![]() Adriana is local and works at the resort and speaks only Spanish. ![]() At a destination wedding in Cancún, two women with very different life experiences meet by chance and become catalysts for change in each other. In the new year, associate artistic director Melissa Crespo guides the exceptional bi-lingual drama “Clean/Espejos,” written by playwright Christine Quintana, with Spanish translation and adaptation by Paula Zelaya Cervantes. Holtzman, Lopez and Leifman are alumni of the Department of Drama.įor the holidays, the grand tradition of a family musical co-produced with the Department of Drama takes a deep dive under the sea with “Disney’s The Little Mermaid.” The 2 Ring Circus (“The Wizard of Oz,” 2017) returns to add spectacular high-flying acrobatics to this beloved tale of Ariel’s adventures up “where the people are.” Melissa Rain Anderson directs, with choreography by Adam Cates and musical direction by Brian Cimmet. Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt serves as the autism spectrum disorder creative consultant with Becky Leifman as the director of community engagement. Syracuse Stage will produce this world premiere musical in association with Ben Holtzman, Sammy Lopez and Fiona Howe Rudin. The musical, like the film, illuminates this crucial time in the lives of these young people. Filmmaker Alexandra Shiva said in an interview that she chose this age group-late teens to early twenties-because while autistic children get attention, those on the brink of becoming adults are often overlooked. The musical is dedicated in loving memory to Broadway legend Harold Prince, who was instrumental in its inception. Set at a counseling center in Columbus, “How to Dance in Ohio” follows seven autistic young adults as they come of age and find their ways in the world.Ĭreated by Jacob Yandura (music) and Rebekah Greer Melocik (book and lyrics) and directed by Sammi Cannold, this musical adaptation adheres closely to the documentary in narrative and spirit, and the cast will include autistic actors in the seven principal roles. We’ve all been through a lot, often in isolation, and we believe coming to Syracuse Stage to share experiences you can only enjoy through live performance is the perfect way to connect, and reconnect, with each other.”įirst up is “How to Dance in Ohio,” a heart-filled new musical, based on the Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name that explores what it means to belong, the courage it takes to put yourself out in the world and the universal need to connect. It celebrates the fun, the mystery and yes, sometimes the heartbreak of connections made and missed. “At Syracuse Stage, we’ve selected a new season that celebrates our need to connect. It’s what I’ve missed most these past two years: connecting with friends, connecting with family, connecting with one another,” says Artistic Director Robert Hupp. 21, 2022-Jand includes the world premiere musical “How to Dance in Ohio,” Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” the East Coast premiere of “Clean/Espejos,” “Our Town,” the world premiere of Kyle Bass’ “Tender Rain,” and “Clue.” Subscription packages are on sale now at or at the Box Office, 315.443.3275. The six show subscription season runs Sept. It is a season filled with enjoyment and opportunities to experience an intriguing variety of live theater. Two world premieres, two musicals, cutting edge contemporary drama, a beloved American classic and a mystery/comedy make 2022/2023 a season to reconnect with great theater at Syracuse Stage.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |