Massapequa High School stages 'Mean Girls' musical

The popular 2004 movie-turned-musical comes to the school's stage for two evening performances.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Massapequa High School drama department is bringing the popular 2004 movie-turned-musical 'Mean Girls' to the stage for two evening performances on March 6 and 7. The show features a cast of 75 students, with senior Allison Hassell playing the lead role of Cady. Other key roles include sophomore Michael Colberg as Damian, junior Juliana Ansaldi as Regina, and junior Sophia Rose Alfieri as Gretchen. The two-act production is directed by Katie Pearsall and includes musical numbers like 'Fearless,' 'Meet the Plastics,' and 'Where Do You Belong?'

Why it matters

The 'Mean Girls' musical is a popular choice for high school productions, allowing students to celebrate the end of their own high school experience through a show that explores the social dynamics and challenges of teenage life. The Massapequa High School production provides a fun, community-oriented theater experience for both the student cast and local audiences.

The details

The Massapequa High School production of 'Mean Girls' will feature a cast of 75 students, with senior Allison Hassell playing the lead role of Cady. Other key roles include sophomore Michael Colberg as Damian, junior Juliana Ansaldi as Regina, junior Sophia Rose Alfieri as Gretchen, senior Lauren Borenstein as Karen, junior Nick Bernstein as Aaron, sophomore Hunter Lewner as Kevin, junior Alex Green as Mr. Duvall, and senior Giavanna Pizzo as Miss Norbury. The two-act show includes musical numbers like 'Fearless,' 'Meet the Plastics,' and 'Where Do You Belong?', and is directed by Katie Pearsall with support from a production team including choreographer Danielle Coutieri, production assistant Nichole Greene, vocal director Craig Coyle, and crew director Jason Cavanaugh.

  • The 'Mean Girls' musical will be performed on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 at 7 p.m.
  • There will also be a free performance for local senior citizens on Thursday, March 5 at 12:30 p.m.

The players

Allison Hassell

A senior at Massapequa High School who is playing the lead role of Cady in the school's production of 'Mean Girls'.

Michael Colberg

A sophomore at Massapequa High School who is playing the role of Damian in the school's production of 'Mean Girls'.

Juliana Ansaldi

A junior at Massapequa High School who is playing the role of Regina in the school's production of 'Mean Girls'.

Katie Pearsall

The director of the Massapequa High School production of 'Mean Girls'.

Massapequa High School

The high school staging the production of 'Mean Girls' in Massapequa, New York.

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What they’re saying

“It's a really good way to celebrate the end of high school with a show that's about high school. Figuring out who they want to be is a lesson people take with them as they leave high school.”

— Allison Hassell

“I like the music, it's very good, it's upbeat. I like the story. It teaches a very valuable lesson and it's very funny.”

— Michael Colberg

“This is a fun, popular show that we've been looking forward to doing for a long time. I have the right group of students who are perfect for the roles.”

— Katie Pearsall, Director

What’s next

Tickets for the 'Mean Girls' musical performances on March 6 and 7 can be purchased at the door or in advance through the Massapequa High School music department. There will also be a free performance for local senior citizens on March 5 with reservations required for groups arriving by bus or van.

The takeaway

The Massapequa High School production of the 'Mean Girls' musical provides a fun, community-oriented theater experience that allows students to celebrate the end of their high school journey through a show that explores the social dynamics and challenges of teenage life.