Sophia Garcia’s dive into performing arts began with her mother, who regularly took her to productions. Her favorite role to date is “Veronica Sawyer” in Heathers: The Musical. Sophia hopes to use Veronica’s independence to her favor in Bonnie & Clyde. Pursuing a degree in Drama and Music Concentration at the University of Dallas has… Read more »
Olivia Rodriguez Smith says she’s always found a stage to perform on ever since she was little, but her first musical was during the 8th grade, in Camp Casa’s Fiddler on the Roof Jr. The role of “Bessie” in Marvin’s Room helped Olivia establish a strong method of character development, of which she plans to draw from as her contribution to the complex nature of the ensemble in Bonnie… Read more »
Have you ever walked on stage in front of 20,000 people… as Elvis? Take a minute to meet the star of our upcoming Reid Cabaret Theatre show, A Tribute to the King, Taylor Rodriguez. You may have seen Taylor when he starred as Richie Valens in our 2019 production of Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. Clearly he has a knack for stars with moves! Based in Lynchburg,… Read more »
Working from home can be a challenge, but marketing director Lindsey Rushen gave us some insight on how she’s managing to do it all. What does a day in your life look like? Share with us below!
2020 certainly has not been short of challenges, but we remain dedicated, as the show must go on! We‘re working from home, but we thought we’d also share what we are doing to relax and find calmness amongst this storm. What are some ways you’re destressing? Let us know in the comments! Taking time to unpack and organize. “Cleaning and organizing help me feel… Read more »
Cast of Frank-N-Friend
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Cara Serber as “Ms. Vogel,” Laura Wetsel as “Emmie,” Jarrett Self as “Butch” and Gavin Guthrie as “Stevie”
Jarrett Self as “Butch,” Gavin Guthrie as “Stevie” and Laura Wetsel as “Emmie”
Jarrett Self as “Butch,” Gavin Guthrie as “Stevie” and Laura Wetsel as “Emmie”
Kendra, Oliver and Michael examine the DNA of their “Frank-N-Friend!”
Morgan Haney as “Kendra”
Michael, Oliver and Kendra celebrate their creation!
Ryan Michael Friedman comes to life as “Frank-N-Friend!”
As David Coffee and Jonathan Beck Reed take to the stage of Casa Mañana as stars of Tuna Does Vegas, let’s take a look back at the history of this booming series. 40 years since its inception, the Tuna series has many accolades to its name. A Broadway run, a prime-time TV special, numerous network appearances, and two performances at the White House. But, how did… Read more »
Jacob Hemsath and Ryan Michael Friedman are on the Casa Mañana stage, now through Sunday, in a show with an important message. Oliver, played by Jacob and Frank-N-Friend, played by Ryan help draw out the best in school bully, Butch. They joined me to discuss their roles in the show, and why this world premiere is so important. Is this your first children’s show? If so, what… Read more »
A Dean Martin Christmas at Casa’s Reid Cabaret By: Julie Rhodes If you’re a fresh young thing like me (we need a sarcasm font), you might not be familiar enough with Dean Martin to evaluate whether Casa Mañana’s Joe Scalissi fully emulates the Rat Pack icon in its cabaret show this month. Fortunately, that’s not… Read more »
Jack Frost Delights at Casa Mañana By: Angela Weaver Fort Worth is full of so many great options for entertainment. With so many exciting places to go and things to see, Casa Mañana is always at the top of our list of mother-son date nights. With a week off school for Thanksgiving, my boys and… Read more »