Be More Chill - Programme

THE CAST
Shaun has been performing since he was 17, having the opportunity to play roles such
as: Danny in Grease, Dennis in Rock of Ages, and most recently Chad in All Shook Up
He is thrilled to be back on stage again in his first production with Waterdale!
Shaun first listened to Be More Chill in 2018 and it quickly became a favourite, having the
opportunity to play Jeremy is a dream come true.
Shaun Edrupt
Jeremy
Nabs is an accounting student by day, and a performer by night. His performing credits
include Bad Idea Bear 2 in Avenue Q (Monday Show School of Musical Theatre),
ensemble in Heathers: The Musical (UMMTA), Georg in Spring Awakening (RMIT Creative),
and ensemble in SUDDENLY: A Short New Musical (DHB Theatrical). Currently, Nabs is a
Resident Artist with Broadway Unplugged and preparing for OCPAC's production of In
The Heights as Sonny which will be playing in September.
Nabs Adnan
Michael
Kianna Bartolo
Christine
Kianna has been involved in theatre for 10 years, performing in numerous productions.
Her most notable roles being Tracy in “Hairspray Jr” (Western Arts), The Cat in the Hat in
“Seussical” (ELT), and Michaela in “House on Fire” (Loyola College). Kianna has spent 16
years training at Encore Dance Studios, as well studying advanced drama at Centrestage
since 2019. Kianna attends singing lessons Melbourne Talent Company, where she also
teaches. Christine has been a dream role of Kianna’s for some time now and she is
beyond thrilled to have the opportunity to perform the role with such an incredible cast.
So c-c-c-c’mon and enjoy the show!
Demetrius Kiriakidis
Squip
After a three-year cold streak, Demetrius is ecstatic to be returning to amateur theatre
with the unique, versatile and rewarding role of the SQUIP. Previous credits include
leading roles in VBC productions (Addams Family, Uncle Fester and All Shook Up, Chad)
as well as various featured and ensemble parts with UMMTA productions (Drowsy
Chaperone, Witches of Eastwick, Parade, Sitzprobe 2021). He would like to commend the
Be More Chill cast on their impeccable talents and hard work and especially for the
creative team's unrelenting guidance, support and for lending him a hand when he
needed it most.
Steven is ecstatic to be playing Rich in Waterdale's Be More Chill. He has loved working
alongside this spectacular cast & crew, even if it's as a morally questionable,
overconfident high-school bully. Steven would have liked to tell you all about his past
theatre experience, but Rich said it's much cooler if we just keep people guessing. They
both hope you enjoy the show and remember to be kind to one another!
Steven Pythas
Rich
Since starting theatre almost 10 years ago, Helsen has had a strong passion for the
performing arts. Juggling a double degree in music performance and entertainment
management at Collarts, Helsen passes his time doing what he loves.
Helsen's extensive list of works include modelling, screen acting and live shows. But all
his career highlights come from his experiences in theatre.
Helsen is proudly represented by Hunter Talent.
Helsen Ryder
Jake