The Shawnee Playhouse presents Cats, running from June 14 to July 6, 2025. Directed and choreographed by Naomi Naughton, who has a rich background as a former Broadway performer in the show, this production features an ensemble of talented local actors, including Midge McClosky, Gillian Turner, and Black Cherry Love. Based on T.S. Eliot’s poetry, the musical invites audiences into the world of Jellicle Cats as they make the pivotal "Jellicle Choice" under the moonlight, showcasing iconic songs and captivating dance sequences. This rendition promises to be a moving tribute to the original Broadway classic, bringing to life the whimsical feline characters and their stories.
Cast and Creative team for Cats at The Shawnee Playhouse
Cast
Rob Howell
Grizabella
Ryan Cook
Grizabella
Joseph Ambrosia
Mr. Mistoffelees
David Arzberger
Rum Tum Tugger
Della Baird
Admetus
Mary Bolan
Jellylorum
Brian Bolinger
George
Anya Cameron
Silabub
Arwen Cameron
Demeter
Averie Cameron
Tantomile
Belly Cameron
Cassandra
Laurel Cameron
Victoria
Cordelia D’Orsi
Etcetera
Maddy Drivon
Jemima
Sarah Farmer
Hysperia
Megan Fry
Bombalurina
Rebecca Pieper
Grizabella
Michael Guerriere
Skimbleshanks
Lisa Dellarossa
Grizabella
Jojo
Grizabella
RJ Cooney
Bill Bailey
Deanna Badik Katsock
Grizabella
Hillary Stevens
Grizabella
Midge McClosky
Grizabella
Gillian Turner
Grizabella
Black Cherry Love
Grizabella
Kristen Long
Grizabella
Sarah McCarroll
Grizabella
Lindsey Cook
Grizabella
Adriana Stigliano Beers
Grizabella
Naomi Naughton
Reddin
Riley Henderson
Pouncival
Margaret Lebre White
Rumpleteazer
Erik Simon
Plato/Macavity
Mikaela Lipitz
Electra
Michael Morano
Bustopher Jones
Dirk Marks
Gus, The Theatre Cat
Ken McMullen
Old Deuteronomy
Joseph Mowad
Alonzo
Torin Murphy
Coricopat
Finn Naughton
Mungojerrie
Jordan Oney
Munkustrap
Vanessa Ramos
Exotica
Brianna Rosa
Jennyanydots
Hanna Srour
Carbuketty
Creative Team
Ginny Kirkwood
Producer
Charles Kirkwood
Producer
Samantha Cameron
Press Writer
Bobby McClosky
Media Manager
Kenneth Card
Promotional Photographer
Midge McClosky
Costumer
Jessica Walters Krupski
Stage Manager
Bryan Scotton
Music Director
Joseph Ambrosia
Associate Choreographer
Megan Fry
Associate Choreographer
Naomi Naughton
Choreographer
Naomi Naughton
Director
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