The Cast
Davey
Spot Conlon
Spot Conlon
Silver Conner is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist with 7 years of performance experience with the Antioch Strolling Strings. He has recently been seen performing in All Together Now with the Brentwood Repertory Theater, and is excited to be taking part in Newsies Jr.
Spot Conlon
Spot Conlon
Spot Conlon
Isabella Edwards is a high school senior who has enjoyed a number of supporting and ensemble roles over the years. Offstage, you can find her getting into mischief, or enjoying anything related to her favorite decades. She would like to thank all of her chums, old and new! Newsies forever!
Albert
Spot Conlon
Specs / Dorothy
Olivia Edwards is a junior who has been in several shows and an excited participant in Newsies Jr.! Her favorite roles include Veruca (Willy Wonka Jr.) and Duffy (Annie). Olivia is also a harpist who loves everything 30s-’50s. She thanks her family for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Specs / Dorothy
Bunsen / Ada / Scab
Specs / Dorothy
Piper Gardiner is 12 years old and lives in Oakley, California. She enjoys singing, painting, fashion, and drawing the best out of the different styles of art. She loves to try new things and loves to explore her inner creativity. Although a perfectionist, she can do anything she sets her mind to and is always determined to finish things she starts.
Bunsen / Ada / Scab
Bunsen / Ada / Scab
Bunsen / Ada / Scab
Hannah Healy is a 15 year old that likes cats and playing with friends. She wants to dedicate this performance to her school’s drama teacher and thanks him for helping her through this time. She is thrilled to play Bunsen/Seitz, Ada, and Scab 2. She’s excited about taking a shot at dancing and hopes you enjoy Newsies Jr. as much as she has!
Bill / Newsie
Bunsen / Ada / Scab
Bunsen / Ada / Scab
Mars Knight is a 13 year old that has previously performed with Brentwood Teen Theater in Wizard of Oz, Ghostlight in Frozen Jr., Adams Middle School in Honk and as Mrs. Darbus in High School Musical Jr. They would like to thank their family and Lucca.
Jack Kelly
Jack Kelly
Jack Kelly
Jesse Ray Manibusan, Jr. is ambitious, hardworking, and passionate in his areas of performance, particularly singing. He started performing in middle school, moving onto the LHS Playmakers, and now Brentwood Teen Theater. Jesse started as an ensemble in South Pacific before taking on roles such as Simba in Lion King Jr. (Middle School), A
Jesse Ray Manibusan, Jr. is ambitious, hardworking, and passionate in his areas of performance, particularly singing. He started performing in middle school, moving onto the LHS Playmakers, and now Brentwood Teen Theater. Jesse started as an ensemble in South Pacific before taking on roles such as Simba in Lion King Jr. (Middle School), Albert in Newsies (Middle School), most recently Gilbert in Hairspray (High School), and now Jack Kelly in Newsies Jr.
Medda
Jack Kelly
Jack Kelly
Leaf Muller is a 17 year old early high school graduate, and thrilled to be playing Medda in Newsies Jr.! Her previous roles range from live theater to recorded media. Outside of the stage, she's a hired artist for multiple projects, a professional voice actor, and an electric guitarist. She dedicates this show to her brother, who's bir
Leaf Muller is a 17 year old early high school graduate, and thrilled to be playing Medda in Newsies Jr.! Her previous roles range from live theater to recorded media. Outside of the stage, she's a hired artist for multiple projects, a professional voice actor, and an electric guitarist. She dedicates this show to her brother, who's birthday is on her opening night. She hopes you have as much fun as you do!
Katherine
Jack Kelly
Katherine
Franny Riccabona is a 16 year old 11th grader at Freedom. Though this is her first show with Brentwood Teen Theater, other previous roles include Gabriella (High School Musical), Jan (Grease), Scuttle (The Little Mermaid) and Mrs. Banks (Mary Poppins). Franny loves being with family, and playing her keyboard! She dedicates her performance to her grandfather Joe (Gramps), who was her biggest fan.
Les
Pigtails / Hannah
Katherine
Jenny Richardson is a 16-year-old sophomore at Clayton Valley Charter High School. This is their first show with Brentwood Teen Theater. They are very excited to be a part of the Newsies Jr. production as Les. Off Stage, Jenny enjoys painting and going to concerts.
