A Steampunk Christmas Carol at Carlisle Theatre

Aaron Moore

Aaron is excited to have the opportunity to be playing one of the Ghosts of Christmas Future in this year's production of a Steampunk Christmas Carol. This show marks his fourth production on stage with Players on High. He was previously seen in #IWillBeYourVoice as Elliot, A Steampunk Christmas Carol (2022) as Peter Cratchit, and A Steampunk Christmas Carol (2021) as Young Scrooge and ensemble. While not at the theatre, he enjoys playing various musical instruments, participating in Boy Scouts, and Ping Pong. He is also a student member of the Carlisle High School Tech Team (Thundering Productions). He would like to thank his friends and family for all of their support.

Abby Moore

Abby is thrilled to be reprising her role as "The Laundress" in this year's production of A Steampunk Christmas Carol. She was also seen on stage with Players on High in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (ensemble), and #IWillBeYourVoice (Cheyenne) She stayed behind the scenes for the Players on High production of the Crucible, where she served as the Assistant Stage Manager. When not at the Theatre, Abby enjoys playing Field Hockey and Lacrosse for Carlisle High School, Rock Climbing, and spending time with friends. She would like to thank her friends and family for all of their support.

Adelaide Weyant

Adelaide Weyant (Fan) is delighted to have her first performance with Players on High in A Steampunk Christmas Carol. She made her theatrical debut this summer playing Gretl Von Trapp in The Sound of Music with Keystone Theatrics at The Allenberry. Adelaide enjoys reading, math, softball, field hockey, kayaking, her 4H group, and riding her bike. She looks forward to many more plays and musicals in the future; and thanks everyone who has been supporting her as a budding actress. #ohyourewonderful :]

Aedan Shevlin

Aedan Shevlin is a senior at Carlisle High School. He is happy to return to the Carlisle Theatre stage having played Reverend Hale in “The Crucible” in October, but he is no stranger to the stage. He has performed in Footloose at the high school as Ren McCormack and as Macduff in Macbeth. He would like to thank his parents and friends for the endless support in his performances.

Alyanna Donna Montgomery

Alyanna Donna Montgomery is a junior at Carlisle High School and is thrilled to be part of this amazing production. Past credits for Alyanna include Little Sally (Urinetown), Belle/Future Ghost (A Steampunk Christmas Carol), Dirk Vanderflat (The Legend of Sleepy Hollow), and Lady Macduff (Macbeth). Alyanna also does a variety of other performances and singing outside of the Carlisle Theatre including Coffeehouses at CHS and participating in CHS’ Shakespeare Troupe. In any free time that they have, Alyanna spends it making art and hanging out with friends. Alyanna would like to thank Catie and Ashley for this amazing opportunity as well as their mom and Greta (their best friend) for getting them through everything.

Anna Forrester

Anna Forrester (Belinda Cratchit) has a passion for theater and is excited to be performing in her very first production with Players on High! You may recognize Anna from her role as Cruella De Vil, in Crestview Elementary’s production of 101 Dalmatians Jr., or from her various roles in Wilson Middle School’s production of Annie Jr. When she’s not on stage, Anna is an active member of the Carlisle community serving as Junior Miss Carlisle Ice Queen. Anna also enjoys singing, reading, swimming, volleyball, and playing with her dog Snoopy.

Audrey Caldwell

After over a decades long hiatus from all things theatre, Audrey Caldwell found her footing with POH playing Tituba in The Crucible. She loved her newfound family so much she decided to keep the party going and continued with A Steampunk Christmas Carol. She is delighted to be back with many new and returning faces and can’t wait to see what comes next.

Autumn Harrell

Autumn Harrell (Tiny Tim) is a third grader and the youngest of four in an Army family. This production is her theatrical debut and she says it really means a lot for her to be in this performance. Autumn is also a dancer who loves animals and playing outside with her friends. She wants to thank Paige "for teaching her to do this stuff" and is so excited to follow in her siblings' footsteps and be onstage herself!

