Meet the Casts of Cinderella and Jersey Boys - SHTAP 2024
Anderson, Ella-Jo
Ella began her theater experience in New Jersey at the age of 6, participating in Mary Poppins, Frozen and Beauty and the Beast. She joined Sleepy Hollow last year, acting in Willy Wonka and Mathilda the Musical. Ella enjoys playing the piano and guitar and writes her own music in her spare time. She is happy to return in Cinderella this year!
Archuleta, Marcos
This is Marcos’s 4th season with Sleepy Hollow. During the school year, he enjoys to keep himself busy with activities such as choir, band, jazz band, and theater. When not doing those he enjoys relaxing at home. He would like to thank his parents for always being there for him.
Beto, Charlee
Ive been with sleepy hollow for 6 years and have gotten the Gypsy award with them and with another theatre program. I’ve been doing musicals and plays since I was five and I will forever love it. I also love seeing the shows come together.
Brousseau, Bennett
This is Bennett’s 2nd year with Sleepy Hollow and his 4th different theater performance. He enjoys listening to music, going on road trips, skiing, golfing and hanging out with his family & friends. This fall he will be starting the 7th grade and is really looking forward to participating in more theater and choir performances.
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Caya, Hannah
Hannah, a newcomer to Sleepy Hollow, first appeared on stage in DanceWorx studio's production of Little Mermaid, as Queen Selena. Hannah enjoys dancing, singing, playing piano and the oboe. Hannah is a student ambassador at Mandan Middle school, and competitive dancer at DanceWorx studio.
Childers, Emma
Emma Childers will be a Sophomore this Fall. She loves performing on stage, which first started with dance when she was three, she has been in several productions in the last several years, five we’re school performances and this is her third production at Sleepy Hollow.
Colby, Ahria
Ahria will be in the 7th grade this fall. She has been in Sleepy Hollow for three years. She enjoys singing, theatre, basketball and volleyball. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Dasovick, Jameson
Jameson, an upcoming 7th grader, is happy to return to Sleepy Hollow for a second year. He has performed in the ensemble in Willy Wonka Jr. and has been in the Rising Stars as well. He enjoys being active in theatre as well as choir and band. He also studies martial arts and likes reading in his spare time.
Dasovick, Lily
Lily is going into her freshman year of high school, and has been involved with Sleepy Hollow for six years, in both the Rising Stars, and on the main stage. She is also involved in CDCC outside of school, and in school does speech, choir, band, jazz band, and drumline. Special thanks to family and friends for their support.
Dasovick, Emilee
Emilee has been a part of Sleepy Hollow for many years, first as a Rising Star and later as Aquata in The Little Mermaid Jr. and Violet in Willy Wonka Jr. Emilee will be a sophomore at SMCHS in the fall and would like to thank her wonderful family for their love and support.
Demello Rice, Kale
Kale is going into 8th grade at Horizon Middle School. Aside from his role as Charlie in last year's Willy Wonka Jr. production, Kale has performed with a few school and local performance groups that include the Horizon Husky Singers show choir, Northern Plains Dance, and Central Dakota Children’s Choir. Kale loves to perform for an audience.
Dengel, Shaelyn
Shaelyn Dengel, a junior at Century High, joined Sleepy Hollow in 2021, debuting as Sven in "Frozen Jr." and now starring as Mary Delgado in "Jersey Boys". In Sleepy Hollow, Shaelyn has found a second family where her love for acting and music can thrive.
Dever, Reese
Reese will be a Junior at BHS this fall. This is her third summer with Sleepy Hollow and her eighth production overall. Outside of theater she enjoys dance, choir, and art. She would like to thank her family for all their support and encouragement.
Devney, Katherine
Katherine has been involved with Sleepy Hollow for five years, with some notable roles such as Young Elsa in Frozen Jr. and Mrs. Beaurugard in Willy Wonka Jr. She is also very involved in her Saint Mary’s speech team, choir, and her school’s theater and one act program.
Dinger, Lily
Lily Dinger is 16 and has been doing Sleepy Hollow for 3 years. You may have seen her as Veruca in the SHTAP production of ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ Lily’s passion for singing has been recognized in several state honor choirs.
Dockter, Callie
Callie Dockter will be a sophomore at Legacy High School and is back for her 4th season with SHTAP. Last year she won the Gypsy Award for Willy Wonka Jr. and has been in 13 shows total in the past 4 years. She enjoys anything to do with music, participating in multiple bands and choirs as well.
