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Grace Lewandowski (Irene Molloy) is a senior and has attended
Mars Hill Academy for thirteen years. She most recently performed
in Inspiring Arts Productions of Cinderella (Ensemble), A Christmas
Carol (Dancer and Ghost Ensembles), and Horizons of Gold (Dance
Ensemble). She loves the comedic chaos of the scene where
Cornelius and Barnaby scramble to hide in the hat shop. Through
this production, Grace has learned that life doesn’t always go as
planned, but unexpected outcomes can be just as beautiful. When
she’s not on stage, you can find her crafting, reading, playing guitar, baking, gardening,
or spending time with friends. Grace would like to give a huge thank-you to Miss
Patrick for inspiring her love for theater and to her dad—the world’s best set builder—
who has spent the last nine years bringing her productions to life!

Clara Grace Mahl (Ensemble), a seventh grader, previously
performed as Mole in The Wind in the Willows and Dorothy in
Wizard of Oz. Her favorite Hello, Dolly! song is “Ribbons Down My
Back.” Through this production, Clara Grace has learned how to
project her voice and sing with confidence. When she’s not
performing, she’s most likely dancing at Christian Dance Alliance,
reading, baking, or crafting up something creative.

Ninth-grader Emma May (Minnie Fay) previously performed as
Frieda in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and as a narrator in
Treasure Island. Her favorite moment in Hello, Dolly! is “Motherhood
March,” where Minnie and the others frantically (and unsuccessfully)
try to hide Barnaby and Cornelius from Mr. Vandergelder. Through
this production, Emma has discovered a newfound confidence in
her singing and performing abilities, realizing just how much she can
accomplish when she puts her mind to it. Her hobbies include
practicing guitar, hanging out with friends, and riding her bike. She is especially grateful
to Mr. and Mrs. Smith for their encouragement and guidance during the audition
process.