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The liner notes to the Broadway cast recording of XANADU: THE MUSICAL begin, “Every great while, along comes a musical that shows mankind the power of hope over despair, that illustrates in story and song the injustices of society and the common good of the common man. That musical is Blood Brothers. This, on the other hand, is.more >
Show Reviews
Without a doubt, “Xanadu” is pure old escapist fun with a disco beat!more > — Robert McKinney, Bristol Herald Courier
The play is pure comedy on a Greek scale.more > — Shari Stacy
I have never worn legwarmers. And, unless I make a fashion statement just to bug my wife, I seldom go out of the house wearing knee-high tube socks with stripes at the top.more > — Joe Tennis, Bristol Herald Courier
Electrifying, toe-tapping, terrific! One of the best Barter productions that I've seen in 20 years.more > — L.E., Barter Patron
So much fun...haven't seen that much neon since 1986.more > — K.S., Barter Patron
The acting...the skating...the singing...just perfect!more > — C.S., Barter Patron
a fun, musical romp about Greek gods, roller discos and the 80s, it's fantastic. It's sure to make you laugh and help you scare those cold weather blues away.more > — Adelaide Clark
Going to learn to roller skate, to sing - to do all the things they are doing!more > — J.M., Barter Patron
Simply amazing...Loved it, Loved it, LOVED IT! Will see it again and again!more > — M.T., Barter Patron
Kid-friendly, but good for adults too!more > — K.O., Barter Patron
Great way to start the season...very upbeat, very spontaneous. Great show!more > — S.G., Barter Patron
I saw Xanadu last night and it was wonderful - very funny and well worth the cost of admission!! Get your tickets and go out and support the Barter Theatre, a true treasure in our own backyard!!!. .more > — M.B. via Faceboook
This was the best production I have ever seen at the Barter and the best performances I have seen from actors I have seen several times. But by far the best thing was the splendid direction by Mr.more > — D.D. via email
Xanadu
The new Broadway Musical Book by Douglas Carter Beane, Music & Lyrics by Jeff Lynne and John Farrar. Based on the Universal Pictures Film; Screenplay by Richard Danus and Marc Rubel
Believe in "Magic" and nothing will stand in your way! Forbidden love and danger abound in this highly infectious musical comedy featuring the hit songs "All Over The World," "Suddenly," "Strange Magic," "Evil Woman," "Don't Walk Away" and "I'm Alive" made famous by Olivia Newton-John. It's 1980s Venice Beach, California, for this hilarious story about a beautiful muse on a quest to inspire a struggling artist to achieve his greatest creation - a roller disco. With the musical contagiousness of Grease and the hilarity of National Lampoon, you'll want to bring your togas, beach balls and leggings for what is sure to be a beach-party sensation!
Stage: Barter Theatre
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The Cast of XANADU
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J. Casey Barrett, Sean Campos, Ben Mackel, Ezra Colon
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Sean Campos, J. Casey Barrett, Ezra Colon & Ben Mackel
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Ben Mackel & Ashley Campos
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Ashley Campos, Mary Lucy Bivins, J. Casey Barrett & Ben Mackel
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Cast of Xanadu
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Hannah Ingram, Ashley Campos, Sean Campos & Lacretta Nicole
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Ben Mackel
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Ben Mackel & Michael Poisson
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Sean Campos, Ezra Colon, Ashley Campos, Lacretta Nicole & J. Casey Barrett
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The Cast of XANADU
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Ashley Campos & J. Casey Barrett
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The Cast of XANADU
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Ezra Colon, J. Casey Barrett, Ashley Campos, Sean Campos & Ben Mackel
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Mary Lucy Bivins, Hannah Ingram, Michael Poisson, Ashley Campos & J. Casey Barrett
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The Cast of XANADU
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Sean Campos, J. Casey Barrett, Lacretta Nicole, Ashley Campos & Mary Lucy Bivins
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Cast of Xanadu
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Cast of Xanadu
Cast & Credits
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THE CAST
(In Order of Appearance)
Sonny Malone: Ben Mackel
Kira (Clio): Ashley Campos
Erato (Woman w/Bike, Siren, Andrews Sister,
Cupid, Medusa):
Lacretta Nicole
Euterpe (Siren, Young Danny, Tubes Singer, Thetis):
J. Casey Barrett
Melpomene (Tube Singer, Cyclops): Ezra Colón
Thalia (Siren, Hera):
Mary Lucy Bivins
Terpsicore (Siren, Tubes Singer, Hermes, Centaur):
Sean Campos
Calliope (Andrews Sister, Aphrodite):
Hannah Ingram
Danny Maguire (Zeus):
Michael Poisson
THE MUSICIANS
Urania, Muse of Keyboards: Steve Sensenig
Polyhymnia, Muse of Synthesizer: Brandon Sturiale
Drummer: Jerry Greene
THE COLLABORATORS
Director: Richard Rose
Choreographer:
Amanda Aldridge
Musical Director:
Steve Sensenig
Dance Captain:Sean Campos
Set Designer:Scott Aronow
Costume Designer:
Amanda Aldridge
Wig & Make-up Designer:
Ryan Fischer
Lighting Designer:
Dale F. Jordan
Sound Designer: Bobby Beck
Stage Manager: Cindi A. Raebel
Assistant Stage Manager:
Jayme Tinti
Season Sponsors:
Alpha Natural Resources, Bristol Virginia Utilities, Eastman Credit Union, Mountain States Health Alliance & The United Company/The Olde Farm
Corporate Sponsor:
Johnston Memorial Hospital
Media Sponsors:
WCYB; FOX Tri-Cities; Tri-Cities CW 4; Bristol Broadcasting Company; WXBQ; WAEZ; WTZR; WFHG; Out and About Magazine
