Maia Kelly

Maia is 9 years old and is excited to to make their Ashland debut as Matilda. This is their dream role! Recently, Maia has enjoyed portraying Camilla Cream in A Bad Case of Stripes and Jojo in Seussical. Maia hopes you enjoy watching this show as much as they enjoy performing it!

Marley Rotach

Marley is so excited to be playing Ms. Honey in this production of Matilda! She would like to thank her Mom and Dad for always being there for her and her little brother, Judd, who is Michael Wormwood! She is grateful to all her family, friends and teachers who have supported her in her theater journey. Thank you for coming and enjoy the show!

RaeLynn Kubat

RaeLynn has been doing theater for many years now, and she has loved every second of it. RaeLynn is looking forward to this production and having the privilege of getting to know so many talented people around her age.

Otto Settergren

This is Otto Settergren's first production at Ashland Productions. He played Zeke in his middle school's High School Musical JR earlier this year. Also, the year before, he was a part of the ensemble in Into The Woods JR at his middle school. Enjoy the show!

Noella Burnham

Noella is excited to perform in her second show with Ashland Productions. She has been in theatre since she was three, participating in many classes, camps, and shows in various theater companies. A few of her favorite roles have been Lucy Cratchit in A Christmas Carol the Musical (Ashland), Fannie Corry in Mary Poppins (CCT), The Wicked Witch of the West in Adventures in Oz (TCHA), and Nemo in songs from Finding Nemo Kids (TCHA).

Max Linneman

Max is thrilled to be playing Bruce in Ashland Productions Matilda Jr. He most recently played a Who Child in Seussical the Musical at Open Door Community Theater. Other past favorite roles include Troy Bolton in High School Musical Jr., Lenny in Junie B Jones Jr., Kai the Sea Turtle in Nemo Jr. and Sven in Frozen Jr. at Ashland Productions. He is currently a 6th grader at St. Ambrose. When he isn’t acting, he is a competitive dancer, enjoys playing flag football and boxing.

Peyton Thompson

Peyton is thrilled for her 4th full production at Ashland. After appearances in Junie B Jones, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, as well as other camps and ACT shows, she is so excited to continue her growth as a performer in the upcoming Matilda Jr! Peyton is looking forward to this show and is excited for you to enjoy it!

Ottilie Johnson

Ottilie (7th grade) is thrilled to be a part of this amazing cast and production! This will be her sixth play at Ashland. Some previous credits include Beauty & the Beast Jr (Cogsworth), Finding Nemo Jr (Bubbles), Junie B. Jones Jr (Chenille). She is also in her sixth year of piano study at MacPhail Center for Music. Ottilie can't wait to be on stage and is overjoyed to put on Matilda the Musical Jr with many of her theater friends for you!

Talulla Timm

Talulla enjoys dancing, singing, acting, playing the violin, and hanging out with her friends. She had previously been homeschooled for 5 years, and has been acting for 3 years. She is excited for her first production with Ashland!

Caraline Glommen

Caraline is excited to be in her 3rd show with Ashland (and her first show with her sister, Adeline)! She has been song-writing, dancing, singing, and performing since she was a toddler. Caraline's most recent role was playing Young Fiona in “Shrek” at Mahtomedi Middle School. This past summer, she was runner-up for her original song with the ukelele at the MN State Fair Talent Show Semi-Finals. Caraline would like to thank her parents and her dogs for supporting her!

Evan Gengenbach

Evan is in 5th grader at Groves Academy and is excited to be playing Nigel in Matilda Jr.! When he's not on stage, Evan loves spending time with his friends, playing with his dog and being a little bit naughty. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Tate Ashcraft

Tate is playing the role of Mr Wormwood in the purple cast!

Veronica Finc

This is Veronica’s 5th show with Ashland, and is so excited to be in the cast of Matilda Jr! She always enjoys playing a villain and being Mrs Wormwood has been a great experience. Outside of theater, she reads, goes shopping and dances at a studio. Veronica thanks her family for their love and support. Enjoy the show!

