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Into the Woods at The Encore Musical Theatre Company

Dates: 2/15/2024 - 3/3/2024

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7714 Ann Arbor Street
Dexter, MI 48130

Phone: 734-268-6200

Tickets: $28-$54

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Into the Woods

This is not your mother's Into The Woods! Matthew Brennan (Sweeney Todd) brings us a fresh and creative take on this beloved Sondheim musical. The extraordinary company, led by Broadway's Jessica Grové as The Baker's Wife, is sure to take you on an unexpected journey that is full of surprises. Don't miss this inventive production that can't be seen anywhere else!

Into the Woods at The Encore Musical Theatre Company Schedule

Thursday, February 15 at 7:30
Friday, February 16 at 7:30
Saturday, February 17 at 2:00 and 7:30
Sunday, February 18 at 2:00
Thursday, February 22 at 3:00
Friday, February 23 at 7:30
Saturday, February 24 at 2:00 and 7:30
Sunday, February 25 at 2:00
Thursday, February 29 at 3:00
Friday, March 1 at 7:30
Saturday, March 2 at 2:00 and 7:30
Sunday, March 3 at 2:00

Cast and Creative Team for Into the Woods at The Encore Musical Theatre Company

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Jessica Grové
The Baker's Wife
appeared on Broadway in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (Miss Dorothy), and LES MISÉRABLES (Eponine). At age 15, she was cast as Dorothy in THE WIZARD OF OZ at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, then starred in the National Tour with Mickey Rooney and Eartha Kitt (1998 Grammy nominated cast album). Performances at The Encore include: Mother in A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL (Wilde Award, dir. Dan Cooney), Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY (dir. Tony Walton), The Witch in INTO THE WOODS (dir. Dan Cooney), CLUB MOROCCO and EVITA, as well as numerous cabarets and concerts. Select Tours and Regional: THE BOY FRIEND (Polly, dir. Julie Andrews), DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Belle), DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID (Ariel), SHE LOVES ME (Amalia), THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Maria) and OKLAHOMA! (Laurey).
Marcus Jordan
The Baker
is honored to take his first trip into the Woods! A west Michigan native, Marcus recently returned home after spending several years performing, teaching, and directing in NYC. His most recent regional acting credits include WORKING, A MUSICAL (Frank the Trucker), RAGTIME THE MUSICAL (Coalhouse Walker Jr./Booker T. Washington), PARADE (Newt Lee), and RENT (Benny Coffin III). Marcus has been fortunate to facilitate the theater arts in various capacities. During the 2022-23 season, Marcus directed productions OF RENT, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, and THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. Marcus is a Theatre Voice Professor at Western Michigan University and also serves as the Theatre Director at Southwestern Michigan College.
Aidan Jones
Narrator
is a current senior in the University of Michigan’s Musical Theatre program. He is ecstatic to be returning to The Encore Musical Theatre Company after previously portraying Young John/Ensemble in A THOUSAND FACES: THE LON CHANEY MUSICAL, rounding out the Adult Ensemble of A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL, and most recently playing the role of Mitch Mahoney in THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. Other previous works of Aidan’s include Eddie Souther in SISTER ACT (Sonoma Summer Repertory Theatre Festival), Romeo in ROMEO & JULIET (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art), Joseph in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (FSCJ SMTE), AJ in CHOIR BOY (Players by the Sea Theatre), and Kevin Walsh in JUNK: THE GOLDEN AGE OF DEBT (UMich Department of Theatre & Drama).
Jennifer Horne
The Witch
is thrilled to make her Encore debut with this production of INTO THE WOODS. Recent roles include Morticia in THE ADDAMS FAMILY and Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA: THE MUSICAL. When not performing, Jen is likely either fixing up her 100-year-old home in Detroit or working as a freelance communications specialist. She also sits on the boards of Planet Ant Theatre and the Detroit Women of Comedy Festival.
Ash Moran
Cinderella
is thrilled to return to The Encore after their recent performance in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Audrey), TRIBUTE: PAUL SIMON & GARFUNKEL, and last season’s STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN: A TRIBUTE TO CLASSIC ROCK. Favorite credits include Maureen in RENT at The Dio, THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL (Pippi), 35MM (Photographer) and THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Mitch Mahoney). Ash is a graduate of Oakland University (BFA, Musical Theatre) and they could not be more excited to share the stage with such a wonderful cast and creative team.
Sienna Berkseth
Little Red Riding Hood
is thrilled to be making her debut at The Encore. Past favorite credits include the National Tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Louisa), A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Meadow Brook Theatre (Fan/Belinda), WAIT UNTIL DARK at Avon Players (Gloria), and MATILDA at RCS Summer Music Theatre (Matilda). When offstage, Sienna enjoys drawing/animating, listening to music, reading, and writing.
Tsumari Patterson
Jack
is a first year Musical Theatre Major at University of Michigan and is honored to be a part of The Encore’s INTO THE WOODS this season. This is Tsumari’s first professional credit after graduating from City Springs Theater’s Conservatory and SOTA @ Central Gwinnett High school in Georgia and he’s grateful for the opportunity to dive into such a beautiful and fun story!
Sarah B. Stevens
Jack's Mother
is excited to be returning to The Encore after recent roles including Dorothy Brock in 42ND STREET and Donna in MAMMA MIA! Past Encore roles include Pattie in SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE, Mrs. Lovett in SWEENEY TODD (Wilde Award Winner for Best Actress in a Musical), Lily in SECRET GARDEN, Roz in 9 TO 5, and Big Alison in FUN HOME. Other credits include M’Lynn in STEEL MAGNOLIAS with Tipping Point Theater, Myra in THE FOURTH MESSENGER at The Ark, and MARVELOUS LINDA in Makin’ Bond (The Obsidian Theater Festival).
Gayle E. Martin
Milky White/The Giantess
is a native Ann Arbor-ight and a graduate of the University of Michigan where she earned her BFA degree. She was an instructor of dance for 43 years, and voice for six, at Washtenaw Community College; she retired in 2021, receiving a lifetime achievement award for her more than four decades of service in education and performing in the Arts. Currently, she is the lead teacher for the Toddler room at The Children’s Creative Center where, for the last 26 years, she has co-directed and choreographed their summer musicals. Gayle believes in giving back, and the monies from these shows help fund a foundation that assists parents who can’t afford daycare. Gayle has been blessed and honored to perform onstage, whether it be dance, singing, or acting, since the age of three, and her performance bio is extensive. Most recently she was seen on The Encore stage playing Maggie in 42nd STREET, for which she earned a Wilde Award for Best Supporting Actress. She has also been heard over the airwaves during the holidays with Wine Women and Song, supporting the Kerrytown Concert House. She is happy to be back on stage in this production of INTO THE WOODS and considers The Encore her home away from home.
Nicholas Kraft
Cinderella's Prince/Wolf
Dan Morrison
Mysterious Man/Cinderella's Father
Marlene Inman
Cinderella's Step-Mother/Mother/Granny
Marcus Calderon
Rapunzel's Prince
Elizabeth Jaffe
Florinda
Sabrina Dahlgren
Lucinda

