BWW Stage Mag One Hit Wonderful! - Williamson County Performing Arts Center Stage Mag

One Hit Wonderful!

at
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center
 
 
Written & Directed
by
Victoria Reed
 
 
Starring
 
Larry Aberman
Tarryn Aimee
Chase Arocha
Jennifer Guilmette
Jay Hagen
 
Miracle Ham
Scott Hearn
Elena Victoria Kranish
Craig Robinson
 
Ashley Strella
Jimmy Sullivan
Aaron Tessis
Ross Walters
Trevor Willoughby

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Cast

Larry Aberman
Drums
Tarryn Aimée
Vocalist/Guitar
Chase Arocha
Vocalist/Lead Guitar
Jennifer Guilmette
Vocalist/Dancer
Jay Hagen
Trumpet/ Vocals
Miracle Ham
MC/Vocalist
Scott Hearn
Trombone
Elena Victoria Kranish
Vocalist
Craig Robinson
MC/Vocalist
Ashley Strella
Vocalist/Dancer
Jimmy Sullivan
Bass/BGV
Aaron Tessis
Vocalist/Guitarist
Ross Walters
Woodwinds/Harmonica/BGV
Trevor Willoughby
Piano/Synth

Meet the Company

Larry Aberman

Drums
Larry Aberman - Drums

Larry Aberman is a Grammy Award-winning drummer and percussionist. He has performed and recorded with artists including Nile Rodgers, Stevie Ray and Jimmie Vaughan, David Lee Roth, Wynton Marsalis, Cirque du Soleil and Foreigner. He is currently the director of BOOMTECH, the drum set and percussion department at Trevecca Nazarene University. Based in Nashville, he continues to record and perform for artists around the world.

Tarryn Aimée

Vocalist/Guitar
Tarryn Aimée - Vocalist/Guitar

Tarryn Aimée (pronounced “Em- AY”) is an award-winning singer-songwriter who performs and writes songs in a variety of genres, from country and pop to jazz.   In addition to winning Multi-Genre Vocalist Of The Year at the Josie Music Awards, Tarryn has been a winner in the International Acoustic Music Awards and the Holiday Music and Film Awards.  Several of her original songs have been recorded by Grammy and Dove-nominated artists, and one of her Christmas originals was placed in a holiday movie last year.  The multi-instrumentalist has played music regularly at many surrounding area venues, including the Opryland Hotel, Pucketts Restaurants, and Rock City Gardens, and she always loves being a part of the shows at WCPAC (past shows are Sweet Soul Music and A Salute To The Tony’s).   Tarryn enjoys spending time with her two daughters and husband of 20 years.  
 

Chase Arocha

Vocalist/Lead Guitar
Chase Arocha - Vocalist/Lead Guitar

A guitarist/bassist originally from Miami, FL. Has been a professional musician for 20 years in performing and music education. Also writing and touring as a lead guitarist with the band Voltagehawk. Trained at the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles in guitar performance, now residing in Nashville TN. The joy of music is what can bring anyone together and learn from the world, with the stories we tell.

Jennifer Guilmette

Vocalist/Dancer
Jennifer Guilmette - Vocalist/Dancer

Jennifer Guilmette is thrilled to return to the WCPAC stage after previously appearing in A Salute  to the Tonys and Sweet Soul Music. She holds a B.A. in Musical Theater and has performed in numerous productions over the years with some of her favorite roles including Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey) The Secret Garden (Mary) , Grease (Sandy) and Gypsy ( Dainty June). Jennifer dedicates her performance to her children Sophie and Will, her dear friends Joan and Jayson, and to the memory of her dad, her biggest fan whose love lives on in every song she sings. 

Jay Hagen

Trumpet/ Vocals
Jay Hagen - Trumpet/ Vocals

Trumpeter Jay Hagen earned his M.M. from the Eastman School of Music. He has served as Band Leader for Royal Cruise Lines, Principal Trumpeter of the New York Repertory Orchestra, and Musical Director of the Victory Swing Orchestra for The National WWII Museum in New Orleans. He was also featured in the Big Easy Award-winning show Jump, Jive and Wail: The Music of Louis Prima, written and directed by his wife—and our very own Performing Arts Director—Victoria Reed.

Miracle Ham

MC/Vocalist
Miracle Ham - MC/Vocalist

Miracle Ham is thrilled to be a part of Victoria Reed’s newest production, One Hit Wonderful. A Chicago native now based in Nashville, Miracle holds a B.S. in Business Administration and Music and an MBA in Music Business. Her performance credits include One Step At A Time, Sweet Soul Music, The Wiz, Bring It On: The Musical, Jambalaya, The Musical, Nunsense, and What the World Needs Now: The Music of Burt Bacharach, among others. When she’s not onstage, Miracle enjoys singing, dancing, writing music, video editing, and creating content. She aspires to make her mark as a recording artist and one day perform on Broadway. Miracle is grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Victoria once again and is excited to help bring One Hit Wonderful to life!

Scott Hearn

Trombone
Scott Hearn - Trombone

Scott Hearn is a Nashville native and low brass specialist whose performance credits include Jon Pardi, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Marcus King, and the Grand Ole Opry. He also served as a musician and audio engineer in the United States Marine Corps. A graduate of Belmont University and Austin Peay State University, Scott holds degrees in Music Education and Trombone Performance. In addition to his work on stage, he is active as a composer, arranger, and recording musician.

