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Stephen Brotebeck

Birth Place: San Diego

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Broadway: Peter and the Starcatcher (Movement Associate), Ghost, The Musical. As a director Mr. Brotebeck has helmed the Off and Off-Off Broadway productions of The Shark Play, Breaking The Shakespeare Code, St. Francis (NY Fringe – Excellence in Directing Award), The Maltese Walter, Greasemonkey and Scenes from a Balcony. Kennedy Center: Spring Gala (Director), My Fair Lady, Camelot and Children Of Eden (Associate Director/Choreographer). Additional credits as a director/choreographer include Lesser Known Loesser, New Musical Voices at The Old Globe; Peter and the Starcatcher, Monty Python’s Spamalot, And The World Goes ‘Round, and I Love A Piano at Farmers Alley Theatre; And The World Goes ‘Round, The Spitfire Grill at Okoboji Summer Theatre; Looking For Roberto Clemente at Imagination Stage; American Songbook Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by Michael Feinstein. TV: WPSU Music Theatre Spotlight. BFA, Western Michigan University. MFA, Penn State. Stephen is an Assistant Professor in the MFA Musical Theatre program at San Diego State University. SDC member. www.stephenbrotebeck.com

STAGE CREDITS

[East Haddam, CT (Regional)]
Goodspeed Revival, 2006
Ensemble


News


Feature: The Shows of 2024 I Just Can't Stop Thinking About
by ErinMarie Reiter - Dec 29, 2024

As this year draws to a close and the new theatrical experiences of 2025 are just about to begin, I am looking back at the shows of 2024 that have continued to capture my imagination.
Review: MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET at Diversionary
by ErinMarie Reiter - Nov 6, 2024

Midnight at the Never Get is an intimate show that offers a wonderful musical experience and an entertaining and emotional look at how love, social justice, ambition, and some torch songs can create a life—but can they create a happily ever after?
MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET Comes to Diversionary Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2024

Diversionary Theatre has announced the West Coast premiere of Midnight at The Never Get, with book, lyrics, and music by Mark Sonnenblick, conceived by Sam Bolen, Max Friedman, & Mark Sonnenblick, and directed by Stephen Brotebeck.
TL;DR: THELMA LOUISE; DYKE REMIX to Release Original Cast Recording This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

Following a run at Diversionary Theatre in San Diego, the award-winning musical TL;DR: THELMA LOUISE; DYKE REMIX will release an Original Cast Recording. Learn more about the show and see how to stream!
Diversionary Theatre Opens Season With MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

 Diversionary Theatre has announced the West Coast premiere of Midnight at The Never Get, with book, lyrics, and music by Mark Sonnenblick, conceived by Sam Bolen, Max Friedman, & Mark Sonnenblick, and directed by Stephen Brotebeck. 
SDSU New Musical Theatre Initiative Selects TOMORROW, THE ISLAND DIES For Full Production
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

Out of a record 308 submissions, the San Diego State University New Musical Initiative has chosen Tomorrow, the Island Dies as this year's selection. Writer Ryan Scott Oliver will join with director Stephen Brotebeck, music director Robert Meffe and the SDSU MFA Musical Theatre cohort for a two-year development process culminating in a full production in the spring of 2026.
Diversionary Theatre Reveals New Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024

 Starting June 15, 2024, Diversionary Theatre has announced the selection of  Sherri Eden Barber as the new Artistic Director. Barber will fill the position left open by the departure of Matt M. Morrow in June of 2023.
Diversionary Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2024

Diversionary Theatre has announced its 39th (2024-2025) season, which will feature a line up of premieres that will continue to honor the theatre's legacy of bringing LGBTQIA+ audiences new and exciting stories for, by, and about the community.
San Diego State University to Present World Premiere of IN A SUNSHINE STATE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2024

In a Sunshine State, the newest production in SDSU’s New Musical Initiative will have its world premiere at the Main Stage Theatre at San Diego State University. 
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW San Diego Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW San Diego Awards; PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, ZACH, Ovation Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards December 5th Standings; PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards; SUMO Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards; PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Cast & Creative Team Set For THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Diversionary Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2023

Diversionary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its production of The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams, directed by Lisa Berger.  The Glass Menagerie will run November 30 through December 23 on Diversionary Theatre's mainstage at their home in University Heights.
Diversionary Theatre Reveals Cast and Creatives For DRAGON MAMA
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2023

Diversionary Theatre announces the cast and creative team for its production of Dragon Mama by Sara Porkalob, directed by Andrew Russell.  Dragon Mama will run September 14 through October 8 on Diversionary Theatre’s mainstage at their home in University Heights.  
Diversionary Theatre Reveals New Staff in Leadership Positions
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2023

Diversionary Theatre has announced that Stephen Brotebeck will be serving as Interim Artistic Director while a national search is conducted for Diversionary’s next Artistic Director after former Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow took on a new role of Artistic Director of Walnut Creek’s Center Rep. 
Diversionary Theatre Extends HEAD OVER HEELS By One Week
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2023

Diversionary Theatre has announced a one-week extension due to popular demand of its San Diego premiere of Head Over Heels, a musical based upon “The Arcadia” by Sir Philip Sidney, with songs by the iconic 80’s all-girl rock band, The Go-Go’s.
Review: HEAD OVER HEELS at Diversionary Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - Jun 5, 2023

HEAD OVER HEELS now playing at Diversionary Theatre is a zippy, pop culture, pop song, technicolor crowd pleaser celebrating the music of the Go-Go’s.  HEAD OVER HEELS is playing through June 18th.
Diversionary Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team For HEAD OVER HEELS
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2023

Diversionary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its San Diego-premiere of Head Over Heels, a musical based upon “The Arcadia” by Sir Philip Sidney, with songs by the iconic 80's all-girl rock band, The Go-Go's. 

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