Who’s Who in the Cast- Anne of Green Gables 2019

by | Feb 3, 2019 | News

Asher B. (Gerry) 

This is Asher’s second year in STP, and his favorite role was “The Owl” in The Little Red Hen. One thing he likes about being in Anne of Green Gables is the story. Some of his hobbies include skateboarding, rapping, playing guitar, football, and imagining that he has superpowers. When he grows up, Asher wants to be a tower climber. Asher wants to tell the world that Jesus is “the one that made you so You should appreciate Him.”

Noah C. (Charlie)

In his three years at STP, Noah’s favorite role was “Medgar” in The Empresses’ New Clothes. Noah enjoys seeing his friends in class and he likes the story of Anne of Green Gables. In his spare time, Noah likes origami, gaming, reading, karate, shooting sports, and chess. In the future, Noah wants to be an author and arachnologist! Noah wants to tell the world that Jesus “is the true Creator! It is impossible to say that He isn’t real.”

Abigail D. (Rachel Lynne)

This is Abigail’s fifth year in STP! This year she has enjoyed being able to act, sing, and hang out with friends. Abigail wants to be a meteorologist or a singer in the future! In the meantime, Abigail enjoys singing, acting, and running. One thing she has learned from being in Anne of Green Gables is being grateful. Abigail wants to tell the world “Jesus is coming back soon so you need to repent!”

Harper E. (Mrs. Sloan)

This is Harper’s fifth year at STP and her favorite role was “Sally” in Daddy Long Legs. Some of her hobbies include running, playing the flute, calligraphy, and baking. When she grows up, Harper wants to be a FBI agent! One thing Harper has learned from being in Anne of Green Gables is that “It’s never too late to become a Christian: for us, or for the characters in our shows.”

Susanna F. (Prissy Andrews)

This is Susanna’s sixth year in STP! Her favorite role in that time was “Zuzu” in It’s a Wonderful Life. One thing Susanna has learned from being in Anne of Green Gables is “that I’m too young for a romantic relationship!!!” When she grows up, she wants to be a medical doctor, but for now, Susanna enjoys gymnastics, ultimate frisbee, and playing the ukulele! Susanna want to tell the world that Jesus loves everybody!

Claire F. (Lucilla Harris)

This is Claire’s third year in STP and her favorite role so far is this one! When Claire grows up she wants to be an Aerospace Engineer! For now, she likes reading, writing, ballet, and acting. Claire enjoys being in this okay because she likes the Story of Anne of Green Gables. Claire wants to tell the world that Jesus is always with you and He is always in control!

Sarah F. (Marilla) 

Sarah has been in STP for four years, and in that time, her favorite role was “Millie” in Kids of Bristol. Some of her hobbies include reading, playing piano, and doing math, and when she grows up she wants to be an engineer! This year, Sarah had enjoyed working with the younger kids and watching the show come together. One thing Sarah has learned from this show is being more grateful for her blessings.

Campbell K. (Blewett Child)

This is Campbell’s first year in STP! In her spare time, Campbell enjoys gymnastics, crafting, and cooking. When she grows up she wants to be a veterinarian! Her favorite thing about being in Anne of Green Gables is “Not having any independent speaking roles.” One thing Campbell wants to tell the world about Jesus is that Jesus love you! 

Charity M. (Mrs. Barry)

This is Charity’s second year in STP, and her current role is her favorite! In her spare time, Charity enjoys singing, basketball, gymnastics, volleyball, and playing with dogs. When she grows up, Charity wants to be an animal rescuer! Charity wants to tell the world that Jesus “loves people even if they don’t love Him. He died to save us. He will forgive you. All you have to do is ask Him!”

Micah M. (Student)

This is Micah’s first year in STP! This year while working on Anne of Green Gables, Micah has learned about faith! He says “I feel like I belong here when we do cast parties.” When he has free time, Micah likes to play with Legos, have Nerf and Airsoft wars, and eat candy! In the future, Micah wants to be in the military. Micah wants to tell the world that Jesus died for you and took all your sins away!

