The Crucible

Mikaela Berta (Ensemble) is a pre-k special education teacher who lives in Macon with her husband and their two cats. You may have most recently seen her on MLT's stage playing Countess Lily in Anastasia, or behind the scenes running the spotlight and helping coordinate children's artwork for the lobby displays. She would like to thank her friends and family for all their love and support, and JP for giving her the opportunity to jump in and try her hand at costuming a show.

 

Kevin Bradley (Dep. Governor Danforth) is appearing in his 4th MLT production. Kevin is a local attorney and the proud father of two beautiful children and grandfather of the best granddaughter in the world.

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Cynthia Clay (Martha Corey) loves the theater! Cynthia’s first role, at age 7, was the title role of “The Lonely Machine” by Feifer, directed by her father at Brandeis University. Naturally she did theater in high school as well being part of the Competive Speech Team. She won 2nd place in Improtu at her very first competition. She studied acting in college, after which she performed in many avant guard plays and at the American Repertory Theater. Thanks to marrying a man who believes in the arts, her life continued in an artsy way, eventually leading to her run to a small theater company in Miami, Storycrafter Studio, where she directed and played some wonderful roles. Covid hit, so she and her husband moved to Macon where you see her now, happy to be part of MLT’s The Crucible.

 

Scot Cooley (Marvin Michaels) Scot is the owner of Aaron Scot Studio on Vineville Ave. He has two sons. His 11-year-old son, Logan, has practically grown up in the theatre. Scot has been a respected actor in middle GA for the past 30 yrs. His last show at MLT was California Suite. He was in Boeing Boeing, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Odd Couple, and several other shows here. A few of his other shows were Little Foxes, Rumors, and Don’t Dress for Dinner. Scot wants to thank JP for casting him and for being able to work with this great cast.

 

Hope Dickson (Ensemble) is the IB Language and Literature teacher at Central High School in Macon, GA. She is super excited about making her first acting debut with MLT by being a part of a play that she teaches every year. It is truly an honor to be a part of such a great cast and crew!  Always remember the scariest thing about history... is how often it repeats itself.  To her students: "This one is for you. Love y'all!"

 

Riley Gallagher (Susanna Walcott) is very excited to take part in the Crucible! She is 17 years old and a senior at Crawford County Middle High School where she is both Color Guard and Band Captain of the marching band as well as secretary of the Beta Club. You may have previously seen her on the MLT stage as Alice 1 in Alice in Wonderland, one of the three Romanov sisters in Anastasia the musical, or as Coral in Finding Nemo Jr. She is currently working on Seussical Jr at CCMHS where she is playing Gertrude. Riley is ecstatic to be back on the stage with her friends after a short break, and hopes you enjoy this witchy show!

 

Cassidy Hall (Mercy) is so excited to finally be performing in her favorite play! Former MLT roles include Gertrude in Seussical, Cassie in A Chorus Line, Angie in The Prom, and Ilse in Spring Awakening. She has also served as the MLT Family Series choreographer for the 24/25 season! She thanks JP for the opportunity, and GGN for their friendship always.

 

Adrian Harmon (Francis Nurse) is Realtor and Commercial Building Contractor. More importantly he is the proud father of London (Girl) and Adrian Harmon. He has recently performed in Seussical Jr with his daughter and truly enjoys live theatre.

 

London Harmon (the girls) is a 9th grade 4.0 student at Houston County High School. She is a past MLT performer performing in the plays: Finding Nemo and The Seussical. London is a 2-year Otis Redding Musical Camp participant. She is also an acting and film making student at the Kendrick Academy under celebrity actress Karen Kendrick in Fort Valley, GA. She aspires to attend Savannah College of Art and Design to obtain a bachelor's in Acting and further her education by receiving her master's at " The Juilliard School" in New York. London is the daughter of Adrian Harmon, a fellow cast member, and Irene Alexis. She is the little sister of Adrian Harmon II and owner of her pet puppies Meghan Toto (Pomeranian) and Thomas Charles (cock-a-poodle).

