Alex (He/Him) is in the 6th grade at Harrison Middle School. He joins Royal River Community Players for his second production after previously participating in Stroll Haunted Yarmouth. He draws inspiration from his favorite RRCP founding member, David Ray, who encouraged Alex and his brother in their creative endeavors.

Ava (She/Her) is thrilled to play The Sheep in Charlotte’s Web. Previously, she starred as Matilda in Cape Elizabeth Middle School’s 2024 production of Matilda. Ava sings with Horizon Voices and has trained with the New York City Vocal Academy and Jaye Churchill. When she’s not performing, she loves dancing at Maine State Ballet, hiking, skiing, and running. Ava is grateful for the support of her family, friends, and teachers.

Ava (She/Her) is thrilled to be back at RRCP for her second show with them! Previously at RRCP she stage managed Heidi in 2024, and throughout this past year she has stage managed Charles' Christmas Carol Story (Schoolhouse Arts Center), The Prom (Lyric Music Theatre), and Frozen JR (Schoolhouse Arts Center). She wants to thank everyone at RRCP for welcoming her back with open arms, her coworkers for always giving her time off for rehearsals/performances, and her friends and family for constantly supporting her dreams. Enjoy the show!

Bill's (He/Him) kids would tell you he's had every job in the world, and they wouldn't be far off. Currently, he is a full-time Dad, part-time Charter Boat Captain, and part-time Audiobook Narrator. He is excited to be back on stage with the Royal River Community Players, after a fun run with Stroll Haunted Yarmouth. Bill has been on and off the stage throughout his life, playing characters like Charlie Brown in his youth to Adult Ralph in A Christmas Story in more recent times. This show, however, is an exceptional one because it marks the first time he gets to play alongside his daughter, Rowan.

Brandon (He/Him) is excited to return for his second show with Royal River Community Players! As a fan of everything behind the scenes, Brandon can often be found making everything from props to puppets, designing lights and sound or even entire sets! Recent credits include The 39 Steps with Royal River Community Players, The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition, Frozen Jr, Fame Jr, Beauty and the Beast Jr, Into the Woods Jr, The Lion King Jr and The Little Mermaid Jr, all with Falmouth Middle School Musical Theatre.

Cam (He/Him) is excited to be back on stage at Royal River Community Players! He most recently performed in Lyric Music Theater’s A Christmas Carol the Musical and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Tiny Tim/Scrooge at 8 and Children’s Chorus). Other favorite roles include Bruce in Matilda (RRCP), The Candy Man in Willy Wonka Jr. (STAGES), Les in Newsies (MYT) & Lollipop Guild in The Wizard of Oz (MYT). He hopes you enjoy the show!

Cassie (She/Her) is a former 10 year Middle School History teacher specializing in historic garment construction by way of the Arizona Steampunk and cosplay Communities. She specializes in villain costume builds, is committed to ensuring kids today get an opportunity to explore sewing as an artistic expression. She currently also substitute teaches in Yarmouth and South Portland School Departments.

Chris DeFilipp (He/They) is a Portland, Maine-based multi-hyphenate theater artist (director/designer/playwright), graphic designer, and all-around nerd. They are the founder of Chimera Theatre Collective, and when not freelancing or creating, can regularly be found watching far too much theater anywhere from Maine down to Boston. He feels HUMBLE about his Royal River design debut, and wishes you a RADIANT time! www.chrisdefilipp.com

With nearly two decades of experience working with non-profits in the southern Maine, Chris Sullivan has made a career of creating accessible art experiences for audiences of all ages.

Chris has led the way in designing and creating spaces for the arts all over Maine, most notably in his key role as the Consulting Exhibits Director for the new Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, which opened in 2021 and features 30,000 square feet of exhibits spanning three floors and a 90 seat proscenium theater. As a longtime leader at the organization since its days on Free Street, Chris was instrumental in preserving the organization’s mission, vision, and heart while expanding its reach. He proudly served as Board President for Mad Horse Theater Company. His leadership efforts helped secure several key sources of funding. This expanded organizational capacity that empowered Mad Horse to continue its proud creative legacy of bringing innovative, challenging performances to the greater Portland community.

Cookie (She/Her) is a choreographer based in Denmark, Maine. Cookie spent the last decade working as a professional dancer and dance teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area, dancing for companies like Joe Goode Performance Group and teaching contemporary dance classes for professionals at ODC School. She is thrilled to be back in Maine with the opportunity to choreograph and teach at Royal River Community Players. She also teaches at dance studios across the Western Maine and Mount Washington Valley, NH.

Emma is a sophomore at Yarmouth High School. She has worked with Royal River Community Players many times since age 9, and most recently assisting with costume design and manufacture for Stroll Haunted Yarmouth and Charlotte’s Web. She loves playing in fabric and yarn at all hours of the day. Words often used to describe her include but are not limited to; “Spectacular”, “fantabulous”, and “epic”.

