The Marvelous Wonderettes announces cast
The cast has been announced for The Marvelous Wonderettes, by Roger Bean, a musical revue written and directed by Roger Bean, choreographed by Janet Miller, opening at Westside Theatre (Upstairs) on 14 Sep 2008, following previews from 29 Aug 2008. The show is currently booking through to 1 Feb 2009.
The Marvelous Wonderettes: A journey back to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where the Wonderettes - Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy - are four young girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts. Songs include: 'Lollipop,' 'Dream Lover,' 'Stupid Cupid,' 'Lipstick on Your Collar,' 'Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me,' 'It�s My Party' and 'It�s In His Kiss (The Shoop Shoop Song)'
The Marvelous Wonderettes will be played by Farah Alvin as 'Missy,' Beth Malone as 'Betty Jean,' Bets Malone as 'Suzy' and Victoria Matlock as 'Cindy Lou.'
Farah Alvin's (Missy) Broadway credits include 'The Look of Love' (2003), 'Nine' (2003), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1999) and 'Grease' (1994 revival).
Beth Malone (Betty Jean) appeared on Broadway in 'Ring of Fire' (2006), and Off-Broadway in 'Bingo.'
Bets Malone played Suzy in The Marvelous Wonderettes premiere at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, and reprised the role when the show played in Los Angeles.
Victoria Matlock (Cindy Lou) appeared in National Tours of 'Wicked,' 'Evita' and 'The Full Monty.'
The Marvelous Wonderettes earned an Ovation Award (Best Musical in an Intimate Theatre) and LADCC Awards for best choreography and ensemble in its run at Los Angeles� El Portal Theatre.
The creative team includes Mike Carnahan (sets), Bobby Pearce (costumes), Jeremy Pivnick (lighting) and Cricket S. Myers (sound).
Originally published on