Meet the Cast of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella!
Rei Akazawa-Smith
Ensemble
Rei is thrilled to be making her Fulton debut in Cinderella! Her credits include The King and I (Eliza; Walnut Street Theater), Taylor 2, and Paul Taylor Dance Company. While with T2/PTDC, she toured nationally in 37 states and internationally in Bermuda. Originally from Tokyo Japan, she began her ballet training in the style of Royal Academy of Dance, and holds a BFA in Dance from Marymount Manhattan College.
Megan Nicole Arnoldy
Ensemble, u/s Stepmother
Megan is overjoyed to be performing at the Fulton again! Fulton: Mamma Mia! (Tanya) Las Vegas: Jersey Boys (Lorraine). National Tour: The Drowsy Chaperone. Regional: The Walnut Street Theatre. Human Race Theatre. Ogunquit Playhouse. Ahmanson Theatre. Tuacahn Center for the Arts. Marriott Theatre. Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Sacramento Music Circus. Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera. BFA Musical Theatre – Penn State. Immensely grateful to Marc and Joey! For Grace and Matthew.
Michaela Bolt
Ensemble, u/s Cinderella
Michaela is so excited to be back at the Fulton! Most recently seen here as Nicola in Kinky Boots. Also appeared in: Disney’s Newsies, Footloose (Wendy Jo) and Shrek The Musical (Fiona). Michaela thanks Marc for bringing her back “home” to work with this incredible cast! Other: Michaela has visited over 30 countries while lead vocalist of two different cruise lines, performed at North Shore Music Theatre (Hairspray), and has been in more than ten productions at Maine State Music Theatre. Favorites include: Young Frankenstein, Sister Act, 42nd Street, and Disney’s Mary Poppins. When Michaela is not on stage she supports herself as an entrepreneur in the beauty industry of skincare and makeup. Love and thanks to Mom, Dad, Maria, Alex & family for their continued love and support. michaelabolt.com / Insta: @MichaelaBolt
Jonathan Bryant
Ensemble
Jonathan is beyond thrilled to return to Lancaster for the Fulton’s Cinderella! He is a graduate from The University of Alabama, and is from Huntsville, AL. Recent credits include: Angel, Kinky Boots (Fulton) Ensemble, Peter Pan (Fulton), Ensemble/Scarecrow u/s, Wizard of Oz (Maine State Music Theatre); Ensemble/Cornelius u/s, Hello Dolly (MSMT); Johnny Casino/Ensemble, Grease (MSMT/The Public); Ensemble/Waiter, 42ndStreet (Bucks County Playhouse); Race, Newsies (Red Mountain); Riff, West Side Story (The Prizery); Jonathan would like to thank Marc and the rest of the Fulton team for treating him like family. He also sends all the love and gratitude to his friends and family for loving him. @jbstar002
Almi Cambridge
Ensemble
Almi is thrilled to be making her Fulton debut in Cinderella! She recently graduated from James Madison University where she received her BA in Musical Theatre. Favorite credits include Godspell, Side Show, Parade, and Hairspray. She would like to thank the entire Fulton team for this opportunity. Many thanks as well to her family and friends for all their love and support! almicambridge.com
Anneliza Canning-Skinner
Fairy Godmother
“Liza” is a graduate from the University of Michigan (2017.) Her Credits include Star-To-Be in Annie (Papermill Playhouse), Meretsegre/ Five in Revival: The Resurrection of Son House World Premiere (Geva Theater Center), Leisl Von Trapp in The Sound of Music (Alabama Shakespeare Theater), ensemble in Jesus Christ Superstar (The Muny), Medda Larkin in Newsies, Dynamite in Hairspray (Music Theater Wichita), Sarah Ryan in Sonata 1962 (New York Musical Festival), Ariana the Islander/ Ensemble in Afloat (Women’s Theater Project: Pipeline Festival in NYC), and Sarah in Ragtime (Playmaker’s Repertory Co. in Chapel Hill, North Carolina) Much Love and gratitude to Liza’s Representation (Darlene Kaplan, HCKR, KMR), her families, Keisha and Delsa, friends, and her mi amor, Esther. support: www.AnnElizaCS.com @annelizacs Instagram Handle
