THE CAST

Amazing Talents

One Star Rising wouldn’t be the same without the hard work and execution of our talented cast and crew. Our team includes some of the industry’s best and brightest; people who are striving to find new ways to tell a story and challenge their abilities. Take a look at their bios.

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MARC MOUTON

Executive Producer / VIP Judge

Marc Mouton is responsible for a wide variety of elements during the pre-production and production of One Star Rising, from scouting and securing worldwide talent, to site selection, producing, directing, editing all the way through the sale, promotion and docuseries release.  Marc was also the writer/producer/director of Teen Musical - The Movie and Composer of the Official Soundtrack.

CARLEIGH BETTIOL

VIP Judge / Teen Mentor

As an original Broadway cast member of HAMILTON, Carleigh's stage experience and tremendous dance skills will be on display teaching the teens the actual choreogphery to the song "My Shot". Carlieigh will also be a VIP Judge for the final round of competition.

RYAN VASQUEZ

VIP Judge / Teen Mentor

Ryan is an experience Broadway performer with leading roles in HAMILTON and WICKED. He will teach a pod on singing for the stage and perform the hit song from HAMILTON "Dear Theodosia" in the Docuseries. Ryan will also serve as a VIP Judge.

EMMA GRAVES

Executive Producer's Liaison / Teen Vocal Mentor

Emma is a seasoned singer/actor/teacher with over 20-years experience in the performing arts.  She holds a BA from Louisiana College in Theater/Music/Psychology. She will assist the teens in proper preparation and stress management during the competition.

SAMANTHA JOHNSON

Singer / Featured Contestant

14-year old Samantha is a very gifted young performer and is so excited to chosen through the open auditions. She has a strong passion for music and would like to thank Marc Mouton and Emma Graves for accepting her in this amazing cast and experience.

MARY DESMOND

Singer / Featured Contestant

Mary is a special, gifted soul, that hails from California. A skilled party princess who just brings a smile to the audience with her smooth vocal stylings. She is a veteran of American Idol who is now ready to plant her flag at the winners table.

ANDREA BETKA

Singer / Featured Contestant

17-year old Andrea is a Junior in High School in Fort Worth, Texas. She has been singing since she is born and is a natural singer/songwriter who plays many instruments. She was chosen during the open audition round while singing her original songs

MICAH POBLETE

Singer / Featured Contestant

Micah is an award-winning performer out of Georgia. This power house singer has performed all over the Southeast including at Disney World in Orlando. "Singing is my passion and all I want to do is show everyone what I love doing."

LILLIAN CAZABON

Singer / Featured Contestant

16-year old Lillian is a talented young singer and musical theatre performer from New Orleans. Among her many achievements includes performing at Carnegie Hall. She was first an understudy who earned her way to a featured cast spot with hard work and determination.

MACY MITCHELL

Singer / Featured Contestant

Macy is currently a Vocal Performance Major at Louisiana College. She has an extensive experience in dance, theatre and music but her passion is the stage. Her resume boasts starring roles in The Music Man, Thief By Chance, Fiddler on the Roof and The Wiz.

DANIEL PAUL

Singer / Featured Contestant

Daniel (18) is a music theater major in New Orleans entering his Freshman year at Northwestern State University. He is a veteran of Teen Musical - The Movie and was a 2019 All-American Cheerleader. Danny's infectious personality is a joy to all cast members.

VICTORIA LIRETTE

Singer / Featured Contestant

Victoria is one of our youngest and most inexperienced contestant just turning 16 but possesses tremendous gifts and ability that one is only blessed with at birth.  Another big voice that displaces heartfelt raw emotion when she sings.

PEYTON CLEMENT

Singer / Featured Contestant

13-year old Peyton from Lafitte, LA. is the youngest contestant in the competition. Her rich, full tone and distinctive vocals has caught the attention of the House of Blues Music Forward Foundation. Peyton made in through the open audition process.

SARAH GUARISCO

Singer / Failed Contestant

Sarah recently graduated from LSU where she studied Theatre Performance. She is a highly skilled ballet and hip-hip dancer and she also works as a high in demand dance instructor at Revolution Dance Company

HOLLY LAVIOLETTE

Teen Music Mentor

Holly is a professional singer and a alumnus of our Teen Musical - The Movie project.  She will share her stage experiences and sing a beautiful song while hosting a honest Q&A session.

JAKE LANDRY

Teen Music Mentor

Jake is a professional musician having performed over 1,500 shows.  He currently works at the House of Blues and was lead male in Teen Musical - The Movie. He will also host a Q&A session.

ROXANNE MARCHAND

Final Competition Round MC

Roxanne is an established independent writer/director and a alumnus of Teen Musical - The Movie. Her lively off-the-cuff humorous personality is guaranteed to bring a smile to our final live event.

To learn more about our cast, get in touch.