The Android's New Soul:
A Sci-Fi Rock Musical written in the 1970s by a Teenage Girl
Created & Produced by Dana Cain * Directed by Jeff LaGreca
Book by Dana Cain & Jeff LaGreca * Lyrics by Dana Cain
Music by Dana Cain & Mark Putt
The Bug Theater
3654 Navajo St, Denver CO
September 6 - 15, 2024
A Sci-Fi Rock Musical written in the 1970s by a Teenage Girl
Created & Produced by Dana Cain * Directed by Jeff LaGreca
Book by Dana Cain & Jeff LaGreca * Lyrics by Dana Cain
Music by Dana Cain & Mark Putt
The Bug Theater
3654 Navajo St, Denver CO
September 6 - 15, 2024
Online Tickets are $20 - $25.
Tickets at the door are $30.
Online ticket sales for Opening Weekend have ended.
Online ticket sales for Final Weekend end Thursday, Sept. 12 t 11:59 pm.
Tickets at the door are $30.
Online ticket sales for Opening Weekend have ended.
Online ticket sales for Final Weekend end Thursday, Sept. 12 t 11:59 pm.
Experience the fun, the action, the laughs and the heartbreak, as a woman reprograms an android to be her boyfriend.
The Android's New Soul tells an unlikely love story of a woman scientist and a sexy android in a radiation-plagued, mutant-filled post-apocalyptic California. This sci-fi musical, written in the 1970s by a teenage girl (Dana Cain) has been expanded and modernized, while still maintaining the charm and unintentional humor of her teenage lyrics.
The Android's New Soul tells an unlikely love story of a woman scientist and a sexy android in a radiation-plagued, mutant-filled post-apocalyptic California. This sci-fi musical, written in the 1970s by a teenage girl (Dana Cain) has been expanded and modernized, while still maintaining the charm and unintentional humor of her teenage lyrics.
CAST
Suzanne Slade-LaGreca ... Dr. Stacy Starr
Suzanne Slade-LaGreca is thrilled to be bringing Stacy Starr to life on stage after being a part of the original concept album. Suzanne is originally from NYC and has performed since age 4 in commercials, film, and stage. Credits: TV-Law & Order, New Amsterdam, Black-ish. Tours- (Maureen) 'Rent'. Off Broadway- (Gino) 'A Day in Hollywood, A Night in the Ukraine'. Regional favs: (Molly)Peter and the Starcatcher, (The Witch) Into the Woods. Suzanne is also the co-founder of the children's show 'Simon & Simone' and has performed in a plethora of bands. Big love to Dana, Jeff, Mitch and to my Mum, Da and Pete for unconditional support.
Suzanne Slade-LaGreca is thrilled to be bringing Stacy Starr to life on stage after being a part of the original concept album. Suzanne is originally from NYC and has performed since age 4 in commercials, film, and stage. Credits: TV-Law & Order, New Amsterdam, Black-ish. Tours- (Maureen) 'Rent'. Off Broadway- (Gino) 'A Day in Hollywood, A Night in the Ukraine'. Regional favs: (Molly)Peter and the Starcatcher, (The Witch) Into the Woods. Suzanne is also the co-founder of the children's show 'Simon & Simone' and has performed in a plethora of bands. Big love to Dana, Jeff, Mitch and to my Mum, Da and Pete for unconditional support.
Matthew Combs .... KRS-24/Christopher
Matthew Combs is excited to be a part of this fantastic show! Originally from Rochester, NY, Matt has been seen on stages in Tennessee, Colorado, Missouri, and even Dominican Republic! Favorite past credits include: Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, American Idiot, Church & State (JCC CenterStage), Cry Baby, Godspell, The Rocky Horror Show (Roxy Regional Theatre), A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Cabaret (Breckenridge Backstage), The Legend of Georgia McBride (Vintage Theatre). Matt is also a scenic carpenter and spent time as the Roxy Regional Theatre’s Technical Director. Up next, you can catch him as Edgar Allen Poe in “Victorian Horrors” at the Molly Brown House Museum. “Be excellent to each other, and party on, dudes!”
Matthew Combs is excited to be a part of this fantastic show! Originally from Rochester, NY, Matt has been seen on stages in Tennessee, Colorado, Missouri, and even Dominican Republic! Favorite past credits include: Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, American Idiot, Church & State (JCC CenterStage), Cry Baby, Godspell, The Rocky Horror Show (Roxy Regional Theatre), A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Cabaret (Breckenridge Backstage), The Legend of Georgia McBride (Vintage Theatre). Matt is also a scenic carpenter and spent time as the Roxy Regional Theatre’s Technical Director. Up next, you can catch him as Edgar Allen Poe in “Victorian Horrors” at the Molly Brown House Museum. “Be excellent to each other, and party on, dudes!”
