Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

By: Jul. 20, 2013
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For its landmark 60th Mainstage production, Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) - the highest-attended, live year-round theatre in the Valley of the Sun - will produce the epic Biblical saga Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat from now through August 18. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

First appearing on Broadway in 1982, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat received a number of Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical, for its portrayal of the classic story of Joseph. Embracing Joseph's ability to believe in his dreams against all odds, the story chronicles his journey toward greatness. Encountering a number of obstacles including his jealous brothers and a powerful Pharoah, he learns the value of reconciliation and forgiveness.

"This show displays important messages to follow your dreams, forgive and recognize the strength of family bonds," said Joe Martinez, director of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. "Combine those elements with ABT's fantastical production abilities and Joseph is the fun and inspiring summer entertainment families are looking for."

The energetic cast of professional actors, singers and dancers is primarily made up of ABT alumni. Leading the cast as Joseph, is New York-based Ryan Michael Crimmins who most recently appeared on the ABT Mainstage as Freddy in My Fair Lady. Joining Crimmins is Arizona native Laura Berger who will be playing the role of the Narrator. Fellow cast members include Jesse Berger (9 to 5) as Jacob and Jeremy Sartin (All Shook Up) as Zebulon. The production will also include more than 50 children from the Valley throughout the show. Kurtis W. Overby will also be returning as the choreographer for the production.

Tickets are on sale now for evening and matinee performances. Prices vary according to date, time and availability. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is suitable for all audiences; wrap your entire family in this glorious coat of many colors. For more information about Arizona Broadway Theatre, and to purchase tickets contact the box office at (623) 776-8400 or visit azbroadway.org.

Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) professional performing arts organization located in Peoria, Ariz. The theatre produces eight Mainstage productions each season, up to 12 special events annually and enriches youth statewide through its Theatre for Young Audiences and Academy for Young Performers programs. In its short time in the Valley, ABT has been recognized as the "Best Playhouse of the Valley" by PHOENIX Magazine and was the winner of WESTMARC's "2011 Best of the West" Award. Additionally, ABT has grown to be the highest-attended, live year-round theatre venue in the Valley of the Sun. ABT showcases actors and designers from New York City, the greater Phoenix area and around the country in its state-of-the-art productions. For more information, call the box office at 623.776.8400 or visit azbroadway.org.

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
The Brothers. - Cullen Law, Jeremy Sartin, Brad Rupp, Colin Lee, Adam Shaff, Nic Bryan, Ryan Michael Crimmins (center), Leonardo Altafini, Scott Shedenhelm, Joey Donnelly, Kyshawn Lane

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
The Narrator, played by Laura Berger, surrounded by members of the children's chorus. (Top Row: Tommy Cimato, Madison Cichon, Andrea Gameros, Jesse Pike. Bottom Row: India Chudnow, Alex Ohmart, McKenna Spanko, Josh Pike, Delaney Spanko, Nickela Rooney. Center: Laura Berger.

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Simeon (Brad Rupp) leads Joseph's brothers in "One More Angel in Heaven/Hoedown" to comfort Joseph's father, Jacob (Jesse Berger). - Leonardo Altafini, David Kirsch, Brad Rupp, Colin Lee, Scott Shedenhelm, Jesse Berger, Joey Donnelly, Jeremy Sartin, Nic Bryan, Kyshawn Lane.

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Joseph (Ryan Michael Crimmins, center) interprets the dreams of the Pharaoh (Jeremy Sartin). - Scott Shedenhelm, Cullen Law, Ryan Michael Crimmins, Jeremy Sartin)

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
A member of the children's chorus (Josh Pike) accompanies Joseph (Ryan Michael Crimmins) after he is thrown in jail by Potiphar.

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Go, Go, Go Joseph! - Top Row: Leonardo Altafini, Cullen Law, Joey Donnelly, Nic Bryan, Jeremy Sartin, Brad Rupp. Middle Row: Trisha Hart Ditsworth, Scott Shedenhelm, Chica Loya. Bottom Row: Laurie Trygg, Colin Lee, Shelley Jenkins, Laura Berger, Adam Shaff, Ryan Michael Crimmins, Lynzee Jaye Paul 4man, David Kirsch, Alissa Tucker

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
The cast and children's chorus surround Joseph (Ryan Michael Crimmins) and his technicolor dreamcoat. (Alex Ohmart, India Chudnow, Tristan Klaphake, Morgan Goldberg, Trisha Hart Ditsworth, Laura Berger, Kyshawn Lane, Joey Donnelly, Chica Loya, Ryan Michael Crimmins, Laurie Trygg, Alissa Tucker, Scott Shedenhelm, Nic Bryan, Cullen Law, Andrea Gameros, Kayla Stillman, Nickela Rooney, Shelly Jenkins, Delaney Spanko, Jack Sharkey, Kieran Klaphake)

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Joseph (Ryan Michael Crimmins) during the unveiling of his technicolor dreamcoat.

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Cast members leading the megamix. (David Kirsch, Adam Shaff, Kyshawn Lane, Joey Donnelly, Jesse Berger, Brad Rupp, Nic Bryan)

Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Performing "Those Canaan Days" (David Kirsch, Kyshawn Lane, Cullen Law, Alissa Tucker, Scott Shedenhelm)



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