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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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Road Show

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by John Weidman

november 20 – december 6, 2026
zephyr theatre

Road Show is a tale of dreamers, based on the true story of the Mizner Brothers, who scramble for success, identity and love at the turn of the twentieth century.

 

From the Alaskan Gold Rush in the 1890s to the Florida real estate boom in the 1930s, the two brothers take risks to grab their piece of the American Dream while constantly looking for the next way to strike it rich. This quest turns into a test of morality and judgment for the two brothers that will change their lives in unexpected ways.

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  • Chromolume Dance Studio opens in Brentwood, CA providing acting and dance classes, as well as a rehearsal venue for rentals.

    September 1, 2026

  • Chromolume Theatre announces its residency at the Zephyr Theatre for its 2025 mainstage season.

    October 1, 2024

  • After a six-year absence, Chromolume Theatre announces its return to the Los Angeles theatre scene.

    April 26, 2024

  • Chromolume Theatre receives two nominations for the 29th Annual Ovation Awards for its production of Dessa Rose (Lead Actress in a Musical, Shaunte Taub (Dessa Rose); and Featured Actress in a Musical, Kymberly Stewart (Dessa Rose)).

    November 21, 2018

  • Chromolume Theatre wins the 2018 Stage Raw Award for Best Musical for its production of Pacific Overtures.

    August 20, 2018

  • Chromolume Theatre receives four nominations for the 2018 Stage Raw Awards (Best Choreography, Michael Marchak (Pacific Overtures), Best Ensemble (Pacific Overtures), Best Musical (Dessa Rose and Pacific Overtures).

    July 11, 2018

  • Chromolume Theatre's production of The Story of My Life opens at the Hobgoblin Theatre in Hollywood, California as part of the 2018 Hollywood Fringe Festival.

    June 3, 2018

  • Chromolume Theatre's residency at the Attic Theatre & Film Center in Los Angeles, California ends.

    May 31, 2017

  • Chromolume Theatre's production of Dessa Rose opens at Attic Theatre & Film Center in Los Angeles, California.

    February 2, 2018

  • Chromolume Theatre's production of Pacific Overtures opens at Attic Theatre & Film Center in Los Angeles, California.

    December 1, 2017

Josh Hillinger, Wilson

 

Chromolume Theatre debut! Credits include West Side Story (Officer Krupke) and Tommy (Specialist/Hawker) at PVPA; Assassins (Sam Byck) and Love’s Labour’s Lost (Costard) at Hillcrest; Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson (John Quincy Adams), The Rabbit Queen (Cyriacus Ahlers), The Pokémusical (Meowth), Giraffenstein (Ivan), and Things to Ruin with Color and Light Theatre Ensemble. Also: Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, Peter and the Starcatcher, Wangle Dangle, and Lost! The Musical. Josh received his BA in Acting from SFSU, trained with ComedySportz, John Gilkey, UCB, and Groundlings. You can find pictures of his dog @joshhillinger. Thank you for supporting live theatre!

Alexander Hall, Addison

 

Alexander Hall is very excited to make his LA musical debut with this hidden gem. He is a graduate of Oklahoma City University with his Bachelor’s of Music in Music Theatre. Past favorite roles include Clyde Barrow in Bonnie and Clyde and Frederic in Pirates Of Penzance (OCU). He has also traveled the world as a lead vocalist on Norwegian Cruise Line. A huge thank you to his parents for encouraging him to step off set and get back on stage and to his amazing husband Christian for his support. Alexanderhallactor.com

Amy Anderson, Mama

 

Hi! It’s me, writing in first person. I’m very, very excited to be a part of this production of Road Show with so many wonderful people. I’m solidly in my era of sad and/or mean mom roles and it’s a thrill to get to play Mama Mizner. Thank you to the Chromolume creative team for inviting me to play and the Zephyr Theatre. Special thanks to Aubrey for taking care of the dog and being the best daughter this Mama could wish for @theamyanderson

Richard Osborn, Papa

 

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Jack Searer, Hollis

 

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Stephanie Bentley, Mrs. Cosden

 

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Giana Bommarito, Mrs. Stotesbury

 

Giana is thrilled to make her debut with Chromolume Theatre in Road Show. Giana is a native Angeleno and a proud alumnus of the School of Dramatic Arts at USC. She is a full-time elementary music educator and director who has worked extensively with young actors. Some favorite performance credits include The Year Without A Santana Claus (Mrs. Claus)-Troubadour Theatre Co, Cabaret-(Ensemble)-La Mirada Theatre, In The Heights (Daniela)-Pacific Conservatory Theatre- Thénardier’s Inn (Éponine)- the winner of the best Cabaret & Variety show in Hollywood Fringe 2015! Thank you for supporting live theatre :)

Renee Cohen, Mrs. Yerkes

 

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James Graham, Mr. Trumbauer

 

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Tamra Harkley, Mrs. Wannamaker

 

Tamra Harkley is thrilled to make her debut with Chromolume Theatre! Past favorite credits include Evilene in The Wiz, Pillar in Legally Blonde, Janelle Woods in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Ronette in Little Shop of Horrors, and the Baroness in The Sound of Music. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support, as well as the wonderful cast, crew, and production team for making this show possible.

