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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Slightly Off-Broadway

june 1 – june 24, 2017
broadwater black box theatre

***2017 HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL PRODUCTION***

 

Chromolume Theatre returns to the Hollywood Fringe Festival in 2017 for its third straight year, after successful runs of Tru (2015) and Edges (2016), with this hilarious and irreverent cabaret featuring parodies of your favorite Broadway hits of yesterday and today! A talented cast will be performing brand new lyrics to the music from Les Miserables, Newsies, Rent, Guys & Dolls, West Side Story, The Little Mermaid, Hamilton and many more! Join us at the Sacred Fools Black Box for this very limited engagement at the Hollywood Fringe Festival 2017!

Cast/Crew Bios

PERFORMANCE

       

Kelvin Ralph Chou

 

Kelvin is excited to be making his Hollywood Fringe Festival debut with the cast and crew of Slightly-Off Broadway! Notable past shows include: RENT (Mark Cohen), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Trevor Graydon), and Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings (Smudge). He would like to thank Eleen Hsu-Wentlandt, for bringing him onboard the show, his loving girlfriend, and the magic of caffeine. Kelvin is also a pianist, writer, and archery instructor in his free time. He does not have any social media accounts. Yes, really. He does, however, own a record player.

Rita Outtrim

 

Rita was born a small baby in Houston, Texas. She grew up and discovered her passion at the age of 5, entertaining people through the arts of singing, dancing, and acting (some may call it musical theatre). Since then she received a bachelor’s degree in vocal performance and music education at the University of North Texas. Once they handed her that diploma, she moved to Los Angeles to further pursue her hopes and dreams. She’s performed in some stuff, which you haven’t seen. But she’s out there doing things. Much love to you all!

Ken Maurice Purnell

 

Ken Maurice hails from the Eastern Shore of Maryland as a singer, songwriter, actor, screenwriter, and director. Ken has participated in many plays, musicals and revues; from ones like Les Miserables portraying Thenardier, Into the Woods portraying Jack, as well as, taking on the role of Michael Jackson in a Motown Revue. Ken, also played the character of Oswald in William Shakespeare’s King Lear, in which he earned the high honor of “The Comedic Fool Performance Award”. Most recently, Ken appeared in Lost the Musical as Michael and in Chromolume Theatre’s Production of, Zanna Don’t portraying Tank. Ken has also filmed test pilot shows for HBO and A&E. And has filmed an independent sci-fi film entitled Safaar” which came out in 2013. Ken was also a lead actor in Iconic Dreams Entertainment, Ghetto Dreams a short Film for, the Rapper/Actor, Common’s “Ghetto Dreams” Contest. In this Global Contest of over 40 entries worldwide, a 4th placed finished was gained. Ken has gained many awards and many honors, from the Male Vocalist Award with the National Choral School. Ken not only is an actor, but is also an emerging screenwriter, he plans to film and release his work, later on in the year. Ken Maurice’s latest film projects were portraying Kanye West in Todrick Hall’s Pop-Star High Web Series, and as well as, Ezell from the Friday Franchise, in the Friday,the Web-Series.

Bonnie Sludikoff

 

Bonnie is an ambitious and fun-loving LA girl who made the incredibly questionable decision to work on three shows in this year’s Fringe Festival. In addition to this show, she is producing The Magic School Bus: A Traumedy and The Physicists! Bonnie is super excited to have the opportunity to work on this production with Chromolume Theatre (where she is a staff-member!). Slightly-Off Broadway is a collection of 20 Broadway songs re-imagined with parody lyrics that Bonnie wrote as a result of listening to her favorite Broadway soundtracks far too many times. She also wrote and is starring in her third one-woman show – The Magic School Bus: A Traumedy, playing next door in the Sacred Fools Studio from June 3-22! Bonnie was recently seen in Songs for a New World, and she currently enjoys making up silly songs with her Musical Improv Group, “99 Problems, But A Pitch Ain’t One.” In her spare time (that’s only sort of a joke…) Bonnie is working on making the world a better, safer place with her non profit campaign “That’s What She Didn’t Say”- an organization dedicated to creating healthy conversations about challenging topics. IG: NOTYOURBONNIE

Eileen Hsu-Wentlandt

 

Eileen Hsu-Wentlandt is happy to be back at L.A. Fringe Festival, having appeared in 2015 in Skanky Me from Kankakee. She has had the distinct pleasure of previously collaborating with Bonnie Sludikoff on her brilliant parodies, in her winner’s show for Cabaret Idol! Past favorite projects include The Great Kooshog Lake Hollis McCauley Fishing Derby (Rhonda, Torrance Theatre Co), The Odd Couple (Gwen, Theatre Palisades), Bizet’s Carmen (Mercedes, Pacific Opera Project), 9 to 5 (Roz), Into the Woods (Witch, Carr/Limon), The Music Man (Marian), and Bach B Minor Mass (soloist, Pacific Chorale with Musica Angelica). Plus, two national commercials, singing back-up for Reba McEntire and Andrea Bocelli, and singing film scores at the Hollywood Bowl with Michael Giacchino (Star Trek) and on tour with the Munich Symphony (The Lord of the Rings). She studied music and acting at Pomona and El Camino Colleges, and South Coast Repertory. She loves chocolate, yoga, dancing, teaching, and Italy. Thanks to Josh and fam! www.yilinsings.com.

Paul Cady, Musical Director


Paul Cady has musical directed and has appeared in many show’s as an actor/singer as well. Most recently, Paul musical directed and played the lead role of Bill Medley Sr in That Lovin Feelin at the Group Rep Theatre. Other credits include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Al in A Chorus Line at Casa Manana In Fort Worth, Johnny Brown in The Unsinkable Molly Brown in San Diego Starlight Theatre, Samuel in the national tour of The Pirates of Penzance and Captain John Smith in The Spirit of Pocahontas for Disneyland.

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).