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Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to 30 years!
Sitting in this beautiful red rock canyon, I am in awe of all that has transpired in this magnificent space. Just considering the natural wonders that shaped these mountains is enough to give one pause. But when I think of the growth we’ve seen in the last 30 years as a theater—from Tuacahn’s inspired, but more humble beginnings, to the spectacular productions that grace this stage night after night—there are just so many stories to share.
This season we’re continuing our remarkable 30-year tradition by offering some of our fan-favorites, including Disney’s The Little Mermaid, The Wizard of Oz and Newsies in the Outdoor Amphitheatre, and later in the season Elf the Musical and Million Dollar Quartet in the Indoor Hafen Theatre.
At Tuacahn, we are so proud of the quality we provide; truly it is second to none. As a unionized theater, both backstage and onstage, we bring Broadwayveteran actors together with regional talent, world-class directors and scenery and special effects that can’t be executed anywhere else, at a price that is roughly one-third of many national tours.
Perhaps even more remarkable are the memories we are helping to create for families. This year, we can’t wait for you to experience a lineup of familiar stories, told with a fresh approach. We think you’re going to love it!
Here’s to the next 30 years!
Sincerely,
Scott S. Anderson
Producing Artistic Director
Al Manbeian
Founding member of GPS Capital Markets, INC
Brad Kofford CEO and President of Community Controls
Cliff & Pam Holt Utah Family Pharmacies - CEO
Cydney Quinn National Abilities Center - Board Member
Daniel Gomez
Gomez Corp Financial Advisory & Insurance - President
Derek Miller
Salt Lake Chamber - President & CEO
Elaine Davis
Founding supporter of Southern Virginia University as well as Tuacahn
Elisabeth Bingham Intermountain Health Governing Board Member
Gary & Connie Schultz Tuacahn Super Fans
Gary Porter
Deseret Management CorporationSenior Vice President
Gifford & Wendy Nielsen
Emeritus General Authority of the LDS Church
Howard Headlee Utah Bankers Association - President & CEO
Jeff & Sally Burningham Peak Capital - Founder & Chairman
Jeff Danley Founder & CIO, Peak Capital Partners
Jeremy Hafen Clyde Companies - President & CEO
John Cottam Chairman Industrial Brush Corporation
Julie Cook A Founder of doTERRA
Lowry Snow
Snow Jensen & Reece - Senior Shareholder
Michael Johanson
BYU Alumni Association BoardExecutive Director
Mike Ballard Camino Verde Group - Co-Founder
Milt & Heidi Shipp Co-Founder of DAI and Candlelight Homes
Mindy Smoot Robins Owner/Artistic Director of Utah COPA (Conservatory of Performing Arts), Tuacahn and Broadway tour performer.
Pat Jones Women’s Leadership Institute - CEO
Ray Pickup
WCF Insurance Board - Former President & CEO
Robert Clark Parr Brown Gee & Loveless - Attorney
Scott Anderson Non-Executive Chairman at Zions Bank
Shane Keyvani Salt Lake Valley Auto Group - CEO
Sharlene Wells
Mountain America Credit UnionSenior VP of Public Relations
Skyler & McCall Payne J.P. Morgan Private Bank - Investment Advisor
Stuart Call Origin Legal - Attorney
Suzanne Smith Tuacahn’s Biggest Fan
Terry & Lynne Buckner The Buckner Company - President & CEO
Terry Grant AltaBank - President & CEO
Tony Divino Tony Divino Toyota - Owner
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Travis & Holly Wilkinson
Wilkinson Electric - Chairman & CEO
West Allen
Howard & Howard - Attorney
Yahosh Bonner
Renowned Performer with The Bonner Family
Craig Zwick
Former president and CEO of Zwick
Construction and General Authority Seventy emeritus
Lisa Wardle
Director of Executive Leadership & Development at Nike
David & Stephanie Brager
Brager Family Foundation
Jerry Atkin
Board Chair of Sky West Airlines and former CEO and President
Fred & Anne-Marie Lampropoulos
CEO of Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
Brandon & Kristen Fugal
Chairman of Colliers International
Jeff & Nancy Flamm
Mentor and CEO of Infinite Mind
Scott S. Anderson
Kevin M. Smith
PRODUCING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR EXECUTIVE PRODUCER presents Tuacahn’s Production of
Disney’s
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Glenn Slater
Book by Doug Wright
Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker & Ron Clements.
Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions
Orchestrations by Danny Troob
Incidental Music & Vocal Arrangements by Michael Kosarin
Dance Arrangements by David Chase
Kelsey Lee Smith and James Everts
And With
Eric B. Anthony Jackson Beeson Nick Berninger Julie Cardia Stephen Diaz Fred Inkley Randal Keith Davey Burton Midkiff Hudson Sullivan Alec Talbott
Charles Antenen Jacob Beaver Jillian Butler Andre Darnell Myers Bella DePaola Harley James Dixon Delaney Gold Mariel Harris Hannah Hubbard Jackson Hurt Hailey Rose Kasky Abby Linderman Mollie-Claire Matthews Ameena McKenzie
Mallorie Mendoza Kayden Oliver Daryn Polzin Andy Richardson Anthony Savino
Jack Taylor Reese Wheeler Scott Whipple
Scenic & Lighting Design PAUL BLACK
Puppets Designer SCOTT MOLAMPY
Company Manager ZOE BAIRD
Costume Design
ROBIN L. MCGEE
Associate Artistic Producer SHARI JORDAN
Sound Design JOSH LIEBERT
Projection Design BRAD PETERSON
Director of Production JEFF MILLER
Stage Managers Production
Stage Manager A.J. SULLIVAN
HOLLEY HOUSEWRIGHT
JEFF NORMAN
Hair & Make-Up Design JEFF KNAGGS
Technical Director TROY MCGEE
Assistant Stage Manager CHLOE GROTHEER
Flying Sequences Choreographed by PAUL RUBIN
Music Supervision & Direction by CHRISTOPHER BABBAGE
Choreographed by
MARA NEWBERY GREER
Directed by
Flying by Foy
Associate Choreographer CAITLIN BELCIK
Casting WOJCIK CASTING TEAM
Sponsored by Terry & Lynne Buckner Family Foundation, George S. & Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, and Zions Bank DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID Is presented through
(MTI).
Ariel KELSEY LEE SMITH*
Ursula...................................................................................................................................... JULIE CARDIA*
Sebastian ........................................................................................................................ ERIC B. ANTHONY*
Prince Eric JAMES EVERTS*
Scuttle DAVEY BURTON MIDKIFF*
King Triton .............................................................................................................................. FRED INKLEY*
Flounder ................................................................................ JACKSON BEESON and HUDSON SULLIVAN
Grimsby RANDAL KEITH*
Flotsam
ALEC TALBOTT
Jetsam STEPHEN DIAZ*
Chef Louis ........................................................................................................................ NICK BERNINGER*
Adella MALLORIE MENDOZA
Allana JILLIAN BUTLER*
Andrina DELANEY GOLD*
Aquata ........................................................................................................................... ABBY LINDERMAN*
Arista HANNAH HUBBARD
Atina BELLA DEPAOLA
ERIC B. ANTHONY*, JACOB BEAVER, NICK BERNINGER*, JILLIAN BUTLER*,
JULIE CARDIA*, BELLA DEPAOLA, STEPHEN DIAZ*, HARLEY JAMES DIXON, JAMES EVERTS*, DELANEY GOLD*, MARIEL HARRIS, HANNAH HUBBARD, JACKSON HURT*, FRED INKLEY*, RANDAL KEITH*, ABBY LINDERMAN*, MOLLIE-CLAIRE MATTHEWS, AMEENA MCKENZIE, MALLORIE MENDOZA, DAVEY BURTON MIDKIFF*, ANDRE DARNELL MYERS*,KAYDEN OLIVER, ANDY RICHARDSON*, ANTHONY SAVINO, JACK TAYLOR, REESE WHEELER
CHARLES ANTENEN, HAILEY ROSE KASKY, DARYN POLZIN, SCOTT WHIPPLE* Dance Captain – SCOTT WHIPPLE* Assistant Dance Captain – DARYN POLZIN
Understudies never substitute for listed players unless a specific announcement for the appearance is made at the time of the performance.
Grimsby: STEPHEN DIAZ*, Prince Eric: JACKSON HURT*, King Triton: RANDAL KEITH*, Ariel: ABBY LINDERMAN*, Ursula: AMEENA MCKENZIE, Sebastian: ANDRE DARNELL MYERS*, Chef Louis: ANDY RICHARDSON*, Flotsam/Jetsam: ANTHONY SAVINO, Scuttle: ALEC TALBOTT, Jetsam: SCOTT WHIPPLE*
*Indicates a member of the Actors’ Equity Association. The union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States.
Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.
ACT I
Overture Orchestra
“The World Above” .................................................................................................................................. Ariel
“Daughters of Triton”..................................................................................................................... Mersisters
“Fathoms Below”
Pilot, Sailors, Eric, Grimsby
“If Only” (Ariel’s Lament) King Triton
“Daddy’s Little Angel” ............................................................................................. Ursula, Flotsam, Jetsam
“Part of Your World” ................................................................................................................................ Ariel Storm at Sea Orchestra
“Part of Your World” Reprise Ariel
“She’s in Love” ................................................................................................................Mersisters, Flounder
“Her Voice” ..................................................................................................................................... Prince Eric
“Under the Sea” Sebastian, Sea Creatures
“If Only” (Triton’s Lament) Ariel
“Sweet Child” Flotsam, Jetsam
“Poor Unfortunate Souls” ..................................................................................................................... Ursula
Entr’acte
Orchestra
“Positoovity” Scuttle, Gulls
“Beyond My Wildest Dreams” .................................................................................... Ariel, Maids, Grimsby
“Les Poissons”*
“Les Poissons”* Reprise
Chef Louis
Chef Louis, Chefs
“Daddy’s Little Angel” Reprise Ursula, Flotsam, Jetsam
“Kiss the Girl”* .................................................................................................................Sebastian, Animals
“If Only” (Quartet)
Ariel, Eric, Sebastian, King Triton
“The Contest” Grimsby, Princesses
“Poor Unfortunate Souls” Reprise Ursula
“Finale Ultimo” .............................................................................. King Triton, Ariel, Ensemble, Prince Eric
Music by Alan Menken
*Lyrics by Howard Ashman
Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater
All other lyrics by Glenn Slater
Music Director: Christopher Babbage
Associate Music Director/Keyboard 1: Daniel Mollett
Assistant Music Director/Keyboard 3: Alex Huff
Keyboard 2: Gary Bogers Jr.
Reed 1: (Flute, Piccolo, Alto Flute, Clarinet)
Tereasa Payne
Reed 2: (Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet) Simon Hutchings
Reed 3: (Flute, Clarinet, Bs. Clarinet, Soprano
Sax, Tenor Sax) Tanner Dawson
Trumpet 1: (Trumpet, Piccolo Trumpet, Flugelhorn) Jared Nicholson
Trumpet 2: (Trumpet, Flugelhorn) Amy Paterson
Horn: David Lintz
Trombone: (Trombone, Bass Trombone) Jay Nygaard
Violin 1: Tara Tichenor
Violin 2: Linda Ghidossi-DeLuca
Cello: Tracie Price
Bass: (Acoustic, Electric, Fretless)
Abby Singer-Miller
Drums: Glenn Webb
Percussion: Rowena Webb
Music Supervisor: Christopher Babbage
Music Coordinator/Keyboard Programming: Tracie Price
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Founded in 1991, Tuacahn Center for the Arts is Utah’s largest professional 501(c)(3) non-profit theatre. Our mission is to edify and inspire the human spirit through professional worldclass, family friendly entertainment and an unparalleled artistic and educational experience that matches the majesty of our canyon.
Each season, Tuacahn’s cast features top-tier talent selected from thousands of auditions nationwide. Over half are members of the Actors’ Equity Association, representing the best in American theatre.
As a community asset, Tuacahn entertains more than 350,000 patrons each year - acting as an economic engine by generating an annual impact of more than $150 million.
For three decades, Tuacahn has stood as a testament to the generosity and vision of our founders, Gail and the late Hyrum Smith. With deep appreciation, we honor all they made possible.
Scott S. Anderson
PRODUCING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Kevin M. Smith
Tuacahn’s Production of
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard Orchestration by Larry Willcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Mollie-Claire Matthews
Eric B. Anthony Nick Berninger Davey Burton Midkiff Jillian Butler Julie Cardia Fred Inkley Randal Keith
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER presents And With
Charles Antenen Jacob Beaver Andre Darnell Myers Bella DePaola Stephen Diaz Harley James Dixon James Everts Delaney Gold Mariel Harris Hannah Hubbard Jackson Hurt Hailey Rose Kasky Abby Linderman Ameena McKenzie
Mallorie Mendoza Kayden Oliver Daryn Polzin Andy Richardson Anthony Savino Kelsey Lee Smith Alec Talbott Jack Taylor Reese Wheeler Scott Whipple
Scenic Design
NATE BERTONE
Costume Design RYAN MOLLER
Puppets Designer SCOTT MOLAMPY
Company Manager ZOE BAIRD
Lighting Design DALTON HAMILTON
Associate Artistic Producer SHARI JORDAN
Production Stage Manager JEFF NORMAN
Sound Design JOSH LIEBERT
Director of Production JEFF MILLER
Stage Managers
HOLLEY HOUSEWRIGHT
A.J. SULLIVAN
Projection Design BRYCE CUTLER
Technical Directors TROY MCGEE
Assistant Stage Manager CHLOE GROTHEER
Flying Sequences Choreographed by PAUL RUBIN
Music Direction by DANIEL MOLLETT
Choreographed by
Directed by ROBBIE ROBY
MICHAEL HEITZMAN
Flying by Foy
Hair & Make-Up Design
BOBBIE ZLOTNIK
Associate Director/Choreographer JOSH ZACHER
Casting WOJCIK CASTING TEAM
Dorothy MOLLIE-CLAIRE MATTHEWS
Toto MR. BAUM
Aunt Em / Glinda ................................................................................................................
