Urinetown
July 26-28, 2024 July 26-28, 2024
Music and Mark Lyrics Greg otis
Directed and Choreographed by Susan Jung
July 26 - 28, 2024 at Loveland Stage Company Theatre
Starring:
Tobi Aina • Jennah Blair • Brandon Cole • Elias Dean • Grace Goodwin • Justin Hanks • Sam Hoyer • Mackensie King •
Maggie Komp • Matt Lovell • Tony Mann • John Sloan • Jocelyn Sluka • Monica Tenhover • Terry Webb • Erica Wethington • John Woll
Music Director
Mark Femia
Stage Manager
Shannon Eaton
Technical Director
Jim Jung
URINETOWN is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI) All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI wwwmtishowscom
URINETOWN was produced on Broadway in September, 2001 by the Araca Group and Dodger Theatricals in association with TheaterDreams, Inc., and Lauren Mitchell
Cast
OFFICER LOCKSTOCK………………………………………………………………………..Brandon Cole
PENELOPE PENNYWISE……………………………………………………………...Mackensie King
BOBBY STRONG……………………………………………………………………………………..…Sam Hoyer
LITTLE SALLY…………………………………………………………………………………………....Jennah Blair
DR. BILLEAUX/TINY TOM…………………………….………………………………………….Tony Mann
MR. MCQUEEN……………………………………….…………….…………………………………Terry Webb
SENATOR FIPP Matt Lovell
OFFICER BARREL John Sloan
HOPE CLADWELL………………………………………………………………………….…Grace Goodwin
OLD MAN STRONG/HOT BLADES HARRY………………………….……………..John Woll
SOUPY SUE/GIRL COP #2……………………………………………………………..Maggie Komp
CALDWELL B. CLADWELL……………………………………………………………..….Justin Hanks
JOSEPHINE STRONG/OLD WOMAN………………………………………...….Jocelyn Sluka
LITTLE BECKY TWO SHOES……………………………………………………...Monica Tenhover
MRS. MILLENIUM/GIRL COP #1……….………….…………………...…. Erica Wethington
ROBBY THE STOCKFISH/UGC EXEC #2…………………………………………...Elias Dean
BILLY BOY BILL/UGC EXEC #1……………….……………….………………………………..Tobi Aina
Creative Team
Director/Choreographer………………………………………………………..………..…....Susan Jung
Set Designer/Technical Director Jim Jung
Music Director Mark Femia
Stage Manager…………………………………………………………………….……..…….Shannon Eaton
Costume Mistress……………………………………………………………….……..Christine Hansford
Assistant Stage Managers…………………….…………Jaden Idris, Jake Kaesemeyer
Technical Crew………………………………………………………………………. Andrew Theademan
Follow Spot………………………………………………………………………………..……..Caleigh McFawn
Company Manager………………………………………………………………………………….Gabe Hoyer
Program Designer…..…………………………………………………………………………………..….Will Ellis
The Story Collective
Artistic Director……………………………………………………….………..………………….…..Susan Jung
Managing Director………………………………………………………….….……………………Gabe Hoyer
Operations Director…………………………………………………………..……...………………...Jim Jung
Community Engagement Director Justin Hanks
Communications Director Jenna Schroeder Board Members….……………………………………………………..…..Julie Carnes, Jane Garee, Molly Milligan, Ben Stevens
Interns……………………………………………………………….…………Peyton Andry, Lania Skinner
Overture
Scenes and Songs
ACT ONE
Too Much Exposition – Lockstock and Company
Urinetown – Full Company
It's a Privilege to Pee – Pennywise and the Poor
It's a Privilege to Pee (Reprise) - Lockstock and the Poor
Mr. Cladwell – Cladwell, Hope, Mr. McQueen, and the Office Staff
Cop Song – Lockstock, Barrel, and Cops
Follow Your Heart – Hope and Bobby
Look at the Sky – Bobby and the Poor
Don't Be the Bunny – Cladwell and the Office Staff
Act One Finale – Bobby, Cladwell, Hope, and Company
ACT TWO
What is Urinetown? – Little Becky Two Shoes, Hot Blades Harry, Cladwell, Bobby, Little Sally, Lockstock, and the Poor
Snuff That Girl – Hot Blades Harry, Little Becky Two Shoes, and the Poor
Run, Freedom, Run! – Bobby and the Poor
Follow Your Heart (Reprise) – Hope
Why did I Listen to that Man? – Pennywise, Fipp, Lockstock, Barrel, Hope, and Bobby
Tell Her I Love Her – Little Sally, Bobby, Soupy Sue, Tiny Tom, and Josephine
We're Not Sorry – Little Sally, Hot Blades Harry, Josephine, Soupy Sue, and Company
I'm Not Sorry (Reprise) - Cladwell and Pennywise
I See a River – Hope, Little Becky Two Shoes, Josephine, and Company
Director’s Note
