The Little Mermaid is more than a story of adventure and romance. It explores identity, choice, and transformation in ways that connect deeply to our Christian faith. Psalm 139 reminds us that we are “fearfully and wonderfully made,” yet like Ariel, we can struggle to be content with who we are. Ariel’s decision to trade her voice for a chance at a different life serves as a powerful metaphor. In a biblical context, this echoes the caution found in Mark 8:36: “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?” Ariel’s choice invites both cast and audience to reflect on the cost of pursuing desires without wisdom or guidance. It opens meaningful discussions about discernment, obedience, and trusting in God’s plan rather than impulsive decisions.
King Triton’s role as a loving but protective father reflects God’s guidance in our lives. The contrast between the underwater kingdom and the human world can also be seen through a spiritual lens. The pull between two worlds reflects the Christian tension between earthly desires and a higher calling. Romans 12:2 encourages believers to not conform to the patterns of this world but to be transformed. Ariel’s transformation becomes symbolic, not just of external change, but of the deeper question: “Where do we truly belong?”
For our student cast, engaging with these themes is especially important. Theater is not just performance; it is formation. By stepping into these roles, students are given the opportunity to wrestle with complex ideas, (identity, temptation, sacrifice, love, and redemption) in a safe and guided environment. These experiences help shape not only their artistic abilities but also their moral and spiritual understanding.
It is our hope that this story reminds us all that true fulfillment is found not in becoming someone else, but in embracing who God created us to be.
-Ronnie Blaine
SCENES
Act 1
Fathoms Below .................. Pilot, Sailors, Prince Eric, Grimsby
Daughters of Triton .......................................................... Mersisters
Human Stuff ................................. Scuttle, Gulls, Ariel, Flounder
Part of Your World ...................................................................... Ariel
Under the Sea .......................................... Sebastian, Sea Creatures
Part of Your World (Reprise) ................................................... Ariel
She’s in Love ................................................... Mersisters, Flounder
Chefs ................................................................ Taylor Wells, Peyton Harrison, Paxton Thompkins, Leah Zeno, Alex Grundy*, Destiny Black
Gulls ..................................................................... Peyton Harrison, Paxton Thompkins, Leah Zeno, Alex Grundy*
Sea Creatures ...................................................... Paxton Thompkins, Peyton Harrison, Rowan Craney, Destiny Black, Emeri Williams*, Kyla Ferguson, Caylee Broadnax, Leah Zeno, Christina Kuntz, Audrey Klein
*Denotes: Members of International Thespian Society
Production Team
Director .......................................................................................... Ronnie Blaine
Assistant Director .................................................................... Madison Shorter*
Production Assistant ................................................................. Felicity Williams
Production Assistant ..................................................................... Malaika Lund
Music Director ............................................................................ Mitchell Pengra
Assistant Music Director ........................................................... Destin Bourgeois
Hair and Makeup Supervisor ...................................................... Macauley Miles
Hair and Makeup Crew ........................................ Eva Avie, Kaleigh Dickerson, Taylor Isaac, Bailee’ Pledger
Hair and Makeup Sponsor ........................................................ Felicity Williams
Running Crew ................................................. Sam Bisson, Garion Grandberry, April Lian, Nataniela Messer, Sadie Oppliger, Pierce Odunze, Addy Sanchez, Penny Williams*
*Denotes: Members of International Thespian Society
Special Thanks
Mrs. Shara Carr
Mr. Jose Ramirez
Mrs. Rebekah Franz
Mrs. Felicity Williams
Mrs. Karen Keese
Theater Tech Class
Fashion Design Class
Alexis Carlson
The Klein Family
The Lund Family
The Marley Family
The Odunze Family
The Williams Family
The Bates Family
The Shaffer Family
The Grundy Family
The Carlson Family
The Ferguson Family
The Thibodeaux Family
The Jefferson Family
The Benitez Family
The Oppliger Family
The Bisson Family
The Wills Family
The Wells Family
The Dickerson Family
And our Wildcat family for their support!
