She Kills Monsters Cast

Lillian Cooper, a junior, is thrilled to be a part of her tenth show at SMS with people she loves! South: Almost, Maine (Ginette), Mamma Mia! (Ali), Have You Heard? (Mattie), Cinderella (dancer), Stocking Stuffers (Lawyer Elf), Jesus Christ Superstar, Thespian Troupe #2491 (Historian), Advanced Repertory Theatre (Public Relations Crewhead); Theatre in the Park: Matilda (Big Kid); CYT: Footloose (dancer); Crescendo Dance Conservatory. Lillian would like to thank her directors, friends, and family for keeping her sane, those aiding with the COVID-19 vaccination, and those fighting for justice and equality!

Maggie Herber, a junior, feels so freaking honored to be a part of such a meaningful show! South: Almost Maine (Shelly), Steel Magnolias (Ouiser), Stocking Stuffers (Little Match Girl), Peter Pan, Cinderella, Mamma Mia!, The Laramie Project, Scenes From A Quarantine, Advanced Repertory Theatre (Props Crewhead), Thespian Troupe #2491 Vice President; HASF: Taming of the Shrew (Kate), Romeo and Juliet (Romeo), The Tempest (Prospero). Maggie would like to thank her friends and family, Mr Swezey, Props Crew, her own D&D party, and Phoebe Bridgers for inspiring her every day! #BLACKLIVESMATTER

Noah Biswell, a junior, is excited to be part of such an exciting show! South: Almost, Maine (Pete/Dave), Stocking Stuffers (Elf #1, Stocking #1, and Donner), Peter Pan (Nibs), Jesus Christ Superstar, Cinderella (Dancer), Mamma Mia! (Pepper). Theatre in the Park: The Little Mermaid (Running Crew), Matilda (Running Crew). He would like to thank his family, his F3 brothers, Sophia Caruso, Jesse Hoover, Eshan Kamran, Mark Swezey, Skip Gordon, and Harp-Dawg.

Morgan Lank, a senior, is thrilled to be performing in She Kills Monsters! This will be her 12th production at South. South: Mamma Mia! (Tanya), Steel Magnolias (Shelby), A Miracle on 34th Street (Ms. Macy), Stocking Stuffers (Barbie, Blitzen, Female Elf), Almost, Maine (Sandrine), Jesus Christ Superstar (dancer), Advanced Repertory Theatre (Company Manager), Thespian Troupe #2491; Theatre in the Park: Matilda; The Culture House: Beauty and the Beast (Silly Girl). Morgan would like to thank her family, friends, Megan McCain, and Taylor Helm for all they do. Enjoy the show!

Seneca Sims, a senior, is so psyched to be in this production! South: Steel Magnolias (M’Lynn), Almost Maine (Deena/Hope), Cinderella (Charlotte), A Miracle on 34th Street (Mrs. Mara), Stocking Stuffers 2019 (Donner), The Laramie Project (Company), Thespian Troupe #2491; Theatre in the Park: The Little Mermaid (Mersister); The Culture House: The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Dancer). Seneca would like to thank Shawnee Mission South and Mark Swezey for choosing a show that features queer women (and she-devils). She’d also like to thank her family, friends, Iris Hannon, and Tim Curry for inspiring and supporting her. Protect Black Trans Lives!

Jesse James, a junior, is exalted to participate in this show. Theatre in the Park: Matilda (Big Kid); Coterie: Ubu (Ubu), Magic Woods (Raccoon); South: Cinderella (Sebastian), Almost, Maine (East/Steve/Phil), Jesus Christ Superstar (Herod), Mamma Mia!, Stocking Stuffers 2020 (Scrooge/Uncle Sam/Ken), Stocking Stuffers 2019 (Scrooge), Puzzle Pieces (Jamie), Have You Heard? (Zak), Scenes From a Quarantine (Romeo/Death), Peter Pan (Lost Boy), Advanced Repertory Theatre (Set Crewhead). He would like to thank Noah Biswell and the F3 guys, his Sunshine, family, and Mark Swezey.

Holden Schroeder, a junior, is elated to be in this wonderful show at South. South: Peter Pan (John), Jesus Christ Superstar (Apostle), Mamma Mia! (Bill Austin), One Acts (Lucky/Famine), Almost, Maine (Jimmy); Theatre in the Park: Matilda (Big Kid); The New Dinner Theatre: Sherwood The Adventures of Robin Hood (Young Robin Hood); The Coterie: Magic Woods (Deer), Comedy Masters, Acting Masters. He would like to thank his best friends Maggie Herber and Sam Hale.