En (They/Their) is excited to be in their third musical at the Royal River Community Players! They are glad to be performing among friends and grateful for the support of their parents, cat, and sibling as well as that of the cast and crew. They have enjoyed being a part of all the hard work put into this production. They find theater to be a great way to meet new people. They hope you enjoy the show!

Fiona (She/Her) is part of the ensemble and is so glad to return to RRCP! Favorite roles include Miss Honey in Matilda and Molly in 13! She hopes you enjoy the show.

Fritz (He/Him) is so thrilled to be in his first production with Royal River Community Players. After moving to the Portland area from Kansas City this summer, you may have caught him as Cuddy Banks in Witch by Jenn Silverman at Mad Horse Theatre Company. Other favorite roles of his include Cassius in Julius Caesar, Barry Glickman in The Prom, Charles Wilcox in The Inheritance Parts I & II, Oliver River in Puffs, Peter Rabbit in Peter Rabbit and many more. He would like to thank his partner, Bo for his unwavering support and love. Enjoy the show!

Johnny (He/Him) is a local actor (as well as basically everything else) and likes to spend his time comfortable, at home, with his wife and cats. He is quietly amassing a sizable Lego collection and it's becoming a problem. Please enjoy the show!

Josie (She/Her) is excited to return to the RRCP stage. Her favorite performances include The Sound of Music (Ogunquit Playhouse: Marta, MSMT: Gretl), singing with Spotlight Kidz at Radio City Music Hall and Madison Square Garden, Elf (Ogunquit Playhouse: ensemble), Matilda (RRCP: Amanda). When not on stage, Josie likes to read Archie comics, dance on her trampoline and play with her little sister. Josie is represented by Zoom Talent Management. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Kat (She/They) is excited to be working with RRCP for the first time. Some of the weirdest props Kat has ever sourced/made are a real USPS blue mailbox, a functional cardboard bear trap, and giant toothbrushes. Maine props design credits include Mad Horse, Good Theater, Fenix Theatre, Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine. Kat is also a local actor, director, and photographer. May we all learn from Charlotte's friendship, empathy, and kindness.

Keith (He/Him) is excited to be on the stage at RRCP once again with his family (wife Meagan and sons Silas and Lucas). When not singing loudly in the theater Keith enjoys singing loudly in his car, at work, and at home. He would like to thank his father and Cousin Eddie for inspiring Homer's accent and all of his family and RRCP family for their love and support.

Laura (She/Her) is thrilled to be a part of this production of Charlotte’s Web! She recently moved to Maine from the Washington DC area and is looking forward to exploring all aspects of the vibrant theatre community here. Laura has degrees in both Theatre Arts and Education, and spent many years either performing on stage, doing gig work as a vocalist, or directing shows. She holds a special place in her heart for musical theatre and hopes you find our show to be T-E-R-R-I-F-I-C!

Lilah (She/Her) is in first grade at Rowe School in Yarmouth. She has a vivid imagination and loves acting and singing. Her sister Sienna is a wonderful singing coach and support. This is Lilah’s first production other than the lead role of rainbow fish during summer theater camp. Other than acting Lilah loves soccer, swimming and art.

Lindsey (She/Her) is excited to be collaborating with RRCP for the first time! She has produced & directed in the UK, South Korea, and Southern Maine. During the day she works in the development department in Portland Stage Company and spends her evenings directing and growing her coaching business at www.lindseyjadehiggins.com, where she helps actors and directors build sustainable careers.

A heartfelt thank you to Chris, Nate, and Laura for the opportunity to be part of this wonderful production!

Lucas (He/His) is in 1st grade at Rowe School in Yarmouth. He has had a great time as Lamb, one of the animals on Zuckerman’s Farm! Last summer he played Michael in a RRCP camp production of Peter Pan and this past winter he played pickpocket Nipper in Oliver! with Midcoast Youth Theater. Lucas also enjoys skiing, camping, swimming, and dance classes. He hopes you liked the show!

Maia (She/Her) is in 6th grade in Scarborough and is excited to bring Fern to the Royal River Community Player’s stage. Her previous roles include Matilda with RRCP’s production of Matilda, multiple productions with Stages Youth Theater including Peter Quince in A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka Jr. She is a member of the PSO Children’s Chorus and has performed in The Magic of Christmas and La Bohème at Merrill Auditorium.

Marlena (She/Her) is thrilled to be returning to the Royal River Community Players stage to help bring one of her favorite children's books to life. Most recently she appeared in RRCPs production of Matilda as well as Disaster at Community Little Theatre. When not on stage, Marlena loves to travel, cook new recipes, read a good book, and spend time with family and friends. Enjoy the show!

