MJ - Program Book

PROVIDENCE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

2024/2025 SEASON PROGRAM BOOK

Cranston • East Providence • Lincoln • Narragansett • Warwick

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR

Welcome to the Providence Performing Arts Center’s 2024/2025 season! Thanks to the unwavering support of our loyal patrons, along with generous donors, underwriters and sponsors, PPAC proudly continues to offer an exciting array of Community Outreach and Engagement initiatives. These programs provide free or lowcost access to the magical world of live theatre for those who might otherwise be unable to experience it.

ARTS Showcase brings elementary and middle school students to PPAC to attend live performances of dance, music or theatre during regular school hours and provides the same programming virtually in their classrooms. Experience PPAC provides every Rhode Island 10th grader with the opportunity to see a select touring Broadway performance live on our stage. These programs are free to schools with transportation costs fully reimbursed. Last season, these initiatives enriched the educational journeys of over 40,000 Rhode Island students, creating memories that extend far beyond the classroom. A heartfelt thank you to Textron Charitable Trust for 24 years of continuous support of PPAC’s ARTS Scholarships. This year, 77 promising young artists were awarded scholarships, bringing the total to over 800 Rhode Island students who have been empowered to pursue their artistic dreams through summer arts education opportunities.

In partnership with The Autism Project, PPAC’s Sensory-Friendly Performances creates a guest experience that is welcoming, judgment free and inclusive of guests with a wide range of sensory, learning and physical differences. These performances are perfect for young children and guests who might benefit from a more relaxed theatre environment.

With support from Disney, PPAC has helped build sustainable musical theatre programs in under-resourced elementary schools in Providence, Pawtucket, Central Falls, Warwick and Cumberland through their Disney Musicals in Schools program. The season concludes with students performing a Student Share Event on PPAC’s stage.

The Ocean State Star Awards celebrates the achievement of students, teachers and designers involved in high school musical theatre programs. This showcase recognizes outstanding productions and students, with one female and one male lead performer from Rhode Island selected to compete at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards® (also known as the Jimmy Awards®) in New York City.

PPAC’s Seats for Service Members program hosted Rhode Island service members and their families to see a variety of shows. Additionally, Big Dreams Begin With Broadway program welcomed “bigs” (mentors) and “littles” (children) from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island to experience live theatre.

Next Stop BROADWAY® is a week-long summer musical theatre intensive that transports youth aged 10-17 to the Golden Age of Broadway. Due to overwhelming demand, this program is now two sessions in back-to-back weeks. In partnership with The Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation, PPAC offers financial aid to ensure access to the transformative power of theatre. FIRSTFED also sponsors From Books to Broadway, a partnership between PPAC and Rhode Island schools designed to expose students to the magic of Broadway performances with a chance to “meet and greet” cast members.

Enjoy our virtual Wurlitzer Concerts produced by House Organist Peter Edwin Krasinski anytime at ppacri.org/wurlitzer. The upcoming calendar promises unique experiences featuring the enchanting sounds of the Wurlitzer.

PPAC is thrilled to launch a leadership opportunity for 10th grade students and above in our new Teen Ambassador Program. Each month, Teen Ambassadors will explore different career tracks in arts management and gain firsthand knowledge from industry professionals.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, I thank you for being a vital part of our community and helping us spread the joy of live theatre. Your attendance and support are essential to PPAC and keeps our community thriving. Please visit our website at ppacri.org/outreach for more information.

I look forward to sharing with you another exciting season at PPAC!

Joseph W. Walsh, Esq. Chair, Board of Directors

THEATRE INFORMATION

PPACRI.ORG

/ProvPacRI @provpacri @provpacri /ppacri

Complimentary Wi-Fi now available!

Sign up for our email list at ppacri.org/email – it’s free!

ADDRESS

Loew’s Theatre Building, PPAC Square, 220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI 02903

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

Call: 401.421.2997, ext. 0 • Email: info@ppacri.org • Hours: M – F, 9A – 5P

BOX OFFICE

Call: 401.421.ARTS (2787) • Email: box_office_questions@ppacri.org

Window & Phone Hours: M – F, 10A – 5P; Sat, 10A – 2P and two hours prior to curtain time(s) on performance days. Hours may vary on holidays and during the summer months, please call in advance to verify.

The PPAC Box Office is your ONLY OFFICIAL ticketing source for tickets to a PPAC show. When you buy tickets from the PPAC Box Office, your purchase is secure. Purchasing from unauthorized sources may put you at risk for receiving counterfeit tickets.

SECURITY POLICY

Your safety and security are our top priorities!

Walk through metal detectors are used at all entrances. Guests may be subject to bag search. Bags must fit comfortably under a theatre seat.

PPAC does not have a secure storage area; confiscated items cannot be returned.

The following items are not permitted inside the Theatre: firearms, weapons, briefcases, suitcases, cameras and outside food or beverages.

Providence Police details are on site at all PPAC events. PPAC Management reserves the right to change the security policy or implement any security measures required for any performance without prior notice.

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CENTERSTAGE STAFF

CenterStage is the Season Program Book produced by the Providence Performing Arts Center.

P.J. Prokop PROJECT MANAGER/EDITOR

Caitlyn DiPompo CONTENT MANAGER

Gianna Lanni CONTENT ASSOCIATE

Sharon Corcoran ADVERTISING MANAGER

Christine Meahan Designs GRAPHIC DESIGNER RR Donnelley PRINTER

Aaron J. Weintraub ADVERTISING ASSOCIATE

For information on show insert advertising in CenterStage 2024/2025 or for information about advertising for the 2025/2026 season, contact Sharon Corcoran at 401.574.3136. For information on marketing sponsorships or other advertising opportunities, contact P.J. Prokop at 401.574.3103.

THEATRE INFORMATION

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HOUSE INFORMATION

The House Manager is stationed at the House Manager’s Desk in the Grand Lobby. If you need assistance during the performance, please ask an usher to see the House Manager; someone will assist you promptly.

Emergency Information: PPAC’s emergency phone number is 401.421.2997. Let someone know of your exact seat location(s) in advance of your performance so that you may be located quickly in an emergency.

Delayed arrivals: Guests who arrive after the start of the performance will be seated according to a touring company’s seating policy in order to minimize interruptions to the performance.

Cell phones must be turned off for the duration of the performance, except for the use of the GalaPro app. Taking photos or recordings of a live performance is strictly prohibited.

Inclement weather: Generally, performances are not canceled due to inclement weather. In the event of severe weather conditions, please visit ppacri.org, our social media or tune in to Rhode Island TV news and/or radio stations.

Concession purchases may be brought into the Theatre; outside food and beverages are not allowed. Visit our concession stands in the Arcade, the Grand Lobby and on the Mezzanine.

We accept credit, debit and PPAC gift cards (classic and eGift) at all of our concession stands.

Our House Manager will exchange cash to a PPAC gift card if a patron wishes to use cash for their concession purchase.

ATM: An ATM is in the Arcade adjacent to the Box Office window.

Smoking/Vaping: Smoking and vaping are not allowed inside the Theatre.

Cameras/recording devices: Cameras and recording devices are not permitted inside the Theatre, with the exclusion of news photographers who have pre-arranged with PPAC’s marketing department for a photo pass.

Lost and Found: Patrons who lose personal belongings at a performance may email info@ppacri.org or call 401.421.2997, ext. 0.

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

Accessible and companion seating can be purchased online at ppacri.org and by calling the Box Office at 401.421.ARTS (2787). At the show, ushers and operations staff are available to assist patrons. Please ask for assistance at the House Manager’s Desk in the Grand Lobby.

Theatre Entrance: PPAC has a curbside drop-off lane directly in front of the Theatre. The Arcade, Grand Lobby and Orchestra Level are fully accessible from the Weybosset Street and Richmond Street entrances.

Elevator: An elevator is located on the first floor near the Grand Lobby (adjacent to the Lobby Lounge) and provides access to the Mezzanine, and First and Second Dress Circle Balconies.

Restrooms: Fully accessible restrooms are located on the first floor closer to the Richmond Street entrance and off the walkway behind First Dress Circle.

Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs): ALDs are available free of charge on a first come, first served basis in the Grand Lobby across from the aisle 5 entrance. A driver’s license or credit card will be requested as a security deposit.

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THEATRE INFORMATION

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GalaPro: The GalaPro app offers closed captioning, audio description, amplification and more at live theatre performances. Please call 401.421.ARTS (2787) or email box_office_questions@ppacri.org to see which events offer GalaPro.

Audio/Visual Assistance: ASL interpretation, open caption and/or visual description are available upon request. Please call or email the Box Office to arrange in advance.

Sensory-Friendly performances are offered periodically during the season and will be announced when they are available. These performances provide a welcoming and relaxed environment for our guests with sensory needs. Refer to page 56 or visit ppacri.org/sensoryfriendly to learn more.

TICKETING INFORMATION

Subscription Information: You can become a subscriber to the Taco and The White Family Foundation Broadway Series and/or Encore Series at any time during the season. Subscription packages are pro-rated once the season begins.

For details on becoming a subscriber, call a Box Office representative at 401. 421.ARTS (2787) or New Subs Representative Sharon Corcoran at 401.574.3136; they will be happy to assist you.

Individual tickets are available for purchase by phone, at the Box Office window in the Theatre’s Arcade and online at ppacri.org. The PPAC Box Office accepts all major credit cards and cash. Checks are accepted up to 10 business days prior to a performance. Additional service and handling fees are applied to phone and online orders. Certain restrictions may apply.

Restoration Charge: All ticket prices include a $4 per ticket restoration charge; ticket prices are subject to change without notice.

Better Call Paul in Group Sales! Groups of 10 to 15 or more may order tickets with Group Sales Specialist Paul Hiatt at 401.574.3162 or phiatt@ppacri.org Learn more at the Group Sales page: ppacri.org/grouptickets.

eGift Cards: Our eGift cards are available at ppacri.org/giftcards in a variety of designs (“Let’s Celebrate,” “Happy Birthday,” “Thinking of You” and “Thank You”). We offer seasonal versions for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Graduation. eGift cards are instantly available and can be purchased in any denomination from $25 to $500.

Classic Gift Cards: The hard copy gift card with a presentation sleeve can be ordered by phone, at the Box Office window or at ppacri.org/giftcards. A PPAC gift card is available in any denomination when ordering by phone or in person; fixed denominations are available online.

Rush: Student and senior rush tickets may be available for certain performances with valid photo ID. Visit our social media or call the Box Office to inquire about rush.

Children’s Policy: Children under the age of six are not permitted at PPAC performances unless the performance is a Designated Family Show. Please call the Box Office or visit individual show pages on our website for showspecific age recommendations. Tickets are required for all ages.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OFFICERS

Joseph W. Walsh, Esq.

Chair

Mark T. Ryan, Esq.

First Vice Chair

Thomas A. Tanury

Second Vice Chair

Ellen Barnes

Secretary

Lowell W. Kinch

Treasurer

DIRECTORS

Kristen Adamo

Michael A. Bucci

Gabriella DiGiacinto Caprio

William J. Conley, Jr., Esq.

Darren Corrente, Esq.

Jason M. DaPonte

This listing is current as of our Fall 2024 printing.

Alison Eichler

Thomas P. Fay, CFA

Janet S. Fogarty, Esq.

David A. Fontaine, CPA

David L. Fried, MD

Gary E. Furtado

Cynthia Laughlin

Barbara S. Lavine

Matthew A. Lopes, Jr., Esq.

Paul A. MacDonald

Robin L. Main, Esq.

The Honorable Daniel McKee (Ex-Officio)

Rick Metters

Terrence P. Moran

George H. Nee

Gary M. Penfield

Lawrence E. Purtill

David Salit

Chris Satti

Stephen Shechtman, Esq.

The Honorable Brett Smiley (Ex-Officio)

Robert F. Stoico

Robert Vincent

*John Hazen White, Jr.

William A. White

Patrick Wholey

William K. Wray

DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES

Antonio Afonso (The Hon. Daniel McKee)

Matthew Shumate (The Hon. Brett Smiley)

Benjamin White (John Hazen White, Jr.)

The Providence Performing Arts Center (“PPAC”) is a Rhode Island non-business corporation organized by the following: Citizens Bank, Fleet National Bank of Rhode Island, Old Stone Bank, Outlet Company, Providence Journal Company, Rhode Island Hospital Trust National Bank and Textron, Inc. The affairs of PPAC are administered by a Board of Directors with the Governor of Rhode Island (and their representative) and the Mayor of Providence (and their representative), who presently serve as members of the Board. None of the founders have an ownership in any of the assets of PPAC. In 1978, PPAC was purchased and continues to hold title to the Providence Performing Arts Center Theatre, which PPAC maintains as a center for the performing arts. Under PPAC’s articles of incorporation, no part of the earnings of the corporation may be paid to its members, the Board of Directors, the officers or any other private persons. If the existence of PPAC should terminate for any reason, its net assets would be distributed exclusively to one or more charitable or educational institutions accorded tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT & CEO

WELCOME TO THE PROVIDENCE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER!

Our 47th Broadway season stars shows that are “brand new” and “classics” for audiences. The 2024/2025 Taco and The White Family Foundation Broadway Series features the national tour launches of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL and SHUCKED, MJ, LIFE OF PI, & JULIET, SOME LIKE IT HOT and BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL. We are excited to bring these mesmerizing and entertaining national tours to our stage direct from Broadway.

The Encore Series features the longawaited returns of MAMMA MIA!, RIVERDANCE 30 – The New Generation and CHICAGO. Our Broadway Specials include THE CHER SHOW and a two-week return engagement of HAMILTON.

We are making history by hosting Trinity Rep’s A Christmas Carol for the holiday season. This community partnership is the first of its kind for both theatres; we are pleased that we can assist in continuing Trinity Rep’s holiday tradition this season.

Our events calendar is always evolving –please visit ppacri.org/events to view our concerts, comedy and holiday shows.

