Sweet Charity
.png)
Music by Cy Coleman, Lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and a book by Neil Simon
Based on the original screenplay by Federico Fellini, Tullio Pinello, and Ennio Flaiano
SWEET CHARITY is a lively and heartwarming musical that follows the adventures of Charity Hope Valentine, an optimistic dance-hall hostess with a heart of gold, as she searches for love in New York City. This classic 1966 Broadway hit features iconic Bob Fosse numbers like "Big Spender" and "Rich Man's Frug." A perfect blend of humor, romance, and dazzling choreography, SWEET CHARITY offers an uplifting, spirited look at the resilience of the human heart.
This production is made possible by our generous season sponsors, Michael and Mona Heath.
Praise for Sweet Charity
"Full of camp and with a powerhouse cast, Sweet Charity makes for a night of fun. Whether you are a long-time fan of the show or this is your first time with the material, Blank Theatre’s production carries a little something for everyone." -Lauren Katz, Buzz Center Stage
"I was quite taken with the show's gutsy star, Teah Kiang Mirabelli... she's real and vulnerable and Chicago-style and you'll find yourself pulling for both performer and character, which is key to this show." -Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune
"The best moments were the ensemble dance numbers. It was impossible not to smile through the silly, rhythmic, absolutely-attitude-packed pieces." -Alina C. Hevia, Chicago Theatre Review
"The dancing is electric and unbelievably captivating... It is wonderful and requires a heightened level of talent for everyone to be on the same page." -Alli Doubek, Entertaining Chicago
Cast
Charity Valentine: Teah Kiang Mirabelli
Nickie: Kelcy Taylor
Helene: India Huy
Oscar Lindquist: Dustin Rothbart*
Vittorio Vidal: Eldon Warner Soriano
Daddy Brubeck: Damondre Green
Herman: Patty Roache
Ursula/Ensemble: Ciara Jarvis
Ensemble: Andrew John Baker
Ensemble: Eli Gorman
Ensemble: Daniel Hurst
Ensemble: Dijon Kirkland
Ensemble/"Frug" Lead: Madison Jaffe-Richter
Ensemble: Melody Rowland
Understudies
Charity: Ciara Jarvis
Oscar: Andrew John Baker
Nickie: Madison Jaffe-Richter
Helene: Melody Rowland
Vittorio/Herman: Jake Elkins
Daddy: Richaun Stewart
Swings: Joel Arreola, Maya Hillman
*Designates Blank Company Member
Production Team
Director: Johanna McKenzie Miller
Music Director: Aaron Kaplan
Choreography: Lauryn Schmelzer
Stage Manager: Kyle Aschbrenner
Assoc. Music Director: Danny Kapinos*
Costume Designer: Cindy Moon
Lighting Designer: Ellie Humphrys
Scenic Designer: Amy Gillman
Props Designer: Abby Gillette
Intimacy Choreographer: Jamie Macpherson
Technical Director: Line Bower