Director: Rita Sarai
Musical Director: Leah Raquel Petraglia
Assistant Directo: Hailey Aviva
Producer: William Cherno
Stage Manager: Corie Araneo
Technical Director: Glen Rivano
Set Design Joe DiPetro, Ecco Matlak
Poster Art: Abigail Rentas
DISENCHANTED! CAST
PRODUCERS & PRODUCTION TEAM
Megan Reis
Iris Santos
Cassandra Kelly (Cinderella)- is thrilled to be a part of this production of Disenchanted as Cinderella. She is currently getting her BFA in Theatre Arts at Long Island University. Her favorite role she has played so far was Kira in Xanadu! She has been heavily involved in choirs in and out of school, and has performed at Carnegie Hall with the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra. She wants to thank her family for always supporting her!
Jody Siegel (Rapunzel)- After a 25-year hiatus, Jody made a triumphant return to community theater in 2022 as Belle in Temple Beth Torah’s Beauty and the Beast, then showcased her versatility as Benny Southstreet in TBT’s Guys and Dolls, followed by Catherine in Pippin. This past fall, Jody debuted at Star Playhouse at Stage 74 as Maria Delgado in 9 to 5. She has also appeared in revues with South Shore Theatricals and the James Street Players.
Abigail Rentas
Amanda Luong (Hua Mulan)- is beyond excited to be taking on the role of Hua Mulan! This is her first show with Hardscrabble. Recent credits include Little Red (Into the Woods, Lighthouse), Ariel (Little Mermaid, Fame), and Amy March (EastLine). Amanda would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her, as well as the Hardscrabble production team ᵕ̈
Cassandra Kelly
Rebecca Drew
Megan Donato
Iris Santos (Pocahontas u/s Mulan)- is thrilled to be making her second appearance on stage at Hardscrabble Theater and she is grateful for the opportunity to collaborate once again with Rita as a director. Like many girls out there, Iris has been a fan of Disney princesses from a very young age and she is beyond excited to bring you a fresh twist to the stories we all know and love in this hilarious and empowering show. She is grateful to be part of a production that celebrates the strength, humor, and individuality of these iconic Disney princesses and she hopes that the audience finds the show equal parts fun and thought-provoking. Iris would like to thank her family, her friends, and her boyfriend, Matt, for their endless love and support as she explores her place in the world of theater!
Ronell Hurt
Megan Reis (Sleeping Beauty)- is so excited and honored to be making her Hardscrabble debut! Recent credits include: Bare: a pop opera (Nadia McConnell), Descendants (Maleficent), Hairspray (Prudy Pingleton/Matron), Godspell (“Day by Day”). Megan is a graduate of Montclair State University with a BA in Psych and a minor in Musical Theatre. She is also a huge Disney fan and has been performing since she was 3 years old and has been in theatre for almost 15 years. She has had the privilege of being in nearly 50 productions and also sang in the HPS International Women’s Choir at Carnegie Hall. Huge thanks to Rita and everyone involved in this production for helping the show come to life. Megan would also like to thank her loved ones for their constant support throughout the years. Enjoy the show!
Jody Siegel
Giselle Lorraine Toscano (Royal Court, u/s Cinderella, Belle, The Little Mermaid)- I’m Gigi, a mom of 2 human babies & 3 furry babies. I’m a chronic illness warrior & advocate as I suffer with many invisible illnesses- BUT, I am here to show everyone that music always wins! Singing is my therapy & always saves my soul during the hardships in life! Whether it’s on a stage, for karaoke night or in the shower, singing always keeps me going. I love all things Disney which is why I’m thrilled to be a part of Disenchanted! Sometimes I feel like real life Belle as I talk to my dishes & clean up after my husband. Life certainly has me going crazy but I owe a huge thank you to the cast & crew for their warm welcome in this new adventure!
Megan Donato (Royal Court, u/s Sleeping Beauty & Rapunzel)- is so excited to make her dreams of being a Disney princess come true in this production of Disenchanted! Recent credits include Oliver! (CPN) and Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (SSTE). Love and thank you to friends and family for their support, especially Mike who supports every crazy idea without a second thought. For Christopher, who always has the best seat in the house.
Ronell Hurt (The Princess Who Kissed the Frog)- Ronell, who graduated Marymount Manhattan College with a BA in Musical Theatre, is excited to be making her Hardscrabble Theatre debut in this entertaining musical alongside this talented group of humans. Previous credits include: Levora Verona (Disaster!), Silly Girl/Madame (Beauty and the Beast), Ensemble (In the Heights), and Jane (A Bronx Tale). Ronell gives thanks to God and all her friends and family who continue to support her endeavors.
Abigail Rentas (Snow White)- is thrilled to bring her own twist to the beloved princess in Disenchanted! She has graced Long Island stages in Bright Star (Ensemble), Godspell (featured in "Bless the Lord"), and You're a Good Man Charlie Brown (Sally Brown). Abigail has also showcased her vocal talents in various cabaret performances, including "As If: A slumber party musical revue" at Hardscrabble Theater and the Diva Cabaret presented by MCT . She would like to thank her husband, family and friends for their constant support and hopes audiences enjoy this fresh take on the classic fairy tale princess.
Kate Shields
Amanda Luong
Rebecca Drew (The Little Mermaid) is excited to make her Hardscrabble debut! Rebecca has been seen performing across Long Island, Queens, and Manhattan. Previous favorite credits include Kinky Boots (Pat), Rumors (Claire), Bye Bye Birdie (Ursula/Dance Captain), Titanic: The Musical (Kate Murphy), Disaster! The Musical (Traci/Dance Captain) and Spongebob the Musical (Ensemble). When not performing Rebecca is a Special Education Teacher for the NYCDOE. Rebecca wants to thank her family and friends for their continuous love and support and everyone involved in making Disenchanted happen for all their hard work!
Kate Shields (Belle)- is thrilled to make her Hardscrabble Theater debut as Belle and is excited to bring her chaotic, literature-loving self to this… less-than-traditional story! Previous stage credits include You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Lucy), Godspell (Joanne), Avenue Q (Bad Idea Bear), Legally Blonde, The Wedding Singer, and more. By day, Kate is an English teacher and by afternoon, she serves as the Production Manager at her middle school, most recently producing The Little Mermaid. She would like to thank her friends, family, castmates, and the directing team for giving her the courage to stand proudly on any stage, knowing she has their support. A special thank you to her mom and dad for instilling the values that remind her to never give up—even when things get tough. Enjoy the show!
Giselle Lorraine Toscano