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Into The Woods at Univ Of Mississippi-dept Of Theatre Arts

Dates: 11/4/2022 - 11/6/2022

📍 Theatre:
Univ Of Mississippi-dept Of Theatre Arts


351 University Ave
Oxford, MS 38655


Univ Of Mississippi -Fulton Chapel

 

 

What happens after Happily Ever After, after all? In Sondheim and Lapine’s beloved musical retelling of the Grimm classics, a parade of familiar folktale figures find their way “Into the Woods” and try to get home before dark—under the guidance of Mark Lamos, who dazzled us with A Little Night Music in 2008.

Cast and Creative Team for Into The Woods at Univ Of Mississippi-dept Of Theatre Arts

Cast

Cooper Thorpe
Mysterious Man/Narrator
Cooper Thorpe is a sophomore in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program from Atoka, TN, and he has been performing in shows since he was in 6th grade at Tipton-Rosemark Academy. When asked, "What drew you to theatre initially?" in a recent interview, he responded, "Who are you?" and "Get out of my house." He is a Gemini.
Kaylee Williams
Cinderella
Kaylee Williams is from Ocean Springs, MS and has performed since she was little, over the years she has fallen in love with stagecraft and management and all the things that go into making a show run! She hasn't been onstage in quite a while, but she is ready to go for Into the Woods! She just has one last thing to say: "Hi family! Can you see me yet?!"
Maxwell Glasser
Jack
Maxwell Glasser is a sophomore in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. Max made his professional theatre debut this summer with the 85th company of The Lost Colony in Manteo, NC. Max also appeared in UM's performances of Hazel and Legally Blonde. He would like to thank his parents, family, and friends for their constant and overwhelming support.
Kaitlyn Clayton
Jack's Mother
Kaitlyn Clayton is a junior in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. Previous mainstage shows include Legally Blonde as a pit singer and Romeo & Juliet as an understudy. She is also involved in Ghostlight Repertory Theatre, where she was recently seen in Scab. Kaitlyn would like to thank her friends, family, and pet bird for all their support
The Baker
Jacob Heuer
Jacob Heuer is a senior in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. He was born in Little Rock, AR, but was raised in Oxford. He has appeared in several UM productions, including Legally Blonde, Little Women, Boeing Boeing, and Urinetown. Jacob would like to thank his family and friends for all their support throughout the years as he chases his dreams.
Reese Overstreet
The Baker's Wife
Reese Overstreet is a senior in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. Most recently, Overstreet played Pilar in Legally Blonde. She worked this summer for Missoula Children's Theatre and will be directing her third Ghostlight Repertory Theatre project in the spring. She currently serves as APO President and as a UM College of Liberal Arts Ambassador.
Olivia Limbaugh
Cinderella's Stepmother
Olivia Limbaugh, from St. Louis, MO, is a sophomore in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. Next spring, she will appear in Polaroid Stories and Little Shop of Horrors. Other credits include Dreaming Green at UM and Chicago, Spring Awakening, and Amelie. She would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her all of these years. Enjoy the show!
Kaitlin Orsega
Florinda
Kaitlyn Orsega is a sophomore from Peachtree City, GA, and is thrilled to be in Into the Woods. She is a part of the Chinese Flagship Program and is double majoring in marketing and chinese. Her love for theatre stemmed in her hometown, where she appeared in Descendants, All Shook Up, and Zombie Prom. Kaitlin would like to thank friends and family for their support!
Samantha Turner
Lucinda
Samantha Turner is a senior pursuing her BFA Acting in Stage & Screen. She is the Artistic Director for Ghostlight Repertory Theatre and has been previously seen in the UM's productions of Urinetown and Legally Blonde. She would like to thank her friends, family, and pets for their never-ending support
Morgan Yhap
Little Red Riding Hood
Morgan Yhap is a senior in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. She is originally from Dallas, TX, and has been a part of several University of Mississippi productions, such as Legally Blonde and Into the Woods. Morgan would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support.
Leah Blevins
The Witch
Leah Blevins is a senior from Jackson in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. She is the president of UMprov and an alumna of Kappa Delta sorority. She was last seen in UM's Legally Blonde. She would like to thank her family, friends, and Candy Crush for supporting her, even when she's a witch ;).
Maggie House
Cinderella’s Mother/Granny
Maggie House is a Junior in the BF A Acting for Stage & Screen program. This is her first time appearing in a mainstage show, and she has loved every minute. She would like to thank her family, friends, and castmates for their love and support.
Don Waller
Cinderella’s Prince/The Wolf
Don Waller is a junior in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. Don previously played Warner in Legally Blonde and is excited to be playing Cinderella's Prince in Into the Woods.
Parker Viator
Rapunzel’s Prince
Parker Viator is a senior from Hattiesburg studying music and theatre. This summer, he worked as a casting assistant under Emmy Award-winning casting directors at NBCUniversal in New York. He was last seen as Emmett in UM's Legally Blonde. He would like to thank his family and friends for their continuous support.
Reese Anderson
Rapunzel
Reese Anderson is a junior from Jackson studying English, theatre, and museum studies. She was most recently seen as Brooke Wyndham in UM's production of Legally Blonde.
John Douglas
Cinderella’s Father
John is a senior from Boynton Beach, FL, pursuing a BFA in graphic design with a minor in theatre arts. He plays Cinderella's Father in Into the Woods!
Wyatt Wilson
Steward
Wyatt Wilson is a senior from Madison in the BA Theatre Arts program with a minor in psychology. This is his first appearance in a UM production; next spring he will appear in Little Shop of Horrors and Polaroid Stories. He has worked crew for previous shows, including Legally Blonde and Hazel. Wyatt would like to thank family and friends for their support.
Myah Harper
Milky White Puppeteer
Myah Harper is a senior in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. You may have recently seen her as June in Into the Breeches! She is excited to try her hand at puppeteering and is so thankful for this opportunity. She would like to thank her parents and Jim Henson for inspiring her to take on the role of Milky White; it's a dream come true!
Esther Cloyd
Voice of the Giant
Esther Cloyd is a junior from Ocean Springs in the BFA Acting for Stage & Screen program. You may have seen her last season as Enid in Legally Blonde or, more recently, as Winifred Snow in Into the Breeches! She can't wait for you to see the beautiful story we have come together to tell you!

Creative Team

Dan Stearns
Director
Joe Jackson
Choreographer
Ava Greer
Costume Designer
Sakura Marter
Stage Manager
Matthew A. Stephens
Music Director

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Univ Of Mississippi-dept Of Theatre Arts

351 University Ave
Oxford, MS 38655

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