Into the Woods

Morgynn Adams (Giant) is a freshman and this is her first production at Lewis Central. Her first show was Shrek in sixth grade, The Outsiders and How To Succeed in High School Without Really Trying, and now Into the Woods. She is happy to be a part of this production and hopes you enjoy the show.

Addison Bortmess (Lucinda) is a Senior and this is her third production. She was in Shrek, Freaky Friday as a tech member, and now in the cast of Into The Woods. She is grateful for the community that Lewis Central Theatre has given her, and is excited for this year’s production!!

Ethan Bortmess (Jack) is a Senior, and this will be his seventh and final production. He has been in Shrek, Game of  Tiaras, Freaky Friday, Almost, Maine, Footloose, Outsiders, and now Into The Woods. He is thankful for everyone who has been able to watch any show he has been in. He is immensely grateful for the opportunities Lewis Central Theatre has given him and he can not wait to see where the underclassmen take the program. He is excited for you to see the hard work the cast has put into the show and hopes you enjoy it!

Audrey Clanton (Narrator's Child Understudy) is a fifth grade student at Lewis Central. This will be her first show at the high school. She wants to thank her mom for pushing her to try out for this production, and is very grateful that she gets to be a part of this AMAZING production.  She can't wait for everyone to see the show! 

Callie Durfey (Little Cinderella) is in 4th grade at Lewis Central.  This is her first show at the high school.  She has been involved in Beauty and the Beast, Charlotte’s Web, Elf, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, and Oliver Jr. in local community theaters.  She wants to thank her brother, Creighton, for being someone to look up to and shining the way like a lighthouse.

Creighton Durfey (Wolf Understudy) is a freshman at Lewis Central. He has been involved in Shrek, Outsiders, and now Into the Woods. He has participated in local community theatre, making this his tenth show overall.  As a freshman, he looks forward to several more years of great productions! 

Sophia Gochenour (Cinderella's Mother)) is a Freshman and this will be her first production here at Lewis Central High School, but is her 12th production overall. She’s been doing theatre since she was three years old, and is excited to see what comes in her future. She is very grateful to be part of the theatre family! She wants to thank her family for helping her towards her goals in theatre, especially her mom. She says “thank you mom for everything you did to get me where I am today. I hope you enjoy the show!” Now with that, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. 

Kenzy Hampton (Little Cinderella) is a third grader at Iowa School for the Deaf, and this is her first theater production at Lewis Central. She is excited and ready for this performance, and is happy that she gets this opportunity!

Lilys Goff Haywood (Rapunzel) is a freshman and this will be her second production at Lewis Central; her first being Shrek as a middle schooler. She is extremely grateful to be granted the opportunity to play her first real part as a ninth grader and plans to continue to be a part of the theater community. Enjoy the show! 

Kate Graeve (Snow White) is a Junior and this will be her sixth production. She has been a part of Almost, Maine, Will You Be My Nemesis?, Footloose, How To Succeed High School Without Really Trying, Outsiders, The Candidate, and now Into the Woods. She loves being a part of theatre and is grateful for all the people she has met and worked with. She thanks everyone for coming out to watch it and hopes you enjoy it.

Klayton Hull (Little Jack) is a fifth Grader at Iowa School For The Deaf. This is his first theater production at Lewis Central. He has enjoyed the experience and hopes you enjoy the show!

Ethan Hutchison (Cinderella's Prince) is a Senior and this will be his seventh production. He has been a part of Almost, Maine, Why We Like Love Stories, Will You Be My Nemesis?, Footloose, How to Succeed in High School Without Really Trying, The Outsiders, and now Into the Woods. Ethan adores acting and theatre and is grateful for every opportunity theatre has given him, from friendship to a passion. Ethan is excited for you to see Lewis Central’s production of Into the Woods and thanks you for coming. 

Jacquelyn Hutzell (Sleeping Beauty) is a sophomore this year and this is her third production. She started in the ensemble of the Little Mermaid Jr. in middle school, and as a freshman was in the ensemble for Footloose. This year she is playing Sleeping Beauty for Into the Woods. She is very grateful to have learned from the upperclassmen, and hopes to one day be just as great as they are. 

Kaitlyn Johns (Second Narrator) is a junior at Iowa School for the Deaf. This is her first production at Lewis Central. She is very thankful to be involved in performances, and she hopes all people will enjoy the show. She is happy that Iowa School for the Deaf students and staff can come and watch their performances. 

