Scene/Song Order
Act One
Scene 1: A London Street – Cheapside
All Cheapside scenes contain brown double doors and “Covent Garden Market” on the clock on top of the doors. On the left side of the door is a hanging sign “Pringle’s Toy Shoppe” and a painted window filled with toys, including a doll in the corner and a model carousel. On the right side of the door is a hanging sign “Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese,” a pub.
The wall is old, worn plaster, with some areas where the plaster has fallen off, exposing the red brick underneath. Attached to the wall is a sign, “Under 10 sovereigns. Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese Rebuilt 1667”. It also contains a list of the 10 sovereigns, including the interregnum, and the years of their reign from Charles II to the current sovereign, Queen Victoria. A table with a long black tablecloth in front of the pub holds wine bottles, a cup, and a couple of bread treats.
Permanently on stage: The far left is the Cratchit front door that looks worn. A wreath hangs on the door. On the far right is Scrooge’s door. It is black and unkempt. It has a creepy-looking face on the door with a door knocker in its mouth.
- Song: Opening
Scene 2: Scrooge’s office
There are two standing desks. A tall one which is Bob Cratchits and a shorter one for Scrooge. There’s a coat rack by the entrance.
- Song: M.O.N.E.Y
Scene 3: A London Street – Cheapside
The setting is the same as Scene 1. Added are multiple vendor carts and vendors with baskets with their wares. Carts are Tom Jenkins’ hot soup cart, Bissett the butcher’s meat cart, and Dilbert’s clothes and cloth cart. The Baker Woman, Bess the Fruit Seller, and the Wine Merchant are vendors carrying baskets. A Punch and Judy puppet show takes place on the right side. It’s a bustle of activities as everyone knows everyone. They like each other and joke with each other. Scrooge is the exception, of course!
- Song: Christmas Children
- Song: Father Christmas
- Song: I Hate People!
Scene 4: The exterior of Scrooge’s lodgings
Scene 5: Scrooge’s hallway
Scene 6: Scrooge’s bedroom
Cheapside London has transformed into Scrooge’s bedroom. His bedroom is dark, dank, and dingy. Black double doors at the center. There are single candles on wall-mounted candle holders on each side of the doors. To the left of the doors is a fireplace made from brick. Years of neglect have left the bricks completely black. There is no fire in the fireplace despite it being cold.
To the right of the doors is a plain wall with aged wainscoting that is more black than brown. Above the wainscoting, is a plaster-covered wall that is also more black than its original light cream color, which tiny specs can be seen. A bed is on the right side of the stage, in front of the wall. It has a high headboard with a green headboard cover with dollar signs on it.
- Song: Make the Most of This World
- Song: It’s Not My Fault
Scene 7: A school room
An empty stage filled with school kids like in a choir and their teacher conducting them. A wooden box appears on the right.
- Song: A Christmas Carol
Scene 8: Fezziwig’s warehouse
At the start of the scene, Dick and Young Ebenezer roll out a high bar table with Mr. Fezziwig on it. The table has a punch bowl and guests start to arrive with an assortment of food. Isabel brings out a gorgeous multi-tiered cake. On each side of the bar, Dick and Young Ebenezer set a bench and two cargo boxes on each side of the room for the guests to sit. Ebenezer sits on the single wooden box located on the far right from scene 7.
- Song: December the Twenty-Fifth
- Song: Happiness
Scene 9: Ebenezer’s office
Empty stage. Young Ebenezer enters from the right, bringing his low standing desk with him. On the desk, there are stacks of various coins and an old-style counterweight scale.
- Song: You – You
Scene 10: Scrooge’s bedroom
Scrooge’s bed is on stage, but the mid-curtain is closed, hiding the doors, wall, and fireplace..
- Song: Love While You Can
Scene 11: Scrooge’s bedroom
The same as Scene 10.
- Song: It’s Not My Fault! (Reprise)
Scene 12: A London street – Cheapside
The same setup as the previous without the carts and puppet theater.
- Song: Finale Act I
Intermission
Act Two
Scene 1: A London street – Cheapside
The same setup as the previous without the carts and puppet theater.
- Song: The Milk of Human Kindness
Scene 2: The Cratchits’ house
Mid-curtain is closed. On the left side is a dining table with a bench on the backside and a chair on each end. behind the table is a fireplace with a shelf.
- Song: The Beautiful Day
Scene 3: Scrooge’s Nephew’s sitting-room
Empty stage except for a lavish Christmas tree in back of the room in the center of the stage. The screen shows a sitting room.
- Song: The Minister’s Cat
Scene 4: Scrooge’s bedroom
The same setup as the previous.
- Song: Happiness (Reprise)
Scene 5: The street outside Scrooge’s office
Visible to the audience, Scrooge’s bedroom is transformed into Cheapside, London. The same setup as the previous without the carts and puppet theater. During the song, people bring out a casket with Scrooge’s name on it. Scrooge never sees it.
- Song: Thank You Very Much
Scene 6: The Cratchits’ house
The mid-curtain is closed. On the left are two chairs. The chair closest to center stage has a crutch leaning against it.
Scene 7: The churchyard
A dark cemetery. On the left are the headstones of Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig. On the right is the headstone of Tiny Tim. At center stage is the large tombstone of Ebenezer Scrooge, which is being concealed from Scrooge’s view by the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.
Scene 8: Scrooge’s bedroom
The mid-curtain is closed. On the right is Scrooge’s bed.
- Song: I’ll Begin Again
Scene 9: A London street – Cheapside
The same setup as the previous without the carts and puppet theater.
- Song: Finale Act II
Scene 10: The Cratchits’ house
The scene is still Cheapside. Scrooge knocks on the Cratchit’s door disguised as Father Christmas (Santa Claus.)
Scene 1: A London street – Cheapside
The same setup as the previous without the carts and puppet theater.
