Hairspray

Hairspray - November 03 - November 05, 2017

Arena Fair Theater

Who's Who

Jamie Bando

as Velma Von Tussle

Jamie is delighted to be doing another Arena Fair show with such a talented cast and crew. She has performed most recently in Maternal Instincts with the Eclipse Theater Company. She is excited to be acting with her good friend again, Anthony Chaffin. She thanks her Mother for giving her the talent and love of the Arts. Lastly, and always, she thanks her loving and supportive Husband, Dante.
Leslie Brown

as TV Crew/Ensemble

Leslie has been acting since the age of 15. Her first show was children's hour. Since then, she has performed in many theatrical, commericial and film productions. Her favorite part was Flo in the Odd Couple. Leslie has her own murder mystery troupe. Leslie's last gig was a scientist at Universal in Jurassic Park.
Francine Butler

as Motormouth Maybelle

Usually found on the production side, this is Francine's third performance with Arena Fair: Jesus Christ Superstar, Love Letters. She enjoys being part of the choreographer corps, and acting with her fellow cast members. Shout out to her husband, Mark, for keeping her grounded, to Clay Thomson for helping her prepare songs, and to her TOPS group for helping her with her weight management goals.
Anthony Chaffin

as Edna Turnblad

Anthony is thrilled to join the cast and crew of Hairspray as Edna Turnblad. He is excited to be participating in his first ever musical and to be joined by his sister Amy Weimer and dear friend Jamie Bando. He wants everyone to remember, "There is no TONY award for best SINGER in a musical, only best actor." Thanks to his mom and dad for always buying in on this crazy acting thing!
Andrew Chidester

Asst. Stage Manager

This is Andrew's fifth production with Arena Fair Theater. Andrew has been a part of stage crew for Jesus Christ Superstar, 1776, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, & Godspell. He looks forward to working on more shows with Arena Fair, and plans to continue with stage crew throughout high school (WKHS).