The Mac-Haydn Theatre presents “All Shook Up,” a musical homage to Elvis Presley’s timeless songs and the pursuit of dreams. Loosely inspired by Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”, audiences are invited to immerse themselves in a hip-swiveling, lip-curling extravaganza from August 1 through August 11.
Director David Alpert and Choreographer Andrew Turteltaub are making their Mac-Haydn debuts. Alpert currently serves as Creative Director for Tony Award winner Idina Menzel on her North American tour, “Take Me or Leave Me.” His prior Broadway credits include Associate Directing “If/Then,” “The Trip to Bountiful,” and assisting on the revival of “Guys and Dolls.” Under the musical direction of Matt Levinstein, Elvis Presley’s greatest hits, such as “Hound Dog,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “All Shook Up,” and “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” will come to life for the two-week run.
The cast features new talent with Mac-Haydn debuts Spencer Stanley as Chad, Katherine Pound as Mayor Matilda Hyde, and Jack Iovanella in the ensemble.
Reprising their roles from over a decade ago, Ashley D. Kelley returns as Sylvia and Gabe Belyeu as Jim Haller, highlighting their enduring talent and deep connection to the Mac-Haydn Theatre. Kelley has since made her Broadway debut in “Shucked.” Also returning are Cydney Gleckner, acclaimed for her recent portrayal of Sister Mary Robert in “Sister Act,” in the role of Natalie, alongside Jacob Atkins as Dennis and Rachel Pantazis as Miss Sandra, recognized for their performances in “Jersey Boys” and “Xanadu, respectively.”
The production features scenic design by Alivia Cross, lighting design by Andrew Gmoser, costume design by Dan Hewson, sound design by Sean McGinley, hair and makeup by Emily Allen, and props design by Clay Cates.
For tickets and information, please visit www.machaydntheatre.org or call the box office at (518) 392-9292.
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About the Mac-Haydn Theatre
Founded in 1969, the Mac-Haydn Theatre strives to present innovative, diverse and professional musical theatre productions to the residents of Columbia County and beyond. We aim to cultivate young talent for careers in theatre and seek to provide a supportive environment for the creation of new musical theatre works.