Brigadoon Cast

This is Bella's first experience being on stage, performing in theatre. She is a 5th grade student at Roynon Elementary in La Verne, CA and is a member of the Honor Choir and Descants. She has been a member of both choirs for two years. She is an enthusiastic singer and has taken private lessons and loves music and the stage. Bella has been singing before talking, and dancing before walking and is eager to begin her walk towards Broadway!

Joaquin Cardeno is thrilled to be performing in this year’s production. Joaquin is five years old and has performed in the Aklanons of America Association’s rendition of The Nativity Scene. Joaquin enjoys singing, dancing, and playing with his siblings in his spare time.

Lorenzo Cardeno is excited to be performing in this year’s production. Lorenzo is six years old and has performed in the Aklanons of America Association’s rendition of The Nativity Scene. Lorenzo enjoys playing soccer, reading, and playing with his siblings in his spare time.

Alyssa Duarte is beyond thrilled to be playing the role of Fiona. She has been performing for most of her life as she found her passion in Musical Theater at an early age. Some of her favorite roles include Wendy from Peter Pan, Sandra Bloom from Big Fish, Ms.Tottendale from The Drowsy Chaperone, Jane from Tarzan, and Ariel in The Little Mermaid. She has been recognized for her performances with 3 Macy Awards for Highest Achievement, has received an NYA for Best Lead Actress in a Musical for her role as Jane in Tarzan, and received a nomination for her role as Ariel in The Little Mermaid. She has been trained in classical music and has entered singing competitions such as SCVA and The Music Center’s spotlight. She has received superior ratings and is currently in the running as a semi-finalist. She would like to thank her friends and family, and current and former cast members for striving her to always do her best. She would also like to thank Katy, Ms.Kocalis, Ms. Brightbill, and Ms

Allison Eicher is a seventh-grader who currently goes to Lone Hill Middle School. Her first play was "The Sound of Music" where she played a marionette. She also played Janie and Young Violet in the production of "It's a Wonderful Life". Most recently she was a farm girl in "Big Fish". She would like to thank her family for supporting her and helping her practice. She would also like to thank her directors for giving her the opportunity to perform and her castmates who always make her smile. Allison hopes everyone enjoys the show!

Kensington is a 5th grader at Gladstone Elementary and is enjoying performing in her 5th play, having previously been in the ensemble casts of Sound of Music, It's a Wonderful Life, Big Fish and The Addams Family. She also sings in the Honor Choir at Gladstone. Kensington is grateful for all the relationships she has made through Drama and would like to thank the crew and her fellow castmates of Brigadoon for their support and friendship, her play administrators for their guidance, commitment and hard work to making Brigadoon a success, and lastly her family for their love and support.

Kellan is a first grader in Mr. Kim's class at Gladstone Elementary. He plays rec and club soccer (he's on the field 6 days a week), and loves school, rehearsal, and his big brothers. This is his 6th show at San Dimas, and he really enjoys being in plays and musicals here with his friends. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Rhiannon Lallathin is 13 years old and is excited to be performing in Brigadoon. She has previously appeared onstage in San Dimas High School's production of Big Fish as well as Top Billing Entertainment's productions of Beauty and The Beast, The Little Mermaid and Frozen. She would like to thank the cast and crew for all of their hard work and for making this a great experience.

Ethan has been watching musicals since the early age of 9, and he also loves to sing along to them. He is excited to be in his first on-stage role as Charlie Dalrymple & his family can’t wait to see him perform!

Mary McCool is a Sophomore at San Dimas High School. She has been involved with San Dimas High School Drama for 6 years, where she debuted as a Lullaby League Munchkin in The Wizard of Oz. Most recently she played Rhoda in Bad Seed. Mary would like to thank Ms. Kocalis, Ms. Brightbill, and Kaity for helping her grow not only as a performer, but as a person. She would also like to thank her family for their support in helping her pursue her dreams. She looks forward to the many shows to come and being a part of the San Dimas High School Drama family. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Catherine Mikhail (Townsperson), a freshman, has been part of San Dimas High School’s Drama club since their last production, Bad Seed, where she worked in makeup/hair design. Her experience working with her fellow cast and crew was wonderful and very thrilling. Catherine would like to graduate high school and attend USC to study the Dramatic Arts. Brigadoon will be her first time as a cast member and she is excited to get out on stage. Catherine would like to thank her family and friends for all their support.

Ethan Moore is excited to be in his third production with San Dimas Drama. He will be channeling his inner Scotsman for his current role as Townsfolk. In the last all-age production, Ethan played the role of Excited Scout in Big Fish, and previously in 2017 Ethan won a Macy Award for his role as Man Drinking Beer in The Sound of Music. Ethan would like to thank his family for their support and dedication, and Mrs. Kocalis and the many volunteers for their hard work in continuing to bring these inspiring productions to the San Dimas community.

Gabby Nava appears in her second San Dimas High School musical in the role of a townskid. In 2018, she performed in Big Fish in several ensemble roles. Gabby loves singing and dancing, and is sincerely grateful for the teaching and guidance of Directors Heidi Brightbill and Kelly Kocalis.