Daniella Dalli
Stepmother
It is an absolute dream come true to be back home on The Fulton Theatre stage! This is Daniella’s 14th production at The Fulton! You may remember her from her portrayals of Eponine in Les Miserables (2009), Irene Molloy in Hello, Dolly!, or The Lady of the Lake in Spamalot!. Daniella was most recently in the closing company of The Phantom of the Opera US Tour as a swing and Madame Giry Understudy. Daniella resides in McKinney, TX with her loving husband Franklin Navarro and their sweet beagle Charlie, and works full-time as a voice over artist in her custom built home studio. Website: www.danielladalli.com IG: @danielladalli
Gina De Pool
Ensemble
Gina is a native of South Florida and graduated from The Boston Conservatory with a BFA in Dance. She is thrilled to be spending the Holiday season at The Fulton. Regional: The Muny (On Your Feet) Starlight Theater (On Your Feet) Milwaukee Repertory Theater (West Side Story) Speakeasy Stage company (In The Heights) Movie: In The Heights (Warner Brothers 2021) Isn’t It Romantic (Warner Brothers 2019). Thank you to my family and friends for their endless support.
Nathaniel Hackmann
King Maximillian
Nathaniel is a singer and actor of international renown. He has been seen on stage in some of the repertoire’s most demanding roles with many of the world’s greatest orchestras and most prestigious companies. He has portrayed Jean Valjean and Javert in Les Miserables on Broadway, as well as the titular roles in Jekyll and Hyde and The Hunchback Of Notre Dame. He has toured across North America in Beauty and the Beast and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. For the BBC Proms he appeared as Curly with John Wilson Orchestra in the acclaimed production of Oklahoma! As a member of the prestigious Merola Opera Program at San Francisco Opera, Hackmann appeared as Raul in the world premiere of Thomas Pasatieri’s The Hotel Casablanca. Mr. Hackmann has appeared with such companies as Hong Kong Philharmonic, Michigan Opera Theater, Opera Theater of Saint Louis, and Virginia Opera. Nathaniel Hackmann holds a BM and MM in vocal performance from Central Michigan University. Twitter- @n8hackmann Instagram- n8hackmann
Nicole Hackmann
Queen Constantina
Nicole is so excited to be a part of this great company! When she’s not wearing her actor hat, Nicole is the Fulton’s Director of Advancement and Government Relations and has the joy of fundraising for this amazing institution. She holds a BM (voice) from Loyola, New Orleans, and MM (voice) from UT Knoxville. Favorite regional credits include Eliza Doolittle, My Fair Lady, Guinevere, Camelot, Anna, The King and I, Mother, Ragtime and the title role in Mary Poppins. Her MOST favorite roles are wife to Nathaniel and mommy to Alexander. Happy Holidays!
Blake Hammond
Lionel
Blake is excited to be making his Fulton Theatre debut with this beautiful production of Cinderella! Broadway: Living on Love, First Date, Sister Act, Elf, Billy Elliot, The Lion King, Hairspray, The Music Man, Kiss Me Kate, On The Town. Off-Broadway: When Pigs Fly, Carnival, Do Re Mi (Encores). National Tours: Hello Dolly, Something Rotten, Cinderella, The Addams Family, Joseph…Dreamcoat. Some favorite Regional include: The Producers (Joseph Jefferson Nomination), At Wit’s End (Carbonell and Chicago After Dark Awards, Joseph Jefferson Nomination), When Pigs Fly (LA Drama Critic’s Award) and Grumpy Old Men (US Premiere). Numerous Film and TV credits including award winning web series Then We Got Help (Indy Soap Award).