JILLIAN BUTLER*
Uncle Henry / Emerald City Guard RANDAL KEITH* Zeke / Cowardly Lion
NICK BERNINGER*
Hickory / Tinman DAVEY BURTON MIDKIFF*
Hunk / Scarecrow ...........................................................................................................
ERIC B. ANTHONY*
Miss Gulch / The Wicked Witch of the West ........................................................................ JULIE CARDIA*
Professor Marvel / The Wizard of Oz FRED INKLEY*
CHARLES ANTENEN, ERIC B. ANTHONY*, NICK BERNINGER*, JILLIAN BUTLER*, JULIE CARDIA*, ANDRE DARNELL MYERS*, BELLA DEPAOLA, STEPHEN DIAZ*, HARLEY JAMES DIXON, JAMES EVERTS*, HANNAH HUBBARD, JACKSON HURT*, FRED INKLEY*, HAILEY ROSE KASKY, RANDAL KEITH*, ABBY LINDERMAN*, AMEENA MCKENZIE, MALLORIE MENDOZA, KAYDEN OLIVER, DARYN POLZIN, ANDY RICHARDSON*, ANTHONY SAVINO, KELSEY LEE SMITH*, ALEC TALBOTT, REESE WHEELER, SCOTT WHIPPLE*
Swings
JACOB BEAVER, DELANEY GOLD*, MARIEL HARRIS, JACK TAYLOR Dance Captain – DELANEY GOLD* Assistant Dance Captain – ANTHONY SAVINO
Understudies
Understudies never substitute for listed players unless a specific announcement for the appearance is made at the time of the performance.
Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch: BELLA DEPAOLA, Marvel / Oz: RANDAL KEITH*, Aunt Em / Glinda: ABBY LINDERMAN*, Hunk / Scarcrow: ANDRE DARNELL MYERS*, Hickory / Tinman: ALEC TALBOTT, Zeke / Lion: SCOTT WHIPPLE*, Henry / Guard: STEPHEN DIAZ*, Dorothy: KELSEY LEE SMITH*
*Indicates a member of the Actors’ Equity Association. The union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States.
THE VIDEOTAPING OR MAKING OF ELECTRONIC OR OTHER AUDIO AND/OR VISUAL RECORDINGS OF THIS PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTING RECORDINGS OR STREAMS IN ANY MEDIUM, INCLUDING THE INTERNET, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED, A VIOLATION OF THE AUTHOR(S)’S RIGHTS AND ACTIONABLE UNDER UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT LAW. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: https://concordtheatricals.com/resources/protecting-artists
Overture.......................................................................................................................................... Orchestra
“Over the Rainbow” .......................................................................................................................... Dorothy
The Cyclone .................................................................................................................................... Orchestra
“Munchkinland Sequence”
“Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead”
Glinda, Dorothy, Munchkins, Ensemble
Glinda, Dorothy, Munchkins,Ensemble "Yellow Brick Road" Munchkins, Ensemble
“If I Only Had a Brain” Scarecrow, Dorothy, Crows "We're Off to See the Wizard" Dorothy, Scarecrow
“If I Only Had a Heart” Tinman, Dorothy, Trees “We’re Off to See the Wizard .......................................................................... Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman “Lions, Tigers and Bears” ................................................................................. Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman
“If I Only Had the Nerve” ........................................................ Cowardly Lion, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman
“We’re Off to See the Wizard” ................................................ Cowardly Lion, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman "Poppies"
Entr’acte
Glinda, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Lion, Poppies, Ensemble
Glinda, Ensemble, Orchestra
“Merry Old Land of Oz” Gate Guard, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion and Ozians
“King of the Forest” Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion “March of the Winkies” .................................................................................................................... Winkies
“Winkies March” Reprise.................................................................................................................. Winkies
“Over the Rainbow” Reprise ............................................................................................................. Dorothy “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead” Reprise .......................................................................................... Winkies Finale Ensemble, Orchestra
Music Director: Daniel Mollett
Associate Music Director/Keyboard 1: Alex Huff
Keyboard 2: Gary Bogers Jr.
Keyboard 3: Tami Creamer
Reed 1: (Flute, Piccolo, Alto Flute, Recorder)
Tereasa Payne
Reed 2: (Oboe, English Horn, Alto Sax) Simon Hutchings
Reed 3: (Clarinet, E-flat Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax)
Tanner Dawson
Trumpet 1: (Trumpet, Flugelhorn) Jared Nicholson
Trumpet 2: (Trumpet, Flugelhorn) Amy Paterson
Horn: David Lintz
Trombone: Tanner Deal
Violin 1: Julie Valadez
Violin 2: Linda Ghidossi-DeLuca
Cello: Tracie Price
Bass: Abby Singer-Miller
Drums/Percussion: Glenn Webb
Music Supervisor: Christopher Babbage
Music Coordinator/Keyboard Programming: Tracie Price Orchestrations Adapted by Matthew Croft
JAN 30 - MAR 7, 2026
Roles listed as The Little Mermaid: M | The Wizard of Oz: O
CHARLES ANTENEN (M: Swing | O: Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his Tuacahn debut this summer with such an incredible cast and team! Originally from Atlanta, GA, Charles is a proud graduate of Florida State’s MT program - go Noles! National Tours: Peter Pan (Tootles, Peter Pan u/s), Regional: Cats, Kinky Boots, 42nd Street, Jersey Boys (MTWichita). He would like to thank Craig and the Wojcik casting team for their trust and support. Instagram: @charles_antenen
ERIC B ANTHONY*
(M: Sebastian | O: Scarecrow)
Stage Raw, Ovation, NAACP Theatre, BroadwayWorld, Eddon, Scenie, YoungArts, and ACT-SO Award recipient. Proud AEA, SAG-AFTRA, and NAACP member. Broadway: Mary Poppins; Hairspray; The Lion King. Off-Broadway/ Regional: Ain’t Misbehavin’; Jelly’s Last Jam; THREE; For the Love of a Glove; Bronco Billy – The Musical; Five Guys Named Moe; Merrily We Roll Along; Midsummer Night; Recorded in Hollywood; Kiss Me, Kate; Dreamgirls; The Producers; The Wiz; Rent; Sophisticated Ladies; Damn Yankees; Grand Hotel; Bye Bye Birdie; Golden Boy; Fame; The Difficulty of Crossing a Field; bonded; Something Happened. Film: I’ll Be Watching; Coffee House Chronicles; Waiting in the Wings. TV: Encore!; The Affair; Tosh.0. “Gratitude to my supportive family and friends, for the unconditional love. Glory to GOD for everything!” @EricBAnthony #IlluminatingHumanity
JACOB BEAVER (M: Ensemble | O: Swing) is thrilled to be joining Tuacahn for the first time this season! Jacob grew up in Orange County, CA where he started performing in musicals, at Mission Viejo High School, and competing in local dance competitions. Then, perusing a career in dance, he moved to Los Angeles and trained with Lume Dance. He has worked a variety of jobs doing music videos, musical theatre, cruise ships, circus, and more. Some of his recent projects being with La Opera, and Odyssey Dance Theatre. Jacob has also started a career in choreography. He has choreographed for Knotts
Berry Farm, LA Ghoulz, and pop artist Gianni. Jacob is excited to grow as a performer and artist here at Tuacahn.
JACKSON BEESON (M: Flounder | O: Munchkin) is so excited to be making his Tuacahn debut! Jackson is originally from Arizona and in the 7th grade. He also studies dance, piano, guitar, and beat boxes! Some of his favorite past roles include Oliver! (Artful Dodger, TheaterWorks), Little Mermaid (Flounder, ABT), Les Misérables (Gavroche, SYT), Newsies Jr (Les, IE), Lion King Jr (Young Simba, IE), Matilda Jr (Bruce, IE), and Secret Garden (Colin, Inspire Theatre). A special thank you to the entire Tuacahn team (these guys are ALL amazing!!) for this incredible experience! “To my family, vocal coaches, teachers and everyone who supports me and helps make my dreams come true… Thank you!! @jbeeson12
NICK BERNINGER* (M: Chef Louis | O: Lion/Zeke) is thrilled to be joining Tuacahn this season! Born and raised in Wayne, New Jersey, and a graduate of University of Cincinnati - CCM. Regional: Sweeney Todd (MUNY), Elf The Musical (Ogunquit), Carousel (Riverside), School of Rock (NJ Regional Premiere). TV: The Blacklist (NBC), Poker Face (Peacock), Growing Up (Disney+). Other favorite productions include A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (The D’Ysquith Family), Cabaret (Emcee) South Pacific (Billis), Jesus Christ Superstar (Annas) Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular (Genie). Proud member of AEA and SAG-AFTRA. Many thanks to his team at Henderson Hogan. Special thanks to his friends and family.
JILLIAN BUTLER* (M: Mersister, Ensemble | O: Glinda/Aunt Em) Jillian Butler couldn’t be happier to be back at Tuacahn where she last played Mrs.Cratchit in A Christmas Carol. Nat’l Tours: Les Misérables (Cosette), Wicked (Glinda/Nessarose u/s), Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (1st Nat’l). Regional Credits: Jekyll & Hyde (Emma Carew/WPPAC), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Cynthia Weil/ WPPAC), Shrek (North Shore Music Theatre), A Christmas Story (Papermill Playhouse), A
Chorus Line (Maggie/SRT). BFA from The Boston Conservatory. Jillian is a Licensed Esthetician and proud dance teacher with Tutu Schools around Manhattan and Brooklyn New York when not performing. Endless gratitude and many thanks to the incredible creative teams, Wojcik Casting, Shari Jordan, DGRW and her family and friends for their unconditional love and support. IG: Jillian__Butler
JULIE CARDIA* (M: Ursula | O: Gulch/Witch) is excited to be part of the 30th season at Tuacahn Amphitheatre, where she’s grateful to contribute to its rich legacy of artistry. Her National Tour credits include Cameron Mackintosh’s Les Misérables (Broadway Revival), the Roundabout Theatre’s 1776 Revival, the 30th Anniversary tour of Annie (with Kathy Lee Gifford at Madison Square Garden), The Wizard of Oz, and The Music Man: In Concert, starring the iconic Shirley Jones. Julie is proud to have been part of the original cast of Frozen at the Hyperion Theatre at Disneyland’s California Adventure, and is no stranger to the magic of Disney musicals. On the regional stage, she’s performed at The Kennedy Center, Sacramento Music Circus, Ogunquit Playhouse, The REV Theatre, Stages St. Louis, TUTS, TOTS, Musical Theatre West, Pittsburgh CLO, and Kansas City Starlight. A proud MFA Graduate from Cal State University, Fullerton, Julie is grateful for the support of her family, especially Mickey, Janna and Ellie. Follow her journey at @juliecardia @thecardiatwins or visit www.juliecardia.com
BELLA DEPAOLA (M: Mersister, Ensemble | O: Ensemble, u/s Wicked Witch/Gulch) is thrilled to be a part of The Tuacahn Summer Season! She is so excited to be back after performing in A Christmas Carol at The Hafen Theater. Past credits include Newsies (Jojo) at The Rev Theatre Co., A Chorus Line (Val), 42nd Street (Anytime Annie/Dance Captain), and Godspell (Turn Back O’Man/Dance Captain) at The Mac-Haydn Theatre. She is a graduate of Pace University’s Musical Theatre and Commercial Dance Programs. Bella would love to thank the team at Boals, Winnett, & Associates, and her parents for supporting her along her journey. Keep up with her instagram for future adventures: @belladepaola
STEPHEN DIAZ* (M: Jetsam, u/s Grimsby | O: Ensemble, u/s Uncle Henry) Broadway: West Side Story (dir. Arthur Laurents), Matilda (Tour: US&Canada), Radio City Spectacular (dir. Linda Haberman). Regional Theatre: Tuacahn Amphitheater (Prince of Egypt, Hunchback, Tarzan), Disney Hyperion Theatre CA (Aladdin: Musical SpectacularAladdin), 5th Avenue Seattle (A Chorus Line - Paul), The Muny (dir. Chris Bailey), Maltz Jupiter FL (dir. Denis Jones), North Shore Musical Theatre MA (choreo. Mara Newbery Greer), North Carolina Theatre (dir. Eric Woodall), The Drury Lane Chicago (The Little Mermaid - Triton u/s). Dance Companies: Ballet X, Connecticut Ballet, Northwest Dance Project, Stephen Petronio. Pianist/Conductor at Vanguard University, UC Irvine, various Performing Arts Schools. Photo by Ryan Hunt. As always, Thank You Mara.
