Phoenix Community Theatre

BRIGHT STAR

Performance dates: July 17, 18 at 7:30,  July 23 – 25 at 7:30 & July 26 at 3:00

Directed by Julie Martin – JulieGaleMartin@gmail.com
Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.
Alice Murphy – Elle Mark Erickson
Jimmy Ray Dobbs – Elijah Hager
Billy Cane – Thomas Doig
Margo – Alison Metzen
Mama Murphy – Jessica Edwards
Daddy Murphy – Ryan Slusher
Mayor Dobbs – Christopher Ness
Daddy Cane – David Oakes
Lucy – Grace Storm
Daryl – Cole Marks
Stanford – Presley Wheelock
Max – Jackson Odman
Edna – Allison Callstrom
Florence – Amelia Reinitz

Government Clerk – Helene Olson-Reed

Doctor – Bob Lawrence
Spirits – Daphne Bell, Allison Callstrom,
Mya Petersen
Ensemble: River Christiansen,
Bailyn Flattum, Jaylen Hoffman,
Zoe Anna Lohman
Director: Julie Martin
Vocal Director: Gretchen Anderson
Musical Director: Rob Schmidtke
Choreographer: Ashleigh Mason
Set Design: Jeffrey Chalmers
Costume Design: Dace Miller,
Vivian Ostendorf
Stage Managers: Amanda Anderson, Marcy Watzl
Lights: Samuel Betcher
Props: Min MartinOakes
Musicians:
Guitar – Derek Braend
Mandolin – Ethan Krotz
Keyboard – Kristina Larson
Fiddle – Mike Larson
Cello – Londyn Overlander
Banjo – Warren Sampson
Viola – Annalise Smith
Keyboard – Daniel Tollefson,
Bass – Grayson Wilson-Cacciapalle,
Percussion – Michaela Woods

If you are interested in auditioning for future productions or know someone, please email

 Phoenix Theatre Chair:  Marcy Watzl

    volunteer@sheldontheatre.org

Use subject line: Phoenix Theatre

Grow your skills. Build connections. Make great theatre and great memories together!
Opportunities for:

  • Actors
  • Directors
  • Designers
  • Technicians
  • Administration
  • Marketing
  • Musicians
  • …and so much more.

What talents do you bring? You are welcome at Phoenix Theatre. Ask us how you can get involved.

Phoenix Theatre Executive Board:

Marcy Watzl             Chair

Min MartinOakes      Vice Chair

Ben Manning            Secretary

Helene Olson-Reed  Past Chair

For More Information

Phoenix Theatre Chair:
Marcy Watzl
Email: volunteer@sheldontheatre.org
Use subject line: Phoenix Theatre

“My experience has been nothing short of incredible. The music, the message, and the people I worked with have changed me, and will always hold a special place in my heart.”

– Phoenix Theatre, Hairspray cast member

Experience the joy of making theatre together, building relationships, growing skills, having fun and shaping a stronger community along the way! All experience levels, and all areas of interest, on and off stage, are welcome.

 Phoenix Theatre made its debut on October 21,1993 with a production of Hart and Kaufman’s comedy, You Can’t Take It With You, directed by Greg Nixon. Since then, the Sheldon’s resident community theatre company has staged 100+ and counting productions, involving over 1,000 performers. directors, designers, and collaborators in the great American tradition of community theatre. Phoenix Theatre offers a supportive home for learning and growth in and through the performing arts for people of all levels of skill.

Beginning in 2001, the annual Phoenix Theatre Star Award has been presented to a Phoenix Theatre community member who has made continual outstanding contributions. The award is presented at Phoenix Theatre’s Extravaganza and the recipient’s name is engraved on a plaque which hangs in the Sheldon Theatre Green Room.

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