| Location | Venue | Dates | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NY | Stanley Theatre | August 7, 2026 | Tickets |
| St. Paul, MN | Ordway Center | August 12–September 6, 2026 | Tickets |
| Chicago, IL | Nederlander Theatre | September 9-20, 2026 | Tickets |
| Richmond, VA | Altria Theater | September 22-27, 2026 | Tickets |
| Washington, DC | National Theatre | September 29–October 4, 2026 | Tickets |
| Detroit, MI | Fisher Theatre | October 13-18, 2026 | Tickets |
| Fayetteville, AR | Walton Arts Center | October 21-25, 2026 | |
| West Palm Beach, FL | Kravis Center | October 28–November 1, 2026 | |
| Charlotte, NC | Belk Theater | November 3-8, 2026 | |
| Greenville, SC | Peace Center | November 10-15, 2026 | |
| Boston, MA | Emerson Colonial Theatre | November 18-22, 2026 | Tickets |
| Toronto, ON | Ed Mirvish Theatre | November 24, 2026–January 3, 2027 | Tickets |
2026-2027
- Producer: Path Entertainment Group and Lionsgate Global Products & Experiences
- Director: Lonny Price
- Associate Director: Matt Cowart
- Original Screenplay & Book: Eleanor Bergstein
- Choreographer: Darrell Grand Moultrie
- Set Design: Brett J. Banakis
- Costume Design: Linda Cho
- Lighting Design: Japhy Weideman
- Sound Design: Kai Harada
- Video Design: David Bengali
- Hair & Wig Design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Music Supervision & Arrangements: Joseph Joubert
- Casting: The TRC Company, Claire Burke, CSA & Peter Van Dam, CSA
- General Management: Alchemy Production Group
- Booking Company: The Road Company
- Press Representative: Allied Global Marketing
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
ANNALESE STARZEC (Frances “Baby” Houseman) is elated to make her national tour debut! One of her favorite credits includes West Side Story at City Springs Theatre Company in her home state of Georgia. She would love to thank Eleanor and the entire casting/creative team for letting her have the time of her life. Thanks Mom.
BLAKE ZELESNIKAR (Johnny Castle). NY: Gotta Dance!, A Chorus Line 50th Anniversary (Don). 1st National Tours: Mean Girls (Shane Oman), Phantom of the Opera, An American in Paris, Flashdance. Regional: Bull Durham, 3 Summers of Lincoln, Chicago, Jerome Robbins Broadway. Thank you to my family and wife, @jessicaleegoldyn for your love and support! @b_zelez
OLIVIA CECE (Penny Johnson) is thrilled to be playing Penny in Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Broadway: Moulin Rouge, (OBC) Heart of Rock & Roll. Tours: The Prom, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory. Credits: “SNL”, “Lady in Lake,” “Your Friends & Neighbors,” Meg Thee Stallion, NYFW, “Good Morning America,” “Blues Clues.” Thanks to Lakey Wolff Co, my family, teachers, and Dylan. Excited for this venture. Here we go! @Livcece.
BRYAN FENKART (Jake Houseman). Broadway/Off-Bway/Tour: Memphis, Waitress, Little Shop of Horrors. Regional: Hard Road to Heaven, Water for Elephants, Darling Grenadine, These Paper Bullets!, Diner, Piece of My Heart. TV: “Manifest”, “FBI”, “Harlem”, “Interview with the Vampire”, “Chicago Med”, “Law & Order: Criminal Intent”. Thanks to my reps, fam, and Bluebird. Socials: @BryanFenkart.
DAN KLIMKO (Neil Kellerman) is overwhelmingly excited to be making his National Tour Debut. Regional credits include Les Miserables (The Muny) and Jersey Boys (The Lex). He endlessly thanks his family (Dirty Dancing is mom’s favorite movie!), Zoey, friends, and his agents and team at Henderson Hogan for all of their support.
ASHLEY LALONDE (Elizabeth). Favorite credits include Hamilton (Eliza/Angelica/Peggy Cover, Tour), Dreamgirls (Deena, WPPAC), Hair (Sheila, CSC), Next to Normal (Natalie, WCP), Black Rabbit (Netflix), and world premieres at American Repertory Theater, Lincoln Center, and National Black Theatre. Harvard University, B.A. Sociology. Love to God, Noah, & family! Matthew 6:33 @ashleylalaa.
GINA LAMPARELLA (Marjorie Houseman) has appeared on Broadway in Caroline or Change, The Phantom of the Opera, A Little Night Music, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Fiddler on the Roof, Gypsy, Imaginary Friends, Jane Eyre, & Les Misérables. Lots of other theatre (including as director and choreographer). TV: “The Other Two,” “The Blacklist,” “Master of None” @ginalamp.