HARLEY JAMES DIXON (M: Ensemble | O : Ensemble) is excited to be making his Tuacahn Summer Broadway Season Debut! His diverse career has included performances at the White House, on television shows like “The View”, being in the inaugural cast of the Disney Wish, and releasing his new single “Exercising Restraint” as a recording artist. His mission as an artist is to fully immerse audiences and expand storytelling to include underrepresented voices. You can connect with him on social media platforms by following @Harleyjamesdixon
JAMES EVERTS* (M: Prince Eric | O: Ensemble) is so excited to be back at Tuacahn this season! He is originally from Salt Lake City, Utah and is a graduate from AMDA College of the Performing Arts. Recent Credits Include: Jersey Boys (B&B), Anastasia/ Frozen/Jersey Boys (Tuacahn ‘24), Sweeney Todd (ANW), and Spring Awakening (EWP). James wants to thank his family, DDO, and his partner Arianna for their endless support. Find him @jamesfeverts.
DELANEY GOLD* (M: Mersister, Ensemble | O: Swing, Dance Captain) is ecstatic to be performing in the Canyon for the first time! A few favorite credits include: the 1st National Tour of Tootsie the Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Hairspray at Music Theatre Wichita, Spamalot at Studio Tenn, Evita at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, and West Side Story at A.D Players Houston. Delaney is originally from the great city of Spokane, WA and now resides in The Big Apple- NYC! So much gratitude to God, her family and friends, and especially her dad, Kent Gold, who made so many sacrifices to help her achieve her dreams. “To be an artist means to approach the light, to let go our control, to allow ourselves to be placed with absolute faith in that which is greater than we are.” - Madeline L’Engle || Hebrews 12:1 || @laneygold7
MARIEL HARRIS (M: Ensemble | O: Swing) is thrilled to be making her Tuacahn debut! Past theatre credits include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (dance captain, Veruca U/S), Joseph…Dreamcoat (Apache Dancer), Matilda (dance/ stunt captain), On The Town, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Head Over Heels, and Radamisto. Mariel is a performer, choreographer, and teacher based in NYC and Seattle. She is a long-time company member with Sean Curran Company and has performed at venues such as BAM, Lincoln Center, John F. Kennedy Center, and the Joyce. She is an adjunct faculty member at NYU Tisch School of the Arts for dance. Training: NYU, Joffrey Ballet School, and LINES Ballet. When she is not on stage or teaching, Mariel can be found making adorable ceramics at Sunroom Ceramics. Endless thanks to Tuacahn and her supportive family and friends! IG: @marielharris.
HANNAH HUBBARD (M: Mersister, Ensemble | O: Ensemble) is so excited to make her Tuacahn debut this season! Some of her favorite credits include; Frozen (Fulton Theatre), Something Rotten (Maine State Music Theatre), and Beautiful (Arrow Rock Lyceum). When she’s not performing you can find Hannah reading poolside, listening to her favorite band Phony Ppl, or playing a new game on her switch.
Hannah would like to thank her Mom, Dad, friends, family, PM the agency, Ryno and her fur brother Kobe for their constant support. Follow me on instagram @h.hubs and enjoy the show!
JACKSON HURT* (M: Ensemble, u/s Prince Eric | O: Ensemble) is thrilled to be in the canyon making his debut at Tuacahn! Tour: Elf (2024), My Fair Lady (2nd , 3rd Nat’l) Select Regional: Sound of Music, Memphis (The Lex), Cinderella (Aurora), Little Women, Grease, Little Mermaid (The Palace), Little Shop (Stage Right), Pippin, Mamma Mia (Cincinnati Landmark), Meet Me In St. Louis (Riverside CPA),
Hunchback of Notre Dame, Remus (The Carnegie), Oklahoma (The Prizery). Cruise: RCCL. Kentucky native, now living in NYC. All glory to God, and many thanks to his incredible wife, Evan, his family, and UIA Talent for their support. NKU BFA Alum. @jackson.hurt12. jacksonhurt.com Ephesians 6:16.
FRED INKLEY* (M: King Triton | O: Marvel/Oz) is thrilled to be making his Tuacahn debut.
BROADWAY: Les Misérables (Valjean - ’95 & ‘98); Annie (Drake/ FDR/Bert Healy); The Addams Family (Lurch/Mal); Company, Lincoln Center (Vocal Minority); A Tale of Two Cities (Stryver); The Boys from Syracuse (Sergeant); The Nutty Professor (Murray/Maury), Birdland; Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer, MSG (Yukon Cornelius); Kristina (Fredrik Mattsen).
TOUR: Anastasia (Count Leopold/Vlad); The Little Mermaid (King Triton), Beauty and the Beast (Beast - Helen Hayes/Jeff Awards nominations); Les Misérables (Valjean - Jeff Award nomination).
REGIONAL: Mamma Mia (Bill), Ogunquit & Gateway Playhouses; Ever After (Auguste), Paper Mill Playhouse; The Producers (Franz Liebkind), Bristol Riverside Theater; Les Misérables (Valjean), North Shore Music Theater [NETC nomination] & PCLO; Aida (Zoser), PCLO; Jekyll and Hyde (Jekyll/ Hyde), Ritz Theater; Footloose (Rev. Shaw Moore), Arrow Rock Lyceum; Boston Pops/Hyannis Pops by the Sea (Guest Artist). FILM/TV: Rob Peace; P.S. I Love You; Evil; Law & Order SVU; The Gilded Age; Succession; The Good Cop. Special thanks to my family for their years of unconditional love and support.
HAILEY ROSE KASKY (she/ her) (M: Swing | O: Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her Tuacahn debut this season! A ‘24 graduate from Point Park University, Hailey received her BFA in dance and a minor in musical theatre. Her most recent credits include Live Entertainment (Cedar Point), Grease (PMT), Newsies (Pittsburgh Playhouse), and several dance productions through the conservatory. Hailey would like to thank her parents, sisters, mentors, family and friends for always supporting her journey - I wouldn’t be the person I am today without your constant love and support. This one’s for you divas. @hailey.r.kasky
RANDAL KEITH* (M: Grimsby, u/s Triton | O: Henry/Guard, u/s Marvel/Oz) Randal Keith, a local favorite in Saint George, has dazzled audiences with his remarkable 22 shows since 2014. From iconic roles in The Little Mermaid and The Hunchback of Notre Dame to recent performances in A Christmas Carol, Frozen, and Jersey Boys, Keith has consistently captivated audiences. His portrayal of Jean Valjean in Les Misérables on Broadway and the National tour solidified his reputation. With over 3000 performances, his rendition left an indelible mark. He also played the Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera with the renowned 1st national touring company. After 16 years in Las Vegas, Keith has made Saint George his new home, showcasing his talents in Vegas productions like Spamalot, Phantom-The Las Vegas Spectacular, Steve Wynn’s Showstoppers, and BAZ Star-crossed Love. Randal Keith’s journey to Saint George exemplifies his dedication and passion for performing. Randal extends his heartfelt gratitude to Tuacahn for providing an opportunity to create unforgettable memories and feel like a cherished member of the community. He is grateful to call Tuacahn home.
ABBY LINDERMAN* (M: Mersister, Ensemble, u/s Ariel | O: Ensemble, u/s Glinda/Aunt Em) is thrilled to be making her Tuacahn debut telling stories about brave young people who believe a better world is possible. Speak up, take a stand, THAT’S how things get better! Select credits: Crazy For You (Sheila u/s Polly Baker), Frozen (Queen Iduna u/s Anna) at Ogunquit Playhouse; Mamma Mia! (Sophie), A Chorus Line (Maggie) at New London Barn Playhouse; Tangled: The Musical Developmental Lab (Rapunzel), Frozen Licensing Vocal Guide (Anna) for Disney Theatrical Group. Gratitude to her rockstar agents at BWA, Wojcik Casting, the team at Tuacahn Amphitheatre, and this summer’s creative teams. Big love to her family and her educators. Dedicated to her dearest friends and fellow actors who were there the night this came to be. They are her world and the bravest, boldest people she knows! Follow along @abby.linderman and abbylinderman.com Enjoy the show!
MOLLIE-CLAIRE MATTHEWS
(M: Ensemble | O: Dorothy)
Mollie-Claire is so excited to join Tuacahn’s 30th season. Her favorite credits include; International theater: The Sound of Music (Broadway Asia). Regional theater: The Sound of Music (Timberlake Playhouse), Crazy For You (Tent Theatre) and proud graduate of Missouri State University. She would like to thank her friends, family, God, and of course, her shih-tzu Elphaba for always supporting her. Psalm 118:24 @mollieclaire_catherine
AMEENA MCKENZIE
(M: Ensemble, u/s Ursula | O: Ensemble) is graciously excited to play Medda in Newsies, Ursula Understudy in The Little Mermaid and Ensemble in The Wizard of Oz. Her roles include Aida in Aida, Ms. Corry in Mary Poppins and Susan in Title of Show. Ameena studied Musical Theater at Florida School the Arts and Gainesville Theatre Alliance. When she’s not transforming on stage, Ameena enjoys karaoke and playing with her dog, Ebony. She wants to thank Tuacahn, her mom Donnet and her family for their continuous support!
MALLORIE MENDOZA
(M: Mersister, Ensemble | O: Ensemble) is a Musical Theatre graduate from the Manhattan School of Music and is so unbelievably grateful to be back at Tuacahn! Some of her past credits include Kinky Boots at Bucks County Playhouse, The Sound of Music, Memphis, and White Christmas at The Lexington Theatre Company, and Anastasia (Ensemble), Frozen (Ensemble), Jersey Boys (Swing/Dance Captain), and A Christmas Carol (Swing/Dance Captain) in the beautiful canyon last season! She’d like to thank her family for their constant support and Mara Newbery Greer for believing in her!
DAVEY BURTON MIDKIFF*
(M: Scuttle | O: Tinman) is overflowing with gratitude to be making their Tuacahn debut. Previous credits include Swing / u/s Jack Kelly in Newsies, Jesse Tuck in Tuck Everlasting, and Ensemble in ’Twas the Night Before Christmas at Casa Mañana, Henry / Dance Captain / Asst. Choreographer in Newsies at Lyric Stage, Nicely Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls, Bobby / Dance Captain in A Chorus Line, Featured Singer in Sophisticated Ladies, Ensemble in Hair, and Swing in The Wild Party at the University of Michigan. B.F.A. Musical Theatre; University of Michigan. Rep: The Talent House. Instagram: @daveyburtonmidkiff.
ANDRE DARNELL MYERS*
(M: Ensemble, u/s Sebastian | O: Ensemble, u/s Scarecrow) is very excited to be back at Tuacahn- previously seen in , Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, Hunchback, Aladdin, and Hairspray. Recently seen (Coastal Carolina Arts Center). Newsies (Musical Theatre West). National/ International Tours- Dreamgirls, Peter Pan, and Seussical. Regional: Hairspray (KC Starlight), Newsies (La Mirada), Hair, and Chicago Disneyland: Magical Map & Red Car Newsboys. Disney Cruise Lines: Tangled, Twice Charmed, Disney Dreams. TV: “Blackish” (ABC), “Dear White People” (Netflix), “Snowfall” (FX), and “Act
Your Age” (Netflix). Film: “I Am Gangster”, “The Toy Soldiers”, “Leave It On The Floor”, and “As I Am”. National Commercials: McDonald’s, KFC, Smirnoff, Modelo, AT&T. Training: UArts & Duke Ellington School Of The Arts. Instagram: @PrinceADM
KAYDEN OLIVER (He/Him) (M: Ensemble | O: Ensemble) Salt Lake City-born, NYC Based! Kayden is beyond grateful to be making his home state professional debut at Tuacahn Center for the Arts! Regional Credits: The 5th Avenue Theatre West Side Story (2019), The Little Mermaid (2023), Mary Poppins; Village Theatre Newsies, The Noteworthy Life of Howard Barnes (World Premier), Guys and Dolls, Mamma Mia; North Shore Music Theatre Fiddler on the Roof; The Phoenix Theatre Company Bandstand, Cinderella, An American in Paris, A Chorus Line, Elf, the Musical. Thank you and so much love to God, his amazingly beautiful family, and endlessly supportive friends and colleagues. Insta: @kaydenoliver
DARYN POLZIN (M: Swing, Assistant Dance Captain | O: Ensemble) is so excited to join the Tuacahn family this summer! Originally from Lexington KY, Daryn graduated from Oklahoma City University with her Bachelor of Performing Arts in Dance Performance and is now based in NYC. Some of her past credits include White Christmas
(Ensemble) at Gateway Playhouse, Jersey Boys (Ensemble, U/S Francine), White Christmas (Ensemble) and Memphis (Ensemble) at The Lexington Theatre Company. A huge thank you to her family/friends for their constant support, the creative team for believing in her and God for blessing her with this opportunity. @daryn.polzin
(M: Ensemble, u/s Chef | O : Ensemble) is so excited to be making his Tuacahn debut! Broadway: Newsies (OBC Romeo, closing Crutchie), Gypsy (w/ Patti LuPone), Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! the Musical. National Tour: Wicked (u/s Boq), Newsies (Crutchie), Kinky Boots (Angel). Regional: Paper Mill Playhouse, Broadway at Music Circus. Andy knows American Sign Language and Dolly Parton’s entire music catalog. Endless thanks to everyone at The Mine agency, the whole Tuacahn team, libraries and independent bookstores everywhere (go support them!), and above all to his amazing family and friends. Love ya, love ya, love ya! IG: @aricha3
ANTHONY SAVINO
(M: Ensemble, u/s Flots & Jets | O: Ensemble, Assistant Dance Captain) is so excited to be back at Tuacahn, and to be doing shows he’s dreamed of doing his whole life!
