April 25, 27, and 28 2024


DIRECTOR
Jaxon Allison

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/STAGE MANAGER
Nico Russ
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Zoie Foster
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR/LIGHTING DESIGNER
Zoe Anderson
SOUND DESIGNER
Sam Fry
ASSISTANT LIGHTING DESIGNER
Rhys Utterback
COSTUME DESIGNER
Cabe Parrish
INTIMACY COORDINATOR
Kyla Callison
Thursday, April 17, Friday, April 18, Saturday, April 19, and Sunday April 20
Hal Herman Lab Theatre
Shenandoah Conservatory
Special thanks to the Winchester Little Theatre, Maggie Waite, and Brodie Myers for making mics work in a space when they did not previously.

Meet the Production Team

Jaxon Allison is a sophomore Musical Theatre Major and is super excited to have been able to work on The Mad Ones! You may have recently seen him on the stage as Lancelot/etc. in Monty Python’s Spamalot, Aaron Shultz/Emmett and Warner U/S in Legally Blonde the Musical, and Benny in Rent at Shenandoah Conservatory. Jaxon is forever thankful to the Hornets Nest team for giving him this incredible opportunity and would like to give a special thanks to his significant other for putting up with him during this process.

Nico is so excited to be on the team as Assistant Director and Stage Manager for THE MAD ONES and work with Hornet's Nest for the first time! He is a freshman in the BFA Acting program, and it's been an incredible first year. Separate from Hornet's Nest, another Shenandoah Conservatory club he's been a part of has been Hypnos, where he performed in "Lord of the Flies" as Bill, and considers that show one of his favorites ever. He will also be a part of the Hypnos Board in this upcoming school year. To close out the school year, he will also be performing in the second spring play EVERYBODY. Being a part of this team has been such a dream and a wonderful opportunity to explore directing and stage managing. All my thanks and love to my family -- Mom, Dad, Maddy, Alex -- and my best friends, Auguste and Cookie, for being by my side all year.


Cabe Parrish is a Senior BFA Musical Theatre major from Little Rock Arkansas. In addition to working on this beautiful show, Cabe is the Co-President of SU Hornets' Nest. She would like to thank all of you for your support of THE MAD ONES and this student group!


Zoe Anderson is a sophomore lighting design major and a board member of Hornets Nest! She is very excited to present this production of The Mad Ones. She found this show very fun and captivating and she’s happy to share it with an audience who may have never listened to this wonderful, cute little show.

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BIO

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Jaxon Allison is a sophomore Musical Theatre Major and is super excited to have been able to work on The Mad Ones! You may have recently seen him on the stage as Lancelot/etc. in Monty Python’s Spamalot, Aaron Shultz/Emmett and Warner U/S in Legally Blonde the Musical, and Benny in Rent at Shenandoah Conservatory. Jaxon is forever thankful to the Hornets Nest team for giving him this incredible opportunity and would like to give a special thanks to his significant other for putting up with him during this process.

Nico is so excited to be on the team as Assistant Director and Stage Manager for THE MAD ONES and work with Hornet's Nest for the first time! He is a freshman in the BFA Acting program, and it's been an incredible first year. Separate from Hornet's Nest, another Shenandoah Conservatory club he's been a part of has been Hypnos, where he performed in "Lord of the Flies" as Bill, and considers that show one of his favorites ever. He will also be a part of the Hypnos Board in this upcoming school year. To close out the school year, he will also be performing in the second spring play EVERYBODY. Being a part of this team has been such a dream and a wonderful opportunity to explore directing and stage managing. All my thanks and love to my family -- Mom, Dad, Maddy, Alex -- and my best friends, Auguste and Cookie, for being by my side all year.


Cabe Parrish is a Senior BFA Musical Theatre major from Little Rock Arkansas. In addition to working on this beautiful show, Cabe is the Co-President of SU Hornets' Nest. She would like to thank all of you for your support of THE MAD ONES and this student group!


