THE COVEN
Jennica McCleary SHOW CREATOR / WINIFRED |
A classically trained Singer/Dancer/Actor who also works in Burlesque, Wig Design, and Choreography, Jennica McCleary is best known for her work as a Bette Midler Tribute Artist, and most notably, Winifred Sanderson for over a decade. In addition to her self-produced shows Divine Deception, Betteducation and Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret, Jennica originated Winifred Sanderson at Disney’s Magic Kingdom production ‘Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular’ 2015. Her Regional Theatre credits include Fun Home, Jekyll & Hyde, Sweeney Todd, and Cabaret. Jennica has also worked with Legends in Concert, Unexpected Musicals and been seen on MTV, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and Comedy Central’s Upright Citizen’s Brigade. She was also featured in The Hocus Pocus 25th Anniversary Bash on Freeform as well as Freeform’s Halloween Road. She is thrilled to have conjured Rock Cauldron Cabaret, while battling breast cancer, to celebrate everyone's inner magical badass witch. She continues to advocate and volunteer for young Breast Cancer Survivors and Previvors who lack resources and support. Thank you to the entire cast, creative teams, administrators, and sponsors who continue to support, encourage, and trust my vision. Check out Jennica’s interview in “Witches Run AMOK- An Oral History of Disney’s Hocus Pocus” by Shannon Carlin. (Disney Publishing)
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Dayja Le’Chelle is thrilled to be joining the cast of Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret as Sister Mary Sanderson! After graduating from the University of Tampa with a BFA in Musical Theatre and a minor in dance, she began performing all over Central Florida. Some of her favorite performances include Ragtime (Sarah), Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! (Laurey), Sister Act (Deloris Van Cartier), and A Year With Frog And Toad (Turtle/Mother Frog). You may have also seen her casting spells at Universal Orlando or singing on a certain snowflake in Islands of Adventure. Dayja would like to thank the cast, crew, and creative team of Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret for welcoming her into the Sanderson family. She would also like to thank her beautiful wife for always getting her out the door safely and for encouraging her passions. www.DayjaLeChelle.com
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Dayja Le'Chelle MARY |
2024 PRODUCTION TEAM
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Lauren Culver (she/her) is thrilled to join the coven as Director for this production. She earned her BFA in Musical Theatre from Millikin University (Decatur, IL) and has over a decade of professional experience as an AEA actor, singer, and dancer on regional and theme park stages. Not to be quelled onstage alone, her passion for storytelling has pulled her behind the table as well. Recent direct credits include Twelfth Night" (New Gen Theatrical, Co-Director), and "Off the Beaten Path; a choose-your-own-adventure DND Musical" (International TikTok cast). Lauren has supported both the Daily Operations and Events Show Direction Teams as a Performance Coordinator at Universal Orlando Resort. An experienced acting trainer, vocal captain, and audition coach for theme parks, she is thrilled to be directing again in her first 'home,' the theatre. For more details visit www.laureneculver.com.
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Awesome Name Lauren Culver DIRECTOR |
Monica Quinn ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR |
Monica Quinn is a dedicated Equity Performer with nearly two decades in the performing arts, currently performing at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. Monica serves as President of the Board for Theatre South Playhouse (TSP), where she recently directed "Radium Girls" and "Into the Woods, Jr" in TSP's young professionals program. Her directing credits also include Rock Your Reel, Theatre 360, Southern Rep Theater, and an immersive experience with Effusion Theater Company. She served as a Producer at Chrysalis Pictures and as Co-Director of the Moving Parts Film Festival.
