October 18-27, 2024
A new musical that serves up a generous slice of humor and a side of candid dialogue, while navigating life’s unexpected ingredients.
Set against the backdrop of a small-town diner, this musical follows the journey of Jenna, a talented pie-maker and waitress who finds herself unhappily married and pregnant. A baking contest in a nearby county and a satisfying encounter with someone new presents a tempting recipe for a chance at a fresh start. With help from her spunky co-workers, each with their own aspirations, struggles, and relatable stories, she finds the courage to take a long abandoned dream off the shelf and start fresh.
Based on the film and featuring a soul-stirring score by Grammy-nominated artist Sara Bareilles, Waitress is a celebration of resilience, self-discovery, and the family we choose. It serves up a generous helping of toe-tapping tunes and unforgettable moments, proving that even in the face of challenges there’s a chance to bake your own recipe for happiness.
PRODUCTION TEAM
Director: Kendra Norton Dando
Choreographer: Talya Dozois
Music Director: Brandon Nordhues
Scenic Designer: Mark Hennigs
Costume Designer: Dana Svensson
Lighting Designer: Grant E. Merges
Sound Designer: Steven Sanders
Prop Designer: Bonnie Bologna
Stage Manager: Grace Wright
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CAST LIST
JENNA – Brie Stole
JENNA ALTERNATE – Tia Weatherz
BECKY – Janna Idzerda
DAWN – Grace Steinhofer
CAL – Timothy Snook
DR. POMATTER – James Person
EARL – Isiah Svoboda
OGIE – Jae Hoeschen
JOE – Dave Olson
NURSE NORMA – Kirstin Kehrer
ENSEMBLE/JOE UNDERSTUDY – Micah Alm
ENSEMBLE – Jordon Barker
ENSEMBLE – Travis Bunkers
MUSE/ENSEMBLE/DAWN UNDERSTUDY – Kylee Crews
PREGNANT WOMAN/MUSE/ENSEMBLE/BECKY UNDERSTUDY – Marijke Groat
MUSE/ENSEMBLE – Tierney Hammer
JENNA’S DAD/ENSEMBLE/DR. POMATTER UNDERSTUDY – Michael Kalpakoff
JENNA’S MOM/ENSEMBLE – Michelle Lortz
ENSEMBLE/OGIE UNDERSTUDY – Elijah Olson
MUSE/ENSEMBLE – Jennifer Potter-Vig
ENSEMBLE – Jake Sells
PREGNANT WOMAN/ENSEMBLE – Kelly Waid
FRANCINE/ENSEMBLE/PREGNANT WOMAN – Maria Warhol
MUSE/ENSEMBLE – Ellie Wigham
YOUNG JENNA/LULU – Lainey Moon
YOUNG JENNA/LULU – Lauren Smith
PERFORMANCES
Whether it’s illness, injury, family emergencies, or one of the many unpredictable things thrown our way–life happens. Having understudies and alternates helps cast members feel they truly have an option to take care of themselves while ensuring performances can go on smoothly and audiences receive a high-quality experience without cancellations.
For Waitress, we have cast alternates for some roles. They will be performing on the following dates:
- Saturday October 26, 2024 7:30 PM– Alternate Performing: Jenna
We have double cast the role Young Jenna/Lulu.
- Lainey Moon will be performing Friday, Oct. 18 at 7:30pm, Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2pm, Friday, Oct. 25 at 7:30pm, Saturday, Oct. 26 at 7:30pm
- Lauren Smith will be performing Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7:30pm, Thursday, Oct. 24 at 7:30pm, Sunday, Oct 27 at 2pm
Content Advisory: GREAT does not rate subject matter as sensitivities vary from person to person. Due to the mature themes in the script (domestic abuse, infidelity, drinking, and depression) as well as physical and verbal innuendo, we have opted to only sell adult tickets to this show. If you have other questions about the content or age appropriateness please contact us at 320-258-2787.