Sunny Afternoon at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Dates: 3/21/2025 - 4/27/2025
📍 Theatre: Chicago Shakespeare Theater
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Sunny Afternoon is the North American premiere of the musical that chronicles The Kinks' rise to rock 'n' roll fame through their iconic songs. Directed by Edward Hall, the production features an ensemble cast including Danny Horn as Ray Davies, Oliver Hoare as Dave Davies, and Michael Lepore as Peter Quaife, among others. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of 1960s London, showcasing chart-toppers like “You Really Got Me” and “Lola.” With original music and lyrics by Ray Davies and a script by Joe Penhall, this performance offers a concert experience that celebrates the band's enduring legacy.
Cast and Creative Team for Sunny Afternoon at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Cast
Ben Mayne
Robert Wace
Ana Margaret Marcu
Rasa
Michael Lepore
Peter Quaife
Will Leonard
Grenville Collins
Danny Horn
Ray Davies
Oliver Hoare
Dave Davies
Jared D.M. Grant
Gregory Piven
Marya Grandy
Annie Davies
Sean Fortunato
Larry Page
John Carlin
Fred Davies
Joy Campbell
Joyce
Emma Grace Bailey
Peggy
Joseph Papke
Kassner
Kieran McCabe
Mick Avory
Kayla Shipman
Rosie
Creative Team
Casting By Them
New York Casting.
Bob Mason
Chicago Casting
Nat Treloar
Instrument Tech
Anna Vu
Production Assistant
Danny Fender
Assistant Stage Manager
Christine D. Freeburg
Production Stage Manager
Jo Hoagland
Directing Apprentice
Ken Hampton
Associate Sound Designer
Milo Blue
Associate Scenic Designer
Emily Goodenough
Assistant Choreographer
Marie Ramirez Downing
Dialect and Vocal Coach
Max Fabian
Fight and Intimacy Choreographer
Mason Moss
Music Director
Ray Davies
Music, Lyrics, and Original Story
Joe Penhall
Book
Edward Hall
Director
Elliott Ware
Music Supervisor
Adam Cooper
Choreographer
Miriam Buether
Set and Costume Designer
Rick Fisher
Lighting Designer
Matt McKenzie
Sound Designer
Christopher Chase Carter
Associate Director
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