The Civility Of Albert Cashier, A New Musical
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The Colony Theatre Presents The Reel Red Entertainment Production Of The Civility Of Albert Cashier A New Musical | Book By Jay Paul Deratany | Music By Coyote Joe Stevens & Keaton Wooden | Lyrics By Stevens, Wooden And Deratany | Directed By Richard Israel | Choreographed By Hayden J Frederick | Musical Direction By Anthony Lucca & Anthony Zediker
A new musical from Reel Red Entertainment, The Civility of Albert Cashier begins previews this weekend at The Colony Theatre, presented by Heather Provost, Producing Artistic Director in association with producers Christine Russell (Broadway’s Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and Head Over Heels), Robert Ulrich (Ulrich/Dawson/Kritzer Casting), and Jay Paul Deratany. Winner of the 2018 Jeff Award for Best New Musical, the show has a book by Jay Paul Deratany, music by Coyote Joe Stevens & Keaton Wooden and lyrics by Stevens, Wooden, and Deratany. This developmental production will be directed by Richard Israel and choreographed by Hayden J Frederick. Anthony Lucca and Anthony Zediker serve as musical directors. Preview performances begin Saturday, August 31st with the official open on September 7th, running through September 22nd. See The Colony Theatre website for details.
In August of 1862, Private Albert Cashier enlisted in the Union Army and fought valiantly during the Civil War, until being honorably discharged on August 17, 1865, at which point he received a military pension in recognition of his service. But there was more to Albert than most people knew … he had a secret …. this heroic American soldier was born Jennifer Hodgers.
The cast features: Josh Adamson, Cameron J. Armstrong, Tanner Berry, Evan Borboa, John Bucy, Cid Bullens, Brett Calo, Gabrielle Dahlen, Andrea Daveline, Lisa Dyson, Fatima El-Bashir, Michael Guarasci, Blake Jenner (Netflix’s What/If), Phillip J. Lewis, Jonah Robinson, and Dani Shay (America’s Got Talent).
Scenic design is by Mark Mendelson, lighting design is by Andrew Schmedake, costume design is by Rebecca Carr, and sound design is by Robert Ramirez. Projection design is by Gabrieal Griego, properties designer is Michael O’Hara, and assistant director is Aaron Camitses. General manager is Matthew Herrmann, production stage manager is Shawna Voragen, rehearsal stage manager is Crispy Carrillo-Dono, and assistant stage manager is Austin Fresh. The Colony Theatre technical manager is Julian Reneaud. Casting is by Robert Ulrich, Daniel Schwab, and Brendan Rodriguez.
Colony Theatre Producing Artistic Director Heather Provost, “We are thrilled to be part of the telling of this incredible story and proud to support the development of new works.” Producer Christine Russell said, “Before getting involved with a project, my first question is always ‘why should this exist in the world? Is it meaningful, will it impact lives, will it enlighten people, will it nurture our souls?’ And with The Civility of Albert Cashier, the answer was a clear ‘yes’ on all fronts. I’m proud and excited to bring Albert’s story to life.” And co-composer Coyote Joe Stevens said, “Albert’s life matters personally to me. I see myself in his story. But it is more than my story. It’s a story about veterans. About war. About young people. About autonomy and privacy. And about an unlikely person, the way he found his way in the world, and the people who became his family.”
The admission price for previews is $45. For regular performances, admission is $55. A limited number of opening night seats are available for $75 (includes a post-performance reception). Tickets may be purchased online at www.colonytheatre.org. The Colony Theatre is located at 555 N. Third Street (between Cyprus and Magnolia) in Burbank, 91502. Free onsite parking is available.
*Special thanks to Ken Werther PR
Theatre Sage…Dinner and a Show
Gitana, one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in Burbank specializes in Middle Eastern fusion and is a pioneer in hookah lounges. Gitana is a short walk from the Colony Theatre and is open late with indoor and patio dining. See a show, take a stroll and remember, life is unpredictable, desert is necessary… order the Nutella Pizza.
