Justine Carroll is thrilled to join the cast of the Medora Musical.  She has a BA in theatre and dance from Minnesota State University of Mankato.  She has toured with Troupe America in “The Fantasticks” and “Babes in Toyland.”  Twin Cities credits include Hey City Theatre (Beehive), The Ordway ( The Rocky Horror Show), Theatre Latte’ Da, and MJTC (Parade).  She has also worked with Park Square, Mechanical Division, Stales, and 20% Theatre Companies.  She works as a freelance choreographer and director, and loves spending time with her husband, Peter.  Thanks for comin’ out; I hope you enjoy the show!

Job Christensen is currently the Artistic Director of North Dakota Ballet Company and Apprentice School and one of the producers of Crimson Creek Collegiate Players.  He trained at the Musical Theatre Department at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.  He has danced and performed all over the world and on Broadway/ national tours of “Cats”, “Ragtime”, “Nancy LaMott and Friends”, “25 years of Broadway”, and regionally with Music Theatre of Wichita, Chicago Shakespeare, Marriott Lincolnshire, Frost Fire Mountain, and the Crimson Creek Players.  He has directed and choreographed shows such as “Falsettoland”, “Barnum”, “Meet Me in St. Louis”, “Jesus Christ Superstar”,  “Pump Boys and Dinettes”, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, “Oliver”, “Annie”, “Cinderella”, “Chicago”, “The Boyfriend”,  “Hello, Dolly”, “And the World Goes Around”, “Oklahoma”, “She loves me”, “Good news”, “Peter Pan”, “The Fantasticks” with Bismarck’s Sleepy Hollow Summer Theater, “Grease” at UND Theatre Arts Department, “Sweeney Todd”, “Phantom”, “Cabaret” and produced, directed and choreographed “Sweet Charity”, “Candide.”  He has also worked with numerous elementary schools, high schools, middle schools, and colleges all over the North Dakota region including Central High School Drama Department, Red River High School Department, West Fargo High School, Wahpeton High School, SPA Co., Sleepy Hollow Summer Theatre, North Dakota State University and UND Department of Theatre Arts to name a few.

Justin Droegemueller is thrilled to be returning to Medora, North Dakota for his 2nd summer.  After graduating from South Dakota State University, Justin spent three summers working in South Dakota for the Black Hills Playhouse, where he played ‘Sky Masterson’ in “Guys and Dolls”, and the ‘Pirate King’ in “Pirates of Penzance”.  Justin spent this last year performing and playing bass in “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story”.  “Making music and performing is my passion; I love being able to share it with everyone here.”  Justin would like to thank his parents, Bruce and LaVonne for “always coming to see my shows. I love you.”

Brittany Everitt from Shorewood, MN, is thrilled to be returning to Medora for her second season as a Burning Hills Singer.  She is a junior BFA Musical Theatre Major at the University of Miami, Florida.  Most recently, she has been in productions of “Sunday in the Park with George” and “Mad Forest” at the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre.  Previously, she could be seen on stage at the Mall of America as part of the “Peanuts Gang.”  Other credits include “Our Miss Brooks”, “Alice in Wonderland”, and “You Can’t Take It With You.”  Brittany loves to sing and dance and has had training in tap, jazz, and ballet.  She can’t wait to strap on those clogs!  She sends a huge thanks to her family and friends who have always been so loving and supportive!

Joey Ford from Custer, SD, got his Associates of Arts Degree in Musical Theatre at Casper Community College in Casper, WY.  He then traveled to Mankato, MN to receive his Bachelors of Fine Arts Degree in Musical Theatre.  He has worked at the Black Hills Playhouse in 2005-2006 and acted for Highland Summer Theatre in 2007.  Some of his favorite roles include: Urinetown and Jamie Lockhart; The Robber Bridegroom.  He is very excited to be a part of the Medora Musical, and would like to dedicate this summer’s work to his mother, Gretchen.  I love you, Mom!