Dornfeld, Svea
Svea is an 8th grader at Horizon Middle School. She has been part of Peter Pan, Suessical the Musical, and Willy Wonka with Fargo theater. This is her first year in Bismarck with Sleepy Hollow. She also enjoys participating in Husky Singers, choir, and tennis.
Erhardt, Brilee
Brilee is going to be a sophomore at Century High School and has been involved in theater since sixth grade. Her favorite role was Gloria in Horizon Middle School’s production of Madagascar. Outside of theater, Brilee is apart of many school choirs and is a member of the track team.
Fink, Xander
Xander is an upcoming Junior at Century High School. He has been in theater for four years and apart of sleepyhollow for three. Noteworthy roles include Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka, and Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid. Xander is also involved in Choir, Student Council and Speech.
Fink, Nathaniel
Nathaniel has a diverse background in performing arts and music. He played Bruce the Shark in Finding Nemo Jr., The Mayor of Whoville at IMC, and Santa Claus in The Greatest Snowman. He is a member of the Horizon Middle School Choir and Husky Singers, and was selected for NDACDA and MWACDA honor choirs. This is his first year with Sleepy Hollow.
Flowers, Adair
This is Adairs 3rd year at sleepy hollow and her 1st year in a main production. She loves acting and bringing characters to life. She also loves horses and animals of all kinds. She hopes to one day have a horse farm of her own.
Gill, Caroline
Caroline Gill will be a Sophomore at Legacy High School this fall. This is her third year with sleepy hollow. Her favorite sleepy hollow show was Matilda last summer. During her free time she is a cheerleader and a lifeguard.
Heinert, Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a senior at St. Mary's Central Highschool. She has 4 years of theater experience and this is her 3rd year with Sleepy Hollow. She is also active in school theater productions, speech, and is a member of the Central Dakota Children's Choir.
Herrington, Benjamin
Ben Herrington has been in Sleepy Hollow for 6 years and this is his last show. He has been in Madagascar as Alex the Lion, Frozen Jr as Olken, legally blonde is Warner Huntington, and Matilda as Trunchbull.
Hessinger, Olivia
Olivia is going to be a freshman and this is her first year at Sleepy Hollow. She is eager to join her schools drama program next year. She also enjoys participating in Student Congress, Speech, soccer, and band, where she plays alto saxophone.
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Hintz, Kallen
This is Kallen’s first production at Sleepy Hollow, and her first lead role. She is a member of the BHS swim team, and an artist who has won awards at the BAGA Art Gallery in downtown Bismarck. Kallen performs and does tech for the BHS theatre productions, and she had the chance to design some of the set for The Wizard Of OZ.
Hoke, Benjamin
Ben has been involved in theater since 6th grade, being a part of 11 total shows now and this will be his 4th and final season with Sleepy Hollow. He will be attending Concordia College in the fall where he will be singing in there choir and jazz choir as a Bass II. He is very excited to sing Tenor/Soprano I in Jersey Boys.
Hoyt, Avery
Avery has been involved in theatre for 10 years. Some of her recent shows include Beauty and the Beast, Matilda, and Shrek. Avery will be a junior at Century High School in the fall. Aside from theatre, she also enjoys choir, student council, tennis, and speech.
Jacobson, Sophia
Sophia is going into 8th grade. She has been doing theatre for six years. This will be her third year in Sleepy Hollow. Aside from theatre, Sophia also enjoys singing and is a part of Sources of Strength.
Jensen, Beth
Bethany Jensen is a sophomore at Legacy high school and has participated in theater since 6th grade. She is involved in all plays and shows she can be in. This is her 4th year at Sleepy Hollow starting with frozen jr. During her free time she is always with friends or singing.
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Johnson, Abby
Abby Johnson is a sophomore at Century High School and is excited to spend her 2nd season at Sleepy Hollow this summer. This is Abby’s 3rd show and counting. Abby is a cheerleader and participates in orchestra and numerous choirs. She wants to thank her parents for making all of this happen!
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Judah, Mya
Mya is going into her sophomore year at BHS. This is her first year involved in a Sleepy Hollow production, yet she's been in theater for four years. Outside of theater she's involved in choir, band, and tennis.
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Kehr, De’Vyon
De'Vyon, a Senior at BHS, has a flair for singing and acting. He has showcased his skills in numerous BHS productions such as Wizard of OZ, Mama Mia, Radium Girls, The Butler Did It, and Seussical along with Matilda and Lil Mermaid. Alongside fishing, hunting, and gaming, he has discovered talents in writing/playing guitar and time with friends.
