THE BFG (Big Friendly Giant)

Cast Bios

Noah King-Bates (Guy, Fleshlumpeater, Mr.Tibbs, Headmaster) this is his third SRT performance for the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre. He has also been in two Traveling Troupe shows here. Noah was an active performer of East Kentwood’s stage starring in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Pinocchio, and Guys and Dolls. He is a recipient of the Barbara S. Wepman scholarship for theatre and plans to attend Western Michigan University, where he will study Theatre and Performing Arts for his minor.

Aaron Mark Cole (Daniel/Bloodbottler/Classmate/Ronald Simkins/Head of Army) is so excitedto be returning not only to Civic’s stage but also to SRT for his second year. Last year Aaron performed in SRT’s Sleeping Beauty as a Tylweth Teg. His school performances include Oklahoma! (Jud Fry) at Crestwood Middle School and, The Breakfast Club (Brian Johnson) at East Kentwood High School where he will be a junior this year. Aaron also took an advanced acting class at East Kentwood High School.

Moriah Dee (Rebecca, Gizzardgulper, Queen of Sweden, Undermaid) is appearing on the Civic stage for the first time but she is no stranger to the stage. Moriah will be a Junior next year and is currently homeschooled. Last summer Moriah appeared in Willy Wonka (Mrs. Bucket/Candy Kid) and Chronicles of Narnia, The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe (Bear) with Life Light Youth Theatre in St. Louis.

Lucile Elizabeth (Katherine/Meatdripper/Mary) is appearing on the Civic stage for her very first time, but she is no stranger to stage. Lucy is a senior at Grand Rapids Montessori where she has appeared in several shows, including Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Alice in Wonderland, Register Here, and Tom Sawyer.

Annie Livingston (Sam/Bonecruncher/Sam Simkins/ Head of the Air Force) is thrilled to be appearing on the Civic Stage for the very first time. She last appeared on a stage as Ms. Hannigan in Annie Jr. for the Grand Rapids Youth Theatre. She is currently a freshman at East Grand Rapids High School.

Rachel Sironen (Sophie) is ecstatic to be back at Civic. She appeared in the Traveling Troupe’s Tales of Molly Malloy. Rachel attends Kenowa Hills High School where she just appeared in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She is also a student of the Grand Rapids Civic School of Theatre Arts where she has been taking classes and attending camps since 2001. Rachel is also involved with Christ Lutheran Church where she appeared as a peasent in Reformation and has sung in the Jr. Choir and was part of their annual musicals. At Orchard Hill Reformed Church, Rachel appeared in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Rishalina and the River.

Hannah Keiran Skok (Mum/Childchewers/Miss Plumridge/Queen of England) is happy to be back at the Civic for another acting adventure. Hannah’s past experiences with the Civic include: Tales of Molly Malloy and Sleeping Beauty in 2009. Hannah is a lifeguard and swim instructor for the Kentwood Public Schools.

Charles Streidl (Dad/BFG) is a junior at East Grand Rapids High School where he has appeared in numerous shows including: Our Town, 24-Hour Theatre, The Villainous Shah of Shush or the Great Bottle-Neck Diamond, The Terezin Promise, State Fair, and The Open Window. He is also a member of his schools Thespian Society. Not only has Charles performed with school productions but he has also been involved with shows at The Grand Rapids Civic Theatre, such as Modern Romeo and Juliet, and Tales of Molly Malloy.