Norman Aldridge (Old Joe, Preacher) has been part of the FHG Production family from our opening show over 6 years ago. He fell in love with theater mainly because of his FHG family and the love everyone has for each other. As one of the oldest cast members at FHG, he often takes on the role of “Timekeeper” during our shows, prompting the younger members when it's time for them to go on stage. It’s a role he dearly loves; mainly because of his need for things to be done orderly, neatly, and on time, which probably stems from his 27 years of military service. He could not do these performances without the love and support of his loving wife, Lynn, and the rest of his family. He thanks Jonathan Ross for giving him the opportunity to begin this journey. But most of all, he thanks Jesus for His love, mercy, and grace.

Averi Atkinson (Caroler) is a junior who loves theatre! She would like to be either an actress or a wedding planner when she is done with school. Averi has previously appeared in multiple FHG productions, including Eliana in “Redeemed,” “Melodies&Memories,” Sallie Gardiner in "Little Women,” and Mayella Yule in “To Kill a Mockingbird.” She recommends doing theatre at FHG, it’s a lot of fun!

Emma Atkinson (Caroler) is excited to be in her third show at FHG. She appeared in “Miracle on 34th Street” as an Elf, among other roles. She is a 7th grader at Sullivan Central Middle School, and loves to read. 

Kevin Bowden (Ebeneezer Scrooge) after spending most of the past four years playing villains on stage, Kevin is thrilled to be playing one of the most iconic and lovable bad guys of all time. He hopes that this show reminds us all to let go of the past, live lives of forgiveness, and understand the true meaning of Christmas.

Levi Bradley (Jacob Marley) has been acting in various roles for over twenty years, starting as far back as high school. Three of those years have been right here at FHG. He's played everything from Jesus to Satan (FHG), Jack Stapleton in “Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of The Baskervilles” (FHG), Hamlet in “I Hate Shakespeare” (High School), and he was even briefly Audrey 2 in “Little Shop of Horrors” (Rogersville Playhouse) among other roles. He was also the assistant director of Race To Freedom at FHG for two years. Outside of the theater, Levi is married to Amber “Cornbread” Bradley, who also acts here at FHG with him, and they have one daughter, Lily. He also leads worship at Burem Missionary Baptist Church in Rogersville. He’s also an avid gamer, D&D player, and playwright.

McKenna Chrisley (Caroler) is a 7th grader, who is excited to be in her third show at FHG! She has previously been in “Redeemed” and “Race to Freedom” as Kristina Hodges. Fun fact about Makenna- she is on the school dance team and plays baritone in the band!

Justin Davidson (Fezziwig) is happy to be participating in his 4th FHG production. Justin has also played in “Miracle on 34th Street,” “Race to Freedom,” and “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Justin would like to thank his sweet daughter, AdaMarie, for her love. He would especially like to thank his amazing, beautiful, saint of a wife, Stephanie, (who TOTALLY didn’t write this bio for him) for her love and support.

Stephanie Davidson (Melanie) is excited for her second production with FHG. She is also happy to NOT be the one trying to ruin Christmas this year, since last time she performed at FHG it was as Dr. Sawyer in “Miracle on 34th Street.” Some of her other favorite roles recently have been the Evil Stepmother in “Cinderella” (KTG) and Mother in “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Stephanie would like to thank her wonderful husband and daughter, Justin and Ada, for their love and support.

Riley Deal (Belle) has been doing shows at FHG for years. She is a senior at Dobyns Bennet and she loves to spend time with family and friends.

Samantha Fairchild (Narrator) is an avid theatre fan. “A Christmas Carol” marks her fourth show at FHG. She has previously appeared as Claudia in “Redeemed,” sang and played saxophone in “Melodies&Memories,” and appeared as Annie Moffat in FHG’s original “Little Women.” Other acting credits include high school productions, starring as Esther Smith in “Meet Me in St. Louis,” Marmee in the musical “Little Women,” and many more. When not at the theatre, she works as a Registered Dietitian at Johnson City Medical Center. Samantha would like to thank her family and friends for supporting her as she delves back into theatre.