It’s 2003 and I’m chaperoning a field trip to NYC in the dead of winter with a group of HS students eager to see and experience Broadway Shows. After a fun but slightly disappointing production of Thoroughly Modern Millie (Sutton Foster was out with bronchitis), my friend who had organized the trip said we were going to a show called Urinetown. I had never heard of it. We walked into the theatre lobby, through a dark and cramped hallway which then opened out into a set full of metal platforms and dingy scenery. I honestly didn’t know what to think. When the house lights dimmed, a man in a prison suit and chains was led across the tallest platform down onto the stage area and into a fenced in section. He sat down at a keyboard and played that fabulous opening phrase. I immediately thought – I am going to love everything about this And I did This brilliantly written satire with an incredible score inspired me so much that it took me 21 years to finally muster up the courage to direct it I grew up drawn to the classic and somewhat offbeat humor of I Love Lucy, Carol Burnett, and Monty Python, and I would watch them over and over trying to figure out what made shows like them so funny. I knew it was making a big impact on me, I just didn’t know why. Now I do. Comedy has always been very important to me because I believe that laughter is connective and healing. When I was younger, I longed to feel like part of a close-knit group and needed a place to forget some hurts. Now that I’m an adult, it is even more crucial for me to have those things In sharing moments of laughter, I find comfort and community It’s one of the reasons TSC was founded It’s why I have loved every minute of the Urinetown journey This cast, this production team, they are some of the most stellar people you will ever meet. From day one, we shared laughter, and I knew it was going to be a great show. My challenge to you is that at some point during the show, take a moment to recognize how you are feeling as you share laughter with those around you. I hope it brings you whatever you need.
Enjoy the show!
Susan Jung Director and Choreographer, Urinetown Artistic Director, The Story Collective
Who’s Who
Tobi Aina (Billy Boy Bill/UGC Executive #1)
Tobi Aina is a recent graduate of Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy and is so excited to be in his first professional show and first show for The Story Collective. In high school, he was very active in theater with shows like Something Rotten (Nick Bottom), 42 Street (Julian Marsh), and Children of Eden (Japheth). He was a 2024 Overture Finalist for musical theater and will matriculate at the College of Wooster this summer with a minor in theater. Off the stage, Tobi enjoys playing lacrosse, writing, and filmmaking He is so thankful to the cast and crew for being very welcoming and accepting to him. He dedicates this performance to his family and to God and hopes you enjoy the show.
Jennah Blair (Little Sally)
Jennah Blair (she/her) is thrilled to make her debut with The Story Collective in her role as Little Sally. She received a Bachelor of Arts at Wilmington College, where she studied Theatre, Communication Arts, Music & Media. She was recognized with the Major Academic Award in her field of study. Her most recent roles are Alyssa Greene in the Cincinnati Regional Premiere of The Prom (Awarded Excellence in Musical Theatre Performance), Hope Cladwell in Urinetown, Ariel Moore in Footloose, Veronica Sawyer in Heathers, Mona in Chicago, Luisa in The Fantasticks and more. When she is not on stage, you can find her behind a camera or a makeup brush. She is an experienced stage and fashion makeup artist, photographer, and media creator She also enjoys spending time creating music, writing, and crafting. Jennah is a cat mom to a 1 year old orange cat named Jasper. She loves her career in marketing and performing. She is grateful for her friends and family, for their love and support. She is also grateful for her mentors and coaches for their guidance and knowledge. You can follow her @jennah.blair and @jennahmariephotography on Instagram.
