Sabrina Vasquez (Choreographer) is from Tucson AZ, is currently a senior educator in dance at Wichita State University, celebrating 24 years of service at WSU. Her previous professional work includes Arizona Dance Theatre, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, James Kelley Choreography Project, Alithea Mime Theatre and The Ruth Page foundation’s production of Nutcracker under the direction of Larry Long. Sabrina is grateful for her partner Nick Johnson, daughter Zoe Johnson and amazing colleagues and students in her life.

Sheldon Mba (Intimacy Director) is the Program Coordinator of Acting and Theatre and Assistant Professor of Performing Arts, at Wichita State University. He holds a BA in Theatre and Dance Performance from North Carolina Central University and an MFA in Theatre Performance from the University of Southern Mississippi. Mba is an enthusiastic educator and active performer; he continues to stay engaged both in the classroom and onstage.

As a director and choreographer, his work centers on exposing the human condition; examining what breaks us, what shapes us, and the process of putting things back together. His direction and choreography have been featured at the American Dance Festival, the National Black Theatre Festival, and in numerous regional and local projects. He has received regional recognition from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, earning merits for both his direction and choreography. Notable directing credits include Rabbit Hole, Catch Me If You Can, Little Women, Peter and the Starcatcher, and Dreamgirls, which marked the Wichita premiere.

Mario Raymond (Lighting Mentor) is a freelance lighting designer for theatre and corporate events based in Kansas City. Originally from Louisiana, he has lived in Kansas City since 2017. He holds an MFA from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, and a BFA from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. In Kansas City, he previously worked at Lyric Opera of Kansas City, Mercer Zimmerman, and UMKC. Recent design credits: John Proctor is the Villian (Kansas City Rep); Bast*rd (Purple Rose Theatre); UMB Leadership Summit (Monarch Productions); She Loves Me and Guys & Dolls (SSMT).

Lily Vetter (Stage Management Mentor/Production Coodinator/Dramaturg) is a Production Manager, a Stage Manager, and an all-around theatre technician with a dash of Theatre Historian! Outside of the technical realm, Lily is pursuing her Ph.D. in Theatre History/Theory/Criticism and Design from Texas Tech University. Primary research areas include Theatre during conflict, World War II, Propaganda, Disney, Shakespeare, and Marxism. Lily has worked in many different roles in areas such as Dramaturg, Stage Manager, Lighting Design, Light Programming Electrician, Deck Crew, Props Master, Props Assistant, and Wardrobe Crew. As a Stage Manager, she has done plays, musicals, dance, and opera! As a disabled theatre practitioner, she is an outspoken advocate for equitable and accessible theatre, hoping to make the arts more inclusive for all individuals. During the summer, Lily serves as the Production Manager at the New London Barn Playhouse in picturesque New London, New Hampshire. As the Production Manager, she works with a variety of students and professionals to create magical shows on the 200-year old barn stage! Lily also now serves as the Vice President of Engagement for the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC).

Bryce Mulkey (Sound Design Mentor/A1 Mixer)

(Bio coming soon)

Katie Bauman (Scenic Designer) is excited to be working on this production of Cabaret. Her previous college credits include Assistant Scenic Designer for Twelfth Night and Company. She is also currently serving as Lead Scene Shop Intern and is in her third year as a Scene Shop employee. Katie has also worked in Kansas City with the Theatre in the Park as a Scenic Carpenter for their 2022 and 2024 summer seasons. She will be graduating in the spring with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Design and Technical Theatre.

Gabriel Cornwell (Max) is very excited to perform in Wichita State University's production of Cabaret. Gabe's recent credits include David (Company), Dylan (PSYCH!), and Heir Knochenbruch/Adults (Spring Awakening). Gabe is a junior at WSU pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre, and a part of Wichita State Music Theatre Company (WSMTC). Gabe wants to make theatre a space for all to enjoy and perform in.

Jacob Crabtree (Ernst Ludwig) is a current Junior at Wichita State University pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre. You may have previously seen him as Ernst in Spring Awakening, Lockstock in Urinetown, Joe in Express, and Sam in PSYCH!. He would like to thank his mom, dad, sister, and brother-in-law for always supporting him and loving him, and Nate Ruess for writing some great songs.

