Little Women: The Broadway Musical

Cast and Creative Team

THE CAST 

CAST BIOGRAPHIES

TRE BUTCHER (Mr. John Brooke / Sir Braxton) 
Tre is thrilled to be joining Charleston Stage for Season 49 as a 2nd year Resident Actor! Originally from Amarillo, TX, Tre recently graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a B.F.A in Musical Theatre. Previous credits include Avenue Q (Nicky), The Sound of Music (Rolf), Sense and Sensibility (Edward Ferrars), and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Chip). Tre is incredibly grateful to his family, friends, and professors for their continued support. Instagram: @tre-butcher

RYLEE COPPEL (Marmee March / Hag) 
Rylee is Charleston Stage's Director of Education and Engagement and Artistic Associate. Rylee has a Bachelor's in Vocal Performance from Ramapo College of NJ and a Master's in Integrated Arts and Education from the University of Montana plus 15 years of experience teaching voice, music, theatre, and dance. In addition to teaching, Rylee has performed regionally and internationally with such companies as: Sesame Street Live, Joey Casella Productions, Roxy Regional Theatre, and RWS and Associates. Charleston Stage credits include: Come From Away (Diane), Legally Blonde (Paulette), Fiddler on the Roof (Golde), Beautiful (Genie), Kinky Boots (Pat), Footloose (Vi Moore), Beauty and the Beast (Mrs. Potts), The Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-Time (Judy), Mamma Mia! (Donna), White Christmas (Tessie/Mrs. Snoringman), Sister Act (Sister Mary Patrick), and Avenue Q (Ensemble). Thanks to Ben and Vivian for being the best! 

CAMPBELL ELLA (Meg March / Clarissa) 
Campbell is thrilled to be making her debut at Charleston Stage for their 49th season! Originally from Knoxville, TN, Campbell recently graduated from James Madison University with a B.A. in Musical Theatre and minors in Honors and Nonprofit Studies. Some of her favorite credits include Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 (Natasha), The Light in the Piazza (Signora Naccarelli), Big Fish (Josephine Bloom), and Pippin (Company). She is incredibly grateful to her family for their continued support, the JMU MT 26ers, and the Knoxville Children's Theatre for instilling her passion for the arts. Follow Campbell here: campbellella.com / Instagram: @thecampbellella 
 

KELSIE ENGEN (Beth March / Rodrigo II)       
Kelsie couldn’t be happier to be back for another season at Charleston Stage! She grew up performing in the Seattle area, then graduated with her B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from the University of Utah. Some of her favorite credits include The Sound of Music (Liesl), Legally Blonde (Margot), A Christmas Carol (Belle), and A Year With Frog and Toad (Snail). She wants to give a big shout out to her mom and dad, brother, and friends for all of their support! Instagram: @kelsie.engen 

 
JACKSON GRIFFEE (Laurie Laurence) 
Jackson is stoked to be joining Charleston Stage for this wonderful production! He is a proud native of Mt. Washington, KY, and a recent B.F.A. in Musical Theatre graduate from Samford University. Performing from a very early age, some of Jackson’s favorite credits include Godspell (Jesus), Oklahoma! (Curly), Little Women (John Brooke), and The Lightning Thief Musical (Mr. D/Ares). Jackson wants to give a huge thank you and shout out to his family and friends who have loved and supported him along his way. All glory to God! Instagram: @jacksongriffee 

KAILEI HINTON (Amy March / Troll)
Kailei is so grateful to be a 2nd year Resident Actor here with Charleston Stage! She is originally from New Orleans, LA. She graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University, receiving her B.F.A. in Acting. You might recognize her from her roles in Season 48 including: Come From Away (Janice) and Sense and Sensibility (Fanny). Kailei sends all her love to her wonderful family, friends, and loved ones who have helped nurture her dreams! Instagram: @kaileiannhinton

CHASE JUSTER (Professor Bhaer) 
Chase is so excited to be joining Charleston Stage’s 49th season! Chase is originally from Wilmington, IL, and received his B.A. in Music Theatre with a minor in Choral Literature and Conducting from Carthage College. Previous credits include Nine (Guido Contini), Carrie: The Musical (Billy Nolan), Life is a Dream (Segismundo), and Dear Elizabeth (Robert Lowell). Chase is so grateful for the people who have made this opportunity possible. :)  IG: @chasejstr | www.chasejuster.com 

ALEXA NILES (Jo March) 
Alexa is so grateful to be returning to Charleston Stage for Season 49 as a 2nd Year Resident Actor! You may have seen her last season as Marianne in Sense and Sensibility, Schwartzy in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Caroline in A Christmas Carol! Other favorite credits include Avenue Q (Kate Monster), Into The Woods (The Witch), and Cabaret (Fraüline Kost). She received her B.F.A. in Musical Theatre in 2025 from Coastal Carolina University. Alexa would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their support in helping her become the artist she is today! Be in the know about Alexa on her Instagram: @alexaniles or visit her website: alexa-niles.com. 
 