Solomon Abell ..... Allen, ensemble
Solomon Abell is thrilled to be joining SciFF and this amazing cast to bring you the world premiere of The Android's New Soul! In 2020, Solomon graduated from NYU Tisch with a BFA in Drama. Most recently you might have seen him as Juror #11 in Funky Little Theater's production of 12 Angry Men, or as Jeff in Loveland Opera Theatre's production of Brigadoon. Next, you'll be able to see him as Washington Irving in Funky Little Theater's one-man production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. "A big thank you to my family and friends for always being there for me, and, as always, another massive thank you to the many peers, teachers, and mentors I've been privileged enough to learn from along the way!" Enjoy the show!
Solomon Abell is thrilled to be joining SciFF and this amazing cast to bring you the world premiere of The Android's New Soul! In 2020, Solomon graduated from NYU Tisch with a BFA in Drama. Most recently you might have seen him as Juror #11 in Funky Little Theater's production of 12 Angry Men, or as Jeff in Loveland Opera Theatre's production of Brigadoon. Next, you'll be able to see him as Washington Irving in Funky Little Theater's one-man production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. "A big thank you to my family and friends for always being there for me, and, as always, another massive thank you to the many peers, teachers, and mentors I've been privileged enough to learn from along the way!" Enjoy the show!
Hayes Burton .... Sarge, Big Hazy, Squiddy, ensemble
Hayes Burton is thrilled to be a part of this world premiere nerdfest. When he’s not singing his buns off in a bunch of makeup he can be found rewarding his dog, Louise, with treats simply for existing, talking in weird voices with his mother, or making up excuses for why he isn’t going to the gym tomorrow, either. He endeavors to “be a joy to be around,” in the immortal words of Sasha Colby.
Hayes Burton is thrilled to be a part of this world premiere nerdfest. When he’s not singing his buns off in a bunch of makeup he can be found rewarding his dog, Louise, with treats simply for existing, talking in weird voices with his mother, or making up excuses for why he isn’t going to the gym tomorrow, either. He endeavors to “be a joy to be around,” in the immortal words of Sasha Colby.
Jay Greene .... KRN-9, ensemble
Jay Greene is a recent graduate with a degree in Dance and Anthropology from MSU. Passionate about movement and storytelling, Jay has been honing their craft through rigorous training in various dance styles, including, ballet, modern, and Afro-contemporary as well as Latin social dancing. And has been singing since there youth. With a fresh perspective and a drive to create, Jay aims to bring dynamic energy and emotion to every performance, bridging the gap between traditional and modern dance forms. They have been breaking into the Denver Theatre/Dance scene with flare. Their recent roles in Romeo And Juliet, Cymbeline, Mozarts Requiem with Cleo Parker Robinson and others! They are beyond excited to be bringing this new age story to life.
Jay Greene is a recent graduate with a degree in Dance and Anthropology from MSU. Passionate about movement and storytelling, Jay has been honing their craft through rigorous training in various dance styles, including, ballet, modern, and Afro-contemporary as well as Latin social dancing. And has been singing since there youth. With a fresh perspective and a drive to create, Jay aims to bring dynamic energy and emotion to every performance, bridging the gap between traditional and modern dance forms. They have been breaking into the Denver Theatre/Dance scene with flare. Their recent roles in Romeo And Juliet, Cymbeline, Mozarts Requiem with Cleo Parker Robinson and others! They are beyond excited to be bringing this new age story to life.
Eli Leon Harvey ... Cassie, ensemble
Eli Leon Harvey is a recent graduate from the University of Colorado Boulder, receiving their
Bachelor of Music in Musical Theater and recently returned from the Edinburgh Fringe festival
performing in the new work, Banned: The Musical. They are so excited to be performing with
this wonderful group of performers and with SciFF Musicals in their first production, The Android’s
New Soul. Eli’s favorite past roles have been a mime in Postcard from Morocco, Greta from
Antigone, Presented by the Girls of Ct. Catherine’s, both of which were staged at the University
of Colorado Boulder, and being in the Ensemble for Newsies at the ArtsHUB. They would like to thank their family and friends for their ongoing love and support, and hope you all enjoy the show!
