Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Digital Playbill

Weekend Performance Dates: November 30 & December 6 – 7, 2025 

Sponsored by:

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Music & Lyrics by Johnny Marks. 

Script Adaptation by Robert Penola. 

Arrangements by Timothy Splain.

Orchestrations by William C. White.

Based on the animated television special “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer” adapted from the story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks. 

Developed by Character Arts Creations, LLC  

Cast

Sam: Lucy Joyner

Santa Claus: Blake Martin

Mrs. Claus: Emma Adkins

Mr. Donner: Philip Ritchie

Mrs. Donner: Lauren Goodwin

Rudolph: Silas Stone

Boss Elf: Tyler Terrell

Hermey: Cadence Stoneburner

Fireball: Liam Volland

Clarice: Addison McGlone

Coach Comet: Scout Arnold

Yukon Cornelius: Spencer Fuqua

Bumble: Ciler Smith

Queen Moonracer: Aubrianna Sharkey

Charlie-In-The Box: Macy Ragsdale

Dolly: Sloan Smith

Cowboy Riding an Ostrich: Maxwell Willoughby

Spotted Elephant: Finley Birge

Train With Square Wheels: Maggie Colthurst

Bird-Fish: Quinn Cox

Plane That Can’t Take Off: Sam Guilfoil

Monkey With Only One Cymbal: Katelyn Windhorn

Reporters: Ava Becker, Sam Guilfoil, Azeila Relford, Rose Sellars, Katelyn Windhorn

Reindeer: Taylinn Dickens, Bailey Johnson, Khloe Johnson, Flora Scifres

Clarice’s Mom: Flora Scifres

Elves: Emery Larkin, Molly Milner, Nina Perry, Bryn Powers, Will Timmerman

Aviator Elf: Bryn Powers

Cast and Crew Bios

EMMA ADKINS (Mrs. Claus) Emma Adkins is a senior SCAPA voice major at Lafayette High School. She is president of her school’s choir and part of her school’s Thespian Honors Society. She was recently in James and the Giant Peach. She is so excited to be in Rudolph at LCT.

SCOUT ARNOLD (Coach Comet) Scout is a junior at SCAPA Lafayette. He has performed with LCT in Elf Jr. (Chadwick), The Addams Family (Pugsley), Lafayette’s Fiddler on the Roof & Anything Goes. Scout enjoys hanging out with friends and playing lacrosse. He is thrilled to be with LCT again and hopes you enjoy the show!

AVA BECKER (Reporter)

FINLEY BIRGE (Spotted Elephant) In her 5th show with LCT, Finley is thrilled to bring everyone’s favorite polka-dotted pachyderm to life. When she’s not hanging out on the Island of Misfit Toys, Finley enjoys reading, spending time with friends and complaining about her homework. She hopes everyone has a holly jolly holiday season!

ELENA BOYLE (Assistant Stage Manager) Elena Boyle is a senior at Lafayette and a SCAPA voice major. She is the Assistant Stage Manager for Rudolph. She plans to major in vocal performance and biology in college. Elena loves theatre and would like to thank her friends and family for helping her get where she is and for the memories she’s made.

MAGGIE COLTHURST (Train with Square Wheels) Maggie Colthurst is a junior at Lafayette High School in the Scapa program for theatre and Pre-Engineering program. She loves all things Christmas and theatre and is so happy to be doing Rudolph this year with her friends!

QUINN COX (Bird-Fish) Quinn is thrilled to be part of Rudolph! A proud 6th grader, this marks Quinn’s ninth production. Some of her favorite past roles include a Who in Seussical Jr. and Pearl in Finding Nemo Jr. She sends a big thank you to her parents for their constant support!

TAYLINN DICKENS (Reindeer) Taylinn is so excited to be back into the LCT community again! She has starred in several productions here and other theatres as well, some of her favorite roles have been here! These shows include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Veruca Salt), Charlotte’s Web (Templeton), and her first ever show, the 2022 production of Rudolph Jr. (Elf 1)! She hopes you enjoy the show!

SPENCER FUQUA (Yukon Cornelius) Spencer is a senior at Lafayette High School and is so excited to play Yukon Cornelius in his first ever show at Lexington Children’s Theatre! He thanks everyone for their support, especially his mom, dad, and sister! Enjoy the show! Waaahhooo!

