Cast Set for  Rubicon Theatre Company's WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE? Concert

Rubicon Theatre Company is pleased to announce the complete cast of WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE?, part of the second year of the annual Janet and Mark L. Goldenson Broadway Musical Concert Series. Celebrating the music of George and Ira Gershwin, one of the most significant and popular American songwriting teams of all time, WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE? is presented for three performances only, Saturday, April 2 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, April 3 at 2:00 p.m.

WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE? will be helmed by L.A. Drama Critic's Circle and Ovation award-winning director Richard Israel(whose directing credits include Floyd Collins for La Mirada which won Ovation Awards for Best Direction and Best Musical), 110 in the Shade(Ovation Award for Best Musical- Intimate Theatre and Ovation Nomination for Best Direction), Avenue Q, Kiss Me Kate, and Once Upon a Mattress. The cast features Lindsey Alley (Hollywood Arms on Broadway, Ovation Nomination for Legally Blonde and Having It All, and seven seasons on "The Mickey Mouse Club"); Matthew Bohrer (World Premiere of Marjorie Prime at Mark Taper Forum and The Sunshine Boys with Judd Hirsch and Danny DeVito); Kim Huber (Belle in Disney's Beauty and the Beast on Broadway and National Tour, Ovation Award nomination for Having It All); Rebecca Ann Johnson (Little Miss Scrooge at Rubicon, Singin' in the Rain at Musical Theatre West); Damon Kirsche (American Showstoppers: An Evening with Cole Porter and A Little Night Music at South Coast Rep); and Mark Edgar Stephens (National Tour of Sunset Boulevard, International Tour of A Chorus Line). The cast will sing timeless Gershwin classics such as "It Had to Be You," "S'Wonderful," "How Long Has This Been Going On?" "They Can't Take That Away," "Our Love is Here to Stay" and more -- 20 magnificent songs that represent the incredible diversity and wide appeal of the Gershwin catalogue. Musical Direction is by Jake Anthony, Resident Music Director at New Musicals, Inc.

Created by Richard Israel, this concert gives audiences the opportunity to experience the sophisticated genius of this dynamic brotherly duo, whose music remains just as popular and relevant today as it was when it was first written.

Richard Israel remarks, "George and Ira Gershwin's contributions to the American songbook are unparalleled. So many of the songs that are considered classic American standards came from the mind and heart of the Gershwin's, and we are lucky to be able to share these gorgeous and resonant works of art in Rubicon's intimate setting."

"These jewels will be juxtaposed with some rarely heard Gershwin songs, as well," continues Israel.

Casting Director and Concert Series Producer Stephanie Coltrin-Beyries says, "What is fascinating about the Gershwin brothers is their lasting influence and transcendence in a wide range of music genres. Their music has impacted several generations, and will continue to do so. Ira's lyrics provided profound insights into human nature. George's music is profoundly memorable and innovative. Together, they elevated American musical theatre and changed the music standards of their time."

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