Zoe Anderson is a sophomore lighting design major and a board member of Hornets Nest! She is very excited to present this production of The Mad Ones. She found this show very fun and captivating and she’s happy to share it with an audience who may have never listened to this wonderful, cute little show.

Helloooo
BIO

BIO

Jaxon Allison is a sophomore Musical Theatre Major and is super excited to have been able to work on The Mad Ones! You may have recently seen him on the stage as Lancelot/etc. in Monty Python’s Spamalot, Aaron Shultz/Emmett and Warner U/S in Legally Blonde the Musical, and Benny in Rent at Shenandoah Conservatory. Jaxon is forever thankful to the Hornets Nest team for giving him this incredible opportunity and would like to give a special thanks to his significant other for putting up with him during this process.

Nico is so excited to be on the team as Assistant Director and Stage Manager for THE MAD ONES and work with Hornet's Nest for the first time! He is a freshman in the BFA Acting program, and it's been an incredible first year. Separate from Hornet's Nest, another Shenandoah Conservatory club he's been a part of has been Hypnos, where he performed in "Lord of the Flies" as Bill, and considers that show one of his favorites ever. He will also be a part of the Hypnos Board in this upcoming school year. To close out the school year, he will also be performing in the second spring play EVERYBODY. Being a part of this team has been such a dream and a wonderful opportunity to explore directing and stage managing. All my thanks and love to my family -- Mom, Dad, Maddy, Alex -- and my best friends, Auguste and Cookie, for being by my side all year.


Cabe Parrish is a Senior BFA Musical Theatre major from Little Rock Arkansas. In addition to working on this beautiful show, Cabe is the Co-President of SU Hornets' Nest. She would like to thank all of you for your support of THE MAD ONES and this student group!


Zoe Anderson is a sophomore lighting design major and a board member of Hornets Nest! She is very excited to present this production of The Mad Ones. She found this show very fun and captivating and she’s happy to share it with an audience who may have never listened to this wonderful, cute little show.

Helloooo
BIO

BIO

Jaxon Allison is a sophomore Musical Theatre Major and is super excited to have been able to work on The Mad Ones! You may have recently seen him on the stage as Lancelot/etc. in Monty Python’s Spamalot, Aaron Shultz/Emmett and Warner U/S in Legally Blonde the Musical, and Benny in Rent at Shenandoah Conservatory. Jaxon is forever thankful to the Hornets Nest team for giving him this incredible opportunity and would like to give a special thanks to his significant other for putting up with him during this process.

Nico is so excited to be on the team as Assistant Director and Stage Manager for THE MAD ONES and work with Hornet's Nest for the first time! He is a freshman in the BFA Acting program, and it's been an incredible first year. Separate from Hornet's Nest, another Shenandoah Conservatory club he's been a part of has been Hypnos, where he performed in "Lord of the Flies" as Bill, and considers that show one of his favorites ever. He will also be a part of the Hypnos Board in this upcoming school year. To close out the school year, he will also be performing in the second spring play EVERYBODY. Being a part of this team has been such a dream and a wonderful opportunity to explore directing and stage managing. All my thanks and love to my family -- Mom, Dad, Maddy, Alex -- and my best friends, Auguste and Cookie, for being by my side all year.


Cabe Parrish is a Senior BFA Musical Theatre major from Little Rock Arkansas. In addition to working on this beautiful show, Cabe is the Co-President of SU Hornets' Nest. She would like to thank all of you for your support of THE MAD ONES and this student group!


Zoe Anderson is a sophomore lighting design major and a board member of Hornets Nest! She is very excited to present this production of The Mad Ones. She found this show very fun and captivating and she’s happy to share it with an audience who may have never listened to this wonderful, cute little show.