On behalf of the PPAC Board of Directors and PPAC staff, I am thankful to our season and individual show sponsors for their support. We thank title sponsor Taco and The White Family Foundation for their steadfast support of our Broadway Series over the past 16 years. We are grateful to WPRI CBS 12 for their media sponsorship of our Broadway season. PPAC appreciates Cox Media as our Encore Series media sponsor. We’d also like to thank Family Night title sponsor, BankNewport and media sponsors ABC 6 and NOW 93.3 for supporting our Family Night performances of & JULIET and RIVERDANCE. Thank you to Navigant Credit Union for sponsoring our return engagement of MAMMA MIA! in the Encore Series.

Enjoy the shows!

J.L. “Lynn” Singleton President & CEO, Providence Performing Arts Center

President’s Club info: pages 20 & 51

Photo: CORE Photographic

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MESSAGE

FROM OUR BROADWAY SERIES PARTNER

DEAR PPAC FRIENDS & PATRONS,

On behalf of Taco and The White Family Foundation, I welcome you to the 2024/2025 Broadway Series at PPAC!

Taco and The White Family Foundation believe communities thrive when they can experience the performing arts and music; this is why we have been a proud sponsor of PPAC’s Broadway Series for 16 years. A vibrant arts community, including live performances at PPAC, allows families to enrich their lives. You will love the lineup of shows in the Broadway Series this season!

On behalf of my wife Liz, our son Ben, our daughters-in-law Katelyn and Kirsten, our amazing granddaughters Madison and Winona, our Board of Directors and all the employees at Taco — enjoy the season!

John Hazen White, Jr. Executive Chairman, Taco Comfort Solutions

PERFORMANCE WITH PASSION.

DEAN COLLEGE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

Photo: George Lavoie

John Hazen White, Jr. and Liz White.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

J.L. “Lynn” Singleton PRESIDENT/CEO

Alan J. Chille GENERAL MANAGER

Judy Ferreira CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORS

Donna L. Santos DIRECTOR OF TICKETING PROJECTS

Janice Anderson DIRECTOR OF THEATRICAL PROGRAMMING

Dana Brazil DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION, OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT

Elizabeth Rainone EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE GENERAL MANAGER

Betsy Rinaldi EDUCATION, OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

P.J. Prokop DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

Amanda Bonafine DIRECTOR OF CONCERTS & COMEDY

Anthony Mylers DIRECTOR OF IT SERVICES

Claudia Zompa DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Stephanie Santos DIRECTOR OF TICKETING

Ricky Gresh DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL PROJECTS/ ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Lisa Viall OFFICE MANAGER

Grace Madeya EDUCATION, OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE

Brandon DeCesare JUNIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Betty Benedetti SENIOR MARKETING ASSISTANT

Caitlyn DiPompo MARKETING/PR PROJECTS MANAGER

Kathryn DeAmaral CONCERT BUYER

Pamela Halloway FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST

Kathryn Dudeck EDUCATION, OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE/TEACHING ARTIST

Natalie Flores IT INTERN

Bella Calcano ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

MARKETING

Sharon Corcoran NEW SUBS REP/ CENTERSTAGE SALES

Nick McNeish DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST

PROGRAMMING

Matthew Beaune PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT — BROADWAY & THEATRICALS

Paul Hiatt GROUP SALES SPECIALIST

Sophia Semco DIGITAL MEDIA ASSISTANT

Jarrod White

PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT–CONCERTS & COMEDY

Linda Haddock DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

FINANCE & HUMAN RESOURCES

Keith J. Labrecque SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Richard DeFilippo ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF TICKETING

Heather M. Bizon ACCOUNTANT

BOX OFFICE

Tara Chaves BOX OFFICE SUPERVISOR/ VETS BOX OFFICE MANAGER

Marissa Curley BOX OFFICE SUPERVISOR

Chris Dudeck ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

Matthew Pawlik CONCESSIONS MANAGER

David Luongo DIRECTOR OF SECURITY

Jillian Robillard ACCOUNTANT

Kelly Prudent BOX OFFICE SUPERVISOR

Domenic Arlia BOX OFFICE SUPERVISOR

OPERATIONS

Nick Berardinelli OPERATIONS MANAGER

Jonathan Taylor ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER

FRONT OF HOUSE

Mario Nasisi ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SECURITY

Lauren Maguire PRESIDENT’S CLUB LIAISON

Amanda Motta TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Charles Ryan IATSE BUSINESS AGENT

Betsy Menders EVENTS MANAGER

Ollie Huth ASSISTANT CONCESSIONS MANAGER

Bruce Ingham HOUSE MANAGER

Peter Edwin Krasinski HOUSE ORGANIST

BACKSTAGE

Zachary Remson ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Peter Vecchio HOUSE PROPERTIES

David Allen HOUSE SOUND ENGINEER

Please note: This listing is current as of our Fall 2024 printing.

Bill Brackett, III HOUSE CARPENTER

Amy Fernandez HOUSE ELECTRICIAN

COVER PHOTOS: TOP ROW, L TO R: RIVERDANCE 30 - THE NEW GENERATION photo by Jack Hartin © Abhan Productions; Don Stephenson (Doc Brown) and Caden Brauch (Marty McFly) in BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL. Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman, 2024; Catherine Ariale as Lady, Morgan Scott as Star, and Ella Perez as Babe in THE CHER SHOW. Photo by Meredith Mashburn Photography; SECOND ROW, L TO R: MAMMA MIA! (L to R): Jalynn Steele (Tanya), Christine Sherrill (Donna Sheridan), and Carly Sakolove (Rosie). Photo by Joan Marcus; Nick Fradiani (center) as Neil Diamond and The Beautiful Noise in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL. Photo: ©Julieta Cervantes; Katie Frieden as Roxie and Company in The National Tour of CHICAGO. Photo by Jeremy Daniel; THIRD ROW, L TO R: Jammal Fields-Green as ‘MJ’ and the cast of the MJ First National Tour.

Photo by Matthew Murphy; Ashley D. Kelley and Grey Henson in SHUCKED. Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman; Rachel Webb in & JULIET. Photo by Matthew Murphy; FOURTH ROW, L TO R: LIFE OF PI Hiran Abeysekera, Richard Parker (Fred Davis, Scarlet Wilderink, Andrew Wilson). Photo Matthew Murphy & Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade; The Original Broadway Company of SOME LIKE IT HOT. Photo by Marc J. Franklin; Company - HAMILTON National Tour. Photo by Joan Marcus.

GROUP SALES

Groups of 10 or more can save with discounted rates to most of our Broadway and family shows!

Visit ppacri.org/grouptickets to learn more, or contact Paul Hiatt at phiatt@ppacri.org or 401.574.3162.

SHOW SHUTTLE

Enjoy dinner, a shuttle ride and from PPAC, and a show! Contact Paul Hiatt to book Show Shuttle for yourself, you and a friend or an entire group.

For information, go to: ppacri.org/showshuttle

Photo: Paul Hiatt

For more information about the President’s Club, please contact Claudia Zompa, Director of Development, at czompa@ppacri.org or 401.574.3122.

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Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Aceto*

Adler Pollock & Sheehan*

James & Patricia Allan

Ernie & Kathy Almonte

Linda A. Anderson

Michael & Lindsey Ando

Carolyn A. Andreozzi, Georgia Bonaminio & Deborah Thomas

Adam & Robin Antonik

Daniel Arcuri & Anthony

Romano

Art Inspires Me

Earle O. Assanah, MD

Evelyn Bain & Christina Yates

Carol Baker

Bally's Corporation

Bank of America*

Ed & Jenna Bard

Ellen Barnes

Zachary Barnes

Tom & Jen Barrett

Michael & Sandra Bartlett

BayCoast Bank

Dr. Peter & Silvia Baziotis

Gregory & Sharon Beaune

William Bendokas

Tommy Bengaff & Carlotta Kelley

Christine Benoit & Bruce Gouin

Peter & Kelly Benoit*

Rhonda Berchuck & Kat Katrouzos*

Michelle Bergin

Steven & Eliza Beringhause

Aviva Beringhause & Aidan Shaw

Big Blue Bug Solutions*

Keith & Karyn Bilezerian*

MEMBER BENEFITS

As a President’s Club Member, you will have access to the best VIP seats for PPAC performances and enjoy first class amenities to enhance your entertainment experience.

Benefits include:

Access to reserved VIP premium tickets

VIP reserved parking (with subscription for Taco and The White Family Foundation Broadway Series and Encore Series only)

VIP Lounge access

Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages

Dr. Robert Binek & Ms. Teri Ohs

Al & Michele Blanchette

Rebecca Bliss & Don Hasseltine

Bliss Properties

Elizabeth & Richard Bloom

Jeffrey Boghossian

David Boni

Jennifer Bouchard

Breezy Knoll

Dani & Jacob Brier

Mark & Sheila Brigido

John Brissette

Bristol County Savings Bank

Rod, Ashley & Nicholas Brusini

Bryant University

Michael Bucci

Rosanna Buelter

Daniel & Cindy Butts

Dario & Kathleen Cabrera

Anthony & Eduarda

Calandrelli

Robert & Janine Calise

Cameron & Mittleman LLP

Jennifer & Peter Capodilupo

Deborah & Louis Capuano

Mr. Stephen A. Cardi Jr.

Frank & Beverly Cardoza*

Jeffrey & Judy Carey

Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio

William & Christine Carr

Claire Carrabba

Susan Carreiro

Richard Carriere

John & Tracy Carvalho

Steven Casella

Ann & Bill Casey

Yolanda & Maria Castillo-Appollonio

Complimentary light snacks

VIP ticket concierge service

Private entrance to the Theatre

Private restrooms

Complimentary coat check

Invitations to special events at PPAC

Matthew & Monique Cellemme

Paul & Susan Chambers

Marc & Terry Charren

Joel S. Chase, Esq.

Kristen Chase

Drs. Elizabeth Chen & Neil Sarkar

Robert & Terri Cicchelli

Dr. Tony & Libby Cirillo

Tracey Collins

Carol & Randy Collord

Janet Comalli

Commonwealth Public Response & EMS Educators

Compensation Planning Inc.

Mr. William J. Conley, Jr.

Consigli Construction Co. Inc.

Sal Corio

Domenic & Paula Coro

Lisa & Joe Costa

Terri & Donald Coustan

Joan Cronin & Sarah Irons

Dawn Cummings

Don & Lynn Curtin

Mark & Katherine D'Aiello

Michael D'Angelo & Meggan Shenefield

Lori Dangremond

Craig & Lorna Danko

Jason & Stephanie DaPonte

Ronn & Lisa David

Meg & John DeCubellis

Tim & Maribeth DelGiudice

Steven & Cheryl Deware

Richard E. DiChiaro

Scott & Charlene

DiChristofero

Robert & Gayle Dichter

Dimeo Construction

Company

The Dominguez Boyle Family

Debbie & Mike Donahue

Dr. Linda & Michael Donegan

Karen Donnelly

Bob & Diana Donovan

Stephen & Sarah Doucette

Bil & Mary Drena

Walter M. Dzialo, DDS, Monica M. Dzialo & Crystal*

Lynne C. Eagles*

Alex & Kit Eberhardt

Stacy & Doug Emanuel

EMC Services

Sergio & Helena Esteireiro

Richard Etling

Joel & Donna Evans

Andrew Falconio & Bob Jones

Jennifer Faria

Mark & Ann Fay

Thomas & Colette Fay*

Feeney Law Group

Priscilla & David Feeney

Dr. Darlene F. Ferland & Francesgrace Ferland*

Everett & Chris Fernald

Paul & Deb Fernandes

Marc Ferolito

James & Jo-Anne Fiorentino

Justice & Mrs. Robert G. Flanders, Jr.

Janet Fogarty

Mr. & Mrs. David A. Fontaine

Robert & Wendy Fournier

Donna & Harley Frank

Judy & David Fried

Linn Friedman

Glenn, Merrill & Katie Friedemann

Gizele Garceau

Kyle & Suzanne Gendreau

*Charter Member

Christine Gerard

The Gifford Family

John H. & Carolina Gilbert

John & Sandra Gillooly

Bill & Debbie Girard

Dr. & Mrs. Arthur Giuliano

Kristina & Christopher Giuliano

Jill & Larry Goldstein*

Dr. David Gorelick & Dr. Susan Shim Gorelick

Deborah Gries, Sarah Gries & Peter Roby

H. Carr & Sons

Pam Hale*

Mrs. Jocelin Hamblett*

Marcia & Dan Harrop

Amy McLaughlin-Hatch & Dennis Hatch

Hazard Flynn Foundation

Patrick F. Healy

Dean & Mary Heinold

Jeff & Karen Hirsch

Mr. & Mrs. Edward A. Hjerpe, III

Timothy & Pamela Hogan

Dexter & June Holaday

Joan Hopkins*

Norm & Mal Hopkins*

William & Phyllis Horne

Bob & Betty Howard

William & Alison Huggins

Karen Hughes & Caleb Messier

Brooke Huminski

Ed & Diane Ianuccilli

Todd Insler

William Irons & Michele Kazarian

Raymond & Joan Ivers

Bernard A. Jackvony

Natalie Jackvony

Lynn Jardin

Steve Johnson

Alfred & Luci Anne Jones

Judy Jorge

Jason Kaplan

Michael & Robin Kauffman

Mike & Joann Kavana

Mr. & Mrs. John L. Keaney

Gina M. Kelleher

Ronald & Cynthia Kelly

Martin Kerzer

Lowell & Karen Kinch

Ann M. & Seth M. Klaiman

Linda & Alec Knowles

Ron & Sarah Koller / The Malted Barley

Mr. & Mrs. David Lahousse

William & Christine Lamberti

Ina & Rick Land

Suzanna & John Laramee

Cindy Laughlin*

Barbara & Jerry Lavine*

Jason & Catherine Lea

Seth Lederman

Thomas & Jennifer Leonard

Michelle Levesque

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Levesque

Drs. Naveh & Sarah Levy

Daniel Liparini &

Diane Cozine

Jessica Loffler

Matthew A. Lopes Jr.

