Little Women

Elise is honored to join this amazing cast at TCC. She is currently finishing her first year studying Music Performance. She has previously performed in Junie B. Jones, Les Miserables, and Into the Woods. Elise began her undergraduate studies at the American University of Paris for a year before moving to Los Angeles where she studied guitar, voice and the art of high volume traffic driving. Outside of music she loves gardening and video games. Elise wouldn’t be here without the love and support from her family, her friend Jordan, and her dog Willow and cat Aelin. Elise is beyond grateful to play Jo March.

Charly Byrd is a first year music major at Tacoma Community College who has been singing and performing for many years. She plays the piano and guitar and plans to attend university as a vocal performance major. She has just returned from New York with choir members from TCC after performing at Carnegie Hall. Her joy comes from performing in the community with her peers and she is beyond excited to play Meg March in Little Women.

Keilana is a second year music major at TCC graduating with a specialization in vocal performance. She was one of the TCC choir members who travelled to New York to sing in Carnegie Hall in May 2026. Keilana previously performed in shows at Tacoma School of the Arts as Dr. Harper in Arsenic and Old Lace, ensemble in The Prom, Ms. White in Clue, and many roles in Shrek the Musical. She will be performing as Meg on June 13th and Clarissa on the 12th and 14th shows. Her personal favorite role is Clarissa. Whichever show you are here to see, she hopes you thoroughly enjoy!

At the age of 18, Kat moved to WA from Terre Haute, Indiana. Since she was two years old, she has explored various avenues of music such as performing, teaching piano, and accompaniment.

Kat is currently attending her second quarter at TCC for the direct transfer Music program. She is looks forward to future musical and performing projects.

Rachel is from Puyallup, WA. Rachel is in her second year as a music major student at TCC. Rachel plans to study at Pacific Lutheran University in fall 2026 for their Music Education program. They are excited to perform in their very first show as Beth March!

Born and raised in Tacoma WA, Jamea Reynolds always loved the spotlight. She has always had a passion for music, whether it's performing in talent shows, musicals, such as Footloose and Mean Girls, or singing karaoke on cruises.

Born in NYC, Ashley Hernandez-Rangel is happy to call Tacoma her new home. She is completing her prerequisites for TCC’s Imaging Science Degree. This will be Ashley’s first show and she is very thankful to be chosen to represent Marmee in the Little Women musical.

Born in Columbus, Ohio, Stephen was raised primarily in Seatte, and considers the Puget Sound home. He is in his third quarter at TCC, and plans to major in civil engineering and minor in music after transferring. Although he doesn't have any past experience in theater, he is very ecstatic to be playing Professor Bhaer.

Taking a chance from across the bridge, Bremertonian AJ Fronda has come to slay the stage. From a background of playing clarinet, to singing in chamber and jazz choir, and playing Warner in Legally Blonde The Musical at Olympic College, he’s had a fair share of music in his life. While working up to be a flight attendant, he’s ready to further his musical theater journey at TCC with the role of Laurie in Little Women The Musical.

Carson has called Tacoma home his whole life. He has dabbled in both acting and behind the scenes tech work in several productions. This is his second musical playing a grandfather. In the fall, he will be attending Pacific Lutheran University as an organ major!

Jessa Forsythe-Crane grew up in Portland, OR. A lifelong theater kid, she starred as Mr. Toad in a Wind in the Willows adaptation when she was 12; her parents think it's her best role to date. A consummate k-pop enthusiast, she works in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness at TCC. She is excited to return to the stage and hopes to get involved with local theater soon! Hi to Eric, Mama, Papa, Beth, and the Cube Farmers!

Craig is a second year music major at TCC. He plans to pursue a degree in Music for Vocal Performance at Pacific Lutheran University in the fall. He is excited to perform in his very first show as John Brooke!