Muriel / Ethel
Pigtails / Hannah
Pigtails / Hannah
Meghan Richardson is a 14 yr old, 8th grader at Bristow Middle School. She is so happy that theater is finally back. She has previously performed in Annie with BRT and has performed with BTT for several years. Tonight she is performing with several of her teachers and mentors. When not performing, she loves spending time with her horse Co
Meghan Richardson is a 14 yr old, 8th grader at Bristow Middle School. She is so happy that theater is finally back. She has previously performed in Annie with BRT and has performed with BTT for several years. Tonight she is performing with several of her teachers and mentors. When not performing, she loves spending time with her horse Conor and spending time at the ranch. She thanks her parents for always being there for her in time of need.
Pigtails / Hannah
Pigtails / Hannah
Pigtails / Hannah
Gabrielle (Belle) Ridenour is a theatre enthusiast from Arvada, Colorado. She is part of Liberty High School’s Playmakers and Brentwood Teen Theater, most recently performing as part of the ensemble cast of Hairspray. Belle one day hopes to play Cassie from her favorite Broadway musical A Chorus Line due to their shared love of dance. She is excited to take on the role of Pigtails in Newsies Jr.
Race
Weisel / Roosevelt
Snyder / Newsie
Deliana Rubio is an 18 year old 12th grader at Heritage High School. She has participated in previous Brentwood Teen Theater shows playing characters such as The Wicked Witch (The Wizard of Oz), and Mrs. Meers (Thoroughly Modern Millie). When offstage, she enjoys drawing or playing video games with friends. She is very excited to be playing Race in Newsies Jr. and hopes you enjoy the show!
Snyder / Newsie
Weisel / Roosevelt
Snyder / Newsie
Luke Strong is a 7th grader at Adams Middle School and has had a lot of fun on stage this year. He has played Ugly in Honk Jr., Troy in High School Musical Jr., and is looking forward to the role of the Lion in Wizard of Oz this summer. He is so excited to be a part of this production of Newsies Jr. with so many cool dance numbers and songs.
Weisel / Roosevelt
Weisel / Roosevelt
Weisel / Roosevelt
Aiden Webb-Allender is a 15 year old 10th grader at Vista Oaks Charter School. This will be his 7th performance at BTT. Some of his personal favorite roles of the past were The Rabbi (Fiddler On The Roof Jr.), Pinnochio (Shrek The Musical Jr.), and Hugo (Bye Bye Birdie Jr.). In his spare time, Aiden enjoys browsing the internet, chatting
Aiden Webb-Allender is a 15 year old 10th grader at Vista Oaks Charter School. This will be his 7th performance at BTT. Some of his personal favorite roles of the past were The Rabbi (Fiddler On The Roof Jr.), Pinnochio (Shrek The Musical Jr.), and Hugo (Bye Bye Birdie Jr.). In his spare time, Aiden enjoys browsing the internet, chatting with friends, listening to music, and walking around the house randomly. He is dedicating this performance to his mom and stepmom, all of his friends, especially his pals Sam and Dorian who are huge Newsies fans, and his girlfriend in Hawaii.
Crutchie
Police Officer / Newsie
Weisel / Roosevelt
Chloe Wesson is a 15 year old homeschooler who enjoys singing, acting, writing, media, and playing with her rats. Thus far she has appeared in several BTT shows such as their Shrek (Gingy), Wizard of Oz (Mayor Munchkin) and All Together Now! (Annie) but her favorite has definitely been Newsies Jr. (Crutchie.) She really hopes to brighten
Chloe Wesson is a 15 year old homeschooler who enjoys singing, acting, writing, media, and playing with her rats. Thus far she has appeared in several BTT shows such as their Shrek (Gingy), Wizard of Oz (Mayor Munchkin) and All Together Now! (Annie) but her favorite has definitely been Newsies Jr. (Crutchie.) She really hopes to brighten your day with a little positivity and a whole lot of musical magic. She thanks the audience members for being willing to come see the show; we won’t disappoint!
Oscar Delancey
Police Officer / Newsie
Police Officer / Newsie
Alejandro Zepeda is a sophomore at Vista Oaks Charter School. His favorite roles include Mr. MacAfee (Bye Bye Birdie), and Lesgles (Les Mis). Outside of theater, he likes to play video games and ride bikes. He dedicates this show to his siblings, because they are the reason that he is in theater.