LOREN LESTER (Max Kellerman). Broadway: Cabaret. National Tour: The Band’s Visit. TV: 200+ episodes including “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins,” “The Orville,” “Hung” (recurring), Robin/Nightwing on “Batman: The Animated Series.” Film (favorites): Wes Craven’s Red Eye, Rock ‘n’ Roll High School. Regional: Pasadena Playhouse, North Coast Rep, LA Philharmonic. @actorlorenlester.
ETHAN PETERSON (Billy Kostecki). Credits: “Elsbeth” (CBS). Next To Normal (Gabe), The Great Emu War (Goodspeed), Rent (Mark), Into The Woods (Baker), Sweeney Todd, Trampoline (54 Below). Recently Graduated from Penn State, BFA Musical Theatre. Performed PSU v. Michigan halftime show. Special thanks to his Mom, Dad, and agents for all the support! @ethanrpeterson.
ERICK PINNICK (Tito Suarez) has appeared in 1st National tours of Shucked, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, and Sunset Boulevard. NY credits: A Christmas Carol at MSG and The Tin Pan Alley Rag with Roundabout Theatre Company. TV credits: “Blacklist”, “EVIL”, and “The Good Fight”. Proud graduate of James Madison University and AEA and SAG member.
EMMA JADE BRANSON (Swing). Proud Boston Conservatory Dance alumna. Credits: Complexions Contemporary Ballet and the 1st & 2nd National Tour of The Cher Show. Huge thanks to The TRC Company and creative team for this opportunity! All my love and thanks to my family. IG: @emmabranson.
MARCUS ANTHONY BYERS, JR. (Swing). National Tour Debut! Marcus is thrilled to bring this story back to the stage. Recently, High Spirits at New York City Center Encores! Regional: Music Theatre Wichita, Classical Theatre of Harlem. Proud University of Michigan alum. Glory to God. IG: @marcusbyersjr.
JONAS COHEN (Mr. Schumacher/Ensemble) is delighted to join Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Theater credits include Riverside Theatre, Walnut Street, Portland Stage, & Great Lakes Theater Festival. TV credits include: “Succession,” “Mr. Robot,” “FBI,” “Law & Order: SVU,” and “The Equalizer.”
SARAH ELLIS (Vivian/Ensemble). WI born, NYC based, Proud Penn Stater. Actor, Filmmaker, Symphony Guest Artist, Dir/Choreographer. 1st Nat’l Tours: A Gentleman’s Guide…, Austen’s Pride. Find more at meetsarahellis.com. Say HI @iamsarahellis IG/TikTok. For Dad. Always.
ARIA CHRISTINA EVANS (Swing) is over the moon to be making her National Tour Debut in Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Recent; Guys and Dolls (Shakespeare Theatre Company), Beautiful (Asolo Rep Theatre). Endless thanks to her wonderful team at Hudson Artists and her incredible friends and family! Let’s dance! @ariacevans.
ANTHONY J. GASBARRE III (Swing). is excited to join the National Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Tour: Back to the Future (Ensemble, u/s George McFly) West Side Story (Action, u/s Riff) Regionally: Escape to Margaritaville (Ogunquit) Saturday Night Fever (MSMT), Grease (KC Starlight) TV/Film: “Papi Wines”, “The Crowded Room”, “Bros”, “Succession”. Wichita State University, BFA-Musical Theatre. @agasbarre
LILY KREN (Lisa Houseman/Ensemble). Broadway: The Who’s Tommy. National Tour: Summer: The Donna Summer Musical. Regional favorites: Gulfshore Playhouse, Riverside Theatre, Casa Mañana. BFA Musical Theatre, Texas State. Love to Dad, Family, Roan, Avalon Artists Group. For Momma.
ZOE EDAN LEMELMAN (Ensemble). From Boston to Pace University, Zoe makes her national tour debut with Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Credits: AHF’s Ohh Mamma Burlesque (Shannon Beach/Anthony Garza), Rebecca Black’s Speakerphone (Richy Jackson). Grateful for her family. IG: @zoe.edan <3
FRANCESCA MANCUSO (Ensemble). National Tour Debut and overjoyed to be here! Regional: Goodspeed, Drury Lane, Flat Rock, Weston, New London Barn. TV: “Maisel.” Director of Development for Interim Dance Collective. Love to TRC, DGRW, her parents, sisters, and Daniel. @frenchiemancuso.
