Bend Toward the Light is a sung-through musical that delves into the complex relationship between twins Asher Fitzgerald and Willow during a real-time interrogation. The narrative unfolds as Asher recounts a significant trip into the woods, where they sought to unearth a time capsule they buried in their childhood. The musical features music by Sarah Slipp and book and lyrics by Bryce Palmer. This production is part of the Chicago Musical Theatre Festival, celebrating new works from musical theatre creators.
Cast and Creative Team for Bend Toward the Light at Kokandy Productions
Creative Team
Katie Svaicer
Board Member.
Nicholas Reinhart
Festival Producer
Scot Kokandy
Executive Producer
Sarah Slipp
Composer
Bryce Palmer
Book and Lyrics
Wyatt Andrew Brownell
Book, Music and Lyrics
Scott Evan Davis
Book, Music & Lyrics
Jason Marks
Book, Music & Lyrics
Liam P. Mulligan
Book, Music & Lyrics
Jonathan Keebler
Book and Lyrics
Ryan Korell
Music
Derek Van Barham
Producing Artistic Director
Adrian Abel Azevedo
Artistic Associate
Leda Hoffman
Artistic Associate
Preston Cropp
Board Member
Danielle Sparklin
Board Member
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