Grey Henson
Buddy
Grey Henson received Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations for his performance as Damian in the original Broadway cast of Mean Girls. He was recently seen playing Michael in tick, tick… BOOM! at the Kennedy Center and Storyteller 2 in the Tony-nominated musical Shucked on Broadway. He played the role of Elder McKinley in The Book of Mormon on Broadway after originating the role on the first national tour. Grey recurred as Tate in “Girls5Eva” on Netflix and can be seen in the Sony Pictures film A Journal for Jordan directed by Denzel Washington. Carnegie Mellon University Drama. For Gavin.
Kayla Davion
Jovie
Kayla Davion is so excited to be returning to Broadway to spread some Holiday Cheer! Broadway: TINA: The Tina Turner Musical (Tina), Waitress (Ensemble/Dawn US), King Kong (Ensemble/Ann US). Off-Broadway: White Girl in Danger (Florence). Regional: The Hippest Trip: Soul Train the Musical (Jody Watley). TV: “The Good Fight,” “Power Book III: Raising Kanan.” Film: Better Nate Than Ever. She sends love to God, Mike, Mom, Ball State University, Nicolosi & Co, and Untitled Entertainment. “This one is for you, Nana.” “Lead with Love!” @Kayladavion
Sean Astin
Santa
Sean Astin is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut. Astin is known for classic characters: Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Rudy in Rudy, Mikey Walsh in Spielberg’s The Goonies, Doug Whitmore in 50 First Dates, Bob Newby in Netflix’s Stranger Things and most recently Tyler on ABC’S The Conners. Astin is the son of luminary performers, Patty Duke and John Astin. Sean dedicates his performance to his Mrs. Claus, Christine Astin, for 32 holly jolly Christmases; his daughters Ali, Elizabeth, and Bella; and his longtime team of elves at Stewart Talent and Luber Roklin.
Kalen Allen
Hot Dog Vendor / Store Manager
Kalen Allen is thrilled to make his Broadway debut! Known for his appearances on “The Ellen Show” and as a judge on the Food Network, he’s starring in Netflix’s Meet Me Next Christmas and recently released his debut album, Christmas Memories. He’s excited to finally put his theater degree to use! @thekalenallen
Ashley Brown
Emily Hobbs
Broadway: originated Mary Poppins (Outer Critics, Drama League and Drama Desk nominations), Beauty and the Beast (Belle). Off-Broadway: How I Learned to Drive. National tours: Mary Poppins (Garland Award), The Sound of Music (Mother Abbess) and On the Record. Chicago Lyric: Oklahoma! (Laurey) and Showboat (Magnolia). Encores!: The Golden Apple (Mrs. Juniper/Madame Calypso). The Muny: The Sound of Music (Maria) and Cinderella (Marie/Fairy Godmother). Concert: Ragtime (Mother).
Michael Deaner
Little Boy
Kai Edgar
Michael Hobbs
Kai Edgar is over the moon to make his Broadway debut with this story and company! Favorite credits: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Charlie, National Tour), A Christmas Story (Ralphie, Ahmanson Theatre), The Hours (Richie, Metropolitan Opera), The Secret Garden (Colin, Sacramento Music Circus). For Kalea, Kanoa, Audrey, Tommy, Al, Kendra, & family. @kaijosephedgar, kaiedgar.com
Michael Hayden
Walter Hobbs
All My Sons, Festen, Henry IV, Judgment at Nuremberg (Tony nomination), Cabaret, Carousel. Off-Broadway: Lady From Dubuque, Measure for Measure, Dessa Rose, Far East. London: Cabaret, Carousel (Olivier Award nomination). Regional: Much Ado About Nothing, Henry V, Richard II, Merrily We Roll Along, Sweet Bird of Youth. Film: Charming Billy (American Film Institute Best Actor Award). TV: “Elementary,” “Chicago Fire,”all “Law and Orders,” “Murder One.”