- Song: I’ll Begin Again (Reprise)
- Song: Curtain Calls
- Song: Thank You Very Much
Show Synopsis
In 1970, renowned Broadway writer/composer/lyricist Leslie Bricusse adapted the classic Charles Dickens tale A Christmas Carol into the hit Oscar-nominated movie musical Scrooge! The film has been adapted into a stage musical that brings Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and, of course, the old miser himself to life before your eyes! Join us as we present NTPA’s 13th Annual production of this fun and family-friendly Holiday Classic!
Official Cast List
Ebeneezer Scrooge
Darrell Rodenbaugh
The Crachit Family
Bob Cratchit
Jason Hamby
Ari Kopmar
Mike Mazur
Ethel Cratchit
Rochelle Blakely
Kerry Murdock
Anne Underwood
The Cratchit Children (Urchins on off night)
Kathy Cratchit
Virginia Chappelle
Dalya Kopmar
Lucy Snider
Peter Cratchit
Lennon Da Rosa
Santiago Diaz
Martha Cratchit
Andee Da Rosa
Charlotte Tsai
Emma Wolitz
Belinda Cratchit
Saskia Tinnen
Ava Wolitz
Timothy “Tiny Tim” Cratchit
Jack Beacom
Benson Flowers
Elian Tinnen
Layne Zimmerman
Urchins
King of the Urchins:
Olof Espel-Logan
The Dicken’s Holiday Children’s Chorus/Street Urchins
Erin Breaker
Andee Da Rosa
Lennon Da Rosa
Dalya Kopmar
Jaxon Stewart
Layne Zimmerman
Benson Flowers
Elian Tinnen
Olof Espel-Logan
Virginia Cappelle
Emma Wollitz
Wendy Campos
Ava Wollitz
Charlotte Tsai
In the Past
Mrs. Fezziwig
Candice Addison
Grainne Noel
Crystal Walker
Mr. Fezziwig
Seth Davidson
Alejandro Erives
Mrs. Bleake, teacher with featured School Solo
Abby Bertin
Mandy Smith
Jessica Zeller
Young Ebby (Youth Scrooge)
Pedro Borges
Jaxon Stewart
Ethan Tsai
Young Jenny
Erin Breaker
Kate Williams
Ebenezer (Young Scrooge)
Brycen Bohl
Blake Richard
Chris Rodenbaugh
Isabel
Kendall Griffin
Hannah Hoffman
Lauren Santaella
Dick Wilkens
Eon Addison
Sean Fite
In the Present
Harry, Scrooge’s Nephew
Reece Brockman
Peyton Churchwell
Nick Mann
Helen, Harry’s Wife
Jennifer Chappelle
Réjene Phillips
Mary
Gabrielle Collins
Lynley Glicker
Anne-Claire Weaver
Topper
Daniel Kirfman
Elijah Snider
Jackson Vierya
Topper’s Brother
Andrew Snider
The Merchants of London*
Punch and Judy
Carter Griffin
Alex Orendain
Marty Sheltone
Baker Woman (Featured soloist in Christmas Children)
Courtney Blakeley
Réjene Phillips
Mariah Sanchez
Bess, the Fruit Seller
Jordyn Word
The Wine Merchant
Catherine Espen-Logan
Lupita Murillo Tinnen
Ms. Carstairs
Trina Archer
Beggar Woman
Lydia Fray
Candice Addison
Mrs. Pringle, the Toy Maker
Vicki Cravens
Olivia Elroz
Meryl Evans
Hugo Hardy
Peter Alamares
Nick Chase
Jason Secrest
Jocelyn Jollygoode
Melissa Hartman
JoAnn Rodriguez
Lauren Secrest
Tom Jenkins
Maddie Hamby
Brenna Petersen
Kate Walsh
Mrs. Dilber, Cloth Seller
Debbi Tank
Geralyn Kaminsky
Sarah Wolitz
Miss Dilber, her daughter
Wendy Campos
Ava Wolitz
Master Dilber, her son
Natalie Tank
Bissett, The Butcher
Paul Evans
Cathy Secrest
The Ghosts
Jacob Marley
Austin Keefer
Ed Kless
Jonathan Sieders
Ghost of Christmas Past
Deanna Green
Gennifer Stratton
Ghost of Christmas Present
Seigan Walker
Tom Walsh
Shelby Williams
Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Sean Fite
Cody Shelton
Production Team
Director – Mike Mazur
Assistant Director – Brenna Petersen
Choreographer – Paige Price
Music Director – Kaitlyn Barnard
Stage Manager – Julianna Rios
Show Managers – Leea Bristow, Wendy Brewer, and Jenni Word
Assistant Stage Manager – Sean Fite
Costumes – Rae Dalley and Lynette Hawkins
Set Build – Jo Almares and Paul Evans
Tickets – JoAnn Rodriguez
Promos – Repertory Board
Props – Anne Underwood
Volunteer – Jenni Word
Playbill – Debbi Tank
T-shirts – Catherine Espel-Logan
Cast Party – JoAnn Rodriguez
Tech Director – Julianna Rios
Lighting – Mark Stow
Backstage Crew – Sean Fite, Alexandra Rios
Open Captions – Debbi Tank, Candice Addison
Director: Mike Mazur
Mike Mazur is thrilled to be a part of the NTPA family, having worked as a theatrical director, writer, choreographer and educator since earning his Bachelor’s in English, Speech and Drama Education from Bowling Green State University in his home state of Ohio. Since graduating, Mike has taught theatre at the High School, Community College and University level and earned his Master’s in Musical Theatre Writing from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. He has directed over 60 shows in New York, New Jersey, Ohio and California. As a writer, his youth theatre piece THE SIXTH DAY has been performed in NYC three times, and he was commissioned to create “Simple Joys,” a revue of the work of Stephen Schwartz at the Cassidy Theatre in Ohio. As a youth, he was a member of The Singing Angels Performing Chorus, an internationally touring show choir based out of Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from NYU, Mike became their Artistic Director. Under his direction, the group toured Hollywood, London, Warsaw, and Paris; released two recordings; performed with Nancy Sinatra and Roberta Flack; and was invited to a Command Performance at The Pentagon. He then became a professor of Musical Theatre at California State University, Chico, where in addition to teaching and directing shows, he led the “Off-Broadways” Touring Ensemble in performances in New York and San Francisco. These experiences have led Mike to lecture on the role of theatre in society at both The Sondheim Symposium in New Jersey and the International Conference on Fine and Performing Arts in Athens, Greece. He shares his experiences with the talented youth of North Texas and empowers them to use the performing arts as a tool to build the self-confidence needed to succeed in any career path they choose.
