Casting is now set for the Ogunquit Playhouse's world premiere of the new musical My Best Friend’s Wedding, based on the hit film of the same name. Directed by Tony winner Kathleen Marshall, performances are scheduled for September 26–October 27 at the Maine venue.
The cast will be led by Krystal Joy Brown (Merrily We Roll Along) as Julianne, Tony winner Matt Doyle (Company) as Michael, Lianah Sta. Ana (Miss Saigon) as Kimmy, Morgan Bryant (Mean Girls national tour) as Samantha, Zoe Jensen (Six) as Amanda, Telly Leung (Aladdin) as George, Mark Lotito (Some Like It Hot) as Walter, Austin Phillips (Parade) as Scotty, and Soara-Joye Ross (Hadestown) as Isabelle.
The ensemble will include Kailey Boyle, Daniel Brackett, Runako Campbell, Deanna Cudjoe, Aaron Graham, Harris Matthew, Jessica Sheridan, Mikayla Thrasher, and Craig Waletzko with Kaitie Buckert and Raphe Gilliam as swings.
Adapted from the 1997 film written by Ron Bass, the musical follows food critic Julianne Potter as she attempts to rekindle a relationship with an old flame...at his wedding. The Julia Roberts-led screen version famously included a group performance of Burt Bacharach and Hal David's "I Say a Little Prayer" (led by Rupert Everett). This stage version will also include the pair's "I'll Never Fall in Love Again" (originally written for Broadway's Promises, Promises), "I Just Don't Know What to Do With Myself," "Walk On By," "What's New Pussycat?," and more songs from the Bacharach-David song catalogue. The musical's book is co-written by Bass and Jonathan Harvey.
“We are so excited to present the world premiere of My Best Friend’s Wedding in collaboration with Crossroads Live, as well as to welcome back to our stage the three-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Kathleen Marshall,” said Ogunquit Executive Artistic Director Bradford Kenney in a statement. “With Kathleen and this extraordinary cast and creative team, we continue our tradition of shaping the future of American theatre.”
The new musical will also have music direction by Andrew Sotomayor, scenic and costume design by Colin Richmond, lighting design by Richard Latta, sound design by Kevin Heard, and wig, hair, and makeup design by Roxanne De Luna. Nikki Lint is the production stage manager. Casting is by ARC's Mark Brandon and Jarrett Reiche.
The musical was previously set to premiere in 2020 with an Ireland and U.K. tour. That plan was initially postponed and later cancelled due to the pandemic.
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