The Alliance Theatre is pleased to present the world premiere of the musical, MILLIONS. Inspired by Frank Cottrell Boyce’s beloved novel and film, directed by Danny Boyle, MILLIONS is a hilarious and heartwarming new musical about two brothers, their newly widowed father, a train robber, and (possibly) a miracle.
Damian and Anthony are dealing with the loss of their mother in very different ways. So, when a duffel bag of cash falls out of the sky, Damian thinks it’s a miracle from his mom, sent to test their goodness. But Anthony knows the truth.
“At its heart, MILLIONS is about possibility—what we do with the unexpected, how can we choose generosity over greed, and how love finds us when we least expect it,” said Tinashe Kajese-Bolden, Jennings Hertz Artistic Director. “MILLIONS is a story about faith—not just in the divine, but in each other, in the unknown, in the belief that when the world shifts beneath us, we can still find solid ground.”
Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone, The Prom), an original score by Tony Award winner Adam Guettel (Floyd Collins, The Light in the Piazza, Days of Wine and Roses), and direction by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher (South Pacific, Fiddler on the Roof, To Kill a Mockingbird).
“What struck us most about this piece was its unapologetic heart,” said Christopher Moses, Jennings Hertz Artistic Director. “Anchored by the faith of a child wanting nothing more than to be good and to see his mother again, MILLIONS invites us to turn from reckless self-interest to boundless love. To tell such a miraculous story, you need an equally miraculous cast. We're thrilled for Atlanta to experience such musical theatre royalty on our Coca-Cola Stage.”
“Bringing this world premiere musical to Atlanta, with the transcendent music of Adam Guettel, the brilliant storytelling of Bob Martin, and the masterful vision of Bartlett Sher, is an honor,” said Kajese-Bolden. “And this cast—a breathtaking lineup of Tony winners, Broadway luminaries, and extraordinary Atlanta talent, each bringing their singular artistry to this production—will breathe life into a story that speaks to the heart of who we are and will stay with us long after the final bow.”
The cast of MILLIONS is led by Keenan Barrett as Damian; Tony Award winner Shuler Hensley (Broadway: The Music Man, Oklahoma!) as The Thief; Yair Keydar (Off Broadway: Drag: The Musical) as Anthony; Leigh Ellen Jones (City Springs Theatre Co: Frozen, Fiddler on the Roof) as Maureen; Tony Award winner Ruthie Ann Miles (Broadway: Sweeney Todd, The King and I) as Dorothy; and Steven Pasquale (Broadway: American Son, The Bridges of Madison County) as Ron. The cast also includes Jackson Arthur as Andrew; Jonah Harmon as Mr. Roth; Cameron McCrae (Alliance Theatre: The Preacher’s Wife: A New Musical) as Philip; Adrienne Ocfemia (Alliance Theatre and Atlanta Opera: The Shining) as Madison; Brad Raymond (Alliance Theatre: The Preacher’s Wife: A New Musical, A Tale of Two Cities) as St. Peter; Robert Stanton (Broadway: Uncle Vanya, Ink) as Mr. Miller/St. Francis; Carla R. Stewart (Broadway: Tina) as St. Clare/Guidance Counselor; and Billy Harrigan Tighe (Broadway: The Heart of Rock & Roll) as Carl. The ensemble members include Morgan Crumbly; Claire Davy; Kate Fahrner; Ann Sanders; Wyatt Wilkerson; and Gabriel Zenone. Production Swings include Hunter Brown and Noelle McIntyre.
The MILLIONS creative team includes Choreographer Dell Howlett (Alliance Theatre: Toni Stone); Tony Award-winning Scenic Designer Michael Yeargan (The King and I; South Pacific); Tony Award-winning Costume Designer Catherine Zuber (Moulin Rouge! The Musical; My Fair Lady); Tony Award-winning Lighting Designer Don Holder (My Fair Lady; South Pacific); Tony-nominated Sound Designer Justin Ellington (Our Town; Jaja’s African Hair Braiding); Projection Designers Ben Pearcy (Camelot; Pictures from Home) and Brad Peterson (Patriots; Pictures from Home); and Fight Choreographer Jake Guinn. Kimberly Grigsby (Days of Wine and Roses; Here Lies Love) serves as the production’s Music Director.
Additional production support is provided by Stage Manager Theresa Flanagan, Associate Director Candace McLellan; Assistant Choreographer Kerrington Griffin; Associate Scenic Designer Miguel Urbino; Associate Lighting Designer Sarah Woods; Associate Sound Designer Tye Hunt Fitzgerald, and Associate Music Director, Greg Matteson.
PERFORMANCES: May 13- June 15
Tuesday - Saturday at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00 pm
TICKETS: NOTE: Best enjoyed by audiences ages 8 and up.
This performance contains haze and flashing lights. Some scenes depict simulated smoking, as well as occasional course language and mild violence.
Purchase tickets online at www.alliancetheatre.org/millions, by phone at 404.733.4600, or in-person at the Alliance Box Office.
LOCATION:
The Coca-Cola Stage at Alliance Theatre
Woodruff Arts Center, Memorial Arts Building
1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
There are seven kids in this amazing show. If you have an aspiring actor in your house, they might enjoy this video of these young actors talking about their experience:
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