Elena Victoria Kranish

Vocalist
Elena Victoria Kranish - Vocalist

Elena Kranish recently competed in National American Miss (NAM) Tennessee, where she earned 1st Place in the Junior Teen Talent Competition for vocal performance. She will represent Franklin, Tennessee, at the National American Miss National Pageant in Orlando, Florida, during Thanksgiving week 2026. Her NAM experience has allowed her to continue developing her confidence, stage presence, and love of performing while representing her community on a national stage.Elena Kranish recently competed in National American Miss (NAM) Tennessee, where she earned 1st Place in the Junior Teen Talent Competition for vocal performance. She will represent Franklin, Tennessee, at the National American Miss National Pageant in Orlando, Florida, during Thanksgiving week 2026. Her NAM experience has allowed her to continue developing her confidence, stage presence, and love of performing while representing her community on a national stage.

Instagram: @ElenaKranishOfficial

Craig Robinson

MC/Vocalist
Craig Robinson - MC/Vocalist

Native of Nashville, TN. Studied music performance/education at Western Kentucky University. Singer/Vocal Captain for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Other performances include After Midnight (NCL), Black Nativity (Amun Ra Theater), Ordinary Heroes (Amun Ra Theater), What the World Needs Now (WCPAC), Motor City Magic (WCPAC), Sweet Soul Music (WCPAC), Wine Lovers:The Musical (NCL).

Ashley Strella

Vocalist/Dancer
Ashley Strella - Vocalist/Dancer

Ashley Strella is thrilled to be returning to the WCPAC for One Hit Wonderful after previously appearing in Sweet Soul Music both times. Ashley is a Kansas City native singer, actor, dancer, and educator now residing in Nashville, TN. Born and raised in the Sunflower State, she earned her BFA in Musical Theatre with minors in Dance and Exercise Science from Wichita State University and has performed all over the Midwest with companies such as The Black Repertory Theatre of KC, Cedar Fair/Six Flags Entertainment, The White Theatre, and The Forum Theatre, among others. Here in Music City, she has also performed with About The Town Productions and Franklin Light Opera. Most recently, she just choreographed Fiddler on the Roof with FLO. Her passion for theatre has blossomed into a passion for teaching theatre, and she is privileged to grow her teaching career with CYT Nashville, WCPR, and TN EdTA. Love to Dakota. @ashleystrella

Jimmy Sullivan

Bass/BGV
Jimmy Sullivan - Bass/BGV

A native of Virginia, Jimmy Sullivan has risen to the top tier of Nashville’s rhythm section ranks, earning a reputation as a versatile, imaginative, and in-demand bassist. Since arriving in Music City, he has thrived both in the studio and on stage, recording and performing with acclaimed artists including Lee Ann Womack, Mark Collie, Ashley Campbell, and the genre-defying collective Postmodern Jukebox. A familiar presence on the Nashville jazz scene, Sullivan maintains a bimonthly residency at Rudy’s Jazz Room and regularly performs alongside local luminaries such as Andy Reiss, Tabitha Meeks, Andrew Carney and Sarah Aili, as well as internationally recognized artists Nicole Zuraitis, Laila Biali, and Alyssa Allgood.

His artistry was recognized with a Nashville Industry Music Award for Best Jazz Instrumentalist (2018), with more accolades sure to follow. Above all, Jimmy Sullivan’s joy for music is unmistakable —his performances radiate an infectious energy that connects deeply with audiences and highlights the inspiring power of great musicianship.

Aaron Tessis

Vocalist/Guitarist
Aaron Tessis - Vocalist/Guitarist

Aaron Tessis, originally from Toronto, Canada, is a Nashville-based songwriter, musician, and performer with more than two decades of experience in musical theatre and live entertainment. His credits include numerous musical productions and reviews, as well as writing and performing his own one-man show, The Legacy of Buddy Holly. He continues to create and perform original music in Nashville and is thrilled to join the cast of One Hit Wonderful. In his free time, Aaron enjoys hiking, kayaking, martial arts, and spending time with his kids.

Ross Walters

Woodwinds/Harmonica/BGV
Ross Walters - Woodwinds/Harmonica/BGV

Nashville-based saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, and singer-songwriter Ross Walters toured with Donna Summer from 1997–2004 and has performed on stages including Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, and the Monterey Jazz Festival. He currently performs with the Jimmy Church Band and Power of Love: A Tribute to Huey Lewis and the News and has released five solo albums. Fun fact: you can occasionally hear Ross playing saxophone on the Pokémon animated series.

Trevor Willoughby

Piano/Synth
Trevor Willoughby - Piano/Synth

Trevor is a musician, songwriter, and producer living in Nashville, TN. He records and produces tracks for artists out of his Nashville studio. He also composes and releases neo-classical music under his name. In addition to writing and producing for artists, he currently tours with folk classical crossover group the Annie Moses Band, and country artist JD Shelburne. He has toured previously with Jeremy Camp, Hannah Kerr, and Cade Thompson.

Victoria Reed

Writer & Director

Dylan O'Donnell

Technical Director/Spot Op 2

Susan Gaw

Operations Manager/Stage Manager

Ally Ivey

Advertising & Events Coordinator

Zach Perkins

Box Office & Assistant Technical Director

David Weatherbee

Scenic/Lighting Designer

Luca DePalo

Audio 2

Vincent Racanelli

Sound Designer

Riley Madej

Spot Op 1

Scenic Painter

Cathy Daniel

Donors

Constance Luttrell - PAC PRODUCER 

Terri & Norman Frank - PAC PRODUCER

Ruth & Robert Worshik

The Heritage at Brentwood - PAC PRODUCER

Chic-fil-a on HWY 96 - Cast Meal

SPECIAL THANKS
FOH Staff:  Amber Boyer,  Stephanie Elder,  Annabel (Bel) Hines,  Kat Paul,  Ollie Tomczak,  Mandi Ward

Set Construction by: Parks Maintenance Group, David Weatherbee

Bedazzler- Zach Perkins

French dialect coaching: Jan Smith
Alterations: Janet Tharpe
 Volunteers: Teresa Marra

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