Discover the talented performers bringing this show to life.
Our adult performers have shared a bit about their theatre experience and passions, while our young stars let us know if they’re naughty or nice and what they love about Little Theatre!
Meet the Cast: The Grown Ups
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DIRECTOR
Tomi Carroll
This was Tomi’s family's first-ever show at Little Theatre in 2008. It gave the Carrolls their introduction to LTB, which has become such an integral part of all of their lives. Over the years, the Carroll family has been involved in countless shows both on and off stage. They love this story and are thrilled to bring it to the stage once again. It's almost Christmas kids!!
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Christina Rosch
Christina is thrilled to make her assistant directing debut with this production. Christina has been active in theater both onstage and behind the scenes, with credits including ensemble in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, A Christmas Carol (Mrs. Fezziwig), and backstage crew for The Odd Couple. She has also performed in The Nutcracker, Alice in Wonderland, and numerous other productions. Christina is excited to explore storytelling from a new perspective and grateful for this opportunity to grow as a performing artist.
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STAGE MANAGER
Erin Carroll
Erin Carroll has been a part of many productions at LTB in many different capacities. From a caroler in A Christmas Carol at the age of three, to her position as stage manager this year. Her favorite show she has been in is Treasure Island, in which she played the role of the beggar. She enjoys her time backstage but also likes the occasional opportunity to show her face in front of the curtains. "Merry Christmas and enjoy the show!"
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BOB BRADLEY
Brooks Arnold
This is Brooks's second year as a member of The Little Theatre of Bedford. His first show was Treasure Island, where he portrayed Squire Trelawney. Then, in Fiddler on the Roof, he was cast as Mendel, as well as an ensemble singer. After that, he worked backstage for "Misery" and Noises Off. Last Christmas, he performed the "Ghost of Christmas Present" in A Christmas Carol.
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GRACE BRADLEY
Jessica Pumo
Jessica is thrilled to return to the boards in her first LTB production after more than 20 years away from the stage. She fell in love with theater in her first role as Kitty Verdun in Brown County High School's production of Charley's Aunt. She went on to play in Comedy of Errors (Adriana), The Crucible (Elizabeth Proctor), Grease (Rizzo), Hello, Dolly! (Dolly Levi), The Curious Savage (Miss Willie), and even learned to tap dance for George M! (Agnes Nolan). She has loved working alongside so many talented kids and is grateful to be a part of this production.
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MRS. ARMSTRONG
Heidi Canary
In Heidi’s youth, she performed in a number of school plays and musicals and participated in community theater. After a lengthy hiatus spent as a wife and mother, she ventured onto the stage at LTB. She portrayed a mutineer pirate in Treasure Island, and Scrooge’s ghoulish housekeeper, Mrs. Dilbert, in A Christmas Carol! Her hobbies include playing guitar, singing, crocheting, drawing, and writing.
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MRS. CLAUSING
Angela Schultz
Angela made her Little Theatre of Bedford a few years ago with their production of The Wizard of Oz. She fell in love with the theatre and has embraced each cast and crew as family. Since Oz, Angela has had roles in Treasure Island and The Fiddler on the Roof. Most recently, you can find her in the short film Pitchfield.
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FIREMAN
Matt Adamson
Matt plays Fireman #2, and this is his first play! He is very excited to get to do this with his two girls. They are Alabama natives and moved to Indiana in '23. He is 44 years old and works in the software industry. He has travelled to many places in Asia and likes to play the guitar. He and his family attend the Tabernacle of Praise church here in Bedford. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and daughters, and they all love southern Indiana!
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FIREMAN
Nick Eads
Nick has been at the theater since last year with his daughter Levacy and helped bring A Christmas Carol to life with his expertise in special effects. This is his first show as a cast member! Outside of the theatre, He is a basic family man; he works a lot of hours and spends what time he has left with family. Nick lives in Bedford with his wife, Lori, and between the two of them, they have nine kiddos, three of whom also live with them. Nick and his wife also have 5 grandchildren who keep them busy. Aside from that, you might catch Nick out fishing, hunting, or mowing with some music or some Bible lessons playing in his earbuds.
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REVEREND HOPKINS
Kevin Giggy
A retired pastor and Mitchell High School French and English teacher, he currently works part-time delivering for Engleking Pharmacy. He and his wife, Onalee, have two children, Darrin and Rachelle, and four grandchildren. He played Mr. Fezziwig in last year’s A Christmas Carol. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is Kevin’s second acting experience, and it has been extra special because his granddaughter, Abi, is part of the cast. Being a part of the Little Theatre is a very memorable and rewarding experience, which he highly recommends.
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MRS. SLOCUM
Lauren Mitchell
Lauren Mitchell is thrilled to appear as Irma Slocum in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. This production marks her debut performance with The Little Theatre of Bedford and a joyful return to the stage after many years. Stepping back into the theatre feels like coming home, and Lauren is savoring every aspect of the experience. She hopes this is just the beginning of many more performances to come, both on and off the stage.