Naledi Miga, Mrs. Trumbauer

 

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Trey Murray, Stanley Ketchel

 

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Kelsey Schulte, Ethel Mudd

 

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Leilani Rodriguez, Mrs. Phipps

 

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Andrew Jacobsen, Addison (u/s)

 

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Brendan Lynch, Hollis (u/s)

 

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Joanna Syiek, Director

 

Joanna is thrilled to be collaborating with Chromolume Theatre to bring Road Show to life here in LA. Directing credits include LIZZIE, American Idiot (Indy Award Winner – Direction), Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Assassins, Company, and Tick Tick…Boom! along with the West Coast premieres of both Joe Iconis’ Things to Ruin and Brad Alexander and Adam Mathias’ See Rock City and Other Destinations. She is the founder of Color and Light Theatre Ensemble and loves directing new musicals including Merely Players, Giraffenstein, and The Pokémusical (Best Musical, Best of Fringe). Make art! More at www.colorandlighttheatre.com/joanna-syiek. Thanks, Jo

Richard Berent, Musical Director

 

Richard has been active in the L.A. musical theatre scene for over 30 years and on the music faculty of AMDA for 23 years. Music Director gigs include Bridges of Madison County, Sweeney Todd, Into The Woods (4 times), Sunday In The Park With George, and many others. He was thrilled to Assistant M.D. for the very recent production of the new, improved, authorized, version of Flower Drum Song at East West Players. He is active as a cabaret performer. He has been active as a musical theater composer, with numerous regional productions of his work. He was a M.D. for the REAF AIDS benefits in San Francisco for 12 years. M.D. of the Wayne State University (Detroit) dance department for 7 years. And yes, he’s the guy Josh Groban talks about at every concert who was his 7th grade choral director who noticed he had huge talent and let him sing S’Wonderful at the annual school cabaret concert, which made him one of the cool kids and enabled him to visualize life as a singer. Hell yes, I’m putting that in my bio.

Hailey Mashburn, Intimacy Director

 

Hailey is thrilled to be joining the Chromolume team for Road Show! As an Intimacy Professional, Hailey works across film, television, and theatre. Selected theatre credits: The Domestiques (DrunkTankPink), Somebody to Love (Rubicon Theatre), The 39 Steps (Rubicon Theatre), Bonnie & Clyde (Rubicon Theatre), LZRDGRL (AnyWay Theatre), Area Code (AnyWay Theatre), Twelfth Night (CSU Northridge), The Meowing Nuns (Shackleton Theatrics), Gross Old Man (Riot Act), Fool For Love (Brick Smasher Theatre Co). Selected screen credits: “It’s Florida, Man” (HBO Max), “True Crime Story: Smugshot” (AMC+), “Killing Jar” (Rising Voices), “THE ONE” (Dolce&Gabbana). IG: @haileyjmashburn

D’Angelo Reyes, Scenic Design

 

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Shon LeBlanc, Costume Design

 

Shon LeBlanc, IATSE 892. Shon celebrates 4o yrs in the business.  Over 400 productions, 2 Ovations, 8 nominations, 5 Garlands, Drama Critics Circle Award & more Film: Lobsterman from Mars, Toolbox Murders, Pellett, Encore for Disney Plus, Redline. Theatre: Titanic, I Love Lucy Live on Stage, The Women, Network, and more. Owner of Valentino’s Costumes & Special Exhibits Curatior at the Hollywood Musuem.

Devin Harris, Lighting Design

 

Devin Harris is a Los Angeles-based Lighting Designer, Stage Manager, Technical Director, and Technician. He graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in technical theater. He’s very excited to be back at the Zephyr! Selected credits include: Shrek – The Morgan-Wixson, Clara Vs Infinity – Eight Ball Theatre, Arguments! – Small Burden, That’s Hot – Independent Theatre, The Altruist – The Group Rep, Once Upon a Mattress – Carrie Hamilton Theatre, Hoy De Ti – Meraki Theatre, and a million more he can’t remember. Special thanks as always to Mom, Dad, Maya, and Nikki! Enjoy the Show!

James Esposito, Sound Design

 

A founding member of Chromolume Theatre and currently the V.P. of Operations.  Sound Design credits include Dessa Rose, Passion, Pacific Overtures, Zanna, Don’t!. Scenic Design credits include the NAACP Award Winning production of Do Lord Remember Me, Dessa Rose and Bridges of Madison County. 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.  Directing credits include Passion, First Date, Dessa Rose (LA Premiere), Pacific Overtures (Stage Raw Winner for Best Musical), Songs For A New World and Strip. 

Mara Aguilar, Production Stage Manager

 

Mara Aguilar is thrilled to serve as Stage Manager for Road Show with Chromolume Theatre. She is passionate about bringing stories to life behind the scenes and loves collaborating with artists to create meaningful and memorable theatrical experiences. If/Then is a powerful and heartfelt musical that explores the choices that shape our lives, and Mara is honored to be part of this talented production team. She would like to thank the cast, crew, creative team, and her family and friends for their continued support. Follow her theater journey on Instagram: @maramargarita13.

Kim Iosue, Assistant Stage Manager

 

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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).  Visit www.kenwerther.com

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).