Mission

Chromolume Theatre’s name comes from the Stephen Sondheim/James Lapine musical, Sunday in the Park with George, about an artist struggling to make art meaningful in 19th Century France. Chromolume Theatre was founded by two struggling artists in 2003 with its primary mission to present the American musical on an intimate level in an entertaining, intellectually stimulating and emotionally satisfying way. With growth and change, Chromolume Theatre’s mission has evolved with a new dedication to presenting Broadway’s forgotten gems and off-Broadway’s undiscovered treasured, and shining a light on productions that deserve a second look. Chromolume Theatre also provides opportunity for artists to shine who have not had such an opportunity in the past, as well as a dedication to diverse and multi-cultural casts and crews.

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Edges

Music and Lyrics By Benj Pasek and Justin Paul

june 4 – june 25, 2016
july 22 – july 24, 2016
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Chromolume Theatre makes its return to the Hollywood Fringe Festival in 2016 with Edges, a song cycle about four burgeoning adults asking classic coming-of-age questions. Written by Tony nominated Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Dogfight, James And The Giant Peach) in their sophomore year at the University of Michigan, this charming, witty and honest examination of adulthood explores what happens when we are teetering on the edges of our lives. Edges covers such universal issues as love, commitment, identity, and meaning. Characters deal with confronting emotions, escaping expectations, and deciphering complicated relationships.

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Melody Ricketts, Woman 1

 

Melody Ricketts is absolutely thrilled and honored to be making her debut with Chromolume Theatre in what is one of her all-time favorite productions. She moved out to Los Angeles at the age of 18 two years ago; and last autumn, she was cast in her first professional production in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where she played Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors at Farmers Alley Theatre. Other than Audrey in Little Shop, some of her favorite past roles include Fantine (Les Miserables), Ado Annie (Oklahoma!), Jester (Once Upon A Mattress), and Yonah (Children of Eden). She works as a Disney princess for a children’s birthday party company called Smile and A Song Princess Parties and also works as a singer/dancer in Buena Park’s dinner-theater comedy show, Teatro Martini. Other than performing and pursuing her dream to make it to Broadway and into film/television, her passions include writing and photography. For more info, see www.melodyrickets.com.

Shayna Gabrielle, Woman 2

 

Shayna is so excited to be participating in her first fringe show! Other LA theatre credits include: Cabaret (Sally Bowles), Godspeed (Virgin Mary), Nunsense (Sister Leo) and Fantasticks (Louisa). Tours include: National tour of Martha Speaks (Martha) and Disney Cruise Line (Mainstage Performer). Film and TV credits include: Debunked (Bella), Gabriel Gabby (Liz) and Snapped:She Made Me Do It (young Lacey Hirst-Pavek). Shayna would like to thank her mother Lynn, and two amazing godmothers Miriam and Rusty.

Everjohn Feliciano, Man 2

 

Everjohn Feliciano is thrilled to be a part of Chromolume Theatre’s cast of Edges. Most recently, he was seen as Theo in DOMA Theatre Company’s American Idiot, winner of 5 Broadway World Awards. Other theatre credits include: The Apple Sisters, The Max Factor Factor, Rent, Cabaret, Pippin, Alice in Wonderland, Romeo and Juliet, Pirates of Penzance and Amahl and the Night Visitors. Everjohn would like to thank his family and friends for always being there when he needs them the most, and a special thanks to Alex Allen for pushing him to audition for this show! Instagram @NeverJohnny | Facebook @Everjohn Feliciano | Twitter @Everjohn.

Courtney King, Woman 1

 

After bouncing around stages from the Napa Valley area to the island of Manhattan for two years, Courtney is thrilled to be returning to the Los Angeles theatre scene. Favorite roles include Catherine (Proof), Joanne (Rent) and Eponine (Les Mis). Thank you to Lauren and company for the opportunity. Love to Mom, Nana and Jesus. And of course…Go Kings Go!

Caroline Pugliese, Woman 2

 

Caroline Pugliese is delighted to be making her debut with Chromolume Theatre. Favorite credits include Nunsense, A…My Name Is Alice, Light In The Piazza and City of Angels. She is trained in both long-form and musical improv, and is one half of the musical comedy sketch duo Buzz’s Girlfriend, which has received over 4 million views on YouTube. Caroline is a graduate of the University of Virginia and Professional Children’s School. She will be performing her solo show A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To 30 at Rockwell Table & Stage this summer.

