MEET THE CAST OF THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
KURT GARDNER–
DOM CLAUDE FROLLO
Kurt first appeared on the Dulcie stage as Judge Turpin in Sweeney Todd in 2012. His favorite role was King Arthur in Spamalot because he learned so much about coconuts, swallows, and shrubbery. He is excited to get to be on stage again with these amazing people. Kurt would like to thank his beautiful wife Erika for supporting and tolerating him whenever the acting bug bites.
KIFF LANDECK–
JEHAN FROLLO/STATUE
Kiff is grateful to be making his Shane Center debut this fall with such a great community, but he has been performing on stage since he was a kid. He has played the roles of Winthrop in The Music Man, Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid, and a pickpocket in Oliver! just to name a few. Kiff works as a Sound Engineer at Jereco Studios and performs as a concert pianist in his free time.
TAMI RENNER-
FLORIKA/GARGOYLE
After a very long hiatus from musical theatre, Tami is so excited to flex her singing chops again doing what she loves the most: performing! Having grown up in Bozeman, Tami first made the trek over the hill to participate in the Shane Center’s 2011 production of The King and I. Tami is so excited to be up on stage again, but please don’t bring any turtles because she is deathly afraid…
MICHAEL STEVENS–
FATHER DUPIN
Michael decided to audition because his son, Milo, asked if he would join him on stage. His first show at the Shane Center was just this season in the spring production of My Fair Lady. Before making his way to the stage, Michael worked in the military for 38 years. He would like to thank his wife and son for their support and Erika and Russ for their words of encouragement.
ANDREW REICHERT–
QUASIMODO
Andrew has spent the last two decades participating in just about every show we’ve ever done. His most recent roles include George Seurat in Sunday and the Park with George, Squidward in The Spongebob Musical and Professor Harold Hill in The Music Man. He’s grateful for the opportunity to keep telling stories with this community that has shaped him as both an artist and person.
JASPER KIRSCHNER–
CLOPIN TROUILLEFOU
Jasper is thrilled to be a part of this wonderfully dark yet compassionate piece of theatre. He feels the message of “God Help the Outcasts” is deeply relevant today and is looking forward to playing the ostentatious, silly, sinister, and pragmatic Clopin to our stage. Jasper would like to thank all the people in their life who have encouraged and nurtured their silliness.
ETHAN LEUZINGER–
PHOEBUS DE MARTIN
Usually the tall and stylish ghost that haunts the halls of the Shane Center, Ethan is happy to come out of the shadows to perform with his friends this fall. He is excited to wear a plate of armour and has been researching 15th Century French military history in preparation for this role. Some other favorite roles of Ethan’s include Jack Kelly in Newsies (2019) and Bill Sikes in Oliver! (2024).
MILO STEVENS–
FREDERIC CHARLUS
Milo has loved musicals from the start—especially Disney shows! He's been a regular on the Shane Center stage since his debut in Matilda. One of his favorite roles was Tommy Djilas in The Music Man. Recently, Milo expanded his acting experience into film with a role in the Last Stand in Butte City. He’s grateful for his mom and his girlfriend Melody who always support his adventures in theatre.
ERIKA ADAMS–
ESMERALDA
She’s our Executive Director here at the Shane Center and is grateful for the chance to help bring this powerful piece of art to life alongside so many talented friends. Favorite past roles include playing the Witch in Big Fish, and Elizabeth Benning in Young Frankenstein. Erika would like to thank this community for their unwavering support of the arts and making this special place thrive.
MICHAEL BREIS–
KING LOUIS XI
Michael grew up in Wisconsin, but has lived in Montana for 21 years. He recently retired from his position as a Park Ranger in Yellowstone National Park, and is excited to use his newfound freedom to make music on stage. Michael’s favorite role was Gomez in The Addams Family (2019) for all its ookiness. He is looking forward to working on this challenging but majestic musical.
JASON BOWKER–
OFFICIAL
The Pastor at the Peace of Christ Church in Bozeman, Jason is ready to help bring this amazing music and story to life on stage. His first show at the Shane Center was Oliver! last fall. Some other shows Jason has performed in include Into the Woods and More Fun Than Bowling. He would like to thank his wife and daughters for encouraging him to audition and supporting him through the whole show.
KIM HAMPSON–
MADAM
A Chicago native, Kim is delighted to be in her very first show at the Shane Center. She’s always loved dressing up for Renaissance Fairs and thought this heartfelt show would be the perfect fit for her stage debut. Kim would like you to know that her Dungeons and Dragons character, a Barbarian Goliath, also owns a tavern and is very protective of her patrons.
