MEET THE CAST OF TARZAN
	curtis lunt Tarzan Curtis Lunt  debuts in his first adult role! As a youth he was in A Christmas Carol, The King and I, The Music Man, Camelot and recently starred in Pinocchio. Curtis just graduated from Highland High where he was captain of the basketball and volleyball teams, sang in Carnegie Hall with choir and represented Gilbert in China as a youth ambassador. Curtis will study music therapy at ASU. Thanks to his family for their support!
	EMILY Giauque Evans Jane Porter Emily Giauque Evans,  a BYU graduate, is in her fifth show at HCT! Hale credits: South Pacific (Nellie Forbush); Damn Yankees (Lola – ariZoni winner); Dames at Sea (Ruby); and 9 to 5 (Judy – ariZoni winner). Emily was the lead singer/dancer for Holland America’s World Cruise, performed throughout Europe, China, and Japan, at Hale Orem, with BYU Young Ambassadors, and Lagoon Amusement Park. Other roles: Rizzo (Grease), Amber (Hairspray), and Adelaide (Guys and Dolls). Thanks to Chris and Hadley.
	Carrie Klofach Kala Carrie Klofach  was last seen at Hale Centre Theatre as the Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music. Other credits include: the national tour of Veggie Tales Live, Carousel, Mesa Encore Theatre (Nettie Fowler), Seussical (the Cat in the Hat), Into the Woods (Baker's Wife) and the world premiere of The Quiltmaker's Gift, Phoenix Theater (Quiltmaker). Carrie teaches private voice while pursuing her Doctorate at ASU. Thanks to Dave, Corrin, Cambrian, husband Erich and Conrad the pug.
	Ben Mason Kerchak Ben Mason  is pleased to return to Hale Centre Theatre where he has appeared in a number of productions including A Christmas Carol (Fred), Oklahoma! (Jud Fry) and Forever Plaid (Frankie). Other favorite shows include Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Adam) and Jane Eyre (Mr. Rochester) at the Playmill Theatre, West Yellowstone, MT. Ben gives special thanks to his family—wife Apryl and children Halle, Jack, Aerin, and Guinevere—I do it all for you.
	Vinny Chavez Terk Vinny Chavez  is happy to be at the Hale Centre Theatre for a third summer in a row, this time as Terk! Favorite credits: The Wizard of Oz (Hickory/Tinman), Lend Me a Tenor (Bellhop), Valhalla (Ludwig), Dames at Sea (Dick), Fatboy (Tenant/Prosecutor). Vinny is Program Director for AZ Magic of Music and Dance, a non-profit theater program for disabled youth/adults. Love to Cambrian, family, friends and Jeff.
	Matthew Ryan Harris Professor Porter Matthew Ryan Harris  is thrilled to be back at Hale where he last appeared in The Wizard of Oz (Professor Marvel/The Wizard). Other stage credits include Phantom (Cholet), Footloose (Uncle Wes/Cop/Principal), 9 to 5 (Dick/Detective), Into The Woods (Cinderella's Prince), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Trevor), Wrong Window (Jeff), and A Funny Thing...Forum (Pseudolus). To cast/crew "Thanks for all the laughs!" To Mom, Dad, family, and friends -"I Love You ALL!!!"
	Stephen Serna Clayton Stephen Serna  is enjoying his summer in the jungle with an incredible cast! He was Philippe in Phantom, Tito Merelli in Lend Me a Tenor and Harry in My Fair Lady. Other credits: Corny Collins in Hairspray and Young Joe in Damn Yankees. He has performed at other Valley theaters including The Palms, Desert Stages and Theatre Works. He thanks Danny for the laughs and love! He hopes the audience forgives him for playing this super villain.
	Bryson Holl Young Tarzan Bryson Holl  is a fourth grader at American Leadership Academy and a Webelo Cub Scout. He is thrilled to be performing with Hale! He has performed as Charlie in Willy Wonka and a Wickersham Brother in Seussical (AYT). He has also played Michael in Peter Pan with Valley Youth Theater (age 9) and Desert Stages Theater (age 5). He was nominated for a National Youth Award for best Lead Junior Actor as Oliver in Oliver with Copperstar.
	Joey J Grado Young Terk Joey J Grado  is ecstatic to make his debut at Hale! He was last seen at MCC in Thoroughly Modern Millie as ensemble, Footloose (Lyle) at AYT and Frankenstein (Dr. John Polidori) at AYT. Joey, a sophomore at Mesa High School writes original music. He sends his thanks to Cambrian and all the cast and crew, as well as his family and friends for all their love and support!
	Jonathan Holdsworth Snipes / Elephant / Ape Jonathan Holdsworth  is thrilled to once again step onto the Hale stage and be a part of another fantastic production. He was in Hale's productions of Phantom, My Fair Lady, and The Wizard of Oz. Other credits include Mary Poppins at Phoenix Theatre, Songs for a New World at MCC and The Full Monty with Mesa Encore Theatre. Thanks to the cast and crew, my family, and friends for supporting my love for theatre. Love you, Ash.
	Zib Jacobs Leopard / Frog / Ape Zib Jacobs  a graduate of Broadway Dance Center’s professional program in NYC, has starred as “Rizzo” in Grease, Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz and danced for Madonna’s dance fitness video, Addicted to Sweat. She spent a season performing with the Phoenix Suns’ Solar Squad Dancers. Zib has toured all over the world including England, Ireland, Japan, New York, California and Washington DC but is excited to join Hale Theatre in her native Arizona.