Andres Ramirez, Man 1

 

Andres Ramirez was introduced to performing at an early age and pursued an artistic education at the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, Pepperdine University, and, finally, the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Noteworthy roles include: the titular role in Candide with the Douglas Morrisson Theatre, Mr. Erlanson in A Little Night Music with the American Conservatory Theater, Luis Rodrigo Griffith in Terrence Blanchard’s Opera in Jazz, Champion, the dual roles of Uri/Gabriel in the North American premiere of Anya17 and Boy 1/Bill in a double bill of Trouble in Tahiti and A Hand of Bridge with Opera Parallele, Borsa in Rigoletto with Livermore Valley Opera, Eisenstein in Die Fledermaus with both the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and Pepperdine University, the Baker in Into the Woods at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, and Pirelli in Sweeney Todd; The Demon Barber of Fleet Street with Pepperdine University.

Justin W. Yu, Man 2

 

Justin W. Yu was last seen in the world premiere of The Story of Alice (White Rabbit) at The Matrix Theatre. He recently appeared in Center Theatre Group’s The Christians at the Mark Taper Forum and as part of the Gold Mountain cast for the 2016 ASCAP/DreamWorks Musical Theatre Workshop at the Wallis. Stage highlights: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (William Barfee) at Grove Theater Center, Chess (Anatoly) at Conundrum Theatre, Spring Awakening (Otto) and The Producers at Morgan-Wixson Theatre, Carmen and Otello at San Francisco Opera, and The King & I at Broadway By The Bay. TV highlights: NBC’s The Winner Is and two VH1 Do Something Awards shows. Backup singing highlights: Stephen Schwartz, Liz Callaway, LeAnn Rimes, Sara Bareilles, “fun.”, Amber Riley, and Richard Sherman. Training: UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, The Groundlings, and the Royal Shakespeare Company. During the daylight hours, Justin manages Location Based Entertainment for Lionsgate. More at: www.justinwyu.com.

Lauren J. Peters, Director

 

Lauren is very proud and excited to be the director of Chromolume Theatre’s production of Edges. Starting at a very young age, Lauren has had a passion for all avenues in theatre. As an actress and singer in her local community musical theatre program, and growing into high school, she has always loved working on shows. Edges is her first go at directing professionally, only having had the opportunity to direct a production of Bang, Bang You’re Dead, as her senior project more than 10 years ago. Lauren has and an amazing and dream fulfilling experience working on this production and truly hopes everyone enjoys the show. She would like to thank her mom for taking her to see her first musical when she was 5, and for always supporting her no matter what it takes. Lauren would also like to thank her wonderful girlfriend, Emily for loving her and reminding her to follow her dreams, and Ksells for always being there for her. Enjoy the show.

Daniel Yokomizo, Musical Director

 

This is Daniel Yokomizo’s first professional theatre production ever—and thus, the first time h’’s gotten to write about himself in the third person! In the past, he’s written and played music for two plays in high school, Colin Campbell’s Golden Prospects and Dracula. More recently, he’s played guitar in several shows with UCLA’s Hooligan Theatre group. He currently is the accompanist for Rolling Hills Preparatory School’s choir. Daniel is very excited to work with the amazing cast and crew of Edges and hopes that you will enjoy the show!

Veronica Vasquez, Stage Manager

 

Veronica Vasquez Started as Assistant Stage Manager to Mara Aguilar for Malibu Playhouse’s LOVE LETTERS with Sam Elliot and Katherine Ross. She then Stage Managed Playwrights Aren’’s @thespeedofJake by Jennifer Maisel, then Stage Managed two Dylan F. Thomas Productions with Center Stage Opera, The Best of Broadway, Vol. II and Cosi Fan Tutte: The School of Lovers. Most recently she Assistant Stage Managed for The Musical Theatre Guild’s production of The Pajama Game at the Alex Theatre.

Troy Dailey, Aaron

 

Troy Dailey enjoys walks on the beach, an Irish mule, and playing with all the doggies.  His first memory on stage is joining Van Halen during their Balance Tour. Introducing them in true rebel child fashion, he froze hearing the thunderous applause. Being carried offstage by a band member aside, it was love at first fright. Favorite roles: Archibald Craven (The Secret Garden), Beast (Beauty and the Beast), The Baker (Into the Woods). Troy dedicates today’s performance to his mother, who was always his biggest supporter.

Paloma Malfavon, Casey

 

Paloma Malfavón is excited to be making her Chromolume Theatre debut as Casey in the Los Angeles premiere of First Date at the Zephyr Theatre. She recently played Elle Woods in Legally Blonde at the El Portal Theatre, earning a SCENIE Award for Breakout Lead Performance. Other favorite roles include Rizzo in Grease and Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless love and encouragement.

