Wando Theatre Ensemble

Maria Lapaz (she/her) is a Charleston-based actor. Maria was born and raised in Mt Pleasant where she still resides. She was first introduced to theatre in 3rd grade and has continued to perform into her high school years. One of her most notable roles was Noah Claypole in Oliver. She is now furthering her performance education with theatre at Wando High School.

Samantha Kelly is a student at Wando High School and is thrilled to continue her theatrical journey through this program. Samantha has been in two productions of The Jungle Book playing Baloo and as an ensemble member, and a version of Julius Ceaser and played Brutus. Samantha is devoted in everything she does and that devotion will not stop at theatre. 

Caris Clark(she/her) Is a sophomore at Wando and first discovered theater when she was 9 years old and is currently in theater 2 honors ensemble at Wando high school. Caris was in Wando's last year musical production of Mamma mia in where she was in the ensemble and loved it! Caris was also in Wando's intermediate ensemble (theater 1 H) production of clue where she played mrs peacock.Caris is so excited to play Sally perks in Puffs!!

Ethan Thacker is a sophomore at Wando and a new member to Honors Ensemble. He has around 20 shows of experience in musicals, and is excited to be in a straight play, as well as attempting to be funny.

Ender is a sophomore here at Wando High School. He has been doing theatre for 6 years and has been in various performances such as Mamma Mia and The Crucible. He loves acting and is very passionate about it. His favorite musical is The Book of Mormon.

My name is Holly Homan and I am 16 years old and I am a sophomore. I play multiple characters in the ensemble in Puffs. I love theatre and I’m so excited to continue to do more and be apart of honors ensemble. I love singing, acting, hanging out with friends and baking. I have done so much in theatre and hope to continue to grow in it.

Lyla Affourtit (she/her) is a singer, dancer, and actor in Charleston, South Carolina. Lyla’s most significant shows have been James and the Giant Peach at Dock Street Theater where she was Earthworm. She also was Wolf in CAMT’s production of Into the Woods Jr. Lyla has a passion for theater and can’t wait to make new experiences and advance as an actress.

James Leonard plays J. Finch in Puffs. He is a Junior (11th grade) at Wando High School and is many things.  Besides his many roles in past Wando productions, he is also a sound designer, stage manager, and DJ. He has been an actor since 1st grade but felt lost when he entered Wando. But once he found Wando Theatre, he was back in motion. Now, he is in his second consecutive year in Wando Honors Ensemble and is grateful to be around with the cast of friends that he has now.

Buffy Kellner is a part of Wando Theatre and Wando Chorus. She has been in Mamma Mia, High School Musical, and has worked tech for several shows while being a part of the program. She enjoys writing and directing her own pieces as well.

My name is Poppy Arden and I’m looking forward for Wanda theater due to the people in. My favorite things are Jellyfish and Cows, it’s up to you to figure out what I eat.

Morgan Rogerson (she/her) is a Charleston born actress and singer. She danced classical ballet for 5 years and hip hop for 3 years, and since 5th grade she has been acting. She has been singing in chorus and for leisure for 7 years. She has been in “High School Musical” as Mrs.Tenney and has also been in “Frozen” as Anna and Elsa’s mother, Queen Iduna, which was sadly canceled due to Covid 19.

I’m a young passionate, outgoing, versatile, and fun-loving actor Going into my sophomore year. I had many ambitions in life but theater has been one of my favorite hobbies. As I’ve developed my skills over the past 2 years I have become a competent actor. I have a couple of major productions under my belt such as Midsummer by Shakespeare, The Crucible By  Arthur Miller, and Mama Mia by Catherine Johnson, but I'd love to expand my catalog.

Brianna Dimicco is a sophomore at Wando High School. She was previously in Mama Mia with Wando, Illegally Blonde with Fame, and Next to Normal with Fame. She has been doing theater since 1st grade and is so excited to be able to perform at Wando.