Krukenberg, Makenna
Makenna is an 8th grader, and this her second year with Sleepy Hollow and eighth theater performance. She is also a percussionist in her school band, and plays the piano. In her free time, Makenna is an avid reader and loves traveling to see professional musical theater shows.
Lee, Olivia
Olivia is one of the new casts this year for Sleepy Hollow. She has little experience of acting but through her life she’s done many performances for dancing and singing. Olivia likes to cook, paint, play volleyball, and hang out with friends.
Lemieux, Benny
Benny is a long time fan of Sleepy Hollow and is proud to be part of the cast for Cinderella. Benny is a seventh grader at Simle Middle School and enjoys choir, cooking, video games and antagonizing his older siblings. He is a bright, social young man who looks forward to future theatre projects.
Martin, Maria
Maria, is an 8th grader at Simle Middle School. This is her 3rd year with Sleepy Hollow. She is also involved in music, dance, and theater at Simle Middle school, including Simle singers.
Melin, Ayms
Ayms is a Sophomore at Shiloh Christian School and has been involved in theatre for multiple years. Notable roles he has played are Prince Charming in Cinderella, Flounder in The Little Mermaid, Slim in Oklahoma, The CandyMan in Willy Wonka and Mr Banks in Mary Poppins. Ayms also enjoys many sports as well as hunting and fishing.
Moracco, Evelynn
Evelynn, a passionate student actor, starred as Matilda in Sleepy Hollow’s “Matilda the Musical”. Active in school performances and Dakota Stage events, she excels in Band, Volleyball, and Track & Field at Horizon Middle School, with straight A’s. Grateful for her supportive circle, Evelynn looks forward to future collaborations with Sleepy Hollow.
Nye, Kenleigh
Kenleigh brings five years’ theater experience to Sleepy Hollow. Her acting and vocal talents have allowed her to play a variety of roles, including her favorite, as Marta in “The Sound of Music” at Frost Fire Summer Theater. Kenleigh is active in choir, piano, and dance, and will attend middle school at Martin Luther this fall.
Offerdahl, Laikyn
Laikyn, a 7th grader, is new to the Sleepy Hollow family, she was the Student Director for her school play. She is also very involved with Student Council, Sports, and singing in Choir.
Patterson, Casimir
Casimir has participated in Sleepy Hollow for the last 2 years as part of the rising stars, and is excited to be in the Cast of Cinderella this year. He enjoys music, and is a member of the Central Dakota Children’s Choir (CDCC) and plays the string bass and electric bass in his school orchestra.
Pittenger, Cade
Cade joins "Jersey Boys" for his 14th show, marking his final performance before heading to college at UND. Notable roles include Mr. Wormwood in "Matilda" and Kyle the UPS man in "Legally Blonde." Recently featured as Ethan Dowding on CW's "Hostage Rescue," a true crime documentary series.
Ragan, Katie
Katie is a senior at Century High School. This is her second summer with Sleepy Hollow. She has been involved in theatre for nearly six years. Katie is also an active member of the speech team and multiple choirs.
Riveland, Eliana
Eliana has been in competitive dance for two years and has singing experience from show choir at Wachter middle school. She was in Matilda last year and played the role, Lavender.
Rude, Ava
Ava is entering 6th grade this Fall and this is her first official theater appearance. She was a rising star in Matilda last year and intends to continue in productions. She is also a cheerleader and volunteers at the local animal shelter.
Saxowsky, Austin
Austin, Going into his sophomore year At Bismarck high school has played the scarecrow and Wizard of Oz! He also received the outstanding actor award this past year!
Scheet, Evelynn
Evelynn is so excited for the 2024 Sleepy Hollow season. She also enjoys being outside and playing multiple sports like softball, soccer, and volleyball.
Scheet, Scarlett
Scarlett, a freshman, is excited to be back for her 4th year of Sleepy Hollow. She has appeared in many shows prior including The Little Mermaid (ensemble), Willy Wonka (Mike Teavee), and Rising Stars in 2021. Scarlett would like to thank the people that helped here get here today.
Scherr, Easton
Easton is going into his sophomore year of high school. This is Easton’s third season with Sleepy Hollow. You may have seen him as Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid jr, Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka jr and Escapologist in Matilda. He was most recently Jack in Into The Woods at Legacy High School.
