Kristina PsitosKristina Psitos stars as “Jill” in the touring cast of the Jump with Jill show. A three year veteran, she has performed the show over 275 times for over 60,000 kids. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Kristina was hand-selected and trained by Jill Jayne herself for her energy, teaching credentials, and alto croon. Kristina holds her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary and Special Education from Elizabethtown College, making her a certified teacher in the state of Pennsylvania for elementary ed, special ed, and middle level mathematics. Kristina has also taught abroad in Italy! Outside of the classroom, Kristina has been performing on stage since the age of 7 in community and regional theaters, a cappella groups, and Greek Folk dances. Kristina has performed professionally with Outreach Arts, Inc., a company that focuses on teen issues. Kristina is thrilled to be a part of the Jill army, which has allowed her to continue to be a grown-up kid. |
 Star of the Philadelphia Cast, Kristina Psitos |
Hailey McDonellHailey McDonell stars as “Jill” in the Midwest touring cast of the Jump with Jill show. Born and raised just outside of Detroit, Hailey sought out Jill Jayne to audition for the role after seeing her speak at a conference. Although Jump with Jill was not casting at the time, creator Jill Jayne was so impressed with her balance of teaching and entertainment credentials, she opened the Michigan branch of Jump with Jill. Hailey is a certified teacher and a graduate of Western Michigan University with a Bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education and a minor in mathematics. Her passion is only matched by her love of performing. Hailey has worked as a character actor at the Walt Disney World Resort, a princess performer for Once Upon a Princess, and in various roles in community and regional theaters including Legally Blonde: The Musical. Hailey is ecstatic to be part of the Jump with Jill family where she can professionally combine her love of teaching with her passion for performing. |
 Star of the Midwest Cast, Hailey McDonell |
Jeffrey BerryJeff Berry co-stars in the touring cast of the Jump with Jill show as “DJ Jeffy.” In addition to being a pro behind the turn tables, Jeff received a BFA from The University of the Arts, where he majored in Acting with a focus on teaching Stage Dialects. His work in the Philadelphia theatre community is varied; he has worked as actor, stage manager, director, teacher, and playwright, among other jobs and titles. Because his name starts with a “J,” Jeff feels right at home with the Jump with Jill team. |
 Philadelphia DJ, Jeff Berry |
Devon WatsonDevon Watson co-stars in the Midwest cast of the Jump with Jill show as “DJ Devy Watt.” Devon is a Michigan native, with a passion for singing, beatboxing, drumming, teaching, and just plain having fun! Devon joined the Jump with Jill team after three years with an educational theater company where he toured the country and the world including Germany, Holland, Sweden, Japan, and Korea as a vocalist, percussionist, and DJ. Devon couldn’t be happier about using his unique talents to instill healthy habits in kids! He is most excited about performing at his own elementary school during the upcoming Drink Milk for Life Jump with Jill Live Tour.
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 Michigan DJ, Devon Watson |