THE PLAYS
The Bureau of Land Management
written by: Carter Yeargan
directed by by: Konnor Pound
writing mentors: Eliana Mabe,
Christopher Tracy
directing mentors: Jeff Kirwan,
Claire D. Kolheim
cast:
The Narrator - Mia Murphy
The Dealer - Nicholas Weaver
(Gabbie Johnson)
The Agent - Madden Hagood
The Magnate - Robert Soren
Meat, Mercury & Hate
written by: J Daniel Turner
directed by by: Amelia Cherhan
writing mentors: Eliana Mabe,
Christopher Tracy
directing mentors: Jeff Kirwan,
Claire D. Kolheim
cast:
DR. DAVID BRATWURST - Kawika Friskillo
JANE BRATWURST - Lyla Scurlock
MAIDILIN - Nolita Palomar
MARKUS MOUSMEAT - Benny McCluskey
Die Welt Endet
written by: Lowell CC Smith
directed by by: Cadence Cottam
writing mentors: Eliana Mabe,
Christopher Tracy
directing mentors: Jeff Kirwan,
Claire D. Kolheim
cast:
Marlow - Harper Moore
Jon - Alan Hopkins
Susan - Kendalyn Jones
Elke - Kate Peckham
Caught Red-Handed
written by: Mia Mittag
directed by by: Becca Graubart
writing mentors: Eliana Mabe,
Christopher Tracy
directing mentors: Jeff Kirwan,
Claire D. Kolheim
cast:
DETECTIVE JENKINS - Mariah Chase
ROSE - Mirabelle Maier
MAYA - Kaydence Brown
PAIGE - Caitlyn Jones
PLEASE STAY FOR A CELEBRATION
IN THE THEATER AFTER THE SHOW!
PRODUCERS’ NOTE:
At LoneTree Live, we value the voices of everyone in our community, and this weekend especially, those of our next generation of theatre artists. This weekend, for the first time ever, we welcome high school actors, writers, and directors to create new works from fresh voices. Over the past 24 hours, we have partnered our students with local theatre professionals to mentor and grow their skills to help amplify their voices. With participants from eleven schools, we are proud to represent the amazing talent that our city has to offer. We are immensely proud of the work that has been accomplished, and for the impact that this weekend will have for many years to come.
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We need unity more than ever, and what a better way to start with the future of the theatre.
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Welcome, and enjoy the show,
Domenic-Michael Andolina for Mariah Chase, Julia Hinson, Amy Rush, Lisa Sanchez-Sullivan
THANK YOU
THANKS TO: Franklin Koch, Kelly Phillips, Justin Burgess, Playhouse on the Square Education Department. Much gratitude goes to the team at The 24 Hour Plays, who supported usfrom New York as we took on this production as well as the classic, adult production a fourth year.
We are thankful for our generous donors: Memphis Pizza Cafe, Crosstown High School, J.A.Fisher Lighting Design
Tech support and lighting design provided by Jeremy Allen Fisher Lighting Design.
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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRODUCTION SPONSOR, CASH SAVER.
LoneTree Live Board of Directors
PRESIDENT: Aliza Moran
VICE PRESIDENT: Amy Rush
SECRETARY: Kristen Fisher
TREASURER: Criston Kopka
AT LARGE: Nick Weaver
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Julia Hinson
LoneTree Live is a proud member of TheatreWorks
TheatreWorks is an organization committed to providing and managing low costoffice, rehearsal, and performance space for emerging artists and performing artsgroups who share the facilities. Our mission is to provide an atmosphere of supportwhere artists are free to produce non-commercial work and to succeed or fail withoutfear and without financial strain.
UP NEXT AT THEATREWORKS
CLARK GABLE
SLEPT HERE
Closes Tomorrow!
Sunday, June 22 @ 2pm
TheatreWorks at the Square
TheatreWorks Presents
30th Anniversary Party
SEPTEMBER 6
TheatreWorks at the Square
THE ACTORS
Actors in The 24 Hour Plays introduced themselves to the entire creative team at 7pm last night. They quickly described their skills and they revealed something they always wanted to do on stage - some are living their dreams tonight! They got their scripts at 8am this morning.