Schmit, Alaina
Alaina is in her 2nd year with Sleepy Hollow. She is an 8th grader who loves playing bari sax and also curling. Alaina enjoys learning about history and spending time with her 3 brothers.
Shirley, Kalli
Kalli Shirley is a soon to be senior at Century High School who is participating in her 3rd season with Sleepy Hollow. She is passionate about her schools speech team, theater productions, and choir program.
Silvernagel, Abigail
Abby has been in 15 Theatre productions 3 of them being Sleepy Hollow productions. Abby was recently Dorthy in the Wizard of Oz. Abby would like to give a shout out to Laura for putting up with her attitude.
Sjol, Ava
Ava is an 8th grader at SMA. She has been involved with Sleepy Hollow for 4 years, starting with Rising Stars. She has played a Seahorse in Little Mermaid and Matilda in Matilda. Ava enjoys spending time with family and friends, singing in the honors choir, math, speech, and reading classic novels.
Slaathaug, Amelia
Amelia is a 7th grader at Simle Middle School. She is returning for her second summer with Sleepy Hollow after enjoying her time in the cast of both Willy Wonka Jr. and Matilda last season. Outside of theater, she enjoys singing with CDCC and Simle choir, playing drums in Simle band and family time.
Thompson, Alexis Elle
Alexis Elle is a dancer, singer, actress, and student choreographer of Jersey Boys. This is her third show with Sleepy Hollow, after participating in both shows in 2022. Alexis Elle is a titleholder for Princess of America Pageant and has modeled in New York Fashion Week twice. She is grateful for the opportunity to perform with SHTAP this season.
Tysver, Trace
Trace has been performing since he was 11 years old. Since then, he has had the opportunity to perform in some amazing shows with great people. Some of his favorite roles have been Professor Callahan (Legally Blonde), George Banks (Mary Poppins), and Baker (Into the Woods). Trace is so excited to be performing with this amazing cast in Jersey Boys.
VanderBusch, Wren
Wren will be going into 6th grade this fall. She enjoys performing both here at Sleepy Hollow and in orchestra where she plays the viola. Wren is super excited for you to enjoy the show.
Vetter, Miranda
Miranda has enjoyed singing and performing for HMS, Century HS and Shade Tree Players, but mostly loves Sleepy Hollow. This is her 4th and final year with SHTAP; she has delayed moving with her family to SD until after this summer’s show. Thanks for all the memories, theater fam!
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Voller, Bella
Bella, a senior at Shiloh Christian, has been involved in theatre for 9 years. Notable roles include Ariel in The Little Mermaid Jr., Golde in Fiddler on the Roof Jr., Ado Annie in Oklahoma, and most recently Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins. When not at Sleepy Hollow, you will find Bella dancing for NPD, wake surfing, or on the golf course.
Wagner, Ryan
Ryan has is going into his senior year. This is his 20th theater production. Previous roles he has enjoyed include: King Triton(The Little Mermaid), The Mysterious Man(Into the Woods), and The Escapologist(Matilda) He is also an active member of Student Council, HOSA, and 3 Choirs.
Walker, Brinlee
This is Brinlee’s 2nd year participating in Sleepy Hollow. She is a competitive dancer and has been competing for over 4 years. Brinlee attends Wachter Middle School and has been active on Student Council. She enjoys being with friends/family and caring for animals. She’d like to thank her family and friends for their support.
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Wanner, Brynlee
Brynlee is enjoying her first season of Sleepy Hollow. She has one year experience in her school's drama program and performed as "Little John" in her school theater production. She is also involved in band, jazz band, orchestra and choir.
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Wickenheiser, Kia
Kia is a freshman at Legacy High School, and this is her second year with Sleepy Hollow. Kia enjoys singing, dancing, theater, art, and spending time with friends. She appreciates her parents for their support and her theater friends for making the summer more enjoyable.
Woodbury, Isla
Isla is a freshman at Century High School, and is now participating in her third show with Sleepy Hollow. She has been apart of musical theatre since the beginning of Middle School and hopes to continue on with it throughout High School. Isla has done school choir, show choir, honor choirs, and also enjoys playing soccer.
Woodbury, Annabelle
Annabelle is a freshman at century high school. She has been doing sleepy hollow for 3 years the shows she did where Little Mermaid, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and Cinderella. Outside from sleepy hollow she enjoys doing school theater, show choir and soccer.