Juliet Kidwell is thrilled to be part of this year’s Lamb of God with Witness Music California. She discovered the work last year and was moved by its blend of musical theater, classical oratorio, and cinematic score. Portraying Mary Magdalene is both an artistic and spiritual privilege, and she is grateful to share in this testimony of Christ’s love and redemption. Regionally, Juliet has performed as Leisl in The Sound of Music (Pacific Symphony), Madame Glawari in The Merry Widow, Cosette in Les Misérables, and the Soloist in Fauré’s Requiem. Her choral engagements include the Hollywood Bowl (John Williams, Andrea Bocelli, Star Trek in Concert), LA Phil (The Planets), Segerstrom (Legend of Zelda in Concert), and Carnegie Hall (O’Regan’s Triptych). An award-winning artist, Juliet holds a degree in Vocal Performance, is a four-time finalist in NATS-LA Regional Competitions and has won the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia-American Music Soloist Competition and Franc D’Ambrosio’s Phantom’s Search for Christine Competition. She teaches at Songbird Studio OC and performs as a jazz vocalist.

Anna Gubbay has been singing for as long as she can remember. She began formal vocal training at age twelve with Dr. Carol Ann Allred at the University of Utah, continuing her studies through middle and high school before later pursuing opera at the University of Utah. That early foundation sparked a lifelong love of singing and performing. Over the years, Anna has appeared in numerous operas, musicals, and choirs, developing both her vocal technique and her passion for the stage. Among her favorite roles are Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast, Glinda in Wicked, and Kira in Xanadu. While she cherished her time studying and performing, her most recent and favorite role has been singing to her baby boy. Anna is grateful for the opportunity to step back into the musical world, lend her voice to this sacred production, and share in its powerful message of faith and hope.

In his eighth season with the cast, Paul Snyder treasures the opportunity to portray John in Lamb of God. A Thousand Oaks native, Paul developed his love of music at an early age through choir, piano lessons, and musical theater, performing throughout his school years and in community productions.
He studied Piano Performance on scholarship at Brigham Young University, where he sang in Concert Choir and appeared in productions of West Side Story and Guys and Dolls. He also spent two summers performing professional musical theater at Sundance Theater, further refining his stage experience. Paul later earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from UC Berkeley and has practiced in Thousand Oaks for over 25 years. Beyond his profession, he cherishes time with his
wife, Romy, their four children, and grandchildren. He is deeply grateful for the opportunity to unite his faith and music in this sacred and meaningful production.

Andrea Church Durant is a pianist and vocalist from Lindon, Utah, now based in Los Angeles. She holds a Master degree of Music from the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music and a Bachelor degree of Music in Voice with a certificate in Collaborative Piano from Utah Valley University. She works as an accompanist and private piano and voice coach. Andrea has performed leading operatic roles including Mimì (La Bohème), Rosalinde (Die Fledermaus), Violetta (La Traviata), and Lucia (Lucia di Lammermoor). She has collaborated with universities, opera companies, and festivals in the U.S. and abroad, and was named Resident Collaborative Artist at the St. Andrew’s Canada Music Festival in 2025. Her faith deeply shapes her artistry. Early memories of hearing Lamb of God with her mother strengthened her devotion to Christ. She later served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in England, Switzerland, Germany, and Austria and is grateful to share her testimony through music.

Returning for his fourth year in Lamb of God, Caiden Babbitt values the opportunity to explore the emotional depth and complexity of Judas. He has been active in choir and theater throughout the Thousand Oaks area and was a member of Westlake High School’s premier audition choir, A Class Act, where he refined his vocal and performance skills. His stage credits include Sky Masterson (Guys and Dolls), Gaston (Beauty and the Beast), Rooster Hannigan (Annie), and Stromboli (Geppetto and Sons), roles that showcase both his vocal strength and dynamic character work. Currently working as an electrical assistant with Gold Coast Electric, Caiden continues to pursue opportunities to perform and grow artistically. During his missionary service for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he often listened to Lamb of God, deepening his connection to its message. He is grateful to contribute to this powerful testimony of Christ through music.

Lynette Green is pleased to return to the cast of Lamb of God. Her musical journey began at age eight with piano lessons, and she discovered her love of singing in high school. She earned a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Arts from California State University, Northridge, where she performed in Gianni Schicchi.
Lynette has sung with the Ventura Master Chorale in works including Carmina Burana and has appeared in musicals such as Who Shot the Sheriff? She has also performed with Village Voices Chorale, featured in selections including Grandma’s Killer Fruitcake, Jamaican Noel, and Puttin’ on the Ritz. Recently, she formed a family Christmas ensemble, E.L.F., performing throughout the community. With more than 20 years of experience teaching piano and voice, Lynette has mentored students in schools and her private studio and directed children’s productions and concerts. She is grateful for her family’s support and for the opportunity to share her faith through music.