Tammy Flanagan (Porsha) is a multifaceted creative force—singer, actress, songwriter, musician, published poet, and podcast host/creator—whose passion for the arts began in childhood singing in church and grew into 30+ years of stage experience in productions such as “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” “Grease,” “Guys and Dolls,” and “Phantom of the Opera.” She has written and directed numerous Christian plays, including “The Christmas Guest” and “Cooking for Christmas,” and has led Youth and Children’s choirs while teaching voice and piano. Widely respected in the Nashville music scene, Tammy has performed nationwide and gained recognition for her soulful vocals and storytelling. As the creator and host of her podcast, she has interviewed renowned artists including Tony “TC” Colman and Scott Haggard, building strong connections across the music community. She was recently honored by the Women’s Worldwide Association for her outstanding contributions to both the music industry and her professional field.

Nathanael Foster (Technical Director) wants the audience to be captivated by this retelling of a Dickens classic. He believes the special effects, lighting, and sound help you dive deeper into the already immersive story.

Eliana Grisenti (Caroler) is excited to be back on FHG’s stage in her third show! She has previously portrayed Older Amy in “Little Women” (FHG), Brigitta in "The Sound of Music” (Bristol Academy), and has danced in many productions with Celebration Theater. She is currently a student at Kingsport Academy of Hair Design. 

Jarred Harrell (Costumes) has been involved in theatre for nearly two decades and is thrilled to be costuming his first show. As the male costumer for this production, he’s grateful for the chance to bring these characters to life through wardrobe and design. Jarred is proud to call the FHG Productions team his theatre family, and he strives in all things to reflect the love of Christ. He’s excited to share this story with you and hopes you enjoy the show.

Rebecca Harrell (Ghost of Christmas Future) has been in theater her whole life. She's a huge nerd with a passion for acting and soon wants to start directing. She's been a part of FHG since the beginning. She hopes you enjoy “A Christmas Carol!”

Ella Harper (Belinda Cratchit) has been in many shows at FHG, making appearances as Lucy in “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” the Head Elf in “Miracle on 34th Street,” and a dancer in “Redeemed.” She is living her life for Christ through her work while surviving middle school. She can’t wait for you to witness this beautiful story come to life.

Amelia Hayes (Narrator) started doing plays at FHG in 2024, and has done many since due to a love of FHG and the people there. She portrayed Santa’s Elf in “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” Enola Holmes in “Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles,” a Mailman in “Miracle on 34th Street,” Talitha in “Redeemed,” and Laura in “Little Women.” Amelia is in 8th grade. 1 Timothy 4:12.

Joanna Hayes (Victoria Cratchit ) has been in theatre for a year now and has been in 7 shows at FHG. She is in 7th grade at Sullivan Central Middle School. She is very excited for you to see this show, especially since this has been her favorite role to play!

Olivia Hayes (Caroler, Ignorance) is a 4th grader who loves reading, playing in mischief, and being part of the FHG family! “A Christmas Carol” is the 6th FHG Production that she has participated in and she looks forward to being part of many more. 

Caleb Houser (Young Scrooge) is a homeschool kid who was born in Minnesota, but moved to South Korea with his family in 2010, where his Dad was Pastoring an English congregation. He moved to Kingsport in January of 2025. This is Caleb’s first time acting with FHG, but he has enjoyed directing and acting in Houser Studios previously, with productions of “A Wrinkle in Time,” “Rumpelstiltskin” and “Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place.” Caleb loves to write and read. Upon arriving in the States, Caleb and his family got involved with FHG when his sister (Evelyn) first joined for “Little Women,” and he is excited to be acting in “A Christmas Carol,” as his father has read it to him every Christmas season since he was very little. He is very excited to play a younger version of Scrooge. Caleb hopes to continue acting after this play, as he has really enjoyed it. 

Evelyn Houser (Fan) is almost 13 years old and enjoys homeschooling with her family. Evelyn lived in South Korea for eleven years of her life and recently relocated to Kingsport! She adores acting, playing basketball and running track with Kachea! She loves being active! She also plays flute. This is Evelyn’s second performance with FHG, previously appearing as Connie in “Little Women.” She has also acted with her siblings and cousins as Cassiopeia in “Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place,” Adella in “Rumpelstiltskin,” Meg Murray in “A Wrinkle in Time,” and the Princess in “Princess and the Pea.” Evelyn LOVES FHG!!!! 

