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White Christmas
Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting musical worthy of year-round productions.
Meet the Cast of White Christmas
Daniella Civile
(Susan Waverly/Ensemble)
Daniella is thrilled to be performing in White Christmas. She made her Poiema debut in Titanic. Her most recent performance was playing the roles of “Lucia” and “Sarah” in The Robe. Other performances include Singin’ in the Rain at Poiema (Ensemble); Rodger & Hammerstein’s Cinderella at North Raleigh Christian Academy (Ensemble); and Cinderella -a Street Players Production at Field of Dreams Performing Arts (Fairy Godmother’s comedic helper). Daniella is also a student at Studio Poiema focused on dance, acting and voice. Daniella would like to give a big shout out to Rachel Sanders, Amanda Cacella and Amanda Bailey! Special thanks to the Green family, all her friends, family, and to the Lord, Jesus Christ.
“It’s kind of fun to do the impossible” – Walt Disney
“It’s kind of fun to do the impossible” – Walt Disney
Mallory Cunningham
(Rita)
Mallory as a Raleigh native and lover of the arts, is tickled to be making her Poeima debut as “Rita” in White Christmas! She has years of voice training and dance under her belt, as well as performing on the stage in a few musicals during her school years. Some of her accomplishments include being in the Ensemble for Bye Bye Birdie, a “Pink Lady” in Grease, and “Mrs. Schwart” in Fame. She currently acts as an Administrative Clerk for the NC House of Representatives. When she is not working or rehearsing, Mallory enjoys spending time with friends and family, namely being an aunt to eight of the most adorable, amazing nieces and nephews in the world!
Michael Dial
(General Waverly)
Michael is performing in his fifth production with PoiemArtistry. His PA stage credits include: The Great Day (Vocal Soloist), Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins (Faithful), Seussical the Musical (General Gengus Khan Schmitz/Wickersham Brother), Titanic (J. Bruce Ismay), and Singin’ in the Rain (RF Simpson). Michael recently graduated from Liberty University Online with a degree in Sports Management. He would like to thank his family for supporting him in everything he does, and his amazing voice teacher, Mrs. Lori Tomalonis, for stretching him vocally and believing in him.
Katy Eldred
(Ensemble)
Katy is performing in her second production with PoiemArtistry, first appearing in The Robe as “Salome”. After some extensive travels that included being an au pair for a French family in Ireland, living on a sailboat near the Chesapeake Bay, and wrangling cattle on horseback under the hot midwestern sun, she returned home to practice theater. At HRT in Dunn, NC, she played “Lorraine Sheldon” in The Man Who Came to Dinner. While she spends her days as a scheduling manager for Family Medical Supply, she spends her evenings with Poiema and any free time working on her middle-grade novel. She is so grateful to be a part of such a talented cast and crew who teach the craft of theater. Enjoy the show!
Brighton Evans
(Susan Waverly/Ensemble)
Brighton is excited to perform in her third PoiemArtistry production! She has been cast in various musical productions including The Secret Garden (Mary Lennox), The Music Man (Ensemble), Peter Pan, and The Sound of Music (Louisa). Brighton is currently a junior at North Raleigh Christian Academy. Brighton was seen earlier this year in Titanic as “Madeleine Astor” and Singin’ in the Rain as “Mary Margaret” and “Ensemble”. She is so very grateful for everyone in her life who has helped her in all her shows! Brighton sends a special thanks to her family, friends, her voice teacher, Mrs. Fabio, and the Green’s for this amazing opportunity.
Matt French
(Ralph Sheldrake)
Matt is excited to continue performing in Poiema Art’s 2022 season with White Christmas! This is now his fourth show with Poiema, having played as “Frederick Barrett” in Titanic, “Diction Coach” in Singin’ In The Rain, and leading The Robe as “Marcellus Gallio”. He also played as “Edgar Beane” in NRCA's production of Titanic in 2013 under the direction of Mr. Green. Since then, Matt has performed in numerous college choirs and barbershop quartets that have gone on tours both nationally and internationally. He currently works at Duke University’s Medical School as a Research Scientist, and he would like to thank all the Poiema staff, the Greens, his friends, and family for their incredible support throughout his acting journey.
Alex Gossett
(Jimmy/Ensemble)
Alex is making his PoiemArtistry debut. His introduction to theater was last spring when he was a part of the Broadway dance class with Studio Poiema. Alex is a junior in high school and homeschooled. He loves to play the piano and listen to music. He enjoys playing sports, especially baseball, volleyball, spike ball and ultimate frisbee. Alex is also a part of a homeschool speech and debate club, where he won first place at a tournament in the informative speech category and then competed at the National Championship.
Caroline Gossett
(Ensemble)
Caroline is very excited about her debut with PoeimArtistry. She is new to the world of theater, having just taken her first dance class last semester with Studio Poiema. Caroline is a 6th grade homeschooler who enjoys singing, reading, riding her bike, caring for her chickens and walking in the woods.
