The Little Mermaid Cast

Kate Schroeder is a Junior and has been in many productions for Van Buren, the Marathon Center, and Saint Michaels. Some of her previous roles include Hodel (Fiddler on the Roof), Chorus (Mamma Mia!, and Seussical), Grace Farrell (Annie), Teenage Elsa (Frozen), and Mrs. Brill (Mary Poppins). Kate is also in Band, Choir, Show Choir, KLA, and Cross Country. She would like to thank her family, Ms. Csernyik and Mrs. Beaupry, and anyone else who has helped with the show.

Cullen Tussing is a junior and was Fyedka in Fiddler on the Roof and Pepper in Mamma Mia!. Cullen is in band and wrestles 120 for Van Buren. He would like to thank his mom, dad, and Barbra.

Emily Clark is a current junior. Emily was also a chorus member in Fiddler on the Roof, Mamma Mia!, and The Little Mermaid. She is involved winter guard, marching band, and track. She would like to thank her mom and dad for their support!

Hailey Treece is a freshman and is thrilled to be part of this production! She previously appeared in Mary Poppins (ensemble) and On With The Snow (Abominable Snowman). Beyond the stage, Hailey is involved in show choir, soccer, track, cheer, and student council. She would like to give a special thank you to her mom for always being there and helping her follow her dreams!

Chance Frey is a junior with previous stage experience. Chance's previous roles include Motel (Fiddler on the Roof), Chorus (Mamma Mia!), The Tin Man (Wizard of Oz) and The Detective (Terror in the Teacher's Lounge). Chance is also involved in Football, KLA, and The Association. Chance would like to thank his family, friends, and directors for always pushing him and helping him through the musical season.

Carter Jackson (Mendel) is a freshman and was Chip in Van Buren’s Beauty and the Beast. He is a member of the Marching Band.

Tyler Price (Kyle / Nikos Argitakos) is a junior and has been a chorus member for three other productions (Mamma Mia!, Beauty and The Beast, and The Little Mermaid) and was the Rabbi in last years production of Fiddler on the Roof. Tyler is in Show Choir, Student Council, and FFA. "Thank you to my family and friends for always supporting me."

Cara Nichols (Shprintze) is in 7th grade and has been involved in shows since 2nd grade. Her recent highlights are: Jane Banks (Mary Poppins), Sardine (Spongebob the Musical), and Beatrice (Epic Quest of the Damsels in Distress). When not on the stage, Cara is busy with Leads, Power of the Pen, and the middle school play. “Thank you to all of my family and friends who support me.”

Aria Tussing (Bielke) is in 7th grade and was a chorus member in Beauty and the Beast. Aria is in her 8th year of dance and is a member of Power of the Pen.