Police Officer / Newsie
Police Officer / Newsie
Police Officer / Newsie
Felicia Zepeda is a 7th grader enrolled at Vista Oaks Charter School, and is 13 years old. Aside from theater, she likes music, reading, crocheting, and hanging out with her amazing family, to whom she is dedicating this show. She hopes you enjoy the show.
Morris Delancey
Police Officer / Newsie
Police Officer / Newsie
Salvador Zepeda is a 17 year old high school graduate who is the oldest of 5 siblings. He enjoys computers and literature and is planning to attend Los Medanos College the following school year. Sal began working in Brentwood Teen Theater in 2019 with the production Shrek Jr. and has gone on to perform often. After a brief hiatus during t
Salvador Zepeda is a 17 year old high school graduate who is the oldest of 5 siblings. He enjoys computers and literature and is planning to attend Los Medanos College the following school year. Sal began working in Brentwood Teen Theater in 2019 with the production Shrek Jr. and has gone on to perform often. After a brief hiatus during the 2020-2021 period, he returns in this production of Newsies Jr. When not on stage, he enjoys playing video games and volunteering at his local church. Sal wishes to dedicate his performance to his older cousin, Alonso Melgoza, who introduced Sal to theater.
Police Officer / Newsie
Police Officer / Newsie
Police Officer / Newsie
Vanessa Zepeda is enrolled at Vista Oaks Charter School, and is eleven years old. This is her first theater show. Outside of theater, she likes talking with friends, playing with her siblings, and loves dogs. She dedicates this show to her Brother Antonio and her Parents. She hopes you enjoy the show.
Pulitzer
Police Officer / Newsie
Pulitzer
Christopher Phalen loves to perform. Singing and acting are his true passion. He has worked onstage and off at Liberty High School, Ghostlight Theater Ensemble, Edna Middle School, The Performing Arts Youth Academy, Brentwood Theater Company, and Broadway Repertory Theater. This is his second role with Brentwood Teen Theater even though the last show didn’t get performed due to Covid.
Darcy
AND MANY THANKS TO OUR RAFFLE SPONSORS
Pulitzer
Masson Darden is a 12 year old that has recently moved to Brentwood. This is his first show with Brentwood Teen Theater and he is happy to play Darcy in this fun production of Newsies Jr. He wants to thank the Director for discovering him at his Mother's barbershop.
BIG THANK YOU!
AND MANY THANKS TO OUR RAFFLE SPONSORS
AND MANY THANKS TO OUR RAFFLE SPONSORS
We could not possibly do what we do without the help of some great folks. Our deepest thanks to all that donated their time to bring this production to the stage:
Elissa Trujillo - Props
Deborah Greene - Costumes
KC Patterson - Sound
Nick Cataldo - Lights
Jade Zulich - Tech
Beverly Richardson - Tickets
And all the parent volunteers that helped
We could not possibly do what we do without the help of some great folks. Our deepest thanks to all that donated their time to bring this production to the stage:
Elissa Trujillo - Props
Deborah Greene - Costumes
KC Patterson - Sound
Nick Cataldo - Lights
Jade Zulich - Tech
Beverly Richardson - Tickets
And all the parent volunteers that helped run the show to make it a success! Can't say it enough!
Thank you!
AND MANY THANKS TO OUR RAFFLE SPONSORS
AND MANY THANKS TO OUR RAFFLE SPONSORS
AND MANY THANKS TO OUR RAFFLE SPONSORS
We are lucky to have the support from local businesses that donated such great prizes for our raffle. Thank you to:
Carol Carey of BETTY'S BUNS - Gift Certificate for the best cinnamon rolls in town!
Beth Hoff Neal of HELLO COOKIE CO. - the cutest 4th of July themed cookie basket! Best cookies around!
Monica Gardiner of THE LUXE LOUNGE - l
We are lucky to have the support from local businesses that donated such great prizes for our raffle. Thank you to:
Carol Carey of BETTY'S BUNS - Gift Certificate for the best cinnamon rolls in town!
Beth Hoff Neal of HELLO COOKIE CO. - the cutest 4th of July themed cookie basket! Best cookies around!
Monica Gardiner of THE LUXE LOUNGE - luxurious hair products baskets!
Susan Knight of STARRY NITE STUDIOS - gift certificate for a session at their fun paint studio, where you can become an artist even if you can't paint!
Thank you all so much for your support!