Brandon Cole (Officer Lockstock)
Brandon is very excited to play Officer Lockstock. He can’t wait to show the audience all the work the ast and crew have put into the show. Brandon says “This is one of the unniest shows I’ve been a part of I'm sure you'll love it!” He thanks his amily and friends for their support.
Dean (Robby the Stockfish/UGC
Exec #2) This is irst production with The Story Collective and he could not be more d! As a youngster he could often be seen rounding up his cousins to m original plays for the adults. He has a real knack for learning and ming accents and is enthused to be a part of a production where he use them. He was most recently seen in Breaking the Code with Theatre (Nikos) and Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express with Footlighter’s (Monsieur Bouc). He is also a freelance illustrator and writer currently working on his first novel!
race Goodwin (Hope Cladwell) Grace Goodwin is a junior sical theatre major at Wright State University and is so excited to kle this dream role! Previous credits of hers include [title of show] usan), A Doll’s House, pt 2 (Nora u/s), The Liar (Clarice u/s), The nchback of Notre Dame (Esmeralda, OCTA & Orchid Award*), Beauty he Beast (Belle), Bye Bye Birdie (Rosie Alvarez), and 42nd Street eggy Sawyer). Besides performing, directing, and choreographing, ace loves playing Carole King on the piano and tap dancing. She’d like thank God, her parents, all of her grade school and WSU teachers, san, and anyone else who’s supported her this far. She hopes you w!
stin Hanks (Caldwell B. Cladwell)
Justin is an ward-winning performer with 20+ years of experience under his belt. hile celebrated for his zany characters and spot-on impressions, he’s so a distinguished director and playwright. In 2024 alone, he’s appeared Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Pharaoh), Red Velvet ake War (Newt), Crab Cakes & Murder (Stone), Home Brew Theatre 7, SC’s Birthday Bash, and Crushin’ It Vol 2, the last of which he also wrote nd co-directed. His other stage credits include Seussical (Horton), eauty and the Beast (Beast), Wizard of Oz (Cowardly Lion), Children of rs (Ken), Play That Goes Wrong (Chris), Dearly Departed (Royce), ight (Remnar), and Great American Trailer Park Musical (Norbert). Additionally, Justin has spent the past three years performing and writing for Queen City Vaudevillians – a local comedy and variety troupe. Justin’s passion for theatre is evident as he even recently proposed to his fiancé, the handsome Andrew Theademan, mid-performance! Alongside his role as Community Engagement Director at TSC, he holds staff positions at Loveland Stage Company, Loveland Shorts Film Festival, and ACT Cincinnati. At the June ACT/OCTA Convention, Justin was honored with a whopping four individual acting awards. Up next, you can catch him in Mason Community Players’ production of Schoolhouse Rock Live. Justin is excited to be back on stage with The Story Collective and expresses admiration for the talented cast and crew Urine for a treat!
Sam Hoyer (Bobby Strong)
Sam is thrilled to get back on stage, being part of a cast of such talented and lovely people! It’s been almost two years since Sam has performed, and is grateful to Susan Jung for the opportunity to do the thing he loves. Professional credits include The Pirates of Penzance, Side by Side by Sondheim, and The Epic Story College credits include Something Rotten, A Little Night Music, as well as directing The Last Five Years with 11th Hour Theatre Company. Sam attended Otterbein University, where he studied Musical Theatre under Broadway s Thom Christopher Warren and many other amazing professors, and he interned in New York City with Shorey Walker and The Growing Studio. Special shoutout to Dakota and Chloe, Sam’s doggo and catto. Enjoy the show!