LAUREN GOODWIN (Mrs. Donner) Lauren is jazzed to be portraying the role of “Mrs. Donner” in Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer! Lauren is a senior at Lafayette High School and a SCAPA Theatre Performance major! Lauren loves LCT and loves spending the Christmas season with this wonderful cast and crew! Merry Christmas! Jeremiah 29:11.

SAM GUILFOIL (Plane That Can’t Take Off/Reporter) Sam is a sixth grader at TCMS GTAP program. He performed with LCT in Elf Jr. (Policeman). He performed with Ashland Elementary School in Alice in Wonderland (White Rabbit) and in Peter Pan (Smee). He performed with Brenda Cowan Elementary in The Claw (Aiden). Sam enjoys playing piano, and cross country.

BAILEY JOHNSON (Reindeer) Bailey is 12 years old and a 7th grader at Gray Middle School. She’s involved in Track and Field… but wanted to try something new. This is her first performance with LCT. Bailey loves hanging out with her family and friends and her fluffy St. Bernard Penny.

KHLOE JOHNSON (Reindeer) Khloe is a Junior at Ryle High School. She has performed once before with LCT in Elf Jr. (Santa’s Helper). She is currently involved in FFA, and Hands and Hearts for Christ at her school. She loves performing and cannot wait to share this experience with her sister, Bailey!

LUCY JOYNER (Sam) Lucy is a senior at North Laurel High School. This is her second show with LCT. She participates in her theater program at school along with cheer and a few other leadership programs. She loves the stage along with making lifelong friendships and hopes to pursue theater in her future.

EMERY LARKIN (Elf) Emery is 13 years old and an 8th grader at The Lexington Latin School. She has been involved with LCT in their Companies program and performed in Zombie in Love (Worm 3) and Charlotte’s Web (Henry). She enjoys singing, acting, and creative writing.

BLAKE MARTIN (Santa Claus) Blake is a junior Drama Major at SCAPA and Lafayette High School. He can’t wait for you to see the show! You may have seen Blake as Santa in Elf Jr. and as Santa in Rudolph Jr. a couple years back! He hopes you have a very happy holidays and enjoy the show. Ho Ho Ho!

ADDISON MCGLONE (Clarice) Addison is an 8th grader at Leestown Middle. This is her 4th performance with LCT. She loves to play volleyball, act and hang out with her sisters, Nora and Sadie. She’s learning Italian because she would love to travel to Italy someday!

MOLLY MILNER (Elf) Molly is excited for her fourth production at LCT! She previously played a mouse in Cinderella, Fern in Charlotte’s Web, and an angel in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Her favorite role was Marlin Finding Nemo Kids. Molly is 11 years old and loves roller coasters and books.

NINA PERRY (Elf) Nina is a 6th grader attending Mary E Britton Middle. This is her 3rd year performing in the Christmas Productions with LCT. She also performed in the Finding Nemo Jr show with her school last spring. Nina enjoys singing in her school choir, playing soccer and crafting.

BRYN POWERS (Aviator Elf) Bryn Powers is in the 7th grade. Her favorite show and role that she’s played is Alice in Alice in Wonderland. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, singing, soccer, acting, and volleyball.

MACY RAGSDALE (Charlie-In-The-Box) Macy is a freshman at the Frankfort Christian Academy. This is her third musical at LCT. She also participates in theatre at her school. Her favorite role that she has played was Lucy in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. She loves reading books.

AZEILA RELFORD (Reporter) Azeila is a freshman at Lafayette High School. Rudolph is her first show with LCT, and she’s so excited about the opportunities they offer. She enjoys musicals, especially memorizing the songs and fun choreographies.

PHILIP RITCHIE (Mr. Donner) Philip Ritchie is a junior at Lafayette High School. He has been in many previous LCT shows such as Go Dog Go! (Green Dog), Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Charlie), Elf Jr. (Mr. Greenway), and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr (Rudolph).

FLORA SCIFRES (Reindeer/Clarice’s Parent) Flora is a sophomore at Lafayette. She has performed with LCT many times and cannot wait to continue her future with LCT. She has been performing since she was little and has been doing theatre for a few years. She loves performing and hopes to continue it throughout her life.

ROSE SELLARS (Reporter) Rose is 13 years old and in the 9th grade. Her favorite role at LCT was the judge of the fair in Charlotte’s Web. In her free time, she enjoys gaming.