Eli Leon Harvey is a recent graduate from the University of Colorado Boulder, receiving their
Bachelor of Music in Musical Theater and recently returned from the Edinburgh Fringe festival
performing in the new work, Banned: The Musical. They are so excited to be performing with
this wonderful group of performers and with SciFF Musicals in their first production, The Android’s
New Soul. Eli’s favorite past roles have been a mime in Postcard from Morocco, Greta from
Antigone, Presented by the Girls of Ct. Catherine’s, both of which were staged at the University
of Colorado Boulder, and being in the Ensemble for Newsies at the ArtsHUB. They would like to thank their family and friends for their ongoing love and support, and hope you all enjoy the show!
Andrew Hensel ... KRN-8, Pierre the Roach, ensemble
Andrew is thankful that you are here to watch this performance! A recent graduate of UNC, Andrew has been seen as Isidor Strauss in “Titanic: The Musical”, as Colonel Arbuthnot in “Murder on The Orient Express” and as Lucian Truscott III in “Stonewall” at the Benchmark Theatre. Andrew would like to thank his family and friends for supporting him and he hopes you enjoy the show!
Andrew is thankful that you are here to watch this performance! A recent graduate of UNC, Andrew has been seen as Isidor Strauss in “Titanic: The Musical”, as Colonel Arbuthnot in “Murder on The Orient Express” and as Lucian Truscott III in “Stonewall” at the Benchmark Theatre. Andrew would like to thank his family and friends for supporting him and he hopes you enjoy the show!
Addie Lee .... Battle Clone, Android Sister, Marie the Roach, ensemble
Addie Lee has been so honored and had such an amazing time putting on the very first production of The Androids New Soul! This is her first time performing since moving to Colorado in May and it has been so much fun. Her favorite animal is the beluga whale and some of her favorite roles she has played include Bridget (Bring it On) and Josephine (Big Fish). Addie hopes you enjoy the show as much as she does!
Addie Lee has been so honored and had such an amazing time putting on the very first production of The Androids New Soul! This is her first time performing since moving to Colorado in May and it has been so much fun. Her favorite animal is the beluga whale and some of her favorite roles she has played include Bridget (Bring it On) and Josephine (Big Fish). Addie hopes you enjoy the show as much as she does!
Cameron Leonard .... Battle Clone, ensemble
Cameron (Cam) Leonard (he/they) is beyond honored to help bring The Androids New Soul to life! He was last seen onstage in Next to Normal at Off Broadway Arts at Pine Street Church as part of the ensemble, Dr. Fine, and understudy for Henry. He wants to thank his family for their support in all his endeavors, and his best friends for unendingly hyping him up. Cam also extends heartfelt gratitude to Dana Cain and the entire production team for this incredible opportunity to create sweet, sweet art. He dedicates each of his performances to his brother, Mak Hopper-Morehead.
Cameron (Cam) Leonard (he/they) is beyond honored to help bring The Androids New Soul to life! He was last seen onstage in Next to Normal at Off Broadway Arts at Pine Street Church as part of the ensemble, Dr. Fine, and understudy for Henry. He wants to thank his family for their support in all his endeavors, and his best friends for unendingly hyping him up. Cam also extends heartfelt gratitude to Dana Cain and the entire production team for this incredible opportunity to create sweet, sweet art. He dedicates each of his performances to his brother, Mak Hopper-Morehead.
Zeah Loren ... Android Sister, Survivor Mom, ensemble
Zeah Loren, a local poet and teaching artist, is beyond thrilled to be a part of this WORLD PREMIERE! This process was so incredibly special and she wants to thank every single individual involved, especially the playwright, Dana Cain. Past performances include: The Queens Ball: A Bridgerton Experience, Bodies of Culture, Edmonds Stories, All Shook Up, Cadillac Crew, Untold Stories of Black Women, The Nacirema Society Requests The Honor of Your Presence at a Celebration of Their First One Hundred Years, and the regional premier of Raisin. Miss Loren would like to thank her family and ancestors for their endless love, support and patience. Instagram:@zeahloren Enjoy the show!!
Zeah Loren, a local poet and teaching artist, is beyond thrilled to be a part of this WORLD PREMIERE! This process was so incredibly special and she wants to thank every single individual involved, especially the playwright, Dana Cain. Past performances include: The Queens Ball: A Bridgerton Experience, Bodies of Culture, Edmonds Stories, All Shook Up, Cadillac Crew, Untold Stories of Black Women, The Nacirema Society Requests The Honor of Your Presence at a Celebration of Their First One Hundred Years, and the regional premier of Raisin. Miss Loren would like to thank her family and ancestors for their endless love, support and patience. Instagram:@zeahloren Enjoy the show!!
