Newsies Cast

Abel Leal (Morris Delancey)
Hi, my name is Abel and I’m in 10th grade. I play Morris Delancey. This is my first year being in a musical and I love singing and writing music and I hope you enjoy the show.
Adelyda Perez (Newsie)
Hello! My name is Adelyda Perez. I am a senior at Willmar Senior High. I’ve been in choir since 6th grade. I love to sing and constantly enjoy learning new music. I’ve never done a musical before, but it being my last year and last chance, I didn’t want any regrets.
Anna Kerstetter (Bowery Beauty,Newsie)
Hi, my name is Anna Kerstetter and I play the roles of a Newsie and a Bowery Beauty. I’m a sophomore this year. I’ve been in multiple prairie fire theatre productions and I’ve been dancing since I was three years old. Being this show has been so much fun and I hope you enjoy!
Averi Linn (Bunsen,Ike)
Hi, my name is Averi Linn and I play the role of Bunsen and Ike. I am 15 and a sophomore. Some of my favorite shows I’ve been in are Joseph and The Technicolor Dreamcoat, Bye Bye Birdie, and more. Enjoy the show!
Bailey Stahl (Finch)
My name is Bailey Stahl and I’m a junior at the Willmar Senior High. I’m also currently doing PSEO at Ridgewater college. I’ve been doing productions since I was six. I love performing and would like to dedicate my performance to my father, Kim Stahl. Enjoy the show!
Cadence Flolo (Bowery Beauty,Newsie)
My name is Cadence Flolo. I’m in the 9th grade. I will be taking the role of a Bowery Beauty and a Newsie. I have been in two previous musicals and can’t wait to do more!
Carly Hanies (Mrs. Jacobi,Newsie)
Hi, my name is Carly Haines and I am a junior at the Willmar High School. I play Mrs.Jacobi. I enjoy playing piano and singing. I have been in a couple of Barn Theater productions and some high school productions. I have been enjoying my time getting to know the cast and getting to learn another musical.
Ceci Buzzeo (Slasher)
My name is Ceci Buzzeo and I am a freshman here in Willmar. I will be playing the part of Slasher. I have been involved at The Barn Theater, the Middle School, and the High School. My favorite roles include Baby June, Jane Banks, and Genie. Enjoy the show!
Christopher Wright (Governor Roosevelt,Newsie)
Hello, I am Christopher Wright and play Roosevelt. I am a senior and I have participated in the Lion King Jr, Sister Act, Into the Woods and Mamma Mia! I am also a part of Willmar’s robotics team, WARPSPEED, and enjoy spending my time woodworking, playing xbox, and playing board games with my family.
Didiana Rosales (Nun,Newsie)
Hello, my name is Didiana Rosales. In this musical I’m playing the role of a Nun and a Newsie. I’ve been in a total of two musicals now, Sister Act in my freshman year and now Newsies my senior year. Usually my other favorite extracurricular activity to do is Art Club, I am very passionate about art and just love to be involved in the art field of things. I am planning on attending NDSU in North Dakota and to major in Graphic Design.
Diego Chavez (Oscar Delancey)
Hi, my name is Diego Chavez and I play “Oscar” one of the Delancey brothers. I started the musicals when I was 12. I was in the musicals Willy Wonka and Aladdin.
Douglas Thoms (Crutchie)
Hi, my name is Douglas Thoms and I am playing the role of Crutchie I have been in three productions in total. This is my first year as a lead cast member. I am so excited to play this role and I hope you enjoy the show. Thank you so much!
Elsa Gustafson (Specs)
Hello! My name is Elsa Gustafson and I am a freshman at Willmar Senior High. I play the role of Specs and have had an amazing time working with our awesome directors and cast. I hope you enjoy the spectacular show!
Emily Malmgren (Buttons)
My name is Emily Malmgren and I’m a senior! I play the role of Buttons (the cutest name in my opinion). This is my second musical at Willmar High School. I’m actively involved in our school’s music department being in band, choir, orchestra, jazz band, 2701, and chamber orchestra. I’m super excited to be a part of this awesome production!
Emma Villnow (Nun,Newsie)
Hi, I’m Emma Villnow. I play a nun and a newsie in this years musical. This is my 11th play and I’m super excited to be apart of Newsies.
Erin Vruwink (Tommy Boy)
Hi! I’m Erin. I am a junior and play the role of Tommy Boy in “Newsies”. This is my second musical performance at WHS. Last year, I was part of the chorus in “Mamma Mia!”. Enjoy the show!
Fritz Twedt (Snyder)
I’m Fritz! This is my first musical and I’m pretty pumped! I like to skateboard and eat smarties. I’m playing the character Snyder.
Grace Lynum (Elmer)
Hey, I’m Grace and I play Elmer! Elmer is the “ditzy” Newsie. I have been acting since I was 4. You may have seen me in the barn theater, prairie fire children’s theater, or in the school musicals. My most memorable musical was gypsy where I coincidently played a newsie!