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BIO

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Musical NumberS
"The Girl Who Drove Away" ...................................................................................................................................... Sam
"We’re Just in Your Mind" .............................................................................................. Sam, Kelly, Bev, Adam
"Freedom" ..................................................................................................................................................................... Sam, Kelly
"Ordinary Senior Year" ................................................................................................................................... Sam, Kelly
"My Mom is a Statistician" ............................................................................................................................. Sam, Bev
"Sam Failed Her Driver’s Test" ................................................................................. Sam, Kelly, Bev, Adam
"Top Ten" ........................................................................................................................................................................ Sam, Kelly
"Memory Jumble" ................................................................................................................................. Kelly, Bev, Adam
"Simple As That" ................................................................................................................................................. Sam, Adam
"The Proposal" .......................................................................................................................... Sam, Adam, Kelly, Bev
"There Was a Party" ........................................................................................................................................... Sam, Kelly
"The Mad Ones" ..................................................................................................................................................... Sam, Kelly
"Guidance Counselor" ......................................................................................................................................................... Bev
"I Know My Girl" .................................................................................................................................................. Bev, Adam
"Miles to Go" ................................................................................................................................................................................ Bev
"Say the Word" ..................................................................................................................................................... Sam, Adam
"Moving On" .............................................................................................................................. Sam, Kelly, Adam, Bev
"Go Tonight" ............................................................................................................................................................... Sam, Kelly
"Run Away with Me" ...................................................................................................................................................... Adam
"Drive" ............................................................................................................................................... Sam, Kelly, Bev, Adam
"I Didn’t Say Goodbye" .................................................................................................................................................. Kelly
"Remember This" ....................................................................................................................................... Sam, Kelly, Bev

Meet the Cast

Josie (Sam) is very excited to be a part of her first Hornets’ Nest production alongside her best friend Tzintli Cerda (Kelly). This show is so special and she is so grateful to share the stage with so many amazing people. She would like to thank her director Jaxon Allison and everyone else who has worked so hard on this show. She would also like to thank her parents and family for believing in her and always being so supportive in everything she does.

Tzintli Cerda is a sophomore MT major. She is so excited to be a part of her first hornets nest production. She is especially excited to be doing such a crazy fun show alongside her best friend Josie Pantoja. She wants to shout out her Mama and Papa for always being there for everything she is apart of!

Haidyn is so excited to return for her second production with Hornet's Nest. You saw her last year in Hornet’s Nest production of SPRING AWAKENING as Adult Woman. Haidyn is a senior at Shenandoah and is so happy that this is their last show here. She would like to thank her family for their constant support. Love you Mom and Dad!

Chris Agaliotis is a sophomore at Shenandoah Conservatory from Fernandina Beach, Florida, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre with a songwriting certificate. He is excited to make his Hornets Nest debut and would like to thank his friends at the conservatory for always supporting him. Recent performances include playing Alan Deluca in “A Chorus Line” at the Dr. Phillips Center and Arab in “West Side Story” at The Mac-Haydn Theatre. This summer, he will portray Doody in ""Grease"" at Woodstock Playhouse. Outside of theatre, Chris enjoys playing guitar, prompt nights, making music, watching animated series, and spending time outdoors. He is incredibly grateful for this opportunity!

Kira Sledge (u/s Sam, Kelly, Bev) is thrilled to be a part of her very first production at Shenandoah, Hornets Nest’s, The Mad Ones! She’d like to personally thank the production team, musicians, Hornets Nest team, crew, and the incredibly talented cast! She’s stoked for all of you to watch their hard work come to life! Enjoy the show!!

Julian (u/s Adam) is thrilled to make his debut in a Hornets’ Nest production! He was last seen on Shenandoah’s stage as Earl Hunterson in Waitress. It's been a pleasure to share new memories with this fantastically talented cast and creative team, and to get to know the sweet, vulnerable, fun character of Adam. This show, which takes place in a moment of hesitation (that can feel like hours), is so meaningful. Enjoy this journey of growth, grief, confidence, and decisions!

