2023 Shows
What is it about Broadway that excites our minds and touches our hearts? The music? The dancing? Of course! But sometimes a story is so powerful, we can see ourselves in the characters. We share their joy. We understand their pain. In the end, we are inspired. You will be too – through guest performers and meaningful messages as we experience some of the most memorable musicals ever written.
July 23 – Mamma Mia!
ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
Downtown Campus Songs
Edmond Campus Songs
Guest Performers and Bios
July 30 – The Wizard of Oz
L. Frank Baum’s classic novel comes to life in The Wizard of Oz. This faithful adaptation by the Royal Shakespeare Company features all the most beloved songs and moments from the 1939 classic film brought to life onstage. Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. To make it home safely, Dorothy must learn an important lesson: there’s no place like home.
Downtown Campus Songs
Edmond Campus Songs
Guest Performers and Bios
Meghan was handpicked by theatre legend, Hal Prince, Meghan returned as Phantom’s leading lady, Christine Daaé, for its historic Broadway reopening, where she was recently nominated as Broadway Replacement of the Decade, (Broadway World). Previously she delighted audiences to critical acclaim as Christine on the World Tour of Phantom, and in the U.S. Premiere/1st national tour of Love Never Dies, which led to a special invitation from Lloyd Webber to perform at the Classic BRIT Awards in London at the Royal Albert Hall, marking her debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. A rising star in both the worlds of Broadway and Opera, she has become one of the most sought-after Cunegondes world-wide in Bernstein’s musical masterpiece, Candide. Off-Broadway/NY: Cunegonde in Candide (NYCO). Regional/Opera: Marian (The Music Man), Maria (The Sound of Music), Mabel (Pirates of Penzance), Eliza (My Fair Lady), Adele (Die Fledermaus), Queen of the Night (Die Zauberflöte), Olympia (Les contes d’Hoffmann). Concerts: Royal Albert Hall, San Francisco Symphony, Lincoln Center, David Geffen Hall, Avery Fischer Hall, Carnegie Hall, The Appel Room, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Birdland Jazz, Theatro Municipal de São Paolo, Gran Teatre del Liceu, Beijing Center of Performing Arts, Notable Classical Awards: Quarter finalist Placido Domingo’s prestigious Operalia Competition, Royal Opera House, London; 1st Prizes: Arkadi International Competition, Forte International Competition, New York Lyric Competition; 2nd prize: American Prize Vocal Competition
Dan is the current music director/ conductor of WICKED on Broadway and has been with the show for over 7 years, including the national/ international tours. For the first 6 years of living in NYC he started out as an actor and played Mary Sunshine in CHICAGO for 2000 performances on Broadway as well as the national tour/ Japanese/ Thailand companies. TV/ Film: WICKED (universal), The Tonight Show – with Jimmy Falon, 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Good Morning America. Soloist at Carnegie Hall/ The Kennedy Center: Bernstein’s MASS. Recordings: Bernstein’s MASS (Grammy nom 08’) 54 Below shows: Amanda Jane Cooper/ Patrick Page to name a few as well as playing The Appel Room at Lincoln Center. Workshops: Stu for Silverton. He has taught masterclasses/ workshops at major universities including: University of Michigan, The Boston Conservatory of Music, Berklee School of Music, NYU, Pace, Notre Dame, Eastman School of Music as well as schools in Peru, Mexico and Switzerland. In addition to his work on Broadway he is the owner of his coaching company for actors and conductors as well as a co owner of IMTA (International Music Theatre Academy)
Sierra is so excited to be back at St. Luke’s! She is an Oklahoma native and a graduate from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in Musical Theatre. Some of her favorite past roles include most recently playing Dorothy in “The Wizard of Oz” at The Sooner Theatre, Philoclea in “Head Over Heels” at Lyric Theatre, & Jovie in “Elf The Musical” at Poteet Theatre. Aside from Musical Theatre, Sierra performs her own music at venues across Oklahoma including The Oklahoma Opry and Mcswain Theatre in Ada. You can find her original music on all streaming platforms!