A Los Angeles–based tenor/baritone, Michael Babbitt returns to Lamb of God with gratitude and enthusiasm. In addition to performing, he is an accomplished songwriter, producer, vocalist, and sound designer whose work spans multiple genres and media. His debut album, Power Undiminished, received “Best Album of 2001” at The American Synthpop Awards, launching a career that has included writing music for television, film trailers, and video games. He has collaborated with Grammy-nominated artists Kaskade and BT, further establishing his presence in the industry. Michael also contributed signature sounds to the award-winning Omnisphere synthesizer, with his work featured in major recordings and film scores worldwide. Known for blending technical innovation with expressive artistry, he values creating music that resonates both emotionally and spiritually. He is grateful for the opportunity to lend his voice and talents to this sacred and meaningful production.

Lynette Green is pleased to return to the cast of Lamb of God. Her musical journey began at age eight with piano lessons, and she discovered her love of singing in high school. She earned a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Arts from California State University, Northridge, where she performed in Gianni Schicchi. Lynette has sung with the Ventura Master Chorale in works including Carmina Burana and has appeared in musicals such as Who Shot the Sheriff? She has also performed with Village Voices Chorale, featured in selections including Grandma’s Killer Fruitcake, Jamaican Noel, and Puttin’ on the Ritz. Recently, she formed a family Christmas ensemble, E.L.F., performing throughout the community. With more than 20 years of experience teaching piano and voice, Lynette has mentored students in schools and her private studio and directed children’s productions and concerts. She is grateful for her family’s support and for the opportunity to share her faith through music.

Crystal Bateman is a trained musician and actor with experience in musical theatre, faith-based productions, and solo performance. She studied Musical Theatre in Royal’s Theatre program (2022–2024), appearing in roles such as Gretchen (Mean Girls), Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins), the Genie (Aladdin), and Timon (The Lion King). She previously portrayed Mary in Night in Bethlehem and has been a featured soloist at community and church events, weddings, and patriotic celebrations. Crystal has studied Contemporary Music and Songwriting at BYU and recorded with Emmy-nominated composer Patrick Rose. She has studied voice privately since 2017 and performed in multiple annual recitals across diverse genres. Crystal is grateful to participate in Lamb of God and to share meaningful, faith-centered storytelling through music.

Tom Arnett has cherished music for most of his life, finding joy in both performing and listening. He participated in high school bands, sang in collegiate ensembles, and has remained active in church choirs for many years. Music has long been a meaningful part of his life and a way to connect with others and express his faith. Nearly two decades ago, he was introduced to Lamb of God when his parents sang in the chorus at the Oakland Temple Visitors’ Center. The music left a profound and lasting impression, and its message has stayed with him ever since. This season marks his first opportunity to participate in the production himself. Tom is deeply grateful to add his voice to this powerful work and to help share its message of faith, hope, and redemption with the community.

Aaron Woolley returns for his eighth consecutive season as Narrator. A longtime Conejo Valley resident, he has been deeply involved in the local arts community for many years, performing in numerous musicals and vocal ensembles. Known for his strong stage presence and warm delivery, he is frequently invited to serve as Master of Ceremonies for community and professional events. Aaron’s voice-over work has been featured in business advertisements and promotional media, highlighting both his versatility and professionalism. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Aaron is a business manager in the entertainment industry, a skilled tax accountant, and the owner of Trust Management of Thousand Oaks. He values balancing analytical work with creative expression. A devoted husband to Maren and proud father of five children, Aaron treasures time with his family. He is honored to help tell this sacred story once again and is grateful to lend his voice to this inspiring production.

Marie Pearson Tarbet is delighted to return as Narrator. A professional voice-over artist, she has recorded national advertisements for Hallmark, NBC, Allstate, Kinkos, and Olive Garden, as well as projects for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She is also the voice of the Nauvoo Visitors’ Center women’s statues. As half of the sibling duo “The Pearsons,” Marie has collaborated on projects for Deseret Book, PBS, Especially For Youth, Shadow Mountain, Target, and Irving Music. Their song “I Believe That Jesus Loves Me” was published internationally in 2025.  Marie loves sharing the story of Jesus Christ through narration. She enjoys Playing instruments, teaching music, gardening, and serving alongside her best friend and husband, Lee. The two recently completed a senior mission in rural Thailand, where she recorded voice-overs for a public hospital (2022-2023).

Cari Celaya, violinist and proud Ventura County resident, serves as assistant concertmaster of the Westlake Village Symphony and concertmaster for the annual Easter oratorio Lamb of God. She previously spent a decade as concertmaster for Handel’s Messiah and performs with the Sepia Strings Quartet and a Violin-Harp Duo. Cari treasures collaborating with vocal ensembles, including the Lamb of God Choir and the Los Robles Children’s Chorale. Among her meaningful highlights are performing in the orchestra pit for The King and I and Les Misérables. She is frequently invited to share solo and chamber music in worship settings and finds deep joy bringing music to residents of healthcare and hospice facilities. In addition to performing, Cari maintains a private studio and coaches young musicians through the Lyceum Oaks Youth Orchestra and Summer Solos Symphony Workshop, fostering the next generation of artists.