 

Anthony Harris (Witch Hunter) Fare thee well! And if for ever, still for ever, fare thee well: Even though ungiving, never 'Gainst thee shall my heart rebel. - Lord Byron. Actors are rogues and vagabonds. Or they ought to be. - E.M. Forster (Helen Mirren).

 

Ashlee Haynie (Sarah Good) is indignant at being typecast as the town drunk. Are you sitting in your seat at intermission and wondering if you missed seeing her somewhere? Nope you didn’t, in fact she may be arriving to the theatre right about now in order to show up in the last two scenes. But she’s been happy to have a little break after performing in Seussical the Musical (Sour Kangaroo) in MLT’s family series in order to spend more time attempting to potty train the MLT mascot Lumi. She hopes you enjoyed yourself and have learned your lesson about accusing people of witchery.

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JP Haynie (Reverend Parris/Artistic Director) JP joins the cast thanks to an approved hiatus from Actors Equity.  This is JP’s 5th season as Artistic Director of Macon Little Theatre, and he has been incredibly proud of the amazing work of the talented actors of the Middle GA community, and especially thankful for the growing positive outpouring of support for recent MLT productions.  Select credits include: Film/TV: “Men In Black III”, “The Good Wife”, “Boardwalk Empire” New York: “Kriep”, “Cat Gets Credit Card” Regional: “Peter Pan”, “White Christmas”, “Streetcar…” (Seaside Music Theatre), “Guys and Dolls”, “Carousel” (Canterbury Theatre), “Pinocchio”, “Little Mermaid”, “Alice…” (American Family Theatre), “Oklahoma”, “Frankenstein” (Thin Air Theatre).  JP graduated from Stratford Academy and Mercer University here in Macon, and has his Masters from UCF.  Thanks to his friends, family, and fellow actors, and especially his wife Ashlee and daughter Luminara.

 

Tim Hinojosa (John Proctor) is usually throwing faders in the tech booth.  A seasoned sound designer, Tim has orchestrated the auditory magic behind over 40 productions in Middle Georgia, earning a 2023 Broadway World Regional Award for his electrifying work on Macon Little Theatre’s YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. But don’t let the headset fool you—Tim is no stranger to the stage. He last captivated audiences as Dmitry in Anastasia, with previous acting credits including THE LAST FIVE YEARS (Jamie); COMPANY (Bobby); A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM (Pseudolus); BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Gaston); LOST IN YONKERS (Louie).  Whether behind the board or under the lights, Tim is always thrilled to bring his passion for storytelling to Macon Little Theatre.

 

Celia Hohnadel (Goody Nurse) Celia earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting and loves working on dramas. Her favorite roles are M’Lynn in Steel Magnolias, Jesse in “’Night Mother” and directing “Glass Menagerie” and “Almost, Maine”. Since she retired, she’s spending more time with family and the theatre.

 

Suzanne King (Abigail Williams) is so excited for the opportunity to play this role and hopes you enjoy the show! Suzanne is an 18yo high school graduate and plans to pursue a BFA in Musical Theatre this fall. Some of her recent theatre credits include the ensemble of MLT’s A Chorus Line, Frenchie in MLT’s Cabaret, as well as making her choreographer debut for Perry Player’s Annie. Suzanne dedicates her performance to her grandmother, Sheila McAllister (July 10, 1950-December 2, 2024).

 

Ayla Morgan (Betty) a Hoosier native, has been performing since she was four and has a great desire for theater and acting. Recently she starred as Marie in Disney’s Aristocats and performed as an orphan in Annie. Since her move to Georgia, she has started her filming career working on multiple projects for Netflix and a short film for a state park. Ayla is an active member of her school’s drama club and running club and was asked to join the Beta Club for academic achievements. When not acting, Ayla enjoys performing the National Anthem for local sporting events and she has actively bowled for three years with Middle Georgia United States Bowling Congress Association where she has earned academic scholarships. Additionally, she loves performing vocally, playing piano, writing music and volunteering in her local community.

