Current Cast
Peter Riopelle
Baker
Riverview, MI
Professional Credits: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, Gangster #2, (Broadway First National Tour); THE BROTHERS BOOTH, John Wilkes Booth, (Off-Broadway); 1776, John Adams, (Cider Mill Playhouse, NY, Music Theatre Louisville, KY, Dutch Apple Theatre, PA); HAMLET, Hamlet, (Whole Art Theatre, MI); GUYS AND DOLLS, Nathan Detroit, (Prather Productions National Tour, Derby Playhouse, IN, Coeur d’Alene Musical Theatre, ID).
Degree: MFA in Acting/Directing, Brandeis University; BFA in Musical Theatre Performance, Western Michigan University
Bio: Peter Riopelle (The Baker) is thrilled to make his Alluvion Stage Company debut in this colorful and inspired production of INTO THE WOODS.
Peter’s credits include grateful work on Broadway tours, Off-Broadway, television, film, commercials, and leading roles at some of the nation’s premier regional theaters.
He appeared as Gangster #2 on the Broadway First National Tour of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE directed by Casey Nicholaw, and originated the role of John Wilkes Booth in the Off-Broadway production of THE BROTHERS BOOTH. Other Off-Broadway credits include Richard in THE BABY DANCE, John Nickleby in STREETS OF AMERICA, and Yellowbird in YELLOWBIRD AND THE DIVA.
Regional work includes leading roles at the Utah Shakespeare Festival, North Shore Music Theatre, The Ahmanson Theatre, Cider Mill Playhouse, First Folio Theatre of Chicago, and many other cherished theaters.
Favorite roles include John Adams in 1776, Nathan Detroit in GUYS AND DOLLS, Elliot Garfield in THE GOODBYE GIRL, The Baker in INTO THE WOODS, Seymour in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, and the title role in HAMLET.
TV/FILM credits include THE WEST WING, COMEDY CENTRAL, FORGOTTEN SAVIOR, and Commissioner Brentwood on GENERAL HOSPITAL.
Peter has taught theatre at Western Michigan University, the University of Kentucky, and Brandeis University, and served as Artistic Director of the historical Tibbits Opera House in Michigan from 2020-2024.
He would like to thank his mother and late, beloved father for their endless love and support, and Dr. Hayes, Mrs. Cooper, and Professor Martin for this exciting opportunity. “No One Is Alone!”
Sarah Beth Ganey
Baker’s Wife
Champion’s Gate, FL
Professional Credits: Chicago, Roxie Hart, Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse; Tootsie, Julie Nichols, Interlakes Theatre; The Rink, Angel, TheatreZone; The Sound of Music, Maria Rainer, Kincaid Regional Theatre; Xanadu, Kira, Venice Theatre
Kera O’Bryon
The Witch
Henrico, VA
Professional Credits: Cinderella, Fairy Godmother, Virginia Musical Theatre; Mamma Mia!, Donna, Mercury Theatre Company; Hello Dolly!, Dolly, Virginia Musical Theatre; Anastasia, Dowager Empress, Alluvion Stage Company; Children of Eden, Eve, Dominion Theatre Company
Bio: A native of Bel Air, MD, Kera’s been performing since age 3. She is an Emmy-nominated, full-time actress and voice talent and vocal coach based in Richmond, VA. A veteran of the professional stage for over 27 years in over 40 productions, some of her favorite roles have been Donna in “Mamma Mia!”, Dolly, in “Hello, Dolly!”, Mame, Amalia in “She Loves Me”, Anna, in “The Merry Widow”, and Sarah Brown in “Guys & Dolls”. Also, Eve in “Children of Eden”, and Rosie in “Bye, Bye, Birdie”! Kera sings with various jazz groups, as well as doing jingles and other in-studio productions. She’s been in the voice-over industry for over 25 years as a voice actor, doing commercials, animation, video games, film, ADR, IVR, and Audio dramas. More recently, she has voiced for Abide, Adventum, Jonathan Park, and Skyship Dreamer which have a global reach.This year, in June 2025, Kera was featured as Mary Ball Washington in the Historical Feature, “The American Miracle” at the Kennedy Center. Kera is honored to come back to Alluvion for this latest challenge! Kera would like to thank her loved ones for all their support!
Caleb Jernigan
Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf
Knoxville, TN
Professional Credits: Chicago, Billy Flynn, Bigfork Summer Playhouse; The Sound of Music, Captain Von Trapp, Bigfork Summer Playhouse; It’s A Wonderful Life, Clarence, Dollywood; I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, Man #1, Bigfork Summer Playhouse; The Music Man, Jacey Squires, Bigfork Summer Playhouse
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Coastal Carolina University
Bio: Caleb Jernigan (Prince Charming/The Wolf) is delighted to make his Into The Woods debut with this production. A versatile performer with over a decade of professional experience, Caleb has served as a principal vocalist for Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruise Line, and Dollywood. He has also appeared in regional theatres across the country with his favorite credits including Billy Flynn (Chicago), Fonzie (Happy Days), and Tony Kirby (You Can’t Take It With You). He holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Coastal Carolina University and is deeply grateful to God, his family, and the creative team for the opportunity to bring these roles to life.