Select Credits: A Christmas Carol (Tuacahn) Jesus Christ Superstar (The Fulton) PJ in Sophisticated Ladies (Montclair State) Jersey Boys, & Memphis (The Lexington Theatre Company), 2022 Resident Company at Forestburgh Playhouse. Anthony received his BFA in Musical Theatre from Montclair State University in 2024. Thanks to Mom & Dad, who he is endlessly grateful to for their endless love and support. www.Anthony-Savino.com ig @anthony.savino
KELSEY LEE SMITH* (M: Ariel | O: Ensemble, u/s Dorothy) is thrilled and grateful for the opportunity to return to the beautiful Tuacahn stage! Last season she performed the role of Anya in Anastasia, Francine in Jersey Boys and Anna u/s
in Frozen. Some favorite roles include Ariel in Footloose at Burbank’s Colony Theatre and Anna in Frozen at Disneyland. Other recent credits; Invincible The Musical (music of Pat Benatar) at the Wallis Annenberg Center, and Rudolph the 2023 National Tour. Kelsey graduated from UCLA with a BA in Musical Theatre. She sends much love and thanks to her amazing family and friends for their never-ending support. Thank you ATB Talent Agency, and Tuacahn creative teams for blessing her with another dream role! IG: KelseyLeeSmith_
(M: Flounder) is thrilled to be performing in the canyon again! Tuacahn credits include: Scrooge at 12 in A Christmas Carol, Grover Dill in A Christmas Story, Ensemble in Joseph... and Elf The Musical. Hudson has understudied and performed the following roles also at Tuacahn: Young Tarzan in Tarzan, Mike Teavee in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Michael Banks in Mary Poppins, and Chip in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Hudson will be a 7th grader this fall at Vista School where he has been seen in many shows: Shrek in Shrek, Zazu in The Lion King, Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast and is a member of the Principal 2 Dance Company. Other credits include: Winthrop in The Music Man (Encore), Best of Broadway Christmas (SGMT). Hudson recently won 1st place Vocal Solo at Musical Theatre Competitions of America. Thank you to all of his teachers at Utah COPA, Vista and Encore, especially Mimi and Rebekah, as well as Scott, Mara and Sarah for this opportunity. He would also like to thank his supportive family, especially Mom for writing this. Enjoy the show!
ALEC TALBOTT (M: Flotsam, u/s Scuttle | O: Ensemble, u/s Tinman) Alec grew up dancing and doing musical theatre in Nebraska, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science at the University of NebraskaLincoln. Some theatre highlights include Conrad Birdie- Bye Bye Birdie (Maine State Music Theatre), Elmer- Newsies (Derby Dinner Playhouse) and an ensemble member in the National Tour of A Christmas Story: the Musical. He also has been a guest artist in Peter Pan with Ballet California, and The Nutcracker and Twelve Dancing Princesses with Santa Clarita Ballet Company.
Additionally, he has been a choreographer for many musicals, show choirs, competition dance routines and more. He is elated to be spending the season in the canyon for the first time! Instagram@duffystuff
JACK TAYLOR (M: Ensemble | O: Swing) Originally from Los Angeles, Jack is most well known as Dandruff Danny on Hannah Montana. He tap danced alongside Nigel Lythgoe on the SYTYCD season finale. Jack’s company work includes Westside Dance Project, Debbie Allen Dance Academy Ensemble and Step One Dance Company. He recently moved to New York City and was a swing for Hypnotique at the Mckittrick Hotel. Jack is very excited to be performing for the first time at Tuacahn Amphitheater in three iconic musicals this season.
REESE WHEELER (M: Ensemble | O: Ensemble) Reese is thrilled to be returning to Tuacahn for his fourth season! He’s so grateful for the support he receives from all of his peers, mentors, and family members. You may have seen him in Tarzan, Mary Poppins, Frozen, Anastasia, and other productions at Tuacahn. He was a company member with Odyssey Dance Theater, where he toured Utah and performed in Thriller 2024. He was also a dancer for David Archuleta’s Christmas tour and has performed with Disney. Reese has trained extensively throughout the western states and more recently in New York City with Steps on Broadway and Alvin Ailey. Reese recently received a full-ride scholarship to attend The Ailey School in New York City later this fall, where he is excited to strengthen his talents and expand his education. IG:reesejwheeler ReeseJWheeler@gmail.com
SCOTT WHIPPLE* (M: Dance Captain, Swing, u/s Jetsam| O : Ensemble, u/s Zeke/Lion) Scott is excited to be back at Tuacahn for his 6th season! He is from Mesa, AZ but is now based out of NYC. Some of Scott’s favorite credits are: The Perfect Game (OffBroadway), Frozen, Marry Poppins, & The Prince of Egypt, all here at Tuacahn! Huge thanks to his family and his agents at PMA! @scottwhipple89
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SCOTT ANDERSON (M: Director) joined Tuacahn in 2004 and enjoys creatively shaping and artistically leading this dynamic arts institution. He has worked for more than forty years in theatre, film, radio and television. He has been involved in over 100 productions as an actor, director or producer but considers his twenty years at Tuacahn to be one of his most satisfying challenges. Scott’s more recent directing credits include: The Count of Monte Cristo, The Prince of Egypt, Shrek the Musical, Disney’s When You Wish, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Aladdin, Tarzan, Annie, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Les Misérables and Peter Pan. Both Aladdin and The Prince of Egypt were produced at Tuacahn preBroadway and pre-West End. Disney’s When You Wish had its world premiere here at Tuacahn in 2015. He also wrote and directed the acclaimed motion picture The Best Two Years and more recently The Jerk Theory. He continues to work as a writer and director and is always working on new film projects. Scott attended Dixie State University and the University of Utah, where he studied Theater and Film. He is the proud father of three children and thirteen grandchildren. Scott hopes to shepherd more outstanding entertainment to this unique venue in the years to come.
MICHAEL HEITZMAN (O: Director) is delighted to return to Tuacahn for his fifth season. Tuacahn credits include the regional premiere of Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat starring David Archuleta. He resides in New York City, where he serves as the Artistic Director of New Musical Development at the historic Lucille Lortel Theatre. His critically acclaimed production of 42nd Street was produced at The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts and Drury Lane Theater in Chicago (Jeff Award nominee, Best Director). Other recent credits: Beauty and the Beast at the Ordway, PCLO, North Shore Music Theater, McCoy/Rigby Entertainment, Newsies, Big River, and Legally Blonde: Broadway Sacramento, SHREK, and Disney’s The Little Mermaid (IRNE Award nominee, Best Director) at NSMT, VICES (Jeff Award nominee, Best Director). He is a proud member of SDC. Michaelheitzman.com
MARA NEWBERY GREER (M: Choreographer) is honored to be returning to Tuacahn for her 11th show! Recent directing and/or choreography credits include Tuacahn: Annie,
Tarzan, White Christmas, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Matilda, Sound of Music, A Christmas Story, Shrek , A Christmas Carol, Pittsburgh CLO: Music Man, Anything Goes , Camelot, North Shore Music Theatre: Shrek, Oklahoma! , The Lexington Theatre Company: Memphis, Newsies, Little Mermaid , Broadway at Music Circus: 9 to 5, Legally Blonde , Ogunquit Playhouse: Little Shop of Horrors , John Engeman Theatr e : Matilda the Musical, Elf the Musical , University of Michigan The Drowsy Chaperone , The Cape Rep: Something Rotten , The Fulton Theatre/Seattle 5th Ave/Paper Mill Playhouse/Goodspeed Opera House: A Christmas Story , Palm Beach Opera: Die Fledermaus , Chautauqua Opera: Candide , Fairmont State University: The Addams Family , and Music Theatre: Wichita Guys and Dolls, Thoroughly Modern Millie . As a performer, Mara has worked on Broadway, National Tours, and London’s West End. Proud member of SDC and AEA. BFA University of Michigan. Endless love to my husband Michael and our little princess, Maple.
ROBBIE ROBY (O: Choreographer) is excited to return to TCA for a fifth season, having previously choreographed Frozen (2024), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory(2023), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, starring David Archuleta(2022),and Beauty and the Beast (2021). Robbie also choreographed the 2021-2024 US National Tour of Hairspray (starring Nina West of “RuPaul’s Drag Race”), and the 2022 tour of Sister Act (starring Tamyra Gray). Select credits include Footloose (Sacramento Music Circus), Disney’s The Little Mermaid (The 5th Avenue Theatre), Elf: The Musical (Walnut Street Theatre), Seussical (Pittsburgh CLO), The Addams Family (Sacramento Music Circus), and Broadway Backwards (New Amsterdam Theatre, NYC). Since 2020, Robbie has been the Install Creative Director for the RSSC Splendor and NCL Jewel with Norwegian Creative Studios. As a performer, Robbie was the dance captain for Broadway/Touring productions of Billy Elliot: The Musical, Hairspray, Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Monty Python’s Spamalot
PAUL RUBIN (Flying Choreographer) served as Franco Dragone’s Flying Director for his new open-ended production La Perle, and is a proud member of The Academy of Magical Arts at The Magic Castle in Hollywood CA. Paul created the aerial battle sequence for the world premiere of The Ghost and the Lady directed by Scott Schwartz. He has created flying sequences for productions
in over 30 countries including: Singapore, Macau, South Africa, Malaysia, Australia, Korea, Turkey, Columbia, Norway and Japan. Broadway credits include: Wicked, Doctor Zhivago, Curtains with David Hyde Pierce, The Pirate Queen, Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan, Kiss Me, Kate, Frozen, The Green Bird, Fiddler on the Roof, Bombay Dreams and Saturday Night Fever. International and Touring Productions include Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Holland, Moscow, Japan, and the U.S.), Tori Amos’ The Light Princess (National Theatre, London), Aladdin, West Coast Premiere of Carrie the Musical, 9 to 5 the Musical, Spamalot, Dora the Explorer LIVE, SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical. Television credits include: “Kevin Can Wait”, “The Tony Awards”, “CNN”, and “Rosie O’Donnell Show. www.TheFlyGuy.com IG @theflyguyny Twitter @theflyguy
CAITLIN BELCIK (M: Associate Choreographer) Caitlin Belcik is thrilled to be making her Tuacahn debut! Caitlin is a NYC-based choreographer and actor. Favorite choreography credits include: Smile (Off-Broadway), Sugar (Off-Broadway), Seesaw (Off-Broadway), The Baker’s Wife (Off-Broadway), Disney’s Frozen (CSTC), And the World Goes ‘Round (Tap Chor, New London Barn Playhouse), Parade (ATG), All Shook Up (Dir/Chor, CLOC). Associate credits: A Christmas Story (AD/AC, Goodspeed Opera House), A Little Night Music (AD, Ogunquit Playhouse), Little Shop of Horrors (AD, Ogunquit Playhouse). As a performer, Caitlin has been seen on Broadway, Off-Broadway, and in 30+ regional productions. She received her BFA in Musical Theatre from Penn State University and her MA in Nonprofit Leadership from Oklahoma City University. Caitlin would like to thank Mara, Scott, and Shari for including her on this wonderful team! @cebelcik
JOSH ZACHER (O: Associate Director/ Choreographer) s a NYC based performer, director/choreographer, and teaching artist." to "is thrilled to be making his Tuacahn debut! Choreography: Seattle’s 5th Avenue, KC Starlight, La Mirada, and The George. Performance: National Tours: The Prom, A Chorus Line, Elf on the Shelf. Regional: West Side Story (Lyric Opera of Chicago), Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Ordway), Footloose (REV), Peter Pan (NSMT), Disney’s Newsies (Theatre by the Sea), Wizard of Oz. Teaching: Broadway Dance Center, New York City Center, NYU, Emerson College. Education: NYU Tisch. Josh is the founder of “Stage The Number” a rehearsal style class aimed at preparing
artists for professional work and a founding member of the New York Theatre Company. Josh choreographed his high school’s production of Oz when he was in 8th grade. Endless thanks to Michael, Robbie, and the entire Tuacahn cast, staff, and crew. www.josh-zacher.com @dancingdudejz @stagethenumber
CHRISTOPHER BABBAGE (Music Supervisor | M: Music Director) began his association with Tuacahn in 2008 conducting Les Misérables, and is delighted to return to beautiful Southwest Utah. Past Tuacahn credits: Disney’s Frozen, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Wonderland, The Count of Monte Cristo, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Matilda, The Prince of Egypt, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, and several more. Other regional credits: Circa ’21, MUNY St. Louis, Arvada Center for the Arts, Paper Mill Playhouse. Tours: Smokey Joe’s Café, Grease (Asia), CATS (North and Latin America), Sister Act (First and Second National, Asia), Disney’s The Little Mermaid, How The Grinch Stole Christmas!. Christopher holds Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from SUNY Fredonia. Sincere thanks to our audience for supporting live music and theatre!