Stella Clayton, a junior, is so grateful to be involved in her 8th show at South! This is by far her favorite role she has ever been cast in, and she’s so excited to be able to do this show with all her closest friends! South: Stocking Stuffers (Easter Bunny), Puzzle Pieces (Vicki); South Tech: The Laramie Project, Cinderella, Mamma Mia!, Stocking Stuffers 2019, Steel Magnolias, Almost Maine, Repertory Theatre (Props Crew), Thespian Troupe #2491 Theatre Advocacy Chair; MTKC: Descendants (Queen Grimhilde), James and the Giant Peach (Dancer). She would like to thank her family and friends for being the light in her life and Mr. Swezey for giving her so many opportunities to do what she loves!

Maria Heath, a senior, is excited to be in her 16th show at South! South: Almost, Maine (Marci), Steel Magnolias (Clairee), Stocking Stuffers (Grandma/Hagatha), Puzzle Pieces (Jen), Peter Pan (Liza), Mamma Mia!, Cinderella, Advanced Repertory Theatre (Public Relations Crewhead), Thespian Troupe #2491 President; Theatre in the Park: Front of House Staff; Coterie Theatre: Young Playwrights’ Roundtable; Starlight: Blue Star Awards Student Council. Maria would like to thank her parents, family, friends, Laura Bogner, Jeff Church, the production staff, and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids for their continued efforts to help theatre personnel across the country as Broadway remains dark.

Leah Flint, a senior, is thrilled to be in her 15th show at South! SMS: Almost, Maine (Glory), Stocking Stuffers (Babydoll), Puzzle Pieces (Erin), Scenes from a Quarantine (Juliet), Jesus Christ Superstar (dancer), The Laramie Project (Company), Cinderella (Gabrielle), Mamma Mia!, Advanced Repertory Theatre (Costumes Crewhead). She would like to thank her family and friends for their continuous support, and cast and crew for putting together such a fantastic show. Lastly, she'd like to thank Mr. Swezey, Skip Gordon, and Patricia Berning for being our fearless leaders.

Jackson Underwood, a junior, is stoked to be performing in his 10th South production! South: Jesus Christ Superstar (Priest), Peter Pan (Tootles), Almost, Maine (Lendall), Cinderella (dancer), Mamma Mia!, Stocking Stuffers 2019 & 2020 (Cupid), Have You Heard? (Jake), Advanced Repertory Theatre (Costumes Crewhead); Theatre in the Park: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang; MTKC: Mary Poppins. He would like to thank his family and friends.

Aneesa Housel, a junior, is so excited to be a part of her 9th Shawnee Mission South production. South: Peter Pan (Lost Boy), Jesus Christ Superstar (Apostle), Cinderella, Stocking Stuffers (Doll #3), Mamma Mia!, Have You Heard? (Zoe), Repertory Theatre (Props Crew); CYT: Footloose (Cowboy Bob Bandmember). She would like to thank her family and friends for their support, the props crew, and Mr. Swezey for all he does for the South Theatre.

Laura Bogner, a senior, is so excited to be involved in her twelfth show at South! South: Almost, Maine (Gayle), Scenes from a Quarantine (Greer/War), Stocking Stuffers (Doll #1); South Tech: Mamma Mia! (Assistant Director), Jesus Christ Superstar (Principal Flute), Advanced Repertory Theatre (Props Crewhead); Personal: The Princess Bride (Director/Yellin), Cinderella Wore Combat Boots (Director/Fairy Godmother). Laura would like to thank her parents, family, friends, Maria Heath, Mr. Swezey, Kristi Mitchell, and Mr. Adams for helping her get to where she is today. She would also like to thank all those who are helping those affected by COVID-19, especially those who work in healthcare and education. Thank you for all you do.

Carolyn, a sophomore, is excited to be a part of her 4th show at Shawnee Mission South! South: Mamma Mia!, Scenes From A Quarantine, Stocking Stuffers (Meryl), Repertory Theatre (Set Crew); Stage Right Performing Arts: Les Miserables. Carolyn would like to thank her parents who have supported her and all of the people working behind the scenes to make this show possible.