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Odyssey Dance Theatre–THRILLER October 28–31

DIRECTOR’S NOTE Circle Boys as special guests! The Christmas Spectacular will be at The Grand Theatre and, new this year, Logan and Ogden, where we are offering a discount if you purchase both Thriller and Christmas Spectacular, SPECTACULAR.

Dear Patron, Welcome to Odyssey’s 32nd season! We had an incredible 31st Season, including winning Best of State Best Dance Company for the 19th year, and we are excited to embark on a new season of innovative and fun performances! We are delighted to have performances of Thriller in six Utah locations. In addition to Logan, we are performing at The Kenley Amphitheater in Layton, the Egyptian Theater in Ogden, as well as Park City, Salt Lake City and Tuacahn Amphitheatre. Our new holiday production Christmas Spectacular, SPECTACULAR has been a tremendous success and proved we have another hit on our hands! We are pleased to bring it back for the third year in a row with David Osmond, starring once again in the shows. We are pleased to announce the addition of the Full 8 | tuacahn . org

Shut Up & Dance will see the return of two audience favorites: Let it Be and MJ, along with UNLEASHED! - Odyssey Dancers talents on full display. A full evening of repertory works with several world premieres. The show will close with a trip down memory lane with SOULTOWN REVIVAL - a tribute to the early sounds of Motown. UNLEASHED will be a tour de force showcasing Odyssey’s eclectic styles and dynamic dancers! Don’t miss any of them. Season tickets are on sale through October 24th (go to www.odysseydance.com). See our What’s Coming page and ads for information on our dance convention in Ogden, The Feedback Forum, February 4th to 6th 2027 and a sneak peak of our new Odyssey Dance Conservatory coming to Daybreak. But, for now, we hope you will enjoy Thriller. We have all of the favorites from the past plus a few new surprises. Thank you for continuing this odyssey with us! Best wishes, Derryl Yeager Artistic Director

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Artists

CARSON OLIVER

ASPEN BROWN

PEITER MORTENSEN

EMILY KIDMAN

BELLA BEITLER

BERKLEY HOUCHIN

BECCA MITCHELL

IRELAND JONES

NAOMI REID

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ADIN PRACIC

AINSLEY WHARTON

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RYLEE ALTENBURG

SIERRA MINIO

ISAIAH VALENTIN

LILY FARRAR OLIVER

KENNEDY PETERSON

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ACT I

Thriller

Choreography - Derryl Yeager

Becca Mitchell Lily Farrar Oliver Lea Kosterlitz Sierra Minio Naomi Reid RyLee Altenburg Emily Kidman Ireland Jones Ava Furukawa Liesel Blue Kennedy Peterson Maile Yukiko Naleah Peerson Taylee Hunter McKenna Peterson Aspen Brown Bella Beitler Alessandra Brooke Berkley Houchin Ainsley Wharton Peiter Mortensen Carson Oliver Mos Hernandez Isaiah Valentin David Pinkerton Adin Pracic

Bubbles the Clown John Boy

Curse of the Mummy Choreography - Chantele Cook, Rick Robinson, Derryl Yeager

Mummy – Peiter Mortensen Carson Oliver Mos Hernandez Isaiah Valentin David Pinkerton Adin Pracic Maidens & Mummies Becca Mitchell Lily Farrar Oliver Lea Kosterlitz Sierra Minio Naomi Reid RyLee Altenburg Emily Kidman Ireland Jones Ava Furukawa Liesel Blue Kennedy Peterson Maile Yukiko Naleah Peerson Taylee Hunter McKenna Peterson Aspen Brown Bella Beitler Alessandra Brooke Berkley Houchin Ainsley Wharton

Miss Alli’s Nightmare Choreography - Kelly Messerly, Nancy Hansen

Miss Alli – Becca Mitchell/RyLee Altenburg/ Ainsley Wharton /Veronica Cabling Company Members