Choreographer: Paige Price
Paige Price is a native of the DFW area and has been performing for as long as she can remember! She started working with NTPA in 2018 and has enjoyed being able to serve this organization in multiple capacities during her time here. Paige recently graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 2021 with her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. While in school, she was an active member of Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honor Fraternity, and received accolades from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival and the National Association for Teachers of Singing. Some of her favorite onstage credits during undergrad include Jo March in Little Women, Sorel Bliss in Hay Fever, and Jennyanydots in Cats. Favorite director credits include Peter Pan Jr, Aladdin Kids, 13 the Musical, Aristocats Kids, and Beauty and the Beast Jr. Her passion for directing and teaching has grown over the past several years, and her mission is to foster a love of theatre in young artists that will last them a lifetime.
Music Director: Kaitlyn Barnard-Wright
Kaitlyn Barnard-Wright graduated in 2013 Cum Laude from Texas Woman’s University where she performed in both their opera and theater productions. She is currently completing her Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling while serving as the Director of Education for the NTPA Academy. She has been with NTPA since 2017 and has directed and music directed with the organization on many occasions. Kaitlyn is certified in the Kodaly Method of music education and completed her third level of training in the summer of 2015. Kaitlyn is a member of Pi Kappa Lambda Honor Society, Who’s Who Nominee, Presser Scholar Nominee, and the recipient of the first Lily Mildred Hodges Endowed Scholarship. Music and theater are her passion and she loves to see children grow through the arts.
Cast Biographies
Candice Addison (Mrs. Fezziwig) is in her 5th Scrooge production. Other NTPA performances include Sound of Music, Music Man, Mary Poppins, and South Pacific. Candice is the Board Chair of the Repertory Board. Candice enjoys volunteering as Set Build and Props Coordinator. Candice is a mother of four and enjoys sharing her love for theater with all four of her children. When not at the theater, Candice is a physician and medical director of Blue Zone Medical. Special thanks to Alyssa and Eon for making Scrooge a family affair every year.
Eon Addison (Dick Wilkens) is 15 and is in 10th grade. This is his 21st NTPA Production. Eon has always loved performing, whether it was dance recitals, or on stage he always has a smile. Some of his past favorite roles are, Valentine, in ‘Mary Poppins’, and Jafar in ‘Aladdin Jr’. He would like to thank his mom for doing Scrooge with him, it’s a wonderful tradition. He would also like to thank his wonderful sister for doing tech for the show!
Peter Alamares (Hugo Harty) is 20 years old and is attending Collin College in Plano. This production marks his 26th NTPA show and his 5th performance of Scrooge! Two of his favorite shows were South Pacific and Scrooge. Peter has earned his Eagle Scout and sang with the Children’s Chorus of Greater Dallas for six years and with the Dallas Symphony Children’s Chorus in its inaugural year. Peter enjoys tennis and writes science fiction and fantasy in his spare time.
Jack Beacom (Tiny Tim) is thrilled to join the cast of Scrooge! This is his 11th production with NTPA. He is 11 years old and currently in 5th grade. Favorite past roles include: Mr. Wormwood in Matilda, Michael Darling in Peter Pan, and Rooster Hannigan in Annie. He enjoys playing the flute in his school’s concert band, swimming, and Student Council. He is thankful to Mr. Mike for this opportunity and to this incredible cast for their awesome impact. Jack would also like to thank his family and friends for ALL of their support!
Abby Bertin (Mrs. Bleake) is 22 and is so excited to be in her first production with NTPA! She grew up singing, having performed with many show and church choirs throughout her life. It has always been her dream to perform in a musical, and she is thrilled to finally make that dream a reality! Abby would like to thank her family for always supporting her, and her friend Daniel for introducing her to NTPA.
Courtney Blakely (Baker Women) is making her NTPA debut in Scrooge the Musical. As an arts magnet alum with a love for music, she is honored and excited for the opportunity to get back into performing. She is overjoyed to be sharing the stage with her mom and little brother this year, making this an experience she will never forget! Courtney is grateful to her friends and family for their love and support and would like to thank the cast of Scrooge for making this a rewarding adventure!
Rochelle Blakely (Mrs. Ethel Cratchit) has enjoyed performing in Scrooge so much, that she’s returning again for her third time! This time, as Mrs. Cratchit! She’s excited to have been given the opportunity to bring this character to life! This Scrooge is very special to her, because she’ll be sharing the stage with her son and daughter! In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering at NTPA, watching movies and spending time with her family and grandkids!
Brycen Bohl (Young Ebenezer) attended Waldorf University for four years for a degree in Musical Theatre and has been a part of NTPA for the past 7 years, and he’s super excited to be back as Ebenezer (Young Scrooge) for Scrooge! This will be Brycen’s 77th Production. Some of Brycen’s previous acting credits include The Music Man as Harold Hill, Mary Poppins as Bert, and South Pacific as Lt. Cable. He would like to thank all of his friends, family, and directors for helping him to become the person he is today.
Pedro Borges (Young Ebby/Turkey Boy) is 10 years old, and he is in fourth grade. This is Pedro’s 8th show at NTPA. He was Michael Banks in Mary Poppins, Robertson Ay in Mary Poppins, Jr., Tiny Tim and Peter Cratchit in Scrooge, Mr. Mayor in Seussical Jr., Rafiki in Lion King Kids and Nayib in On Your Feet. Pedro enjoys playing video games, playing soccer, basketball, and playing the piano. He is excited to be in the show and he thanks Mr. Mike for this amazing opportunity.
