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Celebrating 30 years of holiday entertainment in Charleston.
Performers
Producers Brad and Jennifer Moranz gather some of the country’s most talented performers for an entirely new show featuring holiday favorites.
Brad Moranz, Producer
Brad has appeared on Broadway in the role of Cosmo in "Singin’ in the Rain," and he later re-created the role for the national touring production. Other Broadway credits include "A Day in Hollywood, A Night in the Ukraine," and the original off-Broadway production of "Little Shop of Horrors," playing the role of Seymour. His film and TV credits include "Radioland Murders," "Stompin’ at the Savoy," and guest appearances on “Matlock” and “Surface.”
Jennifer Moranz, Producer
Jennifer danced in the original Broadway production of "42nd Street." Prior to that she was high kicking as one of the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes. She was a featured dancer in the national tour of "Singin’ in the Rain," and she has appeared in regional productions of "Guys and Dolls" and "A Chorus Line," as well as the TV movie, "Stompin’ at the Savoy." Choreographic credits include films "Radioland Murders" and "The Road to Wellville.'
Tiffany Parker, Singer
Tiffany has been a featured singer on international cruise ships who now lives in Charleston and can be seen regularly in Moranz Entertainment productions. She started singing at age 10 with The Charleston Youth Company. Even when relegated to the garage with a broomstick for a microphone, she knew performing would be her passion.
Michael Minor, Singer
Michael (singer/ventriloquist) has been a guest entertainer for several cruise lines, including Oceania, Regent and Princess. When he is on land, Michael enjoys spending as much time as possible with his wife, Jill, and two children, Noah and Neve. Together, Michael and his family have performed their Family Variety Show and Family Christmas Show at several theatres in Pennsylvania since 2010.
Matt Shingledecker, Singer
Growing up in Charleston, Matt performed at Porter-Gaud, Charleston Youth Co., South of Broadway Theater Co., Footlight Players, Spoleto, and Charleston Stage Company. While studying music theater at Elon University, Shingledecker played the role of Phantom in “The Phantom of the Opera” before joining the Broadway and First National Touring Company of “Spring Awakening” as Georg. He also performed on Broadway as Fiyero in “Wicked” and as Tony in “West Side Story.” He is currently performing as Disney’s Broadway Guest Artist playing both King Triton (“The Little Mermaid”) and Jafar (“Aladdin”).
Kindred Moore, Singer
Kindred Moore made her professional debut at 13 years old with Moranz Entertainment and is thrilled to be back performing with Brad and Jen. A native of Charleston, Kindred recently moved to NYC after earning her BFA in Musical Theatre at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Some of her favorite credits include As You Like It (Rosalind), The Robber Bridegroom (Rosamund), and Into The Woods (Cinderella’s Mother). Most recently she originated the role of Sam in Pleasure Never Lies at PURE Theatre with music and lyrics by Brad Moranz and Marshall Hagins. Kindred gives a special thank you to her family, Charleston community, and Brad and Jen for their constant love and support. “All glory to God!” Rep: Clear Talent Group. Connect with Kindred @kindred_moore or via kindredmoore.com
Sophia Anna O'Brien, Singer
Sophia hails all the way from Hopewell Junction, NY. Past credits include The Hello Girls at Syracuse Stage (Louise LeBreton), Les Misérables (Eponine), for which she was a 2022 Roger Rees Winner and Jimmy Nominee, & RENT (Maureen). Sophia sends her utmost gratitude to Moranz Entertainment, NOCO, Hudson Artists, Dylan, her ever-supporting family, and to the greatest parents in the whole wide world for the opportunity of sharing her love for music. Connect with her @sophia_anna25 and sophiaannaobrien.com
Veronica Wright, Singer
Veronica relocated to Charleston from Brooklyn, New York. While she spent her early life in Southern California, she has spent most of her career on the East Coast on Cabaret stages in New York and on the high seas with Norwegian Cruise Line Creative Studios and Oceania Cruise Line. Since her move to Charleston, she has performed in reoccurring shows at Forte Jazz Lounge, in productions and sets with North Charleston POPS, with Emerald Empire band and at many different venues and night scenes in Charleston. She also performs and helps to produce live and filmed productions with SoftShoe Studios. Veronica is always delighted to work with Moranz Entertainment and is grateful for the love and support of her husband, Gabriel and her undeniably sassy pooch, Brooklyn.
Sherrod T. Brown, Singer
Sherrod is a renowned triple threat with a diverse artistic career. He has choreographed and performed with Grammy winners like Mariah Carey and Miley Cyrus and has been featured on national networks such as ABC, NBC, BET, and Disney Channel. Sherrod appeared on Beyonce's Instagram performing "Before I Let Go." Sherrod made history as the first male NBA dancer and cheerleader for the Orlando Magic and has served as a principal vocalist for major cruise lines. He had headlined international tours across Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Recently, he toured nationally in the Broadway production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” as Judas and Simon. Sherrod is making his Radio City Music Hall debut in Hugh Jackman's residency "Hugh Jackman From New York With Love."