BRETT RAWLINGS (Ensemble). National Tour: Austen’s Pride Select Regional: Paper Mill Playhouse, Ogunquit Playhouse, Casa Mañana, Stages St. Louis, John W. Engeman Theater. A huge thank you to his family, friends, TRC, and DGRW. BFA TCU @brettrawlings.
JASON RICHARDS (Moe/Ensemble) is a Jeff Award-winning Chicago-based actor whose credits include productions at Marriott Theatre, Paramount Theatre, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Mercury Theater Chicago, and Peninsula Players. Endless thanks to DDO, Elya, and his incredible family, without whom none of this would be possible.
ANTONY SANCHEZ (Robbie/Ensemble). Select credits: West Side Story International Tour (Bernardo), Paper Mill Playhouse, Barrington Stage, Fulton Theatre. TV: “American Horror Story”, “Law & Order”, “Dying for Sex”. Thanks to CESD and TRC. Love to my family, friends and Hunter. @sanchez_antony_
GRACE SAUTTER (Ensemble) is a NYC native who most recently performed with the Martha Graham Dance Company for their Centennial. She is thrilled to be making her theatre debut with this incredible team! @bygracesautter @gracesautter.
NEIL STARKENBERG (Ensemble). BROADWAY: Mamma Mia! (Pepper, u/s Sky). TOUR: Mrs. Doubtfire, Peter Pan, Mamma Mia!. TELEVISION: “Instinct”, “How I Met Your Mother.” Thanks to the creative team & TRC. Love to the fam, Brad, & LA Talent @njstarkenberg.
FISHER LANE STEWART (Ensemble) is having the time of his life on his second National Tour! Fisher grew up performing professionally in Kansas City. Recent: Back To The Future National Tour, Disney Cruise Line. Many Thanks to TR casting and family! IG: @fisherlstewart.
JOHN SWAPSHIRE (Ensemble). Blending art, Spirituality, and personal development. This Aquarian Visionary uses storytelling, intuitive insight, and energetic awareness to inspire growth. Their work encourages authenticity, Deep self-awareness, and freedom through art and spirituality.
CARMELLA TAITT (Ensemble). “Born and Raised in Brooklyn, NY, Carmella has performed in the First National Tours of Jagged Little Pill, and Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Credits include: Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade, Vogue NYFW, and more! Thank you to my Loved ones! @c.melllaa.
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History
- National Tour
- Pre-Tour Notes
- Surveys from Broadway Across America, American Theatre Guild, and Nederlander’s Broadway Alaska have all included this show among its offerings from as early as June 2023.
- On September 3, 2024, the booking company The Road Company, added this show to its site.
- On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, an equity job posting revealed that a tour of this show will begin in August 2026.
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- Runtime: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Intermissions: 1
- Age Recommendation: 14+ (contains sexual references)
Based on the film and featuring “Hungry Eyes,” “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” and more. Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family, Frances “Baby” Houseman falls in love with the resort’s dance instructor, Johnny Castle.
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| Location | Venue | Dates | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NY | Stanley Theatre | August 7, 2026 | Tickets |
| St. Paul, MN | Ordway Center | August 12–September 6, 2026 | Tickets |
| Chicago, IL | Nederlander Theatre | September 9-20, 2026 | Tickets |
| Richmond, VA | Altria Theater | September 22-27, 2026 | Tickets |
| Washington, DC | National Theatre | September 29–October 4, 2026 | Tickets |
| Detroit, MI | Fisher Theatre | October 13-18, 2026 | Tickets |
| Fayetteville, AR | Walton Arts Center | October 21-25, 2026 | |
| West Palm Beach, FL | Kravis Center | October 28–November 1, 2026 | |
| Charlotte, NC | Belk Theater | November 3-8, 2026 | |
| Greenville, SC | Peace Center | November 10-15, 2026 | |
| Boston, MA | Emerson Colonial Theatre | November 18-22, 2026 | Tickets |
| Toronto, ON | Ed Mirvish Theatre | November 24, 2026–January 3, 2027 | Tickets |
2026-2027
- Producer: Path Entertainment Group and Lionsgate Global Products & Experiences
- Director: Lonny Price
- Associate Director: Matt Cowart
- Original Screenplay & Book: Eleanor Bergstein
- Choreographer: Darrell Grand Moultrie
- Set Design: Brett J. Banakis
- Costume Design: Linda Cho
- Lighting Design: Japhy Weideman
- Sound Design: Kai Harada
- Video Design: David Bengali
- Hair & Wig Design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Music Supervision & Arrangements: Joseph Joubert
- Casting: The TRC Company, Claire Burke, CSA & Peter Van Dam, CSA
- General Management: Alchemy Production Group
- Booking Company: The Road Company
- Press Representative: Allied Global Marketing
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
ANNALESE STARZEC (Frances “Baby” Houseman) is elated to make her national tour debut! One of her favorite credits includes West Side Story at City Springs Theatre Company in her home state of Georgia. She would love to thank Eleanor and the entire casting/creative team for letting her have the time of her life. Thanks Mom.
