A Salute to The Tonys at Williamson County Performing Arts Center
Dates: 10/25/2025 - 10/26/2025
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112 Everbright Avenue
Franklin, TN 37064
Phone: 6157860186
Tickets: $25.00 for Adults $20 for Seniors/Students
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Join us for an elegant evening featuring performances from Tony Award-winning musicals, performed by 32 of Williamson County's incredibly talented residents! Walk the red carpet and experience iconic songs, starring exceptional performers living right in our own backyard. Backed by live musicians, this original production will feature gems from 20 Tony award-winning musicals, including Fiddler on the Roof, Chicago, Annie, Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Thoroughly Modern Millie, and Dear Evan Hansen. This star-studded evening will also spotlight performances by two-time Tony-nominated actress, Laura Osnes, and award-winning singer-songwriter Renee Armand.
Cast and Creative Team for A Salute to The Tonys at Williamson County Performing Arts Center
Cast
Tarryn Aimée
is honored to be a part of A Salute To The Tonys! She enjoyed singing in Sweet Soul Music in April, making this her second show with the Williamson County PAC. Tarryn was named Multi-Genre Vocalist of the Year at the 2024 Josie Music Awards, and one of her original co-written holiday singles is featured in an upcoming movie. More importantly, she is a wife and mom of two kids and four dogs.
Maddie Amos
is excited to perform in A Salute to the Tonys! Past credits include chimney sweep (Mary Poppins), Veruca Salt (Willy Wonka), Luna (Realm of Revelry), Ariel (The Little Mermaid), and Mayzie (Seussical). Additionally, Maddie has performed The National Anthem for multiple events around Franklin. Maddie loves to cheer and enjoys crafting and baking. She thanks her family for their support.
Kay Ayers
is back on the WPAC’s stage, following her previous role as Mother Superior in Nunsense. She has become a cornerstone of middle Tennessee's theatre scene. She's starred as June (Good Night Oscar), Juror 8 (12 Angry Jurors), and Eleanor of Aquitaine (Lion In Winter). Her talents extend to regional films, national voiceovers including Weighting: My Life If It Were a Musical and various Veggie Tales.
Keeling Birdsong
is a 7th grader at Battle Ground Academy, has appeared in leading roles such as Fiona in Shrek, Regina George in Mean Girls, and Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins. A member of Ann Carroll School of Dance’s Musical Theatre Company, she has earned numerous regional and national awards and also performs with Expression City Theatre in Franklin. She aspires to one day perform on Broadway.
Sarah Jane Bowers
is thrilled to be part of tonight’s performance! She has an extensive performance background in sacred choral music and a lifelong love of musical theatre. Messiah University grad, proud wife to John, mother to Maia and Jackson, and active member of ClearView Baptist, where she leads preschool worship. For my beloved family and the music teachers who poured into me. Col.1:15-20
Kelsey Brodeur
is delighted to be a part of A Salute to the Tonys. Local credits include Guys and Dolls an Immersive Experience (Dance Captain, Mimi) w/ Franklin Theatrical Fellowship, Violet (Violet) w/ Nashville Repertory Theatre, and White Christmas (Judy) w/ Cumberland County Playhouse. She is a proud alumni of Syracuse University where she earned her BFA in Musical Theatre. Lots of love to her family!
Tommy Carreras
is delighted to be on the stage again as a part of A Salute to the Tonys! Past Credits include You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Charlie Brown), Songs for a New World (Man 1), Anne of Green Gables (Gilbert Blythe), and Once Upon a Mattress (Minstrel). Offstage, Tommy is a proud father of 3 wonderful kids, is married to Lauren, and works as a freelance Strategy Consultant.
Carly Clo
is so excited to be a part of Salute to the Tonys portraying Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof! She grew up in Williamson County and recently got a BFA in Musical Theatre from Millikin University. Her recent credits include Something Rotten (ensemble), Ripper the Musical (swing and dance captain). She would like to send her love to her friends and family for all the support and enjoy the show!
Shawn Davis
Shawn Davis is excited to join the Williamson County Performing Arts Center again in the Salute to the Tonys! show. He first joined the team earlier in 2025 as a cast member in the Sweet Soul Music! Shawn is a mechanical engineer and enjoys running, snow skiing, and spending time with his family.
Carrie Estes
is deeply grateful for this opportunity to return to her passion. Currently Fine Arts Director at Grace Christian Academy, she loves using her God-given talents to inspire young artists. Past credits include (Caroline) Nashville, (Hero Mom) CMT Pepsi commercial, (Extraordinary Girl) American Idiot. Above all, her greatest joy is being wife and momma to her three boys.
Emme Golightly
is thrilled to take part in her favorite pastime: performing for an audience! She has participated in Williamson County’s youth community productions since 2022. Her favorite roles so far have been Dory (Finding Nemo) and Scat Cat (The Aristocats). Emme loves her cat and is grateful for the opportunity to enjoy learning so much about theater so close to her home.
Lyla Grenvicz
is so excited to be a part of A Salute to the Tonys! Past credits include Matilda (Miss Honey), High School Musical (Gabriella Montez), and The Music Man (Maud Dunlop). When she’s not on stage, Lyla enjoys spending time with her friends. She wants to thank her family and friends for their support, and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Jennifer Guilmette
is honored to join A Salute to the Tonys! Favorite roles include Audrey (Little Shop of Horrors), Sandy (Grease), and Mary (The Secret Garden). Offstage, she’s a healthcare consultant who loves painting and playing soccer. She dedicates this performance with love to her family and friends—especially her dad (her biggest inspiration & fan), mom, Will, Sophie, Joan, and Jayson.
