The Tappan Players will present Disney’s Moana Jr. May 2-4
Join us for the Tappan Players’ production of Disney’s Moana JR., a 60-minute musical adventure based on the beloved 2016 Disney film, specially adapted for middle school performers.
Performance Schedule:
- Friday, May 2nd at 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, May 3rd at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
- Sunday, May 4th at 2:00 p.m.
All shows will be held at Tappan Middle School.
Tickets are $12 general admission and available here.
The production features 89 talented students in the cast and tech crew, under the guidance of Producer/Director Julie Strassel, Co-director/Choreographer Wendy Ransom, and Tech Director Jon Paddock, with support from Student Directors and Choreographers Hazel Adair, Ren Horvath, and Piper Morgan.
“What’s been most fun for me as a director is seeing talented middle school students take
Julie Strassel, Producer/Director
ownership of this show. Some have been working hard behind-the-scenes sewing
costumes, using traditional Polynesian patterns, while others have been building props
like sails, oars, puppets, and masks from recycled materials. A few experienced performers
have stepped up into leadership roles as student directors and choreographers of the
ensembles and they wow me everyday in the rehearsal room. It gives me hope to see this
level of creativity, work ethic, and community-building from this young generation.”
You’ll love this thrilling and heartwarming stage adaptation of the coming-of-age tale of Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. She and the demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as she learns to harness the power that lies within. Adapted for young performers, this musical includes favorite songs by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, such as “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.”
With its empowering message of bravery, Moana JR. is sure to awaken your inner hero!
Disney’s Moana JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by
Music Theatre International.
Founded in 1991, Tappan Players produces quality musical theater experiences for the
Ann Arbor community.
Moana Jr, Tappan Players Cast & Crew List
Young Moana: Hannah Samuels Middle Moana: Claire Saba Older Moana: Piper Morgan Maui: Stella Vorlicek. Chief Ancestors: Eva Whinston, Ptolemy Weathersby, Ananya Iyer, Hazel Adair, Sia Joshi, Cate Groat, Nia Clark, Evie Roehrig. Chief Tui: Elliot Nidetz Sina: Tanvi Chulaki. Hei Hei: Bea Braun. Pua: Kellen Cole. Tamatoa Trio: Eve Cousino, Cora Ufer, Michael Shaefer. Gramma Tala: Ami Samuels. Te Ka → Te Fiti: Angeliyah Reed.
Company: Ocean Ensemble: Carmen Ashley, Chloe Bartolacci, Ivy Densen, Lydia Gilleo, Brielle Hayes, Ren Horvath*, Maya Karthikeyan, Saanvi Ojha, Gracie Pale, Natasha Powell, Angeliyah Reed, Jhanvi Sahijpal, Brittany Washington, Allison Wenk *Ocean Ensemble Dance Captain & Student Director
Ancestor Ensemble: Krishika Anand Kumar, Amat Al-Mahawili, Zayna Al-Tawil (Te Ka in Prologue), Liv Brady, River Chang, Willa Connolly, Eva Golovoy, Lulu Hunsinger, Roselyn (Rose) Leiva-Calleja (Te Fiti in Prologue), Sarah Shelef (Maui in Prologue), Azeel Jones
Villagers Ensemble: Villager Dancers: Ella Boehnke** (Villager 5), Aleena Moore, Molly Mural (Villager 6), Piper Morgan, Eve Cousino, Cora Ufer **Villagers Dance Captain Villager Fishers: Ava Jackson (Fisher 2), Yukttha KP (Villager 4), Maria Kussurelis (Fisher 1), Oliver Sperle (Villager 3), Scarlett Woods, Michael Shaefer Villager Farmers: Leo Beverly, Alma Birdsong (Villager 1), Emma Callaghan (Villager 2), Charlotte Epstein Villager Basket Weavers: Harper Place, Aaleyah Raghe, Elle Reilly, Aleena Simms.
Maui Ensemble: Krishika A., Zayna Al-Tawil, Emma Callaghan, Willa Connolly, Eva Golovoy, Lulu Hunsinger, Yukttha KP, Oliver Sperle, Scarlett Woods, Hannah Samuels, Claire Saba.
Monsters of Lalotai/puppeteers: Alma Birdsong (Angler Fish) Leo Beverly & River Chang (Eel) Harper Place & Ava Jackson (turtle & isopod) Charlotte Epstein & Roselyn (Rose) Leiva-Callejas (jellyfish) Amat Al-Mahawili, Aleena Simms (sea anemone). Gate Monster: Maria Kussurelis (purple tentacles)
Shiny Ensemble: Ella Boehnke, Bea Braun, Kellen Cole, Molly Mural, Aleena Moore, Sarah Shelef. Shiny Student Choreographer: Piper Morgan.
Mr. Paddock’s Tech Crew Club: Zara Bautista, Mia Benjey, Alex Birditt Todd, Hazel Clark, Mya Clark, Adam Dykema, Naomi Golovoy, Annika Hunsen, Avahh Jones, Kate Kozloff, Natalie Kozloff, Scarlet LaVasseur, Evie McWilliams, Robin O’Meara, Dale (Duffey) Pelton, Josephine Speyer.
Stage Managers: Tulani Woods, Lamees Brubaker, Katherine (Kat) Kartha.
Tech Backstage Crew Show Assignments: Stage Manager, Calling Show: Kat Kartha Stage Manager, Lights Board: Tulani Woods Stage Manager, Backstage Right: Lamees Brubaker Light Spots in Booth: Josephine Speyer & Naomi Golovoy Props Backstage Right: Kate Kozloff Props Backstage Left: Natalie Kozloff Sound Board & Mics: Cora Kinder, Alex Birditt Todd, Robin O’Meara Masks: Mia Benjey Costumes: Evie McWilliams, Avahh Jones, Mya Clark Hair & Makeup: Jane Claybron.
Ms. Strassel’s Theater Workshop Class: Hazel Adair, Roman Adigun, Krishika Anand Kumar, Savannah Baty, Zoey Caddell, Aveah Cheatham, Jane Claybron, Piper Conklin, Ashley Erb-Watson, Noah Gibson, Cheree James, A’Mikeah Jones-Fuller, Emily Kloak, Jayda Kohler, Natalie Kozloff, Miles Lawson, Fanny Lei, Mabrey Magee, Rowan Mann, Valeria Mendiola-Ocampo, Deena Mohamed, Varde Okde, Cooper Raggett, Josephine Speyer, Stella Vorlicek, Tulani Woods, Mia Zoldan.
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