Meet the Cast of Frozen Jr.
| Artistic Director | Lori Stokes |
| Co-Director | Courtney Stokes |
| Music Director | Nancy Godfrey |
| Choreographer | Juliane Godfrey |
| Young Anna |
Elizabeth Surridge |
| Young Elsa |
Kaia Liu |
| King Agnarr | Neil Basu |
| Queen Iduna | Bella Sandoval |
| Pabbie | Gracie Wagner |
| Bulda | Ella Lym |
| Middle Anna | Sydney Freeman |
| Middle Elsa | Amanda Lee |
| Bishop | Thomas Gallagher |
| Housekeeper | Morgan Oviatt |
| Butler | Benjamin Chen |
| Handmaiden | Madeline Weston |
| Cook | Bree Shennum |
| Anna | Valerie Golobic |
| Elsa | Aleshani Altan |
| Kristoff | Garrison Garcia |
| Sven | Russell Lym |
| Hans | Brian Loh |
| Steward | Benjamin Chen |
| Duke of Weselton | Ahyan Zaman |
| Olaf | Ishaan Wankhade |
| Oaken | Christopher Apy |
| Mrs. Oaken | Gemma Krotz |
Townspeople
Christopher Apy, Savannah Cannon, Kaylee Chang, Benjamin Chen, Howard Chen, Lily Davis, Lucas Gallagher, Thomas Gallagher, Bernadette Gamboa, Garrison Garcia, Lillian Jenkins, Gemma Krotz, Katherine Lamont, Rachel Lee, Brian Loh, Adalyn Lowe, Ella Lym, Russell Lym, Valerie Moser, Mia Nite, Hannah Oviatt, Morgan Oviatt, Bree Shennum, Trishia Trammel, Gracie Wagner, Alex Walleman, Teagan Walker, Ishaan Wankhade, Madeline Weston, Max Weston, Jillian Yee-Bowen, Ahyan Zaman, Olivia Zhang
Castle Staff
Benjamin Chen, Howard Chen, Lucas Gallagher, Bernadette Gamboa, Gemma Krotz, Katherine Lamont, Adalyn Lowe, Morgan Oviatt, Bree Shennum, Madeline Weston, Jillian Yee-Bowen, Olivia Zhang
Snow Dancers
Lily Davis, Gemma Krotz, Amanda Lee, Ella Lym, Mia Nite, Jillian Yee-Bowen
Snow Chorus
Christopher Apy, Neil Basu, Katherine Lamont, Valerie Moser, Hannah Oviatt, Morgan Oviatt, Isabella Sandoval, Bree Shennum, Trishia Trammel, Gracie Wagner, Madeline Weston, Max Weston
Hidden Folk
Christopher Apy, Savannah Cannon, Kaylee Chang, Benjamin Chen, Lily Davis, Thomas Gallagher, Bernadette Gamboa, Garrison Garcia, Lillian Jenkins, Gemma Krotz, Katherine Lamont, Rachel Lee, Adalyn Lowe, Ella Lym, Russell Lym, Valerie Moser, Mia Nite, Hannah Oviatt, Morgan Oviatt, Bree Shennum, Trishia Trammel, Gracie Wagner, Alex Walleman, Teagan Walker, Ishaan Wankhade, Madeline Weston, Max Weston, Jillian Yee-Bowen, Olivia Zhang
Summer Chorus
Howard Chen, Sydney Freeman, Lucas Gallagher, Bernadette Gamboa, Lillian Jenkins, Kaia Liu, Adalyn Lowe, Elizabeth Surridge, Olivia Zhang
Oaken’s Family
Savannah Cannon, Kaylee Chang, Benjamin Chen, Howard Chen, Sydney Freeman, Lucas Gallagher, Thomas Gallagher, Bernadette Gamboa, Lillian Jenkins, Rachel Lee, Kaia Liu, Adalyn Lowe, Elizabeth Surridge, Teagan Walker, Ahyan Zaman, Olivia Zhang
Aleshani Altan (Elsa) is excited to join StarStruck Theatre for her sixth mainstage production. She is so honored to be a part of StarStruck’s return to the Ohlone theater! Some of her favorite roles include Vivienne Kensington in Legally Blonde Jr. and Specialty Dancer in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. She thanks the cast, crew, and you for your support, and hopes you enjoy the show!
