Holly Jolly Holiday Weekend, featuring A charlie brown christmas
Performance Dates: Dec. 11-14
Runtime: 2 hours
Audience: All Ages
Location: Jubilee Theater Center
109 Commercial Street, Marshfield, MO
Holiday Fun for the Whole Family
Join Marshfield Community Theatre for a magical weekend full of festive fun and heartwarming entertainment. Each evening, we will present a 30-minute one-act production of A Charlie Brown Christmas followed by a special event that makes every night unique. Bring the whole family and celebrate the holiday season with us!
a charlie brown christmas
The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas.
A Charlie Brown Christmas Cast List
Charlie Brown - Harper Phelps
Snoopy - Miliani Kloster
Lucy - Luna Mesick
Linus - Toby Palmgren
Pig Pen - Hayleigh Salsig
Frieda - Alexis Doop
Schroeder - Matthew Carroll
Violet - Lucy Hepworth
Sally - Abbie Hoffman
Patty - Sierra Smith
Shermy - Hannah Atwell
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Harper Phelps
Charlie Brown
Harper is excited to be returning to the MCT stage as Charlie Brown! Harper has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Legally Blonde the Musical and Speed Date. Outside of MCT, Harper has been involved with Clue: On Stage and Addams Family. In his free time, Harper enjoys hanging out with his friends. He would like to thank his friends, family, and Grandpa Tom.
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Miliani Kloster
Snoopy
Miliani is excited to be returning to the MCT stage as Snoopy! Miliani has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Legally Blonde the Musical, Grease Jr, The Lion King Jr, The Little Mermaid Jr, and High School Musical. Miliani has also helped behind the scenes in Peter Pan Jr, Finding Nemo Jr., and The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. Outside of MCT, Miliani has been involved with Legally Blonde and The Little Mermaid. In her free time, Miliani enjoys being involved with the youth at her church, dancing, and hanging out with her friends. Miliani would like to give a special thanks to God and to her family for always supporting her.
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Luna Mesick
Lucy
Luna Mesick (Lucy) is excited to take the stage with Marshfield Community Theatre on this production. You may have seen her as young Simba in The Lion King Jr. or Flotsam in the Little Mermaid Jr. Luna is a freshman at Central High School. In her spare time she enjoys playing guitar, participating in the Kilties and hanging out with her cat, Gilbert. She would like to thank her family for their support and Toni for this opportunity.
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Toby Palmgren
Linus
Toby is a first time performer on the stage and with Marshfield Community Theater. Toby is in the 8th grade and homeschooled. He enjoys survival skills, drawing, videogames and playing the trombone in the homeschool band. Toby is thankful for everyone who has believed in him and supported him!
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Hayleigh Salsig
Pig Pen
Hayleigh is excited to be returning to the MCT stage! Hayleigh has previously been seen in Speed Date, Lion King Jr, and The Little Mermaid Jr with MCT. She has also been seen in the MJHS productions of Madagascar and James and the Giant Peach. Hayleigh has also helped with concessions for Night of the Living Dead, Leaving Iowa, Peter Pan Jr, Finding Nemo Kids, High School Musical, A Charlie Brown Christmas, and Puffs. In her free time, Hayleigh enjoys playing video games, watching TV, playing with her dogs, and making sweet tea. Hayleigh would like to give a special thanks to her parents, Rachel and Zac Salsig, and to her sister, Emma for helping build her courage to do plays.
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Alexis Doop
Frieda
Alexis Doop is 16 years old. She is currently a sophomore at K12 online school, and works at the TreeHouse daycare in Marshfield. She is also an active member at S.H.O.P Minister in Fordland. She enjoys hanging out with her friends, playing with her dog Spicy, watching the Kansas City Chiefs with her family, and baking cookies with her Memaw. Her favorite holiday is Christmas! This is her first production and she is excited for many more!
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Matthew Carroll
Schroeder
This is Matthew Carroll’s 2nd show at MCT. Matthew made his MCT debut this summer as Sundeep and Nikos in Legally Blonde. Most recently Matthew preformed in String at Strafford High School, where he attends as a junior. Matthew would like to thank his family and friends for their support.
