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the cast list for CCT's production of Disney's Finding Nemo JR
has been posted - PLEASE read below before viewing the list
Please find the Cast List below. If you auditioned for the production it is VERY important that you read through the Cast List Email entirely in addition to searching for your name on the list. If you are cast as a Full-Time actor, be sure to look through each ensemble group. Most actors will only participate in one ensemble group, but some actors (including leads) may be assigned to multiple groups. If you were cast in Vocal Ensemble, you should also find your name in at least one other group (which could include the Lead/Supporting group).
If your name is NOT listed below, PLEASE audition again in the future! While we wish we could have cast every actor who auditioned, it just wasn't possible for this production. Like we mentioned in the email; Casting a production is like assembling a puzzle. The pieces have to match the picture of the puzzle and they also have to fit together with one another. If your puzzle piece didn't fit into our Finding Nemo puzzle, that doesn't mean it won't fit into the puzzle for a future CCT production. Each production has different needs and comes together differently, and we'd love to work with you in future shows!
cast list
Lead and Supporting Roles
Actors cast in lead & supporting roles who have an * following their name are also assigned to the Vocal Ensemble or additional Ensemble groups below. All actors in lead/supporting roles are Full-Time Actors.
Nemo
Marlin
Coral
Dory
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Gill
Gurgle
Bubbles
Bloat
Peach
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Prof. Ray
Tad
Sheldon
Pearl
Tad's Parent
Sheldon's Parent
Pearl's Parent
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Bruce
Anchor
Chum
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Crush​​
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Nigel
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Barracuda
Snorkle Dancer
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Ice Cream Seller
Beach-Goer
Seagull 1
Seagull 2
Seagull 3
Sammy Tollefson
Matthew Woody
Violet Benedict*
Farrah Field
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Dominic Allard
Lee Jensen
Florence Rosen
Linus Hubel
Briana Vaughn
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Aidan Lockwood*
Colton Anselment
Logan Hoyt
Brooke Anderson
​Micah LaVallie*
Felicity Hubel*
Aubrey Nickelson*
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Naomi Rice
Isabella Funderburk
Sophia Hoyt
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Stella Slutsky*
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​​TBD
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Echo Thunderhawk-Folks*
McKenna Vaughn
Echo Thunderhawk-Folks*
Rosie Small*
McKenna Vaughn
Simon Hubel
Andrea Shannon
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Shark Ensemble
Actors cast in the Shark Ensemble will sing on-stage in the song; Fish Are Friends Not Food. All actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time Actors and will primarily rehearse on Friday evenings.
Tobias Borchardt
Michaela Enke
Madison Enke
Anna Frokjer
Callie Gludt
Autumn Haskin
Elizabeth King
Tierney Maloney
Margaret Moran
Lyla Murray
Sofia Olsen
Leah Prawalsky
Linnea Reddall
Fiona Riley
Annistan Siedlecki
Reese Siedlecki
William Small
Kasira Sutton
Echo Thunderhawk-Folks
Keira Wilkins
Fish Friends
Fish Friends will sing in the song: Fish Are Friends Not Food. Actors in this ensemble group are considered Part-Time and will rehearse primarily on Friday evenings. Cast colors will be listed on the Cast List which actors will receive on Friday.
Grace Anderson
Quin Boomsma
James Carroll
Freddy Fakler
Quinn Fakler
Gage Fett
Lucy Gerber
Ella O'Brien
Lucy Payne
Jamie Rogneby
Theo Smith
Cecilia Streefland
Jellyfish
Actors in the Jellyfish Ensemble will sing in the song: Just Keep Swimming Part 2. Actors in this ensemble group are considered Part-Time and will rehearse primarily on Friday evenings. Cast colors will be listed on the Cast List which actors will receive on Friday.
