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Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
The Fireside auditions and hires professional singers, dancers and actors from all over the United States. Many come with Broadway and National Tour experience. All of them come with great talent and a passion for their craft. They'll be looking forward to meeting you too - at The Fireside!
 Heather Nichole White (Cinderella) is thrilled to be making her Fireside debut! Regional credits: HAIRSPRAY (Amber - Sacramento Music Circus), A FUNNY THING HAPPENED . . . (Philia), URINETOWN (Hope), EDGES: A SONG CYCLE (Woman 1), THE FIX (Deborah - Musical Theatre Guild), and JEKYLL AND HYDE (Kate - FCLO). Heather is a graduate of UC Irvine and a proud member of AEA. Endless thanks to Ed and the Fireside family, Liz Caplan, and my amazing family and friends for the constant support. www.HeatherNicholeWhite.com.
 Chanlon Jay Kaufman (Prince Charming) is thrilled to be making his debut here at The Fireside and is humbled to work with such a talented and reputable cast and crew. Aside from wooing young maidens with his fancy waltzing skills and neatly pressed tights, Chanlon’s other credits include Fabrizio in LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA (California premiere), Joseph in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, Freddy in MY FAIR LADY, among others. For more information, visit his website: ww.ChanlonJayKaufman.com
 Michael Haws (King) is glad to be here for another great Fireside experience. His most recent performance was that of Jacob/Potiphar in JOSEPH . . . DREAMCOAT. A few of the other theatres where Michael has performed include Marriott Lincolnshire, Drury Lane E.P. and Light Opera Works in Chicago, Beef & Boards in Indy, Fulton Opera in Lancaster, Broadway Palm in Mesa, and The Little Theatre in Illinois. JOKE: Why is Cinderella bad at soccer? Answer: She keeps running away from the ball.
 Victoria Bundonis (Queen) NYC credits: THE HOUSE OF BLUE LEAVES (Bananas), LA VIGILIA (La Signora), THE MEMORY OF WATER (Vi), THE FLOOD (Ensemble), Albee’s EVERYTHING IN THE GARDEN (Cynthia). National Tours: GREASE with Frankie Avalon and the B’way revival of THE MUSIC MAN. Regional: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Mrs. Potts), THE MUSIC MAN (Mrs. Paroo), DAMN YANKEES (Meg), 42ND STREET (Dorothy Brock), and FOOTLOOSE (Vi). TV & Film: Nurse Jackie, All My Children, The Hacking Chronicles, and Under Jakob’s Ladder.
 Erika Amato (Fairy Godmother) was last seen at The Fireside in THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Elsa) and HOW TO SUCCEED (Miss Jones). Off Broadway: SIGNS OF LIFE (Berta). Other NYC: TRIUMPH OF LOVE (Hesione); (IN)FIDELITY (Karen). Regional: WHITE CHRISTMAS (Betty); SLEEPING BEAUTY WAKES (Bad Fairy - LA Ovation Nom.); ANYTHING GOES (Reno Sweeney - ITL Awards Nom.), 42ND STREET (Dorothy Brock), NINE (Luisa - OC Register Best Actress). TV/Film credits include Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Quantum Leap, Enchanted. www.erikaamato.com
 Ronda Rae Busch (Stepmother) is very excited to be returning to The Fireside, where she was most recently seen in THE SOUND OF MUSIC as Sister Berthe and “The Bowing Lady.” She currently resides in Milwaukee where her credits include WHITE CHRISTMAS, MAN OF LA MANCHA, THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE (Skylight Opera Theatre), HONK!, GREEN GABLES (First Stage), and THE CUDAHY CAROLERS (In Tandem). She also performs as one of “The Rhode Sisters,” a fun and feisty folk trio.
 Salli Melfi (Portia) is pleased to be returning to Wisconsin. Past Fireside credits: THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE and HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING. Other favorites include: Asian Tour of 42ND STREET, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN. Salli is a proud graduate of University of Northern Colorado. Thanks to Ed for such a wonderful opportunity, and love to the family and Patrick for all their love and support.
 Jill Ginsberg (Joy) is happy to be returning to The Fireside stage after THE SOUND OF MUSIC and HERE’S LOVE. Other credits include Laurey in OKLAHOMA!, new musicals TWILIGHT IN MANCHEGO and BELLEVUE SKETCHES, and the International Tour of Ivan Jacob’s PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Many thanks to my family and loved ones for all their constant love and support. “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” - W. Disney
 Alexander Arroyo (Herald, Ensemble) This is Alex's 4th Fireside show! Professional credits include JOSEPH . . . DREAMCOAT National Tour (Dan/Joseph US), BROADWAY’S RISING STARS (at Town Hall), UNLOCK'D (NYMF), and WEST SIDE STORY (Lyric Stage- directed by Original Broadway cast member Grover Dale). Fireside: JOSEPH (Issachar/Baker), HERE’S LOVE (Bailiff), and A FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS 2008 (The Grinch). Alex is a proud graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Many thanks Mom & Dad!
