ABOUT THE PLAY
Anti-hero Joey Evans is a charming and manipulative Chicago nightclub singer with grand ambitions. He’s willing to use others to achieve those ambitions, including naive admirer Linda and wealthy seductress Vera. Far ahead of its time for its frank depiction of characters and social themes, Pal Joey will keep you guessing who is using whom. The memorable Rodgers & Hart score includes the standards “Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered” and “I Could Write a Book.”
PAL JOEY
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Lorenz Hart
Book by John O’Hara
Audio Description Available by Gravity Access — link for more information
When: March 29-April 28, Friday/Saturday 8 PM, Sunday 2 PM
“Scintillating… so fun, so engaging, and so darn entertaining. Well done to all!”
—Gene Kahane, Alameda Post
“This musical features a terrific cast of local favorites… Nico Jaochico is an ideal choice as Joey.”
—Vince Mediaa, VmediArts
“The glam and sparkle of nightclub life are on full display with daring dancers and swooning singers.”
—Kelly Rogers Flynt, Broadway World
“Completely entertaining… Altarena makes a nice parallel to the economic dilemma of young people today. Go see it to enjoy an era that speaks to us clearly now.”
—Lynne Stevens, Theatrius
THE CAST (in alphabetical order)
THE ORCHESTRA
Piano/Conductor: Armando Fox
Drums/Percussion: Roberta Drake
Bass: John Greitzer
Flute, Clarinet, Alto Sax: Audrey Jackson
Flute, Clarinet, Tenor Sax: Mike Wilson
Horn, Trumpet: Adrienne Chambers
PRODUCTION STAFF
Artistic Director: Katina Psihos Letheule
Director: Laura Morgan
Musical Direction: Armando Fox
Choreography: Rachelle King
Assistant Director: Caroline Schneider
Stage Manager: Vicki Kagawan
Set Designer/Construction: Tom Curtin
Scenic Artisan/Designer: Elinoar Almagor
Lighting Designer: Mark Decker
Sound Designer: Daniel “Techno” Debono
Costume Designer: Ava Byrd
Property Design: Susan Dunn
Wig Designer/Fight Director: Jeremy Letheule
Crew/Spot Op: Noelle Drislane
Technical Director: Brian Grove
Artistic Associate: Kimberly Ridgeway
General Manager: Kari Warfield
Box Office Manager: David Saltzer
Graphic Design: Jayme Catalano
Photography: Grizzly De Haro
Program Design: Laurel Wilton