Catch this exclusive sneak preview of the world premiere musical The Heart of Rock & Roll, inspired by the iconic songs of Huey Lewis and the News! Watch the cast rock out in the rehearsal room before performances begin September 6, 2018 at The Old Globe in San Diego! Tickets: bit.ly/OldGlobeRockandRoll
An electrifying world premiere musical comedy inspired by the songs of one of the most beloved and iconic acts in music history, Huey Lewis and the News. Mainstays on the Chicago dive bar circuit, Bobby and his band are hustling for their big break. But after their latest rejection, Bobby decides it’s “Hip to Be Square,” trades in his guitar, and starts “Workin’ for a Livin’” in corporate America. His boss, Cassandra, has struggles of her own, having sacrificed her personal life for the company. When they both get a shot at their dreams-for Bobby, another crack at rock stardom, and for Cassandra, a chance to become CEO-they must decide “If This Is It” for their careers, or if “The Power of Love” triumphs over all. The Heart of Rock & Roll celebrates the classic songs of Huey Lewis and the News in this heartwarming and hilarious new musical.
CAST: Lindsay Nicole Chambers (Nina), Katie Rose Clarke (Cassandra), Patrice Covington (Roz), John Dossett (Stone), Matt Doyle (Bobby), Paige Faure (Paige), F. Michael Haynie (Glenn), Orville Mendoza (Fjord), Lucas Papaelias (JJ), Zachary Noah Piser (Eli), Christopher Ramirez (Wyatt), Billy Harrigan Tighe (Tucker). Ensemble: Nicolette Burton, Lindsay Nicole Chambers, James Royce Edwards, Oyoyo Joi, Robert Pendilla, Christopher Ramirez, MiMi Scardulla, Salisha Thomas, Josh Tolle. Swings: Bryan Banville, Katie Banville.
CREATIVE TEAM: Huey Lewis (Music), Jonathan A. Abrams (Book, Story), Tyler Mitchell (Story), Gordon Greenberg (Director), Lorin Latarro (Choreography), Brian Usifer (Music Supervision, Arrangements, and Orchestrations), Derek McLane (Scenic Design), Paloma Young (Costume Design), Howell Binkley (Lighting Design), John Shivers and David Patridge (Sound Design), Matt Doebler (Music Director), Tara Rubin Casting/Eric Woodall, CSA (Casting), and Anjee Nero (Production Stage Manager).