Miss Nelson Is Missing!

Cast and Creative Team

THE CAST 

*Member, Charleston Stage Resident Acting Company 

CAST BIOGRAPHIES

TRE BUTCHER (Morris) 
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. Tre recently appeared as Ensemble/Nikko the Flying Monkey in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Mr. John Brooke/Sir Braxton in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. Tre is also currently starring as Eugene Morris Jerome in Charleston Stage's Broadway Bound. 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 

CAMPBELL ELLA (Phoebe) 
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. Campbell recently appeared as Ensemble in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Meg March/Clarissa in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. 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 (Kimberly)       
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. Kelsie recently appeared as Ensemble in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Beth March in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. 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 (Raymond) 
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. Jackson recently appeared as Ensemble in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Laurie Laurence in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. 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 (Lavita)
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. Kailei recently appeared as Dorothy Gale in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Amy March in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. You might also 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 (Elvis) 
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. Chase recently appeared as the Cowardly Lion in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Professor Bhaer in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. 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 (Miss Nelson/Viola Swamp) 
Alexa is so grateful to be returning to Charleston Stage for Season 49 as a 2nd Year Resident Actor! You may have seen her recently as Jo March in Little Women: The Broadway Musical and 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 (George Jorgenson Jr.) 
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. Ryan recently appeared as the Tin Man in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Rodrigo/The Knight in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. 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

CAEDON VENNÉ (Principal Humleker / Detectice McSmogg)
Caedon is thrilled to join the cast of Miss Nelson Is Missing! Caedon recently appeared as Ensemble in Charleston Stage's The Wizarad of Oz and as Mr. Laurence in Little Women: The Broadway Musical. 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 
 

RYLEE COPPEL (Director) 
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, and over 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; Little Women: The Broadway Musical (Marmee March), Come From Away (Diane), Legally Blonde (Paulette), 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! 

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

JOSH MICCIO (Properties Designer) 
Josh is delighted to be back at Charleston Stage for the 49th Season. Recent Charleston credits include: The Wizard of Oz (Charleston Stage Company), A Christmas Carol (Charleston Stage Company), The Mousetrap (Footlight Players), Legally Blonde (Charleston Stage Company), and Shrek the Musical (Flowertown Players). Other notable regional credits: All's Well That End's Well, King Lear, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Richard III (Hip to Hip Theatre Company, NYC), The Tempest (The Secret Theatre, NYC), Puffs, The Wizard of Oz (Allenberry Playhouse, PA), Treasure Island (Open Stage of Harrisburg, PA), Ichabod Crane in ENCORE!! (National Tour - Chamber Theatre Company), The Shackleton Experience (International Tour – Leadership Masters), “Billions” (Showtime), “The Deuce” (HBO), and Disney’s Frozen 2/Saks 5th Avenue Windows Unveiling (Disney Parks Live Entertainment). Josh holds a B.F.A. from Marymount Manhattan College. He would like to extend his deepest gratitude to the cast, crew, his family, and most of all his fur baby, Cosmo! For EG. www.joshmiccio.com
 

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: The Wizard of Oz, 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 she looks forward to future productions ahead. Hayley would like to thank her family, friends, and the whole Nadeau crew for all their love and support!
 

ELAINA PRZYBYSZEWSKI (Scenic Designer) 
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WILL RUTKOWSKI (Stage Manager) 
Will (he/him/his) is Charleston Stage's Assistant Director of Education. Will was born and raised in Buffalo, NY before moving to SC in high school. Will attended the College of Charleston and graduated with a B.A. in Theatre with concentrations in Performance and Theatre for Youth. After graduating, Will toured the midwest with Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre for five years where he and his tour partner would mount a full fledged production for different groups of students every week! Since moving back to Charleston last year, you may have seen him performing downtown with both Charleston Stage and the Footlight Players in various productions. In his free time you can usually find him at home with his kitten, Bagel, playing video games, or watching movies with friends - some of his favorites include Pitch Perfect, Coco, and Funny Girl. Will is excited to embark on this new chapter! He is very thankful for all of the support, and encouragement from his family, friends and loved ones.

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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