CAROL

A 20+ year veteran of Omaha area theatre, Allison is thrilled to help bring Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soirée to audiences in California and Colorado! Allison has appeared for Rave On as Whitley Whitaker in Awesome 80s Prom. Previous favorite roles include Emma Borden in Lizzie: the Musical (Shelterbelt Theatre), Miss Hannigan in Annie (Omaha Community Playhouse), and Nancy in Oliver (Bellevue Little Theatre).

Allison has trained in dance, vocal music, and acting since the age of 8. She spends her days as a Project Manager for a large fintech, and “Mom-Mama-Bruh” to her three Bs. Much love and thanks to her wonderful village for helping to fill her cup!

MATT

Paul is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in New York City and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

His performance credits include Seymour Krelborn in Little Shop of Horrors—a role for which he received a Best Actor award—Franz Klinemann in Rock of Ages, George in The Drowsy Chaperone, Warner Huntington III in Legally Blonde, Matthew in Altar Boyz, Ren McCormack in Footloose, and Jimmy Harper in Reefer Madness.

MARGO

Leanne is an Omaha native, thrilled to be making her debut with Billy McGuigan’s Rave On Productions. She was most recently seen as Queenie in The Wild Party and Toni in Appropriate at the BLUEBARN. Other favorite roles include Halina/The Prime in Indecent, The Pilot in Grounded (Fonda-McGuire Award, OEA Award), Cathy in The Last Five Years, Sara in Murder Ballad (TAG Award, Charles Jones Award), Emma in Betrayal, Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins, Stella in A Streetcar Named Desire (TAG Award, Barbara Ford Award), Belle in Beauty and the Beast, and Elle Woods in Legally Blonde. She holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Sam Houston State University, a Master’s from UNMC, and was recently accepted into UNMC’s Doctorate of Medical Science program. Leanne is a Physician Associate, owner of Finesse Advanced Medical Aesthetics and Finesse West, a recent cancer survivor, and proud mom to Henry and Nora. You can also catch her performing with the Omaha Broadway Bar.

TODD

Jay is an Omaha-based actor and musician and is excited to be returning to Rave On! Recent theatre credits include Titanic the Musical (Bruce Ismay), Jersey Boys (Nick Massi), Bright Star (Jimmy Ray Dobbs), Murder On The Orient Express (Michel), Annie (Daddy Warbucks), Ragtime, (Stanford White),Jukebox Journey and Lost In The 50’s, White Christmas (Bob Wallace), Ring of Fire (Eddie), Spamalot (King Arthur), Into the Woods (The Wolf, Cinderella’s Father), Big Fish (Edward Bloom), Hairspray (Corny Collins),Guys & Dolls (Sky Masterson), and various Omaha Symphony, Branson, and Cunard Cruise Line shows. Jay is the Music and Worship Arts Director at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church in Omaha.

SUSAN
(Council Bluffs IA)

Nora is excited to get back on stage after being seen as Gretl in The Sound of Music at the Rose Theatre. She also was part of the Rose Mini Brigade where she played Charlie in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The Duke of Weselton in Frozen. She is a catcher with Nebraska Thunder and spends most her time playing softball. She is a sixth grader at Valley View Middle School. Nora is excited to have her first collaboration of theatre with her mom, Leanne.

RALPHIE
(Council Bluffs IA)

Frankie Jordan is a passionate young performer with training from McGuigan Art Academy and The Rose Studios for Youth Artists. Her recent credits include Snack Shack (2024), where she delivered a one-liner as the “Dopey Kid.” She has appeared in musical theatre, voice, dance, and improv classes, and began her stage journey with Westside’s Little Warrior Theatre Camp. Frankie brings energy and heart to every role she plays.

RUDY
(Council Bluffs IA)

Ethan is thrilled to return for his third year in The Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soirée! A passionate performer, Ethan has taken on a variety of roles both at school and with the McGuigan Arts Academy. Notable credits include Ms. Trunchbull in Matilda, as well as appearances in Hadestown, Murders in the Heir, Godspell, Rotten Apples, and more. He’s excited to once again bring music and storytelling to life alongside this incredible cast. Ethan sends heartfelt thanks to his family for their unwavering support.  

