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Desperate Measures at International City Theatre
Dates: 2/20/2025 - 3/9/2025
📍 Theatre: International City Theatre
International City Theatre
330 East Seaside Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: (562)436-4610
Tickets: $44-$59
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International City Theatre presents the Los Angeles premiere of a foot-stompin’, knee-slappin’ musical inspired by Shakespeare's Measure for Measure. Saddle up for this joyous musical comedy with a score by award-winning composer David Friedman and book and lyrics by two-time Tony nominee Peter Kellogg. When the dangerously handsome Johnny Blood’s life is on the line, he must put his fate into the hands of a colorful cast of characters. Laws are broken and hearts are won as they try to find justice in a world that often doesn’t seem just. Winner of two Drama Desk Awards, for “Outstanding Musical” and “Outstanding Lyrics”; the Outer Critics Circle Award for “Outstanding New Off-Broadway Musical”; and the Off-Broadway Alliance Award for “Best New Musical.” International City Theatre at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, 330 E. Seaside Way, Long Beach, CA 90802; (562) 436-4610; InternationalCityTheatre.org.
Cast and Creative Team for Desperate Measures at International City Theatre
Cast
Gabbie Adner
Sister Mary Jo
Aaron Gibbs
Johnny Blood
Christopher Karbo
Governor
Madison Sprague
Bella Rose
Daniel Stevens
Sheriff Green
Jason Whitton
Father Morse
Creative Team
Todd Nielsen
Director/Choreographer
Daniel Gary Busby
Music Director
Destiny Manewal
Set Designer;
Donna Ruzika
Lighting Designer
Kim DeShazo
Costume Designer
Dave Mickey
Sound Designer
Patty Briles
Prop Designer
Michael Donovan
Casting
Richie Ferris
Casting
Donna R. Parsons
Stage Manager
caryn desai
Artistic Director/Producer
News About Desperate Measures at International City Theatre
Interview: Caryn Desai on ICT's 40th Anniversary Season of Premieres
February 21, 2025 International City Theatre (ICT) is opening its 40th Anniversary Season on February 21 with the Los Angeles premiere of the musical comedy Desperate Measures (inspired by Shakespeare's Measure for Measure). The rest of the season features all premieres, something ICT is not usually known to do. I decided to speak with the theater’s Artistic Director caryn desai (sic) (pictured) about that decision and the challenges faced over the years.
Photos: DESPERATE MEASURES Opens International City Theatre 40th Anniversary Season
February 19, 2025 International City Theatre will launch its 40th anniversary season of premieres on Friday with the Los Angeles premiere of “Desperate Measures,” a foot-stompin’, knee-slappin’ musical inspired by Shakespeare's Measure for Measure. See photos from the show.
DESPERATE MEASURES to Launch International City Theatre 40th Anniversary
January 15, 2025 International City Theatre is launching its 40th anniversary season of premieres with the Los Angeles premiere of Desperate Measures, a foot-stompin’, knee-slappin’ musical inspired by Shakespeare's Measure for Measure. Learn more!About the Theatre
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International City Theatre Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
Where is International City Theatre located?
International City Theatre is at 330 East Seaside Way, Long Beach, CA.
What shows have played recently at International City Theatre?
The Violin Maker (04/24/25-05/11/25)
Murder on the Links (10/18/24-11/03/24)
The Double V (08/22/24-09/08/24)
The Outsider (06/13/24-06/30/24)
What The Constitution Means To Me (05/02/24-05/19/24)
Marilyn, Mom & Me (02/14/24-03/03/24)
Deathtrap (10/18/23-11/05/23)
Exit Wounds (08/23/23-09/10/23)
Murder on the Links (10/18/24-11/03/24)
The Double V (08/22/24-09/08/24)
The Outsider (06/13/24-06/30/24)
What The Constitution Means To Me (05/02/24-05/19/24)
Marilyn, Mom & Me (02/14/24-03/03/24)
Deathtrap (10/18/23-11/05/23)
Exit Wounds (08/23/23-09/10/23)
What is the history of International City Theatre ?
ICT is the resident professional theatre company of the City of Long Beach. Established on the campus of Long Beach City College in 1985, ICT moved to its current performing home, the Beverly O’Neill Theater at the downtown Long Beach Performing Arts complex in 1996. ICT’s mainstage season, combined with its carefully curated slate of education programs for children (PACT, Summer Youth Conservatory), young adults (free tickets to performances/talk backs, paid internships), families (Free Saturday Family Theatre), and seniors (transportation and free tickets), its programs have something to offer everyone from 4 to 104 and reach around 30,000 people annually. Explore the ways that you can support ICT’s commitment to presenting high quality productions and education programs to our diverse greater Long Beach community.
What shows are coming up next at International City Theatre?
The Violin Maker (4/24/25-5/11/25)
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