Who's Who
Brooke Barnes-Meeks (Choreographer) graduated from The High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA), and now Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts where she received “The Most Outstanding Dance Major Award”. Mrs. Barnes-Meeks received dance training from Margo Marshall School of Ballet, Houston Ballet, Hartford Ballet, Santa Fe Dance Foundation, and Dance Theatre of Harlem. She has danced classical and contemporary works with Houston Ballet, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Sandra Organ Dance Company, The Lula Elzy New Orleans Dance Theatre, Leanna Sparacino and Company Dancers, Dorrell Martin Dance Fusion, Psophonia Dance Company, Second Generation Dance Company, Kuumba House Dance Theater, Houston Grand Opera. Mrs. Barnes- Meeks has also danced with City Dance Company where she has completed two European tours, and Michele Brangwen Dance Company where she has completed two Sweden tours. Mrs. Barnes-Meeks has performed in Univision Television’s “Selena Vive!”, at The Apollo Theater as a guest performer, and with Regina Belle as a guest dancer. She has choreographed productions for University of Houston Downtown’s Theatre Department and has appeared in and choreographed touring theatrical productions with Thomas Meloncon’s Truth Theater Productions, I’m Ready Productions, Express Theatre, and has choreographed and appeared in theatre productions as well as films with So-Mee Productions. Mrs. Barnes-Meeks is an HSPVA consultant and has directed and choreographed musicals for HSPVA’s All School Black History Productions, taught classes, directed and choreographed musicals for the theatre department, choreographed various productions for the vocal department, taught ballet, creative movement, and choreographed musicals for Westbury Christian School, taught ballet at Texas Academy of Dance Arts West (TADA), as well as taught ballet, other forms of dance, and choreographed for many other schools, dance studios, dance companies, arts programs, and various organizations including the all male a cappella chorus, Houston Tidelanders Chorus! She absolutely loves spending time with her wonderful and supportive family!
Sadie Bates (Flounder) is an eighth grader here at Westbury Christian. She is thrilled to bring this spunky and bubbly character to life in this production of The Little Mermaid Jr! Some of her other shows at WCS are The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Gladys Herdman), Freaky Friday Jr. (Monica), and Clue (Mrs. Peacock). She also worked with Wildfish Theater, some of her favorite credits have been Annie (Ms. Hannigan), The Lion King (Scar), and Frozen (Bulda). She is currently in the production The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Panch) She wants to thank all the people who made this happen including Mr. Ramirez who builds our set, thank you. She would also like to thank her friends and family for their support through all her activities! Lastly I would like to thank my wonderful cast and crew for this show we put on together. Enjoy the show!
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Mason Bates (Sound Engineer) Mason Bates is a sophomore who participates in hockey, golf, and cross country, as well as VEX Robotics. He has participated as crew in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Mrs. Nelson Is Missing, and acted in addition to crew in Freaky Friday Jr. (Mr. Blumen). Mason would like to thank his sister, Sadie, for making him feel good about going with the flow and being adaptable.
Destiny Black (Princess Atina, Featured Dancer, Chef, Sea Creature) is a ninth grade student who is so grateful and excited to be part of this production The Little Mermaid Jr. as (Princess Atina, Storm Dancer, Sea Creature, and Chef). This is Destiny’s second production at WCS. She was previously in Freaky Friday Jr. as a (Guest, Waiter, and Student). In her free time, Destiny enjoys dancing, singing, and spending time with family and friends. She gives all glory to God, who continues to guide her steps, strengthen her confidence, and bless her with every opportunity to grow and share her gifts. Her relationship with God is very important to her, and she trusts Him to lead her in everything she does. Destiny would like to thank the WCS Theater Department and her family for their constant love and support. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Jenny Blaine (Light Designer, Stage Manager) is a stage manager, actor, and educator. She studied Theatre and Education at New York University and is the founder of Young Performer Studio, a Houston-based company that brings theatre and ensemble games to local communities. Some of Jenny’s technical credits include Feiffer’s People at the New York Pless Theatre, You Can’t Take It With You at Second Stage Theatre. At Westbury Christian School, she has worked on Freaky Friday Jr., Miss Nelson is Missing, and The Wiz! Some theatrical productions she has performed in are The Last Paving Stone at the Green Arts Fest, Rotting Away at New York Pless Theatre, Twelfth Night with New York Shakespeare-to-Go!, Midsummer Night’s Dream, I Hate Hamlet, and Night, Mother. She is excited to be working on Little Mermaid Jr. and looks forward to helping create a memorable experience for all!