Jessica Vanek
Cinderella
New York City, NY
Professional Credits: Rent, Maureen, Tibbits Opera House; Million Dollar Quartet, Dyanne, Tibbits Opera House; Legally Blonde, Brooke Wyndham, North Texas Performing Arts Center; The Marvelous Wonderettes, Cindy Lou, St. Croix Festival Theatre
Degree: BM in Music Theatre, Oklahoma City University; MA in Nonprofit Leadership, Oklahoma City University
Scott M. Hayes*
Narrator/Mysterious Man
Forest, VA
Professional Credits: The Nerd, Axel, Tidewater Stage Company (Virginia Beach, VA); Noises Off, Lloyd, SummerStock (Findlay, OH); Blood Brothers, Sammy, Artpark (Lewiston, NY); The Little Prince, Aviator, Theatreworks/USA (National Tour); Will Rogers Follies, Will Rogers, Summer Repertory Theatre (Santa Rosa, CA)
Degree: BFA in Theatre, University of California at Santa Barbara; MFA in Theatre at Florida State University/Asolo Conservatory; Ph.D. in Communication at Regent University
*Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States
Stephanie Lambert
Jack’s Mother
Forest, VA
Professional Credits: Les Miserables, Madame Thenardier; Mary Poppins, Mrs. Andrews; The Little Mermaid, Ursula; Sister Act, Mother Superior; Fiddler on the Roof, Golde, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: MA in Professional Counseling, Liberty University
Erica Geffken
Cinderella’s Stepmother
Goode, VA
Professional Credits: As You Like It, Rosalind, Liberty Summer Shakespeare; Private Lives, Sybil, Americana Theatre Company; The 39 Steps, Annabella/Pamela/Margaret; The Music Man, Mrs. Squires, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BA in Theatre Arts, Liberty University
Jordan Prather
Cinderella’s Mother/Granny
Lynchburg, VA
Professional Credits: Proof, Claire, Viridian Stage Company; A Christmas Carol, Ensemble, Wolfbane Productions; The Music Man, Ensemble; Fiddler on The Roof, Grandma Tzeitel; A Christmas Carol, Mrs. Fezziwig/Old Joe, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BFA in Acting, Liberty University
Presley Ann Calonge
Little Red Ridinghood
Nashville, TN
Professional Credits: Professional Debut
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University
Bio: Presley Ann is excited to be making her professional debut with Alluvion Stage Company after graduating from Liberty University with a BFA in Musical Theatre and a minor in Psychology. Special thanks to mama, family, and friends for the endless love and support. An ultimate thank you to our Lord and all glory to Him! @presley.doodle
Brandon Bayse
Jack (Baker U/S)
Lynchburg, VA
Professional Credits: Anastasia, Prince Siegfried/Ensemble, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BFA in Acting, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Bio: Brandon Bayse is excited to return to the Alluvion stage, after a wonderful experince performing in Alluvion’s “Anastasia” this past fall.
Lillian Smith
Rapunzel (Witch U/S)
Sharpsville, PA
Professional Credits: Professional Debut
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Jesse Wilkerson
Rapunzel’s Prince (Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf U/S)
Augusta, GA
Professional Credits: Anastasia, Ensemble/Dimtry U/S, Alluvion Stage Company; Bright Star, Jimmy Ray; Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Ensemble; The Addam’s Family, Ancestor, Clinton Area Showboat Theater
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Justin Jackson
Steward/Fight Captain (Rapunzel’s Prince U/S)
Addis, LA
Professional Credits: The Music Man, Ensemble, Alluvion Stage Company; The Wiz, Lion, Alluvion Stage Company; Anastasia, Count Leopold, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Bio: Justin is grateful for the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with an excellent, supportive company. He is honored to be part of Alluvion’s “Into the Woods”!
Kylie Kennard
Lucinda (Baker’s Wife U/S)
San Diego, CA
Professional Credits: Anastasia, Romanov Sister/Dance Captain/Countess Lily US; The Music Man, Teenager, Alluvion Stage Company; Matilda, Ensemble, Moonlight Stage Productions
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre & BS in Exercise Science, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Grace Eason
Florinda (Rapunzel U/S)
Richmond, VA
Professional Credits: Anastasia, Ensemble/Marfa, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Bio: Grace Eason is thrilled to return to the Alluvion stage after making her debut in “Anastasia” last fall. Grace is deeply grateful to her family for their unwavering love, to her professors for their wisdom and encouragement, and above all to the Lord for His faithful provision and joy. Isaiah 26:8
Jacob Hodges
Cinderella’s Father (Narrator/Mysterious Man U/S)
Virginia Beach, VA
Professional Credits: Professional Debut
Degree: BFA in Acting, Liberty University
Finley Ryan
Snow White/Vocal Captain (Little Red Ridinghood & Stepsisters U/S)
Fernandina Beach, FL
Professional Credits: Anastasia, Paulina/Anya U/S, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Hannah Davis
Sleeping Beauty/Dance Captain (Cinderella & Mothers U/S)
Clearwater, FL
Professional Credits: Anastasia, Maria Romanov/Ensemble/Swan Lake Dancer, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)
Matt Owen
Jack U/S
Forest, VA
Professional Credits: The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Ensemble; Newsies, Oscar Delancey; Hello, Dolly!, Ensemble; Bright Star, Billy; Parade, Frankie Epps, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BS in Theatre Arts, Liberty University
Daniel Arce
Steward U/S
Staten Island, NY
Professional Credits: Anastasia, Male Swing, Alluvion Stage Company
Degree: BFA in Musical Theatre, Liberty University (Currently Enrolled)