CINDY
(Council Bluffs IA)

AJ is 9 years old and excited to be performing in Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soiree for the third time. She is a 4th grader at Aldrich Elementary and loves being on stage. In addition to the Soiree, she has previously performed with Rave on Productions in the McGuigan's Arts Academy Young Singers Club for the Salvation Army Tree Lighting Ceremony and as Goldilocks in the play Rotten Apples. When she’s not acting, AJ enjoys dance, voice and piano lessons, riding her bike and being outdoors, and creating videos as an aspiring "YouTuber". She hopes you love the show! 

HOLLY
(Council Bluffs IA)

Maddie Torson (Age 13) has previously performed in The Outsiders and Rotten Apples. She loves yaks and making new friends through theatre. When she’s not on stage, you’ll find Maddie playing Good Pizza/Great Pizza, hiding from her brothers, or camping with scouts.

RALPHIE
(Lone Tree CO)

Tucker is honored to make his Lone Tree Arts Center debut in ‘The Ugly Sweater Seasonal Soirée!’ Favorite credits include; Theatre: A Christmas Story (Ralphie), The Polar Express (Hero Boy), Big Fish (Young Will), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Charlie), The Jungle Book (Mowgli), Disney’s Freaky Friday (Fletcher); Film: December 26th, A Humbug Hangover (Tiny Tim), Our Home (Leaf); Commercials: Children’s Hospital (Dylan), Carpet Mill (Kid Magician), The Honest Company (Gamer), All-State (Cotton Candy Kid). Tucker would like to thanks his agents at Radical Artists Agency, his theatrical Mom Piper and Aunt Amy for their coaching and support, and his dad for all the rides and putting up with our wacky-theatrical family! 

SUSAN
(Lone Tree CO)

Audrey is thrilled to be on the stage with Lone Tree. With years of experience and a wide variety of roles under her belt, she continues to find joy and inspiration through performance. Outside of theater, Audrey keeps life lively with volleyball, quality time with family, and anything that keeps her active and on the go. She’s deeply grateful to be part of this incredible production and thanks everyone for the support.

HOLLY
(Lone Tree CO)

Etta, age 13, is thrilled to be making her LTAC debut! Other credits: Brigitta in Sound of Music, Shprintze in Fiddler on the Roof (BDT Stage); Chip in Beauty and the Beast (Arvada Center); Zuzu in It’s a Wonderful LIfe, La Bohème (Eklund Opera); Fiona in Shrek Jr, Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka Jr, Anna in Frozen Jr (Northglenn Youth Theatre). Her accolades include 1st place vocal awards for CO Night of the Stars, CSMTA Rising Stars, and Young Artists Alliance Competitions, and professional training with Broadway Artists Alliance (NYC). @etta.mccurdy

RUDY
(Lone Tree CO)

Anna is ecstatic to be joining the production of The Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soirée! Her past stage appearances include Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Cady in Mean Girls, and Wendy Jo in Footloose. Anna is incredibly grateful for this opportunity and to work with this amazing team! She thanks the cast and crew for this wonderful experience and her parents for their unwavering support. 

CINDY
(Lone Tree CO)

Cindy is bursting with excitement to make her Lone Tree Arts Center debut as Cindy in Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soiree! She’s been singing, dancing, and putting on shows for anyone who’ll watch since she could walk. Clara has performed in plays at Rocky Mountain Repertory Theater, American Academy and Valor High School, with favorite roles including Young Anna, Young Anastasia, Matilda, and even Grandma Addams (wig and all!). She twirled her way through The Nutcracker as a ballerina and loves being on stage more than just about anything. When she’s not rehearsing, you’ll find her dancing around the house, knitting something cozy, soaking up every bit of the spotlight, and spending time with her family and pets. She hopes you love the magic of Christmas as much as she does!