John Lunter

Todd Lunter & Gina Spiri

Nancy & Steve Lustig

Kathleen Lynch

Robert MacArthur & Tracy Glover

Kenkre Mahesh

Joan L. Mahoney

Gary & Leslie Malloy

Elizabeth Manzo

Diane & Mark Marini*

Joseph & Roberta Marocco

Thomas & Rita Maron

Bruno & Jackie Marovelli

Joseph & Joanne Marshall

Quinn Martin

Melissa & Jackson Marvel

Jennifer Massotti

Dr. Paul & Sharon Matrullo

David & Pamela McCollum

Donna McDonald

Daniel McGregor, Ph.D.

Dede McGuire

John McLaughlin

Kimberly McLaughlin

James & Nancy McManus

Frederick McMillen

Candy McNally

Michelle A. McNulty

Jeremy Mellitz &

Sandy Jedziniak

Jay & Bonnie Mendes

Rick Metters &

Maura Embler

Wendi & Keith Metters*

Joyce & Martin Middleton

Katherine Middleton

Michael Middleton

Deborah & Richard Miller

Cheryl & Paul Mincone

Debra Mitchell

Andrew J. Molak D.M.D. & Ann Molak

John & Margaret Moran

Debra A. Moretti*

William & Pamela Morgan

Elizabeth & Paul Morrisroe

Joe & Sheila Murphy

Tim & Karen Murphy

Richard Nadeau

Donna & Angelo Nardolillo

National Chain Company

Navigant Credit Union*

Dr. Kimberly Nelson

Michael & Karen New

Mr. & Mrs. Michael &

Lisa Nula

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SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT ROY FURMAN CUE TO CUE PRODUCTIONS

JAMES L. NEDERLANDER KUMIKO YOSHII NAOYA KINOSHITA LATITUDE LINK STEPHEN C. BYRD

CANDY SPELLING JOHN GORE ORGANIZATION PETER W. MAY SANDY ROBERTSON ED WALSON

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Executive Producer: MICHAEL DAVID

By

Special Arrangement with the Estate of Michael Jackson

PRESENT

STARRING JORDAN MARKUS

DEAUNDRE' WOODS

FEATURING

QUENTIN BLANTON JR. BANE GRIFFITH ERIK HAMILTON

DEVIN BOWLES J. DAUGHTRY JOSH A. DAWSON ANTHONY J. GARCIA

BRYCE A. HOLMES CECILIA PETRUSH JED RESNICK ANASTASIA TALLEY

JOJO CARMICHAEL JOSHUA DAWSON CROIX DIIENNO KELLIE DROBNIK ZURI NOELLE FORD UI-SENG FRANÇOIS

JAHIR L. HIPPS SKYE JACKSON-WILLIAMS FAITH JONES JACOBI KAI RAJANÉ KATURAH RACHEL LOCKHART

MATTEO MARRETTA JAY MCKENZIE KENDRICK MITCHELL ZION MIKHAIL PRADIER

TYRONE REESE AVILON TRUST TATE BRION MARQUIS WATSON CHARLES P. WAY MALCOLM MILES YOUNG

SCENIC DESIGN LIGHTING DESIGN COSTUME DESIGN SOUND DESIGN PROJECTION DESIGN

DEREK McLANE NATASHA KATZ PAUL TAZEWELL GARETH OWEN PETER NIGRINI

WIG & HAIR DESIGN MAKE-UP DESIGN GLOBAL ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR GLOBAL ASSOCIATE CHOREOGRAPHER CHARLES G. LaPOINTE JOE DULUDE II DONTEE KIEHN MICHAEL BALDERRAMA

CASTING

COMPANY MANAGER PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER MICHAEL JACKSON MOVEMENT BY THE TELSEY OFFICE ERIC ARMSTRONG NICOLE OLSON RICH + TONE TALAUEGA RACHEL HOFFMAN, CSA

LINDSAY LEVINE, CSA TOUR MARKETING & GENERAL MANAGEMENT

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR TOUR BOOKING AGENCY PUBLICITY DIRECTION BESPOKE THEATRICALS GREGORY T. LIVOTI THE BOOKING GROUP BOND THEATRICAL

MUSIC DIRECTION ELECTRONIC MUSIC DESIGN MUSIC COORDINATOR PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT NATHANAEL WILKERSON STRANGE CRANIUM JOHN MILLER JUNIPER STREET JASON YARCHO PRODUCTIONS, INC

ORCHESTRATIONS & ARRANGEMENTS JASON MICHAEL WEBB

MUSIC SUPERVISION, ORCHESTRATIONS & ARRANGEMENTS DAVID HOLCENBERG

DIRECTED AND CHOREOGRAPHED BY CHRISTOPHER WHEELDON

Jordan Markus DeAundre' Woods Quentin Blanton Jr.

Bane Griffith

Erik Hamilton

Devin Bowles J. Daughtry

Josh A. Dawson

Anthony J. Garcia

Bryce A. Holmes

Cecilia Petrush

Jed Resnick

Anastasia Talley

JoJo Carmichael Joshua Dawson Croix DiIenno

Kellie Drobnik

Zuri Noelle Ford Ui-Seng François

Jahir L. Hipps

Skye Jackson-Williams

Faith Jones

Jacobi Kai Rajané Katurah

Rachel Lockhart

Matteo Marretta Jay McKenzie

Kendrick Mitchell Zion Mikhail Pradier

Tyrone Reese Avilon Trust Tate Brion Marquis Watson

Charles P. Way Malcolm Miles Young

CAST

MJ JORDAN MARKUS

MJ (Alternate) ...................................................................................... DEAUNDRE' WOODS

Rob, Joseph Jackson ..................................................................................... DEVIN BOWLES

Rachel CECILIA PETRUSH

Michael ERIK HAMILTON

Little Michael QUENTIN BLANTON JR., BANE GRIFFITH

Little Marlon ........................................................................................... BRYCE A. HOLMES

Tito Jackson, Quincy Jones ....................................................................... JOSH A. DAWSON

Kate, Katherine Jackson ......................................................................ANASTASIA TALLEY

Alejandro ANTHONY J. GARCIA

Nick, Berry Gordy, Don Cornelius, Doctor J. DAUGHTRY

Dave JED RESNICK

Tour Dancer, Randy Jackson, Jackie Wilson (dancer) .............. MALCOLM MILES YOUNG

Tour Singer, Jackie Jackson, James Brown (vocal) ...................................... JAY MCKENZIE

Tour Dancer, Soul Train Dancer KELLIE DROBNIK

Tour Dancer, Suzanne de Passe, Isley Brother (dancer) RACHEL LOCKHART

Tour Dancer, Isley Brother (dancer), Nicholas Brother ZURI NOELLE FORD

Tour Dancer, Fred Astaire .................................................................. MATTEO MARRETTA

Tour Dancer, Bob Fosse, Newscaster........................................................... CROIX DIIENNO

Keith, Jermaine Jackson, Isley Brother (vocal) ................................. AVILON TRUST TATE

Tour Dancer, Marlon Jackson, James Brown (dancer), Nicholas Brother BRION MARQUIS WATSON

Swings ............................ JOJO CARMICHAEL, JOSHUA DAWSON, UI-SENG FRANÇOIS, JAHIR L. HIPPS, FAITH JONES, RAJANÉ KATURAH, KENDRICK MITCHELL, ZION MIKHAIL PRADIER, TYRONE REESE, CHARLES P. WAY, SKYE-JACKSON WILLIAMS

UNDERSTUDIES

Understudies never substitute for the listed performers unless a specific announcement is made at the time of the appearance.

For MJ—ERIK HAMILTON; for Rob, Joseph Jackson—J. DAUGHTRY, JOSH A. DAWSON, KENDRICK MITCHELL; for Rachel—FAITH JONES, RAJANÉ KATURAH; for Michael— JACOBI KAI, DEAUNDRE' WOODS; for Little Michael—BRYCE A. HOLMES; for Little Marlon—QUENTIN BLANTON JR., BANE GRIFFITH, BRION MARQUIS WATSON; for Kate, Katherine Jackson—FAITH JONES, RAJANÉ KATURAH; for Tito Jackson, Quincy Jones—JAHIR L. HIPPS, JAY MCKENZIE, KENDRICK MITCHELL; for Alejandro—JAHIR L. HIPPS, MATTEO MARRETTA; for Nick, Berry Gordy—JAHIR L. HIPPS, JAY MCKENZIE, KENDRICK MITCHELL; for Dave—JAHIR L. HIPPS, KENDRICK MITCHELL

DANCE CAPTAIN: JOJO CARMICHAEL

ASSISTANT DANCE CAPTAIN AND FIGHT CAPTAIN: CROIX DIIENNO

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WHEN: 1992

WHERE: A Rehearsal Studio, Los Angeles

MUSICAL NUMBERS

(in alphabetical order)

2

Bad

ABC

Another Part of Me

Bad

Beat It

Billie Jean

Black or White

Blame It on the Boogie

Can You Feel It

Climb Ev’ry Mountain

Dancing Machine

Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough

Earth Song

Ease on Down the Road

For the Love of Money

Higher and Higher

Human Nature

I Can’t Help It

I’ll Be There

I Want You Back

Jam

Keep the Faith

LA LA Means I Love You

The Love You Save

Man in the Mirror

Money

Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag

Price of Fame

Rock With You

She’s Out of My Life

Shout

Smooth Criminal

Stranger in Moscow

Tabloid Junkie

Soul Train Theme Song

The Way You Make Me Feel

They Don’t Care About Us

Thriller

Wanna Be Startin’ Somthin’ You Can’t Win

Cast album available on Sony Music Entertainment

The writing on the Act II curtain is copied from Michael Jackson’s notes.

ORCHESTRA

Music Director/Conductor/Keys: NATHANAEL WILKERSON

Co-Music Director/Keys: JASON YARCHO

Drummer: JAMES WADE

Percussion: MESIA AUSTIN

Bass: JOHN DAVID BRATTON II

Guitar: LILY GUARNEROS MAASE

Guitar: JACK MCNAMARA

Touring Substitute Guitar 1/Bass/Keys 2: PETER MICHAELS JR.

Reed 1: BILL VINT

Reed 2: BOB BOWLBY

Trumpet 1: BIJON WATSON

Trumpet 2: JAY DALY

Trombone: WALT BOSTIAN

Electronic Music Design: BILLY JAY STEIN and HIRO IIDA for STRANGE CRANIUM

Music Coordinator: JOHN MILLER

Associate Music Supervisor: RICK HIP-FLORES

The Estate of Michael Jackson wants to thank all of the individuals who contributed to Michael’s career and his development as an artist including Berry Gordy, Quincy Jones and the Jackson family and want to specifically acknowledge all of the choreographers who worked with Michael on his short films, concerts and live performances throughout his career. In particular, Michael Peters (co-choreographer on “Thriller” and “Beat It”), Gregg Burge (co-choreographer on “Bad”) and Vincent Paterson (co-choreographer on “Smooth Criminal”) whose original work with Michael was an inspiration for those production numbers in this show.

MICHAEL JACKSON

is one of the most beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all time. His electrifying live performances and groundbreaking use of video and fashion continue to inspire today’s performers. To date, Michael has sold more than 1 billion records worldwide and is one of a handful of artists to be inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. His album Thriller is the biggest-selling album of all time, and his Thriller short film is the only music video to be listed on National Film Registry by the Library of Congress. The Guinness Book of World Records recognized him as the Most Successful Entertainer of All Time. New generations of fans continue to discover his artistry making him the #1 streaming catalog artist in the global marketplace. As a compassionate and prolific humanitarian, Michael set a new standard of generosity for other entertainers.

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

JORDAN MARKUS (MJ). Singer, songwriter, actor, and dancer, Jordan Markus, is so excited to be making his Broadway Tour debut with MJ! He would like to thank his family and friends for all their love and support! IG: jordanmarkus_

DEAUNDRE' WOODS (MJ - Alternate, u/s Michael) made his Broadway debut in MJ! Thank you to my family, friends & agents at Gray Talent for your continued support. To God be the glory! Other credits: Hamilton - Alexander Hamilton (And Peggy National Tour), Aaron Burr (Asian International Tour). IG: dre_woods

QUENTIN BLANTON JR. (Little Michael, u/s Little Marlon). National Tour debut! TV/ VO: "Abbott Elem.," "Cocomelon" (Cody), “The Prophecy” (Young Thomas). Film: The Second Time Around (CJ). Training: India Blanton, Mozart Music Acad., Luckie, Kanec. Thanks God, Mom, Dad, family & team! @quinny_gram

BANE GRIFFITH (Little Michael, u/s Little Marlon) is an eleven-year-old triple threat from Houston, Texas. Broadway: MJ. TV: “Abbott Elementary.” Thank you, God, for making this possible. A huge token of appreciation to my parents who continue to support me on this journey! IG: @banegriffith.

ERIK HAMILTON ( Michael, u/s MJ ) is excited for his Broadway tour debut with MJ . He thanks God, his parents Lance and Caryn, brothers Ellis and Evan, Carson Kolker, TMT, extended family and friends, and Hampton University theatre professor and advisor Dr. Iris Goode-Middleton. @erikhamilton35608

DEVIN BOWLES (Rob, Joseph Jackson) is beyond grateful to be making his National Tour debut in MJ. Actor/Singer/Dancer from Tennessee, he would love to give glory to God, thank his family and friends, and agents. Let's keep getting better and create magic!