Before moving to Indiana, Lauren studied acting at Action Theatre Conservatory in Clifton, New Jersey, and enjoyed ministering in her church's theatre ministry, where she played several roles, including Mrs. Cratchit in Scrooged, her church's rendition of A Christmas Carol.
Lauren's dream role is Miss Hannigan, but only because she's too "tall" to play Annie!
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MRS. CLARK
Christylle Tester
Christylle has always loved melodrama! Her family is fun-loving for the most part, and the stick-in-the-muds are literally stuck with them! She loves reading as her main pastime and otherwise enjoys music and friends. This play has been a mix of all the things Christylle loves, and she hopes to share that joyful experience with everyone who comes to share some time with this cast at the Little Theatre of Bedford.
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MRS. MCCARTHY
Brandy Mounsey
Being in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever with her son, Vincent, has been one of the neatest experiences. Stepping into the making of this play is like walking through a door into another world, right here in Bedford, Indiana. This show is Brandy’s first play. She is a homeschooling mom, wife, and wreath maker, and is super excited to be a part of this production.
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FRED SHOEMAKER
Lee Cuba
Lee has done over 30 plays at LTB over 25 years. The last plays were Elf, Treasure Island, A Christmas Carol, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He likes camping.
Meet the Cast: The Kids
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BETH BRADLEY
Jordyn Richardson
Nice. I am on the nice list because I have been doing the right thing and I have been very good this year. I love the fact that I get to have a lot of fun and make new friends while bringing joy this Christmas season.
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BETH BRADLEY
Sophia Linville
Nice. I don't lie, steal, smoke cigars (even though I'm a girl), cuss my teacher, hit little kids, take the name of the Lord in vain and I've NEVER set anything on fire. I get to spend time with my friends, and do what I love.
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CHARLIE BRADLEY
Charlie Baratta
Naughty because I tell the Herdmans about refreshments at Sunday school. I like memorizing my lines!
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CHARLIE BRADLEY
Ronan DeWell
Nice because I feel really good at school and I have usually been good at home. I have really liked the challenge of all the lines.
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CLAUDE HERDMAN
Easton Helgesen
Nice because I am nice and help others. I’ve enjoyed acting like a Herdman and seeing my friends.
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CLAUDE HERDMAN
Garrett Fishback
Nice. I'm kind to people. I like making new friends.
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RALPH HERDMAN
Linkin Guthrie
Nice because I have been helpful and kind to my friends, family, and strangers alike. The Christmas show has always been my favorite, and I am so happy to be a part of this year's play. My family and friends are always excited to come watch the show and kick off the holiday season.
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RALPH HERDMAN
Vincent Mounsey
Naughty because I am a Herdman to the heart🤣I really enjoy acting and this has allowed me to see that I love it.
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LEROY HERDMAN
Liam Grissom
Naughty because I am Leroy Herdman. :-) Most of the time I am good. I try to help out and volunteer. Spending time with my Friends and eating Twinkies!
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LEROY HERDMAN
Jack Banks
Nice because I make people laugh and it makes them feel good. I’ve made new friends and have gotten closer to old ones during the show.
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IMOGENE HERDMAN
Kinley Grow
Naughty. If I was on the nice list I wouldn’t have known how to play Imogene Herdman. I like getting to make new friends and getting closer to the ones I already had!!
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IMOGENE HERDMAN
Paisley Howe
Naughty because I'm a Herdman! All of the friends I have met and I love acting
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OLLIE HERDMAN
Vincent Hoffman
Naughty. I've been acting a little too much like my character, Ollie Herdman, lately. But maybe there's time to get back on the nice list. I like watching the other cast practice because I get to see the magic of the play.
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OLLIE HERDMAN
Griffin Roll
Nice. I am always helpful and lend a hand. My favorite part has been making new friends and being behind the scenes!
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GLADYS HERDMAN
Lilly Collier
Nice, although I'm naughty on stage I really try to kind off stage. I have loved being Gladys and getting to act act like a Herdman. 🤣
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GLADYS HERDMAN
Emmalyn Standefer
Nice because I know God is always with me. Just getting to be in it is really fun.
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ALICE
Addie Walsh
Nice. I am kind, I listen, and I like to help others. Getting to act on a real stage and having fun.
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ALICE
Evangeline Standefer
Nice. Well I thought I little bit of both would have been a more appropriate answer. My favorite part about spending the holiday at the little theater, is that it feels like a family reunion. And I’ve made so many friends here and it’s definitely a place where I feel welcome.
