Emily Cherie Hansen (Zaresh), soprano, is gaining acclaim for her radiant tone, expressive artistry, and dynamic stage presence. A recent transplant to Utah, she made her Utah Festival Opera & Musical Theatre debut in 2024 as Lauretta in Gianni Schicchi/Buoso’s...
Kylie Bruneel (Esther/Hadassah) has been singing and performing from an early age, developing a lifelong passion for music and the stage. While earning her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Utah Valley University, Kylie appeared in many fully staged and...
Chase Weed (Mordecai) is a tenor hailing from Boise, Idaho. Chase grew up performing with Boise’s Kiwanis Boys Choir where he wore a classy patched navy blue buttoned sweater and khaki pants. Later in life, Chase dawned the khaki and blues again as a member of BYU’s...
Keith McCauley (King Ahasuerus) is a tenor, conductor, arranger, and actor based in the Treasure Valley. He is co-founder, Vice President, and Associate Director of Cantus Youth Choirs, where he has directed and arranged since 2012. A lifelong vocalist, Keith trained...
Braden Johnson (Haman) is a bass/baritone who has performed in venues around the world, such as Carnegie Hall and the Forbidden City Concert Hall in China. He has been performing as a member of both collegiate and professional choirs for nearly a decade, including his...