Tyler Kennedy (Rapunzel's Prince) is a Senior, and this will be his seventh production. He has participated in Shrek, Freaky Friday, Footloose, Game of Tiaras, and now Into The Woods. He is thankful for the opportunities theater has provided, and is excited to share this production with you. Enjoy the show!

Eliza Knotek (Understudy Narrator's Child) is in fourth grade at Lewis Central. She has been involved in multiple elementary musicals and also participates in cheerleading.  She would like to thank her mom and dad for encouraging her to do her best and supporting her in her activities.

Leah Knudsen (Cinderella) is a junior this year, and this will be her first production as an actor. She has worked on other productions as a tech, and was an extra in The Outsiders. She is very nervous, yet still excited for this opportunity. Thank you for coming!

Bayli Kreitzinger (Red Riding Hood) is a junior at Lewis Central. Into the Woods will be her seventh production. Previous productions include The Little Mermaid and Shrek while in middle school, and Freaky Friday, Almost Maine, Footloose and now Into The Woods in high school. Bayli loves to perform and is also involved in show choir and choir at Lewis Central. She is excited to perform and hopes you are excited to watch!

Marne Kyndesen (The Witch) is so excited for this show! As a senior, Marne has taken on something new for her ninth production at Lewis Central, she’s playing a witch. As a Christian, Marne strives to glorify God in every role she is given, so this has come as an interesting challenge for her. Marne is grateful that this role demands faith that God can use the villain in a story to reveal the greater purpose that evil will always fail, and good will always prevail. Marne hopes the audience will be encouraged by this as they watch this incredible show. Enjoy! 

Maeghan Mallindine (Milky White) is a freshman this year, and this will be her second production. She participated in Shrek as a middle school student. She is excited to take on the role as Milky White. Moo!

Cameron Moore (Cinderella's Father) is a senior and this will be his sixth production. He is very excited to complete his senior year and is looking forward to his future. Enjoy the show!

Aeva Moore (Florinda) is a senior, and this will be her first and last production at Lewis Central. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Aari Murren (Cinderella's Stepmother) is a junior this year, and this will be her sixth production for Lewis Central’s Thespian Troupe 5150. She participated in Little Mermaid Jr., Game of Tiaras, Freaky Friday, Almost, Maine, and Footloose. Outside of theater, she is also in the show choir. She is super excited to put a smile on everyone's face with her super spunky attitude. She is very happy to be a part of this show, and really hopes you enjoy it! 

Chloe Nash (Baker's Wife) is a junior and this will be her ninth production at Lewis Central. She was a part of The Little Mermaid Jr. and Shrek as a middle school student. Her high school credits include Game of Tiaras, Freaky Friday, Almost, Maine, Will You Be My Nemesis?, Footloose, The Outsiders, and now Into the Woods. Into the Woods has always been one of her favorite musicals and she’s so excited to share its magic with the audience as the Baker's Wife. All the countless hours of hard work, dedication, and fun that have been poured into this show is what makes theater so special to her, She’s thrilled to share the finished product with you tonight! Enjoy the show! 

Charlie Nickman (Little Jack) is a third grader at Titan Hill and this is his first production at Lewis Central. Charlie is excited to show off his outstanding screaming and acting skills. Charlie hopes that this is the first of many performances he will participate in at Lewis Central. 

Max O'Brien (Narrator/Mysterious Man) is a senior, and this will be his ninth and final production for Lewis Central Thespian Troupe 5150. He’s been in Little Mermaid Jr., Shrek, Game of Tiaras, Freaky Friday, Will You Be My Nemesis?, Almost, Maine, Footloose, Outsiders, and now Into The Woods. He appreciates all the years of people coming to watch the productions and is grateful for the growth in his performances. Thank you for coming to watch Into The Woods, I hope you enjoy the show. 

Jamison Olson (The Baker) is a Senior, and this will be his seventh and final production. He has been in Shrek, Freaky Friday, Will You Be My Nemesis?, Almost, Maine, Footloose, Outsiders, and now Into The Woods. He is thankful for those who have supported his performances throughout the years, and is grateful for the memories he has made along the way. Enjoy the show!

Sophia Peterson (Granny) is a junior at Lewis Central, and this is her seventh production. She has been in Game of Tiaras, Almost, Maine, Will You Be My Nemesis?, Footloose, The Outsiders, and now, Into The Woods. She has enjoyed every moment she has spent on the stage and every person she has encountered because of this Thespian Troupe. She hopes you enjoy the show! 

