Bring It On
Near West Theatre
Cleveland, OH (Gordon Square)
Community Theatre
Libretto by Jeff Whitty
Music by Tom Kitt & Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lyrics by Amanda Green & Lin-Manuel Miranda
Inspired by the Motion Picture Bring It On by Jessica Bendinger
Arrangements and Orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire & Tom Kitt
July 21 - August 6, 2023
Show Description:
Loosely based on the 2000 film of the same name written by Jessica Bendinger, Bring It On The Musical focuses on the competitive world of cheerleading. Campbell is cheerleading royalty at Truman High and her senior year should prove the best yet — she's been named captain of the squad! But, an unexpected redistricting has forced her to spend her final year of high school at the neighboring Jackson High School. Despite having the deck stacked against her, Campbell befriends the school's dance crew. Together with their headstrong and hardworking leader, Danielle, they form a powerhouse squad for the ultimate competition — the National Championships.
Featuring an original story by Tony Award winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), music and lyrics by Pulitzer- and Tony Award-winning composer, Lin-Manuel Miranda (In the Heights, Hamilton), music by Pulitzer- and Tony Award-winning composer, Tom Kitt (Next to Normal), lyrics by Broadway lyricist, Amanda Green (High Fidelity), Bring It On The Musical will take audiences on a high-flying journey that is filled with the complexities of friendship, jealousy, betrayal, and forgiveness. This hilarious, high-energy show, is certain to have you doing aerials and high V's in your seat!
Staff and Cast
Director: Kristy Cruz
Musical Director: Jordan Cooper
Cast:
Brooke Peterson - Campbell
Paris Bunch - Danielle
Blessing Gee - Nautica
Kareem Mchaourab - Randall
Bryce Cook - La Cienega
Owen Hill - Steven
Summer Hussain - Skylar
Michaela Snider - Kylar
Audrey Morrison - Eva
Cora Barcelona - Bridget
Colin Snider - Twig
Brian Currie - Cameron
Aneesah Ali - Cheer Ensemble
Chelsea Boyles - Cheer Ensemble
Zoe Frager - Cheer Ensemble
Elisa Gauntner - Cheer Ensemble
Chloe Hazelwood - Cheer Ensemble
Jackson Kenny - Cheer Ensemble
Meghan Krieger - Cheer Ensemble
Isabella Ramirez - Cheer Ensemble
Niya Robinson - Cheer Ensemble
Meghan Rogozinski - Cheer Ensemble
Mikey Szabo - Cheer Ensemble
McAllister Thomas - Cheer Ensemble
Jules Ziel - Cheer Ensemble
Gabrielle Abercrombie - Dance Ensemble
Krystina McMillon - Dance Ensemble
Tannayia Thomas - Dance Ensemble
Eva Calderon - Ensemble
Livy Douglas - Ensemble
Shaylee Frazier - Ensemble
Parker Good - Ensemble
Lily Mihelich - Ensemble
Kai Pennington - Ensemble
Mackenzie Thall - Ensemble
Showtimes:
7:30pm Thursday (8/3 only)
7:30pm Fridays
7:30pm Saturdays
2pm Sundays (No performance 7/23)
Runtime: 2h 10m (includes 10m intermission)
Health and Safety Guidelines
COVID-19 PROCEDURES AS OF JULY 1, 2022
Tickets are emailed to patrons to limit the buildup of traffic in our entryway. Tickets can be presented on a cellphone from a confirmation email or they can be printed at home. For patrons that cannot access either of these options, we will be able to look up your tickets at the Box Office.
Please have your tickets ready and on hand when arriving at the doors of the theatre. Patrons should arrive with their whole group, ready to be seated.
There is a 10-minute intermission for the audience to use the restrooms and head outside to the Sullivan Plaza for fresh air.
Near West Theatre will communicate updates via text messaging and emails. Please be sure to add info@nearwesttheatre.org to your email contacts to make sure you do not miss any important announcements.
MASKING
As of July 1, 2022, Near West Theatre is no longer requiring audience members to wear masks during performances on our mainstage. Masks are still highly recommended and we ask those that are unvaccinated to please mask while in our building. Cloth, surgical, and KN95 masks are all accepted. Surgical masks are available free of charge at the box office.
SEATING
The house will remain at full capacity. Reserved seating is available.
REFUNDS & RESCHEDULING
Anyone who has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, or is exhibiting symptoms or feeling ill, is asked to stay home. Arrangements can be made with Near West Theatre for an alternate date or refund.
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Near West Theatre has endured significant financial loss due to the cancellation of live performances since March of 2020. If able, you are invited to make an additional donation when you purchase your tickets to a show, or you can give here. Your support enables us to keep ticket pricing low for all members of our community.
Content Advisories
Bring It On is rated PG-13. The show contains some profanity.
Location:
Near West Theatre
6702 Detroit Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44102