THANK YOU to our generous show sponsors for Miss Nelson Is Missing - Tom & Nancy Danaher, and Kitsap Bank!
Miss Nelson Is Missing
The Musical
Monday, February 10, 2025
Doors 9:30 a.m. | Show 10 a.m.
**Call the box office at 360-373-6743 for tickets.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Doors 9:30 a.m. | Show 10 a.m.
SOLD OUT
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Doors 2 p.m. | Show 3 p.m.
**Great seats still available. Click “Buy Tickets” above or call the box office at 360-373-6743.
General Admission $15
Groups of 10+ enter promo code GROUP at checkout for $5 off per ticket or use group reservation form if ordering 40+ tickets.
This show is part of the Admiral Theatre Foundation's 2025 Stages For All Ages: School Day Series. No food or beverage service at this show. Self-serve ice water will be available on both sides of the main floor bar. Best for ages 4+. The Admiral Theatre asks parents not to bring infants and children under age 6 to shows, unless the shows are meant for young audiences. This show is suited for children ages 5 - 11/12, grades K-6. All children, regardless of age, must have a ticket to gain entry. Recording devices of any kind, weapons, baby carriers, car seats, strollers, smoking (including e-cigarettes / vapes), and outside food and beverages are not allowed in the theatre.
Miss Nelson’s class is the worst behaved in the whole school. Spitballs flying across the room, paper airplanes sailing every which way and uncontrollable children send the gentle, long-suffering teacher, Miss Nelson, over the edge. But the students of Room 207 are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson turns up missing and is replaced by Viola Swamp, a scary substitute teacher who assigns homework from hell and wields her ruler like a sword! In desperation, the students set out to find their beloved Miss Nelson … but will they ever get her back? Lessons of appreciation and respect.
Miss Nelson Is Missing Cast:
Mia McGlinn as Allison
Mia is a passionate actress and filmmaker. She has a BFA in Acting from Oklahoma City University. Her favorite credits include Lucy in Dracula (Tacoma Arts Live), Carmilla in Carmilla (the Shattered Glass Project), Juliet in Romeo and Juliet (Port Gamble Theatre), and Macbeth/Shylock in Bad Shakespeare (Edinburgh Fringe Festival). When she isn't on stage she spends time with her dog, Olive. She would like to thank her family and friends for their continued love and support. Want to know more? Check out her website miamcglinn.com or find her on Instagram @mia_mcglinn.
Drew Bates as Gregory
Drew is thrilled to be celebrating their first work with the Admiral Theatre, especially with the iconic classic that is Miss Nelson is Missing. Previous credits include Spring Awakening (Melchior U/S, 5th Avenue Theatre), A Bright Room Called Day, Great Comet… (Webster University), The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors (Grandstreet Theatre). They are a recent recipient of a BFA in Musical Theatre from Webster University's Sargent Conservatory. Much love to my parents, Kyle, and the indomitable human spirit.
Ila Sarah Dreessen as Miss Nelson / Miss Viola Swamp
Ila is a local performer, singer, and voice teacher. She grew up doing theater at Kitsap Forest Theater, which sparked a lifelong love of being on stage. Some favorite roles include Maria in The Sound of Music, Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Jo in Little Women (all at KFT), Ariel and Elsa in Disney World's Festival of Fantasy Parade, and Diana in Next to Normal (Ghostlight Productions). Miss Nelson is Missing was one of her favorite books as a child, and she couldn't be more thrilled to bring Miss Nelson to life on stage!
Zachary Fitzgerald as Adam
Zachary is a tenor for the ages" and new to the Pacific Northwest Zachary Fitzgerald has performed internationally within the Lorenzo Malfatti Academia Vocale di Lucca, Tacoma Opera, Cincinnati Opera, and Kent State Opera. Along with his performance resume Zachary most recently finished studies at Kent State receiving master's degrees in Vocal Performance and Choral Conducting. Zach will now complete his Doctorate in Vocal Performance, which he will study with Professor Tom Harper at the University of Washington. Special thanks to Dr. Mary Sue Hyatt, Timothy Culver, and Mark and Valerie Kennedy for their support of Zach's voice. Visit Zacharyfitzgeraldtenor.com for even more information about his singing.
Kris Jones as Pop Hanson / Mr. Blandsworth / Detective McSmogg
Kris has been in theatre for over a decade now, performing in works by the likes of Agatha Christie, Arthur Miller, Harold Pinter, William Shakespeare and many others. He's become an active participant in stage combat, learning a variety of weapon styles, and has choreographed a few shows. He's even begun to dabble in dance classes to become more than a mover and a shaker. He hopes you enjoy this fun little adventure into the world of theatre!
Kylie Cordero as Cheryl
Kylie is excited to bring her talents to the stage in Miss Nelson is Missing at The Historic Admiral Theatre. Her previous roles include Tituba in The Crucible (Kitsap at Forest Theatre), Sister Margaretta in The Sound of Music (Kitsap Children’s Musical Theatre), and ensemble performances in Pippin, Revue: When You Wish... (soloist/ensemble), and Die Fledermaus (dancer/ensemble) at Pacific Lutheran University. A versatile performer, Kylie has also showcased her vocal talents with the University Chorale at Pacific Lutheran University and her instrumental skills as a cellist and teacher with Kids in Concert (KIC). She holds a BA in Communications with a minor in Music from Pacific Lutheran University and is thrilled to continue sharing her passion for the performing arts with the community.
Miss Nelson Is Missing Creative Team:
Richard Padro, Producing Artistic Director
Richard is a producer, theatre arts educator, actor and director with extensive stage, television, and film credits. He has directed and produced children’s theatre, university theatre, and the award-winning television program, In The Public Interest, a documentary exploring the role of public broadcasting for children’s educational programming. He received his MFA in Acting from UC Irvine and his BA in Theatre Arts from SUNY New Paltz. He has taught acting and stagecraft and has interned at several theatre companies including the acclaimed South Coast Repertory. He acted as Director of Theatre Education for Coyote Rep in New York City, The Admiral Theatre Foundation in Bremerton, WA, Program Director for the Young Artists Theatre Camp at Icicle Creek Center for the Arts in Leavenworth, WA, and was involved in the initial New York launch of StageCoach Theatre Arts, Brooklyn Heights in 2004, where he also acted as CEO and Artistic Director for five years. He is also a member of the Screen Actors Guild and Actors Equity Association.
Vicki Knickerbocker, Musical Director
Vicki is an elementary music specialist in the South Kitsap School district. She has also enjoyed participating in musical theater as a performer and music director over the past four decades. She has been the music director for summer theatre camps and children's workshops since 2007.
Tim Hoffman, Lighting Designer / Technical Director
Amelia Lindberg, Stage Manager
Pluto Mays, Props / Stage Crew
Jace Godfrey, Sound Designer
Livi Ingram, Choreographer
Kristin Bradberry, Costume Designer
Kristin loves working with youth and especially loves to share her enthusiasm for sewing and crafting. She creates costumes for many of the local theaters and especially loves recreating period pieces as well as fantasy items. She has had the opportunity to costume for dozens of plays around Kitsap, including Beauty & the Beast and Mary Poppins. You can see her most recent work at Bainbridge Performing Arts’ production of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’.
Erik Furuheim, Set Designer