Mackensie King (Penelope Pennywise)
Mackensie King is hrilled to be making her TSC debut! She is the current Artistic Director for TheatreLab Dayton. She was most recently seen on stage as The Baker’s Wife with TLD. She would like to thank the TSC family for being so welcoming and her family and friends for all of their support. She would ike to dedicate this performance to Janelle Chamness, who shared her ove of sarcasm wrapped into song.
Maggie Komp (Soupy Sue/Girl Cop #2
) Maggie Komp was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky. She moved to the Cincinnati area to attend Northern Kentucky University, from where she recently graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Performance with a Dance Focus While attending NKU, Maggie was very involved in the student-run studio series, the Henry Konstantinow Theatre. Through this wonderful program, she was able to expand her talents from performance to also include producing, set designing, and administration. This studio series taught Maggie that creativity and drive in the arts is what keeps theatre alive. She is thrilled to join The Story Collective of Cincinnati for the first time in Urinetown! Some of her favorite credits include Jo March (Little Women: The Musical), Juliet (Romeo and Juliet), Maria/Lisa Simpson (Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play), and Lady Macbeth (Macbeth). She wants to thank her parents, family, and beautiful cat, Willow, for their continued love and support!
Matt Lovell (Senator Fipp)
Matt Lovell is a Progressive rock and new wave aficionado that has appeared as Father Christmas and The Minotaur in Narnia for The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati, Father in Children of Eden, Jimmer Negamanee (from Menominee) in Escanaba in da Moonlight, Sister Mary Leo in Nunsense A-Men, and The Tiger in Life of Pee All the world over, it's so easy to pee People everywhere just want to pee free. Don't Worry! Pee Happy!
Tony Mann (Dr. Billeaux/Tiny Tom)
Tony would like to lcome everyone to the show and thank you for coming out to see what s like when people can't pee for free! He is excited to bring you his rsion of Tiny Tom and Dr. Billeaux two characters that are different in o very unique ways. Tony is originally from Indiana and has resided in io for almost five years now He moved this way when he made the oice to take up the craft of musical theatre and acting. Tony is a student of Susan Jung, and says “she taught me all I know about the art, and I am honored to call such a wonderful woman, friend.” Tony thanks the cast and creative team of Urinetown “All these actors and actresses work so hard to give you a great show tonight. Their dedication to that has inspired me to do the same. We really, really hope you enjoy the show!”
John Sloan (Officer Barrel)
John performed in a handful of plays while in high school, but didn't discover his true passion for theatre until he was in college. Graduating from Bowling Green State University in 2004 with a B.A. in music and theatre, he went on to work at Walt Disney World for about a year before moving back to Cincinnati. He has called Loveland Stage Company home since 2011 and has performed in or worked on over 20 shows there, including directing their productions of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Don't Drink the Water, and Company. He even met his wife, Carissa, at LSC. Elsewhere, he has also performed in many shows for Cincinnati Music Theatre and Footlighters, Inc. among other theatre groups and is thrilled to be making his debut with The Story Collective. Favorite roles include Major-General Stanley in The Pirates of Penzance (Showboat Majestic), Igor in Young Frankenstein (Loveland Stage Company), Smee in Peter and the Starcatcher (Footlighters, Inc.), and Fagin in Oliver! (Eastside Players). John has also been an adjudicator for ACT-Cincinnati since 2018 and enjoys going to see plays and musicals all around the Cincinnati area. Enjoy the show and thank you for supporting live theatre!
Jocelyn Sluka (Josephine Strong/Old Woman) Jocelyn
is thrilled to be performing once again with The Story Collective. She played Ouiser in Steel Magnolias, Evelyn in Variety!, Mombi in The Orphan of Oz, and is a member of their improv team Collective Effort. She is also a principal actress and Managing Director for Friends of the Groom Theater Company based in Cincinnati, Ohio. In her over thirty five years as a professional actor and singer, she has worked with a variety of regional and educational theaters, and in touring productions for US troops stationed in Germany, as well as performing with Improv Cincinnati. As an educator, she has taught throughout the U.S. as well as in Greece, Uganda, England, Israel, Jordan and China. She has a B.A. in Theatre from the University of Kentucky, and is a member of SAG/AFTRA doing commercial work, films and voiceovers.