Erin Breaker (Young Jenny) Erin is 9 years old and in the 3rd grade at Parish Episcopal School. This is her 8th major production at NTPA and her 2nd production of Scrooge! Her past productions also include The Lion King – Kids, 101 Dalmatians, Moana, Rainbow Fish, Broadway Revue and most recently Tinkerbell! When not performing on stage, Erin loves dancing, singing and gymnastics. Erin would like to thank Mr. Mike for this opportunity and her family and friends for all their support!
Reece Brockman (Nephew Harry) is proud to reprise his role as Nephew for the 3rd year. Reece joined NTPA to do Music Man with his daughter before she went away for college, intending for it to be a one-time activity. Now he has done 6 shows, and apparently has found a new hobby. Reece would like to thank the cast and crew for having him back, for inspiring him. He would also like to thank his wife, Daisy, for continuing to be a Stage Mom, despite all their kids being grown!
Wendy C (Miss Dilber) loves music, theatre and dance. She memorized her first musical, Annie Get Your Gun, on a family road trip. Wendy has participated in many Creative Arts Camps, Summer Show Tunes and is an active member of the NTPA Starcatchers Troupe. This is her third year in Scrooge, cast as Miss Dilber alongside her Mom. When she’s not on stage she loves singing and dancing everywhere and anywhere. She thanks her fellow cast members and Mr. Mike for all their support and encouragement!
Jennifer Chappelle (Helen) is thrilled to join the cast of Scrooge once again! Now in her third year with the production, this show has become one of her favorite Christmas traditions. Jennifer has loved acting and singing from a young age, and sharing the stage with her daughter, Virginia, has made this experience even more special. When she’s not performing, Jennifer is busy balancing family life and running her own marketing and events agency, Pieridae Group. She extends heartfelt thanks to her husband, John, and their two children for their unwavering love and support.
Virginia Chappelle (Kathy Cratchit) is a fourth grader at Trivium Academy. This is Virginia’s eleventh NTPA production and she is so excited to be part of this amazing cast! Virginia is passionate about dancing, singing, & fashion design. In her spare time, Virginia likes to draw, play volleyball, swim, & do nail design. Virginia would like to thank Mr. Mike, the rest of the production team & her family for encouraging her & helping her with her acting career.
Gabrielle Collins (Mary) is the Managing Director of Accessible Theatre at NTPA. Gabrielle attended the University of Texas at Austin, graduating with a BS in Applied Learning and Development, Youth and Community Studies, with a concentration in Special Populations and specializing in Disability Studies in Movement Science. She received her AA in Dance from Collin College, where she began her journey as a dance educator and choreographer. Gabrielle leads both NTPA – Starcatchers and NTPA – Deaf Theatre to provide quality performance art experiences to all who walk through the doors of NTPA.
Vicki Cravens (Mrs. Pringle) is delighted to returning to the NTPA stage for her sixth production of Scrooge. This year, she will be playing Mrs. Pringle, the toy shop owner. Past NTPA roles include Mrs. Fezziwig and Ethel Cratchit in Scrooge and Little Old Lady/Bratwurst/Ensemble in The Producers. Thank you very much, Mark Liberio, for being an excellent supporter and spouse, and Mr. Mike for making every production exciting and educational!
Andee Grace Da Rosa (Martha Cratchit) is 6 and in the first grade at Alcuin School. She loves to sing and act and has been in two NTPA shows previously: Annie Jr and Frozen Kids. She is excited to be a Cratchit kid with her big brother, Lennon, in this show! She’s also excited to pretend that her real mom (playing Mrs. Cratchit) is her stage mom! Andee loves the outdoors and drawing, singing, playing piano, and mostly she loves Christmas! Thanks, Mr. Mike and God bless you, everyone!
Lennon Da Rosa (Peter Cratchit) is 13 and in 7th grade at Alcuin School. This is his 3rd Scrooge and 9th NTPA show (he is also working on his 10th, Beetlejuice Jr). He is super excited to do a show with his mom and his sister. Lennon enjoys cooking, video games, and spending time with friends and family. He would like to thank Mr. Mike and his family for this awesome production. Enjoy the Show!
Seth Davidson (Mr. Fezziwig) assumed the role of NTPA Business Manager in December 2021, and has been a member of the NTPA financial management team for five years. Seth has a passion for all things music-related and attends many concerts, plays, musicals and events throughout the year. He began participating in plays and musicals at an early age and performed in band throughout his school years. He is thrilled to be back on stage again and supporting NTPA’s Community Theatre with his 4th production after appearing in Scrooge, Mary Poppins and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.
Santiago Diaz (Peter Crachit) is in the 7th grade and this is his 10th production with NTPA. He’s excited to be performing in Scrooge again! This time, with his Mom and sister on stage with him! He enjoys singing & acting! When he’s not performing, Santiago enjoys playing video games & hanging out with family & friends! He’s also a member of the Dallas Symphony Children’s Chorus. He’d like to thank his family for their love & continued support!
Alejandro Erives (Mr. Fezziwig) is back for his fifth year in Scrooge, this time as the lively Mr. Fezziwig, Scrooge’s joyful boss from the past. He knows how to celebrate Christmas in style, showing Scrooge the positive impact a boss can have. Previously, Alejandro played Bob Cratchit, Harry, and the Ghost of Christmas Present. He’s also Vice-Chair of NTPA’s Plano Board and has produced several shows, including “On Your Feet.” He thanks his family, the NTPA board, and the cast and crew. Enjoy the show and sing along with him to “December the 25th”!
Catherine Espel-Logan (Wine Merchant) is excited to return to the stage in her first NTPA production and especially excited to share the stage with her son. Catherine would like to thank Director Mike Mazur and the whole cast for the joy of performing with them. Off-stage, Catherine is active in the community with Leadership Richardson Alumni Association (The Best Class-39); car seat safety; and dog training to name a few of her favorite things. Special shoutout to my other half for everything and my parents for filling my life with music.
Olof Espel-Logan (King of the Urchins) is in 3rd grade at IL Texas, and Math is his favorite subject. This is his 4th production at NTPA and first time in Scrooge. He wants to thank the cast and director for allowing him to do theater with them!
