THIS PRODUCTION
DIRECTED BY: Jason Chaney & Michael Stapleton
| RALPHIE - THE ADULT Tucker Battrell Ralphie as an adult returns to the PLT stage after his Marlowe award-wining performance as Curtis Appleby in Nightwatch, to share one of our favorite Christmas stories of all time. Tucker is a former camera assistant for Mark Burnett Productions, with reality TV shows such as The Apprentice and Rockstar: INXS on his resume, as well as writer producer of various short and feature length films. Tucker previously starred in the TVCC Film Festival award-winning short film, Signal to Noise. He is pursuing a degree in English and media studies at Shawnee State University and seeking funding for his various film ventures. Tucker would like to dedicate his performance to his father, Steven Keaton, and his co-collaborators at Maraskas Films, LLC. |
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RALPHIE PARKER Nate Marcum Ralphie Parker Nate returns to the PLT for the third time following his Marlowe award-winning performance in Miracle on 34th Street and his most recent performance in Honk Jr. PLT is thrilled Nate returned for this lead role. He would like to dedicate his performance to his supportive family. |
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| THE OLD MAN Mark J. Clifford – The Old man – Mark hopes everyone enjoys the show and has a good laugh. It’s good medicine. |
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THE MOTHER Melanie Manchester Mother Melanie is a 27 year old Portsmouth resident and a member of the PLT board of Governors. This is her second season with the PLT and she is really looking forward to a great year! She is so excited to be a part of this great show and awesome cast. She wants to that Jason and Michael for all of their hard work and dedication to this theatre. Without them, none of this would be possible. She also wants to thank her amazing husband for all of his help and loving support. “I couldn’t do it without ya, babe! I love you! See ya in the light booth!” |
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| RANDY Benjamin Joseph Herrmann-Holt Randy Ben, with all his charm and smiles, is debuting at the PLT. Den is Dylan’s younger brother. He would like to thank his mother and older brother for all their love and support. Break a leg, Ben. |
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FLICK Noah Lovins – Flick – Noah is no stranger to the stage as is returning to the PLT. His previous credits include: Robin Hood, Honk JR., The Secret Garden, Alice in Wonderland Jr., and the Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Noah is currently studying magic and us mastering his slight of hand repertoire. In his spare time Noah is an avid gamer, a self-proclaimed scientist, and a superb artist. Noah wishes to dedicate his performance to his family who love and support him in all his endeavors. |
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| SCHWARTZ Dylan Herrmann-Holt Schwartz – The PLT welcomes back Dylan to the stage. Dylan has recently appeared in The Sound of Music and The Paramount Arts Center’s production of Tom Sawyer. During his free time he enjoys bicycling, cub scouts, and playing with his siblings. Dylan hopes everyone enjoys the play! |
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MISS SHEILDS Leigh Anne Kimbler – Miss Sheilds – Leigh Anne has been involved with the PLT for, ahem, a while. Most recently, she was seen on the PLT stage last season in “Death by Chocolate”. Leigh Anne has also been in “TFAHGDS Murder Myster”, “The Odd Couple, the female version”, and may more! She serves on the Board of Governors at the PLT. Leigh Anne is the Marketing and Investor Relations Director at American Savings Bank and lived with her husband and their menagerie in Friendship. |
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| SCUT FARKAS Drew Smith – Scut Farkas – This is Drew’s first production with PLT. He has appeared many times in various other productions and choir concerts. Drew is a co-captain for his school’s Quiz Bowl Team. In his spare time he enjoys playing video games and watching TV! Drew would like to thank his entire family for all their love & support. |
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HELEN WEATHERS JIvy Idzakovich – Helen Weathers – As a PLT veteran, Ivy returns to the stage after her performance in the summer production, Honk, Jr. and her Marlowe award-winning performance in last season’s Miracle on 34th Street. She has also been seen in productions at the Paramount and Shawnee State University. Ivy would like to thank Michael and Jason for being so nice to her during the production. |
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| ESTHER JANE ALBERRY Maggie Salmons – Esther Jane Alberry – Joins PLT once again following her previous roles in Honk, Jr. and Miracle on 34th Street. During her down time, Maggie also enjoys softball and tumbling. She wishes to dedicate her performance to her grandparents. |
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HELEN WEATHERS Christina Marie Rose – Helen Weathers – Is returning to the PLT stage after her performance in the summer production of Honk, Jr. She has appeared in many school productions where she has always had a part. Christine wishes to thank her family and friends for always supporting her. |
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| ESTHER JANE Stephanie Rose – Esther Jane –Stephanie has appeared in may School Productions and is returning to the PLT after her performance in the summer production of Honk, Jr. Stephanie wishes to thank Susan Foster for making her the actor she is today! |
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TOADIE Alex Riley – Toadie – PLT is thrilled to welcome Alex to the stage. A Christmas Story is his debut to the performing Arts. He would like to dedicate his performance to his family, especially his Aunt Carla who helped cultivate his interest in theatre. |
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| NEIGHBORHOOD CHILD Adam Salmons – Neighborhood Child – After his last production, Honk, Jr., Adam is thrilled to return to the PLT. When not pursuing his interest in theatre, Adam also enjoys football, track and band; although his true love is music. He would like to thank his family for all their love and support. |
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NEIGHBORHOOD CHILD Anna Lovins – Neighborhood Child – Anna loves to perform and has been in both Alice in Wonderland Jr. and Honk, Jr. at PLT. Anna is a big fan of musicals and love to go to the theatre. She also is an active Daisy Scout and soccer player. |
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| NEIGHBORHOOD CHILD Olivia Grace Smith – neighborhood Child – This is Olivia’s first performance at the PLT. Olivia is thrilled to be a part of the production. Olivia is a well-rounded child who also love gymnastics, karaoke, reading, science, and basketball. She wishes to dedicate her performance to her family. |
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