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.
Briana Sky Riley (Elsa) is thrilled to be making her Fireside debut as Elsa in FROZEN! Previous credits include Rachel Green/Dance Captain in FRIENDS! The Musical Parody Off-Broadway and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. A Boston Conservatory at Berklee graduate, Briana is a singer-songwriter (released her debut country single this summer), voice actor, and model represented by The Luedtke Agency and MMG. Endless gratitude to her family and The Fireside. Instagram: @borntobebree
Katie Claire McGrath (Anna) The Fireside: Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID (Ariel), HAIRSPRAY (Penny). Off-Broadway: ZORBA! (The Widow, J2 Spotlight), A ROOM WITH A VIEW (Lucy Honeychurch, AMT Theatre). Regional: OLIVER! (Nancy, TheatreZone), Disney’s NEWSIES (Katherine, TBTS). International: MAMMA MIA! (Sophie), Disney Entertainment. Film/TV: The Beast in Me (Netflix), Inside the Rain, F.B.I. Original, Law & Order: SVU. AEA/SAG-AFTRA. Proudly signed with HKA. Katie Claire pronounces her last name Mc-GRAH. @thekclairemcgrath
Ivan Bracy Jr. (Kristoff) is thrilled to be back at The Fireside for this chilling Disney tale! Past Fireside credits include MATILDA, ROCKY, and A WONDERFUL LIFE. Other credits: Marriott Theatre, CLO, The REV, Pittsburgh Playhouse, and Bay Area Theatre. Offstage he can be found directing/choreographing on the West Coast and coaching the youth in theatre. It’s been a dream to bring this world to life. Ivan hopes you enjoy the magic of the show! @ivanbracyjr
Leo Carmody (Hans) is thrilled to be back at The Fireside! Originally from Michigan, Leo is an actor based in NYC. Proud graduate of the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music – CCM with a BFA in Musical Theatre. Favorite Credits: Tony in WEST SIDE STORY (Southwest Michigan Symphony), BEAUTIFUL (Saugatuck Center for the Arts, Fireside Theatre), JERSEY BOYS (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina), PHANTOM and FROZEN (Gateway Playhouse). Thanks to The Price Group Agency, Ed, Mary, MJ, and Culver’s. For Mom & Dad. @leocarmody
Amy Rodriguez (Olaf) is excited to be back at The Fireside Theatre after playing Tracy Turnblad in their production of HAIRSPRAY this spring. She lives in NYC but is originally from the Chicago Suburbs and is thrilled to be so close to home while here in Fort Atkinson. Previous work includes Tracy in HAIRSPRAY (National Tour and RCCL). University of Iowa Alum! All the love to her family and friends. @amy.rodriguez
Evan Hussey (Weselton) has previously appeared at The Fireside in THE LITTLE MERMAID (Scuttle), OKLAHOMA! (Ali Hakim), SCROOGE (Tom Jenkins/Dick Wilkins), and MARY POPPINS (Swing). Other credits include: National Tour: ELF (2022 & 2024) and HAIRSPRAY. Regional: City Springs Theatre Company, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Surflight Theatre, Little Theatre on the Square. Marymount Manhattan Alum. Proud AEA Member. Thanks to Ed, Kristyn, MJ, Mary, and Brian at HKA. For Wheeler, always. @evanhussey
Craig Underwood (Oaken) is thrilled to back after last appearing as the Trunchbull in MATILDA. Other Fireside shows include the Constable in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Ghost of Christmas Present in SCROOGE, Big Jule in GUYS AND DOLLS, and the Big Bopper in BUDDY: The Buddy Holly Story. He is a proud Ball State Theatre and Dance alum and lives in NYC. Much love to RDML @craigie_u
Maya Galipeau (Bulda) is thrilled to be making her Fireside debut! She is a Los Angeles native who trained in competitive dance and traded in her ballet shoes for character heels! After graduating from Ball State University with a BFA in Musical Theatre, she moved to NYC to pursue her dreams. Maya has performed in many professional productions including Anybodys in WEST SIDE STORY, MATILDA, BRING IT ON!, and THE MUSIC MAN. @mayagalipeau www.MayaGalipeau.com
Quincy Southerland (Pabbie) is thrilled to be returning to The Fireside for FROZEN! Originally from New Jersey, he holds a Bachelor’s in Dance from Georgian Court University, class of 2022. Past credits feature HAIRSPRAY with The Fireside and Royal Caribbean Entertainment; MY FIRST NUTCRACKER with NYC Children’s Theatre; NUTCRACKER ROCKS and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM with Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater. Quincy values the talented cast and crew, and remains grateful for his friends and family’s unwavering support. @quincy.southerland