Enzo Rodriguez ... The Administrator, Battle Clone, ensemble
Dazzling audiences across diverse international stages, with their own special strain of feminine Latinx flavor and euphoric style with the energy to match. Known as Denver’s Drag and Burlesque Virtuoso, head producer at Haus of Benzo Productions, and a graduate of UMKC’s Theater Conservatory program. An International multi-disciplinary artist encapsuled all in one. This Denverite is Dripping in Non-Binary Finery and They are, The Sensual Seduction Themselves; Enzo Benzo!
Dazzling audiences across diverse international stages, with their own special strain of feminine Latinx flavor and euphoric style with the energy to match. Known as Denver’s Drag and Burlesque Virtuoso, head producer at Haus of Benzo Productions, and a graduate of UMKC’s Theater Conservatory program. An International multi-disciplinary artist encapsuled all in one. This Denverite is Dripping in Non-Binary Finery and They are, The Sensual Seduction Themselves; Enzo Benzo!
Savannah Vedovatti .... Hazard the Mutant Queen, Android Sister, ensemble
Savannah Vedovatti is thrilled to be a part of The Android's New Soul! Her most recent credits include My Angry Vagina in The Vagina Monologues (Theater Company of Lafayette), Johanna in Sweeney Todd, (StageDoor Theatre), and Ensemble/Diana u/s in Next to Normal (Off-Broadway Arts). She would like to extend confetti-filled thank yous to Dana, Jeff, and the rest of the crew for making this process unforgettably wonderful. Let's ROCK!
Savannah Vedovatti is thrilled to be a part of The Android's New Soul! Her most recent credits include My Angry Vagina in The Vagina Monologues (Theater Company of Lafayette), Johanna in Sweeney Todd, (StageDoor Theatre), and Ensemble/Diana u/s in Next to Normal (Off-Broadway Arts). She would like to extend confetti-filled thank yous to Dana, Jeff, and the rest of the crew for making this process unforgettably wonderful. Let's ROCK!
Rachael Lessard... Choreographer
Rachael is thrilled to be a part of this world premiere rock extravaganza! Rachael holds a BA in Theatrical Choreography from PLU. She is the Assistant Director of Magic Moments, Inc., the Choreographer and Drama Assistant at Arapahoe High School, and an ambassador for the Denver Actors Fund. She is also an Event Coordinator and Corporate Stage Manager. Some of Rachael’s recent theatrical endeavors include Mean Girls (AHS), Into the Woods (Ovation West), Reptile Logic (Wounded Cobra Productions), and Brigadoon (Loveland Opera Theatre). Favorite performance roles include Fritzie (Cabaret) and Dream Laurey (Oklahoma!). Rachael thanks Dana, Jeff, and Mitch for the opportunity; the cast for their awesome talent and energy; her family and friends for their unending support; and always…Danjel, Maggie, & Galen - xoxo.
Rachael is thrilled to be a part of this world premiere rock extravaganza! Rachael holds a BA in Theatrical Choreography from PLU. She is the Assistant Director of Magic Moments, Inc., the Choreographer and Drama Assistant at Arapahoe High School, and an ambassador for the Denver Actors Fund. She is also an Event Coordinator and Corporate Stage Manager. Some of Rachael’s recent theatrical endeavors include Mean Girls (AHS), Into the Woods (Ovation West), Reptile Logic (Wounded Cobra Productions), and Brigadoon (Loveland Opera Theatre). Favorite performance roles include Fritzie (Cabaret) and Dream Laurey (Oklahoma!). Rachael thanks Dana, Jeff, and Mitch for the opportunity; the cast for their awesome talent and energy; her family and friends for their unending support; and always…Danjel, Maggie, & Galen - xoxo.
Jeff LaGreca, Director
Jeff LaGreca brings an incredible resume of musical theater, sci-fi, comedy, TV and rock band experience to The Android’s New Soul, having worked as a writer, director, musician and producer in New York, Los Angeles and Denver. He’s written and staged several Off-Broadway productions, including the award winning Minimum Wage (with Lion King executive producer Ken Dennison). He’s currently adapting his latest book, The Pumpkin Kid, into a stage musical.
