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Sense and Since-A-Hillbilly
September 3-12, 2021

Tim Nicholson (Vernon)
This is Tim's first show with Trackside Theater. He did multiple shows in high school and has been acting in haunted attractions for over 20 years. Tim likes to spend his free time with his wife and children.

Jadin Stewart (Randal)
Jadin Stewart grew up in Shenandoah Valley. He was a filmographer, filming weddings and short films, which he occasionally acted in as a hobby. However, this is his first theatrical play. His favorite thing about being in the play is getting to preform next to his wife, Meg Stewart, who is playing Petunia Bennett.

Meg Stewart (Petunia Bennett)
Meg Stewart grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. She’s been acting in various plays since middle school, but this is her first role Trackside Theater. Her favorite part of playing Petunia is making people laugh.

Jenna Heffner (Sadie Mae/stage crew)
Jenna Heffner grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. She studied all forms of dance since she was four and continues teaching dance at a studio in Harrisonburg. She performed in The Mitten, The Tangerine Bear, Peter Pan, and in various other dance concerts. This is her first time at Trackside Theater.

Tina Switzer (Peachy Anne)
Tina has lived in Luray for over 20 years and has been on or behind the Trackside stage since 2012, often with her family (3 daughters and hubby). She is currently on the nursing faculty at JMU School of Nursing and is the co-owner of a local record store and an honest to goodness crazy cat lady (not by choice).

Rachel Aleshire (Sherriff Edith "Eddie" Brown)
Rachel is a graduate of Bridgewater College. She has been involved with theater since she was nine years old and hopes to continue to be involved for years to come.

Lisa Aleshire (director)
Lisa has been with Trackside Theater since 2012 and has been on the board of directors since 2014. Since then she has been involved with acting, directing and crew for over 20 productions. She is so happy to be a part of this wonderful theater that has provided an outlet for some very talented members of our community and surrounding areas. She says that It is a joy to watch the actors grow into their characters and to see how close the cast gets during the months leading up to opening night.
Steel Magnolias
March 6–15, 2020

Detra Tutton as Clairee
Detra was bitten by the theater bug as a freshman at Bridgewater College, too many years ago, and has enjoyed the last two years on stage at Trackside. She adores her three daughters and spends her weekdays teaching English at their school, FRCS, grateful for the unending support of her family and friends.

Kelly Ann Zitzer as Truvy
Kelly caught the acting bug at Trackside Theater in 2012 and has performed in many local productions since. When not performing onstage, Kelly enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and friends.

Lisa Aleshire as M'lynn
Lisa has been acting and directing for many years. This show has a special place in her heart, and she would like to dedicate her performance to her momma, the strongest woman she knows.

Nia Rivere as Annelle
Nia has been an avid actress on the Trackside stage since 2013, and they haven't been able to get rid of her yet. She is very excited to play a role unlike any of her previous ones before, and she hopes to provide something to Anelle that has never been seen before.

Rachel Aleshire as Shelby
Rachel is a senior at Bridgewater College and will be graduating soon with her Bachelor's degree in Communications Technology and Culture. Rachel has been involved with theater since she was nine years old and hopes to continue to be involved even after she graduates.

Tina Switzer as Ouiser
Tina has lived in Luray for over 20 years and has been on or behind the Trackside stage since 2012, often with her family (3 daughters and hubby). She is currently on the nursing faculty at JMU School of Nursing and is the co-owner of a local record store and an honest to goodness crazy cat lady (not by choice).

Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The Steel Magnolias cast practicing the "Hit her!" scene, breaking the tension of the moment with laughter.

Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The Steel Magnolias cast practicing the "Hit her!" scene, breaking the tension of the moment with laughter.