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The World Goes ‘Round
Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
The World Goes ‘Round
The World Goes ‘Round
Music by John KanderLyrics by Fred Ebb
Five individuals find themselves navigating through the world, with its glories, indignities, hopes, and quiet dreams. Filled with humor, romance, drama and nonstop melody, it is a celebration of life and the fighting spirit that keeps us all going. From Cabaret to Chicago, featuring unforgettable gems, including “Mr. Cellophane,” “Maybe This Time,” “Cabaret” and “New York, New York,” seamlessly interwoven into a passionate and harmonious story.
Delightful
Cast
Lani Corson*
Dayna Dantzler*
Zak Edwards*
Dion Simmons Grier*
Crystal Kellogg*
LANI CORSON is excited to make her FST debut! She has toured the country (and beyond!) with Jagged Little Pill (MJ u/s), Chicago (June), and 42nd St (Lorraine). Some select regional credits include Rocky Horror (Janet), Seussical (Mayzie), Sister Act (Sister Mary Robert), The Little Mermaid (Ariel). Lani is also an accomplished aerialist, performing solo and with her company 2 Ring Circus. Follow @lkcorson.
DAYNA DANTZLER is thrilled to be joining the FST cast of this wonderful award-winning show. Dantzler has performed in shows on Broadway, Off-Broadway, National Tours, Cruise ships and regionally. Favorite roles include: Waitress (Becky), Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope (Principal), The Book Of Mormon (Nabulungi u/s), The Color Purple (Celie). She is a Western Michigan University alum and is very excited to share this beautiful show with you.
ZAK EDWARDS played this role at FST the last time it was produced! Broadway: Harmony (Cantor and Obersturmfuhrer; understudy Erich, Lesh, and Standartenfuhrer). National tours: An American in Paris (understudy Adam), Young Frankenstein. NYC: Harmony (NYTF), Candide (NYC Opera, directed by Hal Prince), Yank! (York Theatre), No No Nanette (Encores). Regional: Mary Poppins (Bert), Pirates of Penzance (Frederic), Forever Plaid (Jinx), 42nd Street (Billy). Huge love to The Mine, OUMT, FST, his family, and Will!
DION SIMMONS GRIER is a lifelong Jersey boy with a BFA from Montclair State University. He led the Off-Broadway production of Stardust Road (The York Theater). Dion performed in 'The 12' at Goodspeed Opera House and 'Sister Act' at PaperMill Playhouse. Other professional credits: Nicely Nicely in 'Guys & Dolls' & Audrey II (voice) in 'Little Shop of Horrors' at Theatre Aspen. He is excited to be at FST! Instagram: @DionSimmons_"
CRYSTAL KELLOGG | FST debut! Broadway: Finding Neverland, School of Rock. National Tours: Finding Neverland, Kinky Boots, The Pajama Game. Vocalist for Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes. Favorite Regional credits: Cabaret as Sally Bowles (Alabama Shakespeare Festival), Frank Wildhorn’s Wonderland as Alice (Tuachan Arts Center), Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey (Gateway Playhouse), Because of Winn Dixie as Callie (Goodspeed Operahouse). TV: “Person of Interest” (CBS), “The Looming Tower” (Hulu). J & E. @cryskellogg www.crystalkellogg.com.
Creative
DIRECTOR | Ben Liebert
SCENIC DESIGNERS | Axis Studios, Isabel A & Moriah Curley-Clay
COSTUME DESIGNER | Harry Nadal
LIGHTING DESIGNER | Andrew Gray
SOUND DESIGNER | Nicholas Christensen
COREOGHRAPHER | Ben Liebert
DANCE CAPTAIN | Lani Corson
STAGE MANAGER | Roy Johns*
STAGE MANAGEMENT INTERN | TBD
* Denotes member Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
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