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OKLAHOMA!Edited By Madelyn Miller
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s landmark musical is, quite simply, the show that changed the American musical forever. On the heels of the wildly acclaimed London and Broadway revivals, this sparkling new touring production of OKLAHOMA! is adapted from the Cameron Mackintosh presentation of the Royal National Theatre production that won the hearts of a new generation of theatergoers. “Oh What a Beautiful Musical” - NY Post. OKLAHOMA! is presented by Dallas Summer Musicals Broadway Contemporary Series at The Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm Street in downtown Dallas, from Jan. 4-9, 2005 for eight performances only. The performance schedule follows: Tues. Jan. 4 at 8 p.m. Principal cast members of OKLAHOMA! Jeremiah James (Curly) was the youngest performer to have received an LA ovation nomination (Best Lead Actor in a Musical) for his role as Bobby Child in Crazy For You in 2000. Mr. James is a graduate of Hamilton Academy of Music in Los Angeles. Other shows include the L.A. premieres of Side Show, and U.S. premiere of Rockne, the Musical; No, No, Nanette; State Fair; Honk!; Singin’ in the Rain as well as many others. You might recognize Jeremiah from commercials such as Visa, KIA, McDonalds, and Barqs Root Beer. You will soon be able to hear his voice on the upcoming children’s album, “Move Your Body” with music and lyrics by Robert Read. www.2stepforward.com Andrew Lebon (Jud Fry) from St. Louis, MO, where he is a proud graduate of Indiana University. Most recently, Andrew appeared as Neville Craven in The Secret Garden. Carrie Love (Ado Annie Carnes) comes to this tour from New York City, where she has been adventuring since graduating from Vanderbilt University in 2002. Daniel Robinson (Will Parker) Credits: Rocky Horror Show (Brad Majors), European Tour of Grease (Ensemble), Gypsy (Tulsa) and many more. From Portland, OR, Daniel studied Musical Theatre at AMDA in NYC, as well as Dance at the University of AZ. Pat Sibley (Aunt Eller) is happy to be resurrecting the part of Aunt Eller for this National Tour after having played her at Village Theatre in Issaquah, WA. A native of Los Angeles, Pat now makes Seattle her home. Professional training: the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts and the American Conservatory Theatre. Sorab Wadia (Ali Hakim) is happy to be on his first national tour. NY credits: Big Shoot (Lark Theatre); Night Out (Producer’s Club). Regional: Edwin Drood, Candide, Madame Butterfly, Magic Flute, Falstaff. International: Ligeia (world premier, France); Marriage of Figaro (Italy); Ariadne and Naxos (Israel); P-3 (Japan); Merchant of Venice, Doongaji House, Plaza Suite, and Antigone all performed in his hometown (Bombay, India). A few quotes from the national touring production
follow: Single tickets for OKLAHOMA! are on sale now for the Dallas performances at The Box Office, 542 Preston Royal Shopping Center, ranging in price from $17-$70. Tickets are also available at all Ticketmaster locations, including The Majestic Theatre Box Office, Fiesta and Foley’s Stores, Sound Wherehouse and Tower Record Stores; online at www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling 214-631-ARTS (2787). A service charge will be added for all Ticketmaster purchases. For groups of 20 or more, call 214-426-GROUP. The Broadway Contemporary Series shows continue in
2005: COOKIN'--- March 1-6, 2005. What do you get when
you cross Jackie Chan with Benihana? Four crazy chefs in a high-energy
percussion show, drumming, fighting and juggling their way to a glorious
wedding banquet. It’s more fun than should legally be allowed! This
international stage sensation is hailed by The New York Times as, “a savory
stew of skillful, high-energy, good fun.” Delightfully irreverent and
undeniably spellbinding, COOKIN’ slices, dices, chops and beats a
zesty blend of martial arts, drumming and dance with the tangy zip of your
favorite B-movies. COOKIN’ will whet your appetite, tantalize your
taste buds and leave you hungry for more. |
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When
I was a teenager, I went to a summer music camp and was cast in the musical
Oklahoma! I loved it and it was the foundation of my love of musicals.