BLAKE ZELESNIKAR (Johnny Castle). NY: Gotta Dance!, A Chorus Line 50th Anniversary (Don). 1st National Tours: Mean Girls (Shane Oman), Phantom of the Opera, An American in Paris, Flashdance. Regional: Bull Durham, 3 Summers of Lincoln, Chicago, Jerome Robbins Broadway. Thank you to my family and wife, @jessicaleegoldyn for your love and support! @b_zelez
OLIVIA CECE (Penny Johnson) is thrilled to be playing Penny in Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Broadway: Moulin Rouge, (OBC) Heart of Rock & Roll. Tours: The Prom, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory. Credits: “SNL”, “Lady in Lake,” “Your Friends & Neighbors,” Meg Thee Stallion, NYFW, “Good Morning America,” “Blues Clues.” Thanks to Lakey Wolff Co, my family, teachers, and Dylan. Excited for this venture. Here we go! @Livcece.
BRYAN FENKART (Jake Houseman). Broadway/Off-Bway/Tour: Memphis, Waitress, Little Shop of Horrors. Regional: Hard Road to Heaven, Water for Elephants, Darling Grenadine, These Paper Bullets!, Diner, Piece of My Heart. TV: “Manifest”, “FBI”, “Harlem”, “Interview with the Vampire”, “Chicago Med”, “Law & Order: Criminal Intent”. Thanks to my reps, fam, and Bluebird. Socials: @BryanFenkart.
DAN KLIMKO (Neil Kellerman) is overwhelmingly excited to be making his National Tour Debut. Regional credits include Les Miserables (The Muny) and Jersey Boys (The Lex). He endlessly thanks his family (Dirty Dancing is mom’s favorite movie!), Zoey, friends, and his agents and team at Henderson Hogan for all of their support.
ASHLEY LALONDE (Elizabeth). Favorite credits include Hamilton (Eliza/Angelica/Peggy Cover, Tour), Dreamgirls (Deena, WPPAC), Hair (Sheila, CSC), Next to Normal (Natalie, WCP), Black Rabbit (Netflix), and world premieres at American Repertory Theater, Lincoln Center, and National Black Theatre. Harvard University, B.A. Sociology. Love to God, Noah, & family! Matthew 6:33 @ashleylalaa.
GINA LAMPARELLA (Marjorie Houseman) has appeared on Broadway in Caroline or Change, The Phantom of the Opera, A Little Night Music, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Fiddler on the Roof, Gypsy, Imaginary Friends, Jane Eyre, & Les Misérables. Lots of other theatre (including as director and choreographer). TV: “The Other Two,” “The Blacklist,” “Master of None” @ginalamp.
LOREN LESTER (Max Kellerman). Broadway: Cabaret. National Tour: The Band’s Visit. TV: 200+ episodes including “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins,” “The Orville,” “Hung” (recurring), Robin/Nightwing on “Batman: The Animated Series.” Film (favorites): Wes Craven’s Red Eye, Rock ‘n’ Roll High School. Regional: Pasadena Playhouse, North Coast Rep, LA Philharmonic. @actorlorenlester.
ETHAN PETERSON (Billy Kostecki). Credits: “Elsbeth” (CBS). Next To Normal (Gabe), The Great Emu War (Goodspeed), Rent (Mark), Into The Woods (Baker), Sweeney Todd, Trampoline (54 Below). Recently Graduated from Penn State, BFA Musical Theatre. Performed PSU v. Michigan halftime show. Special thanks to his Mom, Dad, and agents for all the support! @ethanrpeterson.
ERICK PINNICK (Tito Suarez) has appeared in 1st National tours of Shucked, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, and Sunset Boulevard. NY credits: A Christmas Carol at MSG and The Tin Pan Alley Rag with Roundabout Theatre Company. TV credits: “Blacklist”, “EVIL”, and “The Good Fight”. Proud graduate of James Madison University and AEA and SAG member.