Rylee Heinz
is overjoyed to join the cast of A Salute to the Tonys! Past productions include The Addams Family and Beauty and the Beast. While offstage, you can find Rylee singing in her High School choir, swimming, or participating in school clubs and community activities. She thanks her family and friends, and hopes you enjoy the show!
Ally Ivey
is beyond excited to perform in A Salute to the Tonys! After 15 years as a professional performer, she now serves on the team at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center, combining her love for theatre with her passion for community. Ally sends big thanks to her partner Jeff, her sweet pups Ducky and Lewis, and the incredible cast for making this experience so special.
Rebekah Jagger
is so excited to be performing in A Salute to the Tonys! Her past shows have included Hello Dolly (Dolly), Fiddler on the Roof (Golde), and Footloose (Rusty). Outside of theater, Rebekah is working towards her nursing degree and enjoys baking and decorating. She wants to thank the directing team and her friends and family for their support and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Jazz Johnson
is ecstatic to be part of A Salute to the Tony's. Her professional credits include A Christmas Carol, Busy Town Live, Sweet Soul Music, and the children's television show Tune Time. When not performing, she is choreographing musicals, teaching fitness and dance classes, reading, and writing songs and poetry. She would like to thank her mom and dad for all their love and support.
Kelsey Johnson
is an 11-year-old 6th grader at Grace Christian Academy. She has performed with Out of the Box, CYT Nashville, and GCA, with favorite roles including Veruca (Willy Wonka), Nigel (Finding Nemo), and Miss Hannigan (Annie). Kelsey loves singing, acting, and volleyball, and is grateful to her family, friends, and God for their support.
Dan Jones
is excited to step on stage with this talented cast, band, and crew after previously serving as stage manager for PAC favorites What the World Needs Now and Sweet Soul Music. A longtime Franklin resident, Dan moved to Nashville in the 80s to perform as a singer and dancer at Opryland USA and has since worked in leadership training and church ministry. He thanks Victoria Reid for inviting him to leap from behind the curtain to center stage!
Olivia Kranish
is humbled to be a part of A Salute to the Tonys! Her stage experiences include Beetlejuice (Sky), Alice in Wonderland (Friend 1), A Christmas Carol (ensemble), Annie (ensemble), as well as being part of FBAA, taking part in solo and group projects, including appearances at the Ryman and Margaritaville on Broadway in Nashville.
Lauren Lichac
is a lyric coloratura soprano who has trained classically for over 12 years and performed since childhood. She made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2016 and was named “Singer of the Year” at IMTA in 2021. Favorite roles include Eliza Doolittle (My Fair Lady), Ella (Cinderella), and Johanna Barker (Sweeney Todd). Love and gratitude to her parents and friends who have become family.
Ted Meek
is a seasoned musician thrilled to join A Salute to the Tonys. A skilled guitarist and pianist, Ted channels the spirit of Johnny Cash through authentic, heartfelt performances. Ted has been performing music from The Million Dollar Quartet for 2 decades. He is grateful to his family for their continued love and support throughout his musical journey.
Maci Milan
is grateful to be a part of The Salute to the Tony’s! Past notable performances include singing God Bless America at Nissan Stadium for nearly 70k at the Music City Bowl. She was recently cast in the upcoming performance of Sister Act for the Nashville Repertory Theater at TPAC. When she isn’t performing, she’s baking THE BEST espresso cupcakes, learning Korean and dancing.
Rebecca Radock
is an actor and teaching artist with over a decade of international experience. She trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and has worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company, Walt Disney World Entertainment, and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Stage credits include The Merchant of Venice (Portia), Twelfth Night (Olivia), and TV’s The Bold and the Beautiful.
Carmen Sanchez
is so excited to be a part of A Salute to the Tonys! At just 6 years old, Carmen was a part of Mary Poppins Jr (honey bee, clerk, ensemble). She won 1st place at the Sing Your Heart Out 2024 and Shine Your Light 2025 singing competitions. She loves to solo at FBAA, as well as taking piano lessons. She is a part of the WCPAC Little Stars program. She loves her family, especially her 4 sisters.
Stephanie Smith
is a business owner, single mom of four, artist, foodie, and lifelong music lover. She studied classical voice, opera in NYC, and jazz at the Nashville Jazz Workshop. Stephanie has performed with Nashville bandleader Stephan Forbus and appeared at the Tornado Room and Kimbro’s. When not performing, she runs Stephanie Smith Skin Care in Franklin.
Ann Marie Sweere
is a versatile singer with passion for Big Band Era music. From South Dakota, she sang nightly with The Medora Musical, then award-winning jazz groups at Northern Colorado University, The Voices of Liberty at Disney EPCOT, The Old Dominion Opry, Opryland's General Jackson. She's appeared with Street Theatre, backed Elvis tributes with The Jordanaires, tours with American Floyd.
Camilla Torres
is excited to perform for Salute to The Tonys! Her past performances include Beauty & The Beast Jr (townsperson), Frozen kids (Kristoff), Aladdin kids (cave guard), and upcoming Elf Jr. Camilla also loves reading, playing with her dog and little brother, and making arts and crafts. She would like to thank her parents for helping her find her voice!
Kelly Jean Torres
is excited to perform in A Salute to the Tonys! A lifelong performer, she’s recorded original music, performed with a Chicago wedding band, & toured to Denmark with Nashville Nights. Offstage, she’s the author of Saving the Lost Girl: A Memoir of Healing, and she loves baking and being Mom to Camilla and Luca. Endless thanks to her husband Eric and kids for their love & support.
Jenny Van Valkenburg
is proud to have Franklin as her hometown where she grew up singing at the Grassland Schools. She earned her first theater credits including Gifts of The Magi (Della) and Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown) at FHS. She currently performs with Amy Grant & Vince Gill at their annual Christmas at the Ryman residency. She loves improv comedy and homemade popcorn.
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