Production Coordinator: EVY O'DWYER ⚈ Stage Manager: JO GERLICK ⚈ Set & Props Design: MATT GRAFF & TIM LAGRECA ⚈ Sound Design: WAYNE KENNEDY ⚈ Lighting Design: BRIAN MILLER ⚈ Costume Design: NICOLE WATTS ⚈ Projection Design: BRIAN ESSIG-PEPPARD ⚈ Projection Tech: KEVIN SMITH ⚈ Lighting Operator: ELLIOT RICHTSMEIER ⚈ Sound Ass’t/Stage Crew: MAX LAGRECA ⚈ Set Construction Ass’t ANDREW HAMILTON ⚈ Wardrobe Assistant/Dresser: Jaclyn Bjornson ⚈ Poster Art: SCORPIO STEELE ⚈ Logo: CHARLIE LAGRECA ⚈ Film Crew: JOHN WILLIAMS and AAMURO KANDA ⚈ Lobby Décor: KARMEN FRANKLIN
Jeff LaGreca brings an incredible resume of musical theater, sci-fi, comedy, TV and rock band experience to The Android’s New Soul, having worked as a writer, director, musician and producer in New York, Los Angeles and Denver. He’s written and staged several Off-Broadway productions, including the award winning Minimum Wage (with Lion King executive producer Ken Dennison). He’s currently adapting his latest book, The Pumpkin Kid, into a stage musical.
Production Coordinator: EVY O'DWYER ⚈ Stage Manager: JO GERLICK ⚈ Set & Props Design: MATT GRAFF & TIM LAGRECA ⚈ Sound Design: WAYNE KENNEDY ⚈ Lighting Design: BRIAN MILLER ⚈ Costume Design: NICOLE WATTS ⚈ Projection Design: BRIAN ESSIG-PEPPARD ⚈ Projection Tech: KEVIN SMITH ⚈ Lighting Operator: ELLIOT RICHTSMEIER ⚈ Sound Ass’t/Stage Crew: MAX LAGRECA ⚈ Set Construction Ass’t ANDREW HAMILTON ⚈ Wardrobe Assistant/Dresser: Jaclyn Bjornson ⚈ Poster Art: SCORPIO STEELE ⚈ Logo: CHARLIE LAGRECA ⚈ Film Crew: JOHN WILLIAMS and AAMURO KANDA ⚈ Lobby Décor: KARMEN FRANKLIN
MUSICAL NUMBERS
ACT 1:
INTERMISSION
ACT 2:
Mitch Samu, Music Director
Based in New York, Mitch has more than 300 credits as Music Director. Some of his Broadway credits include Saturday Night Fever, The Lion King, and The Little Shop of Horrors.
Asst. Musical Directors: BARRY BROWN & JACK MCHUGH
Musicians: JACK MCHUGH ⚈ BRAD WAGNER ⚈ AUSTIN HEIN ⚈ RILEY PATTON
- Overture Band
- Intro: What Happened? Cassie, Roaches, Apoco-teens Ensemble
- Made To Order KRS-24, Androids
- Battle Clones Sarge, Battle Clones
- Nonstop City The Administrator, Ensemble
- Android Factory Stacy, Allen, Factory Workers
- I Heard The Explosion Stacy
- A Tribute To Science Stacy, KRS-24
- Radiation Stacy, KRS-24, Ensemble
- Mutation Blues Big Hazy, Mutants
- Humanized Steel Stacy, KRS-24
- The Android’s New Soul Christopher
- FDASS (Funky Disco Android Sex Song) Stacy, Christopher, Android Sisters
- A Real Man Stacy, Android Sisters
- Flexible Guy Allen, Mutants
- Sorry I Was Born (Mutant) Hazard the Mutant Queen, Allen, Mutants
- Battle Clone Attack Band
INTERMISSION
ACT 2:
- Trapped on the Throne of the World Christopher, Stacy
- Made to Order (Reprise) KRN-8, KRN-9, Christopher
- Robotomy Stacy, KRN-8, KRN-9, Ensemble
- Am I Alone? Stacy
- Happy Monthiversary Christopher, Stacy, Android Sisters
- We Keep Going Survivor Mom, Stacy, Sarge, survivors
- Mutant Medley (Reprise) Hazard the Mutant Queen, Mutants
- Ghosts (Midnight Thunder) Stacy, Ghosts
- Please Christopher
- A Real Android Stacy
- Epitaph: What Happened? KRS-24, Cassie, Roaches, Full Cast
Mitch Samu, Music Director
Based in New York, Mitch has more than 300 credits as Music Director. Some of his Broadway credits include Saturday Night Fever, The Lion King, and The Little Shop of Horrors.
Asst. Musical Directors: BARRY BROWN & JACK MCHUGH
Musicians: JACK MCHUGH ⚈ BRAD WAGNER ⚈ AUSTIN HEIN ⚈ RILEY PATTON