DANIEL MOLLETT (M: Associate Music Director | O: Music Director) is returning for his sixth season at Tuacahn since 2019. After making his off-Broadway debut in 2015, he worked as a music director, keyboardist, arranger, copyist, and even actor/singer in parts of New York, Ohio, and Utah. His list of credits spans a wide range of show styles new and old, including the premiere of Lee Kalcheim’s Coming Back Like a Song with Berkshire Theatre Group, Simply Divine with an RPDR alum at the Rochester Fringe Festival, Light in the Piazza, The Last 5 Years, A Man of No Importance, Godspell, a new work called The Lost Girl, Next to Normal, Little Shop of Horrors, and Homemade Fusion. Daniel works as a staff accompanist and coach at NYU Steinhardt where he received a master’s degree in Collaborative Piano under Dr. Grant Wenaus and holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Capital University.
ALEX HUFF (M: Assistant Music Director | O: Associate Music Director) is thrilled to return for his second season on the music team at Tuacahn after working on Anastasia, Frozen and Jersey Boys last year. Other Music Directing Highlights include Sweeney Todd (with Kim Crosby as Mrs. Lovett), Hands on a Hardbody, Rock of Ages,
Ragtime, Assassins, Fun Home and Considering Matthew Shepard. NYC credits: Anthony Norman: Tell Me I’m Special (The Green Room 42), See.Spot. Sing (The Metropolitan Room), and Bernice Bobs Her Mullet (The Joe Allen Players). Alex played the Springfield, MO engagement of The Music Man in Concert tour with Shirley Jones and Patrick Cassidy. In addition to music directing and arranging, Alex is an Independent Travel Advisor. IG: @grandpianoalex
PAUL BLACK (M: Scenic Designer, Lighting Designer) is excited to be back at Tuacahn where he previously designed School of Rock, Elf The Musical, Marry Poppins, Tarzan, Christmas Story and Ring of Fire. Paul has been designing for over 30 years. Companies include: The Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, Maine State Music Theater, Carousel Dinner Theater in Akron, Maltz Jupiter Theatre and Palm Beach Drama Works in Florida, Actors Theatre of Phoenix, Arizona Theatre Company, Arizona Jewish Theatre Company, Arizona Broadway Theatre
and the Phoenix Opera Co, Music Theater West in LA. Paul spent 14 summer seasons with Music Theatre of Wichita as both a designer and Production Manager. Currently Paul lives in Lancaster PA where he is the Resident designer for the Fulton.
NATE BERTONE (O: Scenic Designer) is a NYCbased theatrical storyteller whose work spans the globe as a director, designer, playwright, and producer. He recently designed the world premiere of Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr., with past credits at locations such as Lincoln Center, Sydney Coliseum, Disney's D23 Expo, Google, Paper Mill Playhouse, Hale Centre Theatre, and more. Nate is thrilled to be making his Tuacahn Amphitheatre debut with this show and brilliant team of storytellers. He has worked closely with Tony-winning designer Beowulf Boritt, assisting on Broadway and West End hits like Harmony, New York, New York, Be More Chill, and Freestyle Love Supreme. His plays Letters From War and The SeaView Nursing Home for the Newly Deceased are
currently in development. In 2024, his children’s book "Nana Nana" was published in support of Seth Rogen's Hilarity for Charity and The Alzheimer’s Association. Proud member of The Dramatists Guild and USA829. Represented by The Gersh Agency. Carnegie Mellon Alum. @natebertone | natebertone.com
ROBIN L. MCGEE (M: Costume Designer) is thrilled to be a part of this production! An award-winning costume designer, Robin’s work has been seen on Broadway (As Long As We Both Shall Laugh) and at renowned regional theaters, including The MUNY, Goodspeed, The Maltz Jupiter Theatre, The Fulton Theatre, Musical Theatre West, Gulfshore Playhouse, Palm Beach Dramaworks, and Ogunquit Playhouse, among others. Her diverse portfolio spans opera, plays, dance, film, parades, and even circus clowns! Robin is passionate about her craft and looks forward to continuing her design journey while pursuing her goal of visiting all 50 states and all seven continents. Proud member of USA 829. rlmcgeedesign.com
RYAN MOLLER (O: Costume Designer) Previously for Tuacahn: Regional credits include: Frozen (regional premiere), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mary Poppins, Joseph…Dreamcoat, and Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Matilda (Syracuse Stage) Beauty and the Beast (Ordway) The Wiz, Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Treasure Island, 42nd Street, Chicago, Legally Blonde (Fulton), Play That Goes Wrong, Moon Over Buffalo, Steel Magnolias (Oregon Cabaret), White Christmas, 12 Angry Men (Engeman), Guys and Dolls, Hello, Dolly! (MSMT), Rock for Ages (NCL). Ryan has worked 5 seasons with Santa Fe Opera and associate designer for Dona Del Lago at the MET Opera, NYC. Next up: 3 more Frozen: PCLO, PCPA, Syracuse Stage. Member USA 829. More info: RyanMollerDesigns.com
DALTON HAMILTON (O: Lighting Designer) works around the country as a designer, associate, and programmer. His work extends from theater, opera, and dance to corporate events and theme park entertainment. Credits include: Bay Street Theater, Gulfshore Playhouse, Tuacahn Center for the Arts, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Nashville Repertory Theatre, Ogunquit Playhouse, FreeFall Theatre, American Stage, Norwegian Cruise Line, City Springs Theatre Company, and the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Dalton has also been an Associate Designer for numerous theme park shows at Busch Gardens Williamsburg under Lighting Designer Ken Billington for the past 10 years. Other notable Associate/Assistant credits include The Prince of Egypt (West End) with Lighting Designer Mike Billings, Dungeons & Dragons The Twenty-Sided Tavern (Chicago & Off-Broadway), and Rogers: The Musical, Hawkeye Series (Marvel Studios: Disney+) with Lighting Designer Mike Wood. Proud member of United Scenic Artists, Local USA-829. daltonhamiltonlightingdesign.com | @dhlightingdesign
JOSH LIEBERT (Sound Designer) is NYC based and his work has been heard across North America, Europe, and Asia. He’s previously designed nine productions here at the Tuacahn, including Frozen (regional theatre premiere), Anastasia, Jersey Boys, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Tarzan and Mary Poppins. Other notable projects include: Regional Theatre: Jersey Boys, Once (Casa Mañana); Next to Normal, (Westport, with Domonic Sack); Story of my Life, South Pacific (Delaware Theatre Co.). International: Come From Away (Gander, NL); The Last Timbit (Elgin Theatre, Toronto), Maggie, and New Musical (Theatre Aquarius in Hamilton, Ontario and the Charlottetown Festival, PEI) Unseen, Wiesenthal (Edinburgh Fringe); Central Avenue Breakdown (Daegu, ROK), Ain’t Misbehavin’ (European Tour).
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Touring: Fraggle Rock, Back to the Rock Live Off Broadway: We are the Tigers; The Other Josh Cohen (2012); Broadway Associate Peter Pan Goes Wrong; MJ, the Musical; Summer; A Bronx Tale; Spring Awakening (2015); A Night with Janis Joplin. www.joshliebert.com
BRAD PETERSON (M: Projection Designer) is a New York-based video and projection designer. Previously with Tuacahn: Jersey Boys, Wonderland, The Little Mermaid, Annie, and Tarzan. Select designs include Cats (Broadway Revival); Fish in the Dark (Broadway); Broadway Bounty Hunter (Off-Broadway); If I Forget (Roundabout); Sing Street (The Huntington); Anything Goes and The Sound of Music (Pittsburgh CLO); El Sitt (Riyadh Festival, Saudi Arabia); Lion...Witch...Wardrobe, Carousel, and A Little Night Music (Stratford Festival); Actually We're... (Off-Broadway); and Red Roses Green Gold (Off-Broadway). Select Broadway associate designer projects include Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Camelot, Prima Facie, Pictures from Home, West Side Story (2020), Flying Over Sunset, Oslo, Junk, and An American in Paris. Brad has collaborated to create immersive experiences with companies such as TikTok, Chipotle, Amazon Studios, and A&E Television. Upcoming projects include the new Millions (Alliance Theatre).
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Previous designs include Grand Horizons on Broadway; 2020 Pulitzer Prize finalist Soft Power at The Public Theater; along with world premieres by John Patrick Shanley, Dael Orlandersmith, Matt Aucoin, and Grammy Award winner Steve Mackey; Other projects include Samsung’s virtual reality television series Interpretation of Dreams; Feel The Pride, an AI powered audio-visual installation with St. Vincent; and a virtual reality arcade for Muse’s 2019 World Tour. Co- founder of the political theater collective Third Space, winner of the 2017 USITT Rising Star Award, a 2019 L.B. Tobin Director-Designer Finalist, and his design for The Lady In Red... was selected for international exhibition at the 2015 Prague Quadrennial. He is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University. brycecutler.com
and Heartbreak Hotel. Norwegian Cruise Lines - Kinky Boots, Footloose, Six, and After Midnight Royal Caribbean - The Wizard of Oz, Hairspray, Flight: Dare to Dream, The Silk Road, Showgirl!, The Effectors. Pittsburgh CLO - 2017 - 2025 Seasons. TUTS - Memphis, Dreamgirls, Into the Woods, How to Succeed..., The Rocky Horror Show, Million Dollar Quartet, Heathers, Mary Poppins, Sweet Potato Queens, Bonnie & Clyde, A Christmas Story, The Music Man. Tuacahn - Beauty and the Beast, Joseph, A Christmas Carol, Little Mermaid, and Newsies Theatre Aspen - Beautiful. Other RegionalMamma Mia!, Peepshow, Young Frankenstein, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Dancing With The Stars, America’s Got Talent, and Into the Woods at The Hollywood Bowl.
BOBBIE ZLOTNIK (O: Hair and Makeup Designer) Bobbie is elated to return to the canyon after designing Wonderland in 2022. OffBroadway; Emojiland (Drama Desk Nom.), Ibsen’s Ghost, Gatsby Immersive, Fairycakes, Drop Dead Perfect, Disenchanted, Forbidden Broadway, and many more. He recently made his international
JEFF KNAGGS (M: Hair and Makeup Designer) is a proud pug daddy and designer of the the Broadway bound 25th Anniversary Mamma Mia! tour. Regional: Engeman Theatre - Beautiful, Beauty and the Beast, Jersey Boys, Waitress, Clue,
design debut with the world premiere of To Wong Foo at Hopemill Theatre in Manchester, UK. US National Tours; On Your Feet, Emojiland, Cocomelon LIVE. Cape Playhouse; Baskerville, Camelot, An American in Paris, Sense & Sensibility, Jersey Boys, Ain’t Misbehavin’. The Lex; White Christmas, The Sound of Music, Memphis, The Little Mermaid, Newsies, Music Man. Gulfshore Playhouse: She Loves Me, Into The Breeches, Winter Wonderettes, 26 Miles, Barefoot In The Park, Steel Magnolias, The 39
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A.J. SULLIVAN* (SM Supervisor | M: Production Stage Manager) is thrilled to be returning to Tuacahn for his 15th season. He has stage managed over 30 shows here at Tuacahn. Tuacahn favorites include: the World Premiere of Disney's When You Wish, Disney's Mary Poppins, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, A Christmas Story, Irving Berlin's White Christmas and many others! Broadway and National Tours: The Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Radio City Rockettes (11 seasons), Annie 20th Anniversary, Legally Blonde, The Wizard of Oz starring Mickey Rooney, Green Day's American Idiot, Irving Berlin's White Christmas, The Diary of Anne Frank and many others. A.J.'s favorite roles are Husband to Shari and Father to Jordan and Hudson.
JEFF NORMAN* (O: Production Stage Manager) Thrilled to be back at Tuacahn for a third season. Previous Tuacahn productions Disney’s Frozen and Hunchback of Notre Dame. National Tours include Moulin Rouge, The Play That Goes Wrong, Something Rotten, Disney’s Newsies (+ live capture), Mike Birbiglia’s The New One, Global Creatures How To Train Your Dragon World arena tour, Chicago. Las VegasDisney’s The Lion King, Mamma Mia!, Cirque du Soleil’s “O” at the Bellagio, Toronto-Disney’s The Beauty and The Beast, Miss Saigon, Les Misérables, Opening team-Disney Cruise Lines. Proud member of Actors' Equity Association.
HOLLEY HOUSEWRIGHT* (Production Stage Manager) is happy to spend another season in this beautiful canyon. Some favorite Tuacahn productions include: Jersey Boys, Prince of Egypt, Mamma Mia. Other regional favorites: The Full Monty, Revolutions, Keep on the Sunny Side, and Of Mice and Men. She would like to thank Jonathan for the constant reminder. Love to Josh and Cera.