Emma Kate Gossett
(Ensemble)
Emma Kate is excited to be dancing and singing in White Christmas. This is her first time to be a part of a theater production. Emma Kate participated in Studio Poiema’s Broadway dance class last spring, and this inspired her to try out for White Christmas. Emma Kate is a homeschooled freshman in high school who spends her free time reading, singing, and playing the violin. She also competes in a speech club, where she qualified to the Regional Championship last year with her informative speech.
Sean Gossett
(Bob Wallace/Ensemble)
Sean is excited to make his PoiemArtistry debut. After traveling with a music group in high school as a trumpet player and singer, Sean attended Appalachian State University, where he marched in the band and earned a Bachelor of Music in Organ Performance. There, he also sang with the University Singers and Chamber Singers. He also attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, TX, where he earned a Master of Music with voice concentration. At SWBTS, he performed as a soloist for Southwestern Singers in Beethoven’s 9th Symphony with the Fort Worth Symphony at Bass Performance Hall. He has studied voice with Martin McGlamery, Randall Outland and Stanley Warren. He also has extensive experience in music ministry, serving churches in North Carolina, Texas, Tennessee and Florida, directing adult choirs, orchestras, handbell choirs and other musical groups. Currently, Sean and his family attend Cross Assembly in Raleigh, where he serves in the worship ministry. He thanks his wife, Anna, and their five children for their enthusiastic support and encouragement in this performance!
Nic Gray
(Ensemble)
Nic is excited to be with Poiema as part of the ensemble in Irving Berlin’s White Christmas! Nic was a member of the PoiemArtistry media team for Titanic and Singin’ in the Rain. Recently, he played the role of “Stephanos” in the The Robe. He graduated from North Carolina State University and currently works for Optum Technology as a User Experience Designer. He expresses gratitude to his parents, grandparents, and close friends for their encouragement, assistance, and support.
Chelsae Green
(Ensemble/Choreographer/Associate Director)
Chelsae is honored to be part of PoiemArtistry and Poiema Arts, Inc. Originally from Ohio, she grew up in Raleigh where she received her dance education through several studios in the area, as well as North Raleigh Christian Academy. In 2011, she graduated with a B.A. in Dance Studies from Meredith College. Upon graduation, she accepted a teaching position at NRCA, where she taught dance and was the Assistant Theater Director and Choreographer for seven years. Some of her favorite and most memorable shows to produce and choreograph have been Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, White Christmas, Secret Garden, and Mary Poppins. Chelsae and her family owned and operated a performing arts studio for 13 years before opening Poiema Arts in 2017. She has instructed hundreds of students in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary, and musical theater. Chelsae is an ABT® Certified Instructor and has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive, Pre- Primary through Level 7, and Partnering of the ABT® National Training Curriculum. She currently serves as a member of the Poiema Arts Board of Directors and Dance Director/Choreographer for PoiemArtistry.
Grace Green
(Judy Haynes)
Grace is excited to return to the stage in PoiemArtistry’s, Singin’ in the Rain. Her previous credits include “Kathy Selden” in Singin’ in the Rain, “Cornelia Gallio” in The Robe, “Gertrude McFuzz” in Seussical the Musical, “Eva” in Similitude:The Great Adventure Begins, and The Great Day, as a member of the Chorus and Dance Ensemble. Grace enjoys PoiemArtistry, as she has met like-minded creatives that encourage her to be the best she can be, and desire God to be glorified, above all else.
Isaac Green
(Phil Davis)
Isaac has been around theater since he was 4 years old and has been active in theater since he was 11 years – acting, dancing, singing, and directing. Isaac is an accomplished tap dancer and enjoys all styles of dance. He has been a part of over 10 musicals including Pirates of Penzance (Frederick), Godspell (Jesus), Pride and Prejudice (Mr. Bingley), West Side Story, The Nutcracker Ballet, White Christmas, Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins (Worldly Wiseman), Seussical the Musical (The Cat in the Hat), Titanic (Thomas Andrews) and Singin’ in the Rain (Don Lockwood). He has also had extensive training in stage flight operation, design, and directing. Isaac is thankful for the opportunity to work and perform with the cast and crew of PoiemArtistry!
Jocelyn Green
(Rhoda)
Jocelyn is a novice to the theater scene! Her past performances are from her younger years through a traveling theater company. Jocelyn is excited to be a part of the Poiema production, White Christmas, as it is one of her favorite holiday films! Currently, Jocelyn is a Junior K teacher at a local daycare and has always had a passion for teaching.
Lyndsae Green
(Ensemble/Associate Choreographer)
Lyndsae serves as a founding member and the Associate Dance Director and Choreographer for PoiemArtistry. Lyndsae has been involved in dance and theater since she was 13. She has appeared in many stage productions including White Christmas, The Wiz, The Great Day, Seussical the Musical, The Nutcracker Ballet, and Titanic. As an accomplished dancer, she performs and instructs classes in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, and Modern dance styles. Lyndsae graduated from the Wake Technical Institute Culinary and Baking School in 2015 and works at local bakery, Edible Art. Lyndsae also owns her own baking and photography businesses which keep her very busy especially during wedding season. She enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Avery Hardesty
(Ensemble)
Avery is excited to make her PoiemArtistry debut and is a freshman at North Raleigh Christian Academy. She has been performing in shows and theater camps since she was 7 years old. Avery’s favorite roles so far have been “Belle” (Beauty & the Beast) and “Katherine” (Newsies). Avery wants to thank her family, friends, and voice teacher, Amanda Bailey, for all their encouragement and support. Psalm 46:10
Sarah Hargett
(Ensemble)
Sarah started acting with Mr. Green in 2006. Role highlights include
"Lady Bracknell" in The Importance of Being Earnest, "Lucy" in You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, and, more recently, "Charlotte Cardoza" in Titanic, and "Diana" in The Robe. She also acts with Field of Dreams Performing Arts, where she was "Betty Bumbrake" in Peter and the
Starcatcher, and "Mrs. Phelps" in Matilda the Musical. She's thankful to Mr. Green for helping her find her love for acting, and to Chelsae and Lyndsae for teaching her to dance!
