Cygnet Theatre Announces The Cast And Creative Team Of Evita
The Tony Award-Winning Musical Based on the Life of Eva Perón
Performances run August 9 – September 24, 2023
SAN DIEGO, CA – Cygnet Theatre is pleased to announce the cast and creative team of Evita with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. This Tony Award-winning musical is directed by Sean Murray and runs August 9 – September 24 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town. Opening Night for media is Saturday, August 12 at 7:00 PM. Tickets and information are available at CygnetTheatre.com.
Based on true events, Evita tells the story of Eva Perón’s rags-to-riches life as she goes from poor provincial child to First Lady of Argentina. A champion of the working-class descamisados, she uses popularity and politics to serve her people – and herself. Both a beloved and controversial (and even hated) figure, Eva’s influence has left a lasting legacy on an entire country. Featuring some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs, including “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina, ” this musical masterpiece won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score. The 1996 film adaptation was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning for Best Original Song.
“I’ve been obsessed with this musical since 1977 when I first saw it in previews with the original cast, ” said Murray. “It’s incredible to think about how the intimacy of what happens in personal relationships can have an impact on an entire nation. The fascinating thing about this story is that Eva Peron’s hold on Argentina exists to this very day. I can’t wait to share Evita and it’s extraordinary music with Cygnet audiences.”
The titular role of Eva Perón is played by Ariella Kvashny. Berto Fernandez plays her husband Juan Perón and AJ Mendoza steps into the role the charismatic narrator Ché. The rest of the ensemble cast in alphabetical order includes Susana Cafasso Alvarado, Augusto Guardado, Justin Lunsford, Matthew Malecki (Magaldi/Ensemble/Che Cover), Daisy Martinez, Sebastian Montenegro, Vanessa Orozco (Mistress/Ensemble), Brian Osuna, Liliana Rodriguez, Tamara Sofia Rodriguez Mehl-Mchugh, Matthew Ryan, Jazz Ruiz, and Lucy Santos (Young Girl/Ensemble).
The swings are Domo D’dante and Natalia Hill. The covers are Julia Celano (Eva) and Matthew Malecki Martinez (Ché).
In addition to direction by Sean Murray, the creative team for Cygnet’s production of Evita includes music direction by Patrick Marion, choreography by Carlos Mendoza, scenic design by Mathys Herbert, lighting design by Amanda Zieve, projection design by Blake McCarty, sound design by Evan Eason, props design by Heather Longfellow, costume design by Zoë Trautmann, wig and makeup design by Peter Herman, and stage management by Craig Campbell.
Tickets for Evita are on sale now and may be purchased in person at the box office located at 4040 Twiggs Street in San Diego Old Town Historic State Park, by calling 619-337-1525, or by visiting cygnettheatre.com. Regular ticket prices start at $32.
Cygnet Theatre Company produces a year-round season of professional Off-Broadway-style theatre as well as thought-provoking and engaging educational programming. Cygnet is committed to maintaining high standards of artistic and fiscal integrity, and serves more than 40,000 patrons annually from San Diego and beyond. Cygnet performs its mainstage productions at the state-of-the-art theatre in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. An active member of the San Diego community, Cygnet has outreach programs serving tens of thousands of students and community members annually. For more information, visit www.cygnettheatre.com.
EVITA FACT SHEET
WHAT:
Cygnet Theatre presents Evita with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice
WHERE:
Cygnet Theatre
4040 Twiggs St. in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
WHO:
Director: Sean Murray
Music Director: Patrick Marion°Choreographer: Carlos Mendoza
Scenic Designer: Mathys Herbert
Costume Designer: Zoë Trautmann
Projection Designer: Blake McCarty
Lighting Designer: Amanda Zieve
Sound Designer: Evan Eason
Props Designer: Heather Longfellow
Wig and Makeup Designer: Peter Herman
Stage Manager: Craig Campbell*°
CAST:
Susana Cafasso Alvarado: Ensemble
Julia Celano: Eva Cover
Domo D’dante: Swing
Berto Fernandez: Juan Perón
Augusto Guardado*: Ensemble
Natalia Hill: Swing
Ariella Kvashny: Eva Perón
Justin Lunsford: Ensemble
Matthew Malecki Martinez*: Magaldi/Ensemble, Ché Cover
Daisy Martinez: Ensemble
AJ Mendoza: Ché
Sebastian Montenegro: Ensemble
Vanessa Orozco: Mistress/Ensemble
Brian Osuna: Ensemble
Liliana Rodriguez: Ensemble
Tamara Sofia Rodriquez Mehl-Mchugh: Ensemble
Mathew Ryan: Ensemble
Jazz Ruiz: Ensemble
Lucy Santos: Young Girl/Ensemble
*Member of Actors Equity Association,
°Resident Artist
DATES:
Previews begin: Wednesday, August 9, 7:00 PM
Press Opening: Saturday, August 12, 7:00 PM
Closes: Sunday, September 24, 2:00 PM
Showtimes:
Wednesday – Saturday at 7:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 PM
PRICE:
Prices start at $37 with discounts for preview performances, student and military.
HOW:
Phone: (619) 337-1525
Online: www.cygnettheatre.com
In Person: Cygnet Theatre – 4040 Twiggs St., San Diego, CA 92110
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