CHLOE GROTHEER* (Assistant Stage Manager) Chloe is excited to be back at Tuacahn Center for the Arts' for her fourth season with this amazing Stage Management team. Chloe attended Webster University's Sargent Conservatory for Performing Arts for Stage Management, working on some of her favorite shows in the St. Louis area including Fahrenheit 451, The Wolves, and Lifespan of a Fact. Born and raised in Savannah, GA she is excited to be back this summer in the canyons of St. George, Utah. Some of Chloe’s favorite
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productions she has worked on include: Man of La Mancha, A Christmas Story, Beautiful, Anastasia, Jersey Boys, and Frozen.
BRIANA BARKER (Stage Management PA) Briana is super excited to be back at Tuacahn for her second season. She is from Ypsilanti, MI and graduated from the University of Michigan in December 2023 where she earned a BFA in Theatre Design & Production with a concentration in stage management, and a minor in Performing Arts Management and Entrepreneurship. She has been at Tuacahn ever since! Selected, but some favorite shows she has worked on include: Guys and Dolls, A Chorus Line, Choir Boy, and all of the shows from the 2024 Tuacahn season. She thanks her family, friends, and fellow colleagues for all of their love and support!!
LIV MEINDERS (Stage Management PA) Liv is excited to be back for her second season at Tuacahn! She grew up in Minnesota and is a
graduate of Concordia College. Some of her favorite previous productions she's worked on include: Frozen, Anastasia, Jersey Boys (Tuacahn); Legally Blonde (Music Theater Works), The Play that Goes Wrong, Greater Tuna, Elf The Musical (Paul Bunyan Playhouse); Small Mouth Sounds (Theatre B); The Rocky Horror Show, and The Mousetrap (Concordia College). Much love to all of her family, friends, and mentors!
KEVIN SMITH (CEO & Executive Producer) has been with Tuacahn for more than 25 years. He has produced or co-produced over 65 professional Broadway musical productions, and has presented more than 600 major professional concerts and events at Tuacahn. Kevin has a BS in Sociology with a minor in Business Management from Brigham Young University and a Master of Education Degree from Southern Utah University. In 2021 Smith was recognized as a community leader by the Utah National Guard and received the Bronze Minuteman Award for extraordinary support and
leadership to the citizens of Utah in the cultural arts. He currently serves on the Utah State Board of Tourism and Development, on the Greater Zion Tourism Advisory Board, on the Ivins City Council and on the Zions Bank Regional Advisory Board. Kevin lost his first wife, Rebecca, to cancer. He is now married to Liz Erickson and they have a combined family of 10 children, 3 daughter inlaws, 2 son in-laws, and 8 grandchildren.
SHARI JORDAN (Associate Artistic Producer/ Casting Coordinator) from Raleigh, NC, began her professional career as an actor in the National Tour of Crazy for You (Tess). She performed at Tuacahn for nine seasons and was the Dance captain for 17 shows. Tuacahn audiences may remember Shari as Rosie in Mama Mia!, the Mother in the World Premier of Disney’s When You Wish, Mama Bear in Shrek, and Madame in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Shari performed the role of Ulla and every other female role in Mel Brooks’ The Producers on the Broadway National Tour as well as the Las Vegas production with
Tony Danza and David Hasselhoff. Shari was an assistant choreographer to five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman for the historic Hollywood Bowl’s production of The Producers and performed the role of Shirley Markowitz. She is also in the film of The Producers. Shari was a Radio City Rockette for six seasons and a national champion baton twirler. Director/ Choreographer/Assistant credits include The Stage Door, Hollywood Bowl, University of Michigan, Pittsburgh CLO, North Shore Music Theatre, North Carolina Theatre and TNT’s Emmy winning AFI’s Tribute to Mel Brooks in which Shari had a featured role. She is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of N.C. State University. Shari produced her first Tuacahn season in 2019 and loves bringing professional theatre to Southern Utah. Her passion stems from the desire to put artists to work and bring joy to others that can only be found working on or watching a live performance. Theatre is a noble profession. Love to Mom, Dad and my boys, AJ, Jordan and Hudson.
ZOE BAIRD (Company Manager) from London, England is thrilled to be at Tuacahn for her tenth season! Graduating with a degree in Drama and Theater Studies from Royal Holloway, University of London she has followed her theatrical nose out to St George, UT! Zoe has worked for the Ambassador Theater Group in the West End, alongside being an Event’s Manager across London. Some of her favorite credits to date are: Fat Pig, The Brit Awards, The London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony, and The What’s On Stage Awards. Most recently Zoe Company Managed a special presentation of the new musical Mozart: Her Story - The Musical at Carnegie Hall and also Company Stage Managed a special performance of the same show at Theater Royal Drury Lane in London’s West End. Special thanks go to her right hand man, Whitney, and her amazing family for believing in her and supporting her as though they aren't 5,000 miles away.
KIMBERLEE DAVIS (M/O: Lead Animal Trainer/ Handler) has been training/handling animals at Tuacahn Amphitheatre since 2007. As a Southern Utah native she is very thankful to be part of many incredible productions including Prince Of Egypt, Count Of Monte Cristo, Shrek, and many other Broadway productions. Kimberlee would like to thank her husband Rory Davis for is many years of support along with her team for all of their hard work and the administrative staff at Tuacahn.
JEFF MILLER (Director of Production) has been working in professional theater for over 30 years. Prior to Tuacahn he was in Las Vegas where he spent several years with Cirque Du Soleil's The Beatles LOVE show at the Mirage. Jeff has also worked for many regional theaters around the country, including 18 years with The Seattle Children's Theater. Besides helping create incredible shows at Tuacahn, Jeff enjoys exploring the desert and mountains with his wife and 2 kids.
AIDAN WELCH (Production Manager) I started in theater many years ago and have only ever worked in this industry. From the moment I first stepped foot into a theater, I knew it's what I had been looking for my entire life. I owe the curiosity that drove me to seek that first show to my High School theater teacher: Diane Queen. Ever since then, I have lived and worked in Washington
D.C., Fayetteville AR, Los Angeles CA as well as toured the world with multiple shows. I started as a stagehand, then carpenter, then technical director, and eventually moved into Production Management in order to give back to the art form which has nurtured me my entire adult life. Here I maintain the production budgets, interface with outside designers and our creative staff, maintain the production calendar and generally do everything and anything I can to make sure our planned season is moving forward and is up to the high standards our audience deserves. What excites me most about working at Tuacahn is the passion everyone has for it. Both the community and creative team have so much reverence for this place. I only want to do that justice in my role. I want to be part of why people care so much for Tuacahn. It is truly one of the most unique places on earth.
EMMA BELEW (Stage Operations Manager) is thrilled to return for a second year at Tuacahn. Prior to working in production management, she graduated from Western Michigan University with a degree in Stage Management. During her time in Stage Management, she worked with Utah Shakespeare Festival, Broadway in Chicago, and the Polar Express Experience. In addition to Utah, her work in theater has taken her to Los Angeles, Chicago, and Hawaii. While not in Utah, she loves spending time in Los Angeles with her partner and two bunnies!
TROY MCGEE (Technical Director) started his Tuacahn career performing on stage, first in ’08 with Odyssey Dance Theatre’s Thriller, then in the ’09 Tuacahn Broadway season. When he came back the following season, he would spend time in between rehearsals helping out as a carpenter in the Scene Shop. He continued helping out seasonally until, in 2017, he became the Scene Shop Foreman. After the birth of his first child, he left that position and returned to performing. During the ’23 Tuacahn season he was pulling double duty as he took on the position of Assistant Technical Director while performing in the shows at night. He is excited to take on the position of Interim Technical Director and combine his experiences both on and off stage to help bring the shows to life. Moreover, he is grateful for the incredible teams and people he gets to work with every day, whose hard work is truly what breathes life into the shows.
ALAN MENKEN (M: Composer) Theater: God Bless You Mr Rosewater, Little Shop Of Horrors, Real Life Funnies, Atina: Evil Queen Of The Galaxy, Kicks, The Apprenticeship Of Duddy Kravitz, Beauty And The Beast, A Christmas Carol, Weird Romance, King David, Der Glöckner Von Notre Dame, The Little Mermaid, Sister Act, Leap Of Faith, Aladdin and Newsies. Film: Little Shop Of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, Newsies, Aladdin, Pocahontas, The Hunchback Of Notre Dame, Hercules, Life With Mikey, Lincoln, Home On The Range, Noel, Enchanted, Shaggy Dog, Tangled and Mirror Mirror. Songs: Rocky V, Home Alone 2 and Captain America. Awards: 8 Oscars (19 nominations), 11 Grammys (including Song of the Year), 7 Golden Globes, Tony® (plus 4 nominations), Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, New York Drama Critics, Olivier and London’s Evening Standard Award, Drama League. Honors: Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, Doctorates from New York University and University of
HOWARD ASHMAN (M: Lyrics) Best known as a pivotal creative mind behind the renaissance of Disney animation and his work on The Little Mermaid, Aladdin and Beauty and The Beast (which is dedicated to, “Our friend, Howard Ashman, who gave a Mermaid her voice and a Beast his soul...”) Ashman’s first love was theater. Ashman was a founder of off off Broadway’s renowned WPA Theater, where he conceived, wrote and directed God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, as well as the classic musical, Little Shop of Horrors (both music by Alan Menken). In 1986, he wrote and directed the Broadway musical Smile (music by Marvin Hamlisch). Lamented as a lost treasure of the 1980›s theater scene, Smile remains popular on High School and College campuses throughout the country. Howard Ashman died in 1991 from complications of AIDS. For more information, please visit howardashman.com.
GLENN SLATER (M: Lyrics) co-created Disney’s
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as well as the Broadway and international hit musicals Sister Act (2011 Tony nominee - Best Score) and The Little Mermaid (2008 Tony nominee - Best Score, Grammy nominee - Best Cast Album), and, most recently School of Rock (2015). With longtime collaborator Alan Menken, he is Executive Producer and Lyricist for the ABCTV musical comedy series Galavant, and has also written songs for the Disney animated film Home On The Range (2004) and the Broadway musical Leap of Faith (Tony nominee - Best Musical, 2012). In the West End, Glenn provided both book and lyrics for Andrew Lloyd Webber›s Love Never Dies (2010 Olivier nominee - Best Musical), the sequel to Phantom of the Opera. Other work includes an Emmy-nominated song for the ABCTV comedy The Neighbors (2013), and the stage revue Newyorkers at The Manhattan Theatre Club (Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations). Glenn is the recipient of the prestigious Kleban Award for Lyrics, the ASCAP/ Richard Rogers New Horizons Award, and the Jonathan Larson Award. He is an alumnus of the BMI Musical Theatre Workshop, and a member of both ASCAP and the Dramatists’ Guild.
DOUG WRIGHT (M: Author) GLAAD Media Award, an Outer Critics Circle Award, a Drama League Award and a Lucille Lortel Award for I Am My Own Wife. His screen adaptation of Quills was named Best Picture by the National Board of Review and nominated for three Academy Awards. Doug was cited by the American Academy of Arts and Letters and awarded the Tolerance Prize from the Kulturforum Europa. Currently, he serves on the board of the New York Theatre Workshop and serves as Secretary on the Dramatists Guild Council. Works include: Interrogating the Nude (1988), Quills (1995), Unwrap Your Candy (2001), I Am My Own Wife (2003), Grey Gardens (book) (2006), The Little Mermaid (book) (2007), The Pavilion (2009).
L. FRANK BAUM (O: Author) (May 15, 1856 – May 6, 1919) was an American author of children›s books, best known for writing The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, published in 1900. One of the most successful novels in American literature, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz sold out instantly, became a cutlrual sensation, and sold over three million copies before entering the public domain in 1956. Baum wrote thirteen novel sequels, nine other fantasy novels, and a host of other works, including 83 short stories, over 200 poems,
and 55 novels. He made numerous attempts to bring his works to the stage and screen. Baum’s writings remarkably anticipated innovations including television, augmented reality, laptop computers (The Master Key), wireless telephones (Tik-Tok of Oz), women in high-risk, action-heavy occupations (Mary Louise in the Country), and the ubiquity of advertising on clothing (Aunt Jane’s Nieces at Work).
