MacKenzie Larson: Alice (she/her) :: MacKenzie is 28 years old and works as an Engineering Structural Steel Detailer for BlueScope Construction. In her spare time she plays roller derby for the Fountain City Roller Derby Teams and goes by the name of Mac Truck. She also enjoys going to Sporting KC soccer events and playing board games, D&D, and other RPG games. Her acting career has many theatrical plays/musicals, 27 to be exact, as well as 4 independent films and one independent web tv series. She has been acting since preschool. You may remember her from the Alcott’s 2021 Shakespeare production, “Merry Wives of Windsor”, where she played Ms. Quickly, and loved causing shenanigans in the world of Sir Falstaff. MacKenzie is very excited to be Alice and hopes you enjoy Wonderland as much as she does!

Megan Fabac: Actor #1, Mock Turtle (she/her) :: Megan has been performing for as long as she can remember. She participated in theater, choir, and band from 6th grade through graduation. Apart from acting on stage, she also assistant directed “She Kills Monsters” at Turner High School before graduating in Spring of 2019. This will be Megan’s second show with Alcott as she played “Antonio” in “Twelfth Night” in the summer of 2016 as a part of Alcott’s annual Shakespeare in the Parking Lot series. She is excited to be back acting after taking a short break after high school as well as excited to be working with the amazing people at Alcott Arts Center!

Calliope Cole: Actor #2, 2 of Hearts (she/her) :: Calliope has always loved the stage. She previously acted as Portly, the Otter, in the Alcott’s production of “Wind in the Willows”, and starred as Tinkerbell in last year’s “Tinkerbell” production. She attends art classes at the Alcott every summer too. She also enjoys dance, gymnastics, and quality time with her family and friends. She is looking forward to starting third grade in the fall. She wants to thank her family for everything, and you for coming tonight!

Shanice Bailey: Actor #3, March Hare, Gryphon (she/her) :: Shanice has grown up loving all types of the arts, especially theater. She has starred in productions since she was three years old. She went on to star in high school productions at F.L. Schlagle High School, from which she graduated in 2018, and one musical during her semester at The University of Central Missouri. Although she isn’t new to theater, this will be her very first production with Alcott! She is nothing but thrilled and can’t wait to showcase more of her talent in future productions.

Michelle “Mikki” Woodward: Actor #4, Cook (she/her) :: Mikki spent a long time away from theater, but returned with Alcott’s 2021 “Tinkerbell” production. She is pleased to join the Alcott again for this production. Her greatest passions in life are her children, all of whom are in “Alice in Wonderland” with her. As a stay-at-home mom, her days are busy caring for her father-in-law and children, as well as attending college online. Mikki extends an enormous “Thank You” to her husband, Alan, whose support and love she counts on to help her through. “20 years down and the rest of forever to go, Bubby!”

Liz Townsend: Actor #5, Queen of Hearts (she/her) :: Liz studied theater at NWMSU before ultimately earning a degree in Studio Art from UMKC. While at UMKC she also studied film; her short film "Full Circle" was awarded Best Metro Film (Audience Choice) at the inaugural Indie Outies Film Festival (2004). A web-app developer and graphic designer by trade, she also works in the fiber arts, and recently redesigned and maintains the Alcott website. Her most recent stage performance was in the Alcott Center’s 2018 production of “Witty Fools and Foolish Wits” for the Alcott’s annual Shakespeare in the Parking Lot series.

Hope Wiggins: Actor #6, Frog Footman (she/her) :: Hope is 11 years old and this is her second production with the Alcott Arts Center. Last year Hope played Peter Pan in the Alcott’s “Tinkerbell” production. She has such a sweet personality and loves to make people smile and laugh. She enjoys swimming and spending time with her friends and family. Hope is honored to be in another Alcott production and hopes to be in many more!

Ava Bruns: Actor #6 Understudy, Frog Footman (she/they) :: Ava has been performing on stages since she was 2 years old. Ava is a competitive dancer with The Premiere Dance & Performing Arts. She has danced on stages across Kansas, Missouri, Minnesota, Texas, and Florida. Ava is also a talented artist. She has taken art classes for the past several years at Alcott. Ava played “Smee” in last year’s Tinkerbell production, and is thrilled to be back on the Alcott stage. Ava thanks her family and friends for always supporting her and encouraging her to follow her heart.

Kairi Olson: Actor #7, 7 of Hearts (she/her) :: Kairi has been part of the Alcott family since she was born. She has taken part in art classes and volunteers at many of the Alcott’s events. She played “Smee” in last year’s Tinkerbell production, and is excited to be back! Outside of the Alcott, she likes playing on electronics, gymnastics class, and developing her skills in all art forms. She will be starting third grade in the fall. She thanks her family (both Alcott and biological) for supporting her and letting her be in the play!

