Jackson Mitchell (Prince Dauntless the Drab)
Jackson is a rising eighth grader at Pine View School, and is thrilled to be on the VT stage again! VT performances include The Jungle Book, Honk, A Christmas Carol, Willy Wonka JR and Seussical the Musical JR. “Special thanks to the incredible VT staff for this opportunity. Love to my family and friends for supporting me!”
Addie Ross (Minstrel)
Addie is thrilled to be back at VT after performing in Seussical the Musical JR. and Willy Wonka JR. She appeared in 42nd Street, Disney’s Aladdin KIDS, Disney’s The Lion King KIDS and Annie KIDS. Dancing since age two, she is a member of Spotlight Kids. “Thanks to Miss Kelly and the wonderful VT staff!”
Riley Vance (Jester)
Riley is a rising 10th grader at Venice High School, and is elated to be in yet another summer production. In the past, she has performed in various showcases at the Venice Theatre, and hopes to continue with her involvement in the acting community.
Delaney Lockwood (Queen Aggravain)
Delaney is a seventh grader at Pine View. Previous roles include Young Fan in VT’s A Christmas Carol, Hei Hei (Disney’s Moana, JR) and Genie (Disney’s Aladdin Kids). She loves theatre, basketball and bucket hats. “Thank you to everyone for a great experience and the opportunity to be back on stage.”
Jack Gingras (King)
Jack is a fifth grader at Ashton Elementary. He is thrilled to be making his Venice Theatre debut! Jack loves performing with Ashton’s performing arts, choir and show choir. He recently played Sven in their production of Frozen Jr. He enjoys swimming, playing soccer and video games.
Kameron Kozee (Princess #12/Lady-in-Wating)
Kameron is excited to be in her second production after Willy Wonka JR. An upcoming fifth grader at Garden Elementary, she also sings at Emmanual Lutheran. She enjoys music, art, swimming, crafting, and spending her time with family and friends. “Thanks to my family and the staff of Venice Theatre.
Lorelei Popham (Lady Larken)
Lorelei will be entering Cardinal Mooney High as a freshman, and joining their four-year theatre program. She has enjoyed being a member of the casts of A Christmas Carol, Bugsy Malone JR, and Legally Blonde JR.
Tuck Wood (Wizard)
Relocating to the area from Nashville, Tuck is a rising freshman who loves fishing, surfing and video games. He was Gmork in The Neverending Story, the King of Hearts in Alice in Wonderland and Pal Hawkins in Boomtown. “Thank you to everyone at VT for welcoming me.”
Samara Naeger (Lucille/Lady-in-Waiting)
Samara is going into eighth grade at Heron Creek Middle School in North Port. She has been in VT programs over three years, and has appeared in shows such as Seussical the Musical JR., and Willy Wonka JR. “Thank you to VT for always making these shows a special memory!”
Kate Gingras (Rowena/Lady-in-Waiting)
Kate is a seventh grader at SMS. Her favorite productions include VT’s Honk!, Rise Above’s All Shook Up, and Ashton Elementary’s Matilda. She is so thankful to have the opportunity to be on the VT stage again. “Special thanks to everyone involved with this amazing show! I hope you enjoy it!”
Marcus Calderon (Sir Harry)
An eighth grader at Pine View, Marcus is elated to be in this wonderful production. VT shows include Willy Wonka JR, Seussical the Musical JR, and My Son Pinocchio JR. He loves to sing, play the ukulele, track, football, and Taekwondo. Marcus thanks his friends and the VT staff.
Hannah-Rose Randi (Princess Winnifred the Woebegone)
Hannah is excited to be making her theatrical debut at Venice Theatre. Originally from Connecticut, Hannah has lived in Venice, FL for seven years, and will be starting eighth grade this fall. She has taken private lessons in voice, piano, and drums.
Natasha Bensen (Knight)
A rising seventh grader at Venice Middle School, Natasha has been in numerous shows at Venice Theatre, including Willy Wonka JR, Seussical the Musical JR among others. Her hobbies include acting, baking, and roller blading. Natasha would like to thank the cast and crew for making this summer special.
Lily Culver-Wollaston (Knight)
Lily is excited to be in another VT show. She is in seventh grade at Laurel Nokomis School and enjoys theatre, track, sports, the beach and more. Past shows include A Christmas Carol, South Pacific, and Stuart Little. She thanks her cast and crew for another amazing experience with the VT family.
Xavier Culver-Wollaston (Knight)
Xavier has participated in a few plays in the Venice Theatre. He is going into sixth grade next school year. He lives with his sister, Lily, his dogs, and his two dads. He enjoys playing virtual-reality games, drawing, and survival video games.
Van Force Dinverno (Knight)
An eighth grader, Van’s credits include Honk! (Beaky), A Christmas Carol (Caroling Boy), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Cobweb), My Son Pinocchio JR (Junior), Seussical the Musical JR (JoJo), and Willy Wonka JR (Mike Tevee). He loves to sing and play piano. Van thanks his VT friends and looks forward to a wonderful show.
Ava Lopez (Knight)
Ava was born in Springfield, MO where she enjoyed seeing the Branson shows with her Grandma Lulu. She found an outlet for performing attending classes at Venice Theatre. This is her second performance and she loves it! On her off time, she enjoys laughing and playing with her friends
Kayla Montgomery (Knight)
Kayla is a seventh grader from Venice, FL. This is her first theatrical performance at Venice Theatre. It’s been a fun and exciting experience so far. She’s also very busy keeping up with her two new kittens, Oatmeal and Raisin.
Avery Vance (Beatrice/Lady-in-Waiting)
Avery is a middle school student at Venice Middle School, who is very excited to be in her fifth production at Venice Theatre. Credits include an Oompa-loompa in Willy Wonka JR and various characters in class showcases. “Thanks to VT for the warm welcome into the Drama family.”
Lily Aaronson (Harold/Knight)
Lily is very excited to return to VT this season! She has appeared in several VT Education Department showcases and in Willy Wonka JR as a Candy Kid. “Thank you to Mom, Dad, my sisters Elena, Caty, Sam, Yiayia, and Cheyenne.”
Timerie Corn (Lady-in-Waiting)
An upcoming fifth grader at Pine View School, Timerie is excited to be in her first major production at VT. Off stage, she can be found in the pool with the Tsunami Swim Team or having fun with her three siblings and two energetic Border Collies!