based on the story by C.S. Lewis
Dramatized by Joseph Robinette
February 25 and 26, 2026
9:30AM, 12:30pm & 7PM
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
BAILEY STOCKHECKE (PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER) is excited to stage manage her first production with Phantom Projects. Hailing from her Spare Oom in central Illinois, she graduated with a BA in Theatre in 2021, professionally stage managed at Bradley University Theatre for several productions from ’23 to ’24, and worked at Illinois Shakespeare Festival summer of ’24 on Twelfth Night, Macbeth, and Campfire Macbeth (TYA) before moving to the LA area. In SoCal, she has had the pleasure of stage managing for the youth theatre program at Laguna Playhouse, various venues at Universal Studios Hollywood, such as WaterWorld Stunt Show, and Santa Monica Playhouse, where she managed a show for Theatre for a Small Space and where she currently runs Drunk Theatre Company every Friday night. She’s thankful for the opportunity to share this story from the War Drobe with you.
BRIANA SANCHEZ (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is a theatre major at California State University, Long Beach, where she continues to develop her craft in theater arts. Her recent projects include The Taming of the Shrew and Romeo and Juliet (Whittier ShakesTheater Co.). She is excited to join Phantom Projects Theatre Group for the first time and to be working as an Assistant Stage Manager on this production.
JARED ALVAREZ (PRODUCTION INTERN) is thrilled to be back with Phantom for The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This is his second production with the company, having previously worked on last year’s Stand and Deliver. Jared is a film student at California State University, Fullerton, where he focuses on storytelling, production, and visual media, and enjoys applying those skills to live performance. He also serves as the Technical Director at his local church, where he oversees sound, lighting, and production design. Jared is grateful to be part of this production and excited to collaborate with such a talented and dedicated team.
NATALIE BASERGA (PRODUCTION INTERN) is ecstatic to be a part of this production. She is excited to work with this amazing cast and crew to bring this incredible story to the stage. In the past, she has also performed in Phantom Project’s #TheSocialMediaPlay and Through These Eyes. She is endlessly thankful for all the support from her family and friends in this chapter of her life. She is elated for this opportunity that God has placed before her and hopes to remind others of the True King with this production.
JACOB ANTISDEL (SOUND DESIGNER) is super excited to be working on his first La Mirada Theatre show with Phantom Projects! Jacob has been working with Phantom since February 2025. He graduated this year from Cal State Dominguez hills with a BA in Audio Engineering. Jacob is thankful with the opportunity to work with such incredible talent and creatives for “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” and hopes you enjoy the show! He would like to thank his family and his girlfriend Jennifer for their continued support.
Zoe Wilber (Costume Designer, Props Master) graduated from Chapman University in 2021 with a BFA in Theatre Performance. She has been the general manger for Phantom Projects since Fall 2023, prop master/set dresser since Fall 2024 and resident costume designer for Phantom Projects Theatre productions since Fall 2022.
TACK SAPPINGTON (ASLAN) is overjoyed to take part in Phantom’s production of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Tack is from Clinton, Oklahoma and moved to Los Angeles in 2022 to pursue a career in film and television. He has since been cast in over 10 short films, 2 features, music videos, commercials, TV pilots, and web series (including several episodes of Dhar Mann). His theatre journey began in 2023 upon becoming a member of The Group Rep at the Lonny Chapman Theatre. His recent credits include Ed Carmichael in You Can’t Take It with You and Frank Hackett in the West Coast premiere of Network.
MICHELLE DE LA PENA (WHITE WITCH) is delighted to be a part of this special production for her debut at La Mirada Theatre with Phantom Projects! Some of her favorite past roles include Nedriss in Jedi Training Trials of the Temple at the Disneyland Resort, Esmeralda in Hunchback of Notre Dame, Pearl in Starlight Express, and Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls. Michelle has also worked as a puppeteer for Fox, Disney+, IGTV, and HBO among others. When not performing, she works building puppets with her husband Aran and their company, Pro Puppet Makers. She would like to thank her friends and family for their unlimited support and to dedicate this performance to her two new daughters: Ripley and Arya. They don’t know it yet, but they are the true “Great Magic”.