Monica has toured nationally and internationally with The Actors' Gang under the guidance of acclaimed director Tim Robbins, playing PUCK in "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and Georgia Hayes in "The Exonerated." Her local credits include Celestina in "Celestina and The Banshees" (Universal), Dolly Drew in "Hoop De Doo" (Disney), and Zawadi in "Festival of the Lion King" (Disney). Monica relocated from Los Angeles to Orlando two years ago to work on opening Disneyworld's Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, where she originated the roles of Gaya and Lenka. She is thrilled to join Rock The Cauldron as Associate Director. To learn more about Monica's work and upcoming projects, visit her website at www.monicaquinn.net. |
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Kelly Morris Rowan is AEA actor/vocalist who's passion for storytelling has led her to the world of music direction! First leading music in churches, she later took on the MD role at the PA Renaissance Faire for a couple seasons. Her time at PARF led her to move to NYC and then connect with the legendary rock guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, when in 2012, he invited her to join his Renaissance rock band, Blackmore’s Night! After a couple years with the band, Kelly relocated to Orlando, where she's performed in many places but currently serves as a full time vocal captain with the Voices of Liberty at Epcot. Other MD/conducting credits include Addams Family (New Gen), CFCArts Symphonic Disney concert, and Hello, Dolly! starring Jodi Benson. Big thank you to Arthur and the twins for always supporting her career moves, and to Jennica for bringing me into the world of the Sanderson Sisters! www.kellymorrisrowan.com
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Kelly Morris Rowan MUSIC DIRECTOR |
Safin Karim COMPOSER/MUSIC SUPERVISOR |
Safin Karim is thrilled to be on the music team of Winnie's Rock Cauldron Cabaret! MD Credits include: Parade (Garden Theatre), Spring Awakening: Benefit Concert (New Generation Theatrical), Make Way For Ducklings (Orlando Family Stage), and Encore 2021 with Kelli O'Hara (Garden Theatre). As a music educator, Safin recently served on the faculty of the Joffrey School of Ballet's Summer Musical Theatre Intensive. |
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Arthur is an actor, musician, and writer in Orlando. From 2008-2022 he was head writer for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, where he helped create a dozen storylines and scripts for fifty shows. He is also the writer and composer for 'Star Shanties,' which won Best Musical at the 2022 Orlando Fringe Fest. He is most proud, though, to locally be known primarily as husband to the luminous Kelly Morris Rowan. |
Arthur Rowan AUTHOR |
Kylee Taylor LIGHTING DESIGNER/ QLAB PROGRAMER |
Kylee Taylor is a Lighting Designer and Sound Engineer from Orlando, Florida. She is currently working as a Production Coordinator for The Imagination House and a Stage Manager and Technician for BlueLaLa Entertainment. Past credits include Lizzie! with Florida Theatrical Association (Lighting Designer), The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time with William Daniel Mills Co. (Lighting Designer), Varietease XX with The Imagination House and BlueLaLa Entertainment (Stage Manager, Assist. Lighting Designer), and Fringe: After Dark
at the Orlando Fringe Festival (Lighting Designer). She would like to thank her family, friends, and boyfriend for their support. |
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Indigo Leigh is very excited to be joining Velvet Toreador for her 2nd season of Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret. Her costume work also includes (Broadway) Hamilton, Harmony, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, (National Tour) Disney on Ice!, (Corporate Clients) Disney, Universal, Mary Kay, Walmart, and in Orlando you may have seen her work at Theater West End including critically acclaimed Disenchanted! and Fun Home starring VT’s own Jennica McCleary. She would like to thank her cat, Greggory, who keeps her humble and never gives up on her. Enjoy! |
Indigo Leigh WARDROBE SUPERVISOR |
Isabel Hernández STAGE MANAGER Donec ullamcorper nulla non metus auctor fringilla. |
Isabel Hernandez(she/her) is very excited to be the Stage Manager for this production! She has been working in the entertainment industry since 2016 after graduating from Valencia College. Currently, she works full time at Full Sail University as a Lighting Lab Specialist in the Show Production Degree, but still freelances at multiple Central Florida theaters & entertainment venues. Other credits include being a Tech Lead for BlueLaLa Entertainment since 2020, Lighting Designing for The Glamorous Pageants at The Plaza, and most recent… Stage Managing MEDDLIN’! The Doosical by Joel Swanson Productions at the Orlando Fringe Festival! Grateful for the opportunity to work again with the incredible Jennica McCleary and this awesome team. Happy Spooky Season Ghouls!
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