Actors Theatre of Indiana (ATI) has determined the cast for the world premiere production of Mr. Confidential.
This musical, based on a true story, is a giddy, vibrant tale set in New York and Hollywood at their most glamourous and dangerous. The sizzle starts here: a story of family, dreams, innocence, love and scandal. When Bob Harrison created Confidential Magazine in 1952, he gave the public gossip, humor, and sex.
But he also offered something totally unexpected – the truth about the rich and famous! It quickly became the No. 1 selling magazine in America. Soon, Bob wasn’t just telling the story, he was the story, with headlines, scandals, and a wild ride of his own.
Not only is the storyline exciting, but the fact that the cast was selected from central Indiana actors – all getting the unique experience of performing in a world premiere – is even more exciting.
The book and lyrics are by Samuel Garza Bernstein, who is also directing the musical. The leading role of Robert (Bob) Harrison will be played by ATI’s own Don Farrell. Co-Founders Cynthia Collins and Judy Fitzgerald will play Edith Tobias and Frances Rushmore, respectively.
See other cast member in the green box below.
Music and Orchestrations by David Snyder. Nathan Perry will be Musical Director and conduct the band, which includes Greg Wolff on drums and percussion, Christian Starnes on bass, Neil Broeker on reed, Jeff Anderson on trumpet, and Lori Honer on cello.
Willem DeVries will serve as Technical Director, Choreographer and Scenic Designer. Costume Designer is Tony Sirk. Amanda French is Wig Master and Baxter Chambers will be Lighting Designer. The positions of Projection and Sound Designer will both be carried out by Zach Rosing. Rounding out the crew for this production will be Kevin Casey as Production Stage Manager with Assistant Stage Manager Emma Littau.
Plan to attend this once-in-a-lifetime experience of taking part in a world premiere production and enjoying the talent of these central Indiana performers. Mr. Confidential will be performed from April 28 through May 14 at The Studio Theater on the campus of The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Tickets are available at atistage.org or by visiting the Center for the Performing Arts website.