Avni Gainer

Avni Gainer (Belle’s Daughter 2) is just happy to be part of this incredible show. At the age of seven, she is absorbing everything around her, and excited to learn about the characters and themes in each scene she is a part of on stage. Avni is also excited to act alongside her older sister, in a supportive and helpful manner. This is her first live role on stage and she’s up for the challenge!

Benjamin E. Greenberg

Benjamin Greenberg is happy to return as Bob Cratchit for a third year. He recently appeared as Judge Hathorne in The Crucible, Dr. Sanderson in Harvey, Mr. Green in Clue, and Geoffrey in The Lion in Winter (Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg). He co-directed You Can’t Take It With You with Ashley Byerts this past spring. He also designed the projections for this show, as well as The Secret Garden and Sleepy Hollow. He is studying technical film and theatre at HACC. He is the author of Pagliacci Justice.

Brian Silva

Brian Silva (Fred) is excited to return to Carlisle Theatre’s annual telling of Steampunk Christmas Carol, after playing Young Ebenezer Scrooge last year. This time as his Nephew! Brian has been traveling around Central PA performing in various venues and shows this past year. Regional Credits: Dear Soldier Boy (Blue Gate Musicals) - Featured Male/Swing; The Home Game (Blue Gate Musicals) - Featured Male/Male Swing. Favorite Notable Credits include: Rent (Tom Collins), Puffs (Wayne Hopkins), Cats (Mungojerrie), Paranoia (Game Master), and Anything Goes (Lord Evelyn Oakleigh). He would like to thank his friends, family, and everyone out there for their love, inspiration, and supporting the arts all across Pennsylvania.

Caroline Edwards

Caroline Edwards is happy to be back on stage at Carlisle Theatre. This is her second time participating in A Steampunk Christmas Carol and her 8th production this year! Caroline has participated in productions with Players on High, Gamut Theatre, Chambersburg Community Theatre, and Gettysburg Community Theatre. Some of her most recent roles were Doris/Angel ensemble in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Chambersburg Community Theatre), The French Narrator in SpongeBob the Musical Jr. (Gettysburg Community Theatre), Thing 2 in Seussical Junior (Players on High summer camp), and Yolanda Gabrielle in Ruby! The Story of Ruby Bridges (Chambersburg Community Theatre). She loves acting and playing her piano. Caroline would like to thank her friends and family for their continued support.

Cathryn Moore

Cat Moore is appearing in her fifth show with Players On High. She made her stage debut as Tiny Tim in A Steampunk Christmas Carol in 2021 and hasn’t stopped acting since. Most recently seen as Young Kangaroo this past summer in Seussical Jr., she is looking forward to sharing the stage again with her family and her best friend. Outside of the theatre, she enjoys collecting stuffed animals, playing with her two cats, and practicing her violin.

Charles Miller

Charles Miller is so happy to be back at the Carlisle theater for his second show at the theater. As some of you know, Charles is a 21-year-old actor and writer who strives to one day star on television. He dedicates his performances to his lovely girlfriend Annie and wouldn't be half the man he is today without her. Charles is excited to be a part of his number one favorite Christmas story and to work with so many people he admires and respects.

Cassandra Cherricks

Cassandra is a ninth-grader at Big Spring High School. She has been in past productions of Annie Get Your Gun and The Wizard of Oz where she was cast as part of the ensemble for the high school musicals. She was also cast as ensemble for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella at the Allenberry Playhouse last spring. A Steampunk Christmas Carol is her second production at Carlise Theater. In October, she was in The Crucible as a conjuring dancer. Currently, she is a member of Big Spring High School's concert choir and acting club, and she is a gymnastics volunteer partner coach for the Special Olympics. She would like to thank the Carlisle Theater Players On High creative team, the cast, and her family for supporting her.

Dave Lang

Dave Lang is thrilled to be back for a third year reprising the role of Scrooge. This is his 13th production at Carlisle Theatre and his 56th production overall. “It warms my heart to be sharing the stage with so many cast members who are new to theater and with so many returning cast members, many whom are playing different roles this year. If you watch the show and it looks like we are having fun – you’re right! I highly recommend giving it a try – it’s an experience like no other.” Dave has also performed locally at Hershey Area Playhouse, Upstart Arts, Forge Theater, Gettysburg Community Theater, The Micro Theatre at Broadway Tavern, and Lebanon Community Theater. He enjoys competitive ping-pong and is an avid board gamer. Dave studies vocal performance at Roger Lentz Studio.

