Meet the Cast and Crew of Jane Eyre
Addison Aiello
Addison Aiello (Helen Burns / Louisa Eshton / Mary Rivers) is a junior and this is her first time on stage after being in costumes for the musical last semester! Off stage you can find her playing waterpolo or hanging out with her best friends. She hopes you love the show!!!
Caroline Alley
Caroline Alley (Jane Eyre) is senior and is honored to play a title role in her third and final year with Bearden Theatre! She has previously been seen in productions such as This Girl… (Carmen), Treasure Island (Jim Hawkins), La Dispute (Egle), Hamlet (Ophelia), and Legally Blonde (Chutney). This past fall, she had the opportunity to direct the 2025 one-act production of Shadow Play. Caroline has received multiple acting and directing awards from TTA, SETC, and TASTE! Caroline has also worked as a props crew member for many of Bearden’s musicals, including The Music Man and Mary Poppins, and has been a member of Bearden’s It’s In The Jeans improv team since 2023. This past winter, Caroline played Amy March in River & Rail’s Little Women. She has had a blast working with the cast and crew of Jane Eyre, and would like to sincerely thank Bearden Theatre for shaping her into the woman she is today. The memories and lessons learned will stay with her always!
Katie Alley
Katie Alley (Theatre Educator, Director) is in her 16th year teaching theatre and directing at Bearden High School. Each spring, she and her Advanced Theatre Performance class build a world together on this stage — and this year, that world is one she knows well.
Jane Eyre was first devised on this stage in 2005. Coming back to it twenty-one years later, with a new group of students, has been very precious — a chance to remember, and to let the story live again.
To my students — thank you for making theatre with me every day. And to Devin and Caroline, thank you for filling my world with joy and for your endless support, patience, and unconditional love.
David Badillo
David Badillo (Richard Mason) is Sophomore thrilled to be playing a character who carries more emotion than he ever says aloud. He enjoys exploring the deeper motivations behind his roles and bringing subtle intensity to the stage. This is his second production with Bearden Theatre. Outside of theatre, he can usually be found singing, hanging out with friends, and at church.
Kylie Blasdell
Kylie Blasdell (Props) is a Sophomore, and this is her second show with Bearden Theatre. She loves her cats and watching productions come to life. Working behind the scenes has been so fun, and she hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre!
Ellery Carlon
Ellery Carlon (Business) is a Junior in her first semester of stage tech. She has performed in Bearden’s production of Legally Blonde. She has extensive dance training and a passion for production that she is now putting to use. In her free time, you can find her with a good book or with her family. She hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre!
Brooklynn Childress
Brooklyn Childress (Props) Is a junior, and this is her 3rd show with BHS theatre. When not in theatre, she's playing flute or hanging out with friends. She hopes none of you happen to lose an ear tonight!
Caylee Cole
Caylee Cole (Props) is a Junior, and this is her fourth year doing stage tech, and first year doing acting. If she is not in props, you can always find her reading or with friends and family. She hopes you enjoy the show and cant wait for everyone to see it!
Gracen Daniel
Gray Daniel (Props Crew Head) is a Junior, and this is her 4th show with Bearden Theatre. She is currently the Vice-President of the National Art Honors Society at Bearden. When she isn’t in the props room, you can find her fostering cats! Recently, she attended Tennessee’s Governor’s School for the Arts with a specialization in mixed-media abstraction and photography. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Katelynn Dunn
Katelyn Dunn (costumes) is a Junior and this is her second semester in tech!!! If she’s not sewing you can find her reading, baking, or practicing for colorguard! She hopes you love Jane Eyre!!
Hunter Ewing
Hunter Ewing (Set) is a Junior. This is Hunters second show. He’s previously done Legally Blonde last semester with Bearden theater. Whenever he’s not working with Bearden theatre he’s hanging out with his friends.
Elizabeth Farmer
Elizabeth Farmer (Georgiana Reed, Mary Ingram, and Ensemble) is a Junior, and this is her second show at Bearden Theatre. Her first production was in Legally Blonde, and she’s thrilled to take part in Jane Eyre. Elizabeth can be found watching her favorite comfort movies, or thrifting for underrated finds in her free time. She hopes you’ll enjoy our eyre-mazing show!
Evelyn Gager
Evelyn Gager (Costumes Crew Head) is a Junior, and this is her third show at Bearden. If she isn’t making costumes you can find her with Abby. She loves pink and having fun. She hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre!
Layla Griffey
Layla Griffey (Mrs. Reed / Blanche Ingram) is
in her Senior year and is so excited to be in this production of Jane Eyre. Layla has previously been in Bearden’s production of The Music Man, The Palace Player’s The Little Mermaid (Mersister), Bearden’s Mary Poppins (Mrs. Banks), and Legally Blonde (Elle Woods). She has previously attend the 2025 Governor’s School For the Arts studying musical theatre. She is also involved in Bearden’s choir program as a member of Bearden Singers, B-Side Acapella, and serves on choir board as the President of the choir program. Layla has previously been in All East and All State choirs. She would like to thank her mom and dad for always supporting her passions and giving their love and encouragement to her. She would also like to thank Bearden’s theatre and choir program for being a home to her and presenting her with incredible opportunities and an abundance of support.