AUBRIANNA SHARKEY (Queen Moonracer) Aubrianna is an eighth grader that attends Leestown Middle School. She has performed in multiple plays at LCT and her school. Her hobbies include singing, acting, songwriting, playing guitar, and riding her skateboard. When she’s older, she hopes to become a actress or singer/songwriter.

CILER SMITH (Bumble) Ciler is 13 years old in the 8th grade at SCAPA Bluegrass as a Strings Major—he plays double bass and the violin. He is in symphony orchestra for CKYO. Ciler has been involved at LCT for 5 years now! He hopes you enjoy the show and come to see more shows.

SLOAN SMITH (Dolly) Sloan is a third grader at Stonewall Elementary School in Lexington, where she has performed in Pirates! The Musical (Stowaway) and other choral performances. This is her first LCT performance. She dances at DESOD and plays soccer for IAm3rd’s Player Development Academy. She aspires to be an actress.

SILAS STONE (Rudolph) Silas is a sixth grader at Winburn Middle School. This is his first production with LCT. He performed in Peter Pan (John), and Alice In Wonderland (March Hare), at Ashland Elementary School where he was also selected for the FCPS honor chorus. He enjoys tennis, soccer, and diving.

CADENCE STONEBURNER (Hermey) Cadence is thrilled to return to LCT’s Rudolph! She played the spotted elephant in Rudolph in 2022 also acting in the past two holiday shows. She is a freshman at FDHS and is very involved in Younglife and choir. She is so excited to see this show come to life!

TYLER TERRELL (Boss Elf) Tyler is a senior theatre performance major at Lafayette High School and a 2024 Governor’s School for the Arts Alum (Drama). Recently, he was in Lafayette’s James and the Giant Peach (Earthworm). He is very excited to show his work on this production!

WILL TIMMERMAN (Elf) Will is a sixth grader in the Pre-Engineering program at Leestown Middle School. He was an elf in Elf Jr and has held many roles in Summer Theater School productions. He enjoys baseball, the North Y swim team, playing the viola, and playing video games.

LIAM VOLLAND (Fireball) Liam is an eighth grader at TCMS. He’s performed with LCT in Elf (Michael Hobbs), Best Christmas Pageant Ever (David), and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Oompa Loompa). Liam plays the trombone. He participates in theater and plays soccer for TCHS. He’s excited for his second time in LCT’s Rudolph.

MAXWELL WILLOUGHBY (Cowboy Who Rides An Ostrich) Maxwell Willoughby, 7th grader in the VAPA program at Lexington Middle School. His first LCT show was Elf Jr. in 2024. He is thrilled to ride into this production as Cowboy. Maxwell loves to perform and demolish Nintendo and board games. He is excited to be part of this wonderful cast!

KATELYN WINDHORN (Monkey With Only One Cymbal/Reporter) Katelyn is an 8th grade drama major and voice minor at SCAPA. This is her fourth production with LCT and has previously performed in Rudolph Jr (Reindeer), Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Maxine) and Elf Jr (Shawanda the Elf). Katelyn is excited about this production and loves her time at LCT! 1 Cor 15: 1-4

Special Thanks

Dr. John Denison DDS; HighBridge Spring Water; Sally Horowitz Photography; 3M Cynthiana; Copy Express; Bobby Taylor; Pro Sound and Lights; Transylvania University Theater Department; University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance; Mahan Multimedia; University of Louisville, Centre College; LEX18; WKYT; Newport Cleaners

Production Staff Credits

Director: Jeremy Kisling

Music Director: Mark Fields

Choreographer: Henry Tate Dick

Original Scenic Design: Tony Hardin

Lighting Design: Tom Willis

Costume Design: Marie Henderson

Stage Manager: Kate Tayler

Assistant Stage Manager: Elena Boyle

Technical Director: Gabriel Slusser

Assistant Technical Director: Laika Myers

Carpenters: Forrest Loeffler, Laika Myers, Veronica Olson, Gabriel Slusser

Properties Manager: Forrest Loeffler

Bumble Puppet Design and Construction: Karen Loeffler

Charge Artist: Laika Myers

Scenic Painters: Forrest Loeffler, Laika Myers, Veronica Olson, Gabriel Slusser

Costume Shop Manager: Marie Henderson

Costume Construction: Emily Hampton, Marie Henderson, Missy Johnston, Haberlin Roberts

Staff Bios

RHONDA BELL (Education Director) Rhonda is excited to continue her journey at LCT as Education Director. She holds an MA in Theatre from the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa and a BA from Berea College. Rhonda enjoys driving her car, watching cartoons, and having lively debates with her students.

