Photo Flash: First Look at Haven Academy's THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE

Haven Academy of the Arts, an El Segundo-based theatre program, is pleased to present its summer production of Thoroughly Modern Millie with music by Jeanine Teson, lyrics by Dick Scanlan, and a book by Richard Morris and Dick Scanlan. The production is directed by Rebekah Hellerman, Haven Academy's Artistic and Managing Director.

Please join us for a wonderful evening of entertainment, perfect for the entire family. Performances will be held at the OCF Auditorium at 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.