Hannah Hunt
Ensemble, u/s Joy
Hannah is thrilled to make her Fulton debut in Cinderella! Recent University of Oklahoma grad. Regional: Footloose at the Rev; Grease, Catch Me If You Can, The Pajama Game, Peter and the Starcatcher at New London Barn Playhouse; Billy Elliot, Big Fish at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma; Songs for a New World, Legally Blonde, Into the Woods, Grand Hotel at the University of Oklahoma. A huge thank you to her agents at DGRW, her incredible family, God and the opportunity to create live theatre in front of a live audience again. LINK ‘21 @hannahmhunt_
Carlos Jimenez
Ensemble
Carlos is pleased to be performing again and even more thrilled for a chance to perform at The Fulton Theatre. Credits include – Broadway: West Side Story (Shark Swing, The Broadway Theatre), Regional: Escape to Margaritaville (Dance Captain/Ensemble) West Side Story (Chino/Bernardo U/S, Milwaukee Rep. Theatre), In The Heights (Ensemble/Sonny U/S, Mason Street Warehouse), West Side Story (Ensemble, Maltz Jupiter Theatre). Carlos would especially like to thank his parents and his best friends for always reminding him of his talents and worth and for keeping him grounded and inspired during the pandemic.
Kevin Lacey
Ensemble
Kevin is an Atlanta native that is thrilled to be in Lancaster, making his Fulton Theatre debut! He holds a BFA in Music Theatre from Elon University, and most recently, he spent some time bringing “Broadway to Brunswick” at Maine State Music Theatre in The Rocky Horror Show (Dr. Frank-N-Furter) and Shrek Jr. (Donkey)! Other credits include Joseph and the… Dreamcoat (Judah), Macbeth (Banquo), Damn Yankees (Van Buren), and the ensembles of Elon University’s American Idiot and Once on this Island. He’d like to thank God for blessing him with another opportunity to share his voice. He’d also like to thank his family and friends for constantly supporting him and continuously encouraging him to grow. Romans 8:18. www.kevin-lacey.com
Maggie McCown
Ensemble
Maggie is thrilled to be making her Fulton debut in Cinderella! She was recently seen at Maine State Music Theatre in The Rocky Horror Show (Magenta), Shrek (Gingy), Beauty and the Beast, and Welcome Home. Other credits include West Side Story (Velma), Mamma Mia!, Newsies at Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre; Hairspray (Brenda), Mamma Mia! at City Springs Theatre Company; A Chorus Line (Sheila Bryant) at Virginia Samford Theatre; Memphis at Red Mountain Theatre Company. She graduated from The University of Alabama with a double major in Musical Theatre and Dance. Roll Tide! Huge thanks to Marc, Curt, and Ben. So much love to her friends and family! maggiemccown.com
Mateo Melendez
Ensemble
From his mother’s dance studio and b-boy cyphers in CT, to receiving a BFA in Dance from the University of Hartford and performing on stages across the country and the world, Mateo has been dancing all his life. After graduating from college, Mateo joined the dance crew iLuminate as they toured their off-Broadway show Artist of Light to Malaysia, Hong Kong, and across the US. Next he joined RWS Entertainment Group on Holland America Cruise Lines, and began his musical theatre career shortly after. Credits include The Fulton Theatre (Newsies, Guys and Dolls), Maine State Music Theatre (Newsies), Broadway at Music Circus in Sacramento (Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Newsies), and finally Beetlejuice: The Musical at The Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway.
Alex Hayden Miller
Ensemble (D/C)
Alex received his BFA in musical theatre from the University of Michigan in 2016. After graduation he moved to New York City to pursue a career as an actor, singer, dancer. Notable credits include West Side Story (Action) Milwaukee Rep, Mamma Mia! (Eddie) The Fulton Theatre, Newsies (Morris Delancey) The Muny and most recently, Fun Home (Roy/Pete/Mark/Bobby Jeremy) here at the Fulton. Beyond his on stage work, he was given the opportunity to work as a director, when he staged his first show while attending University of Michigan entitled Freshmen Showcase and assisted the director of the off-Broadway play Ferguson with Jerry Dixon. These opportunities guided him to pursue a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Leadership with an Arts Administration Focus, 2021. While finishing this degree he began his choreography career when he was given the opportunity to create 4 shows (A Soldier’s Tale, Together We Celebrate, Fun Home, and now Cinderella) here at the Fulton. Alex would like to thank his Mom, Dad and Elle for their unconditional support; Matt and DGRW for always believing in him and Marc Robin for the wonderful gift that is the Fulton Theatre. (Insta-@thejacktapper) Thunder Up and Go Blue!