David Kretzing

David Kretzing is happy to again be a part of The Steampunk Christmas Carol cast. This is David's 3rd time being on stage in a Players on High production. He is the youngest of four children and is in the 5th grade at LeTort Elementary. David is a big fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and is a walking encyclopedia of sports facts and player stats. In his free time, he enjoys playing video games, playing sports, and performing on stage.

Elizabeth Muldoon

This is Elizabeth’s second year as a Soloist in Steampunk Christmas Carol. She was a Lobby Performer for POH’s production of Urinetown in June. Elizabeth loves theater, art, dance, and music. This summer, she worked on skill-building, creativity, and collaboration with some of Philadelphia’s top theatre artists at Arden Theatre’s Teen Camp. She sang, danced, and acted at Gamut Theatre Group in their summer Academy, playing Susie in The Last Cookie, and appeared in Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet’s production of Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at Whitaker Center and Hershey Theatre. She studied method acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, playing Seagull in The Magic Feather. Elizabeth sings in the Men and Youth Choir at St. John’s Episcopal Church and in the Susquehanna Children’s Chorale (where she performed FOLLOW YOUR HEART from Urinetown, this fall). Elizabeth is in sixth grade at Hershey Middle School. She plays piano and saxophone and loves to sing. She is thrilled to be back with Players on High at the Carlisle Theatre!

Ellen Davis

Ellen is delighted to be returning to A Steampunk Christmas Carol as a Topper Guest, Future Ghost, and a hostess for the winter Fete! Her previous stage roles have included Fan in last year’s Christmas Carol, Maddie (Saturday) in #iwillbeyourvoice, Eliza in The Shelling of Carlisle, and Susana Wallcott in The Crucible. Ellen has also helped out as an assistant stage manager student intern for Urinetown. In her spare time, she loves reading, playing Animal Crossing New Horizons, and making slime. She hopes you enjoy the performance and wishes you Happy Holidays!

Emily Balog

Greta Weirich

Greta Weirich is a Junior at Carlisle High School and this is her 4th production at the Carlisle Theater - though her first one in a while! Some of her favorite and most notable theater credits include Ariel Moore (Footloose), Paulette (Legally Blonde), and Olive Ovstrovsky Understudy/Swing (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee). Greta can often be found keeping herself busy in CHS's Shakespeare Troupe - fearlessly directing, as well as acting, singing with CHS' Chamber Singers, performing as a poet and singer for the school's Coffee-House program, and working for the non-profit organization LEAF. She would like to thank her best friend - Alyanna - and her boyfriend - Lex - for always supporting her and for doing this show with her. She'd also like to thank everyone involved with this show for their hard work.

Hadley D'Esopo

Hadley Qualls

Hadley Qualls (Ghost of Christmas Past), a junior at Harrisburg Academy, is excited to be returning to the Carlisle Theatre stage as the Ghost of Christmas Past. Some of Hadley’s favorite theatrical credits include: Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey), The Secret Garden (Mary Lennox), School of Rock (Tomika Spencer-Williams), Urinetown: The Musical (Ensemble/Little Sally u/s), Bonnie and Clyde (Blanche Barrow), and The Crucible (Mary Warren). She is currently rehearsing for the role of Belle in Harrisburg Academy’s Spring production of Beauty and the Beast. Off the stage, Hadley enjoys playing soccer, baking, and traveling. Hadley would like to thank the cast and crew for their hard work, her parents for their support, and her voice teacher, Ashley Byerts, for her training and encouragement.

Hank Sollman

Hank Sollman is excited to play a tosher digging for treasure in the Winter Fete, while also being ready to explain to the mean schoolmaster that it is indeed Christmas. A 6th grader at Wilson Middle School, he is an avid gamer who loves rolling with his Fortnite squads and looking for (virtual) treasures.

