Company Cast

Andy first began acting at the urging of his daughter, Chloe, and made his debut as a dancing plate in Beauty and the Beast. Since then he has appeared in a number of shows alongside both of his children. Company is Andy’s first foray into more thematic material. “Exploring themes like loneliness, connection, and the sometimes comedic absurdities of intimate partnership is really gratifying,” he says. “This directing team and cast are so good. So grateful to be part of such a fun show.”

Grace plays the unforgettable Sarah. She has loved being a part of many shows, including “Beauty and the Beast”, “Tuck Everlasting”, and “Bright Star”. Now she thanks the Ritz Theatre for giving her the most exciting opportunity yet! Grace says Sarah, like herself, is fiercely loyal, right about everything, and a master of karate. She and her husband, Harry, show Bobby what a vibrant marriage looks like. Come see us all in this wonderfully directed show, Company!

Dylan is from Oxford, AL and is a recent graduate of the University of North Alabama with a degree in Vocal Performance. He is excited to step into the role of Harry in this production. Dylan has recently been involved with community and UNA affiliated productions such as “Into the Woods” as ensemble/birds, “Side by Side by Sondheim”, and “A Grand Night for Singing” as pit singer for the role of Jason.

Onica is thrilled to tackle the role of Susan in "Company", adding another wonderful chapter to her theater journey. She’s done a LOT of theater (six shows to be exact) since moving to the Shoals almost three years ago! She’d like to give a huge thanks to her family for their constant support. She invites you join us in this exploration of love and companionship, where "Love is Company."

Carson will be graduating from UNA this spring and has been doing theatre since 2016, joining West Point High School productions such as High School Musical, Beauty and the Beast, and Newsies. He was also involved with Wallace State Community College’s Mary Poppins in 2018, and UNA’s Defying Gravity in 2023. This show is very special to him as a fan of Stephen Sondheim and his meaningful, timeless stories. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Mary Beth is thrilled to be playing Jenny in Company. She hopes when you see the show, you’ll find yourself relating to Bobby, as well as each of the couples in different ways, probably knowing a few of these couples in your daily life. This show will surface your own feelings about your life and make you really think, even after you leave the theater. She is so eager for you to experience this wonderful show, and with that said...”in comes Company!”

This is Vanson’s third show in the Shoals since moving here in August of 2022. He is so excited to be playing David in this production of Company! Previous credits include; Cinderella’s Father (Into The Woods, Ritz Theatre), Miles Tuck (Tuck Everlasting, Shoals Theatre), Ensemble (Rent, IMP). He is a first year graduate student at UNA studying Higher Education. #letsgetpotted

Madison is from Alabaster, Alabama and received a BFA in Musical Theatre at the University of Montevallo. Madison was recently in The Ritz production of "Into the Woods", where she played the Bakers Wife. Madison's other roles include: Dr. steckle- “Flatliners: The Musical”, Mimi Schwinn- “A New Brain”, Nora- “A Dolls House pt.2”, and Pozzo –“Waiting for Godot”. Madison would like to that her family and friends for all the endless support they have given her.

Tanner is a Florence native and graduated from Florence High School. He is thrilled to be playing Paul in Company. His most recent acting credits include Jack in Into the Woods, Jekyll/Hyde in Jekyll and Hyde: The Musical, and Jesse Tuck in Tuck Everlasting: The Musical. Tanner saw the revival of Company in 2021 and fell in love with the show and is so excited to get the chance to now be in it himself. He hopes you enjoy the show and thanks you for coming!

Amber has appeared as “Diane” in NEXT TO NORMAL, “Audrey” in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, “Aunt Eller” in OKLAHOMA, and “The Witch” in INTO THE WOODS to name just a few. Amber says sharing the stage with her son ,Tanner Rhodes, has been the biggest blessing of all. She wants to thank Macy Ladner, Mike Green, Trevor Blood and Lisa Valentine for believing in me and for giving me the opportunity to be a part of this incredible cast. Thank you so much for coming.

Eli is a freelance photographer, music producer and singer/songwriter. He recently relocated to the Shoals area from Oregon with his wife Shannon and five children, Sunny, Moses, Adrianna, Rainbow & Phineas. They have all immersed themselves in the local arts/theatre scene. He’s also the host for the podcast “Everything I Hate About Me.” Although this is his first acting role in the Shoals area, he recently co-directed “’Night, Mother” at Cypress Moon Studios.

You may have seen Lindsey in shows such as “Jekyll and Hyde: The Musical” (ensemble), “9 to 5: The Musical” (Maria), “Tuck Everlasting” (ensemble), and “Bright Star” (Dr. Norquist). This is Lindsey’s debut at the Ritz Theatre and her first Sondheim production! Lindsey says really connect with Kathy, and hope some of you do as well. She is thrilled to be part of such an amazing cast. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll laugh some more.

Heather is a lifelong performer with a love for the music of Stephen Sondheim. Some of her more notable local roles include Mae Tuck from “Tuck Everlasting”, and Jack’s Mother from “Into the Woods.” She would like to thank her wife for the continuous support and all of her animals for sharing her with the stage.

Courtney is thrilled to be back on the Ritz Theatre stage in Company! She is a Decatur native and has spent the last 3 years living in the Shoals with her husband, Drew. Most recent credits include SummerStock at the Ritz’s Into the Woods (Sleeping Beauty/Ensemble) and Gingerbread Players’ Tuck Everlasting (Ensemble), and this summer she will direct The Hunchback of Notre Dame for Dream Weavers in Decatur.