Monica Tenhover (Little Becky Two Shoes)
Monica is rilled to make her debut with The Story Collective! She extends her eartfelt thanks to Susan, Mark, and the entire production team for this credible opportunity Monica earned her BFA in Acting from Northern entucky University and has performed with various companies roughout the Tri-State area. Some of her favorite roles include Rona Lisa eretti in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Jo March in Little omen the Musical, Julia Sullivan in The Wedding Singer, and Magenta in he Rocky Horror Show. By day, Monica manages Wyoming Pastry Shop es their support during this journey. She is especially grateful to her cast for rekindling her love for the stage and welcoming her back into this community with open arms. Monica dedicates her return to performing in loving memory of her mother, whose spirit continues to inspire her. She hopes you enjoy the show as much as she enjoys being part of it and encourages everyone to support The Story Collective for bringing this wonderful production to life!
Terry Webb (Mr. McQueen)
Terry's previous experience with The Story Collective includes performing in shows such as The Play that Goes Wrong, Orphan of Oz, and Variety! Terry has also assisted in set construction for The Musical of Musicals: the Musical. Terry has performed as Sammy Davis Jr. in Murder and Merriment's Rat Pack & Poison. Terry is also the Artistic Director for DearDotNettieMae Productions He is currently working on DearDotNettieMae's new play Love Changes Again which will be his Directorial debut! Growing up in Cincinnati Ohio, Terry not only performed in the concert orchestra and acapella choir but also performed in many theatrical productions including Coffee House Theater, Oedipus, Almost Maine, Into The Woods, Twelfth Night, and Tarzan: the Musical. After graduating from high school, Terry attended Wright State University as a Theatre Design/Technology major specializing in Prop Making. As much as he loves to perform, Terry likes working with his hands as well and has an interest in what goes on behind the stage. Terry worked as a Prop Master/Prop Run Crew Member/Prop Run Crew Head on many Wright State productions including Wright State's production of Urinetown. Terry credits the Man upstairs as well as the love and support of his family and friends for his talents and success
Erica Wethington (Mrs. Millenium/Girl Cop #1) Erica
Wethington is thrilled to be making her TSC debut in Urinetown the Musical though the Loveland Stage Co is no stranger to her! You may have seen her recently in LSC’s productions of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Narrator) and Big Fish (Young Jenny Hill). You can catch her next in the company of Matilda the Musical at Cincinnati Music Theatre this Fall. When not performing, Erica is an active music and theater educator. She hopes you enjoy the show!
John Woll (Old Man Strong/Hot Blades Harry)
John is so excited to make his TSC debut and return to the Loveland Stage in this wildly dystopian show A long time ‘Theater Kid’, John attended Cincinnati’s School for the Creative and Performing Arts and Ball State University. A few favorite roles include: Richard - A New Brain (Dare2Defy), The Specialist/Ensemble - The Who’s Tommy (Memorial Hall) and Horton - Seussical (TCTC). These days John is a Dancer and Choreographer with Pones Inc., Soloist/Bass Section Leader at Armstrong Chapel UMC, and headlines as Leo Dynomite - the male lead singer of ‘Gee, Your Band Smells Terrific’, Cincinnati’s premier 1970s showcase & dance band playing the super hits of the 70s -(www.geeyourband.com)! John thanks all at The Story Collective for this wonderful opportunity, Susan for her incredible vision for this show, and all of his friends and family for your love and support. Enjoy the show!