NEIL MURPHY–
SAINT APHRODISIUS
Neil can’t decide on just one favorite role of his, but if he had to choose it would be between Pluto Lord of Hades in The Frogs (2021) or The Duke in Big River (2018). Since moving from LA to Livingston 13 years ago, Neil has been a familiar face in Shane Center productions from The Addams Family (2019) to Matilda (2022). Neil’s excited to portray a headless, martyred saint in this production.
CHRISTINA EIKE–
GARGOYLE
An Audio Engineer at Jereco Studios, Christina loves music and is overjoyed to get back into theatre and be part of this incredible community. The role that made her fall in love with theatre was the title role in Annie because she really connected to the character as a young girl. Outside of work, Christina loves to bring her voice to Monday Karaoke nights with her friends in Bozeman.
ANNIKA COLEMAN–
GARGOYLE
Annika, the Marketing Coordinator at the Shane Center and a soon-to-be graduate of MSU, misses summer but is thankful it’s musical theatre season. Her new favorite role she’s gotten to play was the Waking Woman in a short film titled Between Rivers, partly because she was repeatedly covered in blood. She is excited to Gargoyle it up and to perform with her dear friends again.
SIDNEY DENNISTON–
GARGOYLE
Sidney wears many hats - waitress, barista, property manager, and massage therapist - but just couldn’t resist the chance to be back performing at the Shane Center. Sidney has been a part of too many productions to name, but her favorite role was Paulet in Legally Blonde (2022). You might be surprised to learn that Sidney was the first Denniston to perform at the Shane Center.
KEIRRIA JEAN HEROLD–
GARGOYLE
Keirria loves the Shane Center and is eager to play the role of a fabulous Gargoyle. Her first show here was the Teen Theatre’s production of Something Rotten (2024). However, her favorite role was Cha-Cha Degregorio in Grease! because she is fun and bouncy, just like Keirria. When not on stage, Keirria is a student working on campus at MSU and is the President of her dorm.
KATE NELSON-
GARGOYLE
Kate grew up in the small town of McAllister, Montana. She just started her first year at Montana State University where she is majoring in Biomedical Engineering. She is so stoked about this story and the music, especially because she’s a “classical literature nerd”. One thing you might not expect about Kate is that she is studying to become fluent in French. J'espère que vous aimez la pièce!
LILY ANN NELSON–
GARGOYLE
Lily’s twin sister Kate convinced her to audition for this show, and she is so thankful she did. She would also like to thank Cindy, who introduced her to the opportunities of theatre and taught her to sing. She is thrilled about performing at the Shane Center and being a part of this amazing production. Outside of theatre, Lily loves science and is studying Biomedical Engineering at MSU.
ELLIE AMES–
GARGOYLE
Ellie doesn’t know why anyone would miss the opportunity to be a part of a show at the Shane Center. She is excited to be a part of this classic story adapted to the stage. Ellie first appeared on stage in a Young Actors’ Workshop production of Mary Poppins almost ten years ago. Her favorite role was Portia in Something Rotten because the character was “super funny and very much her style.”
GARY BOONE–
STATUE
Gary grew up in California and now works as a Track Foreman for the BNSF Railway. His first show with this organization was the 2010 production of Guys and Dolls. He’s ecstatic to get to perform with his daughter Abby again and thankful for all the Shane Center does for his community. Gary’s excited to tell everyone he will meet his 13th grandchild in 2026!
SCOTT DENNISTON–
STATUE
Scott loves volunteering at the Shane Center, which he’s been doing since he first appeared on stage in 2015’s production of Oklahoma. Favorite roles of Scott’s include Edward Bloom, Big Fish, Mr. Wormwood, Matilda, Jacob Marley, Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol, and Henry Higgins, My Fair Lady. A restaurant owner and operator during the summer, Scott is excited to get out of Cooke City.
RUSSELL LEWIS–
STATUE
Director Russell Lewis isn't sure anymore if there’s a musical he hasn’t produced and directed. Having received his Bachelor’s of Music degree from the University of Montana and performed in countless productions, Russ is continually thrilled and a little perplexed that he spends what seems like the majority of his working hours as a carpenter, welder, or electrician.
JAMES RAFFETY–
STATUE
James has been a Shane Center regular since the Firehouse 5 days. His all time favorite role was Amos in Big Fish (2020), but he has performed in countless productions at the Shane Center. Some of James’ many performances include The Frogs, The SpongeBob Musical, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Fiddler on the Roof. When not performing, he loves cooking, traveling, and hiking.