Dale Given I am thrilled and happy to be returning for my third season as host of the “Medora Musical” and am looking forward to another exciting summer in North Dakota.  This past year also saw me complete my second season as the “Toymaker” in the Award Winning Production of “Dollywood Babes in Toyland” in Pigeon Forge, TN.  Over the year’s I have performed dozens of roles.  Some of my favorites include Captain Hook in “Peter Pan”, ‘Don Quixote’ in “Man of LaMancha”, and ‘Lloyd’ in the hilarious “Guys on Ice- the Ice Fishing Musical”.  I would like to thank my friends and family for understanding why I do what I do, whack-a-doo, whack-a-doo.

Alexander Jon Frederre “Pirates of Penzance”, Young Adult Scrooge “Gospel according to Scrooge”, Malcolm “Bedroom Farce”, Harold Goringe “Black Comedy”, Bisset “Jekyll and Hyde”. Intern for the “Prelude Program” at Mephail Center for the arts.

Chris Kuhn is back for his second year in the Musical and ready to kick up his heels all over again.  A North Dakota native, from West Fargo, Chris has been seen in such productions as “Great Expectations”, “Gilligan’s Island”, “Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphosis’” and “Albee’s The Zoo Story”.  A student at Augsburg College, Chris is studying theatre and sociology, and loves getting his boots back on for another Wild West romp-n-stomp!

Paige McDonnell is thrilled to be making her debut in the Medora Musical!  Originally from Alabama, she now calls New York City home and was last seen on the New York Stage in the Red Fern Theatre Company’s “Who Will Carry the Word?”  Paige is trained as a classical and Musical Theatre singer but would rather sing country any day of the week!  Favorite regional credits include: “Honky Tonk Angels”, “The Full Monty”, “Into the Woods”, “Joseph”,  AFT’s National Tour of “Alice in Wonderland”, “Company”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, and “Laundry and Bourbon”.  Many Thanks to my wonderful family and amazing friends for being a constant reminder that love is real.  www.paigemcdonnell.com

Bo Price, from Wasta, SD, is thrilled to be back on stage for his 6th year.  He has spent the past year in Florida working at the Show Palace Theatre.  He earned an Associated of Arts degree in theatre performance from Casper College, and a BFA in Acting from the University of South Dakota.  Bo has been on two national tours, has spent a season at the Naples Dinner Theatre, and has also worked at various theme parks.  Favorite credits include; “Anything Goes”, “Cabaret”, “Kiss Me Kate”, and “Victor/ Victoria”.  Special Thanks to Stagewest Entertainment, my family, and friends.

Katie Riggs comes to Medora from Somewhere Over the Rainbow!  She is a graduate of Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas where she received a BFA in Musical Theatre.  Katie has appeared in many shows including “Anything Goes”, “Sister of Swing”, “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown”, and “1940’s Radio Hour”.   She would like to thank her fantastic family and friends for their love and encouragement.  Endless thanks to God for his many blessings.  This performance is dedicated to her grandmother who is smiling down on her.

Peter Simonson (Theodore Roosevelt)is excited to be working with Stage West Entertainment for the first time.  He has a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre from Minnesota State University, Mankato.  Peter has most recently been seen as ‘Tom Watson’ in Parade at the History Theatre in St. Paul and is “Enjolras” in “Les Miserables” at the Channahassen Dinner Theatre.  He has performed in tours up and down the east coast, throughout Florida, and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland.  Favorite roles include: ‘Archibald’ in “The Secret Garden”, ‘Bill’ in “Carousel”, and ‘Arthur’ in “Camelot.  Love and Thanks to my wife, Justine and my son, Noah.

Ellery Tofte is a native of Grand Forks, North Dakota.  Her theatrical career began at a young age singing from the porch steps of her parent’s home.  Since then she has grown to love and respect the stage.  Ellery went on to achieve a BFA degree in Theatrical Performance from the University of North Dakota.  Past involvement in the arts include the Bel Canto Studio of voice, The North Dakota Ballet Company, The Firehall Theatre, Frostfire Theatre, Crimson Creek Players, and UND Theatre.  Ellery has a deep love for the arts and will continue to perfect her crafts in the years to come.  Thank you to all of her teachers, mentors, colleagues, and of course, family for all of their support throughout her theatrical journey.  You’re presence means the world!