Frankenstein & Frankenstein Choreography - Derryl Yeager

Frank – Peiter Mortensen Carson Oliver Mos Hernandez Isaiah Valentin David Pinkerton Adin Pracic 12 | tuacahn . org

Frankie – Becca Mitchell Lily Farrar Oliver Lea Kosterlitz Sierra Minio Naomi Reid RyLee Altenburg Ireland Jones Ava Furukawa Liesel Blue Kennedy Peterson Naleah Peerson Berkley Houchin

Choreography – Veronica Cabling

Peiter Mortensen David Pinkerton Lea Kosterlitz Emily Kidman Maile Yukiko Aspen Brown

Dem Bones

Choreography - Michelle Butterfield

Black Widow Aerial Choreography by Aeris Aerial Arts

Matisse Seal/Jocelyn Andreason

Annabelle of the Ball Choreography – Derryl Yeager

Nun – Becca Mitchell RyLee Altenburg School Girls – Lily Farrar Oliver Naomi Reid Maile Yukiko Taylee Hunter Aspen Brown Bella Beitler Berkley Houchin Ainsley Wharton Annabelles – Lea Kosterlitz Sierra Minio Emily Kidman Ireland Jones Ava Furukawa Liesel Blue Kennedy Peterson Maile Yukiko Naleah Peerson McKenna Peterson Alessandra Brooke

Jason Jam

Choreography - Derryl Yeager

Peiter Mortensen Carson Oliver Mos Hernandez

Isaiah Valentin David Pinkerton Adin Pracic Ava Furukawa Becca Mitchell Emily Kidman

15- minute Intermission

ACT II

Gomez & Morticia Lily Farrar Oliver/Carson Oliver Peiter Mortensen/Emily Brooks Adin Pracic/Aspen Brown

Children of the Corn Choreography - Eldon Johnson

Scarecrows – Lea Kosterlitz Ava Furukawa Liesel Blue Kennedy Peterson Maile Yukiko Naleah Peerson McKenna Peterson Aspen Brown Peiter Mortensen Carson Oliver Mos Hernandez Children – Company

Dance Beyond the Grave Choreography – Derryl Yeager

Troy McGee and Erica Bryce

Bubbles the Clown John Boy

Phantom of the Opera Aerial Choreography by Aeris Aerial Arts

Mark Webber Matisse Seal/Jocelyn Andreason

Salem’s Mass

Choreography - Chantele Cook

The Priest – Peiter Mortensen Carson Oliver Mos Hernandez Isaiah Valentin David Pinkerton Adin Pracic The Accused & Avenged Becca Mitchell Lily Farrar Oliver Lea Kosterlitz Sierra Minio Naomi Reid RyLee Altenburg Emily Kidman Ireland Jones Ava Furukawa Liesel Blue Kennedy Peterson Maile Yukiko Naleah Peerson Taylee Hunter McKenna Peterson Aspen Brown Bella Beitler Alessandra Brooke Berkley Houchin Ainsley Wharton

Casper’s Last Dance

Choreography – Veronica Cabling

Batman

Isaiah Valentin

Chucky-Rama

Choreography - Derryl Yeager

Bubbles the Clown John Boy

Lost Boys

Choreography - Derryl Yeager

Peiter Mortensen Carson Oliver Mos Hernandez Isaiah Valentin David Pinkerton Adin Pracic Becca Mitchell Emily Kidman Lea Kosterlitz Naomi Reid RyLee Altenburg Ireland Jones Ava Furukawa Kennedy Peterson Maile Yukiko McKenna Peterson The Meal – Becca Mitchell Lily Farrar Oliver Lea Kosterlitz Sierra Minio Naomi Reid RyLee Altenburg Emily Kidman Ava Furukawa Liesel Blue