AVA GISELLE FIELD (LUCY) is thrilled to be making her debut with Phantom in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Ava was recently on the La Mirada stage as Bielke in Fiddler on the Roof (McCoy Rigby). Other credits include Young Anna (u/s) in Frozen (5-Star Theatricals), Jojo in Seussical (HSAC), Marta in The Sound of Music (JWRC), and Susan in Miracle on 34th Street (West Valley Playhouse). Other favorite roles also include Peter Pan, Jane Banks, and Flounder. Ava does voiceover work and has filmed several short films and microdramas. When not singing, dancing, and acting, Ava loves playing soccer and spending time with her dog, Dixie, and her family. Huge thanks to Steve and the Phantom team for this amazing opportunity!
CHARLIE FIRLIK (EDMUND) is thrilled to join Phantom’s production of The Lion, The Which, and The Wardrobe and make his debut at La Mirada Theater. Previous theatrical credits include Young Simba (The Lion King), Michael Banks (Mary Poppins), Young Guido (Nine), Colin Craven (The Secret Garden), the Artful Dodger (Oliver), Kurt (The Sound of Music), Chip (Beauty & the Beast), Crutchy (Newsies), the Mad Hatter (Alice in Wonderland), Bruce (Matilda), Timmy (Bright Blue Sky), Young Boy Tom (Robin Hood), Abel (Children of Eden), and P.T. Barnum (The Greatest Showman). Charlie earned a Helen Hayes Award for his performance as Young Guido in Andy Blankenbuehler’s Nine at The Kennedy Center in August 2024, performing alongside Tony Award winners and original cast members from Hamilton. His screen and voice-over work includes projects for Netflix, Peacock, and Apple TV, as well as national commercials for Walmart, A&W, Kellogg’s, and last summer’s Superman Movie. Charlie is a member of SAG-AFTRA and the All-American Boys Chorus and sends special thanks to Phantom Projects for this opportunity, and to his family, coaches, mentors, and agents at DDO.
EMILIE ONG (SUSAN) is excited to return to the Phantom Project and the theater where she started her professional career. Previous performances at La Mirada include the Sound of Music, Joseph and The Giver. Emilie has performed at A Christmas Story the Musical at the Ahmanson Theatre and most recently in the National Tour of Dr. Suess’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. She can also be seen/heard on at The Academy Awards 2024 (singer) and Yo Gabba GabaLand (voiceover)! Grateful for Calli Company, DDO, family, friends, and God! Miss you Grandma!
MAX ZAZIK (PETER) is thrilled to be heading to Narnia and making his Phantom Projects Theatre Group Debut! Max is a 9th Grader in the Acting Conservatory at the Orange County School of the Arts. Favorite past roles include two seasons in “A Christmas Carol” at South Coast Repertory (Boy Scrooge, Turkey Boy), “13 The Musical” at Huston Performing Arts (Brett), “New Play Festival 11” at OCSA (Agent Edwards) and “Shrek! The Musical” at Musical Theater Orange County (Lord Farquaad). In 2019 he understudied and performed as Michael Darling in “Peter Pan” with McCoy Rigby Entertainment in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He has appeared in several short films and commercials. Max has been studying piano for the past eight years and is currently the pianist for a local high school jazz band. He hopes you enjoy the show!
SARAH FRAZIN (FENRIS ULF) is thrilled to join Phantom’s The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe! She is a graduate of UC San Diego’s theatre program, where she received her BA in Theatre with an emphasis in Acting. She grew up taking acting classes at Tony Award-winning theatre South Coast Repertory, where she also performed in their annual professional production of A Christmas Carol. Sarah was awarded the Jacob and Rita Bronowski Theatre Prize in June 2024. She most recently performed as Marcy Kleiner in Ravenscroft at Whittier Community Theatre, and as Lucy in Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors at No Square Theatre in Laguna Beach. She feels so grateful to be a part of this show, and can’t wait for you to see it! Selected credits include: Men On Boats (UCSD), Romeo and Juliet (UCSD), The Tempest (UCSD), Fifty Boxes of Earth (UCSD), Circle Mirror Transformation (UCSD), ALLELO (Art Produce), In Every Generation (San Diego Repertory Theatre).
