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Karina May
as Anne Shirley
Karina is 12 years old and a seventh grader at Pacific. She is delighted to be playing her second orphan role (she played Pepper last year in Annie Jr). When she is not performing in musicals or choir, she is buried in a thick book, hanging out with friends, or wrestling with her two brothers. She is so grateful for the school-day show she attended five years ago that started this journey.
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Emily Warner
as Marilla Cuthbert
Emily is an 18 year old senior at Union High School, who also takes part in the running start program at Clark College. She is thrilled to be playing Marilla! This is her 21st show with Journey. Some of her favorite roles include Tock in the Phantom Tollbooth Jr. and Chef Louis in Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. Emily also enjoys leadership, coffee, and quality time with friends. Enjoy the show!
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Jaden Torson
as Matthew Cuthbert
Jaden is 15 years old and in his sophomore year. This is his first show with Journey. His first stage experience was at age 11 when he was cast in a play written and directed by one of his peers. He has always loved acting and is an accomplished musician/composer. He also enjoys computer programming, spending time with his friends and being the best big brother to his three younger sisters.
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Thomas DeBartolo
as Gilbert Blythe
Thomas is a 15 year old sophomore. He is thrilled to be back with Journey having also appeared in Grimm Fairytales. He takes great joy in acting, singing, and dancing. In his spare time Thomas enjoys playing soccer, ping pong, and making new music with friends. He thanks his friends for their support and his parents and family for making this opportunity possible for him. Enjoy the show!
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Sophia Fortenberry
as Diana Barry
Sophia is 12 years old and thrilled to be playing another partner in crime as Diana, Anne’s best friend. You may have seen her as Becky in The Little Princess, or when she played the title role in Annie. Singing, acting, riding horses and doing art, all preferably with her amazing friends, are among her favorite activities. She is so grateful to God for blessing her with her Journey family!