Transfiguration an Andrew Yeager Film

Trick or Treat

Choreography – Derryl Yeager

Ava Furukawa & Company

Thriller Finale

Choreography - Derryl Yeager

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Youth Casts CHUCKY CASTS Oct 28, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Skylee Blauer Jayde Bundy Piper Hollingshead Madelyn McCann Ellie Mitchell Mikella Roundy Ivy Stanton Emi Stone Claire Thompson Jayden Thurgood Alta Tibbs

Oct 29, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Harper Bishoff Mabry Brown Chezney Graff Paige Jackson Emmy Mann JoJo Mortensen Nayvee Shakespear Emi Stone Sophie Swindlehurst Brielle Whitney Jordynn Wilson

Oct 30, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Skylee Blauer Jayde Bundy Piper Hollingshead Madelyn McCann Ellie Mitchell Mikella Roundy Ivy Stanton Emi Stone Claire Thompson Jayden Thurgood Alta Tibbs

Oct 31, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Harper Bishoff Mabry Brown Chezney Graff Paige Jackson Emmy Mann JoJo Mortensen Nayvee Shakespear Emi Stone Sophie Swindlehurst Brielle Whitney Jordynn Wilson

ZOMBIE CASTS Oct 28, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Avee Archibald Kate Boatright Emma Bulloch Hayden Burt Jax Davis Madi Davis Capri England Brennon Gough Kam Gubler Harper Griffith Railee Harrison Bentlee Herben Tayah Hutchinson Angelina Kirchhausen Greyson LeFevre Jetta Moore Carli Myers Saylor Robertson Zora Roberts Journey Rowden Taleah Schudde Yvonne Shenah Jerra Turlington Ameira Wallis Holland Williams Lou Williams Adalyn Willinger

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Oct 29, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Kate Boatright Lily Boatright Hayden Burt Emmalina Cordero Jax Davis Madi Davis Avery Domina Kam Gubler Harper Griffith Railee Harrison Bentlee Herben Tayah Hutchinson Braylyn Larson Lyla Lavaki Dresden Keate Kailo Klc Greyson LeFevre Jetta Moore Carli Myers Mya Pugsley Saylor Robertson Zora Roberts Zoey Rogers Journey Rowden Yvonne Shenah Londyn Stone Ella Torres Jerra Turlington Italia Venuti Loya Wainwright Holland Williams Lou Williams Adalyn Willinger Ruthie West

Oct 30, 2026 - 7:30 PM

Oct 31, 2026 - 7:30 PM

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John Boy (Bubbles the Clown) John Boy is an actor/recording artist/comedian from New York City. As a performer, John Boy has toured North America in the Broadway National Tour of “Cats” (Rum Tum Tugger). New York City credits include: Missed Connections: A Craig’s List musical (Broadway workshop), Poserville (Julian), Alice In Cyberland (Cheshire Cat), and Tarnish (Greg). Regional theatre credits include: Cats (Rum Tum Tugger) at Tuacahn Amphitheatre, ODT’s Thriller (Bubbles the Clown), Hair (Berger), Big River (The Duke), Annie (Rooster), and Joseph... (Gad/The Baker).

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John Boy is also an award winning choreographer who has had the pleasure of working with Kristin Chenoweth and the original Broadway cast of Wicked (benefits and promotional events). Other choreographer credits include: The Glamazons (America’s Got Talent), Nudists In Love (NYFringe), Pippin (University of Illinois), Hair, and Godspell. John Boy is currently working in NYC on new music. His debut cd, “Choked Not Broken” and “The Nocturnal Circus” (featuring the hit song “Skinny Me”) are available worldwide. For more info on John Boy or for more fun with Bubbles and updates on future shows, go to: www.theboyexperience. com, Instagram @theboyexperience, facebook.com/johnboymusic, or follow Bubbles the Clown on Instagram @Bubblestheklown1, TikTok @Bubblestheklown1, Facebook at Bubblestheklown or Twitter: @bubblestheklown. Last but not least, don’t forget snapchat at snaptheklown.