EMMA JADE BRANSON (Swing). Proud Boston Conservatory Dance alumna. Credits: Complexions Contemporary Ballet and the 1st & 2nd National Tour of The Cher Show. Huge thanks to The TRC Company and creative team for this opportunity! All my love and thanks to my family. IG: @emmabranson.
MARCUS ANTHONY BYERS, JR. (Swing). National Tour Debut! Marcus is thrilled to bring this story back to the stage. Recently, High Spirits at New York City Center Encores! Regional: Music Theatre Wichita, Classical Theatre of Harlem. Proud University of Michigan alum. Glory to God. IG: @marcusbyersjr.
JONAS COHEN (Mr. Schumacher/Ensemble) is delighted to join Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Theater credits include Riverside Theatre, Walnut Street, Portland Stage, & Great Lakes Theater Festival. TV credits include: “Succession,” “Mr. Robot,” “FBI,” “Law & Order: SVU,” and “The Equalizer.”
SARAH ELLIS (Vivian/Ensemble). WI born, NYC based, Proud Penn Stater. Actor, Filmmaker, Symphony Guest Artist, Dir/Choreographer. 1st Nat’l Tours: A Gentleman’s Guide…, Austen’s Pride. Find more at meetsarahellis.com. Say HI @iamsarahellis IG/TikTok. For Dad. Always.
ARIA CHRISTINA EVANS (Swing) is over the moon to be making her National Tour Debut in Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Recent; Guys and Dolls (Shakespeare Theatre Company), Beautiful (Asolo Rep Theatre). Endless thanks to her wonderful team at Hudson Artists and her incredible friends and family! Let’s dance! @ariacevans.
ANTHONY J. GASBARRE III (Swing). is excited to join the National Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Tour: Back to the Future (Ensemble, u/s George McFly) West Side Story (Action, u/s Riff) Regionally: Escape to Margaritaville (Ogunquit) Saturday Night Fever (MSMT), Grease (KC Starlight) TV/Film: “Papi Wines”, “The Crowded Room”, “Bros”, “Succession”. Wichita State University, BFA-Musical Theatre. @agasbarre
LILY KREN (Lisa Houseman/Ensemble). Broadway: The Who’s Tommy. National Tour: Summer: The Donna Summer Musical. Regional favorites: Gulfshore Playhouse, Riverside Theatre, Casa Mañana. BFA Musical Theatre, Texas State. Love to Dad, Family, Roan, Avalon Artists Group. For Momma.
ZOE EDAN LEMELMAN (Ensemble). From Boston to Pace University, Zoe makes her national tour debut with Dirty Dancing: The Musical. Credits: AHF’s Ohh Mamma Burlesque (Shannon Beach/Anthony Garza), Rebecca Black’s Speakerphone (Richy Jackson). Grateful for her family. IG: @zoe.edan <3
FRANCESCA MANCUSO (Ensemble). National Tour Debut and overjoyed to be here! Regional: Goodspeed, Drury Lane, Flat Rock, Weston, New London Barn. TV: “Maisel.” Director of Development for Interim Dance Collective. Love to TRC, DGRW, her parents, sisters, and Daniel. @frenchiemancuso.
BRETT RAWLINGS (Ensemble). National Tour: Austen’s Pride Select Regional: Paper Mill Playhouse, Ogunquit Playhouse, Casa Mañana, Stages St. Louis, John W. Engeman Theater. A huge thank you to his family, friends, TRC, and DGRW. BFA TCU @brettrawlings.
JASON RICHARDS (Moe/Ensemble) is a Jeff Award-winning Chicago-based actor whose credits include productions at Marriott Theatre, Paramount Theatre, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Mercury Theater Chicago, and Peninsula Players. Endless thanks to DDO, Elya, and his incredible family, without whom none of this would be possible.
ANTONY SANCHEZ (Robbie/Ensemble). Select credits: West Side Story International Tour (Bernardo), Paper Mill Playhouse, Barrington Stage, Fulton Theatre. TV: “American Horror Story”, “Law & Order”, “Dying for Sex”. Thanks to CESD and TRC. Love to my family, friends and Hunter. @sanchez_antony_
GRACE SAUTTER (Ensemble) is a NYC native who most recently performed with the Martha Graham Dance Company for their Centennial. She is thrilled to be making her theatre debut with this incredible team! @bygracesautter @gracesautter.
NEIL STARKENBERG (Ensemble). BROADWAY: Mamma Mia! (Pepper, u/s Sky). TOUR: Mrs. Doubtfire, Peter Pan, Mamma Mia!. TELEVISION: “Instinct”, “How I Met Your Mother.” Thanks to the creative team & TRC. Love to the fam, Brad, & LA Talent @njstarkenberg.