Kaydence
Brown
Kaydence Brown is a rising sophomore at The Collegiate School of Memphis. Though she is primarily an actress, she has also taken on roles in stage management, direction, and fundraising for her theatre department. Outside of theatre, she loves belting out show tunes around the house.
Kawika Friskillo
I’ve been doing theatre since I was in diapers but quit shortly after elementary school. Soon after, I came to realize that my life dream was to be able to entertain people. So when I got to high school I met my rockin theatre teacher and the rest is history.
Madden Hagood
Madden Hagood is very active in community theater and you may have seen them in productions at White Station High School. In their free time, they love to read and cuddle their two cats. They’d like to thank their mom and grandma for introducing them to the theater.
Alan
Hopkins
Alan Hopkins will be a senior at Crosstown High. He is grateful to have had years of theatre experience on stages in Mississippi and Memphis as well as some film appearances. His favorite theatre memories are those when he and his mother were in cast together.
Gabbie Johnson
I’m Gabbie, I go to Lakeland prepatory school, and I am a rising senior. I love being in my schools theatre program and in my spare time I like to watch shows/movies, and hang with friends.
Caitlyn Jones
Caitlyn is a passionate ninth grader who has performed in multiple productions with Playhouse on the Square. She’s excited to keep learning, growing, and chasing her dreams on stage.
Kendalyn Jones
I am absolutely thrilled that I can be a part of this The 24 Hour Plays experience! I love acting I’ve been in 4 shows! Two of which I was the lead in. I’m going to be in 10th grade at whitestation High school! And I try to put myself out there as best as I can!
Mirabelle Maier
Mirabelle is thrilled to be chosen for the 24-Hour Plays: High School. An incoming freshman at Collierville High, she’s eager to expand her theatrical horizons. Most recently, she performed as the Apothecary in the school musical Stepsisters and looks forward to embracing new challenges on stage.
Mia
Murphy
Mia Murphy is ecstatic to do this program! She has most recently been seen in Guys and Dolls (Adelaide) at NDCT, and Chicago (Matron Mama Morton) at MUS (HSMTA Featured actress nomination). She cannot wait to perform as Eurydice in Hadestown at GCT end of summer! Enjoy the show!
Harper Moore
Harper is a Sophomore at Crosstown She loves all things creative and artistic, and has a passion for justice, equity, and inclusion. She has been surpassing obstacles since she arrived in this world at less than 2 pounds. Though she be but little, she is fierce.
Lyla
Scurlock
Lyla Scurlock has been performing since the age of 2. From ballet to stage, she is a well versed creative. Her skills include: dance, acting, directing, and writing. Currently, she is working as the assistant choreographer for the upcoming holiday musical, Ms. Christmas: A Christmas musical.
THE WRITERS
Writers for The 24 Hour Plays took inspiration from the pool of actors and a pile of props and costumes and created the stories we tell tonight, furiously writing from about 10pm last night until 6am this morning. They’re tired! They all worked together to create this evening's program.
Mia
Mittag
Mia Mittag has worked on many theatre productions in the past in roles such as stage manager and lighting designer. She reads and writes a lot in her spare time and has even published a novel.
Lowell
CC Smith
Lowell CC Smith is delighted to be making his writing debut with LoneTree Live's The 24 Hours Plays. Recent credits: Stage Management FUNTOWN BlackBox Production May 2025 Maria Montessori Theatre Company. Lowell is a rising freshman at CROSSTOWN HIGH, an avid climber, active in Scouting and volunteers at a local animal hospital.
J Daniel Turner
I'm Daniel, rising 12th grader from Millington. Been helping out their amazing theatre works for about a year now. I don't get out much and I never thought I'd make this far! But I'm eager to go even further.