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Lucy Hepworth
Violet
Lucy Hepworth (Violet) is a book-a-holic, has a contagious giggle, and can be caught holding her chickens. She is excited to take the stage for her 4th show with Marshfield Community Theatre. She loves the challenge of going "off book" and learning new choreography. From being a Gull (Little Mermaid), Nibs a Lost Boy (Peter Pan), Jib a Narrator (Finding Nemo) to being her mom's favorite color.... I mean Violet, she hopes you enjoy the show!
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Abbie Hoffman
Sally Brown
Abbie is excited to be returning to the MCT stage as Sally! Abbie has previously been seen in the MCT productions of Legally Blonde the Musical, Aladdin Jr, Frozen Jr, 101 Dalmatians, The Lion King Jr, Descendants, Peter Pan Jr, Night of the Living Dead, and High School Musical. She has helped behind the scenes in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever and Death By Chocolate. Outside of MCT, Abbie has been seen in James and the Giant Peach and Shrek at MJHS, as well as Into the Woods andThe Music Man at MHS. In her free time, Abbie enjoys reading.
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Sierra Smith
Patty
Sierra is excited to be returning to the MCT stage as Patty! Sierra has previously been seen in multiple MCT productions, most recently Legally Blonde the Musical, Speed Date, A Charlie Brown Christmas, and High School Musical. Sierra has also helped behind the scenes as assistant director in 2 productions. Outside of MCT, Sierra has been involved in Freaky Friday, Frozen Jr, Little Shop of Horrors, Addams Family, as well as directed The Wizard of Oz. In her free time, Sierra enjoys spending time with her friends and doing theater. Sierra would like to give a special thanks to her mom for always supporting her in all of her theater adventures.
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Hannah Atwell
Shermy
Hannah has been with MCT since before she could walk—literally. Dubbed the “Prop Baby” during Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, she’s been part of the theatre family from day one.
Hannah has been in many of MCT’s stage productions, including Peter Pan Jr., The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Finding Nemo Kids, MCT’s Junior High Troupe, The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. as the King of the Cool Kids. Recently she sang a duet with her older sister in MCT’s Silver Screens and performed in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.
Behind the scenes, she’s helped with just about everything—props, costumes, sets, and more.
Hannah is grateful for her family and friends.
Holly Jolly Holiday Weekend Events
Thursday, Dec. 11
Step into a night where inclusivity shines brightly with our Embracing Abilities event, brought back by popular demand from our 2023 Arts Fest.
Embracing Abilities is a celebration of the remarkable talents within our community, showcasing performers of all abilities. This uplifting event challenges preconceived notions, emphasizes the beauty of diversity, and celebrates creativity in all its forms. Whether you are a family member, friend, or supporter of inclusive arts, your presence makes a difference as we honor the resilience and unique gifts of every individual. Come witness the inspiring talents of performers who show that, together, we can achieve anything.
Saturday, Dec. 13
Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree with Jingle Jams!—a high-energy night of modern holiday hits and contemporary performances that put a fresh twist on festive fun. Featuring upbeat music, dynamic vocals, and joyful creativity, this event celebrates the vibrancy of today’s holiday spirit. From pop favorites to reimagined classics, Jingle Jams! brings the season to life with rhythm, laughter, and plenty of sparkle. It’s the perfect celebration for those who like their Christmas with a little extra groove!
Friday, Dec. 12
Step into the spirit of the season with Yuletide Traditions, a heartwarming evening of classic holiday entertainment. From beloved Christmas carols to festive performances that capture the nostalgia of the holidays, this event celebrates the timeless magic that brings people together year after year. Whether you’re humming along to familiar tunes or simply soaking in the cozy cheer, Yuletide Traditions is sure to fill your heart with warmth and wonder. Join us as we honor the songs and stories that make the holiday season shine.
Sunday, Dec. 14
End the weekend with a festive flourish at our Holly Jolly Holiday Pageant! Young contestants from across the community will compete in various age categories for holiday-themed titles, showcasing their best looks and talents. More information on this event is coming soon, but it’s sure to be a charming and spirited end to a wonderful weekend.