XANADU

JULY 19–21, 2024

• July 19, 2024 @ 7:00PM

• July 20, 2024 @ 2:00PM

• July 20, 2024 @ 7:00PM

• July 21, 2024 @ 2:00PM

Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Music and Lyrics by Jeff Lynne and John Farrar

Based on the Universal Pictures film with a screenplay by Richard Danus & Marc Rubel

A Greek muse inspires love, laughter and the world's first roller disco in this 1980s glitter explosion.

This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends, Jeff Lynne and John Farrar. Based on the Universal Pictures cult classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, Xanadu is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired.

Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time – the first ROLLER DISCO! (Hey, it's 1980!) But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and chaos abounds.

Aalaya Allen is 17 years old and a dual enrolled student who is interested in acting. She attended Sebastian River High School and has hopes of teaching Drama one day.

Jacqueline Anding is very excited to be back performing at Riverside Theatre this summer! She is passionate about the arts. Some of her favorite productions she has been in were Newsies (Mrs. Jacobi, Bowery Beauty), Madagascar JR. (Private the Penguin), and Puffs (Clumsy Longbottom, Goyle). 

Mars Capra is a Vero Beach native. Mars first appeared on stage in the Vero Beach Theater Guild production of Aladdin JR. and Mars was a member of the stage crew for Riverside's Finding Nemo JR. and hit the stage again for Shrek JR. Mars has a passion for makeup and has been taking special effects makeup classes as well as theater makeup classes. Mars loves spending time with friends and family, drawing, and playing the drums. She is really looking forward to the show and hopes you are too! 

Timothy Cicco does theatre both at Riverside Theatre and Vero Beach High School. He plans on pursuing musical theatre and acting throughout college. His favorite role at Riverside has been Jack Kelly in Newsies. He would like to thank Kevin and Ms. Debbie for all their support and teaching him to become a better actor and singer!

Ava Cook is a sophomore. This is her third show at Riverside Theatre. Ava enjoys singing and acting as theatre is her passion. She would like to thank Kevin and Debby for the amazing opportunities and support they have given her through the show and she hopes you enjoy it!

Zadie Diniz first experienced theater in Riverside Theatre's production of Newsies last year, and is glad to be back again. She will be attending Stanford University in the fall to study Cognitive Science.

Ivy Engel loves acting, singing, and roller skating so this show is right up her alley. She has done several shows at Riverside Theatre and her first lead role ever was Hermey in Riverside Theatre’s Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR. in 2022. Her goal for the future is to be a successful actress and model. She would like to thank her family and friends for always encouraging her to pursue her career hopes.

Giselle Fernandez is going into her junior year at Miami Arts studio. This is her fourth show at Riverside Theatre and is looking forward to many more. She plans to minor in Theater in Europe after graduating. She would like to thank her family for allowing her to have such great opportunities and hopes you enjoy the show!

Joshua Irby is 15 years old. His birthday is July 27th. Past theater experiences include The Lion King and two years of theater in school. He loves acting and would love to make a career out of it.

Avery Kissam is thrilled to be back on the Riverside Theatre stage! A recent graduate of Bayside High in Palm Bay, this is a special show for her, since seeing Xanadu JR. here in 7th grade. It led her to theatre in the first place. Some of her favorite roles include Rosa Bud in Drood (Bayside High), Catherine in Pippin (Brevard County SFA), and Cinderella in Into the Woods (here at Riverside). She wants to thank Kevin and Debbie for all the amazing opportunities!

Amelia Lewis is a senior. She is an accomplished soprano in the choir. She also performs with the show choir, Volare. Amelia is a straight-A student and is a member of the National Honor Society. She is excited to be back on the Riverside Theatre stage.

Danielle Rustay is a Freshman at Indian River State College and is happy to be making a come-back at Riverside Theatre! Throughout her theatre experience, she has enjoyed playing roles such as Racetrack Higgins (Newsies), Gaston (Beauty and the Beast JR.), Snow Queen (Game of Tiaras), Miss Trunchbull (Matilda), and Cruella de Vil (Descendants). She thanks you all for coming to the show and would like to give an extraspecial thanks to her Mom, Dad, Kevin, Debbie, and God for this amazing opportunity. Now on with the show!

Kaitlin Simmons is a rising senior at Marine Oceanographic Academy who's been performing with Riverside Theatre for 8 years. Her goal is to attend college for theatre and writing. Performing at Riverside Theatre has given her extraordinary opportunities and she'd like to thank Kevin, Debbie, her mom, and all of her Riverside friends for their support.

Creative Team

Director: Kevin Quillinan
Music Director: Debbie Quillinan
Dance Captain: Jacqueline Anding
Scenic Designer: Devin LaPointe
Props Designer: Emily Luongo
Costume Designer: Corey Brittain
Lighting Designer: Genny Wynn
Sound Designer: Rhiannon Blanchette
Stage Manager: Peyton Dickens
Director of Productions: Jordan Lippert
Student Counselor: Riley Blackwell

"Xanadu," "All Over the World," "The Fall," "I'm Alive," "Evil Woman," "Don't Walk Away" and "Strange Magic" written by Jeff Lynne, published by EMI Blackwood Music Inc.

"Magic," "Suddenly," "Dancin'," "Suspended in Time," "Whenever You're Away From Me," "Fool" and "Have You Never Been Mellow" written by John Farrar, published by John Farrar Music.

ANY VIDEO AND/OR AUDIO RECORDING OF THIS PRODUCTION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.