Emmett Whiteford is now in 8th Grade at CJHS! He has had a heart for theater and music before he could even walk. He has continued to build his resume throughout the years, with roles such as Mike Teavee in Willy Wonka Jr, a Featured Dancer/Tapper in Anything Goes, Winthrop Paroo in The Music Man, Nemo in Finding Nemo Jr, Ralphie in A Christmas Story, Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz, and much more. He has also been a part of an SIU Grad Student short film titled Lost in the Woods. He and fellow director Greenlee started Bear Productions last year, with their first show, Breaking Free. He was so proud of all the work they accomplished and has now come back for more with Harmony! Emmett has always loved singing, dancing, acting, writing, directing, and hanging out with friends. Emmett says, "This whole show has just been an incredible experience and I couldn't possibly wish for better people to work with." He hopes you enjoy the show as much as he has!

Greenlee Zelasko is now in 8th Grade at CJHS! She has loved acting and performing ever since she worked at Sinister Acres Haunted Attractions, the Haunted House owned by her very own family! She has had roles such as Miss Gulch in The Wizard of Oz, Royal Page in Descendants, Breeze in Finding Nemo Jr, Thing 1 in Seussical, Mikayla in Breaking Free, a Featured Dancer in Mean Girls Jr, Omar in Aladdin Jr, and more. She was also a part of an SIU Grad Student short film titled Lost in the Woods. Her and Emmett started Bear Productions last year, with their first show, Breaking Free. They were so proud of all the work they accomplished and has now come back for more with Harmony! Greenlee has always loved singing, dancing, acting, writing, directing, and working in her Haunted House. Greenlee hopes that you come out and support this amazing cast for three nights only at the Herrin Civic Center. Enjoy the show!!