February 6-16, 2025

Auburn Stage - The Grand Theatre

Book by John August
Music & Lyrics by Andrew Lippa

Based on the Novel by Daniel Wallace
and the Columbia Motion Picture written by JOHN AUGUST

Originally produced on Broadway by Dan Jinks, Bruce Cohen and Stage Entertainment with Roy Furman, Broadway Across America/RichEntertainment Group, John Domo, The Nederlander Organization and Edward Walson in association with CJ E&M, Dancing Elephant Productions, Parrothead Productions, Harvey Weinstein/Carole L. Haber, Peter May/Jim Fantaci, Ted Liebowitz/Joe Piacentile and Columbia Pictures.

Big Fish Small Cast Edition is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com


About the show

Part Epic Tale, Part Fire Sale: BIG FISH beautifully stitches the fantastical world of Edward Bloom, filled with witches, giants and mermaids, with that of his son, who yearns to separate the truth from the tale, and discover who his father truly is before it’s too late. Audiences are invited to follow the Bloom family as they come together, fall apart, fight the dragon, and – Surprise ending, wouldn’t want to ruin it for ya.

Based on David Wallace's "Big Fish: a Novel of Mythic Proportions", Big Fish has been dazzling audiences since 2003 with Tim Burton's film adaptation, starring big names such as Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney and Helena Bonham Carter. 10 years later, Big Fish hit the big stage with another star studded cast of Norbert Leo Butz, Ciara Renne, and Alex Brightman. Edward Blooms whimsical tales continue to capture our hearts through Stories, Screen and Stage - join us to hear how they go.


ENJOY SPECIAL PERFORMANCES


OPENING NIGHT & RECEPTION: February 7
Join us for the opening performance of Big Fish. This evening includes a special post-performance reception and the opportunity to connect with members of the cast & crew. 

RELAXED PERFORMANCE: February 9
This performance is designed to provide a comfortable and accessible experience for everyone. During this evening’s presentation, noise from the house/audience will be welcome and light/ sound levels are adjusted to create a sensory-friendly environment. 

BOOKTOK COSTUME NIGHT: February 12
Dress in costume as one of your favorite book characters and celebrate a classic novel take to the stage with a community of book lovers. 

VALENTINE'S DAY DATE NIGHT: February 14 
Celebrate this epic romance and disappear into a world of daffodils with your one true Valentine. This performance will make the perfect date night for you and your love. 


The cast

SANDRA BLOOM SR: Ruth Noonan
SANDRA TEMPLETON JR: Haley Jensen
EDWARD BLOOM SR: Andrew Rethazi
EDWARD BLOOM JR: Lucas Andersen
WILL BLOOM: Nohl Egan
JOSEPHINE BLOOM: Hayley Kell


JENNY HILL: Tannis Quinn
THE WITCH: Tameka Brown
AMOS CALLOWAY: Sue Harrington
KARL THE GIANT: Kevin Avram
ZACKY PRICE: Mariana Hrnjak
DON PRICE: Colt Forgrave
DR. BENNETT: Patrick Hoffer
GIRL IN THE WATER: Mackenzie Emptage


WILL'S SON: Tevin Pritchett-White
YOUNG WILL: Daxton Scurr
FISHERMAN: Tricia Starrett
MAYOR: Benjamin Childs
BARBER: Kayla Manning
SCHOOL TEACHER: Jessica Phillips
GIRL WITH ORANGE CAT: Tessa Pritchett-White
CHEERLEADER: Allison Gold


The Creative Team

PRODUCER: Brittney-Lee Lowey
DIRECTORS: Trinity Harrison & Jacob Wiley
MUSIC DIRECTOR: Jaclyn Cunneyworth
CHOREOGRAPHER:
Lynn Seward
STAGE MANAGER: Mariann Sawyer

ASSISTANT MUSIC DIRECTOR: Jared Brown
LIGHTING DESIGN: Joe Recchia
SET DESIGN: Caitlin Cahill
HAIR & MAKEUP DESIGN: Rae Tenkate
PROPS MASTER: Shannon Beliak
ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER: Sam Stack-Couture & Aleesa Prendergast
SET CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR: Holly Calnan