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Sophia Hidalgo ( Competitive Dancer/Ensemble ), 6 th grade This is Sophia’s Brighten Broadway debut. Prior to this role she was a tech (Mary Poppins, Hamlet). Sophia loves the cast and how they are so welcoming and fun. She loves anything art related. She plays the guitar and ukulele. Sophia has a special place in her heart for animals. She loves being around friends and family. Thank you, mom, dad, brother, and friends, for showing support and love.

Mila Hollon ( Ensemble ), 5 th grade This is Mila’s debut. Despite not having been in a play before, Mila is giving it her all and is happy to be in a play here at BACS. Mila is passionate, enjoys reading and singing. She will make sure you are having a good day. When faced with a challenge she will make sure she succeeds. Mila has wanted to be in a Brighten Broadway play since the fourth grade. Thanks to mom, dad, and Elle. Thanks to her other family members who helped along the way.

Gabi Jacob ( Competitive Dancer/Ensemble ), 7 th grade This is Gabi’s first Brighten Production. Gabi enjoys baking and traveling. She loves the friends made and experiences had at BACS. Thanks to Mrs. Aybar and Tom Holland.

Christina Kalos ( Mrs. Wormwood/Big Kid ), 7 th grade This is Christina’s fourth production at Brighten (Little Mermaid, Robin Hood, Hamlet). Christina has been dancing since she was four years old and discovered a passion for acting and musical theater early on. She has spent the last several years grabbing every opportunity to perform including BACS and community productions, summer camps, dance performances, and attending Destination Broadway led by Wicked’s Tiffany Haas. Christina is happiest when on stage and is thrilled to take on the role of Mrs. Wormwood! A huge thank you to the Brighten staff making this all possible.