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Whiz Kid - Meet Bryan Hagelin

Seventh-grader spends his time perfecting his acting chops

An aspiring actor, Bryan Hagelin, 13, a seventh-grader at Keith Valley Middle School, has performed in 15 plays since his career began in first-grade.

“My first show was 'Cross Countryin 2004 at the Jarrettown United Methodist Church,” Bryan said. “I played the part of Terrance the Turtle.”

Bryan’s most recent part was that of Friar Laurence in "Romeo and Juliet" performed at the Theatre and Kids in Lansdale.

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“I really like acting and I used to make up shows when I was little,” Bryan said. His mother Lesa confirmed that by saying that Bryan would have a script written out for his cousins when they came over so they could perform for the family.

Bryan will be performing in "Alice in Wonderland" May 19-21 at Keith Valley Middle School and is really looking forward to the show.

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Bryan, who has his mind set on a career in acting, excels academically as well. He has been on the honor roll and distinguished honor roll beginning at Simmons Elementary and through middle school at Keith Valley.

When he's not acting or studying, Bryan attends a youth group at the Keystone Community Fellowship and helps with Vacation Bible School decorations and drama. Not surprisingly, Bryan held dramatic parts in their Christmas programs.

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