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John Brown (Safari Stan) John has been in the performing arts as long as he can remember…he began singing at the age of 3 and has never stopped. His Professional Career started at the age of 9 in the Broadway Musical “Shenandoah”. He then attended the Youth Performing Arts School in Miami and received a Degree in Musical Theatre becoming a permanent Florida resident. Through out the years He has performed around the world from Broadway’s Miss Saigon, Pippin, The Tap Dance Kid, the Lion King, and also with the Boston pops Orchestra touring. He currently tours with The world renown group “Rockapella“. In addition to touring and theater productions, John also expanded his talents at The Walt Disney World Theme Parks for 7 years. He worked as a principal Performer for over 30 shows including the opening of the newest park “Animal Kingdom.” He has performed with Artists such as Phil Collins, Tina Turner, Julie Andrews and Brian McKnight. He is currently releasing an Album (Gospel R&B) this year and is still on Tour with Rockapella After seeing John perform both during the audition and on stage; the producers knew he was the right man for the leading role in Enviropals.
Jennifer Simmons (Safari Sue) Jennifer brings the needed warmth and calmness to a very zany atmosphere. Always the clear thinking one, “Safari Sue” is the anchor that holds the entire“Enviropal” gang together. Jennifer with her multiple talents including an incredible vocal range and dance talents, was a perfect fit for this role. Her television experience includes appearances on Sea Quest, Fortune Hunter, As the World Turns and Circus of the Future Stars. She has a vast stage background that includes principle roles in regional theater productions of: A Christmas Carol, Hair, 42nd Street, West Side Story, The King and I, Fiddler on the Roof, Big River Bye Bye Birdie and many more.
Amia Danielle Watson (Safari Kid, Jasmine) Amia comes to “Naturia” via Deland, Florida where she is an elementary student. Having appeared in numerous commercials in the greater Orlando area, Amia’s warm and friendly presence along with her excellent vocal skills made her a hit with both the cast and crew of “Enviropals” almost instantaneously! She enjoys playing the piano, singing the both the school and church choirs, cheerleading, the Girl Scouts, running track and swimming. In addition to extra-curricula activities, Amia is an honor roll student who enjoys geography and math.
Aeja Pinto (Safari Kid, Jade) Aeja is without as doubt a bright spot of the production. We took one look at that radiant smile, and experienced her quick wit and we knew she would be a perfect fit as a “Safari Kid.” She has appeared in numerous television commercials produced by Disney Corporation, WPBT Channel 2, Garnet, Discovery South America. In addition to commercial productions, she has appeared in industrial productions with the University of Miami, and the Miami Institute of Art independent films and in numerous print ads.
Jordyn Campenella (Safari Kid, Jordan) Jordyn, who is a native of Daytona Beach, is a very talented local performer. Having played staring roles in many of the Daytona Beach Children’s Musical Theater troop productions, making the transition from stage to the small screen was a natural adjustment. Jordan’s on camera presence and excellent vocal range was what the producers were looking for and she was the first “Safari Kid” cast. With her red hair and adorable freckles she was an irresistible choice for both the casting director and the producers.
Dylan Lyons (Safari Kid, Jared) Dylan was the perfect choice for the male “Safari Kid” role of Enviropals and his sense of humor is contagious. Having appeared in many commercial, industrial, and educational television productions with: Telemundo, Kids Vision, PBS, Discovery Kids, Toyota, Direct TV, Macy’s, Miami Children’s Hospital, and many more he was a natural fit for the role. In addition to school, he is involved in all sports from baseball, hockey, swimming, and football. And, much to the chagrin of one of the New England born creators, is a diehard Miami Dolphins fan. Dylan adds the much needed role model for young boys we are please to have him on our team.
Jeremy Blinn: Head puppeteer & Curriculum designer Jeremy Blinn has been in the field of education for the past fourteen years. He has a Bachelors of Science in Science Education and a Master's of Business Administration. As a classroom science teacher he earned many local, national, and international accolades such as training opportunities to be a G.L.O.B.E. (Global Learning by Observations that Benefit the Environment) Program teacher, and a Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund Scholar. He has used his time in the classroom, on district curriculum development committees, as well as experience working for the Teachers' Curriculum Institute to provide real and relevant approaches to connecting classrooms with the television show, “Enviropals.” As Curator of Science at the Museum of Arts and Sciences, Jeremy has taught thousands of children through classroom visits, stage shows, and planetarium shows. In addition to science education, he has a life-long passion of puppetry being inspired by the late Jim Henson. He is a member of professional groups such as: Puppeteers of America, Life Time Member of the Florida Association of Science Teachers, and the National Science Teachers Association.
Puppeteers The 16 teenage puppeteers who work under the direction of Jeremy Blinn to animate the 16 zany animal "Enviropals!" on the back wall of the “Housetree" are students of Atlantic High School's Communication and Performing Arts Academy. The puppeteers are made up of 9th and 10th grade academy students, as well as other students from AHS, friends and family members.

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