Cygnet Theatre Announces the Cast and Creative Team of The SpongeBob Musical
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This Thrilling Undersea Adventure Features Original Songs by Aerosmith, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, The Flaming Lips, Sara Bareilles, Panic! At the Disco, David Bowie and more. Performances Begin June 10 SAN DIEGO, CA – (April 30, 2026) – Cygnet Theatre proudly presents the whimsical and vibrant hit, The SpongeBob Musical, directed by Katie Banville, with musical direction by Patrick Marion. The show will run from June 10 to July 12, 2026 and will be produced in The Joseph Clayes III Theater. Opening night for media is Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Pacific Time). Audiences will be invited to dive into the underwater world of Bikini Bottom. When disaster threatens their beloved home, SpongeBob and his quirky friends must band together to save the day. Packed with unforgettable songs by music legends and colorful characters, this high-energy, family-friendly musical celebrates friendship, optimism, and the power of community. It’s pure fun for audiences of all ages! The SpongeBob Musical offers a joyful reminder of resilience, teamwork, and hope in the face of adversity. This production brings Bikini Bottom to life with imaginative scenic design, bold costumes, and inventive puppetry that transform the stage into a dazzling underwater playground. “The SpongeBob Musical will delight audiences in all the ways they might expect: vibrant costumes, a playful immersive environment, high-energy physical comedy, rousing musical numbers,” says Banville. “But audiences may be surprised by the tender beating heart of the show and how directly it speaks to our humanity. The show’s message is simple but so relevant in this present moment: in the face of catastrophe and chaos, will we let our fear divide us or will we band together and courageously choose hope? Audiences of all ages will find something that tickles their funny bone and warms their heart on this epic journey.” The cast features Boston Antunez as Larry the Lobster/Ensemble, Cody Bianchi as Patchy the Pirate/Ensemble, Drew Bradford as Sheldon J. Plankton, Gerilyn Brault as Mrs. Puff, Marco Caro-Wilcox as Perch Perkins/Ensemble, Brittany Adriana Carrillo as Pearl, Berto Fernández as Patrick Star, Bailey Lee as SpongeBob Squarepants, Rebecca Murillo as Sandy Cheeks, Kürt Norby as Eugene H. Krabs, Emma Nossal as Karen the Computer, Andrew Oswald as Squidward Q. Tentacles, Lauren King Thompson as Mayor/Ensemble, Tori Waner as Old Man Jenkins/Ensemble, and Ensemble Members Abby DePuy and Audrey Deubig. Swings are, Melissa Glasgow and Christopher Lopez. The creative team includes Mathys Herbert, Scenic Design; Amanda Zieve, Lighting Design; Evan Eason, Sound Design; Zachary Elliott, Props and Puppet Design; Alyssa Junious, Associate Director/Associate Choreographer; Blake McCarty, Projection Design; Laura Zingle, Stage Manager; and Haley Baugher, Assistant Stage Manager. Costume Design by Kelan Yang and Peter Herman. Peter Herman will also act as Wig and Makeup Designer. Tickets for The SpongeBob Musical are on sale now and may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 619-337-1525, or by visiting CygnetTheatre.org. Cygnet Theatre is located at 2880 Roosevelt Road in Arts District Liberty Station. Regular ticket prices start at $54. About Cygnet Theatre Cygnet Theatre is one of Southern California’s premier professional theatre companies, now based at the state-of-the-art Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center, affectionately known as The Joan, in the heart of San Diego’s historic Arts District Liberty Station. Founded in 2003, Cygnet has built a reputation for bold, inventive productions and a commitment to both classic and contemporary works, presented with a distinctive Off-Broadway sensibility. Producing theatre year-round, Cygnet welcomes more than 50,000 audience members annually and is recognized for its artistic excellence, strong fiscal management, and deep community investment. Its robust education and outreach programs engage tens of thousands of students and residents each year, fostering meaningful access to the arts and cultivating the next generation of theater lovers. The Joan provides an exceptional patron experience with world-class acoustics, advanced production capabilities, and beautifully designed indoor and outdoor gathering spaces. ### |
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The SpongeBob Musical Fact Sheet WHAT: Original Songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, T.I. and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny & Andy Paley Additional Lyrics by Jonathan Coulton. Additional Music by Tom Kitt. WHERE: WHO: CAST: * Indicates Member of Actors Equity Association DATES: PRICE: The SpongeBob Musical is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com. ©2023 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg. |