Carter Yeargan
Carter Yeargan is thrilled to be participating in a second 24 Hour Plays! He is a passionate about all things theatre, a passion he picked up at his "alma matter"—Houston High. He plans to seek a BFA in Playwriting at DePaul University in the fall, and wants to thank you dearly for coming out.
THE DIRECTORS
Directors for The 24 Hour Plays worked just a little with the writers as the casts were formed, but really had no idea what adventure they’d be leading until they arrived this morning at 7am! They’ve been the creative brains behind the action and kept group energy high while keeping the atmostphere chill.
Amelia Cherhan
Amelia Cherhan is entering her freshman year at St. Benedict at Auburndale. Her favorite theatrical experiences (so far) include seeing the musicals Mean Girls and Grease. She enjoys playing guitar and is a horror film enthusiast.
Cadence Cottam
Cadence Cottam is a rising sophomore at St. Benedict. She is currently rehearsing for New Day's upcoming production of Catch Me If You Can. She would like to thank all of her friends and family for all of their support and God for giving her these talents to glorify Him.
Becca Graubart
Becca Graubart is a junior at Houston High School. Her favorite theatre experiences were assistant stage managing for Let a Little Light In and Mean Girls.
Konnor Pound
Konnor is entering 9th grade at Arlington High School this fall. He’s been around theatre and performance his whole life and has performed for ACT and POTS summer conservatory. He would like to thank his mom and dad for encouraging him to try this exciting oppurtunity. Shout out to Oma, Ollie and Grandpa!
THE MENTORS
Our adult mentors have volunteered their time to work with the students to help them develop their practical skills, soft skills such as communication and accountability, their grit by facing their fears, and, perhaps most of all, their love for theatre.
Domenic-Michael Andolina
Domenic-Michael Andolina (Co-Producer, Writing Mentor) is pursuing his MFA in Playwriting through Spalding University. A special education teacher by day, he can also be found watching documentaries, dreaming about environmental sustainability, or endlessly reading all manner of plays. He is endlessly thankful for his knight in shining amour. Forever, 26.
Evy
Allen
Evy Allen (General Mentor) is a photographer and actress who’s been performing for 8 years now. She was last seen in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Fairy) and The Glass Menagerie (Laura) at TM. “Thanks to LoneTree Live and each artist involved! Enjoy the show!”
Mariah Chase
Mariah Chase (Co-Producer, Directing Mentor) is thrilled to be back producing with Julia, Amy and Domenic and is excited to add high schoolers to the mix this year! She helped mentor the directors through this crazy process after directing a piece for the first ever The 24 Hour Plays: Memphis. Mariah relocated to Memphis in 2018 and has been seen on stages across the city.
Julia
Hinson
Julia Hinson (Co-Producer) is the founder and Executive Director of LoneTree Live. With over 20 years of experience as a director, theatre educator, and advocate for new work, she is passionate about creating space for emerging talent to grow and take risks. Julia leads programs that center collaboration, imagination, and bold storytelling. She also teaches acting at both the college and community levels and when she’s not in a theatre you can find her splashing in puddle with her 3 year old son! Thanks to all the volunteers who come together to make The 24 Hour Plays possible!
Jeff
Kirwan
Jeff Kirwan (Directing Mentor) is an area actor and director, appearing on, and lurking around stages across the region since 2017. Recent directing credits include A Particle of Dread, Art, Shockheaded Peter (AD), and The Squirrels (AD).
Claire D. Kolheim
Claire D. Kolheim (Directing Mentor) is a 5-time Ostrander Award winning singer and actress who began her directorial journey in 2022. She has directed Clyde’s, Coco Queens, Your Arms Too Short To Box With God, and Waitress. She is excited to help shape the creativity of the younger generation of directors!
Crystal
Lane
Crystal Lane (General Mentor) is thrilled to mentor young actors in this year's The 24 Hour Plays: Memphis - High School! A four-year participant with LoneTree Live's The 24 Hour Plays, she calls this whirlwind experience her favorite time of year - where bravery blooms, voices rise, and community thrives. She can't wait to see these students SHINE and be who they are meant to be!