Jude Houser (Child Scrooge, Luke) was born and spent the first 8 years of his life in South Korea, recently moving to Kingsport. Jude loves family read aloud time and “A Christmas Carol” has always been read every December, a story he loves. He wanted very much to be the boy with the turkey and is thrilled to have the opportunity to act with FHG!  Gobble Gobble!

Simon Houser (Tiny Tim) moved to Kingsport in 2025 after spending the first decade of his life in South Korea, where his dad was Pastoring an English congregation.  Every December the Houser family has read “A Christmas Carol” as a read aloud and he was really excited when FHG announced they were bringing it to the stage. Simon has acted previously in Houser Studios as Rumplestiltskin and Beawolf in "Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place” and Charles Wallace in “A Wrinkle in Time.” He hopes you enjoy this production:  Merry Christmas and truly God bless us, Everyone!

Steve Houser (Funeral Director, Caroler) is married to Sarah and has 5 amazing kids that he is thrilled to be acting alongside. Steve spent the last (almost) 15 years serving as a Pastor and missionary in South Korea. He relocated back to the US a year ago and has been Pastoring at Bloomingdale Baptist Church in Kingsport.  Steve is grateful for his loving Church family and encourages everyone to look for the true meaning of Christmas this season. If you don’t have a Church family, he encourages you to find a Gospel-preaching church this Christmas season and commit to going in 2026! “Remember Christ our Savior was born on Christmas day, to save us all from Satan’s pow’r when we were gone astray, Oh tidings of comfort and joy!”

BK Martin (Mrs. Dilber) is delighted to be a part of this wonderful production of “A Christmas Carol.”  She has a degree in English/Theatre from E&H College and spent many years as a graphic artist. After a thirty year hiatus from theatre, she stepped back on stage four years ago and has been going full steam ahead ever since. You may remember her as Mr. Beaver in “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” Aunt March in “Little Women,” or other shows at FHG and other local theatres. Not only does she act, but she also creates props for shows at FHG and builds a few small things as needed for the sets. Other than the glitz and glamour of her life on stage, she leads a very dull life with her husband and four dogs. She thanks you for attending the show and hopes it brings laughter and maybe even tears and that you forget your worries for a few hours and enjoy the world of “A Christmas Carol.”

Katelyn McFall (Caroler) is making her FHG debut in “A Christmas Carol.” She has previously portrayed Jovie in “Elf the Musical, Jr” (Ridgeview Elementary), Minstrel in “Something Rotten, Jr” (JRT), and Cat 2 in “Seussical Kids” (JRT). She is a 7th grader at Ridgeview Elementary. She would like to thank the cast for the support she has received. Even during her audition, when she knew nobody, the room was full of care and support. 

Victoria Miller (Narrator) has appeared on FHG’s stage many times. You may have seen her as Mother Hubbard in “Holmes for the Holidays,” Ms. Hudson in “Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskerville,” or in “Redeemed.” She is a deli coordinator at Food City. Proverbs 17:22- “a merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.”

Kristen Minnick (Emily Cratchit) is excited to be performing in her 10th show at FHG! Previous credits include Werewolf in “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” and Court Clerk in “To Kill a Mockingbird” among others here at FHG. She is a writer and creator at Inherent Treasure. "So bring on the rebels/The ripples from pebbles/The painters, and poets, and plays/And here's to the fools who dream/Crazy as they may seem" -"Audition (The Fools Who Dream)”, Emma Stone, La La Land.

Katie Lou Moody (Caroler) is a high school freshman, and enjoys debates, theater, cats, and reading, as well as outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. She aspires to write and publish a book series. She is excited to be a part of her very first FHG production.