Luna Atwater
Egwene Atwater
Clara Bannick
Lily Bayer
Emma Bayer
Veronica Bierlein
Madilynn Candy
Sofia Capistran
Eleanore Chavez
Vivian Dahle
Lily Drahos
Halle Ecker
Rosalee Egan
Angelina Elder
Addison Fangel
Kora Flores
Grace Gerber
Hailey Grabow
Nellie Graden
Leona Hall
Liliana Helland
Gabby Jacobs
Kinsley Kelly
Ava Kinsey
Madeleine Kornder
Josephine Kornder
Paige Leja
Delaney Maloney
Macy McArthur
Brielle Moore
Kaitlin Munson
Lucy Olsen
Henley Phillips
Sophia Poe
Reagan Ring
Myah Ripley
Zoe Rose
Ingrid Rydeen
Hazel Smith
Talia Smith
Katelyn Sober
Paige Stuart
Mimi Svestka
Nora Vanordstrand
Madelyn Williams
Elaina Yaeger
Vocal Ensemble
Members of the Vocal Ensemble (VE), will sing in up to 7 songs off-stage in addition to performing in at least 3 sons on-stage. (On-stage songs will vary based on the actors role, and will either include singing with the Moonfish Ensemble or the Reef Ensemble. Assignments for these Roles are indicated below in the cast list.) All members of the VE are Full-Time actors.
Daniel Alvarez
Violet Benedict
Harper Burt
Elliana Cahak
Harlow Cowen
Ava Deluney
Oliver Frenzel
Alexa Haag
Sadie Hawks
Lily Hawks
Felicity Hubel
Olivia Johnson
Cecelia Kramer
Lyla Krocak​
Jennibelle Kunkle
Summer Langer
Micah LaVallie
Aidan Lockwood
Emerson Loucks
Penny Lyon
Arden Mary
Asa Moen
Aubrey Nickelson
Penny Phillips
Stella Slutsky
Amelia Tapper
Ava Tullar
Hannah Zweber​
Reef Ensemble
The Reef Ensemble will be made up of "Reef Parents" and "Reef Kids". All actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time actors who will perform in three songs. The characters of Tad, Sheldon, and Pearl (and their parents) are also considered members of the Reef Ensemble.
Brooke Anderson
Colton Anselment
Mila Barraza​
Ellie Elledge
Liam Funderburk
Alexa Haag
Via Hawks
Logan Hoyt
Felicity Hubel
Chase Iramina
Tristan Iramina
Oliva Johnson
Lydia King
Micah LaVallie
Blake Lehmeyer
Reagan Ortega
Aubrey Nickelson
Reagan Ortega
Remi Ortega
Alice Schrader
Charlotte Schrader
Maya Spielmans
Amelia Tapper
Andrew Walden
Moonfish Ensemble
Actors cast in the Moonfish Ensemble will sing in three songs on-stage in addition to singing off-stage in their Vocal Ensemble songs. All actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time actors and their rehearsals will fall of varying days of the week.
Daniel Alvarez
Violet Benedict
Harper Burt
Elliana Cahak
Harlow Cowen
Ava Deluney
Oliver Frenzel
Sadie Hawks
Lily Hawks
Felicity Hubel
Cecelia Kramer
​Lyla Krocak
Jenibelle Kunkel
Summer Langer
Emerson Loucks
Penny Lyon
Arden Mary
Asa Moen
Penny Phillips
Stella Slutsky
Ava Tullar
Hannah Zweber
Turtle Ensemble
Actors in the Turtle Ensemble will sing in the song: Go With The Flow. Actors in this ensemble group are considered Part-Time and will rehearse primarily on Monday evenings. Cast colors will be listed on the Cast List which actors will receive on Friday.
Charles Anderson
Sarah Argentieri
Claire Bjorkstrand
Riley Bried
Olivia Bried
Brynnli Craig
Evelyn Demarais
Ira Fehlandt
Maverick Fett
Brynlee Glanzer
Aubrey Glanzer
Alison Grabow
Lily Hanstad
Ryan Haugen
Vayda Haugen
Leo Haugen
Lexi Haugen
Jackie Haugen
Natalie Henry
Kennedy Hogan
Tommy Hopkins
Brelyn Jarvinen
Leona Johnson
Everett Johnson
Kaiden Krawiec
Makenna Kreisler
Saniya Kromah
Ezekiel Leon
Breccan Maloney
Riley Navix
Sienna Olson
Ivy Pacheco
Adeline Patch
Ina Rice
Greer Riley
Jorja Riley
Malaya Rosa
Aubrey Saewert
Audra Schmitz
Claire Sexton
Wyatt Siebenaler
Elliott Simpson
Harper Sletten
Henry Sovde
Charlie Stuart
Lukas Vanloon
Aaralyn Vastine
Nolan Vastine
Izabelle Wolfgram
Seagull Ensemble
Actors in the Seagull Ensemble will perform on-stage in three comedic scenes that focus on using characterization and storytelling set to music, to elicit a laughter response from the audience. Actors in this ensemble group are considered Part-Time and will rehearse primarily on Thursday evenings. Cast colors will be listed on the Cast List which actors will receive on Friday.