Berkley Harris
Berkley Harris (Business) a Junior, and this is her 2nd show with Bearden Theatre. When she's not behind the scenes you can find her playing bass, watching movies, or building legos. She is so excited to be a part of such an awesome theatre program and hopes you enjoy the shows!
Taylor Haun
Taylor Haun (Edward Rochester) is a Senior, and is making his return to the stage for his sixth and final show with Bearden Theatre. He loves good storytelling, and his friends and family are what make his world spin. Off the stage, you'll find him on the Improv Comedy team or hanging out with his favorite people at Fellowship Church on Wednesday nights. He can’t wait for you to experience Jane Eyre (especially during his triple backflip scene in the second act) and, as always, kindly asks that you fill the room with thunderous applause at the end of the show! And no, he is not doing more permanent tattoo autographs. Please stop asking. It’s getting weird.
Spencer Hayman
Spencer Hayman (St. John Rivers) is a senior, and this is his third year with the Bearden Theatre department. When he’s not working in the theater; he enjoys movies, going out with friends, and hugging his dog. He’s also addicted to his music. He’s loved his time in Bearden Theatre and is excited to have one last show in Jane Eyre!
Daniela Hernandez
Daniela Hernandez (Adele / Lowood School Girl #3 / Morton School Girl #3) is a sophomore, and this is her third show with the Bearden Theatre department. She has previously been seen in La Dispute and Legally Blonde on the Bearden stage and is excited for you to watch Jane Eyre! In her free time she loves to play the guitar, sing, and meet new people! She hopes you enjoy the show!
Campbell Lacey
Campbell Lacey (Set) is a Junior. She’s very giddy, and loves to hang out with her friend Nora Johnson! (RIP stone fireplace). In addition, she misses Ben from set. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Blake Leslie
Blake Leisle (Set Crew Head) is a Senior, and this will be his 6th and final show for Bearden Theatre! If he isn’t building sets, he is probably lifting weights, eating food, or reading the Bible! He is grateful to lead a wonderful crew and put together a set. He hopes you enjoy the Jane Eyre!
Alexander Mair
Alexander Mair (Set Crew / Mr. Lloyd / Mr. Briggs / Scavenger Man) is a Senior and this is his first full show with Bearden Theatre department. He’s excited to scratch acting off of his Highschool bucket list and loves building set! When he’s not on stage or hiding in costumes he loves making bad financial decisions on Facebook marketplace, going outdoors, and hanging out with friends!
Sahalie Mann
Sahalie Mann (Props) is a Sophomore, it is her 1st year with the Bearden Theater program. If she’s not in the prop room she’s on a soccer field, hanging out at friends houses, or eating Taco Ball. She hopes that you enjoy the show!
Maya Moulden
Maya Moulden (Business) is a Junior and this is her 1st full production with Bearden Theatre. When she is not at school (or sick for the 5th time this month) you can find her doing one of her 15 million different hobbies, bribing her pittie with treats, or playing the Sims 4 on her Macbook for 8 hours straight! She is very grateful for this opportunity and hopes you enjoy the show as much as she does!
Hayden Myers
Hayden Myers (Stage Manager) is a Senior, and this is her third year with the Bearden Theatre Department and her third show as Stage Manager. When she's not pulling 40 hour workweeks in the theatre, you can find her working at Cruze Farm or cozied up with a good book. Hayden couldn't be more grateful to have Jane Eyre as her final show, and she hopes you enjoy it!
Natalie Newman
Natalie Newman (Mrs. Fairfax) is a senior who is ecstatic to perform in her fourth show with Bearden Theater and her first show in Advanced Acting! She has played roles ranging from Ensemble in The Music Man, Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins, Victoria Gayforth in Shadow Play, and Serena in Legally Blonde. She has also had the honor of attending All-East Honor Choir since freshmen year, All-State Honor Choir since sophomore year, and this year was recognized as the highest scoring Soprano 1 and overall highest scorer in East Tennessee at All-East. In 2024, she attended Tennessee Governor’s School for the Arts for Vocal Music. This will be her final bow with Bearden Theater and she cannot wait to share this beautiful story with you!
Juliet Odierna
Juliet Odierna (Costumes) Is a junior, this is her 2nd show with bearden theater. When she’s not costuming she’s spinning for the schools colorguard or drawing. She loves coffee and Coke Zero. She hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre!