FISHER LANE STEWART (Ensemble) is having the time of his life on his second National Tour! Fisher grew up performing professionally in Kansas City. Recent: Back To The Future National Tour, Disney Cruise Line. Many Thanks to TR casting and family! IG: @fisherlstewart.
JOHN SWAPSHIRE (Ensemble). Blending art, Spirituality, and personal development. This Aquarian Visionary uses storytelling, intuitive insight, and energetic awareness to inspire growth. Their work encourages authenticity, Deep self-awareness, and freedom through art and spirituality.
CARMELLA TAITT (Ensemble). “Born and Raised in Brooklyn, NY, Carmella has performed in the First National Tours of Jagged Little Pill, and Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Credits include: Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade, Vogue NYFW, and more! Thank you to my Loved ones! @c.melllaa.
Coming Soon
History
- National Tour
- Pre-Tour Notes
- Surveys from Broadway Across America, American Theatre Guild, and Nederlander’s Broadway Alaska have all included this show among its offerings from as early as June 2023.
- On September 3, 2024, the booking company The Road Company, added this show to its site.
- On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, an equity job posting revealed that a tour of this show will begin in August 2026.
- Runtime: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Intermissions: 1
- Age Recommendation: 14+ (contains sexual references)
Based on the film and featuring “Hungry Eyes,” “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” and more. Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family, Frances “Baby” Houseman falls in love with the resort’s dance instructor, Johnny Castle.
- Producers: Colin Ingram, Bob Gale & Robert Zemeckis
- Music and Lyrics: Alan Silvestri & Glen Ballard
- Book: Bob Gale
- Director: John Rando
- Choreographer: Chris Bailey
- Dance Arranger: David Chase
- Musical Supervisor & Arranger: Nick Fellow
- Orchestrations: Ethan Popp & Bryan Crook
- Lighting Design: Tim Lutkin & Hugh Vanstone
- Set & Costume Design: Tim Hatley
- Sound Design: Gareth Owen
- Video Design: Finn Ross
- Illusions: Chris Fisher
- Casting: Tara Rubin
- Booking Company: The Road Company
- Press Representative: Allied Global Marketing
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
DON STEPHENSON (Doc Brown). Broadway: Trouble in Mind, The Producers, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Dracula, Private Lives, Titanic, Parade, By Jeeves, Rock of Ages, Wonderful Town. Encores: Me and My Girl, The Bandwagon, Pardon My English. Off-Broadway: Death Takes A Holiday, Take Me Along, Chess, Two Gentlemen of Verona. Television/Film: “FBI: Most Wanted,” “Law & Order,” “Blacklist,” “The Americans,” “Deception,” “Happy,” “Good Wife,” “30 Rock,” “Glee,” “Ugly Betty,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “L&O: SVU,” “Turn: Washington’s Spies.” Donstephensonactordirector.com
CADEN BRAUCH * (Marty McFly) is beyond excited to be making his past, present, and future national tour debut! He grew up doing professional theater in the greater Seattle area (5th Avenue Theatre, Village Theatre). He is a proud graduate of T. Schreiber’s Acting Conservatory and studied improv with teachers from UCB. He would like to thank the Luedtke Agency, his voice teacher Ann Evans Watson, and his entire family for all their love and support. @caden.brauch
BURKE SWANSON * (George McFly) Brooklyn based actor with credits on Broadway (The Rose Tattoo) & TV (“Harlem”). SCAD graduate. Grateful for this cast & crew, and Emily Burke at Tara Rubin Casting. My family for love. Leslie & Peri (Buchwald) & Bryan (MN) for commitment. Tyler, Kevin, Jamie, Green, & Tarzier for voice. Gra, Q, & Kenz for support. You for your presence. @burke_swanson
ZAN BERUBE (Lorraine Baines) is overjoyed to travel through time with this incredible company! She recently starred as Anne Boleyn in the National Tour of Six! UMich Alum. Endless thanks to Barrett, Tara Rubin Casting, and the entire BTTF team. It takes a village and I’m beyond grateful for my people. Mom & Dad, love you most! This one’s for the dreamers! XO Baby @zanberube
CARTREZE TUCKER (Goldie Wilson/Marvin Berry) National Tours: The Color Purple, Motown: The Musical, HAIR, To Feel A Thing: A Ritual (Holland Festival) Regional: Jersey Boys, Masquerade: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Trav’lin: A New Musical, Raisin: The Musical, Disney’s Tarzan: A New Musical, Sister Act, Disney’s Little Mermaid, & Miss Saigon. Much love to my son Buckley, my family, and Avalon. @cartreze
ETHAN ROGERS (Biff Tannan) is an actor from Austin, Texas and is much nicer in person. Most recently, Ethan was on tour with Les Misérables, where at twenty four, he was one of the youngest actors to ever perform the role of Jean Valjean. He is forever grateful for Jesus Christ, his incredible family, Tara Rubin Casting, Baldwin Wallace MT, and HCKR. John 13:35
LUKE ANTONY NEVILLE (Strickland/Mayor Red Thomas/Sam Baines, u/s Doc Brown). (he/they) British actor based in NYC – Theatre: Back to the Future (Broadway) Titanique (Off-Broadway) Your Alice (BAM). TV/Film: New Amsterdam (NBC). Huge thank you to Tara Rubin Casting & the BTTF team! For Mum, Dad & Faye! IG: @lukeantonyneville.
JOSHUA ABBOTT (Ensemble, u/s Goldie Wilson/Marvin Berry) trained in dance at the JCA. He spent summers training between the JKO school and the Joffrey ballet. He regionally was seen in 42nd Street
EMILY APPLEBAUM (Swing) is thrilled to be “time-traveling” around the country with this incredible company! National Tours: R&H’s Cinderella; Favorite regional: Bye, Bye Birdie (Goodspeed), 42nd Street (Ogunquit). Special thanks to my mentors, friends, family, especially my parents. Love & gratitude. The Hybrid Agency. @emilyapplebaum
TADE BIESINGER (Ensemble, u/s George McFly). Broadway/West End: Billy Elliot (Billy). Regional Credits: The Muny, Pioneer Theatre Company. Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program Alum. Marymount Manhattan College BFA ‘24. Thanks to God, family and friends for their unwavering love and support! @tadebiesinger
INA BLACK (Ensemble, u/s Jennifer Parker) is thrilled to be making her National Tour debut in Back To The Future: The Musical! Originally from Ohio and just recently graduated from Kent State University. Many thanks to her family, friends, and Tara Rubin Casting! Instagram: ina.blackk
BRITTANY BOHN (Swing, Dance Captain) Broadway: Back To The Future, First Nat’l Tours: Hello Dolly! (Ermengarde Cover, ADC/Swing) An American In Paris (Milo Cover, Ensemble) Regional: Goodspeed, PCLO, Barrington, etc… BFA-Dance PPU. ATL native. Endless gratitude to BTTF Team. For my people! @bittybohn
LUTHER BROOKS IV (Ensemble). NSULA 2021. CREDITS BROADWAY: Back To The Future. NATIONAL TOUR: Annie. REGIONAL: Choir Boy, AIDA, Beautiful, In The Heights. TV/Film: HBO’s “We’re Here.” Louisiana native! Thanks to The Mine Agency, family, friends, and God himself. What’s for you, won’t miss you! @iamlutherbrooks & Kinky Boots (Lola). I thank my parents and God for this opportunity. And me for pushing on.
ALYSSA CAROL (Ensemble, u/s Lorraine Baines) is thrilled to be in this wonderful company! Broadway: Bad Cinderella (OBC), Off-Broadway: A Sign of the Times, Regional: The Nutty Professor (Ogunquit Playhouse). University of Michigan MT Alum. Much love to family, friends and everyone at HCKR!
JENNY DALRYMPLE (Ensemble, Clocktower Woman). National Tour Debut! Regional: A Chorus Line (Maggie), Legally Blonde (Elle Woods), Grease (Sandy). Shenandoah BFA MT. Endless gratitude to the BTTF team, TR Casting, CTG team, my professors, and my incredibly supportive family. @jennydal3
SAMUEL GERBER (Swing, u/s Marty McFly, u/s Strickland/Lou Carruthers/Mayor Red Thomas/Sam Baines) is thrilled to continue time travelling in Hill Valley after completing the original Broadway run of BTTF! Broadway: Back to the Future (OBC). Tours: Mean Girls (OTC). For all you dreamers out there.
