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.
Madison Paige Buck (Pattie) is thrilled to be back after appearing in WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS and a two-week engagement with Steve Watts. BA in Musical Theatre from Temple University. Regional: SOMETHING ROTTEN (Bea; ACCC), MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET (Dyanne; Gretna Theatre), LES MISERABLES (Cosette; Arrow Rock Lyceum), BEEHIVE (Pattie; Virginia Rep). Madison has been a featured pop/rock front woman on cruise lines and at the American Music Theatre. Thanks to Ed and the Fireside Family, and her family and husband Ben for their love and support! @madisonpaigebuck
Alana Cauthen (Wanda) Fireside debut! Most recently seen on stage with Hugh Jackman at Radio City Music Hall (Never Enough Soloist) in From New York with Love! Favorite credits include: RENT (Seasons Soloist/Joanne US) 20th Anniversary and Japan National Tour. Regional: WAITRESS (Nurse Norma) at North Shore Music Theater. TV debut: Law & Order – “The Perfect Family” (Foreperson). VO credits: Marvel HQ – voice of Princess Shuri & Ironheart. Family & friends – Thank you for loving me, thank you for being there! Rep:@HellsKitchenAgency IG:@OnceUponAlana
Aja Goes (Alison), a Kenosha native, is pumped to make her Fireside debut! Regional credits: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET (Broadway in Chicago), CABARET (Atlanta Opera), JERSEY BOYS (Gateway Playhouse). She travelled the world performing on Holland America and Princess Cruises ships where she visited 65 countries! She also performed all over the country for our service members with the USO Show Troupe. Currently in multiple vocal groups as a member of Sunset Live Entertainment. So much love and gratitude to her family and friends! www.aja-goes.com IG: @ajagoesgram
Norrell Moore (Laura) is thrilled to be stepping into the 60’s with this standout group of women. Most recently, she was seen in 1964 and as the Narrator for JOSEPH. A Colorado-based entertainer, Moore was in the world premiere of David Nehls’ STOCKING STUFFERS. Other credits: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL (MAPAC), LEGALLY BLONDE (Arvada Center), THE HEADLINERS (Cherry Creek Theatre), ALWAYS . . . PATSY CLINE (BDT Stage), and HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH (Aurora Fox). BFA Acting MMC.
Maria Sylvia Norris (Jasmine) is thrilled to be making her Fireside debut performing these timeless classic hits!! She was recently seen on the BEETLEJUICE 1st National Tour as Juno/Maxine. Other favorite credits include Sister Mary Patrick (SISTER ACT International Tour), Rafiki (Disney Cruise Line) and Gloria (MADAGASCAR National Tour). Big thanks to this stellar company of singers and musicians, Ed and the Fireside team, and Brian at HKA!! @marianorris
Tonyia Rue (Gina) Credits: THE RANDY ANDY’S HOLIDAY TOUR, WAITRESS (Nurse Norma) – Pittsburgh CLO Madame Cliquot. BEAUTIFUL (Janelle Woods), GRUMPY OLD MEN (Punky), WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS, THAT’S WHAT I CALL ROCK ‘N ROLL, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER (Candy), BUDDY – Fireside. MAMMA MIA! (Tanya) – North Stage. Cruises: Seabourn, Holland and Norwegian. DREAMGIRLS Tour (Lorrell). Films: The Nexus Legacies, The Piano Lessons, Jackson Five, IC Light Commercial. Tonyia is delighted to join the cast of BEEHIVE for her 7th season at Fireside!
Berlande (Swing) is a versatile performer whose credits include the National Tours of THE BOOK OF MORMON (Nabulungi) and LEGALLY BLONDE (Vivienne), and the International Tours of DREAMGIRLS (Lorrell Robinson) and SISTER ACT (Tina, u/s Deloris). Regional credits include ALL SHOOK UP, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, SHREK The Musical, RENT, and more. Berlande brings vibrant vocals, heart, and storytelling to every stage she steps on. Love to KC and Mya. @BerlandeJacob
Kelsey Lepesko (Swing) is delighted to be back at The Fireside Theatre! Most recently, she performed as Karen Zimmer/Dorothy in Fireside’s A WONDERFUL LIFE, and Elsa/Cinderella with Disney Cruise Line. Film/TV credits include Skim City: The Real-Life Mafia Behind The Movie Casino with FOX. Western Connecticut State University Alum, where she studied acting, voice, and dance. Kelsey sends love and gratitude to Mom and Dad for their unwavering support. Follow her on Instagram @KelseyLepesko.
Steve Watts (Keyboards, Bandleader) 36(!!) Fireside productions since 2003, including THE LITTLE MERMAID, MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, JERSEY BOYS, ANNIE, 15 band shows, nine NYE revues, and six solo/group concerts. Regional/Int’l: ROCK OF AGES (Mercury, Chicago); TITANIC, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, RAGTIME (Milwaukee Rep); A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (Franco Parenti, Milan). NYC: MACBETH, HAMLET, and the original musical HURRICANE. Thanks to family, friends, and everyone at The Fireside. Be kind to each other.
Joe Gorman (Guitar) is a Milwaukee Guitarist who has been performing with a wide array of bands and projects over the last 25 years, ranging from country bands like the Phil Delta Group to Jazz Fusion bands such as Millennium and Street Life. Currently, among other things, Joe is performing with Steely Dane, doing the music of Steely Dan in theaters throughout the Midwest. He’s also been performing in the live music band at The Fireside Theatre for more than 15 years, and is excited to be back in 2026 for BEEHIVE!
Patrick Morrow (Drums) has played for many of the live band shows at The Fireside over the last 20 years. He has also played the drums for Milwaukee Rep, First Stage, Skylight Music Theater, Chamber Theater, Drury Lane and the National Tours of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE: The Musical; untheatrically with various rock and roll bands around the country. Patrick highly recommends his Christmas band, The Commercialists.
Johnny Padilla (Saxophone) is a self taught saxophonist from Miami, FL. Having honed his skills as a musician in the vibrant touring, recording and performance scene in Florida, he relocated to Milwaukee in 2002. Johnny has been a touring musician for Jimmy Buffett, Mongo Santamaria and Angela Carrasco. He has also performed with Arturo Sandoval, Carlos “Patato” Valdez and Paquito D’Rivera. Johnny plays the Soprano, Alto and Tenor Saxophones, Flute, Piccolo and Clarinet.
Greg Garcia (Trumpet) maintains a busy freelance schedule. He has performed with Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Noel Gallagher, Glenn Miller Orchestra, Henry Winkler, Il Divo and many more. Greg is a member of the band De La Buena and has performed at The Fireside Theatre, Skylight Musical Theater, Milwaukee Repertory Theater and the Marcus Center. Greg is a brass instructor for the Milwaukee Public Schools and the author of How To Play Trumpet In 14 Days.