Christopher Apy (Mr. Oaken) is thrilled to be back on StarStruck mainstage (previously played James in James and the Giant Peach). Professional credits: Michael in Peter Pan (6-month run with Broadway in the Canyon in Utah), Ralphie in A Christmas Story (Berkeley Playhouse), Noah in Caroline or Change (Ray of Light Theatre), Nigel in Matilda the Musical (Contra Costa Musical Theatre), and Michael in Mary Poppins (Woodminster Theatre).
Neil Basu (King Agnarr) is excited to share this amazing performance with you! Neil’s favorite roles include Pumbaa in The Lion King Jr. (StarStruck) and Morris DeLancey in Newsies (StarStruck). He thanks all the staff and crew for their hard work on the show and hopes you enjoy it!
Savannah Cannon (Ensemble) is a 12-year-old who is thrilled for her first mainstage show with StarStruck. Favorite past roles are Turtle in Frog and Toad Kids, Piglet in Winnie the Pooh Kids and Magical Creature in Aladdin Kids (StarStruck summer camps). She would like to thank all of the brilliant staff working on the show, and all of the people who came to watch it. She hopes you like the show!
Kaylee Chang (Ensemble) is thrilled to share her first mainstage StarStruck performance with such talented and amazing people. Favorite past roles include Downy from Honk Jr. and Bulda from Frozen Jr. She thanks her family, friends, cast, and crew for supporting her and making this an amazing show. Enjoy!
Benjamin Chen (Ensemble) is excited to be performing onstage for his first mainstage musical. As of now, he has no credentials under his figurative belt, but he is eager to learn more. Ben thanks everyone involved with the musical (including you, Reader) and hopes that you enjoy the show!
Lily Davis (Specialty Dancer/Ensemble) is so excited to be a part of this show. Some of her favorite past roles include Tree/Ensemble in The Wizard of Oz (StarStruck mainstage), Sharpay in High School Musical Jr. (StarStruck class), and Boylan Sister/Ensemble in Annie Jr. (StarStruck camp). She is so grateful to everyone who has worked on the show and she hopes you enjoy it too!
Sydney Walker Freeman (Middle Anna/Ensemble) is excited to be in her fifth year at StarStruck! Her favorite past roles have been Mayor of Munchkinland in The Wizard Of Oz (StarStruck mainstage), Thomas Tuck in Tuck Everlasting (TheatreWorks Silicon Valley), and Pumbaa in The Lion King Kids (StarStruck Camp). She feels so lucky to be in a live show after such a long time away and can’t wait to help share with the audience what the talented crew and cast of Frozen Jr. have created.
Lucas Gallagher (Ensemble) This is Lucas’ second mainstage performance. Previous StartStruck shows include Lion King Kids (Mufasa) and Wizard of Oz (Ensemble). Lucas likes acting, singing, dancing and playing instruments. He is so excited to be back to performing on stage. He wants to thank the StarStruck staff and he hopes that you will enjoy the show.
Thomas Gallagher (Bishop, ensemble) This is Thomas’ first mainstage performance. Past productions include: Lion King Kids (Scar), Annie Jr. (Mr. Bundles) and Willie Wonka Kids (Mr. Bucket). Thomas has fun rehearsing for the show, and is always impressed when it all comes together. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Bernadette Gamboa (Ensemble) is happy to be in her first StarStruck mainstage. A couple of her past productions include Elephant and Piggie: We Are in a Play! (Piggie) and Mary Poppins (Jane Banks). She’s thankful for the cast and crew who’ve been working hard on this production of Frozen Jr.
Garrison Garcia (Kristoff) is 16 years old and is excited to be doing his sixth mainstage show with StarStruck Theater. His favorite roles that he has played before are The Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz and Kyle in Legally Blonde JR. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Valerie Golobic (Anna) is a junior at Irvington High School and is thrilled to be back in the theatre doing what she loves. Favorite past roles include Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, Elle Woods in Legally Blonde Jr., and Niki Harris in Curtains. She would like to thank the creative team, her family, and everyone who made an effort and came to support live theatre for the first time in forever!
Lillian Jenkins (Ensemble) is extremely excited to be in her first StarStruck mainstage show! She got the chance to play Timon in The Lion King Kids camp this summer, and Mouse in A Year with Frog and Toad Kids. She wants to thank her parents for supporting her in all of her many activities.