Samuel Nutt (Bob Cratchit) is thrilled to be back on FHG’s stage in his second production, in a show that he has so much love for. Previously, he made his FHG debut as the inquisitive, glove-stealing, NOT doctor Brooke in “Little Women.” Other theatre credits include Peter Cratchit (among other roles) in “A Christmas Carol” at Theatre Memphis and a soldier in “The Wizard of Oz” at The Ritz Theatre (Arkansas). While his day job consists of working at Eastman Credit Union, he enjoys going to the skatepark and doing photography.

John Micheal Pierce (Lighting Designer) has spent the last 12 years dedicated to the art of theatrical lighting. Throughout his career, he has worked on a wide range of productions, developing a style centered on storytelling through light. Though he has acted in the past, John discovered early on that lighting is his true passion. He believes every cue should enhance the emotional arc of the show and help the audience experience the story more deeply. This production marks his first time working with FHG. Among all his lighting work, his favorite project remains Abraham, a production filled with special effects that allowed him to stretch his skills and imagination.

Seth Reese (Fred) has been in almost every FHG show. Some of his favorite roles have been Sir Henry in “Sherlock Holmes and the Hound Of The Baskerville,” Samuel in “Race To Freedom,” and Judas in “Redeemed.” He hopes everyone who comes through the doors at FHG will leave a little happier than they did when they arrived. 

Amy Reid (Mrs. Fezziwig, Caroler) is excited to be on the stage for her third show with FHG Productions. This also marks the third time she has performed in "A Christmas Carol." A few of Amy's most memorable roles include playing Eve in "Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve" (TB), as well as Belinda in "Noises Off" (KTG), and Peaches in "The Red Velvet Cake War" (KTG). She would like to thank the superb director, Hannah Taylor, for giving her the opportunity to choreograph the Fezziwig dance. Amy hopes all your holiday gatherings include mistletoe!

Jonathan Ross (FHG Artistic Director) has been involved in the arts for over 20 years, contributing his talents in multiple areas ranging from performing to directing. He is honored to help guide FHG’s creative vision and continue building a space where artists can grow and storytellers can thrive. Jonathan extends a heartfelt thank-you to every cast member, crew member, and patron who steps through FHG’s doors. He considers it a true blessing to walk into this building each and every day and help provide a happy space for people to use their God given talents. 

Jonathan “Schmidty” Schmidt (Ghost of Christmas Present, Caroler) is excited to be in his sixth show at FHG. His favorite role so far was Kris Kringle in “Miracle on 34th Street.” Credits at other theaters include the White Rabbit in “Alice in Wonderland,” Fred in “Noises Off,” and Mr. Beaver in “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” When not on stage, he is a financial crimes investigator with AML RightSource. Jonathan would like to thank his friends, family, and church family at Heritage Baptist Church for their love and support. To God be all the glory.

DanaLyn Smith (Rachel) is a 15-year-old sophomore at Dobyns-Bennett High School with a passion for performing. She has appeared in every FHG show to date and has already been part of an impressive 33 shows. DanaLyn is also an active member of Drama Hawks, where she continues to grow her skills on stage. Whether she’s acting, singing, or stepping into a new character, she brings dedication, heart, and energy to every performance. Her love for singing shines through in everything she does, making her a standout young performer with a bright future ahead.

Hannah Strickler (Clara) is happy to grace FHG’s stage again in her second show with FHG, previously appearing as Meg March in “Little Women.” She is also a dancer with Celebration Theater, appearing in “Esther,” “Victory Stone,” “Saving Samson,” and “Babble-On.” In addition, Hannah is also a sophomore nursing student at Milligan. 

Debbie Stover (Caroler) is happy to be on stage again and singing Christmas carols! This is her sixth play at FHG and she is blessed by the love, encouragement and support that exists here. Many thanks go to her best friend and husband who has supported her in over 25 roles and has now joined her on stage. May you enjoy your evening with us. Thank you for coming.

Terry Stover (Caroler) once told his wife that he would do a play with her after he retired. He had no idea what he was missing! After playing Nathan Radley in “To Kill A Mockingbird” (FHG), he is blessed to be a part of the retelling of “A Christmas Carol”. He is overwhelmed by the support and encouragement of this amazing cast.

