The limited engagement began previews Nov. 27 and runs through Dec. 19. Another production of the same property is scheduled to open at in September 2016 before a potential Broadway transfer. The show tells the story of Garland's childhood up to the time she is cast as Dorothy in the film classic "The Wizard of Oz."
In addition to Rakos, who plays the central role of Frances Gumm, the girl who grows up to be Judy Garland, other principal roles are played by (叠谤辞补诲飞补测鈥檚 , , , Les Miserables), (叠谤辞补诲飞补测鈥檚 ), Wendi Bergamini, (叠谤辞补诲飞补测鈥檚 A Gentleman鈥檚 Guide to Love and Murder, Wicked), (叠谤辞补诲飞补测鈥檚 , 鈥� How the Grinch Stole Christmas) and Kevin B. McGlynn.
Here is a clip from the show. This is the scene in which Garland (Rakos) is chosen to play Dorothy. She performs "Got a New Pair of Shoes" with the ensemble:
Local youngsters are engaged to play the child roles. Featured roles include Kyra Hewitt as Baby Gumm, Nicole Johanson as and Claire Griffin as Deanna Durbin. Rounding out the youth ensemble are Sophia Bradshaw, Anissa Gale-Patrizia Briggs, Harper Callahan, Brice Farris, Will Field, Keelie Jones, Camille Leah, Clarke MacDonald, Louise Martin, Ezekiel Mercado, Clancy Penny, Caroline Quinn, Jamie Riedy, Alisha Richardson, Hadin Robertson, Chris Saucedo, Ariana Schuler and Georgia Kay Wise.
The adult ensemble features Zach Berger, Katie Drinkard, Preston Dyar, Dan Higgins, Maddy Kinsella, Andrea Laxton, Katie LeMark, Sarah Primmer, Jack Sipple, Scott Treadway, Alexandria Van Paris, Davis Wayne and Zach Williams.
Chasing Rainbows: The Road to Oz has a book by () and is directed and choreographed by . It is being produced by the New York-based Tina Marie Casamento Libby, with executive producer Nicole Kastrinos of Red Awning, and general management by 321 Theatrical Management.
The show uses 1930s music from the EMI/Feist Robbins catalog. Musical arrangements are by David Libby, with additional music by David Libby, and additional lyrics by Casamento/Acito/Libby.
Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased by calling the Playhouse box office at (828) 693-0731, toll-free at (866) 732-8008 or online at . The Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage is located at 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC.