LAURA SKY HERMAN (Ensemble, u/s Lorraine Baines) was most recently seen starring in White Rose off-Broadway. Other favorites Hello, Dolly! — “Ermengarde” (First National Tour), Gypsy — “June” (Goodspeed, BroadwayWorld Nomination), and pre-Broadway workshops at The Shed and Playwrights Horizons. Recent Harvard grad. Much love to Mommy, Carter, Grandma, and Blue! @lauraskyherman
DAN HORN (Ensemble, u/s Biff Tannen) is thrilled to be joining the BTTF company. Broadway:
Cinderella, Bullets over Broadway, Allegiance, Miss Saigon, Some Like It Hot. Touring: Hello, Dolly!, Mean Girls. Thank you to Dustin and Marc and much love to my family. @thedanhorn
WILL JEWETT (Ensemble, u/s Biff Tannan, u/s George McFly). TV/Film: Mean Girls Musical (Dancer, Paramount Pictures). Theatre: The Wanderer (Ensemble/Swing, Paper Mill Playhouse), Singin’ in the Rain (Ensemble, Ogunquit Playhouse), An American In Paris (Ensemble, The Cape Playhouse). Penn State Musical Theatre Alum. Thank you family, Jake and Clear Talent Group. @willjewett
BEN LANHAM (Ensemble, u/s Biff). Broadway/NY: Bad Cinderella (MC), Encores!, Radio City Christmas Spectacular. TV: “Maisel.” Tours: Hello, Dolly!, American in Paris (Henri US), Anastasia, Cinderella, West Side Story International (Riff/Action US). Select Regional: MUNY, Tuacahn, TUTS, MTW. Dance Graduate OKCU @benlanham For Mom.
KIARA LEE (Jennifer Parker, Ensemble). From Kennesaw, Georgia, 2024 Musical Theatre graduate Carnegie Mellon University. Credits: Chava, Fiddler on the Roof; Anna Maria, Godspell; Michelle/Ensemble, Sister Act (PCLO); Ensemble/US Sir Sagramore, Camelot (Muny); Liesl, Sound of Music (Virginia Opera). Thanks to friends & family, especially Mom, for support. Instagram: @kiaramlee
DWAYNE P. MITCHELL (Swing, u/s Goldie Wilson/Marvin Berry) is elated to join the Hill Valley family! Proud graduate of Fisk University, and Boston Conservatory (MFA). Previously, National Tour: Ain’t Too Proud (Dennis Edwards). Glory to God! Endless gratitude to my family, friends, mi amor, and HKA! #TrustYourJourney | IG: @dwaynepmitchell
ZOE BROOKE REED (Betty, u/s Jennifer Parker). National Tour: The Prom, Waitress. Regional: Meet Me in St Louis, Grease, Children of Eden. Shenandoah BFA MT. Many thanks to TR casting and the BTTF team. Love to Eris, Thirdhill, family, and friends for the support! @zoebrookereed http://www.zoebrookereed.com
FISHER LANE STEWART (Dave, u/s Marty McFly). National tour debut! This is heavy! Fisher grew up performing professionally in Kansas City. Recent: Disney Cruise Lines (Swing). This is a dream come true for a lifelong BTTF fan! Thanks to family, friends, and LT. Time-travel with me: @FisherLStewart
ROSS THOMPSON (Swing, u/s Doc Brown, u/s Strickland) is absolutely ecstatic to be touring the country with Back To The Future! Previous stage credits: Matilda, West Side Story, Newsies, Jesus Christ Superstar. Endless gratitude to my parents, Anna, Brenton, Brian, and my friends and chosen family. Much love!
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LUCAS HALLAUER (Marty McFly) is so stoked to be going Back to the Future! Lucas is originally from Virginia Beach, VA and graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a BFA in Musical Theatre in 2023. National Tours: Mean Girls. Thanks to Tara Rubin Casting, Colin Ingram & the BTTF creative team for their trust and guidance. Love & gratitude to his parents, sisters Maggie & Kelly, and his friends and mentors for their continued support.
– Assumed the role starting January 28, 2025
MIKE BINDEMAN (George McFly) Previous theatrical credits: The Cher Show (1st National Tour), The Rocky Horror Show (Bucks County Playhouse), The Lightning Thief (Playhouse Square), Grease (Argyle Theatre), Ghost (Beck Center for the Arts), Mamma Mia! (Forestburgh Playhouse), among others. A Chicago native and Baldwin Wallace Musical Theatre Graduate (Class of 2023). Represented by HCKR Agency.
– Assumed the role starting January 14, 2025
Coming Soon
- At The End Of The Day
- I Dreamed A Dream
- Lovely Ladies
- Who Am I?
- Come To Me
- Castle On A Cloud
- Master Of The House
- The Thénardier Waltz Of Treachery
- Look Down
- Stars
- Red And Black
- Do You Hear The People Sing?
- In My Life
- A Heart Full Of Love
- One Day More
- On My Own
- A Little Fall Of Rain
- Drink With Me (To Days Gone By)
- Bring Him Home
- Dog Eats Dog
- Empty Chairs At Empty Tables
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