Meryl K. Evans (Mrs. Pringle) returns for her fifth NTPA show and second Scrooge. She loved playing Miss Hannigan in the Deaf Theatre’s show and Miss Smythe in Mary Poppins. Born profoundly deaf, she can sing only one note: None. That’s why she lip-syncs. Meryl is a TEDx and professional speaker, author, LinkedIn Top Voice, and consultant in disability inclusion, accessibility, and inclusive marketing. She’s an advocate and community volunteer who serves many non-profit Boards. Meryl thanks her theatre family, her spouse Paul, and their kids Shelby, Lane, and Zachary. Meryl.net
Paul Evans (Bissett the Butcher) was a founding Co-Chairperson of NTPA’s Deaf Theatre and currently serves on its board and Set Build Coordinator. This is Paul’s 7th NTPA production and second Scrooge. Paul thanks his spouse of 35 years, Meryl, and their three children for their support and encouragement. Meryl (Mrs. Pringle), who was born deaf, continues to inspire Paul with her tireless advocacy and education efforts for disability inclusion and accessibility. Paul identifies as Hard of Hearing.
Sean Fite (Dick Wilkins/Ghost of Christmas Future) is an NTPA Alumni and thrilled to be back for his 4th Scrooge. He’s been with NTPA for almost 10 years and has done numerous shows with multiple directors. Some of his favorite roles include John Merrick (Elephant Man), Karl the Giant (Big Fish), and Igor (Young Frankenstein). He would like to thank his wife for being his biggest supporter, and Mike, the director, for this amazing opportunity.
Benson Flowers (Tiny Tim) is ten years old and in the fifth grade. His love for theatre began during a summer camp at NTPA three years ago! He has been in ten performances and has no plans to stop this journey any time soon. He is so excited to be playing Tiny Tim and would like to thank Mr. Mike for this amazing opportunity and for NTPA for welcoming him into the NTPA family. When he is not on stage, you can find him on the flag football field, baseball field or building Legos!
Lydia Fray (Beggar Woman) is a senior at The Covenant School she is so excited to be a part of this show! This is her 4th NTPA production. Some of Lydias favorite shows she has participated in are, Little Women (Marmee), Fiddler on the Roof (Tzeitel), The Winters Tale (Paulina), and Sense and Sensibility (Lucy). In her free time Lydia loves being with her friends and doing other activities. Lydia wants to thank Mr. Mike and everyone else working on this show for all of the time and effort they have poured into this beautiful show!
Lynley Glickler (Mary) is excited to return to NTPA where she got her start in theater at the age of eight. After receiving her B.A. in Drama from the University of Dallas, she has returned to NTPA to direct the next generation of actors. She was last seen as Jordan Baker in The Great Gatsby. Her favorite roles include Anne Frank in Diary of Anne Frank, Death in Orphee, Susan in Company, and Julie in Miss Julie. She would like to thank Mike Mazur and the talented staff, artists, and actors at NTPA.
Deanna Green (Ghost of Christmas Past) is a native Texan and attended the University of North Texas. She performed as a singer with her brother Ray Sharp for years as “Simplicity” (album: More Than Myself). She has also appeared in other NTPA Community Theater productions such as Mrs. Banks (Mary Poppins), Ensign Nellie Forbush (South Pacific), Sound of Music (Sister Margaretta) and The Music Man (Eulalie Shinn, the Mayor’s Wife). She is very excited to be performing in her 12th NTPA Production.
Kendall Griffin (Isabel) is 21 years old and currently working towards her BFA in acting at Pepperdine University. Kendall’s hobbies include painting, playing Dungeons and Dragons with friends, singing along to show tunes, and enjoying the beauty of nature. Her favorite past roles include John Proctor (The Crucible), Fantine (Les Misérables), and Isabel (Scrooge!). As an NTPA Alumni, Kendall has completed 16 shows here at her home theater, and still counting!
Jason Hamby (Bob Cratchit) is participating in his 6th “Scrooge!” production and 9th ever musical. His previous roles in Scrooge were Bob Cratchit with one or two forays into the world of Nephew and Fezziwig. Previous NTPA roles include Emile DeBecque (South Pacific) and George Banks (Mary Poppins). He would like to thank his daughter and granddaughter for sharing the stage with him and his smokin’ hawt wife for being smokin’ hawt (and for putting up with him).
Hannah Hoffman (Isabel) is a senior at Texas Christian University studying theatre with a journalism minor. She has been involved with NTPA for 11 years now and is super excited to be making her Scrooge debut. Hannah would like to thank her mother and father for supporting her, and Mike Mazur for this amazing opportunity.
Geralyn Kaminsky (Mrs. Dilber) is thrilled to be a part of this amazing production alongside many great actors. While certainly not as talented as her daughter, Wendy, she is nonetheless excited to be singing, dancing and acting right alongside her in Scrooge for the 3rd consecutive year. Geralyn is a member of the NTPA Starcatchers Management Board with their “mission to illuminate abilities through the performing arts.” Geralyn would like to thank her family and Mike and Darrell for their encouragement! Thank you very very, very much!
Austin Keefer (Jacob Marley) is a Resident Director at NTPA. Titles he has directed include “Puffs”, “Othello”, and “Descendants”. He has a bachelor’s degree in Literature with a Creative Writing concentration from UT Dallas and a General Studies degree from Collin College. This will be his 6th consecutive year performing in Scrooge, having previously played Scrooge’s Nephew, Mr. Fezziwig, and Dick Wilkins.
Daniel Kirfman (Topper) is 23 and is excited to reprise his role as Topper for his second performance of Scrooge. He is currently a senior at the University of Texas at Dallas working to complete his computer science degree. In his free time, Daniel enjoys drawing and taking part of tabletop games with his friends. He would like to thank his parents for always being supportive of his interests.
Ed Kless (Ghost of Jacob Marley) is thrilled to play the Ghost of Jacob Marley for the fourth consecutive year. Other NTPA roles include Jesus Christ Superstar (Pilate), Fiddler on the Roof (Lazar Wolf), Matilda (Rudolpho), The Sound of Music (Captain von Trapp). In March he will appear as the titular character in Willie Wonka at NTPA-Fairview. As always thanks to his family for their love and support.