HAROLD ARLEN (O: Music & Lyrics) (1905-1986) wrote some of the greatest hits from the 30’s and 40’s, including the entire score to the classic movie The Wizard of Oz. Songs such as “Over the Rainbow,” “Get Happy,” “Stormy Weather,” “It’s Only a Paper Moon,” “I’ve Got the World on a String” and “Last Night When We Were Young” are just some of the standards that live on today and have distinguished Harold Arlen as one of the Great American Composers of the 20th Century. Born and bred in New York, Harold Arlen began his career as an accompanist in vaudeville and appeared occasionally as a band vocalist on records, often singing his own compositions. During his career he wrote over 500 songs, including “Let’s Fall in Love,” “Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea” and “I Love a Parade” (all with lyrics by Ted Koehler). Arlen had a long and productive partnership with Johnny Mercer with many resulting hits, including “That Old Black Magic,” “Blues in the Night,” “Ac-CentTchu-Ate the Positive” and “One For My Baby (and One More for the Road).” His Broadway musicals include Bloomer Girl, St. Louis Woman, House of Flowers, Jamaica and Saratoga. Films include The Singing Kid (1936), Star Spangled Rhythm (1942), The Petty Girl (1950), My Blue Heaven (1950), The Farmer Takes a Wife (1953), and Gay Purr-ee (1962). With Ira Gershwin he wrote the songs for 1954’s A Star is Born, starring Judy Garland, including the Oscar-nominated “The Man That Got Away.” Arlen won an Academy Award for the song "Over the Rainbow," voted the 20th century›s No. 1 song by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
E. Y. HARBURG (O: Music & Lyrics) One of America’s greatest lyricists for stage and screen, Yip Harburg (1896-1981) was the son of poor Russian-Jewish immigrants and attended CCNY. Also a book writer (usually with Fred Saidy), director, and poet, Harburg wrote lyrics for more than 550 songs, including “It’s Only A Paper
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Moon” (with Harold Arlen), “April in Paris” (with Vernon Duke) and “Brother, Can You Spare A Dime?” (with Jay Gorney). His landmark musicals were Bloomer Girl (with Arlen) and Finian’s Rainbow. Yip was the final editor and wrote lyrics and continuity for the universally loved film The Wizard of Oz
MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (MTI) is one of the world’s leading theatrical licensing agencies, granting theatres from around the world the rights to perform the greatest selection of musicals from Broadway and beyond. Founded in 1952 by composer Frank Loesser and orchestrator Don Walker, MTI is a driving force in advancing musical theatre as a vibrant and engaging art form. MTI works directly with the composers, lyricists and book writers of these musicals to provide official scripts, musical materials and dynamic theatrical resources to over 70,000 professional, community and school theatres in the US and in over 60 countries worldwide. MTI is particularly dedicated to educational theatre, and has created special collections to meet the needs of various types of performers and audiences. MTI’s Broadway Junior™ shows are 30- and 60-minute musicals for performance by elementary and middle school-aged performers, while MTI’s School Editions are musicals annotated for performance by high school students.
CONCORD THEATRICALS is the world’s most significant theatrical company, comprising the catalogs of R&H Theatricals, Samuel French, Tams-Witmark and The Andrew Lloyd Webber Collection, plus dozens of new signings each year. Our unparalleled roster includes the work of Irving Berlin, Agatha Christie, George & Ira Gershwin, Marvin Hamlisch, Lorraine Hansberry, Kander & Ebb, Kitt & Yorkey, Ken Ludwig, Marlow & Moss, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anaïs Mitchell, Dominique Morisseau, Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Thornton Wilder and August Wilson. We are the only firm providing truly comprehensive services to the creators and producers of plays and musicals, including theatrical licensing, music publishing, script publishing, cast recording and first-class production.
WOJCIK CASTING TEAM (Casting) B’way: The Little Prince. Tours: Jesus Christ Superstar, The Kite Runner, An Officer and A Gentleman, Something Rotten!,RENT, Kinky Boots, Rock of Ages, Motown, Dreamgirls and Jekyll & Hyde-S Korea, West Side Story-Tokyo, Nice Work….,Flashdance, Joseph… Dreamcoat, and A Chorus Line. Off-Broadway: Othello: The Remix, Church & State, Tennessee Williams’ The Two Character Play, Handle With Care, Triassic Parq and more. In Development: SuperYou. Regional: Multiple seasons/shows for Norwegian Cruise Lines, Riverside Theatre, FL; Arvada Center, CO; Engeman Theater, NY; Stages St. Louis, MO, Theatre Raleigh, NC; ACT of CT; Theatre Aspen, CO; Summer Theatre of New Canaan, CT www.wojcasting.com @Wojcasting
ACTORS’ EQUITY ASSOCIATION (AEA) founded in 1913, represents more than 45,000 actors and stage managers in the United States. Equity seeks to advance, promote and foster the art of live theatre as an essential component of our society. Equity negotiates wages and working conditions, providing a wide range of benefits, including health and pension plans. AEA is a member of the AFL-CIO, and is affiliated with FIA, an international organization of performing arts unions. The Equity emblem is our mark of excellence. ww.actorsequity.org
By Lisa Larson
SSitting with a view of the majestic present-day Tuacahn Amphitheatre, it’s hard to imagine its primitive beginning. Yet just as this natural amphitheatre was shaped by centuries of scorching heat and desert rain, so too has the history and future of Tuacahn Center for the Arts been molded by winds of change and the shaping power of dreams.
Built on the shoulders of Orval Hafen (the original owner of Padre Canyon) as well as the unparalleled drive and ambition of Doug Stewart and Hyrum W. Smith, a seemingly impossible dream blossomed into the reality that exists today. Tuacahn owes its success to the hard work and sacrifice of an ensemble cast who each played an integral role in the history of this magnificent place. It was 1995 when Tuacahn’s debut performance of Utah! danced its way out of the red rocks and into the hearts of the people of southern Utah. After four years telling the complex story of the area’s
ancient inhabitants and pioneer settlers, it became increasingly clear Tuacahn needed to shift its strategy.
“We’re proud of what we accomplished with Utah!,” says Kevin Smith, Tuacahn CEO. “But after several years of one show it was clear that people wanted to see something new.” The answer came in 1999 in the form of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Tuacahn found itself in the enviable position of huge crowds and sold out houses and Broadway in the Canyon was born.
Since that time, Tuacahn has produced more than 60 Broadway shows, taking full advantage of the theater’s outdoor space and making talent, directorial and technical strides year after year.
Among the many pivotal moments in Tuacahn’s history, hiring Scott Anderson as the artistic director in 2005 proved to be critical. Anderson’s enthusiasm and ability
to cast a wider audition net — including more contracts with Actors Equity League of Regional Theaters — and pushing outside the box in terms of what people thought Tuacahn could produce, yielded some very prosperous results.
Tuacahn’s 2008 success as one of the first regional theaters to be granted the professional rights to produce Les Misérables put Tuacahn on the map in a whole new way. The show’s success made it possible to forge several key relationships, the first licensed regional theater outside of Broadway to produce Disney’s Tarzan. Subsequent licensing agreements with Disney to produce The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, When You Wish and more continued to increase Tuacahn’s reputation as a regional theatrical force.
“We took a bit of a risk to elevate our production quality,” Anderson says. “We really put our reputation on the line and invested more than we ever had, and it paid off.”
Celebrating the arts in another way,
Tuacahn’s Saturday Market features a wide range of local artists, crafts, food and entertainment, mingled with the natural beauty of Tuacahn’s unique setting.
“It’s all part of an overall commitment to the community and the arts are a big part of that community,” Smith says.
Tuacahn’s Saturday Market happens each Saturday year-round, weather permitting.
Thanks to the past and future generosity of Tuacahn’s sponsors and patrons, the creative potential for future seasons knows no bounds. With the last 29 seasons serving as a guide, Tuacahn is excited at the prospect of taking regional theater to even greater heights in the future.
Want to know more about Tuacahn’s history? Purchase the 25th Anniversary book, available in the Tuacahn Gift Gallery.
TUACAHN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
30 Years of Stories | 2025-2026 Broadway Season
ADMINISTRATION
CEO Kevin Smith
Producing Artistic Director Scott S. Anderson
Assoc Artistic Producer
Shari Jordan
CFO Gary Cahoon
Chief HR Officer
Joseph Smith
Artistic Assistant ............................................. Erica Bryce
Diversity Advocate ......................................Chris Brinagh
Company Management
Company Manager Zoe Baird
Assistant Company Manager
Youth Supervisor
Assistant Youth Supervisor
Finance
Payroll Administrator
Financial Controller
Accountant
Whitney Harrison
Devrey McBride
Abby Terry
Siera Schmutz
Elizabeth N. Lounsbury
Susie Goch
Purchasing .............................................. Tina Rasmussen
Marketing
Director of Marketing Stephanie Finck
Marketing Managers Zoe Someah, Trisha Jensen, Kristina C. Stevenson
Group Sales Manager
Josie Brzenk
Events/Rentals Coordinator Diane Hallagan
In-House Marketing Designer True Jarrel
Marketing Intern Emma Jewett
Development
Director of Development ............................. Darrin Winn
Development Officers .... Lindsay Garfias, Tamra Switzer, Chance Petersen, Eliza Jorgenson
Information Technologies
Director of IT
Network/Desktop Technician
Craig Maxwell
Mark Delevan
Webmasters Tyler Maxwell, Amber Goetz
BOX OFFICE
Box Office Manager
Margi Corona
Box Office Assistant Manager Tammy Sizemore
Box Office Night Manager Kim McBride
Box Office Assistant Manager Summer Kirkland
FRONT OF HOUSE
Head House Manager ........................... Michelle Hansen
House Managers Christie Chandler, Katrina Bagnell, Bradie Lowe, Maxwell Petrella
STAGE MANAGEMENT
Production Stage Managers ......... Holley Housewright*, Jeff Norman*, AJ Sullivan*
Assistant Stage Manager Chloe Grotheer*
Production Assistants Briana Barker, Liv Meinders
ARTISTIC STAFF
Directors .................. Scott Anderson, Michael Heitzman
Choreographers ....... Mara Newbery Greer, Robbie Roby
Flight Choreographer ..................................... Paul Rubin
Scenic Designers Paul Black, Nate Bertone
Costume Designers Robin L. McGee, Ryan Moller
Hair & Makeup Designers Jeff Knaggs, Bobbie Zlotnik
Lighting Designers Paul Black, Dalton Hamilton
Lighting Programmer Will Elphingstone
Sound Designer Josh Liebert
Video/Projection Designers Brad Peterson, Bryce Cutler
Projection Programmer Don Cieslik
Assistant Hair & Makeup Designer Savannah Willis
Puppets Designer Scott Molampy
Music Supervisor/Director Christopher Babbage
Music Director ........................................... Daniel Mollett
Music Coordinator .......................................... Tracie Price
Assoc Director/Choreographer Josh Zacher
Assoc Choreographer Caitlin Belcik, Associate Music Director Alex Huff
Assoc. Projection Designer Andrew Garvis
Assistant Flight Choreographer Molly Tynes
Flight Captain Erica Bryce
Assistant Scenic Designer Jessica Cancino
Assistant Costume Designers Maya Gordon, Sara Brookes
Assistant Lighting Designers ............... Morgan Lessman, Rob Siler
Assistant Sound Designer Peter Brucker
Casting
Casting Directors Scott Wojcik, Holly Buczek (CSA)
Casting Associate Cassandra Maguire
Casting Intern Ben Sanford
TCA Coordinator Shari Jordan
Management
Director of Production
Jeff Miller
Production Manager Aidan Welch
Stage Operations Manager Emma Belew
Production Contracts Manager Jacqui Thomassen
Technical Director Troy McGee
Production Management Assistant ............. Harriet Carr
Scenic
Scene Shop Supervisor............................... Ethan Biggers
Scene Shop Foreman Toby Johnson
Scenic Fabricators Joshua Isom, David Codding, Jeff John, Micheal Moreno, Troy Donehey, Troy Utley, Grant Huefner, Taylor Schroath, Ashley Timmons, Andrew SImpson, Jamison Croall
Production Equipment Mechanic Rory Davis
Scenic Charge Artist Michelle Blake
Scenic Painters Mama Bird, Jacquellyne Ence, Ruari Ence, Scarlett Ence, Kimberly Ipson
Run Crew Lead .................................................... Cat Alder
Assistant Run Crew Lead Riley Bradbury
Run Crew Travis Austin, Robin Safeer, Noah Vernon, Brody Rosinski, Brian Woods, Julia Liebowitz, Ivan Odom, Isaac Espinoza, Jared Berry, Jerom Leee
Changeover Crew Lead Matt Degol
Machine Operator Josh Brown
Riggers Anton Shalman, Andrew Simpson
Deck Flight Technician ........ Robin Safeer, Noah Vernon
FOY Operator ........................................ Spencer Schroath
Costumes
Costume Shop Supervisor Faith Brown
Costume Rentals Manager Pippin Calame
Costume Stock Manager Nass Williams
Crafts Shop Supervisor Bret Harrel
Costume Department Foreman Jay Glover
Costume Department Assistants Donya McLeod, Rebekah Woodstock
Alterations Heads Sofie Sloat, Elizabeth Nathan, Riley O’Sullivan
Head Stitcher Jaime Orrego Stitchers Rebekah Woodstock, Nancy Albrecht, Emily Smith, Cheyenne Davis, Emily Hold, Lissy McBrayer, Mia Lester, Kaylah Duling, Ashley Oritz, Sam Paper, KD Jordan
Costume Show Assistants Donya McLeod, KD Jordan, Corrine Nelsen, Rebekah Woodstock
Wardrobe Crew Lead Chloe DeMie
Wardrobe Crew Asst. Lead Sheridan Parkinson
Wardrobe Crew Everett Owen, Champagne Mark, Donny Kostel, Kaylah Duling, Jasper Bernardi, Ashlynn Kirkland, Clara Boas
Wardrobe Maint. Lead ................................ Klint Flowers
Wardrobe Maint. Asst. Lead ................... Illissa McBrayer
Wardrobe Maintenance .........Erika Warrix, Ashley Ortiz
Asst. Craft Shop Supervisor Cassandra Inman
Crafts Artisans Everett Owen, Christie Chandler, Doris Rynearson, Aubrie Shinozaki, Laura Iseley, Jamie Israel, Kelly Shepard
Wigs, Hair & Makeup
Wig Shop Supervisor Savannah Willis
WH&M Lead Kiki Lee
WH&M Asst. Lead
Kyndee Kitchen
WH&M Run Crew .................. Kayla Cook, Sarah Gibson, Isabella Monteleone, Fernando Monzon
WH&M Maintenance Crew
Wig Shop Asst Supervisor
Kami Foster, Rebecca Smith
Avant Johnston
Wig Assistant Kiki Lee
Wig Artisan Klint Flowers, Nova Cunningham
Wig Stylist Kyndee Kitchen
Wig Journeyman Sarah Gibson
Lighting
Electrics Lead ............................................. Graece Melton
House Electrician ........................................... Kyle McCoy
Bench Technicians Dow Lewis, Spencer Wilson
Light Board Operator Olive Mancilla
Spotlight Operators Suzanne Shugart, Grace Goosman, Rose Allen, Remi Wirick
Electrics Swing Kyle McCoy
Deck Electrician
Dakota Lamb
Production Electrician Cheri Snook
Production Draftsperson Viktoria Rees
Audio/Video
Audio Lead ............................................ Stephen Simpson
Video Lead .......................................................... Scott Hill
A1 Natatlie Cardona
A2 Lauren Brighton
Audio/Video Swing Ruben Juarez
Deck Audio Salem Turner, Annabell Mallard, Andrew Gaszo
Video Technician Al Ruggie
Special Effects & Pyrotechnics
Resident Pyrotechnics Designer Taylor Schroath
Pyrotechnicians .................. Tim Russell, Taylor Schroath
Lead Animal Trainer/Handler Kimberlee Davis
Asst. Lead Animal Trainer/Handler Gavin Lewis
Animal Trainer/Handlers Cicily Stevenson, Madison Johnson, Calun Whittaker
FACILITIES
Tuacahn Show Care
ShowCare Managing Director Julie Chapman
ShowCare Asst Manager .......................... Marie Oliphant
Concessions and Café
Food Service Manager Jody Lounsbury
Café Manager Christeen Neilson
Concessions Manager Bobbie Jo Dereksen
Gift Gallery & Saturday Market
Gift Gallery Manager Celeste Ledesma
Gift Gallery Asst. Manager Mary Joines
Maintenance & Grounds
Facilities Manager Kevin Lounsbury
Maintenance . L. Scott Larsen, Hunter Moon, JJ Hancock
Custodial Manager ............................... Kinley Lounsbury
Custodial Staff ......................... Cesar Lopez, Rocio Lopez, Staci Hutchings
Publisher Mills Publishing, Inc.
