Musical Auditions

Cast List

Phil Connors Aiden Brown

Rita Hanson McKenna Hansen

Larry John Howley

Ned Ryerson Jake Conrad

Nancy Taylor Quinn Girard

Mrs. Lancaster Natalee Beavers

Jonathan/Morning Radio DJ1 Steven Puvogel

Mr. Cleveland/Priest/Elder JR Lakey

Mrs. Cleveland Cindi Lu Strode

Freddie Kleiser/Stormchaser Andrew Wright

Debbie Johnson Natalie Calkins

Ralph Elliot Loudenback

Gus Cal Amendola

Doris/Psychiatric Pharmacologist Kim Lively

Buster Art Hoover

Sheriff Jack/Elder Barry Van Wert

Deputy Wilbur Alex Van Wert

Joelle/Scientologist Maci Winkelman

Healer Chaela Watkins

Naturopath Alexa Amarok

AA Sponsor Michaela Leach

Bartender Billy Ross McCobb

Jeff Preston Williams

Old Jenson Mario Winkelman

Piano Teacher Johanna Larson

Nurse Audrey Paylor

Morning Radio DJ2/Lady Stormchaser Gabi Van Wert

Ticket Person Cassie Christiansen

Groundhog Guy Sunny Leonard

Townspeople Taylor Jones, Kei Kountz, Elsa Larson, Janaye Mattice, Maija Nordin, Radar Russell

A Message from the Director, Dr. Andrew Gaines

We had a fantastic turnout for auditions--congrats to our cast and thanks to everyone who attended!

Casting is a delicate balancing act, and this musical posed unique challenges. Moreover, everyone's audition showcased superb talents which made decisions even more difficult.

If you couldn't attend or were not offered a role, please consider joining our production team to help with set painting, set crew, props, lighting, and more. Participants can earn college credit or community service hours. Contact Andrew Gaines and our Assistant Director/Stage Manager Saebre Matteson with your interest and availability.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the show in March 2025 at the Bishop Center for Performing Arts!