Jordan Maria, Dancer
A native of Charleston, in 2012 Jordan launched her dancing career at 14 years old with Moranz Entertainment. Jordan attended the Charleston County School of the Arts and is a graduate of the College of Charleston, double majoring in Dance and Theatre. Jordan is a company member of Annex Dance Company. She performed with Pauletta Washington and The Charleston Pops. Jordan’s work has engaged a form of video artistry that is a collaboration of storytelling and dance. Projects have included working with award-winning artists Marcus Amaker and Ranky Tanky, Wade Davis (CNN), Gino Castillo (Cha Cha Charleston). Jordan has also created visual works such as Glory Comes, Selah, and an Apple marketing campaign. Her choreography has been featured in such musicals as "Daniel and the Kings," "Joseph and the Technicolor Dream Coat," and “Pleasure Never Lies.”
Peyton Whaley, Dancer
Peyton has been training in all genres of dance at United We Dance since the age of 5. At 8 years old, she joined the elite competition team. As a lyrical and jazz soloist, Peyton has won numerous awards, including overalls and title winner. She also starred as "Aladdin" in her team's musical theater production dance last season. Peyton hopes to become a member of a college dance team after she graduates high school and major in a cosmetic medical field.
Alexis Debo, Dancer
Alexis began her dance training at age 5 in Greenville, SC, at Artistic Edge Dance Center. She was a member of the competitive team for nine years, six of which were at the elite level. She is currently pursuing a double major in dance (with a concentration in performance/choreography) and communication at the College of Charleston. Alexis serves as president of Dance Alliance, where she is a strong leader within the campus dance community. She has performed in four main stage productions at the college and choreographed for the Spring 2025 Student Showcase, with her work selected for the Fall 2025 Faculty Concert.
Lindsey Ferguson, Dancer
Lindsey has been dancing since the age of 2 and competitively in a variety of styles since she was 10 at her home studio, Dancers Corner, in Greenville, South Carolina. She now is a senior studying both dance and psychology at the College of Charleston. At the college, she has been in multiple main stage dance concerts and has choreographed for both the student and faculty concert. Outside of school, she teaches dance at Rival Dance Academy and for Stretch and Grow Charleston. In addition, she is a part of both Annex Dance Company and The Collective SC and has performed at Spoleto Arts Festival and at the American College Dance Association.
Addison “Addie” Collins, Dancer
Addie has trained at United We Dance in Summerville since she was just 2 years old. She began her journey as a competitive dancer at the age of 5, earning numerous scholarships and accolades for her exceptional skills. Since 2018, Addie has showcased her talent with Moranz Entertainment, where her performances have brought joy to many.In addition to her passion for dance, Addie loves to sing and act. With dreams of attending a musical theater college, she aspires to combine her love for the stage with a future career as an esthetician, all while traveling the globe to share her talents with the world.
Parker Whaley, Dancer
Parker, 9, is the youngest dancer of the cast. She was practically raised in the dance studio watching her older sisters, Peyton and KP, train and was eager to start dancing competitively with United We Dance at a very young age. She’s won several first place awards for her jazz solos and many specialty awards for her fearless level energy and sassiness on stage. She loves to perform and is grateful to Brad and Jenny for this opportunity!
KP Whaley, Dancer
Kinley Paige "KP" trains at United We Dance and is a member of their competitive dance team. She practices all genres of dance, but excels in lyrical, jazz, and hip hop. She competes as a soloist in the lyrical category and has been a National Championship Title Winner and received several specialty awards for her technique. She's honored and excited to join the cast of the Charleston Christmas Special this year!
Zoe “Zo-Zo” Simmons, Dancer
Zoe is a native of Summerville, SC, and began her dancing journey at the age of 3 at United We Dance. As a member of the UWD competition team, she has won numerous dance scholarships and awards. In addition to her love for dance, Zoe also enjoys singing and sharing her passion for the performing arts. She is excited to perform during this holiday season and is grateful for this opportunity. Zoe plans to dance in college and hopes to become a plastic surgeon in the future. She lives in Summerville with her parents and big sister.
Virginia Weis, Dancer
Virginia started to dance at age 4 and has consistently trained in all styles for the past nine years. She is a dance major at Charleston County School of the Arts and recently received their Being An Artist Award. The majority of her studio training is at Dance Conservatory of Charleston. She was a featured dancer in Palmetto City Ballet's Purr-fect Broadway Dance Revue and has performed various roles in The Nutcracker and Wizard of Oz. Virginia is an elite competition dancer with her musical theater solos earning many titles and top overall placements regionally and nationally. At dance conventions, Virginia has won numerous scholarships, many offering complimentary year long attendance and assistant programs allowing her to assist faculty in master classes and receive industry mentorship. With dreams of performing on Broadway, Virginia acts and sings too. She loves being a member of Charleston Stage's Jr. Company and NYC Tap Crew. Her vocal debut was as Horton in Seussical the Musical. Virginia enjoys acting on camera as well and has been cast in lead and supporting roles in commercials and film. She is grateful and excited to join the cast and tradition of Charleston Christmas Special this year!