Studio Tenn and Tennessee Performinig Arts Center's will present Evita this September (9-18), starring Broadway diva Eden Espinosa in the title role, Anthony Crivello as Juan Peron and Ben Crawford as Che.
Evita tells the unforgettable life story of Eva Perón: activist, suffragist, and venerated celebrity. Perón captivated a nation as Argentina's First Lady, and inspired others with her dedication to helping the poor. The international musical sensation Evita chronicles her life and work, from her humble beginnings in the rural lowlands of South America through her ascent to fame, fortune, and untimely death.
Adding to the cast, René Millán as Magaldi, Mia Rose Lynne as The Mistress, Laura Matula, Erica Haines, Shelean Newman(who played the role of The Mistress in Tennessee Repertory Theatre's 1989 production), Nan Gurley, Neal Buckley, Bradley Gale, Tony Nappo, Andrew Morstein and Galen Fott. The dance ensemble includes Anna Claire, Caleb Marshall, Lauri Gregoire, Billy Ditty, Abby Docherty, Arik Vega, Delaney Gold, Kyle Caress, Lexie McEntire and Quintan Craig. Students from Belmont University also will have opportunities to participate as ensemble members.
Below, go inside rehearsals with the cast!
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