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	Kelly Albright - Millie Dillmount Kelly has been performing with Signature for over 17 years. Favorite roles include the Narrator in Joseph and the…Dreamcoat, Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, Cathy in the Last Five Years and the title role in Cinderella where she met her real life Prince Charming. Kelly has toured as Ethel Tofflemeir in the national tour of The Music Man and sang with Mickey and Minnie Mouse at Tokyo Disneyland. She has a BFA in Music Dance Theatre from BYU where she performed with the Young Ambassadors. She sends her love to her Thoroughly Amazing husband! Gimme Gimme! YAY!
	Edward Gelhaus - Jimmy Smith Edward is a recent add to the Las Vegas area, comes to us direct from a tour in the Medt. After completing a Bachelors in Theatre from St. Mary’s University of the Arts, he completed 2 equity tours with Chanhassen Theatre Company soon followed by 2 tours as a featured singer on Royal Caribbean Int. He is honored to be a part of this production of Thoroughly Modern Millie. He thanks his family and friends, most of all his sister Nell who has pressed him forward in hard times
	Erik Ball - Trevor Graydon I should be so lucky to have such an amazing wife Emily, forgiving Pug, trusting directors, caring Grandmother, inspiring Faith Lutheran students, and talented fellow cast and crew mates who lend support, even when I’m not usin’ the ol’ bean! But these people mean so much more to me than mere words can dictate, no matter how fast I type.
	Sandra Huntsman - Miss Dorothy Brown Sandra is so excited to be back on the Signature stage. In her 14 years with Signature Productions, favorite roles include Eliza – My Fair Lady, Andrea – Once On This Island and Yonah – Children of Eden. HUGS to my awesome kids – Chloe, Piper, Ryder and Lola and amazing husband, Steve, for their support so I can have my turn play!
	Kellie Wright - Mrs. Meers Kellie most recently starred in Bottoms Up with Rip Taylor. Past shows include Tony n Tina’s Wedding, Jubilee and many musicals in Las Vegas and CA. She currently sings with her jazz trio A Touch of Blue and also Divas Undercover for Farrington Productions, is thrilled to be doing her first show with Signature and thanks her wonderful husband, Phil, for everything!
	Tai Lewis - Muzzy Van Hossmere Tai is thrilled to be apart of the Signature Productions family for the second time. She made her Signature debut in last years’ production of Aida. She would like to thank her Mom and her fiance Noe for their love and support and to Signature Productions for letting her satisfy her inner thespian while playing such a sassy, brassy, soulful diva!! Peace and blessings!
	Paul Villaluz - Ching Ho Paul is a transportation engineer who has performed the national anthem over 150 times for the Las Vegas Wranglers. This is his sixth show with Signature Productions. He thanks Leslie for not giving up on him. He loves his family and his Miss Stephanie very much.
	Masami Kadota - Bun Foo Masami comes from Japan where she has been dancing since she was 3 years old. She graduated from CSN in December 2006 where she performed with CSN Dance Company and went onto American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC graduating in October 2008. Her dream role is Connie in A Chorus Line.
	Anita Bean - Miss Flannery Anita is happy to perform for the first time with Signature Productions’ Thoroughly Modern Millie. Anita has only been in Las Vegas for a year, having left 16 years of work as a cruise ship dancer. She holds a B.A. in Drama from San Diego State University. She looks forward to keeping everyone ship shape as Miss Flannery!
	Ambree Klem - Alice This is Ambree's first production with Signature! Past favorite shows include Into the Woods, Seussical and High School Musical 2: Onstage (pilot premire.) She performed for 8 months at the Walt Disney World Resort in 2007 and still performs there seasonally. She holds an associates degree from SUU and is now pursuing a Bachelors in cultural studies. Thanks to her family and friends.
	Jacqueline Melendez - Ruth, Stenog Jacqueline is honored that this is her third show with Signature. Previous shows include Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan and now Millie, The happiest show on earth! She would like to thank those closest to her for their love and dedication in seeing that her dreams come true. Special thanks to Shannon for all her encouragement, love ya lady!
	Chanel Herren - Gloria, Daphne Chanel’s theatrical credits include:Peter Pan as Tiger Lily, Footloose, Once Upon a Mattress, South Pacific, Seussical The Musical as Mrs. Mayor, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown and Moments of Paws as Rosalinda. She is rarely without a Diet Coke and her Blackberry. Chanel dedicates her performance to a green glass love. “La danse de la vie”
	Clarissa Wheatly - Ethel Peas, Ensemble Clarissa has been in singing and dancing ensembles for twelve years. Her most recent show was High School Musical On Stage at Tuacahn Center of the Arts, where she was assistant choreographer while playing a cheerleader and a brainiac. She is excited to perform with Signature and thanks her family and friends for their love and support. -Thanks guys!
	Morgan Shaw - Cora, New Modern, Ensemble After years of thinking about it, Morgan’s finally doing a show with Signature Productions, and she is thrilled! She’d like to thank the Signature board, cast, and crew for giving her the opportunity and for making this a memorable experience. She’d also like to thank and hug her untiringly patient, supportive, and encouraging family.
	Kristal Mair - Lucille, Peal Lady, Ensemble Kristal has been dancing and performing in the Las Vegas area for over 6 years. Some of her credits include, the Oregon Festival of American Music, Siegfried and Roy, La Cage, and the Can Can Cabaret. This is Kristal’s first musical with Signature, and she would love to thank her family, and her husband for all their support!
