Rent Set to Play on the La Mirada Theatre Stage for the First Time Ever
Rent, the groundbreaking musical, starts its run tonight at La Mirada Theatre.
Set in New York City's East Village, the show follows a group of young bohemians as they struggle to achieve their dreams, find love, and face the conflicts inherent in those two pursuits. As they work to find their voices and live for today, they are faced with the realities of addiction, poverty, and AIDS. The friends attempt to navigate these struggles while grappling with their identities as artists and maintaining the relationships that will see them through.
The all-new production is directed by Richard Israel and choreographed by Dana Solimando. IT features the iconic book, music, and lyrics by Jonathan Larson. The cast comprises Mark Whitten as Mark, Devin Archer as Roger, Cassie Simone as Mimi, Lawrence Cummings as Angel, John Devereaux as Collins, Emily Goglia as Maureen, Amber Mercomes as Joanne, and Cooper Howell as Benny. Chassey Bennett, Daniel Dawson, Chanel Edwards-Frederick, Aaron Gordon, Craig Michael Lucas, Luke Monday, John Pinto Jr., and Alyssa Simmons make up the ensemble.
The creative team includes John Glaudini (musical direction, conductor), Stephen Gifford (scenic design), Thomas G. Marquez (costume design), Steven Young (lighting design), Josh Bessom (sound design), Katie McCoy (hair, makeup, wig design), Terry Hanrahan (props design), and Donna Parsons (stage manager).
Performances will run through November 15.
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