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FutureFest

January 21 & 22, 2025

After eight sold out engagements, FUTUREFEST returns to 54 Below!

Presented by the Festival of New American Musicals and Open Hydrant Theater Company, this popular Los Angeles showcase spotlights rising local young talent in a celebration of the next generation of musical theatre artists.  At FutureFest, high-school and college students sing songs from new musicals written by leading and rising lyricists/composers.

Students are selected from a variety of high schools/colleges such as  NYU, Pace University, Fordham, Columbia, Stuyvesant HS, Bronx High School of Science, Regis HS, Bronx Prep, Democracy Prep, Monsignor Farrell, Notre Dame Academy, Pelham HS, Bronx School of the Arts, and LaGuardia High School of the Performing Arts.

Bob Klein, Linda Shusett, and Marcia Seligson (Past Producing Artistic Director of Reprise, UCLA) and Luis Cardenas and Sarah Rosenberg (Artistic Directors of Open Hydrant Theater Company) are proud and honored to bring FutureFest to New York City! Join us for an exciting evening of musical theatre presented by tomorrow’s stars.

Featuring:

Isabela Aguilo, Jan 22 only
Diana Anand, Jan 22 only
Richelle Assan, Jan 21 only
Toby Chernesky, Jan 21 only
Violet Winter Cilen, Jan 21 only
Layla Hope Clarke, Jan 22 only
Brianna Contreras, Jan 21 only
Giuliana Gallone, Jan 21 only
Josh Garcia, Jan 22 only
Jazmine Garnica, Jan 22 only
Isabella Gonzalez, Jan 21 only
Jordan Greenberg, Jan 22 only
Mikaya Guity, Jan 21 only
Lewis Robert Gurgis, Jan 21 only
Soleil Hall, Jan 21 only
Amy Herzberg, Jan 22 only
Lavienna Ingram, Jan 21 only
Tess Kaplan, Jan 22 only
Joseph Keegan, Jan 21 only
Brendyn Molnar, Jan 21 only
Juliet Pearson, Jan 21 only
Xyan Richmond, Jan 22 only
Caroline Rohde, Jan 22 only
Amy Santoso, Jan 22 only
Raquel Sciacca, Jan 22 only
Mari Southgate, Jan 22 only
Norberto Troncoso, Jan 21 only
Brianna Vargas, Jan 21 only
and more stars to be announced!

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

Featuring

Isabela Aguilo, with her long, straight hair, smiles while holding a red rose close to her face. The background softly blurs, highlighting her cheerful expression and blue eyes. She wears a black top, and the image conveys a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Isabela Aguilo

Jan 22 only
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Diana Anand

Jan 22 only
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Richelle Assan, with her long, braided hair, smiles warmly at the camera. She wears a light green top and a gold necklace. The softly blurred background beautifully highlights her joyful expression.

Richelle Assan

Jan 21 only
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Toby Chernesky

Jan 21 only
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A young girl with dark brown hair styled in two small ponytails smiles slightly against a purple background. She has straight bangs and wears a denim jacket over a yellow top, reminiscent of Violet Winter's style. Her expression is confident and friendly, centered in the image.

Violet Winter Cilen

Jan 21 only
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Layla Hope Clarke, a woman with long brown hair and fair skin, smiles slightly as she looks directly at the camera. She is wearing a green top against a solid blue background.

Layla Hope Clarke

Jan 22 only
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Brianna Contreras, with short, curly hair adorned with gold beads, smiles slightly in a light gray top against a dark gray background.

Brianna Contreras

Jan 21 only
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A person with shoulder-length dark hair is smiling. They are wearing a white blouse with puffed sleeves under a dark plaid pinafore, much like one might imagine on Giuliana Gallone. The background is a plain light color, emphasizing the subject's expression and attire.

Giuliana Gallone

Jan 21 only
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Josh Garcia

Jan 22 only
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Jazmine Garnica, with her wavy, shoulder-length dark hair, wears a sleeveless red top. Her calm expression captivates as she looks directly at the camera against a neutral gray background.

Jazmine Garnica

Jan 22 only
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The image features Isabella Gonzalez, a person with long, black hair and hoop earrings. They have a neutral expression while facing the camera against a solid gray background. Isabella is wearing a light blue top.

Isabella Gonzalez

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Young Jordan Greenberg, with long brown hair and a gentle expression, wears a vibrant pink sweater. The plain gray background emphasizes their serene gaze and natural makeup. The image conveys a sense of calm and confidence.

Jordan Greenberg

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Mikaya Guity, with her curly hair styled in two side puffs, radiates a joyful smile against a vibrant red backdrop. She dons a white spaghetti strap top and a gold necklace. An eyebrow piercing and a floral tattoo on her shoulder add to her unique flair.

Mikaya Guity

Jan 21 only
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Lewis Robert Gurgis

Jan 21 only
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Soleil Hall

Jan 21 only
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The image features Amy Herzberg, a person with long, straight brown hair and blue eyes, smiling slightly against a solid purple background. Wearing a white top, the head-and-shoulders portrait captures her neutral, friendly expression perfectly.

Amy Herzberg

Jan 22 only
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Lavienna Ingram, with brown, curly locks, smiles against a purple background, wearing a chic white and black top.

Lavienna Ingram

Jan 21 only
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Tess Kaplan

Jan 22 only
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Joseph Keegan

Jan 21 only
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Brendyn Molnar, a young person with curly brown hair and freckles, looks directly at the camera. They sport a patterned dark blue shirt with a slightly open collar. The background is a plain, soft beige color, creating a neutral and understated setting.

Brendyn Molnar

Jan 21 only
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A person with long dark hair and blue eyes smiles softly at the camera, reminiscent of Juliet Pearson. The skin is fair with subtle freckles against a soft peach backdrop. The lighting highlights their facial features, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Juliet Pearson

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A young person with short hair and glasses, reminiscent of Xyan Richmond, is wearing a denim button-up shirt over a peach-colored top. Set against a dark blue background, they look confidently at the camera with a slight smile.

Xyan Richmond

Jan 22 only
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Caroline Rohde, with long, curly brown hair and hoop earrings, is smiling slightly while leaning against a brick wall. The lighting accentuates her facial features and brown eyes against the blurred close-up of the bricks.

Caroline Rohde

Jan 22 only
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Amy Santoso

Jan 22 only
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Raquel Sciacca, a young woman with long, wavy dark hair, smiles against a blue background. She wears a bright pink top. Her expression is warm, and she has a gentle gaze, creating a friendly and inviting mood in the portrait.

Raquel Sciacca

Jan 22 only
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A young girl, possibly Mari Southgate, with long, wavy brown hair smiles broadly at the camera. She is wearing a pink shirt and has dimples on her cheeks. The background is plain and softly blurred, emphasizing her cheerful expression.

Mari Southgate

Jan 22 only
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Norberto Troncoso

Jan 21 only
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Brianna Vargas

Jan 21 only
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Pricing

  • $51 (includes $6 in fees) – $62 (includes $7 in fees)
  • VIP Seating: $73 (includes $8 in fees)
  • Premiums: $100.50 (includes $10.50 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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