Gabby O. (Charlotte, Blewitt Child #2)

This is Gabby’s first year at STP and one thing she has learned from being in Anne of Green Gables is “If you truly have God’s love in your heart, you need to show it to others.” In her free time, Gabby enjoys reading books, coloring, and playing with her brothers and sisters. When she grows up, Gabby wants to be a librarian or an author! Gabby wants to tell the world that “One day Jesus will make everything right again.”

Makinley O. (Ruby)

This is Makinley’s third year in STP and her favorite role was “Alice” in Through the Looking Glass! One thing she has learned this year is to rely on God. Outside of STP, she enjoys reading, singing, and painting. When asked about what she wanted to be when she grows up she said “Jesus knows, I do not.” She wants to tell the world that Jesus loves us even though we sin!

JB R. (Mathew)

This is JB’s second year in STP and Matthew is his favorite role so far! One thing JB has learned to focus on this year is to always be grateful for what you have. Jb always has a deck of cards on hand and loves to do magic tricks! Though he doesn’t know what he wants to be in the future, he hopes that magic and theatre will be apart of his life! JB wants to tell the world that Jesus is here to save you from your sins! 

Marissa S. (Miss Stacy) 

This is Marissa’s first year in STP, and this role is her favorite so far! She has enjoyed meeting new friends and acting with them this year! Outside of STP she enjoys singing, walking in fashion shows, theatre, and Girl Scouts. In the future, Marissa wants to be a teacher or a dermatologist. Marissa wants to tell the world that Jesus “He is always with you even in your times of hardship.  If you pray to him during those times, he will help you through anything.”

Brayden W. (Reverend Allan)

This is Brayden’s forth year at STP. Over that time, Brayden’s favorite role was the “Red King” in Through the Looking Glass. When he has free time, Brayden enjoys acting, reading, and playing basketball. When he grows up, Brayden wants to be a Disney imagineer! One thing Brayden has liked about being a part of the Anne of Green Gables cast is learning about gratitude. 

Brooke W. (Minnie Mae)

This is Brooke’s second year in STP, her favorite role so far was the “Cat” in The Little Red Hen. Her favorite thing about being in Anne of Green Gables is that she learns about God! In her free time, Brooke enjoys horseback riding, acting, jump roping, and reading. When she grows up, Brooke wants to be a veterinarian. Brooke wants to tell the world that Jesus loves everyone. 

Gianna W (Anne)

This is Gianna’s first year in STP and her first role on stage. She has loved playing Anne. Some of Gianna’s hobbies include acting, singing, dancing, and conducting science experiments. From working on this play, Gianna has learned to be grateful for everything. Gianna wants to tell the world that Jesus is the one true God. 

Issac W. (Mr. Phillips)

This is Issac’s first year in STP, and he had liked being in Anne of Green Gables because “it is a fun play to act in.” One thing he has learned this year is to use his imagination! Although he does not know what he wants to be when he grows up, for now, Issac enjoys playing drums, playing sports, and listening to music. Issac wants to tell the world that God’s NOT dead! 

Who is Josh?

by | Jan 24, 2019 | News

We would like to take another opportunity to invite you to join us on Friday, February 15th for a special concert featuring Joshua Carswell!(You may have seen the information floating about here and there on social media or the many posters displayed throughout our building! )

What is so special about this concert you may ask? You may never have heard of Joshua Carswell!
1) Joshua Carswell is also an alumnus of STP (formerly CYT) and has performed the roles of The Phantom (Le fantome de l’opera), George Mueller (Kids of Bristol), Combeferre (Les Miserables), and Mordecai (Esther) during his time with us.

2) Since leaving STP, graduating from Elon with a degree in Vocal Performance, and moving to Nashville, Joshua has produced several of his own albums (with one currently in the works), and has performed at venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Grand O’le Opry!
 