Ari Kopmar (Bob Cratchit) is a proud member of the NTPA family with both of his kids. Ari studied acting at HB Studios in NYC and Improv decades ago and is excited to be back on stage. The biggest joy in his Scrooge performance is being able to share the stage with his daughter, Dalya, who is playing his daughter, Kathy Cratchit. Ari wants to thank Darrell for encouraging him to join the Scrooge cast and to Mike for giving him this opportunity of being able to perform on stage with Dalya.
Dalya Kopmar (Kathy Cratchit) is 9 years old and in 4th Grade. This is Dalya’s 6th NTPA production and has played Nemo in Finding Nemo Kids, Jasmine in Aladdin Kids, Toad in Frog & Toad Kids, and Young Simba in The Lion King. She has always shown a passion for acting & singing, and she loves to run and play soccer. She wants to thank Darrell for encouraging her to join the Scrooge cast and to Mike for giving her the opportunity to be on stage for the first time with her Dad.
Réjene Monee (Baker Woman/Helen) is very excited to be making her NTPA debut in Scrooge! The Musical with this kind and talented cast. She attended WTAMU for a BFA in Musical Theatre from 2018-2020 and will resume her studies in 2025. Réjene has also been hired to join the creative staff, so you will be seeing more of her in the future. Réjene wants to thank Jesus, her parents, Leisha LaCarla, her friends, and her new NTPA family for welcoming her with open arms and believing in her.
Kerry Murdock (Mrs. Cratchit) is happy to be back for her 5th year of Scrooge! Kerry is the Managing Director of NTPA Frisco, a teacher at the Academy, and a parent of 3 NTPA actors. She has directed and participated in theatres across 4 states and her favorite times have been sharing the stage with her children. Favorite roles include Mrs. Fezziwig in Scrooge, Aunt Em in Wizard of Oz, and Frankie in It’s a Wonderful Life. She would like to thank her family for supporting her love of theatre!
Lupita Murillo Tinnen (Wine Merchant) serves as Dean of Academic Affairs and Workforce at Collin College in Plano where she oversees various departments, including the fine arts. Though this is her first time stepping into a community theatre production, she is excited to support the arts both on and off campus. She serves on the board of directors for ArtCentre of Plano and the Hendrick Scholarship Foundation. She is a graduate of Leadership Plano Class 39.
Grainne Noel (Mrs. Fezziwig) is busy: being employed as an esthetician at a medical spa in Dallas and working as a voice actor out of her home recording studio in McKinney. Now, in her ‘spare time’, she is returning to her first love – Musical Theatre! She is very excited to be playing the role of Mrs. Fezziwig in her first NTPA show. She would like to thank Mike Mazur and the rest of the Scrooge cast for welcoming her into the NTPA family!
Alex Orendain (Punch and Judy) is in the 4th grade at Nichols Elementary. He is so excited to be back with the Scrooge crew for his third year!! Alex loves his NTPA family, but when he’s not performing, he loves to play X-Box, football and golf! This is Alex’s 22nd show with NTPA. Over the summer he played Michael Banks in NTPA’s Community Theatre production and had the best time!
Brenna Petersen (Tom Jenkins, Assistant Director) is so excited to return to her favorite role, Tom Jenkins, in her 22nd NTPA production (and her 7th Scrooge)! She has recently graduated with a BA in Theatre and a minor in Music from Texas Woman’s University. In the past, she performed as Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins, NTPA), Prince Hamlet (Hamlet, TWU – Understudy), and Jason Dean (Heathers, Blue Firebox). She is extremely grateful to the volunteers who made this show possible, especially Mike and our incredible stage managers and leaders! Special thanks to Lestat and Beyoncé.
Blake Richard (Young Ebenezer Scrooge) is taking the stage in his first musical theater performance this holiday season. He has been a musician and singer for many years and serves as a Youth and Young Adult worship music minister in Plano, TX. He would like to thank NTPA for the opportunity and his wife, Diane, for her support.
Julianna Rios (Stage manager) is thrilled to stage manage her fourth production of “Scrooge” with Mike! With a rich history of involvement in numerous shows, including “On Your Feet!” and “Miss Saigon,” she is immensely grateful to Mike for his leadership and the opportunities he has provided. Julianna credits him for her growth as an amazing stage manager. She also extends heartfelt thanks to her family, especially her sister Alexandra, for introducing her to NTPA. Excitingly, Julianna is Disney-bound in January, ready to embark on her next adventure! Follow her magical journey on Instagram @DisneywithJulianna.
Christopher Rodenbaugh (Young Ebenezer) is very happy to come home from Chicago and be in his eighth Scrooge, a role he has played intermittently since the very first Scrooge fourteen years ago. This makes him deeply uncomfortable with the passage of time, but also makes him deeply proud. He graduated from law school at Northwestern University and was sworn in as an attorney in Illinois last month. Thanks to Mike Mazur, all the volunteers that this show depends on, and his family for being part of this tradition that he has enjoyed for half of his entire life.
Darrell Rodenbaugh (Ebenezer Scrooge) has been NTPA’s “Scrooge” for fourteen years and taken the stage 124 times in this role, delivering Scrooge’s powerful message of redemption and believes we each can ‘begin again.’ He’s grateful for the talent of Mike Mazur, Kaitlyn, Paige, Brenna and Austin and thanks the Plano civic leaders, NTPA staff and board members, friends and children who make this holiday tradition special! Special thanks to Lisa, Lee, and the NTPA family for enduring his annual “Scrooginess,” and to his son Christopher for the priceless gift of joining him onstage.
JoAnn Rodriguez (Jocelyn Jollygoode) enjoys taking the stage each year as one of her family’s Christmas traditions. This is her 4th Scrooge! JoAnn loves to share the theater and the arts with her family and friends and appreciates NTPA’s commitment to making theater “accessible to all.”
Mariah Sanchez (Baker Woman) is 25 years old. “Scrooge! The Musical” is her first NTPA program. She would like to thank her family for helping her with her two-year-old son, John Ray for his endless support, her cousin Isaac Acuna for inspiring her, and her son Eric for giving her the motivation to show him you can do anything you put your mind and heart into.
