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"Elizabeth Thatcher" in When Calls The Heart 

Blue Gate Musicals, directed by Jennifer Wolcott

I am thrilled to be starting my theatrical career post-grad with Blue Gate Musicals in Shipshewana, Indiana! I am currently portraying the leading role, Elizabeth Thatcher, in the new musical based off of Janette Oke's When Calls The Heart. The production runs 6 days a week from August 8, 2024 -January 4, 2025. I look forward to exploring Amish country & experiencing my first real winter outside of Florida! 

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c/o 2024 Graduate! 

I graduated Summa Cum Laude from The University of Alabama on May 4th, 2024 with a BFA in Musical Theatre and a minor in English. Not only did I finish with a 4.0 GPA, but I also served as the President of Alpha Psi Omega National Theatre Honors Society, the Lead Ambassador for our Musical Theatre Program, and an Associate Editor for The Ripple Arts Review.  I've loved my time here at UA, but I'm excited for the next adventure! 

Raphe Crystal Award

I am honored to have been awarded the Raphe Crystal Award for Musical Theatre by the head of our MT program, Stacy Alley. This award is given to a a student who demonstrates outstanding leadership, service, character, and talent within The Department of Theatre and Dance.  I would not be the person I am today without the amazing faculty and peers who pushed me to be the best version of myself! 

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"Janet" in The Rocky Horror Show

I had the privilege of playing "Janet" in The Rocky Horror show at The University of Alabama. This production was such a blast and I am so grateful for the opportunity to explore such an iconic show.

The University of Alabama, Directed by Robert Fuson

"Sister Mary Amnesia" in Nunsense

SummerTide Theatre, Directed by Stacy Alley

My puppet & I loved playing Sister Mary Amnesia in SummerTide Theatre's production of Nunsense. Performing 6 days a week on the beaches of Gulf Shores, AL? Who could ask for anything more! 

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Marie Antoinette
in The Revolutionists

PenArts, Directed By: Christine Kellogg

How exciting to make my professional debut here in my hometown of Pensacola, FL. Exploring the life of Marie Antoinette was (as she would say) exquisite! Special thanks to Christine Kellogg for her mentorship throughout this production. 

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