“Little Miss Sunshine,” a delightful and heartwarming musical comedy adapted by James Lapine, is based on the 2006 Academy Award-nominated film of the same name. The play follows the quirky and endearing Hoover family as they embark on a cross-country road trip in their iconic yellow Volkswagen bus, pursuing young Olive’s dream of competing in the Little Miss Sunshine beauty pageant. With a catchy and poignant score by composer William Finn, the musical explores themes of love, resilience, and the importance of embracing life’s imperfections. As the Hoover family confronts their own flaws and insecurities, audiences are treated to a touching and often hilarious journey that showcases the power of unity and support.
Character(s) | Actor(s) |
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Olive Hoover | Alsea Gallagher, Nuala Gallagher |
Richard Hoover | Jimmy Alexander |
Sheryl Hoover | Jessica Alexander |
Grandpa | Andy Nance |
Dwayne Hoover | Austin Fields, Drew Fitzgerald |
Uncle Frank | Clay Mitchell |
Larry Sugarman/Buddy Dean Gardner/Doctor | Cameron Kirkland |
Linda/Miss California | Ella Escamilla, Malia Jaffe |
Joshua Rose/Kirby/Funeral Home Worker | Bryce Esposito |
Bridget/Mean Girl | Evelyn George |
Tracee/Mean Girl | Ella Adornetti |
D'borah/Mean Girl | Luna Higginbottom |
Chelsea/Mean Girl | Lucy Farrow |
Title(s) | Member(s) |
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Director | Missy Schmotzer |
Music Director | Lisa Lockhart |
Stage Manager | Hannah McCowan |
Assistant Stage Manager | Molly Farrow |
Technical Director | Tyler Hammond |
Scenic Designer | Rob O'Leary |
Shop Foreman | Dom Grasso |
Scenic Painter | Nancy Grasso |
Sound Designer | Bradley Cooper |
Lighting Designer | Tyler Hammond |
Props Master | Ashley Taylor |
Costume Designer | Cathy O'Brien |
Board Operator | Francesca Bellavista |
Cast: 16 Crew: 13 Total: 29