 Philip Northington (Steward, Ensemble) is very pleased to be returning to The Fireside for his second show! Regional Credits include: ON THE TOWN (Papermill Playhouse) and CINDERELLA (CLO of SBC). He has also been seen in: THE PRODUCERS (New Bedford Festival Theater) and GUYS AND DOLLS (San Diego Musical Theater). Trainee company member of Ballet Magnificat! and graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. He is very thankful for his family and Kelly for their endless support!
 Ian Frazier (Chef, Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing again on The Fireside stage. He was most recently seen as Reuben in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT as well as Ripper in last summer’s Disney HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. Some of Ian’s favorite credits include THE UNEXPECTED GUEST, SWING!, CHRISTMAS CAROL, and KISS ME KATE. Ian would like to thank Ed for giving him another opportunity to pursue his passion and to his family and friends for their constant love and support.
 Danielle Dickert Fuhrmann (Ensemble) Fireside credits include JOSEPH . . ., A FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS, GUYS AND DOLLS, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, HERE’S LOVE and WEST SIDE STORY. Danielle performed on Disney Cruise Lines, her favorite role was Cinderella in Disney Dreams. Ballet productions include: The Nutcracker, La Fille Mal Gardee and Coppelia. When Danielle is not performing she loves teaching and choreographing. Thanks to Ed and the Klopcic family. Much love to my family and Ryan, my amazing husband.
 Eleni Kanalos (Ensemble) is so excited to be making her Fireside debut! She joins the cast fresh from the National Tour of THE WEDDING SINGER (Linda). She graduated Spring of 2009 with a B.A. in Musical Theatre from Columbia College Chicago. Regional credits: Little Theatre on the Square’s GYPSY (Gypsy), WEST SIDE STORY (Anita), HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL (Kelsi), and Theatre at the Center’s world premier of KNUTE ROCKNE: ALL AMERICAN. Thanks always to mom and dad for their continuous support!
 Hanna Leigh (Ensemble) is very happy to be making her Fireside debut. She has performed in “Sleigh Ride Around the World” and “Disco Nights” for PL Productions. She danced the Spanish variation and Snow Queen in Chesapeake Ballet Company’s NUTCRACKER. Besides being on scholarship for Milwaukee Ballet’s summer intensive, Hanna was also honored with the Maryland Distinguished Scholar award.
 Doug Reed (Ensemble) This familiar face has appeared in over 80 Fireside productions. Some favorite roles include Gideon in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Andy Lee in 42ND STREET, Cosmo in SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN, Tommy Djilas in THE MUSIC MAN, Paul in KISS ME KATE, Michael Tobin in THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, and Zebulun in all three productions of JOSEPH. Doug is also active as a choreographer and director for various high schools, universities, and community theatres across Southern Wisconsin. Love to “the zoo.”
 Lawren Roulier (Ensemble) is excited to return to The Fireside after appearances in ANYTHING GOES and THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE. Other credits include the National Tour of IN THE MOOD, A CHORUS LINE (Kristine), FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (Chava), 42ND STREET (Anytime Annie), and TWELFTH NIGHT (Maria). She has a BA in Theatre and Speech from Wagner College. Thanks to family, Ed, Ann, Mary, MJ and the Klopcics. Proud new member of AEA!
 Brittany Paige Snyder (Ensemble) is back at The Fireside after having a fabulous time playing The Mute in THE FANTASTICKS last season. She is originally from Indianapolis and a graduate of Indiana University (Dance Performance & Communication and Culture). Most recently: Radio City Rockette/Arena Tour. Other favorites: Latin Feature in SWING! (Surflight), HOW TO SUCCEED (Fireside), PETER PAN and OKLAHOMA! (Beef & Boards). Also, three years at sea with Princess and Celebrity Cruises. Countless thanks to God, Mom, Dad, Family, Friends!
 Kyle Taylor (Ensemble) is thrilled to join The Fireside! Kyle is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC. He has worked for such tours as 1776 and RENT. Favorite regional credits include Ren in FOOTLOOSE, RENT, BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS (Stanley) , KISS ME KATE, WEST SIDE STORY, INTO THE WOODS, GREASE, and more. Kyle has also appeared in the NBC series 30 Rock, Runaway Bride and Tuck Everlasting. www.kyletaylor.info
 Natalie Hershman (Ensemble) There is nothing nine year old Natalie enjoys more than being a part of The Fireside productions. She has enjoyed the 2007 and 2008 FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS shows, the role of Marta in THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Susan Walker in HERE’S LOVE. Natalie is homeschooled here in Fort Atkinson where she sings in various choirs, volunteers at nursing homes and is a teacher’s assistant at Main Street Dance where she has been in numerous performances since she was 2 1/2. Thank you again to Ed and the Klopcic family.
 Emily Newmark (Ensemble) is proud to be part of her third Fireside production after appearing as Theresa in HERE’S LOVE and Marta in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. She enjoys dancing, singing, playing violin and, most of all, acting. Some of her favorite past credits include Molly in ANNIE, The Childlike Empress in THE NEVERENDING STORY, Helen in A CHRISTMAS STORY, CINDERELLA with Spotlight On Kids in Janesville and ALEXANDER… at First Stage in Milwaukee. Thanks to the whole Fireside family for this great experience!
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