OCTAVIA BIGGS (Director of Shooting Stars Youtheatre) Tavia has worked hard over the last 19 years to bring children’s theatre to Eastern Kentucky. She believes strongly that all children have the ability to be creative and through that creativity will discover the gifts they possess. She would like to thank LCT and the W. Paul and Lucille C. Little Foundation!

KAITLIN (K.C.) CHEYENNE BOWLING (Education Associate) Kaitlin “K.C” Cheyenne serves as the Education Associate at Lexington Children’s Theatre. They hold a BA in Theatre from Berea College, where they focused on creating inclusive, diverse and accessible spaces. Their passion lies in arts education, and they are thrilled to encourage young peoples’ excitement for storytelling.

HEATHER N. BRANHAM (Resident Director/Company Manager) Heather is overjoyed to be back at LCT after an artistic odyssey spanning from “The Little Apple” of Manhattan, KS to “The Second City” of Chicago. She earned a Master of Arts from University of Kentucky and serves on the KPW board. Heather dedicates this season to Eddy and Huckleberry.

ASHLEE COLLINS (Development Director) Ashlee is a recent graduate of Commerce Lexington’s Leadership Lexington program. Her journey with LCT began in 2013 as a work study with Shooting Stars Youtheatre, LCT’s Satellite Theatre in Morehead, KY. After graduating she completed an Arts Administration internship in 2015 and was part of the Touring Company in the 15/16 season. Ashlee has worked with theatres all over the country, including Chicago Children’s Theatre, Lifeline Theatre, and most notably, with Broadway in Chicago as a marketing assistant during the first National Tour of Disney’s Aladdin!

HENRY TATE DICK (Choreographer) Henry Tate Dick has performed in many LCT productions and has danced with many different groups. He was in the LCT production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr. back in 2022. He is so happy to be a part of the creative team for this jolly show. Happy Holidays!

MARK FIELDS (Music Director) Mark Fields teaches music at Garrett Morgan Elementary and enjoys directing musical theatre across Kentucky. He’s an adjudicator for Kentucky Performing Arts’ Bradley Awards and serves on the Fayette County Public Schools Fine Arts Coalition. His most proud role, being husband to Emily and Dad to Annaleigh, Aubrey and Hayden.

EMILY HAMPTON (Costume Artist) Emily graduated from the University of Kentucky with a BA in Theatre in 2020. She is passionate about costuming and the fiber arts!

MARIE HENDERSON (Costume Director) Marie’s experience with LCT, and theatre altogether, began with a walk on roll at the age of 9.  She is delighted to have closed the circle of her theatrical experience by coming “home” to LCT as a staff member. 

JAIME HURT (Marketing and Sales Director) With over 20 years in arts marketing; Jaime connects communities through storytelling and creative collaboration. As Marketing and Sales Director at LCT, she captures moments that make theatre magical for children and families, expanding access to engaging, immersive experiences while embracing the joy of bringing stories to life. 

JEREMY KISLING (Producing Artistic Director) Welcome to LCT! Jeremy has worked at Lexington Children’s Theatre for over 20 years and is a proud member of its staff. I hope this theatre is a place where you feel empowered, enriched, and emboldened. I am honored and humbled to work with such amazing and talented artists and individuals! Thank you for being here, for your support, and for being a part of the LCT Family.

MADDI KNOETTNER (Communications Manager) Maddi is a recent college graduate from the University of Kentucky with a degree in Communication Studies. She is a Double Gold Medalist of The United States Figure Skating Association and is a figure skating instructor over at the Lexington Ice Center. Maddi brings a unique blend of communication expertise and athletic achievements, and she is honored to showcase her diverse skills at Lexington Children’s Theatre!

FORREST LOEFFLER (Technical Associate) Forrest Loeffler is from Lexington, he has a BFA in Acting from Illinois Wesleyan University, and is currently Kentucky Chautauqua’s Abraham Lincoln performer. He has worked with Leeds Center for the Arts, Woodford Theatre, Adventure Theatre, Pioneer Playhouse, Athens West, and is happy to have added LCT to that list!

