Staff

Juli Turell is over the moon to be performing in her first show with SRT! Originally from Florida but now based here in Sonora, she is honored to be joining the SRT family. Juli is a Saint Leo University graduate with a double bachelor’s in Psychology and Theatre, with a specialization in Music. Some of her favorite credits include Shrek The Musical (Dance Captain, Ensemble), The Wizard of Oz (Dorothy), The Sound of Music (Liesl), and Guys and Dolls (Ensemble). Juli is a multi-hyphenate theatrical artist who loves the work she does, whether it’s onstage or offstage. She is truly in love with the visual and performing arts. Even in her free time, she loves to work on other artistic endeavors, such as crochet, painting, writing, video editing, and much more! Juli would like to thank everyone at SRT for being such a welcoming and kind team, and for accepting her wholeheartedly into the fold! She would also like to thank her partner, Elizabeth, for her unwavering love and support. Love you, Otter!

Jason Wells is absolutely delighted to be making his SRT debut with Million Dollar Quartet Christmas! Some of his recent credits include: Adam (Freaky Friday), Hans (Cabaret), and Drums (Little Shop of Horrors). He’s a graduate of the Pacific Conservatory Theatre Professional Actor Training Program and when he’s not onstage, he’s likely behind the scenes making costumes, building props, or putting sets together. He’d like to thank all his friends and family, specifically his father, for inspiring him to become “The King” he is today.

Brenda O’Brien began her theater career in San Diego, where she was seen as Judas in Godspell, Louise in Gypsy, Nicki in Sweet Charity, and Viola in Twelfth Night (to name a few). She received awards for her roles as Ouisa in Six Degrees of Separation, Joan in Dames at Sea, Aldonza in Man of La Mancha, and Electra in Gypsy. Brenda then went on to perform as Svetlana in the 1st National tour of Chess. Soon after she began portraying Carmen San Diego on the PBS television show and video games. In addition to acting, Brenda is an accomplished make-up artist and hairdresser for TV, Film, and Theater. She received her 25 years on Broadway pin in 2019 for her work on Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Les Misérables, Jekyll & Hyde, and Disney’s The Lion King. SRT Audiences might remember her as Tanya in Mamma Mia (2018), or as Tootie in Meet Me in St. Louis (2021). So glad to be back!

With 15 years experience and passion for the theatre, Jesse has learned a thing or two about creating stage magic. He recently traded in the city lights for the mountain air of Jamestown. Born and raised in Fremont, Ihe is very proud to be a part of the SRT family.

Kevin Heath is SRT’s Development Manager and a Resident Acting Company Member. Previous SRT credits include Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (Santa), Into the Woods (Steward), Misery (Buster), Clue (Mr. Green), Elf The Musical (Santa/Greenway), Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Grimsby), and Agatha Christie’s Murder on The Orient Express (Michel). His acting career started in New York and Boston before moving to California where he co-founded Limelight Actors Theater. Bay Area production credits include The Velocity of Autumn (Chris), The Outgoing Tide (Jack), and The 39 Steps (Hannay). Kevin is beyond grateful for his rock, Alan.

Maggie Braun (Stage Manager) is thrilled to be back at her theatre home! SRT: Steel Magnolias, Murder on the Orient Express, Route 66, The Wizard of Oz, Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, and Million Dollar Quartet. With her associate degree in Theater from Modesto Junior College, she is proud to have her dream job here in Sonora. She would like to thank her family, best friends, and Connor for supporting her in her journey of chasing her dreams. “Look ma, I made it!”

Kaitlyn has always been interested in art, painting and overall creating. Her parents even recall me making colorful messes using whatever she could get my hands on. She was first drawn to scenic artistry and theater painting after seeing The Wizard of Oz and seeing the different set elements that were constructed, painted and used throughout the production. Seeing the wooden house, the trees and some of the hand painted props used inspired her to investigate how she could get a job doing exactly that. When it comes to creating large scale projects, she is especially proud of the volunteer work that I have been able to do for a local elementary school’s library Book Fair.

Janetta is very pleased to be working once again in a loving and professional theatre! She received her MFA from New York University. Coming from a broad base she has managed several costume shops, worked as an assistant for Broadway and numerous regional theaters. Additionally, she was a member of Elsen Associates, the wig and makeup company. Some of her favorite work venue’s include Washington Opera, Sesame Street Live, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Alice Tully Hall, The Denver Center, Philadelphia Street Theater, Jacobs’ Pillow and Central City Opera.  Favorite shows which she has been able to design are: The Comedy of Errors, The Threepenny Opera, Tartuffe, Electra, The Turn of the Screw, Blood Wedding, Noises Off and Ragtime.