Judd Rotach

Judd wants to thank his sister Marley, his cousins and his parents for encouraging him try out for his first musical ever. He hopes you enjoy the show and can’t wait to see you at future productions.

Illiana Nedich

Iliana hopes you have the best time watching the show.

Alia Gardner

Alia is so excited to return to the Ashland stage in Matilda Jr! She is so grateful to have played the roles of Anna (Frozen Jr.) and a Narrator (Into the Woods Jr.) at Scott Highlands Middle School. She has additionally played the roles of Dory (Finding Nemo Jr.), Mother (Junie B. Jones Jr.), and Elsa (Frozen Jr.) at Ashland Productions. Alia hopes you enjoy the show!

Brody Tuttle

Brody is a 6th grader at Oltman Middle School and is excited to take the stage in his fourth Ashland production as The Escapologist and Big Kid in Matilda Jr.! When he’s not mastering daring escapes on stage, he enjoys playing disc golf, exploring the outdoors, and traveling with his friends and family. Enjoy the show and remember, no matter how tricky the situation, there’s always a way out!

Quinn Johnson

Quinn Johnson (They/Them) is excited to be in their second Ashland Production. They were also in Beauty and the Beast Jr. (Castle Staff). This will be Quinn's second time in the production Matilda Jr. and they couldn't be more excited. Enjoy the show!

Maggie Vazac

Maggie is thrilled to be playing the Acrobat in Ashland’s production of Matilda Jr.! She recently played a Silly Girl in both Ashland’s production of Beauty and the Beast Jr. and her middle school’s production of it. Although Maggie loves her swim and hockey teams, her favorite place to be is on the Ashland stage. She thanks you all for coming from miles around to watch the incredible feats being performed on stage!

Sadie Hawks

Sadie Hawks is thrilled to be joining the cast of Matilda Jr! Although this is Sadie’s first production with Ashland, she has been in countless shows with various companies. Some of her favorite roles have included Princess Arthena in King Arthur and Princess Arthena (CastleCo Theater) and Martha Cratchit in A Christmas Carol (CastleCo Theater). In addition to acting, Sadie runs an annual acting camp each summer for elementary aged children. Sadie is honored to be acting, singing, and dancing alongside such a talented cast and hopes you enjoy the show!

Cook/Big Kid Ensemble

Matilda Jr. is Anna’s third show at Ashland Productions and one of her favorite musicals! When not acting on stage, Anna loves to paint and do anything crafty. Anna is very excited to be part of the purple cast and hopes you enjoy the show!

Lucy Werner

Lucy is a kind and funny 7th grader who attends Mariner Middle. She is SO happy to be back at Ashland for her 5th Show at Ashland! She has participated in Frozen Jr. Finding Nemo Jr. High School Musical Jr. and Beauty and the Beast Jr. at Ashland! She hopes you enjoy the show!

Claire Wescott

Claire is excited to be back on the Ashland stage for the 4th time. Most recently she appeared as Martha Cratchit in A Christmas Carol, and was also in Junie B Jones and Newies Jr. In her free time she loves to hang out with friends, family and Mr. Iggy.

Delaney Nauman

Delaney is proud to be returning for her third show at ashland with the purple cast of Matilda jr. Delaney currently attends Lakes International Language Academy in the eighth grade. She is thankful to her sister for all her help with practice, and she hopes you enjoy the show!

Ayva Kelly

This is Ayva's sixth show! Her favorite role so far has been being a bird girl/understudy of Gertrude in Seussical! She hopes you like the show!

Carina Crutchfield

Carina is in 6th grade. She enjoys performing in musicals and has previously appeared in several shows with Ashland. She thanks you for coming to this show and hopes you have a good time!

Mira Jensen

Mira is a current taekwondo student and actress. She loves the arts and sports. This is Mira’s second show here at Ashland, the first being Press Start several years ago. She is so excited to perform and she hopes you enjoy the show!