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Ronnie Blaine (Director) A native Houstonian, Ronnie returned to his hometown in 2009 after living in Los Angeles where he worked in theatre, film, and television. Ronnie was previously a company member at both Stages Repertory and Main Street Youth Theaters in Houston. This is his 7th year teaching Theatre at Westbury Christian School and he continues to work in the Houston Theatre community.
Prior Theatre roles include; Houston Broadway Theatre: American Psycho (Detective Kimball) The Catastrophic Theatre: Curse of the Starving Class (Taylor), Trevor (Jerry), Tamarie For President (Book/Himself), Tamarie Cooper’s LIVE IN-PERSON Sticky Sweet Summer Show (Comfy Couch/Himself), The University of Tamarie (Imperial System); Main Street Theatre: Full Bloom (Jesse), 1946 (Freddie Fox); HITS Theatre: SHREK the Musical (Bishop); Stages Repertory Theatre: The Fantasticks (Mortimer), The Ultimate Christmas Show (Himself), Quills (Fop); Classical Theatre Company: The Fair Maid of the West (Roughman), The School For Scandal (Mr Snake/Sir Oliver Surface); Mighty Acorn Productions: The Outsider (A.C. Petersen); Horse Head Theatre: The Judgement of Fools (Fool 4), Evocation To Visible Appearance (Martin); Dos Chicas Theatre Productions: Titus Andronicus (Aaron), FROGS (Euripides); Unhinged Productions: LIPS (Adam); San Diego Stageworks: Hamlet (Polonius); Shakespeare by the Book Festival: Twelfth Night (Duke Orsino).
Previous television credits include: CSI - Crime Scene Investigations (guest); Gilmore Girls (guest); CUTS (guest); J.A.G. (guest); The Suite Life with Zack & Cody (guest). Ronnie graduated from HSPVA prior to attending The University of Houston, School of Theatre and is a proud member of the SAG - AFTRA union.
Caylee Broadnax (Princess Arista, Sea Creature, Featured Dancer) is in the eleventh grade at Westbury Christian school She is so excited to be a part of this year ' s production of The Little Mermaid Jr. In the past she was in the fourth grade production of the Emperor's New Clothes. Caylee finds joy in acting among the people who she considers friends. In her free time she enjoys reading and writing and spending time with her friends whether it be on campus or at the mall, along with cheering on her fellow wildcats. She is so glad she moved out of her comfort zone and decided to finally do one of Westbury's wonderful productions. She is so excited to continue working to better herself for future productions She would also like to thank her family who never gave up on her.
Rowan Craney (Ariel Double, Sailor, Sea Creature) is an eighth grader at Westbury Christian. She is thrilled to do aerial silks, and dance in The Little Mermaid. She has been a part of both cast and crew in the past. Her favorite show she has been in here at WCS is The Best Christmas Pageant ever (Maxine) She has also been in Mary Poppins (Dancer), and two one acts She is currently directing a 1 Act in her 1st Period Theater. This is Rowan’s 6th year at WCS. She wants to say thank you to all of the adults that worked so hard to put this show together, and to all of her family and friends that came to her perform.
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Keiwan Daniels (Sound Designer, Projections) a Westbury Christian alumna, is the sound designer for this production. She’s been a part of the backstage crew in many WCS productions like Mary Poppins, Little Women, Radium Girls, Aladdin, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Freaky Friday Jr., Miss Nelson is Missing, and The Wiz!. She’s very grateful to have been able to spend her high school years participating in Theater and finding a sense of community here at WCS, and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Kyla Ferguson (Princess Andrina, Storm Dancer, Sea Creature) is a seventh grader at Westbury Christian School. This is her first year at WCS and her second production. She previously played the role of a police officer in the fall production Clue. Kyla is honored and excited to play the roles of Princess Andrina, Storm Dancer, and a Sea Creature in The Little Mermaid Jr. At her previous school, she played a Silly Girl in Beauty and the Beast, Zazu in The Lion King, and performed as a soloist in The Wiz! In her spare time, Kyla enjoys singing, cheering, dancing, and hanging out with her friends. She was recently selected as captain of the WCS middle school cheer squad for the upcoming 2026-2027 season. She is also a member of Petals of Praise, her church’s praise dance team. She hopes you sit back, relax, and enjoy The Little Mermaid Jr.!
