Meet the Cast and Crew of Les Misérables, Plus Our Sponsors!

Tickets are now on sale for STA’s highly anticipated spring musical: Les Misérables School Edition!

Our students have been hard at work rehearsing and audiences will be amazed by their talent in this version of the classic musical by Alain Boubil and Claude-Michel Schöneberg, based on Victor Hugo’s novel. Reserve your seats now to witness these students bring their own unique touch to an epic piece of theater history!

Purchase tickets online here from now until Thursday, April 10th at 12:00 PM. Tickets will also be available for cash-only purchase at the box office on show nights.

Show Times: April 10-12, 7:00 PM at St. Thomas Aquinas High School (197 Dover Point Road, Dover, NH 03820)

Lila Anthony ’25 (Factory Worker/Woman)
Lila Anthony is a senior with extensive theatre experience, having performed as an actress since she was five years old. Although she could not be part of the cast this year due to other responsibilities, Lila was eager to contribute in any way she could. As a result, instead of performing on stage, she will be assisting behind the scenes with hair and makeup for this production.

Kirstin Caterino ’25 (Factory Worker/Woman)
Kirstin has participated in small shows in the past and enjoys singing, acting, and learning new productions with her friends. For her senior year, Kirstin decided to spend time doing something fun with her friends before she heads off to Montana.

Duncan Hamel ’25 (Javert)
Duncan is from Kittery, Maine, and recently moved to Dover, New Hampshire, within the past year. He is a senior at Saint Thomas Aquinas and has been performing in the Concert, Chamber, and Jazz Choirs since his freshman year. Duncan’s first-ever musical theater role was as Gomez in The Addams Family at STA last spring, and he is very excited to take on the role of Javert this year! Duncan will continue his musical journey in college at Sacred Heart University in Connecticut, where he hopes to grow in music, education, and faith.

Kensley Harris ’25 (Factory Girl/Sick Woman/Montparnasse/Army Officer)
Kensley is a senior making her theater debut this year with Les Misérables! She is a three-sport athlete, playing field hockey, hockey, and lacrosse. Kensley is committed to Newberry College in South Carolina, where she will play field hockey and study nursing.

Ben Kimball ’25 (Courfeyrac/Convict/Procurer)
Ben Kimball is a senior at STA, and this is his first year performing in a musical, where he will be singing for the first time. He was involved in some school musicals in middle school as well. Ben is the captain of the STA ski team and enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He loves skiing, hiking, hunting, and fishing. Ben is thrilled to be part of the musical in his senior year and to spend time with some of his closest friends. He is excited to showcase his roles as Courfeyrac, Convict, and Procurer—this will be his first time singing in any role.

Damian Lotz ’25 (Bishop of Digne/Feuilly/Fauchlevant)
Damian Lotz is excited to be performing in Les Misérables. He is a senior and has been highly involved in the theater program since his freshman year. Over the past four years, he has participated in all the school productions, with some of his favorite shows including Our Town, Clue, The Addams Family, and more. After performing in Our Town in the fall, he’s grateful for a bit of a break this time, without the need to memorize three-page monologues. Damian is also involved in all the music ensembles, including Choir, Jazz Choir, Band, and Jazz Band.

Meghan McCarthy ’25 (Factory Worker/Woman)
Meghan McCarthy is an enthusiastic newcomer to the theater crew, joining the ensemble in her first-ever show. A proud member of her school’s National Honor Society, Green Bandana, and soccer team, Meghan has demonstrated a strong commitment to both academics and extracurricular activities. Outside of theater, she is passionate about helping others and plans to pursue a degree in Biomedical Engineering next year. Meghan is excited to debut her theater career and looks forward to continuing to grow on this new journey.

Lhana Richard ’25 (Stage Manager)
Lhana Richard is thrilled to be returning to the STA stage. A senior with experience in both musical theater and TV/film, Lhana has been involved in several recent film projects, including Death Comes Calling, Spirited, 1988, Mr. Harrigan’s Phone, and Race Against Time. Her most recent theatrical performances include A Christmas Carol (Palace Theatre), Godspell (Rochester Opera House), The Addams Family (Rochester Opera House), and Singin’ in the Rain (Palace Theatre). Lhana is excited to take the stage one last time at STA in a production she will never forget. Enjoy the show!

