Twenty-two sets were built for the “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” production. Courtesy
Bella Hicks has been required to wear many costumes throughout her performing arts career, but a reindeer suit – complete with harness, so she can soar high above the stage – was a new one.
Hicks recently landed the title character role in “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer,” which takes the stage Dec. 8 at the Cheyenne Civic Center.
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Bella Hicks is an actor and singer who has recorded with LeAnn Rimes, Josh Groban and Lionel Ritchie on multiple David Foster productions. She’s also in a band, JackBenny, that she can be caught performing with around her hometown of Los Angeles. Courtesy
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All the beloved characters from the TV special, such as Hermey the Elf and Boss Elf, are featured in the live production. Courtesy
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Niki Kottmann is the Wyoming Tribune Eagle’s features editor. She can be reached at nkottmann@ wyomingnews.com or 307-633-3135. Follow her on Twitter @niki_mariee.