Janelle French

Janelle French returns to the stage in her fifth production with Carlisle Theatre. She's delighted to reprise her role as Mrs. Cratchit in this year's performance. She thanks the entire cast and crew for making "A Steampunk Christmas Carol" such a memorable holiday experience for the Carlisle community. Janelle is also incredibly grateful for the support of her family, without whom she wouldn't be able to pursue her passions.

John Fitzgerald

John Fitzgerald is excited to reprise his role as the narrator Charles Dickens in the third annual Christmas special. Recently retired, John spends his time catching up on decades of procrastinated reading and studying voice acting. John is the proud father of five amazing, adult children, and celebrates his 41th wedding anniversary with Laurie after our final performance. John thanks Rick Sheffe, for getting him started in Community Theatre, Ashley Byerts for her belief in him and coaching, Catie MO for her example and support, and for the amazing new friends in the Players on High. Community Theatre fulfills his lifelong dream of storytelling via the performing arts.

Juniper Griesemer

Juniper Griesemer is excited to be revisiting her role as Tiny Tim this holiday season! She is in first grade at Crestview Elementary and lives in Carlisle with her parents and two dogs, Reese and Toby. Outside of the theatre, Juniper participates in the youth wrestling program and various classes at Carlisle Dance.

Kaelyn Rinehart

Kaelyn Rinehart (Martha Crachit) is a 7th-grade student at Saint Patrick School and is excited to be back on the stage at Carlisle Theater. Some of her favorite roles include Snow White (Snow White), Rainbow Fish (Rainbow Fish), Matilda (Matilda, Jr.), Cat (Edgar Allan Poe Afterlife Radio Show), and Betty Parris (The Crucible). She recently closed the curtain on Beowulf on a Budget where she played the stage manager. Off the stage, Kaelyn plays violin, sings in the choir, and has been working on her skateboard tricks. Kaelyn is looking forward to many more shows.

Kevin Hand

Kevin Hand (Young Husband/Ensemble) is back on stage after a 25-year hiatus from theatrical productions. This is Kevin’s 1st production with Players on High and his 6th production overall. He has also performed in Funky Winkerbean's Homecoming, The Pajama Game, South Pacific, The Music Man, and Guys and Dolls. Kevin is a retired Navy/Air Force veteran and enjoys learning/experiencing new things in his spare time. He is grateful that the Players on High and Carlisle community continue to support the art of storytelling from a stage and is excited to be a part of it.

Kimberly Edwards

Kimberly Edwards is playing Mother in the ensemble and is delighted to be back at on stage for a second time for A Steampunk Christmas Carol. She earned her B.A. in Theatre from Kutztown University and has worked for MLB Minor League Entertainment, and Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts Entertainment. She enjoys doing stage makeup, special effects makeup, costuming, and being a backstage Mom at various local theatres. Kimberly is happy to be performing alongside her daughter Caroline, and would like to thank her husband Todd for all his support.

Lex Boyd

Lex Boyd (Bobby/Ensemble) is excited to be joining in his first production ever at the Carlisle Theater. Lex has starred in many productions at Carlisle High School in both Shakespeare plays and musicals. He has also directed Shakespeare scenes for Carlisle High School’s Shakespearean Fall Festival. Along with this, Lex plays a big part in his school’s broadcasting program writing, directing, producing, and starring in many segments and commercials. He also is a star member of the improv troupe Wingin’ It.

Liliana Rice

Liliana "Lily" Rice is delighted to be returning for her 3rd year of The Christmas Carol. She is 14 years old and attends school in Carlisle. Lily sings, plays both the drums and guitar, and enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Livy Sollman

Livy Sollman joins her BFF Kit Cat for a second time as school kids in a Steampunk Christmas Carol, and she was especially excited to create a puppet show for the Winter Fete. She is in 4th grade at Bellaire Elementary and loves to role-play with her friends, snuggle with her pets (Poppy, Hamish, & Flash), make art with her Mama, and build LEGO models with her Daddy.