Gemma Maria Krotz (Mrs. Oaken/Specialty Dancer/Ensemble) feels so blessed to be back on stage after many months of quarantine because of Covid-19. This 14-year-old is very grateful to all educators who have kept her going and safe during this challenging time. Her favorite past productions include The Wizard of Oz (Ensemble/Specialty Dancer), Shrek the Musical (Ensemble/Tapper), James and the Giant Peach (Ensemble/Specialty Dancer), and Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (Wonka). Gemma thanks her parents, familia, teachers and friends, especially Ms. Marina Osiposva and the dancers of Osipova Ballet Academy, for supporting her every step of the way.
Katherine Lamont (Ensemble) is excited to return to live theatre for her second winter mainstage! Previously, she has played Mrs. Greer in Annie Jr. as well as a variety of ensemble roles! She thanks the wonderful cast, crew, and audience for helping bring about the return of live shows!
Amanda Lee (Middle Elsa) can’t conceal her excitement to be back on stage! Amanda has been dreaming about this role for what seems like forever! Her favorite past roles include Portia, the stepsister (Cinderella), Orphan Molly (Annie Jr.), Cruella De Vil (101 Dalmatians Kids), and Rafiki (Lion King Kids). Her interests include reading, writing, and debating. She wants to thank all the cast and crew for all their hard work in creating this fantastic production!
Rachel Lee (Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing in her second mainstage production, Frozen Jr.! Past productions include Shrek the Musical (Fairy), Annie Jr. (Kate), and The Lion King Jr. (Young Nala). Rachel would like to give a big thank you to the cast members, staff, and everyone else who has helped make Frozen Jr.a huge success. Enjoy the show!
Kaia Liu (Young Elsa/Ensemble) is thrilled to perform for you! Previous shows she has done are Wizard of Oz (Coroner, StarStruck Theatre) and James and the Giant Peach (Ensemble, StarStruck Theatre). Kaia hopes to see you there in the audience!
Adalyn Lowe (Ensemble) is elated to be cast in her first mainstage with StarStruck. Previously, she has been in Lion King Kids as Shenzi in a StarStruck camp, and has also been in the Nutcracker three times. She thanks everyone who worked on the show with her, and hopes you enjoy the show!
Brian Loh (Hans) is a Junior at Mission San Jose High School and is so excited to be performing once again at StarStruck. Past productions include Legally Blonde Jr. (Warner), The Wizard of Oz (Tin Man), and Newsies (Specs). He enjoys singing, playing the piano, and spending time with friends. He would like to give thanks to the cast and crew for bringing back live theatre despite all the setbacks, and he hopes that you enjoy the show!
Ella Lym (Bulda/Specialty Dancer) is beyond excited to be returning to the stage for the first time in forever! She is currently a junior at Mission San Jose High School and has been a part of StarStruck Theatre for 6 years. Favorite past productions include The Addams Family Young@Part (Wednesday Addams), Legally Blonde Jr. (Serena/Kiki), and Newsies (Ensemble). Lots of love to the hardworking staff, cast, and crew. Enjoy the show!!
Russell Lym (Sven) is stoked to finally be back on stage in StarStruck Theatre’s production of Frozen Jr! He currently attends Mission San Jose High School and loves to perform. Past main stage credits: Newsies (Les), Shrek the Musical (Gingy), and James and the Giant Peach (Ensemble). He thanks the cast, crew, and everyone else that helped with the production, and hopes you enjoy the show!
Valerie Moser (Ensemble) is a sixteen-year-old girl who is in love with all things singing and acting. Her favorite previous role was playing James in James and the Giant Peach. She would love to thank her friends and family for always supporting her.
Mia Nite (Ensemble/ Specialty Dancer) is sixteen years old and is currently a junior at Kennedy High School. She has been doing musical theatre since elementary school and has been dancing since she was 4 years old. This is her 9th StarStruck production, past mainstage shows include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Dream Chorus), James and the Giant Peach (Ensemble), Shrek the Musical (Ensemble/Tapper), Newsies (Specialty Dancer), The Wizard of Oz (Specialty Dancer). Mia is extremely grateful to be in another show with StarStruck and hopes you enjoy the production!
Hannah Oviatt (Ensemble) is excited to perform this Frozen Jr. performance to anyone who loves musical theatre. Some of her favorite past roles include: Sarabi in The Lion King Kids (Camp, StarStruck), and Witch 1 in Macbeth (Play Class, StarStruck). She wholeheartedly wants to thank the cast and crew for their hard work and support. Enjoy the show!!