Jennifer Sanchez
Deb
Elf marks Jennifer’s ninth show on Broadway and it’s the best Christmas gift she could ask for. She’d like to thank director Phil McKinley and MD Nate Patten for being earth angels from Wisconsin to Romania. Dedicated to the woman who embodies the true meaning of Christmas, Mariah Carey. @hennihennisanchez
Maria Briggs
Happy holidays! Broadway: Spamalot; The Music Man; Mean Girls; Anastasia; Hello, Dolly; Frozen; and Cats. Thank you to casting, the creatives, and CESD! Lots of love to Kevin, my family, and friends! For Grandma. IG: @mariarbriggs
Corinne C. Broadbent
Broadway debut! Regional highlights: Tootsie (NSMT), Elf (Ogunquit), Falsettoland (MTC). Gratitude to Richard J. Hinds, Telsey, and Brian Herrick. Thanks to Daniel and all my supportive friends. Love to Mom, Dad, McKell, Allan and my two magical children. @corinne.broadbent
DeMarius R. Copes
Broadway: Some Like It Hot (OBC), Mean Girls (OBC). Off-Brodway: Once Upon A Mattress (NYCC Encores!). Tours: Hamilton (2nd Nat’l), Newsies (1st Nat’l). Regional: Midnight in the Garden... (Goodman Theatre), Mean Girls (National Theatre), The Prom (Alliance Theatre), A Chorus Line (Maltz Jupiter Theatre). TV/Film: Dear Evan Hansen, POSE, SNL, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Tony Awards (CBS). @demariusr_copes
Cameron Anika Hill
Cameron Anika Hill is delighted to be part of Elf! Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen. National Tours: Oklahoma!, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical. Many thanks to everyone working on this production, BWA, and Telsey. Much love to my parents, siblings, & Sean. @cameronanika.
David Paul Kidder
The Who’s Tommy. Film: If. TV: “SNL,” “Fallon,” “Colbert,” “John Oliver,” 77th Tony Awards. NYC: The Joyce, BAM. National Tour: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Thanks to Mom, Dad, Lisa, Danny, CESD, and The Elf Team. Always for Gram. @davidpaulkidder
Michael Milkanin
Broadway: Lempicka, Shucked, Bad Cinderella, Kinky Boots. National Tours: Disney’s Frozen, Bat Out of Hell, Kinky Boots. Regional: The Little Mermaid (Muny); Beauty and the Beast (Paper Mill); The Who’s Tommy (Kennedy Center). Big thanks to Rachel Hoffman and CESD. @mmilkanin
Sydni Moon
Broadway debut!! Regional: The Muny, Music Theatre Wichita, The Lex. BFA, University of Oklahoma. Thank you to the team and Daniel Hoff Agency! Love always to Mom, Dad, and Tyler. @sydni.moon
Lizz Picini
Lizz Picini is stoked to be making her Broadway debut this holiday season! Endless thanks to Phil, Liam, Ricky, Dave, CESD, Telsey, FGM, her mentors, dearest friends, and entire support system. Dad, Mom, Allie, Jo… this one’s for you! Ephesians 3:20 @lizzpicini
Clifton Samuels
Broadway/Tours: Mrs. Doubtfire, Amazing Grace (OBC) Follies, A Chorus Line. Off-Broadway: Beast in the Jungle (Vineyard-Dir: Susan Stroman). TV/Film: “Feud: Capote….” (opposite Demi Moore); “The Blacklist”; “Younger”; “Boardwalk Empire”; Worth (Netflix); the Coen Bros’ Hail, Caesar!; The Unborn. Love to my fam. For Liza. @CliftonSamuels01
J Savage
Broadway: Bad Cinderella. Off-Broadway: Empire, A Sign of the Times, and Seesaw. Avid outdoorsman and vintage Barbie collector. Major thanks to DGRW, the entire Elf team, Telsey, his family, Santa, and most importantly, Jared. @jasavage5
Austin Schulte
Austin Schulte is overjoyed to be making his Broadway debut in Elf. Recent credits: Young Frankenstein (La Mirada); and Natasha, Pierre… (Pittsburgh CLO). He wants to thank his family, his teachers, and this incredible company. IG: @_austin_schulte
Asten Stewart
Asten Stewart is so utterly thankful to join this fantastic company and to be making his Broadway debut. He could not have gotten to this point without his loving family, AMDA Faculty and CTG Family. #ClearIsHere
Bronwyn Tarboton
Broadway: Harmony, Frozen. Off-Broadway: Rock & Roll Man, Smokey Joe’s Cafe. National Tour: Frozen, A Chorus Line (Maggie). Bunch of regional, including Paper Mill Playhouse and MUNY. Bronwyn also works as an accompanist and vocal coach. Happy Holidays! insta: bronwyn_tarboton
Rodney Thompson
Broadway Debut! His theatrical credits include Funny Girl National Tour, The Muny, MTWichita, and Lyric Theatre OKC. He’s been seen in “Icon,” a music video by Todrick Hall. He thanks his family, CESD, and the Telsey office. OKCU Dance. @itzlilrodney
Halli Toland
Broadway: Carousel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Film: West Side Story, Maestro. National tours: Moulin Rouge! (dance captain, Nini U/S), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Veruca Salt), Cats. Regional: Sacramento Music Circus, The Muny, Music Theatre Wichita. BFA University of Michigan.
Peli Naomi Woods
Broadway debut! Recent credits: Frozen (National Tour); Once on This Island (SpeakEasy Stage Company). Special thanks to Daniel Hoff Agency, Telsey, and the creative team. All love and gratitude to friends and family for their unwavering support! @peli_woods