3) Joshua also travels and performs with the Annie Moses Band!  (Perhaps you HAVE heard of them!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlk4190oSu0&list=PLWMuIWfXBel8PJqDF27vnclhNwDWq2w1Z

4) Joshua is a huge supporter of STP and has agreed to come with his band to offer a fundraising concert to help us raise funds  to continue the amazing ministry program for your students and many more who the Lord might bring through our doors!   As Mrs. Leslie mentioned in our end of year letter, there are many aspects to running STP beyond just running the class and performing a play. These funds will help us improve the building, purchase new tech equipment for your students to use in their productions, upgrade costuming, and really- just keep our doors open so that all may enjoy being involved in productions or participating as a guest in the audience-for many more years!

5) Joshua will bring to the stage a variety of songs ranging from light worship, some of his own writing, and songs everyone can enjoy from the Great American Songbook! Check out a few of his performances right now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_R_fly3pr0
http://www.joshuacarswell.com/

How might you help you might wonder? We would really appreciate it if you could help spread the word to your friends and neighbors.  (Makes a great Valentine’s Date night!)   Share the events and posts from FB and Instagram, hang a poster in your church. (Carol Ann will have some in the business office just for you!)

And please plan to join us! We  are excited to share the night with you!Tickets are on sale at tickets.spiritualtwist.com

Who’s Who in the Cast Princess and the Pea 2019

by | Jan 14, 2019 | News

Beatrice B. (Laura)

This is Beatrice’s third year in STP, and in that time her favorite role was the “Little Mirror” in Snow White. Her favorite thing about being in Princess and the Pea is the dancing, and one thing she has learned is “You cannot be good enough to be saved on your own.” In her free time, Beatrice likes playing Legos, basketball, and coloring, and when she grows up, she wants to be a farmer.

Levi B. (Richard, Servant)

This is Levi’s sixth year in STP, and his favorite role was “Jimmy” in Daddy Long Legs. His favorite thing about being in Princess and the Pea is being in the “Perfect Pea” scene. Levi likes playing with Legos and Airsoft guns in his free time, and he wants to be a tank designer when he grows up. One thing Levi wants to tell the world about Jesus is that “He’s got love for you”. 

Poppy B. (Pedigreea) 

This is Poppy’s seventh year in STP, and her favorite roles were the “seven various ones” she played in Daddy Long Legs. One thing Poppy has learned this year is being more confident on stage. She doesn’t know exactly what she wants to do in the future, but for now, she enjoys swimming, art, playing piano, school, and Legos. One thing Poppy wants to tell the world about Jesus is that “I love Hime and that He is awesome”. 

Charity H. (The Queen) 

Charity is in her seventh year at STP! Her favorite role in that time was playing “Jolie” in last year’s production of Sleeping Beauty. In the future, she wants to be a singer or a doctor/pediatrician, but for now, she enjoys singing, dancing, cooking, and baking. Some things Charity has learned from being in Princess and the Pea is that you don’t have to do life by the book, and that change is ok.

Tanner H. (The Butler) 

This is Tanner’s first year in STP, and his favorite role is this one (so far!). In his spare time, Tanner enjoys painting, playing the ukulele, and playing Fortnite. When he grows up, he wants to be an artist. This year, Tanner has learned to “project my voice” and has “gained confidence on stage”. He wants to tell the world that Jesus is forgiving and that He loves you!

Lorelei K. (Glamoura) 

This is Lorelei’s first year in STP, and her favorite part so far is making new friends and learning more about acting. In her free time, she enjoys acting, playing piano, writing, reading, and singing. In the future, Lorelei wants to be an author or actor, or maybe both! She wants to tell the world that Jesus loves you unconditionally and He will never leave you or forsake you!

