Eli Vander Griend
Friedrich
Eli Vander Griend (Friedrich) The hills are alive—and so is Eli’s excitement for his national tour debut in the beloved classic, The Sound of Music! Regional: Falsettos (Court/Timeline) “Jason,” Fun Home (Porchlight) “Christian,” Matilda (Fireside) “Bruce,” Billy Elliot, School of Rock (Paramount), A Christmas Carol (Metropolis). Eli is a member of Chicago’s ETC Tap Company. Special thanks to coaches Audrey Belle Adams, Michelle Aravena, Tina Reynolds and Christina Ramirez, incredible sisters Lucy and Lila, and the dedicated Talent X Alexander team! Instagram: @elivandergriend
Ava Davis
Louisa
Ava Davis (Louisa) Excited to make her professional debut! A current vocal major at Charleston County School of the Arts. At SOA, she has had the honor to play Louisa (The Sound of Music) and is excited to get to do it all again! Previously seen in local productions of Annie (Molly), The Lion King Jr. (Young Nala), Matilda Jr. (Alice), and more. “This is an absolute dream come true, thank you to everyone who has helped me get here!” Insta: @avadavadavis
Benjamin Stasiek
Kurt
Benjamin Stasiek (Kurt) hails from SC, and is thrilled to be making his national Broadway tour debut! Matilda (Bruce, SC Children’s Theatre). A two-time National Association of Teachers of Singers Mid-Atlantic winner and three-time NATS SC category champion, Benjamin is passionate about musical theatre, storytelling, and making people laugh. He loves reading, building LEGOs, and games. He sends love and thanks to his family, BHA Voice Studio, and everyone cheering him on! IG: @benjaminstasiek
Haddie Mac
Brigitta
Haddie Mac (Brigitta) is over the moon to be on stage as Brigitta! She recently toured Asia as Marta (U/S Gretl) in the 23’/24’ The Sound of Music International Tour. Offstage, she’s chasing sparkles, bouldering mountains, befriending animals, and developing her wanderlust. Known to friends as Haddie Mac n’ Cheese, she’s thankful for the teachers and mentors who guide her, her professional team—and for her family, who makes all her dreams come true. Follow along: @haddiemac
Ruby Caramore
Marta
Ruby Caramore (Marta) is thrilled to make her Broadway tour debut with this awesome cast! Favorite roles include Molly in Annie and Tiny Tim at BGW. Endless gratitude to her sisters Charlie and Stella. Special thanks to Kim Pedell, Hugh Copeland, Amelia DeMayo, Jacklyn Collier, and Kurt Domoney.
Luciana Vandette
Gretl
Luciana Vandette (Gretl) Age 8, from Buffalo, NY. Lucy is thrilled to be a part of the von Trapp family and join this incredible cast! Credits: National Tour – How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical (Cindy Lou Who). TV/Film –Terrifier 3, Night Agent, Netflix’s Horton Hears a Who, Echo Valley, Fallout, Fresh Kills. Huge Thanks to the creative team, NETworks Presentations, The Telsey Office, CESD – David Doan, Alyson Isbrandtsen, Darby Vincent, Donald Rey, Christie Delaney, Joanne. IG:@lucy_vandette
Oliver Cirelli
u/s Kurt, u/s Friedrich
Oliver Cirelli (u/s Kurt, u/s Friedrich) is honored to join the national tour of The Sound of Music! Favorite regional credits include Bye Bye Birdie (Randolph MacAfee), A Bronx Tale (Young C), and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Augustus Gloop/U.S. Charlie Bucket). He is endlessly grateful for the support of his incredible family and friends, and to his amazing agent David Doan at CESD. Love to the entire SOM team! IG: @ollie_cirelli
Tessa Mae Pundsack
u/s Louisa, u/s Brigitta
Tessa Mae Pundsack (u/s Louisa, u/s Brigitta) is beyond excited to be making her national tour debut! Recent credits: Susan Waverly in White Christmas (Paramount), Small Alison in Fun Home (Porchlight), Annie in Annie (BNT), Baby June in Gypsy (Devonshire). Tessa adores dance, traveling, musical theatre, and her yorkie Pico. Endless gratitude to her coaches, friends, and family. Special thanks to Christina Ramirez and Sarah Schroeder for always believing in her! Rep: Stewart Talent; Free Flight Talent. @tessamaeonstage
Berkeley Waluk
u/s Marta, u/s Gretl
Berkeley Waluk (u/s Marta, u/s Gretl) Thrilled to be making her professional/Broadway National debut with this incredible team! Credits: Annie Jr (Annie), The Sound of Music (Gretl). A member of Humboldt County, CA, Main Stage Young Performers Company. Endlessly grateful to Darby Vincent, Alyson Isbrandtsen, Krista Curry, Bercy Talent, Daphne Endert, Main Stage Humboldt and The Sound of Music team. Much love to her family and friends. @berkeley_annew
Tour Schedule
The Sound of Music
| Detroit, MI | 03/05/26 - 03/08/26 | Fox Theatre | BUY TICKETS |
| Greensboro, NC | 03/10/26 - 03/15/26 | Steven Tanger Center | BUY TICKETS |
| Schenectady, NY | 03/17/26 - 03/22/26 | Proctors Theatre | BUY TICKETS |
| Philadelphia, PA | 03/31/26 - 04/05/26 | Academy of Music | BUY TICKETS |
| Atlanta, GA | 04/07/26 - 04/12/26 | Fox Theatre | BUY TICKETS |
| Los Angeles, CA | 05/05/26 - 05/24/26 | Pantages Theater | BUY TICKETS |
| San Diego, CA | 05/26/26 - 05/31/26 | San Diego Civic Theatre | BUY TICKETS |
