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Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg
Book by Kyle Jarrow
Musical Production Conceived by Tina Landau

June 12 - 14, 2026

2026 Teen Company Show

The Spongebob Musical

“Effervescent candy for the spirit!”
- New York Magazine

Run time is approximately 2.5 hours, with a 15 minute intermission

Rated: PG-13

When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world! An exciting new musical featuring irresistible characters and magical music, this deep-sea pearl of a show is set to make a splash with audiences young and old. The future is bright, the future is bold, the future is The SpongeBob Musical.

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Performances: Friday June 12 2026 7pm Buy Tickets, Saturday June 13 2026 1pm Buy Tickets, Saturday June 13 2026 7pm Buy Tickets, Sunday June 14 2026 1pm Buy Tickets. Learn more about box office information, subscriptions, and flex passes.
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Cast & Production

Show Cast
Larry the Lobster / EnsembleAnthony Connors
Karen Computer / EnsembleAya Mannaa
Sandy Cheeks / EnsembleAyanna Hernandez
Buster Bluetang / EnsembleBailey Crawford
Patrick Star / EnsembleBrooke Carcione
Sardine Devotee / EnsembleDarci Siva
Sardine Devotee / EnsembleEllie Nadboralski
Squidward / EnsembleGelila Elias
Perch Perkins / EnsembleGianni Petty
Plankton* / EnsembleGus MacKenzie
Foley Fish / Narrator / GaryLauren D’Ambrosio
Mrs. Puff / EnsembleLexi Reid
Old Man Jenkins / EnsembleLucy Friedberg
Pearl Krabs / EnsembleMia Hangai
SpongeBob SquarePantsOllie Gould
Mayor / EnsembleStella Cunha
Patchy the PirateTy Leonard
Johnny Bartender / EnsembleVivian Haight
Eugene Krabs / EnsembleWaylon Zargar
Plankton* / EnsembleZachary Ting
Creative team
Director and Vocal DirectorSarah Jebian
ChoreographerSkylar Rose Adams
ConductorJacquelyn Whitaker
Rehearsal Stage ManagerSkyler Riordan
Production Stage ManagerEryx Cooper
Set and Lighting DesignEric Olson
Sound Design and Audio TechnicianAren Olson
Costume Design & CoordinationMia & Gianni Petty
ProjectionsSteve Muterspaugh
Audio Technician and Run CrewMichael Sacco
Production AssistantAudrey Farabee