 

Elaine Morgan Johnson (Tituba) has performed on local stages for years, including in Shadow Behind the Flame (Carrie), and Swing at Macon Little Theatre. Her most memorable roles were Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill (Billie Holliday) at the original Macon State College theater, and at Theatre Macon in To Kill a Mockingbird (Calpurnia), So Long on Lonely Street (Anna), Fences (Rose), Raisin in the Sun (Lena), The Delaney Sisters - Having Our Say (Sadie), Member of the Wedding (Berenice), Doubt (Mrs. Muller), and Fairview (Beverly), to name a few. “I can proudly claim to have worked with the best Artistic Directors in Middle GA, including two generations of Haynies, the father, the mother, and the son, JP. Thank you, JP, cast, and crew for your love, your trust, and your support!”

 

Addie Paige Munn (Mary Warren) is thrilled to share the stage with so many wonderful people in her MLT debut! She is an 18-year-old senior at Houston County High School where she is a board member of thespian troupe 4974 and choir. Additionally, she performs at Theatre Macon and Perry Players. Some of her favorite past roles include Miss Gulch/Wicked Witch (Wizard of Oz), Lucy (13), Golde (Fiddler on the Roof), and Tabitha/Cheshire Cat/Caterpillar 2 (Alice by Heart). She intends to pursue theatre in college next year. She “pray thee” enjoy the show!

 

Stephen O’Hara (Rev. John Hale) is so happy to be back at MLT and share the stage with such a talented and committed ensemble. Audiences may remember him from shows like Ragtime, Hunchback, and Young Frankenstein. Although this is Stephen’s 10th show at MLT, it’s only his 2nd play, and he is thrilled to take on such an exciting challenge. “Thank you to JP for his direction; the cast and crew for their hard work; and Kaley for her unconditional love and support.”

 

Adalei Sanders (Ensemble) is thrilled to be back on the MLT stage! She is currently a sophomore at Crawford County High School and is overjoyed to be a part of her first MLT play in years. She gives a big thanks to the rest of the cast, her friends, and her mom who gave her gas money to come to rehearsals.

 

Reza Sedghi (Judge Hathorne) is a local attorney making his MLT production debut. He has previously performed in shows at Theatre Macon. He is the proud father of two amazing children and dedicates this performance to his son Armin, who inspired him to return to the stage after many years.

 

Victoria Tedders (Elizabeth Proctor) is the Media Specialist at Crawford County Middle High School. Victoria has recently stepped back into theater, appearing as part of the ensemble in MLT's production of Seussical. She is particularly drawn to stories of resilience, making Elizabeth’s strength a rewarding challenge to bring to life. She would like to thank JP and the cast for their dedication, her loved ones for their support, and the audience for braving the metaphorical (and sometimes literal) flames of Salem with them.

 

Lorelai Wall (ensemble) Is a seventh grader at Miller Fine Arts Magnet Middle school in the fine arts program. You may have seen Lorelai in Moana at Miller Middle or in Guys and Dolls at Macon Little Theatre Lorelai would like to thank JP and the cast and crew for an amazing show.

 

Elliott Wall (Giles Corey) is happy to be back on the stage at MLT with this fantastic cast and crew. You may have seen him on stage recently as part of the cast of Anastasia here at MLT. Elliott would like to thank JP, this fantastic cast and crew, his wife Sheree and daughter Lorelai for allowing him to continue this wonderful journey.

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Joseph Whidby (John Willard) is thrilled to be a part of this timeless piece of American Theatre. You may have seen him onstage recently as a Wickersham Brother in Seussical at MLT or as Bishop How in Theatre Macon's production of The Elephant Man. Portraying a historical character is always both thrilling and challenging. Joseph is thankful to JP and the entire cast and crew for this opportunity. Y'all enjoy the show!

 

Rebecca Wilson-Gimeno (Ann Putnam) has made a home here at Macon Little Theatre and is loving every moment. She has been seen on this stage in Clue (Mrs. White), Murder on the Orient Express (Helen Hubbard), and The Wolves (Soccer Mom). She would like to express her love and gratitude to her family for always supporting her no matter the dream or whim. She would especially like to thank her beautiful husband, Robert, for picking up the slack at home and always making time to run lines with her (this was a hard script). "Eras mi mayor aventura."