Printer .................................................... Hudson Printing
Program Coordinator ................................... Zoe Someah
Background Image Credit www.vecteezy.com
This Theatre operates under an agreement between the League of Resident Theatres and Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
Backstage employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (or I.A.T.S.E.)
Tuacahn is a proud supporter of THE ACTORS FUND www.ActorsFund.org
Jerry & Carolyn Atkin
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Eccles Foundation
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Christensen Family
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Federal copyright laws prohibit the use of cameras and recording devices during a show. Violators may be asked to leave the theatre without a refund and may be subject to copyright infringement actions. Cameras may be used on the plaza level before and after the show.
Please turn off all cell phones and other electronic devices. Texting is distracting to guests sitting near you and is not allowed.
Children under the age of 3 are not permitted into the amphitheatre. All guests age 3 and above must have their own ticket. Tuacahn provides Tuacahn ShowCare, an on-site child care service for children from infancy through 7 years old.
Get your hand stamped to re-enter the amphitheatre.
Ticket Pricing is based on demand and can be changed daily. Prices are only guaranteed at the time the order is processed. For best seating and prices, order your tickets early.
Tuacahn Concessions offers a variety of delicious foods and drinks, including regular and speciality popcorn, hot dogs, ice cream, soft drinks and much more.
is located on the Plaza and provides guests with an outstanding collection of jewelry, unique gifts, t-shirts, music and videos, a large selection of postcards and more! Open year round with extended hours on performance nights. It is staffed with helpful and friendly people.
Our house managers are in the amphitheatre for your safety and to ensure our guests have a pleasant stay while at Tuacahn. Any usher can help you locate a house manager if you need assistance or help with any situation.
In the event of an emergency, please walk to the nearest exit and follow instructions given by staff and ushers.
Contact an usher or house manager in case of an emergency.
You will be seated at an appropriate break in the performance.
Weather related cancellations are extremely rare. Many performances will continue in the rain. A production is never canceled in advance. Should there be a cancellation, listen for the information provided in the live announcements. A copy of Tuacahn’s Inclement Weather and Ticket Exchange Policies are available online at tuacahn.org. Please call the Tuacahn Box Office with any questions.
Restrooms are located on the Plaza adjacent to the Amphitheatre.
We’d love to hear from you!
Guest Relations
Tuacahn Center for the Arts 1100 North Tuacahn Drive, Ste. 1A Ivins, UT 84738
Phone: (435) 652-3300
Toll free: (800) 746-9882
Website: www.tuacahn.org
E-mail: boxoffice@tuacahn.org
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Reserve your ad space for the remaining Tuacahn Amphitheatre season featuring–The Little Mermaid, The Wizard of Oz and Newsies
July 12 –October 24, 2025
CD: 6/9/25 FR: 6/16/25
Also, consider advertising in the Million Dollar Quartet, Fall Concerts, and Elf The Musical.
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The restaurants advertising in the playbill invite you to join them for a unique southern Utah dining experience. Please support these business and let them know where you saw their ad.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 5pm–9pm, Friday & Saturday 4pm–9:30pm. Reservations encouraged, call 435-674-0095. 1234 West Sunset Blvd. St. George. www.anasazisteakhouse.com
Just minutes from Tuacahn! A unique dining experience in every sense of the word, we are celebrating a decade of great dining with our Tuacahn patrons. Fondue appetizers and desserts along with hot rock cooking can be enjoyed in a casual setting. It will be our pleasure to delight you with the tastiest of cuisine, along with our utmost attentive service. The best steaks in the Southwest are grilled to perfection by our chefs or cooked on a hot rock right at your table. Ask your waiter about our “Select Seasonal Cuts”. We also offer a great selection of wines, beers, cocktails, martinis, and single malt scotch to
accompany your meal. Come in and excite your senses and make it a truly memorable night.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11am – 9:30pm, Sunday 4pm – 9pm. Ancestor Square, 2 W St. George Blvd. #12, St. George. 435-6289538. Please join us for lunch or dinner.
Located in Ancestor Square, Benja Thai & Sushi Restaurant is one of St. George’s distinctive dining experiences. We use the freshest Thai herbs, making our entrees full of aroma, delicious and healthy. Our food is full of exotic contrasts and flavors, and each meal is prepared to order. Our sushi is “edible art”, made from the highest quality fish and seafood. We hope you feel comfortable and invited to our casual Thai atmosphere.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11am–9pm, closed Sunday. 435 North 1680 East # 14, St. George, 435-2519301 Please join us for lunch or dinner.
Located just south of Red Cliffs Mall. Join us at Benja Thai Garden restaurant, serving the same delectable flavors and exotic tastes of the orient Benja Thai is famous for! You’ll find our food and atmosphere nourishing for heart and soul.
Hours: 11 am–5 pm Monday thru Saturday – located inside BlvdHome 390 N. Mall Drive, St. George. Find us on the web at www.blvdhome.com, check us out on Facebook or just give us a call at 435-986-3115.
Relax and take a break from the “hurry-up and eat” world. The “BlvdHome Café” offers our famous 1/4lb hamburger with our homemade
bun, or a large selection of madeto-order deli sandwiches with fresh homemade buns, soups, salads, and tasty “daily specials”.
Hours: Open in summer for all three meals from 11:00 am–8:00 pm, seven days a week. 25 North Main St, Bryce Canyon City, UT 84764, www.rubysinn.com/restaurant-inbryce-canyon/canyon-diner
Located next to the Ruby’s Inn Main Lodge in Bryce Canyon City. Come find us near Bryce Canyon and enjoy our western fast food and freshly baked Piccadilly pizza. We’ve got something for everyone—burgers, halibut, bratwurst, shakes, burgers, steaks—and much more, either for dining in or taking out.
Hours: Open for all three meals from 6:30 am–9:30 pm, seven days a week. No reservations required. We have a Utah State Liquor
License. 26 South Main Street, Bryce Canyon City, 866-866-6634, www.rubysinn.com/restaurantin-bryce-canyon/cowboys-buffetsteak-room
Located at the Ruby’s Inn Main Lodge in Bryce Canyon City. Bring the whole family to our western-style buffet, complete with steaks, ribs, seafood, and other rustic cuisines. Our country décor fits well with Bryce Canyon, and our special Rustler’s Ribs will keep you coming back for more.
EBENEZER’S BARN & GRILL 435-834-8003 ebenezersbarnandgrill.com
Nightly dinner show running now through October 23. Buffet starts at 7:30 p.m. Music starts at 8:00 p.m. Enjoy Ebenezer’s while in Bryce Canyon at Ruby’s Inn.
Hours: Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 8 am–10 pm Open Late Friday and Saturday. Breakfast served Mon–Fri 8–11 am, Sat 8 am–noon, Sun 8 am–1 pm. Located on the corner of St. George Boulevard and Main, St. George. 435-216-7311, www.GeorgesCornerRestaurant.com.
Head over to historic downtown St. George for great American food At George’s! Following in the footsteps of the Big Hand Café that stood on this same spot from 1930 – 1963, George’s is the favorite gathering place for St. George residents and visitors alike. Promising “Especially Good Food”, you will be delighted with the menu and ambiance at George’s Corner in Ancestor Square.
Hours: Open 7 Days: 10 am - 9 pm
St. George locations: 1333 South Hilton Dr.; 619 South Mall Dr.; 5095 S. Desert Color Pkwy. Santa Clara 3687 Pioneer Pkwy
Jersey Mikes is now open in Santa Clara! Try our Delicious Chicken & Philly cheesesteaks or our freshly sliced roast beef, turkey, Ham or Italian cold subs.
Jersey Mikes has a variety of the best tasting highest quality meats and cheeses and produce available.
Hours: Open 7 days a week: Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30 am–4 pm & Dinner daily at 4 pm. Located at the Tower at Ancestor Square, 2 W. St. George Blvd. 435-634-1700, www.painted-pony.com
The Painted Pony is an exciting, unique restaurant serving innovative cuisine with regional specialties in an artistic, contemporary environment. Casual fine dining indoors or on the
patio. With an extensive wine list, generous portions, attentive service, and reasonable prices you’ll be sure to return to “The Pony” anytime you are in St. George.
Dine-in, take-out, or delivery is available at Pizza Factory (downtown) 435-628-1234, Pizza Factory Express (westside) 435-634-1234, and Pizza FactoryPineview (eastside) 435-688-2656, Ancestor Square 435-674-3753.
All St. George Pizza Factory locations use the best cheeses, meats, and veggies to custom-build a pizza to your specifications. The freshest, fussed-over salad bar in Southern Utah, house-made soups, unique sandwiches, and calzones are other tempting options. Southern Utah’s best pasta, freshest salads, and soups are found at the Pasta Factory in Ancestor Square. Custombuild your own Pasta meals by
choosing from a variety of noodles, sauces, and savory toppings, or enjoy one of our amazing entrees. Climate-controlled patio dining and banquet room available.
1091 N Bluff St #1004, St. George Daily 7 am–5 pm.
Offering a fresh, modern dining experience. Their unique menu features gourmet toast, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, smoothie bowls, coffee, espresso, and more - all made using only fresh and responsibly sourced ingredients. Whether you're starting your day with a wholesome breakfast, enjoying a leisurely brunch, or grabbing a quick lunch, Toastique is your go-to destination for exceptional flavors and quality.
250 North Main Red Cliffs Drive, St. George. TheShoppesatZion.com.
While shopping at the Shoppes at Zion we invite you to dine in one of these fine restaurants: Outback Steakhouse, Slice House Pizza, Sweet Rolled Tacos, Capriotti’s, Green Iguana, Berries n’ Cream, Taco Plaza, Papa’s Got Jerk, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Wing Nutz, Social District Bistro, Starbucks, SuperChix, Slice House Pizza, and Soul Ramen & Noodle Bar.
Lunch is served Monday–Friday 11 am–3 pm and Saturday until 3 with Breakfast starting at 9 am. Dinner is served on concert and Broadway show nights starting at 5 pm.
The Tuacahn Café serves burgers, hot sandwiches, salads, soups, and a kid’s menu for the little ones!
Where views and environment are preserved and diverse viewpoints and community are embraced.
Come enjoy hiking and biking while surrounded by the stunning red rock landscape, explore shopping and dining in the Art Village or see a show at the Center for the Arts. Not far from St. George in Southern Utah.