	Amelia Cruz - Rita, Dishwasher, Ensemble Amelia is delighted to be apart of Signature Productions, making Thoroughly Modern Millie her introduction into the theater world. She has studied different genres of dance and grew a love for tap thanks to some awesome teachers Chris Timmons, Bernard Manners, and the destinguished Henry LeTang. Thank you Erick, Josiah, Elijah, Jewel, mom and dad for your encouragment and support.
	Seonaid Barngrover - Dorothy Parker, Ensemble Seonaid has been preforming for most of her life. She is excited to be part of Thoroughly Modern Millie. Some of her past credits include: South Pacific, 42nd Street and Camelot. She has spent the last several years dancing and doing stunt work in shows around the world. She thanks her parents for without them she’d have nothing and hopes her Dad is smiling down from heaven.
	Lark Fillmore - Mathilde, Ensemble Lark graduated from BYU with a BA in Dance. After performing and teaching dance for a few years, she took a break and had 3 babies in 4 years! She is excited to come out of retirement and perform with Signature. Thanks to her husband and family for their support and to Afton, Paul and Mimi for dancing with her!
	Victorio Pacson - Rodney, Letch, Ensemble Victorio was born in The Philippines, grew up in Glen Burnie, MD, graduated from Towson University in Baltimore, performed all over the world, and now finds himself singing and dancing in Las Vegas, making his Signature Productions debut. He is excited to be in this show and honored for the opportunity to entertain you. Thanks for supporting the arts.
	Mark Clark - George Gershwin, Ensemble Mark is glad to make his debut with Signature Productions in Thoroughly Modern Millie! Most recently he appeared as Lance Boyle in Premiere of NICK SAINT the Musical based on Miracle on 34th Street. Other credits include 6 prod’s of West Side Story, A Chorus Line 2x’s, Holland America & Royal Caribbean Cruise lines to name a few.
	Casey Quinn - Ira Gershwin, Ensemble Casey is proud to make his Las Vegas debut with Signature Productions. His most recent stage appearances include the Cardozo Law Revue in New York City and the Big Country Dinner Theatre in Cisco, TX. Casey is grateful for the support of his lovely wife Sophia—the only reason that could ever get him to leave NYC!
	Carl Smith - Dexter, Ensemble Carl recently graduated from Southern Utah University, where he played such roles as Bud Frump in How to Succeed and the Grinch in Seussical. He thanks his parents for the room and board, Peter Sham for the guidance, and Signature, for the stage time. Carl is the ultimate Musical theatre Nerd.
	Brett Manning - Kenneth, Ensemble Brett is very excited to be apart of Signature Productions as this is his first time. He has lived in Las Vegas most of his life. Brett’s hobbies include singing, dancing, guitar, and piano. He wants to thank those of his family and friends who supported him in this new endeavor, and especially Shannon Winkel for her infinite patience and support.
	Christian Escobar - File Clerk, Ensemble Christian is so excited to be preforming in his third Signature production. Former credits include Beauty and the Beast, Aida, Rooster in Annie and countless productions at the International Church of Las Vegas. He would like to thank his incredible family and friends for all of their love and support. This one is for you Nan and Pop!!!
	Leon Ritchie - Ensemble Leon is excited to be a part of Thoroughly Modern Millie! Some of his recent credits include The Will Rogers Follies, 42nd St, and Sweet Charity. He has worked with broadway stars such as Dana Moore and Andrew Lippa. He is very excited to be part of the Signature family. His performance is dedicated to Christopher.
	Anthony Carder - Enesmble Anthony has appeared on theater stages in California, his home state, as John Truitt in Meet Me In St. Louis, Sir Evelyn Oakley in Anything Goes, and many other roles. In film and TV, he’s worked with such talented film directors as Steven Spielberg, John Woo, and Quentin Tarantino. An entertainer at his very heart, Anthony is pleased to join the Signature team presenting this fantastic show.
	Leslie Fotheringham - Director Leslie has been directing and producing with Signature for the last 18 years. She currently serves as Signature’s Artistic Director. Her directing credits include Brigadoon, The Secret Garden, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Children of Eden, The Sound Of Music, Once On This Island, My Fair Lady and Joseph…Coat. Leslie has appeared on stage in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown as Lucy, Adelaide in Guys and Dolls and the Wicked Stepmother in Cinderella. Leslie loves spending time with her 7 grandchildren. She thanks her husband, Dennis, the love of her life, for his love and patience as she spends countless hours playing with all her friends at Signature.
	Shauna Oblad - Musical Director Shauna has been with Signature Productions from it’s beginnings in 1988 as Director, Assistant Director, Floor Sweeper, but usually as Musical Director. She was educated at Brigham Young University and the University of Utah in Music Education and Piano Pedagogy. She thanks John, her 4 great children and 11 grandchildren for their support in this “hobby” called theatre. Thanks to all of our Signature friends both old and new and the great audiences who continue to support us!
	Teresa Martinez - Choreographer Teresa is thrilled to be working with Signature once again in another fabulous production! She holds a BFA in Dance and currently choreographs and teaches to all ages. Some recent credits include The Outlet Dance Project, Dance Under the Stars Choreography Festival, Jesus Christ Superstar, A Grand Night for Singing, Beauty and the Beast and AIDA. She extends many thanks to Leslie for believing in her work and sends much love to her Randy, her family and of course, the cast/crew! Love and thanks to you all!
	Shannon Winkel - Tap Choreographer Shannon has been a professional singer/dancer/actress for 11 years in productions all over America and has choreographed for productions Off-Broadway, National Tours, Regional and Collegiate Theater, and for her many studio classes. Shannon has studied tap with Savion Glover, Mike Minery, Brenda Bufalino, (NYC) etc. (She can never keep her feet still!) Thanks to Lamar, Brendan, and wonderful cast and crew!