On the Stage of Sondheim
a collaboration of Creede Repertory Theatre & the Creede Musical Arts Collective
JULY 24 – AUG 28
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
Music reaches new heights in Creede…
Creede Rep teams up once again with the spectacular artists of Creede Musical Arts Collective (CMAC) for a one-of-a-kind concert series exploring the genius of Stephen Sondheim (Into the Woods, Sweeney Todd, West Side Story, Gypsy, Sunday in the Park with George, Merrily We Roll Along). Each concert will be a different experience with a rotating catalog of songs and performers to delight your ears and hearts.
Concert
Content Information: Some mild language and mature themes.
PERFORMANCE DETAILS:
July 24 @ 7pm
hosted by
Graham Ward
featuring songs from
A Little Night Music
Comedy Tonight
Company
Follies
Into the Woods
Merrily We Roll Along
Sunday in the Park with George
Sweeny Todd
West Side Story
and performances by
Tori Adams
Alan Ball
Katie Drinkard
Michael O’Dell
Ed Reichert
Erik Sandvold
Heidi Carann Snider
Dane Suarez
Graham Ward
August 7 @ 7pm
hosted by
Emily Van Fleet
featuring songs from
A Little Night Music
Anyone Can Whistle
Company
Follies
Into the Woods
Merrily We Roll Along
Sunday in the Park with George
Sweeny Todd
West Side Story
and performances by
Alan Ball
Katie Drinkard
Jasmine Habersham
Sarah Linn
Michael O’Dell
Jeremy Reger
Erik Sandvold
Heidi Carann Snider
Andrew Stenson
Emily Van Fleet
August 14 @ 7pm
hosted by
Graham Ward
featuring songs from
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
A Little Night Music
Anyone Can Whistle
Company
Evening Primrose
Follies
Into the Woods
Merrily We Roll Along
Sunday in the Park with George
Sweeny Todd
West Side Story
and performances by
Tori Adams
Katie Drinkard
Tyler Horn
Michael O’Dell
Jeremy Reger
Erik Sandvold
Heidi Carann Snider
Andrew Stenson
Graham Ward
August 21 @ 7pm
hosted by
Ron Raines
featuring songs from
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
A Little Night Music
Anyone Can Whistle
Company
Evening Primrose
Follies
Gypsy
Into the Woods
Merrily We Roll Along
Sunday in the Park with George
Sweeny Todd
West Side Story
and performances by
Tori Adams
Tyler Horn
Megan Marino
Michael Mayes
Michael O’Dell
Ron Raines
Jeremy Reger
Erik Sandvold
Trey Smagur
Heidi Carann Snider
August 28 @ 7pm
hosted by
Ron Raines
featuring songs from
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Anyone Can Whistle
Company
Follies
Gypsy
Into the Woods
Merrily We Roll Along
Sunday in the Park with George
Sweeny Todd
West Side Story
and performances by
Tori Adams
John Arida
Alan Ball
Megan Marino
Michael Mayes
Michael O’Dell
Ron Raines
Trey Smagur
Heidi Carann Snider
Performers:
Tori Tedeschi Adams
John Arida
Alan Ball
Katie Drinkard
Jasmine Habersham
Matthew Tyler Horn
Megan Marino
Michael Mayes
Michael O’Dell
Ron Raines
Jeremy Reger
Ed Reichert
Erik Sandvold
Heidi Snider
Emily Van Fleet
Graham Ward
CREATIVE TEAM
Director
Megan Marino
Lighting Design
Willow McGinty
Stage Manager
Harlie Delay
CREEDE MUSICAL ARTS COLLECTIVE
The Creede Musical Arts Collective Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (established March 1, 2022) located in Creede, CO. Spanning the infinite genres of Musical Arts, their mission is to contribute to and diversify the musical experiences available in the region by inviting prominent Musical Artists to share their talents in residency within the community through live performances and educational experiences.
Megan Marino
Director’s Note
On the Stage of Sondheim will a celebrate the unparalleled genius of Stephen Sondheim. In the spirit of Sondheim’s own words, “No fits, no fights, no feuds and no egos. Amigos, together!”, we are thrilled to embark on this collaborative journey with Creede Repertory Theatre and Creede Musical Arts Collective for a second season.
Following the resounding success of last summer’s one-night-only coproduction, A Celebration of Rodgers & Hammerstein, we have expanded our collaboration to offer a five-night run dedicated to the works of Stephen Sondheim. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to work in an extended schedule, allowing us to present rotating casts in repertoire highlighting the strengths of each artist, ensuring a fresh and captivating experience for our audiences throughout the summer.
Featuring six singers and two pianists from both organizations spanning diverse musical and theatrical backgrounds, and featuring legends in the field, Graham Ward and Ron Raines, trading off narrator-storytelling duties, we delve deep into Sondheim’s illustrious career. Exploring not only his most iconic shows, songs, and characters, we also trace his journey as a lyricist for Broadway’s legendary composers, such as Jule Styne and Leonard Bernstein. From his early days as a protégé of Oscar Hammerstein II to his evolution into the towering figure of modern musical theatre, Sondheim’s impact and influence are undeniable.
As one of the most influential composer-lyricists in modern musical-theatre history, Sondheim’s work continues to inspire and challenge artists and audiences alike. We pay homage to his unparalleled artistry while celebrating the collaborative spirit that lies at the heart of musical theatre.
We invite you to enjoy this musical adventure as we explore the timeless brilliance of Stephen Sondheim’s repertoire, united in our passion and commitment to the art form.