Mary Adams

Mary Adams is a tax accountant who moonlights as a theatre performer. As a college student, she was a member of the Georgetown Thespians and performed at Stage One in Washington, D.C. From 1983 to 2001 she graced many a kickline during the Hospital Follies. She has appeared onstage at the Carlisle Theatre as a homeless person and The Secretary of Labor in “Annie”, as a nun in “Sister Act”, and in the chorus of “Guys and Dolls”, “The Pajama Game”, and “Once Upon a Mattress”. Her most recent roles were as Mrs. Medlock in “The Secret Garden”, Marilla Cuthbert in “Anne of Green Gables”, and Sister Berthe in the Allenberry Production of “The Sound of Music”. Tonight she expects to clean house as the charwoman!

Matthew Harrell

Matthew Harrell (young Scrooge) is new to Carlisle. He's a sixth grader at Lamberton Middle School and a proud Army kid. He has participated in school musicals with his favorite being Into the Woods, Jr (Jack). Matthew also plays the clarinet and piano and loves to sing, read, and go for bike rides. He is thrilled to make his debut in community theatre with the Players on High and his sisters!

Max Balog

Max Brosius

Max Brosius (Future Ghost 4) enjoys being a part of Players on High. Max has performed at the Carlisle Theater in multiple productions including I Will Be Your Voice and Seussical Jr. When not on the stage, he loves spending time with his 5 (fat) cats.

Mike Shevlin

“A Steampunk Christmas Carol” marks Mike Shevlin’s second stage production with the Players on High family. He previously played Martin Vanderhof in “You Can’t Take It With You.” His portrayal of Scrooge’s schoolmaster in no way reflects his own childhood in Britain (well, maybe a little). He would like to thank his youngest son, Aedan, for inspiring him to join the Players. He is also grateful to the directors, crew, and cast for being such awesome people, and most of all to his wife, Megan, for her patience and support.

Miriam March

Miriam is an 8th grader at Yellow Breeches Middle School. Miriam has performed as Alice in Matilda, Jr., the French Teacher Mean Girls, Jr., a Knight in Shrek, Jr., and as a Shadow Dancer in The Crucible. She is a Cadette Girl Scout and is working on her Silver Award at the Craighead House in Boiling Springs. She is looking forward to playing one of Fezziwig's Daughters in her second performance with Players on High. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, drawing, and gardening.

Paige Harrell

Paige is a junior at Carlisle High School and is so excited to be a part of this amazing show! This is her second show at the Carlisle Theatre, and she's thrilled to be back! Paige is a military kid and has performed on stages all over the globe, most recently with Timber Creeks' Falcon Theatre in Fort Worth, Texas, and is an active participant in her school's wonderful Shakespeare Troupe. Her favorite roles include Catherine from Pippin and Abigail Williams in Carlisle Theatre's Crucible. Alongside theatre, Paige also enjoys gardening, writing poetry, crocheting, and baking cookies! She is an avid Christmas lover and can't wait to share the joy of the season with you!

Piper Cauthon

Rick Sheffe

Rick Sollman

Rick Sollman jumped at the chance to be Mr. Fezziwig after debuting in A Steampunk Christmas Carol last year, especially since he gets to be on stage with his real-life wife, Tara--who is Mrs. Fezziwig--for the first time! In the past year, Rick has performed in Dying for a Drink, You Can't Take It With You, The Shelling of Carlisle, Urinetown, and most recently as Judge Danforth in The Crucible. The resident dramaturg, Rick teaches history by day and enjoys exploring his adopted home in Carlisle with his wife Tara with their kids Livy & Hank, and beloved aunt/Momo Bev & mom/Grandma Gail (not to mention Game Night with the Moore family!)

Russ Moore

Russ is thrilled to reprise his role as Topper, and as one of the London Gentlemen, in this year's production of a Steampunk Christmas Carol. This marks his Sixth production with Players on High. He was previously seen relieving himself on a wall as Old Man Strong in Urinetown, wearing a toga while standing on the dining room table as Mr. De Pinna in You Can't Take it With You, Baltus Van Tassel, the wealthiest man in the valley, in the Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and multiple small roles in The Secret Garden. He would like to thank the entire cast and crew of Christmas Carol for their dedication and hard work, as well as all the fun that was brought to the rehearsals. He would also like to thank his wife Amanda and children Cathryn, Aaron, and Abigail for all of their support. He couldn't have done it without you. Everyone, "Let's have a game!"