Colton Farmer (M.C.) is thrilled to be returning to the Wichita State University stage! Previous credits include Time Stands Still (WSU), Twelfth Night (WSU), and The Rocky Horror Show (Roxy’s Downtown). Colton is a third-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Acting. He gives thanks to the cast, crew, and creative team of this production, and to his partner, family, and friends for their stalwart support. Enjoy the show! @coltonjnorris

Connor Harris (Herr Schulz) is a second-year Wichita State University student that transferred after earning his Associates in Theatre from Tulsa Community College. While here at WSU, Harris was a part of Wichita State Music Theatre Company’s production of Ride the Cyclone as Richard Potts. Harris is overwhelmed with gratitude for this opportunity and wants to share a quote from Nightcrawler, a Marvel X-Men hero that inspired the characterization of Herr Schultz: “Most people were afraid of me. But I did not hate them. I pitied them. Because most people will never know anything beyond what they see with their own eyes.”

Kelsi Harris (Fraulein Schneider) is ecstatic to be involved in another Wichita State University School of Performing Arts Production! Cabaret happens to be a long-time favorite of theirs, and they are so happy to get to be one of the people to tell this story. You may recognize them from various other SPA productions like Time Stands Still, Twelfth Night, as well as last years film, It’s Nice To Finally Meet You. Kelsi has also been involved in the local Wichita Theatre scene with shows such as Kechi Playhouse’s productions of Charley’s Aunt and Much Ado About Nothing, Wichita Community Theatre’s production of Fiddler On The Roof, and most recently Maize Recreational Theatre’s production of Footloose.

Jyavon Hill (Cliff Bradshaw) is a 4th year Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre major with a minor in Music. They are the president for Wichita State Musical Theatre Company (WSMTC), Treasurer for School of Performing Arts Council (SPACO) and member of Wichita State University Performing Arts Company (WUPAC). They starred in A Chorus Line (Roy), Spring Awakening (Georg Zirschinitz), Company (Larry), and The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals (Professor Hidgens). They are ecstatic to play this role and hope to make great memories. Jay’s Mission is to spread joy with his performance.

Emileth Holcomb (Assistant Stage Manager) is a senior at Wichita State University. Previously, she has worked as wardrobe run crew for Spring Awakening (WSU), props intern for the New London Barn Playhouse for their 94th Annual Summer Season (Million Dollar Quartet, Chicago, Young Frankenstein, Escape To Margaritaville, and Baskerville), and stage managed the 2025 SPARK: Spring Dance Concert (WSU). Emileth is graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts - Theatre and a Certificate of Stage Management. She looks forward to continuing to create art and hopes to inspire creativity in others.

Grace Jerke (Kit Kat Klub Swing)  is over the moon to be working with Wichita State University in this musical season. Her most recent featured roles were Fiona in Shrek the Musical (Maize Rec), the Narrator in Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat (MTW), and Judy Haynes in White Christmas (TTT). Grace is a sophomore pursuing her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre and loves serving at her church. Grace’s passion for theatre drives her to pluck heartstrings as an artist and connect community through hard work & inspiration. 

Aubrey Johnson (Kit Kat Klub) is so excited to be a part of this production with Wichita State University School of Performing Arts! Her previous involvements in SPA include Jane Doe in Ride the Cyclone and Stacy in PSYCH! Both of which were performed in the Welsbacher Theatre. Aubrey is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre and is planning on taking her career to New York after college!

Dani Little (Sound Designer) is thrilled to be working on Wichita State University’s production of Cabaret. They are currently enrolled in WSU’s undergraduate program, working towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Design and Technical Theatre, a minor in American Sign Language, and a certificate in Audio Production. Some of their previous design credits include sound designer on the Little Mermaid and Willy Wonka with the Junior Woodland Players, sound designer on WSU’s Empty Space production of Mr. Burns, assistant sound designer on WSU’s Twelfth Night, and sound designer on WSU’s production of Time Stands Still.