Milena Painter
Milena Painter (Business Crew Head) s a Senior, and this is her 5th and final show with Bearden Theatre, having previously worked backstage on Treasure Island (2024), Mary Poppins (2024), Hamlet (2025), and Legally Blonde (2025) as a member of the business department. In her free time, you can find her drawing! This previous summer, she attended Tennessee's Governor's School For the Arts with a focus in animation and graphic design. She plans to attend ETSU with a concentration in animation.
Jack Plathe
Jack Plathe (Set) is a senior. This is his first and last semester in tech, regrettably. When he’s not back stage he is out fishing.
Jade Plathe
Jade Plathe (Props) is a junior, and this is her first show with the bearden theater. When she's not holed up in the props room, she's singing in the choir, or working at her job. She can also be found hanging out with her friends.
Lucille Powell
Lucy Powell (Miss Abbot / Miss Scattered / Grace Poole) is a Sophomore and this is her third Bearden Theatre production. Last semester, she was an actor in both the one act Shadow Play, and in the fall musical Legally Blonde. In her free time, she likes to read. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Addison Pratt
Addison Pratt (Stage Manager) is a senior and this is her 8th and final show with Bearden Theatre! She has worked set/backstage crew for Bearden’s Music Man, Treasure Island, and Mary Poppins. As well as stage managing La Dispute, Hamlet, Legally Blonde, Shadow Play, and Jane Eyre. La Dispute won 1st place at the Tennessee Theatre Associate One Act Competition 2024, and Addison has also received a “Jack of All Trades” award at the 2025 TTA competition. When not backstage, she can be found captaining the Bearden rock climbing team. She hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre!
Henry Rice
Henry Rice (John Reed) is a Junior, and loves to spend his time hanging out with his friends! He hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre as much as he does!
Shiloh Sheets
Shiloh Sheets (Props) is a Junior, and this is her first year with Bearden Theatre. When she's not working on props, she can be found at Carl Cowan park with her friends, Skatetown, or at KPOT having hotpot
Hunter Simmons
Hunter Simmons (Set) is a Senior, and this is his second show. He loves his cat Amara and his golden retriever Ruger. When he isn’t hanging out with his friends, he likes going to Campbell’s house to pet her dog and hiking. (And he works at the lobster.)
Caitlin Stout
Caitlin Stout (Set / Bessie / Miss Miller) is a senior, this is her fifth and final show with Bearden Theatre and she is very excited for her first time as an actor for the spring semester as she is also doubling and in the set crew for this show. She is also the president of NAHS and a Girl Scout, and she loves spending time with her friends and dogs after school. She has had a blast being able to act three times and be in set crew three times, and hopes you enjoy watching Jane Eyre
Abby Swanson
Abby Swanson (Costumes) is a Senior, and this is her 5th and final show with Bearden Theatre. When she's not sewing and tailoring you can find her hanging out with Evy. She has two cats that are (basically) her biological children. She hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre!!!
Charlotte Vairetta
Charlotte Vairetta (Miss Temple / Amy Eshton / Diana Rivers) Charlotte Vairetta (Miss Temple, Diana Rivers) is a Junior and this is her first term in Advanced Acting, though she’s been in the Musical Theatre program for two years. When she’s not on the stage, you’ll often find her thrifting at PlanetXchange or crushing it on the electric guitar. She is beyond excited to share this production of Jane Eyre with you and hopes you enjoy watching it as much as she enjoys performing it!
Krysta Vaughan
Krysta Vaughan (Props) is a sophomore and this is her second semester in Bearden Theatre. When not in the Props room, you can find her hanging out with her family, her best friends or being buried in a book! She hopes you enjoy Jane Eyre!!
Jacob Walters
Jacob Walters (Robert (Rochester’s Butler)) is a Senior, and plays Robert; Rochester’s butler. Jane Eyre is his first show, and he is glad to be part of theatre. He always likes an ice-cold Dr. Pepper, and is excited to end his time at Bearden High School with a bang!
McKenna Webb
McKenna Webb (Young Jane/ Lady Ingram) is a Junior at Bearden when she’s not on stage, you can find her in the band room as one of the marching bands drum majors, playing guitar with her dad, or eating taco bell! She recently attended governors school for the arts focused in vocal music. She’d like to thank her family, friends, God and her directors for making theatre such an enriching experience for her. She is excited for you to see the show and hopes you like it! #tantpis!
Zane White
Zane White (Mr. Brocklehurst / Lord Ingram / Rev. Mr. Wood) is a Senior, and this is his final show with Bearden Theatre! When he isn’t out with his friends, you can find him. He previously attended Tennessee’s Governor’s School for the Arts at MTSU with a concentration in opera. He hopes you love the show as much as he does!
Audrey Wyatt
Audrey Wyatt (Bertha Mason) is a junior, and this is her third show with Bearden Theater. She made her debut in 2024 for Mary Poppins and is excited for her first show with Mrs. Alley. In her free time, she’ll be reading or hanging out with her friends.