Holly West (Henry)
My name is Holly West and I play Henry in Newsies. I’ve played many roles in multiple productions over the years. My favorite role was Herman Watson in Arsenic and Old Lace. I’m very excited for this years musical and I can’t wait to get this show on the road!
Issac Rende (Spot Conlon)
My name is Isaac and I play Spot Conlon. Spot is the leader of the Brooklyn Newsies, and all of the other Newsies are kinda scared of which is ironic because I am probably the smallest person in the cast. This is my third year doing musical, and I am very excited to have a part this year.
Isaiah Flolo (Mayor,Newsie)
Hi, my name is Isaiah Flolo. I’m a senior and I play the Mayor and a Newsie. I’m also in the singing group 2701 and I love music.
Jacob Meyer (Jack Kelly)
Hi, my name is Jacob Meyer, and I will be playing the role of Jack Kelly. My previous productions include Glorious!: The True Story of Florence Foster Jenkins, The Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, and others. Newsies will be my first time acting in a high school musical, but I have had the great pleasure of playing piano in the pit orchestra for the past three high school productions. I hope you enjoy the show!
Jary Santos Segovia (Nun,Newsie)
Hello, my name is Jary Santos Segovia. This is my first musical ever that I am in and I am extremely pumped for this musical. I am a Nun, Newsie and a Scab. The only thing I’ve ever done that is related to acting is speech. I am part of the Willmar Speech Team in the category of Storytelling and Humor. I’m very excited to perform, thank you.
Jason Malmgren (Davey)
Hello, I’m Jason Malmgren and I am a sophomore at the Willmar Senior High School. I play the role of Davey Jacobs. I have been in seven musicals before newsies. I play the piano and I play percussion in the band. I was also in the 2018-19 TBB Minnesota State Honor Choir.
Jenna Blackwell (Ike)
Hi, I’m Jenna Blackwell. I play the role of Ike. I enjoy taking part in musicals and I also enjoy playing sports. I am in dance and track. My favorite part of this musical so far is seeing how much fun we can have.
Jonathan Rubio (Newsie)
My name is Jonathan Rubio, I’m in 9th grade, and I’m a Newsie. This is my second musical at the high school(The King and I) and my third musical I’ve done.
Josh Jensen (Newsie)
Hi, my name is Joshua Jensen and I’m a freshman at Willmar High School. I enjoy musicals and choir. I also play trombone in band and in choir I sing as a tenor.
Julia Thaden (Medda Larkin)
Hi! My name is Julia Thaden and I play Medda Larkin. I am a senior and I have been in the musical since middle school. Besides music, I enjoy all things Agriculture and FFA and this year I will be singing in the National FFA Choir. What a great way to combine my love for Music and FFA!
Kaleb Gerdes (Darcy, Newsie)
Hi, I’m Kaleb. I’m Darcy and a Newsie in this years musical. This is my first musical ever.
Kalee Knutson (Newsie)
Hi! My name is Kalee Knutson and I’m a freshman. I play a Newsie in this years musical. This is my third year in a musical and I’m super excited to perform Newsies!
Kassie Ryan (Newsie)
Hi, my name is Kassie Ryan and I play the role of a Newsie. I’m a sophomore, and this is my first production with Willmar schools. I was in many plays with the New London-Spicer school district
Kim Albeno (Newsie)
Hello, my name is Kim Albeno. I’m a senior at Willmar Senior High school. This is the second musical that I’ve done. I’m looking forward to having a great time in this one!
Lennie Marshall (Newsie)
Hi, my name is Lennie. I like cats, ice cream, and movies. I’m a Newsie in this musical.
Lucas Lundy (Newsie)
Hi, my name is Lucas Lundy. This is my first musical in high school. I’m a Newsie and I am very excited to be apart of the show!
Macy Gazelka (Nun,Newsie)
My name is Macy Gazelka. I’m in 9th grade. I’ve been in various Prairie Fire plays when I was younger (Beauty & the Beast, Tom Sawyer, Wizard of Oz) and I am so excited to be in this musical as a nun.
Maeli Carlson (Bowery Beauty,Newsie)
Hi, my name is Maeli Carlson, I play the role of a Newsie and a Bowery Beauty. I am a freshmen at Willmar High school. I have done many plays and musicals throughout the years. Some places being the barn theater, prairie fire theater, the Middle school, and the High school.
Maggie Anderson (Mike)
I’m Maggie Anderson and I’m playing the role of Mike. I am a freshman this year. I have been in plays since I was 6 and have enjoyed doing them ever since. I’m looking forward to performing in my first high school musical!