Caroline Love (Kit Kat Klub Swing) is thrilled to be part of her first Wichita State University theatre production. Her previous credits include High School Musical (Midland University-All State Musical), The Wizard of Oz (Norfolk Senior High School), and Legally Blonde (Midland University-All State Musical). Caroline is a freshman pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre with a minor in Communications, specializing in Broadcasting. She serves as a Student Ambassador at Wichita State University and is involved with St. Paul’s Catholic Student Center. Caroline’s mission as an artist is to use storytelling and music to inspire others, create meaningful connections, and remind people of the beauty found in the stories we share.

Von Love (Victor/Kit Kat Klub) Previous credits include Harry in Company (Wichita State University), Eddie Souther in Sister Act, Announcer/Angel in Kinky Boots, Zeus in Psych! and more. Von is a transfer student pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre. Von was a finalist in the MTI Dance portion of the American College Theatre Festival, choreographed by Josh Walden, as well as a semi finalist in the Irene Ryan Acting portion. Von’s goal is to leave an impact each time he leaves the stage and to show the growth he has made since arriving at Wichita State. His dedication to his craft and passion for storytelling drives him to constantly improve and inspire those around him.

Olivia Lybarger (Sally Bowles)

(Bio coming soon)

Evan Marr (Bobby/Kit Kat Klub) is making their Wichita State University theatre debut. He has been apart of the shows Anything Goes! (Liberty High School), Icons (Project K Dance Company), and MOVE! (Oklahoma City University). Evan is a sophomore pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics, and is a member of the Society of Physics Students. Evan’s mission is become the best version of himself while uplifting others at the same time. You can find out more about Evan on his Instagram! (@evanmarr2018)

Dot McMillen (Kit Kat Klub) is so glad to be part of this amazing process. She has previously been in Company (Wichita State University), Cinderella (St Dominic Highschool) and Psych! (Wichita State University). Dot is in her second year at Wichita State University as a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre and Dance Minor. She is also part of WuChoir. Dot wants to share her talents and her love of theatre with every audience she possibly can and hopes you enjoy the show.

Kaete Mokrynski (Associate Choreographer) is extremely excited and grateful to be working on Wichita State University’s production of Cabaret. Kaete is an aspiring professional choreographer whose most recent work has been showcased in the Mid-America Dance Theatre (MADT) student choreography showcase. Her most recent WSU theatre credits include A Chorus Line (Lois), Spring Awakening (Frau Bergman), and Company (Joanne). She has also recently been in two different productions of Cabaret over the years portraying Rosie in Cabaret (Theatre Row NYC) and Sally Bowles in Cabaret (Roxy’s Downtown). Kaete is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Dance in her final semester. Kaete’s mission is to inspire professional dancers with idiopathic scoliosis and chronic injuries, you can follow her @mtheatreact on instagram.

Cyrus Morris (Kit Kat Klub Swing) a transfer from Butler Community College, is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre at Wichita State University. His credits include Colonel Mustard in Clue: on Stage, Truffaldino in The Love of Three Oranges, Professor Winthrop in Legally Blonde: The Musical preformed at the Performing Arts Center, as well as several roles at Wichita Community Theatre and Music Theatre Wichita. He currently trains in acting, voice, & dance.

Ruby Quezada-Valadez (Lighting Designer) is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Design and Technical Theatre, focusing on lighting and audio. Previous production roles include acting as sound engineer for Man of La Mancha - In Concert and Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville (New London Barn Playhouse), assistant lighting designer for Company (WSU), and lighting designer for the Forum Theatre’s Words and Music Series at Wichita Art Museum. Their technical roles include electrician work with various Wichita theatres, serving as union head of audio for The Academy at Music Theatre Wichita’s production of Sweeney Todd: School Edition, and acting as Master Electrician for the 2025 Spring Dance Concert (WSU) and Company (WSU). Currently, they serve as technical director for Empty Space, lead lighting designer for The Forum Theatre’s Christmas production of Annie, the Musical, substitute audio engineer for Mosley Street Melodrama, and a presenter for the upcoming Capstone Celebration. Cabaret is their final production at Wichita State University.

Bennie Randolph (Props Designer) is a sophomore at Wichita State University pursuing his Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts - Theatre. He is very excited to be making his designing debut for Cabaret! He works in the Scene Shop as a student intern where he helped build and design for the show! You might have seen him act in the Empty Space Theatre production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again) or the Wichita State Music Theatre Company production of Ride the Cyclone. He hopes you enjoy the show as much as he has enjoyed designing for it.