Maddie Shilling ’25 (Stage Manager)
Maddie, a senior, is thrilled to be stage managing Les Misérables. She previously served as stage manager for the Saint Thomas Aquinas productions of Our Town and Legally Blonde. Maddie has also been involved in the Saint Thomas Aquinas productions of Into the Woods, Little Women, Clue, and The Addams Family. She’s excited to contribute her talents behind the scenes for this amazing show.

Mary Winter ’25 (Fantine/Combeferre)
Mary Winter, a 17-year-old senior at STA, is honored to play Fantine. She has been involved in every STA production over the past four years and is grateful for the memories. Outside of school, Mary cantors at her parish and sings in the choir. She studies organ, piano, and voice, and sings with STA’s Jazz Choir, Music Ministry, and Varsity Drama Club. Mary has earned top scores in All-State for classical and jazz vocals. Some of her favorite roles include Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music, and Mrs. Gibbs in Our Town. She thanks her family, castmates, Mr. Cunningham, and everyone who made her time in STA Theatre unforgettable.

Cameron Wishart ’25 (Assistant Stage Manager)
Cameron Wishart is a senior, and this will be her last production at STA. She has helped with tech and crew for 7 shows and has enjoyed being a part of all of them. She is also in the band and plays saxophone. Cameron looks forward to sharing the show with the STA community.

Dominic LaRose ’26 (Jean Valjean)
Dominic LaRose, a junior, is playing Jean Valjean. He sings in STA’s Jazz Choir and Music Ministry and is a member of the St. Thomas Aquinas Cross Country, Indoor Track, and Outdoor Track teams. Dominic has assisted with the sound system for the productions of Clue and Legally Blonde. He also played George Gibbs in Our Town this past fall and an ancestor in The Addams Family in spring 2024. Dominic would like to thank the director, his castmates, and especially his mother and family for their support in this exciting experience.

Amelia Monteiro ’26 (Factory Worker/Woman)
Amelia is a junior and this is her first show at St. Thomas, though she has performed in many middle school productions. She is excited for her first role as a whole person, as her previous roles have only involved scenery or the left side of a character.

Ainsley Morehead ’26 (Factory Worker/Woman/Brujon)
Ainsley Bean Morehead is a passionate performer and violinist with a love for the stage. With experience in productions like Clue, The Addams Family, and Our Town (as Emily), Ainsley brings energy, depth, and dedication to every role. Whether portraying classic characters or bringing new stories to life, she thrives on the magic of theater and the connections it creates. Always eager to take on new challenges, Ainsley continues to grow as a performer. With a strong presence and commitment to storytelling, she aims to leave a lasting impact on every audience.

Leli Quitkin ’26 (Assistant Stage Manager)
Leli has always enjoyed theater and musicals and is excited to participate in the fall play for the first time this year. While she has never been part of the crew for a production before, she is eager to learn and contribute to the team!

Aiden Rodrigues ’26 (Thénardier/Farmer/Convict)
Aiden Rodrigues is thrilled to take on the role of Thénardier in this production of Les Misérables. A seasoned performer, he has previously portrayed the Father in Little Women, Mr. Webb in Our Town, and appeared in Clue. His musical theater credits at STA include Warner in Legally Blonde and an Ancestor in The Addams Family. Aiden is excited to share this unforgettable story with audiences and would like to thank the cast, crew, and everyone who made this production possible. Enjoy the show!

Oliver Schartner ’26 (Enjolras/Constable/Foreman)
Oliver is a junior at STA and is thrilled to play Enjolras, as well as the foreman and a constable, in Les Misérables. He has been involved in musical theater since 3rd grade, when he played Jack in Into the Woods. Other memorable roles include Bagheera in The Jungle Book, Lucas in The Addams Family, and Dr. Gibbs in Our Town, among many others. Outside of theater, Oliver enjoys participating in cross country, track, jazz choir, and more! He’s excited for you to experience this fantastical production of Les Misérables!