Lauren Ashley Santaella (Isabel) is a psychology student at Auburn University. She has most recently appeared as Mary Poppins in the NTPA Community Theatre over the summer, and has participated in previous productions including Tuck Everlasting, Mary Poppins, and A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. She is grateful to her friends and family for their love and support, and to all those in the NTPA Community Theatre family for making these shows so amazing and special!
Cathy Secrest (Bissett, the Butcher) is thrilled to be in her second NTPA performance. She is usually the woman fixing the hem on every actor’s costume before they run onstage and has created hundreds of award-winning costumes for others. Cathy would like to give a huge thanks to Mike for taking a second chance on a notably deficient thespian and to Sara Akers for the legacy she founded. When Cathy is not hemming or onstage she can be found scaling barnacles off of human teeth at Dentistry by Design.
Lauren Secrest (Jocelyn Jollygoode) is returning to NTPA for her 40th show! She graduated from Southern Methodist University (B.F.A. in Theatre & B.A. in Psychology). Her theatrical roles include Maeve in Dancenation and Alice/Greenpeace Girl/Zoey in TGWDLM. Film credits: The Dinner, Premonition, and Speculo. Stage management: Legally Blonde, Utility, The Laramie Project, and Lightning Thief. Directorial Credits: TGWDLM and The Crossover. Lauren will make her professional directorial debut this February! She thanks her family, friends, and mentors for their support! (IG: laurensecrest)
Marty Shelton (Punch & Judy) is an 8th grade student at Cooper Jr. High School. This is his second NTPA production. In his spare time, Marty loves to paint Warhammer figurines, play tabletop games at the local game store, listen to metal and practice his guitar. He is excited that he gets to be silly with his character during Scrooge!
Jonathan Sieders (Jacob Marley) is grateful for the opportunity to return to the NTPA stage as Jacob Marley! Past favorite roles include Scottish (The Lighthouse), Mr. Fezziwig (Scrooge), Mal (The Addams Family), Cogsworth (Beauty and the Beast), Grimsby (The Little Mermaid), Mr. Krabs (The SpongeBob Musical), and John Merrick (The Elephant Man).
Mandy Smith (Mrs. Bleake) I am incredibly excited to be in my fourth Scrooge and my eighth show with North Texas Performing Arts. I have found myself continually returning to our community theater because the people in NTPA never cease to amaze me with their endless talents, love, and compassion. I will always feel as though I have found a family in NTPA, and I hope that the warmth of our family will reach your heart during this performance!
Andrew Snider (Topper’s Brother) is thrilled to be doing his third show with NTPA he was Mickey in Dancing Queen and Luke in Camp Rock. He is so excited to be joining the Scrooge Family. It’s been a real treat for him playing a brother to his actual brother onstage, and he hopes you enjoy the show!
Elijah Snider (Topper), 21, is thrilled to be performing in his first production with NTPA. He began his musical theater journey at the age of 9 and has since completed 14 productions. Some of his favorite past roles include Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh, King Hubert in Sleeping Beauty, and Colonel Hathi in The Jungle Book. Elijah is also the lead singer and guitarist for the Dallas-based rock band Chimney Dream.
Lucy Snider (Kathy Cratchit) is 14 and in 8th grade at NTPA Academy. This is Lucy’s 8th show with NTPA. Some of her favorite past roles include Aristocratic Lady (Beauty and The Beast), Telegram Girl (Clue), and Rafiki (Lion King Jr). Lucy has been in dance for 12 years and trained in many areas. Lucy would like to thank her family and friends for their support and the amazing cast and directive team for making this show happen.
Jaxon Stewart (Young Ebby / Turkey Boy) is 12 years old and in the 7th grade at NTPA Academy and Texas Connections. This is his 23rd show with NTPA and his fourth year in Scrooge. Some of his favorite roles included Colin in The Secret Garden and of course, Tiny Tim in Scrooge (2021). He loves everything about theater! Set building and props, costumes and makeup, writing and even directing. He wants to thank Mr. Mike and all the wonderful directors, parents, and volunteers who help make this all possible. Merry Christmas!
Gennifer Stratton (Ghost of Christmas Past) is thrilled to be in her fifth Scrooge, previously playing Past and Mrs. Fezziwig! She was seen as Little Mary Morgan in NTPA’s Ten Nights in a Barroom and Marme in Little Women in Concert. After graduating from the University of Denver’s Lamont School of Music, she lived in NYC and LA performing in national tours and regional theatre. She moved to Plano in 2000 and was a full-time mom to her three amazing children who all share her love for theatre. Gen thanks her husband, Marty, for everything!
Debbi Tank (Mrs. Dilber) is excited to be in her 2nd Scrooge! Debbi has been involved with NTPA Starcatchers for a couple of years and found an unknown love of being part of the cast as well as supporting in the background. She is blessed to be surrounded by family and friends who encourage and support her crazy schedule and ideas. Thanks to Mike, and all of the other staff and volunteers who make this happen!
Natalie Tank (Mr. Dilber) is 14 years old and is in the 8th grade at Brilliant Microschool Online and this is their ninth production with NTPA. They love acting, art, anime, and computer games. They are excited to be able to perform with their Mom for the first time on stage. Thank you to Mr. Mike for this opportunity!
Elian Tinnen (Tiny Tim) is 11 years old and in 5th grade at Hosp Elementary. This is Elian’s 9th production with NTPA. His first production was in A Year with Frog and Toad Kids as Frog. This is Elian’s second year in Scrooge, and he is excited to play the role of Tiny Tim! His other interests include watching Marvel movies, playing video games, and creating Google slides. He would like to thank Mr. Mike for this opportunity!
Saskia Tinnen (Belinda Cratchit) is 11 years old and in the 5th grade at Hicks Elementary. She is in the Spanish Immersion program. This is Saskia’s 3rd production with NTPA. In addition to performing, her other interests include art, sewing, crafting, tap dance, cubing, and collecting rubber ducks! She is also in Girl Scouts and enjoys spending time with her twin brother Elian. She would like to thank Mr. Mike for this opportunity.