"Lady Bracknell" in The Importance of Being Earnest, "Lucy" in You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, and, more recently, "Charlotte Cardoza" in Titanic, and "Diana" in The Robe. She also acts with Field of Dreams Performing Arts, where she was "Betty Bumbrake" in Peter and the
Starcatcher, and "Mrs. Phelps" in Matilda the Musical. She's thankful to Mr. Green for helping her find her love for acting, and to Chelsae and Lyndsae for teaching her to dance!
ChiChi Hay
(Ensemble)
ChiChi has been involved in PoiemArtistry three years and has appeared in four productions: Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins, Seussical the Musical, Titanic, and Singin’ in the Rain. She currently takes voice and piano lessons at Central Baptist Academy of the Arts, and loves acting, singing, and dancing! ChiChi would like to thank her parents for pushing her and stretching her to be the best she can be. She would also like to thank Mr. Michael, Chelsae, and Lyndsae Green for creating a Christ-filled environment for everyone to discover the beautiful God-given gifts inside!
Rebekah Hay
(Ensemble)
Rebekah is thrilled to be in her 5th production with Poiema, and she is incredibly excited to put this show on for the holiday season. Rebekah has been a part of Poiema for 3 years, and performed in the acting and dance ensembles for Similitude: the Great Adventure Begins, Seussical the Musical, Titanic the Musical, and Singin’ in the Rain. Rebekah has taken dance lessons for 14 years, and loves dancing and singing, as well as playing guitar. She has loved every minute of being in Poiema, and it has stretched her and brought her out of her comfort zone in ways she never imagined. She would like to thank her parents for encouraging her to try new things, and the Green family for believing in her.
Christian Houston
(Ensemble)
Christian is excited to be performing in his fifth PoiemArtistry production. He appeared as “Mimetus” in Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins and “Ensemble” in Seussical the Musical, Titanic and Singin’ in the Rain. Christian has participated in musical theater since he was in the 6th grade. He has performed in shows such as The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, Peter Pan, Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins, Seussical the Musical, Titanic, and Singin’ in the Rain. Christian is excited to be part of the cast of White Christmas.
Edith Jones
(Ensemble)
Edith is so pleased to be a part White Christmas. She made her PoiemArtistry debut in Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins. Edith has always enjoyed the arts. As a child, she watched her dad tap dance, sing and play the piano and guitar. Her mom was also a great singer. She has also had the awesome opportunity to sing on the worship team at Christian Life Fellowship Church. Edith had traveled the state while singing with her family’s singing group. She is appreciative to have the opportunity to perform with PoiemArtistry. Thanks to Mr. Green and the cast of White Christmas for believing in her.
Sandra Jones
(Soloist/Ensemble)
Sandra is delighted to be a part of the cast of White Christmas. She previously performed as “Appolyon” in Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins. She was in the ensemble at SouthWest Edgecombe High School chorus, as well as in a number of talent shows while attending high school. Sandra has always had a great love for the arts. She also had the awesome opportunity to sing with multiple worship teams. Sandra traveled the state while singing with her family’s singing group. She appreciates having the chance to perform in White Christmas, one of her favorite movies and favorite times of the year. Thanks to Mr. Green for giving her the opportunity to expand her skills.
Wesley Jones
(Bob Wallace/Ensemble)
Wesley is performing in his fourth production with PoiemArtistry. He appeared in Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins (Prince Beelzebub), Seussical the Musical (Wickersham Brother), Titanic (Charles Clark), Singin’ in the Rain (Roscoe Dexter), and The Robe (Caligula/Senator Gallio). Wesley loves to play basketball and sing. He sings All The Time!!! His favorite thing about being with Poiema is that even though it’s a production company, Poiema is also family. Thanks to all of his Jones Aunties, his big sister Nzinga, and especially his perfect, most beautiful mother, Angela.
Carson Kidd
(Ensemble)
Carson is making his fifth PoiemArtistry appearance in White Christmas. He played the role “Phobos” in Similitude: The Great Adventure Begins, “Yurtle The Turtle” and “Vlad Vladikoff” in Seussical The Musical, “Jay Yates” in Titanic, and “Sound Engineer” in Singin In The Rain. Carson loves theater, because it brings out the best in you that you didn’t even know you had. His other interests are playing guitar and sports. Thanks to Mom, Dad, and Mr. Michael Green.
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