Amareli  Arias *

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Oliver Bach

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Ollie Bracey

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Taylor Cash

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Sophia Cetera

I first joined Drama Club in 5th grade at Bristol school. I have been in many productions over the years, but my favorites would have to be Hello Dolly, Elf, and Above Average Man. Over the years, I have met many people and became close friends with all. Drama Club has taught me so much about pushing myself and overcoming challenges. I hope to all future thespians that this club will do the same for you!

Sarah Eaton

Sarah Eaton began her journey in Central's Drama Department in Set Construction, where her passion for measurements and wood work came in handy. However, Sarah wanted to do something more challenging and switched into the Scenic Painting team, where she has stayed until her senior year. The Scenic Painting team has helped Sarah to practice her skills in organization and team work, which will help in her future career as an firefighter/EMT. Of all of Sarah's experiences in the Drama Department, her favorite was designing all of the intricate designs for the Wormwood's eclectic wallpaper in all of the rooms of their house. Check them out during the show!

Eddie Gureczny

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John Klenke

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Matthew Koeppen *

I joined cast for every single production here at Central, and I wouldn't change it for the world. Coming into high school, I was a naive, non-talkative freshman. It would absolutely blow my freshman year mind if he saw that I stood as the president of our troupe today. As a cast member for all four years, I have seen people come and go, and it has been interesting to see what each new member brought to the team. Each one brought their own insights, backgrounds, and stories. All of these different people have truly shaped me into the person I am today. I hope to take these stories into my future. And I'll miss the people that they came from. Truly, I love you all. <3

Tori Kriens

My name's Tori. I was pretty hesitant about joining drama my freshmen year, and even though it makes me go insane sometimes, I'm really glad I joined. I ended up joining set construction and never left. I really enjoy being able to help make the magic of a production and I am honored to have met you guys and will miss all of you. I am planning on majoring in environmental science at Stevens Point and will continue to participate in drama there. hehehe

Asher Kusman

Hey! I'm Asher! I joined the drama club in my sophomore year! I started with set construction for my first production and have mostly focused on scenic painting for all the others! I'm really thankful to those who encouraged me to join. Since Elf, I've been involved in every show! I've experienced some losses but have also gained so many new friends through drama, and I couldn't be more grateful for this journey and the people I've met! I wouldn't be the outgoing person I am today without drama. I've enjoyed being behind the scenes of productions and seeing the results of all the hard work we ALL put in, both on stage and off! Drama has become a second family for me, and I wouldn't give that up for anything. I will never forget my high school drama experience. After high school, I plan to go to college close to home to become a Vet Tech and hopefully find a theater to work behind the scenes! My advice is: Join, try new things, step out of your comfort zone, BE YOU, never change for anyone, and talk to new people because you never know who will turn into some of your closest friends and best supporters.

Jack Larsen

Hi I'm Jack, I joined drama club my sophomore year from peer pressure and I honestly wish I had joined sooner. I joined the set team and I quickly fell in love with the environment this company had going. This club has been the highlight of my high-school experience and I really don't want to think about the person I might have been without this makeshift family. I think the most important lesson I've learned is to be unforgivably you. Dance, Laugh, Cry, whatever, just be you and have a blast doing it!

Aiden Meckewicz

I first started Tech in 8th grade at Bristol school and wanted to continue into high school. I really liked the people doing Tech (like Sophia and I guess Eli) because they made it a really fun and interesting environment. My favorite show were Sweet Surrender and Hello Dolly. I plan on majoring in Geology at Colorado School of Mine.

Jackie Pelli *

My mom forced me to join a club my freshman year, "Any club, I don't care, you can't be at home everyday." I picked Drama because I had done it once, in fifth grade. It became the highlight of my week; I gained friends that feel like family, and many skills I didn't know existed, like running up and down the tech booth steps two at a time. My sophomore year, I joined the cast for the first time, and fell in love with theater even more. Perkins the police officer was my first role. I can't even imagine what my high school experience would look like if I hadn't walked into the old, green library on a random tuesday in September of 2022. I am also so grateful for the chance to be a thespian officer twice. The yearbook was so fun to make last year, and I am having a blast as the Vice President this year. I don't know where my future will take me, but I hope it's somewhere as fun as these four years in theater have been.