J. DAUGHTRY (Nick, Berry Gordy, u/s Rob, Joseph Jackson). Broadway: The Color Purple, Beautiful, Ain’t Too Proud. 1st Nat. Tours: Miss Saigon (John), The Color Purple (Harpo), Motown: The Musical

Two-time Grammy Nominee and multiple Stellar and Dove Award Winner with AJB and group therAPy. @j.daughtry

JOSH A. DAWSON (Tito Jackson, Quincy Jones, u/s Rob, Joseph Jackson). Broadway/Tour: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Tour: Hamilton. TV/Film: “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” (Harry Belafonte). Education: CCM and the University of Michigan. KMR/Robyn Bluestone Management. @mrjoshdawsonmusic

ANTHONY J. GARCIA (Alejandro). Broadway: A Beautiful Noise. Off-Broadway: The Tempest (The Public). Regional: Tootsie (Ogunquit) International Tour: Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (NCL’s Inaugural Cast). RTKids Alum. Ithaca College BFA alum. Hudson Artists Agency. Thanks to God and Family. @_anthonyjgarcia

BRYCE A. HOLMES (Little Marlon, u/s Little Michael ) is an 11-year-old entertainer from Colleyville, Texas. TV: “Lawmen: Bass Reeves” (Paramount+). National Commercials: Chuck E. Cheese, Nickelodeon, and Casey’s General Store. Bryce is elated to be joining the amazing cast and crew of MJ. IG: @bryceaholmes

CECILIA PETRUSH (Rachel). National tour debut!! Pittsburgh born and raised. University of Michigan BFA. Big thanks to the MJ team and to Telsey. All love and gratitude goes to my teachers, friends, Mikey at The Collective, John, Morty, and my amazing family! @ceciliapetrush

JED RESNICK (Dave). Broadway: Avenue Q. National Tours: Company, Rent, Avenue Q Off-Broadway: Pulitzer Prize-winning Fairview (Soho Rep, TFANA), The Wanderers (Roundabout). Regional: Berkeley Rep, City Theatre, Actors Theatre Louisville, Williamstown, Weston. Television: “Dear Edward” (AppleTV+). Brown University alum. @jedres

ANASTASIA TALLEY (Kate, Katherine Jackson). Broadway: MJ, Girl From The North Country NYC: Radio City’s Christmas Spectacular. Education: MM (Indiana University’s JSOM), BME (University of Southern MS). Singer/songwriter. Debut single “Hello” available everywhere. anastasiatalley.com Instagram: @anastasiatalley

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

JOJO CARMICHAEL (Swing, Dance Captain). From Dothan, AL. BFA in Commercial Dance from PACE University. Credits include: Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Rockette), The Devil Wears Prada (James M. Nederlander Theatre). JoJo gives thanks to God, her family and friends!

JOSHUA DAWSON ( Swing ) is thrilled to make his Broadway tour debut with MJ. BFA Commercial Dance (Pace). Special thanks to his Mom and Dad, Mrs. Treshawn, MSA, Calli Company, and BAA IG: @mr.broadway

CROIX DIIENNO (Tour Dancer, Bob Fosse, Newscaster, Assistant Dance Captain, Fight Captain) graduated with a BFA in Commercial Dance from PACE University. Credits include: Pittsburgh CLO's Grease, Oklahoma!, and Peter Pan; as well as being a previous soloist with the world touring dance company, Parsons Dance.

KELLIE DROBNIK (Tour Dancer, Soul Train Dancer). Film: West Side Story. NYC: Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Rockette), Twyla Tharp. National Tour: Dirty Dancing. BFA: Juilliard. Love to my family! @kellie_drobnick

ZURI NOELLE FORD (Tour Dancer, Isley Brother (dancer), Nicholas Brother) is excited to make her national tour debut with MJ! Broadway: West Side Story. Film: In the Heights, Better Nate than Never. Regional: Songs for a New World, Other World, May We All.

UI-SENG FRANÇOIS (Swing) is a multi-disciplinary artist and creator committed to Arts for healing. Credits: West Side Story (Broadway), Ronald K. Brown/ EVIDENCE. Graduate of the Baltimore School for the Arts and Peabody Conservatory. @ui_seng

JAHIR L. HIPPS (Swing, u/s Tito Jackson, Quincy Jones, u/s Alejandro, u/s Nick, Berry Gordy, u/s Dave). Tours: RENT Farewell. Regional: Something Rotten (FST), In The Heights (Stages St. Louis).

TV: “Elsbeth” (CBS). Thanks to God, Mom, Grandma, Sam, BW, Avalon, and all my friends for their support! IG and TikTok: Jahir.hipps

SKYE JACKSON-WILLIAMS (Swing) is an artist born and raised in New York City. She made her Broadway debut with MJ and is excited to join the tour! IG: @skyejacksonwilliams

FAITH JONES (Swing, u/s Rachel, u/s Kate, Katherine Jackson) is an actor and singer-songwriter from Durham, NC currently based in NYC. National tour: Jesus Christ Superstar (Mary). Education: UNC-Chapel Hill. Instagram: @faithjones. TikTok: @faithjonesmusic. Endless gratitude to her family, friends, and Hudson Artists Agency!

JACOBI KAI (u/s Michael) can’t express how blessed he feels to be sharing black excellence across the US in MJ. He would like to thank God and his beautiful family for keeping him grounded YOU are light!

RAJANÉ KATURAH (Swing, u/s Rachel, u/s Kate, Katherine Jackson) is overjoyed to be on the 1st National Tour of MJ ! Broadway: MJ Endless gratitude to God, my amazing family, The Mine, and my guardian angels! Matthew 17:20 @rajanekaturah | rajanekaturah.com

RACHEL LOCKHART she/her (Tour Dancer, Suzanne de Passe, Isley Brother (dancer)), a Birmingham native and Juilliard BFA graduate, trained under her mother at J. Lockhart Performing Arts. Credits: “SYTYCD” S17, CBS’s “East New York,” MET Opera’s Malcolm X, 2023 “VMAs,” Broadway’s Illinoise, and a Chita Rivera nominee. @rachelxlockhart

MATTEO MARRETTA (Tour Dancer, Fred Astaire, u/s Alejandro). Broadway National Tour debut! Credits: Mamma Mia! (RCCL), The Elf On The Shelf (Tour), Newsies (Regional), and many more. Matteo is off the wall excited, love to his family and friends. It’s all good! @matteomarretta

JAY MCKENZIE (Tour Singer, Jackie Jackson, James Brown (vocal), u/s Tito Jackson, Quincy Jones, u/s Nick, Berry Gordy). Blessed to be sharing the MJ legacy! New England born and bred. Credits include: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (B’way), Paradise Square (B’way), Rudy! (Tribeca Film Festival). Love to family & friends. Roster Proud. @mrjaymckenzie

KENDRICK MITCHELL (Swing, u/s Rob, Joseph Jackson, u/s Tito Jackson, Quincy Jones, u/s Nick, Berry Gordy, u/s Dave) is beyond thrilled to have joined the MJ family! Regional: The Wild Party, After Midnight, Almost a Full Moon, RENT. Film/TV: "Law & Order: SVU," "The Blacklist," "Dr. Death." Love to FSE, Jordan, Dad, and the greatest Mama in the world. @KendrickMitchellOfficial

ZION MIKHAIL PRADIER (Swing). National Tour Debut!: MJ. Complexions Contemporary Ballet. Dallas Black Dance Theatre.

TYRONE REESE (Swing) is a native of Mobile, Alabama. Broadway: Illinois (St. James) Film: Descendants (Netflix). Education: The Juilliard School. Other performance credits; Fall For Dance (kNonameartist) and choreography by Ebony Williams, Ohad Naharin, Azure Barton, Jamar Roberts, and more. Tyrone is grateful for the never-ending love and support he receives from his village. @_its.tyrone_

AVILON TRUST TATE (Keith, Jermaine Jackson, Isley Brother (vocal)). Greensboro native. Broadway: The Wiz (Ensemble, u/s Tin Man). Tours: The Wiz (Ensemble, u/s Tin Man), Mean Girls 1st Nat’l Tour (Ensemble, u/s Mr. Duvall). Regional: R+H’s Cinderella (NSMT); Chess (Muny). BFA MT ‘24 UNCG. Tate gives all thanks to God, Family, LINK4 and Agency, The Collective. IG: @avilon.tate

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

BRION MARQUIS WATSON (Tour Dancer, Marlon Jackson, James Brown (dancer), Nicholas Brother, u/s Little Marlon). Forever grateful! National Tours: Hamilton (And Peggy Tour), Wicked (Chistery). Regional: The Muny. TV/ Film: “POSE” (FX). Training: University of Cincinnati (CCM), The Ailey School. Thanks to God, my family, friends, and CESD.

CHARLES P. WAY (Swing, u/s Michael) is thrilled to join the first national tour of MJ! Previously: Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical and iLuminate - Artist of Light tours. Way dedicates performances to his late Aunt Dana. @charlespway

MALCOLM MILES YOUNG (Tour Dancer, Randy Jackson, Jackie Wilson (dancer)). A NJ native, Malcolm made his Broadway debut in 2022 in The Lion King. BFA from NYU in 2021. He celebrates his parents, brother, Nicole, and “village” for their undying support. Glory to God! John 15:16 @malcolmmyoung

LYNN NOTTAGE (Book). Intimate Apparel Opera (LCT/The Met), Clyde’s (Broadway, Second Stage, Tony nom.), The Secret Life of Bees (Atlantic, Almeida), Mlima’s Tale (Public, Kiln), Sweat (Pulitzer Prize, Obie, Lucille Lortel, Evening Standard Award, Susan Smith Blackburn Prize; Tony & Olivier Award noms.), Ruined (Pulitzer Prize, Obie, Lortel, NY Drama Critics’ Circle, AUDELCO, Drama Desk & OCC awards). PEN/Laura Pels Award, Doris Duke Artist Award, MacArthur “Genius Grant” Fellowship. Member of the Dramatists Guild.

CHRISTOPHER WHEELDON (Director & Choreographer) trained at The Royal Ballet School, he joined New York City Ballet in 1993 and was named first resident choreographer. Christopher has created productions for The Royal Ballet and major ballet companies worldwide. In 2014, Christopher directed and choreographed the Tony Awardwinning Broadway musical An American in Paris. He has choreographed for opera, film and television. Christopher thanks his husband, Ross Rayburn, for his love, support and quiet guidance during the making of MJ

DAVID HOLCENBERG ( Music Supervision, Orchestrations and Arrangements ). Drama Desk Award, Tony, Grammy and Outer Critics nominations for his work on MJ. Other Broadway: Groundhog Day, Mamma Mia!, Matilda, Rocky, Ghost, Bye Bye Birdie, The Story of My Life, Good Vibrations, Seussical, Titanic and Show Boat. Other credits include The Radio City Summer Spectacular, the U.S. premiere of Ragtime (LA Drama Critics Award), the world premieres of Come Fall in Love (The Old Globe), Newsies (Paper Mill) and Mamma Mia! at the Hollywood Bowl.

JASON MICHAEL WEBB (Orchestrations and Arrangements). Special Tony Award recipient, Drama Desk winner. Music director: Choir Boy (MTC; arranger); The Color Purple (Broadway revival). Arranger:

Disney’s Aida (revival; music supervisor); “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” (2013 Inauguration of President Barack Obama). Executive music producer: Respect (MGM; starring Jennifer Hudson). Director: The Last Five Years (2021 film). Composer: “The Ms. Pat Show” (BET+), “Beebo Saves Christmas” (CW), Much Ado About Nothing (Shakespeare in the Park), Light It Up! (Cleveland Playhouse), Wildflower (National Black Theater/Apollo Theater).

NATHANAEL WILKERSON (Music Director/ Conductor/Keyboards). Regional: The Color Purple (Umbrella Stage Company, Elliot Norton Nominee); Side By Side By Sondheim (Arts After Hours); Swing! (Calderwood Pavilion). Composition: The Mountain And Her Mortals (Boston Conservatory). Incredibly grateful to my teachers, and to make my tour debut!

JASON YARCHO (Co-Music Director/Keyboards). National Tours: Wicked, Bright Star, Falsettos, Aladdin. Broadway: Bullets Over Broadway, Wicked, Shuffle Along, An American in Paris, West Side Story. Other: The Muny, Playwrights Horizons, Carnegie Hall, Obie Awards; Paper Mill. Master’s Degree in Conducting (CCM). For Nolan, Leighton, Camryn, and Nash!

BILLY JAY STEIN (Electronic Music Design). Grammy Award-winning founder of Strange Cranium and Strike Audio. Broadway credits include Parade; Kimberly Akimbo; Shucked; One More Time; Paradise Square; Beautiful; Caroline, or Change; Tootsie; Mean Girls; The Band’s Visit; Fun Home; SpiderMan; Amélie; Tuck Everlasting; Jekyll & Hyde

DEREK MCLANE (Scenic Design). Broadway: MJ, Moulin Rouge!, A Soldier’s Play, Beautiful, Follies, Anything Goes, Bengal Tiger, Ragtime, 33 Variations, How to Succeed, The Pajama Game, I Am My Own Wife, Ragtime. Designed Oscars 6 times, 4 television musicals. Winner of multiple Obie, Art Director’s Guild, Emmy Awards, Drama Desk Awards and Tony Awards.

NATASHA KATZ (Lighting Design). Recent Broadway: Sweeney Todd, Grey House, Springsteen; Some Like It Hot, The Prom, and Hello, Dolly!. She is a TDF Wendy Wasserstein Project mentor, inducted into the Theater Hall of Fame, and an 8-time Tony Award winner.

PAUL TAZEWELL (Costume Design). Hamilton (Tony Award); In the Heights; The Color Purple; Caroline, or Change; many others. Revivals include Side Show and Jesus Christ Superstar. TV and films include “The Wiz!” (NBC, Emmy Award), “Jesus Christ Superstar” (NBC), and Steven Spielberg's West Side Story

GARETH OWEN (Sound Design). Back To The Future (Olivier-nom), MJ (Tony-win), & Juliet (Tonynom), Bad Cinderella, Summer, Come From Away (Olivier-win), End Of The Rainbow (Tony-nom), Bat Out of Hell (Olivier nom), A Little Night Music (Tonynom), Memphis (Olivier-win), Top Hat (Olivier-nom), Merrily We Roll Along (Olivier-win).

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PETER NIGRINI (Projection Design) is one of Broadway’s pioneering projection designers. His work includes Here Lies Love, Ain’t Too Proud, Beetlejuice, The SpongeBob Musical, Dear Evan Hansen, and Fela!. In other venues: the Grace Jones Hurricane tour, Deep Blue Sea (Bill T. Jones).

