CCM Musical Theatre Presents Class of 2026 Senior Showcase
The Musical Theatre program at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) is excited to return to New York City on Monday, May 4, for the 2026 Senior Showcase.
Graduating students showcase their talents in a medley of performances, featuring hits from Broadway, Off-Broadway and pop favorites. Get to know our graduating seniors by reading their bios below!
WHEN: 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. (industry only); and 6 p.m. (alumni, family and friends) on Monday, May 4, 2026
WHERE: Five Angels Theater at the 52nd Street Project, 789 10th Avenue New York, New York 10019
For additional information, please contact CCM Musical Theatre graduate assistant Hannah Wagner: wagnerhh@mail.uc.edu
Meet CCM Musical Theatre's Class of 2026
Andy Bakun (he/him)
Originally from the beautiful and friendly Beaverton, Oregon, Andy is a multi-faceted artist. Some of his credits include Davey in Newsies (MTWichita), Boy in The Shards of An Honor Code Junkie (CCM), Alfred Hallam in Alice By Heart (Mosaic Theatre Ensemble) and Noel Gruber in Ride the Cyclone (Mosaic Theatre Ensemble).
Grace Capeless (she/her)
Originally from Teaneck, New Jersey, Grace is a singer, actor and dancer. Some of her credits include The Lost Boys OBC, Matilda on Broadway, The Lion King on Broadway, A Christmas Story OBC, Kimberly Akimbo First Nat. Tour.
Monique Churchill (she/her)
Originally from Stockton, California, Monique is an enthusiastic performer who continuously leads with love. Some of her credits include Sandy Dumbrowski in Grease (The Carnegie), Kathy Selden in Singin' in the Rain (Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre), Hope Harcourt in Anything Goes (CCM), Gertrude McFuzz in Seussical (CCM), and Alice Spencer in Alice By Heart (Mosaic Theatre Ensemble).
Josh Devine (he/him)
Originally from Palmetto, Florida. Some of his favorite credits include swing in Mythic (Cincinnati Playhouse), Billy Crocker in Anything Goes (The Carnegie), Kenickie in Grease (Wagon Wheel), Wickersham 1/The Grinch in Seussical (The Carnegie) and Tribe (u/s Berger) in Hair (CCM).
Hannah Grace Ervin (she/her)
Originally from Minneapolis, MN, Hannah is a singer, actor, dancer, writer and cat mom. Some of her credits include Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar (Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts), Zaneeta Shinn in The Music Man (Chanhassen Dinner Theatres), US Tusia/Linka/Nina in the world premiere of RUTKA: A New Musical at the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Sheila Franklin in HAIR (CCM) and Woman 6/Dance Captain in The World Goes Round (CCM). She is looking forward to playing Zoe Murphy in Dear Evan Hansen at The Carnegie this summer!
Nick Gundrum (he/him)
Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Nick is a musical theater performer and musician. Some of his credits include Anthony Hope in Sweeney Todd (CCM), Soloist in The World Goes ‘Round (CCM), Ensemble and Asst. Dance Captain in Mamma Mia! (Theatre Aspen), Mr. Mayor/Wickersham in Seussical (CCM/The Carnegie), The Wreck and Dance Captain in Wonderful Town (CCM), Billy Crocker in Anything Goes (Black Rock Theatre), and Ensemble and Dance Captain in Fiddler on the Roof (The Lexington Theatre Company).
Annika Jonker (she/her)
Originally from Fairfield, Connecticut, Annika is a passionate singer, dancer, actor and writer. Some recent credits include: Susan & Others in Tick…Tick…BOOM! (The Carnegie), Ensemble, u/s Janet in The Rocky Horror Show (The Carnegie), Swing in Ride the Cyclone (UC Mosaic), Clarisse, Mrs. Dodds, Ens., u/s Annabeth in The Lightning Thief (CCM) and Rosie, Ens., u/s Ursula in Sweet Charity (CCM).