Sam is immensely grateful to be back at St. Luke’s! An Oklahoma native, his favorite credits include George (Sunday in the Park…), Guiteau (Assassins), Anthony (Sweeney Todd), Curly (Oklahoma!), Marius (Les Mis) and Jamie (My Fair Lady) with Tony Walton. Sam has performed with Kelli O’Hara, with the OKC Philharmonic, and was a company member in Discoveryland!’s closing season. He is a Resident Young Artist with Tulsa Opera, where he made his mainstage debut last season as Jack in Stephen Sondeheim’s Into the Woods. Sam won top prize in Tulsa SINGS! with the Signature Symphony in 2019 and was honored with a TATE for his work in Theatre Tulsa’s Amadeus. When not acting, producing, or writing, Sam can be found playing with his doggos Lemon and Dot or lounging with a book near water.
Todd is enjoying the chance to portray a cowardly lion for the Wizzard of Oz. He has recently been working with the Poteet Theatre as Mr. Mayor in Seussical, Reuben in Joseph and Walter in Elf. As a young man, he briefly studied Vocal Performance at Oklahoma City University before moving on to other opportunities. He is grateful to his wife Linda, 5 kids and 9 grandkids for their continued support and love.
Joey is a fourth-generation member of St. Luke’s. He developed his passion for music and theatre during his teenage years in the Jenks HS Vocal Music program, starring in Once Upon A Mattress and All Shook Up!. He studied music and performing arts at SMU and OU before pursuing his law degree and master’s degree in health administration at OU. Joey is the proud husband of Shelbi and is thrilled to welcome his 1st child Levi into the world in about 6 weeks!
August 6 – SIX
SIX turns Tudor queens into pop princesses as 500 years of historical heartbreak becomes an hour of 21st-century sass. The show – written and composed by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss – has become a huge hit since first premiering at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2017. It now has productions all over the world, including London’s West End and Broadway in New York as well as Australia.
Downtown Campus Songs
Edmond Campus Songs
Guest Performers and Bios
Madison Eckerson is so excited to be be a part of the St. Luke’s on Broadway series! Madison is a recent graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma. She is a part of the Lifelight band at the Edmond Campus and is the Director of Welcoming Ministry for St. Luke’s Edmond. Her favorite roles include Mrs. Lovett in“Sweeney Todd”, Joanne Jefferson in“Rent”, Rona Lisa Peretti in“Putnam County Spelling Bee.” She is so blessed to be a part of St. Luke’s and loves sharing the gifts that God gave her!
Ashley Master of Music, Univ. of Oklahoma) is a teacher, director, and performer in the Norman and OKC metro area. She performs locally as a soloist for the Norman Philharmonic, Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra, and the Oklahoma Worship Choir. She most recently traveled as a featured vocalist on an international tour with the Zielinksi Singers performing throughout Germany and Poland. Some of her recent stage credits include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Narrator), Seussical (Gertrude), and Godspell at Poteet Theatre. Ashley serves as the director of the Norman Fine Arts Academy where she teaches private voice and of Norman’s annual SMAK Camp (Summer Musical Activities for Kids). She and her husband George have recently joined St. Luke’s ministry staff and are excited to be part of an amazing church body!
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Megan is a graduate of Southern Nazarene University and has a degree in Worship Arts. She has been a worship leader/interim worship leader at many church in Oklahoma and Texas. Along with singing in church, Megan also enjoys performing in musicals at local theaters. She has recently been able to be cast with Upstage Theatre as Heather Duke in Heathers and as the Fairy Godmother in Cinderella. Being able to bring people together and make them happy through music is one of Megan’s biggest goals and greatest joys.
Emilee Stubbs is an OKC based actor. She has recently been seen in Lyric Theatre’s The Prom as Emma Nolan, Upstage Theatre’s Heathers as Veronica Sawyer, and Upstage Theatre’s Falsettosas Cordelia. She has also been seen on the Poteet stage in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as Olive Ostrovsky.
Angela has been performing since the age of 7; spent countless summers singing in Branson, MO and around the metro with Lyric Theatre, Jewel Box Theatre, Edmond Summerstock, Carpenter Square Theatre, the Oklahoma Opry and the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, to name a few. She studied Music Theatre and General Studies at The University of Central Oklahoma and was seen in many UCO productions including, Steel Pier, Jingle Jam, Tinsel Tunes, Christmas Croonin, Carousel in Concert, Blame it on the Movies, Changed Forever, Songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Promises, Promises, as well as co-productions with UCO and City Rep including, Zombie Prom and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Angela also appeared as Kay Starr in UCO’s Broadway Tonight Production, Rising Star, Kay Starr a Life in Song in 2015. She is excited to be visiting St. Luke’s Edmond once again for their Broadway series! Angela enjoys spending time with her family and exploring new places in Edmond/OKC!