Morgan Oviatt (Ensemble) is excited for her first StarStruck performance. She has done school choir for 6 years and then 4 years of church choir. She wants to thank the cast and crew for their hard work and her friends and family for their support. Enjoy the show!
Isabella “Bella” Grace Sandoval (Queen Iduna) is so excited for her first mainstage show at StarStruck Theatre! She has spent over four amazing years performing at SST amongst many amazing people! Some of her favorite roles have been Rafiki in The Lion King Kids (Elephant Graveyard cast) and Apple Seller/Maid in Annie Jr (4-week camp). She thanks cast, crew, her family, and friends for their support. Enjoy the show!
Bree Shennum (Ensemble) just moved to Fremont from Washington State this summer and is excited to start her California theater experience with StarStruck. Past performances include Comedy of Errors (Adriana), Alice in Wonderland (Mathilda/Rose), and Comedy of Errors (Lady Rowena). She thanks StarStruck for their warm welcome!
Elizabeth Surridge (Young Anna) is excited to share her first mainstage StarStruck performance alongside her talented castmates. When not acting, Elizabeth enjoys arts & crafts and gymnastics. She would like to thank the cast and crew who have worked hard to bring this production to life. Enjoy the show!
Trishia Trammel (Ensemble) is a sixteen-year-old girl who loves theater and everything musical. Previous shows that she has enjoyed were Bad Auditions by Bad Actors, Wizard of Oz (Tree), and Up to No Good the Musical. Thank you to everyone who has worked hard to get this production going through these tough times. Hope you enjoy the show!
Gracie Wagner (Pabbie) is a sixteen-year-old who is ecstatic to be able to perform for a live audience again. This is her second StarStruck show! Past StarStruck roles include Tree/Winkie/Ensemble in The Wizard of Oz (mainstage). She thanks the cast, crew, parents, and audience for making this an amazing experience!
Teagan Walker (Ensemble) is in her first mainstage StarStruck show and is excited to perform with her friends. Past favorite roles are Banzai in Lion King Kids (StarStruck camp), Cheshire Cat #3 in Alice in Wonderland, and Snail #3 in Frog & Toad (StarStruck). She thanks the crew, cast, and her family for their support and hopes you’ll enjoy the performance!
Alex Walleman (Ensemble) is thrilled to be in his second StarStruck mainstage show, after being Ensemble in The Wizard of Oz two years ago. Alex goes by all pronouns. When they aren’t doing theatre, they spend their time reading. She hopes you’ll enjoy the show as much as she does!
Ishaan Wankhade (Olaf) is excited to be in his first in-person mainstage show. His favorite past camp is The Lion King Kids, where he played Simba, and his first mainstage show was Addams Family, where he played Puglsey. He thanks everyone who worked on the show, and hopes you enjoy it!
Madeline Weston (Ensemble) is a homeschooled sophomore who enjoys walking dogs, riding horses, and reading books. This is Madeline’s seventh show with StarStruck. Past mainstage productions include: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Dream Chorus), James and the Giant Peach (Bitsy Botana, Ensemble), and Shrek The Musical (Dwarf, Ensemble). Madeline thanks everyone who helped put on this exciting show!
Max Weston (Ensemble) is a high school senior whose previous roles include Guard in Shrek The Musical, Dream Chorus in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and “5” in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (all by StarStruck). He has enjoyed working with such a talented and energetic cast and crew and he hopes you love the show.
Jillian Yee-Bowen (Specialty Dancer, Ensemble) grew up singing FROZEN songs and is so excited to be in her first StarStruck mainstage production. Past roles include July in StarStruck’s Annie Jr., Bonsai in Lion King Jr., and Mrs. Teavee in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. She is proud to be a part of the amazing cast and thanks family, friends and the StarStruck staff for this wonderful experience.
Ahyan Zaman (Weselton) is happy to be performing for the first time on the StarStruck Mainstage. His favorite past roles are Jave in Bloom (Centerville Junior High) and Mal in Addams Family (StarStruck). He can’t wait to be performing in front of a live audience, and hopes everyone enjoys the show!!
Olivia Zhang (Ensemble) is happy to have her first mainstage performance at StarStruck! Past roles have been Timon (Lion King Kids), Tessie (Annie Jr.), and Anita (101 Dalmatians Kids). She thanks everyone and wishes everyone to break a leg!