Charlotte Tsai (Martha Cratchit) is in 7th grade at I University Prep. This will be her 7th show at NTPA. Her favorite past role was Aunt Polly . When not on stage she enjoys playing piano, cello, and golf. She would like to thank her brother and sister for their support.
Anne Underwood (Mrs. Cratchit) is excited to be in NTPA’s production of Scrooge again— this time with two of her wonderful kids, Andee and Lennon. She can’t think of a better way to spend her time than making art with her children. Sending peace, joy and love to each of you in this Holiday Season.
Jackson Vieyra (Topper) is an 11th grade double Conservatory student – Theater and Music – at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. In addition to Booker T. shows, he’s performed in 20 NTPA productions, starting with Scrooge in 2019, and most recently in On Your Feet (Emilio). Other favorite roles are Mufasa (Lion King, Jr.), Bill Sykes (Oliver!), Hook (Peter Pan, Jr.), Joseph & Pharaoh (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat), and Sheldon Plankton (The SpongeBob Musical). He thanks his family for their love and support.
Crystal Walker (Mrs. Fezziwig) will be performing for the first time on an NTPA stage in Scrooge, the Musical. She is normally a theatre mom and wife, so is looking forward to getting to try something new and experience acting with her family. She has five amazing children, and three pets, Kevin, Kyle, and her kitten, Karl.
Seigen Walker (Ghost of Christmas Past) is thrilled to be doing his first show with NTPA! He has been acting for 13 years in roles like Donkey in Shrek, Sebastian in The Little Mermaid, and Audrey 2 in The Little Shop of Horrors! He has been directing for 9 years and it’s excited to be doing Elephant and Piggie, and Assistant directing Peter Pan for NTPA! Thanks to his wife and kids for making his dream come true and doing this show with him, and for being his purpose in life. Enjoy the show!!!
Kate Walsh (Tom Jenkins) is eighteen years old and a senior at Ursuline Academy of Dallas. She is so excited to be in her 26th NTPA show, 35th overall, and 6th with her dad! She would like to thank Mr. Mike for this amazing opportunity, her cast for being the best, her dad for doing another show with her, and you, dear audience member, who has come to see the show and is now reading all these bios! Enjoy the show <3.
Tom Walsh (Ghost of Christmas Present) is elated to perform alongside his talented daughter, Kate, and this amazing cast in his 6th NTPA production. Tom has appeared in The Music Man (Mayor Shinn) (for which Tom was honored to be named “Best Supporting Actor in a Musical” by BroadwayWorld Dallas in 2022), Scrooge (Ghost of Christmas Present in 2022 and 2023), South Pacific (Captain Brackett in 2023), and Mary Poppins (George Banks in 2024). Tom is a trial lawyer at Winston and Strawn LLP.
Kate Williams (Jenny) is 8 years old and in 2nd grade at Barksdale Elementary. This is her second Scrooge performing with her dad, Shelby Williams. When not performing or going to school, Kate loves writing stories, gymnastics, and swimming!
Shelby Williams (Ghost of Christmas Present) serves both on Plano City Council and as Chairman of the Collin County Republican Party. He is a Digital Transformation and Marketing Consultant. He is thrilled to perform in Scrooge with his youngest daughter Kate for their second year in a row! Shelby thanks his wife and three daughters for their love and support, and thanks the NTPA for providing such a treasured resource to our community!
Ava Wollitz (Belinda, Miss Dilber) is eight years old and in third grade at Prestwick Elementary. This legendary show marks her 20th performance with NTPA! She also just very recently completed No. 19 as Gladys in NTPA Frisco’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Her favorite past roles include Gladys, Chip (Beauty and the Beast, JR.) Small Alice (Alice in Wonderland JR.), Ugly Duckling (Shrek, JR.), Gary the Snail (Spongebob Youth Edition) and Luck (101 Dalmatians KIDS). Ava is excited to be performing with her mom and sister in their first-ever Scrooge adventure!
Emma Wollitz (Martha Cratchit) is 12 years old and in seventh grade at Strike Middle School. This iconic show marks her 20th performance with NTPA! She also just very recently completed No. 19 as Alice in NTPA Frisco’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Her favorite past roles include Cogsworth (Beauty and the Beast, JR.), Young Simba (Lion King JR.), Lord Farquaad (Shrek, JR.), Plankton (Spongebob Youth Edition) and Genie (Aladdin KIDS). Emma is excited to be performing with her mom and sister in their first-ever Scrooge adventure!
Sarah Wollitz (Mrs. Dilber) is performing in her third NTPA show. She finished up her second show very recently as Connie in NTPA Frisco’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – The Musical. She may be exhausted, and not quite right in the head for doing two shows in December, but as she writes this she is excited to perform with a talented group of individuals in her first Scrooge The Musical with NTPA. Fun fact: Sarah played Tiny Tim in her small-town community theater many moons ago!
Jordyn Word (Bess) is 12 years old and is a 7th grader at Princeton ISD. This is her 35th show at NPTA. In her spare time, she enjoys color guard and spending time with her friends and family. She would like to thank Mike for his hard work and dedication to the show. She would also like to thank her family and friends for their love and support.
Jessica Zeller (Mrs. Bleake) has been teaching private lessons and assistant/music directing shows with NTPA since 2022. Previous credits with NTPA include Jekyll and Hyde, The Lion King KIDS, Beauty and the Beast, Jr. and The Wizard of Oz. She made her on stage debut with NTPA as a Banker in Mary Poppins in 2024. Jessica would like to thank Mike for this opportunity, and her family, friends, students, her mentor DeAnna, and her teacher Christiane for all of their support.
Layne Zimmerman (Tiny Tim) is 10 and in the 4th grade at Huffman Elementary. This will be Layne’s fourth major production at NTPA and his second year in Scrooge. In addition to acting and singing, Layne enjoys soccer, baseball, and basketball. Layne is so excited for the opportunity to play Tiny Tim this year and wants to thank everyone who is involved for making it so much fun.