Finding Nemo KIDS Cast

Bella Shaw (Nigel)
Bella is 12 years old and in 6th grade at Wilson Creek Intermediate in Springfield. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of 101 Dalmatians, Descendants, The Little Mermaid Jr, Lion King Jr, Peter Pan, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Bella is a member of MCT's Elementary Troupe. She loves to sing and dance onstage!
Hannah Atwell (Sprit)
Hannah is 12 years old and in the 7th grade. She has been homeschooled her entire life. Hannah has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, School House Rock Live, Bye, Bye, Birdie, Robin Hood Jr, The Jungle Book Kids, Peter Pan, Jr. and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! Hannah has been part of the MCT family since birth. She has helped with all aspects of theatre, including props, costumes, sets, dinner theatre assistant, and she is MCT’s original prop baby! Hannah would like to thank her family and friends for their support!
Tirsah Maes (Tiller)
Tirsah is 13 years old and in 7th grade. She is homeschooled. This is her first time performing with MCT! Tirsah has previously been seen in the Laura Ingalls Wilder play in Mansfield and participated in the Play and Sing His Praises Homeschool Choir. In her free time, she enjoys doing gymnastics.
Lucy Hepworth (Jib)
Lucy is 12 years old and in 7th grade at Cedar Hopes Academy. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of The Little Mermaid Jr and Peter Pan Jr. Lucy has a great love of music and books. She enjoys making stories come alive on stage, swimming, playing in mud, and taking care of our animals.
Ryker Trevino (Nemo)
Ryker is 11 years old and in 5th grade at Shook Elementary. He has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Peter Pan Jr and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Ryker is kind-hearted, thoughtful and funny. He enjoys reading, Legos, watching Star Wars, and spending time with friends and family.
Jacob Vestal (Marlin)
Jacob is 12 years old and he is homeschooled. Jacob has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Frozen Jr, 101 Dalmatians Kids, Descendants, The Lion King Jr, The Little Mermaid Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. In his free time, Jacob likes to listen to music, play video games, and hang out with his friends.
Adalynn Rowe (Dory)
Adalynn Rowe is 12 years old and in 7th grade at Marshfield Junior High. She is bubbly and outgoing! Adalynn has previously been seen in the MCT productions of The Little Mermaid Jr and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. She has also been seen in the MJHS productions of James and the Giant Peach, Madagascar, and Shrek Jr. In her free time, Adalynn enjoys singing, cheering, staying active, and spending time with friends and family.
Cricket Cantrell (Pearl/Breeze)
Cricket is 8 years old and in the 3rd grade at Webster Elementary. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Jungle Book Kids, 101 Dalmatians Kids, Charlotte’s Web Jr, Descendants, The Little Mermaid Jr, The Lion King Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Cricket is a member of MCT’s Elementary Troupe and loves tumbling at True North Movement. Cricket would like to thank her family for their continued support.
Sawyer Taylor (Sheldon)
Sawyer is 8 years old and in 3rd grade at Strafford Elementary. He has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Peter Pan Jr and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Sawyer has also been seen in Lion King Kids, Honk Jr., and various school musicals. In his free time, Sawyer enjoys swimming, riding his bike, and his electric scooter. Sawyer would like to thank his family and grandparents for supporting him and getting him to rehearsals.
Myles McShane (Tad)
Myles is 7 years old and in 1st grade at Strafford Elementary. He has previously been seen in the MCT production of Peter Pan Jr. Myles enjoys drawing and being with his dogs Chief and Ellie.
Shylar McShane (Professor Ray/Scuba Mask)
Shylar is 13 and in 8th grade at Strafford Middle School. She has previously appeared in the MCT productions of Peter Pan Jr. and High School Musical. In her spare time, Shylar enjoys reading and drawing.
Genevieve Mall (Bruce)
Genevieve is 10 years old and in 4th grade. She is homeschooled. Genevieve has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Lion King Jr and Peter Pan Jr. She is a yellow belt in karate, enjoys singing, listening to music, and drawing. Genevieve is the proud mom to two baby chickens (despite what the hen thinks).
Kendall Bland (Chum)
Kendall is 12 years old and in 7th grade at MJHS. She has previously been seen in the MCT production of Peter Pan Jr, the MJHS production of Shrek Jr, and the MHS production of The Wizard of Oz. Kendall loves to perform and is excited to be on stage with MCT again!
Emma Salsig (Anchor)
Emma is 12 years old and is in 7th grade at MJHS. Emma has previously been seen in the MCT productions of The Lion King Jr, The Little Mermaid Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and High School Musical. She has also been seen in The Wizard of Oz at MHS and Shrek Jr at MJHS. In her free time, Emma loves to draw. She would like to give a special thank you to her mom, dad, and sister Hayleigh for supporting her.