The Fab Four–The Ultimate Tribute November 4

If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute. The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” “Twist And Shout,” “Here Comes The Sun,” and “Hey Jude”, the Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing. Their incredible stage performances include three costume changes representing every era of the Beatles ever-changing career, and this loving tribute to the Beatles has amazed audiences in countries around the world, including Japan, Australia, France, Hong Kong, The United Kingdom, Germany, Mexico and Brazil. The Fab Four is truly the Ultimate tribute.

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Jimmy’s Buffet November 5

Vibe to the sounds of live steel pans, vibrant congas, and rich Caribbean harmonies. Soak in the beach-loving spirit, full of sing-alongs, dancing, and a wild stageshow that feels like an endless summer night. You’ll hear all the classic hits: Margaritaville, Fins, A Pirate Looks at Forty, along with deep cuts that make every true Buffett fan feel right at home. Expect beach balls to be flying, leis swaying, and a crowd that’s part of the show. Whether it’s your first Buffett experience or your hundredth, you’ll leave our concert feeling like you’ve been part of a legendary island party.

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The Music Of Billy Joel & Elton John starring Michael Cavanaugh November 6

The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John features the greatest hits of these two great rock piano legends. Songs include: Piano Man, Rocket Man, Bennie and the Jets, Movin’ Out, I’m Still Standing, My Life, and many more. PollStar ranked this show in the Top 50 touring Acts/Shows the last two years. Michael Cavanaugh stars in this production. He was handpicked by Billy Joel to star in the hit Broadway musical Movin’ Out. Michael received both Tony and Grammy nominations in the lead role. Billboard calls him the “New Voice of the American Rock and Roll Songbook”. Broadway World referred to Cavanaugh as “The New Piano Man”. Reuters named Cavanaugh Entertainer of the Year.

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An Acoustic Evening with Chris Young November 7

One of Billboard’s top country artists of the decade, the prolific hitmaker boasts 14 No. 1 singles and 9 Billion+ streams;an unbroken streak of success built on songs that balance country roots with a modern edge—and connect through real feeling. A member of the historic Grand Ole Opry, global arena headliner, and creative force of nature, the CMT Award winner and ACM, AMA, CMA and GRAMMY nominee has written and co-produced much of the work behind his 54RIAA certifications, boasting a career which bridges multiple phases of country expression. But in joining Black River Entertainment as his new label home, the seasoned entertainer named “one of his era’s finest traditionalists” by the Associated Press feels refreshed, bringing his much-loved style into the future. His bold tenth album—I Didn’t Come Here To Leave—kicks off the Tennessee native’s next act. The record’s 14 fresh songs, including 11 co-writes, mark the start of a new chapter as Young hits a new stride. Re-centering his foundation of timeless romance, while embracing the energy of his legendary live shows (and bringing his deep vocal rumble “back to my baritone roots”), the set represents the most complete cross-section of his creative vision –maybe ever– and the highest level of craftsmanship in Young’s remarkable career. Also co-producing alongside Andy Sheridan(Rascal Flatts, Avery Anna), the star’s keen country instincts take center stage as he ticks off multiple bucket-list boxes. Passionate attention to detail was poured over every syllable of every lyric, and with the old-school recording dynamic found only in a live studio band, the vivid result acts like Young’s career itself – a connecting point between the glory days of country’s past, and the exhilarating ecstasy of a new dawn. “It’s wild to step back and see a really long list of things I’ve gotten to do already. ... But I didn’t come here to leave.” For more information, visit chrisyoungcountry. com and join @ChrisYoungMusic and his more than 7.5millionfans on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X. 22 | tuacahn . org

Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees November 11

STAYIN’ ALIVE offers to their audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees playlist, singing blockbusters such as “Night Fever”, “Jive Talkin’”, “How Deep Is Your Love”, “You Should Be Dancing”, “Nights on Broadway” and “Stayin’ Alive”. In addition, they perform softer poetic ballads such as “I Started a Joke”, “Massachusetts”, “Fanny Be Tender”, “Words” and “To Love Somebody” among other great hits. STAYIN’ ALIVE is the largest and most definitive production of its kind, offering big screen video clips, photos and dazzling imagery. STAYIN’ ALIVE has played intimate settings as a six piece band and huge venues with a 62 piece orchestra. STAYIN’ ALIVE is the quintessential tribute band to the Bee Gees, capturing the excitement of live performance and the tender subtleties of the human voice!