Kendre Scott, Gabe

 

Kendre Scott is ready to help bring in the new era of Chromolume after their hiatus and kill it on stage doing the LA premiere of First Date: The Musical. He’d like to thank his wife Gina for always pushing him to perform and do what he loves. His previous roles include Jack Kelly (Newsies at CTG Santa Clarita), Audrey II (Little Shop of Horrors at ActingOut!), and Benny (In The Heights at Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center)   

Natalie Scott, Lauren

 

Natalie Scott is a Los Angeles-based actor and singer. After earning her BA in Theatre from Eastern Michigan University, she moved herself out to California where she’s performed on stages with Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, and Whoopi Goldberg. Favorite theatre credits include: Legally Blonde (EMU), Alice in Wonderland (Wilshire Ebell), and A Case of the Mondays (The Actors Group). She recently starred in the Christmas caper, Merry Heistmas, and is looking forward to continuing her training with The Groundlings this spring. ItsNatalieScott.com

Christopher Baker, Reggie

 

Christopher Baker, a Florida native, is excited to be part of First Date. He has performed in productions such as Rent at Chance Theatre, where he played Benny, and recently portrayed Jerry in ARENA: A House Music-al. Christopher is a passionate actor, constantly honing his craft at Baron Brown Studio, and looks forward to delivering a great performance.

Rachel Yoffe, Allison

 

Rachel is excited to be making her Chromolume debut! Rachel received her BA in Theatre from California State University, Northridge and some of her previous credits include: Sweeney Todd (Johanna), The Secret Garden (Lily), Spring Awakening (Martha), Evita (Mistress), The Drowsy Chaperone (Kitty), Legally Blonde (Vivienne U/S), Big Fish (Sandra), The Prom (Kaylee), Something Rotten (Portia U/S), Les Miserables (Cosette U/S), Elf (Jovie U/S). Enjoy the show!

Michael Angel, Waiter

 

Michael is extremely honored to be back at Chromolume Theatre, after having played Buck in Zanna, Don’t! back in 2017. Some past credits include Legally Blonde (Elle’s Dad/Ensemble), In the Heights (Domingo), Mamma Mia! (Eddie), Grease (Roger) and Elf (Store Manager). When he is not performing, you can catch him serving Theatre greatness in the Box Office at the Pantages Theatre! Thank you for supporting live theatre and enjoy the show!

Bonnie Joy Sludikoff, Grandma Ida

 

Bonnie Joy Sludikoff is thrilled to be returning to the stage after a nearly four year hiatus! These days Bonnie mostly works as a writer and activist/advocate, but she never turns down an opportunity to burst into song whether onstage or— let’s face it — literally anywhere else. Past favorite performances have included Songs For A New World (Woman 2), A Chorus Line (Bebe), Hair (Jeanie), The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas (Doatsy Mae), Godspell (Joanne), and six magical seasons singing at Disneyland Resort and other amazing venues with Mixed Company’s Tis The Season Handbell Carolers. Bonnie has also starred in four solo shows including The Magic Schoolbus: A Traumedy.  She is grateful for the opportunity to get back to the magical world of telling stories through song. www.BonnieJoySludikoff.com

Andreas Pantazis, Aaron u/s

 

Andreas Pantazis is grateful for the return of Chromolume Theatre and be apart of that. Just seen in Guys and Dolls with Altadena Music Theatre, Beauty and the Beast as Beast with Nocturne Theatre and as Gaston with Candlelight Pavilion/Inland Pacific Ballet. Other Credits: Les Miserables (Courfeyrac, u/s Marius) Regional Tour; Kiss Me Kate with Marina Del Rey Symphony; Home For The Holidays (Santa) Knott’s Berry Farm; Elf the Musical (u/s Santa, Greenway) Sierra Repertory Theatre; and Cinderella with 5 Star Theatricals. He’s thanks James, Jonny, Michael and talented cast for letting him share the stage with them. Big thanks to his family and friends, and you for your continuous support of LA theatre. IG: @Andreas.a.Pantazis

Olivia Leyva, Casey u/s

 

Olivia has a B.A. in English and a minor in Theater Arts from California Lutheran University. Her recent previous acting credits include In The Heights (Morgan-Wixson Theater) and The Prom (Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center). She’s also a director, playwright, and dramaturg around Los Angeles and Ventura counties. She hopes you have many fruitful first dates!  

James Esposito, Director, Scenic Design, Sound Design

 

James is thrilled to be back in the director’s chair after a six year hiatus. Directing credits include Dessa Rose (LA Premiere), Pacific Overtures (Stage Raw Winner for Best Musical), Songs For A New World and Strip. He is a founding member of Chromolume Theatre and is currently the V.P. of Operations. Sound Design credits include Dessa Rose, Pacific Overtures, Zanna, Don’t! just to name a few. Scenic Design credits include the NAACP Award Winning production of Do Lord Remember Me and Dessa Rose. On stage, his credits include In The Heights (Kevin) Company (Bobby), City of Angels (Munoz), Two Gentlemen of Verona (Thurio) and Forever Plaid (Sparky) just to name a few.

