by David de Hilster | May 5, 2026 | Casted
Luanda Lia de Hilster has been cast as Reno Sweeney in the University of Central Oklahoma’s upcoming production of Anything Goes, marking another major milestone in her fast‑rising musical theatre career. A true triple threat, Luanda brings the rare combination of...
by David de Hilster | Jan 21, 2026 | Directing
Edmond Oklahoma, January 20, 2026 – Luanda Lia has been selected as Dance Captain under the direction of acclaimed Broadway artist and choreographer Nathan Peck. Peck—known for his work on Broadway, national tours, and major regional productions—selected Luanda...
by David de Hilster | Dec 17, 2025 | Casted, Performance
Edmond Oklahoma, December 15, 2025 – Having just finished in the lead role of Adelaide in Guys and Dolls put on by the Musical Theatre Department at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), Luanda landed a supporting role in Chicago as one of the Merry...
by David de Hilster | Dec 15, 2025 | Directing
Oklahoma City, OK, December 2025 — The musical theatre faculty at Oklahoma City University have selected student Luanda de Hilster to direct and choreograph a short Christmas performance for the Hobby Lobby Creative Division’s corporate holiday event. De Hilster was...
by David de Hilster | Oct 11, 2025 | Performance
Luanda de Hilster stepped fully into character this month as she posed for a new round of publicity photos for her role as Miss Adelaide in Guys and Dolls. The shoot captured her signature blend of charm, comedic timing, and classic musical‑theatre glamour—everything...