Wedding Party
Amy Mott
Matron of Honor
Who is this person? Amy is my sister! How long have we known each other? We have known each other for 28 years and some change. How did we meet? Again, she is my sister, I didn't have much choice in the matter... Favorite thing about them? She is the most kind person who will do absolutely anything to help out anyone that she loves. She has helped me through so many situations and I can't imagine my life without her!
Brandon Hoeflein
Best Man
Brandon and I didn't really know each other until freshman year of high school where we both commiserated 8th hour P.E. after marching band. From that point on, we went through undergrad together, we've watched hundreds of movies, listened to a several dozen soundtracks, traveled across the country, and been the best of friends. Even when he abandoned me to go to his dream school in California and I shipped myself off to Florida, distance wasn't a problem and we carried on as if we were only a few minutes apart. While I consider all of my groomsmen my best men, Brandon holds a special place and is my Best Man.
Autumn Twardowski
Bridesmaid
Who is this person? Autumn is my childhood best friend! How long have we known each other? We have been hanging around each other for about 24 years I think? How did we meet? We met at gymnastics. Favorite thing about them? She has a heart of gold and the strength of an army. I am constantly blown away by how well she handles everything life throws her way with a smile on her face.
Rob Campbell
Groomsman
What to say about my brother other than I've known him since as long as I can remember? Well he's that built-in friend despite me being a pain-in-the-neck for most of his life. He's always been that great older brother bailing me out of sticky situations, giving me the advice that I need, and just being the added support that everyone needs in life. He's also gifted me with the greatest nieces and nephews that make my friends say "okay but they are way too perfect kids" and I couldn't agree more.
Kelsey Brady
Bridesmaid
Who is this person? Kelsey is my Florida friend! How long have we known each other? We have known each other for about the last 6 years. How did we meet? She worked with Tyler at Disney so we all hang out all of the time! I think the first time I met her was at a Bird Call cast party, but it also could have been a late night dinner, who knows?!? Favorite thing about them? Kelsey follows her dreams and rocks at everything she tries, she even took most of the photos we are using on this site! She has so many talents and she uses them to make others laugh and feel better, which is a gift we all need every now and then.
Calvin Lester
Groomsman
Ah, Calvin. This man graced my presence at my first rehearsal for Disney and immediately I was drawn to him as a colleague and person. Ever since he and Kelsey asked me to help with Bird Call the Musical all those years ago, Calvin has become one of my closest friends and confidants. Any time you hang out with Cal, you just know you're going to have a good time. He has helped me become a better performer in so many ways that I owe most of my success to him but he's also made me a better person just by being his friend.
Beth Augustin
Bridesmaid
Who is this person? Beth is my Illinois/Florida/Illinois friend! How long have we known each other? We probably met sometime while I was in college, but I would say we really met about 4 years ago. How did we meet? We lived together for a little while in Florida before she moved back to Illinois which I would say is when we officially met! Favorite thing about them? Beth will do anything for her friends. She will drop everything to give you a ride, cheer you up, or just keep you distracted from the rest of the world for a few hours. I know I could ask her for anything and she wouldn't even think twice. Everyone needs a Beth in their life!
Lance Allen
Groomsman
Picture it: you're a freshman at McKendree who has just moved in and the only people on your dorm floor are footballers and band kids. Then you find out that one of them is in the low brass with you. That's when you know you've found something good. Lance and I bonded real fast based on our energies that we brought to the room, especially during band camp. He likes to play up that I'm the crazy one and that everyone has to put up with my antics but he secretly loves it because he then gets have his fun, and he knows deep down that he's just as bad. Since college, he's been with us every step of the way, kicking and screaming and laughing and I wouldn't have it any other way.