Chelsea recently graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma’s music theatre department and is a St. Luke’s Edmond LifeLight and Chancel Choir member! She’s so excited to be a part of the St. Luke’s on Broadway series this year!
Abby is a recent graduate from the University of Central Oklahoma, having obtained her Bachelors of Music in Musical Theatre in May. Some of her favorite roles include Jo in Little Women the Musical, Maureen in RENT, Millie in Thoroughly Modern Millie, and Elle in Legally Blonde the Musical. Abby has been singing with St. Luke’s for two years and has loved every second. When she’s not performing you can find her at the gym, with friends, or cuddled up with her dogs. She hopes you enjoy SIX!
Savannah is excited to be a part of SIX! So blessed to be the Edmond LifeLight Worship Director and is loving the chance to step back into the Musical Theatre world. She’s a music theatre graduate from UCO and spent some years in NYC before moving back to OKC. Some of her favorite musical theater roles include: Annie (Miss Hannigan), Spamalot (Lady of the Lake), Last 5 Years (Cathy), West Side Story (Anita), & The Fix (Violet Chandler). When not leading worship you can usually find her running outside, with her new fiancé, Billy and their dog Scout.
Abby is a resident LifeLight praise and worship leader. She serves on the Executive Board of Directors for Pollard Theatre in Guthrie. She has held principal roles at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Carpenter Square Theatre, City Rep, and others. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma in Music theatre and will return to grad school in the fall. Abby has an incredible family, partner, and support system and a passion for helping others in addiction recovery.
Alex is a senior Musical Theatre Major at UCO. Some of her favorite roles include Amalia (She Loves Me), Matron “Mama” Morton (Chicago), Peter Pan (Peter Pan), Mother Superior (Sister Act), Miss Andrew (Mary Poppins), and Woman 2 (I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change). Alex is also a praise singer on the St. Luke’s Edmond LifeLight worship team.
August 13 – Aladdin
Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical, tells the story of a beloved street rat with a kind heart. With the help of a fast-talking, all-powerful Genie, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and moral character. Along the way, he finds true love, earns the adoration of his kingdom, and discovers that one’s true worth is a treasure that comes from within.
Downtown Campus Songs
Edmond Campus Songs
Guest Performers and Bios
Elvie was born and raised in Oklahoma City where he attended Classen School of Advanced Studies and the University of Oklahoma. He is excited to to return to St. Luke’s where he has loved performing on several occasions. NAT’L TOUR: Jesus Christ Superstar (Judas), Waitress (Ensemble, Ogie, Cal & Joe u/s); INTERNATIONAL: The Best of…Rock Musicals in London, UK; REGIONAL: The Music Man (Harold Hill) at Summit City Music Theatre; Songs for a New World (Man 1) at Monumental Theatre; Curious George (Phinneas), Newsies (Bunsen), The Rocky Horror Show (Riff-Raff), and Titanic (Charles Clarke) at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma. B.M.E. & M.Ed. from the University of Oklahoma. Ephesians 2:10
Jackson has been a member of St. Luke’s since 2021 and feels incredibly honored to be involved in St. Luke’s on Broadway. Notable roles include his recent performance as Quasimodo in Poteet Theatre’s production of Hunchback of Notre Dame, Oliver Warbucks in Annie, and Petruchio in Taming of the Shrew. He received a Bachelor’s in Theatre Arts from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma. He sends his love to his wife Ariel and his family and a shout-out to the amazing St. Luke’s choir, which he feels lucky to be a part of.
Natalia is excited to be singing with St. Luke’s on Broadway! She graduated from Oklahoma City University in 2020 with a BA in Music. Some of her favorite credits include In The Heights, Xanadu, and Little Shop of Horrors. She recently performed as Esmeralda in Poteet Theatre’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame production. She wants to thank her friends and family for their constant support.