Eliana
Mabe
Eliana Mabe (Writing Mentor) is honored to be a writing mentor in the inaugural High School T24HP! She is so proud of her students who have joined this year and thrilled to meet new, young theatremakers. Eliana is a local playwright who will start her new journey as Germantown Community Theatre's Education Director this fall. elianamabe.com | @creatively.eliana
Benny McCluskey
Benny McCluskey (General Mentor) is so excited to be with LoneTree Live's The 24 Hour Plays again this year. They want to thank everyone involved for making this experience fun and worthwhile.
Olivia
Mittag
Olivia Mittag (Stage Manager) is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful and unique production experience for the first time. Favorite credits include Into the Woods (SM) and Murder Ballad (ASM), both at the University of Memphis. Thank you for coming out and supporting live theatre and creativity!
Nolita Palomar
Nolita Palomar (General Mentor/Actor) is a recent Rhodes College grad. Her recent stage credits include Alice By Heart, A Monster Calls, Amélie, Fools, and Wire in the Garden. Offstage, she loves reading fantasy novels, scuba diving, and doing the NYT puzzles. She’d like to extend all her love to her mom for being her biggest fan, and dedicate this performance to her father, who she knows will always have the best seat in the house.
Kate Peckham
Kate (General Mentor/Actor) is so grateful to be here today with these amazing young people! She has been performing in Memphis since childhood and has loved participating in The 24 Hour Plays since they started here. She also loves crocheting and her cats, Matilda and Sampson.
Amy
Rush
Amy (Co-Producer) is the vice president of the board for LoneTree Live. She has been on the producing team for The 24 Hour Plays: Memphis since its inception and is so glad that we were able to offer this opportunity to high school students this year! Amy is an award-winning actor in the Memphis community theatre scene and has an MA in Puppet Arts from UConn.
Lisa Sanchez-Sullivan
Lisa Sanchez-Sullivan (Co-Producer) is from Petaluma, California, but has called Memphis home since 2001. She earned a BA in Theatre from Sonoma State University and has acted professionally on stage, in commercials, and in film. Recently, Lisa has been on stage in GCT's Patterns and LoneTree Live's Dance Nation and she may be found in “The Stix” on your nearest streaming platform. Lisa serves as personal trainer at Envision Fitness or in your home. She's excited to be a part of The 24 hour Plays!
Robert
Soren
(General Mentor/Actor) Native Memphian reaching new ground on the theater scene, Robert Soren is proud and very excited to make his The 24 Hour Plays debut! After the show, please check out his upcoming performance at Theater Memphis’ The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 as Eddie!
YT: https://youtube.com/@mutedmelon
Hunter Steele
Hunter Steele (General Mentor) is thrilled to be helping with The 24 hour plays. You may have seen him last in Playhouse on the Square’s Punk Rock Girl or Chicken and Biscuits, Dracula: The Bloody Truth (GCT), Spamalot (GCT), Bright Star (GCT and BPACC), Small Mouth Sounds (New Moon), Guys and Dolls (TM), and Cinderella (TM). He previously choreographed and directed Alice by Heart at Rhodes Theatre Guild.
Christopher Tracy
Christopher (Writing Mentor) is elated to be helping out with the high school production of The 24 Hour Plays. He has written and directed murder mysteries for Pink Palace and, most recently, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, where he will put on another production this Winter. He hopes everyone enjoys the show!
April
Vincent
April Vincent (Stage Manager) loves the creative vibe of The 24 Hour Plays and is excited to participate as a stage manager!
Nicholas Weaver
Nicholas Weaver (General Mentor/Actor) is a Memphis-based artist and nonprofit professional passionate about storytelling that drives impact. Recent credits include Little Shop of Horrors, A Monster Calls, and The Color Purple. He uses theater to uplift voices and build community, merging performance, outreach, and purpose. Catch him next in Jubilee at Hattiloo Theatre.