Laura M. (Aunt Louisa)

This is Laura’s fourth year in STP, and her current role is her favorite! Her favorite thing about being in Princess and the Pea is how funny it is. In the future, Laura wants to be a children’s book author, for now though; she likes reading, soccer, and writing. What Laura wants to tell the world about Jesus is that “He’s real and you can’t do anything without Him”. 

Natalie M. (Princess Temporal) 

This is Natalie’s seventh year in STP, and her favorite role is her current one! Her favorite thing about being in Princess and the Pea is that “we are all a family, and that the message is great”. Outside of STP, Natalie likes playing volleyball. When she grows up, Natalie wants to be a counselor or hairstylist. One thing that she has learned from her role is that you shouldn’t have a temper, and if you do people might get a different idea about you. 

Paige M. (Scribe 1, Servant)

This is Paige’s fifth year in STP, and her favorite role was “Amy Lawrence” in Tom Sawyer. Her favorite thing about being in Princess and the Pea is “the time before the play when we gather and pray”. In the future, Paige wants to be a professional dancer, and her hobbies include dancing, singing, playing piano, and reading. One thing she has learned from being in Princess and the Pea is that it doesn’t matter what you wear, or what you know, only that you love and honor God. 

Sam M. (Teacher William)

Sam is in his third year of STP, and his favorite role was “Huckleberry Finn” in Tom Sawyer. His favorite part of being in Princess and the Pea is the comedy in the play. When he’s not at STP, his hobbies include playing basketball and biking. He hopes to one day become a firefighter. Sam says what he has learned from being in Princess and the Pea is that “The only way to heaven is by having a relationship with Jesus/God”. 

Sloan M. (Servant, Royal Child)

This is Sloan’s first year in STP, and she has enjoyed meeting lots of new friends and playing theatre games in the offseason. In her free time, Sloan likes drawing, photography, playing piano, playing basketball, and all things science! She is not sure exactly what she wants to do when she grows up, but she likes photography and animals. One thing she has learned from being in Princess and the Pea is that “God is important in all our lives and He did all of this just for us”!

Matthew P. (Messenger, Charles)

This is Matthew’s first year in STP, and his favorite role he has ever played is the Prince’s Father. One thing Matthew enjoys about being in Princess and the Pea is that “It’s a funny play”. Matthew wants to be a good person when he grows up, but for a career, maybe something in engineering. His hobbies include board games, strategy games, modeling, art, reading, math, analytics, RC cars, RC planes, Legos, and robotics. One thing Matthew wants to tell the world is that “Jesus knows no one is perfect and He loves you”.

Sarah P. (Miss Mays)

This is Sarah’s first year in STP, and her favorite role is this one! One thing Sarah has learned this year is to sing on stage with no stage fright. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys art, drawing, painting, any type of craft, and theatre, and when she grows up, she wants to be an animator. One thing Sarah wants to tell the world about Jesus is “That He can be your best friend too”.

Olivia S. (Scribe 2, Diana)

Olivia has been in STP for two years, and her favorite role is her current one playing one of the scribes. Her hobbies include basketball, playing Wii, and anything to do with dogs! She is not sure what she wants to be when she grows up, but she knows she wants to do something with animals. One thing she has learned this year is that everyone has a job and each role is important for the production!

Vienna Rose S. (Laralyn) 

This is Rose’s sixth year in STP, and her favorite role is this one! Her favorite thing about being in Princess and the Pea this year is the friendship and the music. Rose isn’t sure exactly what she wants to do in the future, but for now, she enjoys drawing, singing, and playing violin and piano. One thing she has learned from being in Princess and the Pea is “to rely on who He says I am”. 

Rebecca W. (Perfecta) 

This is Rebecca’s seventh year in STP, in that time, her favorite role has been a chorus member in Daddy Long Legs. Her favorite thing about being in Princess and the Pea is the fellowship. In the future, she wants to be a police detective, but for now, Rebecca enjoys doodling and playing video games. She wants to tell the world that “Jesus died so that you can have new life”!