Mars (She/Her) is a sophomore at Yarmouth High School. In the past she has acted in RRCP‘s Alice! An original musical, and Narnia. She has also run lights for a production of Wonka, The Princess Bride, and RRCP‘s SHY. Outside of theatre Mars enjoys pursuing her interests in visual arts and music. Mars is ecstatic to be a part of Charlotte‘s Web!

Meagan (She/Her) loved Charlotte's Web as a child so is excited to play Edith Zuckerman with her sons, Avery Arable and Lamb, and her husband, Homer! Previously, Meagan’s been in Matilda, Free to Be: You and Me, and Stroll Haunted Yarmouth with RRCP and this past winter was in Oliver! with MYT. She thanks Nathan, Laura, Ava, LIndsey, and the rest of the cast and crew for their hard work and all of the fun!

Nathan (He/Him) is very excited to be working with Royal River Players! Previous directing credits include The Neverending Story (Maddy's Theatre) Uncle Bob, Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Vigils, Kimberly Akimbo (Mad Horse) various plays for the Maine Playwrights Festival as well as a number of projects for PortFringe. Additionally, Nathan assistant directed a production of The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity in Chicago for Red Theater. Much love to Kat and also to Sir Rufus, who is a good boy.

Randy (He/Him) is RRCP's in- house photographer extraordinaire. He has been involved with RRCP for several years in many capacities. In addition to doing the cast & crew headshots, as well as publicity materials, he has performed in Stroll Haunted Yarmouth, playing such roles as Mr. Hammond and Captain Joseph Buckman, to name a few. He is grateful to RRCP for having had the opportunity to celebrate the human spirit through the roles of those who have lived before us. He enjoys his family immensely, and loves photography, baking, hanging with his dog walking group, singing, playing ukelele, exploring the ocean, and practicing Yoga.

Riley (She/Her) is thrilled to perform in her first show with Royal Rivers Community Players. She has theater experience from high school and college but took a break for school. Riley graduated from Ohio State University College of Dentistry in May and recently moved to Maine with her husband and two guinea pigs. When she isn’t working as a dentist, she enjoys playing video games and watching Formula One racing. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Rory (She/Her) chose to volunteer for RRCP because of her interest in the “behind the scenes work” of theater. She is a junior at Yarmouth High School, and is our enthusiastic, patient, and kind Sound Operator. She has been previously involved in choir and community theater at Portland Players.

Rowan (She/Her) is a student at Mabel I. Wilson Elementary. Prior to last year, her experience in performance was limited to annual plays put on with her cousins on their family camping trip. Since then, however, she has been taking part in Royal River's youth classes and enjoying the showcases that go along with those. Since then, she was thrilled to be a part of Stroll Haunted Yarmouth and now this production of Charlotte's Web, her first musical! She has loved every moment of the experience so far, and is excited to take to the stage again.

Rowen (She/Her) is a 4th grader at Yarmouth Elementary School. Rowen is thrilled to be making her stage debut with the Royal River Community Players after participating in their youth ensemble classes. Rowen loves to sing, sew, play soccer and spend time with her friends and family. She would like to thank Nathan and Laura for giving her this opportunity, and her cousin Rebecca for helping her practice.

Ruthie (She/her) is thrilled to make her debut at Royal River Community Theater in Charlotte’s Web! She has performed in several productions at Maddy’s Theater and her school, though she also enjoys helping behind the scenes. When not on stage, Ruthie loves playing tennis and spending time with her friends. She is grateful for this opportunity and thanks the cast, crew, and her family for their support. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Silas (He/Him) is very excited to be playing Avery in Charlotte's Web at RRCP! His parents Edith and Homer Zuckerman and his little brother Lamb are also in the show. When Silas is not on stage you might find him dancing tap and ballet at Maine State Ballet or doing a tough math problem. Make sure this summer you come and see Silas as an Oompa Loompa in Willy Wonka at MSMT. Silas has had a lot of fun here and hopes you enjoy the show!

Sofia (She/Her) is from Gorham and is so excited to branch out to be in this production in Yarmouth!! Aside from playing Charlotte, she has previously been in multiple GHS shows such as Mamma Mia (Tanya), Clue (Mrs. Peacock), Into the Woods (Florinda), and Mary Poppins (Mrs. Corey). She has also recently starred in Gorham Performing Arts center’s Singing In the Rain (Kathy). She hopes you enjoy the show...and hopes you buy concessions to PIG out!!!

Timothy (He/Him) enjoys playing guitar, writing music, and listening to music. He been at the theatre for about 6 and a half years.

Zadie (She/Her) is new to the stage. Getting a role in Charlotte's Web has been such an exciting time for her. Outside of acting, Zadie stays busy as a 3rd grader and is dedicated to being a good friend and family member. She enjoys playing in the snow, skiing, riding her bike, swimming, softball and all of the other things that come with being a kid in 2025.