Rhea McNamara grew up with a love of all things performance, and spent much of her teens working on and around the stage. A recent resident of Tacoma, she’s rededicated herself to her passion while pursuing an undergraduate degree of biology. She is very excited to get back under the stage lights as Mrs. Kirk in Little Women the Musical!

Raised in Longbranch WA, Sophia Hanson is a first year running start student, and plans to get her AA in art at TCC. She is excited to perform in her very first show as one of the hags!

Hannah Pebley was born and raised in Tacoma, WA. She has been in musicals and plays in high school but this is her first collegiate show. She is glad to play one of the hags in the ensemble!

Beza Medhane, known to most as Lily, has been participating in theater for about four years, and this is her fourth show to date. She graduated high school last year and is currently studying music at TCC; she hopes to pursue performance long-term. She has had so much fun working on this show as a part of its general ensemble, and she appreciates the experience she's gained as well as the peers she's gotten to know better.

Chae-young is a psychology student and this is her first show at TCC. She hopes to be involved with theater for the rest of her life. Chae-young would like to thank her parents and squad.

A native of Tacoma, Amy grew up participating in theater in Tacoma and now contributes as both a director and music director. She holds a bachelor of music from PLU and a masters of music from Colorado State University. She acts as much as she can, and sings with the Seattle Opera Chorus. Currently she teaches voice at Tacoma Community College and privately. This is her first production directing, and she's so grateful to everyone who has guided her along this path.

Originally from Federal Way, WA, Janet Killmer fell in love with the city of Tacoma over two decades ago when she opened a private music studio here and then made it her home. Janet recently assisted with musical direction for Little Women and is preparing a solo voice recital at TCC in November 2026!

Aspen Coake is a student at TCC working on their Associates of Arts to pursue museum and library science. They have participated in many shows in high school with a variety of tech and acting roles. They hope you find the show astonishing!

Charlie Richards is a member of the backstage crew with experience supporting theatrical productions in a variety of roles. His work includes backstage crew operations, assistant stage management, stage setup, and basic stage lighting. He has also spent some time performing on stage, giving him an appreciation for both the technical and performance aspects of theater. Charlie enjoys helping productions run smoothly and enjoys bringing humor to the audience from a show done right.

Gabrielle is a theatre-maker, artist, and writer from Los Angeles. She recently graduated from University of Puget Sound with a Theatre Arts minor. Since then, she’s designed props at Lakewood Playhouse for Carrie, Pipeline, Suessical, The Revolutionists, and Fairview, and worked on productions including Truth be Told (scenic designer); The Importance of Being Earnest (assistant scenic designer); and Crave (costumes). Thanks to all of Gabrielle’s inner circle for their assistance and support!

Milo is a born and raised Washingtonian who has been in theater all their life. Finding a passion for lighting design at the University of Puget Sound, they have kept up with theater as a hobby ever since! They're excited to be part of this production as a true advocate for Washington theatre!

Mya Woods (they/she) is a Seattle-based actor, sound designer, and engineer. Since graduating from the University of Puget Sound with a Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts, they have dedicated themself to working on productions all around the Puget Sound area. Other sound credits include work with ArtsWest, Taproot Theatre Co., Cornish College of the Arts, and Spectrum Dance Theatre. When not working, Mya can be found writing sketch comedy, playing the bass, stressing over the NYT Games, or studying french. Bon spectacle et amusez-vous bien !!

Jeff is a local actor and designer. Previous credits include The Last Five Years (5th Avenue & ACT Theatre); Grease, 9 to 5, Legally Blonde, Once on This Island, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Hello, Dolly! (Village Theatre). Off stage, Jeff works as a visual artist in interior and event design. He is so grateful to share his God-given gifts and thankful for the support of his family and friends! IG: @JBrianjr_

Indigo has called Tacoma home her whole life. She has had a hand in both acting and behind the scenes tech work in several productions. This is her first show at TCC. In the fall, she will be attending Western Washington University as a nursing major!