RICH + TONE TALAUEGA (Michael Jackson Movement). Legendary choreographers Rich + Tone have worked with pop music’s biggest names including Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Usher and many others, but working with MJ, first as dancers from the mid 90s to choreographing many of MJ’s projects through today, has been the highlight of their career.

CHARLES G. LaPOINTE (Wig & Hair Designer). Numerous Broadway, touring, regional, West End, International productions including Hamilton (Make-up Artists/Hair Stylist Guild Award), Ain’t Too Proud, Beetlejuice, The Cher Show (Drama Desk Award), SpongeBob SquarePants (Drama Desk Award). Television: “The Wiz Live!,” “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert.”

JOE DULUDE II (Makeup Design). Broadway and West End: Wicked, Beetlejuice, KPOP, MJ, SpongeBob SquarePants, Anastasia, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and more. Film: Hocus Pocus 2, Don’t Look Up, Godmothered, etc. TV: “Jesus Christ Superstar Live” (Emmy nomination), “Annie Live!,” “The Gilded Age,” “Julia,” etc. IG: @dulude2

THE TELSEY OFFICE (Casting). With offices in both New York and Los Angeles, The Telsey Office casts for theatre, film, television and commercials. The Telsey Office is dedicated to creating safe, equitable and anti-racist spaces through collaboration, artistry, heart, accountability and advocacy.

JOHN MILLER (Music Coordinator). Over 140 Broadway shows including: Shucked, A Beautiful Noise, Mrs. Doubtfire, Ain’t Too Proud, Tina, Beautiful. Studio musician (bass): Madonna, Eric Clapton, BB King, Billy Joel and Michael Jackson. johnmillerbass.com

KATE WILSON (Voice Coach). Broadway: Camelot, Topdog/Underdog, Piano Lesson, Leopoldstadt, Funny Girl, Moulin Rouge!, To Kill a Mockingbird . Film: Women Talking , The Tragedy of Macbeth, Lady Bird, Three Billboards…Missouri. Faculty: Juilliard.

NICOLE OLSON (Production Stage Manager). She/her. Tours: Ain’t Too Proud, What the Constitution Means to Me, Waitress, Beautiful, The Phantom of the Opera, Jersey Boys, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. Chicago: Jersey Boys, Billy Elliot. Regional: San Jose Repertory (6 seasons). B.A., Theatre, Univ. of Southern California.

XAVIER KHAN (Stage Manager). Broadway: Hamilton. National Tours: Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Hamilton (Philip and Angelica companies). NYC/Regional: many. @xavesk

ALEXANDER PIERCE (Assistant Stage Manager). Tours: Mamma Mia!, TINA - The Tina Turner Musical, Ain't Too Proud, Jesus Christ Superstar, RENT. Regional: Kennedy Center, Walnut Street Theatre, Arden Theatre, Huntington Theatre, and Ogunquit Playhouse. Graduate of Emerson College.

LAUREN TAYLOR WINSTON (Assistant Stage Manager). Broadway: Suffs, MJ, Almost Famous Select Regional: Watch Night (PAC) The High Ground (Arena Stage), Cabaret (Goodspeed Musicals), The Central Park Five (Portland Opera).

AEA / AGMA member.

ERIC ARMSTRONG ( Company Manager ). Broadway: Strange Loop, New York, New York, The Wiz (2024 revival), JOB. Other Credits: The Wiz (Pre-Broadway Tour). AMDA Graduate. Proud ATPAM Member. Love to Bonnie, Mike, and Brian.

BIANCA JEAN-CHARLES (Assistant Company Manager ). Broadway: A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical , Grey House . Out of Town Pre-Broadway: A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical , BOOP!. New York University, New York City graduate.

DONTEE KIEHN (Global Associate Director). An American in Paris (Broadway, London, Paris, Tokyo; Associate Director/Choreographer); Diana: The Musical (Broadway; Associate Director); The Addams Family (Broadway, International; Associate Director/ Choreographer); Next to Normal (Broadway, Kennedy Center, International; Associate Choreographer); Brigadoon and Oklahoma! (Pittsburgh CLO; Director); Seven Brides.. (The Muny, Directing Consultant). Broadway performance credits: 42nd Street, Gypsy, and The Addams Family.

MICHAEL BALDERRAMA (Global Associate Choreographer). Drama Desk. ACCA award. Part of almost a dozen Broadway shows, both on stage and the creative side. Favorites: In the Heights, Movin’ Out , Hamilton . Choreographed/performed/worked with Michael Jackson, Gloria Estefan, Andy Blankenbuehler, Christopher Wheeldon, Thomas Kail, Twyla Tharp, Julie Taymor, Lin-Manuel Miranda and more.

VICTORIA DAVIDJOHN (Resident Director) is thrilled to be part of the MJ team! Previously: Into the Woods, 2022 Revival (Broadway, National Tour, New York City Center | Associate Director). Proud Lilly Award recipient. @victoriadavidjohn CHRISTOPHER CAMPBELL (Assistant Director). Director, choreographer, and educator. Hamilton (Sydney & San Francisco), MJ (Broadway); The Bodyguard (TBTS); Natasha…1812 (PCLO).

BFA: University of Michigan; MFA: Penn State. chriskdc.com

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

JUSTIN PRESCOTT (Dance Supervisor). With a Broadway career of 10 shows, spanning over 12 years, Justin is excited to be sharing his professional knowledge and experiences as Dance Supervisor for the First National Tour of this fabulous production!

BESPOKE THEATRICALS (General Manager). Partners Devin Keudell and Amy Jacobs manage Broadway musicals, plays, and tours. Current productions include: MJ, Back to the Future, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, and the upcoming Stranger Things: The First Shadow this spring. General managers in the firm include Kate Egan, David Roth, and Danielle Saks.

JUNIPER STREET PRODUCTIONS (Production Management) is a New York City based production management firm. Formed in 1998, JSP has managed more than 100 Broadway, Off-Broadway, national tours and events. Currently running: & Juliet, Funny Girl, Grey House, Harry Potter, Here Lies Love, Kimberly Akimbo, MJ: The Musical, Moulin Rouge, Parade, Shucked, Some Like It Hot, Tina. juniperstreet.com.

NEUROTOUR (Physical Therapist) are global leaders in live entertainment and performing arts medicine and honored to be part of this amazing touring company of MJ. Keeping performers happy, healthy & on stage.

THE BOOKING GROUP (Tour Booking Agency). Current tours include Hamilton, The Book of Mormon, Come From Away, Hadestown, Six, Tina, To Kill A Mockingbird, Anastasia, Chicago, Hairspray Future tours include Funny Girl; Mamma Mia!; Mrs. Doubtfire; Some Like It Hot; Sweeney Todd; Peter Pan Goes Wrong and The Wiz.

BOND THEATRICAL (Tour Marketing & Publicity Direction) is an independently-owned theatrical booking, marketing and publicity company representing award-winning Broadway shows and live entertainment properties. BOND connects artists and audiences by forming strategic, authentic and profitable partnerships between producers and presenters across North America. For a complete list of current projects, please visit BondTheatrical.com

LIA VOLLACK (Producer) began her career in the music industry and as a theatrical sound designer before transitioning to film. Over her two decades as president of worldwide music at Sony Pictures, Vollack created multi-platinum soundtracks with artists including Destiny’s Child, Alicia Keys, Jack White, Kendrick Lamar, Pearl Jam and Adele. Vollack founded Sony’s Columbia Live Stage, where she produced the Olivier Award-winning musical Groundhog Day. Since forming her company in 2019, she has produced MJ and Almost Famous on Broadway.

JOHN BRANCA (Producer). As head of the music department at Ziffren Brittenham LLC, John has been advancing the careers of recording artists for more than four decades. His clients have included more than 30 members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Michael Jackson, Branca’s client since 1980, hailed him as the

“greatest lawyer of our times” for his innovative representation of artists’ interests. Branca is co-executor and co-manager of the Estate of Michael Jackson.

JOHN McCLAIN (Producer). As a music producer, musician and respected recording executive, John has for decades played a key role in the music industry by transforming young talent, hip-hop artists, gospel choirs, record labels, producers, R&B and pop singers into international stars. He is co-executor and co-manager of the Estate of Michael Jackson.

MICHAEL DAVID (Executive Producer). President of Dodger Properties (“the Dodgers”). Responsible for roughly 200 productions over 40 years in New York and internationally. Blessed with a host of awards from Tonys (56), London’s Oliviers and the like. Lead producer Broadway’s Matilda, Jersey Boys, Into the Woods, The Who’s Tommy, Titanic, The Gospel at Colonus, Urinetown, 42nd Street among others. Offices in Times Square and Covent Garden.

SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT

(Co-Producer) is a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture, television and digital content production, acquisition, and distribution; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. sonypictures.com/corp/divisions.html

SONY MUSIC

ENTERTAINMENT

( Co-Producer ) For more than 40 years Sony Music, as one of the leading music companies globally, has proudly represented the recorded music of Michael Jackson and continues to work with his Estate to develop new and innovative ways of sharing this amazing music with the world.

ROY FURMAN (Co-Producer). 17 Tony award-winning musicals/plays. Currently on Broadway: Some Like It Hot, Funny Girl, Book of Mormon (Tony), Sweeney Todd, Moulin Rouge! (Tony). Vice Chairman Jefferies Group, Vice Chairman emeritus Lincoln Center.

CUE TO CUE PRODUCTIONS (Co-Producer). Cue to Cue Productions is a theatre production company led by Jeff Vinik, the former hedge fund manager and owner of the Tampa Bay Lightning, and Joshua Vinik, a stage manager.

JAMES L. NEDERLANDER (Co-Producer). President of Nederlander Organization. Credits: Kimberly Akimbo; Some Like It Hot; Titanique; Mr. Saturday Night starring Billy Crystal; Tina: The Tina Turner Musical; The Lehman Trilogy; My Fair Lady; The Band’s Visit; On Your Feet!; The Elephant Man; Next to Normal; Movin’ Out and many others.

KUMIKO YOSHII (Co-Producer). Credits include: Museum of Broadway, Be More Chill, Prince of Broadway, Pacific Overtures, The True (Off-Broadway) and The Fantasticks (West End). Current/upcoming: The Karate Kid – The Musical and Working Girl

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

NAOYA KINOSHITA (Co-Producer) is president of Kinoshita Group. Current/upcoming credits include Museum of Broadway, The Great Gatsby the Immersive Show and The Karate Kid - The Musical LATITUDE LINK (Co-Producer). Four-time Tony-winning co-producer of more than 25 Broadway, Off-Broadway, West End, touring and international shows including MJ, Come From Away, Fun Home, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Memphis & Jersey Boys. Latitudelink.com

STEPHEN C. BYRD (Co-Producer). Producer: Cat On a Hot Tin Roof, Streetcar Named Desire, Get Up Stand Up, Ain’t Too Proud, Iceman Cometh, Smokey Joe's, Eclipsed, Romeo & Juliet, American Son, Mandela, Trip To Bountiful, MJ, Camelot.

CANDY SPELLING (Co-Producer). Producing credits: Moulin Rouge!; Tina—The Tina Turner Musical; The Color Purple; Tootsie; The Iceman Cometh; Nice Work If You Can Get It; How to Succeed in Business; Promises, Promises.

JOHN GORE ORGANIZATION (Co-Producer) family of companies includes BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and Broadway.com, under the supervision of 20-time Tony-winning producer John Gore (Chairman & CEO). Productions include: MJ, Moulin Rouge!, and Chicago

PETER W. MAY (Co-Producer). President of Trian Partners and an avid Broadway investor and producer. Winner of five Tony Awards, including Moulin Rouge! and The Inheritance. Producer and an investor in many more.

SANDY ROBERTSON (Co-Producer) is an investment manager from Dallas and San Francisco who has invested in or produced more than 25 Broadway plays, including several Tony winners. This one is a winner!

ED WALSON (Co-Producer). Broadway: Relatively Speaking, Cinderella, Big Fish, Bullets Over Broadway, An American in Paris, Carousel, Pretty Woman, King Kong. Film: City Island, Blue Jasmine, Magic in the Moonlight, Irrational Man

ALBERT NOCCIOLINO (Co-Producer) presents touring Broadway in the Northeast and has been investing in and producing Broadway shows for over 35 years. Recent productions: Tina—The Tina Turner Musical, and To Kill A Mockingbird.

KEN SCHUR (Co-Producer). Broadway productions: Waitress, Ain’t Too Proud—The Life and Times of the Temptations, Network, Burn This, Take Me Out. Almost Famous and MJ. West End: Waitress and Ruthless the Musical

WILLETTE & MANNY KLAUSNER (Co-Producer). Hadestown, Ain’t Too Proud, Grey House, Take Me Out, For Colored Girls, Ohio State Murders, American Buffalo, The Band’s Visit, Eclipsed, Trip to Bountiful. London-Get Up Stand Up, Mandela.

DAVID SHAFER (Co-Producer) is a renowned plastic surgeon in NYC. Committed to innovation and patient satisfaction, he has earned recognition as a leading expert in the field.

MARTIN BANDIER (Co-Producer). Former CEO of Sony Music Publishing, member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, BMI Icon, lifetime achievement Grammy, and founder of the Bandier School for Music at Syracuse University.

