A live on-stage production in a classic radio style. Presented as a show called “The Campfire Tales of Terror” the show’s host will tie together 4 longer stories and 4 short stories. Cast will perform these with minimal staging while cultivating a spooky atmosphere.
Piper Holtz - Piper is a senior at THS, and she is so excited to be a part of her fourth Players production of the year. She is so grateful to be able to work with such an amazing group of people. She would like to thank her family for always supporting her.
Chloe Smith - Chloe is happy to be in her 3rd Tecumseh Players show of the year, after being "Parker Milton" in "The Most Watched Least Viewed Talk Show in History" and "Sparkles the elf" in "Head Elf" in the one acts this past summer. Chloe would like to thank her parents and friends for their support. Chloe also hopes "you don't lose you head" from how scary it is!
Joshua Smith - Joshua, having been afflicted by a certain madness after gazing upon an Eldritch being, is pulling triple duty on this show as Host, Writer and Director. Joshua's love for all things horror made him think that a spooky season show was just the thing to bring a little fright to the public. He would like to thank his wife Erin and daughter Chloe for all of their help and support. Also he would like to thank his wonderfully demented cast for all of their hard work in helping to turn this crazy idea into a real show.
Thomas Buxton - It was a dark and stormy night when I sat to write my bio, a night full of dread and heartache, for how can I distill an essence like mine down to a few short paragraphs, condemn so many memories and thank you’s and helpful people and events to the waste bin of obscurity, never to be acknowledged, to be brought into the light, to be blazoned bold for others to read. So, in that dreary state, in a time stretching into oblivion, in the maelstrom of thoughts and ideas on how to thank all those around me, to truly convey the sheer exuberance that I have for every one who has been there to me, I will say, “Thank you”. And if you feel that this is or should be directed at you, you are correct, and I do not forget it. Also, I’ve been in a few plays now with the Players and have such a wonderful time, so please support local theatre!
Xander Olney - Xander is once again happy to be gracing the Tecumseh Players with his presence. Indulging in his love for theatre he is very thankful to be taking the stage once again with such wonderful people as castmates
Maelle Francis - Maelle Francis is a senior at THS and is happy to be making her Players debut in Campfire Tales of Terror. She participated as the sound board operator in all one-acts this past summer, but she is excited to transition to the stage in this new production. Maelle is not new to the stage, however, having acted in over a dozen TCA, TYT, SHU, and drama club productions. Her most recent credit is Margaret March in the local production of Little Women earlier this month. When she isn’t working behind the scenes or acting, Maelle enjoys creative endeavors such as sewing or playing her viola, and academic activities such as sudoku or doing her Calc homework. After high school she hopes to attend college for microbiology, while staying involved in the arts. She thanks Piper Holtz for encouraging her to join the players and hopes you enjoy the show!
Henry Buxton - Henry has quite enjoyed about preforming for the Tecumseh Players once again after having done some prior performances with them. He has also done a handful of shows outside of the Tecumseh Players in the past with the one he is most proud about being in Chicago Teen Edition with the TCA.
Hannah Wiles - Hannah is thrilled to be returning to the stage for another spooky adventure in Campfire Tales of Terror! Her previous credits include The Rocky Horror Show (RCCA), Bremen Town Musicians (Tecumseh players), Moby Dick the Musical (Ann Arbor Theater Works), and many more. She’s excited to share these tales of terror with you… although she makes no promises that you’ll be sleeping peacefully afterward.
She’d also like to thank her wonderful boyfriend, Joel, for being by her side and bravely joining her on stage for his very first show. Now remember, if you catch fire, stop, drop, and roll.
Cast
Jason Smith - With a passion for storytelling and a love of the performing arts, Jason brings characters, stories, and theatrical productions to life through voiceover work. With a focus on clear delivery, expressive narration, and creating an engaging atmosphere for audiences, he helps enhance the theatrical experience beyond the stage. Whether providing narration, voicing characters, or delivering recorded announcements, Jason strives to capture the emotion and spirit of each production while supporting the creative vision of the cast and production team.
Joel Rusnica - Joel is thrilled to be performing in his first ever show, alongside his gorgeous, astonishingly talented, and absolutely amazing girlfriend, Hannah, who has encouraged him every step of the way. He would also like to dedicate this performance to his loving daughter, who inspires him every day.
So now let’s gather around the campfire and sing our campfire song, the C A M P F I R E S O N G song. Please keep your flashlights close, and whatever you do… don’t wander off into the woods
Thank you to Antifashion Resale for costumes and mannequin dressing.
A big thank you to Erin Smith - Practitioner of the visual arts, set design, decoration and production photographer
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