Melissa loves making community theatre, having last been seen in Rent (Blanket Woman and others), and Love, Sex, & the IRS (Vivian Trachtman) at Rialto community players, and in Elf (Emily Hobbs) at Chino Community Theatre. Melissa is usually seen backstage, stage managing around the Inland Empire. Also a Music Director, Melissa has worked with Junior University the last two summers (Cinderella , Wizard of Oz), as well as Rialto Community Players (All Together Now), and Arlington High School in Riverside. While she makes her living "thriving" in the healthcare field, Melissa studied Music Education at RCC and University of Northern Colorado. Melissa is so excited to be wearing both Director and Vocal Director hats this year, and hopes you all come to the show and enjoy this extremely talented group of ogres! Come to the swamp!

Mikaela is excited to be working on the other side of the stage for the first time, as assistant director. She is thankful for Junior University and Melissa Bossard for bringing her on to such a wonderful and fun project. In the past few years she has performed in shows such as Rent, Dogfight, As You Like It, and more. Mikaela is a graduate of Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Theatre and she is currently working towards a Masters in Education. Mikaela would like to dedicate this experience to her parents and to her partner, Matthew, for supporting and encouraging all of her endeavors.

Taylor is thrilled to join the production team for JU for the second year! She loves being involved with theatre both on and off the stage, having recently appeared in the ensemble of Meat Expectations at Gallaudet University, and worked as the stage manager for Wizard of Oz here at Junior University. Taylor works as an ASL interpreter and just graduated with her BA in Mathematics and Theatre Arts. She just started Graduate school this summer. She wants to invite everyone to come and see this amazing cast and an incredible show!

Alyssa is an extremely accomplished dance professional and owner of Dynamic New Artistry. Having extensive experience in performance, instruction, and choreography, Alyssa is dedicated to helping dancers reach their fullest potential. As a performer, Alyssa is credited in performances of Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular at Disneyland Resort, featured dancer at Studio D under Kira DiMartino, and the Nutcracker with Russian Ballet Phoenix, just to name a few. Alyssa is excited to join the Junior University Production team for the 2025 summer production of Shrek.

MaryLynn is celebrating 12 years with Junior University. This is her second show as costume coordinator. She would like to congratulate the cast and crew on this beautiful production and Junior University on their 60th year of stage magic and memories!

Kathy has been a part of the Junior University family for 19 years. She is in charge of the show props and set dressing, as well as the bio boards and mercantile.

Cherie has been a part of the Junior University family for 18 years. She assists with props and rehearsals in addition to supervising the cast backstage.

Dan has been a part of the Junior University technical staff since 1995. He started out as lightning technician and is currently master electrical technician and manager of the video archives.

This is Angel's second show as a member of Junior University. He is grateful to Maryann for giving him this opportunity to be the Assistant Technical Director. He is also grateful for his friends and family for continuously supporting him.

Roger’s first year with Junior University was 1988 and has been a part of every show since. Mr. Biddick assists with the lighting in addition to sound installation, mixing, and design. He also is a member of the Inland Master Chorale since 1986.

Brian works as one of the Media Team Members at Immanuel Baptist Church in Highland. He’s been involved with media and technology since he was 12. This will be his 5th show as the Projectionist for J.U.

Crystal R. Shomph has been a lighting designer for over 26 years, lighting many musicals, dance shows, and plays. In her most recent work at Golden West College, she lit the beautiful production of Never the Sinner, Hairspray, Godot, and Orphans. She is currently a lighting designer for the Irvine Valley College Performing Arts Center. Crystal’s beautiful work at Irvine Valley College includes Elephant Man, Guys and Dolls, Tartuffe, and 9 to 5. She is lighting Tustin in the Parks again this summer, as well as doing the Pantomime at Laguna Playhouse. She is thrilled to be working with Junior University Theatre.

Gena joined the Junior University family in 2018 with A Christmas Carol. When she is not supervising the cast and organizing cast activities, she can often be seen onstage.

Justen has been an integral part of the technical staff for over 18 years. He started by helping transport set pieces and gradually began working backstage during the show in 2012.

Marissa Brake has been volunteering with Junior University in several capacities since her two children, John & Nicole, began performing in 2014. Marissa currently works as an LOA with Movement Mortgage. She currently serves on the Junior University Board of Directors and will be managing the concession sales for this production. Marissa truly loves to support her children in performing arts. In her free time, Marissa loves to serve on her church's worship team and enjoys spending time with her husband, two dogs Elliott & Chance, and her newest grandson, Zachary.

Joseph joined our JU family in 2018 when his middle son and daughter were in A Christmas Carol. He has been willing to chip in and help where needed. Last year his youngest son was finally old enough to audition. Joseph took this oppertunity to volunteer to run the light board. We are happy to have him back this year running our lighting cues.

Rebecca Garcia is a Commercial Music major at California Baptist University. While this is her first year helping with the production side of Junior University, she has worked as an actor with JU! Rebecca is very excited to get to see a new side of the theater and to gain more experience teaching vocalists of all ages.