For Immediate Release: April 17, 2014

Media Contact:

Anne Q. Ulseth: 612.272.0588 | aulseth@ordway.org

Ticket Office: 651.224.4222 | ordway.org

Groups: 651.282.3111

Sassy, Rambunctious and Acrobatic BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL

On Stage May 13-18, 2014

At the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

SAINT PAUL, MINN. (APRIL 17, 2014) The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts announced today that Bring It On: The Musical will perform on the Saint Paul stage May 13-18, 2014.

Bitingly relevant and sprinkled with sass, Bring It On: The Musical, inspired by the Bring It On film, takes the audience on a high-flying journey filled with the complexities of friendship, jealousy, betrayal and forgiveness. Bring It On: The Musical tells the story of the challenges and unexpected bonds formed through the thrill of extreme competition.

The musical comedy made its Broadway debut on August 1, 2012, at the St. James Theatre. The production earned Tony® nominations for Best Musical and Best Choreography, and The New York Times called it, "Impossible to resist!"

Uniting some of the freshest and funniest creative minds on Broadway, Bring It On: The Musical features an original story by Tony® Award winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), music and lyrics by Tony Award-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda (In the Heights), music by Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning composer Tom Kitt (Next to Normal), lyrics by Broadway lyricist Amanda Green (High Fidelity) and music supervision by Tony and Grammy® Award winner Alex Lacamoire (In The Heights). The production is directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbuehler (In the Heights).

The design team includes scenic design by Drama Desk Award winner David Korins (Motown), costume design by Andrea Lauer (American Idiot), lighting design by Jason Lyons (Rock of Ages), sound design by Cody Spencer (The Book of Mormon), video design by Jeff Sugg (Magic/Bird) and hair design by Charles G. LaPointe (Newsies).

With a colorful crew of characters, an exciting fresh musical sound, dynamic choreography and aerial stunts, this all-new musical is emotionally gratifying in its story of redemption and breathtaking with amazingly vibrant athleticism.

Bring It On is a high-octane show that will dazzle you with theatricality and unbelievably intricate cheerleading routines. Its a very cool way to kick off summer, says James A. Rocco, Ordways vice president of programming and producing artistic director.

For tickets and more information, visit www.ordway.org

For more information, visit: www.bringitonmusical.com

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ABOUT THE ORDWAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

The Ordway is widely recognized as one of the nations leading nonprofit performing arts centers and Saint Pauls most elegant and inviting performance space. The Ordways Music Theater and soon-to-be completed Concert Hall attract diverse audiences with an array of productions showcasing the finest in American musical theater, world music, dance and vocal performance. Education and community engagement are integral to the Ordways mission, with major initiatives including the annual Flint Hills International Childrens Festival and Ordway Education programs that serve more than 50,000 students annually. The Ordway also sponsors the Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists, a professionally guided academic and artistic environment that trains aspiring pre-professional performing artists. Together with The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, Minnesota Opera and The Schubert Club, the Ordway is a member of the Arts Partnership and serves as the principal venue for their performances.

QUICK REFERENCE

Production: Bring It On: The Musical

Date: May 13-18, 2014

Time: 7:30 p.m., with 2:00 p.m. matinee shows on May 17-18

Theater Venue Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

& Location: 345 Washington Street
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102

Tickets: ordway.org
Ticket Office: 651.224.4222
Groups: 651.282.3111

Price: $36.00-105.00, subject to change

Pre-Show: Wednesday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m.

ORDWAY EXTRA: Cheer Power! Bring It On

Thursday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m.

KIDS NITE ON BROADWAY:

Pre-show activities especially for kids

Post-show: Wednesday, May 14, immediately following the performance
Talk back with members of the company

Book By: Jeff Whitty

Director/Choreographer: Andy Blankenbuehler

Scenic Design: David Korins

Costume Designer: Andrea Lauer

Sound Design: Cody Spencer

Music Supervisor: Alex Lacamoire

Music Director: Julian Reeve

Associate Director: Holly-Anne Ruggiero

Associate Choreographer: Stephanie Klemons

Cheer and Stunt

Coordinator: Jessica Colombo

Cheerleading Consultant: Varsity-We Are Cheerleading

General Manager: Townsend Teague

Video Designer: Jeff Sugg

Technical Supervision: MB Productions

Tour Direction: The Road Company

Licensing: Music Theatre International

Casting Director: Joy Dewing Casting

Cast: Nadia Vynnytsky, Zuri Washington, Tyler Bertolone, Emily Mitchell, Maisie Salinger, Jennifer Geller, Sharrod Williams, Andy White, AJ Lockhart, Mia Weinberger, Bailey Purvis, Erin L. Fleming, Gabriella Andréa, Taurean Barber, Azaria Bermudez, Antwan Bethea, Eean Cochran, Victoria Cyzewski, Alli Franco, Jillian Franco, Chailee Friant, Reed Iacarella, Brantley Jittu, Michael Naone-Carter, Sarah Nathan, Megan Pick, Brennan Peters, Kaleigh Prange, David Ranck, Kyle Shafer, Mason Trueblood, Jayson Tucker, Natalie Willis, Emmeline Wood.

Media Contact: Anne Q. Ulseth: 612.272.0588 | aulseth@ordway.org

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