Brielle Bruns: Actor #8, Duchess (she/her) :: Brielle has been performing on stages since she was 2 years old.  Brielle is a competitive dancer with The Premiere Dance & Performing Arts.  She has danced on stages across Kansas, Missouri, and Florida.  Brielle has taken art classes for the past several years at Alcott.  Brielle played “Tootles” in last year’s Tinkerbell production, and is thrilled to be back on the Alcott stage.  Brielle has dreams and aspirations of being a professional actress when she grows up.  Brielle will be starting 6th grade in the fall.  She thanks her family and friends for always supporting her and encouraging her to reach for the stars.

Lauren Snyder: Actor #9, Cheshire Cat, Dormouse Puppeteer (she/her) :: Lauren is 13 years old and will be a freshman at Shawnee Mission Northwest High School this coming fall. In her free time, she likes to crochet, play the cello, read, and watch cartoons. She’s also a part of Girl Scout Troop 3060. This is her first time in an Alcott production and she is very excited to be the mischievous Cheshire Cat!

Ella Cole: Actor #10, Mouse, Dormouse (she/her) :: Ella is an award winning artist who has previously been seen as Otter/Clerk in the Alcott’s production of “Wind in the Willows”, and Ms. Darling/Nana in last year’s “Tinkerbell”. Ella has taken several types of dance and art classes over the years. She enjoys playing the violin, drawing, painting, and creating digital art. She will be starting high school in the fall. She wants to thank her mom for driving everywhere and always being there, and Lauren Snyder (Cheshire Cat) for being her best friend since first grade and finally doing a play with her!

Damarion McDonald: Actor #11, White Rabbit (he/him) :: Damarion is relatively new to performing on stage, starting during his Sophomore year in high school. After a successful debut with "Clue" in the Fall of 2019, he's discovered an immense passion for acting. Since then, he has worked with the Coterie Theatre's Young Playwrights Roundtable and performed in their Young Playwrights Festival. This will be Damarion's first production with the Alcott and he has enjoyed the amazing experience working with everyone. He would like to thank his track coaches for allowing him to put time into this production and he thanks his mom for providing him with endless support (and the transportation).

Elliana “Ellie” Wortmann: Actor #12, Fish Footman (she/her) :: Ellie is 11 years old and in 6th grade. Her hobbies are playing with her toys, dolls, art, and spending time with her family and friends. Ellie appeared in Alcott’s 2021 “Tinkerbell” production as Wendy. She also loves attending the Alcott’s Halloween Event every year! Ellie wants to say “Thank You” to God for making her able to be here, and to her Mom and Dad for their love, support, and rides to and from rehearsals. She also wants to thank her siblings for cheering her on, as well as the cast and crew of “Alice in Wonderland” and Chris and Chuck Green.

Sapphire Schroeder: Actor #13, Mad Hatter (they/them) :: Sapphire has been acting since they were 8 years old. Their first production was “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” in their hometown. They have been accepted to AMDA College of the Performing Arts and will be starting next spring, with the goal of pursuing a career in acting. Most recently, they were Jackson in “Unleashed” and the short film “Fairy Tail in D Minor” by Audrey Ward. They are beyond thrilled to portray the Mad Hatter in their first production with the Alcott Arts Center! In their spare time they enjoy reading, art, drawing, tennis, swimming, performing drag, and spending time with family and friends.

Alillia Woodward: Actor #14, Ace of Hearts (she/her) :: Alilla is thrilled to be joining family members in this play, as theater has grown to be a love of hers. As a soon-to-be first-grader, her favorite parts of school are library time and recess, because they allow her imagination to soar. “Alice in Wonderland” is Alillia’s second Alcott production, after playing Michael in last year’s “Tinkerbell”. Thank yous go out to Mom, Amaya, Anna, Kairi, Amy, Sapphire, and Gram for being involved with this show, and also Dad, Papa, and OMO for their support from home.

Haylee “Felix” Wiggins: Actor #15, King of Hearts (they/them) :: Haylee is 13 years old and loves to paint and draw. This is their second Alcott production. They were the Crocodile in last year’s “Tinkerbell” production. They would like to say “Thank You” to their family for supporting them in this production!

Lucy Boling: Actor #16, Knave of Hearts (she/her) :: Lucy is a 10 year old born and raised Kansas City, Kansas native. She enjoys riding her bike, playing with her dogs and cats and creating art. This is her first acting role, and her first production with the Alcott Arts Center. She wants to thank her Mom for rides to rehearsal, and to her whole family for their love and support.