Finley Haymes (Bubbles)
Finley is 10 years old and in 5th grade at Shook Elementary. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of The Little Mermaid Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Finley loves the comradery of theater, the confidence boost from the hard work, and most of all, the fun!
Waylon Kirk (Bloat)
Waylon is 10 years old and in 5th grade at Shook Elementary. He has previously been seen in the MCT productions of 101 Dalmatians Kids, Lion King Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Waylon is excited to be on stage again!
Addison Shaw (Gurgle)
Addison is 9 years old and in 4th grade at Wanda Grey Elementary in Springfield. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Descendants, The Little Mermaid Jr, The Lion King Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Addison is a member of MCT's Elementary Troupe. She is ready to get back on the stage!
Lydia Yarnell (Peach)
Estelle Peck (Gil)
Estelle is 11 years old and in 5th grade. She is homeschooled. Estelle loves to write, read, sing, and act.
Grayson Rockwood (Crush)
Grayson is 9 years old and in 3rd grade at Webster Elementary. He has previously been seen in MCT's productions of The Lion King Jr, The Little Mermaid Jr, and Peter Pan Jr. In his free time, Grayson enjoys swimming, basketball, riding his bike, and spending time with friends and family.
Elsie Shaw (Squirt)
Elsie is 6 years old and in the 1st grade at Wanda Grey Elementary in Springfield. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of The Lion King Jr, The Little Mermaid Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Elsie a member of MCT's Elementary Troupe. She is always full of excitement and joy!
Cohen Coy (Sheldon's Parent)
Cohen is 11 years old and in 5th grade at Shook Elementary. This is his first time performing with MCT! Cohen is a cinephile, meaning he is passionate about movies and theatre. He is very excited to perform in Finding Nemo!
Bella McAnarney (Pearl's Parent)
Bella is 9 years old and in 4th grader at Shook Elementary. Bella has previously been seen in the MCT production of Peter Pan, Jr. When she’s not on stage, she loves playing softball and basketball and spending time with family.
Samantha Vandergrfit (Tad's Parent)
Samantha is 10 years old and in 5th grade at Shook Elementary. This is her first time performing with MCT! Samantha can be shy but, she loves people. She is excited to be involved in something new!
Jace Burney (Kai)
Jace is 9 years old and in 4th grade at Shook Elementary. This is his first time performing with MCT! Jace is a fun, active boy who loves being outside playing sports, climbing trees, or riding his bike. He also loves Pokemon, Minecraft, and Mario. Jace is excited to try something new and meet some new friends.
Liliana Minor (Young Sea Turtle #1/Fish Friend)
Liliana is 8 years old and in 2nd grade. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Lion King Jr, Little Mermaid Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Liliana enjoys gymnastics, crafting, and science. She has participated with MCT in Broadway Babies and Elementary Troupe.
Lydia Rowe (Young Sea Turtle #2/Fish Friend)
Lydia is 9 years old and in 4th grade at Shook Elementary. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of The Little Mermaid Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Lydia participates in cheer and piano. In her free time, she enjoys baking, traveling, Barbies, Legos, and spending time with friends and family.
Elizabeth Hepworth (Small Fish)
Elizabeth is 5 years old and in Kindergarten at Cedar Hopes Academy. This is her first time performing with MCT! Elizabeth enjoys playing with Legos, brushing the dogs, and exploring outdoors.
Chloe Hepworth (Small Fish)
Chloe is 10 years old and in 4th grade at Cedar Hopes Academy. She has previously been seen in the MCT production of Peter Pan Jr. Theater has brought out her courage and Chloe is so excited to perform again this year. She loves to care for animals, sew, and use her pocket knife!
Olivia Bland (Small Fish/Fish Friend)
Olivia is 8 years old and in 2nd grade at Webster Elementary. She has previously been seen in the MCT production of Peter Pan Jr as the youngest Lost “Boy.” Olivia enjoys being on stage and she can’t wait to show what she can do in Finding Nemo!
Annaliese Wade (Seahorse #1)
Annaliese is 7 years old and in 2nd grade at Webster Elementary. She is so very excited to participate in Finding Nemo! Annaliese has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Peter Pan Jr. and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. She loves theatre, participating in Girl Scouts, and spending time with her friends and family. You can find Annie always dancing or singing, and she puts a smile on everyone's face!
Emmaree McAnarney (Seahorse #2)
Emmy is 5 years old and in Kindergarten at Hubble Elementary. This is her first time performing with MCT and she is so excited! Emmy also loves doing gymnastics and playing with her brother and sister.
Ella Korte (Fish #1)
Ella is 8 years old and in the 3rd grade at Webster Elementary. She has previously been seen in the MCT productions of The Little Mermaid Jr, Peter Pan Jr, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Ella has also participated in MCT's Broadway Babies and is currently a member of MCT's Elementary Troupe.