Carolyn Anne Miller
Stepsister Joy
Carolyn is so happy and emotional that words can’t describe how thrilled she is to be back with her Fulton family and on its beautiful stage! You’ve most recently seen her in The Fulton’s Peter Pan as Wendy Darling in 2019. Other credits include NYC: Take Me To The World, starring Tituss Burgess (Carnegie Hall). Regional: The Wizard of Oz (Dorothy – MSMT), Frozen (Anna – DCL), Betty Blue Eyes (Veronica Allardyce – North American Premier – MTW), Roll On! A New Musical (Cheri Johnson – Roll On! Productions). Film: Love Outbreak (Charity – Wait For Me Media). So much love and thanks to Mom, Dad, Lance, Marc, Ben, Daisy, Avalon Artists, and the love of my life Matthew. THANK YOU for coming back to the Theatre!! @carolynannemilleractor
Jonathan Mousset
Christopher
Jonathan is thrilled to be making his Fulton Theatre debut! He holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Theatre from Florida State University. As a child of Venezuelan immigrants, he’s been singing and dancing salsa since he discovered he had legs. Favorite credits include Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli) at Ogunquit Playhouse and North Shore Music Theatre, In the Heights (Usnavi) Dir. Luis Salgado , Newsies (Jack Kelly) at the Fireside Theatre. Jonathan is a recording artist who recently launched his self-produced debut record One Take: A Jazz Album, now streaming on all music platforms. Many thanks to all my friends and family. You know who you are! Follow along on IG: @itsjonathanmoussetnyc and Twitter: @caramel_mousse.
Manna Nichols
Cinderella
Broadway/Tour: Allegiance, The King & I (Tuptim); Regional/Off-Broadway: My Fair Lady (Eliza Doolittle; Arena Stage), The Music Man (Marian Paroo; Arizona Theatre Company), Guys & Dolls (Sarah Brown; Goodspeed), South Pacific (Liat; Guthrie), Austen’s Pride (Jane Bennet; 5th Avenue), Miss Saigon (Kim; Walnut/Fulton/Kansas City Starlight), Les Miserables (Eponine; Pioneer/Maine State), King & I (Tuptim; Walnut/North Shore), Tokio Confidential (Sachiko; Atlantic Theatre), Death for Five Voices (Maria D’Avalos; Prospect Theatre), Allegro (Beulah/Emily; APAC), Sense & Sensibility (Marianne Dashwood; Virginia Stage Company). Film: Cold Pursuit (Minya), Disney’s Live Action Beauty & the Beast (vox). Concert Work: Fort Wayne Philharmonic Guest Soloist, USO Show Troupe. For my family. Love to my real life Prince, Lawrence! www.MannaNichols.com @manna_nichols
Brian Padgett
Ensemble, u/s Lionel
Brian first fell in love with Lancaster and the Fulton when he played Mr. Braithwaite in Billy Elliot. He is BEYOND grateful to be returning for this magical show! Cinderella was Brian’s first high school musical…so this feels like a full-circle fairy tale! Favorite credits include: Beauty and the Beast (Cogsworth), Hairspray (Edna), Joseph…(Napthali/Baker), Hello, Dolly!(Rudolph/Ensemble), White Christmas (Snoring Man, Zeke), 42nd Street (Bert Barry) and the Broadway tours of ELF: the musical and The Drowsy Chaperone… among many more. Huge thanks to Marc and ALL of the Fulton staff! Love to my family and friends and thank YOU for supporting live theatre! Psalms 46:10. For Dad.