Alex Grundy (Pilot, Chef, Gull) is a sophomore at Westbury Christian School and is excited to be in this production of The Little Mermaid Jr. . He has been in the Westbury Christian productions of Mary Poppins Jr. (Michel Banks), Radium Girls (Charlie Lee), Aladdin Jr. (Babkak), The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Leroy Herdman), Freaky Friday Jr. (Mike), Ms. Nelson is Missing (Pop Hanson), The Wiz! (Flying Monkey), and Clue (Professor Plum) . In his free time he enjoys activities such as playing music, reading, and spending time with family and friends. He is very grateful for what he has been able to do at WCS Alex would like to thank his family and those who encouraged him throughout the production.
Peyton Harrison (Sea Creature, Sailor, Gull, Chef) is a seventh grader at Westbury Christian School. She is very excited to be in The Little Mermaid Jr., she is a Sea Creature, a Sailor, a Gull, and a Chef. This is her third show at WCS. She was in The Wiz! as (a Winkie, a Munchkin, a Crow, and an OZ Citizen) She was also in the play Clue as a Reporter In Peyton’s free time she loves playing volleyball, singing, baking, hanging with her friends, and being crafty. She wants to thank all the cast and crew for putting together this wonderful show.
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Rothanak Heng (Prince Eric) is excited and truly grateful to be making his onstage debut as Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid Jr.! As a sophomore at Westbury Christian School, he has spent several years working as part of backstage crew, contributing to many WCS productions including Radium Girls, Aladdin Jr., The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Freaky Friday, Miss Nelson Is Missing!, The Wiz!, and Clue! Stepping onstage after spending so much time behind the scenes has been both so much fun but also challenging at times, and he is deeply grateful to the cast and crew for their constant support. He hopes you enjoy the show and have just as much fun diving into this new adventure!
Ryan Inman (Grimsby) is a junior who is excited to portray his sixth character in a Westbury Christian School production. He has performed in Aladdin Jr. (Apple Vendor), The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! (Charlie), Miss Nelson is Missing (MJ), The Wiz! (Uncle Ben/Crow 1), and Clue (Mister Green) He can’t wait to portray this character and put on a show. This is a passion of his and he just appreciates you coming to watch!
Mirae Jackson (Ursula) is in the eleventh grade and plays the role of Ursula. She is very excited to be a part of this wonderful production with her fellow castmates. She has been very humbled to be able to participate in the following: Alex in Oz, Angelina's Not so Surprise Party, The Emperor's New Clothes, Hackers, The Visit to Nazareth, Mary Poppins Jr., Little Women, Help Desk, and Radium Girls, Manarohn a short film production. When she is not on the stage she is either playing basketball, cheering, debating, writing, studying psychology, or hanging out with friends. This is her first mainstage production being a lead role and she is beyond excited for you all to see all of the hard work she and the rest of the cast and crew have put in. She would like to personally thank you all for investing your time to see this amazing performance and hopes you enjoy the show!
Audrey Klein (Carlotta, ensemble) is an 8th grader at WCS. She is thrilled to be in this year ' s production of The Little Mermaid Jr. Some of her past work includes Mary Poppins Jr. (Ensemble), The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Imogene Herdman), Miss Nelson is Missing (Lavita), Clue (Motorist, ensemble), and two One Acts. She has also participated backstage in Freaky Friday Jr. and The Wiz!. Audrey would like to thank her mom, friends, and God for getting her where she is today She hopes you enjoy the show!
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Kristin Knipp (Costume Designer) got her start as a costume designer by costuming shows that her children were in. She then began working professionally designing costumes for shows such as: Godspell, Lend Me a Tenor (Stageworks), Footloose, Shrek the Musical, Anything Goes (HITS Theatre), Unlock'd, Elf (Queensbury Theatre), The Thin Place (Zach Theatre). Kristin won the 2014 Broadway World Houston award for her costume design of Stageworks Theatre's Les Miserables and the 2019 Houston Press award for her costume design of Queensbury Theatre's Elf and Sideshow She is a mother of 5 and grandmother of 1.
