Nazareth presents Tony-nominated musical "Bonnie & Clyde" April 18-20

Rochester, NY (04/02/2019) — The Nazareth College Theatre and Dance Department and Theatre League brings America's favorite criminal lovers back to life in the Tony-nominated musical Bonnie and Clyde at the Nazareth College Arts Center. The bank-robbing duo takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 18, Friday April 19, and Saturday April 20. There is also a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday April 20. Performances are in the Callahan Theater, located on the campus of Nazareth College at 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, 14618.

Bonnie & Clyde was written by Frank Wildhorn (music), Don Black (lyrics), and Ivan Menchell (book). It is directed by New York City-based Aaron Galligan-Stierle with musical direction by Corinne Aquilina, assistant professor and program director of musical theatre at Nazareth College.

THE PERFORMANCE
In the midst of the Great Depression, small-town nobodies Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow spark a bold and reckless romance-driven by a mutual desire for fame and fortune. As their law-breaking adventure spirals in unexpected directions, their inevitable fate grows closer. Watch their rise to outlaw infamy unfold in this retelling of two of America's most wanted criminals.

"I couldn't be more excited to bring to life this timely story of the desperate need for connection and legacy in the midst of devastating poverty and upheaval," said director Aaron Galligan-Stierle. "The cast is bringing their total commitment and passion and I can't wait to share this production with the Rochester community."

POST-SHOW TALKBACK
Willie Lightfoot is a Rochester City Council member at-large and the creator and chairman of ROC Against Gun Violence Coalition. He and the cast of Bonnie & Clyde will be giving a talk back following their opening performance on Thursday, April 18.

TICKETS
Tickets for Bonnie & Clyde are $15.00 for general admission, $13.00 for seniors, and $7.50 for students at the door with I.D. For tickets call - or visit - the Box Office: 585-389-2170 or order online: naz.edu/artscenter. For groups of 10 or more, contact Box Office Manager Deb Foster at 389-2172 for group rates.

The Nazareth College Arts Center Box Office is located on campus at 4245 East Avenue, Rochester. Regular box office hours are Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 11 a.m. until curtain time on performance days.

CAST & CREATIVE TEAM
The Bonnie & Clyde cast features: Demetrio Alomar (Clyde), Anna Kostakis (Bonnie), Nick Deapo (Buck), Caelie Flanagan (Blanche), Robert DiJames (Ted), Chiara Giampietro (Emma), Kaitie Buckert (Cumie), Garrison Hunt (Henry), Ian Patterson (Preacher), Kara Smith (Gospel Girl), Erin Mclean (Gospel Girl), Isabella Bertoni (Gospel Girl), Zachary Jones (Bud), Sam Melita (Sheriff), Dereck Atwater (Johnson), Peter Smith (Hamer), Giovanni Rivera-Litz (Archie/Alcorn), Julianna Pollicino (Eleanor), Michaela Shaffer (Trish), Regan Stacey (Stella), Felicity Thomas (Governor), Noah Baisch (Young Clyde), Poppy Thomas (Young Bonnie), Abigail Hazlett (u/s Bonnie), Tre Kanaley (u/s Clyde), Amanda Reyngoudt (u/s Blanche), Vinny Capluzzi (u/s Buck), Nash Johns (Male Swing), and Shelby Ennis (Female Swing).

The Bonnie & Clyde design team consists of Aaron Galligan-Stierle (director/choreographic advisor), Corinne Aquilina (musical director), Allen Wright Shannon (scenic designer), Emily Stork (lighting designer), Kyle Critelli (sound designer), and Yuanting Zhao (costume designer). Student creative team members are Vinny Capluzzi (associate director), Cassidy Halpin (choreographer), Nolan Todd (stage manager), Sam Burkovich (assistant stage manager), Sam Searles (assistant stage manager), Annie Skinner (assistant scenic designer), and Jake Beha (assistant lighting designer).

ABOUT
Since 1967, the NAZARETH COLLEGE ARTS CENTER has served as a venue and educational resource for students, educators, artists, and audiences of all ages to create, study, and experience the visual and performing arts. The Arts Center Series and K-12 school performance series provide area residents of all ages with opportunities to experience world-class dance, multicultural entertainment, family programming, music, theatre, and special events. The Departments of Art, Music, and Theatre and Dance present exceptional productions, recitals, and exhibitions, which are open to the public, while preparing students for successful careers in arts-related fields.

Media please note: high-resolution images are available at artscenter.naz.edu/newsroom and interviews and photo/footage opportunities can be arranged upon request. Contact Michelle Shippers, Marketing and Publicity Manager. mshippe0@naz.edu or 585-389-2093.