Josie (Sam) is very excited to be a part of her first Hornets’ Nest production alongside her best friend Tzintli Cerda (Kelly). This show is so special and she is so grateful to share the stage with so many amazing people. She would like to thank her director Jaxon Allison and everyone else who has worked so hard on this show. She would also like to thank her parents and family for believing in her and always being so supportive in everything she does.

Tzintli Cerda is a sophomore MT major. She is so excited to be a part of her first hornets nest production. She is especially excited to be doing such a crazy fun show alongside her best friend Josie Pantoja. She wants to shout out her Mama and Papa for always being there for everything she is apart of!

Haidyn is so excited to return for her second production with Hornet's Nest. You saw her last year in Hornet’s Nest production of SPRING AWAKENING as Adult Woman. Haidyn is a senior at Shenandoah and is so happy that this is their last show here. She would like to thank her family for their constant support. Love you Mom and Dad!

Chris Agaliotis is a sophomore at Shenandoah Conservatory from Fernandina Beach, Florida, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre with a songwriting certificate. He is excited to make his Hornets Nest debut and would like to thank his friends at the conservatory for always supporting him. Recent performances include playing Alan Deluca in “A Chorus Line” at the Dr. Phillips Center and Arab in “West Side Story” at The Mac-Haydn Theatre. This summer, he will portray Doody in ""Grease"" at Woodstock Playhouse. Outside of theatre, Chris enjoys playing guitar, prompt nights, making music, watching animated series, and spending time outdoors. He is incredibly grateful for this opportunity!

Kira Sledge (u/s Sam, Kelly, Bev) is thrilled to be a part of her very first production at Shenandoah, Hornets Nest’s, The Mad Ones! She’d like to personally thank the production team, musicians, Hornets Nest team, crew, and the incredibly talented cast! She’s stoked for all of you to watch their hard work come to life! Enjoy the show!!

Julian (u/s Adam) is thrilled to make his debut in a Hornets’ Nest production! He was last seen on Shenandoah’s stage as Earl Hunterson in Waitress. It's been a pleasure to share new memories with this fantastically talented cast and creative team, and to get to know the sweet, vulnerable, fun character of Adam. This show, which takes place in a moment of hesitation (that can feel like hours), is so meaningful. Enjoy this journey of growth, grief, confidence, and decisions!

Josie (Sam) is very excited to be a part of her first Hornets’ Nest production alongside her best friend Tzintli Cerda (Kelly). This show is so special and she is so grateful to share the stage with so many amazing people. She would like to thank her director Jaxon Allison and everyone else who has worked so hard on this show. She would also like to thank her parents and family for believing in her and always being so supportive in everything she does.

Tzintli Cerda is a sophomore MT major. She is so excited to be a part of her first hornets nest production. She is especially excited to be doing such a crazy fun show alongside her best friend Josie Pantoja. She wants to shout out her Mama and Papa for always being there for everything she is apart of!

Haidyn is so excited to return for her second production with Hornet's Nest. You saw her last year in Hornet’s Nest production of SPRING AWAKENING as Adult Woman. Haidyn is a senior at Shenandoah and is so happy that this is their last show here. She would like to thank her family for their constant support. Love you Mom and Dad!

Chris Agaliotis is a sophomore at Shenandoah Conservatory from Fernandina Beach, Florida, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre with a songwriting certificate. He is excited to make his Hornets Nest debut and would like to thank his friends at the conservatory for always supporting him. Recent performances include playing Alan Deluca in “A Chorus Line” at the Dr. Phillips Center and Arab in “West Side Story” at The Mac-Haydn Theatre. This summer, he will portray Doody in ""Grease"" at Woodstock Playhouse. Outside of theatre, Chris enjoys playing guitar, prompt nights, making music, watching animated series, and spending time outdoors. He is incredibly grateful for this opportunity!

Kira Sledge (u/s Sam, Kelly, Bev) is thrilled to be a part of her very first production at Shenandoah, Hornets Nest’s, The Mad Ones! She’d like to personally thank the production team, musicians, Hornets Nest team, crew, and the incredibly talented cast! She’s stoked for all of you to watch their hard work come to life! Enjoy the show!!

