Page 12 - Our Town Playbill

Cast

Andrew Leonard, George Gibbs

As his journey in MHA theater draws to a close,
senior Andrew Leonard has enjoyed many
memorable performances, including Robin Hood
in Robin Hood, Edmund in The Lion, the Witch, and the
Wardrobe, and Demetrius in A Midsummer Night's
Dream. Andrew reflects on the significance of
marriage and the fragility of life: “Seeing George
being left alone with his kids after the death of his
wife is truly devastating. It is important to cherish
and create wonderful memories with the people we
love, because we don't know when they will go.” When he isn’t performing
in a show, you can find Andrew training for bodybuilding. “I'd like to thank
Mr. Mike McKenna for encouraging me to do this role and making the
practices and rehearsals fun and entertaining with his unique humor.”

Marko Mavridis, Stage Manager

Eighth-grader Marko Mavridis serves as the show’s
narrator as the Stage Manager. Some of his past
shows include You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown, Tales
from China, and Treasure Island. During this show,
Marko has honed his skills in engaging the audience
through monologue, learned a New England accent,
and deepened his appreciation for life in the early
1900s. His hobbies include playing soccer and piano,
building airplanes, and creating 3D prints. “Thanks to
Mr. McKenna for his time and effort directing this great play!“

Annie Pawlak, Baseball Player, Ensemble

Bringing her unique energy to the stage, two of seventh-grader Annie
Pawlak’s favorite MHA shows have been Tales from China and The Wind in
the Willows. In Our Town, Annie enjoys the wedding scene, relishing in the
opportunity to tease and punch George. “This play has reminded me that
life is precious, and we shouldn't take the moments we have now for