DEVON JOHNSON–
STATUE
Devon is the Education Director at the Shane Center. From directing, to writing, to set construction, he spends most of his waking hours working on shows. Devon’s over the moon to be a part of this community that is creating something so wonderful this fall. He would like to thank his parents and his brother for always encouraging him to be his best self.
MatThew MELIN–
STATUE/SOLDIER
A recent graduate of Park High, Matthew is ecstatic to be back at the Shane Center singing choral music with his friends. Whenever he’s not at rehearsal, he works in Cooke City as a server and a host at the Beartooth Café. Mathew has been in many productions from Oliver! to The Spongebob Musical. Last spring, he played his all time favorite role as Doody in the Teen Theatre’s production of Grease.
REBECCA THOMAS–
GYPSY
Rebecca is making the drive from Harlowton once again and is thankful to be doing a show with such great music and with her buddy Erika. Rebecca made her Livingston theatre debut at the Firehouse 5 in Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up? (2001). She’s performed in too many shows to count since, including Sweeney Todd, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, The Music Man, and My Fair Lady.
OLIVIA HEROLD –
GYPSY
Olivia grew up in a mobile military family, but made Livingston her home base two years ago. Her favorite role was Eliza Doolittle in last spring’s My Fair Lady (partly because she got to throw a shoe at Scott). She is very excited to be performing with three of her six kids in this production. Olivia would like to thank her husband and children for being so encouraging.
MARIANA OLSEN–
GYPSY
Mariana joined the Shane Center community last spring where she played Mrs. Higgins’ Maid in My Fair Lady. She was bitten by the theatre bug and couldn’t wait to come back again and see all the cool people she met. Mariana has also been in productions of Crazy for You, God and Poker, and Poe’s Midnight Dreary. You might not expect Mariana to have a black belt in taekwondo, but she does (watch out!).
GISELLE HEROLD–
GYPSY
Giselle has loved being a part of the Shane Center community since she participated in her first show last fall with (almost) her whole family. Her goal now is to do as many shows as she possibly can. Her favorite role she’s played so far was Shenzi in this summer’s Young Actors’ Workshop production of The Lion King. In addition to theatre, Giselle loves fashion.
QUINN HEROLD–
GYPSY
Quinn auditioned for this fall’s production because her sisters told her to. She is very excited to be in her first main stage community theatre production. Her stage debut was only last spring, but since then she's been a part of The Jungle Book, Grease, and The Lion King. Her favorite role was Pierre in Past, Present, and Beyond because she got to say French words and wear a mustache!
VICKI DENNISTON-
PARISHIONER
Vicki loves singing with her friends and family, so it's no wonder she’s back on stage this fall. Outside of the Shane Center, Vicki owns and runs the Beartooth Cafe with her husband Scott. Her favorite role performed was the Puritan in The Addams Family because the makeup was so much fun. Soon enough, Vicki might even be performing on stage with her two grand-babies!
JEANETTE WALDRON-
PARISHIONER
It might be surprising to you that Jeanette has stage fright, but she couldn’t resist doing this show with her son Liam. Most of the time you’ll find Jeanette in the light booth, in the costume shop, or backstage. Her favorite moment of live theatre in her life was being the Stage Manager for Tiny Beautiful Things at the Blue Slipper because of the wonderful director and cast.
KAZ HALL-
PARISHIONER
Kaz grew up in Liverpool and made her Shane Center debut last fall in the community theatre production of Oliver! She loved playing Mrs. Sowerberry in that production because that character was so nasty (not like Kaz!). She just can’t say no to theatre and is excited to get into the beautiful score. She has done numerous performances, including various BBC documentaries, and voice overs.
KELLIE WETZEL-
PARISHIONER
A high needs Paraprofessional at Eastside Elementary School, Kelli finds so much joy spending her free time doing theatre. Her first show at the Shane Center was back in the 2017’s production of Young Frankenstein. Though Kelli is an exciting person, you should know she can be quiet when she’s backstage. Kelli would like to thank her family and Russ for believing in her.
HANNAH ROSEBERRY-
PARISHIONER
Hannah, otherwise known as Hannah Rosenbergerberryheimer, works as a freelance NPO Consultant and Grant Writer and heads Hey Homeschooler. She is excited to be in this fall’s production with her friends. Hannah’s first show at the Shane Center was Matilda, and she knows her best show is yet to come. It might surprise you to learn that Hannah is 5’ 5”...or, maybe it’s not surprising at all.
NICOLE STINCHCOMB-
PARISHIONER
Nicole grew up in San Diego, California, and now works as an Education Ranger in Yellowstone National Park. This is her first show at the Shane Center, but she has been in many productions over the years, including Poltergeist, Twilight Zone, Little Shop of Horrors, Bat Boy, and more. It might surprise you to learn that Nicole lived in Ethiopia for two years with the Peace Corps.