Ellie Parish

Ellie welcomes you to Matilda Jr. She is thrilled to be in this show - a story she’s loved for many years, and is also excited to be back on the Ashland stage with many good friends. Ellie has previously performed in A Christmas Carol, Joseph, the Wizard of Oz, and Frozen at Ashland. She loves all things theatre, singing, and dance, especially performing with her Irish dance school. Ellie hopes you enjoy the show!

Addi Berg

Addi is a 6th grader at Level Up Academy. She is excited to be making her musical debut with Ashland Productions! She is most excited about the choreography and getting to do a show with her sister, Caraline. She wants to thank family, Mackers and Hammy for their support and encouragement!

Annabelle Schumacher

Annabelle is excited to perform in her 2nd production with Ashland! She is a 4th grader at Chelsea Heights elementary and loves singing, dancing, and painting with friends. Recent credits include Beauty and the Beast Jr, When in Rome, and The Music Man. Her favorite part of musical theater is making new friends and being in the spotlight! :)

Marci Rogers

This is Marci's sixth show at Ashland. Her favorite shows include Christmas Carol, Ashland Holiday and Frozen Jr. When she grows up, Marci hopes to reach all of the branches. She assures everyone that her mommy does indeed say that she is a miracle.

Lily Godfrey

Lily loves everything about theatre! She has participated in the ACT programs put on by Ashland Academy at her school, St. Ambrose and participates in her school skits twice a year in January and May. She has played the role of an Oozy Loompa in the “We Are Monsters” ACT production, and the lead role of Happy, the Jolly Giant, in their “Giants in the Sky,” production. More recently she played the role of Jessie, a brainiac, in the “Space Pirates’’ ACT production and the role of Templeton the Rat in Merrill Arts Center’s “Charlotte’s Web.” Additionally, this March, she was in ACT’s “Press Start” production playing the role of Speedy the Hedgehog. Lily is one of four children and lives with her family in Woodbury, MN. She loves singing, acting, and playing with her baby sister, Arya. This will be Lily’s first production working with Ashland that is not an ACT performance, and she is excited about this new relationship and the memories is making.

Brielle King

Brielle is excited to be back on stage performing. This is Brielle's second show at Ashland. Brielle does synchronized swimming and hangs out with her pet snake noodle in her freetime. Brielle hopes you enjoy the show.

Hadley Lohmer

Hadley is thrilled to be making her Ashland debut! Her recent credits include Magic Treehouse (Annie), Bugs (Dave the Luna Moth) and Frozen Jr. (Troll). Outside of theater, Hadley loves hanging out with her friends, playing sports, and all things corgi. She wants to thank her family and friends for all of the love and support, and hopes you enjoy the show!

Ethan Benson

Ethan is grateful for the opportunity to take the big stage at Ashland after participating in summer camp opportunities and the A.C.T. program. When he’s not on stage, he loves playing the Nintendo Switch and showing off his Math skills. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Lucy Hauwiller

Lucy is super excited to join the Ashland Family for this amazing production of Matilda Jr. Lucy made her acting debut a few months ago, as one of the Three Little Pigs/Ensemble, in the Youth Performance Company's performance of Shrek the Musical, Jr.

Skylar Glass

Skylar loves singing, acting, and participating pageants. She has been in many St Croix Prep theater productions and is excited to be making her Ashland debut! She would like to thank her family and friends for their support. Enjoy the show!

Lyla Elling

Lyla is thrilled to be part of her first production at Ashland as part of the Purple Cast! She discovered her love for performing at Mounds Park Academy. When she's not on stage, Lyla enjoys crafting and spending time with animals. Lyla wants to thank her family, friends, and drama teacher, Ms. Heather, for their constant support.

Adalyn Morgan

Adalyn is 9 and is thrilled to make her Ashland theater debut in Matilda Jr! She has participated in Ashland Summer Camps and performed in Storybook Theatre's productions of Rapunzel (CoCo) and Goldilocks (Cousin). Addy enjoys theater, sports and spending time with family and friends. Adalyn thanks her family for their love and support. Enjoy the show!