Creative Team

Matthew Brennan
Director
Frank Pitts
Music Director
Sarah Tanner
Set Design
Marilee Dechart
Costume Design
Ariel Sheets
Production Stage Manager
Jada McCarthy
ASM
Emma Hutchinson
ASM
Anne Donevan
Prop Design
Chris Goosman
Chris GoosmanSound Design
Justin GibsonLighting Design
Lighting Design
Talia Bowes
Lighting Asst.
Kate VanHorn
Scenic Painter

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The Encore Musical Theatre Company

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7714 Ann Arbor Street
Dexter, MI 48130

Phone: 734-268-6200

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The Encore Musical Theatre Company is Southeast Michigan’s premier professional musical theatre, committed to producing high-quality musicals and live music performances that entertain, inspire, and bring communities together. Recognized by the performers’ union, Actors’ Equity Association, The Encore is a not-for-profit professional musical theatre company located in historic Dexter, Michigan. Our mission is to create the highest quality theatrical productions with an emphasis on musical theatre, utilizing both nationally and locally sourced professional artists to bring stories to life in our uniquely intimate space.

The Encore was founded in 2008 by Broadway actor Dan Cooney and local residents Anne and Paul Koch. All three shared a love for the charming “Village of Dexter” and a belief that what would make it even more vibrant was a theater. Over the past 15 years, the Encore has produced over 190 productions, concerts and other special events, including many Golden Age classics, powerful contemporary musicals, new works, and diverse concert offerings.

In our 15-year history, we have played host to many Broadway and award-winning artists including Tony Walton (Tony, Emmy and Oscar winner), Jeremy Jordan (Newsies, Smash, Supergirl), Kahil El’Zabar (legendary modern jazz multi-instrumentalist), Kathie Lee Gifford (Live! With Regis and Kathie Lee, Daytime Emmy winner), Alice Ripley (Tony Award-winning Broadway actor), John McDaniel (The Rosie O’Donnell Show, Emmy and Grammy winner), Telly Leung (Aladdin, Glee), Jessica Grové (The Wizard of Oz, Thoroughly Modern Millie), Erika Henningsen (Mean Girls), Gary Adler (Avenue Q, Alter Boyz), Aaron LaVigne (Jesus Christ Superstar), Janet Allard (Playwright, Fulbright Fellow), Niko Tsakalakos (Composer/Lyricist), Larry Gatlin (The Gatlin Brothers), Conor Ryan (Moulin Rouge), Ali Ewoldt (The Phantom of the Opera), Hugh Panaro (The Phantom of the Opera) and many others.

The Encore is home to a successful Summer Theatre Program that began in 2010, educating children ages 5-18 each summer. The popular program has grown to over 150 students yearly, and provides a nurturing and safe space for children to create, explore, make lasting friendships and build their confidence.

Thanks to a great deal of community support, The Encore continues to thrive and contribute significantly to the economic and cultural richness of Dexter and Southeast Michigan.

The Encore Musical Theatre Company Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ

What shows are coming up next at The Encore Musical Theatre Company?

Tribute: TAYLOR SWIFT (3/12/26-3/15/26)
RENT (4/9/26-5/3/26)
Tribute: BILLIE HOLIDAY (5/7/26-5/10/26)
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (6/4/26-7/19/26)

Where is The Encore Musical Theatre Company located?

The Encore Musical Theatre Company is at 7714 Ann Arbor Street, Dexter, MI.

What shows have played recently at The Encore Musical Theatre Company?

Tribute: DEFYING GRAVITY - The Music of Stephen Schwartz (2/19/26-2/22/26)
Tribute: BOB SEGER (2/5/26-2/8/26)
A Merry Little Christmas (12/17/25-12/18/25)
Disney's FROZEN (12/4/25-1/11/26)
RADIO RECALL (10/23/25-10/26/25)
SHE LOVES ME (10/2/25-10/11/25)
Tribute: STEVIE WONDER (9/11/25-9/14/25)
Dan Cooney & Friends: The Nashville Edition (7/11/25-7/11/25)
West Side Story (6/5/25-7/6/25)
Tribute: Joni Mitchell (5/8/25-5/11/25)

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