CALEB LUNSFORD (Shooting Stars Youth Theatre Assistant Director) Caleb is a teacher, painter, and arts education enthusiast from Harrodsburg, Kentucky. A graduate of Morehead State University, he is passionate about children’s theatre; striving to provide an outlet for creative expression. With a history in youth-based creative programs he aims to curate a safe space to learn and grow.

MARY ANN MULLINS (Bookkeeper) Mary Ann joined LCT in March 2024 as the bookkeeper and is delighted to be part of an organization that boosts creativity and imagination in young people. She brings 50+ years of bookkeeping experience with her. In her spare time, she loves adventures with her children and grandchildren and enjoys taking rides with her husband of 42 years with the top off of the Vette!

LAIKA MYERS (Charge Artist/Assistant Technical Director) Laika Myers graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Bowling Green State University with a specialization in Design and Technical Theatre. In her spare time, she loves to read and visit a new coffee shop, while on the clock she loves to use her artistry to share the magic of theatre with young audiences!

LYDIA RICE (Resident Teaching Artist) As a Columbus State University graduate, Lydia has directed, choreographed, and taught all ages by working at Rose Theatre and the Alliance Theatre. She believes theatre inspires creativity, teaches life skills, and helps students reach their fullest potential. She loves connecting with students at LCT and watching them shine.

JEFF SACHS (Managing Director) Jeff Sachs (he/him) is an administrator, educator, and theatre artist dedicated to creating opportunities for young people to expand their horizons and connect with their community through live performance. He is the founding managing director of Kerfuffle, a theatre for the very young company based in Chicago. Originally from Long Island, Jeff has worked as an educator across the country with Chicago Public Schools, Imagination Stage, Childsplay, and Actors Theatre of Louisville. He is the playwright of Bookworms and has directed young people in devising new plays as well as a production of Mamma Mia! that he is particularly proud of. Jeff has a bachelor’s degree in Theatre from Northwestern University, a Master of Fine Arts in Theatre for Youth from Arizona State University, and a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University.

DELANEY SALLEE (Sales Associate – Onsite) Delaney’s (she/they) love of theatre began as a child and carried her through many productions as both a student and professional. She has worked with the Singletary Center for the Arts and Pioneer Playhouse as a stage manager, and she is very excited to work with LCT! She has also worked in local libraries and loves a good book!

GABRIEL SLUSSER (Technical Director) Gabriel has worked throughout the southeast in positions ranging from sound engineer to lead electrician to shop foreman at theatres including Titusville Playhouse, Inc., Georgia Ensemble Theatre, and Buford Community Center. As LCT’s Technical Director, he facilitates the implementation of all scenic, lighting, audio, and projection elements for their season.

CHRIS SWANSON (Senior Sales Associate) Chris Swanson has been a theatre professional for the past 25 years. She is very excited to be joining the staff at LCT. She earned her MA and BA in Theatre and Communications from Morehead State. Her past credits include Bat Boy the musical and Book of Days. 

KATE TAYLER (Resident Stage Manager) Kate Tayler graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications degree from Bowling Green State University in Design & Technical Theatre. She is originally from Monroe, Michigan. Kate loves spending time with her cats and her partner, keeping up on all things Taylor Swift, and working with young people.

LCT Professional Staff

• Kylie Adams, Development Operations Intern
• Rhonda Bell, Education Director 
• Octavia Biggs, Program Director of Shooting Stars Youtheatre
• Katilin (K.C.) Cheyenne Bowling, Education Associate
• Heather N. Branham, Resident Director / Company Manager
• Ashlee Collins, Development Director 
• Emily Hampton, Costume Artist
• Marie Henderson, Costume Director
• Jaime Hurt, Marketing and Sales Director
• Jeremy Kisling, Producing Artistic Director
• Maddi Knoettner, Communications Manager
• Forest Loeffler, Technical Associate
• Caleb Lunsford, Shooting Stars Youth Theatre Assistant Director
• Mary Ann Mullins, Bookkeeper
• Laika Myers, Charge Artist / Assistant Technical Director
• Lydia Rice, Resident Teaching Artist
• Haberlin Roberts, Costume Artist
• Jeff Sachs, Managing Director
• Delaney Sallee, Sales Associate – Onsite
• Gabriel Slusser, Technical Director
• Chris Swanson, Senior Sales Associate – Outreach
• Kate Tayler, Resident Stage Manager 

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