Audrey Amaya
Jaya Arradondo
Hannah Bannick
April Breid
Ariana Britt
Oliver Cassidy
Victoria Chavez
Grayson Craig
Miles Dehn
Greta DeMartino
Kayden Getchell
Jovie Halvorson
Hazel Halvorson
Savannah Halvorson
Ezra Helland
Reese Iramina
Lucie Nimz-Sauer
Oliver Paseka
Kailey Paukert
Hayden Phillips
Gabby Ruby
Javier Ruiz
Rafael Ruiz
Claire Russell
Jadon Steward
Zoey Vastine
next steps for actors
We can't wait to begin working on the show with you! The next step for each actor who has been cast will be to read through the Cast List email (if you haven't yet). attend the Script Pick-Up, which will be held on Wed. May 25 from 6:30pm - 9:00pm. During this time, actors will receive their rehearsal materials, some actors will be measured for their costume, and new actors/parents will be asked to attend a short information session where they can learn about what to expect during the rehearsal process and ask any questions they may have. An email will be sent on Monday with additional details.
If you cannot attend the Script Pick-Up you MUST email info@castleco.org to let us know - or we will assume you no longer wish to participate in the production.
In the meantime, please keep your schedules open as your participation in the show depends on you being able to attend all of your assigned rehearsals. If you have questions please email info@castleco.org and we will do our best to get back to you.
Please note that email responses may be delayed as we are preparing for our Set the Stage fundraising event this Sunday, May 22! This event helps raise funds to support The Wizard of Oz production this summer. For information about the event, please click the link below. The event is open to all community members (regardless if they are participating in the show or now).
actor FAQs
When is the Participation Fee due?
The participation fee will be due at the begining of February and extensions may be granted for those who need them.
How do I apply for Participation Fee assistance?
Fee Assistance is offered through CCT. Information on Fee Assistance will be provided with your rehearsal materials.
How do I purchase tickets to see the show?
Tickets will be available to purchase online sometime within the next one-three weeks. We will send an email to let you know when tickets are available to purchase.
My name is listed under Vocal Ensemble. What does that mean?
Members of the Vocal Ensemble will be singing in several songs throughout the production. A lot of the singing will be done off-stage and some will be done on-stage. Each actor in the VE should be assigned to at least one other group on the cast list (which may include a lead/supporting role). This group indicates the song you will perform in on-stage. Some actors may be assigned to multiple groups right now, and others may be added to additional groups at a later date, pending their rehearsal availability. We know it's a little vague, but we promise it will be a fun role, and a BIG part of making the production sound amazing! The VE creates the musical back-bone for the entire show!
What if I don't like my role?
We understand that actors may not like the role they have been cast in, unfortunately no one is permitted to change their role in the production (unless a scheduling error was made by the casting team). While we do encourage everyone to step outside their comfort zone and give their role a try, if you are certain you do NOT want to accept your role, that is ok. Simply email info@castleco.org (by the end of the weekend) with you/your actor's name and let us know they no longer wish to be in the production.
What if I want to be considered for MORE roles/parts in the play?
Sometimes CCT may add actors to additional ensemble groups. This happens if an actor chooses to drop and we need additional actors in the group OR if we simply decide we want a larger ensemble than we originally expected we'd need. You do NOT need to inform CCT staff if you want to be considered for more roles. CCT staff selects actors for additional roles based on the commitment they show to past and current roles/productions. CCT staff assumes that all actors would be interested in doing additional roles.
production staff
Natalie is a local Music Director, Pit Conductor, Voice Coach and Accompanist, celebrating five years working on CCT productions.
Lisa is a choreographer (by night) and marketing magician (by day), celebrating seven years working on CCT productions.
