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James Turns 54: A (Kind of) Birthday Celebration will showcase the musical talents of James Stryska, a celebrated composer and music director, as he reflects on cherished moments from his past concerts. This special performance at 54 Below will feature a diverse lineup of over 20 performers, including Delaney Brown, Joomin Hwang, and Johanna Moise, among others. Join Stryska for a night filled with original arrangements and unique interpretations of his most beloved songs, celebrating both his birthday and the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community.
Cast and Creative Team for James Turns 54: A (Kind of) Birthday Celebration at 54 Below
Cast
Rixey Terry
Sunset Boulevard
Justin David Sullivan
& Juliet
Cole Thompson
Into the Woods
Brian Vaulx Jr.
Medusa: A New Musical
Emily Sweeney Goldstein
Madea: A Musical Comedy
Carolina Rial
“The Voice”
Erin Ramirez
Hamilton, SIX
Ren Parker
“FBI: Most Wanted”
Molly Oldham
Heathers
Jackson Mizell
Ensemble
Eric May Liu
Spring Awakening
Joomin Hwang
& Juliet
Johanna Moise
Death Becomes Her
Delaney Brown
Jagged Little Pill
Nick T. Daley
MJ
Cara Rose DiPietro
“Elsbeth”
Megan Dwinell
Ensemble
Makena Jackson
Dear Evan Hansen
Jacobi Kai
MJ
Micaela Lamas
Dear Evan Hansen, TEETH
Pablo David Laucerica
The Queen of Versailles, Dear Evan Hansen
Kyra Linekin
The Pyramid: A ‘Dance Moms’ Parody Musical
Katryna Marttala
Medusa: A New Musical
Creative Team
James Stryska
Composer
Cara Weglarz
Producer
James Stryska
Music Director
James Stryska
Producer
Molly Heller
Producer
News About James Turns 54: A (Kind of) Birthday Celebration at 54 Below
Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
May 30, 2025 Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!
JAMES TURNS 54: A (KIND OF) BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Comes To 54 Below In June
May 21, 2025 54 BELOW wlll present James Turns 54: A (Kind of) Birthday Celebration on June 2 at 7:00pm. The concert will also be live-streamed. Multihyphenate composer, arranger, and music director extraordinaire James Stryska is returning to 54 Below… for the 54th time!
54 Below to Celebrate Pride Month with Tracie Thoms, Lee Roy Reams, Jenn Colella, and More
May 20, 2025 54 BELOW will honor the LGBTQ+ performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Pride Month. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
James Stryska's JAMES TURNS 54: A (KIND OF) BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION is Coming to 54 Below
April 30, 2025 Multihyphenate composer, arranger, and music director extraordinaire James Stryska is returning to 54 Below… for the 54th time! Learn how to purchase tickets here!About the Theatre
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