Annie - April 04 - April 05, 2025
Francis Walsh Intermediate School
CAST & 8TH GRADE BIOS
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Alessandra Russo
as Grace Farrell
Alessandra Russo (Grace Farrell) is so excited to play one of her dream roles on the WIS stage. Her previous theater credits include: Matilda (Mrs. Wormwood), SpongeBob (SpongeBob) Camp Rock (Caitlyn), and Seussical (Who/Fish). When she is not acting she is on the basketball court and playing with her dog. "Thank you to the creative team for being so welcoming and to my friends, Dad, Brother, Grandma, David Chistiansen, and especially my mom. Thank you all for your support."
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Jackson Nichols
as Rooster
Jackson Nichols (Rooster Hannigan) has no other theater credits to his name, but is so excited to join his first ever production. When not acting, Jackson enjoys watching Marvel movies, playing with his sister, and spending time with Hanna. He is in the National Junior Honor Society and Jazz band because he's just that cool. "Thank you to myself for being so inspiring, and pushing me to be even better. And I guess I could put my family, and specifically my sister, who still scares me to this day. Lastly, my true inspiration, Hanna.”
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Paityn Nelson
as Lily
Paityn Nelson (Lily St. Regis) is so excited to be on stage for her final show with WIS Performing Arts. Paityn has been in the musical all 4 years. Some previous theater credits include: Anna (Frozen), Jason (Camp Rock), Bird Girl (Seussical), Hot Box Girl (Guys and Dolls), Sardine and Electric Skate (SpongeBob), and many more. When not acting, Paityn enjoys playing volleyball, softball, and dancing. “I would like to thank my mom for working so hard to dress all of us for every show, and for always believing in me.”
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