Rachel is a CCT acting (and music directing) alumni, who has turned her talents to Stage Direction in recent years. Rachel is celebrating ten years working on CCT productions.
Heidi is a CCT acting alum and Stage Manager, who knows nearly everything about CCT. Heidi is celebrating ten years working on CCT productions.
Music Director
Natalie McComas
Choreographer
Lisa Fett
Stage Director
Rachel Eubanks
Scenic Specialist
Heidi Schmidt
production FAQs
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Who can audition for the show?Usually, CCT auditions are open to anyone age 5 through Adult. During CCT's 2023-2024 season, some changes do apply, due to licensing restrictions for certain shows (see below). Fall Show - King Arthur and Princess Arthena (ages 5 - Adult may audition) Spring Show - Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins (ages 5 - Adult may audition) Summer Show - Disney's Frozen JR (ages 5 - 18 may audition) While some production roles may require different ages, heights, and vocal ranges, CCT does not discriminate in casting based on race, gender, sexual orientation, ability to pay participation fee, accessibility needs, etc.
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Is there a fee to participate?There are a lot of costs that go into making a great theater production, script licensing, space rental, costumes, sets, technical elements, printing, marketing, and instructor stipends (to name a few). Because of this, CCT charges a participation fee for all actors age 17 and under. (Adult actors are encouraged to volunteer in other ways by assisting with marketing, set move-in, prop construction, etc.) Fees vary by show because the cost to produce the show, and the number of tickets each show is expected to sell, also varies. Fees for most shows are $200 per actor (age 17 and under). Families with multiple actors in the production will pay $200 per actor (for the first two actors in their family) and will pay $75 per actor (for each additional actor). ALL actors must also provide their own shoes and possibly socks to wear for the production. The style of shoe and sock will be based on the character that each actor plays. Financial assistance is available for those who need it (for both participation fees and shoes/socks) and can be registered for after the production has been cast. (CCT does NOT turn actors away due to inability to pay the fee.)
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What is the time commitment / when are rehearsals?The information below pertains to all CCT productions. The time commitment to participate in a show depends on the role that each actor is cast in. Some actors may rehearse between one and six hours each week while others may rehearse 20 hours per week. At auditions, actors will be able to select if they'd like a role that requires less rehearsal and performance time. These roles are called part-time roles. Part-time roles rehearse an average of 1 or 2 hours each week and perform in half the performances. Rehearsals are held Monday-Friday evenings from 6pm - 9:00pm and occasionally Saturday mornings/afternoons. Actors will be asked to fill out a conflict form at auditions. CCT does its best to work around actors' conflicts when possible and will prioritize having younger actors rehearse earlier in the evenings. Playing a sport once or twice each week may be something that can be scheduled around. CCT can occasionally schedule around vacation conflicts, however, priority will be given to those who can attend the majority of rehearsals. It is extremely important that you fill out your conflict form honestly!
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How do I prepare for auditions?Actors MUST register in order to audition for all CCT productions. The registration link can be found towards the middle of this page. Registration is free and secures your audition spot. On the day of your audition, please bring a list of conflicts that can be used to fill out the conflict calendar (if not filled out in advance). You may also wish to bring a pen/pencil and a notebook (or other hard surface) for filling out your audition form. (If possible, we will send an email a week prior to auditions which will allow you to fill out forms in advance and print them yourself to bring with you.) Your audition for a non-musical will consist of an acting audition ONLY. Your audition for a musical will consist of two parts, an acting audition and a singing audition. During the acting audition, actors will be asked to portray different animals, characters or emotions while counting from one to ten. Example: Please count from 1 to 10. At one, pretend you are sad, at 10, pretend you are happy. For the singing audition (used for Musicals ONLY), actors will be asked to sing a short section of a song (around 20-30 seconds is enough). Actors may choose any song they like, but it should be something that you feel confident singing! Your song does NOT have to be from the show you are auditioning for.
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What are the Covid-19 guidelines for participating in the production?There are no Covid-19 guidelines for CCT productions at this time. CCT usually follows school and state guidelines for Covid-19 prevention. Stricter guidelines may be in place for rehearsals during high transmission times. CCT does not require actors to wear masks for performances unless actors have had a recent Covid-19 infection and are still contagious.