| Costa Mesa, CA | 06/02/26 - 06/14/26 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts | BUY TICKETS |
| Reno, NV | 07/14/26 - 07/19/26 | Pioneer Center | BUY TICKETS |
| Denver, CO | 07/29/26 - 08/02/26 | Buell Theatre | BUY TICKETS |
| Dallas, TX | 09/08/26 - 09/20/26 | Music Hall at Fair Park | BUY TICKETS |
| Houston, TX | 09/29/26 - 10/04/26 | Hobby Center | BUY TICKETS |
| Ft. Lauderdale, FL | 10/13/26 - 10/18/26 | Broward Center | BUY TICKETS |
| Minneapolis, MN | 10/20/26 - 10/25/26 | Orpheum Theater | BUY TICKETS |
| Cincinnati, OH | 11/10/26 - 11/15/26 | Aronoff Center | BUY TICKETS |
| Ottawa, Ontario, Canada | 12/29/26 - 01/03/27 | National Arts Centre | BUY TICKETS |
| Baltimore, MD | 01/05/27 - 01/10/27 | Hippodrome Theatre | BUY TICKETS |
| Birmingham, AL | 02/02/27 - 02/07/27 | BJCC Concert Hall | BUY TICKETS |
| Miami, FL | 02/09/27 - 02/14/27 | Adrienne Arsht Center | BUY TICKETS |
| New Orleans, LA | 03/02/27 - 03/07/27 | Saenger Theater | BUY TICKETS |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 03/16/27 - 03/21/27 | DeVos Performance Hall | BUY TICKETS |
| Fort Worth, TX | 04/20/27 - 04/25/27 | Bass Hall | BUY TICKETS |
| Portland, OR | 05/11/27 - 05/16/27 | Keller Auditorium | BUY TICKETS |
| Tempe, AZ | 06/22/27 - 06/27/27 | ASU Gammage | BUY TICKETS |
Review Quotes
BroadwayWorld Memphis - February 18, 2026
"The other members of the von Trapp family are no less enchanting-- the children (portrayed by Eli Vander Griend, Ava Davis, Benjamin Stasiek, Haddie Mac, Ruby Caramore, and Luciana VanDette) all have moments to shine but their voices also meld together perfectly. The serious moments about the War are temporarily broken with certain comedic moments from the children, particularly Brigitta (Mac) and Gretl (Vandette) whining about being the youngest. "
The Daily Texan - February 5, 2026
"Chemistry between the performers proved a pervasive theme, as all seven of the von Trapp children nailed each solo note and group harmony. In “The Lonely Goatherd,” the youngest von Trapp, Gretl, played by eight-year-old Luciana Vandette, charmed the audience with her yodeling, garnering “awws” from the audience. The children used props throughout the song, such as socks for goat ears while jumping on the bed, bridging the set to the story in an engaging way. Haddie Mac, who played the mischievous Brigitta von Trapp, provided another stellar performance for the evening. Her line delivery felt thoughtful, stopping for dramatic pauses and hitting her sassy remarks with punch. A clear crowd favorite, Mac brought laughs from the audience, whether she was helping Rainer understand her love for Captain Georg von Trapp or simply bringing biting honesty to scenes of complex, political tension."
BroadwayWorld Boston - January 11, 2026
"Bringing humor and warmth to their roles as the other Von Trapp children are Eli Vander Griend as Friedrich, Ava Davis as Louisa, Benjamin Stasiek as Kurt, Haddie Mac as Brigitta, Ruby Caramore as Marta, and Luciana Vandette as Gretl. The seven young performers harmonize sweetly throughout, often joined by Capaldi and Earley, but never more so than in their heart-tugging rendition of “So Long, Farewell” at the end of act two."
Street of Toronto - December 3, 2025
"each child shines in their own way"
NEXT Magazine - December 2, 2025
"The von Trapp children, as expected, are scene stealers. Of particular note is Brigitta (Haddie Mac), whose keen observations and penchant for telling the truth consistently earn the biggest laughs."
BroadwayWorld Toronto - November 29, 2025
"Speaking of the Von Trapp children, this production features Ariana Ferch as Liesl, Eli Vander Griend as Freidrich, Ava Davis as Louisa, Benjamin Stasiek as Kurt, Haddie Mac as Brigitta, Ruby Caramore as Marta, and Luciana VanDette as Gretl. Every single one of these performers is a delight. One of this writer’s favourite moments in the show, is when Maria teaches the children to sing with the iconic "Do-Re-Mi" number."
Dayton Local - October 16, 2025
"From their marching to yodeling, the von Trapp children were more in sync than Justin Timberlake with each other…The all-knowing and brutally honest Brigetta (Haddie Mac) delivers some funny lines. The youngest, Gretl, (Luciana Vandette) gets lots of “Awwww’s’ from being so adorable."
BroadwayWorld Raleigh - October 8, 2025
"Each of the von Trapp children make quite an impression"
BroadwayWorld Washington D.C. - September 15, 2025
"these young von Trapp children are amusing without being portrayed as impish or excessively cute. Aside from the delightful Ms. Ferch as Liesl , the other children are all expertly portrayed by Eli Vander Griend, Ava Davis, Benjamin Stasiek, Haddie Mac, Ruby Caramore and Luciana Vandette."
DC Theatre Arts - September 15, 2025
"All the children were wonderful in “Do-Re-Mi” and the reprise of “So Long, Farewell,”..."
MD Theatre Guide - September 14, 2025
"The children...Eli Vander Griend (Friedrich), Ava Davis (Louisa), Benjamin Stasiek (Kurt), Haddie Mac (Brigitta), Ruby Caramore (Marta), and Luciana Vandette (Gretl)—shine as true stars. "