Independent Arts News Reporting Broadway Workroom Series Announces Casting
Reported on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Pictured Above: Antonio Cipriano (Jagged Little Pill). Photo Credit: Contributed.
The Stage Door Foundation and Open Jar Studios announces casting for the first two musicals inThe Broadway Workroom Series: Loch Lomond and In The Light, A Faustian Tale
The First Two Offerings of The Broadway Workroom Series Presenting Glimpses into the Developmental Process of New Musicals Featuring cast members from Hadestown, Jagged Little Pill, Titanique, Wicked, Beetlejuice, Frozen, West Side Story and more!
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New York, NY – The Stage Door Foundation and Open Jar Studios today announced casting for the first two musicals in The Broadway Workroom Series: Loch Lomond and In The Light, A Faustian Tale. The Broadway Workroom Series, a groundbreaking move to champion the arts and empower the development of theatrical artists and new works, is scheduled to begin on April 18th, 2024. This initiative provides creative teams with free studio space and technical support to further the development of their creative projects. At the end of each development week, the public will be invited, at no cost, to experience these dynamic new musicals in concert at Open Jar Studios (1601 Broadway). Tickets for each concert are free, and attendees are encouraged to make a donation to The Stage Door Foundation to help fund their programs. For tickets and more information, visit www.StageDoor.org/broadway-workroom
Casting for Loch Lomond includes Sophia Anne Caruso (Beetlejuice), Antonio Cipriano (Jagged Little Pill), Jeffrey Kringer (Cruel Intentions) with additional casting to be announced soon. Loch Lomond from writing team Maggie Herskowitz and Neil Douglas Reilly (Between Gods & Kings).
Pictured Above: Caitlin Doak (Three Points of Contact). Photo Credit: Contributed.
Casting for In The Light, A Faustian Tale includes Jeffrey Kringer (Cruel Intentions), Shereen Pimental (West Side Story), Antonio Cipriano (Jagged Little Pill), with Caleb Albert (Radio City Christmas Spectacular), Shavey Brown(Hadestown), Will Stephan Connell (Papermill’s Fiddler on the Roof), Nicole DeLuca (HOPEful), Caitlin Doak(Three Points of Contact), Anna Frasier Thomas (Titanique), Alyssa Giannetti (Love Never Dies tour), Craig Juricka (Boston Pops soloist), Liz Lang (Knoxville: Summer of 1915), Pablo Laucerica (Dear Evan Hansen tour), Michael McCorry Rose (Wicked), Erick Pinnick (Summer tour), Lindsay Rider (American Idol), Karla Shook (Tin Pan Alley), Bronwyn Tarboten (Frozen), Anne Fraser Thomas (Titanique) and Andy Walken (A Christmas Story Live!). In The Light, A Faustian Tale features a book by Kate Mulley (Razorhurst) and Nathan Wright (Manifesto: The Diaghilev Project), with music & lyrics by Michael Mott (Where the Sky Ends), based on a work by Justin Silvestri and Michael Mott.
Pictured Above: Anne Fraser Thomas (Titanique). Photo Credit: Contributed.
About the show and date:
Loch Lomond:
“Oh, ye’ll take the high road and I’ll take the low road. And I’ll be in Scotland afore ye…”
These Scottish lyrics have been sung the world over for hundreds of years, but few know the legend behind them. Through a Celtic-inspired modern musical theater score, the new musical Loch Lomond from writing team Maggie Herskowitz and Neil Douglas Reilly (Between Gods & Kings) breathes stunning life into a fable previously lost to time.
In 1745, the height of the Scottish Jacobite rebellion. When two Scottish rebel brothers are captured by the English, they are faced with an impossible choice, a ticking clock, and the end of their heroic ambitions. With only six hours left until their fate is decided, brothers Lyle and James must reconcile their desire for freedom and glory with their loyalty to each other… and their love for the women they leave behind. At once a sweeping tale of rebellion and an intimate family portrait, Loch Lomond will take you beyond the lyrics and into the heart of a universal struggle for freedom and love that stands the test of time.