Originally from Mobile, Alabama, Chris was born to a musical family and grew up singing gospel music in church with his mom. He became more interested in theatre, and eventually, his passion led him to Oklahoma City University, where he earned his BM in Music Theatre. Chris has appeared in various productions and concerts at OCU and professional theaters. In 2019, he made his regional debut playing Joseph LaRoche in Titanic at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma. Other credits include Carousel, The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee, In the Heights, Closer than Ever, Masterclass, and Kinky Boots. In February of 2023, Chris was honored with the title of 1st Place Winner of the American Pops Orchestra NextGen National: Finding the Voices of Tomorrow Competition and performed on the Lincoln Center stage in New York City. He strives to share his love for the arts with his bright smile and energetic approach.
Caprie is an Oklahoman singer, songwriter, and actress. She is a 2023 grad of ACM@UCO, and is currently part of the pop girl group Dear Daisy and alt-rock band The Confused. Favorite roles include Ella (Cinderella) and Lorraine (All Shook Up) at the College Light Opera Company. She most recently had her Lyric Theater debut as a part of the production Aint Misbehavin.
August 20 – My Fair Lady
My Fair Lady is a musical based on George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 play Pygmalion, with a book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. The story concerns Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from Professor Henry Higgins, a phonetician, so she may pass as a lady. Despite his cynical nature and difficulty understanding women, Higgins grows attached to her.
Downtown Campus Songs
Edmond Campus Songs
Guest Performers and Bios
Eryn was most recently seen on Broadway as Martha Jefferson and Dr. Lyman Hall in Diane Paulus and Jeffrey L. Page’s reimagined revival of 1776. Prior to that, Eryn made her Broadway debut in the iconic role of Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera. Off-Broadway: Sweeney Todd (Johanna), Barrow Street Theatre; Assassins, City Center Encores!. World Premiere: Sousatzka (Young Sousatzka). National Tour: Jekyll and Hyde (Emma Carew). Regional: 1776 (American Repertory Theatre, Martha Jefferson / Dr. Lyman Hall), Brigadoon (Pittsburgh CLO, Fiona). Eryn is a National YoungArts Foundation alumna and Presser Scholar. Education/Training: BM, Oklahoma City University.
Born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Scott pursued higher education in a land far, far away…in Oklahoma City. He graduated from Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Music in hand and moved on September 12, 2001. His career has taken him to places all across the USA. Some theatres of note are The Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Theatre, Stages St. Louis, Theatre by the Sea, Cape Playhouse, Philadelphia Theatre Company, Merry Go Round Playhouse, Barnstormers Theatre, Media Theatre, New Bedford Festival Theatre, Florida Repertory Theatre, 11th Hour Theatre, and Florida Studio Theatre.
After taking a few years away from NYC to obtain his Master of Music degree at OCU, he returned to NYC and has participated in readings, workshops, showcases, and productions Off-Broadway, and even had the opportunity to star in the NY Premiere of a Jerome Kern musical, CABARET GIRL.
Scott continues to dabble in all facets of the business, having produced and directed LOVE, LOVE, LOVE-CELEBRATING THE BEATLES at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, directed and choreographed FOREVER PLAID at Theatre by the Sea and [title of show] at The Secret Theatre in NYC. Scott also recently directed RENT at the University of Central Oklahoma, A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Oklahoma State University, and OKLAHOMA! INTERACTIVE for Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma.
Scott has since moved BACK to Oklahoma City with his wife Lindsie, their Frenchie, Mavis, their son, Jed William, and a bunny that they have named Moira Rose. He recently earned another graduate degree, this time a Master of Fine Arts in Directing from the University of Idaho. He has taught on the faculties of University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Rider University, University of Central Oklahoma, and Oklahoma City University where he is currently in the Theatre Department as the Visiting Assistant Professor of Applied Theatre. Scott was also a scholarship student and assistant to Robert Fasol at St. Luke’s and is always thrilled to come back!
Ashley Master of Music, Univ. of Oklahoma) is a teacher, director, and performer in the Norman and OKC metro area. She performs locally as a soloist for the Norman Philharmonic, Oklahoma Baroque Orchestra, and the Oklahoma Worship Choir. She most recently traveled as a featured vocalist on an international tour with the Zielinksi Singers performing throughout Germany and Poland. Some of her recent stage credits include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Narrator), Seussical (Gertrude), and Godspell at Poteet Theatre. Ashley serves as the director of the Norman Fine Arts Academy where she teaches private voice and of Norman’s annual SMAK Camp (Summer Musical Activities for Kids). She and her husband George have recently joined St. Luke’s ministry staff and are excited to be part of an amazing church body!
