PLAYBILL
Book, Music and Lyrics by
Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez
Book Adapted by
Lindsay Anderson
Music and Orchestrations Adapted and Arranged by
Myrana Conn
Disney's Finding Nemo Kids
is presented through special arrangement with
and all authorized materials are supplied by
Music Theatre International
New York, NY
(212) 541-4684
mtishows.com
Based on the 2003 Disney / Pixar film Finding Nemo written by Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds and directed by Andrew Stanton
Friday, June 19th, 2026 at 3pm
Goodwin Hall
inside Meridian Music School
845 W. Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032
CAST
Maddy
Nemo
Maddy will be a 6th grader at ZMS. She loves singing and performing including Show Choir at her school and competitive gymnastics. Her favorite musical is Wicked and she is very excited to play the role of Nemo.
Griffin
Marlin
Griffin is so excited to be onstage again this summer. His previous roles include Charlie in Willy Wonka in the Chocolate Factory and JoJo in Seussical. Griffin is 11 years old and will be in fifth grade. He enjoys hockey, playing guitar, math, and making comics.
Grace
Dory
Grace, age 10, is going into 6th grade at Clay Middle School. She has been performing in theater productions for the past three years and is excited to share her passion with the audience tonight! When she's not rehearsing, she enjoys singing, roller blading, playing softball, play with her puppy and hanging out with her friends.
Stella
Nigel
Stella, age 13, is an incoming 8th grade student at Heritage Christian School. Stella enjoys her dance classes in her free time including jazz, musical theater, ballet, and her performance company. Outside of dance Stella enjoys reading and hanging out with friends.
Marybeth
Tiller
Marybeth is 11 and is thrilled to be performing in this show! She loves being on stage and bringing characters to life. Outside of theater, she enjoys hanging out with friends, cheer, being crafty, traveling with family, and laughing way too much. She is so grateful for this opportunity!
Kenzie
Jib
Kenzie, age 11, will be in 6th grade at Carmel Middle School. Kenzie loves acting and performing in musicals. Outside of performing, she enjoys soccer, Girl Scouts, and being with friends and family.
Charlotte N.
Anchor / Young Turtle 1 / Jellyfish
Charlotte, age 8, is an incoming 2nd grader at Woodbrook Elementary. She loves singing, dancing, drawing, reading, playing piano, playing soccer, and spending time with her kittens, Stevie and Beau. She also enjoys playing soccer and being active outdoors. Charlotte has had a wonderful time making new friends and learning songs at summer camp, and she is thrilled to be part of her first musical performance!
Josie
Chum / Young Turtle 2 / Jellyfish
Josie, age 8, is an incoming 2nd grader at Woodbrook Elementary. She enjoys playing the piano, reading, drawing, singing, dancing, playing soccer, and spending time with her kittens, Stevie and Beau. Josie is excited to be participating in her first musical performance and has enjoyed being part of the summer camp experience. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Rowan
Bubbles / Seahorse 1 / Jellyfish
Rowan is 9 years old and will be starting 4th grade. She enjoys gymnastics, cheer, soccer, reading, and having fun with her family and friends. She is excited to make her stage debut in Finding Nemo!
Amelia
Kai / Breeze / Seahorse 2 / Jellyfish
Amelia, age 10, is an incoming 6th grader at Clay Middle School. She enjoys playing the piano, reading, gymnastics, volleyball, jumping on the trampoline, and spending time with her kittens, Stevie and Beau. Amelia will be learning how to play the cello in her upcoming school year. Amelia is excited to be participating in her first musical performance and has enjoyed being part of the summer camp experience. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Charlotte M.
Professor Ray / Gurgle / Fish
We are excited to have Charlotte M. on our stage this afternoon! Break A Leg!
Frankie
Gill / Pearl's Parent / Sea Chorus / Fish 1
Francesca “Frankie” Riggs is a rising sixth grader at Zionsville West Middle School who loves gymnastics, musical theater, and spending time with friends and family. As a competitive gymnast, she’s used to performing in front of crowds, but she’s excited to take the stage in Finding Nemo. Frankie is a huge fan of Wicked and is thrilled to be part of this underwater adventure
Zoey
Bruce / Sheldon's Parent / Sea Chorus
We are excited to have Zoey on our stage this afternoon! Break A Leg!
Luca
Bloat / Sheldon
Luca Ferraro is 8 years old and will be entering 3rd grade at Smoky Row Elementary this fall. A naturally artistic and creative spirit, he has a passion for music and the performing arts. Luca is excited to take the stage and share his talents with a live audience in this week’s performance of Annie.
Annie
Peach / Tad
Annie is a second grader. She is thrilled to be in her first musical with her sister Maddy. Her favorite musical is Matilda and she also enjoys tumbling, soccer and basketball.
Nora
Pearl / Squirt / Crab
Nora is so excited to be onstage again after debuting last summer as Mrs. Gloop in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Nora is 8 years old and will be in third grade. She enjoys dance, cheer, singing, and drawing.
Ivy
Crush / Tad's Parent / Fish
Ivy, age 12, is an incoming 6th grader at Heritage Christian School. Ivy enjoys playing piano in her free time and has taken lessons for the past few years. Ivy is looking forward to growing more in piano as well as the violin at school. Outside of playing instruments, Ivy enjoys taking jazz, ballet, and contemporary classes
Song List
One Dedicated Father
Big Blue World
Abduction
Dory's Ditty
Fish Are Friends Not Food
We Swim Together
Just Keep Swimming (Part 1)
Just Keep Swimming (Part 2)
Go With The Flow
We Swim Together (Reprise)
Just Keep Swimming Together
Finale (Part 1)
Finale (Part 2)
Bows
Production Team
Ji-Eun Lee
Executive Director
Amanda Archer
Artistic Director
Sarah Gibson
Assistant Director
Doug Whisman
Set Designer
Doug Whisman
Light/Sound Engineer
Special Thanks
A Heartfelt thank you to all the parents and families of our youth theater students for your incredible dedication and support. Your commitment to the performing arts and to our school helps create a vibrant, creative community where young artists can truly shine. We are grateful to have you as part of our theater family!
Production Photos
