JAMES ODEGAARD LORD PINKLETON James is thrilled to be making his debut on the TCR stage ! His most recent productions have been with the New Minowa Players up in Decorah , IA , where he was fortunate enough to play the haunting role of Gabe in Next to Normal and Narrator / Not Dead Fred / The Minstrel / Prince Herbert in Spamalot . James would like to thank the whole crew at TCR for brightening up his pandemic – something that seemed truly ' impossible .'
SOPHIA PARKER ENSEMBLE / FEATURED DANCER / RACOON Sophia is ecstatic to be a part of this production of Cinderella ! This is her second mainstage performance here at TCR , previously performing in Elf the Musical . Sophia ' s many years of attending theatre camps at TCR ignited her joy for performing . Outside of TCR Sophia enjoys showchoir , band , school theatre , and hanging out with her friends . Sophia is very grateful for the cast and crew and for all of the new friends she has made .
KALEB SMITH ENSEMBLE / FEATURED DANCER Kaleb is excited to be back on the TCR stage after performing in Matilda the Musical and participating in the Underground Play Festival . Favorite role of all time is playing Fritz in The Nutcracker with the Dancer ’ s Edge dance studio . Kaleb would like to thank this wonderful cast and crew for an amazing experience . Enjoy the show !
ADAM TIMKO JEAN-MICHEL Adam recently relocated to Iowa City and is thrilled to be in his first production with TCR ! Fresh out of Memphis , Adam ' s most recent role was Jeanette in The Full Monty . Adam is currently a member of The Peak Agency and is a carpenter / tech assisstant with TCR . He would love to thank Loren and his parents for all their love and support and for the cast and crew for being so welcoming .
SASHA TYLER ENSEMBLE / FEATURED DANCER Sasha a senior at the University of Iowa studying theatre on the musical theatre track . She is an Iowa native and has worked with numerous companies in the area . This is her second show with TCR . Happy and safe holiday wishes to all .
TRICIA WAECHTER MADAME Tricia is beyond grateful to be returning to the TCR stage to play the role of Madame . Most memorable and impactful roles for Tricia include Helen Bechdel in Fun Home at Giving Tree Theatre and Edith Frank in The Diary of Anne Frank at TCR . Tricia would like to acknowledge her husband , three children , extended family and friends who are unwavering supporters of her theatre passion . Tricia feels so lucky to be a part of this beautiful cast and crew , it has been a truly magical experience .