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Seven diverse people in dramatic, moody lighting wear distinctive costumes and makeup for Vol. VI of Christian De Gré Cárdenas’ Twisted Operelas, from a colorful skull face to circus makeup, blue-lit faces, and a brooding man in the shadows.

Christian De Gré Cárdenas: Twisted Operelas Vol. VI

July 30, 2025

This performance will also be livestreamed. For tickets and more information, click here.

Broadway Cabaret’s Darkest Mind Returns to 54 Below

“A creepy-carnival vibe. Simply put, it’s twisted and wonderful.” – Time Out New York

Welcome to the garden of the damned. La Muerte, our beloved tequila-soaked glam goth sovereign of the underworld, and their adorably ill-made Diablito are back, gleefully bickering over which souls to prune in the coming great reckoning.

Seven-time New York Indie-theater “Best of Fest” winner Christian De Gré Cárdenas brings his infamous Twisted Operelas back to Broadway’s wildest basement with a riotous, raunchy, and riveting retrospective of his now complete Seven Deadly Sins Cycle.

Featuring a ferocious lineup of Broadway rebels, operatic legends, and downtown theater miscreants, this devilish cabaret serves up selections from the wildly acclaimed: Orgullo!, Fatty Fatty No Friends, Lucine!, Jack of Hearts: Master of None, Fish Food For Feelings, Whiskey Pants: The Mayor of Williamsburg, and Moonshine in b Minor.

It is blasphemous. It is achingly nostalgic. It is a night of giddy, ghoulish pleasure, and your sins are the guest of honor. A hell of a time.

Music by Christian De Gré Cárdenas with a libretto by Joseph Reese Anderson.

Hosted by Michael Berberich and The Robb.

Music direction by Trevor Pearce.

Associate produced by Warren Mullinnix.

Featuring:

Actors
Bethany Geraghty
Chukwuma Obasi

Sopranos
Alyssa Giannetti
Emma Grimsley
Katie Henly

Mezzos
Sishel Claverie
Mollie Craven
Caitlin Mesiano
Kris Roberts

Tenors
Tony Mowatt
Jason Sofge
Charlie Tingen
Kevin Webb

Baritones
Nick Connolly
Edwin Joseph
Eric Michael Parker

Bass
Noah Mond

Joined by Louis Arques on winds, Sam Quiggins on cello, Chris Santos on cello, and Adam Wolfe on drums.

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

A creepy-carnival vibe. Simply put, it’s twisted and wonderful.

Time Out New York

De Gré’s Sondheim-esque operettas are the perfect answer to the accusation that there is no new musical theater of quality being made.

OffTheBeatenTrackTheater

When something different arrives, you take note. De Gré’s music is just that. Different, proud and exciting to hear.

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Featuring

Christian De Gré

Composer
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Joseph Reese Anderson, a man with short hair and a trimmed beard, looks at the camera, slightly tilting his head. He has light brown skin, a small mole on his right cheek, and wears a black collared shirt over a gray top against a softly blurred background.

Joseph Reese Anderson

Librettist
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Michael Berberich, a man with light skin, a mustache, and a short beard, smiles at the camera. He wears a black cap with a white abstract logo and a black T-shirt. Vertical light beams shine behind him, creating a bright, modern background.

Michael Berberich

Host
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The Robb

Host
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A young person with short, wavy brown hair smiles widely, showing teeth. Warren Mullinnix wears a blue shirt and is posed against a plain, dark background. Their face is well-lit, and their expression is cheerful and friendly.

Warren Mullinnix

Associate Producer
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Bethany Geraghty, a woman with fair skin and curly red hair, gazes directly at the camera with a calm expression. She wears a green top and stands outdoors against a softly blurred green background that enhances her natural features.

Bethany Geraghty

Actress
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Chukwuma Obasi, a man with short curly hair and a beard, smiles at the camera outdoors. He is wearing a light blue collared shirt, surrounded by green foliage brightly lit by sunlight.

Chukwuma Obasi

Actor
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Alyssa Giannetti, a woman with short, dark curly hair, smiles softly at the camera. She has light skin, dimples, and is wearing a black sleeveless top. The background is a plain, dark green-gray color.

Alyssa Giannetti

Soprano
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A woman with long brown hair, parted to the side, gazes confidently at the camera. Emma Grimsley wears a black top, red lipstick, and subtle makeup. The softly blurred background hints at an outdoor or urban setting.

Emma Grimsley

Soprano
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A woman with straight blonde hair poses against a gray background, wearing a dark green velvet top. She touches her collarbone with her left hand, showing a ring and earrings. Her expression is calm and composed, looking slightly past the camera.

Katie Henly

Soprano
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Sishel Claverie

Mezzo
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Mollie Craven, a young woman with light blonde, shoulder-length hair, smiles widely, showing her teeth. She has light skin, blue eyes, and wears a bright pink sleeveless top against a softly focused white brick wall background.

Mollie Craven

Mezzo
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Caitlin Mesiano, a young woman with wavy auburn hair and bangs, smiles warmly at the camera. She has fair skin, brown eyes, and natural makeup. The plain light blue background highlights her green top.

Caitlin Mesiano

Mezzo
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Kris Roberts, a woman with curly brown hair, wears hoop earrings, a dark green top, and a black leather jacket. She looks confidently at the camera with a slight smile, bold makeup, and stands against a dark, neutral background.

Kris Roberts

Mezzo
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A man with a short brown beard and mustache, wearing a black fedora hat, black blazer, and black shirt, poses against a dark gray background. He has a slight smile and is looking directly at the camera.

Tony Mowatt

Tenor
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A close-up photo of a smiling man with light skin, short brown hair, and a neatly trimmed beard. He is wearing a blue shirt and is facing the camera. The background is plain and out of focus.

Jason Sofge

Tenor
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A young man with light skin, tousled blond hair, and blue eyes gazes directly into the camera with a neutral expression. Charlie Tingen wears a dark open-collared shirt over a black top against a plain dark background. His face is well-lit and clean-shaven.

Charlie Tingen

Tenor
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A close-up photo of a man with dark skin, dark eyes, and long black dreadlocks. He has a mustache and goatee, and his expression is calm and neutral as he looks directly at the camera. The background is blurred.

Kevin Webb

Tenor
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A bearded man with a shaved head, wearing a white dress shirt and a dark blazer, looks directly at the camera with a neutral expression. The soft, blurred outdoor background suggests this could be Nick Connolly.

Nick Connolly

Baritone
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Edwin Joseph

Baritone
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Eric Michael Parker, a young man with short, wavy brown hair and blue eyes, smiles broadly. He wears a dark grey t-shirt and stands against a textured reddish-brown wall. The image is well-lit, highlighting his cheerful expression.

Eric Michael Parker

Baritone
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A young man with short dark hair and intense eyes looks at the camera. He wears a white button-up shirt and a metal wristwatch, with one hand resting on his shoulder. The background is dark, highlighting his facial features and expression.

Noah Mond

Bass
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A smiling man with short, tousled blonde hair and a full beard wears a dark blue button-up shirt. Louis Arques stands indoors near a window with soft natural light and leafy green trees visible outside; the background is softly blurred.

Louis Arques

Winds
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A young man in a suit and tie stands outdoors, holding a cello resting on his shoulder. With short, styled hair and a slight smile, Sam Quiggins is captured in black and white against a blurred city street with vehicles in the background.

Sam Quiggins

Cello
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Trevor Pearce Music Director

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