Headshots & Bios

Alexa “Lexi” Reid (Mrs. Puff) is thrilled to make her Hillbarn Theatre debut. Her regional credits include productions with Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory: Alice in Wonderland Jr. (Queen of Hearts), Mary Poppins (Bird Lady), Shrek Jr. (Teen Fiona), and SpongeBob (Ensemble), as well as Matilda Jr. (Miss Trunchbull) and Seussical Jr. (Jojo). She is grateful to the talented cast, crew, and directors for their encouragement throughout this unforgettable experience.
Anthony Connors (he/him) (Larry the Lobster/Ensemble) is excited to be part of this Hillbarn Teen Company show. His Hillbarn Conservatory credits include The Drowsy Chaperone Jr. (Gangster), Finding Nemo Jr. (Bruce the Shark), and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Charlie Brown). Outside of theatre, Anthony enjoys sports, building LEGOs, and video games. He is a rising 7th grader at Field Middle School and hopes you enjoy the show.
Aya Mannaa (Karen Computer/Ensemble) is thrilled to make her Hillbarn Theatre debut. An 8th grader at Castilleja School, she has appeared there in The Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow), High School Musical, and Matilda. With Pied Piper Players, her favorite role was Jane in Descendants; she has also appeared in Willy Wonka and Seussical. Outside of theatre, Aya sings with Peninsula Girls Chorus and Aswat, an Arabic choir, and trains in hip-hop dance.
Ayanna Rae Hernandez (Sandy Cheeks) is an 18-year-old senior from Westmoor High School, where she appeared in Mamma Mia (Tanya). She has performed with Hillbarn for six years, and SpongeBob marks her final performance here. Past Hillbarn credits include Alice by Heart (Angus/Caterpillar), Grease (Sandy), Heathers (Ensemble), and Legally Blonde (Paulette). She gives a special thanks to her friends and family for their support.
Bailey Crawford (Buster Bluetang/Ensemble) has performed with Hillbarn Theatre in The Unsinkable Molly Brown (Jailor/Sacred 36/Ensemble) and trained through Hillbarn’s Spotlight Studio program. Additional credits include Bowditch Middle School’s production of The Lion King Jr. (Lion Cub). Bailey currently attends Bowditch Middle School.
Brooke Carcione (Patrick Star) has previously performed with Hillbarn Theatre in The Drowsy Chaperone Jr. (Man in Chair). She has also worked with Pied Piper Players in Oliver! (Oliver) and Narnia the Musical (Dwarf), along with various ensemble roles. Brooke is learning a great deal from this show and would like to thank everyone behind the scenes making it happen.
Darci Siva (Sardine Devotee/Ensemble) is delighted to make her Hillbarn Theatre debut. Past regional credits include Annie (Tessie) at Berkeley Playhouse MainStage, Legally Blonde Jr. (Pilar) at Salesian Theatre, and Sister Act Jr. (Nun 1) at Salesian Theatre. Darci has been studying acting and theatre since age 9, with training from Elissa K. Acting Studios and American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco.
Ellie Nadboralski (Sardine Devotee/Ensemble) attends Hillsdale High School. Her credits include Into the Woods (Stepsister/Rapunzel), Descendants (Belle), Seussical (Cat in the Hat), and Alice in Wonderland (Alice). Ellie has also been dancing since age two. She would like to thank her family, voice coach, dance teachers, and friends.
Gelila Elias (Squidward) is thrilled to return to the Hillbarn Theatre stage. Her previous Hillbarn credits include The Drowsy Chaperone Jr. (The Drowsy Chaperone) and Alice by Heart (Ensemble). Additional credits include middle school productions of Matilda Jr. (Ms. Trunchbull), Into the Woods (Stepmother), and Mary Poppins Jr. (Miss Andrews). She sends a huge thank you to her directors for the opportunity to bring Squidward to life.
Gianni Petty (he/him) (Perch Perkins/Ensemble) is a 15-year-old freshman at Aragon High School. His credits include Honk (Ugly) and Seussical (Jojo). He has also studied piano for seven years. Though theatre is a newer passion, Gianni hopes to pursue a career as a stage actor. He would like to thank everyone who supported this show, especially his mom for help with his costuming.
Gus MacKenzie (Plankton/Jerry the Security Guard/Ensemble) has previously performed with Hillbarn Theatre in The Unsinkable Molly Brown. He is grateful to the cast, crew, and everyone who has supported him throughout his theatrical journey, and he loves bringing Sheldon J. Plankton to life.
Lauren D’Ambrosio (Foley Artist/French Narrator/Gary the Snail) makes her Hillbarn Theatre debut as a veteran of Bay Area theatre. Recent credits include Almost, Maine (Santa Clara Players, Assistant Director), The Sound of Music (SBMT, Maria Von Trapp), Twelfth Night (LASC, penta-instrumentalist/dance ensemble), Next to Normal (Doctor), and Wizard of Oz (Voice of Scarecrow) in an ASL-inclusive production. She also directed the Burnett Elementary School Performance Program from 2016–2019.
Lucy Friedberg (Old Man Jenkins/Ensemble) previously performed with Hillbarn Theatre in 101 Dalmatians (Lucky). Her regional credits include productions with Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory — Alice in Wonderland (Caterpillar), Mary Poppins (Bank Teller/Chimney Sweep), Frozen Jr. (Young Elsa), and Edward Tulane — as well as Matilda (Nigel) with Starting Arts and The Nutcracker (Owl Clock) at Palo Alto Children’s Theater.
Mia Hangai (Pearl/Ensemble) is excited to return to the Hillbarn stage. She previously appeared in Alice by Heart (Caterpillar 2/Ensemble) and has worked backstage at Hillbarn for three years. Additional credits include Twelfth Night (Fabian) with ACT’s Young Conservatory.
Ollie Gould (SpongeBob) has most recently performed in Grease (Eugene) with d.theatre. He has also performed with SCCT and Miami Children’s Theater.
Stella Manfrinato (she/her) (The Mayor of Bikini Bottom/Ensemble) began her acting journey with Broadway Babies & Kids, participating in three productions including The Little Mermaid and The Nutcracker. In elementary school, she performed with Mugglebees in Aladdin (Ensemble), Cinderella (Evil Stepmother), and The Little Mermaid (Scuttle). SpongeBob the Musical marks her Hillbarn Theatre debut, and she is thrilled to continue her acting journey here.
Ty Leonard (Patchy the Pirate) is making his first appearance with Hillbarn Theatre Conservatory. He has been doing theatre since age five, with numerous Hope Musical Theatre credits including Annie! (Rooster), The Sound of Music (Captain Von Trapp), and Bye Bye Birdie (Conrad Birdie). Ty attends TIDE Academy, a public high school in Menlo Park.
Vivian Haight (Johnny the Bartender/Ensemble) has performed with Hillbarn Theatre in The Unsinkable Molly Brown (Ensemble), Finding Nemo Jr. (Crush), and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Ensemble). Vivian will be entering 7th grade at Bowditch Middle School this fall. She would like to thank her family, friends, and all those who have supported her.
Waylon Basquez Zargar (Mr. Krabs) is new to Hillbarn Theatre and could not be more excited to join this cast. A rising sophomore at Aragon High School, he recently made his stage debut in Puffs. He looks forward to a future filled with more music and drama.
Zach Ting (Plankton/Jim the Security Guard/Ensemble) has performed with Hillbarn Theatre in Descendants (Jay), The Drowsy Chaperone Jr. (Robert Martin), Mary Poppins (Mr. Punch/Ensemble), and High School Musical Jr. (Zeke Baylor). He has also performed with Broadway Babies and Kids and San Carlos Children’s Theatre.

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Brigitte (she/hers)  is a native Bay Area actress and theatre maker. When Brigitte is not on the stage she is taking your calls managing the Hillbarn Box office. Brigitte Is very excited to be back performing on the Hillbarn stage with such an incredible wealth of bay area talent. Some past roles include Ensemble/swing in Kinky Boots (ROLT), Kelly Manning in The Mad Ones & Heather Chandler in Heathers (PSP), Ali in Mamma Mia (San Jose Stage Co), Poppy in Noises Off (Hillbarn Theatre), Little Red Riding Hood in Into the Woods (LASC).