Susan Jung (Director/Choreographer)
Susan is the Artistic Director of The Story Collective With over 20 years in the business, she has directed and choreographed over 70 full length productions, taught musical theater dance, and acting for CCM prep, led/taught over 40 musical theater camps, and taught acting, musical theatre, and dance at the Tony award winning Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park She recently choreographed for Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s production of Much Ado About Nothing. She has won a Theatre Educator Acclaim Award and was an Overture Finalist for Theatre Education as well as several local acting and choreography awards. As a playwright, several of her original plays have been produced in Cincinnati, Arizona, and Utah. Susan’s professional acting career includes the films “Between Mercy and Me” and “In the Name of Me and You”, regional and national commercials, and voice-overs, performing nationally and internationally with Friends of the Groom and regionally with Murder and Merriment. With TSC, Susan has directed The Epic Story, Variety! and performed as well. Her favorite onstage roles include Annie in The Play that Goes Wrong (directed by Mark Femia) and Abby in The Musical of Musicals: the Musical (directed by Ed Cohen) Susan has also performed with local theatres, Falcon Theatre (Emily Penrose in Lifespan of a Fact, TCTC (Abigail Williams in The Crucible) and WFIT (Mrs. Bradman in Blithe Spirit) and holds a B.A. in theatre from Northern Kentucky University.
Jim Jung (Set Designer/Technical Director)
Jim received his BFA in Musical Theatre Performance from NKU. Since then, he has also discovered a passion for behind-the-scenes work, including Directing, Set Design, Lighting Design, Sound Engineering, Graphic Design and Video. Besides performing professionally for Friends of the Groom Theatre Company for almost 20 years, he has also worked in corporate AV, installed smart home systems and home theaters, and worked briefly in IT. He currently serves as the Technical Director for Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, where he's worked for more than 12 years. In the past 25 years, he's designed for 90 productions, many of which he has done both the lighting and set designs. His clientele reach across the city, and down as far as Asbury University in Lexington, KY He's grateful to have the opportunity to serve TSC, and especially excited to be doing Urinetown the Musical.
Mark Femia (Music Director)
Mark is happy to return to TSC, having recently served as director for The Play That Goes Wrong and MD for The Musical of Musicals: The Musical. As a freelance director, music director and accompanist he has worked for such groups such as Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Cincinnati Landmark Productions, Kings Island, Xavier University, and many more, A former classroom educator, Mark taught for several years at both Cincinnati Country Day School and the UC/CCM Preparatory Department, and spent two years teaching overseas in both Malaysia and urn to the classroom this fall as Choral Director for the Louisville Collegiate School in Kentucky He holds a BS in Music Education from WV State University, and an MA in Theatrical Directing from Roosevelt University (Chicago).
Shannon Eaton (Stage Manager)
Shannon is beyond excited for her first production with The Story Collective She has enjoyed getting to know and work with the many wonderful and talented members of the cast, crew, and production team. Shannon has worked in stage management for six years and has previous experience with Stage Right Musical Theatre Company, Footlighter’s Inc , Murray’s Playhouse in the Park, and Murray State University. Her next venture will be working as the production ASM for part of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s 24-25 season. Shannon has also worked as a technical director for Taylor High School. She has experience working as a scenic designer, master carpenter, paint charge, sound board operator, light board operator, and run crew. Her favorite productions include Legally Blonde, Bright Star, Young Frankenstein, and Into the Woods. Shannon would like to thank her theatre family for their guidance, her friends and family for their endless support, and Susan for giving her the opportunity to work on this wonderful production. She hopes you enjoy your tumble of a journey into Urinetown!
Jaden Idris (Assistant Stage Manager)
Jaden Idris is excited to join the production of Urinetown as the Assistant Stage Manager. This role marks a return to a beloved hobby that began in high school, where Jaden first discovered a passion for stage management Their experience in high school theater included managing 10-12 various productions with a focus on creating seamless and successful performances. In addition to their theatrical endeavors, Jaden is preparing for an exciting transition to the University of Rochester this fall There, she will study Neuroscience and Philosophy on the pre-med track. This interdisciplinary focus reflects a deep-seated curiosity about the intersections between the human mind, ethics, and medical science. Balancing a rigorous academic schedule with their commitment to theater, Jaden brings a thoughtful and analytical approach to every aspect of their work, whether backstage or in the classroom. Jaden extends heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in this production. Their combined efforts make every show a unique and memorable experience They look forward to contributing to the success of Urinetown and the many exciting opportunities ahead.