Christina Kuntz (Princess Adella, Sea Creature) is a senior in high school. She started attending WCS in 8th grade, and debuted in her first WCS production in 2021, Mary Poppins Jr., and has been active in the theater department ever since. This year she is playing Adella in her final musical: The Little Mermaid Jr.! Other productions you might recognize her from are Mary Poppins 2021 (Katie Nana, Mrs. Corry), One Acts 2022 (MC), Short film festival 2022 (Morgan), Aladdin Jr. 2023 (Guard 2, Ensemble), One Acts 2023, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 2023 (Ollie), Talent Show 2023 (A Pearl - Mitski), Freaky Friday Jr. 2024 (Mrs. Luckenbill, Cater Waiter, Ensemble), One Acts 2024 (Coraline), Talent Show 2024 (Lovesick- Laufey), Miss Nelson is Missing (Annie), One Acts 2025 (Don't Say Macbeth! - Regan), Clue! (Dark figure), Short Film 2025 (Annie), Talent Show 2025 (MC) Chris Kuntz would like to thank her friends, family, and teachers for a memorable five years at WCS!
Malaika Lund (Choreographer, Production Assistant) has worn many hats while being a part of the theater program at WCS. She has served as the Director for Mary Poppins Jr., Assistant Director for The Great Gilly Hopkins, Little Women and Radium Girls, choreographer for Aladdin Jr., was Hair and Makeup designer during Shrek: The Musical, and more Growing up in the performing arts, she has performed and been part of theatre and dance productions for most of her life, starting on stage as a dancer, and later performing in showcase bands and choirs. A few of her favorite shows that she has worked on are The Houston Ballet: The Nutcracker (dancer), Seussical the Musical (costume, hair/makeup design), Connemara Five (costume designer), the ballet Alice in Wonderland (wardrobe crew), A Midsummer Night's Dream (Starveling), Noises Off! (Poppy), and Pride and Prejudice (Lady Catherine de Bourgh) When she is not working behind the scenes with theater, she is also the Upper School Spanish Teacher, Student Council Sponsor and National Spanish Honor Society Sponsor here at WCS. She is thankful for another opportunity to work with these talented individuals and looks forward to seeing what comes next for them all!
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Mitch Pengra (Music Director) is a collaborative arts educator, visual artist, and pianist in Houston, Texas. He holds a BFA in Painting & Drawing/Piano from University of North Texas and an MA in Child Development from Our Lady of the Lake University where coursework specialized in communication and special needs. He has taught students of all abilities for over 30 years and serves as music director, coach and accompanist for theatre students, singers and instrumentalists all over Houston Self-expression and learning through the journey are fundamental to all his projects. In addition to several local professional productions, Mitch has been musical director for years of student productions with Houston theatre programs such as Queensbury and Wildfish; theatre audition accompanist, theatre consultant, and music director for the Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, as well as workshops and accompaniment for several Texas Educational Theatre Association conventions. Previously, he has served as the Music Director for WCS productions of Freaky Friday Jr., Mary Poppins Jr., Aladdin Jr., and The Great Gilly Hopkins. Past productions include Vaudeville Follies, Bridgeland HS, Cypress, music director and sound engineer for two online “Zoomsicals” produced through iTheatrics, NYC, and Wildfish Theatre, Houston, lead pianist for Chicago, Fulshear High School, Fulshear; “Grand Hotel” and “Jesus Christ Superstar,” with TUTS, Houston; "The Great American Trailer Park Musical" and "Always, Patsy Cline," at Stages Theatre, Houston; music director for “You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown,” “Once On This Island,” “Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat,” “Godspell,” “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” “A Year With Frog And Toad” (2009, 2016, 2019), “Urinetown,” “James And The Giant Peach, Jr.,” “Toxic Avenger,” “Edges,” “Little Women,” “Next To Normal,” “Big Fish,” “Legally Blonde, Jr.,” and “Into The Woods, Jr.” at Wildfish Theatre, Houston; and “13 The Musical,” “Heathers, High School Edition,” “Urinetown,” “Songs For A New World,” and “Matilda” at The Queensbury Theatre, Houston
José Ramirez (Set Designer) has served Westbury Christian School for over 30 years, bringing exceptional skill and dedication to his role as Facilities Manager, with expertise in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and painting. In 2025, he expanded his impact by designing and building the set for the school’s production of Clue!, creating a safe, high-quality set completed ahead of schedule Following this success, he was named WCS Theater Set Designer and now serves as set designer for The Little Mermaid Jr., continuing to support the theater program while maintaining his facilities leadership.
