Dexter’s Encore Musical Theatre Company presents “Fun Home” Sept 12-Oct. 13
The Encore Musical Theatre Company proudly presents Fun Home, running Sept. 12 through Oct. 13, 2019.
Fun Homeis directed by Vincent J. Cardinal, choreographed by , and music directed by Tyler Driskill.
Fun Home is a musical based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel, with music by Jeanine Tesori, and book and lyrics by Lisa Kron.
As successful cartoonist, Alison Bechdel, works on her upcoming memoir she takes the audience on a journey through two important phases of her life. We find her as a child, struggling to relate to her closeted father, and searching for answers to complex questions. As a budding college student Alison begins to acknowledge her sexuality upon meeting the out-and-proud Joan.
The story follows Small, Medium, and present-day Alison as their journeys weave into an unforgettable, universal story of love, acceptance, grief, and family.
Featuring iconic songs like, “Changing My Major,” “Ring of Keys,” and “Telephone Wire,” you don’t want to miss this ground-breaking story in our intimate setting this autumn.
The Encore’s production stars Sarah B. Stevens (Alison), Grace Allyn (Medium Alison), Joely Englebert (Small Alison), Dan Cooney (Bruce Bechdel), Laura Etnier-Austin (Helen Bechdel), Tyler J. Messinger (Roy/Pete/etc.), Emmanuel Morgan (Christian), Gavin Cooney (John), and Monica Spencer (Joan).
FACT SHEET
What: FUN HOME
When: September 12th through October 13th, 2019
Venue: The Encore Musical Theatre Company, 3126 Broad St, Dexter MI 48130
Fun Home officially opens Friday, September 13th, 2019 at 7:30pm with a performance followed by an opening night
reception. Tickets: Adults – $36, Seniors – $34, Groups of 10 or Children Under 17 – $32
TO PURCHASE TICKETS
You can call (734-268-6200) or come into our box office (3126 Broad St, Dexter MI 48130), as well as purchase on our
website: http://www.theencoretheatre.org
CAST
Alison: Sarah B. Stevens
Medium Alison: Grace Allyn
Small Alison: Joely Engelbert
Bruce Bechdel: Dan Cooney
Helen Bechdel: Laura Etnier-Austin
Roy/Pete/etc: Tyler J. Messinger
Christian: Emmanuel Morgan
John: Gavin Cooney
Joan: Monica Spencer
CREATIVE
Director: Vincent J. Cardinal
Music Director: Tyler Driskill
Choreographer: Reilly Conlon
Scenic Designer: Sarah Tanner
Lighting Designer: Rob Perry
Sound Designer: Will Myers
Costume Designer: Sharon Urick
Properties Designer: Anne Donevan
PERFORMANCES
Thursday, September 12 at 7:30pm
Friday, September 13 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 14 at 2:00pm
Saturday, September 14 at 7:30pm
Sunday, September 14 at 2:00pm
Thursday, September 19 at 7:30pm
Friday, September 20 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 21 at 2:00pm
Saturday, September 21 at 7:30pm
Sunday, September 22 at 2:00pm
Thursday, September 26 at 7:30pm
Friday, September 27 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 28 at 2:00pm
Saturday, September 28 at 7:30pm
Sunday, September 29 at 2:00pm
Thursday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Friday, October 4 at 7:30pm
Saturday, October 5 at 2:00pm
Saturday, October 5 at 7:30pm
Sunday, October 6 at 2:00pm
Thursday, October 10 at 7:30pm
Friday, October 11 at 7:30pm
Saturday, October 12 at 2:00pm
Saturday, October 12 at 7:30pm
Sunday, October 13 at 2:00pm
