Gentlemen of Verona and Charmian from Antony and Cleopatra. In middle and high school, I performed as Celia from As You Like It, and Miss Prism from The Importance of Being Earnest. I am so excited see what God has in store for The B.O.W. Company this year; I know He has new and exciting plans for this unusual time in our lives. I’d like to thank my family for all of their love and support, and also, a huge thanks to Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Jenkins, and Momma E, and for all of the hard work and love they pour into B.O.W.

Jake Stahlman is a senior at the prestigious school of what is Pusch Ridge Christian Academy. In his third year in the drama program, Jake wants to embody the truths of Christ through his acting. His past performances have included playing a disabled boy, a naughty jester, and now a dad. In his free time, this ravishing lad enjoys watching Japanese art, Bible studying with the bois, and swimming competitively. He would like to thank Landry for the love and support in writing this bio.

Landry is a Senior and this is her 3rd year in B.O.W. She appeared last season in Miracle on 34th Street (Finley/Elf) and in Little Women (Annie Moffat). She has also appeared in several regional productions including R&H’s Cinderella (Stepmother), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Mrs. Meers). Landry plans to pursue theater in college next fall. She would love to thank her #1 fans for always supporting her.

Excited for her third year in B.O.W., Sierra Rafacz has been acting since third grade. She has portrayed Hannah in Little Women, Audrey in As You Like It, and Mrs. Shellhammer in Miracle on 34th Street. She has been a member of the costume team and would like to thank all of her friends and family for encouraging her and her dreams. She would also like to say thank you to Mrs. Sarah Jenkins and Mama E for being such an encouragement and always pulling through. And finally she would like to thank Abbie Rhodes for being the best!

Bailey Axen has been drawn to the stage since the age of 6 years old. He performed in many plays at the Gaslight Youth Theater, as well as professionally at the Great American Playhouse. He even performed some small TV roles in Los Angeles California. He is so thankful for The B.O.W. Company, and the sense of community it has brought to his life. In his free time, Bailey enjoys playing golf, basketball, and hanging out with friends. He would like to thank everyone who has been in support of his acting aspirations. His favorite bible verse is Romans 8:28, and he would like to thank God for all the blessings and opportunities in his life.

Senior and first year B.O.W. member Andrew Maxfield is looking forward to debut as Jacob Marley in A Christmas Carol. Previously he understudied in one of B.O.W.’s performances of Miracle on 34th Street a year before. He is very excited to film the scenes of A Christmas Carol with his fellow members. He would like to thank his family and friends and also Director Kriste for inspiring him to be better every day.

Megan is a junior and is in her second year of B.O.W. Her favorite roles have included Helena from A Midsummer Night's Dream and Eliza from Pygmalion. She's been loving the stage lights since second grade and been acting since first in elementary school. Megan gives special thanks to her B.O.W. family who seems to can make every rehearsal fun, and her family who come to all of her performances. She's thankful for her acting experiences so far and looks forward to whatever the future holds.

This is Jonathan’s senior year and he’s excited to enjoy the wonderful opportunity that has been provided in this stressful year. In his first year he took on the role of the lawyer Mr. Fred Gailey in Miracle on 34th St. In second year in B.O.W., Jonathan is taking on the grumpy role of Ebeneezer Scrooge. Experiencing theater from his family and learning more has been a pleasure. Who knows what the future holds but for now Merry Christmas and Bah! Humbug!

Grace is a junior; this is her second year in B.O.W. She has been acting in plays and musicals since she was 5 with some of her favorite roles being from Fact or Fiction the Christmas edition and Coffee Talk at Spearbucks. Grace is deeply passionate about acting and will be pursuing it as a career when she graduates.

This will be Avery’s 3rd year in The B.O.W. Company. She has been involved in acting and theatre since 2nd grade at the Grammar School. She is a part of set design and has been since the beginning of this adventure. Avery would like to thank her family for being constantly supportive and Mrs. Sarah Jenkins for helping her stay sane through the sleepless nights of designing these wonderful sets.

This is Ross' first year in B.O.W. and he is looking forward to performing the roles of Fezziwig, Peter and Male player 4 from the Christmas Carol. Ross has been acting since his 8th grade year. In his free time, he enjoys playing soccer, chess and riding his unicycle.

Hayley Bigelow is a first year member of B.O.W. She loves stories and anything that tells a story, including books, movies, plays, and dance. She is so excited about her first B.O.W. show and she can’t wait for years to come.

In her third year in The B.O.W. Company, senior Abbie (Abrielle) Rhodes has been involved in theater at Pusch Ridge since kindergarten. Her roles include Kate in Little Women, Amiens in As You Like It, and Sawyer in Miracle on 34th Street. She is part of the costume team and is so thankful that Sierra Rafacz has kept her sane through it all. Besides acting, Abbie enjoys writing, decorating and reading. She would like to thank her friends and family for their endless support and love, as well as Mrs. Sarah Jenkins and Mrs. Cheryl Even for their heroics and constant encouragement.

This is Jimmy’s first year in B.O.W. and he’s quite eager to join us. He started acting in the 7th grade at the age of thirteen with his first part being Ronald in “at the hop." In his free time, Jimmy likes to hang out with his family and play video games. I am so excited to see what B.O.W. holds in store this year.

Camille is so excited to be in her second B.O.W. show! I love all forms of art and I am so grateful to get the chance to participate in a virtual Christmas Carol! I love spending time dancing and singing, as well as I love being outside in nature. Last year I got the chance to play Susan in Miracle on 34 Street, as well as I have enjoyed acting in CYT musicals, and countless VBS plays! One day I hope to do musical theatre full time and eventually run a drama program at a high school! I look forward to where God will take me, and how he will use me in the future to glorify him through theatre!

I am a sophomore and this is my first year in B.O.W. I played many of Shakespeare’s characters in elementary school, but I really started to love acting when I played Bottom from A Midsummer’s Night Dream in fifth grade. I am so thankful to be a part of this team, and I can’t wait to see where God takes me.

Sophomore Noah Gray is in his first year in B.O.W., and has been acting at Pusch Ridge since 7th grade. His prior roles include Romeo in a scene of Romeo and Juliet, and Alexas in a scene of Antony and Cleopatra. Noah’s alway had a special love for theater and the performing arts, and is excited to be making his B.O.W. debut as Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol. He can't wait to see what God has instore for him. Additionally, Noah would like to thank his friends, family, and God for supporting and encouraging him everyday to pursue his dreams.

Charlie Cain’s first introduction to the stage came in first grade when, due to the very last -minute stage fright of a classmate, he found himself quickly thrown into “Indian Boy’s” costume and shoved on the set during a production of A Midsummers Night’s Dream. Charlie has continued to love to perform, from speech meets to in-class performances. His favorite part to date was as “Caliban” in The Tempest, dressed as Jabba the Hut, as the play was set in a Star Wars-themed universe.