Meet the Cast
ABHIRAMI ARCHANA LINESH
Ensemble
Abhirami is a freshman in computer science and business. Making her debut at University Theatre, she has previously performed with Sri Saraswathi Nrithya Nilayam, Charlotte, NC in Bhavayami Raghuramam, Shivam, and as Murugan in Valli Thirumanam. She would like to thank her family and friends who continue to encourage and support her passion for theatre. Abhirami hopes you all enjoy the show!
BRIANNA BERNHARDT
Ensemble | Dance/Movement Captain
Brianna is a freshman in psychology with a minor in theatre. She has previously performed with University Theatre as Bisset in Jekyll & Hyde. Other theatre organizations Brianna has been involved with include Mooresville High School Performing Arts, Mooresville Community Children’s Theatre, and Davidson Community Players. She would like to thank her loving family and supportive friends for their encouragement in her passion for performing. Brianna hopes you enjoy the show!
KIRA LEE BRITT
Lady Anabella Byron
Kira is a sophomore in communication with a media concentration and a minor in German. She is thrilled to be a member of this electric cast, which itself resembles an engine! This is her second production with University Theatre, as she previously was a Swing for the February production of Jekyll & Hyde. Making her onstage debut as Anabella Byron, she’s grateful for the opportunity to play a part in the whimsical world of Ada and the Engine.
BRINLEY CARTER
Ensemble | Fight/Intimacy Captain
Brinley is a sophomore in communication media. Her musical theatre career started at Debbie’s Angels Productions when she was twelve, but her involvement with University Theatre began her freshman year when she ‘swung’ in the shows Urinetown and Muse. Recently however, she made her debut at University Theatre as Mrs. Bumbrake in Peter and the Starcatcher, assistant directed Jekyll & Hyde, and is now excited to be dancing again in Ada and the Engine. She hopes you all enjoy the show!
NICOLE COOPER-WILLIAMS
Ensemble
Nicole is a freshman in design studies. She first debuted in University Theatre performing as Sánchez in Peter and the Starcatcher. She would like to thank her family and friends who continue to encourage and support her passion for theatre. Nicole hopes you all enjoy the show!
CHLOE DEXTER
Lady Ada Byron Lovelace
Chloe is a junior in anthropology and minoring in theater. They have performed in multiple shows at University Theatre including Tilly in She Kills Monsters, Nellie in the musical Jekyll & Hyde, and Betty in The Crucible. Chloe would like to thank their family and friends who continue to encourage and support their passion for theatre! 01100101 01101110 01101010 01101111 01111001 00100000 01110100 01101000 01100101 00100000 01110011 01101000 01101111 01110111 00100000 00001010
ANGELA N. FARMER
Ada Swing
Angela is a sophomore in chemistry. She is making their debut at University Theatre. Previous show credits include Taylor in High School Musical 2. She would like to thank her family and friends who continue to encourage and support her passion for theatre. Angela hopes you all enjoy the show!
BRAYDEN SPENCER HEARN
Charles Babbage
Brayden is a sophomore in art studies. He has performed in multiple shows at University Theatre inclusive Lord Aster in Peter and the Starcatcher and Spider in Jekyll & Hyde. He wants to thank everyone for coming to see the show and hopes you all enjoy!
SOLOMON HILL
Lord Lovelace
Soloman is a freshman in the Life Sciences First Year program. They are making their debut at University Theatre. Previous show credits include Mason in John Proctor is the Villain (Cape Fear Community College), Linus in Charlie Brown (Cape fear Community College), and Ensemble in Ragtime (Opera House Theatre Company). They would like to thank their family and friends who continue to encourage and support their passion for theatre. Solomon hopes you all enjoy the show.
QUINN KINSER
Ensemble
Quinn is a freshman in environmental science. This is her second show with University Theatre as she recently debuted as an ensemble member in Jekyll & Hyde. She would love to thank her friends and family for their rampant support of her passion for theatre and the wonderfully welcoming University Theatre community for this opportunity; she couldn’t have asked for a better cast and crew to work with. Quinn hopes you enjoy the show!
CONNOR MARTINEZ
Babbage, Lovelace, and Byron Swing
Connor is a sophomore in psychology. He is making his debut at University Theatre. He would like to thank the director and fellow cast members for all the love and support and for giving him this amazing opportunity, which made him realize his passion for theater. Connor hopes you all enjoy the show!
CONSTANTINA ANASTASIA PAPPAS
Ensemble
Constantina is a freshman in elementary education. She is from Long Island, NY with a huge love for being on the stage! This is her second show with University Theatre, as you may have seen her onstage in Peter and the Starcatcher (Ensemble)! Her most memorable roles throughout the years are Vivienne Kensington in Legally Blonde! and Jan in Grease! She would like to thank her family and friends on and off the stage for everything they’ve done and will continue to do for her!
BECKET PATTERSON
Lord Byron
Becket is a sophomore in marine science. He is making his theatrical debut at University Theatre as Lord Byron in Ada and the Engine.
LUCY ROSEMAN
Anabella, Sommerville, and Ensemble Swing
Lucy is a freshman in criminology and English. She is making her debut at University Theatre. Previous show credits include ensemble in Frozen Jr., ensemble in Seussical Jr., and the Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland Jr. Lucy would like to thank her friends and family for encouraging and supporting her passion of theatre. She hopes you all enjoy the show!
DASHA ROYAL
Mary Somerville
Dasha is a freshman in international studies. She has performed in multiple shows at University Theatre including Hawking Clam in Peter and the Starcatcher, crew in Jekyll & Hyde. She would like to thank her family and friends who continue to encourage and support her passion for theatre. Dasha hopes you all enjoy the show.