D Eric Woolweber (King Agnaar, Sven) A native of SE Wisconsin, D Eric has performed globally aboard Crystal Cruises; at Milton Theatre in DE; in the Chicago area with Bailiwick Arts Center, Theo Ubique Cabaret Theater, Theater at the Center, and Music Theater Works; in Branson with Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Silver Dollar City, and the Clay Cooper Theater; in the Milwaukee/Madison area with MKE Rep, First Stage, Forward Theater Co, Renaissance Theatreworks, Skylight Music Theatre and this is his ninth show at Fireside. Thank you to Ed and the entire Fireside family. 143 mum
Anna Backer (Queen Iduna) is excited to return to The Fireside this summer! National tours: MY FAIR LADY (dir. Bartlett Sher), GIRLS NIGHT. Select Regional: WHITE CHRISTMAS (Gulfshore Playhouse), WEST SIDE STORY, MATILDA, THE LITTLE MERMAID, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (Fireside), PIPPIN (STONC), CHICAGO (Big Noise Theater), ANYTHING GOES, PETER PAN, MAME (Music Theater Works), A CHRISTMAS CAROL (WPPAC), BULLETS OVER BROADWAY (NightBlue), The Who’s TOMMY (Northwestern University). Love to Roux, Mom, and Dad. @annabackertap
Kale Burr (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his Fireside debut! An Arizona native, he has appeared in many productions throughout the country. Favorite credits include: NEWSIES (Jack Kelly), WEST SIDE STORY (Riff), RENT (Roger), and SH-BOOM! LIFE COULD BE A DREAM (Duke Henderson). Kale can also be seen on-screen in ads with the NFL, GoDaddy, and Arlo Security. He expresses his endless gratitude to the cast, creative team, and his friends and family for their never-ending support. IG: @kale.burr
Kellyann Coyle (Ensemble) is very excited to be returning to the Fireside stage, previously seen in OKLAHOMA and GREASE! Some select credits include PIPPIN and THE WIZARD OF OZ National Tours, MAMMA MIA! (PCLO), and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S3. She is a New Jersey native, cat mom, and co-founder of the non-profit, Black Box Collective inc. Many thanks to the creatives, crew and cast! Much love to Jose. @kellyanncoyle
Nora DeGreen (Ensemble) is so excited to be back at The Fireside! Favorite credits include: Demeter in The Broadway National Tour of CATS, Milly Pontipee in SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, and Estelle in NO EXIT. Nora attended Wright State University for a BFA in Musical Theatre and would like to thank their family, friends, and agent for the love and support! Represented by Dave Secor at Daniel Hoff Agency. noradegreen.com @noradegreen
Cedric Jamaal Greene (Ensemble) A blessed and highly favored native of Boston, Mass. Cedric has performed Internationally. Tours: AIN’T TOO PROUD 2nd National, SWING The Musical, HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD, DANCING QUEEN, MAN IN THE MIRROR, DREAMGIRLS. Theatre: DREAMGIRLS, SCOTTSBORO BOYS, MEMPHIS The Musical, CABARET, A CHORUS LINE. TV: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (Disney). Thanks to Dottridge Talent Agency and Casting. Happy to be making my Fireside Debut. IG: @cedric.g
Mijiang “M-Jay” He (Ensemble) is a New York City–based singer, dancer, and actor originally from Mainland China. He most recently appeared in the 2025 national tour of A CHRISTMAS STORY and was featured in the Chinese national productions of CATS. Regional and Off-Broadway credits include MISS SAIGON, BILLY ELLIOT, THE WAITING, VANYA! The Musical, KING AND THE CLOWN, KINKY BOOTS, MAMMA MIA!, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. M-Jay is thrilled to make his Fireside Dinner Theatre debut in Frozen. @mijiang_he
TJ Kubler (Ensemble) is thrilled to be returning to The Fireside this summer for FROZEN! He was previously seen here in MARY POPPINS and THE MUSIC MAN. Other favorite credits include: ELF The Musical, National Tour; CRAZY FOR YOU, The Ogunquit Playhouse; HELLO, DOLLY!, Carnegie Hall; KINKY BOOTS, The John W. Engeman Theatre. Big love to his fiancé, his family, his friends, his rep, and his dog. Break legs everyone!
