Meet Our Cast
Molly - Owner and Performer
Molly is the owner and creative force behind Mermaid Molly Flora, a business dedicated to creating magical experiences for children and families. As a PADI-certified mermaid and skilled character entertainer, Molly combines her talents in underwater performance, singing, and acting to craft unforgettable moments for audiences of all ages.
Molly’s passion for music and performing began at a young age, studying at the Etobicoke School of the Arts. She has honed her craft over more than a decade and has performed on stage since 2019. Her theatre credits include roles in Newsies and Mamma Mia! with Brampton Music Theatre, as well as Sister Act and the Variety Show with Garden City Productions. Since 2021, Molly has delighted children and families as a character performer at parties and events. Most recently, she has combined her love for performing and marine life in mermaid aquarium shows, captivating audiences with her enchanting underwater performances.
Molly’s talent and dedication have been recognized with several accolades, including winning the 2025 Canadian Choice Awards for Entertainers in Mississauga, being nominated for the 2023 Monarch International MerAwards, receiving an Honourable Mention for Characterization at the 2023 Niagara Falls Comicon Cosplay Contest, earning a place in the 2023 YetiCon Cosplay Hall of Fame, and winning the 2022 Burlington ToyCon Cosplay Competition.
In addition to her performances, Molly mentors and collaborates with her talented team of performers, fostering creativity and ensuring that the magic of Mermaid Molly Flora continues to delight audiences throughout Southern Ontario. Her mission is to enchant audiences with magical performances, create cherished memories, and transport them to a world of wonder where imagination knows no bounds.
Sofia - Performer
Sofia has loved performing since she was three years old. In preschool, she memorized and recited Some One by Walter de la Mare in front of her class. Every year after that, she was part of her class’s plays, performing as a choir member, narrator, and ensemble character. Her repertoire includes Little Red Hen, Princess and the Pauper, and Oliver Twist.
When Sofia migrated to Canada, the school’s play director noticed her talent and cast her in a side role in Ratz. Eager to develop her skills, she took drama and musical theatre classes throughout high school. At Mary Ward Catholic School, she played Suzie Harper in their 2015 play Tom Sawyer. As a grade 9 student, she was not expected to have a speaking part, but she showed dedication. More recently, she moved to a school where there were no plays, so she was part of small drama and musical theatre scenes from shows like Mamma Mia and Descendants.
Despite her birthday being in August, Sofia’s first birthday party was a costume party. Her favourite holiday has always been Halloween, where she would have a different costume each year. Recently, she has been cosplaying at local conventions, experimenting with costume design and sewing. Sofia is thrilled to be one of Mermaid Molly Flora’s performers because she loves working with children and representing diversity.
Beth - Performer
Beth was thrilled to join Mermaid Molly Flora in 2024 and is delighted to be entertaining children this year.
Beth has been singing and performing since she was a child, showcasing her talents with her local community choir and at school. She attended Mayfield Secondary School for vocal music, where she nurtured her singing talents. Beth was also a competitive figure skater for 16 years, which fostered her strong work ethic and physical performance skills while giving her opportunities to teach younger skaters.
In recent years, Beth has performed with many community theatre groups in both supporting and lead roles in musicals and plays. It was through these performances that she met and became friends with Molly, sharing a mutual love for creating magical experiences.
Beth began cosplaying in 2019 and fell in love with embodying her favorite characters. Living out her dream of “being” a Disney princess, she entered the world of children’s entertainment that same year. She has delighted in making children’s dreams come true ever since, including many virtual visits in 2020 and in-person parties starting again in 2021.
Now, Beth is overjoyed to be back as a princess, making children’s birthdays magical as part of our team.
Clarinda - Performer
With over 8 years experience as a children’s event entertainer and character performer, Clarinda puts her heart and soul into making every event a special memory-in-the-making.
She started working with kids at the age of 12 as a Canfigureskate Instructor, and hasn’t stopped since! Over a decade of expertise was gained teaching dance in various styles and included recital/performance, makeup/costume preparations, choreography, school curriculum programs, and the position of Head of Ballroom and Latin Dance at YMCA North York.
With a BA in Fine Arts Cultural Studies from York U, Fashion Styling from TMU, and as a Certified KMCC Creativity Coach, Clarinda loves creative brainstorming. It is her joy to use innovation to create games and moments that weave your chosen theme into your event.
She has specialized in bringing creativity to the community at large, leading various art and movement based recreation programs. She has created multiple syllabus for dance and sports programs for community centres, as well as Jr. Leaders for youth. Clarinda loves to encourage cooperative play and artistic expression to spark imagination and creativity to make your special event heartfelt and magical.
Trista - Performer
Trista is a lifelong Disney enthusiast whose love for performing began on the stages of Pickering Christian School and All Saints Catholic Secondary. She found her voice through school and church choirs and began playing flute at age 12, performing with orchestra bands and in musical theatre productions.
Her passion for costumes started early, modeling her own creations in sewing-show fashion walks for Fabricland. That creative spark evolved into cosplay, with appearances at Toronto Comic Con and FanExpo - and in 2025, Trista won first place in a Disney cosplay contest at The Rec Room.
Now a proud member of Mermaid Molly Flora Entertainment, Trista brings her warmth and joy to every child she meets. With years of experience working with kids through church and summer camps, she’s a natural when it comes to making little ones feel seen and celebrated.
She’s also a mermaid performer - Trista swam competitively with the Whitby Dolphins, became a certified PADI scuba diver in 2021, and recently earned her SSI Mermaid certification. Whether on land or sea, she’s thrilled to make magic come to life.
Olivia - Performer
Olivia is delighted to continue creating special memories that last a lifetime. She began as a party princess in 2018, but took a hiatus until 2024, when she was welcomed onto the Mermaid Molly Flora team.
In 2019, Olivia had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Molly in Newsies and Mamma Mia! with Brampton Music Theatre. A few years prior to that, Olivia is most proud of her role as Glinda in her high school’s production of Wicked, where she assisted with costuming, choreography, and music direction. Olivia is dedicated to her craft, and her passion and love for the performing arts shines through in her work.
Whether it be theatre camp, vocal lessons, dance classes, or acting classes, Olivia continuously pursued the performing arts throughout her life. She has now embarked on a journey to grow and develop even more as a performer and artist.
Olivia is incredibly grateful for every opportunity to share the magic of the characters and princesses that shaped her into the woman she is today.