SANTIAGO TONELLLI (DWARF) Santiago is an Argentine-born and raised performer currently pursuing a BFA in Acting at Azusa Pacific University. He is thrilled to be making his debut with Phantom Projects Theatre! Theater credits include: The Princess Bride, John Proctor is the Villain and The Red Coat. Film: Marcado, One Choice, Symmetry and the lines between, among others. To my parents, whose unwavering support has carried my artistic journey forward. To my brother, my greatest source of admiration and inspiration, and to my sister. To Jake McLean, for helping me recognize the beauty and worth of my dreams. To Nesti, for challenging me to elevate my art beyond what I thought possible, and to Ingrid Hart, for standing by me through moments of professional trial and growth. And to my friends and the rest of family, both here and back in Buenos Aires, whose love spans every distance. Por último, a ese chico que jamás imaginó que llegaría a actuar frente a mil personas.
CASPER BRYANT (TUMNUS) is delighted to embody the spirit of Tumnus in Phantom’s The Lion, the Witch and The Wardrobe. For the last several seasons, The Phantom Projects team has welcomed Casper onstage and off, helping make theatre accessible for those who are neurodivergent. Casper is currently working on middle grade novels, and is agented with Ann Rose of Tobias Agency. When he isn’t writing or acting, you might find Casper creating murals, chalk art, or face paint and makeup designs. Casper is especially grateful to his older brother, Jimmy, for encouraging him to show up authentically in the world. As the bumbling Wizard ‘Ego’ in A Canterbury Tale from the Wife of Bath, Casper’s brother inspired him in a middle school cafeteria that he commanded like a Broadway stage. And that performance changed Casper’s life. Casper would like to thank everyone who has encouraged him to be himself. As Aslan would say, “You doubt your value. Don’t run from who you are.” This one’s for you Jimmy.
CHRISTIAN BERNARDO (CENTAUR) is absolutely delighted to debut in his first stage production with Phantom Projects! As a part time fantasy nerd, movie buff, and popcorn lover he is thrilled to take the journey to Narnia on stage. He gives special thanks to his instructors at the Actor’s Studio of Orange County as well as the family, friends, and partner who have always pushed him to dream bigger.
CAYLA SHAE O’NEIL (UNICORN) is excited to be a part of her first production post graduation! She wants to thank Phantom for giving her this opportunity, as well as all of her family and friends who encourage her to follow her dreams. To the audience members reading this: Enjoy the show!
ASHTON HAUGEN (MRS. BEAVER) is delighted to join her first production with Phantom Projects. Some of her recent stage credits include Gimli (Fellowship! A Lord of the Rings Parody Musical, The Maverick Theatre), Jenna Williams (Chameleon The Musical, Intuitive Artists), Poppy (Family Dinner, AnyWay Productions Greenhouse 10-Minute Play Festival), and Limerick (Pirates Vs. Leprechauns, The Wayward Artist). A proud member of NAVA, Ashton is an experienced Voice Actor and Audiobook Narrator with over 200 titles narrated. She loves being an instructor at LCAD, teaching “Acting for Animators,” and hopes to inspire the next generation of artists to pursue their passions. Big lub to fam, pals, and Ian.
CORBIN M. MONGOLO (MR. BEAVER) is a Cal State LA student in the final semester of his Senior Year. Corbin is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Theatre Arts focused on Performance, the goal of pursuing a career in TV; with plans on moving to Atlanta, GA this summer. Corbin is a proud Navy Reservist and Active Duty Veteran who brings his distinctive talent and life skills to his art.
ERIC M. SCHIFFER (FATHER CHRISTMAS) is thrilled to return to the La Mirada Theatre stage following his memorable experience last year with Phantom Projects portraying Otto Frank in The Diary of Anne Frank. When not running his own law practice, Eric thoroughly enjoys participating in southern California’s vibrant theater scene. Eric recently appeared as Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof (Long Beach Playhouse) and Mr. Mushnik in Little Shop of Horrors (Newport Theater Arts Center). Other favorite roles include Lloyd in Noises Off, Edgar Chesterfield in Ben Hur, Hercule Poirot in Murder on the Orient Express, Caldwell B. Cladwell in Urinetown, Trekkie Monster in Avenue Q, Mr. Krabs in Sponge Bob the Musical, and Prof. Callahan in Legally Blonde. Eric would like to thank his family and friends for their support. Enjoy the magic!
