MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 3, 2024) — The Black Box Theatre, an intimate 60 seat storefront theatre located in the heart of downtown Moline, is proud to present Songs for a New World created by Jason Robert Brown, three-time Tony Award winner. The show opens July 11 for a limited run.
Directed by Shelley Cooper and Kelsey Walljasper with Music direction by Mitch Carter along with Assistant Music Director Rob Elfline. The production stars Evan Gagliardo; Katie Griswold; Noah Hill; Noel Jean Huntley; Kaden Micklos; Jordyn Mitchell; Kira Rangel; and Keenen Wilson. Set construction: Michael Kopriva, Jeff Adamson, and James Driscoll. Producer/set and costume design by Black Box Co-Founder Lora Adams, sound design by Doug Kutzli, and light design by Mike Turczynski.
Songs for a New World weaves together a collection of diverse songs, each telling a unique story. The show doesn’t follow a traditional narrative but explores a range of characters and situations, spanning time and place. The characters face pivotal moments in their lives, addressing themes of love, hope, decision-making, and human experience. Songs for a New World is an exploration of the complexities and choices that define our lives.
Show dates are July 11, 12, 13, 18, and 19, 7:30PM and Sunday, July 14, 2PM. Tickets are available at theblackboxtheatre.com or at the door.
