“You have been my friend. That in itself is a tremendous thing.” - Charlotte
MAY 10 - JUNE 1, 2025
A miracle is about to happen on the Arable farm. A kind-hearted spider spins her web to show everyone that “Wilbur isn’t just any ordinary pig.”
Recently named best American children's book of the past two hundred years, E.B. White’s Newberry Honor Award-winning story explores bravery, selfless love, and the true meaning of friendship.
adapted for the stage by JOSEPH ROBINETTE
based on the book by E. B. WHITE
directed by RANDY WHITE
stage managed by ERIN GALVIN
Downstairs Mainstage at The Greenhouse Theater Center
2257 N. Lincoln Avenue
Best enjoyed by the Everyone 5+
Show runs 1hr
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Meet the Cast
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Renzo Vicente
WILBUR
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Elin Joy Seiler
FERN
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Mary-Margaret McCormack
CHARLOTTE
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Dakota Hughes
NARRATOR / GANDER / ENSEMBLE
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Matt Frye
HOMER / SHEEP / ENSEMBLE
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Cameron Nalley
ARABLE / TEMPLETON / ENSEMBLE
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Ksa Curry
U/S FERN, U/S CHARLOTTE, U/S MRS. ARABLE
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Beck Damron
U/S WILBUR, U/S NARRATOR
RENZO VICENTE (Wilbur)
Renzo Vicente (he/him) is a Chicago-based actor and playwright who studied at Illinois State University. He has brought a wide range of characters to life, including Dysart (Equus), Clyde (Bonnie and Clyde: The Musical), Ken (Red), Gomez Addams (The Addams Family), and Arty/Jay in Neil Simon’s Lost in Yonkers, in which Renzo was directed by Jane Lynch. He originated roles such as The Detective in M. Nance’s Scarlet and Eddie in his self-written play New Line. This is Renzo’s first production with YPT and he couldn’t be more grateful or ecstatic. With a passion for emotionally complex storytelling, he aspires to grow his career in both theater and film.
ELIN JOY SEILER (Fern)
Elon Joy Seiler (she/her) is thrilled to be making her Young People's Theatre of Chicago debut in Charlotte's Web. Elin’s stage credits include Sarah Silverman's The Bedwetter (NYC workshop and Arena Stage in Washington, D.C.); Young Elizabeth in The Audience (Drury Lane); Debbie Wilkinson in Billy Elliot (Paramount); and Amaryllis in Music Man, Baby June in Gypsy, and Grover Dill in A Christmas Story (Marriott). Special thanks to the creative team at YPT for the opportunity to be a part of this classic story; Jim and Siobhan at Stewart Talent; and her family for their constant support. Prov. 17:22 @ejseiler
MARY-MARGARET MCCORMACK (Charlotte)
Mary-Margaret (she/her) is overjoyed to be playing one of her favorite childhood characters! Recent credits: Mollie in The Mousetrap (Citadel); Sally Bowles in I Am A Camera (Porchlight); Pearl in Night of the Hunter (City Lit); Mary Hatch in It’s a Wonderful Life (Oil Lamp); Portia in Something Rotten! (Theater Nebula). Mary studied theatre and voice at Millikin University. She deeply thanks her family for their love and generosity. Mary-Margaret is represented by Talent X Alexander. www.mccormackmarym.com
DAKOTA HUGHES (Narrator, Gander, Ensemble)
Dakota Hughes (they/them) returns to YPT after appearing as “Little Old Lady” in Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive The Bus. Recent Chicago credits: Fun Home (Porchlight), Secret Garden *Jeff Award Nominee (Theo Ubique), Poor People, Frankenstreisand *Jeff Award Winner (Hell in A Handbag), Billy Elliot, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, School of Rock, Into the Woods, Cinderella, Kinky Boots(Paramount), Queer Eye: The Parody Musical! (Second City). BFA Musical Theatre Performance, Columbia College Chicago. Gray Talent Group.
MATT FRYE (Homer, Sheep, Ensemble)
Matt Frye (he/him) is excited to make his YPT debut! Regional: Come From Away, The Music Man, Kinky Boots, Something Rotten, Pirates of Penzance, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Rocky Mountain Rep); A Christmas Carol, Narnia The Musical, Ghost Brothers (WVPT); Big Fish, Dogfight (BoHo Theater Chicago); Full Monty, Bridges of Madison County (Theo Ubique Chicago); Man of La Mancha, A Christmas Carol (Milwaukee Reparatory Theater); Red, Candide (Third Avenue Playhouse); Zombies From The Beyond (Skylight Music Theater Milwaukee); [title of show], NOW. HERE. THIS. (Brown Paper Box Chicago); Henry V (Chicago Shakespeare Theater). BFA Roosevelt University. MFA West Virginia University. Love to Mom, Dad, and his beautiful partner Luiza!
CAMERON NALLEY (Arable, Templeton, Ensemble)
Cameron Nalley (he/him) read Charlotte's Web for the first time at 8 years old, growing up in Cincinnati, OH. After graduating with a BFA in Acting from the University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music, he moved to Chicago. Since then, he has been on several educational tours, and has continued acting in and out of the city. When he is not away in a show, he teaches theatre to children at Stages Chicago.
KSA CURRY (u/s Fern, u/s Charlotte, u/s Mrs. Arable)
Ksa Curry (she/her) is thrilled to be joining Young People’s Theater Chicago for one of her favorite childhood stories. Recent TYA Chicago credits include Skunk and Badger (Lifeline Theater) and Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins (Strawdog Theater). Other recent credits include Mary’s Wedding (Oil Lamp Theater), Christmas at Pemberley (BTE), and The Cake (SLO Repertory Theater). She is represented by Lily’s Talent. She’s forever grateful to her family, her Chicago community, and her cat Bridget for all of their support. www.ksacurry.com
BECK DAMRON (u/s Wilbur, u/s Narrator)
Beck Damron (he/him) is excited to be a part of the farm!! Recent credits: Peter & the Starcatcher (Paramount), Andy Warhol’s Tomato, The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley (Buffalo Theatre Ensemble), Nana (Trapdoor), A Christmas Carol (Metropolis). Comedy of Errors, Measure for Measure (Hoosier Shakespeare). Proudly represented by DDO Artist Agency Chicago. Beckdamron.com