Joanne Liebenberg (Ensemble) Originally from South Africa, based in NYC & LA, represented by Encompass Arts Agency. Recent credits: Dance Captain in HOT JERSEY NIGHTS (Broadway Theater, MB), A FOSSE TRIBUTE (Off-Broadway, Triad Theater, NYC), MICKEY’S MOST MERRIEST CELEBRATION (Walt Disney World, Castle Stage), Dance Captain and Associate Choreographer THE THORN National Tour (1st, 2nd, and 3rd), UNLEASHED (Shade Productions), Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. BA in Performance Arts from Trinity College London. All glory to God!
Fiona Mowbray (Ensemble) is delighted to return to The Fireside after previously appearing as Isabel in SCROOGE. Select credits: HOLIDAY INN (Linda Mason), WHITE CHRISTMAS (Judy Haynes), CATS (Demeter). BFA Musical Theatre/BS International Business (WKU). Much love to her family for their constant support!
Rodolfo Santamarina (Ensemble) Originally from Argentina, Rodolfo is happy to be back at The Fireside. Broadway National Tour: ON YOUR FEET! Theatre: ADDAMS FAMILY, SISTER ACT, PRETTY WOMAN, WEST SIDE STORY, CABARET, IN THE HEIGHTS, MUMMY IN THE CLOSET: EVITA’S RETURN, JOSEPH, FAME, THE LITTLEST TREE. Argentina: SUGAR, EL GRAN FINAL, Disney Momentos Mágicos. TV: Talento Argentino, Susana Gimenez. Movies: High School Musical El Desafío(Arg & Mex) Dance: Royal Caribbean, Galleto Tango Company (NYC) @rodosantamarina
Rosemary Shahani (Ensemble) is excited to be returning to The Fireside! Rosemary began her career with Colorado Ballet and Contemporary West Dance Theatre before moving to New York City. Recent credits include ROCKY (Fireside Theatre), ELF (Surflight Theatre), GUYS AND DOLLS (Heights Players), and the Black Box Movers Showcase. Rosemary has appeared as a dancer in short films, music videos, and TV series in both Los Angeles and New York, including the Amazon series, Étoile. @rosieshahani
Maya Yamashita (Ensemble) is a New York–based actor and performer from Tokyo, Japan. Since relocating to New York, she has appeared in stage productions, screen projects, and cultural events, including Lincoln Center, the United Nations, the Beacon Theatre, HBO-UASE Action, The New York Times Travel Show, the Woman’s Day Red Dress Awards, and Woodstock Rock Festival. Mayu is thrilled to make her Fireside Theatre debut in FROZEN. @mayu_y1129
Corey Jennings (Swing) is excited to be back at The Fireside in Disney’s FROZEN! He’s been delighted to be previously seen in HAIRSPRAY, OKLAHOMA, and WEST SIDE STORY here at The Fireside. Corey hails from Houston, TX and went to CAP 21 with Molloy University. Some of his favorite credits being Shakespeare’s OTHELLO, A CHORUS LINE, and ALL SHOOK UP. Outside of theatre he enjoys reading, competitive swimming, making Spotify playlists, and he’s a huge horror movie buff.
Grace Stauffer (Swing) is thrilled to make her Fireside debut in Arendelle! Favorite credits include ELF (Broadway Palm), DESCENDANTS (Argyle), Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade, MADAGASCAR (Broadway Palm), 42ND STREET (Narrows), and CRY-BABY (CAP21). Additionally, she can be spotted in music videos and other developmental works. Grace is beyond grateful for her friends, family, and cat for their unwavering support. @graciegoldfish