RYAN JAMES RODRIGUEZ (Rodrigo / The Knight) 
Ryan is thrilled to be a part of the Season 49 Resident Actor Company here at Charleston Stage. He was born and raised in Long Island, NY, and is a recent graduate of SUNY Cortland’s B.F.A. in Musical Theater Program. Most recent credits include Topher/R&H Cinderella, Frank ‘n’ Furter in The Rocky Horror Show, and Moonface Martin in Anything Goes. He’d like to thank his family and friends for their never ending support. IG - ryanjamesrod

KATHY SUMMER (Aunt March / Mrs. Kirk) 
Kathy is thrilled to be back after performing in A Christmas Carol last year for Charleston Stage! Retired from a 38 year teaching career, Kathy is happy to spend more time with family, friends, and theatre! She is a member of the Village Repertory Company and has enjoyed performing many roles over the years at several theatres around town. Some favorites include, Grandmama Addams, Addam’s Family; Deb in Elf, the Musical, Mrs. Peacock in Clue: On Stage, and Yenta, Fiddler on the Roof. Other roles around town include Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd The Demon of Fleet Street, Mama Rose in Gypsy, The Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods, Marion Ames in Swingtime Canteen, Big Edie in Grey Gardens, June in Red and White Cash (Village Reparatory Company); Princess Puffer in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Katherine in Pippin (Footlight Theatre); Berthe in Pippin, and Sister Hubert in Nunsense (Flowertown Players). 

CAEDON VENNÉ (Mr. Laurence)
Caedon is thrilled to join the cast of Little Women! Select regional credits include Waitress (West Virginia Public Theatre); Charlie Price in Kinky Boots, Joseph in Joseph… Dreamcoat, and Telly in Godspell (Main Street Theatre Company); and The Wizard of Oz and A Broadway Musical Celebration (Pittsburgh CLO). Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Caedon is a published playwright (A Temporary Matter) and an alum of Pennsylvania Western University with dual degrees in Secondary Education and Mathematics. Eagle Scout, composer, and fervent D&D nerd, Caedon wishes to thank Charleston Stage, his friends and family, and Aubri. Online: caedonvenne.com | Instagram: @caedon.v

THE Creative team 

Creative team BIOGRAPHIES 
 

LAURA BLAND (Choreographer) 
Laura is an award-winning teacher, choreographer and director. Raised in a ballet studio setting, Laura developed a strong classical foundation and love for theater before expanding her training to embrace every style she could from contemporary and jazz to hip-hop and improv. Her choreography and costuming has earned top adjudications and awards at competitions. She also worked as Talent Development Director for an international talent-seeking agency. Her professional work includes projects for HBO, American Idiot: The Musical and more. Known for her creative vision and ability to inspire dancers of all levels, Laura is dedicated to fostering a supportive yet challenging environment where students can grow as artists and performers. Laura is thrilled to bring her expertise to the amazing Charleston Stage team, working to create innovative productions and cultivate well-rounded performers who are confident on stage and in life. Catch her locally at Stage Door Arts Academy and Dance Lab! 

MARYBETH CLARK (Director) 
Marybeth is in her twenty-eighth season with Charleston Stage, for the first 24 years she served as the Director of Education and Associate Artistic Director. This is her fourth season as Artistic Director. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA, and grew up in Tolland, CT. She has a degree in theatre/performance from the University of South Florida, where she later taught as an adjunct for two years. Read More Here  
 

CALEB S. GARNER (Lighting Designer) 
Caleb is an award-winning Lighting and Sound Designer based in Charleston. With extensive experience in Off-Broadway, regional, and educational theatre, his designs have earned him eight national and regional awards. A North Carolina native, Caleb holds a B.A. and B.F.A. from Catawba College and an M.F.A. from the University of Southern Mississippi. He is driven by a passion for artistic collaboration and is deeply grateful for the support of his colleagues, friends, and family. Currently, Caleb serves as the Resident Lighting Designer and TheatreWings Coordinator at Charleston Stage Company and is an adjunct lecturer in the Department of Theatre and Dance at the College of Charleston. See more of his work at www.calebsgarner.com or on Instagram @csgtheld 

VICTORIA LEATHERMAN (Stage Manager) 
Victoria is so excited to be working on Little Women with Charleston Stage! Since graduating from the College of Charleston in 2021, she has worked as a freelance stage manager and production manager for several companies up and down the East Coast. A few of her favorite credits include: Come From Away with Charleston Stage, Hair and Marry Me A Little with Weston Theater Company, Arabian Nights with Carolina Ballet Theatre, Spring Awakening and Sweet Charity with Stagedoor Manor, and Death of a Streetcar Named Virginia Woolf, Other Desert Cities, and Art with Lean Ensemble Theater. 
 

