Wedding Party
Nicole Karpuszka
Maid of Honor
Nicole has been one of Becca's best friends since elementary school. Both of their mothers became a dynamic duo and started a theatre program at St. Gabriel School where Becca and Nicole attended. Naturally, after spending many hours together during rehearsals and partially raising Cici and Logan while their moms were busy with rehearsals, Nicole and Becca became best friends. They joke about how they raised Becca's siblings together and how they were bonus moms. Many sleepovers, late nights, dances, musicals (some a two-woman show), and one trip to Disney World solidified their friendship, and they became sisters. Nicole is the Glinda to Becca's Elphaba and never fails to make Becca laugh and feel better. Now, they both teach at Catholic schools and share stories of their crazy students while reminiscing about their Catholic school days. Maybe one day they will teach at the same school and become a new theatre dynamic duo like their mothers.
Victoria Karpuszka
Maid of Honor
Vicki is Nicole's older sister who also became a very important person in Becca's life while attending St. Gabriel School. Vicki became Becca's older sister and gave her advice and comfort, and helped her get into a little trouble, despite Becca's mother's wishes. Vicki continually brought Becca out of her comfort zone and helped make her the person she is today. She introduced her to many musicals and books. Vicki and Becca sang together a lot at St. Gabriel Church, where they rocked harmonies together (St. Gabes has not heard a better psalm duo since!). They loved singing with each other at church so much that created parodies of St. Gabe classics while making perogies for the church festival (River of Butter is arguably better than River of Glory). They love to share their love of musicals, books, coffee, sweets, and the Disney character Stitch. Becca always looked up to Vicki and will always be grateful that she became the older sister Becca never had.
Cecilia Kuch
Bridesmaid
Cici is Becca's not-so-little sister who is actually taller than Becca, which Cici will not let her forget. Although they got on each other's nerves while growing up and struggled to get along, Becca eventually warmed up to her "annoying" younger sister and tried to be the best role model for her. Now, they tell everything to each other and Becca loves hearing her sister talk about her interests and her friends in school. Cici and Becca have had many adventures together through family vacations, Starbucks trips, and nights when their parents had a date night. They also like to mess with their brother when they get the chance. Becca and Cici love baking chocolate chip cookies together, sing in the car, and geek out about Disney and Broadway musicals. They both will do anything to get sister time and love to roast each other as much as possible. Becca could not have asked for a better younger sister.
Allison Rader
Bridesmaid
Alli was Becca's "big" in their college fraternity. Alli "adopted" freshman Becca and showed her all the ropes of being a college student at BGSU and helped her through the many ups and downs of young adulthood. Between the late-night therapy sessions in Alli's car (may Bertha rest in peace) and the chaos of being in operas together, Alli and Becca became very close sisters. They bonded more when they sang together for four years at Our Lady of Consolation Basilica, where they played tricks on their choir director with their small church friend group... more like a small family (love you Jayce & Kert!). The late nights of laughter, Taco Bell trips, seeing Christmas lights, belting show tunes, and harmonizing to choral music in the car are memories with Alli that Becca will always cherish. Now, Becca and Alli share long phone calls talking about their crazy theatre and music students.
Andrea Kaufhold
Bridesmaid
Andrea and Becca hated each other at first. They both sang in the same voice studio, and there may have been some tension and competition, especially when they struggled in a New Music trio together. When they both fumbled to get through their aural skills classes, they realized that they were very similar and that there was no need for the animosity. You might say they trauma bonded from music school. They both fell in love with their SAI sisterhood and will fight anyone for each other, and Andrea is a badass so she will fight if needed. Andrea and Becca bonded while trying to rebuild their fraternity (Andrea and Liana did most of the work, TBH), and Andrea was always there to support Becca through all of her dramatic moments. Andrea showed Becca the art of crafting, allowed Becca to become her second roommate, and offered her cats for therapy throughout college. Now, Andrea, Liana, and Becca share monthly Facetime calls, a little self-written newsletter, at least one small yearly weekend trip together, and weekly "Waffle Wednesday" update videos to keep in touch with their hectic lives.
