I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change Cast

This is Kellie’s second appearance at TRP having just appeared in Kill Me, Deadly as “Ida.” She is so excited to be a part of TRP’s history making ‘first musical’ in this hysterical show she absolutely loved seeing on Broadway nearly 25 years ago! After not having done any theatre since high school, she’s so happy to be back on stage and hopes to keep doing it as much as possible!

Greg is the kind of theater actor who can make you laugh, cry, and question your sanity—all in the same performance. With a flair for the dramatic and a penchant for hijinks, Greg has tread the boards of many local community theaters. “Nathan Detroit” in Guys & Dolls at East Brainerd Community Theatre. Greg's antics as Father Chenille had audiences rolling in the aisles. Rumor has it, he was almost ordained by accident—luckily, he prefers his stage vestments to the real deal. In Picasso at the Lapin Agile here at TRP, Greg brought the theoretical physicist Albert Einstein to life with a mix of wild-haired genius and comedic timing that would make even the most stoic mathematician chuckle…or roll their eyes. Greg hopes you enjoy his dual roles as Louie the dangerously lovable hitman, and the dangerously ignorant detective Jonesy. Offstage, he’s just Rambin, the Midday DJ on Chattanooga’s Rock Station Rock 105.

Amanda is happy to be making her debut at TRP and grateful to Laurie Shaw for giving her this opportunity. Most recently, she performed with Pumphouse Players in Cartersville, GA as “Rebecca Heminges” and “Anne Hathaway Shakespeare” in Lauren Gunderson’s The Book of Will. As an actress, director, and playwright, Amanda has also performed with Dalton Little Theatre, Artistic Civic Theatre, and Ensemble Theatre of Chattanooga. She counts the role of “Barbara Fordham” in August: Osage County as her favorite and most challenging acting experience. Amanda is currently writing two plays which she hopes to bring to a local stage near you in 2025.

Bekah is a singer, musician, and actress who has performed across the United States. Bekah holds a BA in Theatre Arts from Bob Jones University, studied music for six years at Cadek Conservatory, studied voice under Alisha Burke, and has performed in over 25 theatre productions in addition to many concerts. Recent musical theatre credits include Annie (Star To Be/Boylan Sister); Freaky Friday (Katherine); Something Rotten (Lady Clapham/Dance Ensemble); and The Hiding Place (Mien). Soli Deo gloria!

Bria is a 2021 graduate of The Professional Actors Training Program at Chattanooga State. She most recently played “Margo” in Legally Blonde the Musical at Chattanooga State and “Ariel” in Footloose with Ghostlight Entertainment. She is so excited to get to be a part of TRP’s first ever musical! It has been a joy to work with some familiar faces as well as getting to know new ones! She wants to thank all of her friends, family and mentors for the constant support and love. She loves them, they’re perfect, and they shouldn’t ever change a thing!

Caton is thrilled to be making her TRP debut! She’s working on her degree in Theatre from UTC and has appeared in several shows there including 9 to 5 (Roz Keith), Blithe Spirit (Edith), and Into the Woods (Lucinda). She was last seen in Godspell with Ocoee Theatre Company in Cleveland, TN. As always, much love to the best family and friends in the world.

Brittany is a newcomer to TRP and hasn't been on a stage since a high school performance of The Sound of Music. Brittany is a transplant from California, moving to Chattanooga in 2021 with her husband, Nick, of 14 years. Brittany fell in love with musical theater as a kid, listening and memorizing Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals. Brittany is an officer for TSA at Chattanooga Airport and works with her husband. They love to hike and travel together. Brittany hopes that this will be the first of many plays to come, as this cast and director have set a spark in her heart! She wants to thank Laurie Shaw, Renee Lierow, and TRP for opening the door to this amazing world! Nick, I love you! Enjoy the show!

A professional wrestler for 13 years, turned actor of seven, this is Cody’s first ever show at TRP and his first ever musical. For the past five years he has been involved in theater and has predominantly performed at Back Alley Productions in Lafayette. From acting, to directing, and stage managing, he has been in 24 productions – from his first ever performance as “Crooks” in Of Mice and Men in 2019, to his directorial debut with The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window in 2023, to his most recent performance as “Mr Darcy” in Pride and Prejudice this past May. He is excited to be working with such a talented group of people and looks forward to future performances with TRP.

Haylee has been performing off and on since she was child. She has been on stage and backstage in many Dalton State College productions. She recently appeared in The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee as “Marcy Parks” at Dalton State and Once Upon a Time: A Magical Musical by Magic Lamp Entertainment. Haylee is also a professional actress for a local character company, Magic Lamp Entertainment, where she portrays characters, superheroes, villains, princesses and queens. A few of them are Elsa, Spider-Gwen, Barbie, and the Wicked Witch of the West…just to name a few. She is ecstatic for this production and can’t wait to share these stories with everyone!

Jennifer is grateful to be back on stage at TRP. It has been several years since she was in a show at TRP. She has been a part of many shows in the Chattanooga area over the last 15 years. Some of which include: Noises Off, 9 to 5 The Musical, and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime to name a few. She is ecstatic to be a part of the TRP’s first ever musical. When she is not on stage, Jennifer is a hairstylist at JJ Angelina’s Salon in Ringgold and a Bridal Hair and Makeup Artist. Jennifer would like to thank director Laurie Shaw for believing in her and casting her in this incredible show. She would also like to thank her incredibly talented castmates for this experience. I love you, you are all perfect, don’t change!

Nolon is excited to join this amazing cast and crew for his first show at TRP! Nolon is the Chorus and Performing Arts Director at Ridgeland High School. He took a break from performing to learn and grow as a director but is super pumped to make his way back to the stage! You may have seen him as “Ren” in Footloose with Ghostlight Entertainment earlier this summer. He is excited to share all that he has experienced and learned from his time with TRP with his students this upcoming school year. He would like to thank Laurie and Adam for allowing him this opportunity!

Levi is a fixture of local theatre and has worked with theatre companies across the region, including TRP, Artistic Civic Theatre, Conasauga Shakespeare Coalition, and most recently appeared as “Ernie” (and, briefly, Cher!) in the Tunnel Hill Shindig. Levi is a member of Improv Mania, an improv troupe formed by Atlanta Workshop Players and plays every Saturday night in Atlanta, GA. Levi would like to thank Laurie Shaw for letting him be a part of this production and for her consummate professionalism. Levi also thanks music director Benjamin Brown, and the entire cast. This show could not happen without you and Levi is forever indebted to you. Levi additionally thanks Josh Ruben, Catherine Bolden, Lynn & Don Stallings, and Suzanne Smartt for their wisdom, mentorship, and for being his personal heroes.

Renee got hooked on theater in high school and never looked back. She later attended Cumberland University and graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and put her talents to good use both on-stage and off doing everything from sound to assistant directing in the Nashville area. In October of 2014, Renee and her family moved to the Chattanooga and since then she has performed in various theaters in the area but TRP is the place she calls home. Most recently, she directed the 11th season opener Barefoot in the Park, but can almost always be found somewhere around the Depot. She is looking forward to acting in this show beside both new and old actors to the theater. Renee is so thankful to be part of building our community here at TRP. As always, she would like to express her love and appreciation for her husband, Ryan, and her kiddos for being crazy theater geeks with her. Enjoy the show!