Steel Magnolias - August 11 - August 12, 2023

Richland County Performing Arts Center

 Who's Who 

  • Aleaha Lacoax head shot

    Aleaha Lacoax

    as Izzy from "Single Bullet Theory"

    Aleaha is an RCHS student who most recently played the role of Poor Old Woman in the Drama 101 play Bedtime Stories.  Aleaha enjoys many expressions of art, such as taxidermy, poetry, and visual arts. She plans to become a middle school teacher in the future. Tonight, Aleaha is enjoying the role of Izzy from Single Bullet Theory.

  • Mindy Large head shot

    Mindy Large

    as Janice Van Meter

    Mindy is debuting on the RCPAC stage after being involved in a variety of high school activities including band and theater. She is a 2006 graduate of East Richland High School. a mom and an entrepreneur. She is family oriented and loves spending time with her son, Taylor. In our production, she is especially active in hair, makeup, and costuming. Mindy plays Janice Van Meter, the Mayor's wife.

  • Maggie McKnight head shot

    Maggie McKnight

    as Truvy Jones

    Maggie is a staple in the RCPAC, having been part of nearly every production since her own high school theater days. Maggie is a 2008 gradutation of Richland County High School, and currently serves as the assistant director for RCHS Musicals. In her time outside the theater, Maggie enjoys spending time with her husband, Adam, her daughter, June, and pets Cash and Flerken. Tonight, Maggie is thrilled to channel her idol, Dolly Parton, as Truvy.

  • Olyvia Waltz head shot

    Olyvia Waltz

    as Nancy Beth Marmillion

    Olyvia is thrilled to be a part of Steel Magnolias! This is her second time on stage after Bedtime Stories (Told By Our Dad) (Who Messed Them Up). She is our props master, and spends most rehearsals in the shed searching for treasures. She also plays Nancy Beth Marmillion, Chinquapin’s own Miss Merry Christmas! Just don’t let Olyvia’s dad know about Nancy’s reputation…

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