Glen Taylor (Stage Hand) works behind the scenes at FHG, supporting productions from the quiet focus of the backstage environment. In this role, he has developed a strong appreciation for the craft, coordination, and teamwork required to bring each performance to life. Surrounded by the warm, acoustic character of tavern-style music, he has learned how atmosphere and sound shape an experience long before the audience ever sees the stage. His approach is guided by a principle that keeps him grounded and motivated: “Fear does not stop death; it stops life.” It’s a reminder to stay proactive, embrace challenges, and remain fully present in every project he contributes to.

Hannah Taylor (Director) returns to the director’s chair for her second time, bringing the joy of the season to “A Christmas Carol.” After making her directorial debut with “Miracle on 34th Street,” she is thrilled to celebrate the magic, warmth, and wonder of the holidays with this talented cast and crew. Hannah hopes this production fills every audience member with the same joy and spirit that makes this time of year so special.

BreAnna Terry (Ghost of Christmas Past) is excited to bring the Ghost of Christmas Past to life this Christmas season. She has graced FHG’s stage many times, with some favorite roles including Jean Louise (To Kill a Mockingbird), Marmee (Little Women), White Witch (The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe), Zipporah (Moses), and Martha (Redeemed). She gives thanks to God for the many gifts He blesses us with, including the most important and precious one: His Son Jesus and the free gift of salvation. To her family and friends, thank you for all of the love and support — even when it comes with crazy dreams and ambitions. She also thanks the amazing cast and crew for all of their hard work and making this show so special to be a part of.  Merry Christmas and God bless us, everyone!

Lilly Tester (Caroler) is excited to perform in her 9th performance with FHG. Some of Lilly’s favorite past roles include Aurora in “It Should Have Been Me” and Natalie in “Race to Freedom.” She is currently in her junior year of high school, and when she’s not on stage she enjoys singing in Daniel Boone’s a cappella honors choir, Reflections, as well as shopping, styling hair, babysitting, painting, and drawing. Lilly would like to say thank you first to Jesus, then to her family and friends, and especially everyone at FHG for becoming like her second family—she loves them all so much. She leaves you with this verse: Matthew 5:16 — “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

Grace Thacker (Caroler, Want) is a fifth grader, who is excited to be making her FHG debut. She has previously been seen as Boulda in “Frozen” (JRT), and has been a part of Outpour Dance Co. for 5 years. Proverbs 3:5-6.

Daniel Wells (Wilkins, Grave Digger, Caroler) is happy to be in his third performance with FHG. Previous roles at FHG include Lazarus in "Redeemed" as well as his all-time favorite role, Laurie Laurence in "Little Women." Some highlight roles at other theaters include Mishael in "Babble-On: The musical story of Daniel" at Celebration Church and Mr. Banks in "Mary Poppins Jr.” at JRT. Daniel is in his senior year of high school dual enrolling at Northeast State. He would like to thank his friends in the cast and crew for making this another great experience in theater. He hopes that this show would remind you of the value there is in doing good in the world

Grace-Marie Wells (Petra Cratchit) is thrilled to perform in her fifth show at FHG! You may have seen her as Mouse in "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" (JRT), Lucy in "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" (FHG), Johnny/Elf in "Miracle on 34th Street" (FHG), Sarah in "Little Women" (FHG), and most recently Scout in "To Kill a Mockingbird" (FHG). She has also performed in many, many, "Kids"/"Jr." plays at JRT. Her highlights of those include Boss Elf in "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer Kids", Grandpa Joe in "Willy Wonka Kids", Marlin in "Finding Nemo Kids,” and many more. Grace-Marie is in seventh grade, and has been homeschooled her whole life. Aside from theater, she loves reading, singing, and spending time with her family, friends, and cats. She also is an active member in Scouting America Troop 360, in Gray. She thanks her family, friends, and God, for all of their support. She loves this show, and she hopes you will, too!

Cloe Welty (Assistant Director) has been at FHG for a little over a year now and this is her first show assistant directing. Her favorite role so far has been as Doris Walker in last year’s production of “Miracle on 34th Street.” She is so grateful for her theater family and is very excited to spend many years to come on the FHG stage!