Liana Mann
Bridesmaid
Liana and Becca became friends through their fraternity and allowed Becca to become her third roommate. Liana always gives Becca the best advice and is an amazing listener, especially when Becca is having a rough time. Liana is the type of friend that Becca can just sit and enjoy her presence even if they are not doing anything together. One of the favorite memories Becca has with Liana is waking up early on one of their girls' trips and just enjoying being present in the same silent room together. They also ensue chaos in the car, no matter who is driving or giving directions. Andrea will not allow either of them to be in charge of the car together after too many close calls. Sorry, Andrea, but at least no one died! The many nights of laughter, crafting, and complaining about the stresses of life with ice cream or drinks, Becca will always remember. Becca loves talking about their relationship with their husbands (or soon-to-be husband for Becca) and their jobs (Liana is the epitome of a girl boss). Becca is so grateful that Liana is in her life.
Elias Johncox
Best Man
Eli is Christian's childhood best friend! Since meeting in fourth grade and growing closer at robotics camp in sixth grade, they spent most of their nights hanging out. Some of their escapades included frequent late-night sleepovers playing video games until an unacceptable hour, biking around town, especially during the summer, and getting up to honest adolescent trouble. Christian is elated to be able to share his special day with someone he considers to be a adopted brother.
Logan Kuch
Groomsman
Logan is Becca's brother who has become her partner-in-crime while growing up. Until Cici was old enough, Logan did everything with Becca, including coordinating Halloween costumes, playing Barbies, and being her duet partner for Disney songs occasionally. Becca was a brother to Logan while growing up by being wrestling partners, playing with Hot Wheels and trains, pretending to be superheroes, and being fiercely competitive on video games (Becca could never beat him in Wii Sports). Logan eventually became the same height as Becca, and they looked so similar that everyone thought they were twins even though they were three years apart. Therefore, they played along and created their twin birthday: May 13. They memorialized it by making the numbers with their fingers in a ride photo on Splash Mountain in Disney World. Becca would find any opportunity to include Logan in her shenanigans and get him in trouble like any older sister, and he always agreed to participate. Logan and Becca are super close and love to tease each other at any chance they get. They have too many inside jokes and memories to recall and will be best friends for life. You can choose your family, but Becca was lucky enough to have her best friend chosen for her by chance. Christian and Logan have started becoming brothers by becoming very competitive and teasing each other. Logan, Becca, and Cici now have another victim to their tricks with Christian joining their family.
Jacob Ramsey
Groomsman
Jake is another of Christian's closest high school friends! From singing in choirs together, to seducing prison guards, and almost killing Ashton with a stray arrow in DnD campaigns. Jake and Christian have grown even closer since graduation through a mutual love of video games and strategy board games! Many weekends, especially during the summer, you're likely to find Jake and Christian playing video games and board games together until late in the evening. Christian was blessed to be Jake's best man for his and Ashton's wedding last summer! He's very excited to get the chance to pay back the favor and share his special day with both Jake and Ashton!
Ashton Clark-Ramsey
Groomswoman
Ashton is a close friend of Christian's from high school. Although Ashton didn't attend the same school as Christian, they met through Ashton's husband, Jake! Ashton and Christian have continued to build a strong friendship after graduation. Ashton has grown into a big sister role for Christian. He is very excited to get to share his special day with Ashton and Jake after he was best man for their wedding last summer!
Dillon Boehwood
Groomsman
Dillon is a new addition to Becca and Christian's Cincinnati family. They all met in the Christ Church Cathedral Choir, where Dillon saw Christian and thought, "What a cute bass," and was a little disappointed to find out Christian was dating Becca. Christian eventually moved to the tenor section with Dillon, and now their choir director has to separate the two of them to avoid too much disruptive laughter. Dillon is an amazing friend to both Christian and Becca and always gives them the best advice and brightens their day. Becca can always count on Dillon to kidnap her when she needs a distraction from stress and sing in the car with her to Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, or any of the pop music queens. Whenever Becca needs a listening ear, Dillon always answers the phone right away and always makes her feel better and validated. There have been many wine nights with snacks, movie theater dates, nights out dancing, and geeking over legos with Dillon. And there will be many more. Dillon keeps the light alive in Becca and Christian's lives and they could not imagine their lives without him.
Brooks Kuch-Longberry
Ring Bearer
Brooks is Becca and Christian's furry friend who has become a very important part of their lives. Becca and Christian love to go on walks with Brooks and give him all the treats! Brooks' humans love treating him to car rides and giving him pup cups from the magic window. Make sure to give Brooks some love! Warning: he does jump when he is excited!