	Jesse Thomas Foster Tarzan's Father / Plant / Ape Jesse Thomas Foster  is a graduate of ASU with a BFA in Voice Performance. This is his third show with Hale where he was last seen as Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz. Favorite shows include A Very Potter Musical (Harry Potter), The 25th Annual…Spelling Bee (Leaf Coneybear), and The Producers (Leo Bloom). He thanks his friends and family as well as Garrett Lee for all his love and support. Mischief Managed.
	Jacqueline Brecker Tarzan's Mother / Flamingo / Ape Jacqueline Brecker  is ecstatic to be returning to the Hale stage! Recent credits include The Wizard of Oz, Carousel (Louise), The Sound of Music (Liesl), Footloose (Ariel), Legally Blonde (Serena), Little Shop of Horrors (Chiffon), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Millie), and The Drowsy Chaperone (Drowsy Chaperone). Lots of love and positive energy to all of her supportive friends and family. Thanks to Dave, Corrin, Lincoln and Cambrian for the experience!
	Kimberly Allyn ShepErd Dance Captain / Butterfly / Ape Kimberly Allyn Sheperd  is excited to be back at Hale Centre Theatre after performing in The Wizard of Oz! In addition to performing, she is currently teaching and choreographing throughout the Valley. Kimberly has a Master's degree from Arizona State University and is the mother of two. Thank you to Cambrian and the whole Hale family for providing this opportunity. Love to Jerrad, Juliet and Jude!
	Lizzie Baggleman Plant / Ape Lizzie Baggleman  is happy to be back at Hale, where she was last seen in 9 to 5. She graduated from ASU with a BA in Theatre in 2013 and will be a full time teacher at Arizona School for the Arts starting this fall. Favorite credits include Tarzan (Mother/Arizona Broadway Theatre), Unstoppable Me (Becca/ PT’s Cookie Company), Hairspray (Tracy Turnblad/ DST) and Urinetown (Little Becky Two Shoes/ PVCC). Much love to her family and friends!
	Anissa Griego Female Soloist / Flamingo / Ape Anissa Griego  is so excited to be experiencing one of her favorite childhood stories of all time on the stage! She is studying Music Theatre at Arizona State University, and has been in previous Hale Centre Theatre productions including: My Fair Lady (ensemble), South Pacific (Liat) and Snow White (the Cat). Anissa gives her thanks to Dave, Corrin, and Cambrian for the wonderful opportunity to be part of this Ape Family!
	Brian Anderson Plant / Ape Brian Anderson  was recently seen at Hale as Ensemble/George in My Fair Lady. Favorite credits include Cabaret (The Emcee), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Leaf Coneybear, Prizm Award), Dog Act (Dog), Atypical Boy (Boy), Bye Bye Birdie (Albert Peterson) and Into the Woods (Jack). Brian graduated with a BA in Theatre with Acting for Stage and Screen Concentration at Arizona State University where he performed with Barren Mind Improv. Thank you to friends and family!
	Dale Mortensen Spider / Ape Dale Mortensen  was recently seen at MCC in Thoroughly Modern Millie (Jimmy) and at Hale in The Sound of Music ( Friedrich von Trapp ). Other favorites: Jem ( To Kill a Mockingbird ), Barnaby Tucker ( Hello Dolly! ), Gavroche ( Les Miserables  - ariZoni award), Jojo ( Seussical - NYA nomination), Prince Chulalongkorn ( The King and I  - ariZoni nomination), Pirate King ( Pirates of Penzance ) and Garvin ( Footloose ). He thanks Dave, Corrin, Cambrian, Lincoln, Kelly and this talented cast.
	Zack Pepe Plant / Ape Zack Pepe  is very excited to be making his Hale Centre Theatre debut! He has recently appeared in Shrek (White Rabbit/Ensemble), 42nd Street (Ensemble), and Fiddler on the Roof (Russian/Son/Bottle Dancer) at Desert Stages Theatre. Some favorite credits include Noises Off! (Frederick/Philip) at Mountain Pointe High School and HMS Pinafore (Sailor) at Grand Canyon University. He thanks everyone for their amazing support and never ending love and a huge shout out to Dani, Harley, and Emmy!
	Cambrian James Director / Choreographer Cambrian James  is well-known for his versatile staging throughout the Valley and nationally. He is a multi-award winning director and choreographer for The Wizard of Oz, My Fair Lady, Footloose, Damn Yankees and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Cambrian has enjoyed a long career as an actor and dancer in Annie (Daddy Warbucks), Crazy For You (Bobby Child), The King and I (the King) and Hairspray (Edna Turnblad). Thanks to Dave, Corrin, Lincoln, Kelly, Laszlo and especially to this very talented cast for their hard work.
	Lincoln Wright Music Director Lincoln Wright  is honored to be back at Hale where he has been music director for many shows including My Fair Lady, The Wizard of Oz, Sound of Music, Phantom, 9 to 5, Dames at Sea, and Hairspray. He was last seen on the Hale stage at the piano in Forever Plaid; before that he was in A Christmas Carol as Fezziwig and the Undertaker. He is also a pianist for Ballet Etudes and Ballet Arizona. He is in awe of this stellar cast and Cambrian's brilliant direction. Thanks to Dave, Corrin and Kelly for all their support.