Photo Flash: Spectacular Opening Night for THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE at Haven Academy of the Arts

The talented cast of THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE received a standing ovation following their opening night performance at Haven Academy of the Arts in El Segundo. The production is directed by Rebekah Hellerman, Haven Academy's Artistic and Managing Director. Please join them for a wonderful evening of entertainment, perfect for the entire family, at the OCF Auditorium (343 Coral Circle in El Segundo) on July 10, 11, 12, 13 at 7:00 PM and July 13 at 2:00 PM.

Taking place in New York City in 1922, "Thoroughly Modern Millie" tells the story of young Millie Dillmount, who has just moved to the city in search of a new life for herself. It's a New York full of intrigue and jazz - a time when women were entering the workforce and the rules of love and social behavior were changing forever. THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is a high-spirited musical romp that will have your whole family dancing the Charleston.

Haven Academy's cast of youth ages 11-21 includes Callista Abinante, DeAna Abinante, Rebeca Abinante, Cassie Atkinson, Clayton Atkinson, Kayla Atkinson, Farren Borden, Jordan Caballero, Abigail Cash, Esther Cash, Nico Catalano, Kelsey Chaykowski, Khenadi Christmas, Miguel Contreras, Kenny Cook, Kelly Crabtree, Kate Crabtree, James Graham, Laura Hernandez, Grace Julian, Kaylee Julian, Micah Julian, Micah Lambert, Brandi Morales, Leah Morales, Emma Morton, Amber Mullenbach, Annie Ortiz, Kayla Ortiz, Rachel Penner, Alyssa Poe, Hannah Rams, Gabby Segovia, Kelsey Simon, Mandi Thomas, Heather Torrey, Britney Torrey, and Mindy Truman who will be performing the original Broadway version of this TONY Award winning musical including all the challenging tap routines and difficult jazz harmonies presented in the Broadway production.

Tickets are available for $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door and may be purchased on-line at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/393346 or by calling 1-800-838-3006

Haven Academy of the Arts is an after-school 501(c)3 arts program that uses arts education to develop character in youth. Three of the actors in the cast are on full scholarship, made possible by Haven Academy's donors.

More information may be obtained from Haven Academy's website at www.havenartsacademy.org or by contacting Rebekah Hellerman, Haven Academy's Artistic and Managing Director, at 310-944-0024.

Photos by Bob Francis

Millie arrives in New York

Millie (Kayla Atkinson) bobs her hair and celebrates being modern.

Grace Julian, Kelly Crabtree, Rachel Penner, Laura Hernandez

Kayla Atkinson, James Graham

Kayla Atkinson and Millie's entourage

Too much fun leads to a night in jail.

Hannah Rams

Millie and the girls try to "Forget About the Boy"

James Graham, Kayla Atkinson

Micah Lambert, James Graham

Kelly Crabtree, Leah Morales, Rachel Pener

Kayla Atkinson, James Graham, Nico Catalano