Peyton Kern (she/her)
Originally from Cooksville, Maryland, Peyton is an actor, singer, dancer and jazz artist. Some of her credits include Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd (CCM), Mouth in In the Green (CCM), Marmee in Little Women (CCM) and a swing in Escape to Margaritaville (Toby's Dinner Theatre).
Amelia Lamb (she/her)
Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Amelia is an active musical theatre performer. Some of her credits include Mrs. Wade in Wonderful Town (CCM), ensemble & u/s Jeanie in HAIR (CCM), u/s Mrs. Lovett & ensemble in Sweeney Todd (CCM), ensemble in Ragtime in Concert (Cincinnati Symphony), swing in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (CCM), The Witch in Into the Woods (Mad Theater), Vivienne Kensington in Legally Blonde (Sandstone Theater)
Chloë Lezotte
From Bend, Oregon, Chloë is a vocalist, actor and artist. Some of her Credits include Jutta in In The Green (CCM), Beggar Woman in Sweeney Todd (CCM), Cosette in Les Miserables (Summit Theatre) and Ilse in Spring Awakening (TMF).
Indya Lincicome (she/her)
Originally from Tallahassee, Florida, Indya is a playful and heartfelt performer, bringing stories to life with energy and passion. Some of her credits include Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes (CCM), Mama Euralie in Once on This Island (CCM), Rizzo in Grease (The Carnegie) and Jovie in Elf the Musical (The Children’s Theatre).
Anargha Pal (he/him)
Originally from Alpharetta, Georgia, Anargha is an active actor, musician and artist. Some of his credits include Ted Hinton in Bonnie & Clyde (Bay Street Theater), Sundeep/Nikos in Legally Blonde (Theater Aspen), Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd (CCM), and as Tonton Julian in Once On This Island (CCM).
Declan Smith (he/him)
Originally from West Hartford, Connecticut, Declan is an active actor and director. Some of his credits include Melchior in Spring Awakening (CCM), Robert Baker in Wonderful Town (CCM), Ensemble in Bandstand (Playhouse on Park) and Lord Clapham in Something Rotten (CCM).
Sam Yousuf (he/him)
Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Sam is a singer, actor, and musician. Some of his credits include Seaweed in Hairspray (Theatre By The Sea), Claude in Hair (CCM), Mitch Mahoney in Spelling Bee (CCM), Grover in The Lightning Thief (CCM), Ensemble U/S Gator in Memphis (The Lex), and Ensemble U/S Papa Ge in Once On This Island (CCM).
RSVP: Watch the Senior Showcase
Join us at Five Angels Theater at the 52nd Street Project for the Class of 2026's Musical Theatre Senior Showcase!
About CCM Musical Theatre
CCM Musical Theatre Series production of "42nd Street." Photo by Mark Lyons.
CCM set the standard for musical theatre training ... literally. CCM Musical Theatre was the first program of its kind in the US, and it continues to be a leader in the industry. A four-year bachelor of fine arts (BFA) program, it was used by the National Association of Schools of Theatre in formulating the guidelines for the accreditation of Musical Theatre programs nationwide.
The program provides professional conservatory training designed to help singers, dancers and actors become accomplished musical theatre performers. Students participate in a number of productions while in residence and create a freshman and a senior showcase, the latter functioning as their New York debut for agents and casting directors. In addition, students undertake courses in English, history, psychology, dramatic literature, social and ethical issues and the humanities.
CCM Musical Theatre graduates are following careers as performers and creative artists in every facet of the entertainment industry. CCM Musical Theatre graduates are working on Broadway and throughout the nation in such productions as Anastasia, Hamilton, Waitress, The Book of Mormon, Pippin, Wicked, Jersey Boys, Les Miserables, Kinky Boots, Big Fish, Newsies and The Lion King. Students represent CCM in national and international touring productions, in dinner theatres and theme parks, on cruise ships, on television, in talent agencies, as producers and in many of the related entertainment fields.