Gabby von Jess ’26 (Madame Thénardier/Factory Worker/Woman)
Gabby is excited to be part of her second show with STA as Madame Thénardier. She has been actively involved in theater and dance for several years, including roles like Mrs. Brill/The Bird Woman in Mary Poppins (2024) and Arvide Abernathy in Guys & Dolls JR (2023) through The Seacoast Rep’s ‘Rep Academy’. Gabby has trained for 12 years in ballet at the Portsmouth School of Ballet and has performed in various dance styles. She made her STA debut in the fall production of Our Town as Jo/Si Crowell and Mrs. Soames. Gabby is grateful for the opportunity to perform in Les Misérables. Enjoy the show!

Shiloh Bannon ’27 (Factory Worker/Old Woman/Babet)
Shiloh is so excited to be a part of the STA theater program once again. She is a sophomore this year and is starting her fourth STA production. Shiloh’s most recent plays include Our Town, The Addams Family, and Clue. She is so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this production of Les Misérables.

Ellie Harper ’27 (Sound Technician)
Ellie Harper is part of the crew for Les Misérables and is a sophomore at STA. She has experience working with crew through community theater and has been involved in previous STA productions. This is her third show with STA, and she looks forward to participating in many more!

Basil Lotz ’27 (Joly/Convict/Sailor)
Basil Lotz is a sophomore and is actively involved in the music department, participating in choir, jazz choir, and jazz band. He loves to read, play video games, and is a big fan of cats—he has two, named Shadow and Houdini, which means everything he owns is covered in cat hair. Basil isn’t a fan of writing, so projects like this aren’t his favorite. He has three brothers and a sister, and one of his brothers is Damian, who probably did a better job with his biography since Damian loves writing. Basil thinks that’s a little strange!

Ansley Ball ’28 (Cosette/Factory Worker/Woman)
Ansley is a freshman at Saint Thomas, and Les Misérables will be her first major theater production. She has previously participated in summer camps with mostly ensemble roles in shows like Legally Blonde, Descendants, and High School Musical. Ansley is in choir and music ministry and has a strong passion for singing. She is thankful and excited to be a part of STA’s Les Misérables!

Caroline Bragg ’28 (Factory Worker/Woman)
Caroline Bragg is participating in her first musical and is excited to be a part of this production. She is from Hampton, New Hampshire, and joined the musical to spend more time with her friends, enjoy acting, and have something fun to do in her free time.

Alex Brown ’28 (Marius/Constable)
Alexander Brown is excited to perform for the first time at STA! Alex has acted on stages across the seacoast, including the Players’ Ring, the Firehouse Center for the Arts, the Music Hall, the Johnson Theater, the Rochester Opera House, and the PCA Players. Previous credits include As Small as Stars (Peter Pan), Newsies (Crutchie), Fiddler on the Roof (Ensemble), The Addams Family (Ancestor), Pippin (Theo), Fun Home (Christian), A Christmas Carol (Tiny Tim), Bye Bye Birdie (Randolph McAfee), The Sound of Music (Kurt), Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (Charlie Bucket), and At the Bottom of Lake Missoula (Brother). In addition to acting, Alex also plays piano. Alex is grateful for this amazing cast and crew.

Raphaela Monteiro ’28 (Little Cosette/Factory Worker/Woman)
Raphaela is a freshman at STA and sings in the school’s Jazz Choir. She is also on the cross country and track teams. Though she was involved in the theater program at St. Mary Academy, this is her first high school production. Raphaela has always loved the music from Les Misérables and is excited to be a part of this show!

Jackson Rodriguez ’28 (Grantaire/Convict/Bamatabois)
Jackson is thrilled to join the cast of Les Misérables for his first high school production. Some of his previous performances include Godspell Jr. (Ensemble), James and the Giant Peach (Ensemble), and The Addams Family Jr. (Gomez Addams) at the Rochester Opera House. He’s excited to be back on stage in several background roles and hopes you enjoy the show!

Claire Diez – ’25 (Factory Worker/Woman/Claqeusous)
Brielle Kelly – ’25 (Hair/Makeup Designer)
Cameron Lizier-Mahoney ’25 (Lighting Designer)
Danny Lowry ’25 (Sound Technician)
Andrew McMorrow – ’25 (Follow Spot Operator)
Simeon Lotz ’29 (Prouvaire/Convict)
Vania Schartner ’29 (Gavroche/Little Eponine)
Eleanor Shilling ’29 (Factory Worker/Woman)

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