Ryleigh Love

Ryleigh Love is excited to join Players on High for her second Christmas Carol. She’ll be playing Ms. Fezziwig 3 and can’t wait to get down on the dance floor! Aside from Players on High, Ryleigh is a very active member of the Carlisle High School Shakespeare Troupe and has performed there for 3 years. She has just finished directing a scene with her best friend Patience Gelsinger, who she’d like to thank for being the best friend in the world and an even better director.

Sejal Gainer

Sejal Gainer (Bella’s daughter 1) is thrilled to have the chance to be part of a live show at the age of nine. She loves the performing arts and enjoys learning the history of a scene, role play, and improv. Sejal feels lucky to watch and learn from the incredibly talented cast and actors with Players on High. This is her second live production ever, with the previous one as Coco the Elf in the ‘Twas the Week After Christmas production in 2022 at the American Int’l School of Kingston, in Jamaica.

Simon Davis

Simon Davis feels great about joining the cast of A Steampunk Christmas Carol for a second year. Last year, he portrayed a schoolboy; this year, he stretches his acting skills by becoming an automaton in the Winter Fete. When not on stage, Simon can be found giving hugs, storytelling with his LEGOs, listening to audiobooks, playing BOTW on Switch, or playing outside no matter the weather. He hopes portraying an automaton will bring this show to life and make your enjoyment of it out of this world!

Tanner Holtry

Tanner Holtry is a young, but active, member of the local acting community. His first experience acting was in the 2022 performance of 'The Wizard of Oz' at Big Spring High School. Later that year, he got the role of Colin Craven in 'The Secret Garden'. This marks his first role with the Carlisle Players on High. 'Steampunk Christmas Carol' was number two, voicing boy Scrooge in the 2022 production. 2023 started with a role in 'I Will Be Your Voice', by Chris Kapp, followed by his first re-enactment performance in the 'Shelling of Carlisle'. A lobby performance for 'Urinetown', and the Sour Kangaroo in 'Seussical Jr' and a small part in ‘The Crucible" round out 2023's list. 'Steampunk Christmas Carol' will be Tanner's 9th performance.

Tara Sollman

Tara Sollman (Mrs. Fezziwig) is thrilled to join her first Players on High production alongside her husband (Mr. Fezziwig) and their two kiddos. She previously appeared on stage as Mrs. Paddy in State College Community Theatre’s production of 'A Curious Savage.’ Her dream is to form or join a ragtag choir of adults that sing songs from ‘The Greatest Showman’ in public places.

William Davis

William Davis is over the moon to be in this lovely production as Peter Cratchit! He has been an ardent supporter of the Carlisle Theatre’s staged productions; this is his first time being part of a cast. He hopes he does well. In his spare time, William likes to play outside, play the Pokémon TCG and video games, and read. He undoubtedly knows that you will enjoy the production!

William Donaldson

As of the opening night of A Steampunk Christmas Carol William will not only be celebrating his 45th birthday but also his 30th year of being an actor on stage, in film, and a TV. William has been on stage with both the Harrisburg Christian Performing Arts Center and Players On High. He has also been in 2 movies, and a TV pilot. Some of his favorite roles include Jonathan Neuman in Dark Operations, being Lead Ninja in Buddy Cop, and most recently appearing on stage earlier this year in the POH performance of You Can't Take It With You as Donald. This year has been a hard one for William with the loss of his mother and would love to dedicate his performance in A Steampunk Christmas Carol to her!

Xander Holsinger

This is Xander’s second stage production ever. He attended Players’ on High summer camp and caught the acting bug in The Seussical. Along with acting, he loves to sing and dance and looks forward to participating in many future performances. Outside of plays, he is an active Boy Scout in Troop 180 and a student of Carlisle Kung Fu. When he grows up, he hopes to own a retro gaming store.