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Passing Through

Jul 26 – Aug 25, 2019 / The Terris Theatre - 33 N Main Street, Chester, CT 06412 view map

Set amidst the rich sounds and diverse tapestry of the American landscape, Passing Through tells the incredible true story of a young man who journeys on foot from Pennsylvania to California, collecting stories as he goes. But when his trek brings to light an unresolved family crisis, he must use the lessons he’s gathered to finally confront his past. Don’t miss the musical that celebrates America and the power of what can happen when we open ourselves up to a stranger.

Writers' Notes 
Audience Guide (Click to download the printable version)
Read the Program

Listen to Andrew Forsthoefel's original story on NPR's This American Life

Watch the Writers' vlog on BroadwayWorld TV!

Music and Lyrics by

Brett Ryback

Book by

Eric Ulloa

Based on the Memoir "Walking to Listen" by

Andrew Forsthoefel

Scenic Design by

Adam Koch

Costume Design by

Tracy Christensen

Lighting Design by

Cory Pattak

Sound Design by

Jay Hilton

Casting by

Paul Hardt, Stewart/Whitley Casting

Orchestrations by

August Eriksmoen

Music Direction by

Matt Meckes

Choreographed by

Marcos Santana

Directed by

Igor Goldin

Dates

Jul 26 – Aug 25, 2019

Theatre

The Terris Theatre

Videos

PASSING THROUGH A New Musical at Goodspeed's Terris Theatre

Goodspeed Musicals' PASSING THROUGH - What's It All About?

Photos

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Joan Almedilla

Joan Almedilla

Ensemble/Woman 3

Reed Armstrong

Reed Armstrong

Ensemble/Man 3

Max Chernin

Max Chernin

Andrew

Ryan Duncan

Ryan Duncan

Uncle Charles

Linedy Genao

Linedy Genao

Ensemble/Woman 2

Charles Gray

Charles Gray

Ensemble/Man 1

Garrett Long

Garrett Long

Andrew’s Mom

Mary Jo Mecca

Mary Jo Mecca

Ensemble/Woman 1

Celeste Rose

Celeste Rose

Karie

Jim Stanek

Jim Stanek

The Old Man

Jennifer Leigh Warren

Jennifer Leigh Warren

Professor/Miss Emma