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Offstage —> Onstage: Broadway Crew Members Take The Spotlight

December 1, 2024

The incredible actors of Broadway aren’t the only ones working hard to give you a great show! With Offstage —> Onstage, you’ll get to see those who usually work behind the scenes and front of house as they take a turn in the spotlight. This show will feature a variety of Broadway workers singing songs from shows where they’re usually offstage– along with some of their own dream roles! You’ll hear songs from Cabaret, Hadestown, and many other Broadway favorites sung by some talented ushers, stage crew, musicians, and more! Produced by Riley Shroyer and Maddie Russell, with associate production by Rissa Lavilla. Music direction by Aiden Wells.

Featuring:

Talon Ackerman (Leap of Faith, Bonnie & Clyde)
Isabella Araque
Amar Biamonte
Kris Carrasco
Layla Hope Clarke
Emily Cooper
Mollie Elyse
Gwendolyn Fuller
Jesse Hartley
Leah Pagan
Riley Shroyer
Maeve Stier (Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club)

and special guest David Merino (Moulin Rouge!, Rent national tour)

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

Featuring

Aidan S. Wells

Music Director
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Talon Ackerman, with short blond hair and blue eyes, gazes directly at the camera with a neutral expression. Wearing a patterned shirt, the blurred brown background hints at a studio setting.

Talon Ackerman

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Isabella Araque, with her long, wavy dark hair and subtle makeup, smiles confidently in a sleeveless olive-green top. The soft blue background adds to the calm and serene atmosphere surrounding her.

Isabella Araque

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A person with short dark hair smiles warmly at the camera, embodying an effortlessly cool vibe akin to an auto draft of style. They are wearing a dark denim jacket over a light gray t-shirt, set against a soft, textured gray background that contrasts pleasantly with the person's features.

Amar Biamonte

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Kris Carrasco

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Layla Hope Clarke, a woman with long brown hair and fair skin, wears a cream-colored blazer. She has a subtle smile as she poses against a dark gray background. Her hair drapes over one shoulder, while her natural makeup accentuates her features, all softened by gentle lighting.

Layla Hope Clarke

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Emily Cooper, a woman with wavy blonde hair and glasses, is wearing a red turtleneck sweater. She has a neutral expression and is set against a dark background.

Emily Cooper

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Mollie Elyse, with long dark hair and red lipstick, smiles slightly at the camera. She exudes confidence and wears subtle makeup against a muted blue background that adds a serene tone to the portrait.

Mollie Elyse

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Close-up of Gwendolyn Fuller with wavy red hair, bright blue eyes, and a subtle smile. She wears natural makeup with pink lipstick and a light blush. The background is softly blurred, and she's dressed in a thin-strapped top. The lighting beautifully highlights her features.

Gwendolyn Fuller

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A person with short, dark hair and round glasses is outdoors, wearing a blue button-up shirt and a black jacket. They have facial piercings, including a nose stud. The background shows a blurred fence and walkway in daylight—like an artistic Auto Draft of urban life.

Jesse Hartley

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Leah Pagan, a person with long, dark wavy hair and brown eyes, is smiling softly. They are wearing a blue top against a rich maroon background. The even lighting beautifully highlights Leah's facial features.

Leah Pagan

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Riley Shroyer, with short, wavy brown hair, smiles gently at the camera. Wearing a black turtleneck sweater against a solid light blue background, they create a soft, minimalist look. Riley’s expression is calm and serene.

Riley Shroyer

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Maeve Stier, with short, curly brown hair and blue eyes, gazes at the camera against a solid green background. They wear a black top, and their makeup features eyeliner and peach-colored lipstick.

Maeve Stier

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David Merino, with a shaved haircut and wearing a gray top, gazes directly at the camera against a dark blue background. The lighting accentuates his facial features, revealing a calm expression.

David Merino

Special Guest
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Maddie Russell, with long dark hair in a plaid shirt, smiles broadly. They stand confidently against a black and white geometric backdrop adorned with striking diagonal lines.

Maddie Russell

Producer
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Rissa Lavilla

Associate Producer
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Pricing

  • $29 (includes $4 in fees) – $40 (includes $5 in fees)
  • VIP Seating: $51 (includes $6 in fees)
  • Premiums: $67.50 (includes $7.50 in fees)
  • Subsidized Seating: $18 (includes $3 in fees)
  • Prices shown are only valid for online purchases. Additional $6 in fees for all seating sections if purchased at the box office.
  • $25 Food & Beverage Minimum

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