Julian (u/s Adam) is thrilled to make his debut in a Hornets’ Nest production! He was last seen on Shenandoah’s stage as Earl Hunterson in Waitress. It's been a pleasure to share new memories with this fantastically talented cast and creative team, and to get to know the sweet, vulnerable, fun character of Adam. This show, which takes place in a moment of hesitation (that can feel like hours), is so meaningful. Enjoy this journey of growth, grief, confidence, and decisions!

Josie (Sam) is very excited to be a part of her first Hornets’ Nest production alongside her best friend Tzintli Cerda (Kelly). This show is so special and she is so grateful to share the stage with so many amazing people. She would like to thank her director Jaxon Allison and everyone else who has worked so hard on this show. She would also like to thank her parents and family for believing in her and always being so supportive in everything she does.

Tzintli Cerda is a sophomore MT major. She is so excited to be a part of her first hornets nest production. She is especially excited to be doing such a crazy fun show alongside her best friend Josie Pantoja. She wants to shout out her Mama and Papa for always being there for everything she is apart of!

Haidyn is so excited to return for her second production with Hornet's Nest. You saw her last year in Hornet’s Nest production of SPRING AWAKENING as Adult Woman. Haidyn is a senior at Shenandoah and is so happy that this is their last show here. She would like to thank her family for their constant support. Love you Mom and Dad!

Chris Agaliotis is a sophomore at Shenandoah Conservatory from Fernandina Beach, Florida, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre with a songwriting certificate. He is excited to make his Hornets Nest debut and would like to thank his friends at the conservatory for always supporting him. Recent performances include playing Alan Deluca in “A Chorus Line” at the Dr. Phillips Center and Arab in “West Side Story” at The Mac-Haydn Theatre. This summer, he will portray Doody in ""Grease"" at Woodstock Playhouse. Outside of theatre, Chris enjoys playing guitar, prompt nights, making music, watching animated series, and spending time outdoors. He is incredibly grateful for this opportunity!

Kira Sledge (u/s Sam, Kelly, Bev) is thrilled to be a part of her very first production at Shenandoah, Hornets Nest’s, The Mad Ones! She’d like to personally thank the production team, musicians, Hornets Nest team, crew, and the incredibly talented cast! She’s stoked for all of you to watch their hard work come to life! Enjoy the show!!

Julian (u/s Adam) is thrilled to make his debut in a Hornets’ Nest production! He was last seen on Shenandoah’s stage as Earl Hunterson in Waitress. It's been a pleasure to share new memories with this fantastically talented cast and creative team, and to get to know the sweet, vulnerable, fun character of Adam. This show, which takes place in a moment of hesitation (that can feel like hours), is so meaningful. Enjoy this journey of growth, grief, confidence, and decisions!

Josie (Sam) is very excited to be a part of her first Hornets’ Nest production alongside her best friend Tzintli Cerda (Kelly). This show is so special and she is so grateful to share the stage with so many amazing people. She would like to thank her director Jaxon Allison and everyone else who has worked so hard on this show. She would also like to thank her parents and family for believing in her and always being so supportive in everything she does.

Tzintli Cerda is a sophomore MT major. She is so excited to be a part of her first hornets nest production. She is especially excited to be doing such a crazy fun show alongside her best friend Josie Pantoja. She wants to shout out her Mama and Papa for always being there for everything she is apart of!

Haidyn is so excited to return for her second production with Hornet's Nest. You saw her last year in Hornet’s Nest production of SPRING AWAKENING as Adult Woman. Haidyn is a senior at Shenandoah and is so happy that this is their last show here. She would like to thank her family for their constant support. Love you Mom and Dad!

