Dance NewsSneak Peek at Freddie Falls in Love With Matt Doyle and Melanie MooreThe dance narrative created by Al Blackstone is set to return to New York City July 23 for a limited engagement Off-Broadway.
By
Marc J. Franklin
July 15, 2019
Freddie Falls in Love, the dance narrative created by Emmy–nominated So You Think You Can Dance choreographer and former Wicked cast member Al Blackstone, is set to return to the Joyce Theater for a limited two-week run July 23–August 4.
Originally conceived and presented as a fundraiser for Dancers Responding to AIDS, the dance narrative follows a boy on his journey of self-discovery after experiencing heartbreak. The piece made its New York City premiere in 2016.
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A Sneak Peek at Freddie Falls in Love With Matt Doyle and Melanie Moore
Original cast members Matt Doyle (The Book of Mormon, The Heart of Rock and Roll) and SYTYCD alum Melanie Moore (Hello, Dolly!, Finding Neverland) reprise their performances from the New York City premiere. Rounding out the cast the cast are Marc Cardarelli, Katie Drablos, Chantelle Good, Lindsay Janisse, Evan Kasprzak, Tiare Keeno, Kolton Krouse, Andrew Mulet, Shelby Nunn, Betty Weinberger, and Jason Williams.
The Fred Ebb Award recognizes excellence in musical theatre songwriting, by a songwriter or songwriting team that has not yet achieved significant commercial success.