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A Night of New Work by Tisch’s Musical Theatre Writing Program’s Latest Grads

March 19, 2025

The 2024 graduating class of NYU Tisch’s Graduate Musical Theater Writing Program, is proud to bring an evening of songs from 15 new musicals to 54 Below! Directed and produced by Jill Ohayon and Sarah Rossman, this night showcases songs with styles ranging from electro-pop to Golden Age to country-folk. Featuring Victorian ghost tales, uncharted hiking trails, volcanic eruptions, holiday dinner disruptions, lyrical legalese, a dragon king of the seas, queer struggle and joy, a vengeful cowboy… and more mommy and daddy issues than your once-a-month insurance-covered therapy session can handle. Join us for an evening written, performed, accompanied, directed, and produced by the members of Cycle 33!

Music direction by Jonja Merck, with assistant music direction by Paige Menneci. Production management by Kate Rankine, with stage management by Alecia Baxter and marketing management by Yunhye Park. Lauren Katz serves as industry liaison.

Featured performers include:

Trevor K. Band
Alecia Baxter
Lauren Katz
Timothy Thomas Leech
Paige Menneci
Gaurav Mishra
Jillian Ohayon
Bryce Palmer
Kate Rankine
Alexander Ronneburg
Sarah Rossman
Evelio Sotolongo
Vaheed Talebian
Benjamin Walton

Featured writers include:

Trevor K. Band
Alecia Baxter
Gian Gibboney
Lauren Katz
Timothy Thomas Leech
Andy Li
Alex Manaa
Paige Menneci
Jonja Merck
Gaurav Mishra
Hannah Morley
Ryan O’Dea
Jillian Ohayon
Bryce Palmer
Yunhye Park
Adrien Radke
Kate Rankine
M.L. Redstone
Alexander Ronneburg
Sarah Rossman
Sravya Saraswatula
Sequoia Sellinger
Sarah Slipp
Evelio Sotolongo
Vaheed Talebian
Benjamin Walton

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

Featuring

Trevor K. Band, with signature curly hair, peeks from behind a vertical piano keyboard on the right. They're in a textured, light-colored jacket and maintain a neutral expression against the plain white background that highlights both them and the piano keys.

Trevor K. Band

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Alecia Baxter, a woman with curly hair, smiles at the camera against a light purple background. She wears a white, one-shoulder top and turquoise earrings, exuding a cheerful and stylish appearance.

Alecia Baxter

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A woman with long, wavy brown hair smiles softly, looking straight at the camera. She has blue eyes, a light skin tone, and wears a sleeveless top. The background is plain and light-colored, enhancing the gentle expression on her face.

Lauren Katz

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Timothy Thomas Leech, a man with short brown hair and a beard, is wearing a dark blue striped shirt against a bright blue background. He has light skin and looks at the camera with a slight smile.

Timothy Thomas Leech

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Smiling Paige Menneci stands against a light brick wall with long curly hair cascading over a brown blazer. A colorful floral top adds vibrancy, while a gold necklace with a triangular pendant completes the look.

Paige Menneci

Assistant Music Directo
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Gaurav Mishra, with curly hair and a mustache, smiles while wearing a floral-patterned jacket over a white shirt. He stands in front of a canal framed by a small stone bridge and lush green trees. Outdoor café seating and parked bicycles line the canal under an overcast sky.

Gaurav Mishra

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Jillian Ohayon, with her long, wavy brown hair and blue teardrop earrings, smiles warmly at the camera. Seated indoors in a white turtleneck sweater, she sits against a partially visible wooden bench with a menu artfully displayed on the wall behind her.

Jillian Ohayon

Director/Producer
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Bryce Palmer is seen smiling, wearing glasses and a navy blue shirt with white polka dots. The background is blurred, featuring natural tones of green and brown, suggesting an outdoor setting.

Bryce Palmer

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A woman with long brown hair and bangs, wearing large rectangular eyeglasses, is smiling at the camera. She has fair skin and is dressed in a red shirt. The background is dark, highlighting her face as the focal point of the image—none other than Kate Rankine.

Kate Rankine

Production Manager
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Alexander Ronneburg, a bearded man with light brown hair, smiles gently as he rests his head on his left hand. Wearing a navy blazer adorned with a floral lapel pin over a light blue patterned shirt, his right arm reclines on the dark table. The softly blurred background creates a calm ambiance.

Alexander Ronneburg

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Sarah Rossman

Director/Producer
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Evelio Sotolongo, with short curly hair and glasses, stands against a brick wall. They wear a dark blazer over a black and white striped shirt. The textured wall exhibits various shades of brown and hints of red as Evelio looks directly at the camera.

Evelio Sotolongo

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Vaheed Talebin, with short dark hair and a beard, smiles warmly in a striped maroon vest over a white shirt featuring a floral collar. Set against a plain light-colored wall, Vaheed is accessorized with a gold earring and thin necklace, embodying effortless style.

Vaheed Talebian

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Benjamin Walton stands with a full beard and warm smile, wearing a red plaid shirt. His short hair is set against a softly blurred, dark background. The lighting highlights his face, giving him a friendly and approachable appearance.

Benjamin Walton

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A person with medium-length dark hair smiles warmly, wearing a black button-up shirt. The background is plain white, creating a simple and professional appearance. The lighting is soft, highlighting the subject's features clearly.

Jonja Merck

Music Director
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A person with shoulder-length dark hair is smiling at the camera, reminiscent of a style by Gian Gibboney. They are wearing a black shirt adorned with small floral patterns of white, red, and pink flowers. The background reveals a sunny, blurred view of greenery and trees.

Gian Gibboney

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A person with short black hair smiles while looking to the left. They are wearing a light-colored, striped button-up shirt. The background features a body of water with a city skyline in the distance, slightly blurred. The sky above is overcast.

Andy Li

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A person wearing a brown hijab and black top smiles in an indoor setting. The background is softly blurred, showcasing a large window and architectural features. They also wear a necklace with a small pendant. The light is soft, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Alex Manaa

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Hannah Morley, with curly hair peeking from under a pink beanie and glasses, smiles widely. She wears a dark vest over a green top, against a backdrop of lush green leaves and cheerful yellow sunflower decorations on a pristine white wall.

Hannah Morley

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A person with curly brown hair and glasses is smiling. They wear a red top and a necklace. The blurred background suggests an indoor setting with dim lighting and round tables, creating a bokeh effect. Reflections are visible on their glasses.

Ryan O'Dea

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A person with long dark hair tied back is wearing a white shirt and black jacket. They are standing against a plain white background, looking directly at the camera. The lighting is bright and even.

Yunhye Park

Writer Only
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Young person with round glasses, short brown hair, and a neutral expression leans on hands. Wears a cream sweater that evokes the classic style of M.L. Redstone. Background shows blurred greenery and tree branches, indicating an outdoor setting. Soft natural light illuminates the scene.

M.L. Redstone

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Sravya Saraswatula stands against a yellow background, their shoulder-length dark hair framing a contemplative expression. Clad in a black blazer over a red and gold patterned top, the warm lighting casts an inviting glow over the portrait.

Sravya Saraswatula

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A person with long, wavy hair and glasses sits outdoors in Sequoia, smiling while resting their chin on their hand. They're wearing a white shirt under black overalls. The background is blurred with lush green foliage, exuding a relaxed and content demeanor.

Sequoia Sellinger

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Smiling woman with long brown hair wearing a black leather jacket over a blue top. She is against a neutral gray background. Her expression is friendly and approachable, with light makeup and natural lighting enhancing her features.

Sarah Slipp

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Past Performances

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