Cast & Creative
Alan Thicke
Alan is a seven-time Emmy nominee... often referred to as “America’s Dad” for his seven-year stint as patriarch Jason Seaver on “Growing Pains”.
Alan’s current labor of love is the sitcom/reality hybrid “Unusually Thicke” (POP net in U.S./Global net in Canada) which finds the humor in Alan’s family’s real-life exploits. The show’s instant popularity prompted a second (and third) season, airing September 2015.
He has composed over 40 TV themes, including ‘Facts of Life’ & ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ (which he sang!)
In live theatre, Alan appeared on Broadway as lawyer Billy Flynn in the musical, ‘Chicago’, and in ‘Promises, Promises’ and ‘Mame’ (Hollywood Bowl). His most recent theatre appearance was as Jack Bailey in the world premiere of “Queen For A Day: the Musical”.
Alan’s book, “How To Raise Kids Who Won’t Hate You” has been a popular sequel to his amusing “How Men Have Babies: The Pregnant Father’s Survival Guide”, now printed in 5 languages.
He works diligently for Diabetes research and the educational website, Procon.Org. Alan is happy husband to former Miami model Tanya Callau and proud ‘Pops’ to sons Brennan (Entrepreneur), Robin (Rock Star), and Carter (USC student)…as well as grandsons, Tyler (May ’08), and Julian (April ’10).
Elena Serykh
Choreographer
(pictured with Kenny Rogers. Photo by Randy Dorman)
Elena and her husband, Vadim, have been recognized for over 20 years as preeminent performers of acrobatic adagio dancing. For 8 years they were the featured act at the Showboat Branson Belle. Elena was professionally trained and completed her training at Russia's renowned Academy of Theatrical Arts. She brings her unique training to her studio, Premiere Dance Academy.
Dennison Collie
Dennison Collie is 6 years old and the youngest of 13 kids! He loves football like his Daddy, 2-time Super Bowl Champion, Bruce Collie, and being the cuteness factor to his family's YouTube vlog, TeamCollie! He made his stage debut this summer as a Munchkin in the local Emily Ann Theatre production, The Wizard of Oz, and is so excited to join The Toy Shoppe cast in spreading the Joy of Christmas!
Jadyn Collie
Jadyn Collie is 8 years old, and the 12th of 13 kids! She loves riding her family’s horses and helping at the family business, Brewster’s Pizza in Wimberley, Texas. She was in her first production as a Munchkin in the Emily Ann Theatre’s The Wizard of Oz this Summer, and she is so excited to be back on the stage singing and dancing with such an amazing cast! Merry Christmas to all!
Daltyn Collie
Daltyn Collie is a 10 year old artist, and the 11th of 13 kids! She loves singing, dancing, art, and has been in two local productions at The Emily Ann Theatre: Beauty and The Beast, and The Wizard of Oz! She owns and operates Brewster’s Pizza with her family in Wimberley, Texas. She is excited to be performing alongside her sister and brother, Jadyn and Dennison, in a play that celebrates the Christmas Spirit!!
Madison Foreman
Madison began her career at age 5 at Sunshine Performing Arts Academy. She has studied all forms of dance and at the age of 12 performed the Nutcracker with the Moscow Ballet. recently Madison has been working the Dixie Stampede at Dolly Parton's Theatre.
Olivia Kay
Internet sensation Olivia Kay has had more than 4 million hits on YouTube. That led to a performance on The View and an interview with Barbara Walters! She has appeared on the new Fox show "The Real", and on TNT's Inside The NBA with Charles Barkley. Olivia was also the guest singer at The 2015 Oklahoma Governors Ball.
Kelsey Lamb
Nashville recording artist Kelsey Lamb is a recent graduate of Ouachita Baptist University. Kelsey’s currently working in two films "Traces" and "The Dub Mallard" project as well as releasing her new solo album. The Arkansas native has won multiple national titles as a cheerleader.
Bailey Laws
Bailey Laws has been developing as a singer and entertainer since the age of 9, studying with the renowned vocal coach Diane Sheets. Bailey has notable performances as Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof and JoJo in Seussical the Musical. Last year Bailey gave a 3rd place performance in the NATS Musical Theatre competition.
Todd Rhoades
Todd Rhoades is a Chicago-based performer and choreographer. He has been a guest artist with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Soloist with Ballet Austin and Luna Negra, performed with a number of modern, jazz and contemporary dance companies. He then crossed over to opera, performing as a Principle for Lyric Opera in over 10 productions and a Soloist with Chicago Opera Theater with several productions.
Britt Prentice
Britt studied drama at the Univ. Miami and has appeared in such films as HEAD OF STATE, CHARMED & WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE. On stage Britt has performed in many national tours and has worked alongside John Travolta, Selena Gomez, and Alysa Milano. Brittprentice.com
Timothy Oman
Tim has a career spanning more than 4 decades including 10 years with the Royal Shakespeare Company, London and Artistic Director of the prestigious Riverside Shakespeare Co., NYC. As a director/producer Tim has over 250 productions to his credit.
The Writers
Kenny Rogers has had a pretty good musical career selling over 120 million albums and having number 1 hits in five decades. Wisconsin native Kelly Junkermann has produced Kenny's live Christmas show for 30 years. He has also written/produced over 30 television movies and specials and had ratings winners and award winners on all three major networks. The duo were also a world ranked ATP tennis team.
Lucas Maverick
Toy Shoppe veteran Lucas Maverick has literally grown up with the Toy Shoppe with his first appearance in the show as a baby. His acting was put on hold in the past year as his football team went undefeated and his baseball team advanced to the Cal Ripkin World Series. In the series he was honored with the CalRipkin player of the game for breaking up a no hitter.
Liz Loar
Liz Loar is an Ohio native recently moved to Chicago. She holds a BFA in Musical Theater Performance and is currently a student in The Actors Gymnasium's Professional Training Program majoring in aerial lyra. Liz enjoys multi-disciplinary performance and for the past few years, has been combining theatre, equestrian, and circus arts in various productions.
Dave Darmour
Producer / Cast
(pictured with Kenny Rogers)
A 25+ year member of the Director’s Guild, Dave Darmour has experienced many aspects of filmed and live entertainment. Dave has been working in the Kenny Rogers Camp for twenty years. In addition to his many years in commercials working as a First AD and Producer, Dave has also worked on industrials, television and feature film projects. TV production credits include Weeds, ER, Party of Five and Judging Amy and also produced a reality show pilot for LIFETIME TV and projects with Bell Atlantic and UCLA Recruitment Videos.
Starring Alan Thicke
Starring Alan Thicke
Story and Songs by Kenny Rogers
