Discerning audiences won’t want to miss this year’s Jewish Community Center of Dallas’ (The J’s) spring production of Guys and Dolls, Jr. Two casts and two directors equal two versions of this Tony-award winning musical comedy. Senior cast director Linda Leonard and junior cast director Joe Trifiletti, along with musical director Cherish Robinson, guide the performances of 58 youth cast members ranging in age from seven to 15. Performances run March 19, 22, 26 and 29 in the Zale Auditorium at The J, 7900 Northaven Rd. in Dallas. Tickets are $18 for adults and $12 for children/seniors and can be purchased online or by calling (214) 739-2737.
“The J’s Performing Arts Space is committed to providing quality family-friendly theater performances for the community,” said Alise Robinson, manager of The J Performing Arts Program. “We also offer youth actors the opportunity to create lifelong skills such as public speaking, leadership, confidence, teamwork and a love of theater. It doesn't get more rewarding than that.”
Originally written by Frank Loessar, The J’s performance of Guys and Dolls, Jr. features the recognizable Broadway hits “Luck Be a Lady,” “A Bushel and a Peck” and “I’ve Never Been in Love Before.”
Senior Cast
Senior cast, with performances on Thursday March 26 at 7 p.m. and Sunday March 29 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., is comprised of: Isabella Acosta, Jessica Aftergut, Alexandra Androvett, Daniela Appel, Alison Asher, Taylor Baxter, Claire Borman, Allison Daniels, Lindsey Duffin, Molly Fagelman, Ilanna Feldman, Ariane Golden, Annie Hurley, Bradley Jones, Alex Karpeles, Jacob Kaplan, Sammy Levinson, Kayla Rutner, Mara Sandberg, Josh Sedacca, Ava Stern, Hallie Sternblitz, Jessica Strauss, Carmel Troen, Isabella Watters, Molly Zimmerman.
Junior Cast
Junior cast, with performances Thursday, March 19 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 22 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., is comprised of: Jada Anderson, Ayla Blumberg, Margot Bason, Brody Bundis, Mercer Bundis, Nola Carroll, Jordan Clark, Kenzie Clark, Mackenzie Colby, Haley Coleman, Maggie Coleman, Susie Fagelman, Lindsey Fetter, Autumn Glover, John Glover, Rivers Glover, Paige Glowacki, Olivia Goin, Lainey Gutow, Izzie Haymann, Lyla Lively, Elliot McEachern, Zoe McGee, Avery Murphy, Vijay Naidu, Victoria Pereira, Sarina Rutner, Jacob Sanders, Sarah Schussler, Emma Stephens, Hayden Watros, Julianna Watters.
ABOUT THE J
The Aaron Family Jewish Community Center of Dallas (The J) is part of an extended family, a home away from home − providing programs and services for all ages and stages of life. Within its walls or around the world, The J’s members gather together to meet, play, learn, celebrate, and be part of the community. Everyone, regardless of age, race, religious affiliation, or any other protected status, is welcome. The Aaron Family Jewish Community Center is located at 7900 Northaven Road in Dallas. For more information, please visit www.jccdallas.org or call (214) 739-2737.