DOUG MORRIS (Co-Producer) successfully ran all three major music companies - Warner, Universal, and Sony. He is an honoree of the Songwriters Hall of Fame. He co-produced Motown: The Musical

STAFF FOR MJ

LIA VOLLACK PRODUCTIONS

Lia Vollack Lawryn LaCroix

Nick Durst Kelsea Edgerly

THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL JACKSON

John Branca John McClain Karen Langford

GENERAL MANAGEMENT BESPOKE THEATRICALS

Devin Keudell Amy Jacobs

David Roth Danielle Saks

General Manager Kate Egan

Associate General Manager Lisa Jaeger

COMPANY MANAGER

Company Manager Eric Armstrong

Assistant Company Manager Bianca Jean-Charles

TOUR BOOKING AGENCY THE BOOKING GROUP thebookinggroup.com

Meredith Blair Kara Gebhart

Laura Kolarik Stephanie Ditman Sophie Tiesler

TOUR MARKETING & PUBLICITY DIRECTION BOND THEATRICAL bondtheatrical.com

DJ Martin Temah Higgins Mollie Mann

Marc Viscardi Wendy Roberts Jenny Bates

Steph Kelleher Harrison Mootoo

PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT

JUNIPER STREET PRODUCTIONS

Hillary Blanken Ana Rose Greene Sadie Alisa Sarah Penland

Guy Kwan Victoria Bullard Ross Leonard

Hannah Wilson Abby Filiaggi

Carolyn Bonaccorsi Christy Perez

CASTING

THE TELSEY OFFICE

Rachel Hoffman, CSA

Lindsay Levine, CSA

Rashad Naylor Jimmy Larkin Steven Gutierrez Miles Kight

TOUR STAFF

Resident Director Victoria Davidjohn

Assistant Director Christopher Campbell

Dance Supervisor Justin Prescott

PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER Nicole Olson

Stage Manager Xavier Khan

Assistant Stage Managers

Alexander Pierce, Lauren Taylor Winston

Physical Movement Coordinator Lorenzo Pisoni

Associate Scenic Designer Erica Hemminger

Assistant to the Scenic Designer Rochele Mac

Associate Costume Designer Christine Meyers

Assistant Costume Designers ................... Justin Hall, Amy Price

Costume Office Coordinator Olivia Hern

Associate Lighting Designer Craig Stelzenmuller

Assistant Lighting Designer Kirk Fitzgerald

Moving Lights Programmer Alex Fogel

Associate Sound Designer Russell Godwin

Associate Projection Designer Kate Ducey

Lead Animator Andrew Bauer

Animators......................Zoey Crow, Robert Figueira, Dan Vatsky

Projection Programmer Dan Scully

Associate Wig Designers Nicholas Parrish, Loren Skora

Associate Makeup Designer Suki Tsujimoto

Production Carpenter Fred Gallo

Production Carpenter Associate Patricia Masera

Head Carpenter

Assistant Carpenter/Flyman

Jamie Kurtz

Geoff Keller

Assistant Carpenter/Deck Automation...... Lauryn Buchanan-Camacho

Advance Carpenter/Crew Swing Bill Lambertson

Load Out Carpenter

Head Electrician/Board Op Wayne Ogle

Assistant Electrician/Lead Spot Dirk Van Pernis

Assistant Electrician/Video Landon Robinson

Production Sound Phil Lojo, Simon Matthews, Scott Kuker

Head Sound/A1 Clark Boyan

Assistant Sound/A2 David Allen

Sound/Crew Swing Chris Lutz

Advance Electrician Steven LaPlante

Bass Synth Programming Chelton Grey

Guitar Programming Alex Nolan

Production Management PA Charlette San Juan

Interim Head Carpenters Mike Muery, Mike Norris

Production Video Asher Robinson, Kim Caldwell

Production Properties Buist Bickley

Assistant Production Properties Avara Hebert

Head Props Randy Paun

Assistant Props Tessa Spence

Production Assistants Alexis Nalbandian, Lauren Winston

Wardrobe Supervisor Chelsea Meredith

Assistant Wardrobe James Renton

Star Dresser Mary Capers

Hair and Make-up Supervisor Denise Farrell

Assistant Hair and Make-up Supervisor Paul Toni

Wardrobe/Hair Swing Vicky Martinez

Global Coordinator Nick Durst

Health & Safety Manager Kim Kefgen

Bespoke Associate General Managers Matty Cogliano, Michael Demniak, Lisa Jaeger

Bespoke Assistant General Managers Kiana Alexander, Taylor Courtney, Kerrick Dougherty, AJ Orth

General Management Office Manager Ashlee Reed

GM Interns Cortez Hill, Haley Kanzer

People & Culture Partner K+K Reset/ Kiah Jones, Karen Robinson

Music Clearances and Licensing Loudspeaker Music Group / Janet Billig Rich, Lisa Klein Moberly

Clips and Asset Clearance and Licensing Loudspeaker Music Group With Amy Goodfriend

Children’s Teacher/Guardian On Location Education/ Adrienell Boyd

Assistant to John Miller ................................ Jennifer Coolbaugh

Physical Therapy Neuro Tour Physical Therapy Inc/ Carolyn Lawson

Physical Therapist Dr. Paulo MacMillen Sitagata, PT, DPT, FAFS

Ticketing & Revenue Management Tony Lance, Gregory Lipson, Sarah Weinflash

Accountant Withum Smith & Brown/Robert Fried, CPA, Karen Kowgios, CPA, Anthony W. Moore, CPA

Controller Galbraith & Co./Jill Johnson

Banking City National Bank/Michele Gibbons

Housing/Ground Transportation Road Rebel Travel Agent Tzell Travel/The “A” Team/Andi Henig, Jeanne Lafond, Vickie Okolisan

Merchandising. Creative Goods

Production Photos Matthew Murphy & Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade Tour Broll Footage Helix Films, HMS Media Merchandise Manager Amanda Galloza Chaparro

Rehearsed at New 42nd Street Studios

CREDITS

Brandi Fucci

Production Electricians James Fedigan, Patrick Johnston

Scenic items fabricated by PRG-Scenic Technologies, a division of PRG Broadway LLC, New Windsor, NY, Global Scenic Services, Inc, Bridgeport, CT, Great Lakes Scenic Studios, Enhance A Colour, Scenic Arts Studios, Rosebrand. Show control and scenic motion control featuring Stage Command Systems by PRG-Scenic Technologies, a division of Production Resource Group, LLC, New Windsor, NY. Prop fabrication and finishes by Bad Monkey Props, BrenBri Properties, Eric Hart, Prop & Paint Creative Studio, Rob McFayden, Paper Maché Monkey, Colin Davis Jones Studio, Tanya Seeman, R. Ramos Upholstery, Joseph Cairo, Jonathan Embroidery Hero Props and Stitch Studio NYC. Lighting equipment by PRG Lighting. Sound equipment by Sound Associates. Video equipment by 4Wall Entertainment. Trucking by Clark Transfer. Major League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of Major League Baseball. The Grammy Award logos are registered trademarks of The Recording Academy and are

used under license. “The Ed Sullivan Show” courtesy of SOFA Entertainment © All Rights Reserved. MJ Hats: Worth and Worth by Orlando Palacios. MJ’s Costumes: Eric Winterling Inc. MJ’s loafers: T.O. Dey Custom Made Shoes. Shirts: CEGO Custom Shirtmakers. Billie Jean jacket: Shana Albery. Gloves: Wing and Weft Gloves. Thriller: John Kristianson New York Inc. Painting: Jeff Fender Studio. Jackson 5 and Reporters: Jennifer Love Costumes. Menswear: Giliberto Designs. Victory Tour and Smooth Criminal by Barak. Fabric printing: Blue Star Silks. Dyer and masks: Julianne Kroboth. Shoes: LaDuca Shoes. Costume special thanks: Jennifer Love, Anthony Giliberto, Jeff Fender, Laurie Shaeffer, Katie Sue Nicklos.

MUSIC CREDITS

2 BAD Words and Music by Michael Jackson, Dallas Austin, Bruce Swedien, Rene Moore © Published by Mijac Music, EMI April Music Inc., Sony/ATV Songs, Rene Moore Music Inc. Bruce Swedien Publishing, Rosetta VM PKA Virginia Music. All rights reserved. ABC Words and Music by Berry Gordy, Alphonso J Mizell, Frederick J Perren, Deke Richards. © Published by Jobete Music Co. All rights reserved. ANOTHER PART OF ME Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. BAD Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. BEAT IT Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. BILLIE JEAN Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. BLACK OR WHITE Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. BLAME IT ON THE BOOGIE Words and Music by Dave Jackson Rich, Elmar Krohn, Michael Jackson Clark, Hans Kampschroer, Thomas Meyer © Published by Chrysalis Music Group obo Delay Edition. All rights reserved. CAN YOU FEEL IT Words and Music by Michael Jackson, Jackie Jackson © Published by Mijac Music, Siggy Music Inc. All rights reserved. CLIMB EV’RY MOUNTAIN (FROM THE SOUND OF MUSIC) Words and Music by Oscar Hammerstein II, Richard Rodgers © Published by Williamson Music Co. All rights reserved. DANCING MACHINE Words and Music by Harold Edward Davis, Donald Eddie Fletcher, Weldon Dean Parks. © Published by Stone Diamond Music Corporation, Jobete Music Co.All rights reserved. DON’T STOP ‘TIL YOU GET ENOUGH Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. EARTH SONG Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. EASE ON DOWN THE ROAD Words and Music by Charlie Smalls © Published by Mijac Music, Warner-Tamerlane Publishing. All rights reserved. FOR THE LOVE OF MONEY Words and Music by Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff, Anthony Jackson © Published by Mijac Music, Warner-Tamerlane Publishing. All rights reserved. HUMAN NATURE Words and Music by John Bettis, Steven M Porcaro © Published by Mijac Music, Warner Music obo John Bettis. All rights reserved. I CAN’T HELP IT Words and Music by Stevie Wonder, Susaye Greene © Published by Jobete Music Co, Stone Diamond Music, Black Bull Music, Dogface Music. All rights reserved. I WANT YOU BACK Words and Music by Berry Gordy, Alphonso J Mizell, Frederick J Perren, Deke Richards © Published by Jobete Music Co. All rights reserved. I’LL BE THERE Words and Music by Hal Davis, Berry Gordy, Willie M Hutchinson, Bob West © Published by Jobete Music Co. All rights reserved. JAM Words and Music by Michael Jackson, Ivan Rene Moore, Teddy Riley, Bruce Swedien © Published by Mijac Music, Donril Music, Bruce Swediaen Music Inc, BMG Gold Songs (ASCAP), Rene Moore Music Inc., Universal Music Z Tunes. All rights reserved. KEEP THE FAITH Words and Music by Michael Jackson, Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett © Published by Mijac Music, WC Music Corp, Hee Bee Doinit Music, Arlovol Music, Black Chick Music. All rights reserved. LA LA MEANS I LOVE YOU Words and Music by William Hart, Thomas Bell © Published by Warner Tamerlane Publishing, Nickel Shoe Music. All rights reserved. MAN IN THE MIRROR Words and Music by Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett © Published by Universal Music Publishing, WC Music Corp. obo Yellowbrick Road Music. All rights reserved. MONEY Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. OH HAPPY DAY Words and Music by Edwin Hawkins (2018), Edward Rimbault, Philip Doddridge © Published by Edwin R. Hawkins Music Co, Kama-Rippa-Music Inc. All rights reserved. OYIN MOMO ADO Words and Music by Babatunde Olatunji © Published by EMI Blackwood Music Inc. All rights reserved. PAPA’S GOT A BRAND

NEW BAG Words and Music by James Brown © Published by Unichappel Music obo Dynatone Publishing. All rights reserved. PRICE OF FAME Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. ROCK WITH YOU Words and Music by Rod Temperton © Published by Rodsongs. All rights reserved. SHE’S OUT OF MY LIFE Words and Music by Tom Bahler © Published by Careers-BMG Music Publishing Inc. (BMI), Fiddleback Music Publishing Co. Inc. (BMI) and Kidada Music (BMI) All rights administered by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. All rights reserved. SHOUT Words and Music by O'Kelly Isley, Jr, Rudoph Isley, Ronald Isley © Published by EMI Longitude. All rights reserved. SMOOTH CRIMINAL Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. STRANGER IN MOSCOW Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. TABLOID JUNKIE Words and Music by Michael Jackson, Terry Lewis, James Harris © Published by Mijac Music, KMR Music Royalties/Kobalt Music Publishing. All rights reserved. THE LOVE YOU SAVE Words and Music by Berry Gordy, Alphonso J Mizell, Frederick J Perren, Deke Richards © Published by Sony Music Publishing. All rights reserved. THE SOUND OF PHILADELPHIA SOUL TRAIN THEME SONG Words and Music by Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff, Anthony Jacks © Published by Warner Chappell Music Publishing. All rights reserved. THE WAY YOU MAKE ME FEEL Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. THEY DON’T CARE ABOUT US Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. THRILLER Words and Music by Rod Temperton © Published by Rodsongs. All rights reserved. WANNA BE STARTIN’ SOMETHIN’ Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. WORKIN’ DAY AND NIGHT Words and Music by Michael Jackson © Published by Mijac Music. All rights reserved. YOU CAN’T WIN Words and Music by Charlie Smalls © Published by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing, Fox Fanfare Music Inc. All rights reserved. YOUR LOVE HAS LIFTED ME (HIGHER & HIGHER) Words and Music by Gary L Jackson, Raynard Miner, Carl William Smith © Published by Mijac Music, Chevis Publishing Corp, Warner-Tamerlane, UniChappell Music Inc. All rights reserved.

THE ACTORS AND STAGE MANAGERS EMPLOYED IN THIS PRODUCTION ARE MEMBERS OF ACTORS’ EQUITY ASSOCIATION, THE UNION OF PROFESSIONAL ACTORS AND STAGE MANAGERS IN THE UNITED STATES.

The musicians employed in this production are members of the American Federation of Musicians

All stage work performed by employees represented by IATSE

ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers (IATSE Local 18032), represents the Press Agents, Company Managers and House Managers employed on this production.

The Director is a member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, a national theatrical labor union.

DRAMATISTS GUILD

The writer/s of this production are members of the national trade association of professional playwrights, composers, lyricists, and liberettists.

This production is produced by a member of The Broadway League in collaboration with our professional union-represented employees.

WARNING

The photographing or sound recording of any performance or the possession of any device for such photographing or sound recording inside this theatre, without the written permission of the management, is prohibited by law. Violators may be punished by ejection and violations may render the offender liable for money damages.

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PPAC HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHTS: PAST,

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has been at the heart of the arts community in Providence, Rhode Island, for 47 seasons. We are pleased to present touring Broadway productions and some of the most well-known comedians and musicians, and since 2008, we have launched 24 national tours; these include the national tour launch of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL and the national tour launch of SHUCKED in our 2024/2025 Broadway Season.