WAYNE GREEN (ELF) is thrilled to make their debut with Phantom Projects! They were last seen in Fullerton College’s production of Anon(myous) as Mr. Mackus/ Zyclo/ Strygal. Some of their favorite and most roles have been Chuck (She Kills Monsters) and Ceasar (How Did Edward Loose His Accent).
MADRID LONDON CASTILLO (ENSEMBLE) is a young, professional, bilingual triple threat Actress born and raised in LA. Credits include Shrek, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Aladdin, The Lion King, Seussical and Annie, all with Stagelight Family Productions. She also trains and performs with Ms. Charlene Godinez’s Broadway Stars, including 9 to 5, Beauty and The Beast, Mary Poppins, Nightmare Before Christmas, West Side Story, and Newsies. Madrid loves to dance and sing at Stagelight, as well as with EverybodyDanceLA, where she forms a part of their Dance Company I. Madrid sings with Luis Ávila in St. Mary of the Assumption’s Youth Choir, as well as with Bishop Amat’s Junior Lancer Choir, under the direction of Ms. Micaela Macaraeg. She currently trains in Acting with Ms. Victoria Tamez. Madrid’s most recent film credits include features ‘Her Choices’, and ‘Laced’. Madrid is ecstatic and grateful to be working with Phantom Theatre Project’s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
GIANINA LISELLE (ENSEMBLE) is delighted to be making her debut with Phantom Projects Theatre Group. Recent credits include “Unvexed”, “The Rise of Mr & Mrs Mafia”, and Photo Vogue 2026 Festival Selection- “A Woman Is…”.
ISABELLE FRASER (ENSEMBLE), age 12, is delighted to make her La Mirada Theatre debut in her third production with Phantom Projects. A dedicated young performer, she has loved being part of eleven musical theatre productions and is excited to take on her first non-musical role. For Isabelle, every show is a chance to learn something new, connect with new friends, and create a little magic along the way.
DIMA IBRAHIM (ENSEMBLE) is excited to join the Phantom Project’s production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. She has also performed in Phantom’s summer youth musicals, “Matilda Jr.” and “Seussical Jr.” When not performing, Dima enjoys roller-skating, writing graphic novels and keeping crickets as pets.
NASSER IBRAHIM (ENSEMBLE) is thrilled to be part of Phantom Project’s production of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. He previously loved performing in Phantom’s all-youth summer musical, Seussical Jr. When not on stage, Nasser can often be found tap-dancing on a sidewalk in a flat cap, cleaning up the beach, or collecting coins from around the world. He enjoys playing piano by ear and is currently challenging himself by memorizing the digits of π and the elements of the Periodic Table.
ANDY LAM (ENSEMBLE) is excited to be making his La Mirada Theatre and Phantom Projects debut. Previous performances include Alice in Wonderland (animal ensemble) and A Christmas Carol (youth ensemble) both at Rose Center Theater and Super Mario Bros the Musical (Koopa General) and the Little Mermaid (Max) at Center Stage Studios. Andy has also performed around Southern California, the United States, and Asia as part of the concert choir of the All-American Boys Chorus (AABC). A 4th grader, Andy enjoys skiing, swimming, playing piano, reading, and all things space and science related. He would like to thank the Phantom Projects staff for this tremendous opportunity and thank his family and friends for all their support, love, and encouragement.
OWEN MIKKELSON (ENSEMBLE) is excited to join Phantom Projects for the production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe!
PALOMA NAVARRO (ENSEMBLE) feels genuinely privileged to participate in such an enjoyable and wonderful production with Phantom Projects Theatre Group. As a fourth-year Theater Arts major at Mount San Antonio College, she is excited to graduate this June and to enhance her skills alongside such a gifted cast. Her past performances featured Frankenstein, Student One-Acts, and Anna in the Tropics, all of which were showcased at Mount San Antonio College. Paloma wishes to express all her gratitude to all her amazing friends and family for their support on this extraordinary journey of hers.
CASSIDY TSAI (ENSEMBLE) is 8 years old and thrilled to join this production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. She started learning piano at 4 years old, dance (Ballet and Jazz) at 5 years old and singing since 7 years old. She’s participated in some piano and singing competitions, and achieved gold and silver rewards. She also was involved in “A Christmas Carol” and received very positive feedback from the producer, actors and audiences.
