Cast & Creative Team Set for THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS at 42nd Street Moon

San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon has announced the full cast and creative team for THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, which features music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by David Thompson.

42nd Street Moon's production of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS directed by Brandon Jackson, with music direction by Diana Lee and choreography by Kimberly Valmore. THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS runs from May 4 - 21, 2023 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (215 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111). The press opening will take place on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets range from $35 - $80 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (415) 255-8207 or online at 42ndstmoon.org/the-scottsboro-boys.

"The message of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS is, sadly, perhaps more relevant now than when the show was written," said Executive Artistic Director Daniel Thomas. "Injustice, the insatiable need of corrupted power to use fear, denigration, and vilification to hold onto that power, and the refusal to see the humanity in those whose appearance, identities, or faith differ from ours - this show takes a tragic, true story and examines these themes through the lens of a theatrical style that co-opted and deformed the traditions of black artists. It is a powerful, difficult piece of theatre - one that can simultaneously entertain while shining a light on harsh truths."

With a score of exhilarating up-tempos and heart-wrenching ballads, THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS portrays the haunting history of the infamous 1930s Scottsboro case, in which a group of nine black teenagers were arrested, charged, and convicted of the rape of two white women without evidence, or due process. In this breathtaking musical critique of racism in America, the legendary songwriting team of Kander & Ebb (Cabaret, Chicago) craft a remarkable piece of musical theater, with songs and dance inspired by the period, to share a profound story of nine men in Alabama whose bravery in the face of adversity helped spark the American Civil Rights movement and changed the course of history.

The cast of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS will feature Alejandro Eustaquio as "Ozie (Ruby)," Michael Patrick Gaffney as "Interlocutor," Jaiden Griffin as "Eugene," Albert Hodge as "Mr. Bones," Elizabeth Jones as "Lady," Kahlil Leneus as "Andy (brother Leroy)," Miles Meckling as "Willie," Royal Mickens as "Leroy 'Roy' (brother Andy)," Marcus Paige as "Haywood," Jon-David Randle as "Charlie (Victoria)," Anthony Rollins-Mullens as "Mr. Tambo," Mercury Van Sciver as "Olen," and Dedrick Weathersby as "Clarence (Preacher)."

In addition to Brandon Jackson, Diana Lee, and Kimberly Valmore, the creative team and production staff of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS will include Genevieve Pabon (Stage Manager), Emma Gifford (Assistant Stage Manager), Stewart Lyle (Scenic Designer and Technical Director), Sean Keehan (Lighting Designer), and Rachael Heiman (Costume Designer).

THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS runs about 1 hour 55 minutes, with no intermission.

Tickets to THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS run from $35.00 - $80.00 and may be purchased online at 42ndstmoon.org/the-scottsboro-boys or by calling the Box Office at (415) 255-8207 (Tues. - Fri., 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).

42nd Street Moon's 2023 season will conclude with SHE LOVES ME (June 9 - 25, 2023). The 2023-2024 Season will be announced shortly.

42nd Street Moon tells universal stories through the production of contemporary and classic musical theatre. Moon celebrates humanity's common heart and champion characters who sing their truth. By honoring the best of the past and providing an outlet for the voices of the present, Moon commits to a better future through our programming, education and community outreach.

THE TEAM:

Company: The cast of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS will feature Alejandro Eustaquio as "Ozie (Ruby)," Michael Patrick Gaffney as "Interlocutor," Jaiden Griffin as "Eugene," Albert Hodge as "Mr. Bones," Elizabeth Jones as "Lady," Kahlil Leneus as "Andy (brother Leroy)," Miles Meckling as "Willie," Royal Mickens as "Leroy 'Roy' (brother Andy)," Marcus Paige as "Haywood," Jon-David Randle as "Charlie (Victoria)," Anthony Rollins-Mullens as "Mr. Tambo," Mercury Van Sciver as "Olen," and Dedrick Weathersby as "Clarence (Preacher)."

Music: John Kander

Lyrics: Fred Ebb

Book: David Thompson

In addition to Brandon Jackson, Diana Lee, and Kimberly Valmore, the creative team and production staff of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS will include Genevieve Pabon (Stage Manager), Emma Gifford (Assistant Stage Manager), Stewart Lyle (Scenic Designer and Technical Director), Sean Keehan (Lighting Designer), and Rachael Heiman (Costume Designer).

Director: Brandon Jackson
Music Director: Diana Lee

Choreographer: Kimberly Valmore

Stage Manager: Genevieve Pabon

Assistant Stage Manager: Emma Gifford

Scenic Designer and Technical Director: Stewart Lyle

Lighting Designer: Sean Keehan
Costume Designer: Rachael Heiman