PPAC has consistently been listed as one of the top ten entertainment venues of its size (3,100 seating capacity) in the U.S. by Pollstar, Billboard Magazine and VenuesNow. For us to truly appreciate where we are in the present moment, it is important for us to highlight our Theatre history; it has allowed us to become the acclaimed Theatre that we are today. Through all the challenges, we have never forgotten our true purpose, which is to welcome all visitors to the City of Providence and create a memorable experience for every individual that walks through our doors.

We were originally a movie palace called the Loew’s State Theatre when we opened our doors on October 6, 1928. The ornate venue was designed by architectural firm Rapp & Rapp, who were well known in the early 20th century for their designs of movie palaces and theatres.

For about 25 years, business was grand for Loew’s; going to see a movie at Loew’s was an “experience”! Attendance began to decline in the early 1950s due to television's growing popularity. The building sustained damage from Hurricane Carol in 1954, resulting in the removal of the Theatre’s original Morton pipe organ.

In 1972, the venue was called the Palace Concert Theatre, where it mainly presented rock concerts; unfortunately, the Theatre continued to fall into disrepair and to lose revenue. In 1976, through the efforts of Mrs. B.A. (Sylvia) Dario (one of the many champions of the Loew’s Theatre Building), the building re-opened as the Ocean State Theatre, where it returned to its historic movie palace roots. The Ocean State Theatre experienced limited success, and as a result, the building’s owner, B.A. Dario, considered demolishing the historic theatre. Due to this consideration, Governor J. Joseph Garrahy, then Chairman of PPAC’s Board of Trustees Bruce Sundlun (Governor of Rhode Island, 1991-1995), then Providence Mayor Vincent A. “Buddy” Cianci, Jr. and Mrs. Dario discussed transforming the Theatre into an arts center.

Photo: Core Photographic

HIGHLIGHTS: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

In 1977, the Loew’s Theatre Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and in 1978, the Theatre was purchased and saved by seven founding members: Citizens Bank, Fleet National Bank of Rhode Island, Old Stone Bank, Outlet Company, Providence Journal Company, Rhode Island Hospital Trust National Bank and Textron, Inc. The venue became a private nonprofit corporation and was called the Ocean State Performing Arts Center.

The Ocean State Performing Arts Center changed its name to the Providence Performing Arts Center in 1982 in honor of the dedication that the City and its staunch supporters gave to saving the Theatre. The same year, our first House Organist Lincoln W.N. Pratt assisted the staff with finding our “Mighty Wurlitzer.” The 5/11 Wurlitzer Organ was built in 1927. This is one of only three five-manual keyboard consoles built by Wurlitzer. Mr. Pratt served as our House Organist until his passing in 1998. Peter Edwin Krasinski became our second House Organist in September of 2020.

As the Providence Performing Arts Center, the Theatre has evolved and thrived through the efforts of past and current board members and administrative staff, making it one of the most successful, not-for-profit theatres in the United States today.

As an organization, we have preserved the integrity of our building by prioritizing historical restoration projects; these include the expansion of our stage house (backstage) in 1995 and the renovation of the historical Grand Lobby, Arcade, and House. The original Box Office kiosk was restored in April 2022; cracked granite stone panels were replaced with new black stone panels. During the winter of 2020/2021, custom terra cotta façade tiles were installed by Consigli Construction and exterior lighting designed by Evelyn Audet Lighting Design, LLC

was added to the front of the building on Weybosset Street; this project was honored with a Rhody Award in 2021 by Preserve RI and the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission (RIHPHC). Our marquee has undergone a two-phased restoration process.

We are also committed to providing students in grades K – 12 with programs where they engage with the performing arts. We offer eleven community outreach and engagement programs for students; our longest running programs include From Books to Broadway, High School Greeter Program and ARTS Scholarships. For ARTS Scholarships, contact Ricky Gresh at rgresh@ppacri.org

From Books to Broadway serves middle school and high school students and their educators in selected communities in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. These students are able to attend live Broadway performances, with tickets generously underwritten by the Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation. Educators incorporate the performance they have seen into their curriculum through a show-provided study guide. If you are interested in learning more about this program, email Paul Hiatt at phiatt@ppacri.org

Any student aged 15 -18 is welcome to join our volunteer High School Greeter Program Students volunteer at Taco and The White Family Foundation Broadway Series performances; they welcome patrons to the Theatre before a show begins, and they also answer questions that patrons may have. Greeters usually have the chance to watch the performance, too! Community service hours can be earned through this program; to learn more about our Greeter program, please email Betty Benedetti at bbenedetti@ppacri.org.

Photo: Paul Hiatt Photo: Caitlyn DiPompo

Peter Edwin Krasinski. Photo: Michelle Carpenter

SUPPORT THE 2025 ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN

Do you want to see your name in this program book next season and earn other valuable benefits?

For more information about our Community Outreach and Engagement and Annual Fund donor levels and benefits, visit ppacri.org/donate or contact the Development Office at donors@ppacri.org or 401.421.2997.

The Providence Performing Arts Center dedicates 100% of its proceeds from the Annual Fund Campaign towards our Community Outreach and Engagement Initiative. This allows PPAC to create, produce and present programs and activities that make the Theatre accessible to a wider range of people, especially young audiences and artists. Our free or low-cost tickets to these events are often the only opportunity many people will have to experience the joy of theatre. It is only with the help of our donors that we are able to offer these valuable theatre experiences to the entire community:

These programs are funded by the PPAC Endowment, Gala Celebration, and the Annual Fund:

SEATS FOR SERVICE MEMBERS

The Robert F. Stoico / FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation

Lead Sponsor:

The Robert F. Stoico / FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation

Lead Sponsor:

2024 ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Each year, Providence Performing Arts Center is faced with the challenge of raising enough funds to offset the cost of producing and presenting the valuable programs we offer as part of our Community Outreach Initiative. The Annual Fund is the vehicle that makes that possible. Annual Fund proceeds also help fund the development of new programs that specifically serve the needs of artists and audiences of demographic, ethnic, cultural, social and professional diversity.

A special THANK YOU goes to our Community Outreach Program underwriters who have made significant Annual Fund contributions designated to one or more specific outreach initiatives.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM UNDERWRITERS

ABC6

Bally’s Corporation

Bank of America

BankNewport

The Barker Foundation

Cox Media

Consigli Construction Co., Inc.

Cumulus Media Group

Dimeo Construction Company

Disney Musicals in Schools

Thomas & Colette Fay

HarborOne Bank

iHeartMedia, Inc.

Johnson & Wales University

Kahn, Litwin, Renza & Co., Ltd.

Marcum LLP

Navigant Credit Union

NBC 10

New England Laborers' Tri-Funds

NOW 93.3FM

The Providence Journal

Providence Tourism Council

Regency Plaza Apartments

Rhode Island Commerce

Rhode Island Commodores

Rhode Island Energy

The Rhode Island Foundation

The Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED

Charitable Foundation

Starkweather & Shepley Insurance

Taco and The White Family Foundation

Textron Charitable Trust

WPRI 12

PPAC also wishes to acknowledge the following organizations who generously matched their employees’ donations to our Annual Fund:

MATCHING GIFTS

Bank of America

Liberty Mutual

Markel Corporation Medtronic

Providence Performing Arts Center recognizes and sincerely thanks the following who generously donated to the Theatre’s 2024 Annual Fund for Community Outreach:

CHAIRMAN ($5,000+)

Bank of America

Disney Musicals in Schools

Jill & Larry Goldstein

Suzanna & John Laramee

Barbara & Jerry Lavine

John Lunter

Todd Lunter & Gina Spiri

Mr. & Mrs. Terrence P. Moran

Ellen Barnes

Tom & Jen Barrett

Rhonda Berchuck & Kat Katrouzos

Frank & Beverly Cardoza

Mrs. Jocelin Hamblett

Lowell & Karen Kinch

Navigant Credit Union

New England Laborers' Tri-Funds

Providence Tourism Council

Rhode Island Commerce

Rhode Island Commodores

Rhode Island Energy

The Rhode Island Foundation

The Rumsey Family

Souto Family

The Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED

Charitable Foundation

Marjorie Sundlun

Textron Charitable Trust

Karen Wadleigh & William Manseau

Wadleigh Family Fund

Mary B. Wall

PRODUCER ($3,500 - $4,999)

Cindy Laughlin

Diane & Mark Marini

Thomas & Rita Maron

Frederick McMillen

Candy McNally

Rhode Island College Foundation

Maggie & Jack Skenyon

Robin Wallace

Ginette & Joe Walsh

Mr. & Mrs. John Hazen White, Jr.

William A. White

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Tiffany Murphy

John DeLuca

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Carolyn A. Andreozzi, Georgia

Bonaminio & Deborah Thomas

Art Inspires Me

Evelyn Bain & Christina Yates

Bally’s Corporation

The Barker Foundation

BayCoast Bank

Christine Benoit & Bruce Gouin

Peter & Kelly Benoit

Steven & Eliza Beringhause

Aviva Beringhause & Aidan Shaw

Dr. Robert Binek & Ms. Teri Ohs

Mark & Sheila Brigido

Bristol County Savings Bank

Bryant University

Michael Bucci

Stephen & Susan Burlone

Daniel & Cindy Butts

Jeffrey & Judy Carey

Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio

Ann & Bill Casey

Alan J. Chille

Carol & Randy Collard

Consigli Construction Co. Inc.

Joan Cronin & Sarah Irons

Ronn & Lisa David

Meg & John DeCubellis

Steven & Cheryl Deware

Richard E. DiChiaro

Dimeo Construction Company

Dr. Linda & Michael Donegan

DIRECTOR ($1,500 - $3,499)

Bob & Diana Donovan

Thomas & Colette Fay

Paul & Deb Fernandes

Mr. & Mrs. David A. Fontaine

Kyle & Suzanne Gendreau

Christine Gerard

The Gifford Family

Debbie Gries, Sarah Gries & Peter Roby

Amy McLaughlin-Hatch & Dennis Hatch

Patrick F. Healy

Mr. & Mrs. Edward A. Hjerpe, III

William Irons & Michele Kazarian

Lynn Jardin

Ina & Rick Land

Jason & Catherine Lea

Jessica Loffler

Matthew A. Lopes, Jr.

Joseph & Joanne Marshall

Melissa & Jackson Marvel

Dr. Paul & Sharon Matrullo

John McLaughlin

Jeremy Mellitz & Sandy Jedziniak

Rick Metters & Maura Embler

Wendi & Keith Metters

Deborah & Richard Miller

Debra Mitchell

John & Margaret Moran

William & Pamela Morgan

National Chain Company

Paul Pabis & Patrice Wood

Mrs. Barbara Papitto

Petrarca Family

Eve Procaccianti

Sarah Puerini & Thomas Bailey

Regency Plaza Apartments

Anthony R. Ricci, MD & Patricia C. Ricci, MD

Jonathan & Melissa Roberts

Daniel Ryan

Mark T. & Mae Beth Ryan

Jennifer Shakan

Stephen J. Shechtman

Judy & George Shoemaker

Lisa & Eric Shorr

Michelle Sylvia Spriggs

Gary J. Stallard, CPA

Barbara Stone

Daniel & Kathleen Sullivan

Christopher Swain

Sheri & Donald Sweitzer

Taco and The White Family

Foundation

Brian & Nancy Thibodeau

John Thompson

Charles & Sheila Tsoumakas

Paula Wasser

Bradley Waugh

Jason Wenzel & Matt Miles

Emeline Whealton

Kevin & Janice Wright

STAR ($1,000 WITH PURCHASE OF TWO BROADWAY SUBSCRIPTIONS)

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Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Aceto

James & Patricia Allan

Ernie & Kathy Almonte

Linda A. Anderson

Michael & Lindsey Ando

Adam & Robin Antonik

Daniel Arcuri & Anthony Romano

Earle O. Assanah, MD

Carol Baker

Ed & Jenna Bard

Zachary Barnes

Michael & Sandra Bartlett

Dr. Peter & Silvia Baziotis

Gregory & Sharon Beaune

William Bendokas

Tommy Bengaff & Carlotta Kelley

Michelle Bergin

Big Blue Bug Solutions

Keith & Karyn Bilezerian

Al & Michele Blanchette

Rebecca Bliss & Don Hasseltine

Bliss Properties

Elizabeth & Richard Bloom

Jeffrey Boghossian

David Boni

Jennifer Bouchard

Breezy Knoll

Dani & Jacob Brier

John Brissette

Rod, Ashley & Nicholas Brusini

Rosanna Buelter

Dario & Kathleen Cabrera

Anthony & Eduarda Calandrelli

Robert & Janine Calise

Cameron & Mittleman LLP

Jennifer & Peter Capodilupo

Deborah & Louis Capuano

Mr. Stephen A. Cardi Jr.

William & Christine Carr

Claire Carrabba

Susan Carreiro

Richard Carriere

John & Tracy Carvalho

Steven Casella

Yolanda & Maria Castillo-Appollonio

Matthew & Monique Cellemme

Paul & Susan Chambers

Marc & Terry Charren

Joel S. Chase, Esq.

Kristen Chase

Drs. Elizabeth Chen & Neil Sarkar

Robert & Terri Cicchelli

Dr. Tony & Libby Cirillo

Tracey Collins

Carol & Randy Collord

Commonwealth Public Response & EMS Educators

Compensation Planning Inc.

Mr. William J. Conley, Jr.

Sal Corio

Domenic & Paula Coro

Lisa & Joe Costa

Terri & Donald Coustan

Dawn Cummings

Don & Lynn Curtain

Mark & Katherine D'Aiello

Michael D'Angelo & Meggan

Shenefield

Lori Dangremond

Craig & Lorna Danko

Jason & Stephanie DaPonte

Scott & Charlene DiChristofero

Robert & Gayle Dichter

The Dominguez Boyle Family

Debbie & Mike Donahue

Karen Donnelly

Stephen & Sarah Doucette

Bil & Mary Drena

Walter M. Dzialo, DDS, Monica M. Dzialo & Crystal

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ANNUAL FUND

Lynn C. Eagles

Alex & Kit Eberhardt

Ecosytem Solutions, Inc.