George graduated from The University of Oklahoma in 2020 with a Bachelors’s in Voice. He and His wife, Ashley Soter, now live in Midtown and are starting a new Young Adult Ministry at St. Luke’s! George also teaches private voice lessons through St. Luke’s Fine Arts Academy. Recent credits include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Joseph) and Godspell (Jesus) at Poteet Theatre.
August 27 – Ragtime
Based on the novel of the same name by E.L. Doctrow, Ahren’s and Flaherty’s Ragtime is a compelling epic capturing the American experience at the turn of the 20th century. Tracking three diverse families pursuing the American dream in the volatile “melting pot” of turn-of-the-century New York, Ragtime confronts the dialectic contradictions inherent in American reality: experiences of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair.
Downtown Campus Songs
Edmond Campus Songs
Guest Performers and Bios
Guest Performers Bios
Tamar is currently playing the role of George Washington in the Broadway company of HAMILTON. Prior to joining the Broadway company, Tamar played the role of George Washington in the Chicago company from 2018 until its closing in January 2020. From 2017 to 2018, he toured with the First National Tour and North American premiere of LOVE NEVER DIES, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s spellbinding sequel to PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. He has also performed as Crab Man in PORGY AND BESS at Spoleto Festival USA. Tamar played the Quartet Leader in the inaugural cast of AFTER MIDNIGHT on the Norwegian Escape. He played the role of Charlie in the NY Philharmonic Orchestra’s production of SHOW BOAT at Lincoln Center, which was broadcast on PBS. He performed the role of Fisherman in the Broadway First National Tour of THE GERSHWINS’ PORGY AND BESS. Tamar has graced stages worldwide having led several wedding bands and performed at venues in Italy, Germany, England, and the Caribbean. Tamar is also a voice over and commercial actor and has been seen on WEtv, Comedy Central’s South Park, Netflix Jr Jams, and can be heard on all streaming platforms with his single, Soaring.
As a proud first-generation American, born of Jamaican and British parents, Tamar is a versatile artist whose musical passions mirror his eclectic background. As a writer, arranger, classical pianist and an opera singer, he combines much of his inspiration from Classical music, Reggae, Hip-Hop, R&B, Blues, and Jazz.
Tamar is an accomplished voice teacher. He leads a robust studio and frequently presents masterclasses and guest lectures at high schools, universities, and major corporations around the country. His passion for performance and teaching is matched by his passion for social and racial justice. Tamar is an original member of the Hamilton Racial Justice Task Force, now called Ham4Progress. Through his work on the task force, Tamar has helped to organize company-wide efforts to raise census awareness, increase national voter registration, and amplify the importance of financially investing in communities of color. Tamar proudly holds his Master of Music from the Eastman School of Music in Vocal Performance and Literature and a B.A. in Music with a focus in Vocal and Piano Performance and a B.A. in Computer Information Systems from SUNY Oswego.
Erin is a theatre artist, director, and community engagement advocate. She is best known for her critically acclaimed work as Eliza Hamilton on the National Tour of Hamilton. Her Broadway credits included Les Misérables (Éponine) and Hamilton (Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy/Maria- Standby). She is also known for her work on the National Tour of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Janelle Woods) and the International Tour of Prince of Broadway (Understudy All Women), directed by the late Hal Prince. Erin has been seen on TV in Netflix’s Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and performing with her Les Misérables Broadway cast on Good Morning America and The 68th Annual Tony Awardstelecast. Directing credits include: The Revolutionists (Dir) and Ain’t Misbehavin’ (Dir) at UCO and Notes from Now (Asst. Dir) at Prospect Theatre Company. She is a Distinguished Alumna of UCO and recently received the Alfre Woodard Excellence in Theatre Award from Black Liberated Arts Center here in OKC. She believes in art that asks questions, helps us examine our deeply held beliefs, and ushers in other world-views. She believes in art that seeks to empower and engage communities by allowing creatives to use their identities to enhance stories and that uses vulnerability to connect through the collective gathering of our ideas. Thank you to St. Luke’s for the opportunity to sing!
Diamond Essence White is a Jesus lover and a New York City based actress. She was most recently seen as Sarabi in Disney’s The Lion King on National Tour. Other notable credits include Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway (Zoe/Alana standby), Dreamgirls (Deena Jones), and Memphis (Felicia). She is so excited to return to St. Luke’s for this Broadway series and singing one of her dream roles.
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