Meet the Cast of 

has been performing with DMR since August of 2022 when they played Cruella. Some of his favorite roles have been ensemble with HadesTown, Sally in Sponge Bob the musical, Malcolm from 13 and anything Shakespear that they can! During his free time he likes to draw, read and play games. Eros is a sophomore at Albemarle High. They are very excited to get to work with Venture Stage on this show.

recently became a freshman at Louisa County Highschool. They’ve been in other DMR productions such as playing the Mad Hatter in Alice By Heart. They are very excited to be doing this show, as Dear Evan Hansen is one of their favorite musicals! They hope to be in more DMR productions in the future!

is a sophomore at St. Anne's Belfield School. She has performed in several DMR productions; her favorites include Mean Girls and Between the Lines. Outside of performing, Ella plays a variety of sports, including tennis, boxing, and soccer; she also loves to bake, play guitar, and travel. Ella is so excited to be a part of this incredible cast of talented performers.

Venture debut! DMR: Alice by Heart(Caterpillar 2), Wizard of Oz(Tin Man), Hadestown(Eurydice U/S) among others. AHS: Our Town(Rebecca Gibbs). Training: DMR Adventures, Rebecca Muller, Wilson’s School of Dance, Christina Fleming. She appreciates the opportunity to work with so many lovely people and performers. She thanks the cast, crew, and her family for supporting her through the whole rehearsal process. She hopes you enjoy the show!

is extremely grateful to be a part of Dear Evan Hansen at DMR! Some of her previous roles include: Annie JR. (Miss Hannigan), Alice by Heart (Alice), SIX: Teen Ed. (Anne of Cleves), Hadestown: Teen Ed. (Ensemble), and The Little Mermaid (Ariel). Special thanks to family, friends, and this amazing cast and crew!

is a non-binary freshman. You might have seen them as Archie in 13, Ryan in High School Musical, Nigel and Dormouse in Alice by Heart, and many more. They’ve done lighting for a ton of DMR shows, including Hadestown, Shrek, Descendants, Six, and more. They hope you enjoy the show!

is thrilled to be part of the Teen Ensemble for Dear Evan Hansen. His previous roles include Crutchie in Newsies and Sonny in Grease at Wilson Memorial High School. He is thoroughly enjoying the growth and challenge that this production provides in both acting and singing, and he is grateful to be learning so much from the talented directors and fellow cast members. Levi would also like to thank his parents for always encouraging him and making it possible for him to participate in this company!

It has been my honor to come back to the stage for this beautiful show with this amazing cast! I am grateful to Xavier, Kristen, Melissa and Karen for believing in me! I want to thank my dear colleagues/friends for rearranging work schedules and for your genuine excitement. And to my precious kids and Cree —thank you for daring me, supporting me and for occasionally doing the dishes. I may not have a MAP but I love each of you with my whole heart!
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What a difference a month makes! From arctic Arendelle to high school hallways, Zakary is excited to return to Charlottesville and Venture Stage Company. They has performed with cruise lines, amusement parks, and with theatres around the country. Originally from Iowa, they now call Minneapolis, MN home. Some recent roles include Molina (Kiss of the Spider Woman, Teatro del Pueblo), Trinculo (The Tempest, Classical Actors Ens.) and Major-General Stanley (Pirates of Penzance, Paul Bunyan Playhouse). If you find yourself in Bend, OR this fall, you can katch them dancing at Kit Kat Club (Cabaret, Greenhouse Cabaret). A final word of wisdom from Larry Murphy: "Follow though, even when everyone around you thinks you're crazy."

is a 10th grader at Monticello High School, and is thrilled to be a part of Venture Stage Company’s season! Previous DMR credits include: 12th Night (Orsino), Alice By Heart (Clarissa/Queen of Diamonds), and Into The Woods Jr (Rapunzel/Stepmother). When not onstage, she enjoys crocheting and hanging out with her friends.

is a Junior at Eastern Mennonite School in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Some of his previous performance credits include: Will Bloom in Big Fish, Orsino in Twelfth Night, George Banks in Mary Poppins, and Mr. Naidu in Around the World in 80 Days. Outside of theatre, Cayden participates in Model UN and Choir. Cayden wants to thank his family for driving from Harrisonburg for every rehearsal for him to perform in this production.

is a junior at Charlottesville high school, and this is her Venture/DMR debut! Some recent credits include Judy Bernly in 9-5, Marie Van Goetham in the Original Musical The Little Dancer, and Mama Noah in Children Of Eden. She spent part of her summer in NYC studying musical theater at Marymount Manhattan College! Big thanks to her parents, Venture and DMR, and her voice teacher Kristin Baltes!

is thrilled to be a part of Venture's Dear Evan Hansen! She is a sophomore at the Renaissance School and some of her recent credits include Nigel Bottom - Something Rotten Jr. (DMR Adventures), Alfred Hallam - Alice by Heart (DMR Adventures), Yvette - Clue: High School Edition (Blue Ridge School), Emily Hobbs - Elf Jr. (Buford Middle School). She is also a student at the Wilson School of Dance! She wants to thank her cast and crew for making this show possible, and the audience for coming to support!

is so excited to be in this co-production with her students. Past favorite credits include ensemble in Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 and Squidward in The SpongeBob Musical. She is excited for her final year at UVA and what the future holds.

is a performer hailing from Fishersville, Virginia. After recently graduating from Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School and Wilson Memorial High School, he plans to attend Brigham Young University - Idaho to pursue studies in music.Credits: Jack Kelly (Newsies), Danny Zuko (Grease), Orpheus (Hadestown), Kristoff (Frozen).

is delighted to be making her Venture Stage Company debut. She is a NYC based Singer/Actor, originally from Minnesota. Recent/Favorite credits include Tick Tick Boom (Susan), Into the Woods (The Witch), Songs for a New World (Woman 2), and Fun Home (Medium Allison). She has also toured with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines as the Feature Female Singer on the Jewel of The Seas. She is a proud alumni of the University of Utah Musical Theatre program, and has trained at institutions like Interlochen Arts Academy and Stagedoor Manor. Later this season she will be in Come From Away at the Boat Club Theatre in Duluth, Minnesota. She sends heartfelt thanks to her family, her coach: David Eggers, and to the entire cast and crew of Dear Evan Hansen. @helena_goei | helenagoei.com

is an NYC based boricua actor, musician, and writer, born and raised in Western Mass. He is thrilled to be returning to Venture Stage Co. for Dear, Evan Hansen. Previous Roles Include: Sonny: In The Heights (Firehouse Center for the Arts), Bernstein: Dogfight (Venture Stage Co.), Hot Blades Harry: Urinetown (Grange Theatre), Jay: Disney’s Descendants (Argyle Theatre), Ritchie Valens: Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story (Majestic Theatre), Noel Grubber: Ride The Cyclone (K&E Theatre Group), Dick Wilkins: A Christmas Carol (NCCA Jean's Playhouse), Male Ensemble/On-Stage Trumpet: Oliver! and Jersey Boys (Palace Theatres), B: Sanctuary City (Silverthorne Theatre Co.), and Laertes: Hamlet (Shakesperience Prod.) along with many more. Special thanks to all my friends and family who have supported me along the way! ig: caleb_koval

is a local actor and playwright. Having received her BA in Drama and African American Studies from the University of Virginia in 2025, she's found comfort in the Charlottesville theatre scene. Her 13 year old self is ecstatic to bring her then favorite musical to life and is grateful to have such a full circle moment. Favorite stage credits include Diana in A Chorus Line, Sonya in Natasha, Pierre, & The Great Comet of 1812, and Taxi Driver in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.