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Maxine Shaffer (Jetsam) is in tenth grade, and can’t wait to have her theatre debut here at Westbury Christian in this year ’ s musical: The Little Mermaid Jr.! She is so excited to play the role of half of the most dangerous duo of the sea and bring this evil and sinister character to life. In her free time she enjoys her time as cheer co-captain, playing soccer, volleyball, and running track, and she loves hanging out with her friends and family. She would like to thank Mr. Blaine for giving her this opportunity, the cast and crew for being supportive and making it happen, her friends and family for believing in her, and you for coming out and watching the show. Enjoy!
Peyton Thibodeaux (Scuttle) is in the tenth grade and she is very excited to be in this production! She plays the role of Scuttle, she loves the cast and thinks they are very funny! She has been at this school for twelve full years and this is her thirteenth. She has been in many plays such as: Clue! (Singing Telegram), The Wiz! (Evilene), Miss Nelson is Missing (Phoebe), Freaky Friday Jr. (Keira), Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Beth), Aladdin Jr. (Iago), Radium Girls (customer/photographer), Mary Poppins Jr. (Roberson Ay), Little Women (Sallie), the fourth grade play The Princess and the Pea (Gillian), and the film Pawns (Liric) outside of school, too. She is also in many other movies that might be on tubi, one being Rhythm and Revenge, which is the most recent one. She has also done crew for the play The Great Gilly Hopkins, Mary Poppins Jr., and Clue! Peyton thinks that The Wiz! has to be one of her favorite musicals! She is officially in the Thespian Society! When Peyton grows up she wants to be a director/actress and entertainment attorney someday. In her free time she wants to be an author and she does stop motion and writes for fun all the time. Peyton loves the cast and loves all the people helping her along the way. She also wants to thank everyone who built sets and props. She would also like to thank Madison Shorter and Mr. Blaine for believing in her, and seeing what goes on with directing. She wishes everyone to have a good laugh and wishes the cast members to break a leg (not literally) Hope you enjoy the musical!
Paige Thompkins (Flotsam) is a Junior at Westbury Christian School who will be playing the role of Flotsam in The Little Mermaid Jr. She enjoys reading and watching movies. She has attended the Ensemble theater camp and performed in “Leap Day” and “Soul on Broadway”. She also played Doris in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Kitty in Freaky Friday Jr. and Miss Nelson in Miss Nelson is Missing in the productions at Westbury Christian. She has also been through Page Parkes modeling and acting program.
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Paxton Thompkins (Chef, Sailor, Sea Creature, Gull) is a Senior. This is his first show at WCS. He is excited and grateful for the opportunity to be part of this production in his last year at WCS. He’s going to Houston Christian University in the fall and will be majoring in electrical technology. He wants to thank everyone in attendance for coming out to support. He is so excited for you to see the show.
Taylor Wells (Princess Allana, Chef, Assistant Choreographer) is a 7th grade student at Westbury Christian School. She plays Allana in The Little Mermaid Jr.. She was recently selected as a cheerleader for the upcoming 2026-2027 season. This is her first year at WCS and her first production at WCS. She is so excited to get to know the cast. She also has the honor of choreographing Rowan’s aerial solo. She has done aerial circus for 4 years. She wants to thank Mr. Blaine for giving her the opportunity to become a choreographer She wants to thank Dr Lund for teaching her SOOOO much choreography last minute. Lastly, Taylor wants to thank everyone who came out for the show and she can’t wait for you to see life under the sea.
Emeri Williams (Featured Dancer, Princess Aquata, Sea Creature) is a ninth grader at Westbury Christian School. She is very excited for her first musical production ever! She has been a part of One Acts in her sixth grade year and really enjoyed it She participates in track, cheer, and volleyball and also is in the WCS Band. She wants to thank her Mom for encouraging her to audition in the first place and her sister Eden Williams for being such a great role model as an actor and as a person. Emeri is thankful for ALL of her friends and family in and out of the cast that have helped her be who she is and CANNOT wait for yall to see life under the sea!
Leah Zeno (Chef, Sailor, Sea Creature, Gull) is an eighth grader at Westbury Christian This is her sixth show at Westbury and has done multiple shows at the Ensemble Theater. She enjoys playing multiple roles in this show as well as playing multiple sports. In her free time she enjoys singing, dancing, and texting and talking to friends. She wants to thank her family for always being there and encouraging her. She also wants to thank her teachers who lift her up and constantly give her advice. She hopes you all enjoy the show!
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Kaitlyn Marley
Kachi Odunze
Christina Kuntz
Walker Wills
Macauley Miles
Paxton Thompkins
Bailee’ Pledger
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