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Kelli Rainey ( Henchmen/Ensemble ), 6 th grade This is Kelli’s third production at Brighten (Mary Poppins, Hamlet). Kelli likes dancing, meeting new people, and her best friends Leah and Kayla. She’s thankful for them always being there. She is thankful to her dad and mom. Kelli hopes to get into Alexander High School in the future.

Nathaniel Reaves ( Mr. Wormwood/ Big Kid ), 8 th grade Nathan is making his BACS debut on the stage after being a tech (Hamlet). Nathan enjoys reading, collecting Funko Pops, and talking to friends. He sings in BACS Rising Phoenix chorus and sings classic rock songs for fun. He will be attending the IB Program at Douglas County High School in the Fall, where he will join their drama program. Special thanks to mom, dad, Mimi, Papa, Sebastian Hidalgo, Mrs. Reyes, Mrs. Young, and the cast and crew. Enjoy the show!

Emma Reyes ( Ensemble ), 5 th grade Emma is making her Brighten Broadway debut. She is however used to having hundreds of people watch her while playing softball. Emma enjoys being active. In her free time Emma likes playing softball. She would like to thank her mom and dad for encouraging her to start musical theater.

Noemi Ruiz ( Ensemble ), 5 th grade This is Noemi’s Brighten debut. She is a natural performer who loves to dance, sing, and act. Noemi has been a ballet and hip-hop dancer since the age of four. Her love of music has led to vocal lessons and involvement in a choral group called, “The Concert Bugs”. Her first acting role was a background role in Tyler Perry’s show “Young Dylan”. Acting and singing are equally her first loves and is excited to participate in her first production at Brighten.