Brianne Lopez, Assistant Director

 

Brianne Lopez is thrilled to make her debut as assistant director for the production of First Date. Brianne’s previous acting credits Include In The Heights at Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, Rent at Cabrillo stage, Little Shop of Horrors and Bring It On The Musical at College of the Canyons. While Brianne is regularly seen on stage, she is so excited to step onto the other side of the curtain. She wants to thank her partner Domonique for always supporting her in whatever she does.

Jonny Perl, Musical Director

 

Chromolume debut! Former Managing Director, Shinbone Theatre Company. Musicals: Shel, Lorelei, Macabaret, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Cabaret; and Immersive Experiences: What Went Wrong, Welcome Back Woodchucks, Afterlife Anonymous. Actor: Cuckoo’s Nest, Tick, Tick…BOOM!, and Merrily We Roll Along. Co-Producer How to Dance in Ohio on Broadway, Production Supervisor Paws of Fury for Paramount. Upcoming: Farewell My Concubine by Kenneth Lin and Jason Robert Brown. Jonny also regularly music directs, accompanies, teaches, and leads piano bar singalongs. Best known for TikTok @Jonny.Perl.

Michael Marchak, Choreographer

 

Michael received a BA in theatre with a minor in chemistry from USC. He is currently pursuing a masters in Urban Planning also at USC. Having choreographed Zanna Don’t, Pacific Overtures, Dessa Rose, and directed Story of My Life; Michael is thrilled to be back at Chromolume once again! Starting his dance training at sixteen years old, Michael found a passion for storytelling through movement. Ballet became a favorite while also training in jazz, tap and dabbling in hip-hop. Past choreography/directing credits: Mean Girls (Fairfax High School), Topsy Turvy (Cupcake), The Legend of Georgia McBride (Crown City), The Importance of Being Earnest (Crown City), She Loves Me, Charlie Brown, Legally Blonde, Little Women, Wild Party, Matilda, Frog & Toad, Addams Family, and Prom (all at MWT). @mikejmarch “You’ve got talent. Don’t give up.”

Ariella Salinas Fiore, Intimacy Director

 

Ariella Salinas Fiore (she/her/ella) is excited to be part of the return of Chromolume! This is her first time working with this company.  She has served as Intimacy Director for Romeo and Juliet, Choose Your Own Ending (Morgan-Wixson), Las Sirenas (LATC), American La Ronde (PRT), Elf (SVCAC), Losing Your Humanity (HFF), and Seminar (Little Fish Theatre), among many others.  She is also an Intimacy Coordinator for film and television.  She has been performing as an actor on stage since she was 3, and has worked as a sex educator since college, so the leap to Intimacy Professional was a natural one. She is grateful to James and the team for having her on board to create a consent forward space for this story. Much love and thanks to her partner, Michael, to their loinfruit, and to her friends, who all always provide her with so much support. IG: AriellaSalinasFiore

Kara McLeod, Costume Design

 

Kara has been a theater professional for about a million years, or over 30, depending on how you count them.  She has worked with companies such as South Coast Repertory, Center Theater Group, The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles, LA Opera and Disney Imagineering.  Some of her past shows with Chromolume are The Musical of Musicals, the Musical!, Pacific Overtures and Dessa Rose.  She’s excited to be back at this, the rebirth of Chromolume Theatre and hopes you enjoy this and many more shows to come!

Cici Mao, Lighting Design

 

Cici is excited to join Chromolume for First Date! Their past work includes Footloose at the Morgan-Wixson Theatre, If All The Sky Were Paper with Arroyo Reparatory Theatre, and various theatre productions at MIT, including Jekyll and Hyde, The Wedding Singer, and A Chorus Line.

Brandon John, Master Electrician

 

Brandon John is excited to join Chromolume as the Master Electrician. Recent lighting and sound design credits include Small Mouth Sounds, Jekyll & Hyde, Legally Blonde, A Chorus Line, Jasper in Deadland, Spamalot, Footloose, and The Addams Family.

Emily Walker, Production Stage Manager

 

Emily is so excited to work with Chromolume for the first time as the Production Stage Manager. Her previous work as a PSM includes Footloose, In The Heights, and Wild Party. She would like to thank her friends and family for all the support and love. 

Ken Werther, Publicity

 

KEN WERTHER PUBLICITY has been a staple in the Los Angeles performing arts community since 1982. Public relations, producing, directing. As producer: All Your Hard Work (Brimmer St. Theatre Company); The Good Boy (LATC); A Kind of Kind (Celebration Theatre @ Atwater Village) the Queer Classics productions of The Importance of Being Earnest and The Taming of the Shrew. Assistant director: Stop the World, I Want to Get Off (Musical Theatre Guild); The Women of Brewster Place (Celebration Theatre); The Woodsman (Coeurage Theatre Company).