Actor Jim Stanek to star in The Rev Theater Company’s production of “Barnum”
AUBURN, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Best known for “Bella” (2006), “Brooklyn Sonnet” (2000), and “Law & Order” (1990), as well as a former Broadway star, actor Jim Stanek will take part in the REV Theater Company’s new production of the circus musical, “Barnum.”
The full cast was announced for the upcoming production, which will be the second show of The REV Theatre Company’s 2025 season.
“Barnum” will be showing July 9 through July 26 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Auburn, N.Y. You can purchase tickets here or call The REV’s box office at 315-255-1785.
Full cast
Jim Stanek will play the role of P.T. Barnum, the showman turned politician turned circus impresario. Stanek has appeared in no less than nine Broadway musicals and steps into Barnum’s shoes for his REV debut. “Barnum” also features Kelly McCormick as Charity Barnum and Chrissy Albanese as Jenny Lind.
The ensemble features Lauren Emily Alagna, Alicia Albright, Gabriel Bommarito, Sawyer Coffin, Claudia Cooper, Andrew Fleming, Trey Harrington, Sophia Hillman, Scotty Jacobson, Karma Jenkins, Mason Derreck Lewis, Mitchell Lewis, Crystal Sha’nae, Katie Scarlett Swaney, and Carlita Vinciguerra.
Director
The show will be directed by the REV’s Producing Artistic Director, Brett Smock. “To undertake ‘Barnum’ is no small feat — and we’re excited to create a new production for our audiences this summer. In addition to a thrilling cast and creative team, The REV will partner with Ithaca-based Circus Culture to advise and create special circus features specifically for this production. ‘Barnum’ is the perfect blend of great songs, light-hearted storytelling, stylized staging, and thrilling circus influences to create a unique theatrical experience,” said Brett.
Choreographer
Ryan VanDenBoom will be the choreographer of the show. He is an MGR alum (“Kiss Me Kate” and “Altar Boyz”) who is currently performing in the Michael Jackson musical, “MJ,” on Broadway.
Musical Directors
Music Direction is led by Dan Mullarney, and the Assistant Music Director is Ben Kapilow.
With music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Michael Stewart, and a book by Mark Bramble, “Barnum” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.
Additionally, Amy Cohen of Circus Culture is the production’s Circus Coordinator.
Additional members of the “Barnum” creative team include: Scenic Designer Milo Bue, Lighting Designer Dan Ozminkowski, Sound Designer Kyle Jensen, resident Costume Designer Tiffany Howard, Hair & Makeup Designer Mary Tyler, and resident Props Designer Marshall Pope. The Production Stage Manager is Nick Alteri, with Assistant Stage Managers Terysa Malootian and Callista Veaughn. The Casting Director for The REV’s 2025 season is Megan Larche Dominick, CSA.
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