MICHAEL LOPEZ (Music Director) 
Michael, a Charleston native, is thrilled to be Charleston Stage's Resident Music Director, bringing with him years of local and international musical theatre experience. Michael has been with Charleston Stage since the spring of 2018 and had served as Assistant Music Director for several productions. For the past 13 years, Michael has also served as Associate Music Director at Bethany United Methodist Church in Summerville where he contributed to a thriving and diverse music program. Beyond the Lowcountry, he has traveled throughout the United States, Europe, and South America as a conductor and collaborative pianist for international music festivals and conferences. He has had such a joy working on Little Women: The Braodway Musical, and wants to give a huge thank you to his family and friends for their continual love and support! Enjoy the show everyone! :) Instagram: _williammichaelopez_ 

KYLA LYNCH (Assistant Stage Manager/Sound) 
Kyla is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful production of Little Women. Kyla has recently moved here from Jacksonville, FL. She will be attending the College of Charleston as a freshman this fall. Her previous productions at Charleston Stage include: Dial M for Murder, A Christmas Carol, Sense and Sensibility, and Come From Away. Kyla would like to thank her friends and family for their love and support. 
 

HAILEE MEOLA-SELBY (Properties Designer) 
Hailee is a South Carolina local who received her B.A in Theatre from the College of Charleston where she also served as a Prop Manager for three years. Hailee has worked across the country, including First Stage in Milwaukee and Central City Opera in Colorado, where she has worked on a diverse range of productions, from intricate operas to engaging children's theater. Hailee initially joined Charleston Stage in Season 45 as a Carpenter and Prop Artist and began Season 47 with her new role as Properties Manager. Hailee extends her heartfelt thanks to her friends and family for their unwavering support.

HAYLEY O'BRIEN (Costume Designer) 
Originally from South Florida, Hayley graduated from Florida State University with a Masters of Fine Arts in Costume Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre. Her recent credits at Charleston Stage include: Come From Away, The Sound of Music, Legally Blonde, Purlie Victorious, and Fiddler on the Roof. Other credits at Charleston Stage include Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Clue: Onstage and Kinky Boots. This is her 6th season with Charleston Stage and shelooks forward to future productions ahead. Hayley would like to thank her family, friends, and the whole Nadeau crew for all their love and support! 
 

CODY TELLIS RUTLEDGE (Scenic Designer) 
Cody (He/Him/His) is originally from McMinnville, TN and is a current 3rd year M.F.A. Lighting/Scenic candidate at UConn. He graduated from the University of Memphis with a B.F.A. in Theatre with a double emphasis in Musical Theatre and Technical Production. Cody is excited to be back again with his Charleston family designing for Little Women: The Broadway Musical and The Wizard of Oz. Last season Cody designed for Sense and Sensibility, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Come From Away. Past favorite designs at Charleston Stage include Of Mice and Men, Blithe Spirit, The Hungry Caterpillar Show, and JFK and Inga Binga. Feel free to follow him on Instagram @rutledgescenicdesign and @rutledgelightingdesign to see more of his work across the country or visit his website rutledgescenicdesign.com for more. Thanks to MB, Ashley, Ravyn, Caleb, and the entire shop! 

ELLA SCHRECKER (Assistant Stage Manager) 
Ella is thrilled to return for her 7th show with Charleston Stage! After graduating from the TheatreWings program, Ella took her studies to the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), where she majors in Stage Management. Charleston credits include Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Fiddler on the Roof, and The Prom, along with various productions through Spoleto Festival USA. When not working in the wings, Ella dances in the Lowcountry and in Cincinnati's SHIFT Dance Club. She is super excited to be back with her favorite people, and she is always grateful to MB and Ashley for keeping her around! Instagram: @ella.schrecker 

LUKE WALCHUK (Sound Designer) 
Luke has worked in the live sound industry in one form or another since 2004. He gained experience in cruise ship entertainment, amusement parks, live music, and corporate audio before deciding that theatre was the most creatively fulfilling work he could be doing. He went on to earn a Master of Fine Arts in Sound Design and is especially happy to be here at Charleston Stage.

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