THE COVEN
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 nearly 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 and Pattycake Productions, and been seen on The Freeform Network, 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 Winnie’s 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.
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Caila Carter is a gifted and sought after singer/actor whose talents have taken her all around the world. Her resume boasts work with Hong Kong Disneyland, Norwegian and Oceania Cruise Lines, and Universal Studios Florida. She has a genuine love for all facets of the arts, and has extensive experience working both as a performing and teaching artist for numerous organizations throughout the Central Florida region. Caila is THRILLED to be joining the cast of Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret, alongside so many talented sisters, in a role that marries her passion for performing to iconic pop cultural lore.
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Rachel Ihasz is thrilled to be making her debut as Mary in Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret! After wrapping up The Complete Works of Stephen Sondheim (Abridged) back in May at Orlando Fringe, NAKED! At Winter Park Playhouse’s 5th Annual New Musical Festival, she is so excited to get spooky with the new Sisters of Salem! When she is not at rehearsals, you can find her performing at various local Orlando theatres or House Managing at Theater West End! Huge thanks to her family (Sheila, Patrick, Jordan, & Marieke), Jennica, Tara, Alyssa, and the rest of the amazing WRCC production team!
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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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THE PRODUCTION TEAM
Ayọ̀ Jeriah Demps (Associate Director) is excited to be a part of this maggots malfeasance. A mild-mannered former middle school theatre teacher, they moonlight as a freelance performer and director across Central Florida. Favorite directorial credits include Young Frankenstein the Musical, Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic, and Memphis. Ayọ̀ is currently a Popular Fiction Writing and Publishing grad student at Emerson College, and lives in Deltona with their wife Tiffany, and their two dogs. Come, we fly!
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Desiree is an AEA Singer-Actress-Dancer and has been a part of the Central Florida theatre, film, industrial, and theme park entertainment industry for over 17 years. Additionally, she is a Voice-Over Actor, Audition Coach, Director, Arts Educator, Website & Graphic Designer, and serves as Artistic & Marketing Director for Orlando Fringe. She's performed at Universal Studios, "Mabel" The Blues Brothers Show, and as "Celestina Warbeck" in the WWOHP. As well as "Coral / Peach" Finding Nemo: The Musical, and Joyful! A Celebration of the Holiday! at Walt Disney World Resort. Notable credits include: “Norma Valverde” Hands on a Hardbody, “Aida” Aida: the Musical, “Sarah” Ragtime: the Musical, “Daniela” In The Heights, “Diana Morales” A Chorus Line, and “Billie Holiday” in four productions of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill. She made her off-broadway debut at the 2019 New York Musical Festival in Flying Lessons. She serves on the Central Florida Liaison Committee, the Equal Employment Opportunity Committee, and the WDW Negotiation Action Committee for Actors' Equity Association. Desiree also serves on the executive committee as the Communications & Digital Outreach Lead for CFEA, where she has developed and maintains the structure and functionality of CFEA’s websites. www.desireemontes.com
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Marisa 'Risa' Quijano-Sirois is a professional singer, actress and comedic burlesque performer. Risa is the Co-Founder, Director and Producer of the Blacklist Babes Cabaret, Orlando's first all singing, live band burlesque cabaret troupe since 2015. Risa is a part of the Miss Comedy Queen Family, Billy Mick & Friends Variety Show, Blue La La Events and former Mary Sanderson in "Winnie's Rock Cauldron Cabaret." Risa is 3rd Place Best Local Actress in the Orlando Weekly's Best Of 2022, Runner Up Miss Lady Comedy Queen 2022 & 2018, Miss Whiskey Business 2020. Among other titles, Risa has been published in over 30 International Pin Up magazines.
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Leigh Green (she/her) is excited to officially be part of the Sisterhood! Leigh is a graduate from the UCF BFA Musical Theatre program (c/o 2016). Most recently, Leigh has been working in Entertainment with Universal and Gaylord Palms and for Theater West End as their marketing associate. She has worked with regional theaters all over the state including: The Renaissance Theatre, Winter Park Playhouse, The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum, Slow Burn Theatre Co, Theater West End, and more. After Hallow’s Eve, Leigh will be heading on tour with Theatreworks to star in CLICK CLACK MOO! Leigh sends all of her love to her family & friends who give her constant support and love. IG: @leigh.shani.green
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