CALLI DAVIS-
PARISHIONER
Calli has a deep love for performing and expressing herself through acting. She got to play the role of Marty, her favorite role, in the Teen Theatre’s production of Grease. Calli has also been in productions of The Wizard of Oz, Something Rotten, Band Geeks, The Lion King, Aladdin, and more. In addition to theatre, Calli loves cats, baking, cats, the color pink, cats, singing, and cats.
MAGGIE TAYLOR-
PARISHIONER
The resident fashion expert at Community Closet, Maggie loves fashion, performing, theatre tech, and surprisingly, many different sports. She is very excited for this fall’s show, especially the acting and the dancing. Though Maggie’s first show Peter Pan was many years ago, she recently got back into the acting side of theatre, performing in Grease and The Lion King.
SAVANNAH WEHRI-
PARISHIONER
Savannah moved from Emigrant to Livingston three months ago and is delighted to get more involved in community theatre. She is pumped for her first mainstage production working with adults. Savannah’s favorite role was Debby in Cindy Lou because she got to be goofy. Although she enjoys performing on the stage, Savannah balances this with a love of being quiet and reading.
LILA H. TRZPUC-
PARISHIONER
Fourteen-year-old Lila loves punk rock music, everything rodeo, and especially doing theatre with her friends. Last winter she had the chance to play her favorite role, Bageera, in the Young Actors’ Workshop production of The Jungle Book. The experience was so positive that she jumped right back in - first with the Teen Theatre’s production of Grease, and now with this show!
SYLVIA GARRETT-
PARISHIONER
Sylvia first started doing shows at the Shane Center last spring when she played a popular kid, her alter ego, in Grease. Since then, she’s been a part of just about every production possible, including The Little Mermaid and The Lion King this summer. Sylvia has many friends in this cast, and she couldn’t be more excited. Outside of theatre, she enjoys writing poetry and reading.
ABBY BOONE-
PARISHIONER
Abby is 13 years old and first appeared on stage at the Shane Center in a Summer Young Actors’ Workshop production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Her favorite show she’s been a part of was Matilda in 2022 because it was her first “real” show with so many of her friends. Abby can’t wait to be a part of this show with her dad after a three year break from theatre.
LIAM WALDRON-
SOLDIER
Everything you learn about Liam is bound to surprise you. Perhaps the biggest surprise is how much he enjoys being a part of Shane Center productions. His first show was Alice in Wonderland, but his favorite by far was Grease where he got to play Kenickie. He could explain why it was his favorite, but he’d have to write an essay. For now, Liam simply thanks everyone.
ALEX MINICLIER-
SOLDIER
Acting with the Shane Center has been such a rewarding experience that Alex just had to return and audition for a community theatre production. Currently on a gap year, he plans to attend MSU in the fall of 2026. Although Grease was his first show at the Shane Center, Alex has been a part of numerous other productions, including Paradise Bound, She Kills Monsters, and The Giver.
OLIVER WEBB-
SOLDIER
Eighteen-year-old Oliver is excited to continue his musical theatre journey this fall at the Shane Center. He first appeared on stage last spring in the Teen Theatre’s production of Grease - still his favorite experience to date. In that show, Oliver also played alto saxophone with the band and loved the energy of performing alongside the cast. In his free time, Oliver enjoys game development.
BRAYLON WINDHAM-
SOLDIER
Audiences may remember Braylon from this summer’s Young Actors’ Workshop production of The Lion King, where he brought the loveable warthog Pumbaa to life. He has been in too many YAWs to count, and recently was a part of his first Teen Theatre’s production in Grease where he played Sonny Latierri. Outside of doing theatre with his friends, Braylon also enjoys playing cards.
OLIVER SCHAD-
SOLDIER
Oliver is a student at Park High School and is thrilled to get to be in his first main stage community theatre production. While this is his first mainstage production, he’s no stranger to the theatre. You may recognize him from past roles in our education programs like Ed the Hyena in The Lion King this summer or as Eugene in the Teen Theatre’s production of Grease.
JASPER JOHNSTONE- SOLDIER
Jasper’s first performance at the Shane Center was in the Teen Theatre’s production of Something Rotten in 2024, but he’s been in countless productions before and since. His favorite role to date was Dionysis in Percy Jackson -a part he loved both for the comedic relief and vocal range it required. He’s thrilled to be back on stage with friends and loved ones and would like to thank Sarah Kelly.