Jack Pettit (Understudy Little Jack) is a third grader at Titan Hill. He has been in Cookies: The Musical and The Phantom of the Music Room at Titan Hill. He is very excited to be in a high school show for the first time and learn acting skills from the high school students. He is very excited for the show!

Presley Putnam (Little Red) is in fifth grade at Lewis Central.  This is her first show, and she wants to thank her sister for helping her get interested in theatre. 

Larsen Ridder (Wolf) is a sophomore in high school. His high school productions include Almost, Maine, Will you Be My Nemesis?, Footloose, and The Outsiders. He wants to thank his sister who did this musical and hopes she enjoys her favorite song, Hello Little Girl.  

Jax Robinson (Understudy Little Jack)

Addie Scherb (Understudy Narrator's Child) is a third grade student at Lewis Central. This will be her first production at the high school. She would like to thank her mom and dad for encouraging her to participate in this amazing production.

RJ Smith (The Steward) is a sophomore at Lewis Central. This is his fifth high school production. He has been in Almost, Maine, Will You Be My Nemesis?, Footloose, and The Outsiders. He has really enjoyed the process of this production and can’t wait for what future shows will bring!

Marley Stacy (Jack's Mother) is a junior at Lewis Central. This will be her eighth production. She has been involved in Don’t U Luv Me?, Almost, Maine, Why We Like Love Stories, Footloose (as tech), The Outsiders, How To Succeed in High School Without Really Trying, The Candidate, and now Into the Woods. I love the community and all the fun that comes with theatre, and I can’t wait for the future of this program. Thank you for coming to the show!

Saylor Thompson (Understudy Narrator's Child) is a fifth grader at Titan Hill.  This will be her first production at the high school.  Saylor is very thankful and excited for the opportunity!

Maya Tubby (Little Cinderella) is a third grader at Iowa School for the Deaf. This is her first time in a production at Lewis Central’s Into the Woods. She wants to say thank you to all the people who come and watch our show. 

Tommy Adkins (Lights)is a Freshman at Lewis Central High School. Into The Woods is his fifth show in the program. He was previously involved in Shrek, Freaky Friday, Footloose, and the Outsiders. He is grateful for the opportunities Troupe 5150 has provided, and hopes you enjoy the show.

Eveylyn Duitsman (Spot Light)

Jocelyn Jakoubek (Stage Manager) is a junior at Lewis Central High School. Jocelyn stage managed six mainstages and two one acts. Her previous shows Game of Tiaras, Freaky Friday, Almost, Maine, Will You Be My Nemesis?, A Game, Footloose, Outsiders, and now Into the Woods! She wants to thank you so much for coming to the show to see all of the hard work and dedication throughout the past few months. She also wants to thank all cast and crew members for making a great activity feel like home. Enjoy the show. 

Elvis Larsen is a freshman at Lewis Central High School. This will be his second production with Troupe 5150. He's very excited for people to come watch the show and hopes everyone enjoys it! 

Nina Manz

Leighton Nedved

Emma  McCool is a Sophomore at Lewis Central High School and has been involved in Troupe 5150 since middle school. She performed as part of the ensembles in The Little Mermaid Jr. and Shrek. This is her eighth overall production with LC, and also her second as the Head Costume Designer. Emma wants to thank not only the community, her teachers, directors, and  parents for their continued support, but also you for coming to see the show and supporting Lewis Central Theatre and Iowa School for the Deaf. She hopes you enjoy the show, and even perhaps find yourself in it, whether it be lost in the woods, on the steps of the palace, or perched high away in a tall tower. And just like it’s said in the show, always remember, truly, no one is alone. 

Dane Ranney is a sophomore and this is his first production with Troupe 5150. Creating and finding props has been a challenge, but he is excited to see the set come to life. He hopes you enjoy the show. 

Kai Robbins is a senior at Lewis Central High School. This will be their 7th (and last) production with Troupe 5150. This is also their second year working with wigs, and first on hair and makeup. They are very excited to close their year out with an amazing show. They’ve had a lot of fun prepping and working on the aspects of the show with the backstage crew and the lovely actors. Kai would like to thank their parents and everyone who has supported them in this creative process. It’s been quite a ride and it’s going to be hard to let it go. They want to make sure that you truly see the show for what it is, so please, look close and don’t miss out on fine details, and enjoy the show! 

Leighton Skudler is a sophomore at Lewis Central High School. This will be his fourth production with Troupe 5150. He is very excited to be partnering with Iowa School for the Deaf and can’t wait to see the show come to life. He hopes everyone enjoys the show!

Layne Smith

Jayden Urich

Gracie Davis