News Summary
The Coronado School of the Arts captivates audiences with its powerful production of ‘Cabaret,’ showcasing an exceptional cast and thought-provoking themes. Directed by Barbara Wolf, the show featured stand-out performances, including Angela Ahern as Emcee and Madison Hansmeyer as Sally Bowles. The musical’s exploration of love and acceptance in pre-World War II Berlin received critical acclaim, with Bruno Dominguez winning ‘Best Actor’ at the Broadway San Diego Awards. The production highlighted the dedication and talent within the Coronado community.
Coronado School of the Arts Presents Acclaimed Production of “Cabaret”
The Coronado School of the Arts (CoSA) has successfully staged the musical “Cabaret”, captivating audiences with its powerful performances and timely themes during its run from April 25-27 and May 2-3 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center. Directed by Barbara Wolf, this musical showcases an exceptional cast who brought the stories of pre-World War II Berlin to life.
Recognized for its artistic excellence, the production features a diverse cast including Angela Ahern in the role of the Emcee, who impressed audiences with her use of a German accent and singing in French. Madison Hansmeyer portrayed Sally Bowles, delivering standout solo performances. Other notable cast members included Josh Concepcion as Cliff Bradshaw, acclaimed for his emotional depth, Hannah Bosworth and Jacob McKaney as the comedic and tragic duo Fraulein Schneider and Herr Schultz, and Alana Schick as Fraulein Kost, who brought comic relief to the narrative. Spencer Gerber filled the role of Ernst Ludwig, adding complexity to the storyline through his character’s hidden agendas.
The ensemble cast also included JD Dumas as the musical director, whose contributions were pivotal to the production’s success, particularly noted in the performance of Halley Pace in “Tomorrow Belongs to Me.” The dance choreography, crafted by Gina Sorensen and Tiffany Bouchard, garnered praise, resulting in enthusiastic applause from the audience.
“Cabaret” explores intricate themes of love and acceptance against the backdrop of increasing antisemitism, making it particularly resonant with contemporary societal issues. This relevance has contributed to the show’s acclaim, with the production being recognized as one of the top five musicals of the season by Broadway San Diego.
In terms of recognition, Bruno Dominguez, who played the Emcee, was awarded “Best Actor” at the 2025 Broadway San Diego Awards, enabling him to represent CoSA at the prestigious Jimmy Awards in New York City. Additionally, Katie Moreno, who played Sally Bowles, received a nomination for “Best Actress” at the same awards ceremony.
Tickets for the production were available online at cabaretcosa.eventbrite.com and at the venue’s door, allowing eager attendees to enjoy this exceptional artistic presentation.
As CoSA continues to set a high standard in musical theatre, the stellar performances and the urgent themes presented in “Cabaret” exemplify the dedication and talent within the Coronado community.
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- Coronado Times: Cabaret Musical Explores Thematic Depth
- Coronado News: CoSA Presents Cabaret
- Coronado Times: CoSA’s Cabaret Named Top Five Musical
- Wikipedia: Cabaret (Musical)
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