Jacob Kaesemeyer (Assistant Stage Manager)
Jacob is a recent graduate of Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, and is transitioning to the University of Cincinnati. He was a part of the crew for over 20 productions for CHCA but has also participated in multiple shows with Rise Up Performing Arts and spent two summers working tech at Kings Island (Phantom Theater Encore and The 70’s on Demand). He stage managed 5 shows during high school and mentored the stage manager for 4 shows. Jacob is excited for this production with The Story Collective as he hopes to pursue his passion for tech while getting his degree in mechanical engineering
Mark Hollmann (Music and Lyrics)
Mark Hollmann received he Tony Award®, the National Broadway Theatre Award, and the Obie Award for his score to Urinetown the Musical, which had its start in the 1999 New York International Fringe Festival. It won Outer Critics Circle, Drama League, and Lucille Lortel Awards for best musical in addition to garnering 10 Tony Award® nominations Other shows as composer/lyricist nclude Yeast Nation (2011 New York International Fringe Festival, Perseverance Theatre, American Theatre Company, and Ray of Light nd Other Lost Souls (Atlantic Stage and Perseverance Theatre), The Man ew York Stage and Film), The Girl, the Grouch, and the Goat (University as), Alchemist the Musical (Seattle Fringe Festival), Jack the Chipper (Greenview Arts Center, Chicago), Kabooooom! (University Theater, U. of Chicago), I Think I Can and Deal with It! (Berkshire Theatre Festival), and Fare for All (Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden, NYC). Actor and/or co-writer for the Cardiff Giant Theater (Chicago) productions The Rack, Theater of Funny, The Mercy Ripper, LBJFKKK, Love Me, All Eight Die, and After Taste, the last of which he also directed. TV: songs for Disney Channel's Johnny and the Sprites He has served on the Tony Nominating Committee, serves on the Council of the Dramatists Guild of America, and is a member of ASCAP. He is also a member of Sure Foundation Lutheran Church in Woodside, Queens, where he serves as a part-time pianist. He and his wife Jilly live in Manhattan with their sons, Oliver and Tucker.
Greg Kotis (Book and Lyrics)
Greg Kotis wrote the book and co-wrote the lyrics for Urinetown the Musical, for which he won two Tony Awards in 2002 His new play, Pig Farm, opened at The Roundabout Theatre in New York City and at The Old Globe Theatre in San Diego in 2006. Currently, he is developing two new musicals with Mark Hollmann: Yeast Nation (the triumph of life), an original story that tells the tale of the dawn of life on Earth, and The Man in the White Suit, a musical version of the 1951 Alec Guiness film. Other plays include Eat the Taste (at New York's Barrow Street Theatre), Jobey And Katherine, Baron von Siebenburg Melts Through the Floorboards, and Give The People What They Want Greg lives in Brooklyn with his wife Ayun, his daughter India, and his son Milo.
Music Theatre International
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 100,000 professional, community and school theatres in the US and in over 150 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. MTI maintains its global headquarters in New York City with additional offices in London (MTI Europe) and Melbourne (MTI Australasia).
Community Engagement through Artistic Excellence
Our Mission:
The Story Collective of Cincinnati is an artist-driven professional and authentic company committed to sharing stories and opportunities that connect performers and the surrounding community to meaningful human experiences.
Our Vision:
We strive to blend artistic excellence and fiscal responsibility in creating experiences which honor the past, celebrate the present, and imagine the future.
Special Thanks to:
Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Loveland Stage Company
Molly Milligan
Teresa Jackson
Bailey Gilbert
Remi Aina
Vineyard Church
Summit City Church
TSC Volunteers
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