Sophia Ramirez

I joined Drama Club my sophomore year in costumes for Elf the Musical. It was such a welcoming environment, a place where I slowly felt less alienated and was able to be myself without the anxiety. That year had a variety show, and I auditioned with Ty as a backup singer. We didn't get in, but I joined the Acting Ensemble and found a love for being on the stage along with off. Because of Drama, I was able to reach for stars I never thought were possible. I gained the comfort and confidence for things I would never do, my younger self must've thought I lost it. I love Drama, and the people in it will always have a place in my heart. To my younger self, we found the warmth we didn't know we needed, so there's nothing to fear now.

Alexsandra Rangel

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Adrianna Rocco

Adrianna has been in drama for 3 years, she started her sophomore year. She enjoyed doing Hair&Makeup and being apart of the musical Wizard of Oz. Other Musicals/Plays she was apart of are the Average Man, Elf, The Cat And The Canary.

Nevaeh Royce

NevaehRoyce has been a part of Central's Drama Department since her sophomore year of high school, where she has made great memories, better friends, and washed even more brushes. After graduating, Nevaeh's talent for wrangling the crazy freshman on the team is going to help her for a job in veterinary medicine. In her time on the scenic painting team, one of Nevaeh's favorite memories was painting the bricks on the yellow brick road for Oz. :) She is going to miss staying after school for paint, but Nevaeh Royce is excited for where her future will take her!

Eli Schaal

Hey, I'm Eli. I've been part of Drama Club for four years. I work as a lighting tech, keeping the stage lit and helping where I'm needed. It's been an awesome mix of fun, chaos, and insights I'll carry with me. I've learned a lot, laughed even more, and loved being part of the magic behind the scenes—especially when everything actually worked on cue.

Vanessa Simmons

Hello, my name is Vanessa Simmons and this is my 4th year in drama. I joined my freshman year and have done hair and makeup all 4 years. I chose to join drama because I have always had a passion for creating looks and styles for productions. After high school, I plan on attending college to major in Psychology on a Pre-Med track. Drama club has taught me so much and helped me create so many friendships throughout the years.

Gracie Taylor

If you asked Gracie Taylor how she got into drama, she would say she was bullied into it. However, after four years in both Hair and Make up and the Scenic Painting teams, Gracie is very grateful for all of the memories she has made! Also, the opportunity to be as creative as she has been will help her in her future career as a cosmetologist. Gracie's favorite memory from being in the scenic painting department was listening to all of the great music the team would play in the paint loft. It was always so fun listening to the variety of tastes from all of the members, and singing along to her favorite songs while the team worked. 

Amber VanderVere

I joined Drama Club my Sophomore year. This is where I started my journey in hair and makeup. On this crew, I met so many new, amazing people who welcomed me with open arms and taught me so much. Being a part of this crew also helped me grow close to other members of the company that I would not have met otherwise. I will forever be grateful for the relationships this club has allowed me to create and the memories that will live on forever through those walls.

Kailee Vermilyer *

My name is Kailee Vermilyer. I have been in drama club for three years now. I have been on cast for every show that I've done. Ever since I was little I have always loved to sing, dance, and act. I fell in love with the art of theater after my very first show, Elf. I remember being so scared but everyone was so welcoming and made me feel like I could actually be myself. After these three years I have been able to be a part of a family. A home away from home. I am so grateful for everything that drama club has done for me. I have made so many friends through this club. After I graduate I plan to attend a UW school to major in Communication and minor in Psychology. One thing I think everyone should keep in mind is to cherish every moment, even the small ones, because you never know when you are going to do something for the last time.

Cadance Zange

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