Stacy & Doug Emanuel

EMC Services

Sergio & Helena Esteireiro

Richard Etling

Joel & Donna Evans

Andrew Falconio & Bob Jones

Jennifer Faria

Mark & Ann Fay

Feeney Law Group

Priscilla & David Feeney

Dr. Darlene F. Ferland & Francesgrace Ferland

Everett & Chris Fernald

Marc Ferolito

James & Jo-Anne Fiorentino

Justice & Mrs. Robert G. Flanders, Jr.

Janet Fogarty

Robert & Wendy Fournier

Donna & Harley Frank

Judy & David Fried

Linn Friedman

Glenn, Merrill & Katie Friedemann

Gizele Garceau

John H. & Carol Gilbert

John & Sandra Gillooly

Bill & Debbie Girard

Dr. & Mrs. Arthur Giuliano

Kristina & Christopher Giuliano

Dr. David Gorelick & Dr. Susan Shim Gorelick

Pam Hale

Marcia & Dan Harrop

H. Carr & Sons

Hazard Flynn Foundation

Dean & Mary Heinold

Jeff & Karen Hirsch

Timothy & Pamela Hogan

Dexter & June Holaday

Joan Hopkins

Norm & Mal Hopkins

William & Phyllis Horne

Bob & Betty Howard

William & Alison Huggins

Karen Hughes & Caleb Messier

Brooke Huminski

Ed & Diane Iannuccilli

Todd Insler

Raymond & Joan Ivers

Bernard A. Jackvony

Natalie Jackvony

Steve Johnson

Alfred & Luci Anne Jones

Judy Jorge

Jason Kaplan

Michael & Robin Kauffman

Mike & Joann Kavana

Mr. & Mrs. John L. Keaney

Gina M. Kelleher

Ronald & Cynthia Kelly

Martin Kerzer

Ann M. & Seth M. Klaiman

Linda & Alec Knowles

Ron & Sarah Koller / The Malted Barley

Mr. & Mrs. David Lahousse

William & Christine Lamberti

Seth Lederman

Thomas & Jennifer Leonard

Michelle Levesque

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Levesque

Drs. Naveh & Sarah Levy

Daniel Liparini & Diane Cozine

Nancy & Steve Lustig

Kathleen Lynch

Robert MacArthur & Tracy Glover

Kenkre Mahesh

Joan L. Mahoney

Gary & Leslie Malloy

KRISTIN & STEVE

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Elizabeth Manzo

Joseph & Roberta Marocco

Bruno & Jackie Marovelli

Quinn Martin

Jennifer Massotti

David & Pamela McCollum

Donna McDonald

Daniel McGregor, Ph.D.

Dede McGuire

Kimberly McLaughlin

James & Nancy McManus

Michelle A. McNulty

Jay & Bonnie Mendes

Joyce & Martin Middleton

Katherine Middleton

Michael Middleton

Cheryl & Paul Mincone

Andrew J. Molak D.M.D. & Ann Molak

Debra A. Moretti

Elizabeth & Paul Morrisroe

Joe & Sheila Murphy

Tim & Karen Murphy

Richard Nadeau

Donna & Angelo Nardolillo

Navigant Credit Union

Dr. Kimberly Nelson

Michael & Karen New

Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Lisa Nula

Regina O’Connor

John & Ellen O’Hare

Joseph & Gina Pakuris

Mr. & Mrs. John Paliotta

John Palumbo

Marc & Cheryl Pappas

William & Carol Peck

David & Diane Peligian

Gary M. Penfield

Stefan & Ariana Petrella

Nancy Pettus & Michael Fusi

Melissa & Gregory Pezza

Christine Phillips

Myles & Nancy Pickar

Christopher Plympton

Steven & Anne Pohnert

Lawrence & Karen Purtill

Barbara Saccucci Radebach

Dr. Cheryl Raymond

Diane Reimer

Mr. & Mrs. Kelly Resendes

Rhode Island Monthly

Communications, Inc.

Elaine Riley

Camille Roberti & Renee Evangelista

Frank Romeo

Mr. & Mrs. Gregg H. Rosen

Jan Saik

Kara & David Salit

Scott Seidman & Shelley Poulsen

James & Mariana Sequeira

Sharon Seymour

Eugenia Shao & Neil Steinberg

Lynn Shea

Marilyn & Glenn Shealey

Beth Shomberg

John & Virginia Silvestri

Jeanette Simoes

Anthony Simonelli

Leo Skenyon

Catherine & Robert Sloan

Dameian Slocum & John Beaudreau

Jo-Anne Snape

Neil & Paulla Solar

Gina Spencer

Frank & Kate Spinella

Spitz Weiss Realtors

Sandy Stamoulis

Robin Stern

Michael & Lisa St. Pierre

Richard Strozyk

Bob & Mimi Struck

Emma Suvall

Dr. Scott W. Sylvia &

Mr. Ryan H. Hanson

Pilar Tasca

Catherine Tattrie

Djini Tavares

Jabreche & Elise Taylor

Jennifer Thomas

Dr. Valerie Thomas

Andrea Thorton

Susan Tourgee

Lynne Urbani

Susan VanDerhoof & Robert

Janiesch

Robert Vincent

Manuel Vinhateiro

Pamela & Jeffrey Vogel

Neil & Maggie Wagner

Deidre Waller

Darlene Walsh

Ms. Marilyn Walsh

Martha Walsh

Robert A. Walsh, Jr.

Sandi Warner

Eric Weiner

Tom & Rebecca Wesley

Laurie Wessel

Mr. Christopher L. Wester & Mr. Jarrett F. Goodwin

David White

John & Kathy Wiggins

Scott Winkler

Nathan & Diane Wistran

Stephen & Paula Yole

Andrea Younes & Jessica Veulens

Maria C. Younes

Christopher & Megan Young

BENEFACTOR

($500 – $999)

Len & Roz Accardo

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Patty & Melvin G. Alperin

Andrew DePietro Memorial

Scholarship

Kathryn Atkins

Debra A. Botellio

Joseph P. Calabro Jr., CPA

Gabriella DiGiacinto Caprio

Peter D. Carnevale

Roberta Capuano

Alan Casale

Darren Corrente

Kathleen Cotter & Paul Zarracky

Tim & Maribeth DelGiudice

Law Offices of Anthony L. DiCenso, LLC

Dr. Robert & Diane Ducoff

Linn Freedman

Dr. Gary L’Europa

Jim & Nancy Looney

Paul & Sandra MacDonald

Mr. & Mrs. Norman E. McCulloch, Jr., Trustees, McAdams Charitable Foundation

Mary Theresa Moran

Alexander Moskalenko

Mr. & Mrs. Norman E. McCulloch, Jr., Trustees, McAdams Charitable Foundation

Mary Theresa Moran

Alexander Moskalenko

James Scanlon

Stefan & Jessica Ross Charitable Fund

Donald A. Wilkinson

Michael Wilkinson

Bill & Nancy Wray

FRIEND

Anonymous (4)

Kristen Adamo

Mary E. Almon

Sandra Amoling

($1 – $499)

Mary-Jean Aschman

Alfred & Barbara Bartkiewicz

Erin Beardsley

Jeffrey Blackburn

David E. Boenning

Roger P. Boudreau & Christine A. Schwab-Boudreau

Ayo Bryant

Tom & Gerri Cabral

James Caroselli

Paul Carpender

Kathy Cavanaugh

Sam & Deb Ciotola

Frank V. Correia III

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Providence, Rhode Island was founded on the notion that you should be able to do what you want to do and think what you want to think. We take that to heart. Bring your family or travel solo. Indulge in delicious meals or bike through scenic cityscapes. Spend the day exploring a world-famous museum or relax in a gondola watching the world glide by. We have so much to do, see, eat, play, create, watch — the combinations are endless. It’s up to you.

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James E. Costa

John & Pam Costigan

Beverly Crudale

Ronna Cuker

Joe & Karen D'Antonio

Andrew DeFrias

Jane A. Desforges

Richard & Mary Lu DiMase

Kara DiPaola

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Ann Diver

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David Elsbree

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MEMORIAL GIFTS

Christopher J. Almon, In memory of Peter & Mary Almon

Michael & Dana Amore, In memory of Michael Ellis

Maribeth Calabro, In memory of Kendra O’Leary Espeut

Janet Comalli, In memory of Richard H. Kuehl

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Dominic & Daniel Ragosta, In memory of Jo-Ann Ragosta

Sister & Brothers, In memory of Buzz & Jim Greenhalgh

Kathy & Andy Sylvia, In memory of Charles Hamilton

William Walsh, In memory of Lisa A. Walsh

Mr. & Mrs. Wendell Wilkie, In memory of Sylvia Dario

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT

SENSORY-FRIENDLY PROGRAMMING

THE VANISHING ELEPHANT March 15, 2025 at 2P | Tickets on sale beginning Dec. 6, 2024. This incredible story of resilience and friendship, inspired by true events, comes to life through large-scale puppetry, illusion and magic. THE VANISHING ELEPHANT features stunning puppets designed by Helen Foan, including a baby elephant, a young adult elephant, and a fully grown elephant, as well as a tiger.

DISNEY MUSICALS IN SCHOOLS

Disney Musicals in Schools (DMIS) builds sustainable musical theatre programs in under-resourced public elementary schools by providing free performance materials and free professional development to selected Title 1 elementary schools annually.

For more information, visit: ppacri.org/outreach/ disney-musicals-in-schools

OCEAN STATE STAR AWARDS

EXPERIENCE PPAC

Experience PPAC is one of PPAC’s flagship education initiatives which ensures that every 10th grade student in Rhode Island can attend a select Broadway performance with their school at no cost, with busing reimbursed for school groups of 20 or more.

For our lineup of performances or to sign up to bring your 10th grade class, please visit: ppacri.org/outreach/experience-ppac

The Ocean State Star Awards recognizes, honors and celebrates excellence in all aspects of musical theatre performance and production among area high schools.

All schools in Rhode Island are eligible to participate, as well as Massachusetts schools within a 25-mile radius of PPAC. We encourage Title 1 schools to participate; financial assistance is available for their participation fee, should they need it.

Musicals of participating schools are reviewed by a panel of industry professionals. They each receive critical constructive written feedback following their production. Based on tabulations, productions and individuals receive awards in specific categories at a ceremony that is held each year at PPAC in the late spring. Our panel of judges select one male and one female Ocean State Star Awards winner to represent the state of Rhode Island in the National High School Musical Theatre Awards competition, The Jimmy Awards®, held in New York City at the end of June.

Photos: CJ Perrone

Photo: Dana Brazil

Photo: Dana Brazil

COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT

ARTS SHOWCASE

PPAC's ARTS Showcase brings Rhode Island school age students in grades K-8 to PPAC at no cost to see world class performances that connect to curriculum and social/emotional development.

The ARTS Showcase offers both live and virtual performances beginning in November and running through May. Schools can register for a maximum of one live performance and unlimited virtual performances.

These performances are FREE for Rhode Island schools to attend; the cost of busing is reimbursed for school groups of 20 or more. Massachusetts schools within a 25-mile radius of PPAC are welcome to register for our virtual performances.

NEW! TEEN AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

We are thrilled to launch our NEW Teen Ambassador Program for the 2024/2025 season. This education, outreach & engagement program will be a vital leadership opportunity within our arts education programming for high school students. Each month, Teen Ambassadors will be exposed to a different career track in the arts management industry and get firsthand knowledge from industry professionals.

A Teen Ambassador is a 10th, 11th or 12th grade student who wants to explore various non-performance careers in theatre. Applicants must be a student in Rhode Island or within a 25mile radius of PPAC in Massachusetts. Teen Ambassadors must be enrolled in high school for the entire school year, maintain at least a B (3.0) average unweighted and have a stellar recommendation.

REIGNITE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

The Reignite Professional Development Series is a free resource for Rhode Island educators to continue their certification towards their professional learning units. This series was funded by Disney and serves teachers who serve students in the performing or technical theatre arts. It can also be used by teachers who may be tasked with putting on a musical theatre production in their school. The series is geared towards schools with little to no resources. It was developed to serve our Disney Musicals in Schools elementary teachers but is appropriate for any grade level teacher.

For more information, visit: ppacri.org/outreach/reignite-professional-development-series

SEATS FOR SERVICE MEMBERS

USO New England RI service members and their families attended a performance, thanks to the Seats for Service Members program. They were hosted by RI Commodores - Flag Secretary David DePetrillo and his wife Jean (center back row, blue blazer with glasses). Photo: Core Photographic

Jon Duffy, Admiral of the Rhode Island Commodores, led a delegation to personally thank military families for their service. “We’re thrilled to once again join PPAC as a sponsor of the Seats for Service Members program. It is a great way of showing our support and gratitude for our military and their families.”

In the spring of 2008, PPAC initiated a pilot Seats for Service Members program to provide preferred orchestra seats to members of Rhode Island’s National Guard and their families for various performances in our Taco and The White Family Foundation Broadway Series and Encore Series

The program was met with such resounding success that we were able to raise enough money to continue it again for the sixteenth season in a row! We only hope that the Seats for Service Members program will let the thousands of men and women, who unselfishly dedicate themselves to protecting our country, know how much we greatly appreciate their outstanding sacrifices and courageous efforts.

If you are interested in sponsoring this program, please contact Claudia Zompa, Director of Development, at 401.574.3122 or email czompa@ppacri.org

PROGRAM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

New England Laborers’ Tri-Funds

PPAC Annual Fund Donors

Rhode Island Commodores

Rhode Island Energy

SILVER SPONSORS

Thomas & Collette Fay

Taco and The White Family Foundation

Textron Charitable Trust

BRONZE SPONSORS

Bally’s Corporation

Dimeo Construction Company

Johnson & Wales University

Regency Plaza Apartments

ALISON RUSSO IN ‘ONCE’ AT WILBURY THEATRE GROUP; PHOTO BY ERIN X. SMITHERS.