Lexie Wollan is excited to be back for her fifth year as a Burning Hills Singer in the Medora Musical.  This past year, Lexie appeared along side her brother Chet, playing his sister, "Sara" in the Dollywood Holiday production of TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS, and was the Company Manager for the National tour of  the new musical, CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES.  She was seen for two seasons as "Giggling Sis" on the National Tour of  A CHRISTMAS CAROL And was also it's Assistant Choreographer and Dance Captain.   Lexie hopes you enjoy the "Greatest Show In The West" and have a great time in Medora.

Mark Baczynski - Fiddler - This is Mark’s fourth season in Medora.  Mark’s theatre career began back in 1975 when he performed in a college production of Godspell.  Since then he has found his niche in live theatre using his musical abilities.  He has performed in over 2500 productions of ‘A Closer Walk’ with Patsy Cline, and “Patsy” A World Premier Tribute.  Other credits include “Lost highway: The Life and Music of Hank Williams” (The first national tour, the Laguna Playhouse, The Virginia Stage Company), “Big Riven” and “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” (The Municipal Auditorium, Raleigh N.C.) , “The Grapes of Wrath” (Alliance Theatre, Atlanta), and “Fire On The Mountain” (Studio Theatre Sarasota, FL, Actors Theatre of Louisville).  Mark can be heard on many recordings including his own CD which is available at T.R.M.F. gift shops.  He has degrees in the performing arts and elementary education.  When not on the road, Mark lives outside of Nashville, Tennessee.

Marcus Bohn - Drummer - Marcus has been drumming professionally in the Twin Cities for over 15 years.  He is a graduate of Music Tech (Now called “McNally Smith College of Music”) He plays regularly with ‘The Lovers Show’ and ‘Brother Big Band’, which has seen two United Kingdom tours.  He has worked with Rockie Lynne as well as Renee Austin, nominee of the 2004 New Blues Artist of the Year at the WC Handy Awards.  Marcus recently toured with Troupe America’s “A Christmas Carol”.  This is the second year playing the Medora Musical.

Andy Carroll - Bass

D.J. Phillips - Guitarist Extraordinaire - D.J. is ecstatic to return to the Medora Musical for his eighth consecutive year.  Despite any outrageous claims to the contrary, he can’t get enough of the enchantment of the Dakota’s and the stunning allure of the badlands.  Annually succumbing to the siren song of the West is a tradition he plans to continue until the Little Missouri runs dry… or at least until he wears out his welcome.
D.J. is a proud member of original rock band Brother Big Bad.  His other credits include “Honky Tonk Angels”, “Hank and My Wonky Tonk Heroes”, “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline”, and “Menopause: The Musical”.

Roger Rettig - Pedal Steel Guitar - Originally from London, England, Roger turned ‘pro’ in 1960, playing guitar with Eden Kane, Joe Brown, Marty Wilde and other UK stars, and often touring alongside the Beatles or the Rollin’ Stones. 
By the 1970’s, he was busy as a studio player recording with artists as diverse as Elmer Bernstein, Tom Jones and George Harrison.  He played on countless TV jingles, and, since he took up pedal steel guitar, was in great demand for many West End theatre shows.
He moved to the USA in 1997 and now lives with his American wife, Susie, a theatrical costume designer, in Naples, Florida.
Life is good- Roger either plays guitar of plays golf on any given day; he is delighted to be returning to the Medora Musical for a fourth time where he can do both!

Chad Willow - Associate Music Director/ Keyboards - The Wild West has called me back for a sixth season of the Medora Musical.  I’m looking forward to playing with old friends on the bandstand, and working with an almost all new cast on stage.  My anticipation of this summer in Medora brings to mind the feeling you get while watching one of the great golden sunsets of the West.