Malaya Yauge (Bowery Beauty,Newsie)
Hi, my name is Malaya. I am playing a Bowery Beauty in this year’s musical. Along with singing, I've been playing the violin for almost 13 years. Music is a huge part of my life, but I also enjoy running, painting, acting, and hanging out with friends. I am SO excited and grateful to be apart of this amazing cast. Enjoy!
Marisa Peterson (Newsie)
My name is Marisa Peterson and I play a newsie in this production. I am a sophomore and I am an assistant coach for Willmar Just For Kix, as well as a dancer for the past 10 years. This year, I have joined FFA and Willmar Fire Explorers. I have previously been in productions of Mamma Mia!, Willy Wonka Jr., and Camp Rock. I am very excited to perform in this musical as well and I hope you will come and see it!
Matthew Weiss (Race)
Hi, my name is Matthew Weiss. I’m playing the role of Race. I enjoy baseball and choir. I hope you enjoy the show.
Meghan Weiss (Les)
My name is Meghan Weiss, I play the role of Les! I am a sophomore this year. I have acted in five musicals and played pit in two. I have participated in dance for thirteen years and have taught for three years. Outside dance and musicals, I enjoy playing instruments, lifting, running, softball, and listening to jazz. Enjoy the Show!
Noah Vander Pol (Wiesel)
My name is Noah Vander Pol. I am a junior at Willmar High and I play Wiesel, (NOT weasel). I have been in many productions in the past such as Annie, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, Mamma Mia!, as well as several others. I’m really looking forward to Newsies and hope you enjoy it!
Pedro Cruz (Joesph Pulitzer)
Hi, my name is Pedro Cruz and I play Pulitzer in the Willmar High School production of the musical Newsies. I’m a senior and I have been doing school musicals since 8th grade. I play the tuba and string bass in cardinal band and orchestra and I am also in the choir group 2701.
Phillip Thoms (Romeo)
Hello, my name is Phillip Thoms and I play the role of Romeo! I was in our high school production of Mamma Mia! and I also played Grandpa Joe in the junior high production of Willy Wonka Jr. I am super excited to be doing this show and hope you enjoy it too!
Quiana Christenson (Mush)
My name is Quiana Christenson and I play Mush in this production of Newsies. This is my 3rd high school musical and my first one without my brother who is in college. I love this musical and the people in it and I hope everyone enjoys the show!
Rachel Lanning (Katherine Plumber)
Hi, my name is Rachel Lanning and I play Katherine Plumber. I am a junior at WHS. My favorite activities are music, theatre, acting, and speech. My most memorable past shows include “Into The Woods”,“The Sound of Music”, and “The Lion King”, but working on this show has been my favorite.
Rae Holwerda (Nun,Newsie)
My name is Rae Holwerda. I’m in 9th grade. I’m playing the role of a Nun and Newsie. I have done two previous musicals and can’t wait for more to come in the future.
Reagan Bos (Jo Jo)
Hi, my name is Reagan Bos and I am playing the part of JoJo. I am a senior this year and this is my first high school musical! Newsies is one of my all time favorite musicals and I am so excited to be a part of this production!
Sam Gazelka (Seitz,Newsie)
My name is Sam Gazelka, and I am in 9th grade. I’ve been in a few Prairie Fire plays including Peter Pan, Tom Sawyer, Beauty & the Beast, and The Wizard of Oz. I am excited to be apart of this years Newsies.
Serena Mobley (Bowery Beauty,Newsie)
Hi! My name is Serena Mobley and I’m playing a Bowery Beauty. I am currently a junior at Willmar High School. While at the high school I’ve been a part of the musical, speech, and track and field team. I hope you enjoy the show.
Tasha Klatt (Hannah,Newsie)
Hi, my name is Tasha Klatt and I play Hannah! I am a senior this year and I am so glad the musical for my senior year is Newsies. Besides music, I enjoy speech and biochemistry!
Weston Hansen (Albert)
I’m Weston if you didn’t already know and I’m Albert. I’ve been in one other musical other than this and that was camp rock. I was the star himself, Luke Williams. I’ve normally done cross country, but this year I decided to switch things up and I think it’s been the best decision of my life.
Will Trochlil (Bill,Newsie)
My name is Will Trochlil. I’m a senior and I am also a PSEO student at Ridgewater college. I play Bill and I am also one of the Newsies. This is my first musical ever. I play the French Horn in the school band and sing as a Bass in the choir. I am in cross country skiing and golf. Once I graduate, I am trying to attend a college in the Moorehead/Fargo area. I think I’m going to major in computer programming.
Xanarei Nordby (Nun,Newsie)
Hi, my name is Xanarei Nordby and I play a Nun and a Newsie. I’m a junior at the high school. This is the first musical I have done and hope to do more.
Zach Prokosch (Nuzio)
My name is Zach Prokosch and I play Nuzio. I enjoy singing, acting, and dancing. I have a dog named Bella and I like animals.