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Straight No Chaser November 12

Look up “holiday music” in the dictionary, and it’s likely that there is a photo of the nine-person a cappella group Straight No Chaser instead of a standard definition. For more than two decades, the group has provided the soundtrack of the season, bringing millions of fans to their feet while putting them in the holiday spirit. Year after year, fans anxiously await the moment they can officially hit play on Straight No Chaser favorites. And this year is no different. Straight No Chaser is back on tour, serving up an all-you-can-eat buffet of holiday music (with none of the calories) as they cross the U.S. from October through December. The nine-man act of Walter Chase, Jerome Collins, Seggie Isho, Michael Luginbill, Steve Morgan, Luke Bob Robinson, Jasper Smith, Tyler Trepp and Freedom Young has served as a festive blend of harmonious voices for more than two and a half decades, having recently celebrated their 25th anniversary. Even though the group has been together for a quarter of a century, the thrill of performing holiday songs for old and new fans alike is not lost on them. “Christmas is so awesome, and we are blessed to get to celebrate with people across the country 60 times over the holiday season,” Steve says. “Performing at shows where we see people run the gamut of emotions from laughter to tears, and seeing families come together to savor the season, it’s a fantastic gift for us each night!” Thankfully, the SNC holiday tour is a gift that requires no wrapping and one that everyone delights in sharing. To date, the band has sold more than three million albums worldwide, sold more than 1.5 million tickets worldwide, earned 100 million+ YouTube views, and racked up over one billion streams. In the midst of a season filled with seemingly endless to-dos, fans are sure to feel a sense of fun and escapism that have consistently served as familiar themes of Straight No Chaser’s music. One thing is for sure: The band will wow audiences at their live shows, from the first scent of pumpkin spice in October all the way through the anticipation of champagne bubbles to ring in the new year. 24 | tuacahn . org

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Rodney Atkins has charted at least one radio single at Country Radio in three different decades all while being on the same record label (Curb Records). That sort of commitment and longevity defines the man. He is an artist with multi-generational impact whose voice has been a mainstay at Country Radio, challenging all of us to be better no matter our age – parents who are now grandparents, and adults who first heard Rodney while eating a happy meal in their booster seat. The ACM Award-winning artist – who has one of the most recognized and powerful voices in Country Music – has over 4 billion global streams; six number one radio singles; 16.5 million RIAA-certified units over 9 singles and 3 albums; has performed on NBC’s TODAY Show, GMA’s Strahan & Sara, and FOX & Friends; and his song “Watching You” was named Number One Song of the Decade by Country Aircheck and earned the songwriter a BMI “Million-Air” Award. Through the hell we all inevitably go through at some point in life, Atkins has cemented mega-hits in our hearts and minds that help us remain focused on those who matter most. The superstar, who is more interested in connecting with loyal fans and supporting the United States Military than grabbing headlines, is putting his masterful finishing touches on new music that will begin to release in late 2024 and early 2025, beginning with first song, “True South,” on November 22, 2024. 26 | tuacahn . org

U.S. Navy Band Commodores November 14

As the Navy’s premier jazz ensemble, the Commodores have been performing the very best of big band jazz for the Navy and the nation for more than 50 years. Formed in 1969, this 18-member group continues the jazz big band legacy with some of the finest musicians in the world. The Commodores’ mission includes public concerts, national concert tours, ceremonial support in honoring our veterans, jazz education classes and clinics, and protocol performances for high-level military and civilian government officials.

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