Chris Agaliotis is a sophomore at Shenandoah Conservatory from Fernandina Beach, Florida, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre with a songwriting certificate. He is excited to make his Hornets Nest debut and would like to thank his friends at the conservatory for always supporting him. Recent performances include playing Alan Deluca in “A Chorus Line” at the Dr. Phillips Center and Arab in “West Side Story” at The Mac-Haydn Theatre. This summer, he will portray Doody in ""Grease"" at Woodstock Playhouse. Outside of theatre, Chris enjoys playing guitar, prompt nights, making music, watching animated series, and spending time outdoors. He is incredibly grateful for this opportunity!

Kira Sledge (u/s Sam, Kelly, Bev) is thrilled to be a part of her very first production at Shenandoah, Hornets Nest’s, The Mad Ones! She’d like to personally thank the production team, musicians, Hornets Nest team, crew, and the incredibly talented cast! She’s stoked for all of you to watch their hard work come to life! Enjoy the show!!

Julian (u/s Adam) is thrilled to make his debut in a Hornets’ Nest production! He was last seen on Shenandoah’s stage as Earl Hunterson in Waitress. It's been a pleasure to share new memories with this fantastically talented cast and creative team, and to get to know the sweet, vulnerable, fun character of Adam. This show, which takes place in a moment of hesitation (that can feel like hours), is so meaningful. Enjoy this journey of growth, grief, confidence, and decisions!
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Meet the Orchestra

Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
Instagram: zoiefoster.piano

Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!


Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
Instagram: zoiefoster.piano

Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!


Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
Instagram: zoiefoster.piano

Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!


Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
Instagram: zoiefoster.piano

Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!


Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
Instagram: zoiefoster.piano

Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!


Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
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Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!


Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
Instagram: zoiefoster.piano

Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!


Zoie Foster is a sophomore Musical Theatre Accompanying major from sunny Phoenix, Arizona. A classically trained pianist turned musical theatre musician, she is thrilled to be music directing her first production! THE MAD ONES has given Zoie the perfect space to grow as a musician and music director. She would like to thank Hornets' Nest for the opportunity and a special thank you to her friends, family and Patrick Brady for their support and encouragement throughout this process. Zoie is a proud member of Maestra.
Instagram: zoiefoster.piano

Brynn Olden is a classically trained harpist who has performed around the state of Virginia and beyond. She is equally comfortable playing ensemble music, solo repertoire, and orchestral repertoire. She began her studies with the harp at the age of 14 under David Crookston, playing at venues such as retirement facilities, hospitals, and concert halls since the beginning of her musical journey. Currently, she is pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she is studying with Lynnelle Ediger. Since beginning her studies at Shenandoah, she has been presented with great opportunities such as playing with the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and even traveling abroad to England to record former Royal Harpist Claire Jones’ 2K+ Fusion album in an ensemble of harpists at Abbey Road Studios. In 2023, Olden was invited to tour different cities around Argentina and perform Mahler’s Symphony No.5, featuring the beloved fourth movement; Adagietto. Olden is dedicated to sharing a memorable musical experience with a variety of audiences.

Katie Hicks (she/her) is playing viola in The Mad Ones pit. She is a third year Musical Theatre Accompanying and Music Production double major. Her past credits at Shenandoah University include Keys 2 in Pippin, Violist in Spring Awakening, Studio Recording Engineer in Waitress, and Keys 2/Rehearsal Pianist in Spamalot. Earlier this semester she also served as Associate Music Director/Keys in a production of Into The Woods. She is so grateful for this opportunity to work with these incredible musicians and performers, and to pursue the career she loves. She wants to thank her family, friends and teachers for their immense support!

Produced by
The Hornets' Nest Artistic Board
Cabe Parrish
Co-President
Erin Shields
Co-President
Josh Tregre
Production Music Manager
Payton Goodwin
Marketing/Concert Producer
Vivienne Gianneschi
Fundraising Team
Zoie Foster
Music Representative
Zoe Anderson
Technical Representative
Jackson Chase
Secretary
Emerson Riley
Freshman Producer
Olivia Zenetzis
Freshman Producer
Griffin Small
Freshman Producer
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