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"Opulent scenic design by Martin Flynn and breathtaking costumes by Mary Folino highlight an all-star cast led by Kathryn Brunner as Ella and Brent Thiessen as Prince Topher. Brunner’s kind and gentle demeanor belie powerhouse vocals and complement Thiessen’s charming naivete and earnest desire to do good."
"This beautiful production not only delights in nostalgia, it also breathes progress and power. It’s an uplifting, hopeful, and magical lesson in kindness, compassion, and perseverance."
Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella
Walnut Street Theatre - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - 2022/23 Season
Directed by Glenn Casale
Choreography by Gerry McIntyre
Music Direction by Chris Burcheri
starring
Kathryn Brunner as Ella
Brent Thiessen as Prince Topher
Mary Martello as Madame
Rebecca Robbins as Marie
Amanda Jill Robinson as Charlotte
Stephanie Kyung Sun Walters as Gabrielle
Adam Hoyak as Jean-Michael
Fran Prisco as Sebastian
Ben Dibble as Lord Pinkleton
with
Rachel Beiswenger, Kristine Fraelich, Alexandra Frohlinger, Phoebe Gavula, Christina Emily Jackson, Bonnie Kelly, Kevin Kulp, Adam Mandala, Zummy Mohammed, Audrey Simmons, Devon Sinclair, Ethan Walker, Jon Yepez
Notes
I was cast by Glenn Casale to star in Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella for the 1050-seat Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia - the oldest theatre in America - and I learned a lot working with him. During my time there I enjoyed learning about the history of the theatre and it was exciting to be part of such an extensive lineage of theatre-making. The book writer of Cinderella, Douglas Carter Beane, attended the show, which provided an added thrill for us all.
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"Brent Thiessen is adorably sweet as the valiant, if insecure, Prince Topher."
"Director Glenn Casale has brought together an impressively talented ensemble that fills the stage with stunning vocals and big laughs. Intricate and athletic choreography, lavish sets, and dazzling costumes all help make Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella an unforgettable musical celebration."
"There are no weak links in this talented cast. Brent Thiessen as Topher (the Prince) not only has command of a masterful voice but is tall, dark and handsome — and can dance!"
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