I have had so much fun, memorizing lines were a little overwhelming but it was worth it. Performing is something that’s the little theater has inspired me to do and I hope to be in more plays and musicals in the theater. -

HOBIE
Emerson Cuba
Nice. I was nice! My favorite thing about the Little Theatre is that I got to be in a play with my friends!
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HOBIE
Landon Goller
Nice. I'm making better choices. Hanging out with friends and having fun.
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DAVID
Isaac Ingram
Nice. I’ve been about 75% nice this year. I like making new friends and having a good time.
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DAVID
Rylan West
Nice. I am kind to everyone. Hanging out with the cast.
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MAXINE
Evelyn Baratta
Nice. I like acting in my role as Maxine.
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MAXINE
Lucy Felts
Nice because I think I haven’t done anything too bad. My favorite part of being in this show has been hanging out in the green room.
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ELMER HOPKINS
Grayson Pate
Nice because I have good grades, been nice, and not been a Herdman. I love all the new experience and behind the scenes information we get from going here.
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ELMER HOPKINS
Asher Lynn
Nice because I’m not a big fan of coal. I’ve enjoyed hanging out with my favorite people!
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SHEPHERD
Emma Bingham
Nice. Ive been helping more people with more things. I live the community and how friendly everyone is.
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SHEPHERD
Owen Williams
Nice because I'm nice and I always try to include people in pickup games. My favorite part of being in this show has been talking with everyone here.
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EXTRA
Carlie Neaves
Nice because I am a kind, good hearted person. I love helping others and helping my family. I like being a part of something that will be fun and laughter to the people of my hometown.
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SHEEP
Eve Helgesen
Nice because I am nice to everyone and help my parents. I like being in the
Christmas show because I enjoy seeing my friends, and it is fun to be a sheep. -

SHEEP
Mila Goller
Nice. I'm respectful. Making new friends
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SHEEP
Ryder Felts
Nice because I try to help others. I like being a sheep.
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EXTRA
Eliza Staggs
Angel Choir
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Abi Hollen
Nice, Because I don’t want Tally the Elf (at Disney World) to tell me I’m naughty. Everything! Being in a play with my Grandpa, making new friends, and trying something new that has become something that I love.
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AdaLynn Litzinger
Nice because I have been good this year.:) I like making friends and exploring the green room.
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Amalia Baratta
Naughty because I woke up in the middle of the night and saw Santa! I like making new friends!
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Aubree Davis
Nice. I'm nice and I always share with my friends. My teachers tell me that I am kind. My favorite part of spending time at The Little Theatre is making new friends and I love being on stage.
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Avery Norman
Nice. I am always kind. Learning how a theatre works and meeting new people
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Blakely Applegate
Nice because I’m a kind person. I like trying something new
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Eliza Helgesen
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Ellie Collier
Nice. I will be on the nice list because I'm kind to others and I've been reading my Bible a lot to help me. My favorite part of being at the theatre has been being a part of the community and spending time with people I don't normally get to.
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Emma Brummett
Nice. I always complete all my chores, love feeding my farm animals and I get my school done well. I like making new friends and acting.
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Georgia Adamson
Naughty because I’m a baddie. I like the opportunity to be in a real play!
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Giada Pumo
Nice. While I enjoy playing characters that are a little bit naughty, I'm nice. I work hard, help at home, and try to be kind to everyone. My favorite part of spending my holiday at the Little Theater is that I get to spend it doing what I love!
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Gigi Baratta
Nice because I helped clean up my room! I made a new friend!
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Haven Grow
Nice because I don’t have an attitude like my sister. I like making new friends!!
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Julia Adamson
Naughty. The elf has been watching me. I like the chance to be in a real play!
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Kristen Arnold
Nice because I haven't gotten a time out at recess or detention. All the friends I make!
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Levacy Eads
Nice. I think I’ve been good. I love acting in plays and I love spending time with all the friends I’ve made at The Little Theatre
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Natalie Bell
Nice because I do all my school work and listen to my mom and dad. Getting a part and seeing friends
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Rosie Baratta
Nice because I’m a good baby angel and as quiet as can be! I like drinking hot chocolate!
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Sienna May
Nice because I have been very nice. I have Super Fun acting on the stage
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Violet Gabhart
Nice. I’m an “Angle”!! I like meeting new people and acting!
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Wrigley Stroud
Nice because I am nice and do what people ask me to do. I like making friends!
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Ariana Evans
Nice because I’m nice. I like being in this show because I like meeting new friends and performing.
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Norah Couch
Nice because I haven't bitten anyone without cause. I try to be a good human. I love that I have made new friends.
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Carleigh Price
I think I made the nice list because I've mostly been responsible and I've done well in school. My favorite part about spending the holiday at the Little Theatre would be the feeling of being on stage.
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Evelyn Williams
I think I made the nice list because I try to be nice to everyone, including my brother, and I share. I have liked seeing all the work that goes into a play and how it all comes together in the end.