Paul Vincent Pignotti, aka “PV”, is a senior this year. He has been in theater since the third grade and has especially enjoyed his theater experience here at SDHS. Cast as “Mendel” in Fiddler on the Roof, “Uncle Max” in Sound of Music, “George Bailey” in It's A Wonderful Life, “Will” in Big Fish and “Clayton” in Tarzan. Paul Vincent is an honor student and a scholar athlete. He is the goalie for the Varsity Water Polo team as well as one of the team captains. This year PV holds the position of Thespian Coordinator for the Drama program along with being a Scholar Thespian himself. He hopes you enjoy tonight’s performance and encourages anyone who is thinking of joining drama, to do so. This show, he is excited to play the role of “Tommy” in “Brigadoon”’.

Rudy Quinonez is a 5th grader at Roynon Elementary. He is thrilled to be participating in his second SDHS drama performance. Last year he played Young Will in the production of Big Fish. In addition to acting, Rudy enjoys singing in Roynon’s choir and playing trombone in the band, as well as, tap dancing at Adage Dance Center. Rudy is grateful for his loving and supportive family. As the oldest of six kids, Rudy is always finding ways to entertain his siblings with jokes, magic tricks, and just plain fun! His love for life and positive attitude shines out in all he does.

Jessica Ray is 8 years old and in 3rd grade. She loves slime, reading, games, and playing with her cats Skunk and Carrot. She's been performing since she was 4 years old and this is her 11th play. Her favorite role was Gladys Gutzman in Top Billing Entertainment summer camp show Junie B. Jones Jr. She has taken tap, singing, hiphop, and loves the plays most. She'd like to be a doctor when she grows up. She'd like to thank her number 1 fans and GM, GP, Mama for always supporting her dreams. Thanks also to everyone at SDHS drama department, you are all the BEST!

Jacqueline Rich has had the pleasure of participating in the last 13 outstanding SDHS productions. She received the ‘Rookie of the Year Award’ her Freshman year and has been honored to be inducted into the National Thespian Society. Her favorite roles have included Sandra Bloom in Big Fish and Chava in Fiddler on the Roof. In 2018 she was nomiated for an NYA award for her role as The Baroness in The Sound of Music. Jackie is thrilled to be directing her first play and would like to thank Ms. Kelly Kocalis for the opportunity to learn from her and for sharing her love of the theatre with her for the last 4 years.

Vanessa Sandoval is a freshman performing in her second high school show and is excited to be in this year's musical "Brigadoon" as ensemble. Vanessa would like to thank her directors, fellow cast and crew members, and family for their support.

Reid is a fourth grade student at Gladstone Elementary. Reid has been involved with SDHS drama since Kindergarten when he was a Lost Boy in Peter Pan. This will be his 6th show with SDHS. He enjoys pushing himself to learn and grow while on stage. His favorite role was Peter Bailey in Its a Wonderful Life. Away from the theater, Reid enjoys playing baseball with SDLL and his travel ball team the Wildcats. He enjoys band and honor choir. He is also a Commissioner with Gladstone’s Student Council. Reid would like to thank his parents for their love and support. He would also like to thank Ms. Kocalis and Ms. Brightbill for their guidance and direction throughout the years.

Royce is a second grade student at Gladstone Elementary. Royce has been involved with SDHS drama since Preschool when he was a Son in Fiddler on the Roof. This will be his 5th show with SDHS. He enjoys pushing himself to learn and grow while on stage. His favorite role was Will’s Son in Big Fish. Away from the theater, Royce enjoys playing baseball with SDLL, and soccer with his Club Team. He enjoys school - reading and math is his favorite. Royce would like to thank his parents for their love and support. He would also like to thank Ms. Kocalis and Ms. Brightbill for their guidance and direction throughout the years.

is a fifth grade student at Gladstone Elementary. Ryder has been involved with SDHS drama since first grade when he was a Lost Boy in Peter Pan. This will be his 6th show with SDHS. He enjoys pushing himself to learn and grow while on stage. His favorite role was Young Will in Big Fish. Away from the theater, Ryder enjoys playing baseball, basketball and soccer. He enjoys honor band and choir. He is also the Co-President of Gladstone’s Student Council. Ryder would like to thank his parents for their love and support. He would also like to thank Ms. Kocalis and Ms. Brightbill for their guidance and direction throughout the years.

Claire is a junior at San Dimas and is so excited to be a part of this department! Her favorite role in these past three years was Louisa Von Trapp in the Sound of Music. She would like to thank all of the parents who donate their time to the quality of the show, her family who has supported her with patience and love, and her friends who make it all worthwhile. Enjoy the show!

Marlie Walker is a 7th grader who is playing a townsperson. She is on her 5th year of drama and currently attends Lone Hill. When she is not at drama, she enjoys online shopping and hanging out with her friends. She would like to thank her parents for driving her to rehearsal every night and Mrs. Kocalis, Ms. Brightbill, Ms. Kaity, and Alyssa Duarte for putting in so many countless hours to help us put up an amazing production. She hopes you enjoy the show.