Donte Ross (Kit Kat Klub) is making his Wichita State University Music Theatre Debut. Previous credits include Oklahoma, Midsummer Night's Dream, and Witness for the Prosecution. Donte is a Senior in the University pursuing a Music Composition degree with a minor in Dance. Donte’s mission is to make video game music accessible to all genres of music and to teach music Composition and create a welcoming environment in the space of Composers.

Grace Ryan (Assistant Dramaturg) is very excited to be working on Wichita State's production of Cabaret. She is a third-year pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre and Music Education. She has worked as a music director on Spongebob the Musical Jr. (Lafayette Arts Hub), Ride The Cyclone (Wichita State Music Theatre Company), The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals (WSMTC), and more. Grace also serves as the company manager for the Wichita State Performing Arts Company and is a member of WSMTC. She believes in accessible and well-rounded performing arts educations for all students.

Gracie Solas (Fraulein Kost) is a Wichita native with a strong love for the arts. A performer from the time she could walk, she is currently finishing their final semester at Wichita State University (WSU) pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre. As a performer you may have seen them in shows at WSU like Spring Awakening and Company, alongside WSU’s Jo Zakas Music Theatre Incubator intensives where they workshopped new musicals Express and PSYCH!. As a creative they hope to provide a trusting and safe environment alongside an experience filled with joy for all involved in the arts.

Charlotte Talleur (Kit Kat Klub Swing) is a freshman pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre at Wichita State University. She is based in St. Louis and has many previous credits from high school theatre, her most recent including Martha Dobie in The Children’s Hour at Rockwood Summit High School which went on to perform at the Missouri State Thespian Conference; Chairman/William Cartwright in The Mystery of Edwin Drood at Rockwood Summit High School; and Carmen Bernstein in Curtains with Spotlight Productions. Her professional credits involve being a singing character actor as a member of the Maple Leaf Trio at St. Charles Christmas Traditions annual festival. Previous leadership positions are show choir and student choreographer as well as president of the Falcon Players Cabinet at Rockwood Summit High School. She was also awarded Thespian of the Year at Rockwood Summit High School in 2026 with her 210 points making her a 20 star international thespian

Madi Underkofler (Kit Kat Klub) is thrilled to make their Wichita State University theatre debut in the production of Cabaret. Previous credits include Footloose as Urleen (Maize Rec), Escape to Margaritaville (The Forum), and The Wedding Singer (The Crown Uptown). Madison is a second-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre. 

Ace La Valla (Stage Manager) is a senior getting a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Design and Technical Theatre and is so excited to work on this production. Some of their recent credits include being the Stage Management Intern at the New London Barn Playhouse for their 94th summer season (Once a Barnie, Always a Barnie, Escape to Margaritaville, Young Frankenstein, Chicago, Million-Dollar Quartet) Straw Hat Review as well as Equity Assistant Stage Manager for Baskerville at New London Barn Playhouse. They were also the Stage Manager for Time Stands Still last spring at Wichita State University.

Insta: @Ace_topher_

Chloe Welsh (Kit Kat Klub) is making her Wichita State University theatre debut. Previous credits include Footloose (Junction City Little Theatre), BARE: A Pop Opera (Manhattan Arts Center), A Chorus Line (Junction City Little Theatre). Chloe is a Junior pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Musical Theatre. You can find out more about Chloe on Instagram at chlo.e.beth. 

Ava Wiechman (Kit Kat Klub) is a third year pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts - Music Theatre and Minor in Dance at Wichita State University and has been performing in theatre and dance for years. Her favorite credits include: Psych! A 90s Musical Myth, Wichita State University (Aglaea); Fiddler on the Roof, Wichita Community Theater (Chava); Frozen, Music Theatre Wichita (Youth Ensemble); Godspell, Hornet Theatre (all Good gifts Soloist); and The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals, Wichita State Music Theatre Company (Nora/Dance Captain). She also recently choreographed Ride The Cyclone, WSMTC. She is so excited and grateful for every opportunity she gets to be on stage.