Austin Phillips
Ensemble
Austin is a multi-hyphenate artist making his Fulton Theatre debut in Cinderella. A southern boy who now lives in New York City, Austin is a recent graduate of The University of Alabama with his degree in Musical Theatre. Regional credits include Williamstown Theatre Festival (Alien/Nation) and Tent Theatre (Grease, Catch Me if You Can). Austin has also served as the Executive Performance Intern for the Broadway Dreams Foundation for 6 years and thanks his friends, family, and mentors for all the love & support. The Link Program. @austinphillips
Aaron Pottenger
Ensemble, u/s King
Aaron is beyond thrilled to make his debut on The Fulton Theatre Stage! Recent Regional Credits include : Lo in Grumpy Old Men, and Beauty and the Beast at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre! Other credits include: Benny Southstreet in Guys and Dolls, Featured ensemble in Ragtime, Chef Louis in The Little Mermaid and El Gallo in The Fantasticks. Aaron was also featured in Jonah and Miracle of Christmas at Sight and Sound Theatres! Without the faithfulness of God none of this would be possible for Aaron. Thank you to the Fulton Theatre for making another dream come true. Special thanks to his Mother, Sister, Family and best friends for their never ending love and support. IG : ImAaronPottenger
Commodore C. Primous III
Ensemble
Commodore is thrilled to be working with the Fulton Theatre on their production of Cinderella! A 2020 graduate of the University of Michigan’s BFA Musical Theatre Program, he’s performed regionally at venues such as the Muny and Music Theatre Wichita. Some of his favorite credits include Hairspray (Seaweed), The Pirates of Penzance (The Pirate King), and Tarzan (Terk). Beyond performing, he also has a deep seated passion for the creative arts, such as songwriting and choreography. He hopes you will enjoy tonight’s show, and as always, Go Blue!
Melaina Rairamo
Ensemble, u/s Fairy Godmother
Melaina is thrilled to be back at The Fulton Theatre: Mamma Mia, Madagascar. Maine State Music Theatre: I Love a Piano, Beauty and the Beast, Saturday Night Fever, Singing in the Rain, Bye Bye Birdie. The Guthrie Theater: A Christmas Carol and Cabaret* (production cancelled due to COVID 19). The Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, The Music Man. “All my love to Jack.” melainacoreyrairamo.com
Kalen Robinson
Stepsister Grace
Kalen is a DMV based actress from Atlanta, GA. She received her BFA in Musical Theatre at Howard University. She is very excited to be making her Fulton Theatre debut! She was most recently seen as Deb/Mrs. Claus in Elf: the Musical at Toby’s Dinner Theatre in Columbia, MD. Her regional theatre credits include: Spring Awakening (Thea) at Round House Theatre and Grease (Jan) and Godspell (swing) at Toby’s Dinner Theatre. Her film credits include: From Cinders to Ella (Ella) at Adventure Theatre. She thanks God and her supportive family for helping her every step of her career! ◆ IG: k_nicole143 ◆ Facebook and YouTube: Kalen Robinson
Hannah Schreer
Ensemble, u/s Grace
Hannah is thrilled to be a part of this magical show! She is a recent grad of Florida State University and has spent her summers at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts. Credits include Chicago (June/dance captain), Guys and Dolls (Hot Box Girl), and Saturday Night Fever (Maria Huerta). Endless thanks to the cast and crew of Cinderella, Gayle, CESD, Sergio, LINK, and of course, her parents. Mom – this one’s for you.
Hal Yudof
Ensemble
Hal could not be more thrilled to be a part of this production of Cinderella, as well as to return home to the Fulton after being away for over a decade. He has been seen in previous Fulton productions such as Rudy in Hello Dolly, Mr. Hunter in Treasure Island, and Lazar Wolf in Fiddler On The Roof. Hal has also performed locally at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theater as well as many Regional Theatres and National Tours. As always, Hal dedicates his performance to his children Sadie and Dovev. He would also like to extend a very sincere thank you to Marc, and Joey. He also thanks Dr. Hermansen and the team at Downtown Family medicine, without whom he would not be here today.