Featuring Direction by Jeff Whiting and Music Direction by James Dobinson, the AEA approved showcase performances of Loch Lomond will be presented at Open Jar Studios from Thursday April 18 to Sunday April 21. The band includes Nicole Shroeder, Mike Petty, and Tristan Marzeski.Full casting to be announced soon. Tickets are free and may be reserved at www.StageDoor.org/broadway-workroom
In The Light, A Faustian Tale:
Book by Kate Mulley (Razorhurst) and Nathan Wright (Manifesto: The Diaghilev Project), and music & lyrics by Michael Mott (Where the Sky Ends), based on a work by Justin Silvestri and Michael Mott. IN THE LIGHT follows Dr. Johann Faustus, an astronomer accused of blasphemy by the Holy Inquisition. Guided by a mysterious being, Johann and his wife flee to a small town, where he meets a scholarly young woman named Gretchen. Gretchen believes Johann can help rebuild her town and influence the new Baron. When news of the town’s rise and Johann’s supposed miracles reaches an old rival, Johann must resist the temptation that his ambition yields, and Gretchen must make a choice between living authentically and saving her town. In The Light will be presented at Open Jar Studios fromFriday April 26 to Sunday April 28. Full casting to be announced soon.
The creative team includes Direction by Jeff Whiting (Big Fish), Music Direction by Joshua Zecher-Ross (Be More Chill), and orchestrations by Kim Scharnberg (The Great Gatsby). The band includes Adam Wolfe, David White, Justin Rothberg, and Audra Cramer (Associate Music Director).
Tickets are free and may be reserved at www.StageDoor.org/broadway-
A Glimpse Behind the Curtain:
The Broadway Workroom Series will provide a rare opportunity for Broadway enthusiasts to witness the evolution of new musicals, a process typically reserved for industry insiders during private “workshops” or “readings. The series’ vibe is to present glimpses of shows in their development phases, with focus on the writing and performances and less attention to production value.
Jeff Whiting, CEO of Open Jar Studios, shares his vision:
Jeff Whiting remarked, “The Broadway Workroom Series is more than concerts of new work. It’s a revelation of the incredible journey that new Broadway musicals undertake. For too long, this creative process has remained behind closed doors. Now, we’re inviting the audience into the development process, offering them a front-row seat to witness the birth of Broadway’s future hits.”
Future Participating Musicals in The Broadway Workroom Series:
It was previously announced that two additional shows will be included in future offerings of The Broadway Workroom Series. They are ROOTED: A MUSICAL POEM with book, music and lyrics by Jewelle Blackman (Hadestown) and THE WORLD’S CASSETTE LIBRARY with music by Mike Nappi (Bandstand), lyrics and book by Nappi, Max Sangerman (A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical) and Sam Durant Hunter(Paris Through A Window). Dates and full casting for both shows to be announced in the near future.
Tickets and Tickets Alerts:
Broadway aficionados eager to be in the audience and witness the birth of the next Broadway sensations can reserve tickets for Loch Lomond and In The Light atwww.StageDoor.org/broadway-workroom. For ticket alerts for the other shows, please join the mailing list at www.stagedoor.org to be the first to learn when tickets are available for Rooted and The World’s Cassette Library.
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About The Stage Door Foundation:
The Stage Door Foundation is a not-for-profit organization providing support to artists as they develop theatrical projects, allowing individuals to focus on the creative process. Their mission is to secure and provide support to theatrical artists by providing access to professional mentorship, subsidized investments, and a supportive network infrastructure that can ignite the innovation of art. The vision of The Stage Door Foundation is to shape a world where art can be dreamed, developed, and realized without obstacles, to cultivate a performing arts ecosystem that celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and the untold stories waiting to be unveiled.
Open Jar Studios:
Open Jar Studios, led by CEO Jeff Whiting, has long been a cornerstone of artistic excellence and innovation. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to nurturing emerging talent, Open Jar Studios continues to shape the landscape of Broadway and is dedicated to the creation of art and the cultivation of the artist Located in the heart of the Theater District, OPEN JAR STUDIOS features some of the largest studios in New York City for rehearsals, auditions, and support offices for productions of all sizes. Two 4,000 square-foot studios with 22-foot high ceilings make the space ideal for Broadway rehearsals. The large studios accompany a number of different-sized studios suited perfectly for dance rehearsals, music rehearsals, production offices, and even costume fittings. Under the direction of Jeff Whiting, Open Jar Studios. https://www.openjarstudios.com/
